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Removing a wheel
List of operations
F Remove the bolt cover from each of the wheel bolts using the tool 3 (with alloy
wheels only).
F
F
it the security socket 4 to the
wheelbrace
1
to slacken the security bolt
(if your vehicle has them).
F
S
lacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not
block traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and non-slippery.
Apply the parking brake, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear* to lock
the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock against the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be changed.
You must ensure that the occupants get
out of the vehicle and wait where they
are safe.
Never go underneath a vehicle
supported by a jack; use an axle stand.
* Position R for an electronic gearbox. The jack must only be used to change a
wheel with a damaged tyre.
The jack does not require any
maintenance.
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List of operations
F Put the wheel in place on the hub.
F S crew in the bolts by hand as far as
possible.
F
P
re-tighten the security bolt (if your vehicle
has them) using the wheelbrace 1 fitted
with the security socket 4 .
F
P
re-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
Fitting a wheel
After changing a wheel
To stow the punctured wheel in the boot
correctly, first remove the central cover.
When using the "space-saver" type
spare wheel, do not exceed 50 mph
(80
km/h).
Have the tightening of the bolts and the
pressure of the spare wheel checked
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired
and refit it to the vehicle as soon as
possible.
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BatteryProcedure for charging your battery when it is flat or for starting the engine using another battery.
Access to the battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access to it:
F
o
pen the bonnet using the interior release
lever, then the exterior safety catch,
F
s
ecure the bonnet stay,
F
l
ift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal. First check that the slave battery has a
nominal voltage of 12 V and a capacity
at least equal to that of the discharged
battery.
Do not try to start the engine by
connecting a battery charger.
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal when
the engine is running.
F
C
onnect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of the flat battery A , then to the
positive terminal (+) of the slave battery B.
F
C
onnect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative terminal (-) of the
slave battery B (or earth point on the other
vehicle).
F
C
onnect the other end of the green or
black cable to the negative terminal C (or
the engine mounting) of the broken-down
vehicle.
F
S
tart the engine of the other vehicle and
allow it to run for a few minutes.
Starting using another
battery
When the battery on your vehicle is discharged,
the engine can be started using a slave battery
(external or on another vehicle) and jump leads.
F
O
perate the starter of the broken-down
vehicle and let the engine run.
I
f the engine does not start immediately,
switch off the ignition and wait a few
moments before trying again.
F
W
ait until the engine returns to idle, then
disconnect the jump leads in reverse order.
Some functions are not available if the
battery is not sufficiently charged.
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"Comfort":
front and rear parking sensors, insulated
module, reading lamp, sun blinds, head
restraint-mounted coat hanger, centre armrest,
air deflector, scented air freshener cartridges,
portable ashtray, solar films for windows...
"Protection":
mats*, seat covers, mudflaps, bumper
protectors, vehicle protective cover, dog guard,
pet seat and boot covers...
"Transport solutions":
boot liner, boot carpet, towbar, towbar wiring
harness, transverse roof bars, bicycle carrier,
ski carrier, roof box, boot spacers, boot net,
business/commercial vehicle conversion kit,
sliding boot floor...
"Safety and security":
anti-theft alarm, warning triangle, high visibility
vest, breathalyzer, first aid kit, snow chains,
non-skid covers, security wheel bolts, vehicle
tracking system, child seats, fire extinguisher,
caravan mirror, glass security films...
"Style":
allow wheels, chromed mirror shells, leather
steering wheel, gear lever knob, aluminium
footrest, wheel caps...
AccessoriesA wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and parts are all suitable for your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.*
T
o avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
-
e
nsure that the mat is positioned and
secured correctly,
-
n
ever fit one mat on top of another.
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