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6N.Neutral
To move the vehicle with the ignition off and 
so allow it to free-wheel.
For more information on Free-wheeling, refer 
to the corresponding section.
D. Drive (automatic forward gear)
B. Brake (regenerative braking)
Regenerative braking (the button lights up to 
indicate its activation).
Information displayed on 
the instrument panel
When the ignition is switched on, the drive 
selector status is displayed on the instrument 
panel:
P : Park.
R : Reverse.
N : Neutral.
D : Drive (automatic forward gear).
B : Brake (regenerative braking activated).
Operation
► Move the selector by pressing it forwards 
( N or R) or rearwards (N or D) once or twice, 
passing the point of resistance if necessary.
For example, to change from
  P to   R (with your 
foot on the brake pedal), either push forwards 
twice without passing the point of resistance or 
push just once, passing the point of resistance.
Regenerative braking
With the Brake function and when 
decelerating
The Brake function emulates engine braking, 
slowing the vehicle with no need to depress the 
brake pedal. The vehicle slows more quickly 
when the driver releases the accelerator pedal.
The energy recovered when the accelerator 
pedal is released is then used to partially 
recharge the traction battery, thereby increasing 
the vehicle's driving range.
The resulting deceleration of the vehicle  does not cause the brake lamps to come 
on.
►
 
From mode 
 D/R, press button B to activate/
deactivate the function (the button lights up when 
the function is activated).
D/R on the instrument panel is replaced with  B.
The system status is not saved when the ignition 
is switched off.
In some situations (e.g. battery full, 
extreme temperatures), the amount of 
regenerative braking may be temporarily 
limited, resulting in less deceleration.
The driver must remain alert to traffic 
conditions and must always be ready to use 
the brake pedal.
With the brake pedal
When the brake pedal is depressed, the 
intelligent braking system automatically recovers 
some of the energy and uses it to recharge the 
traction battery.
This energy recovery also reduces use of the 
brake pads, thereby limiting their wear.
The driver may experience a different  sensation when depressing the brake 
pedal compared to a vehicle without 
regenerative braking.
Driving modes
Driving modes are selected using the following 
control:
 
 
 
 
1.Pressing the control activates  Eco mode. The 
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2.Pressing the control displays the modes on the 
instrument panel.
With an electric motor, when starting the vehicle, 
no mode can be selected until the READY 
indicator lamp is displayed.
When the message disappears, the selected 
mode is activated and remains indicated on the 
instrument panel (except  Normal
  mode).
Whenever the ignition is switched on, 
Normal
  driving mode is selected by default.
Normal
To restore the default settings.
Eco
To reduce energy consumption by reducing the 
performance of the heating and air conditioning, 
without deactivating them.
To reduce consumption of the traction battery's 
electrical energy by limiting engine torque.
Power (Electric)
Allows a fully laden vehicle (GVW) to obtain 
equivalent performance to that of an unladen 
vehicle in Normal mode.
All modes are displayed on the instrument panel, except for  Normal 
mode.
Coasting mode
Depending on version or engine, with an 
EAT8 gearbox and the gear selector in mode 
D, gradually releasing the accelerator pedal 
fully allows free-wheeling which can save fuel.
A drop in engine speed is normal (rev counter 
at idle, drop in engine noise).
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.
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
 .
Stop & Start (Petrol or 
Diesel)
The Stop & Start function puts the engine temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during 
phases when the vehicle is stationary (e.g.
  red 
lights, traffic jams). The engine automatically 
restarts - START mode - as soon as the driver 
indicates the intention of moving off again.
Primarily designed for urban use, the function 
is intended to reduce fuel consumption and 
exhaust emissions as well as the noise level 
when stationary.
The function does not affect the functionalities of 
the vehicle, in particular the braking.
Opening the bonnet
Before doing anything under the bonnet, 
deactivate the Stop & Start system to avoid 
any risk of injury caused by the engine 
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Restarting the engine (START mode)
The engine automatically restarts as soon as the 
driver indicates the intention of moving off again:
With a manual gearbox: with the clutch pedal 
fully depressed.
With an automatic gearbox:
– 
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.
–
 
