park assist Citroen C4 PICASSO 2009.5 1.G Owner's Manual
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F A M I L I A R I S A T I O N
Panoramic glass roof
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Xenon directional
headlamps
Whether on dipped beams
or main beams, this function
allows your headlamps to fol-
low the direction of the road
ahead.
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Opening rear screen
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Pneumatic rear suspension
This enhances driving comfort and
maintains a constant body height,
whatever the vehicle load.
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Exterior side spotlamps
These light up the zones fac-
ing the driver’s and passenger’s
doors.
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Front/rear parking
assistance
Sensors, located in the
bumpers, detect obstacles.
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Parking space sensor
This measures the size of a
space and informs you of the
possibility of parking.
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Exterior rear view mirrors
With electric foldback.
Automatically tilts in reverse gear.
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E X T E R I O R
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F A M I L I A R I S A T I O N
This opening gives you enhanced ac-
cess to the boot, even if you are parked
close to a wall or to another vehicle.
Opening rear screen
Opening
Press on control 2. The handhold 4
is in line with the rear wiper.
Closing
Lower the rear screen.
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Press on control 1 .
You cannot open the tailgate if the rear
screen is already open.
Lower the tailgate, using one of the
handholds 3 , located on the inside
of the tailgate trim.
Past the balancing point, allow the
tailgate to close itself (do not assist
it or slow it down).
Load: 22 kg maximum.
The Modubox is composed of a shop-
p i n g t r o l l e y a n d a fl e x i b l e b a g w h i c h c a n
be used independently of each other
depending on your needs.
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O P E N I N G
Opening the tailgate
Closing the tailgate Modubox CITROËN
(C4 Picasso)
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F A M I L I A R I S A T I O N
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Electric parking brake
Before leaving the vehicle, check
that the electric parking brake warn-
ing lamp P (red) is permanently on.
If you leave the vehicle with the en-
gine running, manually apply the
parking brake.
Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle with the ignition on, as they
could release the parking brake. Parking space sensor
You can select this function by pressing
on button
A .
Once the space has been measured, the
function displays the following messages:
< 12 mph (20 km/h)
Parking possible
P a r k i n g d i f fi c u l t
Parking not advised
This device combines:
- automatic functions: Automatic ap-
plication when the engine stops and
automatic release on use of the ac-
celerator (automatic operation by
default);
- manual use: Permanent manual ap- plication/release of parking brake is
possible by operating control lever A .
When in automatic mode, it remains
possible to manually apply or release
the parking brake:
To apply it, pull on control lever A.
To release it, pull then release con-
trol lever A. Hill start assist
To aid starting on a gradient, your ve-
h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h a s y s t e m w h i c h
keeps it immobilised for about 2 sec-
onds, the approximate time it takes to
move your foot from the brake pedal to
the accelerator pedal.
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D R I V I N G
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I N S T R U M E N T S a n d C O N T R O L S
Lighting is associated
with the display of an-
other warning lamp :
Service If this comes on, it in-
dicates the occurrence
of a problem in one
of the systems which
d o e s n o t h a v e a s p e c i fi c w a r n i n g
lamp.
In order to identify it, consult the mes-
sage on the multifunction screen.
The warning lamp only comes on
temporarily in the case of the follow-
ing minor faults:
- incorrect closing of the doors, boot, rear screen and bonnet,
- fl a t r e m o t e c o n t r o l b a t t e r y ,
- incorrect tyre pressure,
- the end of saturation of the parti- c l e e m i s s i o n fi l t e r ( D i e s e l ) .
In the case of major faults, the
warning lamp remains on until the
o p e r a t i n g f a u l t i s r e c t i fi e d , c o n t a c t
a CITROËN dealer as soon as
possible. Braking
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
one of the braking systems:
- s i g n i fi c a n t d r o p i n t h e l e v e l i n t h e circuit,
- electronic brake force distribu- tion (EBFD) faulty (simultane-
ous lighting of the ABS warning
lamp),
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Application/Release of the
automatic electric parking brake
If this warning lamp comes
o n p e r m a n e n t l y , i t i s c o n fi r m -
ing that the parking brake is
applied.
I f i t fl a s h e s , i t i s i n d i c a t i n g a n a p -
plication or release fault. Contact
a CITROËN dealer urgently (see
section "Driving - § Electric parking
brake"). Automatic electric parking brake
fault
This warning lamp comes
on if there is a malfunction in
the automatic electric park-
ing brake.
