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D A S H B O A R D A D J U S T M E N T S
Headlamps adjustment
You are advised to adjust the aim of the headlamps in accordance with vehicle load.
In the dashboard on the right hand side of the steering column.
0: Unladen weight.
1: Lightly laden.
2: Half laden.
3: Fully laden.
As a metter of safety, these manœuvres should not be performed while the vehicle is moving.
Steering column adjustment
The steering can be adjusted for both height and reach.
With the vehicle stationary , fi r s t adjust your seat to the most suit-able position, then adjust the posi-tion of the steering wheel. See “Driving position”.
Unlock the steering wheel by pull-ing the control upwards.
Adjust the position of the steering wheel then lock by pushing the control fully downwards.
Make sure that you have a good view of the instrument panel dis-plays.
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B R A K E S
Parking brake
The parking brake is actioned by pulling on the lever with a force appropriate to any slope.
To facilitate the action on the lever, you are recommended t o press the brake pedal at the same time.
I n a l l c i r c u m s t a n c e s , a s a p r e c a u t i o n a r y m e a s u r e , e n g a g e fi r s t g e a r .
On steep gradients, turn the steering towards the pavement.
To release the brake, pull the lever lightly up, press the button on the end of the lever and return the lever to the fully down position.
Parking brake released
T h e l i g h t i n g o f t h i s w a r n i n g l a m p i n d i c a t e s t h a t t h e b r a k e fl u i d l e v e l i s i n s u f fi c i e n t o r t h a t t h e b r a k i n g d i s t r i b u -tor is malfunctionning.
It is essential to stop the vehicle.
Consult a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Note: The warning lamp comes on if the parking brake is on or not fu lly released when you switch the ignition on.Note: The lighting of this warning lamp indicates that the parking brake is on or not fully released while the engine is running (at a speed above approximately 5 km/h).
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ABS system
The ABS system enhances your safety by preventing the wheels from locking in the event of sudden braking or in conditions of poor road adherence. It enables you to retain control of the steering.
The functioning capability of all the electrical components essential to the ABS is monitored electronically before and during your journey. The ABS warning lamp lights up when you switch on the ignition: it should go out after a few seconds.
If the monitoring warning lamp does not go out, that means that the ABS has disconnected because there is a fault. Also, the fact that the monitoring warning lamp comes on durin g the journey shows that the ABS system is inactive. I n b o t h c a s e s , t h e n o r m a l b r a k i n g s y s t e m r e m a i n s e f fi c i e n t , e x a c t l y a s o n a v e h i c l e w i t h o u t A B S . H o w e v e r , i n o r d e r for the security associated with the correct functioning of the ABS to be restored, the vehicle should be examined as soon as possible by a CITROËN dealer.for the security associated with the correct associated with the
On roads with poor adherence (chippings, snow, ice etc.), it is always imperative to drive with prudence.
System of emergency braking assistance
(For vehicles with the ABS system)
The emergency braking assistance system helps you to attain the requ ired braking pressure more rapidly, thus to reduce the stopping distance. It operates as a function of the speed of action on the brake pedal, decreasing the resistance to this action. To prolong this action of the emerg ency braking assistance system, simply keep your foot on the brake pedal.
Emergency braking or sudden deceleration automatically operates th e hazard warning lamps. They will cease to operate automatically, or manually if you press the hazard lamps button on the dashboard.
W h e n b r a k i n g i n a n e m e r g e n c y , p r e s s t h e b r a k e p e d a l v e r y fi r m l y a n d d o n o t r e l e a s e t h e f o r c e .
B R A K E S
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Operational anomaly
If the system is malfunctioning, the warning lamp ESP lights up in the instrument panel.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the system checked.
The ESP system offers increased driving safety but is not in place to encourage the driver to take additional risks or to drive at excessive speeds.
The functioning of this system is subject to compliance with the manufacturer’s recommendations on wheels (tyres and rims), brake parts and electronic components, as well as with the assembly and repair procedures approved by CITROËN.on wheels (tyres and rims), brake parts and electronic parts and electronic
After any collision, have this system checked by a CITROËN dealer.
E L E C T R O N I C S T A B I L I T Y
P R O G R A M M E ( E S P )
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (vehicle stuck in snow, soft ground, etc.) it may prove useful to deactivate the ESP systems to allow the wheels to spin and thus regain traction.Press button A.
The warning lamp associated with control A (AESP Off) lights up, as does the ESP warning lamp on the instrument panel.
The ESP system is no longer active.
The ESP system reactivates:Automatically after the ignition has been switched off.ally
Automatically w h e n y o u d r i v e a t a b o v e a p p r o x . 5 0 k m / h ( a p p r o x . 3 0 m p h ) .ally
Manually with another press on button allyA.
