warning light CITROEN BERLINGO VAN 2021 User Guide
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Instruments
Associated warning lamps
Two successive alert levels indicate that the 
energy available has dropped to a low level:
1st level: Reserve
The state of charge of the traction battery is low.
Fixed and indicator in the red zone, 
accompanied by an audible signal.
►
 
V
iew the remaining range on the instrument 
panel.
►
 
Put the vehicle on charge as soon as 
possible.
2nd level: Critical
The state of charge of the traction battery  is critical.
Fixed, together with the reserve warning lamp, 
accompanied by an audible signal.
►
 
Y
ou must put the vehicle on charge.
The remaining range is no longer  calculated. The drive train power 
gradually decreases.
The heating and air conditioning are switched 
off (even if the thermal comfort consumption 
indicator is not at the "ECO" level). 
Thermal comfort consumption 
indicator (Electric)
(Depending on version) 
 
The gauge shows the consumption of the 
traction battery's electrical energy by the thermal 
comfort devices in the passenger compartment.
The devices in question are the heating and air 
conditioning systems.
This equipment can be used:
–
 
If the vehicle is not plugged in, when the 
READY
 lamp is lit.
–
 
If the vehicle is plugged in, when the ignition is 
switched on ("Lounge" mode).
Selecting  ECO
 mode limits the performance of 
some of this equipment. The thermal comfort 
consumption indicator then moves into the 
"ECO" zone.
To quickly heat or cool the passenger  compartment, feel free to temporarily 
select the maximum heating or cooling 
setting.
When the heating is on maximum, the gauge 
on the thermal comfort consumption indicator 
is in the MAX zone. When the air conditioning 
is on maximum, it stays in the ECO zone.
Excessive use of thermal comfort equipment, 
particularly at low speed, can significantly 
decrease the vehicle's range.
Remember to optimise equipment settings 
upon achieving the desired level of comfort, 
and adjust them if necessary whenever you 
start the vehicle.
After an extended period without using the 
heating, you may notice a slight odour during 
the first few minutes of use.
Lighting dimmer
This control lets you manually adjust the 
brightness of the instrument panel according to 
the exterior light level.
With LCD symbols and LCD 
text/matrix instrument panel
 
 
 
 
With the lamps on (not in the AUTO position) , 
press button A to increase the brightness of the 
lighting, or button  B to decrease it.
Release the button when the desired brightness 
is reached.   
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Access
The audible warning, the lighting of the "door 
open" warning lamp and the message on the 
screen are there to remind you. Contact a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop if 
you want to deactivate this warning.
Lock the vehicle when you use an automatic 
car wash.
Before opening or closing and while 
moving doors, ensure that no person, 
animal or object is in the door frame or any 
other position that would block the desired 
movement, inside or outside the vehicle.
If this advice is not followed, injuries or 
damage may occur if any part of a person or 
an object is trapped or caught.
Take care not to block the guide space  on the floor so that the door can slide 
correctly.
For safety and functional reasons, do not 
drive with the sliding side door open.
 
 
 
 
To hold the sliding side door in the open  position, open the door fully to engage 
the latch (located at the bottom of the door).
To hold the sliding side door in the open  position, open the door fully to engage 
the latch (located at the bottom of the door).
Doors and door clearances 
 
When open, a door projects beyond the body. 
Allow adequate clearance when parking 
alongside walls, lamp-posts, high pavements, 
etc.
 
 
When open, a door never projects 
beyond the rear bumper.
On a steep slope 
 
Take care when opening doors while the vehicle 
is on a slope facing uphill. The sloping terrain 
could cause the door to open more quickly than 
usual.
On a steep slope, manually guide the side door 
to help it to close.
If the vehicle is on a slope facing downhill, 
the door may not stay open, instead closing 
suddenly, with a risk of injury. Always hold 
the door to ensure that it does not close 
unexpectedly.
On a steep slope, the door's weight may 
cause it to move, opening or closing 
suddenly as a result.
Avoid leaving the vehicle unsupervised on a 
steep slope with one or more doors open. If 
this advice is not followed, injuries or damage 
may occur if a person or an object is trapped 
or caught.
Rear roof flap 
    
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Lighting and visibility
4on the part of the driver. They can also come 
on if rain is detected, at the same time as the 
automatic rain sensitive wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient 
level or after the windscreen wipers are switched 
off, the lamps are switched off automatically.
 
