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Eco-driving
Eco-driving
Eco-driving refers to a range of everyday
practices that allow the motorist to optimise
the vehicle's energy consumption (fuel and/or
electricity) and CO
2 emissions.
Optimise your use of the gearbox
With a manual gearbox, move off gently and
change up promptly. While accelerating, change
up early.
With an automatic gearbox, favour automatic
mode. Do not depress the accelerator pedal
heavily or suddenly.
The gear shift indicator prompts you to engage
the most suitable gear. Whenever this indication
is displayed on the instrument panel, follow it
straight away.
With an automatic gearbox, this indicator
appears only in manual mode.
Drive smoothly
Maintain a safe distance between vehicles, use
engine braking rather than the brake pedal and
press the accelerator gradually. These practices
help to save on energy consumption, reduce
CO
2 emissions and decrease general traffic
noise.
When the traffic is flowing smoothly, select the
cruise control.
Control the use of electrical equipment
Before moving off, if the passenger compartment
is too warm, ventilate it by opening the windows
and air vents before using the air conditioning.
At speeds above 31
mph (50 km/h), close the
windows and leave the air vents open.
Consider using equipment that can help keep
the temperature in the passenger compartment
down (e.g.
sunroof blind, window blinds).
Unless automatically regulated, switch off the air
conditioning as soon as the desired temperature
has been reached.
Switch off the demisting and defrosting functions,
if they are not managed automatically.
Switch off the heated seat as soon as possible.
Adapt your use of the headlamps and/or
foglamps to the level of visibility, in accordance
with current legislation in the country in which
you are driving.
Avoid running the engine before moving off,
particularly in winter (other than in severe wintry
conditions: temperature below -23°C). The
vehicle will warm up much faster while driving.
As a passenger, avoid connecting your
multimedia devices (e.g.
film, music, video
game) to help reduce the consumption of energy.
Disconnect all portable devices before leaving
the vehicle.
Limit the causes of excess consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle. Place the
heaviest items in the boot as close as possible to
the rear seats. Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and
minimise wind resistance (e.g.
roof bars, roof
rack, bicycle carrier, trailer). Preferably, use a
roof box.
Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.
At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit
summer tyres.
Comply with the servicing instructions
Check tyre pressures regularly, with the tyres
cold, referring to the label in the door aperture on
the driver's side.
Carry out this check in particular:
–
before a long journey
.
–
at each change of season.
–
after a long period out of use.
Do not forget the spare wheel and, where
applicable, the tyres on your trailer or caravan.
Have your vehicle serviced regularly (e.g.
engine
oil, oil filter, air filter, passenger compartment
filter, etc.). Observe the schedule of operations in
the manufacturer's service schedule.
With a BlueHDi Diesel engine, if the SCR system
has a fault, your vehicle will emit pollution. Visit
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
as soon as possible to restore your vehicle's
nitrogen oxide emissions to legal levels.
When filling the fuel tank, do not continue after
the third cut-out of the nozzle, to avoid overflow.
You will only see the fuel consumption of your
new vehicle settle down to a consistent average
after the first 1,900 miles (3,000 kilometres).
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Dashboard instruments
With the automatic gearbox or the drive selector,
it may be necessary to depress the brake pedal
to unlock the gearbox from mode N.
Foot on the clutchFixed.
Stop & Start: the change to START mode
is rejected because the clutch pedal is not fully
depressed.
Fully depress the clutch pedal.
Green warning/indicator lamps
Automatic wiping
Fixed.
Automatic windscreen wiping is activated.
Automatic headlamp dippingFixed.
The function has been activated
via the vehicle’s configuration menu.
The lighting control stalk is in the "AUTO"
position.
For more information, refer to the Lighting and
visibility section.
Stop & StartFixed.
When the vehicle stops, the Stop & Start
system puts the engine into STOP mode.
Flashing temporarily.
STOP mode is momentarily unavailable
or START mode is automatically triggered.
For more information, refer to the Driving
section.
Vehicle ready to drive (Electric)Fixed, accompanied by an audible signal
when it comes on.
The vehicle is ready to drive and the thermal
comfort systems are available.
