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6This function allows you to anticipate certain 
situations, such as overtaking another vehicle or 
approaching a bend in the road. 
After a few seconds with no inputs via the control 
paddles, the gearbox reverts to automatic 
operation.
Creeping (moving without 
using the accelerator)
This function facilitates manoeuvring of the 
vehicle at low speed (when parking, in traffic 
jams, etc.).
When the engine is at idle, with the parking 
brake released and gear position D, M or R 
selected, the vehicle begins to creep forward 
as soon as you take your foot off the brake pedal 
(even without pressing the accelerator).
As a safety precaution, never leave the  vehicle with the engine running and the 
doors closed.
Manual operation
► With the selector in position  D , press 
button M to enable 6-speed  sequential 
gear changing.
The indicator lamp for the button comes on.
►
 
Operate the "
 +" or "-" steering mounted 
controls. 
M appears and the engaged gears are 
shown in succession on the instrument 
panel.
► You can revert to automatic operation at any 
time by pressing button  M again.
The indicator lamp for the button goes off.
In manual mode, there is no need to 
release the accelerator pedal while 
changing gear.
It is only possible to change from one 
gear to another if the vehicle speed and 
engine speed permit.
If the engine speed is too low or too high, 
the selected gear flashes for a few 
seconds, then the gear actually engaged is 
shown.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving very 
slowly, the gearbox automatically selects gear 
M1.
To preserve the brakes while descending  a steep incline, use engine braking to 
reduce your speed (change down or select a 
lower gear).
Keeping the brake pedal pressed 
continuously for long periods can overheat 
the brakes, with the risk of damaging the 
braking system or making it inoperative.
Only use the brakes when necessary, to slow 
or stop the vehicle.
Depending on the road configuration 
(e.g. mountainous road), manual 
operation may be preferable.
Automatic operation may not always be 
suitable, and does not enable engine braking.
Invalid value during manual 
operation
This symbol is displayed if a gear is not  engaged correctly (gear selector between 
two positions).
►
 
Place the selector "correctly" at a position.
Switching off the vehicle
Before switching off the engine, select position 
P then apply the parking brake to immobilise 
the vehicle, unless this is set to automatic mode 
(with electric parking brake).
Check that mode
  P has been engaged and that 
the electric parking brake has been applied 
automatically; if not, apply it manually.
The corresponding indicator lamps in the 
selector and the electric parking brake control 
lever must be on, as well as those on the 
instrument panel.
A point of resistance may be noticed  when moving to position  P.
If the selector is not in position P, when the 
driver's door is opened or approximately 45 
seconds after the ignition is switched off,    
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an audible signal sounds and a message 
appears.
► 
Return the drive selector to position  P
; 
the audible signal stops and the message 
disappears.
When positioned on a steep slope with a 
loaded vehicle,  depress the brake 
pedal, select position P, apply the parking 
brake, unless it is set to automatic mode (with 
electric parking brake), then release the brake 
pedal.
In all circumstances, ensure that the 
selector is in position  P before leaving 
your vehicle.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, this warning 
lamp comes on and a message is 
displayed, when the ignition is switched on.
In this case, the gearbox goes into back-up 
mode and is locked in 3
rd gear. You may feel a 
significant jolt (without risk to the gearbox) when 
changing from
 
P
 to R and from N to R.
Do not exceed 62 mph (100
  km/h), local speed 
restrictions permitting.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer 
or a qualified workshop.
There is a risk of damaging the gearbox: –  If the accelerator and brake pedals are 
depressed simultaneously
.
–
 
In the event of a battery failure, forcing the 
selector from position  P
 to another position.
Automatic gearbox
Never try to start the engine by pushing 
the vehicle.
Automatic gearbox (Type  2)
Automatic 8-speed gearbox with push selector. 
It also offers a manual mode with gear changes 
via control paddles located
  behind the steering 
wheel.
Push selector 
 
P. Auto Park
Press this button to switch to Parking mode.
For parking the vehicle: the front wheels are 
blocked.
R. Reverse
N. Neutral
To free-wheel and move the vehicle, with the 
ignition off.
For more information on Free-wheeling, refer 
to the corresponding section.
D. Driving in automatic mode
The gearbox manages gear changes 
according to the style of driving, the road 
profile and the vehicle load.
M. Driving in manual mode (Petrol/Diesel)
Press this button to switch to manual mode.
The driver changes gear using the steering-
mounted controls.
►
 
In mode 
 N, with your foot on the brake pedal, 
push without passing the point of resistance: •
 
