EXTERIOR
Parking space sensor Exterior side spotlamps Exterior rear view mirrors
This measures the size of a These light up the zones fac- With electric foldback.
space and advises whether or ing the driver’s and passenger’s Automatically tilts in reverse
not parking is possible. doors.
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OPENING
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
A. Central locking
B. Unlocking
C. Guide-me-home lighting
D. Key release/storage
5
OPENING
Press control 1.
This opening gives easy access to the
boot, even if you are parked close to a You cannot open the tailgate if the rear Load: 22 kg maximum.
wall or to another vehicle. screen is already open.
The Modubox is composed of a shop-
Closing the tailgate ping trolley and a flexible bag which can
be used independently of each other
depending on your needs.
Opening
Press control 2. The handhold 4 is 100
in line with the rear wiper.
Closing
Lower the rear screen.
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BOOT
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
Access to
spare wheel 171
Pneumatic rear
suspension
Torch Allows the height of the rear
of the vehicle to be adjusted Torch
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THIRD - ROW SEATS CITROËN Stowing the seats Access to third-row seats
GRAND C4 PICASSO
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
Put the three sections of the concertina Pull on control E, located at the top of
boards (1 2 3) to their vertical position, the second-row seats backrest.
then pull on the red strap G.
Fold the concertina boards (1 2 3) ar- Before moving the third-row seats, return
ranged above each of the third-row the rigid panels to the upright position 63
seats. and lock them.
Pull on the black strap F, located on the
seat backrest.
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From outside
A rigid panel is attached to each second-
Take care to attach the third-row pas- Pull firmly upwards on strap C, as row seat backrest.
senger seat belts to the rings provided indicated by the red arrow, to unlock
for this purpose. the seat; keep pulling until the seat
Do not attach the belts to the load is fully folded. Unlocking/Locking the rigid panel
anchorage points marked with a red
cross (see illustration above).
From the boot - whilst loading, Slide latch A of the panel down-
for example (CITROËN Grand wards, to unlock it.
C4 Picasso) Return the panel to the upright posi-
tion, then slide latch A upwards to
Having firstly folded the third-row lock it.
seats.
Before deploying the rigid panels, check
Pull on strap D to unlock the re- that the second row seats are in their
quired seat. fully rear position.
Repositioning the seats
Return the rigid panels of the second-
row seats to their initial (upright) position 62
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seat belt Grand C4 Picasso).
Raise the backrest and push it back-
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FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
The 3 second-row seats are independ- Lift up control A, located at the front of Insert tongue C into the buckle on
ent of each other and are all the same the seat, and adjust the seat into the the right, then insert the second
width. They can all be adjusted to the desired position. tongue D into the buckle on the left.
"comfort" position.
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Placing a seat in the "comfort"
position
Pull on strap B.
The backrest reclines and the seat base
pivots slightly.
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DASHBOARD
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
4. Controls: 14. Warning lamps display (NaviDrive)
● Lighting 34. Steering lock - Ignition switch
15. Central air vents
● Direction indicators 35. Controls for multifunction screen
16. Electric parking brake (on steering wheel)
● Front and rear foglamps
17. Instrument panel 36. Horn
5. Paddles for automatic gearbox or
6-speed electronic gearbox 18. Hazard warning lamps 37. Optional function controls
(on steering wheel)
6. Cruise control and speed limiter 19. Right hand upper storage
(controls on steering wheel) 38. Fusebox access flap
20. Front passenger’s airbag
7. Driver’s front airbag 39. Controls:
21. Loudspeaker (Tweeter)
8. Direction indicator warning lamps (right and left) ● Fuel flap
● Parking assistance
9. Left hand upper storage 22. Passenger’s air conditioning
controls ● Lane departure warning system
10. Audio and telematics system ● Volumetric alarm deactivation
controls on steering wheel 23. Lower glovebox:
● Air freshener clips ● Headlamps adjustment
11. Selector for automatic gearbox or
6-speed electronic gearbox ● Various storage 40. Bonnet release
12. Controls: 24. Key switch:
● Windscreen wipe ● Front passenger’s airbag
● Screen wash activation/deactivation
● Rear screen wipe 25. Central locking button
● Trip computer 26. Audio and telematics system
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G E T T I N G S TA R T E D
Head restraint
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
Armrest
Lumbar support
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G E T T I N G S TA R T E D
Adjusting the steering wheel Automatic photochromic Rear view mirrors adjustment
interior rear view mirror
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
The steering wheel can be adjusted for It automatically and progressively This operates with the ignition switched on.
height and reach. changes between day use and night From the driver’s seat, select the rear
Unlock the steering wheel by pulling le- use. view mirror by moving control 1 to the
ver A towards you. left or right, then adjust the rear view
Adjust the position of the steering mirror as required in four directions us-
wheel then lock it pushing the lever fully 67 ing control 2.
back. Demisting-defrosting of the rear view
mirrors is linked to that of the rear
67 Child monitoring mirror screen.
This additional mirror 1 allows you to
monitor the rear passengers. It can be
tilted to eliminate dazzle.
Rear view mirrors foldback
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When the vehicle is parked, the rear
For safety reasons, these adjust- view mirrors can be folded back either
ments must not be carried out whilst manually or automatically.
driving.
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G E T T I N G S TA R T E D
Adjusting the seat belt height Electric windows controls Sliding sun visors
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
To adjust the seat belt, squeeze the From the driver’s seat position, the Slide the blind on the visor to the de-
control and slide it in the direction re- controls located on the door are used sired position by pushing the area A.
quired. to operate the electric windows. The blinds are extended on the sun
visor rails.
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vent being dazzled.
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DRIVING
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
Ring A Stalk C: windscreen wipe
1. Off Switching on "AUTO" mode 1. Optional function controls
2. Automatic lighting Press the stalk down and release. 2. Cruise control/speed limiter and
3. Sidelamps parking space sensor
4. Dipped beam/Main beam Switching off "AUTO" mode 3. Audio system controls
Press the stalk up and return it to 4. Multifunction screen controls
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Ring B Automatic wipe must be reactivated 5. Horn
Front foglamps each time the vehicle is started. 113
Rear foglamp 6. Warning lamps for direction indica-
Ring D: rear screen wipe tors and vehicle lamps
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Under certain climatic conditions Stop.
(low temperature, humid), the pres-
ence of condensation on the inner
surfaces of the headlamps and rear Intermittent.
lamps is not an indication of a fault;
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switching on the lamps. Timed wash and wipe.
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DRIVING
R Reverse P Park
N Neutral R Reverse
A Automatic mode N Neutral
M Manual mode D Automatic mode
Using control paddles 1 "+" and 2 "-": M Sequential mode
- gear changing in manual mode, Using control paddles 1 "+" and 2 "-":
- temporary manual operation in auto- - gear changing in sequential mode,
matic mode. - temporary manual operation in auto-
matic mode.
Starting Starting
Check that the selector 3 is in neutral Check that the selector 3 is in posi-
(position N). tion P or N and turn the ignition key.
Press firmly on the brake pedal and To exit position P, press on the brake
turn the ignition key. pedal before moving the selector.
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FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
This device combines: 133
- automatic functions: Automatic ap-
plication when the engine stops and
automatic release on use of the ac-
celerator (automatic operation by
default);
- manual use: Manual application/re-
lease of parking brake is possible You can select this function by pressing
by operating control lever A. button A.
When in automatic mode, it remains Once the space has been measured, the
possible to apply or release the parking system displays the following messages:
brake at any time:
To apply it, pull on the lever A. Parking possible
To release it, pull then release lever A.
Parking difficult
Before leaving the vehicle, check
that the electric parking brake warn-
ing lamp P (red) is permanently on.
If you leave the vehicle with the en-
gine running, manually apply the
parking brake. Parking not advised
Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle with the ignition on, as they
could release the parking brake.
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V E N T I L AT I O N
Driver's and front passenger's control panel Rear passengers' control panel
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
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V E N T I L AT I O N
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
ture.
3. Mode of adjustment of passenger's
temperature. 48
4. Air recirculation.
5. Air conditioning (not available in
heating version).
6. Demisting/defrosting of rear screen
and rear view mirrors.
7. Demisting/defrosting of windscreen
and windows.
8. Adjustment of blown air temperature.
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MONITORING
FA M I L I A R I S AT I O N
The rear doors are locked by operating
Deactivation of front passenger the lever (aperture at an angle).
airbag
1. Insert key in lock A.
2. Select "OFF" position. Electric control
3. Remove key.
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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
Left-hand direction
indicator.
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Diesel engine pre-heating Electric child lock A specific button, located on the
I dashboard, permits deactivation of
If lit, the child lock is activated. the system. This is confirmed by
This warning lamp is displayed continuous lighting of this warning
Wait until this has gone out before a few seconds after the func- lamp and of the indicator lamp on
operating the starter. tion is activated. the button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically.
"Foot on brake"
Parking space available Dynamic stability control Any fault resulting in the display-
(ESP/ASR) deactivation ing of a warning lamp must be in-
This warning lamp comes vestigated further by reading the
on when the parking space The ESP/ASR system is put associated message on the multi-
function screen.
when theCopyright CITROEN compiled by C4owners.org
function is selected. into service automatically
It flashes while the space is vehicle is started. Should you encounter any prob-
being measured. lems, do not hesitate to contact a
CITROËN dealer.
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Diesel engine pre-heating Electric child lock A specific button, located on the
I dashboard, permits deactivation of
If lit, the child lock is activated. the system. This is confirmed by
This warning lamp is displayed continuous lighting of this warning
Wait until this has gone out before a few seconds after the func- lamp and of the indicator lamp on
operating the starter. tion is activated. the button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically.
