Citroen C3: Back-up procedures / Reinitialising the remote control
Following replacement of the battery or in
the event of a fault, it may be necessary to
reinitialise the remote control.
Without Keyless Entry and Starting

- Switch off the ignition.
- Return the key to position 2 (Ignition on).
- Immediately press the closed padlock button
for a few seconds.
- Switch off the ignition and remove the key 2
from the switch.
The remote control is now fully operational
again.
With Keyless Entry and Starting

- Insert the mechanical key (incorporated into
the remote control) into the lock to open the
vehicle.

- Place the electronic key against the back-up
reader on the steering column and hold it there
until the ignition is switched on.

- Switch on the ignition by pressing the
"START/STOP" button.
- With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
in neutral then fully depress the clutch pedal.
- With an automatic gearbox, while in mode
P, depress the brake pedal.
If the fault persists after reinitialisation, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without
delay.
A message is displayed on the instrument panel
when the battery needs changing.
Without Keyless Entry and Starting
Battery type: CR2032 / 3 volts.
With Keyless Entry and Starting
Battery type: CR2032 / 3 volts...
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...
Other information:
Refer to the General recommendations on the
use of driving and manoeuvring aids.
This system displays the maximum authorised
speed in the instrument panel, according to
the speed limits in the country in which you are
driving, using:
Speed limit signs detected by the camera...
Intelligent emergency braking assistance
If the driver brakes, but not sufficiently to avoid a
collision, this system will supplement the braking,
within the limits of the laws of physics.
This assistance will only be provided if the driver
presses the brake pedal...