2023 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS battery

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Access
2Deactivating the rear
window controls (depending
on version)


For the safety of your children, press switch 5
to prevent operation of the windows of the rear
doors, irrespective of their position.
When the indicator is on, the rear controls are
inhibited. When the indicator is off, the rear
controls are active.
Reinitialising the electric
windows
After reconnecting the battery, or in the event
of abnormal window movement, the anti-pinch
function must be reinitialised.
The anti-pinch function is disabled during the
following sequence of operations.
For each window:
►
Lower the window fully
, then raise it; it will
rise in steps of a few centimetres each time the
control is pressed. Repeat the operation until the
window is fully closed.
►

Continue to pull the control for at least one
second after the window reaches the closed
position.
If an electric window meets an obstacle
during operation, the movement of the
window must be reversed. To do this, press
the relevant control.
When the driver operates the passengers’
electric window controls, it is important to
ensure that nothing can prevent the window
from closing properly.
It is important to ensure that passengers use
the electric windows correctly.
Pay particular attention to children when
operating the windows.
Be aware of passengers and/or other persons
present when closing windows remotely using
the electronic key.
Do not put your head or arms through the
open windows when the vehicle is moving -
risk of serious injury!

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Ease of use and comfort
3For maximum cooling or heating of the
passenger compartment, press the
temperature setting button up or down until
LO or HI is displayed.
Automatic comfort programme
Activation/Deactivation
► Press button 5 to activate or deactivate the
air conditioning system’s automatic mode.
The air conditioning system operates
automatically: the system optimises the
temperature, air flow and air distribution in the
passenger compartment based on the comfort
level selected.
►

Go to the secondary page by pressing button
7

to adjust the automatic comfort programme by
choosing one of the available settings.
“Soft”: provides soft and quiet operation by
limiting air flow.
“Normal”: offers the best compromise between
a comfortable temperature and quiet operation
(default setting).
“Fast”: provides strong and effective air flow.
Mode AUTO► To change the settings, press the
button several times.
The setting is associated with AUTO mode only.
However, when AUTO mode is deactivated, the
previous selection is retained.
Changing the setting does not reactivate AUTO
mode if this was deactivated.
In cold weather with the engine cold, the
air flow is increased gradually until the
comfort setting has been reached, in order to
limit the delivery of cold air into the passenger
compartment.
On entering the vehicle, if the interior
temperature is much colder or warmer than
the comfort setting requested, there is no
need to alter the value displayed to reach
the required level of comfort more quickly.
The system automatically corrects the
temperature difference as quickly as possible.
Adjusting the air flow
► Press one of the buttons 2 (- or +) to increase
or decrease air flow.
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in according
to the request.
When the air flow is reduced to a minimum,
ventilation stops.
"OFF " is displayed alongside the fan.
Adjusting the air distribution
► Press the buttons 3 to adjust the air flow
distribution inside the passenger compartment.
Windscreen.
Central and side air vents.
Footwells.
Each press on a button activates or deactivates
the function.
All three buttons can be activated simultaneously. In this case, priority is
given to the air flows from the central and side
air vents, and from those in the passenger
footwells.
Air conditioning on / off
The air conditioning system is designed to
operate effectively in all seasons, with the
windows closed.
It is used to:
–

lower the temperature in summer
,
–

increase the effectiveness of the demisting in
winter

, above 3°C.
►

Press button
4 to turn the air conditioning on/
off.
When the indicator lamp is on, the air
conditioning function is activated.
The air conditioning cannot operate when the air flow adjustment is set to OFF.
Ventilation function with the
ignition on
When the ignition is switched on, you can
use the ventilation system to adjust the air
flow settings and the air distribution in the
passenger compartment for a duration which
depends on the battery charge.

