2021 Citroen C3 Seats Installation Guide
Introduction
The seating in the 2021 Citroen C3 is attractive and comfy to improve your driving experience. The seats include premium materials and ergonomic contours that offer great support for the driver and passengers. The C3’s seats provide the ideal balance of comfort and refinement, making every ride enjoyable whether you’re navigating city streets or starting a lengthy journey.
Seats
Correct Driving Position
For safety reasons, adjustments must only be made when the vehicle is stationary.
Before taking to the road and to make the most of the ergonomic layout of the instruments and controls, carry out these adjustments in the following order:
- head restraint height.
- seat backrest angle.
- seat cushion height.
- longitudinal seat position.
- steering wheel height.
- rear view mirror and door mirrors.
Once these adjustments have been made, check that the instrument panel can be viewed correctly from your driving position.
Front head Restraints Height Adjustment
- Upward: pull the head restraint up to the desired position; the head restraint can be felt to click into position.
- Downward: press lug A to lower the head restraint.
The adjustment is correct when the upper edge of the head restraint is level with the top of the head.
Removing a Head Restraint
Pull the head Restraint Fully up.
- Press lug A to release the head restraint and raise it fully.
- Stow the head restraint securely.
Refitting a head restraint
Insert the head restraint rods into the guides in the corresponding seat backrest.
- Push the head restraint down as far as it will go.
- Press the lug A to release the head restraint and push it down.
- Adjust the height of the head restraint. Never drive with the head restraints
Never drive with the head restraints removed; they should be in place and adjusted for the occupant of the seat.
Front Seats
For safety reasons, seat adjustments must only be made when the vehicle is stationary.
Before moving the seat backwards, ensure that there is no person or object that might prevent the full travel of the seat.
There is a risk of trapping or pinching passengers if present in the rear seats or of jamming the seat if large objects are placed on the floor behind the seat.
Adjustments Forwards-Backwards
- Raise the control bar and slide the seat forwards or backwards.
- Release the bar to lock the seat in position on one of the notches.
Backrest Angle
Turn the knob to adjust the backrest.
Height
(driver only) 
Pull the control upwards to raise the seat or push it downwards to lower the seat, until the position required is obtained.
Heated Seats
- With the engine running, use the adjustment knob to switch on and select the level of heating required:
0 : Off.
- Low.
- Medium.
- High.
The front seats can be heated individually.
Do not use the function when the seat is not occupied.
Reduce the heating intensity as soon as possible.
When the seat and passenger compartment have reached a satisfactory temperature, switch the function off; reducing electricity consumption in turn decreases fuel consumption.
Prolonged use of heated seats is not recommended for people with sensitive skin.
There is a risk of burns for people whose perception of heat is impaired (illness, taking medication, etc.).
To keep the heated pad intact and to prevent a short circuit
- Do not place heavy or sharp objects on the seat.
- Do not kneel or stand on the seat.
- Do not spill liquids onto the seat.
- Never use the heating function if the seat is damp.
Rear Bench Seat
Rear Head Restraints
They have two positions
- A high position, for when the seat is in use:
- Pull the head restraint fully up.
- A low position, for stowing, when the seat is not in use:
- Press the lug A to release the head restraint and push it down.
The rear head restraints can be removed. Removing a head restraint
- Release the backrest using control 1.
- Tilt the backrest slightly forwards.
- Pull the head restraint fully up.
- Press the lug A to release the head restraint and remove it completely.
Refitting a head restraint
- Insert the head restraint rods into the guides in the corresponding seat backrest.
- Push the head restraint down as far as it will go.
- Press the lug A to release the head restraint and push it down.
Never drive with passengers seated at the rear when the head restraints are removed; the head restraints should be in place and in the high position.
The head restraint for the centre seat and those for the outer seats are not interchangeable.
Folding The Backrests
Manoeuvring the seat backrests should only be done when the vehicle is stationary.
First Steps
- Lower the head restraints.
- If necessary, move the front seats forward.
- Check that no person or object will interfere with folding down the backrests (clothing, luggage, etc.).
- Check that the outer seat belts are lying flat on the backrests.
- Press the backrest release grip 1.
Guide backrest 2 down to the horizontal position.
When the backrest is released, the red indicator is visible in the release grip.
FAQs
The Citroen C3 can accommodate up to five passengers.
The front seats in the Citroen C3 may be adjusted for both.
The Citroen C3’s seats are normally covered in fabric, while higher trim levels might provide leatherette choices.
Heated front seats might be an option on some model levels of the 2021 Citroen C3.
Yes, the rear seats may be lowered down to increase cargo room as needed.
For increased comfort, some models may have a center armrest in the back seats.
The back seats are made to be comfortable for adults for short to medium-distance trips.
Yes, the Citroen C3 usually has ISOFIX child seat anchors to securely fasten child seats.
Ventilated seats are not a standard feature, however certain higher trim levels may offer them as an option.
The front seats in the Citroen C3 are typically manually adjustable, however some versions could also come with power-adjustable seats as an option.
The Citroen C3 does not frequently have memory settings for seat adjustments.
Due to its large windows and well-designed interior, the Citroen C3 often provides good view from the driver’s seat.
Although certain higher-end trim levels might have features like lumbar support, this model doesn’t frequently have massage capabilities.
Typically, the back seats are set in an upright position and cannot recline.
In order to protect passengers in the case of an accident, the Citroen C3 comes standard with airbags and seatbelt pre-tensioners.
Useful Link
View Full PDF: Citroen C3 2021 User’s Manual | Auto User Guide