Operation Manual

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SAFETY
When this warning lamp
comes on, it indicates that
there is a malfunction of the
ABS, which can cause a
loss of control of the vehicle
when braking.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
When these warn-
ing lamps come
on simultaneously,
it indicates that
there is a malfunc-
tion of the braking system or that the
parking brake has not been released
fully, which can cause a loss of con-
trol of the vehicle when braking.
Stop immediately.
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.
TRACTION CONTROL (ASR)
AND DYNAMIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESP)
These systems are linked and
supplement the ABS.
The ASR system optimises drive to
prevent the wheels skidding, by acting
on the brakes of the driving 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
brake of one or more wheels and on
the engine to put the vehicle back on
course, within the limits of the laws
of physics.
Operating check
Operation of the ASR and ESP
systems
When one of these two
systems is operating, this
warning lamp comes on.
When a malfunction of
the systems occurs, this
warning lamp comes on.
The ASR/ESP systems offer
exceptional safety during
normal driving, but this should
not encourage the driver to
take extra risks or drive at
high speed.
Correct operation of these systems
depends on observation of the
manufacturer's recommendations
regarding the wheels (tyres and rims),
the braking components and the
electronic components as well as the
CITROËN dealer repair procedures.
electronic components as well as the
electronic
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a CITROËN dealer.
After an impact, have these systems
have these
Activation of the ESP system is also
accompanied by an audible signal.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have
the systems checked.