warning CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS 2022 Owner's Manual

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Indicators
Coolant temperature gauge
With the engine running:
- i n zone A , the temperature is correct,
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i
n zone B , the temperature is too high; this
warning lamp and the central STOP warning
lamp come on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by the display of a message
and an audible signal.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait a few minutes before switching off the
engine.
After first switching off the ignition, open
the bonnet cautiously and check the
coolant level. For more information on Checking levels
,
refer to the corresponding section.
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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
Service spanner Fixed, temporary
when the ignition is
switched on. When between 620
miles (1,000 km)
and 1,860
miles (3,000 km) remain
before the next ser vice is due. The ser vice indicator is displayed for a few seconds
in the instrument panel. Depending on version:
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t
he distance recorder displays a line showing the
distance remaining (in kilometres or miles) before
the next ser vice is due.
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a
n alert message indicates the distance remaining
(in kilometres or miles) as well as the period
before the next ser vice is due.
The service spanner disappears after a few seconds.
The alert may be triggered close to the due date.
Fixed, when the
ignition is switched
on. Less than 620
miles (1,000 km)
remain before the next ser vice is
due. The ser vice indicator is displayed for a few seconds
in the instrument panel. Depending on version:
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t
he distance recorder display line indicates the
distance remaining before the next ser vice is due.
-

a
n alert message indicates the distance remaining
as well as the period before the next ser vice is
due.
The ser vice spanner remains on to show that a
ser vice is required very soon.
The alert may be triggered close to the due date.
Service indicator
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The distance indicated (in kilometres
or miles) is calculated according to the
mileage covered and the time elapsed
since the last ser vice.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Action/Observations
Service spanner Flashing then fixed,
when the ignition is
switched on. Service is overdue.
The ser vice indicator is displayed for a few seconds
in the instrument panel. Depending on version:
-
t
he total distance recorder displays a line showing
the distance travelled since ser vice was due. The
value is preceded by the "-" sign.
-
a
n alert message indicates that ser vice is
overdue.
The ser vice spanner remains on until the ser vice has
been performed.
The alert is triggered when the due date has passed.
+ Flashing then fixed,
when the ignition
is switched on,
associated with the
Ser vice warning
lamp.Ser vice is overdue for Diesel
BlueHDi versions.
The ser vice indicator is displayed for a few seconds
in the instrument panel. Depending on version:
-
t
he total distance recorder displays a line showing
the distance travelled since ser vice was due. The
value is preceded by the "-" sign.
-
a
n alert message indicates that ser vice is
overdue.
The ser vice spanner remains on until the ser vice has
been performed.
The alert is triggered when the due date has passed.
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CHECK
F You can access the information via the Driving/Vehicle
menu, by selecting " Driving
functions " then "Diagnostic ".When driving, this message is displayed
approximately every 200
miles (300 km) until
the liquid has been topped up.
The reser ve level has been reached; it is
recommended that you top up as soon as
possible.
It is recommended that you do not top up by
more than 10 litres of AdBlue.
For more information on AdBlue
® and
the SCR system , and, in particular,
on topping up the AdBlue
®, refer to the
corresponding section.
Range below 370 miles (600 km)
When driving, this message is displayed every
30 seconds until the AdBlue fluid has been
topped up.
It is essential to top up as soon as possible and
before the tank is completely empty; other wise
it will not be possible to restart the engine after
the next stop.
In the event of the risk of non-
starting related to a lack of
AdBlue
®
The engine start prevention system
required by regulations is activated
automatically once the AdBlue
® tank is
e m pt y.
Range greater than 1,500

miles (2,400 km)
When switching on the ignition, there is no
automatic display of range in the instrument
panel.
Pressing this button will temporarily display the
remaining range.
With touch screen
Remaining range between 1,500 and
370 miles (2,400 and 600 km)
When switching on the ignition, this
warning
lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible
signal and the display of a message (e.g. "NO
START IN 900
miles" or "Top up AdBlue: Starting
impossible in 900
miles") indicating the remaining
range expressed in miles or kilometres. When switching on the ignition, this warning lamp
flashes, accompanied by an audible signal and
the display of a message (e.g. "NO START IN
180

