CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS 2021 Handbook (in English)

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Lighting and visibility
4• If the "AUTO" and "Main beam" indicator lamps were on, the system changes to dipped beam.
To reactivate the system, flash the headlamps
again.
The system may be disrupted or not work correctly:
– When visibility conditions are poor (snowfall, heavy rain, etc.).– If the windscreen in front of the camera is dirty, misted or obscured (for example, by a
sticker).
– If the vehicle is facing highly reflective signs.
When the system detects thick fog, it
temporarily deactivates the function.
The system is not able to detect:
– Road users that do not have their own lighting, such as pedestrians.– Vehicles whose lighting is obscured (for example, vehicles driving behind a safety
barrier on a motorway).
– Vehicles at the top or bottom of a steep slope, on winding roads, on crossroads.
Clean the windscreen regularly,
particularly the area in front of the
camera.
The internal surface of the windscreen can
also become misted around the camera.
In humid and cold weather, demist the
windscreen regularly.
Do not allow snow to accumulate on the
bonnet or roof of the vehicle as this could
obstruct the detection camera.
Headlamp beam height
adjustment



To avoid causing a nuisance to other road users,
the height of the headlamp beams should be
adjusted according to the load in the vehicle.
0. (Initial adjustment)
Driver only or driver + front passenger
1. Driver + front passenger + rear passengers +
maximum authorised load
2. Driver only + maximum authorised load
Cornering lighting

If your vehicle is so equipped, this system
makes use of the beam from a front foglamp to
illuminate the inside of a bend, when the main or
dipped beam headlamps are on and the vehicle
speed is below 25 mph (40 km/h) (urban driving,
winding road, intersections, parking manoeuvres,
etc.).


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Automatic.
Refer to the corresponding section.
Front screenwash
► Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and hold.
The screenwash then the windscreen wipers
operate for a pre-determined time.
The height of the front screenwash jets
can be adjusted. To change the factory
setting, insert a needle into each of the jets,
then direct them.
To avoid damaging the wiper blades, do not operate the screenwash if the
screenwash reservoir is empty.
Only operate the screenwash if there is no
risk of the fluid freezing on the windscreen
and hindering visibility. During the winter
period, use "very cold climate" rated products.
Never top up with water.
Rear wiper
► Turn the ring to align the desired symbol with the marking.Off
Intermittent wipe

With cornering lighting
Switching on / off
This system starts:– when the corresponding direction indicator is switched on.
or
– from a certain angle of rotation of the steering wheel.
It becomes inactive:
– below a certain angle of rotation of the steering wheel.– above 25 mph (40 km/h).– when 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
► In the "LIGHTING" menu on the instrument
panel display, activate/deactivate "DIR
HEADLAMPS" (directional headlamps).
With audio system
► In the "Personalisation-
configuration " menu, activate/deactivate
"Directional headlamps".
With touch screen
► 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 on 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 AUTO wiping


With AUTO wiping

Windscreen wipers
► To select the wiping speed: raise or lower the stalk to the desired position.Fast wiping (heavy rain)
Normal wiping (moderate rain)
Intermittent wiping (proportional to the vehicle’s speed)Off
Single wipe (press down and release).
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4Automatic.
Refer to the corresponding section.
Front screenwash
► Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and hold.
The screenwash then the windscreen wipers
operate for a pre-determined time.
The height of the front screenwash jets can be adjusted. To change the factory
setting, insert a needle into each of the jets,
then direct them.
To avoid damaging the wiper blades, do not operate the screenwash if the
screenwash reservoir is empty.
Only operate the screenwash if there is no
risk of the fluid freezing on the windscreen
and hindering visibility. During the winter
period, use "very cold climate" rated products.
Never top up with water.
Rear wiper
► Turn the ring to align the desired symbol with the marking.Off
Intermittent wipe
Wash-wipe
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will come into operation automatically if the front
windscreen wipers are operating.
Activation / Deactivation
The system is activated or deactivated via the
vehicle configuration menu.
This system is activated by default.
Without audio system
► In the "COMFORT" menu on the instrument
panel display, activate/deactivate "REAR WIPE
REV". (automatic wiping in reverse).
With audio system
In the "Personalisation-configuration "
menu, activate/deactivate " Rear wipe in
reverse gear ".
With touch screen
► In the Driving / Vehicle menu, select
the "Vehicle settings" tab, then
"Comfort" and activate/deactivate " Rear wiper
in reverse ".
In the event of accumulation of snow or
hard frost or if a bicycle carrier is fitted to
a towing device, deactivate the automatic rear
wiper via the touch screen's Driving/ Vehicle
menu.
Rear screenwash
► Turn the ring all the way towards the dashboard and hold.
The screenwash and the wiper operate for as
long as the ring remains turned.
A final wiping cycle is performed when
screenwashing ends.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This maintenance position is used while cleaning
or replacing the wiper blades. It can also be
useful, in winter (ice, snow), to release the wiper
blades from the windscreen.
To maintain the effectiveness of the flat wiper blades, it is advisable to:
– handle them with care.– clean them regularly using soapy water .– avoid using them to hold cardboard on the windscreen.– replace them at the first signs of wear.

