steering Citroen C4 AIRCROSS 2014 1.G Owner's Guide

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Cruise control


System which automatically maintains the vehicle speed at the value programmed by the driver, without any action on the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is switched on
manually:
the vehicle speed must be at least 25 mph
(40 km/h) and second gear or higher must be
engaged in the case of a manual gearbox.
The cruise control is switched off
manually, by
an action on the brake or clutch pedal or if the
ASC system is triggered.
The programmed speed can be exceeded
temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.
The cruise control cannot, in any
circumstances, take the place of the
need to comply with speed limits or of the
vigilance and responsibility of the driver. The controls of this system are grouped
together on the steering wheel.


1.
"ON/OFF"
button: activation / deactivation
of the cruise control mode.

2.
"COAST SET"
button: store a driving
speed and decrease the cruising speed.

3.
"ACC R ES "
button: increase the cruising
speed and recall the stored speed.

4.
"CANCEL"
button: stop control of the
vehicle's speed.



Steering mounted controls

When you press button 1
, the "CRUISE"

indicator comes on in the instrument panel.


Display in the instrument panel


Programming



)
Press button 1
.

)
Set the programmed speed by
accelerating to the required speed, then
press button 2 "COAST SET"
.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
release the accelerator pedal.
Switching off the ignition cancels any
programmed speed value.

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Direction indicators



)
Left: lower the lighting stalk passing the
point of resistance.

)
Right: raise the lighting stalk passing the
point of resistance.








Three fl ashes of the direction
indicators


)
Press briefly upwards or downwards, without
going beyond the point of resistance; the
direction indicators will flash 3 times.









Hazard warning lamps

A visual warning by means of the direction
indicators to alert other road users to a vehicle
breakdown, towing or accident.


)
Press this button, the direction indicators
flash.
They can operate with the ignition off.













Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on
the deceleration, the hazard warning lamps
come on automatically.
They switch off automatically the first time you
accelerate.


)
You can also switch them off by pressing
the button.







Horn

Audible warning system to alert other road
users to an imminent danger.


)
Press the central part of the steering
wheel.
Use the horn moderately and only in the
following circumstances:


- immediate danger,

- overtaking a cyclist or pedestrian,

- approaching a location lacking
visibility.

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Associated systems which guarantee the directional stability of the vehicle within the limits of the laws of physics:


- traction control (TCL),

- active stability control (ASC).



Traction control and active stability control

Traction control optimises traction to prevent
wheel spin, by acting on the brakes of the
driving wheels and on the engine.
Active stability control acts on the brake of one
or more wheels and on the engine to keep the
vehicle on the trajectory required by the driver.
Activation

These systems are activated automatically
each time the vehicle is started.
The illumination of this warning lamp
in the instrument panel indicates
that the ASC and TCL systems are
deactivated.



Deactivation

In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground, ...), it may be advisable to deactivate
the ASC system, so that the wheels can move
freely and regain grip.
This is indicated by flashing of this
symbol on the instrument panel
screen.






















Trajectory control systems



)
Press this button, located to the left of the
steering wheel, until the symbol appears in
the instrument panel screen.


Operation

They operate when the vehicle speed is higher
than 10 mph (15 km/h).
They come into operation in the event of a grip
or trajectory problem.

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Airbags


System designed to maximise the safety of the
occupants (with the exception of the rear centre
passenger) in the event of violent collisions.
The airbags supplement the action of the force-
limiting seat belts (with the exception of the
centre rear passenger).
If a collision occurs, the electronic detectors
record and analyse the front and side impacts
sustained in the impact detection zones:


- in the case of a serious impact, the airbags
are deployed instantly and contribute
towards better protection of the occupants
of the vehicle (with the exception of the
rear centre passenger); immediately after
the impact, the airbags deflate rapidly so
that they do not hinder visibility or the exit
of the occupants,

- in the case of a minor or rear impact
or in certain roll-over conditions, the
airbags will not be deployed; the seat belt
alone contributes towards ensuring your
protection in these situations.

The airbags do not operate when the
ignition is switched off.

This equipment will only deploy once.
If a second impact occurs (during the
same or a subsequent accident), the
airbag will not be deployed again. Deployment of the airbag(s) is
accompanied by a slight emission
of smoke and a noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge
incorporated in the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive
individuals may experience slight
irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result
in a slight loss of hearing for a short
time.



Impact detection zones



A.
Front impact zone.

B.
Side impact zone.










Front airbags


Deployment

The airbags are deployed, except the
passenger's front airbag if it is deactivated,
in the event of a serious front impact applied
to all or part of the front impact zone A
, in
the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a
horizontal plane and directed from the front to
the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the front
occupant of the vehicle and the dashboard to
cushion their for ward movement. System which protects the head and chest of
the driver and front passenger in the event of a
front impact.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the
steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is
fitted in the dashboard above the glove box.

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Knee airbag *


Deployment

It is deployed at the same time as the front
airbags.
System which protects the driver's knees in the
event of a serious front impact.
This airbag is fitted in the dashboard below the
steering column. System which protects the driver and
passenger in the event of a serious side impact
in order to limit the risk of injury to the chest.
Each lateral airbag is fitted in the front seat
back frame, on the door side.

Deployment

The lateral airbag is deployed unilaterally in the
event of a serious side impact applied to all or
part of the side impact zone B
, perpendicular
to the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a
horizontal plane and directed from the outside
towards the inside of the vehicle.
The lateral airbag inflates between the front
occupant of the vehicle and the corresponding
door trim panel.


