light CITROEN C3 PLURIEL 2007 Owner's Manual
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ABS system
The ABS system enhances your safety by preventing the wheels from locking in the event of sudden braking or in conditions of poor road adherence. It enables you to retain control of the steering.
The functioning capability of all the electrical components essential to the ABS is monitored electronically before and during your journey. The ABS warning lamp lights up when you switch on the ignition: it should go out after a few seconds.
If the monitoring warning lamp does not go out, that means that the ABS has disconnected because there is a fault. Also, the fact that the monitoring warning lamp comes on durin g the journey shows that the ABS system is inactive. I n b o t h c a s e s , t h e n o r m a l b r a k i n g s y s t e m r e m a i n s e f fi c i e n t , e x a c t l y a s o n a v e h i c l e w i t h o u t A B S . H o w e v e r , i n o r d e r for the security associated with the correct functioning of the ABS to be restored, the vehicle should be examined as soon as possible by a CITROËN dealer.for the security associated with the correct associated with the
On roads with poor adherence (chippings, snow, ice etc.), it is always imperative to drive with prudence.
System of emergency braking assistance
(For vehicles with the ABS system)
The emergency braking assistance system helps you to attain the requ ired braking pressure more rapidly, thus to reduce the stopping distance. It operates as a function of the speed of action on the brake pedal, decreasing the resistance to this action. To prolong this action of the emerg ency braking assistance system, simply keep your foot on the brake pedal.
Emergency braking or sudden deceleration automatically operates th e hazard warning lamps. They will cease to operate automatically, or manually if you press the hazard lamps button on the dashboard.
B R A K E S
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Operational anomaly
If the system is malfunctioning, the warning lamp ESP lights up in the instrument panel.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the system checked.
The ESP system offers increased driving safety but is not in place to encourage the driver to take additional risks or to drive at excessive speeds.
The functioning of this system is subject to compliance with the manufacturer’s recommendations on wheels (tyres and rims), brake parts and electronic components, as well as with the assembly and repair procedures approved by CITROËN.on wheels (tyres and rims), brake parts and electronic parts and electronic
After any collision, have this system checked by a CITROËN dealer.
E L E C T R O N I C S T A B I L I T Y
P R O G R A M M E ( E S P )
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (vehicle stuck in snow, soft ground, etc.) it may prove useful to deactivate the ESP systems to allow the wheels to spin and thus regain traction.Press button A.
The warning lamp associated with control A (AESP Off) lights up, as does the ESP warning lamp on the instrument panel.
The ESP system is no longer active.
The ESP system reactivates:Automatically after the ignition has been switched off.ally
Automatically w h e n y o u d r i v e a t a b o v e a p p r o x . 5 0 k m / h ( a p p r o x . 3 0 m p h ) .ally
Manually with another press on button allyA.
This system is associated with the ABS and in addition to the ABS. In the event of a loss of control of the vehicle by the driver, the ESP system acts automati-cally on one or more wheels and also on the engine to bring the vehicle back on trajectory.
Operation
T h e E S P w a r n i n g l a m p fl a s h e s i n t h e i n s t r u m e n t p a n e l i f t h e E S P s y s t e m i s c o r -recting the vehicle's trajectory.
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Overspeed alert
Function for keeping to a desired maximum speed.
A short press on control E activates this function (the warning lamp lights up).
To pre-set or modify the desired alert speed, when you have reach ed this speed, give a long press on control E (located on the dashboard central p a n e l ) u n t i l y o u h e a r a c o n fi r m a t i o n g o n g .
An audible signal indicates that the programmed speed is being exceeded.
To cancel
Give another short press on control E to deactivate this function (the warn-ing lamp goes out).
Note: T h e o v e r s p e e d a l e r t o n l y f u n c t i o n s f o r s p e e d s a b o v e a r o u n d 3 0 k m / h ( a r o u n d 2 0 m p h ) .
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C r u i s e c o n t r o l m u s t o n l y b e u s e d w h e r e t h e t r a f fi c c o n d i t i o n s p e r m i t d r i v i n g a t a c o n s t a n t s p e e d .
Do not use it on congested roads or when the weather or the road conditions are poor.
This driving assistance function allows you to drive at the spee d of your choice without the need to action the accelerator.
