Citroën C5 Aircross (2022 year). Manual in english - page 5

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Lighting and visibility

If the driver's door is opened, a temporary 

audible signal warns the driver that the lamps 

are on.

They will go off automatically after a period 

of time that depends on the level of charge in 

the battery (entering energy economy mode).

Switching off of the lamps when the 

ignition is switched off

When the ignition is switched off, all of the 

lamps turn off immediately, except for dipped 

beam headlamps if automatic guide-me-home 

lighting is activated.

In some weather conditions (e.g. low 

temperature or humidity), misting on the 

internal surface of the glass of the headlamps 

and rear lamps is normal, and will disappear 

after the lamps have been on for a few 

minutes.

Never look too closely at the light beam 

of LED technology lamps - risk of serious 

eye injury!

 

 

Travelling abroad

If planning to use your vehicle in a 

country that drives on the other side of the 

road, the dipped beam headlamps must be 

adjusted to avoid dazzling oncoming drivers. 

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop.

Daytime running lamps/

Sidelamps

These LED lamps at the front and rear of the 

vehicle light up automatically when the engine 

starts.

They perform the following functions:

–  Daytime running lamps (lighting control stalk 

at position 

"AUTO

" with adequate ambient light).

–  Sidelamps (lighting control stalk at position 

"

AUTO

" with low ambient light or "Sidelamps 

only" or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").

Direction indicators

 

 

►  Left or right: lower or raise the lighting control 

stalk, beyond the point of resistance.

If you keep the direction indicators on for 

more than 20 seconds, the volume of the 

audible signal will increase if the speed is 

above 50 mph (80 km/h).

Three flashes

►  Press briefly upwards or downwards, without 

going beyond the point of resistance; the 

direction indicators will flash 3 times.

Parking lamps

(Depending on version)

Vehicle side marking by lighting the sidelamps 

on the traffic side only.

►  Within one minute after switching off the 

ignition, operate the lighting control stalk 

upwards or downwards, depending on the side 

of the traffic (e.g. when parking on the right, push 

the lighting control stalk down to light up on the 

left).

This is confirmed by an audible signal and the 

lighting of the corresponding direction indicator 

lamp on the instrument panel.

►  To switch off the parking lamps, return the 

lighting control stalk to the central position.

Automatic illumination of 

lamps

With the lighting control stalk in the “

AUTO

” 

position and if a low level of exterior brightness 

is detected by the rain/sunshine sensor, the 

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sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are 

switched on automatically, without any action on 

the part of the driver. They may also come on if 

rain is detected, at the same time as automatic 

operation of the windscreen wipers.

As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient 

level or after the windscreen wipers are switched 

off, the lamps are switched off automatically.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction of the rain/

sunshine sensor, the vehicle’s lamps 

come on and this warning lamp is displayed on 

the instrument panel, accompanied by an 

audible signal and/or the display of a message.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor 

located at the top centre of the 

windscreen behind the interior rear view 

mirror; the associated functions would no 

longer be controlled.

In fog or snow, the rain/sunshine sensor 

may detect sufficient light. For this 

reason, the lighting will not come on 

automatically.

The inner surface of the windscreen may 

become misted up and affect the proper 

operation of the rain/sunshine sensor.

In humid and cold weather, demist the 

windscreen regularly.

Guide-me-home and 

welcome lighting

Guide-me-home lighting

Automatic

With the ring of the lighting control stalk in the 

"

AUTO

" position and when the light is poor, the 

dipped beam headlamps come on automatically 

when the ignition is switched off.

You can activate/deactivate this function 

and adjust the guide-me-home lighting 

duration in the 

Driving

/

Vehicle

 touch screen 

menu.

Manual

 

 

►  With the ignition off, pull the lighting control 

stalk toward you ("headlamp flash") to activate/

deactivate the function.

Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off 

automatically after a period of time.

Automatic exterior welcome 

lighting

With the "Automatic illumination of lamps" 

function activated and when the light is poor, the 

sidelamps, dipped beam headlamps and door 

mirror spotlamps come on automatically when 

the vehicle is unlocked.

The activation, deactivation and duration 

of the exterior welcome lighting are set in 

the 

Driving

/

Vehicle

 touch screen menu.

Door mirror spotlamps

These spotlamps facilitate access to the vehicle 

by lighting the ground near the front doors.

When the front courtesy lamp switch is in 

this position, the spotlamps come on 

automatically:

–  when the vehicle is unlocked.

–  when a door is opened.

–  when a request to locate the vehicle is 

received from the remote control.

