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dEActIVAtI n G t HE PASSE n GE r' S F
r O nt AI r BAG
The rules for carrying children are
specific to each country. Consult the
current legislation in your country.
Please consult the list of seats approved
in your country. The Isofix mountings, the
rear seats, the passenger airbag and the
deactivation of this airbag depend on the
version sold.
Installation of a child seat
at the rear
rearward facing
When a rearward facing child
seat is installed on a rear
passenger seat, move the
vehicle's front seat forwards and
straighten the backrest so that the rearward
facing child seat does not touch the vehicle's
front seat.
Forward facing
When a forward facing child seat
is installed on a rear passenger
seat, move the vehicle's front
seat forwards and straighten the
backrest so that the legs of the child in the
forward facing child seat do not touch the
vehicle's front seat.
Ensure that the seat belt is correctly
tensioned.
For child seats with a support leg, ensure
that this is in firm contact with the floor.
If necessary, adjust the front seat of
the
vehicle. Refer to the "Safety - Airbags" section.
Never install a rearward facing child
restraint system on a seat protected by
an active front airbag. This could cause the
death of the child or serious injury to them.
The warning label on both sides of the
passenger's sun visor repeats this warning.
As required by current legislation, the
following tables present the warning in all of
the languages needed. If your vehicle is fitted with this function, the
passenger's front airbag setting must be
adjusted using the MO
d E button.
Passenger airbag OFF
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driving advice
distribution of loads: distribute the load in
the trailer so that the heaviest objects are as
close as possible to the axle and the nose
weight is close to the maximum authorised
without, however, exceeding it.
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ooling: towing a trailer on a slope
increases the coolant temperature.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on the
engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to lower the
engine speed and reduce your speed.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
tyres:
check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing
the recommended pressures.
Fitting a towbar
We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their harnesses,
which have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle and that
the fitting of this equipment is entrusted to
a
CITROËN dealer.
These genuine towbars are compatible with
the operation of the rear parking sensors
and the reversing camera, if fitted to your
vehicle.
If this equipment is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer, it must be fitted in line with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Good practice
If the coolant temperature
warning lamp comes on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
Refer to the "Checks - Levels and
checks" section.
Brakes: towing increases the braking
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,
change down early and brake gradually. Side wind: sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a
moderate speed. ABS: the system only controls the vehicle,
not the trailer.
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ear parking sensors: the system is
deactivated while the vehicle is towing with a
genuine CITROËN towbar fitted.
Refer to the "Technical data -
Identification markings" section.
transport solutions
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OtHEr AccESSOrIES
These accessories and parts, having been
tested and approved for reliability and
safety, are all adapted to your vehicle. A
wide range of recommended and genuine
parts is available.
"c omfort":
Air deflectors, insulated module, scented air
fresheners, reading lamp, cigarette lighter,
portable ashtray, non-slip seat cushions,
rear parking sensors...
"Protection":
Mats, mudflaps, vehicle protective cover,
seat covers, security grills for rear door
windows, twin rear security doors with
security locks, paint touch-up... "Security":
Anti-intrusion alarm, vehicle tracking system,
snow chains, non-slip covers, child seats,
first aid kit, warning triangle, high visibility
vest, fire extinguisher, pet safety belt, seat
belt cutter / glass hammer...
"Style":
Alloy wheels...
"Multimedia":
CD player, Wi-Fi on Board, semi-integral
satellite navigation system, hands-free kits,
driving aids, rear multimedia support, DVD
player, navigation mapping update, portable
satellite navigation systems, telephone
carrier, aftermarket digital radio, audio
systems...
"
t
ransport solutions":
T
owbars, towbar wiring harness with
7/13
connector, 7/7 connector, 13 connector,
interior protection kits, non-slip floor, wheel
arch protector, cab dividers, transverse roof
bars, roof racks, ladder for roof rack, roof
loading runners, loading plate for roof rack... Installation of radiocommunication
transmitters
You are advised to contact a CITROËN
dealer before installing accessory
radiocommunication transmitters with
external aerial on your vehicle.
