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If any AdBlue® is splashed, or if there are
any spillages on the side of the body, rinse
immediately with cold water or wipe with a
damp cloth.
If the fluid has crystallised, clean it off
using a sponge and hot water.
Access to the AdBlue®
tank
A blue cap behind the fuel filler flap indicates
access to the AdBlue® tank.
Read the following procedure carefully to
be able to top up properly.
F
S
witch off the ignition and remove the key.
F
W
ith the vehicle unlocked and the fuel filler
flap open, turn the AdBlue
® blue filler cap
anti-clockwise. F
O
btain an AdBlue
® container. After first
checking the use-by date, read the
instructions on the label carefully before
pouring the contents of the container into
your vehicle's AdBlue
® tank.
Or
F
I
nsert the AdBlue
® pump nozzle and refill
the tank until the nozzle stops automatically.
Important:
To avoid over flowing the AdBlue
® tank, it
i
s recommended:
F
T
o do a top-up between 10 and
13
litres using the AdBlue
® bottle.
Or
F
I
f filling in a ser vice station, stop after
the third automatic shut-off of the
nozzle.
F
A
fter refilling, carry out the same operations
in reverse order. Important: in the event of a top-up after
a breakdown because of a lack of
AdBlue,
you must wait around 5 minutes
before switching on the ignition, without
opening the driver’s door, unlocking
the vehicle, introducing the key into
the ignition switch, or introducing
the key of the
K
eyless Entr y and
Star ting system into the passenger
compartment .
Switch on the ignition, then wait for
10
seconds before starting the engine.
Never pour AdBlue
® into the Diesel fuel
tank.
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Advice on care
General recommendations on the care and maintenance of your vehicle are given in the
Maintenance and Warranty Guide.Observe the following recommendations to
avoid damaging your vehicle:
-
D
o not clean your headlamps with a dry
or abrasive cloth, nor with detergent or
solvent products. Use a sponge and
soapy water or a pH neutral product.
-
W
hen using a high-pressure washer
on stubborn dirt, avoid prolonged use
on the headlamps, the lamps and their
edges to avoid damaging their lacquer
finish and seals.
-
N
ever use an abrasive sponge to clean
persistent dirt, as this may scratch the
paint sur face. Use a soft cloth with
soapy water instead.
-
W
hen washing your vehicle, never
clean the interior with a water jet.
-
W
hen washing your vehicle in an
automatic roller-brush car wash, be
sure to lock your doors and, depending
on version, remove the key. It is always preferable to have paint
repairs carried out by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
-
N
ever use high-pressure washing to
clean the engine compartment, in order
to avoid damaging the electrical units.
-
L
iquids carried in an open vessel (e.g.
a cup or mug) could be spilt, presenting
a risk of damage on contact with the
controls in the dashboard and centre
console. Be careful.
Depending on version, in order to avoid
damaging or unpeeling the stickers on the
bodywork, you are strongly advised against
using high-pressure washing to wash your
vehicle. It is recommended that you wash
it using a high-flow water jet and rinse the
vehicle down using demineralised water.
Only a microfibre cloth is recommended for
wiping your vehicle; it must be clean and
used gently.
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Running out of fuel
(Diesel)
On vehicles fitted with Diesel engines, the fuel
system must be primed if you run out of fuel.
If the engine does not start first time, do not
keep trying, but start the procedure again from
the beginning.For more information on Misfuel
prevention (Diesel) , refer to the
corresponding section.
BlueHDi engines
F Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of Diesel fuel.
F
S
witch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
F
W
ait around 6 seconds and switch off the
ignition.
F
R
epeat the operation 10 times.
F
O
perate the starter to run the engine.
Other engines
F Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of Diesel fuel.
F
O
pen the bonnet.
F
I
f necessary, unclip the cover to access the
priming pump. F
O
perate the priming pump
repeatedly until resistance is felt
(there may be resistance on the
f i r st p r e s s).
F
O
perate the starter to start the engine (if the
engine does not start at the first attempt,
wait around 15 seconds before trying
again).
F
I
f the engine does not start after a few
attempts, operate the priming pump again
then start the engine.
F
P
ut the cover back in place and clip it in.
F
C
lose the bonnet again.
Tool kit
Access to the tools
With temporary puncture repair
kit
The kit is located under the right-hand front
seat.
With spare wheel
The jack is located under the right-hand front
seat.
The tools are located under the left-hand front
seat.
Details of the tool kit
1.
Chock to immobilise the vehicle.
2. Removable towing eye.
3. To r x k e y.
Permits removal of the rear lamps in order
to change a bulb.
F
F
or easier access, move the seat(s)
forward.
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205
Light-emitting diodes (LED)
For the replacement of this type of bulb,
you must contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Halogen bulbs
To ensure good quality lighting, check
that the bulb is correctly positioned in its
housing.In some weather conditions (e.g. low
temperature or humidity), the presence
of misting on the internal sur face of the
glass of the headlamps and rear lamps is
normal; it disappears after the lamps have
been on for a few minutes.
Types of bulb
Various types of bulb are fitted to your vehicle.
To remove them:
Ty p e A
Ty p e B Ty p e C
Ty p e D
Halogen bulbs must be changed with the
lamp off for a few minutes (risk of severe
burns). Do not touch the bulb directly, use
a lint-free cloth.
When each operation has been
completed, check the operation of the
lighting.
All glass bulb: pull gently as it is fitted by
pressure.
Bayonet bulb: press on the bulb then turn it
anti-clockwise. Halogen bulb: release the retaining spring from
its housing.
Halogen bulb: turn the bulb anti-clockwise.
Opening the bonnet /Access to bulbs
With the engine warm, proceed with
caution – risk of burns!
