Get Ease of use and comfort Guide for Citroen C4 SUV Second Generation (2010-2018)

Ease of use and comfort

Front seats

Manual adjustments

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.

As a safety measure, seat adjustments

should only be done when stationary.

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Forwards-backwards

Seat height

Seat backrest angle

F

Raise the control and slide the seat

forwards or backwards.

Release the control to lock the position.

F

Pull the control upwards to raise or push

it downwards to lower, as many times as

necessary, to obtain the position required.

F

Turn the control knob to adjust the seat

backrest angle.

F

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Driver's seat electric adjustments

The electrical functions of the driver's seat

are deactivated approximately one minute

after the ignition is switched off.

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.

To reactivate them, switch on the ignition.

Forwards-backwards

Cushion height and angle

Seat backrest angle

F

Push the control forwards or rearwards to

slide the seat.

F

Tilt the rear part of the control upwards or

downwards to obtain the required height.

Tilt the front part of the control upwards or

downwards to obtain the required angle.

F

Tilt the control forwards or rearwards to

adjust the angle of the seat backrest.

F

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Additional adjustments

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Removing a head restraint

Heated seats control

Head restraint height and angle

F

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 and press the lug A at the same time.

With the engine running, the front seats can be

heated separately.

F

To raise a head restraint, pull it upwards.

To lower the head restraint, press the lug A

and the head restraint at the same time.

To adjust the angle of the head restraint, tilt

its lower part forwards or rearwards.

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.

F

1: Low.

2: Medium.

3: High.

The head restraint is fitted with a frame

with notches which prevents it from

lowering; this is a safety device in case

of impact.

Never drive with the head restraints

removed; they must be in place and

adjusted correctly.

The adjustment is correct when the

upper edge of the head restraint is

level with the top of the head.

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Massage function

This function provides a back massage; it only

operates when the engine is running.

Manual lumbar adjustment

Electric lumbar adjustment

F

Turn the knob to obtain the desired level of

lumbar support.

F

Press the front or rear of the control to

F

Press the switch to activate the function.

obtain the desired lumbar support.

The warning lamp on the switch comes on and

the massage function is activated for a period

of 60 minutes. During this time, massage is

performed in 6 cycles of 10 minutes each cycle

(6 minutes of massage followed by 4 minutes

break).

After an hour, the function is automatically

deactivated. The warning lamp in the switch

goes off.

Deactivation

You can deactivate the massage function at

any time by pressing the switch. The movement

in progress continues until the initial non-

massage position is reached.

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Storing driving positions

System which registers the electrical settings

of the driver's seat and door mirrors. It enables

you to store and recall two positions using the

buttons on the side of the driver's seat.

Storing a position

Recalling a stored position

Ignition on or engine running

Using buttons M / 1 / 2

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F

Switch on the ignition.

F

Press button 1 or 2 to recall the

corresponding position.

Adjust your seat and the door mirrors.

Press button M, then press button 1 or 2

within four seconds.

An audible signal confirms that adjustment

is complete.

An audible signal indicates that the position

has been stored.

You can interrupt the current movement

by pressing button M, 1 or 2 or by using

one of the seat controls.

A stored position cannot be recalled

while driving.

Recalling stored positions is

deactivated 45 seconds after switching

off the ignition.

Storing a new position cancels the

previous position.

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Steering wheel adjustment

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.

As a safety measure, these operations

should only be carried out with the

vehicle stationary.

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Mirrors

Door mirrors

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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

Folding

F

Move control A to the right or to the left to

F

From outside: lock the vehicle using the

remote control or the key.

select the corresponding mirror.

Move control B in all four directions to

adjust.

F

From inside: with the ignition on, pull the

control A in the central position rearwards.

Return control A to the central position.

If the mirrors are folded using control A,

they will not unfold when the vehicle is

unlocked. Pull again on control A.

Demisting / Defrosting

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.

If your vehicle is fitted with heated

mirrors, the demisting-defrosting

operates by switching on the

heated rear screen.

