Get Practical information Guide for Citroen C1 4 Door Second Generation (2014-2022)

Practical information

Fuel tank

The capacity of the fuel tank is approximately 35 litres.

Low fuel level

Refuelling

When the low fuel level is reached,

this warning lamp comes on,

accompanied by an audible signal.

Refuelling must only be done with the engine

stopped and the ignition switched off (ignition

switch in the "LOCK" position or "OFF" mode).

The message "LO FUEL" is displayed in place

of the range.

Additions of fuel must be of at least 5 litres to

be registered by the fuel gauge.

You have approximately 5 litres remaining.

In certain driving conditions and depending on

the engine, the distance which can be travelled

with the fuel remaining may be less than

30 miles (50 km).

A label on the inside of the flap reminds you

which type of fuel to use.

There may be an inrush of air when removing

the filler cap. This vacuum is perfectly normal

and results from the sealing of the fuel system.

To refuel in complete safety:

If you run out of fuel, the emission

control system warning lamp may come

on in the instrument panel. It will go off

automatically after the engine has been

started a few times.

F

You must stop the engine and switch off

the ignition (ignition in "LOCK" position

or "OFF" mode).

F

Pull the control on the lower dashboard,

driver's side, to release the filler flap.

Open the fuel filler flap.

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Quality of the fuel used for

petrol engines

The petrol engines are compatible with

E10 type petrol biofuels (containing

10 % ethanol), conforming to European

standards EN 228 and EN 15376.

E85 type fuels (containing up to 85 % ethanol)

are reserved exclusively for vehicles marketed

for the use of this type of fuel (BioFlex

vehicles). The quality of the ethanol must

comply with European standard EN 15293.

Once refuelling is complete:

F

Fit and tighten the filler cap until you hear a

click.

When you release the filler cap, it turns

slightly in the opposite direction.

Push the filler flap to close it.

F

When you fill the fuel tank, do not continue

after the 3rd cut-off of the pump; this could

cause malfunctions.

Your vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter

that reduces harmful exhaust emissions.

The filler neck has a narrower aperture that

only admits nozzles on pumps delivering

unleaded petrol.

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F

Unscrew the filler cap and place it on its

carrier (on the filler flap).

Insert the filler nozzle as far as it will go,

before starting delivery of fuel (risk of blow-

back).

F

Keep the nozzle in this position while

refuelling.

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Practical information

Snow chains

In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when braking.

Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the

type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:

Advice on installation

F

If you have to fit the chains during a

journey, stop the vehicle on a flat surface

on the side of the road.

F

Apply the parking brake and position any

wheel chocks to prevent movement of your

vehicle.

Original tyre size

Maximum link size.

9 mm

F

Fit the chains following the instructions

provided by the manufacturer.

Move off gently and drive for a few

moments, without exceeding 30 mph

(50 km/h).

165/65 R14

165/60 R15

F

Stop your vehicle and check that the snow

chains are correctly tightened.

For more information on snow chains,

contact a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

The snow chains must be fitted only

to the front wheels. They must never

be fitted to "space-saver" type spare

wheels.

Avoid driving with snow chains on roads

that have been cleared of snow, to

avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and

the road surface. If your vehicle is fitted

with alloy wheels, check that no part of

the chain or its fixings is in contact with

the wheel rim.

The lane departure warning system

should be deactivated when driving with

snow chains fitted.

Take account of the legislation in force

in your country on the use of snow

chains and the maximum running speed

authorised.

It is strongly recommended that before

you leave, you practise fitting the snow

chains on a level and dry surface.

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Practical information

Electrical energy economy mode*

System which manages the duration of use of certain functions to conserve a sufficient level of

charge in the battery.

After the engine has stopped, you can still use functions such as the audio system, windscreen

wipers, dipped beam headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc. for a maximum combined duration of

twenty minutes.

This period may be greatly reduced if the battery is not fully charged.

Switching to economy mode

Let the engine run for the duration

specified to ensure that the battery

charge is sufficient.

Once this time has elapsed the active functions

are put on standby.

Do not repeatedly and continuously

restart the engine in order to charge the

battery.

A flat battery prevents the engine from

starting.

Exiting economy mode

These functions are reactivated automatically

next time the vehicle is driven.

Refer to the "Battery" section.

To restore the use of these functions

immediately, start the engine and let it run for at

least 5 minutes.

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* Only on vehicles with the "Keyless Entry and

Starting" system.

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Accessories

A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.

These accessories and parts are all suitable for your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.

"Comfort" : door deflectors, insulated module,

sun blinds, scented air freshener, portable

ashtray, coat hanger fitted to head restraint,

reading lamp, front and rear parking sensors,

centre armrest, cigarette lighter, ...

"Security and safety": anti-theft alarm,

vehicle tracking system, snow chains, wheel

non-slip covers, wheel security bolts, child

seats, first aid kit, warning triangle, high

visibility vest, breathalyzer, fire extinguisher,

pet seat belt, foglamp kit, seat belt cutter/glass

hammer, ...