Whatever the position of the front courtesy lamp 

switch, they also come on with the welcome 

lighting and guide-me-home lighting functions.

They go off automatically after 30 seconds.

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Headlamp beam height 

adjustment

 

 

 

 

To avoid dazzling other road users, the height 

of these headlamp beams must be adjusted 

according to the load in the vehicle.

0 (Initial setting)

Driver only or driver + front passenger

1

5 people

4

5 people + load in the boot

5

Driver only + load in the boot

This information is provided as a guide only. 

Depending on version, the unused positions may 

be required.

Automatic lighting 

systems - General 

recommendations

The automatic lighting systems use a detection 

camera, located at the top of the windscreen.

Operating limits

The system may be disrupted or not work 

correctly:

–  When visibility conditions are poor 

(e.g. snowfall, heavy rain).

–  If the windscreen is dirty, misted-up or 

masked (e.g. sticker) in front of the camera.

–  If the vehicle is facing highly reflective signs 

or safety barrier reflectors.

The system is not able to detect:

–  Road users that do not have their own 

lighting, such as pedestrians.

–  Vehicles with hidden lighting (e.g. travelling 

behind a safety barrier on the motorway).

–  Vehicles at the top or bottom of a steep 

slope, on winding roads, on crossroads.

Maintenance

Clean the windscreen regularly, 

particularly the area in front of the camera.

The internal surface of the windscreen can 

also become misted around the camera. 

In humid and cold weather, demist the 

windscreen regularly.

Do not allow snow to accumulate on the 

bonnet or roof of the vehicle as this could 

obstruct the camera.

Automatic headlamp 

dipping

For more information, refer to the 

General recommendations for 

automatic lighting systems

.

With the ring of the lighting control stalk in the 

"

AUTO

" position and the function activated on 

the touch screen, this system automatically 

switches between dipped and main beam 

headlamps, according to lighting and traffic 

conditions, using a camera located at the top of 

the windscreen.

 

 

This system is a driving aid.

The driver remains responsible for 

the vehicle's lighting, its correct use in the 

prevailing light, visibility and traffic conditions, 

and for compliance with driving and vehicle 

regulations.

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The system becomes operational when 

the vehicle exceeds 16 mph (25 km/h).

When the speed falls below 9 mph (15 km/h), 

the function is no longer operational.

Activation/Deactivation

The settings are changed via the 

Driving/

Vehicle

 touch screen menu.

When deactivated, the lighting system changes 

to "automatic illumination of headlamps" mode.

The state of the system is stored when the 

ignition is switched off.

Operation

If the ambient light level is very low and traffic 

conditions permit:

–  The main beam headlamps 

come on automatically. These 

indicator lamps light up on the instrument panel.

If the ambient light level is sufficient and/or the 

traffic conditions do not allow the main beam 

headlamps to be lit:

–  The dipped beam headlamps 

remain lit. These indicator lamps 

light up on the instrument panel.

The function is deactivated if the foglamps 

are switched on or if the system detects poor 

visibility conditions (e.g. fog, heavy rain, 

snowfall).

When the foglamps are switched off or when the 

visibility conditions become favourable again, the 

function is automatically reactivated.

This indicator lamp goes out when the 

function is deactivated.

Pause

If the situation requires a change of headlamp 

beam, the driver can take over at any time.

►  Switch the headlamps manually between 

dipped and main beam to pause the function.

If the "AUTO" and "Dipped beam" indicator 

lamps were on, the system changes to main 

beam.

If the "AUTO" and "Main beam" indicator lamps 

were on, the system changes to dipped beam.

►  To reactivate the function, once again switch 

the headlamps manually between dipped and 

main beam.

Cornering lighting

(Only on versions equipped with halogen 

foglamps)

This system makes use of the beam from a front 

foglamp to illuminate the inside of a bend, when 

the main or dipped beam headlamps are on and 

the vehicle speed is below 25 mph (40 km/h) 

(urban driving, winding road, junctions, parking 

manoeuvres).

 

 

Without/With cornering lighting

Activation / Deactivation

It is set via the 

Driving / Vehicle

 touch 

screen menu.

Switching on/off

This system starts:

–  when the corresponding direction indicator is 

switched on.

or

–  from a certain angle of rotation of the steering 

wheel.

It becomes inactive:

–  below a certain angle of rotation of the 

steering wheel.

–  above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

–  when reverse gear is engaged.

Wiper control stalk

Before operating the wipers in wintry 

conditions, clear any snow, ice or frost 

from the windscreen and around the wiper 

arms and blades.