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Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor.When using an automatic car wash,
switch off the automatic wipers and the
ignition.
In winter, wait until the windscreen is
completely clear of ice before activating the
automatic wipers.
Switching on

► Give a short downwards push to the control stalk.
A wiping cycle confirms that the instruction has
been accepted.
Depending on version, this indicator lamp appears in the display or comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by a message.
Switching off
► Give the control stalk another brief push downwards or place the control stalk in another
position ( Int, 1 or 2).
Depending on version, this indicator lamp
disappears from the display or goes off in
the instrument panel, accompanied by a
message.
Before removing a windscreen wiper blade

► Operating the wiper control stalk within one minute after switching off the ignition will place
the wiper blades in a vertical position.
► Proceed with the desired operation or replace the wiper blades.
After refitting a windscreen wiper blade
► To return the wiper blades to their initial position, switch on the ignition and operate the
wiper control stalk.
Changing a wiper blade
Removing/refitting at the
front


► Carry out these wiper blade replacement operations from the driver's side.► Starting with the wiper blade farthest from you, hold each arm by the rigid section and raise
it as far as possible.
Take care not to hold the arms at the jet locations.
Do not touch the wiper blades. Risk of
irreparable deformation.
Do not release them while moving them. Risk
of damaging the windscreen!
► Clean the windscreen using screenwash
fluid.
Do not apply "Rain X" type water-
repellent products.
► Unclip the worn wiper blade closest to you and remove it.► Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the arm.► Repeat the procedure for the other wiper blade.► Starting with the wiper blade closest to you, once again hold each arm by the rigid section,
then guide it carefully onto the windscreen.
Removing/refitting at the
rear
► Hold the arm by the rigid section and raise it as far as possible.► Clean the rear screen using screenwash fluid.► Unclip the worn wiper blade and remove it.► Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the arm.► Once again hold the arm by the rigid section, then guide it carefully onto the rear screen.
Automatic windscreen wipers
In AUTO mode, the windscreen wipers operate
automatically, without any action on the part of
the driver. If rain is detected, the wiping adapts to
the intensity of the rainfall automatically.
Detection of rainfall is by means of a rain/
sunshine sensor at the top centre of the
windscreen, behind the rear view mirror.

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4Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor.
When using an automatic car wash,
switch off the automatic wipers and the
ignition.
In winter, wait until the windscreen is
completely clear of ice before activating the
automatic wipers.
Switching on

► Give a short downwards push to the control stalk.
A wiping cycle confirms that the instruction has
been accepted.
Depending on version, this indicator lamp appears in the display or comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by a message.
Switching off
► Give the control stalk another brief push downwards or place the control stalk in another
position ( Int, 1 or 2).
Depending on version, this indicator lamp
disappears from the display or goes off in
the instrument panel, accompanied by a
message.
If the ignition has been off for more than
one minute, the automatic wipers must
be reactivated by pushing the control stalk
downwards.
Malfunction
If a fault occurs with the automatic wipers, the
wipers operate in intermittent mode.
Have them checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

