Get Driving Guide for Citroen Ds4 SUV Second Generation (2021-2025)

Driving

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Electric parking brake

Programming the mode

It is recommended that you do not

apply the parking brake in very cold

conditions (ice) and during towing

(breakdown, caravan...). Deactivate the

automatic functions and release the

parking brake manually.

Depending on the country of sale of the vehicle,

the automatic application when the engine is

switched off and the automatic release when

you press the accelerator can be deactivated.

Activation/deactivation is done

using the vehicle configuration

menu; refer to the section covering

the configuration of your vehicle's

systems.

The electric parking brake combines

2 operational modes:

The parking brake is then applied and released

manually. When the driver's door is opened,

there is an audible signal and a message is

displayed if the brake is not applied.

Do not place any object (packet of

cigarettes, telephone...) between the

gear lever and the electric parking

brake control lever.

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Automatic Application/Release

Application is automatic when the engine

stops, release is automatic on use of the

accelerator (activated by default),

Manual Application/Release

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The parking brake can be applied/released

manually by pulling control lever A.

If this warning lamp comes on in

the instrument panel, the automatic

mode is deactivated.

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Manual application

Manual release

Maximum application

With the vehicle stationary, to apply the parking

brake whether the engine is running or off, pull

control lever A.

With the ignition on or the engine running, to

release the parking brake, press on the brake

pedal or the accelerator, pull then release

control A.

If necessary, you can make a maximum

application of the parking brake. This is

obtained by means of a long pull on the control

lever A, until you see the message "Handbrake

on maximum" and a beep is heard.

The application of the parking brake is

confirmed by:

Maximum application is essential:

The full application of the parking brake is

confirmed by:

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illumination of the braking warning

lamp and of the P warning lamp in

the control lever A,

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in the case of a vehicle towing a caravan

or a trailer, if the automatic functions are

activated but you are applying the parking

brake manually,

-

the braking warning lamp and

the P warning lamp in the control

lever A going off,

-

display of the message

"Handbrake on".

-

when the gradient you are parked on may

vary (e.g. on a ferry, on a lorry, during

towing),

-

display of the message

"Handbrake off".

When the driver’s door is opened with the

engine running, a message is displayed

accompanied by an audible signal if the parking

brake has not been applied, except in the case

of an automatic gearbox with the gear lever in

position P.

If you pull control lever A without pressing

the brake pedal, the parking brake will

not be released and a warning lamp will

come on in the instrument panel.

In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle

or parking on a gradient, make a

maximum application of the parking

brake then turn the front wheels

towards the pavement and engage a

gear when you park.

Before leaving the vehicle, ensure

that parking brake warning lamp in

the instrument panel is on fixed, not

flashing.

After a maximum application, the

release time will be longer.

Automatic application,

engine off

Automatic release

The electric parking brake releases

automatically and progressively when you

press the accelerator:

Before leaving the vehicle, ensure

that parking brake warning lamp in

the instrument panel is on fixed (not

flashing).

Never leave a child alone inside the

vehicle with the ignition on, as they

could release the parking brake.

)

Manual gearbox: press down fully on the

clutch pedal, engage first gear or reverse,

press on the accelerator pedal and move

off.

)

6-speed electronic gearbox system:

select position A, M or R then press on the

accelerator pedal.

Automatic gearbox: select position D, M

or R then press the accelerator pedal.

With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake

is automatically applied when the engine is

switched off.

In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle

or parking on a gradient, turn the front

wheels towards the pavement and

engage a gear when you park.

Full release of the parking brake is confirmed

by:

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the braking warning lamp and

the P warning lamp in the control

lever A going off,

The application of the parking brake is

confirmed by:

-

illumination of the braking warning

lamp and of the P warning lamp in

the control lever A,

-

display of the message

"Handbrake off".

-

display of the message

"Handbrake on".

When stationary, with the engine

running, do not press the accelerator

pedal unnecessarily, as you may

release the parking brake.

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Immobilising the vehicle,

Particular situations

Emergency braking

engine running

With the engine running and the vehicle

stationary, in order to immobilise the vehicle

it is essential to manually apply the parking

brake by pulling control lever A.

In certain situations (e.g. starting the engine),

the parking brake can automatically alter its

force. This is normal operation.

In the event of a failure of the main service

brake or in an exceptional situation (e.g. driver

taken ill, under instruction, etc) a continuous

pull on the control lever A will stop the vehicle.

