How to change engine oil and filter on Citroen C3 1 – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 2year / 20000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.6 16V,
CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.1 i,
CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 i Bivalent,
CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.6 16V,
CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 Flex,
CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.4 i Bivalent,
CITROËN C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) 1.6 Bioflex
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change oil filter and engine oil on CITROEN C3 1 (FC, FN) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Oil Filter for C3 I Hatchback (FC_, FN_) and other CITROËN models
Move up the container. The oil starts to drain out of the drainage hole immediately after you have removed the oil filter. Cover the oil filter housing with a microfibre towel to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
Step 6
Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Step 7
Put a waste oil container with at least 4 l capacity under the drainage hole.
Step 8
Unscrew the drain plug. Use square oil drain plug socket No.8 Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9
Drain the used oil.
Replacement: engine oil and filter – Citroen C3 1. Tip from AUTODOC:
Caution! The oil may be hot.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
Step 10
Detach the oil filter from the filter cover.
Step 11
Clean the oil filter housing cap. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 12
Remove the oil filter cover O-ring. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 13
Install a new O-ring to its mounting seat on the filter cover.
Step 14
Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
Step 15
Install the new oil filter to the mounting seat on the filter cover.
Please note!
Make sure to install the filter correctly. Don't mix up the sides of the part.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
Step 16
Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 17
Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use square oil drain plug socket No.8 Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 18
Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 19
Lower the car.
Step 20
Screw the new filter into its place.
Step 21
Install a new oil filter housing cover and tighten it. Use a drive socket #27. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
Step 22
Remove the oil filler cap. Insert the funnel.
Step 23
Pour oil into the engine through the filler. Required amount of oil: 3.5 l.
Replacement: engine oil and filter – Citroen C3 1. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 24
Check the oil level using the dipstick. Top up oil if necessary.
Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.
Step 25
Install the oil filler cap. Tighten the oil filler cap.
Step 26
Run the engine for a few minutes. After the oil pressure warning light goes out, stop the engine.
Step 27
Check the oil level 5 minutes after the stop of the engine operation using a dipstick and add oil if necessary.
Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.Make sure that the oil filler cap is properly tightened.Check the threaded plug of the drainage hole and the oil filter seal for tightness. If necessary, carefully tighten them up.
Note that oil pressure warning light, which indicates insufficient pressure in the lubrication system, may be on for a longer time than usual. After a few seconds, the oil will fill all the channels, and the light will go out. To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.
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