Citroen C3 Picasso (2016 year). Manual — part 9

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Electronic gearbox

Six-speed electronically controlled gearbox
which offers a choice between the comfort of
fully automatic operation or the pleasure of
manual gear changing.
There are two driving modes:
-

automated mode for automatic control
of the gears by the gearbox, without any
action on the part of the driver

-

manual mode for sequential gear changing
by the driver using the gear selector or the
steering mounted paddles.

In automated mode, you can temporarily take
over control of gear changing.

Gear selector positions

R. Reverse
F With your foot on the brake, move the gear

slector forwards to select this position.

N. Neutral.
F With your foot on the brake, select this

position to start.

A. Automated mode.
F

Move the selector backwards to select this

mode.

M + / -.

Manual mode with sequential gear
changing.

F

Move the selector backwards then to the

left to select this mode, then:
● give a push forwards to change up,
● or give a push rearwards to change

down.

+.

Paddle to the right of the steering wheel for

changing up.

F Press the back of the "+" steering mounted

paddle to change up a gear.

-.

Paddle to the left of the steering wheel for

changing down.

F Press the back of the "-" steering mounted

paddle to change down a gear.

Steering mounted control paddles

The steering mounted paddles cannot
be used to select neutral or to engage
or disengage reverse gear.

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Display in the instrument panel

N. Neutral
R. Reverse
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. Gears in manual mode.
AUTO.

This comes on when the automated
mode is selected. It switches off on
changing to manual mode.

Moving off

F Select position N.
F

Press the brake pedal down fully.

F Start the engine.

N appears in the instrument panel
screen.

F Select automated mode (position A) or

manual mode (position M) or reverse
(position R).

AUTO and 1, 1 or R appear in the instrument
panel screen.
F Release the parking brake.
F Progressively take your foot off the brake

pedal.

F

Accelerate away.

Automated mode

F Select position A.

AUTO and the gear engaged appear
in the instrument panel screen.

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

optimisation of fuel consumption,

-

the style of driving,

-

the profile of the road.

-

the vehicle load.

For optimum acceleration, for example
when overtaking another vehicle, press the
accelerator pedal firmly past the point of
resistance.

Do not press the brake and accelerator
pedals at the same time. There would
be a risk of rapid wear of the clutch.

Never select neutral N

when driving.

If the engine does not start:
- If

N flashes in the instrument

panel, move the gear selector to
position A, then to position N.

-

If the message "Foot on the
brake" is displayed in the screen,
accompanied by an audible signal,
press the brake pedal firmly.

You can change mode at any time by
moving the gear selector from A to M or
the other way round.

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F Select position M.

To engage reverse gear R, the vehicle must be
immobilised with your foot on the brake pedal.
F Select position R.

At very low speed, if reverse gear is requested,
this will only be acted on when the vehicle is
immobilised.
At high speed, if reverse gear is requested,
the N

indicator flashes and the gearbox goes

into neutral. To engage a gear again, put the
gear selector into position A or M.

Temporary control of gear
changing

You can temporarily take over control of
gear changing using the "+" and "-" steering
mounted paddles: if the engine speed allows,
the request to change gear is acted on.
This function allows you to anticipate certain
situations such as overtaking a vehicle or the
approach to a corner.
After a few moments without any action on
the control paddles, the gearbox resumes
automatic control of the gears.

The gears engaged appear in
succession in the instrument panel
screen.

The gear change requests are only acted on if
the engine speed permits.
It is not necessary to release the accelerator
during gear changes.
When braking or slowing down, the gearbox
changes down automatically to allow the
vehicle to accelerate in the correct gear.
On sharp acceleration, the gearbox will not
change up unless the driver acts on the gear
selector or the steering mounted paddles.

Never select neutral N

while the vehicle

is moving.

You can change mode at any time, be
moving the gear selecto from M to A or
the other way round.

Engagement of reverse gear is
accompanied by an audible signal.

Manual mode

Reverse

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Stopping the vehicle

Operating fault

With the ignition on, the flashing of AUTO,
accompanied by an audible signal and a
message in the screen, indicates a malfunction
of the gearbox.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

In all cases when parking, you must
apply the parking brake to immobilise
the vehicle.

When immobilising the vehicle, with
the engine running, you must place the
gear selector in neutral N.

Before carrying out any work in the
engine compartment, ensure that the
gear selector is in neutral N and that the
parking brake is applied.

Before switching off the engine, you can:
-

move to position N to engage neutral,

or
- leave the gear engaged; in this case, it will

not be possible to move the vehicle.

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Gear shift indicator*

Operation

The system intervenes only when driving
economically.
Depending on the driving situation and your
vehicle's equipment, the system may advise
you to skip one or more gears. You can
follow this instruction without engaging the
intermediate gears.
The gear engagement recommendations must
not be considered compulsory. In fact, the
configuration of the road, the amount 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 function cannot be deactivated.

