ABS
ABS
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Driving safety
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
(ABS - EBFD)
The ABS and EBFD (electronic brake
force distribution) systems improve the
stability and manoeuvrability of your
vehicle on braking, in particular on
poor or slippery surfaces.
The ABS prevents locking of the
wheels, the EBFD provides control of
the braking pressure wheel by wheel. If this warning light comes on,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on
the display, it indicates a
malfunction of the ABS which
could result in a loss of control of the
vehicle on braking.
If this warning light comes
on, together with the brake
and STOP warning lights,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the
display, it indicates a malfunction of
the electronic brake force distribution
which could result in a loss of control of
the vehicle on braking.
EMERGENCY BRAKING
ASSISTANCE SYSTEM (EBA)
In an emergency, this system enables
the optimum braking pressure to be
reached more quickly, press the pedal
fi r m l y w i t h o u t r e l e a s i n g i t .
It is triggered by the speed at which the
brake pedal is activated.
This alters the resistance of the brake
pedal under your foot.
To prolong the operation of the
emergency braking assistance system:
keep your foot on the brake pedal.
Good practice
The anti-lock braking system comes
into operation automatically when
there is a risk of wheel lock. It does not
reduce the braking distance.
On very slippery surfaces (ice, oil,
etc...) the ABS may increase the
braking distance. When braking in
an emergency, do not hesitate to
p r e s s t h e b r a k e p e d a l fi r m l y , w i t h o u t
releasing the pressure, even on a
slippery surface, you will then be able
to continue to manoeuvre the vehicle
to avoid an obstacle.
Normal operation of the ABS may be felt
by slight vibration of the brake pedal.
When changing wheels (tyres
and rims), ensure that these are
recommended by CITROËN .
Stop immediately.
In both cases, contact a CITROËN
dealer.
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Equipment T h e fi t t i n g o f e l e c t r i c a l e q u i p m e n t
or accessories which are not
recommended by CITROËN may
result in a failure of your vehicle's
electronic system. Please note this
s p e c i fi c w a r n i n g . Y o u a r e a d v i s e d
to contact a dealer to be shown the
r a n g e o f r e c o m m e n d e d e q u i p m e n t o r
accessories.
Depending on the country in which
the vehicle is sold, it is compulsory to
have a high visibility jacket, warning
triangle and spare bulbs available in
the vehicle.
F r o n t m u d fl a p s , r e a r m u d fl a p s ,
15/17 inch alloy wheels, wheelarch
trim, leather steering wheel, ...
Screenwash, interior and exterior
cleaning and maintenance products,
spare bulbs, ...
Seat covers compatible with air bags
for the front seats, bench seat, rubber
mats, carpet mats, snow chains, blinds,
tailgate bicycle carrier, ...
To prevent the mat from becoming
caught under the pedals:
- e n s u r e t h a t t h e m a t a n d i t s fi x i n g s
are positioned correctly,
- n e v e r fi t o n e m a t o n t o p o f a n o t h e r .
A u d i o e q u i p m e n t , h a n d s - f r e e k i t ,
speakers, CD changer, navigation, ...
Regardless of the audio and telematic
e q u i p m e n t o f f e r e d o n t h e m a r k e t , t h e
technical constraints linked with the
fi t t i n g o f e q u i p m e n t o f t h e s e p r o d u c t
groups mean that the special features
o f t h e e q u i p m e n t a n d i t s c o m p a t i b i l i t y
with the capacities of your vehicle's
s t a n d a r d e q u i p m e n t m u s t b e t a k e n i n t o
account. Please ask a CITROËN dealer
f o r f u r t h e r i n f o r m a t i o n b e f o r e fi t t i n g s u c h
e q u i p m e n t .
Maximum weights on bars
- T r a n s v e r s e b a r s o n l o n g i t u d i n a l bars: 75 Kg (these bars are not
compatible with the Zenith roof). Installing radiocommunication
transmitters
Y o u a r e a d v i s e d t o c o n t a c t a C I T R O Ë N
dealer before installing accessory
radiocommunication transmitters with
external aerial on your vehicle.
The CITROËN network will inform you
o f t h e c h a r a c t e r i s t i c s ( f r e q u e n c y b a n d ,
maximum output power, aerial position,
s p e c i fi c c o n d i t i o n s o f i n s t a l l a t i o n ) o f
t h e t r a n s m i t t e r s w h i c h c a n b e fi t t e d ,
in accordance with the Motor Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/EC).
"Active Fleet Data" telematic unit
Connected directly to the heart of the
vehicle (multiplexed network: "Full
CAN"), the telematic unit, by means of
a "ready to use" service, permits the
sending in real time of information such
as:
- d i s t a n c e t r a v e l l e d ,
- d i s t a n c e r e m a i n i n g b e f o r e t h e n e x t
service,
- w a r n i n g s a n d f a u l t s ( o i l l e v e l , coolant level, oil temperature,
coolant temperature, etc ...).
This enables "Fleet" mangers
to optimise the monitoring and
management of their professional
vehicles.
According to country, contact
a CITROËN dealer for further
information.
