2011 Citroen C6 RHD parking brake

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BRAKES
ABS system
The ABS system enhances your safety by preventing the wheels from locking in the event of sudden brakingor in conditions of poor road adherence. It enables you to retain control of the steering.
The
functioning capability of all the electrical components essential to the ABS is monitored electronically before and
during your journey. The ABS warning lamp lights up when you switch on the ignition: it should go out after a fewseconds.
If the monitoring warning lamp does not go out, that means that the ABS has disconnected because there is a fault.Also, the fact that the monitoring warning lamp comes on during the journey shows that the ABS system is inactive.
In both cases, the normal braking system remains effi cient, exactly as on a vehicle without ABS. However, to restorethe level of safety provided by correct operation of the ABS, the vehicle should be inspected as soon as possible bya CITROÀN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.yp y p
On roads with poor adherence (chippings, snow, ice etc.), it is always imperative to drive with prudence.
SYSTEM OF EMERGENCY BRAKING ASSISTANCE
The emergency braking assistance system helps you to attain the required braking pressure more rapidly, thus
to reduce the stopping distance. It operates depending on the speed of action on the brake pedal, decreasing theresistance to this action. To prolong this action of the emergency braking assistance system, simply keep your foot
on the brake pedal.
If the Electric Parking Brake is off, the lighting of this warning lamp in conjunction with the STOPwarning lamp indicates that the brake fl uid level is low or that the braking distributor is malfunctioning.It is essential to stop the vehicle. Alert a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop as soon asgpgg
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ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
OPERATION
To park
With the vehicle stationary, operate
the parking brakeby pulling thenreleasing the controlA.Note:In all circumstances with an
automatic gearbox, select the
Park position P.
On steep
gradients, turn the steering towards the pavement.It is not possible to release the electric parking brake if the key is removed or in position S.
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To move off
With the engine running, release
the electric parking brake, by pres-
sing the brake pedal or the acce-lerator pedal and pulling then
releasing the control A.
You are advised not to clean underneath the vehicle using ahigh pressure system, as this could damage the electric parkingbrake.
Do not use the accelerator to hold your vehicle while on an incline.Use either the brake pedal or the electric parking brake.
The warning lamp comes
on if the parking brake isonor not properly releasedor if you try to release thebrakewithout pressing on thebrake pedal.
If these two warning
lamps come on
to
gether, this indica-
tes that the electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
The brake is on.
If this warning lamp comes
on, this indicates that the
electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
Th
e brake is not on.With an automatic gearbox, place the gearbox on position P.With a manual gearbox, engage fi rst gear.
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UNLOCKING INEMERGENCY
In the event of a malfunctioningof
the electric parking brake or a bat-
tery failure, provided your gear-
box is not in Park position (P) with
an automatic gearbox, or a gear isengaged with a manual gearbox:1.Open the lower compartmentin the central armrest by
actioning the control B.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
5. Make sure that you position
the strap back in its locationD.Otherwise, applying the brake
will not be possible after fi ve
attempts.Contact a CITROÀN dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop.
This strap cannot apply the parking brake. To re-apply the electric parking brake (after fi rst resolving the malfunction or the battery failure), pull then release the control A. The time for applying the brake subsequent to the emergency unlocking will be longer.
Note:During the emer-gency unlocking, the war-ning lamp for the electric parking brake will light upin the instrument panel.
2.Detach the CD storage sectionby pulling on the tabsC.3. Disengage the strap from itslocationD.4.Pull the strap to unlock the brake. A loud click confi rmsthat the brake is unlocked.
Note: It is essential to makesure that the parking brakewarning lamp does indeed light up in the instrument panel. Note: Presence of the dia
gnostic socket
Take care to ensure that the area around socket Eis not dusty or damp, this socket is vital to the maintenance operations on your vehicle.

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FUSES IN THE BOOT
FUSEBOX
To access the fusebox locatedunder the left hand wing trim:1. Move aside the trim on theLH side. See "12 V battery:Changing the battery".2. Move aside the electricalcables connecting to the
fusebox.3. Open the fusebox.
RatingFunction
F 115 AFuel fl ap
F 2––
F 3––
F 415 ASpeed-sensitive rear spoiler (defl ector)
F 540 AHeated rear screen
G 3615 A/25 ARear LH electric heated seat (Pack Lounge)/Benchseat
G 3715 A/25 ARear RH electric heated seat (Pack Lounge)/Benchseat
G 3830 ARear electric seat adjustments (Pack Lounge)
G 3930 ACigar-lighter – Rear accessory socket
G 4025 AElectric parking brake

