ESP CITROEN DS4 2023 Owner's Manual
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Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
In order for these systems to be fully
effective, follow the operation and
maintenance guidelines below:
F
T
o ensure that the air is distributed
evenly, keep the external air intake
grilles at the base of the windscreen,
the nozzles, the vents, the air outlets
and the air extractor in the boot free
from obstructions.
F
D
o not cover the sunshine sensor,
located on the dashboard; this is used
for regulation of the automatic air
conditioning system.
F
O
perate the air conditioning system for
at least 5 to 10 minutes once or twice
a month to keep it in per fect working
o r d e r.
F
E
nsure that the passenger
compartment filter is in good condition
and replace the filter elements
periodically. We recommend the use of
a combined passenger compartment
filter. Thanks to its special active
additive, it helps both to purify the air
breathed by the occupants and to keep
the passenger compartment clean
(reduction of allergic symptoms, bad
odours and greasy deposits). F
T o ensure correct operation of the
air conditioning system, you are also
advised to have it checked regularly as
recommended in the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide.
F
I
f the system does not produce cold air,
switch it off and contact the dealer network
or a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep
gradient in high temperatures, switching off
the air conditioning increases the available
engine power and so improves the towing
ability.
To avoid the windows misting up and
deterioration in the quality of the air:
do not drive for too long with the ventilation
switched off.
Do not keep air recirculation set for an
extended period. If after an extended stop in sunshine, the
interior temperature is very high, first air
the passenger compartment for a few
moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge of
water under the vehicle which is per fectly
normal.
Stop & Star t
The heating and air conditioning systems
only work when the engine is running.
To maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment, you can
temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system.
For more information on Stop & Star t ,
refer to the corresponding section.
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Courtesy lamps
1.Front courtesy lamp
2. Front map reading lamps
3. Rear courtesy lamp
4. Rear map reading lamps
Front and rear courtesy lamps
In this position, the courtesy
lamp comes on gradually:
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w
hen the vehicle is unlocked,
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w
hen the key is removed from the ignition,
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w
hen opening a door,
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w
hen the remote control locking button is
activated, in order to locate your vehicle.
It switches off gradually:
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w
hen the vehicle is locked,
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w
hen the ignition is switched on,
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3
0 seconds after the last door is closed. Permanently off.
Permanent lighting.
In "permanent lighting" mode, the lighting time varies
according to the circumstances:
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w
hen the ignition is off, approximately ten minutes,
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i
n energy saving mode, approximately thirty
seconds,
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w
ith the engine running, unlimited.
When the courtesy lamp is in the
"permanent lighting" position, the rear
courtesy lamp also comes on, except if it
is in the "permanently off " position.
To switch off the rear courtesy lamp, put it
in the "permanently off " position.
Front and rear map reading
lamps
F With the ignition on, operate the corresponding switch.
Take care not to put anything in contact
with the courtesy lamps.
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Hooks
These can be used to secure shopping bags.
12 V accessory socket
F To connect a 12 V accessory (max. power: 120 W), remove the cap and connect an
appropriate adaptor.
F
T
urn the key to the ignition on position.
Portable torch
Operation
This torch operates with NiMH type
rechargeable batteries.
It has a battery life of approximately 45 minutes
and charges while you are driving.
Observe the polarities when fitting the
rechargeable batteries.
Never replace the rechargeable batteries
with normal disposable batteries.
This is a removable lamp, fitted in the boot
wall, which can be used to light the boot or as
a torch.
For more information on the Boot lamp
, refer
to the corresponding section.
Use
F Extract the torch from its location pulling it upwards.
F
P
ress the switch, located on the back, to
switch the torch on or off.
F
U
nfold the support, located on the back,
to hold up the torch, for example, when
changing a wheel.
Storage
F Put the torch back in place in its location starting with the lower part.
If you have forgotten to switch off the torch,
this switches it off automatically.
If the torch is not engaged correctly, it may
not charge and may not come on when the
boot is opened.
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Sidelamps.
Dipped or main beam headlamps.
Headlamp dipping
Pull the stalk towards you to switch between
dipped and main beam headlamps or to
activate automatic headlamp dipping.
In the lighting off and sidelamps modes, the
driver can switch on the main beam headlamps
temporarily ("headlamp flash"), for as long as
the stalk is kept pulled.
Displays
Illumination of the corresponding indicator
lamp in the instrument panel confirms that the
lighting selected is on.
Foglamps
Front and rear foglampsTurn the ring:
F
o
nce for wards to switch on the front
foglamps,
F
f
or wards a second time to switch on the rear
foglamps,
F
o
nce backwards to switch off the rear
foglamps,
F
b
ackwards a second time to switch off the
front foglamps.
If the lighting is switched off automatically
(version with AUTO lighting) or the dipped
beams are switched off manually, the foglamps
and sidelamps remain on.
F
T
urn the ring backwards to switch off the
foglamps; the sidelamps will then switch off.
