2015 Citroen DS5 HYBRID4 tow

33Practical information
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Temporary puncture repair kit
This kit comprises a compressor and a sealant cartridge. It allows you to carry out a temporary repair to a tyre. temporary repair to a tyre. temporary repair This makes it possible to continue to the nearest garage.
It can be used for for repairing most punctures on the tread or shoulder of the tyre. The compressor can be used to check and adjust a tyre pressure.
For more information on the use of this temporary puncture repair kit, refer to the corresponding section in the handbook for the vehicle.
Access to the kit
List of tools
All of these tools are specific to your vehicle. Do not use them for other purposes. 1. 12 V compressor. Contains a sealant cartridge for the temporary repair of a tyre and can also be used for adjusting tyre pressures. 2. C h o c k . For blocking the wheels of the vehicle. 3. Wheel bolt cap removal tool. For removing the wheel bolt head finishers (caps) on alloy wheels. 4. Wheel finisher remover. For removing the wheel finishers on alloy wheels. 5. Removable towing eye.
This kit is installed in the storage box, under the boot floor.

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Recovery of the vehicle on a fl at-bed
Never recover the vehicle by towing it with two or four wheels on the ground, as there is a risk of damage to the transmission. However, if necessary because access to the vehicle is difficult, the vehicle can be moved a few dozen metres, at a speed of less than 6 mph (10 km/h).
Use the towing eye only to pull the vehicle out or to lash it for recovery on a flat-bed lorry or
t r a i l e r .
Before doing any work, with the ignition on, press the brake pedal and place the gear selector at position N , then switch off the Hybrid4 system ( RE ADY lamp off). RE ADY lamp off). RE ADY Always call on professionals for recovery of the vehicle on a flat-bed lorry or trailer.
Snow chains
Recommendations
The use of snow chains is only authorised on the front wheels. The mode selector must be in the 4WD p o s i t i o n .
For information on the sizes compatible with the tyres on your vehicle and advice on use, refer to the corresponding section in the handbook for the vehicle.

37Technical data
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Weights and towed loads (in kg)
* The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg). ** The 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. To make use of the 300 kg load transfer, the driver must be alone in the vehicle with no luggage in the vehicle.
Diesel engineHDi 160
GearboxETG6 electronic (6- speed)
Model codeRHC8 RHCM
- U n l a d e n w e i g h t 1 6 6 0
- K e r b w e i g h t * 1 735
- Gross vehicle weight (GV W) 2 2 6 5
- Gross train weight (GTW) on a 12% gradient 2 7 6 5
- Braked trailer (within GTW limit) on a 10% or 12% gradient 500
- Braked trailer ** (with load transfer with the GTW limit) 8 0 0
- U n b r a k e d t r a i l e r 500
- Recommended nose weight 75
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. The maximum authorised speed is reduced when towing (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.

39Frequently asked questions
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Reducing consumption / Fuel
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How can I optimise my fuel consumption? Give preference to AUTO mode as it selects in the best way the "driving energy source" to use in order to reduce fuel consumption. You should also adapt your driving style to the characteristics of hybrid vehicles to get the best out of it, for example by taking your foot off the accelerator pedal rather than braking and by anticipating decelerations which allows the recovery of "free" energy for charging the battery (entering a built-up area, stop at traffic lights, stop at halt signs, ...).
Why do I not manage to reduce my fuel consumption even though I often drive in ZEV (Zero Emissions Vehicle) mode?
It is not ZEV mode but AUTO mode that is the most appropriate for reducing fuel consumption, as it selects the best "driving energy source". ZEV mode (100% electric running) can reduce fuel consumption in some cases. However, recharging the traction battery has an energy cost. This is why we recommend using AUTO mode more often.
Why does the trip computer sometimes display the bars for 28 mpg (10 litres/100 km) in town? In traffic jams, the fuel consumption graph displayed may temporarily appear high when the distance covered is very low, but this generally has very little impact and the true average fuel consumption will remain low. In urban driving, your Hybrid4 will remain more efficient in terms of fuel consumption (by around 35%) compared to a conventional vehicle.
Why is my battery rarely fully charged? A partly charged battery is normal operation (4 to 5 bars on average in AUTO mode). This allows some capacity to be left free for the recovery for energy when going downhill or taking when your foot off the accelerator.
Why are there so may fuel alert messages when starting to use the reserve? To encourage you to refuel as soon as possible and to avoid loosing the possibility of all electric running.

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Air conditioning / Heating
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It seems to me that the vehicle runs less on electric when the heating or air conditioning is operating, is that right?
The demand for heating or air conditioning may require the starting of the HDi Diesel engine until the desired level of comfort is attained. Normal operation of the Hybrid4 system is simply put back. The period can be longer under very low or very high ambient temperatures.
It seems to me that when it is very hot and the air conditioning is working, the vehicle runs on electric for shorter periods. Is that right?
When it is hot, the periods when the HDi Diesel engine is put on standby and the vehicle runs on electric are necessarily restricted in order to limit the difference between the temperature in the vehicle and the level of comfort selected. In very hot weather, it is always possible to press the " ECO OFF " button (which brings the vehicle out of ZEV mode and prevents electric running or the stopping of the engine) to give preference to temperature control (keeps the air conditioning running).
Miscellaneous
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Is towing possible with my Hybrid4 vehicle? For information on the towing ability of your Hybrid4 vehicle, refer to " Weights and towed loads" in the "Technical data" section. This allows a jet ski or two-wheeler on a trailer to be towed, for example. This limit is related to maintaining adequate cooling capacity for the HDi Diesel engine as well as the hybrid components that are also cooled by the engine's cooling system.
Why does engine braking seem so strong? When you take your foot off the accelerator, the engine braking results mainly from the energy recovery by the electric motor. This leads to a higher level of deceleration than a conventional vehicle and so allows the recovery of "free" energy.

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Warning triangle ..............................................31Washing (advice).............................................32Weights ...........................................................37
Ventilation, high voltage battery .....................29
Table of weights ..............................................37Tables: engine, motor ...............................Tables: engine, motor ...............................Tables: engine, motor35, 36Technical data ...........................................35 -37Temporary puncture repair kit ........................33To o l s ................................................................33Touch screen tablet ............................10, 12, 14Towed loads ....................................................37Trip computer .............................................Trip computer .............................................Trip computer12-14Ty r e s ................................................................33