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Check the condition of the sunroof seals
regularly (presence of dust or deposits,
dead leaves, etc.).
If using a car wash, check that the sunroof
is correctly closed in advance and keep
the tip of the high-pressure lance at least
30
centimetres from the seals.
Never leave the vehicle with the sunroof
open.
Operation
When opening the sunroof fully, the movable
glass moves to a partially open position, then
slides over the roof. All intermediate positions
are allowed.
Depending on the speed of the vehicle,
the partially open position may vary to
improve the acoustics.
Opening and closing
F To open the sunroof or the blind, use the
part of the button located towards the rear .
F
To close the sunroof or the blind, use the
part of the button located towards the front .
Operation of buttons
F Pressing a button beyond its point of
resistance directly opens or closes the
sunroof fully.
F

P
ressing the button down again stops the
current movement.
F

I
f you hold a button (without going beyond
the point of resistance), the movement of
the sunroof or blind stops when you release
the button.
F

W
hen the sunroof is closed: pressing once
without passing the point of resistance
moves it to a
partially open position.
F

W
hen the sunroof is partially open: pressing
once without passing the point of resistance
opens or closes it fully.
You can close the sunroof and windows,
then the blind, by pressing and holding the
door locking control. The movement stops
when you release the locking control.
Closing of the blind is limited by the
position of the sunroof: the blind cannot go
further than the front of the mobile glass.
During simultaneous movements of the
sunroof and blind, the blind automatically
stops or resumes movement depending on
the position of the sunroof.
Reinitialisation
Following reconnection of the battery or in
the event of a fault or jerky movement of the
sunroof or blind, reinitialisation is required.
F

C
heck that nothing is inter fering with the
sunroof or blind and that the seals are
clean.
F

W
ith the ignition on, fully close the sunroof
and blind.
F

P
ress and hold the front part of button B ,
until the sunroof and blind move slightly,
then hold for a
further 1 second before
releasing.
F

W
ait 2 seconds and then press and hold
the front part of button B . The blind and the
sunroof will open and close, one after the
other. When both are completely closed
again, hold for a
further 2 seconds and
release.
If there is an operating fault, restart the
whole procedure.
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Adjusting the angle
'Four-way' adjustment model
Downwards:
F
p ress and hold button B and push the head
restraint down to the desired position.
F

p
ress and hold button B and push the
lower part of the head restraint for wards or
backwards.
Removing a head restraint
F Press the lug(s) A (depending on version) to unlock the head restraint and remove it
completely,
F

S
tow the head restraint securely.
Refitting a head restraint
F Introduce the head restraint rods into the guides in the seat backrest.
F

P
ush the head restraint down as far as it will
go.
F

P
ress the lug(s) A (depending on version) to
release the head restraint and push it down.
F

A
djust the height of the head restraint.
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they should be in place and
correctly adjusted for the occupant of the
seat.
Manually-adjusted seats
F Pull the head restraint up as far as it will go.
Longitudinal
F Raise the control bar and slide the seat forwards or backwards. F

T
urn the knob for wards or rear wards.
Lumbar support
(driver only)
F Turn the knob for wards or backwards to
obtain the desired level of lumbar support.
Backrest angle
F Release the bar to lock the seat in position on one of the runners.
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Rear seats
The 3 seats of the 2nd row are independent
and of the same width. Their backrests are
adjustable to adapt the boot load space.
Rear head restraints
The rear head restraints can be removed.
To remove a head restraint:
F

p
ull the head restraint as far up as it will go,
F

p
ress the lugs A to release the head
restraint and remove it completely,
F

s
tow the head restraint.
To refit a
head restraint:
F

i
nsert the head restraint rods into the guides
in the corresponding seat backrest,
F

p
ush the head restraint down as far as it will
go,
F

p
ress the lugs A to release the head
restraint and push it fully down. Never drive with passengers seated at
the rear when the head restraints are
removed; they must be in place and in the
high position.
Longitudinal adjustment
Seat operations must only be done with
the vehicle stationary.
Each seat can be adjusted individually.
F

Ra
ise the control and slide the seat
forwards or backwards.
They have two positions:
-

a high position , for when the seat is in use:
F

p

ull the head restraint fully up.
-

a low position , for stowing, when the seat
is not in use:
F

p

ress the lugs A to release the head
restraint and push it fully down.
Once the backrest is folded, it is no longer
possible to slide the seat.
Automatic "electrochrome " model
This system automatically and progressively
changes between day and night use by means
of a

s
ensor measuring the light coming from the
rear of the vehicle.
In order to ensure optimum visibility during
your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is
engaged.
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Backrest angle
Several adjustment positions are possible.
F
M
ove the seat for ward.
F

P
ull the strap for ward, then tilt the backrest
to the desired position.
Folding the backrests
The backrests must only be operated with
the vehicle stationary.
Preliminary operations:
F

l

ower the head restraints,
F

i

f necessary, move the front seats for ward,
F

c
heck that no person or object could
inter fere with the folding of the backrests
(clothing, luggage, etc.),Repositioning the backrests
Before raising the backrest of the outer
seats to the normal position, please
retrieve the seat belt and hold it during the
operation.
F

c
heck that the outer seat belts are properly
tensioned along the pillars, that the central
belt is stowed and that the tongues of the
three belts are correctly in the storage
position.
F

