boot Citroen C3 RHD 2012 2.G Owner's Guide

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

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 temporary use 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 or a qualifi ed workshop
without delay.
Have the punctured wheel re-
paired and replace it on the vehicle
as soon as possible.
Do not drive with more than one
temporary use spare wheel fi tted
to the vehicle at one time.


List of operations


)
Put the wheel in place on the hub.

)
Screw in the bolts by hand.

)
Pre-tighten the security bolt (if your
vehicle has them) using the wheel-
brace 1
fi tted with the security bolt
socket 4
.

)
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 (if your
vehicle has them) using the wheel-
brace 1
fi tted with the security bolt
socket 4
.

)
Tighten the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.

)
Refi t the bolt covers on each of the
bolts.

)
Store the tools in the box.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Rear lamps


1.
Brake/sidelamps (P21/5W).


2.
Direction indicators
(PY21W amber)


3.
Foglamp, right-hand side
(PR21W red)

Reversing lamp, left-hand side
(P21W).

These four bulbs are changed from in-
side the boot:


)
open the boot,

)
remove the access fl ap from the
corresponding side trim panel,

)
unscrew the butterfl y nut securing
the lamp unit,

)
unclip the lamp unit connector,

)
extract the lamp unit carefully pulling
in its middle towards the outside,

)
spread the four tabs and remove the
bulb holder,

)
turn the bulb a quarter of a turn and
change it.
To r efi t, carry out these operations in re-
verse order.
Take care to engage the lamp unit in its
guides, while keeping it in line with the
vehicle.
Changing bulbs
Amber or red bulbs, such as
those for the direction indica-
tors and rear foglamp, must be
replaced by bulbs of the same
rating and colour.
The lamps on the tailgate are
dummy units. They are there for
aesthetic purposes only.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Changing the number plate lamp
bulbs (W5W)


)
Insert a thin screwdriver into one of
the outer holes of the lens.

)
Push it outwards to unclip.

)
Remove the lens.

)
Pull the bulb out and change it.



)
Open the boot.

)
Remove the plugs A
on the inner
panel.

)
Push on the centre of the lamp
using two screwdrivers to lever it
outwards.

)
Disconnect the connector and if
necessary the screenwash pipe
from the lamp.

)
Turn the bulb holder for the faulty
bulb a quarter of a turn.

)
Pull out the bulb and change it.
To r efi t, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
















Third brake lamp (4 W5W bulbs)

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Interior lighting

Interior lamp (1/W5W)
Unclip the cover of the interior lamp 1

with a thin screwdriver, close to the but-
ton, to access the faulty bulb.


Side reading lamps (2/W5W)
Unclip the cover of the reading lamp 2

with a small screwdriver at the switch
end for access to the faulty bulb.

Boot lamp (W5W)
Unclip the unit by pushing it from the
rear.

Central storage lamps (W5W)
Unclip the lamp for access to the bulb.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
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.

General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in your country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the
towed vehicle.
The driver must stay at the wheel of the towed vehicle.
Driving on motorways and fast roads is prohibited when towing.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an
approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power
assistance for braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery
service:


- vehicle broken down on a motorway or fast road,

- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking brake,

- towing with only two wheels on the ground,

- where there is no approved towing bar available...

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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
module, smoking kit, fragrance cartridg-
es, front centre armrest, moveable mirror,
reading lamp...
"Style":

leather steering wheel, gear lever knobs,
front spoiler, rear diffuser, bumper trims,
front foglamp trims, parking brake lever
trims, aluminium footrest, alloy wheels,
wheel trims, chrome tailgate fi nisher,
chrome tailpipe fi nisher, chrome mirror
shells, chrome door handles... A wide range of accessories and genu-
ine parts is available from 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 contain-
ers, transverse roof bars, bicycle carrier,
ski carrier, roof boxes, towbars, towbar
wiring harnesses...
"Safety":

anti-theft alarm, wheel security bolts,
stolen vehicle tracking system, breath-
alyser, fi rst aid kit, warning triangle, high
visibility vest, dog guard, snow chains,
non-slip covers, foglamps kit, parking
sensors, bumper protection strips (trans-
lucent, gloss black, chrome fi nish)...

