Citroen C4 Picasso (2017 year). Instruction

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Warning / indicator lamp

State

Cause

Action / Observations

Deactivation of
the automatic
functions of the
electric parking
brake

fixed.

The "automatic application" (on
switching off the engine) and
"automatic release" functions are
deactivated or faulty.
In the event of a fault, illumination of
this warning lamp is accompanied by
a warning message.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop if
automatic application / release is no longer possible.
The parking brake can be released manually.
For more information on the Electric parking brake
and in particular the reactivation of the automatic
functions, refer to the corresponding section.

Electric parking
brake

flashing.

When driving: the electric parking
brake is not fully released.

Fully release the parking brake by a quick press on
the control lever. If the warning persist, stop as soon
as it is safe to do so.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

When stationary: parking brake
applied, the system does not
guarantee immobilisation of the
vehicle (when parking on a very
steep slope, for example).

Secure the immobilisation of the vehicle by engaging
a gear with a manual gearbox, by placing the gear
selector in position P

with an automatic gearbox, or by

fitting a chock to one of the wheels.

Electric parking
brake fault

fixed.

The electric parking brake has a fault. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop

without delay.
The parking brake can be released manually.
For more information on the Electric parking brake,
refer to the corresponding section.

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Warning / indicator lamp

State

Cause

Action / Observations

Dynamic
stability control
(DSC/ASR)

flashing.

The DSC/ASR regulation is
operating.

The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle in the event of loss of
grip or trajectory.

fixed.

The DSC/ASR system has a fault.

Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Engine
autodiagnosis
system

flashing.

The engine management system has
a fault.

Risk of destruction of the catalytic converter.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

fixed.

The emission control system has a
fault.

The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop without delay.

Collision Risk
Alert / Active
Safety Brake

flashing.

The system is operating.

The system brakes briefly so as to reduce the speed
of collision with the vehicle ahead.

fixed, accompanied
by a message and an
audible signal.

The system has a fault.

Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

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Low fuel level

fixed, accompanied by
an audible signal and
a message.

When it first comes on there remains
approximately 6 litres of fuel in the
tank.
You are then using the fuel reserve.

You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid running
out of fuel.
Until sufficient fuel is added, this warning lamp will
come on every time the ignition is switched on,
accompanied by an audible signal and a message.
This audible signal and message are repeated with
increasing frequency as the fuel level drops towards "0".
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 57 litres (petrol) or
55 litres (Diesel).
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel as
this could damage the emission control and injection
systems.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

Cause

Action / Observations

Seat belt not
fastened /
unfastened

fixed
or flashing
accompanied by an
audible signal.

A seat belt has not been fastened or
has been unfastened.

Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.

Airbags

on temporarily.

This warning lamp comes on for a
few seconds when you turn on the
ignition, then goes off.

This warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

fixed.

One of the airbag or seat belt
pretensioner systems has a fault.

Have them checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Passenger
airbag system

flashing.

The passenger airbag system has a
fault.

Do not have a passenger seated in the front
passenger seat.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Warning / indicator lamp

State

Cause

Action / Observations

Battery charge

fixed.

The battery charging circuit has a
fault (dirty or loose terminals, slack or
cut alternator belt, ...).

The warning lamp should go off when the engine is
started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Maximum
coolant
temperature

fixed.

The temperature of the cooling
system is too high.

Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before topping-
up the level, if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN dealer or
qualified workshop.

Directional
headlamps

flashing.

The directional headlamps system
has a fault.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Door(s) open

fixed, associated with
a message identifying
the door.

A door or the boot is still open and
the speed is lower than 6 mph
(10 km/h).

Close the door or the boot.

fixed, associated with a
message identifying the
door and accompanied
by an audible signal.

A door or the boot is still open and
the speed is higher than 6 mph
(10 km/h).

* Only with the monochrome digital instrument panel.

Engine oil
pressure

fixed.

There is a fault with the engine
lubrication system.

You must stop as soon it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Under-inflation

fixed, accompanied by
an audible signal and
a message.

The pressure in one or more tyres is
too low.

Check the tyre pressures as soon as possible.
This check should preferably be carried out when the
tyres are cold.
You must reinitialise the system after the adjustment
of one or more tyre pressures and after changing one
or more wheels.
For more information on Under-inflation detection,
refer to the corresponding section.

flashing then fixed,
accompanied by the
Service warning lamp.

The system has a fault: the tyre
pressures are no longer monitored.

Check the tyre pressures as soon as possible.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

Cause

Action / Observations

Foot on the
brake pedal

fixed.

The brake pedal is not pressed.

With an automatic gearbox, press the brake pedal to
move the gear selector out of position P.

Foot on the
clutch*

fixed.

In the STOP mode of Stop & Start,
changing to START mode is denied
because the clutch pedal is not fully
down.

You must declutch fully to allow the change to engine
START mode.

* Only with the monochrome digital instrument panel.

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Warning / indicator lamp

State

Cause

Action / Observations

AdBlue

(BlueHDi Diesel)

fixed, on switching
on the ignition,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating the
remaining driving range.

