check engine CITROEN C3 2023 User Guide

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In the event of a breakdown
RelayColourRating (A) Functions
MINI Grey 40Accessory load (HVAC Blower/Washer)
MAXI Grey 70ECM Power
12 V battery
Lead-acid starter batteries
These batteries contain harmful
substances (sulphuric acid and lead).
They must be disposed at authorized dealer/
battery shop in accordance with regulations
and must never under any circumstances be
discarded with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection point.
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
Use goggles and gloves while working with
the battery. Diluted sulphuric acid spilled from
battery can cause blindness or severe burns.
Flush eyes or body with ample water and get
medical care immediately if suffered.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
All operations on the battery must be carried
out in a well ventilated area and away from
naked flames and sources of sparks, so as to
avoid any risk of explosion or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards.
If the battery fails (after warranty
coverage), replace it with a battery of the
same specification as the one used in the
vehicle.
Access to the battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
Naturally Aspirated engine version

(+) Positive terminal.
(-) Negative terminal.
Turbo engine version

(+) Positive terminal.
(-) Negative terminal.
A remote earth point is located near the battery.
Starting using another
battery
If the vehicle's battery is flat/drain/discharged,
the engine can be started using a backup battery
(either external or from another vehicle) and
jump leads or using a battery booster.
Never start the engine by connecting a
battery charger.
Never use a 24
V or higher battery booster.
Check beforehand that the backup battery
has a nominal voltage of 12
V and a capacity

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Alphabetical index
A
ABS 23
Adjusting headlamps
20
Adjusting seat

14
Adjusting the air distribution

17
Adjusting the air flow

17
Adjusting the headlamp beam height

20
Adjusting the height and reach of
the steering wheel

15
Adjusting the temperature

17
Advice on care and maintenance

41
Advice on driving

4, 31
Airbags

26–27
Airbags, front

26–27
Air conditioning

16–17
Air conditioning, manual

17
Air intake

18
Air vents

16
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

23
Antitheft / Immobiliser

10
B
Battery, 12 V 39, 56, 58
Battery, remote control
10
Bodywork

41
Bonnet

35–36
Boot

11
Brake discs

40
Brake lamps

47
Brakes 40
Bulbs
45
Bulbs (changing)

45–47
C
Capacity, fuel tank 35
Cap, fuel filler
35
Care of the bodywork

41
Central locking

9–10
Changing a bulb

45–47
Changing a fuse

48, 51
Changing a wheel

42
Changing the remote control battery

10
Checking the levels

37–38
Checks

37, 39–41
Checks, routine

39–40
Child lock

30
Children

25
Children (safety)

30
Child seats

25, 28–29
Child seats, conventional

29
Cleaning (advice)

41
Closing the boot

11
Control, emergency boot release

11
Control, emergency door

10
Control stalk, lighting

20
Control stalk, wipers

21
Courtesy lamp

47
Courtesy lamps

19
D
Dimensions 60
Dipstick
37
Direction indicators (turn signals)

20, 46–47
Doors

11
Driving

31
Driving economically

4
E
EBFD 23
Eco-driving (advice)
4
Electric windows

12
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)

23
Emergency warning lamps

23
Engine

35–36, 41
Engine compartment

37
Engine, petrol

60
Engines

60
Environment

10
F
Filling the fuel tank 35
Filter, air
40
Filter, oil

40
Filter, passenger compartment

16, 40
Fitting a wheel

43–44
Fittings, boot

19

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Alphabetical index
Fittings, interior 18
Flap, fuel filler
35
Flashing indicators

20, 46
Fluid, brake

38
Fluid, engine coolant

38
Folding the rear seats

15–16
Fuel

4
Fuel consumption

4
Fuel level, low

35
Fuel (tank)

35
Fusebox, dashboard

48
Fusebox, engine compartment

48, 51
Fuses

48, 51
G
Gauge, fuel 35
Gearbox, manual
32, 40
Gear lever, manual gearbox

32
Gear shift indicator

33
Glove box

18
H
Hazard warning lamps 23
Headlamps (adjustment)
20
Headlamps, dipped beam

46
Headlamps, halogen

20, 45
Headlamps, main beam

46
Heating

16
Hooks 19
Horn
23
I
Indicator, coolant temperature 7
Indicators, direction
20, 46
Indicator, service

7
Inflating tyres

40, 61
Instrument panels

5
J
Jack 42
Jump starting
56
K
Key 9–10
Key with remote control
9, 31
L
Labels, identification 60
Lamps, rear
47
LEDs - Light-emitting diodes

