2023 CITROEN C3 gearbox

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Contents
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Overview
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Driving tips
1InstrumentsInstrument panel 5
Warning and indicator lamps 5
Indicators 7
Trip computer 7
2AccessKey 9
Key with remote control function 9
Central locking 10
Back-up procedures 10
Doors 11
Boot 11
Windows 12
3Ease of use and comfortFront seats 14
Steering wheel adjustment 15
Rear seats 15
Heating and Ventilation 16
Manual air conditioning 17
Front demist - defrost 18
Interior fittings 18
Front courtesy lamps 19
Boot fittings 19
4Lighting and visibilityExterior lighting control stalk 20
Direction indicators 20
Headlamp beam height adjustment 20
Wiper control stalk 21
Changing a wiper blade 21
5SafetyGeneral safety recommendations 23
Hazard warning lamps 23
Horn 23
Seat belts 24
Airbags 26
Child seats 28
Child lock 30
6DrivingDriving recommendations 31
Starting / Switching off the engine 31
5-speed manual gearbox 32
6-speed manual gearbox 32
Gear efficiency indicator 33
Overspeed alert 33
Parking sensors 33
7Practical informationRefuelling 35
Bonnet 35
Engine compartment 36
Checking levels 37
Checks 39
Advice on care and maintenance 41
8In the event of a breakdownTool kit 42
Spare wheel 42
Changing a bulb 45
Changing a fuse 48
12

V battery 56
Towing the vehicle 58
9Technical dataEngines technical data 60
Dimensions 60
Identification markings 60
1010" Touch Screen
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Alphabetical index

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Driving
6Driving recommendations
► Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
►

Monitor your environment and keep your
hands on the wheel to be able to react to
anything that may happen any time.
►


Drive smoothly
, anticipate the need for
braking and maintain a longer safety distance,
especially in bad weather.
►

Stop the vehicle to carry out operations that
require close attention (such as adjustments).
►


During long trips, take a break every two
hours.
Important!
Never leave the engine running in a
closed space without sufficient
ventilation. Internal combustion engines emit
toxic exhaust gases such as carbon
monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death!
In severe wintry conditions, let the engine
run for 4 minutes before moving off, to
ensure the correct operation and durability of
the mechanical components of your vehicle
(engine and gearbox).
Never drive with the parking brake
applied . Risk of overheating and
damage to the braking system!
Do not park the vehicle or leave the
engine running on a flammable
surface (dry grass, dead leaves, etc.). The
exhaust system of your vehicle is very hot,
even several minutes after the engine stops.
Risk of fire!
Never leave a vehicle unattended with
the engine running. If you have to leave
your vehicle with the engine running, apply
the parking brake and put the gearbox into
neutral.
Never leave children inside the vehicle
unsupervised.
On flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage to
the engine or gearbox, as well as to the electrical
systems of your vehicle.


If you have to drive on a flooded road:
► drive as slowly as possible without stalling. In
all cases, do not exceed 10
km/h,►

do not stop and do not switch off the engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety
conditions allow
, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt about the state of your vehicle,
contact a CITROËN dealer.
Starting / Switching off the
engine
Key ignition switch

It has 4 positions:
1. Stop Inserting and removing the key, steering
column locked.
2. ACC Steering column unlocked, use of the
vehicle's electric equipment.
3. ON (Ignition) Steering column unlocked, ignition on, engine
running.
4. Starting

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Driving
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key or the remote control. It would weigh
down on its shaft in the ignition switch and
could cause a malfunction.
Ignition on position
It allows the use of the vehicle's electric
equipment or portable devices to be charged.
Starting the engine
With the parking brake applied:
► Place the gear lever in neutral then fully
depress the clutch pedal.
►

Insert the key into the ignition switch; the
system recognises the code.
►


Unlock
the steering column by simultaneously
turning the steering wheel and the key.
In certain cases, you may have to apply
significant force to move the steering
wheel (wheels on full lock, for example).
►

