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Air bags
AIR BAGS
The air bags have been designed to
maximise the safety of the occupants in the
event of a serious collision; they work in
conjunction with the force limiting seat belts.
In the event of a serious collision, the
electronic detectors record and analyse the
front and side impacts suffered in the impact
detection zones:
- in the event of a serious impact, the air bags inflate instantly and protect the
occupants of the vehicle. Immediately
after the impact, the air bags deflate
rapidly, so that they do not hinder the
visibility of the occupants nor their
possible exit from the vehicle. - in the event of a minor or rear impact
and in certain roll-over conditions, the air
bags will not be deployed; the seat belt
alone is sufficient to provide maximum
protection in these situations.
The seriousness of the collision depends on
the nature of the obstacle and the speed of
the vehicle at the moment of impact.
Air bags only operate when the
ignition is switched on.
This equipment only operates once. If a
second impact occurs (during the same or
a subsequent accident), the air bag will not
operate.
The triggering of an air bag or air bags
is accompanied by a slight discharge of
harmless smoke and a noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge
incorporated in the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive
individuals may experience some irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result in a
slight loss of hearing for a short time.
It is imperative that the passenger
air bag is disarmed if a child seat is
installed facing rearwards. Refer to the
“Child safety” section of chapter 5.
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SAFETY
Air bags
For the air bags to be fully effective, observe the following safety rules:
Sit in a normal upright position.
Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
Do not leave anything between the
occupants and the air bags (a child, pet,
object...). This could hamper the operation
of the air bags or injure the occupants.
After an accident or if the vehicle has been
stolen or broken into, have the air bag
systems checked.
All work on the air bag systems is strictly
forbidden unless it is carried out by the
qualified personnel of a CITROËN dealer .
Even if all of the precautions mentioned are
observed, a risk of injury or of slight burns
to the head, chest or arms when an air bag
is triggered cannot be ruled out. In fact,
the bag inflates almost instantly (within a
few milliseconds) then deflates within the
same time, discharging the hot gas through
openings provided for this purpose.
Front air bags
Do not drive holding the steering wheel
by its spokes or resting your hands on the
centre part of the wheel.
Passengers must not place their feet on the
fascia.
Smoke as little as possible as deployment of
the air bags can cause burns or the risk of
injury from a cigarette or pipe.
Never remove or pierce the steering wheel
or hit it violently.
Side air bags
Only put approved covers on the seats.
These will not hinder the triggering of the
side air bags. Consult a CITROËN dealer .
Do not fix or glue anything to the seat backs.
This could cause injury to the chest or arms
when the side air bag inflates.
Do not sit with the upper part of the body
any nearer to the door than necessary.
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Child safety
GENERAL POINTS RELATING TO CHILD SEATS
Although one of CITROËN ’s main criteria
when designing your vehicle, the safety of
your children also depends on you.
For maximum safety, please follow these
precautions:
- in accordance with Directive 2003/20, all
children under the age of 12 or less
than one metre fifty tall must travel in
approved child seats suited to their
weight , on seats fitted with a seat belt or
ISOFIX mountings.
- statistically, the safest seat positions
for carrying children are the rear seats
of the vehicle,
- a child weighing under 9 kg must
always be carried in the “rearwards-
facing” position whether in the front or
the back of the vehicle.
CITROËN recommends that children are
carried in the rear seats of your vehicle :
- “rearwards-facing” up to the age of 2,
- “forwards-facing” over the age of 2.
INSTALLING A CHILD SEAT USING A THREE POINT SEAT BELT
“Rearwards-facing”
Do not forget to disarm the air
bag before installing the child.
When a “rearwards-facing” child
seat is installed on the front
passenger seat , it is essential that the
passenger air bag is disarmed. Otherwise,
the child would risk being seriously
injured or killed if the air bag were to
inflate .
“Forwards-facing”
When a “forwards-facing” child
seat is installed on the front
passenger seat , leave the
passenger air bag armed.
The rules for transporting children are
specific to each country. Consult the
current legislation in your country.
Please consult the list of seats approved
in your country. The Isofix mountings, the
rear seats, the passenger air bag and the
disarming of this air bag depend on the
version sold.
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SAFETY
Child safety
To deactivate or activate the passenger
airbag, refer to Chapter 3, section
“MENU”.
CHILD SEATS RECOMMENDED BY CITROËN
CITROËN offers a complete range of recommended c hild seats which are secured using a
three point seat belt :
The child seats function is shared by
the entire CITROËN range. However,
each individual model has its own special
features.
If your vehicle is fitted with this function, the
passenger air bag must be disarmed using
the trip computer MENU button.
If your vehicle is not fitted with the
passenger air bag disarming function, the
installation of a “rear-facing” child seat on
the vehicle’s front seat is strictly prohibited.
The passenger must not travel with a child
on his lap.
