2009 Citroen C4 Warning lamps
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Indicator and warning lamps
When the ignition is switched on
The warning lamps come on for a
few seconds when the vehicle's igni-
tion is switched on.
When the engine is started, these
warning lamps should switch off.
If they remain on, before moving off,
consult information on the warning
lamp concerned. Associated warnings
The switching on of certain warning
lamps may be accompanied by an
audible signal and a message on
the multifunction screen.
The warning lamps may come on
c o n t i n u o u s l y o r fl a s h .
Certain warning lamps may come
on in two different modes. Only by
relating the type of lighting to the
operation of the vehicle can it be
ascertained whether the situation
is normal or whether a fault has
occurred. Operation indicator lamps
If one of the following indicator lamps
c o m e s o n , t h i s c o n fi r m s t h a t t h e c o r r e -
sponding system has come into operation.
Front fog-lamps.
Left-hand direction
indicator.
Sidelamps.
Main beam headlamps.
Dipped headlamps.
Right-hand direction
indicator.
Rear foglamp.
Visual indicators informing the driver
that a system is in operation (opera-
tion or deactivation indicator lamps) or
of the occurrence of a fault (warning
lamp).
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"Foot on brake" T h e fl a s h i n g o f t h i s w a r n i n g
lamp on the display informs
you that you need to press
the brake pedal in order to
be able to start the engine on a ve-
hicle with the (6-speed) Electronic
Gearbox System, or to move out of
position P in the case of an automatic
gearbox.
I t m a y a l s o fl a s h t o p r o m p t y o u t o
brake when engaging reverse gear.
In the case of the Electronic Gearbox
S y s t e m , t h i s w a r n i n g l a m p fl a s h e s t o
indicate overheating of the clutch if
you use the accelerator excessively
to hold the vehicle on an uphill slope.
Use the brake pedal instead.
Electric child lock
If lit, the child lock is activa ted.
This warning lamp is displayed
a few seconds after the func-
tion is activated. Deactivation warning lamps
If one of the following warning lamps
c o m e s o n , t h i s c o n fi r m s t h a t t h e
corresponding system has been
switched off intentionally.
Passenger's air bag system
deactivation
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) deactivation
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A s p e c i fi c b u t t o n , l o c a t e d o n t h e
dashboard, permits deactivation of
t h e s y s t e m . T h i s i s c o n fi r m e d b y
continuous lighting of this warning
lamp and of the indicator lamp on
the button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically. Warning lamps
Diesel engine pre-heating
Wait until this has gone out
before operating the starter.
The passenger's air bag system is put into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A s p e c i fi c c o n t r o l , l o c a t e d i n t h e g l o v e
box, permits deactivation of the system.
T h i s i s c o n fi r m e d b y c o n t i n u o u s l i g h t i n g
of this warning lamp on the instrument
panel or a message on the NaviDrive
multifunction screen.
When the engine is running or the
vehicle is moving, the lighting of
one of the following warning lamps
indicates the occurrence of a fault
requiring action on the part of the
driver.
Any fault resulting in the displaying of
a warning lamp must be investigated
further by reading the associated mes-
sage on the multifunction screen.
Should you encounter any problems,
do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN
dealer.
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I N S T R U M E N T S a n d C O N T R O L S
Indicator and warning lamps
When the ignition is switched on
The warning lamps come on for a
few seconds when the vehicle's igni-
tion is switched on.
When the engine is started, these
warning lamps should switch off.
If they remain on, before moving off,
consult information on the warning
lamp concerned. Associated warnings
The switching on of certain warning
lamps may be accompanied by an
audible signal and a message on
the multifunction screen.
The warning lamps may come on
c o n t i n u o u s l y o r fl a s h .
Certain warning lamps may come
on in two different modes. Only by
relating the type of lighting to the
operation of the vehicle can it be
ascertained whether the situation
is normal or whether a fault has
occurred. Operation indicator lamps
If one of the following indicator lamps
c o m e s o n , t h i s c o n fi r m s t h a t t h e c o r r e -
sponding system has come into operation.
Front fog-lamps.
Left-hand direction
indicator.
Sidelamps.
Main beam headlamps.
Dipped headlamps.
Right-hand direction
indicator.
Rear foglamp.
Visual indicators informing the driver
that a system is in operation (opera-
tion or deactivation indicator lamps) or
of the occurrence of a fault (warning
lamp).
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"Foot on brake" T h e fl a s h i n g o f t h i s w a r n i n g
lamp on the display informs
you that you need to press
the brake pedal in order to
be able to start the engine on a ve-
hicle with the (6-speed) Electronic
Gearbox System, or to move out of
position P in the case of an automatic
gearbox.
