2011 Citroen C ZERO air condition

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This function gives an estimate of the number
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
the ser vice date has arrived, comes on
automatically after a cer tain time and
distance travelled. The screen then
indicates the time remaining before
the next ser vice is due.



Resetting the service indicator to zero

After each ser vice, the ser vice indicator should
be 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 ser vice indicator is
displayed.

)
Press and hold the reset button for a few
seconds 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
the next ser vice is due is displayed. The range can be displayed in miles or
kilometres.
To change the units, refer to the
"Distance recorder" section.

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Heating and Ventilation


Air intake

The air circulating in the passenger compar tment
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 good
conditions of comfor t and visibility in the
vehicle's passenger compar tment.
The heating and ventilation can be used as
soon 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 to
select 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 control
panel A
on 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 compartment for a few
minutes by opening the windows.
Place the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air in
the passenger compar tment.

)
Condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of water under
the 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 well
as the air extractor located in the boot.

)
Use in preference the intake of exterior air as prolonged use of the air recirculation may
cause misting of the windows and side windows.

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

)
Ensure that the passenger compartment 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 use
energy from the main battery. Their use
increases 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
the 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:
central and side vents,
central, side and footwell vents,
footwells,
windscreen, side windows and
footwells, Adjustments can be made manually or
automatically.


1.
Te m p e r a t u r e

2.
Air flow

3.
Air distribution

4.
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. windscreen and side windows.
The air distribution can be adapted by placing
the 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

Switching on



)
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 discomfor t
(humidity, misting).


6. "MAX" button

The intake of exterior air prevents the formation
of 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 quality
and the formation of mist.


)
Press this button to recirculate
the interior air. The indicator
lamp comes on to confirm this.

)
Press the button again to
permit the intake of exterior air.
The indicator 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 demisting
in winter, above 3 °C.
This button allows the passenger compar tment
to be quickly heated or cooled. It only works
when the air flow control is not in the " OFF
"
position.
Press this button. The corresponding
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/defrosting
of the rear screen and door mirrors
as soon as appropriate, so as to
limit electrical consumption and
optimise the range of the vehicle.


Front Demist -
Defrost








Rear screen demist - defrost
The control button is located on the dashboard, to the right of the steering wheel.


)
Press this button to demist /
defrost the rear screen and
(depending on version) the
door mirrors. The indicator
lamp associated with the button
comes on.
Place the air distribution control in
this position.

Switching on
Switching 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 with
the button goes off.
For rapid demisting - defrosting, you
can also press the " MAX
" button. The air conditioning star ts (indicator lamp on)
and exterior air intake is selected (indicator
lamp off).
Place the temperature control
between "●" and " H
".
Place the air flow control in the
desired position.







Front demisting-defrosting can be used as
soon as the "Ready" lamp is on.
Rear screen demisting/defrosting can only
operate 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 steering
wheel, until the corresponding symbol
appears in the instrument panel screen.


Activation

These systems are activated automatically
each time the vehicle is star ted.
They come into operation in the event of a grip
or trajectory problem.
The display 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 them
manually.
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 required
by the driver, within the limits of the laws of
physics.
This is indicated by flashing of this
warning lamp in the instrument panel.
The ASR /ESP systems offer
exceptional safety in normal driving, but
this 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 recommendations
regarding the wheels (tyres and rims),
the braking components, the electronic
components and the assembly
and repair procedures used by the
CITROËN 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 rapidly
so that they do not hinder the visibility of
the occupants or their possible exit from
the 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 sufficient to provide maximum
protection in these situations.



The airbags do not operate when the
ignition is off.

This equipment only operates once. If a
second impact occurs (during the same
or a subsequent accident), the airbag
will not operate. The deployment of one or more airbags
is accompanied by a slight discharge of
harmless smoke and a noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic car tridge
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.



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
zone A
, in the longitudinal centreline of the
vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed from
the front to the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the front
occupant of the vehicle and the dashboard to
cushion their for ward movement. System 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 is
fitted in the dashboard above the glove box.