wheel bolts CITROEN C-CROSSER DAG 2012 Handbook (in English)
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CHANGING A WHEEL
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.
4.
Removable towing eye.
Refer to the "Towing" paragraph.
Other accessories
Wheel with trim
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 outer edge
with the palm of your hand.
List of tools
When changing a wheel, ensure
that the four wheels are of identi-
cal specifi cation and brand. When storing, take care to secure
the tool bag D
fi rmly using the fi xing
band C
.
Access to the tools
The tools are stored in the storage
compartment 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
tools,
)
take the jack E
in your hand and re-
move it from its fi xing position.
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Fixing the "space-saver" 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-saver" 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-saver"
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 wheelbrace 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 re-
taining bolt B
fully using the wheel-
brace 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 pressed 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 pressed 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 pressed steel 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-slip-
pery ground.
Apply the parking brake, 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 a wheel
List of operations
)
If your vehicle is equipped with secu-
rity wheel bolts (equipment available as an accessory) fi t the security socket 5
on the wheelbrace 1
to slacken the
security bolt.
)
Slacken 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 underbody, which-
ever 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-saver" 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 or a
qualifi ed workshop without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired
and replace it on the vehicle as soon
as possible.
Fitting a wheel
List of operations
)
Lower the vehicle fully.
)
Fold the jack 2
and detach it.
)
Tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1
fi tted with the security
socket 5
(if your vehicle is equipped
with security wheel bolts).
)
Tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.
)
Store the tools (refer to the para-
graph "Access to the tools").
Fitting snow tyres
If you equip your vehicle with snow
tyres fi tted on steel wheel rims,
special bolts available from your
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop must
be used.
)
Put the wheel in place on the hub.
)
Screw in the bolts fully by hand.
)
Pre-tighten the security bolt us-
ing the wheelbrace 1
fi tted with the
security socket 5 (if your vehicle is
equipped with security wheel bolts).
)
Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.
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A wide range of accessories and genu-
ine parts is available from the CITROËN
dealer network.
These accessories and parts have
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and
benefi t from CITROËN's recommenda-
tion and warranty.
"Comfort":
rear parking sensors, side sun blinds,
insulated module...
"Transports solutions":
boot liner, dog guard, roof bars, bicycle
carrier for roof bars, ski carrier, roof
box...
Trailer towbar which must be fi tted by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop.
"Security and safety":
anti-intrusion alarm, glass etching,
wheel security bolts, fi rst aid kit, warn-
ing triangle, high visibility vest, stolen
vehicle tracking system, child seats and
booster cushions, under-infl ation detec-
tion, anti-slip covers...
"Protection":
mat * , side protective mouldings...
"Multimedia":
MP3/USB audio systems, audio-tele-
phone, amplifi ers, satellite navigation
systems, hands-free kit, speakers, DVD
player, connection kit for MP3 player or
portable CD player...
Depending on the legislation in force
in the country, it may be compulsory
to have a high visibility safety vest,
warning triangle and spare bulbs and
fuses available in the vehicle.
The fi tting of electrical equip-
ment or accessories which are
not recommended by CITROËN
may result in a failure of your vehi-
cle's electronic system and exces-
sive electrical consumption.
Please note this precaution. You are
advised to contact a CITROËN rep-
resentative to be shown the range
of recommended equipment and ac-
cessories.
Installation of radio
communication transmitters
Before installing any after-market ra-
dio communication transmitter, you
can contact a CITROËN dealer for
the specifi cation of transmitters which
can be fi tted (frequency, maximum
power, aerial position, specifi c instal-
lation requirements), in line with the
Vehicle Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/104/EC).
*
To prevent any risk of jamming of
the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned
and secured correctly,
- never fi t one mat on top of another.
"Style":
PVC door sill protectors, style rear
mudfl aps, Hortaz 18 inch alloy wheels,
chromed door handle shells, diffuser on
rear bumper, brushed aluminium look
boot sill protector...
ACCESSORIES