Get Driving Guide for Citroen C3 SUV Second Generation (2009-2016)

Driving

A few driving recommendations

observe the driving regulations at all times and

remain vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.

Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your

hands on the wheel so that you are ready to

react at any time to any eventuality.

If you are obliged to drive through water:

Important!

Never drive with the parking brake

applied - Risk of overheating and

damage to the braking system!

Do not park or run the engine when

stationary in areas where inflammable

substances and materials (dry grass,

dead leaves...) might come into contact

with the hot exhaust system - Risk

of fire!

On a long journey, a break every two hours is

strongly recommended.

In difficult weather, drive smoothly, anticipate

the need to brake and increase the distance

from other vehicles.

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check that the depth of water does not

exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves

that might be generated by other users,

deactivate the Stop & Start system,

drive as slowly as possible without stalling.

In all cases, do not exceed 6 mph

(10 km/h),

-

Driving on flooded roads

never leave a vehicle unsupervised

with the engine running. If you have

to leave your vehicle with the engine

running, apply the parking brake

and put the gearbox into neutral or

position N or P, depending on the type

of gearbox.

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do not stop and do not switch off the

engine.

We strongly advise against driving on flooded

roads, as this could cause serious damage

to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the

electrical systems of your vehicle.

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on leaving the flooded road, as soon as

circumstances allow, make several light brake

applications to dry the brake discs and pads.

If in doubt on the state of your vehicle, contact

a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Starting-switching off the engine

Anti-theft protection

Ignition switch

Electronic engine immobiliser

Ignition on

The key contains an electronic chip which has

a special code. When the ignition is switched

on, this code must be recognised in order for

starting to be possible.

This electronic engine immobiliser locks the

engine management system a few minutes

after the ignition is switched off and prevents

starting of the engine by anyone who does not

have the key.

In this position the vehicle's electrical

equipment can be used or accessories

charged.

When the state of charge of the battery

drops to a reserve level, the system goes into

energy economy mode: the power supply is

automatically cut off to preserve the state of

charge of the battery.

It has 3 positions:

In the event of a fault, you are

informed by illumination of this

warning lamp, an audible signal and

a message in the screen.

avoid attaching heavy objects to the

key, which would weigh down on its

blade in the ignition switch and could

cause a malfunction.

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Position 1: Stop

Position 2: Ignition on

Position 3: Starting

In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact

a CITRoËn dealer as soon as possible.

Keep safely, away from your vehicle, the label

attached to the keys given to you on acquisition

of the vehicle.

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Starting the engine

F

apply the parking brake.

F

With a diesel engine, turn the key to

position 2, ignition on, to operate the

engine preheating system.

In temperate conditions, do not

With a manual gearbox: place the lever in

neutral and fully depress the clutch pedal.

With an electronic gearbox: place the lever

at position N and press the brake pedal

firmly.

With an automatic gearbox: place the lever

at position P and press the brake pedal

firmly.

Insert the key in the ignition switch; the

system recognises the code.

Unlock the steering column by

simultaneously turning the steering and

the key.

warm the engine up with the vehicle

stationary, but move off straight away

and drive at moderate engine speeds.

F

Wait until this warning lamp goes off

in the instrument panel, then operate

the starter motor by turning the key to

position 3 until the engine starts, without

pressing the accelerator pedal. once

the engine starts, release the key.

never leave the engine running in

an enclosed area without adequate

ventilation: internal combustion

F

engines emit toxic exhaust gases,

such as carbon monoxide. Danger of

intoxication and death. In very severe

winter conditions (temperatures

below -23°C), it is necessary to allow

the engine to run for 4 minutes before

setting off, in order to ensure the

correct operation and durability of

the mechanical components of your

vehicle, the engine and gearbox.

In wintry conditions, the warning lamp

will stay on longer. When the engine is

hot, it does not come on.

In some circumstances, you may have

to apply some force to turn the steering

wheel (wheels on lock for example).

