2014 Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD engine

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Warning/indicator lampis on Cause Action / Observations
Anti-lock
Braking System
(ABS) fixed.
The anti-lock braking system has a
fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
dr

ive carefully at reduced speed and contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without
d e l ay.
Electronic
stability
programme
(ESP/ASR) flashing.
The ESP/
aS

R regulation is operating. 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/
aS

R system has a fault.Have it checked by a CITR
oËn

or a qualified
workshop.
Engine
autodiagnosis
system flashing.
The engine management system has
a fault. Risk of destruction of the catalytic converter.
Have it checked by a CITR
oËn

dealer or a qualified
workshop.
fixed. 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.
+ fixed, associated with
the ST
oP a

nd ab
S
w

arning lamp. The electronic brake force distribution
(E
bFd) s

ystem has a fault.You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a CITR
oËn

dealer or a qualified
workshop.
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Low fuel levelfixed. When it first comes on there remains
approximately 5 litres of fuel in the
tank. You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid running
out of fuel.
This warning lamp will come on every time the ignition
is switched on, until a sufficient addition of fuel is
made.
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 50 litres (petrol) or
48 litres (Diesel); depending on version: approximately
30 litres (petrol or Diesel).
ne

ver continue to drive until you run out of fuel as
this could damage the emission control and injection
systems.
Warning
/indicator lampis on Cause Action / Observations
Maximum
coolant
temperature fixed.
The temperature of the cooling
system is too high. Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before topping
up the level, if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a CITR
oËn

dealer or
qualified workshop.
Engine oil
pressure fixed.
There is a fault with the engine
lubrication system. You must stop as soon it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Battery charge fixed. The battery charging circuit has a
fault (dirty or loose terminals, slack or
cut alternator belt, ...). The warning lamp should go off when the engine is
started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITR
oËn

dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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Monitoring

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Warning/indicator lampis on Cause Action / Observations
Airbags temporarily. This lamp comes on for a few
seconds when you turn on the
ignition, then goes off. This lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITR
oËn

dealer or a
qualified workshop.
fixed.
on

e of the airbag or seat belt
pretensioner systems has a fault. Have it checked by a CITR
oËn

dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Front seat belt
not fastened /
unfastened fixed then flashing
accompanied by an
increasing audible
signal. The driver and/or the front passenger
has not fastened or has unfastened
their seat belt.
Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.
Rear seat belt
not fastened /
unfastened fixed then flashing
accompanied by an
audible signal.
on

e or more rear passengers have
unfastened their seat belt.
Power steering fixed. The power steering has a fault.
dr

ive carefully at reduced speed.
Have it checked by a CITR
oËn

dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Door(s) open
fixed if the speed is
below 6 mph (10 km/h).a door or the boot is still open. C
lose the door or boot.
fixed and accompanied
by an audible signal
if the speed is above
6

mph (10 km/h).
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Engine oil level indicator*
Oil level correct
Oil level lowOil level indicator fault
In the event of a fault with the electric oil
gauge, the engine oil level is no longer
monitored.
While the system is faulty, you should
check the engine oil level using the
dipstick located under the bonnet.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
This is indicated by the flashing of " O I L"
, linked
with the service warning lamp, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message in the
multifunction screen.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
prevent damage to the engine.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section. This is signaled by the flashing of "OIL- -"
.
Contact a CITR
oËn
dealer or a qualified
workshop.
The level shown will only be correct
if the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more than
30
m

inutes.
On versions fitted with an electric oil level
gauge, information on the engine oil level is
displayed for a few seconds in the instrument
panel when the ignition is switched on, after the
service information.
*
d
ep

ending on version.
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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the guidelines on operation and
maintenance below:
F
I
f the interior temperature remains very high after the vehicle has been parked in the
sun for a considerable time, first ventilate the passenger compartment for a
few minutes.
P

lace the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air in
the passenger compartment.
F

T
o obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located in the passenger compartment on both sides of the rear shelf.
F
d
o n
ot cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard (behind the instrument
panel); this is used for regulation of the air conditioning system.
F

O
perate the air conditioning system for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month to keep
it in good working order.
F

E
nsure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly (refer to the "Checks" section).
W

e recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its
second special active filter, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the
occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment (reduction of allergic
symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).
F

T
o ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have
it checked regularly.
F

I
f the system does not produce cold air, do not use it and contact a CITR
oËn
dealer or
a qualified workshop. The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off the
air conditioning saves engine power and so improves towing capacity.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge
of water under the vehicle which is
perfectly normal.
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The control button is
located on the heating
or air conditioning
system control panel.
Rear screen demist/defrost
Switching on
The rear screen demist /defrost can only
operate when the engine is running.
F
P
ress this button to demist /defrost the rear
screen and the door mirrors. The indicator
lamp associated with the button comes on.
Switching off
The demist /defrost switches off automatically to
prevent an excessive consumption of current.
F

I
t is possible to stop the demist /defrost
operation before it is switched off
automatically by pressing the button again.
The indicator lamp associated with the
button switches off.
F

S
witch off the demist /defrost
of the rear screen and door
mirrors as soon as you consider
this possible as lower current
consumption results in reduced fuel
consumption.
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Footwells.
Central and side vents.The air distribution can be
adapted by placing the dial in an
intermediate position.
2. Air flow adjustment
F Turn the dial from position 1
to position 5 to obtain a
comfortable air flow. Windscreen, side windows and
footwells.
F
T
urn the dial from blue
(cold) to red (hot) to adjust
the temperature to your
requirements. Windscreen and side windows.
1. Temperature adjustment
The heating / ventilation or air conditioning systems can only operate with the engine running.
3. Air distribution adjustment
Heating /
Ventilation
Manual air
conditioning
F If you place the air flow control
in position 0 (deactivation of the
system), the temperature is no
longer maintained at a comfortable
level. However, a slight flow of air,
due to the movement of the vehicle,
can still be felt.
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The air conditioning only operates when the engine is running.The driver and front passenger can
each adjust the temperature to their
requirements.
F

T
urn control 2 or 3 to the left or to the right
respectively to decrease or increase this value.
A setting around the value 21 provides
optimum comfort. However, depending on
your requirements, a setting between 18 and
24 is normal.
You are advised to avoid a left / right setting
difference of more than 3.
Automatic operation
F Press the "AUTO" button. The
indicator lamp in the button
comes on.
2. Driver's side adjustment
dual-zone digital air conditioning
We recommend the use of this mode: it permits
automatic and optimised adjustment of all
of the functions, passenger compartment
temperature, air flow, air distribution and air
recirculation, in accordance with the comfort
value that you have chosen.
This system is designed to operate effectively
in all seasons, with the windows closed. The value indicated on the display corresponds
to a level of comfort and not to a temperature in
degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.
1. Automatic comfort programme
3. Passenger's side adjustment
on entering the vehicle, if the interior
temperature is much colder or warmer
than the comfort value, there is no
need to change the value displayed in
order to obtain the comfort required.
The system corrects the difference
in temperature automatically and as
quickly as possible.
When the engine is cold, to prevent
too great a distribution of cold air, the
air flow will reach its optimum level
gradually.
In cold weather, it favours the
distribution of warm air to the
windscreen, side windows and footwells
o n l y.
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Comfort