Impact detection zones



A.
Front impact zone.

B.
Side impact zone.



*
According to country.







Lateral airbags

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Sit in a normal upright position.
Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
Do not leave anything between the
occupants and the airbags (a child, pet,
object...). This could hamper the operation of
the airbags or injure the occupants.
After an accident or if the vehicle has been
stolen or broken into, have the airbag
systems checked.
All work on the airbag system must be
carried out by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Even if all of the precautions mentioned
are obser ved, a risk of injury or of minor
burns to the head, chest or arms when an
airbag is deployed cannot be ruled out. The
bag inflates almost instantly (within a few
milliseconds) then deflates within the same
time discharging the hot gas via openings
provided for this purpose.








Knee airbag *

Do not sit with your knees any nearer to the
steering wheel than necessary.



Front airbags

Do not drive holding the steering wheel by its
spokes or resting your hands on the centre
part of the wheel.
Passengers must not place their feet on the
dashboard.
If possible, do not smoke as deployment of
the airbags can cause burns or the risk of
injury from a cigarette or pipe.
Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or
hit it violently.















For the airbags to be fully effective, observe the following safety rules:


Lateral airbags

Use only approved covers on the seats,
compatible with the deployment the lateral
airbags. For information on the range of seat
covers suitable for your vehicle, you can
contact a CITROËN dealer.
Refer to the "Accessories" section.
Do not fix or attach anything to the seat
backs (clothing...). This could cause injury
to the chest or arms if the lateral airbag is
deployed.
Do not sit with the upper part of the body any
nearer to the door than necessary.


* According to country.



Curtain airbags

Do not fix or attach anything to the roof. This
could cause injury to the head if the curtain
airbag is deployed.
If fitted on your vehicle, do not remove the
grab handles installed on the roof, they play
a part in securing the curtain airbags.


Avoid attaching a heavy object to the key as
it could become a dangerous projectile if the
airbag were deployed.

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Practical information
This kit is installed in the boot under the floor. Complete system consisting of a compressor
and a sealant cartridge which permits the
temporary repair
of a tyre so that you can
drive to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.



















Temporary puncture repair kit


Access to the kit



1.
12 V compressor with integral pressure
gauge, to measure and adjust the tyre
pressure.

For access to it:


)
Open the boot.

)
Lift and remove the floor.

)
Take out the kit.




Composition of the kit

The speed restriction sticker must be
affixed to the vehicle's steering wheel to
remind you that a wheel is in temporary
use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre
repaired using this type of kit.
2.
Sealant cartridge for the temporary repair
of a tyre.

3.
Replacement valve core.

4.
Valve core removal/fitting tool.

5.
Injection pipe.

6.
Suction pipe, to remove the sealant product
if necessary.

7.
Speed limit sticker.

The vehicle's electric system allows the
connection of a compressor for long
enough to inflate a tyre after a puncture
repair or for inflating a small inflatable
accessory.

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1. Sealing


Repair procedure


Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated into the tyre.


)
Stop the vehicle in as safe a location as
possible and on a level and stable sur face.

)
Apply the parking brake.

)
Place the gear lever in position R
for
vehicle with a manual gearbox, or in
position P
for vehicles fitted with a CVT
gearbox.

)
Switch off the ignition.

)
Indicate on the speed restriction sticker
provided, the wheel to be repaired, then fix
it to the steering wheel as a reminder that a
wheel is in temporary use.


)
Remove the valve cap for the tyre to be
repaired.

)
Remove the valve core using the tool
provided, and store in in a clean place.

)
Connect the injection pipe to the valve of
the tyre to be repaired.

)
Shake the sealant cartridge, remove the
cap and screw on the injection pipe.

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Dashboard fuses

The fusebox is located in the lower dashboard
(left-hand side).

Access to the fuses



)
Open the cover and remove it completely
by pulling it towards you.

Fuse N°



Rating



Functions




1
*

30 A

Cabin fan.


2



15 A

Brake lamps, third brake lamp.


3



10 A

Rear foglamps.


4



30 A

Windscreen wiper, screenwash.


6



20 A

Central locking, electric door mirrors.


7



15 A

Audio equipment, telematics, USB unit, Bluetooth system.


8



7.5 A

Remote control key, air conditioning control unit, instrument
panel, electric windows, rain and sunshine sensors, alarm,
switch panel, steering mounted controls.


9



15 A

Instrument panel and interior lighting.


10



15 A

Hazard warning lamps


11



15 A

Rear wiper.


12



7.5 A

Instrument panel, multifunction screen, parking sensors,
heated seats, heated rear screen, electric blind, automatic
headlamp adjustment.


13



15 A

Cigarette lighter, accessory socket.


15



20 A

Electric blind.


16



10 A

Door mirrors, audio equipment.

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Recovering the vehicle



Recover y of your vehicle


2 wheel drive (2WD) versions: towing
with the wheels on the ground



)
Put the gear lever into neutral (position N

for the CVT gearbox).

)
Unlock the steering by by turning the
ignition switch to the " ON
" position (or
to " ON
" mode for vehicle fitted with the
"Keyless Entry and Starting" system).

)
Release the parking brake.

)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.

)
Move off gently and travel slowly for a short
distance only.



General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in your
country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing
vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of
the towed vehicle and 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 ser vice:


- 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 release the parking
brake,

- towing with only two wheels on the
ground,

- where there is no approved towing
bar available...

Towing with the wheels on the ground
is only possible on 2 wheel drive (2WD)
versions.

)
Fit the towing bar to the towing eye on the
chassis, located under the front bumper.