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R E M O T E C O N T R O L
Changing the remote control battery
First, retract the key-carrier if necessary.
Unclip the housing by lifting at the rear (see diagram).
Battery: C R 0 5 2 3 o f 3 V .
Re-initialisation of the remote control
After a change of battery, it may be necessary to re-initialise the remote control. To do that, switch on the ignition and immediately action button Aon your remote control to trigger the action desired. This may ta ke some ten seconds.Note: Make a careful note of the numbers for the keys and for the remot e control on the ASSISTANCE card. Keep this in a safe place.
Do not throw away the old batteries. They should be returned to a CITROËNdealer or deposited at a recognised collection point (a camera shop, for example).
Except when reinitialising, the remote control cannot function while the key is in the ignition, even when switched off.
Warning: by inadvertently actioning the remote control, wh en for example it is in your pocket, you can unlock the vehicle without your realising it.
However, if none of the doors is opened within thirty seconds following an unlocking, the doors will automatically relock.
Warning: there is a risk of damage if the replacement batte ry is not the correct one.
Only use batteries that are identical or equivalent to those approved by CITROËN.Only use batteries that ies tha
Locating of the vehicle
To locate the vehicle on a carpark, press button A, the interior lamps come on and the direction indica- t o r s fl a s h f o r a f e w s e c o n d s . T h e vehicle remains locked.
Folding and ejecting the key
Button C is for folding and eject-ing the key from its housing in the remote control.
If you do not press on button C, you could damage the key mecha-nism.
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Operating the alarm
First make sure all the doors are closed.
The alarm is armed by pressing button A on the remote control.
W i t h t h e a l a r m a r m e d , t h e p r o t e c t i o n s a r e a c t i v e a f t e r 5 s e c - o n d s ( p e r i m e t e r ) a n d 4 5 s e c o n d s ( v o l u m e t r i c ) .
When the alarm is armed (on standby), any intrusion w i l l t r i g g e r t h e s i r e n f o r 3 0 s e c o n d s , a c c o m p a n i e d b y the direction indicators lighting up.
The alarm then goes back on standby, but the trigger-ing remains memorised and is signalled by the rapid fl a s h i n g o f t h e w a r n i n g l a m p o n c o n t r o l 1 after you have deactivated the alarm with a press on the unlocking button B . T h e fl a s h i n g s t o p s w h e n y o u s w i t c h o n t h e ignition.
The siren is also triggered if there is a cutting of the electrical supply. To stop it, restore the electrical supply then press on the unlocking button B.Note:If you want to lock your vehicle without arming the alarm, just lock with the key only.If you lock your vehicle and a door, or the boot, is still open, the central locking does not operate but the alarm will arm itself after approx. 45 seconds.Note: The siren is automatically deactivated (for exam-ple for disconnecting the battery) as soon as the vehicle is unlocked using the remote control.
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W A R N I N G L A M P S
These warning lamps may be accompanied by a message and/or a sound signal
Engine oil pressure
It comes on for a few sec-onds each time you switch on the ignition.
If this warning lamp comes on, engine running, it tells you that the oil pressure is low.
It is essential to stop the vehicle.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
Coolant temperature warning lamp
It comes on for a few sec-onds each time you switch on the ignition.
If this warning lamp comes on, engine running, it tells you that the coolant temperature is rising abnormally.
It is essential to stop the vehicle.
Check the coolant level.
See “Levels”.
If the level is satisfactory, consult a CITROËN dealer.If the level is satisfactorythe level
Battery charge
This warning lamp should go out when the engine is running.
If it remains permanently on, con-tact a CITROËN dealer.If it remains permanently remains permanently
Warning lamp for park- i n g b r a k e , b r a k e fl u i d level and braking dis-tribution malfunction
With the engine running, the light-ing of this warning lamp indicates that the parking brake is on or not properly released, that the brake fl u i d l e v e l i s l o w o r t h a t t h e b r a k i n g system is malfunctioning.
If the warning lamp remains on even after you have released the parking brake, stop immediately and contact a CITROËN dealer.parking brake, stop immediately stop immediately
Driver's seat belt not fastened
This lamp comes on if the LH seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched on and while the vehicle is moving at up to a p p r o x . 2 0 k m / h ( 1 2 m p h ) . A b o v e a s p e e d o f 2 0 k m / h , t h e w a r n i n g l a m p fl a s h e s f o r a p p r o x i m a t e l y 1 2 0 seconds. Then it remains on.
SERVICE
This warning lamp remains on for a seri-ous fault. Consult a CITROËN dealer as soon as possi-ble.
This warning lamp remains on only for a short time for faults that are minor. Contact a CITROËN dealer if necessary.
To learn the origin of the corre-sponding alert, refer to the log of alerts (See chapter “Displays Aand C” to chapter “Multifunction displays”).
Fuel low
It comes on for a few sec-onds each time you switch on the ignition.
If the fuel low warning lamp comes on, there remain approx. 4 to 6litres of fuel in the tank.
Depollution system
It remains on until you start the engine.
I f t h i s w a r n i n g l a m p fl a s h e s o r lights up while you are driving, this indicates a problem with the depollution system.
Consult a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
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PAY ESPECIAL ATTENTION TO WHERE CHILDREN ARE WHEN OPERATING THE SUN ROOF
Always remove the ignition key when leaving the vehicle, even if for a short time.
