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Citroen C3: Driving recommendations / Important!

Citroen C3. Important! Never leave the engine running in a closed space without sufficient ventilation. Internal combustion engines emit toxic exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death!

Citroen C3. Important! In severe wintry conditions (temperature below -23°C), let the engine run for 4 minutes before moving off, to ensure the correct operation and durability of the mechanical components of your vehicle (engine and gearbox).

Citroen C3. Important! Never drive with the parking brake applied. Risk of overheating and damage to the braking system!

Citroen C3. Important! Do not park the vehicle or leave the engine running on a flammable surface (dry grass, dead leaves, etc.). The exhaust system of your vehicle is very hot, even several minutes after the engine stops. Risk of fire!

Citroen C3. Important! Never leave a vehicle unattended with the engine running. If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, apply the parking brake and put the gearbox into neutral or position N or P (depending on the type of gearbox).

Citroen C3. Important! Never leave children inside the vehicle unsupervised.

    Driving recommendations

    Observe the driving regulations and remain vigilant whatever the traffic conditions. Monitor your environment and keep your hands on the wheel to be able to react to anything that may happen any time...

    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...

    Other information:

    Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Fuses in the engine compartment


    The fusebox is located in the engine compartment, near the battery. Accessing the fuses Unclip the cover. Replace the fuse. After the operation, close the cover very carefully to ensure correct sealing of the fusebox. Table of fuses ..

    Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Front demist - defrost


    These markings on the control panels indicate the control positions for rapid demisting or defrosting of the windscreen and side windows. During the winter period, direct the side air vents towards the side windows to optimise their demisting and defrosting. With control panel on the centre console On/Off To switch the system on, set the temperature and air flow controls to the correspo..

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