2013 Citroen C3 ignition

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Folding the key
)First press this button to fold the key.
If you do not press the button when foldingthe key, there is a risk of damage to themechanism.

Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has a special code. When the ignition is switched
on, this code must be recognised in order for
startin
g to be possible.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks the
engine management system a few minutes after the ignition is switched off and prevents
starting of the engine by anyone who does not have the key.
In the event o
f a fault, you are
informed by illumination of this
warning lamp, an audible signal anda message in the screen.
Ignition switch


- Position 1: Stop

- Position 2: Ignition

- Position 3: Starting


Starting the vehicle
)
Inser t the key in the ignition switch.
The system recognises the star ting code.) Turn the key fully towards the dashboard toposition 3 (Starting).)
When the engine star ts, release the key.

Locating your vehicle
)
Press the closed padlock to locate your locked vehicle in acar park.
This is indicated b
y lighting of the cour tesylamps and flashing of the direction indicators for a few seconds. In this case,
your vehicle will not start; contact a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Keep safely the label attached to the keys given
to you on acquisition of the vehicle.

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Remote control problem
Reinitialisation
)
Switch off the ignition. )
Turn the key to position 2 (Ignition on)
. )
Press the closed padlock immediately for a few seconds. )
Switch off the ignition and remove the key from the ignition switch.
The remote control is full
y operational again.


Changing the battery

Battery ref.: CR1620 / 3 volts.
If the batter
y is flat, you are informed by illumination of this warning lamp,
an audible signal and a message in
the multifunction screen.
)Unclip the casing using a coin at the notch. )Slide the flat battery out of its location.)Slide the new battery into its location
observing the original direction. )Clip the casing. )Reinitialise the remote control.


Switching the vehicle off


Key reminder

If the key is left in the ignition switch, an audible signal sounds when the driver's door is opened.

Do not attach any heavy objects to the key as this could weigh down on it when in the ignition switch and cause a fault. Followin
g disconnection of the vehicle battery,replacement of the remote control battery or
in the event of a remote control malfunction,you can no longer unlock, lock or locate your
v
ehicle. ) First of all, use the key in the lock to unlock or lock your vehicle.)
Then, reinitialise the remote control.
If the problem persists, contact a CITRO

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Lost keys
Go to 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.
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 ser vices more difficult in an emergency. 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 thevehicle.
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.
Do not throw the remote control batteries away, they contain metalswhich are harmful to the environment.
Take them to an approved collectionpoint.

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Window controls System which opens or closes a window manually or automatically. It is fitted with a system which provides protection if an obstacle is detected on the
one-touch models and a deactivation system to prevent misuse of the rear switches on all models.
1.Driver's electric window.2.Passenger's electric window.3.Rear right electric window.4.Rear left electric window.5. Deactivating the rear electric windowand door switches. Electric windows )Press or pull the switch. The
window stops as soon as theswitch is released.



One-touch electric windows
There are two methods of
operation:


- manual mod
e)Press or pull the switch gently.
The window stops as soon as the switch
i
s released. -automatic mode)Press or pull the switch fully. The window
opens or closes completely when theswitch is released. )Pressing the switch again stops themovement of the window.

The electric window switches
remain operational for approximately 45 seconds after the ignition is switchedoff or until a front door is opened.During this period of 45 seconds, if youopen a door while opening a window,the window stops. The ignition mustthen be switched on again to operate the windows.

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Safety anti-pinch

The one-touch front electric windows are fittedwith a safety anti-pinch function.
When the window rises and meets an obstacle, it stops and partially lowers again.
Deactivating the rear window and door switches
) For the safety of your children, press switch 5to prevent operation of the rear
windows irrespective of their position.
With the lamp on, the rear controls aredeactivated.
With the lamp off, the rear controls are
activated.

Reinitialisation

In the event of a malfunction you have to
reinitialise the operation of the electric windows: )release the switch and pull it again until the
window closes completely,
)hold the switch for approximately
one second after closing,)press the switch to lower the window
automatically.
The safety anti-pinch function is not active
during these operations
. In the event of unwanted opening of the window on closing (for example in the presence of frost): )
press the switch beyond the point of resistance and then release it: the window opens completely, )
then pull it immediately withoutpassing the point of resistance until
the window closes completely,)
continue to hold the switch for approximately one second after thewindow has closed.The safety anti-pinch function is not active during these operations.

