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If one of the doors or the boot is still open
or if the electronic key for the K eyless
Entry and Starting system has been left
inside the vehicle, the central locking does
not take place.
However, the alarm (if fitted) will be fully
activated after about 45


seconds.
If the vehicle is unlocked inadvertently and
no action is taken at the doors or boot, the
vehicle will automatically lock itself again
after about 30


seconds.
If fitted to your vehicle, the alarm will also
be reactivated automatically.
The automatic folding and unfolding
of the door mirrors can be deactivated
by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. As a
safety measure (children on board),
never leave the vehicle without taking the
electronic key for the

K
eyless Entry and
Starting system with you, even for a
short
period.
Be aware of the risk of theft when the
electronic key for the

K
eyless Entry and
Starting system is in one of the defined
zones with the vehicle unlocked.
In order to preser ve the battery in the
electronic key and the vehicle's battery,
the "hands-free" functions are put into
long-term standby after 21
days without
use. To restore these functions, press
one of the remote control buttons or start
the engine with the electronic key in the
reader.
For more information on starting with

K

eyless Entr y and Star ting, refer to the
corresponding section. Accumulations (water, dust, grime, salt,
etc.) on the inner sur face of the door
handle may affect detection.
If cleaning the inner sur face of the door
handle using a
cloth does not restore
detection, contact a
CITROËN dealer or
a


qualified workshop.
A sudden splash of water (stream of water,
high pressure jet washer, etc.) may be
identified by the system as the desire to
open the vehicle.
Central locking
Manual
F Press this button to operate the central locking of the vehicle (doors and boot) from
inside the vehicle. The indicator lamp in the
button comes on.
F

P
ressing the button again unlocks the
vehicle completely. The indicator lamp in
the button goes off.
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To avoid the risk of injury through pinching
or trapping, before and during operation of
the motorised tailgate:
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e
nsure that there is no person close to
the rear of the vehicle,
-

m
onitor the activity of your rear
passengers, particularly any children.
Bicycle carrier/Towing device
The motorised tailgate is not designed to
support a bicycle carrier.
When installing a
bicycle carrier on a towing
device with connection of a
cable to the towing
socket, the motorised operation of the tailgate
will be automatically deactivated.
If using a
towing device or bicycle carrier
not approved by CITROËN, it is essential
to deactivate the motorised operation of the
tailgate.
Operation Motorised opening
Tailgate opening using the
electronic key/remote control (A)
F Hold the remote control button
down for several seconds.
or
Tailgate opening using the
"Keyless Entry and Starting"
system (B)
F Press control B on the tailgate with the
electronic key within the coverage zone.
When selective locking is activated, the
electronic key must be close to the rear of
the vehicle.
Opening the tailgate
F After the vehicle is fully unlocked, press control B on the tailgate.
The command is confirmed by an audible beep.
By default, the tailgate opens fully or to the
stored position.
There are several ways of operating the
motorised tailgate: -

u

sing the electronic key of the

K

eyless Entry
and Starting system (A) ,
-

u

sing the exterior tailgate control (B),
-

u

sing the interior tailgate control (C)
,
-

w

ith a

kicking movement, if your vehicle has
the hands-free function.
For more information on the Hands-free
tailgate , refer to the corresponding section.
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Precautions in use
In wintry conditions
In the event of an accumulation of snow
on the tailgate, clear the snow before
commanding a

motorised opening of the
tailgate.
The formation of ice can block the tailgate
and prevent its opening: wait until the ice
melts with the heating of the passenger
compartment.
When washing
When washing the vehicle in an automatic
car wash, lock your vehicle to avoid the
risk of unexpected opening.
Back-up control
To manually unlock the boot in the event of
a battery or central locking failure.
Unlocking
Locking after closing
If the fault persists after closing again, the boot
will remain locked. F
F
old 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
M
ove the latch to the left.
Hands-free tailgate
To enable you to open or close the tailgate
while your hands are full, the motorised tailgate
may be fitted with the hands-free function.
For more information on the Motorised
tailgate
, refer to the corresponding section.
"Hands-free " opening
Making another kicking movement with your
foot below the bumper while the tailgate is
opening interrupts the movement. A third kicking
movement reverses the direction of movement.
If the vehicle is locked, it unlocks before
the tailgate opens.
F

I

f your hands are full, with the remote
control on you in the recognition zone A ,
make a kicking movement with your foot
below the rear bumper.
Flashing of the direction indicator lamps and
a


beeping sound confirm the request.
The tailgate opens to the stored position.
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Electric windows
Manual operation
To open or close the window, press or pull the
switch gently. The window stops as soon as the
control is released.
Automatic operation
To open or close the window, press or pull
switch fully: the window opens or closes
completely when the switch is released.
Pressing the switch again stops the movement
of the window.
Safety anti-pinch
When the window rises and meets an obstacle,
it stops and immediately partially lowers again.
In the event of unwanted opening of the
window on closing, press the switch until the
window opens completely, then pull the switch
immediately until the window closes. Continue
to hold the switch for approximately one second
after the window has closed.
The anti-pinch safety function is not active
during this system activation operation.
Deactivating the rear
controls for the rear
windows
For the safety of your children, press
switch 5 to prevent operation of the
rear windows irrespective of their
positions. The indicator lamp in the button comes on,
accompanied by a
message confirming
activation. It remains on, as long as the
deactivation is in place.
Use of the rear electric windows from the
driver's controls remains possible.
Reinitialisation of the
electric windows
Following reconnection of the battery, the anti-
pinch safety function must be reinitialised.
The anti-pinch safety function is not active
during these operations:
For each window:
-

