brake light Citroen NEMO 2008 1.G Owner's Manual

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Familiarisation INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS

1. Steering wheel adjustment control.

2. Lights and direction indicators controls.

3. Instrument panel.

4. Driver’s air bag.
Horn.

5. Gear lever.

6. Handbrake.

7. Bonnet release.

8. Exterior mirror controls.

9. Fuse box.

10. Manual headlamp height adjustment.

11. Side adjustable and closing vent.

12. Front side window demisting vent.

13. Windscreen demisting vent.

14. Steering lock and ignition.

15. Wipers / wash-wipe / trip computer
controls.

16. Central adjustable and closing vents.

17. Passenger air bag.

18. MENU button.

19. Glove box.

20. Lighter.

21. Ashtray.

22. Heating / air conditioning controls.

23. Audio equipment.

24. Electric window controls.

25. 12V socket.

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Instruments and controls
WARNING LIGHTS
Each time the engine is started: a series of warning lights comes on applying a self-checking test. T hey switch off almost immediately.
When the engine is running: the warning light becom es a warning sign if it remains on continuously or flashes. This initial warning may be
accompanied by an audible signal and a message on t he display. “Do not ignore these warnings.”

Warning
light
is indicates Solution - action

Service on temporarily. minor faults. Consult a CITROËN
dealer . continuously on,
accompanied by a
message on the display. major faults. Make a note of the warning message and contact
a CITROËN dealer .
Parking brake fluid level on.

that the parking brake is applied or
has not been released correctly. Releasing the parking brake switches off the
warning light.
on. that the fl uid level is too low.
Top up with a fl uid recommended by a CITROËN dealer .
continuously on, even
though the level is correct.
Stop immediately, park, switch off the ignition
and contact a CITROËN dealer .
Low engine oil level on.
that the level of oil in the
engine is too low. Check the engine oil level and contact a
CITROËN dealer .
continuously on, even
though the level is
correct.

Stop immediately, park, switch off the ignition
and contact a CITROËN dealer .
Coolant temperature on with the needle in
the red zone.
an abnormal increase. Park and switch off the ignition, allow the circui
t to
cool. Visually check the level.
on H in the red zone. an abnormal increase in the
coolant temperature. Refer to the “Levels” section of chapter 7.
Consult a CITROËN dealer .

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Warning lightlight
is indicates Solution - action
Front air bag flashing or
continuously on. the failure of an air bag. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer
without delay. Refer to the “Air bags” section of
chapter 5.
Side air bag flashing or
continuously on. the failure of an air bag. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer
without delay. Refer to the “Air bags” section of
chapter 5.
Disarming of the
passenger ’s front air
bag on. that this air bag has been
disarmed intentionally in
the presence of a rear
facing child seat. Configure via the trip computer MENU menu.
Refer to the “Menu” section of chapter 3.
ABS continuously on. failure of the system. The vehicle retains conventional braking without
assistance. However, you are advised to stop
and contact a CITROËN dealer .
Emission control
system flashing or
continuously on.
failure of the system. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer
without delay.
Electronic immobiliser on. the ignition key inserted is
not recognised.
The vehicle cannot be started.
Use another key and have the faulty key
checked by a CITROËN dealer . Refer to the
“Access” section of chapter 1.
Front brake pads on. brake pad wear. Have the pa ds replaced by a CITROËN dealer .

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Instruments and controls

Warning
light
is indicates Solution - action
Rear parking assistance on. failure of the syste m. The audible assistance is no longer active.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer without delay.
Electronic gearbox
system
on, accompanied by a
flashing of “AUTO”. A gearbox fault. Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer without delay.

Display
displays indicates Solution - action

External temperature the temperature which
flashes accompanied
by a message on the
display. weather conditions
which could result in the
presence of ice on the
road.
Be especially vigilant and do not brake sharply.
Refer to the “Driving safety” section of
chapter 5.
Date
11:00:00 a setting:
of the Date.
of the Time. a configuration via the
MENU menu.
Refer to the “Menu” section of chapter 3.
Headlamp beam height a headlamp height
setting. a position from 0 to 3
depending on the load
carried. Adjust using the control on the fascia panel.
Refer to the “Steering wheel controls” section of
chapter 1.

