2013 Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD parking brake

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Stop & Start The Stop & Star t system puts the engine temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams, or other...). The engine restar ts automatically - START mode - as soon as you want to move off. The restart takes place instantly, quickly and silently.
Per fect for urban use, the Stop & Star t system reduces fuel consumption and exhaust emissions as well as the noise level when stationary.
Operation
Going into engine STOP mode
The "ECO"warning lamp comes
on in the instrument panel and the
engine goes into standby:
- with the 6-speed electronic
gearbox
system, at speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h),
when you press the brake pedal or put thegear lever in position N.
A time counter calculates thesum of the periods in STOP
mode during a journey. It rests
itself to zero every time the
ignition is switched on with thekey.

Special cases: STOP mode not available
STOP mode is not invoked when:


- the driver's door is open,

- the driver's seat belt is not fastened,

- the vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph(10 km/h) since the last engine start usingthe key,

- the engine is needed to maintain acomfortable temperature in the passenger compartment,

- demisting is active,

- some special conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance,ambient temperature...) where the engine isneeded to assure control of a system.

The "ECO"warning lamp flashes for
a few seconds then goes off.
This operation is per fectly normal.
Never refuel with the engine in STOPmode; you must switch off the ignition with the key.
For your comfor t, during parkingmanoeuvres, STOP mode is not available for a few seconds after coming out of reverse gear.STOP mode does not affect the functionality of the vehicle, such as for example, braking, power steering...

Checks
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If excessive travel or a loss of effectiveness of this system is
noticed, 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 style
of 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 offersvery specific products. Checkin
g this system must be done by a CITROËN 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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Removing a wheel

List of operations
)
Remove the bolt cover from each of the bolts using the tool 3(with allow wheels
only).) Fit the security socket 4
to the
wheelbrace 1to slacken the security bolt(if your vehicle has them).) Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace 1only.
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not block traffic: the ground must be level,stable and non-slippery. Apply the parking brake, switch off theignition and engage first gear to lockthe wheels. If necessary, place a chock under thewheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be changed. You must ensure that the occupants getout of the vehicle and wait where theyare safe. Never go underneath a vehicle raisedusing a jack; use an axle stand.

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Towing the vehicle


Access to the tools

The towing eye is installed under the boot floor.
To gain access to it: )open the boot, )remove the adjustable boot floor, )lift up the boot carpet, )remove the towing eye from the tool 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 towingbar; 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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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 bedeactivated automatically if a genuine CITROËN towbar is used.

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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 force in your country on the use of snowchains and the maximum running speedauthorised.


Avoid driving on roads that have beencleared of snow, to avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and the road surface. It is recommended that before you leave,you practise fitting the snow chains ona level and dry surface. If your vehicleis fitted with alloy wheels, check thatno par t of the chain or its fixings is incontact with the wheel rim.

All ori
ginal tyre sizes (15", 16 ", 17 ") can be fitted with chains.
Original tyresize Maximum link size.
1
95 / 60 R15 9 mm
1
95 / 55 R16 9 mm
2
05 / 45 R17 7 mm
For more information on snow chains
, contact a
CITROËN 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 instructions provided by the manufacturer.)
Move off gently and drive for a few moments, without exceeding 30 mph(50 km/h). )
Stop your vehicle and check that the snowchains are correctly tightened. Use onl
y the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:

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277 Alphabetical index
Main beam............................................79,165Maintenance..................................................20Map reading lamps...............................89,170Markings, identification ...............................197Mat................................................................95Menu, main................................................. 258Mini fuel level................................................76Mirror, rear view............................................63Mirrors, door..................................................r62Misfuel prevention.........................................78Motorway function (direction indicators).....113Mountings for ISOFIX seats .......................109MP3 CD .......................................................261Music media players ...................................236
Opening the bonnet ....................................143Opening the boot....................................64, 74Opening the doors ..................................64, 71Opening the fuel filler flap.............................76Operation indicator lamps.......................23,26
Paint colour code........................................197Panoramic glass sunroof..............................f75Parcel shelf, rear.................................r101, 102Parking brake ......................................125, 150Parking sensors, rear..................................r139Particle emission filter........................r148, 149Passenger compartment filter....................r149Player, CD MP3...........................................261Port, USB....................................241,262,264Priming the fuel system..............................144Protecting children .......103,107, 110,111, 121Puncture ......................................................151
Remote control........................................64, 68Removing a wheel ......................................159Removing the mat.........................................95Repair kit, puncture.....................................151Replacing bulbs..................................163, 168Replacing fuses..........................................172Replacing the air filter.................................r149Replacing the oil filter.................................r149Replacing the passenger compartment filter....................................r149Replacing wiper blades .........................88, 182Resetting the service indicator.....................r32Resetting the trip recorder............................r34Rev counter...................................................r22Reversing camera.......................................141Reversing lamp...........................................168Risk areas (update) .....................................212Roof bars.....................................................186Roof blind ......................................................75Routine checks ................................... 149,150Running out of fuel (Diesel)........................ 144
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Localised assistance call ............................200Localised emergency call ...........................200Locating your vehicle....................................66Locking from the inside.................................72Long objects, transpor ting............................98LPG.............................................................192
Navigation...........................................207, 208Number plate lamps....................................168
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Safety for children ................................107,112Scented air freshener...................................r56Screen, colour and mapping...............205, 244Screen, monochrome................258,268,270Screen, multifunction(with audio equipment)...................35, 38,41Screen-wash reservoir................................148Screen menu map.......................244,268,270Screenwash..................................................87Screenwash fluid level................................148Seat, rear bench...........................................60Seat adjustment......................................57,60
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Oil filter........................................................r149Oil level ..................................................33, 147
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Radio..........................................233,234, 259Reading lamps, rear......................................r89Rear foglamp...............................................168Rear screen (demisting) ................................50Recharging the battery ...............................179Reduction of electrical load ........................180Regeneration of the particle emissions filter..........................................r149Reinitialising the electric windows................69Reinitialising the remote control...................67
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