Citroen C3: Driving / Starting / Switching off the engine with the key

Anti-theft protection

Electronic immobiliser The keys include an electronic engine immobiliser system, whose secret code must be recognised in order for starting to be possible...

Key ignition switch

It has 3 positions: 1. Stop: inserting and removing the key, steering column locked. 2. Ignition: steering column unlocked, ignition on, Diesel preheating, engine running...

Other information:

Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Deactivating/Reactivating the front passenger airbag

For vehicles on which it is fitted, the control is located inside the glove box. With the ignition off: To deactivate the airbag, turn the key in the switch to the "OFF" position. To reactivate it, turn the key to the "ON" position. When the ignition is switched on: This warning lamp comes on and remains lit to signal the deactivation...

Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Bonnet

Stop & Start Before doing anything under the bonnet, you must switch off the ignition to avoid any risk of injury resulting from an automatic change to START mode. The location of the interior bonnet release lever prevents the bonnet being opened when the left-hand front door is closed...