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Switching the ignition on
without starting
With the electronic key inside the vehicle,
pressing the "START/STOP " button, without
pressing any of the pedals , allows the
ignition to be switched on without starting the
engine (turning on the instrument panel and
accessories such as the audio system and the
lighting).
F
P
ress this button again to switch off the
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked.
Key not detected
Back-up starting
A back-up reader is fitted to the steering
column to allow the engine to be started if
the system does not detect the key in the
recognition zone, or when the battery in the
electronic key is discharged. F
W
ith a manual gearbox
, place the gear
lever in neutral, then fully depress the clutch
pedal.
F
W
ith an automatic gearbox
, select mode
P , then fully depress the brake pedal.
F
P
ress the "
START/STOP " button.
The engine starts.
Back-up switch-off
When the electronic key is not detected or is
no longer in the recognition zone, a message
appears in the instrument panel when closing
a
door or trying to switch off the engine.
F
T
o confirm the instruction to switch off the
engine, press the " START/STOP" button for
about five seconds.
Emergency switch-off
In the event of an emergency only, the engine
can be switched off without conditions (even
when driving).
Press the " START/STOP " button for about
5
seconds.
In this case, the steering column locks as soon
as the vehicle stops.
On certain versions with the EAT8
automatic
gearbox, the steering column does not lock.
F
P
lace and hold the remote control against
the reader. In the event of a
fault with the electronic key,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Electric parking brake
In automatic mode, this system applies the
parking brake when the engine is switched off
and releases it when the vehicle moves off.
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With the engine running and the brakes
released, if R, D or M is selected, the
vehicle moves off, even without pressing
the accelerator pedal.
Never press the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time – risk of damage
to the gearbox!
In the event of a
battery failure, you
must place the chocks supplied with the
vehicle tools against one of the wheels to
immobilise the vehicle.
Unlocking the gearbox
- From mode P :
F f ully depress the brake pedal,
F
press the Unlock button,
F
w
hile continuing to press the brake pedal
and the Unlock button, select another
mode.
-
F
rom neutral N , at a
speed below 3 mph
(5
km/h):
F
f
ully depress the brake pedal,
F
w
hile continuing to press the brake pedal,
select another mode.
Engaging reverse gear
F Slow down until you come to a stop.
F W ith your foot on the brake pedal, press the
Unlock button.
F
W
hile maintaining the presses, select
mode R .
Manual mode
Switching to the mode:
F
w ith mode D selected in advance,
F
p
ress button M ; the green indicator lamp in
the button comes on.
Exiting the mode:
F
p
ush for wards once to return to D .
or
F
p
ress button M ; the indicator lamp in the
button goes off.
Switching off the ignition
To switch off the ignition, the vehicle must be
stationary.
Changing to free-wheeling
To put the vehicle in free-wheeling mode, with
the engine switched off:
F
w
ith the vehicle stationary and the engine
running, select N ,
F
s
witch off the engine,
F
w
ithin 5 seconds, switch the ignition on
again,
F
w
ith your foot on the brake pedal, push the
selector for ward or back once to confirm N
and manually release the electric parking
brake,
F
s
witch off the ignition.
After this time limit, the gearbox engages mode
P ; it is then necessary to restart the procedure. If you open the driver's door while mode N
is engaged, an audible signal will sound. It
will stop when you close the driver's door
again.
Special aspects of automatic
mode
The gearbox selects the gear that offers
optimum per formance, taking account of the
exterior temperature, the profile of the road, the
load on the vehicle and the style of driving.
For maximum acceleration without touching the
selector, push the accelerator to the floor (kick-
down). The gearbox shifts down automatically
or holds the gear selected until the maximum
engine speed is reached.
The steering mounted controls allow the driver
to temporarily select a
gear, if the road and
engine speed permit.
Special aspects of manual mode
The change from one gear to another takes
place only if the road speed and engine speed
permit.
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Moving off
From mode P:
F F ully depress the brake pedal.
F
S
tart the engine.
F
M
aintaining pressure on the brake pedal,
press the Unlock button.
