2021 CITROEN C4 CACTUS Owners Manual

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Locations for child seats secured using a 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 in the vehicle.
( a ) Universal child seat: child seat that can be
installed in any vehicle using the seat belt.
(b) Group 0: from birth to 10 kg. Carrycots
and "car cots" cannot be installed on the front
passenger seat.
When installed in the 2
nd row, they may prevent
the use of one or more seats.
(c) Refer to the legislation in force in your
country before putting your child in this
position. (d)
When a "rear ward facing" child seat
is placed on the front passenger seat, the
front passenger airbag must be deactivated.
Otherwise, the child could risk being seriously
injured or killed if the airbag were deployed.
When a "for ward facing" child seat is installed
on the front passenger seat, leave the front
passenger airbag activated. (
e ) To install a child seat on a rear seat,
"rear ward facing" or "for ward facing", move the
front seat for ward, then straighten the backrest
to allow enough space for the child seat and
the child's legs.
( f ) A child seat with support leg must never be
installed on the centre rear seat.
U : seating position suitable for the installation
of a child seat secured using the seat belt and
universally approved "rearward facing" and/or
"forward facing".
Weight of the child/
indicative age
Seat Groups 0 (b) and 0+
Bir th to 13 kg
Up to about 1 year Group 1
From 9 to 18 kg From about 1 to 3 years
Group 2
From 15 to 25 kg From about 3 to 6 years
Group 3
From 22 to 36 kg From about 6 to 10 years
1
st row Front passenger seat
(c ) without height
adjustment ( d) U
UUU
2
nd row Outer rear seats (
e) UUUU
Centre rear seat ( e) U (f) U (f) U U
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The seats, illustrated below, are fitted with
regulation ISOFIX mountings:
ISOFIX mountings
- two rings A, located between the vehicle
seat backrest and cushion, indicated by a
marking,
There are three rings for each seat:
-
a r
ing B
, behind the seat and identified by a
marking, referred to as the TOP TETHER ,
for fixing the upper strap.
This arrangement reduces forward tipping of
the child seat in the event of a front impact.
This ISOFIX mounting system provides fast,
reliable and safe fitting of the child seat in your
vehicle.
The ISOFIX child seats are fitted with two
latches which are secured to the two rings A .
Some seats also have a upper strap , which is
attached to ring B .
To secure the child seat at the TOP TETHER :
F r emove and stow the head restraint before
installing the child seat on the seat (refit it
once the child seat has been removed),
F

p
ass the upper strap of the child seat behind
the seat backrest, centring it between the
apertures of the head restraint rods, When fitting an ISOFIX child seat to the
left-hand rear position of the bench seat,
before fitting the seat, first move the
centre rear seat belt towards the middle
of the vehicle, so as to avoid inter ference
with the operation of the seat belt.
The incorrect installation of a child seat
in a vehicle compromises the child's
protection in the event of an accident.
Strictly follow the fitting instructions
provided in the user guide supplied with
the child seat.
For information on the possibilities for
installing ISOFIX child seats in your
vehicle, refer to the summary table.
F
a
ttach the hook of the upper strap to ring B
,
F
t
ighten the upper strap.
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Recommended ISOFIX
child seats
Also consult the installation notes from the
child seat's manufacturer to find out how
to install and remove the seat.
"RÖMER Baby- Safe Plus and its ISOFIX base"
(size category: E )
Group 0+: from bir th to 13 kg
Installed rearward facing using an ISOFIX base attached to rings A .
The base has a support leg, height-
adjustable, which rests on the vehicle's floor. This child seat can also be secured with a
seat belt. In this case, only the shell is used and attached to the vehicle seat using the three-point seat belt. "
RÖMER Duo Plus ISOFIX "
(size category: B1 )
Group 1: from 9 to 18 kg
Is installed only in the forward facing position. Is attached to the rings A and the upper ring
B , referred to as the TOP TETHER, using an
upper strap.
3 seat body angles: sitting, reclining and lying down.
This child seat can also be used on seats not equipped with ISOFIX mountings. In
this case, it must be secured to the vehicle's seat by the three-point seat belt. Adjust the
position of the vehicle's front seat so that the child's feet are not touching the backrest.
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Summary table of locations for ISOFIX child seats
In line with European regulations, this table indicates the options for installing ISOFIX child seats on the vehicle seats fitted with ISOFIX mountings.
In the case of universal and semi-universal ISOFIX child seats, the ISOFIX size category of the child seat, determined by a letter between A to G, is
indicated on the child seat next to the ISOFIX logo.
Weight of the child/indicative age
Under 10 kg (group 0)
Up to about 6 months Under 10 kg
(group 0)
Under 13 kg (group 0+)
Up to about 1 year From 9 to 18 kg (group 1)
From about 1 to 3 years
Type of ISOFIX child seat Carr ycotrearward facing rearward facing forward facing
ISOFIX size categor y F G C D E C D A B B1
1
st row Front passenger
seat Not ISOFIX
2
nd row Outer rear seats
IL- SU* IL- SU IL- SU IL- SU IL- SU IUF
IL- SU
Centre rear seat Not ISOFIX
IL- SU: seat position suitable for the installation
of an I sofix S emi-Universal seat either:
-