"Foot on brake"
Parking space available Dynamic stability control Any fault resulting in the display-
(ESP/ASR) deactivation ing of a warning lamp must be in-
This warning lamp comes vestigated further by reading the
on when the parking space The ESP/ASR system is put associated message on the multi-
function screen.
when theCopyright CITROEN compiled by C4owners.org
function is selected. into service automatically
It flashes while the space is vehicle is started. Should you encounter any prob-
being measured. lems, do not hesitate to contact a
CITROËN dealer.
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Maximum coolant temperature Battery charge Depending on model, the front pas-
I senger seat may be fitted with a
If this comes on, it indi- presence sensor; the correspond-
If this comes on, it indicates cates the occurrence of a
that the temperature in the ing warning lamp will only come on
fault in the battery charging if the seat is occupied and the seat
cooling system is too high. circuit (dirty or loose termi-
Stop the vehicle as soon as belt not fastened.
nals, slack or cut alternator
it is safe to do so. belt, ...). Driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt
not fastened with presence sensor:
Door open - the warning lamp lights up be-
tween 0 and approximately
A door, the boot or the rear 12 mph (20 km/h). Above 12 mph
Low fuel level screen is open: (20 km/h), it flashes accompa-
When the tank is full, all the nied by a message on the mul-
bars are lit up. tifunction screen and an audible
- if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h), this signal for around 120 seconds.
If the fuel low warning lamp warning lamp comes on continuously,
comes on accompanied by Second row rear passengers’ or
- if the speed is higher than 6 mph front passenger’s seat belt not fas-
an audible signal and a message on (10 km/h), this warning lamp comes on
the multifunction screen, there are tened without presence sensor:
continuously, accompanied by an audi-
approximately 7 litres of fuel remain- ble signal. - when the ignition is switched on, the
ing in the tank and 2 or 3 bars flash Airbags
points corresponding to the seat po-
in the instrument panel. sitions with seat belts not fastened
When the last bar goes out, there If this comes on, it indicates remain lit up for 30 seconds.
are approximately 2 litres of fuel re- the occurrence of a fault in
maining in the tank. one of the airbag or seat belt Seat belts unfastened during the
Top up with fuel as soon as possible pretensioner systems. journey:
to avoid running out. - the point corresponding to the
This warning lamp comes on each Seat belt not fastened/ seat position with seat belt un-
time the ignition is switched on, until unfastened fastened lights up between 0 and
sufficient fuel is added. approximately12 mph (20 km/h).
A control located on the panel to the
This warning lamp informs Above 12 mph (20 km/h), it flash-
you if the driver’s or front es accompanied by an audible
left of the steering wheel allows you passenger’s seat belt is
to open the fuel flap from inside the not fastened (depending
signal for around 120 seconds.
vehicle. The audible signal stops when
on model), and if the front the ignition is switched off or if a
Do not continue driving until you run passenger’s (depending on door is opened.
out of fuel as this may cause dam-
age to the emisions control and fuel Copyright
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injection systems. unfastened. The lit up positions repre-
sent those whose seat belts are not
fastened/unfastened.
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Service indicator zero reset Engine oil level indicator Oil level gauge fault
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System which informs the driver
whether the engine oil level is cor-
rect or not.
This information is displayed for a This is indicated by the flashing of
few seconds when the ignition is "OIL --". Contact a CITROËN dealer.
switched on, after the service infor-
mation.
The level read will only be correct if
After each service, the service indi- the vehicle is on level ground and Dipstick
cator must be reset to zero. the engine has been off for more
than 15 minutes. Refer to the "Checks" section to lo-
The procedure for resetting to zero cate the dipstick and the oil filler cap
is as follows: on your engine.
Oil level correct
switch off the ignition,
press and hold the trip distance
recorder zero reset button, There are 2 marks on
switch on the ignition; the distance the dipstick:
recorder display begins a count- - A = max; never ex-
down, ceed this level,
Oil level low
when the display indicates "=0", - B = min; top up the
release the button; the spanner level via the oil filler
disappears. cap, using the type
of oil suited to your
engine.
This is indicated by the flashing of
Following this operation, if you wish "OIL", accompanied by an audible
to disconnect the battery, lock the signal and a message on the multi-
vehicle and wait at least five minutes function screen.
for the zero reset to be taken into ac- If the low oil level is confirmed by a
count. check using the dipstick, it is essential
that the level is topped up to prevent
damage to the engine.
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Service indicator zero reset Engine oil level indicator Oil level gauge fault
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System which informs the driver
whether the engine oil level is cor-
rect or not.
This information is displayed for a This is indicated by the flashing of
few seconds when the ignition is "OIL --". Contact a CITROËN dealer.
switched on, after the service infor-
mation.
The level read will only be correct if
After each service, the service indi- the vehicle is on level ground and Dipstick
cator must be reset to zero. the engine has been off for more
than 15 minutes. Refer to the "Checks" section to lo-
The procedure for resetting to zero cate the dipstick and the oil filler cap
is as follows: on your engine.
Oil level correct
switch off the ignition,
press and hold the trip distance
recorder zero reset button, There are 2 marks on
switch on the ignition; the distance the dipstick:
recorder display begins a count- - A = max; never ex-
down, ceed this level,
Oil level low
when the display indicates "=0", - B = min; top up the
release the button; the spanner level via the oil filler
disappears. cap, using the type
of oil suited to your
engine.
This is indicated by the flashing of
Following this operation, if you wish "OIL", accompanied by an audible
to disconnect the battery, lock the signal and a message on the multi-
vehicle and wait at least five minutes function screen.
for the zero reset to be taken into ac- If the low oil level is confirmed by a
count. check using the dipstick, it is essential
that the level is topped up to prevent
damage to the engine.
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M U LT I F U N C T I O N S C R E E N S
Radio-CD
(see "Audio and
Telematics")
1. Time
2. Ambient temperature
Bluetooth®
3. Date and display zone hands-free kit
When the ambient temperature is be-
tween +3 °C and -3 °C, the tempera- (see "Audio" and
ture display flashes (risk of ice). Telematics)
The ambient temperature displayed
may be greater than the actual tem-
perature, if the vehicle is parked in Trip computer
bright sunlight. This permits:
A. Access to the "Main Menu"
- entering the distance to your
B. Scrolling in the screen menus destination,
C. Selection and confirmation in the - access to the log of alerts (recall
It is recommended that the driver menus of the function chosen or of alerts signalled previously),
should not manipulate the controls the value modified
- access to the status of functions,
while the vehicle is in motion. D. Cancellation of the operation or such as the activation/deactiva-
return to the previous display tion of automatic headlamps,
E. Selection of the type of informa- automatic windscreen wipers,
tion to be displayed permanently ESP...
(date, radio-CD, trip computer)
on the right of the screen
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Navigation/Guidance
Map
1. Ambient temperature
2. Directory Traffic Information
3. Date
4. Telephone
5. Time Audio Functions
When the ambient temperature is be-
tween +3 °C and -3 °C, the tempera- A. Access to the "Main Menu"
ture display flashes (risk of ice). B. Scrolling in the screen menus
The ambient temperature displayed Telematics
C. Selection and confirmation in the
may be greater than the actual tem- menus of the function chosen or
perature, if the vehicle is parked in the value modified
bright sunlight. Configuration,
D. Cancellation of the operation or for adjusting various parame-
return to the previous display ters (date, time, units)
E. Selection of the type of informa-
It is recommended that the driver tion to be displayed permanently
should not operate the controls (date, radio-CD, trip computer) Video
while the vehicle is in motion. on the right of the screen
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Monochrome screen A
Press the button, located at the Press the control for more than
end of the wiper stalk, to display two seconds to reset to zero the
the various items of trip compu- distance travelled, the average
ter data in succession. fuel consumption and the aver-
age speed.
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COMFORT
III
Air distribution
1. Windscreen demisting/defrosting
vents.
2. Front side windows demisting/
defrosting vents.
3. Adjustable and closing side air
vents.
4. Adjustable and closing central
air vents.
5. Front occupant footwell air out-
lets.
6. Adjustable and closing 2nd row
side air vents, with air flow and
temperature adjustment.
7. Rear passenger footwell air out-
lets.
8. Adjustable and closing 3rd row
side air vents.
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Demisting
Max. hot OFF
Defrosting
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gressive lighting of the warning lamps
depicting the ventilator blades 1.
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Adjustment of temperature
7. Rapid demisting/defrosting Press on button 9 to take over
of front and rear windows control of the temperature. The
and rear view mirrors warning lamp lights up.
Rotate button 10 to adjust your
Press on button 7. The warning temperature.
lamp lights up.
The adjustment of the temperature is
This function simultaneously acti- continuous and progressive starting
vates: from left to right.
- front demisting/defrosting,
- optimum flow of air,
- recirculation prohibition,
- demisting/defrosting of rear view
mirrors and heated rear screen,
- air conditioning, if necessary.
To stop the function, press again on
button 7.
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III Action
To have
Demisting
Max. hot OFF
Defrosting
3. Adjustment of the air Engine stopped, ignition switched This button does not activate the air
blower speed on: conditioning, only the air blowers. In
- The displays will light up, with the REST function, the air flow and
The air blower operates only when the air blower shown empty as distribution are controlled automati-
the engine is running (except when long as the function is available. cally and you cannot modify them.
the REST function is activated). - A press on the REST button acti-
To adjust the flow of air, press on the vates the function for a timing of
III button: just a few minutes. Two blades of
the blower will fill to signify that
to increase the air flow, the function is active. 4. Adjustment of the air
- It can be deactivated and reacti- distribution
vated during the timed period. Press on button 4 so that
to decrease the air flow (this - At the end of the timed period, the air flows scroll suc-
button also has the REST the display will go off. cessively on the display.
function).
