Citroen Nemo (2015 year). Manual — part 4

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Steering mounted controls

Headlamp beam

You are advised to adjust the height of the
headlamp beams in accordance with the
load in your vehicle.
This function can only be accessed in
the main beam headlamps and dipped
headlamps position.

Press these controls, located
on the dashboard, several times
in succession to adjust the
headlamps.

Foglamps

The controls are located in the dashboard
switch panel.

Front and rear foglamps

The foglamps should only be used in

fog or when snow is falling.

In clear weather or in rain, both day and
night, lit rear fog lamps dazzle and are
prohibited.
Do not forget to switch them off when they

are no longer necessary.

Guide-me-home lighting

The temporary maintaining of the dipped

beam headlamps, after switching off the

vehicle's ignition, makes the driver's exit

easier when the light is poor by illuminating
the space in front of the vehicle.

Activation
With the ignition key in the STOP position

or removed, pull the lighting stalk towards

the steering wheel within 2 minutes after

switching off the engine.
Each time the control is operated, the
duration for which the lamps will remain
on is extended by 30 seconds, up to a

maximum of 210 seconds. Once this period
of time has elapsed, the lamps switch off
automatically.

Deactivation
Pull the lighting stalk towards the steering
wheel for more than 2 seconds.

The front foglamps operate with
the sidelamps and the dipped
beam headlamps.

The rear foglamps operate with
the dipped beam headlamps.

Press one of these controls to switch on the
lamps.

The warning lamp comes on,

accompanied by a message in the
screen, the first time the control is
operated and remains on until the

function is deactivated automatically.

an indicator lamp in the screen
indicates the adjustment position

selected (0, 1, 2, 3).

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Steering mounted controls

WIPER STALK

Windscreen wipers

Wiping is only active when the ignition key is
in the RUNNING position.
The stalk may have four different positions.

Three speeds can be selected by turning

the ring.

To change the blades, refer to the

"Quick help - Changing a wiper blade"
section.

Good practice

Check that the windscreen wiper blades can

operate freely when using the wipers in icy
weather.

Intermittent.

Slow continuous.

Fast continuous.

Single wipe: by pushing up.

Windscreen wash

Push the stalk down, the windscreen wash
alone is activated.
Hold the stalk down, the windscreen wash
is accompanied by a timed sweep of the
wipers.

To top up the levels, refer to the
"Checks - Levels" section.

Rear wiper

This is positioned on the window
of the large rear door.

Turn the ring.

Rear screen wash

The rear screen wash is incorporated next to
the third brake lamp.

Push the stalk up, the rear screen wash
alone is activated.
Hold the stalk up, the rear screen wash is
accompanied by a timed sweep of the wiper.

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Steering mounted controls

Reactivation

- Press the button on the

end of the control again.

or
- Press the accelerator pedal until a speed

close to the programmed speed.

- Engage the gear selected when

programming the speed.

Your vehicle will return to the last
programmed speed.

When the system is activated, The "Cruise
control" warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel.

CRUISE CONTROL

"This is the speed at which the driver wishes
to drive".
This aid to driving in free-flowing traffic
enables the vehicle to maintain the speed
programmed by the driver, without use of the
accelerator pedal.

In order for it to be programmed or

activated, the vehicle speed must be greater

than 18 mph (30 km/h) with at least second

gear engaged on the manual gearbox.

Selecting the function

- Place the ring in the

ON position. The cruise
control is selected but
is not yet active and
no speed has been
programmed.

First activation /
Programming
a speed

- Reach the chosen

speed by pressing the
accelerator.

- Move the control up (+) for at least one

second then release it.

This programmes the reference speed. You
can release the accelerator pedal, and the
vehicle will maintain this speed.

Temporarily exceeding
of the speed

It is possible to accelerate
and drive momentarily at
a speed greater than the

programmed speed (for example to overtake
another vehicle).
When the accelerator pedal is released, the
vehicle will return to the programmed speed.

Deactivation

- Press the button on

the end of the control.

or
- Press the brake or clutch pedal.
The cruise control is also deactivated if the
ABS or DSC system is invoked.

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Steering mounted controls

Changing the programmed speed

There are two methods of memorising a

speed higher than the previous one:

Switching the function off

- Place the ring in the

OFF position or switch
off the ignition to switch

everything off.

Cancelling the programmed speed

When the vehicle becomes stationary, after
switching off the ignition, the system no

longer memorises a speed.