F
P
ush once or twice rear ward to select the
automatic mode D , or for ward to engage
reverse R .
From neutral N :
F
F
ully depress the brake pedal.
F
S
tart the engine.
F
M
aintaining pressure on the brake pedal,
push rear ward to select the automatic mode
D , or while pressing the Unlock button push
forward to engage reverse R .
Then, from D or R :
F
R
elease the brake pedal.
F
A
ccelerate progressively to automatically
release the electric parking brake.
The vehicle moves off immediately.
In severe wintry conditions (temperature
below -23°C), it is recommended that the
engine be allowed to run for a
few minutes
before moving off, to ensure the correct
operation and durability of the engine and
gearbox. If your vehicle has an automatic gearbox,
never try to start the engine by pushing
the vehicle.
Stopping the vehicle
Whatever the state of the gearbox when the
ignition is switched off, mode P is engaged
automatically and immediately.
However, in mode N
, mode P will be engaged
after a
duration of 5 seconds (allowing for the
process of putting the vehicle to free-wheeling).
Check that mode P has been engaged and
that the electric parking brake was applied
automatically; if not, apply it manually.
The corresponding indicator lamps
in the selector and the electric
parking brake control lever must
be on, as well as those in the
instrument panel.
Operating faults
Gearbox operating fault
This is signalled by the illumination of
this warning lamp, accompanied by the
display of a message and an audible
signal, when the ignition is switched on.
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
w orkshop.
Do not drive faster than 62
mph (100 km/h),
keeping to the speed limit.
The gearbox switches to back-up mode: mode
D is locked in third gear, the steering-mounted
control paddles are inoperative, mode M is no
longer available. You may feel a
pronounced
jolt when engaging reverse. This does not
present any risk for the gearbox.
Selector operating fault
Minor malfunction
You are alerted by this warning lamp
lighting up, accompanied by the display
of a
message and an audible signal.
Drive cautiously and go to a CITROËN dealer
o r a qualified workshop.
In certain cases, the selector lamps may not
come on, but the state of the gearbox is still
displayed in the instrument panel.
Major malfunction
You are alerted by the illumination of
this warning lamp.
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Stop as soon as it is safe to do so, away
from the traffic, and call a CITROËN
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
When the ignition is switched off, the
gearbox goes into mode P automatically.
Driving mode
1. ECO.
Press this button to activate/deactivate
"ECO " mode (confirmed by the
illumination/extinction of the indicator
lamp).
2.
S P O R T.
Press this button to activate/deactivate
" SPORT " mode (confirmed by the
illumination/extinction of the indicator lamp).
When the message disappears, the selected
mode is activated.
Each mode is independent and they cannot
be activated simultaneously. Activation of
one mode deactivates the other.
" SPORT " mode (depending on version)
With the engine running, when SPORT mode is
activated, the gearbox delays changing up for
a
more dynamic driving style.
Activating SPORT mode is not recommended
in the following situations:
-
A
SR/DSC deactivated,
-
l
ow fuel level reached,
-
l
ow AdBlue level reached.
In mode D , pressing this button activates the
SPORT programme.
" S " appears in the instrument panel.
Pressing this button again deactivates the
function.
Pressing this button has no effect when
towing a
connected trailer.
" ECO " mode
This allows fuel consumption to be reduced.
With the EAT8
gearbox, "free-wheeling" mode
may activate to save fuel. Take your foot fully
off the accelerator pedal to anticipate slowing
down.
SPORT or ECO mode is automatically
deactivated when the ignition is switched
of f.Hill start assist
System which keeps your vehicle immobilised
temporarily (approximately 2 seconds) when
starting on a
gradient, the time it takes to
move your foot from the brake pedal to the
accelerator pedal.
It is only active when:
-
t
he vehicle is completely stationary, with
your foot on the brake pedal,
-
c
ertain slope conditions are met,
-
t
he driver's door is closed.Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held in the hill start assist phase.
If you need to leave the vehicle with the
engine running, apply the parking brake
manually. Then check that the parking
brake warning lamp is on fixed on the
instrument panel.
The hill start assist function cannot be
deactivated. However, use of the parking
brake to immobilise the vehicle interrupts
its operation.
