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Hill start assist
(with the 6-speed
electronic gearbox
sy s te m)
System which holds your vehicle temporarily
(approximately 2 seconds) when starting on a
slope, the time it takes to move your foot from
the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.
This function is only active when:
-
t
he vehicle is completely stationary, with
your foot on the brake pedal,
-
c
ertain conditions on a slope are met,
-
w
ith the driver’s door closed.
The hill start assist function cannot be
deactivated. On an ascending slope, with the vehicle
stationary, the vehicle is held momentarily
when you release the brake pedal:
-
p
rovided you are in automated mode
(position A ) or in manual mode (position M )
on an electronic gearbox. On a descending slope, with the vehicle
stationary and reverse gear engaged, the
vehicle is held momentarily when you
release the brake pedal.
Operating fault
If a malfunction of the system occurs, these
warning lamps come on. Contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop to have the
system checked.
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held in the hill start assist phase.
If you need to leave the vehicle with
the engine running, manually apply
the parking brake then ensure that the
parking brake warning lamp is on (not
flashing) in the instrument panel.
Operation
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Stop & StartThe Stop & Start system puts the engine temporarily into standby - SToP mode - during stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams, or other...). The
engine restarts automatically - START mode - as soon as you want to move off. The restart takes place instantly, quickly and silently.
Per fect for urban use, the Stop & Start system reduces fuel consumption and exhaust emissions as well as the noise level when stationary.
Operation
Going into engine STOP mode
The "ECO" warning lamp comes
on in the instrument panel and the
engine goes into standby:
-
w
ith the 6-speed electronic gearbox
system, at speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h),
when you press the brake pedal or put the
gear lever in position N .
a
time counter calculates the
sum of the periods in ST
oP
m
ode during a journey. It rests
itself to zero every time the
ignition is switched on with the
key.
Special cases: STOP mode not
available
STOP mode is not invoked when:
- t he driver's door is open,
-
t
he driver's seat belt is not fastened,
-
t
he vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph
(10
km/h) since the last engine start using
t h e key,
-
t
he engine is needed to maintain a
comfortable temperature in the passenger
compartment,
-
d
emisting is active,
-
s
ome special conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance,
ambient temperature...) where the engine is
needed to assure control of a system.
The "ECO" warning lamp flashes for
a few seconds then goes off.
This operation is perfectly normal.
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition
with the key. For your comfort, during parking
manoeuvres, ST
oP m
ode is not
available for a few seconds after
coming out of reverse gear.
ST
oP m
ode does not affect the
functionality of the vehicle, such as for
example, braking, power steering...
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Going into engine START mode
The "ECO" warning lamp goes
off and the engine starts with the
electronic gearbox system:
-
g
ear lever in position A or M , when you
release the brake pedal,
-
o
r gear lever in position N and the brake
pedal released, when you move the gear
lever to position A or M ,
-
o
r when you engage reverse gear.
Special cases: START invoked
automatically
For reasons of safety and for your comfort,
START mode is invoked automatically when:
-
y
ou open the driver's door,
-
y
ou unfasten the driver's seat belt,
-
t
he speed of the vehicle exceeds 7 mph
(11
km/h) with the electronic gearbox
system,
-
s
ome special conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance,
ambient temperature...) where the engine is
needed for control of a system.
The "ECO" warning lamp flashes for
a few seconds, then goes off.
This operation is perfectly normal.
Deactivation
at any time, press the "ECO OFF" switch to
deactivate the system.
This is confirmed by the switch warning lamp
coming on accompanied by a message in the
screen.
If the system has been deactivated
in ST
oP m
ode, the engine restarts
immediately.
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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.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for the checking
interval for this component.For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear
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 have
the condition of the brakes checked,
even between vehicle services.
Brake pads
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for details of the
checking interval for this component.
Electronic gearboxonly 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, CITR
oËn
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.
Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
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Removing a wheel
List of operations
F Remove the bolt cover from each of the bolts using the tool 3 (with allow wheels
only).
F
F
it the security socket 4 to the
wheelbrace
1
to slacken the security bolt
(if your vehicle has them).
F
S
lacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not
block traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and non-slippery.
Apply the parking brake, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear* to lock
the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be changed.
You must ensure that the occupants get
out of the vehicle and wait where they
are safe.
ne
ver go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.
* Position R for an electronic gearbox.
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Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed under the boot floor.
To gain access to it:
F
o
pen the boot,
F
r
emove the adjustable boot floor,
F
l
ift up the boot carpet,
F
r
emove the towing eye from the tool holder.
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
General recommendations
observe the legislation in force in your country.
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 gently.
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:
-
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...
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* For Russia only.
** T he maximum power quoted is the type approved value obtained on a test bed, under the conditions defined in European legislation (directive
1999/99/CE).
PETROL ENGINES
VTi 95V T i 115* V Ti 120 V T i 115 * V Ti 120
Model codes:
SH... 8FP0
5FJ0* 5FS0 5FJ8/P * 5FS8/P
Cubic capacity (cc) 1 3971 598 1 598
Bore x stroke (mm) 77 x 7577 x 85.8 77 x 85.8
Max power: EU standard (kW)** 7084* 8884* 88
Max power engine speed (rpm) 6 0005 200* 6 0005 200* 6 000
Max torque: EU standard (Nm) 13 6160 160
Max torque engine speed (rpm) 4 0004 250 4 250
Fuel UnleadedUnleaded Unleaded
Catalytic converter yesyes yes
GEARBOXES Manual
(5-speed) Manual
(5-speed) Electronic gearbox system
(6-speed)
OIL CAPACITIES (in litres)
Engine (with filter replacement) 4.254.25 4.25
Engines and gearboxes
Technical data
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The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for
each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the per formance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit the towed load. * For Russia only.
**
T
he weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount; warning,
towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
PETROL ENGINES
VTi 95V T i 115* V Ti 120 V T i 115 * V Ti 120
Gearboxes ManualManualElectronic gearbox system (6-speed)
Model codes:
SH... 8FP0
5FJ0* 5FS05FJ8/P * 5FS8/P
-
U
nladen weight
1 2011 204 1 205
-
K
erb weight
1 2761 279 1 280
-
Payload
546549 564
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W)
1 7471 753 1 769
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)
o
n a 12% gradient
2 597
2 603 2 619
-
B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o
n a 10% or 12% gradient
850
850 850
-
B
raked trailer** (with load transfer within the
GTW limit) 1 10 0
1 10 0 1 10 0
-
U
nbraked trailer
635635 640
-
R
ecommended nose weight
5454 54
Weights and towed loads (kg)
12
Technical data