2018 CITROEN DS7 CROSSBACK low beam

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► Do not stop and do not switch off the engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety
conditions allow, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt about the state of your vehicle, contact
a dealer or a qualified workshop.
Towing
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
particular care must be taken.
Do not exceed the maximum towable
weights.
At altitude: reduce the maximum load by 10%
per 1,000 metres of altitude; the lower air
density at high altitudes decreases engine
performance.
New vehicle: do not tow a trailer until the
vehicle has driven at least 620 miles
(1,000 kilometres).
If the outside temperature is high, let the
engine idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the
vehicle comes to a stop, to help it to cool.
Before setting off
Nose weight
►  Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to the axle
and the nose weight (at the point where it joins
your vehicle) approaches the maximum permitted
without exceeding it.
Tyres
►  Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle
and of the trailer, observing the recommended
pressures.
Lighting
►  Check the electrical signalling on the trailer
and the headlamp beam height of your vehicle.
If a genuine towing device is used, the
rear parking sensors will be deactivated
automatically to avoid the audible signal.
When driving
Cooling
Towing a trailer uphill causes the coolant
temperature to increase. The maximum towable
load depends on the gradient and the exterior
temperature. The fan’s cooling capacity does not
increase with engine speed.
►  Reduce speed and lower the engine speed to
limit the amount of heating produced.
►  Pay constant attention to the coolant
temperature.
If this warning lamp and the STOP
warning lamp come on, stop the
vehicle and switch off the engine as soon as
possible.
Brakes
Using the engine brake is recommended to limit
the overheating of the brakes. Braking distances
are increased when towing a trailer.
Side wind
Bear in mind that the vehicle will be more
susceptible to wind when towing.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
The keys contain a code, which must be
recognised by the vehicle before starting is
possible.
If the system malfunctions, indicated by the
display of a message, the engine will not start.
Contact a dealer.
Starting/switching off the
engine
The electronic key must be present in the
passenger compartment.
If the electronic key is not detected, a message
is displayed.

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Practical information07
For more information, contact a dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Installation tips
►  To fit the snow chains during a journey, stop
the vehicle on a flat surface at the side of the
road.
►  Apply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent
movement of the vehicle.
►  Fit the snow chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
►  Move off gently and drive for a few moments,
without exceeding 31 mph (50 km/h).
►  Stop the vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
It is strongly recommended that you
practise fitting the snow chains on a level
and dry surface before setting off.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow to avoid
damaging the vehicle's tyres and the road
surface. If the vehicle is fitted with alloy
wheels, check that no part of the chain or its
fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
The use of snow chains is only authorised
on the front wheels.
The driving mode selector must be on the 4WD
position (depending on version).
Energy economy mode
This system manages the duration of use of
certain functions, in order to conserve a sufficient
level of charge in the battery with the ignition off.
After switching off the engine and for a maximum
cumulative period of around 30 minutes, you can
continue to use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, dipped beam headlamps or
courtesy lamps.
Selecting the mode
A confirmation message is displayed when
energy economy mode is entered, and the active
functions are placed on standby.
If a telephone call is in progress at the
time, it will be maintained for around 10
minutes via the audio system’s hands-free
system.
Exiting the mode
These functions are automatically reactivated the
next time the vehicle is used.
To restore the use of these functions immediately,
start the engine and let it run:
–

For le
ss than 10 minutes, to use the equipment
for approximately 5 minutes.
–

For more than 10 minut
es, to use the equipment
for approximately 30 minutes.
Let the engine run for the specified duration to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
To recharge the battery, avoid repeatedly or
continuously restarting the engine.
A flat battery prevents the engine from
starting.
For more information on the 12 V battery, refer
to the corresponding section.
Load reduction mode
This system manages the use of certain functions
according to the level of charge remaining in the
battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as the air conditioning
and the heated rear screen.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
Bonnet
Stop & Start
Before doing anything under the bonnet,
you must switch off the ignition to avoid any
risk of the engine restarting automatically.
Take care with objects or clothing that could
be caught in the blades of the cooling fan