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Do not operate the wipers on a dry 

windscreen. In extremely hot or cold 

weather, check that the wiper blades are not 

stuck to the windscreen before operating the 

wipers.

After using an automatic car wash, you 

may temporarily notice abnormal noises 

and poorer wiping performance.  You do not 

need to replace the wiper blades.

Without AUTO wiping

 

 

 

 

With AUTO wiping

 

 

Windscreen wipers

►  To select the wiping speed: raise or lower the 

stalk to the desired position.

Fast wiping (heavy rain) 

Normal wiping (moderate rain) 

Intermittent wiping (proportional to the 

vehicle’s speed)

Off

 

Single wipe (press down and release). 

or

Automatic wiping 

Refer to the corresponding section.

In position 

1

 or 

2

, the wiping frequency is 

automatically reduced when the speed of 

the vehicle drops below 3 mph (5 km/h).

When the speed is above 6 mph (10 km/h) 

again, the wiping frequency returns to the 

original frequency (fast or normal).

After switching off the ignition, a slight 

movement of the windscreen wipers to 

store them under the bonnet may occur.

If the ignition has been switched off with 

the windscreen wiper active, it is 

necessary to operate the control stalk to 

reactivate the wiping when the ignition is 

switched on (unless the ignition is off for less 

than 1 minute).

Windscreen wash

►  Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and 

hold.

A final wiping cycle is performed when 

screenwashing ends.

The windscreen wash jets are 

incorporated into the tip of each wiper 

arm.

Screenwash fluid is sprayed along the length 

of the wiper blade. This improves visibility and 

reduces screenwash fluid consumption.

To avoid damaging the wiper blades, do 

not operate the screenwash if the 

screenwash reservoir is empty.

Only operate the screenwash if there is no 

risk of the fluid freezing on the windscreen 

and hindering visibility. During the winter 

period, use "very cold climate" rated products.

Never top up with water.

Rear wiper

 

 

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►  Turn the ring to align the desired symbol with 

the marking.

Off

 

Intermittent wiping 

Screenwash-wipe 

Reverse gear

When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper 

will come into operation automatically if the front 

windscreen wipers are operating.

The system is activated or deactivated via the 

vehicle settings menu in the screen.

This function is activated by default.

In the event of accumulation of snow or 

hard frost or if a bicycle carrier is fitted to 

a towing device, deactivate the automatic rear 

wiper via the touch screen's 

Driving/ Vehicle

 

menu.

Rear screenwash

►  Turn the ring all the way towards the 

dashboard and hold.

The screenwash and the wiper operate for as 

long as the ring remains turned.

A final wiping cycle is performed when 

screenwashing ends.

Automatic windscreen 

wipers

In 

AUTO

 mode, the windscreen wipers operate 

automatically and adapt to the intensity of the 

rainfall.

Detection is via a rain/brightness sensor, located 

at the top centre of the windscreen behind the 

rear view mirror.

Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor.

When using an automatic car wash, 

switch off the automatic wipers and the 

ignition.

In winter, wait until the windscreen is 

completely clear of ice before activating the 

automatic wipers.

Switching on

 

 

►  Give a short downwards push to the control 

stalk.

A wiping cycle confirms that the instruction has 

been accepted.

This indicator lamp lights up on the 

instrument panel, accompanied by a 

message.

Switching off

►  Give the control stalk another brief push 

downwards or set the control stalk to another 

position (

Int

, 

1

 or 

2

).

This indicator lamp goes off on the 

instrument panel, accompanied by a 

message.

If the ignition has been off for more than 

one minute, the automatic wipers must 

be reactivated by pushing the control stalk 

downwards.

Malfunction

If a fault occurs with the automatic wipers, the 

wipers operate in intermittent mode.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

Special position of the 

windscreen wipers

This maintenance position is used while cleaning 

or replacing the wiper blades. It can also be 

useful, in wintry weather (ice, snow), to release 

the wiper blades from the windscreen.

To maintain the effectiveness of the flat 

wiper blades, it is advisable to:

–  handle them with care.

–  clean them regularly using soapy water.

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–  avoid using them to hold cardboard on the 

windscreen.

–  replace them at the first signs of wear.

Before removing a windscreen wiper blade

 

 

Operating the wiper control stalk immediately 

after switching off the ignition will place the wiper 

blades in a vertical position.

►  Proceed with the desired operation or the 

replacement of the wiper blades.

After refitting a windscreen wiper blade

►  To return the wiper blades to their initial 

position after the operation, switch on the ignition 

and operate the wiper control stalk.

