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D R I V I N G Cruise control must only be
u s e d w h e r e t h e t r a f fi c c o n -
ditions permit driving at a
constant speed.
Do not use it on congested roads
or when the weather or the road
conditions are poor.
The driver still has to remain atten-
tive and in complete control of his
vehicle.
You are recommended to keep your
feet within range of the pedals.
Overriding the programmed
speed
While cruise control is in operation, it is
always possible to go above the pro-
grammed speed simply by pressing
t h e a c c e l e r a t o r p e d a l ( f o r e x a m p l e t o
overtake another vehicle).
The speed displayed in zone
A
fl a s h e s .
You only have to release the ac-
celerator pedal to return to the pro-
grammed speed.
Suspension/Resumption
Either by pressing the brake
pedal or the clutch pedal.
Or by pressing button 3 .
Or by the ESP or ASR systems
being active.
F o r v e h i c l e s w i t h a m a n u a l g e a r b o x ,
cruise control is deactivated if the
gear lever is in neutral. Reactivation
-
By recalling the memorised
speed
After deactivation, press button 3 .
Your vehicle automatically returns
to the memorised cruising speed.
The memorised speed and "ON"
are displayed in zone A .
If the memorised cruising speed is higher than the current speed, the
vehicle will accelerate strongly to
reach the current speed.
- By selecting the current speed
Press button 1 or 2 once the de-
sired speed has been reached.
The new speed and "ON" will
appear in zone A .
Return to normal driving
Either press on button 5 .
Or select the cruise control func-
tion.
Or stop the engine.
The speed that was chosen is no
longer memorised.
"PAUSE" will be displayed in zone A
of the instrument panel.
These actions do not cancel the
cruising speed which remains dis-
played on the instrument panel. Operating fault
If there is a malfunction, a mes-
sage is displayed accompanied by
an audible signal and lighting of the
SERVICE warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.
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C H E C K S
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL (DIESEL)
HDi 110 engine
Unclip the protective cover
to gain access to the priming
pump. HDi 138 and HDi 173 engines
Unclip the protective cover
to gain access to the priming
pump.
Priming the fuel circuit
In the event of running out of fuel:
a f t e r fi l l i n g ( m i n i m u m 5 l i t r e s )
and removing the protective
cover, operate the manual prim-
ing pump, until some resistance
is felt,
operate the starter motor while
depressing the accelerator pedal
slightly until the engine starts. HDi engines are the result
of advanced technology.
All maintenance and repairs require
s p e c i a l q u a l i fi c a t i o n s w h i c h o n l y a
CITROËN dealer can guarantee.
V6 HDi 208 engine with electric
pump
In the event of running out of fuel:
after adding fuel, turn the ignition
key to position M , wait for a few
seconds,
operate the starter motor until
the engine starts.
If the engine fails to start after sev-
eral attempts, contact a CITROËN
dealer.
I f t h e e n g i n e f a i l s t o s t a r t a t t h e fi r s t
a t t e m p t , w a i t fi f t e e n s e c o n d s b e f o r e
trying again.
If the engine fails to start after a
few attempts, operate the priming
pump again and then try to start the
engine.
When the engine is idling, acceler-
ate slightly to complete the bleeding
of the circuit.
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C H E C K S
Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid
F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
For optimum cleaning and to avoid free-
z i n g , t h i s fl u i d m u s t n o t b e t o p p e d u p o r
replaced with water.
Reservoir capacities:
- s c r e e n w a s h : a p p r o x i m a t e l y 3 . 5 l i t r e s ,
- screenwash and headlamp wash: a p p r o x i m a t e l y 6 . 1 5 l i t r e s .
Diesel additive level (Diesel
engine with particle emission
filter)
A low additive level is indicated by
lighting of the service warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible warning
and a message on the multifunction
screen.
Topping up
This additive must be topped up by
a CITROËN dealer without delay.
Used products
Avoid prolonged contact of
u s e d o i l o r fl u i d s w i t h t h e
skin.
M o s t o f t h e s e fl u i d s a r e h a r m f u l t o
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or
fl u i d s i n t o s e w e r s o r o n t o
the ground.
Take used oil to a an authorised
waste disposal site CITROËN.
I n t h e c a s e o f v e h i c l e s fi t t e d
with headlamp washers, the
m i n i m u m l e v e l o f t h i s fl u i d i s
indicated by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction
screen.
Top up the level when you stop the
vehicle.
Coolant level
Coolant change
The coolant does not have to be
changed.
F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer’s recommendations. The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
s h o u l d n e v e r e x c e e d i t .
When the engine is warm, the tem-
perature of the coolant is regulated
by the fan. This can operate with the
ignition off.
O n v e h i c l e s w h i c h a r e fi t t e d w i t h
a p a r t i c l e e m i s s i o n fi l t e r , t h e f a n
may operate after the vehicle has
been switched off, even if the en-
gine is cold.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour
after switching off the engine before
carrying out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.
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C H E C K S
CHECKS
Unless otherwise indicated, check
these components in accordance
with the Maintenance and Warranty
Guide and according to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Battery The battery does not re-
quire any maintenance.
However, check that the
terminals are clean and
correctly tightened, par-
ticularly in summer and
winter.
When carrying out work on the bat-
tery, refer to the "Practical information" section for details of the precautions
to be taken before disconnecting the
battery and following its reconnection.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Refer to the Maintenance
and Warranty Guide for
details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environment (e.g.
dusty atmosphere) and the use of
the vehicle (e.g. city driving), replace
them twice as often if necessary
(refer to the "Engines" paragraph).
