battery CITROEN DS7 CROSSBACK 2017 Owner's Guide

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The indicator lamp goes out to confirm the release
of the parking brake, accompanied by the display
of the message "Parking brake released".
The indicator lamp flashes in response to a
manual request to apply or release the brake.
In the event of a battery failure, the
electric parking brake will not operate.
As a safety measure, if the parking brake is not
applied, immobilise the vehicle by placing the
supplied chock against one of the wheels.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop.


Before leaving the vehicle, check that the
parking brake is applied: the parking
brake indicator lamps on the instrument panel
and the control must be on fixed.
If the parking brake is not applied, there is an
audible signal and a message is displayed on
opening the driver's door.
Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle, as they could release the parking
brake.
When the vehicle is parked: on a steep
slope, heavily loaded or during towing
Turn the wheels toward the pavement and
select mode P on the automatic gearbox.
When towing, the vehicle is approved for
parking on slopes of up to 12%.
Manual operation
Manual release
With the ignition on or engine running:
►  Press the brake pedal.
►  While maintaining pressure on the brake
pedal, briefly push the control.
If the brake pedal is not depressed, the
parking brake is not released and a
message is displayed.
Manual application
With the vehicle stationary:
►  Briefly pull the control.
The control indicator lamp flashes to confirm the
application request.
Automatic operation
Automatic release
First ensure that the engine is running and that
the driver's door is closed.
The electric parking brake gradually releases
automatically as the vehicle moves off.
►  Depress the brake pedal.
►  Select mode D, M or R.
►  Release the brake pedal and depress the
accelerator pedal.
If the brake does not release
automatically, check that the front doors
are fully closed.
When stationary with the engine running,
do not depress the accelerator pedal
unnecessarily. Risk of parking brake release.
Automatic application
With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake
is applied automatically when the engine is
switched off.
It is not applied automatically if the
engine stalls or enters STOP mode with
Stop & Start.
In automatic mode, the parking brake can
be manually applied or released at any
time using the control.
Special cases
Immobilising the vehicle with the engine
running
To immobilise the vehicle with the engine running,
briefly pull the control.

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to change modes, an alert message is displayed
on the instrument panel.
Only appropriate mode change instructions are
validated.
With the engine running and the brakes
released, if R, D or M is selected, the
vehicle moves off, even without pressing the
accelerator pedal.
Never press the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time. Risk of
damaging the gearbox!
If the battery is flat, you must place the chocks
supplied with the vehicle tools against one of
the wheels to immobilise the vehicle.
Unlocking the gearbox
– From mode P: ►  Fully depress the brake pedal.
►  Press the Unlock button.
►  While continuing to press the brake pedal
and the Unlock button, select another mode.
–

F
rom neutral N, at a speed below 3 mph
(5 km/h): ►  Fully depress the brake pedal.
►  While continuing to depress the brake pedal,
select another mode.
Engaging reverse gear
►  Slow down until you come to a stop.
►  Depress the brake pedal, then press the
Unlock button.
►  While continuing to press, select mode R.
Permanent manual mode
Entering the mode:
► With mode D initially selected.
►  Press button M; the green indicator lamp in
the button comes on.
Exiting the mode:
►  Push forwards once to return to D.
or
►  Press button M; the indicator lamp in the
button goes off.
Switching off the ignition
To switch off the ignition, the vehicle must be
stationary.
Free-wheeling
For more information on Free-wheeling, refer to
the corresponding section.
If you open the driver's door while mode N
is engaged, an audible signal will sound. It
will stop when you close the driver's door
again.
Special aspects of automatic mode
The gearbox selects the gear that provides
optimal performance based on ambient
temperature, road profile, vehicle loading and
driving style.
For maximum acceleration, press the accelerator
fully down (kick-down). The gearbox changes down automatically or holds the selected gear
until the maximum engine speed is reached.
Steering mounted controls allow the driver to
temporarily select a gear, if the vehicle speed and
engine speed conditions permit.
Special aspects of manual mode
The gearbox only changes from one gear to
another if the vehicle speed and engine speed
conditions permit.
Starting the vehicle
From mode P:
► 
Fully depress the brake pedal.
►  Start the engine.
►  Maintaining pressure on the brake pedal,
press the Unlock button.
►  Push once or twice rearwards to select
the automatic mode D, or forwards to engage
reverse R.
From neutral N:
►  Fully depress the brake pedal.
►  Start the engine.
►  Maintaining pressure on the brake pedal,
push rearwards to select the automatic mode D,
or forwards, while pressing the Unlock button to
engage reverse R.
Then, from D or R:
►  Release the brake pedal.
►  Accelerate gradually to automatically release
the electric parking brake.
The vehicle moves off immediately.

