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WARNING LIGHTS Each time the engine is started: a series of warni ng lights comes on applying a self-checking test. T hey switch off almost immediately.
When the engine is running: the warning light becom es a warning sign if it remains on continuously or flashes. This initial warning may be
accompanied by an audible signal and a message on t he display. "Do not ignore these warnings."
Warning light lightightis indicates Solution - action
Service
on temporarily. minor faults. Consult a CITROËN dealer .
continuously on, accompanied by a message on the display.
major faults. Make a note of the warning message and contact a CITROËN dealer .
Parking brake fluid level
on. that the parking brake is applied or has not been released correctly. Releasing the parking brake switches off the warning light.
on. t h a t t h e fl u i d l e v e l i s t o o l o w . T o p u p w i t h a fl u i d r e c o m m e n d e d b y a C I T R O Ë N dealer .
continuously on, even though the level is correct. Stop immediately, park, switch off the ignition and contact a CITROËN dealer .
Low engine oil level
on. that the level of oil in the engine is too low. Check the engine oil level and contact a CITROËN dealer .
continuously on, even though the level is correct. Stop immediately, park, switch off the ignition and contact a CITROËN dealer .
Coolant temperature
on with the needle in the red zone. an abnormal increase in the coolant temperature. Park and switch off the ignition, allow the circuit to cool. Visually check the level.
on H in the red zone. an abnormal increase in the coolant temperature. Refer to the "Levels" section of chapter 7. Consult a CITROËN dealer .
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Warning lightis indicates Solution - action
Front air bag flashing or continuously on. the failure of an air bag. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer without delay. Refer to the "Air bags" section of chapter 5.
Side air bag flashing or continuously on. the failure of an air bag. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer without delay. Refer to the "Air bags" section of chapter 5.
Disarming of the passenger ’s front air bag on.
that this air bag has been disarmed intentionally in the presence of a rear facing child seat.
Configure via the trip computer MENU menu. Refer to the "Menu" section of chapter 3.
ABS continuously on. failure of the system. The vehicle retains conventional braking without assistance. However, you are advised to stop and contact a CITROËN dealer .
Emission control system flashing or continuously on. failure of the system. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer without delay.
Electronic immobiliser on.
the ignition key inserted
is not recognised.
The vehicle cannot be
started. Use another key and have the faulty key checked by a CITROËN dealer . Refer to the "Access" section of chapter 1.
Front brake pads on. brake pad wear. Have the pads replaced by a CITROËN dealer .
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Gearbox and steering wheel
Stopping - Starting on a gradient
This is an electronic gearbox system without
a clutch pedal.
To immobilise the vehicle on a gradient,
you must use the parking brake and not
the accelerator.
When starting on a gradient, accelerate
gradually while releasing the parking brake.
Changing to sequential mode
Once you have started the engine, you
can go into sequential mode by selecting
position M.
Changing to automatic mode
When in sequential mode, you can return to
automatic mode by selecting position A.
Stopping the vehicle
Before switching off the engine, you can:
- select position N to engage neutral.
- leave a gear engaged, such as first or
reverse gear.
In either case, you must engage the parking
brake to immobilise the vehicle.
Reinitialising
Following a battery disconnection, you must
reinitialise the gearbox:
- switch on the ignition, "AUTO" appears
on the instrument panel display,
- press on the brake pedal,
- wait for about 30 seconds until "N" or
a gear appears on the instrument panel
display,
- release the brake pedal.
The gearbox is now operational again.
Operating anomaly
"AUTO" is displayed and the
gear selected appears on the
instrument panel display.
The gearbox operates in
automatic mode, without the need for driver
intervention.
It always selects the gear best suited to the
following parameters:
- driving style,
- road profile,
- vehicle load.
To maximise driving comfort and obtain the
most suitable gear, avoid making rough
movements on the accelerator pedal.
If you press the accelerator beyond the point
of resistance, the gearbox selects the next
gear down to allow for faster acceleration.
"AUTO" disappears and
the gears selected appear
successively on the instrument
panel display.
Gear change requests are only possible if
the engine speed allows them.
Gently lift your foot from the accelerator
pedal to select the gear.
When driving at low speed (e.g. approaching
a stop sign or at traffic lights), the gearbox
automatically changes down to first gear.
With the ignition switched on, the
fl a s h i n g o f "AUTO" and the lighting
of this warning lamp, accompanied
by a sound signal and a message on
the instrument panel display, indicate a gearbox
malfunction.
Have the system checked by your CITROËN dealer.
You must always press the brake pedal down when starting the engine. When the vehicle is moving, never select neutral N.Only select reverse gear R with the vehicle stationary and your foot on the brake pedal.In all cases, you must engage the parking brake to immobilise the vehicle.When on a steep gradient, you are advised to use sequential mode.
