Citroën C4 (2022 year). Manual in english - page 7

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–  The level of charge in the battery must be 

sufficient.

–  The temperature of the engine must be within 

its nominal operating range.

–  The outside temperature must be between 

0°C and 35°C.

Putting the engine into standby 

(STOP mode)

The engine automatically enters standby mode 

as soon as the driver indicates their intention to 

stop:

– 

With a manual gearbox

: with the gear lever 

in neutral and the clutch pedal released.

– 

With an automatic gearbox

: with the gear 

selector in mode 

D

 or 

M

, the brake pedal 

depressed until the vehicle stops or the gear 

selector in mode 

N

, with the vehicle stationary.

Time counter

A time counter adds up the time spent in standby 

during the journey. It is reset to zero every time 

the ignition is switched on.

Special cases:

The engine will not go into standby if the 

conditions for operation are not met and in the 

following cases:

–  Steep slope (ascending or descending).

–  Vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph (10 km/h) 

since the last engine start (with the key or the 

START/STOP

 button).

–  Needed to maintain a comfortable temperature 

in the passenger compartment.

–  Demisting active.

In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes 

for a few seconds, then goes off.

After the engine has restarted, STOP 

mode is not available until the vehicle 

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

During parking manoeuvres, STOP mode 

is not available for a few seconds after 

coming out of reverse gear or turning the 

steering wheel.

Restarting the engine (START mode)

The engine automatically restarts as soon as the 

driver indicates the intention of moving off again:

With a manual gearbox

: with the clutch pedal 

fully depressed.

With an automatic gearbox:

–  With the selector in mode 

D

 or 

M

: with the 

brake pedal released.

–  With the selector in mode 

N

 and the brake 

pedal released: with the selector at 

D

 or 

M

.

–  With the selector in mode 

P

 and the brake 

pedal depressed: with the selector at 

R

, 

N

, 

D

 

or 

M

.

–  With reverse gear engaged.

Special cases

The engine will restart automatically if the 

conditions for operation are met again and in the 

following cases:

–  With a manual gearbox: vehicle speed 

exceeds 2.5 mph (4 km/h).

–  With an automatic gearbox, in mode 

N

, vehicle 

speed exceeds 0.6 mph (1 km/h).

In these cases, this indicator lamp flashes 

for a few seconds, then goes off.

Malfunctions

In the event of a fault with the system, this 

warning lamp flashes for a few moments 

on the instrument panel, then remains on, 

accompanied by the display of a message.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

The vehicle stalls in STOP mode

All of the instrument panel warning lamps come 

on if there is a fault.

►  Switch off the ignition then start the engine 

again with the key or the "

START/STOP

" button.

12 V battery

The Stop & Start system requires a 

12 V battery of specific technology and 

specification.

All work must be carried out only by a 

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop

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Tyre under-inflation 

detection

This system alerts the driver if one or more tyres 

suffer a drop in pressure.

The alert is raised when the vehicle is moving, 

not when stationary.

It compares the information given by the wheel 

speed sensors with 

reference values, which 

must be reinitialised every time the tyre 

pressures are adjusted or a wheel changed

.

It takes into account the last values stored 

during the reinitialisation request. It is therefore 

essential that the tyre pressure is correct during 

the operation. This operation is the driver’s 

responsibility.

The tyre under-inflation detection cannot, 

in any circumstances, replace the need 

for vigilance on the part of the driver.

This system does not avoid the need to 

regularly check the tyre pressures (including 

the spare wheel), especially before a long 

journey.

Driving with under-inflated tyres, particularly 

in adverse conditions (heavy load, high 

speed, long journey):

–  worsens road-holding.

–  lengthens braking distances.

–  causes premature wear of the tyres.

–  increases energy consumption.

The inflation pressures defined for the 

vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure 

label.

For more information on the 

Identification 

markings

, refer to the corresponding section.

Checking tyre pressures

This check should be done monthly 

when the tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped for 

1 hour or after a journey of less than 6 miles 

(10 km) at moderate speeds).

Otherwise, add 0.3 bar to the pressures 

shown on the label.

Snow chains

The system does not have to be 

reinitialised after fitting or removing snow 

chains.

Under-inflation alert

This is signalled by the fixed illumination 

of this warning lamp, accompanied by an 

audible signal and, depending on equipment, the 

display of a message.

►  Reduce speed immediately, avoid excessive 

steering movements and avoid sudden braking.

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

so.

The loss of pressure detected may not 

always cause visible deformation of the 

tyre.

Do not rely on just a visual check.

►  Using a compressor, such as the one in 

the temporary puncture repair kit, check the 

pressures of all four tyres when cold.

