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"Foot on brake" T h e fl a s h i n g o f t h i s w a r n i n g
lamp on the display informs
you that you need to press
the brake pedal in order to
be able to start the engine on a ve-
hicle with the (6-speed) Electronic
Gearbox System, or to quit position P
in the case of an automatic gearbox.
This warning lamp comes on if you
attempt to release the electric parking
brake without pressing the brake
pedal.
In the case of the Electronic Gearbox
S y s t e m , t h i s w a r n i n g l a m p fl a s h e s
to indicate overheating of the clutch
if you excessively use the accelera-
tor to hold the vehicle on an uphill
slope. Use the brake pedal or the
electric parking brake.
Parking space available
This warning lamp comes
on when the parking space
function is selected.
I t fl a s h e s w h i l e t h e s p a c e i s
being measured. Electric child lock
If lit, the child lock is activated.
This warning light is dis-
played a few seconds after
the function is activated.
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
corresponding 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. Warning lights
Diesel engine pre-heating
Wait until this is switched off before
operating the starter. 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 -
tre of the fascia, permits deactiva-
t i o n o f t h e s y s t e m . T h i s i s c o n fi r m e d
by continuous lighting of this warning
light and of the indicator light on the
button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automati-
cally.
When the engine is running or the ve-
hicle is moving, the lighting of one of
the following warning lights indicates
the occurrence of a fault requiring in-
tervention on the part of the driver.
Any fault resulting in the display-
ing of a warning light must be the
subject of further diagnostics by
reading the associated message
on the multifunction display.
Should you encounter any prob-
lems, do not hesitate to contact a
CITROËN dealer.
Passenger’s air bag system
deactivation
The passenger’s air bag sys-
tem is put into service auto-
matically when the vehicle is
s t a r t e d . A s p e c i fi c c o n t r o l , l o -
cated in the glove box, permits deacti-
v a t i o n o f t h e s y s t e m . T h i s i s c o n fi r m e d
by continuous lighting of this warning
light on the instrument panel or a mes-
sage on the NaviDrive multifunction
screen.
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Lighting is associated
with the displaying of
another warning light:
Service
If this comes on, it indi-
cates the occurrence of a
problem in one of the sys-
tems which does not have
a s p e c i fi c w a r n i n g l i g h t .
In order to identify it, consult the message
on the multifunction display.
The warning light only comes on
temporarily in the case of the follow-
ing minor faults:
- incorrect closing of the doors, boot, rear screen and bonnet,
- fl a t r e m o t e c o n t r o l b a t t e r y ,
- incorrect tyre pressure,
- the end of saturation of the particle e m i s s i o n fi l t e r ( D i e s e l ) .
In the case of major faults, the warn-
ing light remains on until the operating
f a u l t i s r e c t i fi e d , c o n t a c t a C I T R O Ë N
dealer as soon as possible. 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 distribu- tion (EBFD) faulty (simultane-
ous lighting of the ABS warning
light),
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Application/Release of the
automatic electronic parking brake
If this warning lamp comes
o n p e r m a n e n t l y , i t i s c o n fi r m -
ing that the parking brake is
applied.
I f i t fl a s h e s , i t i s i n d i c a t i n g a n a p -
plication or release fault. Urgently
contact a CITROËN dealer (see sec-
tion "Driving - § Electronic parking
brake"). Automatic electronic parking
brake fault
This warning lamp comes
on if there is a malfunction
in the automatic electronic
parking brake.
Deactivation of the automatic
functions of the automatic
electronic parking brake
This comes on if the "auto-
matic application" and "au-
tomatic release" functions
when you switch off the
engine are deactivated or
faulty.
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 or in the hill start as-
sistance.
Engine autodiagnostics system
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
the engine 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.
Central alert
- punctured wheel,
- braking,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
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 op-
eration of the vehicle's assisted
braking.
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Maintenance indicator zero reset Engine oil level indicator
After each service, the maintenance
indicator must be reset to zero.
To do this, carry out the following
procedure:
switch off the ignition,
press and hold the trip distance
recorder zero reset button,
switch on the ignition; the dis-
tance recorder display begins a
countdown,
when the display indicates "=0" ,
release the button; the spanner
disappears. 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 infor-
mation.
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.
Oil level correct
Lack of oil
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" , accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the
multifunction display.
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
check using the dipstick, it is essen-
tial that the level is topped up to pre-
vent damage to the engine. Oil level gauge fault
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.
