2021 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ignition

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► Or, depending on version, turn the “Grip control” knob to this position.Deactivation is confirmed by the illumination of this indicator lamp in the
instrument panel and the display of a message.
The ASR system is reactivated automatically
every time the ignition is switched back on or
from 31 mph (50 km/h).Reactivation is manual below 31 mph (50 km/h).
Malfunction
In the event of a system malfunction, this warning lamp comes on, accompanied by
an onscreen message and audible signal.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the systems checked.
ASR / DSC
These systems enhance safety during
normal driving, but should not encourage
the driver to take extra risks or drive at high
speed.
It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain, snow,
ice) that the risk of loss of grip increases. It
is therefore important for your safety to keep
these systems activated in all conditions, and
particularly in difficult conditions.
Correct operation of these systems depends
on compliance with the manufacturer's
recommendations relating to the wheels
(tyres and rims), braking and electronic
components, as well as the assembly and
repair procedures used by CITROËN dealers.
The use of snow tyres is recommended, to
ensure that these systems remain effective
in winter conditions. All four wheels must be
fitted with tyres approved for the vehicle.
Grip control
A special, patented traction control system which improves driveability on snow, mud and sand.
This system, optimised for operation in a range
of conditions, enables you to manoeuvre in most
slippery conditions (encountered during normal
passenger car use).
When combined with all-season Peak Mountain
Snow Flake tyres, this system offers a
compromise between safety, grip and driveability.
The accelerator pedal should be pressed
sufficiently to allow the system to harness the
power of the engine. Operation at high engine
speeds is completely normal.
A five-position selector knob allows you to
choose the setting best suited to the driving
conditions encountered.
An indicator lamp associated with each mode
comes on, accompanied by the display of a
message to confirm your choice.
Operating modes


Standard (ESC)
This mode is calibrated for a low level of wheel spin, based on the different levels
of grip normally encountered on the road.
Whenever the ignition is switched off, the
system automatically resets to this mode.
Snow
This mode adapts its strategy to the conditions of grip encountered for each of
the two front wheels on moving off.
(mode active up to 50 mph (80 km/h))
All terrain (mud, damp
grass, etc.)
This mode, when moving off, allows considerable spin on the wheel with the
least grip to optimise clearing of the mud and to
regain grip. At the same time, the wheel with the
most grip is controlled in such a way as to
transmit as much torque as possible.
When moving, the system optimises wheel spin
to respond to the driver's requirements as fully
as possible.
(mode active up to 31 mph (50 km/h))
Sand
This mode allows little spin on the two driving wheels at the same time to allow
the vehicle to move forward and limit the risks of
getting stuck in the sand.
(mode active up to 75 mph (120 km/h))
Do not use the other modes on sand as
the vehicle may become stuck.
You can deactivate the ASR and DSC systems by turning the knob to the "OFF "
position.
The ASR and DSC systems will no longer act on the operation of the engine

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5All terrain (mud, damp grass, etc.)
This mode, when moving off, allows considerable spin on the wheel with the
least grip to optimise clearing of the mud and to
regain grip. At the same time, the wheel with the
most grip is controlled in such a way as to
transmit as much torque as possible.
When moving, the system optimises wheel spin
to respond to the driver's requirements as fully
as possible.
(mode active up to 31 mph (50 km/h))
Sand
This mode allows little spin on the two driving wheels at the same time to allow
the vehicle to move forward and limit the risks of
getting stuck in the sand.
(mode active up to 75 mph (120 km/h))
Do not use the other modes on sand as
the vehicle may become stuck.
You can deactivate the ASR and DSC systems by turning the knob to the "OFF "
position.
The ASR and DSC systems will no longer act on the operation of the engine
or of the brakes in the event of a change of
trajectory.
These systems are reactivated automatically
from 31 mph (50 km/h) and whenever the ignition is switched on.
Recommendations
The vehicle is designed principally to
drive on tarmac roads, but it allows you to
occasionally drive on other less passable
terrain.
However, it does not permit off-road driving
such as:
– driving on terrain which could damage the underbody or strip away components (fuel
pipe, fuel cooler, etc.) due to obstacles or
stones in particular,
– driving on terrain with steep gradients and poor grip,– crossing a waterway .
Hill Assist Descent
System that provides assistance when
descending on loose or soft surfaces (gravel,
mud, etc.) or a steep gradient.
This system reduces the risk of slip or loss of
control of the vehicle when descending, whether
going forward or in reverse.
During a descent, it assists the driver in
maintaining a constant speed, depending on the
gear engaged, while progressively releasing the
brakes.
For the system to activate, the slope
must be greater than 5%.
The system can be used with the gearbox in
neutral.
Otherwise engage a gear corresponding to
the speed to prevent the engine stalling.
With an automatic gearbox, the system can
be used with the selector at N, D or R.
When the system is regulating, the Active
Safety Brake system is automatically
deactivated.
Operation
Switching on
By default, the system is not selected.
The state of the function is not saved when the
ignition is switched off.
The driver can select the system when the
engine is running, when the vehicle is stationary
or when moving at speeds up to approximately
31 mph (50 km/h).

