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CITROEN DS 4 User Manual

CITROEN DS 4
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CITROEN DS 4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCITROEN
ModelDS 4
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

001 MONITORING

Instrument panels

Details the layout and components of the instrument panel.

Rev counter

Explains the function and reading of the tachometer.

Warning and indicator lamps

Lists and explains various warning and indicator lights on the dashboard.

Manual test

Describes how to perform a manual system check using the instrument panel.

Customisation

Explains how to personalize dashboard display settings.

Monochrome screen C

Details the information displayed on the monochrome central screen.

Touch screen tablet

Explains the operation and features of the central touch screen.

Trip computer

Describes how to use and reset the trip computer functions.

002 ACCESS

Remote control key

Explains the functions and usage of the remote control key for locking/unlocking.

Keyless Entry and Starting

Details how to use the keyless system for unlocking and starting the vehicle.

Alarm

Explains the vehicle's alarm system and its monitoring functions.

Electric windows

Describes the operation and features of the electric windows.

Doors

Explains how to open and close vehicle doors.

Boot

Details how to open and close the vehicle's boot.

003 COMFORT

Front seats

Explains manual and electric adjustments for front seats.

Rear seats

Describes folding the backrest and repositioning rear seats.

Child seats

Provides general information and recommendations for child seat installation.

Steering wheel adjustment

Explains how to adjust the steering wheel for height and reach.

Mirrors

Details adjustment and folding of door mirrors, including automatic tilting.

Ventilation / Heating

Explains the air conditioning system controls and air distribution.

Manual air conditioning

Details temperature, airflow, and distribution adjustments for manual AC.

Dual-zone digital air conditioning

Explains automatic and manual operation of the dual-zone climate control.

Front demist - defrost

Describes how to use the system for rapid demisting and defrosting.

Rear screen demist - defrost

Explains the operation of the rear screen demisting/defrosting.

007 SAFETY

Direction indicators

Explains how to use the direction indicators and hazard warning lamps.

Hazard warning lamps

Details the visual warning function of hazard lamps.

Horn

Explains how to use the horn as an audible warning system.

Emergency or assistance call

Describes how to make emergency or assistance calls using the system.

Braking assistance systems

Explains ABS, EBFD, and EBA systems for optimal braking.

Trajectory control systems

Details ASR, DSC, and intelligent traction control systems.

Front seat belts

Explains front seat belt features like pretensioning and height adjustment.

Airbags

Provides general information about the airbag system and impact zones.

010 CHECKS

Fuel tank

Explains low fuel level warnings and refuelling procedures.

Misfuel prevention (Diesel)

Details the device preventing misfuelling with petrol in diesel vehicles.

Running out of fuel (Diesel)

Explains procedures for priming the fuel system after running out of diesel.

Bonnet

Describes how to open and close the bonnet safely.

Petrol engines

Shows access points for checking fluids and replacing components in petrol engines.

Diesel engines

Shows access points for checking fluids and priming the fuel system in diesel engines.

Checking levels

Guides on regularly checking fluid levels like oil, coolant, etc.

AdBlue additive

Explains the AdBlue additive and SCR system for diesel engines.

Changing bulbs

Provides instructions for changing various vehicle bulbs.

011 TECHNICAL DATA

Petrol engines

Lists technical specifications for petrol engines.

Diesel engines

Lists technical specifications for diesel engines.

Dimensions

Provides vehicle dimensions in millimeters.

Identification markings

Explains various markings for vehicle identification.

012 AUDIO AND TELEMATICS

Emergency or assistance

Details the emergency call system and its operation.

7-inch touch screen tablet

Explains the functionality and operation of the 7-inch touch screen.

Audio system

Covers operation and settings for the vehicle's audio system.

Interior

Boot fittings

Details components like rear parcel shelf, hooks, 12V socket, etc.

Rear seats

Covers rear fittings, 12V socket, rear armrest, ski flap.

Child seats

Provides general information and recommendations for child seat installation.

Front seats

Details front seat adjustments and airbags.

Seat belts

Information on seat belts and their warning lamps.

Airbags

Details airbag system and impact zones.

Glove box

Explains the glove box features, including airbag deactivation switch.

