Driving
Do not exceed the maximum towable
weights.
At altitude: reduce the maximum load by
10% per 1,000 metres of altitude; the lower
air density at high altitudes decreases engine
performance.
If a genuine CITROËN towing device is
used, the rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically to avoid the audible
signal.
Noise (Electric)
On the outside
Due to the vehicle’s quiet operation when
driving, the driver must pay particular attention.
When manoeuvring, the driver must always
check the vehicle's immediate surroundings.
At speeds of up to 19 mph (30 km/h), the
pedestrian horn warns other road users of the
vehicle’s presence.
When driving
Cooling
New vehicle: do not tow a trailer until the
vehicle has driven at least 620 miles
(1,000 kilometres).
Towing a trailer uphill causes the coolant
temperature to increase. The maximum towable
load depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature. The fan’s cooling capacity does not
increase with engine speed.
► Reduce speed and lower the engine speed to
limit the amount of heating produced.
► Pay constant attention to the coolant
temperature.
If this warning lamp and the STOP
warning lamp come on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine as soon as
possible.
Cooling the traction battery
The cooling fan comes on during
charging to cool the on-board charger and the
traction battery.
If the outside temperature is high, let the
engine idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the
vehicle comes to a stop, to help it to cool.
On the inside
Before setting off
During use, you may hear certain perfectly
normal noises specific to electric vehicles, such
as:
– Traction battery relay when starting.
– Vacuum pump when braking.
Nose weight
► Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to the
axle and the nose weight (at the point where it
joins your vehicle) approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Brakes
– Vehicle tyres or aerodynamics when driving.
– Jolting and knocking noise during hill starts.
Using the engine brake is recommended to limit
the overheating of the brakes. Braking distances
are increased when towing a trailer.
Tyres
Towing
► Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Side wind
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
particular care must be taken.
Bear in mind that the vehicle will be more
susceptible to wind when towing.
Lighting
► Check the electrical signalling on the trailer
and the headlamp beam height of your vehicle.
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