Get In the event of a breakdown Guide for Citroen C1 4 Door Second Generation (2014-2022)

In the event of a breakdown

Temporary puncture repair kit

Comprising a compressor and a sealant

Access to the kit

Composition of the kit

cartridge, it allows the temporary repair of

a tyre so that you can drive to the nearest

garage.

It is designed to repair most punctures which

could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread

or shoulder.

This kit is installed in the storage box, under the

boot floor.

1. 12 V compressor, with integral pressure

gauge.

2. Sealant cartridge, with integral hose.

3. Speed limit sticker.

The vehicle's electric system allows the

connection of the compressor for long

enough to inflate a tyre after a puncture

repair.

The speed limit sticker must be secured

to the interior of the vehicle in the

driver's field of vision, to remind you

that a wheel is in temporary use.

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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.

Secure the speed limit sticker inside the

vehicle.

F

Uncoil the pipe stowed under the

compressor.

Connect the pipe from the compressor to

the sealant cartridge.

Turn the the sealant cartridge and secure it

in the cut-out provided on the compressor.

F

Remove the valve cap from the tyre to be

repaired, and place it in a clean area.

Connect the hose from the sealant

cartridge to the valve of the tyre to be

repaired and tighten firmly.

Avoid removing any foreign bodies

which have penetrated into the tyre.

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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.

Take care, the sealant product is

harmful if swallowed and causes

irritation to the eyes.

Keep this product out of the reach of

children.

The use-by date is marked on the

cartridge.

After use, do not discard the

cartridge by the roadside, take it to

a CITROËN dealer or an authorised

waste disposal site.

F

Check that the compressor switch is at the

"O" position.

Uncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under

the compressor.

Connect compressor's plug to the vehicle's

12 V socket.

Switch on the ignition.

F

Start the compressor by placing the switch

at the "I" position and leave it running until

the tyre pressure reaches 2.0 bar.

The sealant product is injected into the tyre

under pressure; do not disconnect the pipe

from the valve during this operation (risk of

splashing and stains).

Don't forget to obtain a new sealant

cartridge, available from a CITROËN

dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Checking / adjusting tyre pressures

You can also use the compressor, without

injecting sealant, to check and if necessary

adjust the tyre pressures.

F

Place the switch in the "O" position.

Remove the kit.

F

Check that the compressor switch is at the

"O" position.

Uncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under

the compressor.

Connect the compressor's plug to the

vehicle's 12 V socket.

Switch on the ignition.

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.

Stop to check the repair and the tyre

pressure using the kit.

F

Remove the valve cap from the tyre and

place it in a clean area.

Uncoil the pipe stowed under the

compressor.

Screw the pipe onto the valve and tighten

firmly.

F

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Tyre under-inﬂation

detection

After repair of the tyre, the warning

lamp will remain on until the system is

reinitialised.

For more information on under-inflation

detection, refer to the corresponding

section.

F

Start the compressor by placing the switch

at the "I" position and adjust the pressure

to the value shown on the vehicle's tyre

pressure label.

To deflate: press the black button on the

compressor pipe, at the valve connector.

Once the correct pressure is reached, put

the switch to the "O" position.

Should the pressure of one or more

tyres be adjusted, it is necessary to

reinitialise the under-inflation detection

system.

For more information on under-inflation

detection, refer to the corresponding

section.

F

Remove the kit then stow it.

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In the event of a breakdown

Spare wheel

Procedure for replacing a wheel with a damaged tyre by the spare wheel using the tools supplied with the vehicle.

Parking the vehicle

F

As far as possible, immobilise the vehicle

on level, stable, non-slippery ground.

Apply the parking brake.

Switch off the ignition ("OFF" mode for

vehicles fitted with "Keyless Entry and

Starting").

F

If necessary, chock the wheel diagonally

opposite the wheel to be changed.

You must ensure that the occupants leave

the vehicle and wait in a safe location.

F

Engage first gear or reverse for a manual

gearbox.

Place the gear selector at position N for an

ETG electronic gearbox.

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Access to the spare wheel

and tools

All of these tools are specific to your

vehicle and can vary according to

equipment. Do not use them for any

other purposes.

Never go underneath a vehicle

supported only by a jack (use an axle

stand).

Never use a jack other than the one

listed by the manufacturer. If your

vehicle does not have one, contact

a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop to obtain the correct jack for

your vehicle.