►  If it is not possible to carry out this check 

immediately, drive carefully at reduced speed.

►  In the event of a puncture, use the 

temporary puncture repair kit or the spare wheel 

(depending on equipment).

Driving too slowly may not ensure 

optimum monitoring.

The alert is not immediately triggered in the 

event of a sudden loss of pressure or tyre 

blow-out. This is because analysis of the 

values read by the wheel's speed sensors 

can take several minutes.

The alert may be delayed at speeds below 

25 mph (40 km/h), or when adopting a sporty 

driving mode.

The alert is kept active until the system is 

reinitialised.

Reinitialisation

►  The system must be reinitialised after any 

adjustment to the pressure of one or more tyres, 

and after changing one or more wheels.

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Before reinitialising the system, make 

sure that the pressures of the four tyres 

are correct for the conditions of use of the 

vehicle and conform to the values written on 

the tyre pressure label.

Check the pressures of the four tyres before 

performing the reinitialisation.

The system does not advise if a pressure is 

incorrect at the time of reinitialisation.

With the vehicle stationary, the system is 

reinitialised via the 

Driving/Vehicle

 touch 

screen menu.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, 

these warning lamps light up on 

the instrument panel.

A message appears, accompanied by an audible 

signal.

In this case, the tyre under-inflation monitoring 

function is no longer performed.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

Non-standard or 'space-saver' spare 

wheel

The use of this type of spare wheel may 

suspend tyre pressure monitoring.

In this case, the malfunction warning lamp 

comes on and disappears once the wheel 

has been replaced by one of uniform size (the 

same as the others), the pressure readjusted 

and the reinitialisation carried out.

ConnectedCAM Citroën

(Depending on country of sale)

 

 

This camera, installed at the top of the 

windscreen and connected wirelessly, allows 

you to:

–  Take photos and videos on demand and share 

them.

–  Send the vehicle's GPS coordinates to a 

smartphone.

–  Record videos automatically in the event of a 

vehicle impact.

As the use of the ConnectedCAM 

Citroën

®

 is under your control and your 

responsibility, you must comply with the 

regulations for the protection of personal data 

(e.g. images of other people, vehicle number 

plates, protected buildings, etc.). Check first 

that your insurance company accepts the 

footage collected from the ConnectedCAM 

Citroën

®

 as evidence.

Without exception, any action which the 

driver takes concerning the camera must 

be 

with the vehicle stationary

.

Operation

To use all camera functions, you must perform 

the following operations:

►  Download the 

ConnectedCAM 

Citroën

 application onto a smartphone.

►  Pair the smartphone with the camera 

following the instructions given by the 

application.

Pairing is necessary at the first connection. After 

this it will be automatic.

The default pairing code is: "ConnectedCAM".

On/Off

►  Press and hold this button to switch 

the camera on/off (confirmed by the 

indicator lamp coming on/going off).

When the camera is switched on, video 

recording is automatic and permanent.

The status of the function is stored when the 

ignition is switched off.

Managing photos and videos

►  Press this button briefly to take a 

photo.

An audible signal confirms that the request has 

been acknowledged.

►  Press and hold this button to record a video.

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A micro USB socket also allows the data from 

the camera to be saved onto other media such 

as computers, tablets, etc.

Thanks to the 

ConnectedCAM Citroën

 

application, you can then automatically and 

immediately share your photos and videos on 

social networks or by email.

An audible signal confirms that the request has 

been acknowledged.

Resetting the system

►  Press and hold these 2 buttons 

simultaneously to reset the 

system.

This action erases all data recorded in the 

camera and reinitialises the camera’s default 

pairing code.

 For safety reasons, the driver must not 

use the ConnectedCAM Citroën 

application from a smartphone while driving. 

He or she must perform any action requiring 

sustained attention when the vehicle is 

stationary.

Malfunction

When a system fault occurs, the indicator 

lamp in the button flashes.

Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer 

or a qualified workshop.

Driving and manoeuvring 

aids - General 

recommendations

Driving and manoeuvring aids cannot, in 

any circumstances, replace the need for 

vigilance on the part of the driver.

The driver must comply with the Highway 

Code, must remain in control of the vehicle in 

all circumstances and must be able to retake 

control of it at all times. The driver must adapt 

the speed to climatic conditions, traffic and 

the state of the road.

It is the driver's responsibility to constantly 

monitor traffic conditions, assess the distance 

and relative speed of other vehicles, and 

anticipate their manoeuvres before using the 

direction indicator and changing lanes.

These systems do not make it possible to 

exceed the laws of physics.

