touch screen CITROEN DS7 CROSSBACK 2020 Owner's Manual

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Changing settings
► In the Heating Functions or Ventilated Seats
page, select the relevant seat.
►  Select an intensity from the three preset
levels: "1" (Low), "2" (Normal) or "3" (High).
The settings are memorised when the ignition is
switched off.
Do not use the function when the seat is
not occupied.
Reduce the heating intensity as soon as
possible.
When the seat and passenger compartment
have reached a satisfactory temperature,
switch the function off; reducing electrical
consumption in turn decreases energy
consumption.
Prolonged use of heated seats is not
recommended for people with sensitive
skin.
There is a risk of burns for people whose
perception of heat is impaired (e.g. illness,
taking medication).
To keep the heated pad intact and to prevent a
short circuit:
–

Do no
t place heavy or sharp objects on the
seat.
–

Do no
t kneel or stand on the seat.
–

Do no
t spill liquids onto the seat.
–

Ne
ver use the heating function if the seat
is damp.
Multipoint massage
System with a choice of type of massage and
adjustment of its intensity.
This system operates with the engine running, as
well as in STOP mode of the Stop & Start.
Activation/Deactivation
In the Seats touch screen application,
select the Massage tab.
►  Select the driver or passenger seat.
The corresponding page is displayed with the last
memorised settings.
If the settings are suitable, press to
activate/deactivate the function in the
Seats application.
If no action is taken, the display returns to its
initial state.
The function status is not memorised when the
ignition is switched off.
Changing settings
►  In the Massage page, select the seat
concerned.
►  Select a massage intensity from the three
preset levels: "1" (Low), "2" (Normal) or "3"
(High).
►  Select another type of massage from those
offered.
The modifications are taken into account
immediately and memorised when the ignition is
switched off.
Once activated, the system starts a one hour
massage cycle, made up of sequences of 6
minutes of massage followed by 3 minutes at
rest.
The system stops automatically at the end of the
cycle.
Steering wheel
adjustment


►  When stationary, pull the control to release
the steering wheel.
►  Adjust the height and reach to suit your driving
position.
►  Push the control to lock the steering wheel.
For safety reasons, these adjustments
must only be carried out with the vehicle
stationary.

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Mirrors
Door mirrors
Adjustment



►  Turn control A to the right or to the left to
select the corresponding mirror.
►  Move the control in any of the four directions
to adjust.
►  Return the control to the central position.
For optimum safety, adjust the mirrors to
reduce the "blind spot".
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.
Folding
Automatic: lock the vehicle using the electronic
key.
Manual: with the ignition on, move control
A downwards.
If the mirrors are folded using control A,
they will not unfold when the vehicle is
unlocked.
Unfolding
Automatic: unlock the vehicle using the electronic
key.
Manual: with the ignition on, move control A
upwards.
The mirrors can be folded manually if necessary.
Automatic folding/unfolding of the door
mirrors is configured in the Settings >
Vehicle touch screen application.
Before using an automatic car wash, fold the
mirrors.
Automatic tilting in reverse gear
Depending on version, this function allows you to
automatically tilt the mirrors downwards to assist
with parking manoeuvres in reverse gear.
With the engine running, on engaging reverse
gear, the mirror glasses tilt downwards.
They each return to their original positions:
–

A fe
w seconds after coming out of reverse gear.
–

O
nce the vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph
(10 km/h).
–

When the engine is s
witched off.
It can be activated/deactivated in the
Settings > Vehicle touch screen
application.
Demisting/Defrosting
The demisting/defrosting of the door
mirrors works with the demisting/
defrosting of the rear screen.
For more information on Rear screen demisting/
defrosting, refer to the corresponding section.
Electrochrome interior rear
view mirror


The electrochrome system uses a sensor that
detects the level of exterior brightness and that
coming from the rear of the vehicle, in order to
automatically and gradually switch between day
and night usage.
To ensure optimum visibility while
manoeuvring, the mirror automatically
brightens when reverse gear is engaged.
The system is deactivated if the load in the
boot exceeds the height of the load space
cover or if the load space cover has items
placed on it.

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►  Check that no person or object might interfere
with the folding of the backrests (e.g. clothing,
luggage).
►  Check that the outer seat belts are lying flat
on the backrests.
The folding of the backrest is
accompanied by a slight lowering of the
corresponding cushion.
To obtain a flat surface, it is necessary to place
the adjustable boot floor in the high position.
When the backrest is released, the red
indicator in the release grip is visible.
Folding from the passenger compartment

►  Press the backrest release grip 1.
►  Guide the backrest 3 down to the horizontal
position.
Folding from the boot

►  Pull the backrest release lever 2 towards you.
The backrest 3 folds fully onto the cushion.
Repositioning the backrests
First check that the outer seat belts are
lying vertically flat alongside the backrest
latching rings.


