Get Driving Guide for Citroen C4 Cactus SUV Second Generation (2018-2024)

Driving

Do not park the vehicle or leave the

engine running on a ﬂammable

surface (dry grass, dead leaves, etc.). The

exhaust system of your vehicle is very hot,

even several minutes after the engine stops.

Risk of ﬁre!

► check that the depth of water does not

exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves that

might be generated by other users,

Driving recommendations

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► 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.

► 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.

Never leave a 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 into

neutral or position N or P (depending on the

type of gearbox).

► Stop the vehicle to carry out operations that

require close attention (such as adjustments).

► During long trips, take a break every two

hours.

In case of towing

Never leave children inside the vehicle

unsupervised.

Important!

Driving with a trailer places greater

demands on the towing vehicle and

requires extra care from the driver.

Never leave the engine running in a

closed space without suﬃcient

ventilation. Internal combustion engines emit

toxic exhaust gases such as carbon

On ﬂooded roads

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.

Respect the maximum towable weights.

At altitude: reduce the maximum load by

10% per 1,000 metres of altitude; the density

of the air decreases with altitude and the

performance of the engine reduces.

monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death!

In 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).

New vehicle: do not pull a trailer before

having driven at least 620 miles (1,000

kilometres).

Never drive with the parking brake

applied. Risk of overheating and

damage to the braking system!

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.

If you are obliged to drive on a ﬂooded road:

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Before setting oﬀ

In all cases, pay attention to the coolant

temperature.

If this warning lamp and the STOP

warning lamp come on, stop the vehicle

and switch oﬀ the engine as soon as possible.

Starting / Switching oﬀ the

engine with the key

Nose weight

► Distribute the load in the trailer so that the

heaviest items are 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.

Key ignition switch

Brakes

Braking distances are increased when towing a

trailer. To avoid overheating of the brakes, the

use of engine braking is recommended.

Tyres

► Check the tyre pressures of the towing

vehicle and of the trailer, observing the

recommended pressures.

Side wind

Bear in mind the increased susceptibility to the

wind that the vehicle will have.

Lighting

It has 3 positions:

– 1. Stop: inserting and removing the key,

steering column locked.

► Check the electrical signalling on the trailer

and the headlamp beam height of your vehicle.

Anti-theft protection

If a genuine CITROËN towing device is

used, the rear parking sensors will be

deactivated automatically to avoid the audible

signal.

– 2. Ignition: steering column unlocked, ignition

on, Diesel preheating, engine running.

– 3. Starting.

Electronic immobiliser

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.

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.

When driving

Cooling

This electronic engine immobiliser locks the

engine management system a moment after

the ignition is switched oﬀ, and prevents

unauthorised engine starting.

In the event of a fault, you are informed

by illumination of this warning lamp, an

audible signal and a message in the screen.

In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact

a CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop as

soon as possible.

Towing a trailer uphill increases the temperature

of the coolant. The maximum towable load

depends on the gradient and the exterior

temperature. The cooling capacity of the fan

does not increase with engine speed.

Ignition on position

It allows the use of the vehicle's electric

equipment or portable devices to be charged.

Once the state of charge of the battery drops to

the reserve level, the system switches to energy

economy mode : the power supply is cut oﬀ

► Reduce speed and lower the engine speed,

so as to limit the heating-up.

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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.

automatically to preserve the remaining battery

charge.

Wait until this warning lamp goes oﬀ in the

instrument panel, then operate the starter

motor by turning the key to position 3 without

pressing the accelerator pedal, until the engine

starts. Once the engine starts, release the key.

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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 fully depress the

brake pedal.

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!

In wintry conditions, the warning lamp

may stay on for a longer period. When

the engine is hot, the warning lamp does not

come on.

► 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.

If the engine does not start straight away,

switch oﬀ the ignition. Wait a few

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.

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.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop.

In certain cases, you may have to apply

signiﬁcant force to move the steering

wheel (wheels on full lock, for example).

Energy economy mode

After the engine has stopped (position 1. Stop),

for a maximum combined duration of about thirty

minutes, you can still use functions such as the

audio and telematics system, courtesy lamps,

windscreen wipers, dipped beam headlamps,

etc.

► With a petrol engine, operate the starter

motor by turning the key to position 3 without

pressing the accelerator pedal, until the engine

starts. Once the engine starts, release the key.

In mild conditions, do not leave the

engine at idle to warm up but move oﬀ

straight away and drive at moderate speed.

With petrol engines, after a cold start,

preheating the catalytic converter can

cause noticeable engine vibrations for

anything up to 2 minutes while stationary with

the engine running (accelerated idle speed).

Switching oﬀ the engine

► Immobilise the vehicle.

► With the engine at idle, turn the key to

position 1.

For more information on Energy

economy mode, refer to the

corresponding section.

► With a Diesel engine, turn the key to position

2, ignition on, to operate the engine preheating

system.

► Remove the key from the ignition switch.

► To lock the steering column, turn the steering

wheel until it locks.

Key left in

When opening the driver's door, an alert

message is displayed, accompanied by an

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audible signal, to remind you that the key is

still in the ignition switch at position 1 (Stop).

If the key has been left in the ignition switch

at position 2 (Ignition on), the ignition will be

switched oﬀ automatically after one hour.

To switch the ignition back on, turn the key

to position 1 (Stop), then back to position 2

(Ignition on).

In some circumstances, a message indicates

that it is necessary to turn the steering wheel

while pressing the "START/STOP" button to

assist unlocking of the steering column.

Starting

With petrol engines, after a cold start,

preheating the catalytic converter can

cause noticeable engine vibrations for

anything up to 2 minutes while stationary with

the engine running (accelerated idle speed).