Reverse gear engaged.
Special cases
The engine will restart automatically if the 
conditions for operation are met again and in the 
following case:
– 
V
 ehicle speed exceeds 2 mph (3   km/h) 
(depending on 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 it 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.
12 V battery
The Stop & Start system requires a 
12 V battery of specific technology and 
specification.
All work must be carried out only by a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
Tyre under-inflation  detection
This system alerts the driver if one or more tyres 
suffer a drop in pressure.
The alert is raised when the vehicle is moving, 
not when stationary.
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.
It takes into account the last values stored 
during the reinitialisation request. It is therefore 
essential that the tyre pressure is correct during 
the operation. This operation is the driver’s 
responsibility.
The tyre under-inflation detection cannot,  in any circumstances, 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), especially 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 energy 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 monthly 
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 
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instrument panel must match that of the 
country you are driving in.
Automatic sign reading is a driving aid system and does not always display the 
correct speed limits.
The speed limit signs present on the road 
always take priority over those displayed by 
the system. 
The system is designed to detect signs that 
conform to the Vienna Convention on road 
signs.
Specific speed limits, such as those for 
heavy goods vehicles, are not displayed.
The display of the speed limit on the 
instrument panel is updated when passing 
a speed limit sign intended for cars (light 
vehicles).
Activation/Deactivation
By default, the system is automatically activated 
at every engine start.
The settings are changed via  the   Driving/Vehicle   touch screen 
menu.
Information displayed on 
the instrument panel
 
 
1. Detected speed limit indication
or
2. End of speed limit indication
 
 
The system is active but is not detecting speed 
limit information.
 
 
On detecting speed limit information, the system 
displays the value.
 
 
For a suggested maximum speed, the first time 
that the vehicle exceeds it
 by more than 3 mph 
(5
  km/h) (e.g. 59 mph (95   km/h)), the speed is 
displayed and flashes for 10 seconds (depending 
on version).
Operating limits
The system does not take account of reduced 
speed limits, especially those imposed in the 
following cases:
–
 
Atmospheric pollution.
–
  Towing.
–
 
Driving with a space-saver type spare wheel 
or snow chains fitted.
–
 
T
 yre repaired using the temporary puncture 
repair kit.
–
 
Y
 oung drivers.
The system may not display the speed limit if it 
does not detect a speed limit sign within a preset 
period and in the following situations:
–
 
Road signs that are obstructed, non-standard, 
damaged or bent.
–
 
Obsolete or incorrect maps.
Recommendation 
 
In addition to Road signs recognition , the 
driver can select the speed displayed as a speed 
setting for the speed limiter or cruise control 
using the speed limiter or cruise control 'store' 
button.
For more information on the  Speed 
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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 the speed thresholds saved using the 
Memorising speeds function
or
Use the speed suggested by the Road signs 
recognition ( MEM display)
6. Display and adjustment of the programmed 
inter-vehicle distance
For more information on  Memorising speeds 
or the Road signs recognition , refer to the 
corresponding sections.
Information displayed on 
the instrument panel
 
 
 
 
Head-up display 
 
7. Speed limiter mode selection indication
8.Speed limiter on/pause status indication
9. Programmed speed setting value
10. Speed limiter recommendation with Road 
signs recognition (depending on version)
Switching on/Pausing
► Turn thumbwheel  1 to the "LIMIT" position 
to select speed limiter mode; the function is 
paused.
►
 
If the speed limit setting is suitable (most 
recent speed setting programmed in the system), 
press button 
4-II to switch the speed limiter on.
►
 
Pressing 
 4-II again temporarily pauses the 
function (pause).
When the speed setting remains below 
the vehicle's speed for a prolonged 
period of time, an audible warning is emitted.
Adjusting the limit speed  setting
You do not have to switch the speed limiter on in 
order to set the speed.
To modify the limit speed setting based on the 
vehicle’s current speed:
►
 
Briefly press button
   2 or 3 to change the 
value in steps of +
  or -   1   mph (1.6 km/h).
►
 
Press and hold button
  
2
  or 3 to change the 
value in steps of +
  or -   5   mph (8 km/h).
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6► Press button  5 to display the memorised 
speed settings.
►
 
Press the touch screen button for the desired 
speed setting.
The selection screen closes after a few 
moments.
This setting becomes the new limit speed.
T
o modify the cruise speed setting based on the 
speed suggested by the Road signs recognition, 
as shown on the instrument panel:
►
 
Press button
   5 once; a message is displayed 
to confirm the memorisation request.
►
 
Press button
   5 again to save the suggested 
speed.
The speed is immediately shown on the 
instrument panel as the new speed setting.
Temporarily exceeding the 
speed setting
► Fully depress the accelerator pedal.
The speed limiter is temporarily deactivated and 
the displayed speed setting flashes.
►
 
Release the accelerator pedal to return to 
below the speed setting.
When exceeding the speed is not due to the 
driver's action (e.g.
  in case of a steep slope), an 
audible signal is triggered immediately.
On a steep descent or in the event of 
sharp acceleration, the speed limiter will 
not be able to prevent the vehicle from 
exceeding the speed setting.
If necessary, apply the brakes to control your 
vehicle’s speed.
When the vehicle speed returns to the speed 
setting level, the speed limiter operates again: 
the speed setting display becomes fixed again.
Switching off
► Turn the thumbwheel  1 to the "0" position: 
the display of information on the speed limiter 
disappears.
Malfunction 
 
