Citroen C3 2010 2.G Owner's Manual

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Charging the battery using a
battery charger

 Disconnect the battery from the ve-
hicle.

 Follow the instructions for use pro-
vided by the manufacturer of the
charger.

 Reconnect starting with the nega-
tive terminal (-).

 Check that the terminals and
connectors are clean. If they are
covered with sulphate (whitish or
greenish deposit), remove them and
clean them.
It is advisable to disconnect the
battery if the vehicle is to be
left unused for more than one
month. Do not disconnect the terminals
while the engine is running.
Do not charge the batteries with-
out disconnecting the terminals
fi rst.
Batteries contain harmful sub-
stances such as sulphuric acid
and lead. They must be dis-
posed of in accordance with
regulations and must not, in any
circumstances, be discarded
with household waste.
Take used remote control bat-
teries and vehicle batteries to a
special collection point. Before disconnecting the
battery
Wait 2 minutes after switching off
the ignition before disconnecting
the battery.
Close the windows and the
doors before disconnecting the
battery.
Following reconnection of the
battery
Following reconnection of the
battery, switch on the ignition
and wait 1 minute before start-
ing to permit initialisation of the
electronic systems. However,
if minor problems persist fol-
lowing this operation, contact a
CITROËN dealer.
Referring to the corresponding
section, you should yourself re-
initialise:
- the remote control key,
- the GPS satellite navigation
system. LOAD REDUCTION MODE
System which manages the use of cer-
tain functions according to the level of
charge remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as the air condi-
tioning, the heated rear screen...
The deactivated functions are reactivat-
ed automatically as soon as conditions
permit.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
If the telephone is being used at
the same time on the MyWay au-
dio navigation system, it will be
interrupted after 10 minutes. A fl at battery prevents the engine
from starting (refer to the corre-
sponding paragraph).
ENERGY ECONOMY MODE
System which manages the period of
use of certain functions to conserve a
suffi cient level of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can
still use functions such as the audio
equipment, windscreen wipers, dipped
beam headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc.
for a maximum combined period of
thirty minutes.
Switching to economy mode
Once this period has elapsed, a mes-
sage appears on the multifunction
screen indicating that the vehicle has
switched to economy mode and the ac-
tive functions are put on standby. Exiting economy mode
These functions are reactivated auto-
matically the next time the vehicle is
driven.

 In order to resume the use of these
functions immediately, start the en-
gine and let it run for a few minutes.
The time available to you will then be dou-
ble the period for which the engine is left
running. However, this period will always
be between fi ve and thirty minutes.
CHANGING A FRONT OR REAR
WIPER BLADE
Procedure for replacing a worn wiper
blade with a new one without the use
of tools.
Before removing a front wiper blade

 Within one minute after switching off
the ignition, operate the wiper stalk
to position the wiper blades in the
vertical position.
This position must be used in order to
avoid damaging the wiper blade and the
bonnet.
Removal

 Raise the corresponding wiper arm.

 Unclip the wiper blade and remove it.
Fitting

 At the front, check the size of the wip-
er blade as the shorter blade is fi tted
to the passenger side of the vehicle.

 Put the corresponding new wiper
blade in place and clip it.

 Fold down the wiper arm carefully.
After fitting a front wiper blade

 Switch on the ignition.

 Operate the wiper stalk again to
park the wiper blades.
This period may be greatly re-
duced if the battery is not fully
charged.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Failure to observe this special
condition could result in damage
to certain braking components
and the absence of braking as-
sistance the next time the en-
gine is started. When towing with all four wheels
on the ground, always use a
towing bar.
When towing with only two wheels
on the ground, always use profes-
sional lifting equipment.
When towing with the engine off,
there is no longer any assistance
for braking or steering.
TOWING THE VEHICLE
Procedure for having your vehicle towed
or for towing another vehicle using a re-
movable towing eye.
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot
under the fl oor.
To gain access to it:

 open the boot,

 raise the fl oor,

 remove the polystyrene storage box,

 remove the towing eye from the
holder. Towing your vehicle

 On the front bumper, unclip the cov-
er by pressing at the bottom.

 Screw the towing eye in fully.

 Install the towing bar.

 Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on the towed vehicle.

 Place the gear lever in neutral (posi-
tion N for an automatic gearbox). Towing another vehicle

 On the rear bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing at the bottom.

 Screw the towing eye in fully.

 Install the towing bar.

