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Dynamic stability control (DSC)
and anti-slip regulation (ASR)The DSC system offers exceptional safety in normal driving, but this should
n
ot encourage the driver to take extra
r
isks or drive at high speed.
The
correct operation of the system
d
epends on observation of the
manufacturer's
r
ecommendations
r
egarding the wheels (tyres and rims),
t
he braking components, the electronic
c
omponents and the assembly and
r
epair procedures used by CITR
oËn
dealers.
After
an impact, have the system
c
hecked by a CITROËN dealer or a
q
ualified
w
orkshop.
Activation
These systems are activated automatically each time the vehicle is started.
As
soon as they detect a problem of grip or
t
rajectory, these systems act on the operation if
t
he engine and brakes.
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
g
round...), it may be advisable to deactivate
t
he DSC system, so that the wheels can move
f
reely and regain grip.
This
is
indicated
by
flashing
of
this
w
arning
lamp
in
the
instrument
panel.
Operating fault
But it is recommended that the system be r eactivated as soon as possible.
F
P
ress the button.
This warning lamp and the indicator lamp in the button come on: the DSC system no l
onger acts on the operation of the engine.
Reactivation
The system is reactivated automatically each time the ignition is switched back on or from
3
0 mph (50 km/h).
F
P
ress the button again to
r
eactivate it manually. If
this warning lamp comes on,
a
ccompanied by an audible signal
a
nd a message, this indicates a fault
w
ith the system.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
w
orkshop to have the system checked.
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Safety
