Citroen C3: Advice on care and maintenance / Bodywork

Citroen C3 2016-2024 Owners Manual / Practical information / Advice on care and maintenance / 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.

Use a soft sponge and soapy water or a pH neutral product.

Gently wipe the bodywork with a clean microfibre cloth.

Apply polish with the vehicle clean and dry. Comply with the instructions for use stated on the product.

Decals

(Depending on version)

Do not use a high pressure washer to clean the vehicle. Risk of damaging or detaching the decals!

Use a high-flow hose at a temperature between 25°C and 40°C.

Sweep the jet of water across the surface to be cleaned, perpendicular to it.

Rinse the vehicle with demineralised water.

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...

AIRBUMP® protections

Located on the sides of your vehicle, they protect the bodywork by resisting everyday bumps and scrapes caused by parking posts, opening doors, scratches, etc...

Other information:

Citroen C3 2016-2024 Owners Manual: General operation

Recommendations This screen is of the capacitive type. Do not use pointed objects on the touch screen. Do not touch the touch screen with wet hands. Use a soft, clean cloth to clean the touch screen. Principles Use the buttons arranged below the touch screen for access to the menus, then press the virtual buttons on the touch screen...

Citroen C3 2016-2024 Owners Manual: LCD text instrument panel