CITROEN C-ELYSÉE 2018 Handbook (in English)

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Rear bench seat
Depending on the version, your vehicle is
equipped with one of these three bench seats:
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F
ixed bench seat.
-

B
ench seat with fixed one-piece cushion
and split folding backrest (2/3 -1/3) with
fixed head restraints.
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B
ench seat with fixed one-piece cushion
and split folding backrest (2/3 -1/3) with
adjustable head restraints.
To remove and refit the fixed bench seat,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Folding the backrest
F If necessary, move the corresponding front seat forward.
Returning the backrest to
the normal position
When repositioning the seat backrest,
take care not to trap the seat belts.
Ensure that the backrest has latched
properly into place.
Adjustable head restraints
These have a position for use (up) and a
stowed position (down).
They can be removed and are interchangeable
side to side.
To remove a head restraint:
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be fitted and correctly
adjusted.
F

P
ull the head restraint upwards to the stop.
F

P
ress on lug A .
F

S

traighten the seat backrest 2

and secure it.
F

U

nfasten and reposition the seat belt on the
side of the backrest.
F
Check that the corresponding seat belt is positioned correctly against the backrest and fasten it.
F Pull the strap 1 to release the seat
backrest 2 .
F

F
old the backrest 2 on to the cushion.
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Steering wheel adjustment
As a safety precaution, these operations
should only be carried out while the
vehicle is stationary.
Mirrors
Door mirrors
Demisting – Defrosting
Demisting-defrosting of the door
mirrors operates with the engine
running, by switching on the heated
rear screen.
For more information on Demisting and
defrosting the rear screen , refer to the
corresponding section.
Manual model
Adjustment
Folding
F Fold the mirror manually to protect it when the vehicle is parked.
Unfolding
F Unfold it before moving off again.
F

W

hen stationary
, lower the control stalk to
release the steering wheel.
F

A

djust the height to suit your driving
position.
F

P

ull the control stalk to lock the steering
wheel adjustment mechanism. Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass
allowing for the lateral rear vision necessary for
overtaking or parking. They can also be folded
for parking in confined spaces.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should
be adjusted to reduce the blind spots.
The objects obser ved are, in reality, closer
than they appear.
Take this into account in order to
correctly judge the distance of vehicles
approaching from behind. F
O
perate the lever in the four directions to
adjust the angle of the mirror glass.
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Electric model
Adjustment
F Move the control A to the right or to the left to select the corresponding mirror.
F

M
ove the control in all four directions to
adjust.
F

R
eturn the control to the central position.
Manual folding
You can manually fold the mirrors (parking
obstruction, narrow garage, etc.)
F
T
urn the mirror towards the vehicle.
Rear view mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which
darkens the mirror glass and reduces the
nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,
headlamps of other vehicles, etc.
Adjustment
F Adjust the mirror so that the mirror is directed correctly in the "day" position.
Day / night position
F Pull the lever to change to the "night" anti-dazzle position.
F

P
ush the lever to change to the normal
"day" position.
Heating / Ventilation
This system operates only with the engine
running.
1 Temperature.
2 A ir f low.
3 Air distribution.
4 Air intake / Air recirculation.
Temperature
F Turn the thumb wheel from
blue (cold) to red (hot) to adjust
the temperature to your liking.
Air flow
F Turn the thumb wheel to obtain a comfortable air flow.
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Deactivation
If you put the air flow control in the 0 position,
t he temperature is no longer controlled.
A slight flow of air can still be felt, resulting from
the for ward movement of the vehicle.
Air distribution
Windscreen and side windows.
Windscreen, side windows and
footwells.
Footwells.
Centre and side air vents,
footwells.
Central and side vents.
The air distribution can be adapted
by placing the thumb wheel in an
intermediate position or by closing
the vents.
Air intake / Air recirculation
Recirculation of the interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from exterior odours
and fumes.
Return to exterior air intake as soon as possible
to avoid deterioration of the air quality and the
formation of mist.
F

M
ove the manual control to the
left for the "Recirculation of
interior air" position.
F