As a safety measure, the mirrors should

be adjusted to reduce the blind spots.

For more information on demisting and

defrosting the rear screen, refer to the

corresponding section.

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Automatic tilting in reverse gear

Switching on

System which provides a view of the ground

during parking manoeuvres in reverse gear.

F

With the engine running, engage reverse

gear.

F

Move control A to the right or to the left to

select the corresponding mirror.

The glass of the mirror selected tilts

downwards, in accordance with its

programming.

Programming

F

With the engine running, engage reverse

gear.

Unfolding

F

Select and adjust the left-hand and right-

hand mirrors in succession.

F

From outside: unlock the vehicle using the

remote control or the key.

Switching off

The adjustment is stored immediately.

F

Exit reverse gear and wait ten seconds.

F

From inside: with the ignition on, pull the

control A in the central position rearwards.

or

F

Return control A to the central position.

The mirror glass returns to its initial position.

The mirror glass also returns to its initial

position:

The folding and unfolding of the door

mirrors using the remote control can be

deactivated by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

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if the speed exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h),

if the engine is switched off.

If necessary the mirrors can be folded

manually.

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Rear view mirror

Adjustable mirror providing a central rearward 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...

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Manual day/night model

Adjustment

Automatic day/night model

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.

F

Adjust the mirror so that the glass is

directed correctly in the "day" position.

Day/night position

In order to ensure optimum visibility

during your manoeuvres, the mirror

lightens automatically when reverse

gear is engaged.

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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Ventilation / Heating

Control panel

The controls of this system are grouped

together on control panel A on the centre

console.

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 nozzles to the front footwells.

7. Air outlets to the rear footwells.

Air intake

Air treatment

The incoming air follows various routes

depending on the controls selected by the

driver:

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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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).

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Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning

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

If after an extended stop in sunshine,

guidelines below:

the interior temperature is very

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.

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.

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.

F

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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).

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.

The condensation created by the air

conditioning results in a discharge

of water under the vehicle which is

perfectly normal.

F

Stop & Start

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.

The heating and air conditioning

systems only work when the engine is

running.

To maintain a comfortable temperature

in the passenger compartment, you can

temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start

system.

For more information on Stop & Start,

refer to the corresponding section.

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Advice

Interior settings

Heating or Manual air conditioning

I require...

Recirculation of interior air /

Intake of exterior air

Air distribution

Air flow

Temperature

Manual AC

HOT

COLD

DEMISTING

DEFROSTING

Digital air conditioning: use the automatic mode in preference by pressing the "AUTO" button.

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Manual air conditioning

The air conditioning system operates only with the engine running.

2. Air ﬂow adjustment

3. Air distribution adjustment

This dial is used to increase or

decrease the speed of the air

booster fan.

This dial is used to arrange the distribution of

air in the passenger compartment by combining

several air outlets.

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Windscreen and side windows.

F

Turn the dial from position 1 to position 5 to

obtain a comfortable air flow.

Windscreen, side windows and

F

If you place the air flow control

in position 0, the system is

footwells.

1. Temperature adjustment

deactivated. However, a slight flow

of air, due to the movement of the

vehicle, can still be felt.

Footwells.

F

Turn the dial to select a

position between blue (cold)

and red (hot) so as to adjust

the temperature to your

requirements.

Central and side vents.

Avoid driving too long with the

ventilation off (risk of misting and

deterioration of air quality).

The air distribution can be

adapted by placing the dial in an

intermediate position.

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4. Air intake / Air recirculation

5. Air conditioning On / Off

The intake of exterior air prevents the formation

of mist on the windscreen and side windows.

The recirculation of interior air isolates the

passenger compartment from exterior odours

and smoke.

The air conditioning is designed to

operate effectively in all seasons,

with the windows closed.

Switching on

F

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

indicator lamp comes on.

It enables you to:

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.

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lower the temperature, in summer,

increase the effectiveness of the demisting

in winter, above 3 °C.

