Driving for Your Citroen C3 Aircross SUV Second Generation (2024-2026)

Driving  
Never drive with the parking brake  
applied. Risk of overheating and  
damaging the braking system!  
Never leave children inside the  
vehicle unsupervised.  
Driving  
recommendations  
►ꢀ Observe the driving regulations and remain  
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.  
►ꢀ Monitor your environment and keep your  
hands on the wheel to be able to react to  
anything that may happen any time.  
►ꢀ Drive smoothly, anticipate the need for  
braking and maintain a longer safety distance,  
especially in bad weather.  
On flooded roads  
Never park the vehicle and never  
leave the engine running on a  
flammable surface (e.g. dry grass, dead  
leaves). The vehicle exhaust system is very  
hot, even several minutes after the engine  
stops. Risk of fire!  
We strongly advise against driving on flooded  
roads, as this could cause serious damage  
to the engine or gearbox, as well as to your  
vehicle's electrical systems.  
►ꢀ Stop the vehicle before performing  
operations that require sustained attention  
(e.g. settings).  
Never drive on surfaces covered with  
vegetation (e.g. tall grass,  
accumulated dead leaves, crops, debris)  
such as a field, a country lane overgrown  
with bushes or a grassy verge.  
This vegetation could come into contact  
with the vehicle's exhaust system or other  
systems which are very hot. Risk of fire!  
►ꢀ During long trips, take a break every 2 hours.  
Important!  
If the vehicle absolutely must drive through a  
flooded section of road:  
Never leave the engine running in a  
closed space without sufficient  
►ꢀ Check that the depth of the water does not  
exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves that  
might be generated by other users.  
►ꢀ Deactivate the Stop & Start function.  
►ꢀ Drive as slowly as possible without stalling.  
In all cases, do not exceed 6 mph (10 km/h).  
►ꢀ Do not stop and do not switch off the  
engine.  
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety  
conditions allow, make several light brake  
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.  
If in doubt about the state of your vehicle,  
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
ventilation. Internal combustion engines  
emit toxic exhaust gases such as carbon  
monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death!  
Make sure you do not leave any item in  
the passenger compartment which  
could act like a magnifying glass under the  
effect of the sun's rays and cause a fire. Risk  
of fire or damage to interior surfaces!  
In very severe wintry conditions  
(temperature below -23°C), let the  
engine run for 4 minutes before moving off,  
to ensure the correct operation and  
durability of the mechanical components of  
your vehicle (engine and gearbox).  
Never leave the vehicle unattended,  
with the engine running. If you have  
to leave your vehicle with the engine  
running, apply the parking brake and put the  
gearbox or drive selector into neutral or  
position N or P (depending on version).  
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If a genuine CITROËN towing device is  
used, the rear parking sensors will be  
deactivated automatically to avoid activating  
the audible signal.  
Do not exceed the maximum towable  
weights.  
At altitude: reduce the maximum load by  
10% per 1,000 metres of altitude; the lower  
air density at high altitudes decreases engine  
performance.  
Noise (Electric)  
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On the outside  
Due to the vehicle’s quiet operation when  
driving, the driver must pay particular attention.  
When manoeuvring, the driver must always  
check the vehicle's immediate surroundings.  
At speeds of up to 19 mph (30 km/h), the  
pedestrian horn warns other road users of the  
vehicle’s presence.  
When driving  
Cooling  
Towing a trailer uphill causes the coolant  
temperature to increase. The maximum towable  
load depends on the gradient and the exterior  
temperature. The fan’s cooling capacity does  
not increase with engine speed.  
►ꢀ Reduce speed and lower the engine speed  
to limit the amount of heating produced.  
►ꢀ Pay constant attention to the coolant  
temperature.  
New vehicle: do not tow a trailer until  
the vehicle has driven at least 620  
miles (1,000 kilometres).  
Cooling the traction battery  
The cooling fan comes on during  
charging to cool the on-board charger and  
the traction battery.  
If the outside temperature is high, let  
the engine idle for 1 to 2 minutes after  
the vehicle comes to a stop, to help it to  
cool.  
On the inside  
During use, you may hear certain perfectly  
normal noises specific to electric vehicles, such  
as:  
– Traction battery relay when starting.  
– Vacuum pump when braking.  
– Vehicle tyres or aerodynamics when driving.  
– Jolting and knocking noise during hill starts.  
Before setting off  
Nose weight  
►ꢀ Distribute the load in the trailer so that the  
heaviest items are located as close as possible  
to the axle, and the nose weight (at the point  
where it joins your vehicle) approaches the  
maximum permitted, without exceeding it.  
If this warning lamp and the  
STOP warning lamp come on,  
stop the vehicle and switch off the engine as  
soon as possible.  
Brakes  
Using the engine brake is recommended to  
limit the overheating of the brakes. Braking  
distances are increased when towing a trailer.  
Towing  
Driving with a trailer places greater  
demands on the towing vehicle and  
particular care must be taken.  
Tyres  
Side wind  
Bear in mind that the vehicle will be more  
susceptible to wind when towing.  
►ꢀ Check the tyre pressures of the towing  
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the  
recommended pressures.  
Lighting  
►ꢀ Check the electrical signalling on the trailer  
and the headlamp beam height of your vehicle.  
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Driving  
In certain cases, you may need to  
apply significant force to move the  
steering wheel (e.g. wheels turned to full  
lock).  
Anti-theft protection  
3. Ignition  
Steering column unlocked, ignition on,  
engine running.  
4. Starting  
Electronic immobiliser  
The keys contain a code, which must be  
recognised by the vehicle before starting is  
possible.  
►ꢀ With a petrol engine, operate the starter  
motor by turning the key to position 4 without  
pressing the accelerator pedal, until the engine  
starts. Once the engine has started, release the  
key and allow it to return to position 3.  
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the  
key or the remote control. It would  
weigh down on its shaft in the ignition  
switch and could cause a malfunction.  
If the system malfunctions, indicated by the  
display of a message, the engine will not start.  
Contact a CITROËN dealer.  
Petrol engines  
Ignition on position  
After a cold start, preheating the  
catalytic converter can cause noticeable  
engine vibrations, for anything up to  
2 minutes (accelerated idle speed).  
Starting/Switching off  
the engine  
It allows the use of the vehicle's electric  
equipment or the charging of accessories.  
Once the state of charge of the battery drops  
to the reserve level, the system switches to  
energy economy mode. The power supply is  
cut off automatically to preserve the remaining  
battery charge.  
Key ignition switch  
Hybrid engines  
The vehicle always starts with the  
petrol engine to ensure the efficiency of the  
catalytic converter and the availability of the  
brake assist.  
After a few moments, the petrol engine may  
stop if the operating conditions allow (state  
of charge of the traction battery, external  
temperature, torque demand, selected  
driving mode).  
Starting the engine  
With the parking brake applied:  
►ꢀ With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever  
in neutral then fully depress the clutch pedal.  
►ꢀ With an automatic gearbox, place the gear  
selector in mode N or P then depress the brake  
pedal.  
It has 4 positions:  
1. Stop  
Inserting and removing the key, steering  
column locked.  
2. Accessories  
►ꢀ Insert the key into the ignition switch; the  
system recognises the code.  
►ꢀ Unlock the steering column by  
simultaneously turning the steering wheel and  
the key.  
In mild conditions, do not leave the  
engine to warm up while stationary,  
but move off straight away and drive at  
moderate speed.  
Steering column unlocked, use of the  
vehicle's electric equipment.  
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If the engine does not start straight  
away, switch off the ignition. Wait a  
few seconds before operating the starter  
motor again. If the engine does not start  
after a few attempts, do not keep trying - risk  
of damaging the starter motor and the  
engine!  
Check that the parking brake is  
correctly applied, particularly on  
sloping ground.  
When leaving the vehicle, keep the key in  
your possession and lock the vehicle.  
Before exiting the vehicle, check that:  
– The drive selector is in mode P.  
– The READY indicator lamp is off.  
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If the driver's door is opened while the  
required conditions for switching off  
are not met, an audible signal is emitted,  
accompanied by the display of a warning  
message.  
Starting/Switching off  
electric vehicles  
Starting  
The drive selector must be in mode P.  
►ꢀ If using a conventional or remote control  
key, depress the brake pedal and turn the key  
to position 4 until the motor starts, without  
depressing the accelerator. As soon as the  
motor starts, release the key so it returns to  
position 3.  
►ꢀ Keep your foot on the brake pedal until the  
READY indicator lamp comes on and an audible  
signal is emitted, indicating that the vehicle is  
ready to drive.  
►ꢀ With your foot on the brake, select mode D  
or R.  
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Energy economy mode  
Switching off the engine  
After the engine has stopped (position 1.  
Stop), for a maximum combined duration of 30  
minutes, you can still use functions such as the  
audio and telematics system, courtesy lamps or  
dipped beam headlamps.  
►ꢀ Immobilise the vehicle.  
►ꢀ With the engine at idle, turn the key to  
position 2.  
►ꢀ With the ignition switched off, turn the key  
to position 1, then remove the key from the  
ignition switch.  
►ꢀ To lock the steering column, turn the  
steering wheel until it locks.  
For more information on Energy  
economy mode, refer to the  
corresponding section.  
To facilitate unlocking of the steering  
column, it is recommended that the  
wheels be returned to the straight ahead  
position before switching off the engine.  
Key left in  
When the driver's door is opened, a  
message is displayed, accompanied by an  
audible signal, if the key has been left in the  
ignition switch in position 1 (Stop).  
If the key has been left in the ignition switch  
in position 3, the ignition will be switched off  
automatically after one hour.  