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Driving on flooded roads
Before entering into a flooded area, it is
strongly recommended that you deactivate
the Stop & Start system.
For more information on Driving
recommendations , particularly on
flooded roads, refer to the corresponding
section.
Deactivation/Reactivation
The function is activated by default when the
ignition is switched on.
To deactivate/reactivate the function: F
P
ress the button.
A message in the instrument panel confirms
the change of state.
When the function is deactivated, the orange
indicator lamp is lit; if the engine was in
standby, it restarts immediately.
Associated indicator lamps
Function activated.
Function deactivated or malfunction.
Operation
Opening the bonnet
Before doing anything under the bonnet,
deactivate the Stop & Start system to
avoid any risk of injury caused by the
engine restarting automatically.
Main conditions for operation
-
T
he driver's door must be closed.
-
T
he driver's seat belt must be fastened.
-
T
he state of charge of the battery must be
sufficient.
-
T
he temperature of the engine must be
within its nominal operating range.
-
T
he outside temperature must be between
0°C and 35°C.
Putting the engine into standby
(STOP mode)
The engine automatically goes into standby
as soon as the driver indicates the intention of
stopping.
-
W
ith a manual gearbox : at a
speed below
2
mph (3 km/h), with the gear lever in
neutral and the clutch pedal released.
-
W
ith an automatic gearbox :
•
W
ith the gear selector in mode D or M ,
at a
speed below 12 mph (20 km/h) for
BlueHDi 180
S&S versions, or below
2
mph (3 km/h) for PureTech 130/175 S&S
and BlueHDi 130
S&S versions, with the
brake pedal depressed.
•
W
ith the gear selector in mode N , at
a
speed of 0 mph (0 km/h).
•
W
ith the gear selector in mode P and
the brake pedal released, at a
speed of
0
mph (0 km/h).
Time counter
A time counter adds up the time spent in
standby during the journey. It is reset to zero
every time the ignition is switched on.
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Cruise control – particular
recommendations
For the safety of everyone, only use the
cruise control where the driving conditions
allow running at a constant speed and
keeping an adequate safety distance.
Remain vigilant when the cruise control
is activated. If you hold one of the speed
setting modification buttons, a very rapid
change in the speed of your vehicle may
o c c u r.
When descending a
steep hill, the cruise
control system cannot prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the set speed. Brake if
necessary to control the speed of your
vehicle.
On steep climbs or when towing, the set
speed may not be reached or maintained. Exceeding the programmed speed
setting
The speed setting can be exceeded
temporarily
by pressing the accelerator
pedal (the programmed speed flashes).
To return to the speed setting, release
the accelerator pedal (when this speed is
reached again, the display of the speed
stops flashing).
Operating limits
Never use the system in the following
situations:
-
i
n an urban area with the risk of
pedestrians crossing the road,
-
i
n heavy traffic (except versions with
the Stop & Go function),
-
o
n winding or steep roads,
-
o
n slippery or flooded roads,
-
i
n unfavourable climatic conditions,
-
d
riving on a speed circuit,
-
d
riving on a rolling road,
-
u
se of snow chains, non-slip covers or
studded tyres.
Programmable cruise
control
Refer to the General recommendations
on the use of driving and manoeuvring
aids and to Cruise control – par ticular
recommendations .
This system automatically keeps
the vehicle's speed at the cruise
value programmed by the driver
(speed setting), without using the
accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is switched on manually.
It requires a
minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph
(40
km/h).
With a
manual gearbox, it requires the
engagement of third gear or higher.
With an automatic gearbox, it requires the
engagement of mode D or of second gear or
higher in mode M .
The cruise control remains active after
changing gear regardless of the gearbox
type on engines fitted with Stop & Start.
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For more information on the Speed limiter or
Cruise control , refer to the associated section.
With this button, you can select a
memorised
speed setting to use with the speed limiter or
the programmable cruise control.
Highway Driver Assist
This system provides active assistance in
keeping the vehicle in position in its lane.
It associates the Adaptive Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function and Active Lane Keeping
Assist.
