ECO mode CITROEN C4 2023 Workshop Manual

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6AUTO mode

This mode is activated by default.
Using sensors in the rear bumper, the automatic
view changes from the rear view (standard) to
the view from above (zoom) as an obstacle is
approached at the level of the red line (less than
30 cm) during a manoeuvre.
Standard view

The area behind the vehicle is displayed on the
screen.
The blue lines 1 represent the width of your
vehicle, with the mirrors unfolded; their direction
changes according to the position of the steering
wheel.
The red line 2 represents a distance of 30 cm
from the rear bumper; the two blue lines 3 and 4
represent 1
m and 2 m, respectively.
This view is available with AUTO mode or in the
view selection menu.
Zoom view

The camera records the vehicle's surroundings
during the manoeuvre in order to create a
view from above the rear of the vehicle in its
near surroundings, allowing the vehicle to be
manoeuvred around nearby obstacles.
This view is available with AUTO mode or in the
view selection menu.
Obstacles may appear further away than
they actually are.
It is important to monitor the sides of the
vehicle during the manoeuvre, using the
mirrors.
Parking sensors also provide additional
information about the area around the vehicle.
180° view

The 180° view facilitates reversing out of a
parking space, making it possible to see the
approach of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
This view is not recommended for carrying out a
complete manoeuvre.
It features 3 areas: left A, centre B and right C.
This view is only available via the view selection
menu.
360 Vision
The vehicle has a camera at the front , fitted in
the grille, and a camera at the rear, located close
to the number plate lamps.
Using these cameras, the system displays the
vehicle's near surroundings on the touch screen,

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offering views from the rear of the vehicle (rear
vision) when reverse gear is engaged and views
from the front of the vehicle (front vision) when
the gearbox is in neutral or a gear is engaged.
Rear vision

The system activates automatically when
reverse gear is engaged.
The system is deactivated:
–
Automatically
, at speeds above approximately
12 mph (20
km/h),
–

when shifting out of reverse (the rear view
image is replaced by the front view image after
7 seconds).
–


By pressing the white arrow in the upper-left
corner of the touch screen.
If a trailer or a bicycle carrier is fitted to
the towball, the area behind the vehicle
on the view from above goes dark.
The surroundings are reconstructed by the
front camera only. The rear vision views are similar to those for the
Top Rear Vision function.
For more information on the
Top Rear
Vision

function, refer to the corresponding
section.
Front and rear vision

With the engine running and the speed
below 12 mph (20 km/h), the system is
activated via the Driving/Vehicle touch screen
menu:
►

Select "
Visual parking assistance".
AUTO mode is displayed by default, with front
vision, if the gearbox is in neutral or with a
gear engaged, or with rear vision, if reverse is
engaged.
The system is deactivated:
–

Automatically above about 19 mph (30
km/h)
(the image disappears temporarily from 12 mph
(20

km/h)).
–

By pressing the white arrow in the upper-left
corner of the touch screen.
AUTO mode

This mode is activated by default.
Using sensors in the front bumper, the automatic
view changes from the front view (standard) to
the view from above (zoom) as an obstacle is
approached during a manoeuvre.
Standard view

The area in front of your vehicle is displayed on
the screen.
The orange lines 1 represent the width of your
vehicle, with the mirrors unfolded; their direction
changes according to the position of the steering
wheel.

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6The red line 2 represents a distance of 30 cm
from the front bumper; the two orange lines 3
and 4 represent 1 m and 2 m, respectively.
This view is available with AUTO mode or in the
view selection menu.
Zoom view

The camera records the vehicle's surroundings
during the manoeuvre in order to create a
view from above the front of the vehicle in its
near surroundings, allowing the vehicle to be
manoeuvred around obstacles nearby.
This view is available with AUTO mode or in the
view selection menu.
Obstacles may appear further away than
they actually are.
It is important to check the sides of the
vehicle during the manoeuvre, using the
mirrors.
The parking sensors also supplement the
information on the vehicle's surroundings.
180° view

The 180° view assists with exiting from a parking
space in forward gear, making it possible to
see the approach of vehicles, pedestrians and
cyclists.
This view is not recommended for carrying out a
complete manoeuvre.
It consists of 3 areas: left A, centre B and right
C.
This view is available only from the view
selection menu.
Top Rear Vision - 360 Vision
With MyCitroën Drive Plus
Top Rear Vision
For more information, refer to the
General recommendations on the use
of driving and manoeuvring aids .
When reverse gear is engaged, with the engine
running, this system displays views of the
vehicle's close surroundings
on the touch screen
using a camera located at the rear of the vehicle.




