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Ease of use and comfort
3Rear heating and air 
conditioning
 
 
 
 
If your vehicle is so equipped, the temperature of 
the air distributed by the system is the same as 
the selection for the front.
Air flow
► Press one of the buttons  2 to increase/
decrease the air flow.
Additional heating/ ventilation system
Only available for Diesel vehicles.
 
 
 
 
Heating
This is an additional and separate system which 
heats the passenger compartment and improves 
defrosting performance.
This indicator lamp is lit while the system  is programmed or set in operation 
remotely via the remote control.
It flashes during the whole duration of the 
heating and goes off at the end of the heating 
cycle or when stopped using the remote control.
Ventilation
This system allows ventilation of the passenger 
compartment with exterior air to improve the 
temperature experienced on entering the vehicle 
in summer.
Programming
With CITROËN Connect Radio
Press Connect-App to display the main 
page.
Then press "Programmable heating/ ventilation ".
►
 
Select the "
 Status" tab to activate/deactivate 
the system.
►
 
Select the "
 Other settings" tab to choose 
the "Heating" mode, to heat the engine and 
passenger compartment, or " Ventilation" to 
ventilate the passenger compartment.
►
 
Then set/save the time at which the 
preheating temperature will be reached for each 
selection.
Press this button to save. 
With CITROËN Connect Nav
► Press the " Applications" menu. 
►
 
Press the "
 Vehicle Apps" tab.
► Press " Temperature programming". 
►
 
Press the "
 Status" tab to activate/deactivate 
the system.
►
 
Press the "
 Parameters " tab to select 
"Heating" mode to heat the engine and 
passenger compartment or " Ventilation" mode 
to ventilate the passenger compartment.
►
 
Then set/save the activation time for each 
selection.
►
 
Press "
 OK" to confirm.
You must allow at least 60 minutes between programming operations.   

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Ease of use and comfort
Depending on the outside temperature, a 
certain amount of pre-conditioning time is 
necessary in order to reach the programmed 
temperature by the stored activation time.
This pre-conditioning time lasts up to 45
  min. 
with a Diesel engine and up to 30
  min. with a 
petrol engine.
Long range remote control
(Depending on version.)
This enables you to switch the heating in 
the passenger compartment on or off from a 
distance.
The remote control has a range of about 0.6 
miles (1
  km) in open country.
 
 
On
► Pressing and ho lding this button starts 
the heating immediately (confirmed by the 
green indicator lamp coming on briefly).
Off
► Pressing and ho lding this button stops 
the heating immediately (confirmed by the 
red indicator lamp coming on briefly).
The indicator lamp in the remote control  flashes for about 2 seconds if the vehicle 
has not received the signal, in which case
you should move to a different location and 
repeat the command.
Changing the battery
The indicator lamp in the remote control will 
change to orange if the battery charge is low.
If the indicator lamp is not on, the battery is 
discharged.
 
 
► Use a coin to unscrew the cap and replace 
the battery .
If the system is switched on using the 
long-range remote control, the maximum 
heating duration is around 45
  min. with a 
Diesel engine, and around 30 min. with a 
petrol engine.
The ventilation is activated provided that  the battery is sufficiently charged. 
The heating is activated provided that: 
–
 
the battery charge and the fuel level are 
sufficient,
–
 
the engine has been started since the 
previous heating cycle,
–
 
60
   minutes have elapsed between two 
heating requests.
Programmable heating is supplied by the 
vehicle fuel tank. Before use, make sure 
that you have sufficient fuel. If the fuel tank is 
on reserve, you are strongly recommended 
not to programme the heating.
The additional heating must always be 
switched off while refuelling to avoid any risk 
of fire or explosion.
To avoid the risk of poisoning or  asphyxia, the programmable heating 
must not be used, even for short periods, in a 
closed environment such as a garage or    

11 7
Driving
6Driving recommendations
► Observe the driving regulations and remain 
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
►
 
Monitor your environment and keep your 
hands on the wheel to be able to react to 
anything that may happen any time.
►
 
Drive smoothly
 , anticipate the need for 
braking and maintain a longer safety distance, 
especially in bad weather.
►
 
Stop the vehicle before performing operations 
that require sustained attention (e.g.
  settings).
►
 