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If the engine does not start straight

away, switch the ignition off. Wait a

few moments before trying again. If

the engine does not start after a few

attempts, do not keep trying: you risk

damaging the starter motor and the

engine. Call on a CITRoËn dealer or a

qualified workshop.

F

With a petrol engine, operate the starter

motor by turning the key to position 3 until

the engine starts, without pressing the

accelerator pedal. once the engine starts,

release the key.

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Switching the engine off

F

Immobilise the vehicle.

Energy economy mode

Key reminder

F

With the engine at idle, turn the key fully

towards you to position 1 (Stop).

Remove the key from the ignition switch.

To lock the steering column, turn the

steering wheel until it locks.

After switching off the engine (position 1 - Stop),

you can still use functions such as the audio

and telematic system, the wipers, dipped beam,

courtesy lamps, etc., for maximum cumulative

period of 30 minutes.

If the key is left in the ignition switch, an

audible signal sounds when the driver's

door is opened.

F

To facilitate unlocking of the steering

column, put the front wheels in the

straight ahead position before switching

the ignition off.

For more information, refer to the

"Energy economy mode" section.

F

Ensure that the parking brake is applied

correctly, particularly when on a slope.

Never switch the ignition off until the

vehicle has come to a complete stop

and the parking brake has been applied.

With the engine stopped, the braking and

steering assistance systems are also cut

off: risk of loss of control of the vehicle.

When you leave the vehicle, take the

key with you and lock the vehicle.

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Parking brake

6-speed manual

gearbox

Engaging 5^thor 6^thgear

Engaging reverse

gear

F

Move the lever fully to the right to

engage 5^thor 6^thgear.

Failure to follow this advice may cause

permanent damage to the gearbox

(engagement of 3^rdor 4^thgear by

mistake).

Applying

F

Pull the parking brake lever fully up to

immobilise your vehicle.

Releasing

F

Raise the ring under the knob and move

the gear lever to the left then forwards.

F

Pull the parking brake lever gently, press

the release button then lower the lever

fully.

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When the vehicle is being driven, if this

warning lamp and the STOP warning lamp

come on, accompanied by an audible

signal and a message in the multifunction

screen, this indicates that the parking brake

is still on or has not been properly released.

Only engage reverse gear when the

vehicle is stationary with the engine at idle.

as a safety precaution and to facilitate

starting of the engine:

When parking on a slope, direct your

wheels against the pavement, apply the

parking brake and engage a gear.

-

always select neutral,

-

press the clutch pedal.

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Electronic gearbox (ETG)

gearbox which offers a choice between the

comfort of automated operation or the pleasure

of manual gear changing.

Five or six-speed electronically controlled

Gear selector positions

Steering mounted controls

Two driving modes are offered:

-

automated mode for automatic control

of the gears by the gearbox, without any

action by the driver,

-

manual mode for the sequential changing

of the gears by the driver, using the gear

selector or the steering mounted control

paddles.

In automated mode, you can temporarily take

control of gear changes at any time, using the

steering mounted control paddles.

R. Reverse

With your foot on the brake, move the

selector forwards to select this position.

N. neutral.

With your foot on the brake, select this

position to start the engine.

A. automated mode.

+. Paddle to the right of the steering wheel for

F

changing up.

F

Press the back of the steering

mounted "+" paddle to change up a gear.

-. Paddle to the left of the steering wheel for

F

changing down.

F

Press the back of the steering

F

Move the selector backwards to select this

mounted "-" paddle to change down a gear.

mode.

M + / -. Manual mode with sequential gear

changing.

The steering mounted paddles do not

allow neutral to be selected, reverse

gear to be engaged or disengaged, or

the driving mode to be changed.

F

Move the selector backwards, then to the

left to select this mode, then:

push forwards to change up a gear,

or push backwards to change down a gear.

-

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Display in the instrument panel

Moving off

F

Select position N.

F

Select automated mode (position A),

manual mode (position M) or reverse

(position R).

