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(a) Universal child seat: child seat that
can be fitted in any vehicle using
the seat belt.
(b)

Group 0: from birth to 10 kg. Cots
cannot be installed on the front seat
(c)


Consult the legislation in force in
your country before installin

g your
child on this seat.
(d)

When a "rearward facing" child seat
is is installed on a

front passenger
seat, the passenger's front airbag
must be deactivated. Otherwise,
the child risks being seriously
injured or killed if the airbag is
deployed.
When a "forward facing" child seat
is is installed on a

front passenger
seat, the passenger's front airbag
must remain active.
(e)

the "RÖMER Baby-Safe Plus" child
seat cannot be installed on this
seat.
With the exception of the "KLIPP

AN
Optima", CITROËN advises against
installing a child seat on the centre
seat. Remove and stow the head
restraint before installing a child
seat with backrest on a passenger
seat.
Refit the head restraint once the child
seat has been removed.
Child safety
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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.
Check that there is no seat belt or seat
belt buckle under the child seat, as this
could destabilise the seat.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or
the child seat harnesses keeping the
slack relative to the child's body to a
minimum, even for short journeys.
For the installation of a child seat using
the seat belt, ensure that the seat belt
is well tensioned on the child seat
and that it is holding the child seat
firmly against the vehicle's seat. If the
passenger seat is adjustable, move it
forward if necessary.
At the rear, always leave sufficient
space between the front seat and:
-
a "rearward facing" child seat,
-


the feet of a child seated in a
"forward facing" child seat.
For this, move the front seat forward
and, if necessary

, straighten its
backrest as well. For the optimum installation of a
"forward facing" child seat, ensure that
the back of the child seat is as close as
possible to the backrest of the vehicle's
seat, or in contact if possible.
The head restraint must be removed
before installing a child seat with a
backrest on the passenger seat..
Ensure that the head restraint is
stowed or attached securely so that it
is not thrown around the vehicle in the
event of sharp braking.
Refit the head restraint as soon as the
child seat is removed.
Children at the front
The legislation on carrying a child on
the front passenger seat is specific to
each country. Refer to the legislation in
force in your country.
Deactivate the passenger's airbag
when a "rearward facing" child seat is
installed on the front seat.
Otherwise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the airbag
were deployed.
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
booster seat which has a back, fitted
with a seat belt guide at shoulder level.
As a safety precaution, never leave:
-

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.
T

o 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
of the sun, fit side blinds to the rear
windows.
Child safety

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For more information about
weights and towed loads, refer to
chapter 9, "Weights" section.
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.
You should therefore 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.
Towing a trailer
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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 air conditioning is
automatically cut off to save engine
power.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures. Chapter 7, "Levels" section.If the coolant temperature
warning lamp 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 genuine
CITROËN towbars and their
harnesses, which have been tested
and approved from the design stage of
your vehicle, and that you entrust the
fitting of this equipment to a CITROËN
dealer.
If this equipment is not fitted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative that
it is fitted using the electrical pre-
equipment installed at the rear of the
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
attention to the risk associated with
fitting a towbar or electrical accessory
not recommended by CITROËN.
Fitting such equipment could result in
the failure of your vehicle's electronic
system. Please obtain information from
the Manufacturer before fitting this type
of equipment.
Side wind
Sensitivity to side wind is increased.
Drive smoothly and at a moderate
speed.
ABS/DSC
The ABS or DSC systems only control
the vehicle, not the trailer or caravan.
Parking sensors
The rear parking sensors system does
not function while the vehicle is towing.
Chapter 9, "Identification
markings" section.
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Audio equipment, hands-free kit, speakers,
CD changer, satellite navigation system,
USB Box, video kit, ...
Regardless of the audio and telematic
equipment offered on the market, the
technical constraints associated with the
fitting of equipment of these families of
products mean that the special features of
the equipment and its compatibility with the
capacities of the your vehicle's standard
equipment must be taken into account.
Please contact a CITROËN dealer for more
information before fitting such equipment.
To prevent the mat from becoming
caught under the pedals:
-

