warning Citroen C4 PICASSO 2008 1.G Owner's Guide

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If there is a malfunction, have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer.
The function displays the following types of message :Operation :
You have identifi ed a parking space :
1. Press button A to select the function.
2. Activate the direction indicator on the side where the space is to be measured.
3. During the measuring, go for-ward the length of the space, at a speed less than 20 km/h (approx. 12 mph), to prepare for your manœuvre.
The system then measures the size of the space.
4. The system informs you of the level of diffi culty of the manœuvre via a message on the multifunction screen ac-companied by a gong.
5. Depending on the message is-sued by the system, you may or may not be able to perform the manœuvre.
Parking possible
Parking diffi cult
Parking not advised
Note : The function deselects itself automatically :
- when you engage reverse gear,
- when you switch off the ignition,
- if measuring is not requested,
- within fi ve minutes of selection of the function,
- if the vehicle speed exceeds the threshold of 70 km/h (approx. 45 mph) for one minute.
Warning : if the lateral distance be-tween your vehicle and the parking space is too large, the system may not be able the measure the space.
Notes :
- The function remains available after each measurement and thus can measure more than one space during your search.
- In bad weather conditions or in winter, make sure that the sen-sors are not covered by dirt, or by ice or snow.
- The parking space sensor func-tion deactivates the front park-ing assistance during the space measuring phase when you are in forward gear.
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SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
The ESP system offers increased driving safety but is not in place to encourage the driver to take addi-tional 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 CITROËN’s as-parts and electronic components, components,
sembly and repair procedures.
After any collision, have this system checked by a CITROËN dealer.After any collision, have this system , have t
Electronic stability programme (ESP) and traction control (ASR)
These systems are closely connected to the ABS and additional to it. In the event of a loss of control of the vehicle by the driver, the ESP system acts automatically on one or more brakes and also on the engine to bring the vehicle back on trajectory. The ASR system optimises traction and prevents wheel spin by acting on the brakes of the driving wheels, as well as on the engine. It also improves steering stability during acceleration.
Operation :
When either the ESP or ASR system is in operation, the ESP/ASR warning lamp fl ashes.
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (vehicle stuck in snow, soft ground, e tc.) it may prove useful to deactivate the ESP/ASR system to allow the wheels to spin and thus regain traction.
- Press on control A, the ESP/ASR warning lamp and the control light up. The ESP/ASR systems are no longer active.
The ESP/ASR systems will activate again :
- Automatically after the ignition has been switched off.
- Automatically above a speed of 50 km/h (30 mph).
- Manually with a new press on control A.
Operational anomaly
If the systems malfunction, the ESP/ASR warning lamp comes on, ac-companied by a sound signal and a message on the multifunction display. Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the system checked.companied by a sound signal and a message on the multifunction by a sound
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Direction indicators
Left : downwards.
Right : upwards.
For a change of direction, operate the control stalk to go beyond the “tight spot”. It will revert automati-cally to its initial position with the return of the steering wheel.
Headlamp fl ash
Pull the control stalk towards you.
The headlamp fl ash is possible even with the ignition switched off.
Horn
Press at the lower part of the fi xed centred controls steering wheel.
Emergency activation of the hazard warning lamps
A heavy deceleration of the vehi-cle will cause the hazard lamps to activate automatically.
They will cease automatically on reacceleration of the vehicle or manually if you press on the hazard lamps button on the dashboard.
Driving with the hazard lamps activated renders the direction indicators inoperational.
Distress signal
The distress signal operates all the direction indicators simultaneously.
Only make use of this in a situa-tion of danger, for an emergency stop or if you fi nd yourself driving in exceptional weather conditions.
The distress signal will operate even with the ignition switched off.
S I G N A L L I N G
Sound signal for vehicle lamps left on
With the ignition switched off, the signal will activate when the driv-er’s door is opened, to indicate that lamps have been left on.
It will cease when the door is closed, the lamps switched off, or the ignition switched on again.
This signal is inactive if the auto-matic lighting of headlamps and /or the guide-me-home lighting are activated.