The electronic stability control provides stability

during emergency braking.

If the emergency braking malfunctions,

the message "Parking brake faulty" will be

displayed.

To advance your vehicle a few centimetres

without starting the engine, but with the ignition

on, press on the brake pedal and release the

parking brake by pulling then releasing the

control lever A. The full release of the parking

brake is confirmed by the warning lamps

in the control lever A and in the instrument

panel going off and display of the message

"Handbrake off".

The application of the parking brake is

confirmed by:

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illumination of the braking

warning lamp and the P warning

lamp in the control lever A,

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display of the message

"Handbrake on".

In the event of failure of the electronic

stability control system, signalled

by the illumination of this warning

lamp, braking stability is then not

guaranteed.

If the parking brake develops a fault while

applied or if the battery runs flat, an

emergency release is always possible.

When the driver’s door is opened, a message is

displayed accompanied by an audible signal, if

the parking brake has not been applied, except

in the case of an automatic gearbox with the

gear lever in position P.

In this event, stability must be assured by the

driver by repeating alternate "pull-release"

actions on the control lever A.

Before leaving the vehicle, ensure

that parking brake warning lamp in

the instrument panel is on fixed, not

flashing.

The emergency braking must only be

used in exceptional circumstances.

Emergency release

In the event of the electric parking brake

malfunctioning or the battery running flat, an

emergency manual device can release the

parking brake.

)

Switch off the engine but leave the ignition

on. If it is not possible to immobilise the

vehicle, do not operate the control and

contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop without delay.

Fetch the two vehicle blocks B and the

release device C, located under the boot

carpet.

)

Immobilise the vehicle by placing the blocks

in front or behind the two front wheels,

opposite to the direction of the slope.

Remove the storage box under the boot

carpet for access to the emergency release

device.

)

Immobilise the vehicle (or keep it

stationary, if the brake pedal is pressed),

with the engine running, by engaging

first gear (manual gearbox), position P

(automatic gearbox) or position M or R

(6-speed electronic gearbox system).

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For safety reasons, after this operation

it is essential to contact a CITROËN

dealer or a qualified workshop without

delay to replace the protective cover.

Following an emergency unlocking,

immobilisation of the vehicle is no

longer assured once the manual

emergency release has been deployed

and the manual control does not allow

the re-application of your parking

brake.

Take no action, either on the control

lever A, or stopping starting the engine

while the release device is engaged.

Take care not to allow moisture or dust

in the proximity of the protective cover.

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The operation of the parking brake

reinitialises when the ignition is switched

off then on again. If the reinitialisation

of the parking brake proves impossible,

contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

The subsequent time required for

application may be longer than during

normal operation.

)

Pierce the protective cover D on the tube E

with the release device.

)

Place the release device in the tube.

Turn the release device clockwise. For

safety reasons, it is essential to continue

turning the device until it reaches its stop.

The parking brake is released.

Remove the release device and store it

with the blocks in the toolbox under the

boot carpet.

)

Operating faults

If the electric parking brake malfunction warning lamp comes on together with one or more of the warning lamps presented in these tables, place the

vehicle in a safe condition (on level ground, gear engaged) and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.

Situations

Consequences

The automatic functions are deactivated.

Hill start assist is not available.

The electric parking brake can only be used manually.

Display of the message "Parking brake fault" and of the

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following warning lamps:

Display of the message "Parking brake fault" and of the

following warning lamps:

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Manual release of the electric parking brake is only available by pressing the

accelerator pedal and releasing the control.

-

Hill start assist is not available.

The automatic functions and the manual application are still available.

Display of the message "Parking brake fault" and of the

following warning lamps:

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The automatic functions are deactivated.

Hill start assist is not available.

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Situations

Consequences

To apply the electric parking brake:

)

immobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition.

pull the control for at least 5 seconds or until application is complete.

switch on the ignition and check the switching on of the electric parking brake

warning lamps.

and possibly

flashing

The application is slower than during normal operation.

To release the electric parking brake:

)

switch on the ignition.

pull the control and hold it for approximately 3 seconds then release it.

If the braking warning lamp is flashing or if the warning lamps do not come on with

the ignition on, these procedures will not work. Place the vehicle on level ground

and have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Display of the message "Parking brake fault" and of the

following warning lamps:

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Only the automatic application on switching off the engine and automatic

release on acceleration functions are available.