Dipstick
Refer to the "Checks" section to lo-
c a t e 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
on your engine. There are 2 marks on
the dipstick:
- A = max; never ex-
ceed this level,
- B = min; top up the
l e v e l v i a t h e o i l fi l l e r
cap, using the type
of oil suited to your
engine.
Following this operation, if you wish
to disconnect the battery, lock the
v e h i c l e a n d w a i t a t l e a s t fi v e m i n u t e s
for the zero reset to be taken into
account.
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Maintenance indicator zero reset Engine oil level indicator
After each service, the maintenance
indicator must be reset to zero.
To do this, carry out the following
procedure:
switch off the ignition,
press and hold the trip distance
recorder zero reset button,
switch on the ignition; the dis-
tance recorder display begins a
countdown,
when the display indicates "=0" ,
release the button; the spanner
disappears. 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 infor-
mation.
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.
Oil level correct
Lack of oil
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" , accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the
multifunction display.
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
check using the dipstick, it is essen-
tial that the level is topped up to pre-
vent damage to the engine. Oil level gauge fault
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.
Dipstick
Refer to the "Checks" section to lo-
c a t e 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
on your engine. There are 2 marks on
the dipstick:
- A = max; never ex-
ceed this level,
- B = min; top up the
l e v e l v i a t h e o i l fi l l e r
cap, using the type
of oil suited to your
engine.
Following this operation, if you wish
to disconnect the battery, lock the
v e h i c l e a n d w a i t a t l e a s t fi v e m i n u t e s
for the zero reset to be taken into
account.
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Total distance recorder
System which measures the total
distance travelled by the vehicle
during its life.
The total and trip distances are dis-
played for thirty seconds when the
ignition is switched off, when the
driver's door is opened and when
the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
Trip distance recorder
System which measures a distance
travelled during a day or other period
until it is reset to zero by the driver.
With the ignition on, press the
button until zeros appear. Lighting rheostat
System for manual adjustment of
the brightness of the instruments
and controls in relation to the exterior
brightness.
Activation
When the lights are on:
press the button to change the
brightness of the instruments
and controls,
when the lighting reaches the
minimum setting, release the
button, then press again to in-
crease it,
or
when the lighting reaches the
maximum setting, release the
button, then press again to re-
duce it,
when the lighting reaches the
level of brightness required, re-
lease the button.
Deactivation
When the lights are off, or in day
m o d e o n v e h i c l e s fi t t e d w i t h d a y t i m e
lights, pressing the button does not
have any effect.
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3. Adjustment of the air blower speed
The air blower operates only when
the engine is running (except when
the REST function is activated).
T o a d j u s t t h e fl o w o f a i r , p r e s s o n t h e
button:
t o i n c r e a s e t h e a i r fl o w ,
t o d e c r e a s e t h e a i r fl o w ( t h i s
button also has the REST
function).
T h e l e v e l o f a i r fl o w i s i n d i c a t e d o n
t h e d i s p l a y b y t h e p r o g r e s s i v e fi l l i n g
of the ventilator blades.
If you place the air blower on posi-
tion 0 , the system is deactivated.
The air blower display will be empty,
with the indication OFF.
Function for retaining
ventilation with the engine
switched off
The REST function is avail-
able when you switch on the igni-
tion and when you stop the engine.
This function allows you to retain
ventilation in the passenger com-
partment for a few minutes, even
with the engine stopped.
When you leave the vehicle, any
passengers present can still have
t h e b e n e fi t o f a i r c i r c u l a t i o n , e v e n
though the engine is not running.
Engine stopped, ignition switched
on:
- The displays will light up, with the air blower shown empty as
long as the function is available.
- A press on the REST button acti- vates the function for a timing of
just a few minutes. Two blades of
t h e b l o w e r w i l l fi l l t o s i g n i f y t h a t
the function is active.
- It can be deactivated and reacti- vated during the timing.
- At the end of the timing, the dis- play will go off. This button does not activate the air
conditioning, only the air blowers. In
t h e R E S T f u n c t i o n , t h e a i r fl o w a n d
distribution are controlled automati-
cally and you cannot modify them.
On stopping the engine:
- The displays remain lit up, the blower is shown empty and the
function can be activated for
30 seconds.
- A press on the REST button during the next 30 seconds ac-
tivates the function for a timing
of several minutes. The dura-
tion and availability of the func-
tion are variable according to the
state of charge of the battery (a
protection to guarantee engine
s t a r t i n g ) . T w o b l o w e r b l a d e s fi l l
up to signify that the function is
active. It remains active, even af-
ter the doors have been locked,
until the end of the timing.
