ECO mode CITROEN DS3 CROSSBACK 2020 Service Manual
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Mode 3 (AC) charging cable 
 
Accelerated charging unit (Wallbox)
Do not remove or modify the charging 
unit. Risk of electrocution and/or fire!
Refer to the charging unit user manual for 
operating instructions. 
Public fast charging station
(Fast charging - direct current (DC))
 
 
Mode 4 (DC) charging cable
(integrated in the public fast charging station)
 
 
Control unit 
 
POWER
Green: electrical connection established; 
charging can begin. 
CHARGE
Flashing green: charging in progress or 
programmed heating activated.
Fixed green: charging complete.
FA U LT Red: anomaly; charging not permitted or must 
be stopped immediately. Check that everything 
is connected correctly and that the electrical 
system is not faulty. 
If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact a 
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Upon plugging the charging cable into a domestic 
socket, all of the indicator lamps come on briefly. 
If no indicator lamps come on, check the domestic 
socket's circuit-breaker.
–
 
If the circ
 uit breaker has tripped, contact a 
professional to check that your electrical system 
is suitable and carry out any necessary repairs.
–  
If the circ
 uit-breaker has not tripped, avoid 
using the charging cable and contact a dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Recommendations on the control unit label
1. Refer to the handbook before use.
2. Incorrect use of this charging cable may 
result in fire, property damage and serious 
injury or death by electrocution!
3. Always use a correctly earthed power socket, 
protected by a 30 mA residual current device.  
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If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the speed 
of the vehicle to the profile of the road to avoid 
damaging the roof bars and the fixings on the 
vehicle.
Be sure to refer to national legislation in order 
to comply with the regulations for transporting 
objects which are longer than the vehicle.
Recommendations
Distribute the load uniformly, taking care 
to avoid overloading one of the sides.
Arrange the heaviest part of the load as close 
as possible to the roof.
Secure the load firmly.
Drive gently: the vehicle will be more 
susceptible to the effects of side winds and its 
stability may be affected.
Regularly check the security and tight 
fastening of the roof bars, at least before each 
trip.
Remove the roof bars once they are no longer 
needed.
Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve 
traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle 
when braking.
The snow chains must be fitted only to 
the front wheels. They must never be 
fitted to "space-saver" type spare wheels.
Take account of the legislation specific to 
each country on the use of snow chains 
and the maximum authorised speed.
Use only chains designed to be fitted to the type 
of wheel fitted to the vehicle:
Original tyre size Chain type 215/65 R16 Cannot be fitted with  chains
215/60 R17 Polaire XP9 with  manual locking
215/55R18 Cannot be fitted with  chains
For more information on snow chains, contact a 
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Installation tips 
►  To fit the chains during a journey, stop the 
vehicle on a flat surface on the side of the road.
►  Apply the parking brake and position any 
wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent 
movement of the vehicle.
►  Fit the chains following the instructions 
provided by the manufacturer.
►  Move off gently and drive for a few moments, 
without exceeding 31 mph (50 km/h).
►  Stop the vehicle and check that the snow 
chains are correctly tightened.
It is strongly recommended that before 
you leave, you practise fitting the snow 
chains on a level and dry surface.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads 
that have been cleared of snow to avoid 
damaging the vehicle's tyres and the road 
surface. If the vehicle is fitted with alloy 
wheels, check that no part of the chain or its 
fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.
Energy economy mode
This system manages the duration of use of 
certain functions, in order to conserve a sufficient 
level of charge in the battery with the ignition off.
After switching off the engine, you can still 
use functions such as the audio and telematic 
system, the wipers and the dipped beam 
headlamps or courtesy lamps, for a combined 
duration of approximately 40 minutes.
Selecting the mode
A confirmation message is displayed when 
energy economy mode is entered, and the active 
functions are placed on standby.
If a telephone call is in progress at the 