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Ease of use and comfort
Sun visor

The sun visors are fitted with a vanity mirror
with concealing flap and a card holder (or ticket
holder).
Glove box

► To open the glove box, pull the handle
towards you.
It contains the front passenger airbag
deactivation switch.
Never drive with the glove box open
when a passenger is at the front. It may
cause injury during sharp deceleration!
12 V accessory sockets

► Plug in a 12 V accessory (with a maximum
rated power of 120 W) using a suitable adapter.
Observe the maximum power rating to
avoid damaging the 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




This system 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.
A mat can also be used provided that it is
approved by the Manufacturer.
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 the Keyless Entry and Start system, 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 metal objects (e.g. coins,
keys, vehicle remote control) in the
charging area while a device is being charged
- risk of overheating or interrupting the
charging!
Checking operation
The state of the indicator lamp allows the
operation of the charger to be monitored.
State of the
indicator lamp Meaning
Off Engine switched off.
No compatible devices
detected.
Charging complete.
Fixed green Compatible portable device detected.
Charging.

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Ease of use and comfort
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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 metal objects (e.g. coins,
keys, vehicle remote control) in the
charging area while a device is being charged
- risk of overheating or interrupting the
charging!
Checking operation
The state of the indicator lamp allows the
operation of the charger to be monitored.
State of the
indicator lamp Meaning
Off Engine switched off.
No compatible devices
detected.
Charging complete.
Fixed green Compatible portable device detected.
Charging.
State of the
indicator lampMeaning
Flashing orange Foreign object detected in the charging zone.
Portable device not well
centred in the charging
zone.
Fixed orange Malfunction of the
portable device's battery
meter.
Device battery
temperature too high.
Charger malfunction.


If the indicator lamp is fixed orange:
–
remove the device, then place it back in the
centre of the charging zone.
or
–

remove the device and try again in a quarter
of an hour

.
If the problem persists, have the system checked
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
USB socket



The USB socket is located in the central storage
compartment.
The USB socket allows the connection of a
portable device or a USB memory stick.
It reads the audio files that are sent to your audio
system and played via the vehicle's speakers.
These files can be managed using the steering-
mounted controls or those on the touch screen.
When the USB socket is used, the
portable device charges automatically.
While charging, a message is displayed if the
power drawn by the portable device exceeds
the current supplied by the vehicle.
For more information about how to use this
equipment, refer to the sections describing
the audio and telematics systems.

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Lighting and visibility
upwards or downwards, depending on the side
of the traffic (e.g. when parking on the right, push
the lighting control stalk down to light up on the
left).
This is confirmed by an audible signal and the
lighting of the corresponding direction indicator
lamp on the instrument panel.
► To switch off the parking lamps, return the
lighting control stalk to the central position.
Automatic illumination of lamps
With the lighting control stalk in the “ AUTO”
position and if a low level of exterior brightness
is detected by the rain/sunshine sensor, the
number plate lamps, sidelamps and dipped
beam headlamps are switched on automatically,
without any action on the part of the driver. They
may also come on if rain is detected, at the same
time as automatic operation of the windscreen
wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient
level or after the windscreen wipers are switched
off, the lamps are switched off automatically.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction of the rain/
sunshine sensor, the vehicle’s lamps
come on and this warning lamp is displayed on
the instrument panel, accompanied by an
audible signal and/or the display of a message.
Front foglamps and rear
foglamp


They operate with the sidelamps or dipped beam headlamps on, in manual or
auto mode.
►

Press and rotate the ring:
–


forwards a 1st time to switch on the front
foglamps.
–

forwards a 2nd time to switch on the rear
foglamp.
–

backwards a 1st time to switch off the rear
foglamp.
–

backwards


a 2
nd time to switch off the front
foglamps.
When the lamps are switched off automatically
(with AUTO model) or when the dipped beam
headlamps are switched off manually, the
foglamps and sidelamps remain on.
►