 
► Turn the ring to the "AUTO" position. When 
the function is activated, a message is also 
displayed.
► 
T
 urn the ring to another position . An 
onscreen message is displayed to confirm that 
the function has been deactivated.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction of the rain/
sunshine sensor, the vehicle’s lamps 
come on and this warning lamp is displayed on 
the instrument panel, accompanied by an 
audible signal and/or the display of a message.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor, 
located on the dashboard or at the top 
centre of the windscreen behind the interior 
rear view mirror (depending on equipment); 
the associated functions would no longer be 
controlled.
In fog or snow, the rain/sunshine sensor 
may detect sufficient light. For this 
reason, the lighting will not come on 
automatically.
The inner surface of the windscreen may  become misted up and affect the proper 
operation of the rain/sunshine sensor.
In humid and cold weather, demist the 
windscreen regularly.
Daytime running lamps / 
Sidelamps
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The front lamps light up automatically when the 
engine starts.
They provide the following functions:
–  
Daytime running lamps (lighting control stalk in 
the "
AUTO" position with adequate light level).
–
 
Sidelamps (lighting control stalk in the " AUT
O" 
position with low light levels or "Sidelamps only” 
or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").
The LEDs are brighter when operating as  daytime running lamps.
Guide-me-home and 
welcome lighting
Guide-me-home lighting
Automatic
With the ring of the lighting control stalk in the 
"AUTO" position and when the light is poor, the 
dipped beam headlamps come on automatically 
when the ignition is switched off.   
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Lighting and visibility
4To avoid damaging the wiper blades, do not operate the screenwash if the 
screenwash reservoir is empty.
Only operate the screenwash if there is no 
risk of the fluid freezing on the windscreen 
and hindering visibility. During the winter 
period, use "very cold climate" rated products.
Never top up with water.
Low screenwash fluid level
When the low level of the reservoir is 
reached, this warning lamp lights up on 
the instrument panel, accompanied by an 
audible signal and a message.
It comes on when the ignition is switched on, 
or every time the stalk is operated, until the 
reservoir is refilled.
Refill the screenwash reservoir (or have it 
refilled) the next time you stop.
Rear wiper 
 
► Turn the ring to align the desired symbol with 
the marking.
Off 
Intermittent wiping 
Screenwash-wipe 
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper 
will come into operation automatically if the front 
windscreen wipers are operating.
Activation/Deactivation
The settings are changed via the  Driving/Vehicle touch screen 
menu.
This function is activated by default. 
In the event of accumulation of snow or 
hard frost or if a bicycle carrier is fitted to 
a towing device, deactivate the automatic rear 
wiper via the touch screen's
 
Driving/ V
 ehicle 
menu.
Special position of the 
windscreen wipers
This maintenance position is used while cleaning 
or replacing the wiper blades. It can also be 
useful, in wintry weather (ice, snow), to release 
the wiper blades from the windscreen.
To maintain the effectiveness of the flat  wiper blades, it is advisable to:
–
 
handle them with care.
– clean them regularly using soapy water .
–  avoid using them to hold cardboard on the 
windscreen.
–
 
replace them at the first signs of wear
 .
Before removing a windscreen wiper blade 
 
Operating the wiper control stalk immediately 
after switching off the ignition will place the wiper 
blades in a vertical position.
► 
Proceed with the desired operation or the 
replacement of the wiper blades.
After refitting a windscreen wiper blade
► To return the wiper blades to their initial 
position after the operation, switch on the ignition 
and operate the wiper control stalk.    
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5Horn 
 
► Press the central part of the steering wheel.
Pedestrian horn (Electric)
This system alerts pedestrians that the vehicle is approaching.
The pedestrian horn operates once the vehicle 
is moving and at speeds of up to 19 mph 
(30
  km/h), in forward or reverse gear.
This function cannot be deactivated.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, this warning 
lamp lights up on the instrument panel.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Electronic stability control 
(ESC)
The electronic stability control programme  includes the following systems:
–
 
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Electronic 
brake force distribution (EBFD).
–
 
Emergency braking assistance (EBA).
–
 
Anti-slip regulation (ASR).
–
 
Dynamic stability control (DSC).
–
 
T
 railer stability assist (TSA).
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)/Electronic brake force 
distribution (EBFD)
These systems enhance the vehicle’s stability 
and handling during braking, and enable greater 
control while cornering, particularly on poor or 
slippery road surfaces.
ABS prevents wheel locking in the event of 
emergency braking.
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) 
manages overall braking pressure on each 
individual wheel.
►
 