- A further press before the end of t h e t i m i n g d e fi n i t i v e l y s t o p s t h e
function. 4. Adjustment of the air
distribution
Press on button 4 so that
t h e a i r fl o w s s c r o l l s u c -
cessively on the display.
The air distribution you have chosen
i s c o n fi r m e d b y t h e l i g h t i n g o f t h e
corresponding warning lamps in the
display.
There are 7 possible adjustments.
5. Air recirculation
This button activates the recircula-
tion of air within the passenger com-
partment and also has an automatic
function.
Entry of air in automatic
mode (activated by default,
in automatic comfort regula-
tion) .
According to version, the automatic
mode makes use of an air quality sen-
sor. This analyses the air and isolates
the passenger compartment from the
exterior as soon as it detects the pres-
ence of pollutants. Then it automatical-
ly activates recirculation of cabin air.
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Closing of the air inlet
Press on button 5 to close
off the entry of air from
outside.
Whilst retaining the other adjust-
ments, this position enables the
driver at any time to exclude any dis-
agreeable odours or fumes coming
from outside the vehicle. It should
be cancelled as soon as possible to
permit renewal of cabin air and to
prevent misting.
Entry of air (manual mode)
Press on button 5 to activate en-
try of air from the outside. The
warning lamp goes out.
Press once on button 5 to return
to the initial status (entry of air in
automatic mode).
The air recirculation can also be ac-
cessed by means of a press on the
control, located low down to one side
of the steering wheel (see "§ Fixed
centred controls steering wheel"). 6. Adjustment mode for the
rear passengers
This button decides whether
or not the rear passengers
may use their adjustment
controls.
There are three possible statuses
for this button:
Locking of the rear
passenger controls
Authorisation of
the rear passenger
controls
Closing of the air
fl o w f o r t h e r e a r
passengers
The supply of air is cut off.
With additional air conditioning, in
cold weather you are advised to
close the supply of air to the rear
passengers (no hot air distribution
possible via these air vents).
The rear passengers can use their
adjustment controls at their conven-
ience.
The driver imposes his adjustment
on the rear passengers. In this case,
the rear passenger controls are de-
activated. 7. Panel display mode: black
panel function
This function turns the dis-
plays and panel backlighting
on or off.
- Function activated, a press on any button will light up the screen
temporarily.
- press on button 7 deactivates
the function, lighting f buttons
and screen is again permanent.
This function optimises notably the
visual comfort for driving at night.
8. Deicing/Demisting of the rear screen
This can only operate when the en-
gine is running.
Press on button 8 to activate/de-
activate the electric deicing of
the rear screen and, according to
version, of the exterior rear view
mirrors. The warning lamp lights
up and the symbol appears on
the display.
It switches off automatically
to prevent excessive con-
sumption of power.
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Closing of the air inlet
Press on button 5 to close
off the entry of air from
outside.
Whilst retaining the other adjust-
ments, this position enables the
driver at any time to exclude any dis-
agreeable odours or fumes coming
from outside the vehicle. It should
be cancelled as soon as possible to
permit renewal of cabin air and to
prevent misting.
Entry of air (manual mode)
Press on button 5 to activate en-
try of air from the outside. The
warning lamp goes out.
Press once on button 5 to return
to the initial status (entry of air in
automatic mode).
The air recirculation can also be ac-
cessed by means of a press on the
control, located low down to one side
of the steering wheel (see "§ Fixed
centred controls steering wheel"). 6. Adjustment mode for the
rear passengers
This button decides whether
or not the rear passengers
may use their adjustment
controls.
There are three possible statuses
for this button:
Locking of the rear
passenger controls
Authorisation of
the rear passenger
controls
Closing of the air
fl o w f o r t h e r e a r
passengers
The supply of air is cut off.
With additional air conditioning, in
cold weather you are advised to
close the supply of air to the rear
passengers (no hot air distribution
possible via these air vents).
The rear passengers can use their
adjustment controls at their conven-
ience.
The driver imposes his adjustment
on the rear passengers. In this case,
the rear passenger controls are de-
activated. 7. Panel display mode: black
panel function
This function turns the dis-
plays and panel backlighting
on or off.
- Function activated, a press on any button will light up the screen
temporarily.
- press on button 7 deactivates
the function, lighting f buttons
and screen is again permanent.
This function optimises notably the
visual comfort for driving at night.
8. Deicing/Demisting of the rear screen
This can only operate when the en-
gine is running.
Press on button 8 to activate/de-
activate the electric deicing of
the rear screen and, according to
version, of the exterior rear view
mirrors. The warning lamp lights
up and the symbol appears on
the display.
It switches off automatically
to prevent excessive con-
sumption of power.