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ECONOMY MODE
After the engine has stopped, with
the
key in the ignition position, certain
functions (windscreen wiper
, electric
windows, courtesy lamps, audio
equipment,
etc.) can only be used for a
cumulative duration of thirty minutes, to
prevent
discharging of the battery.
Once the thirty minutes have elapsed,
the active functions are put on standby
and
the battery warning lamp flashes
accompanied by a message in the
screen.
T
o resume the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it
run
for a few minutes.
The time available will then be double
the time for which the engine was left
running.
However, this time will always
be
between five and thirty minutes.
A
flat battery will prevent the
engine
from starting.
Battery
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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 driving wheels.
They
must
never be fitted to "space-
saver"
type spare wheels.
T
ake 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
surface
on the side of the road.
F
Apply
the parking brake and
position
any wheel chocks to
prevent
movement of your vehicle.
F
Fit the chains following the
instructions provided by the
manufacturer
.
F
Move of
f gently and drive for a
few moments, without exceeding
30
mph (50 km/h).
F
Stop
your vehicle and check that
the snow chains are correctly
tightened.It is recommended that before you
leave,
you practise fitting the snow
chains
on a level and dry surface.
Use only the chains designed to be
fitted
to the type of wheel fitted to your
vehicle:
For more information on snow chains,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified
workshop.
Original
tyre size Maximum
link
size.
195/65
R159 mm
195/70
R15
205/65
R15
215/55
R16
215/50
R17Avoid driving with chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow,
to avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres
and
the road surface. 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.
Snow chains
