2020 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS ESP

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Running out of fuel
(Diesel)
On vehicles fitted with Diesel engines, the fuel
system must be primed if you run out of fuel.
If the engine does not start first time, do not
keep trying but start the procedure again from
the beginning.For more information on Misfuel
prevention (Diesel) , refer to the
corresponding section.
BlueHDi engines
F Fill the fuel tank with at least five litres of Diesel fuel.
F

S
witch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
F

W
ait around 6 seconds and switch off the
ignition.
F

R
epeat the operation 10 times.
F

O
perate the starter to run the engine.
Other HDi engines
(Except BlueHDi version)
F
F
ill the fuel tank with at least five litres of
Diesel fuel. F

O
perate the priming pump repeatedly until
resistance is felt (there may be resistance at
the first press).
F
O
perate the starter to start the engine (if the
engine does not start at the first attempt,
wait around 15 seconds before trying
again).
F
I
f the engine does not start after a few
attempts, operate the priming pump again,
then start the engine.
F
P
ut the cover in place and clip it in.
F
C
lose the bonnet.
Temporary puncture
repair kit
Scan the QR code on page 3 to view
explanatory videos.Comprising a compressor and a sealant
cartridge, it allows the temporary repair
of
a tyre so that you can drive to the nearest
garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.
Only the 12 V socket at the front of
the vehicle allows the compressor to be
connected for long enough to repair or
inflate the vehicle tyre.
The other 12 V sockets of the vehicle
are not designed to be used with the
compressor.
Under-inflation detection
After repair of the tyre, the warning
lamp will remain on until the system is
reinitialised.
For more information on Under-inflation
detection , refer to the corresponding
section.
F

O
pen the bonnet.
F

I

f necessary, unclip the cover to access the
priming pump.
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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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F Check that the compressor switch is at the "O " position.
F

F
ully uncoil the electric cable, stowed under
the compressor.
F

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

S
witch on the ignition.
The tyre inflation pressures are given on
this label. F

S
tart the compressor by placing the switch
at the " I" position and adjust the pressure
to the value shown on the vehicle's tyre
pressure label. To deflate: press the black
button located on the compressor pipe, near
the valve connection.
If a pressure of 2
bars is not reached after
7
minutes, this indicates that the tyre is
not repairable; contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop for assistance.
F

O
nce the correct pressure is reached, put
the switch to the " O" position.
F

R
emove the kit then stow it.Do not drive more than 120
miles (200 km)
with the repaired tyre; see a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop to change
the tyre.
Should the pressure of one or more tyres
be adjusted, it is necessary to reinitialise
the under-inflation detection system.
For more information on Under-inflation
detection , refer to the corresponding
section.
Spare wheel
Scan the QR code on page 3 to view
explanatory videos.
Procedure for changing a damaged wheel with
the spare wheel using the tools provided with
the vehicle.
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List of tools
1.Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel bolts.
2. Jack with integrated handle.
Used to raise the vehicle.
3. Wheel bolt cover removal tool.
Removes the central bolt covers on alloy
wheels.
4. Removable towing eye.
5. Socket for the security bolts (located in the
glove box or in the tool box) (depending on
country of sale).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts. 6.
Flat blade screwdriver.
Allows the cover plate on the front or
rear bumper to be opened to screw in the
removable towing eye 4 .
For more information on To w i n g , refer to the
corresponding section.
All of these tools are specific to your
vehicle and may vary according to the
level of equipment.
Do not use them for any other purposes.
The jack must only be used to change a
wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.
Do not use any jack other than the one
supplied with this vehicle.
If the vehicle does not have its original jack,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to obtain the correct jack for it.
The jack meets European standards,
as defined in the Machinery
Directive


2006/42/EC.
The jack does not require any
maintenance.
Access to the tools
The tools are located in the boot. Depending on
version, they are either under the floor or behind
the removable grille of the right compartment.
To gain access to them:
F

o
pen the boot,
F

t
hen, depending on version, lift the floor using
the grip, remove it and remove the carpet.
F

o
r, open the removable grille to the right by
pulling from the top.
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Daytime running lamps/sidelamps
Daytime running lamps/
sidelamps (LED)
For the replacement of this type of diode lamp,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. F
T
urn the bulb holder an eighth of a turn anti-
clockwise and extract it.
F
R
emove the bulb and replace it.
To refit the lamp, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Direction indicators
Quicker flashing of the direction indicator
(left or right) indicates that one of the
lamps on the corresponding side has
failed.
F

