Citroen C-Crosser Dag (2008 year). Instruction

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Operating faults

If the selected transmission mode

display ﬂ ashes, the vehicle switches

automatically

front

“2WD”

transmission mode.
It is then no longer possible to select the
transmission mode using the control A .

Do not subject the vehicle to

excessive conditions while driving.
As  the  engine  torque  is  applied  to
all  four  wheels,  the  condition  of  the
tyres  has  a  considerable  impact  on
the performance of the vehicle.
Ensure that all four tyres are in good
condition.
Avoid  driving  the  vehicle  in  sandy
or muddy areas or in other areas in
which the wheels could spin.
Spinning  the  wheels  places  the
transmission

components

under

pressure and could cause a serious
malfunction.
Do not drive the vehicle through
deep water.
Avoid driving over excessively

uneven terrain (risk of scraping
under the body or of grounding on
crossing a bridge).

Have your vehicle towed on

a ﬂ atbed.
The vehicle must not be towed

with  the  front  or  rear  wheels  on  the
ground  even  if  it  is  in  front  “2WD”
(2 wheel drive) mode.

If  the  message  “SLOW  DOWN”  is
displayed  on  the  instrument  panel,  let
the  transmission  cool  down  then  wait
for the display to clear before setting off
again.

If “4WD” and “LOCK” are displayed al-
ternately  and  if  “MAINTENANCE  RE-
QUIRED”  is  displayed  on  the  instru-
ment  panel,  the  system  has  failed  and
the safety system has been activated.
   Contact  a   CITROËN   dealer  without
delay.

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Programming



Press button 1 .



Set the programmed speed by ac-

celerating  to  the  required  speed,
then  press  button   2  “COAST
SET” .

CRUISE CONTROL

The controls of this system are grouped
together on the steering wheel.
1. “ON/OFF” button: activation / deac-

tivation of the cruise control mode.

2. “COAST SET” button: storing of a

driving speed and decreasing of the
cruising speed.

3. “ACC RES” button: increasing of

the cruising speed and recalling of
the stored speed.

4. “CANCEL” button: switching off of

the cruise control.

When  you  press  button   1 ,   “CRUISE”
indicator  light  comes  on  on  the  instru-
ment panel.

Steering wheel controls

Display on the instrument panel

The cruise control cannot, in any cir-
cumstances,  take  the  place  of  the
need  to  comply  with  speed  limits  or
of  the  vigilance  and  responsibility  of
the driver.

System which permits automatic main-
taining of the vehicle speed at the value
programmed by the driver, without any
action on the accelerator pedal.

The  cruise  control  is   switched  on
manually:  the  vehicle  speed  must  be
25 mph  (40  km/h)  minimum  and  sec-
ond gear must be engaged in the case

of a manual gearbox.

The cruise control is switched off
manually, by an action on the brake or
clutch pedal or if the ASC system is trig-
gered.

The programmed speed can be ex-

ceeded temporarily by pressing the ac-
celerator pedal.
To return to the programmed speed,
simply release the accelerator pedal.

Switching off the ignition cancels any
programmed speed value.

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When  the  cruise  control  is
in  operation,  pay  attention  if
you  press  and  hold  one  of

the programmed speed adjustment
buttons: this can result in a very rapid
change in the speed of your vehicle.
Do not use the cruise control on

slippery roads or in heavy trafﬁ c.
On a steep descent, the cruise control
will not be able to prevent the vehicle

from exceeding the programmed

speed.
To prevent the mat from becoming
caught under the pedals:
-

ensure that the mat is positioned
correctly,

- never ﬁ t one mat on top of another.

Deactivating the function

To deactivate the cruise control:


Press the brake or clutch pedal, or



Press button 1 “ON OFF” , or



Press button 4 “CANCEL” .

The cruise control may be deactivated
automatically:


When the vehicle reaches a speed

below 20 mph (35 km/h).



When the active stability control

system (ASC) comes into operation.

Reactivating the function

When  the  cruise  control  has  been
deactivated,  you  can  return  to  the
stored  speed  by  pressing  button   3
“ACC  RES”   when  you  reach  a  mini-
mum speed of 25 mph (40 km/h).

Decreasing the programmed
speed



Using button 2 “COAST SET” :

successive presses decrease the

speed in steps of approximately

1 mph (1.6 km/h).

a maintained press of this button
decreases the speed progressively.

