2011.5 Citroen C3 RHD check engine
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BONNET
Protects the components of the engine
and provides access for checking levels.
Opening
)
Push the exterior safety catch B
to
the left and raise the bonnet.
)
Unclip the bonnet stay C
from its
housing, holding it by its foam pro-
tection.
)
Fix the stay in the notch to hold the
bonnet open.
The location of the interior re-
lease lever prevents opening of
the bonnet while the front left
door is closed.
Closing
)
Take the stay out of the support
notch.
)
Clip the stay in its housing.
)
Lower the bonnet and release it at
the end of its travel.
)
Pull on the bonnet to check that it is
fully latched.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL (DIESEL)
If your vehicle is fi tted with an HDi en-
gine, the fuel system must be primed if
you run out of fuel.
This system consists of a priming pump
and a transparent pipe under the bonnet.
)
Fill the fuel tank with at least fi ve litres
of Diesel.
)
Open the bonnet.
)
Depending on version, unclip the
cover to gain access to the priming
pump.
)
Squeeze and release the priming
pump until resistance is felt (could
be from the fi rst application) and fuel
appears in the transparent pipe with
the green connector.
)
Operate the starter until the engine
starts.
)
Depending on version, put the cover
back in position and clip it in place.
)
Close the bonnet.
If the engine does not start at the
fi rst attempt, do not try again.
Operate the priming pump again,
then the starter. When the engine is hot, handle
the exterior safety catch and the
stay with care.
Before doing anything under the
bonnet, switch off the Stop &
Start system to avoid any risk of
injury resulting from an automatic
change to START mode.
)
Open the front left door.
)
Pull the interior release lever A
,
located at the bottom of the door
aperture.
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PETROL ENGINES
1.
Screenwash fl uid reservoir.
2.
Coolant header tank.
3.
Air fi lter.
4.
Brake fl uid reservoir.
5.
Battery.
6.
Fusebox.
7.
Engine oil dipstick.
8.
Engine oil fi ller cap.
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DIESEL ENGINES
1.
Screenwash fl uid reservoir.
2.
Coolant header tank.
3.
Air fi lter.
4.
Brake fl uid reservoir.
5.
Battery.
6.
Fusebox.
7.
Engine oil dipstick.
8.
Engine oil fi ller cap.
9.
Priming pump (on fuel fi lter).
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CHECKING LEVELS
Check all of these levels regularly and
top them up if necessary, unless other-
wise indicated.
If a level drops signifi cantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop.
Oil level
The reading will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground
and the engine has been off for
more than 30 minutes.
The check is carried out either when the igni-
tion is switched on using the oil level indicator
in the instrument panel, or using the dipstick.
Engine oil change
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the
engine and emission control system,
the use of additives in the engine oil is
prohibited.
Oil grade
The oil must be suitable for your en-
gine and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
The brake fl uid level should be
close to the "MAX" mark. If it is
not, check the brake pad wear.
Changing the fl uid
Refer to the servicing booklet for details
of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and
meet the DOT4 standard.
Coolant level
The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.
When the engine is warm, the
temperature of the coolant is regulated
by the fan. This can operate with the igni-
tion off.
On vehicles which are fi tted with a par-
ticle emission fi lter, the fan may ope-
rate after the vehicle has been switched
off, even if the engine is cold.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying
out any work. To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be changed.
Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the manu-
facturer's recommendations.
Screenwash fluid level
Top up the level when neces-
sary.
Fluid specifi cation
For optimum cleaning and to avoid
freezing, this fl uid must not be topped
up or replaced with plain water.
Take care when carrying out
checks under the bonnet as
some parts of the engine can be
very hot (risk of burns).
It is normal to top up the engine oil
between services. CITROËN recom-
mends that you check the oil level and
top up if necessary, every 3 000 miles
(5 000 kilometres).
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Additive level (Diesel with particle emissions filter)
According to your version of instrument
panel, the additive reservoir low level is
indicated by:
Topping up
The reservoir must be topped up with-
out delay by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.
Used products
Avoid prolonged contact of used
oil or fl uids with the skin.
Most of these fl uids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fl uids
into sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop
(France) or to an authorised
waste disposal site.
CHECKS
Unless otherwise indicated, check these
components in accordance with the servic-
ing booklet and according to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
Battery
The battery does not require
any maintenance.
However, check that the terminals
are clean and correctly tightened,
particularly in summer and winter.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environ-
ment (e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving),
replace them twice as often if neces-
sary
(refer to the "Engines" section).
