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FUEL GAUGEC OOLANT   TEMPERATURE
The needle is positioned before the 
red zone: normal operation.
In arduous conditions of use or hot 
climatic conditions, the needle may 
move close to the red graduations.What you should do if the needle 
enters the red zone:
Reduce your speed or let the engine 
run at idle.
What you should do if the warning 
lamp comes on:
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stop immediately
 , switch off the 
ignition. The fan may continue to 
operate for a certain time, up to 
approximately 10 minutes,
-  
wait for the engine to cool down in 
order to check the coolant level and 
top it up if necessary
.
As the cooling system is pressurised, 
follow the procedure below to avoid the 
risk of scalding:
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wait at least one hour after 
switching of
f the engine before 
carrying out any work,
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unscrew the cap by 1/4 turn to 
allow the pressure to drop,
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when the pressure has dropped, 
check the level in the header tank,
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 if necessary , remove the cap to top up.
If the needle remains in the red 
zone, have the system checked by 
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
Refer to chapter 7, "Levels" 
section.
Refer to chapter 7, "Fuel" section.
The fuel level is tested each time the 
key is turned to the "running" position.
The gauge is positioned on:
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1:
 the fuel tank is full, 
approximately 60 litres.
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0:
 the reserve is now being used, 
the warning lamp comes on 
continuously. The reserve when 
the warning first comes on is 
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STOP & START
The Stop & Start system puts the 
engine temporarily on standby - ST OP 
mode - during stops in the traffic (red 
lights, traffic jams, or other...). The 
engine restarts automatically - START 
mode - as soon as you want to move 
off. The restart takes place instantly, 
quickly and silently.
Perfect for urban use, the Stop & Start 
system reduces fuel consumption and 
exhaust emissions as well as the noise 
level when stationary.
Operation
Going into engine STOP mode
The "ECO" warning lamp 
comes on in the instrument 
panel and the engine goes 
into standby:
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with a manual gearbox
 , at speeds 
below 12 mph (20 km/h), when you 
put the gear lever into neutral and 
release the clutch pedal,
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with
  a 6-speed electronic 
gearbox, at speeds below 5 mph 
(8 km/h), when you press the brake 
pedal or put the gear lever into 
position N. If your vehicle is fitted with the system, 
a time counter calculates the sum of 
the periods in STOP mode during a 
journey. It rests itself to zero every time 
the ignition is switched on with the key.
With a 6-speed electronic 
gearbox, for your comfort during 
parking manoeuvres, STOP mode 
is not available for a few seconds after 
coming out of reverse gear.
STOP mode does not affect the 
functionality of the vehicle, such as 
braking, power steering, for example.
n
 ever refuel with the engine in 
STOP mode; you must switch off 
the ignition with the key. Special cases: STOP mode 
unavailable
STOP mode is not invoked when:
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the driver's door is open,
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the driver's seat belt is not 
fastened,
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the vehicle has not exceeded 
  
6 mph (10 km/h) since the last 
engine start using the key,
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the engine is needed to maintain 
a comfortable temperature in the 
passenger compartment,
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demisting is on,
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some special conditions (battery 
charge, engine temperature, 
braking assistance, ambient 
temperature...) where the engine 
is needed to assure control of a 
system.
In this case, the 
 "ECO" 
warning lamp flashes for a 
few seconds, then goes off.
This operation is perfectly normal. 
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Reactivation
Press the "ECO OFF" switch again.
The system is active again; this is 
confirmed by the switch warning 
lamp going off and a message in the 
instrument panel.The system is reactivated 
automatically at every new start 
using the key.
Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction 
with the system, the "ECO 
OFF" switch warning lamp 
flashes, then comes on 
continuously.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer 
or a qualified workshop.
In the event of a fault in STOP mode, 
the vehicle may stall. All of the warning 
lamps in the instrument panel come 
on. It is then necessary to switch off 
the ignition and start the engine again 
using the key.
Maintenance
Before working under the bonnet, 
deactivate the Stop & Start system 
to avoid any risk of injury resulting 
from automatic operation of START 
mode.
This system requires a specific 
battery with a special specification 
and technology (reference numbers 
available from a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop).
Fitting a battery not listed by 
CITROËN
  introduces the risk of 
malfunction of the system.
The Stop & Start system makes 
use of advanced technology. All 
work on this type of battery must 
be done only by a CITR
o Ë n  dealer or 
a qualified workshop. 
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Starting and switching off
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Good practice when stopping Good practice when starting
Diesel pre-heating warning 
lamp
If the temperature is high 
enough, the warning lamp 
comes on for less than one 
second, you can start without 
waiting.
In cold weather, wait for this warning 
lamp to go off then operate the starter 
(Starting position) until the engine 
starts.
Door or bonnet open warning 
lamp
If this comes on, a door or the 
bonnet is not closed correctly, check!
Minimise engine and gearbox wear
When switching off the ignition, let the 
engine run for a few seconds to allow 
the turbocharger (
d iesel engine) to 
return to idle.
d
o not press the accelerator when 
switching off the ignition.
There is no need to engage a gear 
after parking the vehicle.
STARTING AND ST OPPING
Running and accessories position.
To unlock the steering, turn the 
steering wheel gently while turning the 
key, without forcing. In this position, 
certain accessories can be used.
Starting position.
The starter is operated, the engine 
turns over, release the key.
STOP position: steering lock.
