2019 CITROEN DS7 CROSSBACK power steering

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►  Turn the thumbwheel on the left of the
steering wheel to display and scroll through the
various pages on the instrument panel.
►  Press the thumbwheel to confirm the page.
The new page is applied immediately.
If there is no action on the thumbwheel, the
selected display page is applied automatically
after a few moments.
When a message is displayed in a
temporary window, pressing this
thumbwheel will cause this window to
disappear immediately.
Settings for displayed pages
The available settings operations are: addition,
deletion and layout of pages.
It is possible to memorise up to 5 pages.
The colour can also be configured according to
the selected driving mode.
The settings are changed via the Settings
> Customization touch screen application.
Settings for a "Personal" display page
In the two additional personal pages, the types of
information available are as follows:
–

Dynamic (T
orque, Boost, Power).
–
G-metres.
–

Engine t
emperatures (Petrol or Diesel).
–

R
ev counter (Petrol or Diesel).
–

Energy flo
ws (Rechargeable hybrid).
–

Po
wer indicator (Rechargeable hybrid).
–

Ac
cessories consumption (Rechargeable
hybrid).
– Media.
– Trip c omputer.
–

Vigilanc
e level (with the DS DRIVER ATTENTION
MONITORING function only).
–

D
riving aids.
–
Navigation.
The type of information selected in the
"Personal 1" page is not available in the
"Personal 2" page.
The settings are changed via the Settings
> Customization touch screen application.
For further information on Personalisation -
Instrument Panel, refer to the corresponding
section for the Audio equipment and telematics
systems.
Warning and indicator
lamps
Displayed as symbols, the warning and indicator
lamps inform the driver of the occurrence of a
malfunction (warning lamps) or of the operating
status of a system (operation or deactivation
indicator lamps). Certain lamps light up in two
ways (fixed or flashing) and/or in several colours.
Associated warnings
The illumination of a lamp may be accompanied
by an audible signal and/or a message displayed
in a screen.
Relating the type of alert to the operating status
of the vehicle allows you to determine whether the situation is normal or whether a fault has
occurred: refer to the description of each lamp for
further information.
When the ignition is switched on
Certain red or orange warning lamps come on for
a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
These warning lamps should go off as soon as the
engine is started.
For more information on a system or a function,
refer to the corresponding section.
Persistent warning lamp
If a red or orange warning lamp comes on, there
may be fault which needs further investigation.
If a lamp remains lit
The references (1), (2) and (3) in the warning and
indicator lamp description indicate whether you
should contact a qualified professional in addition
to the immediate recommended actions.
(1): You must stop the vehicle.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off
the ignition.
(2): Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop.
(3): Visit a dealer or a qualified workshop.

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List of warning and indicator
lamps
Red warning/indicator lamps
STOP
Fixed, associated with another warning
lamp, accompanied by the display of a
message and an audible signal.
A serious fault with the engine, braking system,
power steering or automatic gearbox or a major
electrical fault has been detected.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
Maximum coolant temperatureFixed.
The temperature of the cooling system is
too high.
Carry out (1), then wait until the engine has cooled
down before topping up the level, if necessary. If
the problem persists, carry out (2).
Engine oil pressureFixed.
There is a fault with the engine lubrication
system.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
System malfunction (Rechargeable hybrid)Fixed.
The rechargeable hybrid system is faulty.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
Cable connected (Rechargeable hybrid)Fixed when the ignition is switched on.
The charging cable is connected to the
vehicle's connector.
Fixed when the ignition is switched on,
accompanied by a message.
It is not possible to start the vehicle while the
charging cable is connected to the vehicle’s
connector.
Disconnect the charging cable and close the flap.
12 V battery charge (depending on country of
sale)
Fixed.
The battery charging circuit is faulty
(e.g. dirty terminals, loose or severed alternator
belt).
Carry out (1).
If the electric parking brake stops working,
immobilise the vehicle:
►  Fit the chock against one of the wheels.
Clean and tighten the terminals. If the warning
lamp does not go off when the engine is started,
carry out (2).
BrakingFixed.
The brake fluid level in the braking circuit
has dropped significantly.
Carry out (1), then top up with fluid that complies
with the manufacturer's recommendations. If the
problem persists, carry out (2).
Fixed.
The electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system is faulty.
Carry out (1) and then (2).
Electric parking brakeFixed.
The electric parking brake is applied.
Flashing.
Application/release is faulty.
Carry out (1): park on flat ground (on a level
surface).
Select mode P on the automatic gearbox.
Switch off the ignition and carry out (2).
DS ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSIONFixed.
A malfunction of the active suspension
system is detected.
Reinitialise the system:
►  Switch the ignition off and wait for at least 30
seconds.
►  Switch the ignition on again and wait for at
least 5 seconds before starting the engine.
If the problem persists, carry out (3).
Door(s) openFixed, associated with a message
identifying the access.
An audible signal supplements the alert if the
speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h).
A door or the boot is not properly closed.

