warning Citroen C4 PICASSO DAG 2008.5 1.G Workshop Manual

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Displays on the instrument panel
- The selector position is displayed in the instrument panel, on the
left on multifunction screens A
and C and on the right on the
NaviDrive multifunction screen.
- A background-lit position grille associated with the selector
allows you to view the position
selected.

When the ignition is on,
lighting of the service
warning lamp, accompa-
nied by a sound signal and the
message "Gearbox faulty" indi-
cates a malfunction.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
For safety:

 Position N can only be disen-
gaged if you are pressing the
brake pedal.

 If the gearbox is in position N
but the selector position is differ-
ent, reposition the selector on N
in order to be able to start. Moving off

 To start the engine, the selector
has to be in position N .

 Press fi rmly on the brake pedal.

 Action the starter.

 When the engine is running,
place the selector on R , A or M
as desired.

 Check, in the instrument panel,
the position engaged.

 Release the brake pedal and
accelerate.
If the selector is not in position N ,
and/or if the brake pedal is not
pressed, the corresponding warning
lamp(s) are displayed and a mes-
sage informs you that at least one of
these two conditions is not met.
In this case, the engine will not start,
recommence the above procedure. Reverse gear
Engaging reverse gear
To engage reverse gear, move the
selector to R .

Only attempt to change to reverse
gear when the vehicle is stationary.
If the vehicle is moving rapidly, if an in-
advertent attempt to engage reverse
gear is made, the warning lamp N will
fl ash and your vehicle will go auto-
matically into neutral. To re-engage a
gear, you have only to reposition the
selector on A , M or R .
Neutral Changing to neutral
To change to neutral, move the
selector to N . If the vehicle is
moving, do not select this position
even momentarily.

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Automatic mode Changing to automatic
mode
To change to automatic mode, move
the selector to A .
Manual mode Changing to manual
mode
Manual mode activates when you
move the selector to M .

 Pull the lever "+" to change up a
gear.

 Pull the lever "-" to change down
a gear.
When the engine is running,
before accelerating to move
the vehicle, make sure that
the position engaged on the
selector grille or in the instrument
panel is either: R , A or M
Do not leave the vehicle with the
engine running in R , A or M . Operation in automatic mode

 Move the selector to
position A . The warn-
ing lamp A lights up in
the instrument panel to
confi rm the selection.
The gearbox then functions in auto-
matic mode, without any interven-
tion on your part.
It constantly selects the gear that is
best suited to the following param-
eters:
- driving style,
- road profi le,
- optimum fuel consumption. By pulling either of the levers
"+"
or "-" , you can exercise temporary
control over the changing of gears.
The request to change gear will be
taken into account. You will still be in
automatic mode. The warning lamp

A remains lit up in the instrument
panel.
This function enables you to antici-
pate certain situations such as the
approach of a bend or the need to
overtake another vehicle.
Cancellation of automatic
mode
The change from position A (driving in
automatic mode) to position M (driving
in manual mode) or vice versa can be
made at any time. The warning lamp

A disappears in the instrument panel.
Temporary manual operation
when in automatic mode

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Acceleration
For optimum acceleration (e.g. to
overtake another vehicle), you only
have to apply the accelerator pedal
beyond the end-of-travel switch, by
pressing down fi rmly.
Vehicle stationary, with the
engine running
In the event of a prolonged stop with
the engine running, the gearbox
changes automatically to neutral N . Stopping the vehicle
Before stopping the engine, you can
choose:

 to leave the vehicle in neutral;
move the selector to position N .

 to leave the vehicle with a gear
engaged ( R , A or M ); place the
selector in the chosen position
prior to stopping the engine. In
this case, the vehicle cannot be
moved.
In all cases, it is essential to apply
the parking brake. Check that the
parking brake warning lamp is lit up
in the instrument panel.
Do not use the accelera-
tor to hold your vehicle on
a gradient. Use either the
brake pedal or the electric
parking brake.
Before taking any action in the en-
gine compartment, check that the
selector is in neutral N .

