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A C C E S S
First press button A to fold the
key.
Locating your vehicle
Press the closed padlock to locate
your locked vehicle in a car park.
This is indicated by switching on
o f t h e i n t e r i o r l i g h t i n g a n d fl a s h i n g
of the direction indicators for a few
seconds.
The vehicle remains locked. Guide-me-home lighting Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip
which has a special code. When the
ignition is switched on, this code
must be recognised in order for
starting to be possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser
locks the engine management sys-
tem a few minutes after the ignition
is switched off and prevents starting
of the engine by anyone who does
not have the key. In the event of a mal-
function, you are in-
formed by lighting of
this warning lamp, an
audible signal and a message on
the multifunction screen.
In this case, your vehicle does not
start; contact a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.
Folding the key
A press on button B oper-
ates the guide-me-home
lighting (lighting of the
sidelamps, dipped beams
and number plate lamps).
A second press before the end of
the timing cancels the guide-me-
home lighting.
The timed duration can be set via the
"Lighting" menu on the "Main Menu"
of the instrument panel screen.
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Linked with the automatic
"Guide-me-home" lighting
Link with the automatic lighting pro-
vides the "guide-me-home" lighting
with the following additional options:
- selection of the duration of light-ing for 15, 30 or 60 seconds in
the vehicle parameters on the
m u l t i f u n c t i o n s c r e e n c o n fi g u r a -
tion menu,
- automatic activation of "guide- me-home" lighting when auto-
matic lighting is in operation.
Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction of the
brightness sensor, the lamps come
on and a message appears on the
multifunction screen, accompanied
by an audible signal.
Consult a CITROËN dealer. In fog or snow, the brightness
s e n s o r m a y d e t e c t s u f fi c i e n t l i g h t .
Therefore, the lamps will not come
on automatically.
Do not cover the brightness sen-
sor, linked with the rain sensor and
located in the centre of the wind-
screen behind the interior mirror;
the associated functions would no
longer operate. MANUAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE HEADLAMPS
To avoid dazzling other road users,
the height of the halogen bulb head-
lamps must be adjusted according
to the load in the vehicle.
0.
1 or 2 people in the front seats.
-.
3 people.
1.
5 people.
-.
Intermediate setting.
2.
5 p e o p l e + m a x i m u m a u t h o r i s e d
loads.
-.
Intermediate setting.
3. D r i v e r + m a x i m u m a u t h o r i s e d
loads.
Initial setting is position "0".
AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT OF THE DIRECTIONAL HEADLAMPS
D o n o t t o u c h t h e x e n o n b u l b s .
Consult a CITROËN dealer. If a malfunction oc-
curs, this warning
lamp is displayed on
the instrument panel,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message on the multi-
function screen.
The system then places your head-
lamps in the lowest position.
In order to avoid causing a nuisance
to other road users, this system cor-
r e c t s t h e h e i g h t o f t h e x e n o n h e a d -
lamps beam automatically and when
stationary, in relation to the load in
the vehicle.
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DIRECTIONINDICATORS
Lower the lighting stalk fully
when moving to the left.
Raise the lighting stalk fully when
moving to the right.
"Motorway" function
System for indicating a change of
lane on a motorway.
M o v e t h e s t a l k b r i e fl y u p w a r d s
or downwards, without going
beyond the resistance point;
t h e d i r e c t i o n i n d i c a t o r s w i l l fl a s h
3 times.
This function can be used at any
speed, but it is particularly useful
when changing lane on high-speed
roads.
HAZARD WARNING LAMPS
A visual warning by means of the di-
rection indicators to alert other road
users to a vehicle breakdown, towing
or accident.
Automatic lighting of hazard
warning lamps
When braking in an emergency,
depending on the deceleration, the
hazard warning lamps come on.
They will switch off automatically the
fi r s t t i m e y o u a c c e l e r a t e .
If they do not, press button A to
switch the direction indicators
off. Audible warning to alert other road
users to an imminent danger.
Selection of the left or right direction
indicators to signal a change of direc-
tion of the vehicle.
Press the button, the direction
i n d i c a t o r s fl a s h .
They can operate with the ignition
off.
A s a s a f e t y p r e c a u t i o n i n a t r a f fi c
jam, switch on the hazard warn-
ing lamps if you are the last in the
queue.
Press the left or right-hand part
o f t h e fi x e d c e n t r e d c o n t r o l s
steering wheel.
Use the horn moderately and only
in the following cases:
- immediate danger,
- when approaching an area
- where there is no visibility.
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DEFLATIONDETECTION
System which automatically checks
the pressure of the tyres while driving. Tyres OK display
Choice of detection
This function warns you of tyres that
a r e d e fl a t e d o r p u n c t u r e d .
Automatic detection
Sensors monitor the tyre pressures.
In the event of an anomaly, a message
will appear on the instrument panel
screen.
