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Localised Assistance Call
If you purchased your vehicle outside 
the CITROËN dealer network, we 
invite you to have a dealer check the 
configuration of these services and, if 
desired, modified to suit your wishes. 
In a multi-lingual country, configuration 
is possible in the official national 
language of your choice.
A fault with the system does not 
prevent the vehicle being driven. For technical reasons and in particular 
to improve the quality of "Telematic 
services" services to customers, the 
manufacturer reserves the right to 
carry out updates to the vehicle's on-
board telematic system.
A voice message confirms that the call has 
been made**.
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D
epending on the geographical cover of 
"Localised Emergency Call", "Localised 
Assistance Call" and the official national 
language selected by the owner of the 
vehicle.
The list of countries covered and Telematic 
services is available from dealers or at  
www.citroen.co.uk.Operation of the system
When the ignition is switched 
on, the green LED comes on for 
3 seconds indicating that the 
system is operating correctly.
The red indicator lamp flashes 
then goes off: there is a system 
fault.
For all countries except Russia, Belarus 
and Kazakhstan.
The red indicator lamp is on continuously: 
replace the back-up battery.
For Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan.
The red indicator lamp is on 
continuously: there is a system 
fault.
The red indicator lamp flashes: replace the 
back-up battery.
In either case, the emergency and assistance 
calls may not function.
Contact a qualified repairer as soon as 
possible. Press this button for more than 
2
  seconds to request assistance 
if the vehicle breaks down.
Pressing this button again immediately cancels 
the request.
The cancellation is confirmed by a voice 
message.
Geo-location
You can deactivate geo-location by 
simultaneously pressing the "Localised 
Emergency Call" and "Localised Assistance 
Call" buttons, followed by a press on "Localised 
Assistance Call" to confirm.
To reactivate geo-location, simultaneously 
press the "Localised Emergency Call" and 
"Localised Assistance Call" buttons again, 
followed by a press on "Localised Assistance 
Call" to confirm. 
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Intelligent traction control 
system ("Snow motion")
When this warning lamp comes on, 
coupled with the STOP and ABS warning 
lamps, accompanied by an audible signal 
and a message, it indicates that there 
is a fault with the electronic brake force 
distribution (EBFD).
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake force 
distribution (EBFD)
The fixed illumination of this warning 
lamp indicates that there is a fault 
with the ABS. Depending on version, your vehicle has a 
system to help driving on snow: intelligent 
traction control
.
This system detects situations of difficult 
sur face grip that could make it difficult to move 
off or make progress on deep fresh snow or 
compacted snow.
In these situations, the intelligent traction 
control  limits the amount of wheel spin to 
provide the best traction and trajectory control 
for your vehicle.
The use of snow tyres is strongly 
recommended on sur faces offering low levels 
of adhesion.
When changing wheels (tyres and 
rims), ensure that these are approved 
for your vehicle.
Normal operation of the ABS may make 
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake 
pedal.
In emergency braking, press ver y 
firmly and maintain this pressure.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
In both cases, have the system checked by a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop as 
soon as possible. The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive 
carefully at moderate speed. 
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Anti-slip regulation (ASR) / Dynamic stability control (DSC)
Operation
These systems are activated automatically 
every time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a 
problem of grip or trajectory.
Deactivation of the ASR
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle 
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft 
ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate 
the ASR, so that the wheels can turn freely and 
regain grip.
Reactivate the systems as soon as the level of 
grip permits.This is indicated by flashing of this 
warning lamp in the instrument panel.
F  
I
 n the Driving  menu, select the " Driving 
functions " tab, then " Traction control".
Deactivation is confirmed by a message.
The ASR system will no longer act on the 
operation of the engine or on the brakes in the 
event of an involuntary change of trajectory.Operating fault Reactivation of the ASR
The system is reactivated automatically every 
time the ignition is switched back on or from 
30   mph (50 km/h).
Below 30 mph (50 km/h), you can reactivate it 
manually:
F
 