The air distribution you have chosen
is confirmed by the lighting of the
The level of air flow is indicated on On stopping the engine: corresponding warning lamps in the
the display by the progressive filling - The displays remain lit up, the display.
of the ventilator blades. blower is shown empty and the There are 7 possible adjustments.
If you place the air blower on posi- function can be activated for
tion 0, the system is deactivated. 30 seconds.
The air blower display will be empty, - A press on the REST button dur-
with the indication OFF. ing the next 30 seconds activates
the function for a timing of several
Function for retaining minutes. The duration and avail-
ventilation with the engine ability of the function are variable
switched off according to the state of charge
of the battery (a protection to
The REST function is avail- guarantee engine starting). Two
able when you switch on the ignition blower blades fill up to signify that
and when you stop the engine. the function is active. It remains
This function allows you to retain ventilation active, even after the doors have
in the passenger compartment for a few been locked, until the end of the
minutes, even with the engine stopped. timing.
When you leave the vehicle, any
passengers present can still have Copyright
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though the engine is not running.
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To have
Demisting
Max. hot OFF
Defrosting
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To have
Demisting
Max. hot OFF
Defrosting
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SCENTED AIR FRESHENER To remove the air freshener To insert the air freshener
Adjustment of flow
Replacing a cartridge Air freshener button For safety, use only cartridges that
are provided for this purpose.
Retain the containers for the stor-
age of used cartridges.
Do not attempt to take cartridges apart.
Never recharge the cartridges
III with fragrances not supplied by
CITROËN.
Keep them out of reach of children
and animals.
Avoid all contact with the skin and
with the eyes.
In the event of swallowing, consult
a doctor and show him the product
packaging or label.
The recharge for the air freshener The air freshener button A is inde- Do not install or remove a cartridge
consists of a cartridge B and its pendent of the cartridge. Cartridges while you are driving.
sealed container C. are supplied without the air freshener
Remove the protective film D. button A.
Place the head of the cartridge B on The button of the air freshener A can
the button A of the air freshener. only be fixed into the central dash-
board with a cartridge attached.
Rotate it a quarter turn to lock
it on the button and remove the Therefore always keep the air fresh-
container. ener button A and one cartridge.
Insert the air freshener into its Recharges are available, depending
housing. on country, either on the Internet site
or from a CITROËN dealer.
You can change cartridges at any
time, keeping the used cartridges in Stowage points are provided in the
their original containers. glovebox for storing of cartridges
and containers.
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5. Armrest
To adjust the position of the armrest,
pull it up and then fully down, and
then raise it to the desired position.
6. Head restraint
To raise it, pull it upwards. To lower
it, press on the control as well as on
the head restraint.
The adjustment is correct when the
top of the head restraint is level with
the top of the head.
It can also be adjusted for tilt (de-
pending on version).
To remove it, press on the unlocking
button and pull it upwards.
To adjust the head restraint for-
wards/backwards, move the base of
MANUAL ADJUSTMENTS the head restraint to obtain the posi-
tion desired.
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Rotate the control until you attain Never drive without the head re-
Raise the control bar, then slide the the position desired. straints fitted. They must be in
seat to the position desired. place and adjusted correctly.
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Vehicle moving
Press and hold button 1 or 2
until the audible signal is
Do not try to store a driving position heard indicating the end of the
while driving. adjustment.
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Forwards-backwards adjustment
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"Cinema seat" position Access to the third row seats Exit from the third row seats
Hold the control E in the raised
position. The seat unlocks and
the seat base comes up against
the backrest.
Push the seat backrest, still holding
the control E in the raised position. III
If the table on the back of the first-
row seat is down, close it to enable
this operation.
This position allows you to free up The third-row seats can be accessed Repositioning the seat, from
space between the first row and the via the outer second-row seats. the outside, with the door
second row. Pull the control E. The seat un- open
Pull the control E under the seat. locks and the seat base comes
This position is only possible with up against the backrest. If there are passengers seated in
the outer seats. Hold the control E in the raised the third row:
position, pushing forwards. The manually return the assembly as
whole seat slides towards the far as possible rearwards; the
front seat. seat does not return as far as
Space becomes free behind the the maximum rearwards position
seat, the third-row passengers can so as to retain leg space for the
get to their seats. third-row passengers,
fold the seat base.
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THIRD ROW SEATS Unfolding the seat Pull on the control G, located at
(GRAND C4 PICASSO) the bottom of the seat backrest.
The seat unlocks.
Next push the backrest gently
Concertina boards forwards. The backrest pivots,
folding onto the seat base. The
seat base then folds into the
III stowage area provided for that
purpose.
Reposition the concertina boards
over the folded seats.
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III
Maximum loadspace
Manual model
III
The mirror is fitted with a night-time
anti-dazzle device.
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REMOTE CONTROL KEY Complete unlocking using the key According to version, the exterior
Turn the key to the left in the mirrors unfold at the same time as
System which permits central driver's door lock to unlock the the first unlocking action.
unlocking or locking of the vehicle vehicle. It also triggers the timed switching on
using the lock or remotely. It is also Unlocking is confirmed by rapid of the welcome lighting, the courtesy
used to locate the vehicle, activate flashing of the direction indicators lights and the exterior side spotlamps
the guide-me-home lighting and for approximately two seconds. for approximately thirty seconds.
start the engine, as well as providing
protection against theft. According to version, the exterior
mirrors unfold at the same time.
IV This also triggers the timed switching The complete or selec-
on of the welcome lighting, courtesy tive unlocking parameter
lamps and exterior side spotlamps is set via the multifunc-
for approximately thirty seconds. tion screen configuration
menu.
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ALARM Locking the vehicle with full Locking the vehicle with
alarm exterior protection alarm only
System which protects and provides
a deterrent against the theft of your
vehicle. It provides two types of pro- Deactivation of the interior
tection, exterior and interior, as well volumetric protection
as an anti-tamper function. Switch off the ignition.
Within ten seconds, press but-
Exterior perimiter protection ton A until the indicator lamp is lit
continuously.
IV The system detects opening of the
Get out of the vehicle.
vehicle.
The alarm is triggered if anyone tries Lock or deadlock the vehicle
to enter the vehicle by forcing a door, using the locking button on the
the boot or the bonnet. remote control.
The exterior protection alarm alone
remains activated; the indicator
lamp on button A flashes once per
Interior volumetric protection Activation second.
Switch off the ignition and get out
The system detects any variation in the of the vehicle.
volume in the passenger compartment.
Lock or deadlock the vehicle
The alarm is triggered if anyone using the locking button on the
breaks a window or moves inside To be effective, this deactivation
remote control. must be carried out each time the
the vehicle.
The alarm is activated; the indicator ignition is switched off.
If you wish to leave a pet in the vehicle lamp on button A flashes once per
or a window partially open, deactivate second.
the interior volumetric protection. Reactivation of the interior
volumetric protection
Anti-tamper function Deactivation
Unlock the vehicle using the
Unlock the vehicle using the unlocking button on the remote
The system detects the putting out unlocking button on the remote
of service of its components. control.
control.
The alarm is triggered if anyone Relock the vehicle using the
The alarm is deactivated; the indica- remote control.
tries to put the wires of the siren, the tor lamp on button A switches off.
central control or the battery out of The alarm is activated again with
service.
Do not make any modifications to
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both types of protection; the indica-
tor lamp switches off.
the alarm system, this could cause
malfunctions.
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* According to country.
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IV
Locking
With the selective unlocking acti- Press button A to lock the vehicle.
When the selective unlocking is vated: The red indicator lamp on the button
activated, the first press of the - the driver's door control unlocks comes on.
remote control unlocking button the driver's door only.
permits unlocking of the driver's - the other door controls unlock
door only. the other doors and the boot.
If one of the doors is open, the
The interior door controls do not central locking from the inside does
operate when the vehicle is dead- not take place.
locked.
If the boot or the rear screen is
open, the central locking from the
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Locking Deactivation
When the speed exceeds 6 mph Press button A again for more
(10 km/h), the doors, the boot and than two seconds.
the rear screen lock automatically.
A confirmation message appears on Insert the key in the lock, located
the multifunction screen. on the edge of the door, then turn
it one eighth of a turn.
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If one of the doors or the boot or
rear screen is open, the automatic Unlocking the front and rear
central locking does not take place. passenger doors
Pull the interior door opening
control.
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ACCESS
BOOT Past the balancing point, allow When the rear screen is open, you
the tailgate to lower and close can access the boot by raising the
Opening itself (do not assist it or slow it rear shelf using its tab (C4 Picasso).
down). After unlocking the vehicle com-
If the tailgate is not closed correctly: pletely using the remote control
or the key, with the boot closed,
press the control 2 and raise the
- when the engine is run- rear screen using the base 4 of
ning, this warning lamp
comes on, accompanied the wiper arm.
by a message on the
IV multifunction screen for a
few seconds,
- when the vehicle is moving The boot and the rear screen
(speed above 6 mph (10 km/h)), cannot both be open at the same
this warning lamp comes on, ac- time.
companied by an audible signal
After unlocking the vehicle com- and a message on the multifunc-
pletely using the remote control tion screen for a few seconds.
or the key, with the rear screen Closing
closed, pull on the handle 1 and REAR SCREEN
raise the tailgate. Lower the rear screen guiding
Opening it with the wiper arm until it is
Closing closed.
