2016 CITROEN C-ELYSÉE towing

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Direction indicators 90
Hazard warning lamps
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Horn

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Under-inflation detection
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Braking assistance systems

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Trajectory control systems

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Front seat belts

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Airbags
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Safety
Child seats 103
Deactivating the passenger's front airbag
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ISOFIX mountings

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Child lock

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Child safety
Fuel tank 118
Misfuel prevention (Diesel)
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Running out of fuel (Diesel)

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Temporary puncture
repair kit

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Changing a wheel

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Snow chains

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Changing a bulb

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Changing a fuse

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Battery
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Electrical energy economy mode

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Changing a wiper blade

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Towing the vehicle

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Towing a trailer

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Very cold climate screen(s)

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Advice on care and maintenance

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Accessories
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Mats
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Roof bars

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Practical information
Petrol engines 1 71
Petrol weights
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Diesel engine

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Diesel weights

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Dimensions
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Identification markings
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Technical data
Audio system / Bluetooth 177
Audio system
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Audio and telematics
Visual search
Alphabetical index
Checks
Bonnet 16
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Petrol engines
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Diesel engine

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Checking levels

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Checks
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Contents

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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance
guidelines below:
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o obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located in the boot.
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perate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month
to keep it in per fect working order.
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nsure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly.
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o ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have
it checked regularly as recommended in the maintenance and warranty guide.
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f the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off the
air conditioning increases the available engine power and so improves the towing ability.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
If after an extended stop in sunshine,
the interior temperature is very high, first
ventilate the passenger compartment for
a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge
of water under the vehicle which is
per fectly normal.
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Direction indicators
Selection of the left or right direction indicators
to signal a change of direction of the vehicle.
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eft: lower the lighting stalk beyond the
point of resistance.
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ight: raise the lighting stalk beyond the
point of resistance.
Three flashes of the direction
indicators
F Press briefly upwards or downwards, without going beyond the point of
resistance; the direction indicators will
flash 3 times.
Hazard warning lamps
Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on
the deceleration, the hazard warning lamps
come on automatically.
They switch off automatically the first time you
accelerate.
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Y
ou can also switch them off by pressing
the button.
F

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ress this button, the direction indicators
flash.
They can operate with the ignition off.
Horn
F Press the central part of the steering wheel.
Audible warning system to alert other road
users to an imminent danger.
A visual warning by means of the direction
indicators to alert other road users to a vehicle
breakdown, towing or accident.
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This kit is installed in the storage box, under the
boot floor. Complete system consisting of a compressor
and a sealant cartridge which permits
temporary repair of a tyre so that you can
drive to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.
Temporary puncture repair kit
Access to the kitList of tools
all of these tools are specific to your vehicle
and can vary according to equipment. Do not
use them for other purposes.
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1

2 V compressor.
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ontains a sealant cartridge for the
temporary repair of a tyre and can also be
used for adjusting tyre pressures.
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emovable towing eye.
For more information on the removable towing
eye, refer to the "Towing the vehicle" section. The vehicle's electric system allows the
connection of a compressor for long
enough to inflate a tyre after a puncture
repair or for inflating a small inflatable
accessory.
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Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To gain access to it:
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pen the boot,
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ift the floor and remove it,
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emove the towing eye from the holder.
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of the towed vehicle and must have a valid driving
licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing
arm; rope and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for
braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service:
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ehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,
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our-wheel drive vehicle,
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hen it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release
the parking brake,
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owing with only two wheels on the ground,
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here there is no approved towing arm available...
Procedure for having your vehicle towed.
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Towing your vehicleTowing another vehicle
F On the front bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing on the left edge.
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crew the towing eye in fully.
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nstall the towing bar. Put the gear lever into neutral
(position


N for an electronic or
automatic gearbox).
Failure to follow this instruction may
cause damage to some components
(braking, transmission...) and the
absence of braking assistance when
the engine is restarted.
F U nlock the steering by turning the key
in the ignition one notch and release the
parking brake.
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witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
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ove off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance. This towing is strictly prohibited (risk of
damaging your vehicle).
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Towing a trailer
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.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
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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.
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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.
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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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