CITROEN C3 Desire User Manual page 58

Starting the vehicle
 Insert the key in the ignition switch.
The system recognises the starting
code.
 Turn the key fully towards the fascia
to position 3 (Starting) .
 When the engine starts, release the
key.
Switching the vehicle off
 Immobilise the vehicle.
 Turn the key fully towards you to posi-
tion 1 (Stop) .
 Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
Do not attach any heavy objects
to the key as this could weigh
down on it when in the ignition
switch and cause a fault.
Key reminder
If the key is left in the igni-
tion switch, an audible signal
sounds when the driver's door is
opened.
Remote control problem
Following disconnection of the vehicle
battery, replacement of the remote con-
trol battery or in the event of a remote
control malfunction, you can no longer
unlock, lock or locate your vehicle.
 First of all, use the key in the lock to
unlock or lock your vehicle.
 Then, reinitialise the remote control.
If the problem persists, contact a
CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Reinitialisation
 Switch off the ignition.
 Turn the key to position 2 (Ignition) .
 Press the closed padlock immedi-
ately for a few seconds.
 Switch off the ignition and remove
the key from the ignition switch.
The remote control is fully operational
again.
ACCESS
Changing the battery
Battery ref.: CR1620/3 volts.
This replacement battery is available
from CITROËN dealers.
If the battery is fl at, you
are informed by light-
ing of this warning lamp,
an audible signal and a
message on the multi-
function screen.
 Unclip the casing using a coin at the
notch.
 Slide the fl at battery out of its location.
 Slide the new battery into its loca-
tion observing the original direction.
 Clip the casing.
 Reinitialise the remote control.
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