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Parking assistance
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FRONT AND/OR REAR
PARKING ASSISTANCE
I f fi t t e d o n y o u r v e h i c l e , t h e s y s t e m i s
audible and/or visual and consists of
four proximity sensors, located in the
f r o n t a n d / o r r e a r b u m p e r . T h e s e n s o r s
detect any obstacle which enters
t h e fi e l d : p e r s o n , v e h i c l e , t r e e , g a t e ,
located in front of or behind the vehicle
d u r i n g t h e m a n o e u v r e .
Objects the size or thickness of which
is detected at the beginning of the
manoeuvre, may no longer be detected
at the end of the manoeuvre: due to
blind spots between and below the
s e n s o r s . E x a m p l e s : s t a k e , r o a d w o r k s
c o n e , k e r b s t o n e .
This system does not take the place of
the vigilance and responsibility of the
d r i v e r .
Switching the system on
The system is activated as soon as:
- reverse gear is engaged,
- the speed falls below 6 mph ( 1 0 k m / h ) i n f o r w a r d g e a r .
This is accompanied by an audible
signal and displaying of the vehicle,
d e p e n d i n g o n t h e d i s p l a y .
The proximity information is given by:
- an audible signal, which becomes more rapid as the vehicle
approaches the obstacle,
- a graphic on the display, with blocks which become progressively
c l o s e r t o t h e v e h i c l e .
The obstacle is located in relation to the
emission of the audible signal from the
s p e a k e r s , f r o n t o r r e a r a n d r i g h t o r l e f t .
Switching the system off
Press the button again to re-activate
t h e s y s t e m . T h e i n d i c a t o r l i g h t o n t h e
b u t t o n s w i t c h e s o f f . In bad or wintry weather, ensure
that the sensors are not covered
w i t h m u d , f r o s t o r s n o w .
I n t h i s c a s e ( e . g . s e n s o r s d i r t y ) , w h e n
reverse gear is engaged, the indicator
l i g h t fl a s h e s , a c c o m p a n i e d b y a n a u d i b l e
s i g n a l a n d a m e s s a g e o n t h e d i s p l a y .
C o n s u l t a C I T R O Ë N d e a l e r .
Deactivation Press the button on the fascia
to deactivate the system
( t o a v o i d w a k i n g a c h i l d . . . ) .
The indicator light on the
b u t t o n c o m e s o n .
The system returns to the inactive
status:
- when you exit reverse gear,
- when the speed increases to above
6 mph (10 km/h),
- at the end of the manoeuvre, when the vehicle becomes stationary
( f r o n t p a r k i n g a s s i s t a n c e o n l y ) .
RE-ACTIVATION
When the distance between the vehicle
and the obstacle is less than approximately
thirty centimetres, the audible signal
becomes continuous and the "Danger"
s y m b o l a p p e a r s d e p e n d i n g o n t h e d i s p l a y .
This function will be deactivated
automatically when the vehicle is
towing a trailer or when a bicycle
c a r r i e r i s fi t t e d ( v e h i c l e fi t t e d w i t h
towing attachment or bicycle carrier
r e c o m m e n d e d b y C I T R O Ë N ) .
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Driving safety
4
TRACTION CONTROL (ASR)
AND DYNAMIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESP)
Activation of the ASR and ESP
systems
When the ignition is on, the ASR and
E S P s y s t e m s a r e a l w a y s a c t i v e . Disarming the ASR/ESP systems
In certain conditions (vehicle stuck in
m u d o r s n o w , o r o n l o o s e g r o u n d . . . ) , i t
could prove useful to disarm the ASR
and ESP systems to make the wheels
s p i n a n d r e g a i n g r i p .
- Press the switch, situated under the
steering wheel on the right of the
f a s c i a .
The indicator light comes on
accompanied by a message:
the ESP and ASR systems
no longer act on the engine
operation, but continue to act
o n t h e b r a k e s . Operating check
The ASR/ESP systems offer
increased safety during normal
driving, but should not incite the
driver to take risks or to drive at high
s p e e d .
The operation of these systems is
ensured if the recommendations
of the manufacturer regarding
the wheels (tyres and rims), the
braking components, the electronic
c o m p o n e n t s a n d t h e fi t t i n g a n d r e p a i r
procedures within the CITROËN
n e t w o r k a r e o b s e r v e d .
