2019 CITROEN RELAY Handbook (in English)

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up to approximately 3 minutes. When this
t ime has elapsed, the lamps are switched off
automatically.
Deactivate this control by keeping the stalk
pulled towards the steering wheel for more than
2
seconds.
Automatic headlamps
System which automatically changes to main
beam according to the ambient light level and
the driving conditions, using a camera located
at the top of the windscreen.
This system is a
driving aid.
The driver remains responsible for the
vehicle's lighting, its correct use for the
prevailing conditions of light, visibility
and traffic, and obser vation of driving
regulations.
Activation
F Turn the lighting control stalk ring to this position.
F

A

ctivate the function with the MODE button;
in the "Automatic headlamp dipping" menu,
select "ON". For more information on Vehicle
configuration
, refer to the corresponding
section.
F
F
lash the headlamps (going beyond the
point of resistance) to activate the function.
Operation
Once activated, the system operates as
follows:
If the ambient light level is sufficient and/or if
the traffic conditions do not allow illumination of
the main beam headlamps:
-

D
ipped beam is maintained; this
indicator lamp lights up in the
instrument panel.
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If the ambient light level is very low and the
traffic conditions permit:
If the situation requires a change of headlamp
beam, the driver can take over at any time.
Flashing the headlamps again pauses the
function and the system changes to "automatic
illumination of headlamps" mode.
The function is disabled automatically below
9
mph (15 km/h).
If main beam is nevertheless necessary, flash
the headlamps again; main beam will then
remain on until the vehicle reaches a
speed of
25
mph (40 km/h).
Above 25
mph (40 km/h), the function is
reactivated automatically (provided that the
headlamps have not been flashed again in the
meantime, to change to dipped beam).
Deactivation
F Turn the lighting control stalk ring to the " Dipped beam "
position. The system may suffer inter ference or not
work correctly:
-

u
nder conditions of poor visibility
(falling snow, heavy rain or thick fog,
e t c .),
-
i
f the windscreen in front of the
camera is dirty, misted or obscured (by
a sticker, etc.),
-
i
f the vehicle is facing highly reflective
signs.
The system is not able to detect:
-
r
oad users that do not have their own
lighting, such as pedestrians,
-
v
ehicles whose lighting is obscured,
such as when driving behind a safety
barrier on a motor way, for example,
-
v
ehicles at the top or bottom of
a steep slope, on winding roads, on
crossroads.
Parking lamps
This system enables you to leave the lamps on
when parked; with the ignition off, key in the
STOP position or key removed.
This indicator lamp comes on in
the instrument panel.
The lamps will remain on while you
are parked.
Leaving the lighting on for long periods
may significantly reduce the state of
charge of your vehicle's battery.
-
M
ain beam comes on
automatically: these indicator
lamps come on in the instrument
panel.
F

M
ove the ring on the lighting control stalk
to position O then to dipped or main beam
headlamps.
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Headlamp beam height
adjustment
To avoid causing a nuisance to other road
u sers, the height of the halogen headlamp
beams must be adjusted according to the load
in the vehicle.
This function works in the dipped and main
beam headlamps position.
Press these controls several times in
succession to adjust the headlamps.
An indicator in the screen shows
the adjustment position selected (0,
1, 2, 3).
Wiper control stalk
Windscreen wipers
Wiping is active only when the ignition key is in
the MAR position.
The control can have five different positions:
-

W
ipers off.
-

I
ntermittent wiping: 1 notch downwards.
In this position, four wiping frequencies can be selected by turning the ring.
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers
If your vehicle is fitted with this system, the
wiping speed is adapted automatically to the
intensity of the rainfall.
Automatic wiping: 1
notch downwards. This is
confirmed by a
single wipe. Must be reactivated
after each time the ignition is switched off.
In this position, it is possible to increase the
sensitivity of the rain sensor by turning the ring.
Do not cover the rain sensor, located at
the top centre of the windscreen.
When washing the vehicle, switch off the
ignition or deactivate the automatic rain
sensitive wipers.
Check that the windscreen wiper blades
can operate freely when using the wipers
in icy weather.
Use the step in the front bumper to remove
any accumulation of snow at the base of
the windscreen and on the blades.
-
v

