CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS 2020 Owners Manual

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Assistance with bay parking
manoeuvres
F Select "Park Assist " in the "Driving
functions " tab of the touch screen Driving/
Vehicle menu to activate the function.
F

L
imit the speed of the vehicle to
a maximum of 12
mph (20 km/h)
and select " Enter bay parking
space " on the touch screen. F

D
rive slowly following the instructions until
the system finds a free space.
When several successive bays are found,
the vehicle will be directed towards the
last one.
The manoeuvre is complete when the vehicle's
front wheels are clear of the parking space.
The end of the manoeuvre is confirmed by a
message and an audible signal.
The assistance is deactivated: you can take
over control.
F
O
perate the direction indicator on the
parking side chosen to activate the
measurement function. You should drive at
a distance of between 0.5 m and 1.5 m from
the row of parked vehicles. F
M
ove for wards slowly until a message is
displayed, accompanied by an audible
signal, asking you to engage reverse gear.
F
S
elect reverse, release the steering wheel
and start moving without exceeding 4
mph
(7
km/h).
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F The assisted parking manoeuvre is in progress.
Without exceeding 4
mph (7 km/h), follow
the instructions displayed in the instrument
panel, aided by the warnings from the
"Parking sensors" function until completion
of the manoeuvre is indicated. During a bay parking manoeuvre, the Park
Assist system is automatically deactivated
once the rear of the vehicle is within 50
cm
of an obstacle.
The end of the manoeuvre is confirmed by a
message and an audible signal.
The assistance is deactivated: you can take
over control. During parking and exit from parking
manoeuvres, the Top Rear Vision Camera
function may come into operation. This
facilitates monitoring of the surroundings
of the vehicle by displaying additional
information on the touch screen.
For more information on the To p
Rear Vision Camera
, refer to the
corresponding section.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated by pressing the
control.
The system is deactivated automatically:
-

o
n switching off the ignition,
-

i
f the engine stalls,
-

i
f no manoeuvre is per formed within
5
minutes of selecting the type of
manoeuvre,
-

a
fter a prolonged stop of the vehicle during
a manoeuvre, -

i
f the wheel anti-slip regulation (ASR) is
triggered,
-
i
f the speed of the vehicle exceeds the
stated limit,
-
w
hen the driver interrupts movement of the
steering wheel,
-
a
fter 4 manoeuvre cycles,
-
o
n opening the driver's door,
-
i
f one of the front wheels encounters an
obstacle.
Deactivation is confirmed by a message and an
audible signal.
The driver should then take back control of the
vehicle's steering.
If the system is deactivated during a
manoeuvre, the driver must reactivate it to
resume the current measurement.
Deactivation
The system is switched off automatically:
- w hen towing a trailer, connected electrically,
-

i
f the driver's door is opened,
-

i
f the speed of the vehicle is above 45 mph
(70
km/h).
To switch the system off for a prolonged period,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Malfunctions
If a fault occurs, this warning lamp
comes on accompanied by a
message and an audible signal.
In the event of a fault with the
power steering, this warning lamp
flashes in the instrument panel,
accompanied by a message.
If the lateral distance between your vehicle
and the space is too great, the system may
not be able to measure the space.
Any object projecting beyond the dimensions
of the vehicle (e.g. a ladder on the roof or a
towball) will not be taken into account by the
Park Assist system during a manoeuvre.
In bad weather or in winter, ensure that
the sensors are not covered by road dirt,
ice or snow.
In the event of a fault, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.High pressure jet washing
When washing your vehicle, keep the lance at
least 12 inches (30
cm) away from the sensors.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Under-inflation detection
System which automatically checks the
pressures of the tyres while driving.
The system monitors the pressure in all four
tyres, as soon as the vehicle is moving.
It compares the information given by the wheel
speed sensors with reference values, which
must be reinitialised ever y time the tyre
pressures are adjusted or a wheel changed .
The system triggers an alert as soon as it
detects a drop in the pressure of one or more
tyres. The under-inflation detection system does
not replace the need for vigilance on the
part of the driver.
This system does not avoid the need to
check the tyre pressures (including the
spare wheel) every month as well as
before a long journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres worsens
road-holding, lengthens braking distances,
causes premature wear of the tyres,
particularly in adverse conditions (heavy
loads, high speeds, long journeys).
Driving with under-inflated tyres
increases fuel consumption.
The inflation pressures defined for your
vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure
label.
For more information on the
Identification markings , refer to the
corresponding section.
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Checking tyre pressures
This check should be done when the tyres
are "cold" (vehicle stopped for 1 hour or
after a journey of less than 6
miles (10 km)
at moderate speeds).
Other wise, add 0.3
bar to the pressures
shown on the label.
Snow chains
The system does not have to be
reinitialised after fitting or removing snow
chains.
Under-inflation alert
This warning is indicated by
continuous illumination of this
warning lamp, an audible signal
and, depending on equipment, a
message displayed on the screen.
F