Deactivating the passenger's front airbag

Instructions for deactivating the passenger front airbag.

Front fittings

Lists various front fittings like USB port, armrest, etc.

Panoramic windscreen

Describes the panoramic windscreen, blinds, and sun visor.

Exterior

Keyless Entry and Starting

Details how to use the keyless system for unlocking and starting the vehicle.

Remote control

Explains the functions and usage of the remote control key for locking/unlocking.

Alarm

Explains the vehicle's alarm system and its monitoring functions.

Lighting controls

Explains the selection and control of various front and rear lamps.

Door mirrors

Details adjustment and folding of door mirrors, including automatic tilting.

Doors

Explains how to open and close vehicle doors.

Fuel tank

Explains low fuel level warnings and refuelling procedures.

Accessories

Lists various optional accessories available for the vehicle.

Roof bars

Provides instructions for fitting roof bars.

Boot

Details how to open and close the vehicle's boot.

Braking assistance

Explains ABS, EBFD, and EBA systems for optimal braking.

Trajectory control

Details ASR, DSC, and intelligent traction control systems.

Tyre under-inflation detection

Explains the system for automatically checking tyre pressures while driving.

Changing bulbs

Provides instructions for changing various vehicle bulbs.

Parking sensors

Explains the operation of front and rear parking sensors.

Towbar

Information about fitting and using the towbar.

Quickly detachable towball

Details the presentation and fitting of a detachable towball.

Towing

Provides procedures for towing the vehicle or another vehicle.

Instruments and controls

Instrument panels

Details the layout and components of the instrument panel.

Warning lamps

Lists and explains various warning and indicator lights on the dashboard.

Indicators

Lists and explains various warning and indicator lights on the dashboard.

Manual test

Describes how to perform a manual system check using the instrument panel.

Setting buttons

Explains how to personalize dashboard display settings.

Adjusting headlamps

Explains the adjustment of headlamps.

Door mirrors

Details adjustment and folding of door mirrors.

Electric windows

Describes the operation and features of the electric windows.

Dashboard fuses

Explains the location and access to dashboard fuseboxes.

Opening the bonnet

Describes how to open and close the bonnet safely.

Manual gearbox

Explains how to engage gears in a manual gearbox.

Automatic gearbox

Details the operation and positions of the automatic gearbox.

Parking brake

Explains the operation of the parking brake.

Ignition switch / Steering lock / Starting with the key

Describes the ignition switch positions and starting the engine with the key.

Steering lock / Starting with the START/STOP button

Explains starting the engine using the START/STOP button.

Rear view mirror

Details the adjustment and day/night position of the rear view mirror.

Courtesy lamps

Explains the operation of front and rear courtesy lamps.

Interior mood lighting

Describes the dimmed passenger compartment lighting.

Monochrome screen

Details the information displayed on the monochrome central screen.

Seat belt / front passenger airbag warning lamp display

Explains the warning lamps for seat belts and front passenger airbag.

Reversing camera

Describes the operation and features of the reversing camera system.

Ventilation

Explains the ventilation system controls and air distribution.

Demisting / Defrosting the rear screen

Explains the operation of the rear screen demisting/defrosting.

Instruments and controls

Multifunction steering wheel

Details the controls on the multifunction steering wheel.

Speed limiter

Explains how to use the speed limiter function.

Cruise control

Explains how to use the cruise control system.

Memorising speeds

Describes how to register and recall speed settings.

Lighting controls

Explains the selection and control of various front and rear lamps.

Adjusting the steering wheel

Explains how to adjust the steering wheel for height and reach.

Audio and telephone controls for the Audio system

Details the steering wheel controls for the audio system.

Audio and telephone controls for the touch screen tablet

Details the touch screen controls for audio and telephone.

Wiper controls

Explains the selection and control of front and rear wiping modes.

Trip computer

Describes how to use and reset the trip computer functions.

Horn

Explains how to use the horn as an audible warning system.

Instruments and controls

Central switch panels

Details the central switch panels and their functions.

Side switch panels

Details the side switch panels and their functions.

Emergency call

Describes how to make an emergency call.

Access to CITROËN services

Explains how to access CITROËN services.

