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F Select reverse, release the steering wheel and start moving without exceeding 4 mph
(7
km/h).
F

T
he assisted parking manoeuvre is in
progress.
Without exceeding 4
mph (7 km/h), move
for wards and backwards, aided by the
warnings from the "Parking sensors"
function until completion of the manoeuvre
is indicated. The end of the manoeuvre is confirmed by a
message and an audible signal.
The assistance is deactivated: you can take
over control.
Assistance when leaving a
parallel parking space
F When you want to leave a parallel parking
space, start the engine.
F

Sel
ect "Park Assist " in the "Driving
functions " tab of the touch screen Driving/
Vehicle menu to activate the function.
F

P
ress "Exit parking slot " on
the touch screen. F

T
he assisted parking manoeuvre is in
progress. Without exceeding 3
mph
(5
km/h), move for wards and backwards,
aided by the warnings from the "Park assist"
system, until the end of the manoeuvre is
indicated.
F

O
perate the direction indicator for the exit
side chosen.
F
E
ngage reverse or forward gear and release
the steering wheel.
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F The assisted parking manoeuvre is in progress.
Without exceeding 4
mph (7 km/h), follow
the instructions displayed in the instrument
panel, aided by the warnings from the
"Parking sensors" function until completion
of the manoeuvre is indicated. During a bay parking manoeuvre, the Park
Assist system is automatically deactivated
once the rear of the vehicle is within 50
cm
of an obstacle.
The end of the manoeuvre is confirmed by a
message and an audible signal.
The assistance is deactivated: you can take
over control. During parking and exit from parking
manoeuvres, the Top Rear Vision Camera
function may come into operation. This
facilitates monitoring of the surroundings
of the vehicle by displaying additional
information on the touch screen.
For more information on the To p
Rear Vision Camera
, refer to the
corresponding section.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated by pressing the
control.
The system is deactivated automatically:
-

o
n switching off the ignition,
-

i
f the engine stalls,
-

i
f no manoeuvre is per formed within
5
minutes of selecting the type of
manoeuvre,
-

a
fter a prolonged stop of the vehicle during
a manoeuvre, -

i
f the wheel anti-slip regulation (ASR) is
triggered,
-
i
f the speed of the vehicle exceeds the
stated limit,
-
w
hen the driver interrupts movement of the
steering wheel,
-
a
fter 4 manoeuvre cycles,
-
o
n opening the driver's door,
-
i
f one of the front wheels encounters an
obstacle.
Deactivation is confirmed by a message and an
audible signal.
The driver should then take back control of the
vehicle's steering.
If the system is deactivated during a
manoeuvre, the driver must reactivate it to
resume the current measurement.
Deactivation
The system is switched off automatically:
- w hen towing a trailer, connected electrically,
-

i
f the driver's door is opened,
-

i
f the speed of the vehicle is above 45 mph
(70
km/h).
To switch the system off for a prolonged period,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Driving

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Fuel used for petrol engines
The petrol engines are compatible with biofuels
that conform to current and future European
standards and which can be obtained from
filling stations:Petrol that meets standard EN228,
mixed with a biofuel that meets
standard EN15376.
The only petrol additives authorised for
use are those that meet the B715001
standard.
Fuel used for Diesel
engines
The Diesel engines are compatible with
biofuels that conform to current and future
European standards and which can be
obtained from filling stations: Diesel fuel that meets standard
EN16734
mixed with a biofuel that
meets standard EN14214 (possibly
containing up to 10% Fatty Acid Methyl
Ester).
Paraffinic Diesel fuel that meets
standard EN15940 mixed with a biofuel
that meets standard EN14214 (possibly
containing up to 7% Fatty Acid Methyl
Ester).
The use of B20 or B30 fuel that meets
standard EN16709 is possible in your
Diesel engine. However, this use, even
occasional, requires strict application of
the special servicing conditions referred
to as "Arduous conditions".
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop. The use of any other type of (bio)fuel
(vegetable or animal oils, pure or diluted,
domestic fuel, etc.) is strictly prohibited
(risk of damage to the engine and fuel
syste m). The only Diesel additives authorised for
use are those that meet the B715000
standard.
Diesel at low temperature
At temperatures below 0°C (+32°F), the
formation of paraffins in summer-type Diesel
fuels could entail an abnormal operation
of the fuel supply circuit. To avoid this, we
recommend using winter-type Diesel fuel and
keeping the fuel tank more than 50% full.
If, despite this, at temperatures below -15°C
(+5°F) the engine has problems starting,
just leave the vehicle in a garage or heated
workshop for a little while.
Travelling abroad
Cer tain fuels could damage the engine of
your vehicle.
In cer tain countries, the use of a par ticular
fuel may be required (specific octane
rating, specific trade name, etc.) to ensure
correct operation of the engine.
For any additional information, contact a dealer.
Compatibility of fuels
Diesel fuel that meets standard
EN590
mixed with a biofuel that meets
standard EN14214 (possibly containing
up to 7% Fatty Acid Methyl Ester).
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Fuel tank
Tank capacity: approximately 45 litres.
I f you have put the wrong fuel in your
vehicle, you must have the fuel tank
drained and filled with the correct fuel
before star ting the engine.
Low fuel level
When the low fuel level in the
tank is reached, this warning lamp
comes on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible warning
and a message.
When it first comes on, about 5


litres of fuel
remain in the tank.
This warning lamp will come on every time
the ignition is switched on, accompanied
by a message and an audible signal, until
a sufficient addition of fuel is made. This
audible signal and message are repeated with
increasing frequency as the fuel level drops
and approaches " 0".
Refuel as soon as possible to avoid running
out.
For more information on Running out of
fuel (Diesel) , refer to the corresponding
section.
Refilling
A self-adhesive label on the inner face of the
filler flap reminds you of the type of fuel to use,
depending on your engine.
Additions of fuel must be of at least 5
litres, in
order to be registered by the fuel gauge.
Opening the filler cap may create a noise
caused by an inrush of air. This vacuum is
entirely normal, resulting from the sealing of the
fuel system.
To refuel in complete safety:
F

