Citroen C3 Manuals

Citroen C3: 12 V battery / Accessing the battery

The battery is located under the bonnet. For access to the (+) terminal:

  • Release the bonnet by pulling the internal release lever, then the external safety catch.
  • Raise the bonnet.

(+) Positive terminal.

This terminal has a quick-release clamp.

(-) Negative terminal.

As the battery's negative terminal is not accessible, a remote earth point is placed on the structure of the front right wing.

    General points

    Lead-acid starter batteries Batteries contain harmful substances such as sulphuric acid and lead. They must be disposed of in accordance with regulations and must not, in any circumstances, be discarded with household waste...

    Starting using another battery

    If the vehicle's battery is flat, the engine can be started using a backup battery (either external or from another vehicle) and jump leads or using a battery booster...

    Other information:

    Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Advice


    An incorrectly installed child seat compromises the child's safety in the event of an accident. Ensure that there is no seat belt or seat belt buckle under the child seat, as this could destabilise it. Remember to fasten the seat belts or the harness of child seats, keeping the slack relative to the child's body to a minimum, even for short journeys...

    Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Roof bars


    As a safety measure and to avoid damaging the roof, it is essential to use the transverse bars approved for the vehicle. Observe the instructions on fitting and use contained in the guide supplied with the roof bars. Maximum load distributed over the roof bars, for a loading height not exceeding 40 cm: 70 kg...

    Categories

    Copyright © 2026 www.citroenc3.org