2015 Citroen C3 checking oil

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Engine oil level
indicator*
On vehicles fitted with an electric oil level
indicator, information on the oil level is
displayed in the instrument panel for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched on, after
the service information.
Oil level correct
This is indicated by the flashing of " O I L",
accompanied by illumination of the service
warning lamp, an audible signal and a
message.
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.
Oil level low
This is signaled by the flashing of "OIL- -" .
Contact a CITRoËn dealer or a qualified
workshop.
In the event of a fault with the electric oil level
indicator, the engine oil level is no longer
monitored.
While the system is faulty, you should check
the engine oil level using the manual dipstick
located under the bonnet.
Refer to the "Checking levels" section.
Oil level indicator fault
The level shown will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and the
engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.
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ep

ending on version.
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Monitoring

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Checking levels
Engine oil level
The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator in the instrument
panel for vehicles so equipped, or
using the dipstick.
Checking using
the dipstick
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "di esel engine"
section for the location of the dipstick in the
engine compartment of your vehicle.
F

T
ake the dipstick by its coloured grip and
remove it completely.
F

W
ipe the end of the dipstick using a clean
non-fluffy cloth.
F

R
efit the dipstick and push fully down, then
pull it out again to make the visual check:
the correct level is between the marks A
and B .
To ensure that the reading is correct,
your vehicle must be parked on a level
sur face with the engine having been off
for more than 30 minutes.
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. 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 start at any time
(even with the ignition off).
It is normal to top up the oil level between
two services (or oil changes). CITROËN
recommends that you check the level, and top
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms). A = MA X
B = MINIf you find that the level is above the A mark or
below the B mark, do not star t the engine
.
-

I
f the level is above the MAX mark (risk
of damage to the engine), contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
-

I
f the level is below the MIN mark, you
must top up the engine oil.
Oil grade
before topping-up the oil or changing the oil,
check that the oil is the correct grade for your
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
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Checks

148
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MaX" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level
Changing the fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Topping up the engine oil level
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "di esel engine"
section for the location of the oil filler cap in the
engine compartment of your vehicle.
F

U
nscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
F
a
d
d oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
F

W
ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
F
a
d
d more oil if necessary.
F
a
f
ter checking the level, carefully refit the
oil filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.
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.
Engine oil change
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
Checks

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Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for the checking interval for
this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for details of the level
checking interval for this component.
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
effectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must be
checked, even between two services.
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for details of the checking
interval for this component.
Brake pads
Brake disc wear
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, particularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to have
the condition of the brakes checked,
even between vehicle services.
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
on
ly use products recommended by
CITRoËn or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, CITR
oËn

selects and
offers very 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 a
CITROËN 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 light
brake applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.
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F Place the switch in the "O" position.
F R emove the kit.
F

D
rive immediately for approximately
three miles (five kilometres), at reduced
speed (between 15 and 35 mph (20 and
60
km/h)), to plug the puncture.
F

S
top to check the repair and the tyre
pressure using the kit.
Checking / adjusting tyre pressures
You can also use the compressor, without
injecting sealant, to check and if necessary
adjust the tyre pressures.
F

R
emove the valve cap from the tyre and
place it in a clean area.
F

U
ncoil the pipe stowed under the
compressor.
F

S
crew the pipe onto the valve and tighten
f i r m l y. F
C heck that the compressor switch is at
the " O" position.
F

U
ncoil fully the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
F

C
onnect the compressor's plug to the
vehicle's 12 V socket.
F

S
witch on the ignition.
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Practical information