"Multimedia": audio system, speaker, semi-

integral navigation systems, hands-free kit,

driving assistance systems, 230 V socket, rear

multi-media support, DVD players, portable

satellite navigation system, smartphone

support, digital radio, ...

"Transport solutions": boot carpet, boot liner,

transverse roof bars, bicycle carrier, ski carrier,

roof boxes, boot dividers, ...

"Protection": mats, mud flaps, vehicle cover,

seat covers, side protective mouldings, bumper

protectors, ...

To prevent the mat from becoming caught

under the pedals:

"Styling": rear diffuser, aluminium gear knob,

alloy wheels, exterior expressive stickers,

chrome mirror shells, door sill finishers, ...

-

ensure that the mat is secured correctly,

never fit one mat on top of another.

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Depending on the legislation in force in

the country, certain safety equipment

may be compulsory: high visibility

safety vests, warning triangles,

breathalyzers, spare bulbs, spare fuses,

fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud flaps

at the rear of the vehicle.

Installation of radio

communication

transmitters

Before installing any after-market radio

communication transmitter, you can

contact a CITROËN dealer for the

specification of transmitters which can

be fitted (frequency, maximum power,

aerial position, specific installation

requirements), in line with the Vehicle

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Directive (2004/104/EC).

The fitting of electrical equipment

or accessories which are not

recommended by CITROËN may result

in a failure of your vehicle's electronic

system and excessive electrical

consumption.

Contact a CITROËN dealer

for information on the range of

recommended equipment and

accessories.

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Changing a wiper

blade

Fitting roof bars

Please refer to national legislation in

order to comply with the regulations

concerning the transportation of objects

which are longer than the vehicle.

Removing the front wiper blade

F

Raise the wiper arm.

F

Remove the wiper blade, sliding it towards

the outside.

Fitting the front wiper blade

F

Put the corresponding new wiper blade in

place and fix it.

When fitting transverse roof bars, use the

accessories recommended by CITROËN and

follow the manufacturer's fitting instructions.

For more information, contact a CITROËN

dealer or a qualified workshop.

F

Fold down the wiper arm carefully.

To conserve the effectiveness of

the flat-blade type wiper blades, we

recommend that they are:

-

handled with care,

cleaned regularly with soapy water,

not used to hold a cardboard sheet

against the windscreen,

Maximum weight authorised on the bars,

for a loading height not exceeding 40 cm

(except bicycle carrier): 40 kg.

-

replaced at the first signs of wear.

If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the

speed of the vehicle to the profile of the

road to avoid damaging the roof bars.

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TOTAL & CITROËN

Partners in performance and

protecting the environment

Innovation in the search for

performance

For over 40 year, the TOTAL Research and Development

departments have developed lubricants for CITROËN,

to match the latest technical innovations on CITROËN

vehicles, both for competition and for everyday motoring.

For you, this is an assurance that you will obtain the best

performance from your engine.

Optimum protection for your

engine

By having your CITROËN vehicle

serviced with TOTAL lubricants, you are

contributing towards improving the life

and performance of your engine, while

also protecting the environment.

Practical information

Bonnet

Opening

F

Pull towards you the interior release lever,

located in the lower dashboard.

F

Push the exterior safety catch to the left

and raise the bonnet.

F

Unclip the bonnet stay from its housing.

Fix the stay in the notch to hold the bonnet

open.

The cooling fan may start after

switching off the engine: take care

with articles and clothing that might

be caught by the fan blades.

Do not open the bonnet when there is a

very strong wind.

When the engine is hot, handle the

exterior safety catch and the stay with

care (risk of burns).

Closing

F

Take the stay out of the support notch.

Clip the stay in its housing.

Lower the bonnet and release it near the

end of its travel.

F

Pull on the bonnet to check that it is fully

latched.

Because of the presence of electrical

equipment under the bonnet, it is

recommended that exposure to water

(rain, washing, ...) be limited.

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Petrol engines

1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.

2. Coolant header tank.

3. Air filter.

4. Brake fluid reservoir.

5. Battery.

6. Fusebox.

7. Engine oil dipstick.

8. Engine oil filler cap.

9. Remote earth point.

For access to the brake fluid reservoir

and the fusebox, unclip the plastic cover

at the base of the windscreen, pressing

on the two tongues.

PureTech 82

Refer to the "Changing a fuse" section.

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VTi 68

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Checking levels

Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. Top them up if necessary, unless otherwise indicated.

If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Checking with dipstick

Take care when working under the

bonnet, as certain areas of the engine

may be extremely hot (risk of burns) and

the cooling fan could start at any time

(even with the ignition off).

If you find that the oil level is above the A mark

or below the B mark, do not start the engine.

Refer to the under-bonnet view for the location

of the dipstick on your vehicle.

-

If the level is above the MAX mark (risk

of engine damage), contact a CITROËN

dealer or a qualified workshop.

F

Take the dipstick by its coloured grip and

pull it out completely.

