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F Select position M. To engage reverse gear R
, the vehicle must be 
immobilised with your foot on the brake pedal.
F
 
Sel
 ect position R.
At very low speed, if reverse gear is requested, 
this will only be acted on when the vehicle is 
immobilised.
At high speed, if reverse gear is requested, 
the
  N indicator flashes and the gearbox goes 
into neutral. To engage a gear again, put the 
gear selector into position A or M .Temporary control of gear 
changing
You can temporarily take over control of 
gear changing using the "+" and "-" steering 
mounted paddles: if the engine speed allows, 
the request to change gear is acted on.
This function allows you to anticipate certain 
situations such as overtaking a vehicle or the 
approach to a corner.
After a few moments without any action on 
the control paddles, the gearbox resumes 
automatic control of the gears. The gears engaged appear in 
succession in the instrument panel 
screen.
The gear change requests are only acted on if 
the engine speed permits.
It is not necessary to release the accelerator 
during gear changes.
When braking or slowing down, the gearbox 
changes down automatically to allow the 
vehicle to accelerate in the correct gear.
On sharp acceleration, the gearbox will not 
change up unless the driver acts on the gear 
selector or the steering mounted paddles.
Never select neutral N while the vehicle 
is moving. You can change mode at any time, be 
moving the gear selecto from M to A or 
the other way round. Engagement of reverse gear is 
accompanied by an audible signal.
Manual mode
Reverse 
Driving  
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Checking levels
Engine oil level
The check is carried out either when 
the ignition is switched on using the 
oil level indicator in the instrument 
panel for vehicles so equipped, or 
using the dipstick.
Checking using the dipstick
A = MA X
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Take care when working under the 
bonnet, as certain areas of the engine 
may be extremely hot (risk of burns) 
and the cooling fan could start at any 
time (even with the ignition off).
To ensure that the reading is correct, 
your vehicle must be parked on a level 
sur face with the engine having been off 
for more than 30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between 
two services (or oil changes). CITROËN 
recommends that you check the level, and top 
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms). B = MINIf you find that the level is above the A mark or 
below the B mark, do not star t the engine
.
-  
I
 f the level is above the MAX
 mark (risk 
of damage to the engine), contact a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
-  
I
 f the level is below the MIN
 mark, you 
must top up the engine oil.
Oil grade
Before topping-up the oil or changing the oil, 
check that the oil is the correct grade for your 
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's 
recommendations.
F
 
L
ocate the dipstick in the engine 
compartment of your vehicle.
For more information on the petrol or Diesel 
engine, refer to the corresponding section.
F
 
T
ake the dipstick by its coloured grip and 
remove it completely.
F
 
W
ipe the end of the dipstick using a clean 
non-fluffy cloth.
F
 
R
efit the dipstick and push fully down, then 
pull it out again to make the visual check: 
the correct level is between the marks A 
and B . 
Checks  
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Particle filter (Diesel)
The start of saturation of the 
particle filter is indicated by 
the temporary illumination of this warning lamp 
accompanied by a message in the multifunction 
screen.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit, regenerate 
the filter by driving at a speed of at least 40 mph 
(60 km/h) until the warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, this indicates a low 
additive level.
For more information on checking levels, refer to 
the corresponding section.
On a new vehicle, the first particle 
filter regeneration operations may be 
accompanied by a "burning" smell, 
which is per fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the 
vehicle at very low speed or at idle, 
you may, in exceptional circumstances, 
notice the emission of water vapour at 
the exhaust on acceleration. This does 
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle 
or the environment.
Checks
12 V battery
The battery does not require any maintenance.
However, check that the terminals are clean 
and correctly tightened, particularly in summer 
and winter.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Refer to the manufacturer's 
service schedule for details of the 
replacement intervals for these 
components.
Oil filter
Replace the oil filter each time the 
engine oil is changed.
Refer to the manufacturer's 
service schedule for details of 
the replacement interval for this 
component.
Unless other wise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's service schedule and according to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
When carrying out work on the battery, refer 
to the "12 V battery" section for details of the 
precautions to be taken before disconnecting 
the battery and following its reconnection.
Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty 
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle 
(e.g.
 
