towing CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS 2023 Owners Manual

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Driving recommendations 116
Anti-theft protection 1 18
Starting/Switching off the engine with the key

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Starting/Switching off the engine with Keyless
Entry and Starting

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Electric parking brake

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Manual gearbox
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Automatic gearbox

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Driving mode

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Hill start assist

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Gear efficiency indicator

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Stop & Start

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Tyre under-inflation detection

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CITROËN ConnectedCAM
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Driving and manoeuvring aids – General
recommendations


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Speed Limit recognition and recommendation
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Programmable speed limiter
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Cruise control – particular recommendations

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Programmable cruise control
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Memorising speeds

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Highway Driver Assist

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Adaptive Cruise Control

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Active Lane Keeping Assist

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Active Safety Brake with Collision Risk Alert and
Intelligent emergency braking assistance
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Fatigue detection system

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Active Lane Departure Warning System

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Active Blind Spot Monitoring System

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Parking sensors
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Top Rear Vision – Top 360

Vision
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Park Assist

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73Fuel tank

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Compatibility of fuels
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Towing device
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Towing device with quickly detachable towball
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Energy economy mode
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Snow chains
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Fitting roof bars
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Bonnet

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Engine compartment
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Checking levels
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Checks

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Advice on care and maintenance
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AdBlue
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Warning triangle
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Running out of fuel (Diesel)

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Tool kit

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Temporary puncture repair kit
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Spare wheel
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Changing a


bulb
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Changing a


fuse
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V battery
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Towing the vehicle

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19Dimensions


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Identification markings
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Engine technical data and towed loads
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Engines and towed loads – Petrol
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Engines and towed loads – Diesel
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Driving
Practical information
In the event of a breakdown Technical data
Alphabetical index
Access to additional videos
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Audio equipment and telematics
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Contents

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To avoid the risk of injury through pinching
or trapping, before and during operation of
the motorised tailgate:
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e
nsure that there is no-one close to the
rear of the vehicle,
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m
onitor the activity of your passengers,
particularly any children.
Bicycle carrier/Towing device
The motorised tailgate is not designed to
support a bicycle carrier.
When installing a
bicycle carrier on a towing
device with connection of a
cable to the towing
socket, the motorised operation of the tailgate
will be automatically deactivated.
If using a
towing device or bicycle carrier not
recommended by CITROËN, it is essential
to deactivate the motorised operation of the
tailgate.
Motorised operation
Activation/deactivation of the
motorised operation of the tailgate is
done in the Driving/Vehicle menu of
the touch screen. There are several ways of operating the
tailgate:Opening/Closing
F Press and hold the central button A of the
electronic key.
or
F

P
ress the exterior tailgate control B with the
electronic key on your person. The tailgate opens, either completely
by default, or to the position memorised
beforehand.
If motorised operation is not activated,
these actions release the tailgate.
The request to open the tailgate with one
of the controls A
, B or E enables you to
unlock the vehicle or the tailgate alone
beforehand, if selective unlocking of the
boot is activated.
Closing the tailgate with the "hands-free"
access function enables you to lock the
vehicle.
This function is deactivated by default. A.
using the electronic key of the Keyless
Entry and Starting system,
B. using the exterior tailgate control,
C. using the interior tailgate control,
D. using the control on the dashboard,
E. using the "hands-free" access below the
rear bumper. or
F
P
ress the interior tailgate control C (closing
only).
or
F
P
ress twice in succession on the dashboard
control D .
or
F
W
ith the electronic key on your person, use
the "hands-free" access E by per forming a
"kicking" movement below the rear bumper.
The command is confirmed by an audible
signal.
Access

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Manual closing of the
motorised tailgate in case
of failure
This operation is only necessar y in the case
of failure of the tailgate motor.
If the failure originates from the battery, it is
recommended to recharge it or change it with
the tailgate closed .
In this situation, a significant force may be
needed to close the tailgate.
F