►ꢀ Release the brake pedal, then accelerate.  
On starting, the instrument panel lights up  
and the power indicator cursor moves to  
the "neutral" position. The steering column  
automatically unlocks (you may hear a sound  
and feel the steering wheel move).  
Never switch off the ignition before  
the complete immobilisation of the  
vehicle. With the engine off, the braking and  
steering assistance systems are also cut off  
- risk of loss of control of the vehicle!  
To switch the ignition back on, turn the key  
to position 1, then back to position 3.  
Switching off  
►ꢀ If using a conventional or remote control  
key, turn the key fully to position 1 (Stop).  
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The indicator lamp goes out to confirm the  
release of the parking brake, accompanied by  
the display of the message "Parking brake  
released".  
The indicator lamp flashes in response to a  
manual request to apply or release the brake.  
Manual parking brake  
Electric parking brake  
In automatic mode, this system applies the  
parking brake when the engine is switched off  
and releases it when the vehicle moves off.  
Release  
In the event of a battery failure, the  
electric parking brake will not operate.  
As a safety measure, with an automatic  
gearbox or drive selector, if the parking brake  
is not applied, immobilise the vehicle by  
placing the supplied chock against one of  
the wheels.  
►ꢀ Pull the parking brake lever up slightly, press  
the release button, then lower the lever fully.  
When driving the vehicle, if this warning  
lamp and the STOP warning lamp come  
on, accompanied by an audible signal and the  
display of a message, this means that the  
parking brake is still applied or has not been  
fully released.  
At any time, with the engine running:  
►ꢀ To apply the parking brake, briefly pull the  
control.  
►ꢀ To release it, briefly push the control while  
pressing the brake pedal.  
Automatic mode is activated by default.  
This automatic operation can be deactivated in  
certain situations.  
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Application  
►ꢀ Pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise  
The driver must apply the electric  
parking brake when the vehicle is  
stationary.  
the vehicle.  
When parking on a slope, turn the  
wheels against the kerb, apply the  
parking brake, engage a gear and switch off  
the ignition.  
Before leaving the vehicle, check that  
the parking brake is applied: the  
parking brake indicator lamps on the  
instrument panel and the control must be on  
fixed.  
If the parking brake is not applied, there is an  
audible signal and a message is displayed on  
opening the driver's door.  
Indicator lamp  
This indicator lamp comes on both on  
the instrument panel and on the control  
to confirm that the parking brake has been  
applied, accompanied by display of the  
message "Parking brake applied".  
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Driving  
Never leave a child alone inside the  
vehicle, as they could release the  
parking brake.  
The control indicator lamp flashes to confirm  
the application request.  
Automatic application  
With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake  
is applied automatically when the engine is  
switched off.  
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Automatic operation  
When the vehicle is parked: on a  
steep slope, heavily loaded or during  
towing  
It is not applied automatically if the  
engine stalls or enters STOP mode  
with Stop & Start.  
Automatic release  
First ensure that the engine is running and that  
the driver's door is closed.  
The electric parking brake gradually releases  
automatically as the vehicle moves off.  
With an automatic gearbox  
►ꢀ Depress the brake pedal.  
►ꢀ Select mode D, L or R.  
►ꢀ Release the brake pedal and depress the  
accelerator pedal.  
With a drive selector  
With an automatic gearbox or a drive  
selector, turn the wheels toward the  
pavement and select mode P.  
When towing, the vehicle is approved for  
parking on slopes of up to 12%.  
When the vehicle is parked on a slope,  
the electric parking brake must be applied  
before engaging mode P of the automatic  
gearbox.  
In automatic mode, the parking brake  
can be manually applied or released at  
any time using the control.  
Special cases  
Immobilising the vehicle with the  
engine running  
To immobilise the vehicle with the engine  
running, briefly pull the control.  
►ꢀ Depress the brake pedal.  
►ꢀ Select mode D, C or R.  
►ꢀ Release the brake pedal and depress the  
accelerator pedal.  
Manual operation  
Manual release  
With the ignition on or engine running:  
►ꢀ Press the brake pedal.  
►ꢀ While maintaining pressure on the brake  
pedal, briefly push the control.  
With an automatic gearbox or drive  
selector, if the brake does not release  
automatically, check that the front doors are  
properly closed.  
Parking the vehicle with the brake  
released  
In very cold conditions (ice), applying  
the parking brake is not  
recommended.  
To immobilise the vehicle, engage a gear or  
place the chocks against one of the wheels.  
If the brake pedal is not depressed, the  
parking brake is not released and a  
message is displayed.  
When stationary with the engine  
running, do not depress the  
accelerator pedal unnecessarily. Risk of  
parking brake release.  
With an automatic gearbox or drive  
selector, mode P is automatically  
Manual application  
With the vehicle stationary:  
►ꢀ Briefly pull the control.  
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selected when the ignition is switched off.  
The wheels are blocked.  
For more information on Free-wheeling,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
From this point onwards, only the manual  
functions, using the control, allow the parking  
brake to be applied and released.  
►ꢀ Follow this procedure again to reactivate  
automatic operation (confirmed by the  
indicator lamp on the instrument panel going  
out).  
6-speed manual gearbox  
Engaging reverse gear  
With an automatic gearbox or a drive  
selector, if you open the driver's door  
while mode N is engaged, an audible signal  
will sound and mode P will be engaged. The  
audible signal stops when the driver's door is  
closed.  
Emergency braking  
The emergency braking should only be  
used in exceptional situations  
(e.g. brake pedal failure, driver unwell,  
assisted driving).  
Deactivating automatic  
operation  
►ꢀ Raise the ring under the knob and move the  
gear selector to the left, then forwards.  
In this context, the vehicle can be braked by  
sustained pulling on the electric parking brake  
control. Braking continues for as long as the  
control is kept pulled, and ceases when the  
control is released.  
The ABS and DSC systems stabilise the vehicle  
during emergency braking.  
If emergency braking malfunctions, the  
message "Parking brake fault" will be displayed  
on the instrument panel.  
Only engage reverse gear when the  
vehicle is stationary with the engine at  
idle.  
In some situations, for example when it is  
extremely cold or when towing (e.g. caravan,  
breakdown), it may be necessary to deactivate  
automatic operation of the system.  
►ꢀ Start the engine.  
As a safety precaution and to facilitate  
engine starting:  
►ꢀ Always select neutral.  
►ꢀ Use the control to apply the parking brake, if  
it is released.  
►ꢀ Take your foot fully off the brake pedal.  
►ꢀ Push the control for 10 to a maximum of  
15 seconds.  
►ꢀ Press the clutch pedal.  
If the ABS and DSC systems  
malfunction, indicated by lighting  
►ꢀ Release the control.  
Automatic gearbox  
(EAT6)  
one or both warning lamps on the instrument  
panel, the vehicle’s stability is no longer  
ensured.  
►ꢀ In this case, ensure the vehicle's stability by  
successive and repeated "pull-release" actions  
on the electric parking brake control until the  
vehicle comes to a complete stop.  
►ꢀ Depress and hold the brake pedal.  
►ꢀ Pull the control for 2 seconds.  
This indicator lamp on the instrument  
panel comes on to confirm deactivation  
of the automatic functions.  
6-speed automatic gearbox which offers a  
choice between the comfort of automatic  
operation or manual gear changing.  
Two driving modes are available:  
►ꢀ Release the control and the brake pedal.  
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– Automatic operation for electronic  
management of the gears by the gearbox.  
– Manual operation for sequential changing of  
the gears by the driver.  
Starting the vehicle  
M. +/- Manual operation  
►ꢀ To shift up/down through the gears,  
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►ꢀ Apply the parking brake.  
push the control backwards/forwards.  
►ꢀ With your foot on the brake pedal,  
select position P or N.  
►ꢀ Start the engine.  
Information displayed on  
the instrument panel  
Gear selector module  
If the conditions are not met, you will hear an  
audible signal, accompanied by the display of a  
message.  
►ꢀ With the engine running, depress the brake  
pedal.  
►ꢀ Release the parking brake.  
►ꢀ Select position R, D or M.  
►ꢀ Gradually release the brake pedal.  
The vehicle moves off immediately.  
When a position is selected in the grid with the  
gear selector, the corresponding indicator lamp  
lights up on the instrument panel.  
If position N is selected inadvertently  
while driving, allow the engine to  
return to idle, then select position D to  
accelerate.  
P.  
Park  
P.  
Park  
R.  
N.  
D.  
Reverse  
Neutral  
Drive (automatic operation)  
– Vehicle immobilised, parking brake  
applied or released.  
– Engine starting.  
When the engine is running at idle  
with the brakes released, if position R,  
D or M is selected, the vehicle moves off  
even without the accelerator being pressed.  
Never leave children unattended in the  
vehicle when the engine is running.  
When carrying out maintenance with the  
engine running, apply the parking brake and  
select position P.  
M1...6. Gear engaged during manual  
R.  
N.  
Reverse  
operation  
– Reversing manoeuvres, vehicle  
stationary, engine at idle.  
Neutral  
– Vehicle immobilised, parking brake  
applied.  
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Instruction not accepted during  
manual operation  
Foot on the brake  
►ꢀ Depress the brake pedal when this  
warning lamp is displayed on the  
instrument panel (e.g. when starting the  
engine).  
– Engine starting.  
D.  
Automatic operation  
Do not try to start the engine by pushing the  
vehicle.  
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►ꢀ Selecting position M enables sequential  
shifting between the six gears.  
►ꢀ To shift up/down through the gears, push  
the control backwards/forwards.  
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.  
Automatic operation  
►ꢀ Select position D for automatic changing of  
the six gears.  