m
iles" or "Top up AdBlue: Starting impossible
in 180
miles") indicating the remaining range
expressed in miles or kilometres.
For more information on AdBlue®
(BlueHDi engines) and, in particular, on
topping up, refer to the corresponding
section.
Breakdown related to a lack of AdBlue®
When switching on the ignition, this warning lamp
flashes, together with an audible signal and the
display of the message "NO START IN 0
miles"
or "Top up AdBlue: Starting impossible".
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The AdBlue® tank is empty: the starting
prevention system required by legislation
prevents starting of the engine.
To be able to restart the engine, it is
essential to add at least 4
litres of AdBlue
®
to its tank.
For more information on the AdBlue
® (BlueHDi
engines) , and, in particular, on topping up,
refer to the corresponding section.
In the event of a fault with the
SCR emissions control system
An engine immobiliser is activated
automatically after you have driven a
further 680
miles (1,100 km) following
confirmation of a fault with the SCR
emissions control system. Have the
system checked by a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
In the event of the detection of a fault If it is a temporary fault, the alert
disappears during the next journey,
after self-diagnostic checks of the SCR
emissions control system.
During the permitted driving phase (between
680 and 0 miles (1,100 km and 0 km))
While driving, the message is displayed every
30
seconds while the fault with the SCR emissions
control system persists.
The alert is repeated when switching on the ignition.
You should go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
These warning lamps come on, accompanied
by an audible signal and the display of the
message "Emissions fault". If a fault with the SCR system is confirmed
(after 30
miles (50 km) covered with the
permanent display of the message signalling
a fault), these warning lamps come on and the
AdBlue warning lamp flashes, associated with
an audible signal and the display of a message
(e.g. "NO START IN 200 miles" or "Emissions
fault: Starting prevented in 200 miles")
indicating the remaining range expresed in
miles or kilometres.
Starting prevented
Each time the ignition is switched on, these warning
lamps come on and the AdBlue warning lamp
flashes, accompanied by an audible signal and the
display of the message "NO START IN 0
miles" or
"Emissions fault: Starting prevented".
You have exceeded the authorised driving
limit: the starting prevention system does
not allow the engine to be started.
To be able to restart the engine, you must call a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Distance recorders
The total and trip distances are displayed for
thirty seconds when the ignition is switched off,
when the driver's door is opened and when the
vehicle is locked or unlocked.
The alert is triggered while driving as soon
as the fault is detected for the first time, then
when switching on the ignition for subsequent
journeys, while the fault persists.
Other wise you will not be able to restart the vehicle.
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"Trip computer" menu
Warning log
It summarises the alert messages of the
functions, displaying them on the screen.
"Connections" menu
"Personalisation-
configuration" menu
Define the vehicle parametersThis menu allows you to consult information
concerning the status of the vehicle.
With the audio system on, this menu allows
a Bluetooth device (telephone, media player)
to be paired and the connection mode to be
defined (hands-free, playing audio files).
For more information on the "Connections"
application, refer to the "Audio and telematics"
section.This menu gives access to the following
functions:
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"
Define the vehicle parameters",
-
"
Display configuration".
This menu allows the following equipment to
be activated/deactivated, depending on version
and/or country of sale:
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"Lighting ":
•
"

Directional headlamps",
•
"

Guide-me-home headlamps",
•

"
Welcome lighting".
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"Comfort ":
•

"
Rear wipe in reverse gear".
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"Driving assistance ":
•
A

uto. emergency braking,
•
F

atigue Detection System,
•
Spe

ed recommendation.
For more information on the different
equipment, refer to the corresponding sections.
Display configuration
This menu allows you to change the language
used by the display from a defined list.
This menu gives access to the following
settings:
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"
Choice of units",
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"
Date and time adjustment",
-
"

Display personalisation",
-
"

Choice of language", As a safety measure, the driver must only
carry out operations that require sustained
attention with the vehicle stationary.
Touch screen
The touch screen gives access to:
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he heating/air conditioning controls,
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enus for adjusting settings for vehicle
functions and systems,
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a
udio system and telephone controls and
the display of associated information,
and, depending on equipment, allows:
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t
he display of alert messages and the visual
parking sensors information,
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t
he permanent display of the time and the
exterior temperature (a blue warning lamp
appears when there is a risk of ice),
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a
ccess to the internet ser vices and
navigation system controls and the display
of associated information.
As a safety measure, the driver must
only carry out operations that require
sustained attention with the vehicle
stationary.
Some functions are not accessible when
driving.
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F With a manual gearbox, place the gear
lever in neutral then fully depress the clutch
pedal.
F

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ith an automatic gearbox , select
position P, then firmly press the brake
pedal.
If the fault persists after reinitialisation, contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay. F

