bonnet CITROEN C3 DAG 2009 Owners Manual

FAMILIARISATION
Remote control key Fuel tank

1. Opening the fuel fi ller fl ap.

2. Opening and hooking the fuel fi ller
cap.

A. Unfolding/Folding the key.

B. Unlocking the vehicle.


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A. Interior control.

B. Exterior control.

C. Bonnet strut.


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Bonnet
OPEN

Other functions...

C. Normal locking of the vehicle
Vehicle location. Tank capacity:
- approximately 50 litres (petrol),
- approximately 45 litres (Diesel).

FAMILIARISATION
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

1. Cruise control/speed limiter switch.

2. Headlamp height adjustment.

3. Steering wheel adjustment control.

4. Lighting and direction indicators
control.

5. Instrument panel.

6. Driver's airbag.
Horn.

7. Gear lever.

8. 12 V accessory socket
USB port/Jack socket.

9. Heated seat control.

10. Bonnet release control.

11. Exterior mirror controls.
Electric window controls.
Rear doors and electric windows deactivation control.

12. Fuse box.

13. Electric child lock button.
Electronic stability programme button (ESP/ASR).

14. Front door window demisting/
defrosting vent.

15. Speaker (tweeter).

16. Windscreen demisting/defrosting
vent.

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VISIBILITY
Automatic windscreen wiping
The windscreen wipers operate auto-
matically, without any action on the part
of the driver, if rain is detected (sensor
behind the interior mirror), adapting their
speed to the intensity of the rainfall.
Activation
Switching off Operating fault
If an automatic wiping malfunction oc-
curs, the wipers will operate in intermittent
mode.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer. Special position of the
windscreen wipers
For optimum and lasting wiping
of the "fl at-blade" wiper blades,
it is advisable to:
- handle them with care,
- clean them regularly using soapy water,
- change them approximately every 6 months,
- avoid using them to retain cardboard on the windscreen.
Do not cover the rain sensor,
linked with the brightness sensor
and located in the centre of the
windscreen behind the interior
mirror.
Switch off the automatic wiping
when using an automatic car
wash.
In winter, it is advisable to wait
until the windscreen is completely
clear of ice before activating the
automatic wiping.
The automatic wiping must be re-
activated if the ignition has been
off for more than one minute, by
pushing stalk
A downwards.
In the minute following switching off of the
ignition, any action on the stalk positions
the wipers vertically.
This action enables you to position the
wiper blades for winter parking, cleaning
or replacement without damaging the
bonnet.
To park the wipers after this has been
done, switch on the ignition and operate
the stalk.
This is controlled manually by the driver by
pushing stalk
A to the "AUTO" position.
This is controlled manually by the driver
by moving stalk A upwards and returning
it to position "0" . It is accompanied by the indica-
tor lamp in the instrument panel
switching off and a message on
the multifunction screen.
It is accompanied by the lighting
of this indicator lamp in the in-
strument panel and a message
on the multifunction screen.

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VISIBILITY
Automatic windscreen wiping
The windscreen wipers operate auto-
matically, without any action on the part
of the driver, if rain is detected (sensor
behind the interior mirror), adapting their
speed to the intensity of the rainfall.
Activation
Switching off Operating fault
If an automatic wiping malfunction oc-
curs, the wipers will operate in intermittent
mode.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer. Special position of the
windscreen wipers
For optimum and lasting wiping
of the "fl at-blade" wiper blades,
it is advisable to:
- handle them with care,
- clean them regularly using soapy water,
- change them approximately every 6 months,
- avoid using them to retain cardboard on the windscreen.
Do not cover the rain sensor,
linked with the brightness sensor
and located in the centre of the
windscreen behind the interior
mirror.
Switch off the automatic wiping
when using an automatic car
wash.
In winter, it is advisable to wait
until the windscreen is completely
clear of ice before activating the
automatic wiping.
The automatic wiping must be re-
activated if the ignition has been
off for more than one minute, by
pushing stalk
A downwards.
In the minute following switching off of the
ignition, any action on the stalk positions
the wipers vertically.
This action enables you to position the
wiper blades for winter parking, cleaning
or replacement without damaging the
bonnet.
To park the wipers after this has been
done, switch on the ignition and operate
the stalk.
This is controlled manually by the driver by
pushing stalk
A to the "AUTO" position.
This is controlled manually by the driver
by moving stalk A upwards and returning
it to position "0" . It is accompanied by the indica-
tor lamp in the instrument panel
switching off and a message on
the multifunction screen.
It is accompanied by the lighting
of this indicator lamp in the in-
strument panel and a message
on the multifunction screen.