time, it will be maintained for around 10 
minutes via the audio system’s hands-free 
system.
Exiting the mode
These functions are automatically reactivated the 
next time the vehicle is used.
To restore the use of these functions immediately, 
start the engine and let it run:
–  For less than 10 minutes, to use the equipment 
for approximately 5 minutes.
–  For more than 10 minutes, to use the equipment 
for approximately 30 minutes.
Let the engine run for the specified duration to 
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
To recharge the battery, avoid repeatedly or 
continuously restarting the engine.
A flat battery prevents the engine from 
starting.
For more information on the 12 V battery, refer 
to the corresponding section.
Load reduction mode
This system manages the use of certain functions 
according to the level of charge remaining in the 
battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load 
reduction function temporarily deactivates 
certain functions, such as the air conditioning 
and the heated rear screen.
The deactivated functions are reactivated 
automatically as soon as conditions permit.  
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Do not dispose of AdBlue® containers in 
the household waste.
Place them in a container reserved for this 
purpose or take them back to where you 
bought them.
Free-wheeling
In certain situations, you must allow the vehicle to 
free-wheel (while being towed, on a rolling road, 
in an automatic car wash, or being transported by 
rail or sea freight, etc.).
The procedure varies according to the type of 
gearbox and parking brake.
With a manual gearbox and 
electric parking brake
  /  
Release procedure
►  With the engine running and while depressing 
the brake pedal, move the gear selector to the 
neutral position.
►  While depressing the brake pedal, switch off 
the ignition.
►  Release the brake pedal, then switch on the 
ignition again.
►  While depressing the brake pedal, press the 
control lever to release the parking brake.
►  Release the brake pedal, then switch off the 
ignition.
Reverting to normal operation
►  While depressing the brake pedal, start the 
engine.
With EAT8 automatic gearbox 
or drive selector and electric 
parking brake
  /  
Release procedure
►  With the vehicle stationary and the engine 
running, select mode N and switch off the 
ignition.
Within 5 seconds:
►  Switch on the ignition again.
►  While depressing the brake pedal, move the 
push selector forwards or backwards to confirm 
mode N.
►  While depressing the brake pedal, press the 
control lever to release the parking brake.
►  Release the brake pedal, switch off the 
ignition.
If the 5-second time limit is exceeded, the gearbox 
engages mode P; it is then necessary to restart 
the procedure.
Reverting to normal operation
►  While depressing the brake pedal, restart the 
engine.
Keyless Entry and Starting
You must not depress the brake pedal 
while switching the ignition on or off. If you do, 
the engine will start, requiring you to restart 
the procedure.
Advice on care and 
maintenance
General recommendations
Observe the following recommendations to avoid 
damaging your vehicle.
Exterior
Never use a high-pressure jet wash in the 
engine compartment, due to the risk of 
damaging electrical components.
Do not wash the vehicle in strong sunshine or 
extremely cold conditions.
When washing the vehicle at an 
automatic roller-brush car wash, be sure 
to lock the doors and, depending on version, 
remove the electronic key and deactivate the 
“hands-free” function (“Hands-Free Tailgate 
Access”).
When using a pressure washer, hold the lance 
at least 30 cm from the vehicle (particularly 
when cleaning areas containing chipped paint, 
sensors or seals).  
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► Turn the connector a quarter turn 
anti-clockwise.
►  Pull the bulb connector.
►  Remove the bulb and change it.
Amber-coloured bulbs must be replaced 
by bulbs with identical specifications and 
colour.
Rear lamps
Model with "Full LED" technology lamps
1. Sidelamps / Daytime running lamps (LED)
2.Reversing lamps (W16W)
3. Direction indicators with sequential effect 
(LED)
4. Brake lamps (LED)
Model with halogen lamps
1.Brake lamps/sidelamps (W21/5W)
2. Direction indicators (WY16W amber)
3. Reversing lamps (W16W)
Direction indicators and brake lamps/
sidelamps
Rapid flashing of a direction indicator 
warning lamp (left or right) indicates that 
one of the bulbs on the corresponding side has 
failed.
Amber coloured bulbs, such as the 
direction indicators, must be replaced by 
bulbs with identical specifications and colour.
These bulbs are changed from inside the boot. ► 
Open the boot.
 
