warning Citroen C1 2012 1.G Owner's Guide

80Practical information





Towing the vehicle
)
Install the towing bar. )
Put the gear lever into neutral (position Nfor the electronic gearbox).
)Take the removable towing eye stowed in
the spare wheel, under the boot carpet.
)Unclip the plastic cover, )Fully screw in the towing eye.

General
recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your country.Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towedvehicle.The driver must stay at the wheel of thetowed vehicle. Driving on motorways and fast roads is prohibited when towing.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited. When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or steering.In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service:- vehicle broken down on a motor way
or fast road,- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock thesteering, or release the parkingbrake,- towing with only two wheels on theground, - where there is no approved towingbar available...

Your vehicle can only be towed at the front.
Never use the radiator crossmember.
To w i ng with fours wheels on theroad must be carried out at very low speed over a very shor t distance (in accordance with the legislation in force).
In all other cases, your vehicle must betranspor ted on a trailer.

Failure to obser ve this instruction may lead to damage to cer tain components (braking, transmission, ...) and the absence of braking assistance when the engine is started.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the key to
the first position and release the parkingbrake. ) Switch on the hazard warning lamps onboth vehicles.

82Practical information




Accessories A wide range of accessories and genuine par ts
is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and par ts have been tested
and approved for reliability and safety.
The
y are all adapted to your vehicle and
benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and
warranty.

Installation of radio communication transmitters

Before installing any after-market radiocommunication transmitter, you can contact
a CITROËN dealer for the specification of
transmitters which can be fitted (frequency, maximum power, aerial position, specific
installation requirements), in line with theVehicle Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/10 4/EC).

*

France only.
"Comfort":front and rear parking sensors,portable ashtray, glove box lid, insulatedmodule, centre armrest, portable reading lamp,
door deflectors, sun blinds, ...
"Transport solutions":boot liner, transverse roof bars, bicycle carrier, ski carrier, rigid and flexible roof boxes, boot carpet, boot dividers,
boot net, ...
Y
ou can obtain "Van" conversion kits to converta private vehicle to a van * .
"Styling":14 inch wheel trims, 14 and15 inch alloy wheels, spoiler, "aluminium"
interior styling kit, aluminium look and carbon
fibre look mirror shells, aluminium look and carbon fibre look sill finishers, chromed exhaust
tailpipe, leather steering wheel, aluminium
look and carbon fibre look rear diffuser, stylingstickers, door sill protectors, aluminium gear
knob... "Securit
y and safety":anti-theft alarm,
wheel security bolts, snow chains and wheelnon-slip covers, high visibility vest, warningtriangle, breathalyzer, child seats, first aid kit,fire extinguisher, foglamp kit, animal seat belt,
animal cage, ...
"Protection"
: mats, seat covers, front and rear
mud flaps, side protection rubbing strip, boot
sill protectors, vehicle cover, translucent front
an
d rear bumper protectors, rear seat cover, boot cover, ...
To prevent the mat from becoming caught under the pedals:


- ensure that the mat is positioned andsecured correctly,

- never fit one mat on top of another.

"Multimedia"
: semi-integral navigation systems,
portable satellite navigation system, USB Box,
audio systems, speakers, rear parcel shelf with
speakers, Bluetooth hands-free system, portable
hands-free kit for a smar t phone, speed camera
detectors, video pack
(DVD player + 2 screens),
auxiliary cable for audio equipment, iPod dock, Hi-Fi module, mobile phone charger compatible
with iPhone, head-up display, rear multi-media
suppor t, Wi-Fi On board, ...

Depending on the legislation in force in the country, it may be compulsoryto have a high visibility safety vest, warning triangle and spare bulbs and fuses available in the vehicle. The fitting of electrical equipmentor accessories which are notrecommended by CITROËN may result
in a failure of your vehicle's electronic system and excessive electrical consumption.Please note this precaution. Youare advised to contact a CITROËN representative to be shown the rangeof recommended equipment andaccessories.

130Visual search
Instruments and controls


Courtesy lamp 46


Rear view mirror 37


Electric windows 28


Front seats 38

Sun visors 40
Parking brake, handbrake 48


Audio system/Bluetooth 93-115
Vents, ventilation 33Heating, demist /defrost,air conditioning A/C 34-36Hazard warning lamps 48
Fittings, 12 volt socket 40


Mat 79


Electronic gearbox 42- 43
Manual gearbox 16
Seat belts 51-53

Audio system 11 6-127
Setting the time 25, 117Fitting audio equipment, speakers 79

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131 Visual search
Steering mounted controls
Rev counter 19


Door mirrors 37


Lighting, sidelamps, dipped/main beam headlamps, front foglamps, directionindicators 44-45
LED daytime running lamps 45


Headlamp adjustment 46
Instrument panel 19Warning lamps, indicator lamps 20-22Screen, indicators, total/trip distance recorder 19, 23-24Fuel gauge 23Instrument panel fuses 71-73
Deactivating the passenger's airbag 55 Opening the bonnet 84


