instrument panel CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS 2017 Owner's Manual

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This is confirmed by an audible signal and
illumination of the corresponding direction
indicator lamp in the instrument panel.
To switch off the parking lamps, return the
lighting control stalk to the central position.
Guide-me-home lighting
Automatic
With the "Automatic illumination of headlamps"
function activated (lighting control stalk
at the AUTO position), under low ambient
light, the dipped beam headlamps come on
automatically when the ignition is switched off.
Activation, deactivation and the duration of the
guide-me-home lighting are set in the vehicle
configuration menu.
Manual
The temporary illumination of the dipped beam
headlamps after the vehicle's ignition has been
switched off makes the driver's exit easier
when the light is poor.
Switching on
F
W
ith the ignition off, "flash" the headlamps
using the lighting control stalk.
F

A
nother "headlamp flash" switches the
function off.
Switching off
Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off
automatically at the end of a given period of time.
Automatic exterior
welcome lighting
With the "Automatic headlamp illumination"
function activated, under low ambient light, the
sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps come
on automatically when the vehicle is unlocked.
Activation, deactivation and the duration of the
exterior welcome lighting are set in the vehicle
configuration menu.
Automatic headlamp
dipping
System which automatically changes between
dipped and main beam according to the
ambient light level and the driving conditions,
using a camera located at the top of the
windscreen.
This system is a driving aid.
The driver remains responsible for the
vehicle's lighting, its correct use for the
prevailing conditions of light, visibility,
traffic and obser vation of driving and
vehicle regulations.
The system will be operational as soon as
you have exceeded 16
mph (25 km/h).
If the speed drops below 9
mph (15 km/h),
the system no longer operates.
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Activation/Deactivation
F Turn the lighting control stalk ring to the "AUTO " position.
When deactivated, the lighting system changes
to "automatic illumination of headlamps" mode.
The system state remains in memory when the
ignition is switched off.
Operation
F In the Vehicle/Driving menu,
select the " Driving functions "
tab, then " Automatic headlamp
dip ".
If the ambient light level is sufficient and/or if
the traffic conditions do not allow illumination of
the main beam headlamps: -

d
ipped beam is maintained,
these indicator lamps come on
in the instrument panel.
-

m
ain beam comes on
automatically: these indicator
lamps come on in the instrument
panel.
If the ambient light level is very low and the
traffic conditions permit: When the system detects thick fog, it
temporarily deactivates the function.
As soon as the vehicle leaves the area of thick
fog, the function reactivates automatically.
This indicator lamp goes off while
the function is deactivated.
If the situation requires a change of headlamp
beam, the driver can take over at any time.
F

F
lashing the headlamps pauses the function
and the system changes to "automatic
illumination of headlamps" mode:
-

i
f the "AUTO" and "Dipped beam"
indicator lamps were on, the system
changes to main beam,
-

i
f the "AUTO" and "Main beam" indicator
lamps were on, the system changes to
dipped beam.
To reactivate the system, flash the headlamps
again.
Pause
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With cornering lighting
Switching on
This system starts:
- w hen the corresponding direction indicator
is switched on,
or
-

f
rom a certain angle of rotation of the
steering wheel.
Switching off
The system does not operate:
- b elow a certain angle of rotation of the
steering wheel,
-

