2005 CITROEN C6 ignition

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BRAKES
GENERAL FEATURES OF ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
Presentation.
(6)Electric parking brake control
"a" Parking brake warning lamp
Functioning of the electric parking brake.
To apply the parking brake:
Prior conditions:
- Vehicle stationary or not.
- Ignition switched on.
- Engine running or not.
Pull and release the control (6).
NOTE: The parking brake can be activated when the vehicle is moving, at whatever speed, but
only if the control (6)is kept pulled, the parking brake being deactivated as soon as the control (6)
is released.
NOTE:The electric parking brake has an"anti-lock"system for limiting the locking of the wheels
and guaranteeing vehicle stability if the parking brake is actioned while the vehicle is moving.
To release the parking brake:
Prior conditions:
- Vehicle stationary.
- Gear lever in positionP.
- Ignition switched on.
- Engine running.
Press on the brake pedal.
Pull and release the control (6).
Parking brake warning lamp:
Condition for the warning lamp "a" coming on:
- Electric parking brake activated or incorrectly deactivated.
- Malfunctioning of the electric parking brake.
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BRAKES
GENERAL FEATURES OF ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
Presentation.
(1)Handle for manual unlocking of the electric parking brake (FSE)
(2)Cable for manual unlocking of the electric parking brake
(3)Rear RH cable of the electric parking brake
(4)Electric parking brake system (FSE)
(5)Rear LH cable of the electric parking brake
(6) Electric parking brake control
"a"Parking brake warning lamp
Normal functioning of the electric parking brake.
Applying the parking brake.
Prior conditions:
- Vehicle stationary or not.
- Ignition switched on.
- Engine running or not.
Pull and release the control (6).
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BRAKES
GENERAL FEATURES OF ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
NOTE:The parking brake can be activated when the vehicle is moving, at whatever speed, but only if
the control (6)is kept pulled, the parking brake being deactivated as soon as the control (6)is released.
NOTE: The electric parking brake has an "anti-lock"system for limiting the locking of the wheels and
guaranteeing vehicle stability if the parking brake is actioned while the vehicle is moving.
Releasing the parking brake.
Prior conditions:
- Vehicle stationary.
- Gear lever in position P.
- Ignition switched on.
- Engine running.
Press on the brake pedal.
Pull and release the control (6).
Parking brake warning lamp.
Condition for the warning lamp "a"coming on:
- Electric parking brake activated or incorrectly deactivated.
- Malfunctioning of the electric parking brake.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: ACTIVE SUSPENSION WITH VARIABLE DAMPING
All operations on the hydraulic suspension circuit must be performed in conformity with the following requirements and regulations:
Authorities competent in matters of health:
- Accident prevention.
- Environmental protection.
WARNING: Operations should be carried out by specialised personnel who have had training in the safety requirements and precautions to
be taken.
Safety requirements.
ESSENTIAL: In view of the special features of the hydraulic suspension system, observe the requirements below, before undertaking any
repair.
IMPERATIVE: Depending on the operation to be carried out, respect the requirements for supporting and securing the vehicle.
Wheels hanging Wheels not hanging
Vehicle on the ground Vehicle on 4-column lift
2-column lift or secure the Depressurisation of the circuit Checking and adjusting of Other operations
vehicle on 4 axle stands(see corresponding operation)heights (switch on ignition) (depressurisation of the
hydraulic circuit)
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HYDRAULICS
DE-PRESSURISING THE HYDRAULIC SUSPENSION CIRCUITTools.
[1] PROXIAstation: 4165-T
[2] LEXIAstation: 4171-T
De-pressurisation.
NOTE:It is possible to de-pressurise the suspension by individual axle.
Using a diagnostic tool.
Start the engine.
Place the height control in the «LOW»position.
Wait for the vehicle height to reach the position required.
Stop the engine.
Connect the diagnostic tool [1]or [2]to the vehicle's diagnostic socket.
Switch on the ignition.
Carry out a global test.Go into the menu:
- Suspension.
- De-pressurisation.
Follow the instructions displayed on the screen.
Wait for the vehicle's suspension to sink completely.
NOTE:This operation takes around 3 minutes.
Switch off the ignition.
Disconnect the battery.
Without a diagnostic tool.
IMPERATIVE: Any LDS fluid that is collected must not be re-used.
NOTE:Collect the LDSfluid in order to keep the work area clean.
Respect the environment.
Start the engine.
Place the height control in the «LOW»position.
Stop the engine.
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