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Checking components
12 V battery
The battery does not require any maintenance.
However, check regularly that the terminals
are correctly tightened (versions without quick
release terminals) and that the connections
are clean.Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of the
replacement intervals for these
components.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of
the replacement interval for this
component.
Oil filter
Unless other wise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's service schedule and according to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle (e.g.
city driving), replace them twice as often if
necessary.
A clogged passenger compartment filter may
have an adverse effect on the per formance
of the air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours.
Particle filter (Diesel)
The start of saturation of the particle
filter is indicated by the fixed
illumination of this warning lamp
accompanied by a warning message.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at
least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp
goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, this indicates a
low additive level.
For more information on Checking levels and
the Diesel additive level in particular, refer to
the corresponding section.
On a new vehicle, the first particle
filter regeneration operations may be
accompanied by a "burning" smell,
which is per fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at
the exhaust on acceleration. This does
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle
or the environment.
For more information and the precautions to
take before starting work on the 12 V batter y
,
refer to the corresponding section.
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are
fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of
specific technology and specification.
Its replacement should be carried out
only by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Warning triangle
The triangle can be stored on the rear face of
the boot, secured by straps.
Assembling the triangle
As a safety precaution, before leaving your
vehicle to set up and install the triangle, switch
on the hazard warning lamps and put on your
high visibility vest.Refer to the instructions provided with the
triangle.
Positioning the triangle
Running out of fuel
(Diesel)
On vehicles fitted with Diesel engines, the fuel
system must be primed if you run out of fuel. For more information on Misfuel
prevention (Diesel) , refer to the
corresponding section.
If the engine does not start first
time, don't keep trying, but start the
procedure again from the beginning.
BlueHDi engines
F Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of Diesel.
F

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witch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
F

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ait around 6 seconds and switch off the
ignition.
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epeat the operation 10 times.
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perate the starter to run the engine.
F
P
lace the triangle behind the vehicle, as
required by local legislation.
Other HDi engines
(except BlueHDi version)
F A dd at least five litres of Diesel fuel to the
tank.
F

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pen the bonnet.
F

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f necessary, unclip the styling cover for
access to the priming pump.
F

S
queeze and release the priming pump
repeatedly until resistance is felt (there
may be resistance at the first press).
F

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perate the starter to start the engine
(if the engine does not start at the first
attempt, wait around 15 seconds before
trying again).
F

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f the engine does not start after a few
attempts, operate the priming pump again
then start the engine.
F

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efit the styling cover and clip it in place.
F

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lose the bonnet.
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1. 12 V compressor, with integral pressure gauge.
2.
S

ealant cartridge, with integral hose.
3.
S

peed limit sticker.
Composition of the kit
The speed limit sticker must be secured
to the interior of the vehicle in the
driver's field of vision, to remind you
that a wheel is in temporary use.
The vehicle's electric system allows the
connection of the compressor for long
enough to inflate a tyre after a puncture
repair.
This kit is installed in the storage box, under the
boot floor.
Comprising a compressor and a sealant
cartridge, it allows the temporary repair
of
a tyre so that you can drive to the nearest
garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.
Temporary puncture repair kit
Access to the kit
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre
repaired using this type of kit.
Tyre under-inflation detection
After repair of the tyre, the warning
lamp will remain on until the system is
reinitialised.
For more information on Under-
inflation detection , refer to the
corresponding section.
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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, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear* to block
the wheels.
Check that the parking brake warning
lamp in the instrument panel comes on
fixed.
The occupants must get out of the
vehicle and wait where they are safe.
Ensure that the jack is correctly
positioned at one of the vehicle's
jacking points.
Incorrect use of the jack could cause
the vehicle to drop.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.
Wheel with wheel trim
When removing the wheel, first
remove the wheel trim using the
wheelbrace 1 by pulling at the valve
aperture.
When refitting the wheel , refit the
wheel trim, starting by placing its
cut-out in line with the valve and then
pressing around its edge with the palm
of your hand.
Do not use a jack other than the one
supplied by the manufacturer.
* Position P for an automatic gearbox. F

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emove the wheel bolt cover(s) using the
tool 3 (depending on version).
F

S
lacken the bolts using the wheelbrace 1
o n l y.
List of operations
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Changing a bulb
Front lamps
Model with halogen lamps
1. Daytime running lamps / Sidelamps ( W21/5W ).
2.
D

irection indicators (PY21W).
3.
D

ipped beam headlamps (H7).
4.
M

ain beam headlamps (H7).
5.
F

ront foglamps (PSX24W).In some weather conditions (e.g. low
temperature or humidity), the presence
of misting on the internal sur face of the
glass of the headlamps and rear lamps
is normal; it disappears after the lamps
have been on for a few minutes. The headlamps have polycarbonate
lenses with a protective coating:
F

d
o not clean them using a dr y
or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,
F
u
se a sponge and soapy water or a
pH neutral product,
F
w
hen using a high pressure washer
on persistent marks, do not keep
the lance directed towards the
lamps or their edges for too long,
so as not to damage their protective
coating and seals.
Changing a bulb should only be done
after the headlamp has been switched
off for several minutes (risk of serious
burns).
F

D
o not touch the bulb directly with
your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.
It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs to avoid
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a
new bulb with the same type and
specification.
* LEDs: light-emitting diodes.
Model with LED lamps
1. Daytime running lamps / Sidelamps (LEDs)*.
2.
D

irection indicators (PY21W).
3.
D

ipped beam headlamps (H7).
4.
M

ain beam headlamps (H7).
5.
F

ront foglamps (PSX24W).
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Daytime running lamps / sidelamps
F Turn the bulb holder an eighth of a turn anticlockwise and pull it out.
F

R
emove the bulb and replace it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Daytime running lamps /
sidelamps (LEDs)
For the replacement of this type of LED lamp,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. Rapid flashing of the direction indicator
warning lamp (right or left) indicates the
failure of a bulb on that side.
Direction indicators
Amber coloured bulbs, such as the direction
indicators, must be replaced with bulbs of
identical specifications and colour. F

T
urn the bulb holder an eighth of a turn
anti-clockwise and extract it.
F
R
emove the bulb and change it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Dipped beam headlamps
F Remove the protective cover by pulling the tab.
F

D
isconnect the bulb connector.
F

R
emove the bulb and change it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order, directing the bulb alignment
lug upwards .
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Front foglamps
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for the replacement of these bulbs.
Main beam headlamps
F Remove the protective cover by pulling the tab.
F

D
isconnect the bulb connector.
F

R
emove the bulb and change it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order, directing the bulb positioning
lug downwards .
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1. Sidelamps (R10W).
2. Brake lamps (P21W).
3.
D

irection indicators (PY21W).
4.
R

eversing lamp (P21W), right-hand side or
Foglamp (PR21W), left-hand side.
Rear lamps
Changing bulbs
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order. F
S
pread the bulb holder retaining tabs and
remove the bulb holder.
F
T
urn the bulb a quarter turn and change it.
These bulbs are changed from inside the boot.
F

O

pen the boot.
F

R

emove the access cover on the
corresponding side trim.
F
D
isconnect the lamp unit connector.
F
S
lacken and remove the nut ( take care not
to drop it inside the wing ).
F

U

nclip the lamp unit and carefully remove
it by pulling it horizontally towards the
outside. Take care to engage the lamp unit in its
guides, while keeping it in line with the
vehicle.
Tighten sufficiently to ensure sealing,
but without damaging the lamp.
It may be necessary to use slip joint pliers or
the wheelbrace (depending on equipment) to
remove the nut.
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