2008.5 Citroen C4 ESP

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C. fog lamps selection ring.
The fog lamps operate with the
sidelamps and the dipped and main
beam headlamps.
- 1 st turn forwards: rear foglamp on.
- 1 st turn rearwards: rear foglamp off. - 1 st turn forwards: front foglamps
on.
- 2 nd turn forwards: rear foglamps on.
- 1 st turn rearwards: rear foglamps off.
- 2 nd turn rearwards: front foglamps off.
Model with rear foglamp only
Model with front and rear
foglamps In good or rainy weather, both day
and night, the front fog lamps and
the rear fog lamp are prohibited. In
these situations, the power of their
beams may dazzle other drivers.
They should only be used in fog or
snow.
In these weather conditions, it is
your responsibility to switch on the
fog lamps and dipped headlamps
manually as the brightness sensor
may detect suffi cient light.
Do not forget to switch off the front
fog lamps and the rear fog lamp
when they are no longer neces-
sary.
Lights on buzzer
The triggering of an audible signal
when a front door is opened warns
the driver that he has forgotten to
switch off his vehicle's lamps, with
the ignition off and in manual light-
ing mode.
In this case, switching off the lamps
stops the audible signal.
With the ignition off, if the dipped
headlamps remain on, they will
switch off automatically after thirty
minutes to prevent discharging of
the battery.

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Special position of the
windscreen wipers
In the minute following switching off
of the ignition, any action on the stalk
positions the wipers in the centre of
the windscreen.
This action enables you to position
the wiper blades for winter parking,
cleaning or replacement.
To park the wipers after this has
been done, switch on the ignition
and operate the stalk. For optimum and lasting wiping of
the "fl at-blade" wiper blades, it is
advisable to:
- handle them with care,
- clean them regularly using soapy water,
- change them approximately every 6 months,
- avoid using them to retain card- board on the windscreen. COURTESY LAMPS
Selection and control of the various
passenger compartment lamps.

1. Front courtesy
lamp

2. Map reading
lamps
Front courtesy lamp In this position, the courtesy
lamp comes on gradually: Permanently off.
Permanent lighting.
In permanent lighting mode, differ-
ent lighting times are available:
- with the ignition off, approxi- mately ten minutes,
- in energy economy mode, ap- proximately thirty seconds,
- with the engine running, unlim- ited.
- when the vehicle is unlocked,
- when a door or the boot is opened,
- when the key is removed from the ignition,
- when the remote control locking button is activated, in order to lo-
cate your vehicle. It switches off gradually:
- when the vehicle is locked,
- when the ignition is switched on,
- 30 seconds after the last door is
closed.
Map reading lamps

 With the ignition on, press the
corresponding switch.

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Special position of the
windscreen wipers
In the minute following switching off
of the ignition, any action on the stalk
positions the wipers in the centre of
the windscreen.
This action enables you to position
the wiper blades for winter parking,
cleaning or replacement.
To park the wipers after this has
been done, switch on the ignition
and operate the stalk. For optimum and lasting wiping of
the "fl at-blade" wiper blades, it is
advisable to:
- handle them with care,
- clean them regularly using soapy water,
- change them approximately every 6 months,
- avoid using them to retain card- board on the windscreen. COURTESY LAMPS
Selection and control of the various
passenger compartment lamps.

1. Front courtesy
lamp

2. Map reading
lamps
Front courtesy lamp In this position, the courtesy
lamp comes on gradually: Permanently off.
Permanent lighting.
In permanent lighting mode, differ-
ent lighting times are available:
- with the ignition off, approxi- mately ten minutes,
- in energy economy mode, ap- proximately thirty seconds,
- with the engine running, unlim- ited.
- when the vehicle is unlocked,
- when a door or the boot is opened,
- when the key is removed from the ignition,
- when the remote control locking button is activated, in order to lo-
cate your vehicle. It switches off gradually:
- when the vehicle is locked,
- when the ignition is switched on,
- 30 seconds after the last door is
closed.
Map reading lamps

 With the ignition on, press the
corresponding switch.

