tow CITROEN C-ELYSÉE 2016 Handbook (in English)

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Driving advice
Distribution of loads
F 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 by 10
% for every 1 000 metres of
altitude.
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity to side wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
F

T
o 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.
F

I
f the warning lamp and
the
STOP warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and switch
off the engine as soon as
possible.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a long
mountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.
Ty r e s
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
F Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.
Refer to the "Technical data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply to
your vehicle.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a genuine
CITROËN towbar is used.
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Very cold climate screen(s)*
Removable protective screen(s) which prevents the accumulation of snow at the radiator cooling fan.
Depending on version, you have one or two screens.
Fitting
F Offer up the corresponding screen to the lower or upper section of the front bumper.
F

P
ress around its edge to engage its fixing
clips one by one.
Removal
F Use a screwdriver as a lever to release each of the fixings of each screen in turn.
* According to country. Do not forget to remove the very cold
climate screen (or screens):
-

w
hen the ambient temperature
exceeds 10 °C,
-

w
hen towing,
-
a

t speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
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accessories
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and parts are all suitable for your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's
recommendation and warranty.
"Comfort":
door deflectors, side blinds and rear screen
blind, smoker kit, portable scented air
freshener, boot dividers, coat hanger, armrest,
insulated module, reading lamp, cruise control,
boot storage, front and rear parking sensors,
glove box lid...
"Transport solutions":
towbars, towbar harnesses, canoe carrier, roof
bars, bicycle carrier on towbar, bicycle carrier
on roof bars, ski carrier, roof boxes, aluminium
roof rack....
"Security and safety":
wheel security bolts, child seats, breathalyzer,
first aid kit, warning triangle, high visibility vest,
snow chains, non-slip covers, foglamp kit, fire
extinguisher...
Tow bar, which mst be fitted by
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Advice on care and maintenance
Recommendations on the care and
maintenance your vehicle are given in the
maintenance and warranty guide.
"Styling":
gear lever knob, spoiler, parking brake lever
grip, spoiler, alloy wheels, foglamp trims,
chromed mirror shells, aluminium footrest,
chrome exhaust tailpipes, door sill finishers,
wheel trims...
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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 CITROËN vehicles, both for competition
and for everyday motoring.
For you, this is an assurance that you will obtain of the
best per formance 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 per formances of your engine, while
also protecting the environment.prefers
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bonnet
Closing
F Take the stay out of the support notch.
F C lip the stay in its housing.
F

L
ower the bonnet and release it near the
end of its travel.
F

P
ull on the bonnet to check that it is fully
latched.
F

U
nclip the bonnet stay from its housing.
F
F
ix the stay in the notch to hold the bonnet
open.
do n

ot open the bonnet when there is a
very strong wind.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the stay with
care (risk of burns).
Opening
F Push the exterior safety catch to the left and raise the bonnet.
F

P

ull towards you the interior release lever,
located in the lower dashboard.
Protects the components of the engine and
provides access for checking levels.
be

cause of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, ...) be limited.
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Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for the checking interval for
this component.
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for details of the checking
interval for this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for details of the level
checking interval for this component.Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, particularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to have
the condition of the brakes checked,
even between vehicle services.
Brake pads
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must be
checked, even between two services.
Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, CITROËN selects and
offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,
or in wintry conditions, ice can form
on the brake discs and pads: braking
efficiency may be reduced. Make light
brake applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.
Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
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EngineVTi 72VTi 115
Gearbox Manual
(5-speed) Electronic
(5-speed) Manual
(5-speed) Automatic
(4-speed)
Model code: DD... HMY0HMY0/P NFP0NFP9
-

U
nladen weight 9801 090
-

K
erb weight* 1 0551 165
-

G
ross vehicle weight (GV W) 1 4591 467 1 5241 559
-

G
ross train weight (GTW)
o

n a 12 % gradient 1 909
1 9172 2742 309
-

B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o

n a 10 % or 12 % gradient 450
750
-

B
raked trailer** (with load transfer within the
GTW limit) 720
1 010
-

U
nbraked trailer 450580600
-

R
ecommended nose weight 5555
* The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).
**

T
he weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GV W 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.
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 (100 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.
Petrol weights (in kg)
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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 (100 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. * The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).
**
T
he weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GV W 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.
Engine
HDi 92
Gearbox Manual
(5-speed)
Model codes: DD... 9HJC9HP0
-
U
nladen weight
1 090
-
K
erb weight*
1 165
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W)
1 5491 548
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)

o
n a 12% gradient
2 299
2 298
-
B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)

o
n a 10% or 12% gradient
750
-
B
raked trailer** (with load transfer with the
GTW limit) 1 010
-
U
nbraked trailer
580
-
R
ecommended nose weight
55
Diesel weights (in kg)
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Exterior
Remote control key 30 -33
- o pening / closing
-

a
nti-theft protection
-
s

tarting
-
b

attery
Boot
3

7-38
-

o
pening / closing
-
em

ergency release
Temporary puncture
repair kit

1
22-127
Wipers

87
- 88
Changing a wiper blade

1
51
Changing bulbs
1

40-141
-

r
ear lamps
-

3rd brake lamp
-
n
umber plate lamps
-
fo

glamp
Fuel tank, misfuel prevention
1

18-120
Running out of fuel (Diesel)

1
21
Accessories
1

57-158
ESP/ASR

9

5
Tyre pressures

1

76
Changing a wheel

1

28 -134
-

t

ools
-

r

emoving / refitting
Snow chains

1

35
Under-inflation detection
9

1-93
Lighting controls

8

1- 85
Daytime running lamps

8

5
Headlamp beam adjustment

8

6
Changing bulbs
1

36-139
-

f

ront lamps
-
fo

glamps
-

d

irection indicator repeaters
Towing
15

2-153
Very cold climate screen(s)

1

56
Door mirrors

4

3 - 44
Doors
3
0 -33, 36
-

o

pening / closing
-

c

entral locking
-

s

econdary control
Alarm
3

4-35
Electric windows

3

9 Rear parking sensors

7
9 - 80
To w b a r
1
5 4
Visual search

233
Under floor storage .........................................59
U nder-inflation (detection) .................. 1 6, 91-93
Unlocking
..............................

..........................30
Unlocking the boot

.......................................... 3

0
Vanity lamps
.................................................... 89
V

entilation
..............................
............. 46 - 48, 50Warning lamps
...........................................
1
0 -19
Washing (advice) ........................... 157, 163, 164
Weights
...............
..................................
172 , 174
Window controls
.............................................
39
W
iper control stalk
.......................................... 87
W
ipers
............................................................. 87
U
V
W
Towed loads ..........................................
17 2 , 174
Towing another vehicle .................................15
3
Traction control (ASR)

.................................... 95
T

raffic information (TA)
.................................18

2
Tr a i l e r
...............

............................................. 15 4
Trip computer

............................................ 24

-25
Trip distance recorder

..................................... 2

2
Tyre pressures
..............................

................176
Ty r e s
..............................................................

.... 8
Tyre under-inflation detection

............. 1
6, 91, 93
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