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FAMILIARISATION
MONITOR THOROUGHLY
Translucent digital indicator Controls bar
A. W i t h t h e i g n i t i o n o n , t h e l e v e l o f f u e l
r e m a i n i n g i s d i s p l a y e d o n t h e d i g i t a l
indicator.
B. W i t h t h e i g n i t i o n o n , t h e o i l l e v e l i n -
d i c a t o r s h o u l d d i s p l a y "OIL OK" for
a few seconds.
I f t h e l e v e l s a r e n o t c o r r e c t , t o p u p t h e
l e v e l s w h i c h a r e l o w . Lighting of the indicator light indicates
t h e s t a t u s o f t h e c o r r e s p o n d i n g f u n c -
tion.
A. D e a c t i v a t i o n o f t h e E S P / A S R s y s t e m .
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B. D e a c t i v a t i o n o f t h e a u d i b l e a n d / o r
v i s u a l p a r k i n g a s s i s t a n c e .
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C. C e n t r a l l o c k i n g .
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W i t h t h e i g n i t i o n o n , t h e o r a n g e a n d r e d
warning lights come on.
W i t h t h e e n g i n e r u n n i n g , t h e s e w a r n i n g
l i g h t s s h o u l d s w i t c h o f f a l m o s t i m m e d i -
a t e l y , w i t h t h e e x c e p t i o n o f t h e w a r n i n g
light
C ( p a s s e n g e r ' s f r o n t a i r b a g a c t i -
v a t e d ) w h i c h s w i t c h e s o f f a f t e r a p p r o x i -
m a t e l y o n e m i n u t e .
If warning lights remain on, refer to the
page concerned.
Warning lights
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FAMILIARISATION KEEP YOUR PASSENGERS SAFE
Passenger's front air bag Electric child lock
1. I n s e r t i o n o f t h e k e y .
2. S e l e c t i o n o f t h e p o s i t i o n :
"OFF" ( d i s a r m i n g ) , w i t h " r e a r f a c -
ing" child seat,
"ON" ( a c t i v a t i o n ) , w i t h f r o n t p a s s e n -
ger or "forwards facing" child seat.
3. R e m o v a l o f t h e k e y k e e p i n g t h e
switch in this position. Lighting of the indicator light indicates
t h e s t a t u s o f t h e c o r r e s p o n d i n g f u n c -
tion.
A. A c t i v a t i o n o f t h e e l e c t r i c c h i l d l o c k .
A. F r o n t a n d / o r r e a r s e a t b e l t s n o t f a s -
t e n e d / u n f a s t e n e d w a r n i n g l i g h t .
B. Front left seat belt warning light.
C. Front right seat belt warning light.
D. Rear right seat belt warning light.
E. Rear centre seat belt warning light.
F. Rear left seat belt warning light.
G. P a s s e n g e r ' s f r o n t a i r b a g d i s a r m e d
warning light.
H. P a s s e n g e r ' s f r o n t a i r b a g a c t i v a t e d
warning light.
Seat belts and passenger's front air
bag
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The warning lights may come on
c o n t i n u o u s l y o r fl a s h .
Certain warning lights may come
on in two different modes. Only by
relating the type of lighting to the
operating status of the vehicle can
it be ascertained whether the situ-
ation is normal or whether a fault
has occurred.
Indicator and warning lights
Visual indicators informing the driver
that a system is in operation (operation
or deactivation indicator lights) or of the
occurrence of a fault (warning light).
Associated warnings
The switching on of certain warning lights
may be accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction display.
Operation indicator lights
I f o n e o f t h e f o l l o w i n g i n d i c a t o r l i g h t s c o m e s o n , t h i s c o
n fi r m s t h a t t h e c o r r e s p o n d -
ing system has come into operation.
Left-hand direction indicator.
Sidelamps.
Handbrake applied.
Main beam headlamps.
Dipped headlamps.
Front fog lamps.
Coolant temperature.
If lit, this indicates that the en-
gine is cool. Right-hand direction
indicator.
When the ignition is switched on
The warning lights come on for a few
seconds when the vehicle's ignition is
switched on.
When the engine is started, these warn-
ing lights should switch off.
If they remain on, before moving off,
consult the warning light concerned.
Diesel engine pre-heating.
Wait until this is switched off be-
fore operating the starter.
Rear fog lamp.
Electric child lock.
If lit, the child lock is activated.
This warning light is displayed a
few seconds after the function
is activated.
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Deactivation warning lights
If one of the following warning lights
c o m e s o n , t h i s c o n fi r m s t h a t t h e c o r r e -
sponding system has been switched off
intentionally. Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) deactivation.
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
A s p e c i fi c b u t t o n , l o c a t e d i n t h e c e n t r e
of the fascia, permits deactivation of the
s y s t e m . T h i s i s c o n fi r m e d b y c o n t i n u -
ous lighting of this warning light and of
the indicator light on the button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically.
Passenger's air bag system
deactivation.
The passenger's air bag system
is put into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A s p e c i fi c c o n t r o l , l o c a t e d o n
the passenger's side of the fascia, per-
mits deactivation of the system. This is
c o n fi r m e d b y c o n t i n u o u s l i g h t i n g o f t h i s
warning light on the instrument panel or
on the seat belt and passenger's front
air bag warning lights display.
Do not install a "rearwards facing"
child seat when the front passenger
airbag is activated, or the child risks
being killed or seriously injured. When the front passenger air-
bag is activated, this warning
light comes on on the instrument
panel or in the front passenger
seat belt and airbag warning
light display for about a minute.