The indicator lamp goes out upon reaching a
speed of approximately 3 mph (5
km/h) and
lights up again when the vehicle stops moving.
The lamp will go out when you switch off the
motor and exit the vehicle.
Blind spot monitoringFixed.
The function has been activated.
Lane departure warning systemFlashing, accompanied by an audible
signal.
A lane marking has been crossed on the left or
right.
Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction
to return to the correct trajectory.
For more information, refer to the Driving
section.
Fixed, accompanied by an onscreen
message.
The system has a fault.
Stay alert and drive carefully, then carry out (3).
Direction indicatorsFlashing with audible signal.
The direction indicators are on.
SidelampsFixed.
The lamps are on.
Dipped beam headlampsFixed.
The lamps are on.
Front foglampsFixed.
The front foglamps are on.
Blue warning/indicator lamps
Main beam headlamps
Fixed.
The lamps are on.
Black/white warning lamps
Foot on the brake
Fixed.
Insufficient or no pressure on the brake
pedal.
With an automatic gearbox, with the engine
running, before releasing the parking brake, to
move out of position P.
Indicators
Service indicator
The service indicator is displayed on the
instrument panel. Depending on the vehicle
version:
–
the distance recorder display line indicates
the distance remaining before the next service
is due, or the distance travelled since it was due
preceded by the sign “-”.
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Dashboard instruments
1
► Press the button located on the end of the
wiper control stalk .
With steering-mounted controls
► Press the knob on the steering wheel.
On the instrument panel
► Press this button.
The following current information is shown in
turn:
–
Driving range (Diesel). –
Current consumption.
–
Stop & Start time counter (Diesel).
–
T
rip "1" followed by (depending on version)
trip "2" including average speed, average
consumption and distance travelled for each trip.
Trips "1" and "2" are independent but their use
is identical.
For example, trip "1" can be used for daily
figures and trip " 2" for monthly figures.
Trip reset
The reset is performed when the trip counter is
displayed.
► Press the button on the end of the wiper
control stalk for more than two seconds.
► Press the knob on the steering wheel for
more than two seconds.
► Press this button for more than 2 seconds.
Definitions
Range
(miles or km)
(Traction battery charge level percentage)
(Electric)
Distance that can still be travelled with the
fuel remaining in the tank (based on the
average fuel consumption over the last few miles
(kilometres) travelled).
This value may vary following a change in driving
style or terrain, leading to a significant change in
current fuel consumption.
When the range falls below 19 miles (30
km),
dashes are displayed.
After filling with at least 5 litres of fuel, the range
is recalculated and is displayed if it exceeds 62
miles (100
km).
Dashes appearing permanently in place of
numbers while driving indicates a malfunction.
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Access
2Malfunction
An audible signal repeated three times while
using the function indicates a fault with the
system.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
If the "Hands-free tailgate access
self-locking" option is selected in the
vehicle menu and after closing the door,
check that the vehicle is properly locked.
Locking will not take place:
–
if the ignition is on,
–
if one of the doors or the tailgate is open,
–
if a "Keyless Entry and Start" remote
control is inside the vehicle.
If a number of gestures with your foot have
no effect, wait a few seconds before starting
again.
The system is automatically deactivated in
heavy rain or with accumulations of snow
.
If it does not work, make sure that the
remote control is not exposed to a source of
electromagnetic interference (smartphone,
etc.).
Operation may be affected if using a
prosthetic leg.
This system may not work correctly if your
vehicle is fitted with a towbar.
The side door may open or close without warning if:
–
Y
our vehicle is fitted with a towbar.
– A trailer is coupled or decoupled.
– A bicycle carrier is installed or removed.
–
Bicycles are loaded on to or unloaded from
the bicycle carrier
.
–
Something is deposited or lifted behind the
vehicle.
–
An animal approaches the bumper
,
–
The vehicle is washed.
–
The vehicle is being serviced.
–
A
wheel is changed.
To avoid any sudden operation, keep the key
away from the detection zone (also from the
boot’s interior sides) or deactivate the function
in the vehicle configuration menu.
Ensure that no person or object might
prevent the correct opening or closing of
the doors.