Starting / Switching oﬀ the

engine with Keyless Entry

and Starting

Switching oﬀ

► With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever

in neutral and fully depress the clutch pedal.

► With an automatic gearbox, select mode P

or N and press the brake pedal.

► Immobilise the vehicle, with the engine at

idle.

► With a manual gearbox, ideally put the gear

lever into neutral.

► With an automatic gearbox, ideally select

mode P or N.

► Press the "START/STOP" button..

In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn

the steering wheel to lock the steering column.

The electronic key must be present in the

passenger compartment.

If it is not detected, a message is displayed.

Move the electronic key so that the engine

can be started or switched oﬀ.

If there is still a problem, refer to the "Key

not detected - Back-up starting or Back-up

switch-oﬀ" section.

► Press the "START/STOP" button while

maintaining pressure on the pedal until the

engine starts.

For Diesel engines, when the temperature is

below zero and/or the engine is cold, starting will

only occur once the preheating warning lamp is

oﬀ.

If this warning lamp comes on after

pressing the "START/STOP" button:

► Keep the pedal fully depressed and do not

press the "START/STOP" button again until the

engine is running.

If the vehicle is not immobilised, the

engine will not switch oﬀ.

With the engine oﬀ, the braking and

steering assistance systems are also cut

oﬀ - risk of loss of control of the vehicle!

Never leave your vehicle with the

electronic key still inside.

If one of the starting conditions is not met, a

message is displayed.

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Back-up switch-oﬀ

Switching on the ignition

without starting the engine

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► Place and hold the remote control against the

reader.

If the electronic key is not detected or is no

longer in the recognition zone, a message

appears in the instrument panel when closing a

door or trying to switch oﬀ the engine.

► To conﬁrm the instruction to switch oﬀ the

engine, press the "START/STOP" button for

approximately 5 seconds.

In the event of a fault with the electronic key,

contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop.

With the electronic key in the passenger

compartment, pressing the “START/STOP”

button, without pressing any of the pedals,

allows the ignition to be switched on without

starting the engine (turning on the instrument

panel and accessories such as the audio system

and the lighting).

► With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever

in neutral then fully depress the clutch pedal.

► With an automatic gearbox, select mode P,

then fully depress the brake pedal.

► Press the “START/STOP” button.

The engine starts.

► Press this button again to switch oﬀ the

ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked.

Key not detected

Emergency switch-oﬀ

In the event of an emergency only, the engine

can be switched oﬀ without conditions (even

when driving).

► Press the "START/STOP" button for about

5 seconds.

Back-up starting

A back-up reader is ﬁtted underneath the

parking brake lever so that the engine can be

started if the system does not detect the key

in the recognition zone, or if the battery in the

electronic key is ﬂat.

In this case, the steering column locks as soon

as the vehicle stops.

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– press the clutch pedal.

Parking brake

6-speed manual gearbox

Release

Engaging 5^thor 6^thgear

Automatic gearbox (EAT6)

► Move the lever fully to the right to engage 5^th

or 6^thgear.

6-speed automatic gearbox which oﬀers a choice

between the comfort of automatic operation or

manual gear changing.

Failure to follow this advice may cause

permanent damage to the gearbox

(engagement of 3^rdor 4^thgear by mistake).

Two driving modes are available:

– Automatic operation for electronic

management of the gears by the gearbox:

• With the Sport programme for a more

dynamic driving style.

Engaging reverse gear

► 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.

– Manual operation for sequential changing of

the gears by the driver.

Gear selector module

Application

► Pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise

the vehicle.

► Raise the ring under the knob and move the

gear lever to the left then forwards.

When parking on a slope, turn the

wheels against the kerb, apply the

parking brake, engage a gear and switch oﬀ

the ignition.

1.

P.

Sport programme

Parking

Only engage reverse gear when the

vehicle is stationary with the engine at

idle.

– Vehicle immobilised, parking brake

applied or released.

– Starting the engine.

Reverse gear

– Reversing manoeuvres, vehicle

stationary, engine at idle.

R.

As a safety precaution and to facilitate

starting the engine:

– always select neutral,

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gear according to the driving style, the road

► Start the engine.

N.

Neutral

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If the conditions are not met, you will hear an

audible signal, accompanied by the display of a

message.

► With the engine running, press the brake

pedal.

► Release the parking brake.

► Select position R, D or M.

► Gradually release the brake pedal.

The vehicle moves oﬀ immediately.

proﬁle and the load in the vehicle.

– Vehicle immobilised, parking brake

applied.

– Starting the engine.

Automatic operation

Manual operation

► To move up / down through the

gears, move backwards / forwards.

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.

If you release the accelerator sharply, the

gearbox will not shift to a higher gear for safety

reasons.

D.

M. + / -

Information displayed on

the instrument panel

When a position is selected in the grate 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.

Never select position N while the vehicle

is moving.

Never select positions P or R unless the

vehicle is completely stationary.

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.

P.

Park

Reverse

Neutral

Drive (automatic operation)

Sport programme

R.

N.

D.

S.

"Sport" programme

This special programme supplements the

automatic operation in speciﬁc conditions of use.

1...6. Gear engaged during manual operation

-.

Instruction not processed in manual

operation

"Sport"

► Press this button, once the engine has

started.

"S" appears on the instrument panel.

The gearbox automatically favours a dynamic

style of driving.

Foot on the brake

Automatic operation

► Select position D for automatic changing of

the six gears.

► Depress the brake pedal when this

warning lamp is displayed on the

instrument panel (e.g. when starting the engine).

The gearbox then operates in auto-adaptive

mode, without any intervention on the part of the

driver. It continuously selects the most suitable

Return to automatic operation

Starting the vehicle

► At any time, press the selected button again

to quit the activated programme and return to

auto-adaptive mode.

