wheel Citroen DS4 RHD 2015.5 1.G Owner's Guide
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Starting / Switching off the engine with Keyless Entry and 
Starting
Starting the engine
F Place the gear selector lever P or n  with 
an automatic gearbox, or neutral with a 
manual gearbox.
F
 
W
 ith the electronic key inside the vehicle, 
press the brake pedal for vehicles with an 
automatic gearbox, or fully declutch for 
vehicles with a manual gearbox. F
 
B
 riefly press the "
S TA R T/
STOP " button while maintaining 
pressure on the pedal until the 
engine starts. If the electronic key is not detected 
in the zone, a message is displayed. 
Move the electronic key into the zone 
so that the engine can be started.
If one of the starting conditions is not 
met, a reminder message appears in 
the instrument panel screen. In some 
circumstances, it is necessary to 
turn the steering wheel slightly while 
pressing the " START/STOP " button 
to assist unlocking of the steering; 
a message warns you when this is 
needed.
The presence of the "Keyless Entry 
and Starting" electronic key in the 
recognition zone is essential.
As a safety measure, do not leave this 
zone with the vehicle running.
diesel vehicles
In temperatures below zero 
the engine will not start until 
the preheater warning lamp 
has gone off.
If this warning lamp comes on after 
pressing " START/STOP ", you should 
hold the brake or clutch pedal down 
until the warning lamp goes off and do 
not press the " START/STOP" button 
again.
The steering column unlocks and the engine 
starts more or less instantly.
See the advice below for Diesel versions.
It is not necessary to place the electronic key in 
the reader.
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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: -
 i
llumination of the braking warning 
lamp and of the P  warning lamp in 
the control lever A ,
-
 
d
 isplay of the message "Parking 
brake 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 selector 
in position P . The full application of the parking brake is 
confirmed by:
-
 
t
 he braking warning lamp and 
the P warning lamp in the control 
lever A going off,
-
 
d
 isplay of the message "Parking 
brake 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 "Parking 
brake on maximum" and a beep is heard.
Maximum application is essential:
-
 
i
 n 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,
-
 
w
 hen 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.
-
 i
llumination of the braking warning 
lamp and of the P  warning lamp in 
the control lever A ,
-
 
d
isplay of the message "Parking 
brake 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:
F
 
M
 anual gearbox:  press down fully on the 
clutch pedal, engage first gear or reverse, 
press on the accelerator pedal and 
move
  off.
F
 
A
 utomatic 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:
-
 
t
 he braking warning lamp and 
the P warning lamp in the control 
lever A going off,
-
 
d
 isplay of the message "Parking 
brake off ". 
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SituationsConsequences
To apply the electric parking brake:
F
 
i
 mmobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition.
F
 
p
 ull the control for at least 5 seconds or until application is complete.
F
 
s
 witch 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:
F
 
s
 witch on the ignition.
F
 
p
 ull 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: -
 
O
 nly the automatic application on switching off the engine and automatic 
release on acceleration functions are available.
-
 
T
 he manual application/release of the electric parking brake and the 
emergency braking are not available.
and possibly
flashing
Battery fault -
 
I
 f 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).
-
 
A
 pply the electric parking brake before switching off the engine.
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Manual parking brake
Applying
F Pull the parking brake lever fully up to immobilise your vehicle.
Releasing
F 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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Tyre under-inflation detection
System which automatically checks the 
pressures of the tyres while driving.
The system continuously monitors the 
pressures of the four tyres, as soon as the 
vehicle is moving.
A pressure sensor is located in the valve of 
each tyre (except the spare wheel).
The system triggers an alert if a drop in 
pressure is detected in one or more tyres.Driving with under-inflated tyres 
increases fuel consumption.The tyre pressures for your vehicle 
can be found on the tyre pressure 
label (see the "Identification markings" 
section).
The tyre pressures must be checked 
when the tyres cold (vehicle stopped 
for 1 hour or after driving for less then 
6 miles (10 km) at moderate speed). 
Other wise, add 0.3 bar to the values 
indicated on the label.
This system does not avoid the need 
to check the tyre pressures regularly 
(including the spare wheel) and before 
a long journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres 
adversely affects road holding, 
extends braking distances and causes 
premature tyre wear, particularly under 
arduous conditions (vehicle loaded, 
high speed, long journey).
The tyre under-inflation detection system is an 
aid to driving which does not replace the need 
for vigilance on the part of the driver. 
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Under-inflation alert
The loss of pressure detected does 
not always lead to visible deformation 
of the tyre. Do not rely on just a visual 
check.This alert is also displayed when one or 
more wheels is not fitted with a sensor 
(for example, a space-saver or steel 
spare wheel).
The alert is maintained until the tyre or 
tyres concerned is reinflated, repaired 
or replaced.
The spare wheel (space-saver type or 
a steel rim) does not have a sensor.
The alert is given by the fixed illumination 
of this warning lamp, accompanied by 
an audible signal, and depending on 
equipment, the display of a message.
In the event of a problem on one of the tyres, 
the symbol or the message appears, according 
to equipment, to identify it.
F
 
