2008 Citroen C6 DAG Owner's Manual

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These actions bring up the information "OFF" in the instrument panel.
Adjustment of the memorised speed while cruise control is in operation
To adjust the memorised speed, displayed in zone A, press:Button 3 to increase the speed or
Button 4 to decrease the speed.
Remark: Successive presses will allow to modify the speed in steps of 1 km / h (1 mph) and a continuous press in steps of 5 km / h (3 mph).
Deactivation of cruise control with memorised speed
You can deactivate cruise control:Either by pressing the brake pedal or the clutch pedal.
Or by the ESP or ASR systems being active.
Or by pressing button 2.Note: Cruise control is deactivated if the gear lever is in neutral (position N).

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SELECTION OF THE SPEED LIMITER
To select the speed limiter, press on button 1 to display in zone A of your instrument panel the symbol B for the speed limiter.
The last speed memorised is also displayed.
TO ADJUST THE MAXIMUM SPEED
Provided the engine is running, you can select your maximum speed, with short or long presses on:Button 3 to increase the speed or
Button 4 to decrease the speed.
Remark:
Successive presses will allow to modify the speed in steps of 1 km / h (1 mph) and a continuous press in steps of 5 km / h (3 mph).
ACTIVATION OF THE MAXIMUM SPEED
When the desired maximum speed is displayed, press button 2 to activate the speed limiter.

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DEACTIVATION
To deactivate the maximum speed, press button 2.
The information "OFF" will appear in the instrument panel.
This action does not cancel the memorised speed, which remains displayed in the instrument panel.
TEMPORARY OVERRIDE OF THE MAXIMUM SPEED
The accelerator pedal has a switch at the end of its travel. By pressing the pedal hard down to activate this switch at any time you can go faster than the memorised maximum speed.
During the time the limit speed is being exceeded, the disp layed speed fl ashes.
You have only to release the accelerator pedal to return belo w the maximum speed, to restore the function.Note: If during speed limitation the system cannot keep to the maximu m speed (especially on a steep descent or if you accelerate too hard), the speed fl ashes. Adapt your speed as necessary.
The function will re-engage when your speed has returned below the desired maximum.
TO CANCEL THE FUNCTIONGive a long press on button 1.
Or stop the engine.
The speed that you chose is memorised. The information disappea rs from the instrument panel.
If there is a malfunction, the memorised speed will fl ash and the warning lamp "OFF" will come on permanently in the display.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.

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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
The ESP system offers increased driving safety but is not in place to encourage the driver to take addi-tional 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.repair procedures approved by repair procedures approved by
After any collision, have this system checked by a CITROËN dealer.After any collision, have this system After any collision, have this system
ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAMME (ESP) AND TRACTION CONTROL (ASR)
These systems are closely associated with ABS and additional to it. In the event of a loss of control of the vehicle by the driver, the ESP system acts automatically on one or more wheels and also on the engine to bring the vehicle back on trajectory. The ASR system optimises traction and prevents wheel spin by acting on the brakes of the driving wheels as well as on the engine. It also improves steering stability during acceleration.
OPERATION
When either the ESP or the ASR system is brought into operation the warning lamp "ESP/ASR" fl ashes.
DEACTIVATION
In exceptional conditions (vehicle stuck in snow, soft ground, e tc.) it may prove useful to deactivate the ESP/ASR systems to allow the wheels to spin and thus regain traction.
Press on button A, the "ESP/ASR" warning lamp, as well as the lamp on the button A, light up. The ESP/ASR systems are no longer active.
The ESP/ASR systems will activate again:Automatically after the ignition has been switched off.Automatically when you drive at above approx. 50 km/h (approx. 30 mph).
Manually with another press on button A.
OPERATIONAL ANOMALY
Should there be a system malfunction, the "ESP/ASR" warning lamp will light up.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the system checked.

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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. In both cases, the normal braking system remains effi cient, exactly a s on a vehicle without ABS. However, in order 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 functioning of the ABS to be restored, the vehicle should be examined as for the security associated with the correct functioning of the ABS to be restored, the vehicle should be examined as
On roads with poor adherence (chippings, snow, ice etc.), it is always imperative to drive with prudence.
SYSTEM OF EMERGENCY BRAKING ASSISTANCE
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.
If the Electronic Parking Brake is off, the lighting of this wa rning lamp in conjunction with the STOP warning lamp indicates that the brake fl uid level is low or that the braking distributor is mal-functioning. It is essential to stop the vehicle. Contact a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible. warning lamp indicates that the brake fl uid level is low o r that the braking distributor is mal- warning lamp indicates that the brake fl uid level is low or that the braking distributor is mal-

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OPERATION
To park
With the vehicle stationary, operate the parking brake by pulling then releasing the control A.Note:In all circumstances with an automatic gearbox, select the Park position P.
On steep gradients, turn the steering towards the pavement.It is not possible to release the electric parking brake if the key is removed or in position S.

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UNLOCKING IN EMERGENCY
In the event of a malfunctioning of the electric parking brake or a bat-tery failure, provided your gear-box is not on Park position (P) with an automatic gearbox, or a gear is engaged with a manual gearbox:1. Open the lower compartment in the central armrest by actioning the control B.
E L E C T R I C P A R K I N G B R A K E
5. Make sure that you position the strap back in its location D. Otherwise, applyng the brake will not be possible after fi ve attempts.Contact a CITROËN dealer.
This strap cannot apply the parking brake. To re-apply the electric parking brake (after fi rst resolving the malfunction or the battery failure), pull then release the control A. The time for applying the brake subsequent to the emergency unlocking will be longer.
Note: During the emer-gency unlocking, the warn-ing lamp for the electric parking brake will light up in the instrument panel.
2. Detach the CD storage section by pulling on the tabs C.3. Disengage the strap from its location D.4. Pull the strap to unlock the brake. A loud click confi rms that the brake is unlocked.
Note: It is essential to make sure that the parking brake warning lamp does indeed light up in the instrument panel.
Remark: Presence of the diagnostic socket
Take care not to place dusty or damp items close to the socket E, which is vital to the maintenance operations on your vehicle.

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S P E E D - S E N S I T I V E R E A R S P O I L E R
( D E F L E C T O R )
The Piloted Defl ector enhances the aerodynamics and the braking of your vehicle.
AUTOMATIC DEPLOYMENT
Two deployment stages are pos-sible:The fi rst deployment stage is from around 65 km / h (40 mph). This prevails as long as the speed remains above approx.25 km / h (16 mph); below this speed, the Piloted Defl ector retracts completely.
The second deployment stage is from around 125 km / h (78 mph). This prevails as long as the speed remains above approx.105 km / h (65 mph); below this speed, the Piloted Defl ector returns to the fi rst) deployment stage.