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Dynamic
stability control
(DSC/ASR)Flashing.
The DSC/ASR regulation is
operating. The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle in the event of loss
of grip or trajectory.
Fixed. The DSC/ASR system has a fault. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Action/Observations
Airbags Temporarily on. This warning lamp comes on for a
few seconds when you turn on the
ignition, then goes off.
This warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Fixed.Either the airbag or seat belt
pyrotechnic pretensioner system has
a fault. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Passenger's
airbag system Fixed.
The control switch, located at the
right side of the dashboard, is at the
"OFF " position.
The control switch, located in
the glove box, is set to the " OFF"
position.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated.
You can install a "rearward facing"
child seat, unless there is a fault with
the airbags (airbag warning lamp on). Set the control to the "
ON" position to activate the
front passenger airbag.
In this case, do not install a "rear ward facing" child
seat on the front passenger seat.
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Low fuel levelFixed, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message. When it first comes on, around
5
litres of fuel remain in the tank.
You are now starting to use the fuel
reserve. You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid running
out of fuel.
Until sufficient fuel has been added, this warning
lamp reappears every time the ignition is switched on,
accompanied by an audible warning and a message.
This audible warning and this message are repeated
with increasing frequency as the level drops towards
" 0 ".
Tank capacity: approximately 45
litres.
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel as
this could damage the emission control and injection
systems.
Presence of
water in the
Diesel fuel *Fixed.
The Diesel filter contains water. Risk of damaging the fuel injection system on Diesel
engines.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
as soon as possible.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Action/Observations
Par ticle filter
(Diesel) Fixed, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message about
the risk of particle
filter blockage. This indicates that the particle filter
is beginning to saturate.
Traffic conditions permitting, regenerate the filter by
driving at a speed of at least 37 mph (60 km/h) until
the warning lamp goes off.
For more information on Checks and particularly
those related to the particle filter, refer to the
corresponding section.
Fixed, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message about
the particle filter’s
additive level being
too low. This indicates that the level in the
additive tank is low.
Quickly arrange for a top-up by a CITROËN dealer or
by a qualified workshop.
For more information on Checking levels
and
particularly on the level of additive, refer to the
corresponding section.
*
D
epending on version
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Lane depar ture
warning systemFlashing (orange),
accompanied by an
audible signal. A lane is being crossed, right side.
A lane is being crossed, left side.
Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction to
return to the correct trajectory.
For more information, refer to the corresponding
section.
+ Fixed, accompanied
by the Ser vice
warning lamp.
The lane departure warning system
is defective.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Action/Observations
AdBlue
®
(BlueHDi Diesel)Fixed, on switching
on the ignition,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating the
remaining driving range.The remaining driving range is
between 370 miles (600 km) and
1,500
miles (2,400 km). As soon as possible, top up the AdBlue®.
You can add up to 10
litres of AdBlue® to its tank.
Flashing,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
the remaining driving
range. The remaining driving range is
between 0 and 370
miles (0 and
600
km). Yo u must
top up the AdBlue
® to avoid running out .
You can add up to 10
litres of AdBlue® to its tank.
Flashing,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating
that starting is
prevented. The AdBlue
® tank is empty: the
starting prevention system required
by legislation prevents starting of the
engine. To be able to start the engine, you must
top up the
AdBlue®.
It is essential to add at least 4
litres of AdBlue® to its
tank.
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+
+SCR emissions
control system
(BlueHDi Diesel)
Fixed, on switching on
the ignition, associated
with the Ser vice and
engine diagnostic warning
lamps, accompanied by
an audible signal and a
message.A fault with the SCR emissions
control system has been detected.
This alert disappears once the exhaust emissions
return to normal levels.
Flashing, on switching
on the ignition,
associated with the
Service and engine
diagnostic warning
lamps, accompanied by
an audible signal and a
message indicating the
remaining driving range.After confirmation of the fault with
the emissions control system, you
can drive for up to 680 miles (1,100 km) before the engine starting prevention
system is triggered.To avoid a breakdown, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop without delay
.
