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Citroen C3: In the event of a breakdown / Warning triangle

Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual / In the event of a breakdown / Warning triangle

As a safety precaution, before leaving your vehicle to set up and install the triangle, switch on the hazard warning lamps and put on your high visibility vest.

The triangle can be stored on the back panel of the boot, attached with straps.

Assembling and placing the triangle

Citroen C3. Warning triangle

For versions supplied with a triangle as original equipment, refer to the illustration above.

For other versions, refer to the assembly instructions provided with the triangle.

  • Put the triangle in place behind the vehicle, as required by local legislation.

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