2011 Citroen C4 Parking sensors

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DRIVING
172
PARKING SENSORS
This system indicates the proximity of an
obstacle (person, vehicle, tree, gate, etc.)
which comes within the fi eld of detection
of sensors located in the bumper.
Certain types of obstacle (stake, road-
works cone, etc.) detected initially will
no longer be detected at the end of the
manoeuvre due to the presence of blind
spots.

This function cannot, in any cir-
cumstances, take the place of
the vigilance and responsibility
of the driver.
The system is switched on by engaging
reverse gear. This is accompanied by
an audible signal.
The system is switched off when you
exit reverse gear.

Audible assistance
The proximity information is given by an
intermittent audible signal, the frequency
of which increases as the vehicle ap-
proaches the obstacle.
The sound emitted by the speaker (right
or left) indicates the side on which the
obstacle is located.
When the distance between the vehicle
and the obstacle becomes less than
approximately thirty centimetres, the
audible signal becomes continuous.


Visual assistance
This supplements the audible signal
by displaying bars in the multifunction
screen which move progressively near-
er to the vehicle. When the obstacle is
near, the "Danger" symbol is also dis-
played in the screen.

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DRIVING
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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 below
6 mph (10 km/h).
The sound emitted by the speaker (front
or rear) indicates whether the obstacle
is in front or behind.
The front parking sensors are interrupted
if the vehicle stops for more than three
seconds in forward gear, if no further ob-
stacles are detected or when the speed
of the vehicle exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).

Front parking sensors

Deactivation/Activation of the front
and rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated by pressing
this button. The indicator lamp in the
button comes on.
Pressing this button again reactivates
the function. The indicator lamp in the
button goes off.
Operating fault



The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being
towed or a bicycle carrier is fi t-
ted (vehicle fi tted with a towbar
or bicycle carrier recommended
by CITROËN).

In bad weather or in winter, en-
sure that the sensors are not
covered with mud, ice or snow.
When reverse gear is engaged,
an audible signal (long beep) in-
dicates that the sensors may be
dirty.
When the vehicle is moving at a
speed below 6 mph (10 km/h),
certain sound sources (motor-
cycle, lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.)
may trigger the audible signals
of the parking sensor system.
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 ap-
pears in the screen, accompanied by
an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
208
TOWING A TRAILER,
A CARAVAN, ETC.
We recommend the use of genu-
ine CITROËN towbars and their
harnesses that have been tested
and approved from the design
stage of your vehicle, and that
the fi tting of the towbar is en-
trusted to a CITROËN dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop.
If the trailer is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative
that it is fi tted using the vehicle's
electrical pre-equipment, in ac-
cordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. The rear parking sensors will
be deactivated automatically if
a genuine CITROËN towbar is
used.

Towbar suitable for the attachment of a
trailer or caravan with additional lighting
and signalling.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer. Driving with a trailer places greater de-
mands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.


Driving advice


Distribution of loads


)
Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
as possible to the axle and the nose
weight approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load
must be reduced by 10 % for every
1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towed loads
which apply to your vehicle.

Side wind


)
Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.


Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.


)
To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed. The maximum towed load on a long in-
cline depends on the gradient and the
ambient temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.


)
If the warning lamp and the
STOP
warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine as
soon as possible.


Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.

Tyres


)
Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.


Lighting


)
Check the electrical lighting and sig-
nalling on the trailer.

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210
ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories and genu-
ine parts is available from the CITROËN
dealer network.
These accessories and parts have
been tested and approved for reliability
and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and
benefi t from CITROËN's recommenda-
tion and warranty.


Conversion kits
You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to
convert a trade vehicle to a private car
and vice-versa.



"Comfort":
door defl ectors, side window blinds,
rear screen blind, isotherm module,
coat hanger fi xed to head restraint,
moveable courtesy mirror, reading
lamp, mirror for caravan, speed limiter/
cruise control, parking sensors...
"Transport systems":
boot carpet, boot liner, boot net, boot
spacers, transverse roof bars, bicycle
carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes, towbars,
towbar wiring harnesses...

"Styling":
gear lever knobs, aluminium foot rest,
alloy wheels, wheel embellishers,
chrome exhaust tailpipe, chrome mirror
shells, chrome door aperture fi nishers,
tailgate lower chrome fi nisher...

*

To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:



- ensure that mats are correctly posi-
tioned and secured,

- never fi t one mat on top of another.