Deactivation of the automatic
functions of the automatic
electric parking brake
This comes on if the "auto-
matic application" and "auto-
matic release" functions
when you switch off the
engine are deactivated * or
faulty.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been
deactivated, if this warning lamp
and the indicator lamp on the button
come on continuously, this indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the ESP/
ASR system or in the hill start assist
system.
Engine autodiagnostics system
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
the engine management
system.
I f i t fl a s h e s , i t i n d i c a t e s t h e o c -
currence of a fault in the emission
control system.
Central alert
- punctured wheel,
- braking,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
the anti-lock braking sys-
tem.
However, this does not prevent op-
eration of the vehicle’s assisted
braking.
* According to country.
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A C C E S S
BOOT
After unlocking the vehicle com-
pletely using the remote control
or the key, with the rear screen
closed, pull on the handle 1 and
raise the tailgate.
Lower the tailgate using one of
the two handholds 3 , located on
the interior boot trim. -
when the engine is run-
ning , this warning lamp
comes on, accompanied
by a message on the
multifunction screen for a
few seconds,
- when the vehicle is moving
(speed above 6 mph (10 km/h)),
this warning lamp comes on, ac-
companied by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunc-
tion screen for a few seconds.
If the tailgate is not closed correctly:
REAR SCREEN
This opening gives easy access
to the boot, even if you are parked
close to a wall or another vehicle. Closing
Lower the rear screen guiding
it with the wiper arm until it is
closed.
If the rear screen is not closed
correctly: - when the engine is run-
ning , this warning lamp
comes on, accompanied
by a message on the
multifunction screen for a
few seconds,
-
when the vehicle is moving (speed
above 6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning
light comes on, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message on the
multifunction screen for a few seconds.
The boot and the rear screen
cannot both be open at the same
time.
When the rear screen is open, you
can access the boot by raising the
rear shelf using its tab (C4 Picasso).
After unlocking the vehicle com-
pletely using the remote control
or the key, with the boot closed,
press the control 2 and raise the
rear screen using the base 4 of
the wiper arm.
Past the balancing point, allow
the tailgate to lower and close
itself (do not assist it or slow it
down).
Opening
Opening
Closing
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D R I V I N G
To immobilise the vehicle,
engine running
With the engine running and the ve-
hicle stationary, in order to immobi-
lise the vehicle you need to manually
apply the parking brake by pulling
on control lever A .
The application of the parking brake
i s c o n fi r m e d b y : - the lighting of warning lamp P on control A and
on the instrument panel,
- the display of a message "hand- brake on" on the multifunction
screen.
When the driver’s door is opened, a
beep is heard and a message dis-
played if the parking brake has not
been applied.
Before leaving the vehicle,
check that warning lamp P
on the instrument panel is
permanently lit. Particular situations
In certain situations (e.g. starting
the engine), the parking brake can
automatically alter its force. This is
normal operation.
To advance your vehicle (towing,
etc.) without starting the engine, but
with the ignition on, press on the
brake pedal and release the park-
ing brake
by pulling then releasing
control lever A .
The full release of the parking
b r a k e i s c o n fi r m e d b y t h e e x t i n c -
tion of warning lamp P (red) on the
instrument panel and the display of
a message "handbrake off" on the
multifunction screen.
If the parking brake malfunctions
while applied or if the battery runs
fl a t , a n e m e r g e n c y r e l e a s e i s a l w a y s
possible.
Activation/Deactivation of the
automatic functions *
The automatic application when the en-
gine is switched off and the automatic
release when you press the accelerator
can be deactivated. Activation/deacti-
v a t i o n i s p e r f o r m e d u s i n g t h e c o n fi g u -
ration menu of the multifunction screen.
To do so, select "Personalisation/
C o n fi g u r a t i o n / D e fi n e t h e V e h i c l e p a -
rameters/Driving assistance/Automatic
handbrake."
The deactivation of these
f u n c t i o n s i s c o n fi r m e d b y t h e
lighting of this warning lamp
on the instrument panel.
With the automatic functions
deactivated, the application and
release of the parking brake are
done manually.
* According to country
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SITUATION
CONSEQUENCES
1 Electric parking brake fault and display of
message "
Parking brake faulty " and the
following warning lamps: If the electric parking brake fault warning lamp and the servi
ce
warning lamp light up, position the vehicle in a safe loca tion (on
fl a t g r o u n d , w i t h a g e a r e n g a g e d ) .
