tow CITROEN NEMO DAG 2014 Handbook (in English)

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Seats


Returning the bench seat to its position

Put the bench seat in place in its front
anchorages in the fully folded position.
Fold the bench seat to the table position,
the front and rear feet of the seat lock
automatically.


Returning the bench seat to the sitting
position
Lift the bench seat back.
Take care not to trap the seat belts.
Lock the seat back by pushing it fully
towards the rear. The red indicator is no
longer visible.
Repeat all of these operations for the other
part of the rear bench seat.

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Ventilation


CORRECT USE OF THE AIR
CONDITIONING
Operate the air conditioning system for
5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month,
to keep it in perfect working order.
Have the filter elements (air filter and
passenger compartment filter) replaced
regularly. If you drive in a dusty environment,
have them replaced twice as often.
It is normal that the condensation created by
the air conditioning system results in a flow
of water which may form a puddle under the
vehicle when parked.
If the system does not produce cold air, do
not use it and contact a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop.
VENTS

For optimum distribution and diffusion of hot
or cool air in the passenger compartment,
there are:


- 2 adjustable central vents,

- 2 adjustable and closing side vents,

- 2 vents directed towards the floor of the
vehicle.
In order to be effective, the air conditioning
should only be used with the windows
closed. However, if the interior temperature
is high after a prolonged period parked
in the sun, first ventilate the passenger
compartment for a few minutes.
For even air distribution, ensure that the
exterior air intake grille located at the base
of the windscreen is not obstructed and that
the side and central vents, the air outlets on
the floor and the air extractor at the rear are
open.
The air conditioning is useful in all seasons
as it eliminates condensation and air
humidity.

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Ventilation


These controls are located on the centre console.


Air conditioning

The air conditioning mode is operational
when the engine is running. The LED is on.

Temperature adjustment

Control positioned:


- in the blue zone delivers
cool air,

Air flow

The air flow fan setting varies
from 1
to the strongest 4
. Adjust
this control in order to reach the
desired level of comfort. To switch
off the fan, place the control in position 0
.
The air distribution is varied
by turning the control turned
towards:
the side vents and the central
vents,
the side vents, the central vents
and the footwells,
the footwells,
the windscreen, the front side
windows and the footwells,
the windscreen. Press the air flow fan control. The
LED comes on.
The air flow fan control must not
be in position 0
(zero flow) for air
conditioning to be obtained.
Turn the control to the position required.
- in the red zone delivers
heating of the interior air.



Air distribution

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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 pocket

A storage pocket 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 FITTINGS


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 view.
Fold the shelf back on itself for easier
access to the contents of the boot.
Stow 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.
Stow the folded shelf in the location behind
the rear bench seat.
To refit the shelf, carry out these operations
in reverse order.

11 4
Driving safely

PARKING BRAKE


Applying

Pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise
your vehicle.
Check that the parking brake is applied
firmly before leaving the vehicle.
If the parking brake is still on or has
not been released properly, this is
indicated by this warning lamp which
comes on on the instrument panel.
When parking on a slope, direct your wheels
towards the pavement and pull the parking
brake lever up.
There is no advantage in engaging a gear
after parking the vehicle, particularly if the
vehicle is loaded.
Pull on the parking brake lever, only with
the vehicle stationary
.
In the exceptional case of use of the parking
brake when the vehicle is moving, apply the
brake by pulling gently to avoid locking the
rear wheels (risk of skidding).


HAZARD WARNING LAMPS


Releasing

Pull the lever and press the button to lower
the parking brake lever. Press this button, the two direction
indicators flash.
They operate with the ignition off.
When the hazard warning lamps are
switched on, the change of direction
function, using the right-hand or left-hand
direction indicator, is deactivated.

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SAFETY



Airbags


AIRBAGS

The airbags have been designed to
maximise the safety of the occupants in the
event of a serious collision; they work in
conjunction with the force limiting seat belts.
In the event of a serious collision, the
electronic detectors record and analyse the
front and side impacts suffered in the impact
detection zones:


- in the event of a serious impact, the
airbags infl ate instantly and contribute
towards best protecting the occupants of
the vehicle. Immediately after the impact,
the airbags defl ate rapidly, so that they do
not hinder the visibility of the occupants
nor their possible exit from the vehicle.
- in the event of a minor or rear impact
and in certain roll-over conditions, the
airbags will not be deployed; the seat belt
alone contributes towards providing your
protection in these situations.
The seriousness of the collision depends on
the nature of the obstacle and the speed of
the vehicle at the moment of impact.
Airbags only operate when the
ignition is switched on.
This equipment only operates once. If a
second impact occurs (during the same or
a subsequent accident), the airbag will not
operate.
The deployment of an airbag or airbags is
accompanied by a slight discharge of smoke
and some noise, due to the activation of the
pyrotechnic cartridge incorporated in the
system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive
individuals may experience some irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result in a
slight loss of hearing for a short time.
It is imperative that the passenger
airbag is deactivated if a child seat is
installed facing rearwards. Refer to "Children
on board" in section 5.

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Airbags



LATERAL AIRBAGS


Deployment
It is deployed unilaterally in the event of a
serious side impact, perpendicular to the
longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on
a horizontal plane and directed from the
outside towards the inside of the vehicle.
The lateral airbag inflates between the
front occupant of the vehicle and the
corresponding door trim panel.

In the event of a minor impact or bump
on the side of the vehicle or if the
vehicle rolls over, the airbag may not be
deployed.
Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on in
the instrument panel, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay to have
the system checked. The airbags
may no longer be deployed in the
event of a serious impact.

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Child safety


"ISOFIX" MOUNTINGS

To attach this strap:


- remove and stow the head restraint
before fitting the child seat to this seat
(refit it once the child seat has been
replaced),

- pass the strap of the child seat over the
top of the seat backrest, between the
head restraint rod apertures,

- attach the hook on the strap to the rear
ring,

- tighten the top strap. Your vehicle has been approved in
accordance with the latest ISOFIX
regulation.
The mountings comprise three rings for each
rear bench side seat:


- two front rings, located between the
vehicle seat back and cushion,

- a rear ring, for securing the upper strap
referred to as the TOP TETHER.
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 easily on the two
front rings.
Some also have an upper strap which is
attached to the rear ring.
The incorrect installation of a child
seat in a vehicle compromises the
child's protection in the event of an accident.
Observe in full the fitting instructions in the
installation handbook provided with the child
seat.


Refer to the summary table showing
the installation possibilities for ISOFIX
child seats in your vehicle.

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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.