► With your foot on the brake pedal,

select position P or N.

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With an automatic gearbox, never try to

start the engine by pushing the vehicle.

Manual operation

Switching oﬀ the vehicle

Before switching oﬀ the engine, it is possible to

engage position P or N to place the gearbox in

neutral.

In both cases, apply the parking brake to

immobilise the vehicle.

To limit fuel consumption during an

extended standstill with the engine

running (for example, in a traﬃc jam), set the

gear selector to N and apply the parking

brake.

Gear eﬃciency indicator

(Depending on engine.)

This system helps reduce fuel consumption by

recommending the most appropriate gear.

If the gear selector is not in position P,

when the driver's door is opened or

approximately 45 seconds after the ignition is

switched oﬀ, an audible signal sounds and a

message appears.

► Selecting position M enables sequential

shifting between the six gears.

Operation

Depending on the driving situation and the

vehicle's equipment, the system may advise to

skip one or more gears.

Gear shift recommendations should not be

considered compulsory. In fact, the road layout,

the traﬃc density and safety remain the deciding

factors when choosing the best gear. The driver

therefore remains responsible for deciding

whether or not to follow the indications issued by

the system.

► Push backwards to shift up a gear.

► Push forwards to shift down a gear.

The gearbox only changes gear if the road

speed and engine speed permit; apart from

this condition, the rules for automatic operation

temporarily apply.

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

gearactually activated is displayed.

It is possible to change from position D to

position M at any time.

► Return the gear selector to P; the audible

signal stops and the message disappears.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, this warning

lamp comes on 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 3^rdgear. You may feel a

signiﬁcant jolt (without risk for the gearbox) while

changing from P to R and from N to R.

Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h), local speed

restrictions permitting.

This function cannot be deactivated.

On certain BlueHDi Diesel versions with

manual gearbox, the system may suggest

changing into neutral (N is displayed in the

instrument panel) so that the engine can go into

standby (STOP mode with Stop & Start), in

certain driving conditions.

When the vehicle is stationary or moving

very slowly, the gearbox selects gear M1

automatically.

The Sport programme is inactive in manual

operation.

Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer

or a qualiﬁed workshop.

This symbol is displayed if a gear is not

engaged correctly (gear selector between

two positions).

There is a risk of damaging the gearbox:

– If the accelerator and brake pedals are

pressed simultaneously.

– In the event of a battery failure, forcing the

selector from position P to another position.

The system is only active on vehicles

ﬁtted with a manual gearbox.

The information appears in the instrument

panel in the form of an arrow.

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The system adapts its gear shift

recommendation according to the driving

conditions (slope, load, etc.) and the driver’s

requirements (request for power, acceleration,

braking, etc.).

lamp P in the electric parking brake control

lever are on ﬁxed.

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The hill start assist function cannot be

deactivated. However, use of the parking

brake to immobilise the vehicle interrupts its

operation.

The system never suggests:

– engaging ﬁrst gear.

– engaging a lower gear.

– engaging reverse.

Operation

Facing downhill, with the vehicle stationary

and reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held

for a short time when you release the brake

pedal.

With a manual gearbox, the arrow may

be accompanied by the recommended

gear. The system always suggests changing

to a higher gear when this is necessary.

Malfunction

This warning lamp comes on in the event

of a malfunction, accompanied by an

onscreen message.

Hill start assist

This system keeps your 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.

This system is only active when:

– the vehicle is completely stationary, with your

foot on the brake pedal,

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop to have the system checked.

Facing uphill, with the vehicle stationary,

the vehicle is held for a short time when you

release the brake pedal:

– provided you are in ﬁrst gear or neutral with a

manual gearbox.

Tyre under-inﬂation

detection

This system automatically checks the pressures

of the tyres while driving.

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.

– provided you are in mode D or M with an

automatic gearbox.

– 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. After that, ensure that the

parking brake indicator lamp and the indicator

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The system triggers an alert as soon as it

detects a drop in the inﬂation pressure of one or

more tyres.

Snow chains

Reinitialisation

Reinitialise the system after adjusting one or

more tyre pressures and after changing one or

more wheels.

The system does not have to be

reinitialised after ﬁtting or removing snow

chains.

Under-inﬂation detection does not

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) as well as before a long

journey.

Driving with under-inﬂated tyres, particularly

in adverse conditions (heavy load, high

speed, long journey):

Spare wheel

The steel spare wheel does not have an

under-inﬂation detection sensor.

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.

Under-inﬂation alert

This is signalled by the ﬁxed illumination

of this warning lamp, accompanied by an

audible signal and the display of a message.

► Reduce speed immediately, avoid excessive

steering movements and avoid sudden braking.

► Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do

so.

– worsens road-holding.

– lengthens braking distances.

– causes premature wear of the tyres.

– increases fuel consumption.

With the vehicle stationary, the system is

reinitialised via the Driving /

Vehicle touch screen menu.

The loss of pressure detected does not

always cause visible bulging of the tyre.

Do not rely on just a visual check.

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.

Malfunction

► Using a compressor, such as the one in

the temporary puncture repair kit, check the

pressures of the four tyres when cold.

► If it is not possible to make 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).

These warning lamps come on in

the event of a malfunction.

Checking tyre pressures

This check should be done when the

tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped for 1 hour or

after a journey of less than 6 miles (10 km) at

moderate speeds).

In this case, the tyre under-inﬂation monitoring

function is no longer performed.

Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer

or a qualiﬁed workshop.

Otherwise, add 0.3 bar to the pressures

shown on the label.

The alert is kept active until the system is

reinitialised.

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– With a manual gearbox: at a speed below

any risk of injury caused by the engine

restarting automatically.

