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"ISOFIX" mountings
Your vehicle has been approved in accordance
with the latest ISOFIX regulation .
The seats, represented below, are fitted with
regulation ISOFIX mountings:
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ing B, located behind the seat and
identified by a marking, referred to as the
Top Tether for fixing the upper strap.
There are three rings for each seat:
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wo rings A , located between the seat
backrest and cushion, indicated by a
marking, To secure the child seat to the TOP TETHER
:
- r emove and stow the head restraint before
installing the child seat on the seat (refit it
once the child seat has been removed),
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ass the upper strap of the child seat
behind the seat backrest, centring it
between the apertures for the head
restraint rods,
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ix the hook of the upper strap to the ring B,
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ighten the upper strap.
When fitting an ISOFIX child seat to the left-
hand rear seat of the benchseat, before fitting
the seat, first move the centre rear seat belt
towards the middle of the vehicle, so as to
avoid the seat inter fering with the operation of
the seat belt.
The incorrect installation of a child seat
in a vehicle compromises the child's
protection in the event of an accident.
Strictly follow the fitting instructions
provided in the user guide supplied with
the child seat.
For information on the possibilities for
installing ISOFIX child seats in your
vehicle, refer to the summary table.
This ISOFIX mounting system provides fast,
reliable and safe fitting of the child seat in your
vehicle.
The ISOFIX child seats are fitted with two
latches which are secured on the two rings A
.
Some seats also have an upper strap , known
as the Top Tether, which is attached to ring B .
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ISOFIX child seats recommended by CITROËN
"RÖMER Baby- Safe Plus" and its ISOFIX base
(size category: E )
Group 0+: from bir th to 13 kg
Installed rear ward facing using an ISOFIX
base which is attached to the rings A .
The base has a support leg, adjustable for
height, which sits on the vehicle's floor.
This child seat can also be secured with a
seat belt. In this case, only the shell is used
and attached to the vehicle's seat by the
three-point seat belt. "RÖMER Duo Plus ISOFIX"
(size category: B1 )
Group 1: from 9 to 18 kg
Is installed only in the for ward facing
position.
Is attached to the rings A and the upper
ring
B, referred to as the TOP TETHER,
using an upper strap.
Three seat body angles: sitting, reclining,
lying down.
This child seat can also be used on seats
not equipped with ISOFIX mountings. In
this case, it must be secured to the vehicle's
seat by the three-point seat belt. Adjust the
position of the vehicle's front seat so that the
child's feet are not touching the backrest.
CITROËN offers a range of ISOFIX child seats listed and type approved for your vehicle.
Refer also to the child seat
manufacturer's fitting instructions for
information on installing and removing
the seat.
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Locations for ISOFIX child seats
In line with European regulations, this table indicates the options for installing ISOFIX child seats on seats in the vehicle fitted with ISOFIX mountings.
In the case of universal and semi-universal ISOFIX child seats, the ISOFIX size category, determined by a letter from A to G, is indicated on the child
seat next to the ISOFIX logo.
Weight of the child / indicative age
Under 10 kg (group 0)
Up to about 6 months Under 10 kg
(group 0)
Under 13 kg (group 0+)
Up to about 1 year From 9 to 18 kg
(g ro u p 1)
From about 1 to 3 years
Type of ISOFIX child seat CotRearward facing Rearward facing Forward facing
ISOFIX size categor y F G C D E C D A B B1
Seat Passenger's
front airbag
Row 1 (a) Passenger's seat Deactivated
"OFF" X
IL- SU IL- SUIUF / IL- SU
Activated "ON" XXXIUF / IL- SU
Row 2 Seat behind
driver's

seat X(1)
IL- SU(3)IL- SUIL- SU(3)IL- SU
IUF / IL- SU
Seat behind
passenger's
seat X(1)
IL- SU(2)IL- SUIL- SU(2)IL- SU
IUF / IL- SU
Centre rear
seat Not ISOFIX
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(a) Refer to the legislation in force in your country before installing a child at this
seating position.
Remove and stow the head restraint
before installing a child seat with a
backrest on a passenger seat. Refit the
head restraint once the child seat has
been removed.
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eating position suitable for the
installation of an I sofix Universal seat,
F or ward facing secured using the upper
strap.
IL- SU:
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eating position suitable for the
installation of an I sofix Semi-Universal seat
either:
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ear ward facing fitted with an upper
strap or a support leg,
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or ward facing fitted with a support leg,
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ot fitted with an upper strap or a
support leg.
For securing the upper strap using the ISOFIX
mountings , refer to the corresponding section.
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eating position not suitable for the
installation of an ISOFIX seat or cot of the
weight group indicated. (1):
t he installation of the cot at this seating
position may prevent the use of one or
more seats in this row.
(2):
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djust the front seat to the fully for ward
position.
(3): adjust the front seat to the highest position.
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Locations for i-Size child seats
The i-Size child seats have two latches that engage on the two rings A.
The i-Size child seats also have:
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ither an upper strap which is attached to the ring B
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r a support leg which sits on the vehicle's floor, compatible with the seat approved for i-Size
the role of which is to prevent the child seat from tipping for ward in the event of a collision.
For more information on ISOFIX mountings , refer to the corresponding section.
In accordance with the new European regulations, this table indicates the options for installing i-Size child seats on seats in the vehicle fitted with
ISOFIX mountings approved for i-Size.
Seating position Passenger's front airbag i- Size restraint system
Row 1 (a) Passenger seat Deactivated, "OFF"
i-U
Activated, "ON" i-UF
Row 2 Seat behind the
driver's seat
i-U
Seat behind
the front
passenger's seat i-U
Centre rear seat Not i-Size
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Remove and stow the head restraint
before installing a child seat on a
passenger seat.
Refit the head restraint once the child
seat has been removed.
i- U: s
uitable for i-Size restraint systems of
the "Universal" category, for ward facing
or rear ward facing.
i - UF:
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nly suitable for i-Size restraint systems
in the "Universal" category, for ward
facing.
X:
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eating position not suitable for i-Size
restraint systems in the "Universal"
category.
(a)

