electric CITROEN AMI 2021 Handbook (in English)

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Contents
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Overview
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Eco-driving
1Dashboard instrumentsInstrument panel with monochrome display screen 6
Warning and indicator lamps 6
Charge level 7
Distance recorder 7
2AccessDoors 9
Windows 9
3Ease of use and comfortDriver's seat 10
Door mirrors 10
Ventilation/Heating/Demisting 10
Interior fittings 11
Available accessories 12
4Lighting and visibilityExterior lighting 13
Direction indicators 13
Wipers/Screenwash 13
Changing a wiper blade 14
5SafetySafety - General recommendations 15
Hazard warning lamps 15
Horn 15
Seat belts 15
Child seats 16
6DrivingDriving recommendations 18
Parking brake 18
Drive selector 19
Starting/Stopping the vehicle 19
7Practical informationCharging the traction battery 21
Electric motor 23
Checking levels 23
Checks 24
Free-wheeling 25
Advice on care and maintenance 25
8In the event of a breakdownChanging a wheel 27
Changing a bulb 27
Changing a fuse 28
12 V battery 29
Towing the vehicle 33
9Technical dataElectric motor 34
Dimensions 34
Identification markings 35
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Alphabetical index

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Overview
Safety precautions -
Electric vehicles
An electric vehicle has two types of electrical
circuit:
–
vehicle traction provided by a 48 V battery
module.
–
power supply for the on-board circuit
(instrument panel, lights, ventilation/heating,
USB socket, etc.), provided by a 12
V battery

.
Precautions relating to the 48 V electrical
circuit
The components and cables which make
up the traction electrical circuit are
marked with this symbol.
The electric vehicle's charging system may become hot during use and after the
ignition is switched off.
All work on or modifications to the vehicle’s
electrical system (traction battery, cables and
other components visible from the interior or
exterior) is strictly prohibited - risk of severe
burns or electric shock (short-circuit)!
If required, call a dealer or qualified
workshop.
Precautions relating to the electrical
installation
Before any connection is made, check
that the electrical installation to be used
complies with applicable standards and is
compatible with the vehicle.
In case of doubt, contact a professional
installer.
Precautions related to vehicle cleaning
Before cleaning the vehicle, check that
the windows and doors are properly
closed.
Do not wash the vehicle while the traction
battery is being charged.
Precautions in the event of a breakdown
In the event of a complete loss of power, the
vehicle is no longer driven by the electric motor.
Quickly move the vehicle to a safe place in
accordance with all roadside safety regulations.
Immobilise the vehicle, activate the hazard
warning lamps, put on the high visibility safety
vest, leave the vehicle and find a safe place.
Call a dealer or qualified workshop as soon as
possible.
Precautions related to road accidents
In the event of an accident or impact
to the vehicle's underbody
In situations like these, the electrical circuit or
traction battery may be seriously damaged.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Apply the parking brake and switch off the
ignition.
Call a dealer or qualified workshop as soon
as possible.
In the event of exposure to a fire
Immediately exit and evacuate all
passengers from the vehicle. Never attempt
to fight the fire yourself - risk of explosion!
You must immediately contact the emergency
services, informing them that the incident
involves an electric vehicle.
Overview

1. Key for locking/unlocking doors
2. Ignition key for switching motor on/off

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Overview

3.Panoramic glass sunroof
4. 48 V traction battery
5. Electric motor
6. Integrated towing eye


7.12 V battery
8. Charging cable
Instruments and controls

1.Instrument panel with monochrome display
screen
2. Multifunction control stalk:
–
Wipers/Screenwash
– Direction indicators
– Horn
3. Smartphone rest
4. Switch panel:
–
Heating/Demisting
– V

entilation
–
Hazard warning lamps
USB socket
5. Motor start/stop switch
6. Drive selector
7. Parking brake
CARGO version

The CARGO version is an electric mobility
solution for professional use.
The passenger seat is replaced by a modular
load space bounded by:
–
a fixed vertical partition, separating the driver
and the entire load.
–
an upper movable shelf, leaving the right door
mirror visible.
The loading (e.g. mail, parcels, tools) is always
accessible from the outside as well as from the
inside by raising the upper movable shelf.
An additional closed storage compartment (e.g.
smartphone, pens, glasses) is located at the
back of the upper movable shelf.