The manual application/release of the electric parking brake and the

emergency braking are not available.

and possibly

flashing

Battery fault

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If the battery warning lamp comes on you must stop immediately as soon as

the traffic allows. Stop and immobilise your vehicle (if necessary, place the

two chocks under the wheels).

Apply the electric parking brake before switching off the engine.

Manual parking brake

Applying

Releasing

When parking on a slope, direct your

wheels against the kerb, apply the

parking brake, engage a gear and

switch off the ignition.

)

Pull the parking brake lever fully up to

immobilise your vehicle.

)

Pull the parking brake lever up gently,

press the release button then lower the

lever fully.

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.

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6-speed manual gearbox

Engaging 5th or 6th gear

Engaging reverse gear

)

Move the lever fully to the right to engage

5th or 6th gear.

As a safety precaution and to facilitate

starting of the engine:

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always select neutral,

press the clutch pedal.

)

Raise the ring under the knob and move

the gear lever to the left then forwards.

Only engage reverse gear when the

vehicle is stationary with the engine at idle.

Gear shift indicator*

System which reduces fuel consumption by advising the driver to change up on vehicles fitted with a manual gearbox.

Example:

The information appears in the instrument

panel in the form of an arrow accompanied by

the suggested gear.

Operation

The system intervenes only when driving

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.

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You are in third gear.

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.

In the case of driving which makes

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.

The system never suggests:

-

You press the accelerator pedal

moderately.

-

engaging first gear,

engaging reverse gear,

engaging a lower gear.

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The system may suggest that you engage a

higher gear, if appropriate.

* According to engine.

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6-speed electronic gearbox system

Six-speed electronic gearbox system which

Gear lever

Steering mounted control

offers a choice between the comfort of fully

automatic operation or the pleasure of manual

gear changing.

paddles

There are two driving modes:

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automatic mode for automatic control of

the gears by the gearbox,

manual mode for sequential gear changing

by the driver.

In automatic mode, it remains possible to

change gear manually by using the steering

mounted control paddles, when overtaking, for

example.

R. Reverse

With your foot on the brake, lift the lever

and push forwards.

N. Neutral.

With your foot on the brake, select this

position to start.

A. Automatic mode.

+. Change up paddle to the right of the steering

wheel.

)

Press the back of the "+" steering mounted

paddle to change up a gear.

-. Change down paddle to the left of the

steering wheel.

)

Press the back of the "-" steering mounted

)

Move the lever backwards to select this

mode.

paddle to change down a gear.

M. Manual mode with sequential gear

changing.

The steering mounted paddles cannot

be used to select neutral or to engage

or disengage reverse gear.

)

Move the lever backwards then to the left

to select this mode, then use the steering

mounted control paddles to change gear.

Displays in the instrument panel

Moving off

)

Select first gear (position M or A) or

reverse (position R).

Release the parking brake unless it is

programmed to automatic mode.

Take your foot off the brake pedal, then

accelerate.

)

Select position N.

Press the brake pedal down fully.

Start the engine.

N appears in the instrument panel

screen.

AUTO and 1 or R appear in the

instrument panel screen.

Gear lever positions

N. Neutral

N flashes in the instrument panel,

accompanied by an audible signal and

a message in the multifunction screen,

if the gear lever is not in position N on

starting.

Foot on brake flashes on the

instrument panel, accompanied by an

audible signal and a message in the

multifunction screen, if the brake pedal

is not pressed on starting.

R. Reverse

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

AUTO. This comes on when the automatic

mode is selected. It switches off on

changing to manual mode.

)

Place your foot on the brake

when this warning lamp flashes

(e.g.: when starting the engine).

Engagement of reverse gear is

accompanied by an audible signal.

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Automatic mode

Manual gear changing

This selective gear change mode enables you

to overtake, for example, while still remaining in

automatic mode.

The gear change requests are only carried out

if the engine speed permits.

)

After starting the vehicle, select position A

for enter automatic mode.

It is not necessary to release the accelerator

during gear changes.

When braking or slowing down, the gearbox

changes down automatically to allow the

vehicle to accelerate in the correct gear.

)

Operate the + or - steering mounted control

paddle.

AUTO and the gear engaged

appear in the instrument panel

screen.

The gearbox engages the gear requested if the

engine speed permits. AUTO is still displayed

in the instrument panel.

After a few moments without any action on

the controls, the gearbox resumes automatic

control of the gears.

