spare wheel Citroen C CROSSER 2008 1.G Owner's Manual

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FAMILIARISATION
Opening

 After unlocking the vehicle using the
remote control or the key, press the
handle A and raise the tailgate.
Tailgate Lower tailgate
Opening

 Push the handle C to the right and
tilt the tailgate D gently.
The maximum authorised
weight on the lower tailgate
when open is 200 kg . Spare wheel and tools
Access to the spare wheel

 Remove the plastic cover E to gain
access to the spare wheel fi xing
system.

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Closing

 Pull the handle B downwards. Closing

 Raise the tailgate D , push it to close
it, then check that it is secured
correctly. Access to the tools
The tools are stored in the storage com-
partment
F in the boot right-hand trim.

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CHANGING A WHEEL
The tools are stored in the storage com-
partment in the boot right-hand trim.
To gain access to them:

 open the boot,

 turn button A to the left,

 remove the cover B ,

 remove the fi xing band C and take
out the tool bag
D containing the to-
ols,

 grip the jack E in your hand and re-
move it from its fi xing position.
1. Wheelbrace.
Used to remove the wheel trim and
the wheel fi xing bolts.

2. Jack.
Used to raise the vehicle.

3. Handle.
Used to extend the jack.
List of tools
Other accessories

4. Removable towing eye.
Refer to the “Towing” paragraph.
Access to the tools
Wheel with trim
When changing a wheel,
ensure that the four wheels are
of identical specifi cation and
brand.
When removing the wheel , remove
the trim fi rst using the handle 3 , pulling
at the notch.

When refi tting the wheel , refi t the trim
starting by placing its notch F (indicated
on the back of the trim) opposite the
valve G and press on its periphery with
the palm of your hand.
When storing, take care to secure
the tool bag D fi rmly using the fi xing
band C .
Operating procedure for replacing a
faulty wheel with the spare wheel using
the tools provided with the vehicle.

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Fixing the “space-saving” spare
wheel
If your vehicle is fi tted with alloy
wheels, it is normal to notice that the
washers do not come into contact
with the “space-saving” spare wheel
when tightening the bolts on fi tting.
The wheel is retained by the conical
contact of each bolt.
Access to the spare wheel in
the 7 seat configuration
The “space-saving” spare wheel is in-
stalled on the outside, under the boot,
supported by a metal carrier.
To gain access to the tools, refer to the
“Access to the tools” paragraph. Putting the wheel back in place

 Put the wheel back in place in its
carrier.

 Lift the carrier C and reposition the
hook
D .

 Open the lower tailgate (refer to the
“Access” section).

 Remove the plastic cover A using
the handle 3 .

 Unscrew the spare wheel carrier re-
taining bolt B using the wheel brace

1 .

 Close the lower tailgate (refer to the
“ Access” section).

 Lift the carrier C to detach the hook

D then allow it to lower.
 Tighten the spare wheel carrier
retaining bolt B fully using the
wheelbrace
1 .

 Refi t the plastic cover A , close the
lower tailgate and store the tools.
Removing the wheel

 Open the tailgate and the lower tail-
gate (refer to the “Access” section).

 Take out the handle 3 (refer to the
“Access to the tools” paragraph).

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Access to the spare wheel in
the 5 seat configuration
The “steel” spare wheel is installed on
the outside, under the boot, supported
by a winch and a plastic carrier.
To gain access to the tools, refer to the
“Access to the tools” paragraph.
Fixing the “steel” spare wheel
If your vehicle is fi tted with alloy
wheels, it is normal to notice that the
washers do not come into contact
with the “space-saving” spare wheel
when tightening the bolts on fi tting.
The wheel is retained by the conical
contact of each bolt.
Removing the wheel

 Open the tailgate and the lower tail-
gate (refer to the “Access” section).

 Take out the handle 3 (refer to the
“Access to the tools” paragraph).
 Remove the plastic cover A using
the handle
3 . Putting the wheel back in place

 Put the wheel back in place in its
carrier.

 Pass the hook C into the chain.

 Open the lower tailgate (refer to the
“Access” section).

 Unscrew the retaining bolt B fully
using the wheelbrace
1 , to unwind
the winch cable.

 Close the lower tailgate (refer to the
“ Access” section).

 Detach the hook C from the chain.
Unwind the winch cable fully to make
unhooking of the chain easier.
 Tighten the winch retaining bolt B
fully using the wheelbrace
1 .

 Refi t the plastic cover A , close the
lower tailgate and store the tools.

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Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does
not block traffi c: if possible, park the
vehicle on level, stable and non-
slippery ground.
Apply the handbrake, switch off the
ignition and engage fi rst gear to lock
the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under
the wheel diagonally opposite the
wheel to be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle
raised using a jack; use a stand.
Removing the wheel
List of operations

 Fit the anti-theft socket 5 on the
wheelbrace 1 to unlock the anti-theft
bolt.

 Unlock the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.

 Place the jack 2 in contact with one
of the two front A or rear
B locations
provided on the underframe, whi-
chever is closest to the wheel to be
changed.

 Extend the jack 2 until its base plate
is in contact with the ground. Ensure
that the centreline of the jack base
plate is directly below the location
A
or
B used.

 Raise the vehicle until there is suffi -
cient space between the wheel and
the ground to admit the spare (not
punctured) wheel easily.

 Remove the bolts and store them in
a clean place.

 Remove the wheel.

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After changing a wheel
When using the “space-saving”
spare wheel, do not exceed a speed
of 50 mph (80 km/h).
Have the tightening of the bolts and
the pressure of the spare wheel
checked by a CITROËN dealer
without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired
and replace it on the vehicle as soon
as possible.
Fitting the wheel
List of operations

 Lower the vehicle fully.

 Fold the jack 2 and detach it.
 Lock the anti-theft bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fi tted with the anti-
theft socket 5 .

 Lock the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.

 Store the tools (refer to the
paragraph “Access to the tools”).
Fitting snow tyres
If you equip your vehicle with snow
tyres fi tted on steel wheel rims, it
is imperative that special bolts
available from your CITROËN dealer
are used.

 Put the wheel in place on the hub.

 Screw in the bolts by hand to the
stop.

 Pre-tighten the anti-theft bolt using
the wheelbrace 1 fi tted with the anti-
theft socket 5.

 Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.

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A.
Manufacturer’s plate.
This number is indicated on a plate riveted on the centre pillar, on the
driver’s side.

B.
Serial number under the bonnet.
This number is engraved on the bodywork near the windscreen.

C.
After Sales plate.
This plate is riveted on the inside of the bonnet.

D.
Front number plate.
E.
Tyres / paint label.
This label is affi xed to the passen- ger’s door centre pillar.

It indicates the following information:
- the tyres pressures without load and with load,
- the rim and tyre sizes,
- the pressure of the spare wheel,
- the paint colour reference.

F. Serial number behind the wind-
screen.
This number is engraved on the fas- cia, behind the windscreen.
IDENTIFICATION FEATURES
The tyre pressures must be checked
when cold at least once a month.
Low tyre pressures increase fuel
consumption.