Depending on version, the spare wheel and

tools are stowed in the boot under the floor.

Tools provided

The following tools are installed in a carrier,

located in the centre of the spare wheel:

1. Wheelbrace

2. Jack with handle

3. Removable towing eye.

F

Remove the boot carpet.

Remove the tool carrier.

Slacken the central wheel retaining bolt.

Remove the wheel.

Tyre pressures

These are indicated on the label affixed to the

middle pillar of the left door, driver's side.

Refer to the "Identification markings" section.

Refer to the "Towing the vehicle" section.

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Removing a wheel

F

Remove the label from the middle of the

spare wheel (indicating that a wheel needs

repair), and fix it inside the vehicle, where

the driver can see it.

Remove the wheel trim using the end of the

wheelbrace.

F

Position the foot of the jack 2 on the ground

and ensure that it is directly below one

of the jacking points A or B located on

the underbody, closest to the wheel to be

changed.

F

Extend the jack 2 until its head is in contact

with the jacking point A or B used. The

contact area A or B on the vehicle used

must engage correctly with the middle of

the head of the jack.

F

Slacken the wheel bolts using the

wheelbrace 1.

Ensure that the jack is stable. If the ground is slippery or loose, the jack may slip or drop -

Risk of injury!

Ensure that the jack is positioned only at one of the jacking points A or B under the vehicle,

making sure that the vehicle's contact area is centred on the head of the jack. Otherwise

there is a risk of damage to the vehicle and/or of the jack dropping - Risk of injury !

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Fitting a wheel

F

Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient

space between the wheel and the ground,

so that the (not punctured) spare wheel can

be easily fitted.

F

Remove the bolts and put then in a clean

place.

Remove the wheel.

Fitting the "space-saver"

type spare wheel

If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,

it is normal to notice when tightening

the wheel bolts that the washers do not

come into contact with the "space-

saver" type spare wheel. The wheel is

secured by the conical contact surface

on each bolt.

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After changing a wheel

As soon as possible, have the

tightness of the wheel bolts and the

pressure of the spare wheel checked

by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

Have the punctured tyre repaired or

replaced and refit it to the vehicle as

soon as possible.

F

Position the wheel on the hub.

Screw in the bolts fully by hand.

Pre-tighten the bolts using the

wheelbrace 1 only.

F

Lower the vehicle to the ground.

Fold the jack 2 and detach it.

Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) when

using the "space-saver" spare wheel.

The lane departure warning system

should be deactivated when driving with

a spare wheel fitted.

F

Tighten the wheel bolts using the

wheelbrace 1.

Store the tools and the wheel in the boot.

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In the event of a breakdown

Changing a bulb

Front lamps

In some weather conditions (e.g. low

temperature or humidity), the presence

of misting on the internal surface of the

glass of the headlamps and rear lamps

is normal; it disappears after the lamps

have been on for a few minutes.

The headlamps have polycarbonate

lenses with a protective coating:

F

do not clean them using a dry

or abrasive cloth, nor with a

detergent or solvent product,

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).

1. Sidelamps (W5W).

2. Direction indicators (PY21W amber).

3. Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).

4. Main beam headlamps (H7-55W).

5. LED* daytime running lamps.

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.

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Always replace a failed bulb with a

new bulb with the same type and

specification.

* LED: light-emitting diodes.

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In the event of a breakdown

Sidelamps (W5W)

Direction indicators

(PY 21W amber)

Dipped beam headlamps

(H7 - 55W)

F

Turn the bulb holder one quarter of a turn

and remove it.

Remove the bulb and change it.

F

Turn the bulb holder one quarter of a turn

and remove it.

Remove the bulb and change it.

F

Remove protective cover by pulling on

the tag.

Spread the spring to free the bulb holder.

Remove the bulb holder and change the

bulb.

F

If you encounter any difficulties, contact a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

To reassemble, carry out these operations in

reverse order.

If you encounter any difficulties, contact a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Main beam headlamps (H7-55W)

LED daytime running lamps

For the replacement of these lamps, contact a

CITROËN dealer or qualified workshop.

F

Remove protective cover by pulling on

the tag.

F

Spread the spring to free the bulb holder.

Remove the bulb holder and change the

bulb.

To reassemble, carry out these operations in

reverse order.

If you encounter any difficulties, contact a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Rear lamps

1. Brake lamps (P21/5W)

2. Sidelamps (P21/5W)

These bulbs are changed by removing the lamp

unit:

F

At the back of the lamp, remove the failed

bulb and change it.

