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Green: electrical connection established;

charging can begin.

CHARGE

Flashing green: charging in progress or

temperature pre-conditioning activated.

Fixed green: charging complete.

FAULT

Red: fault; charging not permitted or must

be stopped immediately. Check that everything

is connected correctly and that the electrical

system is not faulty.

If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Upon plugging the charging cable into a

domestic socket, all of the indicator lamps come

on briefly.

If no indicator lamps come on, check the

domestic socket's circuit-breaker:

– If the circuit-breaker has tripped, contact a

professional to check that the electrical system

is compatible and/or carry out any necessary

repairs.

– If the circuit-breaker has not tripped, stop

using the charging cable and contact a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Control unit label - Recommendations

Refer to the handbook before use.

1.

Incorrect use of this charging cable may

result in fire, property damage and serious

injury or death by electrocution!

2.

Always use a correctly earthed power

socket, protected by a 30 mA residual

current device.

3.

Always use an electrical socket protected

by a circuit-breaker appropriate for the

electrical circuit’s current rating.

4.

The weight of the control unit must not be

borne by the electrical socket, plug and

cables.

5.

Never use this charging cable if it is

defective or in any way damaged.

6.

Never attempt to repair or open this

charging cable. It contains no repairable

parts - replace the charging cable if it is

damaged.

7.

Never immerse this charging cable in water.

8.

Never use this charging cable with an

extension cable, a multi-plug socket, a

conversion adaptor or on a damaged

electrical socket.

9.

Do not unplug the plug from the wall as a

means of stopping charging.

10.

Immediately stop charging, by locking and

then unlocking the vehicle using the remote

control key, if the charging cable or wall

socket feel burning hot to the touch.

11.

This charging cable includes components

liable to cause electrical arcing or sparks.

Do not expose to flammable vapours.

12.

Only use this charging cable with CITROËN

vehicles.

13.

Never plug the cable into the wall socket (or

unplug it) with wet hands.

14.

Do not force the connector if it is locked into

the vehicle.

Control unit label - State of indicator

lamps

State of the

indicator lamp

Off

On

Flashing

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POWER

CHARGE

FAULT

Symbol

Description

Not connected to the power supply or power is not

available from the infrastructure.

(green)

(green)

(red)

The control unit is currently performing a self-test.

(green)

Connected only to the infrastructure or to the

infrastructure and to the Electric Vehicle (EV) but

no charging in progress.

(green)

(green)

Connected to the power supply and to the Electric

Vehicle (EV).

The EV is on charge or in a temperature pre-

conditioning sequence.

(green)

(green)

Connected to the power supply and to the Electric

Vehicle (EV).

The EV is waiting for charging or the charging of

the EV is completed.

(red)

Control unit malfunction. No charging allowed.

If an error indicator reappears after a manual reset,

the control unit must be checked by a CITROËN

dealer before the next charge.

(green)

(green)

(red)

The control unit is in diagnostic mode.

Manual reset procedure

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The control unit can be reset by simultaneously disconnecting the charging connector and the wall socket.

Then, reconnect the wall socket first. For more information, refer to the handbook.

Charging the traction

battery (Rechargeable

hybrid)

For a full charge, follow the charging procedure

without interrupting it, until it stops automatically.

Charging may be performed either immediately

(by default) or deferred.

Deferred charging is set via the touch

screen or the

MyCitroën App

application.

When the vehicle is connected, the following

information is displayed on the instrument panel:

– Traction battery charge status (%).

– Remaining range (miles or km).

– Estimated charging time (calculation may take

a few seconds).

– Charging speed (miles or km gained per hour).

After the instrument panel has been put into

standby mode, this information can be displayed

again by unlocking the vehicle or opening a door.

It is also possible to monitor the charging

progress using the

MyCitroën App

application.

For more information on

Remote functions

,

refer to the corresponding section.

Lounge mode

When the vehicle is connected, it is

possible to switch on the ignition and use

certain functions such as the audio and

telematics system and the air conditioning

system for several hours.

Low load / Driving

Driving when the charge level of the

traction battery is too low can lead to the

vehicle breaking down and can lead to

accidents or serious injuries. ALWAYS make

sure the traction battery has a sufficient

charge level.