Press the brake pedal fully.

Start the engine.

N appears in the instrument panel.

AUTO and 1, 1 or R appear in the

instrument panel.

F

Release the parking brake.

Progressively take your foot off the brake

pedal.

If the engine does not start:

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If N is flashing in the instrument

panel, move the gear selector to

position A, then to position N.

N. neutral

R. Reverse

1 2 3 4 5 / 6. Gears in manual mode.

AUTO. This comes on when automated mode

is selected. It goes off when changing

to manual mode.

depending on the type of electronic

gearbox, the vehicle may move off on

its own.

For more information, refer to the

"Creep function" section.

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If this warning lamp comes on,

accompanied by an audible

signal and the display of a

message, press firmly on the

brake pedal.

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F

Accelerate away.

do not press the brake and clutch

pedals simultaneously. This can cause

rapid clutch wear.

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Automated mode

F

Select position A.

AUTO and the gear engaged appear

in the instrument panel.

Creep function

(depending on equipment)

Temporary control of gear

changing

You can temporarily take over control of gear

changes using the steering mounted "+" and "-"

control paddles: if the engine speed allows, the

gear change is carried out.

This function allows you to anticipate certain

situations such as overtaking another vehicle or

approaching a bend.

After a few moments without any action on the

paddles, the gearbox resumes control of gear

changing automatically.

This function allows the vehicle to be

manoeuvred more easily at low speeds (when

parking, in traffic jams...).

With the gear selector in position A, M or R,

the vehicle moves as soon as you take your

foot off the brake pedal, at low speed and

with the engine at idle.

The gearbox then operates in auto-adaptive

mode, without any action on the part of the

driver. It continuously selects the most suitable

gear taking account of:

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optimisation of fuel consumption,

driving style,

road conditions,

vehicle load.

For optimum acceleration, when overtaking

another vehicle for example, press the

accelerator pedal fully down, beyond the point

of resistance.

do not leave children unsupervised

inside the vehicle when the engine is

running.

The creep function may be temporarily

unavailable if the clutch temperature is

too high or the slope too steep.

You can change mode at any time by

moving the gear selector from A to M or

the other way round.

Never select neutral (position N) when

moving.

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Manual mode

Reverse

Stopping the vehicle

To engage reverse, the vehicle must be

Before switching off the engine:

F

Select position M.

immobilised with your foot on the brake.

-

change to position N to be in neutral,

F

Select position R.

or

-

leave the vehicle in gear; in this case the

vehicle cannot be moved.

The gears engaged appear in succession in the

instrument panel.

The gear change requests are only carried out

if the engine speed permits.

There is an audible signal on

engagement of reverse.

It is not necessary to release the accelerator

pedal during gear changes.

When braking or slowing down, the gearbox

changes down automatically so that the vehicle

picks up in the right gear.

Under full acceleration, the change up will not

take place unless the driver operates the gear

selector or steering mounted control paddle

(unless the engine is close to its maximum

speed).

For all parking situations, you must

apply the parking brake to immobilise

the vehicle.

At low speed, if reverse gear is requested,

the N warning lamp flashes and the gearbox

goes into neutral automatically.

To engage reverse, put the gear selector into

position N, then to position R.

When immobilising the vehicle with the

engine running, you must put the gear

selector into the neutral (position N).

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before doing anything under the

bonnet, ensure that the gear selector

is in neutral (position N) and that the

parking brake is applied.

You can change mode at any time by

moving the gear selector from A to M or

the other way round.

Never select neutral (position N) when

moving.

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Reinitialisation

Operating fault

(5-speed electronic

With the ignition on, if this warning

gearbox)

lamp comes on and AUTO flashes,

accompanied by an audible signal

and a message in the multifunction

screen, this indicates a gearbox

fault.

Following disconnection of the battery, it is

necessary to reinitialise the gearbox.

In exceptional circumstances, the

gearbox may need an automatic

reinitialisation: starting and gear

changing are no longer possible.