A clogged passenger compartment fi lter
may have an adverse effect on the per-
formance of the air conditioning system
and generate undesirable odours.
Oil filter
Replace the oil fi lter each time
the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the replacement
interval for this component.
The presence of this label, in particular
with the Stop & Start system, indicates
the use of a specifi c 12 V lead-acid bat-
tery with special technology and speci-
fi cation, for which the involvement of a
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed work-
shop is required when replacing or dis-
connecting the battery.
Failure to observe this recommendation
may shorten the life of the battery. When carrying out work on the battery,
refer to the "Practical information" sec-
tion for details of the precautions to be
taken before disconnecting the battery
and following its reconnection.
-
fi xed illumination of the particle
emissions fi lter warning lamp, ac-
companied by an audible signal,
or
- fi xed illumination of the ser-
vice warning lamp, accom-
panied by an audible signal
and a message that the par-
ticle emissions fi lter additive
level is too low.
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Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing book-
let for the details of the level
checking interval for this com-
ponent.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the level checking
interval for this component.
Manual parking brake
If a loss of effectiveness of this
system is noticed, the parking
brake must be checked, even
between two services.
Checking this system must be
done by a CITROËN dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.
Only use products recommended
by CITROËN or products of equiva-
lent quality and specifi cation.
In order to optimise the opera-
tion of units as important as the
braking system, CITROËN se-
lects and offers very specifi c
products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compart-
ment is strictly prohibited
.
Particle emission filter (Diesel)
According to your version of instrument
panel, the start of saturation of the par-
ticle emissions fi lter is indicated by:
On a new vehicle, the fi rst opera-
tions of regeneration of the particle
emissions fi lter may be accom-
panied by the smell of "burning",
which is perfectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or
at idle, you may, in exceptional
circumstances, notice the emis-
sion of water vapour at the ex-
haust on acceleration. This does
not affect the behaviour of the
vehicle or the environment.
- fi xed illumination of the
particle emissions fi lter
warning lamp, accompa-
nied by an audible signal,
or
- temporary illumination of
the service warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible
signal and a message that
there is a risk of blockage of
the particle emissions fi lter.
As soon as the traffi c conditions per-
mit, regenerate the fi lter by driving at a
speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until
the warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, refer to the
"Additive level" section.
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil
change).
Refer to the servicing booklet
for details of the checking in-
terval for this component.
Brake pads
Brake disc wear
Brake wear depends on the
style of driving, particularly in
the case of vehicles used in
town, over short distances. It
may be necessary to have the
condition of the brakes checked, even
between vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn. For information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Avoid removing any foreign
bodies which have penetrated
into the tyre.
Repair procedure
)
Switch off the ignition.
)
Turn the selector A
to the
"sealant" position.
)
Check that the switch B
is in
position "O"
.
1. Sealing
)
Uncoil the white pipe G
fully.
)
Unscrew the cap from the white
pipe.
)
Connect the white pipe to the valve
of the tyre to be repaired.
)
Connect the compressor's electric
plug to the vehicle's 12 V socket.
)
Start the vehicle and leave the engine
running.
Take care, this product is harmful
(e.g. ethylene-glycol, colophony...)
if swallowed and causes irritation
to the eyes.
Keep it out of reach of children.
Do not start the compressor
before connecting the white
pipe to the tyre valve: the seal-
ant product would be expelled
through the pipe.
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Removing the cartridge
)
Connect the compressor's electrical
connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.
)
Start the vehicle and let the engine
run.
)
Adjust the pressure using the compres-
sor (to infl ate: switch B
in position "I"
;
to defl ate: switch B
in position "O"
and
press button C
), according to the vehi-
cle's tyre pressure label or the acces-
sory's pressure label.
)
Remove the kit then stow it.
)
Stow the black pipe.
)
Detach the angled base from the
white pipe.
)
Support the compressor vertically.
)
Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.
Beware of discharges of fl uid.
The expiry date of the fl uid is in-
dicated on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed
for single use; even if only partly
used, it must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the car-
tridge into the environment, take
it to an authorised waste disposal
site or a CITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new
sealant cartridge, available from
CITROËN dealers or from a
qualifi ed workshop.
Checking tyre pressures/inflating accessories
You can also use the compressor, with-
out injecting any product, to:
- check or adjust the pressure of your
tyres,
- infl ate other accessories (balls, bicycle
tyres...).
)
Turn the selector A
to the
"Air" position.
)
Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.
)
Connect the black pipe to
the valve of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fi t one of the adaptors
supplied with the kit fi rst.