Low load / Parking

If the outside temperature is negative,

it is recommended not to park your vehicle

outside for several hours at a low load (less

than 20%).

Vehicle in storage for more than 1

month

In the event of a long period of non-use of

the vehicle (beyond 4 weeks) without the

possibility of charging when restarting, the

self-discharge may make it impossible to

restart if the traction battery charge level

is a low or very low, especially at negative

ambient temperatures. ALWAYS make sure

that the traction battery has a charge between

20% and 40% if you do not plan to use your

vehicle for several weeks.

Do not connect the charging cable.

Always park the vehicle in a place with

temperatures between -10°C and 30°C

(parking in a place with extreme temperatures

can damage the traction battery).

Refer to the

Accessory battery

(Rechargeable hybrid)

section for the

battery disconnection procedure.

Precautions

Rechargeable hybrid vehicles have

been developed in accordance with the

recommendations for maximum electromagnetic

field limits established by the ICNIRP

(International Commission on Non-Ionizing

Radiation Protection - 1998 Guidelines).

Wearers of pacemakers or equivalent

devices should consult a doctor to

enquire about any applicable precautionary

measures, or contact the manufacturer of their

implanted electronic medical device to check that

it is guaranteed to operate in an environment

compliant with the ICNIRP guidelines.

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If in doubt

, during charging, do not remain

inside or near the vehicle, near the charging

cable or the charging unit, even for a short time.

Before charging

Depending on the context:

► Have a professional check that the

electrical system to be used complies with

applicable standards and is compatible with

the vehicle.

► Have a professional electrician install

a dedicated domestic power socket or

accelerated charging unit (Wallbox)

compatible with the vehicle.

Use the charging cable supplied with the

vehicle.

For more information, contact a CITROËN

dealer or a qualified workshop.

During charging

As a safety measure, the engine will

not start if the charging cable is plugged into

the connector on the vehicle. A warning is

displayed on the instrument panel.

While charging is in progress, unlocking the

vehicle will cause the charging to stop.

If no action is taken on one of the openings

(door or boot) or on the charging nozzle, the

vehicle will lock again after 30 seconds and

charging will resume automatically.

Never work under the bonnet:

– Some areas remain very hot, even an hour

after charging ends - risk of burns!

– The fan may start at any time - risk of cuts

or strangulation!

After charging

Check that the charging flap is closed.

Do not leave the cable connected to the

domestic power socket - risk of short-circuit

or electrocution in the event of contact with or

immersion in water!

Charging procedure

Connection

► Before

charging, check that the gear selector

is in mode

P

and the ignition is off, otherwise

charging is impossible.

► Open the charging flap by pressing the top

right push-button, and check that there are

no foreign bodies on the vehicle's charging

connector.

The light guides in the flap come on white.

Domestic charging (mode 2)

► First, connect the charging cable from the

control unit to the domestic socket.

When the connection is made, all of the indicator

lamps on the control unit light up, then only the

POWER

indicator lamp remains on in green.

► Remove the protective cover from the

charging nozzle.

► Insert the nozzle into the vehicle's charging

connector.

The start of charging is confirmed by the flashing

of the green light guides in the flap and the

flashing of the

CHARGE

indicator lamp in green

on the control unit.

If this is not the case, charging has not started;

restart the procedure, ensuring that all of the

connections are properly established.

The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to

indicate that the nozzle is locked.

Accelerated charging (mode 3)

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► Follow the accelerated charging unit

(Wallbox) user instructions.

► Remove the protective cover from the

charging nozzle.

► Insert the nozzle into the vehicle's charging

connector.

The start of charging is confirmed by the flashing

of the green light guides in the flap.

If this is not the case, charging has not

started; restart the procedure ensuring that all

connections are properly established.

The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to

indicate that the nozzle is locked.

Disconnection

Before disconnecting the nozzle from the

charging connector:

► If the vehicle is locked, unlock it.

► If the vehicle is unlocked,

lock it and then

unlock it

.

If selective unlocking of the doors is

activated, press the unlocking button on

the remote control twice to disconnect the

nozzle.

The red indicator lamp in the flap goes out to

confirm that the nozzle is unlocked.

► Within

30 seconds

, remove the charging

nozzle.

