air condition CITROEN C4 PICASSO 2020 User Guide

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1.Temperature adjustment on driver/
passenger side.
2. Air flow adjustment.
3. Air distribution adjustment.
4. Air intake/Air recirculation.
5. Air conditioning on/off.
Temperature adjustment
The driver and front passenger can each set
the temperature independently of one another.
F

P
ress one of the arrows 1
t
o decrease (blue)
or increase (red) the value.
The value indicated corresponds to a
level of
comfort and not to a
precise temperature.
It is recommended that you avoid a
difference
of more than 3
in the settings for left and right.
Air flow adjustment
F Press one of the buttons 2 ( - or +) to
decrease or increase the speed of the air
booster fan.
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in
progressively as the speed of the fan is
increased.
By reducing the air flow to a
minimum, you are
stopping ventilation.
Avoid driving for too long without
ventilation – risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality!
Air distribution adjustment
You can vary the air distribution in the
passenger compartment using the buttons 3 .
Windscreen.
Footwells.
Central and side vents.
Illumination of the button indicates the presence
of pulsed air in the specified direction.
Air intake/Air recirculation
For more information on Recirculation of
interior air , refer to the corresponding section.
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It enables you to:
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l
ower the temperature, in summer,
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i

ncrease the effectiveness of the demisting
in winter, above 3°C.
F

P
ress button 5 to activate/deactivate the air
conditioning system.
When the indicator lamp is on, the air
conditioning function is activated.
The air conditioning does not operate when
the air flow adjustment is inhibited.
To obtain cool air more quickly, you can
use recirculation of the interior air for a
few
moments. Then return to the intake of
exterior air.
Switching off the air conditioning may result
in some discomfort (humidity, condensation).
For a uniform distribution of air in the
p assenger compartment, the three buttons can
be activated simultaneously.
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Dual-zone automatic air
conditioning
The air conditioning operates with the engine
running, but the ventilation and its controls are
available with the ignition on.
Operation of the air conditioning and regulation
of temperature, air flow and air distribution in
the passenger compartment are automatic.
Press the button for the Air Conditioning
menu to display the page of controls for the air
conditioning system.
Temperature adjustment
The driver and front passenger can each set
the temperature independently of one another.
F

P
ress one of the arrows 1
t
o decrease (blue)
or increase (red) the value.
The value indicated corresponds to a
level of
comfort and not to a
precise temperature.
It is recommended that you avoid a
difference
of more than 3
in the settings for left and right.
Air flow adjustment
F Press one of the buttons 2 ( - or +) to
decrease or increase the speed of the fan.
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in
progressively as the speed of the fan is
increased.
By reducing the air flow to minimum, you are
stopping ventilation.
" - - - " is displayed.
Avoid driving too long without ventilation
– risk of misting and deterioration of air
quality!
Air distribution adjustment
You can vary the air distribution in the
passenger compartment using the buttons 3 .
Windscreen.
Footwells.
Central and side vents.
Illumination of the button indicates the
presence of pulsed air in the specified
direction.
In AUTO mode, the three buttons are off.
Air intake/Air recirculation
For more information on Recirculation of
interior air , refer to the corresponding section.
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It enables you to:
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l
ower the temperature, in summer,
1.
Temperature adjustment on driver/
passenger side.
2. Air flow adjustment.
3. Air distribution adjustment.
4. Air intake/Air recirculation.
5. Air conditioning on/off.
6. Automatic mode.
7. Mono function.
8. Access to the secondary page.
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Mode AUTO
F Press button 5 to activate/deactivate the air
conditioning system.
When the indicator lamp is on, the air
conditioning function is activated.
The air conditioning does not operate when
the air flow adjustment is inhibited.
To obtain cool air more quickly, you can
use recirculation of the interior air for a
few
moments. Then return to the intake of
exterior air.
Switching off the air conditioning may result
in some discomfort (humidity, condensation).
Automatic comfort
programme
F Press the " AUTO" button 6 to activate or
deactivate the automatic mode of the air
conditioning 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 selected.
F Go to the secondary page by pressing button 8 " OPTIONS " to adjust the automatic
comfort programme by choosing one of the
available settings. F

