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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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Roof bars
The design of your vehicle requires the use
of roof bars that are tested and approved by
CITROËN, for your safety and to avoid damage
to the roof and tailgate.
Regardless of the type of loading equipment
to be transported on the roof (bicycle carrier,
ski carrier...), it is imperative that you add
transverse roof bars. Any securing or lashing to
components other than the roof bars is strictly
prohibited.
Recommendations
F Distribute your load evenly, avoiding overloading on one side.
F

A
rrange the heaviest part of the load as
close as possible to the roof.
F

A
nchor the load securely and draw
attention to it if any part of it is
overhanging.
F

D
rive gently, as the vehicle will be more
liable to the effects of side winds (vehicle
stability may be altered).
F

R
emove the roof bars as soon as they are
no longer needed. Maximum load that can be distributed
on the roof bars (for a loading height
not exceeding 40 cm; except bicycle
carrier): 80 kg.
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt your
speed to the profile of the road to avoid
damaging the roof bars and the fixings
on the roof.
Please refer to national legislation in
order to comply with the regulations
concerning the transportation of objects
which are longer than the vehicle.
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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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* Depending on country of sale.
Cold climate screen*
Fitting
F Offer up the 2 sections of the snow guard to the upper and lower sections of the front
b u m p e r.
F

P
ress on the surround to clip in one by one
the fixing clips.
Remove
F Using a screwdriver, lever each fixing clip in turn to disengage them.
Before fitting
After fitting Don't forget to remove the very cold
climate screen when:
-
the ambient temperature exceeds 10 °C,- towing,- When driving at speeds of over 75 mph
(approximately 120 km/h).
Removable screen which prevents the accumulation of snow at the radiator cooling fan.
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Matt paint
If you vehicle is finished with a clear matt
lacquer, please observe the following
recommendations to avoid damaging the
paintwork by the use of an inappropriate
cleaning procedures.
These recommendations are also valid for alloy
road wheels finished with clear matt lacquer.From the range of cleaning and maintenance products in the "TECHNATURE" range recommended
and approved by CITROËN, use only the insect remover and car shampoo, which are the only
products to be used on the bodywork.
The insect remover can also be used to remove minor marks (for example: finger marks...).
Always have paint repairs done by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.Never clean the vehicle without water.
Never wash your vehicle in an automatic roller brush car wash.
Never polish the vehicle body, nor the alloy wheels. Doing this will make the paintwork
shiny.
Do not use paint cleaners, abrasive products or paint polishing or preserving products (such
as wax, for example) on the paintwork. These products are only suitable for bright finishes.
Application of these products on vehicles with a matt finish will seriously damage the paint
sur face of the vehicle, giving rise to irreversible shiny or stained areas.
Never use a high pressure jet wash with a lance fitted with a brush, this may scratch the
paintwork.
Never select a wash programme that finishes with a hot wax cycle.
We recommend the use of a high pressure jet wash, or at least a water hose with a high
output.
We recommend that the vehicle be rinsed using de-ionised water.
Use only a microfibre cloth to dry the vehicle. It must be clean and used without heavy
pressure.
Lightly wipe off any fuel stains present on the bodywork using a soft cloth, then leave to dry.
Advice on care and maintenance
Recommendations on the care and maintenance your vehicle are given in the maintenance and warranty guide.
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* To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:- e nsure that the mat is positioned and
secured correctly,
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n
ever fit one mat on top of another.
accessories
"Comfort":
front and rear parking sensors, isotherm
module, reading lamp, sun blinds, headrest-
mounted coat hanger...
"Transport solutions":
boot liner, boot carpet, towbars, towbar wiring
harness, transverse roof bars, bicycle carrier,
ski carrier, roof boxes, boot dividers, boot net,
boot organiser, sliding boot tray, platform on
towbar, ...
"Style":
alloy wheels, rear spoiler, chromed mirror
shells, door sill protectors, gear lever knobs...
"Security and safety":
anti-intrusion alarm, warning triangle and
high visibility vest, breathalyzer, first aid kit,
snow chains, non-skid covers, security wheel
bolts, vehicle tracking system, child seats, fire
extinguisher, caravan mirror, pet cage and seat
belt, dog guard...
"Protection":
mats*, seat covers, mud flaps, bumper
protectors, vehicle covers, door and boot sill
protectors...
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and parts are all suitable for your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.
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"Multimedia":
Wi-Fi on board, 230V socket, audio systems,
speakers, semi-integral navigation systems,
portable navigation systems, hands-free kit,
DVD player, USB Box, mapping update CD,
driving aid, Hi-Fi module...The fitting of electrical equipment or
accessories which are not recommended
by CITROËN may result in a failure of
your vehicle's electronic system and
excessive electrical consumption.
Contact a CITROËN dealer
for information on the range of
recommended equipment and
accessories.
Installation of radio
communication
transmitters
Before installing any after-market radio
communication transmitter, you can
contact a CITROËN dealer for the
specification of transmitters which can
be fitted (frequency, maximum power,
aerial position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/104/EC). Depending on the legislation in force in
the country, certain safety equipment
may be compulsory: high visibility
safety vests, warning triangles,
breathalyzers, spare bulbs, spare fuses,
fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud flaps
at the rear of the vehicle.
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