Y
ou must switch off the engine.
F

W
ith the vehicle unlocked, press the rear-
central part of the filler flap to open it.
F

T
ake care to select the pump that delivers
the correct type of fuel for your vehicle.
F

T
urn the filler cap to the left. F

R
emove the cap and place it on its support
(on the filler flap).
F

I
nsert the filler nozzle and push it in as far
as possible before starting to refuel (risk of
blowback).
F

F
ill up the tank completely, but do not
continue after the 3
rd cut-off of the nozzle;
this could cause malfunctions.
Once you have finished refuelling:
F

R

efit the filler cap.
F

T

urn it to the right.
F

P

ush the filler flap to close it.
If your vehicle is fitted with Stop & Start,
never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition
using the key, or the START/STOP button
if your vehicle has

K

eyless Entry and
Starting.
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Fuel cut- of f
Your vehicle is equipped with a safety device
which cuts off the fuel supply in the event of a
collision.
Misfuel prevention
(Diesel)
(Depending on country of sale)
Mechanical device which prevents filling the
tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It helps
avoid the risk of engine damage that can result
from filling with the wrong fuel.
Operation
When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the
Diesel tank, it comes into contact with the flap.
The system remains closed and prevents filling.It remains possible to use a fuel can to fill
the tank.
In order to ensure a good flow of fuel,
do not place the nozzle of the fuel can in
direct contact with the flap of the misfuel
prevention device and pour slowly.
Travelling abroad
As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be
different in other countries, the presence
of the misfuel prevention device may make
refuelling impossible.
Not all Diesel vehicles are fitted with
misfuel protection, so before travelling
abroad, we recommend that you check
with the CITROËN dealer network whether
your vehicle is suitable for the fuel pumps
in the country in which you intend to travel.
Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type
filler nozzle.
Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains
improve traction as well as the
behaviour of the vehicle when
braking.
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 authorised speed.
Installation tips
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, if necessary,
put wheel chocks against the wheels to
prevent your vehicle from sliding.
F

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

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

S
top your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
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F Hold the towball 5 firmly in one hand; using the other hand, pull and turn star wheel 6
fully in a clockwise direction; do not release
the star wheel.
F

R
emove the cap from the lock.
F
I
nsert the key into the lock 7
.
F
O
pen the lock using the key.
F Extract the towball from the bottom of its
carrier 1.
F

R
elease the star wheel; this automatically stops
in the unlocked position and the red mark on
the star wheel lines up with the white mark on
the towball (position B ).
Maintenance
Correct operation is only possible if the towball
and its carrier are kept clean.
Before cleaning the vehicle with a high-
pressure jet wash, the towball must be removed
and the protective plug fitted to the carrier.
Apply the label provided to a clearly visible
area, close to the carrier or in the boot.
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for any work on the towbar
system.
F

R
efit protective plug 2 to carrier 1
.
F
C
arefully stow the towball in its bag away
from knocks and dirt.
Towing device
Load distribution
F D istribute the load in the trailer so that
the heaviest items are as close as
possible to the axle and the nose weight
approaches the maximum permitted without
exceeding


it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. The maximum
load which can be towed must be reduced by
10% per 1,000
metres of altitude.
Use towing devices and their genuine
harnesses approved by CITROËN. It is
recommended that the installation be
per formed by 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.
Certain driving assistance or manoeuvring
assistance functions are automatically
disabled if an approved towbar is used.
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Load reduction mode
System which manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as air conditioning,
heated rear screen, etc.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
Energy economy mode
System which manages the duration of use of
certain functions to conser ve a sufficient level
of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can still use
functions such as the audio and telematics
system, windscreen wipers, dipped beam
headlamps,
courtesy lamps, etc. for a
maximum combined duration of about forty
minutes.
Switching to this mode
A message appears in the instrument panel
screen indicating that the vehicle has switched
to economy mode and the active functions are
put on standby.
If a telephone call is being made at this
time, it will be maintained for around
10
minutes with the hands-free kit of your
audio system.
Exiting the mode
These functions will be automatically restored
the next time the vehicle is used.
In order to restore the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it run:
-

f
or less than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately five minutes, A flat battery prevents the engine from
starting.
For more information on the 12
V batter y
,
refer to the corresponding section.
Obser ve the maximum authorised towable
weight, indicated on your vehicle's
registration certificate, the manufacturer's
label as well as in the Technical data

section of this guide.
Complying with the maximum
authorised nose weight (towball)
also includes the use of accessories
(bicycle carriers, tow boxes, etc.).
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving. -
f
or more than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for up to approximately thirty
minutes.
Let the engine run for the duration specified to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
Do not repeatedly and continuously restart the
engine in order to charge the battery.
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