2022 CITROEN C-ELYSÉE warning light

61
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
The fixed illumination of this warning
lamp signals that there is a fault with
the ABS.
Illumination of this warning lamp,
coupled with the STOP and ABS
warning lamps, accompanied by
the display of a message and an
audible signal, signals that there is a
fault with the electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD).
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibration of the brake
pedal.
When braking in an emergency, press
firmly without ever releasing the
pressure. When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved for your
vehicle.Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
/ Dynamic stability control
(DSC)
Operation
These systems are activated automatically
every time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a
problem of grip or trajectory.
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate
these systems, so that the wheels can turn
freely and regain grip.
Reactivate the systems as soon as the level of
grip permits.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at moderate speed.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Call a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. This is indicated by this warning
lamp flashing in the instrument
panel.F

P
ress this button until the
corresponding symbol appears
in the instrument panel.
The button indicator lamp comes on.
The ASR and DSC systems will no longer have
an effect on engine operation or the brakes in
the event of an involuntary change of trajectory.
Reactivation
The ASR system is reactivated automatically
every time the ignition is switched back on or
from 30
mph (50 km/h).
Below 30
mph (50 km/h), you can reactivate it
manually.
F

P
ress this button again to
reactivate the system manually.
The button indicator lamp goes off.
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Safety

64
Advice
The driver must ensure that passengers use
the seat belts correctly and that they are all
restrained securely before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle,
always fasten your seat belt, even for short
journeys.
Do not interchange the seat belt buckles as
they will not completely fulfil their role.
The seat belts are equipped with an inertia
reel which allows the strap length to
automatically adjust to your shape. The seat
belt returns to its storage automatically when
it is not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the seat belt
is reeled in correctly.
The lower part of the strap must be positioned
as low as possible on the pelvis.
The upper part must be positioned in the
hollow of the shoulder.
The inertia reels are fitted with a device which
automatically locks the strap in the event
of a collision or emergency braking or if the
vehicle rolls over. You can release the device
by pulling the strap firmly and then releasing it
so that it reels in slightly.In order to be effective, a seat belt:
-
M ust be tightened as close to the body as
possible,
-

M
ust be pulled in front of you with a
smooth movement, ensuring that it is not
twisted,
-

M
ust only be used to secure one person,
-

M
ust not show signs of tear or fraying.
-

M
ust not be changed or modified, in order
to avoid affecting its performance. Instructions for children
Use a suitable child seat, if the passenger is
less than 12
years old or shorter than one and
a half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure more
than one person.
Never allow a child to travel on your lap.
For more information on Child seats , refer to
the corresponding section.
In accordance with current safety regulations,
for all repairs on your vehicle's seat belts, go
to a qualified workshop with the skills and
equipment needed, which a CITROËN dealer
is able to provide.
Have your seat belts checked regularly by the
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop,
particularly if the straps show signs of
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy water or
a textile cleaning product, sold by CITROËN
dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or a rear bench
seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned
and reeled in correctly. In the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and seriousness
of the impacts
, the pyrotechnic pretensioner
device may trigger before and independently
of airbag deployment. Deployment of the
pretensioners is accompanied by a slight
discharge of harmless smoke and a noise,
due to the activation of the pyrotechnic
cartridge incorporated in the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp comes
on.
After an impact, have the seat belt system
checked and, if necessary, have it replaced
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Safety

70
Deactivating the
passenger's front airbag
Never install a "rear ward facing" child
restraint system on a seat protected by
an activated front airbag. This can cause
death or serious injury to the child.
Passenger airbag OFF
Deactivation
When the ignition is on, this warning
light comes on in the instrument
panel and stays on while the airbag
is deactivated.
To assure the safety of your child,
the passenger's front airbag must be
deactivated when you install a "rear ward
facing" child seat on the front passenger
seat. Otherwise, the child risks being
seriously injured or killed if the airbag is
deployed.
Reactivation
When you remove the "rear ward facing" child
seat, with the ignition off , turn the switch to
the ON position to reactivate the airbag and so
assure the safety of your front passenger in the
event of an impact.
The warning label, located on each side of the
passenger sun visor repeats this advice. This label is located on the middle door pillar,
passenger side. In line with current legislation, you will find this
warning in all the required languages in the
following tables.
Only the passenger's front airbag can be
deactivated.
F