S
witch on the ignition by pressing the
START/STOP button.
The electronic key is now fully operational
again.Doors
Opening
From outside
F After unlocking the vehicle or holding the electronic key of the K eyless Entry and
Starting system in the recognition zone, pull
the door handle.
From inside
F Pull the interior control lever of a door; this unlocks the vehicle completely.
Closing
- with the engine running or the vehicle moving (speed below
6
mph (10 km/h)), this warning
lamp comes on, accompanied
by an alert message for a few
seconds.
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w
ith the vehicle moving (speed
above 6
mph (10 km/h)), in
addition to the warning lamp
and alert message, there is an
audible signal for a few seconds.
Boot
Opening
F With the vehicle unlocked or with the electronic key of the K eyless Entry and
Starting system in the recognition zone,
press the central tailgate control.
F

L
ift the tailgate.
When a door is not closed correctly:
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In case of malfunction or difficulties in
moving the tailgate when opening or
closing, have it checked without delay by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
to ensure that the issue does not become
worse and does not lead to the tailgate
dropping rapidly and the risk of causing
serious injuries.
Closing
F Lower the tailgate using one of the interior grab handles.
If the tailgate is not closed correctly:
Back-up release
To manually unlock the boot in the event of a
battery or central locking failure.
Unlocking
F Fold the rear seats to gain access to the lock from inside the boot.
F

I
nsert a small screwdriver into hole A of the
lock to unlock the boot.
F

M
ove the latch to the left.
Locking after closing
If the fault persists after closing again, the boot
will remain locked.
-

w

hen the engine is running
,
this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by the display of a
message for a few seconds,
-
w
hen the vehicle is moving
(speed higher than 6

mph
(10

km/h)), this warning lamp
comes on, accompanied by an
audible signal and the display of
a message for a few seconds.
Central locking
This function allows the doors and boot to be
locked or unlocked simultaneously from inside
the vehicle.
Manual mode
Locking
If any of the doors is open, the central
locking from the inside does not take
place.
F

P
ress this button to lock the vehicle.
The red indicator lamp in the button comes on.
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Three flashes
F Press briefly upwards or downwards, without going beyond the point of
resistance; the direction indicators will flash
3 times.
Automatic illumination of
headlamps
When the ring is at the " AUTO" position
and 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
automatic operation of the windscreen 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.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction of the
sunshine sensor, the lighting comes
on, this warning lamp is displayed in
the instrument panel accompanied
by an audible signal and/or a
message.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop. Do not cover the sunshine sensor,
integrated with the rain sensor and located
at the top centre of the windscreen behind
the rear view mirror; the associated
functions would no longer be controlled.
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may
detect sufficient light. In this case, the
lighting will not come on automatically.
Daytime running lamps/
Sidelamps
In daytime running lamps mode, the
diodes are brighter.
The front and rear lamps light up automatically
when the engine starts.
They provide the following functions:
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D
aytime running lamps (lighting control stalk
in " AUTO " position with adequate light level). -

S
idelamps (lighting control stalk in "
AUTO"
position with low light levels or "Sidelamps
only" or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").
Parking lamps
Vehicle side marking by illumination of the
sidelamps on the traffic side only.
F

D
epending on version, within one minute
of switching off the ignition, operate the
lighting control stalk up or down depending
on the traffic side (for example, when
parking on the left: lighting control stalk
upwards; the right-hand sidelamps come
o n).
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General safety
recommendations
Labels are attached in different places on
your vehicle. They include safety warnings
as well as identification information for
your vehicle. Do not remove them: they
are an integral part of your vehicle.
For any work on your vehicle, use a
qualified workshop that has the technical
information, skills and equipment required,
all of which a CITROËN dealer is able to
provide.We draw your attention to the following
points:
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T
he fitting of electrical equipment
or accessories not approved by
CITROËN may cause excessive
current consumption and faults and
failures with the electrical system of
your vehicle. Contact a CITROËN
dealer for information on the range of
recommended accessories.
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A
s a safety measure, access to
the diagnostic socket, used for the
vehicle's electronic systems, is
reser ved strictly for CITROËN dealers
or qualified workshops, equipped
with the special tools required (risk
of malfunctions of the vehicle's
electronic systems that could cause
breakdowns or serious accidents).
The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible if this advice is not
followed.
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A
ny modification or adaptation not
intended or authorised by CITROËN
or carried out without meeting the
technical requirements defined by
the manufacturer will result in the
suspension of the legal and contractual
warranties. Installation of accessory radio
communication transmitters
Before installing a radio communication
transmitter, you must contact a CITROËN
dealer for the specification of transmitters
which can be fitted (frequency, maximum
power, aerial position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/EC).
Depending on country regulations, some
safety equipment may be compulsory:
high visibility safety vests, warning
triangles, breathalysers, spare bulbs,
spare fuses, fire extinguisher, first aid kit,
mud flaps at the rear of the vehicle, etc.
Safety