T
o change the current setting,
press the button several times
in succession to access 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 flow.
This setting is associated with AUTO mode
only. However, on deactivation of AUTO mode,
the last selected setting remains.
Changing the setting does not reactivate AUTO
mode if deactivated.
In cold weather with the engine cold, the
air flow is increased gradually until the
comfort setting has been reached, 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 setting requested, there
is no need to alter the value displayed in
order to reach more quickly the required
level of comfort. The system automatically
corrects the temperature difference as
quickly as possible. You can always choose to change a
setting
manually. In this case, the automatic comfort
programme is deactivated.
F
P
ress the "
AUTO" button 6 to activate the
automatic comfort programme again.
" Mono " function
The comfort setting for the passenger's side
can be indexed to the driver's comfort setting
(mono-zone).
F

P
ress the button 7 to activate/deactivate the
"Mono" function.
The function is deactivated automatically when
the passenger uses their temperature setting
buttons.
" Rear " function
This function gives rear passengers access to
the adjustment controls and enables:
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a
ir conditioned air to be circulated by the 2
nd
row outlets,
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r

ecirculated interior air to be circulated by
the 3
rd row outlets,
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i

ncrease the effectiveness of the demisting
in winter, above 3°C.
From the secondary page of the Air
conditioning menu:
F

P
ress this button to activate/
deactivate the "Rear" function.
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Settings for passengers in the
2nd rowSettings for passengers in the
third row
Ventilation with ignition on
function
F Turn the top dial to open or close the rear
vent.
F

T
urn the lower dial to decrease (to the left)
or increase (to the right) the air flow. F

P
ress on the vent's shutter.
F
A
djust the air flow of both vents using the
dial with four positions (off, low, medium,
h i g h).
F

D
irect the vent by turning the shutter.
With the ignition on, you can use the ventilation
system and access the Air conditioning menu
to control 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.
Recirculation of interior air
The intake of exterior air helps avoid and
eliminate misting of the windscreen and side
windows.
Recirculation of the interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from exterior odours
and fumes.
When required, this function can also be
used to speed up the heating or cooling of
the passenger compartment.
F

P
ress button 4 to recirculate the interior air
or to permit the intake of outside air.
When the indicator lamp is on, the air
recirculation function is activated, the intake of
exterior air is inhibited.
Avoid the prolonged use of interior
air recirculation – Risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality!
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Front demist – defrost
On/Off
F Press this button to demist or defrost the windscreen and side windows as quickly as
possible. The indicator lamp in the button
comes on.
The system automatically manages the air
conditioning (depending on version), air
flow and air intake, and provides optimum
distribution towards the windscreen and side
windows.
F

T
o switch off demisting/defrosting, press
this button again. The indicator lamp in the
button goes off.
With Stop & Start, when demisting/
defrosting has been activated, STOP
mode is not available.
Rear screen demist –
defrost
On/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.
Demisting/defrosting switches off automatically
to prevent excessive electrical consumption.
F

I
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.
Switch off the demisting/defrosting of
the rear screen and door mirrors as
soon as appropriate, as lower current
consumption results in reduced fuel
consumption. Rear screen demisting/defrosting can only
be operated when the engine is running.
Fragrance diffuser
Diffuses a fragrance in the passenger
c ompartment from the central air vents.
Your diffuser is fitted with an empty
cartridge when your vehicle is delivered.
You therefore need to install a
cartridge
before use.
Flow adjustment
F Turn button A to adjust (left to decrease, right to increase) or stop (completely to the
left) the fragranced air flow.
The central vents must be open.
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Do not attach or hang heavy objects on
the slide rail of the sun visor blinds.
Glove box
Depending on the equipment, it may include
a CD player.
F

