Citroen C8 (2013 year). Manual — part 6

EASE OF USE and COMFORT

Practical information

REAR INTERIOR LAYOUT

5. Storage compartment

11. Luggage retaining net "octopus"

position

Secure the net's four hooks in their

stowing rings on the fl oor.

1. Access handle

2. Grab handle and coat hook

3. Door tray with storage for a can

and a bottle of water or for the

portable bin with ashtray

4. High load retaining net fastenings
Open the covers of the upper

fastenings in row 3.
Install the ends of the metal bar in

these fastenings.
Secure the two tray strap hooks in the

stowing rings on the fl oor.
Pull the two straps taut.
Secure the two hooks on the elastic

parts of the tray in these rings.
The rings are located directly below the

corresponding upper fastenings.

6. Can holder

7. Storage compartment

8. Bottle holder or portable bin with

ashtray

9. Luggage retaining net "hammock"

position fastenings

Fold the net in two.
Secure the two centre hooks in the

stowing rings on the fl oor.
Secure the net's remaining four hooks

on the tailgate pillars.

10. 12 V socket for accessories (120 W)
This permits the connection of a mobile

telephone charger, a baby's bottle

warmer, ...

12. Load space cover

(5 seat version)

To install it:
-

position one end of the roller in

row 2,

compress the opposite end of the

roller and position it,

release it to allow it to engage,

unroll the cover as far as the pillars,

secure the two hooks on the pillars,

To remove it:
-

pull the cover towards you to

detach it from its fastenings,

return the cover into its roller,

compress it and remove it from its

support in row 2.

13. Rear shelf with umbrella holder

(7-8 seat version)

To remove the shelf:
-

pull it rearward

lift it slightly, then remove it

To install it:
-

tilt it forwards slightly,

push to engage it in its fastenings.

Practical information

Front courtesy light

Automatic switching on/off

The front courtesy light comes on

when the key is removed from the

ignition, when the vehicle is unlocked,

when one of the front doors is opened

or for location of the vehicle using the

remote control.
It switches off gradually after the

ignition is switched on and when the

vehicle is locked.

Permanently on, ignition on.

Front: comes on when one

of the front or rear doors is

opened.

Permanently off.

Individual reading light

Rear courtesy light rows 2 and 3

These are switched on and off by

means of a manual switch.

COURTESY LIGHTS

Rows 2 and 3: comes on

when one of the rear doors is

opened.

Rear courtesy light

EASE OF USE and COMFORT

Practical information

AREAS FOR TOLL CARDS/
CAR PARK TICKETS

The athermic windscreen has two non-

refl ective zones located either side of

the base of the interior mirror.
They are intended for affi xing toll cards

and/or car park tickets.

SUN VISOR WITH ILLUMINATED
COURTESY MIRROR

With the ignition on, the mirror is

illuminated automatically when the

concealing fl ap is raised.

SIDE BLINDS

Side blinds are available in

rows 2 and/or 3.
Pull the side blind by the tab(s).
Position the blind’s attachment(s) on

the corresponding hook(s).

Ensure that the tabs are hooked

correctly to prevent any damage to

the blind when the corresponding

sliding side door is opened.

Mirrors and windows

Manual rear view mirror

The rear view mirror has two positions:
- day

(normal),

- night

(anti-dazzle).

To change from one to the other, push

or pull the lever on the lower edge of

the mirror.

Automatic day/night interior

mirror

This automatically and gradually

changes between the day and night

positions. To prevent dazzling,

the glass of the mirror darkens

automatically depending on the

intensity of the light from behind.

It clears as the light (headlamps of

following vehicles, sunlight) decreases,

ensuring maximum visibility.

Special feature
To ensure maximum visibility during

manoeuvres, the mirror clears

automatically when reverse gear is

engaged.

MIRRORS

MIRRORS AND WINDOWS

Electric exterior mirrors

Move switch A to the right or to

the left to select the corresponding

mirror.

Move knob B in all four directions

to adjust.

Return switch A to the centre

position .

When parked, the mirrors can be

folded back manually, or electrically by

pulling switch A rearwards.
Electric unfolding of the mirrors is

possible with the key on unlocking the

vehicle.

EASE OF USE and COMFORT

Mirrors and windows

ELECTRIC WINDOWS

4. Rear left electric window switch.
5. Rear electric windows disarming

switch (child safety).

red strip visible: the rear switches

are activated.

red strip covered: the rear switches

are disarmed.

You have two options:

The electrical functions of the

electric windows are disarmed

one minute after switching off the

ignition.

