2009.5 Citroen C3 PICASSO DAG Owner's Manual

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MULTIFUNCTION SCREENS
TRIP COMPUTER

 Press the button, located at the end
of the wiper stalk , to display the
various items of trip computer data
in succession. The trip computer provides the follo-
wing information:
System which provides current informa-
tion concerning the trip travelled (range,
fuel consumption...).

 Press the control for more than
two seconds to reset to zero the
distance travelled, the average
fuel consumption and the average
speed.
Monochrome screen A
Zero reset
Data displays - range,
- current fuel consumption,
- distance travelled,
- average fuel consumption,
- average speed.
 The next press then returns you to
the normal display.

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MULTIFUNCTION SCREENS - the current information tab with:

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MULTIFUNCTION SCREENS
A few definitions…
When the range falls below 20 miles
(30 km), dashes are displayed. After fi ll-
ing with at least 5 litres of fuel, the range
is recalculated and is displayed when it
exceeds 60 miles (100 km).
If dashes are displayed continu-
ously while driving in place of the
digits, contact a CITROËN dealer. This function is only displayed from
20 mph (30 km/h).
This value may vary following a
change in the style of driving or
the relief, resulting in a signifi cant
change in the current fuel con-
sumption. Range
(miles or km)
This indicates the distance
which can still be travelled
with the fuel remaining in the tank in
relation to the average fuel consump-
tion over the last few miles (kilometres)
travelled. Current fuel consumption
(mpg or l/100 km or km/l)
This is the average fuel
consumption during the last
few seconds.
Average fuel consumption
(mpg or l/100 km or km/l)
This is the average fuel con-
sumption since the last trip
computer zero reset. Distance travelled
(miles or km)
This indicates the distance
travelled since the last trip
computer zero reset.
Average speed
(mph or km/h)
This is the average speed
calculated since the last trip
computer zero reset (igni-
tion on).
Distance remaining to destination
(km or miles)
This is the distance remaining
to be travelled to the fi nal des-
tination. It is either calculated instantly
by the navigation system, if guidance is
activated, or entered by the user.
If the distance is not entered, dashes
are displayed in place of the digits.

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COMFORT
VENTILATION
System which creates and maintains
comfortable conditions in the vehicle's
passenger compartment. Air treatment
The incoming air follows various routes
depending on the controls selected by
the driver:
- direct arrival in the passenger com-
partment (air intake),
- passage through a heating circuit (heating),
- passage through a cooling circuit (air conditioning).
The temperature control enables you to
obtain the level of comfort required by
mixing the air of the various circuits. The air distribution control enables you
to diffuse the air in the passenger com-
partment combining several air vents.
The air fl ow control enables you to
increase or reduce the speed of the
ventilation blower.
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger com-
partment is fi ltered and originates either
from the outside via the grille located at
the base of the windscreen or from the
inside in air recirculation mode. Control panel
The controls of this system are grouped
together on control panel
A on the cen-
tre console. Depending on the model,
the functions offered are:
- the level of comfort required,
- air fl ow,
- air distribution,
- demisting and defrosting,
- manual or automatic air conditioning controls.
Air distribution

1. Windscreen demisting or defrosting
vents.

2. Front side window demisting or de-
frosting vents.

3. Side adjustable air vents.

4. Central adjustable air vents.

5. Air outlets to the front footwells.

6. Air outlets to the rear footwells.

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COMFORT
The air conditioning system does
not contain chlorine and does not
present any danger to the ozone
layer.
In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the g uidelines on opera-
tion and maintenance below:

 If the interior temperature remains very high after the vehicle has been
parked in the sun for a considerable time, fi rst ventilate the passenger
compartment for a few minutes.
Place the air fl ow control at a suffi cient level t o provide an adequate renewal
of air in the passenger compartment.

 To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obst ruct the exterior air
intake grilles located at the base of the windscreen, the n ozzles, the vents
and the air outlets, as well as the air extractor located in the passenger
compartment on both sides of the rear shelf.

 Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard (behind the
instrument panel); this is used for regulation of t he air conditioning system.

 Operate the air conditioning system for 5 to 10 minutes, on ce or twice a
month to keep it in good working order.

