tow CITROEN C-ELYSÉE 2017 Handbook (in English)

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Deactivation / Activation
The function is deactivated or activated via the
vehicle configuration menu.
With audio system
In the "Personalisation -
Configuration " menu, activate/
deactivate " Parking sensors ".
With the touch screen
Press MENU.
In the " Driving / Vehicle " menu,
activate/deactivate " Parking
sensors ".
The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed or
a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle fitted with
a tow bar or bicycle carrier recommended
by
CITROËN).
Malfunction
or In the event of a system fault
when engaging the reverse gear,
this warning light is displayed in
the instrument cluster and/or a
message appears in the screen,
accompanied by an audible signal
(short beep).
Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In bad or wintry weather, ensure that the
sensors are not covered by mud, ice or
snow. When reverse gear is engaged, an
audible signal (long beep) indicates that
the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger
the audible signals of the parking sensor
system.
Driving

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Towing a trailer
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it may
also be used for towing a trailer.We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN tow-bars and their harnesses
that have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
the fitting of the tow-bar is entrusted to a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If the tow-bar is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer, it must still be fitted in accordance
with the vehicle manufacturer's
instructions. Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
requires extra care from the driver.
For more information on Driving advice
,
particularly when towing, refer to the
corresponding section.
Please respect the maximum authorised
towable weights indicated on the
registration certificate or in your vehicle’s
technical data.
Very cold climate
screen(s)
(Depending on the country of sale.)
Removable device(s) which prevent snow
accumulating at the radiator cooling fan.
Depending on the version, you have one or two
screens.
Fitting
F Place the very cold climate screen in front of the front bumper.
F

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

t
he ambient temperature exceeds
10°C,
-
w

hen towing,
-

S
peed above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Observe the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving. For more information on Weights
(and the
towed loads which apply to your vehicle)
refer to the corresponding section.
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Practical information

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Bonnet
Opening
Do not 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).
F

P

ull the interior release lever, located in the
lower dashboard, towards you. F

P
ush the exterior safety catch to the left
and raise the bonnet.
F U nclip the bonnet stay from its housing.
F F ix the stay in the notch to hold the bonnet
open.
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.
Because 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 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 the checking interval
for this component.
Brake pads
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.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Brake disc wear
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
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.
Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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.
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Repair procedure
F Uncoil the pipe stowed under the compressor.
F

S
witch off the ignition.
F
S
ecure the speed limit sticker inside the
vehicle.
Avoid removing any foreign bodies which
have penetrated into the tyre.
F

C
onnect the pipe from the compressor to
the bottle of sealant. F

R
emove the valve cap from the tyre to be
repaired, and place it in a clean area.
F
T
urn the sealant bottle and secure it in the
cut-out provided on the compressor.
F

C
onnect the hose from the bottle of sealant
to the valve of the tyre to be repaired and
tighten firmly.
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F Check that the compressor switch is at the "O " position.
F

U
ncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
If after around 5 to 7 minutes the pressure
of 2 bars is not attained, this indicates
that the tyre is not repairable; contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
for assistance. F

P
lace the switch in the "
O" position.
F
R
emove the kit.
F

C

onnect the compressor's electrical
connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.
F

S

witch on the ignition.
F
D
rive immediately for approximately
three miles (five kilometres), at reduced
speed (between 15 and 35 mph (20 and
60 km/h)), to plug the puncture.
F
S
top to check the repair and the tyre
pressure using the kit.
F

S

tart the compressor by turning the switch
to the " l" position until the pressure of the
tyre reaches 2.0 bars. The sealant product
is injected under pressure into the tyre; do
not disconnect the hose of the valve during
this operation (risk of blowback).
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Checking / adjusting tyre pressures
You can also use the compressor,
without injecting sealant, to check and if
necessary adjust the tyre pressures
F

R
emove the valve cap from the tyre and
place it in a clean area.
F

U
ncoil the pipe stowed under the
compressor.
F

S
crew the pipe onto the valve and tighten
f i r m l y. F

C
heck that the compressor switch is at the
" O " position.
F

U
ncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
F

C
onnect the compressor's electrical
connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.
F

S
witch on the ignition.
Take care, the sealant product is harmful
if swallowed and causes irritation to the
eyes.
Keep this product out of the reach of
children.
The use-by date is marked on the bottle.
After use, do not discard the bottle by the
roadside, take it to a
CITROËN dealer or an
authorised waste disposal site.
Don't forget to obtain a new bottle of
sealant, available from a
CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
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F Start the compressor by placing the switch at the " I" position and adjust the pressure
to the value shown on the vehicle's tyre
pressure label. To deflate: press the black
button located on the compressor pipe,
near the valve connection.
F

O
nce the correct pressure is reached, put
the switch to the " O" position.
F

R
emove the kit then stow it. Tyre under-inflation detection
After a tyre repair, the warning
light will remain on until the
system is reset.
For more information on Tyre under-
inflation detection , refer to the
corresponding section.
Should the pressure of one or more tyres
be adjusted, it is necessary to reinitialise
the under-inflation detection system.
For more information on Under-inflation
detection , refer to the corresponding
section.
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Spare wheel
Procedure for replacing a damaged wheel with the spare wheel, using the tools provided with the vehicle.
Access to the tools
The tools are installed in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To gain access to it:
F
O
pen the boot.
F

L
ift the floor and remove it.
F

R
emove the storage box containing the
tools.
List of toolsThese tools are specific to your vehicle and
may vary according to the level of equipment.
Do not use them for any purpose other than
those detailed below.
1 Wheel wrench.
For removing the hub cap and removing
the wheel bolts.
2 Jack with built-in handle.
Used to raise the vehicle.
3 Wheel bolt cover removal tool.
Removes the wheel bolt covers on alloy
wheels.
4 Towing eye.
For more information on Towing the vehicle ,
refer to the corresponding section.
The jack must only be used to change
a wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.
The jack does not require any
maintenance.
The jack meets European standards,
as defined in the Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC.
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Access to the spare wheel
The spare wheel is installed in the boot, under
t h e f l o o r.
Depending on the engine, the spare wheel is
a standard wheel or the "space-saver" type
(BlueHDi 100).
Removing the wheel
F Unclip the tool storage box (standard spare wheel).
F

L
oosen the central nut.
F

R
emove the fastening device (nut and bolt).
F

R
aise the spare wheel towards you from
the rear.
F

T
ake the wheel out of the boot.
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In the event of a breakdown