CITROEN C4 PICASSO 2017 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: CITROEN, Model Year: 2017, Model line: C4 PICASSO, Model: CITROEN C4 PICASSO 2017Pages: 316, PDF Size: 10.36 MB
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In sequential mode, it is not necessary to 
release the accelerator pedal when changing 
g e a r.
Changing from one gear to another only 
occurs if the vehicle speed and engine speed 
conditions allow; other wise the gearbox will 
operate temporarily in automatic mode.
If the engine speed is too low or too high, the 
gear selected flashes for a  few seconds, then 
the gear actually engaged is displayed.
Invalid value during manual operation
This symbol is displayed if a   gear 
is not engaged correctly (selector 
between two positions).
You can change mode at any time by 
moving the gear selector from D to M or 
vice versa.
Stopping the vehicle
door is opened or approximately 45 seconds 
a fter the ignition is switched off, an audible 
signal sounds and a
 
message appears:
F
 
r
 eposition the lever to position P ; the 
audible signal stops and the message 
disappears.
Whatever the parking circumstances, you must 
apply the parking brake manually to immobilise 
the vehicle if automatic operation has been 
deactivated.
In all circumstances, ensure that the 
selector is in position P before leaving 
your vehicle.
Before switching off the engine, you can 
engage position P or N to place the gearbox 
in neutral. In both cases, apply the parking 
brake to immobilise the vehicle, unless it is 
programmed to automatic mode.
If the lever is not in position P , when the driver's In the event of a
  battery failure, use the 
chock to immobilise your vehicle.
Operating fault
If the gearbox malfunctions, the 
Ser vice warning lamp comes on in 
the instrument panel, accompanied 
by a
  message and an audible signal. Do not exceed 62
  mph (100   km/h), local speed 
restrictions permitting.
Have it checked by a   CITROËN dealer or 
a
 
 qualified workshop.
In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up 
mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may then 
feel a
 
substantial jolt when changing from P to 
R and from N to R . This jolt will not cause any 
damage to the gearbox.
Gear efficiency indicator
This system reduces fuel consumption by 
recommending the most appropriate gear.
Operation
Depending on the driving situation and your 
vehicle's equipment, the system may advise 
you to skip one (or more) gear(s). You can 
follow this instruction without engaging the 
intermediate gears.
Gear efficiency recommendations are for 
information only. In fact, the road layout, the 
traffic density and safety remain the deciding 
factors when choosing the best gear. The driver 
therefore remains responsible for deciding 
whether or not to follow the indications issued 
by the system.
This function cannot be deactivated.
With an automatic gearbox, the system is 
only active in manual mode.
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The information appears in the 
instrument panel in the form of an 
ar row.
With a
  manual gearbox, the arrow may be 
accompanied by the gear recommended.
This arrow may be pointing up or down, 
depending on the context.
The system adapts its gear efficiency 
recommendation according to the driving 
conditions (slope, load, etc.) and the 
driver's requirements (power, acceleration, 
b r a k i n g , e t c .) .
The system never suggests:
-
 e
ngaging first gear,
-
 enga
ging reverse gear.
Stop & Start
Per fect for urban use, the Stop & Start system 
reduces fuel consumption and exhaust 
emissions as well as the noise level when 
stationary.
The Stop & Start system puts the engine 
temporarily into standby – STOP mode – during 
stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams, or 
other, etc.). The engine restarts automatically – 
START mode – as soon as you wish to move off 
again.
Restarting occurs instantaneously, quickly and 
silently.
Operation
Going into engine STOP mode
This indicator lamp comes on in the 
instrument panel and the engine 
goes into standby automatically.
-
 
W
ith a   manual gearbox , at speeds below 
12
 
mph (20   km/h), or with the vehicle 
stationary (with the PureTech 110, 130
  and 
BlueHDi 100, 130
  versions), when you place 
the gear lever in neutral and you release the 
clutch pedal,
-
 
