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Wireless smartphone 
charger
It allows the wireless charging of a portable 
device, such as a smartphone, using the 
principle of magnetic induction, based on the Qi 
1.1 standard.
The portable device to be charged must be 
compatible with the Qi standard, either by 
design or by using a compatible holder or shell.
The charging zone is identified by the Qi 
symbol.
Operation
The charger works with the engine running and 
in STOP mode of Stop & Start.
Charging is managed by the smartphone.
For versions with  
K
 eyless Entry and Starting, 
operation of the charger may be interrupted 
when opening a door or switching off the 
ignition.
Charging
F First ensure that the charging zone is clear  of other articles.
F
 
P
 lace a portable device in the middle of the 
charging zone.
The system only supports charging one 
portable device at a time.
F
 
O
 nce the portable device is detected, the 
charge indicator lamp comes on in green.
F
 
C
 harging of the portable device's battery 
then starts.
F
 
O
 nce the portable device's battery is fully 
charged, the charge indicator lamp goes off.
Do not leave any metal objects (coins, 
keys, vehicle remote control, etc.) in 
the charging area while a device is 
being charged – Risk of overheating or 
interrupting the charging process!
Checking operation
The state of the charge indicator lamp allows 
the operation of the charger to be monitored. Charge 
indicator lamp Meaning
Off Engine switched off.
No compatible portable 
device detected.
Charging finished.
Fixed, green Compatible portable 
device detected.
Charging...
Flashing, orange Foreign object detected 
in the charging zone.
Portable device not well 
centred in the charging 
zone.
Fixed, orange Fault with the portable 
device's battery meter.
Temperature of the 
portable device's battery 
too high.
Charger fault. 
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F Turn the ring to another position. 
Deactivation of the function is accompanied 
by the display of a message.
Operating fault
In the event of a fault with the 
sunshine sensor, the lamps come on 
and this warning lamp lights up in the 
instrument panel, accompanied by an 
audible signal and/or a message. 
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may 
detect sufficient light. In this case, the 
lighting will not come on automatically.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located 
on the dashboard or at the top of the 
windscreen behind the rear view mirror 
(depending on equipment); the associated 
functions would no longer be controlled.
Daytime running lamps/
sidelamps
The front lamps light up automatically when the 
engine starts.
They provide the following functions:
-
 
D
 aytime running lamps (lighting control 
stalk at " AUTO" position with adequate light 
level).
-
 
S
 idelamps (lighting control stalk at " AUTO" 
position with low light level or "Sidelamps 
only" or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").
The LEDs are brighter when operating as 
daytime running lamps.
Parking lamps
Automatic illumination of 
headlamps
When a low level of ambient light is detected 
by a sunshine sensor, the number plate lamps, 
sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are 
switched on automatically, without any action 
on the part of the driver. They may also come 
on if rain is detected, at the same time as 
automatic operation of the windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a 
sufficient level or after the windscreen wipers 
are switched off, the lamps are switched off 
automatically.
F
 
T
 urn the ring to the " AUTO" position. 
Activation of the function is accompanied by 
the display of a message. Vehicle side marking by illumination of the 
sidelamps on the traffic side only.
F
 
D
 epending on version, within one minute 
of switching off the ignition, operate the 
lighting control stalk up or down, depending 
on the traffic side (for example, when 
parking on the right, push the lighting 
control stalk downwards; the left-hand 
sidelamps come on).
This is confirmed by an audible signal and 
illumination of the corresponding direction 
indicator lamp in the instrument panel.
To switch off the parking lamps, return the 
lighting control stalk to the central position.
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Electronic stability control 
(ESC)
Electronic stability control programme 
incorporating the following systems:
- 
A
 nti-lock braking system (ABS) and 
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD).
-
 E
mergency braking assistance (EBA).
-
 A
nti-slip regulation (ASR).
-
 D
ynamic stability control (DSC).
-
 A
utomatic post-collision braking (APCB).
-
 
