2013 Citroen C3 RHD brake fluid

1
Monitoring
31
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 aCITROËN 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.

fix
ed. 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
fault. 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.
Braking

fixed, 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.

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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.

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Checks
141














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.

Checks
142













Diesel engines

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).

10
Checks
143






Checking levels
Oil level


The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using theoil level indicator in the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.
Engine oil change
Refer to the MAINTENANCE AND WARR ANT Y GUIDE for details of the inter val
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.

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.
Check all of these levels re
gularly, in line with the MAINTENANCE AND WARR ANT Y GUIDE. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


Take care when working under the bonnet, as certain areas of the engine may be extremely hot (risk of burns) and the cooling fan could star t atany time (even with the ignition off).

Oil specifi cation
The oil must be the correct grade for your
engine and conform to the manufacturer'srecommendations.
Th
e brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level

Changing the fl uid

Refer to the MAINTENANCE AND
WARR ANT Y GUIDE for details of the intervalfor this operation.


Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet
the DOT3 or DOT4 standard.

Checks
146
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the MAINTENANCE AND
WARR ANT Y GUIDE for the details
of the level checking inter val for thiscomponent.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
R
efer to the MAINTENANCE AND
WARR ANT Y GUIDE for details of
the level checking inter val for thiscomponent.
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of effectiveness of this system isnoticed, the parking brake must bechecked, even between two ser vices.
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the MAINTENANCE AND
WARR ANT Y GUIDE for details of thechecking inter val for this component.
















Brake pads

Brake disc wea
r
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 of the brakes checked,
even between vehicle services.
For in
formation on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a quali
fied workshop.
















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.

Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.

Checking this system must be done by aCITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,or in wintry conditions, ice, can form on the brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may be reduced. Make lightbrake applications to dry and defrost the brakes.

Visual search
278
Running out of Diesel 140

Technical data - Maintenance
Checking levels 143 -14 4 - oil - brake fluid - coolant - screenwash fluid-additive (Diesel with particle emissions filter)
Changing bulbs 160 -166 - front - rear - interior

Checking c omponents 145 -146 - battery- air filter / passenger compartment filter - oil filter - particle emissions filter (Diesel) - brake pads/discs
Engine compar tment fuses 167-173

Battery 174 -176 Energy economy mode 177


Bonnet 139
Under-bonnet layout, petrol 141
Under-bonnet layout, Diesel 142


Petrol engines 187-189
LPG engines 19 0 -191
Diesel engines 192-195
Dimensions 196
Identification markings 197

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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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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

Alphabetical index
282
Replacing the passenger compartment filter....r145Replacing wiper blades..........................89,178Resetting the service indicator......................r36Resetting the trip recorder.............................r38Rev counter..............................................r23, 24Reversing camera........................................137Reversing lamp............................................164Risk areas (update)......................................212Routine checks....................................145,146Running out of fuel (Diesel) .........................140
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Safety for children............................98-107, 115Scented air freshener....................................r60Screen, colour 16/9........................................50Screen, colour and mapping................205, 244Screen, monochrome..................258,268,270Screen, multifunction(with audio equipment)....................43, 46, 50Screen-wash reservoir.................................144Screen menu map ........................244,268,270Screenwash...................................................88Screenwash fluid level .................................144Seat, rear bench ............................................63Seat adjustment.............................................61Seat belts ......................................101, 112, 113Seats, rear......................................................r63Serial number, vehicle.................................197Ser vice indicator............................................r35Servicing........................................................21
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Setting the clock............................................38Shor t-cut menus ..........................................206Sidelamps......................................82,162, 164Side repeater................................................162Snow chains .................................................159Spare wheel.................................................153Speakers (fitting).......................................... 183Speed limiter.................................................r131Speedometer...........................................r23,24Stability control (ESP) ...................................111Starting the vehicle........................68, 120, 124Steering mounted controls, audio........200, 257Stopping the vehicle ......................68, 120, 124Stop & Start.........42, 59,79, 127, 139, 145,174Storage.....................................................92,93Storage box....................................................97Storage drawer...............................................95Stowing rings .................................................96Sun visor........................................................r93Synchronising the remote control..................69Synthesiser, voice ........................................218System, navigation.......................................207Systems, ASR and ESP................................111
Unlocking.......................................................66Unlocking from the inside ..............................76Update risk areas.........................................212USB Box........................................94 , 241, 262
Telephone............................................224,265Te m p e r a t u r e a djustment ..........................54, 57Te m p o r a ry tyre repair kit...............................147Third brake lamp..........................................165Time.........................................................23, 38TMC (Tr a f f i c i n f o).........................................221Tools .............................................................152Total distance recorder..................................r38To w b a r..........................................................r181Towed loads ......................... 188, 189, 193, 194
To w i ng another vehicle ................................180Tr a c t i o n c o n t r o l (ASR)..................................111Traffic information (TA)........................222,260Traffic information (TMC).............................221Tr a i l e r...........................................................r181Tr i p c o m p u t e r................................r40-42,46, 47Tr i p d i s t a n c e r e c o r d e r....................................r38Tyre pressures .............................................197Tyres...............................................................21
Table of weights............................187,190,192Tables of engines .................188, 189, 193, 19 4Ta bles of fuses.............................................167Tank, fuel..................................................79,81Te chnical data.......................................187-196