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Deactivation indicator lamps
Warning/indicator lampis onCause Action / Observations
Passenger's
front airbag fixed.
The control, located in the glove box,
is set to the OFF position.
The passenger's front airbag is
deactivated.
You can install a rear ward facing
child seat, unless there is a fault with
the operation of the airbags. Set the control to the ON
position to activate the
passenger's front airbag.
In this case, do not fit a child seat in the rear ward
facing position.
If one of the following indicator lamps comes on, this confirms that the corresponding system has been switched off intentionally.
This is may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the multifunction screen.
1
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Speech synthesis setting
This menu allows you to set the volume for
navigation instructions and to chooses the type
of voice (male or female).
Select language
This menu allows you to select the language
used by the screen display from a defined list.
Select "Synchronise minutes with
GPS" , so that the minutes are set
automatically by satellite reception.
Display configuration
This menu allows you to choose a colour
scheme for the screen, adjust the brightness,
set the date and time and choose the units
for distance (km or miles), fuel consumption
(l/100
km, mpg or km/l) and temperature
(°Celsius or °Fahrenheit).
Date and time
F Press the " SETUP" button.
F S elect "Display configuration" and press
on
B to confirm.
F

S
elect "Adjust date and time" and press
on
B to confirm.
F

A
djust the settings one by one using the
directional arrows then confirm by pressing
on B .
Trip computer
This menu allows you to view information on
the state of the vehicle. You can choose from
the following functions:
-

"
Alert log".
L

ist of active alerts.
-

"
State of functions".
L

ist of the state of functions (activated,
deactivated or faulty).
For safety reasons, configuration of the
multifunction screen by the driver must
be only done when stationary.
Monitoring

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Remote control key
System which permits central unlocking or locking of the vehicle using the lock or from a distance. It is also used to open the boot, locate and start
the vehicle, as well as providing protection against theft.
Unfolding / Folding the key
Complete unlocking using the
remote control
Unlocking the vehicle
F Press the open padlock to unlock the vehicle.
Complete unlocking using
the key
F Turn the key in the driver's door lock
towards the front of the vehicle to unlock it.
Selective unlocking using the
remote control
F Press the open padlock once to unlock the driver's door only.
Each unlocking is confirmed by rapid flashing
of the direction indicators for approximately two
seconds and by switching on of the courtesy
lamp.
According to version, the exterior mirrors unfold
at the same time as the first unlocking action.
The complete or selective unlocking parameter
is set via the instrument panel screen
configuration menu (see "Monitoring" section).
Complete unlocking is activated by default. F

P

ress the open padlock again to unlock the
other doors and the boot.
Selective unlocking is not possible
using the key.
Unlocking is confirmed by rapid flashing of
the direction indicators for approximately two
seconds and lighting of the courtesy lamp
(if the function is activated).
According to version, the door mirrors unfold at
the same time.
F

First press this button to unfold / fold the key.
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Operating problem
Following disconnection of the vehicle battery,
replacement of the remote control battery or in
the event of a remote control fault, you can no
longer unlock, lock or locate your vehicle.
F
F
irst of all, use the key in the lock to unlock
or lock your vehicle.
F

T
hen, reinitialise the remote control.
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop as soon as
possible.
Reinitialisation
F Switch off the ignition.
F T urn the key to position 2 (Igntion on) .
(

Refer to the "Starting-switching off the
engine" section).
F

P
ress the closed padlock immediately for a
few seconds, until the operation requested
is triggered.
F

S
witch off the ignition and remove the key
from the ignition switch.
The remote control is fully operational again.
Changing the battery
Battery ref.: CR2032 / 3 volts.
F

U
nclip the casing using a small screwdriver
at the notch.
F

R
emove the cover.
F

R
emove flat battery from its housing.
F

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

C
lip the cover into place.
Locating your vehicle
F Press the closed padlock to locate your locked vehicle in a car park.
This is indicated by switching on of the interior
lighting and flashing of the direction indicators
for a few seconds.
The vehicle remains locked.
If the battery is flat, you are informed
by illumination of this warning lamp,
an audible signal and a message in
the multifunction screen.
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Triggering of the alarm
This is indicated by sounding of the siren
and flashing of the direction indicators for
thirty seconds.
The monitoring functions remain active until
the alarm has been triggered eleven times in
succession.
When the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
control, rapid flashing of the indicator lamp
in the button informs you that the alarm was
triggered during your absence. When the
ignition is switched on, this flashing stops
immediately.
Failure of the remote control
F unlock the vehicle using the key in the driver's door lock,
F

o
pen the door; the alarm is triggered,
F

s
witch on the ignition; the alarm stops; the
indicator lamp in the button goes off.
Locking the vehicle without
activating the alarm
F Lock or deadlock the vehicle using the key in the driver's door lock.
Operating fault
When the ignition is switched on, fixed
illumination of the indicator lamp in the button
indicates a fault with the system.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Automatic activation*
2 minutes after closing the last door or the
boot, the system is activated automatically.
F

