2017 Citroen C3 RHD Owner's Manual

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Parking sensors
This system indicates the proximity of an
obstacle (e.g. pedestrian, vehicle, tree, gate)
which comes within the field of detection of
sensors located in the bumper.
Certain types of obstacle (e.g. stake,
roadworks cone) detected initially will no longer
be detected at the end of the manoeuvre, if
they are located in blind spots in the sensors'
field of detection.
This system cannot in any circumstances replace
the need for vigilance on the part of the driver.
Rear parking sensors
The system is switched on by engaging reverse
g e a r.
This is confirmed by an audible signal.
The system is switched off when you come out
of reverse gear.
Audible assistance
The proximity information is given by an
intermittent audible signal, the frequency of
which increases as the vehicle approaches the
obstacle.
The sound emitted by the speaker (right-hand
or left-hand) indicates the side on which the
obstacle is located.
When the distance between the vehicle and
the obstacle becomes less than approximately
thirty centimetres, the audible signal becomes
continuous.
Visual assistance
This supplements the audible signal by
displaying bars in the screen which move
progressively nearer to the vehicle.
When the obstacle is very close, the "Danger"
symbol is displayed in the screen.
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Deactivation or activation of the system is done
via the vehicle configuration menu.The system will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being
towed or a bicycle carrier is fitted on
a towbar (vehicle fitted with a towbar
installed in line with the manufacturer's
recommendations). In bad or wintry weather, ensure that
the sensors are not covered with mud,
ice or snow. When reverse gear is
engaged, an audible signal (long beep)
indicates that the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger
the audible signals of the parking
sensor system.High pressure jet wash
When washing your vehicle, do not
direct the lance within 30 cm of the
sensors.
Deactivation / Activation
In the event of a fault, when reverse
gear is engaged, this warning lamp
lights up in the instrument panel,
accompanied by a message and an
audible signal.
Operating fault
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
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Reversing camera
The reversing camera is activated automatically
when reverse gear is engaged.
The image is displayed in the touch screen.The reversing camera cannot, in any
circumstances, replace the need for
vigilance on the part of of the driver. Opening the tailgate causes the display
to disappear.
The reversing camera function may be
supplemented with parking sensors. High pressure jet washing
When washing your vehicle, do not
direct the lance within 30 cm of the
camera lens. Clean the reversing camera regularly
using a soft, dry cloth.
The blue lines represent the general direction
of the vehicle (the gap represents the width of
your vehicle except for the door mirrors).
The red lines represent a distance of about
30 cm beyond the edge of your vehicle's rear
b u m p e r.
The green lines represent distances of
about 1 and 2 metres beyond the edge of your
vehicle's rear bumper.
It is normal to see part of the number plate
displayed at the bottom of the screen.
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Driving with under-inflated tyres
increases fuel consumption.The under-inflation detection system
does not replace the need for vigilance
on the part of the driver.
This system does not avoid the need to
check the tyre pressures (including the
spare wheel) every month as well as
before a long journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres impairs
road holding, extends braking distances
and causes premature tyre wear,
particularly under arduous conditions
(high loading, high speed, long journey).
The inflation pressures defined for
your vehicle can be found on the tyre
pressure label.
For more information on the
Identification markings
, refer to the
corresponding section.
Snow chains
The system does not have to be
reinitialised after fitting or removing
snow chains.
Under-inflation detection
System which automatically checks the pressures of the tyres while driving.
The system monitors the pressures in the four
tyres, once the vehicle is moving.
It compares the information given by the four
wheel speed sensors with reference values,
which must be reinitialised ever y time the
tyre pressures are adjusted or a wheel
changed .
The system triggers an alert as soon as it
detects a drop in the inflation pressure of one
or more tyres. Checking tyre pressures
This check should be done when
the
tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped
for
1 hour or after a journey of less than
6 miles (10 km) at moderate speeds).
Other wise, add 0.3 bar to the pressures
shown on the label.
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Under-inflation alertReinitialisation
Before reinitialising the system, ensure
that the pressures of the four tyres are
correct for the use of the vehicle and in
line with the recommendations on the
tyre pressure label.
The under-inflation alert can only
be relied on if the reinitialisation of
the system has been done with the
pressures in the four tyres correctly
adjusted.
The under-inflation detection system
does not give a warning if a pressure is
incorrect at the time of reinitialisation.
This is given by fixed illumination of
this warning lamp, accompanied by
an audible signal and, depending on
equipment, the display of a message.
It is necessary to reinitialise the system every
time one or more tyre pressures are adjusted,
and after changing one or more wheels.
F