Changing a wiper blade

Removing/Refitting at the front

 

 

►  Carry out these wiper blade replacement 

operations from the driver's side.

►  Starting with the wiper blade farthest from 

you, hold each arm by the rigid section and raise 

it as far as possible.

Take care not to hold the arms at the jet 

locations.

Do not touch the wiper blades - risk of 

irreparable deformation.

Do not release them while moving them. Risk 

of damaging the windscreen!

►  Clean the windscreen using screenwash 

fluid.

Do not apply "Rain X" type water-

repellent products.

►  Unclip the worn wiper blade closest to you 

and remove it.

►  Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the 

arm.

►  Repeat the procedure for the other wiper 

blade.

►  Starting with the wiper blade closest to you, 

once again hold each arm by the rigid section, 

then guide it carefully onto the windscreen.

Removing/refitting at the rear

►  Hold the arm by the rigid section and raise it 

as far as possible.

►  Clean the rear screen using screenwash 

fluid.

►  Unclip the worn wiper blade and remove it.

►  Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the 

arm.

►  Once again hold the arm by the rigid section, 

then guide it carefully onto the rear screen.

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General safety 

recommendations

Do not remove the labels attached in 

different places on your vehicle. They 

include safety warnings as well as 

identification information for the vehicle.

For all work on your vehicle, use a 

qualified workshop that has the technical 

information, skills and equipment required, all 

of which a CITROËN dealer is able to 

provide.

Depending on country regulations, 

certain safety equipment may be 

mandatory: high visibility safety vests, 

warning triangles, breathalysers, spare bulbs, 

spare fuses, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud 

flaps at the rear of the vehicle, etc.

Installing electrical accessories:

–  The fitting of electrical equipment or 

accessories not approved by CITROËN may 

cause excessive current consumption and 

faults and failures with the electrical system 

of your vehicle. Contact a CITROËN dealer 

for information on the range of approved 

accessories.

–  As a safety measure, access to the 

diagnostic socket, used for the vehicle's 

electronic systems, is reserved strictly for 

CITROËN dealers or qualified workshops, 

equipped with the special tools required (risk 

of malfunctions of the vehicle's electronic 

systems that could cause breakdowns or 

serious accidents). The Manufacturer cannot 

be held responsible if this advice is not 

followed.

–  Any modification or adaptation not intended 

or authorised by CITROËN or carried out 

without meeting the technical requirements 

defined by the Manufacturer will result in the 

suspension of the commercial warranty.

Installation of accessory radio 

communication transmitters

Before installing a radio communication 

transmitter with an external aerial, you must 

without fail contact a CITROËN dealer for 

the specification of transmitters which can 

be fitted (frequency, maximum power, aerial 

position, specific installation requirements), 

in line with the Vehicle Electromagnetic 

Compatibility Directive (2004/104/EC).

Declarations of conformity for radio 

equipment

The relevant certificates are available on the 

brand website:

http://service.citroen.com/ACddb/

Hazard warning lamps

 

 

 

 

►  Pressing the red button causes all the 

direction indicators to flash.

They can operate with the ignition off.

Automatic operation of 

hazard warning lamps

When braking in an emergency, depending on 

the rate of deceleration, the hazard warning 

lamps come on automatically. They switch off 

automatically when you next accelerate.

They can be turned off by pressing the button 

again.

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Horn

 

 

►  Press the central part of the steering wheel.

Pedestrian horn 

(Rechargeable hybrid)

This system alerts pedestrians that the vehicle 

is approaching, when driving in 

Electric

 mode 

(100% electric driving).

The pedestrian horn operates once the vehicle 

is moving and at speeds of up to 19 mph 

(30 km/h), in forward or reverse gear.

This function cannot be deactivated.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, this warning 

lamp lights up on the instrument panel.

* In accordance with the general conditions of use of the service, available from dealers and subject to technological and technical limitations.

** Depending on the geographic coverage provided by the "eCall (SOS)" and "ASSISTANCE" systems. 

The list of countries covered and the telematic services provided is available from dealers or on the website for your country.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

Emergency or assistance 

call

 

 

 

 

eCall (SOS)

Your vehicle may be fitted with the eCall (SOS) 

system either as standard or as an option.

The eCall (SOS) system provides direct contact 

to the emergency services and is fully built 

into the vehicle. This contact is made either 

automatically via the sensors built into the 

vehicle, or by pressing button 

1

.

According to the country of sale, the eCall (SOS) 

system corresponds to the systems PE112, 

ERAGLONASS, 999, etc.

The eCall (SOS) system is activated by default.

►  To make an emergency call manually, press 

button 

1

 for more than 2 seconds.

