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Access
2Risk of explosion or leaking of 
inflammable liquid or gas!
Do not use in/store in/place in an environment 
where the temperature is extremely high or 
where the pressure is extremely low due to 
very high altitude.
Do not try to burn, crush or cut a used battery.
Reinitialising the remote 
control
Following replacement of the battery or in 
the event of a fault, it may be necessary to 
reinitialise the remote control.
Without Keyless Entry and Start 
 
► Switch the ignition off.
►  T urn the key to position 2 (Ignition on) .
►
 
Immediately press the closed padlock button 
for a few seconds. ►
 
Switch off the ignition and remove the key 
from the ignition switch.
The remote control is now fully operational 
again.
 
 
► Insert the mechanical key (incorporated into 
the remote control) into the lock to open the 
vehicle.
►
 
Place the electronic key against the back-up 
reader on the steering column and hold it there 
until the ignition is switched on.
►
 
W
 ith a manual gearbox, place the gear lever 
in neutral then fully depress the clutch pedal.
►
 
W
 ith an automatic gearbox,  while in mode 
P, depress the brake pedal.
►
 
Switch on the ignition by pressing the 
"
START/STOP" button.
If the fault persists after reinitialisation, contact a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without 
delay.
Central locking / unlocking
This function enables the doors to be locked or  unlocked simultaneously from inside the vehicle.
 
 
 
 
When locking/deadlocking from the 
outside
When the vehicle is locked or deadlocked 
from the outside, the indicator lamp flashes 
and the button is deactivated.
►
 
After normal locking, pull one of the 
interior door controls to unlock the vehicle.
►
 
After deadlocking, you must use the 
remote control, the "Keyless Entry and 
Start" system or the built-in key to unlock the 
vehicle.
Manual mode
► Press this button to lock / unlock the 
vehicle.
Driving with the doors locked could make 
it difficult for the emergency services to 
enter the vehicle in an emergency.   
     
        
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Practical information
7Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap 
and top up to the required level.
Vehicle with electric motorDo not top up the coolant. 
If the level is close to or below 
the  "MIN"   mark, it is essential to contact a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Screenwash fluid
Top up to the required level when  necessary.
Capacity of the tank:
–
 
5.3 litres for "very cold climate" versions.
–
 
2.2 litres for other versions.
Fluid specification
The fluid must be topped up with a pre-mixed 
product.
In winter (temperatures below zero), a fluid 
containing an anti-freeze agent which is 
appropriate for the temperature conditions 
must be used in order to protect the system's 
components (pump, tank, ducts, jets).
Filling with pure water is prohibited in all 
circumstances (risk of freezing, 
limescale, etc.).
Diesel fuel additive (Diesel 
with particle filter)
On reaching the minimum level in 
the particle filter additive tank, one 
of these warning lamps comes on fixed, 
accompanied by an audible signal and a warning 
message.
Topping up
The topping up of this additive must be carried 
out quickly.
Visit a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
AdBlue® (BlueHDi)
An alert is triggered when the reserve level is 
reached.
For more information on the  Indicators and in 
particular the AdBlue range indicators, refer to 
the corresponding section.
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised in 
accordance with regulations, you must top up the 
AdBlue tank.
For more information on  AdBlue
® (BlueHDi), 
and in particular the supply of AdBlue, refer to 
the corresponding section.
Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these 
components in accordance with the 
manufacturer's service schedule and according 
to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a CITROËN 
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Only use products recommended by 
CITROËN or products of equivalent 
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of 
components as important as those in the 
braking system, CITROËN selects and offers 
very specific products.
12 V battery
The battery does not require any  maintenance.
Check regularly that the terminals are correctly 
tightened (versions without quick-release 
terminals) and that the connections are clean.
For more information on the precautions 
to take before any work on the 12   V 
battery, refer to the corresponding section.
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are 
fitted with a 12   V lead-acid battery with 
special technology and specifications.
Its replacement should be carried out only by 
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.   
     
        
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In the event of a breakdown
After changing a rear direction indicator bulb, the reinitialisation time is 
approximately 2 minutes or more.
Number plate lamps
Type A, W5W - 5W
With side-hinged doors
 
 
► Unclip the interior trim.
►  Disconnect the connector by moving aside 
its tab.
►
 
T
 urn the bulb holder a quarter turn 
anti-clockwise.
►
 
Change the bulb.
►
 
Put the bulb holder back in place and 
reconnect the connector
.
►
 
Put the trim back in place.
With tailgate
 
 
► Move aside the plastic lens using a 
screwdriver .
► Change the bulb.
►  Reposition the plastic lens and press it in.
Third brake lamp
Type A, W16W - 16W 
 
– Unscrew the two nuts.
–  Push the rods.
–
 
If necessary
 , disconnect the connector to 
remove the lamp.
–
 
Replace the bulb.
Fuses
Changing a fuse
All work must be carried out only by a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
The replacement of a fuse by a third party 
could cause a serious malfunction of the 
vehicle.
Installing electrical accessories
The vehicle's electrical system is 
designed to operate with standard or optional 
equipment.
Before fitting other electrical equipment 
or accessories to your vehicle, contact a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
CITROËN accepts no responsibility for 
the cost incurred in repairing the vehicle 
or for rectifying malfunctions resulting from 
the installation of accessories not supplied or 
not recommended by CITROËN and not 
installed in accordance with its 
recommendations, in particular when the 
combined power consumption of all of the 
additional equipment connected exceeds 10 
milliamperes.
12 V battery /  Accessory 
battery
Procedure for starting the engine using another 
battery or for charging a discharged battery.
Lead-acid starter batteries
These batteries contain harmful 
substances (sulphuric acid and lead).
They must be disposed of in accordance 
with regulations and must never under any