The gearbox then operates in auto-adaptive  
mode, without any intervention on the part  
of the driver. It continuously selects the most  
suitable gear according to the driving style, the  
road profile and the load in the vehicle.  
For maximum acceleration without touching  
the selector, press the accelerator fully down  
(kick-down). The gearbox changes down  
automatically or holds the gear selected until  
the maximum engine speed is reached.  
When braking, the gearbox changes down  
automatically to provide effective engine  
braking.  
The gearbox only changes gear if the vehicle  
speed and engine speed conditions allow;  
otherwise, the rules for automatic operation are  
temporarily applied.  
D disappears, and the gears engaged appear in  
succession on the instrument panel.  
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.  
It is possible to change from position D to  
position M at any time.  
When the vehicle is stationary or moving  
very slowly, the gearbox selects gear M1  
automatically.  
This symbol is displayed if a gear is not  
engaged correctly (gear selector  
between two positions).  
Malfunction  
In the event of a malfunction, this  
warning lamp comes on accompanied by  
an audible signal and a message is displayed,  
when the ignition is switched on.  
In this case, the gearbox goes into back-up  
mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel a  
significant jolt (without risk to the gearbox)  
when changing from P to R and from N to R.  
Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h), local speed  
restrictions permitting.  
If you release the accelerator sharply, the  
gearbox will not shift to a higher gear for safety  
reasons.  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Never select position N while the  
vehicle is moving.  
Never select positions P or R unless the  
vehicle is completely stationary.  
There is a risk of damaging the  
gearbox:  
– If the accelerator and brake pedals are  
depressed simultaneously.  
– In the event of a battery failure, forcing  
the selector from position P to another  
position.  
Switching off the vehicle  
Before switching off the engine, it is possible  
to engage position P or N to place the gearbox  
in neutral.  
Manual operation  
In both cases, apply the parking brake to  
immobilise the vehicle.  
To limit fuel consumption during an  
extended standstill with the engine  
running (e.g. in a traffic jam), set the gear  
selector to position N and apply the parking  
brake.  
If the gear selector is not in position P,  
when the driver's door is opened or  
approximately 45 seconds after the ignition  
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Information displayed on  
Electric dual-clutch  
automatic gearbox  
(e-DCS6)  
N. Neutral  
To free-wheel and move the vehicle, with the  
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the instrument panel  
ignition off.  
For more information on Free-wheeling,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox  
status is displayed on the instrument panel:  
6-speed electrified dual-clutch automatic  
gearbox with push selector for hybrid vehicles.  
It includes an electric motor, which improves  
the performance of the petrol engine, reduces  
fuel consumption and drives in all-electric.  
P
Parking  
D. Driving in automatic mode  
R
Reverse  
The gearbox manages gear changes  
according to the style of driving, the road  
profile and the vehicle load.  
The gearbox also manages braking when the  
accelerator pedal is released.  
N
Neutral  
D
L1...6  
Automatic forward gear  
Low forward gear  
Push selector  
However, in all-electric driving, the gear  
engaged is not indicated.  
The state of the gearbox remains displayed on  
the instrument panel for a few seconds after  
switching off the ignition.  
L. Driving in low mode  
Press this button to switch to low mode.  
Drive slowly with more power. Engine power  
is higher and speed is slower.  
►ꢀ In mode N, with your foot on the brake  
pedal, push without passing the point of  
resistance:  
• Forwards, mode R is selected.  
• Backwards, mode D is selected.  
Release the selector fully after each push; it  
will then return to its initial position.  
Electric motor  
The electric motor included in the automatic  
gearbox, which is used for the first start,  
provides 12 V power supply via the DC/DC  
converter and provides electric assistance to  
the petrol engine.  
P. Auto Park  
The electric motor has the following features:  
– Provide an additional torque to the gearbox,  
optimising the performance of the petrol  
engine.  
– Recover the kinetic energy of the  
deceleration phases, converting it into electrical  
energy, which can be used for traction or for the  
power supply of electrical accessories installed  
on the vehicle.  
Special cases  
To avoid mode N (quick change from D to R and  
back again):  
►ꢀ In mode R, push backwards past the point of  
resistance, mode D is selected.  
►ꢀ In mode D, push forwards past the point of  
resistance, mode R is selected.  
Press this button to switch to Parking mode.  
For parking the vehicle: the front wheels are  
blocked.  
R. Reverse  
►ꢀ To return to mode N, push without passing  
the point of resistance.  
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– Recharge the 48 V traction battery when the  
state of charge is too low.  
– Provide all-electric driving only.  
These features are achieved through the  
following functions set of automatic operating  
mode:  
– e-Boost.  
– e-Creeping.  
– e-Launch.  
– e-Queueing.  
the vehicle moves off, even without pressing  
the accelerator pedal.  
Never depress the accelerator and brake  
pedals at the same time - risk of damage to  
the gearbox!  
e-Launch  
With the petrol engine off, this function allows  
the vehicle to run in electric mode without  
affecting performance.  
By depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle  
starts to drive as soon as the mode D or R of  
the automatic gearbox is selected.  
If you open the driver's door while  
mode N is engaged, an audible signal  
will sound and mode P will be engaged. The  
audible signal stops when the driver's door is  
closed.  
e-Creeping  
With the petrol engine off, by releasing the  
brake pedal, this function allows the vehicle to  
be moved forward or backward in electric mode  
without having to depress the accelerator  
pedal, as soon as the mode D or R of the  
automatic gearbox is selected.  
– e-Parking.  
A manual operating mode is also available to  
activate/deactivate the restart of the petrol  
engine while driving: the e-Auto mode.  
At speeds below 3 mph (5 km/h),  
opening the driver’s door will engage  
mode P - risk of sudden braking!  
When mode P or N is selected on the  
automatic gearbox, the noise level in  
the engine compartment may increase due  
to the start of the charging phase of the  
traction battery: this is normal and does not  
represent a malfunction.  
e-Queueing  
This function makes it possible to follow a  
queue of vehicles with several stops followed  
by restarts of the vehicle, using the e-Creeping,  
e-Launch and electric driving modes.  
In the event of battery failure, it is  
essential to place the chock(s)  
supplied with the tool kit against one of the  
wheels to immobilise the vehicle.  
e-Parking  
This function allows parking manoeuvres to be  
carried out at reduced speed with the help of  
the electric motor when the mode D or R of the  
automatic gearbox is selected.  
Operation  
Special aspects of automatic mode  
Only appropriate mode change instructions are  
validated.  
These functions respond to common driving  
situations where the electric motor is available  
to provide additional power or zero-emission  
driving.  
With the engine running, if it is necessary to  
depress the brake pedal to change modes,  
an alert message will be displayed on the  
instrument panel.  
e-Boost  
This function allows simultaneous operation  
of the petrol engine and the electric motor,  
combined with the automatic gearbox.  
By fully depressing the accelerator pedal ("kick-  
down" function), when the traction battery  
These functions are only available if  
the traction battery is sufficiently  
charged.  
With the engine running and the  
brakes released, if R, D or L is selected,  
These five functions cannot be deactivated.  
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is fully charged, it is possible to exceed the  
torque of the petrol engine alone, thanks to  
the additional torque provided by the electric  
motor.  
The petrol engine may stop after the first  
start if operating conditions allow (e.g. state  
of charge of the traction battery, external  
temperature, efficiency of the catalytic  
converter, torque demand, selected driving  
mode, thermal comfort of the passenger  
compartment).  
Switching of the gearbox to back-up mode  
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Depending on the malfunction, the gearbox  
only shifts in odd or even gears, locks in one  
gear or loses some gears.  
You may feel a significant jolt on engaging  
reverse gear. This will not damage the gearbox.  
In the event of a malfunction, an audible  
warning sounds to indicate that the gearbox  
should be put into Park mode.  
Repeated use of the brake pedal  
causes the restart of petrol engine to  
provide braking assistance.  
Then, the vehicle moves off immediately in all-  
electric (e-Launch function).  
Special aspects of low mode  
The gearbox only changes from one gear to  
another if the vehicle speed and engine speed  
conditions permit.  
The petrol engine can also be switched off in  
low mode when stopped in traffic or when the  
accelerator pedal is released.  
Switching the vehicle off  
Selector malfunction  
Minor malfunction  
This warning lamp comes on,  
accompanied by the display of a  
message and an audible signal.  
Drive carefully.  
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Regardless of the current gearbox mode,  
mode P is immediately engaged automatically  
when the ignition is switched off.  
However, in mode N, mode P will be engaged  
after a delay of 5 seconds (time to enable free-  
wheeling mode).  
Check that mode P has been engaged and  
that the electric parking brake was applied  
automatically; if not, apply it manually.  
The corresponding indicator lamps on  
the gear selector and the electric  
If high traction is required, the driver  
can deactivate the e-Auto mode using  
the dashboard button.  
In some cases, the selector indicator lamps may  
no longer come on, but the gearbox state is still  
displayed on the instrument panel.  
Starting the vehicle  
parking brake control must be on, as well as the  
indicator lamps on the instrument panel.  
Major malfunction  
►ꢀ Fully depress the brake pedal.  
►ꢀ Start the petrol engine by depressing the  
brake pedal until the engine is running at a  
stabilised engine speed.  
►ꢀ With your foot on the brake pedal, push  
once or twice backwards to select automatic  
mode D, or forwards to shift into reverse gear R.  
►ꢀ Release the brake pedal.  
This warning lamp comes on,  
accompanied by the display of a  
message.  
Gearbox malfunction  
This warning lamp comes on,  
accompanied by an audible signal and  
the display of a message.  