Group 0: from birth to 10kg
Group 0+: from birth to 13 kg
L1
“ROMER Baby-Safe Plus”
Installed in the rear-facing position
Groups 1, 2 and 3: from 9 to 36 kg
L2
“KIDDY Life”
For the safety of young children (from 9 to
18 kg), CITROËN recommends use of the
restraining cushion.
Groups 2 and 3: from 15 to 36 kg
L3
“RECARO Start’’
L4
“KLIPPAN Optima”
From the age of 6
years (approximately
22 kg), the booster
is used on its own.
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SAFETY
Child safety
To deactivate or activate the passenger
airbag, refer to Chapter 3, section
“MENU”.
CHILD SEATS RECOMMENDED BY CITROËN
CITROËN offers a complete range of recommended c hild seats which are secured using a
three point seat belt :
The child seats function is shared by
the entire CITROËN range. However,
each individual model has its own special
features.
If your vehicle is fitted with this function, the
passenger air bag must be disarmed using
the trip computer MENU button.
If your vehicle is not fitted with the
passenger air bag disarming function, the
installation of a “rear-facing” child seat on
the vehicle’s front seat is strictly prohibited.
The passenger must not travel with a child
on his lap.
Group 0: from birth to 10kg
Group 0+: from birth to 13 kg
L1
“ROMER Baby-Safe Plus”
Installed in the rear-facing position
Groups 1, 2 and 3: from 9 to 36 kg
L2
“KIDDY Life”
For the safety of young children (from 9 to
18 kg), CITROËN recommends use of the
restraining cushion.
Groups 2 and 3: from 15 to 36 kg
L3
“RECARO Start’’
L4
“KLIPPAN Optima”
From the age of 6
years (approximately
22 kg), the booster
is used on its own.
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Child safety
INSTALLING CHILD SEATS ATTACHED USING THE SEAT BELT (VAN)
In accordance with the European regulation (Directive 2005/40), this table indicates the options for installing child seats secured using a
seat belt and universally approved in accordance wi th the weight of the child and the seat in the vehicle.
Weight of the child and indicative age
Seat
Under 13 kg
(groups 0 ( a ) and 0+)
Up to approx 1 year
From 9 to 18 kg
(group 1)
1 to 3 years approx
From 15 to 25 kg
(group 2)
3 to 6 years approx
From 22 to 36 kg
(group 3)
6 to 10 years approx
Front passenger
seat ( b )
U U U U
a : Group 0: from birth to 10 kg.
b : consult the legislation in force in your country before installing your child on this seat.
U : seat suitable for the installation of a child se at secured using a seat belt and universally approv ed, “rear facing” and/or “forward facing”.
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SAFETY
Child safety
INSTALLING CHILD SEATS ATTACHED USING THE SEAT BELT (COMBI)
In accordance with the European regulation (Directive 2005/40), this table indicates the options for installing child seats secured using a
seat belt and universally approved in accordance wi th the weight of the child and the seat in the vehicle.
Weight of the child and indicative age
Seat
Under 13 kg
(groups 0 ( a ) and 0+)
Up to approx 1 year
From 9 to 18 kg
(group 1)
1 to 3 years approx
From 15 to 25 kg
(group 2)
3 to 6 years approx
From 22 to 36 kg
(group 3)
6 to 10 years approx
Front passenger
seat ( b )
U U U U
Rear side seats
U U
U
U
Rear central seat
U U U U
a : Group 0: from birth to 10 kg.
b : consult the legislation in force in your country before installing your child on this seat.
U : seat suitable for the installation of a child se at secured using a seat belt and universally approv ed, “rear facing” and/or “forward facing”.
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ADVICE ON CHILD SEATS
The incorrect installation of a child seat in a
vehicle compromises the child’s protection in
the event of an accident.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the
child seat harnesses keeping the slack in
relation to the child’s body to a minimum ,
even for short journeys.
For optimum installation of the “forward
facing” child seat, ensure that the back of
the child seat is in contact with the back of
the vehicle’s seat and that the head restraint
does not cause any discomfort. Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must be
positioned on the child’s shoulder without
touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
passes correctly over the child’s thighs.
CITROËN recommends the use of a booster
seat which has a back, fitted with a seat belt
guide at shoulder level.
As a safety precaution, do not leave:
- one or more children alone and unsupervised in a vehicle,
- a child or an animal in a vehicle which is exposed to the sun, with the windows
closed,
- the keys within reach of children inside the vehicle.
To prevent accidental opening of the doors,
use the “Child lock”.
To protect young children from the rays of
the sun, fit side blinds on the side windows.
If the head restraint has to be removed,
ensure that it is stored or attached securely
to prevent it from being thrown around the
vehicle in the event of sharp braking.
Children under the age of 10 must not travel
in the “forward facing” position on the front
passenger seat, unless the rear seats are
already occupied by other children, cannot
be used or are absent.
Disarm the passenger air bag when a “rear
facing” child seat is installed on the front
seat.
Otherwise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the air bag were
to inflate.