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Citroen C3: In the event of a breakdown / Towing

Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using the towing eye.

Citroen C3. Towing General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in the country where you are driving.

Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle.

The driver must remain at the wheel of the towed vehicle and must have a valid driving licence.

When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towbar; ropes and straps are prohibited.

The towing vehicle must move off gently.

When the vehicle is towed with its engine off, there is no longer braking and steering assistance.

Citroen C3. Towing A professional recovery service must be called if:

  • broken down on a motorway or main road;
  • not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release the parking brake;
  • not possible to tow a vehicle with an automatic gearbox, with the engine running;
  • towing with only two wheels on the ground;
  • four-wheel drive vehicle;
  • no approved towbar available.

Citroen C3. Towing

Citroen C3. Towing In case of battery or electric parking brake failure, it is essential to call a professional using flatbed recovery vehicles (excluding manual gearbox).

Disconnecting the battery

In order to maintain an adequate state of charge for starting the engine, it is recommended that the battery be disconnected if the vehicle is taken out of service for a long period...

Accessing the tools

The towing eye is installed in the boot under the floor. For access: Open the boot. Lift up the floor and remove it. Remove the towing eye from its housing...

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Citroen C3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Media


USB port Insert the USB memory stick into the USB port or connect the USB device to the USB port using a suitable cable (not supplied). To protect the system, do not use a USB hub. The system builds playlists (in temporary memory); this operation can take from a few seconds to several minutes at the first connection...

Citroen C3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Interior lighting


Courtesy lamp (W5W) Using a thin, flap tip screwdriver, unclip the entire console surrounding the courtesy lamp. Remove the defective bulb and replace it. Fit the console back into place around the courtesy lamp and clip it correctly. Courtesy lamp with LEDs For the replacement of LEDs, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop...

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