towing CITROEN NEMO DAG 2013 Handbook (in English)

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CONTENTS
Contents
5. SAFETY 113-1306. ACCESSORIES
131-134
Parking brake 113
Hazard
warning lights 113
Horn 114
Braking assistance
systems 114
Trajectory control
systems 115
Seat belts 118
Airbags 120
Child seats 124
ISOFIX
mountings 129Towing a trailer,
caravan, etc... 131
Roof rack and
roof bars 133
Other
accessories 133
7. QUICK
HELP 135-166
Battery 135
Changing
a wheel 138
Temporary puncture
repair kit 141
Changing
a bulb 143
Changing
a wiper blade 148
Changing
a fuse 149
Being towed 154
Identifi cation
features 155
Filling with fuel 156
Opening
the bonnet 159
Levels 162
Checks 164
8. VISUAL
SEARCH 167-174
Exterior 167
Interior 169
Instruments
and controls 172
Technical data -
Maintenance 174

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Familiarisation

LOAD SPACE (LIGHT VAN)



1.
Stowing rings.

2.
Storage tray.

3.
Torch.

4.
Partition.

5.
Modular vertical grille.

6.
Spare wheel.



108 It is advisable to immobilise the load
by fi xing it securely using the stowing
rings 1
on the fl oor.

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FAMILIARISATION
Familiarisation

REAR FITTINGS (COMBI)




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With side-hinged rear doors



1.
Stowing rings.

2.
Luggage retaining net.

3.
Tool kit.

4.
Rear parcel shelf.


With tailgate



1.
Stowing rings.

2.
Luggage retaining net.

3.
Rear parcel shelf.

4.
Retaining straps/Tool kit.

5.
Torch/Boot lamp.

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READY TO GO




Gearbox and steering wheel




Reinitialisation

Turn the ignition key to the MAR
position.
Within ten seconds, the gear engaged should
appear in the instrument panel screen.
Otherwise, turn the ignition key to the
STOP
position and wait until the instrument
panel screen goes off.
Turn the ignition key to the MAR
position
again. The illumination of this warning
lamp, accompanied by a message
in the instrument panel screen,
indicates incorrect use of the
gearbox by the driver.
With the ignition on, the flashing this warning
lamp, accompanied by an audible signal and
a message in the instrument panel screen,
indicates a fault with the gearbox.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If the problem persist, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Never select neutral N
while the vehicle
is moving.
Only engage reverse gear R
with the vehicle
immobilised and the brake pedal pressed.
You risk damaging the gearbox if you
press the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.

Back-up mode - Slow move off

This procedure should be applied if pressing
the brake pedal is not recognised by the
system, or if the gearbox has fault on
starting the engine.
Press the brake pedal firmly.
Turn the ignition key to the AV V
position for
at least seven seconds.
The engine starts.
The system is in back-up mode; the gearbox
will not go beyond the 3rd gear engaged and
automated mode is not available.
If the engine does not start, have the
system checked by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.




Operating fault

In the event of a prolonged stop with the
engine running, it is recommended that
the gearbox be put into neutral (position N
).
With the vehicle stationary, the engine
running and first, second or reverse
gear engaged, the gearbox changes
to neutral automatically, accompanied
by an audible signal, in the following
circumstances:


- no action on the accelerator or brake
pedals for at least 3 minutes,

- brake pedal applied for more than
10 minutes,

- driver's door opened and no action on the
accelerator or brake pedals for at least
1.5 seconds,

- a gearbox fault.


When towing your vehicle, ensure that
the gearbox is in neutral (position N
).

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Weights


WEIGHTS


Consult your registration certifi cate.
The legislation on towed loads in force in each country must be observed. For information regarding your vehicle's towing possibilities and its
gross train weight, consult a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.

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Practical information


LOAD SPACE FITTINGS


Stowing rings

There are 6 stowing rings on the rear floor to
secure your loads.
As a safety precaution in case of sharp
braking, you are advised to place heavy
objects as far forwards towards the driver's
seat as possible.

Storage tray

A storage tray is provided at the rear left of
the load space.


Torch

A magnetic torch is provided at the rear right
of the load space.
Remove the torch from its base by
pressing the button then pivoting the torch
downwards by 90 degrees.
To switch on the torch, slide the switch
forwards.
To change the 4 rechargeable batteries
(NiMH type), remove the protective cover
from the torch.
To put the torch back in place, engage it in the
notches on the base and pivot it upwards.

