Citroen C3 Manuals

Citroen C3: Access / Boot

Opening

  • With the vehicle unlocked or with the Keyless Entry and Starting electronic key in the recognition zone, press the central tailgate control.
  • Lift the tailgate.

Closing

  • Lower the tailgate using one of the interior grab handles.

Citroen C3. Boot In the event of a malfunction or if you experience difficulty opening or closing the tailgate, have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without delay, to avoid the issue deteriorating and prevent any risk of the tailgate dropping, potentially causing serious injury.

Back-up release

To manually unlock the boot in the event of a battery or central locking failure.

Unlocking

  • Fold the rear seats to gain access to the lock from inside the boot.

Citroen C3. Boot

  • Insert a small screwdriver into hole A of the lock to unlock the boot.
  • Move the latch to the left.

Locking after closing

If the fault persists after closing again, the boot will remain locked.

Citroen C3. Boot In the event of a fault with the central locking system, it is essential to disconnect the battery to lock the boot and so ensure complete locking of the vehicle.

    Doors

    Opening From outside After unlocking the vehicle or with the "Keyless Entry and Starting" system electronic key in the recognition zone, pull the door handle...

    Central locking

    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...

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