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Operating limits
In the following cases, deactivating the
system via the vehicle's configuration menu is
recommended:
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hen towing a trailer or caravan,
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hen a load on the roof rack extends
beyond the windscreen (for example: long
objects),
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hen the vehicle is being towed, with the
engine running,
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hen a "space-saver" type spare wheel is
fitted (if your vehicle has one),
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hen on a rolling road for a ser vice in a
workshop,
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hen in an automatic car wash,
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f the brake lamps are not working. Because of limits in the operation of the
system, it is possible that warnings are
not given, are given too late or seem
unjustified. Consequently, always stay
alert and be prepared to react at any time
to avoid an accident.Collision Risk Alert
Depending on the degree of risk of collision
detected by the system and the alert threshold
chosen, different levels of alert can be
triggered and displayed in the instrument panel
or the head-up display.
This information also appears in the
head-up display. For more information
on the Head-up display, refer to the
corresponding section.
Level 1 : visual alert only, warning
you that the vehicle ahead is very
close.
A message is displayed warning you
to be vigilant when approaching the
target vehicle. This level of alert is based on the inter-vehicle
time between your vehicle and the vehicle in
front.
Level 2: visual and audible alert,
warning you that a collision is
imminent.
A message indicating that you
should brake is displayed.
This level of alert is based on the time before
collision. It takes account of the vehicle
dynamics, the speed of your vehicle and the
one in front, the environmental conditions, the
operation of the vehicle (cornering, pedals
pressed, etc.) to trigger the alert at the best
moment.
After an impact, the function automatically
stops operating. Consult a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop to have the
system checked.
Where the speed of your vehicle is too
high approaching another vehicle, the first
level of alert may not be displayed: the
level 2 alert may be displayed directly.
Furthermore, the level 1
alert is never
displayed with the " Close" threshold.
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With audio system
To deactivate the system:
With the touch screen
In the "Driving/Vehicle " menu,
activate/deactivate " Blind spot
monitoring ".
The system state remains in memory
when the ignition is switched off. The system is automatically deactivated
when towing with a towbar approved by
CITROËN.
Operating fault
To activate the system:
F
P
ress this button, its indicator
lamp comes on, the system is
activated.
F

P
ress this button, its indicator
lamp goes off, the system is
deactivated. Depending on your vehicle's equipment:
or
The warning lamp in this button
flashes and a message appears,
accompanied by an audible signal.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. The system may suffer temporary
interference in certain weather conditions
(rain, hail, etc.).
In particular, driving on a wet sur face
or moving from a dry area to a wet area
can cause false alerts (for example, the
presence of a fog of water droplets in
the blind spot angle is interpreted as a
vehicle).
In bad or wintry weather, ensure that the
sensors are not covered with mud, ice or
snow.
Take care not to cover the warning zone in
the door mirrors or the detection zones on
the front and rear bumpers with adhesive
labels or other objects; they may hamper
the correct operation of the system.
High pressure jet wash
When washing your vehicle, do not place
the tip of the lance within 30
cm of the
sensors as other wise there is a risk of
damaging them.
In the event of a fault, these warning lamps
flash.
Activation/Deactivation
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Towing a trailer
We recommend using genuine CITROËN
towbars and their harnesses that have
been tested and approved from the
design stage of your vehicle, and having a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
fit the towbar.
If the towbar is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer, it must still be fitted in accordance
with the vehicle manufacturer's
instructions.Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
requires extra care from the driver.
Please respect the maximum authorised
towable weights indicated on the
registration certificate or in your vehicle’s
technical data.
For more information on Driving advice
,
particularly when towing, refer to the
corresponding section.
Energy economy mode
System which manages the duration of use of
certain functions to conser ve a sufficient level
of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can still use
functions such as the audio and telematics
system, windscreen wipers, dipped beam
headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc. for a
maximum combined duration of about forty
minutes.
Switching to this mode
A message appears in the instrument panel
screen indicating that the vehicle has switched
to economy mode and the active functions are
put on standby.
If a telephone call is being made at this
time, it will be maintained for around
10
minutes with the hands-free kit of your
audio system.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.
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Practical information

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Opening
Storage
F Refit the cover on the box and clip fixings B.
F
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osition the box with the front inclined
upwards.
F

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o take it past bar 2 , push the box in and
down. F