 Switch on the hazard warning lamps
on the towed vehicle.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
We recommend the use of genu-
ine CITROËN towbars and their
harnesses that have been tested
and approved from the design
stage of your vehicle, and that
the fi tting of the towbar is en-
trusted to a CITROËN dealer.
If the trailer is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative
that it is fi tted using the electri-
cal pre-equipment installed at
the rear of the vehicle, in accor-
dance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
TOWING A TRAILER,
A CARAVAN, ETC.
The rear parking sensors will
be deactivated automatically if
a genuine CITROËN towbar is
used.
Towbar suitable for the attachment of a
trailer or caravan with additional lighting
and signalling.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer.
Driving with a trailer subjects the towing
vehicle to more signifi cant stress and its
driver must be particularly careful.
Driving advice
Distribution of loads

 Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
as possible to the axle and the nose
weight approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towing load
must be reduced by 10 % and so on for
every 1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towing loads
which apply to your vehicle.
Side wind

 Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.

 To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed. The maximum towing load on a long
slope depends on the gradient and the
ambient temperature.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
temperature.

 If the warning lamp and the

STOP warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine as
soon as possible.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.
Tyres

 Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting

 Check the electrical lighting and sig-
nalling on the trailer.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
AUDIO PRE-EQUIPMENT
Your vehicle is equipped with certain
factory-fi tted audio equipment:
- a dual-function aerial at the rear of the roof,
- a coaxial aerial cable,
- basic interference suppression,
- cabling for speakers in the front doors and tweeters in the dash-
board,
- cabling for speakers in the rear doors
- two 8-way connectors. Fitting an audio unit
The audio unit is fi tted in place of one
of the storage boxes located below the
heating and air conditioning control
panel.
Fitting speakers
It is possible to fi t:
- 165 mm diameter speakers in the
front doors,
- 130 mm diameter speakers in the rear doors,
- 22.5 mm diameter tweeters in the top of the dashboard. Connectors

8-way connector (A)
A1: -
A2: -
A3: -
A4: -
A5: -
A6: (+) Ignition positive (in this case, the audio equipment only oper-
ates when the ignition is on)
A7: (+) Permanent
A8: Earth
Never use a separate wire to
connect the (+) of your audio
equipment (risk of discharging of
the battery).

8-way connector (B)
B1: (+) Rear right speaker
B2: (-) Rear right speaker
B3: (+) Front right speaker and tweeter
B4: (-) Front right speaker and tweeter
B5: (+) Front left speaker and tweeter
B6: (-) Front left speaker and tweeter
B7: (+) Rear left speaker
B8: (-) Rear left speaker
Before installing a radio unit or
speakers in your vehicle, contact
a CITROËN dealer to obtain a
suitable wiring harness.

 Unclip the storage box on each side
using a screwdriver and pull out.
You will then have access to an aerial co-
axial cable and two 8-way connectors.
Then refer to the instructions provided
with your audio unit.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
* To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and secured correctly,
- never fi t one mat on top of another.
ACCESSORIES
They are all adapted to your vehicle and
benefi t from CITROËN's recommenda-
tion and warranty.
"Comfort":
sun blinds, door defl ectors, isotherm mod-
ule, smoking kit, fragrance cartridges, front
centre armrest, moveable mirror, reading
lamp...
"Style":
leather steering wheel, gear lever knobs,
interior styling kit, aluminium footrest, al-
loy wheels, wheel trims, chrome tailgate
fi nisher, chrome tailpipe fi nisher, chrome
mirror shells, chrome door handles...
A wide range of accessories and gen-
uine parts is offered by the CITROËN
dealer network.
These accessories and parts have been
tested and approved for reliability and
safety.
Conversion kits
You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to
convert a trade vehicle to a private car
and vice-versa.
"Transport solutions":
child seats and booster cushions, boot
tray, boot carpet, boot net, boot con-
tainers, transverse roof bars, bicycle
carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes, towbars,
wiring harnesses...
The towbar and its harness must be fi tted
by a CITROËN dealer.
"Safety":
anti-theft alarm, wheel security bolts,
stolen vehicle tracking system, breath-
alyser, fi rst aid kit, warning triangle, high
visibility safety jacket, dog guard, snow
chains, non-skid covers, foglamps kit,
parking sensors, transluscent bumper
protection strips...

"Protection":
mats * , mudfl aps, seat covers, door sill
protectors...

