Lock Citroen C3 PICASSO 2013 1.G Owner's Guide

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Child safety
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Manual child lock
Mechanical system to prevent opening of the
rear door using its interior control.
The control is located on the edge of each rear door.


Locking
)Inser t the ignition key in the red control.)Turn in the direction indicated by the arrow marked on the door.







Electric child lock Control system to prevent opening of the rear
doors using their interior controls and use of therear electric windows.
The control is located on the driver's door, with
th
e electric window controls.
Locking
) Press button A.The indicator lamp in button A
comes on, accompaniedAby a message in the multifunction screen. This indicator lamp remains on until the child lock isdeactivated.

Unlocking
)Inser t the ignition key in the red control.)Turn in the opposition direction to the arrowmarked on the door.




Unlocking
)
Press button A
again.
The indicator lamp in button Agoes off, accompaniedAby a message in the multifunction screen.
This indicator lamp remains off until the child lock is
activated.

The activation of the function is
confirmed by the temporary illumination
of this warning lamp in the translucent digital instrument panel.
Any other status of the indicator lamp indicates a malfunction of the electric child lock. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop.
This system is independent and in nocircumstances does it take the place of the central locking system.
Check the status of the child lock each
time you switch on the ignition.
Always remove the key from the ignition when leaving the vehicle, even for a short time.
In the event of a serious impact, the electric child lock is deactivatedautomatically to permit the exit of therear passengers.

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Braking assistance systems


Anti-lock braking system
and electronic brake force
distribution

Linked systems which improve the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking,
in par ticular on poor or slippery sur faces.

Activation

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.









Emergency or
assistance call
This system allows you to make an emergency
or assistance call to the emergency ser vices or
to the dedicated CITROËN ser vice.
For more information on the use of this function, refer to the "Audio and telematics"section.


When braking in an emergency, press
very firmly without releasing thepressure. Group of supplementar
y systems which help you to obtain optimum braking in complete
safety in emergency situations:
- anti-lock braking system (ABS),
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
- emergency braking assistance (EBA).

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Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the screen, it
in
dicates a malfunction of the anti-lock braking system which couldresult in loss of control of the vehicle
when braking.
I
f this warning lamp comes on,
together with the STOP and ABSwarning lamps, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message in the
screen, it indicates a malfunction of
the electronic brake force distribution
which could result in loss of control of
the vehicle when braking.
Emergency braking assistance
System which, in an emergency, enables you
to obtain the optimum braking pressure more
quickly, thus reducing the stopping distance.

Activation

It is triggered by the speed at which the brake
pedal is pressed.
Th
e effect of this is a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an increase inbraking efficiency.
In either case, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
When braking in an emergency, pressfirmly without releasing the pressure.



When replacing wheels (tyres andrims), ensure that they conform to themanufacturer's recommendations.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.

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Seat belt not fastened / unfastened warning lamp display
1.
Front and/or rear seat belts not fastened /
unfastened warning lamp. 2.Front left seat belt warning lamp. 3.Front right seat belt warning lamp. 4. Rear right seat belt warning lamp.
5. Rear centre seat belt warning lamp.
6.Rear left seat belt warning lamp.
Rear seat belts
The rear seats are each fitted with a three-point iner tia reel seat belt with force limiter (with the
exception of the rear centre seat).
Locking
When the rear side side belts are not being used, you can lock them in place. To do so: ) Raise the grip Ato its maximum height.

Fastening
)
Pull the strap, then inser t the tongue in thebuckle. )
Check that the seat belt is fastened correctly by pulling the strap.

Unfastening
)
Press the red button on the buckle. )
Guide the seat belt as it rolls up.

The correspondin
g warning lamp 2or 3comes
on in red on the seat belt and passenger's front
airbag warning lamp display if the seat belt isnot fastened or is unfastened.



Seat belt unfastened warning lamp
This warning lamp comes on, either on
the instrument panel or on the seat belt
and passenger's front airbag warning lamp display, when one or more rear passengers unfasten their seat belt.
From approximately 12 mph (20 km/h), this warning lamp flashes for two minutes accompanied by an audible signal
of increasing volume. Once these two minutes have elapsed, this warning lamp remains on until the one or
more rear passengers fasten their seat belt.

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In order to be effective, a seat belt must:- be tightened as close to the body aspossible, - be pulled in front of you with a smoothmovement, 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 modified to avoid affecting its performance.
In accordance with current safety regulations, for all repairs on your vehicle, go to a qualified workshop with the skills andequipment needed, which a CITROËN dealer is able to provide. Have your seat belts checked regularly bya CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop,particularly if the straps show signs of damage.Clean the seat belt straps with soapy water or a textile cleaning product, sold byCITROËN dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or rear bench seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned and reeled in correctly.


Recommendations for children

Use a suitable child seat if the passenger is less than 12 years old or shor ter thanone 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 the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and seriousnessof the impact
, the pretensioning device may be deployed before and independently of the airbags. Deployment of the pretensionersis accompanied by a slight discharge of harmless smoke and a noise, due to the activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge incorporated in the system.