T
o open the glove box, raise the handle.
It is illuminated when the lid is opened.
It is cooled by a
ventilation nozzle that can be
closed manually.
It is directly linked to your vehicle's air
conditioning system and is supplied with
fresh air whatever the setting required in the
passenger compartment.
The cooling of your glove box only functions
when the engine is running and the air
conditioning is on.
Portable console
The portable console is a removable storage
space fixed to the low centre console.
It includes a
sliding flap, an open storage
compartment and two cup holders.
Taking out the portable console
Sun visor supports
The window blinds are extended via the sun
visor supports.
Fold the support downwards to avoid glare from
ahead.
In case of glare through the door windows,
release the support from its central fixing and
turn it to the side.
The supports are fitted with a
locking system
on their central fixing when rolling up the
window blind. To remove or replace the
support, it must be positioned vertically.
If it is not fixed to its support, the portable
console must be stored in the boot. It
could turn into a
projectile in the event of
sudden braking or serious impact.
F

P
ull the unlocking control located at the
front of the console.
F

W
ith one hand, lift the front part of the
console.
F

W
ith the other hand, take the rear part to
free the portable console.
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Automatic operation of
hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on
the deceleration, the hazard warning lamps
come on automatically.
They switch off automatically when you next
accelerate.
F
Y
ou can also switch them off by pressing
the button.
Horn
F Press the central part of the steering wheel.
Emergency or assistance
call
Localised Emergency Call
** According to the geographic coverage of "Localised Emergency Call", "Localised
Assistance Call" and the official national
language chosen by the owner of the
vehicle.
T

he list of countries covered and Telematic
ser vices is available from dealers or on the
website for your country.
In an emergency, press
this button for more than
2
seconds.
The flashing LED and the
voice message confirm that
the call has been made to the
"Localised Emergency Call"
call centre*.
Pressing this button again immediately cancels
the request; the LED goes off.
The LED remains on (without flashing) when
communication is established.
It goes off at the end of the call. "Localised Emergency Call" immediately
locates your vehicle and contacts you in
your own language**, and – if necessary –
requests that relevant emergency ser vices be
dispatched**. In countries where the ser vice is
not available, or when the locating ser vice has
been expressly declined, the call is sent directly
to the emergency services (112) without the
vehicle location.
If an impact is detected by the airbag
control unit, an emergency call is made
automatically and independently of the
deployment of any airbags.
Operation of the system
When the ignition is switched on, the indicator
lamp comes on for 3 seconds indicating that
the system is operating correctly. *
I
n accordance with the general conditions
of use for the ser vice available from dealers
and subject to technological and technical
limitations.
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In emergency braking, press the brake
pedal hard and maintain this pressure.
After an impact, have these systems
checked by a CITROËN dealer or
a


qualified workshop.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)/
Dynamic stability control
(DSC)
Operation
These systems are activated automatically
every time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of
a problem with grip or trajectory.
Deactivation of the ASR
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
w hich is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate
the ASR system, so that the wheels can turn
freely and regain grip. F

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n the Driving
menu, select the " Driving
functions " tab, then " Traction control".
Deactivation is confirmed by the display of
a

message.
The ASR system no longer acts on the
operation of the engine or the brakes in the
event of an involuntary change of trajectory.
Reactivation of the ASR
The system is reactivated automatically every
time the ignition is switched back on or from
31
mph (50 km/h).
Below 31
mph (50 km/h), you can reactivate it
manually:
F

