2014 Citroen DS4 boot

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System allowing the mechanical unlocking
of the boot in the event of a battery or central
locking system malfunction.
Tailgate release
Unlocking
F Fold back the rear seats to gain access to the lock from inside the boot.
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nsert a small screwdriver into hole A of the
lock to unlock the tailgate.
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ove the latch to the left.
Locking after closing
If the fault persists after closing again, the boot
will remain locked.
Access

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

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Rear seatsBench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and split backrest (left hand 2/3, right hand 1/3) which can be folded individually to adapt the load space in the boot.
F
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ove the corresponding front seat for ward
if necessary.
F

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osition the seat belt between the outer
and centre head restraints to avoid
trapping the belt when repositioning the
seat backrest.
F

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lace the head restraints in the low
position.
Folding the backrest
F Pull control 1 for wards to release the seat back 2 .
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old the seat back 2 on to the cushion. F

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traighten the seat back 2 and secure it.
F
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heck that the red indicator, located next
to the control 1 , is no longer visible.
F
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ut the seat belt back in place on the side
of the seat backrest.
Repositioning the seat backrest
When repositioning the seat backrest,
take care not to trap the seat belts.
Comfort

Opening
F Lower the rear armrest.
F P ull the flap handle downwards.
F

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ower the flap.
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oad the objects from inside the boot.
Ski flap
Arrangement for storing and transporting long
objects.
F

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ower the rear armrest for a more
comfortable position.
This also gives access to the ski flap.
Rear armrest
Comfort system for the rear passengers.
12 V accessory socket
F To connect a 12 V accessory (max power: 120 W), lift the cover and
connect a suitable adaptor.
Rear fittings

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1. Rear parcel shelf (see details on a following page)
2.
Hoo

ks
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see details on a following page)
3.
1

2 V accessory socket
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see details on a following page)
4.
T

o r c h
(

see details on following pages)
5.
L

ashing rings
6.
Sto

rage box
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see details on following pages)
7.
R

etaining strap
8.
Sto

rage net
Boot fittings
Fittings

To remove the shelf:
F u nhook the two cords,
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aise the shelf slightly, then remove it.
There are several options for storing the shelf:
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ither upright behind the front seats,
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r flat at the base of the boot.
Rear parcel shelf
The hooks can be used to secure shopping
bags.
Hooks
Access to the storage
box
An additional hook under the shelf is
used to hold up the boot floor using its
cord, to facilitate access to the tools
and spare wheel or the temporary
puncture repair kit...

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F To connect a 12 V accessory (max power: 120 W), remove the cap and
connect an appropriate adaptor.
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urn the key to the ignition on position.
12 V accessory socket
This is a removable lamp, fitted in the boot
wall, which can be used to light the boot or as
a torch.
For the boot lamp function, refer to the
" Visibility - Boot lamp" section.
To r c h
Operation
This torch operates with NiMH type
rechargeable batteries.
It has a battery life of approximately 45 minutes
and charges while you are driving.
Observe the polarities when fitting the
rechargeable batteries.
Never replace the rechargeable batteries
with normal disposable batteries.
Fittings

Use
F Extract the torch from its location pulling it upwards.
F

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ress the switch, located on the back, to
switch the torch on or off.
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nfold the support, located on the back, to
set down and raise the torch; for example,
when changing a wheel.
Storing
F Put the torch back in place in its location starting with the lower part.
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f you have forgotten to switch off the torch,
this switches it off automatically.
Storage box
F Raise the boot carpet for access to the storage box.
This has areas for the storage of a box of spare
bulbs, a first aid kit, two warning triangles...
It also contains the vehicle tools, the temporary
puncture repair kit...
If the torch is not engaged correctly, it
may not charge and may not come on
when the boot is opened.