warning Citroen C3 PICASSO DAG 2008.5 1.G Owner's Manual

FAMILIARISATION
MONITOR THOROUGHLY
Translucent digital indicator Controls bar

A. With the ignition on, the level of fuel
remaining is displayed on the digital
indicator.

B. With the ignition on, the oil level in-
dicator should display "OIL OK" for
a few seconds.
If the levels are not correct, top up the
levels which are low. Lighting of the indicator light indicates
the status of the corresponding func-
tion.

A. Deactivation of the ESP/ASR system.


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B. Deactivation of the audible and/or
visual parking assistance.


 107

C. Central locking.


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With the ignition on, the orange and red
warning lights come on.
With the engine running, these warning
lights should switch off almost immedi-
ately, with the exception of the warning
light
C (passenger's front air bag acti-
vated) which switches off after approxi-
mately one minute.
If warning lights remain on, refer to the
page concerned.
Warning lights


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FAMILIARISATION KEEP YOUR PASSENGERS SAFE
Passenger's front air bag Electric child lock

1. Insertion of the key.

2. Selection of the position:
"OFF" (disarming), with "rear fac-
ing" child seat,
"ON" (activation), with front passen-
ger or "forwards facing" child seat.

3. Removal of the key keeping the
switch in this position. Lighting of the indicator light indicates
the status of the corresponding func-
tion.

A. Activation of the electric child lock.

A. Front and/or rear seat belts not fas-
tened/unfastened warning light.

B. Front left seat belt warning light.

C. Front right seat belt warning light.

D. Rear right seat belt warning light.

E. Rear centre seat belt warning light.

F. Rear left seat belt warning light.

G. Passenger's front air bag disarmed
warning light.

H. Passenger's front air bag activated
warning light.
Seat belts and passenger's front air
bag


 94


 98

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
The warning lights may come on
continuously or fl ash.
Certain warning lights may come
on in two different modes. Only by
relating the type of lighting to the
operating status of the vehicle can
it be ascertained whether the situ-
ation is normal or whether a fault
has occurred.
Indicator and warning lights
Visual indicators informing the driver
that a system is in operation (operation
or deactivation indicator lights) or of the
occurrence of a fault (warning light).
Associated warnings
The switching on of certain warning lights
may be accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction display.
Operation indicator lights
If one of the following indicator lights comes on, this co
nfi rms that the correspond-
ing system has come into operation.
Left-hand direction indicator.
Sidelamps.
Handbrake applied.
Main beam headlamps.
Dipped headlamps.
Front fog lamps.
Coolant temperature.
If lit, this indicates that the en-
gine is cool. Right-hand direction
indicator.
When the ignition is switched on
The warning lights come on for a few
seconds when the vehicle's ignition is
switched on.
When the engine is started, these warn-
ing lights should switch off.
If they remain on, before moving off,
consult the warning light concerned.
Diesel engine pre-heating.
Wait until this is switched off be-
fore operating the starter.
Rear fog lamp.
Electric child lock.
If lit, the child lock is activated.
This warning light is displayed a
few seconds after the function
is activated.

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
Deactivation warning lights
If one of the following warning lights
comes on, this confi rms that the corre-
sponding system has been switched off
intentionally. Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) deactivation.
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
A specifi c button, located in the centre
of the fascia, permits deactivation of the
system. This is confi rmed by continu-
ous lighting of this warning light and of
the indicator light on the button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically.
Passenger's air bag system
deactivation.
The passenger's air bag system
is put into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A specifi c control, located on
the passenger's side of the fascia, per-
mits deactivation of the system. This is
confi rmed by continuous lighting of this
warning light on the instrument panel or
on the seat belt and passenger's front
air bag warning lights display.
Do not install a "rearwards facing"
child seat when the front passenger
airbag is activated, or the child risks
being killed or seriously injured. When the front passenger air-
bag is activated, this warning
light comes on on the instrument
panel or in the front passenger
seat belt and airbag warning
light display for about a minute.

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
When the engine is running or the vehi-
cle is moving, the lighting of one of the
following warning lights indicates the
occurrence of a fault requiring interven-
tion on the part of the driver.
Central alert.
Lighting is associated with
the displaying of another
warning light:
- braking,
- power steering,
- engine oil pressure,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible. Service.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a problem
in one of the systems which
does not have a specifi c
warning light.
In order to identify it, consult the mes-
sage on the multifunction display.
Check:
- the engine oil level,
- the screenwash fl uid level,
- the remote control battery,
- the condition of the bulbs.
For any other situations, contact a
CITROËN dealer.
The illumination of this warning light
may also indicate that the (Diesel) par-
ticle fi lter is starting to get clogged up,
due to specifi c extended urban driving
conditions: low speed, congestion, etc.
In order to regenerate the fi lter, you are
advised to drive, once traffi c conditions
allow, at a speed of 40 mph (60 km/h)
or above for at least 5 minutes (until the
warning light goes out). Braking.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the braking systems:
- signifi cant drop in the level in the circuit,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous lighting
of the ABS warning light),
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
When the vehicle is moving, check that
the handbrake is fully released.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning light must be the sub-
ject of further diagnostics by read-
ing the associated message on the
multifunction display.
Should you encounter any prob-
lems, do not hesitate to contact a
CITROËN dealer.
Warning lights
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the anti-
lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent opera-
tion of the vehicle's assisted braking.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deactivated,
if this warning light and the indicator light
on the button come on continuously, this
indicates the occurrence of a fault in the
ESP/ASR system.
If the warning light remains on,
contact your CITROËN dealer.

