checking oil Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD 2012 1.G Owner's Manual

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CHECKS
CHECKING LEVELS
Brake fluid level

Oil level
The reading will only be correct if the
vehicle is on level ground and the
engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.
The check is carried out either when the ignition
is switched on using the oil level indicator in the
instrument panel, or using the dipstick.
The brake fl uid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.

Changing the fl uid
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
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
ignition off.

On vehicles which are fi tted with a par-
ticle emission fi lter, the fan may operate
after the vehicle has been switched off,
even if the engine is cold.
Fluid specifi cation
For optimum cleaning and to avoid
freezing, this fl uid must not be topped
up or replaced with plain water.


Engine oil change
Refer to the servicing booklet 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
recommendations.


Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
meet the DOT4 standard.

Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.

Changing the coolant

The coolant does not have to be changed.


Screenwash fluid level

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 or a qualifi ed work-
shop. 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.
Top up the level when necessary.
Take care when carrying out
checks under the bonnet as
some parts of the engine can be
very hot (risk of burns).


It is normal to top up the engine oil
between services. CITROËN rec-
ommends that you check the oil
level and top up if necessary, every
3 000 miles (5 000 kilometres).

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Only use products recommended
by CITROËN or products of equiv-
alent quality and specifi cation.
In order to optimise the opera-
tion of units as important as
the braking system, CITROËN
selects and offers very specifi c
products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compart-
ment is strictly prohibited
.

Manual parking brake

If a loss of effectiveness of this
system is noticed, the parking
brake must be checked, even
between two services.
Checking this system must be done by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop.
Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
the details of the level checking
interval for this component.
For information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.


Brake disc wear

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.
Brake pads

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the checking in-
terval for this component.
Electronic gearbox
Particle emission filter (Diesel)

The start of saturation of the
particle fi lter is indicated by
the temporary illumination
of this warning lamp accompanied by a
message in the multi-function screen.
As soon as the traffi c conditions per-
mit, regenerate the fi lter by driving at a
speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until
the warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, this indi-
cates a low additive level.

On a new vehicle, the fi rst par-
ticle fi lter regeneration opera-
tions may be accompanied by
a "burning" smell, which is per-
fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation
of the vehicle at very low speed
or at idle, you may, in excep-
tional circumstances, notice the
emission of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This
does not affect the behaviour of
the vehicle or the environment.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Removing the cartridge




)
Stow the black pipe.

)
Detach the angled base from the
white pipe.

)
Support the compressor vertically.

)

Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.



Beware of discharges of fl uid.
The expiry date of the fl uid is in-
dicated on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed
for single use; even if only partly
used, it must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the car-
tridge into the environment, take
it to an authorised waste dispos-
al site or a CITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new
sealant cartridge, available from
CITROËN dealers or from a
qualifi ed workshop.

Checking tyre pressures/inflating accessories


You can also use the compressor, without
injecting any product, to:


- check or adjust the pressure of your
tyres,

- infl ate other accessories (balls, bicycle
tyres...).


)
Turn the selector A
to the
"Air" position.

)
Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.

)
Connect the black pipe to
the valve of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fi t one of the adaptors
supplied with the kit fi rst.
)
Connect the compressor's electri-
cal connector to the vehicle's 12 V
socket.

)

Start the vehicle and let the engine run.


)
Adjust the pressure using the compres-
sor (to infl ate: switch B
in position "I"
;
to defl ate: switch B
in position "O"
and
press button C
), according to the vehi-
cle's tyre pressure label or the acces-
sory's pressure label.

)
Remove the kit then stow it.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A ABS and EBFD systems ............100
Accessories ................................162
Accessory socket, 12 V ....80, 82, 84
Adjusting headlamps ....................74
Adjusting head
restraints ..............................53, 55
Adjusting seat belt height ...........102
Adjusting the steering
wheel ..........................................57
Airbags, curtain ..................108, 109
Airbags, front ......................106, 109
Airbags, lateral ...................108, 109
Air conditioning .............................20
Air conditioning, digital ...........46, 49
Air conditioning, manual .........46, 47
Air fi lter .......................................131
Air fl ow .........................................45
Air vents .......................................45
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) ........................................100
Anti-pinch .....................................62
Anti-theft .......................................59
Armrest .........................................53
Assistance call ...................100, 174
Audible warning ............................99
Audio streaming
(Bluetooth) ................................219
Audio system ..............207, 222, 224
Automatic illumination
of headlamps ........................71, 73
Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps ............................99
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ................75, 77
Auxiliary
socket .................80, 194, 214, 216B Battery ................................131, 155
Battery, charging ........................156
Battery, remote control ...........60, 61
Blinds ...........................................85
Bluetooth
(hands-free) ......................195, 217
Bluetooth (telephone) .........195, 217
Bonnet ........................................126
Bonnet stay ................................126
Boot ..............................................66
Boot fl oor, adjustable ..............87, 88
Boot lamp .............................79, 147
Bottle holder .................................81
Brake discs .................................132
Brake lamps ...............................145
Brake pads .................................132
Brakes ........................................132
Braking assistance system .........100
C Capacity, fuel tank ........................68
CD MP3 ..............................193, 213
Central locking .......................58, 65
Changing a bulb ..................142-147
Changing a fuse ..................148-154
Changing a wheel ...............138-141
Changing a wiper blade .......77, 157

Changing the date ...36, 198, 220, 221
Changing the remote
control battery ............................60

Changing the time ...36, 198, 220, 221
Checking levels ..................130, 131
Checking the engine oil level ....33, 130
Checking tyre pressures
(using the kit) ............................137
Checks ................................125-132C Children .................. 90-98, 105, 107
Child seats .............................90-97
Child surveillance mirror ...............81
Cigar lighter ..................................80
Closing the boot .....................58, 66
Closing the doors ...................58, 64

Connectors, audio ...80, 194, 214, 216
Coolant level ..............................130
Courtesy lamps ....................78, 147
Courtesy mirror ............................81
Cruise control .............................121
Cup holder ..............................80, 84
D Date (setting) ........36, 198, 220, 221
Daytime running lamps ................73
Deactivating the passenger
airbag .......................................107
Deactivating the rear
windows .....................................63
Deadlocking .................................58
Defrosting .....................................47
Dials .............................................22
Diesel additive level ...................131
Dimensions ................................170
Dipped beam ........................71, 143
Dipstick .................................33, 130
Direction indicators ...............99, 145
Doors ............................................64
Doors emergency control .............66
Driving economically ....................20
E EBA (Emergency braking
assistance) ...............................100
Eco-driving ..................................20
Economy mode ..........................157