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Air flow
F Press this button to increase the air f low.
F
P
ress this button to decrease
the air flow.
The symbol for air flow (fan blade) appears. It
fills or empties progressively according to the
value requested.
Recirculation of the interior air
The intake of exterior air prevents the formation
of condensation on the windscreen and side
windows.
The recirculation of interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from exterior odours
and smoke.
This allows hot or cold air to be delivered
quickly when required.
F
P
ress this button to recirculate the
interior air; the symbol appears
or its indicator lamp comes on
(depending on version).
F
P
ress this button again to allow
exterior air to enter; the symbol
disappears or its indicator lamp
goes off (depending on the
version you have).
Avoid prolonged use of air recirculation –
Risk of condensation and deterioration of
air quality!
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
F For air conditioning, press this button; its indicator lamp comes
on.
F
P
ut the air flow, temperature and distribution
controls to the dedicated marked position.
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Dual-zone automatic air
conditioning
The system starts again with the values in use
before it was deactivated.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.
With Stop & Start, when demisting/
defrosting has been activated, STOP
mode is not available.
Door mirrors demist –
defrost
Switching on
F Press this button to demist / defrost the door mirrors; its
indicator lamp comes on.
Switching off
Demisting/defrosting switches off automatically
to prevent excessive electrical consumption.
F
I
t is possible to stop the
demisting/defrosting operation
before it is switched off
automatically by pressing this
button again; its indicator lamp
goes out.
F
P
ress this button to demist or
defrost the windscreen and side
windows as quickly as possible.
The system automatically manages the air
conditioning, air flow and air intake, and
provides optimum distribution towards the
windscreen and side windows. F
T
o stop, press this button again
or on AUTO.
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Deployment
The airbags are deployed unilaterally in the
event of a serious side impact applied to all or
part of the side impact zone, perpendicular to
the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a
horizontal plane and directed from the outside
towards the inside of the vehicle.
The lateral airbag inflates between the front
passenger’s abdomen and head and the
associated door trim panel.
Curtain airbags (row 2
and 3)
If fitted to your vehicle, this is a system that
contributes towards greater protection for the
passengers (with the exception of the centre
seats) in the event of a serious side impact in
order to limit the risk of injury to the side of the
head.
Each curtain airbag is built into the pillars and
the upper passenger compartment area.
Deployment
The airbags may no longer be deployed in the
event of a serious impact.In the event of a minor impact or bump on
the side of the vehicle or if the vehicle rolls
over, the airbags may not be deployed.
In the event of a rear or front collision,
none of the lateral airbags are deployed.
The airbags are deployed unilaterally in the
event of a serious side impact applied to all or
part of the side impact zone, perpendicular to
the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a
horizontal plane and directed from the outside
towards the inside of the vehicle.
The curtain airbag inflates between the outer
rear passenger and the windows.
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Advice
Child seats
The incorrect installation of a child seat in a
vehicle compromises the child's protection in
the event of an accident.
Ensure that there is no seat belt or seat belt
buckle under the child seat, as this could
destabilise it.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the
child seat harnesses keeping the slack
relative to the child's body to a minimum,
even for short journeys.
When installing a child seat using the seat
belt, ensure that the seat belt is tightened
correctly on the child seat and that it secures
the child seat firmly on the seat of your
vehicle. If your passenger seat is adjustable,
move it for wards if necessary.
At rear seating positions, always leave
sufficient space between the front seat and:
-
a r
ear ward facing child seat,
-
t
he child's feet for a child seat fitted
forward facing.
To do this, move the front seat for wards
and, if necessary, move its backrest into the
upright position. For optimal installation of the forward-facing
child seat, verify that its backrest is as close
as possible to the backrest of the vehicle
seat, or if possible in contact with it.
You must remove the head restraint before
installing a child seat with backrest to a
passenger seat.
Ensure that the head restraint is stored or
attached securely to prevent it from being
thrown around the vehicle in the event of
sharp braking.
Refit the head restraint once the child seat
has been removed.
Children in front
The legislation on carrying children on the
front passenger seat is specific to each
country. Refer to the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.
Deactivate the passenger's front airbag when
a rear ward facing child seat is installed on
the front passenger seat. Otherwise, the child
risks being seriously injured or killed if the
airbag were deployed.
Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must be
positioned on the child's shoulder without
touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
passes correctly over the child's thighs.
CITROËN recommends using a booster seat
with a backrest equipped with a belt guide at
shoulder level.
As a safety precaution, do not leave:
-
a c
hild or children alone and unattended in
a vehicle,
-
a c
hild or an animal in a vehicle under the
sun, with the windows closed,
-
t
he keys within the reach of children inside
the vehicle.
To prevent accidental opening of the doors,
use the child lock.
Take care not to open the rear windows by
more than one third.
To protect young children from the rays of the
sun, fit side blinds on the rear windows.
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Child lock on rear
windows
This mechanical system prevents opening of
the left and/or right rear side windows.
F
L
ock /unlock the system using the remote
control or the back-up key of the
K
eyless
Entry and Starting system.
Safety
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"AUTO mode"
Quick start mode
Activation
Activation is automatic on engaging reverse.
The function is displayed on the touch screen.
To close the window displayed, press on the
red cross at the top left of the window. The system will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is attached or a
bicycle carrier is fitted on a towbar (vehicle
fitted with a towbar installed in line with
the manufacturer's recommendations).
Check the cleanliness of the camera lens
regularly.
Clean the reversing camera regularly
using a soft, dry cloth.
This mode is activated by default.
When an obstacle approaches at the level
of the red line (less than 30
cm) and using
sensors located on the rear bumper, this mode
switches from the rear view to the top view
automatically. A message is displayed advising you to check
your vehicle's surroundings before starting the
manoeuvre.
You can choose the display mode at any time
by pressing on this area.
This mode displays, as quickly as possible, the
contextual view (left-hand part) and the view
from above the vehicle. On display of the sub-menu, select one of the
four views:
"Standard view". "180° view".
"Zoom view".
"AUTO m o de".
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F Switch off charger B before connecting the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any
dangerous sparks.
F
E
nsure that the charger cables are in good
condition.
F
R
aise the plastic cover, if your vehicle has
one, on the (+) terminal.
F
C
onnect charger B cables as follows:
-
t
he positive (+) red cable to the (+)
terminal of battery A ,
-
t
he negative (-) black cable to earth
point
C on the vehicle.
F
A
t the end of the charging operation, switch
off charger B before disconnecting the
cables from battery A . Never try to charge a frozen battery – risk
of explosion!
If the battery has frozen, have it checked
by a CITROËN dealer or by a qualified
workshop who will check that the internal
components have not been damaged and
that the container has not cracked, which
would mean a risk of toxic and corrosive
acid leaking.
If this label is present, it is essential to
use only a 12
V charger to avoid causing
irreversible damage to the electrical
components related to the Stop & Start
system.
Disconnecting the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state
of charge for starting the engine, it is
recommended that the battery be disconnected
if the vehicle is taken out of ser vice for a long
period.
Before disconnecting the battery:
F
c
lose the windows and the doors before
disconnecting the battery,
F
s
witch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, wipers, lighting, etc.),
F
s
witch off the ignition and wait for four
minutes.
At the battery, detach the (+) terminal only.
Quick-release terminal clamp
Disconnecting the (+) terminal
Reconnecting the (+) terminal
F
Ra
ise lever A fully to release clamp B .
F
R
emove clamp B by lifting it off.
F
Ra
ise lever A fully.
F
R
efit the open clamp B on the (+) terminal.
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Do not force the lever as locking will not
be possible if the clamp is not positioned
correctly; start the procedure again.
Following reconnection of the
battery
Following reconnection of the battery, turn on
the ignition and wait 1 minute before starting
the engine, in order to enable the electronic
systems to initialise.
However, if minor problems persist following
this operation, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you
must reinitialise certain systems yourself, such
as:
-
t
he remote control or electronic key
(depending on version),
-
t
he electric windows,
-
t
he electric doors,
-
t
he date and time,
-
t
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).
Battery capacity
Vehicle length
Rating in Ah
(Ampere hours)
XS 480
M 640
XL 720
/ 800
Always replace the battery with one of
equivalent specification.
F
P
ush clamp B fully down.
F
L
ower lever A to lock clamp B
.
To w i n g
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or
for towing another vehicle using a removable
towing eye.
Access to the tools
For more information on the Tool box ,
refer to the corresponding section.
The towing eye is stowed in the tool box.
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In the event of a breakdown