CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS 2020 Repair Manual

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Before moving the seat backwards,
ensure that there is nothing that might
prevent the full travel of the seat.
When the front passenger seat is fully
folded, only the outer rear seat behind the
driver can be occupied by a passenger.
Do not place hard, heavy or sharp objects
in the centre of the folded backrest to
ensure that you do not damage rear lining
behind the backrest.
When sharp deceleration occurs, objects
placed on the folded backrest can turn into
dangerous projectiles.Front head restraints
Height adjustment
The adjustment is correct when the upper
edge of the head restraint is level with the
top of the head.
Removing a head restraint
F Pull the head restraint up as far as it will go.
F P ress the lug A to release the head restraint
and remove it completely.
F

S
tow the head restraint securely.
Refitting a head restraint
F Introduce the head restraint rods into the guides in the seat backrest.
F

P
ush the head restraint down as far as it will go.
F

P
ress the lug A to free the head restraint and
push it down.
F

A
djust the height of the head restraint.
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they should be in place and
correctly adjusted for the occupant of the
seat.
Heated seats
Upward:
F p ull the head restraint up to the desired
position; the head restraint can be felt to
click into position.
Downward:
F

p
ress the lug A and push the head restraint
down to the desired position.
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F With the engine running, use the adjustment knob to switch on and choose the heating
level desired:
0 : Of f.
1 : Low.
2 : Medium.
3 : High.
The front seats can be heated individually.
Do not use the function when the seat is
not occupied.
Reduce the intensity of the heating as
soon as possible.
When the seat and passenger
compartment have reached an
adequate temperature, you can stop
the function; reducing the consumption
of electrical current reduces fuel
consumption. Prolonged use at the highest setting 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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f wearing damp clothing,
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f child seats are fitted.
To avoid breaking the heating element in
the seat:
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o not place heavy objects on the seat,
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o not kneel or stand on the seat,
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o not place sharp objects on the seat,
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o not spill liquids onto the seat.
To avoid the risk of short-circuit:
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o not use liquid products for cleaning
the seat,
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ever use the heating function when
the seat is damp.Rear seats
Bench seat with a fixed cushion or on rails
(depending on version) and split folding
backrests (2/3 -1/3) to adapt the boot loading
space.
Rear head restraints
They have two positions:
- a high position , for when the seat is in use:
F

p
ull the head restraint fully up.
-
a low position , for stowing, when the seat
is not in use:
F
press lug A to release the head restraint
and push it fully down.
The rear head restraints can be removed.
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To remove a head restraint:
F r elease the backrest using the control 1 ,
F

t
ilt the backrest slightly for wards,
F

p
ull the head restraint as far up as it will go,
F

p
ress lug A to release the head restraint
and remove it completely,
F

s
tow the head restraint.
To refit a head restraint:
F

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ntroduce the head restraint rods into the
guides in the corresponding seat backrest,
F

p
ush the head restraint down as far as it will
go,
F

p
ress lug A to release the head restraint
and then push the head restraint fully down.
Never drive with passengers seated at
the rear when the head restraints are
removed; they must be in place and in the
high position.
The head restraint for the centre seat
and those for the outer seats are not
interchangeable.
Longitudinal seat adjustment
(depending on version)
Adjusting the seats must only be done
with the vehicle stationary.
Each 2/3 -1/3 part can be adjusted individually. F

Ra
ise the control and slide the bench seat
forwards or backwards.
Adjusting the seat backrest
angle (depending on version)
Several adjustment positions are available.
F

M
ove the seat for ward.
F

P
ull the strap for ward then tilt the backrest
to the desired position. Sit in the seat to per form the adjustments.
Folding the backrests
Adjusting the seat backrests must only be
done with the vehicle stationary.
First steps:
F

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ower the head restraints,
F

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f necessary, move the front seats for ward,
F

p
ull the seats fully back (depending on
version),
F

c
heck that nothing and no-one might
inter fere with the folding of the backrests
(clothing, luggage, etc.),
F

c
heck that the outer seat belts are lying
flat against the backrests and placed in the
retaining hook.
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Depending on version, if you use the
strap, you do not need to guide backrest 3.
When the backrest is released, the red
indicator is visible in the release grip
(depending on version).
Returning the backrests to
their original position
First check that the outer seat belts are
lying vertically alongside the backrest
latching rings. Caution, a backrest that has not latched
correctly compromises the safety of
passengers in the event of sudden braking
or an accident.
The contents of the boot may be thrown
forward – Risk of serious injury!
F

