Get Comfort Guide for Citroen C3 SUV Second Generation (2009-2016)

Comfort

Ventilation

Air intake

The air circulating in the passenger compartment

is filtered and originates either from the

outside via the grille located at the base of the

windscreen or from the inside in air recirculation

mode.

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Air treatment

The incoming air follows various routes

depending on the controls selected by the

driver:

-

direct arrival in the passenger

compartment (air intake),

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passage through a heating circuit (heating),

passage through a cooling circuit (air

conditioning).

The temperature control enables you to obtain

the level of comfort required by mixing the air of

the various circuits.

The air distribution control enables you to

diffuse the air in the passenger compartment

combining several air vents.

Control panel

Air distribution

1. Windscreen demisting-defrosting vents.

2. Front side window demisting-defrosting

vents.

3. Side adjustable air vents.

4. Central adjustable air vents.

5. Air outlets to the front footwells.

6. Air outlets to the rear footwells.

The controls of this system are grouped

together on control panel A on the centre

console. depending on the model, the

functions offered are:

The air flow control enables you to increase or

reduce the speed of the ventilation blower.

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the level of comfort required,

air flow,

air distribution,

demisting-defrosting,

manual or digital air conditioning controls.

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If after an extended stop in sunshine,

the interior temperature is very

Recommendations for ventilation and

high, first ventilate 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.

The air conditioning system does not

contain chlorine and does not present

any danger to the ozone layer.

air conditioning

In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance

guidelines below:

F

To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles

located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well

as the air extractor located in the boot.

F

Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation

of the 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.

Ensure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter

elements replaced regularly.

The condensation created by the air

conditioning results in a discharge

of water under the vehicle which is

perfectly normal.

We recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its

special active additive, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the

occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment (reduction of allergic

symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).

F

To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have

it checked regularly as recommended in the maintenance and warranty guide.

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 and so improves the towing ability.

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Heating / Ventilation Manual air

conditioning

The heating / ventilation or air conditioning

systems operates with the engine running,

as well as in STOP mode with Stop & Start.

Manual control panel

3

1. Temperature adjustment

F

Turn the dial from blue

(cold) to red (hot) to adjust

the temperature to your

requirements.

2. Air ﬂow adjustment

F

Turn the dial from position 1

to position 5 to obtain a

comfortable air flow.

Electric control panel

F

If you place the air flow control

in position 0 (deactivation of the

system), the temperature is no

longer maintained at a comfortable

level. However, a slight flow of air,

due to the movement of the vehicle,

can still be felt.

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3. Air distribution adjustment

4. Air intake / Air recirculation

5. Air conditioning On / Off

Windscreen and side windows.

The intake of exterior air avoids the formation

of mist on the windscreen and side windows.

The recirculation of interior air insulates the

passenger compartment from exterior odours

and smoke.

Return to exterior air intake as soon as possible

to prevent deterioration of the air quality and

the formation of mist.

The air conditioning is designed to

operate effectively in all seasons,

with the windows closed.

Windscreen, side windows and

footwells.

It enables you to:

-

lower the temperature, in summer,

increase the effectiveness of the demisting

in winter, above 3 °C.

Footwells.

Manual control panel

Switching on

F

Press the "A/C" button, the button's

indicator lamp comes on.

F

Move the manual control

to the left to be in the

"recycling interior air"

position.

Central and side vents.

The air conditioning does not operate

when the air flow adjustment control 2

is in position "0".

To obtain cooled air more quickly, you

can use recirculation of interior air for a

few moments. Then return to fresh air

intake.

The air distribution can be adapted

by placing the dial in an intermediate

position.

F

Move the manual control

to the right to return to the

"fresh air intake" position.

Electric control panel

Press the button to recirculate

F

the interior air. The indicator

lamp comes on to confirm this.

Switching off

F

Press the "A/C" button again, the button's

indicator lamp goes off.

Switching off may affect comfort levels

(humidity, condensation).

F

Press the button again to allow fresh air

into the passenger compartment. The

indicator lamp goes off to confirm this.

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Front demist - defrost

These markings on the control panel indicate the control positions for rapid demisting or

defrosting of the windscreen and side windows.