You must stop the vehicle.  
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and  
switch off the ignition.  
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
Do not drive faster than 62 mph (100 km/h),  
keeping to the speed limit.  
►ꢀ Accelerate gradually to automatically  
release the electric parking brake.  
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►ꢀ In mode R, push backwards past the point of  
resistance, mode D is selected.  
►ꢀ In mode D, push forwards past the point of  
resistance, mode R is selected.  
►ꢀ To return to mode N, push without passing  
the point of resistance.  
Drive selector (Electric)  
N. 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)  
C. Comfort (regenerative braking)  
Regenerative braking  
With the mode C and when decelerating  
To reduce engine braking.  
The mode C 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  
Information displayed on the  
instrument panel  
When the ignition is switched on, the drive  
The drive selector is a pulse selector with a  
regenerative braking function.  
The drive selector provides traction control  
based on the driving style, the road profile and  
the vehicle load.  
With regenerative braking activated, it also  
manages engine braking when the accelerator  
pedal is released.  
selector status is displayed on the instrument  
panel:  
P : Park.  
R : Reverse.  
N : Neutral.  
D : Drive (automatic forward gear).  
C : Comfort.  
increasing the vehicle's driving range.  
The resulting deceleration of the  
vehicle does not cause the brake  
lamps to come on.  
P. Park  
Operation  
►ꢀ From mode D, press button C to activate/  
deactivate the function (the button lights up  
when the function is activated).  
C is displayed on the instrument panel close  
to D.  
The status of the function is saved when the  
ignition is switched off.  
Button for parking the vehicle: the front  
wheels are locked (the button lights up to  
indicate that it is activated).  
►ꢀ In mode N, with your foot on the brake  
pedal, push without passing the point of  
resistance:  
R. Reverse  
• Forwards, mode R is selected.  
• Backwards, mode D is selected.  
Release the selector fully after each push; it  
will then return to its initial position.  
To engage reverse gear, with your foot on  
the brake pedal.  
In some situations (e.g. battery full,  
extreme temperatures), the amount of  
Special cases  
To avoid mode N (quick change from D to R and  
back again):  
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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.  
slow down the amount of movement in order to  
avoid any sudden jolts at the end of travel.  
Unlike conventional suspension which absorbs  
the energy but then partially returns some of it,  
this active suspension absorbs and dissipates  
this energy, without producing any rebound.  
Gear shift indicator  
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(Depending on engine)  
This system is designed to reduce fuel  
consumption by recommending the most  
suitable gear.  
With the brake pedal  
Operation  
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.  
ECO driving mode  
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.  
This mode reduces fuel consumption by  
optimising the operation of the heating and air  
conditioning systems, and on some versions,  
the pedals, automatic gearbox and gear shift  
indicator.  
The driver may experience a different  
sensation when depressing the brake  
pedal compared to a vehicle without  
regenerative braking.  
With petrol engines, coasting is used  
wherever possible to slow the vehicle  
without using engine braking.  
The system cannot be deactivated.  
With an automatic gearbox, the  
system is only active in manual  
operation.  
Progressive Hydraulic  
Cushions  
This suspension system with progressive  
hydraulic cushions improves driving comfort by  
filtering out the imperfections and demands of  
the road surface.  
The information appears on the  
instrument panel, in the form of an 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:  
►ꢀ Press this button to activate/deactivate this  
mode.  
The button indicator lamp is illuminated,  
accompanied by the ECO display on the  
instrument panel, when the mode is activated.  
Each shock absorber is equipped with a  
hydraulic compression stop (at the base) and a  
hydraulic rebound stop (at the top).  
Depending on the intensity of the shock to be  
absorbed, these stops provide the vehicle with  
a greater freedom of movement or gradually  
– engaging first gear.  
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– engaging reverse gear.  
the instrument panel, accompanied by the  
display of a message.  
Operation  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Hill start assist  
This system keeps the vehicle briefly stationary  
(for approximately 2 seconds) when making a  
hill start, while you transfer your foot from the  
brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.  
The system is only active when:  
Stop & Start (Petrol)  
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.  
Facing uphill, with the vehicle stationary, the  
vehicle is held for a short time when the driver  
releases the brake pedal:  
– If first gear or neutral is engaged on a manual  
gearbox.  
– If mode D, M or L is selected on an automatic  
gearbox.  
– If mode D or C is selected on the drive  
selector.  
– The vehicle is completely stationary, with  
your foot on the brake pedal.  
– Certain slope conditions are met.  
– The driver’s door is closed.  
Do not leave the vehicle while it is  
being held temporarily by hill start  
assist.  
If someone needs to get out of the vehicle  
with the engine running, apply the parking  
brake manually. Then check that the parking  
brake indicator lamp and the P indicator  
lamp in the electric parking brake control are  
on fixed.  
The function does not affect the functionalities  
of the vehicle, in particular the braking.  
Deactivation/Reactivation  
The function is activated by default when the  
ignition is switched on.  
To deactivate/reactivate the function:  
The hill start assist function cannot be  
deactivated. However, using the  
parking brake to immobilise the vehicle  
interrupts its operation.  
Facing downhill, with the vehicle stationary  
and reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held  
for a short time when the driver releases the  
brake pedal.  
Malfunction  
If the event of a malfunction,  
these warning lamps light up on  
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►ꢀ Press the dashboard button.  
A message on the instrument panel confirms  
the change of status.  
When the function is deactivated, the orange  
indicator lamp is lit; if the engine was in  
standby, it restarts immediately.  
Special cases  
Operation  
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The engine will not go into standby if the  
conditions for operation are not met and in the  
following cases:  
– Steep slope (ascending or descending).  
– Vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph (10 km/h)  
since the last engine start.  
– Electric parking brake applied or being  
applied.  
– Needed to maintain a comfortable  
temperature in the passenger compartment.  
– Demisting active.  
– Braking assistance being used.  
In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes  
for a few seconds, then goes off.  
Main conditions for operation  
– The driver’s door must be closed.  
– The driver's seat belt must be fastened.  
– The level of charge in 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.  
Associated indicator lamps  
Function activated: engine on standby  
(STOP mode).  
Function deactivated or malfunction.  
Putting the engine into standby  
(STOP mode)  
The engine automatically enters standby mode  
as soon as the driver indicates their intention  
to stop:  
– With a manual gearbox: when you place  
the gear lever in neutral and release the clutch  
pedal.  
Opening the bonnet  
Before doing anything under the  
bonnet, deactivate the Stop & Start system  
to avoid any risk of injury caused by the  
engine restarting automatically.  
After the engine has restarted, STOP  
mode is not available until the vehicle  
has reached a speed of 5 mph (8 km/h).  
– With an automatic gearbox: with the gear  
selector in mode D or M, when the brake pedal  
is depressed until the vehicle stops or when the  
mode N is selected, with the vehicle stationary.  
During parking manoeuvres, STOP  
mode is not available for a few  
seconds after coming out of reverse gear or  
turning the steering wheel.  
Driving on flooded roads  
Before entering into a flooded area,  
it is strongly recommended that you  
deactivate the Stop & Start system.  
For more information on Driving  
recommendations, particularly on flooded  
roads, refer to the corresponding section.  
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.  
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: when the clutch pedal  
is fully depressed.  
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With an automatic gearbox:  
– With the selector in mode D or M: when the  
brake pedal is released.  
– With the selector in mode N and the brake  
pedal released: when the mode D or M is  
selected.  
– With the selector in mode P and the brake  
pedal depressed: when the mode R, N, D or M  
is selected.  
The vehicle stalls in STOP mode  
All of the instrument panel warning lamps  
come on if there is a fault.  
►ꢀ Switch off the ignition then start the engine  
again.  
Using the steering wheel paddles also  
causes the restarting of petrol engine.  
The e-Auto mode cannot switch off the petrol  
engine in the following cases:  
– The state of charge is less than 30% of the  
traction battery energy.  
– There is a need for vacuum brake assist  
depending on the altitude.  
– Maintaining thermal comfort in the  
passenger compartment (heating, air  
conditioning, demisting/defrosting).  
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.  
– When the reverse gear is engaged.  
Special cases  
The engine will restart automatically if the  
conditions for operation are met again and in  
the following cases:  
– Some specific conditions (braking assistance,  
air conditioning setting, etc.).  
– With a manual gearbox: vehicle speed  
exceeds 2.5 mph (4 km/h).  
– With an automatic gearbox, in mode N,  
vehicle speed exceeds 0.6 mph (1 km/h).  
In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes  
for a few seconds, then goes off.  
Deactivation/Reactivation  
By default, the function is activated when the  
ignition is switched on.  
e-Auto mode (Hybrid)  
The petrol engine stops when low power or  
torque is required and in stabilised conditions.  
The petrol engine is restarted by the belt  
starter.  
The "e-Auto OFF" control on the dashboard  
activates/deactivates the e-Auto mode.  
The e-Auto mode can switch off the petrol  
engine in the following cases:  
– When the operating strategies permit.  
– Vehicle speed up to 90 mph (145 km/h).  
– When the driver releases the accelerator  
pedal in stabilised conditions or in deceleration.  
– During the stop phases.  
Restarting is only achieved by the belt starter  
until the torque demand is available, if the  
traction battery is sufficiently charged. When  
the torque demand is insufficient, the petrol  
engine restarts.  
Malfunctions  
In the event of a fault with the system,  
this warning lamp flashes for a few  
moments on the instrument panel, then  
remains on, accompanied by the display of a  
message.  
►ꢀ Press the dashboard button.  
The display of a message on the instrument  
panel confirms the change of state.  
