2012 Citroen C4 AIRCROSS RHD ECO mode

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Model with a rear foglamp only

rear foglamp
Rotate and release the rin
g C:) forwards a first time to switch on the front foglamps,)
forwards a second time to switch on the rear foglamp,)
rearwards a first time to switch off the rear foglamp,)
rearwards a second time to switch of thefront foglamps.
In good or rainy weather, both dayand night, the front foglamps and the rear foglamps are prohibited. In these situations, the power of their beams
may dazzle other drivers.
Do not forget to switch off the front foglamps and the rear foglamps when they are no longer necessary.
Model with front foglamps anda rear foglamp
Foglamp selection ring
.
The
y operate if at least the sidelamps are on.
) To switch on the rear foglamp, turn the ring C
forwards. )
To switch off the rear foglamp, turn thering C
rearwards.


front and rear fo
glamps

Lighting on reminder

An audible signal when the driver's door is opened warns the driver if the vehiclelighting is on, with the ignition off.
Switching off the lighting stops theaudible signal.

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The sensitivity of the automatic illuminationof headlamps can be configured via the colour screen "Equipment" menu.
In foggy weather or in snow, thesunshine sensor may detect sufficient light. The lighting will not come on automatically. Do not cover the sunshine sensor, the
associated functions will no longer becontrolled.
Automatic switching off
When the lighting control stalk is at "dipped or main beam headlamps", if the ignition switch
is at "LOCK" or "ACC" or if the key has been
removed from the ignition switch, the lamps switch off automatically when the driver's
door is opened .

Daytime running lamps
Daytime lighting which comes on automatically
when the engine is star ted making the vehicle
more visible to other users.
This
function is assured by special lamps.
The lighting control stalk must be placed in
position "0"
or "AU TO "(day mode).

Automatic illumination of headlamps
The sidelamps and the dipped beam headlampscome on automatically, without any action on the part of the driver, if a low level of exterior light is
detected or if the wipers are switched on.
When the li
ght returns to a sufficient level or the
wipers are switched off, the lighting is switched off
automatically.
The sensor is located at the base of the windscreen.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
to adjust the sensitivity of the sensor.

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Switching off
The manual guide-me-home lighting switchesoff immediately if you.


- flash the headlamps again,

- place the lighting control stalk in another
position,

- switch the ignition on (or select "ON" mode
for vehicle with the "Keyless Entry and Starting" system).

Manual guide-me-home
lighting
Switching on
)
Place the lighting control stalk in the "OFF"
position, or "AUTO" for vehicles that have it. ) Place the ignition switch on "LOCK" and remove the key (or select "OFF" mode for
vehicles that have the "Keyless Entry andStarting" system). ) Within one minute after switching off the
ignition, "flash" the headlamps using the lighting control stalk.
The headlamps come on for around30 seconds. ) A further "headlamp flash" within 60 seconds of switching the ignition to OFF (or selection of "OFF" mode for vehicles
with the "Keyless Entry and Star ting" system) reactivates the function for a
further 30 seconds. Te m p o r a r i l
y keeping the dipped beam headlamps
on after the vehicle's ignition has been switched
o
ff makes the exit of the vehicle's occupants easier
when the light is poor.

The duration of the guide-me-home
lighting can be set in the colour screen"Equipment" menu.

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Exterior welcome lighting Remote switching on of the lighting makes your approach to the vehicle easier in poor light.
It comes on when the vehicle is unlocked remotely.
Switching on
) Place the lighting control in
position "OFF" or "AUTO". ) Press the open padlock on the
remote control or the electronickey.
The sidelamps come on for about 30 seconds. For vehicles fitted
with automatic illumination of
headlamps, the welcome lightingonly comes on under conditions of low ambient light.




Switching off


The welcome lighting goes off immediately if:


- you press the open padlock on the remote control,

- you place the lighting control in another position,

- you switch on the ignition (or select "ON"
mode for vehicles fitted with the "Keyless
Entry and Star ting" system).




It is possible to choose the type of lamps switched on or to deactivate
the function via the colour screen"Equipment" menu.

