2011.5 Citroen C4 PICASSO tow

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140
DRIVING

Automatic application,
engine off
With the vehicle stationary, the park-
ing brake is automatically applied
when the engine is switched off.
The application of the parking brake
is confi rmed by:


-
the illumination of warning
lamp P
in control lever A

and in the instrument panel,

Automatic release

The electric parking brake releases
automatically and progressively

when you press the accelerator:


)
Manual gearbox
(fi rst gear or
reverse gear engaged): press
down fully on the clutch pedal
then press on the accelerator
pedal and move off.

)
Automatic gearbox
: accelerate
with the selector in position D
, M

or R
.

)
Electronic gearbox
: accelerate
with the selector in position A
, M

or R
.
Full release of the parking brake is
confi rmed by:


- the warning lamp P
in con-
trol lever A
and in the in-
strument panel going off,

- the display of a message "Parking
brake off" in the multifunction
screen.

When stationary, with the engine
running, do not press the acceler-
ator pedal unnecessarily, as you
may release the parking brake.


Maximum application

If necessary, you can use maximum
application
of the parking brake. It
is obtained by means of a long pull

on control lever A
, until you see the
message "Parking brake on" and an
audible signal is heard.

Maximum application is essential:



- when towing a caravan or a trail-
er, if the automatic functions are
activated but you are applying
the parking brake manually,

- when the gradient you are parked
on is variable in its effect (e.g. on
a ferry, in a lorry, during towing),


- when towing, when loaded or
when parking on a gradient, turn
the front wheels towards the
pavement and engage a gear
when you park,

- after a maximum application, the
release time will be longer.

Before leaving the vehicle,
check that warning lamp P

in the instrument panel is
on fi xed, not fl ashing.
Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle with the ignition on, as they
could release the parking brake.
- the display of a message
"Parking brake on" in the multi-
function screen.

The normal operating sound will con-
fi rm to you the application/release of
the electric parking brake.

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141
DRIVING

To immobilise the vehicle,
engine running
To immobilise the vehicle when sta-
tionary with the engine running, you
must apply the parking brake manu-
ally by pulling
on control lever A
.
The application of the parking brake
is confi rmed by:


- the illumination of warning
lamp P
in control A
and in
the instrument panel,

- the display of a message
"Parking brake on" in the multi-
function screen.
When the driver’s door is opened, a
beep is heard and a message dis-
played if the parking brake has not
been applied.
Before leaving the vehicle,
check that warning lamp P

in the instrument panel is
on fi xed (not fl ashing).


Particular situations

In certain situations (e.g. starting
the engine), the parking brake can
automatically alter its force. This is
normal operation.
To move your vehicle without start-
ing the engine (towing, etc...), but
with the ignition on
, press the brake
pedal and release the parking brake
by pulling
then releasing
control
lever A
.
The full release of the parking brake
is confi rmed by the warning lamp P

(red) in the instrument panel going
off and the display of a message
"Parking brake off" in the multifunc-
tion screen.
If the parking brake malfunctions
while applied or if the battery
runs
fl at, an emergency release remains
possible.


Activation/Deactivation of the
automatic functions *

The automatic application when
the engine is switched off and the
automatic release when you press
the accelerator can be deactivated.
Activation/deactivation is performed
using the confi guration menu of the
multifunction screen. To do so, se-
lect "Vehicle parameters/Comfort/
Automatic handbrake".
The deactivation of these
functions is confi rmed by the
lighting of this warning lamp
in the instrument panel.

* According to country With the automatic functions deacti-
vated, the application and release of
the parking brake are done manually.

IX
157
DRIVING


)
To start the engine, press the
brake pedal and place the gear
lever in position P
.

)
Operate the starter.

)
When the engine is running,
place the gear lever on R
, D
or
M
as required.

)
Check, in the instrument panel,
the position engaged.

)
Release the brake pedal and ac-
celerate.
If the gear lever is not in position P
, a
message "Place automatic gearbox
in position P
" is displayed in the mul-
tifunction screen. It is accompanied
by an audible signal and fl ashing of
P
in the instrument panel.


Moving off
To avoid any difference between the
position of the gear lever and the
true position of the gearbox, always
come out of position P
with the igni-
tion on and your foot on the brake.


)
When this warning lamp
comes on in the instru-
ment panel, press the
brake pedal to disen-
gage the gear lever from
position P
.




Park



)
To select position P, move the
gear lever back to the highest
position (towards R
), then push
it forwards and then to the left.

)
To exit position P
, move the gear
lever to the right and then to the
position you want.

)
Only engage this position when
the vehicle is completely sta-
tionary. In this position, the front
wheels are locked. Make sure
that the gear lever is correctly
positioned.



