headlamp CITROEN C6 2012 Handbook (in English)

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SIGNALLING
LIGHTING CONTROL STALK
All vehicle lamps off
Sidelam
ps on
Dipped beams/main beams on
Rotate the ring Aforwards.
Rotate the ring Aforwards.
AUTOMATIC LIGHTING OF
HEADLAMPS
Sidelamps and dipped beams come on automatically in poor
ambient light, or if the wipers are
in continuous operation. They go out as soon as the ambient light
again become suffi cient or when
the wipers cease to operate.
Activation/deactivation of this
function is possible in the menu
"Personalisation/Confi guration" in
the "Main menu".
Note: Activation of this function is immediate while deactivation requi-res the ignition to be switched off.
In fo
g or snow, the light sensor may detect enough light. The lights will therefore not come on automatically.
Take care not to cover the bright-
ness sensor, which is visible from
outside the windscreen, behind
the interior rear view mirror.
GUIDE-ME-HOME LIGHTING
This function switches on your headlamps, to light your way whenyou wish to walk from a carpark,for example.
Thi
s function is activated:Manually by pulling thecontrolA towards you,
with the ignition switched off.Automatically, provided:
The automatic lighting of headlamps is activated.To activate the guide-
me-home lighting function, select in the "Main menu",
then in "Personalisation/Confi guration", the sub-menu
for lighting and signalling,
then activate the function.
See "Multifunction displays".
Note: It is possible to modify the dura-tion of the guide-me-home lighting (approx. 60, 30 or 15 seconds) inthe menu "Personalisation/Confi gu-ration".


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Dipped beams/main beams dipswitch
Pull the control stalk towards you
to change between dipped beamand main beam.

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C
SIGNALLING
Front foglamps on
Front fo
glamps and rear foglamps on
Rotate the ring Cforwards.
Switching off
First action rearwards, rear foglamps off.
Second action rearwards, front and rear foglamps off.Note:the foglamps should be used only in fog or in other conditions of poor
visibility.
FRONT AND REAR
FOGLAMPS (RING C)
Lighting
With dipped/main beams on:
Rotate the ring Cforwards.
DAYTIME-RUNNING LAMPS
These come on automatically when
the engine is running:If the function is activatedin the Main Menu. See
"Multifunction displays".Provided the lighting controlstalk is on position0and all
the headlamps are off.
I
f the daytime-running lamps are
active, the sidelamps will also be
on (depending on country specifi -cation).


In foggy conditions, if the ambient light is not such thatthe headlamps come on automatically, it is up to the driver to switch on dipped beams, and/or foglamps, manually.

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FEATURES
With dipped beams or main beams, theDirectional headlampsfunction turns the headlamps in the direction theroad ahead is taking.
Your vision on bends is considerably enhanced.Note:An automatic correction of the beam height enables you not to dazzle other drivers.
XENON DUAL FUNCTION DIRECTIONAL
HEADLAMPS
Function activatedFunction deactivated
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
Activated by default, this functioncan be activated/deactivated in the"Main menu" on the multifunctionscreen. See "Multifunction displays".
Th
eactivated/deactivated status
is retained when you switch off
the engine.Note:This function is not activewhen the vehicle is stationary,moving at very low speed, or inreverse gear.
Should there be a malfunction the "Dipped beams" warning lamp fl ashes. Have the system checkedby a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.pp
It is recommended to change both Xenon bulbs at the same time if there is a failure of one of them.

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WIPERS
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
If you have toreplace them, the wiper blades have to be parked in themaintenance position. For this, switch off theignition and then within one minute move the wiper control stalk. The wipers stand up in a vertical position.
After replacement, switch on the ignitionandmove the wiper control stalk so that the wipers resume their normalposition.Note:this action places the Piloted Defl ector in the maintenance position.
WINDSCREEN WASH
To operate the windscreen wash, pull the wiper stalk towards you.
The screen wash is accompanied by a timed wipe of the windscreen, the
headlamp wash also activates if the dipped beams are on.
The displa
y of a message indicates that there is only approx. one litre of
screen wash fl uid remaining.
In freezing conditions, always check that the wiper blades are free to operate.
Remove any accumulation of snow at the base of the windscreen.