In good or rainy weather, by both day
and night, the front foglamps and the
rear foglamps are prohibited. In these
situations, the power of their beams may
dazzle other drivers. They should only be
used in fog or falling snow.
In these weather conditions, it is your
responsibility to switch on the foglamps
and dipped headlamps manually as the
sunshine sensor may detect sufficient
light.
Switch off the front and rear foglamps
when they are no longer necessary. Switching off of the lighting when the
ignition is switched off
On switching off the ignition, all of the
lamps turn off immediately, except for
dipped beam if automatic guide-me-home
lighting is activated.
Switching on the lighting after the
ignition is switched off
To reactivate the lighting control, rotate
ring A to the 0 position – lamps off, then to
the desired position.
On opening the driver's door a temporary
audible signal warns the driver that the
lighting is on.
It will go off automatically after a period of
time that depends on the state of charge
in battery (entering energy-saving mode).
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F Left: lower the lighting control stalk passing the point of resistance.
F
R
ight: raise the lighting control stalk passing
the point of resistance.
If you forget to cancel the direction
indicators for more than twenty seconds,
the volume of the audible signal will
increase if the speed is above 37 mph
(60
km/h).
Three flashes
F Press briefly upwards or downwards, without going beyond the point of
resistance; the direction indicators will flash
3 times. On versions fitted with LED direction indicators,
the line of LEDs is illuminated sequentially.
The brightness of the daytime runnning lamps
is reduced during sequential operation of the
direction indicators.
Daytime running lamps
Daytime lighting which comes on automatically
when the engine is started making the vehicle
more visible to other users.
This function is provided by dedicated lamps.
Parking lamps
Direction indicators (flashing)
Side markers for the vehicle by illumination of
the sidelamps on the traffic side only.
F Depending on version, within one minute of
switching off the ignition, operate the lighting
control stalk up or down depending on the
traffic side (for example: when parking on
the left; lighting control stalk upwards; the
right-hand sidelamps come on).
This is confirmed by an audible signal and
illumination of the corresponding direction
indicator warning lamp in the instrument panel.
To switch off the parking lamps, return the
lighting control stalk to the central position.
Manual guide-me-home
lighting
The temporary illumination of the dipped beam
headlamps after the vehicle's ignition has been
switched off makes the driver's exit easier
when the light is poor.
Switching on
F With the ignition off, "flash" the headlamps using the lighting control stalk.
F
A
nother "headlamp flash" switches the
function off.
Switching off
Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off
automatically at the end of a given period of time.
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Without cornering lighting
Switching on
This system starts:
- w hen the corresponding direction indicator
is switched on,
or
-
f
rom a certain angle of rotation of the
steering wheel.
Switching off
The system does not operate:
- b elow a certain angle of rotation of the
steering wheel,
-
a
bove 25 mph (40 km/h),
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w
hen reverse gear is engaged.
Programming
The function is activated or
deactivated via the vehicle
configuration menu.
This function is activated by default.
Wiper control stalk
System for selection and control of the various
front and rear wiping modes for the elimination
of rain and cleaning the screens.
The vehicle's front and rear wipers are
designed to improve the driver's visibility
according to the climatic conditions.
The wipers are controlled by means of the
wiping speed control lever for the front and the
ring for the rear.
Programming
Various automatic wiper control modes are also
available according to the following options:
-
a
utomatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers,
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r
ear wiping on engaging reverse gear.
With cornering lighting
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Malfunction
If a fault occurs with the automatic rain sensitive
wipers, the wipers will operate in intermittent mode.
Contact the dealer network or a qualified workshop.
Do not cover the rain sensor, linked with
the sunshine sensor and located in the top
centre of the windscreen, behind the rear
view mirror.
When using an automatic car wash, switch
off the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until the
windscreen is completely clear of ice before
activating the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
Windscreen and headlamp
wash
Front screenwashHeadlamp wash
To reduce the fluid consumption of the
headlamp wash, it operates only with
every seventh use of the screenwash or
every 25 miles (40 km) during a given
j o u r n ey.
Low screenwash/headlamp wash
fluid
level
Checking and topping up this fluid should be
done with the engine off.
The fluid level should be checked
regularly, particularly during winter.
For more information on Checking levels and,
in particular, the screenwash/headlamp wash,
refer to the corresponding section.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This position permits release of the windscreen
wiper blades.
It is used for cleaning or replacement of the
wiper blades. It can also be useful, in winter, to
release the wiper blades from the windscreen.
F
P
ull the windscreen wash control towards
you. The windscreen wash and then the
wipers come on for a preset time.
They operate by themselves when the dipped
and main beam headlamps are off or when the
vehicle is stationary. Associated with the screenwash, the headlamp
wash operates when the vehicle is moving and
the dipped or main beam headlamps are on
.
On vehicles fitted with headlamp washers, the
low level of this fluid is indicated by a gauge
located in the reser voir filler neck under the
bonnet. F
I
n the minute following ignition switch-off,
any operation of the wiper control stalk will
position the wiper blades vertically.
