ESP CITROEN C3 PLURIEL 2007 Owners Manual

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Instrument panelControls panel
A. Rev counter.
B. Instrument panel screen.
C. Fuel gauge.
D. Dashboard lighting rheostat.
When the ignition is switched on, the orange and red warning lamps light up.
With the engine running, these warning lamps should go out.
If the warning lamps remain lit, re-fer to the appropriate page.
Warning lamps
The lighting of the warning lamp indicates the status of the corresponding function.
A. Activation of alarm.
B. Locking of electric rear windows.
C. Activation of overspeed alert.
D. Deactivation of ESP.
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ESP/ASR
It comes on for a few sec-onds each time you switch on the ignition.
If either of the ESP or ASR sys-tems is active, the warning lamp fl ashes.
For a malfunction
When the vehicle is moving, the lighting of this warning lamp indi-cates a system malfunction.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
Function deactivated
The warning lamp remains con-tinuously on.
Front passenger's air-bag deactivation
See “Airbags”.
It is tested briefl y on starting.
Airbag fault
See “Airbags”.
It is tested briefl y on starting.
W A R N I N G L A M P S
ABS system
The ABS warning lamp lights up when you switch on the ignition: it should go out after a few seconds.
If it does not go out, there could be a system malfunction.
See “Brakes”.
Diesel engine preheating
See method for starting the engine.
See “Driving”.
Left hand direction indi-cator
See “Signalling”.
Right hand direction indicator
See “Signalling”.
Foot on brake (Elec-tronic Gearbox System)
The fl ashing of this warn-ing lamp in the instrument panel indicates the need to apply the brake pedal in order to start the engine or engage reverse gear.
Sidelamps
See “Signalling”.
Front foglamps
See “Signalling”.
Dipped beams
See “Signalling”.
Foglamps (rear)
See “Signalling”.
Main beams
See “Signalling”.
If the hazard lamps are activated, this means that the direction indica-tors fl ash on both sides at the same time.

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M U L T I F U N C T I O N D I S P L A Y
D I S P L A Y C
The driver is recommended not to concern himself with the display controls while driving.1. Time.2. Outside temperature.3. Date - Display zone.
When the outside temperature is between +3 °C and –3 °C, the temperature display fl ashes (risk of ice).
ControlsA. Access to the “Main menu” of the display.B. Scroll through display menus.C. Validation and Selection in the menus, of the function chosen or value modifi ed.D. Cancellation of the operation or return to the previous display.E. Selection of the type of infor-mation you wish to see perma-nently displayed (date, radio-CD, trip computer) on the right of the screen.
Main Menu
Press on button A to bring up the “Main menu” of the multifunc-tion display. This menu gives you access to the following functions:
Radio-CD
(See radio-CD handbook).
Trip computer, giving you:Entering the distance to the destination
Access to the log of alerts (recall of the alerts sig-nalled previously.
Access to status of functions, for example activation/deacti-vation of automatic lighting of headlamps, ESP, windscreen wipers.



Personalisation - Confi g-uration, allowing you to activate or deactivate:The automatic guide-me-home lighting.Automatic lighting of headlamps.
And choosing:The brightness, the time, the date and the display units.
The display language.




Bluetooth® hands-free kit®
(See radio-CD handbook).
Note: The outside tem-perature displayed may be higher than the actual temperature if the vehicle is stationary in bright sun-light.

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G E N E R A L
Vehicle stationary, engine running
If the vehicle is stationary for a long time with the engine running, then the gearbox changes automat ically to neutral.
Stopping the engine
Before switching the engine off, you must choose:To leave the vehicle in neutral ; for that, place the leve r in position N.To leave the vehicle with a gear engaged (1st or 2nd or Rse); for that, place the gear lever in the respective posi-tion. In this case, the vehicle cannot be moved.
In all cases it is essential to apply the parking brake.
It is possible within a limited time to re-engage a gear, even if the engine is switched off.
Before any operation in the engine compartment, check that the gearbox is in neutral and that the parking brake is applied.
Acceleration
The accelerator pedal may have an end-of-travel switch. If so, to obtain extra acceleration you can action this switch by pressing the pedal hard down.
Starting on a gradient
If starting on a gradient, accelerate gradually while releasing the handbrake.
If you have had to stop on a gradient, you are recommended no t to use the accelerator to maintain the vehicle’s position.

In the event of prolonged slipping of the clutch, the driver is alerted by the vehicle vibrating. It is necessary to use the brakes to hold the vehicle.

