CITROEN C CROSSER 2010 Owners Manual

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This child seat can also be used on seats which are not fi tted with ISOFIX mountings.
In this case, it must be attached to the vehicle seat using the three point seat belt.

Follow the instructions for fi tting the child seat given in the seat manufacturer's installation guide.

ISOFIX

RÖMER Duo Plus
(size category B1 )

Group 1: from 9 to 18 kg
Installed in the forward facing position.
Fitted with an upper strap to be secured on the ISOFIX uppe r ring,
referred to as the TOP TETHER.
Three seat body angles: sitting, reclining, lying.
ISOFIX CHILD SEAT RECOMMENDED BY CITROËN AND APPRO VED FOR YOUR VEHICLE

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LOCATIONS FOR ISOFIX CHILD SEATS

IUF: seat suitable for the installation of an I sofi x U niversal seat, " F orward facing" secured using the "Top Tether" upper
strap.

IL-SU: seat suitable for the installation of an Isofi x S emi- U niversal seat either:
- "rear facing" fi tted with a "Top Tether" upper strap or a support,
- "forward facing" fi tted with a support.
For advice on securing of the "Top Tether" upper strap, refer to the "Isofi x mountings" section.

X: seat not suitable for the installation of an ISOFIX seat of the size category indicated.
The head restraint of the vehicle's ISOFIX seat must be removed and stored.
In accordance with European Regulations (ECE 16), this table i
ndicates the options for installing ISOFIX child seats on seats
in the vehicle fi tted with ISOFIX mountings.
In the case of universal and semi-universal ISOFIX child seats, th e ISOFIX size category, determined by a letter from A to G ,
is indicated on the child seat next to the ISOFIX logo.

Weight of the child /indicative age

Less than 10 kg
(group 0)
Up to approx. 6 months
Less than 10 kg
(group 0)
Less than

13 kg
(group 0+)
Up to approx. 1 year
From 9 to 18 kg (group 1)
From approx. 1 to 3 years

Type of ISOFIX child seat infant car seat "rear facing" "rear facing" "forward facing"

ISOFIX size category F G C D E C D A B B1
Universal and semi-
universal ISOFIX child seats
which can be installed on
the rear seats X IL-SU IL-SU
IUF
IL-SU

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ADVICE ON CHILD SEATS
Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must
be positioned on the child's shoulder
without touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat
belt passes correctly over the child's
thighs.
CITROËN recommends the use of
a booster seat which has a back, fi t-
ted with a seat belt guide at shoulder
level.
As a safety precaution, do not leave:
- one or more children alone and un-supervised in a vehicle,
- a child or an animal in a vehicle which is exposed to the sun, with
the windows closed,
- the keys within reach of children inside the vehicle.
To prevent accidental opening of the
doors, use the "Child lock".
Take care not to open the rear windows
by more than one third.
To protect young children from the
rays of the sun, fi t side blinds on the
rear windows.
CHILD LOCK

 Lower the control A to position 1 .
Child lock on
Child lock off

 Raise the control A to position 2 .
Mechanical system to prevent opening
of the rear door using its interior control.
The control is located on the edge of
each rear door.
The incorrect installation of a child
seat in a vehicle compromises the
child's protection in the event of an
accident.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or
the child seat harnesses
keeping the
slack in relation to the child’s body to
a minimum , even for short journeys.
For optimum installation of the "for-
ward facing" child seat, ensure that
the back of the child seat is in contact
with the back of the vehicle's seat and
that the head restraint does not cause
any discomfort.
If the head restraint has to be removed,
ensure that it is stored or attached se-
curely to prevent it from being thrown
around the vehicle in the event of sharp
braking.
Children under the age of 10 must not
travel in the "forward facing" position
on the front passenger seat, unless
the rear seats are already occupied
by other children, cannot be used or
are absent.
Deactivate the passenger’s airbag
when a “rear facing” child seat is in-
stalled on the front seat. Otherwise,
the child would risk being seriously
injured or killed if the airbag were to
infl ate.

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DIRECTION INDICATORS HAZARD WARNING LAMPS HORN

 Left: lower the lighting stalk passing
the point of resistance.

 Right: raise the lighting stalk pass-
ing the point of resistance.

 Press one of the spokes of the
steering wheel.
"Motorway" function

 Press briefl y upwards or down-
wards, without going beyond the
point of resistance; the direction in-
dicators will fl ash 3 times. Audible warning to alert other road users
to an imminent danger.
The audible signal can be confi gured
via the colour screen "Equipment"
menu.
 Press this button, the direction indi-
cators fl ash.
They can operate with the ignition off.
Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, de-
pending on the deceleration, the hazard
warning lamps come on automatically.
They switch off automatically the fi rst
time you accelerate.

 You can also switch them off by
pressing the button.
A visual warning by means of the direc-
tion indicators to alert other road users to
a vehicle breakdown, towing or accident.

