Citroën Berlingo (2022 year). Manual in english - page 6

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Ease of use and comfort

Type 1

 

 

Always lit, ignition on. 

Lights up when one of the front or rear 

doors is opened.

Always off.

 

Type 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Front: comes on when one of the front or 

rear doors is opened (sliding side door 

and depending on equipment, left-hand 

side-hinged door or tailgate).

Always lit, ignition on. 

 

 

Row 2: comes on when one of the rear 

doors is opened (sliding side door and 

depending on equipment, left-hand side-hinged 

door or tailgate).

Always off.

 

Individual reading lamp

If fitted to the vehicle, these are switched 

on and off by means of a manual switch.

With the ignition on, operate the corresponding 

switch.

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Lighting control stalk

Main lighting

 

 

 

 

Automatic illumination of lamps/daytime 

running lamps

Sidelamps only 

Dipped or main beam headlamps 

Operation of the selected lighting is 

confirmed by the illumination of the 

corresponding indicator lamp.

Headlamp dipping

 

 

►  Pull the lighting control stalk to switch 

between dipped and main beam headlamps.

In "

AUTO

" and sidelamps mode, pull the lighting 

control stalk to switch the main beam headlamps 

on directly ("headlamp flash").

Foglamps selection ring

Rear foglamps

They only work if the sidelamps are on. 

 

 

►  Rotate the ring forwards/backwards to turn 

them on/off.

When the lighting is switched off automatically 

("

AUTO

" position) the foglamps and the dipped 

beam headlamps remain on.

Front foglamps/Rear foglamps

They operate with the sidelamps, dipped 

or main beam headlamps on.

 

 

►  Rotate the ring forwards:

•  once to switch on the front foglamps,

•  a second time to switch on the rear 

foglamps.

►  Turn in the opposite direction to switch off.

If the lighting is switched off automatically 

("

AUTO

" position) or the dipped beam 

headlamps are switched off manually, the 

foglamps and sidelamps remain on.

►  Rotate the ring backwards to switch the 

foglamps off; the sidelamps will then switch off.

Switching on the foglamps is prohibited 

in clear weather or in rain, both day and 

night. In these situations, the power of their 

beams may dazzle other drivers. They must 

only be used in fog or falling snow (rules may 

vary depending on country).

Do not forget to switch off the foglamps when 

they are no longer necessary.

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Switching off of the lighting when the 

ignition is switched off 

When the ignition is switched off, all of the 

lamps turn off immediately, except for the 

dipped beam headlamps if automatic guide-

me-home lighting is activated.

Switching on the lamps after 

switching off the ignition

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).

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.

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 headlamp 

illumination

When a low level of ambient light is detected 

by a sunshine sensor, the number plate 

lamps, sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps 

are switched on automatically, without any action 

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on the part of the driver. They can also come 

on if rain is detected, at the same time as the 

automatic rain sensitive 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.

 

 

►  Turn the ring to the 

"AUTO"

 position. When 

the function is activated, a message is also 

displayed.

►  Turn the ring to 

another position

. An 

onscreen message is displayed to confirm that 

the function has been deactivated.

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 on the dashboard or at the top 

centre of the windscreen behind the interior 

rear view mirror (depending on equipment); 

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.

Daytime running lamps / 

Sidelamps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The front lamps light up automatically when the 

engine starts.

They provide the following functions:

–  Daytime running lamps (lighting control stalk in 

the "

AUTO

" position with adequate light level).

–  Sidelamps (lighting control stalk in the "

AUTO

" 

position with low light levels or "Sidelamps only” 

or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").

The LEDs are brighter when operating as 

daytime running lamps.

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.

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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.

Welcome lighting

With the "Automatic headlamp illumination" 

function activated, in poor light, the sidelamps 

and dipped beam headlamps come on 

automatically when the vehicle is unlocked.

Activation, deactivation and the 

duration of the exterior welcome 

lighting are set in the 

Driving

/

Vehicle

 touch 

screen menu.

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.

 

 

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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.

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.

►  A "headlamp flash" pauses the 

function and the lighting system switches 

to "automatic illumination of lamps" mode:

–  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.

The system may be disrupted or not work 

correctly:

–  When visibility conditions are poor 

(snowfall, heavy rain, etc.).

–  If the windscreen in front of the camera is 

dirty, misted or obscured (for example, by a 

sticker).

–  If the vehicle is facing highly reflective 

signs.

When the system detects thick fog, it 

temporarily deactivates the function.

The system is not able to detect:

–  Road users that do not have their own 

lighting, such as pedestrians.

–  Vehicles whose lighting is obscured (for 

example, vehicles driving behind a safety 

barrier on a motorway).

–  Vehicles at the top or bottom of a steep 

slope, on winding roads, on crossroads.

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 detection camera.

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Headlamp beam height 

adjustment

 

 

To avoid inconvenience to other road users, 

the height of the halogen headlamps should be 

adjusted according to the load in the vehicle.

0

(Initial setting)

Unladen.

1

Partial load.

2

Medium load.

3

Maximum authorised load.

4 5 6

Not used.

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.

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)

Switching off

 

Single wipe (press down and release). 

or

Automatic wiping 

Refer to the corresponding section.

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.

With automatic air conditioning, any 

action on the screenwash control results 

in temporary closure of the air intake to 

protect the passenger compartment from any 

odour.

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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.

Low screenwash fluid level

When the low level of the reservoir is 

reached, this warning lamp lights up on 

the instrument panel, accompanied by an 

audible signal and a message.

