2023 CITROEN C3 Automatic

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Access
2Key

The key allows the central locking or unlocking of
the vehicle using the door lock.
It also allows the engine to be started or
switched off.
Key with remote control
function
Remote control function

The remote control can be used for the following
remote functions, depending on version:
–
Unlocking / Locking the vehicle.
–


Locating the vehicle.
Key
The key allows starting and switching off the
engine. It can also be used to lock/unlock the
vehicle.
Unlocking the vehicle
With the remote control
► Press this button to unlock the vehicle.
The direction indicators blink twice to signal
unlocking of the vehicle.
With the key
► Turn the key in the driver's door lock
clockwise to unlock.
Locking the vehicle
With the remote control
► Press this button to lock the vehicle.
The direction indicators blink once to signal the
locking of the vehicle.
If one of the doors or the boot is still open, the
central locking does not work; the vehicle locks,
then immediately unlocks, identifiable by the
locks making a rebound sound.
When the vehicle is locked, if it is
unlocked without the opening of a door
or the boot, it will automatically lock itself
again after thirty seconds.
With the key
► Turn the key in the driver's door lock
anticlockwise to lock.
Check that the doors and boot are fully
closed.
Locating the vehicle
This function helps you to spot your vehicle from
a distance, with the vehicle locked.
► Press this button.
The direction indicators or daytime running
lamps/sidelamps, depending on version, flash or
light up for a few seconds.
Advice
Remote control
The remote control is a sensitive, high-
frequency device; avoid handling it in your
pocket, due to the risk of unintentionally
unlocking the vehicle.
Avoid pressing the remote control buttons
while out of range of the vehicle, due to
the risk of rendering the remote control
inoperative. It would then be necessary to
reset it.
The remote control does not work when the
key is in the ignition switch.

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As a safety precaution, remove the key from the ignition when leaving the
vehicle, even for a short time.
Do not modify the electronic vehicle
immobiliser, as this might result in
malfunctions.
Remember to remove the key and turn the
steering wheel to engage the steering lock.
Central locking
Manual

► Push/pull this knob located on the driver's
door handle to lock/unlock the doors from inside
the vehicle.
When the doors are locked, the red indicator is
no longer visible.
The central locking does not take place if one of the doors is open.
Driving with the doors locked could make
it more difficult for the emergency
services to enter the vehicle in an emergency.
Automatic (anti-intrusion security)
The doors and boot lock automatically when
driving (speed above 4-5
km/h).
Back-up procedures
Lost keys, remote control
Visit a CITROËN dealer with the vehicle's
registration certificate, a personal identification
document and, if possible, the label bearing the
key code.
The CITROËN dealer will be able to retrieve the
key code and the transponder code required to
order a new key.
Central locking not
functioning
Use these procedures in the following cases:
– Central locking malfunction.
–

Battery disconnected or discharged.
In the event of a malfunction of the
central locking system, the battery must
be disconnected to ensure that the vehicle is
locked fully.
Driver's door
► Turn the key anticlockwise to lock it, or
clockwise to unlock it.
All doors
► Use the manual knob in the driver's door to
lock in the four doors and close the doors.
Changing the remote
control battery
Battery ref.: CR2032/3 Volts.

► Hold the key blank and pull the key top cover
in opposite direction.
►

Remove the discharged battery from its
housing.
►


Insert the new battery
, observing the polarity,
and clip the cover onto the housing.
Do not throw remote control batteries
away, as they contain metals that are
harmful to the environment. Take them to an
approved disposal point.

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Safety
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved by the
manufacturer for your vehicle.
After an impact, have these systems checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Seat belts
Inertia reel
The seat belts are equipped with an inertia reel
which allows the strap length to automatically
adjust to your shape. The seat belt returns to its
storage automatically when it is not used.
The inertia reels are fitted with a device which
automatically locks the strap in the event of a
collision, emergency braking or if the vehicle rolls
over. It can be released by pulling the strap firmly
and then releasing it so that it reels in slightly.
Force limiter
This system reduces the pressure of the seat
belt on the chest of the occupant, thus improving
their protection.
Front seat belts

The front driver seat belt is fitted with inertia reel
and a force limiting system.
The front passenger seat belt is equipped with
inertia reel.
Rear seat belts

The outer seats have a belt with inertia reel.
Before performing any operations on the
rear seats, to avoid damage to the seat
belts, check that:
–

the outer seat belts are correctly in the
storage position, lying vertically along the
pillar

,
–

the central seat belt is stowed.
Fastening
► To fasten the seat belt, pull the webbing and
insert the tongue into the buckle.
►
Check whether the seat belt is fastened
correctly by pulling the webbing.
If the driver or co-driver seat belt is not fastened
while the ignition is ON, the seat belt warning
lamp chimes and illuminates until the seat belt is
fastened.

