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Lighting dimmerfixed. The lighting dimmer is making an
adjustment. You can adjust the level of illumination of the
instruments between 1 and 16.
Automatic wiping
fixed. The wiper control stalk has been
pushed down.
Automatic front wiping is activated. To deactivate automatic wiping, push the wiper control
stalk down again or put the wiper control stalk in
another position.
Warning
/indicator lampis on Cause Action/Observations
Diesel engine
pre-heating fixed.
When the ignition is switched on
with a key in the ignition switch or a
starting instruction made using the
"START/STOP " button, the engine
temperature makes engine pre-
heating necessary. The period of illumination of the indicator lamp is
determined by the ambient conditions (up to about
thirty seconds in severe winter conditions).
With an ignition switch and key, wait until the indicator
lamp goes off before starting.
With Keyless Entry and Starting, once it goes off,
starting is immediate, on condition that the brake
pedal remains pressed with an automatic gearbox, or
the clutch pedal is pressed fully down with a manual
gearbox.
If the engine does not start, switch the ignition off and
then on, wait until the indicator lamp goes off again,
then start the engine.
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Electric parking brake
Warning lampsStatusCauses Actions / Observations
They are on and
accompanied by
the displaying of the
message "Parking
brake fault" .Manual release of the electric parking
brake is only available by pressing
the accelerator pedal and releasing
the electric parking brake lever.
The hill start assistance is not
available. The automatic functions and manual application are still available.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
They are on and
accompanied by
the displaying of the
message "Parking
brake fault" .The automatic functions are
deactivated.
The hill start assistance is not
available.
The electric parking brake can only be used manually.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or aqualified workshop.
They are on and
accompanied by
the displaying of the
message "Parking
brake fault" .The automatic functions are
deactivated.
The hill start assistance is not
available.
To apply the electric parking brake:
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mmobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition.
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ull the control for at least 5 seconds or until application is
complete.
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witch on the ignition and check the switching on of the electric
parking brake warning lamps.
The application is slower than during normal operation.
To release the electric parking brake:
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witch on the ignition.
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ull the control and hold it for approximately 3 seconds then
release it.
If the braking warning lamp is flashing or if the warning lamps do not
come on with the ignition on, these procedures will not work.
Place the vehicle in a safe condition (on level ground, gear engaged)
and have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Warning lampsStatusCauses Actions / Observations
They are on and
accompanied by
the displaying of the
message "Parking
brake fault" .Only the automatic application
when the engine is switched off and
automatic release on acceleration
functions are available.
Manual application / release of
the electric parking brake and the
emergency braking are not available. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
It is on. A discharged battery no longer
permits use of the electric parking
brake. Stop as soon as the traffic conditions permit.
Place the vehicle in a safe condition (on level ground, gear engaged,
chocks under the wheels).
Apply the electric parking brake before switching off your engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Define the vehicle parameters
- "Driving assistance":● " Parking brake automatic" (Automatic
electric parking brake),
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Rear wipe in reverse gear" (Rear wiper
coupled to reverse gear),
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Speeds memorised" (Memorising
speeds).
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Vehicle lighting":
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Directional headlamps" (Main /
additional directional lighting),
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Interior lighting":
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Follow-me-home headlamps"
(Automatic operation of headlamps after
switching off the ignition),
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Welcome lighting" (Exterior and interior
welcome lighting). For example: setting of the duration of the
"follow-me-home" lighting
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ress the "7" or " 8" buttons, to select the
"Define the vehicle parameters" menu,
then the " OK" button.
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ress the "5" or " 6" buttons to select
the "Interior lighting" line, then the
"OK"


button; then follow the same
procedure to select the "Follow-me-home
headlamps" line.
This menu allows you to activate or deactivate
the following equipment, classified in different
categories.
For more information on any of this equipment,
refer to the corresponding section.
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Access to the vehicle":
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Plip action" (Selective unlocking of the
driver's door),
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Unlocking boot only" (Selective
unlocking of the boot).
"Personalisation-configuration" menu
This menu gives access to the following
functions:
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Define the vehicle parameters",
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Choice of language",
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Display configuration",
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"Driving" menu
The systems with settings that can be adjusted are detailed in the table below.
For more information on one of these functions, refer to the corresponding section.Button Corresponding function Comments
Speed settings Memorisation of speeds for use with the speed limiter or cruise control.