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Instruments and controls

Warning
light
is indicates Solution - action
Rear parking assistance on. failure of the syste m. The audible assistance is no longer active.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer without delay.
Electronic gearbox
system
on, accompanied by a
flashing of “AUTO”. A gearbox fault. Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer without delay.

Display
displays indicates Solution - action

External temperature the temperature which
flashes accompanied
by a message on the
display. weather conditions
which could result in the
presence of ice on the
road.
Be especially vigilant and do not brake sharply.
Refer to the “Driving safety” section of
chapter 5.
Date
11:00:00 a setting:
of the Date.
of the Time. a configuration via the
MENU menu.
Refer to the “Menu” section of chapter 3.
Headlamp beam height a headlamp height
setting. a position from 0 to 3
depending on the load
carried. Adjust using the control on the fascia panel.
Refer to the “Steering wheel controls” section of
chapter 1.

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Steering wheel controls
WIPERS STALK
Windscreen wipers
Wiping is only active when the ignition key is
in the RUNNING position.
The stalk may have four different positions.
Three speeds can be selected by turning the
ring.
To change the blades, refer to the
“Changing a wiper blade” section of
chapter 7.
Good practice
Check that the windscreen wiper blades can
operate freely when using the wipers in icy
weather.
Slow intermittent.
Slow continuous.
Fast continuous.
Single wipe: by pushing up.
Windscreen wash
Push the stalk down, the windscreen wash
alone is activated.
Hold the stalk down, the windscreen wash
is accompanied by a timed sweep of the
wipers. To top up the levels, refer to the
“Levels” section of chapter 7.
Rear wiper
This is positioned on the window
of the large rear door.
Turn the ring.
Rear screen wash
The rear screen wash is incorporated next to
the third brake light.
Push the stalk up, the rear screen wash
alone is activated.
Hold the stalk up, the rear screen wash is
accompanied by a timed sweep of the wiper.

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Gearbox and steering wheel
Stopping – Starting on a gradient
This is an electronic gearbox system without
a clutch pedal.
To immobilise the vehicle on a gradient,
you must use the parking brake and not
the accelerator.
When starting on a gradient, accelerate
gradually while releasing the parking brake.
Changing to sequential mode
Once you have started the engine, you
can go into sequential mode by selecting
position M.
“AUTO” disappears and
the gears selected appear
successively on the instrument
panel display.
Gear change requests are only possible if
the engine speed allows them.
Gently lift your foot from the accelerator
pedal to select the gear.
When driving at low speed (e.g. approaching
a stop sign or at traffic lights), the gearbox
automatically changes down to first gear.
Changing to automatic mode
When in sequential mode, you can return to
automatic mode by selecting position A.
Stopping the vehicle
Before switching off the engine, you can :
- select position N to engage neutral.
- leave a gear engaged, such as first or
reverse gear.
In either case, you must engage the parking
brake to immobilise the vehicle.
Reinitialising
Following a battery disconnection, you must
reinitialise the gearbox :
- switch on the ignition, “AUTO” appears
on the instrument panel display,
- press on the brake pedal,
- wait for about 30 seconds until “N” or
a gear appears on the instrument panel
display,
- release the brake pedal.
The gearbox is now operational again.
Operating anomaly
With the ignition switched on, the fl ashing of “AUTO” and the lighting of this warning lamp, accompanied by a sound signal and a message on the instrument panel display, indicate a
gearbox malfunction.
Have the system checked by your CITROËN dealer.
You must always press the brake pedal
down when starting the engine.
When the vehicle is moving, never
select neutral N.
Only select reverse gear R with the vehicle
stationary and your foot on the brake pedal.
In all cases, you must engage the parking
brake to immobilise the vehicle.
When on a steep gradient, you are advised
to use sequential mode.
“AUTO” is displayed and the
gear selected appears on the
instrument panel display.
The gearbox operates in
automatic mode, without the need for driver
intervention.
It always selects the gear best suited to the
following parameters :
- driving style,
- road profile,
- vehicle load.
To maximise driving comfort and obtain the
most suitable gear, avoid making rough
movements on the accelerator pedal.
If you press the accelerator beyond the point
of resistance, the gearbox selects the next
gear down to allow for faster acceleration.

