check engine Citroen C3 RHD 2012 2.G Owner's Guide

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CHECKS
Additive level (Diesel with particle emissions filter)
According to your version of instrument
panel, the additive reservoir low level is
indicated by:

Topping up
The reservoir must be topped up with-
out delay by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.

Used products

Avoid prolonged contact of used
oil or fl uids with the skin.
Most of these fl uids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fl uids
into sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop
(France) or to an authorised
waste disposal site.
CHECKS

Unless otherwise indicated, check these
components in accordance with the servic-
ing booklet and according to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
Battery

The battery does not require
any maintenance.
However, check that the terminals
are clean and correctly tightened,
particularly in summer and winter.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environ-
ment (e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving),
replace them twice as often if neces-
sary
(refer to the "Engines" section).
A clogged passenger compartment fi lter
may have an adverse effect on the per-
formance of the air conditioning system
and generate undesirable odours.


Oil filter

Replace the oil fi lter each time
the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
interval for this component.





The presence of this label, in particular
with the Stop & Start system, indicates
the use of a specifi c 12 V lead-acid bat-
tery with special technology and speci-
fi cation, for which the involvement of a
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop is required when replacing or dis-
connecting the battery.
Failure to observe this recommendation
may shorten the life of the battery. When carrying out work on the battery,
refer to the "Practical information" sec-
tion for details of the precautions to be
taken before disconnecting the battery
and following its reconnection.


-
fi xed illumination of the particle
emissions fi lter warning lamp, ac-
companied by an audible signal,

or

- fi xed illumination of the ser-
vice warning lamp, accom-
panied by an audible signal
and a message that the par-
ticle emissions fi lter additive
level is too low.

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137
CHECKS
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing book-
let for the details of the level
checking interval for this com-
ponent.
Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the level checking
interval for this component.
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 quali-
fi ed workshop.
















Only use products recommended
by CITROËN or products of equiva-
lent quality and specifi cation.

In order to optimise the opera-
tion of units as important as the
braking system, CITROËN se-
lects 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
.

Particle emission filter (Diesel)

According to your version of instrument
panel, the start of saturation of the par-
ticle emissions fi lter is indicated by:
On a new vehicle, the fi rst opera-
tions of regeneration of the particle
emissions fi lter may be accom-
panied by the smell of "burning",
which is perfectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or
at idle, you may, in exceptional
circumstances, notice the emis-
sion of water vapour at the ex-
haust on acceleration. This does
not affect the behaviour of the
vehicle or the environment.

- fi xed illumination of the
particle emissions fi lter
warning lamp, accompa-
nied by an audible signal,
or

- temporary illumination of
the service warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message that
there is a risk of blockage of
the particle emissions fi lter.
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, refer to the
"Additive level" section.
Electronic gearbox
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.
Brake pads
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. For information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.

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139
PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Avoid removing any foreign
bodies which have penetrated
into the tyre.


Repair procedure



)
Switch off the ignition.

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

)
Check that the switch B
is in
position "O"
.
1. Sealing

)
Uncoil the white pipe G
fully.

)
Unscrew the cap from the white
pipe.

)
Connect the white pipe to the valve
of the tyre to be repaired.
)
Connect the compressor's electric
plug to the vehicle's 12 V socket.

)
Start the vehicle and leave the engine
running.

Take care, this product is harmful
(e.g. ethylene-glycol, colophony...)
if swallowed and causes irritation
to the eyes.
Keep it out of reach of children.
Do not start the compressor
before connecting the white
pipe to the tyre valve: the seal-
ant product would be expelled
through the pipe.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Removing the cartridge


)
Connect the compressor's electrical
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.




)
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 disposal
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, with-
out 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.

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162
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
If the telephone is being used at
the same time on the MyWay au-
dio navigation system, it will be
interrupted after 10 minutes. A fl at battery prevents the engine
from starting (refer to the corre-
sponding paragraph).
ENERGY ECONOMY MODE

System which manages the period of
use of certain functions to conserve a
suffi cient level of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can
still use functions such as the audio
equipment, windscreen wipers, dipped
beam headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc.
for a maximum combined period of
thirty minutes.


Switching to economy mode

Once this period has elapsed, a mes-
sage appears on the multifunction
screen indicating that the vehicle has
switched to economy mode and the ac-
tive functions are put on standby.
Exiting economy mode
These functions are reactivated auto-
matically the next time the vehicle is
driven.


)
In order to resume the use of these
functions immediately, start the en-
gine and let it run for a few minutes.
The time available to you will then be dou-
ble the period for which the engine is left
running. However, this period will always
be between fi ve and thirty minutes.
This period may be greatly re-
duced if the battery is not fully
charged.
CHANGING A FRONT OR REARWIPER BLADE
Procedure for replacing a worn wiper
blade with a new one without the use
of tools.

Before removing a front wiper
blade


)
Within one minute after switching off
the ignition, operate the wiper stalk
to position the wiper blades in the
vertical position.
This position must be used in order to
avoid damaging the wiper blade and the
bonnet.


Removal



)
Raise the corresponding wiper arm.

)
Unclip the wiper blade and remove it.


Fitting



)
At the front, check the size of the wiper
blade as the shorter blade is fi tted to
the passenger side of the vehicle.

)
Put the corresponding new wiper
blade in place and clip it.

)
Fold down the wiper arm carefully.



