2023 CITROEN C3 oil change

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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
8Relays
RelayColourRating (A) Functions
MICRO Brown 20Ignition Loads
Engine compartment fuses
The fusebox is placed in the engine
compartment near the battery.
Access to the fuses

► Remove the cover.
► Change the fuse.
►

When you have finished, close the cover
carefully then engage the two latches, to ensure
correct sealing of the fusebox.
Version 1
Engine fuse cum relay box
Fuse No. ColourRating (A) Functions
FF01 Green 30ABS ECU
FF02 Red 10HVAC Compressor
FF03 Red 10Horn
FF04 Green 30ECM Loads (Ignition Coil / Injectors / Fuel Pump)
FF05 Blue 15ECM Loads (Canister Valve / O2 Sensors)
FF06 Ta n 5ECM Loads (VVT Valve)

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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

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STANDARD WARRANTY
CITROËN New Vehicle Warranty
PCA Automobiles India Private Limited (hereinafter called “PAIPL”),
warrants that each new CITROËN vehicle sold shall be free from any
defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and maintenance,
subject to the following terms and conditions.
New Vehicle Warranty Period
This warranty (“New Vehicle Warranty“) shall exist for a period of
24 months or 40,000 kilometres, from the date of delivery whichever
is earlier (“New Vehicle Warranty Period”). This warranty is transferable
to subsequent owner for the remaining New Vehicle Warranty Period.
This warranty is applicable only in India and not transferable to any ot\
her
country.
What is covered?
Except as provided in “What is not covered?” hereof, our Authorised
Dealers shall either repair or replace, any CITROËN genuine part that is
acknowledged by PAIPL to be defective in material or workmanship within
the New Vehicle Warranty Period stipulated above, at no cost to the owner
of the CITROËN vehicle for parts or labour. Such defective parts which
have been replaced will become the property of PAIPL.
What is not covered?
This warranty shall not apply to:
• Normal maintenance services, including without limitation, cleaning and
polishing, minor adjustments, engine tuning, oil/ fluid changes, filters
replenishment, fastener retightening, wheel balancing, wheel alignment
and tyre rotation etc.
•

Replacement of parts as a result of normal wear and tear such as spark
plugs, belts, brake pads and linings, clutch disc/facing, filters, wiper
blades, bulbs, fuses, etc. •


Any vehicle on which the odometer reading has been altered so that
mileage cannot be accurately determined.
What is not covered?
Damage or failure resulting from:
• Negligence of proper maintenance as required in the chapter
.
• Misuse, abuse, accident, theft, flooding or fire.
•

Use of improper or insufficient fuel, fluids or lubricants.
•


Use of parts other than CITROËN Genuine Parts.
•


Any device and/or accessories not supplied by P
AIPL.
•

Modifications, alterations, tampering or improper repair
.
•

Parts used in applications of which they were not designed or not
approved by P

AIPL.
•

Slight irregularities not recognised as affecting quality or function of the
vehicle or parts, such as slight noise or vibrations, or items considere\
d
characteristic of the vehicle.
•


Airborne, fallout, industrial fallout, acid rain, hail and wind storms, \
or
other

Acts of God.
•

Paint scratches, dents or similar paint or body damage.
•


Action of road elements (sand, gravel, dust or road debris) which resu\
lts
in stone chipping of paint or glass.
•


Incidental or consequential damages, including without limitation, loss \
of
time, inconvenience, loss of use of vehicle or commercial loss.
•


This warranty is the entire warranty given by P
AIPL for CITROËN
vehicles and no dealer or its or his agent or employee is authorised
to extend or enlarge this warranty and no dealer or its or his agent or \
employee is authorised to make any oral warranty on PAIPL behalf.
•

P
AIPL reserves the right to make any change in design or make any
improvement on the vehicle at any time without any obligation to make
the same change on vehicles previously sold.
•

P
AIPL reserves the right for the final decision in all warranty matters.
Maintenance and Warranty

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emis\
sion control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle emission ser\
vices
to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.
A: Adjust
C: Clean

I: Inspect

R: Replace
Service 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
C3 Naturally Aspirated Months
2 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Km (K) 2 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
1.2L (1199cc) (3 Cyl)
60KW @ 5750 rpm
115Nm @ 3750 rpm Air cleaner filter element
C R C R C R C R C R
Engine oil I R R R R R R R R R R
Oil Filter R R R R R R R R R R
Drain Plug Gasket R R R R R R R R R R
Change Spark plugs RR
Check accessory belt (waterpump & Strech belt) I I I I I I I R I I
Change coolant I I I I I R I I I I R
Pollen Filter R R R R R R R R R R
Fuel Filter (intank) R
Brake Fluid/Clutch Fluid I I R I R I R I R I R
Check timing belt visual condition, replace if found
damage R
Rear Twist Beam Bush – Check wear and tear or noise,
replace if found. I I I I I I I I I I
Maintenance and Warranty

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A: Adjust C: Clean I: Inspect R: Replace
Service 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
C3 Turbo Months
2 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Km (K) 2 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
1.2L (1199 cc) (3 Cyl)
81KW @ 5500 rpm
190Nm @ 1750 rpm Air cleaner filter element
C R C R C R C R C R
Change engine oil R R R R R R R R R R
Oil Filter R R R R R R R R R R
Drain Plug Gasket R R R R R R R R R R
Change Spark plugs RR
Check accessory belt condition visually, replace if
found damage I I I I I I I R I I
Change coolant I I I I R I I I I R
Pollen Filter R R R R R R R R R R
Fuel Filter (intank) R
Brake/Clutch Fluid I R I R I R I R I R
Check timing belt visual condition, replace if found
damage R
Rear Twist Beam Bush – Check wear and tear or
noise, replace if found. I I I I I I I I I I
Maintenance and Warranty