The lit indicator lamp and a voice message 

confirm that the call has been made to the 

emergency services*.

The eCall (SOS) system immediately locates 

your vehicle and puts you in contact with the 

appropriate emergency services**.

►  Pressing again immediately cancels the 

request.

The indicator lamp flashes while the vehicle 

data is being sent, and then remains lit when 

communication is established.

In the event that a serious accident is 

detected by the sensors built into the 

vehicle, such as the airbag control unit, an 

emergency call is made automatically.

The eCall (SOS) system is a public 

service of general interest and is 

free-of-charge.

System operation

–  Upon switching on the ignition, if the indicator 

lamp lights up red, then green, and then goes 

out: the system is operating correctly.

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–  If the indicator lamp is fixed red: system 

malfunction

–  If the indicator lamp flashes red: replace the 

emergency battery. 

In the latter two cases, emergency and 

assistance call services may not work.

Contact a dealer or a qualified repairer as soon 

as possible.

The system fault does not prevent the 

vehicle from being driven.

Data processing

All processing of personal information 

by the "Localised Emergency Call" system 

(PE112) complies with the framework for 

protection of personal information established 

by Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) and 

Directive 2002/58/EC of the European 

Parliament and the Council, and in particular, 

seeks to protect the vital interests of the 

data subject, in accordance with Article 6.1, 

paragraph d) of Regulation 2016/679.

Personal information processing is strictly 

limited to the management of the "Localised 

Emergency Call" system used with the “112” 

European single emergency call number.

The "Localised Emergency Call" system is 

able to collect and process only the following 

* Depending on the geographic coverage of the "eCall (SOS)" and "ASSISTANCE" systems and the official national language chosen by the owner of the 

vehicle. 

The list of countries covered and the telematic services provided is available from dealers or on the website for your country.

data relating to the vehicle: chassis number, 

type (passenger vehicle or light commercial 

vehicle), fuel type or power source, most 

recent three locations and direction of travel, 

and a timestamped log file recording the 

automatic activation of the system.

The recipients of the processed data are the 

emergency call handling centres designated 

by the relevant national authorities in the 

territory in which they are located, enabling 

priority reception and handling of calls to the 

“112” emergency number.

Data storage

Data contained in the system’s memory 

is not accessible from outside the system until 

a call is made. The system is not traceable 

and is not continuously monitored in its 

normal operating mode. 

The data in the system's internal memory is 

automatically and continuously erased. Only 

the vehicle’s three most recent locations are 

stored.

When an emergency call is triggered, the data 

log is stored for no more than 13 hours.

Access to data

You have the right to access the data 

and, if necessary, submit a request to 

rectify, erase or restrict the processing of 

any personal information not processed in 

accordance with the provisions of Regulation 

2016/679 (GDPR). Third parties to which data 

has been communicated shall be notified of 

any rectification, erasure or restriction carried 

out in accordance with the aforementioned 

Directive, unless doing so would be 

impossible or require a disproportionate effort. 

You also have the right to lodge a complaint 

with the relevant data protection authority.

ASSISTANCE

►  If the vehicle breaks down, press button 

2

 

for more than 2 seconds to request assistance 

(confirmed by a voice message*).

►  Pressing again immediately cancels the 

request.

Privacy mode allows you to manage the 

level of sharing (data and/or position) 

between your vehicle and the CITROËN 

brand.

It can be configured in the 

Settings

 menu on 

the touch screen.

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By default, depending on equipment, 

deactivate/reactivate geolocation by 

simultaneously pressing the 2 buttons, then 

press the "Localised Assistance Call" button 

to confirm.

If you purchased your vehicle outside the 

CITROËN dealer network, we invite you 

to have a dealer check the configuration of 

these services and, if desired, modify them to 

suit your wishes. In a multilingual country, 

configuration is possible in the official national 

language of your choice.

For technical reasons, in particular to 

improve the quality of telematic services 

for customers, the Manufacturer reserves the 

right to carry out updates to the vehicle's 

on-board telematic system at any time.

If you benefit from the Citroën Connect 

Box offer with the SOS and Assistance 

Pack included, there are additional services 

available to you in your personal space, via 

the website for your country.

For information about the SOS and 

Assistance Pack, please refer to the general 

conditions for these services.

Electronic stability control 

(ESC)

The electronic stability control programme 

includes the following systems:

–  Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Electronic 

brake force distribution (EBFD).

–  Emergency braking assistance (EBA).

–  Anti-slip regulation (ASR).

–  Dynamic stability control (DSC).

