towing CITROEN DS3 CABRIO 2018 Handbook (in English)

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Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
In order for these systems to be fully
effective, follow the operation and
maintenance guidelines below:
F
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

E
nsure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and replace
the filter elements periodically. We
recommend the use of a
combined
passenger compartment filter. Thanks to
its special active additive, it helps both to
purify the air breathed by the occupants
and to keep the passenger compartment
clean (reduction of allergic symptoms,
bad odours and greasy deposits). If after an extended stop in sunshine,
the interior temperature is very high, first
ventilate 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.
Stop & Star t
The heating and air conditioning systems
only work when the engine is running.
To maintain a
comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment, you may
temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system.
For more information on Stop & Star t ,
refer to the corresponding section.
F
T o ensure correct operation of the
air conditioning system, you are also
advised to have it checked regularly as
recommended in the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide.
F

I
f the system does not produce cold
air, switch it off and contact the dealer
network 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.
To avoid the windows misting up and
deterioration in the quality of the air:
-

d
o not drive for too long with the
ventilation switched off.
-

d
o not keep air recirculation set for an
extended period.
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Stowing ringsLuggage retaining strap
Boot lighting
F Reposition the carpet at the back of the
boot, folding it gently in two.
There are two stowing rings in the boot for
securing luggage.
They are located at the back of the boot in its
lower part. It is fitted at the side of the boot.
This comes on automatically when the boot is
opened and goes off automatically when the
boot is closed.
The lighting time varies according to the
circumstances:
- when the ignition is off, approximately ten minutes,- in energy economy mode, approximately thirty
seconds,
- with the engine running, unlimited.
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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.
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 performance. The maximum
towed load must be reduced by 10% for every
1,000
metres of altitude.
Please respect the maximum towable
weights.
Side wind
F Take into account the increased sensitivity to wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
t emperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
F

T
o lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towable load on an incline
depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature.
In all cases, keep a
check on the coolant
temperature.
F

I
f this warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.
New vehicle
Do not pull a trailer before having driven at least
approximately 600


miles (1,000

kilometres).
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
T o 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 Headlamp
beam height adjustment , refer to the
corresponding section.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically to avoid
the audible signal if a
genuine
DS
AUTOMOBILES 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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Driving

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With the touch screen tablet
F Press the "MENU" button.
F Sel ect the " Driving" menu.
F

I
n the secondary page, select " Vehicle
settings ".
F

Sel
ect the " Driving assistance " tab.
F

C
heck or uncheck the " Auto emergency
braking " box to activate or deactivate the
system.
F
Confirm.
Operating limits
The system only detects vehicles that are
stationary or moving in the same direction as
your vehicle. It does not detect small vehicles (bicycles,
motorcycles), pedestrians or animals, nor
non-reflective stationary objects.
This system will not trigger or inter vene if the
driver:
-
a

ccelerates strongly
-

o
r suddenly turns the steering wheel
(avoidance manoeuvre). When weather conditions are difficult
(extremely heavy rain, snow, fog, hail,
etc.), braking distances increase, which
may reduce the system's ability to avoid
a


collision.
The driver must therefore remain
particularly cautious.
Never let snow build up on the bonnet
or any object above the bonnet nor at
the front of the roof: this could enter the
field of vision of the sensor and obstruct
detection.
Operating faults
Sensor fault
The operation of the laser sensor may suffer
inter ference from accumulations of dirt or
misting of the windscreen. In this case you are
warned by the display of a
message.
Use windscreen demisting and regularly clean
the area of the windscreen in front of the
sensor.
Do not stick or other wise attach any object
on the windscreen in front of the sensor.
System fault
In the event of a malfunction of the system, you
a re warned by an audible signal and the display
of the message " Automatic braking system
fault ".
Have the system checked by your dealer or by
a


qualified workshop. In the event of an impact to the
windscreen near the sensor, deactivate
the system and contact your dealer
or a
qualified workshop to have your
windscreen replaced.
Do not attempt to remove, adjust or test
the sensor.
Only your dealer or a
qualified workshop
may work on the system.
When towing a
trailer or when the vehicle
is being towed, the system must be
deactivated.
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To w b a r
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
manufacturer towbars and their harnesses
that have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
the fitting of the towbar is entrusted to the
dealer network or a
qualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted in the dealer
network, 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 the
driver must take particular care.
For more information on Driving advice ,
particularly when towing, refer to the
corresponding section.
Observe the maximum authorised towable
weight, indicated on your vehicle's
registration certificate, the manufacturer's
label as well as in the Technical data
section of this guide.
Complying with the maximum
authorised nose weight (ball joint) also
includes the use of accessories (bicycle
carriers, towbar cargo carriers, etc.).
The maximum authorised nose weight
does not depend on the type of device
installed, fixed or removable, with or
without a
tool.
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.
PERFORMANCE towbar
Your vehicle cannot be fitted with a towbar. The
s ize of the sport diffuser does not allow it.
Load reduction mode
System which manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as air conditioning,
heated rear screen, etc.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
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Practical information