M
ove the manual control to the
right to return to the "Exterior air
intake" position.
Manual air conditioning
(without display screen)
This system operates only with the engine
running.
1 Temperature.
2 A ir f low.
3 Air distribution.
4 Air intake / Air recirculation.
5 Air conditioning.
Temperature
F Turn the thumb wheel from
blue (cold) to red (hot) to adjust
the temperature to your liking.
Air flow
F Turn the thumb wheel to obtain a comfortable air flow.
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Deactivation
If you put the air flow control in the 0 position,
t he temperature is no longer controlled.
A slight flow of air can still be felt, resulting from
the for ward movement of the vehicle.
Air distribution
Windscreen and side windows.
Windscreen, side windows and
footwells.
Footwells.
Centre and side air vents,
footwells.
Central and side vents.
The air distribution can be adapted
by placing the thumb wheel in an
intermediate position or by closing
the vents.
Air intake / Air recirculation
Recirculation of the interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from exterior odours
and fumes.
Return to exterior air intake as soon as possible
to avoid deterioration of the air quality and the
formation of mist.
F

M
ove the manual control to the
left for the "Recirculation of
interior air" position.
F

M
ove the manual control to the
right to return to the "Exterior air
intake" position.
Air conditioning
The air conditioning is designed to operate
efficiently in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It allows you:
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i
n summer, to lower the temperature,
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i
n winter, to increase the effectiveness of
the demisting, above 3°C.
Switching on
F Press this button, its indicator lamp comes on.
The air conditioning does not operate
when the air flow adjustment control is in
position "0".
Faster cool air
To obtain cool air more quickly, you can
use recirculation of the interior air for a few
moments. F

M
ove the manual control to the
left for the "Recirculation of
interior air" position.
F

T
hen, move the manual control
to the right to return to the
"Exterior air intake" position.
Switching off
F Press this button again, its indicator lamp goes off.
Switching the system off could result in
discomfort (humidity, condensation).
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Electronic air conditioning
(with display screen)
This system operates only with the engine
running.
1Air intake / Air recirculation.
2 Temperature.
3 Air conditioning.
4 Faster air conditioning.
5 Air distribution.
6 A ir f low.
Air intake/air recirculation
The recirculation of interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from exterior odours
and smoke.
Avoid prolonged use of interior air
recirculation (risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality). F

P
ress the button to prevent
fresh air from entering and
recirculate the interior air. The
indicator lamp illuminates in the
display screen to confirm this.
F
P
ress the button again to allow
fresh air to enter. The indicator
lamp goes off in the display
screen to confirm this.
Temperature
F Press these buttons (red for hot and blue for cold), to
adjust the temperature to your
requirements.
The temperature bars come on or go off
progressively on the display.
Air conditioning
Switching on
F Press this button, its indicator lamp appears on the display.
Switching off
F Press this button again, the indicator lamp goes off.
Switching the system off could result in
discomfort (humidity, condensation).
Faster air conditioning
This button activates rapid cooling of the air in
the passenger compartment.
Switching on
F Press this button, its indicator lamp appears in the display.
Switching off
F Press this button again, its indicator lamp goes off.
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Air distribution
F Press this button repeatedly to direct the air flow towards:
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w
indscreen and side windows
(demisting or defrosting),
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w
indscreen, side windows and
air vents,
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w
indscreen, side windows, air
vents and foot wells,
-

w
indscreen, side windows and
foot wells,
-

f
oot wells,
-

a
ir vents and foot wells,
-

a
ir vents.
Air flow
F Press this button to increase
the air flow.
Deactivating the system
F Press this button (of the air flow) until all the bars in the display
are of f.
F

P
ress this button to decrease

the air flow.
The air flow bars come on progressively. The air flow bars go off progressively.
This action deactivates all functions of the air
conditioning system.
The thermal comfort is no longer controlled. A
slight flow of air can still be felt, resulting from
the for ward movement of the vehicle.
Pressing the button (of the air flow)
again reactivates the system.
Avoid driving for long periods with the
system deactivated (risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality).
Front demist – defrost
These markings on the control panel
indicate the control positions for
rapid demisting or defrosting of the
windscreen and side windows.
With the heating /
ventilation system
F Put the temperature and air flow controls in the appropriately
marked position.
F

