warning Citroen C ZERO 2011 1.G Owner's Guide

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Rear seat belts

Each rear seat is fitted with a three-point iner tia
reel seat belt.

Fastening



)
Pull the strap, then inser t the tongue in the
buckle.

)
Check that the seat belt is fastened
correctly by pulling the strap.



Unfastening



)
Press the red button in the buckle.



Seat belt unfastened warning
lamps
Right hand rear seat belt warning lamp.

Left hand rear seat belt warning lamp.

Illumination of one of these warning lamps in
the instrument panel indicates that one of the
rear passengers has unbuckled their seat belt.

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The driver must ensure that passengers use
the seat belts correctly and that they are all
restrained securely before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle,
always fasten your seat belt, even for short
journeys.
Do not interchange the seat belt buckles as
they will not fulfil their role fully.
The seat belts are fitted with an iner tia reel
permitting automatic adjustment of the length
of the strap to your size. The seat belt is
stowed automatically when not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the seat
belt is reeled in correctly.
The lower part of the strap must be
positioned as low as possible on the pelvis.
The upper par t must be positioned in the
hollow of the shoulder.
The iner tia reels are fitted with an automatic
locking device which comes into operation in
the event of a collision, emergency braking
or if the vehicle rolls over. You can release
the device by pulling firmly on the strap and
releasing it so that it reels in slightly.
Recommendations for children

Use a suitable child seat if the passenger is
less than 12 years old or shor ter than one
and a half metres.
Never use the same seat belt to secure more
than one person.
Never allow a child to travel on your lap. In order to be effective, a seat belt must:


- be tightened as close to the body as
possible,

- be pulled in front of you with a smooth
movement, checking that it does not
twist,

- be used to restrain only one person,

- not bear any trace of cuts or fraying,

- not be conver ted or modified to avoid
affecting its per formance.
In accordance with current safety
regulations, for all repairs on your vehicle,
go to a qualified workshop with the skills
and equipment needed, which a CITROËN
dealer is able to provide.
Have your seat belts checked regularly by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop,
par ticularly if the straps show signs of
damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy
water or a textile cleaning product, sold by
CITROËN dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or rear bench
seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned
and reeled in correctly.


In the event of an impact


Depending on the nature and
seriousness of the impact
, the
pretensioning device may be deployed
before and independently of the airbags.
Deployment of the pretensioners is
accompanied by a slight discharge of
harmless smoke and a noise, due to the
activation of the pyrotechnic car tridge
incorporated in the system.
In all cases, the airbag warning lamp
comes on.
Following an impact, have the seat belts
system checked, and if necessary replaced,
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Deactivation

Only the front passenger's airbag can be
deactivated:


)
with the ignition off
, inser t the key in the
passenger airbag deactivation switch A
,

)
turn it to the "OFF"
position,

)
remove the key. This warning lamp comes on in the centre
console when the ignition is on and until the
airbag is reactivated.
To ensure the safety of your child, the
passenger airbag must be deactivated
when you install a "rear facing" child
seat on the front passenger seat.
Other wise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the airbag
were deployed.


Reactivation

When you remove the child seat, turn
switch A
to the "ON"
position to reactivate the
airbag and so ensure the safety of your front
passenger in the event of an impact.
The associated warning lamp goes off.


Operating fault

If this warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop to have
the system checked. The airbags may
no longer be deployed in the event of
a serious impact.

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Lateral airbags


Deployment

The lateral airbags are deployed unilaterally in
the event of a serious side impact applied to all
or par t of the side impact zone B
, perpendicular
to the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a
horizontal plane and directed from the outside
towards the inside of the vehicle.
The lateral airbag inflates between the hip and
shoulder of the front occupant of the vehicle
and the corresponding door trim panel. System which protects the driver and front
passenger in the event of a serious side impact
in order to limit the risk of injury to the chest,
between the hip and the shoulder.
Each lateral airbag is fitted in the seat backrest
frame, door side.

