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12 V battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
For access to the (+) terminal:
F
r
elease the bonnet using the interior lever,
then the exterior safety catch,
F

r
aise the bonnet and secure it with its stay,
F

l
ift the plastic cover for access to the
(+) terminal.
Access to the battery
Procedure for starting the engine using another battery or charging a discharged battery.
Before doing any work
Immobilise the vehicle: apply the
parking brake, put the gearbox in
neutral, then switch off the ignition.
Check that all electrical equipment is
switched off.
The presence of this label, in particular
with the Stop & Start system, indicates
the use of a 12 V lead-acid battery with
special technology and specification;
the involvement of a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop is essential
when replacing or disconnecting the
battery.
After refitting the battery, the Stop &
Start system will only be active after a
continuous period of immobilisation of the
vehicle, a period which depends on the
climatic conditions and the state of charge
of the battery (up to about 8 hours).
do not push the vehicle to start the
engine if you have an ETG electronic
gearbox.
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Towing the vehicle
F Take the removable towing eye stowed in the tool box, under the boot carpet.
F

U
nclip the plastic cover, by pressing at the
bottom.
F

F
ully screw in the towing eye.
General
recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your
c o unt r y.
Ensure that the weight of the towing
vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of
the towed vehicle and must have a valid
driving licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, always use an
approved towing arm; rope and straps
are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off
g e nt l y.
When towing a vehicle with the engine
off, there is no longer any power
assistance for braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always
call on a professional recovery service:
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v
ehicle broken down on a motor way
or fast road,
-

f
our-wheel drive vehicle,
-

w
hen it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking
brake,
-

t
owing with only two wheels on the
ground,
-

w
here there is no approved towing
arm available...
Your vehicle can only be towed at the front
.
F
I
nstall the towing bar.
F
P
ut the gear lever into neutral (position N
for the ETG electronic gearbox).
F

ailure to observe this instruction may
lead to damage to certain components
(braking, transmission, ...) and the absence
of braking assistance when the engine is
started.
F

U

nlock the steering and release the
parking brake.
F

S

witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
Never use the radiator crossmember.
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ETG electronic gearbox
The ETG gearbox does not require
any maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for information on
when this unit should be checked.
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, particularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to
Brake pads
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wearOnly use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, CITROËN selects and
offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,
or in wintry conditions, ice can form
on the brake discs and pads: braking
efficiency may be reduced. Make light
brake applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must
be checked, even between two
services.
Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
have the condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Checks

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Dashboard fuses 152-156
Instruments and controls
Opening the bonnet 1 70 Door mirrors
5
1
Electric windows
4
2
Courtesy lamp
1
01
Control for electric fabric roof
4
2
Rear view mirror
5
2
Sun visors
6
5
Manual parking brake
7
6
Heating, ventilation
5

3-55
Manual air conditioning
5
6-57
Automatic air conditioning
5
8 - 61
Windscreen demist / defrost
6
2
Rear screen demist /
defrost
6
3
7-inch touch screen tablet
1
81-220
Setting the time
2
9
Audio system
2
21-236
Setting the time
2
8
Manual gearbox
7
6
ETG electronic gearbox

7
7- 80
Gear efficiency indicator

8
1
Stop & Start

8
3 - 85
Hill start assist

8
2 12 V accessory socket

6
5
USB port

6
6
Jack auxiliary socket

6
6
.
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