Get Instruments -> Warning and indicator lamps Guide for Citroen Spacetourer Van First Generation (2019-2024)

Instruments

Choice of display mode

Display areas

Customisation of the 12-inch

colour instrument panel

1

You can modify the appearance of the

instrument panel, by choosing:

-

a coloured ambience,

a display mode.

As a safety measure, these adjustments should

be carried out with the vehicle stationary.

Each mode corresponds to the type of

information displayed in the configuration zone.

F Turn the knob located to the left of the

steering wheel to display and scroll through

the different modes on the right hand-side

of the instrument panel,

Choice of language

It depends on the configuration of the touch

screen.

Certain languages are not available for this

instrument panel, English is selected by default.

Whatever the display mode or coloured

ambience selected, the instrument panel

includes:

F once the desired display mode appears,

press on the knob to validate.

-

a fixed display area A with:

Choice of coloured ambience

•

the speedometer,

the warning and indicator lamps,

the fuel gauge,

the various information reminders and

warning messages,

or

Perform changes when the vehicle is stationary:

F

Press this button in the

"Settings" menu of the touch

screen.

-

a configurable display area B.

Most warning and indicator lamps do not have

a fixed position.

The system restarts to take the modifications

on the touch screen and instrument panel into

account.

The warning and indicator lamps are displayed

from right to left in order of priority.

For certain functions that have indicator lamps

for both operation and for deactivation, there is

only one dedicated location.

F Press the end of the lighting control stalk

to display and scroll through the different

modes on the right hand-side of the

instrument panel,

9

Instruments

-

"Driving": display of the rev counter and

driving information (inter-vehicle time, etc.)

F once the selected display mode appears,

it is automatically applied after a few

moments with no action on the control stalk.

-

"Personal": choice of information to be

displayed in each of the 2 display zones

(1/3 central and 1/3 right) among:

•

trip computer,

media,

navigation,

driving aids,

rev counter,

engine coolant temperature gauge,

no information (blank).

-

"Navigation": display of current navigation

information (map and instructions).

-

"Dials": permanent display of the trip

computer and the rev counter.

"Minimal": no information displayed.

Lighting dimmer

Allows manual adjustment of the brightness

of the instrument panel and touch screen

according to the exterior brightness.

10

Instruments

Only works when the vehicle lamps are on,

except daytime running lamps.

F In the Settings menu, select "Brightness".

F Adjust the brightness by pressing the

arrows or moving the slider.

Black panel (touch screen)

1

F In the Settings menu, select "Dark". The

screen goes off.

F Press the screen again (anywhere on its

surface) to switch it on again.

Two buttons

Black panel (comfortable

night driving display)

When driving at night, this function allows

certain instrument panel displays to be

switched off so as to reduce visual fatigue for

the driver.

The essential driving information, such as the

vehicle speed, warning and indicator lamps,

the cruise control or speed limiter, remains

displayed in the instrument panel.

Warning and indicator

lamps

Displayed as symbols, the warning and

indicator lamps inform the driver of the

occurrence of a malfunction (warning lamps) or

of the operating status of a system (operation

or deactivation indicator lamps). Certain lamps

light up in two ways (fixed or flashing) and/or in

several colours.

With the exterior lighting on, press button A to

increase the brightness of the instruments and

controls and the ambience of the vehicle or

button B to reduce it.

Using the steering mounted

control

Associated warnings

As soon as the lighting reaches the required

level of brightness, release the button.

The illumination of a lamp can be accompanied

by an audible signal and/or a message

displayed in a screen.

Relating the type of alert to the operating status

of the vehicle allows you to determine whether

the situation is normal or a fault has occurred:

refer to the description of each lamp for further

information.

Touch screen

F With the exterior lighting on, press this

button to activate the black panel.

F Press the button once again to deactivate it.

11

Instruments

When the ignition is switched on

Certain red or orange warning lamps come on

for a few seconds when the ignition is switched

on. These warning lamps should go off as soon

as the engine is started.

Persistent warning lamp

When the engine is running or the vehicle is

being driven, the illumination of a red or orange

warning lamp indicates a fault that needs

further investigation, using any associated

message and the description of the warning

lamp in the documentation.

Where a warning lamp remains lit

The references (1), (2) and (3) in the warning

and indicator lamp description indicate whether

you should contact a qualified professional

in addition to the immediate recommended

actions.

(1): You must stop as soon as it is safe to do

so and switch off the ignition.

(2): Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

(3): Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

12

Instruments

List of warning and indicator lamps

1

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

Red warning/indicator lamps

STOP

Fixed, associated

Indicates a serious fault with the

engine, braking system, power

steering or a major electrical fault.