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In the event of a breakdown08
Do not exceed the maximum authorised speed
of 50 mph (80 km/h) or the maximum distance
of 50 miles (80 km).
Driving with more than one "space-saver" type
spare wheel is prohibited.
Visit a dealer or a qualified workshop.
Have the tightening of the spare wheel's
bolts and its tyre pressure checked.
Have the punctured tyre examined. After
inspection, the technician will advise you on
whether the tyre can be repaired or if it must
be replaced.
Changing a bulb
In some weather conditions (e.g. low
temperature or humidity), misting on the
internal surface of the glass of the headlamps
and rear lamps is normal, and will disappear
after the lamps have been on for a few
minutes.
Never look too closely at the light beam of
LED technology lamps - risk of serious eye
injury!


The headlamps have polycarbonate
lenses with a protective coating:
–

Do not clean them with a dry or abrasiv
e
cloth, nor with detergent or solvent products.
–

U

se a sponge and soapy water or a pH
neutral product.
–

When using a high-pre
ssure washer on
persistent marks, do not keep the lance
directed towards the headlamps, lamps or
their edges for too long, so as not to damage
their protective coating and seals.
Changing a bulb must only be done with
the ignition off and after the headlamp /
lamp has been switched off for several
minutes - risk of serious burns!
Do not touch the bulb directly with your
fingers; use a lint-free cloth.
It is essential only to use anti-ultraviolet (UV)
type bulbs, so as not to damage the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a new bulb
of the same type and specification. To avoid
lighting imbalance, replace the bulbs in pairs.
After changing a bulb
To refit, carry out the operations in
reverse order to removal.
Close the protective cover very carefully to
guarantee the sealing of the lamps.
Light-emitting diode (LED)
headlamps and lamps
Depending on version, the affected types of
headlamps/lamps are:
–

LED t
echnology headlamps.
–

DS PIXEL LED VISION 3
.0 headlamps.
–

Offset da
ytime running lamps/sidelamps/
direction indicators.
–

Direction indic
ator side repeaters.
–

Side spo
tlamps.
–

B
rake lamps.
–

T
ailgate rear lamps.
–

Third brak
e lamp.
–

Number pla
te lamps.
If you need to replace this type of bulb,
you must contact a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Do not touch the LED technology bulbs - risk of
electrocution!

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In the event of a breakdown08
Front lamps
Model with DS PIXEL LED VISION 3.0
headlamps


1. Dipped beam/main beam headlamps with
Pixel module
2. Low beam headlamps
3. Direction indicators/Daytime running lamps
4. Additional daytime running lamps/Sidelamps
(DS LIGHT VEIL)
Model with LED technology headlamps

1.Dipped beam headlamps
2. Main beam headlamps
3. Direction indicators/Daytime running lamps
4. Additional daytime running lamps/Sidelamps
(DS LIGHT VEIL)
Rear lamps

Main lamps
1.Sidelamps (LED)
2. Direction indicators (LED)
3. Brake lamps (LED)
4. Reversing lamps (LED)
Secondary lamp cluster
5.Brake lamps/sidelamps reminder (P21/5W)
6. Direction indicators reminder (PY21W)
7. Foglamps (W16W)
Access to the secondary lamp cluster

Tools required: rear protective cover opening tool
(tool kit) and Torx T30 screwdriver (not supplied).

213Alphabetical index
360 Vision 140
A
ABS 79
Accelerated charging unit (Wallbox)
147–148
Accessories

76
Active LED Vision

65
Active Safety Brake

128, 130
Active Scan Suspension

105
Active suspension

105
Adaptive headlamp lighting

67
AdBlue®

19, 165
AdBlue® tank

166
Additive, Diesel

163
Adjusting headlamps

65
Adjusting head restraints

43
Adjusting seat

43–44
Adjusting the air distribution

50, 52
Adjusting the air flow

50, 52
Adjusting the headlamp beam height

65
Adjusting the height and reach
of the steering wheel

46
Adjusting the seat angle

44
Adjusting the seat belt height

82
Adjusting the temperature

51
Adjusting the time

23, 208
Advice on care and maintenance

146, 167
Advice on driving

8, 96–97
Airbags

83–87
Airbags, curtain 85–86
Airbags, front
84–85, 88
Airbags, lateral

84–85
Air conditioning

50–51
Air conditioning, automatic

53
Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic

51
Air intake

52–53
Air vents

49
Alarm

37–38
Amplifier, audio

58
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

79
Antitheft / Immobiliser

27
Applications

24
Armrest, front

58
Armrest, rear

60
Assistance call

77–78
Assistance, emergency braking

80, 130
Audio streaming (Bluetooth)