The gearbox is then operating in auto-active

mode, without any action on the part of the

driver. It continuously selects the most suitable

gear, depending on the:

At very low speed, if reverse gear is

requested, this will only be taken into

account when the vehicle is immobilised.

The Foot on brake warning lamp may

flash in the instrument panel to prompt

you to brake.

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style of driving,

profile of the road.

Manual mode

)

When the vehicle has moved off, select

position M to change to manual mode.

On sharp acceleration, the gearbox will

not change up unless the driver acts on

the gear lever or the steering mounted

paddles.

Never select neutral N while the vehicle

is moving.

For optimum acceleration, for example

when overtaking another vehicle, press

the accelerator pedal firmly past the

point of resistance.

AUTO disappears and the gears

engaged appear in succession in

the instrument panel screen.

Only engage reverse gear R when the

vehicle is immobilised with the brake

pedal pressed.

Stopping the vehicle

Operating fault

With the ignition on, the flashing of AUTO,

accompanied by an audible signal and a

message in the multifunction screen, indicates

a malfunction of the gearbox.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

Before switching off the engine, you can

choose to:

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move to position N to engage neutral,

leave the gear engaged; in this case, it will

not be possible to move the vehicle.

In both cases, you must apply the parking

brake to immobilise the vehicle.

You must press the brake pedal when

starting the engine.

Whatever the circumstances, you must

manually apply the parking brake when

parking, unless the parking brake is

programmed in automatic mode.

When immobilising the vehicle, with

the engine running, you must place the

gear lever in neutral N.

Before carrying out any work in the

engine compartment, check that the

gear lever is in neutral N and that the

parking brake is applied.

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Automatic gearbox

Six speed automatic gearbox which offers a

choice between the comfort of fully automatic

operation, enhanced by sport and snow

programmes, or manual gear changing.

Four driving modes are offered:

Gear lever

Displays in the instrument panel

-

automatic operation for electronic

management of the gears by the gearbox,

sport programme for a more dynamic style

of driving,

snow programme to improve driving when

traction is poor,

P. Park.

manual operation for sequential changing

of the gears by the driver.

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Immobilisation of the vehicle, parking brake

on or off.

When you move the lever in the gate to select

a position, the corresponding indicator is

displayed in the instrument panel.

P. Park

R. Reverse

N. Neutral

D. Drive (Automatic driving)

S. Sport programme

7. Snow programme

1 to 6. Gear engaged during manual operation

-. Invalid value during manual operation

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Starting the engine.

R. Reverse.

Reversing manoeuvres, vehicle stationary,

engine at idle.

N. Neutral.

-

Gear selection gate

-

Immobilisation of the vehicle, parking brake

on.

Starting the engine.

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D. Automatic operation.

M +/-. Manual operation with sequential

changing of the six gears.

)

Press forwards to change up through the

gears.

or

)

1. Gear lever.

2. Button "S" (sport).

3. Button "7" (snow).

Press rearwards to change down through

the gears.

Moving off

Automatic operation

)

With your foot on the brake, select

)

Select position D for automatic changing

position P or N.

of the six gears.

)

Start 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 gear according to the style of driving,

the profile of the road and the load in the

vehicle.

If this procedure is not followed, there is an

audible signal, accompanied by a message in

the multifunction screen.

)

With the engine running, press the brake

pedal.

)

Release the parking brake, unless it is

programmed to automatic mode.

Select position R, D or M,

For maximum acceleration without touching

the lever, 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.

)

Gradually release the brake pedal.

The vehicle moves off immediately.

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 you release the accelerator sharply, the

gearbox will not change to a higher gear for

safety reasons.

When carrying out maintenance with

the engine running, apply the parking

brake and select position P.

If position N is engaged inadvertently

while driving, allow the engine to

return to idle then engage 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.

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Sport and snow programmes Return to automatic

operation

Manual operation

)

Select position M for sequential changing

of the six gears.

Push the lever towards the + sign to

change up a gear.

Pull the lever towards the - sign to change

down a gear.

These two special programmes supplement the

automatic operation in very specific conditions

of use.

)

At any time, press the button selected

again to quit the programme engaged and

return to auto-adaptive mode.

Sport programme "S"

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.

)

Press button "S", after starting the engine.

The gearbox automatically favours a dynamic

style of driving.

S appears on the instrument panel.

D disappears and the gears

engaged appear in succession in the

instrument panel.

Snow programme "7"

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.