T
o avoid triggering the alarm when entering
the vehicle, first press the remote control
unlocking button.
* Depending on country of sale.
To deactivate the monitoring functions:
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Reinitialisation
If a window does not rise automatically, its
operation must be reinitialised:
F
p
ull the control until the window stops,
F

r
elease the control and pull it again until
the window closes fully,
F

c
ontinue to hold the control for
approximately one second after the window
has closed,
F

p
ress the control to lower the window
automatically to the low position,
F

w
hen the window has reached the low
position, press the control again for
approximately one second.
The safety anti-pinch function is not
operational during these operations.
Deactivation of the rear
electric window and door
controls
F For the safety of your children, press control 5 to deactivate the rear electric
window controls regardless of their
position.
Indicator lamp on, the rear controls are
deactivated.
Indicator lamp off, the rear controls are
activated.
A message in the instrument panel screen
informs you of the activation / deactivation of
the control. Any other status of the indicator lamp indicates
a fault with the electric child lock.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Always remove the key from the ignition
when leaving the vehicle, even for a
short time.
If an obstacle is encountered during
operation of the electric windows, you
must reverse the movement of the
window. To do this, press the control
concerned.
When the driver operates the controls
for the passengers' electric windows,
they must ensure that no one is
preventing correct closing of the
windows.
The driver must ensure that the
passengers use the electric windows
c o r r e c t l y.
Be particularly aware of children when
operating the windows.
This control also deactivates the interior
controls for the rear doors (refer to the "Child
safety - Electric child lock" section).
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Storing driving positions
System which stores the settings of the driver's
seat. Up to two positions can be stored using
the buttons on the side of the driver's seat.
When storing a driving position, the air
conditioning settings are also memorised.
Storing a position
Using buttons M / 1 / 2
F Switch on the ignition.
F A djust your seat.
F

P
ress button M , then press button 1 or 2
within four seconds.
A

n audible signal confirms that the settings
have been stored.
Storing a new position cancels the previous
position.
Welcome function
The welcome function assists entry and leaving
the vehicle.
After switching off the ignition and opening
the driver’s door, the seat moves back
automatically and then stays in this position,
ready for the next entry to the vehicle.
When switching on the ignition, the seat moves
for ward to the memorised driving position.
When moving the seat, take care that no
person or object hinders the automatic
movement of the seat.
This function is deactivated by default. You may
activate or deactivate this function using the
"Main Menu" on the instrument panel screen.
To do so, select " Vehicle parameters/Comfort /
Driver welcome".
To adjust the air conditioning, refer to
the "Air conditioning" section.For your safety, avoid storing a driving
position while driving.
Recalling a stored position
Ignition on or engine running
F briefly press button 1 or 2 to recall the
corresponding position.
A

n audible signal indicates the end of the
adjustment.
When the ignition is on, after a few consecutive
position recalls, the function will be deactivated
until the engine is started, to prevent
discharging of the battery.
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5. Air flow adjustment
Reducing the flow to minimum switches the
air conditioning OFF.
To prevent condensation and deterioration
of the quality of the air in the passenger
compartment, ensure that an adequate flow of
air is maintained.
6. Air conditioning
The air conditioning will only
operate when the engine is running.
The air blower control (air flow
adjustment) must be active in order
to obtain air conditioning.
7. Air recirculation - intake of exterior air
Automatic air intake modeIt is activated by default in
automatic comfort regulation.
Automatic mode is activated with
reverse gear or operation of the
screenwash. Closing the air intake
F
P ress control 7 to close the
exterior air intake.
It must be cancelled as soon as possible to
permit renewal of the air in the passenger
compartment and demisting.
Intake of exterior air
F

P
ress control 7 once to open
the exterior air intake.
While retaining the other settings, this position
allows the driver to isolate the passenger
compartment at any time from unpleasant
exterior odours and fumes.
F
P
ress the control:
-
to increase the air flow,- to reduce the air flow.
The air flow level is indicated by the
progressive lighting of the fan blade
indicator lamps.
This function permits recirculation of the air
and isolation the passenger compartment from
exterior fumes and odours. It is inactive when
the ambient temperature is below +5 °C to
avoid the risk of misting inside the vehicle.
You can store the air conditioning
settings. Refer to the "Storing driving
positions" section.
F

P

ress control 6 . The indicator lamp comes
on.
In order to be effective, the air conditioning
must be used with the windows closed.
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