I
n the Driving menu, select the " Driving
functions " tab, then " Traction control".
Operating fault
The illumination of this warning
lamp, accompanied by an audible
signal and a
message, indicates that
there is a
fault with these systems. ASR/DSC
These systems offer increased safety
in normal driving, but they 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.
The correct operation of these systems
depends on observation of the
manufacturer's recommendations, not
only about the wheels (tyres and rims),
braking and electronic components but
also the assembly and repair procedures
used by CITROËN dealers.
To benefit in full from the effectiveness
of these systems in wintry conditions,
the vehicle must be fitted with four snow
tyres, allowing the vehicle to retain neutral
behaviour on the road.
This is indicated by flashing of this
warning lamp in the instrument
panel. Reactivate the system when grip conditions
allow.
Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the systems checked.
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Maintenance
In accordance with current safety
regulations, for all repairs on your
vehicle's seat belts, go to a qualified
workshop with the skills and equipment
needed, which a
CITROËN dealer is able
to provide.
Have your seat belts checked regularly
by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop, particularly if the straps show
signs of damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy
water or a
textile cleaning product, sold by
CITROËN dealers.
In the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and
seriousness of the impact , the
pyrotechnic pretensioner may be deployed
before and independently of the airbags.
Deployment of the pretensioners is
accompanied by a
slight discharge of
harmless smoke and a
noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge
incorporated in the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp
comes on.
Following an impact, have the seat
belts system checked and, if necessary,
replaced, by a
CITROËN dealer or
a


qualified workshop.Airbags
General information
This system contributes towards improving the
safety of passengers (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 event of a serious impact, the airbags
are deployed instantly and contribute
towards better protection of the passengers
(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
passengers,
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n the case of a minor or rear impact or
in certain rollover 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.
Impact detection zones
A. Front impact zone.
B. Side impact zone.
The deployment of one or more airbags
is accompanied by a
slight emission of
smoke and a
noise, due to the detonation
of the pyrotechnic charge incorporated in
the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive
individuals may experience slight irritation.
The detonation noise associated with the
deployment of an airbag may result in
a
slight loss of hearing for a short time.
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Going into engine START mode
This indicator lamp goes off and the
engine restarts automatically.
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ith a manual gearbox , when you fully
depress the clutch pedal.
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ith an automatic gearbox :
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g

ear selector in position D or M , when
you release the brake pedal,
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o

r gear selector in position N and brake
pedal released, when you place the gear
selector in position D or M ,
•
o

r when you engage reverse gear.
Special cases: START mode
activated automatically
START mode is activated automatically if:
- y ou open the driver's door,
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y

ou unfasten the driver's seat belt,
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t
he speed of the vehicle exceeds 16 mph
(25
km/h) with a manual gearbox (2 mph
(3
km/h) with PureTech 110, 130, THP 165,
180
and BlueHDi 100, 130 versions), 2 mph
(3
km/h) with an automatic gearbox,
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t
he electric parking brake is being applied,
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c

ertain specific conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance,
air conditioning setting, etc.) where the
engine is needed for control of the system
or vehicle.
Deactivation/Manual
reactivation
- certain special conditions (battery charge, engine temperature, braking assistance,
exterior temperature, etc.) where the engine
is needed for control of the
system.
In this case, this indicator lamp
flashes for a
few seconds then goes
of f.
This operation is perfectly normal.
In this case, this indicator lamp
flashes for a
few seconds, then goes
of f.
This operation is perfectly normal.
In certain circumstances, such as to
maintain the temperature in the passenger
compartment, it may be necessary to
deactivate the Stop & Start system. The system can be deactivated at any time,
once the ignition is switched on.
If the engine is in STOP mode, it then restarts.
The Stop & Start system is reactivated
automatically every time the ignition is switched
on.
The Stop & Start is deactivated in the Driving

menu of the touch screen.
Select "Stop & Start" to deactivate the system.
It is indicated by this warning lamp
coming on.
Select "Stop & Start" again to reactivate the
function. It is indicated by this indicator lamp
coming on.
Use of the adaptive cruise control
deactivates the Stop & Start function.
Operating fault
If the system fails, this warning lamp
flashes for a few seconds before
lighting up continuously, associated
with a


message.
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Driving