Driving aids

You should hold the steering wheel with 

both hands, always use the door and interior 

mirrors, always leave your feet close to the 

pedals and take a break every 2 hours.

Manoeuvring aids

The driver must always check the 

surroundings of the vehicle before and during 

the whole manoeuvre, in particular using the 

mirrors.

Radar(s)

The operation of the radar(s), along with 

any associated functions, may be affected 

by the accumulation of dirt (e.g. mud, ice), 

in poor weather conditions (e.g. heavy rain, 

snow), or if the bumpers are damaged.

If the front bumper is to be repainted, contact 

a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop; 

certain types of paint could interfere with the 

operation of the radar(s).

 

 

Driving aids camera

This camera and its associated functions 

may be impaired or not work if the windscreen 

area in front of the camera is dirty, misty, 

frosty, covered with snow, damaged or 

masked by a sticker.

In humid and cold weather, demist the 

windscreen regularly.

Poor visibility (inadequate street lighting, 

heavy rain, thick fog, snowfall), dazzle 

(headlamps of an oncoming vehicle, low sun, 

reflections on a damp road, leaving a tunnel, 

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alternating shade and light) can also impair 

detection performance.

In the event of a windscreen replacement, 

contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop to recalibrate the camera; 

otherwise, the operation of the associated 

driving aids may be disrupted.

Other cameras

The images from the camera(s) 

displayed on the touch screen or on the 

instrument panel may be distorted by the 

terrain.

In the presence of areas in shade, or in 

conditions of bright sunlight or inadequate 

lighting, the image may be darkened and with 

lower contrast.

Obstacles may appear further away than they 

actually are.

Sensors

The operation of the sensors, as well as 

any associated functions, may be disrupted 

by noise pollution such as that emitted by 

noisy vehicles and machinery (e.g. lorries, 

pneumatic drills), by the accumulation of 

snow or dead leaves on the road or in the 

event of damaged bumpers and mirrors.

When reverse gear is engaged, an audible 

signal (long beep) indicates that the sensors 

may be dirty.

A front or rear impact to the vehicle can 

upset the sensors’ settings, which is not 

always detected by the system: distance 

measurements may be distorted.

The sensors do not systematically detect 

obstacles that are too low (pavements, studs) 

or too thin (trees, posts, wire fences).

Certain obstacles located in the sensors’ blind 

spots may not be detected or may no longer 

be detected during the manoeuvre.

Certain materials (fabrics) absorb sound 

waves: pedestrians may not be detected.

Maintenance

Clean the bumpers and door mirrors and 

the field of vision of the cameras regularly.

When washing your vehicle at high pressure, 

direct the spray from at least 30 cm away 

from the radar, sensors and cameras.

Mats/Pedal trims

The use of mats or pedal trims not 

approved by CITROËN may interfere with 

the operation of the speed limiter or cruise 

control.

To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:

–  Ensure that the mat is secured correctly.

–  Never fit one mat on top of another.

Units of speed

Ensure that the units of speed displayed 

on the instrument panel (mph or km/h) are 

those for the country you are driving in.

If this is not the case, when the vehicle is 

stationary, set the display to the required 

units of speed so that it complies with what is 

authorised locally.

In case of doubt, contact a CITROËN dealer 

or a qualified workshop.

Road signs recognition

For more information, refer to the 

General recommendations on the use 

of driving and manoeuvring aids

.

 

 

This system displays the maximum speed 

authorised locally on the instrument panel, using:

–  Speed limit signs detected by the camera.

–  Speed limit information from the navigation 

system’s mapping.

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–  Signs indicating a shared traffic zone detected 

by the camera.

Sign detected

Suggested speed 

(calculated)

Entry into a shared 

traffic zone

Example:

 

 

Without CITROËN 

Connect Nav

10 mph or 20 km/h 

(depending on 

the units on the 

instrument panel)

With CITROËN 

Connect Nav

Display of the speed 

in force in the country 

you are driving in.

–  Some supplementary traffic signs detected by 

the camera.

Supplementary 

traffic sign detected

Display of 

the speed 

associated with 

the supplementary 

traffic sign

Speed limit when 

raining

Examples:

 

 

If the wiper control 

stalk is in the 

"intermittent wipe" 

or "automatic wipe" 

position (in order 

to activate the rain 

sensor):

68 mph (110 km/h) 

(for example)

Speed limit when 

towing

 

 

If an approved towing 

device is fixed to the 

vehicle:

56 mph (90 km/h) 

(for example)

Speed limit 

applicable over a 

certain distance

Example:

 

 

43 mph (70 km/h) 

(for example)

Supplementary 

traffic sign detected

Display of 

the speed 

associated with 

the supplementary 

traffic sign

Speed limit for 

vehicles with a 

gross vehicle 

weight or gross 

train weight less 

than 3.5 tonnes

 

 

56 mph (90 km/h) 

(for example)

Speed limit in case 

of snow

Example:

 

 

If the outside 

temperature is below 

3°C:

19 mph (30 km/h) 

(for example)

with a "snowflake" 

symbol

Speed limit at 

certain times of the 

day

Example:

 

 

19 mph (30 km/h) 

(for example)

with a "clock" symbol

Navigation mapping should be regularly 

updated in order to receive accurate 

speed limit information from the system.

