tow Citroen BERLINGO 2010 2.G User Guide

Airbags
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Side airbags
This is a system which protects the
driver and front passenger in the event
of a serious side impact in order to limit
the risk of injury to the chest.
Each side airbag is incorporated in the
front seat back frame, on the door side.
Activation
It is triggered unilaterally in the event
of a serious side impact applied to
all or part of the side impact zone B ,
perpendicular to the longitudinal
centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal
plane and directed from the outside
towards the inside of the vehicle.
The side airbag infl ates between the
front occupant of the vehicle and the
corresponding door trim pad. Impact detection zones

A. Front impact zone.

B. Side impact zone.
In the event of a minor impact or
bump on the side of the vehicle or
if the vehicle rolls over, the airbag
may not be triggered. Operating fault
If this warning light comes
on on the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message
on the display, contact a
CITROËN dealer to have the system
checked. The airbags may no longer
be triggered in the event of a serious
impact.
Curtain airbags
This is a system which protects the
driver and passengers in the event of a
serious side impact in order to limit the
risk of head injuries.
Each curtain airbag is incorporated in
the pillars and the upper part of the
passenger compartment.
Activation
It is triggered at the same time as the
corresponding side airbag in the event
of a serious side impact applied to
all or part of the side impact zone B ,
perpendicular to the longitudinal
centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal
plane and directed from the outside
towards the inside of the vehicle.
The curtain airbag infl ates between
the occupant of the vehicle and the
windows.

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Towing a trailer For more information about
weights, refer to the administrative
documents (V5 registration
document, ...) or to the "Weights"
section of chapter 8.
TOWING A TRAILER, CARAVAN, BOAT, ETC...

Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest objects are as
close as possible to the axle and
the nose weight is close to the
maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it.

Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the coolant temperature. As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to
lower the engine speed and reduce
your speed.
In all cases, pay attention to the
coolant temperature.
Driving advice
A towed vehicle must free wheel:
gearbox in neutral.

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Towing a trailer
ACCESSORIES
5
Good Practice
In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a
steep slope in high temperatures), the
engine automatically limits its power. In
this case, the automatic cutting off of
the air conditioning allows the engine
power to be recovered.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the "Identifi cation
features" section of chapter 8) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressure.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 6.
If the coolant temperature
warning light comes on, stop
the vehicle and switch off the
engine as soon as possible.

Brakes
Towing increases the braking distance.
Drive at a moderate speed, change
down early and brake gradually. Towbar
We recommend the use of original
CITROËN towbars and their
harnesses, which have been tested
and approved from the design stage of
your vehicle, and that you entrust the
fi tting of this equipment to a CITROËN
dealer.
If this equipment is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative that
it is fi tted using the electrical pre-
equipment installed at the rear of the
vehicle and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
In accordance with the general
instructions a reminder of which has
been given above, we draw your
attention to the risk linked with fi tting
a towbar or electrical accessory not
recommended by CITROËN. Fitting
such equipment could result in the
failure of your vehicle's electronic
system. Please contact a CITROËN
dealer for information before fi tting this
type of equipment.
Anti-theft alarm, window engraving,
fi rst aid kit, high visibility safety jacket,
rear parking assistance, warning
triangle, ...
Front seat covers compatible with
airbags, bench, rubber mats, carpet
mats, snow chains, blind, tailgate
bicycle carrier, ...
OTHER ACCESSORIES
These accessories and parts, having
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety, are all adapted to your
vehicle. A wide range of recommended
accessories and original parts is offered.
Range of professional
equipment
The parts department publishes an
accessories catalogue offering various
equipment and fi ttings, such as:
Load retainers (all models).
Loading roller.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar
which must be fi tted by the CITROËN
network.
Separation partitions and grilles,
smooth, non-slip wooden protective
fl oor.
Protective grilles.

Side wind
Sensitivity to side wind is increased.
Drive smoothly and at a moderate
speed.
ABS/ESP
The ABS or ESP systems only control
the vehicle, not the trailer or caravan.

Rear parking assistance
The assistance does not function while
the vehicle is towing.
Another range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance:

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Towing a trailer
ACCESSORIES
5
Good Practice
In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a
steep slope in high temperatures), the
engine automatically limits its power. In
this case, the automatic cutting off of
the air conditioning allows the engine
power to be recovered.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the "Identifi cation
features" section of chapter 8) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressure.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 6.
If the coolant temperature
warning light comes on, stop
the vehicle and switch off the
engine as soon as possible.

