tow CITROEN DS3 CABRIO 2014 Handbook (in English)

219Practical information
Changing main beam headlamp
bulbs
)Remove the protective cover by pulling on
th
e tab. )Disconnect the bulb connector. )Spread the springs to release the bulb.)Remove the bulb and change it.
To r efit, carry out these operations in reverseorder.
Changing sidelamp bulbs
)
Remove the protective cover by pulling on
the tab.
) Pull the bulb holder pressing on the tabs on both sides. )
Pull the bulb and change it.
To r efit, carry out these operations in reverse order.

Changing integrated directionindicator side repeaters
)
Insert a screwdriver towards the centre of
the repeater between the repeater and the
base of the door mirror.) Tilt the screwdriver to extract the repeater and remove it. )
Disconnect the repeater connector.)
Replace the module.
To r efit, carry out these operations in reverse order.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop to obtain areplacement side repeater module.

221Practical information
1.Brake lamps / sidelamps (P21/5W).2.Sidelamps (P5W).3.Direction indicators (PY21W amber)4.Foglamp, right hand side (PR21W red)Reversing lamp, left hand side (P21W).
Rear lamps
Amber or red bulbs, such as thosefor the direction indicators and rear foglamp, must be replaced by bulbs of the same rating and colour.
Changing bulbs
) Open the boot. )
Remove the access flap from the corresponding side trim panel.)
Unscrew the butterfly nut securing thelamp unit.)
Unclip the lamp unit connector.)
Extract the lamp unit carefully pulling in its
middle towards the outside.
) Spread the four tabs and remove the bulbholder. )
Turn the bulb a quar ter of a turn andchange it.
To r efit, carry out these operations in reverseorder.
Take care to engage the lamp unit in its guides,
while keeping it in line with the vehicle.

Changing direction indicator (4)and foglamp or reversing lamp(5) bulbs
)Turn the bulb a quar ter turn and change it.


Changing LED sidelamps and
brake lamps (LEDs)
For the replacement of this type of LED lamp,contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
3D rear lamps

Access to the bulbs
)
Open the boot. )
Remove the access flap from the corresponding side trim panel.
)
Unscrew the butterfly nut securing thelamp unit.)
Unclip the lamp unit connector.)
Extract the lamp unit carefully pulling it in line towards the outside.
To r e f i t , c a r ry out these operations in reverse order.
Ta k e c a r e t o e ngage the lamp unit in its guides,
while keeping it in line with the vehicle.
1.3D LED sidelamps (LEDs).2.LED brake lamps / sidelamps (LEDs).3.LED lateral sidelamps (LEDs).4.Direction indicators (PY21W amber)
5.
Foglamp, right hand (H21W red)
Reversing lamp, left hand (H21W).
Amber or red bulbs, such as thosefor the direction indicators and rear foglamp, must be replaced by bulbs of the same rating and colour.

Practical information





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 floor.
To gain access to it:
)open the boot, )raise the floor,)remove the polystyrene storage box,)remove the towing eye from the holder.

Access to the tools
General recommendations
Obser ve 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 remain at the wheel of the towed vehicle and must have a valid driving licence.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towingbar; 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 motor way or fast road, - 4 wheel drive vehicle, - when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or releasethe parking brake,- towing with only two wheels on the ground, - where there is no approved towing bar available...

)On the front bumper, unclip the cover by pressing at the bottom. )Screw the towing eye in fully. )Install the towing bar.)Place the gear lever in neutral (position Nfor an electronic or automatic gearbox).
)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 shor t
distance only.
Towing your vehicle Towing another vehicle
Failure to obser ve this special conditioncould result in damage to cer taincomponents (braking, transmission...)and the absence of braking assistancethe next time the engine is started.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the key one
notch in the ignition switch and release the
parking brake.) Switch on the hazard warning lamps onboth vehicles. )
Move off gently and drive for a shor t
distance only.