Disarming the rear controls
For the safety of your children, press

switch 5 to disarm all of the electrical

controls in the rear:
- electric

windows,

sliding side doors,

- sunroofs.

1. Driver's electric window switch.
2. Passenger electric window

switch.

3. Rear right electric window

switch.

Manual operation:

press or pull switch 1 , without going

beyond the point of resistance. The

window stops when the switch is

released.

Automatic operation:

press or pull switch 1 , beyond the

point of resistance: the window

opens or closes completely when

the switch is released. Pressing the

switch again stops the movement

of the window.

Mirrors and windows

REAR WINDOWS

To partially open the rear windows, tilt

the lever and push it fully to lock the

windows in the open position.

Safety auto-reverse

When the window rises and meets an

obstacle, it stops and partially lowers

again.
In the event of contact during operation

of the windows, you must reverse the

movement of the window. To do this,

press the switch concerned.

Reinitialising the window

In the event of unwanted opening of

the window on closing (for example, in

the presence of ice), in the event of a

malfunction or following reconnection of the

battery, the window must be reinitialised:
-

press the switch until the window is

fully open,

then pull it again until the window is

fully closed,

continue to hold the switch for

approximately one second after the

window has closed.

The safety auto-reverse function is

not active during these operations.

Always remove the key from the

ignition when leaving the vehicle,

even for a short time.

The driver must ensure that:
-

no one is preventing correct closing

of the windows,

the passengers use the electric

windows correctly,

children do not hinder the

movement of the windows.

SAFETY

Driving safely

HANDBRAKE

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS

Press the button, the direction

indicators fl ash.
They can operate with the ignition off.

Automatic lighting of hazard

warning lights

Equipment conditioned according

to country: when braking in an

emergency, depending on the

deceleration, the hazard warning lights

come on automatically. They switch

off automatically the fi rst time you

accelerate.
It is also possible to switch them off by

pressing the button.

DRIVING SAFELY

Applying
When parking, pull the handbrake to

immobilize your vehicle. When parking

on a slope, direct your wheels towards

the pavement and pull the handbrake.

Releasing
Pull on the handle and press the button

to release the handbrake.

Pull the button located at the end of the

handbrake forwards.
The handbrake lever lowers.
You can now pivot the seat.
To return to normal operation, pull the

lever upwards until a click is heard.
If the handbrake is still on or has

not been released properly, this is

indicated by:

Disengaging
If your vehicle is fi tted with a version

with a rotating front seat, apply the

handbrake.

a warning light which comes

on on the instrument panel,
an audible signal,
a message on the display.

SAFETY

Parking sensors

FRONT AND/OR REAR
PARKING ASSISTANCE

If fi tted on your vehicle, the system is

audible and/or visual and consists of

four proximity sensors, located in the

front and/or rear bumper. The sensors

detect any obstacle which enters

the fi eld: person, vehicle, tree, gate,

located in front of or behind the vehicle

during the manoeuvre.
Objects the size or thickness of which

is detected at the beginning of the

manoeuvre, may no longer be detected

at the end of the manoeuvre: due to

blind spots between and below the

sensors. Examples: stake, roadworks

cone, kerbstone.
This system does not take the place of

the vigilance and responsibility of the

driver.

Switching the system on

The system is activated as soon as:
-

reverse gear is engaged,

the speed falls below 6 mph

(10 km/h) in forward gear.

This is accompanied by an audible

signal and displaying of the vehicle,

depending on the display.
The proximity information is given by:
-

an audible signal, which becomes

more rapid as the vehicle

approaches the obstacle,

a graphic on the display, with

blocks which become progressively

closer to the vehicle.

The obstacle is located in relation to

the emission of the audible signal from

the speakers, front or rear and right

or left.

Switching the system off

Press the button again to re-activate

the system. The indicator light on the

button switches off.

In bad or wintry weather, ensure

that the sensors are not covered

with mud, frost or snow.

In this case (e.g. sensors dirty), when

reverse gear is engaged, the indicator

light fl ashes, accompanied by an

audible signal and a message on the

display.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.

Deactivation

Press the button on the fascia

to deactivate the system

(to avoid waking a child...).

The indicator light on the

button comes on.

The system returns to the inactive

status:
-

when you exit reverse gear,

when the speed increases to above

6 mph (10 km/h),

at the end of the manoeuvre, when

the vehicle becomes stationary

(front parking assistance only).

RE-ACTIVATION

When the distance between the vehicle

and the obstacle is less than approximately

thirty centimetres, the audible signal

becomes continuous and the "Danger"

symbol appears depending on the display.

This function will be deactivated

automatically when the vehicle is

towing a trailer or when a bicycle

carrier is fi tted (vehicle fi tted with

towing attachment or bicycle carrier

recommended by CITROËN).

Driving safely

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
(ABS) AND ELECTRONIC
BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION
(EBFD)

The ABS, in conjunction with the

electronic brake force distribution,

increases the stability and

manoeuvrability of your vehicle on

braking, in particular on poor or

slippery road surfaces.

HORN

Press one of the spokes of the steering

wheel.

When changing wheels (tyres and

rims), make sure that these are

approved.

The anti-lock braking system comes

into operation automatically when there

is a risk of wheel lock.

When this warning light

comes on, accompanied by

a buzzer and a message,

it indicates that there is a

malfunction of the ABS, which

can cause a loss of control of the

vehicle when braking.

When this warning light comes

on, connected to the STOP

warning light, accompanied

by a buzzer and a message,

it indicates that there is a

malfunction of the electronic brake force

distribution, which can cause a loss of

control of the vehicle when braking.
Stop immediately.

In both cases, consult a CITROËN

dealer.

Normal operation of the ABS may

make itself felt by slight vibrations of

the brake pedal.
In emergency braking, press

very fi rmly without releasing the

pressure.

EMERGENCY BRAKING
ASSISTANCE SYSTEM (EBA)

In an emergency, this system enables

the optimum braking pressure to be

reached more quickly, press the pedal

fi rmly without releasing it.
It is triggered by the speed at which the

brake pedal is activated.
To prolong the operation of the

emergency braking assistance system:

keep your foot on the brake pedal.
This alters the resistance of the brake

pedal under your foot.

SAFETY

Driving safely

TRACTION CONTROL (ASR)
AND DYNAMIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESP)

Activation of the ASR and ESP

systems
When the ignition is on, the ASR and

ESP systems are always active.

Disarming the ASR/ESP

systems

In certain conditions (vehicle stuck in

mud or snow, or on loose ground...), it

could prove useful to disarm the ASR

and ESP systems to make the wheels

spin and regain grip.
-

Press the switch, situated under

the steering wheel on the left of the

fascia.

The indicator light comes on

accompanied by a message:

the ESP and ASR systems

no longer act on the engine

operation, but continue to act

on the brakes.

Operating check

The ASR/ESP systems offer

increased safety during normal

driving, but should not incite the

driver to take risks or to drive at high

speed.
The operation of these systems is

ensured if the recommendations

of the manufacturer regarding

the wheels (tyres and rims), the

braking components, the electronic

components and the fi tting and repair

procedures within the CITROËN

network are observed.
After an impact, have these systems

checked by a CITROËN dealer .

They engage again:
-

automatically above 30 mph

(50 km/h),

manually by pressing the switch

again.

Operation of the ASR and

ESP systems
The warning light fl ashes if

the ASR or ESP is activated.

These systems are linked and

complement the ABS.
The ASR system optimises drive to

prevent the wheels skidding, by acting

on the brakes of the drive wheels

and on the engine. It also allows the

directional stability of the vehicle to be

improved on acceleration.
If there is a variation between the

trajectory followed by the vehicle and

that required by the driver, the ESP

system automatically acts on the

engine and the brake of one or more

wheels, in order to put the vehicle back

on course, within the limits of the laws

of physics.

When a malfunction of the

systems occurs, the indicator

light comes on, accompanied

by an audible signal and a

message on the display.

Consult a CITROËN dealer to have the

system checked.

Driving safely

TYRE UNDER-INFLATION
DETECTION

Sensors check the tyre pressure during

driving, and trigger a warning in the

event of a malfunction (speed greater

than approx.15 mph [25 km/h]) or

puncture.
An outline representing one or more

wheels fl ashing indicates the location

of the wheel or wheels concerned.

Flat tyre

The SERVICE warning light

comes on, accompanied

by the message "Tyre(s)

defl ated" , an outline on the display,

and an audible signal.
Check the tyre pressure as soon as

possible.

If the damaged tyre is temporarily

stored in the boot, it will again emit

this message to remind you of the

necessity of having it repaired. This will

prevent another warning of the same

type being displayed.

Sensor(s) not detected

The SERVICE warning light

comes on, accompanied

by the message "X tyre

pressure sensor(s) missing" , an

outline on the display and an audible

signal.
Under-infl ation detection is absent

from one (or several) tyre(s). Consult a

CITROËN dealer to replace the faulty

sensor(s).

