engine Citroen C3 PICASSO 2013 1.G Owner's Guide

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Remote control

The high frequency remote control is a sensitive system; do not operate it while it is in your pocket as there is a possibility that it may unlock the vehicle, without you being aware of it.
Do not repeatedly press the buttons of your remote control out of range and out of sight of your vehicle. You run the risk of stopping it from working and the remote control would have to be reinitialised.
No remote control can operate when the key is in the ignition switch, even when the ignition is switched off, except for reinitialisation.


Locking the vehicle

Driving with the doors locked may make access to the passenger compar tment by the emergency ser vices more difficult in an emergency.
However, the vehicle unlocks automatically in the event of a serious impact causing airbagdeployment. As a safety precaution, never leave children alone in the vehicle, except for a very short period.
In all cases, it is essential to remove the key from the ignition switch when leaving the vehicle.


Anti-theft protection

Do not make any modifications to the electronic engine immobiliser system; this couldcause malfunctions.


When purchasing a second-hand vehicle

Have the pairing of all of the keys in your possession checked by a CITROËN dealer, to ensure that only your keys can be used to open and star t the vehicle.
Lost keys

Visit a CITROËN dealer with the vehicle's registration document, your personalidentification documents and if possible the key code label.
The CITROËN dealer will be able to look up the key code and the transponder coderequired to order a new key.
Do not throw the remote control batteries away, they contain metalswhich are harmful to the environment.
Take them to an approved collectionpoint.

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Doors
From out side
)After unlocking the vehicle using theremote control or the key, pull the door handle.



From inside
)
Pull the front door control to open the door;
this unlocks the vehicle completely.) Pull the rear door control to open the door;
this unlocks only the door opened.

Closing


-
when the engine is running, this
warnin
g lamp comes on, accompaniedby a message in the multifunction screen for a few seconds,
Opening
When a door is not closed correctly:

- when the vehicle is movin
g(speedhigher than 6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning
lamp comes on, accompanied by anaudible signal and a message in the multifunction screen for a few seconds.

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)After unlocking the vehicle using theremote control or the key, pull the handleand raise the tailgate.











Boot



- when the engine is running, this
warning lamp comes on, accompanied
by a message on the multifunctionscreen for a few seconds,
Tailgate release

Unlocking
)
Fold back the rear benchseat to gainaccess to the lock from inside the boot.)
Insert a small screwdriver into hole Aof thelock to unlock the tailgate.


Closing
If the tailgate is not closed correctly:


Opening
-when the vehicle is moving
(speed above6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an audible signal anda message on the multifunction screen for a few seconds.
) Lower the tailgate using the interior grab handle.
System for mechanical unlocking of the boot
in the event of a battery or central lockingmalfunction.

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Fuel tank


Low fuel levelFillin
g
A label affixed to the inside of the flap reminds you of the type of fuel to be used depending on your engine.
Wh
en the low fuel level is reachedthis warning lamp comes on in theinstrument panel. When it first comeson there remains approximately5 litresof fuel in the tank. To fill the tank safel
y:)the engine must be switched off,) open the fuel filler flap,
)
inser t the key in the cap, then turn it to the left,
)
remove the cap and hook it onto the cliplocated on the inside of the flap, )
fill the tank, but do not continue after the3rd cut- off of the pump
; this could cause
malfunctions.
When
you have filled the tank: ) put the cap back in place, )
turn the key to the right, then remove it
from the cap,
) close the flap.

Additions of fuel must be of at least 5 litres to be registered by the fuelgauge.
The key cannot be removed from thelock until the cap is refitted.
Opening the filler cap may create anoise caused by an inrush of air. This vacuum is entirely normal and results from the sealing of the fuel system. With Stop & Star t, never refuel with the system in STOP mode; you must switchoff the ignition with the key. Fuel tank capacit
y: approximately 50 litres (petrol) or 48 litres (Diesel); (Dependingon version: approximately 30 litres(petrol or Diesel)). For the LPG version:
approximately 33 litres.
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid
running out of fuel.
If you run out of fuel (Diesel), refer also to the
"Checks" section.

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Quality of the fuel used for
petrol engines
The petrol engines are perfectly compatible
with E10 or E24 type petrol bio
fuels (containing
10 % or 24 % ethanol), conforming to Europeanstandards EN 228 and EN 15376.
E85 type fuels (containing up to 85 % ethanol) are reserved exclusively for vehicles marketed
for the use of this type of fuel (BioFlex
vehicles). The quality of the ethanol mustcomply with European standard EN 15293.For Brazil only, special vehicles are marketedto run on fuels containing up to 100 % ethanol (E10 0 type).
For Russia only, the use of RON 92 unleaded petrol is possible.

Quality of the fuel used for
Diesel engines


The Diesel engines are perfectly compatible
with
biofuels which conform to current andfuture European standards (Diesel fuel whichcomplies with standard EN 590 mixed with abiofuel which complies with standard EN 14214)available at the pumps (containing up to 7 %Fatty Acid Methyl Ester).
The B30 biofuel can be used in cer tain Diesel engines; however, this use is subject to strict
application of the special ser vicing conditions.Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
The use of any other type of (bio)fuel (vegetable or animal oils, pure or diluted,
domestic fuel...) is strictly prohibited (risk of
damage to the engine and fuel system).

