Dashboard Citroen C3 2008 1.G Owner's Manual
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D A S H B O A R D A D J U S T M E N T S
Seat belt height adjustment
The correct positioning of the seat belt is across the middle of the shoulder. See User Precautions.
Adjust the height of the seat belt anchorage by holding down the button and the lever.
Headlamps adjustment
You are advised to adjust the aim of the headlamps in accordance with vehicle load.
In the dashboard on the right hand side of the steering column.
0: Unladen weight.
1: Lightly laden.
2: Half laden.
3: Fully laden.
As a metter of safety, these manœuvres should not be performed while the vehicle is moving.
Steering column adjustment
The steering can be adjusted for both height and reach.
With the vehicle stationary, fi r s t a d j u s t y o u r s e a t t o t h e m o s t suitable position, then adjust the position of the steering wheel. See "Driving position".
Unlock the steering wheel by pulling the control upwards.
Adjust the position of the steering wheel then lock by pushing the control fully downwards.
Make sure that you have a good view of the instrument panel displays.
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ABS system
The ABS system enhances your safety by preventing the wheels from locking in the event of sudden braking or in conditions of poor road adherence. It enables you to retain control of the steering.
The functioning capability of all the electrical components essential to the ABS is monitored electronically before and during your journey. The ABS warning lamp lights up when you switch on the ignition: it should go out after a few seconds.
If the monitoring warning lamp does not go out, that means that the ABS has disconnected because there is a fault. Also, the fact that the monitoring warning lamp comes on durin g the journey shows that the ABS system is inactive. I n b o t h c a s e s , t h e n o r m a l b r a k i n g s y s t e m r e m a i n s e f fi c i e n t , e x a c t l y a s o n a v e h i c l e w i t h o u t A B S . H o w e v e r , i n o r d e r for the security associated with the correct functioning of the ABS to be restored, the vehicle should be examined as soon as possible by a CITROËN dealer.for the security associated with the correct associated with the
On roads with poor adherence (chippings, snow, ice etc.), it is always imperative to drive with prudence.
System of emergency braking assistance
(For vehicles with the ABS system)
The emergency braking assistance system helps you to attain the requ ired braking pressure more rapidly, thus to reduce the stopping distance. It operates as a function of the speed of action on the brake pedal, decreasing the resistance to this action. To prolong this action of the emerg ency braking assistance system, simply keep your foot on the brake pedal.
Emergency braking or sudden deceleration automatically operates th e hazard warning lamps. They will cease to operate automatically, or manually if you press the hazard lamps button on the dashboard.
W h e n b r a k i n g i n a n e m e r g e n c y , p r e s s d o w n fi r m l y o n t h e b r a k e p e d a l a n d d o n o t r e l e a s e a n y f o r c e .
B R A K E S
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Overspeed alert
Function for keeping to a desired maximum speed.
A short press on control E activates this function (the warning lamp lights up).
To pre-set or modify the desired alert speed, when you have reach ed this speed, give a long press on control E (located on the dashboard central p a n e l ) u n t i l y o u h e a r a c o n fi r m a t i o n g o n g .
An audible signal indicates that the programmed speed is being exceeded.
To cancel
Give another short press on control E to deactivate this function (the warning lamp goes out).
Note: The overspeed alert only functions for speeds above around 30 km/h (around 18 mph).
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Child safety manual control
This prohibits the opening of both the rear doors from the inside.
This device is independent of the central locking system.
The rear doors are locked by operating the lever.
Electrically-controlled child safety
This prohibits the opening of both the rear doors from the inside.
The electrical control is on the dashboard, for locking the rear doors.Note: When the ignition is switched on, if the child safety is activated, the lamp on the dashboard control lights up.
Child safety on rear windows and rear doors
A switch deactivates the controls for the rear windows.
It also operates the child safety on the rear doors.
This device is independent of the central locking system.
A C C E S S
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Warning: The automatic air conditioning system uses a temperature sensor located on the dashboard (see reference A), this sensor should not be obstructed.
V E N T I L A T I O N - H E A T I N G
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A U T O M A T I C A I R C O N D I T I O N I N G
Manual recalling of one or more functions
One or more functions can be adjusted manually, while still retaining the other functions in automatic mode.
The function display "AUTO" then goes out.
4. Air conditioning
Press the control located on the control panel.
A symbol appears on the display (system active).
To prevent misting inside the vehicle in cold or humid weather, you are advised to use the AUTO mode.
Press on the control on the dashboard to activate or deactivate the production of cold air.
Air conditioning is then obtained from the mixing of hot air with cold air, using the air blower temperature adjustment 3.
5. Air recirculation
By pressing the control, the entry of air from outside is closed off and the sym-bol appears on the display.
This position is useful for excluding undesirable odours or fumes coming from outside. It should be cancelled as soon as possible in order to permit renewal of air in the cabin and to prevent misting.
For this, press the "AUTO" button or press again on the air recycling button.
6. Air distribution
Press on the button to scroll through the d i s p l a y s o f a i r fl o w t o :
Windscreen.
Central and lateral air vents. Windscreen and passenger footwells.
Windscreen and passenger footwells.
Passenger footwells.
(Air vents closed).
Central and lateral air vents.
Central and lateral air vents and passenger footwells.
Note: In AUTO position the air distribution displayed is that chosen by the system.
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F U S E S
Fuseboxes
There are two fuse boxes, one below the dashboard and one under the bonnet.
Dashboard fuses
The fuse box is located in the lower glovebox compartment. To access the fuses, open the glove box, pull the handle on the fuse box cover.
Replacing a fuse
Before replacing a fuse, you should ascertain the cause of the fault and have it remedied. The numbers of the fuses are indicated on the fusebox.
GoodBad
Pliers AReplace the fuse that has blown with one of the same rating (same colour).
Use the special pliers A stowed on the cover close to the fuseboxes, this includes a compartment for replacement fuses.