2013 Citroen C3 parking brake

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Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when
braking.

The snow chains must be fitted only to the front wheels. They must never be fitted to "space-saver" type sparewheels.
Take account of the legislation in forcein your country on the use of snow chains and the maximum running speed authorised.


Avoid driving on roads that have been cleared of snow, to avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and the roadsurface. It is recommended that before you leave, you practise fitting the snowchains on a level and dry surface.If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels,check that no par t of the chain or itsfixings is in contact with the wheel rim.


Use onl
y the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size.
1
85/65 R15 9 mm
195/55 R16
205/45 R17 not chainable
For more information on snow chains
, contact aCITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


Advice on installation
)If you have to fit the chains during ajourney, stop the vehicle on a flat surface on the side of the road.)Apply the parking brake and position anywheel chocks to prevent movement of your
vehicle.)Fit the chains following the instructionsprovided by the manufacturer. )Move off gently and drive for a fewmoments, without exceeding 30 mph (50 km/h). )Stop your vehicle and check that the snow chains are correctly tightened.

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Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To gain access to it:)open the boot, )raise the floor,)remove the polystyrene storage box,)remove the towing eye from the holder. Procedure for havin
g your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your country. Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle. The person at the wheel of the towed vehicle must have a valid driving licence.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 motor way or fast road, - 4 wheel drive vehicle, - when it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release theparking brake, - towing with only two wheels on the ground, - where there is no approved towing bar available...

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Braking
To w i ng 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, obser ving therecommended pressures.
Lighting
) Check the electrical lighting and signallingon the trailer.
The rear parking sensors will bedeactivated automatically if a genuine CITROËN towbar is used.


Cooling

To w i ng a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.

As the fan is electrically controlled, its coolingcapacity is not dependent on the engine speed. )To lower the engine speed, reduce your speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline
depends on the
gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
)
If the warning lamp and the STOP
warning lamp come on,stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.

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"Comfort"sun blinds, door deflectors, insulated module, smoking kit, fragrance car tridges, front centre armrest, moveable mirror, reading lamp, front and rear parking sensors, cup holder, coat hanger for head restraint, solar film for
windows, security film for windows...
"Security and safety":
anti-theft alarm, wheel security bolts, stolen
vehicle tracking system, breathalyser, first aid
kit, warning triangle, high visibility vest, dog
guard, snow chains, non-slip covers, foglamps
kit, child seats and booster cushions, pet
transpor t protectors...
Conversion kits
You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to conver t a
trade vehicle to a private car and vice-versa.

"St
yle":leather steering wheel, gear lever knobs, front spoiler, rear diffuser, bumper trims, front foglamp trims, parking brake lever trims,
aluminium footrest, alloy wheels, wheel trims,chrome tailgate finisher, chrome tailpipe finisher, chrome mirror shells, chrome door
h
andles...
"Transport solutions":boot tray, boot carpet, boot net, boot containers, transverse roof bars, bicycle carrier,
ski carrier, roof boxes, towbars, towbar wiring
h
arnesses...





Accessories A wide range of accessories and genuine par ts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and par ts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.

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To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and
secured correctl
y,
- never fit one mat on top of another.
"Protection":mats *
, mudflaps, seat covers, door sillprotectors, bumper protection strips, vehicleprotective cover, side protectors, boot mat, boot
liner...
If a towbar and wiring are fitted outsidethe CITROËN dealer network, this must be done making use of the vehicle's electrical pre-equipment and followingthe manufacturer's recommendations.

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Remote control key 66-69 - opening/closing - anti-theft protection - starting - battery

Exterior
Lighting controls 79-83 Headlamp adjustment 83Changing bulbs 157-160- front lamps - foglamps- direction indicator repeaters
Door mirrors 64
Doors 72-74 - opening/closing - central locking - emergency controlChild lock 104 Electric windows 70-71


Accessories 182-183
Wiper controls 84-86 Changing a wiper blade 175
Boot 75 Te m p o r a ry puncture repair kit 144-148 Changing a wheel 149 -155 - tools- removing/refitting


Changing bulbs 161-162 - rear lamps - 3 rd
brake lamp - number plate lamps

Rear parking sensors 132-133 Reversing camera 134 To w b a r 178-179 To w i ng 176 -17 7


Hill start assist 127
Braking assistance 107
Tr ajectory control 108
Tyre pressures 144, 194Fuel tank 76 -77Misfuel prevention 78

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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

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Alphabetical index
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Jack .............................................................149JACK socket..........................91, 237, 258,260
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Keeping children safe....................95-104, 112Key in ignition warning..................................67Key with remote control..........................66-69
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Labels, identification ................................... 194Lamps, front................................................157Lamps, rear.................................................r161Lamps, warning and indicator.................r25-34LED daytime running lamps..........................83Level, brake fluid ......................................... 140Levels and checks................................138-141Lighting, guide-me home........................81, 82Lighting, interior..............................r87, 88, 163Lighting bulbs (replacement) ...............157-163Lighting control stalk.....................................79Lighting dimmer............................................r39Loading..........................................................21Load reduction mode..................................174Localised assistance call ............................196
Localised emergency call...........................196Locating your vehicle....................................67Locking from the inside .................................73LPG.............................................................187Low fuel level................................................76
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Main beam ............................................79,159Maintenance..................................................21Markings, identification............................... 194Mat ................................................................92Menu, main.................................................254Mirror, rear view ............................................65Mirrors, door..................................................r64Misfuel prevention.........................................78Motorway function (direction indicators)................................. 105Mountings for ISOFIX seats...............101,103MP3 CD...............................................233, 257Music media players ...................................232
Navigation...................................................203Number plate lamps .................................... 161
Oil filter........................................................r142Oil level ..................................................37,140Opening the bonnet....................................136Opening the boot....................................66, 75Opening the doors ..................................66,72Opening the fuel filler flap.............................76Operation indicator lamps .......................25-34
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Paint colour code........................................194Parcel shelf, rear...........................................r94Parking brake...................................... 115, 143Parking sensors, rear..................................r132Particle emission filter........................r141,142Passenger compartment filter....................r142Player, CD MP3...................................233, 257Port, USB..............................91,237, 258, 260Priming the fuel system ..............................137Protecting children.........................95-104, 112Puncture......................................................144
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