Citroen C4 (2016 year). Instruction — part 16

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Temporary puncture repair kit

Access to the kit

This kit is installed in the storage box, under the
boot floor.

A.

"Sealant" or "Air" position selector.

B. On

"I"

/ off "O" switch.

C.

Deflation button.

D.

Pressure gauge (in bar and psi).

E.

Compartment housing:

- a cable with adaptor for 12 V socket,
- various inflation adaptors for

accessories, such as balls,
bicycle tyres...

Description of the kit

F.

Sealant cartridge.

G.

White pipe with cap for repair.

H.

Black pipe for inflation.

I.

Speed limit sticker.

This kit consists of a compressor and a sealant
cartridge.
It allows the temporary repair

of a tyre.

You are then able to go to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.
Its compressor can be used to check and
adjust the pressure of the tyre.

The vehicle's electric system allows the
connection of a compressor for long
enough to inflate a tyre after a puncture
repair or for inflating a small inflatable
accessory.

The speed limit sticker I must be affixed
to the vehicle's steering wheel to remind
you that a wheel is in temporary use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre
repaired using this type of kit.

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Repair procedure

F

Switch off the ignition.

1. Sealing

F

Uncoil the white pipe G fully.

F

Unscrew the cap from the white pipe.

F Connect the white pipe to the valve of the

tyre to be repaired.

F

Connect the compressor's electric plug to

the vehicle's 12 V socket.

F

Start the vehicle and leave the engine

running.

F Turn the selector A to the

"sealant" position.

F

Check that the switch B is in

position "O"

.

Take care, this product is harmful (e.g.
ethylene-glycol, colophony...) if swallowed
and causes irritation to the eyes.
Keep this product out of the reach of
children.

Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated into the tyre.

Do not start the compressor before
connecting the white pipe to the tyre
valve: the sealant product would be
expelled through the pipe.

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F

Switch on the compressor by moving

the switch B to position "I" until the tyre
pressure reaches 2.0 bars.

The sealant is injected into the tyre under
pressure; do not disconnect the pipe from
the valve during this operation (risk of
splashing).

F

Remove the kit and screw the cap back on

the white pipe.

Take care to avoid staining your vehicle
with traces of fluid. Keep the kit to hand.

F

Drive immediately for approximately three

miles (five kilometres), at reduced speed
(between 15 and 35 mph (20 and
60 km/h)), to plug the puncture.

F

Stop to check the repair and the tyre

pressure using the kit.

If after around 5 to 7 minutes the
pressure is not attained, this indicates
that the tyre is not repairable; contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.

Tyre under-inflation detection

If the vehicle is fitted with tyre under-
inflation detection, the under-inflation
warning lamp will remain on after the
wheel has been repaired until the system
is reinitialised by a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop.

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F

Connect the compressor's electric plug to

the vehicle's 12 V socket.

F

Start the vehicle again and leave the

engine running.

F Turn the selector A to the "air"

position.

F

Uncoil the black pipe H fully.

F

Connect the black pipe to the

valve of the wheel.

2. Inflation

F

Adjust the pressure using the compressor

(to inflate: switch B in position "I";
to deflate: switch B in position "O" and
press button C

), in accordance with the

vehicle's tyre pressure label (located on the
left hand door aperture).

A loss of pressure indicates that the
puncture has not been fully plugged;
contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop for assistance.

F

Remove and stow the kit.

F

Drive at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h]

max) limiting the distance travelled to
approximately 120 miles (200 km).

As soon as possible, go to a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
You must inform the technician that you
have used this kit. After inspection, the
technician will advise you on whether
the tyre can be repaired or if it must be
replaced.

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Removing the cartridge

F

Stow the black pipe.

F

Detach the angled base from the white pipe.

F

Support the compressor vertically.

F

Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.

F

Connect the compressor's electrical

connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.

F

Start the vehicle and let the engine run.

F

Adjust the pressure using the compressor

(to inflate: switch B in position "I";
to deflate: switch B in position "O" and
press button C

), according to the vehicle's

tyre pressure label or the accessory's
pressure label.

F

Remove the kit then stow it.

Checking tyre pressures / inflating accessories

You can also use the compressor, without
injecting any product, to:
- check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,
- inflate other accessories (balls,

bicycle tyres...).

F Turn the selector A to the "Air"

position.

F

Uncoil the black pipe H fully.

F

Connect the black pipe to the

valve of the wheel or accessory.