The remaining driving range is
between 350 miles (600 km) and
1500 miles (2400 km).

Top-up the AdBlue

as soon as possible or go to a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

flashing, associated
with the SERVICE
warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating the
remaining driving range.

The remaining driving range is
between 0 and 350 miles (600 km).

You must top-up the AdBlue

to avoid a breakdown

or go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

flashing, associated
with the SERVICE
warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating that
starting is prevented.

The AdBlue

tank is empty: the

starting inhibition system required
by legislation prevents starting of the
engine.

To be able to start the engine, you must top-up the
AdBlue

or call on a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.
It is essential

to add at least 3.8 litres of AdBlue

the fluid tank

For topping-up or for more information on AdBlue

and the SCR system

, refer to the corresponding section.

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Warning / indicator lamp

State

Cause

Action / Observations

SCR emissions
control system
(BlueHDi Diesel)

fixed, on switching on the ignition,
associated with the SERVICE and
engine diagnostic warning lamps,
accompanied by an audible signal and
a message.

A fault with the SCR emissions control
system has been detected.

This alert disappears once the
exhaust emissions return to normal
levels.

flashing, on switching on the ignition,
associated with the SERVICE and
engine diagnostic warning lamps,
accompanied by an audible signal and
a message indicating the remaining
driving range.

After confirmation of the fault with the
emissions control system, you can
drive for up to 650 miles (1 100 km)
before the engine starting inhibition
system is triggered.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop without delay,
to avoid a breakdown

flashing, on switching on the ignition,
associated with the SERVICE and
engine diagnostic warning lamps,
accompanied by an audible signal and
a message.

You have exceeded the authorised
driving limit following confirmation
of a fault with the emissions control
system: the engine starting inhibition
system prevents starting of the
engine.

To be able to start the engine, you
must

call on a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

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Service indicator

System which informs the driver when the
next service is due, in accordance with the
manufacturer's service schedule.
The point at which the service is due is
calculated from the last indicator zero reset,
according to the mileage covered and the time
elapsed since the last service.
For BlueHDi Diesel versions, depending on the
country of sale, the degree of deterioration of
the engine oil may also be taken into account.

More than 1 800 miles (3 000 km)
remain before the next service is due

When the ignition is switched on, no service
information appears in the screen.

Less than 600 miles (1 000 km)
remain before the next service is due

Example:

560 miles (900 km) remain before

the next service is due.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the screen indicates:

Between 600 miles (1 000 km)
and 1 800 miles (3 000 km) remain
before the next service is due

For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on, the
spanner symbolising the service operations comes
on. The distance recorder display line indicates the
distance remaining before the next service is due.
Example:

1 700 miles (2 800 km) remain before

the next service is due.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on, the
screen indicates:

5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the spanner goes off

; the distance recorder

resumes its normal operation. The screen then
indicates the total and trip distances.

5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the distance recorder resumes its normal
operation. The spanner remains on to
indicate that a service must be carried out
soon.

Gauges and indicators

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Service overdue

For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the spanner flashes

to indicate that

the service must be carried out as soon as
possible.
Example:

the service is overdue by 300 miles.

For 5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the screen indicates:

Therefore, the spanner may come on
if you have exceeded the period since
the last service, as indicated in the
manufacturer's service schedule.
For BlueHDi Diesel versions, the
spanner may also come on early,
according to the level of deterioration
of the engine oil, which depends on the
driving conditions in which the vehicle
is used.

5 seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the distance recorder resumes its normal
operation. The spanner remains on.
With BlueHDi Diesel versions, the Service
warning lamp also comes on when the ignition
is switched on.

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Resetting the service indicator

If you have to disconnect the battery
following this operation, lock the vehicle
and wait at least 5 minutes for the reset
to be registered.

After each service, the service indicator must
be reset to zero.
If you have carried out the service on your
vehicle yourself:
F

switch off the ignition,

press and hold the trip distance recorder

reset button,

switch on the ignition; the distance recorder

display begins a countdown,

when the display indicates "=0", release

the button; the spanner disappears.

Retrieving the service
information

You can access the service information at any
time.
F

Press the trip distance recorder reset

button.

The service information is displayed for a
few seconds, then disappears.

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* Only with the 12 inch colour instrument panel.

Coolant temperature gauge*

After driving for a few minutes, the temperature
and pressure in the cooling system increase.
To top-up the level:
F

wait for the engine to cool,

unscrew the cap slightly to allow the

pressure to drop,

when the pressure has dropped, remove

the cap,

top-up the level to the "MAX" mark.

With the engine running, when the needle is:
-

in zone A

, the temperature is correct,

in zone B

, the temperature is too high;

the maximum temperature and the
central STOP

warning lamps come on,

accompanied by an audible signal and a
warning message.

Be aware of the risk of burns when
topping-up the cooling system. Do not
fill above the maximum level (indicated
on the header tank).

You MUST stop as soon as it is safe to
do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off the
engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Engine oil level indicator*

On versions fitted with an electric oil level
indicator, the state of the engine oil level is
displayed in the instrument panel for a few
seconds, after the servicing information.