The screen is divided into 3 parts with a side
menu, a contextual view and a view from above
the vehicle in its close surroundings.
The parking sensors supplement the information
in the view from above the vehicle.
Different contextual views are available:
–
Automatic zoom view
.

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7POWERCHARGE FAULT SymbolDescription

(green)


(green)


(red)


The control unit is currently performing a self-test.


(green)


Connected only to the infrastructure or to the
infrastructure and to the Electric Vehicle (EV) but
no charging in progress.


(green)


(green)



Connected to the power supply and to the Electric
Vehicle (EV).
The EV is on charge or in a temperature pre-
conditioning sequence.


(green)


(green)



Connected to the power supply and to the Electric
Vehicle (EV).
The EV is waiting for charging or the charging of
the EV is completed.


(red)


Control unit malfunction. No charging allowed.
If an error indicator reappears after a manual reset,
the control unit must be checked by a CITROËN
dealer before the next charge.


(green)


(green)


(red)


The control unit is in diagnostic mode.
Manual reset procedure
The control unit can be reset by simultaneously disconnecting the chargi\
ng connector and the wall socket.
Then, reconnect the wall socket first. For more information, refer to the handbook.

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7For a full charge, follow the desired charging
procedure without pausing it, until it ends
automatically. Charging can be either immediate
or deferred (except fast public charger, mode 4).
You can stop domestic or accelerated charging
at any time by unlocking the vehicle and
removing the nozzle. For superfast charging,
refer to the fast public charger.
For more information on the charging displays
on the Instrument panel and the Touch screen,
refer to the corresponding section.
It is also possible to monitor the charging
progress using the MyCitroën App
application.
For more information on Remotely
operable additional functions , refer to the
corresponding section.
As a safety measure, the engine will not start if the charging cable is plugged into
the connector on the vehicle. A warning is
displayed on the instrument panel.
Cooling the traction battery
The cooling fan in the engine
compartment comes on during charging to
cool the on-board charger and the traction
battery.
Low load / Driving
Driving when the charge level of the
traction battery is too low can lead to the
vehicle breaking down and can lead to
accidents or serious injuries. ALWAYS make
sure the traction battery has a sufficient
charge level.
Low load / Parking
If the outside temperature is negative,
it is recommended not to park your vehicle
outside for several hours at a low load (less
than 20%).
Vehicle in storage for more than
1 month
In the event of a long period of non-use of
the vehicle (beyond 4
weeks) without the
possibility of charging when restarting, the
self-discharge may make it impossible to
restart if the traction battery charge level
is a low or very low, especially at negative
ambient temperatures. ALWAYS make sure
that the traction battery has a charge between
20% and 40% if you do not plan to use your
vehicle for several weeks.
Do not connect the charging cable.
Always park the vehicle in a place with
temperatures between -10°C and 30°C
(parking in a place with extreme temperatures
can damage the traction battery).
Disconnect the cable from the (+) terminal
of the accessory battery in the engine
compartment.
Connect a 12 V battery charger to the (+)
and (-) terminals of the accessory battery
about every 3 months in order to recharge the
accessory battery and maintain an operating
voltage.
Precautions
Our electric vehicles have been developed in
accordance with the recommendations on the
maximum limits for electromagnetic fields, as
issued by the International Commission on Non-
Ionizing Radiation Protection
(ICNIRP - 1998
Guidelines).
Wearers of pacemakers or equivalent
devices
Ask your doctor about what precautions you should take, or ask the manufacturer
of your implanted electro-medical device about
whether its operation is guaranteed in an
environment which complies with the ICNIRP
recommendations.
If in doubt
Domestic or accelerated charging: do
not remain inside or near the vehicle, or near
the charging cable or charging unit, even for
a short time.
Superfast charging: do not use the system
yourself and avoid approaching public fast
charging points. Leave the area and ask a
third party to recharge the vehicle.

