engine Citroen C3 PICASSO 2008.5 1.G Owner's Manual (204 Pages)

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
PETROL - DIESEL INSTRUMENT PANEL
Panel grouping together the digital indicator, the multifunction display and the
vehicle operation indicator lights.

1. Rev counter.
Indicates the speed of rotation of the engine (x 1000 rpm).

2. Rev counter zone indicating that you
must change up a gear.

3. Speed limiter
or
Cruise control.
(km/h or mph)

4. Electric child lock indicator light.
Indicates, for a few seconds, the activation of the electric child lock
(deactivation of the rear windows
and doors).
Translucent digital indicator
This display groups together the warn-
ing and information messages.
Multifunction display
Indicator lights display zone
This zone groups together the vehicle
operation indicator lights.
Display zero reset button
This permits resetting of the function
selected to zero (trip distance recorder
or maintenance indicator).
Instrument panel lighting button
This adjusts the brightness of the light-
ing of the instruments and controls.
For further information, refer to the
paragraph relating to the button or
function and its associated display.

5. Fuel level.
Indicates the quantity of fuel remain- ing in the tank.

6. Vehicle speed.
Indicates the current speed of the moving vehicle (km/h or mph).

7. Trip distance recorder.
(km or miles)

8. Maintenance indicator.
(km or miles) then,
Distance recorder.
(km or miles)

9. Engine oil level indicator.

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
The warning lights may come on
continuously or ﬂ ash.
Certain warning lights may come
on in two different modes. Only by
relating the type of lighting to the
operating status of the vehicle can
it be ascertained whether the situ-
ation is normal or whether a fault
has occurred.
Indicator and warning lights
Visual indicators informing the driver
that a system is in operation (operation
or deactivation indicator lights) or of the
occurrence of a fault (warning light).
Associated warnings
The switching on of certain warning
lights may be accompanied by an audi-
ble signal and a message on the multi-
function display.
Operation indicator lights
If one of the following indicator lights comes on, this co
nﬁ rms that the correspond-
ing system has come into operation.
Left-hand direction indicator.
Sidelamps.
Handbrake applied.
Main beam headlamps.
Dipped headlamps.
Front fog lamps.
Coolant temperature.
If lit, this indicates that the en-
gine is cool. Right-hand direction
indicator.
When the ignition is switched on
The warning lights come on for a few
seconds when the vehicle's ignition is
switched on.
When the engine is started, these warn-
ing lights should switch off.
If they remain on, before moving off,
consult the warning light concerned.
Diesel engine pre-heating
Wait until this goes off before
operating the starter.
Rear fog lamp.
Electric child lock
If lit, the child lock is activated.
This warning light is displayed a
few seconds after the function
is activated.

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When the engine is running or the vehi-
cle is moving, the lighting of one of the
following warning lights indicates the
occurrence of a fault requiring interven-
tion on the part of the driver.
Central alert.
Lighting is associated with
the displaying of another
warning light:
- braking,
- power steering,
- engine oil pressure,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so. Service.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a problem
in one of the systems which
does not have a speciﬁ c
warning light.
In order to identify it, consult the mes-
sage on the multifunction display.
Check:
- the engine oil level,
- the screenwash ﬂ uid level,
- the remote control battery,
- the condition of the bulbs.
For any other situations, contact a
CITROËN dealer.
The illumination of this warning light
may also indicate that the (Diesel) par-
ticle ﬁ lter is starting to get clogged up,
due to speciﬁ c extended urban driving
conditions: low speed, congestion, etc.
In order to regenerate the ﬁ lter, you are
advised to drive, once trafﬁ c conditions
allow, at a speed of 40 mph (60 km/h)
or above for at least 5 minutes (until the
warning light goes out). Braking.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the braking systems:
- signiﬁ cant drop in the level in the cir- cuit,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous lighting
of the ABS warning light),
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
When the vehicle is moving, check that
the handbrake is fully released.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning light must be the sub-
ject of further diagnostics by read-
ing the associated message on the
multifunction display.
Should you encounter any prob-
lems, do not hesitate to contact a
CITROËN dealer.
Warning lights
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the anti-
lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent opera-
tion of the vehicle's assisted braking.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deactivated,
if this warning light and the indicator light
on the button come on continuously, this
indicates the occurrence of a fault in the
ESP/ASR system.
If the warning light remains on,
contact your CITROËN dealer.