3. Direction indicators (PY21W)

4. Reversing lamp (P21W), near side

Foglamp (P21W), offside

F

Open the boot.

Tip the plastic cover and remove the screw.

Move the boot trim firmly aside.

Deformation of the trim is normal.

Unscrew the nut and remove it (take care

not to drop it in the wing).

When refitting, proceed in the reverse order,

taking care to position the lamp unit correctly.

F

Remove the lamp unit by pulling it firmly

outwards.

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Number plate lamps (W5W)

Third brake lamp

(4 W5W bulbs)

Direction indicator side repeaters

(WY 5W amber)

F

Insert a thin screwdriver into one of the

cutouts in the the lens.

F

With the boot open, unclip the plastic cover.

Press the metal clips to disengage the lamp.

Remove the lamp via the exterior of the

tailgate.

F

Push the repeater forwards or rearwards

and detach it by pulling towards you.

Disconnect the bulb holder and change it.

F

Push it outwards to unclip it.

Remove the lens.

Change the faulty bulb.

F

Remove the bulb-holder by squeezing the

plastic catches.

Change the failed bulb(s).

To refit, press on the lens to clip it in place.

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To refit, carry out these operations in reverse

order.

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In the event of a breakdown

Changing a fuse

The fuseboxes are located behind the

dashboard in the passenger compartment and

next to the battery under the bonnet.

Access to tools

The extraction tweezer is fixed at the front of

the underbonnet fusebox.

F

Unclip the fusebox cover by pressing on

the lug on the right.

Remove the tweezer.

F

Unclip the plastic cover, located below

the windscreen, by pressing on the two

catches.

When unclipping the plastic cover, take

care not to remove the seal.

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Replacing a fuse

Before changing a fuse, it is necessary to:

Installation of electrical

accessories

F

immobilise the vehicle and switch off the

ignition,

Your vehicle's electrical system is

designed to operate with standard or

optional equipment.

Before installing other electrical

equipment or accessories on your

vehicle, contact a CITROËN dealer or

a qualified workshop.

F

switch off all electrical consumers,

identify the failed fuse using the fuse

allocation tables and diagrams in the

following pages,

identify and correct the cause of the

problem.

Good

Failed

F

CITROËN will not accept any

When replacing a fuse, you must always:

responsibility for the costs incurred

in repairing your vehicle or for the

malfunctions resulting from the

installation of auxiliary accessories which

were not supplied or recommended by

CITROËN and which were not installed

in accordance with its instructions, in

particular where the current consumption

of all the the additional equipment

connected exceeds 10 milliamps.

Tweezer

F

use the special tweezer to extract the fuse

from its holder and check the condition of

its element,

F

replace a failed fuse by on of the same

rating (same colour); the use of a different

rating fuse could cause a fault (risk of fire).

If the problem recurs after replacing the fuse,

have the vehicle's electrical system checked by

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Dashboard fuses

Fuse

N°

Rating

(A)

Functions

Reversing lamp - Fuel injection system - Audio system -

VSC system

1

2

5

15

Front and rear screenwash

Main distribution unit - Instrument panel - Display screen - Air

conditioning - Heated rear screen and door mirror heating -

Heated seats - Electric fabric roof - Audio system

3

5

4

5

6

7

8

9

5

Electric power steering - Stop & Start

Rear wiper

The fusebox is located below the dashboard

(driver's side).

15

5

F

Unclip the plastic cover for access to the

fuses.

Cooling fan - ABS system - VSC system

Front wiper

When you have finished, carefully refit the

cover.

25

10

15

Heated door mirrors

12 V socket (120 W max)

Door mirrors - Audio system - Stop & Start - Instrument panel -

Display screen

10

7.5

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Fuse

N°

Rating

(A)

Functions

11

5

Steering lock - Fuel injection system - Electronic gearbox

12

13

7.5

5

Airbags

Instrument panel - Display Screen - Stop & Start

15**

7.5*

7.5**

10*

7.5

14

Steering - Fuel injection system - Brake lamps

15

16

Fuel injection system - Stop & Start

Engine diagnosis

Brake lamps - Third brake lamp - Fuel injection system -

ABS system - VSC system - Electronic gearbox - Keyless Entry

and Starting system

17

10

8

Sidelamps - Number plate lamps - Rear foglamp - Rear lamps -

Lighting dimmer

18

19

10

40

Air conditioning

* PureTech 82 engine.

