Citroen C3 PLURIEL DAG 2008 1.G Owner's Manual
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Access to the spare wheel
To access the spare wheel
Lift the boot carpet.
Remove the jack- holder to access the wheel.
Tools
The tools are to be found in a protective holder inside the spare wheel.Note: I n c a b r i o l e t o r s p i d e r c o n fi g u r a t i o n , i t i s n e c e s s a r y t o m o v e t h e r o o f cassette in order to access the spare wheel.
To reposition the spare wheel
Return the wheel to the boot, place the toolbox inside the wheel, then secure using the strap.
Tyre pressures
T h i s i s i n d i c a t e d o n t h e l a b e l o n t h e f r o n t d o o r p i l l a r . S e e “ V e h i c l e i d e n t i fi c a -tion” and “User Precautions”.
Advice
T h e w h e e l b o l t s a r e s p e c i fi c t o t h e t y p e o f w h e e l .
If the type of wheel is changed, check with your CITROËN dea ler that the wheel bolts are compatible with the new wheels.
T h e j a c k a n d a l l t h e t o o l s a r e d e s i g n e d s p e c i fi c a l l y f o r u s e o n your particular vehicle.
Do not use them for any other applications.
With a spare wheel, drive cautiously.
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Removal1. P a r k t h e v e h i c l e o n s t a b l e , fi r m g r o u n d t h a t i s n o t s l i p p e r y . A p p l y t h e parking brake. S w i t c h o f f t h e i g n i t i o n a n d e n g a g e fi r s t g e a r o r r e v e r s e g e a r , d e p e n d i n g on any slope.You must ensure that all of the vehicle occupants have le ft the vehi-cle and are in a safe location.
2. Detach the wheel trim if there is one, using the end of the wheelbrace 4, pulling close to the valve.3. S l a c k e n t h e w h e e l b o l t s . F o r v e h i c l e s w i t h a l u m i n i u m w h e e l r i m s , fi r s t remove the bolt protectors using tool 6 and use the socket for the anti- theft bolt 5.4. Position the jack 1 at the vehicle subframe jacking point closest to the wheel to be changed. Make sure that the whole surface of the jack base is in contact with the ground.5. Expand the jack 1 until the wheel is a few centimetres above the ground.6. Remove the uppermost bolt.7. Undo the other bolts, remove the wheel.
Tools1. J a c k .2. Movable towing eye.3. Compartment for bulb kit (Not supplied).4. Wheelbrace.5. Socket for anti- theft bolts (For vehicles with aluminium wheel rims).6. Tool for removing wheel bolt protectors (For vehicles with alumin ium wheel rims).
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R e fi t t i n g1. Engage the wheel on the hub.2. Screw in the bolts but do not fully tighten them.3. Lower the jack and remove it.4. Tighten the wheel bolts, using the wheelbrace.5. R e fi t t h e e m b e l l i s h e r , t a k i n g c a r e t o a c c o m m o d a t e t h e t y r e v a l v e . F o r v e h i c l e s e q u i p p e d w i t h a l u m i n i u m r i m s , r e fi t t h e w h e e l b o l t p r o t e c t o r s .6. H a v e t h e o r i g i n a l w h e e l r e p a i r e d a n d r e fi t t e d a s s o o n a s p o s s i b l e .7. M a k e s u r e t h a t t h e t y r e i s a t t h e c o r r e c t p r e s s u r e ( s e e “ V e h i c l e I d e n - t i fi c a t i o n ” a n d “ U s e r P r e c a u t i o n s ” ) a n d h a v e t h e w h e e l b a l a n c i n g checked.
Dimension of the spare wheel
If your spare wheel is of a dimension different to that of the wheels normally fi t t e d o n y o u r v e h i c l e ( i d e n t i fi e d b y a l a b e l ) , i t i s e s s e n t i a l t o u s e t h e s p a r e w h e e l o n l y o n a t e m p o r a r y b a s i s , t o d r i v e c a r e f u l l y , n o t t o e x c e e d 8 0 k m / h ( 5 0 m p h ) , t o h a v e t h e o r i g i n a l w h e e l r e fi t t e d a s s o o n a s p o s s i b l e a n d n e v e r t o d r i v e w i t h m o r e t h a n o n e s p a r e w h e e l o f a d i f f e r e n t d i m e n s i o n fi t t e d o n y o u r v e h i c l e .
Never get underneath the vehicle if it is supported only by the jack.
When changing a wheel, it is essential to park the vehicle safely on level and stable ground.
Wheel for temporary use
I f y o u r v e h i c l e h a s l i g h t a l l o y w h e e l r i m s b u t a s t e e l s p a r e w h e e l , i f y o u fi t the latter it is normal to notice that the wheel bolts do not appear to contact on the rim.
The spare wheel is secured by the conical tapering of the whe el bolt’s shaft (See illustration).
w h e n r e fi t t i n g t h e l i g h t a l l o y w h e e l , m a k e s u r e t h a t t h e t a p e r i n g c o n t a c t f a c e s of the wheel bolts are clean and in good condition.
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Towing with wheels on the ground
T o w i n g e y e fi x i n g s a r e l o c a t e d a t t h e f r o n t a n d a t t h e r e a r o f t h e v e h i c l e .
