2021-2023 Citroen Berlingo Lights and Wipers Guidelines

Introduction

Automatic headlights that use sensors to determine ambient lighting conditions are available on many Citroen Berlingo models. The automatic headlights ensure that the road ahead is well-illuminated without the driver having to manually turn them on when darkness falls or when traveling through tunnels. The windshield, back window, and side windows of the Citroen Berlingo can all be seen well thanks to the wiper system. The wipers effectively remove snow, rain, and debris with variable degrees of strength to maintain the driver’s line of sight.

Conclusion:
The lighting and wiper systems in the Citroen Berlingo 2021–2023 collaborate to produce a secure and comfortable driving experience. Under a variety of driving circumstances, modern lighting technology, automatic features, and inventive wiper systems work together to give drivers clear view. The Citroen Berlingo’s lights and wipers are made to improve the driving experience while putting safety and convenience first, whether you’re driving at night, through the rain, or in bad weather.

Lighting Control Stalk

Main lighting

Automatic illumination of lamps/daytime running lamps
Sidelamps only
Dipped or main beam headlamps

Operation of the selected lighting is confirmed by the illumination of the corresponding indicator lamp.

Headlamp Dipping

• Pull the lighting control stalk to switch between dipped and main beam headlamps. In “AUTO” and sidelamps mode, pull the lighting control stalk to switch the main beam headlamps on directly (“headlamp flash”).

Foglamps Selection Ring

Rear foglamps
They only work if the sidelamps are on.

• Rotate the ring forwards/backwards to turn them on/off.
  When the lighting is switched off automatically (“AUTO” position) the foglamps and the dipped beam headlamps remain on.

Front foglamps/Rear foglamps
They operate with the sidelamps, dipped or main beam headlamps on.

Rotate the ring forwards:

• once to switch on the front foglamps,
• A second time to switch on the rear foglamps.
• Turn in the opposite direction to switch off. If the lighting is switched off automatically
  (“AUTO” position) or the dipped beam headlamps are switched off manually, the foglamps and sidelamps remain on.
• Rotate the ring backwards to switch the foglamps off; the sidelamps will then switch off.

Switching on the foglamps is prohibited in clear weather or in rain, both day and night. In these situations, the power of their beams may dazzle other drivers. They must only be used in fog or falling snow (rules may vary depending on country).
Do not forget to switch off the foglamps when they are no longer necessary..

Switching off of the lighting when the ignition is switched off
When the ignition is switched off, all of the lamps turn off immediately, except for the dipped beam headlamps if automatic guide-me-home lighting is activated.

Switching on the lamps after switching off the ignition
If the driver’s door is opened, a temporary audible signal warns the driver that the lamps are on.
They will go off automatically after a period of time that depends on the level of charge in the battery (entering energy economy mode).
In some weather conditions (e.g. low
temperature or humidity), misting on the internal surface of the glass of the headlamps and rear lamps is normal, and will disappear after the lamps have been on for a few minutes.
Never look too closely at the light beam of LED technology lamps – risk of serious eye injury!

Travelling abroad
If planning to use your vehicle in a country that drives on the other side of the road, the dipped beam headlamps must be adjusted to avoid dazzling oncoming drivers. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Direction Indicators

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Left or right: lower or raise the lighting control stalk, beyond the point of resistance.

If you keep the direction indicators on for more than 20 seconds, the volume of the audible signal will increase if the speed is above 50 mph (80 km/h).

Three flashes

• Press briefly upwards or downwards, without going beyond the point of resistance; the direction indicators will flash 3 times.

Parking lamps
(Depending on version)
Vehicle side marking by lighting the sidelamps on the traffic side only.

• Within one minute after switching off the ignition, operate the lighting control stalk upwards or downwards, depending on the side of the traffic (e.g. when parking on the right, push the lighting control stalk down to light up on the left).
  This is confirmed by an audible signal and the lighting of the corresponding direction indicator lamp on the instrument panel.
  To switch off the parking lamps, return the lighting control stalk to the central position.

Automatic headlamp illumination
When a low level of ambient light is detected by a sunshine sensor, the number plate
lamps, sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are switched on automatically, without any action on the part of the driver. They can also come on if rain is detected, at the same time as the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient level or after the windscreen wipers are switched off, the lamps are switched off automatically.

• Turn the ring to the “AUTO” position. When the function is activated, a message is also displayed.
  Turn the ring to another position. An onscreen message is displayed to confirm that the function has been deactivated.

Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction of the rain/sunshine sensor, the vehicle’s lamps come on and this warning lamp is displayed on the instrument panel, accompanied by an audible signal and/or the display of a message. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard or at the top centre of the windscreen behind the interior rear view mirror (depending on equipment); the associated functions would no longer be controlled.

In fog or snow, the rain/sunshine sensor may detect sufficient light. For this reason, the lighting will not come on automatically.

The inner surface of the windscreen may become misted up and affect the proper operation of the rain/sunshine sensor.

In humid and cold weather, demist the windscreen regularly.

