key Citroen C3 PLURIEL 2007.5 1.G User Guide

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Locking from the inside
A press on the control A operates the electric central locking and unlocking, provided all the doors are closed.
It is still possible to open the doors from the inside.
If one of the doors, or the rear screen or the tailgate, is open or not properly closed, then the cen-tral locking does not operate.
The warning lamp associated with the control A signals 3 statuses:Alt fl ashes when the ignition key is in the stop position or when the key is not detected and the doors are locked.It lights up when the ignition key is in the “accessories” position or “ignition + engine running” or starter position and if the door s are locked.
It goes out when the doors are not locked.Note: Control A is inactive if the vehicle has been locked using t he remote control or the key.
Anti-theft
As soon as the vehicle reaches a speed of around 10 km/h (approx. 6 mph), the rear screen and the tailgate lock automatically. The rear screen and the tailgate unlock when a door is opened or when you press the locking/unlocking button.
Anti-theft protection
On starting the vehicle, the system automatically locks the doors as soon as you reach approximately 10 km/h (approx. 6 mph).Note: If a door has been opened, this will lock again aut omatically when the vehicle reaches approx. 10 km/h (approx. 6 mph).
Activation / Deactivation of the function
After switching on the ignition, give a long press on the central unlocking button until a message is displayed.



Manual operation (Emergency mode)
It is possible to lock the vehicle’s doors, in the event of an electrical malfunction, by actioning control Bon each door.
With the door open, insert for example the end of a key into the cavity and turn.
Then close the door.
After a repair, normal functioning resumes by means of the unlock-ing control A, the remote control or the key used in the driver’s door.
If you decide to drive with the doors locked, remember that in the event of an accident t h i s r e n d e r s a c c e s s more difficult for the emergency services.
A C C E S S
A N T I - T H E F T A N D A N T I - I N T R U S I O N P R O T E C T I O N

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A U T O M A T I C A I R C O N D I T I O N I N G
1. Automatic operation
This is the normal operating mode for the system.
A press on this button, confi rmed by “AUTO” on the display, assures auto-matic control of:The air fl ow.
The cabin temperature. The air distribution.
Air recirculation.
Air conditioning.
To revert to manual mode, press again on the button.




2. Display
3. Temperature adjustment
To obtain the desired temperature, press the appropri-ate key:
- To lower the temperature.
+ To raise the temperature.
An adjustment around 22°C will give you a temperature that is comfortable.
You may wish to vary this between 20°C and 24°C according to your preference.
HI (high): Demand for maximum heat.
LO (low): Demand for maximum cold.Note: When starting from cold, in order to prevent unwanted cold air, the air fl ow will increase only gradually to its optimum level.
On entering the vehicle after a prolonged stop, when the interior temperature has again become too cold (or too hot) for comfort, do not alter the tempera-ture setting to try and restore the desired comfort level. The system automatically uses all of its power to compensate the temperature gap as quickly as possible.



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A I R B A G S
In the front passenger's seat position, it is imperative to deactivate the front passenger's airbag if you are installing a “r ear-facing” child seat there. Otherwise the child risks being killed or serio usly injured should the airbag deploy.
Front passenger's airbag deactivation
In order to be able to use a rear-facing child seat in the front passenger's seat position, it is imperative to deactivate the passenger's airbag.
For that:With the ignition switched off, insert the key into the switch A.
Turn the key to the “OFF” position, the passenger's airbag is deactivated.
The front passenger's airbag deactivation warning lamp, in th e instrument panel, lights up when you switch on the ignition.
Reactivating the front passenger's airbag
Do not forget to reactivate the function.
For that:With the ignition switched off, insert the key into the switch A.
Turn the key to the “ON” position, the airbag is activated.
The warning lamp in the instrument panel lights up for a f ew seconds when you switch on the ignition.







