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Practical information -> Checking levels for Your Citroen C3 SUV Third Generation (2016-2024)

Practical information  
Engine oil  
Checking levels  
Check all of the following levels regularly in  
accordance with the manufacturer's service  
schedule. Top them up if required, unless  
otherwise indicated.  
If a level drops significantly, have the  
corresponding system checked by a CITROËN  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
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The level is checked, with the engine  
having been switched off for at least 30  
minutes and on level ground, either using the oil  
level indicator in the instrument panel when the  
ignition is switched on (for vehicles equipped  
with an electric gauge), or using the dipstick.  
It is normal to top up the oil level between two  
services (or oil changes). It is recommended  
that you check the level, and top up if necessary,  
every 3,000 miles (5,000 km).  
A = MAX  
B = MIN  
Do not start the engine if the level is:  
– above mark A: contact a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
– below mark B: top up the engine oil  
immediately.  
The fluids must comply with the  
manufacturer's requirements and with  
the vehicle's engine.  
In order to maintain the reliability of the  
engine and emissions control system,  
never use additives in the engine oil.  
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).  
Oil grade  
Before topping up the oil or changing  
the oil, check that the oil is the correct  
grade for your engine and conforms to the  
manufacturer's recommendations.  
Checking using the dipstick  
For the location of the dipstick, please refer  
to the illustration of the corresponding engine  
compartment.  
Take the dipstick by its coloured grip and pull  
it out completely.  
► Wipe the end of the dipstick using a clean,  
non-fluffy cloth.  
► Refit the dipstick and push fully down, then  
pull it out again to make the visual check: the  
correct level is between marks A and B.  
Topping up the engine oil level  
Used products  
The location of the oil filler cap is shown in the  
corresponding underbonnet layout view.  
► Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any spills  
on engine components (risk of fire).  
► Wait a few minutes before checking the level  
again using the dipstick.  
► Add more oil if necessary.  
► After checking the level, carefully refit the oil  
filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.  
Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or  
fluids with the skin.  
Most of these fluids are harmful to health and  
very corrosive.  
Do not discard used oil or fluids into  
sewers or onto the ground.  
Empty used oil into the containers reserved  
for this purpose at a CITROËN dealer or a  
qualified workshop.  
During the 30 minutes after topping up  
the oil, the check performed with the oil  
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level indicator in the instrument panel when  
the ignition is switched on is not valid.  
In order to avoid the risk of scalding if you need  
to top up in an emergency, wrap a cloth around  
the cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to  
allow the pressure to drop.  
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the cap  
and top up to the required level.  
Diesel fuel additive (Diesel  
with particle filter)  
On reaching the minimum level in the  
particle filter additive tank, this warning  
lamp comes on fixed, accompanied by an  
audible warning and a message warning that the  
additive level is too low.  
Brake fluid  
The level of this fluid should be close to  
the "MAX" mark. If not, check the brake  
pad wear.  
To know how often the brake fluid should be  
replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing  
schedule.  
Cooling of the engine when stopped  
The engine cooling fan may start after  
the engine has been switched off.  
Take care with objects or clothing that  
could be caught in the blades of the fan!  
Topping up  
This additive must be topped up without delay by  
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Clean the cap before removing it to refill.  
Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed  
container.  
AdBlue (BlueHDi)  
An alert is triggered when the reserve level is  
reached.  
For more information on the AdBlue range  
indicators, refer to the corresponding section.  
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised in  
accordance with regulations, you must top up the  
AdBlue tank.  
Screenwash fluid  
Top up to the required level when  
necessary.  
Engine coolant  
It is normal to top up this fluid between  
two services.  
Fluid specification  
The fluid must be topped up with a ready-to-use  
mixture.  
In winter (temperatures below zero), a liquid  
containing an agent to prevent freezing must  
be used which is appropriate for the prevailing  
conditions, in order to protect the elements of the  
system (pump, tank, ducts, jets, etc.).  
The check and top-up must only be done with  
the engine cold.  
A low level presents a risk of serious damage to  
the engine.  
The level of this fluid should be close to the  
"MAX" mark but should never exceed it.  
If the level is close to or below the "MIN” mark, it  
is essential to top up.  
When the engine is hot, the temperature of this  
fluid is regulated by the fan.  
For more information on the Supply of AdBlue,  
refer to the corresponding section.  
Checks  
Unless otherwise indicated, check these  
components in accordance with the  
manufacturer's service schedule and according  
to your engine.  
Filling with pure water is prohibited under  
all circumstances (risk of freezing,  
limestone deposits, etc.).  
As the cooling system is pressurised, wait at  
least one hour after switching off the engine  
before carrying out any work.  
Otherwise, have them checked by a CITROËN  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
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