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Depending on the country in
which the vehicle is sold, it may
be compulsory to have a high
visibility safety jacket, warning
triangle and spare bulbs avail-
able in the vehicle.
The fi tting of electrical equip-
ment or accessories which are
not recommended by CITROËN
may result in a failure of your ve-
hicle's electronic system and ex-
cessive electrical consumption.
Please note this specifi c warn-
ing. You are advised to contact
a CITROËN representative to
be shown the range of recom-
mended equipment and acces-
sories.
Installation of radio
communication transmitters
Before installing on your vehicle
any after-market radio commu-
nication transmitter with external
aerial, we recommend that you
contact a CITROËN dealer.
The CITROËN dealer net-
work will give you the specifi -
cation for transmitters which
can be fi tted (frequency, maxi-
mum power, aerial position,
specifi c installation require-
ments), in line with the Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/104/EC).

"Multimedia":
Bluetooth ®
hands-free system, audio
equipment, portable satellite navigation
system, semi-integral portable navi-
gation system carrier, speed camera
warning, DVD player, auxiliary cable for
connecting a portable MP3 player, USB
Box, Hi-Fi module, speakers...
"Accessories":
windscreen wash fl uid, interior and exte-
rior cleaning and maintenance products,
bodywork touch-up aerosol and pen...

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TECHNICAL DATA

MODELS:
ENGINES AND GEARBOXES

Model codes:

SC...
HFV0 KFT0 8FR0 5FS0 5FS9

PETROL ENGINES 1.1 i 1.4 i VTi 95 VTi 120
Cubic capacity (cc) 1 124 1 360 1 397 1 598
Bore x stroke (mm) 72 x 69 75 x 77 77 x 75 77 x 85.8
Max power: EU standard (kW) 44 54 72 88
Max power engine speed (rpm) 5 500 5 200 6 000 6 000
Max torque: EU standard (Nm) 94 118 136 160
Max torque engine speed (rpm) 3 300 3 300 4 000 4 250
Fuel Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded
Catalytic converter yes yes yes yes

GEARBOX Manual
(5-speed) Manual
(5-speed) Manual
(5-speed) Manual
(5-speed) Auto
(4-speed)

OIL CAPACITIES (in litres)

Engine (with fi lter replacement) 3.0 3.0 4.2 4.2 4.2
Gearbox - Final drive 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 -

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TECHNICAL DATA

MODELS:
ENGINES AND GEARBOXES

Model codes:
SC...
8HZC - 9HXC - 9HP0 9HR8

DIESEL ENGINES HDi 70 HDi 70 PEF HDi 90
HDi 90
PEF 99g
HDi 90
PEF
HDi 110 PEF
Cubic capacity (cc) 1 398 1 560 1 560
Bore x stroke (mm) 73.7 x 82 - x - 75 x 88.3 75 x 88.3
Max power: EU standard (kW) 50 - 66 68 68 8 2
Max power engine speed (rpm) 4 000 - 4 000 3 600
Max torque: EU standard (Nm) 160 - 215 230 230 270
Max torque engine speed (rpm) 2 000 - 1 750 1 75 0
Fuel Diesel Diesel Diesel
Catalytic converter yes yes yes
Particle emissions fi lter (PEF) no yes no yes yes yes

GEARBOX Manual
(5-speed) Manual
(5-speed) Manual
(6-speed)

OIL CAPACITIES (in litres)

Engine (with fi lter replacement) 3.75 3.75 3.75 - 3.75 3.75
Gearbox - Final drive 2.0 2.0 1.9 - 1.9 2.2

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TECHNICAL DATA

WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (in kg)

Petrol engines
1.1 i 1.4 i

Gearbox
Manual Manual

Model codes:
SC...
HFV0 KFT0
- Unladen weight 1 010 1 030
- Kerb weight 1 085 1 105
- Gross vehicle weight (GVW) 1 527 1 529
- Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12 % gradient 1 975 2 329
- Braked trailer (within GTW limit)
on a 12 % gradient 450 800
- Braked trailer * (with load transfer within the GTW limit) 775 1 105
- Unbraked trailer 450 550
- Recommended nose weight 31 44
The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mention ed
must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of a ltitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (100 k m/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the pe rformance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient
temperature is above 37 °C, limit the towed load.
* The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, w
ithin the GTW limit, if the GVW of the towing vehicle is reduced by an
equal amount. Warning: towing using a lightly loaded to wing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.