Operate the starter motor by turning the key
to position

3 without pressing the accelerator
pedal, until the engine starts. Once the engine
starts, release the key.
After a cold start, preheating the catalytic converter can cause noticeable engine
vibrations for anything up to 2 minutes while
stationary with the engine running
(accelerated idle speed).
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition. Wait a few
seconds before operating the starter motor
again. If the engine does not start after a few
attempts, do not keep trying - risk of
damaging the starter motor, the battery and
the engine.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
In mild conditions, do not leave the
engine at idle to warm up but move off
straight away and drive at moderate speed.
5-speed manual gearbox
Engaging reverse gear

► Fully depress the clutch pedal.
► Push the gear lever fully to the right, then
backwards.
Only engage reverse gear when the
vehicle is stationary with the engine at
idle.
As a safety precaution and to facilitate starting the engine:
–

Always select neutral.
–


Depress the clutch pedal.
6-speed manual gearbox
Engaging 5th or 6th gear
► Move the gear selector fully to the right to
engage 5th or 6th gear.
Failure to follow this instruction could
cause permanent damage to the gearbox
(inadvertent engagement of 3
rd or 4th gear).
Engaging reverse gear

► Raise the ring under the knob and move the
gear selector to the left, then forwards.

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Practical information
The battery electrolyte must be filled. If the level
is found to be below the “MIN” level line, add
distilled water to the “MAX” level line.
For more information on the precautions
to take before any work on the 12 V
battery, refer to the corresponding section.
Passenger compartment
filter
Depending on the environment and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,
city driving), change it twice as often, if
necessary .
A clogged passenger compartment filter
can adversely affect air conditioning
system performance and generate
undesirable odours.
Air filter
Depending on the environment and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,
city driving), change it twice as often, if
necessary .
Oil filter
Change the oil filter each time the engine
oil is changed.
Manual 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.
After washing the vehicle, moisture, or in wintry conditions, ice can form on the
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may
be reduced. Gently dab the brakes to dry and
defrost them.
Brake disc and drum wear
For information on checking brake disc
and drum wear, contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Wheels and tyres
The inflation pressure of all tyres, including the spare wheel, must be
checked on "cold” tyres.
The pressures indicated on the tyre pressure
label are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have driven
for more than 10 minutes or more than 10
kilometres at over 50 km/h, add 0.3 bar (30 kPa)
to the values indicated on the label.
Under-inflation increases fuel
consumption. Non-compliant tyre
pressure causes premature wear on tyres and
has an adverse effect on the vehicle's road
holding - risk of an accident!
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces the
braking and road holding performance of the
vehicle. It is recommended to regularly check the
condition of the tyres (tread and sidewalls) and
wheel rims as well as the presence of the valves.
When the wear indicators no longer appear set
back from the tread, the depth of the grooves is
less than 1.6 mm; it is imperative to replace the
tyres.
Using different size wheels and tyres from those
specified can affect the lifetime of tyres, wheel
rotation, ground clearance, the speedometer
reading and have an adverse effect on road
holding.
Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles
can cause ABS and EBFD systems to mistime.
Shock absorbers
It is not easy for drivers to detect when
shock absorbers are worn. Nevertheless,
the shock absorbers have a major impact on
road-holding and braking performance.
For your safety and driving comfort, it is
important to have them regularly checked by a
CITROËN dealer.

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In the event of a breakdown
8Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does
not obstruct traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and non-slippery.
With a manual gearbox, engage first gear to
lock the wheels, apply the parking brake and
switch off the ignition.
Check for the fixed illumination of the parking
brake indicator lamps in the instrument panel.
The occupants must get out of the vehicle
and wait where they are safe.
If necessary, place a chock under the wheel
diagonally opposite the wheel to be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a
jack; use an axle stand.
Wheel with wheel trim
When removing the wheel , first remove
the wheel trim by pulling at the valve aperture.
When refitting the wheel , refit the wheel
trim, starting by placing its aperture in line
with the valve and then pushing it into place
all round its edge with the palm of your hand.
Wheel nuts removing pattern

► Loosen the nuts on the wheel in diagonal
sequence. Do not remove wheel nuts.


► Slacken the bolts using the wheel wrench 3
only.