P
ull the strap 1 firmly to release the
backrest.
F

G
uide the backrest 2 down to the horizontal
position.
F

P
ut the backrest 2 in the upright position
and push firmly to latch it home. Please note: an incorrectly latched
backrest compromises the safety of
passengers in the event of sudden braking
or an impact.
The contents of the boot may be thrown
forward – risk of serious injury!
F
C
heck that the release strap 1 has correctly
returned to its position.
F
E
nsure that the outer seat belts are not
trapped during the operation.
Heating and Ventilation
Air entry
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.
Controls
The controls are accessible in the " Air
conditioning " menu of the touch screen and
are also grouped together on the control panel
of the centre console.
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Air distribution6.Air outlets to the rear footwells.
7. Adjustable air vents with blower,
depending on version.
Advice
1.Windscreen demisting/defrosting vents.
2. Front side window demisting/defrosting
vents.
3. Side adjustable and closable air vents.
4. Central adjustable and closable air vents.
5. Air outlets to the front footwells. Using the ventilation and air
conditioning system
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
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. Avoid driving for too long with the
ventilation off and prolonged operation
with recirculation of interior air – risk of
misting and deterioration of the air quality!
If the interior temperature is very high
after the vehicle has stood for a long
time in the sunshine, 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.
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Air distribution adjustment
You can vary the air distribution in the
passenger compartment using the three
buttons 7.
Windscreen and side windows.
Central and side air vents.
Footwells.
Each press on a
button activates or deactivates
the function. The indicator lamp is on when the
button is activated. For a
uniform distribution
of air in the passenger compartment, the three
buttons can be activated simultaneously.
Maximum air conditioning
The system automatically adjusts the
temperature setting to the lowest possible, the
air distribution towards the centre and outer
vents, the air flow to maximum.
F

P
ress button 9 to activate/deactivate the
function; its indicator lamp comes on/goes
of f.
Automatic visibility
programme
For more information on the button 1
" Automatic Visibility Programme ", refer to
the section " Front demist – defrost ".
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It enables you to:
-

l
ower the temperature in summer,
-
i

ncrease the effectiveness of the demisting
in winter, above 3°C.
F

P
ress button 8 to activate/deactivate the air
conditioning system.
When the indicator lamp is on, the air
conditioning function is activated.
The air conditioning does not operate when
the air flow adjustment is inhibited.
To obtain cool air more quickly, you can
use recirculation of the interior air for a
few
moments. Then return to the intake of
exterior air.
Switching off the air conditioning may result
in some discomfort (humidity, misting).
System switch-off
Avoid driving for long periods with
the system off – risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality!
Pressing any button reactivates the
system with the settings that were in use
before the deactivation.
F

P
ress button 4
; its indicator lamp comes
on and all the other indicator lamps of the
system go off.
This action deactivates all functions of the air
conditioning system.
Temperature is no longer regulated. A slight
flow of air can still be felt, resulting from the
for ward movement of the vehicle.
Dual-zone automatic air
conditioning
Press the Air conditioning menu
button located under the touch
screen to display the system
controls page.
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Front demist – defrost
Automatic visibility
programme
The automatic visibility programme allows the
windscreen and side windows to be demisted
or defrosted as quickly as possible.F

P
ress this button to activate/
deactivate the function.
When the indicator lamp is on, the function is
activated.
The system automatically manages the air
conditioning (depending on version), air
flow and air intake, and provides optimum
distribution towards the windscreen and side
windows.
The system allows the manual modification of
air flow without causing automatic deactivation
of the automatic visibility programme.
With Stop & Start, when demisting –
defrosting has been activated, STOP
mode is not available. In wintry conditions, remove all snow or
ice on the camera on the windscreen
before moving off.
Other wise, this can affect the function
of the equipment associated with the
camera.
Heated windscreen
In cold weather, this system heats the bottom of
the windscreen, as well as the areas alongside
the windscreen pillars.
Without changing the settings for the air
conditioning system, it allows faster release
of the windscreen wiper blades when they
are frozen to the windscreen and helps avoid
the accumulation of snow resulting from the
operation of the windscreen wipers.
Switching on/off
F With the engine running, press this button to
activate/deactivate the function (confirmed
by the illumination/extinction of the indicator
lamp).
The function is active as soon as the outside
temperature drops below 0°C. It is deactivated
automatically each time the engine is switched
of f.
Rear screen demist –
defrost
On/Off
F Press this button to demist /defrost the rear screen and, depending
on version, the door mirrors
(confirmed by the illumination/
extinction of the indicator lamp).
Demisting/defrosting switches off automatically
to prevent an excessive consumption of
current.
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Boot fittings
1.Load space cover
2. 12
V accessory socket (120 W)
3. Boot lamp
4. Movable cross-piece of the rear seats (to
increase the volume of the boot)
5. Stowing rings
6. Adjustable boot floor (2
positions)
7. Storage wells/tool box under the floor
The stowing rings are designed to secure
luggage using different types of retaining
nets.
Such nets are available as an option or as
an accessory.
For more information, contact a
CITROËN
dealer.
For the installation of a
high load retaining
net, refer to the corresponding section.
Load space cover
It is in two parts:
- a f ixed part with an open storage space,
-

a m
ovable part which rises when the boot is
opened, with an open storage space.
To remove the load space cover:
F

u
nhook the two cords 1 ,
F

g
ently lift the movable part 2 , then unclip it
on each side 3 ,
F

u
nclip the fixed part on each side 4 , then
remove the load space cover.
When sharp deceleration occurs, objects
placed on the load space cover can turn
into projectiles.
12 V accessory socket
F To connect a 12 V accessory (max. power:
120 W), remove the cap and connect an
appropriate adapter.
F

S
witch on the ignition.
The connection of an electrical device
not approved by CITROËN, such as
a
USB charger, may adversely affect the
operation of vehicle electrical systems,
causing faults such as poor radio
reception or inter ference with displays in
the screens.
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