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TYRE UNDER-INFLATION DETECTION
Sensors fi tted in each valve check
the tyre pressure during driving and
trigger a warning in the event of
malfunction (speed above 12 mph
(20 km/h)).
Flat tyre The tyre under-infl ation detection
system is an aid to driving which
does not replace the vigilance or
responsibility of the driver. Puncture
The service warning lamp
comes on in the instru-
ment panel, accompanied
by an audible signal and
a message on the multi-
function screen locating
the wheel concerned.
Check the tyre pressures as soon as
possible. This check must be carried
out when the tyres are cold. The
STOP warning lamp
comes on in the instrument
panel, accompanied by an
audible signal and a mes-
sage on the multifunction
screen locating the wheel
concerned.
Stop immediately, avoiding any sud-
den movement of the steering wheel
and the brakes.
Change the damaged wheel (punc-
tured or very defl ated tyre), and
have the tyre pressure checked as
soon as possible.
Sensor(s) not detected or faulty
The service warning lamp
comes on in the instrument
panel, accompanied by an
audible signal and a mes-
sage on the multifunction
screen locating the wheel
or wheels which are not detected or
indicating a fault in the system.
Have the faulty sensor(s) checked
by a CITROËN dealer. All repairs and changing of tyres
on a wheel fi tted with this system
must be carried out by a CITROËN
dealer.
If, when changing a tyre, you in-
stall a wheel which is not detected
by your vehicle (example: fi tting
of snow tyres), you must have the
system reinitialised by a CITROËN
dealer.
This system does not eliminate
the need to have the tyre pres-
sure checked regularly (refer to the
"Technical data - § Identifi cation
features" section) to ensure that
the optimum dynamic perform-
ance of the vehicle is maintained
and prevent premature wear of the
tyres, particularly in arduous driv-
ing conditions (heavy load, high
speed).
The tyre pressures must be
checked cold, at least once a
month. Remember to check the
pressure of the spare wheel.
The tyre under-infl ation detection
system may experience temporary
interference due to radio-electric
emissions on a frequency close to
that used by the system.
This message is also displayed
when one of the wheels is away
from the vehicle (being repaired) or
when one or more wheels without a
sensor are fi tted.
The spare wheel is not fi tted with a
sensor.

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TRAJECTORY CONTROL SYSTEMS
Anti-skid regulation (ASR) and
electronic stability programme
(ESP)
The anti-skid regulation (also known
as Traction Control) optimises
traction to prevent skidding of the
wheels, by acting on the brakes of
the driving wheels and on the en-
gine.
The electronic stability programme
acts on the brake of one or more
wheels and on the engine to keep
the vehicle on the trajectory required
by the driver.
Activation
These systems are activated auto-
matically each time the vehicle is
started.
They come into operation in the event
of a grip or trajectory problem. This is indicated by fl ashing
of this warning lamp on the
instrument panel. Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a
vehicle which is bogged down, stuck
in snow, on soft ground...), it may be
advisable to deactivate the ASR and
ESP systems, so that the wheels
can move freely and regain grip.

 Press the "ESP OFF" button,
located in the centre of the
dashboard. Reactivation
These systems are reactivated au-
tomatically each time the ignition is
switched back on or from 30 mph
(50 km/h).

 Press the "ESP OFF" button again
to reactivate them manually.
If this warning lamp comes
on in the instrument panel
and the indicator lamp on the
button comes on, this indi-
cates that the ASR and ESP
systems are deactivated. Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an au-
dible signal and a message
on the multifunction screen,
this indicates a malfunction of these
systems.
Have the systems checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
The ESP/ASR systems offer ex-
ceptional safety in normal driving,
but this should not encourage the
driver to take extra risks or drive at
high speed.
The correct functioning of these
systems depends on observation
of the manufacturer's recommen-
dations regarding the wheels (tyres
and rims), the braking components,
the electronic components and the
CITROËN assembly and operation
procedures.
After an impact, have these sys-
tems checked by a CITROËN
dealer.

