2021 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS tow

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► Lower the head restraints.► If necessary, move the front seats forward.► Pull the seats fully back (depending on version).► Check that no person or object will interfere with folding down the backrests (clothing,
luggage, etc.).
► Check 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.
Depending on version, the seat backrests are
equipped with a handle (bench seat with fixed
cushions) or a strap (bench seat on rails).


► Operate backrest release handle 1 or pull
strap 2.
► Guide backrest 3 down to the horizontal
position.
If the backrest is equipped with a strap, it
it not necessary to guide it down.
If the backrest is equipped with a handle,
its red indicator is visible when it is
released.
Returning the backrests to
their original position
First check that the outer seat belts are
lying vertically alongside the backrest
latching rings.


► Put backrest 3 in the upright position and
push firmly to latch it home.
► Check that release grip 1 has properly
returned to its position and that the red indicator
is no longer visible (depending on the version
you have).
► Ensure that the outer seat belts are not trapped during the manoeuvre.
When returning the rear seat backrest to
its original position, take care not to trap
the seat belts and ensure that their buckles
are positioned correctly.
The contents of the boot may be thrown
forward - Risk of serious injury!
Steering wheel
adjustment

► When stationary, pull the control lever
to release the steering wheel adjustment
mechanism.
► Adjust the height and reach to suit your driving position.► Push the control lever to lock the steering wheel adjustment mechanism.
As a safety measure, these adjustments
should only be carried out with the
vehicle stationary.

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► Turn the mirror towards the vehicle.
Electric folding
Depending on equipment, the mirrors can be
folded electrically, when the vehicle is parked.
► From the inside, with the ignition on, place control A in the
central position.
► Pull control A backwards.
► Lock the vehicle from the outside.
Electric unfolding
Door mirrors are unfolded electrically with the
remote control or the Keyless Entry and Starting
system when the vehicle is unlocked. Unless
folding was selected with control A, pull the
control backwards in the centre position.
Folding/unfolding during locking/
unlocking can be disabled. Contact a
CITROËN dealer or 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,
headlights of other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Day/night position


► Pull the lever to change to the anti-dazzle "night” position.
► Push the lever to change to the normal "day" position.
Adjustment
► Set the mirror to the normal “day” position.
Automatic "electrochrome" model

This system automatically and progressively
transitions between day and night modes, using
a sensor that measures the light entering from
the rear of the vehicle.
To ensure optimum visibility during your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is engaged.
Ventilation
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger compartment
is filtered and originates either from the
exterior, via the grille located at the base of the
windscreen, or from the inside in air recirculation
mode.
Controls
Depending on version, the controls are
accessible in the " Air conditioning" touch
screen menu or are grouped together in the
control panel on the centre console.
The demisting/defrosting controls for the
windscreen and the rear screen are located
below the touch screen, or on the centre console
panel located below the audio system.
Air distribution

1. Windscreen demisting/defrosting vents
2. Front side window demisting/defrosting vents
3.Adjustable and closable side air vents
4. Adjustable and closable central air vents
5. Air outlets to the front footwells
6. Air outlets to the rear footwells
Advice
Using the ventilation and air
conditioning system
► To ensure that 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.
► Do not cover the sunshine sensor located on the dashboard; this sensor is used to
regulate the automatic air conditioning
system.
► Operate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes once or twice a month to
keep it in perfect working order.
► If 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, enhancing the towing capacity.
Avoid driving for too long with the
ventilation off or with prolonged operation

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33.Adjustable and closable side air vents
4. Adjustable and closable central air vents
5. Air outlets to the front footwells
6. Air outlets to the rear footwells
Advice
Using the ventilation and air
conditioning system
► To ensure that 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.
► Do not cover the sunshine sensor located on the dashboard; this sensor is used to
regulate the automatic air conditioning
system.
► Operate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes once or twice a month to
keep it in perfect working order.
► If 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, enhancing the towing capacity.
Avoid driving for too long with the
ventilation off or with prolonged operation
of interior air recirculation. 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.
Condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge of
water underneath the vehicle. This is perfectly
normal.
Servicing the ventilation and air
conditioning system
► Ensure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly.
We recommend using a composite passenger
compartment filter. Thanks to its special active
additive, this type of filter helps to purify the
air breathed by the occupants and keep the
passenger compartment clean (by reducing
allergic symptoms, unpleasant odours and
greasy deposits).
► To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, have it checked
according to the recommendations in the
Maintenance and Warranty Guide.
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning systems
only operate when the engine is running.
Temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system to maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment.
For more information on the Stop & Start,
refer to the corresponding section.
Heating/Manual air
conditioning


The heating only operates when the engine is
running.


