tow bar Citroen C4 RHD 2011 2.G Owner's Manual

9
DRIVING
159

The system may suffer tem-
porary interference in certain
weather conditions(rain, hail...).
In particular, driving on a wet sur-
face or moving from a dry area to
a wet area can cause false alerts
(for example, the presence of a
fog of water droplets in the blind
spot angle is interpreted as a
vehicle).
In bad or wintry weather, ensure
that the sensors are not covered
by mud, ice or snow.
Take care not to cover the warn-
ing zone in the door mirrors or
the detection zones on the front
and rear bumpers with adhesive
labels or other objects; they may
hamper the correct operation of
the system.



)
To deactivate the system, press this
button again; the warning lamp goes
off.
The state of the system remains in
memory on switching off the ignition.

Operating fault

In the event of a fault, the warning lamp
in the button fl ashes then goes off.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualifi ed workshop.
The system is automatically de-
activated when towing with a
towbar approved by CITROËN.

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In addition to the rear parking sensors,
the front parking sensors are triggered
when an obstacle is detected in front
and the speed of the vehicle is still below
6 mph (10 km/h).
The sound emitted by the speaker (front
or rear) indicates whether the obstacle
is in front or behind.
The front parking sensors are interrupted
if the vehicle stops for more than three
seconds in forward gear, if no further ob-
stacles are detected or when the speed
of the vehicle exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).

Front parking sensors

Deactivation/Activation of the front
and rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated by pressing
this button. The indicator lamp in the
button comes on.
Pressing this button again reactivates
the function. The indicator lamp in the
button goes off.
Operating fault



The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being
towed or a bicycle carrier is fi t-
ted (vehicle fi tted with a towbar
or bicycle carrier recommended
by CITROËN).

In bad weather or in winter, en-
sure that the sensors are not
covered with mud, ice or snow.
When reverse gear is engaged,
an audible signal (long beep) in-
dicates that the sensors may be
dirty.
When the vehicle is moving at a
speed below 6 mph (10 km/h),
certain sound sources (motor-
cycle, lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.)
may trigger the audible signals
of the parking sensor system.
In the event of a malfunction
of the system, when reverse
gear is engaged this warn-
ing lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel and/or a message ap-
pears in the screen, accompanied by
an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
201
TOWING THE VEHICLE
Procedure for having your vehicle towed
or for towing another vehicle using 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 support,

)
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
assistance 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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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
202


)
On the front bumper, unclip the cover
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 spe-
cial condition could result
in damage to certain brak-
ing components and the ab-
sence 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 and drive for a short
distance only.



Towing another vehicle


)
Unlock the steering by turning the
ignition key one notch and release
the parking brake.

)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on both vehicles.

)
Move off gently and drive for a short
distance only.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
203
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 trailer is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative
that it is fi tted using the vehicle's
electrical pre-equipment, in ac-
cordance with the 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 coolant
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.

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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205
ACCESSORIES
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.


Conversion kits
You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to
convert a trade vehicle to a private car
and vice-versa.



"Comfort":
door defl ectors, side window blinds,
rear screen blind, isotherm module,
coat hanger fi xed to head restraint,
moveable courtesy mirror, reading
lamp, mirror for caravan, speed limiter/
cruise control, parking sensors...
"Transport systems":
boot carpet, boot liner, boot net, boot
spacers, transverse roof bars, bicycle
carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes, towbars,
towbar wiring harnesses...

"Styling":
gear lever knobs, aluminium foot rest,
alloy wheels, wheel embellishers,
chrome exhaust tailpipe, chrome mirror
shells, chrome door aperture fi nishers,
tailgate lower chrome fi nisher...

*

To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:



- ensure that mats are correctly posi-
tioned and secured,

- never fi t one mat on top of another.

"Security and safety":
anti-intrusion alarm, microwave sensor,
anti-tilt sensor, stolen vehicle tracking
system, child seats and booster cushions,
breathalyser, fi rst aid kit, fi re extinguisher,
warning triangle, high visibility vest, dog
guard, wheel security bolts, snow chains,
non-slip covers, front foglamp kit...

"Protection":
mats * , seat covers compatible with lateral
airbags, door sill protectors, mud fl aps,
door protective rubbing strips, bumper pro-
tection strips, vehicle cover...
If a towbar and wiring harness
are fi tted outside the CITROËN
dealer network, the installation
must be done using the vehicle's
electrical pre-equipment and in
line with the manufacturer's rec-
ommendations.

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VISUAL SEARCH
EXTERIOR


Remote control ........................... 78-82


- opening/closing

- anti-theft protection

- starting

- battery


Wiper controls......................... 101-103
Changing a wiper blade ................. 200
Door mirrors ................................ 75-76
Blind spot sensors .................. 157-159

Boot ........................................... 83, 88
Temporary puncture repair kit .....178-182
Changing a wheel ................... 183-186


- tools

- removing/refi tting


Changing bulbs....................... 191-192


- rear lamps

- 3 rd brake lamp

- number plate lamp


Parking sensors ...................... 167-168
Parking space sensors ........... 165-166
Towbar ........................................... 203
Towing .................................... 201-202

Accessories ............................ 205-206
Panoramic sunroof .......................... 91

Braking assistance ........................ 128
Trajectory control .................... 129-130
Tyre under-infl ation detection ........ 127
Tyre pressures ....................... 182, 214
Lighting controls ......................... 94-97
Headlamp adjustment...................... 98
Welcome lighting ..................... 98, 106
Directional lighting systems ...... 99-100
Changing bulbs....................... 187-190


- front lamps

- front foglamps

- side repeaters


Doors ......................................... 83, 87


- opening/closing

- emergency control
Child lock ....................................... 125
Electric windows ......................... 89-90
Alarm .......................................... 85-86

Fuel tank ..................................... 92-93

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
S Steering mounted
controls .............................220, 271
Stopping the vehicle .....80, 147, 150
Stop Start .................. 61, 67, 69, 92,
154, 170, 176, 197, 295
Storage ........ 107, 108, 110-112, 115
Storage compartments ....... 107, 110
Storage drawer ........................... 113
Storage net ................................. 115
Stowing rings .............................. 115
Sun visor ....................................108
Synchronising
the remote control ......................81
Synthesiser, voice ......................234
Systems, ASR and ESP .............129
T Table of weights .................209, 212
Tables of engines ............... 207, 211
Tables of fuses ...........................193
Tank, fuel ......................................93
Technical data .....................207-214
Telephone ...........................240, 283
Temperature control
for heated seats .........................72
Temporary tyre repair kit ............178
Ticket holder ...............................107
Time .............................47, 259, 294
TMC (Traffi c info) .......................237
Tools ...........................................183
Torch .......................................... 117
Total distance recorder .................47
Towbar ........................................203
Towed loads .......................209, 212
Towing another vehicle ...............201
Traction control (ASR) ................129
Traffi c information
(TA) ..........................238, 251, 274T Traffi c information
(TMC) ...............................237, 238
Trip computer ..........................58-61
Trip distance recorder ..................47
Tyre pressures ...........................214
Tyre under-infl ation
detection .............................46, 127
U Under-infl ation
(detection) ................................127
Under fl oor storage .................... 117
Unlocking from the inside .............83
Unlocking the boot .................78, 88
Unlocking the doors .....................78
USB Box .............................109, 279
USB port .............................109, 279
V Ventilation ................................62-64
W Warning lamps ........................32-42
Weights ..............................209, 212
Welcome lighting ..................98, 106
Window controls ...........................89
Wipers ................................101, 102
X Xenon headlamps ......................187