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educe speed immediately, avoid
excessive steering movements and sudden
braking.
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top the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
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so. F

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f you have a compressor, such as the one
in the temporary puncture repair kit, check
the pressures of the four tyres when cold.
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f it is not possible to make this check
immediately, drive carefully at reduced
speed.
or
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n the event of a puncture, use the
temporary puncture repair kit or the spare
wheel (depending on equipment).
The loss of pressure detected does not
always cause visible bulging of the tyre.
Do not satisfy yourself with just a visual
check. The alert is maintained until the system
is reinitialised.
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Reinitialisation of the system must be done with
the ignition on and the vehicle stationary:
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n the vehicle configuration menu, for
vehicles fitted with a display screen,
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n the instrument panel display, for vehicles
without a display screen.
Touch screen
Monochrome screen C
Operating fault
The flashing and then fixed illumination of the
under-inflation warning lamp accompanied
by illumination of the Service warning lamp
indicates a fault with the system.
A message appears, accompanied by an
audible signal.
In this case, under-inflation monitoring of the
tyres is no longer assured.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Before doing anything to the system,
the pressures of the four tyres must be
checked and the system reinitialised.
Instrument panel displayReinitialisation of the function is done
in the Driving menu.
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n the Driving menu, select the " Driving
functions " tab.
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n the page, select the " Under-inflation
initialisation " function.
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ect " Ye s" to confirm.
The reinitialisation is confirmed by the display
of a message and an audible signal.
Reinitialisation of the function is
done in the " Personalisation-
configuration " menu of the screen.
F

Sel

ect the " Define the vehicle
parameters " menu. F

M
ake a short press on this button
to access the menu.
F

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elect the corresponding item
then confirm.
A high tone audible signal confirms the
reinitialisation.
A low tone audible signal indicates that the
reinitialisation was not completed. F

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ect the "
Comfort " menu.
F
Sel
ect the "
Tyre inflation " menu.
F
Sel
ect the "
Reinitialisation " function.
F
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ect "
Ye s" to confirm.
The reinitialisation is confirmed by an audible
signal.
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CITROËN ConnectedCAM™*
This camera, installed at the top of the
windscreen and connected wirelessly, permits:
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t
he taking of photos and videos by pressing
the dedicated control,
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t
he sending of the vehicle's GPS
coordinates to a smartphone,
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t
he recording of secure videos: a sensor
(accelerometer) automatically triggers the
camera in the event of an impact,
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t
he sharing of photos and videos by email,
text and on social media via the "CITROËN
ConnectedCAM™" application on a
smartphone.
*

Depending on country of sale. As the use of CITROËN
ConnectedCAM™ is under your control
and your responsibility, you must
ensure that data protection regulations
(images of other people, vehicle
number plates, protected buildings,
etc.), the highway code and road safety
regulations are complied with. Check
first that your insurance company
accepts films collected from CITROËN
ConnectedCAM™ as evidence.Operation
In order to be able to use all of the functions of
the camera, you must carry out the following
operations:
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ownload the " CITROËN ConnectedCAM™ "
application onto a smartphone,
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air the smartphone with the camera
following the instructions given by the
application.
Pairing is necessary at the first connection.
After this it will be automatic.
The default pairing code is: ConnectedCam.
On
F Press and hold this button to switch the
camera on.
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he indicator lamp in the button comes on.
Off
F Press and hold this button to switch the
camera off.
T
he indicator lamp in the button switches off.
If you switch the camera off manually, it will
remain off even after restarting the vehicle. You
must switch it back on manually. When the camera is switched on, video
recording is automatic and permanent.
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Managing photos and videos
F Press this button briefly to take a photo.
An audible signal confirms that the request has
been taken into account. F

P
ress and hold this button to
record a video.
An audible signal confirms that the request has
been taken into account.
Using the " CITROËN ConnectedCAM™ "
application, you will then be able to share
your photos and videos automatically and
immediately on social media or by email.
A "micro USB" port also permits retrieval of the
data from the camera onto other media such
as: computers, tablets, etc.
System reset
Operating fault
Pressing and holding these two buttons
simultaneously resets the system.
This action clears all the data recorded on the
camera and resets the camera's default pairing
code. If a system fault occurs, the indicator
lamp in the button flashes.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
For safety reasons, the driver must not
use the CITROËN ConnectedCAM™
application, accessible from a
smartphone, while driving. They must
carry out all actions requiring sustained
attention when the vehicle is stationary.
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