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perate backrest release grip 1 or pull strap
2 (depending on version).
F

G
uide backrest 3 down to the horizontal
position. F
P
ut backrest 3 in the upright position and
push firmly to latch it home.
F
C
heck that release grip 1 has properly
returned to its position and that the red
indicator is no longer visible (depending on
ve r s i o n).
F
E
nsure that the outer seat belts are not
trapped during the manoeuvre.
Steering wheel adjustment
F When stationary , pull the control lever to
release the adjustment mechanism.
F

A
djust the height and reach to suit your
driving position.
F

P
ush the control lever to lock the adjustment
mechanism.
As a safety measure, these adjustments
should only be carried out with the vehicle
stationary.
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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 Rear screen demist –
defrost , refer to the corresponding section.
Adjustment
As a safety measure, the mirrors should
be adjusted to reduce the blind spots.
Objects seen in the mirror are in reality
closer than they appear.
Take this into account when assessing
the distance of vehicles approaching from
behind.
Manual folding
You can manually fold the mirrors (parking
obstruction, narrow garage, etc.)
F

T
urn the mirror towards the vehicle.
Electric folding
F Place control A at the central position.
F

P
ull control A backwards.
From outside: lock the vehicle using the remote
control or the "
K

eyless Entry and Starting"
system.
Electric unfolding
Door mirrors are unfolded electrically with
the remote control or the " K eyless Entry and
Starting" system when the vehicle is unlocked.
Unless folding was selected with control A ,
pull the control backwards again to the central
position.
F

M

ove control A or turn control C (depending
on version) to the right or to the left to select
the corresponding mirror.
F

M

ove control B or C (depending on version)
in any of the four directions to adjust.
F

R

eturn control A or
C (depending on
version) to its centre position.
If your vehicle is fitted with this function, the
mirrors can be folded electrically from the inside,
with the vehicle parked and the ignition on:
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Folding/unfolding during locking/unlocking
can be disabled. Contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
If necessary, the mirrors can be folded
manually.
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 from other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Adjustment
F A djust the mirror so that the mirror is
directed correctly in the "day" position.
Day/night position
Automatic "electrochrome"
model
In order to ensure optimum visibility during
your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is
engaged.
F

P

ull the lever to change to the "night" anti-
dazzle position. F

P
ush the lever to change to the normal
"day" position.
This system automatically and progressively
changes between the day and night uses by
means of a sensor, which measures the light
from the rear of the vehicle.
Ventilation
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger
compartment is filtered and originates either
from the outside via the grille located at the
base of the windscreen or from the inside in air
recirculation mode.
Air treatment
The incoming air follows various routes
depending on the controls selected by the
driver:
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irect arrival in the passenger compartment
(air intake),
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assage through a heating circuit (heating),
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assage through a cooling circuit (air
conditioning).
Control panel
Depending on equipment, the
controls for this system will be
accessible via the Air conditioning
menu on the touch screen, or via the
centre console panel located below
the audio system.
The demisting/defrosting controls for the
windscreen and the rear screen are located
below the touch screen, or on the centre
console panel located below the audio system.
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Air distributionRecommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
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 in the boot free from
obstructions.
F

D
o not cover the sunshine sensor,
located on the dashboard; this is used
for regulation of the automatic air
conditioning system.
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

R
eplace the filter elements 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