Domestic charging (mode 2)

The end of charging is confirmed when the

green

CHARGE

indicator lamp on the control

unit comes on fixed and the green light guides in

the flap come on fixed.

► After disconnection, replace the protective

cover over the nozzle and close the charging

flap.

► Disconnect the control unit's charging cable

from the domestic socket.

Accelerated charging (mode 3)

The end of charging is confirmed by the

accelerated charging unit (Wallbox) and when

the green light guides in the flap come on fixed.

► After disconnection, replace the nozzle on to

the charging unit and close the charging flap.

Deferred charging

Settings

► In the

Energy

touch screen

application, select the

Charging

tab.

► Set the charging start time.

► Press

OK

.

The setting is saved in the system.

You can also programme the deferred

charging function using a smartphone, via

the

MyCitroën App

application.

For more information on

Remote functions

,

refer to the corresponding section.

Activation

► Connect the vehicle to the desired charging

equipment.

► Press this button in the flap within one

minute to activate deferred charging

(confirmed by the light guides coming on in

blue).

Towing device

Load distribution

► 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 towable load

must be reduced by 10% per 1,000 metres of

altitude.

Use genuine towing devices and their

wiring harnesses approved by CITROËN.

We recommend having them fitted by a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

If not fitted by a CITROËN dealer, they must

still be fitted in accordance with the vehicle

manufacturer's instructions.

Important

: with a motorised tailgate and its

Hands-Free Tailgate Access function, if a

towing device is fitted outside the CITROËN

dealer network, it is essential to visit a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop

to recalibrate the detection system. Risk

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of malfunction of the Hands-Free Tailgate

Access function.

Certain driving or manoeuvring aid functions

are automatically deactivated while an

approved towing system is in use.

For more information about driving with a

towing device fitted to a trailer and associated

with the

Trailer stability assist

, refer to the

corresponding section.

Comply with the maximum authorised

towable weight, as indicated on your

vehicle's registration certificate, on the

manufacturer's label and in the

Technical

data

section of this guide.

Complying with the maximum authorised

nose weight (towball weight) also includes

the use of accessories (e.g. bicycle

carriers, tow boxes).

Observe the legislation in force in the

country where you are driving.

Vehicle equipped with motorised

tailgate with Hands-Free Tailgate

Access function

To avoid unintentionally opening the

motorised tailgate while operating the towing

device:

– Deactivate this function in advance in your

vehicle's setting application.

– Or remove the electronic key from the

recognition zone, with the tailgate closed.

If the vehicle has to be towed, first

remove the very cold climate screen from

the front bumper.

Towing device with quickly

detachable towball

Presentation

No tools are required to install or remove this

genuine towing device.

1.

Carrier

2.

Protective plug

3.

Connection socket

4.

Safety eye

5.

Detachable towball

6.

Locking/unlocking wheel

7.

Security key lock

8.

Label to note the key references

A. Locked

position (

green

mark opposite the

white

mark); the wheel is in contact with the

towball (no gap).

B. Unlocked

position (

red

mark opposite the

white

mark); the wheel is no longer in contact

with the towball (gap of around 5 mm).

To ensure complete safety while driving

with a

Towing device

, refer to the

corresponding section.

Before each use

Verify that the towball is correctly fitted,

checking the following points:

– The green mark on the wheel is aligned

with the white mark on the towball.

– The wheel is in contact with the towball

(position

A

).

– The security key lock is closed and the

key removed; the wheel can no longer be

operated.

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– The towball must not be able to move in

its carrier; test by attempting to shake it with

your hand.

If the towball is not locked, the trailer can

become detached - risk of an accident!

During use

Never release the locking system with a

trailer or load carrier on the towball.

Never exceed the maximum authorised

weight for the vehicle - the Gross Train

Weight or GTW.

Always comply with the maximum authorised

load on the towing device: if it is exceeded,

this device may become detached from the

vehicle - risk of an accident!

Before driving, check the headlamp height

adjustment and check that the lamps on the

trailer operate correctly.

For more information on

Headlamp height

adjustment

, refer to the corresponding

section.

After use

When travelling without a trailer or

load carrier, remove the towball and fit the

protective plug into the carrier, to provide

clear visibility of the number plate and/or its

lighting.

