rear view mirror CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS 2022 Owners Manual

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Instruments and controls
Steering mounted controls
1
Bonnet release
2
Dashboard fuses
3
Courtesy lamp
Warning lamp display for
the seat belts and front passenger airbag
Panoramic opening sunroof controls
Rear view mirror
Emergency and assistance call buttons
4
Monochrome screen with audio system
Touch screen with
CITROËN Connect Radio
or CITROËN Connect Nav
5
Ventilation
Heating
Manual air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning
Front demist/defrost
Rear screen demist/defrost
6
Stop & Start button
Gearbox controls
7
Parking brake
8
USB port
12 V socket
9
Horn
10
Instrument panel
1
External lighting/direction
indicator control stalk
2
Wiper/screenwash/trip
computer control stalk
3
Audio system adjustment controls
4
Speed limiter controls/cruise control
Over view

64
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:
-
d
irect arrival in the passenger compartment
(air intake),
-

p
assage through a heating circuit (heating),
-

p
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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Three flashes
F Press briefly upwards or downwards, without going beyond the point of
resistance; the direction indicators will flash
3 times.
Automatic illumination of
headlamps
When the ring is at the " AUTO" position
and a low level of ambient light is detected
by a sunshine sensor, the number plate
lamps,


sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps
are switched on automatically, without any
action on the part of the driver. They can also
come on if rain is detected, at the same time as
automatic operation of the windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a
sufficient level or after the windscreen wipers
are switched off, the lamps are switched off
automatically.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction of the
sunshine sensor, the lighting comes
on, this warning lamp is displayed in
the instrument panel accompanied
by an audible signal and/or a
message.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop. Do not cover the sunshine sensor,
integrated with the rain sensor and located
at the top centre of the windscreen behind
the rear view mirror; the associated
functions would no longer be controlled.
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may
detect sufficient light. In this case, the
lighting will not come on automatically.
Daytime running lamps/
Sidelamps
In daytime running lamps mode, the
diodes are brighter.
The front and rear lamps light up automatically
when the engine starts.
They provide the following functions:
-

D
aytime running lamps (lighting control stalk
in " AUTO " position with adequate light level). -

S
idelamps (lighting control stalk in "
AUTO"
position with low light levels or "Sidelamps
only" or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").
Parking lamps
Vehicle side marking by illumination of the
sidelamps on the traffic side only.
F

D
epending on version, within one minute
of switching off the ignition, operate the
lighting control stalk up or down depending
on the traffic side (for example, when
parking on the left: lighting control stalk
upwards; the right-hand sidelamps come
o n).
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88
With audio system
In the "Personalisation-
configuration " menu, activate/
deactivate " Rear wipe in reverse
gear ".
With touch screen
F In the Driving/Vehicle menu,
select the " Vehicle settings "
tab, then " Comfort" and
activate/deactivate " Rear wiper
in reverse ".
Front windscreen wash
Pull the windscreen wash control towards you.
The windscreen wash and then the wipers
come on for a preset time. The height of the screen wash jets can be
adjusted. If you want to change them from
the factory setting, insert a needle into
each of the jets and position them.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This position permits release of the windscreen
wiper blades.
It is used for cleaning or replacement of the
wiper blades. It can also be useful, in winter, to
release the wiper blades from the windscreen.
F

I
n the minute following ignition switch-off,
any operation of the wiper control stalk will
position the wiper blades vertically.
F
T
o park the wiper blades again, switch on
the ignition and operate the wiper stalk.
To maintain the effectiveness of the wiper
blades, it is advisable to:
- h andle them with care,
- c lean them regularly using soapy
water,
-

a
void using them to retain cardboard
on the windscreen,
-

r
eplace them at the first signs of wear.
Automatic windscreen
wipers
The windscreen wipers operate automatically
once rain is detected (sensor behind the
rear view mirror), adapting their speed to the
intensity of the rain without any action on the
part of the driver.
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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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Lighting and visibility