►  Straighten the backrest 3 and push it firmly to
latch it into place.
►  Check that the red indicator is no longer
visible in the release grip 1.
►  Ensure that the outer seat belts were not
trapped during the operation.
Please note: an incorrectly latched
backrest compromises the safety of
passengers in the event of sudden braking or
an accident.
The contents of the boot may be thrown
forwards - risk of serious injury!
Heating and Ventilation
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger compartment
is filtered and originates either from the
exterior, via the grille located at the base of the
windscreen, or from the inside in air recirculation
mode.
Controls
The controls are accessible through the
Climate touch screen application and are
also grouped together on the centre console
panel.

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Air conditioning does not operate when
the air flow is deactivated.
To obtain cool air more quickly, enable interior
air recirculation for a brief period. Then return
to the intake of exterior air.
Switching off the air conditioning may result in
some discomfort (humidity or misting).
"Rear" function
Activating the function switches on the blower in
the rear air vents.
►  In the Climate touch screen
application, select the Rear tab.
►  Press the line "Activate rear climate" to
activate/deactivate the function.
Remote settings controls
With the "Rear" function activated and the
remote settings controls unlocked, the rear
passengers can take control of the main air
conditioning system settings using the touch
control panel located at the rear of the centre
console. The settings displayed on the screen are
modified accordingly.
1. Adjusting the air flow
2. Automatic Comfort programme
3. Adjusting the temperature
Locking the remote settings controls
It is possible to prevent the rear passengers from
accessing these settings.
►  In the Climate touch screen
application, select the Rear tab.
►  Press the line "Lock rear climate controls" to
lock/unlock the remote settings controls.
A padlock appears on the rear air conditioning
screen.
Switching off the air
conditioning system
►  Press button 12-OFF.
Its indicator lamp lights up and all the other
indicator lamps of the air conditioning system
go off.
This action deactivates all of the functions of the
air conditioning system.
The temperature is no longer regulated. A slight
flow of air can still be felt, due to the forward
movement of the vehicle.
Interior air recirculation
The intake of exterior air prevents the formation
of mist on the windscreen and side windows.
Recirculating the interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from outside odours
and fumes and allows the desired passenger
compartment temperature to be achieved more
rapidly.
►  Press this button to activate/
deactivate the function (confirmed by the
illumination/extinction of the indicator lamp).
This function is activated automatically
when the front screenwash is used or
reverse gear is engaged.
Front
demisting/defrosting
This mode allows the windscreen and side
windows to be demisted or defrosted as quickly
as possible.
►  Press this button to activate/
deactivate the mode (confirmed by the
illumination/extinction of the indicator lamp).
The mode automatically manages the air
conditioning, air flow, air intake and distributes
ventilation optimally to the windscreen and side
windows.
The air flow can be changed manually without
deactivating this mode.
With Stop & Start, when demisting has
been activated, STOP mode is not
available.

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In wintry conditions, before moving off, it
is essential to remove any snow or ice
from the windscreen around the camera.
Otherwise, the operation of the equipment
using the camera may be affected.
Rear screen demisting/
defrosting
This demisting/de-icing only works with the
engine running.
Depending on version, it also demists/de-ices the
door mirrors.
►  Press this button to activate/
deactivate the function (confirmed by the
indicator lamp coming on/switching off).
Demisting/defrosting switches off automatically
to prevent an excessive consumption of electrical
current.
Switch off demisting/defrosting when
you no longer need it; reducing electrical
consumption in turn decreases energy
consumption.
Heated windscreen

In cold weather, this system heats the bottom of
the windscreen, as well as the area alongside the
left-hand windscreen pillar.
Without changing the settings for the air
conditioning system, it allows faster release
of the windscreen wiper blades when they
are frozen to the windscreen and helps avoid
the accumulation of snow resulting from the
operation of the windscreen wipers.
Switching on/off



►  With the engine running, press this button to
activate/deactivate the function (confirmed by an
indicator lamp).
The function is activated when the outside
temperature drops below 0°C. It is deactivated
automatically when the engine is switched off.
Temperature
pre-conditioning
(Rechargeable hybrid)
This function allows you to programme the
temperature in the passenger compartment to
reach a pre-defined, non-modifiable temperature
(approx. 21°C) before you enter the vehicle, on the
days and at the times of your choice.
This function is available when the vehicle is
connected or not connected.
Programming
In the Climate touch screen application,
select the Preconditioning tab.