Fitting the towball

► Below the rear bumper, remove the protective

plug

2

from the carrier

1

.

► Insert the end of the towball

5

into the carrier

1

and push it upwards; it will lock into position

automatically.

► The wheel

6

rotates a quarter turn anti-

clockwise; take care to keep your hands clear!

► Check that the mechanism has correctly

locked into place and that the green mark on

the wheel is aligned with the white mark on the

towball (position

A

).

► Close the lock

7

using the key.

► Remove the key. The key cannot be removed

while the lock is open.

► Lower the cap to protect the lock.

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► Remove the protective cover from the

towball.

► Attach the trailer to the towball.

► Attach the cable on the trailer to the safety

eye

4

on the carrier.

► Insert the trailer plug and rotate it by a

quarter turn to connect it to the connection

socket

3

on the carrier.

Removing the towball

► Grasp the trailer's plug, perform a quarter

turn and pull to disconnect it from the connection

socket

3

on the carrier.

► Detach the trailer's safety cable from the

safety eye

4

on the carrier.

► Unhitch the trailer from the towball.

► Replace the protective cover over the towball.

► Lift the cap to access the lock.

► Insert the key into the lock

7

.

► Open the lock using the key.

► Hold the towball

5

firmly in one hand; using

the other hand, pull and turn the wheel

6

fully in

a clockwise direction until it stops; do not release

the wheel.

► Extract the towball from the base of its

carrier

1

.

► Release the wheel; it automatically locks

in the unlocked position and the red mark on

the wheel is in line with the white mark on the

towball (position

B

).

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► Replace the protective plug

2

into the

carrier

1

.

► Stow the towball in its bag to protect it from

knocks and dirt.

Maintenance

Correct operation is only possible if the towball

and its carrier are kept clean.

Before cleaning the vehicle with a high-pressure

jet wash, the towball must be removed and the

protective plug fitted to the carrier.

Work on the towing device

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

Roof bars

As a safety measure and to avoid

damaging the roof, it is essential to use

transverse roof bars approved for your

vehicle.

Observe the instructions on fitting and use

contained in the guide supplied with the roof

bars.

Maximum load distributed over the

transverse roof bars, for a loading height

not exceeding 40 cm (except bicycle carrier):

80 kg

.

As this value may change, please verify the

maximum load quoted in the guide supplied

with the roof bars.

If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the speed

of the vehicle to the profile of the road to

avoid damaging the roof bars and the fixings

on the vehicle.

Be sure to refer to national legislation in order

to comply with the regulations for transporting

objects that are longer than the vehicle.

Fitting on longitudinal bars

The transverse bars must be fixed at the

markings located on the longitudinal bars.

Fitting directly to the roof

You must only attach the transverse bars to

the four fixing points located on the roof frame.

These points are concealed by the vehicle doors

when the doors are closed.

The roof bar fixings have a stud which must be

inserted into the opening of each fixing point.

Recommendations

Distribute the load uniformly, taking care

to avoid overloading one of the sides.

Arrange the heaviest part of the load as close

as possible to the roof.

Secure the load firmly.

Drive gently: the vehicle will be more

susceptible to the effects of side winds and its

stability may be affected.

Regularly check the security and tight

fastening of the roof bars, at least before each

trip.

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Remove the roof bars once they are no longer

needed.

Sunroof

Do not operate the sunroof when using

roof bars - risk of major damage!

Very cold climate screen

(Depending on country of sale)

Only for rechargeable hybrid vehicles.

This removable device prevents the

accumulation of snow around the radiator

cooling fan.

It consists of two elements.

In case of difficulty with installation/

removal

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

Before any operation, ensure that the

engine is off and the cooling fan has

stopped.

It is essential to remove them when:

– the outside temperature exceeds

10°C.

– recovery is in progress.

– the speed is above 75 mph (120 km/h).

Fitting

► Present the corresponding screen.

► Engage the fixing lugs in the bumper until

they all clip into position.

► Check that the assembly is firmly held by

pressing around the edges.

Removing

► Insert a finger in the lower outside corner of

the screen.

► Pull towards you to guide the unclipping of

the assembly.

Snow chains

In wintry conditions, snow chains improve

traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle

when braking.