Function deactivated, this indicator  
lights up in the instrument panel.  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
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If high traction is required, the driver  
can deactivate the e-Auto mode using  
the dashboard button.  
– worsens road-holding.  
►ꢀ Reduce speed immediately, avoid excessive  
steering movements and avoid sudden braking.  
►ꢀ Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do  
so.  
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– lengthens braking distances.  
– causes premature wear of the tyres.  
– increases energy consumption.  
The loss of pressure detected may not  
always cause visible deformation of  
the tyre.  
Tyre under-inflation  
detection  
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.  
Do not rely on just a visual check.  
This system alerts the driver if one or more  
tyres suffer a drop in pressure.  
►ꢀ Using a compressor, such as the one in  
the temporary puncture repair kit, check the  
pressures of all four tyres when cold.  
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.  
►ꢀ If it is not possible to carry out 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).  
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  
shown on the label.  
Driving too slowly may not ensure  
optimum monitoring.  
The alert is not immediately triggered in  
the event of a sudden loss of pressure or  
tyre blow-out. This is because analysis of the  
values read by the wheel's speed sensors can  
take several minutes.  
The alert may be delayed at speeds below  
25 mph (40 km/h), or when adopting a  
dynamic driving style.  
Snow chains  
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.  
The system does not have to be  
reinitialised after fitting or removing snow  
chains.  
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.  
The alert is kept active until the  
system is reinitialised.  
Driving with under-inflated tyres, particularly  
in adverse conditions (heavy load, high  
speed, long journey):  
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Non-standard or 'space-saver' spare  
wheel  
These systems do not make it possible to  
exceed the laws of physics.  
Reinitialisation  
The system must be reinitialised after any  
adjustment to the pressure of one or more  
tyres, and after changing one or more wheels.  
The use of this type of spare wheel may  
suspend tyre pressure monitoring.  
In this case, the malfunction warning lamp  
comes on and disappears once the wheel  
has been replaced by one of uniform size  
(the same as the others), the pressure  
readjusted and the reinitialisation carried  
out.  
Driving aids  
You should hold the steering wheel  
with both hands, always use the door and  
interior mirrors, always leave your feet close  
to the pedals and take a break every 2 hours.  
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.  
Manoeuvring aids  
The driver must always check the  
surroundings of the vehicle before and  
during the whole manoeuvre, in particular  
using the mirrors.  
Driving and manoeuvring  
aids - General  
With the vehicle stationary, the system can be  
reinitialised via the instrument panel, using the  
steering-mounted controls.  
The reinitialisation is confirmed by the display  
of a message and an audible signal.  
recommendations  
Legal Obligations  
In order to comply with European GSR v2  
regulations and for safety reasons, these  
functions cannot be partially or totally  
deactivated by the driver:  
– Speed Limit Information in the Road signs  
recognition system.  
– Active Safety Brake/Collision Risk Alert.  
– Lane keeping assist.  
– Parking sensors.  
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 climatic conditions,  
traffic and the state of the road.  
It is the driver's responsibility to constantly  
monitor traffic conditions, assess the  
distance and relative speed of other vehicles,  
and anticipate their manoeuvres before  
using the direction indicator and changing  
lanes.  
Malfunction  
In the event of a malfunction,  
these warning lamps light up on  
the instrument panel.  
A message appears, accompanied by an audible  
signal.  
In this case, the tyre under-inflation monitoring  
function is no longer performed.  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
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Driving aids camera  
This camera and its associated  
Sensors  
Mats/Pedal trims  
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The operation of the sensors, as well as  
any associated functions, may be disrupted  
by noise pollution such as that emitted by  
noisy vehicles and machinery (e.g. lorries,  
pneumatic drills), by the accumulation of  
snow or dead leaves on the road or in the  
event of damaged bumpers and mirrors.  
When reverse gear is engaged, an audible  
signal (long beep) indicates that the sensors  
may be dirty.  
A front or rear impact to the vehicle can  
upset the sensors’ settings, which is not  
always detected by the system: distance  
measurements may be distorted.  
The sensors do not systematically detect  
obstacles that are too low (pavements,  
studs) or too thin (trees, posts, wire fences).  
Certain obstacles located in the sensors’  
blind spots may not be detected or may no  
longer be detected during the manoeuvre.  
Certain materials (fabrics) absorb sound  
waves: pedestrians may not be detected.  
The use of mats or pedal trims not  
approved by CITROËN may interfere with  
the operation of the speed limiter or cruise  
control.  
To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:  
– Ensure that the mat is secured correctly.  
– Never fit one mat on top of another.  
functions may be impaired or not work if  
the windscreen area in front of the camera  
is dirty, misty, frosty, covered with snow,  
damaged or masked by a sticker.  
In humid and cold weather, demist the  
windscreen regularly.  
Poor visibility (e.g. inadequate street lighting,  
heavy rain, thick fog, snowfall), dazzle  
(e.g. headlamps of an oncoming vehicle, low  
sun, reflections on a damp road, leaving a  
tunnel, alternating shade and light) can also  
impair detection performance.  
In the event of a windscreen replacement,  
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop to recalibrate the camera;  
otherwise, the operation of the associated  
driving aids may be disrupted.  
Units of speed  
Ensure that the units of speed  
displayed on the instrument panel (mph  
or km/h) are those for the country you are  
driving in.  
If this is not the case, when the vehicle is  
stationary, set the display to the required  
units of speed so that it complies with what  
is authorised locally.  
In case of doubt, contact a CITROËN dealer  
or a qualified workshop.  
Other cameras  
The images from the camera(s)  
displayed on the touch screen or on the  
instrument panel may be distorted by the  
terrain.  
In the presence of areas in shade, or in  
conditions of bright sunlight or inadequate  
lighting, the image may be darkened and  
with lower contrast.  
Road signs recognition  
For more information, refer to the  
General recommendations on the use  
of driving and manoeuvring aids.  
Maintenance  
Clean the bumpers and door mirrors  
and the field of vision of the cameras  
regularly.  
When washing your vehicle at high pressure,  
direct the spray from at least 30 cm away  
from the sensors and cameras.  
Obstacles may appear further away than  
they actually are.  
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Supplementary  
traffic sign  
detected  
Display of the speed  
associated with  
the supplementary  
traffic sign  
Supplementary  
traffic sign  
detected  
Display of the speed  
associated with  
the supplementary  
traffic sign  
Speed limit when  
raining  
If the wiper control  
stalk is in the  
"intermittent wipe"  
or "automatic wipe"  
position (in order  
to activate the rain  
sensor):  
Speed limit in case  
of snow  
If the outside  
temperature is  
below 3°C:  
19 mph (30 km/h)  
(for example)  
with a "snowflake"  
symbol  
Examples:  
Example:  
This system displays the maximum speed  
authorised locally on the instrument panel,  
using:  
– Speed limit signs detected by the camera.  
– Speed limit information from the connected  
services.  
– Signs indicating a shared traffic zone  
detected by the camera.  
68 mph (110 km/h)  
(for example)  
To get valid speed limit information,  
the vehicle's current position is sent  
via the telematics unit and is immediately  
deleted after processing.  
Tracking of the vehicle position is not  
possible at any time.  
Speed limit when  
towing  
If an approved  
towing device is  
fixed to the vehicle:  
56 mph (90 km/h)  
(for example)  
Sign detected  
Suggested speed  
(calculated)  
Entry into a shared  
traffic zone  
10 mph or 20 km/h  
(depending on  
the units on the  
instrument panel)  
This is not impacted by the in-vehicle privacy  
settings.  
Speed limit  
applicable over a  
certain distance  
Example:  
43 mph (70 km/h)  
(for example)  
Example:  
The units for the speed limit (mph or  
km/h) depend on the country you are  
driving in.  
This should be taken into account to ensure  
you observe the speed limit.  
For the system to work properly when  
changing countries, the speed unit of the  
instrument panel must match that of the  
country you are driving in.  
– Some supplementary traffic signs detected  
by the camera.  
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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.  
If the vehicle continues to exceed it, the speed  
is displayed and flashes for a few more seconds,  
accompanied by an audible signal.  
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Operating limits  
The system is active but is not detecting speed  
limit information.  
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:  
– Non-standard road signs.  
– Road signs that are obstructed, damaged or  
bent.  
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).  
On detecting speed limit information, the  
system displays the value, accompanied by an  
audible signal.  
Deactivation/Activation  
By default, the overspeed alert sound is  
automatically activated at every engine start.  
This audible signal is emitted if the  
Speed limit change sound is activated  
previously in the Road Signs function of the  
instrument panel menu.  
Information displayed on  
the instrument panel  
For a suggested maximum speed, when the  
vehicle exceeds it, the speed is displayed and  
flashes for several seconds.  
Press this dashboard button to activate/  
deactivate the speed limit change sound, or via  
the instrument panel menu, using the steering-  
mounted controls (depending on version).  
1. Detected speed limit indication  
or  
2. End of speed limit indication (depending on  
version)  
The system cannot be deactivated.  
The speed limit change sound is saved  
when the ignition is switched off.  
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In the event of the speed limit change  
sound deactivation, this warning lamp  
lights up a few seconds on the instrument  
panel.  
This system cannot be modified.  
2. Pause/Reactivate the speed limitation at the  
previously saved speed setting  
3. Increase/Decrease the speed setting  
Activate the speed limitation  
Speed limiter  
For more information, refer to the  
General recommendations on the use  
of driving and manoeuvring aids.  
Malfunction  
Information displayed on  
the instrument panel  
In the event of a malfunction, this  
warning lamp lights up on the  
instrument panel.  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
This warning lamp lights up on the  
instrument panel with the message  
"Driving Assistance Sensor blind: Clean  
sensor" if the sensor is masked.  
