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If one of the doors or the boot is still
open, the central locking does not
take place; the vehicle locks then
immediately unlocks, identifiable by the
sound of the locks rebounding.
When the vehicle is locked, if it is
unlocked inadvertently, it will lock
again automatically after thirty seconds
unless a door or the boot is open.
Locking using the remote control
F Press the closed padlock to lock the vehicle.
Locking the vehicle
Locking is confirmed by the fixed illumination
of the direction indicators for approximately
two seconds.
Locking using the key
F Turn the key in the driver's door lock, towards the rear of the vehicle to lock it. This function allows you to identify your vehicle
from a distance, especially when the light is
poor. Your vehicle must be locked.
Locating your vehicle
Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has
a special code. When the ignition is switched
on, this code must be recognised in order for
starting to be possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks the
engine management system a few minutes
after the ignition is switched off and prevents
starting of the engine by anyone who does not
have the key.
In the event of a fault, you are
informed by illumination of this
warning lamp, an audible signal
and a message in the screen.
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ress the closed padlock on the
remote control.
This will bring on the courtesy lamps and
flashing of the direction indicators for a few
seconds.
Keep safely, away from your vehicle, the label
attached to the keys given to you on acquisition
of the vehicle. In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact
a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Check that the doors and boot are fully
closed.
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Lost keys
Go to a CITROËN dealer with the vehicle's registration document, your personal
identification documents and if possible the key code label.
The CITROËN dealer will be able to look up the key code and the transponder code
required to order a new key.
Remote control
The high frequency remote control is a sensitive system; do not operate it while it is in your
pocket as there is a possibility that it may unlock the vehicle, without you being aware of it.
Do not repeatedly press the buttons of your remote control out of range and out of sight of
your vehicle. You run the risk of stopping it from working and the remote control would have
to be reinitialised.
No remote control can operate when the key is in the ignition switch, even when the ignition
is switched off, except for reinitialisation.
Locking the vehicle
Driving with the doors locked may make access to the passenger compartment by the
emergency services more difficult in an emergency.
As a safety precaution, never leave children alone in the vehicle, except for a very short period.
In all cases, it is essential to remove the key from the ignition switch when leaving the vehicle.
Anti-theft protection
Do not make any modifications to the electronic engine immobiliser system; this could
cause malfunctions.
When purchasing a second-hand vehicle
Have the pairing of all of the keys in your possession checked by a CITROËN dealer, to
ensure that only your keys can be used to open and start the vehicle.Do not throw the remote control
batteries away, they contain metals
which are harmful to the environment.
Take them to an approved collection
point.
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Mirrors
Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass
providing the lateral rear ward vision necessary
for overtaking or parking. They can also be
folded for parking in confined spaces.
Door mirrors
Demisting - Defrosting
F Move control A to the right or to the left to select the corresponding mirror.
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ove control in all four directions to adjust.
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eturn control to the central position. Demisting-defrosting of the door
mirrors operates with the engine
running, by switching on the heated
rear screen.
Electric adjustment
The objects observed are, in reality,
closer than they appear.
Take this into account in order to
correctly judge the distance of vehicles
approaching from behind.
Manual folding
You can fold the mirrors manually (tight parking
space, narrow garage...).
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urn the mirror towards the vehicle.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should
be adjusted to reduce the "blind spots". For more information on demisting and
defrosting the rear screen, refer to the
corresponding section.
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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance
guidelines below:
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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 boot.
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o not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation
of the air conditioning system.
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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.
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nsure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly.
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e 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).
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o ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have
it checked regularly as recommended in the maintenance and warranty guide.
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f the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
If after an extended stop in sunshine,
the interior temperature is very high, first
ventilate 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 air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge
of water under the vehicle which is
perfectly normal.
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.
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning
systems only work when the engine
is running. To maintain a comfortable
temperature in the passenger
compartment, you can temporarily
deactivate the Stop & Start system
(see the corresponding section).
