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When the dipped or main beam headlamps are on, this function, allows the light beams to better follow the road. The use of this function, coupled with the xenon headlamps and the cornering lighting, considerably improves the quality of your lighting round bends.
Directional lighting
with directional lighting
without directional lighting
Programming
Operating fault
The system is activated or deactivated in the vehicle configuration menu. The system is activated by default. The state of the system stays in memory on switching off the ignition.
This function is inactive: - when stationary or at low speeds, - when reverse is engaged.
If a fault occurs, this warning lamp flashes in the instrument panel, accompanied by a message in the screen. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers
The windscreen wipers operate automatically, without any action on the part of the driver, if rain is detected (sensor behind the rear view
mirror), adapting their speed to the intensity of the rainfall.
Switching on
Briefly push the control stalk downwards. A wiping cycle confirms that the instruction has been accepted.
Briefly push the control stalk downwards again, or place the control stalk in another position (Int, 1 or 2).
Switching off
The automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers must be reactivated by pushing the control stalk downwards, if the ignition has been off for more than one minute. This warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel and a message is displayed. This warning lamp goes off in the instrument panel and a message is displayed.
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Do not cover the rain sensor, linked with the sunshine sensor and located in the centre of the windscreen behind the rear view mirror. Switch off the automatic rain sensitive wipers when using an automatic car wash. In winter, it is advisable to wait until the windscreen is completely clear of ice before activating the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
Operating fault
If a fault occurs with the automatic rain sensitive wipers, the wipers will operate in intermittent mode. Have it checked by CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This position permits release of the windscreen wiper blades. It is used for cleaning or replacement of the blades. It can also be useful, in winter, to detach the blades from the windscreen.
To maintain the effectiveness of the "flat-blade" type of wiper blades, it is advisable to: - handle them with care, - clean them regularly using soapy water, - avoid using them to retain cardboard on the windscreen, - replace them at the first signs of w e a r.
Any action on the wiper stalk in the minute after switching off the ignition places the blades vertically on the screen. To park the blades again, switch on the ignition and operate the wiper stalk.
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1. Front - rear cour tesy lamp2. Front map reading lamp s
3. Rear map reading lamp s 4. Interior mood LEDs
Courtesy lamps
In this position, the courtesy lamp comes on gradually:
Front - rear courtesy lamps
Take care to avoid leaving anything in contact with the courtesy lamps.
With the "permanent lighting" mode, the lighting time varies according to the circumstances: - with the ignition off, approximately ten minutes, - in energy economy mode, approximately thirty seconds, - with the hybrid system active, unlimited.
- when the vehicle is unlocked, - when the electronic key is removed from the reader, - when opening a door, - when the remote control locking button is activated, in order to locate your vehicle.
It switches off gradually: - when the vehicle is locked, - when the ignition is switched on, - 30 seconds after the last door is closed.
Permanently off.
Permanent lighting.
Front - rear map reading
lamps
With the ignition on, press the corresponding switch.
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Electric child lock
Remote control system to prevent opening of the rear doors using their interior controls and use of the rear electric windows.
Switching on Switching off
Any other status of the indicator lamp indicates a fault with the electric child lock. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
This system is independent and in no circumstances does it take the place of the central locking control. Check the status of the child lock each time you switch on the ignition. Always remove the key from the ignition when leaving the vehicle, even for a short time. In the event of a serious impact, the
electric child lock is switched off automatically to permit the exit of the rear passengers.
With the ignition on, press this button. With the ignition on, press this button again.
The indicator lamp in the button comes on, accompanied by a message to confirm that the child lock is on. This indicator lamp remains on until the child lock is switched off. It is still possible to open the doors from the outside and operate the rear electric windows from the driver's control panel.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off, accompanied by a message to confirm that the child lock is off. This indicator lamp remains off while the child lock is switched off.
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Direction indicators
Lower the lighting control stalk fully when moving to the left. Raise the lighting control stalk fully when moving to the right.
Three fl ashes
Move the stalk briefly upwards or downwards, without going beyond the point of resistance; the corresponding direction indicators will flash 3 times.
If you forget to cancel the direction indicators for more than twenty seconds, the volume of the audible signal will increase if the speed is above 40 mph (60 km/h).
Hazard warning lamps
Press the button, the direction indicators flash. They can operate with the ignition off.
Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on the rate of deceleration, as well as when the ABS regulation is invoked or in the event of an impact, the hazard warning lamps come on automatically. They switch off automatically the first time you accelerate. You can also switch them off by pressing
the button.
This function can be used at any speed, but it is particularly useful for changing lane on fast roads.
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Dynamic stability control (DSC) and anti-slip regulation (ASR)
Activation
These systems are activated automatically each time the vehicle is started. As soon as they detect a problem of grip or trajectory, these systems act on the operation if the engine and brakes.
This is indicated by flashing of this warning lamp in the instrument panel.
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft ground...), it may be advisable to deactivate the DSC and ASR, so that the wheels can turn freely and regain grip.
Operating fault
Illumination of this warning lamp and the lamp in the deactivation button, accompanied by an audible signal and a message, indicate a fault with the system.
Reactivation
The systems are reactivated automatically each time the ignition is switched back on or from 30 mph (50 km/h). Below 30 mph (50 km/h), you can reactivate them manually:
Press this button.
The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The DSC and ASR systems no longer act on the operation of the engine and on the brakes in the event of a involuntary change of trajectory.
Press this button again. Reactivate the systems as soon as the level of grip permits.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop to have the system checked.
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Seat belts
Front seat belts Rear seat belts
The rear seats are each fitted with a seat belt, three-point anchorages with inertia reel and force limiter (except for the centre rear seat).
Fastening
Pull the strap, then insert the tongue in the buckle. Check that the seat belt is fastened correctly by pulling the strap.
Unfastening
Press the red button on the buckle. Guide the seat belt as it reels in.
The front seat belts are fitted with a pretensioning and force limiting system. This system improves safety in the front seats in the event of a front or side impact. Depending on the severity of the impact, the pretensioning system instantly tightens the seat belts against the body of the occupants. The pretensioning seat belts are active when the ignition is on. The force limiter reduces the pressure of the seat belt on the chest of the occupant, so improving their protection.