2008 Citroen C3 Owner's Manual

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For long and bulky loads with the Moduboard shelf fully deployed.
With a few simple actions in the rear of the vehicle it is possible to create a fl at load area stretching from the boot aperture to the front seat backrests, rear benchseat backrests folded.
The boot can be divided into compartments depending on requirements:B- To protect fragile objects,C- To accommodate a long and bulky load,D- To take a long and bulky load as well as fragile objects,E- To take a long object and still retain 2 rear seats and two- thirds of the boot,F- To separate a fragile object from a long object.
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Electric sun roof
The sun roof can be slid back over the rear panel so that all the space vertically above the front occupants is open to the elements.
A defl ector moves into position automatically when the sun roof is opened.
Turn the control to the left to slide the sun roof (9 opening positions).
It is controlled electrically and sequentially, by a rotary switch with nine opening positions located on the roof lining between the two front sun visors.
An anti- pinch device stops the sun roof from sliding shut if it meets an obstacle, in which case it reopens.
Interior blinds
These can be positioned manually whether the sun roof is open or closed.
When the sun roof is opened, the front blind deploys automatically.
It is not possible to close the front blind with the roof open.
Warning
The fi tting of an "Accessory" sun roof is prohibited if y our vehicle has curtain airbags.

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PAY ESPECIAL ATTENTION TO WHERE CHILDREN ARE WHEN OPERATING THE SUN ROOF
Always remove the ignition key when leaving the vehicle, even if for a short time. When the driver actions the sun roof control, he should fi rst make sure that passengers are not obstructing the closing of the sun roof.
In the event of anything being caught by the sun roof clos ing, you must reverse the roof movement. To do that, reverse the position of the control concerned.
The driver should ensure that passengers use the sun roof correctly.
If the sun roof opens randomly when it should be closing, set the control to closing and keep it pressed until the sun roof is closed fully.
Warning: During this manœuvre, the anti-pinch does not operate.
In the event of a malfunction, consult a CITROËN dealerNote: At very high speeds: a long press on the control is necessary to close the sun roof.

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Removal
To remove it, detach the cords. Push up vertically, then lift on each side.
Storage areas
Tilt the shelf to stow it against the rear seats.
Refi tting
Present the shelf to its fi xing points and push vertically until it is fully engaged.
To attach the shelf and tailgate, take the cords and fi x them at B
Do not place any hard or heavy item on the rear shelf.
These could be dangerous if thrown around during harsh braking or, if they touch the rear screen, could damage the heating elements.

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B O N N E T R E L E A S E
Check that the bonnet is properly secured.
Avoid opening the bonnet in high winds.
Bonnet
This operation should only be performed while the vehicle is stationary.
To release the bonnet, pull the control located under the dash-board towards you.
Operate the lever A, located above the grille, to the right of the chevrons, then lift.Note: The panel may be hot after the vehicle has been in use.
Bonnet stay: Unclip and swivel the strut, to insert it in notch 1, then in notch 2.
Warning: Do not pull the strut towards the front.
To close
Lower the bonnet carefully, then let it drop shut.

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L E V E L SREFER TO THE CHAPTER: USER PRECAUTIONS
Air fi lter
Follow the requirements set out in the Maintenance Guide.
Windscreen/rear screen wash and headlamp wash fl uid
Use CITROËN-approved products wherever possible.
Capacity: See "Capacities".
Characteristics of fl uid
In order to ensure optimum clea-ning and to avoid freezing, you must never top up or replace this fl uid with water.
Engine coolant
The fl uid level should be between the marks MIN. and MAX. on the header tank.
Engine hot, wait at least 15 minutes.
Quality: See "Maintenance Guide".
Never do anything relating to the cooling system of an engine that is hot.
12 V battery
See "Starting with a slave battery".
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level on horizontal ground with the engine having been switched off for at least 10 minutes.
Quality: See "Maintenance Guide".
Pull out the manual dipstick.
The level should be between the marks MIN.and MAX. on the gauge.
It must never exceed the maximum.
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MIN.
Brake fl uid
The level of fl uid should be between the marks MIN.and MAX. on the reservoir.
Quality: See "Maintenance Guide".
If the warning lamp comes on while you are driving, stop immediately and contact a CITROËN dealer.immediately and immediately
Cabin particle fi lter/Odour fi lter
See "Maintenance Guide".
If opening the bonnet when the engine is hot, even if it is stopped and the ignition is switched off, remember that the cooling fan may operate at any moment.
Consult "User Precautions" at the end of this handbook.

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Engine oil
Check the engine oil level on hori-zontal ground with the engine having been switched off for at least 10 minutes.
Pull out the manual dipstick.
The level should be between the marks MIN. and MAX. on the gauge.
Topping up engine oil
Before fi lling, pull out the dipstick.
Check the dipstick after fi lling.
It must never exceed the maximum.
Screw the cap back on and close the bonnet.
Quality: See "Maintenance Guide".
If opening the bonnet when the engine is hot, even if it is stopped and the ignition is switched off, remember that the cooling fan may operate at any moment.
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Radiator – coolant fl uid
Checking the level and topping up with fl uid must always be done with the engine cold.
Engine hot
Release the protection cover.
Wait 15 minutes or for the tempe-rature to be lower than 100 °C and then carefully unscrew the cap so as to allow the pressure to drop, protecting yourself with, say, a cloth.
Topping up the coolant
The fl uid level should be between the marks MIN. and MAX. on the header tank.
Top up the level. If you have to put in more than 1 litre, have the cooling system checked by a CITROËN dealer.Top up the level. If you have to put in more than 1 litre, more than
Make sure that the cap is back on properly.Note:If you need to top up the fl uid frequently, this indicates a malfunction which you should get checked at the earliest opportunity.
Quality: See "Maintenance Guide".
Remark: The cooling fan may operate for around 10 minutes after the engine has stopped.
If opening the bonnet when the engine is hot, even if it is stopped and the ignition is switched off, remember that the cooling fan may operate at any moment.