Brakes
Towing increases the braking distance.
Drive at a moderate speed, change
down early and brake gradually. Towbar
We recommend the use of original
CITROËN towbars and their
harnesses, which have been tested
and approved from the design stage of
your vehicle, and that you entrust the
fi tting of this equipment to a CITROËN
dealer.
If this equipment is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative that
it is fi tted using the electrical pre-
equipment installed at the rear of the
vehicle and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
In accordance with the general
instructions a reminder of which has
been given above, we draw your
attention to the risk linked with fi tting
a towbar or electrical accessory not
recommended by CITROËN. Fitting
such equipment could result in the
failure of your vehicle's electronic
system. Please contact a CITROËN
dealer for information before fi tting this
type of equipment.
Anti-theft alarm, window engraving,
fi rst aid kit, high visibility safety jacket,
rear parking assistance, warning
triangle, ...
Front seat covers compatible with
airbags, bench, rubber mats, carpet
mats, snow chains, blind, tailgate
bicycle carrier, ...
OTHER ACCESSORIES
These accessories and parts, having
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety, are all adapted to your
vehicle. A wide range of recommended
accessories and original parts is offered.
Range of professional
equipment
The parts department publishes an
accessories catalogue offering various
equipment and fi ttings, such as:
Load retainers (all models).
Loading roller.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar
which must be fi tted by the CITROËN
network.
Separation partitions and grilles,
smooth, non-slip wooden protective
fl oor.
Protective grilles.

Side wind
Sensitivity to side wind is increased.
Drive smoothly and at a moderate
speed.
ABS/ESP
The ABS or ESP systems only control
the vehicle, not the trailer or caravan.

Rear parking assistance
The assistance does not function while
the vehicle is towing.
Another range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance:

Checks
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CHECKS
6
CHECKS
Carbon filter and passenger
compartment filter
An access fl ap below the glove box
permits replacement of the fi lters.
The carbon fi lter permits continuous
and effective fi ltering of dust.
If the passenger compartment fi lter
becomes clogged, this may reduce
the performance of the air conditioning
system and generate unpleasant
odours.
We recommend the use of a combined
passenger compartment fi lter. By
means of its second special active
fi lter, it contributes to the purifi cation
of the air breathed by the occupants
and the cleanness of the passenger
compartment (reduction of allergic
symptoms, unpleasant odours and
greasy deposits). Particle emission filter (Diesel)
It is imperative that particle emission
fi lter maintenance is carried out by a
CITROËN dealer.
On acceleration after the vehicle has
been running for a prolonged period
at very low speed or at idle, you may,
in exceptional circumstances, notice
the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust. This water vapour does not
have any adverse effect on vehicle
handling or the environment.
Battery
At the start of winter, have your battery
checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Brake pads
Brake pad wear depends on the style
of driving, in particular for vehicles
which are used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to
check the thickness of the pads, even
between services.
Unless there is a leak on the circuit, a
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn.
Brake disc/drum wear status
For any information relating to
checking the brake disc/drum wear
status, consult a CITROËN dealer.
Handbrake
Where the handbrake travel is too
great or there is a reduction in the
performance of the system, the
handbrake should be adjusted,
even between services.
Have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Oil filter
Change the fi lter regularly in
accordance with the servicing
schedule.
Refer to the servicing booklet to fi nd
out the replacement interval for these
components.
Depending on the environment (dusty
atmosphere...) and the use of the
vehicle (urban driving...), change them
twice as often if necessary.

Battery
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6. REFITTING THE REPAIRED WHEEL
The wheel is refi tted as described in
step 5, not forgetting to refi t the wheel
trim.
Refer to the "Instruments and
controls" section of chapter 2,
"Tyre under-infl ation detection"
part, for recommendations after
changing a wheel fi tted with a tyre
under-infl ation detection sensor. Refer to the "Identifi cation
features" section of chapter 8 to
locate the tyre label.
REMOVABLE SNOW SCREEN
According to country, the removable
snow screen is installed on the lower
part of the front bumper to prevent the
accumulation of snow at the radiator
cooling fan.
Do not forget to remove the snow
screen when the exterior temperature
is higher than 10 °C (no risk of
snowfall) and when towing.
FITTING
REMOVAL
- Pass a screwdriver into the hole
located near each of the clips.
- Use the screwdriver as a lever to unclip the four clips B in turn.
- Offer up the snow screen facing its
centring pin A on the front bumper.
- Put it in place by pressing at each clip B located in the four corners.
The spare wheel is not designed
to be used over long distances.
Have the tightening of the bolts
and the tyre pressure checked by a
CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Also, have the original wheel repaired
and refi tted by a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.