Once  the  speed  required  has  been
reached,  release  the  button,  the  new
speed is stored.
   

Using the brake pedal:

brake  to  deactivate  the  cruise  con-
trol,  then  press  button   2  “COAST
SET” .  Release  to  store  the  new
speed.

Temporary acceleration/
deceleration

Increasing the programmed
speed



Using button 3 “ACC RES” :

successive presses increase the

speed in steps of approximately

1 mph (1.6 km/h).

a  maintained  press  of  this  button
increases  the  programmed  speed
progressively.

Once  the  speed  required  has  been
reached,  release  the  button,  the  new
speed is stored.
   

Using the accelerator pedal:

accelerate  to  reach  the  speed  re-
quired, then press button  2 “COAST
SET” .  Release  the  button  to  store
the new speed.

Temporary acceleration
Press the accelerator pedal as normal.
When the pedal is released, you return
to the stored speed.

  Temporary deceleration
Press  the  brake  pedal  to  reduce  the
speed.  To  return  to  the  stored  speed,
press button  3 “ACC RES” .

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AUDIBLE REAR PARKING
ASSISTANCE

It detects any obstacle (person, vehicle,
tree, gate,...) located behind the vehicle,
but it cannot detect obstacles located
immediately below the bumper.

  Activation
The  parking  assistance  is  activated  by
engaging reverse gear.
The  proximity  information  is  indicated

by  an  audible  signal  which  becomes
more frequent as the vehicle approach-
es the obstacle.
When  a  certain  distance  between  the
rear  of  the  vehicle  and  the  obstacle  is
reached,  the  audible  signal  becomes
continuous:

An  object  such  as  a  stake,  a  road
works cone or any other similar object
may be detected at the beginning of
the  manoeuvre  but  may  no  longer
be detected when the vehicle moves
closer to it.

Location of the sensors
The vehicle is ﬁ tted with four sensors:
-

two side sensors A

two central sensors B .

Vehicle only

Vehicle ﬁ tted with a towbar

Detection zones
The detection zones differ according to
the vehicle’s equipment, with or without
towbar.
Therefore, you can select the towbar

mode, the ﬁ tting zone C is excluded

from the detection zones.

The  parking  assistance  system
cannot,  in  any  circumstances,  take
the  place  of  the  need  for  vigilance
and  responsibility  on  the  part  of  the
driver.

Sensors

Distance between

vehicle and

obstacle less than:

Side A

Approximately

25 cm

Central B without

towbar

Approximately

40 cm

Central B with

towbar

Approximately

60 cm

System consisting of proximity sensors,

installed in the rear bumper.

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REVERSING CAMERA

  Linked with the navigation option, a re-
versing  camera  is  activated  automati-
cally when reverse gear is engaged.
The colour visual return is provided on
the navigation display with indication of
the  limit  of  the  rear  bumper  and  of  the
general direction of the vehicle.

Operating fault

If an operating fault occurs, the indicator
light on button A

ﬂ ashes when reverse

gear is engaged.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.

In bad weather or in winter, check
that the sensors are not covered with
mud, ice or snow.

Deactivation



With reverse gear engaged, press

button A , the indicator light switches
off, the system is fully deactivated.

Reactivation


With reverse gear engaged, press

button A again, the indicator light
comes on, the system is reactivated.

Modiﬁ cation of the detection zones


Press button A to deactivate the

system.



Press button A again for a few sec-

onds and release it.

The detection zone modiﬁ cation infor-

mation is indicated by an audible signal
which:
-

is heard twice

on vehicles ﬁ tted with

a towbar,

is heard once on vehicles which are

not ﬁ tted with a towbar.

The red line indicates the distance
required to open the lower tailgate.

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REVERSING CAMERA

Operating fault

If an operating fault occurs, the indicator
light on button A

ﬂ ashes when reverse

gear is engaged.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.

In bad weather or in winter, check
that the sensors are not covered with
mud, ice or snow.

Deactivation



With reverse gear engaged, press

button A , the indicator light switches
off, the system is fully deactivated.

Reactivation


With reverse gear engaged, press

button A again, the indicator light
comes on, the system is reactivated.

Modiﬁ cation of the detection zones


Press button A to deactivate the

system.