I t m a y a l s o fl a s h t o p r o m p t y o u t o
brake when engaging reverse gear.
In the case of the Electronic Gearbox
S y s t e m , t h i s w a r n i n g l a m p fl a s h e s t o
indicate overheating of the clutch if
you use the accelerator excessively
to hold the vehicle on an uphill slope.
Use the brake pedal instead.
Electric child lock
If lit, the child lock is activa ted.
This warning lamp is displayed
a few seconds after the func-
tion is activated. Deactivation warning lamps
If one of the following warning lamps
c o m e s o n , t h i s c o n fi r m s t h a t t h e
corresponding system has been
switched off intentionally.
Passenger's air bag system
deactivation
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) deactivation
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A s p e c i fi c b u t t o n , l o c a t e d o n t h e
dashboard, permits deactivation of
t h e s y s t e m . T h i s i s c o n fi r m e d b y
continuous lighting of this warning
lamp and of the indicator lamp on
the button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically. Warning lamps
Diesel engine pre-heating
Wait until this has gone out
before operating the starter.
The passenger's air bag system is put into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A s p e c i fi c c o n t r o l , l o c a t e d i n t h e g l o v e
box, permits deactivation of the system.
T h i s i s c o n fi r m e d b y c o n t i n u o u s l i g h t i n g
of this warning lamp on the instrument
panel or a message on the NaviDrive
multifunction screen.
When the engine is running or the
vehicle is moving, the lighting of
one of the following warning lamps
indicates the occurrence of a fault
requiring action on the part of the
driver.
Any fault resulting in the displaying of
a warning lamp must be investigated
further by reading the associated mes-
sage on the multifunction screen.
Should you encounter any problems,
do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN
dealer.
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"Foot on brake" T h e fl a s h i n g o f t h i s w a r n i n g
lamp on the display informs
you that you need to press
the brake pedal in order to
be able to start the engine on a ve-
hicle with the (6-speed) Electronic
Gearbox System, or to move out of
position P in the case of an automatic
gearbox.
I t m a y a l s o fl a s h t o p r o m p t y o u t o
brake when engaging reverse gear.
In the case of the Electronic Gearbox
S y s t e m , t h i s w a r n i n g l a m p fl a s h e s t o
indicate overheating of the clutch if
you use the accelerator excessively
to hold the vehicle on an uphill slope.
Use the brake pedal instead.
Electric child lock
If lit, the child lock is activa ted.
This warning lamp is displayed
a few seconds after the func-
tion is activated. Deactivation warning lamps
If one of the following warning lamps
c o m e s o n , t h i s c o n fi r m s t h a t t h e
corresponding system has been
switched off intentionally.
Passenger's air bag system
deactivation
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) deactivation
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A s p e c i fi c b u t t o n , l o c a t e d o n t h e
dashboard, permits deactivation of
t h e s y s t e m . T h i s i s c o n fi r m e d b y
continuous lighting of this warning
lamp and of the indicator lamp on
the button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically. Warning lamps
Diesel engine pre-heating
Wait until this has gone out
before operating the starter.
The passenger's air bag system is put into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A s p e c i fi c c o n t r o l , l o c a t e d i n t h e g l o v e
box, permits deactivation of the system.
T h i s i s c o n fi r m e d b y c o n t i n u o u s l i g h t i n g
of this warning lamp on the instrument
panel or a message on the NaviDrive
multifunction screen.
When the engine is running or the
vehicle is moving, the lighting of
one of the following warning lamps
indicates the occurrence of a fault
requiring action on the part of the
driver.
Any fault resulting in the displaying of
a warning lamp must be investigated
further by reading the associated mes-
sage on the multifunction screen.
Should you encounter any problems,
do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN
dealer.
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Deadlocking using the key
Turn the key to the right in the
driver’s door lock to lock the ve-
hicle completely and hold it in
this position for more than two
seconds to close the windows
automatically in addition to locking.
Turn the key to the right again
w i t h i n fi v e s e c o n d s t o d e a d l o c k
the vehicle.
D e a d l o c k i n g i s c o n fi r m e d b y fi x e d
lighting of the direction indicators
for approximately two seconds.
According to version, the exterior
mirrors fold at the same time. Deadlocking renders the exterior and
interior door controls inoperative.
It also deactivates the manual central
control button.
Therefore, never leave anyone inside
the vehicle when it is deadlocked.
First press button A to fold the
key.
Locating your vehicle
Press the closed padlock to lo-
cate your locked vehicle in a car
park.
