warning Citroen C4 DAG 2008.5 1.G User Guide (282 Pages)

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"Foot on brake" The ﬂ ashing of this warning
lamp on the display informs
you that you need to press
the brake pedal in order to
be able to start the engine on a ve-
hicle with the (6-speed) Electronic
Gearbox System, or to move out of
position P in the case of an automat-
ic gearbox.
It may also ﬂ ash to prompt you to
brake when engaging reverse gear.
In the case of the Electronic Gearbox
System, this warning lamp ﬂ ashes to
indicate overheating of the clutch if
you use the accelerator excessively
to hold the vehicle on an uphill slope.
Use the brake pedal instead.
Electric child lock
If lit, the child lock is acti-
vated. This warning lamp is
displayed for a few seconds
after the function is activated. Deactivation warning lamps
If one of the following warning lamps
comes on, this conﬁ rms that the
corresponding system has been
switched off intentionally.
Passenger's air bag system
deactivation
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 cen-
tre of the fascia, permits deactiva-
tion of the system. This is conﬁ rmed
by continuous lighting of this warn-
ing lamp and of the indicator light on
the button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically. Warning lamps
Diesel engine pre-heating
Wait until this has gone out before
operating the starter.
The passenger's air bag
system is put into service
automatically when the ve-
hicle is started.
A speciﬁ c control, located in the glove
box, permits deactivation of the sys-
tem. This is conﬁ rmed by continuous
lighting of this warning lamp on the
instrument panel or a message on
the NaviDrive multifunction screen. When the engine is running or the
vehicle is moving, the lighting of
one of the following warning lamps
indicates the occurrence of a fault
requiring action on the part of the
driver.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning lamp must be investi-
gated further by reading the associ-
ated message on the multifunction
display.
Should you encounter any prob-
lems, do not hesitate to contact a
CITROËN dealer.

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I N S T R U M E N T S a n d C O N T R O L S Maximum 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.
Low fuel level When the tank is full, all the
bars are lit.
If the fuel low warning lamp
comes on accompanied by
an audible signal and a message on
the multifunction screen, there are ap-
proximately 7 litres of fuel remaining
in the tank and 2 or 3 bars are lit.
When the last bar goes out, there
are approximately 2 litres of fuel re-
maining in the tank.
Lighting is associated
with the lighting of an-
other warning lamp:
Service If this comes on, it indi-
cates the occurrence
of a problem in one
of the systems which
does not have a spe-
ciﬁ c warning lamp.
It is accompanied by a message on
the multifunction display.
The warning lamp comes on tempo-
rarily in the case of minor faults.
In the case of major faults, the warn-
ing lamp remains on until the op-
erating fault is rectiﬁ ed. Contact a
CITROËN dealer as soon as pos-
sible. Braking
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
one of the braking systems:
- signiﬁ cant drop in the ﬂ uid level in the circuit,
- electronic brake force distribu- tion (EBFD) faulty (simultane-
ous lighting of the ABS warning
lamp),
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been de-
activated, if this warning lamp and
the indicator lamp on the button
come on continuously, this indi-
cates the occurrence of a fault in the
ESP/ASR system or in the hill start
assistance. Engine autodiagnostics system
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
the engine management
system.
If it ﬂ ashes, it indicates the occur-
rence of a fault in the emission con-
trol system.
Central alert
- punctured wheel,
- braking,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
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 op-
eration of the vehicle's servo-assist-
ed braking system.