When braking in an emergency
 , depress 
the pedal very firmly and maintain this 
pressure.
Normal operation of the ABS may make 
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake 
pedal.
The fixed illumination of this warning lamp  signals that there is a fault with the ABS.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive 
carefully at a moderate speed.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
This warning lamp, when lit together with  the STOP and ABS warning lamps, 
accompanied by a message and an audible 
signal, indicates an EBFD malfunction.
You must stop the vehicle.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off 
the ignition.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims), 
ensure that these are approved for your 
vehicle.
After an impact
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or 
a qualified workshop.
Emergency braking 
assistance (EBA)
This system reduces the emergency stopping 
distance, by optimising the braking pressure.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which 
the brake pedal is depressed. The effect of this 
is a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and 
an increase in braking efficiency.   
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Anti-slip regulation (ASR) / Dynamic stability control 
(DSC)
Anti-slip regulation (or traction control) optimises 
traction by using engine braking and by applying 
the brakes on the driving wheels to avoid one 
or more wheels spinning. It also enhances the 
vehicle's directional stability.
If there is a difference between the vehicle’s 
trajectory and the path desired by the driver, the 
dynamic stability control system automatically 
uses engine braking and the brakes on one or 
more wheels to return the vehicle to the desired 
path, within the limits of the laws of physics.
These systems are activated automatically every 
time the vehicle is started.
These systems are activated in the event of a problem with grip or trajectory 
(confirmed by this warning lamp flashing on the 
instrument panel).
Deactivation / Reactivation 
 
In exceptional conditions (moving a vehicle that 
is bogged down in mud, stuck in snow, on loose 
soil, etc.), it may prove useful to deactivate the  DSC/ASR systems, so that the wheels can move 
freely and regain grip.
However, it is recommended that the system be 
reactivated as soon as possible.
These systems are reactivated automatically 
every time the ignition is switched off, or from 31 
mph (50
  km/h).
At speeds below 31 mph (50   km/h), the systems 
can be reactivated manually.
Press this button or turn the thumbwheel 
to this position.
The indicator lamp in the button or thumbwheel 
comes on: the DSC/ASR systems no longer 
have an effect on engine operation.
To reactivate the system:
Press this button.  
Or
Turn the thumbwheel to this position. 
The indicator lamp in the button or thumbwheel 
goes off.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, this warning 
lamp lights up on the instrument panel, 
accompanied by the display of a message and 
an audible signal.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
ASR/DSC
These systems enhance safety during 
normal driving, but should not encourage 
the driver to take extra risks or drive at high 
speed.
It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain, snow, 
ice) that the risk of loss of grip increases. It 
is therefore important for your safety to keep 
these systems activated in all conditions, and 
particularly in difficult conditions.
Correct operation of these systems depends 
on compliance with the manufacturer's 
recommendations relating to the wheels 
(tyres and rims), braking and electronic 
components, as well as the assembly and 
repair procedures provided by CITROËN 
dealers.
In order to ensure that these systems remain 
effective in wintry conditions, the use of snow 
or all-season tyres is recommended. All four 
wheels must be fitted with tyres approved for 
your vehicle.
All tyre specifications are listed on the 
tyre/paint label. For more information 
on Identification markings , refer to the 
corresponding section.
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
When towing, this system reduces the risk of the 
vehicle or trailer snaking.   
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5Operation
The system is activated automatically when the 
ignition is switched on.
The electronic stability control system (ESC) 
must not have any faults.
The vehicle speed must be between 37 and 99 
mph (60 and 160  km/h).
If the system detects that the trailer is 
snaking, it applies the brakes to stabilise 
the trailer and reduces engine power, if 
necessary, to slow the vehicle (indicated by the 
flashing of this warning lamp on the instrument 
panel and the brake lamps coming on).
For information on weights and towed loads, 
refer to the Engine technical data and towed 
loads section or your vehicle’s registration 
certificate.
To ensure safe driving with a  Towing device, 
refer to the corresponding section.
Malfunction
If a fault occurs, this warning lamp lights 
up on the instrument panel, accompanied 
by a message and an audible signal.
To continue towing a trailer, reduce speed and 
drive carefully!
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
The trailer stability control system  provides an extra safety feature under 
normal driving conditions, when following the 
recommendations for use of trailers and 
current legislation in force in your country. It 
must not encourage the driver to take extra 
risks, such as using a trailer in unsuitable 
conditions of operation (e.g.
  excessive load, 
exceeded nose weight, worn or under-inflated 
tyres, faulty braking system) or driving at 
excessive speed.
In certain cases, the system may not detect 
trailer snaking, particularly with a light trailer.
When driving on slippery or poor surfaces, the 
system may not be able to prevent sudden 
trailer snaking.
Advanced Grip Control
(Depending on version)
A special, patented traction control system, 
which improves driveability on snow, mud and 
sand.
This system, optimised for operation in a range 
of conditions, enables you to manoeuvre in most 
slippery conditions (encountered during normal 
passenger car use).
When combined with all-season Peak Mountain 
Snow Flake tyres, this system offers a 
compromise between safety, grip and driveability.
When combined with suitable tyres, this system 
offers a compromise between safety, grip and 
driveability.
The accelerator pedal should be pressed 
sufficiently to allow the system to harness the 
power of the engine. Operation at high engine 
speeds is completely normal.
A five-position selector knob allows you to 
choose the setting best suited to the driving 
conditions encountered.
An indicator lamp associated with each mode 
comes on, accompanied by the display of a 
message to confirm your choice.
Operating modes 
 
