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Access
Starting the vehicle
)Inser t the key in the ignition switch.
The system recognises the star ting code. )Turn the key fully towards the dashboard toposition 3 (Starting). )When the engine star ts, release the key.
) Immobilise the vehicle. )
Turn the key fully towards you to
position 1 (Stop). )
Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Switching the vehicle off
A heavy object (key fob...), attached to the key and weighing down on its shaft in the ignition switch, could cause amalfunction.
Key left in the "Ignition on"position
On opening the driver's door, an aler t message is displayed, accompaniedby an audible signal, to remind you that the key is still in the ignition switch atposition 1 (Stop).
If the key has been left in the ignitionswitch at position 2 (Ignition on),the ignition will be switched off automatically after one hour. To switch the ignition back on, turn the key to position 1 (Stop)
, then back toposition 2 (Ignition on).
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109Access
This system allows automatic simultaneous locking of the doors and boot as soon as the speed of the vehicle exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).
Anti-intrusion security
Operation
Activation/Deactivation
You can activate or deactivate this function permanently.
)
With the ignition on, press this buttonuntil an audible signal star ts and a corresponding message is displayed. If one of the doors or the boot is open,
the automatic central lockin
g does not takeplace.
This is signalled by the sound of the locks rebounding, accompanied byillumination of this warning lamp in the
instrument panel, an audible signal
and the displa
y of an aler t message.
Carrying long and voluminousobjects If you want to drive with the boot open, you should press the central locking button to lock the the doors. Other wise,
every time the speed of the vehicle exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h), the lockswill rebound and the alerts mentioned above will appear.
In the event of a serious impact with deployment of an airbag, the vehicle's doors unlock automatically to allow theexit of occupants and access for the security services.
Pressin
g the central locking button unlocks
the vehicle.
Above 6 mph (10 km/h), this locking is
temporary. The state o
f the system stays in memory when
switchin
g off the ignition.
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Access
Boot
System allowing the mechanical unlocking of
the boot in the event of a battery or central
locking system malfunction.
Tailgate release
Unlocking
)
Fold back the rear seats to gain access to
the lock from inside the boot. ) Insert a small screwdriver into hole Aof thelock to unlock the tailgate. )
Move the latch to the left.
)After unlocking the boot or the vehicle
using the remote control or the key, press
the openin
g control, then raise the tailgate.
Opening Closing
)
Lower the tailgate using the interior grab
handle. ) If necessary, press down on the tailgate
to fully close it.
-
when the engine is running,
this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by the display of an
aler t message for a few seconds,
- when the vehicle is moving
(speed above6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an audible signal andthe display of an aler t message for a fewseconds.
Locking after closing
If the fault persists after closing again, the boot
w
ill remain locked. If the tail
gate is not closed correctly:
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Fuel tank Capacity of the tank: approximately 60 litres.
Low fuel level
When the low fuel level in the
tank is reached, this warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible warning and the display of an aler t message. When it first comes on, around 6 litres of fuel remain
in the tank.
Until sufficient fuel has been added, every time
the ignition is switched on, this warning lampappears, accompanied by an audible signal and an aler t message. When driving, this audiblesignal and the display of this aler t message are repeated with increasing frequency, as the level
drops towards 0 .
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid
running out.
If you run out of fuel (Diesel), refer also to
"Checks".
Refuelling
)Press control A
until the automatic openingof the fuel flap is heard.
This control remains active for a few
minutes after switching off the ignition.
If necessary, switch the ignition on again
to reactivate it. )Take care to select the pump that delivers
the correct fuel for your vehicle.
With Stop & Star t, never refuel with the system in STOP mode; you must switch off the ignition with the key. Additions of fuel must be of at least
5 litres to be registered by the fuel gauge.
Opening the filler cap may result in an inrush of
air. This vacuum is entirely normal and results from the sealing of the fuel system.
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Visibility
Model without AUTO lighting
Model with AUTO li
ghting
Manual controls
The lighting is controlled directly by the driver
by means of the ring A and the stalk B.
Sidelamps (luminous signature).
Automatic illumination of headlamps.
B
. Stalk for switching headlamps: pull the stalk
towards
you to switch the lighting between
dipped and main beam headlamps.
