engine CITROEN C-ELYSÉE 2012 Owner's Manual

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Operation
When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the
fuel filler neck of your Diesel vehicle, it comesinto contact with the flap. The system remains closed and prevents filling.
Do not persist but introduce a Diesel typefiller nozzle.
















Misfuel prevention (Diesel) * Mechanical device which prevents filling the tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It avoids the risk of
engine damage that can result from filling with the wrong fuel.
Located in the filler neck, the misfuel prevention device appears when the filler cap is removed.
*
Accordin
g to country of sale.

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 themisfuel prevention device and pour slowly.



Tr a v e l l i ng abroad

As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be different in other countries, thepresence of the misfuel prevention device may make refuelling impossible.
Before travelling abroad, werecommend that you check with the CITROËN dealer network, whether your vehicle is suitable for the fuel pumps inthe country in which you want to travel.
If you have put in the wrong fuel for your vehicle, you must have havethe tank drained and refilled with the correct fuel before you start theengine.


Fuel supply cut-off

Your vehicle is fitted with a safety system that cuts off the supply of fuel in the event of an
impact.

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Quality of the fuel used for
petrol engines
The petrol engines are per fectly compatible
with E10 or E24 type petrol biofuels (containing10 % or 24 % ethanol), conforming to Europeanstandards EN 228 and EN 15376.
E85 type
fuels (containing up to 85 % ethanol) are reserved exclusively for vehicles marketed
for the use of this type of fuel (BioFlex
vehicles). The quality of the ethanol mustcomply with European standard EN 15293.
For Brazil only, special vehicles are marketed
to run on fuels containing up to 100 % ethanol (E10 0 type).
For Russia only, the use of RON 92 unleaded petrol is possible.

Quality of the fuel used for
Diesel engines


The Diesel engines are per fectly compatible
with biofuels which conform to current andfuture European standards (Diesel fuel whichcomplies with standard EN 590 mixed with a
biofuel which complies with standard EN 14214)available at the pumps (containing up to 7 %Fatty Acid Methyl Ester).
The B30 biofuel can be used in cer tain Diesel engines; however, this use is subject to strict
application of the special ser vicing conditions.Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
The use of any other type of (bio)fuel (vegetable or animal oils, pure or diluted,
domestic fuel...) is strictly prohibited (risk of
damage to the engine and fuel system).

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Mirrors
Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glassproviding the lateral rearward vision necessary
for overtaking or parking. They can also befolded for parking in confined spaces.
Door mirrors

The objects observed are, in reality,closer than they appear.
Take this into account in order tocorrectly judge the distance of vehiclesapproaching from behind.
Demisting - Defrosting
Ad
justment
Adjustment Manual model

Folding
)
When parked, fold the mirror manually to
protect it.



Unfolding
)
Before moving off, unfold the mirror.







Electric model
)
Move the lever in all four directions toadjust the mirror.)Move control A
to the right or to the left toselect the corresponding mirror.)Move control in all four directions to adjust. )Return control to the central position.
Demistin
g-defrosting of the door
mirrors operates with the engine running, by switching on the heatedrear screen (see "Rear screen
demist-defrost").

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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance guidelines below: )To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as wellas the air extractor located in the boot. )Operate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month to keep it in perfect working order. )Ensure that the passenger compar tment filter is in good condition and have the filter elements replaced regularly. )To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have it checked regularly as recommended in the ser vicing booklet.)If the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off theair conditioning increases the available engine power and so improves the towing ability.











Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning


If after an extended stop in sunshine, the interior temperature is very high, firstventilate the passenger compar tment for
a few moments. Put the air flow control at a setting highenough to quickly change the air in the passenger compartment.

The air conditioning system does not contain chlorine and does not present any danger to the ozone layer.


The condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of water under the vehicle which isperfectly normal.

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1. Temperature level adjustment
) Turn the control knob from
blue (cold) to red (hot) to
adjust the temperature to your
re
quirements.This s
ystem only operates with the engine running.