Driver request detection
You can check the tyre pressures at
any given moment.
Press on button A (CHECK); the
information will be displayed on
the instrument panel screen.
Press on button A (CHECK).
The system indicates to you that the
t y r e s a r e c o r r e c t l y i n fl a t e d .
This information is only available on
the request of the driver. Deflated tyre
automatic detection
detection on request
Automatic detection:
A message indicates to you which
t y r e i s d e fl a t e d .
Driver request detection:
The vehicle outline indicates the
d e fl a t e d t y r e ( s ) .
The message is accompanied by
the SERVICE warning lamp lighting
up and a beep.
Check the tyre pressures as
soon as possible.
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Punctured tyre
automatic detection
detection on request
Automatic detection:
A message indicates to you which
tyre is punctured.
Driver request detection:
The vehicle outline indicates the
punctured tyre(s).
The message is accompanied by
the STOP warning lamp lighting up
and a beep. Wheel not detected
automatic detection
detection on request
Automatic detection:
A message indicates to you which
wheel is not detected. Driver request detection:
The vehicle outline indicates the
wheel(s) which is/are not detected.
The message is accompanied
by the SERVICE warning lamp
lighting up and an audible beep.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
I f y o u h a v e fi t t e d w h e e l s t h a t
a r e n o t e q u i p p e d w i t h t y r e d e fl a -
tion detection (wheels with snow
tyres, etc.), contact a CITROËN
dealer.
T h e d e fl a t i o n d e t e c t i o n s y s t e m i s a
driving aid, but which does not ab-
solve the driver from the need to be
vigilant and responsible.
This system does not dispense with
the requirement to check the tyres
on a regular basis (see "Vehicle
i d e n t i fi c a t i o n " ) , t o m a k e s u r e t h a t
the vehicle is behaving correctly
and to avoid premature tyre wear
arising from driving too fast etc.
Do not forget to check the pressure
in the spare wheel.
Any repair or replacement of a tyre
on a wheel that is equipped with
a sensor must be carried out by a
CITROËN dealer.
The system may suffer from tempo-
rary interference caused by radio
transmissions on neighbouring fre-
quencies.
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BRAKING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS
Group of supplementary systems
which help you to obtain optimum
braking in complete safety in emer-
gency situations:
- anti-lock braking system (ABS),
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
- emergency braking assistance (EBA).
Anti-lock braking system
and electronic brake force
distribution
Linked systems which improve the
stability and manoeuvrability of your
vehicle when braking, in particular
on poor or slippery surfaces.
Activation
The anti-lock braking system comes
into operation automatically when
there is a risk of wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may
make itself felt by slight vibration of
the brake pedal. Operating fault
When braking in an emergency,
p r e s s v e r y fi r m l y w i t h o u t r e l e a s i n g
the pressure. If this warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an au-
dible signal and a message
on the instrument panel
screen, it indicates a malfunction of
the anti-lock braking system which
could result in loss of control of the
vehicle when braking.
If this warning lamp comes
on, together with the STOP
and ABS warning lamps,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the instru-
ment panel screen, it indicates a
malfunction of the electronic brake
force distribution which could result
in loss of control of the vehicle when
braking.
You MUST stop as soon as it is
safe to do so.
In both cases, contact a CITROËN
dealer.
When replacing wheels (tyres and
rims), ensure that they conform to
the manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions. Emergency braking assistance
System which, in an emergency,
enables you to obtain the optimum
braking pressure more quickly, thus
reducing the stopping distance.
Activation
It is triggered by the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed.
The effect of this is a reduction in
the resistance of the pedal and an
i n c r e a s e i n b r a k i n g e f fi c i e n c y .
When braking in an emergency,
p r e s s fi r m l y w i t h o u t r e l e a s i n g t h e
pressure.
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The driver must ensure that passen-
gers use the seat belts correctly and
that they are all restrained securely
before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the ve-
hicle, always fasten your seat belt,
even for short journeys.
Do not invert the seat belt buckles
a s t h e y w i l l n o t f u l fi l t h e i r r o l e f u l l y .
T h e s e a t b e l t s a r e fi t t e d w i t h a n i n -
ertia reel permitting automatic ad-
justment of the length of the strap
to your size. The seat belt is stored
automatically when not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the
seat belt is reeled in correctly.
The lower part of the strap must be
positioned as low as possible on the
pelvis.
The upper part must be positioned
in the hollow of the shoulder.
T h e i n e r t i a r e e l s a r e fi t t e d w i t h a n a u t o -
matic locking device which comes
into operation in the event of a col-
lision, emergency braking or if the
vehicle rolls over. You can release
the device by pulling rapidly on the
strap and releasing it. In order to be effective, a seat belt:
- must be tightened as close to the
body as possible,
- must restrain one person of adult size only,
- must not bear any trace of cuts or fraying,
- must be pulled in front of you with a smooth movement, checking
that it does not twist,
- m u s t n o t b e a l t e r e d o r m o d i fi e d t o avoid altering its performance. Recommendations
for children
Use a suitable child seat if the pas-
senger is less than 12 years old or
shorter than one and a half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to
secure more than one person.