Stop & Start

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2 mph (3 km/h) or with the vehicle stationary

(depending on version), with the gear lever in

neutral and the clutch pedal released,

– With an automatic gearbox: at a speed

below 2 mph (3 km/h) or with the vehicle

stationary (depending on version), with the

gear selector in position, N or the brake pedal

depressed.

The Stop & Start function puts the engine

temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during

phases when the vehicle is stopped (red lights,

queues, etc.). The engine restarts automatically

- START mode - as soon as the driver wishes to

move oﬀ again.

Driving on ﬂooded roads

Primarily designed for urban use, the function

is intended to reduce fuel consumption and

exhaust emissions as well as the noise level

when stationary.

The function does not aﬀect the functionalities of

the vehicle, in particular the braking.

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.

Special cases:

Deactivation/Reactivation

Operation

Main conditions for operation

The engine will not go into standby if all of 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 (with the key or the

“START/STOP” button).

– Needed to maintain a comfortable temperature

in the passenger compartment.

– Demisting active.

The function is activated by default when the

ignition is switched on.

It is set via the Driving / Vehicle touch

screen menu.

A message in the instrument panel conﬁrms the

change of status.

– The driver’s door must be closed.

– The driver's seat belt must be fastened.

– The state of charge of the battery must be

suﬃcient.

– The temperature of the engine must be within

its nominal operating range.

When the function is deactivated, if the engine

was in standby, it restarts immediately.

Associated indicator lamp

– The outside temperature must be between

0°C and 35°C.

Function activated.

– Braking assistance is being used.

In these cases, this indicator lamp ﬂashes

for a few seconds, then goes oﬀ.

Putting the engine into standby

(STOP mode)

The engine automatically goes into standby

as soon as the driver indicates the intention of

stopping.

Opening the bonnet

Before doing anything under the bonnet,

deactivate the Stop & Start system to avoid

After the engine has restarted, STOP

mode is not available until the vehicle

has reached a speed of 5 mph (8 km/h).

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During parking manoeuvres, STOP mode

is not available for a few seconds after

coming out of reverse gear or turning the

steering wheel.

Have the vehicle checked by a CITROËN dealer

or a qualiﬁed workshop.

the speed to climactic conditions, traﬃc and

the state of the road.

It is the driver's responsibility to constantly

check the traﬃc, to assess the relative

distances and speeds of other vehicles and to

anticipate their movements before indicating

and changing lane.

The vehicle stalls in STOP mode

All of the instrument panel warning lamps come

on if there is a fault.

Depending on version, a warning message

may also be displayed, prompting you to place

the gear selector in position N and depress the

brake pedal.

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: with the clutch pedal

fully depressed.

– With an automatic gearbox:

• With the selector in position D or M: with the

brake pedal released.

• With the selector in position N and the brake

pedal released: with the selector at D or M.

• With the selector in position P and the brake

pedal depressed: with the selector at R, N,

D or M.

The systems cannot exceed the limits of the

laws of physics.

► Switch oﬀ the ignition then start the engine

again with the key or the "START/STOP" button.

Driving aids

You should hold the steering wheel

with both hands, always use the interior and

exterior rear view mirrors, always keep the

feet close to the pedals and take a break

every two hours.

The Stop & Start system requires a 12 V

battery of speciﬁc technology and

speciﬁcation.

All work concerning the battery must be

carried out only by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualiﬁed workshop.

Manoeuvring aids

The driver must always check the

surroundings of the vehicle before and during

the whole manoeuvre, in particular using the

mirrors.

Special cases

Driving and manoeuvring

aids - General

recommendations

The engine will restart automatically if all

conditions for operation are met again and in the

following case.

– Some speciﬁc conditions (braking assistance,

air conditioning setting, etc.).

Radar

The operation of the radar as well as the

associated functions may be impaired through

the accumulation of dirt (mud, frost, etc.), in

certain diﬃcult weather conditions (very heavy

rain, snow) or if the bumper is damaged.

If the front bumper is to be repainted, contact

a CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop;

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

In this case, this indicator lamp ﬂashes for

a few seconds, then goes oﬀ.

Malfunctions

In the event of a system malfunction, this

warning lamp ﬂashes on the instrument

panel.

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certain types of paint could interfere with the

operation of the radar.

Other cameras

Certain materials (fabrics) absorb sound

waves: pedestrians may not be detected.

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The images from the camera(s)

displayed on the touch screen or on the

instrument panel may be distorted by the

relief.

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.

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 radar, sensors and cameras.

Driving aids camera

Obstacles may appear further away than they

actually are.

This camera and its associated 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.

On versions with camera alone, this message

indicates to you that the camera is obstructed:

"Driving aids camera: visibility limited, see

user guide".

Mats

The use of mats 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.

Sensors

The operation of the sensors as well as

the associated functions may be disturbed

by sound interference 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.

In humid and cold weather, demist the

windscreen regularly.

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.

Poor visibility (inadequate street lighting,

heavy rain, thick fog, snowfall), dazzle

(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.

In case of doubt, contact a CITROËN dealer

or a qualiﬁed workshop.

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instrument panel must correspond to that of

the country you are driving in.

Information displayed on

the instrument panel

Speed Limit Recognition

and Recommendation

Refer to the General recommendations on the

use of driving and manoeuvring aids.

The automatic reading of road signs is a

driving aid system and does not always

display speed limits correctly.

The speed limit signs present on the road

always take priority over the display by the

system.

The system is designed to detect signs that

conform to the Vienna Convention on road

signs.

Speciﬁc speed limits, such as those for

heavy goods vehicles, are not displayed.

The display of the speed limit in the

instrument panel is updated when passing

a speed limit sign intended for cars (light

vehicles).

1. Speed limit indication.

This system displays the maximum authorised

speed in the instrument panel, according to

the speed limits in the country in which you are

driving, using:

– Speed limit signs detected by the camera.

