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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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a
nti-lock braking system (ABS),
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e
lectronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
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e
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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In extremely severe conditions (deep snow,
mud, ...), if you are unable to move off, it may
be useful to temporarily deactivate these
systems so that the wheels can spin freely and
allow the vehicle to move.
If the indicator lamp in the button comes on, this
indicates that these systems are deactivated.
Reactivation
These systems are reactivated automatically
each time the ignition is switched back on or
from 30 mph (50 km/h).
F
P
ress this button again to reactivate them
manually.
Operating fault
The trajectory control systems offer
increased safety in normal driving, but
this should not encourage the driver to
take extra risks or drive at high speed.
The correct functioning of these
systems is assured provided that
manufacturer's recommendations are
observed on:
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w
heels (tyres and rims),
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b
raking components,
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el
ectronic components,
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a
ssembly and repair procedures.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
The illumination of the indicator
lamps in the instrument panel and
in this button, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message in the
screen, indicates a fault with these
systems.
It is recommended that the systems be
reactivated as soon as possible. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Deactivation
F Press this button, located near the steering
wheel.
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