P
ut the air intake control in the
"Exterior air intake" position
(manual control moved to the
right).
F

P
ut the air distribution control in
the "Windscreen" position.
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With the manual air
conditioning system
(without screen)
F Put the temperature and air flow controls in the appropriately
marked position.
F

P
ut the air intake control in the
"Exterior air intake" position
(manual control moved to the
right).
F

P
ut the air distribution control in
the "Windscreen" position.
F

S
witch on the air conditioning by
pressing the appropriate button;
the lighting of the associated
control comes on.
With the electronic air
conditioning system (with
screen)
F Press this button.
The button indicator lamp comes on.
F

P
ress this button again to switch
it of f.
The button indicator lamp goes off.
Heated lower windscreenRear screen demist –
defrost
Switching on
Demisting – defrosting of the rear screen can
only function when the engine is running.
Switching off
Defrosting switches off automatically to prevent
excessive electrical consumption.
F

T
he front defrosting operation
can be stopped before it turns
off automatically by pressing the
button again.
The indicator lamp associated with the button
goes off.
The function is active when the exterior
temperature is below 0°C.
(Depending on the country of sale.)
F
P
ress this button to demist /
defrost the rear screen and
(depending on version) the
door mirrors. The indicator
lamp associated with the button
comes on.
In cold conditions, the heated rear screen
switch also allows the lower windscreen to be
heated, so as to free the wiper blades when
frozen to the glass by frost or snow.
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Turn off the defrosting of the rear
screen and side mirrors (depending on
the version) as soon as you consider it
necessary.
Because lower energy consumption
reduces fuel consumption.Advice
In order for these systems to be fully
effective, follow the operation and
maintenance guidelines below:
F
T
o ensure that the air is distributed
evenly, keep the external air intake
grilles at the base of the windscreen, the
nozzles, the vents, the air outlets and the
air extractor located in the back free from
obstructions.
F

O
perate the air conditioning system for
at least 5
to 10 minutes, once or twice a
month to keep it in per fect working order.
F

T
o prevent misting or deteriorating
air quality inside the passenger
compartment, you should not deactivate
the system for too long and avoid
extended operation of the air recirculation
system when driving.
F

E
nsure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and have the
filter elements replaced regularly.
We recommend the use of a combined
passenger compartment filter. Thanks to
its special active additive, it contributes
to the purification of the air breathed by
the occupants and the cleanliness of the
passenger compartment (reduction of
allergic symptoms, bad odours and greasy
deposits). F
T o ensure correct operation of the air
conditioning system, you are also advised
to have it checked regularly according
to the Maintenance and Warranty Guide
recommendations.
F

I
f the system does not produce cold air,
switch it off and contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep
gradient in high temperatures, switching off
the air conditioning increases the available
engine power and so improves the towing
ability.
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Fittings
Glove box
It can be used to hold a water bottle, the
vehicle's handbook pack, etc.
Depending on version, it may have a lid. In this
case:
F
T
o open the glove box, raise the handle.
Removable ashtray
F Raise the cover to open the ashtray.
F T o empty it, with the cover raised, pull the
ashtray upward.
It contains the front passenger airbag
deactivation switch.
To avoid any problem of inter ference
or risk of overturning, do not place the
ashtray near the gear lever.
Sun visor
Provides protection against sunlight from the
front or the side.
The passenger's sun visor is fitted with a vanity
mirror with concealing flap and a ticket holder.
If after a long period parked in the
sun, the interior temperature is very
high, first ventilate the passenger
compartment for a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.
Stop & Star t
The heating and air conditioning systems
only work when the engine is running.
To maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment, you can
temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system.
For more information on Stop & Star t ,
refer to the corresponding section.
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