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How to Open the Bonnet on a Citroen C3

Model: Citroen C3 FC, FN - Years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Part: Body

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How to open the front bonnet for maintenance? Here’s how to do it on a Citroen C3: pull the lever located at the bottom left of the dashboard, then slightly lift the bonnet and pull the release lever to the left. Once the bonnet is released, lift it up and secure it with the prop rod. Now that the bonnet is open, you can perform your maintenance.

To close the bonnet: remove the safety rod and let the bonnet drop from a minimal height. Ensure it is properly closed.


Updated on 3 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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How to Remove the Toll Tag Holder from the Car Windscreen

The toll tag holder is usually attached to the car windscreen to ensure that the toll tag functions immediately when passing through barriers. However, if you decide to remove the holder, you should follow this procedure: - Insert the toll tag into the holder; - Pull the holder inwards to detach it from the windscreen; you can use a glass scraper or a stiff plastic card to assist you; After removing the holder, it is essential to remove the adhesive from the windscreen. To remove the adhesive, we recommend using a solvent-based spray that will remove the glue without clouding the area.

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