In all cases, the airbag warning lamp comes on.
Following an impact, have the seat beltssystem checked, and if necessary replaced, by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop.

The driver must ensure that passengers usethe seat belts correctly and that they are allrestrained securely before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle, always fasten your seat belt, even for shor t
journeys.
Do not interchange the seat belt buckles asthey will not fulfil their role fully.
The seat belts are fitted with an inertia reel permitting automatic adjustment of the lengthof the strap to your size. The seat belt isstowed automatically when not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the seatbelt is reeled in correctly.
The lower part of the strap must bepositioned as low as possible on the pelvis.
The upper par t must be positioned in the hollow of the shoulder.
The inertia reels are fitted with an automatic locking device which comes into operation inthe event of a collision, emergency braking or if the vehicle rolls over. You can releasethe device by pulling firmly on the strap and releasing it so that it reels in slightly.

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Rear parking sensors System comprising four proximity sensors, located in the rear bumper.
This detects obstacles
(person, vehicle, tree, gate, etc.) behind the vehicle. However, itcannot detect obstacles located just below thebumper. Activation
The system is activated as soon as reverse gear is engaged, accompanied by an audiblesignal. The proximity information is given by:
- an audible signal, which becomes more
rapid as the vehicle approaches the
obstacle,
- a
graphic in the multifunction screen, with
blocks which become increasingly closer to
the vehicle (depending on version).
Detection zone

When the distance between the rear of thevehicle and the obstacle is less than thirtycentimetres, the audible signal becomescontinuous and the "Danger" symbol appears
in the multifunction screen.
On completion of the manoeuvre, when you exit
reverse gear, the system becomes inactive. An object, such as a stake, a roadworks cone or any other similar object may be detected at the beginning of themanoeuvre, but may no longer be detected when the vehicle comes close to it.
The parking sensors system cannot, in any circumstances, take the place of the vigilance and responsibility of thedriver.

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Removing a wheel

List of operations
)Remove the bolt cover from each of the bolts using the tool 3(with allow wheels
only). )Fit the security socket 4to thewheelbrace 1to slacken the security bolt(if your vehicle has them).)Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1only.
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not block traffic: the ground must be level, stable and non-slippery. Apply the parking brake, switch off theignition and engage first gear to lock the wheels.If necessary, place a chock under the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel tobe changed. You must ensure that the occupants getout of the vehicle and wait where theyare safe. Never go underneath a vehicle raisedusing a jack; use an axle stand.

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Fuse N°RatingFunctions
F
820 A Multifunction screen, audio system, navigation radio.
F
930 A Audio system (aftermarket), 12 V socket.
F1
015 A Steering wheel controls.
F1115 A
Ignition, diagnostic socket.
F12 15 A
Rain / sunshine sensor, trailer rela
y unit.
F1
35 A Main stop switch, engine relay unit.
F1415 A Parking assistance control unit, seat belt unfastened warninglamp, airbag control unit, instrument panel, air conditioning,USB Box.
F1
530 A Locking.
F1
6- Not used.
F1740 A
Rear screen and door mirrors demist/defrost.
S
H- PA RC shunt.

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Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed under the boot floor.
To gain access to it:)open the boot, )remove the adjustable boot floor, )lift up the boot carpet, )remove the towing eye from the tool holder.
Procedure for havin
g your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your country. Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle. The person at the wheel of the towed vehicle must have a valid driving licence.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited. When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or steering. In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service: - vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road, - 4 wheel drive vehicle, - when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or releasethe parking brake,- towing with only two wheels on the ground, - where there is no approved towing bar available...

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
QUESTIONANSWER SOLUTION
Some characters in themedia information are not displayed correctly while playing. The audio s
ystem does not display some types of characters. Use standard characters to name tracks and
folders.
Pla
ying of streaming fi lesdoes not start. The peripheral device connected does not support automatic play. Start the playback from the device.
Th
e names of tracks and
the track length are notdisplayed on the screen
when streaming audio. The Bluetooth profi le does not allow the transfer of this information.
The qualit
y of receptionof the radio station
listened to graduallydeteriorates or the stored stations do not function(no sound, 87.5 Mhz is
displayed...). The vehicle is too
far from the transmitter used by the station listened
to or there is no transmitter in the geographical area through which the
vehicle is travelling.
Activate the "RDS" function by means of theshort-cut menu to enable the system to check
whether there is a more powerful transmitter in thegeographical area.
The environment
(hills, buildings, tunnels, basement car parks...) block reception, including in RDS mode. This phenomenon is normal and does not indicate
a fault with the audio system.
The aerial is absent or has been dama
ged (for example when goingthrough a car wash or into an underground car park). Have the aerial checked by a CITROËN dealer.
I
cannot fi nd some radiostations in the list of stations received.The station is not received or its name has chan
ged in the list.
Some radio stations send other information in place of their name (the
title of the song for example).
The s
ystem interprets this information as the name of the station. The name of the radio station changes.