149
Blind spot monitoring
This system warns the driver of the presence of
another vehicle in the blind spot angle of their
vehicle (areas hidden from the driver's field
of vision), as soon as this presents a potential
danger.
A warning lamp appears in the door mirror on
the side in question:
-
i

mmediately, when being overtaken,
-

a
fter a delay of about one second, when
overtaking a vehicle slowly. This driving aid system is designed to
improve safety when driving and is in no
circumstances a substitute for the use
of the interior rear view mirror and door
mirrors. It is the driver's responsibility to
constantly check the traffic, to assess the
distances and relative speeds of other
vehicles and to predict their movements
before deciding whether to change lane.
This system is a driving aid that cannot,
in any circumstances, replace the driver’s
own vigilance.
Activation/Deactivation
The system can be activated or deactivated
from the vehicle configuration menu.
F

I
n the Driving/Vehicle menu,
select the " Vehicle settings "
tab, then " Security" and
activate/deactivate " Blind spot
sensors ".
This indicator lamp lights up on the
instrument panel.
Sensors fitted in the front and rear bumpers
monitor the blind spots.
The status of the system remains in memory
when the ignition is switched off. The system is automatically deactivated
when towing with a towbar approved by
CITROËN.
Operation
The alert is given by a warning lamp which
comes on in the door mirror on the side in
question as soon as a vehicle – car, lorry, cycle
– is detected.
The following conditions must be met for this:
-

a
ll vehicles are moving in the same direction
and in adjacent lanes,
-

t
he speed of your vehicle must be between
7 and 87
mph (12 and 140 km/h),
-

y
ou overtake a vehicle with a speed
difference of less than 6
mph (10 km/h),
-

a v
ehicle overtakes you with a speed
difference of less than 15
mph (25 km/h),
-

t
raffic is flowing normally,
-

w
hen overtaking a vehicle over a certain
period of time and the vehicle being
overtaken remains in the blind spot,
-

y
ou are driving on a straight or slightly
curved road,
-

y
our vehicle is not pulling a trailer, a
caravan, etc.
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Driving

154
Activation
Activation is automatic on engaging reverse at
a speed lower than 6 mph (10 km/h).
On display of the sub-menu, select one of the
four views:
The function will be deactivated:
- I f a trailer is attached or a bicycle carrier
is fitted on a towbar (vehicle fitted
with a towbar installed in line with the
manufacturer's recommendations).
-

A
bove about 6 mph (10 km/h).
-

O
n opening the tailgate.
-

W
hen shifting out of reverse (the image
remains displayed for 7
seconds).
-

B
y pressing the red cross in the top left-
hand corner of the touch screen.
You can choose the display mode at any time
by pressing on this area.
"Standard view".
"180° view".
"Zoom view".
"AUTO m o de". Check the cleanliness of the camera lens
regularly.
Clean the reversing camera regularly
using a soft, dry cloth.
AUTO mode
This mode is activated by default. Using sensors in the rear bumper, the
automatic view changes from a rear view to a
view from above, as an obstacle is approached
at the level of the red line (less than 30
cm)
during a manoeuvre.
Standard view
The area behind the vehicle is displayed on the
screen.
The blue lines represent the width of your
vehicle with the mirrors unfolded; the direction
changes with the position of the steering wheel.
The red line represents a distance of 30
cm
from the rear bumper, the two blue lines 1
m
and 2
m respectively.
This view is available with AUTO mode or in the
view selection menu.
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Zoom view
Obstacles may appear further away than
they actually are.
It is important to check the sides of the
vehicle during the manoeuvre, using the
mirrors.
The rear parking sensors also provide
information on the vehicle's surroundings.
The camera records the vehicle's surroundings
during the manoeuvre in order to create a
view from above the rear of the vehicle in its
near surroundings, allowing the vehicle to be
manoeuvred around obstacles nearby.
This view is available with AUTO mode or in the
view selection menu.
180° view
Quick start mode
Park Assist
This system provides active assistance with
parking: it detects a parking space then
operates the steering system to park in this
space.
With a manual gearbox, the driver manages
the accelerator, brakes, gears and clutch.
With an automatic gearbox , the driver
manages the accelerator, brakes and gears.
The 180° view facilitates reversing out of a
parking bay, making it possible to see the
approach of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.
This view is not recommended for carrying out
a complete manoeuvre.
It is made up of 3 areas: left A
, centre B and
right C .
This view is available only from the view
selection menu. This mode displays, as quickly as possible, the
contextual view (left-hand part) and the view
from above the vehicle.
A message is displayed advising you to check
your vehicle's surroundings before starting the
manoeuvre.
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Driving