During long trips, take a break every 2 hours.
Important!
Never leave the engine running in a 
closed space without sufficient 
ventilation.  Internal combustion engines emit 
toxic exhaust gases such as carbon 
monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death!
In very severe wintry conditions 
(temperature below -23°C), let the engine 
run for 4 minutes before moving off, to ensure 
the correct operation and durability of the 
mechanical components of your vehicle 
(engine and gearbox).
Never drive with the parking brake 
applied . Risk of overheating and 
damaging the braking system!
Never park the vehicle and never 
leave the engine running on a 
flammable surface (e.g.
  dry grass, dead 
leaves).The vehicle exhaust system is very 
hot, even several minutes after the engine 
stops. Risk of fire!
Never drive on surfaces covered with 
vegetation (e.g.   tall grass, 
accumulated dead leaves, crops, debris) 
such as a field, a country lane overgrown 
with bushes or a grassy verge.
This vegetation could come into contact with 
the vehicle's exhaust system
  or other systems 
which are very hot. Risk of fire!
Make sure you do not leave any item in 
the passenger compartment which could 
act like a magnifying glass under the effect of 
the sun's rays and cause a fire. Risk of fire or 
damage to interior surfaces!
Never leave the vehicle unattended, 
with the engine running . If you have to 
leave your vehicle with the engine running, 
apply the parking brake and put the gearbox 
into neutral or position  N or P (depending on 
the type of gearbox).
Never leave children inside the vehicle 
unsupervised.
On flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded 
roads, as this could cause serious damage to the 
engine or gearbox, as well as to your vehicle's 
electrical systems.
 
 
If the vehicle absolutely must drive through a 
flooded section of road:
►
 
Check that the depth of the water does not 
exceed 15
  cm, taking account of waves that 
might be generated by other users.
►
 
Deactivate the Stop & Start function.
►
 
Drive as slowly as possible without stalling. In 
all cases, do not exceed 6 mph (10
  km/h).
►
 
Do not stop and do not switch off the engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety 
conditions allow
, make several light brake 
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt about the state of your vehicle, 
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.   

11 8
Driving
Noise (Electric)
On the outside
Due to the vehicle’s quiet operation when 
driving, the driver must pay particular attention.
When manoeuvring, the driver must always 
check the vehicle's immediate surroundings.
At speeds of up to 19 mph (30 km/h), the 
pedestrian horn warns other road users of the 
vehicle’s presence.
Cooling the traction battery
The cooling fan comes on during 
charging to cool the on-board charger and the 
traction battery.
On the inside
During use, you may hear certain perfectly 
normal noises specific to electric vehicles, such 
as:
–
 
T
 raction battery relay when starting.
–
 
V
 acuum pump when braking.
–
 
V
 ehicle tyres or aerodynamics when driving.
–
 
Jolting and knocking noise during hill starts.
Towing
Driving with a trailer places greater 
demands on the towing vehicle and 
particular care must be taken.
Do not exceed the maximum towable 
weights.
At altitude: reduce the maximum load by 
10% per 1,000 metres of altitude; the lower 
air density at high altitudes decreases engine 
performance.
New vehicle: do not tow a trailer until the 
vehicle has driven at least 620 miles 
(1,000 kilometres).
If the outside temperature is high, let the 
engine idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the 
vehicle comes to a stop, to help it to cool.
Before setting off
Nose weight
► Distribute the load in the trailer so that the 
heaviest items are as close as possible to the 
axle and the nose weight (at the point where it 
joins your vehicle) approaches the maximum 
permitted without exceeding it.
Tyres
► Check the tyre pressures of the towing 
vehicle and of the trailer , observing the 
recommended pressures.
Lighting
► Check the electrical signalling on the trailer 
and the headlamp beam height of your vehicle.
If a genuine CITROËN towing device is 
used, the rear parking sensors will be 
deactivated automatically to avoid the audible 
signal.
When driving
Cooling
Towing a trailer uphill causes the coolant 
temperature to increase. The maximum towable 
load depends on the gradient and the exterior 
temperature. The fan’s cooling capacity does not 
increase with engine speed.
►
 
Reduce speed and lower the engine speed to 
limit the amount of heating produced.
►
 
Pay constant attention to the coolant 
temperature.
If this warning lamp and the STOP 
warning lamp come on, stop the 
vehicle and switch off the engine as soon as 
possible.
Brakes
Using the engine brake is recommended to limit 
the overheating of the brakes. Braking distances 
are increased when towing a trailer.
Side wind
Bear in mind that the vehicle will be more 
susceptible to wind when towing.   

