engine Citroen C2 DAG 2008 1.G Owner's Guide

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Starting the engine after disconnecting and reconnecting the batteryTurn the ignition key.
Wait approximately 1 minute before operating the starter in order to allow the electronic systems to re-initialise. It may be necessary to enter the radio code.

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Starting the engine with an assisting battery
If the battery is discharged, it is possible to use either a separate emergency battery or a battery on another vehicle.A. Dischargedbattery (Under the bonnet).B. Assisting battery.
Check that the assisting battery has suffi cient voltage (12 V).
If you use the battery on another vehicle, stop the engine on the latter. The two vehicles must not come into direct contact wit h each other.
Connect the cables according to the order indicated in the dia-ordergram. Check that the leads are well secured (risk of sparks).
Start the engine of the assisting vehicle. Let the engine run for around 1 minute at a slightly accelerated idle.
Operate the starter on the vehicle being assisted.
It is essential to follow the indicated sequence correctly .
Never approach with a fl ame or create sparks in the vicinity of the battery (explosive gas).
The battery contains dilute sulphuric acid which is highly corrosive.
When handling batteries, always protect your face a nd especially your eyes.
In the event of any contact with the skin, rinse immediatel y with copious amounts of fresh water.
Advice
Do not touch the leads during the operation.
Do not lean over the batteries.
Disconnect the cables in reverse order, making sure they do not touch together.
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F U S E S
Any action on the MAXI fuses (that give extra protection) (in grey in the diagrams), located in the fuseboxes, should be left to a CITROËN dealer.grey in the diagrams), lthe dia
Fusebox
To access the fusebox located in the engine compartment, remove the battery cover and detach the lid.
After a repair, take care to reclose the cover.
Fuses under the bonnet

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T A B L E O F F U S E S
F U S E S U N D E R T H E B O N N E T
Ref.RatingFunction
120 AWater-in-diesel-fuel sensor
215 AHorn
310 AScreen wash
420 AHeadlamp wash
515 AFuel pump
610 APower steering
710 ACoolant level sensor
825 AStarter
910 AECUs (ABS, ESP)
1030 AEngine control actuators (Ignition coil, Electrovalve, Oxygen sensor, Injection) – Canister purge
1140 AAir blower
1230 AWindscreen wiper
1430 AAir pump (petrol version) – Diesel fuel heater
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R E F U E L L I N G
To open the fl ap, pull at the edge.
Locking fi ller cap
Turn the key a quarter turn to lock and unlock the fi ller cap.
When refuelling, place the cap in the support provided on the inside of the fi ller fl ap.
For a petrol engine with a cata-lytic converter, unleaded fuel is compulsory.
The fi ller neck is narrower to ensure that only unleaded petrol can be put in.
When you are seeking to fi ll your tank, do not persist after the third cut-off; that could cause your vehicle to malfunction.
Fuel tank capacity (in litres): Approx. 41.
If you should put in fuel that is not suitable for your vehicle's engine type, it is imperative to have the tank drained be fore you start the engine again.
FUEL QUALITY
A label inside the fi ller fl ap tells you which type of fuel to use.
UNLEADED PETROLDIESEL FUEL
The petrol engines are designed to run on RON 95.
However, for better performance (petrol engine), we recommend RON 98.

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T O W I N G – L I F T I N G
Towing with wheels on the ground
Towing eye fi xings are located at the front and at the rear of the vehicle.
To access them:Carefully lift the access cover.
Release it by pressing on the lower part.
A lug keeps the cover attached to the bumper, so that it do es not become lost.
The ignition key must be in position M to retain steering.
Use a bar with attachments to the towing eyes as above.
Vehicles with manual gearbox (diesel models)
For vehicles with a manual gearbox, the gear lever must be in "n eutral", otherwise some components in the braking system could become damaged and impair braking assistance the next time the engine is started.

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F U E L C O N S U M P T I O N
( I N L I T R E S / 1 0 0 K M ( M I L E S P E R G A L L O N ) )
These consumption fi gures are established according to Directive 80/1268/CEE. Fuel consumption can vary depend-ing on style of driving, traffi c conditions, weather conditions, vehicle load, how the vehicle has been maintained and on use of accessories.
Engine type1.1i61 hp1.4i75 hp1.4i75 hp1.4i 16V90 hp1.6i 16V110 hp1.6i 16V125 hpHDi 70HDi 701.6 HDi 110 hp FAP
SaloonEntrepriseBVMBVMBVMPBVMP
Stop & StartBVMPBVMBVMBVMPBVM
UrbanCO2 emissions (g/km)
7.5(37.7)178
7.9(35.8)190
7.5(37.7)181
6.8(41.5)162
8.3(34.0)199
9.3(30.4)223
5.3(53.3)141
4.9(57.6)130
5.7(49.6)151
Extra urbanCO2 emissions (g/km)
4.8(58.9)114
4.9(57.6)117
4.8(58.9)116
4.8(58.9)116
5.2(54.3)124
5.4(52.3)129
3.7(76.3)96
3.8(74.3)99
3.7(76.3)98
CombinedCO2 emissions (g/km)
5.8(48.7)138
6.0(47.1)143
5.8(48.7)138
5.6(50.4)133
6.3(44.8)151
6.9(40.9)163
4.3(65.7)113
4.2(67.3)111
4.4(64.2)119
The fuel consumption fi gures quoted are correct at time of going to press.
BVM: Manual gearbox.
BVMP: Electronic Gearbox System.
FAP: Diesel particulate fi lter system.

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G E N E R A L
Saloon
Engine type1.1iBVM1.4iBVM1.4iBVMP1.4i 16V90 hpBVMP
1.6i 16V110 hpBVMP
1.6i 16V125 hpBVM
Fuel tank capacityApproximately 41 litres
Fuels to be usedUnleaded petrol RON 95 - RON 98
Turning circle between walls (in metres)9.69.610.79.610.710.710.710.7
French fi scal rating455567
Calculated maximum speed in km/h (mph)(In the highest gear)158(98)169(105)169(105)181(112)195(121)202(125)
Weights (kg)
Unladen weight (MAV)9569909951 0131 0711 084
Gross vehicle weight (MTAC)1 3361 3621 3911 4101 4251 415
Maximum weight on rear axle (CMAE AR)710
Gross train weight (MTRA)1 7861 8121 8411 8601 8751 865
Gross trailer weight (with brakes) (Within the Gross Train Weight limit)520530530540560620
Gross trailer weight (without brakes)450
Trailer nose weight25
Maximum roof rack load60
Dimensions of chainable tyres175/65 R14 - 185/55 R15 - 195/45 R16