2013 Citroen C3 RHD battery replacement

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Access
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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, anaudible 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 whenin 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 CITROËNdealer as soon as possible.
)Immobilise the vehicle. )Turn the key fully towards you toposition 1 (Stop).)Remove the key from the ignition switch.

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Checks
145
According to your version of instrument panel, the start of
saturation of the par ticle emissions filter is indicated by: - fixed illumination of the par ticle emissions filter warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal, or
- temporary illumination of
the ser vice warning lamp,

As soon as the traffic conditions permit, regenerate
the filter by driving at a speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, refer to the "Additivelevel" section.







Checks
12 V battery
The battery does not require anymaintenance.
However, check that the terminals are clean and correctly tightened,particularly in summer and winter.
The presence o
f this label, in particular with
the Stop & Star t system, indicates the use of
a specific 12 V lead-acid batter
y with special
technology and specification. The involvement
of a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop is essential when replacing or disconnecting thebattery. When carr
ying out work on the battery, refer
to the "12 V battery" section for details of theprecautions to be taken before disconnecting
the battery and following its reconnection.
Unless other wise indicated, check these components in accordance with the MAINTENANCE AND WARR ANT Y GUIDE and accordin
g to your engine.
Other wise, have them checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
On a new vehicle, the first operations of regeneration of the par ticle emissionsfilter may be accompanied by the smell of "burning", w hic h is per fec t ly normal.
Following prolonged operation of thevehicle at very low speed or at idle, you may, in exceptional circumstances, notice the emission of water vapour atthe exhaust on acceleration. This does not affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the environment.
Par ticle emission filter (Diesel)
accompanied by an audible signal and amessage that there is a risk of blockage of
the par ticle emissions filter.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter

Refer to the MAINTENANCE AND
WARR ANT Y GUIDE for details of
the replacement intervals for thesecomponents.
Depending on the environment (e.g. dustyatmosphere) and the use of the vehicle (e.g. city
driving), replace them twice as often if necessar y.y A clogged passenger compar tment filter may have
an adverse effect on the performance of the air conditioning system and generate undesirableodours.


Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Refer to the MAINTENANCE AND
WARR ANT Y GUIDE for details of
the replacement inter val for this component.
Oil filter

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Alphabetical index
281
Labels, identification .................................... 197Lamps, front.................................................160Lamps, rear..................................................r164Lamps, warning and indicator...................r25-34
LED daytime running lamps...........................86Level, brake fluid..........................................143Levels and checks..................................141-144Lighting, guide-me home.........................84,85Lighting, interior...............................r90, 91, 166Lighting bulbs (replacement) ................160-166Lighting control stalk......................................82Lighting dimmer.............................................r39Loading...........................................................21Load reduction mode...................................177Localised assistance call .............................200Localised emergency call............................200Locating your vehicle.....................................68Locking from the inside..................................76Low fuel level.................................................79LPG .............................................................. 190
Keeping children safe ......................98-107, 115Key in ignition warning...................................68Key with remote control ............................66-70
Jack..............................................................152JACK socket ...........................94, 241,262, 264
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K
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Main beam.............................................82, 162Maintenance...................................................21Markings, identification................................197Mat.................................................................95Menu, main ..................................................258Mirror, rear view.............................................65Mirrors, door...................................................r64Misfuel prevention..........................................81Motorway function (direction indicators)..................................108Mountings for ISOFIX seats ................ 104, 106MP3 CD.................................................237, 261Music media players....................................236
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Navigation ....................................................207Number plate lamps.....................................164
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Paint colour code.........................................197Parcel shelf, rear............................................r97Parking brake........................................118, 146Parking sensors, rear...................................r135Particle emission filter.........................r144,145Passenger compartment filter.....................r145Player, CD MP3.....................................237, 261Port, USB ...............................94, 241,262, 264
Priming the fuel system...............................140Protecting children...........................98-107, 115Puncture........................................................147
Radio ....................................................233, 259Radio pre-equipment...................................183Rear foglamp ..........................................83, 164Rear screen (demisting).................................59Recharging the battery.................................175Reduction of electrical load ......................... 177Regeneration of the particle emissions filter....r145Reinitialising the electric windows..................74Reinitialising the remote control ....................69Remote control.........................................66,70Removing a wheel ....................................... 155Removing the mat..........................................95Repair kit, puncture.......................................147Replacing bulbs .................................... 160-166Replacing fuses.....................................167-173Replacing the air filter..................................r145Replacing the oil filter..................................r145
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Oil filter.........................................................r145Oil level....................................................37, 143Opening the bonnet .....................................139Opening the boot.....................................66, 78Opening the doors...................................66,75Opening the fuel filler flap ..............................79Operation indicator lamps.........................25-34