CITROEN C3 2022 - Operating conditions; Operating limits

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Driving
Depending on version, the function consists of
either the "Co󰀨ee Break Alert" system alone or
combined with the "Driver Attention Warning"
system.
These systems are in no way designed
to keep the driver awake or to prevent
the driver from falling asleep at the wheel.
It is the driver’s responsibility to stop if feeling
tired.
Take a break if you are feeling tired or at least
every 2 hours.
Activation/Deactivation
This function is set via the vehicle
conguration menu.
The function is activated by default when the
ignition is switched on.
Co󰀨ee Break Alert
The system triggers an alert when it
detects that the driver has not taken a
break after two hours of driving at a speed above
43 mph (70 km/h).
This alert is issued via the display of a message
encouraging the driver to take a break,
accompanied by an audible signal.
If the driver does not follow this advice, the alert
is repeated hourly until the vehicle is stopped.
The system resets itself if one of the following
conditions is met:
– With the engine running, the vehicle has been
stationary for more than 15 minutes.
– The ignition has been switched o󰀨 for a few
minutes.
– The driver's seat belt is unfastened and their
door is opened.
As soon as the speed of the vehicle
drops below 43 mph (70 km/h), the
system goes into standby.
Driving time starts being counted again once
the speed reaches above 43 mph (70 km/h).
Driver Attention Warning
Depending on version, the Co󰀨ee Break Alert
system may be combined with the Driver
Attention Warning system.
The system assesses the driver's level of
alertness, fatigue and distraction by
identifying trajectory changes in relation to the
lane markings.
To do this, the system uses a camera, placed on
the upper part of the windscreen.
This system is particularly suited to fast roads
(speed higher than 43 mph (70 km/h)).
At a rst alert level, the driver is warned by the
message "Be vigilant!", accompanied by an
audible signal.
After three rst-level alerts, the system triggers
a further alert with the message "Dangerous
driving: take a break", accompanied by a more
pronounced audible signal.
In certain driving conditions (poor road
surface or strong winds), the system may
give alerts independent of the driver's level of
vigilance.
The following situations may interfere
with the operation of the system or
prevent it from working:
– lane markings absent, worn, hidden
(e.g. snow, mud, dead leaves) or multiple
(roadworks).
– close to the vehicle ahead (lane markings
not detected).
– roads that are narrow, winding.
Lane departure warning
For more information, refer to the
General recommendations on the use
of driving and manoeuvring aids.