W

ith the ignition off , insert the key into the
passenger airbag deactivation switch. F

T
urn it to the "OFF" position.
F
R
emove the key keeping the switch in this
position.
Safety

87
Invalid value during manual
operation
This symbol is displayed if a gear
is not engaged correctly (selector
between two positions).
Stopping the vehicle
Malfunction
When the ignition is on, the lighting
of this warning lamp, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message
in the screen, indicates a gearbox
fault.
In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up
mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel
a substantial knock when changing from P
to R and from N to R. This will not cause any
damage to the gearbox. There is a risk of damage to the gearbox:
-

i
f you press the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time,
-
i
f you force the movement of the
selector from position P to another
position when the battery is flat.
To reduce fuel consumption when at
a prolonged standstill with the engine
running (traffic jam, etc.), put the
selector in position N and apply the
parking brake.
D disappears and the gears
engaged appear in succession in
the instrument panel.
If the engine speed is too low or too high, the
selected gear flashes for a few seconds, then
the actual gear engaged is displayed.
It is possible to change from position D
(automatic) to position M (manual) at any time.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving
very slowly, the gearbox engages first gear
automatically.
The sport and snow programmes are
inactive in manual mode. Before switching off the engine, you can
engage position P or N to place the gearbox in
neutral.
In both cases, apply the parking brake to keep
the vehicle stationary.
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, a warning message appears on the
screen.
F

R

eturn the selector to position P
; the
message disappears.
When driving on flooded roads or when
crossing a ford, proceed at walking pace. Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed
restrictions permitting.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
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Driving

89
Operation
Going into engine STOP mode
For your convenience during parking
manoeuvres, STOP mode is not available
for a few seconds after coming out of
reverse gear.
The Stop & Start does not affect the
functionality of the vehicle, such as for
example, braking, power steering, etc.
A slight delay between the vehicle
stopping and the engine cutting out may
be noticed.
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition with
the button.With a manual gearbox , when the
vehicle speed is below 12 mph
(20 km/h) or the vehicle is stationary
(depending on the engine), the Stop
& Start warning lamp comes on in
the instrument panel and the engine
goes into standby automatically
when you place the gear lever in
neutral and you release the clutch
pedal.
Special cases: STOP mode not
available
STOP mode is not activated when:
- T he driver's door is open.
-

T
he driver's seat belt is not fastened.
-

T
he engine is needed to maintain a
comfortable temperature in the passenger
compartment.
-

D
emisting is active.
-

C
ertain special conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance,
climate control, etc.) require the engine to
control the system.
The Stop & Start warning lamp
flashes for a few seconds, then
stops.
This operation is perfectly normal.
Going into engine START mode
With a manual gearbox , the Stop
& Start warning lamp goes off on
the instrument panel and the engine
restarts automatically when you
press the clutch pedal fully down to
t h e f l o o r.
Special cases: START mode
activated automatically
As a safety measure or to maintain comfort
levels in the vehicle, START mode is activated
automatically when:
-
Y

ou open the driver's door.
-
Y

ou unfasten the driver's seat belt.
-

T
he speed of the vehicle exceeds 2 mph
(3
km/h) with an electronic gearbox.
-
C

ertain specific conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance,
climate control, etc.) require the engine to
control the system or the vehicle.
The Stop & Start warning lamp
flashes for a few seconds, then
stops.
This operation is perfectly normal.
Deactivation / Manual
reactivation
In certain cases, such as the need to maintain
a comfortable temperature in the passenger
compartment, it may be useful to deactivate the
Stop & Start system.
The system can be deactivated at any time,
once the ignition is switched on.
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Driving