 
 
Standard (ESC)
This mode is calibrated for a low level of  wheel spin, based on the different levels 
of grip normally encountered on the road.
Whenever the ignition is switched off, the 
system automatically resets to this mode.   
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5 
 
 
 
► To select the system, at speeds below 
31 mph (50   km/h), press this button until 
its lamp lights up; this indicator
  lamp appears in 
green on the instrument panel.
The system becomes active at speeds below 19 
mph (30
  km/h).
►
 
When the vehicle begins its descent, the 
driver can release the accelerator and brake 
pedals; the system regulates the speed:
– If the gearbox is in first or second gear , 
the speed decreases and the 
indicator
  lamp flashes rapidly.
–
 
If the gearbox is in neutral or if the clutch 
pedal is depressed, the speed decreases and 
the indicator
  lamp flashes slowly; in this case, 
the maintained descent speed is lower.
On a downward slope, with the vehicle 
stationary, if the driver releases the accelerator 
and brake pedals, the system will release the 
brakes to set the vehicle gradually in motion.
The brake lamps light up automatically when the 
system is regulating.
If the speed exceeds 19 mph (30
  km/h), 
regulation is paused automatically, the  indicator
  lamp goes back to grey in the 
instrument panel, but the green indicator lamp in 
the button remains on.
Regulation resumes automatically when the 
speed falls below 19 mph (30   km/h) again, if the 
slope and pedal release conditions are met.
You can depress the accelerator or brake pedal 
again at any time.
Switching off
► Press the button until its indicator lamp goes 
off; the indicator lamp on the instrument panel 
goes off.
At speeds above 43 mph (70
  km/h), the system 
is automatically deactivated; the indicator lamp in 
the button goes off.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, this warning 
lamp comes on in green on the 
instrument panel, accompanied by the display of 
a message.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Seat belts
Front seat belts 
 
The front seat belts are fitted with a pyrotechnic 
pretensioning system and force limiter.
This system improves safety in the front seats 
in the event of a front or side impact. Depending 
on the severity of the impact, the pyrotechnic 
pretensioning system instantly tightens the seat 
belts against the body of the occupants.
The pyrotechnic pretensioning seat belts are 
enabled when the ignition is on.
The force limiter reduces the pressure of the 
seat belt on the chest of the occupant, thus 
improving their protection.
 
 
The front seat belts are fitted with a single 
pyrotechnic pretensioning system (or  double on 
the driver’s side, depending on equipment) and a 
force limiter (or progressive force limiter on the 
driver’s side, depending on equipment options).
This system improves safety in the front seats in 
the event of a front or side impact.
Depending on the severity of the impact, the 
single pyrotechnic pretensioning system 
instantly tightens the seat belts against the body 
of the occupants.
The double  pyrotechnic pretensionsining system 
operates the same way, except that it uses two 
anchor points rather than one, for enhanced 
effectiveness.
The pyrotechnic pretensioning seat belts are 
enabled when the ignition is on.   
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6.Rear centre seat belt (row 2) not fastened/
unfastened warning lamp.
7. Rear right-hand seat belt (row 2) not 
fastened/unfastened warning lamp.
Not fastened at the front
When the ignition is switched on, warning lamp 
1 lights up on the instrument panel (depending 
on version) and the corresponding indicator lamp 
(2, 3 or 4 (depending on version)) lights up if the 
driver and/or front passenger have not fastened 
their seat belts.
At a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h), 
these warning lamps flash, accompanied by an 
increasing audible signal for approximately two 
minutes. After two minutes, these warning lamps 
remain on as long as the front seatbelts are not 
fastened.
Not fastened at the rear
When the ignition is switched on, with the engine 
running or the vehicle moving at a speed below 
12
  mph (20   km/h), warning lamp  1 (depending 
on version) and the corresponding indicator 
lamps (5 to 7) light up for around sixty seconds, 
if one or more rear seat belts (row 2) are not 
fastened.
 
