2011 Citroen DS3 Speed limit

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Driving


This section describes the use of the parking brake, the manual,
SensoDrive or automatic gearbox, the gear shift indicator and
Stop & Start to help reduce fuel consumption, the speed limiter to
avoid exceeding a programmed speed, cruise control to maintain a
programmed speed, the rear parking sensors to detect obstacles.

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System which prevents the vehicle from
exceeding the speed programmed by the driver.
When the programmed speed limit is reached,
pressing the accelerator pedal in the normal
manner no longer has any effect.
The speed limiter is switched on
manually:
it requires a programmed speed of at least
20 mph (30 km/h).
The speed limiter is switched off
by manual
operation of the control.
The programmed speed can be exceeded
temporarily by pressing the accelerator firmly.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
slow down to a speed below the programmed
speed.
The programmed speed remains in the memory
when the ignition is switched off.





Speed limiter

The speed limiter cannot, in any circumstances,
replace the need to respect speed limits,
nor can it replace the need for vigilance and
responsibility on the part of the driver.
The controls of this system are grouped
together on stalk A
.


1.
Speed limiter mode selection thumb wheel.

2.
Value decrease button.

3.
Value increase button.

4.
Speed limiter on/off button.



Steering mounted controls

The programmed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.

5.
Speed limiter on/off indication.

6.
Speed limiter mode selection indication.

7.
Programmed speed value.


Displays in the instrument panel

)
Turn thumb wheel 1
to the "LIMIT"

position: the speed limiter mode is
selected but is not switched on (PAUSE).
You do not have to switch the speed limiter on
in order to set the speed.


)
Set the speed value by pressing button 2

or 3
(e.g.: 55 mph (90 km/h)).


Programming

You can then change the programmed speed using buttons 2
and 3
:


- by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = shor t press,

- by + or - 5 mph (km/h) = long press,

- in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.


)
Switch the speed limiter on by pressing button 4
.

)
Switch the speed limiter off by pressing button 4
: the display
confirms that it has been switched off (PAUSE).

)
Switch the speed limiter back on by pressing button 4
again.



Exceeding the programmed speed

Pressing the accelerator pedal to exceed the programmed speed will not have
any effect unless you press the pedal firmly
past the point of resistance
.
The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily and the programmed speed,
which is still displayed, flashes.
Returning to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or
unintentional deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the
flashing of the programmed speed. On a steep descent or in the event of sharp
acceleration, the speed limiter will not be
able to prevent the vehicle from exceeding
the programmed speed.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:


- ensure that the mat is positioned
correctly,

- do not fit one mat on top of another.



Leaving limiter mode



)
Turn thumb wheel 1
to the "0"
position:
the speed limiter mode is deselected. The
display returns to the distance recorder.



Operating fault

In the event of a speed limiter fault, the speed
is cleared resulting in flashing of the dashes.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

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Cruise control

System which automatically maintains the
speed of the vehicle at the value programmed
by the driver, without any action on the
accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is switched on
manually: it
requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph
(40 km/h), as well as the engagement of:


- four th gear on a manual gearbox,

- second gear on a SensoDrive or automatic
gearbox, in sequential mode,

- position A
on a SensoDrive gearbox or
position D
on an automatic gearbox.
The cruise control is switched off
manually
or by pressing the brake or clutch pedal or
on triggering of the ESP system for safety
reasons.
It is possible to exceed the programmed speed
temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
release the accelerator pedal.
Switching off the ignition cancels any
programmed speed value. The controls of this system are grouped
together on stalk A
.


1.
Cruise control mode selection thumb
wheel.

2.
Value decrease button.

3.
Value increase button.

4.
Cruise control off/resume button.


Steering mounted controls

The cruise control cannot, in any circumstances,
replace the need to respect speed limits,
nor can it replace the need for vigilance and
responsibility on the par t of the driver.
The programmed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.

5.
Cruise control off/resume indication.

6.
Cruise control mode selection indication.

7.
Programmed speed value.

Displays in the instrument panel

Temporary puncture repair kit

Complete system consisting of a compressor
and a sealant car tridge which permits
temporary repair
of a tyre so that you can
drive to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.



Access to the kit


The speed limit sticker I
must be affixed
to the vehicle's steering wheel to
remind you that a wheel is in temporary
use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre
repaired using this type of kit.



Description of the kit



A.
"Sealant" or "Air" position selector.

B.
On "I"
/of f "O"
switch.

C.
Deflation button.

D.
Pressure gauge (in bar or p.s.i.).

E.
Compar tment housing:


- a cable with adaptor for 12 V socket,

- various inflation adaptors for
accessories, such as balls, bicycle
tyres...
F.
Sealant car tridge.

G.
White pipe with cap for repair.

H.
Black pipe for inflation.

I.
Speed limit sticker.
This kit is installed in the storage box, under the
boot floor.

193Practical information

2. Infl ation


)
Adjust the pressure using the compressor
(to inflate: switch B
in position "I"
; to
deflate: switch B
in position "O"
and press
button C
), in accordance with the vehicle's
tyre pressure label (located on the left hand
door aperture).
A loss of pressure indicates that the
puncture has not been fully plugged;
contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop for assistance.

)
Remove and stow the kit.

)
Drive at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h]
max) limiting the distance travelled to
approximately 120 miles (200 km).

)
Turn the selector A
to the "air"
position.

)
Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.

)
Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel.
)
Connect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket.

)
Star t the vehicle again and leave the
engine running.

)
Visit a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop as soon as
possible.
You must inform the technician
that you have used this kit. After
inspection, the technician will
inform you whether the tyre can be
repaired or must be replaced.

WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (in kg)



Petrol engines


VTi 95



VTi 120



THP 150



Gearboxes


Manual



Electronic



Manual



Auto



matic

Manual



Model codes:
SA...


8FR0



8FR0/P



5FS0



5FS9



5FR8

5FX8




- Unladen weight
1 075
1 079
1 075
1 089
1 165


- Kerb weight
1 150
1 154
1 150
1 164
1 240


- Gross vehicle weight (GV W)
1 552
1 558
1 554
1 587
1 597


- Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12 % gradient
2 452
2 458
2 454
2 487
2 497


- Braked trailer (within the GTW limit)
on a 12 % gradient
900
900
900
900
900


- Braked trailer * (with load transfer within the
GTW limit)
1 150
1 150
1 150
1 150
1 150


- Unbraked trailer
570
570
570
570
570


- Recommended nose weight
46
46
46
46
46
*

The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount.
Warning: towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for
each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the per formance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit the towed load.

235Technical data

*

The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount; warning,
towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.



WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (in kg)



LPG engines



VTi 95



Gearbox



Manual



Model codes:
SA...


8FR0/GPL




- Unladen weight

1 152


- Kerb weight

1 227


- Gross vehicle weight (GV W)
1 552


- Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12 % slope
2 452


- Braked trailer (within GTW limit)
on a 12 % slope
900


- Braked trailer * (with load transfer within the
GTW limit)
1 150


- Unbraked trailer

570


- Recommended nose weight
46
The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for
each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the per formance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit the towed load.