Forwards, mode 
 R is selected.
•
 
Backwards, mode  D
 is selected.
Release the selector fully after each push; it 
will then return to its initial position.
Special cases
To avoid mode  N (quick change from D to R and 
back again):
►
 
In mode 
 R, push backwards past the point of 
resistance, mode  D is selected.
►
 
In mode 
 D, push forwards past the point of 
resistance,
  mode R is selected.   
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Switching the vehicle off
Regardless of the current gearbox mode, mode 
P is immediately engaged automatically when 
the ignition is switched off.
However, in mode N, mode P will be engaged 
after a delay of 5 seconds (time to enable free-
wheeling mode).
Check that mode  P has been engaged and 
that the electric parking brake was applied 
automatically; if not, apply it manually.
The corresponding indicator lamps on the  gear selector and the electric parking 
brake control must be on, as well as the 
indicator
  lamps on the instrument panel.
Gearbox malfunction
This warning lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible signal and 
the display of a message.
Visit a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Do not drive faster than 62
  mph (100   km/h), 
keeping to the speed limit.
Switching of the gearbox to back-up mode
Mode D locks in third gear.
The paddles on the steering wheel do not work 
and mode  M is no longer accessible.
You may feel a significant jolt on engaging 
reverse gear. This will not damage the gearbox.
Selector malfunction
Minor malfunction
This warning lamp comes on,  accompanied by the display of a message 
and an audible signal.
Drive carefully.
Visit a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
In some cases, the selector indicator lamps may 
no longer come on, but the gearbox state is still 
displayed on the instrument panel.
Major malfunction
This warning lamp comes on,  accompanied by the display of a 
message.
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.
Drive selector (Electric) 
 
The drive selector is a pulse selector with a 
regenerative braking function.
The drive selector provides traction control 
based on the driving style, the road profile and 
the vehicle load.
With regenerative braking activated, it also 
manages engine braking when the accelerator 
pedal is released.
P. Park
Button for parking the vehicle: the front 
wheels are locked (the button lights up to 
indicate that it is activated).
R. Reverse
To engage reverse gear, with your foot on the 
brake pedal.   
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Restarting the engine (START mode)
The engine automatically restarts as soon as the 
driver indicates the intention of moving off again:
With a manual gearbox: with the clutch pedal 
fully depressed.
With an automatic gearbox:
– 
With the selector in position  D
 or M: with the 
brake pedal released.
–
 
With the selector in position  N
 and the brake 
pedal released: with the selector at  D or M.
–
 
With the selector in position  P
 and the brake 
pedal depressed: with the selector at  R, N, D 
or M.
–
 
Reverse gear engaged.
Special cases
The engine will restart automatically if the 
conditions for operation are met again and in the 
following case:
– 
V
 ehicle speed exceeds 2 mph (3   km/h) 
(depending on engine).
In this case, this indicator lamp flashes for 
a few seconds, then goes off.
Malfunctions
Depending on the vehicle’s equipment:In the event of a system malfunction, this 
warning lamp flashes on the instrument 
panel.
The warning lamp in this button flashes  and a message appears, accompanied by 
an audible signal.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
The vehicle stalls in STOP mode
All of the instrument panel warning lamps come 
on if there is a fault.
Depending on version, a warning message 
may also be displayed, prompting you to place 
the gear selector in position  N and depress the 
brake pedal.
►
 
Switch off the ignition then start the engine 
again with the key or the " ST
ART/STOP" button.
12 V battery
The Stop & Start system requires a 
12 V battery of specific technology and 
specification.
All work must be carried out only by a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
Tyre under-inflation  detection
This system alerts the driver if one or more tyres 
suffer a drop in pressure.
The alert is raised when the vehicle is moving, 
not when stationary.
It compares the information given by the wheel 
speed sensors with  reference values, which 
must be reinitialised every time the tyre 
pressures are adjusted or a wheel changed.
It takes into account the last values stored 
during the reinitialisation request. It is therefore 
essential that the tyre pressure is correct during 
the operation. This operation is the driver’s 
responsibility.
The tyre under-inflation detection cannot,  in any circumstances, replace the need 
for vigilance on the part of the driver.
This system does not avoid the need to 
regularly check the tyre pressures (including 
the spare wheel), especially before a long 
journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres, particularly 
in adverse conditions (heavy load, high 
speed, long journey):
–
 
worsens road-holding.
–
 
lengthens braking distances.
–
 
causes premature wear of the tyres.
–
 
increases energy consumption.
The inflation pressures defined for the  vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure 
label.
For more information on the  Identification 
markings, refer to the corresponding section.
Checking tyre pressures
This check should be done monthly 
when the tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped for 
1 hour or after a journey of less than 6 miles 
(10
 