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Airbags If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
one of the airbag or seat belt
pretensioner systems.
Door open
A door, the boot or the bonnet
is open:
- if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h), this warning lamp
comes on continuously.
- if the speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h), this warning lamp
comes on continuously, accom-
panied by an audible signal. Seat belt not fastened/
unfastened
Driver's seat belt not fas-
tened:
- The warning lamp comes on if the driver's seat belt is not fastened
when the ignition is switched on
and between 0 and 20 km/h (ap-
prox. 12 mph).
- Above 20 km/h (approx. 12 mph), the warning lamp ﬂ ashes for ap-
proximately 120 seconds, ac-
companied by an audible signal.
It then remains on.
Front passenger and rear passen-
ger seat belts not fastened:
- When the ignition is switched on, the warning lamp always comes
on if the passenger's seat belt is
not fastened.
It goes off when the engine is running,
doors closed and after 30 seconds.
- If a seat belt is unfastened, the warning lamp comes on between
0 and 20 km/h (approx. 12 mph).
- Above 20 km/h (approx. 12 mph), the warning lamp ﬂ ashes for ap-
proximately 120 seconds, ac-
companied by an audible signal. Maintenance indicator
System which informs the driver
when the next service is due, in ac-
cordance with the manufacturer's
servicing schedule.
The point at which the service is due
is calculated from the last indicator
zero reset. It is determined by two
parameters:
- the distance travelled,
- the time elapsed since the last
service.

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C O M F O R T
MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING

Air ﬂ ow to the face level
vents.
1 - Adjustment of the air
distribution

Demisting - Defrosting.

Flow to the windscreen
and front side windows.

Distribution to the
windscreen, side
windows and footwells.

Flow to front and rear
passenger footwells.
Distribution from the air blower can
be altered at will by placing the dis-
tribution control 1 in an intermediate
position. 2 - Air recirculation
3 - Heater blower control
The air blower operates only when
the engine is running. For optimum
comfort in the passenger compart-
ment, the control should not remain
in position
0 (position 1 minimum ).
4 - Temperature control
The heating/ventilation and manual
air conditioning systems can only
function with the engine running. This position is for exclud-
ing disagreeable odours
or emissions coming from
outside the cabin. With a
press on control 2 , the entry of air
from outside is closed off, the lamp
comes on.
This should be cancelled as soon as
possible to prevent misting and to
allow fresh air into the cabin.
To deactivate air recirculation, press
again on control 2 , the warning lamp
goes out. 5 - Rear screen demisting
Can only be operated with the en-
gine running.
One press on control 5 acti-
vates the electric demisting
of the rear screen and, ac-
cording to version, the exte-
rior rear view mirrors. The warning
lamp comes on.
It switches off automatically to avoid
excessive power consumption.
One press stops the demisting.
A further press starts it again.
If the engine is stopped before the
end of demisting, the operation will
resume the next time the engine is
started.
6 - Air conditioning
The air conditioning will only operate
when the engine is running.
Press on control 6 The warn-
ing lamp comes on.
For air conditioning, the air
blower control 3 must not be
on position "0" .
Air conditioning is obtained by mix-
ing the warm air with refrigerated air.
The temperature control 4 adjusts
the air conditioning provided the
control 6 is operational.

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7 - Air flow
Heater blower speed: press button: 9 - Demisting - deicing of the
rear screen
To increase it
To decrease it.
The level of air ﬂ ow is represented
on the display by the progressive ﬁ ll-
ing of the fan blades.
A press on the control 7 deactivates
the "AUTO" function. To restart it,
press again on the control AUTO .
To avoid condensation and poor air
quality in the passenger compart-
ment, it is recommended always to
maintain a sufﬁ cient ﬂ ow of air. 8 - Demisting - deicing of the
windscreen and front side
windows
While it is operating, the
warning lamp lights and the
symbol appears on the mul-
tifunction screen.
This control is for rapid deicing or
demisting of the windscreen, acting
automatically on the air blower ﬂ ow,
air distribution, air conditioning and
air entry.
To stop it, press again on control 8
or on the control AUTO .
You should not have air recirculation
selected. When this function is work-
ing, the warning lamp comes
on and the symbol appears
on the multifunction screen.
This control is for rapid deicing or
demisting of the rear screen.
It switches off automatically to avoid
excessive consumption of power.
To stop it, press again on the control 9 .

Press AUTO to return the system
to
automatic
operation
.

