tyre pressure CITROEN NEMO DAG 2013 Handbook (in English)

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Limit the causes of excess
consumption

Spread loads throughout the vehicle; place
the heaviest items in the bottom of the boot,
as close as possible to the rear seats.
Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and
reduce wind resistance (roof bars, roof rack,
bicycle carrier, trailer...). Use a roof box in
preference.
Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.

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



Observe the recommendations on
maintenance

Check the tyre pressures regularly, when
cold, referring to the label in the door
aperture, driver's side.
Carry out this check in particular:


- before a long journey,

- at each change of season,

- after a long period out of use.
Don't forget the spare wheel and the tyres on
any trailer or caravan.

Have your vehicle serviced regularly (engine
oil, oil fi lter, air fi lter...) and observe the
schedule of operations recommended by the
manufacturer.


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

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

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Driving safely

HORN
Press the centre of the steering wheel.


Anti-lock braking system and
electronic brake force distribution
Linked systems which improve the stability
and manoeuvrability of your vehicle when
braking, in particular on poor or slippery
surfaces.

















BRAKING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS

Group of supplementary systems which help
you to obtain optimum braking in complete
safety in emergency situations:


- anti-lock braking system (ABS),

- electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD),

- emergency braking assistance (EBA).
Activation
The anti-lock braking system comes into
operation automatically when there is a risk
of wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibration of the brake
pedal accompanied by some noise.


When braking in an emergency, press
very fi rmly without releasing the pressure.


Operating fault

If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the instrument
panel screen, it indicates a fault with
the anti-lock braking system which could result
in loss of control of the vehicle when braking.
If this warning lamp comes on,
together with the ABS
warning
lamp, accompanied by a message
in the instrument panel screen, it
indicates a fault with the electronic
brake force distribution which could result in
loss of control of the vehicle when braking.

You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.


Good practice
The ABS system does not provide shorter
braking distances. On very slippery surfaces
(black ice, oil...) the ABS can extend braking
distances. For emergency braking, press the
brake pedal hard and do not release it, even
on a slipper surface; you will then be able to
steer the vehicle and avoid an obstacle.
When replacing wheels (tyres and
rims), ensure that they conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
In either case, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.
For maximum braking effi ciency, a
bedding-in period of around 300 miles
(500 kilometres) is needed. During this period
it is recommended that you avoid harsh,
repeated or prolonged braking.

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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



Refitting a wheel


6.
Put the trim back in place, starting by
placing its notch facing the valve, and
press with the palm of your hand.

7.
Stow the tools and the wheel.

8.
Check the wheel inflation pressure (see
"Identification") and have the balance
checked. Refer to the "Identification markings"
section of chapter 8 to locate the
tyre label.
Have the tightening of the bolts and the
pressure of the spare wheel checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.


1.
Put the wheel in place using the centring
guide 2
to assist you.

2.
Screw in the 3 bolts by hand and remove
the centring guide. Position the 4th bolt.

3.
Pre-tighten using the wheelbrace 1
.

4.
Fold the jack 4
and detach it.

5.
Tighten the wheel bolts using the
wheelbrace. Also, have the original wheel repaired
and refitted by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop as soon as
possible.

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QUICK HELP



Changing a wheel













TEMPORARY PUNCTURE REPAIR KIT


This kit is located at the front of the
passenger compartment. It consists of:


- a repair cartridge A
, containing the
sealant, equipped with:


●
a fi lling pipe B
,

●
a sticker C
indicating "max. 80 km/h", which
the driver must affi x to the dashboard in a
visible position after repairing the tyre,

- a compressor D
equipped with a pressure
gauge and unions,

- adaptors for the inflation of various items,

- a pair of protective gloves,

- a quick guide to use of the temporary
puncture repair kit.


Repair procedure



- Apply the parking brake and place the
gear lever in neutral.

- Unscrew the valve cap of the tyre to be
repaired.

- Take out the filling pipe B
and screw the
ring E
onto the tyre valve.

- Check that the on/off switch F
on the
compressor is in position "0"
(off).
- Start the engine.

- Insert the connector G
in the nearest
12 V accessory socket in the vehicle.

- Place the compressor's on/off switch F
in
position "1"
(on).

- Inflate the tyre to a pressure of 3 bars.
To obtain a more accurate reading, you are
advised to check the pressure value on the
pressure gauge H
, with the compressor off. This temporary puncture repair kit is
available from CITROËN dealers.
It is provided for the repair of holes of
a maximum diameter of 4 mm, located
exclusively on the tread or side wall of the
tyre. Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated into the tyre.

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Changing a wheel



- If a pressure of at least 1.5 bars
is not
reached within 5 minutes
:


●
disconnect the compressor from the
valve and from the 12 V accessory
socket,

●
move the vehicle forward by
approximately 10 metres to distribute the
fi lling fl uid inside the tyre,

●
then repeat the infl ation operation.