T h i s d e v i c e i s a c t i v e a t s p e e d s a b o v e a p p r o x . 4 0 k m / h ( 2 5 m p h ) , i n t h e higher gears only.
The button A for cruise control is located on the lighting control stalk.
Remark: The information relating to the cruise control is displayed in the instrument panel screen at B. This display causes the trip computer infor-mation to disappear (if it is shown on the instrument panel).
To select the function
Turn the control 1 to the “CRUISE” position.
When you select the function via control 1, no speed has yet been memorised.
To select a cruise speed
Accelerate to the desired speed, then give a short press on butt on 2 or button 4.
The cruise speed is then memorised. It is shown in the display on instrument panel B.
You can then release the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will automatically keep to that chosen speed.
Remark: The vehicle speed may vary slightly from that memorised.
C R U I S E C O N T R O L
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This driving assistance function enables you to select a maximum speed that you wish not to exceed. This must be greater than 30 km/h (approx. 20 mph).
Control A for the speed limiter is situated below the lighting/signalling con-trol stalk.
Remark: The information relating to the speed limiter is displayed in the instrument panel screen at B. This display causes the trip computer infor-mation to disappear (if it is shown on the instrument panel).
To select the function
Turn control 1 to position “LIMIT”.
On selection of the function via control 1, the last speed memorised is displayed.
To adjust the maximum speed
When the engine is running, you can adjust the memorised spee d by either short presses or long presses on:Button 4 to increase the memorised speed.
Button 2 to decrease the memorised speed.
Remark: Successive presses will modify the cruise speed in steps of 1 km/h a n d a c o n t i n u o u s p r e s s i n s t e p s o f 5 k m / h ( 3 m p h ) .
Activation of the maximum speed
As the desired maximum speed is displayed, press control 3 to activate the speed limitation.
The information “OFF” then disappears from the dis-play.
While the function is active, actioning the accelerator pedal will not permit the programmed speed to be exceeded, unless you press t he pedal hard down past the tight spot. See “Temporary override of the maximum speed”.
Remark: The vehicle speed may vary slightly from that memo rised.
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V E N T I L A T I O N - H E A T I N G
Air inlet
Check that the exterior grille for the air inlet, at the bot-tom of the windscreen, is clean and free of dead leaves, snow, etc.
If washing the vehicle with a high pressure jet, avoid targeting the air inlet zone.
Air vents
The air vents to the face (except the central air vent) have g r i l l e s f o r o r i e n t i n g t h e fl o w o f a i r ( u p - d o w n , r i g h t - l e f t ) .
Air circulation
For your comfort we advise you to maintain a proper distribution of air within the cabin, both at the front and at the rear.
Air outlets are also located on the central console close to the gear lever, to enhance comfort for the rear pas-sengers.
P o l l e n fi l t e r – O d o u r fi l t e r
Y o u r a i r c o n d i t i o n i n g i n s t a l l a t i o n i s p r o v i d e d w i t h a fi l t e r for protection against dust and odours.
T h i s fi l t e r h a s t o b e c h a n g e d a c c o r d i n g t o t h e v e h i c l e maintenance schedule. See “Maintenance Guide”.
Air conditioning
Whatever the time of year, even in cool weather the air conditioning is useful in removing humidity and mist-ing.
To keep the air conditioning compressor well sealed, it is essential to operate the air conditioning at least once in every month.
To be effective, the air conditioning should only be used with the windows closed.
If you are towing a heavy trailer and outside tempera-tures are high, the air conditioning may be temporarily paused if the engine cooling requires this.
Water arising from condensation in the air conditioning system is evacuated through a hole provided for this purpose ; a pool of water may thus form underneath the vehicle when stationary.
You are advised to have the air conditioning system checked on a regular basis. See “Maintenance Guide”.
The air conditioning operates by using power from the engine. This results in a slight increase in fuel con-sumption.
Demisting - deicing of the wind-screen and front side windowsPlace the controls for temperature and a i r fl o w o n m a x i m u m .
Close the central air vents.
Operate the air conditioning.Note: You should not be in air recirculation.
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Air conditioning
The air conditioning only operates when the engine is running.
Press the control located on the control panel.
Warning lamp on = in operation
Air conditioning is obtained by the mixing of hot air and cold air. Control 4 allows you to adjust the air conditioning while control 5 is in operation.