11 9
Driving
6Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
The remote control contains an electronic chip 
which has a special code. When the ignition is 
switched on, this code must be recognised in 
order for starting to be possible.
A few seconds after switching off the ignition, 
this system locks the engine control system, 
therefore preventing the engine from being 
started in the event of a break-in.
In the event of a fault, you are informed 
by illumination of this warning lamp, an 
audible signal and a message on the screen.
The vehicle will not start; contact a CITROËN 
dealer as soon as possible.
Starting/switching off the 
engine
Starting
The parking brake must be applied. 
►
 
W
ith a manual gearbox, place the gear 
lever in neutral, fully depress the clutch pedal 
and keep the pedal down until the engine starts.
►
 
W
ith an automatic gearbox, place the 
selector in position  P then depress the brake 
pedal.
With the conventional key / With the 
remote control key
1. Stop position.
2. Ignition on  position.
3. Starting position.
►
 
Insert the key into the ignition switch. 
 The 
system recognises the starting code.
►
 
Unlock 
 the steering column by simultaneously 
turning the steering wheel and the key.
In certain circumstances, you may have 
to turn the steering wheel firmly to move 
the wheels (if the wheels are against a kerb, 
for example).
►
 
T
urn the key to position 2, Ignition On, to 
activate the engine pre-heating system.
► Wait until this warning lamp goes off in 
the instrument panel, then turn the key to 
position  3 without pressing the accelerator pedal, 
to operate the starter motor until the engine 
starts. As soon as the engine starts, release the 
key so it returns to position 2.
The warning lamp does not come on if  the engine is already warm. In some 
climatic conditions, the following 
recommendations should be followed:
–
 
In mild conditions, do not leave the engine 
at idle to warm up but move off straight away 
and drive at moderate speed.
–
 
Depending on version, if the air 
conditioning is activated and the exterior 
temperature exceeds 35 °C, the engine’
s 
idle speed may increase, up to 1,300 rpm, 
depending on the cooling requirements.
–
 
In wintry conditions, the pre-heater warning 
lamp will stay on for a longer period after 
switching on the ignition; wait until it goes off 
before starting.
–
 
In  very severe wintry 
conditions
 
(temperature below -23   °C), to 
ensure correct operation and durability of your 
vehicle’s mechanical components (engine 
and gearbox),  leave the engine running for 
4 minutes before moving off.
Never leave the engine running in an 
enclosed area without adequate ventilation: 
internal combustion engines emit toxic 
exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide. 
Danger of poisoning and death!   

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Driving
With Petrol engines, after a cold start, 
pre-heating the catalytic converter can 
cause noticeable engine vibrations when 
stationary, with the engine running, for 
anything up to 2 minutes (accelerated idle 
speed).
If the engine does not start straight away, 
switch off the ignition.
Wait a few seconds before operating the 
starter motor again. If the engine does not 
start after several attempts, do not keep 
trying: you risk damaging the starter motor 
and the engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
With the Keyless Entry and Start 
 
► Place the remote control inside the vehicle, in 
the recognition zone.
► Press the " START/STOP" button. 
With a manual gearbox, the steering column 
unlocks and the engine starts more or less 
instantly.
With the EAT8 automatic gearbox, the engine 
starts more or less instantly.
The warning lamp does not come on if  the engine is already warm. In some 
climatic conditions, it is advised to follow the 
recommendations below:
–
 
In mild conditions, do not leave the engine 
to warm up while stationary
, but move off 
straight away and drive at moderate speed.
–
 
Depending on version, if the air 
conditioning is activated and when the 
exterior temperature exceeds 35°C, the idle 
engine speed can accelerate up to 1,300 
rpm depending on the air conditioning 
requirements.
–
 
In wintry conditions, when the ignition is 
switched on, the duration of lighting of the 
preheating indicator lamp is extended. W
ait 
until it goes off before starting the engine.
–
 
In  very severe wintry 
conditions
 
(temperature below -23°C), 
to ensure correct operation and preserve 
the lifespan of the vehicle's mechanical 
components, engine and gearbox,  leave the 
engine running for 4 minutes  before moving 
off.
Never leave the engine running in an 
enclosed area without adequate ventilation: 
internal combustion engines emit toxic 
exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide. 
Danger of poisoning and death!
With Petrol engines, after a cold start, 
pre-heating the catalytic converter can 
cause noticeable engine vibrations when 
stationary, with the engine running, for 
anything up to 2 minutes (accelerated idle 
speed).
For Diesel vehicles, when the 
temperature is below zero, 
starting will only occur once the pre-heating 
warning lamp goes off.
If this warning lamp comes on after pressing 
the "START/STOP" button, keep the brake 
or clutch pedal depressed until the warning 
lamp goes off, without pressing the "START/
STOP" button again, until the engine starts 
and is running. 
The "Keyless Entry and Start" system  remote control must be within the 
recognition zone.
Never leave the vehicle with the engine 
running and with the remote control on your 
person.
If the remote control leaves the recognition 
zone, a message is displayed.
Move the remote control into the zone in 
order to be able to start the engine.
If one of the starting conditions is not 
met, a message is displayed on the 
instrument panel. In some circumstances, you    