If necessary, fit one of the adaptors
supplied with the kit first.

Beware of discharges of fluid.
The expiry date of the fluid is indicated
on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed for
single use; even if only partly used, it
must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the cartridge
into the environment, take it to an
authorised waste disposal site or a
CITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealant
cartridge, available from CITROËN
dealers or from a qualified workshop.

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Spare wheel

Access to the tools

The tools are installed in the boot under the
floor.
To gain access to them:
F open the boot,
F raise the floor,
F

secure it by hooking its cord on the hook

on the rear shelf support,

F with a standard size spare wheel, unclip

and remove the box in the middle of the
wheel containing the tools,

or
F

with a "space-saver" spare wheel; lift the

wheel at the rear towards you for access to
the storage box containing the tools.

List of tools

Wheel with trim

When removing the wheel, detach the
trim first using the wheelbrace 1 pulling

at the valve passage hole.
When refitting the wheel

, refit the trim

starting by placing its notch facing the

valve and press around its edge with

the palm of your hand.

Procedure for changing a wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre for the spare wheel, using the tools supplied with the vehicle.

All of these tools are specific to your

vehicle and can vary according to

equipment.

Do not use them for any other purposes.

1.

Wheelbrace.

For removing the wheel trim and the wheel
fixing bolts.

2.

Jack with integral handle.

For raising the vehicle.

3.

Bolt cover removal tool.

For removing the bolt head protectors on
alloy wheels.

4.

Socket for the security bolts (located in the

glove box).

For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.

The jack must only be used to change a

wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.

Do not use any jack other than the one

supplied with this vehicle.

If the vehicle does not have its original

jack, contact a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop to obtain the correct

jack for it.

The jack does not require any

maintenance.

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For BlueHDi Diesel versions

If your vehicle has an electric parking brake,
the jack is stowed in a bag placed in the boot.

If your vehicle has a manual parking brake,
the jack is stowed under the spare wheel and
under the storage box:
F

remove the "space-saver" type spare

wheel,

F

remove the polystyrene storage box,

F

push the jack forward, then lift it by its rear

part.

The spare wheel is installed in the boot under
the floor.
Depending on version, the spare wheel may be
a standard size steel or alloy wheel; for some
countries of sale it is the "space saver" type.
For access to the spare wheel, first refer to
"Access to the tools" in this section.

Access to the spare wheel

If your vehicle has an electric parking
brake, only a "space saver" type of
wheel can be stowed in the boot.

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Taking out the standard wheel

F

Unscrew the yellow central bolt.

F

Raise the spare wheel towards you from

the rear.

F

Take the wheel out of the boot.

Putting the standard wheel back
in place

F

Put the wheel back in its housing.

F

Unscrew the yellow central bolt by a few

turns then put it in place in the centre of the
wheel.

Tyre under-inflation detection

The spare wheel is not fitted with a
sensor. The punctured wheel must be
repaired by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

F

Tighten fully until the central bolt clicks to

retain the wheel correctly.

F

Put the box back in place in the centre of

the wheel and clip it.

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Removing a wheel

* position P

for an automatic gearbox.

List of operations

Parking the vehicle

Immobilise the vehicle where it does not
block traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and non-slippery ground.
Apply the parking brake unless it has
been programmed to automatic mode,
switch off the ignition and engage first
gear* to lock the wheels.
Check that the braking warning lamps
in the instrument panel are on (not
flashing).
The occupants must get out of the
vehicle and wait where they are safe.
If necessary, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.

F

Remove the bolt cover from each of

the bolts using the tool 3 (according to
equipment).

F

Fit the security socket 4 on the

wheelbrace 1

to slacken the security bolt.

F

Slacken the other bolts using the

wheelbrace 1

only.

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F

Place the foot of the 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.

Ensure that the jack is stable. If the ground is slippery or loose, the jack may slip or drop -
Risk of injury!
Take care to position the jack only at one of the jacking points A or B under the vehicle,
ensuring that the head of the jack is centred under the contact area of the vehicle.
Otherwise, there is a risk of damage to the vehicle and/or the jack dropping - Risk of injury!

F

Remove the bolts and store them in a clean

place.

F

Remove the wheel.

F

Extend 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 engaged with the central part of the
head of the jack.

F Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient

space between the wheel and the ground
to admit the spare (not punctured) wheel
easily.

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List of operations

F

Put the wheel in place on the hub.

F

Screw in the bolts by hand to the stop.

