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6As a safety precaution, never leave the vehicle with the engine running and the
doors closed.
Manual operation
► With the selector in position D , press
button M to enable 6-speed sequential
gear changing.
The indicator lamp for the button comes on.
►
Operate the "
+" or "-" steering mounted
controls.
M appears and the engaged gears are
shown in succession on the instrument
panel.
►
Y
ou can revert to automatic operation at any
time by pressing button M again.
The indicator lamp for the button goes off.
In manual mode, there is no need to
release the accelerator pedal while
changing gear.
It is only possible to change from one
gear to another if the vehicle speed and
engine speed permit.
If the engine speed is too low or too high,
the selected gear flashes for a few
seconds, then the gear actually engaged is
shown.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving very
slowly, the gearbox automatically selects gear
M1.
To preserve the brakes while descending a steep incline, use engine braking to
reduce your speed (change down or select a
lower gear).
Keeping the brake pedal pressed
continuously for long periods can overheat
the brakes, with the risk of damaging the
braking system or making it inoperative.
Only use the brakes when necessary, to slow
or stop the vehicle.
Depending on the road configuration
(e.g. mountainous road), manual
operation may be preferable.
Automatic operation may not always be
suitable, and does not enable engine braking.
Invalid value during manual
operation
This symbol is displayed if a gear is not engaged correctly (gear selector between
two positions).
►
Place the selector "correctly" at a position.
Stopping the vehicle
Before switching off the engine, select position
P then apply the parking brake to immobilise the
vehicle.
A point of resistance may be noticed when moving to position P.
If the selector is not in position P when the
driver's door is opened or approximately
45
seconds after the ignition is switched off,
an audible signal sounds and a message
appears.
►
Return the gear selector to position P
;
the audible signal stops and the message
disappears.
On a steep slope with a loaded vehicle,
press the brake pedal, select position
P, apply the parking brake then release the
brake pedal.
In all circumstances, ensure that the
selector is in position P before leaving
your vehicle.
Operating fault
When the ignition is on, a message appears
in the instrument panel screen to indicate a
gearbox fault.
In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up
mode and is locked in 3
rd gear. You may feel a
substantial knock when changing from P to R
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6Deactivation/Activation
With button
► To deactivate or reactivate the system, press
this button.
The indicator lamp is lit when the system is
deactivated.
With audio system/touch screen
The system is activated and deactivated via the vehicle
configuration menu.
If the system has been deactivated in
STOP mode, the engine restarts
immediately.
The system reactivates automatically whenever the engine is started by the
driver.
Operation
Main conditions for operation
– The driver ’s door must be closed.
– The sliding side door must be closed.
–
The driver's seat belt must be fastened.
–
The state of charge of the battery must be
sufficient.
–
The temperature of the engine must be within
its nominal operating range.
–
The outside temperature must be between
0°C and 35°C.
Putting the engine into standby
(STOP mode)
The engine automatically goes into standby
as soon as the driver indicates the intention of
stopping.
–
With a
manual gearbox: at a speed below
2 mph (3
km/h) or with the vehicle stationary
(depending on engine), with the gear lever in
neutral and the clutch pedal released.
–
With an
automatic gearbox: at a speed below
2 mph (3 km/h) or with the vehicle stationary
(depending on engine), with the brake pedal
depressed or the gear selector in position
N
.
Time counter
A time counter adds up the time spent in standby
during the journey. It is reset to zero every time
the ignition is switched on.
Special cases:
The engine will not go into standby if all of the
conditions for operation are not met and in the
following cases.
–
Steep slope (ascending or descending).
–
V
ehicle has not exceeded 6 mph (10 km/h)
since the last engine start (with the key or the
“START/STOP” button).
–
The electric parking brake is applied or being
applied.
–
Needed
to maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment.
–
Demisting active.
In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes
for a few seconds, then goes off.
After the engine has restarted, STOP mode is not available until the vehicle
has reached a speed of 5 mph (8
km/h).
During parking manoeuvres, STOP mode
is not available for a few seconds after
coming out of reverse gear or turning the
steering wheel.
Restarting the engine (START mode)
The engine automatically restarts as soon as the
driver indicates the intention of moving off again.
–
W
ith a manual gearbox: with the clutch pedal
fully depressed.
–
W
ith an automatic gearbox:
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• With the selector in position D or M: with the
brake pedal released.
•
With the selector in position N
and the brake
pedal released: with the selector at D or M.
•
With the selector in position P
and the brake
pedal depressed: with the selector at R, N,
D or M.
Special cases
The engine will restart automatically if all
conditions for operation are met again and in the
following case.
–
Speed of the vehicle exceeds 2 mph (3
km/h)
(depending on the engine).
In this case, this indicator lamp flashes for
a few seconds, then goes off.