T
 railer stability assist (TSA).
Definitions
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) 
and electronic brake force 
distribution (EBFD)
These systems improve the stability and 
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking 
and contribute towards improved control in 
corners, in particular on poor or slippery road 
surfaces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of 
emergency braking.
The EBFD system manages the braking 
pressure wheel by wheel.
Emergency braking assistance 
(EBA)
In an emergency, this system enables you to 
reach the optimum braking pressure more 
quickly and therefore reduce the stopping 
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which 
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by a 
reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an 
increase in braking efficiency.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
This system optimises traction in order to 
avoid wheel slip by acting on the brakes of 
the driving wheels and on the engine. It also 
improves the directional stability of the vehicle 
on acceleration.
Dynamic stability control (DSC)
If there is a difference between the path 
followed by the vehicle and that required by the 
driver, this system monitors each wheel and 
automatically acts on the brake of one or more 
wheels and on the engine to return the vehicle 
to the required path, within the limits of the laws 
of physics.
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
This system allows control of the vehicle to be 
retained when towing a trailer, so as to avoid 
the risk of snaking.
Anti-lock braking system 
(ABS) and electronic brake 
force distribution (EBFD) 
The fixed illumination of this warning 
lamp signals that there is a fault with 
the ABS.
Illumination of this warning lamp, 
coupled with the STOP  and ABS 
warning lamps, accompanied by 
the display of a message and an 
audible signal, signals that there is a 
fault with the electronic brake force 
distribution (EBFD).
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive 
carefully at moderate speed.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop as soon as possible.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Call a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop. 
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Normal operation of the ABS may make 
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake 
pedal.
When braking in an emergency, press 
very firmly and maintain this pressure.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims), 
ensure that these are approved for your 
vehicle.
After an impact, have these systems 
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Dynamic stability control 
(DSC) and anti-slip 
regulation (ASR)
Activation
These systems are activated automatically 
every time the vehicle is started.
As soon as they detect a problem of grip or 
trajectory, these systems act on the operation 
of the engine and brakes.This is indicated by this warning 
lamp flashing in the instrument 
panel.
Deactivation/Reactivation
In exceptional conditions (moving a vehicle that 
is bogged down in mud, stuck in snow, on loose 
soil, etc.), it may prove useful to deactivate the 
DSC/ASR systems, so that the wheels can 
move freely and regain grip.
It is however recommended that the systems 
be reactivated as soon as possible.
These systems are reactivated automatically 
every time the ignition is switched off, or from 
31
  mph (50   km/h).
However, below 31
  mph (50   km/h) you can 
reactivate them manually.
To deactivate the systems, press 
this button or turn the dial to this 
position.
The indicator lamp in the button or dial comes 
on: the DSC/ASR systems no longer act on the 
operation of the engine. To reactivate the system:
Press this button.
Or Turn the dial to this position.
The indicator lamp in the button or the dial goes off.
Malfunction
Illumination of this warning lamp, 
accompanied by the display of a 
message and an audible signal, 
indicates a fault with the system.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop to have the systems checked.
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Operation
The system is activated automatically when the 
ignition is switched on.
The electronic stability programme (ESC) must 
not have any faults.
Between 37 and 99  mph (60 and 160   km/h), if 
the system detects oscillations (snaking) in the 
movement of the trailer, it acts on the brakes to 
stabilise the trailer and, if necessary, reduces 
engine power to slow down the vehicle.
For information on the weights and towed 
loads, refer to the "Technical data" section or 
the registration certificate for your vehicle.
To ensure complete safety while driving with 
a Towbar system , refer to the corresponding 
section.
Malfunction
Should a fault occur with the system, 
this warning lamp comes on in the 
instrument panel, accompanied by 
the display of a message and an 
audible signal. The trailer stability assist system 
offers increased safety in normal 
driving conditions, provided that the 
recommendations on towing a trailer are 
obser ved. It must not encourage the driver 
to take additional risks, such as towing 
a trailer in adverse operating conditions 
(overloading, failure to obser ve the trailer 
nose weight, worn or under-inflated tyres, 
faulty braking system, etc.) or driving at 
too high a speed.
In certain cases, the swaying of the trailer 
may not be detected by the ESC system, 
particularly with a light trailer.
When driving on slippery or poor sur faces, 
the system may not be able to prevent 
sudden swaying of the trailer.
Advanced Grip Control
Special patented traction control system which 
improves driveability on snow, mud and sand.
This system, the operation of which has been 
optimised for each situation, allows you to 
manoeuvre in most conditions of poor grip 
(encountered during passenger vehicle use).
Operating modes
The correction is signalled by the 
flashing of this warning lamp in the 
instrument panel and illumination of 
the brake lamps.
If you continue to tow a trailer, reduce your 
speed and drive carefully!
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop to have the system checked. Associated with all-seasons Peak Mountain 
Snow Flake tyres, this system offers a 
compromise between safety, grip and 
driveability.
The accelerator pedal should be pressed 
sufficiently to allow the system to use the power 
of the engine. Operation at high engine speeds 
is completely normal.
A five-position selector knob allows you to 
choose the setting best suited to the driving 
conditions encountered.
An indicator lamp associated with each mode 
comes on, accompanied by the display of a 
message to confirm your choice.
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For the system to activate, the slope must 
be greater than 5%.
The system can be used with the gearbox 
in neutral.
Otherwise engage a gear corresponding 
to the speed to prevent the engine stalling.
With an automatic gearbox, the system 
can be used with the selector at N, D or R.
When the system is regulating, the Active 
Safety Brake system is automatically 
deactivated.
The system is not available:
-
 
i
 f the speed of the vehicle is above 
43
  mph (70   km/h),
-
 
i
 f the speed of the vehicle is being 
controlled by the Adaptive cruise 
control, depending on the type of 
gearbox.
Switching on
By default, the system is not selected.
The system's status is not saved when the 
ignition is switched off.
The driver can select the system when 
the engine is running, when the vehicle is 
stationary or moving at speeds up to 31
  mph 
(50
 