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When the engine is running or the vehi-
cle is moving, the lighting of one of the
following warning lights indicates the
occurrence of a fault requiring interven-
tion on the part of the driver.
Central alert.
Lighting is associated with
the displaying of another
warning light:
- braking,
- power steering,
- engine oil pressure,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible. Service.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a problem
in one of the systems which
d o e s n o t h a v e a s p e c i fi c
warning light.
In order to identify it, consult the mes-
sage on the multifunction display.
Check:
- the engine oil level,
- t h e s c r e e n w a s h fl u i d l e v e l ,
- the remote control battery,
- the condition of the bulbs.
For any other situations, contact a
CITROËN dealer.
The illumination of this warning light
may also indicate that the (Diesel) par-
t i c l e fi l t e r i s s t a r t i n g t o g e t c l o g g e d u p ,
d u e t o s p e c i fi c e x t e n d e d u r b a n d r i v i n g
conditions: low speed, congestion, etc.
I n o r d e r t o r e g e n e r a t e t h e fi l t e r , y o u a r e
a d v i s e d t o d r i v e , o n c e t r a f fi c c o n d i t i o n s
allow, at a speed of 40 mph (60 km/h)
or above for at least 5 minutes (until the
warning light goes out). Braking.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the braking systems:
- s i g n i fi c a n t d r o p i n t h e l e v e l i n t h e circuit,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous lighting
of the ABS warning light),
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
When the vehicle is moving, check that
the handbrake is fully released.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning light must be the sub-
ject of further diagnostics by read-
ing the associated message on the
multifunction display.
Should you encounter any prob-
lems, do not hesitate to contact a
CITROËN dealer.
Warning lights
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the anti-
lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent opera-
tion of the vehicle's assisted braking.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deactivated,
if this warning light and the indicator light
on the button come on continuously, this
indicates the occurrence of a fault in the
ESP/ASR system.
If the warning light remains on,
contact your CITROËN dealer.
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system.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the en-
gine management system.
I f i t fl a s h e s , i t i n d i c a t e s t h e o c c u r r e n c e o f
a fault in the emission control system.
Low fuel level.
If this comes on, it indicates that
you only have enough fuel left
to drive approximately 30 miles
(50 km).
The capacity of the tank is approximately
50 litres.
Coolant temperature.
If this comes on, it indicates that
the temperature in the cooling
system is too high.
Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Wait for a few minutes before switching
off the engine.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
After a few minutes driving, the tempera-
ture and the pressure rise in the cooling
system. Air bags.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the air bag or seat belt preten-
sioner systems.
Power steering.
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
the power steering. Get to
a CITROËN dealership as safely as
possible.
Door open.
A door or the boot is open:
Battery charge.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
battery charging circuit (dirty or
loose terminals, slack or cut alternator
belt...). Engine oil pressure.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the en-
gine lubrication circuit. Stop the
vehicle immediately and as safely as
possible.
To top up the level:
wait for the engine to cool down,
unscrew the cap by 2 turns to allow
the pressure to fall,
when the pressure has fallen, re-
move the cap,
top up the level to the "MAXI" mark.
Seat belt not fastened/
unfastened.
If this comes on, it indicates
that the driver and/or the front
passenger has not fastened or has un-
fastened his seat belt.
It also indicates that one or more rear
passengers have unfastened their seat
belt.
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if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h),
this warning light comes on continuously.
- if the speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h), this warning light comes
on continuously, accompanied by an
audible signal.
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The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more
than 15 minutes.
Engine oil level indicator
System which informs the driver of the
validity or invalidity of the engine oil
level.
This information is indicated for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
on, after the service information.
Oil level correct
Lack of oil
Oil level gauge fault
Dipstick
T h i s i s i n d i c a t e d b y t h e fl a s h i n g o f
"OIL" , linked with the service warning
light, accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction dis-
play.
I f t h e l a c k o f o i l i s c o n fi r m e d b y a c h e c k
using the dipstick, it is essential that the
level is topped up to prevent damage to
the engine.
T h i s i s i n d i c a t e d b y t h e fl a s h i n g o f "OIL--" .
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Refer to the "Checks" section to locate
t h e d i p s t i c k a n d t h e o i l fi l l e r c a p o n y o u r
engine.
There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:
- A = max; never exceed
this level,
- B = min; top up the level
v i a t h e o i l fi l l e r c a p , u s -
ing the type of oil suited
to your engine.
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MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAYS
MONOCHROME SCREEN
A LINKED TO THE MYWAY
SYSTEM COLOUR SCREEN
General menu
Displays on screen A
This displays the following information:
- t h e o u t s i d e t e m p e r a t u r e ( t h i s fl a s h - es if there is a risk of ice),
- the trip computer (refer to the end of the section).
Warning messages or information mes-
sages may appear temporarily. These
can be cleared by pressing the "ESC"
button. Controls
There are three display control buttons:
- "ESC" to abandon the operation in
progress,
- "MENU" to scroll through the men-
us or sub-menus,
- "OK" to select the menu or sub-
menu required.
Press the "MENU" button to scroll
through the various menus of the
general menu :
- v e h i c l e c o n fi g u r a t i o n ,
- options,
- languages,
- units.
Press the "OK" button to select the
menu required.
V e h i c l e c o n fi g u r a t i o n
O n c e t h e " V e h i c l e c o n fi g u r a t i o n " m e n u
has been selected, you can activate or
deactivate the following equipment:
- wiper linked with reverse gear (refer to the "Visibility" section),
- "guide-me-home" lighting (refer to the "Visibility" section),