Operating fault

In the event of an operating fault, turn the

ring to the OFF position and contact a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Good practice

When changing the programmed speed by
means of a maintained press, pay attention
as the speed can increase or decrease
rapidly.
do not use the cruise control on slippery
roads or in heavy traffic.

Never engage neutral while the system is

operating.
In the event of a steep slope, the cruise
control cannot prevent the vehicle from
exceeding the programmed speed.
In any event, the cruise control cannot
replace the need to observe the speed limits,
nor can it replace the need for vigilance and
responsibility on the part of the driver.
It is advisable to leave your feet near the
pedals.
To avoid any jamming under the pedals:

- ensure that the mat and its fixings on the

floor are positioned correctly,

- never place one mat on top of another.

Without using the accelerator:

- move the control up (+).
Each brief press increases

the speed by 1 mph (km/h).

Using the accelerator:

- exceed the memorised speed until the

speed required is reached,

- move the control up (+) for at least one

second, then release it.

To memorise a speed lower

than the previous one:

- move the control

down (-)

; the new speed

will be memorised
automatically.

a brief press decreases the speed by

1 mph (km/h).
a maintained press decreases the speed

gradually.

a maintained press increases the speed

gradually.

FIXED SPEED LIMITER

This function allows a fixed maximum speed
limit to be set for the vehicle (according

to version and only on the 1.3 HDi 75 hp

engine).
The maximum speed can be set to one
of 4 pre-defined values: 56, 62, 68 or

80 mph (90, 100, 110 or 130 km/h).

A label in the passenger compartment
indicates the presence of this function

and its setting.
This function cannot be deactivated or set
by the driver.

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Mirrors and windows

REAR VIEW MIRROR

DOOR MIRRORS

Electric controls

The electric control is located on the interior
door trim, level with the mirror.

To defrost the mirrors, press the
heated rear screen button.

Select the mirror to be adjusted by turning

the control to the right or to the left, then
move the control in the direction of the
adjustment required.

Manual controls
The right-hand and left-hand manual
controls are located inside the vehicle at the
base of each mirror.
Move the lever in the direction of the
adjustment required.

The lever located on the lower edge moves
the mirror into two positions.
For the day position, the lever is pushed
forwards.
For the night position to prevent dazzle,
pull the lever towards you.

The mirror glass is convex in order to widen

the lateral field of vision. Objects seen in the
mirror are in reality closer than they appear.
Therefore, this must be taken into account in
order to assess the distance correctly.

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Mirrors and windows

ELECTRIC WINDOWS

Electric controls

on the driver's side, the electric window
has a safety anti-pinch function and is

associated with one-touch controls for

lowering and raising.
From the driver's seat, the controls placed
on the door operate the vehicle's front
windows.
On the passenger's side, the control

operates the passenger's front window.

One-touch control

an extended press on the control for the
driver's window raises or lowers the window
completely.
Press the control again to stop the window.
Press the control briefly to start the
movement of the window.

Manual controls

Turn the window winder located on the door
trim panel.

Good practice

Always remove the key from the ignition

when leaving the vehicle, even for a short
time.
If the electric window meets an obstacle
during operation, you must reverse the
movement of the window. To do this, press
the control concerned.
When the driver operates the passenger
electric window controls, they must ensure
that no one is preventing correct closing of
the windows.
The driver must ensure that the passenger
uses the electric window correctly.
Be aware of children when operating the
windows.

REAR WINDOWS (COMBI)

To partially open the rear windows, tilt the
lever and push it fully to lock the windows in
the open position.

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Gearbox and steering wheel

Good practice
To change gear smoothly, always press the
clutch pedal fully down.

To prevent the mat from becoming caught under

the pedal:

- ensure that the mat is positioned correctly,
- never fit one mat on top of another.

Avoid leaving your hand on the gear knob as

the force exerted, even if slight, may cause
wear of the internal components of the
gearbox over time.

MANUAL GEARBOX

Reverse gear

Never engage reverse gear until the vehicle
is completely stationary.
The lever should be moved slowly to reduce
the noise on engaging reverse gear.

If your vehicle is fitted with parking
sensors, the system comes into

operation when reverse gear is engaged,

confirmed by an audible signal.

Refer to the "Technology on board -

Parking sensors" section.

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

When the vehicle is stationary, release the
steering wheel adjustment by pushing the
lever down.
Adjust the steering wheel for height and

reach, then lock by pulling the lever up fully.

When traversing a flooded road or a

ford, drive at walking pace.

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ELECTRONIC GEARBOX

The five-speed electronic gearbox offers a
choice between the comfort of automated
operation or the pleasure of manual gear

changing.