In the event of anything being caught by the sun ro of closing, you must reverse the roof movement.
To do that, reverse the position of the control concerned.
When the driver is operating the sun roof, he or she must always make sure that the passengers are not preventing it from closing properly.
The driver must ensure that passengers use the sun roof control correctly.
If making repeated movements, you are advised to have the engine running in order to avoid discharging the battery.
Safety devices for prevention of damage to the soft roof:It is impossible to slide the soft roof when the rear screen is open or not properly closed.
The rear screen opening control is inoperational while the so ft roof is sliding.It is impossible to slide the soft roof when the vehicle is travelling at high speed.
Stowing of the rear cassette is possible only if the roof is fully slid onto the rear screen.
Sliding of the roof is possible only if the cassette is correctly secured in the high position on the arches, and down a g a i n s t t h e C I T R O Ë N l e t t e r i n g . S e e t h e c h a n g e f r o m C a b r i o l e t t o S a l o o n c o n fi g u r a t i o n .Sliding of the roof is possible only if the cassette is correctly secured in the high position on roof is possible
I f a c o m m a n d o n y o u r p a r t i s n o t o b e y e d , y o u h e a r 3 b e e p s .
Maintenance of the sliding soft roof: I f w a s h i n g t h e r o o f w i t h a h i g h p r e s s u r e j e t ( 9 0 b a r s ) , k e e p t h e j e t n o z z l e a t l e a s t 4 0 c m a w a y f r o m t h e v e h i c l e .If washing by hand, use a sponge or soft brush wth soapy wate r.
Never use detergents or products that are corrosive, or acetone or alcohol based products.
See USER PRECAUTIONS.
Never open the rear screen if the roof is partially slid onto the rear screen. To prevent any damage to the soft roof slide rails, make sure that they remain clean and free of sand, dust, etc.
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A i r fi l t e r
Follow the requirements set out in the Maintenance Guide.
REFER TO THE CHAPTER: USER PRECAUTIONS.
Screen wash and head- l a m p w a s h fl u i d
Use CITROËN-approved products wherever possible.
Capacity: See “Capacities”.
Engine coolant
T h e fl u i d l e v e l s h o u l d b e between the marks MIN. and MAX. on the header tank.
E n g i n e h o t , w a i t a t l e a s t 1 5 m i n u t e s .
Quality: See “Maintenance Guide”.
Never do anything relating to the cooling system of an engine that is hot.
12V battery
See “Starting with a slave battery”.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level on horizontal ground with the engine having been s w i t c h e d o f f f o r a t l e a s t 1 0 m i n -utes.
Quality: See “Maintenance Guide”.
Pull out the manual dip-stick.
The level should be between the marks MIN. and MAX.on the gauge.
It must never exceed the maximum.
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B r a k e fl u i d
T h e l e v e l o f fl u i d s h o u l d b e between the marks MIN.and MAX. on the reservoir.
Quality: See “Maintenance Guide”.
If the warning lamp comes on while you are driving, stop immediately and contact a CITROËN dealer.immediately and immediately
C a b i n p a r t i c l e fi l t e r / O d o u r fi l t e r
See “Maintenance Guide”.
If opening the bonnet when the engine is hot, even if it is stopped and the ignition is switched off, remember that the cooling fan may operate at any moment.
Consult “User Precautions” at the end of this handbook.
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Any action on the MAXI fuses (that give extra protection) (in grey in the diagrams), located in the fuseboxes, should be left to a CITROËN dealer.grey in the diagrams), lthe dia
Fuses under the bonnet
Fusebox
To access the fusebox located in the engine compartment, remove the battery cover and detach the lid.
After a repair, take care to reclose the cover.
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Starting the engine with an assisting battery
If the battery is discharged, it is possible to use either a separate emergency battery or a battery on another vehicle.A. Dischargedbattery (Under the bonnet)B. Assisting battery
C h e c k t h a t t h e a s s i s t i n g b a t t e r y h a s s u f fi c i e n t v o l t a g e ( 1 2 V ) .
If you use the battery on another vehicle, stop the engine on the latter. The two vehicles must not come into direct contact with each other.
Connect the cables according to the order indicated in the diagram. orderCheck that the leads are well secured (risk of sparks).
Start the engine of the assisting vehicle. Let the engine run for around 1 minute at a slightly accelerated idle.
Operate the starter on the vehicle being assisted.Note: For any operation necessitating a disconnection of the bat-tery, you must wait 3 minutes after switching the ignition off, taking no action which will prevent the vehicle's electrical system from g oing to sleep (such as operating the doors and tailgate, pressing the buttons on the remote control, etc.).
N e v e r a p p r o a c h w i t h a fl a m e o r c r e a t e s p a r k s i n t h e v i c i n i t y of the battery (explosive gas).
The battery contains dilute sulphuric acid which is highly corrosive.
When handling batteries, always protect your face a nd especially your eyes.
In the event of any contact with the skin, rinse immediatel y with copious amounts of fresh water.
Advice
Do not touch the leads during the operation.
Do not lean over the batteries.
Disconnect the cables in reverse order, making sure they do not touch together.
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HEADLAMP UNIT1. Dipped beams2. Main beams3. Sidelamps4. The direction indicator warn-ing lampsNote: A light misting may appear on the headlamp surface in certain conditions of use.
Note: To change the bulbs in the LH headlamp lens:Remove the battery cover.
Detach the fusebox cover.