2018 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS towing

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F The assisted parking manoeuvre is in progress.
Without exceeding 4
mph (7 km/h), follow
the instructions displayed in the instrument
panel, aided by the warnings from the
"Parking sensors" function until completion
of the manoeuvre is indicated. During a bay parking manoeuvre, the Park
Assist system is automatically deactivated
once the rear of the vehicle is within 50
cm
of an obstacle.
The end of the manoeuvre is confirmed by a
message and an audible signal.
The assistance is deactivated: you can take
over control. During parking and exit from parking
manoeuvres, the Top Rear Vision Camera
function may come into operation. This
facilitates monitoring of the surroundings
of the vehicle by displaying additional
information on the touch screen.
For more information on the To p
Rear Vision Camera
, refer to the
corresponding section.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated by pressing the
control.
The system is deactivated automatically:
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n switching off the ignition,
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f the engine stalls,
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f no manoeuvre is per formed within
5
minutes of selecting the type of
manoeuvre,
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fter a prolonged stop of the vehicle during
a manoeuvre, -

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f the wheel anti-slip regulation (ASR) is
triggered,
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f the speed of the vehicle exceeds the
stated limit,
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hen the driver interrupts movement of the
steering wheel,
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fter 4 manoeuvre cycles,
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n opening the driver's door,
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f one of the front wheels encounters an
obstacle.
Deactivation is confirmed by a message and an
audible signal.
The driver should then take back control of the
vehicle's steering.
If the system is deactivated during a
manoeuvre, the driver must reactivate it to
resume the current measurement.
Deactivation
The system is switched off automatically:
- w hen towing a trailer, connected electrically,
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f the driver's door is opened,
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f the speed of the vehicle is above 45 mph
(70
km/h).
To switch the system off for a prolonged period,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Driving

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Before each use
Check that the ball joint is correctly fitted,
verifying the follow points:
- the green mark on the star wheel is in
line with the white mark on the towball,
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he star wheel is in contact with the
towball (position A ),
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he security key lock is on and the key
removed; the star wheel can no longer
be operated,
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he towball must not be able to move in
its carrier; test by shaking it with your
hand.
If the towball is not locked, the trailer can
detach – Risk of accident! During use
Never release the locking system with a
trailer or load carrier on the towball.
Never exceed the maximum authorised
weight for the vehicle – the Gross Train
Weight or GTW.
It is essential that the maximum
authorised load be complied with on the
towing device: if it is exceeded, this device
may detach from the vehicle - Risk of
accident!
Check that the trailer lamps work
c o r r e c t l y.
Before setting off, check the adjustment of
the headlamp beam height.
For more information on Headlamp
adjustment
, refer to the corresponding
section.
Following use
When travelling without a trailer or load
on a towbar-mounted carrier, the towball
must be removed and the protective plug
inserted in the carrier. This measure
applies particularly where the towball
might obscure visibility of the number
plate or its lighting.Fitting the towball
F Below the rear bumper, remove the protective plug 2 from the carrier 1 .
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nsert the end of the towball 5 into the
carrier 1 and push it upwards; the locking
will take place automatically.
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F Hold the towball 5 firmly in one hand; using the other hand, pull and turn star wheel 6
fully in a clockwise direction; do not release
the star wheel.
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emove the cap from the lock.
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nsert the key into the lock 7
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pen the lock using the key.
F Extract the towball from the bottom of its
carrier 1.
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elease the star wheel; this automatically stops
in the unlocked position and the red mark on
the star wheel lines up with the white mark on
the towball (position B ).
Maintenance
Correct operation is only possible if the towball
and its carrier are kept clean.
Before cleaning the vehicle with a high-
pressure jet wash, the towball must be removed
and the protective plug fitted to the carrier.
Apply the label provided to a clearly visible
area, close to the carrier or in the boot.
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for any work on the towbar
system.
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efit protective plug 2 to carrier 1
.
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arefully stow the towball in its bag away
from knocks and dirt.
Towing device
Load distribution
F D istribute 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
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it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. The maximum
load which can be towed must be reduced by
10% per 1,000
metres of altitude.
Use towing devices and their genuine
harnesses approved by CITROËN. It is
recommended that the installation be
per formed by 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.
Certain driving assistance or manoeuvring
assistance functions are automatically
disabled if an approved towbar is used.
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Repair procedure
F Park the vehicle without obstructing any traffic and apply the parking brake.
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ollow the safety instructions (hazard warning
lamps, warning triangle, wearing high visibility
vest, etc.) according to the legislation in force
in the country where you are driving.
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witch off the ignition.
F Uncoil the pipe stowed under the compressor.
Access to the kit
This kit is installed in the storage box, under
the boot floor.
List of tools
1. Temporary puncture repair kit.
Contains a sealant cartridge for the
temporary repair of a tyre and can also be
used for adjusting tyre pressures.
2. Socket for the security bolts (located in the
glove box or in the tool box) (depending on
ve r s i o n).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
3. Removable towing eye.
4. Flat blade screwdriver.
Allows the cover plate on the front or
rear bumper to be opened to screw in the
removable towing eye 3.
For more information on Towing the vehicle
and using the removable towing eye, refer to
the corresponding section.
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.
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List of tools
1.Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel bolts.
2. Jack with integrated handle.
Used to raise the vehicle.
3. Wheel bolt cover removal tool.
Removes the central bolt covers on alloy
wheels.
4. Removable towing eye.
5. Socket for the security bolts (located in the
glove box or in the tool box) (depending on
country of sale).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts. 6.
Flat blade screwdriver.
Allows the cover plate on the front or
rear bumper to be opened to screw in the
removable towing eye 4 .
For more information on To w i n g , refer to the
corresponding section.
All of these tools are specific to your
vehicle and may vary according to the
level of equipment.
Do not use them for any other purposes.
The jack must only be used to change a
wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.
Do not use any jack other than the one
supplied with this vehicle.
If the vehicle does not have its original jack,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to obtain the correct jack for it.
The jack meets European standards,
as defined in the Machinery
Directive