This gearbox provides two driving modes:

- an automated mode for automatic control

of the gears by the gearbox and therefore
without any action on the part of the
driver,

- a sequential mode for manual changing

of the gears by the driver using the gear
lever.

It consists of:
1.

a gear lever 1 on the centre console

for selecting the driving mode, reverse

gear and neutral or for changing gear in
sequential mode,

2. a button 2 to activate or deactivate the

economy programme.

Gear lever gate

All movements of the gear lever are given
from the middle position.
N

: neutral.

With your foot on the brake, select this

position to start, by moving the gear lever to

the right and then forwards.
R

: reverse gear.

With the vehicle stationary, keep your foot

on the brake pedal and move the gear lever

to the right and then backwards.
M

+/-: sequential mode with manual gear

changing.

Make a long push to the left on the lever to

select this mode, then:

- push towards + to change up,
- push towards - to change down.

Displays in the instrument panel

N. neutral.
R. Reverse.
1 2 3 4 5.

Gears engaged.

AUTO. Comes on when automated mode
is selected; it goes off when changing to
sequential mode.
E. It comes on when the economy
programme is activated; it goes off on
deactivation.

A

: automated mode.

Move the lever downwards to select this
mode.
E

: economy programme.

Press this button to activate or deactivate it.

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Gearbox and steering wheel

Moving off

You must press the brake pedal.
Start the engine; the gearbox changes into
neutral automatically.
The gear lever stays in the position selected

before switching off the ignition.
"N" appears in the instrument panel screen,
accompanied by an audible signal when

you release the brake pedal, to indicate that
there is a difference between the position of
the gear lever and the gear selected in the

gearbox.

Select first gear (move the lever towards +)
or reverse (position R).
"1" or "R" appears in the instrument panel
screen.
Release the parking brake.

Remove your foot from the brake pedal and
then accelerate away.

The aUTo or sequential mode used
before switching off the ignition remains

in memory when the vehicle is restarted.

Stopping - Starting on a slope

This gearbox is electronically controlled and
does not have a clutch pedal.
Do not use the accelerator pedal to hold
the vehicle on a slope, apply the parking
brake instead; failure to follow this
procedure can overheat the clutch and
damage the gearbox.
When moving off on a slope, accelerate

gradually while releasing the parking brake.

It is also possible to move off
in 2

nd

gear on slippery surfaces

(2

nd

press on +).

Automated mode

once you have moved off, you can switch to
automated mode by selecting position A/M.

"AUTO"

and the gear engaged

appear in the instrument panel
screen.

The gearbox then operates in auto-active
mode, without any action on the part of the
driver.
It continuously selects the most appropriate
gear depending on the:

- vehicle speed,
- engine speed,
- accelerator pedal position.
To optimise driving comfort and obtain the

most suitable gear, avoid sharp variations in
the pressure on the accelerator pedal.
If you fully depress the accelerator pedal,
the gearbox changes down for sharper
acceleration.

By rapidly pushing the accelerator fully

down, the vehicle moves off quickly.

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Stopping the vehicle

To switch off the engine, with your foot on

the brake pedal, you should:

- select first gear or reverse.
- apply the parking brake to immobilise the

vehicle.

- switch off the ignition.

Temporarily changing gear in AUTO mode

You can also request a gear change using

the gear lever.
This action does not deactivate the
automated mode, but allows temporary
use of the sequential mode functions (for
example: for overtaking another vehicle...).
"AUTO" remains displayed in the instrument
panel screen.

"ECO" economy programme
This programme works with the automated
mode to reduce fuel consumption.
Press button E

to activate the programme.

Sequential mode

After using the automated mode, you can

return to the sequential mode by selecting
position A /M

again.

"E" appears in the instrument
panel screen, next to "AUTO"
and the gear selected by the

gearbox.

The gearbox then selects the best gear for

the speed of the vehicle, the engine speed
and the accelerator pedal position to reduce
fuel consumption.

"AUTO" disappears and the
gears engaged appear in
succession in the instrument
panel screen.

t is not necessary to take your foot off the

accelerator pedal to change the gear.

The gear change requests are only carried

out if the engine speed permits it. The

system gives an audible signal if a gear

change is not possible.

At low speeds, when approaching a stop

or traffic lights for example, the gearbox

changes down to first gear automatically.

Release the brake pedal after the display

of the gear engaged has disappeared
from the instrument panel screen.

never leave the vehicle with the
gearbox in neutral (position N). In this

case, there is an audible signal on switching

off the ignition (ignition key in the STOP
position).