► Place the foot of jack 1 on the ground and
ensure that it is directly below the front A or
rear
B jacking point on the underbody, whichever
is closest to the wheel to be changed.


► Extend jack 1 with the jack handle 2 and
wheel wrench 3 until its head comes into contact
with jacking point

A
or B; contact area A or B
on the vehicle must be properly inserted into the
central part of the head of the jack.
►

Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient
space between the wheel and the ground to
admit the spare (not punctured) wheel easily

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In the event of a breakdown
8When 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.
A professional towing service must be
called if:
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Broken down on a motorway or main road.
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Not possible to put
the gearbox into neutral,
unlock the steering, or release the parking
brake.
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T

owing with only two wheels on the ground.
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No approved towbar available.
Access to the tools

The towing eye is stored under the boot floor
carpet.
Towing your vehicle
To access the front screw thread:

► Remove the cover .
To be towed:
►

Screw the towing eye in fully
.
►

Install the towbar
.
►

Put the gearbox into neutral.
Failure to observe this instruction could
result in damage to certain components
(braking, transmission, etc.) and to the
absence of braking assistance the next time
the engine is started.
►

Unlock the steering and release the parking
brake.
►


Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both
vehicles.
►


Move off gently
, drive slowly and only for a
short distance.

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Technical data
Engines technical data
The engine characteristics are given in the
vehicle's registration document, as well as in
sales brochures.
The maximum power corresponds to the value type-approved on a test bed, under
conditions defined as per AIS 137 (Part 5).
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Engine EB2NA
engine EB2ADTM
engine
Gearbox MA5
(Manual
5-speed) MB6
(Manual
6-speed)
Cubic capacity 1 199 cc 1 199 cc
Max. power 60 kW at 5750 rpm81 kW at
5500 rpm
Fuel BSVI
Commercial Gasoline Fuel BSVI
Commercial Gasoline Fuel
Curb weight L1-939 kg L2-964 kgL2-1035 Kg
Dimensions (mm)
These dimensions have been measured on an
unladen vehicle.






Identification markings
Various visible markings for the identification and
research of your vehicle.


A. Vehicle identification number (VIN), BSO
(Body Side Outer) Front Panel RH
Stamped on BIW.
Bears the following information:
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Manufacturer's name.
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VIN number
.
–
Model.
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Engine number
.
B. Chassis number, Seat Cross Member
Panel RH
Below driver seat.

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Alphabetical index
Fittings, interior 18
Flap, fuel filler
35
Flashing indicators

20, 46
Fluid, brake

38
Fluid, engine coolant

38
Folding the rear seats

15–16
Fuel

4
Fuel consumption

4
Fuel level, low

35
Fuel (tank)

35
Fusebox, dashboard

48
Fusebox, engine compartment

48, 51
Fuses

48, 51
G
Gauge, fuel 35
Gearbox, manual
32, 40
Gear lever, manual gearbox

32
Gear shift indicator

33
Glove box

18
H
Hazard warning lamps 23
Headlamps (adjustment)
20
Headlamps, dipped beam

46
Headlamps, halogen

20, 45
Headlamps, main beam

46
Heating

16
Hooks 19
Horn
23
I
Indicator, coolant temperature 7
Indicators, direction
20, 46
Indicator, service

7
Inflating tyres

40, 61
Instrument panels

5
J
Jack 42
Jump starting
56
K
Key 9–10
Key with remote control
9, 31
L
Labels, identification 60
Lamps, rear
47
LEDs - Light-emitting diodes

46–47
Level, brake fluid

38
Level, engine coolant

7, 38
Level, engine oil 37
Levels and checks
37–38
Level, screenwash fluid

21, 38
Light-emitting diodes - LEDs

46–47
Lighting, exterior

20
Lighting, interior

19
Locating your vehicle

9
Locking

9
Locking from the inside

10
Locking the doors

10
M
Maintenance (advice) 41
Maintenance, routine
39
Map reading lamps

19
Markings, identification

60
Mirrors, door

15
O
Obstacle detection 33
Oil change
37
Oil consumption

37
Oil, engine

37
On-board tools

42
Opening the bonnet

35–36
Opening the boot

11
Opening the doors

11