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Automatic operation

 Move the selector to
position D . The gearbox is then operating in

auto-adaptive mode, without requir-
ing any intervention on your part.
For certain manoeuvres (for exam-
ple overtaking), you can obtain max-
imum acceleration by pressing the
accelerator pedal down hard, which
then produces an automatic change
down to a lower gear.
When braking, the gearbox may
change down automatically in order
to provide effective engine braking.
If you lift your foot off the accelerator
abruptly, the gearbox will not engage
a higher gear. Temporary manual operation
when in automatic mode
The gearbox constantly selects
the gear that is best suited to the
following parameters:
- driving style,
- road profi le,
- vehicle load. An action on the levers
"+" or "-"
allows you to exercise temporary
control over the changing of gears.
The request to change gear will be
taken into account. You will still be in
automatic mode. The warning lamp

D remains lit up in the instrument
panel.
This function enables you to antici-
pate certain situations such as the
approach of a bend or the need to
overtake another vehicle.

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Manual operation
Position of the selector for manual
gear changing.
 Move the selector to
position M .
 Pull the lever "+" to change up a
gear.

 Pull the lever "-" to change down
a gear.
- If the vehicle stops or reduces speed (for example when ap-
proaching a stop sign), the gear-
box changes down automatically
to fi rst gear.
- In sequential mode, it is not nec- essary to release the accelerator
during gear changes.
- A request to change gear is ac- cepted only if the engine speed
permits it. - For safety reasons, depending
on the engine speed, a change
up or down may be performed
automatically.
- It is possible at any time to move from position D (driving in
automatic mode) to position M
(driving in sequential mode) or
vice versa.
The fl ashing of the warn-
ing lamp for the position
requested signals that this
position is not yet obtained.
If the warning lamp is on fi xed, the
position is confi rmed.
Display of a dash in the rev counter
indicates a malfunction. Consult a
CITROËN dealer.
Lighting of the service warning
lamp accompanied by a message
and a sound signal indicates a
functioning anomaly. In this case:
- a marked snatching may be felt when selecting R for reverse
gear,
- the gearbox is locked on a gear,
- do not exceed a speed of 100 km/h (approx. 60 mph).
Consult a CITROËN dealer.

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Deactivation
Press on button 3 .
This action causes the
information "OFF" to
appear on the instru-
ment panel display.
This action does not cancel the
memorised maximum speed which
remains displayed in zone A of the
instrument panel.
Override of the programmed
speed
The accelerator pedal is equipped
with an end-of-travel switch. If you
action this switch by pressing the
pedal hard down, you can exceed
the memorised maximum speed at
any time.
During the time the speed is be-
ing exceeded, the displayed speed
fl ashes.
You have only to release the ac-
celerator pedal to return below the
maximum speed and render the
function active again. Return to normal driving

 By moving the control 1 from
position "LIM" to position 0 .

 By the engine stopping.
The speed previously chosen is still
memorised. Operating fault
If there is a speed limiter malfunc-
tion, a message will display accom-
panied by a sound signal and lighting
of the service warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.
If during the operation of the speed
limiter, the system is unable to keep
within the maximum speed (for exam-
ple on a steep descent or under heavy
acceleration) then the speed fl ashes.
Adapt your speed as necessary.
The function will re-engage when
your speed returns below the de-
sired maximum speed.
On a steep downhill gradi-
ent or on sharp accelera-
tion, the speed limiter will
not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed
speed.
Use of fl oor mats that are not
approved by CITROËN may hinder
access to the accelerator pedal and
thus interfere with the functioning
of the speed limiter.
To avoid any risk of interfering with
the pedals:
- check that the fl oor mat is cor- rectly positioned,
- never use more than one fl oor mat.

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Reactivation

 By recall of the memorised
speed
After a disengagement, press on button 3 . Your vehicle automati-
cally returns to the memorised
cruise speed which is displayed
in zone A .
If the memorised cruise speed is higher than the current speed,
the vehicle will accelerate to
reach the former.