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 engine)
F o r v e h i c l e s fi t t e d w i t h a m a n u a l g e a r b o x , t h e g e a r l e v e r m u s t b e i n n e u t r a l . If neutral is not engaged, certain brake components may be dama ged and braking assistance may not function when re-starting the engine.
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MAV: Unladen weight.
MTAC: Gross vehicle weight.
CMAE AR: Maximum weight on rear axle.
MTRA: Gross train weight.
Weights: Refer to the manufactur-er's plate.
BVM: Manual gearbox.
BVMP: Electronic Gearbox Sys-tem.
Observe your vehicle's towing limits.
It is essential to comply with the max. Gross Trailer Weights and s p e e d l i m i t s a s s p e c i fi e d b y l e g i s -lation in each country.
For further information about the towing capacity of your vehicle and its max. authorised Gross Train Weight, contact a CITROËN dealer.
Engine type1.4iBVM1.6i 16VBVMPHDi 70BVM
Fuel tank capacity A p p r o x i m a t e l y 4 7 l i t r e s
Fuels to be usedUnleaded petrol R O N 9 5 - R O N 9 8Diesel fuel
Turning circle between walls (in metres) 1 1 . 5 5 1 1 . 5 5 1 1 . 5 5
F r e n c h fi s c a l r a t i n g 5 7 4
Calculated maximum speed in km/h (mph) (In the highest gear) 1 6 0 ( 9 9 ) 1 8 2 ( 1 1 3 ) 1 5 8 ( 9 8 )
Weights (kg)
U n l a d e n w e i g h t ( M A V ) 1 1 3 6 1 1 7 7 1 1 8 9
Gross vehicle weight (MTAC) 1 5 0 6 1 5 4 3 1 5 3 6
Maximum weight on rear axle (CMAE AR) 7 3 5 7 3 5 7 3 5
Gross train weight (MTRA) 2 1 0 6 2 1 4 3 2 1 3 6
Gross trailer weight (with brakes) (Within the Gross Train Weight limit) 8 5 0 8 5 0 8 5 0
Gross trailer weight (without brakes) 5 4 0 6 0 0 5 4 0
Trailer nose weight 3 2 3 2 3 2
Maximum roof rack load 5 0
Dimensions of chainable tyres 1 8 5 / 6 5 R 1 5
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( I N M E T R E S )
A 2 . 4 6 0
B 3 . 9 3 4
C 0 . 7 7 9
D 0 . 6 9 5
E 1 . 4 3 1
F 1 . 4 3 0 / 1 . 4 3 5
G 1 . 7 0 0
H 1 . 5 5 9 / 1 . 5 6 3
I 1 . 8 7 7
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( I N M E T R E S )
A 0 . 9 8 7
B 0 . 4 0 0
C 0 . 6 6 0
D 0 . 8 8 5
E 0 . 6 4 5
F 1 . 1 8 0
G 0 . 7 3 0
H 0 . 6 3 5
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( 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 ) )
T h e s e c o n s u m p t i o n fi g u r e s a r e e s t a b l i s h e d a c c o r d i n g t o D i r e c t i v e 8 0 / 1 2 6 8 / C E E . F u e l c o n s u m p t i o n c a n v a r y d e p e n d - i n g o n s t y l e o f d r i v i n g , t r a f fi c c o n d i t i o n s , w e a t h e r c o n d i t i o n s , v e h i c l e l o a d , h o w t h e v e h i c l e h a s b e e n m a i n t a i n e d a n d on use of accessories.
Engine type1.4i1.6i 16 VHDi 70
Saloon B V M B V M P B V M
Urban 8 . 9 ( 3 1 . 7 ) 8 . 3 ( 3 4 . 0 ) 5 . 5 ( 5 1 . 4 )
Extra urban 5 . 5 ( 5 1 . 4 ) 5 . 5 ( 5 1 . 4 ) 4 . 0 ( 7 0 . 6 )
Combined 6 . 8 ( 4 1 . 5 ) 6 . 6 ( 4 2 . 8 ) 4 . 5 ( 6 2 . 8 )
CO2 emissions
Combined (g/km) 1 6 3 1 5 7 1 2 0
T h e f u e l c o n s u m p t i o n fi g u r e s q u o t e d a r e c o r r e c t a t t i m e o f g o i n g to press.
BVM: Manual gearbox.
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Self-adhesive manufacturer’s plateA. On the LH door aperture, above the striker plate.1. EU type approval number.2. V e h i c l e i d e n t i fi c a t i o n N o . ( V I N ) .3. Gross vehicle weight.4. Gross train weight.5. Maximum weight on front axle.6. Maximum weight on rear axle.B. Paint colour codeTyre reference
Tyre pressures
C. Factory serial no. under the windscreenD. Body serial number
T h e v e h i c l e t y p e a n d t h e i d e n t i fi c a t i o n n u m b e r a r e a l s o i n d i c a t e d o n t h e registration document.
All CITROËN original replacement parts are available exclusively w ithin the dealer network.
For your safety and in order to remain within the terms of the guarantee, you are advised to use only CITROËN replacement parts.For your safety and in order to remain within the terms of order to remain