Example:

The information appears in the instrument
panel in the form of an arrow accompanied by
the suggested gear.

-

You press the accelerator pedal
moderately.

-

The system may suggest that you engage
a higher gear, if appropriate.

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 never suggests:
-

engaging first gear,

-

engaging reverse gear,

- engaging a lower gear.

System which reduces fuel consumption by advising the driver to change up.

* Depending on engine.

-

You are in third gear.

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

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Hill start assist (with

electronic gearbox)

System which holds your vehicle temporarily
(approximately 2 seconds) when starting on a
slope, 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,

-

certain conditions on a slope are met,

- with the driver’s door closed.
The hill start assist function cannot be
deactivated.

On an ascending slope, with the vehicle
stationary, the vehicle is held momentarily
when you release the brake pedal:
-

provided you are in automated mode
(position A) or in manual mode (position M)
with an electronic gearbox.

On a descending slope, with the vehicle
stationary and reverse gear engaged, the
vehicle is held momentarily when you
release the brake pedal.

Operating fault

If a malfunction of the system occurs, these
warning lamps come on. Contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop to have the
system checked.

Do not leave the vehicle while it is being
held in the hill start assist phase.
If you need to leave the vehicle with
the engine running, manually apply
the parking brake then ensure that the
parking brake warning lamp is on (not
flashing) in the instrument panel.

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Speed limiter

The controls of this system are grouped
together on stalk A.
1.

Speed limiter mode selection thumb wheel.

2. Value decrease button.
3. Value increase button.
4. Speed limiter on / off button.

The programmed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.
5. Speed limiter on / off indication.
6. Speed limiter mode selection indication.
7. Programmed speed value.

Steering mounted controls

Displays in the instrument panel

The speed limiter is switched on manually:
it requires a programmed speed of at least
20 mph (30 km/h).

The speed limiter is switched off by manual
operation of the control.

The programmed speed can be exceeded
temporarily by pressing the accelerator firmly.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
slow down to a speed below the programmed
speed.

The programmed speed remains in the memory
when the ignition is switched off.

The speed limiter cannot, in any circumstances,
replace the need to respect speed limits, nor can it
replace the need for vigilance on the part of the driver.

System which prevents the vehicle from
exceeding the speed programmed by the driver.
When the programmed speed limit is reached,
pressing the accelerator pedal in the normal
manner no longer has any effect.

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Programming

F

Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "LIMIT"

position: the speed limiter mode
is selected but is not switched on
(PAUSE).

You do not have to switch the speed limiter
on in order to set the speed.

Exceeding the programmed speed

Pressing the accelerator pedal to exceed the programmed speed will not have
any effect unless you press the pedal firmly past the point of resistance.
The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily and the programmed speed,
which is still displayed, flashes.
Returning to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or unintentional
deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the flashing of the
programmed speed.

Leaving limiter mode

F

Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "0" position: the speed limiter mode is

deselected. The display returns to the distance recorder.

Operating fault

In the event of a speed limiter fault, the speed
is cleared resulting in flashing of the dashes.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

F Set the speed value by pressing button 2 or 3 (e.g.: 55 mph

(90 km/h)).

You can then change the programmed speed using buttons 2 and 3:
-

by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = short press,

-

by + or - 5 mph (km/h) = long press,

-

in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.

F

Switch the speed limiter on by pressing button 4.

F

Switch the speed limiter off by pressing button 4: the display

confirms that it has been switched off (PAUSE).

F

Switch the speed limiter back on by pressing button 4 again.

On a steep descent or in the event of
sharp acceleration, the speed limiter
will not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed speed.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:
-

ensure that the mat is secured
correctly,

-

do not fit one mat on top of another.

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System which automatically maintains the
speed of the vehicle at the value programmed
by the driver, without any action on the
accelerator pedal.

The controls of this system are grouped
together on control stalk A.

The programmed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.

Steering mounted controls

Displays in the instrument panel

The cruise control is switched on manually: it
requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph
(40 km/h) and the engaging of at least 4th gear.

The cruise control is switched off manually
or by pressing the brake or clutch pedal or
on triggering of the ESP system for safety
reasons.

It is possible to exceed the programmed speed
temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
release the accelerator pedal.
Switching off the ignition cancels any
programmed speed value.

1.

Cruise control mode selection thumb whee;

2. Speed programming / value decrease

button

3. Speed programming / value increase

button

4. Cruise control off / resume button

5. Cruise control off / resume indication
6. Cruise control mode selection indication
7. Programmed speed value

The cruise control cannot, in any circumstances,
replace the need to respect speed limits, nor can it
replace the need for vigilance on the part of the driver.

Cruise control

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Programming

F Turn dial 1 to the "CRUISE" position:

the cruise control mode is selected
but is not switched on (PAUSE).

