dashboard Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD 2015 1.G Owner's Manual

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Passenger
airbag systemfixed.The control switch, located at the
passenger's end of the dashboard, is in
the
"ON " position.
The passenger's front airbag is activated.
In this case, do not install a rear ward
facing child seat on the front passenger
seat.Turn the control switch to the " OFF" position to
deactivate the front passenger's airbag.
You can install a rear ward facing child seat on the
front passenger seat, except if there is a fault with the
airbags (airbag warning lamp on).
Warning
/indicator lampis on Cause Action / Observations
Electric child
lock temporarily.
The electric child lock is activated. Displayed for a few seconds after activating the
function and every time the ignition is switched on.
For more information, refer to the "Child safety"
section.
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Deactivation indicator lamps
Warning/indicator lampis on Cause Action / Observations
Passenger's
airbag system fixed.
The control switch, located at the
passenger's end of the dashboard, is
set to the "OFF" position.
The passenger's front airbag is
deactivated.
You can install a rear ward facing
child seat on the front passenger
seat, except if there is a fault with the
airbags (airbag warning lamp on). Set the control switch to the "ON"
position to activate
the passenger's front airbag. In this case, do not
install a child seat in the rear ward facing position.
If one of the following indicator lamps comes on, this confirms that the corresponding system has been switched off intentionally.
This is may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the multifunction screen.
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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the guidelines on operation and
maintenance below:
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f the interior temperature remains very high after the vehicle has been parked in the
sun for a considerable time, first ventilate the passenger compartment for a
few minutes.
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lace the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air in
the passenger compartment.
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o obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located in the passenger compartment on both sides of the rear shelf.
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o not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard (behind the instrument
panel); this is used for regulation of the air conditioning system.
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perate the air conditioning system for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month to keep it
in good working order.
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nsure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly (see the "Checks" section).


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e recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its
second special active filter, 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).
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o ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have
it checked regularly.
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f the system does not produce cold air, do not use it and contact a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop. The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off the
air conditioning saves engine power and so improves towing capacity.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge
of water under the vehicle which is
perfectly normal.
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Scented air freshenerSystem permitting the diffusion of a fragrance in the passenger compartment in accordance with
your requirements, by means of the adjustment dial and the various fragrance cartridges available.
Fitting the cartridge
F Remove the cartridge from the sealing case.
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nstall the cartridge (flower at top right).
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ress the dial and turn it a quarter of a turn
clockwise.
This dial is located on the dashboard.
It allows you to adjust the intensity of diffusion
of the fragrance.
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urn the dial to the right to permit diffusion
of the fragrance.
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urn the dial to the left to stop diffusion of
the fragrance.
Fragrance cartridge
Removing the cartridge
F Press the dial and turn it a quarter of a turn anti-clockwise.
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emove the cartridge.
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efit its sealing case.
As a safety precaution, do not carry
out any action on the cartridge while
driving.
Do not dismantle the cartridges.
Do not attempt to refill the fragrance
diffuser or the cartridges.
Avoid all contact with the skin and eyes.
Keep out of reach of children and
animals. Do not discard the original cartridge as
this serves as a plug when no fragrance
cartridge is in use.
In order to preserve the service life of
the cartridge, turn the dial to the left
when you no longer wish to diffuse the
fragrance in the passenger compartment.
Leave the central vents open.
The intensity of diffusion of the
fragrance may depend on the
ventilation or air conditioning settings.
Adjustment dial
This cartridge can be removed easily.
You can change it at any time and store it in the
sealed case which keeps it closed once it has
been opened.
You can obtain different fragrance cartridges
from a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Mats
Removable carpet protection.
Refitting
To refit the mat on the driver's side:
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efit the fixings by pressing,
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heck that the mat is secured correctly.
Fitting
When fitting the mat for the first time, on the
driver's side use only the fixings provided in the
wallet attached.
The other mats are simply placed on the
carpet.
Removal
To remove the mat on the driver's side:
F m ove the seat as far back as possible,
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nclip the fixings,
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emove the mat.
Ticket holder
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:
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nly use mats which are suited to
the fixings already present in the
vehicle; these fixings must be used,
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ever fit one mat on top of another.
The use of mats not approved by
CITROËN may inter fere with access to
the pedals and hinder the operation of
the cruise control / speed limiter.
It is located at the top of the dashboard centre
panel.
It can be used to hold toll or parking tickets.
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Electric child lock
Switching on
F Press button A.The indicator lamp in button A comes on, accompanied
by a message in the multifunction screen.
This indicator lamp remains on until the child lock is
switched off.
Switching off
F Press button A again.
The indicator lamp in button A goes off,
accompanied by a message in the multifunction
screen.
This indicator lamp remains off until the child
lock is switched on. Switching the child lock on is
confirmed by the temporary
illumination of this warning lamp in
the translucent instrument panel.
Any other status of the indicator lamp
indicates a fault with the electric child
lock. Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
This system is independent and in no
circumstances does it take the place of
the central locking control.
Check the status of the child lock each
time you switch on the ignition.
Always remove the key from the ignition
when leaving the vehicle, even for a
short time.
Control system to prevent opening of the rear
doors using their interior controls and use of
the rear electric windows.
The control is located on the driver's door,
with the electric window controls, or on the
dashboard switch panel, if your vehicle is fitted
with manual rear windows.
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Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground...), it may be advisable to deactivate the
DSC and ASR systems, so that the wheels can
move freely and regain grip.
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ress the button, located in the centre of
the dashboard.
Illumination of the indicator lamp in the button
indicates that the DSC and ASR systems are
deactivated.
Reactivation
These systems are reactivated automatically
each time the ignition is switched back on or
from 30 mph (50 km/h).
