brake Citroen DS4 2011 1.G Owner's Guide
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193Driving
With the ignition on or the engine running, to
release the parking brake, press
on the brake
pedal
or the accelerator, pull then release
control A
.
Manual release
Before leaving the vehicle, ensure
that parking brake warning lamp in
the instrument panel is on fixed, not
flashing.
Manual application
With the vehicle stationary, to apply the parking
brake whether the engine is running or off, pull
control lever A
.
The application of the parking brake is
confirmed by:
- illumination of the braking warning
lamp and of the P
warning lamp in
the control lever A
,
- display of the message
"Handbrake on".
When the driver’s door is opened with the
engine running, a message is displayed
accompanied by an audible signal if the parking
brake has not been applied, except in the case
of an automatic gearbox with the gear lever in
position P
. The full application of the parking brake is
confirmed by:
- the braking warning lamp and
the P
warning lamp in the control
lever A
going off,
- display of the message
"Handbrake off".
If you pull control lever A
without pressing
the brake pedal, the parking brake will
not be released and a warning lamp will
come on in the instrument panel.
Maximum application
If necessary, you can make a maximum
application
of the parking brake. This is
obtained by means of a long pull
on the control
lever A
, until you see the message "Handbrake
on maximum" and a beep is heard.
Maximum application is essential:
- in the case of a vehicle towing a caravan
or a trailer, if the automatic functions are
activated but you are applying the parking
brake manually,
- when the gradient you are parked on may
vary (e.g. on a ferry, on a lorry, during
towing),
In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle
or parking on a gradient, make a
maximum application of the parking
brake then turn the front wheels
towards the pavement and engage a
gear when you park.
After a maximum application, the
release time will be longer.
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With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake
is automatically applied when the engine is
switched off.
Automatic application,
engine off
In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle
or parking on a gradient, turn the front
wheels towards the pavement and
engage a gear when you park.
Before leaving the vehicle, ensure
that parking brake warning lamp in
the instrument panel is on fixed (not
flashing).
Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle with the ignition on, as they
could release the parking brake.
- illumination of the braking warning
lamp and of the P
warning lamp in
the control lever A
,
- display of the message
"Handbrake on". The application of the parking brake is
confirmed by:
Automatic release
The electric parking brake releases
automatically and progressively
when you
press the accelerator:
)
Manual gearbox:
press down fully on the
clutch pedal, engage first gear or reverse,
press on the accelerator pedal and move
off.
)
6-speed electronic gearbox system
:
select position A
, M
or R
then press on the
accelerator pedal.
)
Automatic gearbox
: select position D
, M
or R
then press the accelerator pedal.
When stationary, with the engine
running, do not press the accelerator
pedal unnecessarily, as you may
release the parking brake.
Full release of the parking brake is confirmed
by:
- the braking warning lamp and
the P
warning lamp in the control
lever A
going off,
- display of the message
"Handbrake off ".
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195Driving
With the engine running and the vehicle
stationary, in order to immobilise the vehicle
it is essential to manually
apply the parking
brake by pulling
control lever A
.
Immobilising the vehicle,
engine running
The emergency braking must only be
used in exceptional circumstances.
Before leaving the vehicle, ensure
that parking brake warning lamp in
the instrument panel is on fixed, not
flashing.
The application of the parking brake is
confirmed by:
- illumination of the braking
warning lamp and the P
warning
lamp in the control lever A
,
- display of the message
"Handbrake on".
When the driver’s door is opened, a message is
displayed accompanied by an audible signal, if
the parking brake has not been applied, except
in the case of an automatic gearbox with the
gear lever in position P
.
Particular situations
In cer tain situations (e.g. star ting the engine),
the parking brake can automatically alter its
force. This is normal operation.
To advance your vehicle a few centimetres
without star ting the engine, but with the ignition
on, press on the brake pedal and release the
parking brake by pulling
then releasing
the
control lever A
. The full release of the parking
brake is confirmed by the warning lamps
in the control lever A
and in the instrument
panel going off and display of the message
"Handbrake off".
If the parking brake develops a fault while
applied
or if the battery runs flat, an
emergency release is always possible.
Emergency braking
In the event of failure of the electronic
stability control system, signalled
by the illumination of this warning
lamp, braking stability is then not
guaranteed.
In this event, stability must be assured by the
driver by repeating alternate "pull-release"
actions on the control lever A
. In the event of a failure of the main ser vice
brake or in an exceptional situation (e.g. driver
taken ill, under instruction, etc) a continuous
pull on the control lever A
will stop the vehicle.
The electronic stability control provides stability
during emergency braking.
If the emergency braking malfunctions,
the message "Parking brake faulty" will be
displayed.
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In the event of the electric parking brake
malfunctioning or the battery running flat, an
emergency manual device can release the
parking brake.
)
Immobilise the vehicle (or keep it
stationary, if the brake pedal is pressed),
with the engine running, by engaging
first gear (manual gearbox), position P
(automatic gearbox) or position M
or R
(6 -speed electronic gearbox system).
Emergency release
)
Switch off the engine but leave the ignition
on. If it is not possible to immobilise the
vehicle, do not operate the control and
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay.
)
Fetch the two vehicle blocks B
and the
release device C
, located under the boot
carpet.
)
Immobilise the vehicle by placing the blocks
in front or behind the two front wheels,
opposite to the direction of the slope.
)
Remove the storage box under the boot
carpet for access to the emergency release
device.