 
► Remove the access flap on the corresponding 
side trim, so that the lamp unit fixing screw can 
be accessed.
►  Slacken the lamp unit fixing using a socket 
wrench.
►  Finish slackening it by hand to recover the nut, 
making sure not to let it drop.
►  Remove the lamp unit.
►  Unclip the lamp unit connector.
 
 
► Squeeze and pull the connector.    
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Referring to the relevant section, reset certain 
equipment:
– 
Electronic k
 ey.
–
 
Electric windo
 ws.
–
 
Da
 te and time.
–
 
Pre
 set radio stations.
After reconnection of the battery, the 
“Collision risk detection system fault” 
message is displayed on the instrument panel 
when the ignition is switched on. This 
operation is perfectly normal. The message 
will disappear while driving. 
The Stop & Start system may not be 
operational during the trip following the 
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be 
available again after a continuous period of 
immobilisation of the vehicle, a period which 
depends on the exterior temperature and the 
state of charge of the battery (up to about 8 
hours).
Towing the vehicle
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in the 
country where you are driving.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is 
higher than that of the towed vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of the 
towed vehicle and must have a valid driving 
licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on 
the ground, always use an approved towing 
arm; rope and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine 
off, there is no longer braking and steering 
assistance.
A professional towing service must be 
called if:
–
 
B
roken down on a motorway or main road.
–
 
No
 t possible to put the gearbox into neutral, 
unlock the steering, or release the parking 
brake.
–
 
No
 t possible to tow a vehicle with an 
automatic gearbox, with the engine running.
–
 
T
owing with only two wheels on the ground.
–
 
Four-wheel driv
 e vehicle.
–
 
No appro
 ved towbar available.
Before towing the vehicle, it is essential to 
put the vehicle in free-wheeling mode.
For more information on Changing to free-
wheeling, refer to the corresponding section.
Electric motor
An electric vehicle must never be used for 
road transfers.
It may be used, for example, to exit a rut.
Towing constraints
Type of vehicle
(engine / gearbox)gearbox Font wheels on the ground Rear wheels on the ground Flatbed
4 wheels on the ground with 
towbar
Internal combustion / 
Manual
 
        
Internal combustion / 
Automatic 
          
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Touch screen BLUETOOTH 
audio system
 
 
Multimedia audio system - 
Bluetooth
® telephone
The functions and settings described vary 
according to the vehicle version and 
configuration.
For safety reasons and because they 
require sustained attention by the driver, 
the following operations must be carried out 
with the vehicle stationary and the ignition on:
–
 
Pairing the smartphone with the s
 ystem in 
Bluetooth mode.
–
 
U
sing the smartphone.
–
 
C
hanging the system settings and 
configuration.
The system is protected in such a way 
that it will only operate in the vehicle.
The Energy Economy Mode message is 
displayed when the system is about to enter 
the corresponding mode.
First steps
With the engine running, a press mutes the 
sound.
With the ignition off, a press turns the system on.
Increase or decrease the volume using the 
thumbwheel on the left-hand side.
To access the menus, press this button on 
the touch screen.
Press the back arrow to go back a level.
To clean the screen, use a soft, non-
abrasive cloth (e.g. spectacles cloth) with 
no additional product.
Do not use sharp objects on the screen.
Do not touch the screen with wet hands.
Certain information is displayed permanently in 
the upper bar of the touch screen:
–
 
Air c
 onditioning information (depending on 
version).
–
 
Bluet
 ooth connection.
–
 
Indic
 ation of location data sharing.
Selection of the audio source:
–
 
FM/
AM/DAB radio stations (depending on 
equipment).
– Telephone connected via Bluetooth and 
Bluetooth multimedia broadcast (streaming).
–
 
USB memory stick.
–
 
Media pla
 yer connected via the auxiliary socket 
(depending on equipment).
In very hot conditions, the volume may be 
limited to protect the system. It may go 
into standby (screen and sound off) for at least 
5 minutes.
The return to normal takes place when the 
temperature in the passenger compartment 
has dropped.
Steering mounted controls
Steering mounted controls - 
Type 1
  
