2013 Citroen C3 Owner's Manual

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 symbol:

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
"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:

Your vehicle is fi tted with only some of the
equipment described in this document,
depending on the trim level, version and the
specifi cations for the country in which it is
sold.
The fi tting of electrical equipment or
accessories which are not recommended
by CITROËN may result in a failure of your
vehicle's electronic system. Please note this
specifi c warning and contact a CITROËN
dealer to be shown the recommended
equipment and accessories.
CITROËN has a presence on every continent,
a complete product range,
bringing together technology and a permanent spirit of innovation,
for a modern and creative approach to mobility.
We thank you and congratulate you on your choice.


Happy motoring!

We draw your attention to the following...


At the wheel of your new vehicle,
getting to know each system,
each control, each setting,
makes your trips, your journeys
more comfortable and more enjoyable.

refer to the page indicated Key


contributes to the protection of the environment


additional information
safety warning

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Contents
Child seats 95
ISOFIX child seats 101
Child lock 104
Child safety
Instrument panels 23
Indicator and warning lamps 25
Indicators 35
Adjustment buttons 38
Trip computer 40
Monitoring Familiarisation
Monochrome screen A 43
Monochrome screen C 46
16/9 colour screen (eMyWay) 50
Multifunction screens
Ventilation 52
Heating 54
Manual air conditioning 54
Digital air conditioning 57
Rear screen demist - defrost 59
Scented air freshener 60
Front seats 61
Rear seats 63
Mirrors 64
Steering wheel adjustment 65
Comfort
Remote control key 66
Window controls 70
Doors 72
Boot 75
Fuel tank 76
Misfuel prevention (Diesel) 78
Access
Lighting controls 79
LED lamps 83
Headlamp adjustment 83
Wiper controls 84
Courtesy lamps 87
Interior mood lighting 88
Boot lamp 88
Visibility
Interior fi ttings 89
Boot fi ttings 93
Fittings Eco-driving

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Contents
Direction indicators 105
Hazard warning lamps 105
Horn 106
Emergency or assistance call 106
Braking assistance systems 107
Tr ajectory control systems 108
Front seat belts 109
Airbags 111
Safety
Parking brake 115
6-speed manual gearbox 115
Gear effi ciency indicator 116
Electronic gearbox 117
Automatic gearbox 121
Stop & Start 124
Hill start assist 127
Speed limiter 128
Cruise control 130
Rear parking sensors 132
Reversing camera 134
Driving
Emergency or assistance 195
eMyWay 197
Audio system 251
Audio and telematics
Alphabetical index
Bonnet 136
Running out of fuel (Diesel) 137
Petrol engines 138
Diesel engines 139
Checking levels 140
Checks 142
Checks
Te m p o r a ry puncture repair kit 144
Changing a wheel 149
Snow chains 156
Changing a bulb 157
Changing a fuse 164
Battery 171
Energy economy mode 174
Changing a wiper blade 175
To w i ng the vehicle 176
To w i ng a trailer 178
Audio pre-equipment 180
Accessories 182
Practical informationTechnical data
Petrol engines 184
Petrol wei
ghts 185
LPG engines 187
LPG weights 188
Diesel engines 189
Diesel weights 191
Dimensions 193
Identifi cation markings 194
Visual search

Familiarisation
4

Rear parking sensors / Reversing camera
When reversing, these systems detect and provide a warning for any obstacles locatedbehind the vehicle.
Stop & Start
This system puts the engine temporarily into standby during stops
in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams, etc...). The engine restar ts automatically as soon as you want to move off. The Stop & Start system reduces fuel consumption, exhaust emissions and the noise level when stationary.
Temporary puncture repair kit

This kit is a complete system consisting of a compressor and sealant car tridge, to allow the
temporary repair of a tyre.
Zenith windscreen
This large windscreen provides incomparable
visibility and light in the passenger
compartment.








Exterior
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124 132-134

.Familiarisation
5

Remote control key Fuel t ank
1.Opening the fuel filler flap. 2.
Removing and hooking the fuel filler cap. A. Unfolding / Folding the key. B.Unlocking the vehicle.
A.Interior release lever.
B. Exterior safety catch.
C. Bonnet stay.


Bonnet
Ta n k c a p a c i ty:
- approximately 50 litres (petrol),
- approximately 46 litres (Diesel),
- approximately 37 litres (LPG). (depending on version: approximately 30 litres
environ (petrol or Diesel)).
Access
66
Other functions...C.
Locking the vehicle .
Vehicle location.
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36

Familiarisation
6
area to increase lighting and vision in the cabin. Fitted with a manual blind to improve thermalcomfort and sun visors to avoid dazzle.
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To open the blind, take it by its central grip A, then pull it backwards and guide it
to the desired position.
) To close the blind, take it by its centralgrip A, then pull it for wards and guide it to
the desired position.
)Lower the sun visors to avoid dazzle.

Blind
Sun visors

Before moving the blind, the sun visors must be
in the folded position.

Zenith Windscreen

Do not attach or hang heavy objects to the blind or its guide rails.