2017 CITROEN C-ELYSÉE Handbook (in English)

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Disconnecting the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state
of charge for starting the engine, it is
recommended that the battery be disconnected
if the vehicle is taken out of service for a long
period.
Before disconnecting the battery:
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lose all openings (doors, boot, windows).
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witch off all electricity consuming devices
(audio system, wipers, lighting, etc.).
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witch off the ignition and wait for four
minutes.
After accessing the battery, you only have to
disconnect the (+) terminal.Rapid lock lug
Disconnecting the (+) terminal
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aise palette A as much as possible to
unlock clamp B .
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emove clamp B by raising it. Reconnecting the (+) terminal
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aise palette A as much as possible.
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eplace clamp B open on the (+) terminal
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ress clamp B up to the stop.
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ower palette A to lock clamp B.
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After reconnecting the
battery
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the
ignition and wait 1 minute before starting
the engine, in order to enable the electronic
systems to initialise.
If minor problems nevertheless persist
following this operation, contact a
CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you
must reset certain systems yourself, such as:
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he key with remote control.
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he date and time.
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he preset radio stations.
On the journey following the initial engine
start-up, the Stop & Start may not be
operational.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a continuous
period of immobilisation of the vehicle,
a period which depends on the ambient
temperature and the state of charge of the
battery (up to about 8 hours).
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Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed.
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
t h e f l o o r.
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
c o unt r y.
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 the vehicle is towed with its engine
off, there is no more braking and steering
assistance.
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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available...
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Towing your vehicle
F On the front bumper, unclip the cover by pressing on its left side.
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crew the towing eye completely.
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nstall the towing bar. With a manual transmission: move the
gear lever into neutral.
With an automatic or electronic gearbox,
place the gear selector into position N
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Failure to observe this instruction could
result in damage to certain components
(braking, transmission...) and the absence
of braking assistance the next time the
engine is started.
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nlock the steering by turning the ignition
key one notch and release the parking
brake.
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witch on the hazard warning lamp on both
vehicles.
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et off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
Towing another vehicle
This towing is strictly prohibited (risk of
damaging your vehicle).
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Engines and
specifications
The engine specifications (displacement, max.
power, max. speed, energy, CO
2 emissions,
etc.) associated with your vehicle are
mentioned in the registration certificate, and in
the commercial documents.
These characteristics correspond to the values
type-approved on a test bed, under conditions
defined in European legislation (Directive
1999/99/EC).
For more information, contact a
CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Weights and towed
loads
The weights and towed loads relating to your
vehicle are stated in the registration certificate,
and in the sales documentation.
These values are also shown on the
manufacturer's nameplate or label.
For more information, contact a
CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
The mass in working order is equal to the
weight when empty + driver (75 kg).
The GTW values and the towable loads
listed are valid for a maximum altitude of
1,000


additional metres.
The 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.
The recommended nose weight corresponds
to the weight permitted on the tow-bar
(dismantlable with or without a tool).
GV W: Gross vehicle weight, the maximum
authorised vehicle weight.
GT W: Gross train weight High ambient temperatures may result
in a reduction in the per formance of the
vehicle to protect the engine. When the
ambient temperature is above 37°C, limit
the weight towed.
Towing with a towing vehicle which is only
slightly laden may negatively affect its
handling.
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not
exceed 62 mph (100 km/h) (comply with
the legislation in force in your country).
When the ambient temperature is high,
leaving the engine running for 1 to
2
minutes after stopping the vehicle to
allow it to cool is recommended.
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Technical data

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Petrol
EnginesPureTech 82PureTech 82 S&S V T i 115
Gearboxes Manual 5-speed
(BVM5) Electronic (5-speed)
(ETG5) Manual 5-speed
(BVM5) Automatic 6-speed
( E AT 6)
Code EB2 F MAEC5 F
Version variant types: DD... HMZ6HMZ6/PS NFP0
NFP6NFPT
Capacity (cm
3) 1,1 9 91,1 9 9 1,5 87
Max power: EU standard (kW)* 6060 85
Fuel Unleaded 91 RON to
98 RON Unleaded 91 RON to
98 RON Unleaded 91 RON to 98 RON
Braked trailer (within the GTW limit)
on a 10% or 12% gradient 450
500 750
Unbraked trailer 450450 580
Recommended towing bar weight 5555 55
* The maximum power corresponds to the value type approved on a test bed, under conditions defined by European legislation (Directive 1999/99/EC).
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Diesel
EngineHDi 92BlueHDi 100
Gearboxes Manual 5-speed
(BVM5) Manual 5-speed
(BVM5)
Code DV6 DM (euro 4)DV6 DDV6 FD
Version variant types: DD... 9HJC9HP0BHY6
Capacity (cm
3) 1,5 6 01,5 6 0
Max power: EU standard (kW)* 6873
Fuel DieselDiesel
Braked trailer (within the GTW limit)
on a 10% or 12% gradient 750
750
Unbraked trailer 580580
Recommended towing bar weight 5555
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he maximum power corresponds to the value type approved on a engine bench, under conditions defined by European legislation (Directive
1999/99/EC).
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Dimensions (in mm)
Technical data