2014 Citroen C4 CACTUS towing

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Direction indicators 129
Hazard warning lamps
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Emergency or assistance call

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Tyre under-inflation detection

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ESC system

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Seat belts
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Airbags


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Safety
Child seats 1 46
Deactivating the passenger's
front airbag

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ISOFIX child seats

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i-Size child seats

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Child lock

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Child safety
Checks
Fuel tank 161
Misfuel prevention (Diesel)
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Running out of fuel (Diesel)

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AdBlue
® additive and SCR system
(Blue HDi Diesel) 1 66
Temporary puncture repair kit
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Changing a wheel
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Snow chains

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Changing a bulb
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Changing a fuse
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12 V battery

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Energy economy mode
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Changing a wiper blade
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To w i n g
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Towing a trailer

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Roof bars

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Very cold climate screens

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AIRBUMP
® protectors 2 16
Accessories

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Practical information Technical data
Emergency or assistance 235
Touch screen tablet
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37
Audio and telematics
Visual search
Alphabetical index
Bonnet 220
Petrol engines
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21
Diesel engines
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Checking levels
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Checks


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Petrol weights
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Diesel engines
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Diesel weights
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Dimensions

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Identification markings
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Contents

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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance
guidelines below:
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T
o obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located in the boot.
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D
o not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation
of the air conditioning system.
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O
perate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month
to keep it in per fect working order.
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E
nsure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly.
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e recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its
special active additive, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the
occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment (reduction of allergic
symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).
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o ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have
it checked regularly as recommended in the maintenance and warranty guide.
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f the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
If after an extended stop in sunshine,
the interior temperature is very high, first
ventilate the passenger compartment for
a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge
of water under the vehicle which is
perfectly normal.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off the
air conditioning increases the available engine power and so improves the towing ability.
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning
systems only work when the engine
is running. To maintain a comfortable
temperature in the passenger
compartment, you can temporarily
deactivate the Stop & Start system (see
the corresponding section).
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Flashing of the dashes indicates a fault with the
cruise control.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Operating fault Switching off
F Turn wheel 1 to the "0" position. T
he display of information related to the
cruise control disappears. When the cruise control is switched on,
be careful if you maintain the pressure
on one of the programmed speed
changing buttons: this may result in a
very rapid change in the speed of your
vehicle.
Do not use the cruise control on
slippery roads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep descent, the cruise control
will not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed speed.
On steep climbs or when towing, the
programmed speed may not be reached
or maintained.
The use of mats not approved by
CITROËN may inter fere with the
operation of the cruise control.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:
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nsure that the mat is secured
c o r r e c t l y,
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n
ever fit one mat on top of another.
It is possible to exceed the programmed speed
temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
release the accelerator pedal until the
programmed cruise speed is reached again.
Exceeding the programmed
speed
Once switched on, you can pause the cruise
control at any time by pressing button 4: the
screen confirms the pause.
Pause
If the programmed speed is exceeded,
the displayed speed flashes.
Once the speed of the vehicle returns
to the programmed speed, the display
becomes steady again. The cruise control is paused
manually
or by pressing the brake or clutch pedal
or if the ESP system is invoked for
safety reasons.
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Driving

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In bad weather and in winter, ensure
that the sensors are not covered by
road dirt, ice or snow.
In the event of a fault, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If the system is deactivated during a
manoeuvre, the drive should reactivate
it manually to repeat the measurement. If the lateral distance between your vehicle
and the space is too great, the system may
not be able to measure the space.
Anything projecting beyond the envelope
of the vehicle (long or wide load) is not
taken into account by the Park Assist
system during a manoeuvre.
Deactivation
A message is displayed in the screen.
The driver then takes back control of the
vehicle's steering.
The system is deactivated automatically:
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n switching off the ignition,
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f the engine stalls,
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f no manoeuvre is started within 5 minutes
of selection of the type of manoeuvre,
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fter a prolonged stop of the vehicle during
a manoeuvre,
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f the road wheel anti-spin regulation (ASR)
system is invoked,
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f the speed of the vehicle exceeds the
stated limit,
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hen the driver interrupts movement of the
steering wheel,
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f the driver presses the Park Assist control
(or the Park Assist button of the Driving
assistance menu in the touch screen
tablet),
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f correct positioning of the vehicle is not
possible (too many manoeuvres needed to
insert or extract the vehicle),
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f the driver's door is open,
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f one of the front wheels encounters an
obstacle.
Switching off
The system is switched off automatically:
- w hen towing a trailer,
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f the driver's door is opened,
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f the speed of the vehicle is above 42 mph
(70 km/h).
To switch the system of for a prolonged period,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Operating faults
In the event of a fault with the
system, this warning lamp is
displayed in the instrument panel and/or a
message appears in the screen, accompanied
by an audible signal (short beep).
The indicator lamp in the control flashes for a
few seconds. If the problem occurs while using
the system, the indicator lamp goes off.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Direction in dicators
F Left: lower the lighting stalk passing the point of resistance.
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ight: raise the lighting stalk passing the
point of resistance.
Three flashes of the direction
indicators
F Press briefly upwards or downwards, without going beyond the point of
resistance; the direction indicators will
flash 3 times.
Hazard warning
lamps
A visual warning by means of the direction
indicators to alert other road users to a vehicle
breakdown, towing or accident.
F

P
ress this button, the direction indicators
flash.
They can operate with the ignition off.
Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on
the deceleration, the hazard warning lamps
come on automatically.
They switch off automatically the first time you
accelerate.
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ou can also switch them off by pressing
the button.
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Safety

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This kit is installed in the storage box, under the
boot floor.
Complete system consisting of a compressor
and a sealant cartridge which permits
temporary repair
of a tyre so that you can
drive to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.
Temporary puncture repair kit
Access to the kit
List of tools
These tools are specific to your vehicle and can
vary according to equipment. Do not use them
for other purposes.
1.
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2 V compressor.
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ontains a sealant cartridge for the
temporary repair of a tyre and can also be
used for adjusting tyre pressures.
2.
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owing eye.
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ee the "Towing" section.
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Changing a wheel
The tools are installed in the boot under the
floor, or may be located, depending on version,
under the front passenger seat.
Access to the tools
List of tools
All of these tools are specific to your
vehicle and can vary according to the level
of equipment. Do not use them for other
purposes.
1.

Wheelbrace.
F

or removing the wheel trim and the wheel
bolts.
2.
J

ack with integral handle.
F

or raising the vehicle.
3.
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olt cover removal tool.
F

or removing the bolt covers on alloy
wheels or the central wheel cap (depending
on version).
4.
T

owing eye.
Refer to the "Towing" section.
Procedure for changing a wheel for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
Wheel with trim
When refitting the wheel
, refit the trim
starting by placing its notch facing the valve
and press around its edge with the palm of
your hand.
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To w i n g
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:
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ehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,
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our-wheel drive vehicle,
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hen it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release
the parking brake,
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owing with only two wheels on the ground,
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here there is no approved towing arm available...
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
The towing eye is stowed under the boot floor,
or may be located under the front passenger
seat, depending on version.
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