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General safety
recommendations
Do not remove the labels attached in
different places on your vehicle. They
include safety warnings as well as
identification information for the vehicle.
For all work on your vehicle, use a
qualified workshop that has the technical
information, skills and equipment required, all
of which a CITROËN dealer is able to
provide.
Depending on country regulations,
certain safety equipment may be
mandatory: high visibility safety vests,
warning triangles, breathalysers, spare bulbs,
spare fuses, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud
flaps at the rear of the vehicle, etc.
Installing electrical accessories:
– The fitting of electrical equipment or accessories not approved by CITROËN may
cause excessive current consumption and
faults and failures with the electrical system
of your vehicle. Contact a CITROËN dealer
for information on the range of approved
accessories.
– As a safety measure, access to the diagnostic socket, used for the vehicle's
electronic systems, is reserved strictly for
CITROËN dealers or qualified workshops,
equipped with the special tools required (risk
of malfunctions of the vehicle's electronic
systems that could cause breakdowns or
serious accidents). The Manufacturer cannot
be held responsible if this advice is not
followed.
– Any modification or adaptation not intended or authorised by CITROËN or carried out
without meeting the technical requirements
defined by the Manufacturer will result in the
suspension of the commercial warranty.
Installation of accessory radio
communication transmitters
Before installing a radio communication
transmitter with an external aerial, you must
without fail contact a CITROËN dealer for
the specification of transmitters which can
be fitted (frequency, maximum power, aerial
position, specific installation requirements),
in line with the Vehicle Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive (2004/104/EC).
Declarations of conformity for radio
equipment
The relevant certificates are available on the
http://service.citroen.com/ACddb/ website.
Hazard warning lamps


► Pressing the red button causes all the direction indicators to flash.
They can operate with the ignition off.
Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on
the rate of deceleration, the hazard warning
lamps come on automatically. They switch off
automatically when you next accelerate.
They can be turned off by pressing the button
again.
Horn

► Press the central part of the steering wheel.
Emergency or assistance
call



* In accordance with the general conditions of use of the service, available from dealers and subject to technological and technical limitations.
** In areas covered by ‘Localised Emergency Call’ and ‘Localised Assistance Call’. The list of countries covered and telematic services provided is available from dealers or on the website for your country .

