2018 CITROEN DS3 heating

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Instruments and controls3
Dashboard fuses
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Rear view mirror
Courtesy lamp
Active City Brake
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Monochrome screen A
Monochrome screen C
Audio system
Touch screen tablet
Adjust date and time
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Ventilation
Heating
Manual air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning
Front demisting/defrosting
Rear screen demisting/defrosting
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Manual gearbox
Electronic gearbox (ETG)
Automatic gearbox
Stop & Start
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Centre armrest
Parking brake
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Glove box
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Emergency or Assistance call
Hazard warning lamps
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Door mirror controls
Electric window controls
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Bonnet opening control
Over view

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Rear foglampsFixed. The rear foglamps are on. Turn the ring on the stalk rear ward to switch off the
rear foglamps.
Diesel engine
pre-heating Fixed.
The key is at position 2
(ignition on)
in the ignition switch. Wait until the warning lamp goes off before starting.
The period of illumination of the warning lamp is
determined by the climatic conditions (up to about
thirty seconds in extreme conditions).
If the engine does not start, switch the ignition off and
then on, wait until the warning lamp goes off again,
then start the engine.
Foot on brake Fixed. The brake pedal must be pressed. With an electronic gearbox, selector in position N ,
press the brake pedal to start the engine.
With an automatic gearbox, with the engine running,
press the brake pedal before releasing the parking
brake to unlock the lever and come out of position P .
If you wish to release the parking brake without
pressing the brake pedal, this warning lamp will
remain on.
Flashing. With an electronic gearbox, if you
hold the vehicle on an incline using
the accelerator for too long, the
clutch overheats. Use the brake pedal and/or the parking brake.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Action/Observations
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General operation
If the roof stops in zone B, a message on the
screen will ask you to stop the roof manoeuvre
immediately.
F

M
ake a long press on the control:
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n the direction of opening to reach
position 3 ,
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n the direction of closing to reach
position 2 .
It is prohibited to drive when the roof is
stopped in zone B .
Reinitialisation
If automatic roof operation mode fails, a
reinitialisation must be performed.
F

W
ith the engine on, press and hold the
control in the direction of closing. F

A
fter about 5 seconds, the roof is closed
completely to position 0 .
The roof is then reinitialised.
Do not release the control during the
reinitialisation procedure.
Operating fault
If there is an electrical fault, contact the
dealer network or a qualified workshop.
Precautions in use
Never put objects on the open or closed
roof.
To avoid damaging the roof, do not open it
if there is snow or ice present.
Never use sharp tools to remove snow or
ice that has built up on the roof.
Never use a
scraper or spray to remove
ice that may have formed on the rear
window.
Do not activate defrosting/demisting
on the rear window when the roof is
completely open (risk of overheating).
To prevent creases appearing in the
canvas, it is recommended not to leave
the roof open for long periods.
It is not recommended to operate the
vehicle's air conditioning system when the
roof is open.
Do not sit or place anything on the cross
member of the roof when the roof is open.
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If the vehicle is to be parked outside for
a long period, it is advisable to protect the
roof using a


tarpaulin.
It is advisable to close the roof when you
park the vehicle.
Even if the roof is closed, it is safer not to
leave any valuables inside the vehicle.
Remove the ignition key when you leave
the vehicle to prevent any involuntary roof
movement.
If your vehicle has a
voice command
system, it may be affected if you drive with
the roof open.
Protection of electric motors that control
roof opening and closure: during repeated
opening and closing movements of the
roof, it is possible that heating up of the
electric motors no longer allows the roof to
be opened or closed. Allow the motors to
cool by not trying to move the roof for ten
minutes.Boot
Opening
Closing
- when the engine is running ,
this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by a
message in
the multifunction screen for a
few
seconds,
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w
hen the vehicle is moving
(speed higher than 6
mph
(10
km/h)), this warning lamp
comes on, accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message in
the multifunction screen for a
few
seconds.
Back-up control
Unlocking
F Fold back the rear seats to gain access to the lock from inside the boot.
F

