2012 Citroen DS3 bonnet

Closing








Running out of fuel
(Diesel)
If your vehicle is fitted with an HDI engine,
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 five litres of
Diesel.)Open the bonnet. )Depending on version, unclip the cover togain access to the priming pump.)Squeeze and release the priming pump
until resistance is felt (could be from the
first application) and fuel appears in the
transparent pipe with the green connector. )Operate the star ter until the engine star ts.)Depending on version, put the cover back in position and clip it in place.)Close the bonnet.
If the engine does not star t at the firstattempt, do not try again. Operate the priming pump again, thenthe starter.
)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.

Changing the coolant

The coolant does not have to be changed.


Fluid specifi cation

The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.



Screenwash fluid level


Fluid specifi cation

For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with plain water.

Take care when carrying out checks under the bonnet as some parts of theengine can be very hot (risk of burns).

Coolant level
Top up the level when necessary.
Th
e coolant level should be close
to the "MA X" 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 ignition off.
On vehicles which are fitted with a particle emission filter, the fan may operate after
the vehicle has been switched off, even if
the en
gine 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 pressure to drop.
When the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up the level.

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Battery
Procedure for charging your battery when it is flat or for starting the engine using another battery.
The battery is located under the bonnet.To gain access to it:
)
open the bonnet using the interior releaselever, then the exterior safety catch,)
secure the bonnet stay, )
lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal.


Access to the battery
)
Connect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of the flat battery A, then to the
positive terminal (+) of the slave battery B.

Starting using another
batter
y
After refitting the battery by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop, the Stop & Star t system will only be active after a continuousperiod of immobilisation of the vehicle,a period which depends on the climaticconditions and the state of charge of
the battery (up to about 8 hours).
The presence of this label, in particular with the Stop & Start system, indicatesthe use of a 12 V lead-acid battery withspecial technology and specification;
the involvement of a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop is essential when replacing or disconnecting the battery.
Failure to observe this recommendation may cause premature wear of the battery.
)
Connect one end of the green or blackcable to the negative terminal (-) of the slave battery B
. )
Connect the other end of the green or black cable to the remote negative terminal (-) of your vehicle

Changing a front or rear wiper blade
Procedure for replacing a worn wiper blade with a new one without the use of tools.


Before removing a front
wi
per blade
) Within one minute after switching off the
ignition, operate the wiper stalk to position
the wi
per blades in the ver tical position.
This position must be used in order to avoid
dama
ging the wiper blade and the bonnet.


Removal
)
Raise the corresponding wiper arm. )
Unclip the wiper blade and remove it.



Fitting
)At the front, check the size of the wiper blade as the shorter blade is fitted to thepassenger side of the vehicle. )Put the corresponding new wiper blade inplace and clip it. )Fold down the wiper arm carefully.



After fitting a front wiper
blade
)Switch on the ignition.)Operate the wiper stalk again to park the
wiper blades.








Load reduction mode System which manages the use of certainfunctions according to the level of chargeremaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the loadreduction function temporarily deactivates cer tain functions, such as the air conditioning,
the heated rear screen...
The deactivated functions are reactivated automatically as soon as conditions permit.

Identifi cation markings
A. Vehicle identification number (VIN) under
the bonnet.This number is engraved on the bodywork near
the passenger compar tment filter.
B. Vehicle identification number on the dashboard.This number is indicated on a self-adhesive label which is visible through the windscreen.
D. Tyre/paint label.
This label is affixed to the left hand centre pillar.

Wheels which are fitted with 205/45 R17 tyres cannot be fitted with snow chains. For more information, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Low tyre pressures increase fuelconsumption.

The tyre pressures must be checked when the tyres are cold, at least oncea month.
C. Manufacturer's label.
The VIN is indicated on a self-destroying label
affixed to the left hand centre pillar.
It bears the
following information:


- the tyre pressures, for unladen and laden conditions,

- the wheel rim and tyre sizes,

- the brands of tyre recommended by the manufacturer,

- the spare tyre inflation pressure,

- the paint colour code.