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ress the button again to reactivate them
manually.
Operating fault
The illumination of this warning lamp
comes in the instrument panel and in
the button, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message in the multifunction
screen, indicates a fault in these systems.
Trajectory control systems
The anti-slip regulation (also known as traction
control) optimises traction to prevent skidding of
the wheels, by acting on the brakes of the driving
wheels and on the engine.
The electronic stability control acts on the brake
of one or more wheels and on the engine to keep
the vehicle on the trajectory required by the driver,
within the limits of the laws of physics.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
and dynamic stability
control (DSC)
This is indicated by flashing of this
warning lamp in the instrument panel.
Activation
These systems are activated automatically
each time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a grip
or trajectory problem. The DSC/ASR systems offer
exceptional safety in normal driving, but
this should not encourage the driver to
take extra risks or drive at high speed.
The correct operation of these
systems depends on observation of
the manufacturer's recommendations
regarding wheels (tyres and rims),
braking components, electronic
components and assembly and repair
procedures.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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Airbags
Front airbags
System which protects the driver and front
passenger in the event of a serious front impact
in order to limit the risk of injury to the head and
chest.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the
steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is
fitted in the dashboard above the glove box.
Deployment
The airbags are deployed, except for the
passenger's front airbag if it is deactivated,
in the event of a serious front impact applied
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 front
occupant of the vehicle and the dashboard to
cushion their for ward movement.
Impact detection zones
A. Front impact zone.
B. S ide impact zone.
General information
System designed to contribute towards improving
the safety of the occupants (with the exception of
the rear centre passenger) in the event of violent
collisions. The airbags supplement the action of
the seat belts fitted with force limiters (all except
the centre rear passenger belt).
If a collision occurs, the electronic detectors
record and analyse the front and side impacts
sustained in the impact detection zones:
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n the case of a serious impact, the airbags
are deployed instantly and contribute towards
better protection of the occupants of the
vehicle (with the exception of the rear centre
passenger); immediately after the impact,
the airbags deflate rapidly so that they do not
hinder visibility or the exit of the occupants,
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n the case of a minor or rear impact or in
certain roll-over conditions, the airbags
may not be deployed; the seat belt alone
contributes towards ensuring your protection
in these situations.
The airbags do not operate when the
ignition is switched off.
This equipment will only deploy once.
If a second impact occurs (during the
same or a subsequent accident), the
airbag will not be deployed again. Deployment of one or more of the
airbags is accompanied by a slight
emission of smoke and a noise, due
to the activation of the pyrotechnic
cartridge incorporated in the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive
individuals may experience slight
irritation.
The noise of detonation related to the
deployment of one or more airbags may
result in a slight loss of hearing for a
short time.
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Front airbags
Do not drive holding the steering wheel by its spokes or resting your hands on the centre part
of the wheel.
Passengers must not place their feet on the dashboard.
Do not smoke as deployment of the airbags can cause burns or the risk of injury from a
cigarette or pipe.
Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or hit it violently.
Do not fit or attach anything to the steering wheel or dashboard, this could cause injuries with
deployment of the airbags.
Lateral airbags
Use only approved covers on the seats, compatible with the deployment the lateral airbags.
For information on the range of seat covers suitable for your vehicle, you can contact a
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dealer.
For more information on accessories, refer to the corresponding section.
Do not fix or attach anything to the seat backs (clothing...). This could cause injury to the chest
or arms if the lateral airbag is deployed.
Do not sit with the upper part of the body any nearer to the door than necessary.
Curtain airbags
Do not fix or attach anything to the roof. This could cause injury to the head if the curtain
airbag is deployed.
If fitted on your vehicle, do not remove the grab handles installed on the roof, they play a part
in securing the curtain airbags.
For the airbags to be fully effective, observe the safety recommendations below:
Even if all of the precautions mentioned
are observed, a risk of injury or of minor
burns to the head, chest or arms when an
airbag is deployed cannot be ruled out. The
bag inflates almost instantly (within a few
milliseconds) then deflates within the same
time discharging the hot gas via openings
provided for this purpose.
Advice
Sit in a normal upright position.
Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
Do not leave anything between the
occupants and the airbags (a child, pet,
object...), nor fix or attach anything close to
the inflation trajectory of the airbags; this
could cause injuries during their deployment.
Never modify the original definition of your
vehicle, particularly in the area directly
around the airbags.
After an accident or if the vehicle has been
stolen or broken into, have the airbag
systems checked.
All work on the airbag system must be
carried out by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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Changing a fuseProcedure for replacing a failed fuse with a new fuse to rectify a failure of the corresponding function.
The extraction tweezer and the spare fuse
storage compartment are installed on the back
of the dashboard fusebox cover.
For access to them:
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pen the glove box,
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nclip the fuse access cover by pulling on
the side,
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emove the cover completely,
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emove the tweezer.
Changing a fuse
Before changing a fuse, the cause of the failure
must be identified and rectified.
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dentify the failed fuse by checking the
condition of its filament.
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se the special tweezer to extract the fuse
from its housing.
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lways replace the faulty fuse with a fuse
of the same rating.
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heck that the number marked on the
fusebox, the rating marked on the fuse and
the following tables all agree. Good
FailedCITROËN will not accept responsibility
for the cost incurred in repairing your
vehicle or for rectifying malfunctions
resulting from the installation of
accessories not supplied and not
recommended by CITROËN and
not installed in accordance with its
instructions, in particular when the
combined consumption of all of the
additional equipment connected
exceeds 10 milliamperes.Installing electrical
accessories
Your vehicle's electrical system is
designed to operate with standard or
optional equipment.
Before installing other electrical
equipment or accessories on your
vehicle, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Access to the tooling
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Practical information