tow Citroen DS4 RHD 2015.5 1.G Owner's Guide
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Manual operation
F Select position M for sequential changing 
of the six gears.
F
 
P
 ush the selector towards the + sign to 
change up a gear.
F
 
P
 ull the selector towards the - sign to 
change down a gear.
It is only possible to change from one gear to 
another if the vehicle speed and engine speed 
permit; other wise, the gearbox will operate 
temporarily in automatic mode.
d
 disappears and the gears engaged 
appear in succession on the 
instrument panel.
If the engine speed is too low or too high, the 
gear selected flashes for a few seconds, then 
the actual gear engaged is displayed.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving 
very slowly, the gearbox selects gear 1 
automatically.
It is not necessary to release the accelerator 
when changing gear.
It is possible to change from position 
d  
(automatic) to position M (manual) at any time.
The sport and snow programmes do not 
operate in manual mode.
Sport and snow programmes
Sport programme "S"
F Press button "S" , after starting the engine.
The gearbox automatically favours a dynamic 
style of driving.
S appears in the instrument panel.
Snow programme " T"
F Press button " T", after starting the engine.
The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery 
roads.
This programme improves starting and drive 
when traction is poor.
T appears in the instrument panel.
Return to auto-adaptive 
mode
F At any time, press the button selected again to leave the special programme 
engaged and return to auto-adaptive mode.
These two special programmes supplement the 
automatic operation in very specific conditions 
of use. 
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Operating fault
In the event of a fault, the warning lamp in the 
button flashes then goes off.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.The system may suffer temporary 
interference in certain weather 
conditions (rain, hail...).
In particular, driving on a wet sur face 
or moving from a dry area to a wet area 
can cause false alerts (for example, the 
presence of a fog of water droplets in 
the blind spot angle is interpreted as a 
vehicle).
In bad or wintry weather, ensure that 
the sensors are not covered by mud, 
ice or snow.
Take care not to cover the warning 
zone in the door mirrors or the 
detection zones on the front and rear 
bumpers with adhesive labels or other 
objects; they may hamper the correct 
operation of the system.
F
 
T
o deactivate the system, press this button 
again; the warning lamp goes off.
The state of the system remains in memory on 
switching off the ignition.
The system is automatically 
deactivated when towing with a towbar 
approved by CITROËN. 
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You may have to brake to control the speed of 
your vehicle. In this case, the cruise control is 
automatically paused.
To activate the system again, press button 4.Only use the cruise control if the traffic 
conditions will allow you to drive for a 
certain time at a steady speed and at a 
safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
Do not activate the cruise control 
in urban areas, in heavy traffic, on 
winding or steep roads, on slippery 
or flooded roads, or in conditions of 
poor visibility (heavy rain, fog, falling 
snow...).
In some circumstances, it may not 
be possible to maintain or reach the 
programmed speed: towing, vehicle 
heavily loaded, steep climb.
Temporarily exceeding the 
programmed speed
When required (overtaking manoeuvre...), it is 
possible to exceed the programmed speed by 
pressing the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is temporarily overridden 
and the programmed speed setting flashes.
To return to the programmed speed, simply 
release the accelerator pedal.
Once the vehicle has returned to the 
programmed speed, the cruise control takes 
over again: the display of the programmed 
speed setting becomes steady again.
When descending a steep hill, the 
cruise control system cannot prevent 
the vehicle from exceeding the 
programmed speed.
Switching off
F Turn wheel 1 to the "0"  position: the cruise 
control information disappears from the 
screen.
Operating fault
Flashing dashes indicate a fault with the cruise 
control system.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop. The use of mats not approved by 
CITROËN may inter fere with the 
operation of the cruise control.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the 
pedals:
-
 
e
 nsure that the mat is positioned 
c o r r e c t l y,
-
 
n
 ever fit one mat on top of another. 
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Front parking sensorsOperating fault
In the event of a malfunction of 
the system, when reverse gear 
is engaged this warning lamp is 
displayed in the instrument panel 
and/or a message appears in the 
screen, accompanied by an audible 
signal (short beep).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
In addition to the rear parking sensors, the 
front parking sensors are triggered when an 
obstacle is detected in front and the speed of 
the vehicle is still below 6 mph (10 km/h).
The front parking sensors are interrupted if 
the vehicle stops for more than three seconds 
in for ward gear, if no further obstacles are 
detected or when the speed of the vehicle 
exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).
The function will be deactivated 
automatically if a trailer is being towed 
or a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle 
fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier 
recommended by CITROËN).In bad weather or in winter, ensure 
that the sensors are not covered with 
mud, ice or snow. When reverse gear is 
engaged, an audible signal (long beep) 
indicates that the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle, 
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger 
the audible signals of the parking 
sensor system.
deactivation/Activation of the 
front and rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated by pressing this 
button. The indicator lamp in the button 
comes
  on.
Pressing this button again reactivates the 
function. The indicator lamp in the button 
goes
  off.
The sound emitted by the speaker 
(front or rear) indicates whether the 
obstacle is in front or behind. 
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2. Inflation
F 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 l
oss of pressure indicates that the 
puncture has not been fully plugged; 
contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified 
workshop for assistance.
F
 
