run flat Citroen DS4 RHD 2013.5 1.G Owner's Manual

57Monitoring





















Manual test in the type 2 instrument panel central screen

This function allows you to check the status of the vehicle systems (reminder of the "activated"/"deactivated" status of the configurable functions) and to
display the alerts log.



With the engine running, to start a manual
test, briefly press the ".../000"
button on
the instrument panel. The following information appears successively
in the instrument panel central screen:


- engine oil level indicator
(see corresponding section),

- ser vice indicator (see corresponding
section),

- under-inflation detection (if your vehicle
is fitted with this system; see the "Safety"
section),

- current warnings and alert messages,
if any (see corresponding section for the
warning lamp or system concerned),

- status of configurable functions
(see "Multifunction screens"). This information also appears every
time the ignition is switched on
(automatic test).

197Driving
With the engine running and the vehicle
stationary, in order to immobilise the vehicle
it is essential to manually
apply the parking
brake by pulling
control lever A
.


Immobilising the vehicle,
engine running

The emergency braking must only be
used in exceptional circumstances.

Before leaving the vehicle, ensure
that parking brake warning lamp in
the instrument panel is on fixed, not
flashing.
The application of the parking brake is
confirmed by:


- illumination of the braking
warning lamp and the P
warning
lamp in the control lever A
,

- display of the message "Parking
brake on".
When the driver’s door is opened, a message is
displayed accompanied by an audible signal, if
the parking brake has not been applied, except
in the case of an automatic gearbox with the
gear lever in position P
.


Particular situations


In certain situations (e.g. 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 release the
parking brake by pulling
then releasing
the
control lever A
. The full release of the parking
brake is confirmed by the warning lamps in
the control lever A
and in the instrument panel
going off and display of the message "Parking
brake off ".
If the parking brake develops a fault while
applied
or if the battery runs flat, an
emergency release is always possible.



Emergency braking



In the event of failure of the electronic
stability control system, signalled
by the illumination of this warning
lamp, braking stability is then not
guaranteed.
In this event, stability must be assured by the
driver by repeating alternate "pull-release"
actions on the control lever A
. In the event of a failure of the main ser vice
brake or in an exceptional situation (e.g. driver
taken ill, under instruction, etc) a continuous
pull on the control lever A
will stop the vehicle.
The electronic stability control provides stability
during emergency braking.
If the emergency braking malfunctions,
the message "Parking brake faulty" will be
displayed.

In the event of the electric parking brake
malfunctioning or the battery running flat, an
emergency device can be used to release the
parking brake manually.









Emergency release




Immobilise the vehicle (or keep it stationary,
if the brake pedal is pressed), with the
engine running, by engaging first gear
(manual gearbox), position P
(automatic
gearbox) or position M
or R
(elec tronic
gearbox).


Switch off the engine but leave the ignition
on. If it is not possible to immobilise the
vehicle, do not operate the control and
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay.


Immobilise the vehicle by placing the chocks
in front or behind the two front wheels,
opposite to the direction of the slope.

Access to tools

The tools are stowed in the storage box under
the boot carpet.

B
Chocks*.

C
Release crank*.
* Available according to equipment: if these
tools are not present, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop to obtain them.

211Driving

Invalid value during manual
operation
This symbol is displayed if a gear
is not engaged correctly (selector
between two positions).



Stopping the vehicle

Before switching off the engine, you can
engage position P
or N
to place the gearbox in
neutral.
In both cases, apply the parking brake to
immobilise the vehicle, unless it is programmed
to automatic mode.

If the lever is not in position P
, when the
driver's door is opened or approximately
45 seconds after the ignition is switched
off, there is an audible signal and a
message appears.



Return the lever to position P
;
the audible signal stops and the
message disappears.




Operating fault

When the ignition is on, the lighting of this
warning lamp, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message in the multifunction
screen, indicates a gearbox malfunction.
In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up
mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel
a substantial knock when changing from P

to R
and from N
to R
. This will not cause any
damage to the gearbox.
Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed
restrictions permitting.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
This warning lamp may also come on if a door
is opened.
You risk damaging the gearbox:


- if you press the accelerator and
brake pedals at the same time,

- if you force the lever from position P

to another position when the
battery is flat.
To reduce fuel consumption when
stationary for long periods with the
engine running (traffic jam...), position
the gear lever at N
and apply the
parking brake, unless it is programmed
in automatic mode.

249Practical information

1. Sealing





Uncoil the white pipe G
fully.


Unscrew the cap from the white pipe.


Connect the white pipe to the valve of the
tyre to be repaired.



Repair procedure


Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated into the tyre.



Connect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket.


Start the vehicle and leave the engine
running.




Switch off the ignition.


