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Depending on version, it includes:
- a t emporary puncture repair kit with the
vehicle tools,
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pare wheel with or without the vehicle
tools.
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aise the boot floor as far as possible to
access the storage compartment.
Courtesy lamps
1. Front courtesy lamp
2. Front map reading lamps
3. Rear courtesy lamp
4. Rear map reading lamps
Front and rear courtesy lamps
In this position, the courtesy lamp
comes on gradually:
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hen the vehicle is unlocked,
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hen the key is removed from the ignition,
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hen opening a door,
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hen the remote control locking button is
activated, in order to locate your vehicle.
It switches off gradually:
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hen the vehicle is locked,
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hen the ignition is switched on,
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seconds after the last door is closed. Permanently off.
Permanent lighting.
Front and rear map reading
lamps
F With the ignition on, operate the corresponding switch.
Take care not to put anything in contact
with the courtesy lamps.
In "permanent lighting" mode, the lighting time
varies according to the circumstances:
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hen the ignition is off, approximately ten
minutes,
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n energy saving mode, approximately thirty
seconds,
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ith the engine running, unlimited. When the courtesy lamp is in the
"permanent lighting" position, the rear
courtesy lamp also comes on, except if it
is in the "permanently off " position.
To switch off the rear courtesy lamp, put it
in the "permanently off " position.
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Front and rear foglamps
They operate with the sidelamps
or dipped beam headlamps on, in
manual or auto mode.In good or rainy weather, by day and night,
using the front foglamps and the rear
foglamp is prohibited. In these situations,
the power of their beams may dazzle other
drivers. They should only be used in fog or
falling snow.
In these weather conditions, it is your
responsibility to switch on the foglamps
and dipped beam headlamps manually as
the sunshine sensor may detect sufficient
light.
Do not forget to turn off the front foglamps
and the rear foglamp as soon as they are
no longer necessary.
Switching off of the lighting when the
ignition is switched off
On switching off the ignition, all of the
lamps turn off immediately, except for
dipped beam if automatic guide-me-home
lighting is activated. Switching on the lighting after the
ignition is switched off
To reactivate the lighting control, set
the ring to "
AUTO", then to the desired
position.
On opening the driver's door a temporary
audible signal warns the driver that the
lighting is on.
It will go off automatically after a period of
time that depends on the state of charge
in battery (entering energy-saving mode).
Direction indicators
(flashing)
F Left: lower the lighting control stalk passing the point of resistance.
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ight: raise the lighting control stalk passing
the point of resistance.
Turn the ring:
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nce for wards to switch on the front
foglamps,
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or wards a second time to switch on the rear
foglamps,
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nce backwards to switch off the rear
foglamps,
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ackwards a second time to switch off the
front foglamps.
If the lighting is switched off automatically
(" AUTO " position) or the dipped beams are
switched off manually, the foglamps and
sidelamps remain on.
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urn the ring backwards to switch off the
foglamps, the sidelamps will then switch off.
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Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
The fixed illumination of this warning
lamp indicates that there is a fault
with the ABS.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at moderate speed. If these warning lamps come on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message, this indicates a
fault with the electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved for your
vehicle.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake
pedal. In emergency braking, press ver y
firmly and maintain this pressure.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)/
Dynamic stability control
(DSC)
Operation
These systems are activated automatically
every time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a
problem with grip or trajectory.
Deactivating the ASR (depending
on version)
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate
the ASR system, so that the wheels can turn
freely and regain grip.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
In both cases, have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop as
soon as possible.
This is indicated by this warning
lamp flashing in the instrument
panel.It is however recommended that the system be
reactivated as soon as possible.
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n the Driving/Vehicle
menu
of the touch screen, select the
" Driving functions " tab, then
" Traction control".
Or, depending on version: F
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urn the "
Grip control" knob to
this position.
Deactivation is confirmed by the
illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by a message as
well as illumination of the knob
(depending on version).
The ASR system no longer acts on the
operation of the engine or the brakes in the
event of an involuntary change of trajectory.
Reactivating the ASR (depending
on version)
The system is reactivated automatically every
time the ignition is switched back on or from
30
mph (50 km/h).
Below 30
mph (50 km/h), you can reactivate it
manually:
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F In the Driving/Vehicle menu
of the touch screen, select the
" Driving functions " tab, then
" Traction control".
Or, depending on version: F