I
 n the Driving  menu, select the " Driving 
functions " tab, then " Traction control".
Illumination of this warning lamp, 
accompanied by an audible signal 
and a message, indicates a fault with 
these systems.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop to have the systems checked.
ASR / DSC
These systems offer even greater 
safety during normal driving, but they 
should not encourage the driver to take 
extra risks or drive at excessive speed.
When traction deteriorates (rain, snow, 
ice), the risks of loss of grip increase. 
Therefore, for your safety, it is essential 
that these systems are left active in all 
conditions, and particularly in difficult 
conditions.
The operation of these systems 
is assured provided that the 
manufacturer's recommendations 
concerning the wheels (tyres and rims), 
the braking components, the electronic 
components and the CITROËN
  network 
fitting and repair procedures are 
complied with.
To ensure the effectiveness of these 
systems in winter conditions, it is 
essential that the vehicle is fitted with 
four snow tyres which will enable the 
vehicle to retain neutral handling.
After an impact, have the systems 
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
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Seat belt not fastened and unfastened alerts
Rear seat belts not fastened  
alert
The instrument panel includes a seat belt not-
fastened warning lamp A as well as an indicator 
of the location of the non-fastened belts B .
When the system detects a non-fastened 
or unfastened seat belt, the warning lamp A 
comes on as well as the corresponding points 
in the indicator B .
On switching on the ignition, engine running 
or the vehicle at a speed of up to 12 mph 
(20 km/h), the warning lamp A as well as the 
corresponding points in the indicator B come 
on for about thirty seconds, if one or more rear 
passengers have not fastened their seat belt.
Seat belts unfastened alert
Front seat belts not fastened 
alert
On switching on the ignition, the warning 
lamp A  comes on, as well as the 
corresponding
  points in the indicator B , if the 
driver and/or front passenger have not fastened 
their seat belt. At speeds above 12 mph (20 km/h), these 
alerts flash, accompanied by an audible signal 
for two minutes. After this period, these alerts 
remain on fixed, while the front seat belts are 
not fastened.
On switching on the ignition, the warning 
lamp
 A
  remains on, as well as the 
corresponding points in the indicator B , if the 
driver and/or one or more passengers have not 
fastened their seat belt.
At speeds above 12 mph (20 km/h), these 
alerts flash, accompanied by a message and 
an audible signal for two minutes. After this 
period, these alerts remain on fixed, while the 
seat belts are not fastened.
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The driver must ensure that passengers use 
the seat belts correctly and that they are all 
fastened before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle, 
always fasten your seat belt, even for short 
journeys.
Do not interchange the seat belt buckles as 
they will not fulfill their role fully.
The seat belts are fitted with an inertia reel 
permitting automatic adjustment of the 
length of the strap to your size. The seat belt 
is stowed automatically when not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the seat 
belt is reeled in correctly.
The lower part of the strap must be 
positioned as low as possible on the pelvis.
The upper part must be positioned in the 
hollow of the shoulder.
The inertia reels are fitted with an automatic 
locking device which comes into operation in 
the event of a collision, emergency braking 
or if the vehicle rolls over. You can release 
the device by pulling the strap firmly and 
then releasing it so that it reels in slightly.Recommendations for children
Use a suitable child seat if the passenger is 
less than 12 years old or shorter than one 
and a half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure more 
than one person.
Never allow a child to travel on your lap.
For more information on Child seats, refer 
to the corresponding section.
In order to be effective, a seat belt must:
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 b
e tightened as close to the body as 
possible,
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b
e pulled in front of you with a smooth 
movement, checking that it does not 
twist,
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b
e used to restrain only one person,
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n
ot bear any trace of cuts or fraying,
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n
ot be converted or modified to avoid 
affecting its performance.
In the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and 
seriousness of the impact , the 
pretensioning device may be deployed 
before and independently of the airbags. 
Deployment of the pretensioners is 
accompanied by a slight discharge of 
harmless smoke and a noise, due to the 
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge 
incorporated in the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp comes 
on.
Following an impact, have the seat belts 
system checked, and if necessary replaced, 
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
In accordance with current safety 
regulations, for all repairs on your vehicle's 
seat belts, go to a qualified workshop with 
the skills and equipment needed, which a 
CITROËN dealer is able to provide.
Have your seat belts checked regularly by 
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop, 
particularly if the straps show signs of 
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy 
water or a textile cleaning product, sold by 
CITROËN dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or rear bench 
seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned 
and reeled in correctly.
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Deactivation
When the ignition is on, this warning 
lamp comes in the instrument 
panel. It stays on while the airbag is 
deactivated.
Front airbags
Deployment
The airbags are deployed, except the 
passenger's front airbag if it is deactivated, in the 
event of a serious front impact to all or part of the 
front impact zone A , in the longitudinal centreline 
of the vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed 
from the front to the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the thorax and 
head of the front occupant of the vehicle and the 
steering wheel, driver's side, and the dashboard, 
passenger's side to cushion their for ward 
movement.
System which protects the driver and front 
passenger in the event of a serious front impact 
in order to limit the risk of injury to the head and 
thorax.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the 
steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is 
fitted in the dashboard above the glove box.
Only the passenger's front airbag can be 
deactivated.
F
 