Radio:
Select the previous/next preset radio 
station.
Select the previous/next item in a menu or a list.
Media:
Select the previous/next track.
Select the previous/next item in a menu or a list.
Radio:
Short press: display the list of radio 
stations.
Long press: update the list.  
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when the system switches to "FM" analogue 
radio with sometimes a variation in volume.
Once the digital signal quality is restored, the 
system automatically changes back to "DAB".
If the "DAB" station being listened to is 
not available on "FM", or if the "FM-DAB 
tracking" is not activated, the sound will cut 
out while the digital signal is too weak.
Media
Selecting the source
Press the "Media" menu. 
Press the "SOURCE" button.
Select the source (USB, Bluetooth or AUX, 
depending on equipment).
USB port
Insert the USB memory stick into the USB 
port or connect the USB device to the USB 
port using a suitable cable (not supplied).
To protect the system, do not use a USB 
hub.
The system builds playlists (in temporary 
memory); this operation can take from a 
few seconds to several minutes at the first 
connection. Playlists are updated whenever a USB memory 
stick is connected or the contents of a particular 
USB memory stick are changed. The lists 
are memorised: if they are not modified, the 
subsequent loading time will be shorter.
Auxiliary (AUX) jack socket
Depending on equipmentConnect a portable device (MP3 player, 
etc.) to the auxiliary jack socket using an 
audio cable (not supplied).
This source is only available if "Aux Amplification" 
has been selected in the audio settings.
First adjust the volume on the portable device (to 
a high level). Then adjust the volume of the audio 
system.
Controls are managed via the portable device.
Bluetooth®streaming
Streaming allows you to listen to music from your 
smartphone.
The Bluetooth profile must be activated, first 
adjust the volume on the portable device (to a 
high level).
Then adjust the volume of the system.
If play does not start automatically, it may be 
necessary to start the audio playback from the 
smartphone.
Control is from the portable device or by using the 
system's touch buttons.
Once connected in Streaming mode, the 
smartphone is considered to be a media 
source.
Connecting Apple® players
Connect the Apple® player to the USB socket using 
a suitable cable (not supplied).
Play starts automatically.
Control is via the audio system.
The classifications available are those of 
the portable device connected (artists/
albums/genres/playlists/audio books/
podcasts). It is also possible to use a 
classification structured in the form of a 
library.
The default classification used is by artist. To 
modify the classification used, return to the 
first level of the menu then select the desired 
classification (playlists for example) and 
confirm to go down through the menu to the 
desired track.
The version of software in the audio system may 
not be compatible with the generation of the 
Apple
® player.
Media settings
Press the "Media Settings" button. 
Activate/deactivate track playback options and 
access the audio settings.  
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Automatic reconnection
On return to the vehicle, if the last telephone 
connected is present again, it is automatically 
recognised and within about 30 seconds 
of switching on the ignition, the pairing is 
established automatically (Bluetooth activated).
Managing paired telephones
To connect or disconnect a paired telephone:Select the "Telephone" menu. 
Press "Bluetooth" to display the list of 
paired devices.
Press on the name of the telephone chosen in the 
list to disconnect it.
Press again to connect it.
Deleting a telephone
Press the "Bluetooth" button. 
Press "Manage connections".
In the displayed window select "Delete".
The list of paired devices is displayed.
Press on the name of the telephone to delete.
Receiving a call
An incoming call is announced by a ring and a 
superimposed display in the screen.
To accept the call:
Make a short press on the steering 
mounted TEL button.
To reject the call:
The audio settings are the same as the 
audio settings for the radio. For more 
information on the "Audio settings", refer to 
the corresponding section.
Information and advice
The system supports USB mass storage devices, 
BlackBerry® devices or Apple® players via the USB 
ports. The adapter cable is not supplied.
Devices are managed using the audio system 
controls.
Other devices, not recognised on connection, 
must be connected to the auxiliary socket using 
a jack cable (not supplied) or via Bluetooth 
streaming, if compatible.
To protect the system, do not use a USB 
hub.
The audio system will only play audio files with 
".wav", ".wma", ".aac", ".mp3", ".mp4", ".m4a", 
".flac", ".ogg" file extensions and with a bit rate 
of between 32 Kbps and 320 Kbps (300 Kbps 
maximum for ".flac" files).
It also supports VBR (Variable Bit Rate) mode.
All ".wma" files must be standard WMA 9 files.
The supported sampling rates are 11, 22, 44 and 
48 KHz.
To avoid reading and display problems, we 
recommend choosing file names less than 20 
characters long that do not contain any special 
characters (e.g. “ ? . ; ù).
Use only USB memory sticks in FAT or FAT32 
format (File Allocation Table).
We recommend using the original USB 
cable for the portable device.
Telephone
Pairing a Bluetooth® telephone
Up to 10 phones can be paired to the system.
Activate the Bluetooth function on the telephone 
beforehand and ensure that it is "visible to all" 
(telephone configuration).
To complete the pairing, whichever procedure is 
used (from the telephone or from the system), 
ensure that the code is the same in the system 
and in the telephone.
The services available depend on the 
network, the SIM card and the 
compatibility of the Bluetooth devices used. 
Check for services availability in the phone's 
manual and with the operator.
The profiles compatible with the system 
are: HFP, OPP, PBAP, DID, A2DP, AVRCP, SPP 
and PAN.
Go to the Brand's website for more information 
(compatibility, additional help, etc.).
Procedure from the telephone
Select the name of the system in the list of 
devices detected.
In the system, accept the connection request 
from the telephone.
Procedure from the system
Press the Home button to access the 
menus.
Select the "Telephone" menu. 
Press "Manage connections".
The list of telephones detected is displayed.
Select the name of the telephone in the list.
The system offers to connect the telephone with 
two profiles:
–
 
