2016 Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD oil dipstick

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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 CITROËN 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.
* Depending on version.
1
Monitoring

142
Petrol engines
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.
A

i r f i l t e r.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.


Battery.
6.
F

usebox.
7.
E

ngine oil dipstick.
8.
E

ngine oil filler cap.To avoid damaging the electrical units,
never use a high pressure jet wash in
the engine compartment.
Checks

143
Diesel engine
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Coolant header tank.
3.
A

i r f i l t e r.
4.
B

rake fluid reservoir.
5.


Battery.
6.
F

usebox.
7.
E

ngine oil dipstick.
8.
E

ngine oil filler cap.The Diesel fuel system operates under
high pressure:
-

N
ever carry out any work on this
system yourself.
-

H
Di engines make use of advanced
technology.
All maintenance and repairs require
specially trained staff, which only a
CITROËN dealer can provide.
To avoid damaging the electrical units,
never use a high pressure jet wash in
the engine compartment.
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Checks

144
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
A = MA X
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).
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.
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). 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.
F

L

ocate the dipstick in the engine
compartment of your vehicle.
For more information on the petrol or Diesel
engine, refer to the corresponding section.
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 .
Checks

145
Brake fluid level
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
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
F Locate the oil filler cap in the engine compartment of your vehicle.
For more information on the petrol or Diesel
engine, refer to the corresponding section.
F

U
nscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
F

A
dd 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
dd more oil if necessary.
F

A
fter 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.
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Checks

281
Glove box ................................................8 3, 84
GPS ............................................................. 207
Guidance (Navigation)


................................207
Guide-me-home


...................................... 73, 74
Hazard warning lamps


................................107
Hazard warning lamps, automatic operation


..................................107
Headlamp adjustment


...................................77
Headlamps, automatic illumination


........71, 74
Headlamps, dipped beam


.....................71, 170
Headlamps, main beam
........................ 71

, 171
Head restraints, front
.................................... 51
Heating


.................................................... 44, 46
Hill start assist

............................................. 13

1
Hooks


...................................................... 90, 92
Horn ............................................................. 108
H
F
Gauge, fuel.............................................. 10, 68
Gearbox, electronic ........................8, 126, 148
Gearbox, manual


............................8, 130, 148
Gear efficiency indicator


.............................13 0
Gear lever, electronic gearbox
...................148Identification, vehicle
..................................
19

9
Immobiliser, electronic


..........................60, 123
G
I
Eco-driving ...................................................... 8
Economy mode ........................................... 18 6
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)


...................................................... 112
Emergency braking assistance (EBA)
........ 11

2
Emergency warning lamps
......................... 10

7
Emissions control system, SCR
...........21, 162
eMyWay


...................................................... 201
Energy economy mode


...............................18 6
Engine compartment


..........................142, 143
Engine, Diesel
....................... 6

9, 141, 143, 196
Engine, petrol


................................ 69, 142, 194
Environment
............. 8

, 60, 108, 146, 168, 185
E
Defrosting ...................................................... 43
Dial ................................................................ 10
Diesel


............................................................ 69
Dimensions


................................................. 198
Dipstick
................

.................................. 25, 144
Direction indicators


......................107, 170, 174
Display screen, instrument panel


.........10, 130
Display screen, multifunction (with audio system)
.........................27, 30, 34
Doors


............................................................. 63
Drawer, storage


............................................. 85
Driving economically ....................................... 8
Dynamic stability control (DSC)
.................. 11

3Filling the fuel tank
..................................6
8 -70
Filter, air ...............
.......................................147
Filter, oil


.......................................................147
Filter, particle


......................................146, 147
Filter, passenger compartment


...................147
Fitting a wheel

...............................
..............159
Fitting roof bars


...........................................191
Fittings, boot
................................................. 90
F

ittings, front

.................................................83
Fittings, interior


.............................................83
Flap, fuel filler

...............................
...........68, 70
Flashing indicators


......................................107
Foglamp, rear
...............................

...............174
Foglamps, front


...............................72, 76, 172
Foglamps, rear


......................................72, 175
Fuel ................................................................ 69
Fuel consumption
............................................ 8
Fu

el tank.................................................. 68, 70
Fusebox, dashboard


...................................178
Fusebox, engine compartment


...................181
Fuses


...........................................................17 7
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