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: Windscreen wash

Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and hold. The screenwash then the windscreen wipers operate for a pre-determined time. The screenwash jets are not adjustable. Do not handle them (risk of damage). To avoid damaging the wiper blades, do not operate the screenwash if the screenwash reservoir is empty...

Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Front demist - defrost

These markings on the control panels indicate the control positions for rapid demisting or defrosting of the windscreen and side windows. During the winter period, direct the side air vents towards the side windows to optimise their demisting and defrosting...