Access
KEY
This locks and unlocks the doors on the
vehicle, opens and closes the fuel filler cap,
as well as starting and stopping the engine.
REMOTE CONTROL ELECTRONIC IMMOBILISER
All of the keys contain an electronic
immobiliser device.
This device locks the engine supply system.
It is activated automatically when the key is
removed from the ignition.
After the ignition is switched on, a dialogue
is established between the key and the
electronic immobiliser system.
The metal part of the key must be unfolded
correctly for correct dialogue to take place.
Programming the remote control
Following changing of the remote control battery
or disconnection of the vehicle battery, the
remote control may have to be reprogrammed.
Wait at least one minute before using the
remote control.
Insert the key in the ignition switch with
the buttons (padlocks) of the remote control
facing you. Switch on the ignition.
Press the locking padlock for at least
five seconds within the next ten seconds.
Switch off the ignition.
Wait at least one minute before using the
remote control.
The remote control is now working again.
There is a risk of damage if the replacement
battery does not conform.
Use only identical batteries or batteries of
an equivalent type to those recommended
by CITROËN dealers.
Do not discard the remote control batteries,
they contain metals which are harmful to
the environment.
Deposit them at a CITROËN dealership, or
at any other approved collection point.
Changing the battery
Battery ref.: CR1620/3 volts.
The information "battery flat" is given
by an audible signal, accompanied by
a message on the display.
To replace the battery, unclip the casing
using a coin at the ring.
If the remote control does not work after the
battery has been changed, re-programme
the remote control.
If you lose your keys
Visit a CITROËN dealer with the
vehicle's V5 registration document and your
identification document.
A CITROËN dealer will be able to retrieve
the key code and the transponder code so
that a replacement key can be ordered.
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Access
Triggering
The siren sounds, the direction indicators
flash for approximately 30 seconds and the
red LED flashes rapidly.
- To switch it off, insert the key and switch
on the ignition.
When the alarm has been triggered ten
times in succession (when triggered for
the eleventh time) it is deactivated. Repeat
the rules for setting the alarm.
Malfunction
When the ignition is switched on, if the
red LED remains on for ten seconds, this
indicates a malfunction with the siren
connection.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Locking the vehicle without alarm
- Insert the key in the lock on the driver's
door and lock it.
Do not set the alarm when washing your
vehicle.
Failure of the remote control
When the alarm is set but the remote control
does not operate:
- Unlock the doors with the key and open
the door. The alarm is triggered.
- Switch on the ignition in the next ten
seconds. The alarm is disarmed.
Automatic setting of the alarm
Depending on the country in which the
vehicle is sold, the alarm is set automatically
approximately 2 minutes after the last door
is closed.
To prevent triggering of the alarm when a
door is opened, it is imperative to press the
remote control unlocking button again.
Do not make any modifications to
the alarm system as this could cause
faults.
Instruments and controls
Warning lamps
Each time the engine is started: a series of warning lamps comes on applying a check auto-test. They go off again almost immediately.
When the engine is running: the warning lamp becomes a warning if it remains on continuously or flashes. This initial warning may be
accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the screen.
Do not ignore these warnings.
Warning lamp
is
indicates
Solution - action
STOP on, associated
with another
warning
lamp and
accompanied by
a message in
the screen. major faults linked with the
"Brake fluid level", "Engine oil
pressure and temperature",
"Coolant temperature",
"Electronic brake force
distribution" and "Power
steering" warning lamps.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so, park,
switch off the ignition and call a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop.
Parking brake/
Brake fluid
level/EBFD on.
parking brake applied or not released correctly.
Releasing the parking brake switches off the warning lamp.
on. low brake fluid level. Top up using a fluid recommended by CITROËN.
remains on,
even though the
level is correct
and associated
with the ABS
warning lamp. failure of the electronic brake
force distribution.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so, park,
switch off the ignition and call a
CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop.
Engine oil
pressure and
temperature on while driving. insufficient pressure or
temperature too high. Park, switch off the ignition and allow to cool. Visually
check the level. Chapter 6, "Levels" section.
remains on,
even though the
level is correct. major fault. Call a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
ABS
ESP
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Warning lamp
is
indicates
Solution - action
Power steering on. system malfunction. The vehicle retains conventional steering without
assistance. Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Opening
detection on and
accompanied by
a message in
the screen. door not closed correctly. Check that the cab doors, the rear and side doors and
the bonnet are closed (if your vehicle is fitted with an
alarm).
Rear
suspension
with pneumatic
height
correction flashing. abnormal difference between
the detected sill height and the
optimum sill height. In automatic correction mode: drive slowly (approximately
6 mph (10 km/h)) until the warning lamp goes off.
In manual correction mode: return the sill which is
still at the upper or lower limit to an optimum height.
