2012 Citroen C3 PICASSO parking brake

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DRIVING
STOP & START
The Stop & Start system puts the engine
temporarily into standby - STOP mode -
during stops in the traffi c (red lights, traf-
fi c jams, or other...). The engine restarts
automatically - START mode - as soon as
you want to move off. The restart takes
place instantly, quickly and silently.
Perfect for urban use, the Stop & Start
system reduces fuel consumption and
exhaust emissions as well as the noise
level when stationary.

Operation


Going into engine STOP mode
The "ECO"
warning lamp comes
on in the instrument panel and
the engine goes into standby:


- with the 6-speed electronic gear-
box system
, at speeds below 4 mph
(6 km/h), when you press the brake
pedal or put the gear lever in posi-
tion N
.
For your comfort, during parking
manoeuvres, STOP mode is not
available for a few seconds after
coming out of reverse gear.
STOP mode does not affect the
functionality of the vehicle, such
as for example, braking, power
steering... A time counter calculates the
sum of the periods in STOP
mode during a journey. It
rests itself to zero every
time the ignition is switched
on with the key.

Never refuel with the engine in
STOP mode; you must switch
off the ignition with the key.
Special cases: STOP mode not
available
STOP mode is not invoked when:


- the driver's door is open,

- the driver's seat belt is not fas-
tened,

- the vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph
(10 km/h) since the last engine start
using the key,

- the engine is needed to maintain a
comfortable temperature in the pas-
senger compartment,

- demisting is active,

- some special conditions (battery
charge, engine temperature, brak-
ing assistance, ambient tempera-
ture...) where the engine is needed
to assure control of a system.
The "ECO"
warning lamp fl ash-
es for a few seconds then goes
off.

This operation is perfectly normal.

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CHECKS
















Only use products recommended
by CITROËN or products of equiv-
alent quality and specifi cation.
In order to optimise the opera-
tion of units as important as
the braking system, CITROËN
selects 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
.

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.
Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
the details of the level checking
interval for this component.
For information on checking
brake disc wear, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.


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.
Brake pads

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.
Gearbox, electronic
Particle emission filter (Diesel)

The start of saturation of the
particle fi lter is indicated by
the temporary illumination
of this warning lamp accompanied by a
message in the multi-function screen.
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, this indi-
cates a low additive level.

On a new vehicle, the fi rst par-
ticle fi lter regeneration opera-
tions may be accompanied by
a "burning" smell, which is per-
fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation
of the vehicle at very low speed
or at idle, you may, in excep-
tional circumstances, notice the
emission of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This
does not affect the behaviour of
the vehicle or the environment.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it
does not block traffi c: the ground
must be level, stable and non-
slippery.
Apply the parking brake, switch
off the ignition and engage fi rst
gear to lock the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock un-
der the wheel diagonally oppo-
site the wheel to be changed.
You must ensure that the occu-
pants get out of the vehicle and
wait where they are safe.
Never go underneath a vehicle
raised using a jack; use an axle
stand.


List of operations


)
Remove the bolt cover from each of
the bolts using the tool 3
(with allow
wheels only).

)
Fit the security socket 4
to the wheel-
brace 1
to slacken the security bolt
(if your vehicle has them).

)
Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1
only.

)
Place the jack 2
in contact with one
of the two front A
or rear B
locations
provided on the underbody, which-
ever is closest to the wheel to be
changed.

)
Extend the jack 2
until its base plate
is in contact with the ground. Ensure
that the centreline of the jack base
plate is directly below the location A

or B
used.

)
Raise the vehicle until there is suf-
fi cient space between the wheel and
the ground to admit the spare (not
punctured) wheel easily.

)
Remove the bolts and store them in
a clean place.

)
Remove the wheel.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING THE VEHICLE

Access to the tools

The towing eye is installed under the
boot fl oor.
To gain access to it:


)
open the boot,

)
remove the adjustable boot fl oor,

)
lift up the boot carpet,

)
remove the towing eye from the tool
holder.



General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in your country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must stay at the wheel of the towed vehicle.
Driving on motorways and fast roads is prohibited when towing.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an
approved towing bar; rope and straps are prohibited.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power
assistance for braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery
service:


- vehicle broken down on a motorway or fast road,

- when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering,
or release the parking brake,

- towing with only two wheels on the ground,

- where there is no approved towing bar available...
Procedure for having your vehicle towed
or for towing another vehicle using a re-
movable towing eye.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
TOWING A TRAILER, ...
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it
may also be used for towing a trailer.
Driving advice
The maximum towed load on a long in-
cline depends on the gradient and the
ambient temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.

