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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
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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.
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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.
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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.