2013.5 Citroen DS4 RHD parking sensors

The function displays the following types of message:
The function deselects itself automatically:


- when you engage reverse gear,

- when you switch off the ignition,

- if measuring is not requested,

- within five minutes of selection of the
function,

- if the vehicle speed exceeds the
threshold of 45 mph (approx. 70 km/h) for
one minute.

If the lateral distance between your vehicle and
the parking space is too large, the system may
not be able to measure the space.
The system remains available after each
measurement and can therefore measure
several spaces in succession.
In poor or wintry weather, ensure that the
sensors are free of dirt, ice or snow.
The parking space sensor system deactivates
the front parking sensors when measuring
forwards.

Parking possible


Parking difficult


Parking not advised

If there is a fault, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

229Driving





Parking sensors

This system indicates the proximity of an
obstacle (person, vehicle, tree, gate, etc.)
which comes within the field of detection of
sensors located in the bumper.
Certain types of obstacle (stake, roadworks
cone, etc.) detected initially will no longer be
detected at the end of the manoeuvre due to
the presence of blind spots.

This function cannot, in any
circumstances, take the place of the
vigilance and responsibility of the
driver.
The system is switched on by engaging reverse
gear. This is accompanied by an audible signal.
The system is switched off when you exit
reverse gear.

Rear parking sensors


Audible assistance

The proximity information is given by an
intermittent audible signal, the frequency of which
increases as the vehicle approaches the obstacle.
The sound emitted by the speaker (right or left)
indicates the side on which the obstacle is located.
When the distance between the vehicle and
the obstacle becomes less than approximately
thirty centimetres, the audible signal becomes
continuous.




Visual assistance

This supplements the audible signal by
displaying bars in the multifunction screen
which move progressively nearer to the vehicle.
When the obstacle is near, the "Danger"
symbol is displayed in the screen.

Front parking sensors
Operating fault

In the event of a malfunction of
the system, when reverse gear
is engaged this warning lamp
is displayed in the instrument panel and/or a
message appears in the screen, accompanied
by an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. In addition to the rear parking sensors, the
front parking sensors are triggered when an
obstacle is detected in front and the speed of
the vehicle is still below 6 mph (10 km/h).
The front parking sensors are interrupted if
the vehicle stops for more than three seconds
in for ward gear, if no further obstacles are
detected or when the speed of the vehicle
exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).


The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed
or a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle
fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier
recommended by CITROËN).

In bad weather or in winter, ensure
that the sensors are not covered with
mud, ice or snow. When reverse gear is
engaged, an audible signal (long beep)
indicates that the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger
the audible signals of the parking
sensor system.


Deactivation/Activation of the
front and rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated by pressing this button.
The indicator lamp in the button comes on.
Pressing this button again reactivates the function.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off.

The sound emitted by the speaker
(front or rear) indicates whether the
obstacle is in front or behind.

Driving advice


Distribution of loads




Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine per formance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for every 1 000 metres of
altitude.


Side wind




Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.



Cooling

Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.



To lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.



If the warning lamp and the STOP

warning lamp come on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.

The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a genuine
CITROËN towbar is used.



Braking

Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a long
mountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.


Ty r e s




Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the
recommended pressures.



Lighting




Check the electrical lighting and signalling
on the trailer.

Refer to the "Technical data" section for
details of the weights and towed loads
which apply to your vehicle.

285Practical information





Accessories
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and parts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.



"Comfort":

door deflectors, side window blinds, rear
screen blind, isotherm module, coat hanger
fixed to head restraint, mobile reading lamp,
mirror for caravan, scented ar freshener and
cartridges, parking sensors...


"Transpor t systems":

child seats and booster cushions, boot carpet,
boot liner, boot net, boot spacers, transverse
roof bars, bicycle carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes,
DS roof boxes, towbars, wiring harnesses...

"Styling":

gear lever knobs, aluminium foot rest, alloy
wheels, chrome mirror shells...


"Security and safety":

anti-intrusion alarm, anti-tilt unit, stolen
vehicle tracking system, child seats and
booster cushions, breathalyser, first aid kit, fire
extinguisher, dog guard, pet seat belt, warning
triangle, high visibility vest, wheel security
bolts, snow chains, non-slip covers... If a towbar and wiring harness are fitted
outside the CITROËN dealer network,
the installation must be done following
the manufacturer's recommendations.

* To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:


- ensure that mats are correctly positioned
and secured,

- never fit one mat on top of another.



"Protection":

mats * , seat covers compatible with lateral
airbags, mud flaps, door protective mouldings,
bumper protection strips, vehicle cover,
protective covers for pets...



Conversion kits

You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to convert a
trade vehicle to a private car and vice-versa.

