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.
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Warning lamp
is
indicates
Solution - action
Front/lateral/
curtain airbag flashing or
remains on. failure of an airbag. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop without delay. Chapter 4, "Airbags"
section.
Front
passenger
airbag
deactivated on. intentional deactivation of this
airbag in the presence of a
rearwards facing child seat. Chapter 4, "Airbags-children on board" section.
Low fuel level on with gauge
needle in the red
zone. that when it first comes on
approximately 8 litres
of fuel
remain. It is essential to fill the tank to avoid running out of fuel.
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel, this
could damage the emissions control and injection
systems.
Tank capacity: approximately 80 litres. remains on each
time the ignition
is switched on. not enough fuel added.
flashing. fuel supply cut off following a
serious impact. Restore the supply. Chapter 6, "Fuel" section.
EOBD emission
control system flashing or
remains on. malfunction of the system. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
Battery charge lit. fault in the charging circuit. Check the battery terminals, … Chapter 7, "Battery"
section.
flashing. placing of the active functions
on standby (economy mode). Chapter 7, "Battery" section.
remaining on,
in spite of the
checks. faulty circuit, injection or
ignition malfunction. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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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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Instruments and controls
FUEL GAUGE
The fuel level is tested each time the key is
turned to the "running" position.
The gauge is positioned on:
- 1:
the fuel tank is full, approximately
80 litres.
- 0:
the reserve is now being used, the
warning light comes on continuously.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE
The needle is positioned before the red
zone:
normal operation.
In arduous conditions of use or hot climatic
conditions, the needle may move close to
the red graduations.
What you should do if the warning lamp
comes on:
- stop immediately, switch off the ignition.
The fan may continue to operate for
a certain time up to approximately
10 minutes,
- wait for the engine to cool down in order
to check the coolant level and top it up if
necessary.
Refer to the "Fuel" section of chapter 6.
What you should do if the needle enters
the red zone:
Reduce your speed or let the engine run at
idle. Refer to the "Levels" section of
chapter 6. The reserve when the warning first comes
on is approximately 8 litres. As the cooling system is pressurised, follow
this advice in order to avoid any risk of
scalding:
- wait at least one hour after switching off
the engine before carrying out any work,
- unscrew the cap by 1/4 turn to allow the
pressure to drop,
- when the pressure has dropped, check
the level on the expansion bottle,
- if necessary, remove the cap to top up.
If the needle remains in the red zone, have
the system checked by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
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Operation
A few moments after the ignition has been
switched on, the spanner indicating a
service operation comes on; the display for
the total distance recorder gives (in round
figures) the distance remaining before the
next service. A few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the oil level is displayed, then the total
distance recorder resumes normal operation
showing the total and trip distances.
Less than 1 000 miles/km before the next
service is due
Each time the ignition is switched on and for a few
seconds, the spanner fl ashes and the number of
miles/kilometres remaining is displayed:
A few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the oil level is displayed, then the total
distance recorder resumes normal operation
and the spanner remains on. This indicates
that a service should be carried out shortly.
Service overdue
With the engine running the spanner
remains on until the service has been
carried out.
First of the two terms reached: the spanner
also comes on if the two-year interval has
elapsed.
The distance remaining before the next
service may be weighted by the time
factor, depending on the type of driving.
More than 1 000 miles/km before the next
service is due
Example:
4 800 miles/km remain before
the next service is due. When the ignition
is switched on and for a few seconds, the
screen shows:
This programmes service intervals according
to the use of the vehicle.
EMISSIONS CONTROLS
- CO (carbon monoxide),
- HC (unburnt hydrocarbons),
- NOx (nitrous oxides) or particles,
detected by oxygen sensors placed
upstream and downstream of the
catalytic converters.
The driver is warned of any malfunction
of this emission control system by the
illumination of this specific warning lamp in
the instrument panel.
There is a risk of damage to the catalytic
converter. Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
EOBD (European On Board Diagnosis)
is a diagnostics system which complies
with, among others, the standards
concerning authorised emissions of:
Each time the ignition is switched
on and for a few seconds, the
spanner fl ashes and the excess
distance is displayed. The points at which a service is due are
calculated from the last indicator zero reset.
The point at which a service is due is
determined by two parameters:
- the distance travelled,
- the time which has elapsed since the
last service.
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Gearboxes and steering wheel
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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
Manual mode
Manual sequential gear changing.
- Select gear lever position M
,
- push the gear lever towards the + sign
to change up, from 1 through to 6,
- conversely, push the gear lever towards
the - sign to change down.
You can change from position D
(automatic mode) to position M
(manual mode) at any time.
In manual mode, it is only possible to
change from one gear to another if the
vehicle speed and engine speed permit.
If they do not, the vehicle will operate
temporarily in automatic mode.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving
very slowly, the gearbox automatically
selects first gear.
Good practice
Never select position N
when the vehicle is
moving.
Never select positions P
or R
unless the
vehicle is stationary.
Never change between positions to optimise
braking on a slippery surface.
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 gear lever from
position P
to another position in the
event of a battery failure.
When the engine is at idle, brakes not
applied, if position R
, D
or M
is selected the
vehicle moves even without the accelerator
being pressed.
For this reason, do not leave children
unsupervised inside the vehicle, with the
engine running
.
Operating fault
Any operating fault is indicated by an
audible signal, accompanied by the
message "Automatic gear fault"
in the
screen.
In this situation the gearbox operates in
downgrade mode (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), keeping
within the limit of local speed restrictions.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.