Get Comfort Guide for Citroen Ds3 SUV Second Generation (2018-2025)

Comfort

Front seats

Seat consisting of a seat cushion, a backrest and a head restraint which can all be adjusted to adapt your position for ease of driving and comfort.

Manual adjustments

Forwards-backwards adjustment

Height adjustment

Backrest angle adjustment

F

Raise the control and slide the seat

forwards or backwards.

F

Pull the control upwards to raise or push

it downwards to lower, as many times as

required, to obtain the position required.

F

Push the control rearwards.

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 adjustment

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 upwards.

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.

F

Use the adjustment dial, placed on the side

F

of each front seat, to switch on and select

the level of heating required:

0: Off.

1: Low.

2: Medium.

3: High.

To lower the head restraint, press the lug A

and the head restraint at the same time.

F

To return the seat to its initial position, push

the backrest rearwards.

If any difficulty is encountered,

simultaneously push rearwards the

seat backrest angle control lever

(located at the bottom of the backrest)

and the backrest.

Access to the rear seats

grab handle

This easy to use handle, located at the top of

No person or object should prevent the

seat slide from returning to its initial

position; the return to this position is

necessary for longitudinal locking.

Check that the seat belt has reeled in

correctly so as to not impede access to

the rear seats for passengers.

F

Pull the control upwards to fold the seat

back and move the seat forward.

the side trim:

-

provides a means of support for the outer

rear passengers when moving,

provides a hand hold to ease access to the

rear seats,

Ensure that you use only the

appropriate control lever, located at the

top of the backrest.

facilitates exit from the rear seats.

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RACING front seats

Seat consisting of a seat cushion and backrest which can be adjusted to adapt your position for maximum ease of driving and comfort.

Manual adjustments

Forwards-backwards adjustment

Height adjustment

Backrest angle adjustment

F

Lift the control and slide the seat forwards

or backwards.

F

Pull the handle upwards to raise or push

it downwards to lower, as many times as

necessary to obtain the required position.

F

Push the handle towards the rear and move

the seat backrest forwards or backwards.

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.

Additional adjustments

Access to rear seats

grab handle

F

Pull the handle forwards to fold the seat

backrest and move the seat forwards.

On repositioning, the seat returns to its

initial position.

This ergonomic grab handle, located at the top

of the side trim, serves:

-

as a handle to steady rear passengers

when driving,

as a grip to improve access to the rear

seats,

No person or object must prevent the

seat slide from returning to its initial

position; return to this position is

necessary for the seat to lock in place.

Ensure that the seat belt reels in

correctly to avoid hindering access for

the passengers to the rear seats.

to facilitate exit from the rear seats.

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Rear seats

Bench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and 1/3 - 2/3 split folding backrest to vary the load space in the boot.

Folding the backrest

Repositioning 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.

When repositioning the seat backrest,

take care not to trap the seat belts.

F

Move the corresponding front seat forward

if necessary.

Check that the seat belt is positioned

correctly on the side of the seat backrest.

Place the head restraints in the low

position.

F

Pull control 1 forwards to release the seat

backrest 2.

Fold the seat backrest 2 on to the cushion.

Steering wheel adjustment

Rear head restraints

These have one position for use (up) and a

stowed position (down).

They can also be removed.

To remove a head restraint:

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.

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.

As a safety precaution, these

operations should only be carried out

with the vehicle stationary.

Never drive with the head restraints

removed; they must be in place and

correctly adjusted.

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Mirrors

door mirrors

Folding

F

From outside: lock the vehicle using the

remote control or the key.

F

From inside: with the ignition on, pull the

control A in the central position rearwards.

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

Unfolding

F

Move control A to the right or to the left to

F

From outside: unlock the vehicle using the

select the corresponding mirror.

Move control B in all four directions to

adjust.

remote control or the key.

F

From inside: with the ignition on, pull the

control A in the central position rearwards.

Return control A to the central position.

demisting - defrosting

The folding and unfolding of the door

mirrors using the remote control can be

deactivated by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

If necessary the mirrors can be folded

manually.

If your vehicle is fitted with heated

mirrors, the demisting-defrosting

operates by switching on the heated

rear screen.

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.

Refer to the "Rear screen demist-defrost"

section.

Rear view mirror

Adjustable mirror providing a central rearward

view.

Manual day/night model

Automatic day/night model

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...

