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Citroen C3: Advice on care and maintenance / Bodywork

High-gloss paint

Citroen C3. Bodywork 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.

Citroen C3. Bodywork 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)

Citroen C3. Bodywork Do not use a high pressure washer to clean the vehicle. Risk of damaging or detaching the decals!

Citroen C3. Bodywork 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 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Wiper control stalk


    In wintry conditions, remove snow, ice or frost present on the windscreen, around the wiper arms and blades and on the windscreen seal, before operating the wipers. Do not operate the wipers on a dry windscreen. Under extremely hot or cold conditions, ensure that the wiper blades are not stuck to the windscreen before operating the wipers...

    Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Steering mounted control


    ON (CRUISE position) / OFF Activation of cruise control at the current speed / decrease speed setting Activation of cruise control at the current speed / increase speed setting Pausing / resumption of cruise control with the speed setting previously stored Use the speed suggested by the Speed Limit Recognition and Recommendation (MEM display) For more information on the Speed Lim..

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