2017 CITROEN C4 CACTUS remote start

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In case of malfunction or difficulties
moving the tailgate when opening or
closing it, have it checked as soon as
possible by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop to ensure that this
inconvenience does not get worse, making
the tailgate fall and causing serious
injuries.
Closing
If the tailgate is not fully closed:
- w ith the engine running or the vehicle
moving (speed below 6 mph (10 km/h)) , a
message appears in the screen.
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ith the vehicle moving (speed above
6
mph (10 km/h)) , a message appears in the
screen, accompanied by an audible signal.
Emergency control
F Lower the tailgate using the interior grab handle.
To unlock the boot manually in the event of a
battery or central locking failure.
To unlock the boot
F Fold the rear seats to gain access to the lock from inside the boot.
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nsert a small screwdriver into hole A of the
lock.
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ove the latch to the left.
To re-lock the boot
If the problem persists, the boot will remain
locked after opening and closing.
Alarm
System which protects and provides a deterrent
against theft and break-ins. It provides the
following type of monitoring: -

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xterior perimeter
:
The system checks whether the vehicle is
opened. The alarm is triggered if anyone
tries to open a door, the boot or the bonnet.
Self-protection function : the system
checks for the putting out of ser vice of its
own components. The alarm is triggered
if the battery, button or siren wiring is
disconnected or damaged.
For all work on the alarm system,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Locking the vehicle with
alarm system
Activation
F Switch off the ignition and get out of the vehicle.
F

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ock or deadlock the vehicle
using the remote control or
Keyless Entry and Starting
system.
When the monitoring system is active, the
button indicator lamp flashes once per second
and the direction indicators come on for about
two seconds.
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When the vehicle automatically locks itself
again (as happens if a door or boot is not
opened within 30 seconds of unlocking),
the monitoring system is automatically
reactivated.
Triggering of the alarm
This is indicated by sounding of the siren
and flashing of the direction indicators for
30 seconds.
The monitoring functions remain active until
the alarm has been triggered eleven times
consecutively.
When the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
control or the
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eyless Entry and Starting
system, rapid flashing of the locking button
indicator lamp informs you that the alarm
was triggered during your absence. When
the ignition is switched on, this flashing stops
immediately.
Locking the vehicle without
activating the alarm
F Lock or deadlock the vehicle using the key (integral to the remote control) in the driver's
door lock.
Failure of the remote
control
To deactivate the monitoring functions:
F u nlock the vehicle using the key (integral to
the remote control) in the driver's door lock,
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pen the door; this sets off the alarm.
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pon switching on the ignition, the alarm
stops. The button indicator lamp goes off.
The monitoring system is
deactivated: the indicator lamp in
the button goes off and the direction
indicators flash for about 2 seconds.
If a door, boot, etc. is not properly closed,
the vehicle is not locked but the exterior
perimeter monitoring will be activated after
45 seconds.
Deactivation
F Press the unlocking button on
the remote control.
or
F

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nlock the vehicle with the
K
eyless Entry
and Starting system.
The exterior perimeter monitoring is activated
after five seconds.
Malfunction
When the ignition is switched on, and for
10 seconds after wards, the flashing of the
locking button indicator lamp indicates a
system fault.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Front electric window
controls
1.
Front left.
2. Front right.
Manual operation
To open or close the window, press or pull the
switch gently, without exceeding the resistance
point. The window stops as soon as the switch
is released.
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Electric adjustment
As a safety measure, the mirrors should
be adjusted to reduce the "blind spots".
Manual folding
You can manually fold the mirrors (parking
obstruction, narrow garage, etc.).
F
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urn the mirror towards the vehicle.
Electric folding
From outside: lock the vehicle using the remote
control or the Keyless Entry and Starting
system.
The folding and unfolding of the door
mirrors when locking or unlocking the
vehicle can be deactivated via the vehicle
configuration menu.
Demisting – Defrosting
F Turn control A to the right or left to select the corresponding mirror.
F