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Gearbox and steering wheel

Reinitialisation

Turn the ignition key to the MAR position.

Within ten seconds, the gear engaged should
appear in the instrument panel screen.
Otherwise, turn the ignition key to the
STOP position and wait until the instrument
panel screen goes off.

Turn the ignition key to the MAR position

again.

The illumination of this warning

lamp, accompanied by a message
in the instrument panel screen,
indicates incorrect use of the

gearbox by the driver.

With the ignition on, the flashing this warning

lamp, accompanied by an audible signal and

a message in the instrument panel screen,

indicates a fault with the gearbox.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

If the problem persist, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

never select neutral N while the vehicle
is moving.

Only engage reverse gear R with the vehicle

immobilised and the brake pedal pressed.

You risk damaging the gearbox if you

press the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.

Back-up mode - Slow move off

This procedure should be applied if pressing

the brake pedal is not recognised by the

system, or if the gearbox has fault on

starting the engine.

Press the brake pedal firmly.

Turn the ignition key to the AVV position for
at least seven seconds.
The engine starts.

The system is in back-up mode; the gearbox

will not go beyond the 3

rd

gear engaged and

automated mode is not available.

If the engine does not start, have the

system checked by a CITROËN dealer

or a qualified workshop.

Operating fault

In the event of a prolonged stop with the

engine running, it is recommended that

the gearbox be put into neutral (position N).

With the vehicle stationary, the engine

running and first, second or reverse

gear engaged, the gearbox changes to
neutral automatically, accompanied by
an audible signal, in the following

circumstances:

- no action on the accelerator or brake

pedals for at least 3 minutes,

- brake pedal applied for more than

10 minutes,

- driver's door opened and no action on the

accelerator or brake pedals for at least

1.5 seconds,

- a gearbox fault.

When towing your vehicle, ensure that

the gearbox is in neutral (position N).

When traversing a flooded road or a

ford, drive at walking pace.

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GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR*

* According to engine.

Operation

The system intervenes only when driving
economically.
The gear change recommendations must
not be considered compulsory, as the
configuration of the road, the volume of

traffic and safety remain determining factors

when choosing the best gear. Therefore,

the driver remains responsible for deciding

whether or not to follow the advice given by
the system.
This system cannot be deactivated.

Example:

System which reduces fuel consumption by
recommending the most suitable gear.

Display in the level 2 instrument panel

In the case of driving which

makes particular demands on the

performance of the engine (firm pressure
on the accelerator pedal, for example,
when overtaking...), the system will not

recommend a gear change.

The system will never suggest:

- engaging first gear,
- engaging reverse.

- You are in third gear.
- You press the accelerator pedal

moderately.

- The system may suggest that you engage

a higher gear, if appropriate.

On vehicle fitted with a manual gearbox,

the arrow may be accompanied by the gear
recommended.

With an electronic gearbox, the system is
only active in manual mode.

The information appears in the form of the
word SHIFT in the instrument panel screen,
accompanied by an up arrow to changing up.

Display in the level 1 instrument panel

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Starting and stopping

IGNITION SWITCH

STOP

position: steering lock.

The ignition is off.
MAR

position: ignition on.

Certain accessories can be used.
AVV

position: starter.

The starter is operated.

Starting the engine

Engine immobiliser warning lamp
If this warning lamp comes on,

use another key and have the

faulty key checked by a CITROËN
dealer.

Diesel pre-heating warning lamp
With the parking brake applied

and the gearbox in neutral, turn

the key to the MAR position.

Door or bonnet open warning
lamp
If this warning lamp comes on,

check that the doors and bonnet
are closed correctly.

Stopping the engine

Stop the vehicle and apply the parking

brake, then, with the engine at idle, return

the key to the STOP position.

Avoid attaching heavy objects to the

key, which would weigh down on its

blade in the ignition switch and could cause
a malfunction.

In low temperatures
In mountainous and/or cold areas, it is

advisable to use a "winter" type fuel suited
to low or minus temperatures.

Wait for this warning lamp to go off then
operate the starter (AVV position) until the
engine starts.

The period of illumination of the warning
lamp depends on the climatic conditions.
With the engine hot, the warning lamp
comes on for a few moments, you can start
the engine without waiting.

As soon as the engine is running, release

the key.

If the ambient temperature is below
-23°C, the engine should be left

running at idle for four minutes, in order to
ensure the correct operation and durability
of the engine and gearbox.