I
nsert a small screwdriver into hole A of the
lock to unlock the boot.
F

A

fter unlocking the vehicle, press the
opening control and then open the boot.
F

L

ower the tailgate using the interior grab
handle.
If the tailgate is not fully closed: Measures for mechanically unlocking the boot
in the event of a battery or central locking fault.
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F Push the control backwards.Before moving the seat backwards,
ensure that there is nothing that might
prevent the full travel of the seat.
There is a
risk of trapping or pinching
passengers if present in the rear seats
or jamming the seat if large objects are
placed on the floor behind the seat.
Additional adjustments
Adjusting the height of the head
restraint
The head restraint has a frame with
n otches which prevents it from lowering;
this is a
safety device in case of impact.
The adjustment is correct when the
upper edge of the head restraint is
level with the top of the head.
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be fitted and correctly
adjusted.
Heated seats control
With the engine running, the front seats can be
heated separately.
F

U
se the adjustment dial, placed on the side
of each front seat, to switch on and select
the level of heating required:
0 Of f.
1 Low.
2 Medium.
3 High.
Adjusting the seat backrest angle
F To raise it, pull it upwards.
F
T o remove it, press lug A and pull it
upwards.
F

T
o put it back in place, engage the head
restraint rods in the apertures keeping them
in line with the seat backrest.
F

T
o lower it, press on lug A and on the head
restraint at the same time.
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Do not use the function when the seat is
not occupied.
Reduce the intensity of the heating as
soon as possible.
When the seat and passenger
compartment have reached an adequate
temperature, you can stop the function;
reducing the consumption of electrical
current reduces fuel consumption.Prolonged use at the highest setting is
not recommended for those with sensitive
skin.
There is a
risk of burns for people whose
perception of heat is impaired (illness,
taking medication, etc.).
There is a
risk of overheating the system if
material with insulating properties is used,
such as cushions or seat covers.
Do not use the system:
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f wearing damp clothing,
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f child seats are fitted.
To avoid breaking the heating element in
the seat:
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o not place heavy objects on the seat,
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d
o not kneel or stand on the seat,
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d
o not place sharp objects on the seat,
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d
o not spill liquids onto the seat.
To avoid the risk of short-circuit:
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d
o not use liquid products for cleaning
the seat,
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n

ever use the heating function when
the seat is damp.Access to the rear seats
Ensure that only the appropriate control is
used, located at the top of the backrest.
F

T
o return the seat to its initial position, push
the backrest back again.
In case of difficulty, push back
simultaneously on the seat backrest angle
adjustment control (at the bottom of the
backrest) and the backrest.
F

P
ull the control up to fold down the backrest
and move the seat for ward.
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Unfolding
F From outside: unlock the vehicle using the remote control or the key.
F

F
rom inside: with the ignition on, pull the
control A in the central position rearwards.
The folding and unfolding of the door
mirrors using the remote control can be
deactivated in the dealer network or by
a


qualified workshop.
If necessary the mirrors can be folded
manually.
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 from other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Adjustment
Day/night position
F
P
ull the lever to change to the "night" anti-
dazzle position.
F

P
ush the lever to change to the normal
"day" position.
Automatic "electrochrome" model
This system automatically and progressively
changes between the day and night uses by
means of a
sensor, which measures the light
from the rear of the vehicle.
In order to ensure optimum visibility during
your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is
engaged.
F

A

djust the mirror so that the glass is
directed correctly in the "day" position.
Ventilation
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger
compartment is filtered and originates either
from the outside via the grille located at the
base of the windscreen or from the inside in air
recirculation mode.
Air treatment
The incoming air follows various routes
depending on the controls selected by the
driver:
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d
irect arrival in the passenger compartment
(air intake),
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p

assage through a

heating circuit (heating),
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p
assage through a cooling circuit (air
conditioning).
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Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
In order for these systems to be fully
effective, follow the operation and
maintenance guidelines below:
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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 in the boot free from
obstructions.
F

D
o not cover the sunshine sensor,
located on the dashboard; this is used
for regulation of the automatic 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
o r d e r.
F

E
nsure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and replace
the filter elements periodically. We
recommend the use of a
combined
passenger compartment filter. Thanks to
its special active additive, it helps both to
purify the air breathed by the occupants
and to keep the passenger compartment
clean (reduction of allergic symptoms,
bad odours and greasy deposits). 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 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 may
temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system.
For more information on Stop & Star t ,
refer to the corresponding section.
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 the dealer
network 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.
To avoid the windows misting up and
deterioration in the quality of the air:
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d
o not drive for too long with the
ventilation switched off.
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d
o not keep air recirculation set for an
extended period.
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