L
ower the window fully, then raise it, it will
rise in steps of a
few centimetres each time
the control is pressed. Repeat the operation
until the window closes completely,
-

C
ontinue to pull the switch for at least one
second after reaching the window closed
position.
1.
Left-hand front.
2. Right-hand front.
3. Right-hand rear.
4. Left-hand rear.
5. Deactivate the electric window switches
located at the rear seats. The electric window switches remain
operational for approximately 45


seconds after
switching off the ignition.
Once this time has elapsed, the electric
windows will not operate. To reactivate them,
switch the ignition on again.
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Storing driving positions
Two positions can be stored and recalled, using
the buttons on the side of the driver's seat.
Storing a position using buttons
M /1/2
F Switch on the ignition.
F
Adj ust your seat.
F

P
ress button M , then press button 1
or
2
within four seconds.
An audible signal indicates that the position has
been stored.
Storing a
new position over writes the previous
position.
Recalling a stored position
F With the ignition on or the engine
running, press button 1 or 2 to recall the
corresponding position.
An audible signal indicates the completion of
the adjustment.
You can interrupt the current movement by
pressing button M , 1
or 2 or by using one of the
seat controls.
A stored position cannot be recalled while
driving.
Recalling stored positions is deactivated
45
seconds after switching off the ignition.
Additional adjustments
Head restraint height
F To raise a head restraint, pull it upwards.
F T o lower the head restraint, press the lug A
and push down on the head restraint at the
same time.
The head restraint has a
frame with notches
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.
Removing a head restraint
F To remove the head restraint, press the lug A and pull the head restraint upwards.
F

T
o put the head restraint back in place,
engage the head restraint stems in the
openings, keeping them in line with the seat
backrest and press the lug A at the same
time.
Cushion height and angle
F Tilt the rear part of the control upwards or downwards to obtain the required height.
F

T
ilt the front part of the control upwards or
downwards to obtain the desired angle.
System which registers the electrical settings
of the driver's seat.
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Each of the two boards can support
a maximum load of 100 kg.
Folding the concertina
boards
Pull the strap, the 3 parts of the board fold into
c oncertina form.
When the third row seats are straightened,
these folded concertina boards can be left:
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ei

ther flat behind the seats,
-

o
r in the vertical position,
thus clearing the inside of the seat as a
storage
space.
Installing the seats Seat storage
F Remove the load space cover.
For more information on the Interior
fittings and particularly on the load space
cover, refer to the corresponding section.
F

S
traighten the continuity panels of the
second row of seats and lock them in place.
F

F
old the concertina board and straighten it
vertically.
F

P
ull strap F , located behind the backrest
of the seat. The backrest tilts backwards
bringing the cushion. The seat locks in the
open position. F
S traighten the continuity panels of the
second row of seats and lock them in place.
F

L
ower the head restraints.
F

C
orrectly position the concertina board
vertically behind the seat.
F

M
ake sure that the seat belts of the 3
rd row
of seats are correctly fastened to the loops
and that they do not have any creases.
F

P

ull strap G , located at the bottom of the
backrest of the seat. The seat is unlocked.
F

T

hen, push the backrest slightly for wards.
The backrest tilts and folds on the cushion.
The folded seat is arranged at the back of
its storage area provided for this purpose.
F

P

ut the concertina boards back above the
folded down seats.
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In order to easily adapt your interior
space, you can fold all of the rear seats
individually and fold them onto the second
row floor, and beneath the floor on the
third row. This gives you a continuous load
floor up to the back of the front seats.
Folding or unfolding the seats must only
be done with the vehicle stationary.
Steering wheel adjustment
F When stationary , pull the control lever
to release the steering wheel adjustment
mechanism.
F

A
djust the height and reach to suit your driving
position.
F

P
ush the control lever to lock the steering wheel.
As a safety measure, these adjustments
s hould only be carried out with the vehicle
stationary.
Mirrors
Door mirrors
Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass
permitting the lateral rearward vision necessary
for overtaking or parking.
They can also be folded for parking in narrow
spaces.
Demisting – Defrosting
Demisting-defrosting of the door
mirrors operates with the engine
running, by switching on the heated
rear screen.
For more information on Rear screen
demist - defrost , refer to the associated
section.
Adjustment
As a safety measure, the mirrors should
b e adjusted to reduce the blind spots.
Objects seen in the mirror are in reality
closer than they appear.
Take this into account when assessing
the distance of vehicles approaching from
behind.
F

M
ove control A to the right or to the left to
select the corresponding mirror.
F

M
ove control B in any of the four directions
to adjust.
F

R
eturn control A to the central position.
Folding
F From outside: lock the vehicle using the
electronic key or the " K eyless Entry and
Starting" system.
F

F
rom inside: with the ignition on, pull
the control A from the central position
rearwards.
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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:
F
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 have the
filter elements replaced regularly. We
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). If after an extended stop in sunshine,
the interior temperature is very high,
first air 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 a

CITROËN
dealer 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:
-

d

o not drive for too long with the
ventilation switched off.
-

d

o not keep air recirculation set for an
extended period.
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