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General points relating to
child seats
The regulations on carrying children are
specific to each country. Refer to the
legislation in force in your country.
For maximum safety, please obser ve the
following recommendations:
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n accordance with European regulations,
all children under the age of 12
or less
than one and a
half metres tall must
travel in approved child seats suited to
their weight , on seats fitted with a
seat belt
or ISOFIX mountings,
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tatistically, the safest seats in your
vehicle for carr ying children are the rear
seats,
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a c
hild weighing less than 9 kg must
travel in the rear ward facing position
both in the front and in the rear.
It is recommended that children travel on
the rear seats of your vehicle:
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re
arward facing up to the age of 3,
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fo
rward facing over the age of 3. The incorrect installation of a
child seat in
a

vehicle compromises the protection of
the child in the event of an accident.
Strictly obser ve the fitting instructions
provided with the child seat.
Child seat at the rear
"Rearward facing"
When a "rear ward facing" child seat is installed
on a rear passenger seat , move the vehicle's
front seat for ward and straighten the backrest
so that the rear ward facing child seat does not
touch the vehicle's front seat.
"Forward facing"
When a "for ward facing" child seat is installed
on a rear passenger seat , move the vehicle's
front seat for ward and straighten the backrest
so that the legs of the child in the for ward
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 passenger seat.
Centre rear seat
A child seat with a support leg must never be
i nstalled on the centre rear passenger seat .
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Installing a child seat attached with the seat belt
In accordance with European regulations, this table indicates the options for installing child seats secured using a seat belt and universally approved
(a ) according to the weight of the child and the seating position in the vehicle:
Weight of the child and indicative age
Seat Under 13
kg
(groups 0
(b) a n d 0 +)
Up to about 1
year old9 -18


kg
(g r o u p 1)
From about 1 to 3
years old15 -25


kg
(group 2)
From about 3 to 6
years old22-36
kg
(group 3)
From about 6 to 10
years old
Front passenger seat (c) with
height adjustment (e) U(R)
U(R)U(R)U(R)
Front passenger seat (c)
without height adjustment (e) U
UUU
Rear outer seats (d) UUUU
Centre rear seat (d) U (f )U (f ) UU
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Summary table of locations for ISOFIX child seats
In line with European regulations, this table indicates the options for installing ISOFIX child seats on the vehicle seats fitted with ISOFIX mountings.
In the case of universal and semi-universal ISOFIX child seats, the ISOFIX size category, determined by a letter from A to G, is indicated on the child
seat next to the ISOFIX logo.
Weight of the child and indicative age
Less than 10
kg
(group 0)
Up to about 6
monthsLess than 10
kg (group 0)
Less than 13
kg
(group 0+)
Up to 1
year approxFrom 9
to 18 kg (group 1)
From about 1
to 3 years old
Type of ISOFIX child seat Carr ycotRearward facing Rearward facing Forward facing
ISOFIX size categor y F G C D E C D A B B1
ISOFIX child seats universal and semi-
universal which can be installed on the rear outer seats X
XIL- SU* XIL- SU* IUF
IL- SU
IL- SU: seat suitable for the installation of
an Isofix S emi-Universal seat which
can be:
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"
rear ward facing" fitted with an
upper strap or a
support leg,
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"
for ward facing" fitted with
a
support leg,
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a c
arrycot fitted with an upper
strap or a
support leg.
For advice on securing the upper strap refer to
the "ISOFIX mountings" section. X:
seat not suitable for the installation of
a
child seat or an ISOFIX carrycot for the
weight group indicated.
Remove and stow the head restraint
before installing a
child seat with
a
backrest on a passenger seat. Refit the
head restraint once the child seat has
been removed.
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T
o install a child seat at the rear, rear ward
facing, move the front seat for ward, then
straighten the backrest to allow enough
room for the child seat and the child's legs.
I UF: seating position suitable for the
installation of an I sofix Universal seat,
F or ward facing secured using the
"TOP TETHER" upper strap.
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In case of towing
Driving with a trailer places greater
d emands on the towing vehicle and
requires extra care from the driver.
Distribution of loads
F Distribute 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 exceeding
it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. The maximum
towed load must be reduced by 10% for every
1,000
metres of altitude.
Please respect the maximum towable
weights.
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity to wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
t emperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
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T
o lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towable load on an incline
depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature.
In all cases, keep a
check on the coolant
temperature.
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f this warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.
New vehicle
Do not pull a trailer before having driven at least
approximately 600