km) at moderate speeds).
Otherwise, add 0.3 bar to the pressures 
shown on the label.   
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6In certain extreme weather conditions 
(rain and/or snow, bright sunshine, etc.), 
the head-up display may not be legible or 
may suffer temporary interference.
Some sunglasses may hamper reading of the 
information.
To clean the projection blade, use a clean, 
soft cloth (such as a spectacles cloth or 
microfibre cloth). Do not use a dry or abrasive 
cloth, or detergent or solvent products, due to 
the risk of scratching the projection blade or 
damaging the non-reflective coating.
This system operates when the engine is  running, and the settings are saved when 
the ignition is switched off.
Driving and manoeuvring 
aids - General 
recommendations
Driving and manoeuvring aids cannot, in 
any circumstances, replace the need for 
vigilance on the part of the driver.
The driver must comply with the Highway 
Code, must remain in control of the vehicle in 
all circumstances and must be able to retake 
control of it at all times. The driver must adapt 
the speed to climatic conditions, traffic and 
the state of the road.
It is the driver's responsibility to constantly 
monitor traffic conditions, assess the distance 
and relative speed of other vehicles, and 
anticipate their manoeuvres before using the 
direction indicator and changing lanes.
These systems do not make it possible to 
exceed the laws of physics.
Driving aids
You should hold the steering wheel with 
both hands, always use the door and interior 
mirrors, always leave your feet close to the 
pedals and take a break every 2 hours.
Manoeuvring aids
The driver must always check the 
surroundings of the vehicle before and during 
the whole manoeuvre, in particular using the 
mirrors.
Radar(s)
The operation of the radar(s), along with 
any associated functions, may be affected 
by the accumulation of dirt (e.g.
  mud, ice), 
in poor weather conditions (e.g.
  heavy rain, 
snow), or if the bumpers are damaged.
If the front bumper is to be repainted, contact 
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop; 
certain types of paint could interfere with the 
operation of the radar(s).
 
 
Driving aids camera
This camera and its associated functions 
may be impaired or not work if the windscreen 
area in front of the camera is dirty, misty, 
frosty, covered with snow, damaged or 
masked by a sticker.
In humid and cold weather, demist the 
windscreen regularly.
Poor visibility (inadequate street lighting, 
heavy rain, thick fog, snowfall), dazzle 
(headlamps of an oncoming vehicle, low sun, 
reflections on a damp road, leaving a tunnel, 
alternating shade and light) can also impair 
detection performance.
In the event of a windscreen replacement, 
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop to recalibrate the camera; 
otherwise, the operation of the associated 
driving aids may be disrupted.
Other cameras
The images from the camera(s) 
displayed on the touch screen or on the 
instrument panel may be distorted by the 
terrain.   
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6Operating conditions and 
limits
Vehicle moving forward.
ESC system operational.
DSC system activated.
DSC/ASR systems activated.
Seat belts fastened for all passengers.
Stabilised speed on roads with few bends.
In the following cases, deactivating the system 
via the vehicle's configuration menu is advised:
– 
T
 owing a trailer.
–
 
Carrying long objects on roof bars or roof rack.
–
 
V
 ehicle with snow chains fitted.
–
 
Before using an automatic car wash, with the 
engine running.
–
 
When changing 
 a wheel, working near a wheel 
or inside the engine compartment.
–
 
Before placing the vehicle on a rolling road in 
a workshop.
–
 
T
 owed vehicle, engine running.
–
 
Following 
 an impact to the windscreen close to 
the detection camera.
The system is automatically deactivated  when the use of certain types of 
"space-saver" spare wheel (smaller diameter) 
is detected, or if a fault with the brake pedal 
switch or at least two brake lamps is detected.
It can be dangerous to drive if the brake 
lamps are not in perfect working order.
The driver must not overload the vehicle  (keep within the GVW limit and load 
height limits for roof bars).
It is possible that warnings are not given, 
are given too late or seem unjustified.
The driver must always stay in control of the 
vehicle and be prepared to react at any time 
to avoid an accident.
Following an impact, the system is 
automatically deactivated.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Collision Risk Alert
This function warns the driver that their vehicle 
is at risk of a collision with the vehicle in front or 
with a pedestrian present in their traffic lane.
Operation
Depending on the degree of risk of collision 
detected by the system and the alert trigger 
threshold chosen by the driver, several different 
levels of alert may be triggered and displayed on 
the instrument panel.
The system takes account of the vehicle 
dynamics, the speed of your vehicle and the one 
in front, the environmental conditions and the 
operation of the vehicle (actions on the pedals, 
steering wheel, etc.) to trigger the alert at the 
most relevant moment.
(orange)
Level 1: visual alert only, warning you 
that the vehicle in front is very close.
The message
  "Vehicle close" is displayed.
(red)
Level 2: visual and audible alert, warning 
you that a collision is imminent.
The message "Brake! " is displayed.
Level 3: in some cases, a vibration alert in the 
form of micro-braking can be given, confirming 
the risk of collision.
Where the speed of your vehicle is too 
high approaching another vehicle, the 
first level of alert may not be displayed: the 
level 2 alert may be displayed directly.
Important: the level 1 alert is not displayed 
when there is a stationary obstacle or when 
the "Close" trigger threshold has been 
selected.
Modifying the alert trigger threshold
This trigger threshold determines the sensitivity 
with which the function warns of the risk of 
collision.
The threshold is set via  theDriving/Vehicle touch screen 
menu.
►
 
