Citroen C3 PICASSO DAG 2009.5 1.G Owner's Manual

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CHECKS Only use products recommended
by CITROËN or products of equiva-
lent quality and specifi cations.
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, CITROËN selects and of-
fers very specifi c products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment
is strictly prohibited .
Brake disc wear
Brake pads Parking brake Brake wear depends on the
style of driving, particularly in
the case of vehicles used in
town, over short distances. It
may be necessary to have the
condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn. For information relating to
checking the brake disc wear,
contact a CITROËN dealer.
If a loss of effectiveness of this
system is noticed, the parking
brake must be checked, even
between two services.
This system must be checked
by a CITROËN dealer.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for the details
of the level checking interval for this
component.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
It is designed to repair most punc-
tures which could affect the tyre, lo-
cated on the tyre tread or shoulder.
Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated the tyre.
TEMPORARY PUNCTURE REPAIR KIT
Complete system consisting of a com-
pressor and an incorporated sealant
cartridge which permits temporary re-
pair of the tyre so that you can drive to
the nearest garage. Using the kit
This procedure, comprising several
steps, must be carried out in full.

 Switch off the ignition.


Turn the selector A to the "SEALANT"
position.

 Check that the switch B is in posi-
tion "0" .

 Connect the white pipe C to the
valve of the tyre to be repaired.

 Connect the compressor's electric
plug to the vehicle's 12 V socket.

 Affi x the speed limitation sticker to
the vehicle's steering wheel to re-
mind you that a wheel is in temporary
use.

 Start the vehicle and leave the
engine running.
Access to the kit
This repair kit is available from CITROËN
dealers.

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 Switch on the compressor by moving
the switch B to position "1" until the
tyre pressure reaches 2.0 bars.

 Remove the kit, taking care to avoid
staining your vehicle with traces of
fl uid. Keep the kit to hand.

 Drive immediately for approximate-
ly three miles (fi ve kilometres), at
reduced speed (between 15 and
35 mph [20 and 60 km/h]), to plug
the puncture.

 Stop to check the repair and the tyre
pressure using the kit. If after around 5 to 7 minutes the
pressure is not attained, this indi-
cates that the tyre is not repairable;
contact a CITROËN dealer for as-
sistance.
Checking/Adjusting tyre
pressures
You can use this kit to infl ate other
accessories such as a ball or bi-
cycle tyres.
To do this, turn the selector to the
"Infl ation (AIR)" position, connect
the black pipe with the appropri-
ate adaptor to the accessory to be
infl ated, then follow the rest of the
procedure below as far as removal
of the kit.
You can also use this kit for rou-
tine checking and adjustment of
the tyre pressures on your vehicle.
For this, carry out just the following
6 points.

 Turn the selector A to the AIR posi-
tion.

 Connect the black pipe D to the
valve of the wheel.

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 Connect the compressor's electric
plug to the vehicle's 12 V socket.

 Start the vehicle again and leave the
engine running.

 Adjust the pressure using the com-
pressor (to infl ate: switch B in po-
sition "1" ; to defl ate: switch B in
position "0" and press button E ), in
accordance with the vehicle's tyre
pressure label (located on the left
hand door aperture).
A loss of pressure indicates that the puncture has not been fully plugged;
contact a CITROËN dealer for as-
sistance.

 Remove and stow the kit.

 Drive at reduced speed (50 mph
[80 km/h] max) limiting the distance
travelled to approximately 120 miles
(200 km).
 Visit a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible to have the
tyre repaired or replaced by a
technician. Take care, this product is harmful
(e.g. ethylene-glycol, colophony,
ethanediol...) if swallowed and
causes irritation to the eyes. Keep
it out of reach of children.
The expiry date of the fl uid is indi-
cated on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed
for single use; even if only partly
used, it must be replaced.
To remove the cartridge, unscrew it
completely at its cap and pull off.
After use, do not discard the car-
tridge into the environment, take
it to an authorised waste disposal
site or a CITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new
sealant cartridge, available from
CITROËN dealers.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
CHANGING A WHEEL
The tools are installed under the boot
fl oor.
For access to them:

 open the boot,

 remove the boot fl oor,

 lift up the boot carpet,

 remove the box containing the
tools,

 remove the polystyrene storage box. All of these tools are specifi c to your
vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes.

1. Wheelbrace.
For removal of the wheel trim and removal of the wheel fi xing bolts.

2. Jack with integral handle.
For raising the vehicle.

3. "Bolt cover" tool.
For removal of the bolt protectors (covers) on alloy wheels.
List of tools
Other accessories

6. Removable towing eye.
Refer to the paragraph "Towing the
vehicle".
Access to the tools
Wheel with trim

When removing the wheel , fi rst
detach the trim using the wheel-
brace 1 pulling at the valve pas-
sage hole.

When refi tting the wheel , refi t the
trim starting by placing its notch fac-
ing the valve and press around its
edge with the palm of your hand.