miles (1,000

kilometres).
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
T o avoid overheating of the brakes, the use of
engine braking is recommended.
Ty r e s
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
F Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer and the headlamp beam height
of your vehicle.
For more information on Headlamp
beam height adjustment , refer to the
corresponding section.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically to avoid
the audible signal if a
genuine
DS
AUTOMOBILES towbar is used.
If the exterior temperature is high, it is
recommended that the engine be allowed
to idle for 1
to 2 minutes after the vehicle
comes to a
stop, to facilitate its cooling.
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To w b a r
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
manufacturer 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 the
dealer network or a
qualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted in the dealer
network, 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 the
driver must take particular care.
For more information on Driving advice ,
particularly when towing, refer to the
corresponding section.
Observe the maximum authorised towable
weight, indicated on your vehicle's
registration certificate, the manufacturer's
label as well as in the Technical data
section of this guide.
Complying with the maximum
authorised nose weight (ball joint) also
includes the use of accessories (bicycle
carriers, towbar cargo carriers, etc.).
The maximum authorised nose weight
does not depend on the type of device
installed, fixed or removable, with or
without a
tool.
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.
PERFORMANCE towbar
Your vehicle cannot be fitted with a towbar. The
s ize of the sport diffuser does not allow it.
Load reduction mode
System which manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as air conditioning,
heated rear screen, etc.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
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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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w
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.Towing your vehicle
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. F

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nlock the steering by turning the ignition
key one notch 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 and drive slowly for a short
distance.
Towing another vehicle
F In the front bumper, unclip the access cover by pulling successively on the two tabs,
using a


screwdriver.
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urn the access cover.
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emove the cover completely by pressing
the plastic diamond on the lower part.
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P
lace the flap in the boot.
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crew the towing eye in fully.
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nstall the towbar.
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M
ove the gear lever into neutral (position N
for an electronic or automatic gearbox). F

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n the rear bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at the bottom.
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crew the towing eye in 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 and drive slowly for a short
distance.
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Characteristics of engines
and towed loads
Engines
The engine specifications (capacity, max.
power, max. speed, energy, CO
2 emissions,
e
tc.) for your vehicle are given in the
registration document and in the sales
literature.
These characteristics correspond to the values
type-approved on a

test bed, under conditions
defined in European legislation
(Directive 1999/99/EC).
For more information, contact the dealer
network or a

qualified workshop.
Weights and towed loads
The maximum weights and towed loads for
your vehicle are given in the registration
document and in the sales literature.
These values are also given on the
manufacturer's plate or label.
For more information, contact the dealer
network or a qualified workshop. The GTW and towed load values indicated are
valid up to a
maximum altitude of 1,000 metres.
The towed load value must be reduced by 10%
for each additional 1,000 metres of altitude.
The maximum authorised nose weight
corresponds to the weight permitted on the
towbar (removable with or without a tool).
GT W: Gross train weight.
High exterior temperatures may result
in a reduction in the per formance of
the vehicle to protect the engine. If the
exterior temperature is above 37°C, limit
the towed load.
Towing with a
towing vehicle which is only
slightly laden may negatively affect its
handling.
Towing a
trailer increases the braking
distance.
When towing, never exceed the speed
of 62
mph (100 km/h) (obser ve the local
legislation in force). If the exterior temperature is high, it is
recommended that the engine be allowed
to idle for 1
to 2 minutes after the vehicle
comes to a stop, to facilitate its cooling.
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Engines and towed loads – PETROL
EnginesPureTech 82PureTech 82 S&SV Ti 120
Gearboxes BVM
(Manual 5-speed) ETG
(Electronic 5-speed) BVM
(Manual 5-speed) BVA
(Automatic 4-speed)
Code ----
Model codes:
SA… (Hatchback)/SB… (Cabrio) HMZ6
HMZ6/PS 5FS05FS9
Body style Hatchback/Cabrio Hatchback Hatchback Hatchback/Cabrio
Cubic capacity (cm
3) 1,1 9 91,1 9 9 1,59 8
Max power: EEC standard (kW) 6060 88
Fuel UnleadedUnleaded Unleaded
Braked trailer (within the GTW limit) on a
12%
slope 800
500900 900
Unbraked trailer (kg) 520500 570570
Recommended nose weight (kg) 46464646
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