- If a pressure of at least 1.8 bars
is not
reached within 10 minutes
:


●
stop the repair procedure; the tyre has
suffered too much damage and cannot
be repaired,

●
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.



- If the tyre has been inflated to a pressure
of 3 bars
, set off again immediately.
After driving for approximately 10 minutes,
stop and check the pressure of the tyre
again.
Re-inflate the tyre to the correct pressure if
necessary and contact a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
You must inform the technician that you
have repaired the tyre using the temporary
puncture repair kit and show him its
instructions.


Checking and correcting the pressure

For checking and correcting the pressure of
a tyre, use the compressor as follows:


- disconnect the pipe I
,

- connect it directly to the tyre valve,
the cartridge will then be connected to the
compressor and the sealant will not be
injected.

Replacing the repair cartridge

Disconnect the pipe I
.
Turn the empty cartridge anticlockwise and
lift it.
Insert the new cartridge and turn it
clockwise.
Reconnect the pipe I
and connect the pipe B

in its location.

The repair cartridge contains ethylene-
glycol, a product which is harmful if
swallowed and which causes irritation to the
eyes.
Keep this product out of reach of children.
After use, take the cartridge to a CITROËN
dealer or to an authorised waste disposal
site. If the tyre has to be deflated:


- connect the pipe I
to the tyre valve,

- press the yellow button, located in the
centre of the switch F
on the compressor.

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QUICK HELP



Identifi cation markings


IDENTIFICATION FEATURES



A. Manufacturer's plate


1. VF Type serial number.

2. Gross vehicle weight (GVW).

3. Gross train weight (GTW).

4. Maximum weight on front axle.

5. Maximum weight on rear axle.
B. Serial number on the body

C. Paint reference

D. Serial number on the fascia

E. Tyre pressures

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VISUAL SEARCH



Exterior



EXTERIOR (LIGHT VAN)


Rear lamp, direction indicators, 3rd
brake lamp ............... 41-42, 146-147
Right-hand side:
fuel fi ller cap, fuel tank ................... 156
fuel cut-off ...............................156-157

Load space .............................108-109
Rear doors ......................31, 33, 36-40
Opening/Closing to 180° ........... 37, 39

Number plate lamps ...................... 146

Rear parking sensors ...................... 72

Spare wheel, changing a wheel,
tools .....................................138-140

Towing, lifting ................................. 154
Towbar ....................................131-132
Dimensions .................................58-59

Accessories ............................133-134
Roof rack ....................................... 133

Key, remote control, battery ........31-33
Central locking ..................... 31, 37, 39
Opening/Closing front windows ....... 32
Confi dential card.............................. 34
Alarm ............................................... 35

Wiper blades.................................. 148
Door mirrors ..................................... 46
Side repeater ................................. 145

Front lamps, foglamps, direction
indicators .................. 41-42,143-145
Headlamp beam height adjustment .....42
Changing bulbs.......................143-147

Opening/
Closing doors ...............31, 33, 36-40
Opening the bonnet ....................... 159
Menu - autoclose ................. 37, 39, 70

Brakes, pads.......................... 162, 164
Hill start assist ................................. 54
Braking assistance ................. 114-115
Trajectory control .................... 115-117
Tyres, pressures ............................ 155

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Exterior



EXTERIOR (COMBI)


Brakes, pads.......................... 162, 164
Hill start assist ................................. 54
Braking assistance ................. 114-115
Trajectory control .................... 115-117
Tyres, pressures .................... 142, 155
Dimensions .................................60-63

Accessories ............................133-134
Roof bars ....................................... 133

Key, remote control, battery ........31-33
Central locking ..................... 31, 37, 39
Opening/Closing front windows ....... 32
Confi dential card.............................. 34
Alarm ............................................... 35

Wiper blades.................................. 148
Door mirrors ..................................... 46
Side repeater ................................. 145

Front lamps, foglamps,
direction indicators .... 41-42, 143-145
Headlamp beam height adjustment .... 42
Changing bulbs.......................143-147

Opening/
Closing doors ...............31, 33, 36-40
Child lock ......................................... 40
Rear windows .................................. 47
Opening the bonnet ....................... 159
Menu - autoclose ................. 37, 39, 70
Right-hand side:
fuel fi ller cap, fuel tank ................... 156
fuel cut-off ...............................156-157

Rear fi ttings ............................ 110-111
Rear doors ......................31, 33, 36-40
Opening/Closing to 180° ........... 37, 39

Number plate lamps ...................... 146

Rear parking sensors ...................... 72

Spare wheel,
changing a wheel,
tools, temporary puncture
repair kit ............... 138-140, 141-142

Towing, lifting ................................. 154
Towbar ....................................131-132


Rear lamps, direction indicators,
3 rd brake lamp
......... 41-42, 146-147