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* Depending on version. Your vehicle may be fitted with an electrically operated fabric roof.
Electric fabric roof*
Electric opening and closing
The roof is opened and closed by pressing
the control at the interior lamp, in the opening
direction 1 and in the closing direction 2 .
In order to maintain the state of charge of
the battery, it is recommended that the roof
be operated with the engine running .
Operation of the roof is possible with
the ignition on and when driving.
Operation of the roof could cause
serious injuries: before operating the
roof, ensure that no occupant of the
vehicle or person outside the vehicle
could be subject to any risk related
to the movement of the roof and that
no object could inter fere with the
operation. During operation of the roof with just
the ignition on, starting the engine may
cause the roof to stop, depending on
the state of charge of the battery. To
have the roof continue the operation,
operate the control again after the
engine has started.
The asymmetric shape of the opening
control avoids closing the roof by
mistake.
Position of the roof
Position 0 : Roof completely closed.
Position 1 : Automatic stop position for the roof.
Position 2 : Roof completely open.
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Opening
F Briefly press the control in the opening direction to open the the roof in stages.
or
F
P
ress and hold the control in the opening
direction, until the manoeuvre is complete,
to open the roof completely.
P
ressing again stops the movement of the
roof.
Closing
F Briefly press the control in the closing direction to open the the roof in stages.
or
F
P
ress and hold the control in the closing
direction, until the manoeuvre is complete,
to close the roof to position 1 .
P
ressing again stops the movement of the
roof.
F
T
o close the roof completely, press and
hold the control (between positions 1
and 0 ) until the roof locks closed.
The closing manoeuvre of the roof
could cause serious injuries: take
particular care with children.
If the roof does not close correctly:
-
c
heck that nothing is blocking the roof
(ignition off),
-
r
epeat the closing command (with the
engine running).
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Operating fault
In the event of an electrical fault,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Protection of the electric motors
used for opening and closing the
roof
Following repeated opening and closing of the
roof, the electric motors may become too warm
and no longer allow the roof to be opened or
closed. Allow the motors to cool down with no
operation of the roof for 10 minutes.
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An aero-acoustic deflector is available to
improve the acoustic comfort of occupants of
the vehicle in certain driving conditions
(high speed), by reducing the turbulence in
the passenger compartment resulting from the
displacement of air.
On opening the roof, the aero-acoustic
deflector is deployed.
On closing the roof, the deflector folds away
automatically.
Aero-acoustic deflectorPrecautions for use
Never place objects on the roof,
whether open or closed.
Never sit on or place objects on the
transverse roof support when the roof
is open. In the event of prolonged storage of the
vehicle outside, it is recommended that
the roof be protected with a cover.
To avoid damaging the roof, do
not open it under snowy or frosty
conditions.
Never use sharp tools to remove ice or
accumulations of snow on the roof.
To limit the creation of folds in the roof
fabric, it is recommended that the roof
not be left open for long periods.
The vehicle's air conditioning system
should not be operated while the roof
is open. It is recommended that the roof be
closed when the vehicle is left parked.
Even if the roof is closed, it is prudent
not to leave any valuable objects inside
the vehicle.
When you leave the vehicle, switch off
the ignition and remove the key (take
the electronic key with you) to avoid any
unwanted operation of the roof.
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Starting - switching off the engine with the key
1. "LOCK " position.
2. " AC
C" position.
3.
"ON " position.
4.
" S
TA R T" position.
Ignition switch
For vehicle fitted with a manual gearbox:
F
I nsert the key in the ignition switch.
F
T
urn the key to position 2 .
F
U
nlock the steering column, by turning the
wheel slightly.
F
F
ully depress the clutch pedal.
F
P
ut the gear lever into neutral.
F
O
perate the starter by turning the key to
position 4 (S TA R T ) .
F
O
nce the engine is running, release
the
key.
T
he key returns automatically to position 3
(ON) .
Starting using the key
For vehicles fitted with an ETG gearbox:
F
I nsert the key in the ignition switch.
F
T
urn the key to position 2 .
F
U
nlock the steering column, by turning the
wheel slightly.
F
P
ress and hold the brake pedal.
F
P
ut the gear selector into position N .
F
O
perate the starter by turning the key to
position 4 (S TA R T ) .
F
O
nce the engine is running, release
the
key.
T
he key returns automatically to position 3
(ON) .
If you use the accessories for a
prolonged period (key in position 2
or
3 ), you risk discharging the battery.
Starting your vehicle will then no longer
be possible. Be aware.
