boot Citroen C3 PICASSO RHD 2012.5 1.G User Guide

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This comes on automatically when the boot is
opened and goes off automatically when the boot is closed.
Torch
This is a removable lamp, fitted in the side of
the boot, which can be used to illuminate the boot or as a torch.




Boot lamp

Use
)
Extract the torch from its location by pullingit from the front.)
Press the switch, located on the back, to switch the torch on or off. )
Unfold the suppor t, located on the back, toset down and raise the torch; for example,
when changing a wheel.



Storing
)
Put the torch back in place in its locationstarting with the rear.
If you have forgotten to switch off the torch,
this switches it off automatically.
It the torch is not engaged correctly, it may notcharge and may not come on when the boot is opened.

Operation
This torch operates with NiMH typerechargeable batteries.
It has a batter
y life of approximately 45 minutes and charges while you are driving.
The lighting time varies according to the circumstances:
- when the ignition is off, approximatelyten minutes,

- in energy economy mode, approximately thirty seconds,
- when the engine is running, no limit.
Obser ve the polarities when fitting the batteries.Never replace the rechargeable batteries with single-use batteries.

Fittings
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) Lower the storage shelf. )
Press the flap opening control. )
Lower the flap. )
Check that the adjustable boot floor is in
the high position.) Load the objects from inside the boot.


Ski flap

Device for storing and transporting long
objects.
When unfolded, this provides a stora
ge area split into 2 sections, completing the storagespaces available at the rear of the vehicle.
Storage tray

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Boot fi ttings
1.
Storage net on right-hand boot trim. 2.Open storage compar tments.3.Torch. 4.
Adjustable boot floor.
5. Carrier bag hook.
6.Securing rings. 7. Storage area under boot carpet.8.Rear parcel shelf.

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2-position adjustable boot
The two-position adjustable boot floor allows you to:
- maximise the volume of the boot,
- par tition the boot
(stowing the rear shelf...),
- obtain a flat floor from the boot opening to
the front seats, when the rear bench seat isin the folded and fully back position.

Placing the adjustable boot fl oor in the low position
)
Lift the adjustable boot floor by pulling on
the strap.) Move the adjustable boot floor rear wards
and then down, following the guides on
the sides.



Placing the adjustable boot fl oor in the high position
)Lift the adjustable boot floor by pulling the strap.)Move the adjustable boot floor rearwards
then up to its high position.
In the high position, the adjustable boot floor
allows stowing of the rear parcel shelf and
fragile objects.
The ad
justable boot floor is fitted with four stowing rings to secure your loads using the net
available as an accessory.
Ensure that your boot is empty beforehandling the adjustable boot floor.

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Fittings
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Hooks
The hooks can be used to hold shopping bags.
2-panel rear parcel shelf
The rear section is attached to the tailgate bytwo cords.
Removing the shelf
From the boot: )
unhook the two cords,)
pull the shelf towards you to unclip it, )
lift the shelf to remove it.


Refi tting the shelf
From the boot:)
position the shelf so that the two notches
are directly above the fixing pins, ) push the shelf towards the inside of the
vehicle to clip it in place,
) attach the two cords.
It can be stored under the ad
justable boot floor,if this is in its high position.

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3-panel rear parcel shelf
The front section is flexible, and the central andrear sections are rigid. The rear section is secured to the tailgate by
two cords.
Removing the shelf
From the boot: )unhook the two cords, )gently lift up the shelf to unclip it, )remove the shelf.

Refi tting the shelf
From the boot:)
position the shelf so that the two notches
are directly above the fixing pins, ) press gently on the shelf to clip it in place, )
attach the two cords.


It can be stored under the ad
justable boot floor,
if this is in its high position.

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Temporary puncture repair kit
Description of the kit
A.
"Sealant" or "Air" position selector.
B. On "I"
/ off "O"
switch. C.
Deflation button. D.
Pressure gauge (in bar or p.s.i.).E.
Compartment housing:


- a cable with adaptor for 12 V socket,

- various inflation adaptors for
accessories, such as balls, bicycle
t
yres...F
.Sealant car tridge. G.White pipe with cap for repair.
H. Black pipe for inflation. I.
Speed limit sticker.

Access to the kit

This kit is installed in the storage box, under the boot floor.


The speed limit sticker I
must be affixedto the vehicle's steering wheel to remind 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.

Complete s
ystem consisting of a compressor
and a sealant car tridge which permits 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.

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Changing a wheel
The tools are installed under the boot floor.
For access to them:)open the boot, )remove the boot floor, )lift up the boot carpet, )remove the box containing the tools, )remove the polystyrene storage box.

Other accessories
5.
Removable towing eye.
Refer to the paragraph "Towing the vehicle".
Access to the tools
Procedure for changing a faulty wheel for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.


List of tools

All of these tools are specific to your vehicle. Do not use them for other purposes.
1.Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and removing
the wheel fixing bolts. 2. Jack with integral handle.
For raising the vehicle. 3. "Bolt cover" tool.
For removing the bolt protectors (covers)on alloy wheels. 4.Socket for the security bolts (located in theglove box).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special "security" bolts (if your vehicle has them).

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Wheel with trim
When removing the wheel
, firstdetach the trim using the wheelbrace 1pulling at the valve passage hole. When refitting the wheel
, refit the trim starting by placing its notch facing the valve and press around its edge withthe palm of your hand.

Access to the spare wheel
The spare wheel is installed in the boot under
the floor.
According to country, the spare wheel may be steel or of the "space-saver" type.
For access to it, refer to the paragraph "Access
to tools" on the previous page.
Fitting the steel or "space-saver" type sparewheel

If your vehicle is fitted with alloy wheels, it is normal to notice, when tightening the bolts on fitting, that the washers donot come into contact with the steel or "space-saver" type spare wheel. Thewheel is secured by the conical contactof each bolt.

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Taking out the wheel
)Unscrew the yellow central bolt, andremove it.)Raise the spare wheel towards you from
the rear.)Take the wheel out of the boot.
Putting the wheel back in place
)
Put the wheel back in its housing. )
Refit the yellow central bolt in the centre of
the wheel. ) Tighten fully until the central bolt clicks to
retain the wheel correctly.
)Put the polystyrene storage box back inplace. )Put the box back in place and clip it.