2011 Citroen DS3 sensor

The sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps
are switched on automatically, without any
action on the par t of the driver, when a low level
of external light is detected or in cer tain cases
of activation 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
headlamps

Activation



)
Turn ring A
to the "AU TO "
position. The
automatic illumination of headlamps
is accompanied by a message in the
multifunction screen.



Deactivation



)
Turn ring A
to a position other than
"AU TO "
. Deactivation is accompanied by a
message in the multifunction screen.



Coupling with the automatic
"Guide-me-home" lighting
Association with the automatic illumination of
headlamps provides "guide-me-home" lighting
with the following additional options:


- selection of the lighting duration to
15, 30 or 60 seconds in the vehicle
parameters in the multifunction screen
configuration menu (except in the case of
the monochrome screen A, for which the
duration is set: 60 seconds),

- automatic activation of "guide-me-home"
lighting when automatic illumination of
headlamps is in operation.



Operating fault

In the event of a fault with the
sunshine sensor, the lighting
come on, this warning lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel and/or a message appears in
the multifunction 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. Therefore,
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; the
associated functions would no longer
be controlled.

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 view
mirror), adapting their speed to the intensity of
the rainfall.

Activation

This is controlled manually by the driver by
pushing stalk A
to the "AU TO "
position.
It is accompanied by the illumination
of this indicator lamp in the
instrument panel and a message in
the multifunction screen.


Switching off

This is controlled manually by the driver by moving
stalk A
upwards, returning it to position "0"
.
It is accompanied by the indicator lamp
in the instrument panel going off and a
message in the multifunction screen. The automatic wiping must be
reactivated if the ignition has been off
for more than one minute, by pushing
stalk A
downwards.

11 5Visibility

Operating fault

If an automatic wiping fault occurs, the wipers
will operate in intermittent mode.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
To retain the effectiveness of the "flat-
blade" wiper blades, it is advisable to:


- handle them with care,

- clean them regularly using soapy
water,

- not use them to hold a sheet of
cardboard against the windscreen,

- replace them at the first signs of
wear.
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 wiping 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 wiping.
This position allows the wiper blades to be lifted
for winter parking, cleaning or replacement
without damaging the bonnet.
In the minute following switching off of the
ignition, any action on the wiper stalk positions
the wipers ver tically.
To park the wipers after this has been done,
switch on the ignition and operate the wiper stalk.









Vertical windscreen wiper
position

009
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.

173Driving





Rear parking sensors

System consisting of four proximity sensors,
located in the rear bumper.
This detects any obstacle (person, vehicle,
tree, gate, etc.) behind the vehicle, except
obstacles located just below the bumper.
An object, such as a stake, a roadworks
cone or any other similar object may be
detected at the beginning of the manoeuvre,
but may no longer be detected when the
vehicle comes close to it.

The parking sensor system cannot, in
any circumstances, take the place of
the vigilance and responsibility of the
driver. The system is activated as soon as reverse
gear is engaged, accompanied by an audible
signal. The proximity information is given by:


- an audible signal, which becomes more
rapid as the vehicle approaches the
obstacle.

- a graphic (according to version) in the
multifunction screen, with blocks which
become increasingly closer to the vehicle.


Activation
When the distance between the rear of the vehicle
and the obstacle is less than thirty centimetres, the
audible signal becomes continuous and the "Danger"
symbol appears in the multifunction screen.
On completion of the manoeuvre, when you exit
reverse gear, the system becomes inactive.

Programming
Operating faults

If there is an operating fault, when
reverse gear is engaged this
warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible signal (shor t beep)
and a message in the multifunction screen. You can activate or deactivate the system by
means of the multifunction screen configuration
menu. The system state is memorised when
switching off the ignition.
For more information on access to the parking
sensors menu, refer to "Configuration/ Vehicle
parameters" in the "Multifunction screens"
section corresponding to your screen.
The system will be deactivated
automatically when towing a trailer or
when a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle
fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier
recommended by CITROËN). In bad or wintry weather, ensure that
the sensors are not covered with mud,
frost or snow.

211Practical information

Dashboard fusebox

The fusebox is located in the lower dashboard
(left-hand side).

Access to the fuses



)
Refer to the paragraph "Access to the tools".



Fuse tables



Fuse N°



Rating


Functions



FH36



5 A

Trailer relay unit.


FH37



-

Not used.


FH38



20 A

Hi-Fi amplifier.


FH39



20 A

Heated seats.


FH40



40 A

Trailer relay unit.



Fuse N°



Rating


Functions



F1



15 A

Rear wiper.


F2



-

Not used.


F3



5 A

Airbags and pretensioners control unit.


F4



10 A

Air conditioning, clutch switch, electrochromatic mirror,
par ticle filter pump (Diesel), diagnostic socket, air flow
sensor (Diesel).


F5



30 A

Electric windows panel, passenger's electric window control,
front electric window motor.


F6



30 A

Driver's electric window motor.


F7



5 A

Cour tesy lamp, glove box lighting.

Fuse N°



Rating


Functions



F8



20 A

Multifunction screen, audio system, navigation radio, alarm
control unit, alarm siren.


F9



30 A

12 V socket, portable navigation support supply.


F10



15 A

Steering mounted controls.


F11



15 A

Ignition, diagnostic socket, automatic gearbox control unit.


F12



15 A

Rain/sunshine sensor, trailer relay unit.


F13



5 A

Main stop switch, engine relay unit.


F14



15 A

Parking sensors control unit, airbag control unit, instrument
panel, digital air conditioning, USB Box, Hi-Fi amplifier.


F15



30 A

Locking.


F16



-

Not used.


F17



40 A

Rear screen and door mirrors demisting/defrosting.


SH



-

PA RC shunt .