After an impact, have the system
c h e c k e d b y a C I T R O Ë N d e a l e r .
They engage again:
automatically above 30 mph (50 km/h),
- manually by pressing the switch a g a i n .
Operation of the ASR and
ESP systems
T h e w a r n i n g l i g h t fl a s h e s i f
t h e A S R o r E S P i s a c t i v a t e d .
These systems are linked and
c o m p l e m e n t t h e A B S .
The ASR system optimises drive to
prevent the wheels skidding, by acting
on the brakes of the drive wheels
a n d o n t h e e n g i n e . I t a l s o a l l o w s t h e
directional stability of the vehicle to be
i m p r o v e d o n a c c e l e r a t i o n .
If there is a variation between the
trajectory followed by the vehicle and
that required by the driver, the ESP
system automatically acts on the
engine and the brake of one or more
wheels, in order to put the vehicle back
on course, within the limits of the laws
o f p h y s i c s .
When a malfunction of the
systems occurs, the indicator
light comes on, accompanied
by an audible signal and a
m e s s a g e o n t h e d i s p l a y .
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the
s y s t e m c h e c k e d .
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Driving safety
TYRE UNDER-INFLATION
DETECTION
Sensors check the tyre pressure during
driving, and trigger a warning in the
event of a malfunction (speed greater
t h a n a p p r o x . 1 5 m p h [ 2 5 k m / h ] ) o r
p u n c t u r e .
An outline representing one or more
w h e e l s fl a s h i n g i n d i c a t e s t h e l o c a t i o n
o f t h e w h e e l o r w h e e l s c o n c e r n e d .
Flat tyre
The SERVICE warning light
comes on, accompanied
by the message "Tyre(s)
d e fl a t e d " , an outline on the display,
a n d a n a u d i b l e s i g n a l .
Check the tyre pressure as soon as
p o s s i b l e . If the damaged tyre is temporarily
stored in the boot, it will again emit
this message to remind you of the
n e c e s s i t y o f h a v i n g i t r e p a i r e d . T h i s w i l l
prevent another warning of the same
t y p e b e i n g d i s p l a y e d .
Sensor(s) not detected
The SERVICE warning light
comes on, accompanied
by the message "X tyre
pressure sensor(s) missing" , an
outline on the display and an audible
s i g n a l .
U n d e r - i n fl a t i o n d e t e c t i o n i s a b s e n t
f r o m o n e ( o r s e v e r a l ) t y r e ( s ) . C o n s u l t a
CITROËN dealer to replace the faulty
s e n s o r ( s ) . This message is also displayed
when one of the tyres is away
from the vehicle (being repaired)
or when a wheel without a sensor is
fi t t e d .
All repairs and changing of
t y r e s o n a w h e e l fi t t e d w i t h t h i s
system must be carried out by a
C I T R O Ë N d e a l e r .
T h e t y r e u n d e r - i n fl a t i o n d e t e c t i o n
system is a driving aid which does
not take the place of
the
vigilance or
the responsibility of the driver.
This system does not remove the
need to have the tyre pressure
checked regularly (including the spare
wheel), to ensure that the dynamic
performance of the vehicle remains at
its best and to avoid premature wear
of the tyres, in particular in the case
of arduous driving (heavy load, high
s p e e d ) .
The system may temporarily be
disturbed by radio broadcasts on a
f r e q u e n c y c l o s e t o i t .
Puncture
The STOP warning light
comes on, accompanied
by the message
"Punctured tyre(s)" , an outline on the
d i s p l a y a n d a n a u d i b l e s i g n a l .
Stop immediately, avoiding any sudden
movement of the steering wheel and
t h e b r a k e s .
Change the damaged (punctured or
v e r y d e fl a t e d ) t y r e , a n d h a v e t h e t y r e
p r e s s u r e c h e c k e d a s s o o n a s p o s s i b l e .
Refer to the "Changing a wheel"
s e c t i o n o f c h a p t e r 7 .
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Air bags
4
Side air bags
I f fi t t e d o n y o u r v e h i c l e , t h i s i s a s y s t e m
which protects the driver and front
passenger in the event of a serious
side impact in order to limit the risk of
i n j u r y t o t h e c h e s t .