– Speed limit details from the navigation system

mapping.

Speed display

Activation / Deactivation

By default, the system is automatically activated

at every engine start.

Navigation mapping should be regularly

updated in order to receive accurate

speed limit information from the system.

It is set via the Driving / Vehicle touch

screen menu.

The system is active but is not detecting speed

limit information.

The units for the speed limit (mph or

km/h) depend on the country you are

driving in.

This should be taken into account so that you

observe the speed limit.

For the system to work correctly when

changing country, the speed unit in the

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sign within a preset period and in the following

situations:

– road signs that are obstructed, do not comply

with the standard, are damaged or distorted,

– obsolete or incorrect maps.

Information displayed on the

instrument panel

6

Memorising the speed

setting

On detection of speed limit information, the

system displays the value.

In addition to Speed Limit Recognition and

Recommendation, the driver can select the

speed displayed as a speed setting for the speed

limiter or cruise control using the speed limiter or

cruise control memorisation button.

3. Speed limit indication.

4. Speed memorisation request.

5. Current speed of the vehicle.

6. Current speed setting.

The driver can adjust the vehicle’s speed

according to the information given by the system.

For more information on the Speed

limiter or Cruise control, refer to the

corresponding sections.

Memorising the speed

Operating limits

The system does not take account of reduced

speed limits, especially those imposed in the

following cases:

– poor weather (rain, snow),

– atmospheric pollution,

Steering mounted controls

► Switch on the speed limiter/cruise control.

The speed limiter/cruise control information is

displayed.

– when towing,

– driving with a space-saver type spare wheel or

snow chains ﬁtted,

– Tyre repaired using the temporary puncture

repair kit,

– young drivers.

1. Speed limiter/cruise control mode selection

2. Memorise the speed setting

It is possible for the system to not display the

speed limit if it does not detect a speed limit

Upon detecting a sign suggesting a new speed

setting, the system displays the value and a

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message prompting you to save it as the new

speed setting. "MEM" ﬂashes for a few seconds

on the display.

Steering mounted control

Information displayed on

the instrument panel

If there is a diﬀerence of less than 6 mph

(9 km/h) between the speed setting and

the speed displayed by the Speed Limit

Recognition and Recommendation, the

"MEM" symbol is not displayed.

► Press button 2once to save the suggested

speed value.

A message is displayed to conﬁrm the request.

► Press button 2again to conﬁrm and save the

new speed setting.

1. ON (LIMIT position) / OFF (position 0)

2. Reduce the speed setting

3. Increase the speed setting

4. Pause / resume speed limiter with the speed

setting previously stored

6. Speed limiter on/pause indication.

7. Programmed speed setting value.

8. Speed limiter mode selection indication.

The display then reverts to its previous state.

5. Use the speed suggested by the Speed Limit

Recognition and Recommendation (MEM

display)

Speed limiter

Switching on/pausing

Refer to the General recommendations on the

use of driving and manoeuvring aids.

This system prevents the vehicle from

exceeding the speed programmed by the

driver (speed setting).

► Turn thumbwheel 1 to the "LIMIT" position to

select the speed limiter; the function is paused.

► If you are satisﬁed with the limit speed setting

(most recent speed setting programmed in the

system), press button 4 to switch the speed

limiter on.

For more information on the Speed Limit

Recognition and Recommendation, refer to

the corresponding section.

The speed limiter is switched on manually.

The minimum speed setting is 19 mph (30 km/h).

The speed setting remains in the system

memory when the ignition is switched oﬀ.

► Pressing button 4 again temporarily pauses

the function.

An audible warning will sound if the

vehicle's speed exceeds the speed

setting for an extended period.

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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.

Brake if necessary to control the speed of

your vehicle.

Adjusting the limit speed

setting

Cruise control - particular

recommendations

6

You do not have to switch the speed limiter on in

order to set the speed.

For the safety of everyone, only use the

cruise control where the driving

To modify the limit speed setting based on the

vehicle’s current speed:

conditions allow running at a constant speed

and keeping an adequate safety distance.

Remain vigilant when the cruise control is

activated. If you hold one of the speed setting

modiﬁcation buttons, a very rapid change in

the speed of your vehicle may occur.

When descending a steep hill, the cruise

control system cannot prevent the vehicle

from exceeding the set speed. Brake if

necessary to control the speed of your

vehicle.

Once the speed of the vehicle returns to the

programmed setting, the speed limiter functions

again: the display of the speed setting becomes

ﬁxed again.

► Brieﬂy press button 2 or 3 to change the

value in steps of + or - 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

► Press and hold button 2 or 3 to change the

value in steps of + or - 5 mph (8 km/h).

To modify the cruise speed setting based on the

speed suggested by the Speed Limit Recognition

and Recommendation, as shown on the

instrument panel:

► Press button 5 once; a message is displayed

to conﬁrm the memorisation request.

► Press button 5 again to save the suggested

speed.

Switching oﬀ

► Turn the thumbwheel 1 to the "0" position:

the display of information on the speed limiter

disappears.

Malfunction

On steep climbs or when towing, the set

speed may not be reached or maintained.

The speed is immediately shown on the

instrument panel as the new speed setting.

Exceeding the programmed speed

setting

Temporarily exceeding the

speed setting

► Press the accelerator pedal down fully.

The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily and

the displayed speed setting ﬂashes.

Release the accelerator pedal to return to below

the programmed speed.

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).

The display of dashes (ﬂashing then ﬁxed)

indicates a fault with the speed limiter.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualiﬁed workshop.

When the limit speed is exceeded but this is not

due to action by the driver (in case of a steep

slope, for example), an audible signal triggers

immediately.