Rotate the ring backwards to switch the
foglamps off; the sidelamps will then switch off.
Switching on the foglamps is prohibited
in clear weather or in rain, both day and
night. In these situations, the power of their
beams may dazzle other drivers. They must
only be used in fog or falling snow (rules may
vary depending on country).
Do not forget to switch off the foglamps when
they are no longer necessary.
Switching off of the lighting when the
ignition is switched off
When the ignition is switched off, all of the
lamps turn off immediately, except for the
dipped beam headlamps if automatic guide-
me-home lighting is activated.
Switching on the lamps after
switching off the ignition
To reactivate the lighting control, rotate the
ring to the "AUTO" position, then to the
desired position.
If the driver's door is opened, a temporary
audible signal warns the driver that the lamps
are on.
They will go off automatically after a period
of time that depends on the level of charge in
the battery (entering energy economy mode).
Direction indicators

► Left or right: lower or raise the lighting control
stalk, beyond the point of resistance.
If you keep the direction indicators on for
more than 20 seconds, the volume of the
audible signal will increase if the speed is
above 50 mph (80 km/h).
Three flashes
► Press briefly upwards or downwards, without
going beyond the point of resistance; the
direction indicators will flash 3 times.
Parking lamps
(Depending on version)
Vehicle side marking by lighting the sidelamps
on the traffic side only.
►

Within one minute after switching off the
ignition, operate the lighting control stalk

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Safety
5Horn

► Press the central part of the steering wheel.
Emergency or assistance
call




1. Localised Emergency Call
* In accordance with the general conditions of use of the service, available from dealers and subject to technological and technical limitations.
** Depend ing on the geographic coverage of "Localised Emergency Call" and "Localised Assistance Call".
The list of countries covered and the telematic services provided is available from dealers or on the website for your country .
2.Localised Assistance Call
Localised Emergency Call
(PE112)
► In an emergency , press button 1 for more
than 2 seconds.
The lit indicator lamp and a voice message
confirm that the call has been made to the
emergency services*.
"Localised Emergency Call" immediately locates
your vehicle and puts you in contact with the
appropriate emergency services**.
►

Pressing again immediately cancels the
request.
The indicator lamp flashes while the vehicle
data is being sent, and then remains lit when
communication is established.
If an impact is detected by the airbag
control unit, an emergency call is made
automatically, irrespective of the deployment
of any airbags.
This service is available free of charge.
Operation of the system
– Upon switching on the ignition, the indicator
lamp lights up red, then green, and then goes
out: the system is operating correctly
.
–

The indicator lamp is fixed red: system
malfunction.
–


The indicator lamp flashes red: replace the
back-up battery

.
In the latter 2 cases, the emergency and
assistance call services may not work.
Contact a dealer or a qualified repairer as soon
as possible.
A system fault does not prevent the vehicle from being driven.
Data processing
All processing of personal information
by the "Localised Emergency Call" system
(PE112) complies with the framework for
protection of personal information established
by Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) and
Directive 2002/58/EC of the European
Parliament and the Council, and in particular,
seeks to protect the vital interests of the
data subject, in accordance with Article
6.1,
paragraph
d) of Regulation 2016/679.
Personal information processing is strictly
limited to the management of the "Localised

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Driving
Starting / Switching off the
engine with the key
Key ignition switch

It has 3 positions:
1. StopInserting/removing the key, steering column
locked.
2. Ignition on Steering column unlocked, ignition on,
preheating (Diesel), switching the engine on.
3. Starting
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key or the remote control. This would weigh
down on its shaft in the ignition switch and
could cause a malfunction.
Ignition on position
It allows the use of the vehicle's electric
equipment or the charging of accessories.
Once the state of charge of the battery drops to
the reserve level, the system switches to energy
economy mode. The power supply is cut off
automatically to preserve the remaining battery
charge.
Starting the engine
With the parking brake applied:
► With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
in neutral then fully depress the clutch pedal.
►

With an
automatic gearbox, place the gear
selector in mode N or P then depress the brake
pedal.
►

Insert the key into the ignition switch; the
system recognises the code.
►


Unlock
the steering column by simultaneously
turning the steering wheel and the key.
In certain cases, you may need to apply
significant force to move the steering
wheel (e.g.
wheels turned to full lock).
►