)

Press button "7", after starting the engine.

The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery

roads.

This programme improves starting and drive

when traction is poor.

The sport and snow programmes do not

operate in manual mode.

7 appears on the instrument panel.

Operating fault

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 malfunction.

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.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

Invalid value during manual

operation

This symbol is displayed if a gear

is not engaged correctly (selector

between two positions).

You risk damaging the gearbox:

-

if you press the accelerator and

brake pedals at the same time,

if you force the lever from position P

to another position when the battery

is flat.

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, unless it is programmed

to automatic mode.

-

This warning lamp may also come on if a door

is opened.

If the lever is not in position P, when the

driver's door is opened or approximately

45 seconds after the ignition is switched

off, there is an audible signal and a

message appears.

To reduce fuel consumption when

stationary for long periods with the

engine running (traffic jam...), position

the gear lever at N and apply the

parking brake, unless it is programmed

in automatic mode.

)

Return the lever to position P;

the audible signal stops and the

message disappears.

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Hill start assist

System which keeps your vehicle immobilised

temporarily (approximately 2 seconds) when

starting on a gradient, the time it takes to

move your foot from the brake pedal to the

accelerator pedal.

Operation

This function is only active when:

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the vehicle is completely stationary, with

your foot on the brake pedal,

-

when certain conditions of gradient 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 for a brief

moment when you release the brake pedal:

On a descending slope, with the vehicle

stationary and reverse gear engaged, the

vehicle is held for a brief moment when you

release the brake pedal.

-

if you are in first gear or neutral with a

manual gearbox,

if you are in position A or M with the

electronic gearbox system,

if you are in position D or M with an

automatic gearbox.

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 while

the engine is running, apply the parking

brake manually then ensure that the

parking brake warning lamp is on (not

flashing) in the instrument panel.

If a fault occurs with the system, these warning

lamps come on. Contact a CITROËN dealer

or a qualified workshop to have the system

checked.

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 mode

Special cases: STOP mode

unavailable

The "ECO" warning lamp comes

on in the instrument panel and the

engine goes into standby:

STOP mode is not invoked when:

With the electronic gearbox system,

for your comfort during parking

maoeuvres, 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

braking, power steering, for example.

-

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 release the clutch

pedal,

with the 6-speed electronic gearbox

system, at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h),

when you press the brake pedal or put the

gear lever into position N.

-

the electric parking brake is applied or

being applied,

the engine is needed to maintain a

comfortable temperature in the passenger

compartment,

-

demisting is active,

some special conditions (battery charge,

engine temperature, braking assistance,

ambient temperature...) where the engine is

needed to assure control of a system.

In this case, the "ECO" warning lamp

flashes for a few seconds, then goes

off.

Never refuel with the engine in STOP

mode; you must switch off the ignition

with the key.

If your vehicle is fitted with the

system, a time counter calculates

the sum of the periods in STOP

mode during a journey. It resets

itself to zero every time the ignition

is switched on with the key.

This operation is perfectly normal.

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Deactivation

Going into engine START mode

Special cases: START invoked

automatically

The "ECO" warning lamp goes off

and the engine starts:

For safety reasons or to ensure smooth

operation, START mode is invoked

automatically when:

-

with a manual gearbox, when you fully

depress the clutch pedal,

with the 6-speed electronic gearbox

system:

● gear lever in position A or M, when you

release the brake pedal,

● or gear lever in position N and the brake

pedal released, when you move the gear

lever to position A or M,

-

you open the driver's door,

you unfasten the driver's seat belt,

the speed of the vehicle exceeds 15 mph

(25 km/h) with a manual gearbox or

7 mph (11 km/h) with the 6-speed

electronic gearbox system,

-

the electric parking brake is being applied,

some special conditions (battery charge,

engine temperature, braking assistance,

ambient temperature...) where the engine is

needed to assure 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 on the

screen.

● or when you engage reverse gear.

With a manual gearbox in STOP

mode, if a gear is engaged without

fully depressing the clutch pedal, a

warning lamp comes on or a message

is displayed asking you to depress the

clutch pedal to restart the engine.

If the system has been deactivated

in STOP mode, the engine restarts

immediately.

In this case the "ECO" warning lamp

flashes for few seconds, then goes

off.

This operation is perfectly normal.

Reactivation

Operating fault

Maintenance

Press the "ECO OFF" switch again.

