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LOAD REDUCTION MODE
System which manages the use of cer-
tain functions according to the level of
charge remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the
load reduction function temporarily deac-
tivates certain functions, such as the air
conditioning, the heated rear screen...
The deactivated functions are reactivat-
ed automatically as soon as conditions
permit.
ENERGY ECONOMY MODE
System which manages the period of
use of certain functions to conserve a
suffi cient level of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can
still use functions such as the audio
equipment, windscreen wipers, dipped
beam headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc.
for a maximum combined period of thirty
minutes.
Switching to economy mode
Once this period has elapsed, a message
appears in the screen indicating that the ve-
hicle has switched to economy mode and
the active functions are put on standby.
If the telephone is being used at
the same time on the navigation
system, it will be interrupted after
10 minutes.
A fl at battery prevents the engine
from starting (refer to the corre-
sponding paragraph).
Exiting economy mode
These functions are reactivated auto-
matically the next time the vehicle is
driven.
)
In order to resume the use of these
functions immediately, start the engine
and let it run for a few minutes.
The time available to you will then be
double the period for which the engine
is left running. However, this period will
always be between fi ve and thirty minutes.
This period may be greatly re-
duced if the battery is not fully
charged.
CHANGING A WIPER BLADE
Before removing a front wiper
blade
)
Within one minute after switching off
the ignition, operate the wiper stalk
to position the wiper blades verti-
cally on the windscreen.
Removing
)
Raise the corresponding wiper arm.
)
Unclip the wiper blade and remove it.
Fitting
)
Put the corresponding new wiper
blade in place and clip it.
)
Fold down the wiper arm carefully.
After fitting a front wiper blade
)
Switch on the ignition.
)
Operate the wiper stalk again to
park the wiper blades.
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TOWING THE VEHICLE
Procedure for having your vehicle
towed or for towing another vehicle us-
ing a removable towing eye.
The towing eye is installed in the boot
under the fl oor.
To gain access to it:
)
open the boot,
)
raise the fl oor,
)
secure it by hooking its cord on the
hook on the rear parcel shelf sup-
port,
)
remove the towing eye from the
holder.
Access to the tools
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
approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power as-
sistance 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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)
On the front bumper, unclip the cov-
er by pressing at the bottom.
)
Screw the towing eye in fully.
)
Install the towing bar.
Towing your vehicle
)
Place the gear lever in neutral
(position N
on the electronic
gearbox system or automatic
gearbox).
Failure to observe this in-
struction could result in dam-
age to certain components
(braking, transmission...)
and the absence of braking
assistance the next time the
engine is started.
)
On the rear bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing at the bottom.
)
Screw the towing eye in fully.
)
Install the towing bar.
)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on both vehicles.
)
Move off gently, drive slowly and for
a short distance.
Towing another vehicle
)
Unlock the steering by turning the
key in the ignition one notch and re-
lease the parking brake.
)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on both vehicles.
)
Move off gently, drive slowly and for
a short distance.
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TOWING A TRAILER,
A CARAVAN, ETC.
We recommend the use of genu-
ine CITROËN towbars and their
harnesses that have been tested
and approved from the design
stage of your vehicle, and that
the fi tting of the towbar is en-
trusted to a CITROËN dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop.
If the towbar is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is impera-
tive that it is fi tted in accordance
with the vehicle manufacturer's
instructions. The rear parking sensors will
be deactivated automatically if
a genuine CITROËN towbar is
used.
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a
trailer or caravan with additional lighting
and signalling.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer. Driving with a trailer places greater de-
mands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
Driving advice
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 towed load
must be reduced by 10 % for every
1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towed loads
which apply to your vehicle.
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. The maximum towed load on a long in-
cline depends on the gradient and the
ambient temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the cool-
ant temperature.
)
If the warning lamp and the
STOP
warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine as
soon as possible.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a
long mountain type of descent, the use
of engine braking is recommended.
Tyres
)
Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
)
Check the electrical lighting and sig-
nalling on the trailer.
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MODELS:
ENGINES AND GEARBOXES
Model codes:
NC...