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urn the " Grip control" knob
to this position.
Malfunction
The illumination of this warning
lamp, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message, indicates that
there is a fault with the system.
After an impact, have the system checked
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. ASR/DSC
These systems offer increased safety
in normal driving, but they should not
encourage the driver to take extra risks or
drive at high speed.
It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain,
snow, ice) that the risk of loss of grip
increases. It is therefore important for your
safety to keep these systems activated in
all conditions, and particularly in difficult
conditions.
The correct operation of these
systems depends on obser vation of
the manufacturer's recommendations
regarding as much the wheels (tyres and
rims), braking and electronic components
as the assembly and repair procedures
used by CITROËN dealers.
To benefit in full from the effectiveness
of these systems in wintry conditions,
the vehicle must be fitted with four snow
tyres, allowing the vehicle to retain neutral
behaviour on the road.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
Grip control
Special patented traction control system which
improves traction on snow, mud and sand.
This system, whose operation has been
optimised for each situation, allows you to
manoeuvre in most conditions of poor grip
(encountered during use of a passenger car).
The accelerator pedal should be pressed
sufficiently to allow the system to use the power
of the engine. Operation at high engine speeds
is completely normal.
A five-position selector knob allows you to
choose the setting best suited to the driving
conditions encountered.
An indicator lamp associated with each mode
comes on to confirm your choice.
Associated with all-seasons Peak
Mountain Snow Flake tyres, this system
offers a compromise between safety, grip
and traction. They are efficient in winter
and summer conditions.
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Standard (ESC)
This mode is calibrated for a low level of wheel
spin, based on the different levels of grip
normally encountered on the road.F

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lace the knob in this position.
Every time the ignition is switched off, the
system automatically resets to this mode.
Snow
This mode adapts its strategy to the conditions
of grip encountered for each of the two front
wheels on moving off.
(mode active up to 50 mph (80 km/h))
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lace the knob in this position.
All road (mud, damp
grass,