city driving), replace them twice as often 
if necessary .
A clogged passenger compartment filter may 
have an adverse effect on the per formance 
of the air conditioning system and generate 
undesirable odours.
10 
Checks  
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For the details of the menus, refer to the "Screen menu map" 
section.
For cleaning the screen, the use of a soft, non-abrasive cloth 
(spectacles cloth) is recommended, with no additional product.
"RADIO"
"TELEPHONE"
(If conversation in progress)
SETUP: PARAMETERS  
date and time, display configuration, sound, vehicle 
settings. Change the audio source:
RADIO: RADIO broadcasts.
MUSIC: play MUSIC.
Press the MODE button several times in succession for access to the following displays:
"FULL SCREEN MAP" "MAP IN WINDOW"
(If navigation guidance in 
progress)
GENERAL  OPERATION   
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238Insert the CD in the player, insert the USB 
memory stick in the USB player or connect the 
USB peripheral to the USB port using a suitable 
cable (not supplied).
The system builds playlists (in temporary 
memory), an operation which can take from 
a few seconds to several minutes at the first 
connection.
Reduce the number of non-music files and the 
number of folders to reduce the waiting time.
The playlists are updated every time the ignition 
is switched off or connection of a USB memory 
stick. However, the system memorises these 
lists and if they are not modified, the loading 
time will be shorter.
Play starts automatically after a period which 
depends on the capacity of the USB memory 
stick.
Selection of source
The SOURCE button on the steering mounted controls allows a 
direct change to the next media source. "CD / CD MP3"
"USB, iPod"
"AUX"
"STREAMING"
"RADIO"
Press MUSIC to display the "MEDIA" 
menu.
Select "Following media source " and 
confirm.
Repeat the operation as many times as necessary to obtain the 
desired media source (except for radio which is accessible either 
with SOURCE or RADIO).
Sources
MUSIC MEDIA 
PLAYERS  
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       U n d e r - i n fl  a t i o n   d e t e c t i o n   
  System which automatically checks the pressures of the tyres while driving.  
  The system monitors the pressures in the four tyres, once the vehicle is moving.  It compares the information given by the four wheel speed sensors with  reference values, which must be reinitialised ever y time the tyre pressures are adjusted or a wheel changed .  The system triggers an alert as soon as it detects a drop in the inflation pressure of one or more tyres.  
  The under-inflation detection system does not replace the need for vigilance on the part of the driver.  This system does not avoid the need to check the tyre pressures (including the spare wheel) every month as well as before a long journey.  Driving with under-inflated tyres impairs road holding, extends braking distances and causes premature tyre wear, particularly under arduous conditions (high loading, high speed, long journey).  
  The inflation pressures defined for your vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure label.  For more information on the identification markings, refer to the corresponding section.  Tyre pressures should be checked when the tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped for 1 hour or after a journey of less than 6 miles (10 km) at moderate speeds).  Other wise (when hot), add 0.3 bar to the pressures shown on the label.   
  Driving with under-inflated tyres increases fuel consumption.  
  Under-inflation  alert 
 This is given by fixed illumination of this warning lamp, accompanied by an audible signal and, depending on equipment, the display of a message. 
   Reduce speed immediately, avoid excessive steering movements and sudden braking.    Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to 
do  so.   
  The loss of pressure detected does not always cause visible bulging of the tyre. Do not satisfy yourself with just a visual check.  
  The alert is maintained until the system is  reinitialised.   
   In the event of a puncture, use the temporary puncture repair kit or the spare wheel (depending on equipment),   or    if you have a compressor, such as the one in the temporary puncture repair kit, check the pressures of the four tyres when cold,   or    if it is not possible to make this check immediately, drive carefully at reduced speed.