Manual Air Conditioning - CITROEN C3 Handbook

Ease of use and comfort
Air distribution
1. Windshield defroster outlets
2. Side defroster outlets
3. Side outlets
4. Central outlets
5. Floor outlets
Advice
Using the ventilation and air
conditioning system
► To ensure that air is distributed evenly,
keep the external air intake grilles at
the base of the windscreen, the nozzles,
the vents and the air outlets free from
obstructions.
► Operate the air conditioning system
for at least 5 to 10 minutes once or twice a
month to keep it in perfect working order.
► If the system does not produce cold air,
switch it off and contact a CITROËN dealer.
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Avoid driving for too long with the
ventilation off or with prolonged
operation of interior air recirculation. Risk of
misting and deterioration of the air quality!
If the interior temperature is very high
after the vehicle has stood for a long
time in the sunshine, drive with the windows
open for a few moments to air the passenger
compartment.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
Condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge of
water underneath the vehicle. This is
perfectly normal.
Servicing the ventilation and air
conditioning system
► Ensure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly.
► To ensure correct operation of the
air conditioning system, have it checked
according to the recommendations in the
Maintenance and Warranty Guide.
Battery charge level limitations
(Electric)
When the battery charge level drops below
10%, air conditioning system functions are
limited.
When battery charge level is between 5%
and 10%:
– Condenser fan is turned off.
– Heater is turned off.
When battery charge level is between 0%
and 5%:
– All air conditioning system functions are
powered off.
– Compressor is switched off.
– Heater is switched off.

Manual air conditioning

1. Temperature adjustment
2. Air flow adjustment
3. Air distribution adjustment
4. Air conditioning on/off
5. Interior air recirculation / Exterior air intake