This is indicated by lighting of the
c o u r t e s y l a m p s a n d fl a s h i n g o f t h e d i -
rection indicators for a few seconds. Guide-me-home lighting
A press on button
B operates the
guide-me-home lighting (lighting of
the sidelamps and dipped beams for
approximately one minute).
A second press before the end of the
timing cancels the guide-me-home
lighting.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has a special code. When the ignition is switched on, this code must be recognised in order for starting to be possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks the engine management sys-tem a few minutes after the ignition is switched off and prevents starting of the engine by anyone who does not have the key.
In the event of a mal-
function, you are in-
formed by lighting of
this warning lamp, an
audible signal and a
message on the multi-
function screen.
In this case, your vehicle does not
start; contact a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.
Folding the key
Deadlocking using
the remote control
Press the closed padlock
to lock the vehicle com-
pletely or press the closed
padlock for more than two
seconds to close the win-
dows auto-matically in
addition to locking.
Press the closed padlock again
w i t h i n fi v e s e c o n d s t o d e a d l o c k
the vehicle.
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STARTING
1. "S": Steering lock
To unlock the steering, gently move
the steering wheel while turning the
key, without forcing it.
2. "M": Drive position
Depending on the version of your
vehicle, the orange and red warning
lamps should also come on for a short
time.
3. "D": Starter
Release the key as soon the engine
has started.
I f t h e fi r s t a t t e m p t f a i l s , s w i t c h o f f t h e
ignition. Wait ten seconds then operate
the starter again. Steering lock
1. "
S": After removing the key, turn
the steering wheel to lock the steer-
ing. The key can only be removed in
position S .
2. "M": Ignition switched on, the
steering is unlocked (by turning the
key to position M , move the steering
wheel gently if necessary).
3. "D": Starter position.
Never turn the key to this position
when the engine is running.
Key in ignition buzzer
If you forget to remove the key from
the ignition, a buzzer sounds when
the driver’s door is opened.
DO NOT RUN THE ENGINE IN AN
ENCLOSED SPACE OR WHERE
THERE IS INSUFFICIENT VENTI-
LATION.
IT IS ESSENTIAL ALWAYS TO
KEEP THE ENGINE RUNNING
IN ORDER TO RETAIN BRAKING
AND STEERING ASSISTANCE .
NEVER REMOVE THE IGNITION
KEY BEFORE THE VEHICLE
HAS COME TO A COMPLETE
STOP.
Vehicles equipped with a
turbocharger
Never stop the engine without having
allowed it to run for a few seconds at
idle, this being the time required for
the turbocharger to return to a normal
speed.
Flicking the accelerator at the mo-
ment of switching off the ignition
could cause serious damage.
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A C C E S S
Deadlocking using the key
Turn the key to the right in the
driver’s door lock to lock the ve-
hicle completely and hold it in
this position for more than two
seconds to close the windows
automatically in addition to locking.
Turn the key to the right again
w i t h i n fi v e s e c o n d s t o d e a d l o c k
the vehicle.
D e a d l o c k i n g i s c o n fi r m e d b y fi x e d
lighting of the direction indicators
for approximately two seconds.
According to version, the exterior
mirrors fold at the same time. Deadlocking renders the exterior and
interior door controls inoperative.
It also deactivates the manual central
control button.
Therefore, never leave anyone inside
the vehicle when it is deadlocked.
First press button A to fold the
key.
Locating your vehicle
Press the closed padlock to lo-
cate your locked vehicle in a car
park.
This is indicated by lighting of the
c o u r t e s y l a m p s a n d fl a s h i n g o f t h e d i -
rection indicators for a few seconds. Guide-me-home lighting
A press on button
B operates the
guide-me-home lighting (lighting of
the sidelamps and dipped beams for
approximately one minute).
A second press before the end of the
timing cancels the guide-me-home
lighting.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has a special code. When the ignition is switched on, this code must be recognised in order for starting to be possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks the engine management sys-tem a few minutes after the ignition is switched off and prevents starting of the engine by anyone who does not have the key.
In the event of a mal-
function, you are in-
formed by lighting of
this warning lamp, an
audible signal and a
message on the multi-
function screen.
In this case, your vehicle does not
start; contact a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.
Folding the key
Deadlocking using
the remote control
Press the closed padlock
to lock the vehicle com-
pletely or press the closed
padlock for more than two
seconds to close the win-
dows auto-matically in
addition to locking.
Press the closed padlock again
w i t h i n fi v e s e c o n d s t o d e a d l o c k
the vehicle.