Take care with objects or clothing that
could be caught in the blades of the
cooling fan – risk of strangulation!
After changing a bulb
When refitting, close the protective cover
very carefully to guarantee the sealing of
the lamp.
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213
Engine compartment
fuses
The fusebox is placed in the engine
compartment near the battery.
Access to the fuses
F Release the two latches A.
F R emove the cover.
F
C
hange the fuse.
F
W
hen you have finished, close the cover
carefully then engage the two latches A , to
ensure correct sealing of the fusebox. Fuse
No. Rating
(A) Functions
F16 15Front foglamp.
F18 10Right-hand main
beam headlamp.
F19 10Left-hand main
beam headlamp.
F29 40Windscreen wipers.
12 V battery
Procedure for starting the engine using another
battery or charging a discharged battery.
Lead-acid starter batteries
Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead.
They must be disposed of in accordance
with regulations and must not, in any
circumstances, be discarded with
household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection
point.
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
All operations on the battery must be
carried out in a well ventilated area and
away from naked flames and sources of
sparks, so as to avoid the risk of explosion
or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards.
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are
fitted with a 12
V lead-acid battery of
specific technology and specification.
Its replacement should be carried out
only by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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214
Access to the battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
F O pen the bonnet using the interior release
lever, then the exterior safety catch.
F
S
ecure the bonnet stay.
For more information on the Bonnet and
the Engine , refer to the corresponding
sections.
Starting using another
battery
When your vehicle's battery is flat, the engine
can be started using a backup battery (external
or from another vehicle) and jump leads or a
battery booster. Never try to start the engine by connecting
a battery charger.
Never use a 24
V or higher battery
b o o s t e r.
First check that the backup battery has
a nominal voltage of 12 V and a capacity
at least equal to that of the discharged
battery.
The two vehicles must not be in contact
with each other.
Switch off all the electrical consumers
on both vehicles (audio system, wipers,
lighting, etc.).
Make sure that the jump leads are not
close to moving parts of the engine (fan,
belts, etc.).
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal while
the engine is running.
The battery (-) terminal is not accessible.
A remote earth point is provided at the front of
the vehicle. F
S
tart the engine of the vehicle with the
good battery and leave it running for a few
minutes.
F
O
perate the starter on the broken down
vehicle and let the engine run.
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition and wait a few moments
before trying again.
F
W
ait for it to return to idle.
F
D
isconnect the jump lead cables in reverse
order .
F
A
llow the engine to run for at least
30 minutes, by driving or with the vehicle
stationary, so that the battery reaches an
adequate state of charge.
Some functions, including Stop & Start,
are not available if the battery is not
sufficiently charged.
F
C
onnect the red cable to the (+) terminal of
flat battery A (at the metal elbow), then to
the (+) terminal of backup battery B or the
b o o s t e r. F
C
onnect one end of the green or black
cable to the (-) terminal of backup battery
B or the booster (or an earth point on the
other vehicle).
F
C
onnect the other end of the green or black
cable to earth point C on the broken down
vehicle.
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215
Charging the battery using
a battery charger
For optimum ser vice life of the battery, it is
essential to maintain an adequate state of
charge.
In some circumstances it may be necessary to
charge the battery:
-
i
f you only use your vehicle for short
journeys,
-
i
f the vehicle is to be taken off the road for
several weeks.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
If you plan to charge your vehicle's battery
yourself, use only a charger compatible
with lead-acid batteries with a nominal
voltage of 12
V.
Follow the instructions provided by the
manufacturer of the charger.
Never reverse polarities.
It is not necessary to disconnect the
battery.
F
S
witch off the ignition.
F
S
witch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, lamps, wipers, etc.). F
S
witch off the charger B before connecting
the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any
dangerous sparks.
F
E
nsure that the charger cables are in good
condition.
F
R
aise the plastic cover, if your vehicle has
one, on the (+) terminal.
F
C
onnect the cables of charger B as follows:
-
t
he positive (+) red cable to the (+)
terminal of battery A ,
-
t
he negative (-) black cable to earth point
C on the vehicle.
F
A
t the end of the charging operation, switch
off charger B before disconnecting the
cables from battery A . Never try to charge a frozen battery – risk
of explosion!
If the battery has frozen, have it checked
by a CITROËN dealer or by a qualified
workshop who will check that the internal
components have not been damaged and
that the container has not cracked, which
would mean a risk of toxic and corrosive
acid leaking.
Disconnecting the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state
of charge for starting the engine, it is
recommended that the battery be disconnected
if the vehicle is taken out of ser vice for a long
period.
Before disconnecting the battery:
F
c
lose all of the accesses (doors, tailgate,
windows, roof), If this label is present, it is essential to
use only a 12
V charger to avoid causing
irreversible damage to the electrical
components related to the Stop & Start
system.
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216
Quick-release terminal clamp
Disconnecting the (+) terminalReconnecting the (+) terminal
F
Ra
ise the lever A fully to release the
clamp B .
F
R
emove the clamp B by lifting it off. F
Ra
ise the lever A fully.
F
R
eplace the open clamp B on the (+)
terminal.
F
P
ush the clamp B fully down.
F
L
ower the lever A to lock the clamp B.
F
s
witch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, wipers, lighting, etc.).
F
s
witch off the ignition and wait for four
minutes.
At the battery, detach the (+) terminal only.
Do not force the lever as locking will be
impossible 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. The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
next 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 a removable
mechanical device. Referring to the corresponding section, you
must reinitialise certain systems yourself, such
as:
-
t
he remote control or electronic key
(depending on version),
-
t
he electric windows,
-
t
he electric doors,
-
t
he date and time,
-
t
he radio preset stations.
Access to the eye
For more information on the Tool kit
, refer
to the corresponding section.
In the event of a breakdown