C
lose it gently without slamming, as slowly
as possible, by pushing at the centre of the
tailgate.
Do not lower the tailgate by pushing at one
of its sides – risk of damage!
Precautions in use
To avoid unwanted opening of the tailgate
when using the towing device:
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d
eactivate the "Hands-Free Tailgate
Access" function in advance in your
vehicle's configuration menu,
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o
r remove the electronic key from the
recognition zone, with the tailgate
closed. In wintry conditions
To avoid any operating problems, remove
the snow or wait until the ice melts before
requesting motorised opening of the
tailgate.
When washing
When washing the vehicle in an automatic
car wash, do not forget to lock your vehicle
to avoid the risk of unexpected opening.
Recommendations related
to the "
Hands-Free Tailgate
Access " function
If several kicking movements to operate the
tailgate have no effect, wait a
few seconds
before trying again.
The function automatically deactivates in heavy
rain or following a
build-up of snow.
If it does not work, check that the electronic key
is not exposed to a
source of electromagnetic
pollution (smartphone, etc.).
The function may not work correctly with
a


prosthetic leg. The function may not work correctly if your
vehicle is fitted with a
towing device.
In some circumstances, the tailgate may open
or close by itself, particularly if:
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y
ou hitch or unhitch a trailer,
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y
ou fit or remove a bicycle carrier,
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y
ou load or unload bicycles from a bicycle
c a r r i e r,
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y
ou place or lift something behind the
vehicle,
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an
animal approaches the rear bumper,
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y
ou are washing your vehicle,
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y
our vehicle is being serviced,
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y
ou are accessing the spare wheel
(depending on version).
To avoid such operating problems, keep the
electronic key away from the recognition zone
or deactivate "Hands-Free Tailgate Access".
After installing a towing device, it is
essential to contact a
CITROËN dealer
or a
qualified workshop so that it is taken
into account by the detection system.
Other wise, risk of "Hands-Free Tailgate
Access" function failure.
Back-up release
To manually unlock the boot in the event of
a battery or central locking failure.
Access

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Rear seats
The 3 seats of the 2nd row are independent
and of the same width. Their backrests are
adjustable to adapt the boot load space.
Rear head restraints
The rear head restraints can be removed.
To remove a head restraint:
F

p
ull the head restraint as far up as it will go,
F

p
ress the lugs A to release the head
restraint and remove it completely,
F

s
tow the head restraint.
To refit a
head restraint:
F

i
nsert the head restraint rods into the guides
in the corresponding seat backrest,
F

p
ush the head restraint down as far as it will
go,
F

p
ress the lugs A to release the head
restraint and push it fully down. Never drive with passengers seated at
the rear when the head restraints are
removed; they must be in place and in the
high position.
Longitudinal adjustment
Seat operations must only be done with
the vehicle stationary.
Each seat can be adjusted individually.
F

Ra
ise the control and slide the seat
forwards or backwards.
They have two positions:
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a high position , for when the seat is in use:
F

p

ull the head restraint fully up.
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a low position , for stowing, when the seat
is not in use:
F

p

ress the lugs A to release the head
restraint and push it fully down.
Once the backrest is folded, it is no longer
possible to slide the seat.
Automatic "electrochrome " model
This system automatically and progressively
changes between day and night use by means
of a

s
ensor measuring the light coming from the
rear of the vehicle.
In order to ensure optimum visibility during
your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is
engaged.
Ease of use and comfort

