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Braking assistance systems
Group of supplementary systems which help
you to obtain optimum braking in complete
safety in emergency situations:
- anti-lock braking system (ABS),
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
- emergency braking assistance (EBA).
Anti-lock braking system
and electronic brake force
distribution
Linked systems which improve the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking,
in par ticular on poor or slippery sur faces.
Activation
The anti-lock braking system comes into
operation automatically when there is a risk of
wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may make itself
felt by slight vibration of the brake pedal.
When braking in an emergency, press
very firmly without releasing the
pressure.
Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on,
together with the STOP
and ABS
warning lamps, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message in the
multifunction screen, it indicates a malfunction
of the electronic brake force distribution which
could result in loss of control of the vehicle
when braking.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
When replacing wheels (tyres and
rims), ensure that they conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the multifunction
screen, it indicates a malfunction of the anti-
lock braking system which could result in loss
of control of the vehicle when braking.
In either case, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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147Safety
The driver must ensure that passengers use
the seat belts correctly and that they are all
restrained securely before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle,
always fasten your seat belt, even for short
journeys.
Do not interchange the seat belt buckles as
they will not fulfil their role fully.
The seat belts are fitted with an iner tia reel
permitting automatic adjustment of the length
of the strap to your size. The seat belt is
stowed automatically when not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the seat
belt is reeled in correctly.
The lower part of the strap must be
positioned as low as possible on the pelvis.
The upper par t must be positioned in the
hollow of the shoulder.
The iner tia reels are fitted with an automatic
locking device which comes into operation in
the event of a collision, emergency braking
or if the vehicle rolls over. You can release
the device by pulling firmly on the strap and
releasing it so that it reels in slightly. In order to be effective, a seat belt must:
- be tightened as close to the body as
possible,
- be pulled in front of you with a smooth
movement, checking that it does not
twist,
- be used to restrain only one person,
- not bear any trace of cuts or fraying,
- not be conver ted or modified to avoid
affecting its per formance.
In accordance with current safety regulations,
for all repairs on your vehicle, go to a
qualified workshop with the skills and
equipment needed, which a CITROËN dealer
is able to provide.
Have your seat belts checked regularly by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop,
par ticularly if the straps show signs of
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy water or
a textile cleaning product, sold by CITROËN
dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or rear bench
seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned
and reeled in correctly.
Recommendations for children
Use a suitable child seat if the passenger is
less than 12 years old or shor ter than one
and a half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure
more than one person.
Never allow a child to travel on your lap.
In the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and seriousness
of the impact
, the pretensioning device may
be deployed before and independently of the
airbags. Deployment of the pretensioners is
accompanied by a slight discharge of
harmless smoke and a noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic car tridge
incorporated in the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp
comes on.
Following an impact, have the seat belts
system checked, and if necessary replaced,
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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165Driving
Manual operation
D
disappears and the gears engaged
appear in succession on the
instrument panel.
If the engine speed is too low or
too high, the gear selected flashes for a few
seconds, then the actual gear engaged is
displayed.
It is possible to change from position D
(automatic) to position M
(manual) at any time.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving
very slowly, the gearbox selects gear M1
automatically.
The spor t and snow programmes do not
operate in manual mode.
Invalid value during manual
operation
)
Select position M
for sequential
changing
of the four gears.
)
Push the lever towards the +
sign to
change up a gear.
)
Pull the lever towards the -
sign to change
down a gear.
It is only possible to change from one gear to
another if the vehicle speed and engine speed
permit; other wise, the gearbox will operate
temporarily in automatic mode. This symbol is displayed if a gear
is not engaged correctly (selector
between two positions).
Stopping the vehicle
Before switching off the engine, you can engage
position P
or N
to place the gearbox in neutral.
In both cases, apply the parking brake to
immobilise the vehicle. When the ignition is on, the lighting
of this warning lamp, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message in the
multifunction screen, indicates a gearbox fault.
In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up
mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel
a substantial knock when changing from P
to R
and from N
to R
. This will not cause any
damage to the gearbox.
Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed
restrictions permitting.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
Operating fault
If the lever is not in position P
,
when the driver's door is opened or
approximately 45 seconds after the
ignition is switched off, a message
appears in the multifunction screen.
)
Return the lever to position P
; the
message disappears.
There is a risk of damage to the
gearbox:
- if you press the accelerator and
brake pedals at the same time,
- if you force the movement of the
gear lever from the P
position to
another position when the battery
is flat.
To reduce fuel consumption when at
a prolonged standstill with the engine
running (traffic jam...), put the gear lever in
the N
position and apply the parking brake.
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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.
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199Practical information
Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does
not block traffic: the ground must be
level, stable and not slippery.
Apply the parking brake, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear * to lock
the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be changed.
It is imperative that you ensure that the
occupants get out of the vehicle and
wait where they are safe.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.
List of operations
)
Remove the chromed bolt cover from each
of the bolts using the tool 3
(alloy wheels
only).
)
Fit the socket 4
on the wheelbrace 1
to
slacken the security bolt (if your vehicle is
fitted with them).
)
Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.
*
position P
for an automatic gearbox.
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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 .
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221Practical information
Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To gain access to it:
)
open the boot,
)
raise the floor,
)
remove the polystyrene storage box,
)
remove the towing eye from the holder.
Access to the tools
General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle.
The driver must stay at the wheel of the towed vehicle.
Driving on motor ways and fast roads is prohibited when towing.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing
bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for
braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery ser vice:
- vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,
- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release
the parking brake,
- towing with only two wheels on the ground,
- where there is no approved towing bar available...
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)
On the front bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at the bottom.
)
Screw the towing eye in fully.
)
Install the towing bar.
)
Place the gear lever in neutral (position N
for an SensoDrive or automatic gearbox).
)
On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at the bottom.
)
Screw the towing eye in fully.
)
Install the towing bar.
)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
)
Move off gently and drive for a short
distance only.
Towing your vehicle
Towing another vehicle
Failure to obser ve this special condition
could result in damage to cer tain
components (braking, transmission...)
and the absence of braking assistance
the next time the engine is started.
)
Unlock the steering by turning the key one
notch in the ignition switch and release the
parking brake.
)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
)
Move off gently and drive for a short
distance only.