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Return to the main
instrument panel screen
display
Successive rotations of the left-hand thumb
wheel on the steering wheel allow you to return
to the main instrument panel screen display
(vehicle speed), via the navigation information
screen, then the screen displaying only the
total mileage and the trip mileage (bottom of
screen).You can display navigation information in
the
instrument panel screen by rotating the
left-hand thumb wheel on the steering wheel. This function allows you to check certain
indicators and display the log of alerts.
F
P
ress on button A.
The following information appears in turn in the
instrument panel screen:
-
R
epeat of the service indicator.
-
R
epeat of the range indicator for the
AdBlue
® and the SCR system for BlueHDi
Diesel versions.
-
R
epeat of the engine oil level indicator.
-
A
ny alert messages.
Check function
Display of navigation
information in the
instrument panel screen
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Engine oil temperature
gauge
Under normal operating conditions, the bars
should be within section 1.
In severe operating conditions, the bars may
extend into section 2 .
In this event, slow down, and if necessary,
stop the engine and check the levels (see the
corresponding section).
Coolant temperature
gauge
Under normal operating conditions, the bars
should be within section 1 .
In severe operating conditions, the bars may
extend into section 2 , the engine coolant
temperature warning lamp A and the STOP
warning lamp come on in the instrument panel.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so . Switch off
the ignition. The cooling fan may continue to
operate for a cer tain time .
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
If the SERVICE warning lamp comes on, check
the levels (see the corresponding section). On horizontal ground, illumination of the fuel
low warning lamp indicates that you are at the
reser ve level.
An alert message is displayed in the instrument
panel.
Fuel gauge
Indicators
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More than 1 700 miles (3 000 km)
remain before the next service
is due
When the ignition is switched on, no service
information appears in the instrument panel
screen.
Between 600 miles (1 000 km) and 1 800 miles
(3 000 km) remain before the next service is due
For a few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the spanner symbolising the service
operations comes on and a message is
displayed in the instrument panel indicating
the distance or time remaining before the next
service is due.
Example: 1 900 miles (2 800 km) remain
before the next service is due.
When the ignition is switched on, the
instrument panel screen temporarily indicates:
Less than 600 miles (1 000 km)
remain before the next service is due
For a few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the spanner symbolising the service
operations flashes and a message is displayed
in the instrument panel indicating the distance or
time remaining before the next service is due.
Example: 500 miles (900 km) remain before the
next service is due.
When the ignition is switched on, the instrument
panel screen indicates for a few seconds:
After the message disappears, the spanner
remains on alongside the mileage recorder as
a reminder that a service must be carried out
soon.
Service indicator
System which informs the driver when the
next service is due, in accordance with the
manufacturer's service schedule.
The point at which the service is due is
calculated from the last service indicator reset
to zero, according to the mileage covered and
the time elapsed since the last service.
A few seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the spanner goes off.
For BlueHDi Diesel versions, depending
on the country of sale, the degree of
deterioration of the engine oil may also
be taken into account.
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Service indicator
zero resetService overdue
For a few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the spanner flashes to indicate that
the service must be carried out as soon as
possible.
Example: the service is overdue by 300 miles.
When the ignition is switched on, the
instrument panel screen indicates:
The spanner remains on alongside the
mileage recorder to indicate that a service is
overdue. For BlueHDi Diesel versions, the
spanner may also come on early,
according to the level of deterioration
of the engine oil, which depends on the
driving conditions in which the vehicle
is used.
After each service, the service indicator must
be reset to zero.
If you have carried out the service yourself:
F
s
witch off the ignition,
F
p
ress and hold the trip distance recorder
zero reset button,
F
s
witch on the ignition; the distance recorder
display begins a countdown,
F
w
hen the display indicates "=0", release
the button; the spanner disappears.
Following this operation, if you wish to
disconnect the battery, lock the vehicle and
wait at least five minutes for the zero reset to
be taken into account.