Impact detection zones



A.
Front impact zone.

B.
Side impact zone.









Curtain airbags

System which protects the driver and
passengers in the event of a serious side
impact in order to limit the risk of injury to
the head.
Each cur tain airbag is fitted in the pillars
and the upper section of the passenger
compartment. In the event of a minor impact or bump
on the side of the vehicle or if the
vehicle rolls over, the airbag may not be
triggered.
In the event of a rear or front collision,
the airbag is not triggered.


Deployment

Each cur tain airbag is deployed at the same
time as the corresponding lateral airbag in the
event of a serious side impact applied to all or
par t of the side impact zone B
, perpendicular
to the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a
horizontal plane and directed from the outside
towards the inside of the vehicle.
The cur tain airbag inflates between the front or
rear occupant of the vehicle and the windows.

If this warning lamp comes on in
the instrument panel, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system
checked. The airbags may no longer
be deployed in the event of a serious
impact.



Operating fault

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Control unit



)
Check that the charging warning
lamp in the instrument panel and
the orange warning lamp in the
control unit are on fixed.
The star t of charging may be
accompanied by the noise of a fan
running. This noise is per fectly normal.
The charge may be interrupted at any
time by withdrawing the charging plug.
- Charging
: on orange.
It indicates that charging is in progress.
If it does not come on, check that the
connections are correct. If the problem
persists, contact a CITROËN or a qualified
workshop.

- Fault
: on red.
It indicates the presence of a fault. Check
that the connections are correct. If this
warning lamp does not go off, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
This has a label indicating the current
rating that your domestic power point
must be able to suppor t (16 A, 13 A
or 10 A depending on the country).
It also has three warning lamps:


- Ready
: on green.
It indicates that the electric connection has
been established. If it does not come on,
check that the connections are correct. If
the problem persists, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop. If this is not the case, charging has not
star ted; repeat the procedure, ensuring that all
connections are correct.

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As a safety measure, the motor will
not star t when the charging cable is
connected to the vehicle's socket.
Also, any attempt to star t the motor
interrupts the charging procedure. It
will then be necessary to disconnect
and reconnect the charging cable plug
to continue charging.
After charging, close the charging
socket cover and flap.
Take care to avoid the ingress of water
or dust to the socket and its cover
or the charging plug. Risk of fire or
electrocution.
After charging, do not leave the cable
connected to the electric power
point. There is a risk of shor t circuit
or electrocution if it is contacted or
immersed in water.
To optimise the ser vice life of the
main batter y, charge it completely
ever y 15 days.

For a complete charge, follow the
normal charging procedure (domestic
power point) without interruption, until it
stops automatically (charging warning
lamp off in the instrument panel).


)
The charging warning lamp in the
instrument panel goes off when charging
has finished.

)
Press the button to remove the charging
plug.

)
Refit the protective cover to the charging
cable.

)
Close the charging socket cover, then the
flap.

)
Disconnect the charging cable from the
power point.

)
Stow the charging cable in the bag
provided.


Vehicle out of use for a long
period
When your vehicle is going to be out of
use for a long period, charge the main
battery completely every three months
(following the normal charging
procedure).
Before charging, check that the
ancillaries battery is not disconnected
or discharged. If this is the case, refer
to the "ancillaries battery" section for
reconnecting or charging the battery.

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Check that the charging warning
lamp in the instrument panel is
on fixed.
Fast charging stops automatically when
the battery is around 80 % charged.
It is possible to attain a level of 100 %
charged by restar ting the procedure.
However, the time taken by this
additional charge will be relatively long,
as the charging rate is reduced. During the fast charge, the vehicle's air
conditioning may star t automatically,
if needed to cool the main battery. It is
therefore per fectly normal to hear the
noise of a fan running from outside the
vehicle and to see a puddle of water
form under the vehicle. As a safety measure, the motor will
not star t when the charging cable is
connected to the vehicle's socket.
Also, any attempt to star t the motor
interrupts the charging procedure. It
will then be necessary to disconnect
and reconnect the charging cable
plug to continue charging, following
the instructions for using the charging
station.
If the ambient temperature is below
0 °C, the charging time may be longer.
If the ambient temperature is
below -25 °C, charging may not be
possible. If this is not the case, charging has not star ted;
check the operating instructions for the
charging station.

