CITROEN C3 Handbook

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Lighting and visibility
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Activation
F Turn the ring to the "AUTO" position.
Activation of the function is accompanied by
the display of a message.
When a low level of ambient light is detected by a sunshine sensor, the number plate lamps, sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are switched on
automatically, without any action on the part of the driver. They can also come on if rain is detected, at the same time as automatic operation of the
windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient level or after the windscreen wipers are switched off, the lamps are switched off automatically.
Deactivation
F Turn the ring to another position.
Deactivation of the function is accompanied by
the display of a message.
Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction of the
sunshine sensor, the lighting comes
on, this warning lamp is displayed in
the instrument panel accompanied by
an audible signal and/or a message.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor,
coupled with the rain sensor and
located at the top centre of the
windscreen behind the rear view mirror;
the associated functions would no
longer be controlled.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Automatic illumination of headlamps
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor
may detect sufficient light. In this
case, the lighting will not come on
automatically.

CITROEN C3 Specifications

General

Brand	CITROEN
Model	C3
Category	Automobile
Language	English