It comes on when the ignition is switched on, 

or every time the stalk is operated, until the 

reservoir is refilled.

Refill the screenwash reservoir (or have it 

refilled) the next time you stop.

Rear wiper

 

 

►  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.

Activation/Deactivation

The settings are changed via the 

Driving/Vehicle

 touch screen 

menu.

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.

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.

–  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.

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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.

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.

Depending on version, this indicator lamp 

appears on the display or 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

).

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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.

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Safety

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 

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

Emergency or assistance 

call

 

 

 

 

1.

eCall (SOS)

2.

ASSISTANCE

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 access 

to the emergency services and is built directly 

into the vehicle.

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

system corresponds to the systems PE112, 

ERAGLONASS, 999, etc.

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The eCall (SOS) system is activated by default.

►  In an emergency, 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.

If an impact is detected by the airbag 

control unit, an emergency call is made 

automatically, irrespective of the deployment 

of any airbags.

This system is a public service and is 

free of charge.

Operation of the system

–  Upon switching on the ignition, the indicator 

lamp lights up red, then green, and then goes 

out: the system is operating correctly.

* 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 of 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.

–  The indicator lamp flashes red: replace the 

back-up battery.

–  The indicator lamp is fixed red: system 

malfunction. The emergency and assistance call 

services may not work.

–  If the indicator lamp does not come on when 

the ignition is switched on, this also means that 

there is a system malfunction.

If the problem persists, contact a qualified 

workshop as soon as possible.

A system fault does not prevent the 

vehicle from being driven.

Data processing

All processing of personal data by 

the eCall (SOS) function complies with 

the framework for protection of personal 

information established by Regulation 

2016/679 (General Data Protection 

Regulation - 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) d) GDPR.

The processing of personal data is strictly 

limited to the purpose of handling the eCall 

(SOS) function used with the “112” single 

European emergency call number.

The eCall (SOS) function is only able to 

collect and process the following data 

relating to the vehicle: vehicle identification 

number, vehicle type (passenger vehicle or 

light commercial vehicle), fuel type or power 

source, three most recent locations and 

direction of travel, number of passengers 

and a timestamped log file of the automatic 

activation of the system and its timestamp.

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 routing 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, 

necessary for the normal functioning of the 

system, are stored.

When an emergency call is triggered, the data 

log is stored for no more than 13 hours.

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Access to data

You have the right of access to data and 

as appropriate to request the rectification, 

erasure or restriction of processing of any 

personal data not processed in accordance 

with the provisions of GDPR. Third parties 

to which data has been disclosed shall 

be notified of any rectification, erasure or 

restriction carried out in compliance with 

GDPR, unless it proves impossible or 

involves a disproportionate effort.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint 

with the respective data protection 

supervisory authority.

If you want to claim your above-mentioned 

rights please contact us per email at: 

privacyrights@stellantis.com.

For more information regarding our contact 

details please take a look at our Privacy & 

Cookies Policy on the brand's website.

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.

* 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.

Privacy mode allows you to manage the 

level of sharing (data and/or location) 

between your vehicle and CITROËN.

It can be configured in the 

Settings

 touch 

screen menu.

By default, depending on equipment, 

deactivate/reactivate geolocation by 

simultaneously pressing the 2 buttons, then 

press the "ASSISTANCE" 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.

Hazard warning lamps

 

 

 

 

►  Pressing this red button causes all the 

direction indicators to flash.

They can work with the ignition switched 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 switched off by pressing the button.

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Horn

 

 

►  Press the central part of the steering wheel.

Pedestrian horn (Electric)

This system alerts pedestrians that the vehicle is 

approaching.

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.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

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).

–  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 (moving a vehicle that 

is bogged down in mud, stuck in snow, on loose 

soil, etc.), it may prove useful to deactivate the 

DSC/ASR systems, so that the wheels can move 

freely and regain grip.

However, it is recommended that the system be 

reactivated as soon as possible.

These systems are reactivated automatically 

every time the ignition is switched off, or from 31 

mph (50 km/h).

At speeds below 31 mph (50 km/h), the systems 

can be reactivated manually.

Press this button or turn the thumbwheel 

to this position.

The indicator lamp in the button or thumbwheel 

comes on: the DSC/ASR systems no longer 

have an effect on engine operation.

To reactivate the system:

Press this button.  

Or

Turn the thumbwheel to this position. 

The indicator lamp in the button or thumbwheel 

goes off.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, this warning 

lamp lights up 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.

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

(Depending on version)

A special, patented traction control system, 

which improves driveability on snow, mud and 

sand.

This system, optimised for operation in a range 

of conditions, enables you to manoeuvre in most 

slippery conditions (encountered during normal 

passenger car use).

When combined with all-season Peak Mountain 

Snow Flake tyres, this system offers a 

compromise between safety, grip and driveability.

When combined with suitable tyres, this system 

offers a compromise between safety, grip and 

driveability.

The accelerator pedal should be pressed 

sufficiently to allow the system to harness the 

power of the engine. Operation at high engine 

speeds is completely normal.

A five-position selector knob allows you to 

choose the setting best suited to the driving 

conditions encountered.

An indicator lamp associated with each mode 

comes on, accompanied by the display of a 

message to confirm your choice.

Operating modes

 

 

 

 

Standard (ESC)

This mode is calibrated for a low level of 

wheel spin, based on the different levels 

of grip normally encountered on the road.

Whenever the ignition is switched off, the 

system automatically resets to this mode.