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For domestic or accelerated charging
Before charging
Depending on the context:
►

Have a professional check that the
electrical system to be used complies with
applicable standards and is compatible with
the vehicle.
►


Have a professional electrician install
a dedicated domestic power socket or
accelerated charging unit (W

allbox)
compatible with the vehicle.
You should preferably use the charging cable
available as an accessory.
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
During charging
While charging is in progress, unlocking
the vehicle will cause the charging to stop.
If no action is taken on one of the openings
(door or boot) or on the charging nozzle, the
vehicle will lock again after 30 seconds and
charging will resume automatically.
Never work under the bonnet:
–

Some areas remain very hot, even an hour
after charging ends - risk of burns!
–


The fan may start at any time - risk of cuts
or strangulation!
After charging
Check that the charging flap is closed.
Do not leave the cable connected to the
domestic power socket - risk of short-circuit
or electrocution in the event of contact with or
immersion in water!
For superfast charging
Before charging
Check that the fast public charging
station and its charging cable are compatible
with the vehicle.
If the exterior temperature is below:
–

0°C, charging times may be extended.
–


-20°C, charging is still possible, but
charging times may be extended even further
(the battery has to be heated first).
After charging
Check that the charging flap is closed.
Connection
► Before charging, check that the drive selector
is in mode P, otherwise charging is not possible.
►

Open the charging flap by pressing the
push-button, and check that there are no foreign
bodies on the charging connector

.
Domestic charging, mode 2



► Connect the charging cable from the control
unit to the domestic socket.
When the connection is made, all of the indicator
lamps on the control unit light up, then only the
POWER
indicator lamp remains on in green.
►

Remove the protective cover from the
charging nozzle.
►


Insert the nozzle into the charging connector
.
The start of charging is confirmed by the flashing
green CHARGE indicator lamps in the flap, then
those on the control unit.
If this is not the case, charging has not
started; restart the procedure, ensuring that all
connections are properly established.
The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to
indicate that the nozzle is locked.
When charging is complete and while the
charging cable is still connected, opening

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7the driver's door will display the charge level
on the instrument panel for about 20 seconds.
Accelerated charging, mode 3

► Follow the accelerated charging unit
(W allbox) user instructions.
►

Remove the protective cover from the
charging nozzle.
►


Insert the nozzle into the charging connector
.
The start of charging is confirmed when the
charging indicator lamp in the flap flashes green.
If this is not the case, charging has not started;
restart the procedure, ensuring that the
connection has been properly established.
The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to
indicate that the nozzle is locked.
Superfast charging, mode 4

► Depending on version, remove the protective
cover from the lower part of the connector .►

Follow the instructions for use of the fast
public charger and connect the cable from the
fast public charger
to the vehicle's connector.
The start of charging is confirmed by the flashing
green charging indicator lamp in the flap.
If this is not the case, charging has not started;
restart the procedure, ensuring that the
connection is properly established.
The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to
indicate that the nozzle is locked.
Deferred charging
The deferred charging start time is set to
midnight by default.
Depending on equipment, this time can be
changed.
Settings
On a smartphone or tabletYou can programme the deferred charging function at any time via the
MyCitroën App application.
For more information on Remotely operable
additional functions , refer to the corresponding
section.
In the vehicle, with MyCitroën Play or
MyCitroën Drive
► In the Energy touch screen menu,
select the Charge page.
►

Set the charging start time.
►


Press
OK.
The setting is saved in the system.
In the vehicle, with MyCitroën Drive Plus
► In the Energy touch screen
application, select the Charging tab.
►

Set the charging start time.
►


Press
OK.
Activation
Deferred charging is only possible with
modes 2 and 3.
►

After programming the deferred charging,
connect your vehicle to the desired charging
equipment.


► Lock the vehicle.
► Press this button in the flap within one
minute to activate the system (confirmed by the
charging indicator lamp coming on in blue).
Disconnection

Before disconnecting the nozzle from the
charging connector:
►

If the vehicle is unlocked, lock it and then
unlock it .

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► If the vehicle is locked, unlock it.
The red indicator lamp in the flap goes out to
confirm that the charging nozzle is unlocked.
►

Within
30 seconds, remove the charging
nozzle.
The charging indicator lamp comes on in white.
With selective door unlocking activated,
press the unlocking button twice to
disconnect the charging nozzle.
When charging is complete, the green
charging indicator lamp in the flap goes
out after about 2 minutes.
Domestic charging, mode 2
The end of charging is confirmed when the green
CHARGE indicator lamp on the control unit and
the green charging indicator lamp in the flap
come on fixed.
►

Replace the protective cover on the charging
nozzle and close the charging flap.
►


Disconnect the control unit end of the
charging cable from the domestic socket.
Accelerated charging, mode 3
The end of charging is indicated by the charging
control unit and by the fixed lighting of the green
indicator lamp in the flap.
►

Hang up the nozzle on the charging unit and
close the charging flap.
Superfast charging, mode 4
The end of charging is indicated by the charger
and by the fixed lighting of the green indicator
lamp in the flap.
► You can also pause charging by
pressing this button in the flap (in mode 4
only).
►

