2013 Citroen C4 PICASSO instrument panel

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Practical information

Exiting economy mode

These functions are reactivated automaticallynext time the vehicle is driven.) In order to restore the use of these
functions immediately, star t the engine and let it run:
-
for less than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately five minutes,
- for more than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for up to approximatel
ythirty minutes.
Let the engine run for the duration specified toensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
Do not repeatedly and continuously restar t theengine in order to charge the battery.
A flat battery prevents the engine from star ting (refer to the "Battery" section).








Load reduction mode
System which manages the use of cer tain
functions according to the level of chargeremaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is bein
g driven, the loadreduction function temporarily deactivates certain functions, such as the air conditioning,
the heated rear screen...
The deactivated functions are reactivated automatically as soon as conditions permit.








Energy economy mode


Switching to economy mode
A message then appears in the instrument
panel screen indicating that the vehicle has
switched to economy mode and the activefunctions are put on standby.
If a telephone call is being made at this time, it
will be maintained for around 10 minutes with
the Bluetooth hands-free s
ystem of your audio
s
ystem.
S
ystem which manages the duration of use of certain functions to conserve a sufficient level
of charge in the battery.
After the en
gine has stopped, you canstill use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, windscreen wipers, dippedbeam headlamps, cour tesy lamps, etc. for a maximum combined duration of about forty minutes.

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Fuel
Capacity of the tank: approximately 57 litres (petrol) or 55 litres (Diesel).


Low fuel level
Refuelling
When the low fuel level is reached,
this warning lamp in the instrumentpanel comes on, accompanied by anaudible warning, a message and the
last bar of the fuel gauge comes on in orange.
) Take care to select the pump that delivers
the correct type of fuel for your vehicle.) Introduce the nozzle so as to push in themetal non-return flap A.)
Make sure that the nozzle is pushed in as
far as possible before star ting to refuel (risk
of blowback). ) Maintain this position throughout the
refuelling operation.) Push the fuel flap to close it.
If you are filling your tank to the top, do
not persist after the 3rd cut- off; this could cause malfunctions.
A label on the inside of the fuel filler flapreminds you of the type of fuel to use,
depending on your engine type.
Additions of fuel must be of at least 5 litres to
be registered by the fuel gauge. When it
first comes on, about 6 litresof fuel
remain in the tank.
Until sufficient fuel has been added, this warninglamp appears every time the ignition is switched
on, accompanied by an audible warning and amessage. This audible warning and message
are repeated with increasing frequency as the fuel level drops towards "0".
Refuel as soon as possible to avoid running out.
Opening the filler flap may result in an inrush of air. This is entirely normal and results from the
sealing of the fuel system.
) Press the rear edge of the flap to open it
(the filler cap is par t of it).
With Stop & Star t, never refuel with the
system in STOP mode; you must switchoff the ignition with the START/STOP button.

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Checking levels


Ta k e c a r e w h e n w o r k i ng under the bonnet, as certain areas of the engine may be extremelyhot (risk of burns) and the cooling fan could star t at any time (even with the ignition off).
Oil level

The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using theoil level indicator in the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.
Engine oil change

Refer to the maintenance and warranty guidefor details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, the use of
additives in the engine oil is prohibited.

Oil specifi cation

The oil must be the correct grade for your engine and conform to the manufacturer'srecommendations.
Check all of these levels re
gularly, in line with the maintenance and warranty guide. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Dipstick

There are two marks on the dipstick:
A= maximum
If you fill past this mark, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. B= minimum
Top up the level through the
oil filler orifice, using thecorrect grade of oil for your engine. The level must never be below this mark.
It will onl
y be correct if the vehicle is on level ground and the engine has been off for more
than 30 minutes.It is normal to top up the oil level between
two ser vices (or oil changes). CITROËNrecommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).
After topping up the oil, the check whenswitching on the ignition with the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel is not valid
durin
g the 30 minutes after topping up.

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fluids with the skin. Most of these fluids are harmful tohealth or indeed very corrosive.