Press button A again for a few sec-

onds and release it.

The detection zone modiﬁ cation infor-

mation is indicated by an audible signal
which:
-

is heard twice

on vehicles ﬁ tted with

a towbar,

is heard once on vehicles which are

not ﬁ tted with a towbar.

The red line indicates the distance
required to open the lower tailgate.

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Bonnet strut

OPENING THE BONNET

To close
Lower the bonnet and release it at the
end of its travel. Check that the bonnet
is properly locked.

  From inside:  pull the handle  A , on the
left-hand  side  below  the  door,  towards
you.
  From  outside:   move  the  catch  to  the
left then raise the bonnet.

Secure  the  strut  in  its  housing  to  hold
the bonnet open.
Before  closing  the  bonnet,  replace  the
strut in its clip.

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL

Protection system which also provides
access for checking the various levels
of the engine components.

If you run out of fuel, ﬁ ll the tank and op-

erate the starter until the engine starts.
Several attempts must be made before
the engine re-starts.

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PETROL ENGINE

1. Wash-wipe and headlamp wash

reservoir.

2. Coolant reservoir.

Power steering ﬂ uid reservoir.

Brake ﬂ uid reservoir.

Fuse box.

6. Battery.

“CVT” gearbox gauge.

8. Radiator cap.

9. Dipstick.

10.

Engine oil ﬁ ller cap.

11.

Air ﬁ lter.

This allows you access to check the level of the various ﬂ uids and replace certain components.

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DIESEL ENGINE

This allows you access to check the level of the various ﬂ uids and replace certain components.

1. Coolant reservoir.

Power steering ﬂ uid reservoir.

3. Wash-wipe and headlamp wash

reservoir.

Brake ﬂ uid reservoir.

Fuse box.

6. Battery.

7. Dipstick.

Engine oil ﬁ ller cap.

Air ﬁ lter.

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CHECKING LEVELS

Brake fluid level

To  avoid  any  risk  of  scalding,  unscrew
the  cap  by  two  turns  to  allow  the
pressure  to  drop.  When  the  pressure
has  dropped,  remove  the  cap  and  top
up the level.

Oil level

The reading will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 15 minutes.

The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the oil
level indicator on the instrument panel,
or using the dipstick.
Between two oil changes, the con-

sumption should not exceed 0.5 litre

per 600 miles (1,000 km).

The brake ﬂ uid level should be

between the “MAX” and “MIN”
marks.
If it is not, check the brake pad
wear.

Draining the circuit
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.

Coolant level

The  coolant  level  must  be
measured  when  the  engine  is
cold  and  should  be  between
the “LOW” and “FULL” marks.
When  the  engine  is  warm,  the

temperature of the coolant is regulated
by the fan. This can operate with the ig-
nition off.

On vehicles which are ﬁ tted with a

particle emission ﬁ lter, the fan may

operate  after  the  vehicle  has  been
switched  off,  even  if  the  engine  is
cold.
In  addition,  as  the  cooling  system  is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying
out any work.

Wash-wipe and headlamp

wash * fluid

Check the ﬂ uid level regularly,

using the gauge.

* According to country.

  Draining the engine
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the
engine  and  emission  control  system,
the use of additives in the engine oil is
prohibited.

Oil speciﬁ cation
The oil must correspond to your engine
and conform to the manufacturer’s rec-
ommendations.

Fluid speciﬁ cation

The brake ﬂ uid must conform to the

manufacturer’s recommendations and

fulﬁ l the DOT4 standards.

Draining the circuit
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.

Fluid speciﬁ cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer’s recommendations.

Fluid speciﬁ cation

This ﬂ uid must conform to the

manufacturer’s recommendations for
optimum cleaning.

Power steering fluid level

Check the ﬂ uid level with the engine at

idle.
Check that the power steering ﬂ uid level

is always between the “MAX” and “MIN”
marks and top up if necessary.

Fluid speciﬁ cation

This ﬂ uid must conform to the

manufacturer’s recommendations.

Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
If a level drops signiﬁ cantly, have the

corresponding circuit checked by a
CITROËN dealer.

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Diesel additive level (Diesel
with particle emission filter)

The minimum level of this additive is in-
dicated by lighting of the service warn-
ing light, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the multifunc-
tion display.

