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Model with manual wiping
(intermittent)
Model with AUTO wiping
Front windscreen wipers
Raise or lower the control to the desired
position to change the wiping speed.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).
Automatic windscreen
wipers
The windscreen wipers operate automatically
once rainfall is detected (sensor behind the
rear view mirror), adapting their speed to the
intensity of the rainfall without any action on the
part of the driver.
Switching on
Give a short downwards push to the control.
A wiping cycle confirms that the instruction
has been accepted.
This warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and a message is
displayed.
Switching off
Give the control stalk a brief push
downwards or shift the control stalk
to a different position (Int, 1
or 2).
This warning 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.
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If a fault occurs with the automatic rain
sensitive wipers, the wipers will operate in
intermittent mode.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.Do not cover the rain sensor, linked with the
sunshine sensor and located at the top of
the windscreen behind the rear view mirror.
When using an automatic car wash, switch
off the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until the
windscreen is completely clear of ice before
activating the automatic rain sensitive
wipers.
Rear wiper
Of f.
Intermittent wipe.
Wash-wipe (set duration).
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will come into operation automatically if the
windscreen wipers are operating.
Activation/Deactivation
The system is activated or deactivated via the
vehicle configuration menu. This system is activated by default.
If a significant accumulation of snow or ice
is present, or when using a bicycle carrier
on the boot, deactivate the automatic rear
w i p e r.
With audio system
In the "
Personalisation-
configuration " menu, activate/
deactivate " Rear wipe in reverse
gear ".
Operating fault
With the touch screen
In the " Driving/Vehicle " menu,
activate/deactivate " Rear wiper in
reverse ".
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Screenwash/headlamp wash
level low
In the case of vehicles fitted with
headlamp washers, when the fluid
reser voir low level is reached this
warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by
an audible signal and a message.
The warning lamp comes on when the ignition
is switched on, or every time the stalk is
operated, until the reser voir is refilled.
Next time you stop, refill the screenwash/
headlamp wash reservoir.
Heated windscreen and
washer jets
(depending on country of sale)
This function heats the windscreen and washer
jets under cold conditions. In area 1
, the heating frees the wiper blades
when they are stuck by snow or ice.
In area 2 , the heating improves visibility by
avoiding the accumulation of snow when the
wipers are operating.
Switching on
With the engine running, press this
button; its indicator lamp comes on.
Windscreen and headlamp
wash
On vehicles fitted with automatic air
conditioning, any action on the windscreen
wash control results in temporary closing
of the air intake to avoid odours inside the
passenger compartment.
F
P
ull the wiper stalk towards you. The
windscreen wash, then the windscreen
wipers, operate for a pre-determined time.
The headlamp wash is only activated if the
dipped headlamps are on and the vehicle is
moving .
With daytime running lamps, to activate the
headlamp wash, position the lighting stalk in
the dipped beam position. The period of operation depends on the
exterior temperature.
Pressing this button again switches the
function off; its indicator lamp goes off.
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F Operate the wiper stalk within one minute after switching off the ignition to position the
wiper blades vertically on the windscreen.
F
T
o park the wiper blades again, switch on
the ignition and operate the wiper stalk. To maintain the effectiveness of the wiper
blades, it is advisable to:
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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.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This maintenance position is used for cleaning
or replacement of the wiper blades. It can also
be useful, in winter, to release the wiper blades
from the windscreen.
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General safety
recommendations
Labels are attached in different places on
your vehicle. They include safety warnings
as well as identification information for
your vehicle. Do not remove them: they
are an integral part of your vehicle.
For any work on your vehicle, use a
qualified workshop that has the technical
information, skills and equipment required,
all of which a CITROËN dealer is able to
provide.We draw your attention to the following
points:
-
T
he fitting of electrical equipment
or accessories not approved by
CITROËN may cause excessive
current consumption and faults and
failures with the electrical system of
your vehicle. Contact a CITROËN
dealer for information on the range of
recommended accessories.
-
A
s a safety measure, access to
the diagnostic socket, used for the
vehicle's electronic systems, is
reser ved strictly for CITROËN dealers
or qualified workshops, equipped
with the special tools required (risk
of malfunctions of the vehicle's
electronic systems that could cause
breakdowns or serious accidents).
