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F Press this button to increase air f low.
Air distribution
F Press this button repeatedly to direct the air flow in turn to:
-
t
he windscreen, the side windows and the
footwells,
-
t
he footwells,
-
t
he central vents, the side vents and the
footwells,
-
t
he windscreen, the side windows, the
centre vents and the footwells,
-
t
he centre and side vents,
-
t
he windscreen and side windows
(demisting or defrosting).
Air flow
F Press this button to decrease air f low.
The air flow symbol (a fan) appears. It is filled
in or emptied progressively according to the
setting.
Air conditioning
It enables you to:
- l ower the temperature, in summer,
-
i
ncrease the effectiveness of the demisting
in winter, above 3°C.
Switching on
With the engine running, the air conditioning is
designed to operate effectively in all seasons,
with the windows closed.
The air conditioning does not operate
when the air flow adjustment is set
to
off.To obtain cool air more quickly, you
can use interior air recirculation for
a few moments. Then return to the
intake of exterior air. F
P
ress this button; its indicator
lamp comes on.
F
P
ress this button again; its
indicator lamp goes off.
Switching off
Switching off may result in some
discomfort (humidity, misting).
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Front demist - defrost
These markings on the control panel indicate the control positions for rapid demisting or
defrosting of the windscreen and side windows.
Manual air conditioning
With Stop & Start, when demisting has
been activated, the STOP mode is not
available.
Dual-zone digital air
conditioning
F Put the air flow, temperature and distribution controls to the dedicated
marked position.
The system automatically manages the air
conditioning, air flow and air intake, and
provides optimum distribution towards the
windscreen and side windows.
The system reverts to the previous settings. F
P ress this button to demist or
defrost the windscreen and side
windows as quickly as possible.
F
T
o stop, press this button again
or on "AUTO".
F
F
or air conditioning, press
this button; its indicator lamp
comes
on. Heated windscreen and washer jets
For more information on the Wiper
control stalk
and in particular the
heated windscreen and washer jets,
refer to the corresponding section.
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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance
guidelines below:
F
T
o obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located at the rear.
F
D
o not cover the sunshine sensor, located at the top of the windscreen; this is used for
regulation of the air conditioning system.
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.
W
e 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 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.
Recommendations for heating, ventilation and air conditioning
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.
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.
Stop & Start
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.
Air vents
To close a vent, move the control
towards the outside of the vehicle. Slight
resistance may be felt.
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I require...Heating or Manual air conditioning
Air distribution Air flowRecirculation of interior air /
Intake of exterior air Temperature Manual AC
HOT
COLD
DEMISTING
DEFROSTING
Suggested interior settings
Dual-zone air conditioning: use the automatic mode in preference by pressing the "AUTO" button.
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Rear Heating - Air conditioning
Activation/Deactivation
F Press this button to enable the rear controls, its indicator lamp
comes on.
F
P
ress this button again to inhibit
the rear controls, its indicator
lamp goes off.
Air flow
If your vehicle is fitted with a rear air
conditioning unit, located in the roof, this
system allows the distribution of air conditioned
and heated air via ducting and individual
outlets. F
T
urn the knob to increase or
decrease the air flow.
Temperature
- Turn the knob from blue (cold) to red (hot) to modulate the
temperature to your liking.
This button is accessible from the front, from
the air conditioning control panel.
This control simultaneously adjusts the
temperature and the location of the air
delivery:
-
a
t blue: the air is delivered mainly at
roof level,
-
a
t red: the air is delivered mainly
by the vent located in row 3 on
the
right.
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If a significant accumulation of snow or
ice is present, or when using a bicycle
carrier on the boot, deactivate the
automatic rear wiper. This function is activated by default.
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will come into operation automatically if the
windscreen wipers are operating.
In the vehicle settings menu, activate/
deactivate "Rear wiper in reverse ".
With the audio system
In the "Personalisation-configuration " menu,
activate/deactivate " Rear wipe in reverse
gear ".
With the touch screen Activation / Deactivation
Activation or deactivation of the function is
done in the vehicle configuration menu.
F
P
ull the windscreen wiper stalk towards
you. The screenwash then the wipers
operate for a fixed period.
The headlamp wash is only activated if the
dipped headlamps are on and the vehicle is
moving .
With daytime running lamps, to activate the
headlamp wash, position the lighting stalk in
the dipped beam position.
Windscreen and headlamp
wash
On vehicles fitted with automatic
air conditioning, any action on the
windscreen wash control results in
temporary closing of the air intake to
avoid odours inside the passenger
compartment.
Screenwash/headlamp wash
level low
In the case of vehicles fitted with headlamp
washers, when the fluid reservoir low level
is reached this warning lamp comes on in
the instrument panel, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message.
The warning lamp comes on when the ignition
is switched on, or every time the stalk is
operated, until the reservoir is refilled.
Next time you stop, refill the screenwash /
headlamp wash reservoir.
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Dynamic stability control (DSC)
and anti-slip regulation (ASR)
Activation
These systems are activated automatically
each time the vehicle is started.
As soon as they detect a problem of grip or
trajectory, these systems act on the operation
of the engine and brakes.This is indicated by flashing of this
warning lamp in the instrument panel.
Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground...), it may be advisable to deactivate
the DSC system, so that the wheels can move
freely and regain grip.
But it is recommended that the system be
reactivated as soon as possible.
Operating fault
Reactivation
F Press this button. F
T
urn the knob to this position.
Or
The indicator lamp in the button or the knob
comes on: the DSC system no longer acts on
the operation of the engine. The system is reactivated automatically each
time the ignition is switched back on or from
30
mph (50 km/h).
However, below 30 mph (50 km/h) you can
manually reactivate the system. F
P
ress this button.
Or
F
T
urn the knob to this position.
The indicator lamp in the button or the knob
goes off. The DSC system offers exceptional
safety in normal driving, but this should
not encourage the driver to take extra
risks or drive at high speed.
The correct operation of the system
depends on observation of the
manufacturer's recommendations
regarding the wheels (tyres and rims),
the braking components, the electronic
components and the CITROËN
assembly and repair procedures.
After an impact, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.If this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the screen, this
indicates a fault with the system.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
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Airbags
System designed to contribute towards
improving the safety of the occupants (with the
exception of the centre seat in rows 2 and 3, if
so equipped) in the event of violent collisions.
The airbags supplement the action of the seat
belts fitted with force limiters.
If a collision occurs, the electronic detectors
record and analyse the front and side impacts
sustained in the impact detection zones:
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i
n the case of a serious impact, the airbags
are deployed instantly and contribute
towards better protection of the occupants
of the vehicle (with the exception of
the centre seat in rows 2 and 3, if so
equipped); immediately after the impact,
the airbags deflate rapidly so that they
do not hinder visibility or the exit of the
occupants,
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i
n the case of a minor or rear impact or in
certain roll-over conditions, the airbags
may not be deployed; the seat belt
alone contributes towards ensuring your
protection in these situations. The airbags do not operate when the
ignition is switched off.
This equipment will only deploy once.
If a second impact occurs (during the
same or a subsequent accident), the
airbag will not be deployed again.
Deployment of one or more of the
airbags is accompanied by a slight
emission of smoke and a noise, due
to the activation of the pyrotechnic
cartridge incorporated in the system.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive
individuals may experience slight
irritation.
The noise of detonation related to the
deployment of one or more airbags may
result in a slight loss of hearing for a
short time.
Impact detection zones
A. Front impact zone.
B. S
ide impact zone.
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