"
rear ward facing" fitted with an upper strap
or a support leg,
-

"
for ward facing" fitted with a support leg,
*

T

he ISOFIX carrycot, secured to the lower
rings of an ISOFIX seat, occupies all of the
space on the rear bench seat. -

a c
arrycot seat fitted with an upper strap or
a support leg.
For more information on ISOFIX child seats
and the upper strap, refer to the corresponding
section.
I UF:
seat suitable for the installation of an I sofix
U niversal seat, "Forward facing" secured
using the upper strap.
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Locations for i-Size child
seats
i-Size child seats have two latches that engage
on the two rings A.
i-Size child seats also have:
-
e

ither an upper strap that is attached to ring B ,
-

o
r a support leg resting on the vehicle floor,
compatible with the approved i-Size seat,
the role of which is to prevent the child seat
from tipping for ward in the event of a collision.
For more information on ISOFIX mountings ,
refer to the corresponding section.
In accordance with the new European
regulations, this table indicates the options
for installing i-Size child seats on seats in the
vehicle fitted with ISOFIX mountings approved
for i-Size. i-Size child seat
1st row Front passenger
seat Not i- Size
2
nd row Outer rear seats
(a ) i-U
Centre rear seat Not i- Size
i- U: suitable for i-Size restraint systems in
the "Universal" category, forward facing
and rearward facing.
(a) To install a child seat at the rear,
rear ward or for ward facing, move the
front seat for ward, then adjust the
backrest to an upright position to allow
enough room for the child seat and the
child's legs.
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Advice
The incorrect installation of a child seat in a
vehicle compromises the child's protection in
the event of an accident.
Ensure that there is no seat belt or seat belt
buckle under the child seat, as this could
destabilise it.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the
child seat harnesses keeping the slack
relative to the child's body to a minimum,
even for short journeys.
When installing a child seat using the seat
belt, ensure that the seat belt is tightened
correctly on the child seat and that it secures
the child seat firmly on the seat of your
vehicle. If your passenger seat is adjustable,
move it for wards if necessary.
At rear seating positions, always leave
sufficient space between the front seat and:
-
a "
rear ward facing" child seat,
-

t
he child's feet for a child seat fitted
"forward facing".
To do this, move the front seat for wards
and, if necessary, move its backrest into the
upright position.
For optimal installation of the "forward facing"
child seat, verify that its backrest is as close
as possible to the backrest of the vehicle
seat, if possible in contact with it. The head restraint must be removed
before installing a child seat with a
backrest on a passenger seat.
Ensure that the head restraint is stored or
attached securely to prevent it from being
thrown around the vehicle in the event of
sharp braking. Refit the head restraint when
the child seat is removed.
As a safety precaution, do not leave:
-
a c hild or children alone and unattended in
a vehicle,
-

a c
hild or an animal in a vehicle which
is exposed to the sun, with the windows
closed,
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t
he keys within reach of children inside the
vehicle.
To prevent accidental opening of the doors
and rear windows, use the child lock.
Take care not to open the rear windows by
more than one third.
To protect young children from the rays of the
sun, fit side blinds on the rear windows.
Children in front
The legislation on carrying children on the
front passenger seat is specific to each
country. Refer to the legislation in force in
your country.
Deactivate the front passenger airbag when a
"rear ward facing" child seat is installed on the
front passenger seat.
Other wise, there is a risk of serious or fatal
injury to the child if the airbag is deployed.
Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must be
positioned on the child's shoulder without
touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
passes correctly over the child's thighs.
We recommend using a booster seat with
a backrest equipped with a belt guide at
shoulder level.
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Manual child lock
LockingUnlocking
F Using the ignition key or the integral key,
depending on version, turn the red control
as far as it will go:
-

t
o the left on the left-hand rear door,
-

t
o 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
Activation/Deactivation
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.
Mechanical system to prevent opening of a rear
door using its interior control.
The control is located on the edge of each rear
d o o r.
F

U

sing the ignition key or the integral key,
depending on version, turn the red control
as far as it will go:
-

t

o the right on the left-hand rear door,
-

t

o the left on the right-hand rear door. Remotely operated system to prevent opening
of the rear doors using their interior controls. With the ignition on:
F

p
ress this button; its indicator lamp comes
on, accompanied by a message to confirm
the activation,
F

p
ress this button again; its indicator lamp
goes off, accompanied by a message to
confirm the deactivation.
The indicator lamp remains on for as long as
the child lock is activated. Opening the doors
from the outside remains possible.
The indicator lamp remains off for as long as
the child lock is deactivated.
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Driving recommendations
Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your
hands on the wheel so that you are ready to
react at any time to any eventuality.
As a safety measure, the driver should only
carry out any operations that require close
attention when the vehicle is stationary.
On a long journey, a break every two hours is
strongly recommended.
In bad weather, drive smoothly, anticipate the
need to brake and increase the distance from
other vehicles.Never leave the engine running in
an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation: internal combustion engines
emit toxic exhaust gases, such as carbon
monoxide. There is a risk of poisoning and
death!
In very severe wintry conditions
(temperatures below -23°C), to guarantee
correct operation and the longevity of
the mechanical elements of your vehicle,
engine and gearbox, the engine must be
left running for 4 minutes before driving.
Important!
Never drive with the parking brake applied –
Risk of overheating and damage to the
braking system!
As the exhaust system of your vehicle
is very hot, even several minutes after
switching off the engine, never park or run
the engine on inflammable sur faces (dry
grass, fallen leaves, etc.): Risk of fire!
Never leave a vehicle unsuper vised 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.
Driving 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 the
electrical systems of your vehicle. If you are obliged to drive through water:
-

c
heck that the depth of water does not
exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves that
might be generated by other users,
-
d
eactivate the Stop & Start function,
-
d
rive as slowly as possible without stalling.
Under no circumstances exceed 6 mph
(10

km/h),
-
d
o not stop and do not switch off the engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as
circumstances 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.
Driving