2010.5 Citroen C ZERO air condition

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Monitoring
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of miles (km) that your vehicle can still cover,
based on the recent conditions of use (driving style, use of heating, air conditioning...).
Range indicator
When the remaining range falls to a low level, "- - -"
is displayed in the instrument panel.
The display of "---", indicating that theservice date has arrived, comes on automatically after a cer tain time and distance travelled. The screen then indicates the time remaining before the next service is due.

Resetting the service indicator to zero
After each ser vice, the ser vice indicator shouldbe rest to zero.
The procedures is as follows: )Switch off the ignition (switch in the LOCK
or ACC position).
)Press the reset button A
several times in succession until the service indicator is
displayed. )Press and hold the reset button for a fewseconds until the spanner flashes.)Press the reset button while the spanner is flashing to change the display from "---"to"CLEAR"
The distance (or time) remaining before thenext ser vice is due is displayed.

The range can be displayed in miles or kilometres.
To c h a nge the units, refer to the"Distance recorder" section.

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Heating and Ventilation

The air circulating in the passenger compartment
is filtered and originates either from the outside
via the grille located at the base of the windscreen or from the inside in air recirculation mode.
System which creates and maintains goodconditions of comfor t and visibility in the
vehicle's passenger compartment.
The heating and ventilation can be used assoon as the "Ready" lamp is on.


Controls

The incoming air follows various routes
depending on the controls selected.
The temperature control enables you to obtain
the level of comfor t required by mixing the air of
the various circuits.
The air distribution control enables you toselect the air vents used in the passenger compartment.
The air flow control enables you to increase or
reduce the speed of the ventilation fan.
These controls are
grouped together on controlpanel Aon the centre console.
Air distribution
1.Windscreen demisting/defrosting vents.
2. Front side window demisting/defrosting
vents. 3. Side adjustable air vents.
4.Central adjustable air vents.
5.Air outlets to the front footwells.

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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance guidelines below: )If the interior temperature remains very high after the vehicle has been parked in the
sun for a considerable time, first ventilate the passenger compar tment for a few minutesby opening the windows. Place the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air inthe passenger compartment. )Condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of water underthe vehicle when stationary, which is per fectly normal. )To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as wellas the air extractor located in the boot. )Use in preference the intake of exterior air as prolonged use of the air recirculation maycause misting of the windows and side windows.)Operate the air conditioning system for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month to keep itin good working order. )Ensure that the passenger compar tment filter is in good condition and have the filter elements replaced regularly (refer to "Checks").)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 or a qualified workshop.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning

The heating and air conditioning useenergy from the main battery. Their useincreases electrical consumption and reduces the range of the vehicle.
Remember to switch off the heating or air conditioning as soon as it is no longer needed.

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Air conditioning


The air conditioning can be used as soon as the "Ready" lamp is on.
1. Temperature adjustment
)
Turn the dial from blue (cold) to red (hot) to adjust
t
he temperature to your requirements.


2. Air fl ow adjustment
)Turn the dial to the right to
increase air flow and to the left
to reduce it.

3. Air distribution adjustment
Place the dial in the desired
position to distribute air to:
centra
l and side vents,
central, side and
footwell vents,
footwells,
windscreen, side windows and
footwells
,
Adjustments can be made manually or
automatically.
1. Te mperature 2.Air flow 3.Air distribution4.
Exterior air intake/Interior air recirculation
5. Air conditioning On/Off
6."Max" button

When the dial is placed on "●", the fan air will be at ambient temperature. If you move the dial to "●" while using the heating or air conditioning, these will stop immediately.

With the dial in the "AUTO" position,the air flow is adjusted automatically,according to the interior temperature. w
indscreen and side windows.
The air distribution can be adapted b
y placingthe dial in an intermediate position.

With the dial in the "AUTO" position, air distribution is adjusted automatically, according to the temperature selected.

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4. Air intake/Air recirculation





5. Air conditioning On/Off

Switchin
g on
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Press the "A/C"button, the associated indicator lamp comes on. The air conditioning does not operate when
the air flow adjustment is set to off.

Switching off
)
Press the "A/C"button again, the
associated indicator lamp goes off.
Switching off may result in some discomfort (humidity, misting).

6. "MAX" button
The intake of exterior air prevents the formationof mist on the windscreen and side windows.
The recirculation of interior air isolates the passenger compar tment from exterior odours and smoke.
Return to exterior air intake as soon as possible
to prevent deterioration of the the air qualit
y and the formation of mist.
) Press this button to recirculatethe interior air. The indicator
lamp comes on to confirm this.
) Press the button again to permit
the intake of exterior air. Theindicator lamp switches off to
confirm this.