–  Intelligent traction control.

–  Trailer stability assist (TSA).

Anti-lock braking system 

(ABS)/Electronic brake force 

distribution (EBFD)

These systems enhance the vehicle’s stability 

and handling during braking, and enable greater 

control while cornering, particularly on poor or 

slippery road surfaces.

ABS prevents wheel locking in the event of 

emergency braking.

Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) 

manages overall braking pressure on each 

individual wheel.

► 

When braking in an emergency, depress 

the pedal very firmly and maintain this 

pressure.

Normal operation of the ABS may make 

itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake 

pedal.

The fixed illumination of this warning lamp 

signals that there is a fault with the ABS.

The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive 

carefully at a moderate speed.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

This warning lamp, when lit together with 

the 

STOP

 and ABS warning lamps, 

accompanied by a message and an audible 

signal, indicates an EBFD malfunction.

You must stop the vehicle.

Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off 

the ignition.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop.

When changing wheels (tyres and rims), 

ensure that these are approved for your 

vehicle.

After an impact

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or 

a qualified workshop.

Emergency braking 

assistance (EBA)

This system reduces the emergency stopping 

distance, by optimising the braking pressure.

It is triggered in relation to the speed at which 

the brake pedal is depressed. The effect of this 

is a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and 

an increase in braking efficiency.

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Anti-slip regulation (ASR) 

/ Dynamic stability control 

(DSC)

Anti-slip regulation (or traction control) optimises 

traction by using engine braking and by applying 

the brakes on the driving wheels to avoid one 

or more wheels spinning. It also enhances the 

vehicle's directional stability.

If there is a difference between the vehicle’s 

trajectory and the path desired by the driver, the 

dynamic stability control system automatically 

uses engine braking and the brakes on one or 

more wheels to return the vehicle to the desired 

path, within the limits of the laws of physics.

These systems are activated automatically every 

time the vehicle is started.

These systems are activated in the event 

of a problem with grip or trajectory 

(confirmed by this warning lamp flashing on the 

instrument panel).

Deactivation/Reactivation

In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle 

which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft 

ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate 

these systems, so that the wheels can turn freely 

and regain grip.

Deactivation is possible up to 19 mph (30 km/h).

Reactivate the systems as soon as the level of 

grip permits.

The settings are changed via the 

Driving/

Vehicle

 touch screen menu.

Deactivation is confirmed by the lighting 

of this indicator lamp on the instrument 

panel and the display of a message.

These systems are reactivated automatically 

every time the ignition is switched off, or at 

speeds over 31 mph (50 km/h).

Reactivation is manual below 31 mph (50 km/h).

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, this warning 

lamp comes on on the instrument panel, 

accompanied by the display of a message and 

an audible signal.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

ASR/DSC

These systems enhance safety during 

normal driving, but should not encourage 

the driver to take extra risks or drive at high 

speed.

It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain, snow, 

ice) that the risk of loss of grip increases. It 

is therefore important for your safety to keep 

these systems activated in all conditions, and 

particularly in difficult conditions.

Correct operation of these systems depends 

on compliance with the manufacturer's 

recommendations relating to the wheels 

(tyres and rims), braking and electronic 

components, as well as the assembly and 

repair procedures provided by CITROËN 

dealers.

In order to ensure that these systems remain 

effective in wintry conditions, the use of snow 

or all-season tyres is recommended. All four 

wheels must be fitted with tyres approved for 

your vehicle.

All tyre specifications are listed on the 

tyre/paint label. For more information 

on 

Identification markings

, refer to the 

corresponding section.

Intelligent traction control 

("Snow motion")

(Depending on version)

The intelligent traction control system helps 

improve grip when driving on snow.

This system detects situations of poor surface 

grip that could make it difficult to move off 

or make progress on deep fresh snow or 

compacted snow.

In these situations, the system limits the amount 

of wheel spin to provide the best traction and 

trajectory control for the vehicle.

The use of winter tyres is strongly 

recommended on slippery surfaces.

Trailer stability assist (TSA)

When towing, this system reduces the risk of the 

vehicle or trailer snaking.

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Operation

The system is activated automatically when the 

ignition is switched on.

The electronic stability control system (ESC) 

must not have any faults.

The vehicle speed must be between 37 and 99 

mph (60 and 160 km/h).

If the system detects that the trailer is 

snaking, it applies the brakes to stabilise 

the trailer and reduces engine power, if 

necessary, to slow the vehicle (indicated by the 

flashing of this warning lamp on the instrument 

panel and the brake lamps coming on).

