2013 Citroen C3 PICASSO light

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Towing a trailer, ...


Driving advice


Cooling

Towing 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.
Side wind
)
Take into account the increased sensitivityto side wind.

)
If the warning lamp and the
STOPwarning lamp come on,stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible. Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer or installation of a bic
ycle carrier, with additional lighting and signalling.

Distribution of loads
)
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thusreducing engine per formance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced by 10 % for every 1 000 metres of altitude.

We recommend the use of genuine CITROËN towbars and their harnesses that have been tested and approved from the design stage of your vehicle,and that the fitting of the towbar isentrusted to a CITROËN dealer or aqualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted by a CITROËN dealer, it is imperative that it isfitted in accordance with the vehiclemanufacturer's instructions.
Driving with a trailer places greater demands
on the towing vehicle and the driver must takepar ticular care. Your vehicle is primaril
y designed for transporting people and luggage, but it may also be used for towing a trailer.

R
efer to the "Technical data" section for detailsof the weights and towed loads which apply toyour vehicle.

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Fitting roof bars
To fit longitudinal and/or transverse roof bars, visit your CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Maximum authorised weight on the roof rack: 60 kg. If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the speed of the vehicle to the profile of the road to avoid
damaging the roof bars and the fixings on the roof. Be sure to refer to national legislation in order to comply with the regulations for transporting objects which are longer than the vehicle.


Braking

Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a longmountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.
Tyres
)Check the tyre pressures of the towingvehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the recommended pressures.



Lighting
)Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.



The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a genuine
CITROËN towbar is used.

Technical data
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The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit the towed load.
* For Russia only. ** The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GVW of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount; warning,
towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
PETROL ENGINESVTi 95VTi 115*VTi 120VTi 115 * VTi 120
GearboxesManualManualElectronic gearbox system (6-speed)
Model codes:SH...8FP05FJ0 *5FS05FJ8/P *5FS8/P


- Unladen wei
ght 1 201
1 204 1 205


- Kerb wei
ght
1 276
1 279

1 280



-
Payload
546
549
564
-
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)1747

1 753
1 769

-
Gross train weight (GTW)on a 12% gradient
2 597
2 603

2 619
- Braked trailer (within GTW limit)

on a 10% or 12% gradient 850
850850

- Braked trailer **
(with load transfer within theGTW limit)1 100

1 100
1 100



-
Unbraked trailer
635
635
640



- Recommended nose weight
54 54 54

Weights and towed loads (kg)

Technical data
194
LPG ENGINEVTi 95
GearboxManual
Model codes:SH...8FN0/GPL


- Unladen wei
ght
1 301



- Kerb wei
ght

1 376



-
Payload446
- Gross vehicle weight (GVW)1747
- Gross train weight (GTW)on a 12 % slope
2 597
- Braked trailer
(within GTW limit)

on a 12 % slope 850
- Braked trailer * (with load transfer within theGTW limit)

1 100



- Unbraked trailer
650



- Recommended nose wei
ght
54
* The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GVW of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount; warning,
towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
The
GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the per formance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit the towed load.

Weights and towed loads (kg)

Technical data
196
* The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount; warning,
towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding.
DIESEL ENGINESHDi 90 PEFe- HDi 90 PEFHDi 115 PEF
GearboxesManualElectronic gearbox systemManual
Model codes:SH...9HP09HP8/P/S9HD8


- Unladen weight 1 2771 313
1 318



- Kerb wei
ght
1 3521 388

1 393



-
Payload
502 498

489

-
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)

1 779

1 811
1 807
-
Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12% gradient
2 979
3 011
2 757
- Braked trailer
(within GTW limit)

on a 10% or 12% gradient 1 2001 200
950
- Braked trailer * (with load transfer with the GTW limit)

1 2001 200

1 200



- Unbraked trailer
675
675
675



- Recommended nose wei
ght 54
54 54
The
GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced by 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit th
e towed load.
Weights and towed loads (kg)

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To delete the list of recent destinations, select "Guidance options" in the navigation menu then select "Delete last destinations" and confi rm. Select "Ye s" then confi rm.
Deleting just one destination is not possible.


Go from the list to the menu (left/right).

NAVIGATION - GUIDANCE
Access to the "NAVIGATION" menu
Press NAV.
or

Contact a CITROËN
dealer for mappingupdates.


A short press on the end of thelighting control stalk repeats the last navigation message.

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Night mode

Auto Day/Night

Ad
just luminosity


Set date and time


"SETUP" MENU
Displa
y configuration


Choose colour
Harmon
y
Cartography
Day mode

Voice synthesis


Guidance instructions volume

Select male voice / Select female voice
2

Select units
SCREEN MENU MAP
2
3
3
2

Lighting confi guration
Parkin
g assistance
En
gage rear wiper in REVERSE
Duration of guide-me home lighting
1
Define vehicle parameters *
2

Operation of wipers
3Directional headlamps
3Mood lighting
3Daytime running lamps
* The parameters var
y according to the vehicle.
2

Alert log
1
Trip computer
2

Status of functions

276Alphabetical index
Fuel tank..................................................77,79Fusebox, dashboard ...................................173Fuses...........................................................173
G.P.S...........................................................210Gearbox, electronic.....................128, 133,151Gearbox, manual.........................126,127,151Gear efficiency indicator.............................r127Gear lever......................................................20Gear lever, electronic gearbox system.....128,151Gear lever, manual gearbox.......................126Glove box......................................................94Guidance .............................................208,215Guide-me-home ............................................83
Identification plates.....................................198Indicators, direction....................................114Inflating accessories (using the kit)............152Inflating tyres ................................................20Inputs for audio system ............... 241, 262,264Instrument panel ........................................... 22Instrument panel lighting..............................34Instrument panel screen.......................22, 127Interior fittings...............................................93ISOFIX.........................................................111ISOFIX child seats...............................110-112ISOFIX mountings.......................................110
Jack .............................................................157JACK socket ................................241, 262,264
Hands-free kit......................................224, 265Hazard warning lamps................................114Headlamp adjustment...................................86Head restraints, front....................................60Heated seats.................................................61Heating....................................................20, 53Height and reach adjustment,steering wheel............................................65Hill start assist.............................................132Hooks..................................................100, 102Horn.............................................................114
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Filling with fuel.........................................77-79Fitting a wheel .............................................160Fitting roof bars ...........................................187Fittings, boot ...............................................100Fittings, front .................................................93Flashing indicators......................................114Foglamps, rear..............................................r81Fragrance car tridge......................................58Front foglamps................................81,85,167Front seats ....................................................59Fuel..........................................................20, 78Fuel consumption..........................................20Fuel filler flap...........................................77, 79Fuel gauge ....................................................77
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Economy mode...........................................182Electric window controls ...............................70Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)...... 115Electronic engine immobiliser.................r67, 69Emergency boot release...............................75Emergency braking system........................116Emergency call...................................115, 200Emergency warning lamps .........................114eMyWay ......................................................201Energy economy mode ...............................182Engine, Diesel ...............................78, 147,195Engine, petrol ................................78, 146,191Engine compartment...........................146,147Engine compar tment fusebox.....................173Engine oil level indicator.......................r33,148Engines.......................................191,193,195Environment............................................20, 69ESP/ASR.....................................................117
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Keeping children safe ..........104,111, 112,122Key in ignition warning..................................67Key with remote control ....................66, 67, 69
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Labels, identification...................................198Lamps, front................................................164Lamps, warning and indicator...........r23, 26, 27