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Air distribution6.Air outlets to the rear footwells.
7. Adjustable air vents with blower,
depending on version.
Advice
1.Windscreen demisting/defrosting vents.
2. Front side window demisting/defrosting
vents.
3. Side adjustable and closable air vents.
4. Central adjustable and closable air vents.
5. Air outlets to the front footwells. Using the ventilation and air
conditioning system
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T
o ensure that the air is distributed
evenly, keep the external air intake
grilles at the base of the windscreen,
the nozzles, the vents, the air outlets
and the air extractor in the boot free
from obstructions.
F
D
o not cover the sunshine sensor,
located on the dashboard; this is used
for regulation of the automatic air
conditioning system.
F
O
perate the air conditioning system for
at least 5 to 10 minutes once or twice
a month to keep it in per fect working
o r d e r.
F
I
f the system does not produce cold air,
switch it off and contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on
a
steep gradient in high temperatures,
switching off the air conditioning increases
the available engine power and so
improves the towing ability. Avoid driving for too long with the
ventilation off and prolonged operation
with recirculation of interior air – risk of
misting and deterioration of the air quality!
If the interior temperature is very high
after the vehicle has stood for a long
time in the sunshine, air the passenger
compartment for a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge of water
under the vehicle which is per fectly normal.
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Boot fittings
1.Load space cover
2. 12
V accessory socket (120 W)
3. Boot lamp
4. Movable cross-piece of the rear seats (to
increase the volume of the boot)
5. Stowing rings
6. Adjustable boot floor (2
positions)
7. Storage wells/tool box under the floor
The stowing rings are designed to secure
luggage using different types of retaining
nets.
Such nets are available as an option or as
an accessory.
For more information, contact a
CITROËN
dealer.
For the installation of a
high load retaining
net, refer to the corresponding section.
Load space cover
It is in two parts:
- a f ixed part with an open storage space,
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a m
ovable part which rises when the boot is
opened, with an open storage space.
To remove the load space cover:
F

u
nhook the two cords 1 ,
F

g
ently lift the movable part 2 , then unclip it
on each side 3 ,
F

u
nclip the fixed part on each side 4 , then
remove the load space cover.
When sharp deceleration occurs, objects
placed on the load space cover can turn
into projectiles.
12 V accessory socket
F To connect a 12 V accessory (max. power:
120 W), remove the cap and connect an
appropriate adapter.
F

S
witch on the ignition.
The connection of an electrical device
not approved by CITROËN, such as
a
USB charger, may adversely affect the
operation of vehicle electrical systems,
causing faults such as poor radio
reception or inter ference with displays in
the screens.
Ease of use and comfort

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Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will come into operation automatically if the
front windscreen wipers are operating.
The system is activated or deactivated via the
vehicle settings menu in the screen.
This function is activated by default.In the event of snow or hard frost or
if a
bicycle carrier is fitted to a towing
device, deactivate the automatic rear
wiper via the vehicle parameters menu.
Front screenwash
F Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and hold.
The screenwash and windscreen wiper operate
for as long as the control stalk is pulled.
Termination of the screenwash is followed by
a


final wiping cycle.
With manual wiping
With AUTO wiping Windscreen wipers
To select the wiping speed: raise or lower the
stalk to the desired position. Fast wiping (heavy rain).
Normal wiping (moderate rain).
Intermittent wiping (proportional to
the speed of the vehicle).
Of f. Single wipe (press down or pull
the stalk briefly towards you, then
release).
or Automatic wiping (press down,
then release).
Single wipe (pull the stalk briefly
towards you).
Rear wiper
To select the rear wiper: turn the ring to place
the desired symbol against the marking.
Of f.
Intermittent wipe.
Wash-wipe.
Turn the ring fully; the rear screen wash, then
the rear wiper automatically operate for a
set
duration.
Lighting and visibility

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Emergency braking assistance
(EBA)
In an emergency, this system enables you to
reach the optimum braking pressure more
quickly and therefore reduce the stopping
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by
a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and
an increase in braking efficiency.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
This system optimises traction in order to
avoid wheel slip by acting on the brakes of
the driving wheels and on the engine. It also
improves the directional stability of the vehicle
on acceleration.
Dynamic stability control (DSC)
If there is a difference between the path
f ollowed by the vehicle and that required by the
driver, this system monitors each wheel and
automatically acts on the brake of one or more
wheels and on the engine to return the vehicle
to the required path, within the limits of the laws
of physics.
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
This system allows control of the vehicle to be
retained when towing a trailer, so as to avoid
the risk of snaking.
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
The fixed illumination of this warning
lamp signals that there is a fault with
the ABS.
Illumination of this warning lamp,
coupled with the STOP and ABS
warning lamps, accompanied by the
display of a
message and an audible
signal, signals that there is a
fault
with the electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD). Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake
pedal.
When braking in an emergency, press
very firmly and maintain this pressure.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved for your
vehicle.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a
CITROËN dealer or
a