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5Horn

► Press the central part of the steering wheel.
Emergency or assistance
call



* In accordance with the general conditions of use of the service, available from dealers and subject to technological and technical limitations.
** In areas covered by ‘Localised Emergency Call’ and ‘Localised Assistance Call’. The list of countries covered and telematic services provided is available from dealers or on the website for your country .
Localised Emergency Call
(PE112)
► In an emergency, press button 1 for more
than 2 seconds.
The lighting of the indicator lamp and a voice
message confirm that the call has been made to
the emergency services *.
‘Localised Emergency Call’ immediately locates
your vehicle and puts you in contact with the
appropriate emergency services **.
► Pressing again immediately cancels the request.
The indicator lamp flashes when the vehicle
data is sent, and then remains lit when
communication is established.
If an impact is detected by the airbag
control unit, an emergency call is made
automatically, independently of the
deployment of any airbags.
‘Localised Emergency Call’ is a service
that can be accessed free of charge.
System operation
– Upon switching on the ignition, if the indicator lamp lights up red, then green, and then goes
out: the system is operating correctly.
– If the indicator lamp is fixed red: system malfunction– If the indicator lamp flashes red: replace the emergency battery.
In the latter two cases, emergency and
assistance call services may not work.
Contact a dealer or a qualified repairer as soon
as possible.
The system fault does not prevent the vehicle from being driven.
Data processing
All processing of personal information
by the "Localised Emergency Call" system
(PE112) complies with the framework for
protection of personal information established
by Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) and
Directive 2002/58/EC of the European
Parliament and the Council, and in particular,
seeks to protect the vital interests of the
data subject, in accordance with Article 6.1, paragraph d) of Regulation 2016/679.
Personal information processing is strictly
limited to the management of the "Localised
Emergency Call" system used with the “112”
European single emergency call number.
The "Localised Emergency Call" system is
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data relating to the vehicle: chassis number,
type (passenger vehicle or light commercial
vehicle), fuel type or power source, most
recent three locations and direction of travel,
and a timestamped log file recording the
automatic activation of the system.
The recipients of the processed data are the
emergency call handling centres designated
by the relevant national authorities in the
territory in which they are located, enabling
priority reception and handling of calls to the
“112” emergency number.
Data storage
Data contained in the system’s memory
is not accessible from outside the system until
a call is made. The system is not traceable
and is not continuously monitored in its
normal operating mode.
The data in the system's internal memory is
automatically and continuously erased. Only
the vehicle’s three most recent locations are
stored.
When an emergency call is triggered, the data
log is stored for no more than 13 hours.
* According to the geographic coverage of ‘Localised Emergency Call’, ‘Localised Assistance Call’ and the official national language chosen by the owner of the vehicle.
The list of countries covered and telematic services provided is available from dealers or on the website for your country .
Access to data
You have the right to access the data
and, if necessary, submit a request to
rectify, erase or restrict the processing of
any personal information not processed in
accordance with the provisions of Regulation
2016/679 (GDPR). Third parties to which data
has been communicated shall be notified of
any rectification, erasure or restriction carried
out in accordance with the aforementioned
Directive, unless doing so would be
impossible or require a disproportionate effort.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint
with the relevant data protection authority.
Localised Assistance Call
► If the vehicle breaks down, press button 2
for more than 2 seconds to request assistance
(confirmed by a voice message *).
► Pressing again immediately cancels the request.
Privacy mode allows you to manage the
level of sharing (data and/or position)
between your vehicle and the CITROËN
brand.
It can be configured in the Settings menu on
the touch screen.
By default, depending on equipment,
deactivate/reactivate geolocation by
simultaneously pressing the 2 buttons, then
press the "Localised Assistance Call" button
to confirm.
If you purchased your vehicle outside the
CITROËN dealer network, we invite you
to have a dealer check the configuration of
these services and, if desired, modify them to
suit your wishes. In a multilingual country,
configuration is possible in the official national
language of your choice.
For technical reasons, in particular to
improve the quality of telematic services
for customers, the Manufacturer reserves the
right to carry out updates to the vehicle's
on-board telematic system at any time.
If you benefit from the Citroën Connect
Box offer with the SOS and Assistance
Pack included, there are additional services
available to you in your personal space, via
the website for your country.
For information about the SOS and
Assistance Pack, please refer to the general
conditions for these services.
Electronic stability control
(ESC)
The electronic stability control programme includes the following systems:
– Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD).– Emergency braking assistance (EBA).– Anti-slip regulation (ASR).– Dynamic stability control (DSC).
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and Electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
These systems enhance the vehicle’s stability
and handling during braking, and enable greater
control while cornering, particularly on poor or
slippery road surfaces.
ABS prevents wheel locking in the event of
emergency braking.
EBFD manages the braking pressure wheel by
wheel.
This warning lamp comes on fixed in the event of an ABS malfunction.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at a moderate speed.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
This warning lamp, when lit together with the STOP and ABS warning lamps,
accompanied by a message and an audible
signal, indicates an EBFD malfunction.