The manual air conditioning operates when the
engine is running.
1. Recirculation of interior air
2. Temperature adjustment
3. Air distribution adjustment
4. Air flow adjustment
5. Air conditioning on/off

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Front demist - defrost
These markings on the control panels indicate the control positions for rapid
demisting or defrosting of the windscreen and
side windows.
During the winter period, direct the side air
vents towards the side windows to optimise their
demisting and defrosting.
With control panel on the
centre console
On / Off
► Put the temperature and air flow controls to the appropriately marked position.► Press this button to distribute the air to the "Windscreen" position, its indicator
lamp comes on.
► Check that recycling of interior air is deactivated: its indicator lamp must be off.► Put the air flow control to the 0 position.
With touch screen
On / Off
► Press this button, its indicator lamp comes on.
The system automatically manages the air
conditioning, air flow and air intake, and provides
optimum distribution towards the windscreen and
side windows.
► To switch it off, press this button again; its indicator lamp goes off.
With Stop & Start, when demisting
- defrosting has been activated, STOP
mode is not available.
Heated windscreen

In cold weather, this system heats the whole 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.
On/Off


► With the engine running, press this button to activate/deactivate the function (confirmed by an
indicator lamp).
The function is activated when the exterior
temperature drops below 0°C. It is deactivated
automatically when the engine is switched off.
► Pressing the button again switches off the system; its indicator lamp goes off.
The system is automatically deactivated every
time the engine is switched off.
Rear screen demist
- defrost



On / Off
► Press this button to demist/defrost the rear screen and, depending on version, the door
mirrors. The button indicator lamp comes on.
Defrosting switches off automatically to prevent
excessive electrical consumption.
► It is possible to stop the demisting / defrosting operation before it is switched off automatically
by pressing this button again. The button
indicator lamp goes off.
Switch off the demisting/defrosting of the rear screen and door mirrors as
soon as appropriate, as lower current
consumption results in reduced fuel
consumption.
Rear screen demisting - defrosting can
only be operated when the engine is
running.

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Glove box

► To open the glove box, pull the handle
towards you.
It contains the front passenger airbag
deactivation switch.
12 V accessory sockets

► Always use the correct adapter to connect a
12 V accessory (max. power: 120 W).
Observe the maximum power rating to
avoid damaging your accessory.
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
interference with displays in the screens.
Wireless smartphone
charger



It allows wireless charging of a portable device
such as a smartphone, using the magnetic
induction principle, in accordance with the Qi 1.1
standard.
The portable device to be charged must be
compatible with the Qi standard, either by design
or by using a compatible holder or shell.
The charging area is identified by the Qi symbol.
The charger works with the engine running and
with the Stop & Start system in STOP mode.
Charging is managed by the smartphone.
With Keyless Entry and Starting, the charger’s
operation may be briefly disrupted when a door
is opened or the ignition is switched off.
Charging
► With the charging area clear , place a device in its centre.

When the portable device is detected, the
charger’s indicator lamp lights up green. It
remains lit for the whole time that the battery is
being charged.
The system is not designed to charge
multiple devices simultaneously.


Do not leave any metal objects (coins,
keys, vehicle remote control, etc.) in the
charging area while a device is being
charged, due to the risk of overheating or
interrupting the charging process.
Operating check
The state of the indicator lamp allows the
operation of the charger to be monitored.

