tow CITROEN C-CROSSER 2012 Handbook (in English)

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TOWING

Access to the tools
Having your vehicle towed on a flatbed



)
Below the front bumper, install the
towing system on the towing eye 1
.
The towing eye and the tools are stored
in the storage compartment in the right-
hand boot trim.
To gain access to them:


)
open the boot,

)
turn button A
to the left,

)
remove the cover B
,

)
remove the fi xing band C
and take out
the tool bag D
containing the tools,

)
take the towing eye and the tools re-
quired out of the tool bag.
Place the gear lever in neutral.

Always have the vehicle
towed on a fl atbed.

Never have the vehicle towed with
the four wheels on the ground, this
could damage the transmission.
The vehicle must not be towed with
the front or rear wheels on the ground
even if it is in front "2WD" (2 wheel
drive) mode.

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Towing another vehicle



)
On the rear bumper, remove the
cover by pulling at the bottom using
the jack handle 2
.

)
Screw in the towing eye fully using
the wheelbrace 3
.

)
Install the towbar.

)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on the towed vehicle.
When being towed with the en-
gine off, there is no longer any
braking or steering assistance.


General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in your country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must stay at the wheel of the towed vehicle.
Driving on motorways and fast roads is prohibited when towing.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an ap-
proved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assis-
tance for braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service:


- vehicle broken down on a motorway or fast road,

- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering,
or release the parking brake,

- towing with only two wheels on the ground,

- where there is no approved towing bar available...

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TOWING A TRAILER,
CARAVAN, ETC.
Drivin
g advice
The maximum towing load on a long
slope depends on the gradient and the
outside temperature.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.

Side wind


)
Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.


Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.


)
To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.

Tyres


)
Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.


Lighting


)
Check the lighting and signalling on
the trailer.

)
If this message is dis-
played, stop your ve-
hicle as soon as it is
safe to do so.


If the message fl ashes slowly, wait for
the engine to cool before topping up the
level, if necessary.
If the message fl ashes rapidly, contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop without delay.
Opening of the lower tailgate is
prohibited if a towbar is being
used.
We recommend the use of gen-
uine CITROËN towbars and
their harnesses that have been
tested and approved from the design
stage of your vehicle and that the fi t-
ting of the towbar is entrusted to a
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop.
If the towbar is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative
that it is fi tted using the electrical pre-
equipment located at the rear of the
vehicle and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Driving with a trailer subjects the
towing vehicle to more signifi cant
stress and its driver must be particu-
larly careful.


Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer.
Distribution of loads


)
Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
as possible to the axle and the nose
weight approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towing
load must be reduced by 10 % of the
GTW and so on for every 1 000 metres
of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towing loads
which apply to your vehicle.

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A wide range of accessories and genu-
ine parts is available from the CITROËN
dealer network.
These accessories and parts have
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and
benefi t from CITROËN's recommenda-
tion and warranty.
"Comfort":

rear parking sensors, side sun blinds,
insulated module...


"Transports solutions":

boot liner, dog guard, roof bars, bicycle
carrier for roof bars, ski carrier, roof
box...
Trailer towbar which must be fi tted by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop.


"Security and safety":

anti-intrusion alarm, glass etching,
wheel security bolts, fi rst aid kit, warn-
ing triangle, high visibility vest, stolen
vehicle tracking system, child seats and
booster cushions, under-infl ation detec-
tion, anti-slip covers...


"Protection":

mat * , side protective mouldings...

"Multimedia":

MP3/USB audio systems, audio-tele-
phone, amplifi ers, satellite navigation
systems, hands-free kit, speakers, DVD
player, connection kit for MP3 player or
portable CD player...
Depending on the legislation in force
in the country, it may be compulsory
to have a high visibility safety vest,
warning triangle and spare bulbs and
fuses available in the vehicle.
The fi tting of electrical equip-
ment or accessories which are
not recommended by CITROËN
may result in a failure of your vehi-
cle's electronic system and exces-
sive electrical consumption.
Please note this precaution. You are
advised to contact a CITROËN rep-
resentative to be shown the range
of recommended equipment and ac-
cessories.


Installation of radio
communication transmitters
Before installing any after-market ra-
dio communication transmitter, you
can contact a CITROËN dealer for
the specifi cation of transmitters which
can be fi tted (frequency, maximum
power, aerial position, specifi c instal-
lation requirements), in line with the
Vehicle Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/104/EC).


*
To prevent any risk of jamming of
the pedals:


- ensure that the mat is positioned
and secured correctly,

- never fi t one mat on top of another.



"Style":

PVC door sill protectors, style rear
mudfl aps, Hortaz 18 inch alloy wheels,
chromed door handle shells, diffuser on
rear bumper, brushed aluminium look
boot sill protector...





ACCESSORIES

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TECHNICAL DATA
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WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (IN KG)


* The kerb weight is equal to the weight without load + driver (75 kg).