This function allows hot or cold air to be

delivered selectively and more quickly.

Return to exterior air intake as soon as possible

to prevent deterioration of the the air quality

and the formation of mist.

Switching off

F

Press the button to recirculate

the interior air. The indicator

lamp comes on to confirm this.

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 permit the intake

of exterior air. The indicator lamp goes off

to confirm this.

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Dual-zone digital air conditioning

The air conditioning system operates when the engine is running.

Automatic operation

When the engine is cold, the air flow will

reach its optimum level progressively,

taking account of the weather and the

desired comfort level so as to avoid too

great a distribution of cold air.

On entering the vehicle, if the interior

temperature is much colder or warmer

than the comfort value, there is no

need to change the value displayed in

order to obtain the comfort required.

The system corrects the difference

in temperature automatically and as

quickly as possible.

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1. Automatic comfort programme

We recommend the use of one of

the three AUTO modes available:

they provide optimised regulation of

the temperature in the passenger

compartment according to the

comfort value that you have

chosen.

This system is designed to operate effectively

in all seasons, with the windows closed.

F

Press the "AUTO" button repeatedly:

-

a first indicator lamp comes on; the

"light" setting mode is selected,

a second indicator lamp comes on; the

"medium" setting mode is selected,

a third indicator lamp comes on; the

"intense" mode setting is selected.

These three modes automatically adjust the

air flow, according to the desired setting, while

also maintaining the desired comfort value.

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Manual operation

If you wish, you can make a different choice

from that offered by the system by changing

a setting. The the "AUTO" indicator lamps go

off; the other functions will still be controlled

automatically.

2. Driver's side adjustment

4. Automatic visibility

programme

For more information on the

3. Passenger's side adjustment

automatic visibility programme,

refer to the "Front demisting -

defrosting" section.

The driver and front passenger can

each adjust the temperature to their

requirements.

F

Pressing the "AUTO" button returns the

system to completely automatic operation.

The value indicated on the display corresponds

to a level of comfort and not to a temperature in

degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.

With Stop & Start, when demisting has

been activated, the STOP mode is not

available.

For maximum cooling or heating of the

passenger compartment, it is possible

to exceed the minimum value 14 or the

maximum value 28.

F

Turn control 2 or 3 to the left or to the right

respectively to decrease or increase this

value.

F

Turn control 2 or 3 to the left

until "LO" is displayed or to the

right until "HI" is displayed.

A setting around the value 21 provides

optimum comfort. However, depending on your

requirements, a setting between 18 and 24 is

normal.

You are advised to avoid a left / right setting

difference of more than 3.

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5. Air conditioning On / Off

6. Air distribution adjustment

7. Air ﬂow adjustment

F

Press this button to switch off

the air conditioning.

F

Press one or more buttons to

direct the air flow towards:

F

Turn this control to the left to

decrease the air flow or to the

right to increase the air flow.

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the windscreen and side

windows (demisting or

defrosting),

Switching the system off could result in

discomfort (humidity, condensation).

The air flow indicator lamps, between the two

fans, come on progressively in relation to the

value requested.

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the outer and centre air

vents,

F

Press this button again to return to

automatic operation of the air conditioning.

The indicator lamp on the "A/C" button

comes on.

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the footwells.

You can combine the three orientations to

obtain the desired air distribution.

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8. Air intake / Air recirculation

9. "REST" function: ventilation

with the engine off

Even with the engine is off, you

can operate the ventilation for a

few minutes.

On switching on the engine

F

Press this button for

-

The control screens come on: the function

is available.

recirculation of the interior

air. The indicator lamp in the

button comes on.

-

Pressing the REST button activates the

ventilation for a few minutes. Activation of

the function is confirmed by the display of

two dashes in the control screens and four

air flow level indicator lamps.

Air recirculation enables the passenger

compartment to be isolated from exterior

odours and smoke.

For example, while you are away from the

vehicle, the passengers can still enjoy some air

circulation without having the engine running.

This function is available after switching on the

ignition, as well as after stopping the engine.