The system is active again; this is confirmed

by the switch warning lamp going off and a

message in the instrument panel.

Before doing anything under the

bonnet, deactivate the Stop & Start

system to avoid any risk of injury

resulting from automatic operation of

START mode.

This system requires a specific 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 malfunction 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. 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 only

by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

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Lane departure warning system

Activation

Operating fault

)

Press this button, the indicator lamp comes

on.

In the event of a malfunction,

the service warning lamp comes

on, accompanied by an audible

signal and a message in the screen.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

Deactivation

)

Press this button again, the indicator lamp

goes off.

The status of the system remains in the

memory when the ignition is switched off.

The detection may be impeded:

-

if the sensors are dirty (mud,

snow...),

if the markings on the ground are

worn,

if there is little contrast between the

markings on the ground and the

road surface.

Detection

System which detects the involuntary crossing

of longitudinal traffic lane markings on the

ground (solid or broken line).

You are warned by the vibration of the driver's

seat cushion:

Sensors, fitted below the front bumper, trigger a

warning if the vehicle drifts over a lane marking

(speed higher than 50 mph (80 km/h)).

This system is particularly useful on motorways

and main roads.

-

on the right-hand side, if the marking on the

ground has been crossed on the right,

on the left-hand side, if the marking on the

ground has been crossed on the left.

-

No warning is transmitted while the direction

indicator is active and for approximately

20 seconds after the direction indicator is

switched off.

A warning may be transmitted if a direction

marking (e.g. arrow) or non-standard marking

(e.g. graffiti) is crossed.

The lane departure warning system

cannot, in any circumstances, replace

the need for vigilance and responsibility

on the part of the driver.

Blind spot sensors

Operation

This driving assistance system warns the driver

of the presence of another vehicle in the blind

spot angle of their vehicle (areas masked from

the driver's field of vision), as soon as this

presents a potential danger.

A warning lamp 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.

)

On switching on the ignition, or engine

running, press this button to activate the

function; the warning lamp comes on.

Sensors fitted in the front and rear bumpers

monitor the blind spots.

This system is designed to improve safety when driving and is in no circumstances a

substitute for the use of the interior rear view mirror and door mirrors. It is the driver's

responsibility to constantly check the traffic, to asses the distances and relative speeds of

other vehicles and to predict their movements before deciding whether to change lane.

The blind spot sensor system can never replace the vigilance and responsibility of the

driver.

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The alert is given by a warning lamp which

comes on in the door mirror on the side in

question as soon as a vehicle - car, lorry,

cycle - is detected and the following conditions

are fulfilled:

-

all the vehicles must be moving in the same

direction,

the speed of your vehicle is between 7 and

75 mph (12 and 140 km/h),

the difference in speed between your

vehicle and the other vehicles must be less

than 6 mph (10 km/h),

-

the traffic must be flowing normally,

in the case of an overtaking manoeuvre,

if this is prolonged and the vehicle being

overtaken remains in the blind spot,

you are driving on a straight or slightly

curved road,

No alert will be given in the following situations:

-

when overtaking (or being overtaken by) a

-

in the presence of stationary objects

(parked vehicles, barriers, street lamps,

road signs...),

very long vehicle (lorry, coach...) which is

at the same time detected at the rear in the

blind spot angle and present in the driver's

forward field of vision,

in very heavy traffic: vehicles detected in

front and behind are confused with a lorry

or a stationary object,

-

with vehicles moving in the opposite

direction,

driving on a sinuous road or a sharp corner,

your vehicle is not pulling a trailer,

a caravan...

-

when overtaking quickly.

Operating fault

In the event of a fault, the warning lamp in the

The system may suffer temporary

interference in certain weather

conditions(rain, hail...).

button flashes then goes off.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

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).

In bad or wintry weather, ensure that

the sensors are not covered by mud,

ice or snow.

Take care not to cover the warning

zone in the door mirrors or the

detection zones on the front and rear

bumpers with adhesive labels or other

objects; they may hamper the correct

operation of the system.

)

To deactivate the system, press this button

again; the warning lamp goes off.

The state of the system remains in memory on

switching off the ignition.

The system is automatically

deactivated when towing with a towbar

approved by CITROËN.

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Memorising speeds

This memorisation of speeds applies to both the speed limiter and the cruise control.

You can memorise up to 5 speeds in the system. By default, a few speeds are already memorised.

With your Audio system

With the eMyWay satellite

navigation system

Access

)

Go to the main menu by pressing the

"MENU" button.

