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Citroen C3: Automatic gearbox / Switching the vehicle off

Before switching off the engine, it is possible to engage position P or N to place the gearbox in neutral.

In both cases, apply the parking brake to immobilise the vehicle, unless it is programmed to automatic mode.

Citroen C3. Switching the vehicle off If the selector is not in position P, when the driver's door is opened or approximately 45 seconds after the ignition is switched off, an audible signal sounds and a message appears.

  • Return the gear selector to P; the audible signal stops and the message disappears.

    Manual operation

    To limit fuel consumption during an extended standstill with the engine running (for example, in a traffic jam), set the gear selector to N and apply the parking brake...

    Malfunction

    In the event of a malfunction, this warning lamp comes on and a message is displayed, when the ignition is switched on. In this case, the gearbox goes into back-up mode and is locked in 3rd gear...

    Other information:

    Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Compatibility of fuels


    Petrol fuels conforming to the EN228 standard containing up to 5% and 10% ethanol respectively. Diesel fuels conforming to the EN590, EN16734 and EN16709 standards and containing up to 7%, 10%, 20% and 30% fatty acid methyl ester respectively. The use of B20 or B30 fuels, even occasionally, imposes special maintenance conditions referred to as "Arduous conditions"...

    Citroen C3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Starting. Switching off


    Starting With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever in neutral and fully depress the clutch pedal. With an automatic gearbox, select mode P or N and press the brake pedal. Press the "START/STOP" button while maintaining pressure on the pedal until the engine starts...

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