oil pressure Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD 2012.5 1.G Owner's Manual

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Limit the causes of excess consumption
Spread loads throughout the vehicle; place the heaviest items in the bottom of the boot, as close as possible to the rear seats.Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and reduce wind resistance (roof bars, roof rack, bicycle carrier, trailer...). Use a roof box in preference.Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.


At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit your summer tyres.


Observe the recommendations on
maintenance


Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold, referring to the label inthe door aperture, driver's side. Carry out this check in par ticular:


- before a long journey,

- at each change of season,

- after a long period out of use.
Don't forget the spare wheel and the tyres on any trailer or caravan.


Have your vehicle ser viced regularly (engine oil, oil filter, air filter...) andobser ve the schedule of operations recommended by the manufacturer.


When refuelling, do not continue after the 3 rd
cut-off of the nozzle toavoid any overflow.


At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only after the first 1 800 miles (3 000 kilometres) that you will see the fuel consumption settle down toa consistent average.

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Monitoring
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Warning lamps
Warning lampis onCauseAction / Observations
STOP
fixed, alone or associated withanother warning lamp,accompanied by anaudible signal and a
message on the screen.
The illumination of this warning lamp
is related to a serious fault with thebraking system, the power steering,
the engine oil pressure or the enginecoolant temperature. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so, as the en
gine may cut out while driving.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Service
temporarily,
accompanied by an
audible signal and
a messa
ge on the
multifunction screen.
A minor fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown on
the screen, such as, for example:


- engine oil level,

- screenwash level,

- remote control batter
y,

- state of the bulbs,

- saturation of the par ticle emission filter on Diesel
vehicles
(see "Checks - Particle Emissions
Filter").
For any other faults, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


fixed, accompanied by an
audible signal and a messageon the multifunction screen.
A major fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown
on the screen and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated further by reading the associated message in the multifunction screen.If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

When the engine is running or the vehicle is
being driven, the illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which
requires action on the par t of the driver.

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Monitoring
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Low fuel level fixed. When it first comes on there remainsapproximately 5 litres offfuel
in the
tank. Yo u m u s t r e
fuel as soon as possible to avoid running out of fuel.This warning lamp will come on every time the ignition
is switched on, until a sufficient addition of fuel is made.
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 50 litres (petrol) or
48 litres (Diesel); depending on version: approximately
30 litres (petrol or Diesel).
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel as
this could damage the emission control and injection systems.
Warning lampis onCauseAction / Observations
Maximum coolant temperature
fixed red. The temperature of the cooling system is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before topping
up the level, if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified workshop.
Engine oilpressure
fixed. There is a fault with the engine
lubrication system. You must stop as soon it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and contact a CITROËN
dealer or a quali
fied workshop.
Battery charge
fixed. The battery charging circuit has a fault (dirty or loose terminals, slack or cut alternator belt, ...). The warnin
g lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Checks
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Petrol engines
1.
Screenwash fluid reservoir. 2.Coolant header tank.3.Air filter.4.
Brake fluid reservoir.
5. Battery.
6.Fusebox.7. Engine oil dipstick.8.Engine oil filler cap.
To avoid damaging the electrical units,the use of a high pressure washer in the engine compar tment is strictly prohibited.

Checks
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Coolant level

The coolant level should be close
to the "MA X" mark but should never exceed it.

Fluid specifi cation

For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with plain water.

Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be changed.
Screenwash fluid level
When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
Top up the level when necessary.
The cooling fan may star t after switching
off the engine: take care with ar ticles andclothing that might become caught by thefan blades.
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised,
wait at least one hour after switching off theengine before carrying out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop.
When the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up the level.
Diesel additive level
(Diesel engine with particle
emission filter)






Used
products


To p p i ng up

This additive must be topped up by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.


Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful tohealth or indeed very corrosive.

Do not discard used oil or fluids into sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop (France) or to anauthorised waste disposal site.
Th
e additive reservoir lowlevel is indicated by fixed
illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible
warning and a message in the
multifunction screen.

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2. Infl ation
)Turn the selector Ato the "air" position.)Uncoil the black pipe Hfully. )Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel.
) Connect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket.) Star t the vehicle again and leave the engine running.

)Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch B
in position "I"
; to deflate: switch B
in position "O"and press button C), in accordance with the vehicle's
tyre pressure label (located on the left hand
door aperture).
A loss of pressure indicates that thepuncture has not been fully plugged; contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop for assistance.)Remove and stow the kit.)Drive at reduced speed (50 mph
[80 km/h] max) limiting the distance
travelled to approximately 120 miles (200 km).