Snow chains must be fitted only to the

front wheels. They must never be fitted to

"space-saver" type spare wheels.

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Observe the legislation in force in your

country relating to the use of snow

chains and maximum authorised speeds.

Use only chains designed to be fitted to the type

of wheel fitted to the vehicle:

Original tyre size

Maximum link size

215/65 R17

9 mm

205/55 R19

9 mm

For more information, contact a CITROËN dealer

or a qualified workshop.

Installation tips

► To fit the snow chains during a journey, stop

the vehicle on a flat surface at the side of the

road.

► Apply the parking brake and position any

wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent

movement of the vehicle.

► Fit the snow chains following the instructions

provided by the manufacturer.

► Move off gently and drive for a few moments,

without exceeding 31 mph (50 km/h).

► Stop the vehicle and check that the snow

chains are correctly tightened.

It is strongly recommended that you

practise fitting the snow chains on a level

and dry surface before setting off.

Avoid driving with snow chains on roads

that have been cleared of snow to avoid

damaging the vehicle's tyres and the road

surface. If the vehicle is fitted with alloy

wheels, check that no part of the chain or its

fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.

Energy economy mode

This system manages the duration of use of

certain functions, in order to conserve a sufficient

level of charge in the battery with the ignition off.

After switching off the engine, you can still

use functions such as the audio and telematic

system, the wipers and the dipped beam

headlamps or courtesy lamps, for a combined

duration of approximately 40 minutes.

Selecting the mode

A confirmation message is displayed when

energy economy mode is entered, and the active

functions are placed on standby.

If a telephone call is in progress at the

time, it will be maintained for around 10

minutes via the audio system’s hands-free

system.

Exiting the mode

These functions are automatically reactivated the

next time the vehicle is used.

To restore the use of these functions

immediately, start the engine and let it run:

– For less than 10 minutes, to use the

equipment for approximately 5 minutes.

– For more than 10 minutes, to use the

equipment for approximately 30 minutes.

Let the engine run for the specified duration to

ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.

To recharge the battery, avoid repeatedly or

continuously restarting the engine.

A flat battery prevents the engine from

starting.

For more information on the

12 V battery

,

refer to the corresponding section.

Load reduction mode

This system 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 the air conditioning and the

heated rear screen.

The deactivated functions are reactivated

automatically as soon as conditions permit.

Bonnet

Stop & Start

Before doing anything under the bonnet,

you must switch off the ignition to avoid any

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risk of injury resulting from an automatic

change to START mode.

Rechargeable hybrid vehicles

Before any work is carried out under the

bonnet, it is essential to switch off the ignition

and disconnect the nozzle from the charging

connector if it is plugged in, check that the

READY

indicator lamp is off on the instrument

panel and wait 4 minutes - risk of serious

injury!

The location of the interior bonnet

release lever prevents the bonnet being

opened when the left-hand front door is

closed.

When the engine is hot, handle the

exterior safety catch and the bonnet stay

with care (risk of burns), using the protected

area.

When the bonnet is open, take care not to

damage the safety catch.

Do not open the bonnet under very windy

conditions.

Cooling of the engine when stopped

The engine cooling fan may start after

the engine has been switched off.

Take care with objects or clothing that

could be caught in the blades of the fan!

Opening

►

From the inside:

pull the control lever,

located on the left below the dashboard, towards

you.

►

From the outside:

lift the safety catch and

raise the bonnet.

► Unclip the stay from its housing and place it

in the support slot to hold the bonnet open.

Closing

► Hold the bonnet and pull out the stay from the

support slot.

► Clip the stay in its housing.

► Lower the bonnet and release it near the end

of its travel.

► Pull on the bonnet and check that it is locked

correctly.

Because of the presence of electrical

equipment under the bonnet, it is strongly

recommended that exposure to water (rain,

washing, etc.) be limited.

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Engine compartment

The engine shown here is an example for

illustrative purposes only.

The locations of the following elements may

vary:

– Air filter.

– Engine oil dipstick.

– Engine oil filler cap.

Petrol engine

1.

Screenwash fluid reservoir

2.

Engine coolant reservoir

3.

Brake fluid reservoir

4.

Battery/Fuses

5.

Remote earth point (-)

6.

Fusebox

7.

