Practical information -> Advice on care and maintenance for Your Citroen C3 Aircross SUV First Generation (2017-2023)

Practical information  
Contact a CITROËN dealer for advice on  
removing stubborn stains requiring special  
products (such as tar or insect removers).  
Preferably, have paint touch-ups performed  
by a CITROËN dealer.  
Use a soft cloth and soapy water or a  
pH neutral product.  
Gently wipe the bodywork with a clean  
microfibre cloth.  
Apply polish with the vehicle clean and dry.  
Comply with the instructions for use stated  
on the product.  
Advice on care and  
maintenance  
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General recommendations  
Observe the following recommendations to  
avoid damaging the vehicle.  
The versions provided with roof rails  
are not designed for fitting roof racks.  
It is only for aesthetic factor.  
Exterior  
Do not apply loads on the roof rails.  
Never use a high-pressure jet wash in  
the engine compartment - risk of  
damaging the electrical components!  
Do not wash the vehicle in bright sunshine  
or extremely cold conditions.  
Interior  
When washing the vehicle, never use a  
water hose or high-pressure jet to  
clean the interior.  
Liquids carried in cups or other open  
containers can spill, presenting a risk of  
damage if they come into contact with  
the controls in the dashboard and centre  
console. Be vigilant!  
When washing the vehicle in an  
automatic roller-brush car wash, be  
sure to lock the doors.  
When using a pressure washer, hold the  
lance at least 30 cm from the vehicle  
(particularly when cleaning areas containing  
chipped paint, sensors or seals).  
Promptly clean up any stains containing  
chemicals liable to damage the vehicle's  
paint (including tree resin, bird droppings,  
insect secretions, pollen and tar).  
If justified by the environment, clean the  
vehicle more frequently to remove salty  
deposits (in coastal areas), soot (in industrial  
areas) and mud (in wet or cold areas). These  
substances can be highly corrosive.  
Bodywork  
High-gloss paint  
Do not use abrasive products, solvents,  
petrol or oil to clean the bodywork.  
Never use an abrasive sponge to clean  
stubborn stains - risk of scratching the  
paintwork!  
Do not apply polish in strong sunshine, or to  
plastic or rubber parts.  
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