This is a normal behavior, which does not  
request the support of a qualified workshop.  
In this case, stop the vehicle and verify if the  
front camera is covered by dirt, mud, sand,  
snow, ice or anything preventing the sensing.  
The system is operational again after the  
detection field has been cleaned.  
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).  
4. Speed limiter mode selection indication  
5. Speed limitation on/off indication  
6. Speed setting value  
Steering-mounted controls  
Switching on/Pausing  
Overspeed alert  
(Depending on country of sale)  
►ꢀ Press twice button 1-MODE to select speed  
An audible overspeed alert is triggered  
when the vehicle exceeds predefined speed  
threshold.  
limiter mode ; the function is paused.  
When the vehicle speed is greater than 75 mph  
(120 km/h), the alert is emitted every 2 seconds.  
1. Speed limiter selection/deselection  
►ꢀ If the speed limit setting is suitable (most  
recent speed setting programmed in the  
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system), press one of the buttons 3-SET to  
switch the speed limiter on.  
►ꢀ Or pressing button 2-II> activates the  
function.  
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.  
distance between vehicles, the driver  
remains responsible for their driving.  
In the interest of public safety, only use  
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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.  
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.  
►ꢀ Pressing button 2-II> temporarily pauses the  
function.  
►ꢀ Pressing button 2-II> again resumes the  
function.  
When the vehicle speed returns to the speed  
setting level, the speed limiter operates again:  
the speed setting display becomes fixed again.  
Adjusting the speed setting  
Off  
You do not have to switch the speed limiter on  
in order to set the speed.  
►ꢀ Press 1-MODE: the speed limiter information  
To change the speed setting using the vehicle’s  
current speed:  
►ꢀ For steps of +/- 1 mph (1 km/h), make  
successive short presses upwards/downwards  
on 3 to increase/decrease.  
►ꢀ For steps of +/- 5 mph (5 km/h), press and  
hold upwards/downwards on 3 to increase/  
decrease.  
display disappears.  
Exceeding the programmed speed  
setting  
Malfunction  
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).  
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.  
Temporarily exceeding the  
speed setting  
Cruise control - Specific  
recommendations  
The cruise control function does not  
guarantee compliance with the  
maximum authorised speed and the safety  
Operating limits  
Never use the system in the following  
situations:  
– In an urban area with the risk of  
pedestrians crossing the road.  
►ꢀ 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.  
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– In heavy traffic.  
With an automatic gearbox, mode D or  
second gear or higher in mode M or L must be  
engaged.  
With a drive selector, mode D or C must be  
engaged.  
3. Increase/Decrease the speed setting  
– 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.  
Activation of cruise control in progress  
Information displayed on  
the instrument panel  
Cruise control remains active after  
changing gear, regardless of the  
gearbox type, on engines fitted with the  
Stop & Start function.  
– When using snow chains or non-slip  
covers.  
Switching off the ignition cancels any  
speed setting.  
4. Cruise control mode selection indication  
5. Cruise control on/off indication  
6. Speed setting value  
Cruise control  
Steering-mounted controls  
For more information, refer to the  
General recommendations on the use  
of driving and manoeuvring aids and the  
Specific recommendations on cruise  
control.  
Switching on/Pausing  
This system automatically maintains the  
vehicle’s speed at the value programmed  
by the driver (speed setting), without the use of  
the accelerator pedal.  
►ꢀ Press once button 1-MODE briefly to select  
cruise control mode ; the function is paused.  
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.  
1. Cruise control selection/deselection  
2. Pause/Reactivate the cruise control at the  
►ꢀ Accelerate to the desired speed and then  
press one of the buttons 3-SET to activate the  
cruise control; the vehicle’s current speed is  
saved as the speed setting.  
previously saved speed setting  
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►ꢀ Release the accelerator pedal.  
Prolonged pressing and holding  
upwards/downwards on 3 causes a  
very rapid change in vehicle speed.  
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This system:  
– warns the driver that their vehicle is at  
risk of collision with the preceding vehicle, a  
pedestrian or a cyclist.  
– reduces the vehicle's speed to avoid a  
collision or to limit its severity.  
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.  
►ꢀ Pressing button 2-II> temporarily pauses the  
function.  
►ꢀ Pressing button 2-II> or one of the buttons  
3-SET again resumes operation of the cruise  
control at the previously saved speed setting.  
The system also takes motorcyclists  
into account.  
It may also react on animals. Animals  
(especially animals smaller than 0.5 m) and  
objects on the road are not necessarily  
detected.  
Cruise control operation can also be  
interrupted temporarily:  
– by pressing the brake pedal.  
– by depressing the clutch pedal for more  
5 seconds (manual gearbox).  
– by shifting to neutral or engaging reverse  
gear.  
– automatically, if the electronic stability  
control (ESC) system is triggered.  
Off  
►ꢀ Press 1-MODE: the cruise control  
information display disappears.  
Malfunction  
In the event of a malfunction, dashes are  
displayed flashing and then fixed instead of the  
speed setting.  
This system includes three functions:  
– Collision Risk Alert.  
– Intelligent emergency braking assistance  
(iEBA).  
– Active Safety Brake (automatic emergency  
braking).  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
Modifying the speed setting  
The cruise control must be active.  
To change the speed setting using the vehicle’s  
current speed:  
Active Safety Brake with  
Collision Risk Alert and  
Intelligent emergency  
braking assistance  
For more information, refer to the  
General recommendations on the use  
of driving and manoeuvring aids.  
►ꢀ For steps of +/- 1 mph (1 km/h), make  
successive short presses upwards/  
downwards on 3 to increase/decrease.  
►ꢀ For steps of +/- 5 mph (5 km/h), press and  
hold upwards/downwards on 3 to increase/  
decrease.  
The vehicle has a camera located at the top of  
the windscreen.  
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This system does not replace the need  
for driver vigilance.  
This system is designed to assist the driver  
and improve road safety.  
the system via the vehicle's configuration menu  
is recommended, for instance:  
– Towing a trailer (particularly a trailer without  
its own braking system).  
– Front camera out of regular position or  
missing cover.  
– Brake discs cooling process is on-going.  
– In curves.  
It is the driver's responsibility to continuously  
monitor traffic conditions in accordance  
with applicable driving regulations.  
– Carrying long objects on roof bars.  
– Driving with snow chains.  
– Using an automatic car wash.  
– Performing any maintenance (e.g. changing  
a wheel, working inside the engine  
compartment).  
– Placing the vehicle on a rolling bench in a  
workshop.  
– Towing the vehicle.  
– System initialization process after battery  
disconnection.  
– Sun or lights shining into the front camera  
lens.  
– Adverse environmental conditions (e.g. rain,  
fog or snow).  
– Vehicle ahead creating road spray.  
The system performance may be affected by:  
– Vehicle stability system in progress.  
– Vehicle battery voltage out of range.  
– Wet road reflecting lights.  
– Close vehicles ahead.  
– Tractors, muddy vehicles or vehicles with a  
trailer.  
– Banked roads.  
As soon as the system detects a  
potential collision, it prepares the  
braking circuit. This may cause a slight noise  
and a slight sensation of deceleration.  
– Following a damage of the windscreen close  
to the detection camera.  
Operating conditions and  
limits  
The system is automatically  
deactivated once the use of a different  
diameter "space-saver" type spare wheel is  
detected, or if a fault with the right or left  
brake lamp is detected.  
Following a severe crash (e.g. with airbag  
deployment), the system is automatically  
deactivated.  
Vehicle moving forward without trailer.  
Brake system operational.  
ASR system activated.  
Seat belts fastened for driver and front  
passenger.  
Stabilised speed on roads with no or low  
curvature.  
– Winding or hilly roads.  
– Poor lighting conditions.  
– Sudden lighting changes.  
– Vehicle modifications (e.g. tyres).  
This warning lamp lights up on the  
instrument panel without any additional  
message, to indicate that the automatic braking  
system is not available.  
This is a normal behavior indicating that a  
condition is not fulfilled and which does not  
request the support of a workshop.  
In any situations with ignition on where  
automatic braking presents a risk, deactivating  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
In case the detection is degraded or  
temporarily unavailable by  
environment conditions, then a driver  
indication is not displayed (because a driver  
action is not requested).  
The system performance may be degraded or  
not available by:  
– Sensor covered with snow, ice, slush, mud or  
dirt.  
– Windscreen damaged or smeared, with  
blurred view or covered with foreign items  
(e.g. stickers).  
It can be dangerous to drive if the  
brake lamps are not in perfect working  
order.  
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The driver must not overload the  
vehicle (keep within the GVW limit and  
load height limits for roof bars).  
(orange)  
Active Safety Brake  
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Visual and audible alert, warning that the  
preceding vehicle is very close.  
The message "Obstacle close" is displayed.  
It is possible that collision warnings  
are not given, are given too late or  
seem unjustified.  
The driver must always stay in control of the  
vehicle and be prepared to react at any time  
to avoid an accident.  
Collision Risk Alert  
This function warns the driver if there is a risk  
of collision with the preceding vehicle, or with a  
pedestrian or cyclist.  
Modifying the alert trigger threshold  
The trigger threshold determines the sensitivity  
with which the function warns of the risk of  
collision.  
The selected threshold is memorised when the  
ignition is switched off.  
The threshold is set via the instrument panel  
menu, using the steering-mounted controls.  
Intelligent emergency  
braking assistance (iEBA)  
This function increases vehicle deceleration  
if the driver does not brake enough to avoid a  
collision.  
This assistance is only provided if the driver  
presses the brake pedal.  