T
urn the bulb holder an eighth of a turn anti-
clockwise and extract it.
F

R
emove the bulb and replace it.
To refit the lamp, carry out these operations in
reverse order. Amber colour bulbs, such as the direction
indicators, must be replaced by bulbs with
identical colour and specifications.
Dipped beam headlamps
To refit the lamp, carry out these operations
in reverse order, ensuring you position the
lamp lugs properly. F
R
emove the protective cover by
unscrewing

it.
F
D
isconnect the bulb connector.
F
E
xtract the bulb by pulling and replace it.
Main beam headlamps
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Tw e e z e r s
The replacement of a fuse not shown in
the allocation tables below may cause
a serious malfunction of your vehicle.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Installing electrical accessories
Your vehicle's electrical system is
designed to operate with standard or
optional equipment.
Before installing other electrical
equipment or accessories on your vehicle,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
CITROËN will not accept responsibility for
the cost incurred in repairing your vehicle
or for rectifying malfunctions resulting
from the installation of accessories
not supplied and not recommended by
CITROËN and not installed in accordance
with its instructions, in particular when
the combined consumption of all of the
additional equipment connected exceeds
10


milliamperes.
Fuses in the dashboard
Access to the fuses
The 2 fuseboxes are located in the lower part of
the dashboard, below the steering wheel.
F
U
nclip the cover by pulling at the top left,
then right.
The two fuseboxes are located in the lower part
of the dashboard, in the glove box. F

O
pen the glove box.
F
U
nclip the fusebox protection cover.
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For right-hand drive vehicles, when the
total distance recorder has reached
37 miles (60 km), it is necessary to wait
around 15
minutes before starting the
engine.
However, if minor problems persist following
this operation, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section, you
must yourself reinitialise or reset certain
systems, such as:
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t

he key with remote control or electronic key
(depending on version),
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t

he sunroof and its electric blind,
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t

he electric windows,
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t

he date and time,
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t

he preset radio stations. The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be
available again after a continuous
period of immobilisation of the vehicle,
a period which depends on the exterior
temperature and the state of charge of the
battery (up to about 8
hours).To w i n g
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for
towing another vehicle using the towing eye.
Access to the tools
The tools are located in the boot. Depending
on version, they are either under the floor or
behind the removable grille of the right-hand
compartment.
To gain access to them:
F
o
pen the boot,
F

t
hen, depending on version, lift the floor
using the grip, remove it and remove the
carpet.
F

o
r, open the removable grille to the right by
pulling from the top.
List of tools
1. Flat blade screwdriver.
Allows the cover plate on the front or
rear bumper to be opened to screw in the
removable towing eye 1.
2. Removable towing eye.
Towing your vehicle
F On the front bumper, unclip the cover from
below using the flat blade screwdriver 1 .
F

S
crew in the towing eye 2 , until it tightens
fully.
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Characteristics of engines
and towed loads
Engines
The engine specifications (capacity, max.
power, max. speed, energy, CO
2 emissions,
etc.) associated with your vehicle are given in
the registration document, as well as in sales
brochures.
These characteristics correspond to the
values type-approved on a test bed, under
conditions defined in European legislation
(Directive
1

999/99/EC).
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Weights and towed loads
The maximum weights and towed loads for
your vehicle are given in the registration
document, as well as in sales brochures.
These values are also shown on the
manufacturer's nameplate or label.
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop. The GTW values and the towable loads
listed are valid for a maximum altitude of
1,000
metres. The towable load must be
reduced by steps of 10% for each additional
1,000

metres.
The maximum authorised nose weight
corresponds to the weight permitted on the
towbar.
GT W: Gross train weight.
High exterior temperatures may result
in a reduction in the per formance of the
vehicle to protect the engine. When the
exterior temperature is higher than 37°C,
limit the towed weight.
Towing using a lightly loaded vehicle can
adversely affect roadholding.
Braking distances are increased when
towing a trailer.
When using a vehicle to tow, never exceed
a speed of 60 mph (100 km/h) (obser ve
the local legislation in force). If the exterior temperature is high, it is
recommended that the engine be allowed
to idle for 1 to 2
minutes after the vehicle
comes to a stop, to facilitate its cooling.
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Technical data