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o ensure correct operation of the air
conditioning system, have it checked
according to the recommendations in the
Maintenance and Warranty Guide.
1.
Windscreen demisting/defrosting vents.
2. Front side window demisting/defrosting
vents.
3. Adjustable and closable side air vent.
4. Central adjustable air vents.
5. Air outlets to the front footwells.
6. Rear air outlets. 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.
To avoid the windows misting up and
deterioration in the quality of the air:
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d
o not drive for too long with the
ventilation switched off.
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d
o not keep air recirculation set for an
extended period.
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If the interior temperature is very high
after the vehicle has stood for a long
time in the sunshine, air 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 condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge of water
under the vehicle which is per fectly normal.
Stop & Star t
The heating and air conditioning systems
only work when the engine is running.
Temporarily deactivate the Stop &
Start system to maintain a comfortable
temperature in the passenger
compartment.
For more information on Stop & Star t,
refer to the corresponding section.
Heating/Manual air
conditioning
The heating only operates when the engine is
running.
The manual air conditioning operates with the
engine running.
1. Recirculation of interior air.
2. Adjusting the temperature.
3. Adjusting the air distribution.
4. Adjusting the air flow.
5. Air conditioning on/off.
Adjusting the temperature
F Turn the control from blue (cold) to red (hot)
to adjust the temperature to your liking.
Adjusting the air flow
F Turn the thumbwheel to obtain a comfortable air flow.
Avoid driving for too long without
ventilation (risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality).
Adjusting the air
distribution
Central and side air vents.
Footwells.
Windscreen and side windows.
The air distribution can be adapted by
combining the corresponding buttons.
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Mode AUTO
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows closed.
It enables you to:
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ower the temperature in summer,
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ncrease the effectiveness of the demisting in
winter, above 3°C.
F Press this button to switch the air conditioning on/off.
The air conditioning does not operate
when the air flow adjustment is set to off.
Automatic air conditioning
The air conditioning operates with the engine
running, but the ventilation and its controls are
available with the ignition on.
Operation of the air conditioning and regulation
of temperature, air flow and air distribution in
the passenger compartment are automatic. F

Sel
ect the Air conditioning
menu in the touch screen to
display the controls page for the
system.
Temperature adjustment
F Press one of these buttons to decrease (blue) or increase
(red) the value.
The value indicated corresponds to a level of
comfort and not to a precise temperature. For maximum cooling or heating of the
passenger compartment, press the
temperature setting button down or up
until LO or HI is displayed.
Automatic comfort
programme
F Press the AUTO button to
activate or deactivate automatic
air conditioning mode.
1. Adjusting the air flow.
2. Adjusting the temperature.
3. Adjusting the air distribution.
4. Access to the secondary page.
5. Recirculation of interior air.
6. Air conditioning on/off.
7. Automatic mode.
The air conditioning system operates
automatically: the system manages the
temperature, air flow and air distribution in the
passenger compartment in an optimum way
according to the comfort level you have selected.
F Go to the secondary page by
pressing this button to adjust the
automatic comfort programme
by choosing one of the available
settings.
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o change the current setting,
press the button several times in
succession to access the desired
mode:
" Soft ": provides soft and quiet operation by
limiting air flow.
" Normal ": offers the best compromise between
a comfortable temperature and quiet operation
(default setting).
" Fast ": provides strong and effective air flow.
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This setting is associated with AUTO mode
only. However, on deactivation of AUTO mode,
the last selected setting remains.
Changing the setting does not reactivate AUTO
mode if deactivated.In cold weather with the engine cold, the
air flow is increased gradually until the
comfort setting has been reached, in order
to limit the delivery of cold air into the
passenger compartment.
On entering the vehicle, if the interior
temperature is much colder or warmer
than the comfort value setting, there
is no need to alter the value displayed
in order to reach more quickly the
required level of comfort. The system
compensates automatically and corrects
the temperature difference as quickly as
possible.
You can manually adjust the air flow and
distribution.
As soon as you modify a setting, the automatic
comfort programme is deactivated. F

P
ress the AUTO button to
activate the automatic comfort
programme again.Air flow adjustment
F Press one of these buttons to increase or decrease the air flow.
The symbol for air flow (a fan) fills progressively
according to the air flow setting made.
By reducing the air flow to a minimum, you are
stopping ventilation.
" OFF " is displayed alongside the fan.
Avoid driving for too long with the
ventilation off (risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality).
Air distribution adjustment
You can vary the distribution of air in the passenger
compartment using these three buttons.
Windscreen.
Central and side vents.
Footwells.
Each press on a button activates or deactivates
the function. The three buttons can be activated
simultaneously. In this case, the flows of
air from the central and side vents and the
footwell vents are favoured.
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows closed.
It enables you to:
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ower the temperature in summer,
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ncrease the effectiveness of the demisting in
winter, above 3°C.
Switching on
F Press the button to activate the air conditioning.
When the indicator lamp is on, the air
conditioning function is activated.
The air conditioning does not operate when
the air flow adjustment is deactivated.
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