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Driving
2.Pressing the control displays the modes on the 
instrument panel.
With an electric motor, when starting the vehicle, 
no mode can be selected until the READY 
indicator lamp is displayed.
When the message disappears, the selected 
mode is activated and remains indicated on the 
instrument panel (except  Normal
  mode).
Whenever the ignition is switched on, 
Normal
  driving mode is selected by default.
Normal
To restore the default settings.
Eco
To reduce energy consumption by reducing the 
performance of the heating and air conditioning, 
without deactivating them.
To reduce consumption of the traction battery's 
electrical energy by limiting engine torque.
Power (Electric)
Allows a fully laden vehicle (GVW) to obtain 
equivalent performance to that of an unladen 
vehicle in Normal mode.
All modes are displayed on the instrument panel, except for  Normal 
mode.
Coasting mode
Depending on version or engine, with an 
EAT8 gearbox and the gear selector in mode 
D, gradually releasing the accelerator pedal 
fully allows free-wheeling which can save fuel.
A drop in engine speed is normal (rev counter 
at idle, drop in engine noise).
Gear shift indicator
(Depending on engine)
This system is designed to reduce fuel 
consumption by recommending the most suitable 
gear.
Operation
Depending on the driving situation and 
the vehicle's equipment, the system may 
recommend skipping one or more gears.
Gear engagement recommendations are 
not to be considered mandatory. Indeed, the 
configuration of the road, the traffic density and 
safety remain determining factors when choosing 
the best gear. Therefore, the driver remains 
responsible for deciding whether or not to follow 
the system’s advice.
The system cannot be deactivated.
With an automatic gearbox, the system is 
only active in manual operation.
The information appears on the  instrument panel, in the form of an “up” or 
“down” arrow and the recommended gear.
The system adapts the gear change  instructions according to the driving 
conditions (e.g.
  slope, load) and driving style 
(e.g.
  power demand, acceleration, braking).
The system never suggests:
–
 
engaging first gear;
–
 
engaging reverse gear
 .
Stop & Start (Petrol or 
Diesel)
The Stop & Start function puts the engine temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during 
phases when the vehicle is stationary (e.g.
  red 
lights, traffic jams). The engine automatically 
restarts - START mode - as soon as the driver 
indicates the intention of moving off again.
Primarily designed for urban use, the function 
is intended to reduce fuel consumption and 
exhaust emissions as well as the noise level 
when stationary.
The function does not affect the functionalities of 
the vehicle, in particular the braking.
Opening the bonnet
Before doing anything under the bonnet, 
deactivate the Stop & Start system to avoid 
any risk of injury caused by the engine 
restarting automatically.   

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Touch screen BLUETOOTH audio system
10Telephone 
 
Connect a mobile phone via Bluetooth®. 
Driving 
 
Activate, deactivate or configure certain vehicle functions (depending on 
equipment/version).
Settings 
 
Adjust the sound settings (balance,  ambience, etc.), the display (language, 
units, date, time, etc.) or configure the system 
(privacy).
Air conditioning/Heating 
 
Depending on equipment/Depending on version.Manage various temperature and air flow 
settings.
Radio
Choose the band
Press the "Radio" menu. 
Press the "SOURCE" button.
Choose the band:  FM, AM or DAB, depending 
on equipment.
Selecting a station
Press one of the buttons for an automatic 
search for radio stations.
Or
Press on the displayed frequency. 
Enter the FM and AM waveband values 
using the virtual keypad.
Or
Press this button to display the list of 
stations received and available on the 
waveband.
Radio reception may be affected by the 
use of electrical equipment not approved 
by the Brand, such as a USB charger 
connected to the 12 V socket.
The exterior environment (hills, buildings, 
tunnels, basement car parks, etc.) may block 
reception, including in RDS mode. This 
behaviour is normal in propagation of radio 
waves and does not indicate any failure of the 
audio system.