2017 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS parking brake

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Fuel cut- of f
Your vehicle is equipped with a safety device
which cuts off the fuel supply in the event of a
collision.
Misfuel prevention
(Diesel)
(Depending on country of sale)
Mechanical device which prevents filling the
tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. It helps
avoid the risk of engine damage that can result
from filling with the wrong fuel.
Operation
When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the
Diesel tank, it comes into contact with the flap.
The system remains closed and prevents filling.It remains possible to use a fuel can to fill
the tank.
In order to ensure a good flow of fuel,
do not place the nozzle of the fuel can in
direct contact with the flap of the misfuel
prevention device and pour slowly.
Travelling abroad
As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be
different in other countries, the presence
of the misfuel prevention device may make
refuelling impossible.
Not all Diesel vehicles are fitted with
misfuel protection, so before travelling
abroad, we recommend that you check
with the CITROËN dealer network whether
your vehicle is suitable for the fuel pumps
in the country in which you intend to travel.
Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type
filler nozzle.
Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains
improve traction as well as the
behaviour of the vehicle when
braking.
Snow chains must be fitted only to the
front wheels. They must never be fitted to
"space-saver" type spare wheels.
Take account of the legislation in force in
your country on the use of snow chains
and the maximum authorised speed.
Installation tips
F If you have to fit the chains during a journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face on the side
of the road.
F

A
pply the parking brake and, if necessary,
put wheel chocks against the wheels to
prevent your vehicle from sliding.
F

F
it the chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
F

M
ove off gently and drive for a few seconds,
without exceeding 30
mph (50 km/h).
F

S
top your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
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Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Brake pads
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.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Brake disc wear
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN or a
qualified workshop.
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.
Checking this system must be done by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent quality
and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
components as important as those in the
braking system, CITROËN selects and
offers very specific products.
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.
AdBlue® (BlueHDi
engines)
SCR system
Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of
the oxides of nitrogen (NOx) into nitrogen and
water, which are harmless to health and the
environment.
The AdBlue
® is contained in
a special tank holding about
15


litres.
An alert system is triggered automatically once
the reser ve level is reached: you can then drive
for a further 1,500

miles (2,400 km) before the
tank is emptied completely.
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Repair procedure
F Park the vehicle without obstructing any traffic and apply the parking brake.
F

F
ollow the safety instructions (hazard warning
lamps, warning triangle, wearing high visibility
vest, etc.) according to the legislation in force
in the country where you are driving.
F

S
witch off the ignition.
F Uncoil the pipe stowed under the compressor.
Access to the kit
This kit is installed in the storage box, under
the boot floor.
List of tools
1. Temporary puncture repair kit.
Contains a sealant cartridge for the
temporary repair of a tyre and can also be
used for adjusting tyre pressures.
2. Socket for the security bolts (located in the
glove box or in the tool box) (depending on
ve r s i o n).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
3. Removable towing eye.
4. Flat blade screwdriver.
Allows the cover plate on the front or
rear bumper to be opened to screw in the
removable towing eye 3.
For more information on Towing the vehicle
and using the removable towing eye, refer to
the corresponding section.
Composition of the kit
1. 12 V compressor, with built-in pressure
gauge.
2. Bottle of sealant, with built-in hose.
3. Speed limit sticker.
The speed limit sticker must be secured
to the interior of the vehicle in the driver's
field of vision, to remind you that a wheel
is in temporary use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50
mph
(80
km/h) when driving with a tyre repaired
using this type of kit.
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Access to the spare wheel
Removing the wheel
The spare wheel is installed in the boot, under
t h e f l o o r.
F
U
nclip and remove the tool storage box
or pull out the polystyrene cover plate
(depending on version).
F

U
nscrew the central nut. F

R
emove the fastening device (nut and bolt).
F
R
aise the spare wheel towards you from the
r e a r.
F
T
ake the wheel out of the boot.
Putting the wheel back in place
F Put the wheel back in its housing.
F
S lacken the nut on the bolt by a few turns. If there is no wheel in the well, the
fastening device (nut and bolt) cannot be
refitted.
Removing a wheel
* Position
P for the automatic gearbox
Parking the vehicle
Stop the vehicle where it does not block
traffic: the ground must be level, stable
and non-slippery.
Apply the parking brake, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear* so as to
block the wheels.
Check that the parking brake warning
lamp comes on fixed in the instrument
panel.
The occupants must get out of the vehicle
and wait in a safe place.
Make sure that the jack is correctly
positioned at one of the vehicle's jacking
points.
Incorrect use of the jack could cause the
vehicle to collapse.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.
F

P

osition the fastening device (nut and bolt)
in the middle of the wheel.
F

T

ighten the central nut to retain the wheel
c o r r e c t l y.
F

C

lip the tool storage box back into place
or reinsert the polystyrene cover plate
(depending on version).
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General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in your
c o u nt r y.
Ensure that the weight of the towing
vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of
the towed vehicle and must have a valid
driving licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, always use an
approved towing arm; rope and straps are
prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine
off, there is no longer braking and steering
assistance.
In the following cases, you must always
call on a professional recovery ser vice:
-
v
ehicle broken down on a motor way or
main road,
-
f

our-wheel drive vehicle,
-

w
hen it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking brake,
-

t
owing with only two wheels on the
ground,
-

w
here there is no approved towbar
available.
Failure to obser ve this instruction could
result in damage to certain components
(braking, transmission, etc.) and the
absence of braking assistance the next
time the engine is started.
F

