2011.5 Citroen DS4 RHD boot

271Practical information

Charging the battery using
a battery charger

If the battery of your vehicle is flat or prior
to taking the vehicle out of ser vice for an extended period, you can charge the battery
using a battery charger.
For information on the specification of batterychargers compatible with your battery, refer to
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

The Stop & Start battery does not haveto be disconnected for charging.


Reinitialisation after
reconnection
After any reconnection of the battery, switch on
the ignition and wait at least one minute before
starting, to allow time for the initialisation of theelectronic systems.
By referring to the corresponding sections, you should set or initialise the following systems yourself:


- one-touch electric windows,

- time and date,

- audio and navigation system settings.

It is recommended that the battery be disconnected if the vehicle is not be used for more than a month.

Check that no aler t message or warning lamp comes on after switching on the ignition.
However, if minor problems persist after carrying out these operations, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.



Before disconnecting
)Go to the battery. )Check that all of the openings - doors, boot... - are closed but not locked.)Wait at least four minutes after switchingoff the ignition.
Charging
)
Disconnect the (+)terminal. )
Follow the instructions on use provided by
the manufacturer of the charger.) Connect the red cable of the charger to the (+) post of the battery, then the black cable
to the (-) terminal.) Once charging is complete, disconnect thecharger cables in reverse order.
The charging operation must be carried outin a well ventilated area and well away from naked flames and sources of sparks, so as to avoid any risk of explosion and fire. Do not try to charge a frozen battery; the
battery must first be thawed out to avoid any risk of explosion. If the battery hasfrozen, before charging, have it checkedby a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop, who will ensure that the internal components have not been damaged and that the casing is not cracked, which wouldintroduce the risk of a leak of toxic and corrosive acid.

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Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.

The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To
gain access to it: )open the boot, )raise the floor,)secure it by hooking its cord on the hook on
the rear parcel shelf suppor t,
)remove the towing eye from the holder.

Access to the tools
General
recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your country. Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towedvehicle.The driver must stay at the wheel of thetowed vehicle. Driving on motorways and fast roads is prohibited when towing.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited. When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or steering.

In the following cases, you must always callon a professional recovery service:


- vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,

- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or releasethe parking brake,

- towing with only two wheels on the ground,

- where there is no approved towing bar available...

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Accessories A wide range of accessories and genuine par ts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and par ts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.



"Comfort":

door deflectors, side window blinds, rear screen blind, isotherm module, coat hanger fixed to head restraint, mobile reading lamp, mirror for caravan, parking sensors...


"Transport systems":

child seats and booster cushions, boot carpet,
boot liner, boot net, boot spacers, transverse
roof bars, bic
ycle carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes,
towbars, wiring harnesses...
"Styling":
gear lever knobs, aluminium foot rest, alloy wheels, chrome mirror shells, chrome door aperture finishers...
"Security and safety":
anti-intrusion alarm, anti-tilt unit, stolen
vehicle tracking system, child seats and
booster cushions, breathalyser, first aid kit, fire
extinguisher, warning triangle, high visibility
vest, wheel security bolts, snow chains,non-slip covers...
If a towbar and wiring harness are fittedoutside the CITROËN dealer network, the installation must be done followingthe manufacturer's recommendations.
* To avoid an
y risk of jamming the pedals:
- ensure that mats are correctl
y positionedand secured,
- never fit one mat on top of another.

"Protection":

mats *
, seat covers compatible with lateral
airbags, mud flaps, door protective mouldings,
bumper protection strips, vehicle cover...

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Personalisation-
configuration
Defi ne the vehicle parameters
Access to the vehicle
Plip action
Driving position setting
Unlocking boot only
Driving assistance
Parking brake automatic
Rear wipe in reverse gear
S
peeds memorised
Vehicle lighting
Directional headlamps
Daytime lights
Interior lighting
Follow-me-home headlamps
Welcome li
ghting


Choice of language

Displa
y confi guration
Choice of unit
s
Date and time adjustment
Display parameters
Brightness

Choice of sounds


Bluetooth connection
Connections management
Search for a device

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Exterior
- opening/closing
- antitheft protection
- starting
- battery


Lighting controls 124-128
Headlamp adjustment 130
Guide-me-home lighting 127, 128
Welcome lighting 129
Directional lighting systems 131-132
Changing bulbs 256 -260


- front lamps

- front foglamps

- side repeaters Wiper controls
13 3-137
Changing a wiper blade 273

D
oor mirrors 94-95
Blind spot sensors 215 -217

Doors
113-114


- opening/closing

- emergency control
Child lock 169 Electric windows 11 6-117
Alarm 11 0-112
Fuel tank 11 8-120
Misfuel prevention 120 -121
Accessories
279-280
Roof bars 274

Brakin
g a s s i s t a n c e 176 -17 7
Tr ajectory c o nt r o l 17 7-179
Tyre under-inflation detection 174-175
Tyre pressures 248, 289 Boot
115
Te m p o r a ry puncture repair kit 244-248
Changing a wheel 249 -255
- tools- removing/refitting


Chan
ging bulbs 261-263
- rear lamps
-
3
rdbrake lamp
- number plate lamp
Parking sensors 225 -226
Parking space sensors 223 -224
Towbar 277-278
To w i n g 2 7 5 - 2 7 6

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Interior


Boot fittings 15 4 -157


- rear parcel shelf

- hooks

- 12 V socket

- torch

- lashing eyes

- storage compar tment
R
ear seats 92-93
Rear armrest/Ski flap 15 3
ISOFIX mountings 166 -168
Child seats 160-165

