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Starting the engine
Wait until this warning lamp goes off in the
instrument panel then operate the starter
motor by turning the key to position 3
without pressing the accelerator pedal,
until the engine starts. Once the engine is
running, release the key.
With the parking brake applied and the gearbox
in neutral or position N or P:
F

d
epress the clutch pedal fully (manual
gearbox),


or
F

p
ress the brake pedal firmly (automatic
gearbox),
F

i
nsert the key into the ignition switch; the
system recognises the code,
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u
nlock the steering column by simultaneously
turning the steering and the key.
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W
ith a petrol engine, operate the starter
motor by turning the key to position 3
without pressing the accelerator pedal,
until the engine starts. Once the engine is
running, release the key. Never leave the engine running in
an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation: internal combustion
engines emit toxic exhaust gases,
such as carbon monoxide. Danger of
intoxication and death!
In very severe wintry conditions
(temperatures below -23°C), to ensure
the correct operation and durability of
the mechanical components of your
vehicle, engine and gearbox, it is
necessary to leave the engine running
for 4 minutes before moving off.
In wintry conditions, the warning lamp
can stay on for a longer period. When
the engine is hot, the warning lamp
does not come on.
In certain cases, you may have to apply
more force to the steering (wheels on
full lock, for example). F
W ith a Diesel engine, turn the key to
position 2 , ignition on, to operate the
engine pre-heating system.
If the engine does not start straight
away, switch off the ignition. Wait a
few moments before operating the
starter motor again. If the engine does
not start after several attempts, do not
keep trying: you risk damaging the
starter motor or the engine. Contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. In temperate conditions, do not leave
the engine at idle to warm up but move
off straight away and drive at moderate
speed.
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Electric parking brake
The electric parking brake combines
2 operating modes:
Automatic operation
Application with the engine off
With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake
is automatically applied when the engine is
switched off.
The application of the parking brake is
confirmed by:
Application with the engine running
With the engine running and the vehicle
stationary, in order to immobilise the vehicle
you need to manually apply the parking brake
by pulling the control lever A .
The application of the parking brake is
confirmed by:
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arning lamp P in the control
lever A coming on,
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isplay of a message " Parking brake
applied " in the instrument panel screen. -

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arning lamp P in the control
lever A coming on,
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d
isplay of a message " Parking brake
applied " in the instrument panel screen.
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his warning lamp in the
instrument panel coming on, -

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his warning lamp in the
instrument panel coming on,
Before leaving the vehicle, check that
warning lamp P and the warning lamp in
the instrument panel are on.
Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle with the ignition on, as they
could release the parking brake. Before leaving the vehicle, check that
warning lamp
P and the warning lamp in
the instrument panel are on.
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A

utomatic
A

utomatic application when the engine
stops and automatic release on use of the
accelerator (activated by default).
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M

anual
M

anual application / release of the parking
brake is always possible by pulling control
lever A while pressing the brake pedal. When the driver’s door is opened, a beep is
heard and a message displayed if the parking
brake has not been applied.
The noise of operation will confirm to you the
application / release of the electric parking
brake.
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Mode selectionDisplays in the instrument panel
F Automatic mode: gear selector in position D.
F

M
anual mode: gear selector in position M .
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S
PORT programme: gear selector in
position D and button A pressed,
F

S
NOW programme: gear selector in
position D and button B pressed. The position of the gear selector and the
driving mode are displayed in the right-hand
dial of the instrument panel.
A position grille associated with the gear selector
allows you to view the selected position.
Automatic gearbox
Automatic gearbox which offers a choice
between the comfort of fully automatic
operation, enhanced by the sport and snow
programmes, or manual gear changing.
Two driving modes are provided:
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a
utomatic operation for electronic control
of the gears by the gearbox, associated
with:
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a
SPORT programme for a more
dynamic driving style,
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a
SNOW programme to improve driving
when the grip is poor,
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m
anual operation for sequential changing
of the gears by the driver. As a safety measure:
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position P can be disengaged only
by pressing the brake pedal,
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w
hen a door is opened, an audible
signal is heard if the gear selector
is not in position P ,
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a
lways make sure that the gear
selector is in position P before you
leave your vehicle.
If the gearbox is in position P but the
position of the gear selector is different,
reposition the gear selector at P so that
you can start the vehicle.
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System which reduces fuel consumption by recommending the most appropriate gear.
Depending on the driving situation and your
vehicle's equipment, the system may advise
you to skip one (or more) gear(s). You can
follow this instruction without engaging the
intermediate gears.
The gear engagement recommendations must
not be considered compulsory. Indeed, the
configuration of the road, the amount of traffic
and safety remain determining factors when
choosing the best gear. Therefore, the driver
remains responsible for deciding whether or not
to follow the advice given by the system.
This function cannot be deactivated.Example:
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Y
ou are in third gear.
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Y
ou press the accelerator pedal.
Gear shift indicator*
Operation
With an automatic gearbox, the system
is only active in manual mode.
* Depending on engine. The information appears in the instrument
panel in the form of an arrow.
On vehicle fitted with a manual gearbox,
the arrow may be accompanied by the gear
recommended.
The system adapts its gear change
recommendation according to the
driving conditions (slope, load, ...) and
the demands of the driver (power,
acceleration, braking, ...).
The system never suggests:
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e
ngaging first gear,
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enga
ging reverse gear,
- c hanging down.
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T
he system may suggest that you engage
a higher gear.
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- with a manual gearbox, when you fully
depress the clutch pedal,
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ith an automatic gearbox:
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ear selector in position D or M , when
you release the brake pedal,
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r gear selector in position N and brake
pedal released, when you place the gear
selector in position D or M ,
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o
r when you engage reverse gear.
Going into engine START
mode
The "ECO" warning lamp goes off
and the engine starts automatically:
Special cases: START invoked
automatically
In this case the "ECO" warning
lamp flashes for few seconds, then
goes off.
This operation is perfectly normal. For safety reasons or to ensure smooth
operation, START mode is invoked
automatically when:
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y