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Removing the seat base
To increase the load space, the rear
seats are removable.

 detach one of the pivots from its
ﬁ xing,

 disengage the other pivot to re-
move the seat assembly. Folding the backrest

 stow the head restraints,

 press on control A located on the
side of the backrest,

 tilt fully forwards.
When returning the seat backrest to
the normal position, ensure that it
locks into place: the red warning in-
dicator, located on the control, must
not be visible.
When you are handling the rear
seats, avoid trapping the seat belts
and make sure that the belt buckles
are positioned correctly.

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A C C E S S
Deadlocking using the key

 Turn the key to the right in the
driver’s door lock to lock the ve-
hicle completely and hold it in
this position for more than two
seconds to close the windows
automatically in addition to locking.

 Turn the key to the right again
within ﬁ ve seconds to deadlock
the vehicle.
Deadlocking is conﬁ rmed by ﬁ xed
lighting of the direction indicators for
approximately two seconds.
According to version, the exterior
mirrors fold at the same time. Deadlocking renders the exterior and
interior door controls inoperative.
It also deactivates the manual central
control button.
Therefore, never leave anyone inside
the vehicle when it is deadlocked.

 First press button A to fold the
key.
Locating your vehicle

 Press the closed padlock to locate
your locked vehicle in a car park.
This is indicated by lighting of the
courtesy lights and ﬂ ashing of the di-
rection indicators for a few seconds. Guide-me-home lighting
A press on button
B operates the
guide-me-home lighting (lighting of
the sidelamps and dipped beams for
approximately one minute).
A second press before the end of the
timing cancels the guide-me-home
lighting.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip
which has a special code. When the
ignition is switched on, this code
must be recognised in order for
starting to be possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser
locks the engine management sys-
tem a few minutes after the ignition
is switched off and prevents starting
of the engine by anyone who does
not have the key.
In the event of a mal-
function, you are in-
formed by lighting of
this warning lamp, an
audible signal and a message on
the multifunction screen.
In this case, your vehicle does not
start; contact a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.
Folding the key
Deadlocking using the
remote control

 Press the closed pad-
lock to lock the vehicle
completely or press the
closed padlock for more
than two seconds to
close the windows au-
tomatically in addition to
locking.

 Press the closed padlock again
within ﬁ ve seconds to deadlock
the vehicle.

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STARTING
1. "S": Steering lock
To unlock the steering, gently move
the steering wheel while turning the
key, without forcing it.
2. "M": Drive position
Depending on the version of your
vehicle, the orange and red warning
lamps should also come on for a short
time.
3. "D": Starter
Release the key as soon the engine
has started.
If the ﬁ rst attempt fails, switch off the
ignition. Wait ten seconds then operate
the starter again. Steering lock

1. "
S": After removing the key, turn
the steering wheel to lock the steer-
ing. The key can only be removed in
position S .

2. "M": Ignition switched on, the
steering is unlocked (by turning the
key to position M , move the steering
wheel gently if necessary).

3. "D": Starter position.
Never turn the key to this position
when the engine is running.
Key in ignition buzzer
If you forget to remove the key from
the ignition, a buzzer sounds when
the driver’s door is opened.
DO NOT RUN THE ENGINE IN AN
ENCLOSED SPACE OR WHERE
THERE IS INSUFFICIENT
VENTILATION.

IT IS ESSENTIAL ALWAYS TO
KEEP THE ENGINE RUNNING
IN ORDER TO RETAIN BRAKING
AND STEERING ASSISTANCE .

NEVER REMOVE THE IGNITION
KEY BEFORE THE VEHICLE
HAS COME TO A COMPLETE
STOP.
Vehicles equipped with a
turbocharger
Never stop the engine without having
allowed it to run for a few seconds at
idle, this being the time required for
the turbocharger to return to a normal
speed.
Flicking the accelerator at the mo-
ment of switching off the ignition
could cause serious damage.

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