Exceeding the programmed speed

Intentional or unintentional exceeding of the programmed speed results in
flashing of this speed in the screen.
Return to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or unintentional
deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the flashing of the speed.

Return to normal driving

F Turn dial 1 to the "0" position: the cruise control mode is

deselected. The display returns to the distance recorder.

Operating fault

In the event of a cruise control malfunction,
the speed is cleared resulting in flashing of the
dashes.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

F Set the programmed speed by

accelerating to the required speed,
then press button 2 or 3 (e.g.: 70 mph
(110 km/h)).

F

Switch off the cruise control by pressing button 4:

this is confirmed in the screen (PAUSE).

F

Switch the cruise control back on by pressing button 4 again.

You can then change the programmed speed using buttons 2 and 3:
-

by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = short press,

-

by + or - 5 mph (km/h) = long press,

-

in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.

When the cruise control is switched on,
be careful if you maintain the pressure
on one of the programmed speed
changing buttons: this may result in a
very rapid change in the speed of your
vehicle.
Do not use the cruise control on
slippery roads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep descent, the cruise control
will not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed speed.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:
-

ensure that the mat is secured
correctly,

-

never fit one mat on top of another.

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Rear parking sensors

System comprising four proximity sensors, located in the rear bumper.

This detects obstacles (person, vehicle, tree,
gate, etc.) behind the vehicle. However, it
cannot detect obstacles located just below the
bumper.

Activation

The system is activated as soon as reverse
gear is engaged, accompanied by an audible
signal. The proximity information is given by:
- an audible signal, which becomes more

rapid as the vehicle approaches the
obstacle,

- a graphic in the multifunction screen, with

blocks which become increasingly closer to
the vehicle (depending on version).

Detection zone

When the distance between the rear of the vehicle
and the obstacle is less than thirty centimetres, the
audible signal becomes continuous and the "Danger"
symbol appears in the multifunction screen.
On completion of the manoeuvre, when you exit
reverse gear, the system becomes inactive.

An object, such as a stake, a roadworks
cone or any other similar object may
be detected at the beginning of the
manoeuvre, but may no longer be detected
when the vehicle comes close to it.

The parking sensors system cannot in
any circumstances replace the need for
vigilance on the part of the driver.

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Deactivation

Reactivation

With the engine running, press button A to
deactivate the system permanently. The
indicator lamp in the button comes on.

The system will be deactivated
automatically when towing a trailer or
when a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle
fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier
recommended by CITROËN).

In bad or wintry weather, ensure that
the sensors are not covered with mud,
frost or snow.

Press button A again to reactivate the system.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off.
If there is an operating fault, when reverse gear
is engaged, the service warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an audible signal (short
beep) and a message in the multifunction
screen.

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Reversing camera

A reversing camera is activated automatically
when reverse gear is engaged.
The colour image is provided in the navigation
screen.

The space between the blue lines represents the
width of your vehicle except for the door mirrors.

The blue lines represent the general direction
of the vehicle.
The red line represents a distance of about
30 cm beyond the edge of your vehicle's
rear bumper. The audible signal becomes
continuous from this limit.
The green lines represent distances of about 1
and 2 metres beyond the edge of your vehicle's
rear bumper.

Clean the reversing camera regularly
using a soft, dry cloth.

The reversing camera cannot in any
circumstances be a substitute for
vigilance on the part of the driver.

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TOTAL & CITROËN

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and protecting the
environment

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performance

For over 40 year, the TOTAL Research and
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For you, this is an assurance that you will obtain the
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Optimum protection for
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By having your CITROËN vehicle
serviced with TOTAL lubricants, you are
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and performance of your engine, while
also protecting the environment.

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Bonnet

F

Push the exterior safety catch B to the left

and raise the bonnet.

F Unclip the stay C from its housing.
F

Fix the stay in the notch to hold the bonnet

open.

Closing

F Take the stay out of the support notch.
F Clip the stay in its housing.
F

Lower the bonnet and release it at the end

of its travel.

F Pull on the bonnet to check that it is

secured correctly.

F Open the front left door.
F Pull the interior bonnet release lever A,

located at the bottom of the door aperture.

Opening

The location of the interior bonnet
release lever prevents opening of the
bonnet while the front left door is closed.

Do not open the bonnet in high winds.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the bonnet
stay with care (risk of burns).

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Running out of fuel (Diesel)

If the engine does not start first time,
don't keep trying but start the procedure
again from the beginning.

On vehicles fitted with HDi engines, the fuel system must be primed if you run out of fuel.

BlueHDi engine

F

Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of

Diesel.

F

Switch on the ignition (without starting the

engine).

F

Wait around 6 seconds and switch off the

ignition.

F Repeat the operation 10 times.
F Operate the starter to run the engine.