The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and the
engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.

Oil level correct

This is indicated by the display of the message
"Oil level incorrect" in the instrument panel
screen, accompanied by the service warning
lamp and an audible signal.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
avoid damage to the engine.
For more information on Checking levels,
refer to the corresponding section.

This is signalled by the display of the message
"Oil level measurement invalid" in the
instrument panel.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In the event of a fault with the electric indicator,
the oil level is no longer monitored.
If the system is faulty, you must check the
engine oil level using the manual dipstick
located under the bonnet.
For more information on Checking levels,
refer to the corresponding section.

* Depending on version.

Oil level incorrect

Oil level indicator fault

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AdBlue

fluid range indicators

Once the AdBlue

tank is on reserve or after

detection of a fault with the SCR emissions
control system, when the ignition is switched
on an indicator displays an estimate of the
distance that can be covered, the range, before
engine starting is prevented.
In the event of simultaneous system fault and
low AdBlue

level, the shortest range figure is

the one displayed.

Range greater than 1 500 miles (2 400 km)
When the ignition is switched on, no
information on range is displayed automatically
in the instrument panel.

With the 12 inch colour instrument panel,
pressing this button temporarily displays the
driving range.

In the event of the risk of non-starting related to a lack of AdBlue

The engine start prevention system
required by regulations is activated
automatically once the AdBlue

tank is

empty.

Remaining range between 350 and 1500 miles
(600 and 2 400 km)

When switching on the ignition, the AdBlue
warning lamp comes on for a few seconds,
accompanied by an audible signal and the
display of a message (e.g. "Top-up AdBlue:
Starting impossible in 900 miles") indicating
the remaining range expressed in miles or
kilometres.
When driving, the message is displayed every
200 miles (300 km) until the fluid level has been
topped-up.
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the AdBlue

fluid topped-up.

You can also top-up the fluid yourself.
For more information on AdBlue

and the SCR

system

, and in particular on topping-up, refer

to the corresponding section.

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Remaining range between 0 and 350 miles
(0 and 600 km)

When switching on the ignition, the SERVICE
warning lamp comes on and the AdBlue
warning lamp flashes, accompanied by an
audible signal and the display of a message
(e.g. "Top-up AdBlue: Starting impossible in
350 miles") indicating the remaining range
expressed in miles or kilometres.
When driving, the message is displayed every
30 seconds until the fluid level has been
topped-up.
Go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the AdBlue

fluid topped-up.

You can also top-up the fluid yourself.
Otherwise you will not be able to restart your
engine.

Breakdown related to a lack of AdBlue

tank is empty: the system required

by regulations prevents engine starting.

To be able to start the engine,
we recommend that you call on
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for the top-up required.
If you carry out the top-up yourself, it
is essential to add at least 3.8 litres of
AdBlue

to the tank.

For more information on AdBlue

and the SCR

system

, and in particular on topping-up, refer

to the corresponding section.

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In the event of a fault with the SCR emissions control system

In the event of the detection of a fault

The AdBlue, SERVICE and diagnostic
warning lamps come on, accompanied by an
audible signal and the display of the message
"Emissions fault".
The alert is triggered when driving when the
fault is detected for the first time, then when
switching on the ignition for subsequent
journeys, while the fault persists.

During an authorised driving phase (between
650 miles and 0 miles) (1 100 km and 0 km)

If a fault with the SCR system is confirmed
(after 30 miles (50 km) covered with the
permanent display of the message signalling
a fault), the SERVICE and engine diagnostic
warning lamps come on and the AdBlue
warning lamp flashes, accompanied by an
audible signal and the display of a message
(e.g. "Emissions fault: Starting prevented in
150 miles") indicating the remaining range
expressed in miles or kilometres.
While driving, the message is displayed every
30 seconds while the fault with the SCR system
persists.
The alert is repeated when switching on the ignition.
You should go to a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop as soon as possible.
Otherwise, you will not be able to restart your
engine.

A system that prevents engine starting is activated automatically from 650 miles (1 100 km) after confirmation of a fault with the SCR emissions
control system. Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop as soon as possible.

If it is a temporary fault, the alert
disappears during the next journey,
after self-diagnosis of the SCR system.

Starting prevented

Every time the ignition is switched on, the
SERVICE and engine diagnostic warning
lamps come on and the AdBlue warning lamp
flashes, accompanied by an audible signal and
the display of the message "Emissions fault:
Starting prevented".

You have exceeded the authorised
driving limit: the starting prevention
system inhibits engine starting.
To be able to start the engine, you must
call on a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Distance recorders

The total and trip distances are displayed for
thirty seconds when the ignition is switched off,
when the driver's door is opened and when the
vehicle is locked or unlocked.

When travelling abroad, you may
have to change the units of distance:
the display of road speed must be in
the official units (miles or km) for the
country. The change of units is done via
the screen configuration menu, with the
vehicle stationary.

It measures the distance travelled since it was
reset to zero by the driver.
F

With the ignition on, press the button until

zeros appear.

It measures the total distance travelled by the
vehicle since its first registration.

Total distance recorder

Trip distance recorder

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