light CITROEN C-ELYSÉE 2012 Owner's Manual

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Visibility











Courtesy lamps
In this position, the cour tesy lamp comes on gradually:
- when the vehicle is unlocked,
- when the ke
y is removed from the ignition,
- when a door is opened,
- w
hen the remote control locking button is
activated, in order to locate your vehicle.
It switches o
ff gradually:
- when the vehicle is locked,
- when the ignition is switched on,
- 30 seconds after the last door is closed.
Permanentl
y off.
Permanent lighting.
)With the ignition on, press the
corresponding switch.

A.Courtesy lampsB.Map reading lamps

With the "permanent lighting" mode, the duration of lighting varies, depending on the circumstances:


- with the ignition off, approximately ten minutes,

- in energy economy mode,approximately thirty seconds,

- with the engine running, unlimited.


Front map reading lamps Front and rear courtesy lamps

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Direction indicators
Selection of the left or right direction indicators
to signal a change of direction of the vehicle. )Left: lower the lighting stalk beyond thepoint of resistance.)Right: raise the lighting stalk beyond thepoint of resistance.
"Motorway" function
)Press briefly upwards or downwards,
without going beyond the point of resistance; the direction indicators will flash 3 times.








Hazard warning lamps
Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on
the deceleration, the hazard warning lampscome on automatically.
The
y switch off automatically the first time youaccelerate. )
You can also switch them off by pressing
the button.
) Press this button, the direction indicatorsflash.
They can operate with the ignition off.









Horn
)Vehicle with driver's airbag: press the central part of the steering wheel.
or )Vehicle without driver's airbag: press theend of the lighting control stalk.
Audible warning system to alert other road
users to an imminent danger.

Use the horn moderately and only in the following circumstances:


- immediate danger,

- over taking a cyclist or pedestrian,

- approaching a location lackingvisibility.
A visual warnin
g by means of the directionindicators to alert other road users to a vehiclebreakdown, towing or accident.

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Safety
Group of supplementary systems which helpyou to obtain optimum braking in completesafety in emergency situations:


- anti-lock brakin
g system (ABS),

- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),

- emergency braking assistance (EBA).

















Braking assistance systems


Anti-lock braking system
and electronic brake force
distribution

Linked systems which improve the stability andmanoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking,
in par ticular on poor or slippery surfaces.

Activation

The anti-lock braking system comes into
operation automatically when there is a risk of
wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may make itself felt by slight vibration of the brake pedal.
Operating fault
Emergency braking assistance
System which, in an emergency, enables you
to obtain the optimum braking pressure more
quickly, thus reducing the stopping distance.
When braking in an emergency, press firmly without releasing the pressure.


When braking in an emergency, press very firmly without releasing thepressure.
When replacing wheels (tyres andrims), ensure that they conform to the manufacturer's recommendations. I
f this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signaland a message in the screen, it indicates a malfunction of the anti-lock braking
system which could result in loss of control of
the vehicle when braking.
I
f this warning lamp comes on,
together with the STOP
and ABSwarning lamps, accompanied by anaudible signal and a message in the screen, it indicates a malfunction of the electronic brake
force distribution which could result in loss of control of the vehicle when braking.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.In either case, contact a CITROËN dealer or aqualified workshop.
Activation
It is triggered by the speed at which the brake pedal is pressed.
The effect of this is a reduction in theresistance of the pedal and an increase in
braking efficiency.
Coasting with the engine off results in aloss of power assistance for braking.

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The driver must ensure that passengers usethe seat belts correctly and that they are allrestrained securely before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle, always fasten your seat belt, even for short journeys. Do not interchange the seat belt buckles asthey will not fulfil their role fully.
The seat belts are fitted with an inertia reel permitting automatic adjustment of the length of the strap to your size. The seat belt isstowed automatically when not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the seatbelt is reeled in correctly.
The lower par t of the strap must bepositioned as low as possible on the pelvis.
The upper par t must be positioned in the hollow of the shoulder.
The inertia reels are fitted with an automatic locking device which comes into operation inthe event of a collision, emergency braking or if the vehicle rolls over. You can releasethe device by pulling firmly on the strap and releasing it so that it reels in slightly.
Recommendations for children
Use a suitable child seat if the passenger isless than 12 years old or shor ter than one
and a half metres. Never use the same seat belt to secure morethan one person. Never allow a child to travel on your lap.

In order to be effective, a seat belt must:


- be tightened as close to the body as possible,


- be pulled in front of you with a smooth movement, checking that it does nottwist,

