wheel Citroen DS3 2010 1.G Owner's Manual
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77Comfort
These have one position for use (up) and a stowed position (down). They can also be removed. To remove a head restraint: release the backrest using control 1 , tilt the backrest 2 slightly for wards,
pull the head restraint upwards to the stop, then, press the lug A .
R e a r h e a d r e s t r a i n t s
Never drive with the head restraints removed; they must be in place and correctly adjusted.
Steering wheel adjustment
W h e n s t a t i o n a r y , pull the control lever to W h e n s t a t i o n a r y W h e n s t a t i o n a r yrelease the steering wheel. Adjust the height and reach to suit your driving position. Push the control lever to lock the steering wheel.
As a safety precaution, these operations should only be carried out while the vehicle is stationary.
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77Comfort
These have one position for use (up) and a stowed position (down). They can also be removed. To remove a head restraint: release the backrest using control 1 , tilt the backrest 2 slightly for wards,
pull the head restraint upwards to the stop, then, press the lug A .
R e a r h e a d r e s t r a i n t s
Never drive with the head restraints removed; they must be in place and correctly adjusted.
Steering wheel adjustment
W h e n s t a t i o n a r y , pull the control lever to W h e n s t a t i o n a r y W h e n s t a t i o n a r yrelease the steering wheel. Adjust the height and reach to suit your driving position. Push the control lever to lock the steering wheel.
As a safety precaution, these operations should only be carried out while the vehicle is stationary.
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1. Rear parcel shelf (see the following page for details) 2. Retaining strap3. Location for Hi- Fi amplifier4. Stowing rings5. Storage box (version equipped with a temporar y puncture repair kit) (see the following page for details) or Tool box (version equipped with a spare wheel) (refer to section "Practical Information - § Changing a wheel")
B o o t fi t t i n g s
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SOS
135Safety
Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on the deceleration, the hazard warning lamps come on automatically. They switch off automatically the first time you accelerate. You can also switch them off by pressing the button.
Horn
Audible warning to aler t other road users to an imminent danger. Press one of the spokes of the steering wheel.
Use the horn moderately and only in the following cases: - immediate danger, - over taking a cyclist or pedestrian - when approaching an area where there is no visibility.
Emergency or
assistance call
This system allows you to make an emergency or assistance call to the emergency ser vices or to the dedicated CITROËN ser vice. For more information on the use of this function, refer to the "Audio and telematics" section.
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SOS
135Safety
Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on the deceleration, the hazard warning lamps come on automatically. They switch off automatically the first time you accelerate. You can also switch them off by pressing the button.
Horn
Audible warning to aler t other road users to an imminent danger. Press one of the spokes of the steering wheel.
Use the horn moderately and only in the following cases: - immediate danger, - over taking a cyclist or pedestrian - when approaching an area where there is no visibility.
Emergency or
assistance call
This system allows you to make an emergency or assistance call to the emergency ser vices or to the dedicated CITROËN ser vice. For more information on the use of this function, refer to the "Audio and telematics" section.
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Braking assistance systems
Group of supplementary systems which help you to obtain optimum braking in complete safety in emergency 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 par ticular on poor or slippery sur faces.
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.
When braking in an emergency, press very firmly without releasing the pressure.
Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on, together with the STOP and ABSwarning lamps, accompanied by an audible signal and a message on the multifunction 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.
When replacing wheels (tyres and rims), ensure that they conform to the manufacturer's recommendations.
If this warning lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible signal and a message on the multifunction screen, it indicates a malfunction of the anti-lock braking system which could result in loss of control of the vehicle when braking.
In either case, contact a CITROËN dealer.
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137Safety
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 increase in braking efficiency.
When braking in an emergency, press firmly without releasing the pressure.
Trajectory control systems
Anti-skid regulation (ASR)
and electronic stability
programme (ESP)
The anti-skid regulation (also known as Traction Control) optimises traction to prevent skidding of the wheels, by acting on the brakes of the driving wheels and on the engine. The electronic stability programme acts on the brake of one or more wheels and on the engine to keep the vehicle on the trajectory required by the driver, within the limits of the laws of physics.
Activation
These systems are activated automatically each time the vehicle is star ted. They come into operation in the event of a grip or trajectory problem.
This is indicated by flashing of this warning lamp on the instrument panel.
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137Safety
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 increase in braking efficiency.
When braking in an emergency, press firmly without releasing the pressure.
Trajectory control systems
Anti-skid regulation (ASR)
and electronic stability
programme (ESP)
The anti-skid regulation (also known as Traction Control) optimises traction to prevent skidding of the wheels, by acting on the brakes of the driving wheels and on the engine. The electronic stability programme acts on the brake of one or more wheels and on the engine to keep the vehicle on the trajectory required by the driver, within the limits of the laws of physics.
Activation
These systems are activated automatically each time the vehicle is star ted. They come into operation in the event of a grip or trajectory problem.
This is indicated by flashing of this warning lamp on the instrument panel.
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Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (star ting a vehicle which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft ground...), it may be advisable to deactivate the ASR and ESP systems, so that the wheels can
move freely and regain grip. Press the "ESP OFF" button, located on the left below the steering wheel.
If this warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel and the indicator lamp on the button comes on, this indicates that the ASR and ESP systems are deactivated.
Reactivation
These systems are reactivated automatically each time the ignition is switched back on or from 30 mph (50 km/h) (except 1.6 litreTHP 150 petrol engine).
Press the "ESP OFF" button again to reactivate them manually.
Operating fault
The ESP/ASR systems offer exceptional safety in normal driving, but this should not encourage the driver to take extra risks or drive at high speed. The correct functioning of these systems depends on obser vation of the manufacturer's recommendations regarding the wheels (tyres and rims), the braking components, the electronic components and the CITROËN assembly and operation procedures. After an impact, have these systems checked by a CITROËN dealer.
If this warning lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible signal and a message on the multifunction screen, this
indicates a malfunction of these systems. Have the systems checked by a CITROËN dealer.
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143Safety
Front airbags
System which protects the driver and front passenger in the event of a serious front impact in order to limit the risk of injury to the head and chest. The driver's airbag is incorporated in the centre of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is incorporated in the dashboard above the glove box.
Activation
The airbags are triggered simultaneously, unless the passenger's front airbag is deactivated, in the event of a serious front impact applied to all or par t of the front impact zone A , in the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed from the front to the rear of the vehicle. The front airbag inflates between the head-thorax of the front occupant of the vehicle and the dashboard to cushion their for ward
movement.