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Eco-driving
Eco-driving
Eco-driving is a range of everyday practices
that enable you to optimise your vehicle's
consumption of electrical energy.
Optimising driving range
How much electrical energy your vehicle
consumes depends on your speed, driving style,
vehicle load and route.
Apply pressure gradually to the accelerator pedal
and maintain safe distances between vehicles.
Anticipate the need to slow down well in advance
and, where possible, brake smoothly or slow
the vehicle using engine braking with the
regenerative braking function.
Control the use of electrical equipment
Before setting off, if the passenger compartment
is too warm, cool it down by opening the
windows in order to reduce the use of the
ventilation system.
In the event of a frost, remove the ice from all
glass surfaces using a scraper in order to reduce
the use of the heating/demister function.
Comply with the servicing instructions
Check tyre pressures regularly when the tyres
are cold, referring to the label affixed to the base
of the passenger seat.
Perform this check particularly at each change of
season and after the vehicle has been stationary
for a long period.If the tyres need to be replaced, you must fit
tyres which are identical to the original ones
(size, load/speed rating, type and structure).
Ensure the vehicle is serviced regularly and
observe the schedule of service checks indicated
in the Manufacturer's service schedule.

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Safety
5Safety - General
recommendations
Do not remove the labels attached in
different places on your vehicle. They
include safety warnings as well as
identification information for the vehicle.
For any work on your vehicle, use a
qualified workshop that has the technical
information, skills and equipment required, all
of which a dealer or qualified workshop is
able to provide.
Depending on national regulations,
certain safety equipment may be
mandatory: high visibility safety vests,
warning triangles, breathalysers, spare bulbs,
spare fuses, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, etc.
Installing equipment and accessories
Fitting electrical equipment or
accessories not approved by the
Manufacturer may cause excessive power
consumption and faults in your vehicle's
electrical system. Contact a dealer or
qualified workshop for information on the
range of approved accessories.
Any modification or adaptation not intended or
authorised by the Manufacturer or carried out
without meeting the technical requirements
defined by the Manufacturer will result in the
suspension of the commercial warranty.
Hazard warning lamps



► Pressing this button causes all the direction
indicators to flash.
They can operate with the ignition off.
Horn



► Press the button located on the end of the
multifunction control stalk.
Seat belts
The seat belts are equipped with an inertia reel
which allows the strap length to automatically
adjust to your shape. The seat belt returns to its
storage automatically when it is not used.
The inertia reels are fitted with a device which
automatically locks the strap in the event of a
collision, emergency braking or if the vehicle rolls
over. It can be released by pulling the strap firmly
and then releasing it so that it reels in slightly.
Fastening
► Pull the strap, then insert the tongue into the
buckle.
►
Check that the seat belt is fastened correctly
by pulling on the strap.
Unlocking
► Press the red button on the buckle.
► Guide the seat belt as it is reeled in.
Advice
The driver must ensure that the passenger uses the seat belt correctly
and that it is securely fastened before setting
off.
The driver or passenger must always fasten
their seatbelt even for short journeys.
Before and after use, ensure that the seat belt
is reeled in correctly.

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Driving
Driving recommendations
General information
► Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
►
Monitor your environment and keep your
hands on the wheel to be able to react to
anything that may happen any time.
►
Drive smoothly, anticipate the need for
braking and maintain a longer safety distance,
especially in bad weather

.
►
Stop the vehicle to carry out operations that
require close attention (such as adjustments).
Never drive with the parking brake
applied . Risk of overheating and
damaging the braking system!
Never leave a vehicle running unattended.
If the driver must leave the vehicle, the
parking brake must be applied and N mode
selected using the drive selector.
On flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could seriously damage your
vehicle's motor and electrical systems.