Hang up the nozzle on the charger
.
►

Depending on version, replace the protective
cover on the lower section and close the
charging flap.
When the charging nozzle is
disconnected, a message on the
instrument panel indicates that charging is
complete, even if the charging nozzle was
disconnected before full charging was
completed.
Towing device
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.
Comply with the maximum authorised
towable weight, as indicated on your
vehicle's registration certificate, on the
manufacturer's label and in the Technical
data section of this guide.
If using accessories attached to the
towing device (e.g. bicycle carriers, tow
boxes):
–

Comply with the maximum authorised nose
weight.
–


Do not transport more than 4 conventional
bicycles or 2 electric bicycles.
When loading bicycles onto a bicycle carrier
on a towball, be sure to place the heaviest
bicycles as close as possible to the vehicle.
Observe the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving.
Electric motor
An electric vehicle cannot under any
circumstances be fitted with a towing device.

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Drive gently: the vehicle will be more
susceptible to the effects of side winds and its
stability may be affected.
Regularly check the security and tight
fastening of the roof bars, at least before each
trip.
Remove the roof bars once they are no longer
needed.
Sunroof
Check that the load does not pass below
the roof bars so that it does not impede the
movements of the sunroof - risk of major
damage!
Direct fitting on roof

The transverse bars must only be fixed at the
four anchorage points located on the roof frame.
These points are concealed by the vehicle doors
when the doors are closed.
The roof bar fixings have a stud which must be
inserted into the opening of each anchorage
point.
Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve
traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle
when braking.
Snow chains must be fitted only to the
front wheels. They must never be fitted to
"space-saver" type spare wheels.
Observe the legislation in force in your
country relating to the use of snow
chains and maximum authorised speeds.
Use only chains designed to be fitted to the type
of wheel fitted to the vehicle:
Original tyre size Chain type 215/65 R16 Polaire XP9 120
(9
mm)
215/60 R17 Polaire XP9 120
(9
mm)
195/60 R18 Polaire PSS 112
(10
mm)
For more information on snow chains, contact a
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Installation tips
► To fit the snow chains during a journey, stop
the vehicle on a flat surface at the side of the
road.
►

Apply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent
movement of the vehicle.
►


Fit the snow chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer

.
►

Move off gently and drive for a few moments,
without exceeding 31

mph (50 km/h).
►

Stop the vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
It is strongly recommended that you
practise fitting the snow chains on a level
and dry surface before setting off.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads that have been cleared of snow to avoid
damaging the vehicle's tyres and the road
surface. If the vehicle is fitted with alloy
wheels, check that no part of the chain or its
fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.
Energy economy mode
This system manages the duration of use of
certain functions, in order to conserve a sufficient
level of charge in the battery with the ignition off.
After switching off the engine and for a maximum
cumulative period of around 30 minutes, you can

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7continue to use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, dipped beam headlamps or
courtesy lamps.
Selecting the mode
A confirmation message is displayed when
energy economy mode is entered, and the active
functions are placed on standby.
If a telephone call is in progress at the
time, it will be maintained for around 10
minutes via the audio system’s hands-free
system.
Exiting the mode
These functions are automatically reactivated the
next time the vehicle is used.
To restore the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it run:
–

For less than 10 minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately 5 minutes.
–


For more than 10 minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately 30 minutes.
Let the engine run for the specified duration to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
T

o recharge the battery, avoid repeatedly or
continuously restarting the engine.
A flat battery prevents the engine from starting.
For more information on the 12
V battery/
Accessories battery /, refer to the
corresponding section.
Load reduction mode
This system manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates certain
functions, such as the air conditioning and the
heated rear screen.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
Bonnet
Stop & Start
Before doing anything under the bonnet,
you must switch off the ignition to avoid any
risk of the engine restarting automatically.
Take care with objects or clothing that could
be caught in the blades of the cooling fan
or in certain moving components - risk of
strangulation and serious injury!
Electric motor
Take care with objects or clothing that
could be caught in the blades of the cooling
fan or in certain moving components - risk of
strangulation and serious injury!
Before carrying out any work under the
bonnet, you must switch off the ignition, check
that the READY indicator lamp is off on the
instrument panel and disconnect the nozzle
from the charging connector if it is connected.
The location of the interior bonnet release lever prevents the bonnet being
opened when the left-hand front door is
closed.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the bonnet stay
with care (risk of burns), using the protected
area.
When the bonnet is open, take care not to
damage the safety catch.
Do not open the bonnet under very windy
conditions.
Cooling of the engine when stopped
The engine cooling fan may start after
the engine has been switched off.
Take care with objects or clothing that
could be caught in the blades of the fan!