W
ith an automatic gearbox , at speeds 
below 2
  mph (3   km/h), or when the vehicle 
is stationary (depending on version), when 
you press the brake pedal or place the gear 
selector into position N .
If your vehicle is fitted with this system, a time 
counter calculates the sum of the periods in 
STOP mode during a
  journey. It resets to zero 
every time the ignition is switched on with the 
"START/STOP" button. For your convenience, during parking 
manoeuvres, STOP mode is not available 
for a
  few seconds after coming out of 
reverse gear.
The Stop & Start system does not modify 
the vehicle's functions, such as, for 
example, braking, power steering, etc.
Never refuel with the engine in STOP 
mode; you must switch off the ignition with 
the "START/STOP" button.
Special cases: STOP mode not 
available
STOP mode is not invoked when:
-  t he driver's door is open,
-
 
t
 he driver's seat belt is not fastened,
-
 
t
 he vehicle has not exceeded 6   mph 
(10
  km/h) since the last engine start using 
the "START/STOP" button,
-
 
t
 he electric parking brake is applied or being 
applied,
-
 
t
 he engine is needed to maintain 
a
 
comfortable temperature in the passenger 
compartment,
-
 
d
 emisting is active, 
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Going into engine START mode
This indicator lamp goes off and the 
engine restarts automatically.
-
 
W
ith a   manual gearbox , when you fully 
depress the clutch pedal.
-
 
W
ith an automatic gearbox :
•
 
g
ear selector in position D or M , when 
you release the brake pedal,
•
 
o
r gear selector in position N and brake 
pedal released, when you place the gear 
selector in position D or M ,
•
 o
r when you engage reverse gear. 
Special cases: START mode 
activated automatically
START mode is activated automatically if:
- y ou open the driver's door,
-
 y
ou unfasten the driver's seat belt,
-
 
t
 he speed of the vehicle exceeds 16   mph 
(25
  km/h) with a   manual gearbox (2   mph 
(3
  km/h) with PureTech 110, 130, THP 165, 
180
  and BlueHDi 100, 130   versions), 2   mph 
(3
  km/h) with an automatic gearbox,
-
 
t
 he electric parking brake is being applied,
-
 c
ertain specific conditions (battery charge, 
engine temperature, braking assistance, 
air conditioning setting, etc.) where the 
engine is needed for control of the system 
or vehicle.
Deactivation/Manual 
reactivation
- certain special conditions (battery charge,  engine temperature, braking assistance, 
exterior temperature, etc.) where the engine 
is needed for control of the
  system.
In this case, this indicator lamp 
flashes for a
  few seconds then goes 
of f.
This operation is perfectly normal.
In this case, this indicator lamp 
flashes for a
  few seconds, then goes 
of f.
This operation is perfectly normal.
In certain circumstances, such as to 
maintain the temperature in the passenger 
compartment, it may be necessary to 
deactivate the Stop & Start system. The system can be deactivated at any time, 
once the ignition is switched on.
If the engine is in STOP mode, it then restarts.
The Stop & Start system is reactivated 
automatically every time the ignition is switched 
on.
The Stop & Start is deactivated in the Driving
 
menu of the touch screen.
Select "Stop & Start" to deactivate the system.
It is indicated by this warning lamp 
coming on.
Select "Stop & Start" again to reactivate the 
function. It is indicated by this indicator lamp 
coming on.
Use of the adaptive cruise control 
deactivates the Stop & Start function.
Operating fault
If the system fails, this warning lamp 
flashes for a   few seconds before 
lighting up continuously, associated 
with a
 
message.
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Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or 
a  qualified workshop.
If a
  fault occurs in STOP mode, the engine may 
stall.
All of the instrument panel warning lamps come 
on.
Depending on version, an alert message may also 
be displayed, asking you to place the gear lever in 
position N and press the brake pedal.
It is then necessary to switch off the ignition and 
start the engine again using the "START/STOP" 
button.
The Stop & Start requires the use of 
a   12   V battery of special specification and 
technology.
All work on this type of battery must be 
carried out only by a
  CITROËN dealer or 
a
 