Carry out (1) and then (2).

with another warning

lamp, accompanied

by the display of

a message and an

audible signal.

Engine oil

pressure

Fixed.

There is a fault with the engine

lubrication system.

Carry out (1) and then (2).

Brakes

Fixed.

The brake fluid level has dropped

significantly.

Carry out (1), then top up with brake fluid that

complies with the manufacturer's recommendations.

If the problem persists, carry out (2).

Fixed.

The electronic brake force

Carry out (1) and then (2).

distribution (EBFD) system is faulty.

+

13

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

Electric parking

brake

Fixed.

The electric parking brake is applied.

Flashing.

The electric parking brake is not

applied automatically.

The application/release is faulty.

Carry out (1): park on flat level ground (horizontally).

With a manual gearbox, engage a gear.

With an automatic gearbox, select mode P.

Switch off the ignition and carry out (2).

Operating fault

(with electric

parking brake)

Fixed, accompanied

by the message

"Parking brake fault".

The parking brake is not operating

at maximum efficiency and cannot

ensure parking the vehicle in

Make your vehicle safe:

F Park on a level surface.

F With a manual gearbox, engage a gear.

F With an automatic gearbox, with P selected, place

the chocks supplied against one of the wheels.

Then carry out (2).

+

complete safety in all situations.

+

Maximum

coolant

temperature

Fixed.

The temperature of the cooling

system is too high.

Carry out (1), then wait until the engine has cooled

down before topping up to the required level if

necessary. If the problem persists, carry out (2).

Battery charge

The battery charging circuit has

a fault (dirty or loose terminals, slack

or cut alternator belt, etc.).

Clean and retighten the terminals. If the warning lamp

does not go off when the engine is started, carry out (2).

14

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

1

Door open*

Fixed, associated with A door, the boot, the tailgate or

a message identifying the tailgate screen is still open

the access.

An audible signal

supplements the alert

if the speed is higher

than 6 mph (10 km/h).

Close the access.

(depending on version).

Seat belt not

fastened/

unfastened

Fixed or flashing,

accompanied by an

audible signal.

A seat belt has not been fastened or

has been unfastened.

Orange warning/indicator lamps

Operating fault

(with electric

parking brake)

Fixed.

The electric parking brake has

a fault.

Carry out (3) quickly.

Fixed, accompanied

by the message

"Parking brake fault".

You can no longer immobilise the

vehicle with the engine running.

If manual application and release are not working, the

electric parking brake control lever is faulty.

The automatic functions must be used at all times and

are automatically reactivated in the event of failure of

the control lever.

+

Carry out (2).

*

Only with digital monochrome instrument panel.

15

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

Operating fault

(with electric

parking brake)

Fixed, accompanied

by the message

"Parking brake fault".

The parking brake is faulty: manual

and automatic functions may not be

working.

When stationary, to immobilise your vehicle:

F Pull and hold the control lever for approximately

7 to 15 seconds, until the warning lamp comes on

in the instrument panel.

+

If this procedure does not work, make your vehicle

safe:

+

F Park on a level surface.

F If you have a manual gearbox, engage a gear.

F With an automatic gearbox, select P, then put the

supplied chocks against one of the wheels.

Then carry out (2).

Deactivation of

the automatic

functions (with

electric parking

brake)

Fixed.

The "automatic application" (on

switching off the engine) and

"automatic release" (on acceleration) The brake can be applied or released manually.

functions are deactivated.

In the event of a fault, illumination of

this warning lamp is accompanied by

a message.

Carry out (3) if automatic application/release is no

longer possible.

Automatic

application

(with electric

Fixed, accompanied

by the message

"Parking brake fault".

The automatic application is not

available, the parking brake can only

be used manually.

Use the electric parking brake control lever.

If automatic release is also not available, use manual

release.

+

parking brake)

Anti-lock Braking Fixed.

System (ABS)

The anti-lock braking system has

a fault.

The vehicle retains conventional braking.

Drive carefully at reduced speed, then carry out (3).

16

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

Service

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

1

Temporarily on,

accompanied by the

display of a message.

One or more minor faults have

been detected for which there is no

specific warning lamp.

Identify the cause of the fault using the message

displayed in the instrument panel.

You can deal with certain anomalies yourself, for

example an open door or the start of saturation of the

particle filter.

For any other problems, such as a fault with the tyre

under-inflation detection system, carry out (3).

Fixed, accompanied

by the display of

a message.