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Operational anomaly
If the system is malfunctioning, the warning lamp ESP lights up in the instrument panel.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the system checked.
The ESP system offers increased driving safety but is not in place to encourage the driver to take additional risks or to drive at excessive speeds.
The functioning of this system is subject to compliance with the manufacturer’s recommendations on wheels (tyres and rims), brake parts and electronic components, as well as with the assembly and repair procedures approved by CITROËN.on wheels (tyres and rims), brake parts and electronic parts and electronic
After any collision, have this system checked by a CITROËN dealer.
E L E C T R O N I C S T A B I L I T Y
P R O G R A M M E ( E S P )
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (vehicle stuck in snow, soft ground, etc.) it may prove useful to deactivate the ESP systems to allow the wheels to spin and thus regain traction.Press button A.
The warning lamp associated with control A (AESP Off) lights up, as does the ESP warning lamp on the instrument panel.
The ESP system is no longer active.
The ESP system reactivates:Automatically after the ignition has been switched off.ally
Automatically when you drive at above approx. 50 km/h (approx. 3 0 mph).ally
Manually with another press on button allyA.




This system is associated with the ABS and in addition to the ABS. In the event of a loss of control of the vehicle by the driver, the ESP system acts automati-cally on one or more wheels and also on the engine to bring the vehicle back on trajectory.
Operation
The ESP warning lamp fl ashes in the instrument panel if the ESP system is cor-recting the vehicle's trajectory.

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Temporary override of the cruise speed
While cruise control is in operation, it is always possible to go above the cruise speed simply by pressing the ac cel-erator pedal (for example to overtake another vehic le). The speed displayed fl ashes. You have only to release the accelerator pedal to return to your cruise speed.
Remark: If during cruise control the system cannot keep to the cruise speed (e.g. on a steep descent), then the speed fl ashes. If necessary, brake to curb your speed.
Adjustment of the memorised speed while cruise control is in operation
To adjust the memorised speed, displayed in zone B, press:Button 4 to increase the speed.Button 2 to decrease the speed.
Remark: Successive presses will modify the cruise speed in steps of 1 km/h and a continuous press in steps of 5 km/h (3 mph) .
Disengagement of the memorised cruise speed.Either by pressing the brake pedal or the clutch pedal.Or by the ESP or ASR systems being active.
Or by pressing button 3.Note: Cruise control is deactivated if the gear lever is in neutral (position N)




Reactivation of cruise controlBy recalling the memorised speed:
Following a disengagement, press on control 3.Your vehicle automatically resumes the memorised cruise speed, which then displays on the screen in instrument panel B.
By selecting the current speed:
Give a short press on button 2 or 4, once the desired speed is reached.The information “OFF” then disappears from the dis-play.
If the memorised cruise speed is higher than the current speed, the vehicle will accelerate to match it.
To cancel the functionBy moving the control from the “CRUISE” position to the 0 position.Or stop the engine.
The speed that was chosen is no longer memorised.
Remark:
While cruise control is in operation, the displayed speed fl ashes if the memorised speed is exceeded.
If there is a malfunction, either the memorised speed or the dashes “- - -” will fl ash and the warning lamp “OFF” will come on permanently in the display.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.




These actions bring up the informa-tion “OFF” in the instrument panel display.
These actions do not cancel the cruise speed which remains displayed.
The driver still has to remain attentive and in complete control of his vehicle.
You are recommended to keep your feet within range of the pedals.
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S P E E D L I M I T E R
Disengagement of the maximum speed
Press button 3 located on the end of control A.
This action causes the information “OFF” to appear in the instrument panel screen.
The memorised speed remains displayed and is not cancelled.
Temporary override of the maximum speed
At any time, it is possible to go above the memorised maximum speed by pressing the accelerator pedal hard down past the tight spot.
While the memorised speed is being exceeded, the displayed speed fl ashes.
You have only to release the accelerator pedal to return below the maximum speed, to restore the function.
Remark: If during speed limitation the system cannot keep to the maxi mum speed (especially on a steep descent or if you accelerate too hard), the speed fl ashes. Adapt your speed as necessary.
The function will re-engage when your speed has returned below the desired maximum.
To cancel the functionBy moving the control from position “LIMIT” to position 0.Or stop the engine.
The speed that you chose is memorised.
If there is a malfunction, the memorised speed will fl ash and the warning lamp “OFF” will come on permanently in the display. Contact a CITROËN dealer.If there is a malfunction, the memorised speed will fl ash and the warning lamp “If there is a malfunction, the memorised speed will fl ash and the warning lamp “


A fl oor covering that is not recommended by CITROËN may slide underneath the accelerator pedal and thus prevent the tight spot from being crossed.
It will then be impossible to exceed the chosen speed, except by an action on the controls under the steering wheel.
The driver still has to remain attentive and in complete control of his vehicle.

