jacking Citroen C4 AIRCROSS RHD 2014.5 1.G Owner's Manual

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Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not block traffic; the ground must be level, stable and not slippery. Apply the parking brake, switch off the ignition and engage first gear to block the wheels. Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a jack; use an axle stand.
List of operations
 If your vehicle has security bolts (available as an accessory), fit the security bolt socket 5 to the wheelbrace 1 to slacken the security bolt.  Slacken the other bolts using the wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
Never use a jack other than the one provided by the manufacturer.
 Place the foot of the jack 2 on the ground and ensue that it is directly below the front A or rear B jacking point provided on the underbody, whichever is closest to the wheel to be changed.
Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel , remove the trim first using the handle 3 , pulling at the cutout. When refitting the wheel , refit the trim starting by placing its cutout opposite the valve and press on its outer edge with the palm of your hand.

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 Extend the jack 2 until it comes into contact with the jacking point A or B used; the contact area A or B on the vehicle must be correctly inserted into the central part of the head of the jack.
 Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient space between the wheel and the ground to admit the spare (not punctured) wheel easily.
 Remove the bolts and store them in a clean place.  Remove the wheel.
Ensure that the jack is stable.
If the ground is slippery or loose, the jack may slip or drop - Risk of injury! Ensure that the jack is positioned only at the jacking point A or B under the vehicle, ensuring that the contact area on the vehicle is well centred on the head of the jack. Otherwise there is a risk of damage to the vehicle and/or of the jack dropping or slipping - Risk of injury!