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...

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Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Engine coolant temperature indicator

With the engine running: In zone A, the temperature is correct. In zone B, the temperature is too high; the associated warning lamp and the central STOP warning lamp come on in red on the instrument panel, accompanied by the display of a message and an audible signal...

Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Central locking

Manual Press this button to lock/unlock the vehicle (doors and boot) from inside the vehicle. The indicator lamp comes on to confirm the central locking of the vehicle. The central locking does not take place if one of the doors is open. When locking/deadlocking from the outside When the vehicle is locked or deadlocked from the outside, the indicator lamp flashes and the button is i..