In the event of a malfunction, dashes are 
displayed flashing and then fixed instead of the 
speed setting.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Fixed speed limiter 
 
If fitted to your vehicle, its speed can be limited 
to a fixed setting.
A label located in the passenger compartment 
indicates this maximum speed.
The fixed speed limiter is not a cruise control 
type function. It cannot be activated or 
deactivated by the driver during the trip.
The maximum speed is originally set  according to the regulations in force in 
the country of sale.
This maximum speed cannot be changed by 
the driver.
If you wish to modify this maximum speed, 
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Cruise control - Specific 
recommendations
The cruise control function does not guarantee compliance with the maximum 
authorised speed and the safety distance 
between vehicles, the driver remains 
responsible for their driving.
In the interest of public safety, only use cruise 
control if the traffic conditions enable vehicles 
to drive at a steady speed and maintain an 
adequate safety distance.
Remain vigilant while cruise control is 
activated. If you press and hold one of the 
speed setting modification buttons, your 
vehicle may change speed very abruptly.
When descending a steep hill , the cruise 
control system cannot prevent the vehicle 
from exceeding the set speed. Brake if 
necessary to control the vehicle speed.
On steep climbs or when towing, the set 
speed may not be reached or maintained.
Exceeding the programmed speed 
setting
You can temporarily exceed the speed 
setting by pressing the accelerator pedal (the 
programmed speed flashes).
To return to the speed setting, release the 
accelerator pedal (when the set speed is 
reached again, the displayed speed stops 
flashing).
Operating limits
Never use the system in the following 
situations:
–
 
In an urban area with the risk of 
pedestrians crossing the road.
–
 
In heavy traffic (except versions with the 
Stop & Go function).
–
 
On winding or steep roads.
–
 
On slippery or flooded roads.
–
 
In poor weather conditions.
–
 
In the event of restricted visibility for the 
driver
.
–
 
Driving on a speed circuit.
–
 
Driving on a rolling road.
–
 
When using a ‘space-saver
 ’ type spare 
wheel.
–
 
When using snow chains, non-slip covers 
or studded tyres.
Programmable cruise 
control
For more information, refer to the 
General recommendations on the use 
of driving and manoeuvring aids  and the 
Cruise control - particular 
recommendations.
This system automatically maintains the  vehicle’s speed at the value programmed 
by the driver (speed setting), without the use of 
the accelerator pedal.
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.
With a drive selector, mode
  D or B must be 
engaged.
Cruise control remains active after 
changing gear, regardless of the gearbox 
type, on engines fitted with the Stop & Start 
function.
Switching off the ignition cancels any 
speed setting.
Steering-mounted control 
 
1. ON (CRUISE position)/OFF (position 0)
2. Activate cruise control at the current speed/
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63.Activate cruise control at the current speed/
increase speed setting
4. Pause/resume cruise control with the speed 
setting previously saved
5. Depending on version:
Display the speed thresholds saved using the 
Memorising speeds function
or
Use the speed suggested by the Road signs 
recognition ( MEM display)
For more information on  Memorising speeds 
or the Road signs recognition , 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. Cruise control recommendation with
  Road 
signs recognition
  (depending on version)
Switching on/pausing
► Turn thumbwheel 1  to the "CRUISE" position 
to select cruise control mode; the function is 
paused.
►
 
Press button 
 2-SET- or 3-SET+ 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-II
 temporarily pauses the 
function (pause).
► Pressing button  4-II  again resumes operation 
of the cruise control (ON).
Cruise control can also be paused 
temporarily:
–
 
by pressing the brake pedal.
–
 
automatically
 , if the electronic stability 
control (ESC) system is triggered.
Modifying the cruise speed 
setting
Cruise control must be active.
To modify the cruise speed setting, based on the 
current speed of the vehicle:
►
 
Briefly press button
   2 or 3 to change the 
value in steps of +
  or -   1   mph (km/h).
►
 
Press and hold button
  
2
  or 3 to change the 
value in steps of +
  or -   5   mph (km/h).
Pressing and holding button 2  or 
3   results in a rapid change in the speed 
of the vehicle.
As a precaution, we recommend setting  a cruise speed fairly close to the current 
speed of your vehicle, to avoid any sudden 
acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle.
To change the cruise speed setting using  memorised speed settings and from the touch 
screen:
►
 
Press button
   5 to display the memorised 
speed settings.