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These have one position for use (up) and a
stowed position (down).
They can also be removed.
To remove a head restraint:
F
r
elease the backrest using control 1 ,
F
t
ilt the backrest 2 slightly for wards,
F
p
ull the head restraint upwards to the stop,
F
t
hen, press the lug A .
Rear head restraints
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be in place and
correctly adjusted.
F
R
emove the seat cushion 1 from its fixings
by pulling upwards.
Removing the seat cushion
Refitting the seat cushion
F Position the seat cushion 1 vertically in its fixings.
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Automatic day/night model
By means of a sensor, which measures the
light from the rear of the vehicle, this system
automatically and progressively changes
between the day and night uses. Adjustable mirror providing a central rear ward
view.
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which
darkens the mirror glass and reduces the
nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,
headlamps from other vehicles...
Rear view mirror
In order to ensure optimum visibility
during your manoeuvres, the mirror
lightens automatically when reverse
gear is engaged.
Steering wheel adjustment
F When stationary, pull the control lever to
release the adjustment mechanism.
F
A
djust the height and reach to suit your
driving position.
F
P
ush the control lever to lock the
adjustment mechanism.
As a safety precaution, these
operations should only be carried out
with the vehicle stationary.
Seeing clearly
For better rear vision, align the bottom of the
rear view mirror with the bottom of the rear
screen.
comfort
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F To use the cigarette lighter, press it in and wait a few seconds until it pops out
automatically.
F
T
o connect a 12 V accessory (max power:
120 W), remove the cigarette lighter and
connect a suitable adaptor.
cigarette lighter / 12 v
accessory socket
The connection of an electrical device
not approved by CITROËN, such as a
USB charger, may adversely affect the
operation of vehicle electrical systems,
causing faults such as poor telephone
reception or inter ference with displays
in the screens.
You can use this socket to connect a telephone
charger, a bottle warmer...
After use, put the cigarette lighter
back into
place straight away.
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Heating and Ventilation
controls
The incoming air follows various routes
depending on the controls selected by
the driver, the front passenger and rear
passengers.
The temperature control enables you to obtain
the level of comfort required by mixing the air of
the various circuits.
The air distribution control enables you to
select the air vents used in the passenger
compartment by the combined use of the
associated buttons.
The air flow control enables you to increase or
reduce the speed of the ventilation fan.
These controls are grouped together on control
panel A on the centre console.1.
W
indscreen demisting/defrosting vents.
2.
F
ront side quarter light window demisting/
defrosting vents.
3.
S
ide adjustable air vents.
4.
C
entral adjustable air vents.
System which creates and maintains good
conditions of comfort and visibility in the
vehicle's passenger compartment.
5.
A
ir outlets to the driver and front passenger
footwells.
6.
A
djustable air vents for the rear
passengers.
7.
A
ir outlets to the rear footwells.
Air distribution
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Switching the system off
F Turn the air flow control to the left until all of the indicator
lamps go off.
Avoid prolonged operation in interior
air recirculation mode or driving for
long periods with the system off (risk of
condensation and deterioration of air
quality).
This action switches off the air conditioning and
the ventilation.
Temperature related comfort is no longer
assured but a slight flow of air, due to the
movement of the vehicle, can still be felt.
F
M
odify the settings (temperature, air flow
or air distribution) or press the "AUTO"
button to reactivate the system with the
values set before it was switched off.9. Maximum air conditioning
F If you want to quickly cool the air in the passenger
compartment, press this
button; "LO" is displayed.
To return to the previous settings, press the
button again.
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A few driving recommendations
Observe the driving regulations at all times and remain vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your hands on the wheel so that you are ready to react at
any time to any eventuality.
On a long journey, a break every two hours is strongly recommended.
In difficult weather, drive smoothly, anticipate the need to brake and increase the distance from
other vehicles.
driving on flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage
to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the
electrical systems of your vehicle.-
c heck that the depth of water does not
exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves
that might be generated by other users,
-
d
eactivate the Stop & Start system,
-
d
rive as slowly as possible without stalling.
In all cases, do not exceed 6 mph
(10 km/h),
-
d
o not stop and do not switch off the
engine.
Important!
Never drive with the parking brake
applied - Risk of overheating and
damage to the braking system!
Do not park or run the engine when
stationary in areas where inflammable
substances and materials (dry grass,
dead leaves...) might come into contact
with the hot exhaust system - Risk of
fire!
Never leave a vehicle unsupervised
with the engine running. If you have
to leave your vehicle with the engine
running, apply the parking brake
and put the gearbox into neutral or
position
N or P, depending on the type
of gearbox.
If you are obliged to drive through
water:
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as
circumstances allow, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt on the state of your vehicle, contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Starting-switching off the engine
F Insert the electronic key in the reader.
F P ress the brake pedal for vehicles with
an automatic or electronic gearbox, or
fully declutch for vehicles with a manual
gearbox.
Starting using
the electronic key Starting with the "Keyless
Entry and Starting"
system
If one of the starting conditions is not
met, a reminder message appears in
the instrument panel screen. In some
circumstances, it is necessary to turn
the steering wheel slightly while pressing
the "START/STOP" button to assist
unlocking of the steering; a message
warns you when this is needed.
With a manual gearbox
, put the gear lever in neutral.
With an electronic gearbox , put the gear lever in N.
With an automatic gearbox , put the gear lever in P or N.
For
d iesel vehicles, in
temperatures below zero the
engine will not start until the
preheater warning lamp has gone off.
If this warning lamp comes on after
pressing "START/STOP", you should
hold the brake or clutch pedal down
until the warning lamp goes off and
do not press the START/STOP button
again.
F
W
ith the electronic key inside the vehicle
(it is not necessary to put it in the reader),
press the brake pedal for vehicles with
an automatic or electronic gearbox, or
fully declutch for vehicles with a manual
gearbox.
F
P
ress the " START/STOP "
button.
T
he engine starts (see the
warning below for Diesel
vehicles). F
P
ress the " START/STOP "
button.
T
he engine starts (see the
warning below for Diesel
vehicles). The "Keyless Entry and Starting" device
must be in the recognition zone.
For safety reasons, do not leave
this
zone with the vehicle running.
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Stop & Start
Operation
Going into engine STOP
mode
The "E cO" warning lamp comes on
in the instrument panel and the engine
goes into standby automatically:
-
w
ith a manual gearbox, at speeds below
12 mph (20 km/h) or vehicle stationary with
the BlueHDi 115 and 120 versions, when
you place the gear lever in neutral and you
release the clutch pedal,
-
w
ith an electronic gearbox, at speeds
below 5 mph (8 km/h), when you press
the brake pedal or put the gear lever in
position
N,
-
w
ith an automatic gearbox, vehicle
stationary, when you press the brake pedal
or put the gear lever in position N .If your vehicle is fitted with the
system, a time counter calculates
the sum of the periods in STOP
mode during a journey. It resets itself
to zero every time the ignition is
switched on with the START/STOP
button.
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition
with the START/STOP button. For your comfort, during parking
maoeuvres, STOP mode is not
available for a few seconds after
coming out of reverse gear.
STOP mode does not affect the
functionality of the vehicle, such as for
example, braking, power steering...
The Stop & Start
system puts the engine temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams, or other...).
The
engine restarts automatically - START mode - as soon as you want to move off. The restart takes place instantly, quickly and silently.
Per fect for urban use, the Stop & Start system reduces fuel consumption and exhaust emissions as well as the noise level when
stationary.
driving