Each side air bag is incorporated in the
f r o n t s e a t b a c k f r a m e , o n t h e d o o r s i d e . T h e c u r t a i n a i r b a g i n fl a t e s b e t w e e n
the front or rear occupant of the vehicle
a n d t h e w i n d o w s .
Impact detection zones
A. F r o n t i m p a c t z o n e .
B. S i d e i m p a c t z o n e . In the event of a minor impact or
bump on the side of the vehicle or
if the vehicle rolls over, the air bag
m a y n o t b e t r i g g e r e d .
The air bag is not triggered in the event
o f a r e a r o r f r o n t c o l l i s i o n .
Operating fault
Curtain air bags
I f fi t t e d o n y o u r v e h i c l e , t h i s i s a
system which protects the driver and
passengers (with the exception of the
centre seats of rows 2 and 3) in the
event of a serious side impact in order
t o l i m i t t h e r i s k o f h e a d i n j u r i e s .
Each curtain air bag is incorporated
in the pillars and the upper part of the
p a s s e n g e r c o m p a r t m e n t .
Activation
It is triggered unilaterally in the event
of a serious side impact applied to
all or part of the side impact zone
B ,
perpendicular to the longitudinal
centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal
plane and directed from the outside
t o w a r d s t h e i n s i d e o f t h e v e h i c l e .
T h e s i d e a i r b a g i n fl a t e s b e t w e e n t h e
front occupant of the vehicle and the
c o r r e s p o n d i n g d o o r t r i m p a d . Activation
It is triggered at the same time as the
corresponding side air bag in the event
of a serious side impact applied to
all or part of the side impact zone
B ,
perpendicular to the longitudinal
centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal
plane and directed from the outside
t o w a r d s t h e i n s i d e o f t h e v e h i c l e . If this warning light comes
on on the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the
display, consult a CITROËN
dealer to have the system
c h e c k e d . T h e a i r b a g s m a y n o l o n g e r
be triggered in the event of a serious
i m p a c t .
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Checks
CHECKS
6
CHECKS
To check the main levels
and certain components,
in accordance with the
manufacturer's servicing schedule,
refer to the pages of the Maintenance
and Warranty Guide which correspond
to your vehicle's engine.
Only use products recommended
by CITROËN or products
of equivalent quality and
s p e c i fi c a t i o n .
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, CITROËN selects and offers
s p e c i fi c p r o d u c t s .
In order to avoid damaging the
electrical units, high pressure washing
to clean the engine compartment is
strictly prohibited.
Oil filter
C h a n g e t h e fi l t e r r e g u l a r l y , i n
accordance with the servicing
schedule. Refer to the servicing booklet to
fi n d o u t t h e r e p l a c e m e n t i n t e r v a l
for these components.
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 6.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
It is imperative that particle emission
fi l t e r m a i n t e n a n c e i s c a r r i e d o u t b y a
CITROËN dealer.
On acceleration after the vehicle has
been running for a prolonged period
at very low speed or at idle, you may,
in exceptional circumstances, notice
the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust. This water vapour does not
have any adverse effect on vehicle
handling or the environment. 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
d r o p i n t h e b r a k e fl u i d l e v e l i n d i c a t e s
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.
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.
Carbon filter and passenger
compartment filter
T h e c a r b o n fi l t e r p e r m i t s c o n t i n u o u s
a n d e f f e c t i v e fi l t e r i n g o f d u s t .
I f t h e p a s s e n g e r c o m p a r t m e n t fi l t e r
becomes clogged, this may reduce
the performance of the air conditioning
system and generate unpleasant
odours.
We recommend the use of a combined
p a s s e n g e r c o m p a r t m e n t fi l t e r . B y
means of its second special active
fi l t e r , i t c o n t r i b u t e s t o t h e p u r i fi c a t i o n
of the air breathed by the occupants
and to the cleanness of the passenger
compartment (reduction of allergic
symptoms, unpleasant odours and
greasy deposits).
Manual gearbox
Have the level checked in accordance
with the manufacturer's servicing
schedule.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Changing a bulb
CHANGING A BULB
Handle the bulbs with a dry cloth.
Make access easier on the right-
hand side by removing the wash-wipe
p i p e a n d t h e f u s e b o x c o v e r .
High pressure washing: when using
this type of washing on stubborn dirt,
do not persist on the headlamps, the
lights and their surrounds to avoid
damaging their coating and their seal. 2 - Main beam headlamps
H 7 - 5 5 W o r x e n o n b u l b .