For information on weights and towed loads, 

refer to the 

Engine technical data and towed 

loads

 section or your vehicle’s registration 

certificate.

To ensure safe driving with a 

Towing device

, 

refer to the corresponding section.

Malfunction

If a fault occurs, this warning lamp lights 

up on the instrument panel, accompanied 

by a message and an audible signal.

To continue towing a trailer, reduce speed and 

drive carefully!

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

The trailer stability control system 

provides an extra safety feature under 

normal driving conditions, when following the 

recommendations for use of trailers and 

current legislation in force in your country. It 

must not encourage the driver to take extra 

risks, such as using a trailer in unsuitable 

conditions of operation (e.g. excessive load, 

exceeded nose weight, worn or under-inflated 

tyres, faulty braking system) or driving at 

excessive speed.

In certain cases, the system may not detect 

trailer snaking, particularly with a light trailer.

When driving on slippery or poor surfaces, the 

system may not be able to prevent sudden 

trailer snaking.

Advanced Grip Control

This special patented traction control system 

improves grip on snow, mud and sand.

For optimum grip on snow, it is 

recommended that you fit the vehicle 

with winter tyres.

For optimum system performance, contact a 

CITROËN dealer to choose the most suitable 

tyres.

Activation/Deactivation

 

 

 

 

►  Press the 

DRIVE MODE

 button; the various 

modes are displayed on the instrument panel.

►  Select “

Snow

”, “

Mud

” or “

Sand

” depending 

on the context.

The chosen mode continues to be displayed in 

the instrument panel.

►  To deactivate, select “

Normal

” mode or any 

other driving mode.

The system is automatically deactivated when 

the ignition is switched off.

Operating modes

Snow

This mode constantly adapts the level of wheel 

spin to offer maximum traction according to the 

snow conditions (a lot of wheel spin in thick 

snow; very little on ice). The wheel spin is also 

adapted to the conditions encountered when 

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driving uphill by optimising the acceleration of 

the vehicle.

(mode active up to 50 mph (80 km/h))

Mud

This mode, when moving off, allows considerable 

spin on the wheel with the least grip to optimise 

clearing of the mud and to regain grip. At the 

same time, the wheel with the most grip is 

controlled in such a way as to transmit as much 

traction torque as possible.

When moving, the system optimises wheel spin 

to respond to the driver's requirements as fully 

as possible.

(mode active up to 31 mph (50 km/h))

Sand

This mode allows little spin on the two driving 

wheels at the same time to allow the vehicle to 

move forward and limit the risks of getting stuck 

in the sand.

(mode active up to 75 mph (120 km/h))

Do not use the other modes on sand as 

the vehicle may become stuck.

Recommendations

The vehicle is designed principally 

to drive on tarmac roads, but it may 

occassionally drive on other less passable 

terrain.

However, it does not permit off-road driving:

–  Driving on terrain that can damage the 

underbody or tear off elements (e.g. fuel 

pipe, fuel cooler) by obstacles or stones in 

particular.

–  Driving on terrain with steep gradients and 

poor grip.

–  Crossing a waterway.

Hill Assist Descent 

Control

Hill Assist Descent Control system for medium to 

steep slopes, on tarmac or other road surfaces 

(e.g. gravel, mud).

This system reduces the risk of slip or loss of 

control of the vehicle when descending, whether 

going forward or in reverse.

During a descent, the system assists the driver 

in maintaining a constant speed, depending on 

the gear engaged, while progressively releasing 

the brakes.

For the system to activate, the gradient 

must be greater than 5%.

The system can be used with the gearbox in 

neutral.

Otherwise, engage a gear corresponding to 

the speed to prevent the engine stalling.

With an automatic gearbox, the system can 

be used with the selector at 

N

, 

D

 or 

R

.

When the system is regulating, the Active 

Safety Brake system is automatically 

deactivated.

The system is no longer available if the 

speed of the vehicle is:

–  above 43 mph (70 km/h).

–  managed by the Adaptive cruise control, 

depending on the type of gearbox.

Operation

Switching on

By default, the system is not selected.

The state of the function is not saved when the 

ignition is switched off.

The driver can select the system when the 

engine is running, when the vehicle is stationary 

or when moving at speeds up to approximately 

31 mph (50 km/h).

 

 

 

 

With instrument panels with dials

►  To select the system, at speeds below 

31 mph (50 km/h), press this button until 

its indicator lights up; this lamp appears in green 

in the instrument panel.

The system becomes active at speeds below 19 

mph (30 km/h).