Do not discard used oil or fluids into sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop (France) or to anauthorised waste disposal site.








Used products


To p p i ng up

The reser voir must be topped up without delay by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Diesel fuel additive level
(Diesel with particle
emissions filter)
The additive reservoir low level isindicated by fixed illumination of this
warning lamp, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message that
the par ticle emissions filter additive
l
evel is too low.
The warning lamp comes on when the ignition
is switched on, or ever
y time the stalk is
operated, until the reser voir is refilled.
Next time
you stop, refill the screenwash / headlamp wash reser voir.
Screenwash/headlamp
wash level low

In the case of vehicles fitted with
headlamp washers, when the fluid
reservoir low level is reached this
warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by
an audible signal and a message.

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Alphabetical index
Identification plates.......................................333Ignition on......................................................140Indicator lamps, status ..............................38-50Indicators, direction............. 222, 282, 285, 287Inflating accessories (using the kit)..............267Inflating tyres..................................................24Instrument panels .....................................33, 34
Instrument panel screen .........................35, 159Intelligent Traction Control............................228Interior fittings.......................................118,119Interior mood lighting....................................221ISOFIX child seats ................................252-256ISOFIX mountings......................................... 252
Jack.......................................................268-270Jack cable .....................................................356JACK socket ..................................................356Jukebox (playing)..........................................357
Labels, identification.....................................333Lamps, warning and indicator...................r38-50Lane Depar ture Warning System(LDWS) .......................................................185LED daytime running lamps..........................210Leg rest, electric.............................................90Level, brake fluid...........................................319Level, headlamp wash ..................................320Levels and checks.................................310-322Lighting, guide-me home......................206,207Lighting, interior....................................r219,221Lighting bulbs (replacement)................279-287Lighting control stalk ............................202,206Loading............................................................24Load reduction mode....................................298Locating your vehicle......................................63Locking from the inside...................................72Locking the doors ...........................................72Low fuel level................................................313Luggage cover..............................................r132Lumbar............................................................r89
Main beam ...................... 40,202, 279-281, 283Maintenance....................................................24Map reading lamps.......................................219Markings, identification.................................333Massage function ...........................................89Mat ................................................................123Memorising a speed.....................................167Menu...................................342,344, 346, 358,360, 362, 378,390,392
Number plate lamps ...................................... 287
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Keeping children safe....103, 234, 236, 243-259Key.....................................................61-71, 140Key, electronic ...........................................61-63Keyless Entry and Star ting.......................61-63
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Mirror, rear view............................................102Mirrors, door..................................r101, 102, 186Misfuel prevention.........................................315Modularity, seats.............................................99Motorised boot ..........................................76,77Motorway function(three flashes of the direction indicators)...222Mountings for ISOFIX seats .........................252Multimedia, rear............................................r127
Oil filter..........................................................r321Oil level....................................................53, 318Opening the bonnet......................................310Opening the boot ................................61,64, 75Opening the doors .................................... 61, 64Opening the panoramicsunroof blind...............................................220Operation indicator lamps .........................38-50
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Instruments and controls
Touch screen tablet 26-32 Equipment settings 28 -30 Setting the date/time 57 GPS Navigation / Multimedia audiosystem / Bluetooth telephone 337- 405 Ventilation 104-105 Heating 10 6 Dual-zone manual air conditioning 107-108 Dual-zone automatic air conditioning 109 -114 Demisting / defrosting 114 -115
Door mirrors 101-102 Electric windows, deactivating 82-83
5/6 -speed manual gearbox 149 Gear shift indicator 159

Automatic gear box 15 4 -15 8Electronic gearbox system 150-153 Gear shift indicator 159
Opening the bonnet 310

Cour tesy lamps 219
Rear view mirror 102
Panoramic sunroof 220Instrument panels 33-37 Lighting dimmer 55 Warning lamps 38 -50 Indicators 51-53 - service indicator - oil level indicator

Electric parking brake 141-147