as "
Telephone": hands-free kit, telephone only.
–
 
as "
Streaming": wireless playing of audio files 
on the telephone.
The system cannot be connected to 
multiple telephones with the same profile.
No more than 2 phones can be connected 
simultaneously (1 per profile).
The Bluetooth profiles chosen on the 
phone have priority over the profiles 
selected on the system.
If the pairing procedure fails, it is recommended 
that you deactivate and then reactivate the 
Bluetooth function on the telephone.
Depending on the type of telephone, the 
option is given to accept or not accept the 
transfer of contacts and the call log.   
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► Press the "Radio Settings" button then select 
"Update list". The radio reception is cut off while 
searching for available stations (approximately 
30 seconds).
Media
Playback of my USB memory stick starts only 
after a very long wait (around 2 to 3 minutes).
Some files supplied with the memory stick may 
greatly slow down access to reading the memory 
stick (multiplication by 10 of the cataloguing 
time).
►  Delete the files supplied with the memory 
stick and limit the number of sub-folders in the 
file structure on the memory stick. 
Some characters in information about the 
currently playing media are not displayed 
correctly.
The audio system is unable to process certain 
types of character.
►  Use standard characters to name tracks and 
folders.
Playback of streaming files does not start.
The connected device does not automatically 
launch playback.
►  Start playback from the device.
Track names and playing times are not displayed 
on the audio streaming screen.
The Bluetooth profile does not allow the transfer 
of this information.
Telephone
I cannot connect my Bluetooth telephone.
Press the buttons to adjust the 
brightness of the screen and/or of 
the instrument panel (depending on version).
Modifying system settings
Press "Settings". 
Press "System".
Press "Privacy" to access the privacy 
settings.
Select "Units" to change the units of 
distance, fuel consumption and 
temperature.
Press "Factory settings" to return to the 
initial settings.
Press "System Info" to check the system 
version.
Privacy settings
Three data privacy options are available:"No data sharing (data, vehicle position)" 
"Only data sharing" 
“Data and vehicle position sharing" 
When data and vehicle position sharing 
are enabled, this symbol is displayed in the 
upper bar of the touch screen.
Selecting the language
Press "Settings". 
Select "Languages" to change the 
language.
Set date and time
Press "Settings". 
Press "Date/Time". 
Setting the date:
Press the arrows to set the day, month and 
year.
Setting the time:
Press these buttons to set hours and 
minutes.
Select or deselect the 24h format. 
In 12h format, choose "AM" or "PM". 
The system does not automatically 
manage the change between winter and 
summer time.
Date format:
Select the display format of the date. 
Frequently asked 
questions
The following information groups together the 
answers to the most frequently asked questions 
concerning the system.
Radio
The reception quality of the tuned radio station 
gradually deteriorates or the station presets are 
not working (no sound, 87.5 MHz is displayed, 
etc.).
The vehicle is too far from the selected station’s 
transmitter, or no transmitter is present in the 
geographical area.
►  Activate the "RDS" function in the upper bar 
to enable the system to check whether there is 
a more powerful transmitter in the geographical 
area.
The environment (hills, buildings, tunnels, 
basement car parks, etc.) is blocking reception, 
including in RDS mode.
This is a perfectly normal phenomenon, and is not 
