wheel Citroen C4 PICASSO 2008 1.G Owner's Manual

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B O O T
C4 PicassoGrand C4 Picasso
Portable lamp
Pneumatic rear suspension Allows the height of the rear of the vehicle to be adjusted
Access to spare wheel
PUNCTURE REPAIR KIT
Depending on model, the puncture repair kit is located either in the boot well or in the compart-ment under the left hand second-row passenger (open the fl ap by turning the screw a quarter turn).
This puncture repair kit is a complete system for a temporary repair ; it is made up of a compres-sor and a setting product.
Luggage cover blindLuggage cover in two sections
Portable lamp

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D A S H B O A R D
Driver’s air conditioning controls
Manual and automatic gearbox controls
Automatic electronic parking brake controlInstrument panel Passenger’s air conditioning controls
Scented air freshener
Refrigerated storage
Radio-CD
Fixed centred controls steering wheel
Gear control leversSelector

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G E T T I N G S T A R T E D
Adjusting the steering wheel
The steering wheel can be adjusted in terms of height and reach.
Unlock the steering wheel by pull-ing control A towards you.
Adjust the position of the steer-ing wheel then lock it pushing the control back fully.
Automatic photochromic interior rear view mirror
This modifi es its role automatically and progressively between day use and night use.
It can be deactivated using control 1.
Child mirror (2)
This allows you to monitor the rear passengers. It can be folded away to eliminate dazzle.
Rear view mirrors adjustment
This operates with the ignition switched on.
From the driver’s seat, select the rear view mirror by moving control 1 to the left or right, then adjust the rear view mirror as required in the 4 directions using control 2.
Demisting-deicing of the rear view mirrors is linked to that of the rear screen.
Rear view mirrors foldback
When the vehicle is parked, the rear view mirrors can be folded back either manually or automati-cally.For safety reasons, these ad-justments must not be carried out whilst driving.

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The (6-speed) electronic gearbox offers you a choic
e of two driving modes :
- automatic mode,
- manual mode, with levers under the steering wheel 1.
Mode selection :
- automatic mode : selector 2 in position A.
- manual mode : selector 2 in position M.
Note : in automatic mode, instant manual operation is possible any time you action one of the levers 1.
Selection position
-The selector position is displayed in the instrument panel, on the left on multifunction screens A and C and on the right on multifunction screen DT.
-A background-litposition grille associated with the selector allows you to view the position selected.
When the ignition is on, lighting of the SERVICE wa rning lamp, accompanied by a sound signal and the message “Gearbox faulty” indicates a malfunctio n.
Urgently contact a CITROËN dealer.
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To select manual mode :
- Move the selector to po-sition M.
Controls under the steering wheel
The levers under the steering wheel give you access to all the six forward gears.
To change gear :
- Pull the lever “+” to change up a gear.
- Pull the lever “-” to change down a gear.
Note : The levers do not permit you to select neutral or reverse gear, or to exit reverse gear.
In situations of high engine speeds (heavy acceleration), a change up will not occur unless the driver ac-tions this on the lever controls.
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Observations :
- If the vehicle stops or reduces speed (for example when ap-proaching a stop sign), the gear-box changes down automatically to fi rst gear.
- In manual mode, it is not neces-sary to release the accelerator completely during gear changes.
- A request to change gear is ac-cepted only if the engine speed permits it.
- For safety reasons, depending on the engine speed, a change down may be performed auto-matically.

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Park
Never select positions P or R if the vehicle is not stationary.
If, while the vehicle is moving, position N is engaged inadvertently, allow the engine to idle before engaging position D or M.
Using the automatic gearbox
This position of the selector is used to prevent the vehicle from moving when you are stationary.
- To select position P, move the selector back to the highest po-sition (towards R), then push it forwards and then to the left.
Reverse gear
Neutral
Starting the engine
1. To start the engine, the selector has to be in position P or N.
2. Action the starter.
3. When the engine is running, place the selector on R, D or M as required.
4. Check, in the instrument panel, the position engaged.
5. Release the brake pedal and accelerate.
Note :
- If the selector is not in position P, a message “place automatic gear-box in position P” appears on the multifunction screen, accompa-nied by a beep and the fl ashing of P in the instrument panel.
A U T O M A T I C G E A R B O XG E N E R A L
- To avoid incoherence between the position of the selector and the actual position of the gear-box, always exit from position Pwhen you switch on the ignition and press the brake pedal.
Otherwise, when the ignition is on or the engine is running :
1. Reposition the selector in position P,
2. Put your foot on the brake pedal and then select the gear you want.
- To exit position P, move the se-lector to the right and then to the position you want.
- Only engage this position when the vehicle is completely sta-tionary. In this position, the front wheels are locked. Make sure that the selector is correctly po-sitioned.
Only engage this position when the vehicle is stationary. To pre-vent snatching, do not accelerate too soon after selection.
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IIABS - Anti-lock braking system
This system enhances your safety by preventing the wheels from locking under heavy braking or in conditions of poor road adherence.
It enables you to retain control of the steering.
The operating capacity of all the electrical components that are essential to the ABS system is checked by an electrical monitoring system before and during your journey. The ABS warning lamp comes on when you switch on the ignition and should go out after a few seconds.
If the warning lamp does not go out, this means that the ABS has discon-nected as a result of a malfunction. Also, if the warning la mp lights up dur-ing a journey, it means that the ABS system is inactive. In eith er case, the normal braking system remains fully effective, as on a non-ABS vehicle.
However, to restore the safety associated with the correct operat ion of the ABS, the vehicle should be examined as soon as possible by a CITR OËN However, to restore the safety associated with the correct operation of the operation of the
dealer.
On slippery surfaces (gravel, snow, ice, etc.), driving carefully is sti ll es-sential.
Emergency braking assistance system
In an emergency, this system enables you to achieve the optimum braking pressure more quickly, thereby reducing the stopping distance. It deploys according to the speed of your action on the brake pedal, reducing the resistance to that action.
To prolong the effect of the emergency braking assistance, simply keep your foot on the brake pedal.
B R A K E S
State of wear of brake pads, discs and drums
Brake pad wear varies according to the way you use your vehicle (e.g. urban driving, frequent stops, your style of driving or the type of road).
For all information relating to the checking of the state of wear of brake discs and drums, contact a CITROËN dealer.brake discs and drums, brake discs
After washing, apply the brakes gradually to remove water from the brake linings.

