2008.5 Citroen C8 ignition

READY TO SET OFF
2
43
Starting and stopping
STARTING AND STOPPING
STOP position: steering lock.
The ignition is off.
Good practice when starting Handbrake
On the version with rotating front seat,
the handbrake can be disengaged.
Pulling the handbrake to immobilise
the vehicle then lowering the lever
does not release the brake, it permits
rotation of the driver’s seat.
Pull the button placed at the end of the
handbrake forwards.
The handbrake lever lowers.
You can now rotate the seat.
To return to normal operation, pull the
lever up until it clicks.
If the handbrake is on or has
not been released fully, this is
indicated by:
- a warning light which comes on on the instrument panel,
- an audible signal,
- a message on the display.
Key
Take care not to place the key in
contact with grease, dust, rain or a
damp environment.
A heavy object attached to the key (key
ring, ...) weighing down on the shaft
of the key in the ignition switch may
cause a malfunction.
Running and accessories position.
Certain accessories can be used.
Starting position.
The starter is operated. Diesel pre-heating warning
light
Turn the key to the Running
position.
In cold weather, wait for this warning
light to switch off then operate the
starter (Starting position) until the
engine starts.
If the temperature is high enough, the
warning light comes on for less than
one second, you can start without
waiting. Good practice when stopping
Minimise engine and gearbox wear
When switching off the ignition, let the
engine run for a few seconds to allow
the turbocharger to return to idle.
Do not press the accelerator when
switching off the ignition.
There is no need to engage a gear
after parking the vehicle.

48
WINDSCREEN WIPER STALK
Manual windscreen wipers Special position of the
windscreen wipers

In the minute following switching off of the ignition, any action on the stalk positions the wipers against the windscreen uprights.
This action enables you to position the wiper blades for winter parking, cleaning or replacement. Vehicle fitted with the
automatic windscreen
wipers control

Do not cover the rain sensor located in the centre of the fascia.
On vehicles which are fi tted with this control, in the AUTO position, the windscreen wipers operate automatically and adapt their speed to the intensity of the rainfall .
When not in AUTO mode, for the other positions, refer to the manual windscreen wipers section.
The command must be reactivated whenever the ignition has been switched off for more than one minute:
 move the stalk to any position,
 then move it back to the required position.

2 Fast wipe (heavy rain).
1 Normal wipe (moderate rain).
l Intermittent wipe.
0 Off.
 Single wipe
(press downwards).
Refer to the "Changing a windscreen wiper blade" section of chapter 8.
Wash-wipe and headlamp wash

Pull the stalk towards you, the wash-wipe is accompanied by a timed sweep of the wipers.
If your vehicle is fi tted with this function, the headlamp wash is linked with the wash-wipe, it is triggered if the dipped headlamps are on.

To park the wipers in their normal position after this has been done, switch on the ignition and move the stalk.

To top up the levels, refer to the "Levels" section of chapter 7.

In the I ntermittent position, the wiping speed is in proportion to the vehicle speed.

Steering wheel controls
ERGONOMICS and COMFORT
3
49
Activation
Press the control downwards. Activation of the function is accompanied by a message on the display.The automatic windscreen wipers function must be reactivated if the ignition has been switched off for more than one minute, by pressing the stalk downwards . Rear windscreen wiper

Turn the ring to the fi rst notch. The wiping speed is inversely proportional to the speed of the vehicle.
Rear windscreen wash

Turn the ring past the fi rst notch: the windscreen wash then the windscreen wiper operate for a fi xed time. Good practice

When using an automatic car wash, switch off the ignition without setting the alarm.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until the windscreen is completely clear of ice before activating the automatic wiping.
In the event of a considerable amount of snow or ice, switch on the rear screen demister. Once de-icing is complete, remove the snow or ice which has accumulated on the rear wiper blade. You can now operate the rear windscreen wiper.
If a tailgate bicycle carrier is used, deactivate the rear wiper by going to the display’s confi guration menu.

Deactivation/Switching off

Place the windscreen wipers stalk in position I , 1 or 2 . Deactivation of the function is accompanied by a message on the display.
In the event of malfunction of the automatic windscreen wipers, the windscreen wipers will operate in intermittent mode.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the system checked. Automatic wiping - reverse gear
-
place the front wipers stalk in a position other than 0 .
- engage reverse gear.
- the rear wiper operates with intermittent wiping.

Steering wheel controls
52
Switching the function off
- Place the dial in position 0 or switch
off the ignition to switch everything off. Good practice
When changing the programmed
reference speed by means of a
maintained press, pay attention as
the speed can increase or decrease
rapidly.
Do not use the cruise control on
slippery roads or in heavy traffi c.
In the event of a steep slope, the cruise
control cannot prevent the vehicle from
exceeding the programmed speed.
In any event, the cruise control cannot
replace the need to observe the speed
limits, nor can it replace the need for
vigilance and responsibility on the part
of the driver.
You are advised to keep your feet near
the pedals.
To avoid any jamming under the
pedals:
- ensure that the mat and its fi xings on the fl oor are positioned correctly,
- never place one mat on top of another
Changing the
programmed speed
There are two methods
of memorising a
speed higher than the
previous one:
Without using the accelerator:
- press the Set + button.
A brief press increases the speed by
1 mph (km/h).
A maintained press increases the
speed in steps of 5 mph (km/h).
Operating fault
The programmed speed is cleared and
the dashes fl ash for a few seconds.
Consult a CITROËN dealer to have the
system checked.
Using the accelerator:
- exceed the memorised speed until
the speed required is reached,
- press the Set + or Set - button.
To memorise a speed lower than the
previous one:
- press the Set - button.
A brief press decreases the speed by
1 mph (km/h).
A maintained press decreases the
speed in steps of 5 mph (km/h). Cancelling the programmed
reference speed
When the vehicle becomes stationary,
after switching off the ignition, the
system no longer memorises a speed.