etc.)
This mode, when moving off, allows
considerable spin on the wheel with the least
grip to optimise clearing of the mud and to
regain grip. At the same time, the wheel with
the most grip is controlled in such a way as to
transmit as much torque as possible.
When moving, the system optimises wheel spin
to respond to the driver's requirements as fully
as possible.
(mode active up to 30
mph (50 km/h))
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lace the knob in this position.
Sand
This mode allows little spin on the two driving
wheels at the same time to allow the vehicle to
move for ward and limit the risks of getting stuck
in the sand.
(mode active up to 75 mph (120 km/h))
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lace the knob in this position.
Do not use the other modes on sand as
the vehicle may become stuck. You can deactivate the ASR
system by turning the knob to
the "
OFF" position.
The ASR system no longer acts on the
operation of the engine or the brakes in the
event of an involuntary change of trajectory.
This system is reactivated automatically
from 30 mph (50 km/h) or every time the
ignition is switched on.
Driving recommendations
Your vehicle is designed principally to
drive on tarmac roads but it allows you to
occasionally drive on other less passable
terrain.
However, it does not permit off-road
driving such as:
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rossing and driving on terrain which
could damage the underbody or strip
away components (fuel pipe, fuel
cooler, etc.) due to obstacles or stones
in particular,
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riving on terrain with steep gradients
and poor grip,
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rossing a stream.
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Hill Assist Descent
System that provides assistance when
descending on loose or soft sur faces (gravel,
mud, etc.) or a steep gradient.
This system reduces the risk of slip or loss
of control of the vehicle when descending,
whether going forward or in reverse.
During a descent, it assists the driver in
maintaining a constant speed, depending
on the gear engaged, while progressively
releasing the brakes.For the system to activate, the slope must
be greater than 5%.
The system can be used with the gearbox
in neutral.
Otherwise, engage a gear corresponding
to the speed to prevent the engine stalling.
With an automatic gearbox, the system
can be used with the selector at N , D or R.
When the system enters regulating
mode, the Active Safety Brake system is
automatically deactivated. The system is no longer available if the
speed of the vehicle is above 30 mph
(50 km/h).
Operation
Switching on
By default, the system is not selected.
The system's status is not saved when the
ignition is switched off.
The driver can select the system when the engine
is running, when the vehicle is stationary or moving
at speeds up to 30 mph (50 km/h)
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F With the speed below 30 mph
(50 km/h), press this button
until its indicator lights up to
select the system; this indicator
lamp appears in green in the
instrument panel.
The system becomes active at a speed below
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hen the vehicle begins its descent, you
can release the accelerator and brake
pedals, the system regulates the speed:
During a descent, with the vehicle stationary, if
you release the accelerator and brake pedals,
the system will release the brakes to set the
vehicle gradually in motion.
The brake lamps light up automatically when
the system is regulating.
If the speed exceeds 20 mph (30 km/h),
regulation is paused automatically, the indicator
lamp goes back to grey in the instrument panel,
but the indicator lamp in the button remains lit.
Regulation resumes automatically when the
speed falls below 20 mph (30 km/h) again, and
the slope and pedal release conditions are met.
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f the gearbox is in first or
second gear, the speed
decreases and the indicator
lamp flashes rapidly,
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f the gearbox is in neutral or if
the clutch pedal is depressed,
the speed decreases and the
indicator lamp flashes slowly;
in this case, the maintained
descent speed is lower.
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Starting/Switching off the
engine with the key
Key ignition switch
Ignition on position
It allows the use of the vehicle's electric
equipment or portable devices to be charged.
Once the state of charge of the battery drops
to the reser ve level, the system switches to
energy economy mode: the power supply is
cut off automatically to preser ve the remaining
battery charge.Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key
or the remote control, which would weigh
down on its blade in the ignition switch
and could cause a malfunction.
Switching off the engine leads to a loss of
braking assistance.
Starting the engine
Parking brake applied:
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W ith a manual gearbox in neutral, fully
depress the clutch pedal.
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ith an automatic gearbox , in mode N or
P, fully depress the brake pedal.
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nsert the key into the ignition switch; the
system recognises the code.
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nlock the steering column by
simultaneously turning the steering and the
key.
In certain cases, you may have to apply
significant force to move the steering
wheel (wheels on full lock, for example).
It has 3 positions:
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position 1 (Stop): insert and remove the
key, steering column locked,
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position 2 (Ignition on) : steering column
unlocked, ignition on, Diesel pre-heating,
engine running,
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position 3 (Starting) .
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ith a petrol engine , operate the starter
motor by turning the key to position 3
without pressing the accelerator pedal,
until the engine starts. Once the engine is
running, release the key. F

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ith a Diesel engine
, turn the key to
position 2 , ignition on, to operate the engine
pre-heating system.
Wait until this warning lamp goes off
in the instrument panel, then operate
the starter motor by turning the key
to position 3 without pressing the
accelerator pedal, until the engine
starts. Once the engine is running,
release the key.
In wintry conditions, the warning lamp
may stay on for a longer period. When the
engine is hot, the warning lamp does not
come on.
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition. Wait a few moments
before operating the starter motor again.
If the engine does not start after several
attempts, do not keep trying: you risk
damaging the starter motor or the engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In temperate conditions, do not leave
the engine at idle to warm up but move
off straight away and drive at moderate
speed.
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Never leave the engine running in
an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation: internal combustion engines
emit toxic exhaust gases, such as carbon
monoxide. There is a risk of intoxication
and death!
In very extreme wintry conditions
(temperature below -23°C), to guarantee
correct operation and the longevity of
the mechanical elements of your vehicle,
engine and gearbox, the engine must be
left running for 4 minutes before starting
the vehicle.
Switching off the engine
F Stop the vehicle.
F W ith the engine running in idle, turn the key
to position 1 .
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emove the key from the ignition switch.
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o lock the steering column, turn the
steering wheel until it locks.
To facilitate unlocking of the steering
column, it is recommended that the
wheels be returned to the straight ahead
position before switching off the engine. F