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5Electronic stability control
(ESC)
The electronic stability control programme includes the following systems:
– Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD).– Emergency braking assistance (EBA).– Anti-slip regulation (ASR).– Dynamic stability control (DSC).
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
These systems enhance the vehicle’s stability
and handling during braking, and enable greater
control while cornering, particularly on poor or
slippery road surfaces.
ABS prevents wheel locking in the event of
emergency braking.
EBFD manages the braking pressure wheel by
wheel.
This warning lamp comes on fixed in the event of an ABS malfunction.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at a moderate speed.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
This warning lamp, when lit together with the STOP and ABS warning lamps,
accompanied by a message and an audible
signal, indicates an EBFD malfunction.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
The normal operation of the ABS may result in slight vibrations in the brake
pedal.
When braking in an emergency, press
very firmly and maintain this pressure.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved for your
vehicle.
After an impact, have these systems checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Emergency braking
assistance (EBA)
In an emergency, this system enables you
to reach the optimum braking pressure more
quickly and therefore reduce the stopping
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by a
reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an
increase in braking efficiency.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR) / Dynamic stability control
(DSC)
Anti-slip regulation optimises traction using
engine braking and by applying the brakes on
the driving wheels to avoid wheel spinning. It
also enhances the vehicle's directional stability
while accelerating.
If there is a difference between the vehicle’s
trajectory and the path desired by the driver, the
dynamic stability control system automatically
uses engine braking and the brakes on one or
more wheels to return the vehicle to the desired
path, within the limits of the laws of physics.
These systems are activated automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a grip
or trajectory problem.
This warning lamp on the instrument panel flashes to indicate that they are
operating.
Deactivation / Reactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle stuck
in mud, immobilised in snow, on soft ground,
etc.), it may be useful to deactivate the ASR
system to freely spin the wheels and regain
traction.
Reactivate the system as soon as the level of
grip permits.
It is set via the Driving / Vehicle touch
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► Or, depending on version, turn the “Grip control” knob to this position.Deactivation is confirmed by the illumination of this indicator lamp in the
instrument panel and the display of a message.
The ASR system is reactivated automatically
every time the ignition is switched back on or
from 31 mph (50 km/h).Reactivation is manual below 31 mph (50 km/h).
Malfunction
In the event of a system malfunction, this warning lamp comes on, accompanied by
an onscreen message and audible signal.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the systems checked.
ASR / DSC
These systems enhance safety during
normal driving, but should not encourage
the driver to take extra risks or drive at high
speed.
It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain, snow,
ice) that the risk of loss of grip increases. It
is therefore important for your safety to keep
these systems activated in all conditions, and
particularly in difficult conditions.
Correct operation of these systems depends
on compliance with the manufacturer's
recommendations relating to the wheels
(tyres and rims), braking and electronic
components, as well as the assembly and
repair procedures used by CITROËN dealers.
The use of snow tyres is recommended, to
ensure that these systems remain effective
in winter conditions. All four wheels must be
fitted with tyres approved for the vehicle.
Grip control
A special, patented traction control system which improves driveability on snow, mud and sand.
This system, optimised for operation in a range
of conditions, enables you to manoeuvre in most
slippery conditions (encountered during normal
passenger car use).
When combined with all-season Peak Mountain
Snow Flake tyres, this system offers a
compromise between safety, grip and driveability.
The accelerator pedal should be pressed
sufficiently to allow the system to harness the
power of the engine. Operation at high engine
speeds is completely normal.
A five-position selector knob allows you to
choose the setting best suited to the driving
conditions encountered.
An indicator lamp associated with each mode
comes on, accompanied by the display of a
message to confirm your choice.
Operating modes


Standard (ESC)
This mode is calibrated for a low level of wheel spin, based on the different levels
of grip normally encountered on the road.
Whenever the ignition is switched off, the
system automatically resets to this mode.
Snow
This mode adapts its strategy to the conditions of grip encountered for each of
the two front wheels on moving off.
(mode active up to 50 mph (80 km/h))
All terrain (mud, damp
grass, etc.)
This mode, when moving off, allows considerable spin on the wheel with the
least grip to optimise clearing of the mud and to
regain grip. At the same time, the wheel with the
most grip is controlled in such a way as to
transmit as much torque as possible.
When moving, the system optimises wheel spin
to respond to the driver's requirements as fully
as possible.
(mode active up to 31 mph (50 km/h))
Sand
This mode allows little spin on the two driving wheels at the same time to allow
the vehicle to move forward and limit the risks of
getting stuck in the sand.
(mode active up to 75 mph (120 km/h))
Do not use the other modes on sand as
the vehicle may become stuck.
You can deactivate the ASR and DSC systems by turning the knob to the "OFF "
position.
The ASR and DSC systems will no longer act on the operation of the engine