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o take it past bar 1
, raise the box slightly
then push it fully in.
F
O
nce the box is fully home
in its housing,
push it against the floor carpet then slide
latches A outwards to secure it.
Pull on the box to check that it is secure in
its housing.
With a temporary puncture
repair kit
F Unclip fixings B on the cover, then open it for access to the tools.
1.12
V compressor.
Contains a sealant cartridge for the
temporary repair of a tyre and can also
be used for adjusting tyre pressures.
2. Towing eye.
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These tools are specific to your vehicle
and may vary according to its equipment.
Do not use them for any other purpose.
1.
Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel bolts and raising/
lowering the jack.
2. Jack.
Used to raise the vehicle.
3. Wheel bolt cap/hub cap removal tools.
If your vehicle is fitted with it, it removes
the wheel bolt head covers on alloy
wheels or the hub cap on steel wheels.
4. Socket for the wheel security bolts.For
adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
5. Towing eye.
Temporary puncture
repair kit
This kit comprises a compressor and a sealant
cartridge.
It allows the temporary repair of a tyre.
You are then able to go to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.
Its compressor can be used to check and
adjust the pressure of the tyre.
Access to the kit
For more information on the Tool box ,
refer to the corresponding section.
List of tools
These tools are specific to your vehicle and
may vary according to the level of equipment.
Do not use them for any other purposes.
This kit is stowed in the tool box. 1.
12
V compressor.
Contains a sealant cartridge for the
temporary repair of a tyre and can also
be used for adjusting tyre pressures.
2. Towing eye.
For more information on To w i n g , refer to
the corresponding section.
With a spare wheel
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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.
Spare wheel
Access to the tools
For more information on the Tool box ,
refer to the corresponding section.
List of tools
F Connect the compressor's electrical connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.
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tart the vehicle and leave the engine
running.
F

A
djust the pressure using the compressor
(to inflate: switch B in position I; to deflate:
switch B in position O and press button C ),
according to the vehicle's tyre pressure
label.
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emove the kit then stow it. 1.
Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel bolts and raising/
lowering the jack.
2. Jack.
Used to raise the vehicle.
3. Wheel bolt cover/trim removal tool.
If your vehicle is fitted with it, it removes
the wheel bolt covers on alloy wheels or
the hub cap on steel wheels.
4. Socket for the wheel security bolts.
For adapting the wheelbrace to the
special "security" bolts.
5. Towing eye.
The tools are stowed in the tool box.
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Do not force the lever as locking will not
be possible if the clamp is not positioned
correctly; start the procedure again.
Following reconnection of the
battery
Following reconnection of the battery, turn on
the ignition and wait 1 minute before starting
the engine, in order to enable the electronic
systems to initialise.
However, if minor problems persist following
this operation, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you
must reinitialise certain systems yourself, such
as:
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he remote control or electronic key
(depending on version),
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he electric windows,
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he electric doors,
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he date and time,
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he radio preset 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).
Battery capacity
Vehicle length
Rating in Ah
(Ampere hours)
XS 480
M 640
XL 720
/ 800
Always replace the battery with one of
equivalent specification.
F

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ush clamp B fully down.
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ower lever A to lock clamp B
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To w i n g
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or
for towing another vehicle using a removable
towing eye.
Access to the tools
For more information on the Tool box ,
refer to the corresponding section.
The towing eye is stowed in the tool box.
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With a manual gearbox, move the gear
lever into neutral.
With an automatic or electronic gearbox,
place the gear selector into position N.
Failure to adhere to this specification
may lead to damage to braking system
components and the lack of braking
assistance on restarting the engine.
Towing your vehicle Towing another vehicle
F In the front bumper, slide a finger from the
centre of the cover plate to the upper corner
(as shown above) to unclip it.
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crew the towing eye in fully, until it reaches
a stop. F

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nstall the towbar.
F
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witch on the hazard warning lamps on the
towed vehicle.
F
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ove off gently and drive slowly over a
short distance only. 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
fast 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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available.
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n the rear bumper, press the cover (as
shown above) to unclip it.
F
S
crew the towing eye in fully, until it reaches
a stop.
F
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nstall the towbar.
F
S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on the
towed vehicle.
F M ove off gently and drive slowly over a
short distance only.
In the event of a breakdown