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Sun visor
► With the ignition on, raise the concealing flap;
depending on the version, the mirror is illuminated
automatically.
This sun visor is also equipped with a ticket
holder.
Glove box
►  To open the glove box, lift the handle.
With the ignition on, the glove box is lit when
open.
Depending on version, it contains an adjustable
ventilation nozzle, distributing the same
conditioned air as the vents in the passenger
compartment.


It houses the front passenger airbag deactivation
switch.
Never drive with the glove box open when
a passenger is at the front. It may cause
injury during sharp deceleration!
Cigarette lighter/12 V
accessory socket(s)




►  To use the cigarette lighter, press it in and
wait a few seconds until it pops out automatically.
►  To use a 12 V accessory (max. power: 120 W),
remove the cigarette lighter and connect a
suitable adaptor.
You can use this socket to connect a telephone
charger, a bottle warmer, etc.
After use, put the cigarette lighter back into place
straight away.
The connection of an electrical device not
approved by the Manufacturer, such as a
USB charger, may adversely affect the
operation of vehicle electrical systems,
causing faults such as poor radio reception or
interference with displays in the screens.
USB sockets
These symbols determine the type of use of a USB
socket:
Power supply and recharging.
Likewise, plus use of smartphone
applications with the touch screen.




USB sockets allow the connection of a portable
device.
The USB socket also allows a
smartphone to be connected by
Android Auto
® or CarPlay®, enabling certain
smartphone applications to be used on the touch
screen.
For best results, use a cable made or approved by
the device manufacturer.
These applications can be managed using the
steering-mounted controls or the audio system
controls.

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"High beam" mode

At any time, this lighting mode can be triggered
by the Automatic headlamp dipping function
independent of the Adaptive Frontlight System
function.
This mode automatically adapts to the speed and
angle of the steering wheel.
The power and range of the lighting is maximised
to best illuminate the length and width of the
roadway.
Dynamic cornering lighting function

Available only with the "City" mode and "Road"
mode.
The headlamps follow the trajectory of the vehicle
in bends to provide better lighting of the road.
This is done by shifting the intensities of the light
area in the bends, to better anticipate obstacles
and changes in road direction.
This function operates from a certain angle of
rotation of the steering wheel and a certain yaw
speed.
DS PIXEL LED VISION 3.0
For more information, refer to the General
recommendations for automatic lighting
systems.
The DS PIXEL LED VISION 3.0 system has the
Adaptive Frontlight System function and also
manages the high beam in conjunction with the
Automatic headlamp dipping function.
The DS PIXEL LED VISION 3.0 headlamps
incorporate three LED modules:
–

a "Pix
el" module that varies the number of
LEDs lit and their intensity according to driving
conditions. This module manages the light flows
vertically and horizontally.
–

tw

o "Low beam" modules whose intensity only
varies with the fog mode.
All these LED modules contribute to the lighting in
the low beam and high beam positions.
This system automatically adapts the main
beam according to the driving conditions, so that
optimum illumination is maintained for the driver,
without causing a nuisance to other road users.
The driver remains responsible for the
vehicle's lighting, its correct use in the
prevailing light, visibility and traffic conditions,
and for compliance with driving and vehicle
regulations.
Activation/Deactivation
►  Place the ring of the lighting control stalk in
the “AUTO” position.
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel.
It is configured in the Settings > Vehicle
touch screen application.
The state of the system is stored when the
ignition is switched off.
When deactivated, the lighting system changes to
"Automatic illumination of lamps" mode.
Operation
Using a camera, the system detects the driving
conditions (brightness, lights from oncoming or
followed vehicles, road turns) and adapts the
beams of the main headlamps accordingly.
The modules that make up the main beams
switch on and off gradually, segment by segment,
depending on the driving conditions detected.
Nominal main beam lighting is restored as soon
as the vehicle is no longer detected by the system.
If the system is selected but the display on
the instrument panel and the alerts are not
available, the indicator lamp comes on in grey.