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Automatic photochromic interior rear view mirror
It modifi es its role automatically and progressively between day use and night use.
In order to prevent dazzle, the glass automatically darkens as a func-tion of the intensity of light coming from behind. It lightens as this di-minishes, thus giving you optimum visibility.
Operation
With the ignition on, press on con-trol 1. - Warning lamp 2 on : automatic mode. - Warning lamp 2 off : end of auto-matic mode. The glass remains in its lightest defi nition.
Note : For optimum visibility, the glass lightens automatically when you engage reverse gear.
The lever on the bottom edge of the interior rear view mirror enables it to be placed in two positions :
Day position : the lever is not visible.
Night position (anti-dazzle) : the lever is visible.
Permit reader
The athermic windscreen comprises a zone situated on either side of the base of the child mirror, to enable access permits to be read (e.g. mo-torway toll permit).
Child mirror
A child monitoring mirror is installed above the interior rear view mir-ror. This allows you to monitor the vehicle’s rear passengers, or it can facilitate conversation between the front and rear passengers without the need to move the rear view mir-ror. It can be folded away to elimi-nate dazzle.
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Stopping the function
- by an action on the control on position "REG" to position 0.
- by the engine stopping.
The cruise speed previously cho-sen is no longer memorised.
If there is a malfunction,a mes-sage will display accompanied by a sound signal and lighting of the SERVICE warning lamp.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
Cruise control should only be used when the driving conditions allow you to drive at a constant speed.
Do not use it in heavy traffi c, or on dangerous or slippery roads.
The driver must remain attentive and in full control of his vehicle.
You are recommended to keep your feet within range of the pe dals.
To avoid any risk of interfering with the pedals :
- check that the fl oor mat is correctly positioned,
- never use more than one fl oor mat.
Re-engaging cruise control
-by recall of the memorised speed :
After a disengagement, press on button 3. Your vehicle automati-cally returns to the memorised cruise speed which is displayed in zone A.
If the memorised cruise speed is higher than the current speed, the vehicle wll accelerate to reach the former.
- by selection of the current speed :
Press on button 2 or 4 once the desired speed has been reached.The information "OFF" will thendisappear from zone A.
Observation : If during the opera-tion of cruise control, the system is unable to keep within the memo-rised speed (for example on a steep descent), then the speed fl ashes. Adapt your speed as necessary.
Disengaging of cruise control while retaining the memorised speed
- Either by pressing on the brake pedal or on the clutch pedal.
- Or by pressing button 3.
- Or if either the ESP or the ASR system is active.
Note : cruise control is not active if the gear lever is in neutral.
These actions cause the informa-tion "OFF" to appear in zone A of the instrument panel.
These manœuvres do not cancel the cruise speed which remains displayed in the instrument panel.
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Stopping the function
- by an action on the control on position "LIM" to position 0.
- by the engine stopping.
The speed previously chosen is still memorised.
If there is a malfunction,a mes-sage will display accompanied by a sound signal and lighting of the SERVICE warning lamp.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
Temporary override of the maximum speed
The accelerator pedal is equipped with an end-of-travel switch. If you action this switch by pressing the pedal hard down, you can exceed the memorised maximum speed at any time.
During the time the speed is being exceeded, the displayed speed fl ashes.
You have only to release the ac-celerator pedal to return below the maximum speed and render the function active again.
Observation : If during the operation of the speed limiter, the system is unable to keep within the maximum speed (for example on a steep de-scent or under heavy acceleration) then the speed fl ashes. Adapt your speed as necessary.
The function will re-engage when your speed returns below the de-sired maximum speed.
Disengagement of the maximum speed
Press on button 3.
This action causes the information "OFF" to appear on the instru-ment panel screen.
Use of fl oor mats that are not approved by CITROËN may hinder access to the accelerator pedal and thus interfere with the func-tioning of the speed limiter.
To avoid any risk of interfering with the pedals :
- check that the fl oor mat is correctly positioned,
- never use more than one fl oor mat.
This action does not cancel the memorised maximum speed which remains displayed in zone A ofthe instrument panel.
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Complementary to the catalytic converter, this fi lter makes an active contribution to the preservation of air quality by the retaining of the unburnt pollutant particles. Black exhaust fumes are thus no longer emitted.
Clogging of the particle fi lter
If there is risk of clogging, a message appears on the multifun ction display, accompanied by a sound signal and lighting of the SERVICE warning lamp.
This alert tells you that the particle fi lter is starting to fi ll up (in conditions of urban driving of exceptionally lon g dura-tion: low speeds, traffi c jams etc.)
To regenerate the fi lter, it is advised to drive as soon as p ossible, when traffi c conditions permit, at a speed of 60 km/h (around 40 mph) or more for at least fi ve minutes (until t he alert message disappears).
If this alert persists, consult a CITROËN dealer.
Observation : After prolonged idling or driving at very low speeds, you may occa sionally notice water vapour be-ing emitted from the exhaust when accelerating. This is of no consequence to the running of the vehicle or to the environment.
Diesel fuel additive level
If the additive level becomes too low, a message appears on the multifunction display, accompanied by a sound signal and lighting of the SERVICE warning lamp. It is necessa ry to have the additive level topped up. Urgently consult a CITROËN dealer.signal and lighting of the SERlighting of

