CITROEN C6 Owner's Handbook Manual page 160

XVI
Carrying loads in your vehi-
cle
In order to preserve the roadhold-
ing qualities of your vehicle, take
the following precautions.
• Never exceed the gross vehicle
weight.
• Modify your driving style and
speed to take account of the
additional load.
• Always anchor down any heavy
objects carried in the boot.
Never transport heavy objects
inside the vehicle unless they
are suitably lashed down. If
necessary, use the rear seats
and secure the loads with the
seat belts (protect the seats
and seat belts if necessary).
• Limit the use of the rear shelf to
light, soft items such as coats or
clothing. Remember that heavy
or hard objects can become
dangerous during harsh brak-
ing and, if they touch the rear
screen, could damage the heat-
ing elements.
• You are advised to adjust the
aim of the headlamps to com-
pensate for the vehicle load.
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L O A D S A N D T O W I N G
Roof bars and roof box
Any loading of the vehicle roof will alter the behaviour of your vehicle when
in motion.
You are recommended to use roof bars and roof boxes that are approved
by CITROËN.
Towing (boat, caravan, etc.)
• Before departure :
- Check the tyre pressures of both car and trailer.
- Check all the exterior and signalling lamps of the car and trailer.
- Practice manoeuvring, especially reversing.
- Grease the towing ball hitch regularly, and remove it when not towing
for a long period.
• Spread the load inside the caravan and keep within the towing weight
limits.
• Always drive at moderate speeds, changing down a gear in good time
before hill climbs or descents. Be aware of the effect of side winds.
• Braking distances are increased. Use the brakes gently and progres-
sively. Avoid sudden braking.
• If you have to park on an incline, make sure that the parking brake is
firmly applied. Check that the tow hitch is firmly attached and, if neces-
sary, chock the wheels of the trailer.
When towing, the fuel consumption will increase.
Towing a vehicle
If you are towing another vehicle, the latter should be out of gear (gearbox
in neutral). Move the gear lever to neutral (position N for SensoDrive and
automatic gearboxes).
Observe your vehicle's towing limits
It is essential to comply with the max. Gross Trailer Weights and speed
limits as specified by legislation in each country.
For further information about the towing capacity of your vehicle and its
max. authorised Gross Train Weight, contact a CITROËN dealer
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