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Starting and stopping

HILL START ASSIST

An integral part of the DSC system, it

facilitates starting on a gradient by keeping
your vehicle immobilised temporarily
(approximately 2 seconds), the time it takes

to move your foot from the brake pedal to
the accelerator pedal.
This function is only active when:

- the vehicle is completely stationary, with

your foot on the brake pedal,

- the engine is running,
- the gradient is steeper than 5 %.

Operation

On a slope, with engine running and the
vehicle stationary, the vehicle is held
for a brief moment when you release the
brake pedal:
- provided you are in first gear or neutral

with a manual gearbox,

- provided you are in position A or M with

an electronic gearbox,

On a descending slope, with the vehicle
stationary, the engine running and
reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held
for a brief moment when you release the
brake pedal.

after 2 seconds, if the vehicle has not
moved off, the system is deactivated

automatically by gradually reducing the

brake pressure. During this phase, the

characteristic sound of brakes being

released will be heard, indicating the
imminent movement of the vehicle.

do not leave the vehicle while it is
being held in the hill start assist phase.

If you need to leave the vehicle while the
engine is running, apply the parking brake

manually. Then ensure that the parking

brake warning lamp is on (not flashing) in
the instrument panel.

Operating fault

If a fault occurs with the system,
these warning lamps come on in
the instrument panel. Contact a
CITRoËn dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system

checked.

In SToP mode of Stop & Start, hill start
assist is inactive.

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Starting and stopping

- with a manual gearbox, with the vehicle

stationary, put the gear lever into neutral,
then release the clutch pedal,

- with an electronic gearbox, with the

vehicle stationary, hold the brake pedal
down.

Special cases: STOP mode unavailable
The STOP mode is not invoked when:

- the driver's door is open,
- the driver's seat belt is not fastened,
- reverse gear is engaged,
- some special conditions (battery

charge, engine temperature, particle

filter regeneration, braking assistance,

ambient temperature...) where the engine
is needed to assure control of a system.

In this case, a message appears
in the instrument panel screen,
accompanied by the "S"

warning

lamp, which flashes for a few
seconds, then goes off.

This operation is perfectly normal.

STOP & START

The Stop & Start system puts the engine

temporarily into standby - STOP mode -

during stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic

jams, or other...). The engine restarts

automatically - START mode - as soon as

you want to move off. The restart takes

place instantly, quickly and silently.
Perfect for urban use, the Stop & Start
system reduces fuel consumption, exhaust
emissions and the noise level when
stationary.

Operation

Going into engine STOP mode

The "S"

warning lamp comes on

in the instrument panel and the
engine goes into standby:

Automatic stopping of the engine is
only possible after the vehicle has

exceed a speed of about 6 mph (10 km/h),

to avoid repeated stopping of the engine

when driving slowly.

In the SToP mode Stop & Start, hill
start assist is inactive.

never leave your vehicle with out first
turning off the ignition with the key.

Never refuel with the engine in STOP

mode; you must switch off the ignition

with the key.

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Starting and stopping

Special cases: START invoked
automatically
The START mode is invoked automatically

when:

- the vehicle's is free wheeling on a slope,
- the engine has been stopped for around

3 minutes with Stop & Start,

- some special conditions (battery charge,

engine temperature, braking assistance,

ambient temperature...) where the engine
is needed to assure control of a system.

Good practice
With a manual gearbox in STOP mode, if a

gear is engaged without fully depressing the

clutch pedal, restarting may not take place.

A warning lamp or message is displayed

in the instrument panel asking you to fully

depress the clutch pedal to allow restarting.

With the engine stopped in STOP mode,
if the driver unfasten's their seat belt and
opens a front door, the engine can only

be restarted using the ignition key. This is

indicated by an audible signal, accompanied

by flashing of the service warning lamp and

a message in the instrument panel screen.

If following an automatic restart in START

mode, the driver takes no action on the

the vehicle during the next 3 minutes, the

system stops the engine definitively. The

engine can then only be restarted using the

key.

Going into engine START mode

The "S"

warning lamp goes off and

the engine starts:

- with a manual gearbox, depress the

clutch pedal,

- with an electronic gearbox:

● gear lever in position A or M, release the

brake pedal,

● or engage reverse gear.

In this case, a message appears
in the instrument panel screen,
accompanied by the "S"

warning

lamp, which flashes for a few
seconds, then goes off.

This operation is perfectly normal.

In STOP mode, moving the gear lever

on an electronic gearbox starts the

engine, in anticipation of moving off.

If the engine stops automatically when
the vehicle is on a slope, as hill start

is only active with the engine running, it is

necessary to restart the engine by engaging

a forward gear and releasing the brake
pedal.