Never leave the engine running in
an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation: internal combustion
engines emit toxic exhaust gases,
such as carbon monoxide. Danger of
intoxication and death. In very severe
winter conditions (temperatures
below
-23°C), it is necessary to allow
the engine to run for 4 minutes before
setting off, in order to ensure the
correct operation and durability of
the mechanical components of your
vehicle, the engine and gearbox.
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If you use the accessories for a
prolonged period, the vehicle will
automatically switch to "OFF" mode
after about 20 minutes.
Be aware in order to avoid discharging
the battery.
Starting - switching off the engine with the
Keyless Entry and Starting system
Changing the mode of
the vehicle
With the electronic key inside the
vehicle; each press on the " S TA R T/
STOP " button, with no action on
the pedals , changes the vehicle's
mode:
F
F
irst press (" ACC" mode).
T
he accessories (radio, 12V socket...) can
be used.
F
S
econd press (" ON" mode).
I
gnition on.
F
T
hird press (" OFF" mode).
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the
key, which would weigh down on its
blade in the ignition switch and could
cause a malfunction.
Key in ignition
If the key has been left in the ignition,
an audible signal is heard on opening
the driver's door.
F
I
mmobilise the vehicle.
Switching off
F With a manual gearbox: put the gear lever
into neutral.
F
W
ith an ETG gearbox: place the selector at
position N .
F
T
urn the key towards you to position 2
(ACC) .
F
P
ress in and turn the key to position 1
(LOCK) .
F
R
emove the key from the ignition switch.
F
T
urn the steering until the steering column
locks.
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Starting using
the electronic key
With the first press on the " S TA R T/
STOP " button, this indicator lamp
flashes slowly in the instrument panel. Depending on the ambient temperature,
each attempt at starting can take up to
around 30 seconds. During this period,
do not press the "
START/STOP" button
again, or release the clutch pedal or
brake pedal (depending on the type of
gearbox).
After this period, if the engine has not
started, press the " START/STOP"
button again for another attempt at
starting. If one of the starting conditions is
not met, the "Keyless Entry and
Starting" system indicator lamp flashes
in the instrument panel. In some
circumstances, it is necessary to
turn the steering wheel slightly while
pressing the "
START/STOP " button to
assist unlocking of the steering.
For vehicles fitted with a manual gearbox:
F
W
ith the electronic key inside the vehicle,
put the gear lever into neutral and fully
depress the clutch pedal. The presence of the electronic key in
the vehicle is essential for switching
on the ignition and starting only. Once
the engine has started,
make sure that
the electronic key remains with the
vehicle until the end of the journey:
other wise you would not be able to lock
the
vehicle.
F
P
ress and release the " S TA R T/
STOP " button.
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel. For vehicles fitted with an ETG gearbox
:
F
W
ith the electronic key inside the vehicle,
put the gear selector at N and press the
brake pedal.
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel.
F
P
ress and release the "
S TA R T/
STOP " button.
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Emergency switch-off
In the event of an emergency only, the engine
can be switched of without conditions. To do
this, press and hold the "START/STOP" button
for more than 2 seconds.
In this case the steering column locks as soon
as the vehicle stops.
Electronic key not
recognised
If the electronic key is no longer in the
recognition zone when driving or when you
(later) request switching off the engine, there is
an audible signal to warn you.
F
P
ress and hold the " S TA R T/
STOP " button for more than
2 seconds if you want to force
switching off the engine ( note
that restar ting will not be
possible without the key ).
Electronic engine
immobiliser
This locks the engine management system as
soon as the ignition has been switched off and
therefore prevents starting of the vehicle by
anyone who does not have the key.
The ignition key has an electronic chip which
has a special code. When the ignition is
switched on, the code must be recognised for
starting to be possible.
In the event of a malfunction, your vehicle will
not start.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Do not make any modifications to the
electronic immobiliser system.
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Manual parking brake
Applying
F Pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise your vehicle.
When the vehicle is being driven, if
the parking brake is still on or has
not been fully released, this warning
lamp comes on accompanied by an
audible signal.
Releasing
F Pull the parking brake lever up gently, press the release button then lower the
lever fully.
5-speed manual
gearbox
Engaging reverse gear
F Press the clutch pedal fully down.
F P ush the gear lever fully to the right then
backwards.
Only engage reverse gear when the
vehicle is stationary with the engine at idle.
When parking on a slope, direct your
wheels against the kerb, apply the
parking brake, switch off the ignition
and engage a gear (vehicles fitted with
a manual gearbox).
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