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Citroen C3 Dag (2010 year). Instruction - part 9

DRIVING

On  a  steep  descent  or  in  the
event  of  sharp  acceleration,  the
speed  limiter  will  not  be  able  to

prevent the vehicle from exceed-

ing the programmed speed.
To avoid any risk of jamming of

the pedals:
-

ensure that the mat is posi-
tioned correctly,

- do not ﬁ t one mat on top of

another.

Programming

 Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "LIMIT"

position: the speed limiter mode
is selected but is not switched on
(PAUSE).

You do not have to switch the speed
limiter on in order to set the speed.

 Set the speed value by pressing button 2 or 3

(e.g.: 55 mph (90 km/h)).

You can then change the programmed speed using buttons  2
and  3 :
   -   by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = short press,

- by + or - 5 mph (km/h) = long press,

  -   in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.
      Switch the speed limiter on by pressing button  4 .
     Switch  the  speed  limiter  off  by  pressing  button   4 :  the

display conﬁ rms that it has been switched off (PAUSE).

 Switch the speed limiter back on by pressing button 4

again.

Exceeding the programmed speed

Pressing the accelerator pedal to exceed the programmed

speed will not have any effect unless you press the pedal

ﬁ rmly past the point of resistance .
The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily and the pro-

grammed speed, which is still displayed, ﬂ ashes.
Returning to the programmed speed, by means of inten-
tional or unintentional deceleration of the vehicle, automati-

cally cancels the ﬂ ashing of the programmed speed.

Leaving limiter mode

 Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "0" position: the speed limiter

mode is deselected. The display returns to the distance
recorder.

Operating fault

In the event of a speed limiter fault, the

speed is cleared resulting in ﬂ ashing of

the dashes.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer

or a qualiﬁ ed workshop.

DRIVING

The cruise control cannot, in any
circumstances, replace the need
to  respect  speed  limits,  nor  can
it  replace  the  need  for  vigilance
and  responsibility  on  the  part  of
the driver.

CRUISE CONTROL

System  which  automatically  maintains
the  speed  of  the  vehicle  at  the  value
programmed  by  the  driver,  without  any
action on the accelerator pedal.
The  cruise  control  is   switched  on
manually: it requires a minimum vehicle

speed of 25 mph (40 km/h), as well as

the engagement of:
- fourth gear on a manual gearbox,
-

second gear on a SensoDrive or

automatic gearbox, in sequential

mode,

position A

on a SensoDrive gearbox

or position D on an automatic gear-

box.

The cruise control is switched off ma-
nually or by pressing the brake or clutch
pedal or on triggering of the ESP sys-
tem for safety reasons.
It is possible to exceed the programmed

speed  temporarily  by  pressing  the  ac-
celerator pedal.
To  return  to  the  programmed  speed,
simply release the accelerator pedal.
Switching  off  the  ignition  cancels  any
programmed speed value.

The controls of this system are grouped
together on stalk A .
1. Cruise control mode selection thumb

wheel.

  2.   Value decrease button.
  3.   Value increase button.
  4.

Cruise control off/resume button.

Steering mounted controls

Displays in the instrument panel

The programmed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.
5.

Cruise control off/resume indication.

6. Cruise control mode selection indi-

cation.

7. Programmed speed value.

DRIVING

When  the  cruise  control  is
switched  on,  be  careful  if  you
maintain the pressure on one of
the  programmed  speed  chan-
ging  buttons:  this  may  result  in
a very rapid change in the speed
of your vehicle.
Do not use the cruise control on

slippery roads or in heavy trafﬁ c.
On a steep descent, the cruise
control will not be able to prevent

the vehicle from exceeding the

programmed speed.
To avoid any risk of jamming of

the pedals:
-

ensure that the mat is posi-
tioned correctly,

- never ﬁ t one mat on top of

another.

Programming

 Turn thumb wheel 1 to the

"CRUISE" position: the cruise
control mode is selected but is not
switched on (PAUSE).

 Set the programmed speed by

accelerating

the

required

speed, then press button 2 or 3

(e.g.: 70 mph (110 km/h)).

You can then change the programmed speed using buttons  2
and  3 :
   -   by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = short press,

- by + or - 5 mph (km/h) = long press,

- in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.

Exceeding the programmed speed

Intentional or unintentional exceeding of the programmed

speed results in ﬂ ashing of this speed in the screen.
Return to the programmed speed, by means of intentional
or unintentional deceleration of the vehicle, automatically

cancels the ﬂ ashing of the speed.

Leaving cruise control mode

 Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "0" position: the cruise control

mode is deselected. The display returns to the distance
recorder.

 Switch off the cruise control by pressing button 4 : the

screen conﬁ rms that it has been switched off (PAUSE).

 Switch the cruise control back on by pressing button 4

again.

