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Brake wear depends on the style 
of driving, particularly in the case 
of vehicles used in town, over short 
distances. It may be necessary to have 
the condition of the brakes checked, 
even between vehicle services.
Brake pads
For information on checking brake 
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer 
or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear
Only use products recommended by 
CITROËN or products of equivalent 
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of 
units as important as those in the 
braking system, CITROËN selects and 
offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness, 
or in wintry conditions, ice can form 
on the brake discs and pads: braking 
efficiency may be reduced. Make light 
brake applications to dry and defrost 
the brakes.
Electric parking brake
For more information, refer to the "Electric 
parking brake - Operating faults " section.
This system does not require any 
routine servicing. However, in the 
event of a problem, have the system 
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any 
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service 
schedule for the checking interval for 
this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any 
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service 
schedule for details of the level 
checking interval for this component.
To avoid damaging the electrical units, 
never use a high pressure jet wash in 
the engine compartment.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in 
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake 
pads are worn. 
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Spare wheel
The tools are installed in the boot under the 
f l o o r.
Remove the boot carpet for access to them.
Access to the tools
List of tools*
Procedure for changing a wheel with a punctured tyre for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.All of these tools are specific to your 
vehicle and can vary according to the level 
of equipment. Do not use them for other 
purposes.
1.
 W
heelbrace.
 F
or removing the wheel trim and removing 
the wheel bolts.
2.
 C
hock for immobilising the vehicle (except 
versions with manual gearbox).
3.
 J
ack with integral handle.
 F
or raising the vehicle.
4.
 W
heel bolt cover remover.
 F
or removing the wheel bolt covers on alloy 
wheels.
5.
 S
ocket for the security bolts (located in the 
glove box).
 F
or adapting the wheelbrace to the special 
"security" bolts.
6.
 T
owing eye and front protective cover 
opening tool.
For more information about To w i n g , refer to 
the corresponding section.
* Depending on equipment. 
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Spare wheelProcedure for changing a wheel with a punctured tyre for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
Some of the tools are accessible from inside 
the boot.
The wheel chock 2 as well as the wheelbrace 
extension  6 are stowed under the right-hand 
boot sill trim.
The wheelbrace 1 and the towing eye 7 are 
stowed under the left-hand boot sill.
Access to the tools*3. Jack with integral handle. F or raising the vehicle.
4.
 W
heel bolt cover remover.
 F
or removing the wheel bolt covers on alloy 
wheels.
5.
 S
ocket for the security bolts (stowed in the 
glove box).
 F
or adapting the wheelbrace to the special 
security bolts.
6.
 W
heelbrace extension.
 F
or lowering/raising the spare wheel 
c a r r i e r.
7.
 T
owing eye and front protective cover 
opening tool.
For more information about To w i n g , refer to 
the corresponding section.
Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel , detach the trim 
first using the wheelbrace 1 pulling at the valve 
passage hole.
When refitting the wheel , refit the trim 
starting by placing its notch facing the valve 
and press around its edge with the palm of your 
hand.
All of these tools are specific to your vehicle 
and can vary depending on equipment. Do not 
use them for other purposes.
1.
 W
heelbrace.
 F
or removing the wheel trim and the wheel 
fixing bolts.
2.
 W
heel chock for immobilising the vehicle 
(except versions with manual gearbox). * 
 
D
 epending on version. A complete set of tools 
is provided with the spare wheel.
The other tools, the jack 3 and the tool for 
removing the wheel bolt covers on alloy 
wheels
 
4 , are stowed in a box attached to the 
spare wheel.
The assembly is secured under the vehicle in 
a carrier.
List of tools* 
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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 unless it has 
been programmed to automatic mode, 
switch off the ignition and engage first 
gear* to block the wheels.
Check that the braking warning lamp 
and the P warning lamp in the parking 
brake control lever come on.
For greater safety, place the chock 2 
against the wheel opposite to the one 
being changed.
The occupants must get out of the 
vehicle and wait where they are safe.
Never go underneath a vehicle 
supported by a jack; use an axle stand.
List of operations
F Remove the wheel bolt cover(s) using the tool 4 (depending on equipment).
F
 
F
 it the security socket 5 on the 
wheelbrace
 
1 to slacken the security bolt 
(if
  fitted).
F
 
S
 lacken the other bolts (no more than a 
1/4
  turn) using the wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
* Position P for an automatic gearbox. Do not use:
-
 
t
 he jack for any purpose other than 
lifting the vehicle,
-
 
a
 ny other jack than the one 
supplied by the manufacturer. F
 
P
 lace the foot of the jack 3 on the ground 
and check that it is directly below the 
front   A or rear B jacking point provided on 
the underbody, whichever is closest to the 
wheel to be changed.
Ensure that the jack is stable. If the 
ground is slippery or loose, the jack 
may slip or drop - Risk of injury!
Ensure that the jack is positioned only 
at one of the jacking points A or B 
under the vehicle, making sure that the 
vehicle's contact sur face is centred on 
the head of the jack. Other wise there is 
a risk of damage to the vehicle and/or of 
the jack dropping - Risk of injury! 
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Fusebox 2Fuse N° Rating Functions
F7 10 ABoot 12 V socket.
F8 20 ARear wiper.
F10 30 ALocks.
F17 5 AInstrument panel.
F18 5 AAutomatic gearbox gear selector.
F21 3 ASTART/STOP button.
F22 3 ARain and sunshine sensor, windscreen camera.
F24 5 AParking sensors, panoramic visual aid.
F27 5 AAutomatic gearbox.
F29 20 AAudio and telematic systems.
F32 15 A12 V sockets.
F35 5 AHeadlamp beam height adjustment, heated rear screen, radar.
F36 5 ALighting: glove box, central storage, reading lamps, 
courtesy
  lamps. 
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12 V battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
For access to the (+) terminal:
F 
r
 elease the bonnet using the interior lever, 
then the exterior safety catch,
F
 
r
 aise the bonnet and secure it with its stay,
F
 
l
 ift the plastic cover for access to the (+) 
terminal.
Access to the battery
Procedure for starting the engine using another battery or charging a discharged battery.
Protect your eyes and face before 
handling the battery.
All operations on the battery must be 
carried out in a well ventilated area and 
away from naked flames and sources 
of sparks, so as to avoid the risk of 
explosion or fire.
Wash your hands after wards.
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.
Batteries contain harmful substances 
such as sulphuric acid and lead.
They must be disposed of in 
accordance with regulations and must 
not, in any circumstances, be discarded 
with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and 
vehicle batteries to a special collection 
point.
General points
Lead-acid starter batteries
If your vehicle has an automatic 
gearbox, do not try to start the engine 
by pushing the vehicle.
The (-) battery terminal is not accessible.
A remote earth point is located in the upper 
section under the bonnet (alongside the 
battery). 
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To w i n g
The towing eye is installed in the boot under 
the floor.
The front protective cover opening tool is fixed 
on the towing eye.
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.
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:
-
 
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...
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using the towing eye.
Access to the tools 
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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 using 
the tool fixed on the towing eye.
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. 
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