Never allow a child to travel on your
lap.
In accordance with current safety
regulations, all repairs and checks
must be carried out by a CITROËN
dealer who guarantees that the work
is carried out correctly.
Have your seat belts checked regu-
larly by a CITROËN dealer and par-
ticularly if the straps show signs of
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy
w a t e r o r a t e x t i l e c l e a n i n g p r o d u c t ,
sold by CITROËN dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or rear
bench seat, ensure that the seat belt
is positioned and reeled in correctly.
Depending on the nature and
seriousness of the impacts , the
pre-tensioning device may be trig-
gered before and independently of
the airbags. Triggering of the pre-
tensioners is accompanied by a slight
discharge of harmless smoke and
a noise, due to the activation of the
pyrotechnic cartridge incorporated in
the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp
comes on.
Following an impact, have the seat
belts system checked, and if neces-
sary replaced, by a CITROËN dealer.
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D R I V I N G
MANUAL PARKING BRAKE
Mechanical device for immobilising
the vehicle when stationary. This warning lamp comes
on if the parking brake is en-
gaged or not fully released.
If the parking brake is released,
the lighting of this warning lamp
along with the STOP warning lamp
i n d i c a t e s a n i n s u f fi c i e n t l e v e l o f
b r a k e fl u i d o r a m a l f u n c t i o n o f t h e
braking distribution.
It is essential to stop the vehicle.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Application
Pull the parking brake to immobi-
lise your vehicle.
To facilitate the action on the lever,
you are recommended to press the
brake pedal at the same time.
In all circumstances, as a
precautionary measure,
e n g a g e fi r s t g e a r .
On steep gradients, turn the steer-
ing wheel towards the pavement. Release
Press on the end of the lever
whilst pulling it then lower it fully.
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ELECTRICPARKINGBRAKE
The electric parking brake combines
2 operational modes:
- AUTOMATIC
Automatic application when the engine stops and automatic re-
lease on use of the accelerator
(automatic operation by default),
- MANUAL
Manual application/release of the parking brake is always pos-
sible by pulling control A while
pressing the brake pedal. Automatic operation
Application with the engine off
With the vehicle stationary, the parking
brake
is automatically applied when
the engine is switched off.
The application of the parking brake
i s c o n fi r m e d b y : Application with the 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 A .
The application of the parking brake
i s c o n fi r m e d b y :
- the lighting of the warning
lamp on control A and on
the instrument panel,
Before leaving the vehicle,
check that warning lamp P
on the instrument panel is
permanently lit.
Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle with the ignition on, as they
could release the parking brake.
- the display of a message "parking
brake applied" on the instrument
panel screen.
T h e n o i s e o f o p e r a t i o n w i l l c o n fi r m t o
you the application/ release of your
electric parking brake. - the lighting of warning
lamp P on control A and
on the instrument panel,
- the display of a message "parking brake applied" on the instrument
panel 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.
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Release
The electric parking brake releases
automatically and progressively
when you press the accelerator:
with a manual gearbox
( fi r s t gear or reverse gear engaged) ,
press down fully on the clutch
pedal then press on the accelera-
tor pedal and move off.
with an automatic gearbox , ac-
celerate with the selector in posi-
tion D , M or R .
Full release of the parking brake is
c o n fi r m e d b y : - the warning lamp P on
control A and on the in-
strument panel going out,
- the display of a message "parking brake released" on the instrument
panel screen.
When stationary, with the engine
running, do not press the accelerator
pedal unnecessarily (particularly
when starting the engine, including
in neutral), as you may release the
parking brake. Activation/Deactivation of the
automatic functions
The automatic application when the en-
gine is switched off and the automatic re-
lease when you press the accelerator can
be deactivated. Activation/deactivation is
p e r f o r m e d u s i n g t h e c o n fi g u r a t i o n m e n u
of the instrument panel screen. To do so,
s e l e c t " P e r s o n a l i s a t i o n / 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 r a m e t e r s / D r i v i n g
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 deac-
tivated, the application and release
of the parking brake are done manu-
ally.
The deactivation of the auto-
matic functions is recommend-
ed in particularly cold conditions
(ice) and during towing (break-
down, caravan...).
Manual operation
Manual application/release of the
parking brake is always possible.
Application
With the vehicle stationary, to apply the
parking brake whether the engine is
running or off, pull on control A .
The application of the parking brake
i s c o n fi r m e d b y : - the lighting of the warning lamp on control A and of
warning lamp P on the in-
strument panel,
- the display of a message "parking brake applied" on the instrument
panel screen.
When the driver’s door is
opened with the engine run-
ning, a beep is heard and
a message displayed if the parking
brake has not been applied.