Daytime Running lamps / Sidelamps

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The front lamps light up automatically when the engine starts.

They provide the following functions:

• Daytime running lamps (lighting control stalk in the “AUTO” position with adequate light level).
  Sidelamps (lighting control stalk in the “AUTO” position with low light levels or “Sidelamps only” or “Dipped/main beam headlamps”).

The LEDs are brighter when operating as daytime running lamps.

Guide-me-home and Welcome lighting

Guide-me-home lighting
Automatic
With the ring of the lighting control stalk in the “AUTO” position and when the light is poor, the dipped beam headlamps come on automatically when the ignition is switched off.

You can activate/deactivate this function and adjust the guide-me-home lighting duration in the Driving/Vehicle touch screen menu.
Manual

With the ignition off, pull the lighting control stalk toward you (“headlamp flash”) to activate/deactivate the function.
Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off automatically after a period of time.

Welcome lighting
With the “Automatic headlamp illumination” function activated, in poor light, the sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps come on automatically when the vehicle is unlocked.

Activation, deactivation and the duration of the exterior welcome lighting are set in the Driving/Vehicle touch screen menu.

Automatic lighting Systems – General Recommendations

The automatic lighting systems use a detection camera, located at the top of the windscreen.

Operating limits
The system may be disrupted or not work correctly:

• When visibility conditions are poor (e.g. snowfall, heavy rain).
  If the windscreen is dirty, misted-up or masked (e.g. sticker) in front of the camera.
• If the vehicle is facing highly reflective signs or safety barrier reflectors.
  The system is not able to detect:
  Road users that do not have their own lighting, such as pedestrians.
  Vehicles with hidden lighting (e.g. travelling behind a safety barrier on the motorway).
  Vehicles at the top or bottom of a steep slope, on winding roads, on crossroads.

Maintenance
Clean the windscreen regularly, particularly the area in front of the camera.
The internal surface of the windscreen can also become misted around the camera. In humid and cold weather, demist the windscreen regularly.

Do not allow snow to accumulate on the bonnet or roof of the vehicle as this could obstruct the camera.

Automatic Headlamp Dipping

For more information, refer to the General recommendations for automatic lighting systems.

With the ring of the lighting control stalk in the “AUTO” position and the function activated on the touch screen, this system automatically switches between dipped and main beam headlamps, according to lighting and traffic conditions, using a camera located at the top of the windscreen.

This system is a driving aid.
The driver remains responsible for
the vehicle’s lighting, its correct use in the prevailing light, visibility and traffic conditions, and for compliance with driving and vehicle regulations.

The system becomes operational when the vehicle exceeds 16 mph (25 km/h).
When the speed falls below 9 mph (15 km/h), the function is no longer operational.

Activation/Deactivation

The settings are changed via the Driving/Vehicle touch screen menu.

When deactivated, the lighting system changes to “automatic illumination of headlamps” mode. The state of the system is stored when the ignition is switched off.

Operation
If the ambient light level is very low and traffic conditions permit:

The main beam headlamps come on automatically. These indicator lamps light up on the instrument panel. If the ambient light level is sufficient and/or the traffic conditions do not allow the main beam headlamps to be lit:

The dipped beam headlamps remain lit. These indicator lamps light up on the instrument panel.
The function is deactivated if the foglamps are switched on or if the system detects poor visibility conditions (e.g. fog, heavy rain, snowfall).
When the foglamps are switched off or when the visibility conditions become favorable again, the function is automatically reactivated.

This indicator lamp goes out when the function is deactivated.

Pause
If the situation requires a change of headlamp beam, the driver can take over at any time.

• A “headlamp flash” pauses the function and the lighting system switches to “automatic illumination of lamps” mode:
  • If the “AUTO” and “Dipped beam” indicator lamps were on, the system changes to main beam.
  • If the “AUTO” and “Main beam” indicator lamps were on, the system changes to dipped beam.
• To reactivate the function, once again switch the headlamps manually between dipped and main beam.

The system may be disrupted or not work correctly:

• • When visibility conditions are poor (snowfall, heavy rain, etc.).
  • If the windscreen in front of the camera is dirty, misted or obscured (for example, by a sticker).
  • If the vehicle is facing highly reflective signs.
  • When the system detects thick fog, it temporarily deactivates the function.

The system is not able to detect:

• • Road users that do not have their own lighting, such as pedestrians.
  • Vehicles whose lighting is obscured (for example, vehicles driving behind a safety barrier on a motorway).
  • Vehicles at the top or bottom of a steep slope, on winding roads, on crossroads.

Clean the windscreen regularly, particularly the area in front of the camera.

The internal surface of the windscreen can also become misted around the camera. In humid and cold weather, demist the windscreen regularly.

Do not allow snow to accumulate on the bonnet or roof of the vehicle as this could obstruct the detection camera.

Lighting and visibility
Headlamp beam height adjustment

To avoid inconvenience to other road users, the height of the halogen headlamps should be adjusted according to the load in the vehicle.

(Initial setting)
Unladen.
Partial load.
Medium load.
Maximum authorised load.
4 5 6 Not used.