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Push selector

A. Button P
To put the gearbox into Park mode.
B. Unlock button To unlock the gearbox and come out of P or to
change to R, with the foot on the brake pedal.
Press and hold this button before pushing the
selector.
C. Gearbox selector indicator lamps (R, N, D/B)
To exit Park mode, wait for the READY
indicator lamp to come on.
Displays in the instrument
panel
When the ignition is switched on, the status of
the gearbox is displayed in the instrument panel:
P: park.
R: reverse.
N: neutral.
D1 to D8: automatic forward gear.
B1 to B8: automatic forward gear with
regenerative braking function activated.
In all-electric driving, the gear engaged is not
indicated.
The state of the gearbox remains displayed in
the instrument panel for a few seconds after
switching off the ignition.
Regenerative braking (Brake
function)
The regenerative braking function emulates
engine braking, slowing the vehicle with no need
to depress the brake pedal. When the driver
releases the accelerator pedal, the vehicle slows
down more quickly.
The energy recovered when the accelerator
pedal is released is used to partially recharge the
traction battery.
This partial recharging has no effect on
the charge level indicator.
The resulting deceleration of the vehicle
does not cause the brake lamps to come
on.
►  From mode D/B , move the push selector
backwards to activate/deactivate the function.
D on the instrument panel is replaced with B.
The state of the function is not saved when the
ignition is switched off.
In some situations (e.g. battery full,
extreme temperatures), the amount of
regenerative braking may be temporarily
limited, resulting in less deceleration.
The driver must remain alert to traffic
conditions and must always be ready to use
the brake pedal.
Regenerative braking using the brake
pedal
Energy recovery can also be produced by
depressing the brake pedal in order to partially
recharge the traction battery, without
affecting the charge level indicator.
DS ACTIVE SCAN
SUSPENSION
This system adapts the vehicle suspension
according to the road condition and profile, the
vehicle load, the driving style and the selected
driving mode.

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With Rechargeable hybrid
engines
Whenever the ignition is switched on, Electric
driving mode is selected by default.
Electric
Allows driving using 100% electrical energy.
The maximum speed is approximately 84 mph
(135 km/h).
When starting the vehicle, if the conditions do
not allow the activation or retention of Electric
mode, the message "Electric mode currently
unavailable" is displayed on the instrument panel.
The vehicle automatically changes to Hybrid
mode.
If an LED comes on under the interior rear view
mirror, visible from outside the vehicle, this
confirms that you are driving in Electric mode
(depending on country of sale).
The LED can be deactivated by inserting
the tip of a paper clip or other similar
object into the hole located underneath the
interior rear view mirror.
Conditions of activation
–

Adequa
te battery charge level. Charging
the vehicle after each drive is therefore
recommended. Electric mode is available as long
as there is power left in the battery.
–

O

utside temperature between approximately
-5°C and 45°C.
Manually exiting the mode
►  Fully depress the accelerator pedal, or
►  Select another mode.
In case of non-use of the vehicle for a long
period (several months), a restart of the
petrol engine may occur even if the battery is
charged.
Depending on equipment, Electric mode is
combined with Normal mode of the DS
ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSION function.
For more information on DS ACTIVE SCAN
SUSPENSION, refer to the corresponding
section.
In the event of multiple starts of the
internal combustion engine without a
sufficient rise in
temperature,  Electric mode may be temporarily
unavailable (natural phenomenon of dilution of
fuel in oil). The message "Electric mode
unavailable: automatic operation in progress"
then appears on the instrument panel.
To regain normal electrical operation, drive
approximately 50 miles (80 km) in "motorway"
conditions or approximately 125 miles (200
km) in urban conditions.
This phenomenon does not cause any
mechanical or electrical damage. It can occur
several times in the life of the vehicle.
Hybrid
To optimise the vehicle's fuel consumption
by managing the alternating or simultaneous
operation of the two types of engine, depending
on driving conditions and driving style.
In Hybrid mode, it is possible to drive in 100%
electric mode if the battery charge level is
sufficient and acceleration requirements are
moderate.
Depending on equipment, Hybrid mode is
combined with Normal mode of the DS
ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSION function.
For more information on DS ACTIVE SCAN
SUSPENSION, refer to the corresponding
section.
Sport
To obtain more dynamic driving in order to benefit
from the maximum performance of the vehicle.
Electric power is used to supplement the petrol
engine as long as there is energy left in the
battery.
Depending on equipment, Sport mode is
combined with Sport mode of the DS
ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSION function.
For more information on DS ACTIVE SCAN
SUSPENSION, refer to the corresponding
section.

