2012.5 Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD service

On-line owner's handbook


Referring to the owner's handbook on-line also gives you
access to the latest information available, easily identifi ed by
the bookmarks, associated with this pictogram:

If the "MyCitroën" function is not available on the CITROËN public
website for your country, you can fi nd your handbook at the following
address:
http://service.citroen.com
Select:
You can fi nd your handbook on the CITROËN website, under the
heading "MyCitroën".




This personal and customisable space allows you to establish direct
and special contact with CITROËN.

The Vehicle documentation link in the home page (no registration is
needed),
the language,
the vehicle, its body style,
the print edition of your handbook appropriate for the date of registration
of your vehicle.
You have access to your handbook on line, together with the latest
information, identifi ed by the symbol:

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Warning lamps
Warning lampis onCauseAction / Observations
STOP
fixed, alone or associated withanother warning lamp,accompanied by anaudible signal and a
message on the screen.
The illumination of this warning lamp
is related to a serious fault with thebraking system, the power steering,
the engine oil pressure or the enginecoolant temperature. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so, as the en
gine may cut out while driving.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
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temporarily,
accompanied by an
audible signal and
a messa
ge on the
multifunction screen.
A minor fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown on
the screen, such as, for example:


- engine oil level,

- screenwash level,

- remote control batter
y,

- state of the bulbs,

- saturation of the par ticle emission filter on Diesel
vehicles
(see "Checks - Particle Emissions
Filter").
For any other faults, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


fixed, accompanied by an
audible signal and a messageon the multifunction screen.
A major fault has occurred for which
there is no specific warning lamp. Identify the fault by reading the message shown
on the screen and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated further by reading the associated message in the multifunction screen.If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

When the engine is running or the vehicle is
being driven, the illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which
requires action on the par t of the driver.

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Service indicator
A few seconds after the ignition is switched on, the spanner goes off; the distance recorder fresumes its normal operation. The display thenindicates 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 a
few seconds after the ignition is switched on, the display indicates:

A few seconds after the ignition is switched on, the distance recorder resumes its normaloperation. The spanner remains on
toindicate that a service must be carried out soon.
Between 600 miles (1 000 km)and 1800 miles (3 000 km) remainbefore the next service is due
For a few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the spanner symbolising the ser vice
o
perations comes on. The distance recorder
display line indicates the distance remainingbefore the next service is due.
Example:
1 739 miles (2 800 km) remainbefore the next service is due.
For a few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the display indicates:

More than 1800 miles (3000 km)remain before the next service is due
When the ignition is switched on, no ser vice
information appears on the display. S
ystem which informs the driver when the next ser vice is due, in accordance with themanufacturer's servicing schedule.
The point at which the ser vice is due is
calculated from the last indicator zero reset. Itis determined by two parameters:


- the distance travelled,

- the time ela
psed since the last ser vice.

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Service indicator zero reset
After each ser vice, the ser vice indicator mustbe reset to zero.
The procedure for resetting to zero is asfollows: )
switch off the ignition,)
press and hold the trip distance recorder
zero reset button,
) switch on the ignition; the distance recorder
display begins a countdown, ) when the display indicates "=0", release
the button; the spanner disappears.
Service overdue
A few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the distance recorder resumes its normaloperation. The spanner remains on.

Retrieving the serviceinformation

You can access the ser vice information at anytime. )Press the trip distance recorder zero reset button.
The ser vice information is displayed for afew seconds, then disappears.
The distance remaining may be weighted by the time factor, dependingon the type of driving.
Therefore, the spanner may also comeon if you have exceeded the time interval since the last service, indicatedin the ser vicing and warranty booklet.

Following this operation, if you wish todisconnect the battery, lock the vehicleand wait at least five minutes for thezero reset to be taken into account. For a
few seconds after the ignition is switchedon,the spanner flashesto indicate that the
ser vice must be carried out as soon as possible.Example:the ser vice is overdue by 180 miles(300 km).
For a few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the display indicates:

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Engine oil level indicator
This information is displayed for a few seconds
when the ignition is switched on, after theservice information.
Oil level correct
Oil level low
Oil level indicator fault

Dipstick
This is indicated by the flashing of "OIL", linked with the ser vice warning lamp, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message in themultifunction screen.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
prevent damage to the engine. This is indicated by the
flashing of "OIL--"
. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Re
fer to the "Checks" section to locate the
dipstick and the oil filler cap on your engine.
Th
ere are 2 marks on the
dipstick:-A= max; never exceed thislevel (risk of damage to the engine), - B= min; top up the level via
the oil filler cap, using thegrade of oil suited to your engine.
The level shown will only be correctif the vehicle is on level ground and the engine has been off for more than 30 minutes. S
ystem to inform the driver of whether theengine oil level is correct or not.

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Remote control

The high frequency remote control is a sensitive system; do not operate it while it is in your pocket as there is a possibility that it may unlock the vehicle, without you being aware of it.
Do not repeatedly press the buttons of your remote control out of range and out of sight of your vehicle. You run the risk of stopping it from working and the remote control would haveto be reinitialised.
No remote control can operate when the key is in the ignition switch, even when the ignition is switched off, except for reinitialisation.


Locking the vehicle

Driving with the doors locked may make access to the passenger compar tment by theemergency services more difficult in an emergency.
However, the vehicle unlocks automatically in the event of a serious impact causing airbag deployment. As a safety precaution, never leave children alone in the vehicle, except for a very shor t period.
In all cases, it is essential to remove the key from the ignition switch when leaving the vehicle.


Anti-theft protection

Do not make any modifications to the electronic engine immobiliser system; this could cause malfunctions.


When purchasing a second-hand vehicle

Have the pairing of all of the keys in your possession checked by a CITROËN dealer, to ensure that only your keys can be used to open and start the vehicle.
Lost keys

Visit a CITROËN dealer with the vehicle's registration document, your personal identification documents and if possible the key code label.
The CITROËN dealer will be able to look up the key code and the transponder coderequired to order a new key.
Do not throw the remote controlbatteries away, they contain metals which are harmful to the environment.
Take them to an approved collectionpoint.

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Braking assistance systems


Anti-lock braking system
and electronic brake force
distribution

Linked systems which improve the stability andmanoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking,
in par ticular on poor or slippery surfaces.

Activation

The anti-lock braking system comes into
operation automatically when there is a risk of
wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may make itself
felt by slight vibration of the brake pedal.








Emergency or
assistance call
This system allows you to make an emergencyor assistance call to the emergency services or
to the dedicated CITROËN ser vice.
For more information on the use of this function, refer to the "Audio and telematics"section.

When braking in an emergency, press
very firmly without releasing thepressure. Group of supplementar
y systems which help you to obtain optimum braking in complete
safety in emergency situations:


- anti-lock braking system (ABS),

- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),

- emergency braking assistance (EBA).

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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.