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Driving advice
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.
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity to side wind.
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.
F

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.
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.
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.
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.
Refer to the "Technical data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply to
your vehicle.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a genuine
CITROËN towbar is used.
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accessories
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.
"Comfort":
door deflectors, side blinds and rear screen
blind, smoker kit, portable scented air
freshener, boot dividers, coat hanger, armrest,
insulated module, reading lamp, cruise control,
boot storage, front and rear parking sensors,
glove box lid...
"Transport solutions":
towbars, towbar harnesses, canoe carrier, roof
bars, bicycle carrier on towbar, bicycle carrier
on roof bars, ski carrier, roof boxes, aluminium
roof rack....
"Security and safety":
wheel security bolts, child seats, breathalyzer,
first aid kit, warning triangle, high visibility vest,
snow chains, non-slip covers, foglamp kit, fire
extinguisher...
Tow bar, which mst be fitted by
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Advice on care and maintenance
Recommendations on the care and
maintenance your vehicle are given in the
maintenance and warranty guide.
"Styling":
gear lever knob, spoiler, parking brake lever
grip, spoiler, alloy wheels, foglamp trims,
chromed mirror shells, aluminium footrest,
chrome exhaust tailpipes, door sill finishers,
wheel trims...
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Coolant level
The coolant level should be close
to the "MA X" mark but should never
exceed it.
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised,
wait at least one hour after switching off the
engine before carrying out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop.
When the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up the level.Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be replaced at
routine services.
Fluid specification
The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
The cooling fan may star t after switching
off the engine: take care with ar ticles and
clothing that might be caught by the fan
blades.
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level
Changing the fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
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Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for the checking interval for
this component.
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for details of the checking
interval for this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for details of the level
checking interval for this component.Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, particularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to have
the condition of the brakes checked,
even between vehicle services.
Brake pads
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must be
checked, even between two services.
Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, CITROËN selects and
offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,
or in wintry conditions, ice can form
on the brake discs and pads: braking
efficiency may be reduced. Make light
brake applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.
Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Checks

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EngineVTi 72VTi 115
Gearbox Manual
(5-speed) Electronic
(5-speed) Manual
(5-speed) Automatic
(4-speed)
Model code: DD... HMY0HMY0/P NFP0NFP9
-

U
nladen weight 9801 090
-

K
erb weight* 1 0551 165
-

G
ross vehicle weight (GV W) 1 4591 467 1 5241 559
-

G
ross train weight (GTW)
o

n a 12 % gradient 1 909
1 9172 2742 309
-

B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o

n a 10 % or 12 % gradient 450
750
-

B
raked trailer** (with load transfer within the
GTW limit) 720
1 010
-

U
nbraked trailer 450580600
-

R
ecommended nose weight 5555
* 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.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) (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 (in kg)
Technical data

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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 speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) (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. * 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.
Engine
HDi 92
Gearbox Manual
(5-speed)
Model codes: DD... 9HJC9HP0
-
U
nladen weight
1 090
-
K
erb weight*
1 165
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W)
1 5491 548
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)

o
n a 12% gradient
2 299
2 298
-
B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)

o
n a 10% or 12% gradient
750
-
B
raked trailer** (with load transfer with the
GTW limit) 1 010
-
U
nbraked trailer
580
-
R
ecommended nose weight
55
Diesel weights (in kg)
Technical data

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Exterior
Remote control key 30 -33
- o pening / closing
-

a
nti-theft protection
-
s

tarting
-
b

attery
Boot
3

7-38
-

o
pening / closing
-
em

ergency release
Temporary puncture
repair kit

1
22-127
Wipers

87
- 88
Changing a wiper blade

1
51
Changing bulbs
1

40-141
-

r
ear lamps
-

3rd brake lamp
-
n
umber plate lamps
-
fo

glamp
Fuel tank, misfuel prevention
1

18-120
Running out of fuel (Diesel)

1
21
Accessories
1

57-158
ESP/ASR

9

5
Tyre pressures

1

76
Changing a wheel

1

28 -134
-

t

ools
-

r

emoving / refitting
Snow chains

1

35
Under-inflation detection
9

1-93
Lighting controls

8

1- 85
Daytime running lamps

8

5
Headlamp beam adjustment

8

6
Changing bulbs
1

36-139
-

f

ront lamps
-
fo

glamps
-

d

irection indicator repeaters
Towing
15

2-153
Very cold climate screen(s)

1

56
Door mirrors

4

3 - 44
Doors
3
0 -33, 36
-

o

pening / closing
-

c

entral locking
-

s

econdary control
Alarm
3

4-35
Electric windows

3

9 Rear parking sensors

7
9 - 80
To w b a r
1
5 4
Visual search

226
Instruments and controls
Opening the bonnet 162
Manual gearbox
6
5
Electronic gearbox

6
6 - 69
Automatic gearbox

7
0 -73
Gear shift indicator

7
4
USB port / Jack socket

5
7
12 V accessory socket / Cigarette
lighter
5
7
Dashboard fuses

1
42-145
Electric windows, deactivating
3
9 Heating, ventilation 4
6-48
Manual air conditioning
(without display screen)

4
8 - 49
Electronic air conditioning (with display screen)

5
0 -52
Front demist /defrost

5
3
Rear screen demist / defrost

5
4
Heated lower windscreen

5
4
Audio system / Bluetooth

1
77-208
Audio system
2
09 -224
Setting the date/time
2
3
Monochrome screen C
(Audio system / Bluetooth)
2
6 -29
Courtesy lamps
8
9
Interior rear view mirror
4
4
Parking brake
6
4 Hazard warning lamps

9
0
Locking/unlocking from inside
3
8
Visual search