  Topping up
   It  is  imperative  that  this  additive  is
topped  up  by  a   CITROËN   dealer  with-
out delay.

Used products

CHECKS

Battery

Check the electrolyte level
regularly. If necessary, top up
the level with distilled water.
Check that the terminals are
clean and correctly tightened,

particularly in summer and winter.
When carrying out work on the battery,
refer to the “Practical information” sec-
tion for details of the precautions to be
taken before disconnecting the battery
and following its reconnection.

Air filter and passenger
compartment filter

Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environ-

ment (dusty atmosphere...) and the use
of the vehicle (city driving...), replace
them twice as often if necessary (refer
to the “Engines” paragraph).
A clogged passenger compartment ﬁ l-

ter may have an adverse effect on the
performance of the air conditioning sys-
tem and generate undesirable odours.

Oil filter

Replace the oil ﬁ lter each time

the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
interval for this component.

Particle emission filter (Diesel)

It is imperative that the maintenance of

the particle emission ﬁ lter is carried out

by a CITROËN dealer.

Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or at

idle, you may, exceptionally, notice

the emission of water vapour at the

exhaust on acceleration. This does

not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the vehicle or on the
environment.

Avoid any prolonged contact of

used oil or ﬂ uids with the skin.

Most of these ﬂ uids are harmful

to health or indeed very corrosive.

Do not discard used oil or ﬂ uids into

sewers or onto the ground.
Empty  used  oil  into  the  containers
provided  for  this  purpose  in  the
CITROËN  network.

Do not discard the oil ﬁ lter through

public channels, deposit it in the con-
tainers dedicated to this use in the
CITROËN network.

Unless  otherwise  indicated,  check
these  components  in  accordance  with
the  servicing  booklet  and  in  relation  to
your engine.
   Otherwise,  have  them  checked  by  a
CITROËN  dealer.

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Diesel additive level (Diesel
with particle emission filter)

The minimum level of this additive is in-
dicated by lighting of the service warn-
ing light, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the multifunc-
tion display.

  Topping up
   It  is  imperative  that  this  additive  is
topped  up  by  a   CITROËN   dealer  with-
out delay.

Used products

CHECKS

Battery

Check the electrolyte level
regularly. If necessary, top up
the level with distilled water.
Check that the terminals are
clean and correctly tightened,

Air filter and passenger
compartment filter

Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environ-

ment (dusty atmosphere...) and the use
of the vehicle (city driving...), replace
them twice as often if necessary (refer
to the “Engines” paragraph).
A clogged passenger compartment ﬁ l-

ter may have an adverse effect on the
performance of the air conditioning sys-
tem and generate undesirable odours.

Oil filter

Replace the oil ﬁ lter each time

the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
interval for this component.

Particle emission filter (Diesel)

It is imperative that the maintenance of

the particle emission ﬁ lter is carried out

by a CITROËN dealer.

Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or at

idle, you may, exceptionally, notice

the emission of water vapour at the

exhaust on acceleration. This does

not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the vehicle or on the
environment.

Avoid any prolonged contact of

used oil or ﬂ uids with the skin.

Most of these ﬂ uids are harmful

to health or indeed very corrosive.

Do not discard used oil or ﬂ uids into

sewers or onto the ground.
Empty  used  oil  into  the  containers
provided  for  this  purpose  in  the
CITROËN  network.

Do not discard the oil ﬁ lter through

public channels, deposit it in the con-
tainers dedicated to this use in the
CITROËN network.

Unless  otherwise  indicated,  check
these  components  in  accordance  with
the  servicing  booklet  and  in  relation  to
your engine.
   Otherwise,  have  them  checked  by  a
CITROËN  dealer.

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Manual gearbox

Refer to the servicing booklet

for details of gearbox mainte-

nance.

Brake pads

Brake  wear  depends  on  the
style  of  driving,  particularly  in
the  case  of  vehicles  used  in
town,  over  short  distances.  It
may be necessary to have the

condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak on the circuit, a

drop in the brake ﬂ uid level indicates

that the brake pads are worn.

Brake disc wear status

   For  any  information  relating
to  checking  of  the  brake
disc  wear  status,  contact  a
CITROËN  dealer.

Handbrake

If the handbrake travel is too
long or if you notice a loss of
effectiveness of this system,
the

handbrake

must

adjusted, even between two
services.

