Citroen BERLINGO 2010 2.G Owners Manual
Manufacturer: CITROEN, Model Year: 2010, Model line: BERLINGO, Model: Citroen BERLINGO 2010 2.GPages: 185, PDF Size: 6.65 MB
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Airbags
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Side airbags
This is a system which protects the
driver and front passenger in the event
of a serious side impact in order to limit
the risk of injury to the chest.
Each side airbag is incorporated in the
front seat back frame, on the door side.
Activation
It is triggered unilaterally in the event
of a serious side impact applied to
all or part of the side impact zone B ,
perpendicular to the longitudinal
centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal
plane and directed from the outside
towards the inside of the vehicle.
T h e s i d e a i r b a g i n fl a t e s b e t w e e n t h e
front occupant of the vehicle and the
corresponding door trim pad. Impact detection zones
A. Front impact zone.
B. Side impact zone.
In the event of a minor impact or
bump on the side of the vehicle or
if the vehicle rolls over, the airbag
may not be triggered. Operating fault
If this warning light comes
on on the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message
on the display, contact a
CITROËN dealer to have the system
checked. The airbags may no longer
be triggered in the event of a serious
impact.
Curtain airbags
This is a system which protects the
driver and passengers in the event of a
serious side impact in order to limit the
risk of head injuries.
Each curtain airbag is incorporated in
the pillars and the upper part of the
passenger compartment.
Activation
It is triggered at the same time as the
corresponding side airbag in the event
of a serious side impact applied to
all or part of the side impact zone B ,
perpendicular to the longitudinal
centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal
plane and directed from the outside
towards the inside of the vehicle.
T h e c u r t a i n a i r b a g i n fl a t e s b e t w e e n
the occupant of the vehicle and the
windows.
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Child safety
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GENERAL POINTS RELATING
TO CHILD SEATS
Although one of CITROËN's main
criteria when designing your vehicle,
the safety of your children also
depends on you.
For maximum safety, please follow
t h e s e p r e c a u t i o n s :
- all children under the age of 12 or l e s s t h a n o n e m e t r e fi f t y t a l l m u s t
travel in approved child seats suited
t o t h e i r w e i g h t , o n s e a t s fi t t e d w i t h
a seat belt or ISOFIX mountings.
- statistically, the safest seats in your vehicle for the transportation of
children are the rear seats,
- a child weighing less than 9 kg must travel in the "rearwards-
facing" position both in the front
and in the rear,
- the passenger must not travel with a child on his lap. CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT
"Rearwards-facing"
Recommended on the rear seats up to
the age of 2.
When a "rearwards-facing" child seat is
installed on the front passenger seat, it
is essential that the passenger airbag
is disarmed. Otherwise, the child would
risk being seriously injured or killed if
t h e a i r b a g w e r e t o i n fl a t e .
"Forwards-facing"
Recommended on the rear seats over
the age of 2.
When a "forwards-facing" child seat is
installed on the front passenger seat,
leave the passenger airbag armed.
The rules for transporting children
a r e s p e c i fi c t o e a c h c o u n t r y .
Consult the current legislation in
your country.
Please consult the list of seats
a p p r o v e d i n y o u r c o u n t r y . T h e i s o fi x
mountings, the rear seats, the
passenger airbag and the disarming of
this airbag depend on the version sold.
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SAFETY
4
Refer to chapter 4, "Airbags"
section. The child seats function and
the passenger airbag disarming
function are common to the entire
CITROËN range.
If the passenger airbag is not
disarmed, the installation of a
"rearwards-facing" child seat in the
front is strictly prohibited. UNIVERSAL CHILD SEATS RECOMMENDED BY CITROËN
CITROËN offers a complete range of recommended child seats which
are
secured using a three point seat belt :
Group 0: from birth to 10 kg
Group 0+: from birth to 13 kg
L1
"ROMER Baby-Safe Plus"
Installed in the rear-facing position
Groups 1, 2 and 3: from 9 to 36 kg
L2
"KIDDY Life"
Use of the restraining cushion is compulsory for
t h e t r a n s p o r t a t i o n o f y o u n g c h i l d r e n ( f r o m 9 t o 1 8 k g ) .
Groups 2 and 3: from 15 to 36 kg
L3
"RECARO Start''
L4
"KLIPPAN Optima"
From the age of 6 years ( a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 2 k g ) , the booster is used on its own.
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SAFETY
4
Refer to chapter 4, "Airbags"
section. The child seats function and
the passenger airbag disarming
function are common to the entire
CITROËN range.
If the passenger airbag is not
disarmed, the installation of a
"rearwards-facing" child seat in the
front is strictly prohibited. UNIVERSAL CHILD SEATS RECOMMENDED BY CITROËN
CITROËN offers a complete range of recommended child seats which
are
secured using a three point seat belt :
Group 0: from birth to 10 kg
Group 0+: from birth to 13 kg
L1
"ROMER Baby-Safe Plus"
Installed in the rear-facing position
Groups 1, 2 and 3: from 9 to 36 kg
L2
"KIDDY Life"
Use of the restraining cushion is compulsory for
t h e t r a n s p o r t a t i o n o f y o u n g c h i l d r e n ( f r o m 9 t o 1 8 k g ) .
