2013 Citroen C3 bonnet

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Checks
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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 thefirst 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.

Checks
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Checking levels
Oil level


The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the oil level indicator in the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.

Engine oil change

Refer to the MAINTENANCE AND
WARR ANT Y GUIDE for details of the inter val
for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliabilit
y of the engine
and emission control system, the use of
additives in the engine oil is prohibited.
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. Check all of these levels re
gularly, in line with the MAINTENANCE AND WARR ANT Y GUIDE. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


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 atany time (even with the ignition off).



Oil specifi cation

The oil must be the correct grade for your engine and conform to the manufacturer'srecommendations.
Th
e brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level

Changing the fl uid

Refer to the MAINTENANCE AND
WARR ANT Y GUIDE for details of the interval for this operation.

Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet
the DOT3 or DOT4 standard.

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Battery

The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access to it: )
open the bonnet using the interior release
lever, then the exterior safety catch, ) secure the bonnet stay,)
lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal.
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 CITRO

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Changing a front or rear wiper blade


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 the
passenger side of the vehicle.) Put the corresponding new wiper blade in
place and clip it.
) Fold down the wiper arm carefully.


Before removing a front
wi
per blade
)Within one minute after switching off the
ignition, operate the wiper stalk to position
the wiper blades in the ver tical position.

This position must be used in order to avoid damaging the wiper blade and the bonnet.
After fitting a front wiper
blade
) Switch on the ignition. )
Operate the wiper stalk again to park the
wiper blades.
Procedure for replacin
g a worn wiper blade with a new one without the use of tools.

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Identifi cation markings
B. Vehicle identification number on the dashboard.This number is indicated on a self-adhesive label which is visible through the windscreen.
C. Manufacturer's label.
The VIN is indicated on a self-destroying label
affixed to the left hand centre pillar. It bears the followin
g 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.

Wheels which are fitted with 205/45 R17tyres cannot be fitted with snowchains. For more information, contacta CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop.
The tyre pressures must be checked when the tyres are cold, at least oncea month.

Low tyre pressures increase fuelconsumption.
A. Vehicle identification number (VIN) under
the bonnet.This number is engraved on the bodywork near
the passenger compar tment filter. Various visible markings
for the identification of your vehicle.
D. Tyre/paint label. This label is affixed to the left hand centre pillar.

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Visual search
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Instrument panels 23 -24 Warning lamps 25 -34Indicators 35-37 Adjustment buttons 38 -39- trip distance recorder /clock - lighting dimmer/ black panel

Instruments and controls
Lighting controls 79-82 Headlamp adjustment 83Stop & Star t 124-126
Speed limiter 128 -129Cruise control 130-131
Dashboard fuses 164-166

Opening the bonnet 136
Rear view mirror 65 Zenith windscreen blind 6 Sun visor 90

Wiper controls 84-86 Trip computer 40 - 42

Audio system 251-270 Setting the date/time 44, 49 eMyWay 197-249 Setting the date/time 50 -51 Emergency or assistance call 195 -196
Ventilation / Heating 52-56 Manual air conditioning 54-55 Digital air conditioning 57-58 Demisting - Defrosting (rear screen) 59
Interior mood lighting 88

Steering wheel adjustment 65Horn 106


Scented air freshener 60
Multifunction screens 43-49
Hazard warning lamps 105


Manual gearbox 115 Gear shift indicator 116
Electronic gearbox 117-120
Automatic gearbox 121-123
Parking brake 115
Door mirrors 64Electric windows 70-71

Visual search
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Running out of Diesel 137

Technical data - Maintenance
Checking levels 140 -141 - oil - brake fluid - coolant - screenwash fluid-additive (Diesel with particle emissions filter)


Changing bulbs 157-163 - front - rear - interior

Checking c omponents 142-143 - battery- air filter / passenger compartment filter - oil filter - particle emissions filter (Diesel) - brake pads/discs
Engine compar tment fuses 167-170
Battery 171-173 Energy economy mode 174


Bonnet 136
Under-bonnet layout, petrol 138
Under-bonnet layout, Diesel 139


Petrol engines 18 4 -18 6
LPG engines 187-18 8
Diesel engines 189-192
Dimensions 193
Identification markings 194

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Alphabetical index
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ABS and EBFD systems.............................107Accessories ................................................182Accessory socket, 12V.................................91Adjusting headlamps....................................83Adjusting head restraints ..............................62Adjusting the steering wheel.........................65Airbags ...................................................97, 111Airbags, curtain ....................................113,114Airbags, front........................................111,114Airbags, lateral.....................................113,114Air conditioning.................................53, 54, 57Air conditioning, digital..................................57Air conditioning, manual ...............................54Air filter........................................................r142Air flow....................................................54, 58Air intake.................................................55, 58Air recirculation.......................................55, 58Air vents ........................................................52Ambient temperature (display) ......................23Anti-lock braking system (ABS)..................107Anti-pinch ......................................................70Anti-theft........................................................67Armrest, front................................................90Assistance call ....................................106,196Audible warning..........................................106Audio streaming (Bluetooth)...............236, 263Audio system...............................................251Automatic illumination of headlamps......79, 82Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps .... 105Automatic rain sensitive windscreen
wipers...................................................84, 86Auxiliary socket...................................237,260Auxiliary sockets ...................91, 237, 258, 260
Child lock.....................................................104Children ..........................................95-104,112Child seats ............................................95-103Child seats, conventional..............................98Clock .............................................................38Closing the boot......................................66, 75Closing the doors ....................................66,72Connectors, audio .................91, 237,258, 260Coolant level...............................................141Courtesy mirror.............................................r90Cruise control..............................................130Cup holder.....................................................r89
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Capacity, fuel tank........................................76CD MP3...............................................233,257Central locking........................................66, 73Changing a bulb ................................... 157-163Changing a fuse ...................................164-170Changing a wheel................................149-156Changing a wiper blade ........................86,175Changing the remote control battery ............68Changing the time.........................................38Checking levels ...................................140,141Checking the engine oil level................37, 140Checking tyre pressures (using the kit) ......148Checks .................................................138-143
Battery.................................................142, 171Battery, charging .........................................172Battery, remote control...........................68,69Black panel....................................................39Blind ................................................................6Bluetooth (hands-free)......................................220,261Bluetooth (telephone)..........................220, 261Bonnet .........................................................136Boot...............................................................75Boot lamp..............................................88,163Brake discs ..................................................143Brake lamps................................................161Brake pads .................................................. 143Braking assistance system .........................107
Daytime running lamps.................................83Deactivating the passenger airbag........................................................112Deactivating the rear windows......................71Defrosting ................................................56,59Demisting................................................56,59Dials and gauges .................................... 23, 24Diesel additive level....................................141Dimensions.................................................193Dipped beam .........................................79,158Dipstick..................................................37,140Direction indicators.....................105, 15 8, 161Doors.............................................................72Doors emergency control.............................74Door pockets .................................................89Driving economically ....................................21
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