Wiper Control Stalk

Before operating the wipers in wintry conditions, clear any snow, ice or frost from the windscreen and around the wiper arms and blades.

Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windscreen. In extremely hot or cold weather, check that the wiper blades are not stuck to the windscreen before operating the wipers.

After using an automatic car wash, you may temporarily notice abnormal noises and poorer wiping performance. You do not need to replace the wiper blades.

Without AUTO Wiping

With AUTO wiping

Windscreen wipers

• To select the wiping speed: raise or lower the stalk to the desired position.

Fast wiping (heavy rain)
Normal wiping (moderate rain)
Intermittent wiping (proportional to the vehicle’s speed)
Switching off
Single wipe (press down and release).

or
Automatic wiping
Refer to the corresponding section.

Windscreen Wash

• Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and hold.
  A final wiping cycle is performed when screen washing ends.

The windscreen wash jets are incorporated into the tip of each wiper arm.
Screenwash fluid is sprayed along the length of the wiper blade. This improves visibility and reduces screenwash fluid consumption.

With automatic air conditioning, any action on the screenwash control results in temporary closure of the air intake to protect the passenger compartment from any odour.

To avoid damaging the wiper blades, do not operate the screenwash if the screenwash reservoir is empty.

Only operate the screenwash if there is no risk of the fluid freezing on the windscreen and hindering visibility. During the winter period, use “very cold climate” rated products. Never top up with water.

Low screenwash fluid level
When the low level of the reservoir is reached, this warning lamp lights up on the instrument panel, accompanied by an audible signal and a message.
It comes on when the ignition is switched on, or every time the stalk is operated, until the reservoir is refilled.
Refill the screenwash reservoir (or have it refilled) the next time you stop.

Rear Wiper

• Turn the ring to align the desired symbol with the marking.

Off
Intermittent wiping

Screenwash-wipe

Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper will come into operation automatically if the front windscreen wipers are operating.

Activation/Deactivation
The settings are changed via the Driving/Vehicle touch screen menu.

This function is activated by default.

In the event of accumulation of snow or hard frost or if a bicycle carrier is fitted to a towing device, deactivate the automatic rear wiper via the touch screen’s Driving/ Vehicle menu.

Special Position of the Windscreen Wipers

This maintenance position is used while cleaning or replacing the wiper blades. It can also be useful, in wintry weather (ice, snow), to release the wiper blades from the windscreen.

To maintain the effectiveness of the flat wiper blades, it is advisable to:

• Handle them with care.
• Clean them regularly using soapy water.
  Avoid using them to hold cardboard on the windscreen.
  Replace them at the first signs of wear.

Before removing a windscreen wiper blade

 

 

Operating the wiper control stalk immediately after switching off the ignition will place the wiper blades in a vertical position.

• Proceed with the desired operation or the replacement of the wiper blades.

After refitting a windscreen wiper blade

• To return the wiper blades to their initial position after the operation, switch on the ignition and operate the wiper control stalk.
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• Changing a Wiper Blade

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• Removing/Refitting at the front
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• Carry out these wiper blade replacement operations from the driver’s side.
• Starting with the wiper blade farthest from you, hold each arm by the rigid section and raise it as far as possible.

Take care not to hold the arms at the jet locations.

Do not touch the wiper blades – risk of irreparable deformation.

Do not release them while moving them. Risk of damaging the windscreen!

• Clean the windscreen using screenwash fluid.

Do not apply “Rain X” type water-repellent products.

• Unclip the worn wiper blade closest to you and remove it.
  Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the arm.
  Repeat the procedure for the other wiper blade.
• Starting with the wiper blade closest to you, once again hold each arm by the rigid section, then guide it carefully onto the windscreen.

Removing/refitting at the rear

• Hold the arm by the rigid section and raise it as far as possible.
  Clean the rear screen using screenwash fluid.
  Unclip the worn wiper blade and remove it.
  Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the arm.
  Once again hold the arm by the rigid section, then guide it carefully onto the rear screen.

Automatic Windscreen Wipers

In AUTO mode, the windscreen wipers operate automatically and adapt to the intensity of the rainfall.
Detection is via a rain/brightness sensor, located at the top centre of the windscreen behind the rear view mirror.

Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor.
When using an automatic car wash, switch off the automatic wipers and the ignition.
In winter, wait until the windscreen is completely clear of ice before activating the automatic wipers.

Switching on

Give a short downwards push to the control stalk.
A wiping cycle confirms that the instruction has been accepted.

This indicator lamp lights up on the instrument panel, accompanied by a message.
Depending on version, this indicator lamp appears on the display or on the instrument panel, accompanied by a message.

Switching off

• Give the control stalk another brief push downwards or set the control stalk to another position (Int, 1 or 2).

This indicator lamp goes off on the instrument panel, accompanied bya message.

If the ignition has been off for more than one minute, the automatic wipers must be reactivated by pushing the control stalk downwards.

Malfunction
If a fault occurs with the automatic wipers, the wipers operate in intermittent mode.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

FAQs

Useful Links

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