Front seats
88-91
Seat belts 179 -182 Airbags 183-18 8

Glove box 145
Deactivatin
g the passenger’s airbag 185
Interior
fittings 144-153
- auxiliary socket/USB por t
- cigarette lighter/12 V socket
- portable ashtray- front armrest
- mats


Panoramic windscreen 12


- blind

- sun visor

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ABS and EBFD systems...............................176Accessories..................................................279Accessory socket, 12 V ........146, 147, 150,156Adjusting headlamps....................................130Adjusting head restraints ................................90Adjusting seat belt height ......................179, 180Adjusting the steering wheel...........................93Airbags, curtain.....................................187, 188Airbags, front.........................................184, 188Airbags, lateral......................................186, 188Air conditioning...............................................34Air conditioning, digital ..............................79,82Air conditioning, manual ...........................79,80Air filter..........................................................r238Air flow............................................................34Air vents ..........................................................78Alarm.............................................................110Anti-lock braking system (ABS)....................176Anti-pinch......................................................116Anti-theft........................................................104Armrest, front........................................149,150Armrest, rear.................................................r153Ashtray, por table...........................................145Assistance call ......................................173,294Audible warning ............................................ 173Audio streaming (Bluetooth)........334, 360, 362Audio system...........................................64, 347Automatic illumination of headlamps....125, 128Automatic operation of hazard warninglamps..........................................................173Automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers....133,134Auxiliary socket ....................................335, 359Auxiliary sockets ...........................................146
Backup starting.............................................269Battery..................................................238, 269Battery, charging...........................................269Battery, remote control.........................106,107Black panel......................................................60Blind spot sensors.........................................215Bluetooth (hands-free)..........................318,361Bluetooth (telephone)....................................318Bonnet...........................................................231Bonnet stay...................................................231Boot...............................................................115Boot lamp..............................................140, 156Brake discs ....................................................240Brake lamps ..................................................261Brake pads ....................................................240Brakes ...........................................................240Braking assistance system...........................176
Capacity, fuel tank ........................................118CD .................................................................354CD MP3................................................355, 356Central locking......................................102,108Centre console..............................................147Changing a bulb....................................256,261Changing a fuse ............................................263Changing a wheel .........................................249Changing a wiper blade ........................136,273Changing the date.................................337, 370
Changing the remote control battery............106Changing the time.................................337,370CHECK......................................................39, 57Checking levels .....................................235,237Checking the engine oil level..........................54Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)........244Checks ................................. 233, 234, 238,240Child lock.......................................................169Children.........................................164, 166-168Child seats ...................................160,163-165Cigar lighter...................................................r146Closing the boot ....................................102, 115Closing the doors ..................................102,113Cold climate screen......................................273Connectors, audio .........................146,357, 359Coolant level.................................................235Courtesy lamps.....................................129, 138Cruise control........................................218,221Cup holder.....................................................r147
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Date (setting).........................................337,370Daytime running lamps.................125,257, 259Deactivating the passenger airbag...............184Deadlocking..................................................103Defrosting ..................................................87, 94
Diesel additive level......................................237Dimensions...................................................288Dipped beam .................................124, 257, 258
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Alphabetical index
Dipstick....................................................54,235Directional lighting................................131, 132Direction indicators.......127,172,257,258,261Doors.............................................................113Doors, rear....................................................r169Doors emergency control .............................114
Door trays...................................................... 144
Dynamic emergency braking................192, 196
EBA(Emergency braking assistance)........ 176,177Eco-driving.....................................................34Eco-driving (advice)........................................34Economical driving .........................................34Economy mode.............................................272Electric window controls ...............................116Electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)............................176Electronic engine immobiliser...............r104, 107Electronic stability control (ESC).................. 177Emergency boot release...............................115Emergency braking system..........................177Emergency call.....................................173, 294Emergency warning lamps...................172, 173eMyWay .................................................68,295Energy economy mode .................................272Engine, Diesel ......................120, 232, 234, 286Engine, petrol ................................ 119,233, 284
Engine compartment............................233,234Engine compartment fusebox.......................263Engine oil level indicator...................r54,57, 235Environment............................................34,107Equipment settings ............................40,64, 68ESC/ASR .......................................................177ESP ............................................................... 177
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G.P.S.............................................................304Gearbox, automatic.............................. 207,239Gearbox, electronic.......................203,212,239Gearbox, manual..................201,202,212,239Gear efficiency indicator...............................r202Gear lever........................................................34Gear lever, automatic gearbox.....................207Gear lever, electronic gearbox system.........203Gear lever, manual gearbox.........................201Glove box......................................................145Guidance ..............................................302, 309Guide-me-home............................................128
Filling with fuel ....................................... 118-120Fitting a wheel ............................................... 252Fitting roof bars.............................................274Fittings, boot.................................................154Flashing indicators................127, 172, 258,259Foglamps, rear..............................r126,261, 263Front foglamps ......................126, 132,257,260Front seats................................................88,89Fuel..................................................34,119, 120Fuel consumption............................................34Fuel filler flap.........................................118, 120Fuel gauge....................................................118Fuel tank................................................118, 120Fusebox, dashboard.....................................263Fuses.............................................................263
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Halogen headlamps......................................257Hands-free kit........................................318,361Hazard warning lamps ..........................172, 173Headlamp adjustment ...................................130Headlamps, directional.................130, 131,257Headlamp wash............................................135Head restraints, front ......................................90Head restraints, rear.......................................r92Heated seats...................................................90Heating......................................................34, 80Height and reach adjustment,steering wheel ..............................................93
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