"Protection":

mats * , mudfl aps, seat covers, door sill
protectors... If a towbar and wiring are fi tted
outside the CITROËN dealer
network, this must be done
making use of the vehicle's
electrical pre-equipment and
following the manufacturer's
recommendations.

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VISUAL SEARCH
Remote control key................64-67


- opening/closing

- anti-theft protection

- starting

- battery

EXTERIOR

Lighting controls ....................79-82
Headlamp adjustment................. 82
Changing bulbs..................147-149


- front lamps

- front foglamps

- direction indicator repeaters Door mirrors ................................ 62
Doors .....................................72-74


- opening/closing

- central locking

- emergency control
Alarm .....................................68-69
Electric child lock ...................... 102
Electric windows ....................70-71
Fuel tank ................................76-77
Misfuel prevention ...................... 78 Hill start assist .......................... 124
Braking assistance ................... 104
Trajectory control ...................... 105
Tyre
pressures ....................... 142, 179 Wiper controls........................83-85
Changing
a wiper blade ......................... 162
Boot ............................................ 75
Temporary puncture
repair kit ..........................138-142
Changing a wheel ..............143-146


- tools

- removing/refi tting
Changing bulbs..................150-151


- rear lamps

- 3rd brake lamp

- number plate lamps
Rear parking
sensors ...........................129-130
Towbar ...................................... 165
Towing ...............................163-164 Accessories .......................167-168

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VISUAL SEARCH
Boot fi ttings ............................92-93


- rear parcel shelf

- hooks

- stowing rings
INTERIOR

ISOFIX mountings ...............99-101
Rear seats .................................. 61 Child seats .............................94-98 Interior fi ttings ........................88-91


- auxiliary sockets

- centre armrest

- mat
Glove box ................................... 89
Deactivating the passenger’s
airbag ..................................... 109
Airbags .............................. 108-111
Seat belts...........................106-107 Front seats.............................59-60
Audio pre-equipment ................ 166

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A ABS and EBFD systems ............ 104
Accessories ................................ 167
Accessory socket, 12V ................. 90
Adjusting headlamps .................... 82
Adjusting head restraints .............. 60
Adjusting the steering wheel ........ 63
Airbags, curtain .................. 110, 111
Airbags, front ...................... 108, 111
Airbags, lateral ................... 110, 111
Air conditioning ............................. 21
Air conditioning, digital ........... 51, 55
Air conditioning, manual ......... 51, 52
Air filter ....................................... 136
Air flow ......................................... 50
Air intake ...................................... 50
Air recirculation ...................... 53, 56
Air vents ....................................... 50
Alarm ............................................ 68
Ambient temperature (display) ..... 23
Anti-lock braking
system (ABS) ........................... 104
Anti-pinch ..................................... 70
Anti-theft ....................................... 65
Armrest, front ............................... 89
Assistance call ................... 104, 182
Audible warning .......................... 103
Audio streaming (Bluetooth) ....... 227
Audio system .......................215-236
Automatic illumination
of headlamps ........................ 79, 81
Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps .......................... 103
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ................ 83, 85
Auxiliary socket .... 90, 202, 222, 224B Battery ................................ 136, 160
Battery, charging ........................ 161
Battery, remote control ........... 66, 67
Black panel ................................... 39
Blind ............................................... 6
Bluetooth
(hands-free) ...................... 203, 225
Bluetooth (telephone) ......... 203, 225
Bonnet ........................................ 132
Boot .............................................. 75
Boot lamp ............................. 87, 152
Brake discs ................................. 137
Brake lamps ............................... 150
Brake pads ................................. 137
Brakes ........................................ 137
Braking assistance system ......... 104
C Capacity, fuel tank ........................ 76
CD MP3 .............................. 201, 221
Central locking ....................... 64, 73
Changing a bulb ..................147-152
Changing a fuse ..................153-159
Changing a wheel ...............143-146
Changing a wiper blade ....... 85, 162
Changing the date ...... 206, 228, 229
Changing the remote control
battery ........................................ 66

