spare wheel Citroen C1 2012 1.G Owner's Manual

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Limit the causes of excess
consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle; placethe heaviest items in the bottom of the boot,as close as possible to the rear seats.Limit the loads carried in the vehicle andreduce wind resistance (roof bars, roof rack, bicycle carrier, ...). Use a roof box inpreference.Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.

At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit your summer tyres.


Observe the recommendations
on maintenance

Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold, referring to the label in the door aper ture, driver's side.
Carry out this check in par ticular:


- before a long journey,

- at each change of season,

- after a long period out of use.
Don't forget the spare wheel.


Have your vehicle ser viced regularly (engine oil, oil filter, air filter...) and obser ve the schedule of operations recommended by themanufacturer.


When refuelling, do not continue after the 3rd
cut-off of the nozzle to avoid any overflow.

At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is onlyafter the first 1 800 miles (3 000 kilometres) that you will see the fuel consumption settle down to a consistent average.

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41 Fittings
In order to obtain additional space,the spare wheel can be removed temporarily (boot tray available as anaccessory).














Boot fi ttings


1. Rear parcel shelf

To remove the shelf:


- unhook the shelf from its fixing A,

- pull upwards on each side to detach it from
its fixings,

- raise then tilt the shelf slightly to remove it. There are two shel
f storage options:
- either behind the rear seats,
- or flat in the boot. Located under the carpet and a plastic cover,
this contains the tools for wheel chan
ging and
towing.

2. Spare wheel / Additional
storage compartments

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65 Practical information
)As far as possible, immobilise the vehicle
on level, stable, non-slippery ground. )Apply the parking brake, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear or reverse
for the manual gearbox, position Nfor theelectronic gearbox. The followin
g tools are installed in a carrier,
located in the centre of the spare wheel:
1
. Wheelbrace 2.Jack with handle 3.Removable towing eye

Access to the spare wheel and
the jack in the boot
) Remove the carpet then the plastic cover using the handle.



Tyre pressures

These are indicated on the label positioned on the inner pillar of the left door, see
"Identification markings".



























Changing a wheel
)
If necessary, chock the wheel diagonally
opposite the wheel to be changed.) You must ensure that the occupants leave
the vehicle and wait in a safe location.

Parking the vehicle
To o l s

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1. Position the wheel.2.Screw in the bolts fully by hand.1.
Remove the trim. 2.
Slacken the wheel bolts using the
wheelbrace 1.
3. Place the jack 2in contact with one of
the four locations A provided on the
underbody, the one closest to the wheel to
be changed.
4.Extend the jack 2 until its base is in contact
with the ground. Ensure that the centrelineof the jack base is directly below thelocation A
used.
5.Lift the vehicle.
6. Remove the bolts and detach the wheel.3.Pre-tighten the bolts * using the wheelbrace 1.4.
Fold the jack 2
and detach it. *

If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels, when tightening the bolts it is normal to notice that the
washers do not come into contact with the spare wheel. It is still fixed securely.
Removing the wheel
Refi tting the wheel

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Changing a bulb
)
Turn the bulb holder A
one quar ter of a turn and remove it. )
Remove the bulb and change it.

5
.Tighten the wheel bolts using the wheelbrace 1.6.Refit the trim. 7. Store the tools and the wheel in the boot.
1
.Sidelamps2.Direction indicators3.Dipped beam / Main beam headlamps
Never go underneath a vehicle suppor tedonly by a jack (use an axle stand). The jack and the tool kit are specific to your vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes.
In cer tain climatic conditions (low temperatures, humidity), the presence
of condensation on the internalsur face of the headlamps is normal ; it disappears a few minutes after the lighting is switched on.
Front lamps
1. Sidelamps (W5 W)
After changing a wheel: -have the tightness of the bolts and thepressure of the spare wheel checked as soon as possible,
-have the punctured wheel repaired andrefit it on the vehicle as soon as possible. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop.

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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.

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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).

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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.

128Visual search
Exterior


Keys, remote control, locating the vehicle 4, 26
Remote control battery 27
Starting 4, 42

Opening the bonnet 84


To w i ng 80-81


Tyres, pressures 65, 92


Parking brake 48, 88
ABS (EBFD-CSC) 49
ASR/ESP 50

Fuel tank, filler cap,filling with fuel 5, 30
Fuel gauge 23


Mirrors 37
Roof bars 81

Opening/closing, locking/unlocking doors 28


Front lamps, foglamps 44
Direction indicators 45 Changing bulbs 67- 68
Adjusting the headlamps 46


Boot 29, 41
Spare wheel, jack, changing,fitting 41, 65 - 67


Rear lamps, foglamp 44
Changing bulbs 69
Number plate lamps, 3rd brake lamp, siderepeaters 70

LED daytime running lamps 45

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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
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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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