Be aware of children when operating the
doors.
Side-hinged rear doors
► After first opening the left-hand door , pull the
lever A towards you to open the right-hand door.
Closing
► First close the right-hand door , then the left-
hand door.
If the left-hand door is closed first, a
buffer stop located on the edge of the
right-hand door prevents it closing.
If the left-hand side-hinged door is not properly
closed, the "door open " warning lamp
lights up
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Ease of use and comfort
When towing a large load on a steep gradient
in high temperatures, switching off the air
conditioning increases the available engine
power, enhancing the towing capacity.
Avoid driving for too long with the ventilation off or with prolonged operation
of interior air recirculation. Risk of misting and
deterioration of the air quality!
If the interior temperature is very high
after the vehicle has stood for a long
time in the sunshine, air the passenger
compartment for a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
Condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge of
water underneath the vehicle. This is perfectly
normal.
Servicing the ventilation and air
conditioning system
►
Ensure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly
.
We recommend using a composite passenger
compartment filter. Its specific active additive
helps protect against polluting gases and bad
smells.
► To ensure correct operation of the
air conditioning system, have it checked
according to the recommendations in the
Manufacturer’s service schedule.
Contains R134A fluorinated
greenhouse gases
Depending on version and country of sale, the
air conditioning system may contain R134A
fluorinated greenhouse gases. Gas capacity
0.5
kg (+/- 0.025 kg), GWP index 1430 (CO
2 equivalent: 0.715 t).
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning systems
only work when the engine is running.
Temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system to maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment.
For more information on Stop & Start, refer
to the corresponding section.
ECO driving mode
Selecting this mode reduces electrical
energy consumption, but restricts the
performance of the heating and air
conditioning systems, although it does not
deactivate them.
Heating
Manual air conditioning
The air conditioning system only operates with the engine running.
1. Temperature.
2. Air flow.
3. Air distribution.
4. Interior air recirculation.
5. Air conditioning on/off.
Air flow
► Turn the thumbwheel 2 to obtain a
comfortable air flow.
If you set the air flow control to the
minimum position (off), the temperature
in the vehicle will no longer be controlled. A
slight air flow can still be felt however,
resulting from the forward movement of the
vehicle.
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Ease of use and comfort
3Temperature
► Turn the thumbwheel 1 from "LO" (cold)
to "HI" (hot) to adjust the temperature to your
requirements.
Air distribution
► Pressing button 3 successively directs the air
flow towards:
–
windscreen, side windows and footwells,
–
footwells,
–
central vents, side vents and footwells,
–
windscreen, side windows, central vents, side
vents and footwells,
–
central and side vents,
–
windscreen and side windows (demisting or
defrosting).
Air conditioning
With the engine running, the air conditioning is
designed to operate effectively in all seasons,
with the windows closed.
It enables you to:
–
lower the temperature in summer
,
–
enhance the effectiveness of the demisting
function in winter
, above 3°C.
On/Off
► Press button 5 to activate/deactivate the air
conditioning system.
When the air conditioning is in operation, to
cool the air more quickly, you can use interior
air recirculation for a few moments by pressing
button 4. Then restore the intake of exterior air.
The air conditioning does not operate when the air flow adjustment is set to off.
Switching the system off could result in
discomfort (humidity, misting).
Dual-zone automatic air
conditioning
1. Temperature.
2. Air flow.
3. Air distribution.
4. Recirculation of interior air.
5. Air conditioning on/off.
6. Automatic comfort mode.
7. Visibility programme.
8. “Mono” function or Rear heating and air
conditioning on/off (depending on version).
Automatic comfort mode
► Press the " AUTO" button 6 to toggle the
mode.
The active mode appears in the display screen,
as described below:
Ensures soft, quiet operation by limiting
air flow.
Offers the best compromise between a
comfortable temperature and quiet
operation.
Provides dynamic, effective air flow.
When the engine is cold, the air flow will
only increase to its optimum level
gradually, to avoid distributing too much cold
air.
In cold weather, it prioritises the distribution of
warm air to the windscreen, the side windows
and the footwells only.
Manual mode
It is possible to make a different choice from that
offered by the system by changing a setting.
