Citroën C3 (2023 year). Manual in english - page 5

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recommend keeping the smartphone's 

operating system up-to-date, together with the 

date and time on the smartphone and the 

system.

Refer to your smartphone for Android Auto or 

Apple CarPlay

®

 settings.

For the list of suitable smartphones, visit 

the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

®

 

websites:

https://www.android.com/auto/

https://www.apple.com/in/ios/carplay/

Stop the car before connecting Android 

Auto or Apple CarPlay

®

 and follow the 

instructions on your phone.

On connecting the USB cable, the 

Android Auto or Apple CarPlay

®

 function 

deactivates the system's Bluetooth

®

 mode.

Android Auto

Ensure the latest Android Auto 

application is available on your 

smartphone. If not, install it via "Play Store".

The Android Auto function requires the use 

of a compatible smartphone and compatible 

applications.

 

 

Connecting Android Auto smartphone can be 

carried out either by USB cable or using a 

wireless connection.

USB connection

Connect the USB cable. 

Android Auto is automatically launched a few 

seconds after the USB connection has been 

established. A validation procedure on the 

smartphone has to be followed for the first 

connection, with the vehicle stationary.

The smartphone charges when connected by the 

USB cable. 

Wireless connection

The wireless connection of an Android Auto 

device can be initiated from the 

Device List

 

menu or home screen Android Auto icon.

First activate the smartphone’s Bluetooth

®

 

function.

Select 

Device List

 menu to display the device to 

be connected to Android Auto.

If the device has already been connected to the 

system via Bluetooth

®

, select the Android Auto 

of the desired device from the list of connected 

Android phones.

For wireless Android Auto, subsequent automatic 

connection of the smartphone requires activation 

of Bluetooth

®

 and Wi-Fi on your device.

As soon as the connection is established, 

select this menu to display the Android 

Auto interface.

There may be a pause before 

applications become available, 

depending on the quality of the network and 

performances of the phone.

Apple CarPlay

®

The Apple CarPlay

®

 function requires the 

use of a compatible smartphone and 

compatible applications. 

Connecting Apple CarPlay

®

 smartphone can 

be carried out either by USB cable or using a 

wireless connection.

USB connection

Connect the USB cable. 

The smartphone charges when connected by the 

USB cable. 

From the system, press 

Apple CarPlay

®

 

menu to display the Apple CarPlay® 

interface or press 

Device List

 menu to display 

the list of connected devices and then select 

Apple CarPlay

®

. 

When the USB cable is disconnected 

and the ignition is switched off then back 

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on, the system will not automatically switch to 

other mode; the source must be changed 

manually.

Wireless connection

The wireless connection of an Apple CarPlay

®

 

device can only be initiated from the 

Device List

 

menu.

First activate the smartphone’s Bluetooth

®

 

function. 

Select 

Device List

 menu to display the devices 

to be connected to Apple CarPlay

®

. 

If the device has already been connected to the 

system via Bluetooth

®

, select Apple CarPlay on 

the desired device from the list of connected 

Apple phones. 

For wireless Apple CarPlay

®

, subsequent 

automatic connection of the smartphone requires 

activation of Bluetooth

®

 and Wi-Fi on your 

device. 

Visit the Apple CarPlay

®

 website at:

https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ 

Media

 

 

Insert the USB memory stick into the USB port 

or connect the USB device/iPod to the USB port 

using a suitable cable (not supplied). 

USB device format supported: FAT16 or FAT32.

To protect the system, do not use a USB 

hub. 

Music

The system supports MP3 and WAV audio file 

types.

The system builds music playlists (in temporary 

memory); this operation can take from a 

few seconds to several minutes at the first 

connection. 

Reduce the number of non-music files and the 

number of folders to reduce the waiting time. 

Playlists are updated whenever the ignition 

is switched off or a USB memory stick is 

connected. The audio system memorises these 

lists, which will subsequently load faster if they 

have not been changed.

Videos

The system can play video files in the AVI, WMV, 

MP4, MOV, M4V, DAT and VOB formats. 

Video control commands are accessible only 

through the touch screen. 

When the vehicle is in motion, video playback 

will cut off and only audio playback will be 

available. 

USB video is not available if Android Auto or 

Apple CarPlay

®

 is active/connected.

For safety reasons, park the vehicle 

before playing a video.

BT Audio

 

 

When a smartphone is paired to the system, 

streaming allows you to listen to the audio feed 

from your smartphone.

The Bluetooth

®

 profile must be activated. 

First adjust the volume on the portable device 

(to a high level). Then adjust the volume of the 

audio system. 

If play does not start automatically, it may be 

necessary to start the audio playback from the 

smartphone.

Browse button is available if supported by the 

smartphone application.

Control is from the portable device or by using 

the system's touch buttons. 

Once connected in streaming mode, the 

smartphone is considered to be a media 

source.

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Settings

 

 

General settings

Press 

Settings

 to display the main page. 

Press 

General

.

– Select 

Language

 to choose a language in the 

list displayed.

– Select 

Factory Reset

 to return to factory 

default system.

– Select 

About

 to see information about the 

current software version.

– Select 

Wi-Fi

 to generate a new password 

for the Wi-Fi network. Only the password can 

be changed and not the network name (Wi-Fi 

SSID).

The Wi-Fi connection including credential 

sharing with the user’s smartphone 

happens automatically after successful 

Bluetooth

®

 connection with a wireless 

supported smartphone. 

