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Practical information
Load reduction mode
This system 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 the air conditioning and the 
heated rear screen.
The deactivated functions are reactivated 
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
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.
Observe the legislation in force in your 
country relating to the use of snow 
chains and maximum authorised speeds.
Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the 
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size Link size: (mm) 195/65 R15 9
205/60 R16
205/55 R17
215/65 R16
215/60 R17 Cannot be fitted with 
chains
You can also use snow socks.
For more information, contact a CITROËN dealer 
or a qualified workshop.
Installation tips 
► To fit the snow chains during a journey, stop 
the vehicle on a flat surface at the side of the 
road.
►
 
Apply the parking brake and position any 
wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent 
movement of the vehicle.
►
 
Fit the snow chains following the instructions 
provided by the manufacturer
.
►
 
Move off gently and drive for a few moments, 
without exceeding 31
  mph (50   km/h).
►
 
Stop the vehicle and check that the snow 
chains are correctly tightened.
It is strongly recommended that you 
practise fitting the snow chains on a level 
and dry surface before setting off.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads  that have been cleared of snow to avoid 
damaging the vehicle's tyres and the road 
surface. If the vehicle is fitted with alloy 
wheels, check that no part of the chain or its 
fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.
Very cold climate screen
(Depending on country of sale)
This removable device prevents the 
accumulation of snow around the radiator 
cooling fan.