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How to Open the Bonnet of a Citroen C3

Model: Citroen C3 SY, SX - Years 2016-2023
Part: Body

Do you want to open the engine compartment of a Citroen C3? Here’s how to lift the front bonnet for maintenance inside the compartment. Pull the lever located at the bottom left of the dashboard, then lift the bonnet slightly and release the locking lever. Once the engine bonnet is unlocked, lift it upwards and secure it with the prop rod. Now that you have opened the engine bonnet, you can perform maintenance. Remove the prop rod and let the bonnet fall gently from a minimal height to close it. Secure the engine bonnet.

Updated on 8 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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