F

Switch on the ignition.

AUTO and - - appear in the

instrument panel.

Have it checked by a CITRoËn

dealer or a qualified workshop.

AUTO and - - appear in the

instrument panel.

F

Select position N.

Press the brake pedal.

Wait for around 30 seconds until N or a

gear appears in the instrument panel.

Move the gear selector to position A, then

to position N.

With your foot still on the brake pedal, start

the engine.

Follow the procedure described above.

F

The gearbox is operational again.

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Automatic gearbox

Four-speed automatic gearbox which offers a

choice between the comfort of fully automatic

operation, enhanced by sport and snow

programmes, or manual gear changing.

Two driving modes are available:

Gear selection gate

Gear selector positions

-

automatic operation with electronic

management of the gears by the gearbox,

with a sport programme for a more

dynamic style of driving and a snow

programme to make driving easier when

grip is poor.

-

manual operation for sequential changing

of the gears by the driver.

1. Gear selector knob.

2. button "S" (sport).

3. button "T" (snow).

P. Park.

-

Immobilisation of the vehicle, parking brake

on or off.

-

Starting the engine.

R. Reverse.

Reversing manoeuvres, vehicle stationary,

engine at idle.

N. neutral.

-

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-

Immobilisation of the vehicle, parking brake

on.

-

Starting the engine.

D. automatic operation.

M + / -. Manual operation with sequential

changing of the four gears.

F

Push forwards to change up through the

gears.

or

Pull backwards to change down through

the gears.

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Driving

Displays in the instrument panel Moving off

F

apply the parking brake.

Select position P or N.

Start the engine.

When the engine is running at idle, with

the brakes released, if position R, D

or M is selected, the vehicle moves

even without the accelerator being

pressed.

When the engine is running, never

leave children in the vehicle without

supervision.

If this procedure is not followed, there is an

audible signal, accompanied by the display of

an warning message.

F

With the engine running, press the brake

pedal.

Release the parking brake.

Select position R, D or M.

Gradually release the brake pedal.

F

When carrying out maintenance with

the engine running, apply the parking

brake and select position P.

The vehicle moves off immediately.

When you move the selector in the gate to

select a position, the corresponding indicator is

displayed in the instrument panel.

P. Park

If position N is selected inadvertently

while driving, allow the engine to

return to idle then select position D to

accelerate.

R. Reverse

N. neutral

D. Drive (Automatic driving)

S. Sport programme

If the ambient temperature is

below -23°C, the engine should be left

at idle for four minutes, to ensure the

correct operation and life of the engine

and gearbox.

T. Snow programme

1 2 3 4. Gears engaged during manual

operation

-. Invalid value during manual operation

Foot on brake

F

Press the brake pedal when this

indicator lamp is displayed in the

instrument panel (e.g.: starting

the engine).

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Automatic operation

Sport and snow programmes Return to standard

These two special programmes supplement the

automatic operation

F

Select position D for automatic changing

of the four gears.

automatic operation in very specific conditions

of use.

F

at any time, press the button selected

again to quit the programme engaged and

return to auto-adaptive mode.

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 style of driving,

the profile of the road and the load in the

vehicle.

Sport programme "S"

F

Press button "S", after starting the engine.

The gearbox automatically favours a dynamic

For maximum acceleration without touching

the selector, press the accelerator pedal down

fully (kick down). The gearbox changes down

automatically or maintains the gear selected

until the maximum engine speed is reached.

On braking, the gearbox changes down

automatically to provide efficient engine

braking.

style of driving.

S appears in the instrument panel.

Snow programme "T"

If you release the accelerator sharply, the

gearbox will not change to a higher gear for

safety reasons.

F

Press button "T", after starting the engine.

The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery

roads.

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This programme improves starting and drive

when traction is poor.

never select position N while the

vehicle is moving.

T appears in the instrument panel.

never select positions P or R unless the

vehicle is completely stationary.

