Citroen C4 Picasso Dag (2009 year). Manual — part 10

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DIRECTION INDICATORS

 Lower the lighting stalk fully

when moving to the left.

 Raise the lighting stalk fully when

moving to the right.

HAZARD WARNING LAMPS

A visual warning by means of the di-
rection indicators to alert other road
users to a vehicle breakdown, towing
or accident.

Automatic lighting of hazard
warning lamps

When braking in an emergency,
depending on the deceleration, the
hazard warning lamps come on.
They will switch off automatically the

fi rst time you accelerate.
 If they do not, press button A to

switch the direction indicators off.

HORN

Selection of the left or right direction
indicators to signal a change of di-
rection of the vehicle.

 Press the button A , the direction

indicators fl ash.

They can operate with the ignition off.

As a safety precaution in a traffi c jam,

switch on the hazard warning lamps
if you are the last in the queue.

Audible warning system to alert other
road users to an imminent danger.

 Press at the lower part of the

fi xed centred controls steering

wheel.

Use the horn moderately and only
in the following circumstances:
-

immediate danger,

-

approaching a location lacking
visibility.

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TYRE UNDER-INFLATION
DETECTION

Sensors fi tted in each valve check

the tyre pressure during driving and
trigger a warning in the event of
malfunction (speed above 12 mph
(20 km/h).

Flat tyre

The tyre under-infl ation detection

system is an aid to driving which
does not replace the vigilance or
responsibility of the driver.

Puncture

The service warning lamp
comes on in the instru-
ment panel, accompanied
by an audible signal and
a message on the multi-
function screen locating
the wheel concerned.

Check the tyre pressures as soon as
possible. This check must be carried
out when the tyres are cold.

The STOP warning lamp
comes on in the instrument
panel, accompanied by an
audible signal and a mes-
sage on the multifunction
screen locating the wheel
concerned.

Stop immediately, avoiding any sudden
movement of the steering wheel and
the brakes.
Change the damaged wheel (punctured

or very defl ated tyre), and have the tyre

pressure checked as soon as possible.

Sensor(s) not detected or faulty

The

service

warning

lamp comes on in the
instrument

panel,

ac-

companied by an audible
signal and a message on
the multifunction screen

locating the wheel or wheels which
are not detected or indicating a fault
in the system.
Have the faulty sensor(s) checked
by a CITROËN dealer.

All repairs and changing of tyres

on a wheel fi tted with this system

must be carried out by a CITROËN
dealer.
If, when changing a tyre, you in-
stall a wheel which is not detected

by your vehicle (example: fi tting

of snow tyres), you must have the
system reinitialised by a CITROËN
dealer.

This system does not eliminate
the need to have the tyre pres-
sure checked regularly (refer to the

"Technical data - § Identifi cation

markings" section) to ensure that
the optimum dynamic perform-
ance of the vehicle is maintained
and prevent premature wear of the
tyres, particularly in arduous driv-
ing conditions (heavy load, high
speed).
The

tyre

pressures

must

be

checked cold, at least once a
month. Remember to check the
pressure of the spare wheel.
The tyre under-infl ation detection

system may experience temporary

interference due to radio-electric
emissions on a frequency close to
that used by the system.

This message is also displayed
when one of the wheels is away
from the vehicle (being repaired) or
when one or more wheels without a

sensor are fi tted.

The spare wheel is not fi tted with a

sensor.

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BRAKING ASSISTANCE
SYSTEMS

Group of supplementary systems
which help you to obtain optimum
braking in complete safety in emer-
gency situations:
-

anti-lock braking system (ABS),

-

electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD),

-

emergency braking assistance
(EBA).

Anti-lock braking system
and electronic brake force
distribution

Linked systems which improve the
stability and manoeuvrability of your
vehicle when braking, in particular
on poor or slippery surfaces.

Activation
The anti-lock braking system comes
into operation automatically when
there is a risk of wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may
make itself felt by slight vibration of
the brake pedal.

Operating fault

When braking in an emergency,

press very fi rmly without releasing

the pressure.

If this warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an au-
dible signal and a message
on the multifunction screen,

it indicates a malfunction of the anti-
lock braking system which could re-
sult in loss of control of the vehicle
when braking.

If this warning lamp comes on,
together with the STOP and
ABS warning lamps, accom-
panied by an audible signal

and a message on the multifunction
screen, it indicates a malfunction of
the electronic brake force distribution
which could result in loss of control of
the vehicle when braking.
You must stop as soon as it is
safe to do so.
In either case, contact a CITROËN
dealer.

When replacing wheels (tyres and
rims), ensure that they conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.

Emergency braking assistance

System which, in an emergency,
enables you to obtain the optimum
braking pressure more quickly, thus
reducing the stopping distance.

Activation
It is triggered by the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed.
The effect of this is a reduction in
the resistance of the pedal and an

increase in braking effi ciency.

When braking in an emergency,

press fi rmly without releasing the

pressure.

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TRAJECTORY CONTROL
SYSTEMS

Anti-skid regulation (ASR)
and electronic stability
programme (ESP)

The anti-skid regulation (also known as
Traction Control) optimises traction to
prevent skidding of the wheels, by act-
ing on the brakes of the driving wheels
and on the engine.
The electronic stability programme acts
on the brake of one or more wheels
and on the engine to keep the vehicle

on the trajectory required by the driver.

Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a

vehicle which is bogged down, stuck
in snow, on soft ground...), it may be
advisable to deactivate the ASR and
ESP systems, so that the wheels
can move freely and regain grip.

 Press the "ESP OFF" button, lo-

cated in the centre of the dash-
board.

If this warning lamp comes
on in the instrument panel
and the indicator lamp on the
button comes on, this indi-
cates that the ASR and ESP
systems are deactivated.

This is indicated by fl ashing

of this warning lamp on the
instrument panel.

Activation
These systems are activated auto-
matically each time the vehicle is
started.
They come into operation in the event

of a grip or trajectory problem.

Intelligent Traction Control
system *

Your vehicle has a system to help
driving on snow.
This automatic system continuously

checks for situations of diffi cult sur-

face adhesion that could make it dif-

fi cult to move off or make progress

on deep fresh snow or compacted
snow.
In these situations, the system takes
over from the ASR system by opti-
mising the amount of wheel slip to

provide the best traction and trajec-

tory control, even without snow tyres
and with or without chains.
In extremely severe conditions (snow

on top of ice, sand, deep mud…), it
can be useful to deactivate the ESP/
ASR systems to allow a degree of
wheel spin and so recover grip.

* Depending on engine type.

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Reactivation
These systems are reactivated au-
tomatically each time the ignition is
switched back on or from 30 mph
(50 km/h).
 Press the "ESP OFF" button again

to reactivate them manually.

Operating fault

If this warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an au-
dible signal and a message
on the multifunction screen,

this indicates a malfunction of these
systems.
Have the systems checked by a
CITROËN dealer.

The ESP/ASR systems offer ex-

ceptional safety in normal driving,
but this should not encourage the

driver to take extra risks or drive at

high speed.
The correct functioning of these
systems depends on observation
of the manufacturer's recommen-
dations regarding the wheels (tyres
and rims), the braking components,
the electronic components and the
CITROËN assembly and operation
procedures.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a CITROËN dealer.

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SEAT BELTS

Front seat belts

The front seat belts are fi tted with a

pretensioning system and force limiter.
This system improves safety in the front
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.

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

and that the automatic locking
mechanism operates correctly
by pulling sharply on the belt
strap.

 The lap strap should be posi-

tioned as low down as possible in
the lap and as tight as possible.

 The diagonal strap should be

positioned across the chest and
away from the neck.

Each belt has a reel that adjusts its

length automatically to the girth of
the seat occupant.

Height adjustment

The pretensioning seat belts are ac-
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.

When correctly adjusted, the seat

belt shoulder strap falls over the
middle of the shoulder.


To adjust the belt, squeeze the

control and slide it in the direction
required.

Unfastening

 To unfasten the belt, press on

the red button in the buckle.

The belt retracts automatically when
not in use.

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Rear central seat belt

Using the seat belt
(C4 Picasso)

 Open the cover A .
 Remove the belt tongues from

their housing.

 Bring the belt tongues up to the

relay ring B .

 Insert the attachment, then pass

the tongues through the ring.

 Close the cover A . Make sure

that the belt is correctly posi-
tioned in the recess in the cover
provided for this purpose.

Stowing the belt tongues
(C4 Picasso)

 Operate in reverse order to stow

the belt tongues.

You may opt to leave the seat belt in
the relay ring even if not using it.

Routing of the seat belt
(C4 Picasso and
C4 Grand Picasso)

 Insert the tongue C into the buckle

on the right, then insert the sec-
ond tongue D into the buckle on
the left.

Unfastening the seat belt
(C4 Picasso and
Grand C4 Picasso)
 Release the buckle C , then the

buckle D and guide the seat belt
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

seat belts, stow them carefully on
the sides of the seat backrests.

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Third row rear seat belts
(Grand C4 Picasso)

Requirements for the third row
passenger seat belts

Take care to attach the third-row
passenger seat belts securely to the
rings provided for this purpose.
Do not attach the belts to the an-
chorage points marked with a red
cross, as shown in the illustration.

Stowing the tongue of the third-row
seat belt

 Secure the tongue in the location

provided on the rear pillar trim.

The third-row passenger seat belts
that are not being used can be
stowed in order to free up loadspace
and facilitate use of the luggage
cover.

Before use:
To avoid damaging or jamming the

seat belts, stow them carefully on
the sides of the seat backrests.

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The driver must ensure that passen-
gers use the seat belts correctly and
that they are all restrained securely
before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the ve-
hicle, always fasten your seat belt,

even for short journeys.
Do not invert the seat belt buckles

as they will not fulfi l their role fully.

The seat belts are fi tted with an in-

ertia reel permitting automatic ad-

justment of the length of the strap

to your size. The seat belt is stored
automatically when not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the
seat belt is reeled in correctly.
The lower part of the strap must be
positioned as low as possible on the
pelvis.
The upper part must be positioned
in the hollow of the shoulder.
The inertia reels are fi tted with an

automatic locking device which
comes into operation in the event
of a collision, emergency braking
or if the vehicle rolls over. You can
release the device by pulling rapidly
on the strap and releasing it so that
it re-winds slightly.

In order to be effective, a seat belt:
-

must be tightened as close to the
body as possible,

-

must restrain one person of adult
size only,

-

must not bear any trace of cuts
or fraying,

-

must be pulled in front of you with
a smooth movement, checking
that it does not twist,

- must not be altered or modifi ed to

avoid altering its performance.

Recommendations for children
Use a suitable child seat if the pas-
senger is less than 12 years old or
shorter than one and a half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to
secure more than one person.
Never allow a child to travel on your
lap.

In accordance with current safety
regulations, all repairs and checks
must be carried out by a CITROËN
dealer who guarantees that the work
is carried out correctly.
Have your seat belts checked regu-
larly by a CITROËN dealer and par-
ticularly if the straps show signs of
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy

water or a textile cleaning product,

sold by CITROËN dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or rear
bench seat, ensure that the seat belt
is positioned and reeled in correctly.

Depending on the nature and
seriousness of the impacts , the
pre-tensioning device may be trig-
gered before and independently of
the airbags. Triggering of the pre-
tensioners is accompanied by a
slight discharge of harmless smoke
and a noise, due to the activation of
the pyrotechnic cartridge incorporat-
ed in the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp
comes on.
Following an impact, have the seat
belts system checked, and if neces-
sary replaced, by a CITROËN dealer.

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AIR BAGS

System designed to maximise the

safety of the occupants (with the

exception of the rear centre pas-

senger) in the event of violent col-
lisions. It supplements the action of
the force-limiting seat belts.
If a collision occurs, the electronic
detectors record and analyse the
front and side impacts sustained in
the impact detection zones:
-

in the case of a serious impact,
the air bags are triggered instant-
ly and protect the occupants of

the vehicle (with the exception of

the rear centre passenger); im-
mediately after the impact, the

air bags defl ate rapidly so that

they do not hinder visibility or the

exit of the occupants,

-

in the case of a minor or rear im-
pact or in certain roll-over con-
ditions, the air bags will not be
triggered; the seat belt alone is

suffi cient to provide optimum

protection in these situations.

The air bags do not operate when
the ignition is switched off.
This equipment will only operate
once. If a second impact occurs
(during the same or a subsequent
accident), the air bag will not operate.

Impact detection zones

A. Front impact zone.
B. Side impact zone.

Triggering of the air bag(s) is ac-
companied by a slight emission of
harmless smoke and a noise, due
to the activation of the pyrotechnic
cartridge incorporated in the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sen-

sitive individuals may experience

slight irritation.
The noise of the detonation may
result in a slight loss of hearing for
a short time.

Front airbags

System which protects the head and
chest of the driver and front passenger
in the event of a front impact.
The driver's airbag is incorporated
in the centre of the steering wheel;
the front passenger's airbag is incor-
porated in the dashboard above the

glove box.

Activation
The airbags are triggered simultane-
ously, unless the passenger's front
airbag is deactivated, in the event of
a serious front impact applied to all
or part of the front impact zone A ,
in the longitudinal centreline of the
vehicle on a horizontal plane and di-
rected from the front to the rear of
the vehicle.
The front airbag infl ates between the

front occupant of the vehicle and the
dashboard to cushion their forward
movement.

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Deactivation

This warning lamp comes on
on the instrument panel when
the ignition is on and until the
airbag is reactivated.

To ensure the safety of your child,
it is imperative that the passenger
airbag is deactivated when you in-
stall a "rearwards-facing" child seat
on the front passenger seat.
Otherwise, the child would risk be-

ing seriously injured or killed if the

airbag were triggered.

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,
accompanied by an audible
warning and a message on

the multifunction screen, contact a
CITROËN dealer to have the sys-
tem checked. The airbags may no
longer be triggered in the event of a
serious impact.

Only the front passenger's airbag
can be deactivated:
 with the ignition off , insert the

key in the passenger airbag de-
activation switch 1 ,

 turn it to the "OFF" position,
 then, remove the key keeping

the switch in this position.

If this warning lamp fl ashes,

contact a CITROËN dealer.

If both airbag warning lamps come
on continuously, do not install a
"rearwards-facing" child seat on
the front passenger seat.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.

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For the airbags to be fully
effective, observe the following
safety rules:
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 dealer network.
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. 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.

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 dashboard.
If possible, do not smoke as deploy-
ment 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
Use only approved covers on the

seats. These will not hinder infl ation of

the side airbags. Consult a CITROËN
dealer.
Do not fi x or apply anything to the

seat backs. This could cause injury

to the chest or arms if the side air
bag is triggered.
Do not sit with the upper part of the
body any nearer to the door than
necessary.

Curtain airbags
Do not fi x or apply anything to the

roof. This could cause injury to the

head if the curtain airbag is trig-
gered.
Do not remove the grab handles in-
stalled on the roof, they play a part
in securing the curtain airbags.

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* According to country.

Side airbags *

System which protects the driver
and front passenger in the event of
a serious side impact in order to limit

the risk of injury to the chest.
Each side airbag is incorporated in
the front seat back frame, on the
door side.

Operation
It is triggered unilaterally in the
event of a serious side impact ap-
plied to all or part of the side impact
zone B , perpendicular to the longi-
tudinal centreline of the vehicle on
a horizontal plane and directed from
the outside towards the inside of the
vehicle.
The side airbag infl ates between the

front occupant of the vehicle and the
corresponding door trim pad.

Impact detection zones

A. Front impact zone.
B. Side impact zone.

Curtain airbags *

System which protects the driver and

passengers (with the exception of the

rear centre passenger) in the event
of a serious side impact in order to

limit the risk of head injuries.
Each curtain airbag is incorporated
in the pillars and the upper part of
the passenger compartment.

Operation
It is triggered at the same time as the
corresponding side airbag in the event
of a serious side impact applied to all
or part of the side impact zone B , per-
pendicular to the longitudinal centreline
of the vehicle on a horizontal plane and
directed from the outside towards the
inside of the vehicle.
The curtain airbag infl ates between the

front or rear occupant of the vehicle and
the windows.

In the event of a minor impact or
bump on the side of the vehicle or
if the vehicle rolls over, the airbag
may not be triggered.
The airbag is not triggered in the
event of a rear or front collision.

Operating fault

If this warning lamp comes
on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on

the multifunction screen, contact a
CITROËN dealer to have the sys-
tem checked. The airbags may no
longer be triggered in the event of a
serious impact.

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For the airbags to be fully
effective, observe the following
safety rules:
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 dealer network.
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. 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.

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 dashboard.
If possible, do not smoke as deploy-
ment 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
Use only approved covers on the

seats. These will not hinder infl ation of

the side airbags. Consult a CITROËN
dealer.
Do not fi x or apply anything to the

seat backs. This could cause injury

to the chest or arms if the side air
bag is triggered.
Do not sit with the upper part of the
body any nearer to the door than
necessary.

Curtain airbags
Do not fi x or apply anything to the

roof. This could cause injury to the

head if the curtain airbag is trig-
gered.
Do not remove the grab handles in-
stalled on the roof, they play a part
in securing the curtain airbags.

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ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE

The electric parking brake operates
as follows:
-

Automatic application/release

Application is automatic when the
engine stops, release is automatic
on use of the accelerator.

-

Manual application/release

Manual application/release of
the parking brake is possible by
pulling control A while pressing
the brake pedal.

Manual application

With the vehicle stationary, to apply
the parking brake whether the engine
is running or off, pull on control A .

Manual release

With the ignition on or the engine
running, to release the parking
brake, press on the brake pedal, or
the accelerator, pull then release
control A .

-

the extinction of the warn-
ing lamp P on control A and
on the instrument panel,

-

the display of a message "hand-
brake off" on the multifunction
screen.

If you pull control A without pressing
the brake pedal, the parking brake
will not be released and the "Foot on
brake" warning lamp will light up on
the instrument panel.

The application of the parking brake

is confi rmed by:

-

the lighting of the warning
lamp P on control A and
on the instrument panel,

-

the display of a message "hand-
brake on" on the multifunction
screen.

When the driver’s door is
opened with the engine run-
ning, a beep is heard and a

message displayed if the parking
brake has not been applied.
Before getting out of the vehicle,
check that the warning lamp P is lit
permanently on the instrument panel.

The full application of the parking

brake is confi rmed by:

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Automatic application,
engine off

With the vehicle stationary, the park-
ing brake is automatically applied
when the engine is switched off.

The application of the parking brake

is confi rmed by:

-

the lighting of warning
lamp P on control A and
on the instrument panel,

Automatic release

The electric parking brake releases
automatically and progressively
when you press the accelerator:
 Manual gearbox

(fi rst gear or

reverse gear engaged): press
down fully on the clutch pedal
then press on the accelerator
pedal and move off.

 Automatic gearbox : accelerate

with the selector in position D ,
M or R .

 Electronic gearbox : accelerate

with the selector in position A ,
M or R .

Full release of the parking brake is

confi rmed by:

-

the extinction of warning
lamp P on control A and
on the instrument panel,

-

the display of a message "hand-
brake off" on the multifunction
screen.

When stationary, with the
engine running, do not press
the accelerator pedal unnec-
essarily, as you may release
the parking brake.

Maximum application

If necessary, you can utilise maxi-
mum application of the parking
brake. It is obtained by means of a
long pull on control A , until you see
the message "handbrake on" and a
beep is heard.
Maximum application is essential:
-

in the case of a vehicle towing
a caravan or a trailer, if the au-
tomatic functions are activated
but you are applying the parking
brake manually,

-

when the gradient you are parked
on is variable in its effect (e.g. on
a ferry, in a lorry, during towing),

-

in the case of towing, a loaded
vehicle or parking on a gradient,
turn the front wheels towards the
pavement and engage a gear
when you park,

-

after a maximum application, the
release time will be longer.

Before leaving the vehicle,
check that warning lamp P
on the instrument panel is
permanently lit.

Never leave a child alone inside the
vehicle with the ignition on, as they
could release the parking brake.

-

the display of a message "hand-
brake on" on the multifunction
screen (except NaviDrive).

The normal operating sound will con-

fi rm to you the application/release of

your electric parking brake.