CITROËN dealers can advise you on
the specifications (frequency waveband,
maximum output power, aerial position,
specific installation conditions) of the
transmitters which can be fitted, in
accordance with the Vehicle Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive (2004/104/EC).
The fitting of electrical equipment or
accessories which are not listed by
CITROËN may result in the failure of your
vehicle's electronic system.
We request that you take note of this point
and recommend that you contact a dealer
to be shown the range of recommended
equipment and accessories.
Depending on the country in which the
vehicle is sold or operated, it may be
compulsory to have a high visibility vest,
warning triangle, replacement bulbs and
breathalyzer in the vehicle.
To prevent the mat from becoming
caught under the pedals:
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ensure that the mat and its fixings are
positioned correctly,
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never fit one mat on top of another
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used products
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or fluids
with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to health or
indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into sewers
or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop (France) or to an
authorised waste disposal site.
LEVELS
To maintain the reliability of engines and
emission control systems, the use of
additives in engine oil is prohibited.
If you have to remove/refit the engine
styling cover, handle it with care to
avoid damaging the fixing clips.
d
ipstick
There are two marks on
the dipstick:
topping-up
Remove the dipstick before topping-up.
T
ake the oil filler funnel from the tool box.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Place the oil filler funnel in the filler orifice.
Top-up the oil.
Remove the oil filler funnel from the filler
orifice.
Refit the oil filler cap.
Refit the dipstick.
A
= maximum
If you fill past this mark,
contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
B = minimum
Never allow the level to fall
below this mark.
Warning lamps
These regular maintenance operations
will keep your vehicle in good running
order. Ask for advice from a CITROËN
dealer or consult the manufacturer's service
schedule contained in the handbook pack.
Checking by means of the warning
lamps on the instrument panel is
described in the "Ready to go -
Instruments and controls" section.
Oil level
Check the level regularly and top-
up between changes. The maximum
consumption is 0.5 litre per 600 miles
(1 000 km). Check the level with the vehicle
level, engine cold, using the dipstick.
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Brake pads
Brake pad wear depends on the style of
driving, in particular for vehicles which are
used in town, over short distances. It may
be necessary to check the thickness of the
pads, even between services.
Brake disc wear
For any information on checking the brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.If this warning lamp comes on,
have the brake pad wear checked
by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Parking brake
Where the parking brake travel is too great
or there is a reduction in the performance
of the system, the parking brake should be
adjusted, even between services.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
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. These operations will keep your vehicle
in good running order. Ask for advice
from a CITROËN dealer or refer to the
manufacturer's service schedule included in
the handbook pack.
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Battery
At the start of winter, have your battery
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Air filter and passenger
compartment filter
A clogged passenger compartment filter
may reduce the performance of the
air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours. The replacement
intervals for these components are given in
the maintenance and warranty guide.
Depending on the environment (dusty
atmosphere...) and the use of the vehicle
(urban driving...), change them twice as
often if necessary.
Refer to the "Checks - Under the
bonnet" section.
Oil filter
Change the filter regularly, in accordance
with the manufacturer's service schedule.
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Manual gearbox
Have the level checked in accordance with
the manufacturer's servicing schedule.
Good practice
In order to avoid damaging the
electrical units, we strongly advise you
not to use high pressure washing to clean
the engine compartment.
After washing the vehicle dampness, or in
winter, ice may form on the brake discs and
pads: braking efficiency may be reduced.
Make some light brake applications to dry
and de-ice the brakes. Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent quality
and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of units as
important as the braking system, CITROËN
selects and offers specific products.
diesel fuel filter
The Diesel fuel filter is located under the
bonnet, close to the brake fluid reservoir.
If this warning lamp comes on, the
filter must be bled to remove water.
Y
ou can also bleed the fuel filter
regularly, every time the engine oil
is changed.
