engine Citroen C1 DAG 2008 1.G Owner's Manual
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FAMILIARISATION "SensoDrive" gearbox
Starting the vehicle
W i t h t h e h a n d b r a k e a p p l i e d , p r e s s
the brake pedal then select position
N to start the engine.
W i t h y o u r f o o t o n t h e b r a k e , s e l e c t
position R , E or M .
R e l e a s e t h e h a n d b r a k e , t a k e y o u r
f o o t o f f t h e b r a k e p e d a l , t h e n a c c e l -
erate.
62 Select position
E using the gear lever.
The gear engaged is displayed on
the instrument panel screen.
The gearbox continuously selects
the most suitable gear.
63
Manual mode
Place the gear lever in position M ,
then change up or down through the
gears by pressing:
- r e a r w a r d s , "+" t o c h a n g e u p ,
- f o r w a r d s , "-" to change down.
The gear engaged is displayed on
the instrument panel screen.
63 Press the clutch pedal fully when
changing gear.
Reverse
T o e n g a g e r e v e r s e g e a r , p u s h t h e
gear lever fully to the right then to-
wards the rear.
Reverse gear can only be engaged
when the vehicle is stationary, en-
gine at idle.
EASY mode (automatic mode)
Manual gearbox
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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
INSTRUMENT PANEL
1. Total/trip distance recorder zero
reset button
2. Warning lights and indicators
display
3. Direction indicators
4. Speedometer
5. Fuel gauge
6. Total/trip distance recorder
7. Rear fog lamp indicator light
8. Main beam headlamps indicator
light
9. Dipped headlamps indicator light
REV COUNTER
When approaching the maximum
engine speed, when the rev counter
needle crosses into the red zone, you
must engage the next gear up.
10. "SensoDrive" gearbox gear and
gear lever positions indicator
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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
WARNING LIGHTS AND INDICATORS
Central STOP
warning light
T h i s fl a s h e s f o r a f e w
seconds each time the ignition is
switched on. Linked with the warnings:
- "engine oil pressure",
- "coolant temperature",
Stop immediately if this light comes
on with the engine running.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Engine oil pressure
warning light
This comes on each time the
ignition is switched on until
the engine is started.
If it comes on linked with the STOP
warning light, with the engine running,
this indicates that the oil pressure is
too low.
Stop immediately.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Coolant temperature
warning light
This comes on for a few seconds each
time the ignition is switched on.
If this warning light comes on, with
the engine running, this indicates Anti-lock braking
system (ABS) warning
light
This comes on for a few seconds each
time the ignition is switched on.
Fixed lighting indicates a malfunction
of the ABS.
However, the vehicle retains conven-
tional braking with assistance.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Handbrake, low brake
fluid level and braking
system warning light
This comes on each time the ignition
is switched on until the handbrake is
released. Electric power steering
warning light
This comes on for a few seconds each
time the ignition is switched on.
Fixed lighting, when the vehicle is
moving, indicates a malfunction of
the electric steering system.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
an abnormal increase in the coolant
temperature.
Stop immediately .
Check the coolant level.
To do this, wait until the engine has
cooled before topping up the level.
The cooling system is pressurised.
When checking the level, and
to avoid any risk of scalding,
unscrew the cap 1/4 of a turn
to allow the pressure to drop.
When the pressure has dropped,
remove the cap.
Then:
1. top up, if necessary
(see "Levels").
2. or, if the level is satisfactory,
contact a CITROËN dealer. Fixed lighting, with the engine running,
indicates one of the following:
- that the handbrake is applied
or has not been released fully,
when the vehicle is moving,
- an excessive drop in the brake fl u i d l e v e l ( i f t h e w a r n i n g l i g h t
remains on even with the
handbrake released),
- a braking system fault.
Stop immediately.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
Battery charge warning
light
This comes on each time the
ignition is switched on until
the engine is started.
Fixed lighting, with the engine running,
indicates a malfunction.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Driver's seat belt not
fastened warning light *
When the ignition is switched
o n , t h e w a r n i n g l i g h t fl a s h e s u n t i l t h e
driver fastens his seat belt.
Above a speed of approximately
10 mph (15 km/h), the warning light
fl a s h e s a c c o m p a n i e d b y a n a u d i b l e
signal until the driver fastens his seat
belt.