Fuel filler flap

Explains the operation of the fuel filler flap.

DSC/ASR system

Details the Dynamic Stability Control and Anti-Slip Regulation systems.

Hazard warning lamps

Details the visual warning function of hazard lamps.

Central locking

Explains the operation of central locking.

Black panel (comfortable night-driving display)

Describes the black panel function for reduced night-time display.

Lane departure warning system

Explains the lane departure warning system.

Alarm volumetric monitoring

Explains the volumetric monitoring function of the alarm system.

Parking sensors

Explains the operation of front and rear parking sensors.

Stop & Start

Details the operation of the Stop & Start system.

Blind spot sensors

Explains the blind spot sensor system.

Technical data - Maintenance

Running out of Diesel fuel

Explains procedures for priming the fuel system after running out of diesel.

Checking levels

Guides on regularly checking fluid levels like oil, coolant, etc.

AdBlue additive

Explains the AdBlue additive and SCR system for diesel engines.

Changing bulbs

Provides instructions for changing various vehicle bulbs.

Petrol engines

Shows access points for checking fluids and replacing components in petrol engines.

Diesel engines

Shows access points for checking fluids and priming the fuel system in diesel engines.

Dimensions

Provides vehicle dimensions in millimeters.

Identification markings

Explains various markings for vehicle identification.

Bonnet

Describes how to open and close the bonnet safely.

Petrol underbonnet

Shows access points for checking fluids and replacing components in petrol engines.

Diesel underbonnet

Shows access points for checking fluids and priming the fuel system in diesel engines.

Checking components

Guides on regularly checking components like filters, battery, etc.

Battery

Provides information on the vehicle battery.

Energy economy mode

Explains the energy economy mode and its functions.

Engine compartment fuses

Details the location and access to engine compartment fuseboxes.

Eco-driving

Optimise the use of your gearbox

Provides tips for optimizing gearbox usage for fuel efficiency.

Drive smoothly

Offers advice on smooth driving techniques for fuel saving.

Control the use of your electrical equipment

Guidance on managing electrical equipment for fuel efficiency.

Eco-driving

Limit the causes of excess consumption

Provides tips to reduce fuel consumption by managing loads and resistance.

Observe the recommendations on maintenance

Highlights the importance of regular maintenance for fuel efficiency.

Customisable colour instrument panel - Type 1

Dials and screens

Details the various dials and screens on the instrument panel.

Control buttons

Explains the function of the control buttons for the instrument panel.

Customisable colour instrument panel - Type 2

Dials and screens

Details the various dials and screens on the instrument panel.

Control buttons

Explains the function of the control buttons for the instrument panel.

Type 2 instrument panel central screen and controls

Display zones

Explains the different display zones on the central screen.

Control

Describes how to navigate through the functions using the controls.

Rev counter

Explains the function and reading of the tachometer.

Warning and indicator lamps

Visual indicators

Explains the role of visual indicators in informing the driver of malfunctions.

When the ignition is switched on

Describes which warning lamps come on when the ignition is switched on.

Associated warnings

Explains associated warnings that may accompany illuminated warning lamps.

Warning lamps

STOP

Details the STOP warning lamp and its implications.

Maximum coolant temperature

Explains the warning for maximum coolant temperature.

Engine oil pressure

Details the warning for engine oil pressure.

Warning/indicator lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

Battery charge

Explains the warning lamp for battery charge issues.

Braking

Details the warning lamp associated with the braking system.

Electric parking brake malfunction

Explains the warning lamp for electric parking brake malfunction.

Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)

Details the warning lamp for the electronic brake force distribution system fault.

Service

Explains the service warning lamp and its associated messages.

Particle filter (Diesel)

Details the warning for the diesel particle filter.

Warning/indicator lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

Electric parking brake

Explains the warning lamp for the electric parking brake.

Electric parking brake fault

Details the warning lamp for an electric parking brake fault.

Door(s) open

Explains the warning for open doors or boot.

Seat belt not fastened / unfastened

Details the warning for unfastened seat belts.

Warning/indicator lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

Service

Explains the service warning lamp and its associated messages.

Particle filter (Diesel)

Details the warning for the diesel particle filter.

