Practical information
Observe the legislation in force in your
Avoid driving with snow chains on
roads that have been cleared of snow
manufacturer's label and in the Technical
data section of this guide.
country relating to the use of snow
chains and maximum authorised speeds.
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.
If using accessories attached to the
towing device (e.g. bicycle carriers,
tow boxes):
Use only chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to the vehicle:
– Comply with the maximum authorised
nose weight.
– Do not transport more than 4 conventional
bicycles or 2 electric bicycles.
When loading bicycles onto a bicycle carrier
on a towball, be sure to place the heaviest
bicycles as close as possible to the vehicle.
Original tyre size
215/65 R16
Chain type
Polaire XK9 120
Polaire XK9 120
Towing device
215/60 R17
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.
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Installation tips
Observe the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving.
►ꢀ To fit the snow chains during a journey, stop
the vehicle on a flat surface at the side of the
road.
Blanking plug
►ꢀ 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.
Use genuine towing devices and 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.
Certain driving or manoeuvring aid functions
are automatically deactivated while an
approved towing system is in use.
If your vehicle is equipped with a blanking plug,
it must be removed before towing.
It is located behind the lower air intake grille.
Contact your CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have it removed.
Roof bars
It is strongly recommended that you
practise fitting the snow chains on a
level and dry surface before setting off.
As a safety measure and to avoid
damaging the roof, it is essential to
Comply with the maximum authorised
towable weight, as indicated on your
vehicle's registration certificate, on the
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