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This supplements the audible signal by
displaying bars in the screen which move
progressively nearer to the vehicle.
When the obstacle is very close, the "Danger"
symbol is displayed in the screen.
Deactivation/Activation
The function is deactivated or activated via the
vehicle configuration menu.
With audio system
The parking assistance can
be configured in the menu
"Personalisation – Configuration "
menu.
With touch screen
The parking assistance can be
configured in the Driving / Vehicle
menu.
The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed or
a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle fitted with
a towbar or bicycle carrier recommended
by CITROËN).
Operating fault
In the event of a system fault when
engaging reverse gear, this warning
light is displayed in the instrument
panel and/or a message appears
in the screen, accompanied by an
audible signal (short beep).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop to have the
system checked. In bad or wintry weather, ensure that the
sensors are not covered with mud, ice or
snow. When reverse gear is engaged, an
audible signal (long beep) indicates that
the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger
the audible signals of the parking sensor
system.
Visual assistance
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Changing a wiper blade
Before removing a
windscreen wiper
F Within one minute after switching off the ignition, operate the wiper stalk to position
the wiper blades in the middle of the
windscreen (maintenance position).
Removing
F Lift the corresponding wiper arm away from the windscreen.
F

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nclip and remove the wiper blade.
Fitting
F Position and clip the new wiper blade to the arm.
F

C
arefully lower the wiper arm.
After reassembling a
windscreen wiper
F Switch on the ignition.
F O perate the wiper stalk again to park the
wiper blades.
Towing a trailer
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.
We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their harnesses
that have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
the fitting of the towbar is entrusted to a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer, it must still be fitted in accordance
with the vehicle manufacturer's
instructions.
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Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
For more information on Driving
recommendations, particularly when
towing, refer to the corresponding section.
Please observe the maximum authorised
towed weights, indicated on the
registration certificate or in your vehicle’s
technical data.
For more information on Weights (and the
towed loads which apply to your vehicle)
refer to the corresponding section.
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.Very cold climate
screen(s)
(Depending on the country of sale.)
Removable screen(s) which prevent snow
accumulating at the radiator cooling fan.
Depending on the version, you have one or two
screens.
Before fitting or removing a screen,
ensure that the engine is off and the
cooling fan has stopped.
Fitting
F Place the very cold climate screen in front of the front bumper.
F

P
ress around its edge to engage its fixing
clips one by one.
Removing
F Use a screwdriver as a lever to release each of the fixings of each screen in turn.
It is essential to remove the very cold
climate screen (or screens) in case of:
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hen the exterior temperature exceeds
10°C,
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hen towing,
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t speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Advice on care and
maintenance
Recommendations on the care and
maintenance of your vehicle are given in the
Maintenance and Warranty Guide.
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Bonnet
Opening
Do not open the bonnet when there is a
very strong wind.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the stay with
care (risk of burns).
Closing
F Take the stay out of the support slot.
F C lip the stay in its housing.
F

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ower the bonnet and release it near the
end of its travel.
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ull on the bonnet to check that it is fully
latched. The location of the interior bonnet release
lever prevents opening of the bonnet when
the left-hand front door is shut.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the stay with
care (risk of burns), using the protected
area.
When the bonnet is open, take care not to
damage the safety catch.
Do not open the bonnet in very windy
conditions.
Before doing anything under the bonnet,
deactivate the Stop & Start system to
avoid any risk of injury resulting from an
automatic change to START mode.
The cooling fan may star t after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles and clothing that might be
caught by the fan blades.
Due to the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, etc.) be limited.
F

P

ull the interior release lever, located in the
lower dashboard, towards you.
F
P
ush the exterior safety catch to the left and
raise the bonnet. F

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nclip the bonnet stay from its housing.
F
F
ix the stay in the notch to hold the bonnet
open.
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On a new vehicle, the first particle
filter regeneration operations may be
accompanied by a "burning" smell, which
is per fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does not
affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the
environment.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Brake pads
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.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Brake disc wear
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must
be checked, even between two
services.
This system must be 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 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.
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The vehicle's electrical system allows the
connection of the compressor for long
enough to inflate a tyre after a puncture
repair.
Composition of the kit
1.12 V compressor, with built-in pressure
gauge.
2. Bottle of sealant, with built-in hose.
3. Speed limit sticker.
The speed limit sticker must be secured
to the interior of the vehicle in the driver's
field of vision, to remind you that a wheel
is in temporary use. Do not exceed a speed of 50
mph
(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre repaired
using this type of kit.
Repair procedure
F Switch off the ignition.
F S ecure the speed limit sticker inside the
vehicle.
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ncoil the pipe stowed under the
compressor.
Avoid removing any foreign bodies which
have penetrated into the tyre.
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onnect the pipe from the compressor to
the bottle of sealant. F

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emove the valve cap from the tyre to be
repaired, and place it in a clean area.
F

T
urn the sealant bottle over and secure it in
the cut-out provided on the compressor.
F

C
onnect the hose from the bottle of sealant
to the valve of the tyre to be repaired and
tighten firmly.
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F Check that the compressor switch is at the "O " position.
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ncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
If after around five to seven minutes the
pressure of 2
bars is not attained, this
indicates that the tyre is not repairable;
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.
F

P
lace the switch in the "O" position.
F

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emove the kit.Take care, the sealant product is harmful
if swallowed and causes irritation to the
eyes.
Keep this product out of the reach of
children.
The use-by date is marked on the bottle.
After use, do not discard the bottle by the
roadside, take it to a CITROËN dealer or
an authorised waste disposal site.
Don't forget to obtain a new bottle of
sealant, available from a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Checking / adjusting tyre
pressures
You can also use the compressor,
without injecting sealant, to check and, if
necessary, adjust the tyre pressures.
F

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emove the valve cap from the tyre and
place it in a clean area.
F

C

onnect the compressor's electrical
connector to the vehicle's 12

V socket.
F

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witch on the ignition. F

S

witch on the compressor by moving the
switch to the position " I" until the tyre
pressure reaches 2.0

bars. The sealant is
injected under pressure into the tyre; do not
disconnect the hose from the valve during
this operation (risk of splashing). F

S
top to check the repair and the tyre
pressure using the kit.
F

D

rive immediately for approximately three
miles (five kilometres), at reduced speed
(between 15

and 35

mph (20

and 60

km/h)),
to plug the puncture.
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F Check that the compressor switch is at the "O " position.
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ncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
F

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ncoil the pipe stowed under the
compressor.
F
S
crew the pipe onto the valve and tighten
f i r m l y.
F
C
onnect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12
V socket. F

S
witch on the ignition.
F
S
witch on the compressor by moving the
switch to the position " I" and adjust the
pressure as shown on the vehicle tyre
pressure label. To deflate: press the black
button on the compressor hose by the valve
connector.
F

O
nce the correct pressure is reached, move
the switch to the " O" position.
F

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emove the kit then stow it.Tyre under-inflation detection
Should the pressure of one or more tyres
be adjusted, it is necessary to reinitialise
the under-inflation detection system.
For more information on Under-inflation
detection
, refer to the corresponding
section. After a tyre repair, the warning
lamp will remain on until the
system is reinitialised.
For more information on Tyre under-
inflation detection , refer to the
corresponding section.
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In the event of a breakdown