4. Centring guide.
For refi tting an alloy wheel to the hub.

5. Socket for the security bolts
(located in the glove box).
For adaptating the wheelbrace to the special "security" bolts.
Procedure for changing a faulty wheel
for the spare wheel using the tools
provided with the vehicle.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Fitting the steel or "space-
saver" type spare wheel
If your vehicle is fi tted with alloy
wheels, it is normal to notice, when
tightening the bolts on fi tting, that
the washers do not come into con-
tact with the steel or "space-saver"
type spare wheel. The wheel is
secured by the conical contact of
each bolt.
Access to the spare wheel
The spare wheel is installed in the boot
under the fl oor.
According to country, the spare wheel
may be steel or of the "space-saver"
type.
For access to it, refer to the paragraph
"Access to tools" on the previous page.
Taking out the wheel

 Unscrew the yellow central bolt, and
remove it.

 Raise the spare wheel towards you
from the rear.

 Take the wheel out of the boot.
Putting the wheel back in place

 Put the wheel back in its housing.

 Refi t the yellow central bolt in the
centre of the wheel.

 Tighten fully until the central bolt
clicks to retain the wheel correctly.

 Put the polystyrene storage box
back in place.

 Put the box back in place and clip it.

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Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does
not block traffi c: the ground must be
level, stable and non-slippery.
Apply the parking brake, switch off
the ignition and engage fi rst gear to
lock the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under
the wheel diagonally opposite the
wheel to be changed.
It is imperative that you ensure that
the occupants get out of the vehicle
and wait where they are safe.
Never go underneath a vehicle
raised using a jack; use an axle
stand.
Removing the wheel
List of operations

 Remove the chromed bolt cover from
each of the bolts using the tool 3 .

 Fit the security socket 5 on the
wheelbrace 1 to unlock the security
bolt.

 Unlock the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.

 Place the jack 2 in contact with one
of the two front A or rear B locations
provided on the underframe, which-
ever is closest to the wheel to be
changed.

 Extend the jack 2 until its base plate
is in contact with the ground. Ensure
that the centreline of the jack base
plate is directly below the location A
or B used.

 Raise the vehicle until there is
suffi cient space between the wheel
and the ground to admit the spare
(not punctured) wheel easily.

 Remove the bolts and store them in
a clean place.

 Remove the wheel.

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After changing a wheel
To store the punctured wheel in
the boot correctly, fi rst remove the
central cover.
When using the "space-saver" type
spare wheel, do not exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h).
Have the tightening of the bolts and
the pressure of the spare wheel
checked by a CITROËN dealer
without delay.
Have the punctured wheel repaired
and replace it on the vehicle as
soon as possible.
Fitting the wheel
List of operations

 Put the wheel in place on the hub
using the centring guide 4 .

 Screw in the bolts by hand as far as
possible.

 Pre-tighten the security bolt using
the wheelbrace 1 fi tted with the se-
curity socket 5 .

 Pre-tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.

 Lower the vehicle fully.

 Fold the jack 2 and detach it.

 Tighten the security bolt using the
wheelbrace 1 fi tted with the security
socket 5 .

 Tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1 only.

 Refi t the chromed bolt covers on
each of the bolts.

 Store the tools in the box.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
CHANGING A BULB
Procedure for replacing a faulty bulb
with a new bulb.
1. Direction indicators
(H21W amber).

2. Dipped
beam
headlamps
(H7-55W).

3. Main beam headlamps (H1-55W).

4. Sidelamps
(W5W).

5. Foglamps
(PSX24W).
The headlamps are fi tted with poly-
carbonate glass with a protective
coating:

 do not clean them using a dry
or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,

 use a sponge and soapy water,

 when using a high pressure
washer on persistent marks, do
not direct at the lamps or their
outlines for too long, so as not
to damage their protective coat-
ing and seals. Front lamps

 Do not touch the bulb directly
with your fi ngers, use lint-free
cloths.
Changing a halogen bulb should
only be done after the headlamp
has been switched off for a few
minutes (risk of serious burns).
It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs in order
not to damage the headlamp.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Changing direction indicator bulbs
Amber coloured bulbs, such as
the direction indicators, must be
replaced with bulbs of identical
specifi cations and colour.

 Remove the plastic protective cover.

 Pull the bulb-holder and replace the
bulb.
To refi t, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
When refi tting, close the plastic
cover carefully to ensure the sealing
of the headlamp. If either of the direction indicator
warning lamps is fl ashing quickly,
one of the bulbs is faulty.
Changing main beam headlamp
bulbs

 Remove the protective plastic cover
by pulling on the tab.

 Disconnect the bulb connector.

 Move the springs to release the
bulb.

 Remove the bulb and change it.
To refi t, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Changing sidelamp bulbs

 Remove the protective plastic cover
by pulling on the tab.

 Pull the bulb-holder.

 Remove the bulb and replace it.
To refi t, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Changing dipped headlamp bulbs

 Remove the protective plastic cover
by pulling on the tab.

 Turn the bulb-holder by a quarter
turn.

 Remove the bulb and change it.
To refi t, carry out these operations in
reverse order.