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Ease of use and comfort
Heated mirrors
► Press this button.
For more information on Rear screen
demisting/defrosting , refer to the
corresponding section.
Interior rear view mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which
darkens the mirror glass and reduces the
nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,
headlamps of other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Day/night position
Steering wheel
adjustment
► When stationary , pull the control lever to
release the steering wheel.
►
Adjust the height and reach.
►
Lower the control lever to lock the steering
wheel.
As a safety precaution, these operations must only be carried out while the vehicle
is stationary.
Mirrors
Door mirrors
Adjustment
► Move control A or turn control C (depending
on the version you have) to the right or to the left
to select the corresponding mirror.
►
Move control
B or C (depending on the
version you have) in any of the four directions to
adjust.
►
Return control A
or C (depending on the
version you have) to its centre position.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should be adjusted to reduce the blind spots.
The objects observed are, in reality, closer
than they appear.
Take this into account when assessing the
distance of vehicles approaching from behind.
Manual folding
You can manually fold the mirrors (parking
obstruction, narrow garage, etc.)
►
T
urn the mirror towards the vehicle.
Electric folding
If the vehicle is so equipped, the mirrors can
be folded electrically from the inside, with the
vehicle parked and the ignition on:
► Place control A in the centre
position.
►
Pull control A
back.
►
Lock the vehicle from the outside.
Electric unfolding
The electric unfolding of the mirrors is via the
remote control or the key when unlocking the
vehicle. Unless folding was selected with control
A, pull the control back again to the central
position.
The folding / unfolding on locking / unlocking can be deactivated. Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If necessary, it is possible to fold the mirrors
manually.
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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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Driving
• 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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Driving
6Under-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
are correct for the conditions of use of the
vehicle and conform to the values written on
the tyre pressure label.
Check the pressures of the four tyres before
performing the reinitialisation.
The system does not advise if a pressure is
incorrect at the time of reinitialisation.
Without audio system
► Press this button for about 3 seconds then
release it. Reinitialisation is confirmed by an
audible signal.
With audio system or touch screen
With the vehicle stationary,
the system is reinitialised
via the vehicle configuration menu.
Malfunction
These warning lamps come on in the event of a malfunction.
In this case, the tyre under-inflation monitoring
function is no longer performed. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Head-up display
This system projects various information onto a
smoked projection blade situated in the driver's
field of vision, enabling them to drive without
taking their eyes off the road.
Information displayed
during operation
Once the system has been activated, the
following information is grouped together in the
head-up display:
A. The speed of your vehicle.
B. Cruise control/speed limiter information.
C. If your vehicle is suitably equipped, distances
between vehicles, automatic emergency
braking alerts and navigation instructions.
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In the event of a breakdown
– towing with only two wheels on the ground;
– four-wheel drive vehicle;
– no approved towbar available.
Towing constraints
Type of vehicle
(engine / gearbox)gearbox Font wheels on the
groundRear wheels on the
groundFlatbed
4 wheels on the ground
with towbar
Internal combustion /
Manual
Internal combustion /
Automatic
In case of battery or electric parking brake failure, it is essential to call a p
rofessional using flatbed recovery vehicles (excluding manual gearbox).
Access to the eye
For more information on the Tool kit,
refer to the corresponding section.
With a manual gearbox, move the gear
lever into neutral.
With an automatic gearbox, place the gear
selector into position N.
Failure to adhere to this instruction may lead
to damage to braking system components
and the lack of braking assistance on
restarting the engine.
► Raise the lever A fully.
► Replace the open clamp B
on the (+)
terminal.
►
Push the clamp
B fully down.
►
Lower the lever A
to lock the clamp B.
Do not force the lever as it will not be
possible to lock the clamp if it is not
positioned correctly; start the procedure
again.
Following reconnection
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the
ignition and wait 1 minute before starting the
engine, to enable the electronic systems to
initialise.
However, if minor problems persist following
this operation, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you must
reset certain systems yourself, such as:
– the remote control key or the electronic key
(depending on version),
–
the electric windows,
–
the electric doors,
–
the date and time,
–
the radio preset stations.
The Stop & Start system may not be operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a continuous period of
immobilisation of the vehicle, a period which
depends on the exterior temperature and the
state of charge of the battery (up to about 8
hours).
Towing
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle us\
ing the towing eye.
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in the country where you are driving.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the \
towed vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of the towed vehicle and must have a\
valid driving licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an \
approved towbar; ropes and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine off, there is no longer braking and steering assistance.
A professional recovery service must be called if:
– broken down on a motorway or main road;
–
not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or re\
lease the parking brake;
–
not possible to tow a vehicle with an automatic gearbox, with the engine\
running;
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In the event of a breakdown
8– towing with only two wheels on the ground;
– four-wheel drive vehicle;
–
no approved towbar available.
Towing constraints
Type of vehicle
(engine / gearbox)gearbox Font wheels on the
groundRear wheels on the
groundFlatbed
4 wheels on the ground
with towbar
Internal combustion /
Manual
Internal combustion /
Automatic
In case of battery or electric parking brake failure, it is essential to call a p
rofessional using flatbed recovery vehicles (excluding manual gearbox).
Access to the eye
For more information on the Tool kit,
refer to the corresponding section.
With a manual gearbox, move the gear
lever into neutral.
With an automatic gearbox, place the gear
selector into position N.
Failure to adhere to this instruction may lead
to damage to braking system components
and the lack of braking assistance on
restarting the engine.
Towing your vehicle
► In the front bumper , slide a finger from the
centre of the cover plate to the upper corner (as
shown above) to unclip it.
►
Screw the towing eye in fully
.
►
Install the towbar
.
►
Switch on the hazard warning lamps on the
towed vehicle.
►
Move off gently
, drive slowly and for a short
distance.