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Running out of Diesel 155
Technical data - Maintenance
Checking levels 147-149
- oil
-

b
rake fluid
-


coolant
-

s
creenwash fluid
-

additive (Diesel with particle emissions filter)AdBlue additive 1 56 -165
Changing bulbs
1
78-184
-
front
-
rear
-


interior Checking components

1
50 -151
-


battery
-
a

ir filter / passenger compartment filter
-

o
il filter
-

p
article filter (Diesel)
-
b

rake pads/discs
Engine compartment
fuses 1 85, 188 -191
Bat ter y
19

3 -195
Energy economy mode
1
96
Bonnet
1
44
Under-bonnet layout, petrol

1
45
Under-bonnet layout, Diesel

1
46
Petrol engines

2
02-205
LPG engines
2
06 -207
Diesel engines
2
08 -211
Dimensions
2
12
Identification markings
2
13
.
Visual search

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abS and EbFd systems ...............................109ac
cessories .................................................... 61
Accessory socket, 12V
...................................85
a

dditive, a d
blu
e

.............................. 22, 156, 162
ad

justing headlamps

...................................... 76
a

djusting head restraints

................................55
Adjusting the steering wheel
..........................58
ad

vice on driving

.......................................... 117
air

bags

.................................................... 20, 113
ai

rbags, curtain
...................................... 11

5 , 11 6
air

bags, front .......................................... 113 , 11 6
air

bags, lateral

....................................... 115 , 11 6
air

conditioning

........................................... 8, 46
air

conditioning, digital

.............................46, 50
air

conditioning, manual

...........................46, 47
ai

r filter .......................................................... 150
Air flow

..............................
.........................47, 51
air

intake

................................................... 48, 51
air

recirculation

......................................... 48, 51
ai

r vents

.......................................................... 45
Ambient temperature (display) ........................10
an

ti-lock braking system
(A BS)


.......................................................... 109
an

ti-pinch

........................................................ 67
ant

i-theft

....................................................... 118
apple® player ........................................2 48, 287ar
mrest, front .................................................. 84
as

sistance call

...................................... 104, 215
Audible warning


............................................ 104
au

dio cable

................................... 246, 284, 285
Audio streaming (Bluetooth)

.................2

48, 287
au

dio system ................................................. 279
A
B
C
battery ................................................... 150, 193ba
ttery, charging ........................................... 193
bat

tery, remote control
............................. 6

4, 65
bla

ck panel ...................................................... 29
bli

nd

................................................................ 83
b

lueH
di
................................................... 24, 156
bl

uetooth connection

............................269, 287
Bluetooth (telephone)


............................264, 288
bo

nnet

........................................................... 14 4
b

oot

................................................................. 71
bo

ot lamp

................................................ 81, 184
br

ake discs
.................................................... 1

51
br

ake lamps

.................................................. 182
br

ake pads

.................................................... 151
br

aking assistance system
...........................10

9
au
tomatic illumination of headlamps

........
72, 75
Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps
..............................
............................
103
Automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers
...............
......................................
77, 79
Auxiliary socket ...............................
85, 246, 285Capacity, fuel tank
..............................
..........
152
C d
.................................................................
285
CD MP3 .........................................................
286
Central locking

..........................................
63, 69
Changing a bulb

.....................................
178 -18 4
Changing a fuse

.....................................
18 5 -191
Changing a wheel ..................................
171-17 7
Changing a wiper blade ..........................
79, 192
Changing the date

...............................
35, 39, 44
Changing the remote control battery

..............
64
Changing the time

.........................
28, 35, 39, 44
Checking levels ...................................... 14 7-149
Checking the engine oil level ...................27, 147
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit)

..............................
................169
Checks
...............

....................................14 5 -151
Child lock
...............................

........................102
Child seats, IS
oF

IX
.................................9

9 -10 0
Children
...............................

.............89 -102, 114
Child seats

.....................8

9 -91, 95, 96, 99, 101
Child seats, conventional


................................95
C
ITR
oËn C

onnect Box ...............................215
C
ITR
oËn L

ocalised Emergency Call...........215
Clock


.............................................28, 35, 39, 44
Closing the boot
........................................63, 71
Closing the doors


......................................63, 68
Connectors, audio
........................... 8

5, 246, 285
Coolant level


.................................................149
Cruise control
................................................ 13

8
Cup holder

...............................
........................82
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