98
This supplements the audible signal by
displaying bars in the screen which move
progressively nearer to the vehicle.
When the obstacle is very close, the "Danger"
symbol is displayed in the screen.
Deactivation/Activation
The function is deactivated or activated via the
vehicle configuration menu.
With audio system
The parking assistance can
be configured in the menu
"Personalisation – Configuration "
menu.
With touch screen
The parking assistance can be
configured in the Driving / Vehicle
menu.
The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed or
a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle fitted with
a towbar or bicycle carrier recommended
by CITROËN).
Operating fault
In the event of a system fault when
engaging reverse gear, this warning
light is displayed in the instrument
panel and/or a message appears
in the screen, accompanied by an
audible signal (short beep).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop to have the
system checked. In bad or wintry weather, ensure that the
sensors are not covered with mud, ice or
snow. When reverse gear is engaged, an
audible signal (long beep) indicates that
the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger
the audible signals of the parking sensor
system.
Visual assistance
Driving

104
Freezing of the AdBlue®
AdBlueAdBlue® freezes at temperatures
below around -11°C.
The SCR system includes a heater for the
AdBlue
® tank, allowing you to continue
driving in all weather conditions.
Precautions for use
If swallowed, immediately wash out the mouth
with clean water and then drink plenty of water.
In certain conditions (high exterior temperature,
for example), the risk of ammonia being
released cannot be ruled out: do not inhale
the vapours. Ammonia has an irritant effect on
mucous membranes (eyes, nose and throat).
Keep AdBlue
® out of the reach of children,
in its original container or bottle.
Never transfer AdBlue
® to another
container: it would lose its purity.
Use only AdBlue
® fluid that meets the
ISO
22241
standard.
Never dilute AdBlue
® with water.
Never pour AdBlue® into the diesel fuel
tank. Never top up from an AdBlue
® dispenser
reserved for heavy goods vehicles.
Recommendations on storage
AdBlue® freezes below around -11°C and
deteriorates above 25°C. It is recommended
that bottles or containers be stored in a cool
place and protected from direct sunlight.
Under these conditions, the fluid can be kept
for at least a year.
If the additive has frozen, it can be used once it
has completely thawed out.
Never store bottles or containers of
AdBlue
® in your vehicle.
Nevertheless, given the capacity of the tank, it
may be necessary to top up the fluid between
services, more particularly if an alert (warning
lamps and a message) signals the requirement.
You can go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
If you envisage topping up yourself, please
read the following warnings carefully.
AdBlue
® is a urea-based solution. This fluid
is non-flammable, colourless and odourless
(stored in a cool place).
In the event of contact with the skin, wash the
affected area with soap and running water. In
the event of contact with the eyes, immediately
rinse the eyes with large amounts of water
or with an eye wash solution for at least
15

minutes. If a burning sensation or irritation
persists, get medical attention. Containers are available from a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Practical information

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Accessories .................................................... 57
AdBlue® ............................................ 1 5, 103 -104
Additive, AdBlue .............................................. 21
Adjusting head restraints


................................ 38
Adjusting seats


................................................ 37
Adjusting the date


......................... 24-25, 36, 20
Adjusting the height of the steering wheel


.....40
Adjusting the time


......................... 24-25, 36, 20
Advice on care and maintenance


.........1 0 9 , 113
Advice on driving


............................................ 80
Airbags
...............................

.................13, 65, 70
Airbags, curtain


......................................... 66- 67
Airbags, front ....................................... 6 5 - 6 7, 7 0
Airbags, lateral


.......................................... 66- 67
Air conditioning, automatic


........................47- 4 8
Air conditioning, electronic (with display screen)


............................... 44-45
Air conditioning, manual
............................ 4

7- 4 8
Air conditioning, manual (without display screen)


...........................41- 42
Alarm


............................................................... 32
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
..........13, 6 0 - 61
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)


............................... 14
Anti-theft


......................................................... 81
Armrest
................