Flashing, on switching
on the ignition,
associated with the
Service and engine
diagnostic warning
lamps, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message. You have exceeded the authorised
driving limit following confirmation
of a fault with the emissions
control system: the engine starting
prevention system prevents starting
of the engine.
To be able to restart the engine, you must
call on a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
For topping up or for more information on the AdBlue
® (BlueHDi engines) , refer to the corresponding section.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Action/Observations
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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
Diesel engine
pre-heating Fixed.
When the ignition is switched on
with a key in the ignition switch or a
starting instruction is made using the
"START/STOP " button, the engine
temperature makes engine pre-
heating necessary. The period of illumination of the indicator lamp is
determined by the climatic conditions (up to about
thirty seconds in severe winter conditions).
With a key in the ignition switch, wait until the
indicator lamp goes off before starting.
With
K
eyless Entry and Starting, once it goes off,
starting is immediate, on the condition that the brake
pedal remains pressed with an automatic gearbox.
With
K
eyless Entry and Starting, once it goes off,
starting is immediate, on the condition that the clutch
pedal remains pressed with a manual gearbox.
If the engine does not start, switch the ignition off and
then on, wait until the indicator lamp goes off again,
then start the engine.
Rear foglamp Fixed. The rear foglamp has been switched
on using the ring on the lighting
control stalk. Turn the ring on the lighting control stalk rear wards to
switch off the rear foglamp.
Green indicator lamps Blind spot
monitoring Fixed.
The system has been activated. For more information on the Blind spot monitoring
system, refer to the corresponding section.
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Hill Assist
DescentFixed.
The system has been activated, but
the conditions for regulation are not
met (gradient, speed too high, gear
engaged). Between 20 and 30
mph (35 and 50 km/h), the
system is selected but not active.
Reduce the speed of the vehicle.
Flashing. The system is regulating the speed
of the vehicle. The vehicle is being braked; the brake lamps come on
during the descent.
For more information on the Hill Assist Descent
function, refer to the corresponding section.
Stop & Star t Fixed.
When the vehicle stops (red lights, traffic
jams, etc.) the Stop & Start system puts
the engine into STOP mode.The warning lamp goes off and the engine restarts
automatically in START mode, as soon as you want
to move off.
Flashes for a few
seconds, then goes
of f. STOP mode is temporarily
unavailable.
or
START mode is invoked
automatically. For more information on Stop & Star t
, refer to the
corresponding section.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Action/Observations
Left-hand
direction
indicator Flashing with audible
signal.
The lighting control stalk has been
moved down.
Right-hand
direction
indicator Flashing with audible
signal.
The lighting control stalk has been
moved up.
Sidelamps Fixed. The lighting control stalk is in the
"Sidelamps" position.
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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
Warning lamps visible in a display Foot on brake Fixed. The brake pedal must be pressed.
With an electronic gearbox, selector in position N , press
the brake pedal to start the engine.
With an automatic gearbox, with the engine running,
press the brake pedal before releasing the parking
brake to unlock the selector and come out of position P .
If you wish to release the parking brake without pressing
the brake pedal, this warning lamp will remain on.
Flashing. With an electronic gearbox, if you
hold the vehicle on an incline using
the accelerator for too long, the
clutch overheats. Use the brake pedal and/or the parking brake.
Automatic
wiping Fixed.
The wiper control stalk has been
pushed down. Automatic front wiping is activated.
To deactivate automatic wiping, operate the control
stalk downwards or put the stalk into another position.
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Indicators
Coolant temperature gauge
With the engine running:
- i n zone A , the temperature is correct,
-
i
n zone B , the temperature is too high; this
warning lamp and the central STOP warning
lamp come on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by the display of a message
and an audible signal.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off the
engine.