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The units for the speed limit (mph or 

km/h) depend on the country you are 

driving in.

This should be taken into account to ensure 

you observe the speed limit.

For the system to work properly when 

changing countries, the speed unit of the 

instrument panel must match that of the 

country you are driving in.

Automatic sign reading is a driving aid 

system and does not always display the 

correct speed limits.

The speed limit signs present on the road 

always take priority over those displayed by 

the system. 

The system is designed to detect signs that 

conform to the Vienna Convention on road 

signs.

Specific speed limits, such as those for 

heavy goods vehicles, are not displayed.

The display of the speed limit on the 

instrument panel is updated when passing 

a speed limit sign intended for cars (light 

vehicles).

Activation/Deactivation

By default, the system is automatically activated 

at every engine start.

The settings are changed via the 

Driving

/

Vehicle

 touch screen menu.

Information displayed on 

the instrument panel

 

 

1.

Detected speed limit indication

or

2.

End of speed limit indication

 

 

The system is active but is not detecting speed 

limit information.

 

 

On detecting speed limit information, the system 

displays the value.

 

 

For a suggested maximum speed, the first time 

that the vehicle exceeds it 

by more than 3 mph 

(5 km/h)

 (e.g. 59 mph (95 km/h)), the speed is 

displayed and flashes for 10 seconds (depending 

on version).

Operating limits

The system does not take account of reduced 

speed limits, especially those imposed in the 

following cases:

–  Atmospheric pollution.

– Towing.

–  Driving with a space-saver type spare wheel 

or snow chains fitted.

–  Tyre repaired using the temporary puncture 

repair kit.

–  Young drivers.

The system may not display the speed limit if it 

does not detect a speed limit sign within a preset 

period and in the following situations:

–  Road signs that are obstructed, non-standard, 

damaged or bent.

–  Obsolete or incorrect maps.

Speed setting 

recommendations

The driver can select the speed displayed by the 

Road signs recognition

 system as the speed 

setting for the speed limiter, cruise control or 

adaptive cruise control using the 

OK

 button.

In the event of rain detection, the system offers 

the driver a speed setting lower than the speed 

read/from the map in order to adapt to weather 

conditions (e.g.on motorways, the proposed 

speed is 68 mph (110 km/h) instead of 81 mph 

(130 km/h).

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For more information on the 

Speed 

limiter

, 

Cruise control

 or 

Adaptive 

cruise control

, refer to the corresponding 

sections.

Steering-mounted controls

 

 

 

 

1.

Select speed limiter mode

2.

Select cruise control mode

3.

Memorise the speed setting

Information displayed on the 

instrument panel

 

 

4.

Current speed setting

5.

Speed memorisation prompt

6.

Current speed limit indication

Memorising the speed setting

►  Switch on the speed limiter 

1-LIMIT

 or cruise 

control 

2

.

Information related to the speed limiter or cruise 

control is displayed.

When a new speed setting is detected, the 

system displays the value and “

OK?

“ flashes 

for a few seconds to suggest saving it as a new 

speed setting.

If there is a difference of less than 3 mph 

(5 km/h) between the speed setting and 

the speed displayed by the Road signs 

recognition, the "

OK?

“ symbol is not 

displayed.

Depending on the road conditions, several 

speeds may be displayed.

►  Press 

3-OK

 to confirm the new speed setting.

The display then reverts to its previous state.

Extended Traffic Sign 

Recognition

For more information, refer to the 

General recommendations on the use 

of driving and manoeuvring aids

.

 

 

This additional system recognises these road 

signs and displays them on the instrument panel 

if the appropriate display mode is selected:

– 

No entry:

 when entering a lane in the wrong 

direction, an alert message, including the symbol 

of this sign, is displayed on the instrument panel 

(request to check the direction of traffic).

– 

Other signs:

 as you approach it, the symbol 

of the corresponding sign is displayed on the 

instrument panel.

The actual road signs always take priority 

over the display from the system.

The signs must comply with the Vienna 

Convention on road signs.