The driver must ensure that all pas-
sengers have fastened their seat belt
correctly.
Air bags warning light This comes on for a few sec-
onds each time the ignition is
switched on.
Passenger air bag disarmed
If the passenger air bag is disarmed,
the warning light remains on. SensoDrive gearbox
warning light
Fixed lighting of this warning
light, with the engine running, indi-
cates a malfunction of the SensoDrive
gearbox.
Emission control
system warning light
This comes on each time the
ignition is switched on until
the engine is started.
Fixed lighting, with the engine running,
indicates an emission control system
fault.
Consult a CITROËN dealer. Diesel engine pre-heat
warning light
Wait until the warning light is
switched off before starting.
I f t h e t e m p e r a t u r e i s s u f fi c i e n t , t h e
w a r n i n g l i g h t c o m e s o n b r i e fl y , y o u
can start without waiting.
Water in diesel filter
warning light **
This comes on for a few
seconds each time the ignition is
switched on.
Fixed lighting, with the engine running,
indicates a risk of damage to the engine.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
* According to version.
Note: it may also come on if you
run out of fuel (see "Running
out of fuel").
** According to country.
Dynamic stability
control system
(ASR/ESP) activation
warning light
This comes on for a few seconds each
time the ignition is switched on.
With the engine running and the
vehicle moving, it comes on if the
system is activated. Dynamic stability
control system (ASR/
ESP) fault warning light
This comes on for a few seconds
each time the ignition is switched
on.
If this warning light comes on, with
the engine running, this indicates a
fault in the system.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
DISPLAY
To reset the trip recorder to zero,
when it is displayed, press and hold
button 1 . "SensoDrive" gearbox
indicator
Lever in EASY mode
(automatic mode)
"E" is displayed when this
operating mode is selected.
It is switched off on switching to manual
mode.
Lever in manual mode
"M" is displayed when this
operating mode is selected.
It is switched off on switching to
EASY mode.
"Neutral"
"Reverse"
Total/trip distance recorder
When the ignition is switched on,
the distance recorder selected when
the engine was switched off is dis-
played.
Press button
1 to alternate the dis-
tance display:
- total with "ODO" displayed,
- trip with "TRIP" displayed.
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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
DISPLAY
To reset the trip recorder to zero,
when it is displayed, press and hold
button 1 . "SensoDrive" gearbox
indicator
Lever in EASY mode
(automatic mode)
"E" is displayed when this
operating mode is selected.
It is switched off on switching to manual
mode.
Lever in manual mode
"M" is displayed when this
operating mode is selected.
It is switched off on switching to
EASY mode.
"Neutral"
"Reverse"
Total/trip distance recorder
When the ignition is switched on,
the distance recorder selected when
the engine was switched off is dis-
played.
Press button
1 to alternate the dis-
tance display:
- total with "ODO" displayed,
- trip with "TRIP" displayed.
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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
Operating mode:
1st gear
2nd gear
3rd gear
4th gear
5th gear
If this warning light comes on,
with the engine running, this
indicates a malfunction of the
"SensoDrive" gearbox. Fuel gauge
This indicates the quantity of fuel
available:
-
1/1 and six blocks, the fuel tank
is full.
- R a n d o n e b l o c k fl a s h i n g , t h e
fuel tank is on the reserve.
Low fuel level
When the minimum level in the fuel
t a n k i s r e a c h e d , t h e l a s t b l o c k fl a s h e s
accompanied by an audible signal.
In certain driving conditions and depend-
ing on the engine, the distance which
can be travelled with the fuel remaining
may be less than 30 miles (50 km).
You have approximately 5 litres
remaining.
W h e n t h e f r e q u e n c y o f t h e fl a s h i n g
increases, you have approximately
3 litres remaining .
At least 5 litres must be added
after running out of fuel. Running out of diesel fuel
After running out of fuel, you
can travel a short distance after
10 pump repriming operations
(see corresponding section).
A f t e r fi l l i n g t h e f u e l t a n k ( m i n i m u m
5 litres), operate the repriming pump
at least 10 times (see corresponding
section).