)
The charging warning lamp in the
instrument panel goes off when charging
has finished.
Disconnect the charging cable following
the instructions for the charging terminal.

)
Close the charging socket cover and the
flap.
After charging, close the charging
socket cover and flap.
Take care to avoid the ingress of water
or dust to the socket and its cover
or the charging plug. Risk of fire or
electrocution.




Vehicle out of use for a long
period
When your vehicle is going to be
out of use for a long period, charge
the main battery completely every
three months (following the normal
charging procedure).
Before charging, check that
the ancillaries battery is not
disconnected or discharged. If this
is the case, refer to the "ancillaries
battery" section for reconnecting or
charging the battery.

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Charging the battery using
a battery charger

)
Star t the other vehicle and wait a few
minutes.

)
Turn the ignition key on your vehicle, until
the "Ready" lamp comes on.

)
Disconnect the cables in the reverse order.

)
Refit the battery protective cover and
tighten the fixing screw.


If the "Ready" lamp does not come on, proceed
as follows:


)
Leave the cables connected.

)
Return the ignition switch on your vehicle
to the " LOCK
" position.

)
Put the main battery on charge, following
the procedure for normal charging
(see "charging the main battery").

)
When the charging warning lamp in
the instrument panel comes on fixed,
disconnect the cables.

)
Leave the battery on charge for at least
one hour.

)
Turn the ignition key on your vehicle, until
the "Ready" lamp comes on.
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.



)
Remove the protective cover from the
battery.
Ensure that the electrolyte is not frozen.
Check the electrolyte level and top up
with distilled water if necessary (refer to
"checking levels" in this document).


)
Slacken nut 1
and lift off the retaining bar.

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Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed using fixed mechanical equipment.


To w i n g y o u r v e h i c l e

The towing eye is welded to the body below the
front bumper.


)
Install the towing bar.

)
Start your vehicle ("Ready" lamp on).

)
Put the drive selector in position N
.

)
Release the parking brake.

)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps on
your vehicle.

)
Have your vehicle towed for no more than
20 miles (30 km) without exceeding a
speed of 20 mph (30 km/h)
.
When towing the vehicle with the four
wheels on the ground, always use a
towing bar.
When towing with only two wheels on
the ground, use professional lifting
equipment.

Failure to follow these instructions may
cause damage to braking components
and the electric motor.








Changing a wiper
blade

Removing a front or rear
wiper blade


)
Raise the corresponding wiper arm.

)
Remove the wiper blade, sliding it towards
the outside.



Fitting a front or rear wiper
blade


)
Put the new wiper blade in place and
secure it.

)
Fold down the wiper arm carefully.



Towing another vehicle

Your vehicle cannot be used in any
circumstances to tow another vehicle.

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Accessories

A wide range of accessories and genuine par ts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and par ts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.



Conversion kits

You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to conver t a
trade vehicle to a private car and vice-versa.




"Comfort":

black armrest, reading lamp, insulated
modules, rear parking sensors, cigarette lighter,
ashtray with base...


"Transport solutions":

boot carpet, rear parcel shelf, boot dividers...


"Security and safety":

alarm, wheel security bolts, child seats,
breathalyzer, warning triangle, high visibility
vest, first aid kit, snow chains, non-slip covers...

Precautions for
washing
To avoid damaging the electrical
components, the use of a high pressure
jet wash is strictly prohibited:


- in the front compar tment (under
the bonnet),

- under the body.
For washing the body, do not use a
pressure greater than 80 bars. Check - before washing the vehicle -
that the charging flaps and the charging
socket covers (normal and fast charge)
are properly closed.
Do not wash the vehicle while the
battery is being recharged.