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B
C
D
LEVELS
Air fi lter
Follow the requirements set out in the Maintenance and Warranty Guide.
REFER TO THE CHAPTER: USER PRECAUTIONS.
Screen wash and
headlamp wash fl uid
Use CITROËN-approved products wherever possible.
Capacity: See "Capacity".
Engine coolant
The fl uid level should be between the marks MIN.and
MAX. on the header tank.
Engine hot, wait at least
15 minutes.
Qualit
y: See "Maintenance and
Warranty Guide".
Never do anything relating to
the cooling system of an engine
that is hot.
Poles "+" and "-" for
starting with a slave battery
See "Starting the engine with an assisting battery".
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level
on horizontal ground withthe engine having beenswitched off for at least30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the engine oilbetween two services. The manu-
facturer recommends that the oil bechecked and topped up if necessaryevery 3 000 miles (5 000 Km).
Qualit
y:See "Maintenance and
Warranty Guide".
Pull out the manual dip-
stick.
Th
e level should be between
the marks MIN.and MAX.on the gauge.
It must never exceed the maximum.
MAX.
MIN.
Brake fl uid
The level of fl uid should be between the marks MIN.andMAX. on the reservoir.
Quality: See "Maintenance and
Warranty Guide".
If this warning lamp comes on
when driving, stop as soon as it is safe to do so and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.
Power steering and
suspension oil
For topping up, it is neces-sary to go to a CITROËN pp g p,
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
Quality: See "Maintenance and
Warranty Guide".
If opening the bonnet when the engine is hot, even if it is stopped and the ignition is switched off, remember thatthe cooling fan may operate at any moment.
Between routine servicing visits, check the level of engine oil frequently as well as before going on a longjourney.
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FUSES
UNDER THE BONNET
FUSEBOX
To access the fusebox in the enginecompartment, undo each screw a
1/4 turn.
After a re
pair, take care toreclose the cover.
All work on the MAXI fuses, located in the fuseboxes, whichprovide additional protection, must be done by a CITROËN dealer ,,
or a qualifi ed workshop.
Ref.RatingFunction
F120 AEngine ECU – Cooling fan
F215 AHorn
F 310 AScreen wash pump
F 420 AHeadlamp wash
F 515 APreheating – Injection (Diesel)
F 610 ABraking system
F710 AAutomatic gearbox
F 820 AStarter
F 910 AActive bonnet – Xenon dual function directional headlamps
F 1030 AInjectors – Ignition coil – Engine ECU – Fuel supply (Diesel)
F 1140 AAir conditioning (Blower)
F 1230 AWindscreen wiper
F 1340 ABSI
F 14–
FUSES UNDER THE BONNET

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CAPACITIES
ENGINE TYPEV6 HDi
Engine oil capacities (in litres)(1)5,55
(1) After draining with change of oil fi lter.
Capacity of fl uid for windscreen wash and headlamp wash (in litres)6,5

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DEF
ACB
UPPER FRONT LENSALateral lampBDipped/main beamC Sidelamp
Note:In some climatic condi-tions, condensation can appear inthe lighting/signalling units. This is normal and should disappear
after a while (when the functions have been on for a few minutes for example).
If this is not the case, contact aCITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed ,
workshop.
For repairs to the front lamp unitsand for bulb replacement, contacta CITROËN dealer or a qualifi edp,
workshop.
The bulbs
for lampsD and E havea common bulb-holder.
CHANGING BULBS
Your headlamps have Xenon bulbs.
Because of the risk of electrocution, we recommend thatyou contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop in the,
event of a fault.
It is recommended to change both bulbs at the same time if there is a failure of one of them.
Your vehicle is equipped with an active bonnet. To ensure thecorrect operation of this safety equipment, contact a CITROËNqpp
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop for the replacement of any part of the front panel.
LOWER FRONT LENSDDirection indicatorEDaytime-running lampFFront foglamp
SIDE REPEATER
To change the side repeater, pushtowards the front or rear to unclip itand contact a CITROËN dealer or p
a qualifi ed workshop.