The period that the function is available

depends on the state of charge of the battery.

You can activate the "REST" function while the

air conditioning control screens are on.

F

As soon as possible, press this button

again to permit the intake of outside air and

prevent the formation of condensation. The

indicator lamp in the button goes off.

-

The function can be deactivated and

reactivated if the control screens are on.

The screens go off at the end of this

period.

-

Avoid prolonged operation in interior air

recirculation mode (risk of misting and

deterioration of air quality).

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Switching the system off

F

Turn the air flow control to the

left until all of the indicator

lamps go off.

On stopping the engine

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This switch does not operate the air

conditioning, only the air fan.

-

While the control screens remain on: the

function is available.

This action switches off the air conditioning and

the ventilation.

Temperature related comfort is no longer

assured but a slight flow of air, due to the

movement of the vehicle, can still be felt.

When the "REST" function is activated,

you cannot modify the temperature, air

flow and distribution settings: these are

controlled automatically according to

the ambient temperature.

-

Pressing the REST button activates the

ventilation for a few minutes. Activation of

the function is confirmed by the display of

two dashes in the control screens and four

air flow level indicator lamps.

F

Modify the settings (temperature, air flow

or air distribution) or press the "AUTO"

button to reactivate the system with the

values set before it was switched off.

This function is not available in the

STOP mode of Stop & Start.

Locking the vehicle has no effect on this

function.

-

The control screens go off at the end of this

period.

Pressing again before the end of the period

interrupts off the ventilation definitively: the

control screens go off and the function is

no longer available.

Avoid prolonged operation in interior

air recirculation mode or driving for

long periods with the system off (risk of

misting and deterioration of air quality).

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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.

With manual air

conditioning

With digital dual-zone air

conditioning

F

Put the temperature, air flow and distribution

controls to the dedicated marked position.

Put the air intake control to the "Exterior air

intake" position

Automatic visibility programme

F

Select this programme to demist or defrost

the windscreen and side windows as

quickly as possible.

F

(indicator lamp on the control off).

Switch on the air conditioning by pressing

the "A/C" button; the warning lamp in the

button comes on.

The system automatically manages the air

conditioning, air flow and air intake, and

provides optimum distribution towards the

windscreen and side windows.

F

To stop the programme, press either the

"visibility" button again or "AUTO", the

warning lamp on the button goes off and the

warning lamp on the "AUTO" button comes on.

The system starts again with the values in

use before it was overridden by the visibility

programme.

With Stop & Start, when the demisting,

air conditioning and air flow functions

are activated, STOP mode is not

available.

With Stop & Start, when demisting has

been activated, the STOP mode is not

available.

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Rear screen demist - defrost

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

Switching on

Switching off

The demisting/defrosting switches off

automatically to prevent an excessive

consumption of current.

The rear screen demisting/defrosting can only

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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 goes off.

F

Switch off the demisting/defrosting

of the rear screen and door mirrors

as soon as appropriate, as lower

current consumption results in

reduced fuel consumption.

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Front ﬁttings

1. Grab handle

2. Sun visor

(see details on a following page)

3. Ticket holder

4. Illuminated glove box

(see details on a following page)

5. Door pockets

6. Large open storage box

(without audio system)

or

Small storage box with flap

(with audio system)

7. Small open storage box

(without audio system)

8. USB port / Auxiliary socket

(see details on a following page)

9. 12 V accessory socket

(see details on following pages)

10. Centre armrest with storage

(see details on a following page)

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Sun visor

Illuminated glove box

12 V accessory socket

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Component which protects against sunlight

from the front or the side, also equipped with an

illuminated vanity mirror.

It has dedicated locations for storing a water

bottle, the vehicle's handbook pack...

Its lid has locations for storing a pen, a pair of

glasses, tokens, maps, a cup...

F

To connect a 12 V accessory (max power:

120 W), lift the cover and connect a

suitable adaptor.

F

With the ignition on, raise the concealing

flap; the mirror is illuminated automatically.