215
KKey ...................................................... 41, 43-46
Key, electronic ........................................... 43-44
Keyless Entry and Starting ......43, 45, 11 9 , 121-12 2Key not recognised ....................................... 12 3
Key with remote control ................................11
9
Kit, hands-free
.................... 2

5 -26, 13 -14 , 1 0 -11
Kit, temporary puncture repair
...... 18

4 -185, 187
LLabels, identification ..................................... 2 11
Lamp, boot .............................................. 70, 197
Lamps, parking


............................................... 82
Lamps, rear


................................................... 195
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
...148
LEDs – Light-emitting diodes
................. 8

2, 193
Level, brake fluid
........................................... 17 7
Level, Diesel additive


.................................... 178
Level, engine coolant


.......................25, 17 7-178
Level, engine oil
............................... 28, 176 -17 7
Level, screenwash fluid

................................17

8
Levels and checks

..............................
...175 -178
Light-emitting diodes – LEDs
......... 8

2, 193 , 197
Lighting, cornering


.......................................... 86
Lighting, directional


......................................... 85
Lighting, guide-me home


................................83
Lighting, interior
...............................

.........78 -79
Lighting, mood


................................................ 79
Lighting, welcome


........................................... 83
Load reduction mode


.................................... 172
Locating your vehicle


...................................... 42
Locking
...............................

.......................42, 45
Locking from the inside
...................................49
Low fuel level

......................................... 16

6 -167
MMap reading lamps .........................................78
M arkings, identification .................................2 11
Mat


............................................................ 71, 74
Memorising a speed

..............................13

3 -13 4
Menu


............................................................... 12
Menu, main
....................................................... 4
M

enus (audio) ........................................ 3-5, 4-5
Messages


........................................................ 28
Messages, quick
............................................. 28
M

irror, rear view .............................................. 64
Mirrors, door .................................... 63, 14 9 -15 0
Misfuel prevention


......................................... 167
Mountings, ISOFIX


....................................... 112
MP3 CD
............................................................. 9
NNet, storage..................................................... 75
Number plate lamps ...................................... 19 6
OOil, engine .............................................. 176 -17 7
Oil change .............................................. 17
6 -17 7
Oil consumption


..................................... 176 -17 7
On-board tools


........................................ 77, 185
Opening the bonnet


...............................174 -175
Opening the boot


..........................42- 43, 48-49
Opening the doors


..............................42- 43, 48
PPads, brake ................................................... 18 0
Paint colour code .......................................... 2 11
Parcel shelf, rear


............................................. 76
Park Assist

...............................
.....15 5 , 157 , 159
Parking brake


........................................ 124, 18 0
Parking sensors, front ...................................151
Parking sensors, rear .................................... 151
Plates, identification ...................................... 2 11
Player, Apple
® ..................................... 24, 10, 10
Player, MP3 CD ............................... ............23, 9
Player, USB

............................................. 23, 9, 7
Port, USB

.................................... 71, 73 , 23 , 9, 7
Pre-heater, Diesel


........................................... 21
Pressures, tyres


.................................... 188, 2 11
Pre-tensioning seat belts


.............................. 101
Priming the fuel system
................................ 18 4
Profiles


...................................................... 30, 16
Protecting children


....102-103 , 105 -107 , 111 -115
Puncture


........................................ 18 4 -185, 187
RRadio ......................................... 21, 24 , 6, 9, 4-5
Radio, digital (Digital Audio Broadcasting – DAB)
............................22, 8, 6
Range, AdBlue


.......................................... 28-29
RDS
................

....................................... 21-22, 7
Rear screen, demisting


...................................70
Recharging the battery


.........................203-204
Recirculation, air


....................................... 66-69
Reduction of electrical load


..........................172
Regeneration of the particle filter
.................179
Reinitialisation of the under- inflation detection system


....................162-163
Reinitialising the remote control
..................... 47
R

eminder, key in ignition
...............................12

1
Reminder, lighting on
...................................... 81
R

emote control

.......................................... 41- 4 5
Removing a wheel
................................ 19 0 -192
Removing the mat


........................................... 74
Replacing bulbs
.................................... 19

3, 195
Replacing fuses


..................................... 197-2 01
Replacing the air filter
................................... 17

9
Replacing the oil filter
................................... 17

9
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