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BRAKING ASSISTANCE
SYSTEMS
Group of supplementary systems which
help you to obtain optimum braking in
complete safety in emergency situations:
- anti-lock braking system (ABS),
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD).
When braking in an emergency,
press very fi rmly without releas-
ing the pressure. The two warning lamps comes on at
the same time and the two warnings
are displayed alternately on the in-
strument panel screen.
When replacing wheels (tyres and
rims), ensure that they conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on, accompa-
nied by the indication on the instrument
panel screen, it indicates a malfunction of
the anti-lock braking system which could
result in a loss of control of the vehicle
when braking.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
If these two warning lamps come on,
linked with the warnings on the instru-
ment panel screen, they indicate a mal-
function of the electronic brake force
distribution which could result in a loss
of control of the vehicle on braking.

You MUST stop as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Anti-lock braking system and electronic brake force distribution
Linked systems which improve the
stability and manoeuvrability of your
vehicle when braking, in particular on
poor or slippery surfaces. The warning lamp comes on for a
few seconds when the ignition is
switched on (ON position). If it does
not switch off or does not come on,
contact a CITROËN dealer.
When the vehicle is stationary
When the vehicle is moving
If this warning lamp comes on
continuously it indicates a mal-
function of the anti-lock braking
system which could result in a
loss of control of the vehicle on braking.

You MUST stop as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Activation
The anti-lock braking system is active if
the vehicle speed is higher than 6 mph
(10 km/h). It is deactivated when the ve-
hicle speed falls below 3 mph (5 km/h).
The anti-lock braking system comes
into operation automatically when there
is a risk of wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibration of the brake
pedal.

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The ASC/TCL systems offer
exceptional safety in normal
driving, but this should not en-
courage the driver to take extra risks
or drive at high speed.
The correct functioning of these sys-
tems depends on observation of the
manufacturer's recommendations
regarding the wheels (tyres and
rims), the braking components, the
electronic components and the as-
sembly and repair procedures used
by CITROËN dealers.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a
vehicle which is bogged down, stuck
in snow, on soft ground, ...), it may be
better to deactivate the ASC system, so
that the wheels can move freely and re-
gain grip.

 Press the "ASC OFF" button, locat-
ed to the right of the steering wheel,
until the ASC OFF symbol appears
in the instrument panel screen.
The display of this symbol in the top
right corner of the instrument panel
screen indicates that the ASC and TCL
systems are deactivated. Reactivation
These systems are not reactivated au-
tomatically above 30 mph (50 km/h).

 Press the "ASC OFF" button again
to reactivate them manually.
Switching off of the symbol in the top
right corner of the instrument panel
screen indicates the reactivation of the
ASC and TCL systems.
Operating fault
The display of this mes-
sage in the instrument
panel screen indicates a
malfunction of these sys-
tems.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the
ASC/TCL systems checked.
TRAJECTORY CONTROL
SYSTEMS
Activation
These systems are activated automati-
cally each time the vehicle is started.
They operate when the vehicle speed is
higher than 10 mph (15 km/h).
Traction control and automatic stability control
Traction control optimises traction to
prevent wheel spin, by acting on the
brakes of the driving wheels and on the
engine.
Automatic stability control acts on the
brake of one or more wheels and on the
engine to keep the vehicle on the tra-
jectory required by the driver.
They come into operation in
the event of a grip or trajectory
problem.
This is indicated by fl ashing
of this symbol on the instrument panel
screen.
Associated systems which guarantee
the directional stability of the vehicle
within the limits of the laws of physics:
- traction control (TCL),
- automatic stability control (ASC).

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SEAT BELTS Height adjustment
Fastening

 Pull the strap, then insert the tongue
in the buckle A .

 Check that the seat belt is fastened
correctly by pulling the strap.
 to lower the attachment point, press
the control B and slide the fi xing C
down,

 to raise the attachment point, press
the control B and slide the fi xing C up.
Unfastening

 Press the red button on the buckle A .
Front seat belts
The front seat belts are fi tted with a pre-
tensioning and force limiting system.
This system improves safety in the front
seats in the event of a front or side im-
pact. Depending on the severity of the
impact, the pretensioning system in-
stantly tightens the seat belts against
the body of the occupants.
The pretensioning seat belts are active
when the ignition is on.
The force limiter reduces the pressure
of the seat belt on the chest of the oc-
cupant, so improving their protection.

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Front seat belt not fastened/
unfastened warning lamp When the ignition is switched
on, this warning lamp comes
on accompanied by an audi-
ble signal for a few seconds
if the driver has not fastened
their seat belt.
Rear seat belts
Each rear seat is fi tted with a three-point
inertia reel seat belt with force limiter.
Fastening

 Pull the strap, then insert the tongue
in the buckle.

