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D R I V I N G
Manual operation
Position of the selector for manual
gear changing.
Move the selector to po-
sition M .
Pull the lever " + " to change up a
gear.
Pull the lever " - " to change down
a gear.
- If the vehicle stops or reduces speed (for example when ap-
proaching a stop sign), the gear-
box changes down automatically
t o fi r s t g e a r .
- In sequential mode, it is not nec- essary to release the accelerator
during gear changes.
- A request to change gear is ac- cepted only if the engine speed
permits it. - For safety reasons, depending
on the engine speed, a change
up or down may be performed
automatically.
- It is possible at any time to move from position D (driving in auto-
matic mode) to position M (driv-
ing in sequential mode) or vice
versa.
T h e fl a s h i n g o f t h e w a r n -
ing lamp for the position
requested signals that this
position is not yet obtained.
I f t h e w a r n i n g l a m p i s o n fi x e d , t h e
p o s i t i o n i s c o n fi r m e d .
Display of a dash in the rev counter
indicates a malfunction. Consult a
CITROËN dealer.
Lighting of the service warning
lamp accompanied by a message
and a sound signal indicates a
f u n c t i o n i n g a n o m a l y . I n t h i s c a s e :
- a marked snatching may be felt when selecting R for reverse
gear,
- the gearbox is locked on a gear,
- do not exceed a speed of 100 km/h (approx. 60 mph).
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
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SPEED LIMITER
System which prevents the vehi-
cle from exceeding the speed pro-
grammed by the driver.
Once the limit speed has been
reached, the accelerator pedal no
longer has any effect.
The speed limiter is switched
o n m a n u a l l y : a s p e e d o f a t l e a s t
30 km/h (around 20 mph) must be
programmed.
The speed limiter controls are locat-
ed on the left-hand side of the steer-
ing wheel. The programmed information is
grouped together in zone
A of the
instrument panel display.
Steering wheel controls Displays on the instrument
panel
Programming
Rotate the control
1 to the "LIM" po-
sition. With the engine running, you can
adjust the memorised maximum
speed, by means of short or long
p r e s s e s o n :
button 4 to increase the memo-
rised maximum speed,
button 2 to decrease the memo-
rised maximum speed.
Successive presses will modify the
maximum speed in steps of 1 mph
and a sustained press in steps of
3 mph.
Activation
When the desired maximum speed
is displayed, press button 3 so that
the limitation is activated.
On selection of the
function, the previous
memorised speed and
the information "OFF"
are displayed on the
instrument panel. The information
"OFF"
then disappears from
the instrument panel
display.
While the function is active, press-
ing the accelerator pedal will not en-
able the programmed speed to be
exceeded, except if you press the
pedal hard down to beyond the end-
of-travel switch.
The speed of your vehicle may vary
slightly in relation to that memo-
rised.
The speed limiter cannot, in any circum-
stances, take the place of the observ-
ance of speed limits or of the vigilance
and responsibility of the driver.
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Deactivation
Press on button 3 .
This action causes the
information "OFF" to
appear on the instru-
ment panel display.
This action does not cancel the
memorised maximum speed which
remains displayed in zone A of the
instrument panel.
Override of the programmed
speed
The accelerator pedal is equipped
with an end-of-travel switch. If you
action this switch by pressing the
pedal hard down, you can exceed
the memorised maximum speed at
any time.
During the time the speed is be-
ing exceeded, the displayed speed
fl a s h e s .
You have only to release the ac-
celerator pedal to return below the
maximum speed and render the
function active again. Return to normal driving
By moving the control 1 from po-
sition "LIM" to position 0 .
By the engine stopping.
The speed previously chosen is still
memorised. Operating fault
If there is a speed limiter malfunc-
tion, a message will display accom-
panied by an audible signal and
lighting of the service warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.
If during the operation of the speed
limiter, the system is unable to
keep within the maximum speed
(for example on a steep descent or
under heavy acceleration) then the
s p e e d fl a s h e s . A d a p t y o u r s p e e d a s
necessary.
The function will re-engage when
your speed returns below the de-
sired maximum speed.
On a steep downhill gradi-
ent or on sharp accelera-
tion, the speed limiter will
not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed
speed.
U s e o f fl o o r m a t s t h a t a r e n o t a p -
proved by CITROËN may hinder
access to the accelerator pedal
and thus interfere with the function-
ing of the speed limiter.
To avoid any risk of interfering with
t h e p e d a l s :
- c h e c k t h a t t h e fl o o r m a t i s c o r - rectly positioned,
- n e v e r u s e m o r e t h a n o n e fl o o r mat.
