Citroen C ZERO 2012 1.G Owners Manual

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)Lift the protective cover on the (+) terminal.

)
Connect one end of the red cable to the (+) terminal of your discharged battery A,then the other end to the (+) terminal of the battery on the other vehicle B.


Starting using a battery on
another vehicle
)
Connect one end of the green or blackcable to the (-) terminal of the battery on
the other vehicle B.) Connect the other end the green or black cable to the ear th point C
of your vehicle.



Ensure that the electrolyte is not frozen.
Check the electrolyte level and top up with distilled water if necessary (refer to the "checking levels" section in thisdocument).
Check that the battery on the other vehicle is a 12 V battery.

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Charging the battery using
a battery charger
)Star t the other vehicle and wait a fewminutes.)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.
I
f the "Ready" lamp does not come on, proceedas follows: )Leave the cables connected. )Return the ignition switch on your vehicle to
the " LOCK" position. )Put the main battery on charge, followingthe procedure for normal charging (see the"charging the main battery" section). )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 thebattery.
Ensure that the electrolyte is not frozen.Check the electrolyte level and top upwith distilled water if necessary (refer tothe "checking levels" section).
)Slacken nut 1
and lift off the retaining bar.

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Never charge the battery without first disconnecting the terminals and removing it from the vehicle.Do not disconnect the terminals whenthe "Ready" lamp is on, nor when thevehicle is being charged.
Before disconnecting
You must wait 2 minutes after switchingoff the ignition before disconnecting the battery.


Batteries contain harmful substancessuch as sulphuric acid and lead. Theymust be disposed of in line with legal requirements and never put out withhousehold waste. Ta k e used batteries to an authorisedcollection point.
)Disconnect the negative (-) terminal.)Lift the protective cover on the (+) terminal 2.)Slacken nut 3.)Disconnect the positive (+) terminal. )Remove the battery.)Charge the battery following the
instructions given by the manufacturer of
the battery charger. )Reconnect the battery starting with the (+) cable.

After reconnecting

After reconnecting the battery, switch
on the ignition and wait 1 minutebefore starting, to allow initialisation of the electronic systems. However, if minor problems persist after doingthis, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.Remember to enter the radio code yourself, referring to the relevant section.


Ensure that the battery posts and cable terminals are clean. If they are coveredwith sulphates (whitish or greenish deposit), disconnect and clean them.

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This kit is installed in the storage box, under the rear seat, right hand side.
You must therefore remove the rear seat cushion for access to the kit.
Complete system consisting of a compressor and a sealant car tridge which permits the
temporary repair of a tyre so that you can rdrive to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread or shoulder.



















Temporary puncture repair kit
Access to the kit

Removing the rear seat cushion
)
Pull the controls Aforwards to release the
rear seat cushion.


Removing the metal cover
)Remove the four "butterfly" screws. )Remove the metal cover.
You now have access to the repair kit.
)
Lift the front of the cushion and tip itupwards to remove it.

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1.12 V compressor with integral pressure gauge, to measure and adjust the tyre
pressure.
Composition of the kit
2.Sealant car tridge for the temporary repair
of a tyre.3.Injection pipe. 4.Suction pipe, to remove the sealant product
if necessary.
5.Sachet containing a replacement valve core, a tool for removing/refitting the valve core and a speed restriction sticker.



The speed restriction sticker must beaffixed to the vehicle's steering wheel toremind you that a wheel is in temporary use.

Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre repaired using this type of kit.



Refi tting the rear seat cushion
)Put the metal cover back into place. )Refit the four "butterfly" screws.)Insert the metal hooks into the seat backrest. )Fold the seat cushion down until it locks in place.



When refitting the cushion, take care not to trap the seat belt buckles.

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Repair procedure
1. Sealing
)Switch off the ignition.)Indicate on the speed restriction sticker provided, the wheel to be repaired, then fix it to the steering wheel as a reminder that a
wheel is in temporary use. )Shake the sealant car tridge, remove the cap and screw on the injection pipe.
) Remove the valve cap for the tyre to be
repaired.) Remove the valve core using the tool
provided, and store in in a clean place.
) Connect the injection pipe to the valve of
the tyre to be repaired.
)Tap the sealant car tridge (top down)several times with your hand, so as to injectall of the product into the tyre. )Remove the injection pipe.)Refit the valve core and tighten it using the
tool provided.

Take care, this product is harmful (e.g. ethylene-glycol, colophony...) if swallowed andcauses irritation to the eyes.Keep it out of reach of children. The use-by date of the sealant is marked on the car tridge.
After use, do not discard the empty cartridge but take it to a CITROËN dealer (France) or an
authorised waste disposal site. Don't forget to obtain a replacement cartridge; they are available from a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Avoid removing any foreign bodieswhich have penetrated into the tyre.

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2. Infl ation
)Check that the compressor switch A
is in
the "OFF" position. )Uncoil the compressor pipe B.
)
Connect this pipe to the valve of the
repaired wheel. )
Connect the compressor's electric plug to
the vehicle's 12 V socket (ignition switch in
position "ON" or "ACC"). ) Star t the compressor by turning the switch A
to the "ON" position.)
Using the compressor, adjust the pressure in accordance with the vehicle's tyre
pressure label (located in the driver's door
aperture).
A loss of pressure indicates that the
puncture has not been fully plugged;contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.
) Remove the compressor and stow the kit. )
Drive off straight away at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h] max) limiting
the distance travelled to approximately120 miles (200 km).



As soon as possible, go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. Tell the technician that you have used the kit. After checking, the technicianwill advise you whether the tyre can berepaired or must be replaced.


If after around 5 to 7 minutes the pressure is not attained, this indicates that the tyre is not repairable; contacta CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop for assistance.

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Changing a wheel


To o l s r equired



- A jack: for lifting the vehicle.

- A wheelbrace: for removin
g and refitting
the wheel bolts.

- A handle: for operating the jack.
These tools are not supplied with your vehicle.
Parking the vehicle

Immobilise the vehicle where it does notblock traffic: the ground must be level,stable and not slippery. Apply the parking brake, switch off the ignition and put the drive selector in
position Pto lock the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under thewheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be changed.
You must ensure that the occupants get out of the vehicle and wait where they are safe. Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a jack; use an axle stand.

Wheel with wheel trim
When removing the wheel , firstremove the wheel trim using the wheelbrace, by pulling at the valve hole.When fitting the wheel, refit the wheeltrim star ting by aligning the valve hole
with the valve, and then press on theedge of the trim with the palm of your hand.

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) Slacken the bolts using the wheelbrace. )
Place the jack in contact with one of the
two front Aor rear B locations provided on
the underbody, whichever is closest to the
wheel to be changed.

Removing the wheel
)
Using the handle, extend the jack until its base plate is in contact with the ground.
Ensure that the centreline of the jack base
plate is directly below the location A or Bused.)
Raise the vehicle until there is sufficientspace between the wheel and the ground.
)
Remove the bolts and store them in a clean place. )
Remove the wheel.

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Fitting the wheel
)Put the wheel in place on the hub. )Screw in the bolts by hand.)Pre-tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.

)
Lower the vehicle fully. )
Fold the jack and detach it.)Tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.



After changing a wheel

Have the tightening of the bolts andthe pressure of the new wheel checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop without delay.