A c l o g g e d c a b i n fi l t e r m a y h a v e a n
adverse effect on the performance
of the air conditioning system and
generate undesirable odours.
Oil filter
R e p l a c e t h e o i l fi l t e r e a c h
time the engine oil is
changed. Particle filter system (Diesel)
Complementary to the catalytic
c o n v e r t e r , t h i s fi l t e r m a k e s a n a c -
tive contribution to the preservation
of air quality by the retaining of the
unburnt pollutant particles. Black
e x h a u s t f u m e s a r e t h u s n o l o n g e r
emitted.
After prolonged idling or driving at very
low speeds, you may occasionally
notice water vapour being emitted from
t h e e x h a u s t w h e n a c c e l e r a t i n g . T h i s i s
of no consequence to the running of
the vehicle or to the environment.
If there is risk of clogging, a mes-
sage appears on the instrument
panel display, accompanied by an
audible signal and lighting of the
service warning lamp.
This alert tells you that the particle
fi l t e r i s s t a r t i n g t o fi l l u p ( i n c o n d i t i o n s
o f u r b a n d r i v i n g o f e x c e p t i o n a l l y l o n g
d u r a t i o n : l o w s p e e d s , t r a f fi c j a m s
etc.)
T o r e g e n e r a t e t h e fi l t e r , i t i s a d v i s e d
to drive as soon as possible, when
t r a f fi c c o n d i t i o n s p e r m i t , a t a s p e e d
of 40 mph (around 60 km/h) or
m o r e f o r a t l e a s t fi v e m i n u t e s ( u n t i l
the alert message disappears).
If this alert persists, consult a
CITROËN dealer.
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for details of the
replacement interval for this compo-
nent.
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
CHANGING A BULB
Procedure for replacing a faulty bulb
with a new bulb without the use of
any tools.
Headlamps
Model with Xenon headlamps
(D1S)
1. Sidelamps: W 5 W
2. Dual-function Xenon
headlamps (dipped/main): D1S
3. Angular lighting: HP19
4. Daytime-running lamps: HP24 Sidelamps
Lift up the pegs A to remove the
cover on the headlamp.
Remove the protective cap B .
Pull the bulb holder to remove it.
R e p l a c e t h e b u l b a n d r e fi t t h e
bulb holder.
For the maintenance of the front
headlamp unit and the changing of
HP19, D1S and HP24 bulbs, contact
a CITROËN dealer.
Risk of electrocution
Xenon bulbs must be re-
placed by a CITROËN
dealer.
You are advised to change both
D1S bulbs at the same time, if one
of them has failed.
R e fi t t h e p r o t e c t i v e c a p B .
R e fi t t h e c o v e r a n d fi x i t i n p l a c e
using the pegs A .
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N Main beams Sidelamps
Lift up the pegs A to remove the
cover on the headlamp.
Remove the protective cap B .
Disengage the retaining spring.
Remove the bulb and replace it,
paying attention to the direction
o f fi t t i n g .
R e fi t t h e r e t a i n i n g s p r i n g .
R e fi t t h e p r o t e c t i v e c a p B .
R e fi t t h e c o v e r a n d fi x i t i n p l a c e
using the pegs A .
Lift up the pegs A to remove the
cover on the headlamp.
Remove the protective cap B .
Pull the bulb holder to remove it.
R e p l a c e t h e b u l b a n d r e fi t t h e
bulb holder.
R e fi t t h e p r o t e c t i v e c a p B .
R e fi t t h e c o v e r a n d fi x i t i n p l a c e
using the pegs A .
Model with halogen headlamps
1. Main beams: H1
2. Sidelamps: W 5 W
3. Dipped beams: H7
4. Directional lighting: H7
5. Daytime-running lamps: HP24
For the maintenance of the front
headlamp unit and changing HP24
bulbs, contact a CITROËN dealer.
Halogen bulbs must not be changed
until they have been off for a few
minutes (risk of serious burns).
Do not touch the bulb directly with
y o u r fi n g e r s , u s e a l i n t - f r e e c l o t h .
It is essential that only anti-U.V.
type bulbs are used in order not to
damage the headlamp.
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
Interior lamps
Roof lamps
Unclip the transparent cover of
the roof lamp to reach the bulb.
Bulb: W 5 W
Rear reading lamps (Tourer)
Detach the cover of the reading
lamp to access the bulb.
Bulb: W 5 W
Map reading lamp
Detach the cover.
If necessary, detach the partition
of the affected map reading lamp. Boot lamp
Detach the cover and use a
W 5 W bulb.
Pavement lighting
Detach the cover and use a
W 5 W bulb. Floor lighting
Detach the cover and use a
W 5 W bulb.
Glovebox
Detach the cover and use a
W 5 W bulb.
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
Interior lamps
Roof lamps
Unclip the transparent cover of
the roof lamp to reach the bulb.
Bulb: W 5 W
Rear reading lamps (Tourer)
Detach the cover of the reading
lamp to access the bulb.
Bulb: W 5 W
Map reading lamp
Detach the cover.
If necessary, detach the partition
of the affected map reading lamp. Boot lamp
Detach the cover and use a
W 5 W bulb.
Pavement lighting
Detach the cover and use a
W 5 W bulb. Floor lighting
Detach the cover and use a
W 5 W bulb.
Glovebox
Detach the cover and use a
W 5 W bulb.