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ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION OF THE AUTOMATIC FUNC-TIONS
The automatic application when the engine is switched off and the automatic release when you press the accelerator can be deacti-vated. Activation / deactivation is performed using the “Main Menu” of the instrument panel screen. To do so, select “Vehicle param-eters / Comfort / Automatic parking brake”.
The deactivation of these f u n c t i o n s i s c o n fi r m e d b y t h e lighting of this warning lamp on the instrument panel.
With the automatic functions deacti-vated, the application and release of the parking brake are done manu-ally.
MANUAL OPERATION
Manual application / release of the parking brake is always possible.
To start the vehicle
With the ignition on or the engine running, to release the parking brake, press on the brake or accel-erator pedal, push then releasecontrol A.
The application of the parking brake is c o n fi r m e d b y :The lighting of the warning lamp on control A and of the warning lamp on the instru-ment panel.
The display of the message “Parking brake applied” on the instrument panel screen.
When the driver’s door is opened, a beep is heard and a message displayed if the parking brake has not been applied.
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MAXIMUM APPLICATION
If necessary, you can utilise maximum application of the parking brake. It is obtained by means of a long pull on control A, until you see the message “Maximum parking brake application” and a beep is heard.
Maximum application is indispensable:In 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.
When the gradient you are parked on is variable in its effect (e.g. on a ferry, in a lorry, during towing).Note: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.
After maximum application, the release time will be longer.
PARTICULAR SITUATIONS
In certain situations (starting the engine, etc), the parking brake can automatically alter its force. This is normal opera-tion.
To advance your vehicle a few centimetres without starting the engine, but with the ignition on, press on the brake pedal and release the parking brake by pushing then releasing control A.
T h e f u l l r e l e a s e o f t h e p a r k i n g b r a k e i s c o n fi r m e d b y t h e e x t i n c t i o n o f t h e w a r n i n g l a m p o n c o n t r o l A, and of the warn-ing lamp on the instrument panel, and by the display of the message “Parking brake released” on the instrument panel screen.
If the parking brake malfunctions while applied o r i f t h e b a t t e r y r u n s fl a t , a n e m e r g e n c y r e l e a s e i s a l w a y s p o s s i b l e (see paragraph “Emergency unlocking”).
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The ESP system offers increased driving safety but is not in place to encourage the driver to take addi-tional risks or to drive at excessive speeds.
The functioning of this system is subject to compliance with the manufacturer’s recommendations on wheels (tyres and rims), brake parts and electronic components, as well as with the assembly and repair procedures approved by CITROËN.repair procedures repair procedures
After any collision, contact a CITROËN dealer.
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) and Traction Control (ASR)
These systems are closely associated with ABS and additional to it. In the event of a loss of control of the vehicle by the driver, the ESP system acts automatically on one or more wheels and also on the engine to bring the vehicle back on trajectory. The ASR system optimises traction and prevents wheel spin by acting on the brakes of the driving wheels as well as on the engine. It also improves steering stability during acceleration.
Operation
If either of the ESP or ASR systems is active, the warning lamp fl a s h e s .
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (vehicle stuck in snow, soft ground, e tc.) it may prove useful to deactivate the ESP/ASR systems to allow the wheels to spin and thus regain traction.
Press on control A, the warning lamp and the light on control A light up. The ESP/ASR systems are no longer active.
The ERSP/ASR systems will activate again:Automatically after the ignition has been switched off.
Automatically when you drive at above approx. 50 km/h (approx. 30 mph).
Manually with another press on button A.
Operational anomaly
If there is a system fault, the warning lamp lights up, accompa nied by a message on the instrument panel screen, the lighting of the SERVICEwarning lamp and a beep.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the system checked.
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Locking/unlocking from the inside
With the doors and the boot closed, pressing button A allows you to control the electric central locking and unlocking.
It is still possible to open the doors from the inside.
If one of the doors is open or not properly closed, central locking will not work.
The warning lamp associated with the control A signals 3 statuses: l t fl a s h e s w h e n t h e i g n i t i o n k e y is in the stop position or when the key is not detected and the doors are locked.
It lights up when the vehicle is locked with the ignition switched on.It goes out when the doors are not locked.Note: Control A is inactive if the vehicle has been locked using the remote control or the key.
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Front passenger's airbag deactivation
In order to be able to use a rear-facing child seat in the front pas-senger's seat position, it is impera-tive to deactivate the passenger's airbag.
For that:With the ignition switched off, insert the key into the switch A.
Turn the key to the “OFF” posi-tion, the passenger's airbag is deactivated.With the ignition on, the front passenger's airbag deactiva-tion warning lamp lights up on the roof console display.