ensure that the mat and its fixings
are positioned correctly

,
-

never fit one mat on top of another
.
Maximum weights on bars
-

Roof rack: 120 kg.
-


T
ransverse bars on roof: 100 kg.
-

T
ransverse bars on longitudinal
bars: 75 kg. Installation of radiocommunication
transmitters
Before installing accessory
radiocommunication transmitters with
an external aerial on your vehicle, you
are advised to contact a CITROËN
dealer.
A CITROËN dealer can inform you of
the specifications (frequency band,
maximum output power, aerial position,
specific installation conditions) of the
transmitters which can be fitted, in
accordance with the Motor Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive
(2004/104/CE).
Front mud flaps, rear mud flaps,
15/17 inch alloy wheels, wheelarch
trim, leather steering wheel, .... Screenwash, interior and exterior
cleaning and maintenance products,
replacement bulbs, ...
Anti-theft alarm, window etching, first
aid kit, high visibility vest, front and
rear parking sensors, warning triangle,
security bolts for alloy wheels, ... 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 genuine parts is available.
Range of trade equipment
The parts department publishes an
accessory catalogue offering various
equipment and fittings, such as:
Load retainers (all models).
Loading roller.
Towbar, towbar harness: trailer towbar
which should preferably be fitted by a
CITROËN dealer.
Separation partitions and grilles,
smooth, planed wood protective liner
with non-slip floor.
Protective grilles.
Another range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance:
Equipment
ACCESSORIES
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TOTAL & CITROËN
Partners in performance and
protecting the environment
Innovation in the search for
performance
For over 40 year, the TOTAL Research and
Development departments have developed
for CITROËN, lubricants to match the
latest technical innovations on CITRo Ë n
vehicles, both for competition and for
everyday motoring.
For you, this is an assurance that you will
obtain of the best performance for your
engine.
Optimum protection for your
engine
By having your CITROËN
vehicle serviced with TOTAL
lubricants, you are contributing
towards improving the life and
performances of your engine,
while also protecting the
environment.
prefers
Maintenance with ToTaL
CHECkS
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OPENING THE BONNETBonnet stay
Secure the stay in its location,
identified by a sticker on the right-hand
side of the vehicle, to hold the bonnet
open.
Before closing the bonnet, put the stay
back in its clip without using excessive
force.
On the outside
Raise the bonnet slightly by reaching
in a flat hand, palm down, to make
access to the lever easier.
With this hand, push the safety catch
to the left. Raise the bonnet.
On the inside
Pull the lever below the dashboard
towards you. The bonnet is released.
To close
Lower the bonnet and release it at the
end of its travel. Check that the bonnet
is secure.
Avoid opening the bonnet in strong
winds.
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CHECKSCarbon filter and passenger
compartment filter
An access flap allows replacement of
the filters.
The carbon filter permits continuous
and effective filtering of dust.
If the passenger compartment filter
becomes blocked, this may reduce the
performance of the air conditioning
system and generate unpleasant
odours.
We recommend the use of a combined
passenger compartment filter. By
means of its second special active
filter, it contributes to the purification
of the air breathed by the occupants
and the cleanness of the passenger
compartment (reduction of allergic
symptoms, unpleasant odours and
greasy deposits).
Battery
At the start of summer or winter, have
your battery checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Brake pads
Brake pad wear depends on the style
of driving, in particular for vehicles
which are used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to
check the thickness of the pads, even
between services.
Unless there is a leak on the circuit, a
drop in the brake fluid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn.
Brake disc / drum wear
For information on checking the brake
disc / drum wear, contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Parking brake
Where the parking brake travel is too
great or there is a reduction in the
performance of the system, the parking
brake should be adjusted, even between
services.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop. Refer to theservicing and warranty
booklet for the replacement interval for
these components.
Depending on the environment (dusty
atmosphere...) and the use of the
vehicle (urban driving...), change them
twice as often if necessary.
Checks
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1. Parking the vehicle
- The occupants must get out of the
vehicle and wait in a safe location.
-

If possible, park the vehicle on
level, stable and non-slippery
ground.
-


Apply the parking brake, switch
of

f the ignition and engage first or
reverse gear. -
Place the chock against the wheel
diagonally opposite the one to be
changed.
CHANGING A WHEEL
2. Tools
The tools are stowed in an open storage
compartment under a front seat.
- If necessary, move the seat to
access the storage compartment
from the rear.
-

T
ake out the jack and tool carrier.
-

Remove the tools needed from the
carrier

.
1.

Jack.
2.


Wheelbrace.
3.


Chock.
4.


Rear lamp spanner
.
5.

Allow wheel trim removal tool*.
6.


T
owing eye.
If the vehicle is fitted with a towbar,
it is sometimes necessary to raise
the vehicle slightly to make it easier
to remove the spare wheel from its
carrier.
On certain types of ground and/
or if considerable loads are being
transported, call a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop.
*
This tool is not needed for your
version.
The jack and the tool kit are specific to
your vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes.
Changing a wheel
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REMOVABLE SNOW SCREEN
According to country, the removable
snow screen is installed on the lower
part of the front bumper to prevent the
accumulation of snow at the radiator
cooling fan.
Do not forget to remove the snow
screen when the exterior temperature
is higher than 10°C (no risk of snowfall)
and when towing.
Fitting
Removal
- Pass a screwdriver into the hole
located near each of the clips.
-

Use the screwdriver as a lever to
unclip the four clips

B in turn.
-

Of
fer up the snow screen facing its
centring pin A on the front bumper.
-
Put it in place by pressing at each
clip

B located in the four corners.
6. Refitting the repaired wheel
The wheel is refitted as described in
step 5, not forgetting to refit the wheel
trim.
Refer to the "Identification
markings" section of chapter 9 to
locate the tyre label.
Refer to the "Instruments and
controls" section of chapter 3,
"Tyre under-inflation detection"
part, for recommendations after
changing a wheel fitted with a tyre
under-inflation detection sensor.
The spare wheel is not designed
to be used over long distances.
Have the tightening of the bolts
and the tyre pressure checked by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
Have the original wheel repaired
and refitted by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop as soon as
possible.
Snow screen
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