Warning/indicator lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

Engine autodiagnosis system

Explains the warning lamp for the engine autodiagnosis system.

Low fuel level

Details the warning lamp for low fuel level.

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Explains the ABS warning lamp and its implications.

Dynamic stability control (DSC/ASR)

Details the warning lamp for dynamic stability control faults.

Warning/indicator lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

Power steering

Explains the warning lamp for power steering faults.

Under-inflation

Details the warning lamp for tyre under-inflation.

Foot on the brake pedal

Explains the warning lamp for foot on the brake pedal.

Airbags

Provides general information about the airbag system.

Directional headlamps

Details the warning lamp for directional headlamps.

Warning/indicator lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

AdBlue® additive (BlueHDi Diesel)

Explains warnings related to AdBlue additive levels for BlueHDi Diesel engines.

Warning/indicator lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

SCR emissions control system (BlueHDi Diesel)

Details warnings for the SCR emissions control system in BlueHDi Diesel engines.

Operation indicator lamps

Left-hand direction indicator

Explains the operation of the left-hand direction indicator.

Right-hand direction indicator

Explains the operation of the right-hand direction indicator.

Hazard warning lamps

Details the visual warning function of hazard lamps.

Sidelamps

Explains the operation of sidelamps.

Dipped beam headlamps

Describes the operation of dipped beam headlamps.

Main beam headlamps

Explains the operation of main beam headlamps.

Front foglamps

Details the operation of front foglamps.

Rear foglamps

Explains the operation of rear foglamps.

Warning/indicator lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

Parking brake

Explains the warning lamp for the parking brake.

Electric parking brake

Explains the warning lamp for the electric parking brake.

Deactivation of the automatic functions of the electric parking brake

Details the warning lamp for deactivation of automatic electric parking brake functions.

Warning/indicator lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

Diesel engine pre-heating

Explains the warning lamp for diesel engine pre-heating.

Automatic wiping

Details the operation of automatic windscreen wipers.

Lighting dimmer

Explains the function of the lighting dimmer.

Warning/indicator lamp is on Cause Action/Observations

Passenger's airbag system

Explains the warning lamp for the passenger's airbag system.

Stop & Start

Details the operation of the Stop & Start system.

Deactivation indicator lamps

Passenger's airbag system

Explains the deactivation indicator for the passenger's airbag system.

Engine oil level indicator*

Engine oil level indicator*

Explains how to check and interpret the engine oil level indicator.

Service indicator

More than 1800 miles (3000 km) remain before the next service is due

Information on service intervals when more than 1800 miles remain.

Between 600 miles (1000 km) and 1800 miles (3000 km) remain before the next service is due

Information on service intervals between 600 and 1800 miles.

Service overdue

Less than 600 miles (1000 km) remain before the next service is due

Information on service intervals when less than 600 miles remain.

Service indicator zero reset

Service indicator zero reset

Procedure for resetting the service indicator after maintenance.

Recalling the service information (type 2 instrument panel)

How to recall service information on the type 2 instrument panel.

Manual test in the type 2 instrument panel central screen

Manual test in the type 2 instrument panel central screen

Describes how to perform a manual system check using the type 2 instrument panel.

Distance recorders

Total distance recorder

Measures the total distance travelled by the vehicle since its first registration.

Trip distance recorder

Measures the distance travelled since it was last reset to zero by the driver.

Lighting dimmer

Lighting dimmer

Permits manual adjustment of the brightness of instruments and controls.

Activation

Describes how to activate the lighting dimmer function.

Deactivation

Explains how to deactivate the lighting dimmer function.

Black panel (comfortable night driving display)

Black panel (comfortable night driving display)

Allows certain instrument panel displays to be switched off to reduce visual fatigue.

Customising the instrument panel colours

Explains how to change the colour of instrument panel dials and screens.

Touch screen tablet

Explains the operation and features of the central touch screen.

Menus

Navigation

Accesses navigation settings and destination choices.

Radio Media

Allows selection of audio sources, radio stations, and display of photos.

Telephone

Provides access to call management, directory, and telephone settings.

Connected services

Details access to connected services like Internet browser.

