2016 Citroen DS5 RHD wheel

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Putting the winch carrier and
spare wheel back in place
This procedure is to be carried out whether
the spare wheel is present or not. Without the
spare wheel, skip steps A and d
.
O

nly a "space-saver" type spare wheel can
be secured under the vehicle using the winch
c a r r i e r.
F

S
tow the jack in the box and refit the lid.
F

P
lace the closed box flat on the ground,
close to the rear of the vehicle.
F

S
traighten the spare wheel and pass the
link piece through the middle of the wheel.
F

I
nsert the link piece in the tool box
aperture. F
C entre the spare wheel on the tool box.
F

P
lace the assembly of wheel and tool box
under the rear of the vehicle.
F

R
aise the assembly of wheel and tool box
under the vehicle by turning the winch drive
nut anticlockwise using the wheelbrace 1
and the extension 7 . F
T ighten fully and check that the wheel is
horizontally flush against the floor.
Practical information

Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not
block traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and not slippery.
Apply the parking brake unless it has
been programmed to automatic mode,
switch off the ignition and engage first
gear* to block the wheels.
Check that the braking warning lamp
and the P warning lamp in the parking
brake control lever come on.
If necessary, place a chock against
the wheel opposite the wheel to be
changed.
The occupants must get out of the
vehicle and wait where they are safe.List of operations
F Depending on equipment, remove the protective cover from from each of bolts using the tool 3 or remove the wheel trim using tool 4 .
F

F
it the security socket 5 on the wheelbrace 1 to slacken the security bolt (if fitted).
F

S
lacken the other bolts (no more than a 1/4 turn) using the wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
* Position P for an automatic gearbox.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.

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F Position the foot of the jack 2 on the ground
and ensure that it is directly below the
front
A or rear B jacking point provided on
the underbody, whichever is closest to the
wheel to be changed. F
Ra ise the vehicle until there is sufficient
space between the wheel and the ground
to admit the spare (not punctured) wheel
easily.
F

R
emove the bolts and store them in a clean
place.
F

R
emove the wheel.
F
E xtend the jack 2 until it comes into contact
with the jacking point A or B used; the
contact sur face at the jacking point A or B
must be correctly engaged with the central
part of the head of the jack.
Ensure that the jack is stable. If the ground is slippery or loose, the jack may slip or drop -
Risk of injury!
Ensure that the jack is positioned only at one of the jacking points A or B under the vehicle,
making sure that the vehicle's contact sur face is centred on the head of the jack. Other wise
there is a risk of damage to the vehicle and/or of the jack dropping - Risk of injury!
Practical information

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 S crew in the bolts fully by hand.
F

P
re-tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security
socket 5.
F

P
re-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.

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F Lower the vehicle fully.
F F old the jack 2 and detach it. F
T ighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security
socket 5.
F

T
ighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
F

R
efit the bolt protectors on each of the
bolts or the wheel trim (depending on
equipment).
F

S
tore the tools in the box.
Practical information

Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when braking.The snow chains must be fitted only
to the front wheels. They must never
be fitted to "space-saver" type spare
wheels.
Take account of the legislation in force
in your country on the use of snow
chains and the maximum running speed
authorised.
Advice on installation
F If you have to fit the chains during a journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face
on the side of the road.
F

A
pply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks to prevent movement of your
vehicle.
F

F
it the chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
F

M
ove off gently and drive for a few
moments, without exceeding 30 mph
(50
km/h).
F

S
top your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow, to
avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and
the road sur face. If your vehicle is fitted
with alloy wheels, check that no part of
the chain or its fixings is in contact with
the wheel rim.
Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size.215/60 R16 9 mm
225/50 R17
235/45 R18 cannot be fitted with
snow chains
235/40 R19
For more information on snow chains, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. It is strongly recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry sur face.

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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:
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v
ehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,
-

f
our-wheel drive vehicle,
-

w
hen it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release
the parking brake,
-

t
owing with only two wheels on the ground,
-

w
here 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
o
pen the boot,
F

r
aise the boot floor,
F

t
ake 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

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, ...*

T
o avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:
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e
nsure that mats are correctly positioned
and secured,
-

n
ever 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.