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► To select the system, at speeds below 31 mph (50 km/h), press this button until its indicator lights up; this lamp appears in green
in the instrument panel.
The system becomes active at speeds below 19
mph (30 km/h).► When the vehicle begins its descent, you can release the accelerator and brake pedals; the
system regulates the speed:
– if the gearbox is in first or second gear, the speed decreases and the indicator lamp flashes rapidly,– if the gearbox is in neutral or if the clutch pedal is depressed, the speed decreases and the
indicator lamp flashes slowly; in this case, the maintained descent speed is lower.
On a descent, with the vehicle stationary, if you
release the accelerator and brake pedals, the
system will release the brakes to set the vehicle
gradually in motion.
The brake lamps light up automatically when the
system is regulating.
If the speed exceeds 19 mph (30 km/h), regulation is paused automatically, the
indicator lamp goes back to grey in the instrument panel, but the green indicator lamp in
the button remains on.
Regulation resumes automatically when the
speed falls below 19 mph (30 km/h) again, if the slope and pedal release conditions are met.
You can depress the accelerator or brake pedal
again at any time.
Switching off


► Press this button until its indicator lamp goes off; the indicator goes off in the instrument panel.
Above 45 mph (70 km/h), the system is
automatically deactivated; the indicator lamp in
the button goes off.
Malfunction
In the event of a system malfunction, this warning lamp comes on on the instrument
panel, accompanied by an onscreen message.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Seat belts
Inertia reel
The seat belts are equipped with an inertia reel
which allows the strap length to automatically
adjust to your shape. The seat belt returns to its
storage automatically when it is not used.
The inertia reels are fitted with a device which
automatically locks the strap in the event of a
collision, emergency braking or if the vehicle rolls
over. It can be released by pulling the strap firmly
and then releasing it so that it reels in slightly.
Pyrotechnic pretensioning
This system improves safety in the event of a
frontal or side impact.
Depending on the severity of the impact, the
pyrotechnic pretensioning system instantly
tightens the seat belts against the body of the
occupants.
The pyrotechnic pretensioning seat belts are
enabled when the ignition is on.
Force limiter
This system reduces the pressure of the seat
belt on the chest of the occupant, thus improving
their protection.
In the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and
seriousness of the impacts, the pyrotechnic
device may trigger before and independently
of airbag deployment. Deployment of the
pretensioners is accompanied by a slight
discharge of harmless smoke and a noise,
due to the activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge incorporated in the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp comes
on.
Following an impact, have the seat belt
system checked, and if necessary replaced,
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Front seat belts

The front seat belts are fitted with a pyrotechnic
pretensioning system and a force limiting
system.

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Fastening

► Pull the strap, then insert the tongue in the buckle.► Check that the seat belt is fastened correctly by pulling on the strap.
Unlocking
► Press the red button on the buckle.► Guide the seat belt as it is reeled in.
Seat belt not fastened/
unfastened alerts