-
when the engine is run-
ning, this warning lamp
comes on, accompanied
by a message on the
multifunction screen for a
few seconds,
- when the vehicle is moving (speed
This opening gives easy access above 6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning
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the two handholds 3, located on close to a wall or another vehicle. audible signal and a message on the
the interior boot trim. multifunction screen for a few seconds.
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Emergency tailgate release PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF Closing the roof blind
System for mechanical unlocking of System which consists of a pano- Rotate the control B to position 0
the boot in the event of a battery or ramic tinted glass surface to increase to close the roof blind.
central locking malfunction. the light and visibility in the passenger
compartment.
Fitted with an electric blind in several Recommendations
sections to improve thermal and - Pressing the locking button on
aural comfort. the remote control for more than
two seconds will close the blind
(practical when, for example, IV
you leave your vehicle on a sunlit
car park).
- On returning to your vehicle, a
press on the button B reposi-
tions the blind to the last position
selected.
Unlocking Anti-pinch
Fold back the rear seats to gain
access to the lock from inside The blind has an anti-pinch function.
the boot. At the end of its travel, when the blind
Insert a small screwdriver into Opening the roof blind encounters an obstacle on closing, it
hole A of the lock to unlock the stops and moves back slightly.
tailgate. Rotate the control B to slide the Following a fault or after a battery
Push the white part, located in- roof blind to the position desired disconnection during the movement
side the lock, to the left to unlock (positions 1 to 9). of the blind or after it has stopped,
the boot. you have to re-initialise the anti-
pinch function:
place the blind in the closed
position,
press button B for approximately
two seconds.
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Emergency tailgate release PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF Closing the roof blind
System for mechanical unlocking of System which consists of a pano- Rotate the control B to position 0
the boot in the event of a battery or ramic tinted glass surface to increase to close the roof blind.
central locking malfunction. the light and visibility in the passenger
compartment.
Fitted with an electric blind in several Recommendations
sections to improve thermal and - Pressing the locking button on
aural comfort. the remote control for more than
two seconds will close the blind
(practical when, for example, IV
you leave your vehicle on a sunlit
car park).
- On returning to your vehicle, a
press on the button B reposi-
tions the blind to the last position
selected.
Unlocking Anti-pinch
Fold back the rear seats to gain
access to the lock from inside The blind has an anti-pinch function.
the boot. At the end of its travel, when the blind
Insert a small screwdriver into Opening the roof blind encounters an obstacle on closing, it
hole A of the lock to unlock the stops and moves back slightly.
tailgate. Rotate the control B to slide the Following a fault or after a battery
Push the white part, located in- roof blind to the position desired disconnection during the movement
side the lock, to the left to unlock (positions 1 to 9). of the blind or after it has stopped,
the boot. you have to re-initialise the anti-
pinch function:
place the blind in the closed
position,
press button B for approximately
two seconds.
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FUEL TANK
If you are filling your tank to the
top, do not persist after the third
Capacity of the tank: approxi- cut-off; this could cause your
mately 60 litres. vehicle to malfunction.
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Quality of the fuel used for petrol Quality of the fuel used for Diesel
engines engines
The petrol engines are perfectly The Diesel engines are perfectly
compatible with E10 type petrol compatible with biofuels which con-
biofuels (containing 10 % ethanol), form to current and future European
conforming to European standards standards (diesel fuel which com- IV
EN 228 and EN 15376. plies with standard EN 590 mixed
E85 type fuels (containing up to 85 % with a biofuel which complies with
ethanol) are reserved exclusively for standard EN 14214) available at the
vehicles marketed for the use of this pumps (containing up to 7 % Fatty
type of fuel (BioFlex vehicles). The Acid Methyl Ester).
quality of the ethanol must comply The B30 biofuel can be used in cer-
with European standard EN 15376. tain Diesel engines; however, this
For Brazil only, special vehicles are use is subject to strict application
marketed to run on fuels containing of the special servicing conditions.
up to 100 % ethanol (type E100). Consult a CITROËN dealer.
The use of any other type of (bio)fuel
(vegetable or animal oils, pure or di-
luted, domestic fuel...) is strictly pro-
hibited (risk of damage to the engine
and fuel circuit).
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Lighting on buzzer
On switching off the ignition, all
- 1st turn forwards: rear foglamp on. - 1st turn forwards: front foglamps on. of the lamps turn off immediately,
except for diiped beam if guide-
- 1st turn rearwards: rear foglamp off. - 2nd turn forwards: rear foglamps on. me-home lighting is activated.
- 1st turn rearwards: rear foglamps off. To reactivate the lighting control, ro-
- 2nd turn rearwards: front foglamps tate ring A to the "0" position, lamps
off. off, then to the desired position.
On opening the driver's door a
temporry audible signal warns the
driver that the lamps are on.
The lamps, with the exception of
the sidelamps, switch off automati-
cally after thirty minutes to prevent
discharging of the battery.
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Windscreen wipers
A. wiping speed selection stalk:
V
B. rear wiper selection ring:
fast (heavy rain),
intermittent (proportional to
the speed of the vehicle),
intermittent wipe,
park,
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Permanent lighting.
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Permanent lighting.
Courtesy lighting
You can adjust the lighting by pressing
on the control A. The automatic courtesy lighting
consists of the footwell lamps, the
This activates the light sources interior lamps and the ambiance There are spotlamps incorporated
which are located as follows: light sources. in the backrests of the front seats,
- on the sides of the front and rear behind the rear tables. They are
doors, only accessible when the table is
lowered.
- on the front and rear interior door
handles, Press the "On/Off" button to
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SLIDING SUN VISOR The visors are fitted with a locking sys- CHILD MONITORING
tem on their central housing when the MIRROR
blind is rolled up. To remove the visor
Sliding blinds from its central housing or reposition it,
it must be in a vertical position.
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There are large storage compart- This has areas for storing a bottle of It may be refrigerated, depending on
VI ments at the top of the dashboard, water, the vehicle's handbook pack, your vehicle’s equipment, by a ven-
one on the driver's side and one on etc. tilation duct that can be closed off
the passenger's side. Its lid has areas for storing a pen, a manually.
To open, press the button at the pair of spectacles, tokens, cards, a It is directly linked to the vehicle’s air
bottom corner. can, fragrance cartridges... conditioning system, being supplied
To close, lower the lid fully until it To open the glove box, raise the with fresh air whatever the require-
clicks. handle and lower the lid. ments of the passenger compartment.
The lamp comes on automatically The refrigeration of your glovebox
when the lid is opened. only operates when the engine is
running and the air conditioning is on.
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AIRCRAFT-STYLE REAR Pull the table downwards to open. STORAGE UNDER THE
TABLES To restow the table, raise it until SECOND ROW FOOTWELL
the latch locks.
For safety reasons, these collapse
downwards if excessive pressure is
exerted.
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VI
Second row
Pull on the tab A and anchor the
blind on the hooks B.
Third-row
Pull on the tab A and anchor the
blind on the hook B. The blinds are incorporated in the
third-row trim panels.
Pull on the tab and anchor the
blind on the hooks.
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There are large storage compart- This has areas for storing a bottle of It may be refrigerated, depending on
VI ments at the top of the dashboard, water, the vehicle's handbook pack, your vehicle’s equipment, by a ven-
one on the driver's side and one on etc. tilation duct that can be closed off
the passenger's side. Its lid has areas for storing a pen, a manually.
To open, press the button at the pair of spectacles, tokens, cards, a It is directly linked to the vehicle’s air
bottom corner. can, fragrance cartridges... conditioning system, being supplied
To close, lower the lid fully until it To open the glove box, raise the with fresh air whatever the require-
clicks. handle and lower the lid. ments of the passenger compartment.
The lamp comes on automatically The refrigeration of your glovebox
when the lid is opened. only operates when the engine is
running and the air conditioning is on.
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AIRCRAFT-STYLE REAR Pull the table downwards to open. STORAGE UNDER THE
TABLES To restow the table, raise it until SECOND ROW FOOTWELL
the latch locks.
For safety reasons, these collapse
downwards if excessive pressure is
exerted.
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VI
Second row
Pull on the tab A and anchor the
blind on the hooks B.
Third-row
Pull on the tab A and anchor the
blind on the hook B. The blinds are incorporated in the
third-row trim panels.
Pull on the tab and anchor the
blind on the hooks.
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LUGGAGE COVER
(C4 PICASSO)
This is in two parts.
VI
Fitting Refitting
Move the luggage cover to its Direct the flap downwards.
slots and push firmly down. Offer the luggage cover to its
So that the luggage cover will mountings and push firmly
rise with the tailgate, take the down.
cords and attach them on the
tailgate.
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MODUBOX (C4 PICASSO) Use of the Modubox outside LUGGAGE COVER BLIND
the vehicle (GRAND C4 PICASSO)
Equipment for use both inside the
vehicle and away from the vehicle.
It is composed of a shopping trol- Position 1
ley and a flexible bag (isotherm on
some versions) which can be used 5-seat configuration; installed be-
independently of each other depen- hind the second-row seats, with the
ding on your needs (by detaching third-row seats folded away.
the fastenings on each side at the
top and bottom).
VI
Removing the roller
Push the flap towards the seat Installing the roller
backrest. Fold the concertina boards.
Lift the concertina board by grab- Position the roller, with the blind
bing it at the side, then position it pull bar uppermost, flap down-
vertically. ward.
Unlock the seat by pulling the Engage the lug on the left of the
strap E. roller in notch C.
Push the backrest towards the front. Pass the right-hand side above
Proceed in reverse order to in- the third-row armrest.
Installing the roller stalling. Engage the lug in notch D.