indicative of an audio system malfunction.
The aerial is missing or has been damaged 
(for example while entering a car wash or 
underground car park).
►  Have the aerial checked by a dealer.
I cannot find some radio stations in the list of 
received stations.
The name of the radio station changes.
The station is no longer received or its name has 
changed in the list.
Some radio stations send other information in 
place of their name (the title of the song for 
example).
The system interprets these details as the station 
name.   
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► Press the "Radio Settings" button then select 
"Update list". The radio reception is cut off while 
searching for available stations (approximately 
30 seconds).
Media
Playback of my USB memory stick starts only 
after a very long wait (around 2 to 3 minutes).
Some files supplied with the memory stick may 
greatly slow down access to reading the memory 
stick (multiplication by 10 of the cataloguing 
time).
►  Delete the files supplied with the memory 
stick and limit the number of sub-folders in the 
file structure on the memory stick. 
Some characters in information about the 
currently playing media are not displayed 
correctly.
The audio system is unable to process certain 
types of character.
►  Use standard characters to name tracks and 
folders.
Playback of streaming files does not start.
The connected device does not automatically 
launch playback.
►  Start playback from the device.
Track names and playing times are not displayed 
on the audio streaming screen.
The Bluetooth profile does not allow the transfer 
of this information.
Telephone
I cannot connect my Bluetooth telephone. The telephone's Bluetooth function may be 
switched off or the telephone may not be visible.
► 
Check that the telephone has Bluetooth 
switched on.
►  Check in the telephone settings that it is 
"visible to all".
The Bluetooth telephone is not compatible with 
the system.
►  Check the compatibility of the telephone on 
the Brand's website (services).
The volume of the telephone connected in 
Bluetooth mode is inaudible.
The volume depends on both the system and the 
telephone.
Ambient noise affects the quality of the telephone 
call.
►  Increase the volume of the audio system, to 
maximum if required, and increase the volume of 
the telephone if necessary.
►  Reduce ambient noise (close windows, reduce 
ventilation, slow down, etc.).
The contacts are not listed in alphabetical order.
Some telephones offer display options. Depending 
on the settings chosen, contacts can be 
transferred in a specific order.
►  Modify the telephone directory display 
settings.
Settings
When the treble and bass settings are changed, 
the ambience is deselected.
When the ambience is changed, the treble and 
bass settings are reset. Selecting an ambience imposes the treble and 
bass settings, and vice versa.
► 
Modify the treble and bass or ambience 
settings to obtain the desired musical ambience.
There is a difference in sound quality between 
audio sources.
To allow for optimal listening quality, the sound 
settings can be tailored to different audio 
sources, which can generate audible differences 
when changing source.
►  Check that the sound settings are appropriate 
to the sources listened to. Adjust the sound 
functions to the middle position.
When the engine is off, the system switches off 
after several minutes of use.
When the engine is switched off, the system's 
operating time depends on the state of charge of 
the battery.
The switch-off is normal: the system 
automatically goes into energy economy mode 
and switches off to maintain an adequate charge 
in the battery.
►  Start the vehicle’s engine to increase the 
charge of the battery.