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With the heating /

ventilation system

With the manual air

conditioning system

F

Put the temperature and air flow controls to

the dedicated marked position.

Put the air intake control to the "Exterior air

intake" position

F

Put the temperature and air flow controls to

the dedicated marked position.

Put the air intake control to the "Exterior air

intake" position

F

(manual control to the right or electric

control with indicator lamp off).

Put the air distribution control to the

"Windscreen" position.

(manual control to the right or electric

control with indicator lamp off).

Put the air distribution control to the

"Windscreen" position.

Switch on the air conditioning by pressing

the "A/C" button; the associated green

warning lamp comes on.

F

With Stop & Start, when the demisting,

air conditioning and air flow functions

are activated, SToP mode is not

available.

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digital air conditioning

The air conditioning operates when the engine is running, as well as in STOP mode with Stop & Start.

3. Automatic "visibility"

programme

For your comfort, when the engine is

switched off, the settings are retained

until the engine is switched on again.

To prevent too great a distribution of

cold air when the engine is cold, the air

flow will only reach its optimum level

gradually.

The automatic comfort programme may

not be sufficient for rapid demisting or

defrosting of the windscreen and side

windows (humidity, several passengers,

ice, etc.).

In this case, select the automatic visibility

programme. The button 3 indicator lamp comes

on.

The system automatically controls the air

conditioning and the flow of air and provides

optimum air distribution to the windscreen and

side windows. It deactivates air recirculation 5.

To exit this programme, press button 3 again or

"AUTO", the indicator lamp on the button goes

off and "AUTO" is displayed.

2. Temperature adjustment

The value indicated on the display corresponds

to a level of comfort and not to a temperature in

degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Automatic operation

Press the "5" and "6" buttons to

change this value. a setting around

the value 21 enables optimum

1. Automatic "comfort"

programme

comfort to be obtained. However,

depending on your requirements, a

setting between 18 and 24 is usual.

Press the "AUTO" button.

The "AUTO" symbol is displayed.

Manual override

It is possible to adjust one or more functions

manually while leaving the other functions in

automatic mode.

We recommend that you use this mode.

The "AUTO" symbol switches off.

To return to automatic mode, press the

"AUTO" button.

on entering the vehicle, if the interior

is very cold or hot, there is no need to

change the value displayed in order

to reach the required level of comfort.

The system corrects the temperature

difference automatically and as quickly

as possible.

It provides optimised automatic control of

all of the following functions: passenger

compartment temperature, air flow, air

distribution and air intake, in accordance with

the comfort value that you have chosen.

This system is designed to operate effectively

in all seasons, with the windows closed.

Switching to manual mode may not be

suitable (temperature, humidity, odour,

condensation) and does not provide

optimum comfort.

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Press this button again or press the "AUTO"

button to resume automatic management of

the intake of air. The air recirculation symbol 5

goes off.

7. Air ﬂow adjustment

For maximum cooling or heating of the

cabin, it is possible to go beyond the

minimum 14 or maximum 28 values.

Press the "full fan" button to

increase the air flow.

3

F

Press the blue button 2 until "LO"

is displayed or the red button 2

until "HI" is displayed.

The air flow symbol, the fan, fills progressively

according to the value requested.

avoid prolonged recirculation of interior

air (risk of condensation or deterioration

of the air quality).

Press the "empty fan" button to

decrease the air flow.

4. Air conditioning on/off

Switching the system off

Press this button to switch off the air

conditioning.

6. Air distribution adjustment

Press the air flow "empty fan"

button 7 until the fan symbol

disappears.

Pressing this button several times in

succession enables the air flow to be

directed in turn towards:

Stopping the air conditioning may cause some

problems (humidity, misting).

automatic operation of the air conditioning is

resumed when the button is pressed again.

The symbol "A/C" is displayed.

This action switches off all of the functions of

the air conditioning system.

Thermal comfort is no longer controlled.

A slight flow of air resulting from the movement

of the vehicle, remains perceptible however.

Pressing the air flow "full fan" button 7 or on

"AUTO" reactivates the system with the values

set before it was switched off.