   This  system  must  be  checked  by  a
CITROËN  dealer.
   Only  use  products  recommended  by
CITROËN   or  products  of  equivalent

quality and speciﬁ cations.

order

optimise

the

operation of units as important
as

the

braking

system,

CITROËN selects and offers very

speciﬁ c products.
To  avoid  damaging  the  electrical
units,  the  use  of  a  high  pressure
washer in the engine compartment is
strictly prohibited.

Transfer box and rear
differential

Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the service inter-
val for these components.

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CHANGING A WHEEL

The tools are stored in the storage com-
partment in the boot right-hand trim.
To gain access to them:


open the boot,



turn button A to the left,



remove the cover B ,



remove the ﬁ xing band C and take

out the tool bag D containing the to-
ols,



grip the jack E in your hand and re-

move it from its ﬁ xing position.

1. Wheelbrace.

Used to remove the wheel trim and

the wheel ﬁ xing bolts.

2. Jack.

Used to raise the vehicle.

3. Handle.

Used to extend the jack.

List of tools

Other accessories

4. Removable towing eye.

Refer to the “Towing” paragraph.

Access to the tools

Wheel with trim

When

changing

wheel,

ensure that the four wheels are

of identical speciﬁ cation and

brand.

When removing the wheel , remove

the trim ﬁ rst using the handle 3 , pulling

at the notch.

When reﬁ tting the wheel , reﬁ t the trim

starting by placing its notch  F  (indicated
on  the  back  of  the  trim)  opposite  the
valve  G  and press on its periphery with
the palm of your hand.

When storing, take care to secure
the tool bag D

ﬁ rmly using the ﬁ xing

band C .

Operating procedure for replacing a
faulty wheel with the spare wheel using
the tools provided with the vehicle.

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Fixing the “space-saving” spare
wheel
If your vehicle is ﬁ tted with alloy

wheels, it is normal to notice that the
washers do not come into contact
with the “space-saving” spare wheel

when tightening the bolts on ﬁ tting.

The wheel is retained by the conical
contact of each bolt.

Access to the spare wheel in
the 7 seat configuration

The “space-saving” spare wheel is in-
stalled on the outside, under the boot,
supported by a metal carrier.
To gain access to the tools, refer to the
“Access to the tools” paragraph.

Putting the wheel back in place


Put the wheel back in place in its

carrier.



Lift the carrier C and reposition the

hook D .



Open the lower tailgate (refer to the

“Access” section).



Remove the plastic cover A using

the handle 3 .



Unscrew the spare wheel carrier re-

taining bolt B using the wheel brace
1 .



Close the lower tailgate (refer to the

“ Access” section).



Lift the carrier C to detach the hook

D then allow it to lower.



Tighten the spare wheel carrier

retaining bolt B fully using the
wheelbrace 1 .



Reﬁ t the plastic cover A , close the

lower tailgate and store the tools.

Removing the wheel


Open the tailgate and the lower tail-

gate (refer to the “Access” section).



Take out the handle 3 (refer to the

“Access to the tools” paragraph).

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Access to the spare wheel in
the 5 seat configuration

The “steel” spare wheel is installed on
the outside, under the boot, supported
by a winch and a plastic carrier.
To gain access to the tools, refer to the
“Access to the tools” paragraph.

Fixing the “steel” spare wheel
If your vehicle is ﬁ tted with alloy

wheels, it is normal to notice that the
washers do not come into contact
with the “space-saving” spare wheel

when tightening the bolts on ﬁ tting.

The wheel is retained by the conical
contact of each bolt.

Removing the wheel


Open the tailgate and the lower tail-

gate (refer to the “Access” section).



Take out the handle 3 (refer to the

“Access to the tools” paragraph).



Remove the plastic cover A using

the handle 3 .

Putting the wheel back in place


Put the wheel back in place in its

carrier.



Pass the hook C into the chain.



Open the lower tailgate (refer to the

“Access” section).



Unscrew the retaining bolt B fully

using the wheelbrace 1 , to unwind
the winch cable.



Close the lower tailgate (refer to the

“ Access” section).



Detach the hook C from the chain.

Unwind the winch cable fully to make
unhooking of the chain easier.



Tighten the winch retaining bolt B

fully using the wheelbrace 1 .



Reﬁ t the plastic cover A , close the

lower tailgate and store the tools.

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