Wipers, screenwash 47


Ignition, star ting,engine immobiliser 4, 16, 42


Horn 37


Steering wheel, height adjustment 48

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133 Alphabetical index
ABS ...............................................................49Accessories .............................................. 4, 82Access to rear seats (3-door).......................38Adjusting headlamps....................................46Adjusting the steering wheel.........................37Airbag fault..............................................54, 55Airbags..............................................21, 54, 55Airbags, curtain .......................................55,56Airbags, front.................................................56Airbags, lateral........................................55,56Airbag warning lamp.....................................54Air conditioning.......................................12, 17Air conditioning, manual.........................13, 35Air conditioning on/off...................................f35Air distribution adjustment......................34, 35Air filter..........................................................r88Air flow..............................................17,34, 35Air flow adjustment .................................34, 35Air vents ..................................................33-35Anti-lock braking system (ABS)....................49Anti-theft........................................................26ASR...............................................................50Assistance, emergency braking...................49Audible warning............................................48Audio equipment (general)............25, 117,118Audio streaming (Bluetooth).......................103Audio system (CD/CD changer) ..........124-127Audio system (radio)...................119,120,122Auxiliary socket ..............................40, 117,118
Backup starting.............................................76Battery ...............................................76-78,88Battery, charging ...........................................77Bluetooth (hands-free) ................................ 104Bonnet...........................................................84Boot...............................................................41
Brake discs ....................................................88Brake lamps ..................................................69Brake pads ....................................................88Brakes...........................................................88
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B
C
Capacity, fuel tank ........................................30CD changer..........................................r124-127CD MP3.................................................98-100Central locking ..............................................26Changing a bulb......................................67,68Changing a fuse............................................71Changing a wheel.........................................65Changing the remote control battery............27Changing the time .................................25, 117Checking levels.......................................86,87Checking the engine oil level ........................86Checks ..........................................................88Child lock.......................................................28Children...................................................28, 63Child seats.......................................57,59, 60Child seats, conventional..............................59Coolant level.................................................87Courtesy mirror.............................................r40Cup holder.....................................................r40
Deactivating the passenger airbag...............55Defrosting......................................................33Demisting ......................................................33Dimensions...................................................91Dipped beam .....................................44,67,68Dipstick ..........................................................86Direction indicators...........................44,67-69Display screen..............................................23
D
Doors.............................................................28Driver''s seat belt not fastenedwarning lamp ........................................22, 52Driving mode.................................................42
E
Easy mode (automatic mode) .......................42Eco-driving...................................................17Eco-driving (advice)......................................17Economical driving .......................................17Electronic engine immobiliser.......................r27Electronic gearbox....16, 19,22, 24, 42,43, 77Electronic stability control (ESP)..................50Engine...............................................85, 89,90Engine, petrol................................................31Engine compartment fusebox.......................71Engine oil ................................................85,86Engine oil level indicator...............................r86Engines .........................................................89Environment..................................................17ESP...............................................................50
F
Filling with fuel........................................30, 31Fitting a wheel...............................................65Flashing indicators.............................44,67-70Folding/unfolding the door mirrors................37Force limiter..................................................r51Front foglamps ........................................44, 68Front seats ....................................................38Fuel..............................................17,23,30, 31Fuel consumption..............................17, 23, 30Fuel gauge..............................................23, 30Fuel tank..................................................23, 30Fuses.............................................................71

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135 Alphabetical index
Screen-wash reservoir..................................87Screen menu map.......................................112Screenwash, front.........................................47Screenwash fluid level..................................87Seat, rear, folding backrest ...........................39Seat adjustment ......................................38, 39Seat belts ....................................22, 51,53,59Seat belts warning lamp .........................22,52Seats, rear.....................................................r39Servicing.......................................................17Setting the clock...........................................25Sidelamps.........................................44, 45, 67Side repeater.................................................70Source, CD and CD changer...............r124-127Spare wheel ............................................ 41, 65Speakers (fitting) ...........................................79Speedometer..........................................r19,23Start...............................................................76Starting the engine..........................................4Starting the vehicle.......................................42Steering wheel adjustment...........................37Steering wheel height ...................................37Stopping the vehicle.....................................42Storage.................................................... 40, 41Sun visor.......................................................r40System, ASR .................................................50System, brakes.............................................49
Tables of fuses ..............................................71Te m p e r a t u r e a djustment .........................34, 35Third brake lamp...........................................70Time......................................................25, 117Tools ..............................................................65To w i ng another vehicle.................................80Traffic information (TA).................................97
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Tr i p d i s t a n c e r e c o r d e r...................................r23Tyre pressures..............................................92Tyres..............................................................17
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Unlocking......................................................26
V
Ventilation...............................................13,33Visibility .........................................................33
Warning lamp, parking brake........................48Warning lamps ..............................................20Wash-wipe, rear............................................r47Weights .........................................................90Wheel, changing ...........................................65Window controls............................................28Windows, rear...............................................r29Wiper control stalk........................................47Wipers...........................................................47
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