Reverse gear

Neutral

Only engage this position
when the vehicle is station-
ary. To prevent snatching,
do not accelerate too soon
after selection.
Never select position N
if
the vehicle is moving.

Never select positions P
or
R
unless the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
If, while the vehicle is moving, po-
sition N
is engaged inadvertently,
allow the engine to idle before en-
gaging position D
or M
. This position of the gear le-
ver is used to prevent the
vehicle from moving when
you are stationary.
Foot on the brake

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170
DRIVING






Front parking sensors

In addition to the rear parking sensors,
the front parking sensors are triggered
when an obstacle is detected in front
and the speed of the vehicle is still be-
low 6 mph (10 km/h).
The front parking sensors are inter-
rupted if the vehicle stops for more
than three seconds in forward gear,
if no further obstacles are detected
or when the speed of the vehicle ex-
ceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).
The sound emitted by the speaker
(front or rear) indicates whether the
obstacle is in front or behind.



Deactivation/Activation of the
front and rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated by press-
ing this button. The indicator lamp in
the button comes on.
Pressing this button again reacti-
vates the function. The indicator
lamp in the button goes off.



The function will be deactivated au-
tomatically if a trailer is being towed
or a bicycle carrier is fi tted (vehicle
fi tted with a towbar or bicycle car-
rier recommended by CITROËN).



Operating fault

In the event of a malfunction
of the system, when reverse
gear is engaged this warn-
ing lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel and/or a message
appears in the screen, accompanied
by an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.


In bad weather or in winter, ensure
that the sensors are not covered
with mud, ice or snow. When re-
verse gear is engaged, an audible
signal (long beep) indicates that the
sensors may be dirty.
When the vehicle is moving at a
speed below 6 mph (10 km/h), cer-
tain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trig-
ger the audible signals of the parking
sensor system.

173
CHECKS

PARTNERS IN PERFORMANCE
AND PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT

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prefers

X
175
CHECKS
BLEEDING THE DIESEL FUEL
FILTER

Protective cover


Removal


)
Remove the protective cover by
unclipping fi rst point 1
, then 3

and 4
.

)
Unclip point 2
pulling towards
you, then lift.

Refi tting


)
Clip point 2
fi rst.

)
Lower the cover, centring it.

)
Clip points 1
and 4
, pushing ver-
tically and slightly rearwards.

)
Clip point 3
, pushing vertically.



Bleeding water from the fuel
filter
Bleed the fi lter regularly (at every oil
change).
To evacuate the water, slacken the
bleed screw or the water-in-Diesel
sensor, which is located at the base
of the fi lter.
Persist until water ceases to fl ow
out.
Then retighten the bleed screw or
the water-in-Diesel sensor.

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182
CHECKS















Brake pads

Brake wear depends on
the style of driving, par-
ticularly in the case of ve-
hicles used in town, over
short distances. It may be
necessary to have the condition of
the brakes checked, even between
vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn.







Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no
oil change).






6-speed electronic
gearbox system
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no
oil change).






Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no
oil change).

Brake disc wear

For information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.






















Electric parking brake

This system does not require any
routine servicing. However, in the
event of a problem, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.
For more information, see "Driving -
Electric parking brake - § Operating
faults". Refer to the servicing booklet for the
details of the level checking interval
for this component.
Refer to the servicing booklet for de-
tails of the checking interval for this
component.
Refer to the servicing booklet for de-
tails of the level checking interval for
this component.

XI
186
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
CHANGING A WHEEL

Access to the tools

Depending on equipment, the tools
are to be found either in the com-
partment under the second-row pas-
senger footwells (the compartment
is opened by turning the screw a
quarter turn) or in the well under the
third-row left-hand seat.


1.
Tool for removing the central trim
on alloy wheels *
or

2.
Tool for removing the chrome
covers on the wheel bolts on al-
loy wheels *

3.
Centring guide *

4.
Wheelbrace

5.
Vehicle jack with integral handle

6.
Security bolt socket (located in
the glovebox) ** Switch on your hazard
warning lamps, ensure that
any passengers leave the
vehicle and fi nd a safe place to wait
away from traffi c (e.g. behind crash
barriers or on a grass verge).
Never get underneath the vehicle
if it is supported only by the jack;
use a stand.
The jack and the tools are specifi c
to your vehicle. Do not use for any
other purpose.
Do not to exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) on your spare wheel.
Have the original wheel repaired
and refi tted as soon as possible.
7.
Short extension for C4 Picasso

8.

Long extension for Grand C4 Picasso
(located in the well under the right
hand third row seat)


9.

Two chocks, provided for changing
a wheel or for other uses on the
vehicle (such as releasing the electric
parking brake)

10.
Parking brake release tool (electric
parking brake)

11 .

Removable towing eye

*
With alloy wheels only.

** With security bolts only.