Get In the event of a breakdown -> Changing a wheel Guide for Citroen C5 Suv Second Generation (2008-2017)

In the event of a breakdown

Removing the pipe and cartridge

Beware of discharges of fluid.

The expiry date of the fluid is indicated

on the cartridge.

The sealant cartridge is designed for

single use; even if only partly used, it

must be replaced.

After use, do not discard the cartridge

into the environment, take it to an

authorised waste disposal site or a

CITROËN dealer.

Do not forget to obtain a new sealant

cartridge, available from CITROËN

dealers or from a qualified workshop.

F

Turn the pipe assembly 2 to the left until it

contacts the unit.

F

Remove the pipe assembly 2.

Support the compressor vertically.

Unscrew the cartridge 4 from the bottom.

Disconnect the union 1 from the cartridge

by turning it a quarter turn anti-clockwise.

Extract the pipe assembly 2, then

disconnect the union 3 from the air delivery

pipe by turning it a quarter turn anti-

clockwise.

To fit the new cartridge and new pipe, carry out

these operations in reverse order.

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In the event of a breakdown

Checking / adjusting tyre pressures

You can also use the compressor without

injecting any product, to check and if necessary

adjust your tyre pressures.

F

Connect the compressor's electrical

connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.

Start the vehicle and let the engine run.

Adjust the pressure using the compressor

(to inflate: switch B in position "I";

to deflate: switch B in position "O" and

press button C), according to the vehicle's

tyre pressure label.

F

Turn the selector A to the "Air"

position.

F

Uncoil the white pipe G fully.

Connect the pipe to the tyre valve.

F

Remove the kit then stow it.

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In the event of a breakdown

Changing a wheel

Access to the tools

For vehicles supplied with a standard spare

wheel (same size as the four wheels), the tools

are stowed in a carrier, located in the spare

wheel.

1. Wheelbrace.

List of tools

F

Release the retaining strap for access to it.

Used for removing the wheel trim and the

wheel fixing bolts.

2. Jack with integral handle.

Used to raise the vehicle.

All of these tools are specific to your vehicle

and may vary according to equipment. Do not

use them for any other purpose.

3. Bolt head finisher tool.

Do not use:

Used to remove the wheel bolt protectors

(finishers) on wheel bolts with alloy wheels.

4. Wheel chock*.

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the jack for any purpose other than

lifting the vehicle,

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a different jack from the one

supplied with the vehicle.

5. Towing eye.

If the vehicle does not have its original

jack, contact a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop to obtain the one

listed by the manufacturer.

For vehicles supplied with a "space-saver"

type spare wheel, the tools are stowed in a

storage well, located below the spare wheel.

For more information on Towing the

vehicle, refer to the corresponding

section.

F

Unscrew the central yellow screw and

remove the wheel for access to it.

* Depending on country of sale.

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In the event of a breakdown

Access to the spare wheel

Removing the standard spare

wheel

Removing the "space-saver"

spare wheel

F

Detach the strap, then push the wheel

forwards so as to be able to lift it.

F

Unscrew the central nut.

Remove the fixing parts (nut and bolt).

Take the spare wheel from the rear and lift

it towards you.

Repositioning the standard spare

wheel

F

Remove the wheel from the boot.

F

Position the spare wheel flat in the boot,

then pull it towards you.

F

Next place the toolbox inside the wheel,

then secure the assembly using the strap.

Removing the boot ﬂoor

F

Saloon: raise the boot floor and fold in two.

Tourer: raise the boot floor and hook it

using the retractable handle. Secure the

hook to the top part of the boot.

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In the event of a breakdown

Repositioning the "space-saver"

spare wheel

Repositioning the boot ﬂoor

The tyre pressures are indicated on the

label located on the left-hand centre

door pillar.

Tyre pressures are given on this label

for different vehicle loading conditions.

F

Release the boot floor to return it to its

F

Return the spare wheel to its housing

above the toolbox.

initial position.

F

Unscrew the nut on the bolt by a few turns.

Place the fixing parts (nut and bolt) in the

middle of the wheel.

F

Tighten the central nut until it clicks to

secure the wheel.

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In the event of a breakdown

Removing a wheel

Before positioning the jack:

F

Always adjust the vehicle’s ground

clearance to the "maximum height"

position and retain this adjustment

for as long as the jack is under the

vehicle (do not use the hydraulic

adjustments),

F

Park the vehicle on stable, firm ground that

is not slippery. Apply the parking brake.

If your vehicle is equipped with

"Hydractive III+" suspension, with the

engine running at idle, adjust the ground

clearance to its maximum height.

F

Ensure that any passengers have

left the vehicle and are in a safe

place.

Never go underneath the vehicle if it is

supported only by the jack.

List of operations

The jack and all of the tools are specific

to your vehicle. Do not use them for any

other purposes.

Have the original wheel repaired and

refitted as soon as possible.

F

Switch off the ignition and engage first gear

(position P for an automatic gearbox).

If your vehicle is fitted with "Hydractive III+"

suspension, position the chock, whichever

direction the gradient may be in, in front of

the front wheel diametrically opposite to

the one to be replaced.

F

Remove the protector from each bolt using

tool 3.

F

Fit the security bolt socket to the

wheelbrace to slacken the security bolt

(depending on equipment).

Slacken the other bolts using just the

wheelbrace 1.

F

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In the event of a breakdown

F

Extend the jack 2 until its head comes into

contact with the jacking point A or B used;

the contact area A or B on the vehicle must

be correctly inserted into the central part of

the head of the jack.

Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient

space between the wheel and the ground

to easily fit the spare (non punctured)

wheel.

F

Remove the bolts and stow them in a clean

place.

Remove the wheel.

Ensure that the jack is stable. If the

ground is slippery or loose, the jack

may slip or drop - Risk of injury!

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Ensure that the jack is positioned only

at one of the jacking points provided

under the vehicle, making sure that the

vehicle's contact area is centred on the

head of the jack. Otherwise there is a

risk of damage to the vehicle and/or of

the jack dropping - Risk of injury!

F

Position the foot of the jack 2 on the

ground, ensuring that it is directly below the

front A or rear B jacking point provided on

the underbody, closest to the wheel to be

changed.

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