2008.5 Citroen C3 PICASSO service indicator

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
Deactivation warning lights
If one of the following warning lights
comes on, this confi rms that the corre-
sponding system has been switched off
intentionally. Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) deactivation
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
A specifi c button, located in the centre
of the dashboard, permits deactivation
of the system. This is confi rmed by con-
tinuous lighting of this warning lamp and
of the indicator lamp on the button.
From approximately 30 mph (50km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically.
Passenger’s air bag system
deactivation
The passenger’s air bag system
is put into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A specifi c control, located on
the driver’s side of the fascia, permits
deactivation of the system. This is con-
fi rmed by continuous lighting of this
warning light on the instrument panel or
on the seat belt and passenger’s front
air bag warning lights display.
Do not install a "rearwards facing"
child seat when the front passenger
airbag is activated, or the child risks
being killed or seriously injured. When the front passenger air-
bag is activated, this warning
light comes on on the instru-
ment panel or in the front pas-
senger seat belt and airbag
warning light display for about
a minute.

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
When the engine is running or the vehi-
cle is moving, the lighting of one of the
following warning lights indicates the
occurrence of a fault requiring interven-
tion on the part of the driver.
Central alert.
Lighting is associated with
the displaying of another
warning light:
- braking,
- power steering,
- engine oil pressure,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so. Service.
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a problem
in one of the systems which
does not have a specifi c
warning light.
In order to identify it, consult the mes-
sage on the multifunction display.
Check:
- the engine oil level,
- the screenwash fl uid level,
- the remote control battery,
- the condition of the bulbs.
For any other situations, contact a
CITROËN dealer.
The illumination of this warning light
may also indicate that the (Diesel) par-
ticle fi lter is starting to get clogged up,
due to specifi c extended urban driving
conditions: low speed, congestion, etc.
In order to regenerate the fi lter, you are
advised to drive, once traffi c conditions
allow, at a speed of 40 mph (60 km/h)
or above for at least 5 minutes (until the
warning light goes out). Braking.
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in one of
the braking systems:
- signifi cant drop in the level in the cir- cuit,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous lighting
of the ABS warning light),
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
When the vehicle is moving, check that
the handbrake is fully released.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning light must be the sub-
ject of further diagnostics by read-
ing the associated message on the
multifunction display.
Should you encounter any prob-
lems, do not hesitate to contact a
CITROËN dealer.
Warning lights
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS).
If this comes on, it indicates the
occurrence of a fault in the anti-
lock braking system.
However, this does not prevent opera-
tion of the vehicle's assisted braking.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR).
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically when
the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deactivated,
if this warning light and the indicator light
on the button come on continuously, this
indicates the occurrence of a fault in the
ESP/ASR system.
If the warning light remains on,
contact your CITROËN dealer.

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS
Maintenance indicator
System which informs the driver when
the next service is due, in accord-
ance with the manufacturer's servicing
schedule.
The point at which the service is due is
calculated from the last indicator zero re-
set. It is determined by two parameters:
- the distance travelled,
- the time elapsed since the last service.
5 seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the spanner is switched off ; the
distance recorder resumes its normal
operation. The display then indicates
the total and trip distances. Less than 600 miles (1 000 km)
remain before the next service is
due

Example: 400 miles (900 km) remain
before the next service is due.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the display indicates:
5 seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the distance recorder resumes its
normal operation. The spanner re-
mains on to indicate that a service
must be carried out soon.
More than 600 miles (1 000 km)
remain before the next service is
due
For 5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the spanner symbolising
the service operations comes on. The
distance recorder display line indicates
the distance remaining before the next
service is due.

Example: 4 800 km remain before the
next service is due.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the display indicates:

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INSTRUMENTS and CONTROLS Following this operation, if you wish
to disconnect the battery, lock the
vehicle and wait at least fi ve minutes
for the zero reset to be taken into
account.
Maintenance indicator zero reset
After each service, the maintenance in-
dicator must be reset to zero.
Your CITROËN technician resets the
indicator to zero after each service.
However, if you do your own servicing,
the procedure for resetting to zero is as
follows:

 switch off the ignition,

 press and hold the trip distance re-
corder zero reset button,

 switch on the ignition; the distance re-
corder display begins a countdown,

 when the display indicates "=0" , re-
lease the button; the spanner disap-
pears.
The distance remaining may be
weighted by the time factor, depend-
ing on the driver's driving habits.
Therefore, the spanner may also
come on if you have exceeded the
two year service interval.
Service overdue
For 5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on,
the spanner fl ashes to
indicate that the service must be carried
out as soon as possible.

Example: the service is overdue by
300 km.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the display indicates:
5 seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the distance recorder resumes its
normal operation. The spanner re-
mains lit . Retrieving the service information
You can access the service information
at any time.

 Press the trip distance recorder zero
reset button.
The service information is displayed for
a few seconds, then disappears.

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The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more
than 15 minutes.
Engine oil level indicator
System which informs the driver of the
validity or invalidity of the engine oil
level.
This information is indicated for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
on, after the service information.
Oil level correct
Lack of oil
Oil level gauge fault
Dipstick
This is indicated by the fl ashing of

"OIL" , linked with the service warning
light, accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction dis-
play.
If the lack of oil is confi rmed by a check
using the dipstick, it is essential that the
level is topped up to prevent damage to
the engine.
This is indicated by the fl ashing of "OIL --" .
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Refer to the "Checks" section to locate
the dipstick and the oil fi ller cap on your
engine.
There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:
- A = max; never exceed
this level,
- B = min; top up the level
via the oil fi ller cap, us-
ing the type of oil suited
to your engine.

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DRIVING
Deactivation
The system will be deactivated au-
tomatically when towing a trailer
or when a bicycle carrier is fi tted
(vehicle fi tted with a towbar or bi-
cycle carrier recommended by
CITROËN). Reactivation
Press button
A again to reactivate the
system. The indicator light on the button
is switched off.
If there is an operating fault, when re-
verse gear is engaged, the service
warning light comes on, accompanied
by an audible signal (short bleep) and
a message on the multifunction display.
With the engine running, press button A
to deactivate the system permanently.
The indicator light on the button comes
on. In bad or wintry weather, ensure
that the sensors are not covered
with mud, frost or snow.