Citroen C3: 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.
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...
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:
Manual
Press this button to lock/unlock the vehicle
(doors and boot) from inside the vehicle.
The indicator lamp comes on to confirm the
central locking of the vehicle.
The central locking does
not take place if
one of the doors is open.
When locking/deadlocking
from the
outside
When the vehicle is locked or deadlocked
from the outside, the indicator lamp flashes
and the button is i..
Unlocking the vehicle
Press this button to unlock
the vehicle.
When the unlocking button is pressed, the
flashing of the direction indicators for a few
seconds signals:
The unlocking of the vehicle for versions
without alarm.
The deactivation of the alarm for other
versions.
Locking the vehicle
Normal locking
Press this button.
When the locking button is pressed, the lighting
..