Practical information








Towing a trailer


Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer
with additional lighting and signalling.
We recommend the use of genuineCITROËN towbars and their harnesses that have been tested and approved from the design stage of your vehicle, and that the fitting of the towbar is entrusted to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.If the towbar is not fitted by a CITROËNdealer, it is imperative that it is fitted in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's instructions.
Driving with a trailer places greater demands
on the towing vehicle and the driver must take par ticular 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 per formance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced b
y 10 % for every 1 000 metres of altitude.

Side wind
)
Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.
Your vehicle is primaril
y designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it mayalso be used for towing a trailer. R
efer to the "Technical Data" section for detailsof the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.

RACING towbar

Your vehicle cannot be fitted with a towbar. The space occupied by thesport diffuser prevents this.


Tyres
)
Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the
recommended pressures.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its coolingcapacity is not dependent on the engine speed. )To lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline depends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
Braking
To w i ng a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a longmountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.

Lighting
)
Check the electrical lighting and signallingon the trailer.
The rear parking sensors will bedeactivated automatically if a genuineCITROËN towbar is used.)
If the warning lamp and the
STOPwarning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.

A wide range of accessories and genuine par ts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and par ts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety.
The
y are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.





Accessories
"Comfort":
sun blinds, air deflectors, isotherm module,ashtray, fragrance car tridges, coat hanger fixed
to head restraint, front centre armrest, movable
mirror, reading lamp, front and rear parking sensors...
"Transport solutions":
boot liner, boot spacers, boot carpet, boot net,
transverse roof bars, bic
ycle carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes, towbars, towbar wiring harnesses...

"Styling":
full grain leather steering wheel, coloured and carbotech dashboards, coloured and leather gear lever knobs, aluminium footrest, spoiler,
alloy wheels, coloured wheel trims, coloured
wheel caps, exterior expressive stickers,
exterior chrome kit, LED rear lamps kit...

*
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and
secured correctl
y,
- never fit one mat on top of another.


"Security and safety":

anti-intrusion alarm, wheel security devices,
vehicle trackin
g system, breathalyser, first aid kit, warning triangle, high visibility safety vest,child seats, snow chains, non-skid covers, fire extinguisher, pet seat belt, ...


"Protection":

mats *
, mudflaps, seat covers, vehicle covers,
bumper protectors...

When fitting a towbar outside the CITROËN dealer network, the installation must be done using thevehicle's electrical pre-equipment and following the vehicle manufacturer'srecommendations.

*For Belgium and Russia. **
For Brazil.***

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.
.../S: e-VTi model fitted with Stop & Start.
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 (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the per formance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit the towed load.
WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (in kg)
Petrol enginesVTi 82e-VTi 82VTi 95VTi 120THP 155THP 150*THP 160
**
GearboxesManualElectronicElectronicManualAutomaticManual
Model codes: SA...HMZ0HMZ0/PS8FR08FP05FS05FS95FV85FN8*5FM8**



- Unladen weight
975
980 1 079 1 075
1 089 1 090


-
Kerb weight
1 050

1 0551 1541 150

1 164
1 165



- Gross vehicle wei
ght (GV W)
1 4961 523
1 558
1 554 1 587 1 590



-
Gross train weight (GTW) on a 12 % gradient
2 296

2 323

2 458

2 454
2 487 2 490



- Braked trailer
(within the GTW limit) on a 12 % gradient 800
800
900
900
900900



- Braked trailer *** (with load transfer within
the GTW limit)1 100
1 1001 1501 150
1 150

1 150



-
Unbraked trailer
520
520
570
570
570570



-
Recommended nose weight
46
46
46

46

46

46

249Technical data
WEIGHTS (in kg)- RACING
Petrol engine
GearboxManualManual
Model codes: SA...5FF85FD8


- Unladen weight 1 165



- Kerb weight 1 240



-
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
1 597


-
Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12% gradient 1 597


- Braked trailer
(within the GTW limit)
on a 12% slop0



- Braked trailer (with transfer of load within
the GTW limit)0


- Unbraked trailer 0


- Recommended nose wei
ght *0

*
See the "Towing a trailer" section.