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Driving

Manual operation

Operating fault

F

Select position M for sequential changing

of the four gears.

Push the selector towards the + sign to

change up a gear.

Pull the selector towards the - sign to

change down a gear.

Invalid value during manual

operation

When the ignition is on, the lighting

of this warning lamp, accompanied

by an audible signal and a message in the

multifunction screen, indicates a gearbox fault.

In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up

mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel

a substantial knock when changing from P

to R and from N to R. This will not cause any

damage to the gearbox.

Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed

restrictions permitting.

Contact a CITRoËn dealer or a qualified

workshop as soon as possible.

This symbol is displayed if a gear

is not engaged correctly (selector

between two positions).

It is only possible to change from one gear to

another if the vehicle speed and engine speed

permit; otherwise, the gearbox will operate

temporarily in automatic mode.

Stopping the vehicle

Before switching off the engine, you can

engage position P or N to place the gearbox in

neutral.

In both cases, apply the parking brake to

immobilise the vehicle.

D disappears and the gears

engaged appear in succession in the

instrument panel.

If the engine speed is too low or too high, the

gear selected flashes for a few seconds, then

the actual gear engaged is displayed.

It is possible to change from position D

(automatic) to position M (manual) at any time.

When the vehicle is stationary or moving

very slowly, the gearbox selects gear M1

automatically.

There is a risk of damage to the gearbox:

If the selector is not in position P,

when the driver's door is opened or

approximately 45 seconds after the

ignition is switched off, a warning

message appears in the screen.

-

if you press the accelerator and

brake pedals at the same time,

if you force the movement of the

selector from the P position to

another position when the battery

is flat.

-

F

Return the selector to position P;

the message disappears.

The sport and snow programmes do not

operate in manual mode.

When driving on flooded roads or when

crossing a ford, proceed at walking

pace.

To reduce fuel consumption when at

a prolonged standstill with the engine

running (traffic jam...), put the selector

in the N position and apply the parking

brake.

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Driving

Gear shift indicator*

System which reduces fuel consumption by advising the driver to change up.

Example:

With an electronic or automatic

gearbox, the system is only active in

manual mode.

In the case of driving which makes

-

You are in third gear.

particular demands on the performance

of the engine (firm pressure on the

accelerator pedal, for example, when

overtaking...), the system will not

recommend a gear change.

You press the accelerator pedal

moderately.

-

The system may suggest that you engage

a higher gear, if appropriate.

Operation

The system intervenes only when driving

The system never suggests:

-

engaging first gear,

engaging reverse gear,

engaging a lower gear.

economically.

depending on the driving situation and your

vehicle's equipment, the system may advise

you to skip one or more gears. You can

follow this instruction without engaging the

intermediate gears.

The gear engagement recommendations must

not be considered compulsory. In fact, the

configuration of the road, the amount of traffic

and safety remain determining factors when

choosing the best gear. Therefore, the driver

remains responsible for deciding whether or not

to follow the advice given by the system.

This function cannot be deactivated.

The information appears in the instrument

panel in the form of an arrow accompanied by

the suggested gear.

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* depending on engine.

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Stop & Start

The Stop & Start system puts the engine temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams, or other...). The

engine restarts automatically - START mode - as soon as you want to move off. The restart takes place instantly, quickly and silently.

Perfect for urban use, the Stop & Start system reduces fuel consumption and exhaust emissions as well as the noise level when stationary.

Operation

Going into engine STOP

Special cases: STOP mode not

available

For your comfort, during parking

manoeuvres, SToP mode is not

available for a few seconds after

coming out of reverse gear.