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

As a safety measure, the mirrors

should be adjusted to reduce the blind

spots.

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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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.

Air treatment

The incoming air follows various routes

depending on the controls selected by the

driver:

-

direct arrival in the passenger

compartment (air intake),

-

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 Control panel

the various circuits.

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

The air distribution control enables you to

diffuse the air in the passenger compartment

combining several air vents.

The air flow control enables you to increase or

reduce the speed of the ventilation blower.

together on control panel A on the centre

console. Depending on the model, the

functions offered are:

-

the level of comfort required,

air flow,

air distribution,

demisting-defrosting,

manual or digital air conditioning controls.

Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning

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

guidelines below:

If after an extended stop in sunshine,

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

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.

The condensation created by the air

conditioning results in a discharge

of water under the vehicle which is

perfectly normal.

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Heating / Ventilation

Manual control panel

Electric control panel

Manual air conditioning

Manual control panel

Electric control panel

The heating / ventilation or air conditioning systems operates with the engine running, as well as in STOP mode with Stop & Start.

1. Temperature adjustment

3. Air distribution adjustment

4. Air intake / Air recirculation

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.

F

Turn the dial from blue

(cold) to red (hot) to adjust

the temperature to your

requirements.

Windscreen, side windows and

Return to exterior air intake as soon as possible

to prevent deterioration of the air quality and

the formation of mist.

footwells.

2. Air ﬂow adjustment

Footwells.

F

Turn the dial from position 1

to position 5 to obtain a

comfortable air flow.

Manual control panel

F

Move the manual control to

the left to be in the "recycling

interior air" position.

Central and side vents.

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.

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.

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5. Air conditioning On / Off

Switching on

F

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

indicator lamp comes on.

Electric control panel

Press the button to recirculate

The air conditioning is designed to

operate effectively in all seasons,

with the windows closed.

F

the interior air. The indicator

lamp comes on to confirm this.

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.

It enables you to:

-

lower the temperature, in summer,

increase the effectiveness of the demisting

in winter, above 3 °C.

F

Press the button again to allow fresh air

into the passenger compartment. The

indicator lamp goes off 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).

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.

Digital air conditioning

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

Automatic operation

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.

3. Automatic "visibility"

programme

The automatic comfort programme

may not be sufficient for rapid

demisting or defrosting of the

windscreen and side windows

(humidity, several passengers, ice,

etc.).

1. Automatic "comfort"

programme

2. Temperature adjustment

In this case, select the automatic visibility

programme. The button 3 indicator lamp

comes on.

The value indicated on the display corresponds

to a level of comfort and not to a temperature in

degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Press the "AUTO" button.

The "AUTO" symbol is displayed.

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.

Press the "5" and "6" buttons to

change this value. A setting around

the value 21 enables optimum

comfort to be obtained. However,

depending on your requirements, a

setting between 18 and 24 is usual.

We recommend that you use this mode.

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.

With Stop & Start, when demisting has

been activated, the STOP mode is not

available.

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Manual override

It is possible to adjust one or more functions

manually while leaving the other functions in

automatic mode.

The "AUTO" symbol switches off.

To return to automatic mode, press the "AUTO"

button.

4. Air conditioning on/off

5. Air intake / Air recirculation

Press this button to switch off the air

conditioning.

Press this button for recirculation of

the interior air. The air recirculation

symbol 5 is displayed.

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.

Air recirculation enables the passenger

compartment to be isolated from exterior

odours and smoke.

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.

Switching to manual mode may not be

suitable (temperature, humidity, odour,

condensation) and does not provide

optimum comfort.

For maximum cooling or heating of the

cabin, it is possible to go beyond the

minimum 14 or maximum 28 values.

Avoid prolonged recirculation of

interior air (risk of condensation or

deterioration of the air quality).

F

Press the blue button 2 until "LO"

is displayed or the red button 2

until "HI" is displayed.

6. Air distribution adjustment

7. Air ﬂow adjustment

Switching the system off

Pressing this button several times in

succession enables the air flow to be

directed in turn towards:

Press the "full fan" button to

increase the air flow.

Press the air flow "empty fan"

button 7 until the fan symbol

disappears.

The air flow symbol, the fan, fills progressively

according to the value requested.

This action switches off all of the functions of

the air conditioning system.

-

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,

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.

Press the "empty fan" button to

decrease the air flow.

