boot Citroen C4 2008 1.G Owner's Manual

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Driver’s seat belt not fastened
This lamp comes on if the driver's seat belt is not fas-tened when the ignition is switched on and while the vehicle is moving at up to 20 km/h (approx. 12 mph)
Above 20 km/h (12 mph), the war-ning lamp fl ashes for about 120 se-conds, accompanied by an audible signal.
Passenger seat belt not fastened/unfastened
On switching on the ignition, the war-ning lamp comes on when the pas-senger’s seat belt is not fastened.
It goes out when the engine is run-ning, doors closed, after 30 se-conds.
Then it comes on, if the belt is not fastened, while the vehicle is moving at up to 20 km/h (approx. 12 mph).
Above 20 km/h (12 mph), the warning lamp fl ashes for about 120 seconds, accompanied by an audible signal.
Front passenger’s airbag deactivation warning lamp
(See "Safety").
Doors open detection
This warning lamp, when the engine is running, comes on if a door, the bonnet and/or the boot is open.
Front/side airbag fault warning lamp
(See "Safety").
Anti-lock Braking System
The ABS warning lamp li-ghts when the ignition is switched on and should go out after a few seconds.
If the warning lamp does not go out, there may be a system mal-function.
Diesel Preheater
Wait for it to go out before operating the starter.
Depollution system warning lamp
If it fl ashes or lights up while you are driving, this indica-tes a depollution system operating fault.
Urgently consult a CITROËN Dealer.
SERVICE warning lamp
If it comes on, this indi-cates a fault with one of the systems that do not have a specifi c warning lamp.
See the radio "Log of alerts" to dis-cover the origin of the corresponding alert message.
Child safety warning lamp
If child safety is activated, this warning lamp comes on then goes out approximately 10 seconds after starting the engine.

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The key operates all the vehicle’s locks as well as the ignition.
Note: For safety reasons, a buzzer will sound if you have switched off the ignition and opened the driver’s door without previously removing the ignition key.
The key is used to deactivate the pas-senger’s front airbag (see "Safety").
It is dangerous to deadlock the vehicle when someone is inside as unlocking from the interior is impossible (without the remote control).
In the event of loss of the keys go to a CITROËN dealer with proof of ownership of the vehicle.
The CITROËN dealer network will be able to recover the key code and the transponder code to order replacement keys.
Central locking using the key
A brief action with the key locks the vehicle.
Central deadlocking using the key
A second action straight away with the key deadlocks the vehicle. It is then impossible to open the doors from either inside or outside the vehicle.
A long action with the key closes the windows.
Note: With the vehicle stationary and the engine switched off, locking is signalled by the fl ashing of the interior locking control warning lamp.
If any of the doors, or the boot, is open or not properly closed, central locking does not operate.
KEYS
Electronic immobiliser
The key contains a coded electronic chip. When switching on, the code must be recognised to allow the engine to be started.
This electronic immobiliser locks the engine management system a few seconds after switching off the ignition, and prevents unauthorised starting of the engine.
For any modifi cation concerning the keys it is essential to contact a CITROËN dealer taking the keys it is the keys it all of the keys in your possession with you.
Advice
If the key is not recognised, starting is not possible.
If this occurs, leave your vehicle immobilised and contact a CITROËN If this occurs, leave your vehicle vehicle
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Note: The simultaneous use of other high frequency equipment (mobile telephones, domestic alarms...) may momentarily hinder the operation of the remote control.
In the event of a permanent fault, the remote control should be reini-tialised. (See next page).
It is dangerous to deadlock the vehicle when someone is inside as unlocking from the interior is impossible (without the remote control).
When closing the windows using the remote control, the user should make sure that nobody is obstructing the windows from shutting properly.
Central unlocking
A short press on button B unlocks your vehicle.
This operation is confi rmed by the rapid fl ashing of the direction indicators and the lighting of the interior lamp (if the function is activated). It can also deploy the exterior rear view mirrors.
Central locking, closing windows, deadlocking
- A short press on button A locks your vehicle.
- A long press on button A locks your vehicle and closes the windows.
This operation is confi rmed by the direction indicators illuminating for approx. two seconds and by the interior lamp switching off. This also folds the exterior rear view mirrors.
If any of the doors, or the boot, is open or not properly closed, central locking does not operate.
For vehicles equipped with dead-locking, two successive presses on button A deadlocks the vehicle.
It is then impossible to open the doors from either inside or outside the vehicle.
REMOTE CONTROL

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Arming the alarm using the remote control
Switch off the ignition and leave the vehicle.
Ensure that all doors and the boot are closed.
Lock the vehicle using button A on the remote control.
When the alarm is armed, the protections become active within 5 seconds (perimeter) and 45 seconds (volumetric).
Your vehicle may be equipped with an anti-intrusion alarm.
This ensures:

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Manual operation (emergency mode)
In the event of an electrical fault, it is possible to lock the vehicle’s doors by actioning control C on each door.
With the door open, insert the end of a key or similar item into the aperture and turn.
Close the door.
After a repair, normal functioning resumes using either the unlocking control B, the remote control, or the key used in the driver’s door.
Closing the tailgate
Lower the tailgate, using the 2 hand-hold zones located on the tailgate interior trim.
Removing your fi ngers, press down to close.
TAILGATE
Opening from the outside
Press upwards on lever 1 which is located between the number plate lamps.
Anti-theft security
In all cases, as soon as the vehicle is moving (at above approx. 10 km/h or 6 mph) the tailgate locks auto-matically. The tailgate unlocks when a door is opened or if the interior locking/unlocking button is pressed.
Emergency unlocking
If there is a problem with unlocking the tailgate, it can be unlocked from inside the boot:
- insert a screwdriver or similar tool into hole 2 of the lock,
- turn it in order to unlock the tailgate.

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Manual operation (emergency mode)
In the event of an electrical fault, it is possible to lock the vehicle’s doors by actioning control C on each door.
With the door open, insert the end of a key or similar item into the aperture and turn.
Close the door.
After a repair, normal functioning resumes using either the unlocking control B, the remote control, or the key used in the driver’s door.
Closing the tailgate
Lower the tailgate, using the 2 hand-hold zones located on the tailgate interior trim.
Removing your fi ngers, press down to close.
TAILGATE
Opening from the outside
Press upwards on lever 1 which is located between the number plate lamps.
Anti-theft security
In all cases, as soon as the vehicle is moving (at above approx. 10 km/h or 6 mph) the tailgate locks auto-matically. The tailgate unlocks when a door is opened or if the interior locking/unlocking button is pressed.
Emergency unlocking
If there is a problem with unlocking the tailgate, it can be unlocked from inside the boot:
- insert a screwdriver or similar tool into hole 2 of the lock,
- turn it in order to unlock the tailgate.

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1 - Spotlamps
A press on one of the buttons will switch the corresponding spotlamp on or off.
They will not come on if the ignition is switched off or the vehicle is in economy mode.
Automatic lighting of interior lamps
- When you enter the vehicle:
They come on immediately you unlock the vehicle or open a door.
They go out 30 seconds after doors have been closed, or after the ignition has been switched on.
- When you leave the vehicle:
They come on when you remove the ignition key (for about 30 sec-onds), or when a door is opened.
They go out after 30 seconds with the doors closed, or immediately the vehicle is locked.
In this position, the interior lamp comes on when you open a door or the boot.
In this position, it is deacti-vated and switched off per-manently.
In the front, the spotlamps are de-activated.
In this position, lighting is permanent.
2 - Front and rear interior lamps
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Welcome lighting

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Glovebox lighting
Comes on automatically when the cover is opened.
Do not forget to close it again. Does not work with the ignition off.
Boot lighting
Operates automatically on opening the tailgate.
Sill lighting
These light up automatically with the interior lamps.

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Luggage securing rings
Use the 2 side fi xings at the rear, as well as the 6 anchoring rings on the boot fl oor and the rear seat backrest, to secure your loads.
For safety reasons, in case of hard braking, heavy objects should be placed as far forward as possible.
Protective net
This helps to secure objects stowed in the boot.
BOOT
Boot hook
Removing the rear shelf (3- door model)
- Detach the cords.
- Carefully lift then pull, tilting it slightly on one side.
Removing the rear shelf (5- door model)
- Detach the cords.
- Carefully lift then pull.
Avoid using the rear shelf for heavy or hard items.
These could be dangerous if thrown around during harsh braking or, if they touch the rear screen, could damage the heating elements.

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ISOFIX anchoring points and the ISOFIX fastening system
The lateral rear seat positions are equipped with the ISOFIX regulation anchorages.
Some ISOFIX child seats also have a top belt, which is for attaching on the ISOFIX "top" ring c.
To attach the top belt, raise the head restraint of the vehicle seat, then pass the buckle between the two supports. Next fi x the buckle on the "top" ring c and tension the top belt.
In all cases, the head restraint has to be raised to the maximum.
This fi xing system is intended for children weighing up to 18 kg.
There are 3 rings for each seat position:
- Two "bottom" rings a and b located between the backrest and the vehicle seat. These are about 28 cm apart.
- One "top" ring c located in the boot between the wheelarch and the seat backrest.
ISOFIX child seats have two latches which are easy to secure on the two "bottom" rings a and b.