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E-TENSE 4X4 360
The electrical energy is used to
supplement the petrol engine or recharge the
traction battery, depending on the type of
driving.
This mode is optimised with specific settings
which make the most of the dynamic
performance of this vehicle (power steering,
accelerator pedal sensitivity, ESC).
Comfort
(Depending on equipment)
Combines Hybrid mode and Comfort mode of the
DS ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSION function.
To favour flexible shock absorption improving
driving comfort on poor surfaces.
For more information on DS ACTIVE SCAN
SUSPENSION, refer to the corresponding
section.
4WD (4-wheel drive)
(Depending on version)
Improves the vehicle's grip at low and moderate
speeds by driving all 4 wheels continuously.
4WD mode (4-wheel drive) is especially suited
to driving on snow-covered roads and difficult
terrain (e.g. mud, sand) as well as ford crossings,
at moderate speed.
Depending on the driving conditions and the
battery charge level, 4WD mode may be 100%
electric.
If the system does not detect a situation of wheel
slipping or poor grip after 300 metres of driving, it
switches to Hybrid mode.
This mode will be even more effective if
the vehicle is fitted with suitable tyres,
such as winter tyres.
The grip can be improved up to 84 mph (135 km/h)
using the electric motors; above this speed, the
vehicle is driven by the front wheels only.
Hill start assist
This system keeps the vehicle briefly stationary
(for approximately 2 seconds) when making a hill
start, while you transfer your foot from the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal.
The system is only active when:
–

The v
ehicle is completely stationary, with your
foot on the brake pedal.
–

Cert
ain slope conditions are met.
–

The driv
er’s door is closed.
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held temporarily by hill start assist.
If someone needs to get out of the vehicle with
the engine running, apply the parking brake
manually. Then check that the parking brake
indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp in the
electric parking brake control are on fixed.
The hill start assist function cannot be
deactivated. However, using the parking
brake to immobilise the vehicle interrupts its
operation.
Operation

Facing uphill, with the vehicle stationary, the
vehicle is held for a short time when the driver
releases the brake pedal:
–

If mode
D or M is selected on an automatic
gearbox.


Facing downhill, with the vehicle stationary and
reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held for a
short time when the driver releases the brake
pedal.
Malfunction
If the event of a malfunction, these
warning lamps light up on the

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instrument panel, accompanied by the display of
a message.
Have it checked by a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Gear shift indicator
(Depending on engine)
This system is designed to reduce fuel
consumption by recommending the most suitable
gear.
Operation
Depending on the driving situation and the
vehicle's equipment, the system may recommend
skipping one or more gears.
Gear engagement recommendations are not to be
considered mandatory. Indeed, the configuration
of the road, the traffic density and safety remain
determining factors when choosing the best
gear. Therefore, the driver remains responsible
for deciding whether or not to follow the system’s
advice.
The system cannot be deactivated.
The system is only active in mode M of the
automatic gearbox.
The information appears on the instrument
panel, in the form of an arrow and the
recommended gear.
The system adapts the gear change
instructions according to the driving
conditions (e.g. slope, load) and driving style
(e.g. power demand, acceleration, braking).
The system never suggests:
–

engaging first gear
.
–

engaging re
verse gear.
Stop & Start
The Stop & Start function puts the engine
temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during
phases when the vehicle is stationary (e.g. red
lights, traffic jams). The engine automatically
restarts - START mode - as soon as the driver
indicates the intention of moving off again.
Primarily designed for urban use, the function
is intended to reduce fuel consumption and
exhaust emissions as well as the noise level when
stationary.
The function does not affect the functionalities of
the vehicle, in particular the braking.
Deactivation/Reactivation
By default, the function is activated when the
ignition is switched on.
It is configured in the ADAS touch screen
application.
or
Direct access to the Shortcuts for driving aids.
The display of a message on the instrument panel
confirms the change of state.
If the function is deactivated while the engine is
in STOP mode, it will restart immediately.
Associated indicator lamps
Function activated: engine on standby
(STOP mode)
Function deactivated or malfunction
Opening the bonnet
Before doing anything under the bonnet,
deactivate the Stop & Start system to avoid
any risk of injury caused by the engine
restarting automatically.
Driving on flooded roads
Before entering into a flooded area, it is
strongly recommended that you deactivate the
Stop & Start system.
For more information on Driving
recommendations, particularly on flooded
roads, refer to the corresponding section.
Operation
Main conditions for operation
– The driver’s door must be closed.
– The driv er's seat belt must be fastened.
–

The le
vel of charge in the battery must be
sufficient.
–

The t
emperature of the engine must be within
its nominal operating range.