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Sun visor
► With the ignition on, raise the concealing flap;
depending on the version, the mirror is illuminated
automatically.
This sun visor is also equipped with a ticket
holder.
Glove box
►  To open the glove box, lift the handle.
With the ignition on, the glove box is lit when
open.
Depending on version, it contains an adjustable
ventilation nozzle, distributing the same
conditioned air as the vents in the passenger
compartment.


It houses the front passenger airbag deactivation
switch.
Never drive with the glove box open when
a passenger is at the front. It may cause
injury during sharp deceleration!
Cigarette lighter/12 V
accessory socket(s)




►  To use the cigarette lighter, press it in and
wait a few seconds until it pops out automatically.
►  To use a 12 V accessory (max. power: 120 W),
remove the cigarette lighter and connect a
suitable adaptor.
You can use this socket to connect a telephone
charger, a bottle warmer, etc.
After use, put the cigarette lighter back into place
straight away.
The connection of an electrical device not
approved by the Manufacturer, such as a
USB charger, may adversely affect the
operation of vehicle electrical systems,
causing faults such as poor radio reception or
interference with displays in the screens.
USB sockets
These symbols determine the type of use of a USB
socket:
Power supply and recharging.
Likewise, plus use of smartphone
applications with the touch screen.




USB sockets allow the connection of a portable
device.
The USB socket also allows a
smartphone to be connected by
Android Auto
® or CarPlay®, enabling certain
smartphone applications to be used on the touch
screen.
For best results, use a cable made or approved by
the device manufacturer.
These applications can be managed using the
steering-mounted controls or the audio system
controls.

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By default, the colour of the interior ambient
lighting is linked to that of the screens, depending
on the driving mode selected.
Activation/deactivation and adjustment of
the brightness are set via the Settings >
Brightness touch screen application.
The colour is selected via the Settings >
Customization touch screen application.
Rear fittings
USB sockets

Each USB socket is used only to power or recharge
a portable device.
Rear armrest

The armrest incorporates two cup holders.
Ski flap
Device for storing and transporting long objects.
Opening
►  With the rear armrest lowered, open the flap
by pulling its handle downwards.


►  Load the objects from inside the boot.
Boot fittings
1.Load space cover
2. 12 V accessory socket (120 W max.)
3. Boot lamp
4. Rear seat folding controls
5. Hooks
6. Stowing rings
7. Rigid boot floor or 2-position boot floor
8. Storage well/Tool box under the floor
The stowing rings are designed to secure
luggage using different types of retaining
nets.
These nets are available as an accessory.
For more information, contact a dealer.
Load space cover shelf
It consists of two sections:
– a fix ed section with an open storage space.

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Headlamp beam height
adjustment
Manual adjustment of LED
technology headlamps




To avoid dazzling other road users, the height
of these headlamp beams must be adjusted
according to the load in the vehicle.
0 (Initial setting) Driver only or driver + front passenger
1 5 people
2 5 people + load in the boot
3 Driver only + load in the boot
4 5 6 Not used
Automatic DS PIXEL LED VISION
3.0 headlamp adjustment
This system automatically adjusts the height of
the headlamp beams according to the load in the
vehicle.
In the event of a malfunction, this warning
lamp lights up on the instrument panel,
accompanied by the display of a message and an
audible signal.
The system places the headlamp beams in the
lowest position.
Have it checked by a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Do not touch the DS PIXEL LED VISION 3.0
headlamps - risk of electrocution!
Automatic illumination of
lamps
With the lighting control stalk in the “AUTO”
position and if a low level of exterior brightness
is detected by the rain/sunshine sensor, the
sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are
switched on automatically, without any action on
the part of the driver. They may also come on if
rain is detected, at the same time as automatic
operation of the windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient
level or after the windscreen wipers are switched
off, the lamps are switched off automatically.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction of the rain/
sunshine sensor, the vehicle’s lamps come
on and this warning lamp is displayed on the
instrument panel, accompanied by an audible
signal and/or the display of a message.
Have it checked by a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor
located at the top centre of the
windscreen behind the interior rear view
mirror; the associated functions would no
longer be controlled.
In fog or snow, the rain/sunshine sensor
may detect sufficient light. For this
reason, the lighting will not come on
automatically.
The inner surface of the windscreen may
become misted up and affect the proper
operation of the rain/sunshine sensor.
In humid and cold weather, demist the
windscreen regularly.
Guide-me-home and
welcome lighting
Guide-me-home lighting
Automatic
With the ring of the lighting control stalk in the
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dipped beam headlamps come on automatically
when the ignition is switched off.
You can activate/deactivate and adjust
the duration of the guide-me-home lighting
in the Settings > Vehicle touch screen application.
Manual