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS Engine autodiagnostics
system.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the en-
gine management system.
If it ﬂ ashes, it indicates the occurrence
of a fault in the emission control sys-
tem.
Low fuel level. If this comes on, it indicates that
you only have enough fuel left
to drive approximately 30 miles
(50 km).
The capacity of the tank is approximately
50 litres.
Coolant temperature.
If this comes on, it indicates that
the temperature in the cooling
system is too high.

Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
Wait for a few minutes before switching
off the engine.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.

After a few minutes driving, the tempera-
ture and the pressure rise in the cooling
system.
Air bags.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the air bag or seat belt preten-
sioner systems.
Power steering
If this is displayed, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
the power steering. Get to a
CITROËN dealership as safely
as possible.
Door open.
A door or the boot is open:
Battery charge.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in the
battery charging circuit (dirty or
loose terminals, slack or cut alternator
belt...). Engine oil pressure.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the en-
gine lubrication circuit. Stop the
vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
To top up the level:

 wait for the engine to cool down,

 unscrew the cap by 2 turns to allow
the pressure to fall,

 when the pressure has fallen, re-
move the cap,

 top up the level to the "MAXI" mark.
Seat belt not fastened/
unfastened.
If this comes on, it indicates
that the driver and/or the front
passenger has not fastened or has un-
fastened his seat belt.
It also indicates that one or more rear
passengers have unfastened their seat
belt.
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if the speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h),
this warning light comes on continuously.
- if the speed is higher than 6 mph (10 km/h), this warning light comes on
continuously, accompanied by an audi-
ble signal.

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The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more
than 15 minutes.
Engine oil level indicator
System which informs the driver of the
validity or invalidity of the engine oil
level.
This information is indicated for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
on, after the service information.
Oil level correct
Lack of oil
Oil level gauge fault
Dipstick
This is indicated by the ﬂ ashing of

"OIL" , linked with the service warning
light, accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction dis-
play.
If the lack of oil is conﬁ rmed by a check
using the dipstick, it is essential that the
level is topped up to prevent damage to
the engine.
This is indicated by the ﬂ ashing of "OIL --" .
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Refer to the "Checks" section to locate
the dipstick and the oil ﬁ ller cap on your
engine.
There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:
- A = max; never exceed
this level,
- B = min; top up the level
via the oil ﬁ ller cap, us-
ing the type of oil suited
to your engine.

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COMFORT
2. Air ﬂ ow adjustment
 Turn the dial from position 1
to position 5 to obtain a
comfortable air ﬂ ow.
Windscreen, side windows
and footwells. Footwells.
Central and side vents.

 Turn the dial from blue
(cold) to red (hot) to adjust
the temperature to your
requirements.
Windscreen and side windows.
1. Temperature adjustment
The air distribution can be
adapted by placing the dial in
an intermediate position.
The heating/ventilation or air condition-
ing systems can only operate with the
engine running. 4. Air intake/Air recirculation
The intake of exterior air prevents mist-
ing of the windscreen and side win-
dows.
The recirculation of interior air insulates
the passenger compartment from exte-
rior odours and smoke.
Return to exterior air intake as soon as
possible to prevent deterioration of the
the air quality and avoid misting.

 If you place the air ﬂ ow control
in position 0 (deactivation of the
system), the temperature is no
longer maintained at a comfort-
able level. However, a slight
ﬂ ow of air, due to the movement
of the vehicle, can still be felt.
3. Air distribution adjustment
 Press the button to recir-
culate the interior air. The
indicator light comes on to
conﬁ rm this.

 Press the button again to permit the
intake of exterior air. The indicator
light switches off to conﬁ rm this.
HEATING/VENTILATION
MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING

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COMFORT
De-icing - Demisting
To quickly de-ice or demist the wind-
screen and side windows:

 place the air intake control 4 in the
"Exterior air intake" position,

 place the air distribution dial 3 in the
"Windscreen" position,

 place the temperature 1 and air ﬂ ow 2
dials at maximum,

 close the central vents, The control button is located on
the heating or air conditioning
system control panel.
REAR SCREEN DE-ICING

 Switch off the de-icing of the
rear screen and exterior mir-
rors as soon as you consider
this necessary as lower current
consumption results in reduced
fuel consumption.
Switching on
The rear screen de-icing can only oper-
ate when the engine is running.