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With digital instrument panel

►  To select the system, at speeds below 

31 mph (50 km/h), press this button until 

its green indicator lamp comes on; this lamp 

appears in grey in the instrument panel.

►  The system becomes active at speeds 

below 19 mph (30 km/h); this indicator 

lamp comes on in green in the instrument panel.

►  When the vehicle begins its descent, you can 

release the accelerator and brake pedals; the 

system regulates the speed:

–  if the gearbox is in first or second gear, 

the speed decreases and the 

indicator lamp flashes rapidly,

–  if the gearbox is in neutral or if the clutch pedal 

is depressed, the speed decreases and the 

indicator lamp flashes slowly; in this case, the 

maintained descent speed is lower.

On a descent, with the vehicle stationary, if you 

release the accelerator and brake pedals, the 

system will release the brakes to set the vehicle 

gradually in motion.

The brake lamps light up automatically when the 

system is regulating.

If the speed exceeds 19 mph (30 km/h), 

regulation is paused automatically, the 

indicator lamp goes back to grey in the 

instrument panel, but the green indicator lamp in 

the button remains on.

Regulation resumes automatically when the 

speed falls below 19 mph (30 km/h) again, if the 

slope and pedal release conditions are met.

You can depress the accelerator or brake pedal 

again at any time.

Switching off

►  Press the button until its indicator lamp goes 

off; the indicator lamp on the instrument panel 

goes off.

At speeds above 43 mph (70 km/h), the system 

is automatically deactivated; the indicator lamp in 

the button goes off.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, a message is 

displayed on the instrument panel.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

Seat belts

Inertia reel

The seat belts are equipped with an inertia 

reel which allows the strap length to adjust 

automatically to the shape of the user. The seat 

belt returns to its storage automatically when it 

is not used.

The inertia reels are fitted with a device which 

automatically locks the strap in the event of a 

collision, emergency braking or if the vehicle rolls 

over. It can be released by pulling the strap firmly 

and then releasing it so that it reels in slightly.

Pyrotechnic pretensioning

This system improves safety in the event of a 

frontal or side impact.

Depending on the severity of the impact, the 

pyrotechnic pretensioning system instantly 

tightens the seat belts against the body of the 

occupants.

The pyrotechnic pretensioning seat belts are 

enabled when the ignition is on.

Force limiting system

This system reduces the pressure of the seat 

belt on the chest of the occupant, thus improving 

their protection.

In the event of an impact

Depending on the nature and 

seriousness of the impacts, the pyrotechnic 

device may trigger before and independently 

of airbag deployment. Deployment of the 

pretensioners is accompanied by a slight 

discharge of harmless smoke and a noise, 

due to the activation of the pyrotechnic 

cartridge incorporated in the system.

In all cases, the airbag warning lamp comes 

on.

Following an impact, have the seat belt 

system checked, and if necessary replaced, 

by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop.

Front seat belts

The front seat belts are fitted with a pyrotechnic 

pretensioning system and a force limiting 

system.

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Height adjustment

 

 

►  To adjust the height of the anchorage point, 

squeeze control 

A

 and slide it to the notch 

desired.

Rear seat belts

 

 

Each of the rear seats has a three-point seat belt 

with inertia reel.

The outer seats are fitted with a pyrotechnic 

pretensioning and force limiting system.

Fastening

►  Pull the strap, then insert the tongue in the 

buckle.

►  Check that the seat belt is fastened correctly 

by pulling the strap.

Unfastening

►  Press the red button on the buckle.

►  Guide the seat belt as it is reeled in.

►  On the side seat belts, raise the bar to the 

top of the backrest to prevent the tongue from 

knocking against the side trim.

Rear central seat belt

The seat belt for the rear central seat is 

integrated into the roof.

Installation

 

 

►  Pull the strap and insert the tongue 

A

 into the 

left buckle (located on the passenger’s right side 

when seated in the vehicle).

►  Insert the tongue 

B

 into the right buckle 

(located on the passenger’s left side when 

seated in the vehicle).

►  Check that each buckle is fastened correctly 

by pulling the strap.

Removal and storage

►  Press the red button on buckle 

B

, then the 

black button on buckle 

A

.

►  Guide the strap as it reels in and offer up 

tongue 

B

, then 

A

 to the magnet at the anchoring 

point on the roof.

Before performing any operations on the 

rear seats, to avoid damage to the seat 

belts, check that the outer seat belts are 

properly tensioned and attach the tongues to 

their anchorage points. The central seat belt 

must be completely reeled in.

Seat belt not fastened/

unfastened alerts

 

 

 

 

Not fastened/unfastened warning lamp