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Instruments and controls
1. Steering lock and ignition.
2. Audio equipment steering mounted control
stalk.
3.
W
iper / screenwash / trip computer control
stalk.
4.
C
entral adjustable air vents.
5.
Storage.
or
N
avigation screen and scented air
freshener.
6.
S
unshine sensor.
7.
P
assenger's airbag.
8.
S
ide adjustable air vent.
9.
P
assenger's airbag deactivation switch.
10.
G
love box.
11.
D
ynamic stability control (DSC/ASR) switch
P
arking sensors switch.
C
entral locking switch.
H
azard warning lamps switch.
12 .
H
eating / air conditioning controls.
13.
A
udio system.
14 .
1
2 V socket (100 W max).
15.
U
SB port / auxiliary socket.
16.
C
u p h o l d e r.
17.
H
eated seat controls.
18.
P
arking brake.
.
Over view
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Warning lamps
Warning/indicator lampis on Cause Action / Observations
STOP
fixed, alone or
associated with
another warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message on the screen.The illumination of this warning lamp
is related to a serious fault with the
braking system, the power steering,
the engine oil pressure or the engine
coolant temperature. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so, as the engine may
cut out while driving.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Service temporarily,
accompanied by an
audible signal and
a message in the
multifunction screen. A minor fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp.
Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the
screen, such as, for example:
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e
ngine oil level,
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s
creenwash level,
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r
emote control battery,
-
s
tate of the bulbs,
-
s
aturation of the particle filter on Diesel vehicles
(refer to the corresponding section).
For any other faults, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
fixed, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message in the
multifunction screen. A major fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp.
Identify the fault by reading the message shown in the
screen and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated further by reading the
associated message in the multifunction screen.
If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.When the engine is running or the vehicle is
being driven, the illumination of one of the
following warning lamps indicates a fault which
requires action on the part of the driver.
1
Monitoring
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Windscreen wash
Pull the wiper stalk towards you. The
windscreen wash, then the windscreen wipers,
operate for a pre-determined time.
B.
R
ear wiper selection ring:
park,
intermittent wipe,
wash-wipe (set duration).
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will operate if the windscreen wipers are
operating.
Programming
The function is activated or deactivated via the
multifunction screen configuration menu.
This function is activated by default.
Rear wiper Wiping zoneThe curved shape of the rear screen results in
a smaller wiping zone.
If a significant accumulation of snow or
ice is present, or when using a tailgate
bicycle carrier, deactivate the automatic
rear wiper via the multifunction screen
configuration menu.
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Vertical windscreen wiper
position
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.
Activation
This is controlled manually by the driver by
pushing the stalk downwards to the "AUTO"
position.
It is accompanied by a message in the screen. This position allows the wiper blades to be lifted
for winter parking, cleaning or replacement
without damaging the bonnet.
In the minute following switching off of the
ignition, any action on the wiper stalk positions
the wipers vertically.
To park the wipers after this has been done,
switch on the ignition and operate the wiper stalk.
Switching off
This is controlled manually by the driver by
moving the stalk upwards then returning it to
position "0"
.
Operating fault
If an automatic wiping malfunction occurs, the
wipers will operate in intermittent mode.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.It is accompanied by a message in the
screen.
The automatic rain sensitive wipers
must be reactivated if the ignition has
been off for more than one minute, by
pushing the stalk downwards.
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, to avoid damaging the wiper
blades, it is advisable to wait until the
windscreen is completely clear of ice
before activating the automatic rain
sensitive wipers.
To retain the effectiveness of the flat
wiper blades, it is advisable to:
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h
andle them with care,
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c
lean them regularly using soapy
water,
-
n
ot use them to hold a sheet of
cardboard against the windscreen,
-
r
eplace them at the first signs of
w e a r.
5
Visibility
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Petrol engines
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.
A
i r f i l t e r.
4.
B
rake fluid reservoir.
5.
Battery.
6.
F
usebox.
7.
E
ngine oil dipstick.
8.
E
ngine oil filler cap.To avoid damaging the electrical units,
never use a high pressure jet wash in
the engine compartment.
10
Checks
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Diesel engine
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.
A
i r f i l t e r.
4.
B
rake fluid reservoir.
5.
Battery.
6.
F
usebox.
7.
E
ngine oil dipstick.
8.
E
ngine oil filler cap.The Diesel fuel system operates under
high pressure:
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N
ever carry out any work on this
system yourself.
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H
Di engines make use of advanced
technology.
All maintenance and repairs require
specially trained staff, which only a
CITROËN dealer can provide.
To avoid damaging the electrical units,
never use a high pressure jet wash in
the engine compartment.
Checks
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Coolant level
The coolant level should be close
to the "MA X" mark but should never
exceed it.
Fluid specification
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with plain water.
In wintry conditions, it is recommended that you
use an ethyl alcohol or methanol based fluid.
Coolant specification
The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Screenwash fluid level
When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.Top up the level when necessary.
The cooling fan may star t after switching
off the engine: take care with ar ticles and
clothing that might be caught by the fan
blades.
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised,
wait at least one hour after switching off the
engine before carrying out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When
the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and
top up the level.
Diesel additive level (Diesel
engine with particle filter) Used products
To p p i n g u p
This additive must be topped up by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop without delay. Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop (France) or to an
authorised waste disposal site.
The additive reservoir low
level is indicated by fixed
illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible
warning and a message in the
multifunction screen.
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"Multimedia":
semi-integral navigation systems, Bluetooth®
hands free kit, audio systems inter faced to
steering mounted controls, speakers,
DVD player, portable navigation systems,
mapping updates, Hi-Fi module, driving aid
assistant, rear multimedia support, telephone
and smartphone carriers, iPhone
® charger,
head-up display, 230 Volt socket, fleet
management unit,
... The fitting of electrical equipment or
accessories which are not recommended
by CITROËN may result in a failure of
your vehicle's electronic system and
excessive electrical consumption.
Contact a CITROËN dealer
for information on the range of
recommended equipment and
accessories.
Installation of radio
communication
transmitters
Before installing any after-market radio
communication transmitter, you can
contact a CITROËN dealer for the
specification of transmitters which can
be fitted (frequency, maximum power,
aerial position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/EC).By visiting a CITROËN
dealer, you can
also obtain cleaning and maintenance
products (interior and exterior),
including the ecological products in
the "TECHNATURE" range, products
for topping up (screenwash fluid...),
touch-up pens and paint aerosols the
exact colour of your vehicle, recharges
(cartridge for the temporary puncture
repair kit...), ... Depending on the legislation in force in
the country, certain safety equipment
may be compulsory: high visibility
safety vests, warning triangles,
breathalyzers, spare bulbs, spare fuses,
fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud flaps
at the rear of the vehicle.
Practical information