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(a)Universal child seat: child seat that can be
installed in all vehicles using the seat belt.
(b) Group 0: from birth to 10 kg Carry-cots
and car beds cannot be installed in the
front passenger seat.
(c) Refer to the current legislation in your
country before installing your child on this
seat.
(d) When installing a child seat on a rear seat
in a rearward or forward-facing position,
move the front seat for ward then adjust
the backrest to an upright position to allow
enough room for the child seat and the
child's legs. (e)
When you install a "rear ward facing" child
seat in the front passenger seat , the
passenger air bag must be deactivated.
Otherwise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the air
bag were deployed . When a "for ward
facing" child seat is installed on the front
passenger seat , the passenger's air bag
must remain activated.
U: Seat suitable for the installation of a
child seat secured using a seat belt and
universally approved, rearward facing and/
or forward facing.
X: Seat not suitable for the installation of a
child seat of the weight group indicated. Remove and stow the head restraint
before installing a child seat with backrest
on a passenger seat. Refit the head
restraint once the child seat has been
removed.
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Advice
The incorrect installation of a child seat in a
vehicle compromises the child's protection in
the event of an accident.
Ensure that there is no seat belt or seat belt
buckle under the child seat, as this could
destabilise it.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the
child seat harnesses keeping the slack
relative to the child's body to a minimum,
even for short journeys.
When installing a child seat using the seat
belt, ensure that the seat belt is tightened
correctly on the child seat and that it secures
the child seat firmly on the seat of your
vehicle. If your passenger seat is adjustable,
move it for wards if necessary.
At rear seating positions, always leave
sufficient space between the front seat and:
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ear ward facing child seat,
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he child's feet for a child seat fitted
forward facing.
To do this, move the front seat for wards
and, if necessary, move its backrest into the
upright position.
For optimal installation of the forward-facing
child seat, verify that its backrest is as close
as possible to the backrest of the vehicle seat, or if possible in contact with it.
The head restraint must be removed before
installing a child seat with a backrest on the
passenger seat.
Ensure that the headrest is stowed or
attached securely so that it is not thrown
around the vehicle in the event of sharp
braking. Refit the head restraint once the
child seat has been removed.
Children in front
The legislation on carrying children on the
front passenger seat is specific to each
country. Consult the legislation in force in
your country.
Deactivate the passenger's front airbag
when a rear ward facing child seat is installed
on the front passenger seat.
Otherwise, the child risks being seriously
injured or killed if the airbag is deployed.
Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must be
positioned on the child's shoulder without
touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
passes correctly over the child's thighs.
CITROËN We recommend using a booster
seat with a backrest equipped with a belt
guide at shoulder level. As a safety precaution, do not leave:
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hild or children alone and
unsupervised in a vehicle,
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hild or an animal in a vehicle which
is exposed to the sun, with the windows
closed,
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he keys within reach of children inside
the vehicle.
To prevent accidental opening of the doors
and rear windows, use the child lock.
Take care not to open the rear windows by
more than one third.
To protect young children from the rays of
the sun, fit side blinds on the rear windows.
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"ISOFIX" mountings
Your vehicle has been approved in accordance
with the latest ISOFIX regulation.
The seats, shown below, are fitted with
regulation ISOFIX mountings:
There are three rings for each seat:
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wo rings A , located between the vehicle
seat back and cushion, indicated by a
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ing B, located under a cover on the back
of the top of the seat backrest, referred to
as the TOP TETHER for fixing the upper
strap. Its position is indicated by a marking.
The TOP TETHER is used to secure the upper
strap of child seats that have them. This device
limits for ward tipping of the child seat, in the
event of a front impact.
This ISOFIX mounting system provides fast,
reliable and safe fitting of the child seat in your
vehicle.
The ISOFIX child seats are fitted with two
latches which are easily secured on the two
rings A .
Some also have an upper strap which is
attached to ring B . To secure the child seat to the TOP TETHER:
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the vehicle's seat backrest.
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ift the TOP TETHER cover.
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ecure the upper strap fixing to the ring B.
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ighten the upper strap.