Select one of the three pre-defined 
thresholds: "Far", "Normal" or "Close".
The last threshold selected is memorised when 
the ignition is switched off.   
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Intelligent emergency 
braking assistance (iEBA)
This function supplements braking in the event 
that the driver brakes, but not enough to avoid a 
collision.
This assistance will only be provided if the driver 
presses the brake pedal.
Active Safety Brake 
 
This function, also called automatic emergency 
braking, intervenes following the alerts if the 
driver does not react quickly enough and does 
not operate the vehicle's brakes.
The system aims to reduce the speed of impact 
or avoid a collision where the driver fails to react.
The speed will be reduced by a maximum of 16 mph (25   km/h) for 
versions with camera only, or by a maximum 
of 31 mph (50
  km/h) for versions with camera 
and radar.
Operation
The system operates subject to the following 
conditions:
–
 
At reduced speed in an urban environment, 
when a pedestrian is detected.
–
 
At reduced speed in an urban environment, 
when a stationary vehicle is detected.
–
 
The vehicle's speed is between 6 mph and 
53 mph (10
  km/h and 85   km/h) when a moving 
vehicle is detected.
This warning lamp flashes (for  approximately 10 seconds) as soon as 
the function applies the vehicle’s brakes.
With an automatic gearbox, in the event of 
automatic emergency braking bringing the 
vehicle to a complete stop, keep the brake pedal 
depressed to prevent the vehicle from moving 
off again.
With a manual gearbox, in the event of automatic 
emergency braking bringing the vehicle to a 
complete stop, the engine may stall.
The driver can maintain control of the  vehicle at any time by firmly turning the 
steering wheel and/or firmly depressing the 
accelerator pedal.
The brake pedal may vibrate slightly  while the function is operating.
If the vehicle comes to a complete stop, 
automatic braking is maintained for 1 to 2 
seconds.
Deactivation/Activation
By default, the system is automatically activated 
at every engine start.
The settings are changed via  the   Driving/Vehicle   touch screen 
menu.
Deactivation of the system is signalled by 
the illumination of this warning lamp, 
accompanied by the display of a message.
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.
If these warning lamps come on 
after the engine has been switched 
off and then restarted, contact a CITROËN 
dealer or a qualified workshop to have the 
system checked.
These warning lamps light up on  the instrument panel to indicate 
that the driver's and/or front passenger's seat 
belt is not fastened (depending on version). The    
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6
 
 
 
– Visual reversing assistance : shows a view 
of the area close to the rear of the vehicle.
The blue dimension lines  1 represent the width 
of your vehicle with the mirrors unfolded.
The red line  2 represents a distance of 30
  cm 
from the rear bumper; the two green lines  3 and 
4 represent 1
  m and 2   m, respectively.
The blue curves  5 appear successively; they 
are based on the position of the steering wheel 
and represent the turning circle radius of your 
vehicle.
The orange dashes  6 represent the opening radii 
of the rear doors.
Please routinely check your exterior 
mirrors while driving and during 
manoeuvres.
Some items may not be seen by the rear 
camera.
Certain vehicles may be difficult to see 
(dark colours, lamps off) when the 
brightness of the screen is reduced using the 
vehicle’s lighting dimmer.
The image quality may be affected by the  environment, the exterior conditions 
(rain, dirt, dust), the driving mode and the 
lighting conditions (night, low sun).
In the presence of areas in shade, or in 
conditions of bright sunlight or inadequate 
lighting, the image may be darkened and with 
lower contrast.
Obstacles may appear further away than 
they actually are.
During parking manoeuvres and lane 
changes, it is important to check the sides of 
the vehicle using the mirrors.
The rear parking sensors also supplement the 
information on the vehicle's surroundings.
Activation / Deactivation
The system starts when the ignition is switched 
on.
 
