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Fuel tank
Tank capacity:
- around 60
litres (petrol).
-
around 53
litres (Diesel).
Opening the fuel filler flap
If your vehicle is fitted with Stop & Start,
never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition
using the key, or the START/STOP button
if your vehicle has
K
eyless Entry and
Starting.
At least 6
litres of fuel must be added, in order
to be registered by the fuel gauge.
Opening the filler cap may create a noise
caused by an inrush of air. This is entirely
normal and results from the sealing of the fuel
system.
F
T
ake care to select the pump that delivers
the correct fuel type for your vehicle's
engine (see a reminder label on the inside
of the filler flap). F
I
f your vehicle has a conventional key, insert
the key into the filler cap, then turn to the
left.
F
Y
ou must switch off the engine.
F
W
ith
K
eyless Entry and Starting, unlock the
vehicle.
F
O
pen the fuel filler flap. F
F
ill the tank. Do not continue past the third
cut-off of the nozzle, as this may cause
malfunctions.
F
R
efit the filler cap turning it to the right.
F
P
ush the filler flap to close it (your vehicle
must be unlocked).
F
R
emove the filler cap, then place it on the
carrier located on the filler flap.
F
I
ntroduce the nozzle and push it in fully
(pushing on the metal non-return valve A ).
If the fuel filler flap is open and you open
the left side door, a mechanism prevents it
being opened.
The door can be opened half way however.
Close the fuel filler flap to regain use of the
d o o r.
Your vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter,
which helps to reduce the level of harmful
emissions in the exhaust gases.
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If you have added the wrong fuel, you
must have the tank drained and refilled
with the correct fuel before you star t
the engine.
Low fuel level
When the low fuel level in the
tank is reached, this warning lamp
comes on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message.
Fuel cut- of f
Your vehicle is fitted with a safety system that
cuts off the supply of fuel in the event of an
impact.
Diesel misfuel prevention
Mechanical device which prevents filling the tank
of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It helps avoid the
risk of engine damage that can result from filling
with the wrong fuel.
It is still possible to use a fuel can to fill the
t a n k s l ow l y.
In order to ensure a good flow of fuel,
do not place the nozzle of the fuel can in
direct contact with the flap of the misfuel
prevention device. Driving abroad
As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be
different in other countries, the presence
of the misfuel prevention device may make
refuelling impossible.
Not all Diesel vehicles are fitted with
misfuel protection, so before travelling
abroad, we recommend that you check
with the CITROËN dealer network,
whether your vehicle is suitable for the
fuel pumps in the country in which you
intend to travel.
When it first comes on, less than 6
litres of
fuel remain in the tank.
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid
running out of fuel.
Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains
improve traction as well as the
behaviour of the vehicle when
braking.
Snow chains must be fitted only to the
front wheels. They must never be fitted to
"space-saver" type spare wheels.
Take account of the legislation in force in
your country on the use of snow chains
and the maximum authorised speed.
When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the
fuel filler neck of your Diesel vehicle, it comes
into contact with the flap. The system remains
closed and prevents filling.
Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type
filler nozzle.
Located in the filler neck, the misfuel prevention
device appears when the filler cap is removed.
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Diesel fuel additive level
(Diesel with particle filter)
orThe additive reser voir low level is
indicated by fixed illumination of this
warning lamp, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message that
the particle filter additive level is too
low.
To p p i n g u p
This additive must be topped up without delay
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
AdBlue level
An alert is triggered once the reser ve level is
reached.
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised as per
regulations, you must top up with AdBlue.
Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these
components in accordance with the
manufacturer's service schedule and according
to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
12 V battery
The battery does not require any maintenance.
However, check regularly that the terminals
are correctly tightened (versions without quick
release terminals) and that the connections
are clean.
For more information on the precautions
to take before starting work on the 12
V
battery , refer to the corresponding
section.
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.
Air filter
Depending on the environment
(e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving),
replace it twice as often if
necessary .
Passenger compartment filter
Depending on the environment
(e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving),
replace it twice as often if
necessary.
A clogged passenger compartment
filter may have an adverse effect on
the per formance of the air conditioning
system and generate undesirable odours.
Oil filter
Change the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
In winter (temperatures below zero), a fluid with
antifreeze must be used that is appropriate for
the prevailing conditions, in order to preser ve
the elements of the system (pump, tank, ducts,
e t c .) .
Filling with pure water is prohibited under all
circumstances (risk of freezing, limestone
deposits, etc.).
For more information on AdBlue and the SCR
system, and in particular topping it up, refer to
the corresponding section.
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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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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.
In the event of a breakdown