CITROEN C6 Owner's Handbook Manual page 157

Braking system
Your vehicle's most
safety feature, the braking system,
is provided by brake discs (or discs
and drums) and a dual hydraulic
circuit.
When the engine is running, power
assistance is provided so that
pedal effort is reduced.
Brakes
• If the brake warning
comes on while you are driving,
stop immediately and contact
a CITROËN dealer.
• On wet roads, or after washing
the vehicle, there can be a slight
delay in brake response. From
time to time, apply the brakes
briefly so that the heat gener-
ated can dispel any moisture.
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ABS system
important The ABS system enhances your
safety by preventing the wheels
from locking in the event of sud-
den braking or in conditions of poor
road adherence. It enables you to
retain control of the steering.
Parking brake
See « Driving : Brakes ».
Before leaving the vehicle, make
lamp
sure that the parking brake is suf-
ficiently applied to prevent the
vehicle from moving if on a slope,
or if accidentally or deliberately
pushed.
As an additional precaution on
steep slopes :
• Apply the parking brake.
• Engage a gear.
• Turn the steering towards the
kerb (if there is one).
When the engine is not running, the braking system will not
have power-assistance
The effort required on the brake pedal will be considerably
increased.
Take all reasonable safety precautions if you have to move the
vehicle.
Never drive the vehicle without the engine running.
Brake pads and linings
Brake pad wear varies according
to the way you use your vehicle
(e.g. urban driving, frequent stops,
your style of driving or the type of
road).
Brake fluid
Subject to ageing, the fluid should
be drained and refilled periodically.
Dirty fluid can reduce the efficiency
of the hydraulic system.
Follow the instructions in the
maintenance guide.
Note Follow the servicing sched-
ules listed in the maintenance
guide scrupulously to ensure opti-
mum performance and reliability.
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