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The system uses a computer and sensors, which
determine the optimal level of shock absorption
to be applied to each shock absorber.
The system is also associated with a camera,
located at the top of the windscreen, constantly
monitoring the road condition. Based on the
information transmitted by the camera, the
system anticipates possible road defects.
The operation of the system depends on the
driving mode selected (depending on equipment).
For more information on the Driving modes,
please refer to the corresponding section.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, this warning
lamp lights up on the instrument panel.
Have it checked by a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Driving modes
The driving modes available depend on the engine
and equipment of the vehicle.
Driving modes are selected using the following
control:




►  Press the control to display the modes on the
instrument panel.
►  Press the control again to change mode.
The selected mode is activated immediately.
With petrol / Diesel engines
Whenever the ignition is switched on, Normal
driving mode is selected by default.
Eco
To reduce fuel consumption by optimising the
operation of the heating and air conditioning and,
depending on version, accelerator, automatic
gearbox, gear shift indicator.
Free-wheeling in Eco mode: depending on version,
with the EAT8 gearbox, switching into "free-
wheeling" is encouraged to slow the vehicle down
without using engine braking. You can save fuel
by taking your foot gradually and fully off the
accelerator pedal in anticipation of slowing down.
Comfort
To achieve more comfortable driving on poor
road surfaces, over speed humps and sleeping
policemen or on long journeys. In this mode, DS
ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSION utilises additional
information coming from the multifunction
camera (early detection of road type and road
surface condition).
Normal
To restore the default settings.
Sport
To obtain more dynamic driving with action on the
power steering, DS ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSION,
accelerator and gear changes (with an automatic
gearbox), acoustic ambience of the engine and
the possibility of displaying the vehicle’s dynamic
settings on the instrument panel.
Manual
Permanent Manual mode with an automatic
gearbox.
This manual mode is accessed via the button M of
the push selector.
To change gears manually using the control
paddles on the steering wheel.
For more information on Automatic gearbox
(EAT8), refer to the corresponding section.

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E-TENSE 4X4 360
The electrical energy is used to
supplement the petrol engine or recharge the
traction battery, depending on the type of
driving.
This mode is optimised with specific settings
which make the most of the dynamic
performance of this vehicle (power steering,
accelerator pedal sensitivity, ESC).
Comfort
(Depending on equipment)
Combines Hybrid mode and Comfort mode of the
DS ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSION function.
To favour flexible shock absorption improving
driving comfort on poor surfaces.
For more information on DS ACTIVE SCAN
SUSPENSION, refer to the corresponding
section.
4WD (4-wheel drive)
(Depending on version)
Improves the vehicle's grip at low and moderate
speeds by driving all 4 wheels continuously.
4WD mode (4-wheel drive) is especially suited
to driving on snow-covered roads and difficult
terrain (e.g. mud, sand) as well as ford crossings,
at moderate speed.
Depending on the driving conditions and the
battery charge level, 4WD mode may be 100%
electric.
If the system does not detect a situation of wheel
slipping or poor grip after 300 metres of driving, it
switches to Hybrid mode.
This mode will be even more effective if
the vehicle is fitted with suitable tyres,
such as winter tyres.
The grip can be improved up to 84 mph (135 km/h)
using the electric motors; above this speed, the
vehicle is driven by the front wheels only.
Hill start assist
This system keeps the 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.
The system is only active when:
–

The v
ehicle is completely stationary, with your
foot on the brake pedal.
–

Cert
ain slope conditions are met.
–

The driv
er’s door is closed.
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held temporarily by hill start assist.
If someone needs to get out of the vehicle with
the engine running, apply the parking brake
manually. Then check that the parking brake
indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp in the
electric parking brake control are on fixed.
The hill start assist function cannot be
deactivated. However, using the parking
brake to immobilise the vehicle interrupts its
operation.
Operation

Facing uphill, with the vehicle stationary, the
vehicle is held for a short time when the driver
releases the brake pedal:
–

If mode
D or M is selected on an automatic
gearbox.


Facing downhill, with the vehicle stationary and
reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held for a
short time when the driver releases the brake
pedal.
Malfunction
If the event of a malfunction, these
warning lamps light up on the