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Ease of use and comfort
3– the battery charge and the fuel level are
sufficient,
–
the engine has been started since the
previous heating cycle,
–
60
minutes have elapsed between two
heating requests.
The programmable heating is supplied by the vehicle fuel tank. Before use, make
sure that you have sufficient fuel. If the fuel
tank is on reserve, you are strongly
recommended not to program the heating.
The additional heating must always be
switched off while refuelling to avoid any risk
of fire or explosion.
To avoid the risks of poisoning or asphyxia, the programmable heating
must not be used, even for short periods, in a
closed environment such as a garage or
workshop which is not equipped with an
exhaust gas extraction system.
Do not park the vehicle on a flammable
surface (dry grass, dead leaves, paper, etc.)
- Risk of fire!
Glazed surfaces such as the rear screen
or windscreen can become very hot in
places.
Never put objects on these surfaces; never
touch these surfaces - Risk of burns!
Do not throw remote control batteries
away, as they contain metals that are
harmful to the environment. Take them to an
approved disposal point.
Courtesy lamp
Automatic switching on/off
The front courtesy lamp comes on when the key
is removed from the ignition switch.
All courtesy lamps come on when the vehicle is
unlocked, when one of the corresponding doors
is opened and when locating the vehicle using
the remote control.
They fade to off after the ignition is switched on
and when the vehicle is locked.
Take care not to allow objects to come into contact with the courtesy lamp.
Type 1
Always lit, ignition on.
Lights up when one of the front or rear
doors is opened.
Always off.
Type 2
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Ease of use and comfort
Front: comes on when one of the front or
rear doors is opened (sliding side door
and depending on equipment, left-hand
side-hinged door or tailgate).
Always lit, ignition on.
Row 2: comes on when one of the rear
doors is opened (sliding side door and
depending on equipment, left-hand side-hinged
door or tailgate).
Always off.
Individual reading lamp
If fitted to the vehicle, these are switched
on and off by means of a manual switch.
With the ignition on, operate the corresponding
switch.
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Lighting and visibility
4Lighting control stalk
Main lighting
Automatic illumination of lamps/daytime running lamps
Sidelamps only
Dipped or main beam headlamps
Operation of the selected lighting is
confirmed by the illumination of the
corresponding indicator lamp.
In some weather conditions (e.g. low
temperature or humidity), the presence
of misting on the internal surface of the glass
of the headlamps and rear lamps is normal; it
disappears after the lamps have been on for a
few minutes.
Headlamp dipping
Pull the stalk to switch between dipped and main
beam headlamps.
In "AUTO" and sidelamps modes, the driver can
switch on the main beam headlamps temporarily
("headlamp flash") by maintaining a pull on the
stalk.
Foglamps selection ring
Rear foglamps
They operate with the sidelamps on.
►
Rotate the ring forwards to switch them on
and backwards to switch them off.
When the lighting is switched off automatically
("AUTO" position), the foglamps and the dipped
beam headlamps will remain on.
With front and rear foglamps
They operate with the dipped beam headlamps on, in manual or auto mode.
Turn and release the ring:
►
once forwards to switch on the front foglamps
and then a second time for the rear foglamps.
►
once backwards to switch off the rear
foglamps and then a second time for the front
foglamps.
If the lighting is switched off automatically
("
AUTO" position) or the dipped beam
headlamps are switched off manually, the
foglamps and sidelamps will remain on.
►
T
urn the ring backwards to switch the
foglamps off; the sidelamps will then switch off.
When the lighting is left on
An audible signal when a front door is
opened warns the driver that the vehicle's
exterior lighting is on, with the ignition off and
in manual lighting mode.
In this case, switching off the lighting stops
the audible signal.
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Lighting and visibility
Daytime running lamps /
Sidelamps
The front lamps light up automatically when the
engine starts.
They provide the following functions:
– Daytime running lamps (lighting control stalk in
the "AUTO" position with adequate light level).
– Sidelamps (lighting control stalk in the " AUTO"
position with low light levels or "Sidelamps only”
or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").
The LEDs are brighter when operating as daytime running lamps.