Take care, this product is harmful
(e.g. ethylene-glycol, colophony...) if
swallowed and causes irritation to the
eyes.
Keep this product out of the reach of
children.



Turn the selector A
to the
"sealant" position.


Check that the switch B
is in
position "O"
.


The vehicle's electric system allows the
connection of a compressor for long
enough to inflate a tyre after a puncture
repair or for inflating a small inflatable
accessory.

251Practical information

2. Infl ation





Adjust the pressure using the compressor
(to inflate: switch B
in position "I"
; to
deflate: switch B
in position "O"
and press
button C
), in accordance with the vehicle's
tyre pressure label (located on the left
hand door aperture).
A loss of pressure indicates that the
puncture has not been fully plugged;
contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop for assistance.


Remove and stow the kit.


Drive at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h]
max) limiting the distance travelled to
approximately 120 miles (200 km).





Turn the selector A
to the "air"
position.


Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.


Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel.




Connect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket.


Start the vehicle again and leave the
engine running.


As soon as possible, go to a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
You must inform the technician that you
have used this kit. After inspection, the
technician will advise you on whether
the tyre can be repaired or if it must be
replaced.

Removing the cartridge





Stow the black pipe.


Detach the angled base from the white pipe.


Support the compressor vertically.


Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.



Checking tyre pressures /
inflating accessories

Beware of discharges of fluid.
The expiry date of the fluid is indicated
on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed for
single use; even if only partly used, it
must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the cartridge
into the environment, take it to an
authorised waste disposal site or a
CITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealant
cartridge, available from CITROËN
dealers or from a qualified workshop.

You can also use the compressor, without
injecting any product, to:


- check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,

- inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle
tyres...).




Connect the compressor's electrical
connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.


Start the vehicle and let the engine run.


Adjust the pressure using the compressor
(to inflate: switch B
in position "I"
; to
deflate: switch B
in position "O"
and press
button C
), according to the vehicle's tyre
pressure label or the accessory's pressure
label.


Remove the kit then stow it.





Turn the selector A
to the "Air"
position.


Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.


Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fit one of the adaptors
supplied with the kit first.

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.
For more information on snow chains, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.



Advice on installation




If you have to fit the chains during a
journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face
on the side of the road.


Apply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks to prevent movement of your
vehicle.


Fit the chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.


Move off gently and drive for a few
moments, without exceeding 30 mph
(50 km/h).


Stop your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.


Avoid driving on roads that have been
cleared of snow, to avoid damaging
your vehicle's tyres and the road
sur face. It is recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry sur face. If
your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,
check that no part of the chain or its
fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.

Take account of the legislation in force
in your country on the use of snow
chains and the maximum running
speed authorised.

Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size.
215/60 R16
9 mm
215/55 R17
225/45 R18
225/40 R19

cannot be fitted with chains

275Practical information



Connect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of the flat battery A
, then to the
positive terminal (+) of the slave battery B
.


Connect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative terminal (-) of the
slave battery B
(or earth point on the other
vehicle).


Connect the other end of the green or black
cable to the earth point C
on the broken
down vehicle (or on the engine mounting).

Start the engine of the vehicle with the
good battery and leave it running for a
few minutes.


Operate the starter on the broken down
vehicle and let the engine run
.
If the engine does not star t straight away,
switch off the ignition and wait a few
moments before trying again.


Wait until the engine returns to idle then
disconnect the jump lead cables in the
reverse order.













Starting using another
battery
When your vehicle's battery is discharged, the
engine can be started using a slave battery
(external or on another vehicle) and jump lead
cables.

First check that the slave battery has a
nominal voltage of 12 V and a capacity
at least equal to that of the discharged
battery.
Do not try to start the engine by
connecting a battery charger.
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal when
the engine is running.







Before disconnecting the battery

Wait 2 minutes after switching off the ignition
before disconnecting the battery.
Close the windows and the doors before
disconnecting the battery.

Energy economy mode
System which manages the period of use of certain functions to conser ve a sufficient level of
charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can still use functions such as the audio equipment, windscreen
wipers, dipped beam headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc. for a maximum combined period of thirty
minutes.
This period may be greatly reduced if
the battery is not fully charged.
A flat battery prevents the engine from
starting (refer to the corresponding
paragraph). If the telephone is being used at the
same time on the navigation system,
it will be interrupted after 10 minutes.


Switching to economy mode

Once this period has elapsed, a message
appears in the screen indicating that the
vehicle has switched to economy mode and the
active functions are put on standby.

Exiting economy mode

These functions are reactivated automatically
the next time the vehicle is driven.



In order to resume the use of these
functions immediately, start the engine and
let it run for a few minutes.
The time available to you will then be double
the period for which the engine is left running.
However, this period will always be between
five and thirty minutes.








Load reduction mode
System which 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,
the heated rear screen...
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.