2019 CITROEN BERLINGO VAN Handbook (in English)

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Particle filter (Diesel)
orThe start of saturation of the particle
filter is signalled by the temporary
illumination of this warning lamp
accompanied by a message warning
of the risk of the filter clogging up.
Traffic conditions permitting, regenerate
the filter by driving at a speed of at least
37
mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp
goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, this indicates
a low Diesel additive level.
For more information on Checking levels ,
refer to the corresponding section.
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 all information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop. This system must be checked by 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 adjusted, even between two
services.
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.
Electric parking brake
This system does not require any
specific check. However, in the
event of a problem, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
For more information on the Electric
parking brake , refer to the corresponding
section.
Wheels and tyres
The pressure must be checked on
all tyres, including the spare wheel,
when the tyres are "cold", at least
once a month and before a long
j o u r n ey.
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The pressures given on the tyre pressure label
are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have driven for
more than 10 minutes or more than 6 miles
(10
kilometres) at more than 31 mph (50 km/h),
0.3
bar (30 kPa) should be added to the values
given on the label.
Under-inflation increases fuel consumption.
Non-compliant tyre pressure causes premature
wear on tyres and has an adverse effect on the
vehicle's road holding – Risk of an accident!
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces
braking efficiency and control of the vehicle's
steering. Regular inspections of the condition
of tyres (tread and sides) and rims are
recommended as well as making sure that
valves are fitted.
Using different size wheels and tyres from
those specified can affect the lifetime of tyres,
wheel rotation, ground clearance and the
speedometer reading and have an adverse
effect on road holding.
Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles
can cause the ESC to mistime. Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent quality
and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
components 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.
AdBlue® (BlueHDi
engines)
SCR system
Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of
the nitrogen oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and
water, which are harmless to health and the
environment. The AdBlue
® is contained in
a special tank holding about
17


litres.
An alert system is triggered automatically once
the reser ve level is reached: you can then drive
for a further 1,500

miles (2,400 km) before the
tank is empty.
For more information on the Warning
and indicator lamps and the associated
alerts, or the Indicators , refer to the
corresponding sections.
Once the AdBlue
® tank is empty, a system
r
equired by regulations prevents starting
of the engine.
If the SCR system is faulty, the level of
emissions from your vehicle will no longer
meet the Euro 6 standard: your vehicle
becomes polluting.
In the event of a confirmed fault with the
SCR system, you must go to a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop as soon
as possible: after a running distance of
685

miles (1,100

km), a system will be
triggered automatically to prevent engine
starting.
In either case, a range indicator gives you
the distance you can travel before the
vehicle is immobilised.
To respect the environment and ensure
compliance with the Euro 6 standard, without
adversely affecting the per formance or fuel
consumption of Diesel engines, CITROËN
has taken the decision to equip its vehicles
with a system that associates SCR (Selective
Catalytic Reduction) with a Diesel particle filter
(DPF) for the treatment of exhaust gases.
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Freezing of the AdBlue®
AdBlue® freezes at temperatures below
around -11°C.
The SCR system includes a heater for the
AdBlue
® tank, allowing you to continue
driving in very cold conditions.
Supply of AdBlue®
It is recommended that the AdBlue® is
topped up as soon as the first alert is
issued indicating that the reser ve level has
been reached.
In order to ensure that the SCR system
operates correctly:
-

U

se only AdBlue
® fluid that meets the
ISO 22241 standard.
-

N

ever transfer AdBlue
® to another
container: it would lose its purity.
-

N

ever dilute AdBlue
® with water.
You can obtain AdBlue
® from a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
You can also visit a ser vice station
equipped with AdBlue
® pumps specially
designed for passenger vehicles. Never top up from an AdBlue
® dispenser
reserved for heavy goods vehicles.
Recommendations on
storage
AdBlue® freezes at about -11°C and
deteriorates above 25°C. It should be stored in
a cool place and protected from direct sunlight.
Under these conditions, the fluid can be kept
for at least a year.
If the additive has frozen, it can be used once it
has completely thawed out.
Never keep containers or bottles of
AdBlue
® in your vehicle.
Precautions in use
If swallowed, immediately rinse the mouth with
clean water and then drink plenty of water.
In certain conditions (high temperature, for
example), the risk of ammonia being released
cannot be discounted: do not inhale the fluid.
Ammonia vapour has an irritant effect on
mucous membranes (eyes, nose and throat).
Keep AdBlue
® out of reach of children, in
its original container or bottle.
Procedure
Before starting the top-up procedure, ensure
that the vehicle is parked on a flat and level
sur face.
In winter, check that the temperature of the
vehicle is above -11°C. If not, due to freezing,
the AdBlue
® cannot be poured into the tank.
Park your vehicle somewhere warmer for a few
hours before topping up.
AdBlue® is a urea-based solution. This fluid is
non-flammable, colourless and odourless (kept
in a cool area).
In the event of contact with the skin, wash the
affected area with soap and running water. In
the event of contact with the eyes, immediately
rinse the eyes with large amounts of water
or with an eye wash solution for at least
15

minutes. If a burning sensation or irritation
persists, get medical attention. In the event of an AdBlue
® breakdown,
confirmed by the message "Add AdBlue:
Starting impossible", you must top up with
at least 5

litres.
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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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With temporary puncture repair
kit
4.Temporary puncture repair kit.
Contains a 12
V compressor and a
cartridge of sealant to temporarily repair
the wheel and adjust the tyre pressure.
5. Speed limit sticker.
For more information on the Temporary
puncture repair kit , refer to the
corresponding section.
With a spare wheel
6. Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel bolts and raising/
lowering the jack.
7. Jack.
Used to raise the vehicle.
8. Wheel bolt cover/wheel trim removal tools
(depending on equipment).
If present on your vehicle, it removes the
wheel bolt covers on alloy wheels or the
wheel trim on steel wheels.
9. Socket for the wheel security bolts.
Used for adapting the wheelbrace to the
special "security" bolts.
For more information on the Spare wheel ,
refer to the corresponding section. All of these tools are specific to your
vehicle and may vary depending on
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.
The jack does not require any maintenance.
The jack meets European standards, as defined
in the Machinery Directive 2006/42/CE.
Certain parts of the jack such as the screw
thread or the joints could cause injury:
avoid touching them.
Carefully remove all traces of lubrication
grease.
Temporary puncture
repair kit
Scan the QR code on page 3 to view
explanatory videos.
Comprising a compressor and a sealant
cartridge, it allows the temporary repair of
a tyre so that you can drive to the nearest
garage.
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The vehicle's electric system allows the
connection of the compressor for long
enough to repair a damaged tyre.
Repair procedure
F Park the vehicle without obstructing any traffic and apply the parking brake.
F

F
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.
F

S
witch off the ignition.
F Uncoil the pipe stowed under the compressor. Avoid removing any foreign bodies which
have penetrated into the tyre.
F
C
onnect the pipe from the compressor to
the bottle of sealant.
F
T
urn the sealant bottle over and secure it in
the notch provided on the compressor.
It is designed to repair most punctures
which could affect the tyre, located on the
tyre tread or shoulder.
For more information on the Tool kit
, refer
to the corresponding section. F
R
emove the valve cap from the tyre to be
repaired, and place it in a clean area.
F
C
heck that the compressor switch is at the
" O " position.
F
U
ncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
Only the 12 V socket located at the front of
the vehicle can be used.
F

A
ffix the speed limit sticker.
F

C
onnect the hose from the bottle of sealant
to the valve of the tyre to be repaired and
tighten firmly.
F
C
onnect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket.
In the event of a breakdown