W
 ith the ignition off, insert the key in the 
passenger airbag deactivation switch.
F
 
T
 urn it to the "OFF" position.
F
 
R
 emove the key keeping the switch in the 
new position. To assure the safety of your child, 
the passenger's front airbag must be 
deactivated when you install a rear ward 
facing child seat on the front passenger 
seat.
Other wise, the child would risk being 
seriously injured or killed if the airbag 
were deployed.
Reactivation
When you remove the rear ward facing child 
seat, with the ignition off
, turn the switch to 
the "ON"  position to reactivate the airbag and 
so assure the safety of your front passenger in 
the event of an impact.
When the ignition is switched on, 
this warning lamp comes on in the 
instrument panel for approximately 
one minute to signal that the front 
airbag is activated.
Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on in the 
instrument panel, you must contact 
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop to have the system checked.
The airbags may no longer be deployed 
in the event of a serious impact. 
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Lateral airbags
Deployment
A lateral airbag is deployed unilaterally in the 
event of a serious side impact applied to all or 
part of the side impact zone B, perpendicular 
to the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a 
horizontal plane and directed from the outside 
towards the inside of the vehicle.
The lateral airbag inflates between the hip and 
shoulder of the front occupant of the vehicle 
and the corresponding door trim panel. System which protects the driver and front 
passenger in the event of a serious side impact 
in order to limit the risk of injury to the chest, 
between the hip and the shoulder.
Each lateral airbag is fitted in the seat backrest 
frame, door side.In the event of a minor impact or bump 
on the side of the vehicle or if the 
vehicle rolls over, the airbags may not 
be deployed.
In the event of a rear or front collision, 
none of the lateral airbags is deployed.
System contributing towards greater protection 
for the driver and passengers (with the 
exception of the rear centre passenger) in the 
event of a serious side impact in order to limit 
the risk of injury to the side of the head.
Each curtain airbag is built into the pillars and 
the upper passenger compartment area.
Curtain airbags
Deployment
The curtain airbag is deployed at the same 
time as the corresponding lateral airbag in the 
event of a serious side impact applied to all or 
part of the side impact zone B, perpendicular 
to the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a 
horizontal plane and directed from the outside 
towards the inside of the vehicle.
The curtain airbag inflates between the front or 
rear occupant of the vehicle and the windows.
If this warning lamp comes on in the 
instrument panel, you must contact 
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop to have the system checked.
Operating fault
The airbags may no longer be deployed in the 
event of a serious impact.
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Fuel
Capacity of the tank: approximately 57 litres (petrol) or 55 litres (Diesel).
Low fuel levelRefuelling
When the low fuel level is reached, 
this warning lamp comes on in the 
instrument panel, accompanied by an 
audible warning and a message and 
the last bar of the fuel gauge comes 
on in orange.
F
 
T
 ake care to select the pump that delivers 
the correct type of fuel for your vehicle.
F
 
I
 ntroduce the nozzle so as to push in the 
metal non-return flap A .
F
 
M
 ake sure that the nozzle is pushed in as 
far as possible before starting to refuel  
(risk of blowback).
F
 
M
 aintain this position throughout the 
refuelling operation.
F
 
P
 ush the fuel flap to close it.
If you are filling your tank to the top, do 
not persist after the 3rd cut- off; this could 
cause malfunctions.
A label on the inside of the fuel filler flap 
reminds you of the type of fuel to use, 
depending on your engine type.
Additions of fuel must be of at least 5 litres to 
be registered by the fuel gauge.
When it first comes on, about 6 litres of fuel 
remain in the tank.
Until sufficient fuel has been added, this 
warning lamp appears every time the ignition 
is switched on, accompanied by an audible 
warning and a message. This audible warning 
and message are repeated with increasing 
frequency as the fuel level drops towards "
0".
Refuel as soon as possible to avoid running out.
Opening the filler flap may result in an inrush of 
air. This is entirely normal and results from the 
sealing of the fuel system.
F
 
W
 ith the vehicle unlocked, press the rear 
edge of the flap to open it (the filler cap is a 
part of it).
With Stop & Start, never refuel with the 
system in STOP mode; you must switch 
off the ignition with the START/STOP 
button. 
Practical information