Steering lock - Ignition - Starter
S: Steering lock
To unlock the steering, gently move the steering wheel while turning the key, without exerting undue force.
When you remove the key, turn your steering wheel to lock the steering. The key can only be removed when in position S.
NEVER REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY BEFORE THE ENGINE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.
IT IS ESSENTIAL AL WAYS TO DRIVE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING , SO AS TO RETAIN STEERING
AN D BRA KING ASSISTANCE (risk of the steering lock engaging and loss of safety
features).
When stationary, having removed the key, carefully turn the steering wheel if you
wish to lock the steering.
Economy mode
When the engine is stopped, some functions (audio system, screen wipe, electric windows, sunroof, electric seats, telephone, video, interior lighting etc.) are only electrically supplied for a maximum period of 30 minutes, to avoid discharging the battery.
Once this period is over, a message is displayed on the instrument panel screen and the active functions are placed on standby.
The electrical components relating to comfort and also the headlamps (not sidelamps or hazard warning lamps) cut out automatically. To reactivate them, it is necessary to start the engine.
See also:
Parking brake
Mechanical brake to hold the vehicle
when stationary.
Applying
Pull the parking brake to immobilise
your vehicle.
Releasing
Pull on the handle and press the button
A to release the parking br ...
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
In the minute following switching off of the
ignition, any action on the stalk positions
the wipers vertically.
This action enables you to position the
wiper blades for winter parking, cleaning
...
General points relating
to child seats
Although one of CITROËN's main criteria
when designing your vehicle, the
safety of your children also depends on
you.
For maximum safety, please follow
these precautions:
- in accordance wi ...