46–47
Level, brake fluid

38
Level, engine coolant

7, 38
Level, engine oil 37
Levels and checks
37–38
Level, screenwash fluid

21, 38
Light-emitting diodes - LEDs

46–47
Lighting, exterior

20
Lighting, interior

19
Locating your vehicle

9
Locking

9
Locking from the inside

10
Locking the doors

10
M
Maintenance (advice) 41
Maintenance, routine
39
Map reading lamps

19
Markings, identification

60
Mirrors, door

15
O
Obstacle detection 33
Oil change
37
Oil consumption

37
Oil, engine

37
On-board tools

42
Opening the bonnet

35–36
Opening the boot

11
Opening the doors

11

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Pre Delivery Inspection (PDI) Coupon
Please see the MAINTENANCE SECTION in this chapter.
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Notice of name/addressownership change
NAME/ADDRESS CHANGE 
SUBSEQUENT OWNER

Please check one of the above boxes
Owner

’s Name:
Address:
VIN:
Engine No:
Registration No:
Date of Purchase:
Mileage at Present:
Owner’s Signature:
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CO-OPERATIONPlease give complete information
Maintenance and Warranty

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LABOUR FREE SERVICE at
2 months / 2,000 kms
Please see the MAINTENANCE SECTION in this chapter.
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Notice of name/addressownership change
NAME/ADDRESS CHANGE 
SUBSEQUENT OWNER

Please check one of the above boxes
Owner

’s Name:
Address:
VIN:
Engine No:
Registration No:
Date of Purchase:
Mileage at Present:
Owner’s Signature:
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CO-OPERATIONPlease give complete information
Maintenance and Warranty

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LABOUR FREE SERVICE at
12 months / 10,000 kms
Please see the MAINTENANCE SECTION in this chapter.
Note: Parts cost to be borne by customer.
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
Notice of name/addressOwnership change
NAME/ADDRESS CHANGE 
SUBSEQUENT OWNER

Please check one of the above boxes
Owner

’s Name:
Address:
VIN:
Engine No:
Registration No:
Date of Purchase:
Mileage at Present:
Owner’s Signature:
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CO-OPERATIONPlease give complete information
Maintenance and Warranty

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LABOUR FREE SERVICE at
24 months / 20,000 kms
Please see the MAINTENANCE SECTION in this chapter.
Note: Parts cost to be borne by customer
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
Notice of name/addressOwnership change
NAME/ADDRESS CHANGE 
SUBSEQUENT OWNER

Please check one of the above boxes
Owner

’s Name:
Address:
VIN:
Engine No:
Registration No:
Date of Purchase:
Mileage at Present:
Owner’s Signature:
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CO-OPERATIONPlease give complete information
Maintenance and Warranty

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emis\
sion control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle emission ser\
vices
to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.
A: Adjust
C: Clean

I: Inspect

R: Replace
Service 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
C3 Naturally Aspirated Months
2 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Km (K) 2 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
1.2L (1199cc) (3 Cyl)
60KW @ 5750 rpm
115Nm @ 3750 rpm Air cleaner filter element
C R C R C R C R C R
Engine oil I R R R R R R R R R R
Oil Filter R R R R R R R R R R
Drain Plug Gasket R R R R R R R R R R
Change Spark plugs RR
Check accessory belt (waterpump & Strech belt) I I I I I I I R I I
Change coolant I I I I I R I I I I R
Pollen Filter R R R R R R R R R R
Fuel Filter (intank) R
Brake Fluid/Clutch Fluid I I R I R I R I R I R
Check timing belt visual condition, replace if found
damage R
Rear Twist Beam Bush – Check wear and tear or noise,
replace if found. I I I I I I I I I I
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A: Adjust C: Clean I: Inspect R: Replace
Service 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
C3 Turbo Months
2 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Km (K) 2 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
1.2L (1199 cc) (3 Cyl)
81KW @ 5500 rpm
190Nm @ 1750 rpm Air cleaner filter element
C R C R C R C R C R
Change engine oil R R R R R R R R R R
Oil Filter R R R R R R R R R R
Drain Plug Gasket R R R R R R R R R R
Change Spark plugs RR
Check accessory belt condition visually, replace if
found damage I I I I I I I R I I
Change coolant I I I I R I I I I R
Pollen Filter R R R R R R R R R R
Fuel Filter (intank) R
Brake/Clutch Fluid I R I R I R I R I R
Check timing belt visual condition, replace if found
damage R
Rear Twist Beam Bush – Check wear and tear or
noise, replace if found. I I I I I I I I I I
Maintenance and Warranty