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197Driving
)
Pierce the protective cover D
on the tube E
with the release device.
)
Place the release device in the tube.
)
Turn the release device clockwise .
For
safety reasons
, it is essential
to continue
turning the device until it reaches its stop.
The parking brake is released.
)
Remove the release device and store it
with the blocks in the toolbox under the
boot carpet.
For safety reasons, after this operation
it is essential to contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop without
delay to replace the protective cover.
Following an emergency unlocking,
immobilisation of the vehicle is no
longer assured once the manual
emergency release has been deployed
and the manual control does not allow
the re-application of your parking
brake.
Take no action, either on the control
lever A
, or stopping star ting the engine
while the release device is engaged.
Take care not to allow moisture or dust
in the proximity of the protective cover.
- The operation of the parking brake
reinitialises when the ignition is switched
off then on again. If the reinitialisation
of the parking brake proves impossible,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
- The subsequent time required for
application may be longer than during
normal operation.
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Operating faults
If the electric parking brake malfunction warning lamp comes on together with one or more of the warning lamps presented in these tables, place the
vehicle in a safe condition (on level ground, gear engaged) and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.
Situations
Consequences
Display of the message " Parking brake fault
" and of the
following warning lamps:
- The automatic functions are deactivated.
- Hill star t assist is not available.
- The electric parking brake can only be used manually.
Display of the message " Parking brake fault
" and of the
following warning lamps:
- Manual release of the electric parking brake is only available by pressing the
accelerator pedal and releasing the control.
- Hill star t assist is not available.
- The automatic functions and the manual application are still available.
Display of the message " Parking brake fault
" and of the
following warning lamps:
- The automatic functions are deactivated.
- Hill star t assist is not available.
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199Driving
Situations
Consequences
To apply the electric parking brake:
)
immobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition.
)
pull the control for at least 5 seconds or until application is complete.
)
switch on the ignition and check the switching on of the electric parking brake
warning lamps.
The application is slower than during normal operation.
To release the electric parking brake:
)
switch on the ignition.
)
pull the control and hold it for approximately 3 seconds then release it.
If the braking warning lamp is flashing or if the warning lamps do not come on with
the ignition on, these procedures will not work. Place the vehicle on level ground
and have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. and possibly
flashing
Display of the message " Parking brake fault
" and of the
following warning lamps:
- Only the automatic application on switching off the engine and automatic
release on acceleration functions are available.
- The manual application/release of the electric parking brake and the
emergency braking are not available.
and possibly
flashing
Battery fault
- If the battery warning lamp comes on you must stop immediately as soon as
the traffic allows. Stop and immobilise your vehicle (if necessary, place the
two chocks under the wheels).
- Apply the electric parking brake before switching off the engine.
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Manual parking brake
Applying
)
Pull the parking brake lever fully up to
immobilise your vehicle.
Releasing
)
Pull the parking brake lever up gently,
press the release button then lower the
lever fully. When parking on a slope, direct your
wheels against the kerb, apply the
parking brake, engage a gear and
switch off the ignition.
When the vehicle is being driven, if this
warning lamp and the STOP
warning
lamp come on, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message in the multifunction
screen, this indicates that the parking brake is still
on or has not been properly released.
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203Driving
Six-speed electronic gearbox system which
offers a choice between the comfor t of fully
automatic operation or the pleasure of manual
gear changing.
There are two driving modes:
- automatic
mode for automatic control of
the gears by the gearbox,
- manual
mode for sequential gear changing
by the driver.
In automatic mode, it remains possible to
change gear manually by using the steering
mounted control paddles, when overtaking, for
example.
6-speed electronic gearbox system
R.
Reverse
)
With your foot on the brake, lift the lever
and push forwards.
N.
Neutral.
)
With your foot on the brake, select this
position to start.
A.
Automatic mode.
)
Move the lever backwards to select this
mode.
M.
Manual mode with sequential gear
changing.
)
Move the lever backwards then to the left
to select this mode, then use the steering
mounted control paddles to change gear.
Gear lever
+.
Change up paddle to the right of the steering
wheel.
)
Press the back of the "+"
steering mounted
paddle to change up a gear.
-.
Change down paddle to the left of the
steering wheel.
)
Press the back of the "-"
steering mounted
paddle to change down a gear.
Steering mounted control
paddles
The steering mounted paddles cannot
be used to select neutral or to engage
or disengage reverse gear.
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Gear lever positions
N.
Neutral
R.
Reverse
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
Gears in manual mode.
AUTO.
This comes on when the automatic
mode is selected. It switches off on
changing to manual mode.
Displays in the instrument panel
)
Place your foot on the brake
when this warning lamp flashes
(e.g.: when starting the engine).
Moving off
N
flashes in the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible signal and
a message in the multifunction screen,
if the gear lever is not in position N
on
starting.
Foot on brake
flashes on the
instrument panel, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message in the
multifunction screen, if the brake pedal
is not pressed on star ting.
)
Select position N
.
)
Press the brake pedal down fully.
)
Star t the engine.
Engagement of reverse gear is
accompanied by an audible signal.
N
appears in the instrument panel
screen.
)
Select first gear (position M
or A
) or
reverse (position R
).
)
Release the parking brake unless it is
programmed to automatic mode.
)
Take your foot off the brake pedal, then
accelerate.
AUTO
and 1
or R
appear in the
instrument panel screen.