"Security and safety":
anti-intrusion alarm, microwave sensor,
anti-tilt sensor, stolen vehicle tracking
system, child seats and booster cushions,
breathalyser, fi rst aid kit, fi re extinguisher,
warning triangle, high visibility vest, dog
guard, wheel security bolts, snow chains,
non-slip covers, front foglamp kit...

"Protection":
mats * , seat covers compatible with lateral
airbags, door sill protectors, mud fl aps,
door protective rubbing strips, bumper pro-
tection strips, vehicle cover...
If a towbar and wiring harness
are fi tted outside the CITROËN
dealer network, the installation
must be done using the vehicle's
electrical pre-equipment and in
line with the manufacturer's rec-
ommendations.

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VISUAL SEARCH
EXTERIOR


Remote control ........................... 79-84


- opening/closing

- antitheft protection

- starting

- battery


Wiper controls......................... 103-105
Changing a wiper blade ................. 205
Door mirrors ................................ 76-77
Blind spot sensors .................. 162-164

Boot ................................................. 90
Temporary puncture repair kit ...183-187
Changing a wheel ................... 188-191


- tools

- removing/refi tting


Changing bulbs....................... 196-197


- rear lamps

- 3rd brake lamp

- number plate lamp


Parking sensors ...................... 172-173
Parking space sensors ........... 170-171
Towbar ........................................... 208
Towing .................................... 206-207

Accessories .............................210-211
Panoramic sunroof .......................... 93

Braking assistance ........................ 132
Trajectory control .................... 133-134
Tyre under-infl ation detection ........ 131
Tyre pressures ....................... 187, 222
Lighting controls ......................... 96-99
Headlamp adjustment.................... 100
Welcome lighting ................... 100, 108
Directional lighting systems .... 101-102
Changing bulbs....................... 192-195


- front lamps

- front foglamps

- side repeaters


Doors .......................................... 86-89


- opening/closing

- emergency control
Child lock ....................................... 129
Electric windows ......................... 91-92
Alarm .......................................... 87-88

Fuel tank ..................................... 94-95

316
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
E Electric parking brake .........142-145
Electric seats ................................71
Electric window controls ...............91
Electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD) .....................................132
Electronic engine
immobiliser ...........................81, 84
Electronic
gearbox system ........151, 158, 182
Emergency boot release ..............90
Emergency braking system ........132
Emergency call ...................134, 224
Emergency warning lamps .........130
eMyWay .....................................225
Energy economy mode ..............204
Engine compartment ..........177, 178
Engine compartment fusebox ....201
Engine oil level
indicator ........................43, 46, 179
Engines ..............................212, 216
Environment .................................84
ESP/ASR ...............69, 84, 133 , 180
F Filling with fuel ........................94, 95
Fittings, boot ....................... 118, 121
Fitting speakers ..........................209
Flashing
indicators ............99, 130, 193, 195
Front airbags ......................138, 141
Front armrest ...................... 113, 114
Front foglamps .....97, 102, 192, 195
Front head restraints ....................72
Front parking sensors ................173
Front seats ..............................70-74
Front wash-wipe .........................104
Fuel ..............................................95
Fuel fi ller fl ap ..........................94, 95F Fuel gauge ...................................94
Fuel tank ................................94, 95
Fuses .........................................198
G G.P.S. ..................................231-243
Gear shift indicator .....................150
Gear lever, automatic gearbox ...154
Gear lever, electronic gearbox
system ......................................151
Gear lever, manual gearbox .......149
Glove box ................................... 110
Grab handles ..............................109
Guidance .............................231-243
H Halogen headlamps ...................192
Hands-free telephone .........248, 291
Hazard warning lamps ...............130
Headlamp adjustment ................100
Headlamps, directional .......101, 192
Headlamp wash .........................104
Heated seats ................................72
Heating ...................................64, 66
Height and reach adjustment,
steering wheel ............................78
Hill start assist ............................157
Hooks ......................................... 119
I Indicator/warning lamps ..........32-42
Indicators, direction ...130, 193 , 196
Infl ating accessories
(using the kit) ............................187