The other functions will still be automatically
managed.
The "AUTO” symbol disappears if you change a
setting.
Deactivating the system
► Press button 2 "-" until the fan symbol
disappears.
This action switches off all of the functions of the
system.
Temperature is no longer controlled. A slight air
flow can still be felt, however, resulting from the
forward movement of the vehicle.
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Safety
An indicator lamp associated with each mode
comes on, accompanied by the display of a
message to confirm your choice.
Operating modes
Standard (ESC)
This mode is calibrated for a low level of wheel spin, based on the different levels
of grip normally encountered on the road.
Whenever the ignition is switched off, the
system automatically resets to this mode.
Snow
This mode adapts its strategy to the conditions of grip encountered for each of
the two front wheels on moving off.
(mode active up to 50 mph (80
km/h))
All terrain (mud, damp grass, etc.)
This mode, when moving off, allows considerable spin on the wheel with the
least grip to optimise clearing of the mud and to
regain grip. At the same time, the wheel with the
most grip is controlled in such a way as to
transmit as much torque as possible.
When moving, the system optimises wheel spin
to respond to the driver's requirements as fully
as possible.
(mode active up to 31 mph (50
km/h))
Sand
This mode allows little spin on the two driving wheels at the same time to allow
the vehicle to move forward and limit the risks of
getting stuck in the sand.
(mode active up to 75 mph (120
km/h))
Do not use the other modes on sand as
the vehicle may become stuck.
Deactivation
You can deactivate the ASR and DSC systems by turning the knob to the "OFF"
position.
The ASR and DSC systems will no longer act on the operation of the engine
or of the brakes in the event of a change of
trajectory.
These systems are reactivated automatically
from 31 mph (50
km/h) and whenever the
ignition is switched on.
Recommendations
Your vehicle is designed principally to
drive on tarmac roads but it allows you to
occasionally drive on other less passable
terrain.
However, it does not permit off-road driving
such as:
–
crossing and driving on terrain which
could damage the underbody or strip away
components (fuel pipe, fuel cooler
, etc.) due
to obstacles or stones in particular,
–
driving on terrain with steep gradients and
poor grip,
–
crossing a stream.
Seat belts
Inertia reel
The seat belts are equipped with an inertia
reel which allows the strap length to adjust
automatically to the shape of the user. The seat
belt returns to its storage automatically when it
is not used.
The inertia reels are fitted with a device which
automatically locks the strap in the event of a
collision, emergency braking or if the vehicle rolls
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Driving
– depress the clutch pedal.
Gear shift indicator
(Depending on engine)
This system is designed to reduce fuel
consumption by recommending the most suitable
gear.
Operation
Depending on the driving situation and
the vehicle's equipment, the system may
recommend skipping one or more gears.
Gear engagement recommendations are
not to be considered mandatory. Indeed, the
configuration of the road, the traffic density and
safety remain determining factors when choosing
the best gear. Therefore, the driver remains
responsible for deciding whether or not to follow
the system’s advice.
The system cannot be deactivated.
On certain BlueHDi Diesel versions with a
manual gearbox, the system may suggest
shifting into neutral ( N is displayed on the
instrument panel) so that the engine can go into
standby (STOP mode of
Stop & Start), in certain
driving conditions.
With an automatic gearbox, the system is
only active in manual operation.
The information appears on the instrument panel, in the form of an "up" or
"down" arrow and the recommended gear.
The system adapts the gear change instructions according to the driving
conditions (e.g.
slope, load) and driving style
(e.g.
power demand, acceleration, braking).
The system never suggests:
–
engaging first gear
.
–
engaging reverse gear
.
Automatic gearbox
Automatic 6 or 8-speed gearbox, with electronic management of gear changes. It also offers a
manual mode with sequential gear changes
via control paddles located behind the steering
wheel.
Gear selector
To turn the gear selector in complete safety, it is recommended that you keep
your foot on the brake pedal.
P. Park.
R. Reverse.
N. Neutral.
D. Drive (automatic operation).
M. Manual (manual operation with sequential
changing of the gears).
Position N can be used in traffic jams or
in a car wash tunnel.