Activation / Deactivation

It is set via the 

Driving

 / 

Vehicle

 touch 

screen menu.

Speed limiter

For more information, refer to the 

General recommendations on the use 

of driving and manoeuvring aids

.

This system prevents the vehicle from 

exceeding the speed programmed by the 

driver (speed setting).

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The speed limiter is switched on manually.

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

The speed setting remains in the system 

memory when the ignition is switched off.

Steering-mounted controls

 

 

 

 

1.

Speed limiter selection

2.

Switch on/pause the speed limiter at the 

previously saved speed setting

3.

Increase/Decrease the speed setting

4.

Activate the speed limiter at the previously 

saved speed setting

Use the speed suggested by the Road signs 

recognition function

For more information on the 

Road signs 

recognition

 function, refer to the corresponding 

section.

Information displayed on 

the instrument panel

 

 

5.

Speed limiter mode selection indication

6.

Speed limiter on (green)/pause (grey) 

indication

7.

Speed setting value

8.

Speed suggested by the Road signs 

recognition function (depending on version)

Switching on/Pausing

►  Press 

1-LIMIT

 to select the speed limiter 

mode; the function is paused (grey).

►  If the limit speed setting is suitable (most 

recent speed setting programmed in the system), 

press 

2-I I>

 or 

4-OK

 to switch the speed limiter 

on (green).

►  Pressing 

2-I I>

 again temporarily pauses the 

function.

When the speed setting remains below 

the vehicle's speed for a prolonged 

period of time, an audible warning is emitted.

Adjusting the speed setting

You do not have to switch the speed limiter on in 

order to set the speed.

To change the speed setting using the vehicle’s 

current speed:

►  For steps of +/- 1 mph (1 km/h), make 

successive short presses upwards/downwards 

on 

3

 to increase/decrease.

►  For steps of +/- 5 mph (5 km/h), press and 

hold upwards/downwards on 

3

 to increase/

decrease.

To modify the cruise speed setting based on the 

speed suggested by the Road signs recognition, 

as shown on the instrument panel:

– 

When passing the sign:

►  Press 

4-OK

 to save the suggested speed. 

This value is then immediately shown as the new 

speed setting on the instrument panel.

– 

After passing the sign:

►  Press 

4-OK

. The message “

OK?

" is 

displayed to confirm the request to save.

►  Press 

4-OK

 again to save the suggested 

speed. The new speed setting value is displayed 

on the instrument panel.

Temporarily exceeding the 

speed setting

►  Fully depress the accelerator pedal.

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The speed limiter is temporarily deactivated and 

the displayed speed setting flashes.

►  Release the accelerator pedal to return to 

below the speed setting.

When exceeding the speed is not due to the 

driver's action (e.g. in case of a steep slope), an 

audible signal is triggered immediately.

On a steep descent or in the event of 

sharp acceleration, the speed limiter will 

not be able to prevent the vehicle from 

exceeding the speed setting.

If necessary, apply the brakes to control your 

vehicle’s speed.

When the vehicle speed returns to the speed 

setting level, the speed limiter operates again: 

the speed setting display becomes fixed again.

Off

►  Press 

1-LIMIT

: the speed limiter information 

display disappears.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, dashes are 

displayed flashing and then fixed instead of the 

speed setting.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

Cruise control - Specific 

recommendations

The cruise control function does not 

guarantee compliance with the maximum 

authorised speed and the safety distance 

between vehicles, the driver remains 

responsible for their driving.

In the interest of public safety, only use cruise 

control if the traffic conditions enable vehicles 

to drive at a steady speed and maintain an 

adequate safety distance.

Remain vigilant while cruise control is 

activated.

 If you press and hold one of the 

speed setting modification buttons, your 

vehicle may change speed very abruptly.

When 

descending a steep hill

, the cruise 

control system cannot prevent the vehicle 

from exceeding the set speed. Brake if 

necessary to control the vehicle speed.

On 

steep climbs

 or when towing, the set 

speed may not be reached or maintained.

Exceeding the programmed speed 

setting

You can 

temporarily

 exceed the speed 

setting by pressing the accelerator pedal (the 

programmed speed flashes).

To return to the speed setting, release the 

accelerator pedal (when the set speed is 

reached again, the displayed speed stops 

flashing).

Operating limits

Never use the system in the following 

situations:

–  In an urban area with the risk of 

pedestrians crossing the road.

–  In heavy traffic (except versions with the 

Stop & Go function).

–  On winding or steep roads.

–  On slippery or flooded roads.

–  In poor weather conditions.

–  Driving on a speed circuit.

–  Driving on a rolling road.