With a
petrol engine , operate the starter
motor by turning the key to position 3 without
pressing the accelerator pedal, until the engine
starts. Once the engine has started, release the
key and allow it to return to position 2.
Petrol engines
After a cold start, preheating the catalytic
converter can cause noticeable engine
vibrations, for anything up to 2 minutes
(accelerated idle speed).
►

With a
Diesel engine, turn the key to position
2, to

activate the engine preheating system.
Wait until this warning lamp goes off on
the instrument panel, then turn the key to
position 3 without pressing the accelerator pedal,
to operate the starter motor. Once the engine
has started, release the key and allow it to return
to position 2.
In wintry conditions, the warning lamp
may stay on for a longer period. When
the engine is hot, the warning lamp does not
come on.
In mild conditions, do not leave the engine
to warm up while stationary, but move off
straight away and drive at moderate 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 a few
attempts, do not keep trying - risk of
damaging the starter motor and the engine!
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Switching off the engine
► Immobilise the vehicle.
► With the engine at idle, turn the key to
position 1
.
►

Remove the key from the ignition switch.
►


T
o lock the steering column, turn the steering
wheel until it locks.
To facilitate unlocking of the steering column, it is recommended that the
wheels be returned to the straight ahead
position before switching off the engine.
Never switch off the ignition before the
complete immobilisation of the vehicle.
With the engine off, the braking and steering
assistance systems are also cut off - risk of
loss of control of the vehicle!
Check that the parking brake is correctly
applied, particularly on sloping ground.
When leaving the vehicle, keep the key in
your possession and lock the vehicle.
Energy economy mode
After the engine has stopped (position 1. Stop),
for a maximum combined duration of 30 minutes,
you can still use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, courtesy lamps or dipped
beam headlamps.
For more information on Energy
economy mode, refer to the
corresponding section.
Key left in
When the driver's door is opened, a
message is displayed, accompanied by an
audible signal, if the key has been left in the
ignition switch in position 1.

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Driving
In some circumstances, a message indicates
that it is necessary to turn the steering wheel
while pressing the "START/STOP" button to
assist unlocking of the steering column.
Petrol engines
With Petrol engines, after a cold start,
pre-heating the catalytic converter can cause
noticeable engine vibrations, for anything up
to 2 minutes (accelerated idle speed).
Switching off
► Immobilise the vehicle using the parking
brake.
►

With a
manual gearbox, ideally put the gear
lever into neutral.
►

With an
automatic gearbox, ideally select
mode
P or N.
►

Press the "
START/STOP" button.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn
the steering wheel to lock the steering column.
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the
engine will not stop.
With the engine off, the braking and
steering assistance systems are also cut
off - risk of loss of control of the vehicle!
Never leave your vehicle with the
electronic key still inside.
Switching on the ignition
without starting the engine


With the electronic key in the passenger
compartment, pressing the " START/STOP"
button, without depressing any of the pedals ,
allows the ignition to be switched on without
starting the engine (the instrument panel and
accessories such as the audio system and the
lighting will come on).
►

Press this button again to switch off the
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked.
With the ignition on, the system
automatically goes into energy economy
mode to maintain an adequate state of charge
in the battery.
Key not detected
Back-up starting
A back-up reader is fitted to the steering column,
to enable the engine to be started if the system
fails to detect the key in the recognition zone, or
if the battery in the electronic key is flat.


► Place and hold the remote control against the
back-up reader .
►

W
ith a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
in neutral, then fully depress the clutch pedal.
►

W
ith an automatic gearbox, select mode P,
then depress the brake pedal.
►

Press the "
START/STOP" button.
The engine starts.
Back-up switch-off

If the electronic key is not detected or is no
longer in the recognition zone, a message
appears in the instrument panel when closing a
door or trying to switch off the engine.
► To confirm the instruction to switch off the
engine, press the " START/STOP" button for
approximately 5 seconds.
In the event of a fault with the electronic key,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Emergency switch-off
In case of emergency only, the engine can be
switched off without conditions (even when
driving).
► Press the "START/STOP" button for about
5 seconds.
In this case, the steering column locks as soon
as the vehicle stops.