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Overspeed alert
Function for keeping to a desired maximum speed.
A short press on control E activates this function (the warning lamp lights up).
To pre-set or modify the desired alert speed, when you have reach ed this speed, give a long press on control E (located on the dashboard central p a n e l ) u n t i l y o u h e a r a c o n fi r m a t i o n g o n g .
An audible signal indicates that the programmed speed is being exceeded.
To cancel
Give another short press on control E to deactivate this function (the warn-ing lamp goes out).
Note: T h e o v e r s p e e d a l e r t o n l y f u n c t i o n s f o r s p e e d s a b o v e a r o u n d 3 0 k m / h ( a r o u n d 2 0 m p h ) .
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C r u i s e c o n t r o l m u s t o n l y b e u s e d w h e r e t h e t r a f fi c c o n d i t i o n s p e r m i t d r i v i n g a t a c o n s t a n t s p e e d .
Do not use it on congested roads or when the weather or the road conditions are poor.
This driving assistance function allows you to drive at the spee d of your choice without the need to action the accelerator.
T h i s d e v i c e i s a c t i v e a t s p e e d s a b o v e a p p r o x . 4 0 k m / h , i n t h e h i g h e r g e a r s only.
The button A for cruise control is located on the lighting control stalk.
Remark: The information relating to the cruise control is displayed in the instrument panel screen at B. This display causes the trip computer infor-mation to disappear (if it is shown on the instrument panel).
To select the function
Turn the control 1 to the “CRUISE” position.
When you select the function via control 1, no speed has yet been memorised.
To select a cruise speed
Accelerate to the desired speed, then give a short press on butt on 2 or but-ton 4.
The cruise speed is then memorised. It is shown in the display on instrument panel B.
You can then release the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will automatically keep to that chosen speed.
Remark: The vehicle speed may vary slightly from that memorised.
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S P E E D L I M I T E R
This driving assistance function enables you to select a maximum speed that you wish not to exceed. This must be greater than 30 km/h.
Control A for the speed limiter is situated below the lighting/signalling con-trol stalk.
Remark: The information relating to the speed limiter is displayed in the instrument panel screen at B. This display causes the trip computer infor-mation to disappear (if it is shown on the instrument panel).
To select the function
Turn control 1 to position “LIMIT”.
On selection of the function via control 1, the last speed memorised is displayed.
To adjust the maximum speed
When the engine is running, you can adjust the memorised spee d by either short presses or long presses on:Button 4 to increase the memorised speed.
Button 2 to decrease the memorised speed.
Remark: Successive presses will modify the cruise speed in steps of 1 km/h a n d a c o n t i n u o u s p r e s s i n s t e p s o f 5 k m / h ( 3 m p h ) .
Activation of the maximum speed
As the desired maximum speed is displayed, press control 3 to activate the speed limitation.
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V E N T I L A T I O N - A I R C O N D I T I O N I N G
Air inlet
Check that the exterior grille for the air inlet, at the bot-tom of the windscreen, is clean and free of dead leaves, snow, etc.
If washing the vehicle with a high pressure jet, avoid targeting the air inlet zone.
Air vents
The air vents to the face (except the central air vent) h a v e g r i l l e s f o r o r i e n t i n g t h e fl o w o f a i r ( u p - d o w n , r i g h t -left).
Air circulation
For your comfort we advise you to maintain a proper distribution of air within the cabin, both at the front and at the rear.
Air outlets are also located on the central console close to the gear lever, to enhance comfort for the rear pas-sengers.
P o l l e n fi l t e r – O d o u r fi l t e r
Y o u r i n s t a l l a t i o n h a s a fi l t e r f o r k e e p i n g o u t d u s t .
T h i s fi l t e r h a s t o b e c h a n g e d a c c o r d i n g t o t h e v e h i c l e maintenance schedule. See “Maintenance Guide”.
Air conditioning
Whatever the time of year, even in cool weather the air conditioning is useful in removing humidity and mist-ing.
To keep the air conditioning compressor well sealed, it is essential to operate the air conditioning at least once in every month.
To be effective, the air conditioning should only be used with the windows closed.
If you are towing a heavy trailer and outside tempera-tures are high, the air conditioning may be temporarily paused if the engine cooling requires this.
Water arising from condensation in the air conditioning system is evacuated through a hole provided for this purpose ; a pool of water may thus form underneath the vehicle when stationary.
You are advised to have the air conditioning system checked on a regular basis. See “Maintenance Guide”.
The air conditioning operates by using power from the engine. This results in a slight increase in fuel con-sumption.
Demisting - deicing of the wind-screen and front side windowsPlace the controls for temperature and a i r fl o w o n m a x i m u m .
Close the central air vents.
Operate the air conditioning.Note: You should not be in air recirculation.