Parking lamps
Side markers for the vehicle by illumination of
the sidelamps on the traffic side only.
► Depending 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 left;
The lighting goes off when you switch off the
ignition, but you can always switch it on again
using the lighting control stalk.
Travelling abroad
If using your vehicle in a country that
drives on the other side of the road, the
headlamps must be adjusted to avoid
dazzling on-coming drivers.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In good or rainy weather, by both day
and night, use of the front foglamps and
the rear foglamps are prohibited. In these
situations, the power of their beams may
dazzle other drivers. They should only be
used in fog or falling snow.
In these weather conditions, it is your
responsibility to switch on the foglamps and
dipped headlamps manually as the sunshine
sensor may detect sufficient light.
Switch off the front and rear foglamps when
they are no longer necessary.
Never look too closely at the luminous
beam of LED headlamps: risk of serious
eye injury.
Direction indicators
► Left or right: lower or raise the lighting control
stalk, beyond the point of resistance.
Three flashes
► Press briefly upwards or downwards, without
going beyond the point of resistance; the
direction indicators will flash 3 times.
Automatic headlamp illumination
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 can also come
on if rain is detected, at the same time as the
automatic rain sensitive 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.
► Turn the ring to the "AUTO" position. When
the function is activated, a message is also
displayed.
►
T
urn the ring to another position . An
onscreen message is displayed to confirm that
the function has been deactivated.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction of the
sunshine sensor, the lighting comes on
and this warning lamp is displayed 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.
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Lighting and visibility
4Daytime running lamps /
Sidelamps
The front lamps light up automatically when the
engine starts.
They provide the following functions:
–
Daytime running lamps (lighting control stalk in
the "
AUTO" position with adequate light level).
–
Sidelamps (lighting control stalk in the " AUT
O"
position with low light levels or "Sidelamps only”
or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").
The LEDs are brighter when operating as daytime running lamps.
Parking lamps
Side markers for the vehicle by illumination of
the sidelamps on the traffic side only.
►
Depending 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 left; lighting control stalk upwards; the right-hand
sidelamps come on).
This is confirmed by an audible signal and
illumination of the corresponding direction
indicator lamp in the instrument panel.
T
o switch off the parking lamps, return the
lighting control stalk to the central position.
Guide-me-home lighting
Manual
Switching on/off
► With the ignition off, "flash" the headlamps
using the lighting control stalk to switch the
function on or off.
Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off
automatically at the end of a given period of
time.
Automatic
With the ring in the "AUTO" position, when the
light is poor, the dipped beam headlamps come
on automatically when the ignition is switched
off.
The activation, deactivation and duration of guide-me-
home lighting are set in the vehicle configuration
menu.
Automatic exterior welcome lighting
With the "Automatic headlamp illumination"
function activated, when the light is poor, the
sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps come
on automatically when the vehicle is unlocked.
Activation, deactivation and
the duration of the exterior
welcome lighting are set in the vehicle
configuration menu.
Automatic headlamp dipping
This system automatically changes between
dipped and main beam headlamps according to
the brightness and 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
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Safety
5General safety
recommendations
Do not remove the labels attached in
different places on your vehicle. They
include safety warnings as well as
identification information for the vehicle.
For all 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.
Depending on country regulations,
certain safety equipment may be
mandatory: 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.
Installing electrical accessories:
– The 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 approved
accessories.
* In accordance with the general conditions of use of the service, available from dealers an\
d subject to technological and technical limitations.
– As a safety measure, access to the
diagnostic socket, used for the vehicle's
electronic systems, is reserved 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.
–
Any 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 commercial warranty
.
Installation of accessory radio
communication transmitters
Before installing a radio communication
transmitter with an external aerial, you must
without fail 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).
Declarations of conformity for radio
equipment
The relevant certificates are available on the
http://service.citroen.com/ACddb/ website.
Emergency or assistance
call (type 1)
Localised Emergency Call
► In an emergency , press button 1 for more
than 2 seconds.
The lighting of the indicator lamp and a voice
message confirm that the call has been made to
the “Localised Emergency Call” call centre.*.
►
Pressing again immediately cancels the
request.
