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Only use the cruise control if the traffic
conditions will allow you to drive for a
certain time at a steady speed and at a
safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
Do not activate the cruise control in
urban areas, in heavy traffic, on winding
or steep roads, on slippery or flooded
roads, or in conditions of poor visibility
(heavy rain, fog, falling snow...).
In some circumstances, it may not
be possible to maintain or reach the
programmed speed: towing, vehicle
heavily loaded, steep climb.
Switching off
You may have to brake to control the speed of
your vehicle. In this case, the cruise control is
automatically paused.
To activate the system again, press button 4.
Temporarily exceeding the
programmed speed
F Turn wheel 1 to the "0" position: the cruise
control information disappears from the
screen.
When required (overtaking manoeuvre...), it is
possible to exceed the programmed speed by
pressing the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is temporarily overridden
and the programmed speed setting flashes.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
release the accelerator pedal.
Once the vehicle has returned to the
programmed speed, the cruise control takes
over again: the display of the programmed
speed setting becomes steady again.
When descending a steep hill, the
cruise control system cannot prevent
the vehicle from exceeding the
programmed speed.
Operating fault
Flashing dashes indicate a fault with the cruise
control system.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop. 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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e
nsure that the mat is positioned
c o r r e c t l y,
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ever fit one mat on top of another.
driving

This kit is installed in the storage box, under the
boot floor. This kit consists of a compressor and a sealant
cartridge.
It allows the temporary repair of a tyre.
You are then able to go to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.
Its compressor can be used to check and
adjust the pressure of the tyre.
Temporary puncture repair kit
Access to the kit
List of tools*
All of these tools are specific to your vehicle
and can vary according to equipment.
Do not use them for other purposes.
1.
1

2 V compressor.
C

ontains a sealant cartridge for the
temporary repair of a tyre and can also be
used for adjusting tyre pressures.
2.
Ch

ock.
F

or blocking the wheels of the vehicle.
3.
W

heel bolt cap removal tool.
F

or removing the wheel bolt head
protectors on alloy wheels.
4.
W

heel finisher remover.
F

or removing the wheel finishers on alloy
wheels.
5.
R

emovable towing eye.
* Depending on country of sale. For more information on towing the vehicle,
refer to the corresponding section.

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List of tools*
Access to the spare wheel
The spare wheel is supported by a winch
carrier system underneath the vehicle.
Tyre under-inflation detection
The spare wheel is not fitted with a
sensor. The punctured wheel must be
repaired by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
1.
W

heelbrace.
F

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

ack with integral handle.
F

or raising the vehicle.
3.
W

heel bolt cover removal tool.
F

or removing the bolt head protectors on
alloy wheels.
4.
W

heel trim remover.
F

or removing the alloy wheel finishers.
5.
S

ocket for the security bolts (located in the
glove box).
F

or adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
6.
Ch

ock.
F

or blocking the vehicle's wheels.
7. W
heelbrace extension. F
or slackening/tightening the spare wheel
carrier nut.
8.
R

emovable towing eye.
* Depending on country of sale. For more information on towing the vehicle,
refer to the corresponding section.
All of these tools are specific to your
vehicle and can vary according to
equipment.
Do not use them for any other
purposes.
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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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v
ehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,
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our-wheel drive vehicle,
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w
hen it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release
the parking brake,
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t
owing with only two wheels on the ground,
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w
here there is no approved towing arm available...
Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is stowed in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To gain access to it:
F
o
pen the boot,
F

r
aise the boot floor,
F

t
ake out the towing eye, located in the
storage well.
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
Practical information

Towing your vehicleTowing another vehicle
F On the front bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing at the top to disengage the
securing lugs.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towing arm. F
O n the rear bumper, unclip the cover by
levering at the left with the point of the
towing eye.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towing arm.
F

S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

M
ove off gently and drive at low speed and
for a short distance only.
F

P
lace the gear lever in neutral
(position
n
with an automatic
gearbox).
F
ailure to follow this advice could
result in damage to certain systems
(braking, transmission...) and the
absence of braking assistance the
next time 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.
F

M
ove off gently and drive at low speed and
for a short distance only.

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Towing a trailer
We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their harnesses
that have been tested and approved
from the design stage of your vehicle,
and that the fitting of the towbar is
entrusted to a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted by a
CITROËN dealer, it must still be
fitted in accordance with the vehicle
manufacturer's instructions.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.
When not towing a trailer, remove the
quickly-detachable tow ball before
driving, so as to avoid masking the
central rear lamp. Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
For more advice on driving when
towing, refer to the corresponding
section.
For more information on weights (and
the towed loads which apply to your
vehicle) refer to the corresponding
section.
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Petrol weights and towed loads (in kg)
Petrol engineTHP 15 0THP 160 THP 165 S&S THP 210 S&S
ge

arbox Automatic

(6- speed) Automatic

(6- speed) EAT6 automatic

(6- speed) Manual
(6- speed)
Model code 5FEA5FMA -Y -A /
d5gZ

T/S -T/1S -T/2S5
gMM/

S
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U
nladen weight 1 4951 495 1 4291 430
-

K
erb weight* 1 5701 5701 504 1 505
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G
ross vehicle weight (GV W) 2 0302 030 2 0172 010
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G
ross train weight (GTW)
o

n a 12 % gradient 2 830
2 830 3 1172 760
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B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o

n a 10 % or 12 % gradient 800
8001 100 750
-

B
raked trailer** (with load transfer within the
GTW limit) 800
8001 400 1 050
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U
nbraked trailer 74 574 5750 750
-

R
ecommended nose weight 75757575
* The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).
**

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.
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.
When towing the maximum authorised speed is reduced (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.
Technical data

* The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).Petrol engine
THP 165 S&STHP 210 S&S
ge
arbox
EAT6 automatic

(6- speed) Manual
(6- speed)
Model code 5
gZ
T/S -T/1S -T/2S
5
gMM/
S
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U
nladen weight
1 5391 539
-
K
erb weight*
1 6141 614
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W)
2 2252 160
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)
o

n a 12% gradient
3 225
2 910
-
B
raked trailer (within the GTW limit)
o

n a 10% or 12% gradient
1 000
750
-
U
nbraked trailer
750750
-
R
ecommended nose weight
7575
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.
When towing the maximum authorised speed is reduced (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.
Petrol weights and towed loads (in kg) - Commercial versions