SToP mode does not affect the

functionality of the vehicle, such as for

example, braking, power steering...

mode

The "ECO" warning lamp comes

STOP mode is not invoked when:

on in the instrument panel and the

engine goes into standby:

-

the driver's door is open,

the driver's seat belt is not fastened,

the vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph

(10 km/h) since the last engine start using

the key,

-

with a manual gearbox, at speeds below

12 mph (20 km/h), when you put the gear

lever into neutral, and you release the

clutch pedal.

with a 5 or 6-speed electronic gearbox,

when stationary or at speeds below 5 mph

(8 km/h) (depending on version), when

you press the brake pedal or put the gear

selector in position N.

-

the engine is needed to maintain a

comfortable temperature in the passenger

compartment,

-

demisting is active,

Never refuel with the engine in STOP

mode; you must switch off the ignition

with the key.

-

some special conditions (battery charge,

engine temperature, braking assistance,

ambient temperature...) where the engine is

needed to assure control of a system.

a time counter calculates the sum

of the periods in SToP mode

during a journey. It rests itself

to zero every time the ignition is

switched on with the key.

The "ECO" warning lamp flashes for

a few seconds then goes off.

This operation is perfectly normal.

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Deactivation

Going into engine START

mode

Special cases: START invoked

automatically

For reasons of safety and for your comfort,

START mode is invoked automatically when:

The "ECO" warning lamp goes off

and the engine starts:

-

with a manual gearbox, when you

depress the clutch pedal,

with a 5-speed or 6-speed electronic

gearbox:

● gear selector in position A or M, when

you release the brake pedal,

● or gear selector in position N and the

brake pedal released, when you move

the gear selector to position A or M,

● or when you engage reverse gear.

-

you open the driver's door,

you unfasten the driver's seat belt,

the speed of the vehicle exceeds 7 mph

(11 km/h) with the electronic gearbox

system,

some special conditions (battery charge,

engine temperature, braking assistance,

ambient temperature...) where the engine is

needed for control of a system.

-

at any time, press the "ECO OFF" switch to

deactivate the system.

This is confirmed by the switch warning lamp

coming on accompanied by a message in the

screen.

The "ECO" warning lamp flashes for

a few seconds, then goes off.

If the system has been deactivated

in SToP mode, the engine restarts

immediately.

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This operation is perfectly normal.

With a manual gearbox in STOP mode,

if you engage a gear without fully

depressing the clutch pedal, a message

is displayed asking you to fully depress

the clutch pedal so that the engine can

restart.

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Reactivation

Operating fault

Maintenance

Press the "ECO OFF" switch again.

before doing anything under the

The system is active again; this is confirmed

by the switch warning lamp going off,

accompanied by a message in the screen.

bonnet, deactivate the Stop & Start

system to avoid any risk of injury

resulting from automatic operation of

STaRT mode.

This system requires a battery with a special

specification and technology (reference

numbers available from a CITRoËn dealer or a

qualified workshop).

The system is reactivated automatically

at every new start using the key.

Fitting a battery not listed by CITRoËn

introduces the risk of malfunction of the

system.

In the event of a fault with the system, the

"ECO OFF" switch warning lamp flashes then

comes on continuously.

Have it checked by a CITRoËn dealer or a

qualified workshop.

In the event of a fault in SToP mode, the

vehicle may stall. all of the instrument panel

warning lamps come on. It is then necessary

to switch off the ignition and start the engine

again using the key.

The Stop & Start system makes use

of advanced technology. All work

on this type of battery must be done

by a CITRoËn dealer or a qualified

workshop.

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Hill start assist

System which holds your vehicle temporarily

(approximately 2 seconds) when starting on a

slope, the time it takes to move your foot from

the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.

This function is only active when:

Operation

-

the vehicle is completely stationary, with

your foot on the brake pedal,

-

certain conditions on a slope are met,

with the driver’s door closed.

The hill start assist function cannot be

deactivated.

On an ascending slope, with the vehicle

stationary, the vehicle is held momentarily

when you release the brake pedal:

On a descending slope, with the vehicle

stationary and reverse gear engaged, the

vehicle is held momentarily when you

release the brake pedal.

-

provided you are in automated mode

(position A) or in manual mode (position M)

with an electronic gearbox.

