2010.5 Citroen C3 DAG warning light
[x] Cancel search: warning lightPage 1 of 235
FAMILIARISATION Rear parking sensors
This system provides a warning when
reversing by detecting obstacles located
behind the vehicle.
118
Stop & Start
This system puts the engine temporar-
ily into standby during stops in the traf-
fi c ( r e d l i g h t s , t r a f fi c j a m s , e t c . . . ) . T h e
engine restarts automatically as soon
as you want to move off. The Stop &
Start system reduces fuel consumption
a n d e x h a u s t e m i s s i o n s , a n d p r o v i d e s
the comfort of complete silence when
stationary.
111 Temporary puncture repair kit
This kit is a complete system consisting
o f a c o m p r e s s o r a n d s e a l a n t c a r t r i d g e ,
to allow the temporary repair of a tyre.
127
Zenith windscreen
This large windscreen provides incompa-
rable visibility and light in the passenger
compartment.
6
EXTERIOR
Page 16 of 235
1
MONITORING
Panel grouping together the vehicle operation indication dials and warning lamps.
PETROL - DIESEL MANUAL GEARBOX INSTRUMENT PANELS
5. Display management button
Servicing information.
Adjust the time and choose units.
Reset the service indicator.
6. Instrument panel lighting button.
Adjusts the brightness of the lighting of the instruments and controls.
For more information, refer to the
section on the button or function
and its associated display.
Dials
1. Rev counter.
Indicates the speed of rotation of the engine (x 1 000 rpm).
2. Vehicle speed.
Indicates the current speed of the moving vehicle (mph or km/h).
3. Fuel level.
Indicates the quantity of fuel remain- ing in the tank.
4. Screen.
A. Ambient temperature.
(°Celsius or °Fahrenheit)
B. Gear
e f fi c i e n c y
indicator.
C. Time.
D. Engine oil level indicator.
Appears a few seconds after switching
on the ignition, then disappears.
E. Trip computer.
F. Service indicato
r.
(miles or km) then,
Total mileage.
These two functions are displayed successively when switching on the
ignition.
Screen
Page 17 of 235
1
MONITORING
PETROL - DIESEL MANUAL, SENSODRIVE OR AUTOMATIC
GEARBOX INSTRUMENT PANELS
Panel grouping together the vehicle operation indication dials and warning lamps.
Depending on the version, the instrument panel may have permanent back-lighting.
Dials
1. Rev counter.
Indicates the speed of rotation of the engine (x 1 000 rpm).
2. Vehicle speed.
Indicates the current speed of the moving vehicle (mph or km/h).
3. Fuel level.
Indicates the quantity of fuel remaining
in the tank.
4. Screen.
5. Display management button
Alternates display between range and trip mileage recorder.
Servicing information.
Resets the selected function to zero (trip distance recorder or service in-
dicator).
6. Instrument panel lighting button.
Adjusts the brightness of the lighting of the instruments and controls.
For more information, refer to the
section on the button or function
and its associated display.
A. Speed limiter
(mph or km/h) or
Cruise control.
B. Gear shift indicator.
C. SensoDrive
or
automatic gearbox
information.
D. Range
(miles or km) or
Trip mileage recorder.
E. Service indicator
(miles or km), then
Total mileage recorder
These two functions are displayed successively when switching on the
ignition
F. Engine oil level indicator
Appears a few seconds after switching
on the ignition, then disappears.
Screen
Page 18 of 235
1
MONITORING
Indicator and warning lamps
Visual indicators informing the driver that a system is in operat ion (operation or
deactivation indicator lamps) or of the occurrence of a fault (wa rning lamp).
When the ignition is switched on
Certain warning lamps come on for a few seconds when the vehi cle's ignition is
switched on.
When the engine is started, these same warning lamps should switch off.
If they remain on, before moving off, refer to the information on the warning lamp concerned.
Operation indicator lamps
I f o n e o f t h e f o l l o w i n g i n d i c a t o r l a m p s c o m e s o n , t h i s c o n fi r m s t h a t t h e c o r r e s p o n d i n g
system has come into operation. The warning lamps may come
o n c o n t i n u o u s l y ( fi x e d ) o r fl a s h .
Certain warning lamps may
come on in two different modes.
Only by relating the type of light-
ing to the operating status of the
vehicle can it be ascertained
whether the situation is normal
or whether a fault has occurred.
Associated warnings
The switching on of certain warning lamps may be accompanied b y an audible
signal and a message on the multifunction screen.
Warning lamp is on Cause Action/Observations
Left-hand
direction
indicato
r fl a s h i n g w i t h
buzzer. The lighting stalk is pushed
down.
Right-hand
direction
indicator fl a s h i n g w i t h
buzzer.
The lighting stalk is pushed up.
Sidelamps fi x e d . The lighting stalk is in the
"Sidelamps" position.
Hazard
warning lamps fl a s h i n g w i t h
audible signal. The hazard warning lamps
switch, located on the
dashboard, has been operated. The left-hand and right-hand direction indicators
a n d t h e i r a s s o c i a t e d i n d i c a t o r l a m p s fl a s h
simultaneously.