Malfunctions
Depending on the vehicle’s equipment:In the event of a system malfunction, this
warning lamp flashes on the instrument
panel.
The warning lamp in this button flashes and a message appears, accompanied by
an audible signal.
Have the vehicle checked by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
The vehicle stalls in STOP mode
All of the instrument panel warning lamps come
on if there is a fault.
Depending on version, a warning message
may also be displayed, prompting you to place
the gear selector in position N and depress the
brake pedal.
►
Switch off the ignition then start the engine
again with the key or the " ST
ART/STOP" button.
The Stop & Start system requires a 12 V
battery of specific technology and
specification.
All work concerning the battery must be
carried out only by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Under-inflation detection
This system automatically checks the pressures of the tyres while driving.
It compares the information given by the wheel
speed sensors with reference values, which
must be reinitialised every time the tyre
pressures are adjusted or a wheel changed.
The system triggers an alert as soon as it
detects a drop in the inflation pressure of one or
more tyres.
Under-inflation detection does not
replace the need for vigilance on the part
of the driver.
This system does not avoid the need to
regularly check the tyre pressures (including
the spare wheel) as well as before a long
journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres, particularly
in adverse conditions (heavy load, high
speed, long journey):
–
worsens road-holding.
–
lengthens braking distances.
–
causes premature wear of the tyres.
–
increases fuel consumption.
The inflation pressures defined for the vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure
label.
For more information on the Identification
markings, refer to the corresponding section.
Checking tyre pressures
This check should be done when the
tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped for 1 hour or
after a journey of less than 6 miles (10
km) at
moderate speeds).
Otherwise, add 0.3 bar to the pressures
shown on the label.
Snow chains
The system does not have to be
reinitialised after fitting or removing snow
chains.
Spare wheel
The steel spare wheel does not have an
under-inflation detection sensor.
Under-inflation alert
This is signalled by the fixed illumination of this warning lamp, accompanied by an
audible signal and, depending on equipment, the
display of a message.
► Reduce speed immediately, avoid excessive
steering movements and avoid sudden braking.
► Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
The loss of pressure detected does not always cause visible bulging of the tyre.
Do not rely on just a visual check.
► Using a compressor, such as the one in
the temporary puncture repair kit, check the
pressures of the four tyres when cold.
► If it is not possible to make this check
immediately, drive carefully at reduced speed.
► In the event of a puncture, use the
temporary puncture repair kit or the spare wheel
(depending on equipment).
The alert is kept active until the system is reinitialised.
Reinitialisation
Reinitialise the system after adjusting one or
more tyre pressures and after changing one or
more wheels.
Before reinitialising the system, make
sure that the pressures of the four tyres
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D.If your vehicle is suitably equipped, speed
limit information.
For more information on Navigation,
refer to the section Audio equipment
and telematics.
Selector
1. On.
2. Off (long press).
3. Brightness adjustment.
4. Display height adjustment.
Activation/Deactivation
► With the engine running, press button 1 to
activate the system and deploy the projection
blade.
► Press and hold button 2 to deactivate the
system and retract the projection blade.
The state of the system is saved when the
engine is switched off and restored on restarting.
Height adjustment
► With the engine running, adjust the display to
the desired height using the buttons 4
:
•
up to move the display up,
•
down to move the display down.
Brightness adjustment
► With the engine running, adjust the
brightness of the information display using the
buttons
3:
•
on the "sun" to increase the brightness,
•
on the "moon" to decrease the brightness.
When stationary or while driving, no
objects should be placed around the
projection blade (or in its recess) so as not to
impede its movement and correct operation.
In certain extreme weather conditions
(rain and/or snow, bright sunshine, etc.),
the head-up display may not be legible or
may suffer temporary interference.
Some sunglasses may hamper reading of the
information.
To clean the projection blade, use a clean,
soft cloth (such as a spectacles cloth or
microfibre cloth). Do not use a dry or abrasive
cloth, or detergent or solvent products, due to
the risk of scratching the projection blade or
damaging the non-reflective coating.
This system operates when the engine is running, and the settings are saved when
the ignition is switched off.
Driving and manoeuvring
aids - General
recommendations
Driving and manoeuvring aids cannot, in
any circumstances, replace the need for
vigilance on the part of the driver.
The driver must comply with the Highway
Code, must remain in control of the vehicle in
all circumstances and must be able to retake
control of it at all times. The driver must adapt
the speed to climactic conditions, traffic and
the state of the road.
It is the driver's responsibility to constantly
check the traffic, to assess the relative
distances and speeds of other vehicles and to
anticipate their movements before indicating
and changing lane.
The systems cannot exceed the limits of the
laws of physics.
Driving aids
You should hold the steering wheel
with both hands, always use the interior and
exterior rear view mirrors, always keep the
feet close to the pedals and take a break
every two hours.