–  When using snow chains, non-slip covers 

or studded tyres.

Cruise control

For more information, refer to the 

General recommendations on the use 

of driving and manoeuvring aids

 and the 

Cruise control - particular 

recommendations

.

This system automatically maintains the 

vehicle’s speed at the value programmed 

by the driver (speed setting), without the use of 

the accelerator pedal.

Cruise control is switched on manually.

It requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph 

(40 km/h).

With a manual gearbox, third gear or higher must 

be engaged.

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With an automatic gearbox, mode 

D

 or second 

gear or higher in mode 

M

 must be engaged.

With a drive selector, mode 

D

 or 

B

 must be 

engaged.

Cruise control remains active after 

changing gear, regardless of the gearbox 

type, on engines fitted with the Stop & Start 

function.

Switching off the ignition cancels any 

speed setting.

Steering-mounted controls

 

 

 

 

1.

Cruise control selection

2.

Switch on/pause cruise control at the 

previously saved speed setting

3.

Increase/Decrease the speed setting (if 

cruise control activated)

Activation of cruise control in progress (if 

cruise control deactivated)

4.

Activation of cruise control in progress

Use the speed suggested by the Road signs 

recognition

For more information on the 

Road signs 

recognition

 function, refer to the corresponding 

section.

Information displayed on 

the instrument panel

 

 

5.

Cruise control mode selection indication

6.

Cruise control on (green)/pause (grey) 

indication

7.

Speed setting value

8.

Speed suggested by the Road signs 

recognition function (depending on version)

Switching on/pausing

►  Press button 

1

 to select the cruise control 

mode; the function is paused (grey).

►  Press 

3

 upwards/downwards, or press 

4-OK

 

to activate the cruise control and save a speed 

setting as soon as the vehicle speed reaches the 

desired level (green).

►  Pressing button 

2-I I>

 temporarily pauses the 

function.

►  Pressing 

2-I I>

 or 

4-OK

 again will reactivate 

cruise control (green).

Cruise control operation is also 

temporarily interrupted (pause):

–  by pressing the brake pedal.

–  automatically, if the electronic stability 

control (ESC) system is triggered.

–  by shifting to neutral or engaging reverse 

gear.

–  by using the electric parking brake.

Modifying the speed setting

The cruise control must be active.

To change the speed setting using the vehicle’s 

current speed:

►  For steps of +/- 1 mph (1 km/h), 

make successive short presses upwards/

downwards on 

3

 to increase/decrease.

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►  For steps of +/- 5 mph (5 km/h), press and 

hold upwards/downwards on 

3

 to increase/

decrease.

Prolonged pressing and holding 

upwards/downwards on 

3

 causes a very 

rapid change in vehicle speed.

As a precaution, we recommend setting 

a cruise speed fairly close to the current 

speed of your vehicle, to avoid any sudden 

acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle.

To change the speed setting using the speed 

suggested by the Road signs recognition 

displayed on the instrument panel:

– 

When passing the sign:

►  Press 

4-OK

 to save the suggested speed. 

This value is then immediately shown as the new 

speed setting on the instrument panel.

– 

After passing the sign:

►  Press 

4-OK

. The message “

OK?

" is 

displayed to confirm the request to save.

►  Press 

4-OK

 again to save the suggested 

speed. The new speed setting value is displayed 

on the instrument panel.

Off

►  Press 

1

: the cruise control information display 

disappears.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, dashes are 

displayed flashing and then fixed instead of the 

speed setting.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

Highway Driver Assist

Only available on versions with the EAT8 

automatic gearbox and drive selector.

This system automatically adjusts the speed 

and corrects the trajectory of the vehicle, using 

Adaptive cruise control with Stop&Go function in 

conjunction with Lane Positioning Assist.

These two functions must be activated and in 

operation.

For more information on 

Adaptive cruise 

control

 and 

Lane Positioning Assist

, refer to 

the corresponding sections.

The system assists the driver by acting 

on the steering, acceleration and braking 

within the physical limits and capacities of the 

vehicle. Certain road infrastructure elements 

or vehicles in the surroundings may not be 

properly seen or may be poorly interpreted by 

the camera and radar, resulting in an 

unexpected change in direction, a lack of 

steering correction and/or inappropriate 

management of acceleration or braking.

Primarily designed for driving on main 

roads and motorways, this system only 

works with moving vehicles driving in the 

same direction as your vehicle.

Adaptive cruise control

For more information, refer to the 

General recommendations on the use 

of driving and manoeuvring aids

 and the 

Cruise control - particular 

recommendations

.

