light CITROEN DS4 2023 Owner's Manual

53
Accumulations (water, dust, grime, salt...)
on the inner sur face of the door handle
may affect detection.
If cleaning the inner sur face of the door
handle using a cloth does not restore
detection, contact a network dealer or a
qualified workshop.
A sudden splash of water (stream of water,
high pressure jet washer, etc.) may be
identified by the system as the desire to
open the vehicle.
Locating your vehicle
This function allows you to identify your vehicle
from a distance, particularly in poor light. Your
vehicle must be locked.F

P
ress this button.
This will switch on the courtesy lamps and the
direction indicators will flash for around ten
seconds.
Back-up key integrated in the
Keyless Entry and Starting
The integral key is used to lock and unlock the
vehicle when the electronic key cannot operate:
-
c
ell battery flat, vehicle battery discharged
or disconnected, etc.
-

v
ehicle located in an area with strong
electromagnetic signals.
F

P
ull and hold button 1 , to extract the integral
key 2 .
If the alarm is activated, the audible signal
triggered on opening a door with the key
(integral with the remote control) will stop
when the ignition is switched on.
For reasons of safety and theft protection,
do not leave your electronic key in the
vehicle, even when you are close to it.
It is recommended that you keep it on your
person.
Locking the driver's door
F Insert the integral key in the door lock, then
turn it to the rear.
Unlocking the driver's door
F Insert the integral key in the door lock, then turn it to the front.
02
Access

69
Rear seats
Bench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and
split backrest (2/3 – 1/3) which can be folded
individually to adapt the load space in the boot.
Rear head restraints
These have one position for use (up) and a
stowed position (down).
They can also be removed.
To remove a head restraint:
F
r
elease the backrest using the control 1 ,
F

t
ilt the backrest 2 slightly forwards,
Folding the backrest
F Move the corresponding front seat for wards if necessary.
F

p

ull the head restraint upwards to the stop,
F

t

hen, press the lug A .
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be fitted and correctly
adjusted. F

P
lace the head restraints in the low position.
F

P
osition the seat belt between the outer and
centre head restraints to avoid trapping the
belt when repositioning the seat backrest.
F

P
ull control 1 for wards to release the seat
backrest 2 .
Returning the backrest to the normal position
F Put the seat backrest in the upright position
and lock it in place.
F

C
heck that the red indicator, located next to
the seat control, is no longer visible.
F

P
ut the seat belt back in place on the side of
the seat backrest.
When repositioning the seat backrest,
take care not to trap the seat belts.
F

F
old the seat backrest 2 on to the cushion.
03
Ease of use and comfort

72
Manual air conditioning
The air conditioning system operates only with
the engine running.
Day/night position
F Pull the lever to change to the "night" anti-dazzle position.
F

P
ush the lever to change to the normal
"day" position.
Automatic "electrochrome" model
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.
In order to ensure optimum visibility during
your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is
engaged. 1.
Temperature adjustment.
2. Air flow adjustment.
3. Air distribution adjustment.
4. Air intake/Air recirculation.
5. Air conditioning On/Off.
Adjusting the temperature
F Turn the dial to select a
position between blue (cold)
and red (hot) so as to adjust
the temperature to your
requirements.
03
Ease of use and comfort

73
Adjusting the air flow
This dial is used to increase or
decrease the speed of the air
booster fan.
F

T

urn the dial from position 1 to 5 to obtain
the desired flow of air.
F

I

f you place the air flow control in
position 0 , the system is deactivated.
A slight flow of air can still be felt,
resulting from the for ward movement of
the vehicle.
Avoid driving too long with the ventilation
off (risk of misting and deterioration of air
quality).
Adjusting the air distribution
This dial is used to arrange the air distribution
in the passenger compartment by combining
several air outlets. Windscreen and side windows.
Windscreen, side windows and
footwells.
Footwells.
Central and side air vents.
The air distribution can be
adapted by placing the dial in an
intermediate position.
Air intake/Air recirculation
The intake of exterior air prevents the formation
of condensation on the windscreen and side
windows.
Recirculation of the interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from exterior odours
and fumes.This function allows hot or cold air to be
delivered selectively and more quickly.
Return to exterior air intake as soon as
possible to avoid deterioration of the air
quality and the formation of condensation.
F
P
ress the button to recirculate
the interior air. The indicator
lamp comes on to confirm this.
F
P
ress the button again to allow
fresh outside air to enter. The
indicator lamp goes off to
confirm this.
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
efficiently in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It allows you:
-

t
o lower the temperature in summer,
-

t
o increase the effectiveness of the
demisting in winter, above 3°C.
03
Ease of use and comfort

77
This function does not operate the air
conditioning, only the air blower.
When the "REST" function is activated,
you cannot modify the temperature, air
flow and distribution settings: these are
controlled automatically according to the
exterior temperature.
This function is not available when the
Stop & Start is in STOP mode.
Deactivating the system
F Turn the air flow control to the left until all indicator lamps are
of f.
This action switches off the air conditioning and
the ventilation.
Thermal comfort is no longer controlled.
A

slight flow of air can still be felt, resulting from
the for ward movement of the vehicle. F

M
odify one of the settings
(temperature, air flow or air
distribution) or press the
AUTO button to reactivate the
system with the values set
before it was switched off.
Avoid prolonged operation in interior
air recirculation mode or driving for
long periods with the system off (risk of
condensation and deterioration of air
quality).
03
Ease of use and comfort