The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible if this advice is not
followed.
-
A
ny modification or adaptation not
intended or authorised by CITROËN
or carried out without meeting the
technical requirements defined by
the manufacturer will result in the
suspension of the legal and contractual
warranties. Installation of accessory radio
communication transmitters
Before installing a radio communication
transmitter, you must contact a CITROËN
dealer for the specification of transmitters
which can be fitted (frequency, maximum
power, aerial position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/EC).
Depending on country regulations, some
safety equipment may be compulsory:
high visibility safety vests, warning
triangles, breathalysers, spare bulbs,
spare fuses, fire extinguisher, first aid kit,
mud flaps at the rear of the vehicle, etc.
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Hazard warning lamps
Visual warning with all of the direction
indicators flashing to alert other road users to a
vehicle breakdown, recovery or accident.
F
W
hen you press this button, all of the
direction indicators flash.
It can operate with the ignition off.
Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on
the rate of deceleration, as well as when the
ABS function is invoked or in the event of an
impact, the hazard warning lamps come on
automatically.
They switch off automatically the first time you
accelerate.
F
Y
ou can also switch them off by pressing
the button.
Emergency or assistance
callLocalised Emergency Call
In an emergency, press this
button for more than 2 seconds.
The flashing green LED and
the voice message confirm that
the call has been made to the
"Localised Emergency Call"*
call centre.
Pressing this button again
immediately cancels the call.
The green indicator lamp
goes off.
The green indicator lamp remains on (without
flashing) when communication is established.
It goes off at the end of the call.
"Localised Emergency Call" immediately
locates your vehicle, contacts you in your own
language**, and where necessary sends the
appropriate public emergency services. In
countries where the ser vice is not operational,
or where the location ser vice has been
expressly refused, the call is directed directly to
the emergency services (112) without location.
**
A
s per the geographic coverage of
"Localised Emergency Call", "Localised
Assistance Call" and the official national
language chosen by the owner of the
vehicle.
T
he list of countries covered and telematic
ser vices is available from dealers or on the
website for your country.
*
I
n accordance with the general conditions
of use for the ser vice available from dealers
and subject to technological and technical
limitations.
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Geo-location
Press this button for more than
2 seconds to request assistance
if the vehicle breaks down.
A voice message confirms that the call has
been made**. Pressing this button again
immediately cancels the request.
The cancellation is confirmed by a voice
message.
If an impact is detected by the airbag
control unit, and independently of the
deployment of any airbags, an emergency
call is made automatically.Operation of the system
When the ignition is switched on,
the green indicator lamp comes
on for 3
seconds indicating that
the system is operating correctly.
For all countries except Russia, Belarus
and Kazakhstan. The red indicator lamp flashes
then goes off: there is a system
fault.
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. The fault with the system does not prevent
the vehicle being driven.
Localised Assistance Call
** As per the geographic coverage of
"Localised Emergency Call", "Localised
Assistance Call" and the official national
language chosen by the owner of the
vehicle.
T
he list of countries covered and telematic
ser vices is available from dealers or on the
website for your country. 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.
If you purchased your vehicle outside the
Brand network, we invite you to have a
dealer check the configuration of these
ser vices and, if desired, modify it to suit
your wishes. In a multi-lingual country,
configuration is possible in the official
national language of your choice.
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Horn
F Press the central part of the steering wheel.
Electronic stability control
(ESC)
Electronic stability control integrating the
following systems:
-
a
nti-lock braking system (ABS) and
electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
-
em
ergency braking assistance (EBA),
-
w
heel anti-slip regulation (ASR) or traction
control,
-
d
ynamic stability control (DSC).
For technical reasons, particularly to
improve the quality of telematic ser vices to
customers, the manufacturer reserves the
right to carry out updates to the vehicle's
on-board telematic system.
If you benefit from the Citroën Connect
Box offer with the SOS and assistance
pack included, there are additional
ser vices available to you in your
MyCITROËN personal space, via the
Internet website for your country.
Definitions
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
and electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD)
This system improves the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking
and contributes towards improved control on
corners, in particular on poor or slippery road
surfaces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of
emergency braking.
The electronic brake force distribution system
(EBFD) manages the braking pressure wheel
by wheel.
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