Steering wheel controls
ERGONOMICS and COMFORT
3
55
Switching the function off
- Place the dial in position 0 or switch
off the ignition to switch the system
off. The last programmed speed
remains in the memory.
Exceeding the programmed
speed
Pressing the accelerator pedal in order
to exceed the programmed speed
will have no effect unless you press
the pedal
fi rmly beyond the point of
resistance .
The limiter is deactivated temporarily
and the programmed speed fl ashes.
To return to the limiter function,
reduce your speed to below the
programmed speed. Operating fault
The programmed speed is cleared and
the dashes fl ash for a few seconds.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the
system checked.
Flashing of the speed
The speed fl ashes:
- following forcing of the accelerator point of resistance,
- when the limiter cannot prevent an increase in the vehicle speed due
to the profi le of the road or on a
steep descent,
- in the event of sharp acceleration. Good practice
In any event, the speed limiter cannot
replace the need to observe speed limits,
nor can it replace the need for vigilance
and responsibility on the part of the driver.
Always pay attention to the profi le of the
road, take care on sharp acceleration and
stay in complete control of your vehicle.
To avoid any jamming under the
pedals:
- ensure that the mat and its fi xings positioned correctly,
- never place one mat on top of another.

66
Seats

3 - Seat back angle adjustment
Tilt the control to the front or the rear to obtain the angle required.
The electrical functions of the seats are cancelled one minute after the ignition has been switched off.

4 - Driver’s seat lumbar adjustment (mechanical)
Raise or lower the lever to obtain the correct position.
5 - Head restraint height and angle adjustment (manual)
To raise or lower the head restraint, pull it forwards, then slide it.

Never drive with the head restraints removed; they must be in place and correctly adjusted.
6 - Rotating of seats (mechanical)
Place the seat back in the upright position.
Place the seat in the highest intermediate longitudinal position.
On the driver’s side, push the steering wheel, apply the handbrake. To allow rotation of the seat, lower the handbrake handle pulling on the end.
Pull the control upwards and rotate the seat inwards.
This rotating operation must be carried out with the engine switched off. The handbrake, the lever of which is now in the lower position, remains applied. Do not forget to raise the lever and release the brake before setting off.
Driving with a passenger seated facing the rear is prohibited.

For further information regarding the disengaging of the handbrake, refer to the "Driving safety" section of chapter 5.

The setting is correct when the upper edge of the head restraint is level with the top of the head.
To remove the head restraint, place it in the high position, lift the tab using a coin and pull upwards and forwards at the same time.
To re-install, engage the head restraint rods in the holes, making sure they are aligned with the seat back.

ERGONOMICS and COMFORT
3
67
Seats
Memorising seat positions
Two driving positions can be memorised, using buttons M/1and M/2 .
These are located on the side of the seat:
 Place the ignition key in the "running" position (2nd notch),
 Adjust your seat,
 Press button M , then button 1 for a fi rst driving position within four seconds.
Repeat the same actions on buttons Mand 2 to store another driving position.
An audible signal confi rms that a position has been memorised.
Memorising a new position cancels the
previous one.
Activating a memorised driving
position
Front heated seat controls
When the engine is running, the front seats can be heated separately.
Use the adjustment controls located on the side of each front seat to switch on and select the self-regulated level of heating:

1: Low.

2: Medium.

3: High.

0: Off. After recalling a memorised position fi ve times in succession, the function will be cancelled until the engine is started.

Engine running
 Keep button 1 or 2 pressed down until the end of setting of the corresponding memorised position.

Engine off
 Briefl y press button 1 or 2 to recall the corresponding memorised position.

ERGONOMICS and COMFORT
3
87
Mirrors and windows
ELECTRIC WINDOWS
4. Rear left electric window switch.
5. Rear electric windows disarming switch (child safety).
- red strip visible: the rear switches are activated.
- red strip covered: the rear switches are disarmed.
You have two options:

The electrical functions of the electric windows are disarmed one minute after switching off the ignition.

Disarming the rear controls
For the safety of your children, press switch 5 to disarm all of the electrical controls in the rear:
- electric windows,
- sliding side doors,
- sunroofs.
1. Driver’s electric window switch.
2. Passenger electric window switch.
3. Rear right electric window switch.
Manual operation:
- press or pull switch 1 , without
going beyond the point of
resistance. The window stops when
the switch is released.
Automatic operation:
- press or pull switch 1 , beyond the
point of resistance: the window
opens or closes completely when
the switch is released. Pressing the
switch again stops the movement
of the window.