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General safety
recommendations
Labels are attached in different places on
your vehicle. They include safety warnings
as well as identification information for
your vehicle. Do not remove them: they
are an integral part of your vehicle.We draw your attention to the following
points:
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T
he fitting of electrical equipment
or accessories not approved by DS
AUTOMOBILES may cause excessive
current consumption and faults and
failures with the electrical system
of your vehicle. Contact the dealer
network for information on the range of
recommended accessories.
-
A
s a safety measure, access to
the diagnostic socket, used for the
vehicle's electronic systems, is
reser ved strictly for the dealer network
or qualified workshops, equipped
with the special tools required (risk
of malfunctions of the vehicle's
electronic systems that could cause
breakdowns or serious accidents).
The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible if this advice is not
followed.
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A
ny modification or adaptation
not intended or authorised by DS
AUTOMOBILES or carried out without
meeting the technical requirements
defined by the manufacturer will result
in the suspension of the legal and
contractual warranties. Installation of accessory radio
communication transmitters
Before installing a radio communication
transmitter with an external antenna,
you must contact a member of the
dealer network for the specification
of transmitters which can be fitted
(frequency, maximum power,
antenna position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/EC).
Depending on country regulations, some
safety equipment may be compulsory:
high visibility safety vests, warning
triangles, breathalysers, spare bulbs,
spare fuses, fire extinguisher, first aid kit,
mud flaps at the rear of the vehicle, etc.
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Seat belt not fastened/unfastened
warning lamps display
1.Driver's seat belt not fastened/
unfastened warning lamp.
2. Front passenger's seat belt not fastened/
unfastened warning lamp.
If the seat belt is not fastened or is
unfastened, the corresponding warning lamp
1 or 2 illuminates in red on the seat belt and
passenger's front airbag warning lamps display,
accompanied by an audible signal and a
message in the screen.
Rear seat belts
The rear seats are each fitted with a three-point
seat belt and, for the outer seats, a force limiter.
Fastening
F Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.
F
C
heck that the seat belt is fastened
correctly by pulling the strap.
Unfastening
F Press the red button on the buckle.
F G uide the seat belt as it reels in.
F
O
n the outer seat belts, raise the bar to the
top of the backrest to prevent the tongue
from knocking against the side trim.
Seat belt unfastened warning lamp
in the instrument panel
This warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel when one or more rear
passengers unfasten their seat belt.
Above approximately 12 mph (20 km/h),
this warning lamp flashes for two minutes
accompanied by an audible signal of increasing
volume. Once these two minutes have elapsed,
this warning lamp remains on until the one or
more rear passengers fasten their seat belt.
Seat belt unfastened warning lamps
display
3. Rear right seat belt warning lamp.
4. Rear centre seat belt warning lamp.
5. Rear left seat belt warning lamp.
When the ignition is switched on, with the engine
running or when the vehicle is moving at less
than about 12 mph (20 km/h), the corresponding
warning lamps 3 , 4 and 5 come on in red for
approximately 30 seconds, if the seat belt is not
fastened.
When the vehicle is moving at more than about
12 mph (20 km/h), the corresponding warning
lamps 3 , 4 or 5 come on in red, accompanied by
an audible signal and a message in the screen, if
a rear passenger has unfastened their seat belt.
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Instructions
The driver must ensure that the passengers
use the seat belts correctly and that they are
all fastened before driving.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle,
always fasten your seat belt, even for short
journeys.
Do not interchange the seat belt buckles as
they will not completely fulfil their role.
The seat belts are equipped with an inertia
reel which allows the strap length to adjust
automatically to your shape. The seat belt is
stowed 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.
The inertia reels have an automatic blocking
device at the time of a collision, during
sudden braking or if the vehicle turns over.
You can release the device by pulling the
strap firmly and then releasing it so that it
reels in slightly.In order to be effective, a seat belt must:
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b e tightened as close to the body as
possible,
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b
e pulled in front of you with a smooth
movement, checking that it does not twist,
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b
e used to restrain only one person,
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n
ot show any signs of cuts or fraying,
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n
ot be converted or modified to avoid
affecting its performance.
In accordance with current safety regulations,
for all repairs on your vehicle's seat belts, go
to a qualified workshop with the skills and
equipment needed, which the dealer network
is able to provide.
Have your seat belts checked regularly in
the dealer network or a qualified workshop,
particularly if the straps show signs of
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy water or
a textile cleaning product, sold in the dealer
network.
After folding or moving a seat or a rear bench
seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned
and reeled in correctly. Recommendations for children
Use a suitable child seat if the passenger 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.
For more information on Child seats
, refer to
the corresponding section.
In the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and seriousness
of the impact , the pyrotechnic device may
be deployed before and independent of the
airbags. Deployment 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 belt
system checked, and if necessary replaced,
in the dealer network or by a qualified
workshop.
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