 By selection of the current
speed
Press on button 2 or 4 once the
desired speed has been reached.
The information "OFF" will then
disappear from the instrument
panel display.
Overriding the programmed
speed
During the operation of cruise con-
trol, it is always possible to action
the accelerator to go faster than the
cruise speed (for example to over-
take another vehicle). The speed
displayed in zone A fl ashes.
You have only to release the accel-
erator pedal to return to the cruise
speed. If during the operation of cruise
control, the system is unable to
keep within the memorised speed
(for example on a steep descent),
then the speed fl ashes. Adapt your
speed as necessary.
Return to normal driving Operating fault
If there is a malfunction, a message
will display accompanied by a sound
signal and lighting of the service
warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Cruise control should only
be used when the driving
conditions allow you to drive
at a constant speed.
Do not use it in heavy traffi c, or on
dangerous or slippery roads.
The driver must remain attentive
and in full control of his vehicle.
You are recommended to keep your
feet within range of the pedals.
To avoid any risk of interfering with
the pedals:
- check that the fl oor mat is cor- rectly positioned,
- never use more than one fl oor mat.

 By an action on the control 1 from
position "REG" to position 0 .

 By the engine stopping.
The cruise speed previously chosen is no longer memorised.

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PARKING SPACE SENSOR
System which measures the parking
space available between two vehicles
or obstacles. It measures the size of the
space and gives you information on:
- the possibility of fi tting into a free space, depending on the
dimensions of your vehicle and
the distances necessary for your
manoeuvring,
- the level of diffi culty of the ma- noeuvre to be performed.
The system does not measure spac-
es which are clearly much smaller or
larger than the size of the vehicle. Displays on the instrument
panel
The parking space sensor
function warning lamp can
have three different statuses:
- off: the function is not selected,
- on fi xed: the function is selected
but the conditions for measuring
are not yet met (direction indi-
cator not operating, speed too
high) or the measuring phase is
terminated.
- fl ashing: the measuring is in
progress or the message is being
displayed. You can select the "parking space
sensor" function by pressing button

A . The fi xed lighting of the warning
lamp indicates that the function is
selected.

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LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM
System which detects the involun-
tary crossing of longitudinal traffi c
lane markings on the ground (con-
tinuous or discontinuous line).
Sensors, fi tted below the front
bumper, trigger a warning if the vehi-
cle drifts (speed higher than 50 mph
(80 km/h)).
This system operates to its full
potential above all when used on
motorways and main roads. Activation

 Press button A , the indicator light
comes on.
Deactivation

 Press button A again, the indica-
tor light switches off.
The status of the system remains
in the memory when the ignition is
switched off.
Detection
You are warned by the vibration of
the driver's seat cushion:
- on the right-hand side, if the marking on the ground has been
crossed on the right,
- on the left-hand side, if the mark- ing on the ground has been
crossed on the left.
No warning is transmitted while the
direction indicator is active and for
approximately 20 seconds after the
direction indicator is switched off.
A warning may be transmitted
if a direction marking (arrow) or
non-standard marking (graffi ti) is
crossed. Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction, the
service warning light comes on, ac-
companied by an audible signal and a
message on the multifunction display.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
The lane departure warning system
cannot, in any circumstances,
replace the need for vigilance and
responsibility on the part of the driver. The detection may be disrupted:
- if the sensors are dirty (mud,
snow, ...),
- if the markings on the ground are worn,
- if there is little contrast between the markings on the ground and
the road surface.

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that the sensors are not covered
with mud, ice or snow. When re-
verse gear is engaged, an audible
signal (long beep) indicates that
the sensors may be dirty.

 Press button A again, the warn-
ing light switches off, the system
is reactivated.
Reactivation
Deactivation

 Press button A , the warning light
comes on, the system is fully
deactivated.
The system will be deactivated au-
tomatically when a trailer is being
towed or when a bicycle carrier is
fi tted (vehicle fi tted with a towbar
or bicycle carrier recommended by
CITROËN). Operating fault
If an operating fault occurs, this warn-
ing light is displayed on the instrument
panel and/or a message appears on
the multifunction display, accompa-
nied by an audible signal (short beep),
when reverse gear is engaged.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.