R
 educe speed, avoid sudden steering 
movements or harsh brake applications.
F
 
S
 top as soon as it is safe to do so.
Operating fault
The flashing and then fixed 
illumination of the under-inflation 
warning lamp accompanied by the 
illumination of the service warning 
lamp indicates a fault with the system.
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop
  to have the system checked or, 
following the repair of a puncture, to have the 
original wheel, equipped with a sensor, refitted.
F
 I
f you have a compressor (the one in the 
temporary puncture repair kit for example), 
check the four tyre pressures when cold.
 I
f it is not possible to check the tyre 
pressures at the time, drive carefully at 
reduced speed.
 
or
F
 
I
n the event of a puncture, use the 
temporary puncture repair kit or the spare 
wheel (according to equipment).
Any tyre repair or replacement on a wheel 
fitted with this system must be carried out by a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If after changing a tyre, a wheel is not detected 
by your vehicle (fitting snow tyres for example), 
you must have the system reinitialised by a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. In this case, monitoring of the tyre pressures is 
not assured.
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System which prevents the vehicle from exceeding the speed programmed by the driver.
Speed limiter
The speed limiter is a driving aid that 
cannot, in any circumstances, replace the 
need to observe speed limits or the need 
for vigilance on the part of the driver.1.
 S
peed limiter mode selection wheel.
2.
 P
 rogrammed value decrease button.
3.
 P
 rogrammed value increase button.
4.
 S
 peed limiter on / pause button.
5.
 D
 isplay memorised speed settings button.
Steering mounted controls
6. Speed limiter on / pause indication.
7. S
peed limiter mode selection indication.
8.
 P
rogrammed speed value.
9.
 S
election of a memorised speed setting.
displays in the instrument panel
The speed limiter is switched on  manually.
The minimum programmed speed is 
20
  mph (30 km/h).
The programmed speed remains in the 
system memory when the ignition is 
switched off.
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Switching on
F Turn the wheel 1 to the "LIMIT" position 
to select the speed limiter; the function is 
paused.
F
 
I
 f the speed setting is suitable (last speed 
setting programmed in the system) press 
button 4 to switch the speed limiter on.
F
 
P
 ressing button 4 temporarily interrupts the 
function (pause).
Adjusting the limit speed 
setting
You do not have to switch the speed limiter on 
in order to set the speed. To modify the limit speed setting from the 
current speed of the vehicle:
F
 
i
 n steps of +/- 1 mph (km/h), make 
successive short presses on button 2 or 3 ,
F
 
c
 ontinuously, in steps of +/- 5 mph (km/h), 
press and hold button 2 or 3 .
To modify the limit speed setting using 
memorised speeds and from your Audio 
system:
F
 
w
 ith the system first activated (see 
"Memorising speeds"),
F
 
m
 ake a long press on button 2 or 3 , the 
system displays the memorised speed 
closest to the actual speed of the vehicle; 
this setting becomes the new limit speed,
F
 
t
 o choose another memorised speed, make 
another long press on button 2 or 3.
To modify the limit speed setting using 
memorised speeds and from the touch screen 
tablet:
F
 
p
 ress button 5 to display the six memorised 
speed settings,
F
 
p
 ress the button for the desired speed 
setting.
This setting becomes the new limit speed. 
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On a steep descent or in the event of 
sharp acceleration, the speed limiter will 
not be able to prevent the vehicle from 
exceeding the programmed speed.The use of mats not approved by 
CITROËN may inter fere with the 
operation of the speed limiter.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the 
pedals:
-
 
e
 nsure that the mat is positioned 
c o r r e c t l y,
-
 
d
 o not fit one mat on top of another.
Temporarily exceeding the 
programmed speed
F If you want to temporarily exceed the programmed limit speed, press firmly  on 
the accelerator pedal, going beyond the 
point of resistance .
The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily 
and the displayed programmed speed flashes. When the limit speed is exceeded but is not 
due to action by the driver, there is an audible 
signal to complete the alert.
Once the speed of the vehicle returns to 
the programmed setting, the speed limiter 
functions again: the display of the programmed 
speed setting becomes steady again.
Switching off
F Turn wheel 1 to the "0"
 position: the 
display of information on the speed limiter 
disappears.
Operating fault
Flashing dashes indicate a fault with the speed 
limiter.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
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