205
B
Battery, 12 V 159, 163, 181–185
Battery, ancillaries
181
Battery, charging

181–182, 184
Battery, remote control

31
Blanking screen (snow shield)

158
Blind

40–41
Blind spot monitoring

135
BlueHDi

19, 163, 170
Bluetooth (hands-free)

202
Bluetooth (telephone) 202
Bodywork
168
Bonnet

160
Boot

32–34, 62
Brake discs

164
Brake lamps

179
Brakes

164
Braking

105
Braking assistance system

79–80
Braking, automatic emergency

128, 130
Braking, dynamic emergency

100–101
Bulbs (changing)

178–179
C
Capacity, fuel tank 143
Care of the bodywork
168
Central locking

29–30
Changing a bulb

178–179
Changing a fuse

180
Changing a wheel

171, 175
Changing a wiper blade

73–74
Changing the remote control battery

31
Changing to free-wheeling

166
Charge level indicator (Rechargeable hybrid)

21
Charger, induction

57
Charger, wireless

57
Charging cable

149
Charging cable
(Rechargeable hybrid)

147–148, 154

215Alphabetical index
Emergency call 77–78
Emergency switching off
99
Emergency warning lamps

76, 170
Emissions control system, SCR

20, 165
Energy economy (mode)

159
Energy economy mode

159
Energy flows

24
Energy recovery

20, 105
Engine

165
Engine compartment

160–161
Engine, Diesel

143, 161, 170, 191
Engine, petrol

107, 161, 190
Engines

189–191
Environment

8, 31
e-Save function (energy reserve)

24
ESC (electronic stability control)

79
Expanded traffic sign recognition

116
Exterior lighting

66
F
Fatigue detection 131–132
Favourite driving functions
113
Filling the AdBlue® tank

163, 166
Filling the fuel tank

143–144
Filter, air

163
Filter, oil

163
Filter, particle

163
Filter, passenger compartment

50, 163
Fitting a wheel

175, 177
Fitting roof bars 157–158
Fittings, boot
60
Fittings, interior

56–57
Fittings, rear

60
Flap, charging

155
Flap, fuel filler

143–144
Flap, ski

60
Flashing indicators

64
Flat bed (towing)

186
Floor, boot, adjustable

62
Fluid, brake

162
Fluid, engine coolant

162
Foglamps, rear

63
Folding the rear seats

48–49
Folding/unfolding the door mirrors

47
Four-wheel drive (4WD)

108, 159
Frequency (radio)

205
Fuel

8, 143
Fuel consumption

8, 20
Fuel level, low

143
Fuel (tank)

143–144
Fuses

180
G
Gauge, fuel 143
Gearbox, automatic
101–104, 108, 164, 181
Gearbox, manual

108
Gear shift indicator

109
Glove box

56
Grab handles 56
H
Hands-free access 35–36
Hands-free tailgate
35–36
Hazard warning lamps

76, 170
Headlamps (adjustment)

65
Headlamps, automatic dipping

66–67
Headlamps, automatic operation

65
Headlamps, dipped beam

179
Headlamps, halogen

65
Headlamps, main beam

66, 179
Head restraints, front

43
Head restraints, rear

48–49
Heated and ventilated seats

45
Heating

49
Heating, programmable

25, 54
Hi-Fi system

58
High voltage

145
Hill start assist

108
Histogramme, fuel consumption

24–25
Horn

77
I
Ignition 99, 207
Ignition on
99
Immobiliser, electronic

97