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Locking the vehicle
Locking
F With the electronic key in the recognition zone, press one of the buttons on the front
door handles or press the button on the
boot sill.
The direction indicators flash once. If one of the doors or the boot is still
open or if the electronic key for the
Keyless Entry and Starting system has
been left inside the vehicle, you are
warned by an audible signal and the
central locking does not take place.
If the electronic key is left inside the
vehicle after switching off the engine,
there is a continuous audible signal on
opening the driver's door.
Never expose the electronic key to
extreme temperatures (below -20°C or
above +60°C); this could cause faults.
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.
If the vehicle is unlocked and no door
or the boot is opened, the vehicle will
lock again automatically after about
thirty
seconds.
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Emergency procedure
Unlocking
F Insert the integral key into the driver's door lock barrel and turn it towards the front of
the vehicle to unlock the vehicle.
Locking
F Insert the integral key into the driver's door lock barrel and turn it towards the rear of
the vehicle to lock the vehicle.
The integral key is used to lock and unlock the
vehicle when the electronic key cannot operate
and in the event of a fault with the Keyless
Entry and Starting system:
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ell battery discharged, vehicle battery
discharged or disconnected, ...
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ehicle located in an area with strong
electromagnetic signals.
F

P

ress and hold the latch 1 to extract the
integral key 2 .
Saving the electronic key
battery
To preserve the battery, it is possible to prevent
the electronic key working (no reception of
radio waves).
When this function is activated, the "Keyless
Entry and Starting" system is inoperative.
To reactivate the electronic key, press one of
the buttons (open or closed padlock).F

P
ress on the open padlock twice,
while pressing on and holding
the closed padlock.
Check that the indicator lamp in the electronic
key flashes 4 times.
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Changing the battery of the
electronic key
Battery ref.: CR2032 / 3 volts.When replacement of the battery is
needed, this warning lamp comes on
in the instrument panel.
F

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nclip the cover using a small screwdriver
at the cutout.
F

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emove the cover.
F

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emove the protective battery holder,
pulling it upwards.
F

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emove the discharged battery from its
housing.
F

F
it the new battery into its housing
observing the original direction of fitment.
F

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efit the battery holder.
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lip the cover onto the casing.
Lost keys
Go to a CITROËN dealer with the vehicle's registration document, your personal
identification documents and if possible the key code label.
The CITROËN dealer will be able to look up the key code and the transponder code
required to order a new key.
Remote control / Electronic key
These high frequency devices are sensitive systems; do not handle them while in your
pocket as there is a risk of unlocking the vehicle, without you being aware of it.
Do not repeatedly press the buttons of your remote control or 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.
Locking the vehicle
As a safety precaution, never leave children alone in the vehicle, except for a very short
period.
In all cases, it is essential to remove the key from the ignition switch, or take the electronic
key with you when leaving the vehicle.
When purchasing a second-hand vehicle
Have the pairing of all of the keys in your possession checked by a CITROËN dealer, to
ensure that only your keys can be used to open and start the vehicle.
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Locking / unlocking and opening the boot
Using the keyUsing the remote control
F Press the open padlock to unlock
the vehicle and boot.
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nsert the key in the lock barrel and turn
it to the right to unlock and release the
tailgate.
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he vehicle remains locked.
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R
aise the tailgate by the exterior handle to
open it.
F

P

ress the opening button to release the
tailgate.
F

R

aise the tailgate by the exterior handle to
open it.
F

P
ress the closed padlock to
unlock the boot and vehicle.
As soon as you close the tailgate, it locks
again.
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F With the electronic key on your person, press the boot opening control to unlock
and release the tailgate.
T

he vehicle is unlocked as well.
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R
aise the tailgate by the exterior handle to
open it.
Using the Keyless Entry
and Starting system
If the vehicle had been previously unlocked by
the front door, it is not necessary to have the
electronic key on your person to use the boot
opening control. F

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ith the electronic key on your person,
press the button on the boot sill to lock it.