The lamp remains lit until the call is ended.
"Localised Emergency Call" immediately
geolocates your vehicle and contacts you in your
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Safety
Malfunction
If a fault occurs, this warning lamp comes
on in the instrument panel, accompanied
by a message and an audible signal.
If you wish to continue towing a trailer, reduce
your speed and drive carefully!
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
The trailer stability assist system offers enhanced safety in normal driving,
provided that the recommendations on towing
a trailer are observed. It should not
encourage the driver to take risks, such as
towing a trailer in adverse operating
conditions (overloading, failure to observe the
trailer nose weight, worn or under-inflated
tyres, faulty braking system, etc.), or to drive
at excessive speeds.
In certain cases, the system may not detect
trailer snaking, particularly with a light trailer.
When driving on slippery or poor surfaces, the
system may not be able to prevent sudden
trailer snaking.
Advanced Grip Control
A special, patented traction control system which improves driveability on snow, mud and sand.
This system, optimised for operation in a range
of conditions, enables you to manoeuvre in most
slippery conditions (encountered during normal
passenger car use).
more wheels to return the vehicle to the desired
path, within the limits of the laws of physics.
These systems are activated automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a grip
or trajectory problem.
This warning lamp on the instrument panel flashes to indicate that they are
operating.
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.
However, it is recommended that the system 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).
At speeds below 31 mph (50
km/h), the systems
can be reactivated manually.
Press this button or turn the thumbwheel
to this position.
The indicator lamp in the button or thumbwheel
comes on: the DSC/ASR systems no longer
have an effect on engine operation.
To reactivate the system:
Press this button.
Or
Turn the thumbwheel to this position.
The indicator lamp in the button or thumbwheel
goes off.
Malfunction
In the event of a system malfunction, this
warning lamp comes on, accompanied by
an onscreen message and audible signal.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the systems checked.
ASR / DSC
These systems enhance safety during
normal driving, but 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.
Correct operation of these systems depends
on compliance with the manufacturer's
recommendations relating to the wheels
(tyres and rims), braking and electronic
components, as well as the assembly and
repair procedures used by CITROËN dealers.
The use of snow tyres is recommended, to
ensure that these systems remain effective
in winter conditions. All four wheels must be
fitted with tyres approved for the vehicle.
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
When towing, this system reduces the risk of the
vehicle or trailer snaking.
Operation
The system is activated automatically when the
ignition is switched on.
The electronic stability control system (ESC)
must not have any faults.
At speeds between 37 and 99 mph (60 and
160
km/h), if the system detects oscillating trailer
movements (snaking), it acts on the brakes to
stabilise the trailer and, if necessary, reduces
engine power to slow the vehicle.
This warning lamp flashes on the instrument panel and the brake lamps
light up to draw attention to this corrective action.
For information on weights and towed loads,
refer to the Engine Technical Data and Towed
Loads section or your vehicle’s registration
certificate
To ensure safe driving with a Towing device,
refer to the corresponding section.
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Safety
5Malfunction
If a fault occurs, this warning lamp comes
on in the instrument panel, accompanied
by a message and an audible signal.
If you wish to continue towing a trailer, reduce
your speed and drive carefully!
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
The trailer stability assist system offers enhanced safety in normal driving,
provided that the recommendations on towing
a trailer are observed. It should not
encourage the driver to take risks, such as
towing a trailer in adverse operating
conditions (overloading, failure to observe the
trailer nose weight, worn or under-inflated
tyres, faulty braking system, etc.), or to drive
at excessive speeds.
In certain cases, the system may not detect
trailer snaking, particularly with a light trailer.
When driving on slippery or poor surfaces, the
system may not be able to prevent sudden
trailer snaking.
Advanced Grip Control
A special, patented traction control system which improves driveability on snow, mud and sand.
This system, optimised for operation in a range
of conditions, enables you to manoeuvre in most
slippery conditions (encountered during normal
passenger car use). When combined with suitable tyres, this system
offers a compromise between safety, grip and
driveability.
The accelerator pedal should be pressed
sufficiently to allow the system to harness 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.
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.
Every time 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.