R

educe speed immediately, avoid excessive
steering movements and sudden braking.
F

S

top the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so. The loss of pressure detected does not
always cause visible bulging of the tyre.
Do not satisfy yourself with just a visual
check.
F
I
f you have a compressor, such as the one
in the temporary puncture repair kit, check
the pressures of the four tyres when cold.
F
I
f it is not possible to make this check
immediately, drive carefully at reduced
speed.
or
F
I
n case of a puncture, use the temporary
tyre repair kit or the spare wheel (depending
on equipment).
The alert is kept active until the system is
reinitialised.
Reinitialisation
The system must be reinitialised after any
adjustment to the pressures of one or more
tyres, and after changing one or more wheels. Before reinitialising the system, ensure
that the pressures of the four tyres
are correct for the conditions of use
of the vehicle and conform to the
recommendations on the tyre pressure
label.
The under-inflation alert can only be relied
on if the reinitialisation of the system has
been done with the pressures in the four
tyres correctly adjusted.
The under-inflation detection system
does not give a warning if a pressure is
incorrect at the time of reinitialisation.
The system must be reinitialised with the
ignition on and the vehicle stationary:
-
i
n the vehicle configuration menu for
vehicles fitted with a touch screen.
-
v
ia the button on the dashboard for vehicles
without a touch screen.
With/Without audio system
F Hold this button down.
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Reinitialisation is confirmed by a high-pitched
audible signal.
A deep tone audible signal indicates that the
reinitialisation has not been carried out.
With touch screen
F In the Driving/Vehicle menu,
select the " Driving functions "
tab, then " Reset under-
inflation detection ".
F

Sel

ect " Ye s" to confirm.
A message is displayed and an audible signal
sounds to confirm the reset operation.
Malfunction
In this case, under-inflation monitoring of the
tyres is no longer assured.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop. Before doing anything to the system,
the pressures of the four tyres must be
checked and the system reinitialised.
The flashing and then constant illumination of
the under-inflation warning lamp accompanied
by illumination of the Ser vice warning lamp
indicates a fault in the system.
A message appears, accompanied by an
audible signal.
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Fuel used for petrol engines
The petrol engines are compatible with biofuels
that conform to current and future European
standards and which can be obtained from
filling stations:Petrol that meets standard EN228,
mixed with a biofuel that meets
standard EN15376.
The only petrol additives authorised for
use are those that meet the B715001
standard.
Fuel used for Diesel
engines
The Diesel engines are compatible with
biofuels that conform to current and future
European standards and which can be
obtained from filling stations: Diesel fuel that meets standard
EN16734
mixed with a biofuel that
meets standard EN14214 (possibly
containing up to 10% Fatty Acid Methyl
Ester).
Paraffinic Diesel fuel that meets
standard EN15940 mixed with a biofuel
that meets standard EN14214 (possibly
containing up to 7% Fatty Acid Methyl
Ester).
The use of B20 or B30 fuel that meets
standard EN16709 is possible in your
Diesel engine. However, this use, even
occasional, requires strict application of
the special servicing conditions referred
to as "Arduous conditions".
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop. The use of any other type of (bio)fuel
(vegetable or animal oils, pure or diluted,
domestic fuel, etc.) is strictly prohibited
(risk of damage to the engine and fuel
syste m). The only Diesel additives authorised for
use are those that meet the B715000
standard.
Diesel at low temperature
At temperatures below 0°C (+32°F), the
formation of paraffins in summer-type Diesel
fuels could entail an abnormal operation
of the fuel supply circuit. To avoid this, we
recommend using winter-type Diesel fuel and
keeping the fuel tank more than 50% full.
If, despite this, at temperatures below -15°C
(+5°F) the engine has problems starting,
just leave the vehicle in a garage or heated
workshop for a little while.
Travelling abroad
Cer tain fuels could damage the engine of
your vehicle.
In cer tain countries, the use of a par ticular
fuel may be required (specific octane
rating, specific trade name, etc.) to ensure
correct operation of the engine.
For any additional information, contact a dealer.
Compatibility of fuels
Diesel fuel that meets standard
EN590
mixed with a biofuel that meets
standard EN14214 (possibly containing
up to 7% Fatty Acid Methyl Ester).
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Fuel tank
Tank capacity: approximately 45 litres.
I f you have put the wrong fuel in your
vehicle, you must have the fuel tank
drained and filled with the correct fuel
before star ting the engine.
Low fuel level
When the low fuel level in the
tank is reached, this warning lamp
comes on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by an audible warning
and a message.
When it first comes on, about 5