** VTi 68 engine.

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Fuse

N°

Rating

(A)

Functions

Air conditioning - Engine self-diagnosis - Sidelamps - Number

plate lamps - Rear foglamp - Rear lamps - Lighting dimmer -

Brake lamps - Third brake lamp - Fuel injection system -

ABS system - VSC system - Electronic gearbox - Keyless Entry

and Starting system - Electric windows

20

40

21

30

Fuel injection system - Stop & Start - Main distribution unit

22**

23**

24

7,5

20

25

30

25

10

5

Fuel injection system

Fuel injection system - Stop & Start

Main distribution unit

Electric windows

25

26

Electric windows

27

Air conditioning

28

Rear foglamp

** VTi 68 engine.

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Fuses under the bonnet

Fuse

N°

Rating

(A)

Functions

1

2

10

Right hand dipped beam

Left hand dipped beam - Headlamp adjustment

Right hand main beam

Left hand main beam

Fuel injection system

Cooling fan

3

7.5

15

4

5*

6*

7*

8*

9

F

Unclip the plastic cover, located below

the windscreen, by pressing on the two

catches.

Unclip the fusebox cover by pressing on

the lug on the right, for access to the fuses.

7.5

15

7.5

Air conditioning

When you have finished, carefully refit the

cover.

10**

7.5

Fuel injection system - Brake lamps - Third brake lamp

11

12

5

Courtesy lamp - Boot lamp

8

10

Direction indicators - Hazard warning lamps - Instrument panel - Display screen

* PureTech 82 engine.

** VTi 68 engine.

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Fuse

N°

Rating

(A)

Functions

13

14

10

30

Horn

Distribution units

Electronic gearbox

Fuel injection system

15**

16

7.5

7.0

7.5

25

17

Keyless Entry and Starting system

Battery

18**

19

Fuel injection system - Cooling fan

Starter motor

20

30

21

7.5

25

Steering lock

22

Front lamps

23

7.5

Fuel injection system

Fuel injection system - Starter motor - Electronic gearbox -

Stop & Start

24

7.5

25

26

15

Audio system - "Keyless Entry and Starting" system

Instrument panel - Display screen

7.5

** VTi 68 engine.

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Fuse

N°

Rating

(A)

Functions

27

28

7.5

60

VSC system

Passenger compartment fusebox

Heated rear screen and door mirror heating - Heated seats -

Electric fabric roof - ABS system - VSC system - Cooling fan -

LED daytime running lamps

29**

125***

50

40

50

50*

30

40

50

10

Electronic gearbox

Stop & Start

30

31

Power steering

32

Cooling fan

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33

34

ABS system - VSC system

Spare fuse

* PureTech 82 engine.

** VTi 68 engine.

*** This fuse must be replaced only by a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Fuse

N°

Rating

(A)

Functions

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

42

43

20

30

20

30

7.5

15

20

15

Spare fuse

Heated rear screen and door mirror heating

ABS system - VSC system

Instrument panel - Display screen

LED daytime running lamps

Right hand heated seat

Electric fabric roof

Left hand heated seat

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In the event of a breakdown

12 V battery

Procedure for starting the engine using another battery or charging a discharged battery.

General points

Lead-acid starter batteries

Access to the battery

Protect your eyes and face before

handling the battery.

Batteries contain harmful substances

such as sulphuric acid and lead.

They must be disposed of in

accordance with regulations and must

not, in any circumstances, be discarded

with household waste.

Take used remote control batteries and

vehicle batteries to a special collection

point.

All operations on the battery must be

carried out in a well ventilated area and

away from naked flames and sources

of sparks, so as to avoid the risk of

explosion or fire.

Wash your hands afterwards.

The battery is located under the bonnet.

For access to the (+) terminal:

Before doing any work

Immobilise the vehicle: apply the

parking brake, put the gearbox in

neutral, then switch off the ignition.

Check that all electrical equipment is

switched off.

F

release the bonnet using the interior lever,

then the exterior safety catch,

raise the bonnet and secure it with its stay,

lift the plastic cover for access to the

(+) terminal.

F

The presence of this label, in particular

with the Stop & Start system, indicates

the use of a 12 V lead-acid battery with

special technology and specification;

the involvement of a CITROËN dealer

or a qualified workshop is essential

when replacing or disconnecting the

battery.

