2013 Citroen C3 PICASSO Owner's Manual

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Tr i p c o m p u t e r
)Press the button, located at the end of the
wiper stalk, to display the various items of
trip computer information in succession.The trip computer provides the
following
information:
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ystem that gives you information on the journey in progress (range, fuel consumption…).
Monochrome screen A


Information displays
- range,
- current
fuel consumption,
-
Stop & Start time counter,
- distance travelled,
- avera
ge fuel consumption,
)
The next press then returns you to thenormal display.
- average speed.

Zero reset
)
Press the control for more than twoseconds to reset to zero the distancetravelled, the average fuel consumption
and the average speed.

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- the current information
tab with:
●
the range,
●
th
e current fuel consumption,
●
the distance remaining to be travelled or the Stop &Start time counter.
Monochrome screen C


Information displays
)
Press the button, located at the end of
the wiper stalk, to display the various tripcomputer tabs in succession:
- the trip
"1"tab with:
●
the distance travelled,
●
the avera
ge fuelconsumption,
●
the average speed,for the first trip.

- the tri
p "2"tab with:


●
the distance travelled,

●
the avera
ge fuel
consumption,

●
the average speed,
for the second trip.
)Pressing the button again returns you to
the normal display.

Trip zero reset
)When the trip required is displayed, press
the button on the end of the wiper stalk for
more than two seconds.
Trips "1"
and "2"are independent but their useis identical.
For example, trip "1"
can be used for daily figures, and trip "2"
for monthly figures.

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Tr ip computer, a few definitions


When the range falls below 20 miles (30 km),
dashes are displayed. After filling with at least5 litres of fuel, the range is recalculated and is
displayed when it exceeds 60 miles (10 0 km).
Range
(miles or km)The distance which can still be
travelled with the fuel remainingin the tank. Related to theaverage fuel consumption over
the last few miles (kilometres)travelled.


Current fuel consumption
(mpg or l/100 km or km/l)
Calculated over the last few seconds.


Average fuel consumption
(mpg or l/100 km or km/l)
Calculated since the last trip
computer reset.


Distance travelled
(miles or km)
Calculated since the last tripcomputer reset.
Average speed
(mph or km/h)Calculated since the last trip computer reset.
Distance remaining todestination
(miles or km)This is the distance remaining to be
travelled to the final destination. It
is either calculated instantly by the
navigation system, if guidance isactivated, or entered by the user.
If the distance is not entered, dashes
are displayed in place of the digits.

Stop & Start time counter
(minutes / seconds or hours / minutes)
If your vehicle is fitted with Stop & Star t, a time counter calculates the
time spent in STOP mode during a journey.
It resets to zero ever
y time theignition is switched on with the key.

If dashes are displayed continuouslywhile driving in place of the digits, contact a CITROËN dealer or aqualified workshop.


This value may vary following a changein the style of driving or the relief,resulting in a significant change in thecurrent fuel consumption.
This function is only displayed from 20 mph (30 km/h).

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Vent ilat ion
The incoming air follows various routesdepending on the controls selected by thedriver:
- direct arrival in the passenger compartment (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 comfor t required by mixing the air of
the various circuits.
The air distribution control enables you to
di
ffuse the air in the passenger compar tment combining several air vents.
The air flow control enables you to increase or reduce the speed of the ventilation fan.
Air intake
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.


Control panel

The controls of this system are grouped
together on control panel Aon the centre console. Depending on the model, the functionsoffered are:


- the level of comfor t required,

- air flow
,

- air distribution
,

- demisting and defrosting,

- manual or digital air conditioning controls.



Air distribution
1.
Windscreen demisting or defrosting vents. 2.Front side window demisting or defrostingvents.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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ystem which creates and maintainscomfortable conditions in the vehicle'spassenger compartment.

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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the guidelines on operation andmaintenance 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 afew minutes. Place the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air in the passenger compartment.)
To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilleslocated at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well as the air extractor located in the passenger compar tment 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 the air conditioning system.)
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 compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter elements replaced regularly (refer to the "Checks" section). We recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its second special active filter, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment (reduction of allergic symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).)
To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to haveit checked regularly.)
If the system does not produce cold air, do not use it and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

The condensation created by the air conditioning results in a dischargeof water under the vehicle which is perfectly normal.
The air conditioning system does notcontain chlorine and does not present any danger to the ozone layer.

When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off theair conditioning saves engine power and so improves towing capacity.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning

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The control button is
located on the heating
or air conditioningsystem control panel.








Rear screen demist/defrost
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 mirrors. The indicator lamp associated with the button comes on.



Switching off

The demist /defrost switches off automatically to
prevent an excessive consumption of current.
) It is possible to stop the demist /defrostoperation before it is switched off
automatically by pressing the button again.The indicator lamp associated with thebutton switches off.
)Switch off the demist/defrost of therear screen and door mirrors assoon as you consider this possible as lower current consumption results in reduced fuel consumption.

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Footwells.
Central and side vents.
The air distribution can be adapted by placing the dial in anintermediate position.
2. Air fl ow adjustment
)Turn the dial from position 1to position 5
to obtain a comfortable air flow. Windscreen, side windows and
footwells.
) Turn the dial from blue(cold) to red (hot) to adjust
the temperature to your
requirements.
Windscreen and side windows.

1. Temperature adjustment
The heating / ventilation or air conditioning systems can only operate with the engine running.


3. Air distribution adjustment

Heating / Ventilation Manual air
conditioning
)If you place the air flow controlin position 0(deactivation of thesystem), the temperature is no longer maintained at a comfortablelevel. However, a slight flow of air, due to the movement of the vehicle,can still be felt.

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4. Air intake / Air recirculation
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 quality and the formation of mist.
)Press the 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.


5. Air conditioning On / Off
It enables you to:


- lower the temperature, in summer,

- increase the effectiveness of the demistingin winter, above 3 °C.


Switching off
)
Press the "A/C"button again, the button's
indicator lamp goes off.
Switching off may affect comfort levels(humidity, condensation).
The air conditioning is designed to
operate effectively in all seasons,
with the windows closed.

Switching on
)
Press the "A/C"button, the button's
indicator lamp comes on.

The air conditioning does not operate when the
air flow adjustment control 2 is in position " 0". To obtain cooled air more quickly, you can use recirculation of interior air for a few moments.Then return to fresh air intake.