F

To open the glove box, raise the handle.

This sun visor is also equipped with a ticket

holder.

The glove box is illuminated when the lid is

opened.

It gives access to the passenger's front airbag

deactivation switch A.

It contains an adjustable ventilation nozzle B,

distributing the same conditioned air as the

vents in the passenger compartment.

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 telephone

reception or interference with displays

in the screens.

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USB Player

When connected to the USB port, the

portable device charges automatically.

While charging, a message is displayed

if the power consumption of the

portable device exceeds the current

delivered by the vehicle.

The USB also allows a telephone to be

connected by a MirrorLink™ connection, so

that use can be made in the touch screen tablet

of certain applications on the telephone.

This connection box comprises a USB port and

a Jack auxiliary socket.

USB port

Jack auxiliary socket

The USB port allows the connection of a

portable device, such as a digital audio player

of the iPod^®type or a USB memory stick.

The USB player reads your audio files, which

are transmitted to your audio system and

played via the vehicle's speakers.

The Jack auxiliary socket allows the connection

of a portable device, such as a digital audio

player, so that your audio files can be heard

through the vehicle's speakers.

The management of these files is from the

portable device.

The management of these files is from the

steering mounted controls or the audio system.

For more information, refer to the

corresponding part of the "Audio and

telematics" section.

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Courtesy lamps

Front and rear courtesy lamps

In this position, the courtesy lamp

comes on gradually:

In permanent lighting mode, the

lighting time varies according to the

circumstances:

-

when the vehicle is unlocked,

when the key is removed from the ignition,

on opening a door,

when the remote control locking button is

used to locate your vehicle.

-

with the ignition off, approximately

ten minutes,

in energy economy mode,

approximately thirty seconds,

with the engine running, unlimited.

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When the courtesy lamp is in the

"permanent lighting" position, the rear

courtesy lamp also comes on, except if

it is in the "permanently off" position.

It switches off gradually:

-

when the vehicle is locked,

when the ignition is switched on,

30 seconds after the last door is closed.

To switch off the rear courtesy lamp, put it in

the the "permanently off" position.

Permanently off.

Front and rear map reading

lamps

Permanent lighting.

1. Front courtesy lamp

2. Front map reading lamps

3. Rear courtesy lamp

F

With the ignition on, press the

corresponding switch.

4. Rear map reading lamps

Take care not to put anything in contact

with the courtesy lamps.

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Interior mood lighting

The dimmed passenger compartment lighting improves visibility in the vehicle when the light is

poor.

Switching on

At night, two interior mood lamps in the front

courtesy lamp come on automatically when the

sidelamps are switched on.

Switching off

The interior mood lighting switches off

automatically when the sidelamps are

switched off.

It can be switched off manually by adjusting the

instrument panel lighting rheostat button to one

of the lowest settings.

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Panoramic sunroof

Your vehicle is fitted with a tinted glass panoramic sunroof which increases the light and visibility in the

passenger compartment. Its electric blind helps control the temperature in the passenger compartment.

Electric blind

Reinitialising the system

Following reconnection of the battery, or in the

event of a malfunction in its operation, it may

be necessary to reinitialise the system:

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F

turn the dial to the fully closed position,

then immediately press the dial, closing

starts after about 10 seconds,

F

maintain pressure on the dial until the blind

has fully closed.

The anti-pinch function is inoperative

during these operations.

The blind is controlled electrically by a rotary

dial.

If the position of the blind does not agree with

the position indicated by the dial, press the dial

to open the blind to this position.

In the event of contact during operation

of the blind, you must reverse its

movement. To do this, turn the dial.

When the driver operates the dial, they

must ensure that nothing prevents the

blind from closing correctly.

The driver must ensure that the

passengers use the blind correctly.

Be aware of children during operation

of the blind.

Opening

Turn the dial to the left (four possible settings).

Safety anti-pinch

If the blind encounters an obstacle during

closing, it stops and partially opens again.

