ABS
ABS
Driving safety
HORN
Press the centre of the steering wheel.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS - EBFD)
The ABS and EBFD (electronic brake force
distribution) systems improve the stability
and manoeuvrability of your vehicle on
braking, in particular on poor or slippery
surfaces.
The ABS prevents locking of the wheels,
the EBFD provides control of the braking
pressure wheel by wheel. Good practice
The anti-lock braking system comes into
operation automatically when there is a risk
of wheel lock. It does not reduce the braking
distance.
On very slippery surfaces (ice, oil, etc...)
the ABS may increase the braking distance.
When braking in an emergency, do not
hesitate to press the brake pedal firmly,
without releasing the pressure, even on a
slippery surface, you will then be able to
continue to manoeuvre the vehicle to avoid
an obstacle.
Normal operation of the ABS may be felt by
slight vibration of the brake pedal.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are recommended by
CITROËN .
If this warning light comes on,
together with the brake and STOP
warning lights, accompanied by
an audible signal and a message
on the display, it indicates a malfunction of
the electronic brake force distribution which
could result in a loss of control of the vehicle
on braking.
Stop immediately.
ASSISTANCE SYSTEM (EBA)
In an emergency, this system enables the
optimum braking pressure to be reached more
q u i c k l y , p r e s s t h e p e d a l fi r m l y w i t h o u t r e l e a s i n g i t .
It is triggered by the speed at which the brake
pedal is activated.
This alters the resistance of the brake pedal
under your foot.
If this warning light comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the display,
it indicates a malfunction of the
ABS which could result in a loss of control of
the vehicle on braking. In both cases, contact a CITROËN dealer.
To prolong the operation of the emergency
braking assistance system: keep your foot on the
brake pedal.
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Air bags Disarming
The passenger ’s front air bag alone can be
disarmed:
- With the ignition switched off, insert
the key into the passenger air bag
disarming switch,
- turn it to the "OFF" position,
- then remove the key keeping the slot in this position.
Front air bags
The front air bags are incorporated in the
centre of the steering wheel for the driver
and in the fascia for the front passenger.
Reactivation
In the
"OFF" position, the passenger air
bag will not be triggered in the event of an
impact.
As soon as the child seat is removed, turn
the air bag slot to the "ON" position to
re-activate the air bag and thus ensure the
safety of your passenger in the event of an
impact. To ensure the safety of your child, it
is essential to disarm the passenger
air bag when you install a rear-facing child
seat on the front passenger seat. Otherwise,
the child would risk being killed or seriously
injured if the air bag were to inflate.
The air bag warning light on the
instrument panel is lit throughout
the period of disarming.
Activation
They are deployed simultaneously, unless
the passenger ’s front air bag has been
disarmed, in the event of a serious front
impact applied to all or part of the front
impact zone
A in the longitudinal centreline
of the vehicle on a horizontal plane directed
from the front towards the rear of the
vehicle.
The front air bag inflates between the front
occupant of the vehicle and the fascia to
cushion his forward movement. If this warning light comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the display,
contact a CITROËN dealer to
have the system checked.
Front air bag fault
If the two air bag warning lights are lit
continuously, do not install a
rear-facing child seat. Consult a CITROËN
dealer.
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Levels
LEVELS
control systems, the use of additives in
engine oil is prohibited. Changing the brake fluid
The brake fluid must be changed at
the intervals stated, according to the
manufacturer ’s servicing schedule.
Use fluids recommended by the
manufacturer, which fulfil DOT4 standards.
The level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks on the reservoir.
If fluid has to be added frequently, this
indicates a failure which must be checked by
a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Warning lights
These regular maintenance operations
will keep your vehicle in good running
order. Consult the instructions at CITROËN
dealerships or in the servicing booklet
enclosed in the handbook pack.
If you have to remove/refit the engine
style cover, handle it with care to avoid
damaging the fixing clips.
Oil level
Check the level regularly and top up
between changes. The maximum
consumption is 0.5 litre per 600 miles
(1 000 km).
Check the level with the vehicle level,
engine cold, using the dipstick. Dipstick
There are two marks on the
dipstick:
A = maximum
If you fill past this mark,
contact a CITROËN dealer.
B = minimum
Never allow the level to fall
below this mark.
To maintain the reliability of
engines and emission Oil change
It is imperative that this is carried out at the
intervals specified and the viscosity grade of
the oil selected must fulfil the requirements
in accordance with the manufacturer ’s
servicing schedule. Consult the instructions
at CITROËN dealerships.
Remove the dipstick before filling.
For the 2 litre HDi engine, use the funnel
supplied when filling via the sump opening.
Check the level after filling (never exceed
the max mark).
Screw the cap back onto the sump before
closing the bonnet.
Viscosity selection
In all cases, the oil selected must meet the
manufacturer ’s requirements.
Checking by means of the warning
lights on the instrument panel
is described in chapter 2, refer to the
"Instruments and controls" section.
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Battery
BATTERY
This is housed in a compartment located
underneath the floor, in front of the
driver ’s seat. Before disconnecting the battery, you must
wait for 2 minutes after switching off
the ignition.
