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Rear head restraints
They can be removed and are interchangeable
side to side.
To remove a head restraint:
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ull the head restraint upwards to the stop.
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hen, press the lug A . Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be in place and
adjusted to the normal position (up).
These have one position for use (up) and a
stowed position (down).
To refit a head restraint:
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ngage the head restraint rods in the
apertures, keeping the head restraint in line
with the seat backrest.
To lower a head restraint:
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ress down on the head restraint and on
lug A at the same time.
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Mirrors
Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass
providing the lateral rear ward vision necessary
for overtaking or parking. They can also be
folded for parking in confined spaces.
Door mirrors
Demisting - Defrosting
F Move control A to the right or to the left to select the corresponding mirror.
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ove control in all four directions to adjust.
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eturn control to the central position. Demisting-defrosting of the door
mirrors operates with the engine
running, by switching on the heated
rear screen.
Electric adjustment
The objects observed are, in reality,
closer than they appear.
Take this into account in order to
correctly judge the distance of vehicles
approaching from behind.
Manual folding
You can fold the mirrors manually (tight parking
space, narrow garage...).
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urn the mirror towards the vehicle.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should
be adjusted to reduce the "blind spots". For more information on demisting and
defrosting the rear screen, refer to the
corresponding section.
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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance
guidelines below:
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o 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.
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o not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation
of the air conditioning system.
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perate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month
to keep it in per fect working order.
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nsure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly.
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e 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).
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o 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.
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f 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
perfectly 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.
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning
systems only work when the engine
is running. To maintain a comfortable
temperature in the passenger
compartment, you can temporarily
deactivate the Stop & Start system (see
the corresponding section).
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Front Demist - Defrost
Switching onWith Stop & Start, when demisting has
been activated, the STOP mode is not
available.
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ress this button to demist or
defrost the windscreen and side
windows as quickly as possible.
The indicator lamp in the button
comes on.
The system automatically manages the air
conditioning (depending on version), air
flow and air intake, and provides optimum
distribution towards the windscreen and side
windows.
Switching off
F To switch off demisting, press this button again, the indicator
lamp goes off.
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Coat hooks
They are located above each rear door.Electronic gearbox
The armrest can be inclined for wards to
benefit from its comfort or folded completely
backwards.
Front armrest
Manual gearbox
(depending on equipment)
These storage spaces can be used to
house portable devices (mobile phone,
MP3 player...) which can be connected
to the USB port / auxiliary socket or
charged from the 12 V socket in the
centre console.
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or access to the closed storage box, lift
the lever to open the lid.
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or access to the open storage box below
the armrest, lift the complete armrest
towards the rear.
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Warning triangle (storage)
Before leaving your vehicle to set up
and install the triangle, switch on the
hazard warning lamps and put on your
high visibility vest.
Refer to the manufacturer's instructions
on using the triangle.Placing the triangle in the
road
F Place the triangle behind the vehicle, as required by the legislation in force in your
c o unt r y.
The triangle may be stowed under the boot carpet (in the storage well) or, depending on version, under the front passenger seat.
The triangle is available as an
accessory; contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
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Starting - Stopping the engine
F Insert the key in the ignition switch. The system recognises the starting code.
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urn the key fully towards the dashboard to
position 3 (Starting) .
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hen the engine starts, release the key.
Starting
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the
key, which could pull down in it when in
the ignition switch and cause faults.Key left in the "Ignition on"
position
On opening the driver's door, an alert
message is displayed, accompanied by an
audible signal, to remind you that the key is
still in the ignition switch at position 1 (Stop) .
F Immobilise the vehicle.
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T urn the key fully towards you to
position 1 (Stop) .
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emove the key from the ignition switch.
Switching off
If the key has been left in the ignition
switch at position 2 (Ignition on) ,
the ignition will be switched off
automatically after one hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the
key to position 1 (Stop) , then back to
position 2 (Ignition on) .
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Flashing of the dashes indicates a fault with the
cruise control.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Operating fault Switching off
F Turn wheel 1 to the "0" position. T
he display of information related to the
cruise control disappears. When the cruise control is switched on,
be careful if you maintain the pressure
on one of the programmed speed
changing buttons: this may result in a
very rapid change in the speed of your
vehicle.
Do not use the cruise control on
slippery roads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep descent, the cruise control
will not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed speed.
On steep climbs or when towing, the
programmed speed may not be reached
or maintained.
The use of mats not approved by
CITROËN may inter fere with the
operation of the cruise control.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:
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nsure that the mat is secured
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ever fit one mat on top of another.
It is possible to exceed the programmed speed
temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
release the accelerator pedal until the
programmed cruise speed is reached again.
Exceeding the programmed
speed
Once switched on, you can pause the cruise
control at any time by pressing button 4: the
screen confirms the pause.
Pause
If the programmed speed is exceeded,
the displayed speed flashes.
Once the speed of the vehicle returns
to the programmed speed, the display
becomes steady again. The cruise control is paused
manually
or by pressing the brake or clutch pedal
or if the ESP system is invoked for
safety reasons.
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Driving