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Compatibility of fuels

Fuel used for petrol engines

Diesel fuel that meets standard

EN16734 mixed with a biofuel that

meets standard EN14214 (possibly

containing up to 10% Fatty Acid Methyl

Ester).

The only Diesel additives authorised

for use are those that meet the

B715000 standard.

The petrol engines are compatible with biofuels

that conform to current and future European

standards and which can be obtained from

filling stations:

Paraffinic Diesel fuel that meets

standard EN15940 mixed with a biofuel

that meets standard EN14214 (possibly

containing up to 7% Fatty Acid Methyl

Ester).

Diesel at low temperature

At temperatures below 0°C (+32°F), the

formation of paraffins in summer-type Diesel

fuels could result in an abnormal operation

of the fuel supply circuit. To avoid this, we

recommend using winter-type Diesel fuel and

keeping the fuel tank more than 50% full.

If, despite this, at temperatures below -15°C

(+5°F) the engine has problems starting,

just leave the vehicle in a garage or heated

workshop for a little while.

Petrol that meets standard EN228,

mixed with a biofuel that meets

standard EN15376.

B20 or B30 fuel meeting standard

EN16709 can be used in your Diesel

engine. However, this use, even

occasional, requires strict application of

the special servicing conditions referred

to as "Arduous conditions".

The only petrol additives authorised

for use are those that meet the

B715001 standard.

For more information, contact a CITROËN

dealer or a qualified workshop.

Fuel used for Diesel

engines

The Diesel engines are compatible with

biofuels that conform to current and future

European standards and which can be

obtained from filling stations:

Travelling abroad

Certain fuels could damage your vehicle's

engine.

In certain countries, the use of a particular

fuel may be required (specific octane rating,

specific trade name, etc.) to ensure correct

operation of the engine.

The use of any other type of (bio) fuel

(vegetable or animal oils, pure or diluted,

domestic fuel, etc.) is strictly prohibited

(risk of damage to the engine and fuel

system).

Diesel fuel that meets standard

For any additional information, contact a dealer.

EN590 mixed with a biofuel that meets

standard EN14214 (possibly containing

up to 7% Fatty Acid Methyl Ester).

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Opening the filler flap may create a noise

caused by an inrush of air. This is entirely

normal and results from the sealing of the fuel

system.

F Hold it in this position throughout the filling

operation.

F Push the filler flap to close it.

Fuel

Fuel tank capacity: approximately 57 litres

(petrol) or 55 litres (Diesel).

If you are filling your tank to the top, do not

continue after the 3^rdcut-off of the nozzle;

this could cause malfunctions.

Low fuel level

Your vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter,

a device which helps to reduce the level of

harmful emissions in the exhaust gases.

For petrol engines, you must use unleaded

fuel.

When the low fuel level is reached,

this warning lamp in the instrument

panel comes on, accompanied by

an audible warning, a message and

the last bar of the fuel gauge lights

up orange.

The filler neck is narrower, allowing only

unleaded petrol nozzles to be introduced.

When it first comes on there remains

approximately 6 litres of fuel in the tank.

Until sufficient fuel has been added, this

warning lamp appears every time the ignition

is switched on, accompanied by an audible

warning and a message. This audible warning

and this message are repeated with increasing

frequency as the fuel level drops towards "0".

Refuel as soon as possible to avoid running

out.

If you have put in the wrong fuel for

your vehicle, you must have the fuel

tank drained and filled with the correct

fuel before starting the engine.

To refuel in complete safety:

F You must switch off the engine.

F With the vehicle unlocked, press the rear

edge of the flap to open it (the filler cap is

a part of it).

F Take care to select the pump that delivers

the correct type of fuel for your vehicle.

Fuel cut-off

Your vehicle is fitted with a safety system that

cuts off the supply of fuel in the event of an

impact.

Refilling

A self-adhesive label on the inner face of the

filler flap reminds you of the type of fuel to use,

depending on your engine.

Additions of fuel must be of at least 5 litres, in

order to be registered by the fuel gauge.

F Insert the nozzle so as to push in the metal

non-return flap.

F Make sure that the nozzle is pushed in as

far as possible before starting to refuel (risk

of blowback).

With Stop & Start, never refuel with the

engine in STOP mode; you must switch

off the ignition with the "START/STOP"

button.

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Installation tips

F If you have to fit the chains during a journey,

stop the vehicle on a flat surface on the side

of the road.

F Apply the parking brake and position any

wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent

movement of your vehicle.

F Fit the chains following the instructions

provided by the manufacturer.

Misfuel prevention (Diesel)

Travelling abroad

As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be

different in other countries, the presence

of the misfuel prevention device may make

refuelling impossible.

Not all Diesel vehicles are fitted with

misfuel protection, so before travelling

abroad, we recommend that you check

with the CITROËN dealer network,

whether your vehicle is suitable for the

fuel pumps in the country in which you

intend to travel.

(Depending on the country of sale.)

Mechanical device which prevents filling the

tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It helps

avoid the risk of engine damage that can result

from filling with the wrong fuel.

F Move off gently and drive for a few

moments, without exceeding 31 mph

(50 km/h).

Operation

F Stop your vehicle and check that the snow

chains are correctly tightened.

Snow chains

It is strongly recommended that before

you leave, you practise fitting the snow

chains on a level and dry surface.

In wintry conditions, snow chains

improve traction as well as the

behaviour of the vehicle when

braking.

When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into

the fuel filler neck of a Diesel vehicle, it comes

into contact with the flap. The system remains

closed and prevents filling.

Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type

filler nozzle.

Avoid driving with snow chains on roads

that have been cleared of snow to avoid

damaging your vehicle's tyres and the

road surface. If your vehicle is fitted with

alloy wheels, check that no part of the

chain or its fixings is in contact with the

wheel rim.

Snow chains must be fitted only to the

front wheels. They must never be fitted to

"space-saver" type spare wheels.

It remains possible to use a fuel can to fill

the tank.

In order to ensure a good flow of fuel,

do not place the nozzle of the fuel can in

direct contact with the flap of the misfuel

prevention device and pour slowly.

Take account of the legislation in force in

your country on the use of snow chains

and the maximum authorised speed.

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