These two functions must be activated and in
operation.
These functions are especially suitable for
driving on motor ways and main roads.
For more information on Adaptive Cruise
Control and Active Lane Keeping Assist ,
refer to the corresponding sections. The system assists the driver in managing
the steering, acceleration and braking
within the limits of the laws of physics
and the capabilities of the vehicle. Some
road infrastructure elements or vehicles
present on the road may not be properly
seen or may be poorly interpreted by the
camera and radar, which may lead to an
unexpected change in direction, a lack of
steering correction and/or inappropriate
management of the acceleration or
braking.
Adaptive Cruise Control
Refer to the General recommendations
on the use of driving and manoeuvring
aids
and to Cruise control – par ticular
recommendations .
This system automatically maintains the
speed of your vehicle at a
value which you set
(speed setting), while keeping a
safe distance
from the vehicle in front (target vehicle), and
which has been set beforehand by the driver.
The system automatically manages the
acceleration and deceleration of the vehicle. With the Stop function
, the system manages
the braking until the vehicle stops completely.
With the Stop & Go function, the system
manages the braking until the vehicle stops
completely, and also manages its restarting.
To do so, it has a camera located at the top of
the windscreen and, depending on version, a
radar located in the front bumper.
Primarily designed for driving on main
roads and motor ways, this system only
works with moving vehicles driving in the
same direction as your vehicle.
If the driver operates a
direction indicator
to overtake a
slower vehicle, the cruise
control allows your vehicle to temporarily
approach the vehicle in front to assist
the overtaking manoeuvre, without ever
exceeding the speed setting.
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Some vehicles present on the road may
not be properly seen or may be poorly
interpreted by the camera and/or radar
(e.g. a lorry), which may lead to a poor
assessment of the distances and lead to
the vehicle inappropriately accelerating or
braking.
Steering mounted control UseActivate the system (when paused)
F With the engine running, turn the
thumbwheel 1 downwards to the CRUISE
position. Cruise control is ready to operate
(grey display).
Start cruise control and select
a speed
With a manual gearbox, your speed must be
b etween between 19 and 112 mph (30 and
180
km/h).
With an automatic EAT6
gearbox, your speed
must be between between 1.2
and 112 mph
(2
and 180 km/h).
With an automatic EAT8
gearbox, your speed
must be between between 0
and 112 mph
(0
and 180 km/h).
F
P
ress button 2 or 3: the current speed
becomes the speed setting (minimum
19
mph (30 km/h)) and cruise control is
immediately in operation (green displayed).
F
Press 3
to increase or 2 to decrease the
speed setting (steps of 5
mph (km/h) if held
pressed). Pressing and holding button 2
or 3 results
in a rapid change in the speed of your
vehicle.
1 ON ( CRUISE position)/OFF ( 0
position).
2 Activation of cruise control at the current
speed/decrease speed setting.
3 Activation of cruise control at the current
speed/increase speed setting.
4 Pausing/resumption of cruise control with
the speed setting previously stored.
Confirmation of the restarting of the
vehicle after automatic stop (versions with
Stop & Go function). 5
Use the speed suggested by the Speed
Limit recognition and recommendation
(MEM display).
6 Display and adjustment of the distance
setting to the vehicle in front.
Pause/resume cruise control
F Press 4 or press the brake pedal . To pause
cruise control, you may also:
-
s
hift from mode D to N ,
-
p
ress the clutch pedal for more than
10
seconds,
-
p
ress the electric parking brake control.
F
Press 4
to restart cruise control.
Cruise control may have been paused
automatically:
-
w
hen the speed of the vehicle goes below
19
mph (30 km/h) with a manual gearbox,
-
w
hen the speed of the engine goes below
1,100
rpm with a manual gearbox,
-
b
y triggering of the ESC system.
With an EAT6
gearbox, following braking of
the vehicle bringing it to a
complete stop, the
system holds the vehicle stationary; the cruise
control is paused. The driver should press
the accelerator pedal to move off, then above
1.2
mph (2 km/h), reactivate the system by
pressing one of the buttons 2 , 3
or 4.
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