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SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that towbar installation and removal bedone by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
If you are towing another vehicle, the latter must be free-wheeling (gearbox in neutral).
Dimensions(in metres):
A:0.971
TOWBAR
(Boat, caravan, etc.)
It is recommended that towbar installation and removal be done
by a CITROËN dealer or a quali-fi ed workshop.
If you are climbing a steep gradient
and the engine gets excessively
hot, certain functions become una-
vailable (e.g. sequential control of
the automatic gearbox, the air con-
ditioning).
If you are towing, it is necessary to
deactivate the parking assistance
by pressing the control on the dash-
board. See "Parking assistance".
It is recommended that
you remove
the towing ball, so that it does not
interfere with the functioning of the
proximity sensors, when you are
not using a trailer.
MAINTENANCE
If cleaning the vehicle with a highpressure system:Your Piloted Defl ector has to be closed.
It is not advisable to clean the
underside of the vehicle, for fear of damaging the electricparking brake.As water may penetrate into
the vehicle interior via the door
apertures, do not target these areas.
Do not direct at the headlamps,
lamps and their edges for too
long or you may damage their coating and seals.
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INDEX
12 V battery ............124 → 126 - XIV
A
ABS system..................................74
Access.................................82 → 84
Access to the boot .................84 - 99
Adjusting the front seats........58 - 59
Adjustment of rear seats....97 → 100
Adjustment of the rear view mirrors.................................63 - 64
Advice on driving ............................X
Air conditioning............ 42 - 85 → 92
Air distribution........................89 - 92
Air fi lter.......................................r121
Air fl ow ...................................89 - 92
Air recirculation ñEntry of air from outside.............90
Airbags ........................101 - V → VII
Anti-intrusion alarm................26 - 27
Anti-pinch.............................56 - 118
Anti-theft bolts....................141 - 143
Anti-theft protection......................82
Ashtray........................................11 4
Audio system/NaviDrive ................43, 7.01 - 7.57
Automatic gearbox...............65 → 68
Automatic lighting of headlamps...51
B
Badge reader...............................r11 6
Battery replacement ...................124
Bonnet........................................120
Boot ..............................84 - 99 - 117
Brake fl uid...................................121
B
Brakes.......................................... 74
Braking system ............................XIII
Brightness sensor.........................r37
C
Capacities ................................... 132
Card-holder..................................11 6
Catalytic converter......................rXVII
CD changer.................................r117
Central locking.......................23 - 25
Central unlocking..........................23
Changing a wheel............141 → 143
Changing the remotecontrol battery............................24
Changing bulbs................134 → 138
Changing the vehicle battery......124
Checks........................................ 121
Child restraints.................103 → 105
Child safety ..........................56 - 83 -

103 → 105 - VIII → IX
Child seats.....103 → 105 - VIII → IX
Cigar-lighter.................................r113
Cold weather shield....................140
Colour screen C..................39 → 42
Controls at the steering wheel........8
Coolant temperature.....................46
Cruise control ........................69 - 70
Cup-holders .................................111
D
Dashboard.................................8 - 9
Date ................................39 - 41 - 43
D
Daytime-running lamps.................52
Deactivation of passenger’s airbag.......................................101
Deadlocking...........................23 - 25
Diesel particulate fi lter system ......81
Diesel preheating..........................29
Dimensions........................146 - 147
Dipped beams ..............................51
Direction indicators .......................50
Driverís fl oor mat.........................113
Driverís oddments tray ................ 111
Driverís seat beltfastening sensor...r61
Driving.................................18 → 20
Driving position............................... II
Driving positions....................37 - 60
Dust/pollen fi lter............................r86
E
Eco-driving............................... 21-22
Economy mode.............................28
Ejecting the key............................24
Electric exterior rear viewmirrors.................................63 - 64
Electric parking brake ............75 - 76
Electric steering column adjustment..................................57
Electric windows control...............56
Electrical accessories ................XVIII
Electronic immobiliser...................25
Electronic stability programme(ESP)..........................................73
Engine coolant ............ 46 - 121 - 123