2012.5 Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD steering wheel

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6-speed electronic gearbox system


Six-speed electronic gearbox system which
offers a choice between the comfor t of fullyautomatic operation or the pleasure of manual gear changing.
There are two driving modes: -automatedmode for automatic control
of the gears by the gearbox, without anyaction on the par t of the driver

-
manualmode for sequential gear changing
by the driver using the gear lever or the steering mounted paddles.
In automated mode, you can temporarily take
over control of gear changing.
Gear lever
R.
Reverse )
With your foot on the brake, move the gear lever forwards to select this position.
N. Neutral.) With your foot on the brake, select this
position to start.
A.
Automated mode.)
Move the lever backwards to select this
m
ode. M + /.
Manual mode with sequential gear changing. )
Move the lever backwards then to the left
to select this mode, then:


●

give a push for wards to change up,

●
or give a push rear wards to changedown.
+. Paddle to the right of the steering wheel for changing up. )
Press the back of the "+"
steering mounted paddle to change up a gear. -.
Paddle to the left of the steering wheel for changing down.)
Press the back of the "-"
steering mounted paddle to change down a gear.


Steering mounted control paddles


The steering mounted paddles cannotbe used to select neutral or to engage or disengage reverse gear.

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Speed limiter

The controls of this system are grouped
together on stalk A . 1. Speed limiter mode selection thumb wheel. 2.Value decrease button. 3.Value increase button. 4.
Speed limiter on / off button.
The pro
grammed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.
5. Speed limiter on / off indication.6.
Speed limiter mode selection indication.7.
Programmed speed value.


Steering mounted controls Displays in the instrument panel

The speed limiter is switched onmanually:
it requires a programmed speed of at least
20 mph (30 km/h).

The speed limiter is switched offby manual foperation of the control.

The programmed speed can be exceeded
temporarily by pressing the accelerator firmly.
To return to the programmed speed, simply slow down to a speed below the programmed speed.
The pro
grammed speed remains in the memory
when the ignition is switched off.
The speed limiter cannot, in any circumstances,
replace the need to respect speed limits, nor can it replace the need for vigilance andresponsibility on the par t of the driver.



System which prevents the vehicle fromexceeding the speed programmed by the driver.
When the programmed speed limit is reached, pressing the accelerator pedal in the normalmanner no longer has any effect.

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Temporary puncture repair kit
Description of the kit
A.
"Sealant" or "Air" position selector.
B. On "I"
/ off "O"
switch. C.
Deflation button. D.
Pressure gauge (in bar or p.s.i.).E.
Compartment housing:


- a cable with adaptor for 12 V socket,

- various inflation adaptors for
accessories, such as balls, bicycle
t
yres...F
.Sealant car tridge. G.White pipe with cap for repair.
H. Black pipe for inflation. I.
Speed limit sticker.

Access to the kit

This kit is installed in the storage box, under the boot floor.


The speed limit sticker I
must be affixedto the vehicle's steering wheel to remind you that a wheel is in temporary use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre repaired using this type of kit.

Complete s
ystem consisting of a compressor
and a sealant car tridge which permits temporary repair of a tyre so that you can rdrive to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread or shoulder.

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Dashboard fuses

The fusebox is located in the glove box.


Access to the fuses
)
refer to the paragraph "Access to the tools".

Fuse tables
Fuse N°RatingFunctions
FH36 5
A Tr a i l e r r e l ay unit.
FH3
715 A Trailer accessories socket supply.
FH3
820 A Navigation.
FH39
- Not used.
FH4
030 A Tr a i l e r r e l ay unit.
Fuse N°RatingFunctions
F115 A Rear wiper.
F2
- Not used.
F3
5 A Airbags and pretensioners control unit.
F410 A Steering wheel angle sensor, air conditioning, clutch switch,
par ticle filter pump, diagnostic socket, air flow meter.
F530 A Electric windows panel, passenger's electric window control,
front electric windows motor.
F
630 A Rear electric windows motor and driver's electric window motor.
F7
5 A Courtesy and front map reading lamps, torch, rear reading lamps.

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Towing the vehicle


Access to the tools

The towing eye is installed under the boot floor.
To gain access to it: )open the boot, )remove the adjustable boot floor, )lift up the boot carpet, )remove the towing eye from the tool holder.
Procedure for havin
g your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your country. Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle. The person at the wheel of the towed vehicle must have a valid driving licence.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towingbar; rope and straps are prohibited. When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for braking or steering. In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service: - vehicle broken down on a motor way or fast road, - 4 wheel drive vehicle, - when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release theparking brake, - towing with only two wheels on the ground, - where there is no approved towing bar available...

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"Comfort":
front and rear parking sensors, insulated module, reading lamp, sun blinds, head
restraint-mounted coat hanger, centre armrest,
air deflector, scented air freshener car tridges, portable ashtray, solar films for windows...


"Protection":

mats *
, seat covers, mudflaps, bumper
protectors, vehicle protective cover, dog guard,
pet seat and boot covers...

"Transport solutions":

boot liner, boot carpet, towbar, towbar wiring harness, transverse and longitudinal roof
bars, bicycle carrier, ski carrier, roof box, bootspacers, boot net, business/commercial vehicle
conversion kit, sliding boot floor...
"Safety and security":
anti-theft alarm, warning triangle, high visibility
vest, breathalyzer, first aid kit, snow chains,non-skid covers, security wheel bolts, vehicle
tracking system, child seats, fire extinguisher,
caravan mirror, glass security films...
"Style":
allow wheels, chromed mirror shells, leather
steering wheel, gear lever knob, aluminium
footrest, wheel caps...




Accessories A wide range of accessories and genuine par ts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and par ts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.

*
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and
secured correctly,
- never fit one mat on top of another.

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07RADIO

By alphabetical list
Pr
ess RADIO, select the station of your choice and confi rm.

B
y automatic frequency search

Press  or 
for the automatic searchfor a lower or higher radio frequency.

Or turn the thumb wheel at the steeringmounted controls.

B
y manual frequency search
Pr
ess 
or 
to adjust the radio
frequency step by step.

SELECTING A STATION


The external environment (hill, building, tunnel, underground car park...) may interfere with the reception, including in RDS station tracking mode. Thisphenomenon is a normal result of the way in which radio waves are transmitted and does not in any way indicate a fault with the audio system.

The qualit
y of reception is represented by the number of
active waves in this symbol.

Pr
ess RADIO
or OK
to display the contextual menu.






CHANGING BAND

Select "Change waveband".

Select "AM / FM" and confi rm.

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preset station.
Or press then turn the thumb wheel at the steeringmounted controls.

PRESETTING A STATION


After selecting a station, press one of the buttons on the
numerical keypad for 2 seconds to preset the current station.
An audible signal confi rms that the station has been preset.
Press RADIO.
ACTIVATE / DEACTIVATE RDS


RDS, if activated, allows you to continue listening to the samestation by automatic retuning to alternative frequencies. However,
in certain conditions, coverage of an RDS station may not be
assured throughout the entire country as radio stations do notcover 100 % of the territory. This explains the loss of reception of
the station during a journey.
Select " Guidance options
" then confi rm.

Activate or deactivate "RDS " then confi rm.

RADIO