2014 CITROEN NEMO ECO mode

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Towing a trailer

In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a steep
slope in high temperatures), the engine
automatically limits its power. In this case,
automatic cutting off of the air conditioning
allows the engine power to be saved.
If the coolant temperature
warning lamp comes on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 7.

Tyres:
check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the "Identification
markings" section of chapter 7) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressures.

Brakes:
towing increases the braking
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,
change down early and brake gradually.
Side wind:
sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a
moderate speed.

ABS:
the system only controls the vehicle,
not the trailer.

Rear parking sensors:
the sensors
will be deactivated automatically
when an genuine CITROËN towbar is used
(see the "Rear parking sensors" section of
chapter 3).

Towbar

We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their harnesses,
which have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
the fitting of this equipment is entrusted to a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If this equipment is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer, it is essential that it is fitted using
the electrical pre-equipment located at
the rear of the vehicle and following the
manufacturer's instructions.
The operation of the rear parking sensors is
deactivated automatically when the trailer
cable connector is inserted in the towbar
socket.
When the trailer cable is removed, the rear
parking sensors are re-activated.
Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest objects are as close as possible
to the axle and the nose weight is close to
the maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it. The air density decreases with
altitude, so reducing the performance of
the engine. The maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for each 1 000 metres
of altitude. Refer to the "Technical data"
chapter for details of the weights and
towed loads applicable to your vehicle
and also to the administrative documents
(V5 registration document, ...).

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7
QUICK HELP



Battery


BATTERY


Models without Stop & Start



A.
Positive battery terminal on your vehicle.

B.
Slave battery.

C.
Earth point on your vehicle.

D.
Negative battery terminal on your vehicle.
Charging the battery using a battery charger
Starting using another battery


- Connect the red cable to the positive
battery terminal A
on your vehicle then
to the positive (+) terminal of the slave
battery B
.

- Connect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative (-) terminal of the
slave battery B
.

- Connect the other end of the green
or black cable to the earth point C
on
your vehicle (not to the negative battery
terminal D
on your vehicle).

- Operate the starter, let the engine run.

- Wait for the engine to return to idle, then
disconnect the cables.


Never charge a battery without first
disconnecting the terminals.


- Disconnect the two quick-release battery terminals.

-
Follow the instructions for use provided by the
battery charger manufacturer.

-
Check that the battery posts and terminals are
clean. If they are covered with sulphate (white
or greenish deposit), disconnect them and clean
them.

-
Reconnect the two quick-release terminals,
starting with the negative (-) terminal.


Some functions are not available if
the battery is not sufficiently charged.

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Battery


Models with Stop & Start



A.
Protective cover.

B.
Positive battery terminal on your vehicle.

C.
Slave battery.

D.
Earth point on your vehicle.

E.
Connector release button.

F.
Check sensor connector.

G.
State of charge sensor.

H.
Negative battery terminal on your vehicle.
Charging the battery using a battery charger
- Follow the instructions for use provided
by the battery charger manufacturer.

- Check that the battery posts and
terminals are clean. If they are covered
with sulphate (white or greenish deposit),
disconnect them and clean them.

- Reconnect connector F
of the check
sensor G
.

- Refit the protective cover A
to the
positive battery terminal B
.

Starting using another battery


- Remove the protective cover A
from the
positive battery terminal B
.

- Connect the red cable to positive battery
terminal B
, then to the (+) terminal of the
slave battery C
.

- Connect one end of the green or black
cable to the (-) terminal of the slave
battery C
.

- Connect the other end of the green or
black cable to the earth point D
of your
vehicle (not to the negative battery
terminal H
of your vehicle).

- Operate the starter, let the engine run.

- Wait for the engine to return to idle, then
disconnect the cables.

- Refit the protective cover A
to the
positive battery terminal B
.



Do not disconnect the battery to charge it.


- Press the release button E
to disconnect
the connector F
.

- Disconnect the connector F
from the
check sensor G
.

- Remove the protective cover A
from the
positive battery terminal B
.

- Connect the charger cables: (+) to the
positive battery terminal B
; (-) to the
negative battery terminal H
. Never remove the check sensor G
from the negative battery terminal H
,
except when replacing the battery.

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QUICK HELP



Battery


Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead. They
must be disposed of in accordance with the
law and must not, in any circumstances be
discarded with household waste.
Take used batteries to an authorised waste
disposal site.

It is advisable to disconnect the battery
if the vehicle is not to be used for a
period of more than one month. To do
this on models with Stop & Start:


- press the release button E
to disconnect
connector F
,

- disconnect connector F
of check sensor G
.
Never remove the check sensor G
from the
negative battery terminal H
, except when
replacing the battery.





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.
Failure to observe this recommendation may
cause premature wear of the battery.

After refitting the battery by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop, 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).
Before charging
The charging operation must be carried
out in a ventilated area away from naked
flames or any possible sources of sparks to
eliminate the risks of explosion and fire.
Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery: it
must first be thawed to eliminate the risks of
explosion. If the battery has frozen, before
charging it have it checked by a specialist
who will check that the internal components
have not been damaged and that the
container is not cracked, which could mean
that there is a risk of a leak of toxic and
corrosive acid.

Before disconnecting
Never disconnect a terminal when the
engine is running.
Before disconnecting the battery, you must
wait for 2 minutes after switching off the
ignition.
Close the windows and doors before
disconnecting the battery.
After reconnecting
After every reconnection of the battery,
switch on the ignition and wait 1 minute
before starting to allow the electronic
systems to be initialised. If difficulties are
experienced after this, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
If the battery has been disconnected
for some time, it may be necessary to
reinitialise the following functions:


- the display screen settings (date, time,
language, distance and temperature
units),

- the radio stations,

- the central locking.
Some settings are cleared and must be
reprogrammed. Contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.

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Opening the bonnet



OPENING THE BONNET

On the inside

Pull the release lever below the dashboard
towards you.


On the outside

Raise the bonnet slightly, placing your hand
flat under the bonnet to make the operation
easier.
Push the safety catch lever to the left, then
open the bonnet fully.
While holding the bonnet open, check that the
locking control A is engaged by pressing it.


To close

Lift the bonnet slightly and pull the release
control A to release it.
Lower the bonnet and release it at the end
of its travel. Check that the bonnet is fully
latched.
Avoid opening the bonnet in strong winds.





Before doing anything under the
bonnet, switch off the ignition with the
key to avoid any risk of injury resulting from
an automatic change to START mode.
Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water (rain,
washing, ...) be limited.