- be used to restrain only one person,

- not bear any trace of cuts or fraying,

- not be converted or modified to avoid affecting its per formance.
In accordance with current safety regulations, for all repairs on your vehicle, go to a qualified workshop with the skills and equipment needed, which a CITROËN dealer is able to provide.
Have your seat belts checked regularly by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop, particularly if the straps show signs of damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapywater or a textile cleaning product, sold by CITROËN dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or rear bench seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned and reeled in correctly.
In the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and seriousness of the impact
, thepretensioning device may be deployedbefore and independently of the airbags.Deployment of the pretensioners isaccompanied by a slight discharge of harmless smoke and a noise, due to theactivation of the pyrotechnic cartridgeincorporated in the system.In all cases, the airbag warning lamp comes on.Following an impact, have the seat belts system checked, and if necessary replaced,by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Airbags
System designed to maximise the safety of the
occupants in the event of violent collisions. The
airbags supplement the action of the force-
limiting seat belts.
If a collision occurs, the electronic detectors record and analyse the front and side impacts sustained in the impact detection zones:
- in the case of a serious impact, the airbagsare deployed instantly and contribute
towards better protection of the occupants
of the vehicle; immediatel
y after the impact,
the airbags deflate rapidly so that theydo not hinder visibility or the exit of the
occupants,
- in the case o
f a minor or rear impact or incertain roll-over conditions, the airbags
will not be deployed; the seat belt alone
contributes towards providing your protection in these situations.
The airbags do not operate whenthe ignition is switched off.
This equipment will only deploy once.
If a second impact occurs (during thesame or a subsequent accident), theairbag will not be deployed again.
Deployment of the airbag(s) is accompanied by a slight emission of smoke and a noise, due to theactivation of the pyrotechnic cartridgeincorporated in the system.This smoke is not harmful, but sensitiveindividuals may experience slight irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result in a slight loss of hearing for a shorttime.

Impact detection zones
A.
Front impact zone. B.
Side impact zone.
Front airbags


Deployment

The airbags are deployed simultaneously, unless
the passenger's front airbag is deactivated, in the event of a serious front impact to all or part of thefront impact zone A , in the longitudinal centreline of
the vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed from
the front to the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the thorax and head of the front occupant of the vehicle and thesteering wheel, driver's side, and the dashboard,passenger's side to cushion their for ward movement.
System which protects the driver and frontpassenger in the event of a serious front impact
in order to limit the risk of injury to the head and
thorax.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag isfitted in the dashboard above the glove box.

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Dashboard fuses

The fusebox is placed in the lower dashboard(left-hand side).


Access to the fuses
)Refer to the paragraph "Access to the tools".
Fuse N°RatingFunctions
F02
5 A Headlamp adjusters, diagnostic socket, air conditioning panel.
F09
5 A Alarm, alarm (accessory).
F1
15 A Additional heating.
F1
35 A Parking sensors, parking sensors (accessory).
F1410 A Air conditioning panel.
F1
615 A
Cigarette lighter, 12 V socket.
F17 15 A
Audio s
ystem, audio system (accessory).
F1
820 A Audio system / Bluetooth, audio system (accessory).
F1
95 A Monochrome screen C.
F2
35 A Courtesy lamps, map reading lamps.
F2
615 A
Horn.
F27 15 A
Screenwash pump.
F2
85 A Anti-theft.
Fuse tables

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Towing a trailer
We recommend the use of genuineCITROËN towbars and their harnesses that have been tested and approved from the design stage of your vehicle, and that the fitting of the towbar is entrusted to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.If the towbar is not fitted by a CITROËNdealer, it is imperative that it is fitted in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's instructions.
T
owbar suitable for the attachment of atrailer or installation of a bicycle carrier, with
additional lighting and signalling.
Driving with a trailer places greater demands on the towing vehicle and the driver must take particular care.

Your vehicle is primaril
y designed for
transpor ting people and luggage, but it may
also be used
for towing a trailer.

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Driving advice
Distribution of loads
)Distribute the load in the trailer so that theheaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the maximum permitted without exceeding it.

Air density decreases with altitude,
thus reducing engine performance. Above 1 000 metres, the maximum towed
load must be reduced by 10 % for every
1 000 metres of altitude.
Side wind
)Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.

Cooling

To w i ng a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electricall
y controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
)
To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the
gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
)If the warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on, stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.



Braking

To w i ng a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a longmountain type of descent, the use of engine braking is recommended.

Tyres
)Check the tyre pressures of the towingvehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the recommended pressures.



Lighting
)Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.


The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a genuine CITROËN towbar is used.
R
efer to the "Technical Data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.

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Technical data
VTi 72VTi 115
Gearboxes Manual(5-speed)

Electronic(5-speed)Manual
(5-speed)
Automatic
(4-speed)
Model codes: DD...HMY0

HMY0/P NFP0


NFP9


- Unladen wei
ght 980
1 090



- Kerb weight * 1 055 1 165


- Gross vehicle wei
ght (GV W)
1 459

1 4671 524
1 559



- Gross train wei
ght (GTW)

on a 12 % gradient 1 909
1 917
2 274
2 309


- Braked trailer
(within GTW limit) on a 10 % or 12 % gradient
450750



- Braked trailer **
(with load transfer within the GTW limit)

720

1 010



- Unbraked trailer
450580
600



- Recommended nose wei
ght 55
55


*
The kerb wei
ght is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).
**

The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GVW of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount; warning,
towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
The
GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit th
e towed load.














Petrol weights (in kg)

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The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C, limit the towed load.

*
The kerb wei
ght is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).

**
The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount; warning,
towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
EngineHDi 92
Gearbox Manual(5-speed)

Model codes: DD...

9HJC
9HP0



- Unladen weight 1 090



- Kerb wei
ght *1 165


- Gross vehicle wei
ght (GV W)

1 549
1 548



- Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12% gradient
2 299 2 298


- Braked trailer
(within GTW limit) on a 10% or 12% gradient
750



- Braked trailer **
(with load transfer with theGTW limit)

1 010



- Unbraked trailer
580



- Recommended nose weight 55
























Diesel weights (in kg)