Groups 2 and 3: from 15 to 36 kg
L3
"RECARO Start''
L4
"KLIPPAN Optima"
From the age of 6 years ( a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 2 k g ) , the booster is used on its own.
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INSTALLING CHILD SEATS ATTACHED USING THE SEAT BELT
In accordance with European regulations, this table indicates the options for installing child seats secured using a seat belt
and universally approved in accordance with the weight of the child and the seat in the vehicle.
a : G r o u p 0 : f r o m b i r t h t o 1 0 k g .
b : c o n s u l t t h e l e g i s l a t i o n i n f o r c e i n y o u r c o u n t r y b e f o r e i n s t a l l i n g y o u r c h i l d o n t h i s s e a t .
c : t h e " R Ö M E R B a b y - S a f e P l u s " c h i l d s e a t c a n n o t b e i n s t a l l e d o n t h i s s e a t .
U : s e a t s u i t a b l e f o r t h e i n s t a l l a t i o n o f a c h i l d s e a t s e c u r e d u s i n g a s e a t b e l t a n d u n i v e r s a l l y a p p r o v e d , " r e a r f a c i n g " a n d / o r
"forward facing".
CITROËN advises against installing a child seat on the cent re seat, with the exception of the "KLIPPAN Optima".
Seat
Weight of the child and indicative age
Under 13 kg
( g r o u p s 0 ( a ) and 0+)
Up to approx 1 year
From 9 to 18 kg
( g r o u p 1 )
1 to 3 years approx
From 15 to 25 kg
( g r o u p 2 )
3 to 6 years approx
From 22 to 36 kg
( g r o u p 3 )
6 to 10 years approx
R o w 1 ( b ) Individual seat
U U U U
Bench, side
seat
U U U U
Bench, centre
s e a t ( c )
U U U U
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SAFETY
4
ADVICE ON CHILD SEATS
The incorrect installation of a child seat
in a vehicle compromises the child's
protection in the event of an accident.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or
the child seat harnesses keeping the
slack in relation to the child's body to a
minimum , even for short journeys.
For optimum installation of the "forward
facing" child seat, ensure that the back
of the child seat is in contact with the
back of the vehicle's seat and that the
head restraint does not cause any
discomfort.
If the head restraint has to be removed,
ensure that it is stored or attached
securely to prevent it from being
thrown around the vehicle in the event
of sharp braking.
Children under the age of 10 must not
travel in the "forward facing" position
on the front passenger seat, unless
the rear seats are already occupied by
other children, cannot be used or are
absent.
Disarm the passenger airbag when a
"rear facing" child seat is installed on
the front seat.
Otherwise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the airbag
w e r e t o i n fl a t e . A s a s a f e t y p r e c a u t i o n , d o n o t l e a v e :
- one or more children alone and
unsupervised in a vehicle,
- a child or an animal in a vehicle which is exposed to the sun, with
the windows closed,
- the keys within reach of children inside the vehicle.
To prevent accidental opening of the
doors, use the "Child Lock".
Take care not to open the rear windows
by more than one third.
To protect young children from the rays
o f t h e s u n , fi t s i d e b l i n d s t o t h e r e a r
windows. Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must
be positioned on the child's shoulder
without touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
passes correctly over the child's thighs.
CITROËN recommends the use of a
b o o s t e r s e a t w h i c h h a s a b a c k , fi t t e d
with a seat belt guide at shoulder level.
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Towing a trailer For more information about
weights, refer to the administrative
documents (V5 registration
document, ...) or to the "Weights"
section of chapter 8.
TOWING A TRAILER, CARAVAN, BOAT, ETC...
Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest objects are as
close as possible to the axle and
the nose weight is close to the
maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the coolant temperature. As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to
lower the engine speed and reduce
your speed.
In all cases, pay attention to the
coolant temperature.
Driving advice
A towed vehicle must free wheel:
gearbox in neutral.
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Towing a trailer
ACCESSORIES
5
Good Practice
In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a
steep slope in high temperatures), the
engine automatically limits its power. In
this case, the automatic cutting off of
the air conditioning allows the engine
power to be recovered.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures of the
t o w i n g v e h i c l e ( s e e t h e " I d e n t i fi c a t i o n
features" section of chapter 8) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressure.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 6.
If the coolant temperature
warning light comes on, stop
the vehicle and switch off the
engine as soon as possible.
Brakes
Towing increases the braking distance.
Drive at a moderate speed, change
down early and brake gradually. Towbar
We recommend the use of original
CITROËN towbars and their
harnesses, which have been tested
and approved from the design stage of
your vehicle, and that you entrust the
fi t t i n g o f t h i s e q u i p m e n t t o a C I T R O Ë N
dealer.