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ove the control in all four directions to
adjust.
F

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eturn the control to the central position.
Demisting-defrosting of the door
mirrors operates with the engine
running, by switching on the heated
rear screen.
For more information on Rear screen
demisting – defrosting, refer to the
corresponding section.
Rear view mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which
darkens the mirror glass and reduces the
nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,
headlamps of other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Adjustment
F A djust the mirror so that the glass is
directed correctly in the "day" position.
Day/night position
F

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ull the lever to change to the "night" anti-
dazzle position.
F

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ush the lever to change to the normal
"day" position.
If your vehicle is fitted with this function, the
mirrors can be folded electrically from the inside,
with the vehicle parked and the ignition on:
F

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urn control A to opposite the mark.
Automatic "electrochrome"
model
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Starting/Switching off the
engine with the key
Ignition switch
Ignition on position (2)
It allows the use of the vehicle's electric
equipment or portable devices to be charged.
Once the state of charge of the battery drops
to the reser ve level, the system switches to
energy economy mode: the power supply is
cut off automatically to preser ve the remaining
battery charge.Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key
or the remote control, which would weigh
down on its blade in the ignition switch
and could cause a malfunction.
Switching off the engine leads to a loss of
braking assistance.
Starting the engine
Parking brake applied:
F
W ith a manual gearbox , place the gear
lever in neutral then depress the clutch
pedal fully.
F

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ith an automatic gearbox , place the gear
selector in mode N or P then depress the
brake pedal fully.
F

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ith an electronic gearbox , place the gear
selector in mode N then depress the brake
pedal fully.
F

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nsert the key into the ignition switch; the
system recognises the code.
F

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nlock the steering column by
simultaneously turning the steering wheel
and the key.
In certain cases, you may have to apply
more force to the steering wheel (wheels
on full lock, for example). F

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ith a petrol engine
, operate the starter
motor by turning the key to position 3
without pressing the accelerator pedal,
until the engine starts. Once the engine is
running, release the key.
F
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ith a Diesel engine
, turn the key to
position 2 , ignition on, to operate the engine
pre-heating system.
It has 3 positions:
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position 1 (Stop): inserting and removing
the key, steering column locked,
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position 2 (Ignition on) : steering column
unlocked, ignition on, Diesel pre-heating,
engine running,
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position 3 (Starting) . Wait until this warning lamp goes off
in the instrument panel, then operate
the starter motor by turning the key
to position 3 without pressing the
accelerator pedal, until the engine
starts. Once the engine is running,
release the key.
In wintry conditions, the warning lamp
can stay on for a longer period. When the
engine is hot, the warning lamp does not
come on.
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition. Wait a few moments
before operating the starter motor again.
If the engine does not start after several
attempts, do not keep trying: you risk
damaging the starter motor or the engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Switching the ignition on
(without starting)
F Press the "START/STOP" button, the
instrument panel comes on but the engine
does not start.
F

P
ress the button again to switch off the
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked.
With the ignition on, the system
automatically goes into energy economy
mode to maintain an adequate state of
charge in the battery.
Key not detected
Back-up starting
A back-up reader is fitted underneath the
parking brake lever so that the engine can be
started if the system does not detect the key in
the recognition zone, or when the battery in the
electronic key is flat.
F

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ith a manual gearbox, place the gear
lever in neutral, then fully depress the clutch
pedal.
F

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ith an automatic gearbox , select
mode P, then fully depress the brake pedal.
F

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ith an electronic gearbox , select
mode N, then fully depress the brake pedal.
F

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ress the " START/STOP " button.
The engine starts.
Back-up switch-off
Emergency switch-off
With the Keyless Entry and Starting remote
control inside the vehicle, pressing the
" START/STOP " button, with no action on the
pedals , allows the ignition to be switched on.
This also allows the accessories to be used (for
example: audio system, lighting, etc.).
F

P
lace and hold the remote control against
the reader. When the electronic key is not detected or is
no longer in the recognition zone, a message
appears on the touch screen when closing a
door or trying to switch off the engine.
F

