Get Driving -> Starting-switching off the engine Guide for Citroen C3 SUV Second Generation (2009-2016)

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Starting-switching off the engine

Anti-theft protection

Ignition switch

Electronic engine immobiliser

Ignition on

The key contains an electronic chip which has

a special code. When the ignition is switched

on, this code must be recognised in order for

starting to be possible.

This electronic engine immobiliser locks the

engine management system a few minutes

after the ignition is switched off and prevents

starting of the engine by anyone who does not

have the key.

In this position the vehicle's electrical

equipment can be used or accessories

charged.

When the state of charge of the battery

drops to a reserve level, the system goes into

energy economy mode: the power supply is

automatically cut off to preserve the state of

charge of the battery.

It has 3 positions:

In the event of a fault, you are

informed by illumination of this

warning lamp, an audible signal and

a message in the screen.

avoid attaching heavy objects to the

key, which would weigh down on its

blade in the ignition switch and could

cause a malfunction.

Position 1: Stop

Position 2: Ignition on

Position 3: Starting

In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact

a CITRoËn dealer as soon as possible.

Keep safely, away from your vehicle, the label

attached to the keys given to you on acquisition

of the vehicle.

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Starting the engine

apply the parking brake.

With a diesel engine, turn the key to

position 2, ignition on, to operate the

engine preheating system.

In temperate conditions, do not

With a manual gearbox: place the lever in

neutral and fully depress the clutch pedal.

With an electronic gearbox: place the lever

at position N and press the brake pedal

firmly.

With an automatic gearbox: place the lever

at position P and press the brake pedal

firmly.

Insert the key in the ignition switch; the

system recognises the code.

Unlock the steering column by

simultaneously turning the steering and

the key.

warm the engine up with the vehicle

stationary, but move off straight away

and drive at moderate engine speeds.

Wait until this warning lamp goes off

in the instrument panel, then operate

the starter motor by turning the key to

position 3 until the engine starts, without

pressing the accelerator pedal. once

the engine starts, release the key.

never leave the engine running in

an enclosed area without adequate

ventilation: internal combustion

engines emit toxic exhaust gases,

such as carbon monoxide. Danger of

intoxication and death. In very severe

winter conditions (temperatures

below -23°C), it is necessary to allow

the engine to run for 4 minutes before

setting off, in order to ensure the

correct operation and durability of

the mechanical components of your

vehicle, the engine and gearbox.

In wintry conditions, the warning lamp

will stay on longer. When the engine is

hot, it does not come on.

In some circumstances, you may have

to apply some force to turn the steering

wheel (wheels on lock for example).

If the engine does not start straight

away, switch the ignition off. Wait a

few moments before trying again. If

the engine does not start after a few

attempts, do not keep trying: you risk

damaging the starter motor and the

engine. Call on a CITRoËn dealer or a

qualified workshop.

With a petrol engine, operate the starter

motor by turning the key to position 3 until

the engine starts, without pressing the

accelerator pedal. once the engine starts,

release the key.

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Switching the engine off

Immobilise the vehicle.

Energy economy mode

Key reminder

With the engine at idle, turn the key fully

towards you to position 1 (Stop).

Remove the key from the ignition switch.

To lock the steering column, turn the

steering wheel until it locks.

After switching off the engine (position 1 - Stop),

you can still use functions such as the audio

and telematic system, the wipers, dipped beam,

courtesy lamps, etc., for maximum cumulative

period of 30 minutes.

If the key is left in the ignition switch, an

audible signal sounds when the driver's

door is opened.

To facilitate unlocking of the steering

column, put the front wheels in the

straight ahead position before switching

the ignition off.

For more information, refer to the

"Energy economy mode" section.

Ensure that the parking brake is applied

correctly, particularly when on a slope.

Never switch the ignition off until the

vehicle has come to a complete stop

and the parking brake has been applied.

With the engine stopped, the braking and

steering assistance systems are also cut

off: risk of loss of control of the vehicle.

When you leave the vehicle, take the

key with you and lock the vehicle.

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