2013 Citroen C4 PICASSO steering wheel
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Driving
The system is deactivated automatically:
- on switching off the ignition,
- if the engine stalls,
- if no manoeuvre is star ted within 5 minutes
of selection of the t
ype of manoeuvre,
- after a prolonged stop of the vehicle during a manoeuvre,
- if the road wheel anti-spin regulation (ASR) is triggered,
- if the speed of the vehicle exceeds thestated limit,
- when the driver interrupts movement of the steering wheel,
- if the driver presses the Park Assist control.
- after 4 manoeuvre c
ycles,
- on opening the driver's door,
- if one of the front wheels encounters anobstacle.
The operation indicator lamp goes off in the
instrument panel and a message is displayed
accompanied b
y an audible signal.
The driver should then take back control of thevehicle's steering.
Deactivation
If the system is deactivated during a manoeuvre, the drive should reactivate it manually to repeat the measurement.
The s
ystem is switched off automatically:
- when towing a trailer,
- if the driver's door is opened,
- if the speed of the vehicle is above 42 mph(70 km/h).
To switch the system of for a prolonged period, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
In the event of a fault with the system,
this warning lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel and a messa
ge appears,
accompanied b
y an audible signal.
Operating faults
In the event of a fault with the power steering, this warning lamp
comes on in the instrument panel accompanied by an aler t message.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Switching off
If the lateral distance between your vehicle and the space is too great, the system maynot be able to measure the space.
Anything projecting beyond the envelopeof the vehicle (long or wide load) is not taken into account by the Park Assist system during a manoeuvre.
In bad weather or in winter, ensure thatthe sensors are not covered by road dir t, ice or snow.
In the event of a fault, have the systemchecked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
The indicator lamp
for the function flashes for a few seconds.
If the fault occurs during the use of
the system, the indicator lamp goesoff.
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Visibility
Cornering lighting
With dipped or main beams, this system makes use of the beam from a front foglamp to
illuminate the inside of a bend, when the vehicle speed is below 25 mph (approximately 40 km/h)(urban driving, winding road, intersections, parking manoeuvres...).w
ith cornering lighting
without cornering lighting
Switching on
This system starts:
- when the corresponding direction indicator
is switched on,
or
- from a cer tain angle of rotation of the steering wheel.
Switching off
The system does not operate:
- below a cer tain angle of rotation of thesteering wheel,
- above 25 mph (40 km/h),
- when reverse gear is engaged.
The cornering lighting can be activated or deactivated in the "Driving assistance menu"menu, then "Vehicle settings".
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Safety
Direction indicators
)Left: lower the lighting stalk passing thepoint of resistance. )Right: raise the lighting stalk passing the point of resistance.
Three fl ashes of the directionindicators
)Press briefly upwards or downwards,
without going beyond the point of resistance; the direction indicators will flash 3 times.
Hazard warning lamps
A visual warning by means of the directionindicators to alert other road users to a vehiclebreakdown, towing or accident. )
Press this button, the direction indicatorsflash.
They can operate with the ignition off.
Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on
the deceleration, the hazard warning lampscome on automatically.
The
y switch off automatically the first time youaccelerate. )
You can also switch them off by pressing
the button.
Horn
Audible warning system to alert other road
users to an imminent danger. )Press the central part of the steering
wheel.
Use the horn moderately and only in the following circumstances:
- immediate danger,
- over taking a cyclist or pedestrian
- approaching a location lacking
visibility.
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Safety
Under-inflation alert
Reinitialisation
This is given by fixed illumination of
this warning lamp, accompanied byan audible signal and, depending on
equipment, the display of a message.
A label reminds you of the need to reinitialise
the system every time one or more tyre
pressure is adjusted, and after changing one or
more wheels.
)Reduce speed immediately, avoidexcessive steering movements and sudden
braking . )Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
) In the event of a puncture, use the
temporary puncture repair kit or the spare
wheel (depending on equipment),or ) if you have a compressor, such as the one in the temporary puncture repair kit, check
the pressures of the four tyres when cold, or )
if it is not possible to make this check
immediately, drive carefully at reduced speed.
