wheel bolts Citroen C6 DAG 2009 1.G Owner's Manual

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It is imperative not to exceed a speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) on the spare wheel.
The wheel bolts are specifi c to the type of wheel.
If the type of wheel is changed, check with your CITROËN dealer that the wheel bolts are compatible with the new wheels.
Note: take care to note down the code number engrav ed on the head of the anti-theft bolt socket. This will enable you to obtain replacement anti-theft bolt sockets from a dealership.
WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE
If your vehicle is equipped with a spare wheel for temporary use only, when fi tting it it is normal to observe that the wheel bolts do not come to bear on the wheel rim.
The spare wheel is secured by the conical tapering of the wheel bolt’s shaft. See illustration.
When refi tting the original wheel, ensure that the wheel bolt contact surfaces are clean and in good condition.
REFITTING A WHEEL1. Fit the wheel on the hub, using the centring guide. Make sure that the contact surface between the hub and the wheel is clean.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. Refi t the embellisher.6. Return the ground clearance to the normal position. See "Ground clearance adjustment".7. Ensure the tyre pressure is correct (see "Vehicle identifi cation") and have the balancing checked.
WHEEL EQUIPPED WITH DEFLATION DETECTION SENSOR
Such wheels have tyre pressure sensors. It is essential to have repairs carried out by a CITROËN dealer.
ANTI-THEFT BOLTS
Each wheel is equipped with one anti-theft bolt.
To remove it1. Remove the protector that is covering it by means of the tool 4 for "removing anti-theft protectors".2. Use the anti-theft socket with the handle.
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