A.Front and rear seat belts not fastened/
unfastened warning lamp


1.Front left seat belt warning lamp
2. Front right seat belt warning lamp
3. Rear left seat belt warning lamp
4. Rear centre seat belt warning lamp
5. Rear right seat belt warning lamp
If the corresponding seat belt is not fastened
or is unfastened, when the ignition is switched
on, the seat belts warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and the corresponding warning
lamp (1 to 5) comes on in red in the seat belt and
front passenger airbag warning lamps display.
If a rear seat belt is not fastened, the
corresponding warning lamp ( 3 to 5)
comes on for around 30 seconds.
From about 12 mph (20 km/h) and for 2
minutes, each warning lamp corresponding to
an occupied seat whose seat belt is unfastened
flashes, accompanied by an audible signal. After
these 2 minutes, the corresponding seat warning
lamp remains on until the driver or the front/rear
passenger fasten their seat belt.
Advice
The driver must ensure that passengers use the seat belts correctly and that they
are all fastened before setting off.
Wherever seated in the vehicle, you must
always fasten the seat belt, even for short
journeys.
Do not interchange the seat belt buckles, as
they will not fulfil their role fully.
Before and after use, ensure that the seat belt
is reeled in correctly.
After folding or moving a seat or rear bench
seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned
and reeled in correctly.
Installation
The lower part of the strap must be
positioned as low as possible on the pelvis.
The upper part must be positioned in the
hollow of the shoulder.
In order to be effective, a seat belt:
– must be tightened as close to the body as
possible;– must be pulled in front of you with a smooth movement, ensuring that it is not twisted;– must only be used to secure one person;– must not show signs of tearing or fraying;– must not be changed or modified, in order to avoid affecting its performance.
Recommendations for childrenUse a suitable child seat if the passenger
is less than 12 years old or shorter than one
and a half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure more
than one child.
Never carry a child on your lap.
For more information on Child seats, refer to
the corresponding section.
Maintenance
In accordance with current safety
regulations, for all repairs on your vehicle's
seat belts, go to a qualified workshop with
the skills and equipment needed, which a
CITROËN dealer is able to provide.
Have the seat belts checked regularly by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop,
particularly if the straps show signs of
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy water or
a textile cleaning product, sold by CITROËN
dealers.
Airbags
General information
System designed to help improve the safety
of the occupants sitting in the front seats and
the rear outer seats, in the event of a violent
collision. The airbags supplement the action

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5Recommendations for children
Use a suitable child seat if the passenger
is less than 12 years old or shorter than one
and a half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure more
than one child.
Never carry a child on your lap.
For more information on Child seats, refer to
the corresponding section.
Maintenance
In accordance with current safety
regulations, for all repairs on your vehicle's
seat belts, go to a qualified workshop with
the skills and equipment needed, which a
CITROËN dealer is able to provide.
Have the seat belts checked regularly by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop,
particularly if the straps show signs of
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy water or
a textile cleaning product, sold by CITROËN
dealers.
Airbags
General information
System designed to help improve the safety
of the occupants sitting in the front seats and
the rear outer seats, in the event of a violent
collision. The airbags supplement the action
of the seat belts equipped with a force limiting
system.
Electronic detectors record and analyse the
front and side impacts sustained in the impact
detection zones:
– In the event of violent impact, the airbags deploy instantly and help better protect the
occupants of the vehicle; immediately after the
impact, the airbags deflate rapidly in order not
to hinder the visibility or the possible exit of the
occupants.
– In the event of a slight impact, a rear impact and under certain rollover conditions, the airbags
may not deploy; only the seat belt helps to
protect you in these situations.
The seriousness of the impact depends on the
nature of the obstacle and the speed of the
vehicle at the moment of collision.
The airbags do not operate when the
ignition is switched off.
This equipment will only deploy once. If a
second impact occurs (during the same or a
subsequent accident), the airbag will not be
deployed again.
Impact detection zones
A.Front impact zone
B. Side impact zone
When one or more airbags are deployed,
the detonation of the pyrotechnic charge
incorporated in the system makes a noise and
releases a small quantity of smoke.
This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive
individuals may experience slight irritation.
The detonation noise associated with the
deployment of one or more airbags may result
in a slight loss of hearing for a short time.

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Deactivating/Reactivating the front
passenger airbag
The control is located in the glove box.