R
 emove and stow the kit.
F
 
D
 rive at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h] 
max) limiting the distance travelled to 
approximately 120 miles (200 km).
F
 T
urn the selector A to the "air" 
position.
F
 
U
ncoil the black pipe H fully.
F
 
C
onnect the black pipe to the 
valve of the wheel. F
 C
onnect the compressor's electric plug to 
the vehicle's 12 V socket.
F
 
S
tart 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.
Practical information  
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Removing the cartridge
F Stow the black pipe.
F D etach the angled base from the white pipe.
F
 
S
 upport the compressor vertically.
F
 
U
 nscrew 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:
-
 c heck or adjust the pressure of your tyres,
-
 
i
 nflate other accessories (balls, bicycle 
tyres...). F
 
C
 onnect the compressor's electrical 
connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.
F  S tart the vehicle and let the engine run.
F
 
A
 djust 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.
F
 
R
 emove the kit then stow it.
F
 
T
 urn the selector A to the 
"Air"
  position.
F
 
U
 ncoil the black pipe H fully.
F
 
C
 onnect the black pipe to the 
valve of the wheel or accessory.
 I
f necessary, fit one of the adaptors 
supplied with the kit first. 
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Changing a wheelProcedure for changing a wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre for the spare wheel, using the tools supplied with the vehicle.
The tools are installed in the boot under the 
f l o o r.
To gain access to them:
F 
o
 pen the boot,
F
 
r
 aise the floor,
F
 
s
 ecure it by hooking its cord on the hook 
on the rear shelf support,
F
 
w
 ith a standard size spare wheel, unclip 
and remove the box in the middle of the 
wheel containing the tools,
 
or
F
 
w
 ith a "space-saver" spare wheel; lift the 
wheel at the rear towards you for access to 
the storage box containing the tools.
Access to the tools
List of tools
1. Wheelbrace. F or removing the wheel trim and the wheel 
fixing bolts.
2.
 J
ack with integral handle.
 F
or raising the vehicle.
3.
 B
olt cover removal tool.
 F
or removing the bolt head protectors on 
alloy wheels.
4.
 S
ocket for the security bolts (located in the 
glove box).
 F
or adapting the wheelbrace to the special 
"security" bolts.
Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel , detach the 
trim first using the wheelbrace 1 pulling 
at the valve passage hole.
When refitting the wheel , refit the trim 
starting by placing its notch facing the 
valve and press around its edge with 
the palm of your hand.
All of these tools are specific to your 
vehicle and can vary according to 
equipment.
Do not use them for any other purposes.
The jack must only be used to change a 
wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.
Do not use any jack other than the one 
supplied with this vehicle.
If the vehicle does not have its original 
jack, contact a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop to obtain the correct 
jack for it.
The jack does not require any 
maintenance.
Practical information  
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For BlueHdi diesel versions
If your vehicle has a manual parking brake, 
the jack is stowed under the spare wheel and 
under the storage box:
F
 
r
 emove the "space-saver" type spare 
wheel,
F
 
r
 emove the polystyrene storage box,
F
 
p
 ush the jack for ward, then lift it by its rear 
part.
If your vehicle has an electric parking brake
, 
the jack is stowed in a bag placed in the boot. 
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The spare wheel is installed in the boot under 
the floor.
Depending on version, the spare wheel may be 
a standard size steel or alloy wheel; for some 
countries of sale it is the "space saver" type.
For access to the spare wheel, refer to the 
paragraph "Access to the tools" on the previous 
page.
Access to the spare wheel
If your vehicle has an electric parking 
brake, only a "space saver" type of 
wheel can be stowed in the boot.
Taking out the standard wheel
F Unscrew the yellow central bolt.
F R aise the spare wheel towards you from 
the rear.
F
 
T
 ake the wheel out of the boot.
Tyre under-inflation detection
The spare wheel is not fitted with a 
sensor. The punctured wheel must 
be repaired by a CITROËN dealer or 
aqualified workshop.
Practical information  
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Changing a bulb
The headlamps are fitted with 
polycarbonate glass with a protective 
coating:
F 
d
 o not clean them using a dr y 
or abrasive cloth, nor with a 
detergent or solvent product,
F
 
u
 se a sponge and soapy water or a 
pH neutral product,
F
 
w
 hen using a high pressure 
washer on persistent marks, do not 
keep the lance directed towards 
the lamps or their edges for too 
long, so as not to damage their 
protective coating and seals. Changing a bulb should only be done 
after the headlamp has been switched 
off for several minutes (risk of serious 
burns).
F
 
D
 o not touch the bulb directly with 
your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.
It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs to avoid 
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a 
new bulb with the same type and 
specification.Light-emitting diodes (LEd)
For the replacement of this type of 
lamp, go to a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
LED (light-emitting diode) replacement 
kits are available from CITROËN 
dealers.
Risk of electrocution
Xenon bulbs (D1S) must be replaced 
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.