F

Pre-tighten the security bolt using the

wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security
socket 4.

F

Pre-tighten the other bolts using the

wheelbrace 1

only.

Fitting a wheel

Fitting a steel or "space-
saver" spare wheel

If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,
when tightening the bolts on fitting it is
normal to notice that the washers do
not come into contact with the steel or
"space-saver" spare wheel. The wheel
is secured by the conical contact of
each bolt.

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F

Tighten the security bolt using the

wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security
socket 4.

F

Tighten the other bolts using the

wheelbrace 1

only.

F

Refit the bolt covers to the bolts (according

to equipment).

F

Store the tools in the box.

F

Lower the vehicle fully.

F

Fold the jack 2 and detach it.

After changing a wheel

To store the punctured wheel in the
boot correctly, first remove the central
cover.
When using the "space-saver" type
spare wheel, do not exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h).
Have the tightening of the bolts and the
pressure of the spare wheel checked
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired and
replace it on the vehicle as soon as
possible.

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Changing a bulb

The headlamps are fitted with
polycarbonate glass with a protective
coating:
F do not clean them using a dry

or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,

F

use a sponge and soapy water or a

pH neutral product,

F

when using a high pressure washer

on persistent marks, do not keep
the lance directed towards the
lamps or their edges for too long,
so as not to damage their protective
coating and seals.

Changing a bulb should only be done
after the headlamp has been switched
off for several minutes (risk of serious
burns).
F Do not touch the bulb directly with

your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.

It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs to avoid
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a
new bulb with the same type and
specification.

Front lamps

Model with xenon and directional
headlamps

1. Directional dipped / main beam

headlamps (D1S).

2. Direction indicators (PY21W amber).
3. Daytime running lamps / sidelamps

(P21/5W XL).

4. Foglamps (H11).

Risk of electrocution

Xenon bulbs (D1S) must be replaced
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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F

Remove the air deflector by unclipping

each of its three attachment points.

F

Unclip the bonnet release cable at its

two fixings.

F

Move the cable down.

After changing the failed bulb, remember to
put everything back in place (cable and air
deflector).

Depending on the engine and only on the left
hand side, you must first carry out the following
operations for access to the protective covers
on the bulbs.

Access to bulbs

Model with halogen headlamps
and LED light signature* (type 2)

1. Direction indicators (LEDs).
2. Daytime running lamps / sidelamps (LEDs).
3. Dipped beam headlamps (H7).
4. Main beam headlamps (H7).
5. Foglamps (H11).

Bulbs with lugs, type H1, H7... take care
to position them correctly to ensure the
best lighting.

Model with halogen headlamps
(type 1)

1. Direction indicators (H21 clear).
2. Dipped beam headlamps (H7).
3. Main beam headlamps (H1).
4. Daytime running lamps / sidelamps

(P21/5W XL).

5. Foglamps (H11).

Bulbs with lugs, type H1, H7... take care
to position them correctly to ensure the
best lighting.

* LED: light emitting diodes.

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Changing direction indicator
bulbs

Model with halogen headlamps (type 1)
F

Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn and

pull it out.

F

Pull the bulb out and change it.

To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

Model with Xenon headlamps
F

Remove the protective cover by pulling its

tongue.

F

Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn and

pull it out.

F

Turn the bulb a quarter of a turn and

change it.

To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

Amber coloured bulbs, such as the
direction indicators, must be replaced
with bulbs of identical specifications
and colour.

Rapid flashing of the direction indicator
warning lamp (right or left) indicates the
failure of a bulb on that side.

Model with halogen headlamps (type 2)
For the replacement of this type of LED lamp,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Changing main beam headlamp
bulbs (on models with
type 1 halogen headlamps)

F

Remove the protective cover by pulling

the tab.

F

Disconnect the connector.

F

Squeeze the springs to release the bulb.

F

Pull the bulb out and change it.

To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

Changing main beam headlamp
bulbs (on models with
type 2 halogen headlamps)

F

Remove the protective cover by pulling

the tab.

F

Disconnect the connector.

F

Pull the bulb out and change it.

To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

Changing dipped beam headlamp
bulbs (on models with halogen
headlamps)

F

Remove the protective cover by pulling the

tab.

F

Disconnect the connector.

F

Spread the springs to release the bulb.

F

Pull the bulb out and change it.

To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

When refitting, close the protective
cover carefully to preserve the sealing
of the headlamp.