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Driving recommendations 177
Starting/switching off the engine,
manual key, remote control
1
79
Starting/switching off the engine,
"
K
eyless Entry and Starting"
1
82
Anti-theft protection
1
86
Parking brake
1
86
Hill start assist
1
87
5-speed manual gearbox
1
88
6-speed manual gearbox
1
88
Gear ef ficiency indicator
1
89
Automatic gearbox
1
90
Electronic gearbox
1
95
Stop & Start
1
98
Head-up display
2
01
Memorising speeds
20
3
Recognition of speed limit signs and
recommendation
204
Speed limiter
20
7
Cruise control
2
10
Adaptive cruise control
2
13
Collision Risk Alert and
Active Safety Brake
2
19
Lane departure warning system
2
23
Fatigue detection system
2
24
Blind spot monitoring system
2
25
Parking sensors
2
28
Reversing camera, interior mirror
2
30
Visiopark 1
2
31
Under-inflation detection
23
4Fuel
237
Diesel misfuel prevention 23 8
Compatibility of fuels
2
39
Snow chains
2
40
Towing a trailer
2
41
Energy economy mode
2
41
Load reduction mode
2
42
Roof bars
2
42
Changing a wiper blade
2
43
Bonnet
2
44
Engine
245
Checking levels
2
46
Checks
248
AdBlue
® (BlueHDi engines) 2 50
Advice on care 2 54
Warning triangle
2
55
Running out of fuel (Diesel)
2
55
Tool box
2
56
Temporary puncture repair kit
2
58
Spare wheel
26
3
Changing a bulb
2
69
Changing a fuse
2
79
12
V battery
2
84
Towing
287Characteristics of the engines
and towed loads
2
89
Dimensions
292
Identification markings
2
93
CITROËN Connect Nav
CITROËN Connect Radio
Bluetooth audio system
Driving Practical information
In the event of a breakdown Technical data
Alphabetical index
Audio equipment and telematics
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Contents
14
Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
STOP Fixed, associated with
another warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message. Illumination of this warning
lamp is related to a serious
fault detected with the engine,
the braking system, the power
steering, etc., or a major
electrical fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop .
Parking brake Fixed. The parking brake is applied or
not properly released. Release the parking brake to extinguish the warning
lamp; keep your foot on the brake pedal.
Observe the safety recommendations.
For more information on the Parking brake
, refer to
the corresponding section.
Brakes Fixed. The brake fluid level has dropped
significantly. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid approved by CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Fixed, associated with
the ABS warning lamp. The electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system has
a fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Instruments
19
Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
Foot on the
brake Fixed.
The brake pedal must be
depressed. With an automatic or electronic gearbox, depress the
brake pedal, engine running, before releasing the
parking brake, to release the selector lever and come
out of position P or N
.
If you wish to release the parking brake without
depressing the brake pedal, this warning lamp will
remain on.
Foot on the
clutch Fixed.
In STOP mode of Stop & Start,
the transition to START mode has
been rejected because the clutch
pedal is not fully pressed down. With a manual gearbox, you must fully depress the
clutch pedal to allow the change to engine START
mode.
Anti-lock
Braking System
(ABS) Fixed.
The anti-lock braking system has
a fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without
d e l ay.
Collision Risk
Alert/Active
Safety Brake Flashing.
The system is operating. The system brakes briefly so as to reduce the speed of
collision with the vehicle ahead.
Fixed, accompanied
by a message and an
audible signal. The system has a fault.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Fixed, accompanied
by a message. The system has been deactivated
(via the menu). For more information on the Collision Risk
Aler t /Active Safety Brake system, refer to the
corresponding section.
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Driving recommendations
Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your
hands on the wheel so that you are ready to
react at any time to any eventuality.
As a safety measure, the driver should only
carry out any operations that require close
attention when the vehicle is stationary.
On a long journey, a break every two hours is
strongly recommended.
In difficult weather, drive smoothly, anticipate
the need to brake and increase the distance
from other vehicles.
Driving on flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage
to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the
electrical systems of your vehicle.
Important!
Never drive with the parking brake
applied – Risk of overheating and damage
to the braking system!
As the exhaust system of your vehicle
is very hot, even several minutes after
switching off the engine, never park or run
the engine on inflammable sur faces (dry
grass, fallen leaves, etc.): Risk of fire!
Never leave a vehicle unsuper vised with
the engine running. If you have to leave
your vehicle with the engine running, apply
the parking brake and put the gearbox into
neutral or position N or P, depending on
the type of gearbox.
To assure the durability of your vehicle and
your safety, remember that certain precautions,
described hereafter, should be taken when
driving your vehicle:
If you are obliged to drive through water:
-
c
heck that the depth of water does not
exceed 15
cm, taking account of waves that
might be generated by other users,
-
d
eactivate the Stop & Start system,
-
d
rive as slowly as possible without stalling.
Under no circumstances exceed 6
mph
(10
km/h),
-
d
o not stop and do not switch off the engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as
circumstances allow, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt about the state of your vehicle,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling
capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.