To obtain refrigerated air, you should check that the air blower control 3 is not on position “0”.
Air recirculation
This function isolates the passen-ger compartment from disagree-able odours or smoke coming f r o m o u t s i d e a n d i n c r e a s e s t h e e f fi c i e n c y a n d rapidity of the air conditioning.
According to version, press on control A (warn-ing lamp comes on), or move control B.
The entry of air from outside is blocked.
This function should be cancelled when no longer needed in order to permit a renewal of cabin air and to prevent misting.Note: To obtain a rapid rise in cabin tempera-ture, place control A or B in the air recircula-tion position and control 4 on maximum in the 4red zone.
If after a prolonged stop in bright sunlight, the cabin temperature is very high:Open the windows for a few moments to let in air, then cl ose the windows again.
Adjust the temperature on control 4 to the maximum cold posi-tion.
Open the air vents.Use the recycled cabin air position.
Place the air blower control 3 to the position close to maxi-mum.
With comfort restored, action the air blower 3 and the tempera-ture control 4 to adjust comfort.
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To increase it.
To decrease it.
T h e l e v e l o f a i r fl o w i s i n d i c a t e d o n t h e d i s p l a y b y t h e p r o g r e s s i v e fi l l i n g o f t h e f a n b l a d e s ( s e v e n p o s s i b l e adjustment positions).
Note: If you place the air blower on position 0, the sys-tem is deactivated (the display disappears).
Note: I n A U T O p o s i t i o n t h e a i r fl o w d i s p l a y e d i s t h a t chosen by the system.
7 . A i r fl o w
Heater blower control. Press button:
8. Demisting - Defrosting
While it is operating, the warning lamp lights and the symbol appears on the display.
This control is for rapid deicing or demist-ing of the windscreen and side windows. It automati- c a l l y t r i g g e r s t h e a i r c o n d i t i o n i n g , o p t i m i s i n g a i r fl o w and air distribution for the continued comfort of the vehicle occupants.
To stop it, press again either on the button 8 or on the button “AUTO”.
9. Demisting - deicing of the rear screen
Press AUTO to return the system to its automatic function.
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A I R B A G S
In the front passenger's seat position, it is imperative to deactivate the front passenger's airbag if you are installing a “r ear-facing” child seat there. Otherwise the child risks being killed or serio usly injured should the airbag deploy.
Front passenger's airbag deactivation
In order to be able to use a rear-facing child seat in the front passenger's seat position, it is imperative to deactivate the passenger's airbag.
For that:With the ignition switched off, insert the key into the switch A.
Turn the key to the “OFF” position, the passenger's airbag is deactivated.
The front passenger's airbag deactivation warning lamp, in th e instrument panel, lights up when you switch on the ignition.
Reactivating the front passenger's airbag
Do not forget to reactivate the function.
For that:With the ignition switched off, insert the key into the switch A.
Turn the key to the “ON” position, the airbag is activated.
The warning lamp in the instrument panel lights up for a f ew seconds when you switch on the ignition.
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1. Interior lamps
Move the control 1 t o t h e 3 f o l l o w i n g p o s i t i o n s .
Automatic lighting of the interior lampsOn entering the vehicle:
They come on as soon as the vehicle is unlocked or a door is opened. T h e y g o o u t 3 0 s e c o n d s a f t e r t h e d o o r s a r e c l o s e d o r w h e n i g n i t i o n i s s w i t c h e d o n .
On vacating the vehicle: T h e y c o m e o n a s s o o n a s t h e i g n i t i o n k e y i s r e m o v e d ( t i m e d f o r 3 0 s e c o n d s ) , o r w h e n a d o o r i s o p e n e d .
T h e y g o o u t 3 0 s e c o n d s a f t e r a l l t h e d o o r s h a v e b e e n c l o s e d o r i m m e d i a t e l y a f t e r t h e v e h i c l e h a s b e e n l o c k e d .
2. Spotlamps
A press on one of the buttons 2 switches the corresponding spotlamp on or off.
These do not work if the ignition is off or in economy mode.
In this position, the interior lamp comes on when you open a door or the boot.
In this position, it is deactivated and remains permanently off. The spotlamps are deactivated.
In this position, lighting is permanent.