qualified workshop.
Intelligent traction control
system ("Snow motion ")
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at moderate speed.
Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Call a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. Depending on version, your vehicle has
a
system to help driving on snow: intelligent
traction control.
This system detects situations of poor sur face
grip that could make it difficult to move off
or make progress on deep fresh snow or
compacted snow.
In these situations, the intelligent traction
control limits the amount of wheel spin to
provide the best traction and trajectory control
for your vehicle.
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ASR/DSC
These systems offer increased safety
in normal driving, but they should not
encourage the driver to take extra risks or
drive at high speed.
It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain,
snow, ice) that the risk of loss of grip
increases. It is therefore important for your
safety to keep these systems activated in
all conditions, and particularly in difficult
conditions.
The correct operation of these
systems depends on obser vation of
the manufacturer's recommendations
regarding both the wheels (tyres and
rims), braking and electronic components
and the assembly and repair procedures
used by CITROËN dealers.
The use of snow tyres is recommended,
in order to be able to benefit from the
efficiency of these systems in winter
conditions.
In this case, it is essential to equip the
four wheels with tyres approved for your
vehicle.Trailer stability assist (TSA)
When towing, this system reduces the risk of
the vehicle or trailer swaying.
Operation
The system is activated automatically when the
ignition is switched on.
The electronic stability control (ESC) must not
have any faults.
If the system detects oscillations (snaking) in
the movement of the trailer at speeds between
37 and 99 mph (60 and 160 km/h), it acts
on the brakes to stabilise the trailer and, if
necessary, reduces the engine power to slow
down the vehicle.
The correction is signalled by the
flashing of this warning lamp in the
instrument panel and illumination of
the brake lamps.
For information on the weights and towed
loads, refer to the "Technical data" section or
the registration certificate for your vehicle.
To ensure complete safety while driving with
a
To w b a r d e v i c e , refer to the corresponding
section.
Operating fault
Should a fault occur with the system,
t his warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by
the display of a
message and an
audible signal.
The trailer stability assist system offers
increased safety in normal driving,
provided that the recommendations on
towing a
trailer are obser ved. It should not
encourage the driver to take risks, such
as towing a
trailer in adverse operating
conditions (overloading, failure to obser ve
the trailer nose weight, worn or under-
inflated tyres, faulty braking system, etc.)
or drive at too high a
speed.
In certain cases, snaking of the trailer
may not be detected by the ESC system,
particularly with a


light trailer.
When driving on slippery or poor sur faces,
the system may not be able to prevent
sudden snaking of the trailer.
If you continue to tow a
trailer, reduce your
speed and drive carefully!
Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
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In case of towing
Driving with a trailer places greater
d emands on the towing vehicle and
requires extra care from the driver.
Respect the maximum towable weights.
At altitude: reduce the maximum load
by 10% per 1,000
metres of altitude; the
decreased air density at altitude reduces
engine performance.
New vehicle: do not pull a
trailer
before having driven at least 620
miles
(1,000


kilometres). If the outside temperature is high, let the
engine idle for 1
to 2 minutes after the
vehicle comes to a stop, to help it to cool.
Before setting off
Nose weight
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety
conditions allow, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt about the state of your vehicle,
contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
F

D
istribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight (at the point
where it joins your vehicle) approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
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 signalling on the trailer and the headlamp beam height of your
vehicle.
If a
genuine CITROËN towing device is
used, the rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically to avoid the
audible signal.
When driving
Cooling
Towing a trailer uphill increases the
t emperature of the coolant. The maximum
towable load depends on the gradient and the
exterior temperature. The cooling capacity of
the fan does not increase with engine speed.
F

R
educe speed and lower the engine speed,
so as to limit the heating-up.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.
If this warning lamp and the STOP
warning lamp come on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine as
soon as possible.
Brakes
Braking distances are increased when towing
a trailer. To avoid overheating of the brakes, the
use of engine braking is recommended.
Side wind
Bear in mind the increased susceptibility to the
wind that the vehicle will have.
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