Vehicle settings Access to other functions with settings that can be adjusted. The functions are grouped
together under three tabs:
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"[Driving assistance ]"
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[Automatic parking brake]": activation/deactivation of the electric parking brake
automatic mode,
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[Automatic rear wiper in reverse]": activation/deactivation of rear wiper coupled to
reverse gear.
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"[Lighting ]"
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[Guide-me-home lighting]": activation/deactivation and configuration of the duration of
the automatic guide me home lighting,
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[Welcome lighting]": activation/deactivation of the exterior welcome lighting,
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[Adaptive lighting]": activation/deactivation of the directional lighting or of the static
intersection lighting,
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"[Vehicle access ]"
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[Driver plip action]": activation/deactivation of the selective unlocking of the driver's
d o o r,
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nlock boot only": activation/deactivation of the selective unlocking of the boot.
Select or deselect the tabs at the bottom of the screen to filter the functions required.
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Braking assistance systems
Group of supplementary systems which help
you to obtain optimum braking in complete
safety in emergency situations:
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nti-lock braking system (ABS),
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lectronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
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mergency braking assistance (EBA).Anti-lock braking system and electronic brake force distribution
Linked systems which improve the stability and manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking, in
particular on poor or slippery sur faces.
Activation
The anti-lock braking system comes into
operation automatically when there is a risk of
wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may make itself
felt by slight vibration of the brake pedal. When braking in an emergency, press
very firmly without releasing the
pressure.
Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on,
together with the STOP and ABS
warning lamps, accompanied by an
When replacing wheels (tyres and
rims), ensure that they conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations. If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the screen, it
In either case, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop. indicates a malfunction of the anti-lock braking
system which could result in loss of control of
the vehicle when braking.
audible signal and a message in the screen, it
indicates a malfunction of the electronic brake
force distribution which could result in loss of
control of the vehicle when braking.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
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Emergency braking assistance
System which, in an emergency, enables you
to obtain the optimum braking pressure more
quickly, thus reducing the stopping distance.
Activation
It is triggered by the speed at which the brake
pedal is pressed.
The effect of this is a reduction in the
resistance of the pedal and an increase in
braking efficiency.When braking in an emergency, press
firmly without releasing the pressure.
Trajectory control systems
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
and dynamic stability control
(DSC)
The anti-slip regulation (also known as traction
control) optimises traction to prevent skidding
of the wheels, by acting on the brakes of the
driving wheels and on the engine.
The electronic stability control acts on the brake
of one or more wheels and on the engine to
keep the vehicle on the trajectory required by
the driver, within the limits of the laws of physics.
Activation
These systems are activated automatically
each time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a grip
or trajectory problem. This is indicated by flashing of this
warning lamp in the instrument panel.
Intelligent traction control
system ("Snow motion")
Depending on version, your vehicle has a
system to help driving on snow: intelligent
traction control .
This system detects situations of difficult
sur face grip that could make it difficult to move
off or make progress on deep fresh snow or
compacted snow.
In these situations, the intelligent traction
control limits the amount of wheel spin to
provide the best traction and trajectory control
for your vehicle.
The use of snow tyres is strongly
recommended on sur faces offering low
levels of adhesion.
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Driving recommendations
Observe the driving regulations and remain vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your hands on the wheel so that you are ready to react at
any time to any eventuality.
As a safety precaution, the driver must only carry out actions requiring sustained attention when
the vehicle is stationary.
On a long journey, a break every two hours is strongly recommended.
In difficult weather, drive smoothly, anticipate the need to brake and increase the distance from
other vehicles.Never drive with the parking brake
applied - Risk of overheating and
damage to the braking system!
Risk of fire!
As the exhaust system of your vehicle
is very hot, even several minutes
after switching off the engine, do not
park or leave the engine running over
areas where inflammable substances
and materials are present: grass,
leaves,
etc.
Never leave a vehicle unsupervised
with the engine running. If you have
to leave your vehicle with the engine
running, apply the parking brake
and put the gearbox into neutral or
position


N or P, depending on the type
of gearbox.
Driving on flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage
to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the
electrical systems of your vehicle.
Important!
- check that the depth of water does not exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves
that might be generated by other users,
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eactivate the Stop & Start system,
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rive as slowly as possible without
stalling. In all cases, do not exceed 6 mph
(10
km/h),
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o not stop and do not switch off the
engine.
If you are obliged to drive through water:
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as
circumstances allow, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt on the state of your vehicle, contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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