When installing an ISOFIX child seat on the
right hand rear seat, before securing the seat,
first move the centre rear seat belt towards the
middle of the vehicle, so as to not inter fere with
the operation of the seat belt.
The incorrect installation of a child seat
in a vehicle compromises the child's
protection in case of accident.
Strictly observe the fitting instructions
provided with the child seat.
For information on the possibilities for installing
ISOFIX child seats in your vehicle, refer to the
summary table.
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Manual operation
F Select position M for sequential changing
of the six gears.
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ove the selector towards the + sign to
change up a gear.
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ove the selector towards the - sign to
change down a gear.
It is only possible to change from one gear to
another if the vehicle speed and engine speed
permit; otherwise, the gearbox will operate
temporarily in automatic mode.
D disappears and the gears
engaged appear in succession in
the instrument panel.
If the engine speed is too low or too high, the
gear selected flashes for a few seconds, then
the actual gear engaged is displayed.
It is possible to change from position D
(automatic) to position M (manual) at any time.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving
very slowly, the gearbox engages first gear
automatically.
The sport and snow programmes are
inactive in manual operation.Invalid value during manual
operation
This symbol is displayed if a gear
is not engaged correctly (selector
between two positions).
Snow programme T
F Press the " T" button, after starting the
engine.
The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery
roads.
This programme improves starting and traction
when grip is poor.
At any time, press the selected button
again to quit the programme engaged and
return to auto-adaptive mode. T appears in the instrument panel.
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Deactivation / Activation
The function is deactivated or activated via the
vehicle configuration menu.
With audio system
In the "Personalisation -
Configuration " menu, activate/
deactivate " Parking sensors ".
With the touch screen
Press MENU.
In the " Driving / Vehicle " menu,
activate/deactivate " Parking
sensors ".
The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed or
a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle fitted with
a tow bar or bicycle carrier recommended
by
CITROËN).
Malfunction
or In the event of a system fault
when engaging the reverse gear,
this warning light is displayed in
the instrument cluster and/or a
message appears in the screen,
accompanied by an audible signal
(short beep).
Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In bad or wintry weather, ensure that the
sensors are not covered by mud, ice or
snow. When reverse gear is engaged, an
audible signal (long beep) indicates that
the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger
the audible signals of the parking sensor
system.
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Towing a trailer
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN tow-bars and their harnesses
that have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
the fitting of the tow-bar is entrusted to a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If the tow-bar is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer, it must still be fitted in accordance
with the vehicle manufacturer's
instructions. Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
requires extra care from the driver.
For more information on Driving advice
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particularly when towing, refer to the
corresponding section.
Please respect the maximum authorised
towable weights indicated on the
registration certificate or in your vehicle’s
technical data.
Very cold climate
screen(s)
(Depending on the country of sale.)
Removable device(s) which prevent snow
accumulating at the radiator cooling fan.
Depending on the version, you have one or two
screens.
Fitting
F Place the very cold climate screen in front of the front bumper.
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ress around its edge to engage its fixing
clips one by one.
Removing
F Use a screwdriver as a lever to release each of the fixings of each screen in turn.
Do not forget to remove the very cold
climate screen (or screens) in case of:
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he ambient temperature exceeds
10°C,
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peed above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Observe the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving. For more information on Weights
(and the
towed loads which apply to your vehicle)
refer to the corresponding section.
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Bonnet
Opening
Do not open the bonnet when there is a
very strong wind.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the stay with
care (risk of burns).
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ull the interior release lever, located in the
lower dashboard, towards you. F

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ush the exterior safety catch to the left
and raise the bonnet.
F U nclip the bonnet stay from its housing.
F F ix the stay in the notch to hold the bonnet
open.
Closing
F Take the stay out of the support notch.
F C lip the stay in its housing.
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ower the bonnet and release it near the
end of its travel.
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ull on the bonnet to check that it is fully
latched.
Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, ...) be limited.
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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.
Electronic 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 the checking interval
for this component.
Brake pads
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 disc wear
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must
be checked, even between two
services.
Checking this system must be done 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.
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