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Advice on driving when towing
Distribution of loads
F Distribute 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 per formance. Above
1
000 metres, the maximum towing load must
be reduced by 10
% of the GTW and so on for
every 1
000 metres of altitude.
For more information on Petrol weights or
Diesel weights and in particular the towed
loads which apply to your vehicle, refer to the
corresponding section.
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity to side wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
F
T
o lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on a long slope
depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
F
I
f this message is displayed, stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To limit heat build-up in the brakes, use of the
engine brake is recommended.
Ty r e s
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
F Check the lighting and signalling on the trailer and the adjustment of the vehicle's
headlamps.
For more information on Headlamp
adjustment , refer to the corresponding
section.
If the message flashes slowly, wait for the
engine to cool before topping up the level, if
necessary.
If the message flashes rapidly, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically when a
genuine CITROËN towbar is used.
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Fitting roof bars
The transverse roof bars are fitted to the longitudinal bars at the 8 fixing points masked by covers.
Using a small screwdriver, remove the 8 covers on the inner faces of the longitudinal bars.
The transverse bars are fitted directly to the roof of the vehicle, at the 4 anchorage points masked
by covers.
Slide the covers towards the front of the vehicle to remove them.
Retain the protective covers.
After removing the roof bars, the protective covers should be refitted:
F
i
nsert the fixing tongues into the apertures then slide the covers towards the rear of the vehicle. The body sill finishers should not be
used as a step when fitting roof bars.Use accessories recommended by
CITROËN and follow the accessory
manufacturer's fitting instructions.
Maximum authorised weight on the roof
bars, for a loading height not exceeding
40
cm (except bicycle carriers): 80 kg.
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the
speed of the vehicle to the condition of
the road, to avoid damaging the roof
bars and the fixings on the roof.
Please refer to national legislation to
comply with the regulations regarding
the transportation of objects which are
longer than the vehicle.
For reasons of safety and to avoid damaging the roof, it is essential to use transverse bars that are
approved for your vehicle.
Vehicles fitted with longitudinal bars
Vehicles not fitted with longitudinal bars
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Towing the vehicle
Towing your vehicle
2 wheel drive (2WD) versions: towing
with the wheels on the ground
General recommendations
Towing with the wheels on the ground
is only possible on 2 wheel drive (2WD)
versions.
F
F
it the towing bar to the towing eye on the
chassis, located under the front bumper.
Observe the legislation in force in your
c o unt r y.
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:
-
v
ehicle broken down on a motor way or
fast road,
-
f
our-wheel drive vehicle,
-
w
hen it is not possible to put the gearbox
into neutral, unlock the steering, or
release the parking brake,
-
t
owing with only two wheels on the
ground,
-
w
here there is no approved towing arm
available... F
P
ut the gear lever into neutral (position N
for the CVT gearbox).
F
U
nlock the steering by turning the ignition
switch to the " ON" position (or to " ON"
mode for vehicles fitted with the "Keyless
Entry and Starting" system).
F
R
elease the parking brake.
F S witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F
M
ove off gently and travel slowly for a short
distance only.
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Petrol weights and towed loads (kg)
The values for approved towed weights vary
according to the sales zone (see the tables on
the following pages).
The exact values are given in your vehicle's
registration document as well as on the
manufacturer's plate.
They are also mentioned in sales brochures.
For more details, 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 are
valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres;
the towed load mentioned must be reduced
by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of
altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed
62 mph (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation
in force in your country).
High exterior temperatures may result in a
reduction in the per formance of the vehicle to
protect the engine; if the exterior temperature is
above 37 °C, limit the towed load.
The weight of the braked trailer can be
increased, within the GTW limit, if the
GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced
by an equal amount. Please note that
towing using a lightly loaded towing
vehicle may have an adverse effect
on its road holding
.
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For: Russia, Ukraine, Morocco, Argentina, Chile, French overseas territories.
PETROL ENGINES1.6 litre 1152.0 litre 150
Gearboxes Manual
(5 - speed) Manual (5-speed)
CVT (6- speed)
Model codes: BU... NKZ7
NKZ0 AFZ7
AFZM AFZH
AFZ9 AFZP
AFZC
Transmission mode 2WD2WD 4WD2WD 4WD
-
U
nladen weight 1 3101 355 1 4201 385 1 450
-
K
erb weight 1 3851 430 1 4951 460 1 525
-
G
ross vehicle weight
(GV W) 1 870
1 9701 9701 9701 970
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W) when towing 1 9252 035 2 0352 0352 035
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)
o
n a 12% gradient 3 025
3 335 3 3353 3353 335
-
B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o
n a 10% or 12% gradient 1 10 0
1 300 1 3001 3001 300
-
U
nbraked trailer 68571574 5725 750
-
R
ecommended nose weight 5565656565
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For: Australia, New Zealand.
PETROL ENGINES2.0 litre 150
Gearboxes CVT (6- speed)
Model codes: BU... AFZH
AFZ9 AFZP
AFZC
Transmission mode 2WD4WD
-
U
nladen weight 1 3801 445
-
K
erb weight 1 4551 520
-
G
ross vehicle weight
(GV W) 1 970
1 970
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W) when towing 2 0352 035
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)
o
n a 12% gradient 3 020
3 020
-
B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o
n a 10% or 12% gradient 1 050
1 050
-
U
nbraked trailer 750750
-
R
ecommended nose weight 6565
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For: South Africa.
PETROL ENGINES2.0 litre 150
Gearboxes Manual (5-speed)CVT (6- speed)
Model codes: BU... AFYRAFYV AFYTAFYW
Transmission mode 2WD4WD2WD 4WD
-
U
nladen weight 1 3501 4151 390 1 455
-
K
erb weight 1 4251 490 1 4651 530
-
G
ross vehicle weight
(GV W) 1 970
1 9701 9701 970
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W) when towing 2 0352 0352 0352 035
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)
o
n a 12% gradient 3 075
3 0752 760 2 760
-
B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o
n a 10% or 12% gradient 1 050
1 050 750750
-
U
nbraked trailer 1 0501 050 750750
-
R
ecommended nose weight 65656565
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* Vehicle not for towing.
For other countries of sale.
PETROL ENGINES2.0 litre 150
Gearboxes Manual (5-speed)CVT (6- speed)
Model codes: BU... AFYR
AFZ7 AFYV
AFZM AFYT
AFZH
AFZ9 AFYW
AFZP
AFZC
Transmission mode 2WD4WD2WD 4WD
-
U
nladen weight 1 3401 405 1 3701 435
-
K
erb weight 1 4151 480 1 445 1 510
-
G
ross vehicle weight
(GV W) 1 970
1 9701 9701 970
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W) when towing 2 0352 0352 0352 035
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)
o
n a 12% gradient 2 655
2 655 -*-*
-
B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o
n a 10% or 12% gradient 650
650 -*-*
-
U
nbraked trailer 650650 -*-*
-
R
ecommended nose weight 6565 -*-*
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