If the blind fails to close at a second attempt,

it may be necessary to force the closing of the

blind using the reinitialisation procedure.

Closing

Return the dial to the initial position.

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Centre consoles

Low version

Semi-raised version

1. Storage pocket

2. Cup holder

3. Large open storage box

1. Front armrest

(see details on following pages)

2. Open storage

3. Cup holder

4. Storage pocket

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Tall version

1. Front armrest

(see details on following pages)

2. 12 V accessory socket

(see details on following pages)

3. Storage box

4. Cup holder / Bottle holder

5. Storage pocket or START/STOP button

(depending on version)

3

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Front armrest

Comfort and storage system for the driver and front passenger.

The height and length of the armrest cover can be adjusted.

Height adjustment

Longitudinal adjustment

Storage

F

Raise the cover to the required position

(low, intermediate or high).

If you raise the cover slightly beyond the

high position, guide it when lowering it to

the low position.

F

Slide the cover fully forwards or rearwards.

There is a storage space below the cover of

the armrest. Depending on equipment, this can

contain a 230 V / 50 Hz socket and the back-up

reader for the electronic key of the Keyless

Entry and Starting system.

F

Raise the lever.

Raise the cover fully.

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Front armrest

Comfort and storage system for the driver and front passenger.

The length of the armrest cover can be adjusted.

3

Longitudinal adjustment

Storage

F

To move forwards, raise the lever.

The armrest slides forwards to its stop.

To stow it, slide it fully back and press

down to lock it.

There is a storage space below the cover of

the armrest. Depending on equipment, this can

contain the back-up reader for the electronic

key of the Keyless Entry and Starting system.

F

Raise the cover fully.

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230 V / 50 Hz power socket

Connect only one device at a time to

the socket (no extension or multi-way

connector).

Connect only devices with class II

insulation (shown on the device).

As a safety measure, when electrical

consumption is high and when required

by the vehicle's electrical system

(particular weather conditions, electrical

overload...), the power supply to the

socket will be cut off; the green warning

lamp goes off.

A 230 V / 50 Hz socket (maximum power:

120 W) is fitted to the centre console.

To use the socket:

F

lift the front armrest cover for access to its

compartment,

F

check that the warning lamp is on green,

connect your multimedia or other electrical

device (telephone charger, laptop

computer, CD-DVD player, baby food

warmer...).

This socket works with the engine running, as

well as in STOP mode on Stop & Start.

In the event of a fault with the socket, the green

warning lamp flashes.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

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Mats

Removal

To remove the mat on the driver's side:

To avoid any risk of jamming of the

pedals:

-

only use mats which are suited to

F

move the seat as far back as possible,

unclip the fixings,

remove the mat.

the fixings already present in the

vehicle; these fixings must be used,

never fit one mat on top of another.

3

-

The use of mats not approved by

CITROËN may interfere with access to

the pedals and hinder the operation of

the cruise control / speed limiter.

The mats approved by CITROËN have

two fixings located below the seat.

Fitting

Reﬁtting

When fitting the mat for the first time, on the

driver's side use only the fixings provided in the

wallet attached.

The other mats are simply placed on the

carpet.

To refit the mat on the driver's side:

F

position the mat correctly,

refit the fixings by pressing,

check that the mat is secured correctly.

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Storage drawers

Located under each front seat, except for the driver's seat on versions with electric seat.

Removal

Avoid removing the drawer completely, as

refitting it is not easy.

F

Open the drawer fully.

Pull the drawer upwards to disengage it.

Opening

Reﬁtting

F

Raise the front of the drawer and pull it open.

However, if it has been completely removed, to

put it back in place:

F

use the torch to illuminate the area under

the seat,

Do not place heavy objects in the

drawer.

F

engage the drawer in its runners,

lift the retaining tongues and slide the

drawer under these tongues,

at the end of its travel, press down on the

drawer to engage it.

F

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Rear seats

Bench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and split backrests (1/3 - 2/3) which can be folded

individually to adapt the load space in the boot.