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CHECKS
BONNET
Protects the components of the engine
and provides access for checking levels.
Opening

 Open the front left door.

 Pull the interior control A , located at
the bottom of the door aperture.

 Push the exterior control B to the left
and raise the bonnet.
 Unclip the bonnet stay C from its
housing, holding it by its foam pro-
tection.

 Fix the strut in the notch to hold the
bonnet open.
The location of the interior
control prevents opening of the
bonnet while the front left door is
closed.
Closing

 Take the stay out of the support
notch.

 Clip the stay in its housing.

 Lower the bonnet and release it at
the end of its travel.

 Pull on the bonnet to check that it is
fully latched.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
(DIESEL)
If your vehicle is fi tted with an HDI en-
gine, the fuel circuit must be reprimed if
you run out of fuel.
This system consists of a repriming
pump, a transparent pipe and a degas
screw under the bonnet.
HDi 90 and HDi 110 FAP engines

 Fill the fuel tank with at least fi ve li-
tres of diesel.

 Open the bonnet.

 Depending on version, unclip the
cover to gain access to the reprim-
ing pump.

 Squeeze and release the repriming
pump until fuel appears in the trans-
parent pipe with the green connector.

 Operate the starter until the engine
starts.

 Depending on version, put the cover
back in position and clip it in place.

 Close the bonnet.
If the engine does not start at the
fi rst attempt, do not try again.
Operate the repriming pump
again, then the starter.
When the engine is hot, handle
the exterior control and the stay
with care.

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CHECKS
CHECKING LEVELS
Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
If a level drops signifi cantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Oil level The reading will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 15 minutes.
The check is carried out either
when the ignition is switched on using
the oil level indicator on the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.
Between two oil changes, the consump-
tion should not exceed 0.5 litre per
600 miles (1,000 km).
Engine oil change
Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty
Guide for details of the interval for this
operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the
engine and emission control system,
the use of additives in the engine oil is
prohibited.
Oil grade
The oil must be suitable for your engine
and conform to the manufacturer's rec-
ommendations. Brake fluid level
The brake fl uid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.
Changing the fluid
Refer to the Maintenance and Warranty
Guide for details of the interval for this
operation.
Fluid specification
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
meet the DOT4 standard.
Coolant level The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is regulated
by the fan. This can operate with the ig-
nition off.

On vehicles which are fi tted with a par-
ticle emission fi lter, the fan may oper-
ate after the vehicle has been switched
off, even if the engine is cold.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying
out any work. To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be
changed.
Fluid specification
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.
Screenwash fluid level
Top up the level when necessary.
Fluid specification
For optimum cleaning and to avoid
freezing, this fl uid must not be topped
up or replaced with water.
Take care when carrying out
checks under the bonnet as
some parts of the engine can be
very hot (risk of burns).

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BATTERY
Procedure for charging your battery
when it is fl at or for starting the engine
using another battery.
The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access to it:

 open the bonnet using the interior
lever, then the exterior lever,

 secure the bonnet strut,

 remove the plastic cover by pulling
on its grip for access to the two ter-
minals,

 unclip the fuse box to remove the
battery, if necessary.
Access to the battery
Starting using another battery

 Connect the red cable to the posi-
tive terminal (+) of the fl at battery A ,
then to the positive terminal (+) of
the slave battery B .

 Connect one end of the green or
black cable to the negative terminal
(-) of the slave battery B .

 Connect the other end of the green
or black cable to the negative termi-
nal (-) of the fl at battery A .

 Start the slave vehicle.

 Operate the starter of the broken
down vehicle and let the engine
run.

 Wait until the engine returns to idle
and disconnect the cables.

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TECHNICAL DATA
The infl ation pressure must be
checked when the tyres are cold,
at least once a month. If the infl ation pressure is too low,
this increases fuel consumption.
IDENTIFICATION MARKINGS
Various visible markings for the identifi -
cation of your vehicle.

A. Vehicle identifi cation number (VIN)
under the bonnet.
This number is engraved on the body-
work near the damper mounting.
B. Vehicle identifi cation number on
the dashboard.
This number is indicated on a self-
adhesive label which is visible through
the windscreen.

C. Manufacturer's label.
The VIN is indicated on a self-destroying
label affi xed to the driver's centre pillar.
D. Tyre/paint label.
This label is affi xed to the driver's centre
pillar.
It bears the following information:
- the tyre pressures, for unladen and laden conditions,
- the wheel rim and tyre sizes,
- the brands of tyre recommended by the manufacturer,
- the spare tyre infl ation pressure,
- the paint colour code.
Wheels which are fi tted with
205/45 R17 tyres cannot be fi t-
ted with snow chains. For further
information, contact a CITROËN
dealer.