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C H I L D R E S T R A I N T S
The RÖMER Duo ISOFIX (1):
This child seat is approved for children from 9 to 18 kg. It must be installed only in the “forward-facing” position. The use of the top belt, called Top Tether, is not necessary. If the RÖMER Duo ISOFIX is installed in a rear only in the “forward-facing” position. The use of the top belt, called Top position.
seat position, the corresponding front seat should be adjuste d so that the child’s feet are not touching the front seat backrest.
These child seats can also be installed in seat positions that are not equipped with ISOFIX anchorages. In this case, they must be secured to the vehicle seat by means of the vehicle seat belt.
(1) On the ISOFIX anchorages, only the isofi x child seats that are specifi -cally approved for your vehicle are authorised.
Child seats secured by means of the vehicle seat belt
In conformity with Directive 2000/3, the table tells you to what extent each of the seat positions in your vehicle may take a child seat tha t is secured by means of the vehicle seat belt and approved as “Universal” as a f unction of the weight of the child.
Seat position(s)Weight of child
< 13 kg(groups 0 and 0+)9 - 18 kg (group 1)15 - 25 kg (group 2)22 - 36 kg (group 3)
Front passenger’s (a)UUUU
RearUUUU
KEY TO THE TABLEU: Seat position suitable for the installation of a universal rear-facing child seat and a universal forward-facing child sea t posi-tion.(a): In the front passenger&#39;s seat position, it is imperative to deactivate the front passenger&#39;s airbag if you are installing a “rear-fac-ing” child seat there. Otherwise the child risks being killed o r seriously injured should the airbag deploy.
Take care to comply with the fi tting instructions given in the child seat manufacturer’s installation guide.
ISOFIX anchoring points and the ISOFIX fastening system
The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with ISOFIX anchoring points. These consist of 2 rings located between the backrest and the vehicle seat, approx. 28 cm apart.
ISOFIX child seats are equipped with 2 latches which are eay to attach to these rings.
Incorrect installation of a child seat in a vehicle compromises protec-tion of the child in the event of a collision.
The ISOFIX system enables you to minimise the risks posed by incor-rect fi tting. The ISOFIX fastening system gives you a convenient, strong and reliable fi tting for a child seat in your vehicle.
The ISOFIX child seats approved (1) for your vehicle are:
The KIDDY ISOFIX (1):
Only the “forward-facing” position, for a child of 9 to 18 kg, should be used on your vehicle’s ISOFIX anchorages. In this case, adjust the corresponding front seat as far forward as possible.

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1. Interior lamps
Move the control 1 to the 3 following positions.
Automatic lighting of the interior lampsOn entering the vehicle:
They come on as soon as the vehicle is unlocked or a door is opened.They go out 30 seconds after the doors are closed or when ignition is switched on.
On vacating the vehicle:They come on as soon as the ignition key is removed (timed for 30 seconds), or when a door is opened.
They go out 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed or immediately after the vehicle has been locked.
2. Spotlamps
A press on one of the buttons 2 switches the corresponding spotlamp on or off.
These do not work if the ignition is off or in economy mode.


In this position, the interior lamp comes on when you open a door or the boot.
In this position, it is deactivated and remains permanently off. The spotlamps are deactivated.
In this position, lighting is permanent.

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PAY ESPECIAL ATTENTION TO WHERE CHILDREN ARE WHEN OPERATING THE SUN ROOF
Always remove the ignition key when leaving the vehicle, even if for a short time.
In the event of anything being caught by the sun ro of closing, you must reverse the roof movement.
To do that, reverse the position of the control concerned.
When the driver is operating the sun roof, he or she must always make sure that the passengers are not preventing it from closing properly.
The driver must ensure that passengers use the sun roof control correctly.
If making repeated movements, you are advised to have the engine running in order to avoid discharging the battery.
Safety devices for prevention of damage to the soft roof:It is impossible to slide the soft roof when the rear screen is open or not properly closed.
The rear screen opening control is inoperational while the so ft roof is sliding.It is impossible to slide the soft roof when the vehicle is travelling at high speed.
Stowing of the rear cassette is possible only if the roof is fully slid onto the rear screen.
Sliding of the roof is possible only if the cassette is correctly secured in the high position on the arches, and down against the CITROËN lettering. See the change from Cabriole t to Saloon confi guration.Sliding of the roof is possible only if the cassette is correctly secured in the high position on roof is possible
If a command on your part is not obeyed, you hear 3 beeps.
Maintenance of the sliding soft roof:If washing the roof with a high pressure jet (90 bars), keep the jet nozzle at least 40 cm away from the vehicle.If washing by hand, use a sponge or soft brush wth soapy wate r.
Never use detergents or products that are corrosive, or acetone or alcohol based products.
See USER PRECAUTIONS.
Never open the rear screen if the roof is partially slid onto the rear screen. To prevent any damage to the soft roof slide rails, make sure that they remain clean and free of sand, dust, etc.






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