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Operating fault

Do not leave the vehicle while it is being

held in the hill start assist phase.

If you need to leave the vehicle with

the engine running, manually apply

the parking brake then ensure that the

parking brake warning lamp is on (not

flashing) in the instrument panel.

If a malfunction of the system occurs, these

warning lamps come on. Contact a CITROËN

dealer or a qualified workshop to have the

system checked.

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Speed limiter

System which prevents the vehicle from

exceeding the speed programmed by the driver.

When the programmed speed limit is reached,

pressing the accelerator pedal in the normal

manner no longer has any effect.

Steering mounted controls

Displays in the instrument panel

The speed limiter is switched on manually:

it requires a programmed speed of at least

20 mph (30 km/h).

The speed limiter is switched off by manual

operation of the control.

The programmed speed can be exceeded

temporarily by pressing the accelerator firmly.

To return to the programmed speed, simply

slow down to a speed below the programmed

speed.

The controls of this system are grouped

together on stalk A.

1. Speed limiter mode selection thumb wheel.

2. Value decrease button.

The programmed information is grouped

together in the instrument panel screen.

5. Speed limiter on / off indication.

6. Speed limiter mode selection indication.

7. Programmed speed value.

3. Value increase button.

4. Speed limiter on / off button.

The programmed speed remains in the memory

when the ignition is switched off.

The speed limiter cannot, in any circumstances,

replace the need to respect speed limits, nor can it

replace the need for vigilance on the part of the driver.

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Programming

Operating fault

F

Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "LIMIT"

position: the speed limiter mode

is selected but is not switched on

(PAUSE).

In the event of a speed limiter fault, the speed

is cleared resulting in flashing of the dashes.

Have it checked by a CITRoËn dealer or a

qualified workshop.

You do not have to switch the speed limiter

on in order to set the speed.

F

Set the speed value by pressing button 2 or 3 (e.g.: 55 mph

(90 km/h)).

You can then change the programmed speed using buttons 2 and 3:

-

by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = short press,

-

by + or - 5 mph (km/h) = long press,

-

F

in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.

Switch the speed limiter on by pressing button 4.

Switch the speed limiter off by pressing button 4: the display

confirms that it has been switched off (PAUSE).

Switch the speed limiter back on by pressing button 4 again.

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 programmed speed.

To avoid any risk of jamming of the

pedals:

F

Exceeding the programmed speed

Pressing the accelerator pedal to exceed the programmed speed will not have

any effect unless you press the pedal firmly past the point of resistance.

The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily and the programmed speed, which

is still displayed, flashes.

-

ensure that the mat is secured

correctly,

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-

do not fit one mat on top of another.

Returning to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or unintentional

deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the flashing of the

programmed speed.

Leaving limiter mode

F

Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "0" position: the speed limiter mode is

deselected. The display returns to the distance recorder.

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Cruise control

System which automatically maintains the

speed of the vehicle at the value programmed

by the driver, without any action on the

accelerator pedal.

Steering mounted controls

Displays in the instrument panel

The cruise control is switched on manually: it

requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph

(40 km/h), as well as the engagement of:

-

fourth gear on a manual gearbox,

second gear on a or automatic or electronic

gearbox, in sequential mode,

-

position A on an electronic gearbox or

position D on an automatic gearbox.

The controls of this system are grouped

together on stalk A.

1. Cruise control mode selection thumb

wheel.

2. Value decrease button.

3. Value increase button.

4. Cruise control off/resume button.

The programmed information is grouped

together in the instrument panel screen.

5. Cruise control off/resume indication.

6. Cruise control mode selection indication.

7. Programmed speed value.

The cruise control is switched off manually

or by pressing the brake or clutch pedal or on

triggering of the trajectory control systems for

safety reasons.

It is possible to exceed the programmed speed

temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.

To return to the programmed speed, simply

release the accelerator pedal.