or
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ock the vehicle by the front doors.
When closing the boot, do not slam shut
the tailgate: guide it down and release it
at the end of its travel.
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An aero-acoustic deflector is available to
improve the acoustic comfort of occupants of
the vehicle in certain driving conditions
(high speed), by reducing the turbulence in
the passenger compartment resulting from the
displacement of air.
On opening the roof, the aero-acoustic
deflector is deployed.
On closing the roof, the deflector folds away
automatically.
Aero-acoustic deflectorPrecautions for use
Never place objects on the roof,
whether open or closed.
Never sit on or place objects on the
transverse roof support when the roof
is open. In the event of prolonged storage of the
vehicle outside, it is recommended that
the roof be protected with a cover.
To avoid damaging the roof, do
not open it under snowy or frosty
conditions.
Never use sharp tools to remove ice or
accumulations of snow on the roof.
To limit the creation of folds in the roof
fabric, it is recommended that the roof
not be left open for long periods.
The vehicle's air conditioning system
should not be operated while the roof
is open. It is recommended that the roof be
closed when the vehicle is left parked.
Even if the roof is closed, it is prudent
not to leave any valuable objects inside
the vehicle.
When you leave the vehicle, switch off
the ignition and remove the key (take
the electronic key with you) to avoid any
unwanted operation of the roof.
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Starting - switching off the engine with the key
1. "LOCK " position.
2. " AC
C" position.
3.


"ON " position.
4.
" S

TA R T" position.
Ignition switch
For vehicle fitted with a manual gearbox:
F
I nsert the key in the ignition switch.
F

T
urn the key to position 2 .
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nlock the steering column, by turning the
wheel slightly.
F

F
ully depress the clutch pedal.
F

P
ut the gear lever into neutral.
F

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perate the starter by turning the key to
position 4 (S TA R T ) .
F

O
nce the engine is running, release
the
key.
T

he key returns automatically to position 3
(ON) .
Starting using the key
For vehicles fitted with an ETG gearbox:
F
I nsert the key in the ignition switch.
F

T
urn the key to position 2 .
F

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nlock the steering column, by turning the
wheel slightly.
F

P
ress and hold the brake pedal.
F

P
ut the gear selector into position N .
F

O
perate the starter by turning the key to
position 4 (S TA R T ) .
F

O
nce the engine is running, release
the
key.
T

he key returns automatically to position 3
(ON) .
If you use the accessories for a
prolonged period (key in position 2
or

3 ), you risk discharging the battery.
Starting your vehicle will then no longer
be possible. Be aware.
Never leave the engine running in
an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation: internal combustion
engines emit toxic exhaust gases,
such as carbon monoxide. Danger of
intoxication and death. In very severe
winter conditions (temperatures
below

-23°C), it is necessary to allow
the engine to run for 4 minutes before
setting off, in order to ensure the
correct operation and durability of
the mechanical components of your
vehicle, the engine and gearbox.
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If you use the accessories for a
prolonged period, the vehicle will
automatically switch to "OFF" mode
after about 20 minutes.
Be aware in order to avoid discharging
the battery.
Starting - switching off the engine with the
Keyless Entry and Starting system
Changing the mode of
the vehicle
With the electronic key inside the
vehicle; each press on the " S TA R T/
STOP " button, with no action on
the pedals , changes the vehicle's
mode:
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F

irst press (" ACC" mode).
T

he accessories (radio, 12V socket...) can
be used.
F

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econd press (" ON" mode).
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gnition on.
F

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hird press (" OFF" mode).
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the
key, which would weigh down on its
blade in the ignition switch and could
cause a malfunction.
Key in ignition
If the key has been left in the ignition,
an audible signal is heard on opening
the driver's door.
F

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mmobilise the vehicle.
Switching off
F With a manual gearbox: put the gear lever
into neutral.
F

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ith an ETG gearbox: place the selector at
position N .
F

T
urn the key towards you to position 2
(ACC) .
F

P
ress in and turn the key to position 1
(LOCK) .
F

R
emove the key from the ignition switch.
F

T
urn the steering until the steering column
locks.
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