qualified workshop.
For more information on the 12
  V batter y, 
refer to the corresponding section.
Opening the bonnet
Before doing anything under the bonnet, 
deactivate the Stop & Start system to avoid 
the risk of injury related to an automatic 
change to START mode. Driving on flooded roads
Before driving in a
  flooded area, it is 
strongly recommended that you deactivate 
the Stop & Start system.
For more information on Driving advice , 
particularly on flooded roads, refer to the 
corresponding section.
Tyre under-inflation 
detection
System which automatically checks the 
pressures of the tyres while driving.
The system monitors the pressure of the four 
tyres when the vehicle is moving.
It compares the information given by the 
wheel speed sensors with reference values, 
which must be reinitialised after ever y tyre 
pressure adjustment or wheel change .
The system triggers an alert as soon as it 
detects a
  drop in the 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 worsens 
road-holding, lengthens braking distances, 
causes premature wear of the tyres, 
particularly in adverse conditions (heavy 
loads, high speeds, long journeys).
Driving with under-inflated tyres 
increases fuel consumption.
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. 
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Checking tyre pressures
This check should be done 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, add 0.3
  bar (30   kPa) to the 
values indicated on the label.
Under-inflation alert
This is indicated by continuous 
illumination of this warning lamp, 
an audible signal and, depending 
on equipment, the display of 
a
 
message.
F
 
R
educe speed immediately, avoid excessive 
steering movements and sudden braking.
F
 
S
top 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. F
 
I
 f it is not possible to make this check 
immediately, drive carefully at reduced 
speed.
or
F  
I
 n case of a   puncture, use the temporary 
puncture repair kit or the spare wheel 
(depending on equipment).
The alert is kept active until the system is 
reinitialised.Reinitialisation
The system must be reinitialised after any 
adjustment to the pressures of one or more 
tyres, and after changing one or more wheels.
Before reinitialising the system, ensure 
that the pressures of the four tyres 
are correct for the conditions of use 
of the vehicle and conform to the 
recommendations on the tyre pressure 
label.
The under-inflation alert can only be relied 
on if the reinitialisation of the system has 
been done with the pressures in the four 
tyres correctly adjusted.
The under-inflation detection system 
does not give a
  warning if a   pressure is 
incorrect at the time of reinitialisation. Snow chains
The system does not have to be 
reinitialised after fitting or removing snow 
chains.
Reinitialisation of the system is done on the 
touch screen, with the ignition on and the 
vehicle stationary.
F  
I
 n the Driving
 menu, select the " Driving 
functions " tab, then " Under-inflation 
initialisation ".
F  
C
 onfirm the instruction by pressing "
Ye s", 
an audible signal and a   message confirm 
the reinitialisation.
The new pressure parameters saved are 
treated as reference values by the system.
Malfunction
F If you have a   compressor, such as the one 
in the temporary puncture repair kit, check 
the pressures of the four tyres when cold. In this case, under-inflation monitoring of the 
tyres is no longer provided.
Have the system checked by a
  CITROËN 
dealer or a
  qualified workshop.
The flashing and then fixed illumination of the 
under-inflation warning lamp accompanied 
by illumination of the Ser vice warning lamp 
indicates a
  fault with the system.
A message appears, accompanied by an 
audible signal.
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Memorising speeds
This function allows speeds to be saved, which 
can then be offered to set the two systems: the 
speed limiter (to limit the speed of the vehicle) 
or the cruise control (for a  vehicle cruising 
speed).
You can memorise up to six speed settings 
for each of the two systems. By default, some 
speed settings are already memorised.
Memorisation
This function can be accessed in the Driving  
menu of the touch screen.
F
 
