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READY TO SET OFF
Instruments  and  controls
  
Warning light       is      indicates      Solution - action  
    Water in diesel  
filter   on,  
accompanied by 
a message on the 
display.   that there is water in the diesel  
fuel filter. 
   Have the filter bled by a  CITROËN  dealer. Refe
r to the 
"Checks" section of chapter 7. 
    Low fuel level   on with the 
gauge needle in 
zone E.  that the fuel reserved is being 
used.   Fill up with fuel without delay. The evaluation of
 the fuel 
reserve is a parameter which is sensitive to the st yle of 
driving, the profile of the road, the time elapsed  and the 
distance travelled since the warning light first ca me on. 
    Diesel 
pre-heating 
 on.  that the weather conditions 
impose pre-heating.   Wait for the warning light to switch off before op
erating 
the starter. 
    Side lights   on.   manual selection.   Turn the ring on the lights sta
lk to the first position. 
 automatic switching on of the 
lights, ring in position A.   Adjust the sensitivity of the brightness sensor vi
a the 
MODE menu. Refer to the "Mode" section of chapter 4 . 
    Dipped 
headlamps 
 on.  manual selection.   Turn the ring on the lights sta
lk to the second position. 
 Main beam 
headlamps     pulling of the stalk towards you.   Pull the stalk 
to return to dipped headlamps.  

         Ventilation         
 VENTILATION 
  DE-ICING AND  DEMISTING   
Manual mode   
 Direct the control to this air  
distribution setting. 
 For faster and more effective 
de-icing and demisting of the 
windscreen:    De-icing the rear screen and mirrors 
 Only operates when the engine 
is running. Pressing this button 
activates the rapid demisting-
de-icing of the rear screen and 
mirrors.   
 This function switches off automatically to 
prevent excessive energy consumption. It 
stops when the engine is switched off but 
resumes when the engine is started again.    
 Pressing this button switches the function off.   
   -   increase the air flow setting, 
  -    move the exterior air intake control temporarily to air  
recirculation.  
 Returning to the exterior air 
intake position permits renewal 
of the air in the passenger 
compartment.  
  Windscreen and side windows  
 The ventilation outlets located at the base  
of the windscreen and the side vents for the 
side windows increase the effectiveness of 
the de-icing and demisting. Do not obstruct 
these air outlets.  
 The pollen filter permits continuous and  
effective filtering of dust.    
 The air recirculation (which can be activated  
by the driver or the passenger) isolates the 
passenger compartment from the exterior 
atmosphere. However, this position should 
only be used temporarily, the norm is to 
drive with the control positioned with the 
exterior air intake open.    

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ERGONOMICS AND COMFORT
   Ventilation   
 CORRECT USE OF THE AIR CONDITIONING 
 In order to be effective, the air conditioning  
should only be used with the windows 
closed. However, if the interior temperature 
remains high after a prolonged period parked 
in the sun, do not hesitate to ventilate the 
passenger compartment for a few minutes.  For even air distribution, ensure that the 
exterior air intake grille located at the base 
of the windscreen is not obstructed and that 
the side and central vents, the air outlets on 
the floor and the air extractor at the rear are 
open.    
 The air conditioning is useful in all seasons  
as it eliminates condensation and air 
humidity.   Operate the air conditioning system for 
5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month, 
to keep it in perfect working order.    
 Have the filter elements (air filter and  
passenger compartment filter) replaced 
regularly. If you drive in a dusty environment, 
have them replaced twice as often.    
 It is normal that the condensation created by  
the air conditioning system results in a flow 
of water which may form a puddle under the 
vehicle when parked.  
   If the system does not produce cold air, do  
not use it and contact a  CITROËN  dealer.  
  "Leave them open"  
 For optimum distribution and diffusion of hot  
or cool air in the passenger compartment, 
there are: 4 adjustable central vents, of 
which 2 can be directed sideways (right 
or left) towards the top of the body and 
4 side vents which can be directed towards 
the passengers. The air vents directed 
towards the floor of the vehicle complete the 
equipment.   
 VENTS    

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56a7a
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6c7b
7c
6b
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CHECKS
  DIESEL ENGINES 
   
1.    Windscreen/headlamp wash reservoir. 
  
2.    Fuse box. 
  
3.    Coolant reservoir. 
  
4.    Brake and clutch fluid reservoir. 
  
5.    Air filter.    
6.    Dipstick.    
 
a  
:   2.2 I 100    
 
b  
:   2.2 I 120  
 
c  
:   3.0 I 160 
  
7.    Engine oil filler cap.    
 
a  
:   2.2 I 100    
 
b  
:   2.2 I 120    
 
c  
:   3.0 I 160 
  
8.    Power steering reservoir.    Battery connections:  
 + Positive metal point. 
 - Negative metal point (earth).  
 UNDER THE BONNET 
   Under  the  bonnet     

 CHECKS 
  Air filter and passenger  
compartment filter 
 A clogged passenger compartment filter  
may reduce the performance of the 
air conditioning system and generate 
undesirable odours. The replacement 
intervals for these components are indicated 
in the servicing booklet.  
 Depending on the environment (dusty  
atmosphere...) and the use of the vehicle 
(urban driving...), change them twice as 
often if necessary, refer to the "Under the 
bonnet" section of chapter 7.  
  Manual gearbox 
 Have the level checked in accordance with  
the manufacturer ’s servicing schedule.   To check the main levels and certain 
components, in accordance with the 
manufacturer ’s servicing schedule, refer 
to the pages of the servicing booklet which 
correspond to your vehicle’s engine.  
 Only use products recommended by  
 CITROËN  or products of equivalent quality 
and characteristics.  
 In order to optimise the operation of units as  
important as the braking circuit,  CITROËN  
selects and offers specific products.  
 In order to avoid damaging the electrical  
units, high pressure washing to clean the 
engine compartment is strictly prohibited. 
  Handbrake 
 Where the handbrake travel is too great 
or there is a reduction in the performance 
of the system, the handbrake should be 
adjusted, even between services.  
 Have the system checked by a  CITROËN   
dealer.  
  Bleeding the water contained in  
the diesel filter 
 If this warning light comes on,  
bleed the filter, otherwise bleed 
regularly each time the engine is 
drained.   
 To evacuate the water, unscrew the bleed 
screw or the water in diesel sensor, located 
at the base of the filter. Operate until all 
of the water has been drained out. Then 
tighten the bleed screw or the water sensor.   
 HDi engines use advanced technology. All  
work requires a special qualification which is 
guaranteed by a  CITROËN  dealer.  
  Battery 
 At the start of winter, have your battery 
checked by a  CITROËN  dealer.  
  Brake pads 
 Brake pad wear depends on the style of 
driving, in particular for vehicles which are 
used in town, over short distances. It may 
be necessary to check the thickness of the 
pads, even between services.  
 Unless there is a leak on the circuit, a drop  
in the brake fluid level indicates that the 
brake pads are worn.  
  Brake disc/drum wear status 
 For any information relating to checking 
the brake disc/drum wear status, contact a 
 CITROËN  dealer.  
  Oil filter 
 Change the filter regularly, in accordance 
with the servicing schedule.  
   Checks   
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