Impact detection zones

Citroen C3 / Citroen C3 Owner's Manual / Child safety / Airbags / Impact detection zones

A. Front impact zone.

A. Front impact zone.
B. Side impact zone.

Triggering of the airbag(s) is accompanied by a slight emission of harmless smoke and a noise, due to the activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge incorporated in the system.

This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive individuals may experience slight irritation.

The noise of the detonation may result in a slight loss of hearing for a short time.

    See also:

    Programming
    Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "LIMIT" position: the speed limiter mode is selected but is not switched on (PAUSE). You do not have to switch the speed limiter on in order to set the speed ...

    Ventilation
    System which creates and maintains comfortable conditions in the vehicle's passenger compartment. ...

    Safety recommendations
    The ESP system offers increased driving safety but is not in place to encourage the driver to take additional risks or to drive at excessive speeds. The functioning of this system is subject to co ...