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Practical information
7Timing and accessory kits
Timing and accessory kits are used from
the time the engine is started until it is
switched off. It is normal for them to wear over
time.
A
faulty timing or accessory kit can damage
the engine, rendering it unusable. Observe the
recommended replacement frequency, stated in
distance travelled or time elapsed, whichever is
reached first.
Advice on care and maintenance
General recommendations
Observe the following recommendations to avoid
damaging the vehicle.
Exterior
Never use a high-pressure jet wash in
the engine compartment - risk of
damaging the electrical components!
Do not wash the vehicle in bright sunshine or
extremely cold conditions.
When washing the vehicle in an
automatic roller-brush car wash, be sure
to lock the doors.
When using a pressure washer, hold the
lance at least 30 cm from the vehicle
(particularly when cleaning areas containing
chipped paint, sensors or seals).
Promptly clean up any stains containing
chemicals liable to damage the vehicle's paint
(including tree resin, bird droppings, insect
secretions, pollen and tar).
If justified by the environment, clean the
vehicle more frequently to remove salty
deposits (in coastal areas), soot (in industrial
areas) and mud (in wet or cold areas). These
substances can be highly corrosive.
Contact a CITROËN dealer for advice on
removing stubborn stains requiring special
products (such as tar or insect removers).
Preferably, have paint touch-ups performed
by a CITROËN dealer.
The versions provided with roof rails are not designed for fitting roof racks. It is
only for aesthetic factor.
Do not apply loads on the roof rails.
Interior
When washing the vehicle, never use a
water hose or high-pressure jet to clean
the interior.
Liquids carried in cups or other open
containers can spill, presenting a risk of
damage if they come into contact with the
controls in the dashboard and centre console.
Be vigilant!
Bodywork
High-gloss paint
Do not use abrasive products, solvents,
petrol or oil to clean the bodywork.
Never use an abrasive sponge to clean
stubborn stains - risk of scratching the
paintwork!
Do not apply polish in strong sunshine, or to
plastic or rubber parts.
Use a soft cloth and soapy water or a pH
neutral product.
Gently wipe the bodywork with a clean
microfibre cloth.
Apply polish with the vehicle clean and dry.
Comply with the instructions for use stated on
the product.

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Settings
Access the settings (system, phone, audio etc.).
Radio

Choosing the band
Press FM or AM on the bottom of the screen to
select the band.
Selecting a station
Make a short press to perform a manual
search for previous/next radio frequency.
Make a long press to perform an automatic
search for previous/next radio frequency.
Presetting a station
12 stations can be preset on the FM band and 6
on the AM band.
Manual
Make a long press on one of the preset number
to preset the current playing station.
Automatic
Press AST to search all frequencies within
the current band and automatically store valid
stations.
Phone

A phone must be paired to the system to be able to use the following
functionalities.
Pairing a phone
The services available depend on the network, the SIM card and the
compatibility of the Bluetooth
® devices used.
Consult the phone user guide, the service
provider and the OEM portal to check which
services are available.
https://citroen.in/citroen-connectivity
The Bluetooth
® function must be activated and
the phone in "Visible to all" mode.
To complete the pairing, whichever procedure
is used (from the phone or from the system),
ensure that the code is the same in the system
and in the phone.
If the pairing procedure fails, we
recommend deactivating and then
reactivating the Bluetooth
® function on the
phone and deleting any CITROËN name
present in the pairing list.
Procedure from the phone
The system discoverable mode will operate 90
seconds once the BT visibility option is selected
under Settings.
Select the name of the system in the list of
detected devices on the phone.
In the system, accept the connection request
from the phone and follow the instructions on the
phone and system screen.
Procedure from the system
Select Settings menu.
Select Phone.
Press Add device.
Press Scan for Devices .
The list of detected devices is displayed.
Select the name of the required phone in the list.
Depending on the type of phone, you
may by prompted to accept the transfer
of contacts.

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10Automatic reconnection
On returning to the vehicle, if the last phone
connected is present again (Bluetooth®
activated), it is automatically reconnected after
key on.
Managing paired phones
To connect or disconnect a paired phone and
switch to Android Auto or Apple CarPlay®: Press Settings menu, select Phone then
Device List to display the list of paired
devices.
or
Press directly Device List menu to
display the list of paired devices.
Press the Bluetooth icon to connect/
disconnect a device.
Delete a phone
Press Settings menu, select Phone then
Device List to display the list of paired
devices.
or
Press directly Device List menu to
display the list of paired devices.
Press Delete to delete a device.
Receiving a call
An incoming call is announced by a ring and a
superimposed display in the screen.
To accept the call:
Press this steering mounted button or use
the touch screen button.
To reject the call:
Press this steering mounted button or use
the touch screen button.
Making a call
Using the telephone is not recommended
while driving.
Park/stop the vehicle before using the mobile
device.
Calling a new number
Press Phone menu.
Press Dialpad.
Enter the phone number using the digital
keypad.
Press the Call button.
Calling a contact
Press Phone menu.
Press Contacts.
Select your contact.
Calling a recently used number
Press Phone menu.
Press Call Log .
Select the number in the list of recently used
numbers.
Call options
During an active call, the following options are
available:
Mute: mute the microphone.
Hold: put the active call on hold.
Add: add a second call from the dial pad, call log
or contact list.
Use Phone: switch to handset mode.
Keypad: use the keypad.
End call : hang up the phone.
Managing multiple calls
If there is a second incoming call, you can press
Accept Call to accept it. The first call is on hold.
You can choose to swap between calls or merge
both calls. If you merge calls, a conference call
is created.
Connectivity
Synchronising a smartphone enables
users to display applications that support
the smartphone’s Android Auto or Apple
CarPlay
® technology on the vehicle’s screen.
For Apple CarPlay® technology, the Apple
CarPlay® function must first be activated on
the smartphone. In all cases, the smartphone
must be unlocked, to enable the
communication process between the
smartphone and the system to function (at
first connection only). As principles and
standards are constantly changing, we

