2021 CITROEN C4 CACTUS power steering

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List of warning and indicator lamps
Warning/indicator lampState Cause Action/Observations
Red warning/indicator lamps
STOPFixed, associated with another
warning lamp, accompanied
by the display of a message
and an audible signal. Indicates a serious fault with the
engine, braking system, power
steering, automatic gearbox or a
major electrical fault. Carry out (1) and then (2).
Engine oil
pressure Fixed.
There is a fault with the engine oil
lubrication circuit. Carry out (1) and then (2).
Brakes Fixed. The brake fluid level has dropped
significantly. Carry out (1), then top up with brake fluid
that complies with the manufacturer's
recommendations. If the problem persists,
carry out (2).
+ Brakes
Fixed, associated with the
ABS warning lamp. The electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system has a
fault. Carry out (1) and then (2).
Parking brake Fixed. The parking brake is applied or not
properly released.
Maximum
coolant
temperature Fixed.
The temperature of the cooling
system is too high. Carry out (1), then wait until the engine
has cooled down before topping up to the
required level if necessary. If the problem
persists, carry out (2).
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12 V socket
F To connect a 12 V accessory (max power: 120 Watts), lift the cover and connect a
suitable adaptor.
Do not exceed the maximum power rating
of the socket (other wise this could cause
damage to your portable device).
The connection of an electrical device
not approved by CITROËN, such as a
USB charger, may adversely affect the
operation of vehicle electrical systems,
causing faults such as poor telephone
reception or inter ference with displays in
the screens.
USB port
A USB port is located on the central console.
It allows the connection of a portable device or
a USB memory stick.
It reads the audio files which are sent to your
audio system and played via the vehicle's
speakers.
You can manage these files using the steering
mounted controls or those on the touch screen.
When the USB port is used, the portable
device charges automatically.
A message is displayed if the power drawn
by the portable device exceeds the current
supplied by the vehicle.
Auxiliary socket (JACK)
To connect a portable device so that you
can listen to your music files via the vehicle's
speakers.
The management of the files is done using your
portable device.For more information on Audio and
telematics and, in particular, the use of
this equipment, refer to the corresponding
section.
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Starting/Switching off the
engine with the key
Ignition switch
Ignition on position (2)
It allows the use of the vehicle's electric
equipment or portable devices to be charged.
Once the state of charge of the battery drops
to the reser ve level, the system switches to
energy economy mode: the power supply is
cut off automatically to preser ve the remaining
battery charge.Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key
or the remote control, which would weigh
down on its blade in the ignition switch
and could cause a malfunction.
Switching off the engine leads to a loss of
braking assistance.
Starting the engine
Parking brake applied:
F
W ith a manual gearbox , place the gear
lever in neutral then depress the clutch
pedal fully.
F

W
ith an automatic gearbox , place the gear
selector in mode N or P then depress the
brake pedal fully.
F

W
ith an electronic gearbox , place the gear
selector in mode N then depress the brake
pedal fully.
F

I
nsert the key into the ignition switch; the
system recognises the code.
F

U
nlock the steering column by
simultaneously turning the steering wheel
and the key.
In certain cases, you may have to apply
more force to the steering wheel (wheels
on full lock, for example). F

W
ith a petrol engine
, operate the starter
motor by turning the key to position 3
without pressing the accelerator pedal,
until the engine starts. Once the engine is
running, release the key.
F
W
ith a Diesel engine
, turn the key to
position 2 , ignition on, to operate the engine
pre-heating system.
It has 3 positions:
-

position 1 (Stop): inserting and removing
the key, steering column locked,
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position 2 (Ignition on) : steering column
unlocked, ignition on, Diesel pre-heating,
engine running,
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position 3 (Starting) . Wait until this warning lamp goes off
in the instrument panel, then operate
the starter motor by turning the key
to position 3 without pressing the
accelerator pedal, until the engine
starts. Once the engine is running,
release the key.
In wintry conditions, the warning lamp
can stay on for a longer period. When the
engine is hot, the warning lamp does not
come on.
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition. Wait a few moments
before operating the starter motor again.
If the engine does not start after several
attempts, do not keep trying: you risk
damaging the starter motor or the engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Per fect for urban use, the Stop & Start system
reduces fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions as well as the noise level when
stationary.
Going into engine STOP
mode
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and the engine
goes into standby automatically.
-

W

ith a manual gearbox , at speeds below
2

mph (3 km/h) or with the vehicle stationary
(depending on version), when you place the
gear lever in neutral and release the clutch
pedal,
-