Settings

Allows configuration of display, language, units, date, and time.

Driving

Provides access to the trip computer and vehicle settings.

Navigation

Level 1

First level of navigation menu.

Level 2

Second level of navigation menu.

Level 3

Third level of navigation menu.

Navigation

Level 1

First level of navigation menu.

Level 2

Second level of navigation menu.

Level 3

Third level of navigation menu.

Navigation

Level 1

First level of navigation menu.

Level 2

Second level of navigation menu.

Level 3

Third level of navigation menu.

Comments

Provides comments and explanations for navigation settings.

Navigation

Level 1

First level of navigation menu.

Level 2

Second level of navigation menu.

Level 3

Third level of navigation menu.

Navigation

Level 1

First level of navigation menu.

Level 2

Second level of navigation menu.

Level 3

Third level of navigation menu.

Comments

Provides comments and explanations for navigation settings.

Navigation

Level 1

First level of navigation menu.

Level 2

Second level of navigation menu.

Level 3

Third level of navigation menu.

Navigation

Level 1

First level of navigation menu.

Level 2

Second level of navigation menu.

Level 3

Third level of navigation menu.

Comments

Provides comments and explanations for navigation settings.

Navigation - Guidance

Choosing a new destination

Guides on choosing a new destination for navigation.

Towards a new destination

Steps for entering a new destination into the navigation system.

Navigation - Guidance

Towards a recent destination

Steps for navigating to a recently used destination.

Towards a contact

Guides on navigating to a contact stored in the directory.

Navigation - Guidance

Towards GPS coordinates

Instructions for navigating using GPS coordinates.

Towards a point on the map

Guides on selecting and navigating to a point on the map.

Towards points of interest (POI)

Explains how to search for and navigate to points of interest.

Traffic

Hazard zone / Danger zone alert settings

Details settings for hazard and danger zone alerts.

Traffic information

Explains how to access and display traffic information.

Display of messages

Describes how to display and filter traffic messages.

Setting filters

Setting filters

Details how to set filters for traffic and hazard alerts.

Receiving TA messages

Explains how to receive Traffic Announcement messages.

Receiving INFO messages

Describes how to receive INFO messages.

Display RADIO TEXT

Explains how to display radio text information.

Radio Media

List of FM stations

Displays a list of available FM radio stations.

Preset

Allows selection and storage of preset radio stations.

Radio Media

List

Displays a list of available FM radio stations.

Source

Allows selection of audio sources like FM, DAB, USB, CD, AUX, Bluetooth.

Preset

Allows selection and storage of preset radio stations.

Media

List of FM stations

Displays a list of available FM radio stations.

Photos

Allows viewing and managing photos.

Copy to Jukebox

Enables copying files to the Jukebox.

Manage Jukebox

Allows management of files within the Jukebox.

Radio Media

Media list

Displays the last media used.

Settings

Allows adjustment of media settings like play modes and sorting.

Photos

Allows viewing and managing photos.

Slideshow

Displays photos in sequence in full screen.

Full screen

Displays the selected photo in full screen.

Media

Settings

Allows adjustment of media settings.

Radio Media

Media list

Displays the last media used.

Settings

Allows adjustment of media settings.

Radio

Selecting a station

Guides on selecting a radio station.

Changing a radio frequency

Explains how to change radio frequency using automatic search.

RDS

RDS

Explains the RDS function for automatic retuning to alternative frequencies.

DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) radio

Display options

Explains display options for DAB radio.

Display of the name of the current station

Shows the name of the current radio station.

Preset stations, buttons 1 to 6

Describes how to select and store preset radio stations.

Display the name and number of the multiplex service being used

Shows the name and number of the multiplex service being used.

Previous "Multiplex". Previous radio station.

Allows selection of previous multiplex or radio station.

Secondary page

Accesses the secondary page for DAB radio options.

Display of "Radiotext" for the current radio station

Shows RadioText information for the current radio station.

Select the radio station

Guides on selecting a radio station.

Manage the Jukebox

Allows management of files within the Jukebox.

Display current action

Shows the current action being performed.

Select the audio source

Allows selection of audio sources like FM, DAB, USB, CD.