"!" warning light
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
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AUDIO EQUIPMENT
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
On/off
With the ignition key in
the accessories posi-
tion or with the ignition on, press this
button to switch the audio equipment
on or off.
After the engine has been switched
off, the audio equipment can only op-
erate for approximately 30 minutes,
to prevent discharging of the battery.
Press the upper part
of this button several
times in succession to
increase the volume of
the audio equipment
or the lower part of this
button to decrease it.
VOLUME ADJUSTMENT
CLOCK ADJUSTMENT
Press this button sev-
eral times in succes-
sion to gain access
to the bass
(BASS) ,
treble (TREB) , front/rear balance
(FAD) and left/right balance (BAL)
settings.
AUDIO SETTINGS
Press this button for
more than 2 seconds,
the clock display
fl a s h e s :
AUXILIARY SOCKET
An auxiliary socket
"AUX" is provided for
the connection of port-
able equipment (MP3
player, etc.).
When the parameter
is displayed, change
the setting using these
two buttons.
You exit from this mode automati-
cally after a few seconds without any
action. In order to listen to it,
connect your equip-
ment then press this
button.
The audio equipment controls enable
you to adjust the volume and the audio
settings.
To exit from the AUX source, press
AM/FM .
When using an MP3 player: in-
c r e a s e t h e v o l u m e o f t h e r a d i o s i g n i fi -
cantly (between 30 and 60) to obtain
a satisfactory playing volume.
- t o adjust the hours, press this button,
- to adjust the minutes, press this
button.
You exit from this mode automati-
cally after a few seconds without any
action.
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COMFORT
VENTILATION
Recommendations for use
If the interior temperature re-
mains very high after a pro-
longed period parked in the sun, do
not hesitate to ventilate the passen-
ger compartment for a few minutes.
For an even air distribution, make
sure that you do not block the out-
side air inlet grille, the vents, the air
passages and the air outlets to the
footwells.
Ensure that the passenger compart-
m e n t fi l t e r , l o c a t e d b e l o w t h e w i n d -
screen, in the engine compartment,
i s i n g o o d c o n d i t i o n . H a v e t h e fi l t e r
elements replaced regularly. If you
drive in dusty conditions, change
them twice as often.
Operate the air conditioning system
for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a
month, to keep it in perfect working
order.
In order to ensure that your air condi-
tioning system continues to operate
correctly, you are advised to have it
checked regularly.
The condensation created by the air
c o n d i t i o n i n g r e s u l t s i n a fl o w o f w a -
ter under the vehicle when stationary
which is perfectly normal.
If the system does not produce cold air,
do not use it and contact a CITROËN
dealer.
3. Side vents.
4. Diffusion grille.
5. Air outlets to the footwells.
1. Windscreen de-icing or
demisting vent.
2. Side window de-icing or
demisting vents.
The air conditioning system
does not contain chlorine
and does not present any
danger to the ozone layer.
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COMFORT
HEATING
1. Temperature adjustment
Turn the control from blue (cold) to
red (hot) to adjust the temperature to
suit your requirements.
2 . A i r fl o w a d j u s t m e n t
When the ignition is switched on,
t u r n t h e c o n t r o l t o o b t a i n a fl o w o f
a i r w h i c h i s s u f fi c i e n t t o e n s u r e y o u r
comfort.
To maintain a certain level of comfort
in the passenger compartment, avoid
position 0 whenever possible.
In position 0 , a s l i g h t fl o w o f a i r , d u e
to the movement of the vehicle, can
still be felt. The air distribution can be ad-
justed by placing the control
in an intermediate position.
Footwells. 4. Rear screen demisting
With the engine running,
press button 4 , the indica-
tor light comes on.
The system demists the
rear screen.
It is switched off by pressing control 4 .
Windscreen, side windows
and footwells. Footwells, diffusion grille
and side vents.
Diffusion grille and side vents.
3. Air distribution adjustment
Windscreen and side windows
Switch the system off as
soon as you consider this
necessary as a lower con-
sumption of current reduces
fuel consumption.
De-icing and demisting
To quickly de-ice or demist the wind-
screen and side windows:
- set the air distribution to "Windscreen and side windows",
- place the temperature control
1 a n d t h e a i r fl o w c o n t r o l 2 at
maximum,
- close the side vents.