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efer to the current legislation in your
country before installing a child at this
seating position.
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Advice
Children at the front
The legislation on carrying children on the
front passenger seat is specific to each
country. Refer to the legislation in force in
your country.
Deactivate the passenger's front airbag
when a rear ward facing child seat is installed
on the front passenger seat.
Otherwise, the child risks being seriously
injured or killed if the airbag is deployed.For optimum installation of the forward facing
child seat, ensure that the back of the child
seat is as close as possible to the backrest
of the vehicle's seat, in contact if possible.
You must remove the head restraint before
installing a child seat with backrest to a
passenger seat.
Ensure that the head restraint is stored or
attached securely to prevent it from being
thrown around the vehicle in the event of
sharp braking. Refit the head restraint when
the child seat is removed.
Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must be
positioned on the child's shoulder without
touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
passes correctly over the child's thighs.
CITROËN recommends the use of a booster
seat which has a back, fitted with a seat belt
guide at shoulder level.
As a safety precaution, do not leave:
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hild or children alone and
unsupervised in a vehicle,
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hild or an animal in a vehicle which
is exposed to the sun, with the windows
closed,
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he keys within reach of children inside
the vehicle.
To prevent accidental opening of the doors
and rear windows, use the child lock.
Take care not to open the rear windows by
more than one third.
To protect young children from the rays of
the sun, fit side blinds on the rear windows.
The incorrect installation of a child seat in a
vehicle compromises the child's protection in
the event of an accident.
Ensure that there is no seat belt or seat belt
buckle under the child seat, as this could
destabilise it.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the
child seat harnesses keeping the slack
relative to the child's body to a minimum,
even for short journeys.
When installing a child seat using the seat
belt, ensure that the seat belt is tightened
correctly on the child seat and that it secures
the child seat firmly on the seat of your
vehicle. If your passenger seat is adjustable,
move it for wards if necessary.
At rear seating positions, always leave
sufficient space between the front seat and:
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ear ward facing child seat,
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he child's feet for a child seat fitted
forward facing.
To do this, move the front seat for wards
and, if necessary, move its backrest into the
upright position.
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Electric child lock
Switching on
F With the ignition on, press this button.
The indicator lamp in the button comes on,
accompanied by a message to confirm that the
child lock is on.
This indicator lamp remains on until the child
lock is switched off.
It is still possible to open the doors from the
outside.
Switching off
F With the ignition on, press this button again.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off,
accompanied by a message to confirm that the
child lock is off.
This indicator lamp remains off while the child
lock is switched off.
Remote control system to prevent opening of the rear doors using their interior controls.
Any other status of the indicator lamp
indicates a fault with the electric child
lock.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
This system is independent and in no
circumstances does it take the place of
the central locking control.
Check the status of the child lock each
time you switch on the ignition.
Always remove the key from the ignition
when leaving the vehicle, even for a
short time.
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Driving recommendations
Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your
hands on the wheel so that you are ready to
react at any time to any eventuality.
As a safety precaution, the driver must only
carry out actions requiring sustained attention
when the vehicle is stationary.
On a long journey, a break every two hours is
strongly recommended.
In difficult weather, drive smoothly, anticipate
the need to brake and increase the distance
from other vehicles.
Driving on flooded
roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage
to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the
electrical systems of your vehicle.If you are obliged to drive through water:
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heck that the depth of water does not
exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves
that might be generated by other users,
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eactivate the Stop & Start system,
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rive as slowly as possible without
stalling. In all cases, do not exceed 6 mph
(10 km/h),
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o not stop and do not switch off the
engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as
circumstances allow, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt on the state of your vehicle, contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Important!
Never drive with the parking brake
applied - Risk of overheating and
damage to the braking system!
Risk of fire!
As the exhaust system of your vehicle
is very hot, even several minutes after
switching off the engine, do not park
or leave the engine running over areas
where inflammable substances and
materials are present: grass, leaves, etc.
Never leave a vehicle unsupervised
with the engine running. If you have
to leave your vehicle with the engine
running, apply the parking brake
and put the gearbox into neutral or
position


N or P, depending on the type
of gearbox.
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When towing
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.
For more information on Weights , refer to the
corresponding section.
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.
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o lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
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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, 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 and the headlamp beam
height of your vehicle.
For more information on Adjusting the
headlamp beam height , refer to the
corresponding section.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically to avoid the
audible signal if a genuine CITROËN
towbar is used.
If the exterior temperature is high, it
is recommended that the engine be
allowed to idle for 1 to 2 minutes after
the vehicle comes to a stop, to facilitate
its cooling.
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