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o confirm the instruction to switch off the
engine, press the " START/STOP" button for
about three seconds.
In the event of a fault with the electronic key,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In the event of an emergency only, the
engine can be switched off without
conditions (even when driving).
Press the " START/STOP " button for about
three seconds.
In this case, the steering column locks as
soon as the vehicle stops.
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Driving

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Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, etc.) be limited.
Engines
Petrol
Diesel
These engines are examples provided as a
guide.
The locations of the following elements may
vary:
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ir filter.
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ngine oil dipstick.
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ngine oil filler cap. 1.
Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Engine coolant reservoir.
3. Brake fluid reser voir.
4. Battery.
5. Fusebox.
6. A i r f i l t e r.
7. Engine oil dipstick.
8. Engine oil filler cap.
9. Remote earth point.
The Diesel fuel system operates under
very high pressure.
All work on this circuit must be carried out
only by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Checking levels
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with
the manufacturer's service schedule. Top them
up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
The fluid must comply with the
manufacturer's recommendations and with
the vehicle's engine. Take care when working under the bonnet,
as certain areas of the engine may be
extremely hot (risk of burns) and the
cooling fan could start at any time (even
with the ignition off).
Used products
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to health
or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into
sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop and dispose of
it in the containers reser ved for this
purpose.
Engine oil level
The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator in the instrument
panel for vehicles equipped with an
electric gauge, or using the dipstick.
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Never try to start the engine by connecting
a battery charger.
Never use a 24 V or higher battery
b o o s t e r.
Check beforehand that the backup
battery has a nominal voltage of 12 V and
a capacity at least equal to that of the
discharged battery.
The two vehicles must not be in contact
with each other.
Switch off all the electrical consumers
on both vehicles (audio system, wipers,
lighting, etc.).
Make sure that the jump leads are not
close to moving parts of the engine (fan,
belts, etc.).
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal while
the engine is running.12 V battery
Procedure for starting the engine using another
battery or charging a discharged battery.
Lead-acid starter batteries
Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead.
They must be disposed of in
accordance with regulations and must
not, in any circumstances, be discarded
with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection
point.
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
All operations on the battery must be
carried out in a well ventilated area and
away from naked flames and sources of
sparks, so as to avoid the risk of explosion
or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards.
Access to the battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
For access to the (+) terminal:
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elease the bonnet using the interior lever,
then the exterior safety catch,
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ift the bonnet, then fix it in place with its
st ay.
(+) Positive terminal.
It has a quick-release clamp.
(-) Negative terminal.
The negative terminal is not accessible, use the
engine mounting.
Starting using another
battery
When your vehicle's battery is flat, the engine
can be started using a backup battery (external
or from another vehicle) and jump leads or a
battery booster.
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In the event of a breakdown

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You must reinitialise certain systems yourself,
by referring to the corresponding section, such
as:
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he remote control or electronic key
(depending on version),
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he electric windows,
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he date and time,
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he radio preset stations.The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a continuous
period of immobilisation of the vehicle,
a period which depends on the exterior
temperature and the state of charge of the
battery (up to about 8 hours).To w i n g
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for
towing another vehicle using the towing eye.
Access to tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
t h e f l o o r.
To access it:
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pen the boot,
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ift the floor and remove it,
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emove the towing eye from the holder. General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country where you drive.
Ensure that the weight of the towing
vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of
the towed vehicle and must have a valid
driving licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground, always use an approved
towbar; rope and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine
off, there is no longer braking and steering
assistance.
In the following cases, you must always
call on a professional recovery ser vice:
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ehicle broken down on a motor way or
a main road,
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our-wheel drive vehicle,
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hen it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking brake,
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hen it is not possible to tow a vehicle
with an automatic gearbox, with the
engine running,
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owing with only two wheels on the
ground,
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here there is no approved towbar
available, etc.
In the event of a breakdown