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3Folding from the passenger compartment

► Pull strap 1 towards you to unlock the
armrest.
► Guide armrest 3 down to the horizontal
position.
Folding from the boot

► Pull strap 2 towards you to unlock the
armrest.
► Push armrest 3 down to the horizontal
position.
Please note: when putting the armrest
back in place, ensure that it is correctly
locked and that the red indicator of each strap
is no longer visible. Otherwise, it could
compromise the safety of passengers in the
event of sudden braking or impact.
The contents of the boot may be thrown
forwards - risk of serious injury!
Boot fittings
1. Rear shelf
2. Hooks
3. Closed side storage compartments
4. 2-position boot floor
5. Stowing rings 6.
Storage compartment beneath the boot
carpet
Rear shelf

To remove the shelf:► unhook the two cords,► raise the shelf slightly to unclip it, then remove it.
There are several ways of storing it:
– either upright behind the front seats,

– or upright against the rear seats in the boot.
To refit the shelf:► position the shelf so that the notches are exactly on the fixing pins,

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► push the shelf down towards to pins to clip it,► hook the two cords.
Hooks

These can be used to secure shopping bags.
Take care to only hang up lightweight
bags.
Closed storage
compartments


► Pull upwards to unclip and open the removable grill.
Depending on the version you have, the storage
compartment on the right may contain the
vehicle tools.
2-position boot floor
This two-position floor allows the boot volume to
be optimised using the lateral stops located on
the sides:
– High position (100 kg max .): to obtain a flat
floor up to the front seats, when the rear seats
are folded down and fully back (depending on
version).
– Low position: maximum boot volume.

To change the height:► Lift and pull the floor towards you using its central handle, then use the lateral stops to
move it.
► Push the floor fully forwards to place it in the desired position.
Ensure that the boot is empty before
moving the boot floor.
Storage compartment

► Raise the boot floor as much as possible to
access the storage well.
Depending on the version, it includes:
– a temporary puncture repair kit with the vehicle tools,– a single spare wheel with the vehicle tools.
Courtesy lamps
1. Front courtesy lamp
2. Front map reading lamps
3.Rear courtesy lamp
4. Rear map reading lamps

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Lighting and visibility
Automatic.
Refer to the corresponding section.
Front screenwash
► Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and hold.
The screenwash then the windscreen wipers
operate for a pre-determined time.
The height of the front screenwash jets
can be adjusted. To change the factory
setting, insert a needle into each of the jets,
then direct them.
To avoid damaging the wiper blades, do not operate the screenwash if the
screenwash reservoir is empty.
Only operate the screenwash if there is no
risk of the fluid freezing on the windscreen
and hindering visibility. During the winter
period, use "very cold climate" rated products.
Never top up with water.
Rear wiper
► Turn the ring to align the desired symbol with the marking.Off
Intermittent wipe

With cornering lighting
Switching on / off
This system starts:– when the corresponding direction indicator is switched on.
or
– from a certain angle of rotation of the steering wheel.
It becomes inactive:
– below a certain angle of rotation of the steering wheel.– above 25 mph (40 km/h).– when reverse gear is engaged.
Programming
The function is activated or deactivated via the
vehicle configuration menu.
This function is activated by default.
Without audio system
► In the "LIGHTING" menu on the instrument
panel display, activate/deactivate "DIR
HEADLAMPS" (directional headlamps).
With audio system
► In the "Personalisation-
configuration " menu, activate/deactivate
"Directional headlamps".
With touch screen
► In the Driving / Vehicle menu, select
the "Vehicle settings" tab, then
"Lighting " and activate/deactivate " Directional
headlamps".
Wiper control stalk
In wintry conditions, remove snow, ice or
frost present on the windscreen, around
the wiper arms and blades and on the
windscreen seal, before operating the wipers.
Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windscreen. Under extremely hot or cold
conditions, ensure that the wiper blades are
not stuck to the windscreen before operating
the wipers.
Without AUTO wiping


With AUTO wiping

Windscreen wipers
► To select the wiping speed: raise or lower the stalk to the desired position.Fast wiping (heavy rain)
Normal wiping (moderate rain)
Intermittent wiping (proportional to the vehicle’s speed)Off
Single wipe (press down and release).
or