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Steering wheel adjustment
F When stationary, lower the control lever
to release the steering wheel adjustment
mechanism.
F

A
djust the height to suit your driving
position.
F

P
ull the control lever to lock the steering
wheel adjustment mechanism.
As a safety precaution, these operations
should only be carried out while the
vehicle is stationary.
Mirrors
Door mirrors
Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass
permitting the lateral rearward vision necessary
for overtaking or parking. They can also be
folded for parking in confined spaces.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should
be adjusted to reduce the "blind spots".
Demisting - Defrosting
Demisting-defrosting of the door
mirrors operates with the engine
running, by switching on the heated
rear screen.
For more information on Demisting and
defrosting the rear screen , refer to the
corresponding section.
Manual model
Adjustment
F Operate the lever in the four directions to adjust the angle of the mirror glass.
Folding
F Fold the mirror manually to protect it when the vehicle is parked.
Unfolding
F Unfold it before moving off again.
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Heating / Ventilation
This system operates only with the engine running.
1Temperature.
2 A ir f low.
3 Air distribution.
4 Air intake / Air recirculation
Manual air conditioning
(without display screen)
This system operates only with the engine running.
1Temperature.
2 A ir f low.
3 Air distribution.
4 Air intake / Air recirculation
5 Air conditioning.
Temperature
F Turn the thumb wheel from
blue (cold) to red (hot) to
modulate the temperature to
your liking.
Air flow
F Turn the thumb wheel to obtain a comfortable air flow.Deactivation
If you put the air flow control in the 0 position,
the temperature is no longer controlled.
A slight flow of air can still be felt, resulting from
the for ward movement of the vehicle.
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Electronic air conditioning (with display screen)
This system operates only with the engine running.
1Air intake / Air recirculation
2 Temperature.
3 Air conditioning.
4 Faster air conditioning.
5 Air distribution.
6 A ir f low.
Air intake / Air recirculation
Recirculation of the interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from exterior odours
and fumes.
As soon as possible, deactivate the function to
avoid the quality of the air from deteriorating
and mist forming.
F

P
ress the button to prevent
fresh air from entering and
recirculate the interior air. The
indicator light illuminates in the
display screen to confirm this. F

P
ress the button again to allow
fresh outside air to enter. The
indicator light goes off from the
display screen to confirm this.
Temperature
F Press these buttons (red for hot and blue for cold), to
adjust the temperature to your
requirements.
The temperature bars come on or go off
progressively on the display.
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Rear screen demist - defrost
The control button is located on the heating / ventilation or air conditioning system
control panel.
Switching on
Demisting - defrosting of the rear screen can
only function when the engine is running.F

P
ress this button to demist /
defrost the rear screen and
(depending on version) the
door mirrors. The indicator
light associated with the button
comes on. The demisting/defrosting switches off
automatically to prevent an excessive
consumption of current.
Switching off
F The front defrosting operation
can be stopped before it turns
off automatically by pressing the
button again.
The indicator light associated with the button
goes off.
Turn off the defrosting of the rear window
and the side mirrors (depending on
the version) as soon as you consider it
necessary.
Because lower energy consumption
reduces fuel consumption.
Heated lower windscreen.
(Depending on the country of sale.)
In cold conditions, the heated rear window
switch also allows the lower windscreen to be
heated, so as to free the wiper blades when
frozen to the glass by frost or snow.
The function is active when the ambient
temperature is below 0°C.
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Recommendations for heating, ventilation and air conditioning
In order for these systems to be fully
effective, follow the operation and
maintenance guidelines below:
F
T
o ensure that the air is distributed
evenly, keep the external air intake
grilles at the base of the windscreen, the
nozzles, the vents, the air outlets and
the air extractor located in the back free
from obstructions.
F

O
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.
F

E
nsure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and have the
filter elements replaced regularly.
We 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).
F

T
o ensure the correct operation of the
air conditioning system, you are also
advised to have it checked regularly as
recommended in the maintenance and
warranty guide.
F

I
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. 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.
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge of
water under the vehicle which is per fectly
normal.
Stop & Star t
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.
For more information on Stop & Star t , ,
refer to the corresponding section.
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Lighting control
In some climate conditions (low
temperature, humidity), the presence
of mist on the internal sur face of the
headlamp and rear lamp glass is normal;
this disappears a few minutes after the
lights are switched on.
Selection ring for main lighting
mode
Lighting off (ignition off) / Daytime
running lights (engine running).
Turn the ring to align the desired symbol with
the marking.
Side lights only.
Dipped or main beam headlights.
Dipping the headlights
Pull the lever to switch the lighting
between dipped and main beam
headlights.
Display
Illumination of the corresponding indicator
light in the instrument panel confirms that the
lighting selected is on.
Fog light selection ring
The fog lights operate with the dipped and main
beam headlights.
Rear fog light only
F To switch it on, turn the ring for wards.
F T o switch it off, turn the ring backwards.
In the lighting off and side lights modes, the
driver can switch on the main beam headlights
temporarily ("headlight flash") by keeping the
lever pulled.
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Courtesy lights
ACourtesy lights
B Map reading lights
Front and rear courtesy lights
In permanent lighting mode, the lighting
time varies according to the circumstances:
-

W
hen the ignition is off, approximately
ten minutes.
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I
n energy savings mode, approximately
thirty seconds.
-

W
hen the engine is running, no limit.
Front map reading lights
F With the ignition on, press the corresponding switch.
In this position, the courtesy light
comes on gradually:
- When unlocking the vehicle.
-
W hen the key is removed from the ignition
switch.
-
W

hen opening a door.
-

W
hen actuating the locking button on the
remote control in order to locate your vehicle.
It switches off gradually:
-
W

hen locking the vehicle.
-

W
hen the ignition is switched on.
-

3
0 seconds after the last door is closed.Permanently off.
Permanent lighting.
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Electronic stability programme (ESC)
Electronic Stability Programming including the
following systems:
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a
nti-lock braking system (ABS) and
electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
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ergency braking assistance (EBA),
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heel anti-slip regulation (ASR) or traction
control,
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d

ynamic stability control (DSC).
Definitions
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
and electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD)
These systems improve the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking
and contribute towards improved control in
corners, in particular on poor or slippery road
surfaces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of
emergency braking.
The electronic brake force distribution system
manages the braking pressure wheel by wheel.
Emergency braking assistance
In an emergency, this system enables you to
reach the optimum braking pressure more
quickly and therefore reduce the stopping
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. The effect of this is
a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and
an increase in braking efficiency.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
This system optimises traction in order to
avoid wheel slip by acting on the brakes of
the driving wheels and on the engine. It also
improves the directional stability of the vehicle
on acceleration.
Dynamic stability control (DSC)
If there is a difference between the path
followed by the vehicle and that required by the
driver, this system monitors each wheel and
automatically acts on the brake of one or more
wheels and on the engine to return the vehicle
to the required path, within the limits of the laws
of physics.
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) and electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
The fixed illumination of this warning
lamp signals that there is a fault with
the ABS.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at moderate speed.
Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
Illumination of this warning lamp,
coupled with the STOP and ABS
warning lamps, accompanied by
the display of a message and an
audible signal, signals that there is a
fault with the electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD).
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Call on a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Safety