Ladder type vertical partition

Behind the driver's seat, a ladder type
vertical partition protects the driver against
the risk of load movement.


Partitions

Panel, glazed, mid-height panel with grille
and modular vertical grille type partitions are
available for your light van.

Carrying passengers in the load space
is not permitted.

It is advisable to immobilise the load
by securing it firmly using the stowing
rings on the floor. The torch's storage batteries recharge
automatically while driving.
An additional lamp is fitted in the middle
of the torch housing (refer to the "Interior
lighting" section).

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Practical information

REAR LAYOUT


Stowing rings

There are 4 stowing rings on the rear floor to
secure your luggage.







Luggage retaining net

Hooked onto the stowing rings, this enables
you to secure your luggage.


Rear shelf

Unfold the shelf to conceal the contents of
the boot from sight from the outside.
Fold the shelf back on itself for easier
access to the contents of the boot.
Store the shelf behind the rear bench seat
when loading bulky items vertically.

Removing the shelf
Fold the shelf back on itself.
Lift the shelf to approximately 60°.
Unclip the shelf's side fixings from its
supports.
Remove the shelf.
Store the folded shelf in the location behind
the rear bench seat.
To put the shelf back in place, carry out
these operations in reverse order.

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ACCESSORIES



Towing a trailer


TOWING A TRAILER, CARAVAN, ETC...


Driving advice

As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on the
engine speed.
On the contrary, use a high gear to lower the
engine speed and reduce your speed. In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature. A towed vehicle must free wheel: gearbox in
neutral.

Cooling:
towing a trailer on a slope
increases the coolant temperature.

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Towing a trailer



In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a steep
slope in high temperatures), the engine
automatically limits its power. In this case,
automatic cutting off of the air conditioning
allows the engine power to be saved.
If the coolant temperature
warning lamp comes on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
See the "Levels" section of chapter 7.

Tyres:
check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the "Identification
markings" section of chapter 7) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressures.

Brakes:
towing increases the braking
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,
change down early and brake gradually.
Side wind:
sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a
moderate speed.

ABS:
the system only controls the vehicle,
not the trailer.

Rear parking sensors:
the sensors
will be deactivated automatically
when an genuine CITROËN towbar is used
(see the "Rear parking sensors" section of
chapter 3).
Towbar

We recommend the use of original
CITROËN towbars and their harnesses,
which have been tested and approved from
the design stage of your vehicle, and that
the fitting of this equipment is entrusted to a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If this equipment is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer, it is essential that it is fitted using
the electrical pre-equipment located at
the rear of the vehicle and following the
manufacturer's instructions.
The operation of the rear parking sensors is
deactivated automatically when the trailer
cable connector is inserted in the towbar
socket.
When the trailer cable is removed, the rear
parking sensors are re-activated.
Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest objects are as close as possible
to the axle and the nose weight is close to
the maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it. The air density decreases with
altitude, so reducing the performance of
the engine. The maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for each 1 000 metres
of altitude. Refer to the "Technical data"
chapter for details of the weights and
towed loads applicable to your vehicle
and also to the administrative documents
(V5 registration document, ...).

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Changing a wheel


CHANGING A WHEEL


Parking the vehicle

As far as possible, park the vehicle on level,
stable and non-slippery ground.
Apply the parking brake, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear (on a hill).
It is imperative that you ensure that the
occupants get out of the vehicle and wait in
a safe location.
If possible, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be
changed.


Tools

The tools required are stored in a tool kit
located behind the driver's seat (Light van)
or behind the rear bench seat (Combi).


1.
Wheelbrace.

2.
Centring guide.

3.
Screwdriver.

4.
Jack with handle.

5.
Removable towing eye.
The jack and all of the tools are specific
to your vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes.
Never go underneath the vehicle when it is
raised only by the jack; use an axle stand.


Taking out the spare wheel

The spare wheel retaining bolt is located on
the rear left part of the loading sill.


1.
Slacken the wheel retaining bolt using the
wheelbrace.

2.
Unscrew fully to unwind the winch cable.

3.
Take out the spare wheel using the
wheelbrace.

4.
Raise the cover A
.

5.
Remove the cable B
from its housing.

6.
Release the spare wheel and place it
near the wheel to be changed.