Electric parking brake

The electric parking brake of the Citroën C6 can be operated conveniently at the push of a button and ensures maximum safety when parking and starting off. It applies automatically when the vehicle is stationary and can be released by pressing the brake or accelerator pedal. In case of a malfunction, a mechanical emergency release is available. The system is intelligently integrated into the entire vehicle, including the diagnostic connector, warning lamps and warning messages. This modern solution replaces the conventional handbrake and makes parking more convenient and safer, even on sloping ground.

Function

To park

With the vehicle stationary, apply the parking brake by pulling control A and then releasing it.

Note:

• On vehicles with automatic transmission, always select position P.
• On steep slopes, turn the wheels towards the edge of the road.
• If the key is removed or is in position S, the electric parking brake cannot be released.

To drive off

To release the electric parking brake with the engine running, press the brake or accelerator pedal, pull control A and release it again.

The warning lamp comes on if the parking brake is applied or not fully released, or if an attempt is made to release the brake without depressing the brake pedal.

If this warning lamp comes on, there is a malfunction in the electric parking brake.

The brake is not applied.

• If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, move the selector lever to position P.
• On a vehicle with a manual transmission, engage first gear.

If both of these warning lamps come on at the same time, there is a malfunction in the electric parking brake.

The brake is applied.

Do not clean the underbody with a high-pressure cleaner, to avoid damaging the electric parking brake.

Do not use the accelerator pedal to prevent the vehicle from rolling back on a slope by means of the engine. Use the brake pedal or the electric parking brake.

Emergency release

In case of a malfunction of the electric parking brake or a battery failure, and if the automatic transmission is not in Park (P) or

if first gear of the manual transmission is not engaged:

1. Open the lower compartment of the centre armrest using control B.

2. Pull tabs C and remove the CD compartment.

3. Pull the strap out of holder D.

4. Pull the strap to release the brake. An audible click confirms that the brake has been released.

5. Make sure the strap is reinserted into holder D. Otherwise, the brake can no longer be applied after more than five attempts.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Note: Diagnostic connector

Make sure that neither dust nor moisture gets near connector E, which is essential for vehicle servicing.

Note: During emergency release, the electric parking brake warning lamp on the instrument cluster comes on.

Note: Check that the electric parking brake warning lamp on the instrument cluster comes on.

Applying the parking brake is not possible with this strap installed.

To apply the electric parking brake again (after eliminating the malfunction or battery fault), pull control A and release it. The application time after an emergency release is longer.

The electric parking brake of the Citroën C6 (1st generation) offers modern technology and high operating convenience. It can be operated easily at the push of a button, which increases safety when parking and starting off. The Citroën C6 2005-2012 relies on innovative solutions here that make everyday driving easier.

The emergency release function deserves special mention, as it provides safety even in the event of a fault or battery failure. This shows the Citroën C6 (1st generation) as a well-thought-out and reliable saloon.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the electric parking brake released on the Citroën C6 (1st generation)?

It is released automatically when the accelerator pedal is pressed with the engine running, or manually by pressing the switch.

Is there an emergency release in case of a fault?

Yes, on the Citroën C6 2005-2012 the parking brake can be released mechanically in an emergency using a special strap.