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AdBlue^®additive and SCR system

for BlueHDi Diesel engines

To assure respect for the environment and

conformity with the new Euro 6 emissions

standard, without adversely affecting the

performance or fuel consumption of Diesel

engines, CITROËN has taken the decision to

equip its vehicles with an effective system that

associates SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction)

with a particle filter (FAP) for the treatment of

exhaust gases.

The AdBlue^®additive is held in a special

Once the AdBlue^®tank is empty, a

system required by regulations prevents

starting of the engine.

tank located under the boot at the rear of

the vehicle. It has a capacity of 17 litres: this

provides a driving range of about 12 500 miles

(20 000 km), after which an alert is triggered

warning you when the reserve remaining is

enough for just 1 500 miles (2 400 km).

If the SCR is faulty, the level of

emissions from your vehicle will no

longer meet the Euro 6 standard: your

vehicle becomes polluting.

In the event of a confirmed fault

with the SCR system, you must go

to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop as soon as possible: after

a running distance of 650 miles

(1 100 km), a system will be triggered

automatically to prevent engine starting.

During each scheduled service of your vehicle

by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop,

the AdBlue^®additive tank is refilled in order to

allow normal operation of the SCR system.

Presentation of the SCR system

Using an additive called AdBlue^®containing

urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85%

of nitrous oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and

water, which are harmless to health and the

environment.

If the estimated mileage between two services

is greater than 12 500 miles (20 000 km), we

recommend that you go to a CITROËN dealer

or a qualified workshop to have the necessary

top-up carried out.

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Range indicators

Once the AdBlue^®tank is on reserve or after

detection of a fault with the SCR emissions

control system, when the ignition is switched

on, an indicator displays an estimate of the

distance that can be covered, the range, before

engine starting is prevented.

In the event of simultaneous system fault and

low AdBlue^®level, the shortest range figure is

the one displayed.

In the event of the risk of

non-starting related to a lack

of AdBlue^®

For more information on topping-

up the AdBlue^®additive, refer to the

corresponding section.

The engine start prevention system

required by regulations is activated

automatically once the AdBlue^®tank is

empty.

Range greater than 1 500 miles (2 400 km)

When the ignition is switched on, no

information on range is displayed automatically

in the instrument panel.

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Remaining range between 350 and 1500 miles (600 and 2 400 km)

Remaining range between 0 and 350 miles (0 and 600 km)

Breakdown related to a lack of AdBlue^®additive

When switching on the ignition, the

UREA warning lamp comes on, accompanied

by an audible signal and the display of a

message (e.g.: "Top up emissions additive:

Starting prevented in 900 miles") indicating

the remaining range expressed in miles or

kilometres.

When switching on the ignition, the SERVICE

warning lamp comes on and the UREA warning

lamp flashes, accompanied by an audible

signal and the display of a message (e.g.

"Top up emissions additive: Starting prevented

in 350 miles") indicating the remaining range

expressed in miles or kilometres.

When switching on the ignition, the SERVICE

warning lamp comes on and the UREA warning

lamp flashes, accompanied by an audible

signal and the display of the message "Top up

emissions additive: Starting prevented".

The AdBlue^®tank is empty: the system required

by regulations prevents engine starting.

When driving, the message is displayed every

200 miles (300 km) until the additive tank has

been topped-up.

Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop to have the AdBlue^®tank topped-up.

You can also top-up the tank yourself.

For more information on topping-up the

AdBlue^®additive, refer to the corresponding

section.

When driving, the message is displayed every

30 seconds until the additive tank has been

topped-up.

Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop to have the AdBlue^®tank topped-up.

You can also top-up the tank yourself.

Otherwise you will not be able to restart your

engine.

To be able to start the engine,

we recommend that you call on

a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop for the top-up required.

If you carry out the top-up yourself, it

is essential to add at least 3.8 litres of

AdBlue^®to the tank.

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In the event of a fault with the the SCR emissions control system

A system that prevents engine starting is activated automatically from 650 miles (1 100 km) after confirmation of a fault with the SCR emissions control

system. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop as soon as possible.

In the event of the detection of a fault

During an authorised driving phase (between

650 miles and 0 miles) (1 100 km and 0 km)

Starting prevented

The UREA, SERVICE and diagnostic warning

lamps comes on, accompanied by an audible

signal and the display of the message

"Emissions fault".

The alert is triggered when driving when the

fault is detected for the first time, then when

switching on the ignition for subsequent

journeys, while the fault persists.

If a fault with the SCR system is confirmed (after

30 miles (50 km) covered with the permanent display

of the message signalling a fault), the SERVICE and

engine diagnostic warning lamps come on and the

UREA warning lamp flashes, accompanied by an

audible signal and the display of a message (e.g.:

"Emissions fault: Starting prevented in 150 miles")

indicating the remaining range express in miles or

kilometres.