 Ensure that the passenger compartment fi lter is in good condit ion and
have the fi lter elements replaced regularly (refer to the "Checks" section).
We recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment fi lter.
Thanks to its second special active fi lter, it contributes to t he purifi cation
of the air breathed by the occupants and the cleanliness of the passen-
ger compartment (reduction of allergic symptoms, bad odours and grea sy
deposits).

 To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also
advised to have it checked regularly.

 If the system does not produce cold air, do not use it and contact a
CITROËN dealer.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures,
switching off the air conditioning saves engine power and so improves towing
capacity.
The condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of
water under the vehicle which is perfectly normal.

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COMFORT 2. Air fl ow adjustment
 Turn the dial from posi-
tion 1 to position 5 to obtain
a comfortable air fl ow.
Windscreen, side windows and
footwells.
 Turn the dial from blue
(cold) to red (hot) to adjust
the temperature to your re-
quirements.
Windscreen and side windows.
1. Temperature adjustment
The heating/ventilation or air condition-
ing systems can only operate with the
engine running.
 If you place the air fl ow control
in position 0 (deactivation of the
system), the temperature is no
longer maintained at a comfort-
able level. However, a slight
fl ow of air, due to the movement
of the vehicle, can still be felt.
3. Air distribution adjustment
HEATING/VENTILATION
MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING
The control button is
located on the heat-
ing or air condition-
ing system control
panel.
REAR SCREEN DEMIST/DEFROST

 Switch off the demist/defrost of
the rear screen and door mir-
rors as soon as you consider
this possible as lower current
consumption results in reduced
fuel consumption.
Switching on
The rear screen demist/defrost can only
operate when the engine is running.

 Press this button to demist/defrost
the rear screen and the door mir-
rors. The indicator lamp associated
with the button comes on.
Switching off
The demist/defrost switches off auto-
matically to prevent an excessive con-
sumption of current.

 It is possible to stop the demist/de-
frost operation before it is switched off
automatically by pressing the button
again. The indicator lamp associated
with the button switches off.

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COMFORT 2. Air fl ow adjustment
 Turn the dial from posi-
tion 1 to position 5 to obtain
a comfortable air fl ow.
Windscreen, side windows and
footwells.
 Turn the dial from blue
(cold) to red (hot) to adjust
the temperature to your re-
quirements.
Windscreen and side windows.
1. Temperature adjustment
The heating/ventilation or air condition-
ing systems can only operate with the
engine running.
 If you place the air fl ow control
in position 0 (deactivation of the
system), the temperature is no
longer maintained at a comfort-
able level. However, a slight
fl ow of air, due to the movement
of the vehicle, can still be felt.
3. Air distribution adjustment
HEATING/VENTILATION
MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING
The control button is
located on the heat-
ing or air condition-
ing system control
panel.
REAR SCREEN DEMIST/DEFROST

 Switch off the demist/defrost of
the rear screen and door mir-
rors as soon as you consider
this possible as lower current
consumption results in reduced
fuel consumption.
Switching on
The rear screen demist/defrost can only
operate when the engine is running.

 Press this button to demist/defrost
the rear screen and the door mir-
rors. The indicator lamp associated
with the button comes on.
Switching off
The demist/defrost switches off auto-
matically to prevent an excessive con-
sumption of current.

 It is possible to stop the demist/de-
frost operation before it is switched off
automatically by pressing the button
again. The indicator lamp associated
with the button switches off.

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Footwells.
Central and side vents.
The air distribution can be
adapted by placing the dial in
an intermediate position.
4. Air intake/Air recirculation
The intake of exterior air prevents the
formation of mist on the windscreen and
side windows.
The recirculation of interior air isolates
the passenger compartment from exte-
rior odours and smoke.
Return to exterior air intake as soon
as possible to prevent deterioration of
the the air quality and the formation of
mist.
 Press the button to recir-
culate the interior air. The
indicator lamp comes on to
confi rm this.

 Press the button again to permit the
intake of exterior air. The indicator
lamp switches off to confi rm this. 5. Air conditioning On/Off
It enables you to:
- lower the temperature, in summer,
- increase the effectiveness of the
demisting in winter, above 3 °C.
Switching off

 Press the "A/C" button again, the
associated green indicator lamp
switches off. The air conditioning is de-
signed to operate effectively in
all seasons, with the windows
closed.
Switching on

 Press the "A/C" button, the associ-
ated green indicator lamp comes on.
The air conditioning does not
operate when the air fl ow adjust-
ment control 2 is in position "0".