Owner's Manual Citroën C5 II
Parking brake
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Parking brake
Mechanical device for holding the vehicle stationary.
Latching
- Pull the parking brake to immobilise your vehicle.
To make it easier to operate the lever, it is recommended to press the brake pedal at the same time.
! Always engage first gear as a precaution.
On steep slopes, turn the wheels towards the kerb.
Unlatching
- Press the end of the lever while pulling it, then lower it fully.
This warning lamp lights up if the parking brake is applied or not fully released.
If the parking brake is released, this warning light coming on together with the STOP warning light indicates an insufficient brake fluid level or a fault in the brake force distributor.
Stop the vehicle immediately.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
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