F
T
o lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towable load on an incline
depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
F
I
f this warning lamp and the
STOP warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.
New vehicle
Do not pull a trailer before having driven at
least around 600
miles (1,000 kilometres).
When the exterior temperature is high,
leaving the engine running for 1
to
2
minutes after stopping the vehicle to
allow it to cool is recommended.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes, the use of
engine braking is recommended.
Ty r e s
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
F Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer and the headlamp beam height
of your vehicle.
For more information on Headlamp
beam height adjustment , refer to the
corresponding section.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically to avoid the
audible signal if a genuine CITROËN
towbar is used.
Starting/switching off
the engine, manual key,
remote control
Ignition switch
1. Stop position.
2. Ignition on position.
3. Starting position.
Starting with the key
The parking brake must be applied.
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The indicator lamp does not come on
if the engine is hot. In some climatic
conditions, it is advised to follow the
recommendations below:
-
I
n temperate conditions, do not leave
the engine at idle to warm up but move
off straight away and drive at moderate
speed.
-
I
n wintry conditions, the pre-heater
warning lamp will stay on for a longer
period after switching on the ignition;
wait until it goes out before starting.
-
In very severe wintry conditions
(temperature below -23°C), to ensure
the correct operation and durability of
the mechanical components of your
vehicle (engine and gearbox), leave
the engine running for 4
minutes
before moving off.
Never leave the engine running in
an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation: internal combustion engines
emit toxic exhaust gases, such as carbon
monoxide. Risk of poisoning and death. If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition.
Wait a few seconds before restarting the
engine. If the engine does not start after
several attempts, do not keep trying: you
risk damaging the starter motor or the
engine.
Call a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:
-
o
nly use mats which are suited to the
fixings already present in the vehicle;
these fixings must be used,
-
n
ever place one mat on top of another.
The use of mats not approved by
CITROËN may inter fere with access to
the pedals and hinder the operation of the
cruise control/speed limiter.
The mats approved by CITROËN have two
fixings located below the seat.Switching off using the key
F Stop the vehicle.
F
T
urn the key towards you to position
1
(Stop) .
F
R
emove the key from the ignition switch.
F
T
o lock the steering column, turn the
steering until it locks.
To facilitate unlocking of the steering
column, the front wheels should be
straight before switching off the engine.
F
C
heck that the parking brake is
correctly applied, particularly on
sloping ground.
Never switch off the ignition before the
vehicle is at a complete stop.
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Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The keys contain an electronic chip which has
a secret code. When the ignition is switched
on, this code must be recognised in order for
starting to be possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks the
engine management system a few minutes
after the ignition is switched off, and prevents
starting of the engine by anyone who does not
have the key.
In the event of a malfunction, you are informed
by a message in the instrument panel screen.
If this happens, your vehicle will not start;
contact a CITROËN dealer if required.For reasons of safety and theft protection,
do not leave your electronic key in the
vehicle, even when you are close to it.
It is recommended that you keep it on your
person.
Parking brake
Application
F With your foot on the brake pedal, pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise your
vehicle.
Release on level ground
When the vehicle is being driven, this
warning lamp coming on, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message,
indicates that the parking brake is still
applied or has not been fully released.
When parking on a slope, or on a steep
slope with a laden vehicle, turn the wheels
against the kerb then apply the parking
brake.
Pressing the brake pedal facilitates the
application and release of the manual
parking brake.
With a manual gearbox, engage a gear
then switch off the ignition.
With an automatic gearbox, put the gear
selector into P then switch off the ignition.
With an electronic gearbox, put the gear
selector into position A then switch off the
ignition.
F
W
ith your foot on the brake pedal,
pull the parking brake lever up
gently, press the release button
then lower the lever fully.
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Hill start assist
This system keeps your vehicle briefly
stationary (for approximately 2 seconds) when
making a hill start, while you transfer 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,
-
w
ith the driver’s door closed.
The hill start assist system cannot be
deactivated.
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held in the hill start assist phase.
If you need to get out of the vehicle with
the engine running, apply the parking
brake manually then ensure that the
parking brake indicator lamp is on. Uphill, with the vehicle stationar y, it will
briefly hold the vehicle from rolling back
when you release the brake pedal.
Downhill, with the vehicle stationary and
reverse gear engaged, it will briefly hold the
vehicle from rolling when you release the
brake pedal. If your vehicle has an automatic gearbox
and you have to move off on a steep slope
(rising or falling) with a loaded vehicle,
depress the brake pedal, select
position D
, release the parking brake then
release the brake pedal.
F
W
ith a manual gearbox: move the gear lever
to the first gear position or neutral.
F
W
ith an automatic gearbox, place the
selector at position D or select manual
operation M .
F
V
ehicle with an electronic gearbox: place
the selector at position A or M.
Malfunction
If a fault in the system occurs, this warning
lamp comes on associated with a message.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked as soon
as possible.
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