Operating limits

Never use the system in the following

situations:

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– in an urban area with the risk of

pedestrians crossing the road,

– in heavy traﬃc,

Switching oﬀ the ignition cancels any

speed setting.

Information displayed on

the instrument panel

– on winding or steep roads,

– on slippery or ﬂooded roads,

– in unfavourable climatic conditions,

– driving on a speed circuit,

– driving on a rolling road,

– use of snow chains, non-slip covers or

studded tyres.

Steering mounted control

Cruise control

6. Cruise control pause/resume indication.

7. Programmed speed setting value.

8. Cruise control mode selection indication.

1. ON (CRUISE position) / OFF (position 0)

2. Activation of cruise control at the current

speed / decrease speed setting

3. Activation of cruise control at the current

speed / increase speed setting

4. Pausing / resumption of cruise control with

the speed setting previously stored

5. Use the speed suggested by the Speed Limit

Recognition and Recommendation (MEM

display)

Refer to the General recommendations on the

use of driving and manoeuvring aids and to

Cruise control - particular recommendations.

This system automatically keeps the

vehicle’s speed at the cruise value

programmed by the driver (speed setting),

without using the accelerator pedal.

The cruise control is switched on manually.

It requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph

(40 km/h).

Switching on/pausing

► Turn thumbwheel 1 to the "CRUISE" position

to select cruise control mode; the function is

paused.

► Press button 2 or 3 to activate cruise control

and save a speed setting when the vehicle has

reached the desired speed; the vehicle’s current

speed is saved as the speed setting.

► Release the accelerator pedal.

► Pressing button 4 temporarily pauses the

function.

With a manual gearbox, third gear or higher must

be engaged.

With an automatic gearbox, second gear or

higher must be engaged.

For more information on the Speed Limit

Recognition and Recommendation, refer to

the corresponding section.

The cruise control remains active after

changing gear, regardless of the gearbox

type, on engines ﬁtted with Stop & Start.

► Pressing button 4 again restores operation of

the cruise control (ON).

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Operation of the cruise control can also

be paused temporarily:

– by pressing the brake pedal.

– automatically, if the electronic stability

control (ESC) system is triggered.

► Press button 5 again to save the suggested

speed.

The value is immediately shown as the new

speed setting on the instrument panel.

Switching oﬀ

► Turn the thumbwheel 1 to the "0” position: the

cruise control information disappears from the

screen.

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Temporarily exceeding the

programmed speed

If needed (when overtaking, for example) it is

possible to exceed the programmed speed by

pressing the accelerator pedal.

Cruise control is temporarily overridden and the

programmed speed setting ﬂashes.

To return to the programmed speed, simply

release the accelerator pedal.

Once the vehicle has returned to the

programmed speed, cruise control takes over

again and the programmed speed setting stops

ﬂashing.

Malfunction

Modifying the cruise speed

setting

Cruise control must be active.

To modify the cruise speed setting, based on the

current speed of the vehicle:

► Brieﬂy press button 2 or 3 to change the

value in steps of + or - 1 mph (km/h).

► Press and hold button 2 or 3 to change the

value in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h).

The display of dashes (ﬂashing then ﬁxed)

indicates a malfunction with the cruise control

system.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualiﬁed workshop.

Pressing and holding button 2 or

3 results in a rapid change in the speed

of the vehicle.

When descending a steep hill, the cruise

control system cannot prevent the

vehicle from exceeding the programmed

speed.

You may have to brake to control the speed of

your vehicle. In this case, the cruise control is

automatically paused.

To activate the system again, with the vehicle

speed above 25 mph (40 km/h), press button

4.

Active Safety Brake with

Collision Risk Alert and

Intelligent emergency

braking assistance

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.

To change the cruise speed setting using the

speed suggested by the Speed Limit Recognition

and Recommendation:

► The suggested speed is displayed on the

instrument panel.

Refer to the General recommendations on the

use of driving and manoeuvring aids.

► Press button 5 once; a message is displayed,

conﬁrming the memorisation request.

This system:

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– warns the driver that their vehicle is at risk of

collision with the vehicle in front or a pedestrian.

– reduces the vehicle's speed to avoid a

collision or limit its severity.

This system is comprised of three functions:

– Collision Risk Alert.

– Intelligent emergency braking assistance.

– Active Safety Brake (automatic emergency

braking).

After an impact, the function

automatically stops operating. Contact a

CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁed workshop to

have the system checked.

Operating conditions and

limits

The ESC system must not be faulty.

The ASR system must not be deactivated.

All passenger seat belts must be fastened.

Driving at a steady speed on roads with few

bends is required.

Collision Risk Alert

It warns the driver that their vehicle is at risk of

collision with the vehicle in front or a pedestrian

present in their traﬃc lane.

In the following cases, deactivating the system

via the vehicle's conﬁguration menu is advised:

– towing a trailer,

Operation

– carrying long objects on roof bars or roof rack,

– with snow chains ﬁtted,

Depending on the degree of risk of collision

detected by the system and the alert trigger

threshold chosen by the driver, several diﬀerent

levels of alert may be triggered and displayed on

the touch screen.

– before using an automatic car wash, with the

engine running,

– before placing the vehicle on a rolling road in

a workshop,

The vehicle has a camera located at the top of

the windscreen.

This system does not avoid the need for

vigilance on the part of the driver.

This system is designed to assist the driver

and improve road safety.

It is the driver's responsibility to continuously

monitor the state of the traﬃc, observing the

driving regulations.

– towed vehicle, engine running,

– Following an impact to the windscreen close to

the detection camera.

The system takes account of the vehicle

dynamics, the speed of your vehicle and the one

in front, the environmental conditions and the

operation of the vehicle (actions on the pedals,

the steering wheel, etc.) to trigger the alert at the

best moment.

