steering Citroen DS4 2011 1.G User Guide

Central colour screen and instrument panel controls
associated with the satellite navigation system
This group of controls allows:


- when stationary
, configuration of the
vehicle, central screen and instrument
panel parameters (driving and comfor t
systems, language, units, sounds...),

- when stationar y and while driving
,
scrolling the active functions available
(trip computer, navigation-guidance...).

Controls

There is a button and a thumb wheel to control
the central colour screen in the instrument
panel:


1.
button on the end of the wiper stalk:
run through the various active functions
available.

2.
thumb wheel on the left of the steering
column,


- rotation (other than menu): scroll through
the list of active functions available,

- press: main menu, confirm the selection,

- rotation (in a menu): move up or down in
the menu.




Main menu



)
Press thumb wheel 2
for access to the
main menu and select one of the following
functions:


- "Vehicle parameters",

- "Display adjustment",

- "Choice of sounds".

)
Turn the thumb wheel 2
to move around in
the central colour screen.

)
Press the thumb wheel 2
again to confirm
the selection.
The main menu and its associated
functions can only be accessed when
stationary.
A message appears in the central
colour screen, above a cer tain speed
threshold, indicating that the main
menu cannot be displayed.

Central colour screen associated with the satellite
navigation system

Information displays



- Display of instantaneous information with:


●
the range,

●
the current fuel consumption,

●
Stop & Star t time counter.



- Display of trip "1"
with:


●
the distance travelled,

●
the average fuel consumption,

●
the average speed,
for the first trip.



- Display of trip "2"
with:


●
the distance travelled,

●
the average fuel consumption,

●
the average speed,
for the second trip.



●
information on the current audio source,

●
black screen,

●
navigation-guidance messages.


)
Press the button, located at the end of the
wiper stalk


or

)
turn the thumb wheel, located on the left of
the steering wheel
,
to display the following information in turn:


●
reminder of the speed,

●
instantaneous information,

●
trip "1"
,

●
trip "2"
,

73Multifunction screens

Trip zero reset



)
When the required trip is displayed, press
the thumb wheel located on the left of the
steering wheel
or the button on the end of
the wiper stalk
for more than two seconds.
Trips "1"
and "2"
are independent but their use
is identical.
For example, trip "1"
can be used for daily
figures and trip "2"
for monthly figures.

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 forwards,

)
pull the head restraint upwards to the stop,

)
then, press the lug A
.


Rear head restraints

Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be in place and
correctly adjusted.









Steering wheel
adjustment



)
When stationary
, pull the control lever to
release the adjustment mechanism.

)
Adjust the height and reach to suit your
driving position.

)
Push the control lever to lock the
adjustment mechanism.
As a safety precaution, these
operations should only be carried out
while the vehicle is stationary.

Cornering lighting


With dipped or main beams, this function
makes use of the beam from a front foglamp to
illuminate the inside of a bend, when the vehicle
speed is below 25 mph (approximately 40 km/h)
(urban driving, winding road, intersections,
parking manouevres...).

Switching on



with cornering lighting


without cornering lighting




Switching off

The system does not operate:


- below a cer tain angle of rotation of the
steering wheel,

- above 25 mph (40 km/h),

- when reverse gear is engaged,

The system is activated by default.



Programming

The system is activated or
deactivated in the vehicle
configuration menu. This function starts:


- when the corresponding direction indicator
is switched on,
or

- from a cer tain angle of rotation of the
steering wheel.

Cigarette lighter/12 V
accessory socket


)
To use the cigarette lighter, press it in
and wait a few seconds until it pops out
automatically.

)
To connect a 12 V accessory (max power:
120 W), remove the cigarette lighter and
connect a suitable adaptor.





















USB port/auxiliary
socket

Connected to the USB por t, the
por table device charges automatically
while in use.
The "AU X "
connection box, located in the
centre console, comprises an auxiliary JACK
socket and/or a USB port.
It permits the connection of a por table device,
such as a digital audio player of the iPod
® or
USB memory stick type.
It reads cer tain audio file formats allowing them
to be heard via the vehicle's speakers.
You can manage these files using the steering
mounted controls or the audio system control
panel and display them on the multifunction
screen.
For more information on the use of this
equipment, refer to the "Audio and Telematics"
section.

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Safety












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 system to aler t other road
users to an imminent danger.


)
Press the central part of the mutlifunction
steering wheel.
Use the horn moderately and only in
the following circumstances:


- immediate danger,





- approaching a location lacking
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.

Ty r e u n d e r - i nfl ation detection

System which automatically and continuously
checks the pressure of the tyres while driving.
Sensors fitted in each valve trigger a warning
in the event of problem (speed above 12 mph
(20 km/h)).

Puncture

The tyre under-inflation detection
system is an aid to driving which does
not replace the need for the driver to be
vigilant or to drive responsibly.


Under-infl ated tyre

This warning lamp is displayed on the
instrument panel and/or a message
appears in the screen, accompanied
by an audible signal, to identify the
wheel concerned. The STOP
warning lamp comes on
and/or this warning lamp is displayed on
the instrument panel, accompanied by
an audible signal and a message in the
screen identifying the wheel concerned.


)
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so, avoiding
any sudden movement of the steering
wheel and the brakes.

)
Repair or change the damaged wheel
(punctured or very deflated tyre), and have
the tyre pressure checked as soon as
possible.


)
Check the tyre pressures as soon as
possible.
This check must be carried out when the tyres
are cold.

Deactivation

In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground...), if you are unable to make progress,
it may be advisable to temporarily deactivate
these systems, so that the wheels can spin
freely and allow the vehicle to move.


)
Press the "ESP OFF"
button,
located near the steering wheel.


Reactivation

These systems are reactivated automatically
each time the ignition is switched back on or
from 30 mph (50 km/h).


)
Press the "ESP OFF"
button again to
reactivate them manually.



Operating fault

The trajectory control systems offer
increased 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 is assured provided that
manufacturer's recommendations are
observed on:


- wheels (tyres and rims),

- braking components,

- electronic components,

- assembly and repair procedures.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the screen, this
indicates a fault with these systems.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop. It is recommended that the systems be
reactivated as soon as possible.
If this warning lamp comes on in the instrument
panel and the indicator lamp in the button
comes on, this indicates that these systems are
deactivated.

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
thorax.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the
steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is
fitted in the dashboard above the glove box.
Deployment

The airbags are deployed simultaneously,
unless the passenger's front airbag is
deactivated, in the event of a serious front
impact 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 thorax
and head of the front occupant of the vehicle
and the steering wheel, driver's side, and the
dashboard, passenger's side to cushion their
for ward movement.