U

nlock the steering and release the parking
brake.
F

S

witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

S

et off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
Towing another vehicle
F On the rear bumper, unclip the cover from below using the flat blade screwdriver 1 .
F

S
crew in the towing eye 2 , until it tightens
fully.
F

I
nstall the towbar.
F

S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

S
et off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
F
I
nstall the towbar.
F
W
ith a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
into neutral.
F

W

ith an automatic gearbox, place the gear
selector into position N .
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KKey ...................................................... 41, 43-46
Key, electronic ........................................... 43-44
Keyless Entry and Starting ......43, 45, 11 9 , 121-12 2Key not recognised ....................................... 12 3
Key with remote control ................................11
9
Kit, hands-free
.................... 2

5 -26, 13 -14 , 1 0 -11
Kit, temporary puncture repair
...... 18

4 -185, 187
LLabels, identification ..................................... 2 11
Lamp, boot .............................................. 70, 197
Lamps, parking


............................................... 82
Lamps, rear


................................................... 195
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
...148
LEDs – Light-emitting diodes
................. 8

2, 193
Level, brake fluid
........................................... 17 7
Level, Diesel additive


.................................... 178
Level, engine coolant


.......................25, 17 7-178
Level, engine oil
............................... 28, 176 -17 7
Level, screenwash fluid

................................17

8
Levels and checks

..............................
...175 -178
Light-emitting diodes – LEDs
......... 8

2, 193 , 197
Lighting, cornering


.......................................... 86
Lighting, directional


......................................... 85
Lighting, guide-me home


................................83
Lighting, interior
...............................

.........78 -79
Lighting, mood


................................................ 79
Lighting, welcome


........................................... 83
Load reduction mode


.................................... 172
Locating your vehicle


...................................... 42
Locking
...............................

.......................42, 45
Locking from the inside
...................................49
Low fuel level

......................................... 16

6 -167
MMap reading lamps .........................................78
M arkings, identification .................................2 11
Mat


............................................................ 71, 74
Memorising a speed

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

3 -13 4
Menu


............................................................... 12
Menu, main
....................................................... 4
M

enus (audio) ........................................ 3-5, 4-5
Messages


........................................................ 28
Messages, quick
............................................. 28
M

irror, rear view .............................................. 64
Mirrors, door .................................... 63, 14 9 -15 0
Misfuel prevention


......................................... 167
Mountings, ISOFIX


....................................... 112
MP3 CD
............................................................. 9
NNet, storage..................................................... 75
Number plate lamps ...................................... 19 6
OOil, engine .............................................. 176 -17 7
Oil change .............................................. 17
6 -17 7
Oil consumption


..................................... 176 -17 7
On-board tools


........................................ 77, 185
Opening the bonnet


...............................174 -175
Opening the boot


..........................42- 43, 48-49
Opening the doors


..............................42- 43, 48
PPads, brake ................................................... 18 0
Paint colour code .......................................... 2 11
Parcel shelf, rear


............................................. 76
Park Assist

...............................
.....15 5 , 157 , 159
Parking brake


........................................ 124, 18 0
Parking sensors, front ...................................151
Parking sensors, rear .................................... 151
Plates, identification ...................................... 2 11
Player, Apple
® ..................................... 24, 10, 10
Player, MP3 CD ............................... ............23, 9
Player, USB

............................................. 23, 9, 7
Port, USB

.................................... 71, 73 , 23 , 9, 7
Pre-heater, Diesel


........................................... 21
Pressures, tyres


.................................... 188, 2 11
Pre-tensioning seat belts


.............................. 101
Priming the fuel system
................................ 18 4
Profiles


...................................................... 30, 16
Protecting children


....102-103 , 105 -107 , 111 -115
Puncture


........................................ 18 4 -185, 187
RRadio ......................................... 21, 24 , 6, 9, 4-5
Radio, digital (Digital Audio Broadcasting – DAB)
............................22, 8, 6
Range, AdBlue


.......................................... 28-29
RDS
................

....................................... 21-22, 7
Rear screen, demisting


...................................70
Recharging the battery


.........................203-204
Recirculation, air


....................................... 66-69
Reduction of electrical load


..........................172
Regeneration of the particle filter
.................179
Reinitialisation of the under- inflation detection system


....................162-163
Reinitialising the remote control
..................... 47
R

eminder, key in ignition
...............................12

1
Reminder, lighting on
...................................... 81
R

emote control

.......................................... 41- 4 5
Removing a wheel
................................ 19 0 -192
Removing the mat


........................................... 74
Replacing bulbs
.................................... 19

3, 195
Replacing fuses


..................................... 197-2 01
Replacing the air filter
................................... 17

9
Replacing the oil filter
................................... 17

9
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