Chapter 3, "Rear suspension" section.
on when starting
or while driving. malfunction of the pneumatic
height correction. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
ABS remains on. malfunction of the anti-lock
braking system. The vehicle retains conventional braking without
assistance but you are advised to stop. Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
ESP flashing. ESP regulation triggered. The system optimises drive and permits improvement
of the directional stability of the vehicle. Chapter 4,
"Driving safety" section.
remains on. system malfunction. E.g.:
under-inflation of the tyres. E.g. Check the pressure of the tyres. Have them
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
remaining on
with the LED in
the button (on
the dashboard)
on. deactivation of the system at
the request of the driver. Operation of the system is deactivated.
Reactivation is automatic above 30 mph (50 km/h) or
after pressing the button (on the dashboard).
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Instruments and controls
Warning lamp
is
indicates
Solution - action
Brake pads on. brake pad wear. Have the pads replaced by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Dipped beam
headlamps/
Daytime
running lamps on. manual selection or automatic
lighting. Turn the lighting stalk to the second position.
lighting of the dipped beam headlamps
from the time the ignition is switched
on - daytime running lamps. Depending on the country in which the vehicle is sold.
Chapter 3, "Steering mounted controls" section.
Main beam
headlamps pulling the stalk towards you. Pull the stalk to return to dipped beam headlamps.
Direction
indicators flashing with
audible signal. change of direction via the
lighting stalk, to the left of the
steering wheel. To the Right: control to be pushed upwards.
To the Left: control to be pushed downwards.
Front foglamps
on. manual selection. The foglamps only operate if the sidelamps or dipped
beam headlamps are on.
Rear foglamps on. manual selection. The foglamps only operate if the sidelamps or dipped
beam headlamps are on. In conditions of normal
visibility, take care to switch them off to avoid any
penalty. "This light is a dazzling red."
Particle
emission filter on. a malfunction of the particle
emissions filter (Diesel additive
level, risk of clogging, ...). Have the filter checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop. Chapter 6, "Checks" section.
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Screen
is
indicates
Solution - action
Cruise control on. cruise control selected. Manual selection. Chapter 3, "Steering mounted
controls" section.
Speed limiter on. speed limiter selected. Manual selection. Chapter 3, "Steering mounted
controls" section.
Gear shift
indicat
or on. a recommendation that is
independent of the traffic
configuration and density. to reduce fuel consumption, change up on a manual
gearbox.
The driver retains responsibility for following this
indication or not.
Diesel pre-
heating on. climatic conditions requiring
pre-heating. Wait until the warning lamp goes off before operating
the starter.
Particle
emissions filter
on. a malfunction of the particle
emissions filter (Diesel additive
level, risk of clogging, ...). Have the filter checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Chapter 6, "Checks" section.
Presence of
water in the
Diesel filter on and
accompanied by
a message in
the screen. water in the Diesel filter. Have the filter bled by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay.
Chapter 6, "Checks" section.
Service
spanner on. service due shortly. Refer to the list of checks in the servicing booklet.
Have the service carried out by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Time displayed. adjustment of the time. Use the left-hand button on the instrument panel.
Chapter 2, at the beginning of the "Instruments and
controls" section.
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Reverse gear
In the 6-speed configuration, raise the collar
under the gear knob to engage reverse gear.
Never engage reverse gear before the
vehicle is completely stationary.
The lever should be moved slowly to reduce
the noise on engaging reverse gear. To change gear easily, always press the
clutch pedal fully.
To prevent the mat from becoming caught
under the pedal:
- ensure that the mat is positioned
correctly,
- never fit one mat on top of another.
When driving, avoid leaving your hand on
the gear knob as the force exerted, even if
slight, may wear the internal components of
the gearbox over time.
5-speed gearbox
6-speed gearbox
Gear shift indicator
In order to drive as fuel effi ciently as
possible with a manual gearbox, this
indicator lamp indicates to the driver
to change up.
The driver remains responsible
for deciding whether or not to follow this
indication, since the indicator lamp comes on
without taking into account the confi guration
of the road, the amount of traffi c and safety
factors.
The lighting of this indicator lamp cannot be
deactivated.
When reverse gear is engaged
and when changing down whilst
decelerating, the function is disabled.
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Gearboxes and steering wheel
AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
Selecting positions
- Move the lever select a position.
Once the position is selected, the
corresponding indicator light appears on
the instrument panel display.
Park: position of the lever for
parking.
To immobilise the vehicle or start
the engine. Reverse: position of the lever for
reverse gear.
To reverse the vehicle.
Neutral: position of the lever for
neutral.
To park the vehicle (parking brake
on) and start the engine. Drive: position of the lever for
driving.
To move the vehicle forwards in
automatic mode.
Manual: selection of the gears by
pushing or pulling the gear lever
(+ or -).
To move the vehicle forwards in
manual mode.