Manoeuvring aids
The driver must always check the
surroundings of the vehicle before and during
the whole manoeuvre, in particular using the
mirrors.
Radar
The operation of the radar as well as the
associated functions may be impaired through
the accumulation of dirt (mud, frost, etc.), in
certain difficult weather conditions (very heavy
rain, snow) or if the bumper is damaged.
If the front bumper is to be repainted, contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop;
certain types of paint could interfere with the
operation of the radar.
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6The speed limiter/cruise control information is
displayed.
Upon detecting a sign suggesting a new speed
setting, the system displays the value and
"MEM" flashes for a few seconds, prompting you
to save it as the new speed setting.
If there is a difference of less than 6 mph
(9 km/h) between the speed setting and
the speed displayed by the Speed Limit
Recognition and Recommendation, the
"MEM" symbol is not displayed.
Depending on the road conditions, several
speeds may be displayed.
►
Press button
2once to save the suggested
speed value.
A message is displayed, confirming the request.
►
Press button
2again to confirm and save the
new speed setting.
After a predetermined period, the screen returns
to the normal display.
Extended Traffic Sign
Recognition
Refer to the General recommendations on the
use of driving and manoeuvring aids .
This additional system recognises these road
signs and displays them in the instrument panel
if the appropriate display mode is selected.
One-way street: if you start driving the wrong
way down a one-way street, an alert message,
including the sign's symbol, is displayed in the
instrument panel (request to check the traffic
direction).
Other signs: when approaching one of these
signs, the sign’s symbol is displayed in the
instrument panel.
The actual road signs always take priority over the display from the system.
The signs must comply with the Vienna
Convention on road signs.
Activation / Deactivation
It is set via the vehicle
configuration menu.
Speed limiter
Refer to the General recommendations on the
use of driving and manoeuvring aids .
This system prevents the vehicle from
exceeding the speed programmed by the
driver (speed setting).
The speed limiter is switched on manually.
The minimum speed setting is 19 mph (30
km/h).
The speed setting remains in the system
memory when the ignition is switched off.
Steering mounted control
1. ON (LIMIT position) / OFF (position 0)
2. Reduce the speed setting
3. Increase the speed setting
4. Pause / resume speed limiter with the speed
setting previously stored
5. Depending on version:
Display of speed thresholds recorded using
Memorising speeds
or
Use the speed suggested by the Speed Limit
Recognition and Recommendation ( MEM
display)
6. Display and adjustment of the programmed
inter-vehicle distance
For more information on Memorising speeds
or on the Speed Limit Recognition and
Recommendation, refer to the corresponding
sections.
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programmed by the driver (speed setting),
without using the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is switched on manually.
It requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph
(40
km/h).
With a manual gearbox, third gear or higher must
be engaged.
With an automatic gearbox, mode
D
or second
gear or higher in mode
M
must be engaged.
The cruise control remains active after changing gear, regardless of the gearbox
type, on engines fitted with Stop & Start.
Switching off the ignition cancels any
speed setting.
Steering mounted control
1. ON (CRUISE position) / OFF (position 0)
2. Activation of cruise control at the current
speed / decrease speed setting 3.
Activation of cruise control at the current
speed / increase speed setting
4. Pausing / resumption of cruise control with
the speed setting previously stored
5. Depending on version:
Display of speed thresholds recorded using
Memorising speeds
or
Use the speed suggested by the Speed Limit
Recognition and Recommendation ( MEM
display)
For more information on Memorising speeds
or on the Speed Limit Recognition and
Recommendation, refer to the corresponding
sections.
Information displayed on
the instrument panel
Head-up display
6. Cruise control mode selection indication
7. Cruise control pause/resume status indication
8. Programmed speed setting value
9. Speed suggested by the Speed Limit
Recognition and Recommendation
Switching on/pausing
► Turn thumbwheel 1 to the "CRUISE" position
to select cruise control mode; the function is
paused.
► Press button 2 or 3 to activate cruise control
and save a speed setting when the vehicle has
reached the desired speed; the vehicle’s current
speed is saved as the speed setting.
► Release the accelerator pedal.
► Pressing button 4 temporarily pauses the
function.
► Pressing button 4 again restores operation of
the cruise control (ON).
Operation of the cruise control can also
be paused temporarily:
– by pressing the brake pedal.
– automatically, if the electronic stability
control (ESC) system is triggered.
Changing the cruise speed
setting
The cruise control must be active.
To change the cruise speed setting, based on
the vehicle’s current speed:
► In +/- 1 mph (1.6 km/h) steps, briefly press
button 2 or 3 as often as necessary.
► Continuously, in steps of +/- 5 mph (8 km/h),
press and hold button 2 or 3.
