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Manual gear changing
In the automated mode, you can take over
control temporarily at any time using the
steering mounted controls.
The use of these controls permits manual
selection of the gears in situations which
require a faster change down than that offered
in automated mode (arrival at a roundabout,
exit from a car park with a steep gradient,
over taking...).
The gearbox engages the gear requested if
the engine speed permits it. The gear engaged
appears.
To return to the automated mode, do one of the
following:
- press the back of the "+/OFF"
steering
mounted control 3
for approximately
2 seconds,
- move the gear lever quickly towards
position +/-
and then return it to position D
,
- stop the vehicle.
Stopping the vehicle
Operating fault
With the ignition on, if the message "Slow
down"
or "Service required"
appears in
the instrument panel screen, this indicates a
gearbox malfunction.
When a message is displayed, carry out the
following operations:
- slow down and stop your vehicle in a safe
place,
- place the lever in position P
and let the
engine run,
- open the bonnet to allow the engine to
cool.
If the message disappears for a long period,
you can set off again.
If the message remains displayed or appears
frequently, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop without delay. Before switching off the engine, you must place
the gear lever in position P
.
You must apply the parking brake to immobilise
the vehicle.
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Emergency release
If the battery is discharged or if the gear lever
locking mechanism is damaged, it is possible
for the gear lever to be locked in position P
,
even when you press the brake pedal firmly. However, if you have to move the vehicle,
release the gear lever using the following
procedure:
)
Apply the parking brake.
)
Switch off the engine if necessary.
)
Remove the cap A
, using a flat screwdriver
covered with a cloth.
)
Press the brake pedal firmly.
)
Put the ignition switch into position ACC
(ACC mode, if you vehicle has the Keyless
Entry and Starting system).
)
Insert the screwdriver into the aperture.
)
While pushing the screwdriver downwards,
move the gear lever to position N
.
You must contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop to have the
system checked
.
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Hill start assist
System which keeps your vehicle immobilised
temporarily (approximately 2 seconds) when
starting on a gradient, the time it takes to
move your foot from the brake pedal to the
accelerator pedal.
This function is only active when:
- the vehicle is completely stationary, with
your foot on the brake pedal,
- when certain conditions of gradient are
met,
- with the driver’s door closed.
The hill start assist function cannot be
deactivated.
On an ascending slope, with the vehicle
stationar y, the vehicle is held for a brief
moment when you release the brake pedal:
- if you are in first gear or neutral with a
manual gearbox,
- if you are in position D
with the CVT
gearbox.
Operation
On a descending slope, with the vehicle
stationar y and reverse gear engaged, the
vehicle is held for a brief moment when you
release the brake pedal.
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held in the hill start assist phase.
If you need to leave the vehicle while
the engine is running, apply the parking
brake.
Operating fault
If a fault occurs with the system, this warning
lamp comes on, accompanied by a message
in the instrument panel screen. Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop to
have the system checked.
When the engine is not running,
including periods on standby with
the Stop & Start (AS&G) system, the
function is not operative.
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Stop & Start (Auto Stop & Go) function
Operation
Going into engine STOP mode
The "AS &G"
warning lamp comes on in
the instrument panel or the instrument
panel screen and the engine goes into
standby after a few seconds:
- with a manual gearbox
, with the vehicle
stationary and your foot on the brake, when
you put the gear lever into neutral and
release the clutch pedal.
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition
with the key or the START/STOP
button.
When the engine is stopped
automatically, the operation of certain
vehicle systems, such as for example,
braking, power steering... are modified.
Ta k e c a r e
.
Special cases: STOP mode not
available
STOP mode is not invoked when:
- the driver's seat belt is not fastened,
- the bonnet is open,
- the vehicle has not exceeded 3 mph
(5 km/h) since the last engine start,
- the vehicle has restarted less than
10 seconds ago,
- the engine is needed to maintain a
comfortable temperature in the passenger
compartment,
- demisting is active,
- some special conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance,
ambient temperature...) where the engine is
needed to assure control of a system.
