2017 Citroen C3 towing

184
B618_en_Chap06_conduite_ed01-2016
Blind Spot Monitoring System
This system warns the driver of the presence of
another vehicle in the blind spot angle of their
vehicle (areas masked from the driver's field
of vision), as soon as this presents a potential
danger.A fixed warning lamp appears in the door mirror
on the side in question:
-

i
mmediately, when being overtaken,
-

a
fter a delay of about one second, when
overtaking a vehicle slowly.
This system is designed to improve safety when driving and is in no circumstances a
substitute for the use of the interior rear view mirror and door mirrors. It is the driver's
responsibility to constantly check the traffic, to assess the distances and relative speeds of
other vehicles and to predict their movements before deciding whether to change lane.
This system is a driving aid that cannot, in any circumstances, replace the need for
vigilance on the part of the driver.
Activation / Deactivation
Activation and deactivation of the system is
done in the vehicle configuration menu. This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel.
Sensors fitted in the front and rear bumpers
monitor the blind spots.
To deactivate the system, go to the vehicle
configuration menu again.
The indicator lamp goes off.
The system is automatically deactivated
when towing with a towbar approved by
CITROËN.
The status of the system remains in memory on
switching off the ignition.
Driving

201
B618_en_Chap07_info-pratiques_ed01-2016
Very cold climate screen
Removable screen which prevents the accumulation of snow at the radiator cooling fan.Before fitting or removing the screen,
ensure that the engine is off and
the cooling fan has stopped. It is
recommended that the screen be fitted
and removed by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Fitting
F Offer up the screen to the front of the front bumper lower grille.
F

P
ress on the screen to engage its fixing
clips.
Removal
F Use a screwdriver as a lever to unclip each fixing clip in turn.
Do not forget to remove the very cold
climate screen:
- when the exterior temperature exceeds 10° C (e.g. in summer),
-

when towing,- at speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
7
Practical information

202
B618_en_Chap07_info-pratiques_ed01-2016
You must observe the maximum trailer
weight, indicated on the registration
certificate or in the technical
specification for your vehicle.
Towing a trailer
We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their harnesses
that have been tested and approved
from the design stage of your vehicle,
and that the fitting of the towbar is
entrusted to 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.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
For more information on Driving
advice
, particularly when towing, refer
to the corresponding section.
For more information on Weights (and
the towed loads which apply to your
vehicle) refer to the corresponding
section.
Closer
For towing, the closer must be removed if fitted
on your vehicle.
It is located behind the lower air intake grille.
To remove it, consult a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Practical information

226
B618_en_Chap08_En-cas-de-panne_ed01-2016
Spare wheel
The tools are installed in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To gain access to them:
F
o
pen the boot,
F

l
ift the floor and remove it,
F

r
emove the storage box containing the
tools.
Access to the tools
List of tools
These tools are specific to your vehicle and
may vary according to the level of equipment.
Do not use them for any purpose other than
those detailed below.
1.
W

heelbrace.
F

or removing the wheel trim and removing
the wheel bolts.
2.
J

ack with integral handle.
F

or raising the vehicle.
3.
W

heel bolt cover removal tool.
F

or removing the wheel bolt cover on alloy
wheels or the central bolt cover (depending
on version).
4.
R

emovable towing eye.
Procedure for changing a wheel with a punctured tyre for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
For more information on To w i n g, refer to the
corresponding section.
The jack must only be used to change a
wheel with a damaged tyre.
The jack does not require any
maintenance.
The jack conforms to European
legislation, such as defined in the
Machinery Directive 2006/42/CE.
In the event of a breakdown

231
B618_en_Chap08_En-cas-de-panne_ed01-2016
F Remove the bolts and store them in a clean place.
F

R
emove the wheel.
Stowing the wheel with
punctured tyre
The wheel with punctured tyre can be
stowed under the floor, in the housing
for the standard spare wheel.
To stow an alloy wheel, first remove the
trim from the middle of the wheel so that
the fixing parts (nut and bolt) can be put
in place.
In the case of a "space-saver" type
spare wheel, the wheel with punctured
tyre cannot be stowed under the floor. It
must be stowed in the boot; use a cover
to protect the inside of the boot.
8
In the event of a breakdown

252
B618_en_Chap08_En-cas-de-panne_ed01-2016
To w i n g
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your country.
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 towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or
steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service:
- vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,- four-wheel drive vehicle,- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release the
parking brake,
- towing with only two wheels on the ground,- where there is no approved towing arm available...
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using the towing eye.
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To gain access to it:
F
o
pen the boot,
F

l
ift the floor and remove it,
F

r
emove the towing eye from its housing.
In the event of a breakdown

253
B618_en_Chap08_En-cas-de-panne_ed01-2016
Towing another vehicle
F On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towing bar.
F

S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

M
ove off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
F
O
n the front bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing on the left.
F

S

crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I

nstall the towing bar.
F

P

lace the gear lever in neutral (position N
with an automatic gearbox).
Towing your vehicle
Failure to observe this instruction could
result in damage to certain components
(braking, transmission, etc.) and the
absence of braking assistance the next
time the engine is started. F

U
nlock the steering by turning the key
in the ignition one notch and release the
parking brake.
F
S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F
M
ove off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
8
In the event of a breakdown

254
B618_en_Chap09_caracteristiques-techniques_ed01-2016
Engines
Engine characteristics
The engine characteristics (capacity, maximum
power, maximum engine speed, fuel, CO
2
emissions, etc.) for your vehicle are given in
the registration document, as well as in sales
brochures.
These characteristics correspond to the
values type-approved on a test bed, under
conditions defined in European legislation
(Directive
1

999/99/EC).
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Weights
Weights and towed loads
The maximum weights and towed loads for your
vehicle are given are given in the registration
document, as well as in sales brochures.
These values are also present on the
manufacturer's plate or label.
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
The kerb weight is equal to the unladen
weight
+ driver (75 kg).
The GTW and towed load values indicated
apply up to a maximum altitude of
1
000 metres; the towed load mentioned
must be reduced by 10 % for every additional
1
000 metres.
The weight of the braked trailer can be
increased, within the GTW limit, on condition
that the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced
by the same amount.
The recommended nose weight is the vertical
load on the towbar ball (removable with or
without tools).
GV W: gross vehicle weight, the maximum
authorised vehicle weight.
GT W: gross train weight, the maximum
authorised weight of vehicle plus trailer. High exterior temperatures may result
in a reduction in the per formance of
the vehicle to protect the engine; when
the exterior temperature is higher than
37
°C, limit the towed weight.
Towing with a lightly loaded vehicle can
adversely affect roadholding.
Braking distances are increased when
towing a trailer.
Never exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) when
towing (comply with the legislation in
force in your country).
If the exterior temperature is high, it
is recommended that the engine be
allowed to idle for 1 to 2 minutes after
the vehicle comes to a stop, to facilitate
its cooling.
Technical data