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This driving assistance device alerts you if you are wandering from your lane (continuous or dotted line marking on the road surface).
It is designed especially for use on motorways and dual carriage-ways, operating only at speeds above 80 km/h (approx. 50 mph).
Activation / Deactivation
A press on control A activates the function, the warning lamp on the control lights up.
A second press on control A de-activates the function, the warning lamp on the control goes out.
Whenever you start the engine, the mode (activated/deactivated), selected when you last switched off the engine, is retained.
The driver must still remain attentive and in complete control of the ve-hicle.
Operation
Provided you are travelling at over 80 km/h (approx. 50 mph), if you cross a lane marking, you are alerted by a vibration within the cushion of your seat :
- oriented to the right for crossing a lane marking to the right,
- oriented to the left for crossing a lane marking to the left.
The system does not alert you while your direction indicator is o perating, nor for about 20 seconds after your direction indicator has stopped.
Note : In the event of an electronic malfunction, a message is displayed, the SERVICE warning lamp comes on and a sound signal is heard. Con-tact a CITROËN dealer. warning lamp warning
Observations : This device is designed to identify traffi c lane markings.
In certain specifi c instances, it may trigger an unwanted alert, for example when you cross a direction arrow or some other random marking.
The effectiveness of the system may be temporarily affected by condi tions external to the vehicle :
• Detection of lanes made diffi cult by:
- Markings that are worn or erased.
- Insuffi cient contrast with the surface of the road.

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Proximity sensors are located in the front and rear bumpers of your vehicle.
Functioning
- When you engage reverse gear, a sound signal informs you that the system is active. The outline of your vehicle is displayed on the multi-function screen C or DT. Obstacles situated at the rear or in front of the vehicle will be detected.
- When you are moving forward, provided this is at a speed less than 10 km/h (approx. 6 mph), either in neutral or in gear, the outline on your vehicle is displayed on the screen as soon as an obstacle is dete cted in front of the vehicle. Obstacles located in front of the vehicle will be detected.
- In forward gear or in reverse gear, as the vehicle approaches the ob-stacle, the sound signal becomes more and more rapid and the ba rs are seen to move ever nearer to the vehicle.
- Whether in forward gear or in reverse gear, when theobstacle is close, the sound signal becomes continuous and the WARNING panel appears on the multifunction display.
Note : the sound signal is emitted by the loudspeakers that are nearest to the obstacle.
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Multifunction screen DT
Multifunction screen C
This system can in no way replace vigilance and responsibility on the part of the driver.
When you engage reverse gear, a short sound signal followed by a different sound signal accompanied by a message and the lighting of the SERVICE warning lamp, indi cates that there is a malfunction.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.

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Activation / Deactivation
You can activate/deactivate the parking assistance by pressing cont
rol A. If the parking assistance is inactive, the warning lamp is on.
Activation or deactivation of the parking assistance is memorised wh en you stop the vehicle.
Notes :
- The rear parking assistance is deactivated automatically if a trailer is attached to the vehicle. The fi tting of the towbar should be carried out by a CITROËN dealer.- The rear parking assistance is deactivated automatically if a trailer is attached to the vehicle. The fi tting of the - The rear parking assistance is deactivated automatically if a trailer is attached to the vehicle. The fi tting of the
- The proximity sensors will not be able to detect obstacles that are situated immediately below or abo ve the bumpers.
- A thin object such as a spike, or a bollard or other similar object, will be detected only at the start of the manœuvre, not when the vehicle has arrived up close.
- In bad weather or in winter, make sure that the sensors are n ot covered by dirt, or by ice or snow.
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