Roll up the blind, then remove
the roller from its initial position. The blind can only be stored when
Position the roller, with the blind the seats are folded away.
pull bar uppermost, flap down- You can position the concertina
ward. board vertically to lodge a bulkier Removing the roller
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MODUBOX (C4 PICASSO) Use of the Modubox outside LUGGAGE COVER BLIND
the vehicle (GRAND C4 PICASSO)
Equipment for use both inside the
vehicle and away from the vehicle.
It is composed of a shopping trol- Position 1
ley and a flexible bag (isotherm on
some versions) which can be used 5-seat configuration; installed be-
independently of each other depen- hind the second-row seats, with the
ding on your needs (by detaching third-row seats folded away.
the fastenings on each side at the
top and bottom).
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CHILD SAFETY
Intermediate longitudinal
position
L2
Passenger air bag OFF L1 "KIDDY Life"
"RÖMER The use of the
Baby-Safe Plus" restraining cushion
Installed in the is compulsory for
rearwards-facing the transportation
position. of young children
(from 9 to 18 kg).
L4
"KLIPPAN Optima"
L3 From the age of 6 years
"RECARO Start'' (approximately 22 kg),
the booster is used on
its own.
L5
"RÖMER KIDFIX"
Can be fitted to the vehicle's ISOFIX anchorages.
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L2
Passenger air bag OFF L1 "KIDDY Life"
"RÖMER The use of the
Baby-Safe Plus" restraining cushion
Installed in the is compulsory for
rearwards-facing the transportation
position. of young children
(from 9 to 18 kg).
L4
"KLIPPAN Optima"
L3 From the age of 6 years
"RECARO Start'' (approximately 22 kg),
the booster is used on
its own.
L5
"RÖMER KIDFIX"
Can be fitted to the vehicle's ISOFIX anchorages.
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Seat position
< 10 kg and < 13 kg 9 – 18 kg 15 – 25 kg 22 – 36 kg
(groups 0 (b) and 0+) (group 1) (group 2) (group 3)
Lateral U U U U VII
2nd row
Central U U U U
(a) Universal child seat: child seat which can be installed in all vehicles by means of the seat belt.
(b) Group 0: from birth to 10 kg. Shell seats and "car cots" cannot be installed on the front passenger seat.
(c) Consult the legislation in force in your country before installing your child on this seat.
U: seat position suitable for the installation (in conjunction with the vehicle seat belt) of a universal rearwards-facing and/or
forwards-facing child seat.
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"ISOFIX" MOUNTINGS These are three rings for each seat: This ISOFIX mounting system
gua-rantees you fast, reliable and
Your vehicle has been approved in safe fitting of the child seat in your
accordance with the new ISOFIX vehicle.
regulation.
The three second row seats are fitted The ISOFIX child seats are fitted
with regulation ISOFIX mountings. with two locks which are secured
easily on the two rings A.
ISOFIX CHILD SEAT RECOMMENDED BY CITROËN AND APPROVED FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Group 1: from 9 to 18 kg
This child seat can also be used on seats which are not fitted with ISOFIX mountings. In this case, it must be attached
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Less than 10 kg
Less than 10 kg (group 0)
(group 0) Less than 13 kg 9 to 18 kg (group 1)
Up to approx. (group 0+) From 1 to 3 years approx.
6 months Up to approx.
1 year old
"Rearwards- "Rearwards-
Type of ISOFIX child seat Shell seat* "Forwards-facing"
facing" facing"
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ISOFIX size classes F G C D E C D A B B1**
IUF: seat position suitable for installation of an ISOFIX Universal "Forwards-facing" seat attached using the top belt.
IL-SU: seat position suitable for installation of an ISOFIX Semi-Universal seat: ISOFIX "rearwards-facing" child seats
equipped with a top belt and ISOFIX "shell" child seats with a top belt.
Do not install ISOFIX child seats equipped with a bar.
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** To install ISOFIX child seats type B1, remove the head restraints from the seats.
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MANUAL CHILD LOCK ELECTRIC CHILD LOCK This warning lamp comes
on temporarily on the instru-
ment panel when the child
Mechanical system to prevent ope- Remote control system to prevent lock is activated.
ning of the rear door using its interior opening of the rear doors using their It also comes on when the ignition
control. interior controls and use of the rear is switched on, then switches off
The control is located on the edge of electric windows. approximately ten seconds after the
each rear door. engine is started.
Deactivation
Press the button A again.
The indicator lamp A on the button
switches off, accompanied by a mes-
sage on the multifunction screen.
This indicator lamp remains off until
the child lock is activated.
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Lower the lighting stalk fully Press the button A, the direction
when moving to the left. indicators flash.
Press at the lower part of the
Raise the lighting stalk fully when They can operate with the ignition off. fixed centred controls steering VIII
moving to the right. wheel.
Automatic lighting of hazard
warning lamps
Use the horn moderately and only
When braking in an emergency, in the following circumstances:
depending on the deceleration, the - immediate danger,
hazard warning lamps come on.
- approaching a location lacking
They will switch off automatically the visibility.
first time you accelerate.
If they do not, press button A to
switch the direction indicators off.
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if you are the last in the queue.
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Activation
The anti-lock braking system comes
into operation automatically when
there is a risk of wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may When replacing wheels (tyres and
make itself felt by slight vibration of rims), ensure that they conform to the
the brake pedal. manufacturer's recommendations.
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Reactivation
These systems are reactivated au-
tomatically each time the ignition is
switched back on or from 30 mph The ESP/ASR systems offer ex-
(50 km/h). ceptional safety in normal driving,
Press the "ESP OFF" button again but this should not encourage the
to reactivate them manually. driver to take extra risks or drive at
high speed.
The correct functioning of these
Operating fault systems depends on observation
of the manufacturer's recommen-
If this warning lamp comes dations regarding the wheels (tyres
on, accompanied by an au- and rims), the braking components,
dible signal and a message the electronic components and the
on the multifunction screen, CITROËN assembly and operation
this indicates a malfunction of these procedures.
systems. After an impact, have these systems
Have the systems checked by a checked by a CITROËN dealer.
CITROËN dealer.
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SEAT BELTS The pretensioning seat belts are ac- Height adjustment
tive when the ignition is on.
The force limiter reduces the pres-
sure of the seat belt against the
chest of the occupant, so increasing
his protection.
Fastening
Pull the belt down in front of you
in a steady movement, making
sure that it does not become
twisted.
Press the fastening into its buckle.
Check that it is properly secured When correctly adjusted, the seat
and that the automatic locking belt shoulder strap falls over the
mechanism operates correctly middle of the shoulder.
by pulling sharply on the belt To adjust the belt, squeeze the
strap. control and slide it in the direction
The lap strap should be posi- required.
VIII tioned as low down as possible in
the lap and as tight as possible.
The diagonal strap should be Unfastening
Front seat belts positioned across the chest and
away from the neck. To unfasten the belt, press on
The front seat belts are fitted with a Each belt has a reel that adjusts its the red button in the buckle.
pretensioning system and force limiter. length automatically to the girth of The belt retracts automatically when
This system improves safety in the front the seat occupant. not in use.
seats in the event of a front impact.
Depending on the seriousness of the
impact, the pretensioning system in-
stantly tightens the seat belt against
the body of the occupant.
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Using the seat belt Stowing the belt tongues Routing of the seat belt
(C4 Picasso) (C4 Picasso) (C4 Picasso and
C4 Grand Picasso)
Open the cover A. Operate in reverse order to stow
the belt tongues. Insert the tongue C into the buckle
Remove the belt tongues from on the right, then insert the sec-
their housing. You may opt to leave the seat belt in ond tongue D into the buckle on
Bring the belt tongues up to the the relay ring even if not using it. the left. VIII
relay ring B.
Insert the attachment, then pass Unfastening the seat belt
the tongues through the ring. (C4 Picasso and
Grand C4 Picasso)
Close the cover A. Make sure
that the belt is correctly posi- Release the buckle C, then the
tioned in the recess in the cover buckle D and guide the seat belt
provided for this purpose. to its stowing position.
Before use
For safety reasons, it is essential
that the seat belt passes through
the relay ring.
To avoid damaging or jamming the
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Before use:
To avoid damaging or jamming the
seat belts, stow them carefully on
the sides of the seat backrests.
Requirements for the third row Stowing the tongue of the third-row
passenger seat belts seat belt
Take care to attach the third-row Secure the tongue in the location
passenger seat belts securely to the provided on the rear pillar trim.
rings provided for this purpose. The third-row passenger seat belts
VIII Do not attach the belts to the an- that are not being used can be
chorage points marked with a red stowed in order to free up loadspace
cross, as shown in the illustration. and facilitate use of the luggage
cover.
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The driver must ensure that passen- In order to be effective, a seat belt: Recommendations for children
gers use the seat belts correctly and - must be tightened as close to the Use a suitable child seat if the pas-
that they are all restrained securely body as possible, senger is less than 12 years old or
before setting off. shorter than one and a half metres.
- must restrain one person of adult
Wherever you are seated in the ve- size only, Never use the same seat belt to
hicle, always fasten your seat belt, secure more than one person.
even for short journeys. - must not bear any trace of cuts
or fraying, Never allow a child to travel on your
Do not invert the seat belt buckles lap.
as they will not fulfil their role fully. - must be pulled in front of you with
a smooth movement, checking
The seat belts are fitted with an in- that it does not twist,
ertia reel permitting automatic ad-
justment of the length of the strap - must not be altered or modified to
avoid altering its performance. Depending on the nature and
to your size. The seat belt is stored seriousness of the impacts, the
automatically when not in use. pre-tensioning device may be trig-
Before and after use, ensure that the gered before and independently of
seat belt is reeled in correctly. the airbags. Triggering of the pre-
The lower part of the strap must be In accordance with current safety tensioners is accompanied by a
positioned as low as possible on the regulations, all repairs and checks slight discharge of harmless smoke
pelvis. must be carried out by a CITROËN and a noise, due to the activation of
dealer who guarantees that the work the pyrotechnic cartridge incorporat-
The upper part must be positioned is carried out correctly. ed in the system.
in the hollow of the shoulder.
