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S U S P E N S I O N W I T H E L E C T R O N I C A L L Y
C O N T R O L L E D S P R I N G I N G A N D D A M P I N G
Active suspension with piloted d a m p i n g a n d fl e x i b i l i t y a u t o m a t i -cally and instantaneously adjusts the dampers to your driving style, as well as to the condition of the road surface, this to achieve the maximum comfort for you and your passengers, as well as improved roadholding.
This symbol displays on your instrument panel.
SIGNALLINGIn the standard situation, button A is not lit up by day, it only illuminates at night.In sport mode, after you press button A, the latter lights up in orange, day or night.
Sport mode is retained when you switch off the engine.
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G R O U N D C L E A R A N C E A D J U S T M E N T
Position changes may only be made when the engine is running.
The ground clearance is adjusted automatically. You can however modify the vehicle height in certain s p e c i fi c c a s e s .
To change the position
Press once on one of the adjust-ment controls. The change of posi-tion is indicated at the start of the adjustment by:A message orA
Temporary display of the initial position with the symbol for the position requested.Note: You are recommended to avoid any changing of position while you have your foot on the brake.
Viewing of the position of the vehicle
On completion of the adjustmentyou see either a message or an illustration of the position attained by the vehicle, with the appropriate symbol.
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QUESTIONANSWERSOLUTION
T r a f fi c A n n o u n c e m e n t s ( T A ) i s d i s - p l a y e d . I d o n o t r e c e i v e a n y t r a f fi c i n f o r m a t i o n o r p u b l i c a n n o u n c e -ments.
T h e p a r t i c u l a r r a d i o s t a t i o n i s n o t i n t h e r e g i o n a l t r a f fi c i n f o r -mation network. C h a n g e t o a r a d i o s t a t i o n t h a t d o e s b r o a d c a s t t r a f fi c information.
The rec eption qualit y of the radio station being listened to gradually deteriorates.
The vehicle is too distant from the transmitter, or no transmitter is present in the geographical area you are passing through.
Activate the RDS function to allow the system to check whether a more power ful transmitter is to be found in the geographical area.
The environment (hills, high buildings, tunnels, underground car p a r k s , e t c . ) i s b l o c k i n g r e c e p t i o n , e v e n i n R D S m o d e .This phenomenon is normal and does not imply anythi ng wrong with the radio.
The aerial is absent or has been damaged (for example a fter g o i n g t h r o u g h a c a r w a s h o r i n a n u n d e r g r o u n d c a r p a r k ) .Have the aerial checked by a CITROËN dealer.
When the engine is not running, the radio stops after a few minutes.
When the engine is switched off, the working time for the radio depends on the battery charge. The interruption is normal.: the radio goes into economy mode, cutting off in order to save the vehicle’s battery.
You have to star t the engine so as to increase the battery charge.
The message “the audio system is ove-rheating” appears on the screen.
In order to protect the audio equipment in excessive ambient temperatures, the radio goes into an automatic thermi c pro-tection mode which results in a reduction in sound volume or stopping of the CD player.
Switch off the audio system for a few minutes in order to allow the system to cool down.
F R E Q U E N T L Y - A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S
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A i r fi l t e r
Follow the requirements set out in the Maintenance Guide.
REFER TO THE CHAPTER: USER PRECAUTIONS.
Screen wash and h e a d l a m p w a s h fl u i d
Use CITROËN-approved products wherever possible.
Capacity: See “Capacities”.
Engine coolant
T h e fl u i d l e v e l s h o u l d b e between the marks MIN.and MAX. on the header tank.
Engine hot, wait at least 15 min-utes.
Quality: See “Maintenance Guide”.
Never do anything relating to the cooling system of an engine that is hot.
Poles “+” and “-” for starting with a slave battery
See “Starting with a slave battery”.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level on horizontal ground with the engine having been switched off for at least 15 min-utes.
Quality: See “Maintenance Guide”.
Pull out the manual dip-stick.
The level should be between the marks MIN.and MAX. on the gauge.
It must never exceed the maximum.
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B r a k e fl u i d
T h e l e v e l o f fl u i d s h o u l d b e between the marks MIN.and MAX. on the reser-voir.
Quality: See “Maintenance Guide”.
If the warning lamp comes on while you are driving, stop imme- d i a t e l y a n d c o n t a c t a C I T R O Ë N while you are driving, stop imme-stop imme-
dealer.
Power steering and suspension oil
For topping up, it is neces-sary to go to a CITROËN For topping up, it is neces-neces-
dealer.
Quality: See “Maintenance Guide”.
If opening the bonnet when the engine is hot, even if it is Ifstopped and the ignition is switched off, remember that the cooling fan may operate at any moment.
Between routine servicing visits, check the level of engine oil frequently as well as before going on a long journey.
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TOPPING UP ENGINE OIL
B e f o r e fi l l i n g , p u l l o u t t h e d i p s t i c k .
C h e c k t h e d i p s t i c k a f t e r fi l l i n g .
It must never exceed the maxi-mum.
Screw the cap back on and close the bonnet.
Quality: See “Maintenance Guide”.
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RADIATOR – COOLANT FLUID
Checking the level and topping up w i t h fl u i d m u s t a l w a y s b e d o n e w i t h the engine cold.