Instruments and controls
Instrument panels 28 -29, 30 -31
Warning lamps 32- 41
Indicator lamps 42- 45
Ad
justment buttons 46-47
- trip distance recorder
- li
ghting dimmer/black panel

Li
ghting controls 108-113
Headlamp adjustment 113 Stop & St a r t 170 -173
Speed limiter 174-175 Cruise control 176-17 7
Door mirrors
86
Electric windows 96-97
D
ashboard fuses 214 -216
Opening the bonnet 183
Steering wheel adjustment 85
Horn 143
Scented air freshener 77-78
Multifunction screens 54-62
Hazard warning lamps 142-143
Manual
gearbox 159 Gear shift indicator 160
Electronic gearbox 161-165
Automatic gearbox 166 -169
Parking brake 158 Rear view mirror 87
Sun visor 123
W i p e r c o n t r o l s 114 -117
Tr i p c o m p u t e r 4 8 - 5 0
Heatin
g/Ventilation 66 -72
Manual air conditioning 69 -72
Di
gital air conditioning 73 -75
Demisting/defrostingthe rear screen 76
Emergency or
assistance call 143, 249

Audio system 283 -304
Setting the date/time 296 -297
MyWay 251-282
Setting the date/time 274
Interior mood li
ghting 11 9

311Visual search
Technical data - Maintenance


Running out of Diesel 184

Checking levels 187-189


- oil

- brake fluid

- coolant

- screenwash fluid -additive (Diesel with particle emissions filter)



Changing bulbs 207-213


- front

- rear

- interior

Petrol en
gines 234-237
LPG engine 238 -239
Diesel engines 240-241
Dimensions 242-243
Identification markings 244

Bonnet
183-184
Under-bonnet layout, petrol 185
Under-bonnet la
yout, Diesel 186Batter
y 221-222
Energy economy mode 223
Checking components 19 0 -191
- battery- air filter/passenger compartment filter
- oil filter
- particle emissions filter (Diesel)
- brake pads/discs

En
gine compar tment
fuses 214, 217-220

A
ABS and EBFD systems...............................144Accessories ..................................................230Accessory socket, 12 V ................................124Access to rear seats.................................81,83Adjusting headlamps ....................................113Adjusting head restraints................................80Adjusting the steering wheel...........................85Advice on care and maintenance.................229Airbags, curtain.....................................154,155Airbags, front.........................................151,155Airbags, lateral......................................153,155Air conditioning ...............................................24Air conditioning, digital ..............................67, 73Air conditioning, manual...........................67,70Air filter..........................................................r190Air flow......................................................24, 66Air intake ...................................................66, 73Air recirculation .........................................70, 74Air vents..........................................................66Alloy wheels ..................................................229Anti-lock braking system (ABS)....................144Anti-pinch ........................................................97Anti-theft..........................................................92Armrest, front................................................123Assistance call ......................................143, 250Audible warning............................................143Audio streaming (Bluetooth).........................295Audio system.................................................283Automatic illumination of headlamps....109,112Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps .....143Automatic rain sensitivewindscreen wipers..............................114, 116Auxiliary socket ....................124, 270, 290,292
Capacity, fuel tank ........................................102CD MP3.................................................269, 289Central locking ..........................................91, 99Changing a bulb ..................................... 207-213Changing a fuse ....................................214-220Changing a wheel .................................200-206Changing a wiper blade........................117,224Changing the date.........................274, 296, 297Changing the remote control battery..............94Changing the time .........................274, 296, 297Checking levels......................................187-189Checking the engine oil level ..........................45Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)........194Checks ...................................................185-191
Children..................................128 -138, 149, 152Child seats ............................................130-135Cleaning (advice) ..........................................229Closing the boot ......................................91,101Closing the doors ......................................91,98Connectors, audio ................124, 270, 290,292Control panel.........................................252, 284Coolant level...........................................42, 187Coolant temperature.......................................42Coolant temperature indicator........................r42Courtesy lamps.....................................11 8,213Courtesy mirror.............................................r123Cruise control................................................176Cup holder.....................................................r122
Battery...................................................190,221Battery, charging...........................................221Battery, remote control.............................94, 95Black panel......................................................47Bluetooth (hands-free)........................................271,293Bluetooth (telephone)............................271,293Bonnet...........................................................183Boot...............................................................101Boot lamp..............................................119, 213Brake discs....................................................191Brake lamps..................................................211Brake pads ....................................................191Brakes ...........................................................191Braking assistance system ...........................144
B
C
Dashboard fusebox .......................................215Date (setting).................................274,296,297Daytime running lamps (LEDs).............113, 220Deactivating the passenger airbag...............152
Defrosting............................................70, 73, 76Demisting............................................70, 73, 76
Dials and gauges ......................................28,30Diesel additive level......................................189Dimensions...................................................242Dipped beam .........................................108, 208Dipstick....................................................45, 187Direction indicators.......................142, 208, 211Door pockets .................................................122Doors...............................................................98Doors emergency control.............................100Driving economically ......................................24
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