Have your seat belts checked regu- In all cases, the airbag warning lamp VIII
The inertia reels are fitted with an larly by a CITROËN dealer and par- comes on.
automatic locking device which ticularly if the straps show signs of
comes into operation in the event Following an impact, have the seat
damage. belts system checked, and if neces-
of a collision, emergency braking
or if the vehicle rolls over. You can Clean the seat belt straps with soapy sary replaced, by a CITROËN dealer.
release the device by pulling rapidly water or a textile cleaning product,
on the strap and releasing it so that sold by CITROËN dealers.
it re-winds slightly. After folding or moving a seat or rear
bench seat, ensure that the seat belt
is positioned and reeled in correctly.
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Deactivation Activation
When you remove the child seat,
turn switch 1 to the "ON" position to
reactivate the airbag and so ensure
the safety of your front passenger in
the event of an impact.
Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes
on on the instrument panel,
Only the front passenger's airbag accompanied by an audible
can be deactivated: warning and a message on
with the ignition off, insert the the multifunction screen, contact a
key in the passenger airbag de- CITROËN dealer to have the sys-
activation switch 1, tem checked. The airbags may no
turn it to the "OFF" position, longer be triggered in the event of a
then, remove the key keeping serious impact.
the switch in this position. If this warning lamp flashes, VIII
contact a CITROËN dealer.
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Before leaving the vehicle,
check that warning lamp P
on the instrument panel is
permanently lit.
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Emergency unlocking In the event of the electric parking Lift up the floor plug B on the
brake malfunctioning or the battery carpet in front of the seat.
running flat, an emergency mecha- Pierce the tab C on the tube D
nism can unlock the parking brake. with the unlocking tool F.
Immobilise the vehicle, with the Place the end of the handle F in
engine running, by engaging first the tube D.
gear (manual gearbox), position P
(automatic gearbox) or M or R Turn the unlocking tool F clock-
(6-speed electronic gearbox). wise. For safety reasons, it is
essential to continue turning the
Switch off the engine, but leave device as far as it will go or until
the ignition on. you hear a knocking noise. The
If the vehicle cannot be immo- parking brake is released.
bilised, do not do anything and Remove the unlocking tool F and
contact a CITROËN dealer with- store it with the blocks E in the
out delay. toolbox.
Fetch the vehicle blocks E and - The operation of the parking
the unlocking tool F (handle) brake reinitialises when the igni-
from the toolbox. tion is switched off then on again.
Immobilise the vehicle by placing If the reinitialisation of the park-
blocks E at the front and at the ing brake proves impossible,
rear of one of the rear wheels. contact a CITROËN dealer.
Slide the front left-hand seat - The subsequent time required
back as far as possible. for application may be longer
than during normal operation.
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For safety reasons, after this manoeuvre it is essential to contact a CITROËN dealer urgently to have the plug
replaced.
Following an emergency unlocking, immobilisation of the vehicle is no longer guaranteed once the manual emer-
gency unlocking has been deployed and the manual control does not allow the re-application of your parking
brake.
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SITUATION CONSEQUENCES
Electric parking brake fault and display of If the electric parking brake fault warning lamp and the service
message "Parking brake faulty" and the warning lamp light up, position the vehicle in a safe location
following warning lamps: (on flat ground, with a gear engaged).
Display of message "Parking brake faulty" - The automatic functions are deactivated.
and the following warning lamps: - The hill start assist is unavailable.
- The electronic parking brake is only available manually.
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Display of message "Parking brake faulty" - The manual release of the electric parking brake is unavailable.
and the following warning lamps: - The hill start assist is unavailable.
- The automatic functions and manual application are still available.
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Display of message "Parking brake faulty" - The automatic functions are deactivated.
and the following warning lamps: - The hill start assist is unavailable.
To apply the electric parking brake:
Immobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition.
Pull the control lever for at least 5 seconds or until maximum
application.
Switch on the ignition and check that the electric parking brake
4 warning lamps are on.
- Application may take longer than in normal operation.
and/or flashing - If warning lamp P flashes or if the warning lamps do not come
on when the ignition is switched on, this method does not work.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer.
To release the electric parking brake:
Switch on the ignition.
Pull the control lever and hold it for approximately 3 seconds.
Display of message "Parking brake control - Only the functions for automatic application on switching off the
faulty – auto parking brake activated" and engine and automatic release on acceleration are available.
the following warning lamps: - Manual application/release of the electric parking brake and
IX dynamic emergency braking are unavailable.
5
and/or flashing
Battery fault - Lighting of the battery warning lamp makes it essential to stop
the vehicle as soon as traffic allows. Stop and immobilise your
vehicle.
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Operating fault
Do not exit the vehicle while
it is being held in the hill
start assist phase.
If you need to exit the vehi-
cle with the engine running, manu-
ally apply the parking brake and If a malfunction of the system oc-
ensure that the warning lamp P curs, these warning lamps come on.
permanently on.
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SPEED LIMITER Displays on the instrument panel With the engine running, you can
adjust the memorised maximum
System which prevents the vehi- speed, by means of short or long
cle from exceeding the speed pro- presses on:
grammed by the driver. button 4 to increase the memo-
Once the limit speed has been rised maximum speed,
reached, the accelerator pedal no button 2 to decrease the memo-
longer has any effect. rised maximum speed.
The speed limiter is switched on Successive presses will modify the
manually: a speed of at least 20 mph maximum speed in steps of 1 mph
(around 30 km/h) must be pro- and a sustained press in steps of
grammed. 3 mph.
The programmed information is
grouped together in zone A of the
instrument panel display. Activation
The speed limiter cannot, in any circum-
stances, take the place of the observ- When the desired maximum speed
ance of speed limits or of the vigilance is displayed, press button 3 so that
and responsibility of the driver. the limitation is activated.
Programming The information "OFF"
then disappears from the
Steering wheel controls Rotate the control 1 to the "LIM" po- instrument panel display.
sition.
On selection of the
function, the previous IX
memorised speed and
the information "OFF"
are displayed on the
instrument panel. While the function is active, pressing
the accelerator pedal will not enable
the programmed speed to be ex-
ceeded, except if you press the pedal
hard down to beyond the end-of-travel
switch.
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CRUISE CONTROL Displays on the instrument panel You can then release the accelerator
pedal. The vehicle will automatically
keep to the speed chosen.
System which automatically main-
tains the vehicle speed programmed The speed of your vehicle may vary
by the driver, without any action on slightly in relation to that memo-
the accelerator pedal. rised.
The cruise control is switched on You can adjust the memorised speed
manually: the vehicle speed must be on the instrument panel display by
at least 25 mph (approx. 40 km/h) pressing on:
and you must engage: button 4 to increase the speed,
- fourth gear on a manual gearbox, button 2 to decrease the speed.
- second gear, in sequential mode, The programmed information is Successive presses modify the
on an electronic gearbox or au- grouped together in zone A of the cruise speed in steps of 1 mph and a
tomatic gearbox, instrument panel display. sustained press in steps of 3 mph.
- position A on an electronic gear-
box or D on an automatic gearbox. Programming
The cruise control cannot, in any circum- Rotate the control 1 to the "REG"
stances, take the place of the observ- position.
Deactivation
ance of speed limits or of the vigilance
and responsibility of the driver. Either by pressing on the brake
Activation pedal or on the clutch pedal.
Steering wheel controls Or by pressing button 3.
On selection of the
function via control 1, Or if either the ESP or the ASR IX
no cruise speed has system is active.
yet been memorised. The cruise control is not active if the
gear lever is in neutral.
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System which measures the parking Displays on the instrument You can select the "parking space
space available between two vehi- panel sensor" function by pressing button A.
cles or obstacles. It measures the The parking space sensor The fixed lighting of the warning lamp
size of the space and gives you in- function warning lamp can indicates that the function is selected.
formation on: have three different states:
- the possibility of fitting into a free
space, depending on the dimensions
of your vehicle and the distances - off: the function is not selected,
necessary for your manoeuvring, - on fixed: the function is selected IX
- the level of difficulty of the ma- but the conditions for measuring
noeuvre to be performed. are not yet met (direction indi-
cator not operating, speed too
The system does not measure spac- high) or the measuring phase is
es which are clearly much smaller or terminated.
larger than the size of the vehicle.
- flashing: the measuring is in
progress or the message is be-
ing displayed.
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Operation The function displays the following The function deselects itself auto-
types of message: matically:
You have identified a parking space: - when you engage reverse gear,
Press button A to select the function. Parking possible - when you switch off the ignition,
Activate the direction indicator - if measuring is not requested,
on the side where the space is to
be measured. - within five minutes of selection of
the function,
During the measuring, go for-
ward the length of the space, at - if the vehicle speed exceeds the
a speed less than 12 mph (ap- threshold of 45 mph (approx.
prox. 20 km/h), to prepare for 70 km/h) for one minute.
your manoeuvre. Parking difficult
The system then measures the
size of the space.
The system informs you of the level If the lateral distance between your
of difficulty of the manoeuvre via vehicle and the parking space is too
a message on the multifunction large, the system may not be able to
screen accompanied by a gong. measure the space.
