battery CITROEN C4 AIRCROSS 2011 Owner's Manual

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Driving
The system is reactivated automatically at every new star t using the key or the STA R T/STOP button.

Reactivation

Press the "AS&G OFF"switch again.
The s
ystem is active again; this is confirmed by
the "AS &G O FF "
warning lamp going off in the
instrument panel or instrument panel screen.
Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction with the system,
the "AS&G OFF"warning lamp flashes in theinstrument panel or instrument panel screen,and the system no longer operates.
have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
This system requires a specific battery with a special specification and technology (reference numbersavailable from a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop).
Fitting a battery not listed by CITROËN
introduces the risk o
f malfunction of the system.

Maintenance

The "Auto Stop & Go" system makes use of advanced technology. All work on this type of battery must be doneonly by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
In the event o
f a fault in STOP mode, the
vehicle may stall. The following warning lampscome on in the instrument panel or instrumentpanel screen:
It is then necessar
y to switch off the ignition,
then restart the engine using the key or theSTA R T/STOP button.

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Visibility

Rear courtesy lamp


Position 1 "ON"

The cour tesy lamp is permanently on.
Position 2 "●"
The cour tesy lamp comes on when a door or
the tailgate is opened. When the door or the
tailgate is closed again, the lighting gradually
dims for a few seconds before switching off.
However, the cour tesy lamp is switched off immediately in the following cases:
- When the doors and the tailgate are closed and the ignition switch is placed in
the "ON"position.
- When the doors and the tailgate are closed
and you lock the vehicle.
Position 3 "OFF"
The cour tesy lamp is permanently off.

Courtesy lamps automatic
switch off
The duration of lighting of the rear courtesy lamps can be configured viathe colour screen "Equipment" menu. With the en
gine off, the cour tesy lamps,
map reading lamps and boot lamp switch off automatically after 30 minutes to prevent
discharging of the battery.
The cour tesy lamps are switched on again if
the ignition switch is placed in the "ON"
or "ACC"
position, if you open then close a door or the tailgate or if you use the remote control.

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Practical information











12 V battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access to it:)open the bonnet using the interior release lever, then the exterior safety catch,
)secure the bonnet stay,
Access to the battery
Procedure for charging your battery when it is flat or for star ting the engine using another battery and jump leads.
) remove the retaining pins A , )
remove the protective cover B,)remove the retaining pins C , )remove the air duct D.

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necessary (see "Checking levels").


Starting using another
battery
)
Connect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of the flat battery A
, then to the
positive terminal (+) of the slave battery B.
) Connect one end of the green or blackcable to the negative terminal (-) of the slave battery B.)
Connect the other end of the green or black cable to the ear th point C
on your vehicle(engine mounting). )
Operate the starter, let the engine run.)
Wait until the engine returns to idle anddisconnect the cables.

)Raise the protective cover on the (+)terminal.

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The batteries contain harmful substancessuch as sulphuric acid and lead. Theymust be disposed of in accordancewith regulations and must not, in any circumstances, be discarded withhousehold waste. Ta k e used remote control batteries andvehicle batteries to a special collection point.
Do not reverse the polarity and use only a 12 V charger. Do not disconnect the terminals while the engine is running. Do not charge the batteries without disconnecting the terminals first.Do not push the vehicle to star t the engine if it is fitted with a CVT gearbox.

It is advisable to disconnect the battery if the vehicle is to be left unused for more than one month.
Before disconnectingthe battery
Wait 2 minutes after switching off theignition before disconnecting the battery. Close the windows and the doors before disconnecting the battery.
Following reconnection of the battery
Following reconnection of the battery, switch on the ignition and wait 1 minutebefore starting to permit initialisation of theelectronic systems. However, if problemsremain following this operation, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

)Disconnect the battery from the vehicle, if necessary. )Follow the instructions for use provided by
the manufacturer of the charger.
)Reconnect starting with the negative
terminal (-). )Check that the terminals and connectors are clean. If they are covered with sulphate (whitish or greenish deposit), remove themand clean them.
Charging the battery using
a battery charger

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Checks
fluids and the replacement of cer taincomponents.














Petrol engines
1.
Screenwash and headlamp wash fluidreservoir.2.
Coolant header tank.3.
Brake fluid reservoir.4.
Battery. 5.
Fusebox.
6.Air filter.
7. Engine oil dipstick. 8.Engine oil filler cap.
1.6 litre 115
2.0 litre 150

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Checks
checking the levels of the various fluids, for
replacing cer tain components and for primingthe fuel system.














Diesel engines
1.
Screenwash and headlamp wash fluidreservoir.2.Coolant reservoir.3.Brake fluid reservoir.4.
Battery.
5. Fusebox.
6.Air filter.
7. Engine oil dipstick.8.Engine oil filler cap.9.
Priming pump * . 1.6HDi 110
1.8 HDi 150
*

According to engine.

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Checks






Checks
12 V battery


Electrolyte level

For access to the battery, refer to the"12V bat tery" section.
The electrolyte level must bebetween the "LOWER LEVEL" and "UPPER LEVEL" marks.
Refer to the servicin
g booklet for
details of the replacement inter vals
for these components.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Replace the oil filter each time the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the replacement inter val for
this component.
Oil filter
If necessary, top up using distilled water,
removing the battery cap from each cell.
Check the electrolyte level at least once a month.
When carrying out work on the battery, refer
to "12V battery" section for details of the
precautions to be taken before disconnectingthe battery and following its reconnection.
Unless other wise indicated, check these components in accordance with the ser vicin
g booklet and according to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Dependin
g on the environment (e.g. dustyatmosphere) and the use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving), replace them twice as often if necessary.y A clogged passenger compar tment filter mayhave an adverse effect on the performance
of the air conditioning system and generate undesirable odours.

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AUDIO-TELEMATIC system

The system is protected in such a way that it will onlyoperate in your vehicle.

01 First steps - Control panel


For safety reasons, the driver must carry out operations
which require prolonged attention while the vehicle is stationary.
When the en
gine is switched off and to prevent
discharging of the battery, the system switches off following the activation of the energy economy mode.



CONTENTS

02 General operation

03 Navigation - Guidance

04 Audio / Video

05 Settings

06 Information

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08 BLUETOOTH
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streaming - telephone

09 BLUETOOTH
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AUDIO-CD system


The system is protected in such a way that it will onlyoperate in your vehicle.

01 First steps - Control panel


For safety reasons, the driver must carry out operations
which require prolonged attention while the vehicle is stationary.
When the en
gine is switched off and to prevent
discharging of the battery, the system switches off following the activation of the energy economy mode.



CONTENTS

02 Steering mounted controls

03 General operation

04 Radio

05 Music media players

06 USB player

07 BLUETOOTH
®
streaming

08 BLUETOOTH
®
telephone

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