This function, also called "automatic emergency  
braking", intervenes after the acoustic alert if  
the driver does not operate the brake pedal  
quickly enough.  
The system aims at reducing the speed of  
impact or avoiding a collision if the driver fails  
to react.  
Operation  
Depending on the collision risk detected by the  
system, an alert may be triggered and displayed  
on the instrument panel.  
The system takes into account the vehicle  
dynamics, the difference speed of the own  
vehicle and the object identified for the  
collision risk, and the operation of the vehicle  
(e.g. actions on the pedals, steering wheel) to  
trigger the alert at the most relevant moment.  
With LCD instrument panel  
Below a speed of 30 mph (50 km/h),  
automatic emergency braking may  
slow down the vehicle to a complete stop.  
Automatic emergency braking may reduce  
the speed by a maximum of 30 mph  
(50 km/h) speed.  
Visual and audible alert, warning that a  
collision is imminent.  
With matrix instrument panel  
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Operation  
The system operates subject to the following  
conditions:  
– At reduced speed in an urban environment,  
when a stationary vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist  
is detected.  
– The vehicle's speed is between 6 mph and  
84 mph (10 km/h and 135 km/h) when a moving  
vehicle is detected.  
This warning lamp flashes during the  
intervention as soon as the function  
applies the vehicle’s brakes.  
During the flashing time, the function is not  
available.  
With an automatic gearbox or drive selector,  
in the event of automatic emergency braking,  
keep the brake pedal depressed, also after  
a complete stop is reached, to prevent the  
vehicle from rolling away.  
With a manual gearbox, in the event of  
automatic emergency braking bringing the  
vehicle to a complete stop, the engine may  
stall.  
The brake pedal may feel hard and  
vibrate slightly while the function is  
operating.  
If the vehicle comes to a complete stop,  
automatic braking is maintained for 1 to  
2 seconds.  
The system is operational again after the  
detection field has been cleaned.  
In the event of a malfunction, this  
warning lamp lights up on the  
instrument panel, accompanied by the display  
of a message and an audible signal.  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
If this warning lamp comes on after the  
engine has been switched off and then  
restarted, contact a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop to have the system checked.  
These warning lamps light up on  
Deactivation/Activation  
By default, the system is automatically  
activated at every engine start.  
The settings are changed via the instrument  
panel menu, using the steering-mounted  
controls.  
Deactivation of the system is signalled  
by the illumination of this warning lamp,  
accompanied by the display of a message.  
the instrument panel and/or in  
the warning lamp display for seat belts and  
front passenger airbag to indicate that the  
driver's and/or front passenger's seat belt is not  
fastened (depending on version). The automatic  
braking system is deactivated until the seat  
belts are fastened.  
The system cannot be deactivated  
above 10 km/h.  
Malfunction  
Distraction detection  
For more information, refer to the  
General recommendations on the use  
of driving and manoeuvring aids.  
This warning lamp lights up on the  
instrument panel with the message  
"Driving Assistance Sensor blind: Clean  
sensor" if the sensor is masked.  
The driver can override the automatic  
emergency braking at any time by  
strongly turning the steering wheel (evasive  
manoeuver) and/or by firmly pressing the  
accelerator pedal.  
This is a normal behavior, which does not  
request the support of a qualified workshop.  
In this case, stop the vehicle and verify if the  
front camera or the front radar is covered by  
dirt, mud, sand, snow, ice or anything preventing  
the sensing.  
The function comprises the "Driver Attention  
Warning" system.  
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This system is in no way designed to  
keep the driver awake or to prevent  
the driver from falling asleep at the wheel.  
It is the driver’s responsibility to stop if  
feeling tired.  
Take a break if you are feeling tired or at  
least every 2 hours.  
This system is particularly suited to fast roads  
(speed higher than 40 mph (65 km/h)).  
snow-covered, damaged or masked by a  
sticker).  
– lane markings absent, worn, hidden  
(e.g. snow, mud, dead leaves) or multiple  
(roadworks).  
– close to the vehicle ahead (lane markings  
not detected).  
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The system may perform a learning  
procedure for up to 30 minutes after  
the start of the monitoring.  
During this period, the driver's individual  
driving behaviour is analysed and no alert is  
given.  
– roads that are narrow, winding.  
This system resets itself if one of the following  
conditions is met:  
– The ignition has been switched off for a few  
minutes.  
– The driver's seat belt is unfastened and their  
door is opened.  
At a first alert level, when the driver is drowsy,  
the driver is warned by the message "Take a  
break", accompanied by an audible signal.  
At a second alert level, when the driver is highly  
drowsy, the driver is warned by the message  
"Take a break", accompanied by a longer  
audible signal.  
Risk of undesirable operation  
The system should be deactivated in the  
following situations:  
– When a "space-saver" spare wheel is fitted.  
– When the vehicle is towed.  
– Driving on off-road.  
Driver Attention Warning  
– Driving on racing circuits.  
In certain driving conditions (poor road  
surface or strong winds), the system  
may give alerts independent of the driver's  
level of vigilance.  
Deactivation/Activation  
By default, the function is automatically  
activated at every engine start.  
The settings can be changed via the instrument  
panel menu, using the steering-mounted  
controls.  
The following situations may interfere  
with the operation of the system or  
Deactivation is confirmed by the  
illumination of this indicator lamp on the  
instrument panel.  
prevent it from working:  
– poor visibility (e.g. inadequate street  
lighting, heavy rain, thick fog, snowfall).  
– dazzle (e.g. headlamps of an oncoming  
vehicle, low sun, reflections on a damp road,  
leaving a tunnel, alternating shade and light).  
– windscreen area located in front of the  
camera (e.g. dirty, misted, frost-covered,  
The system assesses the driver's level of  
alertness, fatigue and distraction by  
identifying changes in driver's steering patterns.  
To do this, the system monitores the steering  
movements based in the driver input.  
Malfunction  
In the event of a malfunction, this  
warning lamp lights up on the  
instrument panel.  
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Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
of involuntary lane departure or crossing of a  
verge or hard shoulder (depending on version).  
To do this, the system uses a camera, placed on  
the upper part of the windscreen, identifying  
the lane markings on the ground and the side  
of the road (depending on version).  
This warning lamp lights up on the  
instrument panel with the message  
"Driving Assistance Sensor blind: Clean  
sensor" if the sensor is masked.  
This is a normal behavior, which does not  
request the support of a qualified workshop.  
In this case, stop the vehicle and verify if the  
front camera is covered by dirt, mud, sand,  
snow, ice or anything preventing the sensing.  
The system is operational again after the  
detection field has been cleaned.  
Detection  
This system is particularly useful on  
motorways and main roads.  
If an unexpected change of direction is  
detected, this warning lamp flashes in  
the instrument panel accompanied by an  
audible signal.  
No warning is transmitted while the direction  
indicator is activated and for approximately  
20 seconds after the direction indicator is  
switched off.  
Operating conditions  
Lane departure warning  
For more information, refer to the  
General recommendations on the use  
of driving and manoeuvring aids.  
– Vehicle speed between 37 and 109 mph (60  
and 175 km/h).  
Malfunction  
In the event of a malfunction, this  
warning lamp comes on on the  
instrument panel, accompanied by the display  
of a message and an audible signal.  
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop.  
– Road marked with a central dividing line.  
– Steering wheel held with both hands.  
– Direction indicators off upon activation of  
the system.  
This system, using a camera which recognises  
solid or broken lines, detects the involuntary  
crossing of longitudinal traffic lane markings on  
the ground.  
If the driver's attention drops and the speed  
is higher than 37 mph (60 km/h), the system  
triggers a warning if there is an unexpected  
change of direction.  
– ESC system activated and operational.  
The system helps the driver only if  
there is a risk of the vehicle  
Lane keeping assist  
For more information, refer to the  
General recommendations on the use  
of driving and manoeuvring aids.  
unintentionally wandering from the lane it is  
being driven in. It does not manage the safe  
driving distance, vehicle speed or braking.  
The driver must hold the steering wheel  
with both hands so that they can maintain  
control when the conditions no longer allow  
the system to intervene (e.g. in the event  
This system is particularly useful on motorways  
and main roads.  
The system corrects the vehicle's trajectory by  
alerting the driver as soon as it detects a risk  
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The driver can prevent the correction  
by firmly holding the steering wheel  
(e.g. during an emergency manoeuvre).  
The correction is interrupted immediately if  
the direction indicators are operated.  
that the central dividing line marking on the  
road surface disappears).  
correction necessary to restore the vehicle to  
its original lane.  
The driver will notice a turning movement of  
the steering wheel.  
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Operation  
This warning lamp flashes during  
trajectory correction.  
As soon as the system identifies a risk of  
involuntarily crossing one of the lane markings  
detected on the ground or a lane boundary  
(e.g. grass verge), it performs the trajectory  
While the direction indicators are activated and  
for a few seconds after switching them off, the  
system considers that a change of trajectory  
is intentional and no correction is triggered  
during this period.  
Driving situations and related alerts  
The table below describes the alerts and messages displayed in different driving situations.  
The actual order of display of these alerts may be different.  
Function status  
OFF  
Display  
Comments  
Function deactivated.  
ON  
None.  
System active, conditions not met:  
– Speed below 37 mph (60 km/h).  
– No lane marking recognised.  
– ESC operation triggered.  
– Dynamic driving style.  
ON  
ON  
Automatic deactivation/standby of the function (e.g. detection of a trailer, use of the  
"space-saver" type spare wheel supplied with the vehicle, failure).  
None.  
Lane marking detected.  
Speed above 37 mph (60 km/h).  