Inputs for audio system ... 111, 265, 289
Installing speakers .....................209
Instrument panel lighting ..............48
Instrument
panels ................. 27-30, 46, 49, 56I Instrument
panel screen ................. 27-30, 150
Intelligent Traction Control .........133
Interior fi ttings ..................... 109, 110
Interior mood lighting ..................107
ISOFIX child seats ..............126-128
ISOFIX mountings ......................126
J Jack ............................................188
K Keeping
children
safe .... 92, 122-129, 137, 139, 143
Key in ignition warning .................82
Key with remote control ...........79-84
L Labels, identifi cation ...................222
Lamps, warning and indicator ...32-42
Lane Departure Warning
System (LDWS) .......................161
Lateral airbags ...................140, 141
Level, brake fl uid ........................179
Level, power steering fl uid .........179
Levels and checks ...............177-182
Lighting, guide-me home ........98, 99
Lighting, interior ..................106, 107
Lighting bulbs
(replacement) ....................192-197
Lighting dimmer .................27-30, 48
Lighting stalk ..........................96, 99
Load reduction mode .................204
Load space cover .......................121
Locating your vehicle ...................81
Locking from the inside ................85
Locking the boot ...........................90
Long objects, transporting .......... 117
Luggage retaining strap ............. 118

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
M Main beam ...................96, 192, 194
Manual
gearbox ............149, 150, 158, 182
Map reading lamps .....................106
Markings, identifi cation ...............222
Massage function ........................73
Mat ............................................. 116
Menu, main ................................280
Mini fuel level ...............................94
Misfuel prevention ........................95
Monochrome
screen ..................50, 52, 280, 304
Motorway function
(direction indicators) .................130
Mountings for ISOFIX seats .......126
MP3 CD ..............................261, 285
Multifunction screen (with audio
equipment) .............50, 52, 55, 280
Music media players .........260 , 284
N Navigation .................... 55, 231-243
Number plate lamps ...................197
O Oil fi lter .......................................181
Oil level ................................43, 179
Opening the bonnet ....................175
Opening the boot ..........................90
Opening the doors ........................89
Opening the panoramic sunroof
blind ............................................93
Operation indicator
lamps ....................................32- 42
P Paint colour code .......................222
Panoramic sunroof .......................93
Parking brake .....................149, 182
Parking lamps ..............................99
Parking space sensor ................170P Particle emission fi lter ........180, 181
Passenger compartment fi lter ....181
Petrol engine ................95, 177, 212
Player, CD MP3 ..................261, 285
Priming the fuel system ..............176
Protecting
children ..... 122-129, 137, 139, 143
Puncture .....................................183
R Radio ..........................257, 258, 281
Radio pre-equipment ..................209
Rear armrest .............................. 117
Rear foglamps ......................97, 196
Rear head restraints .....................75
Rear parcel shelf ................ 119, 121
Rear parking sensors .................172
Rear screen (demisting) ...............69
Rear seats ....................................75
Rear view mirror ...........................78
Rear screenwash .......................105
Rear wiper ..................................105
Recharging the battery ...............203
Reduction of electrical load ........204
Refi tting a wheel .........................191
Reinitialising the electric
windows .....................................92
Reinitialising the remote
control ..................................82, 83
Remote control ........................79-84
Removable screen
(snow shield) ............................205
Removing a wheel ......................190
Removing the mat ...................... 116
Repair kit, puncture ....................183R Replacing bulbs ...................192-197
Replacing fuses ...................198-201
Replacing the air fi lter ................181
Replacing the oil fi lter .................181
Replacing the particle
emission fi lter ...........................181
Replacing the passenger
compartment fi lter ....................181
Replacing wiper blades ......105, 205
Resetting the service indicator .....45
Resetting the trip recorder ............47
Rev counter .............................27-31
Reversing lamps ........................196
Roof blind .....................................93
Routine checks ...................181, 182
Running out of fuel (Diesel) ........176
S Safety for
children ... 92, 122-129, 137, 139, 143
Satellite navigation system ...231-243
Screen, multifunction
(with audio equipment) ...50, 52, 55
Screen menu map ...... 268, 304-306
Seat adjustment .....................70, 71
Seat belts ............................135-137
Serial number, vehicle ................222
Service indicator .....................44, 46
Setting the clock ...........47, 267, 302
Short-cut menus .........................230
Sidelamps ......96, 99, 192, 194, 196
Side repeater ..............................195
Side spotlamps ...................100, 195
Ski fl ap ....................................... 117
Spare wheel ...............................188
Speakers (fi tting) ........................209
Speed limiter ......................165, 166
Speedometer ...........................27-30