Operating fault

In the event of a cruise control malfunc-
tion, the speed is cleared resulting in

ﬂ ashing of the dashes. Have it checked

by a CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁ ed

workshop.

DRIVING

REAR PARKING SENSORS

System consisting of four proximity sen-

sors, located in the rear bumper.

Activation

This detects any obstacle (person, vehi-
cle, tree, gate, etc.) behind the vehicle,

except obstacles located just below the

bumper.

An object, such as a stake, a

roadworks cone or any other

similar object may be detected

at the beginning of the manoeu-
vre, but may no longer be de-
tected when the vehicle comes
close to it.

  The parking sensor system can-
not,  in  any  circumstances,  take
the  place  of  the  vigilance  and
responsibility of the driver.

The system is activated as soon as re-
verse gear is engaged, accompanied
by an audible signal.

On completion of the manoeuvre, when

you exit reverse gear, the system be-

comes inactive.

The proximity information is given by:
-

an audible signal, which becomes
more rapid as the vehicle approach-
es the obstacle.

a graphic (according to version) in
the multifunction screen, with blocks
which become increasingly closer to
the vehicle.

When the distance between the rear of
the vehicle and the obstacle is less than
thirty  centimetres,  the  audible  signal
becomes  continuous  and  the  "Danger"
symbol  appears  in  the  multifunction
screen.

DRIVING

The system will be deactivated
automatically when towing a
trailer or when a bicycle carrier is

ﬁ tted (vehicle ﬁ tted with a towbar

or bicycle carrier recommended
by CITROËN).

In bad or wintry weather, ensure
that the sensors are not covered
with mud, frost or snow.

Programming

You can activate or deactivate the
system by means of the multifunction

screen conﬁ guration menu. The system

state  is  memorised  when  switching  off
the ignition.
For  more  information  on  access  to
the  parking  sensors  menu,  refer  to

"Conﬁ guration/Vehicle parameters" in

the "Multifunction screens" section cor-
responding to your screen.

Operating faults

If there is an operating fault,
when reverse gear is engaged
this warning lamp comes on in

the instrument panel, accompanied by an
audible signal (short beep) and a message
in the multifunction screen.

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CHECKS

BONNET

Protects the components of the engine
and provides access for checking levels.

Opening

 Push the exterior safety catch B to

the left and raise the bonnet.

 Unclip the bonnet stay C from its

housing, holding it by its foam pro-
tection.

 Fix the stay in the notch to hold the

bonnet open.

The  location  of  the  interior  re-
lease  lever  prevents  opening  of
the  bonnet  while  the  front  left
door is closed.

Closing

 Take the stay out of the support

notch.

 Clip the stay in its housing.
 Lower the bonnet and release it at

the end of its travel.

 Pull on the bonnet to check that it is

fully latched.

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
(DIESEL)

If your vehicle is ﬁ tted with an HDI en-

gine, the fuel system must be primed if
you run out of fuel.
This system consists of a priming pump
and a transparent pipe under the bonnet.



Fill the fuel tank with at least ﬁ ve litres

of Diesel.

 Open the bonnet.
 Depending on version, unclip the

cover to gain access to the priming
pump.

 Squeeze and release the priming

pump until resistance is felt (could

be from the ﬁ rst application) and fuel

appears in the transparent pipe with
the green connector.

 Operate the starter until the engine

starts.

 Depending on version, put the cover

back in position and clip it in place.

 Close the bonnet.

If the engine does not start at the

ﬁ rst attempt, do not try again.
Operate the priming pump again,
then the starter.

When the engine is hot, handle
the exterior safety catch and the
stay with care.

       Before doing anything under the
bonnet,  switch  off  the  Stop &
Start system to avoid any risk of
injury resulting from an automatic
change to START mode.

 Open the front left door.
 Pull the interior release lever A ,

located at the bottom of the door
aperture.

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CHECKS

PETROL ENGINES

Screenwash ﬂ uid reservoir.

2. Coolant header tank.

Air ﬁ lter.

Brake ﬂ uid reservoir.

5. Battery.

6. Fusebox.

7. Engine oil dipstick.

Engine oil ﬁ ller cap.

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CHECKS

DIESEL ENGINES

Screenwash ﬂ uid reservoir.

2. Coolant header tank.

Air ﬁ lter.

Brake ﬂ uid reservoir.

5. Battery.

6. Fusebox.

7. Engine oil dipstick.

Engine oil ﬁ ller cap.

Priming pump (on fuel ﬁ lter).

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CHECKS

Additive level (Diesel with particle
emissions filter)

According to your version of instrument panel,
the additive reservoir low level is indicated by:
-

ﬁ xed illumination of the particle emissions

ﬁ lter warning lamp, accompanied by an

audible signal and a message that the

particle emissions ﬁ lter additive level is

too low,

ﬁ xed illumination of the service warning

lamp, accompanied by an audible signal
and a message that the particle emissions

ﬁ lter additive level is too low.