After fitting a front wiper blade



)
Switch on the ignition.

)
Operate the wiper stalk again to
park the wiper blades.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
We recommend the use of genu-
ine CITROËN towbars and their
harnesses that have been tested
and approved from the design
stage of your vehicle, and that
the fi tting of the towbar is en-
trusted to a CITROËN dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop.
If the towbar is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is impera-
tive that it is fi tted in accordance
with the vehicle manufacturer's
instructions.
TOWING A TRAILER, ...
The rear parking sensors will
be deactivated automatically if
a genuine CITROËN towbar is
used.

Towbar suitable for the attachment of a
trailer with additional lighting and signal-
ling.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer. Driving with a trailer places greater de-
mands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
Driving advice


Distribution of loads


)
Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
as possible to the axle and the nose
weight approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load
must be reduced by 10 % for every
1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towed loads
which apply to your vehicle.

Side wind


)
Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.


Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.


)
To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed. The maximum towed load on a long in-
cline depends on the gradient and the
ambient temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.


)
If the warning lamp and the
STOP
warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine as
soon as possible.


Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a
long mountain type of descent, the use
of engine braking is recommended.

Tyres


)

Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.



Lighting


)
Check the electrical lighting and sig-
nalling on the trailer.

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QUESTIONANSWERSOLUTION
The stored stations donot function (no sound, 87.5 Mhz is displayed...).

An incorrect waveband is selected.
Press the BAND AST button to return to the waveband (AM, FM1, FM2, FMAST) on which thestations are stored.

The quality of receptionof the radio station listened to graduallydeteriorates or the stored stations do not function(no sound, 87.5 Mhz is displayed...).
The vehicle is too far from the transmitter used by the station listenedto or there is no transmitter in the geographical area through whichthe vehicle is travelling.
Activate the RDS function to enable the system to check whether there is a more powerful transmitter in the geographical area.
The environment (hills, buildings, tunnels, basement car parks...) block reception, including in RDS mode.
This phenomenon is normal and does not indicate a failure of the audio equipment.
The aerial is absent or has been damaged (for example when goingthrough a car wash or into an underground car park).
Have the aerial checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Sound cut-outs of 1 to2 seconds in radio mode.During this brief sound cut-out, the RDS searches for any frequency permitting better reception of the station.
Deactivate the RDS function if the phenomenon is too frequent and always on the same route.

With the engine off, the audio equipment switches off after a few minutes of use.
When the engine is switched off, the audio equipment operating timedepends on the battery charge.
The switch-off is normal: the audio equipment switches to economy mode and switches off to prevent discharging of the vehicle's battery.

Start the vehicle's engine to increase the batterycharge.

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QUESTIONANSWERSOLUTION
The stored stations donot function (no sound, 87.5 Mhz is displayed...).

An incorrect waveband is selected.
Press the BAND AST button to return to the waveband (AM, FM1, FM2, FMAST) on which the stations are stored.

The traffi c announcement(TA) is displayed. I donot receive any traffi c information.
The radio station is not part of the regional traffi c information network.
Tune to a radio station which broadcasts traffi c information.

The quality of receptionof the radio station listened to graduallydeteriorates or the stored stations do not function(no sound, 87.5 Mhz is displayed...).
The vehicle is too far from the transmitter used by the station listenedto or there is no transmitter in the geographical area through whichthe vehicle is travelling.
Activate the RDS function to enable the system to check whether there is a more powerful transmitter in the geographical area.
The environment (hills, buildings, tunnels, basement car parks...) block reception, including in RDS mode. This phenomenon is normal and does not indicate a failure of the audio equipment.
The aerial is absent or has been damaged (for example when goingthrough a car wash or into an underground car park).
Have the aerial checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Sound cut-outs of 1 to2 seconds in radio mode.During this brief sound cut-out, the RDS searches for any frequency permitting better reception of the station.
Deactivate the RDS function if the phenomenon is too frequent and always on the same route.

With the engine off, the audio equipment switches off after a few minutes of use.
When the engine is switched off, the audio equipment operating timedepends on the battery charge.
The switch-off is normal: the audio equipment switches to economy mode and switches off to prevent discharging of the vehicle's battery.
Start the vehicle's engine to increase the batterycharge.
The message "the Audio system is overheated" appears on the display.
In order to protect the installation if the surrounding temperature is toohigh, the audio equipment switches to an automatic thermal protectionmode leading to a reduction of the volume or stopping of the playing of the CD.
Switch the Audio system off for a few minutes to allow the system to cool.

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VISUAL SEARCH
Running out of Diesel ............... 132
TECHNICAL DATA - MAINTENANCE

Checking levels .................135-136


- oil

- brake fl uid

- coolant

- screenwash fl uid

- additive (Diesel with particle
emissions fi lter)
Changing bulbs..................147-152


- front

- rear

- interior Checking components .......136-137


- battery

-
air fi lter/passenger compartment fi lter


- oil fi lter

- particle emissions fi lter (Diesel)

- brake pads/discs Engine compartment
fuses .......................153, 156-159 Battery ...............................160-161
Energy economy mode............. 162
Bonnet ...................................... 132
Under-bonnet layout, petrol ...... 133
Under-bonnet layout, Diesel ..... 134 Petrol engines....................169-171
LPG engines ......................172-173
Diesel engines ...................174-177
Dimensions ............................... 178
Identifi cation markings .............. 179

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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