ESP Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD 2011.5 1.G Owner's Guide
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DRIVING
SPEED LIMITER 
  System which prevents the vehicle from 
exceeding the speed programmed by 
the driver. 
  When the programmed speed limit is 
reached, pressing the accelerator pedal in 
the normal manner no longer has any effect. 
  The controls of this system are grouped 
together on stalk  A 
. 
   
 
1. 
  Speed limiter mode selection thumb 
wheel. 
   
2. 
  Value decrease button. 
   
3. 
  Value increase button. 
   
4. 
  Speed limiter on/off button.  
   The programmed information is grouped 
together in the instrument panel screen. 
   
5. 
  Speed limiter on/off indication. 
   
6. 
 
Speed limiter mode selection indication. 
   
7. 
  Programmed speed value.  
Steering mounted controls   
Displays in the instrument panel 
 
The speed limiter cannot, in any 
circumstances, replace the need to 
respect speed limits, nor can it re-
place the need for vigilance and re-
sponsibility on the part of the driver. 
  The speed limiter is  switched on 
 man-
ually: it requires a programmed speed 
of at least 20 mph (30 km/h). 
  The speed limiter is  switched off 
 by 
manual operation of the control. 
  The programmed speed can be ex-
ceeded temporarily by pressing the ac-
celerator fi rmly. 
  To return to the programmed speed, 
simply slow down to a speed below the 
programmed speed. 
  The programmed speed remains in the 
memory when the ignition is switched 
off.  
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DRIVING
CRUISE CONTROL
  System which automatically maintains 
the speed of the vehicle at the value 
programmed by the driver, without any 
action on the accelerator pedal. 
  The cruise control is  switched on 
 
manually: it requires a minimum vehicle 
speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) and the en-
gaging of at least 4th gear. 
  The controls of this system are grouped 
together on control stalk  A 
.   The programmed information is grouped 
together in the instrument panel screen. 
Steering mounted controls   
Displays in the instrument panel 
 
The cruise control cannot, in any 
circumstances, replace the need 
to respect speed limits, nor can 
it replace the need for vigilance 
and responsibility on the part of 
the driver.     The cruise control is  switched off 
 manu-
ally or by pressing the brake or clutch 
pedal or on triggering of the ESP system 
for safety reasons. 
  It is possible to exceed the programmed 
speed temporarily by pressing the ac-
celerator pedal. 
  To return to the programmed speed, 
simply release the accelerator pedal. 
  Switching off the ignition cancels any 
programmed speed value.    
 
1. 
  Cruise control mode selection dial 
   
2. 
  Speed programming/value decrease 
button 
   
3. 
  Speed programming/value increase 
button 
   
4. 
  Cruise control off/resume button     
5. 
  Cruise control off/resume indication 
   
6. 
  Cruise control mode selection indi-
cation 
   
7. 
  Programmed speed value   
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DRIVING
REAR PARKING SENSORS 
  System comprising four proximity sensors, 
located in the rear bumper. 
  This detects obstacles (person, vehi-
cle, tree, gate, etc.) behind the vehicle. 
However, it cannot detect obstacles lo-
cated just below the bumper. 
  An object, such as a stake, a 
roadworks cone or any other simi-
lar object may be detected at the 
beginning of the manoeuvre, but 
may no longer be detected when 
the vehicle comes close to it.  
Activation
 
The system is activated as soon as re-
verse gear is engaged, accompanied 
by an audible signal. The proximity in-
formation is given by: 
   
 
-   an audible signal, which becomes 
more rapid as the vehicle approaches 
the obstacle, 
   
-   a graphic in the multifunction screen, 
with blocks which become increas-
ingly closer to the vehicle (depending 
on version).    The parking sensors system 
cannot, in any circumstances, 
take the place of the vigilance 
and responsibility of the driver.      
Detection zone  
 
 
When the distance between the rear of the 
vehicle and the obstacle is less than thirty 
centimetres, the audible signal becomes 
continuous and the "Danger" symbol ap-
pears in the multifunction screen. 
  On completion of the manoeuvre, when 
you exit reverse gear, the system be-
comes inactive.  
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CHECKS
CHECKING LEVELS
Brake fluid level
   
Oil level 
 The reading will only be correct if the 
vehicle is on level ground and the 
engine has been off for more than
30 minutes. 
  The check is carried out either when the ignition 
is switched on using the oil level indicator in the 
instrument panel, or using the dipstick. 
  The brake fl uid level should be 
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is 
not, check the brake pad wear. 
   
Changing the fl uid 
  Refer to the servicing booklet for details 
of the interval for this operation.  
Coolant level
 
The coolant level should be 
close to the "MAX" mark but 
should never exceed it. 
  When the engine is warm, the 
temperature of the coolant is regulated 
by the fan. This can operate with the 
ignition off. 
   
On vehicles which are fi tted with a par-
ticle emission fi  lter, the fan may operate 
after the vehicle has been switched off, 
even if the engine is cold.      
Fluid specifi cation 
  For optimum cleaning and to avoid 
freezing, this fl uid must not be topped 
up or replaced with plain water.  
 
     
Engine oil change 
  Refer to the servicing booklet for details 
of the interval for this operation. 
  In order to maintain the reliability of the 
engine and emission control system, 
the use of additives in the engine oil is 
prohibited.     
Oil grade 
  The oil must be suitable for your engine 
and conform to the manufacturer's 
recommendations.  
 
   
Fluid specifi cation 
  The brake fl uid must conform to the 
manufacturer's recommendations and 
meet the DOT4 standard.  
    
Fluid specifi cation 
  The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.  
     
Changing the coolant 
 
The coolant does not have to be changed.  
 
 
Screenwash fluid level 
 
Check all of these levels regularly and 
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated. 
  If a level drops signifi cantly, have the 
corresponding system checked by a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed  work-
shop.   In addition, as the cooling system is 
pressurised, wait at least one hour after 
switching off the engine before carrying 
out any work. 
  To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew 
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has 
dropped, remove the cap and top up 
the level. 
  Top up the level when necessary.     
Take care when carrying out 
checks under the bonnet as 
some parts of the engine can be 
very hot (risk of burns).  
 
 
It is normal to top up the engine oil 
between services. CITROËN rec-
ommends that you check the oil 
level and top up if necessary, every 
3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).