Select the "Personalisation-configuration"

menu and confirm.

Select "Vehicle parameters" menu and

confirm.

Select the "Driving assistance" line and

conform.

Select "Speeds memorised" line and

confirm.

Modify the speed.

Select "OK" and confirm to save the

modifications.

)

Press the "MEM" button to display the list

of speeds memorised.

)

Go to the main menu by pressing the left

hand thumb wheel at the bottom of the

steering wheel.

Select the "Vehicle parameters" menu and

confirm.

Select the "Driving assistance" line and confirm.

Select the "Speeds memorised" line and

confirm.

Selection

To select a memorised speed:

)

press and hold the "+" or "-" button; the

system stops at the nearest memorised

speed,

press and hold again the "+" or "-" button to

select another memorised speed.

)

Modify the speed.

Select "OK" and confirm to save the

modifications.

)

A reminder of the speed and the state of the

system (on/off) is displayed in the instrument

panel.

For safety reasons, the driver must

only carry out these operations when

stationary.

These operations are only possible

when stationary with this system.

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 no longer has

any effect.

Steering mounted controls

Displays in the instrument panel

Operation

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

beyond the point of resistance.

To return to the programmed speed, simply

release the accelerator pedal.

The functions of this system are grouped

together on the steering mounted controls.

1. Speed limiter mode selection dial.

2. Programmed value decrease button.

3. Programmed value increase button.

4. Speed limiter on/off button.

The programmed information is grouped

together in the instrument panel screen.

6. Speed limiter on/off indication.

7. Speed limiter mode selection indication.

8. Programmed speed value.

The programmed speed remains in the memory

when the ignition is switched off.

9. Selection of a memorised speed.

(see "Memorising speeds")

5. List of memorised speeds display button.

(see "Memorising speeds")

The speed limiter cannot, in any

circumstances, replace the need to

respect speed limits, nor can it replace

the need for vigilance and responsibility

on the part of the driver.

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Programming

Exiting the speed limiter mode

)

Turn dial 1 to the "0" position: the speed

)

Turn dial 1 to the "LIMIT" position: the

speed limiter mode is selected but is not

switched on (Pause).

limiter mode is deselected. It disappears

from the screen.

You do not have to switch the speed limiter on

in order to set the speed.

Operating fault

In the event of a fault with the speed limiter,

the speed is cleared resulting in flashing of the

dashes.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

)

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,

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

If speed memorisation is available and activated on your vehicle, the

programmed speed will stop at the closest memorised speed; refer the

the corresponding paragraph.

)

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:

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.

Returning to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or

unintentional deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the

flashing of the programmed speed.

-

ensure that the mat is positioned

correctly,

-

do not fit one mat on top of another.

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

Operation

The cruise control is switched on manually: it

requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph

(40 km/h) and engagement of:

-

fourth gear on the manual gearbox,

second gear on the electronic gearbox

system or automatic gearbox, in sequential

driving mode,

-

position A on the electronic gearbox

system or D on an automatic gearbox.

The functions of this system are grouped

together on the steering mounted controls.

1. Cruise control mode selection dial.

2. Speed programming/value decrease

button.

3. Speed programming/value increase button.

4. Cruise control off/resume button.

5. Memorised speeds display button.

(see "Memorising speeds")

The programmed information is grouped

together in the instrument panel screen.

6. Cruise control off/resume indication.

7. Cruise control mode selection indication.

8. Programmed speed value.

The cruise control is switched off manually

or by pressing the brake or clutch pedal or

on triggering of the ESP system 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.

9. Selecting a stored speed.

(see "Storing speeds")

Switching off the ignition cancels any

programmed speed value.

The cruise control system cannot, in

any circumstances, replace the need to

respect speed limits, nor can it replace

the need for vigilance and responsibility

on the part of the driver.

You are advised to keep your feet near

the pedals at all times.

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Programming

Operating fault

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.

)

Turn dial 1 to the "CRUISE" position: the

cruise control mode is selected but is not

switched on (Pause).

Set the programmed speed by accelerating

to the required speed, then press button 2

or 3 (e.g.: 70 mph (110 km/h)); the cruise

control system is activated (ON).

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

-

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

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.

On steep climbs or when towing, the

programmed speed may not be reached or

maintained.

If storing speeds is available and activated on your vehicle, the

programmed speed will stop at the closest stored speed; refer to the

corresponding section.