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Driving safety
PARKING BRAKE
Applying
Pull the parking brake to immobilise your
vehicle.
Check that the parking brake is applied
firmly before leaving the vehicle. If the parking brake is still on or has
not been released properly, this is
indicated by this warning light which
comes on on the instrument panel.
When parking on a slope, direct your wheels
towards the pavement and pull the parking
brake. There is no advantage in engaging a
gear after parking the vehicle, particularly if
the vehicle is loaded.
Releasing
Pull the handle and press the button to lower
the parking brake.
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
Press this button, the two direction
indicators flash.
They operate with the ignition off.
When the hazard warning lights are switched
on, the change of direction function, via the
right-hand or left-hand direction indicator, is
deactivated.

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SAFETY
Driving safety
HORN
Press the centre of the steering wheel.
ABS ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
The ABS system improves vehicle stability
and handling during braking, particularly on
surfaces with poor adhesion (e.g. damaged
or slippery road surfaces).
Note : when changing a wheel (tyres
and rims), ensure that they meet the
manufacturer ’s requirements.
The anti-locking system automatically
intervenes when there is a risk of the wheels
locking.
The normal functioning of the ABS system
may be indicated by light vibrations on the
brake pedal.
When braking in an emergency, press
hard on the brake pedal without releasing
the force.
If the ABS warning lamp lights
up on the instrument panel, this
indicates a malfunction of the ABS
system, which could lead to a loss
of control of the vehicle when braking.
You must stop.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
Good practice
The anti-lock braking system comes into
operation automatically when there is a risk
of wheel lock. It does not permit shorter
braking. On very slippery road surfaces
(ice, oil, etc.) the ABS may lengthen the
braking distances. In emergency braking,
do not hesitate to press the brake pedal
firmly, without releasing the pressure, even
on slippery roads, you will then be able to
continue to manoeuvre the vehicle to avoid
an obstacle.

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Towing a trailer
In certain cases of particularly arduous
use (towing the maximum load up a steep
slope in high temperatures), the engine
automatically limits its power. In this
case, the automatic cutting off of the air
conditioning allows the engine power to be
recovered.
If the coolant temperature
warning light comes on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
See the “Levels” section of chapter 7.

Tyres: check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle (see the “Identification
features” section of chapter 7) and of
the trailer, observing the recommended
pressure.

Brakes: towing increases the braking
distance. Drive at a moderate speed,
change down early and brake gradually.
Side wind: sensitivity to side wind is
increased. Drive smoothly and at a
moderate speed.

ABS: the system only controls the vehicle,
not the trailer.
Rear parking assistance:
the assistance will be deactivated
automatically when a CITROËN towbar is
used (see the “Rear parking assistance”
section of chapter 4).
Towbar
We recommend the use of CITROËN
towbars and their harnesses, which have
been tested and approved from the design
stage of your vehicle, and that the fitting of
this equipment is entrusted to a CITROËN
dealer .
If this equipment is not fitted by a CITROËN
dealer , it is essential that it is fitted using
the electrical pre-equipment located at the
rear of the vehicle in accordance with the
manufacturer ’s instructions.
The operation of the sensors is deactivated
automatically when the pin of the trailer
cable is inserted in the towbar socket.
When the trailer cable pin is removed, the
sensors are re-activated.

Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest objects are as close as possible
to the axle and the nose weight is close to
the maximum authorised without, however,
exceeding it. The air density decreases with
altitude, so reducing the performance of
the engine. The maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for each 1000 metres
of altitude. Refer to the “Technical data”
chapter for details of the weights and
towed loads applicable to your vehicle and
also to the administrative documents (V5
registration document, etc.).