2 Display of message
"
Parking brake faulty "
and the following warning lamps: - The automatic functions are deactivated.
- The hill start assist is unavailable.
- The electric parking brake is only available manually.
3 Display of message
"
Parking brake faulty
"
and the following warning lamps: - The manual release of the electric parking bra
ke is unavailable.
- The hill start assist is unavailable.
- The automatic functions and manual application are still available.
If any of these instances arises, contact a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.
Operating anomalies
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SITUATIONCONSEQUENCES
4 Display of message
"
Parking brake faulty
"
and the following warning lamps:
and/or fl a s h i n g
- The automatic functions are deactivated.
- The hill start assist is unavailable.
To apply the electric parking brake:
Immobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition.
Pull the control lever for at least 5 seconds or until maximum
application.
Switch on the ignition and check that the electric parking brake
warning lamps are on.
- Application may take longer than in normal operation.
- If warning lamp P fl a s h e s o r i f t h e w a r n i n g l a m p s d o n o t c o m e
on when the ignition is switched on, this method does not work.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer.
To release the electric parking brake:
Switch on the ignition.
Pull the control lever and hold it for approximately 3 second s.
5 Display of message
"
Parking brake control
faulty – auto parking brake activated
" and
the following warning lamps:
and/or fl a s h i n g - Only the functions for automatic application o
n switching off the
engine and automatic release on acceleration are av ailable.
- Manual application/release of the electric parking brake a nd
dynamic emergency braking are unavailable.
6 Battery fault - Lighting of the battery warning lamp ma
kes it essential to stop
t h e v e h i c l e a s s o o n a s t r a f fi c a l l o w s . S t o p a n d i m m o b i l i s e y o u r
vehicle.
- Apply the electric parking brake before switchi ng off the engine.
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HILL START ASSIST
System which holds your vehicle tem-
porarily (approximately 2 seconds)
when starting on a gradient, the time it
takes to move your foot from the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal.
This function is only active when:
- the vehicle is completely stationary, with your foot on the brake pedal,
- in particular conditions on a slope,
- with the driver’s door closed.
The hill start assist function cannot
be deactivated. Operation
Operating fault
If a malfunction of the system oc-
curs, these warning lamps come on.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have
the system checked.
On an ascending slope, with the
vehicle stationary, the vehicle is
held for a brief moment when you
release the brake pedal:
- p r o v i d e d y o u a r e i n fi r s t g e a r o r neutral on a manual gearbox,
- provided you are in A or M on an
electronic gearbox,
- provided you are in D or M on an
automatic gearbox.
On a descending slope, with the
vehicle stationary and reverse
gear engaged, the vehicle is held
for a brief moment when you re-
lease the brake pedal.
Do not exit the vehicle while
it is being held in the hill
start assist phase.
If you need to exit the vehicle with
the engine running, manually apply
the parking brake and ensure that
the warning lamp P (red) on the in-
strument panel is permanently on.
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Operation
Y o u h a v e i d e n t i fi e d a p a r k i n g s p a c e :
Press button A to select the function.
Activate the direction indicator
on the side where the space is to
be measured.
During the measuring, go for-
ward the length of the space, at
a speed less than 12 mph (ap-
prox. 20 km/h), to prepare for
your manoeuvre.
The system then measures the size of the space.
The system informs you of the level
o f d i f fi c u l t y o f t h e m a n o e u v r e v i a
a message on the multifunction
screen accompanied by a gong.
Depending on the message is-
sued by the system, you may or
may not be able to perform the
manoeuvre.
Parking possible
P a r k i n g d i f fi c u l t
Parking not advised
The function displays the following
types of message: The function deselects itself auto-
matically:
- when you engage reverse gear,
- when you switch off the ignition,
- if measuring is not requested,
- w i t h i n fi v e m i n u t e s o f s e l e c t i o n o f
the function,
- if the vehicle speed exceeds the threshold of 45 mph (approx.
70 km/h) for one minute.
If there is a malfunction,
have the system checked
by a CITROËN dealer.
If the lateral distance between your
vehicle and the parking space is too
large, the system may not be able to
measure the space.
- The function remains available
after each measurement and
thus can measure more than
one space during your search.
- In bad weather conditions or in winter, make sure that the sen-
sors are not covered by dirt, or
by ice or snow.
- The parking space sensor func- tion deactivates the front park-
ing assistance during the space
measuring phase when you are
in forward gear.