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* According to country.
Side airbags *
System which protects the driver
and front passenger in the event of
a serious side impact in order to limit
the risk of injury to the chest.
Each side airbag is incorporated in
the front seat back frame, on the
door side.
Operation
It is triggered unilaterally in the
event of a serious side impact ap-
plied to all or part of the side impact
zone
B , perpendicular to the longi-
tudinal centreline of the vehicle on
a horizontal plane and directed from
the outside towards the inside of the
vehicle.
The side airbag infl ates between the
front occupant of the vehicle and the
corresponding door trim pad. Impact detection zones

A. Front impact zone.

B. Side impact zone.
Curtain airbags *
System which protects the driver
and passengers (with the exception
of the rear centre passenger) in the
event of a serious side impact in or-
der to limit the risk of head injuries.
Each curtain airbag is incorporated
in the pillars and the upper part of
the passenger compartment. Operation
It is triggered at the same time as
the corresponding side airbag in the
event of a serious side impact ap-
plied to all or part of the side impact
zone
B , perpendicular to the longi-
tudinal centreline of the vehicle on
a horizontal plane and directed from
the outside towards the inside of the
vehicle.
The curtain airbag infl ates between
the front or rear occupant of the ve-
hicle and the windows.
In the event of a minor impact or
bump on the side of the vehicle or
if the vehicle rolls over, the airbag
may not be triggered.
The airbag is not triggered in the
event of a rear or front collision.
Operating fault If this warning lamp comes
on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on
the multifunction screen, contact a
CITROËN dealer to have the sys-
tem checked. The airbags may no
longer be triggered in the event of a
serious impact.

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D R I V I N G
Displays on the instrument
panel
- The selector position is displayed in the instrument panel, on the
left on multifunction screens A
and C and on the right on the
NaviDrive multifunction screen.
- A background-lit position grille associated with the selector al-
lows you to view the position se-
lected. Moving off

When the ignition is on, light-
ing of the service warning lamp,
accompanied by
an audible
sig-
nal and the message "Gearbox
faulty" indicates a malfunction.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
For safety:

 Position N can only be disen-
gaged if you are pressing the
brake pedal.

 If the gearbox is in position N
but the selector position is dif-
ferent, reposition the selec-
tor on N in order to be able to
start.
 To start the engine, the selector
has to be in position N .

 Press fi rmly on the brake pedal.

 Operate the starter.

 When the engine is running,
place the selector on R , A or M
as desired.

 Check, in the instrument panel,
the position engaged.

 Release the brake pedal and ac-
celerate.
If the selector is not in position N ,
and/or if the brake pedal is not
pressed, the corresponding warning
lamp(s) are displayed and a mes-
sage informs you that at least one of
these two conditions is not met.
In this case, the engine will not start,
recommence the above procedure.
Engaging reverse gear
To engage reverse gear, move the
selector to R .

Only attempt to
select
reverse gear
when the vehicle is stationary.
If the vehicle is moving rapidly, if an in-
advertent attempt to engage reverse
gear is made, the warning lamp N will
fl ash and your vehicle will go auto-
matically into neutral. To re-engage a
gear, you have only to reposition the
selector on A , M or R .
Reverse gear

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D R I V I N G
*
To comply with legislation in certain coun-
tries, the "Menu" control may be deacti-
vated while the vehicle is in motion.
Multifunction screen controls

A. Selection of the type of informa-
tion to be displayed on the right
of the screen (radio, trip compu-
ter, navigation/guidance…).
For the multifunction screen A, choice of activation/deactivation
of your functions and adjustment
choices.

B. Access to the "Main Menu" * .

C. Validation of the function chosen
or of the value modifi ed.
Pick up/Hang up (see chapter "Audio").

D. Scrolling in the multifunction
screen.

E. Cancellation of the current op-
eration or return to the previous
display. SPEED LIMITER
System which prevents the vehi-
cle from exceeding the speed pro-
grammed by the driver.
Once the limit speed has been
reached, the accelerator pedal no
longer has any effect.
The speed limiter is switched
on manually: a speed of at least
30 km/h (around 20 mph) must be
programmed.
The speed limiter cannot, in any cir-
cumstances, take the place of the
observance of speed limits or of the
vigilance and responsibility of the
driver.
Steering wheel controls
The speed limiter controls are locat-
ed on the left-hand side of the steer-
ing wheel.
Displays on the instrument panel
The programmed information is
grouped together in zone A of the
instrument panel display.
Programming
Rotate the control 1 to the "LIM" po-
sition.
On selection of the function, the pre-
vious memorised speed and the in-
formation "OFF" are displayed :
With the engine running, you can
adjust the memorised maximum
speed, by means of short or long
presses on :

 button 4 to increase the memo-
rised maximum speed,

 button 2 to decrease the memo-
rised maximum speed.
Successive presses will modify the
maximum speed in steps of 1 mph
and a sustained press in steps of
3 mph.