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the windscreen and the side windows

(demisting or defrosting),

the windscreen, side windows and air

vents,

the windscreen, the side windows, the air

vents and the footwells,

the windscreen, the side windows and the

footwells,

5. Air intake / Air recirculation

Press this button for recirculation of

the interior air. The air recirculation

symbol 5 is displayed.

Avoid driving for long periods with the air

conditioning switched off (risk of misting

and reduction of the air quality in the cabin).

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the footwells,

the air vents and the footwells,

the air vents.

air recirculation enables the passenger compartment

to be isolated from exterior odours and smoke.

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Comfort

Rear screen demist - defrost

The control button is located on the heating or air conditioning system control panel.

Switching on

Switching off

The demisting/defrosting switches off

automatically to prevent an excessive

consumption of current.

If the engine is switched off before the

demisting/defrosting is switched off

automatically, demisting/defrosting will

resume next time the engine is switched on.

The rear screen demisting/defrosting can only

operate when the engine is running.

F

Press this button to demist/defrost the

rear screen and (depending on version)

the door mirrors. The indicator lamp

associated with the button comes on.

F

It is possible to stop the demisting/

defrosting operation before it is switched

off automatically by pressing the button

again. The indicator lamp associated with

the button switches off.

Switch off the demisting/defrosting

of the rear screen and door mirrors

as soon as appropriate, as reducing

electrical power consumption results in

reduced fuel consumption.

With Stop & Start, when demisting has

been activated, the SToP mode is not

available.

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Comfort

Scented air freshener

This diffuses a fragrance in the passenger compartment, by means of the adjustment dial and the

various fragrance cartridges available.

Adjustment dial

Fragrance cartridge

This cartridge can be removed easily. The

first time it is used, replace the plug with a real

cartridge.

You can change it at any time and store it in the

sealed case which keeps it closed once it has

been opened.

Removing the cartridge

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F

Press the dial and turn it a quarter of a turn

anti-clockwise.

F

Remove the cartridge.

Refit its sealing case.

You can obtain different fragrance cartridges

from a CITRoËn dealer or a qualified

workshop.

do not discard the original cartridge as

this serves as a plug when no fragrance

cartridge is in use.

In order to preserve the service life

of the cartridge, turn the dial fully to

the left when you no longer wish to

diffuse the fragrance in the passenger

compartment.

This dial is located on the dashboard.

It allows you to adjust the intensity of diffusion

of the fragrance.

F

Turn the dial to the right to permit diffusion

of the fragrance.

F

Turn the dial to the left to stop diffusion of

the fragrance.

as a safety precaution, do not carry

out any action on the cartridge while

driving.

do not dismantle the cartridges.

do not attempt to refill the fragrance

diffuser or the cartridges.

Leave the central vents open.

The intensity of diffusion of the

fragrance may depend on the

ventilation or air conditioning settings.

Fitting the cartridge

F

Remove the cartridge from the sealing

case.

F

Install the cartridge (flower at top left).

Press the dial and turn it a quarter of a turn

clockwise.

Avoid all contact with the skin and eyes.

keep out of reach of children and

animals.

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Comfort

Front seats

Seat consisting of a seat cushion, a seat back and a head restraint which can all be adjusted to

adapt your position for ease of driving and comfort.

Adjustments

Forwards-backwards

Height

Seat backrest angle

F

Raise the control and slide the seat

F

Pull the control upwards to raise or push

F

Push the control rearwards.

forwards or backwards.

it downwards to lower, as many times as

required, to obtain the position required.

Before moving the seat backwards, ensure that there is nothing that might prevent the full travel of the seat, so as to avoid the risk of of jamming

the seat caused by the presence of objects on the floor behind the seat or rear passengers. If the seat jams, stop the movement immediately.

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Additional adjustments

Head restraint height

Heated seats control

With the engine running, the front seats can be

heated separately.

The head restraint is fitted with a frame

with notches which prevents it from

lowering; this is a safety device in case

of impact.

The adjustment is correct when the

upper edge of the head restraint is

level with the top of the head.

Never drive with the head restraints

removed; they must be in place and

adjusted correctly.

F

To raise the head restraint, pull it forwards

and upwards at the same time.

To remove the head restraint, press the lug A

and pull the head restraint upwards.

To put the head restraint back in place, engage

the head restraint stems in the openings

keeping them in line with the seat back.