a
bove 25 mph (40 km/h),
-
w

hen reverse gear is engaged.
Programming
The function is activated or deactivated via the
vehicle configuration menu.
This function is activated by default.
Without audio system
F In the " LIGHTING " menu on the instrument
panel display, activate/deactivate " DIR
HEADLAMPS " (directional headlamps).
With audio system
F In the "Personalisation-
configuration " menu, activate/
deactivate " Directional
headlamps ".
With touch screen
F In the Driving/Vehicle menu,
select the " Vehicle settings "
tab, then " Lighting" and
activate/deactivate " Directional
headlamps ".
Wiper control stalk
In wintry conditions, remove snow, ice or
frost present on the windscreen, around
the wiper arms and blades and the
windscreen seal, before operating the
wipers.
Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windscreen. Under extremely hot or cold
conditions, ensure that the wiper blades
are not stuck to the windscreen before
operating the wipers.
Without cornering lighting
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Manual controls
The windscreen wipers are controlled directly
by the driver.
With manual wiping
With AUTO wiping
Windscreen wipers
Wiping speed control stalk: raise or lower the
stalk to the desired position.Normal wiping (moderate rain).
Intermittent wiping (proportional to
the speed of the vehicle).
Of f.
Single wipe (press downwards or
pull the stalk briefly towards you,
then release).
Automatic wiping (press down,
then release) or single wipe (pull
the stalk briefly towards you).
Rear wiper
Rear wiper selection ring: Of f.
Intermittent wiping (proportional to
the speed of the vehicle). Wash-wipe (set duration).
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will come into operation automatically if the
windscreen wipers are operating.
Activation/Deactivation
The function is activated or deactivated via the
vehicle configuration menu.
This function is activated by default.
If a significant accumulation of snow or ice
is present, or when using a bicycle carrier
on the boot, deactivate the automatic rear
w i p e r.
Without audio system
F In the " COMFORT " menu on the instrument
panel display, activate/deactivate " REAR
WIPE REV " (automatic wiping in reverse).
Fast wiping (heavy rain). or
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Switching on
Briefly push the control stalk downwards.
A wiping cycle confirms that the instruction has
been accepted.Depending on version, this symbol
appears on the display screen or
this indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and a message is
displayed.
Switching off
Depending on version, this symbol
disappears from the display screen
or this indicator lamp goes off in the
instrument panel and a message is
displayed.
The automatic rain sensitive windscreen
wipers must be reactivated by pushing the
control stalk downwards, if the ignition has
been off for more than one minute.
Malfunction
If a fault occurs with the automatic rain
sensitive wipers, the wipers will operate in
intermittent mode.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Do not cover the rain sensor, integrated with
the sunshine sensor and located at the top
centre of the windscreen, behind the rear
view mirror.
When using an automatic car wash, switch off
the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until the
windscreen is completely clear of ice before
activating the automatic rain sensitive wipers.
Briefly push the control stalk downwards again
or shift the control stalk to a different position
(Int, 1 or 2).
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Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
The fixed illumination of this warning
lamp indicates that there is a fault
with the ABS.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at moderate speed. If these warning lamps come on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message, this indicates a
fault with the electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved for your
vehicle.
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake
pedal. In emergency braking, press ver y
firmly and maintain this pressure.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)/
Dynamic stability control
(DSC)
Operation
These systems are activated automatically
every time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a
problem with grip or trajectory.
Deactivating the ASR (depending
on version)
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate
the ASR system, so that the wheels can turn
freely and regain grip.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
In both cases, have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop as
soon as possible.
This is indicated by this warning
lamp flashing in the instrument
panel.It is however recommended that the system be
reactivated as soon as possible.
F
I
n the Driving/Vehicle
menu
of the touch screen, select the
" Driving functions " tab, then
" Traction control".
Or, depending on version: F
T
urn the "
Grip control" knob to
this position.
Deactivation is confirmed by the
illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by a message as
well as illumination of the knob
(depending on version).
The ASR system no longer acts on the
operation of the engine or the brakes in the
event of an involuntary change of trajectory.
Reactivating the ASR (depending
on version)
The system is reactivated automatically every
time the ignition is switched back on or from
30
mph (50 km/h).
Below 30
mph (50 km/h), you can reactivate it
manually:
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Hill Assist Descent
System that provides assistance when
descending on loose or soft sur faces (gravel,
mud, etc.) or a steep gradient.
This system reduces the risk of slip or loss
of control of the vehicle when descending,
whether going forward or in reverse.
During a descent, it assists the driver in
maintaining a constant speed, depending
on the gear engaged, while progressively
releasing the brakes.For the system to activate, the slope must
be greater than 5%.
The system can be used with the gearbox
in neutral.
Otherwise, engage a gear corresponding
to the speed to prevent the engine stalling.
With an automatic gearbox, the system
can be used with the selector at N , D or R.
When the system enters regulating
mode, the Active Safety Brake system is
automatically deactivated. The system is no longer available if the
speed of the vehicle is above 30 mph
(50 km/h).
Operation
Switching on
By default, the system is not selected.
The system's status is not saved when the
ignition is switched off.
The driver can select the system when the engine
is running, when the vehicle is stationary or moving
at speeds up to 30 mph (50 km/h)
.
F With the speed below 30 mph
(50 km/h), press this button
until its indicator lights up to
select the system; this indicator
lamp appears in green in the
instrument panel.
The system becomes active at a speed below
20 mph (30 km/h). F

