2013 Citroen C3 PICASSO brake fluid

Monitoring
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Warning lampis onCauseAction / Observations
Anti-lockBraking System(ABS)
fixed. The anti-lock braking system has a
fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without
delay.
Dynamic stability control(ESP/ASR)
flashing. The ESP/ASR regulation is active. The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle.
fixed. Unless it has been deactivated(button pressed and its indicator lamp
on) the ESP/ASR system has a fault. Have it checked b
y a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Engine autodiagnosis system
flashing.The engine management system hasa fault. Risk of destruction of the catalytic conver ter.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
fix
ed. The emission control system has a
f
ault.
The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not
go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop without delay.
Brakingfixed, associated with
the STOP warning
lamp. The braking system fluid level is too
low.You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid recommended by CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

+ fixed, associated with
the
STOP and ABS
warning lamp.Th
e electronic brake force distribution(EBFD) system has a fault.You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Checks
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Petrol engines
1.
Screenwash fluid reservoir.2.
Coolant header tank.3.Air filter.4.
Brake fluid reservoir.5.
Battery.
6.Fusebox.7. Engine oil dipstick. 8.Engine oil filler cap.
To avoid damaging the electrical units,the use of a high pressure washer in the engine compar tment is strictly prohibited .

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Checks
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Diesel engines
1.
Screenwash fluid reservoir. 2.Coolant header tank.3.Air filter.4.
Brake fluid reservoir.
5. Battery.
6.Fusebox.7. Engine oil dipstick.8.Engine oil filler cap.9.
Priming pump (on fuel filter).

Checks
148






Checking levels
Brake fluid level Oil level


The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using theoil level indicator on the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick. Th
e brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.

Changing the fl uid

Refer to the ser vicing booklet for details of the
interval for this operation.

Engine oil change

Refer to the servicing booklet for details of the
interval 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.

Oil specifi cation

The oil must be the correct grade for your engine and conform to the manufacturer'srecommendations.


Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet the
DOT3 or DOT4 standard.
If a level drops si
gnificantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the ser vicing booklet and the requirements of the warranty. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.

Ta k e c a r e w h e n w o r k i ng under the bonnet, as certain areas of the engine may be extremely
hot (risk of burns) and the cooling fan could star t at any time (even with the ignition off).
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.

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Checks
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Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system isnoticed, the parking brake must be checked, even between two ser vices.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for the
details of the level checking inter val for this component.
For in
formation on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Brake disc wear
Brake wear depends on the styleof driving, par ticularly in the case of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It may be necessary to have
the condition o
f the brakes checked, even between vehicle services.
Brake pads
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the checking inter val for
this component.
Electronic gearbox














Only use products recommended by CITROËN or products of equivalent quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operationof units as impor tant as the braking system, CITROËN selects and offers very specific products. Checkin
g this system must be done by aCITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads are worn.

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277 Alphabetical index
Main beam............................................80,166Maintenance..................................................20Map reading lamps...............................90,171Markings, identification ...............................198Mat................................................................96Menu, main................................................. 258Mini fuel level................................................77Mirror, rear view............................................65Mirrors, door..................................................r64Misfuel prevention.........................................79Motorway function (direction indicators).....114Mountings for ISOFIX seats .......................110MP3 CD .......................................................261Music media players ...................................236
Navigation ...........................................207,208Number plate lamps .................................... 169
Oil filter........................................................r150Oil level..................................................33,148Opening the bonnet....................................144Opening the boot....................................66, 75Opening the doors ..................................66, 72Opening the fuel filler flap .............................77Operation indicator lamps.......................23,26
Paint colour code ........................................198Panoramic glass sunroof..............................f76Parcel shelf, rear.................................r102,103Parking brake......................................126,151Parking sensors, rear..................................r140Particle emission filter........................r149, 150Passenger compartment filter....................r150Player, CD MP3 ...........................................261Port, USB....................................241,262,264Priming the fuel system ..............................145Protecting children .......104,108, 111, 112, 122Puncture ...................................................... 152
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LED daytime running lamps..................84,168Level, brake fluid.........................................148Levels and checks................................146-149Lighting, guide-me home ........................82,83Lighting, interior....................................r90,171Lighting bulbs (replacement) ..............164,169Lighting control stalk.....................................80Lighting dimmer............................................r34Loading..................................................20,187Load reduction mode..................................181Load space cover........................................r100Localised assistance call ............................200Localised emergency call ...........................200Locating your vehicle....................................67Locking from the inside.................................73Long objects, transpor ting............................99LPG.............................................................193
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Radio..........................................233, 234,259Reading lamps, rear......................................r90Rear foglamp...............................................169Rear screen (demisting)................................52Recharging the battery ...............................180Reduction of electrical load ........................181Regeneration of the par ticle emissionsfilter...........................................................r150Reinitialising the electric windows................70Reinitialising the remote control...................68Remote control........................................66, 69Removing a wheel......................................160Removing the mat.........................................96Repair kit, puncture.....................................152Replacing bulbs ..................................164, 169Replacing fuses .......................................... 173Replacing the air filter.................................r150Replacing the oil filter.................................r150Replacing the passenger compartmentfilter...........................................................r150Replacing wiper blades.........................89, 183Resetting the service indicator.....................r32Resetting the trip recorder............................r34Rev counter...................................................r22Reversing camera.......................................142Reversing lamp........................................... 169Risk areas (update).....................................212Roof bars.....................................................187Roof blind......................................................76Routine checks...................................150, 151Running out of fuel (Diesel)........................145