If you are obliged to drive on a flooded road:
► Check that the depth of water does not
exceed 10 cm, taking account of waves that
might be generated by other users.
►
Drive as slowly as possible without stalling. In
all cases, do not exceed 6 mph (10 km/h).
► Do not stop and do not switch off the motor.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety
conditions allow

, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in any doubt about the condition of your
vehicle, consult a dealer or qualified workshop.
Electric mobility
Exterior sound environment
Pay particular attention to children, pedestrians,
cyclists and motorcyclists.
As this vehicle uses a silent means of
propulsion, these people may not be aware that
a vehicle is approaching.
In order to avoid a collision with these people,
the vehicle is fitted with a pedestrian horn.
Interior sound environment
During use, you may hear certain perfectly
normal noises specific to electric vehicles, such
as:
–
Regenerative braking.
– Traction battery relay when starting.
– Vehicle tyres or aerodynamics when driving.
Parking brake
Unlocking

► Pull the parking brake lever up slightly, press
the release button, then lower the lever fully .
If this warning lamp lights up when the
vehicle is moving, this indicates that the
parking brake is still applied or has not been fully
released.
Application
► Pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise
the vehicle.

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Driving
6When parking on a slope, turn the
wheels against the kerb and/or place a
chock behind one of the wheels, apply the
parking brake and switch off the ignition.
Drive selector

The drive selector has 3 buttons:
D. Forward (Drive)
N. Neutral
R. Reverse (Rear)
When the ignition is switched on, the instrument
panel lights up.
When the motor is switched on, N mode is
displayed on the instrument panel, along with the
READY warning lamp.
►
To move to

D or R mode, depress the brake
pedal and then press the desired button.
By default, this lamp flashes.
Do not depress the accelerator pedal
when switching to D or R mode.
Engine braking and energy recovery
The vehicle is fitted with an energy
recovery system which operates during
deceleration: regenerative braking.
This system of engine braking consists of
recovering part of the energy generated
during deceleration and feeding it back to
the traction battery in order to improve the
vehicle's driving range.
When the traction battery is fully charged
and during the first few miles/kilometres of
a journey, the regenerative braking does not
operate.
Adapt your driving style and use the brake
pedal.
Engine braking and brake pedal
The engine braking can never replace
the brake pedal.
When driving downhill, it is essential not to
exceed the maximum speed of the vehicle
and to voluntarily limit its speed by using the
brake pedal.
In order to protect the drive chain, a
slight decrease in performance may be
observed at low temperatures or during
prolonged use of maximum power.
Starting/Stopping the
vehicle
Ignition switch

1. Stop position Switching off the engine.
2. Ignition on position
Use electrical accessories.
3. Starting position Engine starting.
Starting
When the ignition is switched on, the instrument
panel lights up, all lights come on and the
steering column is unlocked.

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Practical information
Charging the traction
battery
Principle
The traction battery stores the energy needed
to operate the electric motor and the vehicle's
electrical cabin components. It is discharged
during use, and must therefore be regularly
recharged. There is no need to wait for the
traction battery to fall to its reserve level before
recharging.
The traction battery's driving range varies
according to the conditions of use: speed, driving
style, heating, load carried and road surface.
The traction battery's driving range can also
vary depending on whether the age of its
components.
Like any equipment with a lithium-ion battery,
the vehicle incorporates a protection mode to
optimise the durability of its traction battery.
Depending on the charge level and temperature
of its traction battery, power may be limited to
protect the battery cells.
This protection mode affects the maximum
speed of the vehicle at low charge level (< 20%)
and at low or high battery temperature (<
+5°C
or > +45°C).
The relief of the road, such as climbing a steep
slope, also affects the maximum speed that the
vehicle can reach.
The charging cable is permanently attached to
the vehicle. It is stored in its housing located
inside the passenger door frame under the door
latch.
The single-phase AC domestic mains power socket must be standard type E/F
16
A; load is limited to 8 A.
To charge the battery, unfurl the charging cable
fully before connecting it to the domestic power
supply