Sel
 ect the " Driving functions " tab then 
Adjusting Speeds . F
 
P
 ress the button corresponding to the 
speed setting you want to modify.
F  
E
 nter the new value using the numerical 
keypad and confirm.
As a   safety measure, the driver must carry 
out these operations when stationary.
After carrying out any work on the system, 
the pressure of the four tyres must be 
checked and the system reinitialised.
F  
S
 elect the system for which you want to 
memorise new speed settings.
Speed Limit recognition 
and recommendation
This system allows the speed limit detected by 
the camera to be displayed in the instrument 
panel.
The system also processes speed limit 
information from the navigation system 
mapping.
You should update your navigation 
mapping regularly in order to receive 
accurate speed limit information from the 
system.
Specific speed limits, such as those for heavy 
goods vehicles, are not displayed.
The display of the speed limit in the instrument 
panel is updated as you pass a
  speed limit sign 
intended for cars (light vehicles). 
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The speed limit units (mph or km/h) 
depend on the country you are driving in.
This should be taken into account in order 
to obser ve the speed limit.
For the system to operate correctly when 
you change country, the units for speed in 
the instrument panel must be those for the 
country you are driving in.
The automatic reading of road signs is 
a  driving assistance system and does not 
always display speed limits correctly.
The speed limit signs present on the road 
always take priority over the display by the 
system.
The system cannot in any circumstances 
replace the need for vigilance on the part 
of the driver.
The driver must observe the driving 
regulations and must adapt the speed of 
the vehicle to suit the weather and traffic.
The system may not display the speed 
limit if it does not detect a
  speed limit sign 
within a
  preset period.
The system is designed to detect signs 
that conform to the Vienna Convention on 
road signs. To maintain correct operation of the 
system: regularly clean the area in front of 
the camera.
The internal sur face of the windscreen can 
also become misted around the camera. 
In humid and cold weather, demist the 
windscreen regularly.
Activation/Deactivation
Activation and deactivation of the system is 
done in the touch screen's Driving
 menu.
Select the " Vehicle settings " tab, then 
" Security "/ "Safety " and "Recommended 
speed display ".
Displays in the instrument panel
1.Detected speed limit indication.
or
2. Indication of the end of the speed limit. The system is active but is not detecting speed 
limit information.
On detection of speed limit information, the 
system displays the value.
Operating limits
The legislation on speed limits is specific to 
each country.
The system does not take account of reduced 
speed limits in the following cases:
-
 
p
 oor weather (rain, snow),
-
 a
tmospheric pollution,
-
 w
hen towing,
-
 
d
 riving with a   space-saver type spare wheel 
or snow chains fitted,
-
 p
uncture repair using the temporary repair 
kit,
-
 y
oung drivers, etc.
The following situations may interfere with 
the operation of the system or prevent it from 
working:
-
 
p
 oor visibility (inadequate street lighting, 
falling snow, rain, fog),
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- windscreen area located in front of the camera dirty, misted, frost-covered, snow-
covered, damaged or covered by a
  sticker,
-
 
f
 ault with the camera,
-
 
o
 bsolete or incorrect mapping,
-
 
o
 bstructed road signs (by other vehicles, 
vegetation, snow),
-
 
s
 peed limit signs that do not conform to the 
standard, are damaged or distorted.
Recommendation
For more information on the Speed 
limiter , Cruise control or Adaptive 
cruise control , refer to the corresponding 
sections.
Steering mounted controls
Display in the instrument panel
In addition to Speed Limit recognition and 
recommendation , the driver can select the 
speed displayed as a
  speed setting for the 
speed limiter or cruise control using the speed 
limiter or cruise control memorisation button. 1.
Select speed limiter/cruise control mode.
2. Memorise a
 
 speed setting.
3. Speed limit indication.
4. Memorise the speed.
5. Current speed setting.
Memorising the speed
On detection of a sign offering a new speed 
l imit, the system displays the value and MEM  
flashes for a
  few seconds to offer to make it 
a
  new speed setting.
If there is a
  difference of less than 6   mph 
(10
  km/h) between the speed setting and 
the speed displayed by the Speed Limit 
recognition and recommendation, the 
MEM  symbol is not displayed.
Depending on the road conditions, several 
speeds may be displayed. F  
S
 witch on the speed limiter/cruise control.
Speed limiter/cruise control information is 
displayed.
F
 
M
 ake an initial  press on button 2
  to request 
saving of the speed suggested.
A message is displayed to confirm the request.
F
 