The cruise control cannot, in any circumstances,

replace the need to respect speed limits, nor can it

replace the need for vigilance on the part of the driver.

Switching off the ignition cancels any

programmed speed value.

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Driving

Programming

Operating fault

F

Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "CRUISE"

position: the cruise control mode

is selected but is not switched on

(PAUSE).

In the event of a cruise control malfunction,

the speed is cleared resulting in flashing of the

dashes. Have it checked by a CITRoËn dealer

or a qualified workshop.

F

Set the programmed speed by

accelerating to the required speed, then

press button 2 or 3 (e.g.: 70 mph

(110 km/h)).

You can then change the programmed speed using buttons 2 and 3:

-

by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = short press,

by + or - 5 mph (km/h) = long press,

in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.

When the cruise control is switched on,

be careful if you maintain the pressure

on one of the programmed speed

changing buttons: this may result in a

very rapid change in the speed of your

vehicle.

F

Switch off the cruise control by pressing button 4: the screen

confirms that it has been switched off (PAUSE).

Switch the cruise control back on by pressing button 4 again.

do not use the cruise control on

slippery roads or in heavy traffic.

on a steep descent, the cruise control

will not be able to prevent the vehicle

from exceeding the programmed speed.

To avoid any risk of jamming of the

pedals:

Exceeding the programmed speed

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Intentional or unintentional exceeding of the programmed speed

results in flashing of this speed in the screen.

Return to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or

unintentional deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the

flashing of the speed.

-

ensure that the mat is secured

correctly,

-

never fit one mat on top of another.

Leaving cruise control mode

F

Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "0" position: the cruise control mode is

deselected. The display returns to the distance recorder.

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Rear parking sensors

located in the rear bumper.

System consisting of four proximity sensors,

Activation

The system is activated as soon as reverse

gear is engaged, accompanied by an audible

signal. The proximity information is given by:

This detects any obstacle (person, vehicle,

tree, gate, etc.) behind the vehicle, except

obstacles located just below the bumper.

On completion of the manoeuvre, when you

exit reverse gear, the system becomes inactive.

-

an audible signal, which becomes more

rapid as the vehicle approaches the

obstacle.

-

a graphic (according to version) in the

multifunction screen, with blocks which

become increasingly closer to the vehicle.

An object, such as a stake, a roadworks

cone or any other similar object may be

detected at the beginning of the manoeuvre,

but may no longer be detected when the

vehicle comes close to it.

The parking sensor system cannot in

any circumstances be a substitute for

vigilance on the part of the driver.

When the distance between the rear of the

vehicle and the obstacle is less than thirty

centimetres, the audible signal becomes

continuous and the "danger" symbol appears

in the multifunction screen.

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Programming

Operating faults

You can activate or deactivate the system by

means of the multifunction screen configuration

menu. The system state is memorised when

switching off the ignition.

For more information on access to the parking

sensors menu, refer to "Vehicle configuration"

or "Vehicle parameters" section for your

multifunction screen.

If there is an operating fault, when

reverse gear is engaged this

warning lamp comes on in the

instrument panel, accompanied

by an audible signal (short beep)

and a message in the multifunction

screen.

The system will be deactivated

In bad or wintry weather, ensure that

the sensors are not covered with mud,

frost or snow.

automatically when towing a trailer or

when a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle

fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier

recommended by CITROËN).

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Reversing camera

a reversing camera is activated automatically

when reverse gear is engaged.

The colour image is provided in the navigation

screen.

The space between the blue lines represents

the width of your vehicle except for the door

mirrors.

The blue lines represent the general direction

of the vehicle.

The red line represents a distance of about

30 cm beyond the edge of your vehicle's

rear bumper. The audible signal becomes

continuous from this limit.

The green lines represent distances of

about 1 and 2 metres beyond the edge of your

vehicle's rear bumper.

The reversing camera cannot in any

circumstances be a substitute for

vigilance on the part of the driver.

Clean the reversing camera regularly

using a soft, dry cloth.

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