ery slow frequency,
-
sl

ow frequency,
-
s

tandard frequency,
-

f

ast frequency.
-

S

low continuous wiping: 2

notches
downwards. -

F
ast continuous wiping: 3 notches
downwards.
-
S
ingle wipe: pull the control stalk towards
the steering wheel.
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You can change the wiper blades.
For more information on Changing
a

wiper blade , refer to the corresponding
section.
With Stop & Start, when the wiper control
stalk is in the fast wiping position, STOP
mode is not available.
Screenwash and headlamp
wash
F Pull the wiper control stalk towards you, the screenwash is accompanied by a timed
operation of the wipers.
Depending on the model, the headlamp wash
is coupled with the screenwash, it is triggered if
the dipped beam headlamps are on.
The level of this fluid should be checked
regularly, particularly during winter.
For more information on Checking levels and
in particular the screenwash/headlamp wash
level, refer to the corresponding section.
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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:
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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.
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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 by means of the direction
indicators to alert other road users to a vehicle
breakdown, towing or accident.
F

P
ress this button, the direction indicators
flash.
This can operate with the ignition off.
Electronic stability control
(ESC)
Electronic stability control (ESC) 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).
Horn
F Press the central part of the steering wheel.
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.
Emergency braking assistance
(EBA)
In an emergency, this system permits the
optimum braking pressure to be reached
more quickly, therefore reducing the stopping
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. The effect of this is
a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and
an increase in braking efficiency.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
The ASR system (also known as Traction
Control) optimises traction in order to limit
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.
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Dynamic stability control (DSC)
If there is a difference between the path
f ollowed by the vehicle and that required by
the driver, the DSC 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.
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a
message in the instrument
panel screen, it indicates a
fault with
the anti-lock braking system (ABS)
which could result in loss of control
of the vehicle when braking.
If these warning lamps come on,
accompanied by a
message in the
instrument panel screen, it indicates
a
fault with the electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system which
could result in loss of control of the
vehicle when braking.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
In both cases, contact a
CITROËN dealer or
a


qualified workshop. For maximum braking efficiency, a
bedding-in period of around 310
miles
(500 kilometres) is needed. During this
period, it is advisable to avoid any sudden,
repeated and prolonged braking.
The ABS does not provide shorter braking
distances. On very slippery sur faces (ice,
oil, etc.) the ABS may extend braking
distances.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
make sure that these are approved for
your vehicle.
For emergency braking, press the
brake pedal ver y hard and do not
release it, even on a
slipper y sur face;
you will then be able to continue
steering the vehicle to avoid an
obstacle.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a
CITROËN dealer or
a


qualified workshop.
Dynamic stability control
(DSC)
Switching on
The DSC system is activated automatically
each time the vehicle is started.
It comes into operation in the event of a grip or
trajectory problem.
This is indicated by this warning
lamp flashing in the instrument
panel.
Deactivation
This system cannot be deactivated by the
driver.
Malfunction
Illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal
and confirmed by a message in the
instrument panel screen, indicates
a
fault with the DSC system.
Have it checked by a
CITROËN dealer or by
a


qualified workshop.
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Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
Switching on
This system is activated automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
In the event of a grip or trajectory problem, this
system comes into play.
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
w hich is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate
the ASR system, so that the wheels can turn
freely and regain grip.
F

P
ress this button to deactivate the system.
The button's warning lamp comes on
accompanied by a
message in the instrument
panel screen, indicating that the ASR system is
deactivated.
Reactivation
The ASR system is reactivated automatically
every time the ignition is switched back on.
F

P
ress this button again to reactivate it
manually.
Malfunction
If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a
message in the instrument
panel screen, this indicates a
fault
with the ASR system.
Have it checked by a
CITROËN dealer or by
a


qualified workshop. ASR/DSC
These systems offer increased safety
in normal driving, but they should not
encourage the driver to take extra risks or
drive at high speed.
It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain,
snow, ice) that the risk of loss of grip
increases. It is therefore important for your
safety to keep these systems activated in
all conditions, and particularly in difficult
conditions.
The correct operation of these
systems depends on obser vation of
the manufacturer's recommendations
regarding as much the wheels (tyres and
rims), braking and electronic components
as the assembly and repair procedures
used by CITROËN dealers.
To benefit in full from the effectiveness
of these systems in wintry conditions,
the vehicle must be fitted with four snow
tyres, allowing the vehicle to retain neutral
behaviour on the road.
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