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– The outside temperature must be between 0°C
and 35°C.
Putting the engine into standby (STOP
mode)
The engine automatically enters standby mode
as soon as the driver indicates their intention to
stop:
–

With an automatic gearbo
x, at speeds below
12 mph (20 km/h) on BlueHDi versions, or below
2 mph (3 km/h) on PureTech 130, 180 and 225
versions, when you depress the brake pedal or
place the gear selector in mode N.
Time counter
A time counter adds up the time spent in standby
during the journey. It is reset to zero every time
the ignition is switched on.
Special cases:
The engine will not go into standby if the
conditions for operation are not met and in the
following cases:
–

St
eep slope (ascending or descending).
–

Needed t
o maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment.
–

Demisting activ
e.
In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes
for a few seconds, then goes off.
After the engine has restarted, STOP
mode is not available until the vehicle has
reached a speed of 5 mph (8 km/h).
During parking manoeuvres, STOP mode is
not available for a few seconds after
coming out of reverse gear or turning the
steering wheel.
Restarting the engine (START mode)
The engine automatically restarts as soon as the
driver indicates the intention of moving off again:
–

With the select
or in mode D or M: with the
brake pedal released.
–

With the select
or in mode N and the brake
pedal released: with the selector at D or M.
–

With the select
or in mode P and the brake pedal
depressed: with the selector at R, N, D or M.
–

With re
verse gear engaged.
Special cases
The engine will restart automatically if the
conditions for operation are met again and in the
following cases:
–
V
ehicle speed exceeds 2.5 mph (4 km/h) with
PureTech 130, 180 and 225 versions, or 16 mph
(25 km/h) with BlueHDi versions.
In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes
for a few seconds, then goes off.
Malfunctions
In the event of a fault with the system, this
warning lamp flashes for a few moments
on the instrument panel, then remains on,
accompanied by the display of a message.
Have it checked by a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
The vehicle stalls in STOP mode
All of the instrument panel warning lamps come
on if there is a fault.
►  Switch off the ignition then start the engine
again with the "START/STOP" button.
12 V battery
The Stop & Start system requires a
12 V battery of specific technology and
specification.
All work must be carried out only by a dealer or
a qualified workshop.
Tyre under-inflation
detection
This system alerts the driver if one or more tyres
suffer a drop in pressure.
The alert is raised when the vehicle is moving, not
when stationary.
It compares the information given by the wheel
speed sensors with reference values, which must
be reinitialised every time the tyre pressures are
adjusted or a wheel changed.
It takes into account the last values stored
during the reinitialisation request. It is therefore
essential that the tyre pressure is correct during
the operation. This operation is the driver’s
responsibility.

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Before travelling abroad, it is advisable to
check with a dealer if the vehicle is suitable
for the distribution equipment of the countries
visited.
Rechargeable hybrid
system
Electrical system
The electrical circuit of the rechargeable hybrid
system is identified by orange cables and its
components are marked with this symbol:


The rechargeable hybrid powertrain uses
a voltage of between 240 V and 400 V.
This system may be hot both when the ignition
is on and after switching it off.
Comply with the warning messages shown on
the labels, particularly inside the charging flap.
High voltage system voltage is dangerous
and can cause burns or other injuries or
even fatal electric shock.
Since damage to high voltage components is
not visible, the Manufacturer recommends
that you:
–

Ne
ver touch the components, damaged
or not, and never let your jewelry or other
metallic objects come into contact with these
components.
–

Ne
ver work on the orange high voltage
cables or on any other high voltage component
marked with the Electric risk label. Any
intervention on the high voltage system
must be carried out by qualified persons in
workshops qualified and approved to carry out
this type of work.
–

Ne
ver damage, modify or remove the orange
high voltage cables or disconnect them from
the high voltage network.
–

Ne
ver open, modify or remove the cover of
the traction battery.
–

Ne
ver work with cutting and forming tools
or heat sources near high voltage components
and cables.
In case of low level of fluid in the cooling
tank, the refilling shall only be performed in a
qualified and trained workshop to verify that
the leakage is not in the traction battery.
Any intervention on the high voltage system
must be carried out by qualified persons in
workshops qualified and approved to carry out
this type of work.Damage to the vehicle or the traction battery
could result in the leakage of toxic gases
or fluids either immediately or later. The
Manufacturer recommends that you:
–

Alw
ays inform the fire and emergency
services in the event of an incident, warning
that the vehicle is equipped with a traction
battery.
–

Ne
ver touch the liquids leaking from the
traction battery.
–

Do no
t inhale the gases emitted by the
traction battery which are toxic.
–

Mo
ve away from the vehicle in the event of
incident or accident, the gases emitted being
flammable and could cause a fire.


