Citroen C3: Practical information / Advice on care and maintenance

Free-wheeling

In certain situations, you must allow the vehicle to free-wheel (while being towed, on a rolling road, in an automatic car wash, or being transported by rail or sea freight, etc...

General recommendations

Observe the following recommendations to avoid damaging your vehicle. Exterior Never use a high-pressure jet wash in the engine compartment, due to the risk of damaging electrical components...

Other information:

Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Reinitialising the remote control

Following replacement of the battery or in the event of a fault, it may be necessary to reinitialise the remote control. Without Keyless Entry and Starting Switch off the ignition. Return the key to position 2 (Ignition on). Immediately press the closed padlock button for a few seconds...

Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Bodywork

High-gloss paint Do not use abrasive products or 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...