In the lamps off and sidelamps modes, the
driver can switch on the main beam headlamps
temporaril
y ("headlamp flash") by maintaining a
pull on the stalk. A
.Main lighting mode selection ring: turn it
to position the symbol required facing themark.
Lamps o
ff.
Sidelamps.
Dipped headlamps or main beam
headlamps.
Displays
Illumination of the corresponding indicator
lamp in the instrument panel confirms that the
li
ghting selected is on. Da
ytime lighting, compulsory in cer tain countries, which comes on automatically when
the engine is star ted making the vehicle more
visible to other users.
Thi
s function is assured:
- in countries where it is imposed byregulations,
by illumination of the dipped beam headlamps associated with illumination of
the sidelamps and number plate lamps;
this function cannot be deactivated.
- for other countries where it is provided,
by illumination of dedicated lamps associated with illumination of the
sidelamps and number plate lamps; this
function can be activated or deactivated viathe vehicle configuration menu.
The instruments and controls
(multifunctionscreen, air conditioning control panel, ...)are not illuminated, except in night mode with
manual or automatic illumination of headlamps.
Daytime running lamps
The lighting control must be in position "0"
or "AUTO"
(day mode).
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When a low level of ambient light is detected by a sunshine sensor, the number plate
lamps, sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are switched on automatically, without any action on the par t of the driver. They can also come on if rain is detected, at the same time as automatic operation of the windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient level or after the windscreen wipers are switched off, the lamps are switched off automatically.
Automatic illumination of
headlam
ps
Activation
)
Turn the ring to the "AUTO"
position. The
activation of the function is accompanied
by the display of a message in the screen.
Deactivation
)
Turn the ring to another position.
Deactivation of the function isaccompanied by the display of a message
in the screen.
Automatic "guide-me-
home" li
ghting
Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction of
the sunshine sensor, the lighting comes on, this warning lamp is
displayed in the instrument panel and/or a
message appears in the screen, accompanied by an audible signal.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may detect sufficient light. In thiscase, the lighting will not come on automatically.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor,coupled with the rain sensor and located in the centre of the windscreen
behind the rear view mirror; theassociated functions would no longer be controlled.
When the automatic illumination of headlamps
function is activated, under low ambient
li
ght the dipped beams headlamps come on
automatically when the ignition is switched off.
Programming
Activation or deactivation, as well
as the duration of the guide-me-home lighting, is set in the vehicle configuration menu.
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Automatic adjustment of xenon headlamps
Do not touch the xenon bulbs. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop. This s
ystem adjusts the height of the xenon
headlamp beams automatically and when
stationary, according to the load in the vehicle, so
as to avoid causing a nuisance to other road user.
I
f a malfunction occurs, this
warning lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel, accompanied byan audible signal and a message in the screen.
The system then places your headlamps in the lowest position.
Manual adjustment
of halogen
headlamps
To avoid causing a nuisance to other road
users, the height of the halogen headlampsshould be adjusted according to the load in the
vehicle.0.1 or 2 people in the front seats. -.3 people.1. 5 people.-.Intermediate setting. 2.
5 people + maximum authorised load. -.Intermediate setting. 3.
Driver + maximum authorised load.
The initial setting is position "0".
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Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers
The windscreen wipers operate automatically,
without any action on the par t of the driver,
if rain is detected (sensor behind the rear viewmirror), adapting their speed to the intensity of
the rainfall.
Switching on
Briefly push stalk A
downwards.
The instruction is confirmed b
y a wiping cycle, accompanied byillumination of this warning lamp in the instrument panel and anactivation message.
Switching off
Briefly push stalk Adownwards again.
The instruction is confirmed b
ythis warning lamp going off in the
instrument panel and/or the display of
a deactivation message.
The automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers must be reactivated if the ignition has been off for more thanone minute.
Operating fault
If an automatic rain sensitive wiper malfunction
occurs, the wipers will operate in intermittent
mode.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Do not cover the rain sensor, linked with the sunshine sensor and located in the centre of the windscreen behind the rear view mirror. Switch off the automatic rain sensitivewipers when using an automatic car wash.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until the windscreen is completely clear of ice before activating the automatic rainsensitive wipers.