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C H I L D R E S T R A I N T S
The RÖMER Duo ISOFIX (1):
This child seat is approved for children from 9 to 18 kg. It must be installed only in the “forward-facing” position. The use of the top belt, called Top Tether, is not necessary. If the RÖMER Duo ISOFIX is installed in a rear only in the “forward-facing” position. The use of the top belt, called Top position.
seat position, the corresponding front seat should be adjuste d so that the child’s feet are not touching the front seat backrest.
These child seats can also be installed in seat positions that are not equipped with ISOFIX anchorages. In this case, they must be secured to the vehicle seat by means of the vehicle seat belt.
(1) On the ISOFIX anchorages, only the isofi x child seats that are specifi -cally approved for your vehicle are authorised.
Child seats secured by means of the vehicle seat belt
In conformity with Directive 2000/3, the table tells you to what extent each of the seat positions in your vehicle may take a child seat tha t is secured by means of the vehicle seat belt and approved as “Universal” as a f unction of the weight of the child.
Seat position(s)Weight of child
< 13 kg(groups 0 and 0+)9 - 18 kg (group 1)15 - 25 kg (group 2)22 - 36 kg (group 3)
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KEY TO THE TABLEU: Seat position suitable for the installation of a universal rear-facing child seat and a universal forward-facing child sea t posi-tion.(a): In the front passenger's seat position, it is imperative to deactivate the front passenger's airbag if you are installing a “rear-fac-ing” child seat there. Otherwise the child risks being killed o r seriously injured should the airbag deploy.
Take care to comply with the fi tting instructions given in the child seat manufacturer’s installation guide.
ISOFIX anchoring points and the ISOFIX fastening system
The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with ISOFIX anchoring points. These consist of 2 rings located between the backrest and the vehicle seat, approx. 28 cm apart.
ISOFIX child seats are equipped with 2 latches which are eay to attach to these rings.
Incorrect installation of a child seat in a vehicle compromises protec-tion of the child in the event of a collision.
The ISOFIX system enables you to minimise the risks posed by incor-rect fi tting. The ISOFIX fastening system gives you a convenient, strong and reliable fi tting for a child seat in your vehicle.
The ISOFIX child seats approved (1) for your vehicle are:
The KIDDY ISOFIX (1):
Only the “forward-facing” position, for a child of 9 to 18 kg, should be used on your vehicle’s ISOFIX anchorages. In this case, adjust the corresponding front seat as far forward as possible.

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PAY ESPECIAL ATTENTION TO WHERE CHILDREN ARE WHEN OPERATING THE SUN ROOF
Always remove the ignition key when leaving the vehicle, even if for a short time.
In the event of anything being caught by the sun ro of closing, you must reverse the roof movement.
To do that, reverse the position of the control concerned.
When the driver is operating the sun roof, he or she must always make sure that the passengers are not preventing it from closing properly.
The driver must ensure that passengers use the sun roof control correctly.
If making repeated movements, you are advised to have the engine running in order to avoid discharging the battery.
Safety devices for prevention of damage to the soft roof:It is impossible to slide the soft roof when the rear screen is open or not properly closed.
The rear screen opening control is inoperational while the so ft roof is sliding.It is impossible to slide the soft roof when the vehicle is travelling at high speed.
Stowing of the rear cassette is possible only if the roof is fully slid onto the rear screen.
Sliding of the roof is possible only if the cassette is correctly secured in the high position on the arches, and down against the CITROËN lettering. See the change from Cabriole t to Saloon confi guration.Sliding of the roof is possible only if the cassette is correctly secured in the high position on roof is possible
If a command on your part is not obeyed, you hear 3 beeps.
Maintenance of the sliding soft roof:If washing the roof with a high pressure jet (90 bars), keep the jet nozzle at least 40 cm away from the vehicle.If washing by hand, use a sponge or soft brush wth soapy wate r.
Never use detergents or products that are corrosive, or acetone or alcohol based products.
See USER PRECAUTIONS.
Never open the rear screen if the roof is partially slid onto the rear screen. To prevent any damage to the soft roof slide rails, make sure that they remain clean and free of sand, dust, etc.






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B O O T C O M P A R T M E N T C O V E R
This movable cover consists of the main section and two side covers that are secured on the cover’s inner face.
The main section enables the boot to be closed off in Cabriolet or Spi-der confi guration.
The side covers the bases of the arches when in Spider confi gura-tion.A. Positioning the boot compart-ment cover:Place yourself at one sde of the vehicle.
Unlock and tilt the rear seat backrest.
Lift the boot cover on one side then remove it from the boot.