.
For a full charge, follow the charging procedure
until it stops automatically.
To interrupt the charging process at any time,
disconnect the charging cable, unlock the
passenger door and store the cable in its
housing.
Charging progress is permanently displayed on
the instrument panel.
Charging progress can also be checked
via the MyCitroën App application in
combination with the connector unit (sold
separately).
For safety reasons, the motor will not
start while the charging cable is
connected.
Fully charge the traction battery at least once
a month.
Charging temperature
For vehicles manufactured before
2020/11/23, the charging is possible at
temperatures between 0°C and +50°C.
From this date, the charging is possible at
temperatures between -5°C and +50°C.
Parking in cold wheather
When the outside temperature drops
below +5°C:
–
Park the vehicle in an enclosed area.
–Maintain a charge level of the traction
battery above 50%.
Vehicle immobilised for a long period
(more than 3 weeks)
Park the vehicle in a location that is protected
from the elements and where the temperature
is between 0°C and +40°C (exposure to
extreme temperatures can damage the
traction battery).
The charging level in the traction battery must
be around 50%.
Disconnect the connector unit.
Remove the F7-50
A fuse.
Disconnect the 12 V battery.
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Practical information
Important recommendations
Power socket
Have a professional check that the
electrical system to be used complies with
applicable standards and is compatible with
the vehicle.
Always use a correctly earthed power socket,
protected by a 30
mA

residual current device.
Always use a power socket that is protected
by a circuit-breaker appropriate for the
electrical circuit’s current rating.
Charging cable
Incorrect use of this charging cable may
result in fire, property damage and serious
injury or death by electrocution!
Never use the charging cable if it is defective
or damaged in any way (corrosion, cuts).
Never attempt to repair or open the charging
cable.
If the charging cable is defective, consult
a dealer or qualified workshop to obtain a
replacement.
Never use the charging cable with an
extension cable, a multi-plug socket, a
conversion adaptor or in a damaged power
socket.
Never immerse the charging cable in water.
Never attempt to move the vehicle using the
charging cable.
Plugging in/Unplugging
Never plug the cable into the wall socket
(or unplug it) with wet hands.
Immediately stop charging if the charging
cable or wall socket become too hot to touch.
Do not expose it to flammable vapours - Risk
of electrical arcing or sparks!
After connecting the charging cable, check
that the instrument panel switches on,
otherwise disconnect and reconnect the
charging cable.
Charging will not start if the parking brake is
not applied.
Connection
► Park the vehicle as close as possible to a
power socket.


► Apply the parking brake.► Switch off the ignition (position 1); the
READY warning lamp goes out.


► Open the passenger door.
► Pull the charging cable fully out of its
housing.
►
Close the passenger door, passing the
charging

cable through the guide hole in the door
frame and then into the handle recess.
►
Connect the charging cable to the power
socket. The instrument panel lights up.
►
Check that the charging cable is not
stretched tight.
This indicator lamp lights up on the instrument panel, along with dashes
instead of the charging time.


The remaining charging time is displayed after a
few minutes.

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Practical information
7The charge level increases slowly as charging
progresses.
When the charge is completed, the instrument
panel switches off.
Disconnection
► Disconnect the charging cable from the
power socket.
►
Open the passenger door.
► Store all of the charging cable inside its
housing.
►
Close the passenger door.
Electric motor

1. Screenwash fluid reservoir
2. Fuse box
3. 12
V battery
4. T

raction battery/48
V electrical circuit
5. Electric motor
6. Brake fluid reservoir
Checking levels
Check all of the following levels regularly in
accordance with the Manufacturer's service
schedule. Top them up if required, unless
otherwise indicated.
If a particular level has dropped significantly,
have the corresponding circuit checked by a
dealer or qualified workshop.
Fluids must comply with the
Manufacturer's recommendations.
Used products
Avoid prolonged contact of used fluids
with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to health and
very corrosive.
Do not discard used fluids into sewers
or onto the ground.
Drain used fluids into the dedicated
containers provided by dealers or qualified
workshops.
Brake fluid
Before doing any work
Switch off the ignition, apply the parking
brake, check that the instrument panel is off
and that the charging cable is not connected.
To find out how often the brake fluid should be
replaced, refer to the Manufacturer's servicing
schedule.
Removing front bumper

► Remove the 2 lower fixing screws from the
frame.
►
Remove the 2 upper access flaps from the
wings, pass an arm under the wing and lift it up.
►
Remove the 2 upper side fixing screws from
the flaps.
►
Remove the 2 lower side fixing screws from
the wheel arches.
►
Pull the bumper horizontally for about ten
centimetres until the attachment points come
away.
►
Disconnect the indicator wiring looms.
Before topping up, it is necessary to
protect the motor and its connectors in