Driving
►ꢀ 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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