- Turn the protective cover
corresponding to the faulty bulb
a quarter of a turn to the left and
remove it.
- Disconnect the connector.
- Press the end of the securing clip to free it. Change the bulb.
W h e n fi t t i n g t h e n e w b u l b , e n s u r e t h a t
the direction notches are positioned
c o r r e c t l y a n d t h e s e c u r i n g c l i p i s fi x e d
properly.
- Reconnect the connector.
- R e fi t t h e p r o t e c t i v e c o v e r , t h e n t u r n it a quarter of a turn to the right.
3 - Fog lamps
H1-55 W.
FRONT LIGHTS
1. Dipped headlamps
2. Main beam headlamps
3. Fog lamps
4. Side lights
5. Direction indicators 1 - Dipped beam headlamps
H 7 - 5 5 W o r x e n o n b u l b .
4 - Side lights
W 5 W.
- Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a
turn to the left and remove it.
- Change the bulb.
WARNING: RISK OF
ELECTROCUTION
Xenon bulbs must be changed by a
CITROËN dealer.
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Changing a fuse
CHANGING A FUSE
T h e f u s e b o x e s a r e l o c a t e d i n :
- the instrument panel lower glove b o x ( r i g h t - h a n d s i d e ) ,
- the battery compartment ( r i g h t - h a n d s i d e fl o o r ) ,
- the engine compartment.
The spare fuses and special pliers A
a r e fi x e d t o t h e i n s i d e o f t h e l i d o f t h e
i n s t r u m e n t p a n e l f u s e b o x . Before changing a fuse you must
establish the cause of the fault and
have it corrected. The fuse numbers
a r e i n d i c a t e d o n t h e f u s e b o x .
- Use the special pliers
A .
Always change a faulty fuse for one
of the same rating. Removing and changing a fuse
CITROËN will not accept responsibility
for the cost incurred in repairing
your vehicle or for rectifying the
malfunctions resulting from the
installation of accessories not supplied
and not recommended by CITROËN
and not installed in accordance with
its instructions, in particular when
the combined consumption of all of
the additional equipment connected
e x c e e d s 1 0 m i l l i a m p e r e s .
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Changing a fuse
INSTRUMENT PANEL FUSES
- O p e n t h e l o w e r g l o v e b o x o n t h e r i g h t - h a n d s i d e .
- Pull the handle to open the cover and access the fuses.
N°
Rating
(Amps)
Functions
1 15 Rear wiper.
2 - Not used.
3 5 Air bag control unit.
4 10 Steering wheel angle sensor, Diagnostic socket, ESP sensor, Manu
al air conditioning,
C l u t c h s w i t c h , H e a d l a m p b e a m h e i g h t , P a r t i c l e e m i s s i o n fi l t e r p u m p ,
Electrochromatic interior mirror.
5 30 Electric mirrors, Electric window motor.
6 30 Front electric windows supply, Sunroof row 1.
7 5 C o u r t e s y l i g h t s , G l o v e b o x l i g h t , C o u r t e s y m i r r o r l i g h t s .
8 20 Multifunction display, Anti-theft alarm siren, Audio equipmen
t, Compact disc changer,
A u d i o / t e l e p h o n e , T r a i l e r f u s e b o x , D i e s e l a d d i t i v e c o n t r o l u n i t ,
T y r e u n d e r - i n fl a t i o n d e t e c t i o n c o n t r o l u n i t , S l i d i n g d o o r s m o d u l e c o n t r o l u n i t .
9 30 Lighter.
10 15 S t e e r i n g w h e e l s w i t c h i n g , T r a i l e r f u s e b o x .
11 15 D i a g n o s t i c s o c k e t , I g n i t i o n s w i t c h , A u t o m a t i c g e a r b o x .
12 15 Driver's seat memory unit, Passenger's electric seat, Air bag control un
it,
Parking assistance control unit, Sliding side door buttons, Hand s-free kit.
13 5 E n g i n e f u s e b o x , T r a i l e r f u s e b o x .
14 15 Rain sensor, Automatic air conditioning, Instrument panel, Su
nroofs,
Odometer warning lights unit, Audio-telematics control.
15 30 Locking/unlocking/deadlocking of the accesses.
16 - Not used.
17 40 Heated rear screen.