2014 Citroen C4 AIRCROSS RHD Owner's Manual

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Mirrors


Adjustment

Adjustment is possible when the ignition switch
is in the "ON" or "ACC" position.


)
Move control A
to the right or to the left to
select the corresponding mirror.

)
Move control B
in all four directions to
adjust.

)
Return control A
to the central position. Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass
permitting the lateral rear ward vision necessary
for overtaking or parking. They can also be
folded for parking in confined spaces.

Demisting - Defrosting


Door mirrors

If your vehicle is fitted with heated
mirrors, the demisting-defrosting
operates with the engine running, by
switching on the heated rear screen
(see "Rear screen demist-defrost").
The objects obser ved are, in reality,
closer than they appear.
Take this into account in order to
correctly judge the distance of vehicles
approaching from behind.

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Electric folding / unfolding


From the outside:



)
by locking or unlocking the vehicle,
using the remote control or the locking /
unlocking buttons (for vehicles fitted with
the "Keyless Entry and Starting" system).

If you have folded the mirrors using the
control C
, you must use this control to
unfold them, other wise the mirrors will
not be lock in place correctly.
The mirrors can also be folded
manually.

From inside:



- with the ignition switch in the "ON" or
"ACC" position, by pressing the control C
,

- with the ignition switch in the "LOCK"
position, by pressing control C, within
30 seconds.

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Rear view mirror

Adjustable mirror providing a central rear ward view.
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which darkens the mirror glass and reduces the nuisance to
the driver caused by the sun, headlamps from other vehicles...


Manual day/night model

Adjustment



)
Adjust the mirror so that the glass is
directed correctly in the "day" position.

As a safety measure, the mirrors should be adjusted to reduce the "blind spot".


In order to ensure optimum visibility
during your manoeuvres, the mirror
lightens automatically when reverse
gear is engaged.



Day / night position



)
Pull the lever to change to the "night" anti-
dazzle position.

)
Push the lever to change to the normal
"day" position.










Automatic day/night model

By means of a sensor, which measures the
light from the rear of the vehicle, this system
automatically and progressively changes
between the day and night uses.








Steering wheel adjustment




)
When stationary
, lower the control lever
to release the steering wheel adjustment
mechanism.

)
Adjust the height and reach to suit your
driving position.

)
Pull the control lever to lock the steering
wheel adjustment mechanism.
As a safety precaution, these
operations should only be carried out
while the vehicle is stationary.

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Vent ilat i on


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.


Air treatment

The incoming air follows various routes
depending on the controls selected by the
driver:


- direct arrival in the passenger
compartment (air intake),

- passage through a heating circuit (heating),

- passage through a cooling circuit (air
conditioning).



Control panel

The controls of this system are grouped
together on control panel A
on the centre
console.

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.

6.
Air outlets to the rear footwells.

7.
Temperature sensor.

8.
Sunshine / rain sensor.



Air distribution

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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance
guidelines below:


)
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.

)
Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation
of the air conditioning system.

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

)
Ensure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly.
We recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its
special active additive, 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 have
it checked regularly as recommended in the maintenance and warranty guide.

)
If the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.











Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning


If after an extended stop in sunshine,
the interior temperature is very high, first
ventilate the passenger compartment for
a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.

The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge
of water under the vehicle which is
per fectly normal.

When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off the
air conditioning increases the available engine power and so improves the towing ability.

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Manual heating / air conditioning












The system operates with the engine running.



1. Temperature setting



)
Turn the temperature control
dial to the right to raise the
temperature, and to the left to
lower it.



To avoid misting and deterioration of the air
quality in the passenger compartment, ensure
that an adequate air flow is maintained.


3. Air distribution setting



)
Place the dial in the desired
position, to direct air towards:
the centre and side vents,
The air distribution can be modulated by
placing the dial in intermediate positions.


2. Air fl ow setting



)
Turn the dial to the right to
increase and to the left to
reduce the air flow.
the centre, side and footwell
vents,
the footwells,
the windscreen, side windows
and footwells,
the windscreen and side
windows.

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4. Exterior air intake /
Recirculation of interior air


)
Press button 4
to select the air
entry mode.
This function allows the passenger
compartment to be isolated from exterior
odours and smoke.
When the warning lamp in button 4
is off, the
intake of exterior air is active.
When the warning lamp in button 4
is on, the
intake of exterior air is deactivated, and you are
in air recirculation.
Do not drive for long with interior air
recirculation, except in truly exceptional
atmospheric conditions.
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.




5. Air conditioning On / Off

Switching on

Switching off



)
Press button 5
again, the lamp in the
button goes off.
Switching off may affect comfort levels
(humidity, condensation).
If your vehicle is not fitted with air
conditioning, the button is not active.



)
Press button 5
, the lamp in the
button comes on.

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Automatic air conditioning



1.
Temperature adjustment

2.
Air flow adjustment

3.
Air distribution adjustment

4.
Intake of exterior air / Recirculation of
interior air

5.
Air conditioning On / Off

Automatic operation



)
Set the temperature control dial 1
to the
temperature required.

)
Place the air flow control dial 2
in
the "AUTO "
position.

)
Place the air distribution adjustment dial 3

in the "AUTO "
position.
When the engine is cold, to avoid an
excessive distribution of cold air, the
ventilation will reach its optimum level
gradually.
On entering the vehicle, the interior
temperature may be much colder
(or warmer) than the temperature
setting. There is no need to change the
temperature setting in order to reach
the comfort required rapidly.
The automatic regulation of the air
conditioning will operate to correct the
temperature difference as quickly as
possible.
In automatic mode:


)
when the temperature is set to maximum
(Rapid heating), the intake of exterior air is
activated and the air conditioning stops.

)
when the temperature is set to minimum
(Rapid cooling), air recirculation is
activated and the air conditioning operates.
The system controls the air distribution, the
flow, the temperature and the air intake to
ensure the level of comfort selected and
adequate air circulation in the passenger
compartment. No further action on your part is
required.