To lower the head restraint, press the lug A

and the head restraint at the same time.

F

Use the adjustment dial, placed on the side

of each front seat, to switch on and select

the level of heating required:

0: off.

1: Low.

2: Medium.

3: High.

F

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Rear seats

Bench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and split backrest (right hand 2/3, left hand 1/3) to adjust the load space in the boot.

Rear head restraints

These have one position for use (up) and a

stowed position (down).

Folding the backrest

Repositioning the seat backrest

F

Move the corresponding front seat forward if necessary.

Check that the seat belt is positioned correctly on the

side of the seat backrest.

F

Straighten the seat backrest 2 and secure it.

Check that the red indicator, located next to

the control 1, is no longer visible.

F

Place the head restraints in the low position.

They can also be removed.

To remove a head restraint:

F

release the backrest using control 1,

tilt the backrest 2 slightly forwards,

pull the head restraint upwards to the stop,

then, press the lug A.

When repositioning the seat backrest,

take care not to trap the seat belts.

With passengers in the rear seats,

never drive with the head restraints

removed; they must be in place and

correctly adjusted.

F

Pull control 1 forwards to release the seat

backrest 2.

Fold the seat backrest 2 on to the cushion.

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Comfort

Mirrors

Door mirrors

Folding

F

From outside: lock the vehicle using the

remote control or the key.

From inside: with the ignition on, with the

control A in the central position, pull it

downwards.

3

F

If the mirrors are folded using control A,

they will not unfold when the vehicle is

unlocked. Pull again on control A.

Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass

permitting the lateral rearward vision necessary

for overtaking or parking. They can also be

folded for parking in confined spaces.

Adjustment

F

Move control A to the right or to the left to

Unfolding

select the corresponding mirror.

Move control B in all four directions to

adjust.

F

From outside: unlock the vehicle using the

remote control or the key.

Return control A to the central position.

F

From inside: with the ignition on, with the

control A in the central position, pull it

downwards.

Demisting - Defrosting

If your vehicle is fitted with heated mirrors, the

demisting-defrosting operates by switching on

the heated rear screen.

Refer to the "Rear screen demist-defrost"

section.

as a safety measure, the mirrors should

be adjusted to reduce the blind spots.

The folding and unfolding of the door

mirrors using the remote control can be

deactivated by a CITRoËn dealer or a

qualified workshop.

never fold or unfold the electric folding

mirrors manually.

The objects observed are, in reality,

closer than they appear.

Take this into account in order to

correctly judge the distance of vehicles

approaching from behind.

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Steering wheel adjustment

Rear view mirror

Adjustable mirror providing a central rearward

Automatic day/night model

view.

Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which

darkens the mirror glass and reduces the

nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,

headlamps from other vehicles...

Manual day/night model

F

When stationary, pull the control lever to

release the adjustment mechanism.

adjust the height and reach to suit your

driving position.

Push the control lever to lock the

adjustment mechanism.

By means of a sensor, which measures the

light from the rear of the vehicle, this system

automatically and progressively changes

between the day and night uses.

Adjustment

In order to ensure optimum visibility

during your manoeuvres, the mirror

lightens automatically when reverse

gear is engaged.

as a safety precaution, these

operations should only be carried out

with the vehicle stationary.

F

adjust the mirror so that the glass is

directed correctly in the "day" position.

Day / night position

F

Pull the lever to change to the "night" anti-

dazzle position.

F

Push the lever to change to the normal

"day" position.

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audio pre-equipment

fitted audio equipment:

Your vehicle is equipped with certain factory-

Fitting an audio unit

The audio unit is fitted in place of one of the

storage boxes located below the heating and

air conditioning control panel.

Fitting speakers

It is possible to fit:

-

a dual-function aerial at the rear of the roof,

a coaxial aerial cable,

basic interference suppression,

cabling for speakers in the front doors and

tweeters in the dashboard,

-

165 mm diameter speakers in the front

doors,

130 mm diameter speakers in the rear

doors,

3

22.5 mm diameter tweeters in the top of the

-

cabling for speakers in the rear doors

a 40-way connector.

dashboard.

F

Unclip the storage box on each side using

a screwdriver and pull out.