The ignition is off. Turn the steering 
wheel until the steering locks. Remove 
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Automatic operation
The front courtesy lamp comes on 
when the key is removed from the 
ignition, when the vehicle is unlocked, 
when one of the front doors is opened 
and for location of the vehicle using the 
remote control.
It goes off gradually after the ignition 
is switched on and when the vehicle is 
locked.Cab: comes on when one of 
the front doors is opened.
These are switched on and off by 
means of a manual switch, with 
the ignition on.
Load space: comes on when 
one of the rear doors is 
opened.
If the doors remain open for 
a few minutes, the courtesy 
lamps go off.
Permanently off.
Permanently on, ignition on.
Front courtesy lamp
COURTESY 
LAMPS
Rear courtesy lamp Front individual reading lamps 
EaSE oF USE and CoMFoRT
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Front airbags
Deployment
They are deployed, except the 
passenger's front airbag if it has been 
deactivated, in the event of a serious 
front impact applied to all or part of the 
front impact zone A in the longitudinal 
centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal 
plane directed from the front towards 
the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the 
front occupant of the vehicle and the 
dashboard to cushion their forward 
movement.Deactivating the passengers front 
airbag
o
nly the passenger's front airbag can 
be deactivated.
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W
 ith the ignition switched off, 
insert the key into the passenger's 
front airbag deactivation switch.
-  T urn it to the "OFF" position.
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Remove the key keeping the switch 
in the new position.
The passenger's front airbag
 
warning lamp in the instrument 
panel remains on while the 
airbag is deactivated. If the two airbag warning lamps 
are on continuously, do not install 
a rearward facing child seat and 
contact a CITR
o Ë n  dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Front airbag fault
To ensure the safety of your child, 
it is essential to deactivate the 
passenger's front airbag when you 
install a rearward facing child seat on 
the front passenger seat. Otherwise, 
the child would risk being killed or 
seriously injured if the airbag were 
deployed. Reactivation
In the "OFF" position, the passenger's 
front airbag will not be deployed in the 
event of an impact.
As soon as the child seat is removed, 
turn the passenger's front airbag switch 
to the "ON" position to reactivate the 
airbag and thus ensure the safety 
of your passenger in the event of an 
impact.
If this warning lamp comes 
on, accompanied by an 
audible signal and a message 
in the screen, consult a 
CITR o Ë n  dealer or a 
qualified workshop to have 
the system checked.
The front airbags are fitted in the 
centre of the steering wheel for the 
driver and in the dashboard for the 
front passenger(s). 
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ADVICE ON CHILD SEATS
The incorrect installation of a child seat 
in a vehicle compromises the child's 
protection in the event of an accident.
Check that there is no seat belt or seat 
belt buckle under the child seat, as this 
could destabilise the seat.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or 
the child seat harnesses keeping the 
slack relative to the child's body to a 
minimum, even for short journeys.
For the installation of a child seat using 
the seat belt, ensure that the seat belt 
is well tensioned on the child seat 
and that it is holding the child seat 
firmly against the vehicle's seat. If the 
passenger seat is adjustable, move it 
forward if necessary.
At the rear, always leave sufficient 
space between the front seat and:
- 
a rearward facing child seat,
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the feet of a child seated in a 
forward facing child seat.
For this, move the front seat forward 
and, if necessary
, straighten its 
backrest as well. For the optimum installation of a 
forward facing child seat, ensure that 
the back of the child seat is as close as 
possible to the backrest of the vehicle's 
seat, or in contact if possible.
The head restraint must be removed 
before installing a child seat with a 
backrest on the passenger seat.
Ensure that the head restraint is 
stowed or attached securely so that it 
is not thrown around the vehicle in the 
event of sharp braking.
Refit the head restraint as soon as the 
child seat is removed.
Children at the front
The legislation on carrying a child on 
the front passenger seat is specific to 
each country. Refer to the legislation in 
force in your country.
d
eactivate the passenger's airbag 
when a rearward facing child seat is 
installed on the front seat.
Otherwise, the child would risk being 
seriously injured or killed if the airbag 
were deployed.
Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must 
be positioned on the child's shoulder 
without touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt 
passes correctly over the child's thighs.
CITROËN recommends the use of a 
booster seat which has a back, fitted 
with a seat belt guide at shoulder level.
As a safety precaution, never leave:
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one or more children alone and 
unsupervised in a vehicle,
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a child or an animal in a vehicle 
which is exposed to the sun, with 
the windows closed,
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the keys within reach of children 
inside the vehicle.
T
o prevent accidental opening of the 
doors, use the "Child Lock".
Take care not to open the rear windows 
by more than one third.
To protect young children from the rays 
of the sun, fit side blinds to the rear 
windows. 
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Towing a trailer
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TOWBAR  WITH   SWAN   NECK   
T
OWBALL , 
LOCKABLE AND   QUICKLY  DETACHABLE
Presentation
This swan neck towbar, delivered 
assembled, can be removed and fitted 
easily. No tools are needed.
Instructions for fitting and before 
every use
Check that the swan neck is correctly 
locked by verifying the following points:
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the green mark on the locking 
wheel is visible
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the safety lock on the locking wheel 
is directed toward the rear
,
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the safety lock is closed and the 
key removed; the locking wheel can 
no longer be operated,
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the swan neck must no longer 
move at all in its carrier
.
When hooking up the trailer, don't 
forget to connect the trailer harness.
Fitting 
ACCESSORIES
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