-

the footwells,

the air vents and the footwells,

the air vents.

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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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 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.

Rear screen demist - defrost

Scented air

freshener

This diffuses a fragrance in the passenger

compartment, by means of the adjustment dial

and the various fragrance cartridges available.

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

Adjustment dial

Switching on

The rear screen demisting/defrosting can only

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.

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.

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.

Switching off

The demisting/defrosting switches off

automatically to prevent an excessive

consumption of current.

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

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.

F

Turn the dial to the left to stop diffusion of

the fragrance.

Leave the central vents open.

The intensity of diffusion of the

fragrance may depend on the

ventilation or air conditioning settings.

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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.

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.

Removing the cartridge

F

Press the dial and turn it a quarter of a turn

anti-clockwise.

Remove the cartridge.

Refit its sealing case.

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.

Avoid all contact with the skin and

eyes.

F

Fitting the cartridge

F

Keep out of reach of children and

animals.

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.

Interior ﬁttings

1. Sun visor

(see details on the following page)

2. Illuminated glove box

(see details on the following page)

3. door pocket

4. Upper storage compartment

5. Lower storage compartment with

non-slip mat

6. USB port / auxiliary socket (see details

on the following pages)

7. 12 V accessory socket

(see details on following pages)

8. Centre armrest with storage

(see details on the following page)

or

Cup / bottle holder

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Sun visor

Illuminated glove box

Centre armrest

The sun visors have a vanity mirror with flap

and a map holder (or ticket holder) for the

driver.

This can be used to hold a water bottle.

Its lid has a location for storing the vehicle's

handbook pack.

Storage

F

For access to the closed storage box, lift

the lever to open the lid.

F

With the ignition on, raise the concealing

flap; the mirror is illuminated automatically.

F

To open the glove box, raise the handle.

F

For access to the open storage box below

the armrest, lift the complete armrest

towards the rear.

It is illuminated when the lid is opened.

It houses the front passenger's airbag

deactivation switch A.

It houses a ventilation nozzle B, distributing

the same air as the vents in the passenger

compartment.

These can be used for portable devices (mobile

phone, MP3 player...) which can be connected

to the USB port / auxiliary socket or charged

from the12 V socket in the centre console.

Auxiliary socket

USB Player

12 V accessory socket

The socket is located in the "AUX" box on the

centre console.

The USB port is located in the "AUX" box on the

centre console.

It permits the connection of a portable device,

such as a digital audio player of the iPod^®type,

to listen to your music files using the vehicle's

speakers.

It permits the connection of a portable device,

such as a digital audio player of the iPod^®

generation 5 and later type or USB memory stick

type.

It reads the audio file formats (mp3, ogg, wma,

wav...) sent to your audio system and played via

the vehicle's speakers.

You can manage these files using the steering

mounted controls or the audio system control

panel and display them in the multifunction screen.

F

To connect a 12 V accessory (max power:

120 W), lift the cover and connect a

suitable adaptor.

The management of the files is done

using your portable device.

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.

For more information on the use of this

equipment, refer to the "Audio and telematics"

section.

When it is in use, the portable device

charges automatically.

For more information on the use of this

equipment, refer to the "Audio and telematics"

section.

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Mats

Removal

To remove the mat on the driver's side:

To avoid any risk of jamming of the

pedals:

F

move the seat as far back as possible,

unclip the fixings,

remove the mat.

-

only use mats which are suited to

the fixings already present in the

vehicle; these fixings must be used,

never fit one mat on top of another.

-

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.

Boot ﬁttings

1. Rear parcel shelf

(see the following page for details)

2. Retaining strap

3. Location for Hi-Fi amplifier

4. Stowing rings

5. Storage box (version equipped with a

temporary puncture repair kit)

(see the following page for details)

or

Tool box (version equipped with a spare

wheel)

(refer to the "Changing a wheel" section)

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Rear parcel shelf

Storage box

To remove the shelf:

F

Raise the boot carpet by pulling the strap

upwards to gain access to the storage box.

F

refit the boot floor carpet by folding it

slightly in the middle.

F

unhook the two cords,

raise the shelf slightly, then unclip it on

each side.

This has areas for storing a temporary puncture

repair kit, a box of spare bulbs, a first aid kit,

two warning triangles, ...

Comfort for Your Citroen Ds3 SUV Second Generation (2018-2025)

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