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Warning lamp is indicates Solution - action
Particle
emission
fi lter on. a fault with the particle
emission fi lter (Diesel
additive level, risk of
blockage, ...). Have the fi lter checked by a CITROËN dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop. Chapter 6, "Levels" section.
Dipped beam
headlamps /
Daytime
running lams
on. a manual selection or
automatic illumination of
headlamps.
Turn the ring on the lighting control stalk to the
second position.
illumination 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 of the stalk towards
you. Pull the stalk to return to dipped beam
headlamps.
Direction
indicators fl ashing with
audible signal. a 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.
a manual selection. The foglamps only operate if the sidelamps or
dipped beam headlamps are on.
Rear
foglamps on.
a manual selection. The foglamps only operate if the sidelamps or
dipped beam headlamps are on. In conditions of
normal visibility, switch them off to avoid breaking
the law. "This lamp is a dazzling red."
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Trip recorder zero reset button
After this operation, if you wish to
disconnect the battery, lock the
vehicle and wait for at least fi ve
minutes, otherwise the zero re-set will
not be registered.
Zero re-set
Your CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop carries out this operation
after each service.
However, if you carry out the service
yourself, the re-set procedure is as
follows:
- switch off the ignition,
- press and hold the trip recorder reset button,
- switch on the ignition.
The display begins a countdown.
When the display shows "=0" , release
the button; the spanner disappears.
Engine oil level indicator
When the ignition is switched on, the
engine oil level is indicated for a few
seconds, after the service information. Oil level correct
Low oil level
Flashing of
"OIL" ,
linked with the
service warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a message in the
screen, indicates a low oil level which
could damage the engine.
If the low oil level is confi rmed by a
check using the dipstick, it is essential
that the level is topped up.
Oil level gauge fault
Flashing of "OIL--"
indicates a
malfunction of the
engine oil level
indicator. Contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualifi ed workshop.
The level read will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 30 minutes. Dipstick
A = maximum, never exceed
this level as a surplus of oil
may damage the engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualifi ed workshop
without delay.
B = minimum, top up the level
via the oil fi ller cap, using the
grade of oil suited to your
engine.
Lighting dimmer
With the ignition on, press
the button until the zeros
appear.
With the lighting on,
press the button to vary
the brightness of the
instruments and controls.
When the lighting
reaches the minimum (or
maximum) setting, release the button
then press it again to increase (or
reduce) the brightness.
As soon as the lighting is of the
required brightness, release the button.
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STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
When the vehicle is stationary,
release the steering wheel adjustment
mechanism by pulling the lever.
Adjust the steering wheel for height
and reach, then lock the mechanism by
pushing the lever fully forwards.
Acceleration
For optimum acceleration (e.g. to
overtake another vehicle), simply
press the pedal beyond the point of
resistance at the end of its travel, by
pressing down fi rmly.
Vehicle stationary, with the
engine running
In the event of a prolonged stop with
the engine running, the gearbox
changes automatically to neutral N .
Stopping the vehicle
Before stopping the engine, put the
gear selector in position N .
In all cases, it is essential to apply
the parking brake. Check that the
parking brake warning lamp is on in the
instrument panel.
Before doing anything in the
engine compartment, check that
the gear selector is in neutral N .
Changing gear
In situations of high engine speeds
(heavy acceleration), a change
up will not occur unless the driver
operates the electronic gearbox control
paddle. Pull on the "
+ " control
paddle to change up.
Pull on the " - " control
paddle to change
down.
- If the vehicle stops or reduces speed (for example when
approaching a stop sign),
the gearbox changes down
automatically, to fi rst gear if
needed.
- It is not necessary to release the accelerator completely during gear
changes.
- A gear change instruction is accepted only if the engine speed
permits.
- For safety reasons, depending on the engine speed, a change down
may be performed automatically.
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Good practice when stopping Good practice when starting
Diesel pre-heating warning
lamp
If the temperature is high
enough, the warning lamp
comes on for less than one
second, you can start without
waiting.
In cold weather, wait for this warning
lamp to go off then operate the starter
(Starting position) until the engine
starts. Door or bonnet open
warning lamp
If this comes on, a door or the bonnet
is not closed correctly, check!
Minimise engine and gearbox wear
When switching off the ignition, let the
engine run for a few seconds to allow
the turbocharger (Diesel engine) to
return to idle.
Do not press the accelerator when
switching off the ignition.
