warning Citroen DS4 RHD 2013.5 1.G Manual PDF

Front parking sensors
Operating fault

In the event of a malfunction of
the system, when reverse gear
is engaged this warning lamp
is displayed in the instrument panel and/or a
message appears in the screen, accompanied
by an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. In addition to the rear parking sensors, the
front parking sensors are triggered when an
obstacle is detected in front and the speed of
the vehicle is still below 6 mph (10 km/h).
The front parking sensors are interrupted if
the vehicle stops for more than three seconds
in for ward gear, if no further obstacles are
detected or when the speed of the vehicle
exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).


The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed
or a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle
fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier
recommended by CITROËN).

In bad weather or in winter, ensure
that the sensors are not covered with
mud, ice or snow. When reverse gear is
engaged, an audible signal (long beep)
indicates that the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger
the audible signals of the parking
sensor system.


Deactivation/Activation of the
front and rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated by pressing this button.
The indicator lamp in the button comes on.
Pressing this button again reactivates the function.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off.

The sound emitted by the speaker
(front or rear) indicates whether the
obstacle is in front or behind.

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Additive level (Diesel with
particle emissions filter)

Topping up

The reser voir must be topped up without delay
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.









Used products

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop (France) or to an
authorised waste disposal site.


Open the bonnet and secure it with the
stay.


Open the screenwash reser voir filler cap.


Take and pinch the level gauge to block its
breather.


Remove the gauge completely from
the reser voir to read the level in the
transparent section.


Top up if necessary.


Refit the filler cap to the reservoir and
close the bonnet.


Specifi cation of the fl uid

To ensure optimum cleaning and to avoid
freezing, the fluid should never be topped up or
replaced by plain water.
In wintry conditions, the use of a fluid
with an ethyl alcohol or methanol base is
recommended.
According to your version of instrument panel,
the additive reser voir low level is indicated by:


-
fixed illumination of the par ticle
emissions filter warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal and
a message that the particle emissions
filter additive level is too low,

or

- fixed illumination of the ser vice
warning lamp, accompanied by
an audible signal and a message
that the particle emissions filter
additive level is too low.

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Particle emission filter (Diesel)

On a new vehicle, the first operations of
regeneration of the particle emissions
filter may be accompanied by the smell
of "burning", which is per fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at
the exhaust on acceleration. This does
not affect the behaviour of the vehicle
or the environment.







Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for the details of the
level checking inter val for this component.
According to your version of instrument panel, the start of
saturation of the par ticle emissions filter is indicated by:






Electronic gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for details of the
checking inter val for this component.
-
temporary illumination of the ser vice
warning lamp, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message that
there is a risk of blockage of the
particle emissions filter.




- fixed illumination of the par ticle
emissions filter warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message that there is a risk of
blockage of the particle emissions filter,
or
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a speed of at
least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp
goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, refer to the
"Additive level" section.






Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the maintenance and
warranty guide for details of the level
checking inter val for this component.


Switch on the compressor by moving
the switch B
to position "I"
until the tyre
pressure reaches 2.0 bars.
The sealant is injected into the tyre under
pressure; do not disconnect the pipe from
the valve during this operation (risk of
splashing).




Remove the kit and screw the cap back on
the white pipe.
Take care to avoid staining your vehicle
with traces of fluid. Keep the kit to hand.


Drive immediately for approximately three
miles (five kilometres), at reduced speed
(between 15 and 35 mph (20 and
60 km/h)), to plug the puncture.


Stop to check the repair and the tyre
pressure using the kit.

Do not start the compressor before
connecting the white pipe to the tyre
valve: the sealant product would be
expelled through the pipe.



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

If the vehicle is fitted with tyre under-
inflation detection, the under-inflation
warning lamp will remain on after the
wheel has been repaired until the
system is reinitialised by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.


If after around 5 to 7 minutes the
pressure is not attained, this indicates
that the tyre is not repairable; contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.

Removing a wheel


Parking the vehicle

Immobilise the vehicle where it does
not block traffic: the ground must be
level, stable and non-slippery ground.
Apply the parking brake unless it has
been programmed to automatic mode,
switch off the ignition and engage first
gear * to lock the wheels.
Check that the braking warning lamps
in the instrument panel are on (not
flashing).
The occupants must get out of the
vehicle and wait where they are safe.
If necessary, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.


List of operations




Remove the chromed bolt cover from each
of the bolts using the tool 3
(according to
equipment).


Fit the security socket 4
on the
wheelbrace 1
to slacken the security bolt.


Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.

*
position R
for an electronic gearbox; P
for an
automatic gearbox.

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Changing dipped beam headlamp
bulbs (only on models with
halogen headlamps)



Remove the protective cover by pulling on
the tab.


Disconnect the bulb connector.


Spread the springs to release the bulb.


Extract the bulb and change it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.














Changing direction indicator
bulbs
When refitting, close the protective
cover carefully to preser ve the sealing
of the headlamp.
Amber coloured bulbs, such as the
direction indicators, must be replaced
with bulbs of identical specifications
and colour. Rapid flashing of the direction indicator
warning lamp (right or left) indicates the
failure of a bulb on that side.
Model with Xenon headlamps




Remove the protective cover by pulling on
its tongue.


Disconnect the electrical connector.


Separate the springs to release the bulb.


Pull the bulb out and replace it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

Model with halogen headlamps




Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn and
extract it.


Pull out the bulb and change it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.

Charging the battery using
a battery charger



Disconnect the battery from the vehicle.


Follow the instructions for use provided by
the manufacturer of the charger.


Connect the battery starting with the
negative terminal (-).


Check that the terminals and connectors
are clean. If they are covered with sulphate
(whitish or greenish deposit), remove them
and clean them.

With Stop & Start, the battery does not
have to be disconnected for charging.


Reinitialisation after
reconnection

After any reconnection of the battery, switch on
the ignition and wait at least one minute before
starting, to allow time for the initialisation of the
electronic systems.
By referring to the corresponding sections, you
should set or initialise the following systems
yourself:


- one-touch electric windows,

- time and date,

- audio and navigation system settings.
Check that no alert message or
warning lamp comes on after switching
on the ignition.
However, if minor problems persist
after carrying out these operations,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.



Position the open clamp E
of the cable on
the positive post (+) of the battery.


Press down on the clamp to position it
correctly on the battery post.


Lock the clamp by lowering the lever D
.


Reconnecting the (+)
terminal
Disconnecting the (+)
terminal



Raise the lever D
fully to release the clamp E
.


Do not force the lever as locking will not
be possible if the clamp is not positioned
correctly; start the procedure again.


On the front bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at the bottom.


Screw the towing eye in fully.


Install the towing bar.


On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at the bottom.


Screw the towing eye in fully.


Install the towing bar.


Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.


Move off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.



Towing your vehicle
Towing another vehicle



Place the gear lever in neutral
(position N
on an electronic or
automatic gearbox).
Failure to obser ve this instruction
could result in damage to
certain components (braking,
transmission...) and the absence
of braking assistance the next time
the engine is started.


Unlock the steering by turning the key
in the ignition one notch and release the
parking brake.


Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.


Move off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.

Driving advice


Distribution of loads




Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine per formance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for every 1 000 metres of
altitude.


Side wind




Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.



Cooling

Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.



To lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.



If the warning lamp and the STOP

warning lamp come on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.

The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a genuine
CITROËN towbar is used.



Braking

Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a long
mountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.


Ty r e s




Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the
recommended pressures.



Lighting




Check the electrical lighting and signalling
on the trailer.

Refer to the "Technical data" section for
details of the weights and towed loads
which apply to your vehicle.

285Practical information





Accessories
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and parts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.



"Comfort":

door deflectors, side window blinds, rear
screen blind, isotherm module, coat hanger
fixed to head restraint, mobile reading lamp,
mirror for caravan, scented ar freshener and
cartridges, parking sensors...


"Transpor t systems":

child seats and booster cushions, boot carpet,
boot liner, boot net, boot spacers, transverse
roof bars, bicycle carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes,
DS roof boxes, towbars, wiring harnesses...

"Styling":

gear lever knobs, aluminium foot rest, alloy
wheels, chrome mirror shells...


"Security and safety":

anti-intrusion alarm, anti-tilt unit, stolen
vehicle tracking system, child seats and
booster cushions, breathalyser, first aid kit, fire
extinguisher, dog guard, pet seat belt, warning
triangle, high visibility vest, wheel security
bolts, snow chains, non-slip covers... If a towbar and wiring harness are fitted
outside the CITROËN dealer network,
the installation must be done following
the manufacturer's recommendations.

* To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:


- ensure that mats are correctly positioned
and secured,

- never fit one mat on top of another.



"Protection":

mats * , seat covers compatible with lateral
airbags, mud flaps, door protective mouldings,
bumper protection strips, vehicle cover,
protective covers for pets...



Conversion kits

You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to convert a
trade vehicle to a private car and vice-versa.