Battery
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6. REFITTING THE REPAIRED WHEEL
The wheel is refi tted as described in
step 5, not forgetting to refi t the wheel
trim.
Refer to the "Instruments and
controls" section of chapter 2,
"Tyre under-infl ation detection"
part, for recommendations after
changing a wheel fi tted with a tyre
under-infl ation detection sensor. Refer to the "Identifi cation
features" section of chapter 8 to
locate the tyre label.
REMOVABLE SNOW SCREEN
According to country, the removable
snow screen is installed on the lower
part of the front bumper to prevent the
accumulation of snow at the radiator
cooling fan.
Do not forget to remove the snow
screen when the exterior temperature
is higher than 10 °C (no risk of
snowfall) and when towing.
FITTING
REMOVAL
- Pass a screwdriver into the hole
located near each of the clips.
- Use the screwdriver as a lever to unclip the four clips B in turn.
- Offer up the snow screen facing its
centring pin A on the front bumper.
- Put it in place by pressing at each clip B located in the four corners.
The spare wheel is not designed
to be used over long distances.
Have the tightening of the bolts
and the tyre pressure checked by a
CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Also, have the original wheel repaired
and refi tted by a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.

Changing a bulb
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QUICK HELP
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4. Fog lamps
Type C , H1 - 55W
-
Remove the fog lamp by removing the
bolt, which can be accessed via the
hole provided for this purpose in the
bumper, using a Torx
© 30 screwdriver. - Remove the three mud guard fi xing clips, located below the bumper.
- Move the mud guard upwards.
- Unclip the fog lamp by squeezing the clip to release it.
-
Remove the fog lamp from the outside. - Turn the yellow cover a 1/4 turn to open. - Separate the clips which secure the base of bulb on each side to
release the bulb.
- Remove the bulb by pulling, keeping it straight.
- Insert the new bulb, re-tighten the clips around the base of the bulb
and carry out the operations in
reverse order to put the light unit
and the bumper back in position. SIDE REPEATER

Type A , WY 5W (amber)
- Push the repeater towards the rear and disengage it by pulling the
front.
- Consult a CITROËN dealer to obtain a new repeater which is a
fully moulded part.
- To refi t, engage the repeater towards the rear and bring it
towards the front.
Front/Rear
COURTESY LIGHTS

Type A , 12 V 5W - 5W
- Unclip the lens by sliding a screwdriver in the slots on each
side of the courtesy light.
- Pull the bulb and change it.
- Clip the lens in its housing and ensure that it is secured correctly.

Changing a bulb
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For further information concerning the
bulbs, refer to the "Types of bulb".

1. Brake lights/side lights
Type B , P21/5W - 21/5W

2. Direction indicators
Type B , PY21W - 21W (amber)

3. Reversing lights
Type B , P21W - 21W

4. Fog lamps
Type B , P21W - 21W - Identify the faulty bulb then open
the rear doors to 180°.
Refer to the "Accesses" section of chapter 2.
- Remove the two fi xing bolts using the screwdriver stored in the tool kit
under the right-hand seat.
- Pull the light unit from the outside.
- Holding the light, disconnect the electrical connector. - Move aside the 4 tabs then extract
the bulb holder.
- Remove the faulty bulb by pressing it lightly while turning it
anticlockwise.
- Change the bulb.
When removing the light unit:
- with tailgate, pull the light unit towards the centre of the vehicle,
- with hinged doors, pull the light unit towards you.

When refi tting, take care to reposition
the tabs and the supply wire correctly
to avoid trapping the wire.
After changing the rear direction
indicator bulb, the reinitialisation time is
more than approximately 2 minutes.
REAR LIGHTS
High pressure washing When using this type of washing
on stubborn dirt, do not persist
on the headlamps, the lights and
their surround to avoid damaging their
coating and their seal.

Changing a fuse
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CHANGING A FUSE
The fuse boxes are placed:
- in the lower part of the fascia on the left-hand side (behind the cover),
- under the bonnet (near the battery).
If fi tted on your vehicle, an additional
fuse box is used for towing, the
towbar and the connections for
the coachbuilder and platform cab
modifi cations. It is located on the right
behind the load retaining partition.
The indications communicated are only
those fuses which can be changed
by the user using the pliers and the
spare fuses, located behind the fascia
storage compartment on the right-
hand side. For any other work, visit a
CITROËN dealer.
Removing and fitting a fuse
Always replace a faulty fuse with a
fuse of the same rating.
CITROËN will not accept responsibility
for the cost incurred in repairing
your vehicle or for rectifying the
malfunctions resulting from the
installation of accessories not
supplied and not recommended by the
CITROËN network and not installed
in accordance with its instructions,
in particular when the combined
consumption of all of the additional
equipment connected exceeds
10 milliamperes.
For professionals: for complete
information concerning the fuses
and relays, consult the "Methods"
diagram via the Network.
Before replacing a fuse, the cause
of the incident must be found and
rectifi ed.
- Use the pliers.