Changing the time ... 38, 206, 228, 229
Checking levels .................. 135, 136
Checking the engine oil level ....... 37
Checking tyre pressures
(using the kit) ............................ 142
Checks ................................132-137
Child lock .................................... 102
Children .................94-102, 107, 109C Child seats ...........................94-101
Clock .................... 38, 206, 228, 229
Closing the boot ..................... 64, 75
Closing the doors ................... 64, 72
Connectors,
audio .................. 90, 202, 222, 224
Coolant level .............................. 135
Courtesy mirror ............................ 89
Cruise control ............................. 127
Cup holder .................................... 88
D Date (setting) .............. 206, 228, 229
Daytime running lamps ................ 81
Deactivating
the passenger airbag ............... 109
Deactivating the rear windows ..... 71
Deadlocking ................................. 65
Defrosting ............................... 54, 55
Demisting ............................... 54, 55
Dials and gauges ................... 23, 24
Diesel additive level ................... 136
Dimensions ................................ 178
Dipped beam ........................ 79, 148
Dipstick ................................. 37, 135
Direction indicators ..... 103, 148, 150
Doors ............................................ 72
Doors emergency control ............. 74
Door pockets ................................ 88
Driving economically ................... 21
E EBA (Emergency braking
assistance) ............................... 104
Eco-driving (advice) ..................... 21

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
F Fusebox, dashboard .................. 153
Fuses ......................................... 153
G G.P.S. ......................................... 189
Gearbox, automatic ............ 118, 137
Gearbox, electronic .... 114, 121, 137
Gearbox,
manual ............. 112, 113, 121, 137
Gear efficiency indicator ............. 113
Gear lever .................................... 21
Gear lever, automatic gearbox ... 118
Gear lever, electronic gearbox
system .............................. 114, 137
Gear lever, manual gearbox ....... 112
Glove box ..................................... 89
GPL ............................................ 172
Guidance .................................... 189
H Halogen headlamps ................... 147
Hands-free kit ............. 203, 204, 225
Hazard warning lamps ............... 103
Head restraints, front .................... 60
Head restraints, rear .................... 61
Heating ................................... 52, 55
Height and reach adjustment,
steering wheel ............................ 63
Hill start assist ............................ 124
Hooks ........................................... 93
Horn ........................................... 103
I Indicators, direction .... 103, 148, 150
Inflating accessories
(using the kit) ............................ 142 E Economy mode .......................... 162
Electric window controls ............... 70
Electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) ................... 104
Electronic engine
immobiliser ........................... 65, 67
Emergency boot release .............. 75
Emergency braking system ........ 104
Emergency call ................... 104, 182
Emergency warning lamps ......... 103
Energy economy mode .............. 162
En
gines......................169,172,174
Engine, Diesel ..............77,134,174
Engine, petrol ...............77,133,169 Engine compartment .......... 133, 134
Engine compartment
fusebox ..................................... 156
Engine oil level indicator ...... 37, 135

Environment ...21, 51, 57, 67, 120, 136
ESP/ASR .................................... 105
F Filling with fuel .........................76-78
Fitting a wheel ............................ 146
Fittings, boot ................................. 92
Fitting speakers .......................... 166
Flashing indicators ..................... 103
Foglamps, rear ..................... 80, 150
Foglamps, front .................... 80, 149
Fragrance cartridge ...................... 58
Front seats ................................... 59
Fuel ........................................ 21, 77
Fuel consumption ......................... 21
Fuel filler flap .......................... 76, 78
Fuel gauge ................. 15, 23, 24, 76
Fuel tank ................................ 76, 78I Inflating tyres ................................ 21
Inputs for
audio system ...... 90, 202, 222, 224
Installing speakers ..................... 166
Instrument panel lighting .............. 39
Instrument panels ................... 23, 24
Instrument panel
screen .................................. 23, 24
Interior fittings ......................... 88, 89
Interior lamp ......................... 86, 152
Interior mood lighting .................... 87
ISOFIX child seats ..............100-101
ISOFIX mountings ................ 99, 101
J Jack ............................................ 143
JACK socket ......... 90, 202, 222, 224
K Keeping children
safe .....................94-102, 107, 109
Key in ignition warning ................. 65
Key with remote control ...........64-67
L Labels, identification ................... 179
Lamps, warning and
indicator .................................25-36
Level, brake fluid ........................ 135
Levels and checks ...............133-137
Lighting, guide-me home ........ 81, 82
Lighting, interior .............. 86, 87, 152
Lighting bulbs
(replacement) ....................147-152
Lighting control stalk .................... 79
Lighting dimmer ............................ 39