One or more major faults have

been detected for which there is no

specific warning lamp.

Identify the cause of the fault using the message

displayed in the instrument panel, then carry out (3).

Fixed, accompanied

by the message

Automatic release of the electric

parking brake is unavailable.

Use manual release.

'Parking brake fault'.

Service warning lamp

fixed and service

spanner flashing then

fixed.

The servicing interval has been

exceeded.

Only with BlueHDi Diesel versions.

Your vehicle must be serviced as soon as possible.

+

(1): You must stop as soon as it is safe to do

so and switch off the ignition.

(2): Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

(3): Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

17

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

AdBlue^®

(access via the

boot)

Fixed, on switching

on the ignition,

accompanied by an

audible signal and

The remaining driving range is

between 1,500 and 375 miles

(2,400 and 600 km).

Top up the AdBlue^®as soon as possible, or carry out (3).

a message indicating the

remaining driving range.

AdBlue^®warning lamp The driving range is less than

You must top up the AdBlue^®to avoid a breakdown,

flashing and Service

warning lamp fixed,

accompanied by an

audible signal and

a message indicating

the remaining driving

range.

375 miles (600 km).

or carry out (3).

+

AdBlue^®warning lamp

flashing and Service

warning lamp fixed,

accompanied by an

audible signal and

a message indicating

that starting is

The AdBlue^®tank is empty: the

starting inhibition system required

by legislation prevents starting of the

engine.

To restart the engine, top up the AdBlue^®or carry out (2).

It is essential to add at least 5 litres of AdBlue^®to its

tank.

prevented.

18

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

1

AdBlue^®

(access via the

fuel filler flap)

On for around

The remaining driving range is

between 1,500 and 500 miles

(2,400 and 800 km).

Top up the AdBlue^®.

30 seconds when

starting the vehicle,

accompanied by

a message indicating

the remaining driving

range.

Fixed, on switching on

The remaining driving range is

Top up the AdBlue^®as soon as possible, or carry

the ignition, accompanied between 500 and 62 miles (800 and

out (3).

by an audible signal and

a message indicating the

remaining driving range.

100 km).

Flashing,

The driving range is less than

62 miles (100 km).

You must top up the AdBlue^®to avoid starting

being prevented, or carry out (3).

accompanied by an

audible signal and

a message indicating

the remaining driving

range.

Flashing,

The AdBlue^®tank is empty: the

starting prevention system required

by legislation prevents starting of the

engine.

To restart the engine, top up the AdBlue^®or carry out (2).

It is essential to add at least 5 litres of AdBlue^®to its

tank.

accompanied by an

audible signal and

a message indicating

that starting is

prevented.

19

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

SCR emissions

control system

(BlueHDi Diesel)

Fixed on switching on the

ignition, associated with

the Service and engine

diagnostic warning

A fault with the SCR emissions

control system has been detected.

This alert disappears once the exhaust emissions

return to normal levels.

+

lamps, accompanied by

an audible signal and

a message.

Flashing on switching

on the ignition,

Depending on the message

displayed, you can continue driving

for up to 685 miles (1,100 km) before

the engine starting prevention

system is triggered.

Carry out (3) as soon as possible to avoid

a breakdown.

associated with the

Service and engine

diagnostic warning

lamps, accompanied by

an audible signal and

a message indicating

the remaining driving

range.

Flashing on switching

on the ignition,

An engine immobiliser prevents

the engine from restarting (over

the authorised driving limit after

confirmation of a fault with the

emissions control system).

To start the engine, carry out (2).

associated with the

Service and engine

diagnostic warning

lamps, accompanied

by an audible signal

and a message.

(1): You must stop as soon as it is safe to do

so and switch off the ignition.

(2): Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

(3): Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

20

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

1

Engine

diagnostic

system

Flashing.

The engine management system has There is a risk that the catalytic converter will be destroyed.

a fault.

Carry out (2) without fail.

Fixed.

The emissions control system has

a fault.

The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.

Carry out (3) quickly.

Collision Risk

Alert/Active

Safety Brake

Fixed, accompanied

by the display of

a message.

The system has been deactivated,

via the vehicle configuration menu.

Flashing.

The system is operating.

The system has a fault.

The vehicle brakes briefly so as to reduce the speed

of collision with the vehicle ahead.

Fixed, accompanied

by a message and an

audible signal.

Carry out (3).

Dynamic

Flashing.

The DSC/ASR regulation is activated

if there is a loss of grip or trajectory.

stability control

(DSC)/Anti-slip

regulation (ASR)

Fixed.