 Check that the seat belt is fastened
correctly by pulling the strap.
Unfastening

 Press the red button on the buckle.
If the driver does not fasten their seat
belt within one minute after switching on
the ignition, the warning lamp fl ashes
accompanied by an intermittent audible
signal and a display on the instrument
panel screen.
The warning lamp, the audible signal
and the display stop after approximate-
ly 90 seconds and return until the driver
fastens their seat belt.
If the seat belt is unfastened
while the
vehicle is moving , you are alerted by
the same warnings.
Storing after use

1. Pass the seat belt under the support A
located on each rear side pillar,

2. Insert the tongue in the slot B of the
support.
Rear buckles

 Store the buckles in the locations A
and B provided for this purpose in
the rear seat cushion.
Driver's seat belt
Outer rear seat belts
Front passenger's seat belt
When the ignition is switched on, this
warning lamp comes on the centre con-
sole panel.
It is accompanied by an audible signal
for a few seconds if the passenger has
not fastened their seat belt.
If the seat belt is unfastened
while the
vehicle is moving , you are alerted by
the same warnings.

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The driver must ensure that pas-
sengers use the seat belts correctly
and that they are all restrained se-
curely before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle,
always fasten your seat belt, even for
short journeys.
Do not invert the seat belt buckles as
they will not fulfi l their role fully.
The seat belts are fi tted with an inertia
reel permitting automatic adjustment
of the length of the strap to your size.
The seat belt is stored automatically
when not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the
seat belt is reeled in correctly.
The lower part of the strap must be
positioned as low as possible on the
pelvis.
The upper part must be positioned in
the hollow of the shoulder.
The inertia reels are fi tted with an au-
tomatic locking device which comes
into operation in the event of a colli-
sion, emergency braking or if the ve-
hicle rolls over. You can release the
device by pulling fi rmly on the strap
and releasing it so that it re-winds
slightly. Recommendations for children
Use a suitable child seat if the passenger
is less than 12 years old or shorter than
one and a half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure
more than one person.
Never allow a child to travel on your
lap.
In order to be effective, a seat belt
must:
- be tightened as close to the body
as possible,
- be pulled in front of you with a smooth movement, checking that
it does not twist,
- be used to restrain only one person,
- not bear any trace of cuts or fraying,
- not be converted or modifi ed to avoid affecting its performance.
In accordance with current safety reg-
ulations, all repairs and checks must
be carried out by a CITROËN dealer
who guarantees that the work is car-
ried out correctly.
Have your seat belts checked regularly
by a CITROËN dealer and particularly
if the straps show signs of damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy
water or a textile cleaning product,
sold by CITROËN dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or rear
bench seat, ensure that the seat belt is
positioned and reeled in correctly. In the event of an impact

Depending on the nature and serious-
ness of the impacts , the pre-tensioning
device may be triggered before and in-
dependently of the airbags. Triggering of
the pre-tensioners is accompanied by a
slight discharge of harmless smoke and
a noise, due to the activation of the py-
rotechnic cartridge incorporated in the
system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp
comes on.
Following an impact, have the seat
belts system checked, and if neces-
sary replaced, by a CITROËN dealer.

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AIRBAGS
The airbags do not operate
when the ignition is switched
off.
This equipment will only operate
once. If a second impact occurs
(during the same or a subsequent
accident), the airbag will not operate.
Front airbags
System which protects the head and
chest of the driver and front passenger
in the event of a front impact.
The driver's airbag is fi tted in the centre
of the steering wheel; the front passen-
ger's airbag is fi tted in the dashboard
above the glove box.
Activation
The airbags are triggered simultane-
ously, unless the passenger's front air
bag is deactivated, in the event of a se-
rious front impact applied to all or part
of the front impact zone A , in the lon-
gitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a
horizontal plane and directed from the
front to the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag infl ates between the
front occupant of the vehicle and the
dashboard to cushion their forward
movement.
Impact detection zones

A. Front impact zone.

B. Side impact zone.
Triggering of the airbag(s) is accom-
panied by a slight emission of harm-
less smoke and a noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge
incorporated in the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensi-
tive individuals may experience slight
irritation.
The noise of the detonation may re-
sult in a slight loss of hearing for a
short time.
System designed to maximise the safety
of the occupants (with the exception of
the rear centre passenger) in the event
of violent collisions. It supplements the
action of the force-limiting seat belts.
If a collision occurs, the electronic
detectors record and analyse the front
and side impacts sustained in the im-
pact detection zones:
- in the case of a serious impact, the
airbags are triggered instantly and
protect the occupants of the vehicle
(with the exception of the rear cen-
tre passenger); immediately after the
impact, the airbags defl ate rapidly so
that they do not hinder visibility or the
exit of the occupants,
- in the case of a minor or rear impact or in certain roll-over conditions, the
airbags will not be triggered; the
seat belt alone is suffi cient to pro-
vide optimum protection in these
situations.