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SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that towbar installation and removal bedone by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
If you are towing another vehicle, the latter must be free-wheeling (gearbox in neutral).
Dimensions(in metres):
A:0.971
TOWBAR
(Boat, caravan, etc.)
It is recommended that towbar installation and removal be done
by a CITROËN dealer or a quali-fi ed workshop.
If you are climbing a steep gradient
and the engine gets excessively
hot, certain functions become una-
vailable (e.g. sequential control of
the automatic gearbox, the air con-
ditioning).
If you are towing, it is necessary to
deactivate the parking assistance
by pressing the control on the dash-
board. See "Parking assistance".
It is recommended that
you remove
the towing ball, so that it does not
interfere with the functioning of the
proximity sensors, when you are
not using a trailer.
MAINTENANCE
If cleaning the vehicle with a highpressure system:Your Piloted Defl ector has to be closed.
It is not advisable to clean the
underside of the vehicle, for fear of damaging the electricparking brake.As water may penetrate into
the vehicle interior via the door
apertures, do not target these areas.
Do not direct at the headlamps,
lamps and their edges for too
long or you may damage their coating and seals.
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Before positioning the jack, always adjust the vehicle's groundclearance to the "maximum height" position and retain thisadjustment for as long as the jack is under the vehicle (do notuse the hydraulic adjustments).
Never get underneath the vehicle if it is supported only by thejack.
The jack and all the tools are designed specifi cally for use on your particular vehicle. Do not use them for any other applications.
Have the original wheel repaired and refitted as soon aspossible.
It is imperative not to exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) onthe spare wheel.
REMOVAL1. Park the vehicle on stable, fi rm ground that is not slippery. Apply
the parking brake.
2. It is essential to make sure that the occupants have left the vehicle and are in a place where their safety is guaranteed.3. With the engine idling, adjust the ground clearance to maximum height. See "Comfort" and "Ground clearance adjustment". Switch off the
ignition and engage fi rst gear or reverse gear depending on any slope (for a vehicle with automatic gearbox, select position P).4. Position the chock at the wheel that is diametrically opposite the one to
be replaced.
5. Position the jack at one of the four jacking-points provided on thesubframe close to the wheels, then use the handle to unwind the jack until it reaches the ground.
6. Slide the removal tool4 into the notch and lever vigorously to detach
the anti-theft bolt protector. See illustration. You can use the handle at
the extremit
y of the tool 4.7.Slacken the wheel bolts.8. Continue to extend the jack until the wheel is a few centimetres off the ground.9. Undo the bolts, remove the wheel.
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TOWING WITH WHEELS ON THE GROUND
Towing eyes can be used at the front and at the rear of the vehicle.
Detach the cover:For the front cover, lever with a screwdriver at the top of the cover.
For the rear cover, press on the right hand side.
The ignition key must be in position M to retain steering.
Use a bar with attachments to the towing eyes as above.
The towing eye is removable, to be stowed in the jack protection box inside
the spare wheel.
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ADVICE
Towingat low speed over a veryshort distanceis authorised inexceptional cases depending on
the regulations in force.
Otherwise, it is necessary to
have
your vehicle transportedon a recovery truck.
It is essential to check that theelectric parking brake is released.
REQUIREMENT - TOWING
WITH AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
Place the selector on position N(neutral).
When the engine is not running, the steering and the braking are no longer assisted.
If you are towing another vehicle, the latter must be free-wheeling (gearbox in neutral).
Towing with "front or rear lifted"or in the "minimum height"position is prohibited.

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INDEX
12 V battery ............124 → 126 - XIV
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ABS system..................................74
Access.................................82 → 84
Access to the boot .................84 - 99
Adjusting the front seats........58 - 59
Adjustment of rear seats....97 → 100
Adjustment of the rear view mirrors.................................63 - 64
Advice on driving ............................X
Air conditioning............ 42 - 85 → 92
Air distribution........................89 - 92
Air fi lter.......................................r121
Air fl ow ...................................89 - 92
Air recirculation ñEntry of air from outside.............90
Airbags ........................101 - V → VII
Anti-intrusion alarm................26 - 27
Anti-pinch.............................56 - 118
Anti-theft bolts....................141 - 143
Anti-theft protection......................82
Ashtray........................................11 4
Audio system/NaviDrive ................43, 7.01 - 7.57
Automatic gearbox...............65 → 68
Automatic lighting of headlamps...51
B
Badge reader...............................r11 6
Battery replacement ...................124
Bonnet........................................120
Boot ..............................84 - 99 - 117
Brake fl uid...................................121
B
Brakes.......................................... 74
Braking system ............................XIII
Brightness sensor.........................r37
C
Capacities ................................... 132
Card-holder..................................11 6
Catalytic converter......................rXVII
CD changer.................................r117
Central locking.......................23 - 25
Central unlocking..........................23
Changing a wheel............141 → 143
Changing the remotecontrol battery............................24
Changing bulbs................134 → 138
Changing the vehicle battery......124
Checks........................................ 121
Child restraints.................103 → 105
Child safety ..........................56 - 83 -

103 → 105 - VIII → IX
Child seats.....103 → 105 - VIII → IX
Cigar-lighter.................................r113
Cold weather shield....................140
Colour screen C..................39 → 42
Controls at the steering wheel........8
Coolant temperature.....................46
Cruise control ........................69 - 70
Cup-holders .................................111
D
Dashboard.................................8 - 9
Date ................................39 - 41 - 43
D
Daytime-running lamps.................52
Deactivation of passenger’s airbag.......................................101
Deadlocking...........................23 - 25
Diesel particulate fi lter system ......81
Diesel preheating..........................29
Dimensions........................146 - 147
Dipped beams ..............................51
Direction indicators .......................50
Driverís fl oor mat.........................113
Driverís oddments tray ................ 111
Driverís seat beltfastening sensor...r61
Driving.................................18 → 20
Driving position............................... II
Driving positions....................37 - 60
Dust/pollen fi lter............................r86
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Eco-driving............................... 21-22
Economy mode.............................28
Ejecting the key............................24
Electric exterior rear viewmirrors.................................63 - 64
Electric parking brake ............75 - 76
Electric steering column adjustment..................................57
Electric windows control...............56
Electrical accessories ................XVIII
Electronic immobiliser...................25
Electronic stability programme(ESP)..........................................73
Engine coolant ............ 46 - 121 - 123