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Function status  
ON  
Display  
Comments  
The system corrects the trajectory on the side where the risk of line crossing is  
detected. The driver's hands are on the steering wheel.  
ON  
If, while correcting the trajectory, the system determines that the correction will not be  
enough and that a solid line will be crossed: the driver is warned that they must provide  
additional trajectory adjustment.  
If a trajectory correction lasts more than 10 seconds, the driver is warned with an  
audible warning accompanied by a message. If the driver is still unable to keep the  
vehicle in the lane, the correction interrupts after a short time.  
If the steering wheel is not held properly, an audible warning sounds, accompanied by  
a message, until the trajectory correction is completed or the driver has grasped the  
steering wheel correctly.  
"Make sure you stay in the  
lane"  
The duration of audible warnings will increase if multiple corrections are performed  
in quick succession. The warning will become continuous, persisting until the driver  
responds.  
– Crossing the inside line on a bend.  
– Close proximity to the vehicle in front  
(lane markings may not be detected).  
– Roads that are narrow, winding.  
Operating limits  
– Driving on a tight bend.  
– Driving on hilly roads.  
– Inactivity by the driver detected during  
correction.  
The system goes into standby automatically in  
the following cases:  
– ESC deactivated or operation triggered.  
– Speed below 37 mph (60 km/h) or greater  
than 109 mph (175 km/h).  
– Electrical connection to a trailer.  
– Use of a "space-saver" spare wheel detected  
(as detection is not immediate, deactivation of  
the system is recommended).  
– Dynamic driving style detected, pressure on  
the brake or accelerator pedal.  
– Driving over lane markings.  
Risk of undesirable operation  
The system should be deactivated in the  
following situations:  
– When changing a wheel or working near a  
wheel.  
– Towing or with a bicycle carrier on a towing  
device, especially with trailer not plugged in or  
not approved.  
The following situations may interfere  
with the operation of the system or  
prevent it from working:  
– Insufficient contrast between the road  
surface and the verge or hard shoulder  
(e.g. shade).  
– Lane markings worn, hidden (e.g. snow,  
mud) or multiple (e.g. roadworks).  
– Road in poor condition, unstable or with very  
poor grip (risk of aquaplaning, snow, ice).  
– Activation of the direction indicators.  
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– Adverse weather conditions.  
– Driving on racing circuits.  
– Driving on a rolling road.  
This is a normal behavior, which does not  
request the support of a qualified workshop.  
In this case, stop the vehicle and verify if the  
front camera is covered by dirt, mud, sand,  
snow, ice or anything preventing the sensing.  
The system is operational again after the  
detection field has been cleaned.  
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Deactivation/Activation  
Due to legal requirements, the system is  
automatically activated at every engine start.  
A warning lamp appears in the door mirror on  
the side in question:  
Blind spot monitoring  
For more information, refer to the  
General recommendations on the use  
of driving and manoeuvring aids.  
– fixed, immediately, when being overtaken.  
– flashing, after a delay of about one second,  
when overtaking a vehicle slowly, and when the  
direction indicator is used.  
Activation/Deactivation  
The settings are changed via the instrument  
panel menu, using the steering-mounted  
controls.  
When starting the vehicle, the warning lamp  
comes on in each mirror to indicate that the  
system is activated.  
►ꢀ Press the dashboard button to deactivate/  
reactivate the system at any time.  
Deactivation is confirmed by the illumination of  
the button indicator lamp, accompanied by the  
display of a message on the instrument panel.  
The status of the system is memorised when  
the ignition is switched off.  
Malfunction  
In the event of a malfunction, the  
warning lamp lights up on the  
instrument panel.  
The system is automatically  
deactivated when towing with a  
towing device approved by CITROËN.  
This system warns the driver of a potential  
danger posed by the presence of another  
vehicle (car, lorry, motorcycle) in the vehicle's  
blind spots (areas hidden from the driver's field  
of vision) using sensors located on the sides of  
the bumpers.  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
This warning lamp lights up on the  
instrument panel with the message  
"Driving Assistance Sensor blind: Clean  
sensor" if the sensor is masked.  
Operating conditions  
– All vehicles are moving in the same direction  
and in adjacent lanes.  
– When overtaking a vehicle, the speed  
difference is less than 6 mph (10 km/h).  
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– When overtaken by a vehicle, the speed  
difference is less than 16 mph (25 km/h).  
– Traffic is flowing normally.  
– Overtaking a vehicle over a certain period of  
time and the vehicle being overtaken remains in  
the blind spot.  
– You are driving on a straight or slightly curved  
road.  
– Your vehicle is not pulling a trailer, a caravan,  
etc.  
instrument panel, accompanied by the display  
of a message.  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
The system may be temporarily  
disturbed by certain weather  
conditions (e.g. rain, hail).  
In particular, driving on a wet road or going  
from a dry to a wet area can cause false  
alerts (e.g. presence of a cloud of water  
droplets in the blind spot interpreted as a  
vehicle).  
Operating limits  
In bad or wintry weather, ensure that the  
sensors are not covered by mud, ice or snow.  
Take care not to cover the warning zone in  
the door mirrors, or the detection zones on  
the front and rear bumpers with adhesive  
labels or other objects; they may hamper  
correct operation of the system.  
No alert is triggered in the following conditions:  
– presence of stationary objects (e.g. parked  
vehicles, safety rails, lampposts, signs).  
– vehicles travelling in the opposite direction.  
– on winding roads or in case of sharp turns.  
– when overtaking or being overtaken by a  
very long vehicle (e.g. truck, bus), which is  
both detected in a blind spot from behind and  
present in the driver's field of vision from the  
front.  
Parking sensors  
For more information, refer to the  
General recommendations on the use  
of driving and manoeuvring aids.  
– quick overtaking manoeuvre.  
– very heavy traffic: vehicles detected in front  
and behind are confused with a lorry or a  
stationary object.  
Malfunction  
If the event of a malfunction, this  
warning lamp lights up on the  
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When the distance between the vehicle and  
the obstacle becomes less than about thirty-  
five centimetres, the audible signal becomes  
continuous.  
The sound is emitted by the buzzer of the  
instrument panel.  
The audible signal is automatically suspended  
when the vehicle is stationary for a few  
seconds.  
The audible signal is automatically restored  
when the vehicle approaches again the  
obstacle.  
For versions without touch screen,  
only this warning lamp flashes on the  
instrument panel.  
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Front parking sensors  
Supplementing the rear parking sensors, the  
front parking sensors are triggered when an  
obstacle is detected in front and the speed of  
the vehicle is below 6 mph (10 km/h).  
Front parking sensor operation is suspended if  
the vehicle stops for more than three seconds  
in forward gear, if an obstacle is no longer  
detected or the vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph  
(10 km/h).  
This system detects and signals the proximity  
of obstacles (e.g. pedestrian, vehicle, tree,  
barrier) using sensors located in the bumper.  
Rear parking sensors  
System startup is available when reverse gear is  
engaged.  
Visual assistance  
It is indicated by an audible confirmation signal  
and a display indication.  
If no audible signal is given, the display  
indication is not shown or a warning message  
appears, the system has a failure.  
The sound emitted by the speaker  
(front or rear) locates the obstacle  
relative to the vehicle, whether in front of or  
behind it on its path.  
Audible assistance  
Deactivation/Activation  
This supplements the audible signal, without  
taking account of the vehicle's trajectory, by  
displaying bars on the screen whose location  
represents the distance between the obstacle  
and the vehicle (green: more distant, yellow:  
distant, orange: close, red: very close).  
This warning lamp flashes during  
(Depending on country of sale)  
By default, the audible signal is automatically  
activated at each time the reverse gear is  
engaged.  
The system cannot be manually  
deactivated.  
The system signals the presence of obstacles  
which are within the sensors’ detection zone .  
The proximity information is given by an  
intermittent audible signal, the frequency of  
which increases as the vehicle approaches the  
obstacle.  
obstacle detection on the instrument  
panel.  
The rear parking sensors system will be  
deactivated automatically if a trailer or  
bicycle carrier is connected to a towing  
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device installed in accordance with the  
Manufacturer's recommendations.  
The blue lines 1 indicate the general direction of  
the vehicle (the gap corresponds to the width  
of your vehicle including the mirrors).  
The red line 2 represents a distance of about  
30 cm beyond the edge of your vehicle's rear  
bumper.  
The green lines 3 represent distances of about 1  
and 2 metres beyond the edge of your vehicle's  
rear bumper.  
Reversing camera  
For more information, refer to the  
General recommendations on the use  
of driving and manoeuvring aids.  
Operating limits  
If the boot is heavily loaded, the vehicle may  
tilt, affecting distance measurements.  
In case of a gearbox failure, the system is not  
active, when the reverse gear is engaged.  
It is normal to have a part of the number plate  
showing at the bottom of the screen.  
Malfunction  
In case of display or buzzer  
malfunction (e.g. frozen image, black  
screen), the system may be disturbed or  
unavailable.  
Clean the reversing camera regularly  
using a soft, dry cloth.  
In the event of a sensor  
malfunction, these warning lamps  
light up on the instrument panel, accompanied  
by the display of a message and an audible  
signal.  
The reversing camera is activated automatically  
when reverse gear is engaged.  
The image is displayed on the touch screen.  
In the event of any other malfunction,  
this warning lamp lights up on the  
instrument panel, accompanied by the display  
of a message.  
The reversing camera function may be  
supplemented by the parking sensors.  
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
If the front/rear sensors are covered by  
dirt, mud, sand, snow, ice or anything  
preventing the sensing, stop the vehicle.  
The system is operational again after the  
detection field has been cleaned.  
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