With the end of the dipstick with a clean

and non-fluffy cloth.

Refit the dipstick and push it fully down,

then pull it out again for a visual check of

the oil level: the level must be between the

two marks A and B.

-

If the level is below the MIN mark, you

must top-up the engine oil.

Engine oil level

The check of the oil level is carried

out with the dipstick, located under

the bonnet. For the position of the

dipstick, refer to the under-bonnet

view on a previous page.

To ensure the accuracy of the reading,

your vehicle must be on a level

surface, with the engine off for at least

30 minutes.

It is normal to top up the oil level between

two services (or oil changes). CITROËN

recommends that you check the level, and top

up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 km).

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Brake fluid level

The brake fluid level should be close

to the "MAX" mark. If it is not, check

the brake pad wear.

Topping-up the engine oil

Oil grade

The oil must be the correct grade for your

engine and conform to the manufacturer's

recommendations.

Refer to the under-bonnet view for the location

of the oil filler cap on your vehicle.

Engine oil change

Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule

for details of the interval for this operation.

In order to maintain the reliability of the engine

and emissions control system, never use

additives in the engine oil.

Changing the ﬂuid

Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule

for details of the interval for this operation.

F

Unscrew the filler cap for access to the

filler orifice.

Pour in the oil in small quantities, avoiding

spills onto the engine (risk of fire).

Wait a few minutes before checking the

level again using the dipstick.

Top-up again if necessary.

After checking and topping up, carefully

refit the oil filler cap and the dipstick to its

housing.

Fluid speciﬁcation

The brake fluid must conform to the

manufacturer's recommendations.

F

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Coolant level

Screenwash fluid level

Used products

The coolant level must be:

Top up the level when necessary.

Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or

fluids with the skin.

Most of these fluids are harmful to

health or indeed very corrosive.

-

between the "FULL" or "F" and

"LOW" or "L" marks for VTi 68

and VTi 68 S&S engines,

-

between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks for

the PureTech 82 engine.

Fluid speciﬁcation

For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,

this fluid must not be topped up or replaced

with plain water.

In wintry conditions, it is recommended that you

use an ethyl alcohol or methanol based fluid.

When the engine is warm, the temperature of

the coolant is regulated by the fan.

Do not discard used oil or fluids into

sewers or onto the ground.

Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or

a qualified workshop (France) or to an

authorised waste disposal site.

The cooling fan may start after switching

off the engine: take care with articles and

clothing that might be caught by the fan

blades.

In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised,

wait at least one hour after switching off the

engine before carrying out any work.

To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap

by two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When

the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and

top up the level.

Fluid speciﬁcation

The coolant must conform to the

manufacturer's recommendations.

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Checks

Unless otherwise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's service schedule and according to your engine.

Otherwise, have them checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

12 V battery

Air filter and passenger compartment filter

Manual gearbox

The battery does not require any maintenance.

Refer to the manufacturer's

service schedule for details of the

replacement intervals for these

components.

The gearbox does not require any

However, check regularly that the terminals

are correctly tightened (versions without quick

release terminals) and that the connections

are clean.

maintenance (no oil change).

Refer to the manufacturer's service

schedule for the checking interval for

this component.

Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty

atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle

(e.g. city driving), replace them twice as often

if necessary.

A clogged passenger compartment filter may

have an adverse effect on the performance

of the air conditioning system and generate

undesirable odours.

When carrying out any operation on the

12 V battery, refer to the corresponding section

for details of the precautions to be taken before

starting work.

Clutch

The clutch is operated mechanically and

requires regular adjustment.

Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule

for information on when the adjustment should

be checked.

Versions equipped with Stop & Start are

fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of

specific technology and specification.

Its replacement should be carried out

only by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

Oil filter

In the event of an operating fault

(difficulty moving off, for example),

contact a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

Replace the oil filter each time the

engine oil is changed.

Refer to the manufacturer's

service schedule for details of

the replacement interval for this

component.

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ETG gearbox

Brake disc wear

Only use products recommended by

CITROËN or products of equivalent

quality and specification.

In order to optimise the operation of

units as important as those in the

braking system, CITROËN selects and

offers very specific products.

The ETG gearbox does not require

any maintenance (no oil change).

Refer to the manufacturer's service

schedule for information on when this

unit should be checked.

For information on checking brake

disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer

or a qualified workshop.

After washing the vehicle, dampness,

or in wintry conditions, ice can form

on the brake discs and pads: braking

efficiency may be reduced. Make light

brake applications to dry and defrost

the brakes.

Brake pads

Parking brake

Brake wear depends on the style

of driving, particularly in the case

of vehicles used in town, over short

distances. It may be necessary to

have the condition of the brakes checked, even

between vehicle services.

If excessive travel or a loss of

effectiveness of this system is

noticed, the parking brake must be

checked, even between two services.

Checking this system must be done by a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

To avoid damaging the electrical units,

never use a high pressure jet wash in

the engine compartment.

Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in

the brake fluid level indicates that the brake

pads are worn.

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