ou open the driver's door,
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y

ou unfasten the driver's seat belt,
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t

he speed of the vehicle exceeds 16 mph
(25 km/h) with a manual gearbox or 2 mph
(3 km/h) with an automatic gearbox for
BlueHDi Diesel versions,
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he electric parking brake is being applied,
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s

ome special conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance, air
conditioning setting...) where the engine is
needed to assure control of a system.
Special cases: STOP mode
unavailable
In this case, the "ECO" warning
lamp flashes for a few seconds, then
goes off.
This operation is perfectly normal. STOP mode is not invoked when:
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t

he vehicle is on a steep slope
(up or down),
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t

he driver's door is open,
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t

he driver's seat belt is not fastened,
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t

he vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph
(10 km/h) since the last engine start using
the key,
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he electric parking brake is applied or
being applied,
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t

he engine is needed to maintain a
comfortable temperature in the passenger
compartment,
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d

emisting is active,
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s

ome special conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance,
exterior temperature...) where the engine is
needed to assure control of a system.
With a manual gearbox in STOP mode,
if a gear is engaged without fully
depressing the clutch pedal, a warning
lamp comes on or an alert message
is displayed asking you to depress the
clutch pedal to restart the engine.
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Tyre under-inflation detection
System which automatically checks the
pressures of the tyres while driving.
The system continuously monitors the
pressures of the four tyres, as soon as the
vehicle is moving.The tyre under-inflation detection
system is an aid to driving which does
not replace the need for vigilance on
the part of the driver.
This system does not avoid the need
to check the tyre pressures regularly
(including the spare wheel) and before
a long journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres
adversely affects road holding,
extends braking distances and causes
premature tyre wear, particularly under
arduous conditions (vehicle loaded,
high speed, long journey).
The tyre pressures for your vehicle can
be found on the tyre pressure label.
The tyre pressures must be checked
when the tyres are cold (vehicle
stopped for 1 hour or after driving for
less then 6 miles (10 km) at moderate
speed). Other wise, add 0.3 bar to the
values indicated on the label.
For more information on Identification
markings
, including the tyre pressure
label, refer to the corresponding
section. Driving with under-inflated tyres
increases fuel consumption.
Pressure sensors are located in the valve of
each tyre (except the spare wheel).
The system triggers an alert if a drop in
pressure is detected in one or more tyres.
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Speed limiter
Steering mounted controls
The speed limiter switches are located on the
left-hand side of the steering wheel.
1.
I
ncrease the programmed speed.
2.
D

ecrease the programmed speed.
3.
S

peed limiter On / Pause.
4.
S

elect speed limiter mode.
5.
D

eactivate the speed limiter.
Displays in the instrument panel
The information related to the speed limiter is
grouped together in zone A of the instrument
panel.
System which prevents the vehicle from
exceeding the speed programmed by the
driver.
When the limit speed is reached, the
accelerator pedal no longer has any effect.
The speed limiter is switched on manually: a
speed of at least 20 mph (approx. 30 km/h)
must be programmed.
The speed limiter can in no circumstances
replace keeping to speed limits or the
need for vigilance on the part of the driver.
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Cruise control
Displays in the instrument panel
The information related to the cruise control is
grouped together in zone A of the instrument
panel.
Steering mounted controls
The cruise control switches are located on the
left-hand side of the steering wheel.
1.
A
ctivate the cruise control at the current
speed of the vehicle, then increase the
programmed speed.
2.
A

ctivate the cruise control at the current
speed of the vehicle, then decrease the
programmed speed.
3.
P

ause / Restore the cruise control.
4.
S

elect cruise control mode.
5.
D

eactivate the cruise control.
System which automatically maintains the
vehicle speed programmed by the driver,
without any action on the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is switched on manually:
the vehicle speed must be at least 25 mph
(40

km/h) and you must be in at least:
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th gear for a manual gearbox,
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nd gear for an automatic gearbox.
The driver must remain attentive and in
complete control of the vehicle.
You are recommended to keep your feet
within range of the pedals .
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