While driving, the message is displayed every

30 seconds while the fault with the SCR system

persists.

The alert is repeated when switching on the ignition.

You should go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop as soon as possible.

Every time the ignition is switched on, the

SERVICE and engine diagnostic warning

lamps come on and the UREA warning lamp

flashes, accompanied by an audible signal and

the display of the message "Emissions fault:

Starting prevented".

You have exceeded the authorised

driving limit: the starting prevention

system inhibits engine starting.

If it is a temporary fault, the alert

disappears during the next journey,

after self-diagnosis of the SCR system.

To be able to start the engine, you must call on

a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Otherwise, you will not be able to restart your engine.

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Topping-up the AdBlue^®

additive

Precautions in use

Filling the AdBlue^®tank is an operation

included in every routine service on your

vehicle by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

Nevertheless, given the capacity of the tank,

it may be necessary to top-up the additive

between services, more particularly if an alert

(warning lamps and a message) signals the

requirement.

You can got to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

If you envisage topping-up yourself, please

read the following warnings carefully.

The AdBlue^®additive is an urea-based

solution. This liquid is non-flammable,

colourless and odourless (kept in a cool area).

In the event of contact with the skin, wash

the affected area with soap and water. In the

event of contact with the eyes, wash (irrigate)

the eyes with large amounts of water or with

an eye wash solution for at least 15 minutes.

If a burning sensation or irritation persists, get

medical attention.

Use only AdBlue^®additive that meets the

ISO 22241 standard.

Never dilute the additive with water.

Never pour the additive into the Diesel

fuel tank.

If swallowed, immediately wash out the mouth

with clean water and then drink plenty of water.

In certain conditions (high ambient

temperature, for example), the risk of release

of ammonia cannot be excluded: do not inhale

the product. Ammonia vapour has en irritant

effect on mucous membranes (eyes, nose and

throat).

Freezing of the AdBlue^®additive

The supply in a non-drip bottle simplifies

toping-up. You can obtain 1.89 litre (half a US

gallon) bottles from a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

The AdBlue^®additive freezes at

temperatures below around -11°C.

The SCR system includes a heater

for the AdBlue^®tank, allowing you to

continue driving in very cold conditions.

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Keep AdBlue^®out of the reach of

children, in its original bottle.

Never transfer AdBlue^®to another

container: it would lose its purity.

Never top-up from an AdBlue^®

dispenser reserved for heavy goods

vehicles.

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Recommendations on storage

Procedure

AdBlue^®freezes at about -11°C and

deteriorates above 25°C. It is recommended

that bottles be stored in a cool area and

protected from direct sunlight.

Under these conditions, the additive can be

kept for at least a year.

Before topping-up, ensure that the vehicle is

parked on a flat and level surface.

In wintry conditions, ensure that the

temperature of the vehicle is above -11°C.

Otherwise the AdBlue^®may be frozen and

so cannot be poured into its tank. Park your

vehicle in a warmer area for a few hours to

allow the top-up to be carried out.

If the additive has frozen, it can be used once it

has completely thawed out.

Never store bottles of AdBlue^®in your

vehicle.

F

Switch off the ignition and remove the key.

F

For access to the AdBlue^®tank, raise the

boot carpet then, depending on equipment,

lift out the spare wheel and/or the storage

box.

Without pressing, turn the black cap a

quarter turn anti-clockwise and lift it off.

F

Turn the blue cap a 6^thof a turn anti-

clockwise.

Lift off the cap.

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F

After emptying the bottle, wipe away any

spillage around the tank filler using a damp

cloth.

Important: in the event of a top-up after

a breakdown because of a lack of

additive, you must wait around 5 minutes

before switching on the ignition, without

opening the driver's door, locking the

vehicle or introducing the key into the

ignition switch.

If any additive is split or splashed, wash

immediately with cold water or wipe with

a damp cloth.

F

Obtain a bottle of AdBlue^®. After first

checking the use-by date, read carefully

the instructions on use on the label before

pouring the contents of the bottle into your

vehicle's AdBlue^®tank.

If the additive has crystallised, clean it

off using a sponge and hot water.

Switch on the ignition, then, after

10 seconds, start the engine.

F

Refit the blue cap to the tank and turn it a

6^thof a turn clockwise, to its stop.

Refit the black cap and turn it a quarter of

a turn clockwise without pressing. Ensure

that the indicator on the cap lines up with

the indicator on the support.

Never dispose of AdBlue^®additive

bottles in the household waste. Place

them in a special container provided

this purpose or take them to your dealer.

Important: if your vehicle's

AdBlue^®tank is completely empty -

which is confirmed by the alert

messages and the impossibility of

starting the engine, you must add at

least 3.8 litres (so two 1.89 litre bottles).

F

Depending on equipment, return the spare

wheel and/or the storage box to the bottom

of the boot.

Refit the boot carpet and close the tailgate.

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