overheating CITROEN C-ELYSÉE 2017 Handbook (in English)

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Prolonged use at the is not recommended
for those with sensitive skin.
There is a risk of burns for people whose
perception of heat is impaired (illness,
taking medication, etc.).
There is a risk of overheating the system if
material with insulating properties is used,
such as cushions or seat covers.
Do not use the system:
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i
f wearing damp clothing,
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i
f child seats are fitted.
To avoid breaking the heating element in
the seat:
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d
o not place heavy objects on the
seat,
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d
o not kneel or stand on the seat,
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d
o not place sharp objects on the
seat,
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d
o not spill liquids onto the seat.
To avoid the risk of short-circuit:
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d
o not use liquid products for cleaning
the seat,
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n

ever use the heating function when
the seat is damp.
Rear bench seat
Depending on the version, your vehicle is equipped with one of these three bench seats:
- F ixed bench seat.
For removing and refitting it, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
-
B
ench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and split folding backrest (left hand 2/3,
right hand 1/3):
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w

ith fixed head restraints.
-
w

ith adjustable head restraints.
Folding the backrest
F If necessary, move the corresponding front seat forward.
F

C
heck that the corresponding seat belt is
positioned correctly against the backrest
and buckle it. F

P
ull the strap 1 to release the seat
backrest 2 .
F

F
old the seat back 2 on to the cushion.
Ease of use and comfort

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Driving recommendations
Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your
hands on the wheel so that you are ready to
react at any time to any eventuality.
On a long journey, a break every two hours is
strongly recommended.
In difficult weather, drive smoothly, anticipate
the need to brake and increase the distance
from other vehicles.
Driving on flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage
to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the
electrical systems of your vehicle.
Important!
Never drive with the parking brake applied
- Risk of overheating and damage to the
braking system!
Risk of fire!
As the exhaust system of your vehicle
is very hot, even several minutes after
switching off the engine, do not park or run
the engine over areas where inflammable
substances and materials are present:
grass, leaves, etc.
Never leave a vehicle unsupervised with
the engine running. If you have to leave
your vehicle with the engine running, apply
the parking brake and put the gearbox into
neutral or position N or P, depending on
the type of gearbox.
If you are obliged to drive through water:
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c

heck that the depth of water does not
exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves
that might be generated by other users,
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d

eactivate the Stop & Start system,
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d

rive as slowly as possible without stalling.
Under no circumstances exceed 7 mph
(10


km/h),
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d

o not stop and do not switch off the
engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as
circumstances allow, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt on the state of your vehicle, contact
a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Driving