  Topping up
The  reservoir  must  be  topped  up  with-
out  delay  by  a  CITROËN  dealer  or  a

qualiﬁ ed workshop.

Used products

Avoid prolonged contact of used

oil or ﬂ uids with the skin.

Most of these ﬂ uids are harmful

to health or indeed very corro-
sive.

Do not discard used oil or ﬂ uids

into sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN

dealer or a qualiﬁ ed workshop

(France) or to an authorised

waste disposal site.

Unless  otherwise  indicated,  check  these
components  in  accordance  with  the
Maintenance and Warranty Guide and ac-
cording to your engine.
Otherwise,  have  them  checked  by  a

CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁ ed workshop.

Battery

The battery does not require any
maintenance.
However, check that the terminals

are clean and correctly tightened,
particularly in summer and winter.

Air filter and passenger

compartment filter

Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for details of
the replacement intervals for
these components.
Depending on the environment

(e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the use of

the vehicle (e.g. city driving), replace

them twice as often if necessary (refer

to the "Engines" section).

A clogged passenger compartment ﬁ lter

may have an adverse effect on the per-
formance of the air conditioning system
and generate undesirable odours.

Oil filter

Replace the oil ﬁ lter each time

the engine oil is changed.
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty  Guide  for  details  of
the  replacement  interval  for
this component.

The presence of this label, in particular
with the Stop & Start system, indicates

the use of a speciﬁ c 12 V lead-acid bat-

tery with special technology and speci-

ﬁ cation, for which the involvement of a

CITROËN dealer or a qualiﬁ ed work-

shop is required when replacing or dis-
connecting the battery.
Failure to observe this recommendation
may shorten the life of the battery.

When carrying out work on the battery,
refer to the "Practical information" sec-
tion for details of the precautions to be
taken before disconnecting the battery
and following its reconnection.

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CHECKS

Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil

change).
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for the details
of the level checking interval
for this component.

Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no oil

change).
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty  Guide  for  details  of
the  level  checking  interval  for
this component.

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 system, a

drop in the brake ﬂ uid level indicates

that the brake pads are worn.

Brake disc wear

For  information  on  checking
brake  disc  wear,  contact  a
CITROËN  dealer  or  a  quali-

ﬁ ed workshop.

Manual parking brake

If 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 qualiﬁ ed work-

shop.

Only use products recommend-
ed by CITROËN or products of

equivalent quality and speciﬁ ca-

tion.
In order to optimise the opera-
tion of units as important as the
braking system, CITROËN se-

lects and offers very speciﬁ c

products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compart-
ment is strictly prohibited .

Particle emission filter (Diesel)

According to your version of instrument
panel, the start of saturation of the par-

ticle emissions ﬁ lter is indicated by:

Following prolonged operation of
the vehicle at very low speed or
at  idle,  you  may,  in  exceptional
circumstances,  notice  the  emis-
sion  of  water  vapour  at  the  ex-
haust on acceleration. This does
not  affect  the  behaviour  of  the
vehicle or the environment.

ﬁ xed illumination of the par-

ticle emissions ﬁ lter warning

lamp, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message
that there is a risk of blockage

of the particle emissions ﬁ lter,

temporary  illumination  of
the  service  warning  lamp,
accompanied by an audible
signal  and  a  message  that
there is a risk of blockage of

the particle emissions ﬁ lter.

As soon as the trafﬁ c conditions per-

mit, regenerate the ﬁ lter by driving at a

speed of at least 40 mph (60 km/h) until

the warning lamp goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, refer to the
"Additive level" section.

SensoDrive gearbox

The gearbox does not require any

maintenance (no oil change).
Refer  to  the  Maintenance  and
Warranty  Guide  for  details  of  the
checking interval for this component.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

The speed limit sticker I must be

afﬁ xed to the vehicle's steering

wheel 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.

TEMPORARY PUNCTURE
REPAIR KIT

Complete system consisting of a com-

pressor and a sealant cartridge which

permits 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.

This kit is installed in the storage box,

under the boot ﬂ oor.

Description of the kit

"Sealant" or "Air" position selector.

On "I" /off "O" switch.

Deﬂ ation button.

Pressure gauge (in bar or p.s.i.).

Compartment housing:

- a cable with adaptor for 12 V

socket,

- various inﬂ ation adaptors for

accessories, such as balls,

bicycle tyres...

Sealant cartridge.

White pipe with cap for repair.

Black pipe for inﬂ ation.

Speed limit sticker.

Access to the kit

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Avoid removing any foreign bod-

ies which have penetrated into

the tyre.

Repair procedure



Switch off the ignition.



Turn the selector A to the

"sealant" position.

 Check that the switch B

is in

position "O" .