As soon as possible, go to a CITROËNdealer or a qualified workshop.You must inform the technician that you have used this kit. After inspection, the technician will advise you on whether
the tyre can be repaired or if it must be replaced.

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Practical information
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Removing the cartridge
)Stow the black pipe. )Detach the angled base from the white pipe.)Suppor t the compressor ver tically.)Unscrew the car tridge from the bottom.
Checking tyre pressures /
inflating accessories
You can also use the compressor, without
injecting any product, to:
- check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,
- inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle
tyres...).

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Turn the selector Ato the "Air"
position.
) Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.)
Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fit one of the adaptorssupplied with the kit first.
) Connect the compressor's electrical connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket. )
Star t the vehicle and let the engine run. )
Adjust the pressure using the compressor (to inflate: switch B
in position "I" ; to deflate: switch B
in position "O"and press button C), according to the vehicle's tyrepressure label or the accessory's pressure
label. ) Remove the kit then stow it.




Beware of discharges of fluid.
The expiry date of the fluid is indicated on the car tridge.
The sealant car tridge is designed for single use; even if only partly used, itmust be replaced. After use, do not discard the car tridgeinto the environment, take it to an authorised waste disposal site or a CITROËN dealer.

Do not forget to obtain a new sealantcartridge, available from CITROËN dealers or from a qualified workshop.

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275 Alphabetical index
ABS and EBFD systems .............................114Accessories................................................187Accessory socket, 12 volt................92, 94, 96Adjusting headlamps ....................................85Adjusting head restraints........................58,60Adjusting seat belt height ............................117Adjusting the steering wheel .........................63Advice on care andmaintenance.............................................145Airbags, curtain ...................................123, 124Airbags, front.......................................121, 124Airbags, lateral....................................123, 124Air conditioning.............................................20Air conditioning, digital............................49,53Air conditioning, manual.........................49,51Air filter........................................................r149Air flow..........................................................20Air vents ........................................................48Anti-lock braking system (ABS)........................................................114Anti-pinch ......................................................69Anti-theft........................................................66Armrest..........................................................58Armrest, rear.................................................r96Ashtray, por table...........................................92Assistance call....................................114, 200Audible warning ..........................................113Audio streaming (Bluetooth)........................................240, 267Audio system..............................255,268,270Automatic illumination
of headlamps ........................................79, 82Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps...........................................113Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ................................86,88Auxiliary sockets.........................241, 262, 264
Battery.................................................149, 179Battery, charging .........................................179Battery, remote control...........................67,68Blinds.............................................................96Bluetooth (hands-free)........................224, 265Bluetooth (telephone)..................................224Bonnet.........................................................143Bonnet stay .................................................143Boot...............................................................74
Boot floor, adjustable ............................99,100Boot lamp..............................................91, 170Bottle holder..................................................r92Brake discs..................................................150Brake lamps................................................168Brake pads..................................................150Brakes.........................................................150Braking assistance system .........................114
Capacit
y, fuel tank ........................................76CD MP3.......................................................261Central locking........................................64, 72Changing a bulb..................................163, 168Changing a fuse..........................................172Changing a wheel ....................................... 156Changing a wiper blade ........................88,182Changing the date.........................................35Changing the remote control battery............67Changing the time.........................................35Checking levels...................................147,148Checking the engine oil level ........................33Checking tyre pressures (using the kit) ......151Checks ................................145, 146,149, 150Children ........................................107,110, 111Child seats.................................103, 106-108Child seats, conventional............................106
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Child surveillance mirror...............................r93Cigar lighter...................................................r92Closing the boot ......................................64, 74Closing the doors....................................64,71Connectors, audio...............................262, 264Coolant level...............................................148Cornering lamps...........................................84Courtesy lamps.....................................89,170Courtesy mirror.............................................r93Cruise control..............................................137Cup holder...............................................r92, 96
Deactivating the passenger airbag .............121Deactivating the rear windows......................69Deadlocking ..................................................65Defrosting ......................................................50Dials ..............................................................22Diesel additive level....................................148Dimensions.................................................196Dipped beam.........................................79, 164Dipstick..................................................33, 147Direction indicators.............................113, 168Doors.............................................................71Doors emergency control .............................73
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EBA (Emergency braking assistance)...114,115Eco-driving...................................................20Eco-driving (advice)......................................20Economical driving .......................................20Economy mode ...........................................181Electric window controls...............................69
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