Practical information -> Advice on care and maintenance for Your Citroen C3 Aircross SUV Second Generation (2024-2026)

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and mud/salts (in wet or cold areas). These  
substances can be highly corrosive.  
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified  
workshop for advice on removing stubborn  
stains requiring special products (such as tar  
or insect removers).  
Bodywork  
Advice on care and  
maintenance  
High-gloss paint  
Do not use abrasive products, solvents,  
General recommendations  
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.  
Observe the following recommendations to  
avoid damaging the vehicle.  
Preferably, have paint touch-ups performed  
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Exterior  
Interior  
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.  
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 to the instruments and controls and  
the controls located on the centre console.  
Be vigilant!  
To clean instrument panels, touch screens  
or other displays, wipe gently with a soft,  
dry cloth. Do not use products (e.g. alcohol,  
disinfectant) or soapy water directly on  
these surfaces - risk of damage!  
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.  
When washing the vehicle in an  
automatic roller-brush car wash, be  
sure to lock the doors and, depending on  
version, move the electronic key away.  
When using a pressure washer, keep the jet  
nozzle at a minimum distance of 30 cm from  
the vehicle (particularly when cleaning areas  
containing chipped paint, sensors or seals,  
plastic parts).  
Promptly clean up any stains containing  
chemicals liable to damage the vehicle's  
paintwork (including tree resin, bird  
droppings, insect secretions, pollen and tar).  
Depending on the environment, clean the  
vehicle frequently to remove salty deposits  
(in coastal areas), soot (in industrial areas)  
Decals  
(Depending on version)  
Do not use a high-pressure washer to  
clean the vehicle - risk of damaging or  
detaching the decals!  
Use a high-flow hose (temperature  
between 25°C and 40°C).  
Place the jet of water perpendicular to the  
surface to be cleaned.  
Rinse the vehicle with demineralised water.  
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cleaning leather (e.g. solvent, detergent,  
Product/Procedure to use depending  
on the type of stain:  
– Grease, oil and ink: clean with a pH-neutral  
detergent.  
– Vomit: clean with sparkling mineral water.  
– Blood: spread flour over the stain and  
allow to dry; remove with a slightly damp  
cloth.  
– Mud: allow to dry and then remove with a  
slightly damp cloth.  
– Cake, chocolate, ice cream: clean with  
lukewarm water.  
– Sugary and/or alcoholic drinks: clean with  
lukewarm water, or lemon juice if the stain is  
persistent.  
– Hair gel, coffee, tomato sauce, vinegar:  
clean with lukewarm water and lemon juice.  
For solid substances, then use a soft brush or  
vacuum cleaner.  
Textile  
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petrol, pure alcohol).  
The dashboard, door panels and seats may  
contain parts made of textile material.  
Do not use bleaching or colour-removal  
products (e.g. perchloroethylene).  
When cleaning items partly made from  
leather, take care not to damage the other  
materials with the specific leather product.  
Maintenance  
Do not use aggressive cleaning  
products (e.g. alcohol, solvent or  
ammonia).  
Do not use steam-cleaning systems - risk of  
affecting the adhesion of the fabrics!  
Before cleaning greasy stains or  
liquids, quickly mop up any surplus.  
Before cleaning, wipe off any residues liable  
to scuff the leather, using a cloth that has  
been dampened with demineralised water  
and thoroughly wrung out.  
Clean the leather, without rubbing too  
vigorously, using a soft cloth moistened with  
soapy water or a pH-neutral product.  
Dry with a soft, dry cloth.  
Remove dust from the textile parts  
regularly with a dry cloth, soft brush or  
vacuum cleaner.  
Rub down the textile parts once per year  
with a clean, damp cloth. After leaving  
overnight to dry, brush with a soft-bristled  
brush.  
For liquid substances, then use a damp  
microfibre cloth and then dry with another  
cloth.  
Stain removal  
Do not rub the stain or it may spread  
or you may cause the substance to  
penetrate the surface.  
Leather  
Leather is a natural product. Appropriate  
regular care is essential for its durability.  
It must be protected and nourished using a  
specific leather product, to keep it supple and  
preserve its original appearance.  
Act quickly by reducing the stain from  
its edges inwards.  
Remove as much substance or solids as  
possible using a spoon or spatula, and  
remove as much liquid as possible using  
absorbent paper.  
Do not use maintenance products  
which are not suitable for  
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