I f t h i s e q u i p m e n t i s n o t fi t t e d b y a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative that
i t i s fi t t e d u s i n g t h e e l e c t r i c a l p r e -
e q u i p m e n t i n s t a l l e d a t t h e r e a r o f t h e
vehicle and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
In accordance with the general
instructions a reminder of which has
been given above, we draw your
a t t e n t i o n t o t h e r i s k l i n k e d w i t h fi t t i n g
a towbar or electrical accessory not
recommended by CITROËN. Fitting
s u c h e q u i p m e n t c o u l d r e s u l t i n t h e
failure of your vehicle's electronic
system. Please contact a CITROËN
d e a l e r f o r i n f o r m a t i o n b e f o r e fi t t i n g t h i s
t y p e o f e q u i p m e n t .
A n t i - t h e f t a l a r m , w i n d o w e n g r a v i n g ,
fi r s t a i d k i t , h i g h v i s i b i l i t y s a f e t y j a c k e t ,
rear parking assistance, warning
triangle, ...
Front seat covers compatible with
airbags, bench, rubber mats, carpet
mats, snow chains, blind, tailgate
bicycle carrier, ...
OTHER ACCESSORIES
These accessories and parts, having
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety, are all adapted to your
vehicle. A wide range of recommended
accessories and original parts is offered.
Range of professional
equipment
The parts department publishes an
accessories catalogue offering various
e q u i p m e n t a n d fi t t i n g s , s u c h a s :
Load retainers (all models).
Loading roller.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar
w h i c h m u s t b e fi t t e d b y t h e C I T R O Ë N
network.
Separation partitions and grilles,
s m o o t h , n o n - s l i p w o o d e n p r o t e c t i v e
fl o o r .
Protective grilles.
Side wind
Sensitivity to side wind is increased.
Drive smoothly and at a moderate
speed.
ABS/ESP
The ABS or ESP systems only control
the vehicle, not the trailer or caravan.
Rear parking assistance
The assistance does not function while
the vehicle is towing.
Another range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance:
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Towing a trailer
ACCESSORIES
5
Good Practice
In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a
steep slope in high temperatures), the
engine automatically limits its power. In
this case, the automatic cutting off of
the air conditioning allows the engine
power to be recovered.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures of the
t o w i n g v e h i c l e ( s e e t h e " I d e n t i fi c a t i o n
features" section of chapter 8) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressure.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 6.
If the coolant temperature
warning light comes on, stop
the vehicle and switch off the
engine as soon as possible.
Brakes
Towing increases the braking distance.
Drive at a moderate speed, change
down early and brake gradually. Towbar
We recommend the use of original
CITROËN towbars and their
harnesses, which have been tested
and approved from the design stage of
your vehicle, and that you entrust the
fi t t i n g o f t h i s e q u i p m e n t t o a C I T R O Ë N
dealer.
I f t h i s e q u i p m e n t i s n o t fi t t e d b y a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative that
i t i s fi t t e d u s i n g t h e e l e c t r i c a l p r e -
e q u i p m e n t i n s t a l l e d a t t h e r e a r o f t h e
vehicle and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
In accordance with the general
instructions a reminder of which has
been given above, we draw your
a t t e n t i o n t o t h e r i s k l i n k e d w i t h fi t t i n g
a towbar or electrical accessory not
recommended by CITROËN. Fitting
s u c h e q u i p m e n t c o u l d r e s u l t i n t h e
failure of your vehicle's electronic
system. Please contact a CITROËN
d e a l e r f o r i n f o r m a t i o n b e f o r e fi t t i n g t h i s
t y p e o f e q u i p m e n t .
A n t i - t h e f t a l a r m , w i n d o w e n g r a v i n g ,
fi r s t a i d k i t , h i g h v i s i b i l i t y s a f e t y j a c k e t ,
rear parking assistance, warning
triangle, ...
Front seat covers compatible with
airbags, bench, rubber mats, carpet
mats, snow chains, blind, tailgate
bicycle carrier, ...
OTHER ACCESSORIES
These accessories and parts, having
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety, are all adapted to your
vehicle. A wide range of recommended
accessories and original parts is offered.
Range of professional
equipment
The parts department publishes an
accessories catalogue offering various
e q u i p m e n t a n d fi t t i n g s , s u c h a s :
Load retainers (all models).
Loading roller.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar
w h i c h m u s t b e fi t t e d b y t h e C I T R O Ë N
network.
Separation partitions and grilles,
s m o o t h , n o n - s l i p w o o d e n p r o t e c t i v e
fl o o r .
Protective grilles.
Side wind
Sensitivity to side wind is increased.
Drive smoothly and at a moderate
speed.
ABS/ESP
The ABS or ESP systems only control
the vehicle, not the trailer or caravan.
Rear parking assistance
The assistance does not function while
the vehicle is towing.
Another range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance: