Citroen C4 Picasso Dag (2009 year). Instruction — part 12

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FIXED CENTRED CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL

Cruise control/speed limiter
and parking space function
controls

1. Selection of parking space

function.

2. Selection of cruise control or

speed limiter.

3. Activation/Deactivation of speed

limiter.

Deactivation/Reactivation of
cruise control.

4. Increase speed/Activation of

cruise control.

5. Decrease speed/Activation of

cruise control.

Audio system controls

A. Volume decrease.
B. Volume increase.
C. Search of higher frequencies.
D. Scrolling of pre-set stations.
E. Mute.
(see chapter "Audio and Telematics")

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Optional function controls

1. Pick up/Hang up the telephone (see

chapter "Audio and Telematics").

2. Rheostat for dashboard lighting.
3. Start of voice recognition (see

chapter "Audio and Telematics").

4. Personalisation button:

- courtesy lamp on/off or
- diagnostics or
- personalisation of the displaying

of information on the instrument
panel or

- choice of background colour

for the instrument panel.

To view the personalisation

menu via this button, press it
for more than two seconds.

5. Air recirculation.

Multifunction screen controls

A. Selection of the type of informa-

tion to be displayed on the right
of the screen (radio, trip compu-
ter, navigation/guidance…).

For the multifunction screen A,
choice of activation/deactivation
of your functions and adjustment
choices.

B. Access to the "Main Menu" * .
C.

Confi rmation of the function cho-

sen or of the value modifi ed.

Pick up/Hang up (see chapter
"Audio and Telematics").

D. Scrolling in the multifunction

screen.

E. Cancellation of the current opera-

tion or return to the previous dis-
play.

*

To comply with legislation in certain
countries, the "Menu" control may be de-
activated while the vehicle is in motion.

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SPEED LIMITER

System which prevents the vehi-
cle from exceeding the speed pro-
grammed by the driver.
Once the limit speed has been
reached, the accelerator pedal no
longer has any effect.
The speed limiter is switched on
manually: a speed of at least 20 mph
(around 30 km/h) must be pro-
grammed.

The speed limiter controls are located
on the left-hand side of the steering
wheel.

The programmed information is
grouped together in zone A of the
instrument panel display.

Steering wheel controls

Displays on the instrument panel

Programming

Rotate the control 1 to the "LIM" po-
sition.

With the engine running, you can
adjust the memorised maximum
speed, by means of short or long
presses on:
 button 4 to increase the memo-

rised maximum speed,

 button 2 to decrease the memo-

rised maximum speed.

Successive presses will modify the
maximum speed in steps of 1 mph
and a sustained press in steps of
3 mph.

Activation

When the desired maximum speed
is displayed, press button 3 so that
the limitation is activated.

On selection of the
function, the previous
memorised speed and
the information "OFF"
are displayed on the
instrument panel.

The information "OFF"
then disappears from the
instrument panel display.

While the function is active, pressing
the accelerator pedal will not enable
the programmed speed to be ex-
ceeded, except if you press the pedal
hard down to beyond the end-of-travel
switch.
The speed of your vehicle may vary
slightly in relation to that memorised.

The speed limiter cannot, in any circum-
stances, take the place of the observ-
ance of speed limits or of the vigilance
and responsibility of the driver.

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Deactivation

Press on button 3 .

This action causes the
information "OFF" to
appear on the instru-
ment panel display.

This action does not cancel the
memorised maximum speed which
remains displayed in zone A of the
instrument panel.

Override of the programmed
speed

The accelerator pedal is equipped
with an end-of-travel switch. If you
action this switch by pressing the
pedal hard down, you can exceed
the memorised maximum speed at
any time.
During the time the speed is be-
ing exceeded, the displayed speed

fl ashes.
You have only to release the ac-
celerator pedal to return below the
maximum speed and render the
function active again.

Return to normal driving

 By moving the control 1 from po-

sition "LIM" to position 0 .

 By the engine stopping.
The speed previously chosen is still
memorised.

Operating fault

If there is a speed limiter malfunc-
tion, a message will display accom-
panied by an audible signal and
lighting of the service warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.

If during the operation of the speed
limiter, the system is unable to
keep within the maximum speed
(for example on a steep descent or
under heavy acceleration) then the

speed fl ashes. Adapt your speed as

necessary.
The function will re-engage when
your speed returns below the de-
sired maximum speed.

On a steep downhill gradi-
ent or on sharp accelera-
tion, the speed limiter will

not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed
speed.
Use of fl oor mats that are not ap-

proved by CITROËN may hinder
access to the accelerator pedal
and thus interfere with the function-
ing of the speed limiter.
To avoid any risk of interfering with
the pedals:
- check that the fl oor mat is cor-

rectly positioned,

- never use more than one fl oor

mat.

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CRUISE CONTROL

System which automatically main-
tains the vehicle speed programmed
by the driver, without any action on
the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is switched on
manually: the vehicle speed must be
at least 25 mph (approx. 40 km/h)
and you must engage:
-

fourth gear on a manual gearbox,

-

second gear, in sequential mode,
on an electronic gearbox or au-
tomatic gearbox,

-

position A on an electronic gear-
box or D on an automatic gearbox.

Steering wheel controls

The cruise control switches are lo-
cated on the left-hand side of the
steering wheel.

The programmed information is
grouped together in zone A of the
instrument panel display.

Displays on the instrument panel

Activation

You can then release the accelerator
pedal. The vehicle will automatically
keep to the speed chosen.
The speed of your vehicle may vary
slightly in relation to that memo-
rised.
You can adjust the memorised speed
on the instrument panel display by
pressing on:
 button 4 to increase the speed,
 button 2 to decrease the speed.
Successive presses modify the
cruise speed in steps of 1 mph and a
sustained press in steps of 3 mph.

Deactivation

 Either by pressing on the brake

pedal or on the clutch pedal.

 Or by pressing button 3 .
 Or if either the ESP or the ASR

system is active.

The cruise control is not active if the
gear lever is in neutral.

On selection of the
function via control 1,
no cruise speed has
yet been memorised.

Programming

Rotate the control 1 to the "REG"
position.

Once the desired speed has been
reached using the accelerator, press
button 2 or button 4 . The cruise
speed is then memorised. It is dis-
played in zone A of the instrument
panel.

These actions cause
the information "OFF"
to appear on the instru-
ment panel display.
These

actions

do

not cancel the cruise
speed which remains
displayed in the instru-
ment panel.

The cruise control cannot, in any circum-
stances, take the place of the observ-
ance of speed limits or of the vigilance
and responsibility of the driver.

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Reactivation

 By recall of the memorised

speed

After a disengagement, press on
button 3 . Your vehicle automati-
cally returns to the memorised
cruise speed which is displayed
in zone A .

If the memorised cruise speed
is higher than the current speed,
the vehicle will accelerate to
reach the former.

 By selection of the current

speed

Press on button 2 or 4 once the
desired speed has been reached.
The information "OFF" will then
disappear from the instrument
panel display.

Overriding the programmed
speed

During the operation of cruise con-
trol, it is always possible to use the
accelerator to go faster than the
cruise speed (for example to over-
take another vehicle). The speed
displayed in zone A

fl ashes.

You have only to release the accel-
erator pedal to return to the cruise
speed.

If during the operation of cruise
control, the system is unable to
keep within the memorised speed
(for example on a steep descent),

then the speed fl ashes. Adapt your

speed as necessary.

Return to normal driving

Operating fault

If there is a malfunction, a message
will display accompanied by an au-
dible signal and lighting of the serv-
ice warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.

Cruise control should only
be used when the driving
conditions allow you to drive
at a constant speed.

Do not use it in heavy traffi c, or on

dangerous or slippery roads.
The driver must remain attentive
and in full control of his vehicle.
You are recommended to keep your
feet within range of the pedals.
To avoid any risk of interfering with
the pedals:
- check that the fl oor mat is cor-

rectly positioned,

- never use more than one fl oor

mat.

 By an action on the control 1 from

position "REG" to position 0 .

 By the engine stopping.

The cruise speed previously
chosen is no longer memorised.

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PARKING SPACE SENSOR

System which measures the parking
space available between two vehi-
cles or obstacles. It measures the
size of the space and gives you in-
formation on:
- the possibility of fi tting into a free

space, depending on the dimensions
of your vehicle and the distances
necessary for your manoeuvring,

- the level of diffi culty of the ma-

noeuvre to be performed.

The system does not measure spac-
es which are clearly much smaller or
larger than the size of the vehicle.

Displays on the instrument
panel

The parking space sensor
function warning lamp can
have three different states:

-

off: the function is not selected,

-

on fi xed: the function is selected

but the conditions for measuring
are not yet met (direction indi-
cator not operating, speed too
high) or the measuring phase is
terminated.

-

fl ashing: the measuring is in

progress or the message is be-
ing displayed.

You can select the "parking space
sensor" function by pressing button A.

The fi xed lighting of the warning lamp

indicates that the function is selected.

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Operation

You have identifi ed a parking space:
 Press button A to select the function.
 Activate the direction indicator

on the side where the space is to
be measured.

 During the measuring, go for-

ward the length of the space, at
a speed less than 12 mph (ap-
prox. 20 km/h), to prepare for
your manoeuvre.

The system then measures the
size of the space.

 The system informs you of the level

of diffi culty of the manoeuvre via

a message on the multifunction
screen accompanied by a gong.

 Depending on the message is-

sued by the system, you may or
may not be able to perform the
manoeuvre.

Parking possible

Parking diffi cult

Parking not advised

The function displays the following
types of message:

The function deselects itself auto-
matically:
-

when you engage reverse gear,

-

when you switch off the ignition,

-

if measuring is not requested,

- within fi ve minutes of selection of

the function,

-

if the vehicle speed exceeds the
threshold of 45 mph (approx.
70 km/h) for one minute.

If there is a malfunction,
have the system checked
by a CITROËN dealer.

If the lateral distance between your
vehicle and the parking space is too
large, the system may not be able to
measure the space.
-

The function remains available
after each measurement and
thus can measure more than
one space during your search.

-

In bad weather conditions or in
winter, make sure that the sen-
sors are not covered by dirt, or
by ice or snow.

-

The parking space sensor func-
tion deactivates the front park-
ing assistance during the space
measuring phase when you are
in forward gear.

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LANE DEPARTURE
WARNING SYSTEM

System which detects the involun-

tary crossing of longitudinal traffi c

lane markings on the ground (solid
or broken line).
Sensors, fi tted below the front

bumper, trigger a warning if the vehi-
cle drifts over a lane marking (speed
higher than 50 mph (80 km/h)).

This system is particularly useful on
motorways and main roads.

Activation

 Press button A , the indicator

lamp comes on.

Deactivation

 Press button A again, the indicator

lamp switches off.

The status of the system remains
in the memory when the ignition is
switched off.

Detection

You are warned by the vibration of
the driver's seat cushion:
-

on the right-hand side, if the
marking on the ground has been
crossed on the right,

-

on the left-hand side, if the marking
on the ground has been crossed on
the left.

No warning is transmitted while the direc-
tion indicator is active and for approxi-
mately 20 seconds after the direction
indicator is switched off.
A warning may be transmitted if a direc-
tion marking (e.g. arrow) or non-standard

marking (e.g. graffi ti) is crossed.

Operating fault

In the event of a malfunction, the
service warning lamp comes on, ac-
companied by an audible signal and a
message on the multifunction screen.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.

The lane departure warning system
cannot, in any circumstances, re-
place the need for vigilance and res-
ponsibility on the part of the driver.

The detection may be impeded:
-

if the sensors are dirty (mud, snow...),

-

if the markings on the ground
are worn,

-

if there is little contrast between
the markings on the ground and
the road surface.

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AUDIBLE AND/OR
VISUAL REAR PARKING
ASSISTANCE

System consisting of four proximity
sensors, located in the rear bumper.
This detects any obstacle (person,
vehicle, tree, gate, etc.) behind the
vehicle, except obstacles located
just below the bumper.
An object, such as a stake, a road-
works cone or any other similar
object may be detected at the begin-
ning of the manoeuvre, but may no
longer be detected when the vehicle
comes close to it.

Programming

You can activate or deactivate the
system by means of the multifunc-

tion screen confi guration menu. The

system state is memorised when
switching off the ignition.
For more information on access to
the parking assistance menu, refer to

the section on vehicle confi guration

for your screen under "Multifunction
screens".
The system will be deactivated auto-
matically when towing a trailer or

when a bicycle carrier is fi tted (vehi-

cle fi tted with a towbar or bicycle car-

rier recommended by CITROËN).

cle fi tted with a towbar or bicycle car-

cle fi tted with a towbar or bicycle car-

Activation

The system is activated as soon as
reverse gear is engaged, accompa-
nied by an audible signal. The proxi-
mity information is given by:
-

an audible signal, which beco-
mes more rapid as the vehicle
approaches the obstacle,

-

a graphic on the multifunction
screen, with blocks which be-
come increasingly closer to the
vehicle.

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
on the multifunction screen.
On completion of the manoeuvre,
when you exit reverse gear, the system
becomes inactive.

The parking assistance system
cannot, in any circumstances, take
the place of the vigilance and res-
ponsibility of the driver.

Operating faults

If there is an operating fault,
when reverse gear is en-
gaged this warning lamp
comes on in the instrument

panel, accompanied by an audible
signal (short beep) and a message
on the multifunction screen.
In bad or wintry weather, ensure that
the sensors are not covered with
mud, frost or snow.

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The parking assistance system
cannot, in any circumstances, re-
place the need for vigilance and
responsibility on the part of the
driver.

AUDIBLE AND VISUAL
FRONT AND REAR PARKING
ASSISTANCE

System consisting of four proximity
sensors, installed in the front and/or
rear bumper.
It detects any obstacle (person, ve-
hicle, tree, barrier...) located in front
of and behind the vehicle, except for
obstacles located immediately be-
low the bumper.
An object, such as a stake, a road-
works cone or any other similar ob-
ject may be detected at the start of
the manoeuvre but may no longer
be detected when the vehicle moves
nearer to it.

The parking assistance is switched
on :
-

by engaging reverse gear,

-

at a speed below 6 mph (10 km/h)
in forward gear.

This is accompanied by an audible
signal and/or displaying of the vehi-
cle on the multifunction screen.
The proximity information is indicated
by:
-

an audible signal which be-
comes more rapid as the vehicle
approaches the obstacle,

-

a diagram on the multifunction
screen, with blocks which move
closer to the vehicle.

The obstacle is located in relation to
the emission of the audible signal by
the speakers; front or rear and right
or left.
When the distance between the ve-
hicle and the obstacle is less than
approximately thirty centimetres, the
audible signal becomes continuous
and/or the "Danger" symbol appears,
depending

on

the

multifunction

screen version.

The parking assistance is switched
off :
-

when you exit reverse gear,

-

when the speed is higher than
6 mph (10 km/h) in forward gear,

-

when the vehicle has been station-
ary for more than three seconds in
forward gear.

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In bad weather or in winter, ensure
that the sensors are not covered
with mud, ice or snow. When re-
verse gear is engaged, an audible
signal (long beep) indicates that
the sensors may be dirty.
When the vehicle is being driven at
a speed below approximately 6 mph
(10 km/h), certain sources of noise
(motorcycles,

lorries,

pneumatic

drills...) may trigger the parking as-
sistance audible signals.

 Press button A again, the warn-

ing lamp switches off, the system
is reactivated.

Reactivation

 Press button A , the warning lamp

comes on, the system is fully de-
activated.

The system will be deactivated au-
tomatically when a trailer is being
towed or when a bicycle carrier is

fi tted (vehicle fi tted with a towbar

or bicycle carrier recommended by
CITROËN).

Operating fault

Deactivation

If an operating fault occurs,
this warning lamp is dis-
played on the instrument
panel and/or a message ap-

pears on the multifunction screen,
accompanied by an audible signal
(short beep), when reverse gear is
engaged.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.

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PNEUMATIC SUSPENSION

Grand C4

Picasso

C4 Picasso

The rear pneumatic suspension en-
hances driving comfort by maintain-
ing a constant body height whatever
the vehicle load.

Operation

-

If there is an increase in vehi-
cle load, a sinking of the rear of
the vehicle is detected and the

pneumatic springs infl ate in or-

der to compensate for the extra
weight.

-

If there is a decrease in load, a
rising of the rear of the vehicle is
detected and so the pneumatic

springs defl ate to return the ve-

hicle to its nominal height.

-

If the vehicle has been unused
for a long period, the pneumatic

springs may infl ate if necessary

when you unlock or open a door,
so as to return the vehicle to its
nominal height.

If you do not reactivate the system
manually, the automatic correction
will be activated as soon as the ve-
hicle starts to move. During the cor-
rection, the service warning lamp
lights up and a message on the
screen reminds you not to exceed
10 km/h (6 mph).
The automatic correction does not
function if the doors or the boot are
open.
The automatic correction operates
even if your vehicle is in power
economy mode.

Activation/Deactivation
The automatic correction can be de-
activated:
 press on the button B for approx-

imately two seconds,

 release the button when you hear

a beep. Deactivation is confi rmed

by the lighting of the indicator lamp
on the button B .

In the event of the system mal-
functioning,

alert

messages,

always in association with the
service warning lamp, will dis-
play in the instrument panel .
Consult a CITROËN dealer.

It is essential that you should deactivate
the system in the following instances:
-

working under the vehicle,

-

changing a wheel,

-

transporting the vehicle on a
truck or on a boot.

To reactivate the automatic correc-
tion:
 press again on the button B for

approximately two seconds,

 release the button when you hear

a beep. Activation is confi rmed

by the extinction of the indicator
lamp on the button B .

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Loading/unloading
assistance

Grand C4

Picasso

C4 Picasso

The pneumatic suspension has an
additional function associated with
it: the possibility to raise or lower
the height of the rear of the vehicle
when stationary, in order to facilitate
loading/unloading of the boot.

Increasing the height of the boot

fl oor
 Press continuously at the top of

the control A , which is located in
the boot, on the left-hand side.

This action will be accompanied by
an audible signal. You can stop the
movement at any time by releasing
the control.
3 beeps will confi rm that the move-

ment has gone as far as it can.

Returning to the normal height


Press briefl y twice at the bottom

of the control A .

Decreasing the height of the boot

fl oor
 Press continuously at the bottom

of the control A .

This action will be accompanied by
a sound signal. You can stop the
movement at any time by releasing
the control.
3 beeps will confi rm that the move-

ment has gone as far as it can.

Returning to the normal height


Press briefl y twice at the top of

the control A .

Driving with the boot in a
low position may damage
the components located un-
der the bodyshell.

Special features
-

If you start the vehicle without
having returned it to the normal
height, automatic correction will
activate as soon as the vehicle
starts to move. During the cor-
rection, the service warning lamp
lights up and a message on the
screen reminds you not to ex-
ceed 10 km/h (6 mph).

-

The loading assistance does not
function in the following instances:

- If the button B is lit up,
- in power economy mode,

- when you fi rst use the function,

press for two seconds on the
control A to initialise the system.
All subsequent actions will be
followed immediately by the de-
sired results.

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BONNET

Protects the components of the en-
gine and provides access for check-
ing levels.

Opening

 Push the exterior safety catch B

to the left and raise the bonnet.

 Unclip the stay C from its housing.
 Fix the stay in the notch to hold

the bonnet open.

Closing

 Take the stay out of the support

notch.

 Clip the stay in its housing.
 Lower the bonnet then slam it

home at the end of its travel.

 Pull on the bonnet to check that

it is fully closed.

The location of the interior release
lever prevents opening of the
bonnet while the driver's door is
closed.
This operation must only be carried
out when the vehicle is stationary.
Avoid opening the bonnet in strong
winds.
When the engine is hot, take care
when handling the exterior safety
catch and the bonnet stay (risk of
burns).

 Open the driver's door.
 Pull the interior release lever A ,

located at the bottom of the door
frame.

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BLEEDING THE DIESEL
FILTER

Protective cover

Removal

 Remove the protective cover by

unclipping fi rst point 1 , then 3

and 4 .

 Unclip point 2 pulling towards

you, then lift.

Refi tting

 Clip point 2

fi rst.

 Lower the cover, centring it.
 Clip points 1 and 4 , pushing ver-

tically and slightly rearwards.

 Clip point 3 , pushing vertically.

Bleeding water from the fuel
filter

Bleed on a regular basis (at every
oil change).
To evacuate the water, slacken the
bleed screw or the water-in-diesel-
fuel sensor, which is located at the

base of the fi lter.

Persist until water ceases to fl ow

out.
Then retighten the bleed screw or
the water-in-diesel-fuel sensor.