2012.5 Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD brake fluid

Monitoring
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Warning lampis onCauseAction / Observations
Anti-lockBraking System(ABS)
fixed. The anti-lock braking system has a
fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without
delay.
Dynamic stability control(ESP/ASR)
flashing. The ESP/ASR regulation is active. The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle.
fixed. Unless it has been deactivated(button pressed and its indicator lamp
on) the ESP/ASR system has a fault. Have it checked b
y a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Engine autodiagnosis system
flashing.The engine management system hasa fault. Risk of destruction of the catalytic conver ter.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
fix
ed. The emission control system has a
f
ault.
The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not
go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop without delay.
Brakingfixed, associated with
the STOP warning
lamp. The braking system fluid level is too
low.You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid recommended by CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

+ fixed, associated with
the
STOP and ABS
warning lamp.Th
e electronic brake force distribution(EBFD) system has a fault.You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by 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.

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Diesel engines

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.9.
Priming pump (on fuel filter).

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Checks
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Checking levels
Brake fluid level Oil level
The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using theoil level indicator on the instrument panel, or using the dipstick. Th
e brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.

Changing the fl uid

Refer to the ser vicing booklet for details of the
interval for this operation.
Engine oil change
Refer to the servicing booklet for details of theinterval 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 specifi cation
The oil must be the correct grade for your
engine and conform to the manufacturer'srecommendations.


Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet theDOT3 or DOT4 standard.
If a level drops si
gnificantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the ser vicing booklet and the requirements of the warranty. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.


Take care when working under the bonnet, as certain areas of the engine may be extremely
hot (risk of burns) and the cooling fan could star t at any time (even with the ignition off).

It is normal to top up the oil levelbetween two ser vices (or oil changes).CITROËN recommends that you check the level, and top up if necessary, every3 000 miles (5 000 kms). After topping up the oil, the check when switching on the ignition with the oil level indicator in the instrument panel is not valid during the 30 minutes after topping up. It will onl
y be correct if the vehicle is on level ground and the engine has been off for more
than 30 minutes.

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If excessive travel or a loss of effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must be checked, even between two ser vices.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for the
details of the level checking inter val for this component.
For in
formation on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.


Brake disc wear
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, par ticularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It may be necessary to have
the condition o
f the brakes checked, even between vehicle services.















Brake pads

The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the checking inter val for
this component.
Electronic gearbox














Only use products recommended by CITROËN or products of equivalent quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operationof units as impor tant as the braking system, CITROËN selects and offersvery specific products. Checkin
g this system must be done by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads are worn.