 
There are no seat belt warning lamps for  row 3.
Unfastened
After the ignition is switched on, warning lamp  1 
(depending on version) and the corresponding 
indicator lamps light up if the driver and/or one or 
more passengers unfasten their seat belts.
At a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h), these 
warning lamps flash, accompanied by an audible 
signal for approximately two minutes. After this 
time, these warning lamps remain on as long as 
the seatbelts are not refastened.
Advice
The driver must ensure that passengers  use the seat belts correctly and that they 
are all fastened before setting off.
Wherever seated in the vehicle, you must 
always fasten the seat belt, even for short 
journeys.
Do not invert the seat belt buckles, as they 
will not fulfil their role properly.
To ensure the proper functioning of the belt 
buckles, make sure that there are no foreign 
bodies present (e.g.
  a coin) before fastening.
Before and after use, ensure that the seat belt 
is reeled in correctly.
After folding or moving a seat or rear bench 
seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned 
and reeled in correctly.
Installation
The lower part of the strap must be 
positioned as low as possible over the pelvis.
The upper part must be positioned in the 
hollow of the shoulder.
At the front, adjusting the position of the 
seat belt may require the seat height to be 
adjusted.
In order to be effective, a seat belt must:
–
 
be tightened as close to the body as 
possible.
–
 
be pulled in front of you with a smooth 
movement, checking that it is not twisted.
–
 
must only be used to secure one person.
–
 
not show signs of tearing or fraying.
–
 
not be changed or modified, in order to 
avoid affecting its performance.
Recommendations for children
Use a suitable child seat if the passenger 
is less than 12 years old or shorter than 1.5 
metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure more 
than one child.
Never carry a child on your lap.
For more information on  Child seats, refer to 
the corresponding section.
Maintenance
In accordance with current safety 
regulations, for all work on your vehicle's 
seat belts, contact a qualified workshop with 
the skills and equipment needed, which a 
CITROËN dealer is able to provide.   
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5Have the seat belts checked regularly by a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop, 
particularly if the straps show signs of 
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy water or 
a textile cleaning product, sold by CITROËN 
dealers.
In the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and 
seriousness of the impacts, the pyrotechnic 
device may trigger before and independently 
of airbag deployment. Deployment of the 
pretensioners is accompanied by a slight 
discharge of harmless smoke and a noise, 
due to the activation of the pyrotechnic 
cartridge incorporated in the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp comes 
on.
Following an impact, have the seat belt 
system checked, and if necessary replaced, 
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
Airbags
General information
This system is designed to improve the safety 
of the occupants of the front seats and the rear 
outer seats in the event of a violent collision. The 
airbags supplement the action of the seat belts 
equipped with a force limiting system.
Electronic detectors record and analyse the 
front and side impacts sustained in the impact 
detection zones:
–
 
In the event of violent impact, the airbags 
deploy instantly and help better protect the 
occupants of the vehicle; immediately after the 
impact, the airbags deflate rapidly in order not 
to hinder the visibility or the possible exit of the 
occupants.
–
 
In the event of a slight impact, a rear impact 
and under certain rollover conditions, the airbags 
may not deploy; only the seat belt helps to 
protect you in these situations.
The seriousness of the impact depends on the 
nature of the obstacle and the speed of the 
vehicle at the moment of collision.
The airbags do not operate when the 
ignition is switched off.
This equipment will only deploy once. If a 
second impact occurs (during the same or a 
subsequent accident), the airbag will not be 
deployed again.
Impact detection zones
A. Front impact zone
B. Side impact zone
When one or more airbags are deployed, 
the detonation of the pyrotechnic charge 
incorporated in the system makes a noise and 
releases a small quantity of smoke.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive 
individuals may experience irritation.
The detonation noise associated with the 
deployment of one or more airbags may result 
in a slight loss of hearing for a short time.