 Press this button to de-ice the rear
screen and the exterior mirrors. The
indicator light associated with the
button comes on.
Switching off
The de-icing switches off automatically
to prevent an excessive consumption of
current.

 It is possible to stop the de-icing op-
eration before it is switched off au-
tomatically by pressing the button
again. The indicator light associated
with the button switches off.
5. Air conditioning On/Off
It enables you to:
- lower the temperature, in summer,
- increase the effectiveness of the
demisting in winter, above 0 °C.
Switching on

 Press the "A/C" button, the associa-
ted indicator light comes on.

The air conditioning does not operate
when the air ﬂ ow adjustment control
2 is in position "0".
Switching off

 Press the "A/C" button again, the
associated indicator light switches off.

 above 0 °C, switch on the air condi-
tioning by pressing the "A/C" button .
The air conditioning is designed
to operate effectively in all sea-
sons, with the windows closed.

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When the engine is cold, to prevent
too great a distribution of cold air,
the air ﬂ ow will reach its optimum
level gradually.
In cold weather, it favours the distri-
bution of warm air to the windscreen,
side windows and footwells only.
On entering the vehicle, if the
interior temperature is much colder
or warmer than the comfort value,
there is no need to change the value
displayed in order to obtain the com-
fort required. The system corrects
the difference in temperature auto-
matically and as quickly as possible.
The air conditioning only operates when
the engine is running. The driver and his front pas-
senger can each adjust the
temperature to their require-
ments.

 Turn control 2 or 3 to the left or to
the right respectively to decrease or
increase this value.
A setting around the value 21 provides
optimum comfort. However, depending
on your requirements, a setting between
18 and 24 is normal.
You are advised to avoid a left/right
setting difference of more than 3. 4. Automatic visibility programme
The automatic comfort pro-
gramme may not be sufﬁ cient
to quickly demist or de-ice the
windscreen and side windows
(humidity, several passen-
gers, ice, etc.).

 In this case, select the automatic
visibility programme.
The system automatically controls the
air conditioning, the air ﬂ ow and the air
intake and provides optimum distribu-
tion of the ventilation to the windscreen
and side windows.
Automatic operation

 Press the "AUTO" button.
The indicator light on the
button comes on. 2. Driver’s side adjustment
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING
We recommend the use of this mode:
it permits automatic and optimised
adjustment of all of the functions, pas-
senger compartment temperature, air
ﬂ ow, air distribution and air recircula-
tion, in accordance with the comfort
value that you have chosen.
This system is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the win-
dows closed. The value indicated on the display cor-
responds to a level of comfort and not
to a temperature in degrees Celsius or
Fahrenheit.

 To switch it off, press the "visibility"
button again or press the "AUTO"
button, the indicator light on the but-
ton switches off and the indicator
light on the "AUTO" button comes on.
1. Automatic comfort programme
3. Passenger side adjustment

ACCESS
Locating your vehicle

 Press the closed padlock to locate
your locked vehicle in a car park.
This is indicated by lighting of the cour-
tesy lights and ﬂ ashing of the direction
indicators for a few seconds.
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip
which has a special code. When the
ignition is switched on, this code must
be recognised in order for starting to be
possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks
the engine management system a few
minutes after the ignition is switched off
and prevents starting of the engine by
anyone who does not have the key.
Anti-theft protection
In the event of a malfunction,
you are informed by lighting
of this warning lamp, an au-
dible signal and a message
on the multifunction screen.
In this case, your vehicle does not start;
contact a CITROËN dealer as soon as
possible.
Folding the key

 First press button A to fold the key. Ignition switch
- Position 1:
Stop
- Position 2: Ignition
- Position 3: Starting
Starting the vehicle

 Insert the key in the ignition switch.
The system recognises the starting code.

 Turn the key fully towards the fascia
to position 3 (Starting) .

 When the engine starts, release the
key.

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