2. Air fl ow adjustment
)Turn the control knob from position 1
to position 4to obtaina comfortable air flow.



If you put the air flow control in position 0(system off), the temperature is no longer controlled. However,a slight flow of air can still be felt, resulting from the movement of the vehicle.

Manual air conditioning
(without display screen) Heating / Ventilation

This system only operates when the engine is running.

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Electronic air conditioning (with screen)
These systems only operate with the engine running.


1. Air intake / Air recirculation

The recirculation of interior air isolates the passenger compartment from exterior odours and smoke.


2. Temperature level adjustment
)Press the "
" (red for hot)and"" (blue for cold) buttons, to
adjust the temperature to your
requirements. The temperature bars come on
or go off progressively in the air conditioning screen.
Return to exterior air intake as soon as possible
to prevent deterioration of the the air qualit
y and the formation of mist. )Press the button to recirculate the interior air. The indicator lamp comes on to confirm
this.
) Press the button again to permit
the intake of exterior air. Theindicator lamp goes off to confirm
thi
s.

3. Front demist - defrost
See the corresponding section.

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Rear screen demist - defrost
The control button is located on the heating / ventilation or air conditioning system controlpanel.


Switching on

The rear screen demisting/defrosting can onlyoperate when the engine is running.)Press this button to demist/defrost the rear screen and (depending on version) the door mirrors. The indicator lamp associated with
the button comes on.

Switching off
The demisting/defrosting switches off automatically to prevent an excessive consumption of current.)
It is possible to stop the demisting/defrosting operation before it is switched
off automatically by pressing the button
again. The indicator lamp associated with
the button goes off. )
Switch off the demisting/defrosting of the rear screen and door mirrors, if fitted,
as soon as appropriate, as lower currentconsumption results in reduced fuelconsumption.



Heated lower windscreen *

In cold conditions, the heated rear window switch also allows the lower windscreen to beheated, so as to free the wiper blades whenfrozen to the glass by frost or snow.


The function is active when the ambient temperature is below 0°C.


*
Depending on country of sale.

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Starting - stopping the engine
)Inser t the key in the ignition switch.
The system recognises the star ting code. )Turn the key fully towards the dashboard toposition 3 (Starting).)When the engine star ts, release the key.

Starting


A heavy object (key fob...), attached to the key and weighing down on its shaft in the ignition switch, could cause amalfunction.
Key left in the "Ignition on"position
On opening the driver's door, an aler t message is displayed, accompanied by an audible signal, to remind you that the key isstill in the ignition switch at position 1 (Stop).
)
Immobilise the vehicle.)
Turn the key fully towards you to
position 1 (Stop).)
Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Switching off

If the key has been left in the ignitionswitch at position 2 (Ignition on),the ignition will be switched off automatically after one hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the key to position 1 (Stop)
, then back toposition 2 (Ignition on).

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Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary with the engine at idle.
As a safety precaution and to facilitate star ting of the engine:


- always select neutral,

- press the clutch pedal.









Manual gearbox
)Push the gear lever fully to the right thenbackwards.


Engaging reverse gear

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Gear lever















Electronic gearbox


Displays in the instrument panel


Gear lever positions
N.NeutralR.Reverse
1 2 3 4 5.Gears in manual mode.
AUTO. This comes on when automated mode
is selected. It goes off when changing to
manual mode.
R. Reverse ) With your foot on the brake, move the lever for wards to select this position.N.Neutral. )
With your foot on the brake, select this
position to start the engine.
A . Automated mode.) Move the lever backwards to select this
mode. M + / -.Manual mode with sequential gear changing.)
Move the lever backwards, then to the left
to select this mode, then:


- push for wards to change up a gear,

- or push backwards to change down a gear.
Five-speed electronicall
y controlled gearbox
which offers a choice between the comfort of automated operation or the pleasure of manualgear changing.
Tw o d r i v i ng modes are offered: -automatedmode for automatic control
of the gears by the gearbox, without anyaction by the driver,- manualmode for the sequential changingof the gears by the driver, using the gear lever.
)Place your foot on the brakewhen this warning lamp flashes (e.g.: star ting the engine).