The DSC/ASR system has a fault.

Carry out (3).

Emergency

brake anomaly

(with electric

Fixed, accompanied

by the message

"Parking brake fault".

Emergency braking does not have

full power.

If automatic release is not available, use manual

release.

+

parking brake)

21

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

Under-inflation

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

Fixed, accompanied

by an audible signal

and a message.

The pressure in one or more tyres is

too low.

Check the pressure of the tyres as soon as possible.

Reinitialise the detection system after adjusting the

pressure.

Under-inflation

The system is faulty: tyre pressures

are no longer monitored.

Under-inflation detection is no longer monitored.

As soon as possible, check the pressure of the tyres

and carry out (3).

warning lamp flashing

then fixed and Service

warning lamp fixed.

+

Diesel engine

pre-heating

Temporarily on.

When switching on the ignition, if the

weather conditions and the engine

temperature make it necessary.

Wait until the warning lamp goes off before starting.

When the warning lamp goes off, starting is

immediate if you press and hold:

-

the clutch pedal with a manual gearbox.

the brake pedal with an automatic gearbox.

If the engine does not start, switch the ignition off and

then on, wait until the warning lamp goes off again,

then start the engine.

Airbags

Fixed.

One of the airbags or seat belt

pretensioners is faulty.

Carry out (3).

Front passenger Fixed.

airbag (ON)

The front passenger airbag is

activated.

The control is in the "ON" position.

In this case, do NOT install a "rearward facing"

child seat on the front passenger seat – Risk of

serious injury!

(1): You must stop as soon as it is safe to do

so and switch off the ignition.

(2): Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

(3): Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

22

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

1

Passenger

airbag system

Flashing.

The passenger airbag system is

defective.

Carry out (3).

Fixed.

The front passenger airbag is

deactivated.

The control is in the "OFF" position.

You can install a "rearward facing" child seat, unless

there is a fault with the airbags (Airbags warning lamp

on).

Low fuel level

Fixed, accompanied

by an audible signal

and a message.

When it first comes on, there

remains approximately 6 litres of

fuel in the tank (reserve).

Refuel without delay to avoid running out of fuel.

Never drive until completely empty, this could

damage the emissions and injection systems.

Lane Departure

Warning System

Fixed.

The system has been automatically

deactivated or placed on standby.

Flashing.

You are about to cross a broken

lane marking without operating the

direction indicators.

The system is activated, then corrects the trajectory

on the side of the lane marking detected.

Fixed, accompanied

by the display of

a message and an

audible signal.

The system has a fault.

Carry out (3).

+

Stop & Start

Fixed, accompanied

by the display of

a message.

The Stop & Start system is

deactivated.

The engine will not switch off at the next traffic stop.

Reactivate the function via the touch screen

configuration menu.

23

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

Foot on the

brake*

Fixed.

Omission or insufficient pressure on

the brake pedal.

With an automatic gearbox, with the engine running,

before releasing the parking brake, to move out of

position P.

Foot on the

clutch*

Fixed.

Stop & Start: the change to START

mode is rejected because the clutch

pedal is not fully depressed.

Fully depress the clutch pedal.

Rear foglamp

The lamp is on.

Green warning/indicator lamps

Stop & Start

Fixed.

When the vehicle stops, the Stop &

Start puts the engine into STOP mode.

Flashing temporarily.

STOP mode is momentarily

unavailable or START mode is

automatically triggered.

Park Assist

Fixed.

The function is active.

Blind spot

monitoring

The function has been activated.

*

Only with digital monochrome instrument panel.

24

Instruments

Warning/indicator lamp

State

Cause

Actions/Observations

1

Left-hand

direction

indicator

Flashing with audible

signal.

The direction indicators are on.

Right-hand

direction indicator signal.

Flashing with audible

Fixed.

The direction indicators are on.

The lamps are on.

Sidelamps

Dipped beam

headlamps

Fixed.

The lamps are on.

Directional

headlamps

Flashing.

The directional headlamps system

has a fault.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

Front foglamps

Fixed.

The front foglamps are on.

Automatic

wiping

Fixed.

Automatic windscreen wiping is

activated.

Automatic

headlamp

dipping

The function has been activated in

the touch screen (Driving menu).

The lighting control stalk is in the

"AUTO" position.

+

or

Blue warning/indicator lamps

Main beam

headlamps

Fixed.

The main beams are on.

25

Instruments -> Warning and indicator lamps for Your Citroen Spacetourer Van First Generation (2019-2024)

Related Topics

Instruments

Popular Owner Manuals

Latest Owner Manuals