This message is also displayed

when one of the tyres is away

from the vehicle (being repaired)

or when a wheel without a sensor is

fi tted.

All repairs and changing of

tyres on a wheel fi tted with this

system must be carried out by a

CITROËN dealer.

The tyre under-infl ation detection

system is a driving aid which does

not take the place of the vigilance or

the responsibility of the driver.
This system does not remove the

need to have the tyre pressure

checked regularly (including the spare

wheel), to ensure that the dynamic

performance of the vehicle remains at

its best and to avoid premature wear

of the tyres, in particular in the case

of arduous driving (heavy load, high

speed).
The system may temporarily be

disturbed by radio broadcasts on a

frequency close to it.

Puncture

The STOP warning light

comes on, accompanied

by the message

"Punctured tyre(s)" , an outline on the

display and an audible signal.
Stop immediately, avoiding any sudden

movement of the steering wheel and

the brakes.
Change the damaged (punctured or

very defl ated) tyre, and have the tyre

pressure checked as soon as possible.

Refer to the "Changing a wheel"

section of chapter 7.

SAFETY

Seat belts

FRONT AND REAR SIDE
SEAT BELTS

The front seats and the rear side seats

of row 2 are fi tted with pre-tensioners

and force limiters.

The lap strap must be positioned as

low as possible on the pelvis. The

chest strap must pass over the hollow

of the shoulder.
Check that the seat belt is fastened

correctly by pulling the strap.

The force-limiting device reduces the

pressure of the seat belt against the

chest of the occupant, so increasing

his protection.

A bag placed on the front

passenger seat or a pet sitting on

this seat may trigger the lighting of

this warning light.

SEAT BELTS

Front seat belt warning light

If the driver and/or front

passenger has/have not

fastened his/their seat belt, this

warning light comes on.
Then, at a speed in excess of

approximately 15 mph (25 km/h), it fl ashes

accompanied by an audible signal of

increasing volume (for approximately

90 seconds) and a message on the display.

Row 2 rear side seat belts

For your comfort, if you are not using

the seat belt, slide the seat belt loop to

the upper stop to prevent the tongue

from vibrating.

To adjust the height

To lower the attachment point,

squeeze control and slide it

downwards.

To raise the attachment point, slide

control upwards.

To fasten

Pull the strap, then insert the

buckle into the stalk.

Check that the seat belt is secured

correctly by pulling the strap.

Inertia reel seat belts

These are fi tted with a device which

locks the seat belt automatically in

the event of an impact or emergency

braking.
Safety in the event of a frontal impact

has been improved by the introduction

of pre-tensioning and force-limiting

seat belts. Depending on the

seriousness of the impact, the

pre-tensioning system instantly

tightens the seat belts fi rmly against

the body of the occupant.
The pre-tensioning seat belts are

armed when the ignition is on.

Row 3 rear side seat belts

The row 3 rear side seats are fi tted

with two seat belts which are both

three-point inertia reel belts with force

limiter.

Seat belts

Depending on the nature and

seriousness of any impact, the

pretensioning device may be triggered

before and independently of infl ation

of the airbags. It instantly tightens

the seat belts against the body of the

occupants.
Triggering of the pretensioners is

accompanied by a slight discharge

of harmless smoke and a noise, due

to the activation of the pyrotechnic

cartridge incorporated in the system.
The force limiter reduces the pressure

of the seat belt against the body of the

occupants.
The pretensioning seat belts are active

when the ignition is switched on.
The inertia reels are fi tted with a device

which automatically locks the strap in

the event of a collision or emergency

braking or if the vehicle rolls over.
You can unfasten the seat belt by

pressing the red button on the buckle.

Guide the seat belt after unfastening.

The upper part of the seat belt should

be positioned in the hollow of the

shoulder.
The lap part should be placed as low

as possible on the pelvis.
Do not invert the seat belt buckles as

they will not fulfi l their role completely.

If the seats are fi tted with armrests, the

lap part of the seat belt should always

pass under the armrest.
Check that the seat belt is fastened

correctly by pulling the strap fi rmly.

Good practice

The driver must ensure that

passengers use the seat belts correctly

and that they are all strapped in

securely before moving off.
Wherever you are seated in the

vehicle, always fasten your seat belt,

even for short journeys.
The seat belts are fi tted with an inertia

reel which automatically adjusts the

length of the strap to your size.
Do not use accessories (clothes pegs,

clips, safety pins, etc.) which permit a

clearance with the seat belt straps.
Ensure that the seat belt is rolled up

correctly after use.
After folding or moving a seat or a rear

bench seat, ensure that the seat belt is

rolled up correctly and that the buckle

is ready to accommodate the tongue.