** The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).

*** The braked trailer value corresponds to the towing capacities of the vehicle on a 12 % gradient.
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle in order to protect the engine; reduce
the towed weight by 450 kg when your altitude increases by 1 000 m.
Engines


2.4 litre



2.2 litre HDi PEF



Gearbox


Manual
(5-speed)



CVT
(6-speed)



Manual

(6-speed)



DCS
(6-speed)



Model codes


VUSFY0



VVSFY0



VUSFY9



VVSFY9



VU4HK8



VV4HK8



VU4HK8


VU4HK8/
1P


VV4HK8

VV4HK8/
1P


Version


5
seats



7
seats



5
seats



7
seats



5
seats



7
seats



5
seats



7
seats


• Kerb weight *
1 650
1 685
1 680
1 715
1 790
1 825
1 810
1 845
• Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
2 290
2 410
2 410
• Gross train weight (GTW) **
3 870
4 510
4 510
• Unbraked trailer
750
750
750
• Braked trailer ***
1 500
2 000
2 000
• Recommended nose weight
75
100
100

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AUDIO and TELEMATICS
NAVIGATION-GUIDANCE

What is the navigation system and
the GPS?
The satellite navigation system guides
the driver to the destination that he has
set in accordance with a chosen route.
Initially, it searches for the destination
required by the user, then it calculates
the route and fi nally it provides the vi-
sual and audible guidance instructions.
What precautions should be
observed in order to make best use
of the system?
Do not place anything on or near the
GPS aerial.
Do not use any digital communication
equipment (personal computers, etc.)
near the GPS aerial.
Do not affi x any refl ective fi lms or fi lms
containing carbon to the windows.
The GPS (Global Position-
ing System) consists of
several satellites distribut-
ed around the earth. They
continuously transmit digi-
tal signals which travel at the speed of
light, on 2 different frequencies.
At any given time, the system receives
its position in relation to the satellites
detected and the time of transmission
of the signal.
This enables the telematic unit to cal-
culate its position and therefore that of
the vehicle.
A repositioning process using the map
database stored on the hard disk allows
the vehicle to be positioned on the road
network, so improving the accuracy of
the vehicle location function.
What is a point of interest
(POI)?
Up to 40 different icons may
be displayed (refer to the
section "Points of interest
icon").
They are classifi ed in
5 groups and identifi ed by one colour
for each group:


- Shops, fi nance and businesses
(Green),

- Vehicles and travel (Dark blue),

- Restaurants (Orange),

- Public places and emergency ser-
vices (Brown),

- Entertainment and attractions (Blue).




GPS

The system's measurements may be
inaccurate if the vehicle is:


- in a tunnel or underground car park,

- underneath a two-level motorway,

- in an area with several very high
buildings,

- surrounded by closely planted trees.
Depending on the vehicle's situation
and the reception of the GPS informa-
tion, the displayed information may dis-
appear from the screen temporarily. A point of interest (POI) is
represented by an icon on
the map, it represents an
airport, a station, a town
hall, ...

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AUDIO and TELEMATICS
Selecting points of interest (POI) icons displayed on the map
You can select up to 40 types of point
of interest icon which are displayed on
your map screen.
Press the MENU button then [Navigation
Settings].
Press [Screen] then [Select] on the POI
line.
Press [4] which is displayed.
Press each POI required.
At each contact with a POI, the display
of [α] changes (α = the POI will be dis-
played on the screen). General
Town centre
Locality
Shops, fi nance and businesses (Green)
Major companies
Shopping centre
Vehicles and travel (Dark blue)
CITROËN
Airport
Bus stop
Vehicle hire
Suburban station/station
Ferry terminal
Hotel
Park and ride
Car park (press +)
Service station
Rest area
Toll booth
Tourist information
Railway station
Restaurant (Orange)
Night life/night club
Restaurant Public places and emergency
services (Brown)
Town Hall
Community centre
Convention/exhibition centre
Hospital
University/college
Entertainment and attractions (Blue)
Theme park
Bowling alley
Casino
Cinema
Golf course
Historical monument
Skating rink

Marina
Museum
Flying club
Leisure area
Ski station
Sports centre
Theatre/opera
Tourist attraction
Vineyard/wine and spirit store

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EXTERIOR FRONT

Remote control key,
starting, battery ............................ 73-76
Central locking ...................................79
Sunroof ........................................ 82-83
Windscreen wipers ...................... 90-91
Rain sensor .......................................90
Opening the bonnet .........................126
Engine ..................................... 127-128
Towing .............................................154 Door mirrors .......................................61
Opening/closing the doors ........... 79-80
Filling with fuel ...................................84
Fuel gauge.........................................84
Lighting, direction indicators, foglamps,
headlamps ................................... 86-89
Changing bulbs........................ 137-141
Brakes ..................................... 112, 131
ABS .................................................103
Tyres, pressures ..............................162
Brake pads ......................................131
Alloy wheels.....................................132

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EXTERIOR REAR

3rd brake lamp.................................142
Tailgate ........................................ 80-81
Rear wiper .........................................91
Spare wheel, jack,
changing, fi tting ....................... 132-136
Lower tailgate ....................................81
Towbar .............................................156
Rear parking sensors .............. 123-124
Towing .............................................154
Rear lamps, direction indicators,
foglamps ...................................... 86-89
Changing bulbs........................ 142-144 Door mirror ........................................61
Side repeaters .................................140
Opening/closing the doors ........... 79-80
Brakes ..................................... 112, 131
ABS .................................................103
Tyres, pressures ..............................162
Brake pads ......................................131
Alloy wheels.....................................132 Accessories .....................................158
Roof bars .........................................157

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INTERIOR

Rear fi ttings ................................. 69-72


- stowing rings,

- storage tray,

- load space cover.
Child seats ................................. 94-101 Seats ........................................... 50-52


- head restraint,

- heated seat controls.
Rear seats ................................... 53-57
Seat belts................................. 105-107 Courtesy lamp, interior lighting .... 92-93
Airbags ..................................... 108-111 Rear bench seat
(7-seat version)............................ 58-60