There is no need to engage a gear
after parking the vehicle.
STARTING AND STOPPING
Running and accessories position.
To unlock the steering, turn the
steering wheel gently while turning the
key, without forcing. In this position,
certain accessories can be used.
Starting position.
The starter is operated, the engine
turns over, release the key.
STOP position: steering lock.
The ignition is off. Turn the steering
wheel until the steering locks. Remove
the key.
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GOOD PRACTICE
Vents
"Leave them open"
For optimum distribution and diffusion
of hot or cool air in the passenger
compartment, there are adjustable
central and side vents which can
be directed sideways (right or left)
or vertically (up or down). For your
comfort while driving, do not close
them and direct the fl ow of air towards
the windows instead.
Air vents in the footwells and directed
towards the windscreen complete the
equipment.
Do not block the vents located at the
windscreen or the air extractor located
in the boot.
Dust filter, odour filter (activated
carbon)
This fi lter traps certain dust and limits
odours.
Ensure that this fi lter is in good
condition and have all of the fi lter
elements replaced regularly. Refer to the "Checks" section of
chapter 6.
Air conditioning
In all seasons, the air conditioning
should only be used with the windows
closed. However, if the interior
temperature remains high after a
prolonged period parked in the sun, do
not hesitate to ventilate the passenger
compartment for a few minutes.
Use the AUTO mode as much as
possible as it permits optimised
control of all of the functions: air fl ow,
passenger compartment comfort
temperature, air distribution, air
intake mode or air recirculation in the
passenger compartment.
Operate the air conditioning system
for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice
a month, to keep it in good working
order.
It is normal that the condensation
created by the air conditioning system
results in a fl ow of water which may
form a puddle under the vehicle when
parked.
If the system does not produce cold air,
do not use it and contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
Automatic mode: visibility
programme
The comfort programme (AUTO) may
not be suffi cient to quickly demist or
defrost the windows (humidity, several
passengers, ice).
In this case, select the visibility
programme. The visibility programme
indicator comes on.
It activates the air conditioning, the air
fl ow and provides optimum distribution
of the ventilation to the windscreen and
side windows.
It deactivates the air recirculation.
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Never drive with the head
restraints removed; they must be
in place and correctly adjusted. Adjustable armrest
To access the vertical position, raise
the armrest until it locks.
Lower the armrest to return it to a
position for use.
To remove the armrest, press the
release button from the vertical position
and move aside the armrest.
To put the armrest back in place, clip it
in the vertical position.
If the vehicle is fi tted with the additional
console and an armrest, to fold the
passenger seat to the table position
remove the console or the armrest.
Front heated seats control
Each front seat may be fi tted with a
control located on the side part of the
cushion.
Press to switch on the cushion heating.
Press again to switch it off.
Head restraint height adjustment
To raise the head restraint, slide it
vertically upwards.
To lower the head restraint, press the
button and slide the head restraint
vertically downwards.
The adjustment is correct when the
upper edge of the head restraint is
level with the top of the head.
To remove the head restraint, press
the button and pull the head restraint
upwards.
To re-install the head restraint, engage
the rods in the holes making sure they
are aligned with the seat back.
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Fully folded position
Example of operations for
the 1/3 section. They are identical for
the 2/3 section.
- Place the head restraints in the low position.
- If necessary, move the front seats forward.
- Press the grey control located on the upper part of the seat back.
- Fold the seat back onto the seat cushion. - Raise the grey control bar, located
at the rear of the seat cushion.
- Tilt the entire seat forward.
Putting back in place
Tilt the entire seat rearwards until it
locks.
Raise the seat back.
The seat is locked correctly when the
control (at the top of the seat back) is
no longer visible. Check that the seat is locked
on the fl oor securely when it is
returned to the sitting position.
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REAR SEATS (5 SEAT VERSION)
Head restraint
High position: lift and raise the head
restraint.
Low position: press on the head
restraint to lower it.
To remove the head restraint, after
raising it press the tab and lift the head
restraint.
To install the head restraint, engage
the rods of the head restraint in the
holes keeping it in line with the seat
back.
Each seat can be removed individually.
Each time a seat is returned to the
sitting position or after removing then
refi tting a seat, check that it is locked
on the fl oor securely.
The three independent rear seats
are fi tted with "comma" shape head
restraints.
The back of the centre seat, folded
onto the seat cushion, has a shell
which serves as a table with cup
holder.