Level 1 (orange): visual alert only,

indicating that the vehicle in front is very

close.

The message "Vehicle close" is displayed.

Level 2 (red): visual and audible alert,

indicating that a collision is imminent.

The message "Brake!" is displayed.

Level 3: in some cases, a vibration alert in the

form of micro-braking can be given, conﬁrming

the risk of collision.

The system is automatically deactivated

after the use of the "space-saver" type

spare wheel is detected, or if a fault with the

lateral brake lamps is detected.

As soon as the system detects a

potential obstacle, it prepares the braking

circuit in case automatic braking is needed.

This may cause a slight noise and a slight

sensation of deceleration.

It is possible that warnings are not given,

are given too late or seem unjustiﬁed.

Consequently, always stay in control of your

vehicle and be prepared to react at any time

to avoid an accident.

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– The vehicle's speed is between 3 mph and

53 mph (5 km/h and 85 km/h) when a moving

vehicle is detected.

Where the speed of your vehicle is too

high approaching another vehicle, the

ﬁrst level of alert may not be displayed: the

level 2 alert may be displayed directly.

Important: the level 1 alert is not displayed

when there is a stationary obstacle or when

the "Close" trigger threshold has been

selected.

Active Safety Brake

6

This warning lamp ﬂashes (for

approximately 10 seconds) as soon as

the function acts on the vehicle’s braking.

With an automatic gearbox, in the event of

automatic emergency braking until the vehicle

comes to a complete stop, keep the brake

pedal pressed down to prevent the vehicle from

starting oﬀ again.

Modifying the alert trigger threshold

This threshold determines how you wish to be

warned of the presence of a moving or stationary

vehicle in front of you, or a pedestrian present in

your traﬃc lane.

The current threshold can be modiﬁed via the

vehicle conﬁguration menu.

You can select one of three pre-deﬁned

thresholds:

– "Distant",

– "Normal",

– "Close".

The last threshold selected is memorised when

the ignition is switched oﬀ.

With a manual gearbox, in the event of automatic

emergency braking until the vehicle comes to a

complete stop, the engine may stall.

The driver can maintain control of the

vehicle at any time by sharply turning the

steering wheel and/or sharply pressing the

accelerator pedal.

This function, also called automatic emergency

braking, intervenes following the alerts if the

driver does not react quickly enough and does

not operate the vehicle's brakes.

It aims to reduce the speed of impact or avoid a

collision where the driver fails to react.

Operation of the function may be felt by

slight vibration in the brake pedal.

If the vehicle comes to a complete stop, the

automatic braking is maintained for 1 to 2

seconds.

Operation

The system operates under the following

conditions:

– The vehicle's speed does not exceed 37 mph

(60 km/h) when a pedestrian is detected.

– The vehicle's speed does not exceed 50 mph

(80 km/h) when a stationary vehicle is detected.

Intelligent emergency

braking assistance

If the driver brakes, but not suﬃciently to avoid a

collision, this system will supplement the braking,

within the limits of the laws of physics.

This assistance will only be provided if you press

the brake pedal.

Deactivation / Activation

By default, the system is automatically activated

at every engine start.

It is set via the Driving / Vehicle touch

screen menu.

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Deactivation of the system is signalled by

the illumination of this warning lamp,

accompanied by the display of a message.

Coﬀee Break Alert

Driver Attention Warning

The system triggers an alert as soon as it

detects that the driver has not taken a

break after two hours of driving at a speed above

40 mph (65 km/h).

Malfunction

In the event of a fault with the system, you

are alerted by the ﬁxed illumination of this

warning lamp, accompanied by the display of a

message and an audible signal.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop to have the system checked.

This alert is issued via the display of a message

encouraging the driver to take a break,

accompanied by an audible signal.

If the driver does not follow this advice, the alert

is repeated hourly until the vehicle is stopped.

The system resets itself if one of the following

conditions is met:

– With the engine running, the vehicle has been

stationary for more than 15 minutes.

– The ignition has been switched oﬀ for a few

minutes.

– The driver's seat belt is unfastened and their

door is opened.

Distraction detection

Refer to the General recommendations on the

use of driving and manoeuvring aids.

Take a break in case of feeling tired or at least

every 2 hours.

The function consists of the "Coﬀee Break Alert"

system combined with the "Driver Attention

Warning" system.

Using a camera placed at the top of the

windscreen, the system assesses the

driver's level of vigilance, fatigue or distraction by

identifying variations in trajectory compared to

the lane markings.

This system is particularly suited to fast roads

(speed higher than 40 mph (65 km/h)).

At a ﬁrst-level alert, the driver is warned by the

“Take care!” message, accompanied by an

audible signal.

As soon as the speed of the vehicle

drops below 40 mph (65 km/h), the

system goes into standby.

The driving time is counted again once the

speed is above 40 mph (65 km/h).

These systems are 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.

After three ﬁrst-level alerts, the system triggers

a further alert with the message "Dangerous

driving: take a break", accompanied by a more

pronounced audible signal.

In certain driving conditions (poor road

surface or strong winds), the system may

give alerts independent of the driver's level of

vigilance.

Activation / Deactivation

It is set via the Driving / Vehicle touch

screen menu.

The state of the system stays in the memory

when the ignition is switched oﬀ.

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The following situations may interfere

with the operation of the system or

prevent it from working:

– lane markings absent, worn, hidden (snow,

mud) or multiple (roadworks);

– close to the vehicle ahead (lane markings

not detected);

– roads that are narrow, winding, etc.

Activation / Deactivation

6

It is set via the Driving / Vehicle touch

screen menu.

Detection

If an unexpected change of direction is

detected, this warning lamp ﬂashes in the

instrument panel accompanied by an audible

signal.

