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Fitting a wheel
Fitting the "space-saver"
spare wheel
If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,
when tightening the bolts on fitting, it
is normal to notice that the washers
do not come into contact with the
"space-saver" spare wheel. The wheel
is secured by the conical sur face of
each bolt.
After changing a wheel
The wheel with the punctured tyre
cannot be fitted under the vehicle. It
must be stowed flat on the boot floor;
use a cover to protect the inside of the
boot.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) when
driving with the "space-saver" type
spare wheel fitted.
Have the tightening of the bolts and the
pressure of the spare wheel checked
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired
and refitted to the vehicle as soon as
possible.
List of operations
F Put the wheel in place on the hub.
F Sc rew in the bolts fully by hand.
F
Pr
e-tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security
socket 5.
F
Pr
e-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
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The headlamps are fitted with
polycarbonate glass with a protective
coating:
F
do n
ot clean them using a dr y
or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,
F
us
e a sponge and soapy water or a
pH neutral product,
F
wh
en using a high pressure washer
on persistent marks, do not keep
the lance directed towards the
lamps or their edges for too long,
so as not to damage their protective
coating and seals. Changing a bulb should only be done
after the headlamp has been switched
off for several minutes (risk of serious
burns).
F
Do n
ot touch the bulb directly with
your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.
It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs to avoid
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a
new bulb with the same type and
specification.
daytime running lamps / sidelamps
For the replacement of this type of LED lamp
and lighting guides, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
A replacement kit for the LEDs is available from
CITROËN dealers.
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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:
-
ve
hicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,
-
fo
ur-wheel drive vehicle,
-
wh
en it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release
the parking brake,
-
to
wing with only two wheels on the ground,
-
wh
ere there is no approved towing arm available...
Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is stowed in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To gain access to it:
F
op
en the boot,
F
ra
ise the boot floor,
F
ta
ke out the towing eye, located in the
storage well.
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
Practical information
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Towing your vehicleTowing another vehicle
F On the front bumper, unclip the cover
b
y pressing at the top to disengage the
securing lugs.
F
Sc
rew the towing eye in fully.
F
In
stall the towing arm. F On t
he rear bumper, unclip the cover by
levering at the left with the point of the
towing eye.
F
Sc
rew the towing eye in fully.
F
In
stall the towing arm.
F
Sw
itch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F
Mov
e off gently and drive at low speed and
for a short distance only.
F
Pl
ace the gear lever in neutral
(position N with an automatic
gearbox).
Fa
ilure to follow this advice could
result in damage to certain systems
(braking, transmission...) and the
absence of braking assistance the
next time the engine is started.
F Un lock the steering and release the
parking brake.
F
Sw
itch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F
Mov
e off gently and drive at low speed and
for a short distance only.
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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.
When not towing a trailer, remove the
quickly-detachable tow ball before
driving, so as to avoid masking the
central rear lamp. Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
For more advice on driving when
towing, refer to the corresponding
section.
For more information on weights (and
the towed loads which apply to your
vehicle) refer to the corresponding
section.
Practical information
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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 window blinds, rear
screen blind, isotherm module, coat hanger
fixed to head restraint, mobile reading lamp,
mirror for caravan, parking sensors, scented air
freshener, cigarette lighter, ...
"Transport systems":
child seats and booster cushions, boot carpet,
boot liner, boot net, boot spacers, transverse
roof bars, bicycle carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes,
towbars, wiring harnesses...
"Styling":
aluminium pedals, aluminium foot rest, alloy
wheels, chrome mirror shells, ...*
To a
void any risk of jamming the pedals:
-
en
sure that mats are correctly positioned
and secured,
-
ne
ver fit one mat on top of another.
"Security and safety":
anti-intrusion alarm, anti-tilt unit, stolen vehicle
tracking system, child seats and booster
cushions, dog guard, breathalyser, first aid
kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle, belt
cutter/glass breaker, high visibility vest, wheel
security bolts, snow chains, snow socks, ...
"Protection":
mats*, mud flaps, bumper protection strips,
boot sill protector, vehicle cover...
If a towbar and wiring harness are fitted
outside the CITROËN dealer network,
the installation must be done using
the vehicle's electrical pre-equipment
and fitted following the manufacturer's
recommendations. The rear bodywork has been designed
to avoid spray.
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Bonnet
Opening
Before doing anything under the
bonnet, switch off the Stop & Start
system to avoid any risk of injury
resulting from an automatic change to
START mode.
closing
F Lower the bonnet and release it at the end
of its travel.
F
Ch
eck that it is latched correctly.
F
Fr
om the outside
: lift the safety catch and
raise the bonnet.
A bonnet strut opens the bonnet and holds it
open.
Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, ...) be limited. The cooling fan may star t after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles and clothing that might
be caught by the fan blades.
F
Fro
m inside:
pull the release lever, located
on the left below the dashboard, towards
you.
checks
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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.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Brake pads
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear Electric parking brake
This system does not require any
routine servicing. However, in the
event of a problem, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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.
For more information on the electric parking
brake, refer to the corresponding section.
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.
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.