Exterior


Remote control 100 -107


- opening / closing

- antitheft protection

- starting

- battery


Lighting c ontrols 124 -128
Headlamp adjustment 130
Guide-me-home lighting 127, 128
Welcome lighting 129
Directional lighting systems 131-132
Changing bulbs 261-265


- front lamps

- front foglamps

- side repeaters

W iper c ontrols 13 3 -137
Changing a wiper blade 279

Door mirrors 94-95
Blind spot sensors 219 -221

D o o r s 113 -114


- opening / closing

- emergency control
Child lock 173
Electric windows 116 -117
A l a r m 11 0 -112

Fuel tank 118 -120
Misfuel prevention 121
Accessories 285-286
Roof bars 280

Braking assistance 178 -179
Trajectory control 179 -180
Tyre under-inflation detection 214-215
Tyre pressures 252, 295
Boot 115
Temporary puncture repair kit 248 -252
Changing a wheel 253 -259


- tools

- removing / refitting
Snow chains 260

Changing bulbs 266 -268


- rear lamps

- 3 rd
brake lamp

- number plate lamp


Parking sensors 229 -230
Parking space sensors 227-228
Towbar 283-284
Towing 281-282

395Alphabetical index
Paint colour code .......................................... 295
Parcel shelf, rear ........................................... 155
Parking brake ........................................ 202, 244
Parking brake, electric .......................... 194, 198
Parking lamps ............................................... 127
Parking sensors, front ................................... 230
Parking sensors, rear.................................... 229
Parking space sensor .................................. 227
Particle emission filter .................. 240, 241, 243
Passenger compartment filter ...................... 242
Personalisation ............................................... 60
Player, CD MP3 .....................................364, 365
Port, USB .............................................. 146, 366
Priming the fuel system ................................ 236
Protecting
children .........160, 161, 165, 167, 169 -171, 186
Puncture ........................................................ 248
Radio ............................................ 333, 334, 359
RCA sockets ................................................. 342
Rear screen (demisting) ............................ 87, 94
Recharging the battery ......................... 276, 277
Reduction of electrical load .......................... 278
Regeneration of the particle
emissions filter ............................................ 243
Reinitialising the electric windows ................ 116
Reinitialising the remote control ................... 106
Remote control .............................. 100, 102, 107
Removable screen
(snow shield) ............................................... 279Safety for children ......................................... 173
Satellite navigation system ............................. 68
Screen, colour and
mapping ........................................40, 305, 345
Screen menu map .........................345, 379, 380
Screen, monochrome ............................. 64, 379
Screen, multifunction
(with audio equipment) ...................64, 68, 358
Screenwash, front ......................................... 135
Seat adjustment ........................................ 88, 89
Seat belts .............................. 166, 181, 182, 184
R
S P
Removing a wheel ........................................ 256
Removing the mat ......................................... 151
Repair kit, puncture ....................................... 248
Replacing bulbs .................................... 261, 266
Replacing fuses ............................................ 268
Replacing the air filter ................................... 242
Replacing the oil filter ................................... 242
Replacing the passenger compartment
filter ............................................................. 242
Replacing wiper blades......................... 136, 279
Resetting the ser vice indicator ....................... 56
Resetting the trip recorder .............................. 58
Rev counter ......................................... 38, 39, 42
Reversing lamps ........................................... 266
Risk areas (update) ....................................... 312
Roof bars ....................................................... 280
Routine checks ..................................... 242, 244
Running out of fuel (Diesel) .......................... 236Seat, rear bench ............................................. 92
Seats, electric ................................................. 89
Seats, rear ....................................................... 92
Selector lever,
electronic gearbox system ......................... 204
Serial number, vehicle .................................. 295
Ser vice indicator ....................................... 55, 57
Ser vicing ......................................................... 34
Setting the clock ....................................... 64, 68
Short-cut menus ........................................... 306
Sidelamps ............................. 124, 127, 262, 266
Side repeater ................................................ 264
Ski flap .......................................................... 153
Snow chains .................................................. 260
Spare wheel .................................................. 253
Speed limiter .........................................222, 223
Speedometer ............................................ 38, 39
Spotlamps, side .................................... 129, 265
Start ............................................................... 275
Starting the vehicle .......................105, 204, 208
Steering mounted
controls ...............................................304, 357
Stopping the vehicle .....................105, 204, 208
Stop & Start ........................................ 74, 83, 86,
118, 216, 235, 242, 274
Storage .................. 144, 145, 147, 149, 150, 154
Storage compartments ......................... 144, 147
Storage drawer ............................................. 152
Storage net .................................................... 154
Stowing rings ................................................ 154
Synchronising the remote control ................. 106
Synthesiser, voice ......................................... 318
System, navigation........................................ 308