Side wind


)
Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.


Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its
cooling capacity is not dependent on
the engine speed.


)
To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the braking
distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a
long mountain type of descent, the use
of engine braking is recommended.

Tyres


)

Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.



Lighting


)
Check the electrical lighting and sig-
nalling on the trailer.
The rear parking sensors will
be deactivated automatically if
a genuine CITROËN towbar is
used.


)
If the warning lamp and the
STOP
warning lamp come
on, stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine as
soon as possible.

Towbar suitable for the attachment of a
trailer with additional lighting and sig-
nalling.

Distribution of loads


)
Distribute the load in the trailer so
that the heaviest items are as close
as possible to the axle and the nose
weight approaches the maximum
permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load
must be reduced by 10 % for every
1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for
details of the weights and towed loads
which apply to your vehicle. Driving with a trailer places greater de-
mands on the towing vehicle and the
driver must take particular care.
We recommend the use of gen-
uine CITROËN towbars and
their harnesses that have been
tested and approved from the
design stage of your vehicle,
and that the fi tting of the tow-
bar is entrusted to a CITROËN
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
If the towbar is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is impera-
tive that it is fi tted in accordance
with the vehicle manufacturer's
instructions.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
O Opening the fuel fi ller fl ap ............70
Operation indicator lamps .......23-30
P Paint colour code .......................173
Panoramic glass sunroof ..............69
Parking brake ..................... 112, 134
Parking sensors, rear .................125
Particle emission fi lter ........133, 134
Passenger compartment fi lter ....133
Player, CD MP3 ..................195, 215
Port, USB .....................82, 216, 218
Priming the fuel system ..............129
Protecting
children ............... 92-100, 107, 109
Puncture .....................................135
R Radio ..................................193, 213
Reading lamps, rear .....................80
Rear foglamp ..............................147
Rear parcel shelf ....................89, 91
Rear screen (demisting) ...............49
Recharging the battery ...............158
Reduction of electrical load ........158
Reinitialising the
electric windows .........................65
Reinitialising the
remote control ............................62
Remote control .......................60, 63
Removing a wheel ......................142
Removing the mat ........................85
Repair kit, puncture ....................135
Replacing bulbs ..........................144
Replacing fuses ..........................150
Replacing the air fi lter ................133R Replacing the oil fi lter .................133
Replacing the particle
emission fi lter ...........................134
Replacing the passenger
compartment fi lter ....................133
Replacing wiper blades ........79, 159
Resetting the service indicator .....32
Resetting the trip recorder ............34
Rev counter ..................................22
Reversing lamp ..........................147
Risk areas (update) ....................190
Roof bars ....................................163
Roof blind .....................................69
Routine checks ...................133, 134
Running out of fuel (Diesel) ........129
S Safety
for children ......... 92-100, 107, 109
Scented air freshener ...................53
Screen, colour 16/9 ............180, 201
Screen,
monochrome ............212, 224, 226
Screen, multifunction
(with audio equipment) ...37, 39, 41
Screen, multifunction
(without audio equipment) ..........35
Screen-wash reservoir ...............132
Screen menu map ......201, 224, 226
Screenwash .................................78
Screenwash fl uid level ...............132
Seat, rear bench ...........................56
Seat adjustment .....................54, 56
Seat back storage pockets ...........86
Seat belts ............................104-107
Serial number, vehicle ................173 L Load reduction mode .................158
Localised assistance call ............176
Localised emergency call ...........176
Locating your vehicle ...................61
Locking from the inside ................67
Long objects, transporting ............88
Low fuel level ...............................70
LPG ............................................168
M Main beam ...........................73, 145
Maintenance .................................20
Map reading lamps ...............80, 149
Markings, identifi cation ...............173
Mat ...............................................85
Menu, main ................................212
Mirror, rear view ...........................59
Mirrors, door .................................58
Misfuel prevention ........................72
Motorway function
(direction indicators) .................101
Mountings for ISOFIX seats .........97
MP3 CD ..............................195, 215
Music media players ..........194, 215
MyWay ................................177-208
N Navigation ..................................183
Number plate lamps ...................147
O Oil fi lter .......................................133
Oil level ................................33, 132
Opening the bonnet ....................128
Opening the boot ....................60, 68
Opening the doors ..................60, 66