Citroën C3 Picasso

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Citroën C3 Picasso automatic transmission fluid capacity ranges from 2,1 to 2,2 liters. The data covers 3 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
C3 Picasso 1.6 VTi (2012-2015)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,2 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 2,1 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: MCP 6/1
C3 Picasso 1.6 e-HDi (66 kW), 9HX (2011-2011)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,2 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 2,1 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: MCP 6/1
C3 Picasso 1.6 VTi (2009-2011)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 2,2 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 2,1 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: MCP 6/1

Additional Notes

  • The Citroën C3 Picasso automatic transmission fluid specifications cover a semi-automatic transaxle configuration across all three listed variants, spanning the 1.6 VTi petrol engine and the 1.6 e-HDi diesel engine.
  • A dry fill capacity of 2.2 liters applies to all three configurations. Dry fill refers to the total fluid volume required when filling a completely empty transmission, such as after a full overhaul or unit replacement.
  • A service fill capacity of 2.1 liters is specified across all three configurations. Service fill represents the smaller volume needed during a routine fluid change, where residual fluid remains in the torque converter or valve body after draining.
  • The 0.1-liter difference between the dry fill and service fill values indicates a relatively small residual volume retained within the semi-automatic transaxle after a standard drain procedure.
  • The 1.6 VTi variant is represented across two separate model year groupings: 2009-2011 and 2012-2015. Both share identical dry and service fill capacities of 2.2 liters and 2.1 liters respectively, indicating no change in transmission fluid volume requirements between those production periods.
  • The 1.6 e-HDi (66 kW) variant, identified by engine code 9HX and listed for the 2011 model year, carries the same 2.2-liter dry fill and 2.1-liter service fill figures as the petrol variants, despite being a diesel-powered configuration.
  • All three rows are designated under normal use conditions, meaning the specified capacities apply to standard operating environments rather than severe-duty or first-change-only scenarios.

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