82
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- o nly use mats which are suited to the
fixings already present in the vehicle;
these fixings must be used,
-

n
ever place one mat on top of another.
The use of unapproved mats may inter fere
with access to the pedals and hinder the
operation of the cruise control/speed
limiter.
The approved mats have two fixings
located below the seat.
Cigar lighter/12 V accessory
s o c ket (s)
F To use a 12 V accessory (max power: 120 W), remove the cigar lighter and
connect a suitable adaptor.
You can use this socket to connect a telephone
charger, a bottle warmer, etc.
After use, put the cigar lighter
back into place
straight away.
F

T

o use the cigar lighter, press it in and wait a
few seconds until it pops out automatically. The connection of an unapproved
electrical device, such as a USB charger,
may adversely affect the operation of
vehicle electrical systems, causing faults
such as poor telephone reception or
interference with displays in the screens.
USB player
This connection box comprises a USB port and
a Jack auxiliary socket.
USB port
The USB port allows the connection of a
portable device, such as an iPod®-type digital
audio player, or a USB memory stick.
The USB reader reads your audio files which
are then transferred to the audio system and
played via the vehicle’s speakers.
These files are managed via the steering wheel
controls or from the audio system.
When connected to the USB port,
the portable device can be charged
automatically.
While charging, a message is displayed
if the power consumption of the portable
device exceeds the amperage supplied by
the vehicle.
The USB also allows a telephone to be
connected by a MirrorLink™ connection, so
that use can be made in the touch screen tablet
of certain applications on the telephone.
Jack auxiliary socket
The Jack auxiliary socket allows the connection
of a portable device, such as a digital audio
player, so that your audio files can be played
through the vehicle's speakers.
These files are managed from the portable
device.
03
Ease of use and comfort

83
Courtesy lamps
1.Front courtesy lamp
2. Front map reading lamps
3. Rear courtesy lamp
4. Rear map reading lamps
Front and rear courtesy lamps
In this position, the courtesy
lamp comes on gradually:
-

w

hen the vehicle is unlocked,
-

w

hen the key is removed from the ignition,
-
w

hen opening a door,
-

w

hen the remote control locking button is
activated, in order to locate your vehicle.
It switches off gradually:
-

w

hen the vehicle is locked,
-

w

hen the ignition is switched on,
-

3

0 seconds after the last door is closed. Permanently off.
Permanent lighting.
In "permanent lighting" mode, the lighting time varies
according to the circumstances:
-
w
hen the ignition is off, approximately ten minutes,
-

i
n energy saving mode, approximately thirty
seconds,
-
w

ith the engine running, unlimited.
When the courtesy lamp is in the
"permanent lighting" position, the rear
courtesy lamp also comes on, except if it
is in the "permanently off " position.
To switch off the rear courtesy lamp, put it
in the "permanently off " position.
Front and rear map reading
lamps
F With the ignition on, operate the corresponding switch.
Take care not to put anything in contact
with the courtesy lamps.
03
Ease of use and comfort

84
Interior mood lighting
The dimmed passenger compartment lighting
improves visibility in the vehicle when the light
i s p o o r.
Switching on
At night, the audio system and automatic
air conditioning illumination, together with
the illumination of the central dashboard
storage box, come on automatically when the
sidelamps are on.On certain versions, three LEDs, located in the
rail linking the rear view mirror to the roof come
on as well.
Switching off
The mood lighting switches off automatically
when the sidelamps are switched off.
It can be switched off manually by adjusting the
instrument panel lighting dimmer button to one
of the lowest settings.
Centre consoles
Semi-high version
1.
Front armrest
2. Open storage
3. Cup holders
4. Storage compartments
03
Ease of use and comfort

85
High version
1.Front armrest
2. 12 V accessory socket
3. Storage box
4. Cup holder/Bottle holder
5. Storage compartment or START/STOP
button (depending on version)
Front armrest
Comfort and storage system for the driver and
front passenger.
The height and length of the armrest cover can
be adjusted.
Adjusting the height
F Raise the cover to the required position
(low, intermediate or high).
F

I
f you raise the cover slightly beyond the
high position, guide it when lowering it to the
low position.
Longitudinal adjustment
F Slide the cover fully for wards or rear wards.
03
Ease of use and comfort

89
Hooks
These can be used to secure shopping bags.
12 V accessory socket
F To connect a 12 V accessory (max. power: 120 W), remove the cap and connect an
appropriate adaptor.
F

T
urn the key to the ignition on position.
Portable torch
Operation
This torch operates with NiMH type
rechargeable batteries.
It has a battery life of approximately 45 minutes
and charges while you are driving.
Observe the polarities when fitting the
rechargeable batteries.
Never replace the rechargeable batteries
with normal disposable batteries.
This is a removable lamp, fitted in the boot
wall, which can be used to light the boot or as
a torch.
For more information on the Boot lamp
, refer
to the corresponding section.
Use
F Extract the torch from its location pulling it upwards.
F

P
ress the switch, located on the back, to
switch the torch on or off.
F

U
nfold the support, located on the back,
to hold up the torch, for example, when
changing a wheel.
Storage
F Put the torch back in place in its location starting with the lower part.
If you have forgotten to switch off the torch,
this switches it off automatically.
If the torch is not engaged correctly, it may
not charge and may not come on when the
boot is opened.
03
Ease of use and comfort