276Alphabetical index
G.P.S...........................................................210Gearbox, electronic..................... 127,132,150Gearbox, manual........................ 125, 126, 150Gear efficiency indicator.............................r126Gear lever......................................................20Gear lever,electronic gearbox system...............127,150Gear lever, manual gearbox.......................125Glove box................................................92, 93Guidance .............................................208,215Guide-me-home ............................................82
Hands-free kit......................................224, 265Hazard warning lamps................................113Headlamp adjustment...................................85Head restraints, front....................................58Heating....................................................20, 51Height and reach adjustment,steering wheel............................................63Hill start assist.............................................131Hooks ....................................................99,101Horn.............................................................113
Jack.............................................................156JACK socket ................................241, 262,264
Keeping children safe ..........103,110, 111,121Key in ignition warning..................................66Key with remote control ...................64, 66, 68
Interior fittings ...............................................92ISOFIX......................................................... 110ISOFIX child seats ...............................109-111ISOFIX mountings.......................................109
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Filling with fuel.........................................76-78Fitting a wheel .............................................159Fitting roof bars...........................................186Fittings, boot .................................................99Fittings, front .................................................92Flashing indicators ......................................113Foglamps, rear..............................................r80Fragrance car tridge......................................56
Front foglamps ................................80, 84,166
Front seats ....................................................57Fuel..........................................................20, 77Fuel consumption..........................................20Fuel filler flap...........................................76, 78Fuel gauge....................................................76Fuel tank..................................................76, 78Fusebox, dashboard...................................172Fuses...........................................................172
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Electronic brake force distribution(EBFD)...................................................... 114Electronic engine immobiliser.................r66, 68Emergency boot release...............................74Emergency braking system........................115Emergency call...................................114, 200Emergency warning lamps.........................113eMyWay ......................................................201Energy economy mode ...............................181Engine, Diesel ...............................77,146, 194Engine, petrol ................................77, 145,190Engine compartment ........................... 145,146Engine compar tment fusebox.....................172Engine oil level indicator.......................r33,147Engines.......................................190, 192, 194Environment............................................20, 68ESP/ASR.....................................................116
Identification plates.....................................197Indicators, direction ....................................113Inflating accessories (using the kit) ............151Inflating tyres................................................20Inputs for audio system ............... 241,262, 264Instrument panel...........................................22Instrument panel lighting ..............................34Instrument panel screen.......................22,126
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Labels, identification...................................197Lamps, front................................................163Lamps, warning and indicator...........r23, 26, 27LED daytime running lamps..................83,167Level, brake fluid .........................................147Levels and checks................................145-148Lighting, guide-me home........................81, 82Lighting, interior....................................r89,170Lighting bulbs (replacement) ..............163,168Lighting control stalk.....................................79Lighting dimmer............................................r34Loading..................................................20, 186Load reduction mode.................................. 180Load space cover..........................................r99
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277 Alphabetical index
Main beam............................................79,165Maintenance..................................................20Map reading lamps...............................89,170Markings, identification ...............................197Mat................................................................95Menu, main................................................. 258Mini fuel level................................................76Mirror, rear view............................................63Mirrors, door..................................................r62Misfuel prevention.........................................78Motorway function (direction indicators).....113Mountings for ISOFIX seats .......................109MP3 CD .......................................................261Music media players ...................................236
Opening the bonnet ....................................143Opening the boot....................................64, 74Opening the doors ..................................64, 71Opening the fuel filler flap.............................76Operation indicator lamps.......................23,26
Paint colour code........................................197Panoramic glass sunroof..............................f75Parcel shelf, rear.................................r101, 102Parking brake ......................................125, 150Parking sensors, rear..................................r139Particle emission filter........................r148, 149Passenger compartment filter....................r149Player, CD MP3...........................................261Port, USB....................................241,262,264Priming the fuel system..............................144Protecting children .......103,107, 110,111, 121Puncture ......................................................151
Remote control........................................64, 68Removing a wheel ......................................159Removing the mat.........................................95Repair kit, puncture.....................................151Replacing bulbs..................................163, 168Replacing fuses..........................................172Replacing the air filter.................................r149Replacing the oil filter.................................r149Replacing the passenger compartment filter....................................r149Replacing wiper blades .........................88, 182Resetting the service indicator.....................r32Resetting the trip recorder............................r34Rev counter...................................................r22Reversing camera.......................................141Reversing lamp...........................................168Risk areas (update) .....................................212Roof bars.....................................................186Roof blind ......................................................75Routine checks ................................... 149,150Running out of fuel (Diesel)........................ 144
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Localised assistance call ............................200Localised emergency call ...........................200Locating your vehicle....................................66Locking from the inside.................................72Long objects, transpor ting............................98LPG.............................................................192
Navigation...........................................207, 208Number plate lamps....................................168
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Safety for children ................................107,112Scented air freshener...................................r56Screen, colour and mapping...............205, 244Screen, monochrome................258,268,270Screen, multifunction(with audio equipment)...................35, 38,41Screen-wash reservoir................................148Screen menu map.......................244,268,270Screenwash..................................................87Screenwash fluid level................................148Seat, rear bench...........................................60Seat adjustment......................................57,60
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Oil filter........................................................r149Oil level ..................................................33, 147
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Radio..........................................233,234, 259Reading lamps, rear......................................r89Rear foglamp...............................................168Rear screen (demisting) ................................50Recharging the battery ...............................179Reduction of electrical load ........................180Regeneration of the particle emissions filter..........................................r149Reinitialising the electric windows................69Reinitialising the remote control...................67
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