To install the seat belt, move the

tongue into position to insert it into the

buckle.

Row 2 and 3 rear centre seat

belts

The row 2 rear centre seat and the

rear bench seat centre seat have an

integrated three-point inertia reel seat

belt.

The airbag warning light comes on

if the pretensioners are triggered.

Consult a CITROËN dealer.
In order to be effective, a seat belt

must:
-

restrain one person only,

must not be twisted, check by

pulling in front of you with an even

movement,

be tightened as close to the body

as possible.

Recommendations for children:
-

use a suitable child seat if the

passenger is less than 12 years old

or shorter than one metre fi fty,

never allow a child to travel on

your lap, even with the seat belt

fastened.

For further information regarding child

seats, refer to the "Children on board"

section of chapter 4.
In accordance with current safety

regulations, your CITROËN dealer

guarantees all work or any checks,

from testing to maintenance, on your

seat belt equipment.
Have the seat belts checked regularly

(even after a minor impact) by a

CITROËN dealer: they must not show

any signs of wear, cutting or fraying

and they must not be transformed or

modifi ed.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy

water or a textile cleaning product, sold

by CITROËN dealers.

SAFETY

Airbags

The airbags have been designed to

maximise the safety of the occupants

(with the exception of the centre

seats of rows 2 and 3) in the event

of a serious collision; they work in

conjunction with the force limiting

seat belts.
In the event of a serious collision, the

electronic detectors record and analyse

the front and side impacts suffered in

the impact detection zones:
-

in the event of a serious impact, the

airbags infl ate instantly and protect

the occupants of the vehicle.

Immediately after the impact, the

airbags defl ate rapidly, so that they

do not hinder the visibility of the

occupants nor their possible exit from

the vehicle:
-

in the event of a minor or rear

impact and in certain roll-over

conditions, the airbags will not

be deployed; the seat belt alone

is suffi cient to provide maximum

protection in these situations.

The seriousness of the collision

depends on the nature of the obstacle

and the speed of the vehicle at the

moment of impact.

Airbags only operate when the

ignition is switched on.

This equipment only operates once.

If a second impact occurs (during the

same or a subsequent accident), the

airbag will not operate.
The triggering of an airbag or airbags

is accompanied by a slight discharge

of harmless smoke and a noise, due

to the activation of the pyrotechnic

cartridge incorporated in the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but

sensitive individuals may experience

some irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result

in a slight loss of hearing for a short

time.

AIRBAGS

It is imperative that the passenger

airbag is disarmed if a child seat is

installed facing rearwards. Refer

to the "Children on board" section of

chapter 4.

Airbags

Good practice

If your vehicle is fi tted with a front

passenger airbag, side airbags or

curtain airbags, observe this good

practice.
Sit in a normal upright position.
Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
Do not leave anything between the

occupants and the airbags (a child,

pet, object...). This could hamper the

operation of the airbags or injure the

occupants.
After an accident or if the vehicle has

been stolen or broken into, have the

airbag systems checked.
All work on the airbag system is strictly

forbidden unless it is carried out by

qualifi ed personnel of the CITROËN

network .

Front airbags
Do not drive holding the steering wheel

by its spokes or resting your hands on

the centre part of the wheel.
Passengers must not place their feet

on the fascia.
Smoke as little as possible as

deployment of the airbags can cause

burns or the risk of injury from a

cigarette or pipe.
Never remove or pierce the steering

wheel or hit it violently.

Side airbags
Only put approved covers on the seats.

These will not hinder infl ation of the

side airbags. Consult a CITROËN

dealer.
Do not fi x or glue anything to the seat

backs. This could cause injury to the

chest or arms when the side airbag

infl ates.
Do not sit with the upper part of the

body any nearer to the door than

necessary.

Curtain airbags
Do not fi x or glue anything to the roof.

This could cause injury to the head

when the curtain airbag infl ates.
Do not remove the grab handles

installed on the roof, they play a part

in securing the curtain airbags.

Even if all of the precautions

mentioned are observed, a risk of

injury or of minor burns to the head,

chest or arms when an airbag is

triggered cannot be ruled out. In fact,

the bag infl ates almost instantly (within

a few milliseconds) then defl ates within

the same time discharging the hot gas

via openings provided for this purpose.

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