W

ith an automatic gearbox , at speeds
below 2 mph (3 km/h), or when the vehicle
is stationary (depending on version), when
you press the brake pedal or place the gear
selector into position N .
-

W

ith an electronic gearbox , at speeds
below 2 mph (3 km/h), or when the vehicle
is stationary (depending on version), when
you press the brake pedal or place the gear
selector into position N .
Time counter of the Stop & Star t.
(minutes/seconds or hours/minutes) If your vehicle is fitted with this system, a time
counter calculates the sum of the periods in
STOP mode during a journey.
It resets to zero every time the ignition is
switched on.
For your comfort, during parking
manoeuvres, STOP mode is not available
for a few seconds after coming out of
reverse gear.
The Stop & Start system does not affect
the functionality of the vehicle, such as for
example, braking, power steering, etc.
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition with
the "START/STOP" button.
Special cases: STOP mode not
available
STOP mode is not activated when:
- t he vehicle is on a steep slope (uphill or
downhill),
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t
he driver's door is open,
-

t
he driver's seat belt is not fastened,
-

t
he vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph (10
km/h) since the last engine start,
-

t
he engine is needed to maintain a
comfortable temperature in the passenger
compartment, -

d
emisting is active,
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s
ome special conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance,
exterior temperature, etc.) where the engine
is needed to control the system.
Going into engine START
mode
This indicator lamp goes off and the
engine starts automatically: In this case, this indicator lamp
flashes for a few seconds then goes
of f.
This operation is perfectly normal.
-

W

ith a manual gearbox , when you fully
depress the clutch pedal.
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W

ith an automatic gearbox :
•

g

ear selector in position D or M , when
you release the brake pedal,
•

o

r gear selector in position N and brake
pedal released, when you place the gear
selector in position D or M ,
•
o

r when you engage reverse gear.
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Recommendations on care
- Regularly check that the sensors and cameras are clean.
If necessary, clean the camera lenses with
a soft, dry cloth.
-

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f using a high-pressure washer, do not
direct the lance less than 30 cm from the
sensors and cameras.
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n bad weather, or during the winter, ensure
that the sensors and cameras are not
covered with mud, ice or snow.
Operating faults
When the function is not activated,
the button warning lamp flashing
and an audible signal indicates a
system fault.
If the fault occurs during the use of the system,
the warning lamp goes off.
If the fault in the parking sensors,
indicated by this warning lamp
coming on, occurs during use, it
causes the function to deactivate.
In the event of a fault, have the system checked
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. In the event of a fault with the
power steering, this warning lamp
flashes in the instrument panel,
accompanied by a message.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Tyre under-inflation
detection
System which automatically checks the
pressures of the tyres while driving.
The system monitors the pressure in all four
tyres, as soon as the vehicle is moving.
It compares the information given by the
wheel speed sensors with reference values,
which must be reinitialised after ever y tyre
pressure adjustment or wheel change .
The system triggers an alert as soon as it
detects a drop in the pressure of one or more
tyres. The tyre under-inflation detection system
does not replace the need for vigilance on
the part of the driver.
This system still requires you to check the
tyre inflation pressure (including the spare
wheel) every month as well as before a
long journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres impairs
handling, extends braking distances and
causes premature tyre wear, particularly
in adverse conditions (heavy loads, high
speeds, long journeys).
Driving with under-inflated tyres
increases fuel consumption.
The tyre pressure specifications for your
vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure
label.
For more information on the
Identification markings , refer to the
corresponding section.
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Replacement of a fuse not shown in
the allocation tables below may cause
a serious malfunction of your vehicle.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Installing electrical accessories
Your vehicle's electrical system is
designed to operate with standard or
optional equipment.
Before installing other electrical
equipment or accessories on your
vehicle, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop to verify that they are
compatible.
CITROËN accepts no responsibility for
the cost incurred in repairing your vehicle
or for rectifying malfunctions resulting
from the installation of accessories
not supplied and not recommended by
CITROËN and not installed in accordance
with specifications, in particular when the
combined power consumption of all of the
additional equipment connected exceeds
10 milliamperes.Fuses in the dashboard
The 2 fuseboxes are located in the lower part of
the dashboard, underneath the steering wheel
for left-hand drive vehicles or underneath the
glove box for right-hand drive vehicles.
Access to the fuses
F Unclip the cover by pulling at the top left, then right.
Left-hand fusebox
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In the event of a breakdown