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Reactivation
By recall of the memorised
speed
After a disengagement, press on button 3 . Your vehicle automati-
cally returns to the memorised
cruise speed which is displayed
in zone A .
If the memorised cruise speed is higher than the current speed,
the vehicle will accelerate to
reach the former.
By selection of the current
speed
Press on button 2 or 4 once the
desired speed has been reached.
The information "OFF" will then
disappear from the instrument
panel display.
Overriding the programmed
speed
During the operation of cruise con-
trol, it is always possible to use the
accelerator to go faster than the
cruise speed (for example to over-
take another vehicle). The speed
displayed in zone A fl a s h e s .
You have only to release the accel-
erator pedal to return to the cruise
speed. If during the operation of cruise
control, the system is unable to
keep within the memorised speed
(for example on a steep descent),
t h e n t h e s p e e d fl a s h e s . A d a p t y o u r
speed as necessary.
Return to normal driving Operating fault
If there is a malfunction, a mes-
sage will display accompanied by
an audible signal and lighting of the
service warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.
Cruise control should only
be used when the driving
conditions allow you to drive
at a constant speed.
D o n o t u s e i t i n h e a v y t r a f fi c , o r o n
dangerous or slippery roads.
The driver must remain attentive
and in full control of his vehicle.
You are recommended to keep your
feet within range of the pedals.
To avoid any risk of interfering with
t h e p e d a l s :
- c h e c k t h a t t h e fl o o r m a t i s c o r - rectly positioned,
- n e v e r u s e m o r e t h a n o n e fl o o r mat.
By an action on the control 1 from
position "REG" to position 0 .
By the engine stopping.
The cruise speed previously chosen is no longer memorised.
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C H E C K S
BONNET
Protects the components of the
engine and provides access for
checking levels.
Opening
Push the exterior control B to the
left and raise the bonnet.
Unclip the strut C from its housing.
Fix the strut in the notch to hold
the bonnet open. Closing
Take the strut out of the support
notch.
Clip the strut in its housing.
Lower the bonnet then slam it
fi r m l y a t t h e e n d o f i t s t r a v e l .
Pull on the bonnet to check that
it is secured correctly.
The location of the interior control
prevents opening of the bonnet
while the driver's door is closed.
This operation must only be carried
out when the vehicle is stationary.
Avoid opening the bonnet in strong
winds.
Open the driver's door.
Pull the interior control A , located
at the bottom of the door frame.
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C H E C K S
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL (DIESEL)
HDi 138 engine
Detach the protective cover for ac-
cess to the priming pump. HDi 110 engine
Detach the protective cover for ac-
cess to the priming pump. Priming the fuel circuit
In the event of running out of fuel:
a f t e r fi l l i n g ( m i n i m u m 5 l i t r e s ) ,
squeeze the manual priming
pump repeatedly, until some re-
sistance is felt,
then operate the starter, gently
pressing the accelerator until the
engine starts.
I f t h e e n g i n e f a i l s t o s t a r t a t t h e fi r s t
attempt, wait 15 seconds before
trying again.
If the engine fails to start after a few
attempts, repeat the procedure from
the beginning. When the engine is
idling, accelerate gently to complete
the purge of the circuit.
HDi engines are of a highly
technical nature.
All maintenance and re-
p a i r s r e q u i r e s p e c i fi c q u a l i fi c a t i o n s
which only your CITROËN dealer
can guarantee.
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C H E C K S
PETROL ENGINES
T h e c o v e r s a n d c a p s a l l o w y o u a c c e s s f o r c h e c k i n g t h e l e v e l o f t h e v a r i o u s fl u i d s a n d f o r r e p l a c i n g c e r t a i n c o m p o n e n t s .
1. Screenwash and headlamp
wash reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3. B r a k e fl u i d r e s e r v o i r .
4. Battery/Fuses.
5. Fuse box.
6. Engine oil dipstick.
7. E n g i n e o i l fi l l e r c a p .
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C H E C K S * According to engine.
DIESEL ENGINES
T h e c o v e r s a n d c a p s a l l o w y o u a c c e s s f o r c h e c k i n g t h e l e v e l o f t h e v a r i o u s fl u i d s , f o r r e p l a c i n g c e r t a i n c o m p o n e n t s a n d
for repriming the fuel.
1. Screenwash and headlamp
wash reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank
3. B r a k e fl u i d r e s e r v o i r .
4. Battery/Fuses.
5. Fuse box.
6. Engine oil dipstick.
7. E n g i n e o i l fi l l e r c a p .
8. Priming pump * .
9. Degas screw * . As the diesel circuit is pres-
surised, any work on this
circuit is prohibited.