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Citroen C3: Stop & Start / Malfunctions

Citroen C3. Malfunctions In the event of a malfunction, this warning lamp flashes for a few moments, then remains on, accompanied by an onscreen message.

Have the vehicle checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

The vehicle stalls in STOP mode

All of the instrument panel warning lamps come on if there is a fault.

  • Switch off the ignition then start the engine again with the key or the "START/STOP" button.

Citroen C3. Malfunctions The Stop & Start system requires a 12 V battery of specific technology and specification.

All work concerning the battery must be carried out only by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

    Operation

    Main conditions for operation The driver’s door must be closed. The driver's seat belt must be fastened. The state of charge of the battery must be sufficient...

    Under-inflation detection

    This system automatically checks the pressures of the tyres while driving. It compares the information given by the wheel speed sensors with reference values, which must be reinitialised every time the tyre pressures are adjusted or a wheel changed...

    Other information:

    Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Red warning/indicator lamps


    STOP Fixed, associated with another warning lamp, accompanied by the display of a message and an audible signal. A serious fault with the engine, braking system, power steering or a major electrical fault has been detected. Carry out (1) and then (2)...

    Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Lighting control


    Never look too closely at the luminous beam of LED lamps: risk of serious eye injury! In some weather conditions (e.g. low temperature or humidity), misting on the internal surface of the glass of the headlamps and rear lamps is normal, and will disappear after the lamps have been on for a few minutes...

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