Always remove the key from the ignition when leaving the vehicle, even for a short time.
In the event of contact during operationof the windows, reverse the movement of the window. To do this, press theswitch concerned. When the driver operates the passenger electric window switches, they should ensure that no one is preventing correct closing of the windows.
The driver should ensure that passengers use the electric windows
correctly.
Be aware of children when operatingthe windows.
This control also deactivates the interior rear door controls (see "Childsafety - § Electric child lock").

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Fuel tank
Low fuel level

When the fuel tank minimum level is
reached this warning lamp comes on on the instrument panel. When it first comes on there remains approximately5 litres
of fuel in the tank.
Filling
A label affixed to the inside of the flap remindsyou of the type of fuel to be used depending onyour engine.
Additions of fuel must be of at least 7 litres, in
order to be registered by the fuel gauge. To
fill the tank safely: )the engine must be switched off,)
open the fuel filler flap,
)
inser t the key in the cap, then turn it to the left,
)
remove the cap and hook it onto the clip located on the inside of the flap,)
fill the tank, but do not continue after the3rd cut- off of the pump; this could cause
malfunctions.
When
you have filled the tank: )
put the cap back in place, )
turn the key to the right, then remove itfrom the cap, )
close the flap.
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid
running out of fuel.
If you run out of fuel (Diesel), refer also to the
"Checks" section. Fuel tank capacity: approximately
50 litres (petrol) or 46 litres (Diesel) or 37 litres (LPG); (Depending on version:
approximately 30 litres (petrol or Diesel)).
With Stop & Star t, never refuel with the system in STOP mode; you must switch off the ignition with the key.

The key cannot be removed from thelock until the cap is refitted. Opening the filler cap may create anoise caused by an inrush of air. This vacuum is entirely normal, resulting from the sealing of the fuel system.

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Manual guide-me-home
lighting
The temporary illumination of the dipped beamheadlamps after the vehicle's ignition has been switched off makes the driver's exit easier when
the light is poor.
Switching on
) With the ignition off, "flash" the headlamps using the lighting stalk.)
A further "headlamp flash" switches thefunction off.

Switching off
The manual guide-me-home lighting switches
off automatically after a set time.
In some weather conditions (e.g. low temperature or humidity), the presence of misting on the internal sur face of theglass of the headlamps and rear lampsis normal; it disappears after the lamps have been on for a few minutes.



Lighting on audible warning

When the ignition is switched off, allof the lamps switch off automatically, unless guide-me-home lighting is activated.

If the lighting is switched on manuallyafter switching off the ignition, thereis an audible signal when a front door is opened to warn the driver that they have forgotten to switch off the vehicle'slighting, with the ignition off.

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Automatic rain sensitive
w
indscreen wipers
The windscreen wipers operate automatically,
without any action on the par t of the driver, if rain is detected (sensor behind the rear view mirror), adapting their speed to the intensity of
the rainfall.
Activation
Switchin
g off
Operatin
g fault

If an automatic wiping fault occurs, the wipers
will operate in intermittent mode.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or aqualified workshop.
Vertical windscreen wiper
position

This position allows the wiper blades to be lifted
for winter parking, cleaning or replacement
without damaging the bonnet.
In the minute following switching off of the ignition, any action on the wiper stalk positions
the wipers vertically.
To park the wipers after this has been done,switch on the ignition and operate the wiper stalk. This is controlled manuall
y by the driver bypushing stalk Ato the "AU TO "position.
This is controlled manually by the driver
by moving stalk Aupwards, returning it toposition "0"
. It is accompanied b
y the indicator lamp
in the instrument panel going off and a message in the multifunction screen.
It is accompanied by the illumination of this indicator lamp in the instrument panel anda message in the multifunction screen.
The automatic wiping must bereactivated if the ignition has been off for more than one minute, by pushing stalk A
downwards.
Do not cover the rain sensor, linked withthe sunshine sensor and located in thecentre of the windscreen behind therear view mirror. Switch off the automatic wiping whenusing an automatic car wash.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until thewindscreen is completely clear of icebefore activating the automatic wiping.

To retain the effectiveness of the "flat-blade" wiper blades, it is advisable to:


- handle them with care,

- clean them regularly using soapywater,

- not use them to hold a sheet of cardboard against the windscreen,

- replace them at the first signs of wear.