- the "AS &G"
warning lamp is
flashing in the instrument panel.
This operation is per fectly normal.
The Stop & Start (Auto Stop & Go) function puts the engine temporarily into standby during stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams, or other...).
The engine restarts automatically as soon as you want to move off. The restart takes place instantly, quickly and silently.
Per fect for urban use, the Stop & Start (Auto Stop & Go) function reduces fuel consumption and exhaust emissions as well as the noise level when
stationary.
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Cruise control
System which automatically maintains the vehicle speed at the value programmed by the driver, without any action on the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is switched on
manually:
the vehicle speed must be at least 25 mph
(40 km/h) and second gear or higher must be
engaged in the case of a manual gearbox.
The cruise control is switched off
manually, by
an action on the brake or clutch pedal or if the
ASC system is triggered.
The programmed speed can be exceeded
temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control cannot, in any
circumstances, take the place of the
need to comply with speed limits or of the
vigilance and responsibility of the driver. The controls of this system are grouped
together on the steering wheel.
1.
"ON/OFF"
button: activation / deactivation
of the cruise control mode.
2.
"COAST SET"
button: store a driving
speed and decrease the cruising speed.
3.
"ACC R ES "
button: increase the cruising
speed and recall the stored speed.
4.
"CANCEL"
button: stop control of the
vehicle's speed.
Steering mounted controls
When you press button 1
, the "CRUISE"
indicator comes on in the instrument panel.
Display in the instrument panel
Programming
)
Press button 1
.
)
Set the programmed speed by
accelerating to the required speed, then
press button 2 "COAST SET"
.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
release the accelerator pedal.
Switching off the ignition cancels any
programmed speed value.
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Increasing the programmed
speed
Decreasing the
programmed speed
Temporary acceleration/
deceleration
Temporary acceleration
Press the accelerator pedal as normal. When
the pedal is released, you return to the stored
speed.
)
Using button 2 "COAST SET"
:
- successive presses decrease the speed in
steps of approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
- a maintained press of this button
decreases the speed progressively.
Once the speed required has been reached,
release the button, the new speed is stored.
)
Using the brake pedal:
- brake to deactivate the cruise control, then
press button 2 "COAST SET"
. Release to
store the new speed.
)
Using button 3 "ACC RES"
:
- successive presses increase the speed in
steps of approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
- a maintained press of this button increases
the programmed speed progressively.
Once the speed required has been reached,
release the button, the new speed is stored.
)
Using the accelerator pedal:
- accelerate to reach the speed required,
then press button 2 "COAST SET"
.
Release the button to store the new speed.
Temporary deceleration
Press the brake pedal to reduce the
speed. To return to the stored speed, press
button 3 "ACC RES"
.
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When the cruise control is in operation,
pay attention if you press and hold one
of the programmed speed adjustment
buttons: this can result in a very rapid
change in the speed of your vehicle.
Do not use the cruise control on
slippery roads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep descent, the cruise control
will not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed speed.
To prevent the mat from becoming
caught under the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned
correctly,
- never fit one mat on top of another.
To deactivate the cruise control:
)
press the brake
or clutch
pedal, or
)
press button 1 "ON OFF"
, or
)
press button 4 "CANCEL"
.
Deactivating the function
Reactivating the function
When the cruise control has been deactivated
using the button 4 "CANCEL"
, you can return
to the stored speed by pressing button 3 "ACC
RES"
when you reach a minimum speed of
25 mph (40 km/h).
The cruise control may be deactivated
automatically:
)
when the vehicle reaches a speed below
20 mph (35 km/h),
)
when the active stability control system
(ASC) comes into operation.
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Safety
Group of supplementary systems which help
you 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 particular on poor or slippery sur faces.
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 stationary
If this warning lamp comes on, accompanied by
the indication on the instrument panel screen, it
indicates a malfunction of the anti-lock braking
system 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 as
soon as possible.
When braking in an emergency, press
very firmly without releasing the
pressure. The warning lamp comes on for a few
seconds 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.