2017 CITROEN C4 PICASSO wipers

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Guide-me-home headlamps
Manual
Activation
F W ith the ignition off, "flash" the headlamps
using the lighting control stalk.
F

A
nother "headlamp flash" switches the
function off.
Deactivation
Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off
automatically at the end of a given period of time.
Automatic
With the "Automatic headlamp illumination"
function activated (lighting control stalk
in the AUTO position), under low ambient
light, the dipped beam headlamps come on
automatically when the ignition is switched off.
Activation, deactivation and the duration of the
guide-me-home lighting are set in the touch
screen's Driving menu.
Select " Guide-me-home lighting " to activate
or deactivate the function.
To set the duration, select the icon of the
" Guide-me-home lighting " function.
Automatic illumination of
headlamps
To switch off the parking lamps, return the
lighting control stalk to the central position.
When the ring is at the "AUTO" position and
a
low level of ambient light is detected by the
sunshine sensor, the number plate lamps,
sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are
switched on automatically, without any action
on the part of the driver. They can also come
on if rain is detected, at the same time as
automatic operation of the windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to
a
sufficient level or after the windscreen wipers
are switched off, the lamps are switched off
automatically.Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction of the
s unshine sensor, the lighting comes
on, this warning lamp is displayed in
the instrument panel accompanied
by an audible signal and/or
a


message.
Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may
detect sufficient light. In this case, the
lighting will not come on automatically.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor,
integrated with the rain sensor and located
at the top of the windscreen behind the
rear view mirror; the associated functions
would no longer be controlled.
Front daytime running
lamps (LEDs)
The temporary illumination of the dipped beam
headlamps after the vehicle's ignition has been
switched off makes the driver's exit easier
when the light is poor.
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Wiper control stalk
Programming
Your vehicle may also include some functions
that can be configured:
-
a
utomatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers,
-
r

ear wiping on engaging reverse gear.
In wintry conditions, remove snow, ice or
frost present on the windscreen, around
the wiper arms and blades and the
windscreen seal, before operating the
wipers. Do not operate the wipers on a
dry
windscreen. Under extremely hot or cold
conditions, ensure that the wiper blades
are not stuck to the windscreen before
operating the wipers.
Manual controls
Without AUTO wiping
With AUTO wiping Windscreen wipers
The front windscreen wiper system is
fitted with a
safety device that inhibits its
function when detecting an obstacle such
as ice or snow.
The directional lighting can be activated or
deactivated in the touch screen.
In the Driving menu, select the "
Vehicle
settings " tab, then " Driving lighting " and
" Directional headlamps ".
Contact a

CITROËN dealer or a

qualified
workshop.
The windscreen wipers are controlled directly
by the driver.Wiping speed selection control: raise or lower
the stalk to the desired position.
Fast wiping (heavy rain).
Normal wiping (moderate rain).
Intermittent wiping (proportional to
the speed of the vehicle).
Of f.
Single wipe (press downwards or
pull the stalk briefly towards you,
then release).
or Automatic wiping (press down,
then release).
Single wipe (pull the stalk briefly
towards you).
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Automatic windscreen
wipers
The windscreen wipers operate automatically
once rain is detected (sensor behind the
rear view mirror), adapting their speed to the
intensity of the rain without any action on the
part of the driver.
Switching on
Give a short downwards push to the
c ontrol stalk.
A wiping cycle confirms that the
instruction has been accepted.
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and a
message is
displayed.
Switching off
Give the control stalk another brief
p ush downwards or place the control
stalk in another position (Int, 1
or 2).
This indicator lamp goes off in the instrument
panel and a
message is displayed. 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.
Operating fault
If a fault occurs with the automatic rain
s ensitive wipers, the wipers will operate in
intermittent mode.
Have them checked by a
CITROËN dealer or
a


qualified workshop. Do not cover the rain sensor, combined
with the sunshine sensor and located at
the top 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.
Rear wiper
In case of snow or hard frost, deactivate
the automatic rear wiper.
Rear wiper selection ring: Of f.
Intermittent wipe.
Wash-wipe (set duration).
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will come into operation if the windscreen wiper
is operating.
This function can be activated or deactivated in
the Driving menu.
Select the " Vehicle settings " tab, then
" Comfort " and "Rear wiper in reverse ".
In the event of snow or hard frost or
if a
bicycle carrier is fitted to a towing
device, deactivate the automatic rear
wiper via the vehicle parameters menu.
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F Pull the wiper control stalk towards you. The screenwash and then the wiper operate for
a


fixed duration.
A few moments after releasing the screenwash
control, there is one last wipe of the screen to
wipe away any excess.
Washer jet adjustment
Headlamp washFront screenwash and
headlamp wash
Screenwash and washer jets
The headlamp washers operate while the
vehicle is moving and the dipped beams are
on. However, to reduce the consumption of
the screenwash fluid, the headlamp washers
only operate with every seventh use of the
screenwash or every 25
miles (40 km) during
a


given journey.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This maintenance position allows you to
release the front windscreen wiper blades in
order to clean their rubber inserts or to replace
the blades. It can also be useful in winter to
release the wiper blades from the windscreen. F