Display the "DAB" band

Guides on selecting the DAB band.

Digital radio

Digital radio

Provides superior audio quality and traffic announcements.

DAB / FM auto tracking

Explains automatic switching between DAB and FM signals.

Media

USB player

Explains how to connect and use a USB device.

Auxiliary socket (AUX)

Describes how to connect portable devices via the auxiliary jack socket.

Selecting the source

Guides on selecting audio sources like Radio, CD, AUX, USB, Streaming.

CD player

Instructions for inserting and playing CDs.

Information and advice

Information and advice

Provides information and advice on audio file formats and USB/CD usage.

USB memory stick - File sorting

USB memory stick - File sorting

Explains how to sort files on a USB memory stick.

USB players

USB players

Details how to connect and use USB devices and players.

Play mode

Play mode

Describes available play modes: Normal, Random, Repeat.

Telephone

Pairing a telephone

Guides on pairing a Bluetooth telephone for the first time.

First connection

Details the initial steps for connecting a telephone via Bluetooth.

Procedure (short) from the telephone

Provides a simplified procedure for pairing from the telephone.

Procedure from the system

Explains the procedure for pairing from the vehicle's audio system.

Streaming - Playing audio files via Bluetooth

Streaming - Playing audio files via Bluetooth

Allows playing audio files from a telephone via Bluetooth.

Managing connections

Details how to manage Bluetooth connections.

Making a call - Dialling

Making a call - Dialling

Guides on making a call by dialling a number.

Making a call - Recently called numbers*

Making a call - Recently called numbers*

Explains how to call recently used numbers.

Making a call - From the directory of contacts

Guides on making a call from the contact directory.

Managing calls

Managing calls

Explains how to manage calls, including hanging up.

Hang up

Describes how to end a call.

Secret - Mute

Secret - Mute

Explains how to mute the microphone during a call.

Combined mode

Describes combined mode for leaving the vehicle without ending a call.

Interactive voice response

Explains how to use interactive voice response.

Consultation call

Guides on making a consultation call.

Directory

Directory

Provides access to the telephone's contacts directory.

Audio settings

Screen C

Details the audio settings available on Screen C.

The settings available are:

Lists available audio settings like Ambience, Bass, Treble, Loudness.

Ambience

Allows choice of sound ambience.

Bass

Adjusts the bass level.

Treble

Adjusts the treble level.

Loudness

Enables or disables the loudness function.

Distribution: Personalised or Driver

Sets sound distribution for personalized or driver focus.

Left / right balance

Adjusts the left/right balance of the sound.

Fader (front / rear balance)

Adjusts the front/rear balance of the sound.

Auto. volume

Sets the auto volume feature.

Modifying system settings

BLUETOOTH CONNECTION

Manages Bluetooth connections and searches for devices.

Connections management

Manages Bluetooth connections.

Search for a device

Starts the search for a Bluetooth device to connect.

PERSONALISATION - CONFIGURATION

Allows personalization and configuration of vehicle settings.

Define the vehicle parameters*

Allows definition of vehicle parameters like driving assistance and lighting.

Choice of language

Allows selection of the display language.

Display configuration

Allows adjustment of display settings like text scrolling and animations.

Choice of units

Allows selection of units for distance, fuel consumption, and temperature.

Date and time adjustment

Allows adjustment of date and time settings.

Display parameters

Allows adjustment of display parameters.

Brightness

Adjusts the display brightness.

Choice of sounds

Allows selection of sound settings.

Frequently asked questions

Navigation

Answers to frequently asked questions regarding navigation.

Frequently asked questions

The CD player sound is poor.

Troubleshooting steps for poor CD player sound quality.

Some characters in the media information are not displayed correctly while playing.

Troubleshooting steps for incorrect display of media information.

Playing of streaming files does not start.

Troubleshooting steps for issues with playing streaming files.

The names of tracks and the track length are not displayed on the screen when streaming audio.

Troubleshooting steps for missing track information during streaming.

Frequently asked questions

With the engine off, the audio system switches off after a few minutes of use.

Explains why the audio system switches off automatically when the engine is off.

The message "the audio system is overheated" appears on the display.

Troubleshooting steps for audio system overheating messages.

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