172
On vehicles equipped with body sill
mouldings, the location of the jack
contact area is indicated by a mark on the
moulding. It is essential that the jack be
placed in line with this mark, in the jack
contact area, located behind the moulding
and not on the plastic moulding.
F

E
xtend the jack 2 until its head comes into
contact with the jacking point A or B used;
the contact area A or B on the vehicle must
be correctly inserted into the central part of
the head of the jack.
F

Ra
ise the vehicle until there is sufficient
space between the wheel and the ground to
then allow the spare (not punctured) wheel
to fit easily. Stowing the damaged wheel
The damaged wheel can be stowed under
the floor, in the standard spare wheel
housing.
To stow an alloy wheel, first remove the
hub cap from the middle of the wheel so
that the fastening device (nut and bolt) can
be put in place.
In the case of a "space-saver" type spare
wheel, the damaged wheel cannot be
stowed under the floor. It must be stowed
in the boot; use a
cover to protect the
inside of the boot.
Refitting the wheel
F Place the foot of jack 2 on the ground and
ensure that it is directly below the front
A or rear B jacking point provided on the
underbody, whichever is closest to the
wheel to be changed.
F

R
emove the bolts and keep them in a clean
place.
F

R
emove the wheel.
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191
F switch off all electrical consumers (audio system, wipers, lighting, etc.),
F

s
witch off the ignition and wait for four
minutes.
Upon accessing the battery, you only need to
disconnect the positive (+) terminal.
Quick-release terminal clamp
Disconnecting the (+) terminal
F Raise the lever A fully to release the clamp B .
Reconnecting the (+) terminal
F Position the open clamp B of the cable on
the positive terminal (+) of the battery.
F

P
ress down on the clamp to position it
correctly against the battery.
F

L
ock the clamp by lowering the lever A .Do not force the lever as locking will be
impossible if the clamp is not positioned
correctly; start the procedure again.
After reconnecting the battery
After reconnecting the battery, switch on the
ignition and wait 1
minute before starting to
allow initialisation of the electronic systems.
If minor problems nevertheless persist
following this operation, contact the dealer
network or a
qualified workshop.
You must reinitialise or reset certain systems by
yourself, consulting the corresponding section,
such as:
-

t
he remote control key,
-

t
he electric windows,
-

t
he date and time,
-

t
he radio preset stations.The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a


continuous
period of immobilisation of the vehicle,
a period which depends on the exterior
temperature and the state of charge of the
battery (up to about 8
hours).
To w i n g
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for
towing another vehicle using the towing eye.
Access to tools
The towing eye is stored in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To access it:
F
o
pen the boot,
F

r
aise the floor,
F

r
emove the polystyrene storage box,
F

r
emove the towing eye from the holder.
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General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your
c o u nt r y.
Ensure that the weight of the towing
vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of
the towed vehicle and must have a valid
driving licence.
When towing a
vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, always use an
approved towing arm; rope and straps are
prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine
off, there is no longer braking and steering
assistance.
In the following cases, you must always
call on a
professional recovery ser vice:
-

v
ehicle broken down on a motor way or
main road,
-
f

our-wheel drive vehicle,
-

w
hen it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking brake,
-

t
owing with only two wheels on the
ground,
-

w
here there is no approved towbar
available.Towing your vehicle
Failure to obser ve this instruction could
result in damage to certain components
(braking, transmission, etc.) and the
absence of braking assistance the next
time the engine is started. F

U
nlock the steering by turning the ignition
key one notch and release the parking
brake.
F
S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F
S
et off gently and drive slowly for a short
distance.
Towing another vehicle
F In the front bumper, unclip the access cover by pulling successively on the two tabs,
using a


screwdriver.
F

T
urn the access cover.
F

R
emove the cover completely by pressing
the plastic diamond on the lower part.
F

P
lace the flap in the boot.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towbar.
F

M
ove the gear lever into neutral (position N
for an electronic or automatic gearbox). F

O
n the rear bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at the bottom.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towbar.
F

S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

S
et off gently and drive slowly for a short
distance.
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Characteristics of engines
and towed loads
Engines
The engine specifications (capacity, max.
power, max. speed, energy, CO
2 emissions,
e
tc.) for your vehicle are given in the
registration document and in the sales
literature.
These characteristics correspond to the values
type-approved on a

test bed, under conditions
defined in European legislation
(Directive 1999/99/EC).
For more information, contact the dealer
network or a

qualified workshop.
Weights and towed loads
The maximum weights and towed loads for
your vehicle are given in the registration
document and in the sales literature.
These values are also given on the
manufacturer's plate or label.
For more information, contact the dealer
network or a qualified workshop. The GTW and towed load values indicated are
valid up to a
maximum altitude of 1,000 metres.
The towed load value must be reduced by 10%
for each additional 1,000 metres of altitude.
The maximum authorised nose weight
corresponds to the weight permitted on the
towbar (removable with or without a tool).
GT W: Gross train weight.
High exterior temperatures may result
in a reduction in the per formance of
the vehicle to protect the engine. If the
exterior temperature is above 37°C, limit
the towed load.
Towing with a
towing vehicle which is only
slightly laden may negatively affect its
handling.
Towing a
trailer increases the braking
distance.
When towing, never exceed the speed
of 62
mph (100 km/h) (obser ve the local
legislation in force). 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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Technical data