I
n the minute following ignition switch-off,
any operation of the wiper control stalk will
position the wiper blades vertically.
When the system is no longer powered, at least
one minute after the ignition is switched off, it is
possible to move the arms manually.
F
T
o park the wiper blades again, gently fold
the arms onto the windscreen, switch on the
ignition and operate the wiper stalk.
To maintain the effectiveness of the wiper
blades, it is advisable to:
-
h
andle them with care,
-
c
lean them regularly using soapy
water,
-
a
void using them to retain cardboard
on the windscreen,
-
r
eplace them at the first signs of wear.
The arms must only be replaced by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
The front screenwash includes a

washer jet
height adjustment device.
If you wish to change the factory setting, turn
the screw of each washer jet anticlockwise,
towards the "+" to raise the jet or clockwise,
towards the "-", to lower it.
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Energy economy mode
System which manages the duration of use of
certain functions to conser ve a sufficient level
of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can
still use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, windscreen wipers, dipped
beam headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc. for
a
maximum combined duration of about forty
minutes.
Switching to this mode
A message appears in the instrument panel
screen indicating that the vehicle has switched
to economy mode and the active functions are
put on standby. If a
telephone call is being made at this
time, it will be maintained for around
10 minutes with the Bluetooth hands-free
system of your audio system.
Exiting the mode
These functions will be automatically restored
the next time the vehicle is used.
In order to restore the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it run:
-

f
or less than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately five minutes,
-

f
or more than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for up to approximately thirty
minutes.
Let the engine run for the duration specified to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
Do not repeatedly and continuously restart the
engine in order to charge the battery.
A flat battery prevents the engine from
starting.
For more information on the 12
V batter y,
refer to the corresponding section.
Changing a wiper blade
Before removing a front
w iper blade
Removing
F Lift the corresponding wiper arm.
F U nclip the wiper blade and remove it.
Refitting
F Position and clip the new wiper blade to the arm.
F

F
old down the wiper arm carefully.
Load reduction mode
System which manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as air conditioning,
heated rear screen, etc.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
F

W
ithin one minute after switching off the
ignition, operate the wiper control stalk to
position the wiper blades vertically on the
windscreen.
or
F

M
ore than one minute after switching off the
ignition, straighten the arms manually.
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Table of fuses
Fuse no.Rating Functions
F16 20
AHeadlamp wash.
F18 10


ARight-hand main beam headlamp.
F19 10


ALeft-hand main beam headlamp.
F29 40
AWipers.
Fuses in the engine
compartment
The fusebox is placed in the engine
compartment near the battery.
Access to the fuses
F Unclip the cover by pushing the 2 red
latches towards the back of the vehicle.
F

C
hange the fuse.
F

W
hen you have finished, close the cover
very carefully to ensure correct sealing of
the fusebox.
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12 V battery
General points
Lead-acid starter batteries
Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead.
They must be disposed of in
accordance with regulations and must
not, in any circumstances, be discarded
with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a
special collection
point.
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
All operations on the battery must be
carried out in a
well ventilated area and
away from naked flames and sources of
sparks, so as to avoid the risk of explosion
or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards.
Access to the battery
The battery (-) terminal is not accessible.
A remote earth point is located on the upper
part of the bonnet (next to the battery).
Starting using another
battery
When your vehicle's battery is discharged, the
engine can be started using a backup battery
(external or from another vehicle) and jump
leads or a
battery booster.
Never try to start the engine by connecting
a
battery charger.
Never use a
24 V or higher battery
b o o s t e r.
Check beforehand that the backup
battery has a
nominal voltage of 12 V and
a
capacity at least equal to that of the
discharged battery.
The two vehicles must not be in contact
with each other.
Switch off the electrical consumers on
both vehicles (audio system, wipers,
lighting, etc.).
Ensure that the jump lead cables do not
pass close to moving parts of the engine
(cooling fan, belts, etc.).
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal while
the engine is running.
The battery is located under the bonnet.
For access to the (+) terminal:
F

r

elease the bonnet using the interior lever,
then the exterior safety catch,
F

r

aise the bonnet and secure it with its stay,
F

l

ift the plastic cover for access to the (+)
terminal.
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Disconnecting the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state
of charge for starting the engine, it is
recommended that the battery be disconnected
if the vehicle is taken out of ser vice for a long
period.
Quick-release terminal clamp
F Switch off the ignition.
F S witch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, lighting, wipers, etc.).
F

S
witch off charger B before connecting the
cables to the battery, so as to avoid any
dangerous sparks.
F

E
nsure that the charger cables are in good
condition.
F

R
aise the plastic cover, if your vehicle has
one, on the (+) terminal.
F

C
onnect charger B cables as follows:
-

t
he (+) red cable to the (+) terminal of
battery A ,
-

t
he (-) black cable to earth point C on the
vehicle. Never try to charge a
frozen battery – risk
of explosion!
If the battery has frozen, have it checked
by a
CITROËN dealer or by a qualified
workshop who will check that the internal
components have not been damaged and
that the container has not cracked, which
would mean a
risk of toxic and corrosive
acid leaking.
F

A
t the end of the charging operation, switch
off charger B before disconnecting the
cables from battery A .
If this label is present, it is essential to
use only a 12 V charger to avoid causing
irreversible damage to the electrical
components related to the Stop & Start
system. Before disconnecting the battery:
F
c
lose all openings (doors, boot, windows,
roof),
F
s
witch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, wipers, lighting, etc.).
F
s
witch off the ignition and wait for four
minutes.
At the battery, detach the (+) terminal only.
Disconnecting the (+) terminal
F

Ra
ise the lever A fully to release the clamp B .
F

R
emove the clamp B by lifting it off.
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In the event of a breakdown