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To immobilise the vehicle
With the vehicle stationary, to apply the parking brake whether the engine is running or off, pull on control A.
The application of the park-ing brake is confi rmed by :
- the lighting of the warning lamp on control A and of warning lamp P on the instrument panel,
- the display of a message “park-ing brake applied” on the multi-function display.
When the driver’s door is opened with the engine running, a beep is heard and a message displayed if the parking brake has not been applied.
MAXIMUM APPLICATION
If necessary, you can utilise maxi-mum application of the parking brake. It is obtained by means of a long pull on control A, until you see the message “parking brake applied” and a beep is heard.
Maximum application is indispensable :
- in the case of a vehicle towing a caravan or a trailer, if the au-tomatic functions are activated but you are applying the parking brake manually,
- when the gradient you are parked on is variable in its effect (e.g. on a ferry, in a lorry, during towing).
Note :
- In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle or parking on a gradient, turn the front wheels towards the pavement and engage a gear when you park.
- After a maximum application, the release time will be longer.
PARTICULAR SITUATIONS
In certain situations (starting the engine ...), the parking brake can automatically alter its force. This is normal operation.
To advance your vehicle a few centimetres without starting the engine, but with the ignition on, press on the brake pedal and re-lease the parking brake by pull-ing then releasing control A. The full release of the parking brake is confi rmed by the extinction of warning lamp P (red) on the instru-ment panel and the display of a message “parking brake released” on the multifunction display.
If the parking brake malfunctionswhile applied or if the battery runs fl at, an emergency release is always possible (see paragraph “Emergency unlocking”).
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EMERGENCY UNLOCKING
In the event of the electronic parking brake malfunctioning o
r the battery running fl at, an emergency manual device can unlock the parking brake.
1. Immobilise the vehicle, with the engine running, by engaging fi rst gear (man-ual gearbox), position P (automatic gearbox) or M or R (6-speed electronic gearbox), then switch off the engine.
Note : if it is impossible to immobilise the vehicle, do not action the control and urgently contact a CITROËN dealer. if it is impossible to immobilise impossible to immobilise
2. Fetch the vehicle blocks and the unlocking device (braided cabl e) from the toolbox (see “Changing a wheel”, paragraph on “Tools”).
3. Immobilise the vehicle by placing blocks at the front and at the rear of one of the rear wheels.
4. Slide the front left-hand seat back as far as possible.
5. Lift up the fl oor plug B in the carpet under the seat.
6. Pierce the tab C on the tube D with the unlocking device.
7. Place the unlocking device in the tube D.
8. Turn the unlocking device clockwise. For safety reasons, it is essentialto continue turning the device as far as it will go or until you hear a knocking noise. The parking brake is released.
9. Remove the unlocking device and store it with the blocks in t he toolbox.
Note : - The operation of the parking brake re-initialises when the ignition is switched off then on again. If the reinitialisation of the parking brake proves impossible, contact a CITROËN dealer.off then on again. If the reinitialisation again. If
- The subsequent time required for application may be longer t han during normal operation.
For safety reasons, after this manoeuvre it is essential to contact a CITROËN dealer urgently to have the plug replaced.Following an emergency unlocking, immobilisation of the vehicle is no longer guaranteed once the manual emergency unlocking has been deployed and the manual control d oes not allow the re-application of your park-ing brake.Take no action, either on control A, or stopping starting the engine while the unlocking device is engaged.Take care not to allow moisture or dust in the proximity of the plug.
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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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