Never disconnect a terminal when the
engine is running.
disconnecting the terminals.
After every reconnection of the battery,
switch on the ignition and wait 1 minute
before starting to allow the electronic
systems to be initialised. If slight difficulties
are experienced after this, please contact a
CITROËN dealer. It is advisable to disconnect the battery
if the vehicle is not to be used for a
period of more than one month. After the engine has stopped, with the key
in the ignition position, certain functions
(windscreen wiper, electric windows, courtesy
lights, audio equipment, etc.) can only be
used for a cumulative duration of thirty
minutes, to prevent discharging of the battery.
To charge the battery using a battery
charger
- Disconnect the battery,
- Follow the instructions for use given by
the battery charger manufacturer,
- Reconnect starting with the negative (-) terminal,
- Check that the terminals and connectors are clean. If they are covered with
sulphate (white or greenish deposit),
disconnect them and clean them
To start the vehicle from another
battery
- Connect the red cable to the positive (+) terminals of the two batteries,
- Connect one end of the green or black cable to the negative (-) terminal of the
slave battery,
- Connect the other end of the green or black cable to an earth point on the
broken down vehicle as far as possible
from the battery,
- Operate the starter, let the engine run,
- Wait for the engine to return to idle, then disconnect the cables. Once the thirty minutes are over, the active
functions are put on standby and the battery
warning light flashes accompanied by a
message on the display.
To resume the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it run
for a few minutes.
The time available will then be double the
time for which the engine was left running.
However, this time will always be between
five and thirty minutes.
A flat battery will prevent the engine from
starting.
Changing a bulb
CHANGING A BULB
Type A
Entirely glass bulb:
pull gently as it is fitted
by pressure.
Type B
Bayonet bulb:
press on the bulb then
turn it anticlockwise.
Type C
Halogen bulb:
release the retaining
spring from its housing.
TYPES OF BULB
Various types of bulb are installed on your vehicl e. To remove them: Halogen bulbs must be changed after
the headlamp has been off for several
minutes (risk of serious burns). Do not touch
the bulb directly with your fingers, use
lint-free cloths.
When each operation has been completed,
check the operation of the lights.
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Changing a bulb
TROUBLESHOOTING
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3. Direction indicators
Type B, PY 21 W - 21 W (amber)
- Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn anticlockwise.
- Remove the bulb by pressing it lightly while turning it anticlockwise.
- Change the bulb.
- Ensure that the cover is refitted
correctly over its entire periphery to
guarantee sealing.
FRONT LIGHTS
Open the bonnet. To access the bulbs, reach
behind the headlamp unit.
Carry out the operations in reverse order to
refit each bulb.
1. Dipped headlamps/Main beam
headlamps
Type C, H4 - 55 W
- Remove the centre cover by pulling the flexible rubber tab.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Release the retaining spring.
- Change the bulb taking care to align the metal part with the grooves on the light.
2. Side lights
Type A, W 5 W - 5 W
- Remove the cover by pulling the flexible rubber tab.
- Remove the bulb holder fitted by pressure by pulling the connector.
- Change the bulb.
- Ensure that the cover is refitted correctly over its entire periphery to
guarantee sealing.
4. Fog lamps
Type C, H1 - 55 W
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
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Changing a bulb
DIRECTION INDICATOR SIDE
REPEATER
Type A, WY 5 W (amber)
- Push the repeater towards the rear and disengage it.
- Support the connector and turn the bulb holder a quarter turn to the left.
- Turn the bulb a quarter turn to the left, remove it and change it.
- When refitting, engage the repeater towards the rear and bring it towards the
front.
Front/Rear
Amber coloured bulbs (direction indicators
and side repeaters) must be replaced with
bulbs of identical specification and colour. COURTESY LIGHTS
Type A, 12 V 5 W - 5 W
- Unclip the lens by sliding a screwdriver in the slots on each side of the courtesy
light.
- Pull the bulb and change it.
- Clip the lens in its housing and ensure that it is secured correctly. High pressure washing
When using this type of washing on
stubborn dirt, do not persist on the
headlamps, the lights and their surrounds to
avoid damaging their coating and their seal.
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Changing a bulb
TROUBLESHOOTING
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REAR LIGHTS
For further information concerning the bulbs,
refer to the "Types of bulb". - Identify the faulty bulb then open
the rear doors to 180°. Refer to the
"Accesses" section of chapter 2.
- Remove the two fixing nuts.
Pull the lens block from the outside.
- Holding the light, disconnect the electrical connector. - Move aside the 8 tabs then extract the
bulb holder.
- Remove the faulty bulb by pressing it lightly while turning it anticlockwise.
- Change the bulb.
1. Brake lights/side lights
Type B, P21/5 W - 21/5 W
2. Direction indicators
Type B, PY 21 W - 21 W (amber)
3. Reversing lights
Type B, P21 W - 21 W
4. Fog lamps
Type B, P21 W - 21 W When refitting, take care to correctly
reposition:
- the 8 tabs,
- the two white lugs in the two rubber
holes to maintain the sealing of the light,
- the supply wire to avoid trapping it.