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Some functions are not available if the
battery is not sufficiently charged.
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
All operations on the battery must be
carried out in a well ventilated area and
away from naked flames and sources
of sparks, so as to avoid the risk of
explosion or fire.
Do not try to charge a frozen battery;
the battery must first be thawed out to
avoid the risk of explosion. If the battery
has been frozen, before charging have
it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop who will check that
the internal components have not been
damaged and the casing is not cracked,
which could cause a leak of toxic and
corrosive acid.
Do not reverse the polarity and use only
a 12 V charger.
Do not disconnect the terminals while
the engine is running.
Do not charge the batteries without
disconnecting the terminals first.
Wash your hands after wards.
It is advisable to disconnect the battery
if the vehicle is to be left unused for
more than one month.The batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead. They
must be disposed of in accordance
with regulations and must not, in any
circumstances, be discarded with household
waste.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection point.
do not push the vehicle to start the
engine if you have an electronic or
automatic gearbox.
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Energy economy mode
System which manages the duration of use of
certain functions to conserve a sufficient level
of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can
still use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, windscreen wipers, dipped
headlamps,
courtesy lights, etc. for a maximum
combined duration of thirty minutes.Exiting economy mode
These functions are reactivated automatically
next time the vehicle is driven.
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n order to resume the use of these
functions immediately, start the engine and
let it run for a few minutes.
The time available will then be double the
duration for which the engine was left running.
However, this time will always be between five
and thirty minutes.
Switching to economy mode
Once the thirty minutes are over, a message
appears on the multi-function screen indicating
that the vehicle has switched to economy mode
and the active functions are put on standby.
A flat battery prevents the engine from
starting (refer to the corresponding
section).
This period may be significantly
reduced if the battery charge is low.
If the telephone is being used at this
time:
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t will be maintained for five minutes
with hands-free kit of your Audio
system,
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t will be maintained for ten minutes
with your eMyWay.
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Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the jack box
placed in the spare wheel.
For access to it:
F
o
pen the boot,
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aise the floor,
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emove the towing eye from the jack box.
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
Towing your vehicle
F On the front bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at the top.
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crew the towing eye in fully.
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ttach a towing arm.
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witch on the hazard warning lamps on the
towed vehicle.
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lace the gear lever in neutral (position N
on the automatic gearbox). Failure to observe this special condition
could result in damage to certain
braking components and the absence
of braking assistance the next time the
engine is started.
In the event of a problem or malfunction
with the electronic gearbox, the vehicle
may be immobilised with a gear
engaged. In this case the front of the
vehicle must be lifted for towing.
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Towing another vehicle
F On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by pressing:
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n the right (Saloon),
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t the bottom (Tourer).
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crew the towing eye in fully.
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ttach a towing arm.
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witch on the hazard warning lamps on the
towed vehicle. When towing with all four wheels on the
ground, always use a towing arm.
When towing with only two wheels on
the ground, always use professional
lifting equipment.
When towing with the engine off, there
is no longer any braking or steering
assistance.
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Towing a trailer
Your vehicle is primarily designed for transporting people and luggage, but it may also be used for towing a trailer.
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity to side wind.
Driving advice
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
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T
o lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
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.
Driving with a trailer places greater demands
on the towing vehicle and the driver must take
particular care.
Distribution of loads
F Distribute the load in the trailer so that the heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches
the maximum permitted without
exceeding
it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine per formance. Above
1
000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10
% for every 1 000 metres of
altitude.
Refer to the "Technical data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply to
your vehicle. F

I
f the warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.
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Blanking cover
When towing, you must remove the blanking
cover in the front bumper as well as the bonnet
seal if fitted.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for this.
Ty r e s
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
F Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a genuine
CITROËN towbar is used.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a long
mountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.
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Very cold climate protection*
HDi 160 Diesel engine
Normal position
The flap 2 is in a horizontal position in the air
duct 3.
Snow position
F Push and rotate the knob 1 by 90 ° in the
direction of the arrow in order to position
the flap 2 in a vertical position in the air
duct 3 .
To return to the normal position, push the
knob
1 then rotate in the opposite direction.
It is essential to remove the very cold
protection when:
- the ambient temperature exceeds 10 °C.- driving at speeds of over 75 mph (approximately 120 km/h).
* Depending on country of sale. Adjustable device which prevents the intake of snow particles, which could obstruct the air filter.
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