►  With the ignition off, pull the lighting control
stalk toward you ("headlamp flash") to activate/
deactivate the function.
Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off
automatically after a period of time.
Welcome lighting
When the vehicle is unlocked in low light
conditions and the "Automatic illumination of
headlamps" function is activated, this system
automatically switches on:
–

O
n the outside, sidelamps, dipped beam
headlamps and door mirror spotlamps.
–

Inside
, courtesy lamps and footwell lighting.
You can activate/deactivate and adjust
the duration of the welcome lighting in the
Settings > Vehicle touch screen application.
Door mirror spotlamps
These spotlamps facilitate access to the vehicle
by lighting the ground near the front doors.
The spotlamps come on automatically:
–

when the v
ehicle is unlocked.
–

when a door is opened.
–


when a reque
st to locate the vehicle is received
from the remote control.
They also come on with the welcome lighting and
guide-me-home lighting functions.
They go off automatically after 30 seconds.
Automatic lighting
systems - General
recommendations
The automatic lighting systems use a detection
camera, located at the top of the windscreen.
Operating limits
The system may be disrupted or not work
correctly:
–

When visibility c
onditions are poor
(e.g. snowfall, heavy rain).
–

If the windscreen is dirty
, misted-up or
masked (e.g. sticker) in front of the camera.
–

If the v
ehicle is facing highly reflective signs
or safety barrier reflectors.
The system is not able to detect:
– R oad users that do not have their own
lighting, such as pedestrians.
–

V
ehicles with hidden lighting (e.g. travelling
behind a safety barrier on the motorway).
–

V
ehicles at the top or bottom of a steep
slope, on winding roads, on crossroads.
Maintenance
Clean the windscreen regularly,
particularly the area in front of the camera.
The internal surface of the windscreen can
also become misted around the camera.
In humid and cold weather, demist the
windscreen regularly.
Do not allow snow to accumulate on the
bonnet or roof of the vehicle as this could
obstruct the camera.
Automatic headlamp
dipping
For more information, refer to the General
recommendations for automatic lighting
systems.
With the ring of the lighting control stalk in the
"AUTO" position and the function activated on the
touch screen, this system automatically switches
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according to lighting and traffic conditions, using
a camera located at the top of the windscreen.


This system is a driving aid.
The driver remains responsible for
the vehicle's lighting, its correct use in the
prevailing light, visibility and traffic conditions,
and for compliance with driving and vehicle
regulations.
Activation/Deactivation
It is configured in the Settings > Vehicle
touch screen application.
The state of the system is stored when the
ignition is switched off.
When the system detects thick fog, it
temporarily deactivates the function.
Operation
If the ambient light level is very low and traffic
conditions permit:
– The main beam headlamp s come
on automatically. These indicator
lamps light up on the instrument panel.
If the ambient light level is sufficient and/or the
traffic conditions do not allow the main beam
headlamps to be lit:
– The dipped beam headlamp s
remain lit. These indicator lamps
light up on the instrument panel.
The function is deactivated if the foglamps are
switched on or if the system detects poor visibility
conditions (e.g. fog, heavy rain, snowfall).
When the foglamps are switched off or when the
visibility conditions become favourable again, the
function is automatically reactivated.
This indicator lamp goes out when the
function is deactivated.
Pause
If the situation requires a change of headlamp
beam, the driver can take over at any time.
►  Switch the headlamps manually between
dipped and main beam to pause the function.
If the "AUTO" and "Dipped beam" indicator lamps
were on, the system changes to main beam.
If the "AUTO" and "Main beam" indicator lamps
were on, the system changes to dipped beam.
►  To reactivate the function, once again switch
the headlamps manually between dipped and
main beam.
Malfunction
If a malfunction occurs with the system or
the camera, this warning lamp lights up on
the instrument panel, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message.
Have it checked by a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Adaptive Frontlight
System
Available only on versions equipped with DS PIXEL
LED VISION 3.0 headlamps.
This function has several lighting modes, specific
to each driving situation.
The intensity and direction of the main headlamps
and the modules vary so as to increase or reduce
the range of the lighting.
The modules tilt so as to expand and direct the
light beam to increase or decrease the lighting up
of the sides of the road.
The function shifts the light beam to the sides
of the headlamp to ensure better illumination in
curves.
This function is a driving aid which
cannot, in any circumstances, replace the