This system automatically maintains the vehicle 

speed at a value set by the driver (speed 

setting), while respecting a safety distance from 

the vehicle in front (target vehicle) previously set 

by the driver. The system automatically manages 

the acceleration and deceleration of the vehicle.

With the 

Stop function

, the system manages 

braking until the vehicle comes to a complete 

stop.

With the 

Stop & Go function

, the system 

manages braking until the vehicle comes to a 

complete stop and restarts the vehicle.

The brake lamps come on if the vehicle 

is slowed down by the system.

It can be dangerous to drive if the brake 

lamps are not in perfect working order.

 

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To do this, the system uses a camera fitted at the 

top of the windscreen and a radar fitted in the 

front bumper.

Primarily designed for driving on main 

roads and motorways, this system only 

works with moving vehicles driving in the 

same direction as your vehicle.

If the driver activates the direction 

indicator to overtake a slower vehicle, 

cruise control may temporarily reduce the 

distance to the target vehicle to facilitate 

overtaking, without exceeding the speed 

setting.

Steering-mounted controls

 

 

 

 

1.

Selection/deselection of cruise control only or 

Highway Driver Assist (depending on version)

2.

Switch on/pause cruise control at the 

previously saved speed setting

Confirmation of vehicle restart after automatic 

stop (version with Stop & Go function)

3.

Increase/Decrease the speed setting (if 

cruise control activated)

Activation of cruise control in progress (if 

cruise control deactivated)

Display and configuration of the inter-vehicle 

distance setting

4.

Activation of cruise control in progress

Use the speed suggested by the Road signs 

recognition function

For more information on the 

Road signs 

recognition

 function, refer to the corresponding 

section.

Information displayed on 

the instrument panel

 

 

5.

Cruise control activated (green)/paused 

(grey)

6.

Speed setting value

7.

Speed suggested by the Road signs 

recognition function

8.

Vehicle held stationary (version with 

Stop&Go function)

9.

Inter-vehicle distance setting

10.

Position of the vehicle detected by the 

system

Use

Selecting the system

►  With the engine running, press 

1-ASSIST

 to 

select cruise control mode.

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The symbol for the Adaptive cruise control 

system is displayed on the instrument 

panel.

Switching on cruise control

With an EAT8 automatic gearbox or a drive 

selector, your speed must be between 0 and 

112 mph (0 and 180 km/h).

System activation is also subject to the following 

conditions:

–  driver's door closed.

–  driver's seat belt fastened.

– mode 

D

 selected on the automatic gearbox.

–  parking brake released.

–  if the vehicle is stationary, brake pedal 

depressed.

►  Press 

3

 or 

4-OK

: the current speed becomes 

the speed setting (minimum 19 mph (30 km/h)) 

and cruise control is immediately activated 

(green display).

Modifying the speed setting

To change the speed setting using the vehicle’s 

current speed:

►  For steps of +/- 1 mph (1 km/h), make 

successive short presses upwards/downwards 

on 

3

 to increase/decrease.

►  For steps of +/- 5 mph (5 km/h), press and 

hold upwards/downwards on 

3

 to increase/

decrease.

Prolonged pressing and holding 

upwards/downwards on 

3

 causes a rapid 

change in vehicle speed.

To change the speed setting using the 

speed suggested by the Road signs 

recognition function and displayed on the 

instrument panel:

– 

When passing the sign:

►  Press 

4-OK

 to save the suggested speed. 

This value is then immediately shown as the new 

speed setting on the instrument panel.

– 

After passing the sign:

►  Press 

4-OK

. The message "

OK?

" is 

displayed to confirm the request to save.

►  Press 

4-OK

 again to save the suggested 

speed. The new speed setting value is displayed 

on the instrument panel.

Pausing/resumption of cruise control

►  Press 

2-I I>

 or depress the 

brake pedal

. The 

symbol turns grey. 

Cruise control may also have been paused:

–  automatically, if the electronic stability control 

(ESC) system is triggered.

–  by shifting to neutral or engaging reverse gear.

–  by using the electric parking brake.

–  by unfastening the seat belt.

–  by opening the driver's door.

►  Press 

2-I I>

 or 

4-OK

 to reactivate cruise 

control.

With an EAT8 gearbox or a drive selector, 

following braking that has brought the vehicle 

to a complete stop, if the traffic conditions do 

not allow the vehicle to begin moving again 

within 3 seconds of stopping, press 

2-I I>

 or the 

accelerator pedal to move off.

Cruise control remains active following a 

gear change.

When cruise control is paused and the 

driver tries to reactivate it, the message 

"

Activation refused, conditions unsuitable

" 

is temporarily displayed if reactivation is 

impossible (required conditions not met).

