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6-speed electronic gearbox system
F automatic mode: gear lever in position A,
F m anual mode: gear lever in position M ,
F

S
PORT mode: gear lever in position A and
a press on button 1 .
Six-speed electronic gearbox system which
offers a choice between the comfort of fully
automatic operation or the pleasure of manual
gear changing.
There are two driving modes:
-

a

utomatic
operation for electronic control
of the gears by the gearbox,
-

m

anual
operation for sequential gear
changing by the driver,
In automated mode, it remains possible to
change gear manually by using the steering
mounted control paddles, when overtaking, for
example.
a

SPORT
programme is available in automated
mode, providing a more dynamic driving style.
Mode selection
+. Change up paddle to the right of the steering
wheel.
F

P
ress the back of the "+" steering mounted
paddle to change up a gear.
-.

C
hange down paddle to the left of the
steering wheel.
F

P
ress the back of the "-" steering mounted
paddle to change down a gear.
Steering mounted control paddles
The steering mounted paddles cannot
be used to select neutral or to engage
or disengage reverse gear.
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Manual gear changing
This selective gear change mode enables you
to overtake, for example, while still remaining in
automatic mode.
F o
p
erate the + or - steering mounted control
paddle.
The gearbox engages the gear requested if the
engine speed permits.
After a few moments without any action on
the controls, the gearbox resumes automatic
control of the gears.
F

Sel

ect position A .
The gearbox continuously selects the most
suitable gear, depending on the:
-

s

tyle of driving,
-

p

rofile of the road,
-

v

ehicle loading.
Automatic operation
For optimum acceleration, for example
when overtaking another vehicle, press the
accelerator pedal firmly past the point of
resistance.
Manual operation
F Select position M .
The gear change requests are only carried out
if the engine speed permits.
It is not necessary to release the accelerator
during gear changes.
When braking or slowing down, the gearbox
changes down automatically to allow vehicle to
accelerate in the correct gear.
The SPORT programme is inoperative with
sequential operation.
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Mode selectionDisplays in the instrument panel
F automatic mode: gear lever in position D,
F m anual mode: gear lever in position M ,
F

S
PORT mode: gear lever in position D and
button A pressed,
F

S
NOW mode: gear lever in position D and
button B pressed. The position of the gear lever and the driving
mode are displayed in the instrument panel
dial C
.
A position grille associated with the gear lever
allows you to view the selected position.
Automatic gearbox
Automatic gearbox which offers a choice
between the comfort of fully automatic
operation, enhanced by the sport and snow
programmes, or manual gear changing.
Four driving modes are provided:
-

a
utomatic operation for electronic control
of the gears by the gearbox,
-

t
he SPORT programme for a more
dynamic driving style,
-

t
he SNOW programme to improve driving
when the grip is poor,
-

m
anual operation for sequential changing
of the gears by the driver. For safety:
-

p
osition P can be disengaged only
if you press the brake pedal,
-

w
hen a door is opened, an audible
signal is heard if the gear lever is
not in position P ,
-

a
lways make sure that the gear
lever is in position P before you
leave your vehicle.
If the gearbox is in position P but the
position of the gear lever is different,
reposition the gear lever on P so that
you can start the vehicle.
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Automatic operation
F Move the gear lever to position D. T
he gearbox constantly selects the
gear that is best suited to the following
parameters:
-

d
riving style,
-
ro

ad profile
-

v
ehicle load.
The gearbox operates without requiring any
intervention on your part.
For certain manoeuvres (for example
overtaking), you can obtain maximum
acceleration by pressing the accelerator pedal
hard down past the point of resistance, which
then produces an automatic change down to a
lower gear. When braking, the gearbox may change down
automatically in order to provide effective
engine braking.
If you lift your foot off the accelerator abruptly,
the gearbox will not engage a higher gear.
Manual operation
Position of the gear lever for manual gear
changing.
F

M
ove the gear lever to position M .
F

P
ush the gear lever towards the " +" sign to
change up a gear.
F

P
ull the gear lever towards the " -" sign to
change down a gear.
-

I
f the vehicle stops or reduces speed (for
example when approaching a stop sign),
the gearbox changes down automatically
to
first gear.
-

I
n sequential mode, it is not necessary
to release the accelerator during gear
changes.
-

A r
equest to change gear is accepted only
if the engine speed permits it.
-

T
he SPORT and SNOW modes do not
operate in sequential mode.
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SPORT and SNOW
programmes
SPORT programme "S"
These two special programmes supplement
the automatic operation in very particular
conditions of use.
F
W
ith the gear lever in position D and the
engine running, press button A .
The gearbox automatically favours a dynamic
driving style.
SNOW programme " T"
F With the gear lever in position D and the
engine running, press button B .
The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery
roads.
This programme makes moving off easier and
improves traction in conditions of poor grip.
T appears in the instrument panel.
S appears in the instrument panel.
Return to automatic operation
F At any time, press the button selected again to exit from the programme engaged
and return to auto-adaptive mode. A strong snatch may be felt when
selecting
R for reverse gear.
In the event of a fault, the gearbox is
blocked in one gear; do not exceed a
speed of 62 mph (100 km/h).
Do not turn off the engine while the gear
selector is in position D or R .
Never press the accelerator and brake
pedals simultaneously. Braking and
acceleration should be done with the
right foot only. Pressing both pedals
simultaneously may damage the
gearbox.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If the ambient temperature is
below
-23°C, the engine should be left
running at idle for four minutes, in order
to ensure the correct operation and
durability of the engine and gearbox.
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"Hydractive III +" electronic suspension
The suspension automatically and instantly
adjusts to different driving styles and to
the profile of the road, providing the best
compromise between occupant comfort and
vehicle road holding.
The system alternates between soft and firm
suspension settings, maximising comfort at the
same time as constantly ensuring the highest
level of safety. It also automatically corrects
ride height, according to the vehicle load and
driving conditions.
In addition, the "Hydractive III +" system
allows you to choose between two modes of
suspension.
A change of suspension mode can be made
either when the vehicle is moving or when
stationary, by pressing button A.
Display in the instrument panel
The suspension mode selected is displayed in
the instrument panel screen.
Normal mode
This mode favours soft damping for
maximum comfort.
If the speed authorised for a
particular position is exceeded, the
vehicle reverts automatically to the
normal road position.
SPORT mode
This mode favours dynamic driving. T
he warning lamp on button A comes
on in addition to the message in the
instrument panel screen.
SPORT mode is retained when you
switch off the engine.
Vehicle positions
Position changes may only be made when
the engine is running.
The adjustable ground clearance meets all
types of situation. Apart from a few specific
situations, the vehicle should be in the Normal
position.
F

P
ress once on one of the adjustment
controls.
The change in position is indicated by a
message on the instrument panel screen.
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