After first switching off the ignition, open
the bonnet cautiously and check the
coolant level. For more information on Checking levels
,
refer to the corresponding section.
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CHECK
Resetting the service indicator
After each service, the service indicator must
be reset to zero.
If you have carried out the ser vice on your
vehicle yourself, switch off the ignition:
F
P
ress and hold this button.
F
S
witch on the ignition; the distance recorder
display begins a countdown.
F
W
hen the display indicates =0, release the
button; the spanner disappears.
If you have to disconnect the battery
following this operation, lock the vehicle
and wait at least five minutes for the reset
to be registered.
Retrieving the service
information
You can access the ser vice information at any
time. F
P
ress this button.
The ser vice information is displayed for a few
seconds, then disappears.
Engine oil level indicator
(Depending on version)
On versions fitted with an electric oil level
indicator, the state of the engine oil level is
displayed in the instrument panel for a few
seconds, after the servicing information.
The level read will only be correct if the
vehicle is on level ground and the engine
has been off for more than 30
minutes.
Oil level correct
Oil level insufficient
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
avoid damage to the engine.
For more information on Checking levels ,
refer to the corresponding section.
Oil level indicator fault
In the event of a fault with the electric
indicator, the oil level is no longer
monitored.
If the system is faulty, you must check the
engine oil level using the manual dipstick
located under the bonnet.
For more information on Checking levels ,
refer to the corresponding section.
AdBlue® liquid range
indicators
Once the AdBlue® tank is on reser ve or after
detection of a fault with the SCR emissions
control system, when the ignition is switched
on, an indicator displays an estimate of the
distance that can be covered, the range, before
engine starting is prevented.
In the event of simultaneous system fault and
low AdBlue
® level, the shortest range figure is
the one displayed.
This is indicated by the display of the "
Oil level
correct " message.
This is signalled by the display of the " Oil level
measurement invalid " message on the instrument
panel.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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CHECK
F You can access the information via the Driving/Vehicle
menu, by selecting " Driving
functions " then "Diagnostic ".When driving, this message is displayed
approximately every 200
miles (300 km) until
the liquid has been topped up.
The reser ve level has been reached; it is
recommended that you top up as soon as
possible.
It is recommended that you do not top up by
more than 10 litres of AdBlue.
For more information on AdBlue
® and
the SCR system , and, in particular,
on topping up the AdBlue
®, refer to the
corresponding section.
Range below 370 miles (600 km)
When driving, this message is displayed every
30 seconds until the AdBlue fluid has been
topped up.
It is essential to top up as soon as possible and
before the tank is completely empty; other wise
it will not be possible to restart the engine after
the next stop.
In the event of the risk of non-
starting related to a lack of
AdBlue
®
The engine start prevention system
required by regulations is activated
automatically once the AdBlue
® tank is
e m pt y.
Range greater than 1,500
miles (2,400 km)
When switching on the ignition, there is no
automatic display of range in the instrument
panel.
Pressing this button will temporarily display the
remaining range.
With touch screen
Remaining range between 1,500 and
370 miles (2,400 and 600 km)
When switching on the ignition, this
warning
lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible
signal and the display of a message (e.g. "NO
START IN 900
miles" or "Top up AdBlue: Starting
impossible in 900
miles") indicating the remaining
range expressed in miles or kilometres. When switching on the ignition, this warning lamp
flashes, accompanied by an audible signal and
the display of a message (e.g. "NO START IN
180
m
iles" or "Top up AdBlue: Starting impossible
in 180
miles") indicating the remaining range
expressed in miles or kilometres.
For more information on AdBlue®
(BlueHDi engines) and, in particular, on
topping up, refer to the corresponding
section.
Breakdown related to a lack of AdBlue®
When switching on the ignition, this warning lamp
flashes, together with an audible signal and the
display of the message "NO START IN 0
miles"
or "Top up AdBlue: Starting impossible".
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