Changing the programmed speed setting 

with the Road signs recognition function

►  Press 

4-OK

 to accept the speed suggested 

by the function on the instrument panel, then 

press again to confirm.

If the selected speed is far from the 

current vehicle speed, a strong 

acceleration or deceleration is felt.

Changing the inter-vehicle distance

►  Press 

3

 to display the distance setting 

thresholds ("

Distant

", "

Normal

" or "

Close

"), 

then make successive short presses upwards/

downwards to select a threshold.

After a few seconds, the option is accepted and 

will be memorised when the ignition is switched 

off.

The driver must keep a sufficient safety distance 

from the vehicle in front.

Temporarily exceeding the speed setting

►  Depress the accelerator pedal. The system 

is suspended as long as the acceleration is 

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maintained. The speed next to the symbol 

disappears from the instrument panel.

Deselecting the system

►  Press 

1-ASSIST

 until the symbols disappear 

from the instrument panel. 

Messages and alerts

The actual order of display of the 

messages or alerts may be different.

(grey symbol)

Cruise control selected, but 

cannot be activated.

All the operating conditions have 

not been met.

(grey symbol)

Cruise control selected, awaiting 

activation.

All the operating conditions are 

met.

(grey symbol)

Cruise control paused, but 

cannot be reactivated.

All the operating conditions have 

not been met.

(green symbol)

Cruise control active, vehicle 

detected.

(green symbol)

Cruise control suspended, 

following brief acceleration by 

the driver.

(orange)

"

Take back control

"

►  Brake or accelerate, depending on the 

context.

(red)

"

Take back control

"

► 

Take back control of the vehicle 

immediately

: the system cannot manage the 

current driving situation.

"

Activation refused, conditions 

unsuitable

"

The system refuses to activate cruise control, as 

the necessary conditions are not fulfilled.

Stop & Go function

(green symbols)

The system has brought the 

vehicle to a complete stop. The 

symbol "

I I

" is displayed.

Within 3 seconds of stopping, the vehicle 

gradually and automatically begins moving 

again.

Beyond 3 seconds of stopping, the driver must 

accelerate or press 

2-I I>

 to move off.

If the driver takes no action after the 

vehicle has been stopped, the electric 

parking brake is applied automatically after 

about 5 minutes.

While the vehicle is immobilised, the 

following recommendations apply:

–  The driver should not leave the vehicle.

–  Do not open the boot.

–  Do not drop off or pick up passengers.

–  Do not engage reverse gear.

When restarting the vehicle, beware of 

cyclists, pedestrians or animals who are 

not taken into account by the system.

The driver must monitor their surroundings.

Operating limits

Cruise control operates by day and night, in dry 

weather or moderate rainfall.

Certain situations cannot be managed by the 

system and require driver intervention.

Cases not taken into account by the system:

–  Pedestrians, cyclists, animals.

–  Stationary vehicles (e.g. traffic jams, 

breakdown).

 

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–  Vehicles crossing your lane.

–  Vehicles driving in the opposite direction.

Situations where the driver must suspend the 

system:

 

 

–  Vehicles in a tight bend.

–  When approaching a roundabout.

 

 

–  When following a narrow vehicle.

Reactivate the system when conditions allow.

Situations in which the driver is prompted to 

immediately resume control:

–  Excessively sharp deceleration by the vehicle 

in front of you.

 

 

–  When a vehicle cuts in sharply between your 

vehicle and the one in front.

Some vehicles on the road may be 

poorly perceived or interpreted by the 

camera and/or the radar (e.g. truck), which 

can lead to an incorrect evaluation of 

distances and result in inappropriate 

acceleration or braking of the vehicle.

Pay particular attention:

–  When motorcycles are present and 

when there are vehicles staggered across the 

traffic lane.

–  When entering a tunnel or crossing a 

bridge.

If any of the following malfunctions 

occurs, do not use the system:

–  Following an impact on the windscreen 

close to the camera or on the front bumper 

(versions with radar).

–  Brake lamps not working.

If the vehicle has undergone any of the 

following modifications, do not use the 

system:

–  Carrying long objects on roof bars.

– Towing.

–  Use of the "space-saver" type spare wheel 

(depending on version).

–  Front end of the vehicle modified (for 

example by adding long-range headlamps or 

painting the front bumper).

–  Obstructed radar and/or camera.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, 

dashes are displayed instead of 

the speed setting.

This warning lamp comes on, 

accompanied by a message and an 

audible signal, to confirm the malfunction.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

Lane positioning assist

For more information, refer to the 

General recommendations on the use 

of driving and manoeuvring aids

.