This system includes sensors, placed on the

No warning is transmitted while the direction

indicator is activated and for approximately 20

seconds after the direction indicator is switched

oﬀ.

sides of the bumpers, and warns the driver of

the potentially dangerous presence of another

vehicle (car, truck, motorcycle) in the blind spot

areas of their vehicle (areas hidden from the

driver's ﬁeld of vision).

Lane Departure Warning

System

Refer to the General recommendations on the

use of driving and manoeuvring aids.

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.

This system is particularly useful on motorways

and main roads.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, these

warning lamps come on on the

instrument panel, accompanied by the display of

a message and an audible signal.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop.

The warning is given by a ﬁxed warning lamp

that appears in the door mirror on the side in

question:

– immediately, when being overtaken;

– after a delay of about one second, when

overtaking a vehicle slowly.

Blind Spot Monitoring

System

Refer to the General recommendations on the

use of driving and manoeuvring aids.

Activation / Deactivation

It is set via the Driving / Vehicle touch

screen menu.

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The state of the system stays in the memory

when switching oﬀ the ignition.

– In the presence of non-moving objects (parked

vehicles, barriers, street lamps, road signs, etc.).

– Oncoming traﬃc.

– Driving on a winding road or a sharp corner.

– When overtaking or being overtaken by a very

long vehicle (lorry, bus, etc.) that is detected

in the rear blind spot but is also present in the

driver’s front ﬁeld of vision.

Operating limits

The system is automatically deactivated

when towing with a towing device

approved by CITROËN.

Conditions for operation

– All vehicles are moving in the same direction

and in adjacent lanes.

– When overtaking quickly.

– In very heavy traﬃc: vehicles detected in

front and behind are confused with a lorry or a

stationary object.

– The speed of your vehicle must be between 7

and 87 mph (12 and 140 km/h).

– When overtaking a vehicle, the speed

diﬀerence is less than 6 mph (10 km/h).

– 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.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, you are warned by

the display of a message.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop to have the system checked.

The system may suﬀer temporary

interference in certain weather conditions

(rain, hail, etc.).

In particular, driving on a wet surface or

moving from a dry area to a wet area can

cause false alerts (for example, the presence

of a fog of water droplets in the blind spot

angle is interpreted as a vehicle).

– You are driving on a straight or slightly curved

road.

– Your vehicle is not pulling a trailer, a caravan,

etc.

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

No alert is triggered in the following conditions:

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Driving

The sound emitted by the speaker (right or

left) indicates the side on which the obstacle is

located.

or other objects; they may hamper correct

operation of the system.

Audible assistance

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Adjusting the audible signal

With CITROËN Connect Radio or

CITROËN Connect Nav, pressing

this button opens the window for adjusting the

volume of the audible signal.

Parking sensors

Refer to the General recommendations on the

use of driving and manoeuvring aids.

The system signals the presence of obstacles

which are both within the sensors’ detection zone

and in the vehicle path deﬁned by the direction of

the steering wheel.

Visual assistance

Using sensors located in the bumper, this

system signals the proximity of obstacles

(e.g. pedestrian, vehicle, tree, barrier) present in

their ﬁeld of detection.

It supplements the audible assistance, without

taking account of the vehicle's trajectory, by

displaying bars on the screen that represent the

distance between the obstacle and the vehicle

(white: more distant obstacles, orange: close

obstacles, red: very close obstacles).

Depending on version, in the example shown,

only the obstacles present in the shaded area

will be signalled by the audible assistance.

The proximity information is given by an

intermittent audible signal, the frequency of

which increases as the vehicle approaches the

obstacle.

Rear parking sensors

The system is switched on by engaging reverse

gear, which is conﬁrmed by an audible signal.

The system is switched oﬀ when disengaging

reverse gear.

When the obstacle is very close, the "Danger"

symbol is displayed on the screen.

When the distance between the vehicle and

the obstacle becomes less than about thirty

centimetres, the audible signal becomes

continuous.

Front parking sensors

In addition to the rear parking sensors, the front

parking sensors are triggered when an obstacle

is detected in front and the speed of the vehicle

is still below 6 mph (10 km/h).

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Driving

The front parking sensors are interrupted if the

vehicle stops for more than three seconds in

forward gear, if an obstacle is no longer detected

or when the speed of the vehicle exceeds 6 mph

(10 km/h).

by an onscreen message and an audible signal

(short beep).

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁed

workshop to have the system checked.

The sound emitted by the speaker (front

or rear) locates the obstacle in relation to

the vehicle, in the vehicle trajectory, in front or

behind.

Reversing Camera

Refer to the General recommendations on the

use of driving and manoeuvring aids.

The representation with overlaid lines helps with

the manoeuvre.

They are represented as lines marked

"on the ground" and do not indicate the

position of the vehicle in relation to tall

obstacles (e.g. other vehicles).

Some distortion of the image is normal.

It is normal to have a part of the number plate

showing at the bottom of the screen.

Deactivation / Activation

It is set via the Driving / Vehicle touch

screen menu.

The state of the system stays in the memory

when the ignition is switched oﬀ.

The rear parking sensors system will be

deactivated automatically if a trailer or

bicycle carrier is connected to a towing device

installed in accordance with the

The blue lines 1 represent the general direction

of the vehicle (the gap represents the width of

your vehicle without 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.

The reversing camera is automatically activated

when reverse gear is engaged.

The image is displayed on the touch screen.

manufacturer's recommendations.

Operating limits

If the boot is heavily loaded, the vehicle may tilt,

aﬀecting distance measurements.

The reversing camera function may be

supplemented with parking sensors.

The turquoise blue curves 4 represent the

maximum turning circle.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction when

changing into reverse, this warning lamp

comes on on the instrument panel, accompanied

Opening the tailgate causes the display

to disappear.

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