The loss of pressure detected does not always cause visible bulging of the tyre. Do not satisfy yourself with just a visual check. The aler t is maintained until the system is reinitialised.
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Safety
Deactivation
Only the passenger's front airbag can bedeactivated. )With the ignition off
, inser t the key in thefpassenger airbag deactivation switch. )
Turn it to the "OFF"position. )
Remove the key keeping the switch in the
new position.
When the ignition is on, this warning lamp comes in the instrument panel. It stays on while the airbag isdeactivated.
To assure the safety of your child, the passenger's front airbag must bedeactivated when you install a "rear facing" child seat on the front passenger seat. Other wise, the child would risk being seriously injured or killed if the airbagwere deployed.
Reactivation
When you remove the child seat, with theignition off, turn the switch to the f"ON"position to reactivate the airbag and so assure
the safety of your front passenger in the event
of an impact.
Front airbags
Deployment
The airbags are deployed, except the passenger's
front airbag if it is deactivated, in the event of aserious front impact to all or part of the front impact
zone A, in the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle
on a horizontal plane and directed from the front to
the rear of the vehicle.
The
front airbag inflates between the thorax andhead of the front occupant of the vehicle and the steering wheel, driver's side, and the dashboard,passenger's side to cushion their for ward movement.
System which protects the driver and frontpassenger in the event of a serious front impact
in order to limit the risk of injury to the head and
thorax.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is fitted in the dashboard above the glove box.
When the i
gnition is switched on,
this warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel for approximately
one minute to signal that the front
airbag is activated.
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Safety
Sit in a normal upright position. Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt. Do not leave anything between theoccupants and the airbags (a child, pet,object...). This could hamper the operation of
the airbags or injure the occupants. After an accident or if the vehicle has beenstolen or broken into, have the airbagsystems checked. All work on the airbag system must be carried out by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Even if all of the precautions mentioned are obser ved, a risk of injury or of minor burns to the head, chest or arms when an airbag is deployed cannot be ruled out. Thebag inflates almost instantly (within a few milliseconds) then deflates within the sametime discharging the hot gas via openings provided for this purpose.
Front airbags
Do not drive holding the steering wheel by its spokes or resting your hands on the centre part of the wheel.
Passengers must not place their feet on thedashboard.
If possible, do not smoke as deployment of the airbags can cause burns or the risk of injury from a cigarette or pipe.
Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or hit it violently.
For the airbags to be fully effective, observe the following safety rules:
Lateral airbags
Use only approved covers on the seats, compatible with the deployment the lateral airbags. For information on the range of seatcovers suitable for your vehicle, you can contact a CITROËN dealer. Refer to the "Accessories" section.Do not fix or attach anything to the seat backs (clothing...). This could cause injuryto the chest or arms if the lateral airbag isdeployed.Do not sit with the upper par t of the body anynearer to the door than necessary.
Curtain airbags
Do not fix or attach anything to the roof. Thiscould cause injury to the head if the cur tainairbag is deployed.
If fitted on your vehicle, do not remove the grab handles installed on the roof, they playa par t in securing the cur tain airbags.
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Practical information
A. "Sealant" or "Air" position selector. B.
On "I"
/ off "O"
switch.C.
Deflation button. D.Pressure gauge (in bar and p.s.i.). E.Compartment housing:
- a cable with adaptor for 12 V socket,
- various inflation adaptors for
accessories, such as balls, bic
ycle
tyres...
Description of the kit
The speed limit sticker Imust be affixed to the vehicle's steering wheel to remind you that a wheel is in temporary use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre repaired using this type of kit. F
.Sealant car tridge.G. White pipe with cap for repair.H.
Black pipe for inflation.I.
Speed limit sticker. The t
yre inflation pressures are given on this
label.
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Practical information
Towing the vehicle
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To gain access to it: )open the boot, )lift the floor and remove it, )remove the towing eye from its housing.
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your country. Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle. The person at the wheel of the towed vehicle must have a valid driving licence.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited. When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or steering. In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service: - vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road, - 4 wheel drive vehicle, - when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release theparking brake, - towing with only two wheels on the ground, - where there is no approved towing bar available...
Procedure
for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using the towing eye.
Access to the tools