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Interior lighting

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The interior lighting concept of the Citroën C6 (I Gen) offers well-considered lighting solutions for every situation. The roof and reading lamps can be controlled separately and adapt automatically to vehicle states such as door opening or ignition. Side ambient lighting as well as footwell and entry lamps create a pleasant atmosphere at night. The light intensity can be adjusted as required, and replacing the bulbs is described in a user-friendly way. This chapter shows how functionality, comfort and design combine into a harmonious lighting concept.

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Roof lamps

1. Roof lamps

Press control 1 for the front roof lamp to switch the roof lamps on or off.

Switching on and off after operating the remote control occurs gradually. Pressing control 1 takes effect immediately.

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2. Reading lamps

Press one of the controls 2 to switch the corresponding reading lamp on or off.

They work once the ignition is switched on.

Automatic switching on of the roof lamps

  • They switch on when the key is removed, when the vehicle is unlocked, or when a door is opened.
  • When the doors are closed, when the vehicle is locked, or when the ignition is switched on, they switch off gradually.

Deactivating/activating the automatic switching on

Press and hold control 1 to deactivate the roof lamp function. To reactivate the lighting, press the same control again.

Replacing bulbs

  • To replace a bulb in the front roof lamp: Remove the transparent cover. Use a bulb W 5 W.
  • To replace a bulb in the rear roof lamp: Release the two frames of the transparent cover and pull them off. Use a bulb W 5 W.

Side ambient lighting

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This is located in the area marked by the arrows.

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Settings

With the lighting switched on, press controls C or D to adjust the intensity of the side ambient lighting.

Entry lighting

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When a door is open, this lights the floor in front of the vehicle.

Replacing the bulb

To replace the bulb of the entry lamp: Remove the cover. Use a bulb W 5 W.

Footwell lighting

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When a door is opened, this lights the vehicle interior at the front and rear.

Replacing the bulb

To replace the bulb of the footwell lighting (front or rear): Remove the cover. Use a bulb W 5 W.

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The interior lighting of the Citroën C6 1st Gen creates a pleasant ambience and high functionality. With roof lamps, reading lamps, footwell and entry lighting, the Citroën C6 2005-2012 offers a well-considered lighting concept for every situation.

The adjustable ambient lighting and the convenient bulb replacement options underline the vehicle's comfort focus. Everything is designed to make everyday life simpler and more pleasant.

Even in details such as interior lighting, the Citroën C6 1st Gen shows that it offers the highest quality and user-friendliness.

Test yourself

A quick Citroen C6 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.