It cannot be used for Internet sharing in 

the vehicle nor software update nor any 

other purpose.

The Wi-Fi network uses the 5 GHz 

frequency. Some smartphones may not 

support this feature.

To protect your system, only networks 

with a sufficient level of security are 

allowed to connect. WPA2 encryption level, 

equivalent to a domestic level, is required.

Display settings

Press 

Settings

 to display the main page. 

Press 

Display

.

– Select 

User off Mode

 to enable/disable date 

and time display when the system is powered off.

– Select 

Brightness

 to adjust the brightness of 

the touch screen by using the 

+

 or 

-

 buttons.

Phone settings

Press 

Settings

 to display the main page. 

Press 

Phone

.

– Select 

BT visibility

 to turn on/off the 

Bluetooth

®

 visibility of the system.

– Select 

Add device

 to select a mobile device 

to be connected.

– Select 

Device list

 to view the previously 

paired mobile devices and connect or delete a 

device.

Audio settings

Press 

Settings

 to display the main page. 

Press 

Audio

.

In this screen, you can modify the 

Balance 

& Fade

 settings, the 

Equalizer

 settings, the 

Volume

 settings and activate the 

SDVC

 (Speed 

Dependent Volume Control) option.

Clock settings

Press 

Settings

 to display the main page. 

Press 

Clock

.

Automatic date & time setting

Select 

Sync to GPS

 to enable date and time 

synchronisation to GPS.

Select 

Time Zone

 to choose the appropriate 

time zone.

Manual date setting

Select 

Date

.

Choose the date format and then set the day, 

month and year using up and down arrows.

Press 

Set

.

Manual time setting

Select 

Time

.

Choose the time format (12 hrs or 24 hrs) and 

then set the hours and minutes using up and 

down arrows.

Press 

Set

.

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Vehicle settings

Press 

Settings

 to display the main page. 

Press 

Vehicle

.

Select 

Vehicle Alerts

 to view alerts of the 

vehicle. When an active alert is present, it is 

displayed in the status bar. An icon is also 

displayed on the 

Settings

 menu button.

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Maintenance and Warranty

CITROËN ASSISTANCE

CITROËN ASSISTANCE

With the CITRÖEN ASSISTANCE service, you can contact our breakdown and towing services anywhere in India, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

CITRÖEN ASSISTANCE services

CITRÖEN ASSISTANCE will provide assistance, free of charge, if your vehicle is immobilised as a result of a breakdown covered by the CITROËN 

contractual warranty or CITROËN service contract that you purchased (extended warranty, maintenance plan, etc.) which is valid.

For vehicles or incidents that are not covered by the contractual warranty such as punctures, lost keys, lock-outs, incorrect fuel type, or any other non-

vehicle fault incident, CITRÖEN ASSISTANCE can arrange assistance with a roadside assistance agent if requested.

Contact CITROËN ASSISTANCE

●  By pressing on CITROËN CONNECT ASSISTANCE if your vehicle is fitted with it (press the CITROËN button) or,

●  By calling the CITRÖEN ASSISTANCE number found on the back cover, or

●  Using the MyCITROËN app (Contact & Assistance)

CITROËN ASSISTANCE ensures your mobility

The CITROËN Authorised Repairer based on your request shall provide referral for an alternative means of travel if your vehicle is immobilised as a result 

of a breakdown covered by the CITROËN contractual warranty or valid CITROËN service contract, or alternatively at your expense, for your onward travel 

or your return home.

If you are stranded more than 100 kms from your home, you can ask for the referral for the following at your expense:

●  Hotel accommodation

●  Referral for forward travel from breakdown location to the destination (OR)

●  Referral for return travel from breakdown location to the customer residence

Note: Various rules governing eligibility, luggage allowance and seating capacity shall be applicable as enforced by hotel, or transportation party.

A customer care agent will answer your call and handle your problem in full: they will perform a preliminary diagnosis and attempt to solve your incident 

over the phone. If required, a roadside assistance agent will be dispatched to the breakdown location within a timeframe provided during the call. They will 

repair your vehicle at the roadside to enable you to set off again immediately. If this is not possible, the roadside assistance agent will tow your vehicle to 

the nearest CITROËN Authorised Repairer.

In any case the kms for towing are restricted to 100 kms for free towing, all kms above 100 kms would be on chargeable basis at Rs 65 per km.

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Maintenance and Warranty

CITROËN ASSISTANCE 24 hours a day - 7 days a week

If your vehicle has the localised assistance call service, use it by pressing the button. 

The location and identification of your vehicle will automatically be sent to CITROËN ASSISTANCE.

Be ready to provide the following information to the CITRÖEN ASSISTANCE call centre:

-  the precise location of your vehicle: town/city, street name and number, road number and visual marker, etc.

-  the identification of your vehicle: registration number or vehicle identification number (VIN) visible on the registration certificate or at the bottom left-hand 

side of the windscreen (from outside the vehicle)

-  your mobile telephone number so that the roadside assistance agent can contact you

-  the number of passengers in the vehicle

TOLL FREE NUMBER FOR 

CITRÖEN

 ASSISTANCE

18004192000

TOLL FREE NUMBER OF 

CITRÖEN

 CUSTOMER CARE CALL CENTRE

18002671000

EMAIL ID OF 

CITRÖEN

 CUSTOMER CARE CALL CENTRE

contact@citroen-crm.in