The air conditioning is designed to
operate effectively in all seasons,
with the windows closed.
It enables
you to:


- lower the temperature, in summer,

- increase the effectiveness of the demistin
gin winter, above 3 °C.
This button allows the passenger compartment
to be quickly heated or cooled. It only works
when the air flow control is not in the "OFF"position.
Press this button. The correspondin
g
indicator lamp comes on.

The place the temperature control in the
desired position:


- on "●" for maximum ventilation,

- between "●" and "H" for maximum heating,

- between "C" and "●" for maximum air conditioning.

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) Switch off the demisting/defrostingof the rear screen and door mirrorsas soon as appropriate, so as tolimit electrical consumption and optimise the range of the vehicle.

Front Demist -
Defrost








Rear screen demist - defrost The control button is located to the right of the steering wheel.
)Press this button to demist/defrost
the rear screen and (dependingon version) the door mirrors. The
indicator lamp associated with thebutton comes on.


Place the air distribution control in
this position.
Switching on
Switchin
g off

The demisting/defrosting switches off
automatically to prevent an excessive electric consumption. ) It is possible to stop the demisting/
defrosting operation before it is switched
off automatically by pressing the button
again. The indicator lamp associated withthe button goes off.
For rapid demisting - defrosting, youcan also press the "MAX
" button. The air conditionin
g starts (indicator lamp on)
and exterior air intake is selected (indicator
lamp off).
Place the temperature control
between "●" and " H
".
Pl
ace the air flow control in the
desired position. Front demisting-de
frosting can be used as soon as the "Ready" lamp is on.
Rear screen demistin
g/defrosting can onlyoperate when the "Ready" lamp is on.

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Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
and electronic stability
programme (ESP)














Trajectory control systems



Deactivation

In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft ground, ...), it may be advisable to deactivate
the ASR and ESP systems, so that the wheels can move freely and regain grip. ) Press this button button, located on the
dashboard to the right of the steeringwheel, until the corresponding symbol
appears in the instrument panel screen.
Activation
These systems are activated automatically each time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a grip
or trajectory problem.
The displa
y of this symbol indicates
that the ASR and ESP systems are deactivated.

Reactivation

These systems are not reactivated automatically.
)Press this button again to reactivate themmanually.
The symbol going off in the instrument panel indicates
the reactivation of the ASR and ESP systems. The anti-slip regulation (also known as Traction Control) optimises traction to prevent skidding
of the wheels, by acting on the brakes of the
driving wheels and on the engine.
The electronic stability programme acts on the
brake of one or more wheels and on the engine
to keep the vehicle on the trajectory requiredby the driver, within the limits of the laws of physics.
This is indicated b
y flashing of this
warning lamp in the instrument panel.


The ASR/ESP systems offer exceptional safety in normal driving, butthis should not encourage the driver to take extra risks or drive at high speed.
The correct functioning of these systems depends on obser vation of the manufacturer’s recommendationsregarding the wheels (tyres and rims),the braking components, the electronic components and the assembly and repair procedures used by theCITROËN dealer network.
After an impact, have these systems checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.



Operating fault
The display of this message in the instrument panel indicates a malfunction of
these systems.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop
to have the ASR /ESP systems checked.

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Airbags
The airbags have been designed to maximise
the safety of the occupants in the event of
violent collisions. They supplement the action
of the force-limiting seat belts. In this case, 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 airbags are deployed instantaneously and protect
the occupants of the vehicle; immediately after the impact, the airbags deflate rapidlyso that they do not hinder the visibility of
the occupants or their possible exit from
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he vehicle,
- in the event of a minor impact or rear impact and in cer tain roll-over conditions,
the airbags will not be deployed; the seat
belt alone is su
fficient to provide maximum protection in these situations.

The airbags do not operate whenthe ignition is off.
This equipment only operates once. If a
second impact occurs (during the sameor a subsequent accident), the airbagwill not operate.
The deployment of one or more airbags is accompanied by a slight discharge of harmless smoke and a noise, due to theactivation of the pyrotechnic cartridgeincorporated in the system.This smoke is not harmful, but sensitiveindividuals may experience some irritation.
The noise of the detonation may result in a slight loss of hearing for a shorttime.

Impact detection zones
A.
Front impact zone. B.
Side impact zone.
Front airbags


Deployment

The airbags are deployed simultaneously,
unless the passenger's front airbag is
deactivated, in the event of a serious front
impact applied to all or par t of the front impact
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one A , in the longitudinal centreline of the
vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed from
th
e front to the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the front
occupant of the vehicle and the dashboard to
cushion their forward movement. S
ystem which protects the head and chest of
the driver and front passenger in the event of
a front impact.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag isfitted in the dashboard above the glove box.