Citroen C ZERO 2011 1.G Owner's Manual
Manufacturer: CITROEN, Model Year: 2011, Model line: C ZERO, Model: Citroen C ZERO 2011 1.GPages: 164, PDF Size: 8.98 MB
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Access to the fuses
)
Open the bonnet (refer to the "Checks"
section),
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Unclip the cover and remove it completely
by pulling towards you.
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Change the fuse (refer to the
corresponding paragraph).
)
When you have finished, close the cover
carefully to ensure sealing of the fusebox.
Fuse N°
Rating
Functions
11
10 A
On-board charger.
12
10 A
Direction indicator.
13
10 A
Horn.
14
10 A
Daytime running lamps.
15
15 A
Battery fan.
16
10 A
Air conditioning compressor.
17
20 A
Right hand dipped beam.
18
20 A
Left hand dipped beam, headlamp adjusters.
19
10 A
Right hand main beam.
20
10 A
Left hand main beam.
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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.
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Install the towing bar.
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Start your vehicle ("Ready" lamp on).
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Put the drive selector in position N
.
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Release the parking brake.
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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.
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"Protection":
vehicle cover, translucent bumper protectors,
side rubbing strips...
"Multimedia":
audio systems, speed camera warning,
universal solar charger...
The fitting of electrical equipment
or accessories which are not
recommended by CITROËN may result
in a failure of your vehicle's electronic
system and excessive electrical
consumption.
Please note this precaution. You
are advised to contact a CITROËN
representative to be shown the range
of recommended equipment and
accessories.
Installation of radio
communication
transmitters
Before installing any after-market radio
communication transmitter, you can
contact a CITROËN dealer for the
specification of transmitters which can
be fitted (frequency, maximum power,
aerial position, specific installation
requirements), in line with the Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/EC).
Depending on the legislation in force
in the country, it may be compulsory
to have a high visibility safety vest,
warning triangle and spare bulbs and
fuses available in the vehicle.
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TOTAL & CITROËN
TOTAL and CITROËN personnel combine their
talents to optimise the efficient use of energy and
reduce the impact on the environment.
The par tnership between our two groups, which
is on an international scale, does not merely
amount to the supply and maintenance of
vehicles to the public: our positions as industrial
leaders allow us to meet the environmental
challenges of today and of tomorrow.
To provide ecologically responsible mobility to
everyone is more than our motor, it is our passion.
Innovation is on the way, the future of
the
automobile
depends on it; we will meet
it together.
prefers
PARTNERS IN THE FUTURE OF
THE AUTOMOBILE
CITROËN
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Bonnet
Protects the components in the front compar tment and provides access for checking levels, recharging the 12 V ancillaries battery, changing fuses, ...
)
Push the exterior safety catch B
to the left
and raise the bonnet.
)
Open the bonnet fully and on the right,
unclip the stay C
from its holder.
)
Fit the stay C
in one of the two notches
to hold the bonnet open.
)
Open the front right door.
)
Pull the interior release lever A
, located at
the bottom of the door aperture.
Opening
Closing
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Take the stay out of the suppor t notch.
)
Clip the stay in its housing.
)
Lower the bonnet and release it at the end
of its travel.
)
Pull on the bonnet to check that it is fully
latched.
Do not press down on the middle of
the bonnet if it does not fully close, as
there is a risk of deforming it. Open
the bonnet fully and close it again.
The location of the interior release lever
prevents opening of the bonnet while
the front right door is closed.
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1.
Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2.
Heater fluid reser voir.
3.
Brake fluid reser voir.
4.
Ancillaries battery.
5.
Fusebox.
Front compartment
To avoid damaging electrical
components, the use of a high pressure
jet washer in the front compar tment is
strictly prohibited.
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Rear compartment
Located under the boot floor, this compar tment gives access to the cooling system reser voir.
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Open the boot.
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Detach the carpet retaining adhesive strip.
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Remove the boot carpet.
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Remove the four "butter fly" screws.
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Remove the protective cover.
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Check the coolant level and top up if
necessary (see following pages).
When working in this compar tment,
you must observe the safety
recommendations on the labels.
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Checking levels
Check all of these levels regularly and top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Never do anything in the compar tments
when the "Ready" lamp is on or when
your vehicle is being charged.
Take care when carrying out checks
in the front and rear compar tments as
some par ts of the compar tments can be
very hot (risk of burns): wait at least one
hour after stopping the motor or the end
of the charging procedure before
carrying out any work.
Brake fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the "MIN" and "MA X"
marks. If it is not, check the brake
pad wear.
Changing the fl uid
Refer to the servicing booklet for details of
the interval for this operation.
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations and meet
the DOT4 standard.
Front compartment
Heating system fluid level
Changing the fl uid
The fluid does not have to be changed.
Fluid specifi cation
The fluid must conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
The level of this fluid should be between the "L"
MIN and "F" MA X marks.
Screenwash fluid level
Top up the level when necessary.
Fluid specifi cation
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing,
this fluid must not be topped up or replaced
with plain water.
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The coolant level should be between
the MIN "L" and MA X "F" marks.
Coolant level
Avoid prolonged contact of used fluids
with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to
health and some are very corrosive.
Do not discard used fluids into sewers
or onto the ground.
Take used fluids to a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop (France) or to
an authorised waste disposal site.
Used products
Rear compartment
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be changed.
Coolant specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
As the cooling system is pressurised, wait at
least one hour after switching off the motor and/
or the end of the charge cycle before carrying
out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop.
When the pressure has dropped, remove
the cap and top up the level.
Ancillaries battery
electrolyte level
Remove the battery protective cover to check
this level (see § "ancillaries battery").
The electrolyte level should be between
the MIN "LOWER LEVEL" and MA X "UPPER
LEVEL".
If necessary, top up using distilled water by
removing the individual battery caps.
Check the electrolyte level at least once
per month.