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Misfuel prevention (Diesel) *


Operation

When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the
fuel filler neck of your Diesel vehicle, it comes
into contact with the flap. The system remainsclosed and prevents filling.Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type filler nozzle.
*
According to country of sale.
It remains possible to use a fuel can tofill the tank. In order to ensure a good flow of fuel,do not place the nozzle of the fuel can in direct contact with the flap of the misfuel prevention device and pour slowly.
Travelling abroad

As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be different in other countries, the presence of the misfuel prevention device may make refuelling impossible.Before travelling abroad, we
recommend that you check with the CITROËN dealer network, whether your vehicle is suitable for the fuel pumps in the country in which you want to travel.
Mechanical device which prevents fillin
g the tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It avoids the risk of engine damage that can result from filling with the wrong fuel.
Located in the filler neck, the misfuel prevention device appears when the filler cap is removed.

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Courtesy lamps Selection and control of the various passenger compartment lamps.
1.Front courtesy lamp2.Map reading lamps3.Rear courtesy lamp


Front and rear courtesy lamps


Map reading lamps
)With the ignition on, press thecorresponding switch.
In this position, the courtes
y lamp comes on gradually:
Permanentl
y off.
Permanent lighting. It switches o
ff gradually:


- when the vehicle is locked,

- when the ignition is switched on,

-
30 seconds after the last door is closed.

- w
hen the vehicle is unlocked,

- when the key is removed from the ignition,

- when a door is o
pened,

- when the remote control locking button is
pressed, in order to locate your vehicle.
Footwell lighting
These lamps come on at the same time as thecourtesy lamps.

In permanent lighting mode, different lighting times are available:


- with the ignition off, approximately ten minutes,

- in energy economy mode,approximately thirty seconds,

- with the engine running, unlimited.

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This comes on automatically when the boot is
opened and goes off automatically when the boot is closed.
Torch
This is a removable lamp, fitted in the side of
the boot, which can be used to illuminate the boot or as a torch.




Boot lamp

Use
)Extract the torch from its location by pullingit from the front. )Press the switch, located on the back, to switch the torch on or off. )Unfold the suppor t, located on the back, toset down and raise the torch; for example,
when changing a wheel.



Storing
)Put the torch back in place in its location starting with the rear.
If you have forgotten to switch off the torch,
this switches it off automatically.
It the torch is not engaged correctly, it may notcharge and may not come on when the boot is
opened.
Operation
This torch operates with NiMH typerechargeable batteries.
It has a batter
y life of approximately 45 minutes
and charges while you are driving.
The lighting time varies according to the circumstances:

- when the ignition is off, approximately ten minutes,

- in energy economy mode,approximately thirty seconds,

- when the engine is running, no limit.
Observe the polarities when fitting the batteries. Never replace the rechargeablebatteries with single-use batteries.

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Deactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on softground...), it may be advisable to deactivate the
ASR and ESP systems, so that the wheels can
move freely and regain grip. ) Press the "ESP OFF"
button, located in
the centre of the dashboard.
If this warning lamp comes on
in the instrument panel and the
indicator lamp on the button comes
on, this indicates that the ASR and
ESP systems are deactivated.
Reactivation
These systems are reactivated automaticallyeach time the ignition is switched back on or
from 30 mph (50 km/h).) Press the "ESP OFF"
button again to
reactivate them manually.


Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on,accompanied by an audible signal
and a message in the multifunction
screen, this indicates a malfunction
of these s
ystems.














Trajectory control systems


The anti-slip regulation (also known as TractionControl) optimises traction to prevent skidding of
the wheels, by acting on the brakes of the driving
wheels and on the engine.
The electronic stabilit
y programme acts on the
brake of one or more wheels and on the engine
to keep the vehicle on the trajectory required bythe driver, within the limits of the laws of physics.

Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
and electronic stability
programme (ESP)
This is indicated by flashing
of this warning lamp in theinstrument panel.


Activation
These systems are activated automatically each time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a grip
or trajectory problem.
The ESP/ASR systems offer exceptionalsafety in normal driving, but this should not encourage the driver to take extra risks or drive at high speed.
The correct operation of these systems depends on obser vation of the manufacturer's recommendations regarding wheels (tyres and rims), braking components, electronic components and assembly and repair procedures.
After an impact, have these systems checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Have it checked b
y a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Parking brake
Applying
)Pull the parking brake lever fully up toimmobilise your vehicle.


When the vehicle is being driven, if this
warning lamp and the STOPwarning lampcome on, accompanied by an audible
signal and a message on the multifunction
screen, this indicates that the parking brake is still on or has not been properly released.
Releasing
)Pull the parking brake lever gently, press
the release button then lower the lever fully.









6-speed manual
gearbox

Engaging 5th or 6th gear
)
Move the lever fully to the right to engage 5th or 6th gear.



Engaging reverse gear
)Raise the ring under the knob and move
the gear lever to the left then for wards.

When parking on a slope, direct your wheels against the pavement, apply the parking brake and engage a gear.

Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary with the engine at idle.

As a safety precaution and to facilitate starting of the engine:


- always select neutral,

- press the clutch pedal.