This label is intended solely for use by
firefighters and maintenance services in
the event of any work on the vehicle.
No other person must touch the device shown
on this label.
In the event of an accident or impact to
the vehicle’s underbody
In these situations, the electrical circuit or the
traction battery can be seriously damaged.

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Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch
off the ignition.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop.
When washing
Before washing the vehicle, always check
that the charging flap is closed correctly.
Never wash the vehicle while the battery is on
charge.
High-pressure washing
To avoid damaging the electrical
components, it is expressly prohibited to
use high-pressure washing in the engine
compartment or under the body.
Do not use a pressure greater than 80 bar
when washing the bodywork.
Never allow water or dust to enter the
connector or charging nozzle - risk of
electrocution or fire!
Never connect / disconnect the charging
nozzle or cable with wet hands - risk of
electrocution!
Traction battery
The Li-ion (Lithium-ion) traction battery stores the
electrical energy needed to propel the vehicle.
It is located under the rear seats.
The traction battery's range varies depending
on the type of driving, the route, the use of
thermal comfort equipment and the ageing of its
components.
The traction battery ageing depends on
several factors, such as climatic
conditions and the distance travelled.
To preserve the mileage of your vehicle
and the durability of your traction battery,
the Manufacturer recommends that you:
–

Do no
t fully charge the battery of your
electric vehicle daily (charge the traction
battery below 80% as often as possible).
–

Do no
t completely discharge the battery.
–

Do no
t store the vehicle for a long period
of non-use (more than 12 hours) when the
traction battery has a low or high charge level.
Prefer a charge level between 20 and 40%.
–

Limit the use o
f fast charging.
–

Do no
t expose the vehicle to temperatures
below -30°C and above +60°C for more than
24 hours.
–

A

void charging the vehicle at negative
temperatures (except if the vehicle ran more
than 20 minutes) or above +30°C.
–

Do no
t use the vehicle's traction battery as a
generator of energy.
–

Do no
t use a generator to recharge your
vehicle's traction battery.
In the event of damage to the traction
battery
It is strictly prohibited to work on the vehicle
yourself.
Do not touch liquids coming from the battery,
and in the event of skin contact with these
products, wash abundantly with water and
contact a doctor as soon as possible.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop to
have the system checked.
Disposal of the traction battery
The traction battery is designed for the life
of the vehicle if the recommendations of the
Manufacturer are followed.
If it becomes necessary to replace the battery,
contact the dealer for instructions on its disposal.
Improper disposal carries the risk of severe burns,
electric shock, and damage to the environment.
In accordance with regulations, the Manufacturer
ensures a second life or recycling of this
component in collaboration with qualified
operators.
Charging flap
The charging flap is located on the rear left-hand
side of the vehicle.

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1. Deferred charging activation button
2. Indicator lamp confirming that the nozzle is
locked into the charging connector.
Fixed red: nozzle correctly positioned and
locked.
Flashing red: nozzle incorrectly positioned or
locking not possible.
3. Charging connector
4. Light guides


Status of light
guides Meaning
Fixed white Welcome lighting when flap is opened
Status of light
guidesMeaning
Fixed blue Deferred charging
Flashing green Charging
Fixed green Charging complete
Fixed red Malfunction
In case of impact, even light, against the
charging flap, do not use it.
Do not dismantle or modify the charging
connector - risk of electrocution and/or fire!
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop.
Charging cables, sockets and
chargers
The traction battery can be charged using several
different types of cables.
The charging cables supplied with the vehicle
are compatible with the electrical installations of
the country of sale. If you are travelling abroad,
refer to the following tables to check the
compatibility of local electrical installations with
the charging cables.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop to obtain
the appropriate charging cable(s).
Identification labels on charging sockets/
connectors
Identification labels are affixed to the vehicle,
charging cable and charger to inform the user
about which device needs to be used.