For BlueHDi Diesel versions, the
Service
warning lamp also comes on
when the ignition is switched on. The spanner may come on if you have
exceeded the period since the last service,
as indicated in the manufacturer's service
schedule.
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Engine oil level indicator
The engine oil level is displayed in the
instrument panel screen for a few seconds
when the ignition is switched on, after the
servicing information.Oil level correct
This is indicated by the display of the message
"Oil level incorrect" in the instrument panel
screen, accompanied by the service warning
lamp and an audible signal.
Oil level indicator fault
In the event of a fault with the electric
indicator, the oil level is no longer
monitored.
If the system is faulty, you must check
the engine oil level using the manual
dipstick located under the bonnet.
For more information on Checking
levels, refer to the corresponding
section.
Oil level incorrect
This is signalled by the display of the message
"Oil level measurement invalid" in the
instrument panel screen.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a
check using the dipstick, the level must
be topped-up to avoid damage to the
engine.
For more information on Checking
levels , refer to the corresponding
section.
The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and the
engine has been off for more than
30
m
inutes.
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Monochrome screen C
Displays in the screenControls
Displays according to context:
-
t ime,
-
date,
-
e
xterior temperature with air conditioning
(the value displayed flashes if there is a
risk of ice),
-
p
arking sensor information,
-
a
udio functions,
-
a
lert messages. A.
A
ccess to the "Main Menu"
B.
C
ancel the operation or return to the
previous display
C.
S
croll through the screen menus
C
onfirmation at the steering wheel
D.
C
onfirmation at the audio system control
panel
Selection of the type of
information displayed (Mode)
Successive presses on the end of the
wiper stalk or on the MODE button of the
audio system permit selection of the type of
information presented in the multifunction
screen (date or audio system, CD, MP3).
For safety reasons, it is recommended
that the driver does not operate the
controls while the vehicle is in motion.
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Menus
Press this button on the control
panel, then the menu button
concerned.
Navigation
Depending on trim level or country of
sale, navigation may be unavailable,
optional or standard.
Radio Media
For more information on Audio
and telematics, refer to the
corresponding section.
Settings
Allows configuration of the display
and the system.
Internet
The connected services are
accessible using the Bluetooth
®,
Wi-Fi or MirrorLink™ connections. Telephone
For more information on Audio
and telematics
, refer to the
corresponding section.
Driving
Gives access to the trip computer. 1.
V
olume / mute.
For more information on Audio and
telematics , refer to the corresponding section.
For more information on Audio and
telematics , refer to the corresponding section.
For more information on Audio and
telematics
, refer to the corresponding section.
Depending on version, allows settings to be
adjusted for certain functions.
For more information on Driving, see the
corresponding section.
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Remote control key
System which permits central unlocking or locking of the vehicle using the lock or from a distance. It is also used to open the boot, locate and start
the vehicle, as well as providing protection against theft.
Unfolding / Folding the key
Complete unlocking using the
remote control
Unlocking the vehicle
F Press the open padlock to unlock the vehicle.
Complete unlocking using
the key
F Turn the key in the driver's door lock
towards the front of the vehicle to unlock it.
Selective unlocking using the
remote control
F Press the open padlock once to unlock the driver's door only.
Each unlocking is confirmed by rapid flashing
of the direction indicators for approximately two
seconds and by switching on of the courtesy
lamp.
Depending on version, the exterior mirrors
unfold at the same time as the first unlocking
action.
The complete or selective unlocking is set via
the vehicle parameters menu.
For more information on the Instrument
panels (and in particular the " Vehicle
parameters" menu), refer to the corresponding
section.
Complete unlocking is activated by default. F
P
ress the open padlock again to unlock the
other doors and the boot.
Selective unlocking is not possible
using the key.
Unlocking is confirmed by rapid flashing of
the direction indicators for approximately
two
seconds and lighting of the courtesy lamp
(if the function is activated).
According to version, the door mirrors unfold at
the same time.
F
First press this button to unfold / fold the key.
Access