Citroen C3: Driving / Automatic gearbox

6-speed manual gearbox

Engaging reverse gear Raise the ring under the knob and move the gear selector to the left, then forwards. Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary with the engine at idle...

Gear selector module

1. Sport programme P. Parking Vehicle immobilised, parking brake applied or released. Starting the engine. R. Reverse gear Reversing manoeuvres, vehicle stationary, engine at idle...

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Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: In case of towing

Driving with a trailer places greater demands on the towing vehicle and requires extra care from the driver. Respect the maximum towable weights. At altitude: reduce the maximum load by 10% per 1,000 metres of altitude; the density of the air decreases with altitude and the performance of the engine reduces...

Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: 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 are obliged to drive on a flooded road: check that the depth of water does not exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves that might be generated by other users, deactivate the Stop & Start function, drive as slow..