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6Use
Activation of the system (pause)
► With the engine running, turn the knob 1
downwards to the CRUISE position. Cruise
control is ready to operate (grey display).
Switching on of cruise control and choice
of speed setting
With a manual gearbox, your speed must be
between 19 and 99 mph (30 and 160 km/h).
With an automatic gearbox, mode
D
or M must
be selected and your speed must be between 19
and 112
mph (30 and 180 km/h).
►
Press button
2 or 3: the current speed
becomes the speed setting (minimum 19 mph
(30
km/h)) and cruise control is immediately in
operation (green display).
►
Press
3 to increase or 2 to decrease the
speed setting (steps of 5
mph (km/h) if held
pressed).
Pressing and holding button 2 or
3 results in a rapid change in the speed
of the vehicle.
Pausing / resumption of cruise control
► Press 4 or press the brake pedal. To pause
cruise control, it is also possible to: •
shift from mode
D to N;
•
press the clutch pedal for more than 10
seconds;
•
press the electric parking brake control;
► Press 4 to restart cruise control. Cruise
control may have been paused automatically: •
when
the speed of the vehicle goes below 19
mph (30
km/h) with a manual gearbox;
•
when the speed of the engine goes below
1
100 rpm with a manual gearbox;
•
by triggering of the ESC system.
With a manual gearbox, the driver should press
the accelerator pedal to move off, then above
19 mph (30
km/h), reactivate the system by
pressing one of the buttons 2, 3 or 4.
With an automatic gearbox, following braking
of the vehicle bringing it to a complete stop, the
system holds the vehicle stationary; the cruise
control is paused. The driver should press
the accelerator pedal to move off, then above
19 mph (30
km/h), reactivate the system by
pressing one of the buttons 2, 3 or 4.
If the driver takes no action following this
immobilisation, the electric parking brake is
applied automatically after about 5 minutes.
Cruise control remains active after
changing gear regardless of the gearbox
type.
When the driver attempts to reactivate
cruise control which was paused, the
message "Activation not possible, unsuitable
conditions" is briefly displayed if reactivation
is not possible (safety conditions not met).
Modifying the programmed speed setting
with the Speed Limit Recognition and
Recommendation function
► Press 5 to accept the speed suggested by
the function in the instrument panel, then press
again to confirm.
To prevent any sudden acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle, select a
speed setting fairly close to the current speed
of the vehicle.
Changing the inter-vehicle distance
► Press 6 to display the distance setting
thresholds (“Distant”, “Normal”, “Close“), then
press again to select a threshold.
After a few seconds, the option is accepted and
will be memorised when the ignition is switched
off.
Temporarily exceeding the speed setting
► Press the accelerator pedal fully . Distance
monitoring and cruise control are deactivated
as long as acceleration is maintained. "Cruise
control suspended" is displayed.
System deactivation
► Turn knob 1 upwards to the OFF position.
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6of alert may be triggered and displayed in the
instrument panel.
They take account of the vehicle dynamics, the
speeds of your vehicle and the one in front, the
environmental conditions and the operation of
the vehicle (cornering, actions on the pedals,
etc.) to trigger the alert at the best moment.
Level 1 (orange): visual alert only,
signalling that the vehicle in front is very
close.
The message "
Vehicle close" is displayed.
Level 2 (red): visual and audible alert,
signalling that a collision is imminent.
The message "
Brake!" is displayed.
Level 3: finally, in some cases, a haptic alert
in the form of micro-braking can be given,
confirming the risk of collision.
Where the speed of your vehicle is too
high approaching another vehicle, the
first level of alert may not be displayed: the
level 2 alert may be displayed directly.
Important: the level
1 alert is never displayed
for a stationary obstacle or when the " Close"
trigger threshold has been selected.
Modifying the alert trigger threshold
This threshold determines how you wish to be
warned of the presence of a moving or stationary
vehicle in front of you, or a pedestrian present in
your traffic lane.
The current threshold can be modified via the vehicle
configuration menu.
You can select one of three pre-defined
thresholds:
–
"Distant",
–
"Normal",
–
"Close".
The last threshold selected is memorised when
the ignition is switched off.
Intelligent emergency
braking assistance
If the driver brakes, but not sufficiently to avoid a
collision, this system will supplement the braking,
within the limits of the laws of physics.
This assistance will only be provided if you press
the brake pedal.
Active Safety Brake
This function, also called automatic emergency
braking, intervenes following the alerts if the
driver does not react quickly enough and does
not operate the vehicle's brakes.
It aims to reduce the speed of impact or avoid a
collision where the driver fails to react.
Operation
The system operates under the following
conditions:
–
The vehicle's speed does not exceed 37 mph
(60 km/h) when a pedestrian is detected.
–
The vehicle's speed does not exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h) when a stationary vehicle is detected.