Electronic key
remote control
Unlocking the vehicle
Complete unlocking
Selective unlocking
System which permits central unlocking or
locking of the vehicle using the lock or from a
distance. It is also used to locate and start the
vehicle, as well as providing protection against
theft.
This setting is done in the
configuration menu.
Complete unlocking is activated by
default.
Unlocking is confirmed by rapid flashing
of the direction indicators for around
two seconds.
At the same time, depending on
version, the door mirrors unfold.
To unlock only the driver's door,
press the open padlock once.
Press the open padlock to unlock
the vehicle.
To unlock the other doors and the boot,
press the open padlock again.
Unlocking the vehicle
"Keyless Entry and Starting" system
System that allows the opening, closing
and starting of the vehicle while keeping the
electronic key on your person.
Complete unlocking
With the electronic key on your person
and in the recognition zone A
, pass your
hand behind the door handle to unlock the
vehicle, then pull the handle to open the
door.
Your passengers can also open their
doors, as soon as the electronic key is in
the recognition zone around the vehicle.
Selective unlocking
This setting is done via the
configuration menu.
By default, complete unlocking is
activated.
To unlock only the drivers door, with the
electronic key on your person, pass your
hand behind the driver's door handle then
pull the door handle to open.
To unlock the complete vehicle, pass your
hand behind one of the passenger door
handles on the same side of the vehicle as
the electronic key is located, then pull the
door handle to open.
Unlocking is confirmed by rapid
flashing of the direction indicators for
approximately two seconds.
The door mirrors unfold at the same
time.
If the alarm is on, the audible warning
when opening a door with the key
(integral with the remote control), will
stop on starting the engine.
It can also be used as a remote control;
see the "Electronic key/remote control"
section.
For reasons of safety and theft
protection, do not leave your electronic
key in the vehicle, even when you are
close to it.
It is recommended that you keep it on
your person: in a pocket, bag, ...
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Locking the vehicle
With the electronic key in the recognition
zone A
, press with a finger on one of the
door handles (at the markings) to lock the
vehicle
.
Maintain pressure with your finger until the
windows close completely.
Locking is confirmed by fixed
lighting of the direction indicators for
approximately two seconds.
The door mirrors fold at the same time.
If one of the doors or the boot is still
open or if the key for Keyless Entry and
Starting system has been left inside
the vehicle or if the ignition is on, the
central locking does not take place.
When the vehicle is locked, if it is
unlocked inadvertently, it will lock itself
again automatically after about thirty
seconds unless a door is opened.
If the alarm was previously activated, it
will not be reactivated automatically.
The folding and unfolding of the door
mirrors by the remote control can be
deactivated by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
As a safety measure (children on
board), never leave the vehicle without
taking the key for the Keyless Entry and
Star ting system, even for a shor t period.
Guard against theft when the key for the
Keyless Entry and Starting system is
in the recognition zone with the vehicle
unlocked.
In order to preser ve the charge of the
cell battery in the remote control, the
"hands-free" functions go into extended
stand-by after 21 days of non-use. To
restore these functions, press one of
the remote control buttons or start the
engine with the electronic key in the
reader.
Ensure that no one prevents the correct
operation of the windows.
Be aware of children when operating
the windows.
This function allows you to identify
your vehicle from a distance,
particularly in poor light. Your vehicle
must be locked.
Locating your vehicle
Press the closed padlock on the remote
control.
This will switch on the courtesy lamps and
the direction indicators will flash for around
ten seconds.
Deadlocking
Deadlocking renders the exterior and
interior door controls inoperative.
It also deactivates the manual central
control button.
Therefore, never leave anyone inside
the vehicle when it is deadlocked.
Using the remote control
Press the closed padlock to lock
the vehicle completely.
Maintain pressure with your
finger for more than two seconds
to close the windows.
With the Keyless Entry and
Starting system
By the doors:
With the electronic key in the recognition
zone A
, press a finger on the door handle
(at the markings) to lock the vehicle.
Within five seconds, press the door handle
again to deadlock the vehicle.
Ensure that no one is preventing the
correct closing of the windows.
Be aware of children when operating
the windows.
Press the closed padlock again within five
seconds to deadlock the vehicle.