Air filter

8.

Engine oil filler cap

9.

Engine oil dipstick

Checking levels

Check all of the following levels regularly in

accordance with the manufacturer's service

schedule. Top them up if required, unless

otherwise indicated.

If a level drops significantly, have the

corresponding system checked by a CITROËN

dealer or a qualified workshop.

The fluids must comply with the

manufacturer's requirements and with

the vehicle's engine.

Take care when working under the

bonnet, as certain areas of the engine

may be extremely hot (risk of burns) and the

cooling fan could start at any time (even with

the ignition off).

Used products

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or

fluids with the skin.

Most of these fluids are harmful to health and

very corrosive.

Do not discard used oil or fluids into

sewers or onto the ground.

Empty used oil into the containers reserved

for this purpose at a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

Engine oil

The level is checked, with the engine

having been switched off for at least 30

minutes and on level ground, either using the oil

level indicator in the instrument panel when the

ignition is switched on (for vehicles equipped

with an electric gauge), or using the dipstick.

It is normal to top up the oil level between two

services (or oil changes). It is recommended

that you check the level, and top up if necessary,

every 3,000 miles (5,000 km).

In order to maintain the reliability of the

engine and emissions control system,

never use additives in the engine oil.

Checking using the dipstick

For the location of the dipstick, please refer

to the illustration of the corresponding engine

compartment.

► Grasp the dipstick by its coloured grip and

pull it out completely.

► Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean,

lint-free cloth.

► Reinsert the dipstick and push fully down,

then pull it out again to visually check the oil

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level: the correct level is between marks

A

(max)

and

B (min).

Do not start the engine if the level is:

– above mark

A

: contact a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

– below mark

B

: top up the engine oil

immediately.

Oil grade

Before topping up or changing the

engine oil, check that the oil is suitable

for your engine and complies with the

recommendations in the service schedule

supplied with the vehicle (or available from

your CITROËN dealer or qualified workshop).

Use of non-recommended oil may invalidate

your warranty in the event of engine failure.

Topping up the engine oil level

For the location of the engine oil filler cap, please

refer to the corresponding engine compartment

illustration.

► Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any spills

on engine components (risk of fire).

► Wait a few minutes before checking the level

again using the dipstick.

► Top up the level if necessary.

► After checking the level, carefully screw the

oil filler cap back on and replace the dipstick in

its tube.

The oil level indication displayed on the

instrument panel when the ignition is

switched on is not valid for 30 minutes

following an addition of oil.

Brake fluid

The level of this fluid should

be close to

the "

MAX

" mark. If not, check the brake

pads for wear.

To know how often the brake fluid should be

replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing

schedule.

Clean the cap before removing it to refill.

Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed

container.

Engine coolant

It is normal to top up this

fluid between

two services.

The check and top-up must only be done with

the engine cold.

A level of coolant that is too low risks causing

major damage to the engine; the coolant level

must be close to the "

MAX

" mark without ever

going above it.

If the level is close to or below the "

MIN

” mark, it

is essential to top up.

When the engine is hot, the temperature of the

coolant is regulated by the fan.

As the cooling system is pressurised, wait at

least one hour after switching off the engine

before carrying out any work.

In order to avoid the risk of scalding if you need

to top up in an emergency, wrap a cloth around

the cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to

allow the pressure to drop.

Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap

and top up to the required level.

Screenwash fluid

Top up to the required level when

necessary.

Fluid specification

The fluid must be topped up with a pre-mixed

product.

In winter (temperatures below zero), a fluid

containing an anti-freeze agent which is

appropriate for the temperature conditions

must be used in order to protect the system's

components (pump, tank, ducts, jets).

Filling with pure water is prohibited in all

circumstances (risk of freezing,

limescale, etc.).

Checks

Unless otherwise indicated, check these

components in accordance with the

manufacturer's service schedule and according

to your engine.

Otherwise, have them checked by a CITROËN

dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Only use products recommended by

CITROËN or products of equivalent

quality and specification.

In order to optimise the operation of

components as important as those in the

braking system, CITROËN selects and offers

very specific products.

12 V battery

The battery does not require any

maintenance.

Check regularly that the terminals are correctly

tightened (versions without quick-release

terminals) and that the connections are clean.