2006/42/EC.
The jack does not require any
maintenance.
Access to the tools
The tools are located in the boot. Depending on
version, they are either under the floor or behind
the removable grille of the right compartment.
To gain access to them:
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pen the boot,
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hen, depending on version, lift the floor using
the grip, remove it and remove the carpet.
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r, open the removable grille to the right by
pulling from the top.
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Stowing the damaged wheel
Since the width of the spare wheel is
smaller than the width of the wheels of
the vehicle, in the event of a puncture, the
punctured wheel must be stored in the
boot: use a cover to protect the inside of
the boot.
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emove the bolts and store them in a clean
place.
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emove the wheel.
Fitting a wheelAfter changing a wheel
Do not exceed 50
mph (80 km/h) when
driving with the "space-saver" type spare
wheel fitted.
Visit a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible to have the
tightness of the bolts and the pressure of
the spare wheel checked.
Have the punctured wheel checked. After
inspection, the technician will let you know
if the tyre can be repaired or if it must be
replaced.
List of operations
Fitting the " space-saver " spare wheel
If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,
when tightening the bolts on fitting it is
normal to notice that the washers do not
come into contact with the "space-saver"
spare wheel. The wheel is secured by the
conical contact of each bolt. F

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ut the wheel in place on the hub.
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crew in the bolts by hand as far as
possible.
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f your vehicle is so equipped, pre-tighten
the security bolt using the wheelbrace 1
fitted with the security socket 5.
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For right-hand drive vehicles, when the
total distance recorder has reached
37 miles (60 km), it is necessary to wait
around 15
minutes before starting the
engine.
However, if minor problems persist following
this operation, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you
must yourself reinitialise or reset certain
systems, such as:
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he key with remote control or electronic key
(depending on version),
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he sunroof and its electric blind,
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he electric windows,
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he date and time,
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he preset radio stations. The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a continuous
period of immobilisation of the vehicle,
a period which depends on the exterior
temperature and the state of charge of the
battery (up to about 8
hours).To w i n g
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for
towing another vehicle using the towing eye.
Access to the tools
The tools are located in the boot. Depending
on version, they are either under the floor or
behind the removable grille of the right-hand
compartment.
To gain access to them:
F
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pen the boot,
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hen, depending on version, lift the floor
using the grip, remove it and remove the
carpet.
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r, open the removable grille to the right by
pulling from the top.
List of tools
1. Flat blade screwdriver.
Allows the cover plate on the front or
rear bumper to be opened to screw in the
removable towing eye 1.
2. Removable towing eye.
Towing your vehicle
F On the front bumper, unclip the cover from
below using the flat blade screwdriver 1 .
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crew in the towing eye 2 , until it tightens
fully.
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General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your
c o u nt 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 the vehicle is towed with its engine
off, there is no longer braking and steering
assistance.
In the following cases, you must always
call on a professional recovery ser vice:
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ehicle broken down on a motor way or
main road,
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our-wheel drive vehicle,
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hen it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking brake,
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owing with only two wheels on the
ground,
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here there is no approved towbar
available.
Failure to obser ve 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.
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nlock the steering and release the parking
brake.
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witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
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et off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
Towing another vehicle
F On the rear bumper, unclip the cover from below using the flat blade screwdriver 1 .
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crew in the towing eye 2 , until it tightens
fully.
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nstall the towbar.
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witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
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et off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
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nstall the towbar.
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ith a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
into neutral.
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ith an automatic gearbox, place the gear
selector into position N .
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