Depending on the message is- - The function remains available
sued by the system, you may or after each measurement and
Parking not advised thus can measure more than
may not be able to perform the
manoeuvre. one space during your search.
- In bad weather conditions or in
winter, make sure that the sen-
sors are not covered by dirt, or
IX by ice or snow.
- The parking space sensor func-
tion deactivates the front park-
ing assistance during the space
measuring phase when you are
in forward gear.
If there is a malfunction,
have the system checked
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AUDIBLE AND VISUAL The parking assistance is switched The parking assistance is switched
FRONT AND REAR PARKING on: off:
ASSISTANCE - by engaging reverse gear, - when you exit reverse gear,
- at a speed below 6 mph (10 km/h) - when the speed is higher than
System consisting of four proximity in forward gear. 6 mph (10 km/h) in forward gear,
sensors, installed in the front and/or
rear bumper. This is accompanied by an audible - when the vehicle has been station-
signal and/or displaying of the vehi- ary for more than three seconds in
It detects any obstacle (person, ve- cle on the multifunction screen. forward gear.
hicle, tree, barrier...) located in front
of and behind the vehicle, except for The proximity information is indicated
obstacles located immediately be- by:
low the bumper. - an audible signal which be-
An object, such as a stake, a road- comes more rapid as the vehicle
works cone or any other similar ob- approaches the obstacle,
ject may be detected at the start of - a diagram on the multifunction
the manoeuvre but may no longer screen, with blocks which move The parking assistance system
be detected when the vehicle moves closer to the vehicle. cannot, in any circumstances, re-
nearer to it. The obstacle is located in relation to place the need for vigilance and
the emission of the audible signal by responsibility on the part of the
the speakers; front or rear and right driver.
or left.
When the distance between the ve-
hicle and the obstacle is less than
approximately thirty centimetres, the
audible signal becomes continuous
and/or the "Danger" symbol appears, IX
depending on the multifunction
screen version.
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Loading/unloading Increasing the height of the boot Returning to the normal height
assistance floor Press briefly twice at the top of
Press continuously at the top of the control A.
the control A, which is located in
the boot, on the left-hand side.
Special features
This action will be accompanied by
an audible signal. You can stop the - If you start the vehicle without
movement at any time by releasing having returned it to the normal
the control. height, automatic correction will
activate as soon as the vehicle
3 beeps will confirm that the move- starts to move. During the cor-
ment has gone as far as it can. rection, the service warning lamp
lights up and a message on the
screen reminds you not to ex-
ceed 10 km/h (6 mph).
Returning to the normal height
- The loading assistance does not
Press briefly twice at the bottom function in the following instances:
of the control A.
Grand C4 C4 Picasso - If the button B is lit up,
Picasso
- in power economy mode,
The pneumatic suspension has an - when you first use the function,
additional function associated with press for two seconds on the
it: the possibility to raise or lower Decreasing the height of the boot control A to initialise the system.
the height of the rear of the vehicle floor All subsequent actions will be
when stationary, in order to facilitate Press continuously at the bottom followed immediately by the de-
loading/unloading of the boot. of the control A. sired results.
IX This action will be accompanied by
a sound signal. You can stop the
movement at any time by releasing
the control.
3 beeps will confirm that the move-
ment has gone as far as it can.
Driving with the boot in a
low position may damage
the components located un-
der the bodyshell.
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BONNET
The location of the interior release
Protects the components of the en- lever prevents opening of the
gine and provides access for check- bonnet while the driver's door is
ing levels. closed.
This operation must only be carried
out when the vehicle is stationary.
Opening Avoid opening the bonnet in strong
winds.
When the engine is hot, take care
when handling the exterior safety
catch and the bonnet stay (risk of
burns).
Push the exterior safety catch B
to the left and raise the bonnet.
Closing
Take the stay out of the support
notch.
Clip the stay in its housing.
Lower the bonnet then slam it
home at the end of its travel.
Open the driver's door. Pull on the bonnet to check that
Pull the interior release lever A, it is fully closed.
located at the bottom of the door
frame.
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The covers and caps allow you access for checking the level of the various fluids and for replacing certain components.
1. Screenwash and headlamp wash 3. Brake fluid reservoir. 6. Engine oil dipstick.
reservoir. 4. Battery/Fuses. 7. Engine oil filler cap.
2. Coolant header tank. 5. Fuse box.
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The covers and caps allow you access for checking the level of the various fluids, for replacing certain components and
for repriming the fuel.
1. Screenwash and headlamp As the diesel circuit is pres-
wash reservoir. 5. Fuse box.
surised, any work on this
2. Coolant header tank 6. Engine oil dipstick. circuit is prohibited.
3. Brake fluid reservoir. 7.
8. Priming pump*.
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9. Degas screw*.
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CHECKS Air filter and passenger compartment filter Particle filter system (Diesel)
Unless otherwise indicated, check Refer to the Maintenance Complementary to the catalytic
these components in accordance and Warranty Guide for converter, this filter makes an ac-
with the Maintenance and Warranty details of the replacement tive contribution to the preservation
Guide and according to your engine. intervals for these compo- of air quality by the retaining of the
Otherwise, have them checked by a nents. unburnt pollutant particles. Black
CITROËN dealer. Depending on the environment (e.g. exhaust fumes are thus no longer
dusty atmosphere) and the use of emitted.
the vehicle (e.g. city driving), replace After prolonged idling or driving at
them twice as often if necessary very low speeds, you may occa-
Battery (refer to the "Engines" paragraph). sionally notice water vapour being
A clogged cabin filter may have an emitted from the exhaust when ac-
The battery does not require celerating. This is of no consequence
any maintenance. adverse effect on the performance
of the air conditioning system and to the running of the vehicle or to the
However, check that the generate undesirable odours. environment.
terminals are clean and
correctly tightened, par-
ticularly in summer and
winter. If there is risk of clogging, a mes-
When carrying out work on the battery, sage appears on the multifunction
Oil filter screen, accompanied by an audi-
refer to the "Practical information" sec-
tion for details of the precautions to be ble signal and lighting of the service
Replace the oil filter each warning lamp.
taken before disconnecting the battery time the engine oil is
and following its reconnection. changed. This alert tells you that the particle
filter is starting to fill up (in condi-
tions of urban driving of excep-
Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty tionally long duration: low speeds,
Guide for details of the replacement in- traffic jams etc.)
terval for this component. To regenerate the filter, it is advised X
to drive as soon as possible, when
traffic conditions permit, at a speed
of 40 mph (around 60 km/h) or
more for at least five minutes (until
the alert message disappears).
If this alert persists, consult a
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Automatic gearbox
Parking brake
The gearbox does not require any
X maintenance (no oil change). If a loss of effectiveness of this sys-
tem is noticed, the parking brake
Refer to the Warranty and must be checked, even between two
Maintenance Record for details of services.
the level checking interval for this
component. This system must be checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
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Removing a wheel
Park the vehicle on level, stable Detach the trim using the remov- Slacken the wheel bolts. For ve-
and non-slippery ground. Apply ing tool 4, pulling in the area of hicles with alloy wheels, undo
the parking brake (a message the valve. the security bolts using the secu-
and a warning lamp appear on For vehicles with alloy wheels, rity socket 6.
the instrument panel). insert the trim removing tool 1 Position the jack under the vehi-
Switch off the ignition and engage into the recess in the central trim cle, at the jacking point A closest
first gear or reverse gear depend- and lever it off. to the wheel to be changed.
ing on the slope (position P if an For vehicles with alloy wheels Unwind the jack 5 until its brack-
automatic gearbox, D or R if a that have visible bolts, remove et is in contact with the ground.
6-speed electronic gearbox). the chrome covers using the re- Make sure that the jack is verti-
Use a chock to secure the vehi- moving tool 2. cal under the jacking point used.
cle more safely. Place the chock Continue to extend the jack so
9 in front of the wheel that is op- as to raise the vehicle.
posite the wheel affected.
Undo the wheel bolts and remove
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Front lamps
Model with halogen headlamps The headlamps are fitted
with polycarbonate glass
with a protective coating:
do not clean them using a
dry or abrasive cloth, nor
with a detergent or solvent
product,
Remove the rubber cover.
use a sponge and soapy water,
Rotate the bulb-holder a quarter
when using a high pressure turn anti-clockwise and remove it
washer on persistent marks, do from its housing.
not direct at the lamps or their
outlines for too long, so as not Replace the faulty bulb.
to damage their coating and Reposition the bulb-holder by
their seals. pushing it in, tightening it by a
Do not touch the bulb directly quarter turn clockwise.
1. Dipped beams (H7-55 W) with your fingers, use lint-free Refit the rubber cover.
2. Main beams (H1-55 W) cloths.
3. Sidelamps (H6 W-6 W) Changing a halogen bulb should
4. Direction indicators only be done after the headlamp
(H21-21 W) has been switched off for a few
XI minutes (risk of serious burns).
It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs in order
not to damage the headlamp.
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Remove the rubber cover. Rotate the bulb-holder a quarter The direction indicator bulb is located
Detach the clips by lowering turn anti-clockwise. underneath the main beam bulb.
them on each side of the bulb. Remove it from its housing. Remove the rubber cover.
Pull on the bulb-holder to remove it. Replace the faulty bulb. Pull on the bulb-holder to remove it.
Replace the faulty bulb. Reposition the bulb-holder. Replace the faulty bulb.
Push the bulb-holder back into Rotate it a quarter turn clockwise Reposition the bulb-holder in the
its housing. to reposition in its housing. bracket and push it in.
Reattach the clips. Refit the rubber cover.
Refit the rubber cover.