B. Tilt the boot cover as shown and place the pin 1 in its hous-ing. Then fl ex the boot cover to place the other pin in the opposite housing.
C. Engage the pins in their hous-ings by pulling the boot cover rearwards.Reposition the rear seat.
Note:The tailgate is locked automatically as soon as the vehicle reaches a speed of approx. 10 km/h (6 mph).
To gain access to the boot, vehicle stationary, unlock the vehicle either by opening a door or by using the remote control or the key.



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R E F U E L L I N G
To open the fl ap, pull at the edge.
Locking fi ller cap
Turn the key a quarter turn to lock and unlock the fi ller cap.
When refuelling, place the cap in the support provided on the inside of the fi ller fl ap.
For a petrol engine with a cata-lytic converter, unleaded fuel is compulsory.
The fi ller neck is narrower to ensure that only unleaded petrol can be put in.
When you are seeking to fi ll your tank, do not persist after the third cut-off ; that could cause your vehicle to malfunction.
Fuel tank capacity (in litres): Approx. 47.
If you should put in fuel that is not suitable for your vehicle's engine type, it is imperative to have the tank drained be fore you start the engine again.
FUEL QUALITY
A label inside the fi ller fl ap tells you which type of fuel to use.
UNLEADED PETROLDIESEL FUEL
The petrol engines are designed to run on RON 95.
However, for better performance (petrol engine), we recommend RON 98.

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T O W I N G – L I F T I N G
Towing with wheels on the ground
Towing eye fi xings are located at the front and at the rear of the vehicle.
To access them:Carefully lift the access cover.Release it by pressing on the lower part.
A lug keeps the cover attached to the bumper, so that it do es not become lost.
The ignition key must be in position M to retain steering.
Use a bar with attachments to the towing eyes as above.

Movable towing eye
The towing ring is detachable and can be fi tted either at the front or at the rear of the vehicle. It is stowed in the jack's protective holder in the spare wheel.
When the engine is not running, the steering and the bra king are no longer assisted.
If you are towing another vehicle, the latter must be free-wheeling (gearbox in neutral).
Advice
Towing at low speed over a very short distance is authorised in exceptional cases depending on the regulations in force.
Otherwise, it is necessary to have your vehicle transported on a recovery truck.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN TOW-ING SENSODRIVE GEARBOX
Place the selector on position N (neutral).

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ON / O FFWith the key in Drive position M, press on control A to switch the radio on or off.
Note :If the radio was on the last time you switched of f the ignition, it will resume automatically when you switch on the ignition again. You will not have to press on control A.After switching off the ignition, you can still operate the audio system even without the ignition key being present. Simply press on button A. The system will turn itself off after approx.30minutes.
ANTI -THEFT SYSTEMThis radio is c oded in such a way as to function only on your par ticular vehicle. It would be unusable if installed on any other vehicle.
Note :T he ant i - t hef t system i s auto m at i c an d requires no action on your part.

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MANUAL PRE -SETTINGSelect the waveband and memor y bank required using button E.Select a station using either automatic or manual search.Keep pressing for more than two seconds on one of the pre-selection buttons 1 to 6on the keypad P.The sound momentarily cuts off, then returns to its previous level to confi rm that it has memorised the station.
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A UTOMATIC MEMORISATION OF TRANS -MITTERS (AUTOSTORE FUNCTION )In FM, if you hold down button E for more than two seconds, your radio will automati-cally memorise the 6 strongest stations on the FM3 memory bank.The display shows “FM AST”.The radio memorises the 6 strongest trans-mit ters, deleting the 6 previously memo -rised.After the memorisation, the radio goes directly to memory 1 of memory bank FM3.
Note :If the traf f ic infor mation f unc tion has b e e n a c t i vat e d (s e e R D S SYST E M), the stations of fering this facility will be memorised as priority.If it is unable to memorise any new sta-tions, the system will retain the previously memorised stations.If the system is unable to fi nd 6 stations, the unf illed memor y slots will remain free.