You will then have access to an aerial coaxial

cable and a 40-way connector.

Then refer to the instructions provided with

your audio unit.

before installing a radio unit or

speakers in your vehicle, you can

contact a CITROËN dealer who will

give you the part number for a suitable

wiring harness.

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Connector lines

A1

(+) Right hand rear speaker

Never use a separate wire to connect

the (+) of your audio equipment (risk of

discharging of the battery).

A2

(+) Right hand front speaker and tweeter

A3

(+) Left hand front speaker and tweeter

A4

(+) Left hand rear speaker

A5

(-) Right hand rear speaker

A6

(-) Right hand front speaker and tweeter

A7

(-) Left hand front speaker and tweeter

a8

(-) Left hand rear speaker

a9

not used

A10

A11

A12

A13

A14

A15

A16

not used

(+) Permanent

not used

(+) Ignition switched (operation of the audio system only with the ignition on)

Earth

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accessories

A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.

These accessories and parts are all suitable for your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.

"Transport solutions":

"Security and safety":

anti-theft alarm, wheel security bolts, stolen

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Conversion kits

You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to convert a

trade vehicle to a private car and vice-versa.

boot tray, boot carpet, boot net, boot

containers, transverse roof bars, bicycle

carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes, towbars, towbar

wiring harnesses...

vehicle tracking system, breathalyser, first aid

kit, warning triangle, high visibility vest, dog

guard, snow chains, non-slip covers, foglamps

kit, child seats and booster cushions, pet

transport protectors...

If a towbar and wiring are fitted outside

the CITROËN dealer network, this must

be done making use of the vehicle's

electrical pre-equipment and following

the manufacturer's recommendations.

"Comfort"

sun blinds, door deflectors, insulated module,

smoking kit, fragrance cartridges, front centre

armrest, moveable mirror, reading lamp,

front and rear parking sensors, cup holder,

coat hanger for head restraint, solar film for

windows, security film for windows...

"Protection":

mats*, mudflaps, seat covers, door sill

protectors, bumper protection strips, vehicle

protective cover, side protectors, boot mat, boot

liner...

"Style":

leather steering wheel, gear lever knobs,

front spoiler, rear diffuser, bumper trims, front

foglamp trims, parking brake lever trims,

aluminium footrest, alloy wheels, wheel trims,

chrome tailgate finisher, chrome tailpipe

finisher, chrome mirror shells, chrome door

handles ...

*

To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:

-

ensure that the mat is positioned and

secured correctly,

-

never fit one mat on top of another.

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"Multimedia":

depending on the legislation in force in

the country, certain safety equipment

may be compulsory: high visibility

safety vests, warning triangles,

breathalyzers, spare bulbs, spare fuses,

fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud flaps

at the rear of the vehicle.

Installation of radio

communication

transmitters

bluetooth^®hands-free kit, support for

bluetooth^®hands-free kit, audio systems with

steering controls interface, portable satellite

navigation system, semi-integral portable

navigation system carrier, mapping updates

for integral navigation system, dVd player,

auxiliary cable for connecting a portable MP3

player, USB Box, Hi-Fi module, speakers, Wi-Fi

on board, rear multimedia support, telephone/

smartphone support, 230 V socket, telephone

charge compatible with iPhone...

before installing any after-market radio

communication transmitter, you can

contact a CITRoËn dealer for the

specification of transmitters which can

be fitted (frequency, maximum power,

aerial position, specific installation

requirements), in line with the Vehicle

Electromagnetic Compatibility

The fitting of electrical equipment or

accessories which are not recommended

by CITRoËn may result in a failure of

your vehicle's electronic system and

excessive electrical consumption.

Contact a CITRoËn dealer

for information on the range of

recommended equipment and

accessories.

Directive (2004/104/EC).

by going to a CITRoËn dealer, you can also

obtain cleaning and maintenance products

(interior and exterior) - including ecological

products in the "TECHnaTURE" range -

products for topping up (screenwash fluid...),

touch up pens and paint aerosols for the exact

colour of your vehicle, recharges (cartridge for

the temporary puncture repair kit...), ...

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Comfort for Your Citroen C3 SUV Second Generation (2009-2016)

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