Driving
If the exterior temperature is high, it is
recommended that the engine be allowed
to idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the vehicle
comes to a stop, to facilitate its cooling.
In case of towing
New vehicle
Do not pull a trailer before having driven at
least 620 miles (1,000 kilometres).
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
requires extra care from the driver.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes, the use of
engine braking is recommended.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
Side wind
The key contains an electronic chip which has
a secret code. When the ignition is switched
on, this code must be recognised to enable
vehicle start.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks
the engine management system a moment
after the ignition is switched off and prevents
unauthorised engine starting.
F Take into account the increased sensitivity
Tyres
to wind.
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
F To lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on an incline
depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature.
Lighting
F Check the electrical lighting and signalling
on the trailer and the headlamp beam height
of your vehicle.
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In the event of a fault, you are
informed by the illumination of this
warning lamp, an audible signal and
a message in the screen.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop as
soon as possible.
For more information on Headlamp
beam height adjustment, refer to the
corresponding section.
F
If this warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.
For safety and theft protection reasons,
do not leave your electronic key in the
vehicle, even when you are close to it.
It is recommended that you keep it with
you.
Certain driving or manoeuvring aid
functions are automatically disabled if an
approved towing device is used.
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