205
Mirror, vanity ............................................................. 78
Misfuel prevention .......................................... 148 -149
Mountings, ISOFIX
......................................... 111

, 113
MP3
CD ...................................................................... 5
Number plate lamps


........................................ 176 -179
Oil change


...................................................... 15 5 -15 6
Oil consumption


............................................. 15 5 -15 6
Oil, engine


...................................................... 15 5 -15 6
Opening the bonnet


....................................... 15 3 -15 4
Opening the boot


......................................... 4 3 , 57- 5 8
Opening the doors


....................................... 4 3 , 4 9 - 51
Opening the fuel filler flap

.....................................14

8
Pads, brake


.................................................... 15 8 -159
Paint colour code
................................................... 201
Parcel shelf, rear


...................................................... 81
Parking brake


......................................... 120, 15 8 -159
Parking sensors, front


....................................143 -14 4
Parking sensors, rear


............................................ 143
Passenger's airbag


.................................................. 22
Peugeot Connect USB ~ USB Box

.........................79
P

layer, Apple
®....................................................... 11, 6
Player, MP3

CD ...................................................... 5-6
Player, USB

............................................................ 9, 4
Port, USB .......................................................... 79, 9, 4
Power steering
......................................................... 18
P

re-heater, diesel

..................................................... 21
Pressures, tyres
............................................. 16

9, 201
Pre-tensioning seat belts


....................................... 10 0
Priming the fuel system
......................................... 165
Protecting children


........... 101-102, 104 -10 6, 110 -113
Puncture


................................................. 165 -166, 168Radio


.............................................................
7- 8, 10, 3
Radio, digital (Digital Audio Broadcasting – DAB)

...
9
Range

.......................................................................
40
Range, AdBlue
................................................... 2
8-29
RDS
........................................................................\
.... 8
R
ear screen, demisting/defrosting
..........................
75
R
echarging the battery

..................................
18 9 -19 0
Recirculation, air

.................................................
72-75
Reduction of electrical load

...................................
152
Regeneration of the particle filter
..........................
15
8
Reinitialising the electric windows

....................
47- 4 8
Reinitialising the remote control

..............................
44
Reminder, key in ignition ................................
11 8 -11 9
Remote control

...................................................
43, 45
Removing a wheel ..........................................
171-173
Removing the mat

....................................................
80
Replacing bulbs ....................................... 174, 176 -179
Replacing fuses

......................
181-183, 185 -18 6, 188
Replacing the air filter

............................................
15 8
Replacing the oil filter

............................................
15 8
Replacing the passenger compartment filter

.......
15 8
Reservoir, screenwash

..........................................
157
Resetting the service indicator

...............................
27
Resetting the trip recorder

.......................................
30
Rev counter

...........................................................
9 -12
Reversing camera

..................................................
14 4
Reversing lamp

...............................................
176 -179
Risk areas (update) ....................................................
6
Running out of fuel (Diesel) ...................................
165
Safety, children

.................101-102, 104 -10 6, 111-112
Saturation of the particle filter (Diesel)

.................15

8
Scented air freshener


..............................................76
Screen, monochrome


................................................2
Screen, multifunction (with audio syste m)


..................................................31- 3 4 , 4 0 - 41
Screenwash .............................................................. 89
Screenwash, rear


...............................................88-89SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)
....................
15
9
Seat belts
.................................................. 9
8 -10 0, 109
Seat, rear bench ....................................................... 66
Seats, front

.............................................
61-62, 64-65
Seats, heated

.....................................................
62- 63
Seats, rear

................................................................
66
Selector, gear
......................................................... 12
7
Serial number, vehicle

...........................................
201
Service indicator

......................................................
25
Servicing
................................................................... 25
S
ettings, equipment

.........................
31-34, 36, 40 - 41
Settings, system

.......................................................
12
Sidelamps
................................................. 8
4, 175 -179
Side repeater

..........................................................
176
Snow chains

...........................................................
151
Socket, 12 V accessory ...........................................
80
Socket, auxiliary

...................................................
10, 5
Socket, Jack

...................................................
79, 10, 5
Sockets, audio
.......................................................... 79
Spe
ed limiter

..................................................
13 6 -13 8
Speedometer

.........................................................
9 -12
Stability control (ESC) ........................................ 96 -97
Starting a

Diesel engine

........................................
15 0
Starting the vehicle

.................................
11 6 , 11 8 -13 0
Starting using another battery
.............................. 18
9
Station, radio

.......................................................
7- 8 , 3
Steering mounted controls, audio

.............................
2
Steering wheel, adjustment

.....................................
67
Stopping the vehicle

...............................
11 6 , 11 8 -13 0
Stop & Start ..........................................
22, 40, 70, 75,
132-134, 153, 157, 191
Storage


...............................................................78 -79
Storage box


..............................................................81
Stowing rings


......................................................81- 82
Sun visor
................................................................... 78
S

ynchronising the remote control
...........................44
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