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After refitting the battery, the Stop & Start

system will only be active after a

continuous period of immobilisation of the

vehicle, a period which depends on the

climatic conditions and the state of charge

of the battery (up to about 8 hours).

Do not push the vehicle to start the

engine if you have an ETG electronic

gearbox.

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Starting using another battery

When your vehicle's battery is discharged, the

engine can be started using a slave battery

(external or on another vehicle) and jump lead

cables or a battery booster.

F

Connect one end of the green or black

cable to the negative terminal (-) of the

slave battery B or the booster (or earth

point on the other vehicle).

Connect the other end of the green or black

cable to the earth point C on the broken

down vehicle.

Never try to start the engine by

connecting a battery charger.

Never use a 24 V or higher battery

booster.

First check that the slave battery has a

nominal voltage of 12 V and a capacity

at least equal to that of the discharged

battery.

F

Start the engine of the vehicle with the

good battery and leave it running for a few

minutes.

Operate the starter on the broken down

vehicle and let the engine run.

If the engine does not start straight away,

switch off the ignition and wait a few moments

before trying again.

The two vehicles must not be in contact

with each other.

Switch off the electrical consumers on

both vehicles (audio system, wipers,

lighting, ...).

Ensure that the jump lead cables do

not pass close to moving parts of the

engine (cooling fan, belts, ...).

Do not disconnect the (+) terminal when

the engine is running.

F

Wait until the engine returns to idle then

disconnect the jump lead cables in the

reverse order.

Refit the plastic cover to the (+) terminal, if

your vehicle has one.

Allow the engine to run for at least

30 minutes, by driving or with the vehicle

stationary, so that the battery reaches an

adequate state of charge.

F

Raise the plastic cover on the (+) terminal,

if your vehicle has one.

F

Connect the red cable to the positive

terminal (+) of the flat battery A (at

the metal elbow) then to the positive

terminal (+) of the slave battery B or the

booster.

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Charging the battery using

a battery charger

F

Disconnect the battery from the vehicle.

Follow the instructions for use provided by

the manufacturer of the charger.

Connect the battery starting with the

positive terminal (+).

Check that the terminals and connectors

are clean. If they are covered with sulphate

(whitish or greenish deposit), remove them

and clean them.

Before disconnecting the battery

Wait 2 minutes after switching off the ignition

before disconnecting the battery.

Close the windows, the fabric roof and the

doors before disconnecting the battery.

Never try to charge a frozen battery.

If the battery has been frozen, have

it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop, who will check that

the internal components have not been

damaged and the casing is not cracked,

which could cause a leak of toxic and

corrosive acid.

F

Following reconnection of the

battery

Some functions, including Stop & Start,

are not available if the battery is not

sufficiently charged.

Following reconnection of the battery, switch on

the ignition and wait 1 minute before starting to

permit initialisation of the electronic systems.

However, if problems remain following this

operation, contact a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

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Towing the vehicle

Failure to follow this advice may result in

damage to certain components (braking,

transmission, ...) and the absence of braking

assistance when the engine is restarted.

Your vehicle can only be towed from

General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in your

the front.

country.

F

Unlock the steering and release the

parking brake.

Switch on the hazard warning lamps on

both vehicles.

Ensure that the weight of the towing

vehicle is higher than that of the towed

vehicle.

The driver must remain at the wheel of

the towed vehicle and must have a valid

driving licence.

F

When towing a vehicle with all four

wheels on the ground, always use an

approved towing arm; rope and straps

are prohibited.

The towing vehicle must move off gently.

When towing a vehicle with the engine

off, there is no longer any power

assistance for braking or steering.

In the following cases, you must always

call on a professional recovery service:

Never use the radiator crossmember.

When being towed, the speed limiter

should be dectivated, as well as the

"Active City Brake" system (if fitted to

your vehicle).

F

Take the removable towing eye stowed in

the tool box, under the boot carpet.

Unclip the plastic cover, by pressing at the

bottom.

Fully screw in the towing eye.

-

vehicle broken down on a motorway

or fast road,

F

Install the towing arm.

With a manual gearbox: put the gear lever

into neutral.

With an ETG gearbox: place the selector at

position N.

-

four-wheel drive vehicle,

when it is not possible to put the

gearbox into neutral, unlock the

steering, or release the parking brake,

towing with only two wheels on the

ground,

F

-

where there is no approved towing

arm available...

Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer or

use a towbar.

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