km/h). F
 
A
 t a speed below 31   mph 
(50   km/h), press this button until 
its indicator lamp lights up to 
select the system; this indicator 
lamp appears in green in the 
instrument panel.
F  
W
 hen the vehicle begins its descent, you 
can release the accelerator and brake 
pedals; the system regulates the speed:
-  
i
 f the gearbox is in first or second 
gear, the speed decreases and 
the indicator lamp flashes rapidly,
-  
i
 f the gearbox is in neutral or if 
the clutch pedal is depressed, the 
speed decreases and the warning 
lamp flashes slowly; in this case, 
the maintained descent speed is 
l o w e r. During a descent, with the vehicle stationary, if 
you release the accelerator and brake pedals, 
the system will release the brakes to set the 
vehicle gradually in motion.
The brake lamps light up automatically when 
the system is regulating.
If the speed exceeds 19
  mph (30   km/h), 
regulation is paused automatically, the indicator 
lamp goes back to grey in the instrument panel, 
but the indicator lamp in the button remains lit.
Regulation resumes automatically when the 
speed falls below 19   mph (30   km/h) again, and 
the slope and pedal release conditions are met.
You can depress the accelerator or brake pedal 
again at any time.
Switching off
The system becomes active at a speed below 
19   mph (30   km/h).
F
 
P
 ress this button until its indicator lamp 
goes off; the indicator lamp also goes off in 
the instrument panel.
Above 43
  mph (70   km/h), the system is 
automatically deactivated; the indicator lamp in 
the button goes off.
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Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
The remote control contains an electronic chip 
which has a special code. When the ignition is 
switched on, this code must be recognised in 
order for starting to be possible.
A few seconds after switching off the ignition, 
this system locks the engine control system, 
therefore preventing the engine from being 
started in the event of a break-in.In the event of a fault, you are 
informed by illumination of this 
warning lamp, an audible signal and 
a message in the screen.
The vehicle will not start; contact a CITROËN 
dealer as soon as possible.
Manual 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
F With your foot on the brake pedal, pull the parking brake lever up gently, press the 
release button, then lower the lever fully.
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, place the gear 
selector in position P then switch off the 
ignition.
Electric parking brake
The system provides, in automatic operation, 
for the application of the parking brake on 
switching off the engine and its release as the 
vehicle moves off.
The driver can take over at any time to apply 
or release the parking brake, by operating the 
control lever:
F
 
b
 y briefly pulling  the control lever to apply 
the brake,
Remote control not 
recognised with 
 K
 eyless 
Entry and Starting
If the remote control is no longer in the 
recognition zone when you close a door or 
when you (later) request switching off of the 
engine, a message appears in the instrument 
panel.
F
 
I
 f you want to force switching off of the 
engine, press and hold the " START/STOP" 
button for about 3
  seconds, then contact a 
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Indicator lamp
This indicator lamp comes on in the 
instrument panel and in the control 
lever to confirm the application of 
the parking brake.
It goes off to confirm the release of the parking 
brake.
This indicator lamp flashes on the control lever 
when manual parking brake application or 
release is performed.
In the event of a battery failure, the 
electric parking brake no longer works.
As a safety measure with a manual 
gearbox, if the parking brake is not 
applied, immobilise the vehicle by 
engaging a gear.
As a safety measure with an automatic 
gearbox, if the parking brake is not 
applied, immobilise the vehicle by placing 
the chocks supplied against one of the 
wheels.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop. Before leaving the vehicle, check that the 
parking brake is applied: the parking brake 
indicator lamps in the instrument panel 
and the control lever must be on fixed.
If the parking brake is not applied, there 
is an audible signal and a message is 
displayed on opening the driver's door.
Never leave a child alone inside the 
vehicle with the ignition on, as they could 
release the parking brake.
F
 
b
y briefly pushing
 the control lever, while 
pressing the brake pedal, to release it.
Automatic mode is activated by default. When towing, parking on a steep slope, 
or if your vehicle is heavily laden, turn the 
wheels towards the kerb and engage a 
gear with a manual gearbox.
When towing, parking on a steep slope, 
or if your vehicle is heavily laden, turn the 
wheels towards the kerb and select mode 
P with an automatic gearbox.
For towing, your vehicle is approved for 
parking on slopes of up to 12%.
Manual operation
Manual release
With the ignition on or engine running:
F
 p ress the brake pedal,
F
 
w
 hile maintaining pressure on the brake 
pedal, briefly push the control lever.
If you push the control lever without 
pressing the brake pedal, the parking 
brake will not be released and a message 
is displayed.
The complete release of the parking brake is 
confirmed by the brake indicator lamp and the 
P indicator lamp in the control lever going off, 
accompanied by the display of the message 
"Parking brake released".
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Driving