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Integrated direction indicator Model with Xenon headlamps Dual-function Xenon headlamps
side repeaters and directional headlamps (dipped/main beam)
To change the repeater, press down- 1. Dual-function Xenon head- Additional main beams
wards firmly on the zone indicated lamps (dipped/main beam) Remove the rubber cover.
by the arrow, then pull the repeater. 2. Additional main beams Rotate the bulb-holder a quarter
Repeaters can be obtained from a (H7-55 W) turn anti-clockwise and remove it
CITROËN dealer. 3. Sidelamps (H6 W-6 W) from its housing.
(see previous page) Replace the faulty bulb.
4. Direction indicators Reposition the bulb-holder by
(H21-21 W) pushing it in, tightening it by a
(see previous page) quarter turn clockwise.
Refit the rubber cover.
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Insert the key in the notch A, tilt- Pass your hand underneath
ing the bulb-holder cover, locat- the bumper to reach the bulb-
ed underneath the bumper, then holder.
insert the key in the notch B to Rotate the bulb-holder a quarter
remove it. turn.
Undo the lamp. Pull on the bulb-holder.
Tilt the bulb-holder. Rotate the bulb a quarter turn to
Change the faulty bulb. remove it.
Reposition the bulb-holder. Replace the faulty bulb.
Do up the lamp and refit the bulb- Fit the bulb.
holder cover firmly in place. Reposition the bulb-holder by
rotating it a quarter turn.
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Rear lamps (C4 Picasso) Lamps mounted on the Refit the lamp unit on the body
bodywork and do up the two screws.
Reposition the plastic cover by
pressing on it.
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CHANGING A FUSE Use the special tool A that is pro- Fuses under the dashboard
vided in the fuse housing flap, which
also contains spare fuses.
Procedure for replacing a faulty fuse
with a new fuse to rectify a failure of
the corresponding function. Correct Incorrect
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All work on the maxi-fuses,
which are located in these
fuseboxes and which give
extra protection, must be carried
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Table of fuses
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On the front bumper, unclip the On the rear bumper, unclip the
cover by pressing at the top left cover by pressing at the bottom
and pulling at the right. at pulling at the top.
Screw the towing eye in fully. Screw the towing eye in fully.
Install the towing bar. Install the towing bar.
Switch on the hazard warning Switch on the hazard warning
lamps on the towed vehicle. lamps on the towed vehicle.
Place the gear lever in neutral
According to equipment, the towing (position N on the electronic
eye is installed in the storage flap gearbox or automatic gearbox).
under the second row passenger
footwell or under the boot floor.
When towing with all four wheels
To gain access to it: on the ground, always use a towing
open one of the rear doors or the bar.
boot (according to equipment), When towing with only two wheels
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open the flap or raise the floor Failure to observe this special con- on the ground, always use profes-
(according to equipment), dition could result in damage to sional lifting equipment.
remove the towing eye from the certain braking components and When towing with the engine off,
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TOWING A TRAILER, A Driving with a trailer subjects the To lower the engine speed, re-
CARAVAN, ETC. towing vehicle to more significant duce your speed.
stress and its driver must be particu- The maximum towing load on a long
larly careful. slope depends on the gradient and
Towbar suitable for the attachment the ambient temperature.
of a trailer or caravan with additional
lighting and signalling. In all cases, pay attention to the
Driving advice coolant temperature.
Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer
so that the heaviest items are as If the warning lamp and
close as possible to the axle and the STOP warning lamp
the nose weight approaches the come on, stop the vehicle
maximum permitted without ex- and switch off the engine
ceeding it. as soon as possible.
Air density decreases with altitude,
thus reducing engine performance. Braking
Above 1 000 metres, the maximum
towing load must be reduced by 10 % Towing a trailer increases the brak-
and so on for every 1 000 metres of ing distance.
altitude.
Your vehicle is primarily designed Refer to the "Technical Data" section Tyres
for transporting people and luggage, for details of the weights and towing
but it may also be used for towing a Check the tyre pressures of the
loads which apply to your vehicle. towing vehicle and of the trailer,
trailer.
observing the recommended
pressures.
We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their har- Side wind Lighting
nesses that have been tested and Take into account the increased Check the electrical signalling on
approved from the design stage sensitivity to side wind. the trailer.
of your vehicle, and that the fit-
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CITROËN dealer.
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
If the trailer is not fitted by a the temperature of the coolant.
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative
As the fan is electrically controlled,
that it is fitted using the electrical
pre-equipment installed at the rear
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The rear parking assistance will be
automatically if a gen-
of the vehicle, in accordance with on the engine speed. uine CITROËN towbar is used.
the manufacturer's instructions.
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Model codes:
5FW-C 5FX-H/P 5FT-F RFJ-F
UA... UE... UD...
1.6 litre VTi 16V 1.6 litre THP 16V 1.6 litre THP 16V
PETROL ENGINES 2 litre 16V 143 hp
120 hp 150 hp 140 hp
Cubic capacity (cc) 1 598 1 598 1 997
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UA...: CITROËN Grand C4 Picasso UE...: CITROËN Grand C4 Picasso UD...: CITROËN C4 Picasso
(7-seat). (5-seat).
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FUEL CONSUMPTION
CITROËN Grand C4 Picasso and In accordance with directive 80/1268/CEE
CITROËN C4 Picasso
1.6 litre VTi 16V Manual 5FW-C 10.1 (28.0) 6.0 (47.1) 7.5 (37.7) 177
120 hp
1.6 litre THP 16V Electronic 5FX-H/P 10.0 (28.2) 5.9 (47.9) 7.4 (38.2) 176
150 hp gearbox system
1.6 litre THP 16V Auto. 5FT-F 11.9 (23.7) 6.5 (43.5) 8.5 (33.2) 200
140 hp
2 litre 16V Auto. RFJ-F 12.9 (21.9) 6.6 (42.8) 8.9 (31.7) 211
143 hp
The fuel consumption figures shown here correspond to the values communicated at the time of printing.
These fuel consumption values were established in accordance with Directive 80/1268/CEE. They may vary depending
on the style of driving, traffic conditions, weather conditions, the load in the vehicle, the maintenance of the vehicle and
the use of equipment.
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Petrol engines 1.6 litre VTi 16V 120 hp 1.6 litre THP 16V 150 hp 1.6 litre THP 16V 140 hp
- Gross vehicle weight 2 200 - 2 115 - 2 015 2 220 - 2 060 - 2 040 2 235 - 2 085 - 2 055
(GVW)
on a 12 % gradient 3 400 - 3 515 - 3 415 3 420 - 3 460 - 3 440 3 635 - 3 585 - 3 555
on a 10 % or 12 % gradient 1 200 - 1 400 - 1 400 1 200 - 1 400 - 1 400 1 400 - 1 500 - 1 500
Gearboxes Auto.
Model codes:
RFJ-F
UA... UE... UD...
- Unladen weight 1 600 - 1 556 - 1 552
- Kerb weight 1 675 - 1 631 - 1 627
- Payload 660 - 514 - 538
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 100 km/h (approx. 60 mph) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle in order to protect the engine; when
the ambient temperature is higher than 37 °C, limit the weight towed.
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FUEL CONSUMPTION
CITROËN Grand C4 Picasso In accordance with directive 80/1268/CEE
and CITROËN C4 Picasso
2 litre HDi 136 hp Auto. RHR-J 9.9 (28.5) 5.9 (47.9) 7.4 (38.2) 195
Electronic
gearbox system RHJ-H/P 7.7 (36.7) 5.0 (56.5) 6.0 (47.1) 158
2 litre HDi 150 hp Manual RHE-8 7.5 (37.7) 4.9 (57.6) 5.9 (47.9) 154
2 litre HDi 163 hp Auto. RHH-A 8.7 (32.5) 5.7 (49.6) 6.8 (41.5) 177
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- Braked trailer* (with load 1 180 - 1 300 - 1 300 1 180 - 1 300 - 1 300
transfer within GTW limit)
- Unbraked trailer 750 750
- Recommended nose weight 50 - 60 - 60 50 - 60 - 60
* The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, on condition that the GVW of the towing vehicle is reduced
by the same amount; warning, towing with a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
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The GTW and towed load values indicated apply up to a maximum altitude of 1,000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 62 mph (approx 100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle in order to protect the engine; when
the ambient temperature is higher than 37 °C, limit the weight towed.
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- Gross vehicle weight 2 308 - 2 265 - 2 130 2 320 - 2 140 - 2 140 2 350 - 2 170 - 2 150
(GVW)
on a 12 % gradient 3 508 - 3 515 - 3 530 3 620 - 3 590 - 3 540 3 550 - 3 520 - 3 550
on a 10 % or 12 % gradient 1 200 - 1 250 - 1 400 1 300 - 1 450 - 1 400 1 200 - 1 350 - 1 400
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 100 km/h (approx. 60 mph) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle in order to protect the engine; when
the ambient temperature is higher than 37 °C, limit the weight towed.
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The GTW and towed load values indicated apply up to a maximum altitude of 1,000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 62 mph (approx 100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle in order to protect the engine; when
the ambient temperature is higher than 37 °C, limit the weight towed.
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CITROËN CITROËN
Grand C4 Picasso C4 Picasso
A 2.730 2.730
B 4.590 4.470
C 0.990 0.990
D 0.870 0.750
E 1.510 1.510
F 1.540 1.540
H 2.100 2.100
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A 0.930 E 0.930
B 0.960/0.980 F 1.140
C 0.880/1.000 G 1.120
D 1.610/1.870 H 1.170
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A 0.920 E 0.880
B 0.990/1.000 F 1.070
C 1.030/1.160 G 1.160
D 1.800/2.060 H 1.170
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