battery Citroen C ZERO 2011 1.G User Guide
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Folding the key
Anti-theft protection
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First press button A
to fold the key.
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has a
special code. When the ignition is switched on,
this code must be recognised to permit star ting.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks the
engine management system a few moments
after the ignition is switched off and prevents
star ting of the engine by anyone who does not
have the key.
In the event of a malfunction and if your vehicle
does not start, contact a CITROËN dealer as
soon as possible.
Remote control problem
In the event of a remote control malfunction,
you can neither unlock nor lock your vehicle.
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First of all, use the key in the driver's door
lock to unlock or lock your vehicle.
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Then, contact a CITROËN dealer to check
the operation of the remote control and
replace the battery if necessary.
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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance
guidelines below:
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If the interior temperature remains very high after the vehicle has been parked in
the sun for a considerable time, first ventilate the passenger compartment for a few
minutes by opening the windows.
Place the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air in
the passenger compar tment.
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Condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of water under
the vehicle when stationary, which is per fectly normal.
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To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located in the boot.
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Use in preference the intake of exterior air as prolonged use of the air recirculation may
cause misting of the windows and side windows.
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Operate the air conditioning system for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month to keep it
in good working order.
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Ensure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly (refer to "Checks").
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To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have
it checked regularly.
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If the system does not produce cold air, do not use it and contact a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
The heating and air conditioning use
energy from the main battery. Their use
increases electrical consumption and
reduces the range of the vehicle.
Remember to switch off the heating
or air conditioning as soon as it is no
longer needed.
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Starting - stopping the vehicle
- Position 1: LOCK
The steering is locked.
- Position 2: ACC
The ancillaries (radio, 12 V socket...) can
be used.
- Position 3: ON
Ignition on.
- Position 4: START
"Ready" lamp on.
Motor ready to drive the vehicle.
Ignition switch
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Inser t the key in the ignition switch.
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Turn the key to position 4 (START)
.
Starting
Stopping
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Immobilise the vehicle.
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Place the drive selector in position P
.
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Turn the key to position 1 (LOCK)
.
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Remove the key from the ignition switch.
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Hold it in this position for a few
seconds until the " READY"
lamp
comes on accompanied by an
audible signal.
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Release the key.
The key returns automatically to
position 3 (ON)
.
Do not attach any heavy objects to the
key as this could weigh down on it when
in the ignition switch and cause a fault.
If you use the ancillaries for a prolonged
period (with the key in the ACC
position),
you risk discharging the ancillaries
battery. Starting your vehicle will then no
longer be possible. Be aware
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Courtesy lamp
Position 1 "ON"
The cour tesy lamp is permanently on.
Position 2 "●"
The cour tesy lamp comes on when opening
a door or the boot; when the door or boot is
closed again, the lighting gradually dims for a
few seconds before going off.
However, the cour tesy lamp is switched off
immediately when the doors and boot are
closed and you lock the vehicle from the inside
or using the remote control.
Position 3 "OFF"
The cour tesy lamp is permanently off.
Before leaving the vehicle, ensure that
the cour tesy lamp is not on.
If left on, it discharges the ancillaries
battery, even if the main battery is
charged or on charge.
Starting your vehicle will then no longer
be possible.
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Charging the main battery
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Pull lever 1
, located at the bottom of
the dashboard, driver's side, to open
the access flap for the normal charging
socket (right hand side of the vehicle).
Normal charging
Before connecting, check that the
power point you want to use is standard
and is compatible with the current rating
on the charging cable control unit.
In all cases, it is recommended that
your installation be checked by
a qualified electrician.
There are two types of charging: normal and
fast.
Normal charging should be used in preference;
it is done from a domestic power point.
Fast charging is done at a compatible fast
charge station.
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Apply the parking brake and put the drive
selector in position P
.
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Switch off all electrical consumers and turn
the ignition switch to the "LOCK"
position.
Always use a genuine CITROËN
charging cable.
If the ambient temperature is
below -25 °C, charging may not be
possible.
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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).
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The charging warning lamp in the
instrument panel goes off when charging
has finished.
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Press the button to remove the charging
plug.
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Refit the protective cover to the charging
cable.
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Close the charging socket cover, then the
flap.
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Disconnect the charging cable from the
power point.
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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.
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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.
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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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Ancillaries battery
All of the electrical components of your vehicle
(other than the electric motor, the heating and
the air conditioning) are powered by this 12 V
ancillaries battery.
It is located in the front compar tment and is
recharged by the main battery, during phases
of operation ("Ready" lamp on in the instrument
panel) and charging.
If the ancillaries battery is discharged,
it will not be possible to star t the
motor and the main battery cannot be
charged.
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Open the front bonnet using the interior
release lever, then the exterior safety catch.
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Secure the bonnet stay.
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Slacken nut 1
.
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Remove the battery protective cover for
access to the two terminals.
Access to the battery
Disconnecting the battery is not
recommended.
However, if the vehicle is not to be
used for a prolonged period of more
than a month, it may be necessary to
disconnect and store it to avoid the
electrolyte freezing.
After prolonged disconnection of the
battery, you must contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop to have
the electronic control unit reinitialised.
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Lift the protective cover on the (+) terminal.
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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
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Connect one end of the green or black
cable to the (-) terminal of the battery on
the other vehicle B
.
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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
"checking levels" in this document). Check that the battery on the other
vehicle is a 12 V battery.
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Charging the battery using
a battery charger
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Star t the other vehicle and wait a few
minutes.
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Turn the ignition key on your vehicle, until
the "Ready" lamp comes on.
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Disconnect the cables in the reverse order.
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Refit the battery protective cover and
tighten the fixing screw.
If the "Ready" lamp does not come on, proceed
as follows:
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Leave the cables connected.
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Return the ignition switch on your vehicle
to the " LOCK
" position.
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Put the main battery on charge, following
the procedure for normal charging
(see "charging the main battery").
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When the charging warning lamp in
the instrument panel comes on fixed,
disconnect the cables.
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Leave the battery on charge for at least
one hour.
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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.
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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).
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Slacken nut 1
and lift off the retaining bar.