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Heating
Temperature adjustment
F Press one of these buttons or move the cursor from blue
(cold) to red (hot) to adjust the
temperature to your wishes.
Air flow adjustment
F Press one of these buttons to increase or decrease the air flow
from the system.
Avoid driving for too long without
ventilation (risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality).
The heating system works only when the engine is running.
The symbol for air flow (a fan) fills progressively
according to the air flow setting made.
By reducing the air flow to the minimum, you
are stopping ventilation of the passenger
compartment.
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ect the "
Air conditioning "
menu in the touch screen tablet
to display the controls page for
the system.
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Manual air conditioning
Temperature adjustment
F Press one of these buttons or move the cursor blue (cold)
to red (hot) to adjust the
temperature to your liking.
The air conditioning system operates with the engine running.
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 minimum, you are
stopping ventilation.
Avoid driving too long without ventilation
(risk of misting and deterioration of air
quality).
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ect the "
Air conditioning "
menu in the touch screen tablet
to display the controls page for
the system.
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Automatic air conditioning
Operation of the air conditioning and regulation
of temperature, air flow and air distribution in
the passenger compartment are automatic.Temperature adjustment
F Press one of this button to increase the value.
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ress one of this button to
decrease the value.
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ect the "
Air conditioning "
menu in the touch screen tablet
to display the controls page for
the system.
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
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ress the "AUTO"
button
to activate or deactivate the
automatic mode of the air
conditioning system.
Automatic comfort
programme
Activation / Deactivation
This air conditioning system operates with the engine running, but the ventilation and its controls are available with the ignition on.
The value indicated corresponds to a
level of comfort and not to a precise
temperature.
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In cold weather with the engine cold,
the air flow is increased gradually until
the system has warmed up, 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.
This setting is associated with AUTO mode
only. However, on deactivation of AUTO mode,
the last setting used remains on.
Changing the setting does not reactivate AUTO
mode if deactivated. To change the current setting press the button
for 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 f low.
Automatic programme mode
setting
F Go to the secondary page by pressing this button to
modulate the automatic comfort
programme, choosing one of the
modes offered.
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Avoid the prolonged use of interior
air recirculation (risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality).
It allows you:
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n summer, to lower the temperature,
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n winter, above 3 °C, to improve demisting.
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ress this button again to switch
off the air conditioning.
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ress this button to switch on the
air conditioning.
Air conditioning On/Off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
efficiently in all seasons, with the windows
closed. The intake of exterior air avoids and eliminated
misting of the windscreen and side windows.
Air intake/Air recirculation
The recirculation of interior air prevents exterior
odours and smoke from entering the passenger
compartment.
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ress this button to recirculate
the interior air.
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ress this button again to allow
the intake of exterior air.
The air conditioning cannot operate
when the air flow is set to off. This function also allows faster heating
or cooling of the air in the passenger
compartment.
Ventilation with "ignition
on" function
With the ignition on, you can use the
ventilation system and have access to the "
Air
conditioning " menu to adjust the air flow and
air distribution in the passenger compartment.
This function is available for a few minutes,
depending on the state of charge of the battery
of your vehicle.
This function does not activate the air
conditioning.
You can make use of the residual heat in the
engine to warm the passenger compartment
using the temperature setting buttons.
Switching on
Switching off
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Rear screen demist - defrost
Switching on
Switching off
F Press this button to demist /defrost the rear screen and
(depending on version) the door
mirrors. The indicator lamp in the
button comes on.
The demisting/defrosting switches off automatically
to prevent an excessive consumption of current.
The rear screen demist - defrost
can only operate when the engine is
running.
Switch off the heating of the rear screen
and door mirrors as soon as you judge it
possible, as reducing the consumption
of electrical current reduces fuel
consumption.
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t is possible to stop the
demisting/defrosting operation
before it is switched off
automatically by pressing this
button again. The indicator lamp
in the button goes off.
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