1. Sealing



Uncoil the white pipe G fully.



Unscrew the cap from the white pipe.



Connect the white pipe to the valve

of the tyre to be repaired.



Connect the compressor's electric

plug to the vehicle's 12 V socket.



Start the vehicle and leave the en-

gine running.

Take care, this product is harmful

(e.g. ethylene-glycol, colophony...)

if swallowed and causes irritation

to the eyes.

Keep it out of reach of children.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION



Switch on the compressor by mov-

ing the switch B to position "I" until

the tyre pressure reaches 2.0 bars.

The sealant is injected into the tyre

under pressure; do not disconnect

the pipe from the valve during this

operation (risk of splashing).



Remove the kit and screw the cap

back on the white pipe.

Take care to avoid staining your ve-

hicle with traces of ﬂ uid. Keep the kit

to hand.



Drive immediately for approximate-

ly three miles (ﬁ ve kilometres), at

reduced speed (between 15 and

35 mph [20 and 60 km/h]), to plug

the puncture.



Stop to check the repair and the tyre

pressure using the kit.

If after around 5 to 7 minutes the

pressure is not attained, this in-

dicates that the tyre is not repair-

able; contact a CITROËN dealer

or a qualiﬁ ed workshop for as-

sistance.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION



Visit a CITROËN dealer or a

qualiﬁ ed workshop as soon

as possible.

You must inform the techni-

cian that you have used this

kit. After inspection, the tech-

nician will inform you wheth-

er the tyre can be repaired or

must be replaced.

2. Inﬂ ation



Turn the selector A to the

"air" position.



Uncoil the black pipe H fully.



Connect the black pipe to

the valve of the wheel.



Connect the compressor's electric

plug to the vehicle's 12 V socket.



Start the vehicle again and leave the

engine running.



Adjust the pressure using the com-

pressor (to inﬂ ate: switch B in po-

sition "I" ; to deﬂ ate: switch B in

position "O" and press button C ),

in accordance with the vehicle's tyre

pressure label (located on the left

hand door aperture).

A loss of pressure indicates that the

puncture has not been fully plugged;

contact a CITROËN dealer or quali-

ﬁ ed workshop for assistance.



Remove and stow the kit.



Drive at reduced speed (50 mph

[80 km/h] max) limiting the distance

travelled to approximately 120 miles

(200 km).

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Removing the cartridge



Connect the compressor's electri-

cal connector to the vehicle's 12 V

socket.



Start the vehicle and let the engine

run.



Adjust the pressure using the com-

pressor (to inﬂ ate: switch B in po-

sition "I" ; to deﬂ ate: switch B in

position "O" and press button C ),

according to the vehicle's tyre pres-

sure label or the accessory's pres-

sure label.



Remove the kit then stow it.



Stow the black pipe.



Detach the angled base from the

white pipe.



Support the compressor vertically.



Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.

Beware of discharges of ﬂ uid.

The expiry date of the ﬂ uid is in-

dicated on the cartridge.

The sealant cartridge is designed

for single use; even if only partly

used, it must be replaced.

After use, do not discard the car-

tridge into the environment, take

it to an authorised waste dispos-

al site or a CITROËN dealer.

Do not forget to obtain a new

sealant cartridge, available from

CITROËN dealers or from a

qualiﬁ ed workshop.

Checking tyre pressures/
inflating accessories

You can also use the compressor, with-

out injecting any product, to:

- check or adjust the pressure of your

tyres,

- inﬂ ate other accessories (balls, bi-

cycle tyres...).



Turn the selector A to the

"Air" position.



Uncoil the black pipe H fully.



Connect the black pipe to

the valve of the wheel or accessory.

If necessary, ﬁ t one of the adaptors

supplied with the kit ﬁ rst.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

CHANGING A WHEEL

Procedure for changing a faulty wheel

for the spare wheel using the tools pro-

vided with the vehicle.

Access to the tools

The tools are installed in the boot under

the ﬂ oor.

To gain access to them:


open the boot,



raise the ﬂ oor,



remove the polystyrene storage box,



unclip and remove the box containing

the tools.

Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel

, ﬁ rst detach the trim using the wheelbrace 1

pulling at the valve passage hole.

When reﬁ tting the wheel , reﬁ t the trim starting by placing its cut-out at the

valve and press around its edge with the palm of your hand.

List of tools
All of these tools are speciﬁ c to your

vehicle. Do not use them for other

purposes.
1.

Wheelbrace.

For removing the wheel trim and

removal of the wheel ﬁ xing bolts.

Jack with integral handle.

For raising of the vehicle.

"Bolt cover" tool.

For removing the bolt protectors

(covers) on alloy wheels (if your

vehicle has them).

Socket for the security wheel

bolts (located in the glove box).

For adapting the wheelbrace to

the special "security" wheel bolts.

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