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Back-up mechanical key
Unlocking/locking using the integral key
The integral key is used to lock and unlock the
vehicle when the electronic key cannot operate:
- cell battery flat, vehicle battery discharged
or disconnected, ...
- vehicle located in an area with strong
electromagnetic signals.
Maintain a pull on button 1
, to extract the
integral key 2
.
Complete unlocking
Turn the key towards the front of the
vehicle to unlock the vehicle.
Normal locking
Turn the key towards the rear of the vehicle
to lock the vehicle completely.
Deadlocking
Turn the key towards the rear in the driver's
door lock to lock the vehicle completely.
Turn the key towards the rear again within
five seconds to deadlock the vehicle.
If the alarm is activated, the audible signal on
opening a door with the key (integral with the
remote control) will stop on starting the engine.
Do not throw the remote control
batteries away, they contain metals
which are harmful to the environment.
Take them to an approved collection
point.
Changing the battery of
the electronic key
Battery ref.: CR2032 / 3 volts.
This replacement battery is available from a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
A message appears in the instrument panel
screen when replacement of the battery is
needed.
Unclip the cover using a small screwdriver
at the cutout.
Lift off the cover.
Remove the flat battery from its location.
Fit the new battery into its location
obser ving the original direction of fitment.
Clip the cover onto the casing.
Remote control problem -
reinitialisation
Following disconnection of the vehicle battery,
replacement of the remote control battery or
in the event of a remote control malfunction,
you can no longer unlock, lock or locate your
vehicle.
Place the mechanical key (integral with the
remote control) in the lock to unlock your
vehicle.
Place the electronic key in the reader.
Switch on the ignition by pressing
START/STOP.
The electronic key is fully operational again.
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop as soon as
possible.
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Lost electronic key
Visit a CITROËN dealer with the vehicle's registration document and your personal identification documents and if possible the key code label.
The CITROËN dealer will be able to retrieve the key code and the transponder code required to order a new key.
Electronic key
The electronic key is a sensitive system; do not operate it while it is in your pocket as there is a possibility that it may unlock the vehicle, without
you being aware of it.
Do not repeatedly press the buttons of your electronic key out of range and out of sight of your vehicle. You run the risk of stopping it from
working and the remote control would have to be reinitialised.
The electronic key cannot operate as a remote control when it is in the reader or even when the ignition is switched on.
Locking the vehicle
Driving with the doors locked may make access to the passenger compartment by the emergency ser vices more difficult in an emergency.
As a safety precaution, never leave children alone in the vehicle, even for a very short time.
In all cases, take the remote control or electronic key (if Keyless Entry and Starting) with you when leaving the vehicle.
Electrical interference
The Keyless Entry and Starting electronic key may not operate if close to certain electronic devices: telephone, laptop computer, s t r o n g
magnetic fields, ...
Anti-theft protection
Do not make any modifications to the electronic engine immobiliser system; this could cause malfunctions.
Don't forget to turn the steering to engage the steering lock.
When purchasing a second-hand vehicle
Have all of the keys in your possession paired by a CITROËN dealer, to ensure that only your keys allow your vehicle to be unlocked and
started.
Central locking control
Automatic central locking of the
doors
(anti-intrusion security)
The doors and boot can lock automatically
while driving (speed above 6 mph (10 km/h)).
To activate or deactivate this function (activated
by default:
If the vehicle is deadlocked or locked
from the outside, the button is not
active. In this case, use the remote
control to unlock the vehicle or pull an
interior door handle to open a door.
If one of the doors is open, central
locking from the inside does not take
place.
Driving with the doors locked may make
access to the passenger compartment
by the emergency ser vices more
difficult in an emergency.
Operate the button.
This allows the doors and the boot to be locked
or unlocked.
Operate this button until a
message appears in the
instrument panel screen.
Transporting long or voluminous
objects
If you want to drive with the boot open,
press the central locking control button
to lock the doors.
Emergency control
System allowing the doors to be locked and
unlocked manually in the event of a malfunction
of the central locking system or battery failure.
Locking the driver's door
Insert the key in the door lock, then turn it
to the rear.
You can also apply the procedure described for
the passenger doors.
Unlocking the driver's door
Insert the key in the door lock, then turn it
to the front.