W
hen the vehicle begins its descent, you
can release the accelerator and brake
pedals, the system regulates the speed:
During a descent, with the vehicle stationary, if
you release the accelerator and brake pedals,
the system will release the brakes to set the
vehicle gradually in motion.
The brake lamps light up automatically when
the system is regulating.
If the speed exceeds 20 mph (30 km/h),
regulation is paused automatically, the indicator
lamp goes back to grey in the instrument panel,
but the indicator lamp in the button remains lit.
Regulation resumes automatically when the
speed falls below 20 mph (30 km/h) again, and
the slope and pedal release conditions are met.
You can depress the accelerator or brake pedal
again at any time. -

i
f the gearbox is in first or
second gear, the speed
decreases and the indicator
lamp flashes rapidly,
-
i
f the gearbox is in neutral or if
the clutch pedal is depressed,
the speed decreases and the
indicator lamp flashes slowly;
in this case, the maintained
descent speed is lower.
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Switching off
Malfunction
If a fault occurs with the system,
this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by the display of a
message in the instrument panel.
F

P

ress this button until its indicator lamp
goes off; the indicator lamp goes off in the
instrument panel.
Above 45
mph (70 km/h), the system is
automatically deactivated; the indicator lamp in
the button goes off.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Seat belts
Front seat belts
The front seat belts are fitted with a
pretensioning and force limiting system.
This system improves safety in the front
seats in the event of a front or side impact.
Depending on the severity of the impact, the
pretensioning system instantly tightens the seat
belts against the body of the passengers.
The pretensioning seat belts are active when
the ignition is on.
The force limiter reduces the pressure of
the seat belt on the passenger’s chest, thus
improving their protection.
Fastening
F Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.
F

C
heck that the seat belt is fastened
correctly by pulling the strap.
Unfastening
F Press the red button on the buckle.
F G uide the seat belt as it is reeled in.
Height adjustment
F To adjust the height of the anchorage point, squeeze the control A and slide it to the
notch desired.
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Front seat belt warning lamp(s)
On switching on the ignition, warning lamp
A comes on in the instrument panel and the
corresponding warning lamp (1 or 2) comes
on in red in the seat belt and front passenger
airbag warning lamp display if the driver's seat
belt and/or the passenger(s) seat belt is/are not
fastened or is/are unfastened.
Rear seat belt warning lamp(s)
The corresponding warning lamp ( 3 to 5)
warning lamp comes on in red in the seat belt
and front passenger airbag warning lamp
display when one or more rear passengers
unfastens their seat belts.
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Deployment
The airbags are deployed, except the front
passenger airbag if it is deactivated, in the
event of a serious front impact 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 thorax
and head of the front occupant of the vehicle
and the steering wheel, driver's side, and the
dashboard, passenger's side, to cushion their
for ward movement.
Malfunction
If this warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, you must contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system
checked. The airbags may no longer
be deployed in the event of a serious
impact.
Lateral airbags
This system protects the driver and front
passenger in the event of a severe side impact
to minimise the risk of injury to the chest,
between hip and shoulder.
Each lateral airbag is fitted in the seat backrest
frame, door side.
Deployment
The lateral airbag is deployed unilaterally in
the event of a severe side impact covering all
or part of 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 hip
and shoulder of the front passenger and the
corresponding door trim panel.
Curtain airbags
This system contributes towards greater
protection for the driver and passengers (with
the exception of the rear centre passenger) in
the event of a serious side impact in order to
limit the risk of injury to the side of the head.
Each curtain airbag is built into the pillars and
the upper passenger compartment area.
Deployment
The curtain airbag is deployed at the same
time as the corresponding lateral airbag 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 curtain airbag inflates between the front or
rear occupant of the vehicle and the windows.
Malfunction
If this warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, you must contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system
checked.
The airbags may no longer be deployed in the
event of a serious impact.
In the event of a minor impact or bump on
the side of the vehicle or if the vehicle rolls
over, the airbags may not be deployed.
In the event of a rear or front collision,
none of the lateral airbags are deployed.
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