Page 19 of 235
1
MONITORING
Front
foglamps fi x e d . The front foglamps are
switched on. Turn the ring on the stalk rearwards twice to
switch off the front foglamps.
Rear
foglamps fi x e d . The rear foglamps are
switched on. Turn the ring on the stalk rearwards to switch off
the rear foglamps.
Diesel engine
pre-heating fi x e d . The ignition switch is at the
2nd position (ignition on). Wait until the warning lamp goes off before
starting.
The period of illumination of the warning lamp is
determined by the climatic conditions (up to about
thirty seconds in extreme climatic conditions).
If the engine does not start, switch the ignition off
and then on, wait until the warning lamp goes off
again, then start the engine.
Parking brake fi x e d . The parking brake is
applied or not properly
released. Release the parking brake to switch off the
warning lamp, keeping your foot on the brake
pedal.
Observe the safety recommendations.
For further information on the parking brake, refer
to the "Driving" section.
Dipped beam
headlamps fi x e d . The lighting stalk is in the
"Dipped beam headlamps"
position.
Main beam
headlamps fi x e d . The lighting stalk is pulled
towards you. Pull the stalk to return to dipped beam
headlamps.
Warning lamp is on Cause Action/Observations
Page 41 of 235
2
MULTIFUNCTION SCREENS
"Trip computer" menu
Once this menu has been selected, you
can consult information concerning the
status of the vehicle (warnings log, sta-
tus of functions, etc.)
A l e r t l o g
This summarises the active warning
messages, displaying them in succes-
sion on the multifunction screen. "Personalisation-
C o n f i g u r a t i o n " m e n u
D e fi n e t h e v e h i c l e p a r a m e t e r s
Once this menu has been selected, you
can activate or deactivate the following
equipment:
- wiper linked to reverse gear (refer to the "Visibility" section),
- guide-me-home lighting
- parking sensors (refer to the "Driving" section).
In the "
Trip computer
" menu, se-
lect one of the following applica-
tions:
Press the "MENU" button to gain
access to the general menu.
Press the arrows, then the "OK" but-
ton to select the "
Trip computer
"
menu.
Once this menu has been selected, you
can gain access to the following func-
tions:
- d e fi n e t h e v e h i c l e p a r a m e t e r s ,
- d i s p l a y c o n fi g u r a t i o n ,
- choice of language.
Status of functions
This summarises the status (active or
inactive) of the vehicle's functions.
Enter distance to destination
This allows you to enter an approximate
d i s t a n c e u n t i l y o u r fi n a l d e s t i n a t i o n .
Page 61 of 235
4
ACCESS
Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip
which has a special code. When the
ignition is switched on, this code must
be recognised in order for starting to be
possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks
the engine management system a few
minutes after the ignition is switched off
and prevents starting of the engine by
anyone who does not have the key. In the event of a malfunc-
tion, you are informed by
lighting of this warning lamp,
an audible signal and a message on the
multifunction screen.
In this case, your vehicle does not start;
contact a CITROËN dealer as soon as
possible. Ignition switch
- Position 1:
Stop
- Position 2: Ignition
- Position 3: Starting
Starting the vehicle
Insert the key in the ignition switch.
The system recognises the starting code.
Turn the key fully towards the dash-
board to position 3 (Starting) .
When the engine starts, release
the key. Switching the vehicle off
Immobilise the vehicle.
Turn the key fully towards you to po-
sition 1 (Stop) .
Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
Do not attach any heavy objects
to the key as this could weigh
down on it when in the ignition
switch and cause a fault.
Key reminder
If the key is left in the igni-
tion switch, an audible signal
sounds when the driver's door is
opened.
Locating your vehicle
Press the closed pad-
lock to locate your locked
vehicle in a car park.
This is indicated by lighting of the cour-
t e s y l a m p s a n d fl a s h i n g o f t h e d i r e c t i o n
indicators for a few seconds.
Page 64 of 235
4
ACCESS
Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip
which has a special code. When the
ignition is switched on, this code must
be recognised in order for starting to be
possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks
the engine management system a few
minutes after the ignition is switched off
and prevents starting of the engine by
anyone who does not have the key. In the event of a malfunc-
tion, you are informed by
lighting of this warning lamp,
an audible signal and a message on the
multifunction screen.
In this case, your vehicle does not start;
contact a CITROËN dealer as soon as
possible. Ignition switch
- Position 1:
Stop
- Position 2: Ignition
- Position 3: Starting
Starting the vehicle
Insert the key in the ignition switch.
The system recognises the starting code.
Turn the key fully towards the dash-
board to position 3 (Starting) .
When the engine starts, release
the key. Switching the vehicle off
Immobilise the vehicle.
Turn the key fully towards you to po-
sition 1 (Stop) .
Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
Do not attach any heavy objects
to the key as this could weigh
down on it when in the ignition
switch and cause a fault.
Key reminder
If the key is left in the igni-
tion switch, an audible signal
sounds when the driver's door is
opened.
Locating your vehicle
Press the closed pad-
lock to locate your locked
vehicle in a car park.
This is indicated by lighting of the cour-
t e s y l a m p s a n d fl a s h i n g o f t h e d i r e c t i o n
indicators for a few seconds.