Rear head restraints

These have one position for use (up) and a

Folding the backrest

stowed position (down).

3

F

Move the corresponding front seat forward

if necessary.

Position the seat belt between the outer

and centre head restraints to avoid

trapping the belt when repositioning the

seat backrest.

F

Pull control 1 forwards to release the seat

back 2.

Fold the seat back 2 on to the cushion.

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.

F

Place the head restraints in the low

position.

Never drive with the head restraints

removed; they must be in place and

correctly adjusted.

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Repositioning the seat backrest

F

Straighten the seat back 2 and secure it.

Check that the red indicator, located next to

the control 1, is no longer visible.

Put the seat belt back in place on the side

of the seat backrest.

F

When repositioning the seat backrest,

take care not to trap the seat belts.

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Rear ﬁttings

12 V accessory socket

Rear armrest

Ski flap

Comfort system for the rear passengers.

Arrangement for storing and transporting long

objects.

3

F

To connect a 12 V accessory (max power:

120 W), lift the cover and connect a

suitable adaptor.

F

Lower the rear armrest for a more

comfortable position.

Opening

F

Lower the rear armrest.

Pull the flap handle downwards.

Lower the flap.

This also gives access to the ski flap.

Load the objects from inside the boot.

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Boot ﬁttings

1. Rear parcel shelf

(see details on a following page)

2. Hooks

(see details on a following page)

3. 12 V accessory socket

(see details on a following page)

4. Torch

(see details on following pages)

5. Lashing rings

6. Storage box

(see details on following pages)

7. Retaining straps

8. Storage net

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Rear parcel shelf

Hooks

3

To remove the shelf:

The hooks can be used to secure shopping

bags.

Access to the storage box

F

unhook the two cords,

raise the shelf slightly, then remove it.

There are several options for storing the shelf:

-

either upright behind the front seats,

or flat at the base of the boot.

An additional hook under the shelf is

used to hold up the boot floor using its

cord, to facilitate access to the tools

and spare wheel or the temporary

puncture repair kit...

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12 V accessory socket

Torch

Operation

This torch operates with NiMH type

rechargeable batteries.

It has a battery life of approximately 45 minutes

and charges while you are driving.

Observe the polarities when fitting the

rechargeable batteries.

Never replace the rechargeable batteries

with normal disposable batteries.

This is a removable lamp, fitted in the boot

wall, which can be used to light the boot or as

a torch.

For information on the boot lamp, refer to the

corresponding section.

F

To connect a 12 V accessory (max power:

120 W), remove the cap and connect an

appropriate adaptor.

Turn the key to the ignition on position.

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Storage box

3

F

Raise the boot carpet for access to the

storage box.

Use

Storing

F

Extract the torch from its location pulling it

upwards.

F

Put the torch back in place in its location

This has areas for the storage of a box of spare

bulbs, a first aid kit, two warning triangles...

It also contains the vehicle tools, the temporary

puncture repair kit...

starting with the lower part.

If you have forgotten to switch off the torch,

this switches it off automatically.

Press the switch, located on the back, to

switch the torch on or off.

Unfold the support, located on the back, to

set down and raise the torch; for example,

when changing a wheel.

If the torch is not engaged correctly, it

may not charge and may not come on

when the boot is opened.

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Boot lamp

This comes on automatically when the boot is

opened and goes off automatically when the

boot is closed.

The lighting time varies according to the

circumstances:

-

when the ignition is off, approximately

ten minutes,

in energy economy mode,

approximately thirty seconds,

when the engine is running, no limit.

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Luggage cover (enterprise version)

Installation

Stowage

3

F

Insert the fixings A on the frame B while

unrolling the luggage cover.

F

Roll up the luggage cover near the rear

seats.

Removal

F

Unhook all of the fixings.

F

Lift the luggage cover on each side.

Do not place hard or heavy objects on

the luggage cover.

They could become dangerous

projectiles in the event of sudden

braking or a collision.

This conceals the interior of the vehicle in

combination with your rear parcel shelf.

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