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heck that the parking brake is correctly
applied, particularly on sloping ground.
Never switch off the ignition before the
vehicle is at a complete stop. With the
engine off, the braking and steering
assistance systems are also cut off: risk of
loss of control of the vehicle.
When you leave the vehicle, keep the key
with you and lock the vehicle.Energy economy mode
After switching off the engine (position 1
– Stop ), for a maximum of 30
minutes you
can still use functions such as the audio and
telematic system, the wipers, dipped beam
headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc.
For more information on Energy
economy mode , refer to the
corresponding section. Key left in
If the key has been left in the ignition
switch 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 to position
2 (Ignition on) .
Starting/Switching off the
engine with

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eyless Entry
and Starting
Starting the engine
F With a manual gearbox , put the gear lever
into neutral.
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ith the electronic key inside the vehicle,
fully depress the clutch pedal.
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or
F W ith an automatic gearbox , place the gear
selector in mode P or N .
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ith the electronic key inside the vehicle,
fully depress the brake pedal.
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riefly press the " START/STOP" button
while maintaining pressure on the pedal
until the engine starts.
The steering column unlocks and the engine
starts.
For Diesel engines , when the temperature is
below zero and/or the engine is cold, starting
will only take place once the pre-heater
warning lamp is off.
If this warning lamp comes on after
pressing the " START/STOP " button:
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ith a manual gearbox , you should keep
the clutch pedal fully depressed until the
warning lamp goes off and not press the
" START/STOP " button again until the
engine is running.
or F
W ith an automatic gearbox, you should
keep the brake pedal fully depressed until
the warning lamp goes off and not press
the " START/STOP " button again until the
engine is running.
The presence of the

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eyless Entry and
Starting electronic key in the recognition
zone is essential.
If the electronic key is not detected in this
zone, a message is displayed.
Move the electronic key into this zone so
that the engine can be started.
If there is still a problem, refer to the "Key
not detected – Back-up starting" section.
If one of the starting conditions is not met,
a reminder message is displayed on the
instrument panel.
In some circumstances, you will need to
turn the steering wheel while pressing the
" START/STOP " button to assist unlocking
of the steering column. A message will
notify you if this is necessary. As a safety measure, never leave the
vehicle while the engine is running.
Switching off the engine
F Park the vehicle, engine at idle.
F
W ith a manual gearbox , put the gear lever
into neutral.
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ith an automatic gearbox , select mode P
or N .
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ith the electronic key inside the vehicle,
press the " START/STOP " button.
The engine stops and the steering column
locks.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn
the steering wheel slightly to lock the steering
column.
If the vehicle is not stationary, the engine
will not stop.
Never leave your vehicle with the
electronic key still inside.
Switching off the engine leads to a loss of
braking assistance.
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Switching the ignition on
(without starting)
F Press the "START/STOP" button, the
instrument panel comes on but the engine
does not start.
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ress the button again to switch off the
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked.
With the

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eyless Entry and Starting electronic
key inside the vehicle, pressing the "START/
STOP" button, without pressing any of the
pedals , allows the ignition to be switched on.
This also allows the accessories to be used
(e.g. car radio, lighting, etc.).
With the ignition on, the system
automatically goes into energy economy
mode to maintain an adequate state of
charge in the battery.
Key not detected
Back-up starting
A back-up reader is fitted to the steering
column to allow the engine to be started if
the system does not detect the key in the
recognition zone, or when the battery in the
electronic key is discharged.
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ith a manual gearbox, place the gear
lever in neutral, then fully depress the clutch
pedal.
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ith an automatic gearbox , select mode
P, then fully depress the brake pedal.
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ress the " START/STOP " button.
The engine starts. F

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lace and hold the remote control against
the reader.
Back-up switching off
Emergency switching off
In the event of an emergency only, the engine can be
switched off without conditions (even when driving).
Press the " START/STOP " button for about three
seconds.
In this case, the steering column locks as soon as the
vehicle stops.
When the electronic key is not detected or is
no longer in the recognition zone, a message
appears in the instrument panel when closing a
door or trying to switch off the engine.
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o confirm the instruction to switch off the
engine, press the " START/STOP" button for
about three seconds.
In the event of a fault with the electronic key,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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