8FR0
5FS0
5FS9
5FS9/D *
PETROL ENGINES
VTi 95
VTi 120
Cubic capacity (cc)
1 397
1 598
Bore x stroke (mm)
77 x 72.5
77 x 85.8
Max power: EU standard (kW)
70
88
Max power engine speed (rpm)
6 000
6 000
Max torque: EU standard (Nm)
135
160
Max torque engine speed (rpm)
4 000
4 250
Fuel
Unleaded
Unleaded
Catalytic converter
yes
yes
GEARBOXES
Manual
(5-speed)
Manual
(5-speed)
Auto
(4-speed)
OIL CAPACITIES (in litres)
Engine (with fi lter replacement)
4.25
4.25
4.25
* According to country of sale.
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MODELS:
ENGINES AND GEARBOXES
Model codes:
NC...
NFUB
NFUC
NFUE
5FV8/P
PETROL ENGINES
1.6 i 16V
THP 155
Cubic capacity (cc)
1 587
1 598
Bore x stroke (mm)
78.5 x 82
77 x 85.8
Max power: EU standard (kW)
80
115
Max power engine speed (rpm)
5 800
6 000
Max torque: EU standard (Nm)
147
240
Max torque engine speed (rpm)
4 000
1 400
Fuel
Unleaded
Unleaded
Catalytic converter
yes
yes
GEARBOXES
Manual
(5-speed)
Automatic
(4-speed)
Electronic gearbox system
(6-speed)
OIL CAPACITIES (in litres)
Engine (with fi lter replacement)
3.25
3.25
4.25
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The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned
must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient
temperature is above 37 °C, limit the towed load. *
The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GVW of the towing vehicle is reduced by an
equal amount. Warning: towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (in kg)
Petrol engines
VTi 95
VTi 120
Gearboxes
Manual
Manual
Auto
Model codes:
NC...
8FR0
5FS0
5FS9
5FS9/D
- Unladen weight
1 200
1 205
1 270
- Kerb weight
1 275
1 280
1 345
- Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
1 720
1 765
1 755
- Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12 % gradient
2 920
3 065
3 055
- Braked trailer (within the GTW limit)
on a 12 % gradient
1 200
1 300
1 300
- Braked trailer * (with load transfer
within the GTW limit)
1 450
1 550
1 550
- Unbraked trailer
635
640
670
- Recommended nose weight
75
75
75
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WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (in kg)
Petrol engines
1.6 i 16V
THP 155
Gearboxes
Manual
Automatic
Manual
Model codes:
NC...
NFUB
NFUC
NFUE
5FV8/P
- Unladen weight
1 205
1 265
1 275
- Kerb weight
1 280
1 340
1 350
- Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
1 730
1 765
1 805
- Maximum train weight (GTW)
on a 12 % gradient
2 530
2 565
3 205
- Braked trailer (within the GTW limit)
on a 12 % gradient
800
800
1 400
- Braked trailer * (with transfer of load
within the GTW limit)
1 050
1 050
1 560
- Unbraked trailer
640
670
675
- Recommended nose weight
75
75
75
The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned
must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient
temperature is above 37 °C, limit the towed load. *
The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GVW of the towing vehicle is reduced by an
equal amount. Warning: towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
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MODEL:
ENGINE AND GEARBOX
Model codes:
NC...
5FL0/GL
LPG ENGINE
VTi 120
Cubic capacity (cc)
1 598
Bore x stroke (mm)
77 x 85.8
Max. power: EU standard (kW)
88
Max. power speed (rpm)
6 000
Max torque: EU standard (Nm)
160
Max. torque speed (rpm)
4 250
Fuel
LPG/Unleaded
Catalytic converter
Yes
GEARBOX
Manual
(5-speed)
OIL CAPACITY (in litres)
Engine (with fi lter replacement)
4.25
For more information on the operation and use of your LPG vehicle, refer to the specifi c insert attached to the other vehicle
documents.
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WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (in kg)
LPG engine
VTi 120
Gearbox
Manual
Model codes:
NC...
5FL0/GL
- Unladen weight
1 265
- Kerb weight
1 340
- Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
1 765
- Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12 % slope
3 065
- Braked trailer (within GTW limit)
on a 12 % slope
1 300
- Braked trailer * (with load transfer
within the GTW limit)
1 550
- Unbraked trailer
640
- Recommended nose weight
75
The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned
must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient
temperature is above 37 °C, limit the towed load.
*
The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GVW of the towing vehicle is reduced by an
equal amount; warning, towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.