P
 ress button 2   again to confirm and save 
the new speed setting.
After a
  predetermined period, the screen 
returns to the current display. 
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Speed limiter "LIMIT"
System which prevents the 
vehicle from exceeding the speed 
programmed by the driver.
Once the programmed speed limit is reached, 
additional pressure on the accelerator pedal 
has no effect.
Operation  of the speed limiter requires 
a
 
programmed speed of at least 19   mph 
(30
 
km/h).
The speed limiter is paused  using the control.
The programmed speed can be exceeded 
temporarily by pressing the accelerator firmly 
beyond the point of resistance.
To return to the programmed speed, simply 
release the accelerator pedal until the set 
speed limit has been reached again.
The programmed speed remains in the system 
memory when the ignition is switched off.
The speed limiter cannot, in any circumstances, 
replace the need to obser ve speed limits, nor can it 
replace the need for vigilance on the part of the driver.
Steering mounted controls
For more information on Memorising speeds , 
refer to the corresponding section.
For more information on Speed Limit 
recognition and recommendation  and its 
memorisation, refer to the corresponding 
section.
Displays in the instrument panel
6. Speed limiter on/off indicator.
7. Speed limiter mode selected.
8. Value of the speed setting.
Switching on/Pause
F Turn wheel 1   to the LIMIT position: the 
speed limiter mode is selected but is not 
switched on (Pause).
F
 
S
 witch the speed limiter on by pressing 
button 4 , if the speed displayed is suitable 
(by default, the last speed programmed).
F
 
Y
 ou can pause the speed limiter by pressing 
button 4
  again: the display confirms that it 
has been stopped (Pause).
1.
Select speed limiter mode.
2. Decrease the programmed speed.
3. Increase the programmed speed.
4. Speed limiter On/Pause.
5. Display the list of memorised speeds or
Use the speed suggested by the Speed 
Limit recognition and recommendation  
system.
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Adjusting the Speed Limit 
recognition and recommendation 
setting
You do not have to switch the speed limiter on 
in order to set the speed.
To modify the limit speed setting from the 
current speed of the vehicle:
F 
i
 n steps of +/- 1   mph (km/h), make 
successive short presses on button 2
  or 3,
F
 
c
 ontinuously, in steps of +/- 5   mph (km/h), 
press and hold button 2
  or 3.
To modify the limit speed setting using 
memorised speeds and from the touch screen:
F
 
p
 ress button 5   to display the memorised 
speed settings,
F
 
p
 ress the button for the desired speed 
setting.
The selection screen closes after a
  few 
moments.
This setting becomes the new limit speed.
To modify the limit speed setting from the 
speed suggested by the vehicle Speed Limit 
recognition and recommendation:
F
 
t
 he speed suggested is displayed in the 
instrument panel,
F
 
m
 ake a   first press on button 5 ; a message 
is displayed to confirm the memorisation 
request,
F
 
p
 ress button 5   again to save the suggested 
speed.
The speed displays immediately in the 
instrument panel as the new speed setting.
Temporarily exceeding the 
programmed speed
F Press  firmly  on the accelerator pedal, 
going beyond the point of resistance,  to 
exceed the programmed speed limit.
The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily 
and the displayed programmed speed flashes.
An audible signal accompanies the flashing 
of the programmed speed when exceeding 
the speed is not due to an action by the driver 
(steep hill, etc.).
As soon as the vehicle's speed returns to the 
programmed value, the limiter operates again: 
the display of the programmed speed becomes 
steady again.
Switching off
F Turn wheel 1   to the 0   position. The display 
of information related to the speed limiter 
disappears.
Malfunction
Flashing of the dashes indicates a fault with the 
sp eed limiter.
Have it checked by a
  CITROËN dealer or 
a
 
qualified workshop. On sharp acceleration, as when 
descending a
  steep hill, the speed limiter 
will not be able to prevent the vehicle from 
exceeding the programmed speed.
An audible signal accompanies the 
flashing of the programmed speed when 
exceeding the speed is not due to an 
action by the driver.
The use of mats not approved by 
CITROËN may inter fere with the operation 
of the speed limiter.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
-  
e
 nsure that the mat is positioned 
c o r r e c t l y,
-  
n
 ever fit one mat on top of another.
Cruise control "CRUISE"
System which automatically 
maintains the speed of the vehicle 
at the value programmed by the 
driver, without any action on the 
accelerator pedal. 
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