Bleeding water from the filter
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Connect a transparent pipe to the head
of the bleed screw 1 .
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Place the other end of the transparent
pipe in a recipient.
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Slacken the bleed screw
2. HDi engines uses advanced
technology. All work must be done by
personnel that have had special training,
which can be ensured by going to a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. -
Switch on the ignition.
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W
ait until the lift pump stops running.
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Switch of
f the ignition.
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T
ighten the bleed screw 2
.
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Remove, then empty the transparent
pipe and the recipient.
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Start the engine.
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Check for the absence of leaks.
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Operating fault
If this alert persists, do not ignore the
warning; it indicates that a fault has occurred
in the exhaust / particle filter system.
Have the whole system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If there is risk of blockage of the
filter, this warning lamp comes on
in the instrument panel.
Saturation /
r
egeneration
Because of the higher exhaust
gas temperature resulting from the
normal operation of the particle filter, it is
recommended that you do not park the
vehicle over inflammable materials (grass,
dry leaves, pine needles,
...) so as to avoid
any risk of fire.
Particle filter system (diesel)
An addition to the catalytic converter, this
filter makes an active contribution to the
preservation of air quality by the retaining
of the unburnt pollutant particles. Black
exhaust fumes are thus no longer emitted.
Operation
This filter, fitted in the exhaust system,
accumulates particles of soot. The engine
management unit controls the automatic
periodic elimination of the soot particles
(regeneration).
The regeneration procedure is invoked
according to the quantity of particles
accumulated and the driving conditions
of the vehicle. During this phase, you
may notice some unusual phenomena -
increased idling speed, cooling fan running,
increase in smoke and higher exhaust gas
temperature
- which does not affect the
operation of the vehicle or the environment. After prolonged idling or driving at very
low speeds, you may occasionally
notice water vapour being emitted from the
exhaust when accelerating. This is of no
consequence to the running of the vehicle or
to the environment. To regenerate the filter, it is advised to drive
as soon as possible, when traffic conditions
and the law permit, at a speed of at least
40 mph (around 60 km/h), with an engine
speed above 2 000 rpm for about fifteen
minutes (until the warning lamp and/or the
message disappears).
If possible, avoid switching off the engine
before the end of regeneration of the
filter; repeated interruptions could cause
premature deterioration of the engine oil. It
is not recommended to end regeneration of
the filter with the vehicle stationary.
This alert tells you that the particle filter
is starting to fill up (in conditions of urban
driving of exceptionally long duration: low
speeds, traffic jams etc.)
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Low fuel level
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In low temperatures
In mountainous and/or cold areas, it is
advisable to use a "winter" type fuel suited
to low or minus temperatures.
With Stop & Start, never refuel with
the system in STOP mode; you must
switch off the ignition with the key. When the fuel tank level E
(Empty) is reached, this warning
lamp comes on.
You then have around 10 to
12 litres in the reserve, depending on the
capacity of the tank and the engine.
Refuel without delay to avoid running out of
fuel.
The fuel tank must be filled with the engine
off.
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Open the fuel filler flap.
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Support the black cap with one hand.
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With the other hand, insert the key
, then
turn it anticlockwise.
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Remove the black cap and hook it onto
the clip located on the inside of the flap. A label affixed to the inside of the flap
reminds you of the type of fuel to be used.
When filling the fuel tank, do not continue
after the 3rd cut-off of the nozzle. This could
cause malfunctions.
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After filling the fuel tank, lock the black
cap and close the flap.
BlueH d i and AdBlue
The blue cap is only present on BlueHDi
Diesel versions.
For more information, refer to the "AdBlue"
section.
To understand the significance of the
precautions mentioned on the labels,
refer to the "Quick help - Label glossary"
section.
The capacity of the fuel tank is
approximately 90
litres.
Fuel tanks of different capacities may be
fitted, 60 and 120 litres, depending on the
engine.
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