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS Engine autodiagnostics
system.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the en-
gine management system.
If it fl ashes, it indicates the occurrence of
a fault in the emission control system.
Low fuel level.
If this comes on, it indicates that
you only have enough fuel left
to drive approximately 30 miles
(50 km).
The capacity of the tank is approximately
50 litres.
Coolant temperature.
If this comes on, it indicates that
the temperature in the cooling
system is too high.

Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Wait for a few minutes before switching
off the engine.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
After a few minutes driving, the tempera-
ture and the pressure rise in the cooling
system. Air bags.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the air bag or seat belt preten-
sioner systems.
Power steering.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
the power steering. Get to
a CITROËN dealership as safely as
possible.
Door open.
A door or the boot is open:
Battery charge.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
battery charging circuit (dirty or
loose terminals, slack or cut alternator
belt...). Engine oil pressure.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the en-
gine lubrication circuit. Stop the
vehicle immediately and as safely as
possible.
To top up the level:

 wait for the engine to cool down,

 unscrew the cap by 2 turns to allow
the pressure to fall,

 when the pressure has fallen, re-
move the cap,

 top up the level to the "MAXI" mark.
Seat belt not fastened/
unfastened.
If this comes on, it indicates
that the driver and/or the front
passenger has not fastened or has un-
fastened his seat belt.
It also indicates that one or more rear
passengers have unfastened their seat
belt.
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if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h),
this warning light comes on continuously.
- if the speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h), this warning light comes
on continuously, accompanied by an
audible signal.

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more
than 15 minutes.
Engine oil level indicator
System which informs the driver of the
validity or invalidity of the engine oil
level.
This information is indicated for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
on, after the service information.
Oil level correct
Lack of oil
Oil level gauge fault
Dipstick
This is indicated by the fl ashing of

"OIL" , linked with the service warning
light, accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction dis-
play.
If the lack of oil is confi rmed by a check
using the dipstick, it is essential that the
level is topped up to prevent damage to
the engine.
This is indicated by the fl ashing of "OIL--" .
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Refer to the "Checks" section to locate
the dipstick and the oil fi ller cap on your
engine.
There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:
- A = max; never exceed
this level,
- B = min; top up the level
via the oil fi ller cap, us-
ing the type of oil suited
to your engine.

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MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAYS
Displays on the screen
This displays the following information:
- the time,
- the date,
- the outside temperature (this fl ashes if there is a risk of ice),
- the status of the accesses (doors, boot, etc.),
- the trip computer (refer to the end of the section).
Warning messages or information mes-
sages may appear temporarily. These
can be cleared by pressing the "ESC"
button.
(WITHOUT AUDIO EQUIPMENT)
Controls General menu
There are three display control buttons:
- "ESC" to abandon the operation in
progress,
- "MENU" to scroll through the men-
us or sub-menus,
- "OK" to select the menu or sub-
menu required.
 Press the "MENU" button to scroll
through the various menus of the

general menu :
- vehicle confi guration,
- options,
- display settings,
- languages,
- units.

 Press the "OK" button to select the
menu required.

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MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAYS
MONOCHROME SCREEN A
(WITH AUDIO EQUIPMENT)
Controls
Displays on the screen
This displays the following information:
- the time,
- the date,
- the outside temperature (this fl ashes if there is a risk of ice),
- the status of the accesses (doors, boot...),
- the audio sources (radio, CD...),
- the trip computer (refer to the end of the section).
Warning messages or information mes-
sages may appear temporarily. These
can be cleared by pressing the "ESC"
button. General menu

 Press the "MENU" button to gain
access to the general menu , then
press the "  " or "  " buttons to
scroll through the various menus:
- radio-CD,
- vehicle confi guration,
- options,
- display settings,
- languages,
- units.

 Press the "OK" button to select the
menu required.
From the audio equipment control pan-
el, you can:

 press the "MENU" button to gain
access to the general menu ,

 press the "  " or "  " buttons to scroll
through the items on the screen,

 press the "MODE" button to change
the permanent application (trip com-
puter, audio source ...),

 press the "  " or "  " buttons to
change a setting value,

 press the "OK" button to confi rm,
or

 press the "ESC" button to abandon
the operation in progress. Radio-CD
With the audio equipment switched on,
once the "Radio-CD" menu has been
selected you can activate or deactivate
the functions linked with use of the radio
(RDS, REG) or the CD (introscan, shuf-
fl e, CD repeat).
For further details concerning the "Radio-
CD" application, refer to the Audio system
part of the "Audio and Telematics" section.

MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAYS
MONOCHROME SCREEN
A LINKED TO THE MYWAY
SYSTEM COLOUR SCREEN
General menu
Displays on screen A
This displays the following information:
- the outside temperature (this fl ash- es if there is a risk of ice),
- the trip computer (refer to the end of the section).
Warning messages or information mes-
sages may appear temporarily. These
can be cleared by pressing the "ESC"
button. Controls
There are three display control buttons:
- "ESC" to abandon the operation in
progress,
- "MENU" to scroll through the men-
us or sub-menus,
- "OK" to select the menu or sub-
menu required.
 Press the "MENU" button to scroll
through the various menus of the

general menu :
- vehicle confi guration,
- options,
- languages,
- units.

 Press the "OK" button to select the
menu required.
Vehicle confi guration
Once the "Vehicle confi guration" menu
has been selected, you can activate or
deactivate the following equipment:
- wiper linked with reverse gear (refer to the "Visibility" section),
- "guide-me-home" lighting (refer to the "Visibility" section),