For more information on the precautions

to take before any work on the

12 V

battery

, refer to the corresponding section.

Versions equipped with Stop & Start are

fitted

with a 12 V lead-acid battery of

specific technology and specification.

Its replacement should be carried out only by

a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Passenger compartment

filter

Depending on the environment and the

use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,

city driving),

change it twice as often, if

necessary

.

A clogged passenger compartment filter

can adversely affect air conditioning

system performance and generate

undesirable odours.

Air filter

Depending on the environment and the

use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,

city driving),

change it twice as often, if

necessary

.

Oil filter

Change the oil filter each time

the engine

oil is changed.

Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not require any

maintenance (no oil change).

Brake pads

Brake wear depends on the style of

driving, particularly in the case of vehicles

used in town, over short distances. It may be

necessary to have the condition of the brakes

checked, even between vehicle services.

Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in the

brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads

are worn.

After washing the vehicle, moisture, or in

wintry conditions, ice can form on the

brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may

be reduced. Gently dab the brakes to dry and

defrost them.

Brake disc wear

For information on checking brake disc

wear, contact a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

Electric parking brake

This system does not require any routine

servicing. However, in the event of a

problem, do not hesitate to have the system

checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

For more information on the

Electric

parking brake

, refer to the

corresponding section.

Wheels and tyres

The inflation pressure of

all tyres,

including the spare wheel, must be

checked on "cold” tyres.

The pressures indicated on the tyre pressure

label are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have driven

for more than 10 minutes or more than 6 miles

(10 kilometres) at over 31 mph (50 km/h), add

0.3 bar (30 kPa) to the values indicated on the

label.

Under-inflation increases energy

consumption. Non-compliant tyre

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pressures cause tyres to wear prematurely

and have an adverse effect on the vehicle's

road holding - risk of accident!

Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces the

braking and road holding performance of the

vehicle. Regularly check the condition of the

tyres (tread and sidewalls) and rims as well as

the presence of the valve caps.

When the wear indicators no longer appear set

back from the tread, the depth of the grooves is

less than 1.6 mm; replace the tyres as soon as

possible.

Using different size wheels and tyres from those

specified can affect the lifetime of tyres, wheel

rotation, ground clearance, the speedometer

reading and have an adverse effect on road

holding.

Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles

can cause the ESC to mistime.

Always mark the direction of rotation on the tyres

that will be stored when fitting winter or summer

tyres. Store them in a cool, dry place and away

from direct exposure to the sun's rays.

Winter or 4-seasons tyres can be

identified by this symbol on their

sidewalls.

Shock absorbers

It is not easy for drivers to detect when

shock absorbers are worn. Nevertheless,

the shock absorbers have a major impact on

road holding and braking performance.

For your safety and driving comfort, it is

important to have them regularly checked by a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Timing and accessory kits

The timing and accessory kits are used

from the time the engine is started until it

is switched off. It is normal for them to wear over

time.

A faulty timing or accessory kit can damage

the engine, rendering it unusable. Observe the

recommended replacement frequency, stated in

distance travelled or time elapsed, whichever is

reached first.

Free-wheeling

In certain situations, it is necessary to put the

vehicle in neutral (e.g. towing, on a rolling road,

automatic car wash (Wash mode), rail or sea

transport).

Never leave the vehicle unattended with

the vehicle into free-wheeling mode.

Keyless Entry and Starting

You must not depress the brake pedal

while switching the ignition on again, then

switching it off. If you do, the engine will start,

requiring you to restart the procedure.

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Release procedure

► With the vehicle stationary and the engine

running, depress the brake pedal and select

mode

N

.

Within 5 seconds:

► Depress and hold the brake pedal, then

observe this order: switch off the engine and

move the push selector forwards or backwards.

► Release the brake pedal, then switch on the

ignition.

► Place your foot on the brake and press the

electric parking brake control to release it.

► Release the brake pedal, then switch off the

ignition.

A message is displayed on the

instrument panel to confirm the unlocking

of the wheels for 15 minutes.

When the vehicle is free-wheeling, the

audio system cannot be updated (message

displayed on the instrument panel).

After 15 minutes or to revert to normal

operation

► While depressing the brake pedal, restart the

engine and select mode

P

.