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Certain windscreen wiper functions(intermittent operation, ...) can beconfigured via the colour screen"Equipment" menu.

Manual controls


Windscreen wipers
B.
intermittent operation or rain sensor sensitivity adjustment ring.
Windscreen wash
Pull the wiper stalk towards you. Thewindscreen wash then the wipers operate for aset time. The headlamp wash is also activated if the
dipped beam headlamps are on.


Headlamp wash

Press the end of the lighting stalk to activate
the headlamp wash, when the dipped beam
headlamps are on. sin
gle wipe.
park.
intermittent
(the speed can be set
manually).
or
automat
ic rain sensitive wipers(the speed can be set manually).
slow.
f
ast.
A
.wiping speed selection stalk:
Y
ou can increase or decrease:
- the wiping frequency when the intermittent
mode is active,
- the sensitivit
y of the rain sensor when theautomatic mode is active.


- "+": high sensitivity.

- "-": low sensitivity.


To reduce the consumption of screenwash fluid, the headlampwashers only operate with the firstoperation of the screenwash.

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Safety
Group of supplementary systems which helpyou to obtain optimum braking in complete safety in emergency situations:
- anti-lock braking system (ABS),
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD).























Braking assistance systems


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 surfaces.

Activation

The anti-lock braking system is active if the
vehicle speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h).
It is deactivated when the vehicle speed falls
below 3 mph (5 km/h).
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.


Operating fault

When the vehicle is stationar
y

If this warning lamp comes on, accompanied by
the indication on the instrument panel screen, it
indicates a malfunction of the anti-lock brakin
gsystem which could result in a loss of control of
the vehicle when braking.
The vehicle retains normal braking.
Drive carefully at moderate speed and contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop assoon as possible.
When braking in an emergency, pressvery firmly without releasing thepressure.

The warning lamp comes on for a fewseconds when the ignition is switched on (ON position). If it does not switch off or does not come on, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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When the vehicle is moving
If this warning lamp comes
on continuously it indicates a
malfunction of the anti-lock brakingsystem which could result in a loss of control of the vehicle on braking.
The two warning lamps comes on at the same time and the two warnings aredisplayed alternately in the instrumentpanel screen. When replacing wheels (tyres and rims), ensure that they conform to themanufacturer's recommendations.

The vehicle retains normal braking.
Drive carefully at moderate speed and contact
a CITROËN dealer or qualified workshop as
soon as possible. I
f these two warning lamps come on, linked with
the warnings on the instrument panel screen,
the
y indicate a malfunction of the electronic brake force distribution which could result in a loss of control of the vehicle on braking.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop.

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Practical information

















Changing a fuse
The extraction tweezer and spare fuses are
fitted in the engine compar tment fusebox.
To gain access to them: )Open the bonnet (refer to the "Checks"
section).
)Unclip the and remove the cover. )Remove the tweezer. )Carefully close the cover to ensure correct
sealing of the fusebox.
Access to the tools
Before changing a fuse, the cause of the failure
must be identified and rectified. ) Check that the switch is in the "LOCK"position or that the vehicle mode is "
OFF".)
Identify the failed fuse by checking thecondition of its filament. )
Use the special tweezer to extract the fuse from its location. )
Always replace the faulty fuse with a fuse of the same rating.)
Check that the number etched on the box,
the rating etched on the top and the tablesbelow all agree.

Changing a fuse
Good Failed


CITROËN will not accept responsibilityfor the cost incurred in repairing your vehicle or for rectifying the malfunctionsresulting from the installation of accessories not supplied and notrecommended by CITROËN andnot installed in accordance with its instructions, in par ticular when theconsumption of all of the additionalequipment connected exceeds 10 milliamperes.

Your vehicle's electrical system isdesigned to operate with standard or optional equipment.
Before installing other electrical equipment or accessories in your vehicle, contact a CITROËN dealer or aqualified workshop.


The replacement of a fuse not mentioned in the following tables may cause a serious fault on your vehicle.Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.