litres of fuel
remain in the tank.
This warning lamp will come on every time
the ignition is switched on, accompanied
by a message and an audible signal, until
a sufficient addition of fuel is made. This
audible signal and message are repeated with
increasing frequency as the fuel level drops
and approaches " 0".
Refuel as soon as possible to avoid running
out.
For more information on Running out of
fuel (Diesel) , refer to the corresponding
section.
Refilling
A self-adhesive label on the inner face of the
filler flap reminds you of the type of fuel to use,
depending on your engine.
Additions of fuel must be of at least 5
litres, in
order to be registered by the fuel gauge.
Opening the filler cap may create a noise
caused by an inrush of air. This vacuum is
entirely normal, resulting from the sealing of the
fuel system.
To refuel in complete safety:
F

Y
ou must switch off the engine.
F

W
ith the vehicle unlocked, press the rear-
central part of the filler flap to open it.
F

T
ake care to select the pump that delivers
the correct type of fuel for your vehicle.
F

T
urn the filler cap to the left. F

R
emove the cap and place it on its support
(on the filler flap).
F

I
nsert the filler nozzle and push it in as far
as possible before starting to refuel (risk of
blowback).
F

F
ill up the tank completely, but do not
continue after the 3
rd cut-off of the nozzle;
this could cause malfunctions.
Once you have finished refuelling:
F

R

efit the filler cap.
F

T

urn it to the right.
F

P

ush the filler flap to close it.
If your vehicle is fitted with Stop & Start,
never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition
using the key, or the START/STOP button
if your vehicle has

K

eyless Entry and
Starting.
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Fuel cut- of f
Your vehicle is equipped with a safety device
which cuts off the fuel supply in the event of a
collision.
Misfuel prevention
(Diesel)
(Depending on country of sale)
Mechanical device which prevents filling the
tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It helps
avoid the risk of engine damage that can result
from filling with the wrong fuel.
Operation
When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the
Diesel tank, it comes into contact with the flap.
The system remains closed and prevents filling.It remains possible to use a fuel can to fill
the tank.
In order to ensure a good flow of fuel,
do not place the nozzle of the fuel can in
direct contact with the flap of the misfuel
prevention device and pour slowly.
Travelling abroad
As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be
different in other countries, the presence
of the misfuel prevention device may make
refuelling impossible.
Not all Diesel vehicles are fitted with
misfuel protection, so before travelling
abroad, we recommend that you check
with the CITROËN dealer network whether
your vehicle is suitable for the fuel pumps
in the country in which you intend to travel.
Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type
filler nozzle.
Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains
improve traction as well as the
behaviour of the vehicle when
braking.
Snow chains must be fitted only to the
front wheels. They must never be fitted to
"space-saver" type spare wheels.
Take account of the legislation in force in
your country on the use of snow chains
and the maximum authorised speed.
Installation tips
F If you have to fit the chains during a journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face on the side
of the road.
F

A
pply the parking brake and, if necessary,
put wheel chocks against the wheels to
prevent your vehicle from sliding.
F

F
it the chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
F

M
ove off gently and drive for a few seconds,
without exceeding 30
mph (50 km/h).
F

S
top your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
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It is strongly recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry sur face.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow to avoid
damaging your vehicle's tyres and the
road sur face. If your vehicle is fitted with
aluminium alloy wheels, check that no part
of the chain or its fixings is in contact with
the wheel rim.
Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size Chain types195/65 R15 Maximum 9
mm link
195/60 R16
205/60 R16 Cannot be fitted with
chains
215 / 5 0 R17
For more information on snow chains, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.Towbar with quickly
detachable towball
No tools are required to install or remove the
towball on this genuine towbar system.
Presentation
Trailers with LED lamps are not
compatible with the wiring harness of this
device.
To know the Technical data , and, in
particular, the towable weights for your
vehicle, refer to the corresponding section.
For advice on driving safely when To w i n g
a trailer , refer to the corresponding
section.
1.
Carrier.
2. Protective plug.
3. Connection socket.
4. Safety eye.
5. Detachable towball.
6. Locking/unlocking star wheel.
7. Key lock.
8. Key reference label. A.
Locked position ( green mark opposite the
white mark); the star wheel is in contact
with the towball (no gap).
B. Unlocked position (red mark opposite the
white mark); the star wheel is no longer
in contact with the towball (gap of around
5 mm).
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