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recommend keeping the smartphone's
operating system up-to-date, together with the
date and time on the smartphone and the
system.
Refer to your smartphone for Android Auto or
Apple CarPlay
® settings.
For the list of suitable smartphones, visit
the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay®
websites:
https://www.android.com/auto/
https://www.apple.com/in/ios/carplay/
Stop the car before connecting Android
Auto or Apple CarPlay® and follow the
instructions on your phone.
On connecting the USB cable, the
Android Auto or Apple CarPlay® function
deactivates the system's Bluetooth® mode.
Android Auto
Ensure the latest Android Auto
application is available on your
smartphone. If not, install it via "Play Store".
The Android Auto function requires the use
of a compatible smartphone and compatible
applications.


Connecting Android Auto smartphone can be
carried out either by USB cable or using a
wireless connection.
USB connection
Connect the USB cable.
Android Auto is automatically launched a few
seconds after the USB connection has been
established. A validation procedure on the
smartphone has to be followed for the first
connection, with the vehicle stationary.
The smartphone charges when connected by the
USB cable.
Wireless connection
The wireless connection of an Android Auto
device can be initiated from the Device List
menu or home screen Android Auto icon.
First activate the smartphone’s Bluetooth
®
function.
Select Device List menu to display the device to
be connected to Android Auto.
If the device has already been connected to the
system via Bluetooth
®, select the Android Auto
of the desired device from the list of connected
Android phones.
For wireless Android Auto, subsequent automatic
connection of the smartphone requires activation
of Bluetooth
® and Wi-Fi on your device.As soon as the connection is established, select this menu to display the Android
Auto interface.
There may be a pause before applications become available,
depending on the quality of the network and
performances of the phone.
Apple CarPlay®
The Apple CarPlay® function requires the
use of a compatible smartphone and
compatible applications.
Connecting Apple CarPlay
® smartphone can
be carried out either by USB cable or using a
wireless connection.
USB connection
Connect the USB cable.
The smartphone charges when connected by the
USB cable.
From the system, press Apple CarPlay®
menu to display the Apple CarPlay®
interface or press Device List menu to display
the list of connected devices and then select
Apple CarPlay
®.
When the USB cable is disconnected
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10on, the system will not automatically switch to
other mode; the source must be changed
manually.
Wireless connection
The wireless connection of an Apple CarPlay®
device can only be initiated from the Device List
menu.
First activate the smartphone’s Bluetooth
®
function.
Select Device List menu to display the devices
to be connected to Apple CarPlay
®.
If the device has already been connected to the
system via Bluetooth
®, select Apple CarPlay on
the desired device from the list of connected
Apple phones.
For wireless Apple CarPlay
®, subsequent
automatic connection of the smartphone requires
activation of Bluetooth
® and Wi-Fi on your
device.
Visit the Apple CarPlay
® website at:
https://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
Media

Insert the USB memory stick into the USB port
or connect the USB device/iPod to the USB port
using a suitable cable (not supplied).
USB device format supported: FAT16 or FAT32.
To protect the system, do not use a USB hub.
Music
The system supports MP3 and WAV audio file
types.
The system builds music playlists (in temporary
memory); this operation can take from a
few seconds to several minutes at the first
connection.
Reduce the number of non-music files and the
number of folders to reduce the waiting time.
Playlists are updated whenever the ignition
is switched off or a USB memory stick is
connected. The audio system memorises these
lists, which will subsequently load faster if they
have not been changed.
Videos
The system can play video files in the AVI, WMV,
MP4, MOV, M4V, DAT and VOB formats.
Video control commands are accessible only
through the touch screen.
When the vehicle is in motion, video playback
will cut off and only audio playback will be
available.
USB video is not available if Android Auto or
Apple CarPlay
® is active/connected.
For safety reasons, park the vehicle
before playing a video.
BT Audio

When a smartphone is paired to the system,
streaming allows you to listen to the audio feed
from your smartphone.
The Bluetooth
® profile must be activated.
First adjust the volume on the portable device
(to a high level). Then adjust the volume of the
audio system.
If play does not start automatically, it may be
necessary to start the audio playback from the
smartphone.
Browse button is available if supported by the
smartphone application.
Control is from the portable device or by using
the system's touch buttons.
Once connected in streaming mode, the
smartphone is considered to be a media
source.