)

Stop the cruise control system by pressing button 4: this is

confirmed in the screen (Pause).

)

Switch on the cruise control again with another press on button 4.

Exceeding the programmed speed

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.

To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:

-

ensure that the mat is positioned

correctly,

never fit one mat on top of another.

Exiting cruise control mode

)

Turn dial 1 to the "0" position: the cruise control mode is deselected.

It disappears from the screen.

Parking space sensors

Operation

System which measures the parking space

available between two vehicles or obstacles.

It measures the size of the space and gives you

information on:

You have identified a parking space:

Displays in the instrument panel

)

Press button A to select the function.

Operate the direction indicator on the

side where the space is to be measured;

a message is displayed to confirm that

measurement is in progress.

The parking space sensor function

warning lamp can have two different

states:

-

the possibility of fitting into a free space,

depending on the dimensions of your

vehicle and the distances needed for

manoeuvring,

-

on fixed: the function is selected by a

press on control A.

off: the function is not selected,

)

During measurement, go forward the

length of the space, at a speed less than

12 mph (approx. 20 km/h), to prepare for

your manoeuvre.

Once the measurement has been

completed, the system informs you of

the level of difficulty of the manoeuvre

by a message in the multifunction screen

accompanied by an audible signal.

-

the level of difficulty of the manoeuvre to

be performed.

The system does not measure spaces which

are clearly much smaller or larger than the size

of the vehicle.

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The function displays the following types of message:

The function deselects itself automatically:

The system remains available after each

measurement and can therefore measure

several spaces in succession.

In poor or wintry weather, ensure that the

sensors are free of dirt, ice or snow.

The parking space sensor system deactivates

the front parking sensors when measuring

forwards.

-

when you engage reverse gear,

when you switch off the ignition,

if measuring is not requested,

within five minutes of selection of the

function,

-

if the vehicle speed exceeds the

threshold of 45 mph (approx. 70 km/h) for

one minute.

Parking possible

If the lateral distance between your vehicle and

the parking space is too large, the system may

not be able to measure the space.

If there is a fault, have the system

checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

Parking difficult

Parking not advised

Parking sensors

Rear parking sensors

This system indicates the proximity of an

obstacle (person, vehicle, tree, gate, etc.) which

comes within the field of detection of sensors

located in the bumper.

The system is switched on by engaging reverse

gear. This is accompanied by an audible signal.

The system is switched off when you exit

reverse gear.

Certain types of obstacle (stake, roadworks

cone, etc.) detected initially will no longer be

detected at the end of the manoeuvre due to

the presence of blind spots.

Audible assistance

The proximity information is given by an

intermittent audible signal, the frequency of which

increases as the vehicle approaches the obstacle.

The sound emitted by the speaker (right or left)

indicates the side on which the obstacle is located.

When the distance between the vehicle and

the obstacle becomes less than approximately

thirty centimetres, the audible signal becomes

continuous.

Visual assistance

This supplements the audible signal by

displaying bars in the multifunction screen

which move progressively nearer to the vehicle.

When the obstacle is near, the "Danger"

symbol is also displayed in the screen.

This function cannot, in any

circumstances, take the place of the

vigilance and responsibility of the

driver.

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Front parking sensors

Operating fault

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).

The front parking sensors are interrupted if

the vehicle stops for more than three seconds

in forward gear, if no further obstacles are

detected or when the speed of the vehicle

exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).

In the event of a malfunction of

the system, when reverse gear

is engaged this warning lamp

Deactivation/Activation of the

front and rear parking sensors

is displayed in the instrument panel and/or a

message appears in the screen, accompanied

by an audible signal (short beep).

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

In bad weather or in winter, ensure

that the sensors are not covered with

mud, ice or snow. When reverse gear is

engaged, an audible signal (long beep)

indicates that the sensors may be dirty.

When the vehicle is moving at a speed

below 6 mph (10 km/h), certain sound

sources (motorcycle, lorry, pneumatic

drill, etc.) may trigger the audible

The sound emitted by the speaker

(front or rear) indicates whether the

obstacle is in front or behind.

The function is deactivated by pressing this button.

The indicator lamp in the button comes on.

Pressing this button again reactivates the

function. The indicator lamp in the button goes

off.

signals of the parking sensor system.

The function will be deactivated

automatically if a trailer is being towed

or a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle

fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier

recommended by CITROËN).

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