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: Manual child lock

This system prevents opening of a rear door using its interior handle. The control, red in colour, is located on the edge of each rear door (marked by a label). Locking / Unlocking To lock, turn the red control as far as it will go using the integral key: To the right on the left-hand rear door...

Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Wiper control stalk

In wintry conditions, remove snow, ice or frost present on the windscreen, around the wiper arms and blades and on the windscreen seal, before operating the wipers. Do not operate the wipers on a dry windscreen. Under extremely hot or cold conditions, ensure that the wiper blades are not stuck to the windscreen before operating the wipers...