With the ignition off:► To deactivate the airbag, turn the key in the switch to the "OFF" position. ► To reactivate it, turn the key to the "ON"
position.
When the ignition is switched on:
This warning lamp comes on and remains lit to signal the deactivation.
Or
This warning lamp comes on for about 1 minute to signal the activation.
Recommended child seats
Range of recommended child seats secured
using a three-point seat belt.
Group 0+: from birth to 13 kg

L1
"RÖMER Baby-Safe Plus"
Installed in the "rearward facing" position.
Groups 2 and 3: from 15 to 36 kg

L5
"RÖMER KIDFIX XP"
Can be fitted to the vehicle's ISOFIX mountings.
The child is restrained by the seat belt.
Only suitable for installation on the side rear seats.
The head restraint on the vehicle seat must be removed.
Groups 2 and 3: from 15 to 36 kg

L6
"GRACO Booster"
The child is restrained by the seat belt.
Only suitable for installation on the front
passenger seat or on the rear side seats.
Locations for child seats secured using the seat belt
In accordance with European regulations, this table indicates the options for installing child seats secured using the seat belt and universally approved (a)
in relation to the weight of the child and the seat position in the vehicle.
Weight of the child
/ indicative age
SeatUnder 13 kg(groups 0 (b) and
0+)
Up to about 1 year
oldFrom 9 to 18 kg(group 1)
From about 1 to 3
years oldFrom 15 to 25 kg(group 2)
From about 3 to 6
years oldFrom 22 to 36 kg(group 3)
From about 6 to
10 years old
Row 1 (c) Passenger seat with
passenger airbag
deactivated "OFF"


U UX X
Passenger seat with
passenger airbag
activated "ON" X
XU U
Row 2 (d) (e) Rear side seats


U UU U
Rear central seat


X XX X
U
: seat position suitable for installing a child seat secured using the seat belt and universally approved for "rearward facing" and/or "forward facing" use.X: seat position not suitable for installing a child seat for the weight group indicated.
(a): Universal child seat: child seat which can be installed in any vehicle using the seat belt.
(b)
: Group 0: from birth to 10 kg. Carrycots and "car" infant carriers cannot be installed on the front passenger seat.(c): refer to the legislation in force in your country before installing your child in this seat position.
(d): to install a "rearward facing" or "forward facing" child seat at the rear , move the front seat forward, then straighten the backrest to allow enough room
for the child seat and the child's legs.
(e):: to install a "rearward facing" or "forward facing" child seat at the rear , slide the rear seat as far backwards as possible, with the backrest straightened.

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(a): refer to the current legislation in the country in which you are driving before placing a child in this seat position.
(B): to install a “rearward facing” or “forward facing” child seat at the rear, slide the rear seat as far backwards as possible, with the backrest straightened.
Manual child lock
Mechanical system to prevent opening of a rear
door using its interior control.
The control, red in colour, is located on the edge
of each rear door.
It is identified by a mark on the bodywork.
Locking

► Using the ignition key or the integral key,
depending on version, turn the red control as far
as it will go:
• to the right on the left-hand rear door ,• to the left on the right-hand rear door.
Unlocking
► Using the ignition key or the integral key , depending on version, turn the red control as far
as it will go:
• to the left on the left-hand rear door ,• to the right on the right-hand rear door .
Do not confuse the child lock control,
which is red, with the back-up locking
control, which is black.
Electric child lock
Remote control system to prevent opening of the
rear doors using their interior controls.
Activation/Deactivation


► With the ignition on, press this button to activate/deactivate the child lock.
A message is displayed, confirming activation/
deactivation of the child lock.
When the indicator lamp is on, the child lock is
activated.
Any other status of the indicator lamp indicates a malfunction of the electric
child lock.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
With the child lock activated, it is still
possible to open the doors from outside.
This system is independent and in no circumstances does it take the place of
the central locking control.
Check the status of the child lock each time
you switch on the ignition.
Always keep the electronic key with you when
leaving the vehicle, even for a short time.
In the event of a serious impact, the electric
child lock is switched off automatically to
permit the exit of the rear passengers.
Any other state of the indicator lamp indicates a fault with the electric child
lock.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
This system is independent and in no circumstances does it take the place of
the central locking control.
Check the status of the child locks each time
you switch on the ignition.
Always remove the key from the ignition when
leaving the vehicle, even for a short time.

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5Any other state of the indicator lamp indicates a fault with the electric child
lock.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
This system is independent and in no circumstances does it take the place of
the central locking control.
Check the status of the child locks each time
you switch on the ignition.
Always remove the key from the ignition when
leaving the vehicle, even for a short time.