 
 
 
► With the ignition on, press button  2  to switch 
the reproduction screen on / off.
A message appears.
►
 
T
 ake note of this message and validate 
with button 1 corresponding to the “ Accept” 
response.
The reproduction screen comes on.
►
 
With the engine running, press button  2
 to 
switch the reproduction screen off.
The function is automatically paused (the  reproduction screen becomes grey)  in 
reverse , above 9 mph (15
  km/h).
The function restarts when the vehicle is 
once more travelling at a speed below this 
threshold.   
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7– Do not inhale the gases emitted by the 
traction battery which are toxic.
–
 
Move away from the vehicle in the event of 
incident or accident, the gases emitted being 
flammable and could cause a fire.
 
 
This label is intended solely for use by  firefighters and maintenance services in 
the event of any work on the vehicle.
No other person must touch the device shown 
on this label.
In the event of an accident or impact 
to the vehicle’s underbody
In these situations, the electrical
  circuit   or the 
traction battery can be seriously damaged.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch 
off the ignition.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
When washing
Before washing the vehicle, always 
check that the charging flap is closed 
correctly.
Never wash the vehicle while the battery is 
on charge.
High-pressure washing
To avoid damaging the electrical 
components, it is expressly prohibited to 
use high-pressure washing in the engine 
compartment or under the body.
Do not use a pressure greater than 80 bar 
when washing the bodywork.
Never allow water or dust to enter the 
connector or charging nozzle - risk of 
electrocution or fire!
Never connect / disconnect the charging 
nozzle or cable with wet hands - risk of 
electrocution!
Traction battery
This battery stores the energy that powers 
the electric motor and the thermal comfort 
equipment in the passenger compartment. It is 
discharged during use, and must therefore be 
regularly recharged. There is no need to wait 
for the traction battery to fall to its reserve level 
before recharging.
The range of the battery may vary according 
to the type of driving, the route, the use of 
thermal comfort equipment and the ageing of its 
components.
The lifespan of the traction battery  depends on multiple factors, such as 
climatic conditions, distance travelled and 
how often it has been fast-charged.
To preserve the mileage of your vehicle  and the durability of your traction battery, 
CITROËN recommends that you:
–
 
Do not fully charge the battery of your 
electric vehicle daily (charge the traction 
battery below 80% as often as possible).
–
 
Do not completely discharge the battery
 .
–
 
Do not store the vehicle for a long period 
of non-use (more than 12
  hours) when the 
traction battery has a low or high charge level. 
Prefer a charge level between 20 and 40%.
–
 
Limit the use of fast charging.
–
 
Do not expose the vehicle to temperatures 
below -30°C and above +60°C for more than 
24
 
hours.
–
 
A
void charging the vehicle at negative 
temperatures (except if the vehicle ran more 
than 20
  minutes) or above +30°C.
–
 
Do not use the vehicle's traction battery as 
a generator of energy
.
–
 
Do not use a generator to recharge your 
vehicle's traction battery
.    
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7In case of difficulty with installation/
removal
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
Before any operation, ensure that the 
engine is off and the cooling fan has 
stopped.
It is essential to remove them when:
–  the outside temperature exceeds 
10°C.
–
 
recovery is in progress.
–
 
the speed is above 75 mph (120
   km/h).
Fitting 
 
► Hold the screen in front of the lower grille of 
the bumper .
►
 
First insert the upper and side fixing brackets 
into the bumper
.
►
 
T
 ilt the screen downwards to engage the 
lower part of the screen into the bumper.
►
 
Check that the unit is firmly held by pressing 
around the edges.
Removing 
 
► Insert a finger into the notch in the upper part 
of the screen.
►
 
Pull towards you to unclip the unit.
Towing device
Depending on version, the vehicle is 
fitted with the necessary equipment to 
allow a towing device to be installed.
To install a towing device, contact a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Load distribution
►
 
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the 
heaviest items are as close as possible to the 
axle, and the nose weight approaches the 
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing 
engine performance. 
The maximum towable load 
must be reduced by 10% per 1,000
  metres of 
altitude.
Use genuine towing devices and wiring 
harnesses approved by CITROËN. We 
recommend having them fitted by a CITROËN 
dealer or a qualified workshop.
If not fitted by a CITROËN dealer, they must 
still be fitted in accordance with the vehicle 
manufacturer's instructions.
Certain driving or manoeuvring aid functions 
are automatically deactivated while an 
approved towing system is in use.
For more information about driving with a 
towing device fitted to a trailer and associated 
with the Trailer stability assist, refer to the 
corresponding section.