Engine hot
Wait 15 minutes or for the temper-ature to be lower than 100°C and then carefully unscrew the cap so as to allow the pressure to drop, protecting yourself with, say, a cloth.
Topping up the coolant
The level of coolant 1 should be between the MIN. and MAX. mark-ings on the header tank.
Top up the level. If you have to put in more than 1 litre, have the cool-ing system checked by a CITROËN in more than 1 litre, have the cool-the cool-
dealer.
Make sure that the cap is back on properly.Note: I f y o u n e e d t o t o p u p t h e fl u i d frequently, this indicates a malfunc-tion which you should get checked at the earliest opportunity.
Remark: The cooling fan may operate for around 10 minutes after the engine has stopped.
Quality: See “Maintenance Guide”.
If opening the bonnet when the engine is hot, even if it is stopped and the ignition is switched off, remember that the cooling fan may operate at any moment.
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HDi engines are the result of advanced technology.
A n y i n t e r v e n t i o n r e q u i r e s s p e c i a l q u a l i fi c a t i o n s w h i c h o n l y a C I T R O Ë N d e a l e r c a n g u a r a n t e e . A n y i n t e r v e n t i o n r e q u i r e s s p e c i a l q u a l i fi c a t i o n s w h i c h o n l y a A n y i n t e r v e n t i o n r e q u i r e s s p e c i a l q u a l i fi c a t i o n s w h i c h o n l y a
The diesel fuel circuit being under high pressure:
ANY INTERVENTION ON THE CIRCUIT IS PROHIBITED.
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HDi engines are the result of advanced technology.
A n y i n t e r v e n t i o n r e q u i r e s s p e c i a l q u a l i fi c a t i o n s w h i c h o n l y a C I T R O Ë N d e a l e r c a n g u a r a n t e e . A n y i n t e r v e n t i o n r e q u i r e s s p e c i a l q u a l i fi c a t i o n s w h i c h o n l y a A n y i n t e r v e n t i o n r e q u i r e s s p e c i a l q u a l i fi c a t i o n s w h i c h o n l y a
The diesel fuel circuit being under high pressure:
ANY INTERVENTION ON THE CIRCUIT IS PROHIBITED.
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STARTING THE ENGINE AFTER DISCONNECTING AND RECONNECTING THE BATTERY1. Turn the ignition key.2. Wait approximately 1 minute before operating the starter in order to allow the electronic systems to re-initialise.
After the battery has been disconnected for a lengthy period o f time, it may be necessary to re-initialise the following functions:The anti-pinch on the windows.
The anti-pinch on the sun roof.
The m u l t i f u n c t i o n d i s p l a y p a r a m e t e r s ( d a t e , t i m e , l a n g u a g e , u n i t s o f d i s t a n c e a n d o f t e m p e r a t u r e ) .The Radio stations.
The NaviDrive. See NaviDrive instructions.
IMPORTANT
In the event of a battery failure, and if the boot is closed, it is then necessary to feed an electrical supply to your vehicle. See following page.
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STARTING THE ENGINE WITH AN ASSISTING BATTERY
If the battery is discharged, it is possible to use either a separate emergency battery or a battery on another vehicle.
If you use the battery on another vehicle, stop the engine on the latter. The two vehicles must not come into direct contact with each other.
C h e c k t h a t t h e a s s i s t i n g b a t t e r y h a s s u f fi c i e n t v o l t a g e ( 1 2 V ) .
Connect the cables according to the order indicated in orderthe diagram.
A Pole “+” on the vehicle being assisted (under the r e d c o v e r ) .B Assisting battery.C Pole “– ” o n t h e a s s i s t e d v e h i c l e ( u n d e r t h e b o n n e t ) .
C h e c k t h a t t h e l e a d s a r e w e l l s e c u r e d ( r i s k o f s p a r k s ) .
Start the engine of the assisting vehicle.Let the engine run for around 1 minute at a slightly accelerated idle.
Operate the starter on the vehicle being assisted.
It is essential to follow the indicated sequence cor-rectly.
N e v e r a p p r o a c h w i t h a fl a m e o r c r e a t e s p a r k s i n t h e v i c i n i t y o f t h e b a t t e r y ( e x p l o s i v e g a s ) .
The battery contains dilute sulphuric acid which is hig hly corrosive.
When handling batteries, always protect your face and es pecially your eyes.
In the event of any contact with the skin, rinse immediatel y with copious amounts of fresh water.
ADVICE
Do not touch the leads during the operation.
Do not lean over the batteries.
Disconnect the cables in reverse order, making sure they do not touch together.
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Replacement fuses
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FUSEBOXES
There are two fuseboxes under the dashboard, one in the engine compartment and another in the boot under the left hand wing trim.
Dashboard fuses
To access the fuses under the dashboard, open the glovebox and then detach the stowage cover.
GoodBadPliers A
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REPLACING A FUSE
Before replacing a fuse, you should ascertain the cause of the fault and have it remedied. The numbers of the fuses are indicated on the fusebox.
Replace the fuse that has blown with one of the same rating (same colour).
Use the special pliers A p l a c e d o n t h e fl a p c l o s e t o t h e f u s e b o x e s . T h e fl a p a l s o h a s s p a r e f u s e s a v a i l a b l e .
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