............................................ 48
Armrest, front
.................................................. 49
Ashtray
...............

............................................. 48
Ashtray, portable


............................................. 48
Assistance call
...............................

...........58-59
Assistance, emergency braking


.....................60
Audible warning
.............................................. 58
A

udio streaming (Bluetooth)

...........27, 11, 8, 10
Auxiliary


.......................................... 26-27, 10-11
Battery


....................... 11, 107, 116, 135 -136, 138
Battery, charging


.................................... 137-13 8
Battery, remote control


............................. 3 0 - 31
Blanking screen (snow shield)


......................109Cable, audio


..............................................26, 10
Cable, jack


................................................26, 10
Capacity, fuel tank


........................................10 0
Cap, fuel filler

...............................
.................10 0
CarPlay connection ................................... 18, 13
CD


....................................................26 -27, 11, 5
CD, MP3


.......................................26 -27, 11, 5 - 6
Central locking
................................................ 29
C

hanging a bulb
.....................................12

6 -127
127-128, 13 0, 131
Changing a fuse
...................... 13

1-132, 13 4 -13 5
Changing a wheel
.................................. 12

2-123
Changing a wiper blade
.......................... 5

5, 108
Changing the remote control battery


..............30
Checking the levels


................................113 -115
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)
.....11 8 -12 0
Checks


............................................113 , 11 6 -117
Checks, routine


......................................11 6 -117
Child lock


.............................................74, 77, 79
Children


................................................74 , 76 -7 7
Children (safety)


..............................................79
Child seats

........................6

4, 68 - 69, 73 -74, 78
Child seats, conventional


................................73DAB (Digital Audio
Broadcasting) – Digital radio


....................25, 9
Date (setting)


.................................24-25, 36, 20
Daytime running lamps


...................................52
Deactivating the passenger airbag


.....65 - 66, 70
Defrosting


............................................41- 42, 46
Defrosting, front


..............................................45
Defrosting, lower windscreen


.........................46
Demisting


...................................................41- 42
Demisting, front
............................................... 45
D

emisting, rear

................................................40
Demisting, rear screen


.............................40, 46
Dimensions
..............................

.....................14 4
Dipstick
................

..........................................114
Direction indicators


...................18, 53, 127, 130
Display screen, instrument panel


...................88
Door pockets
...............................

....................48
Doors


.........................................................11, 3 3
A
B
C
D
BlueHDi ............................................. 16, 21, 103
Bluetooth (hands-free) ............... 2
8 -29, 15 -16, 9
Bluetooth (telephone)
..................... 2

8 - 3 0, 15 -17
Bonnet


........................................................... 112
Boot


........................................................... 11, 3 4
Boot (opening)
...............................

..................29
Brake discs


.................................................... 117
Brake fluid


....................................................... 10
Brake lamps
...............................

...................13 0
Brakes


........................................................... 117
Braking
...............

............................................. 10
Braking assistance system
.............................60
Brightness


....................................................... 19
Bulbs (changing)


............................ 126 -127, 13 0Child seats, ISOFIX
..................................75 -77
Cigarette lighter
..............................................49
CITROËN Connect Nav


....................................1
CITROËN Connect Radio
................................. 1
C

leaning (advice)

..........................................109
Clock


.........................................................24-25
Closing the boot

........................................2

9, 34
Closing the doors


............................................29
Connection, Bluetooth
........ 2

1-22, 28 -30, 15 -17
Connection, MirrorLink


........................19, 12-14
Connection, Wi-Fi network


.............................22
Control, electric windows


................................36
Control, emergency boot release


...................34
Control, heated seats


......................................38
Control stalk, lighting


................................18 , 51
Control stalk, wipers

.......................................54
C

ourtesy lamps .........................................55-56
Cruise control


............................................95 -97
Cup holder
.......................................................48
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