maintenance Citroen C ZERO 2014.5 1.G Owner's Manual

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For more economical driving, and increased rangePractical advice for everyday use to optimise the range of your vehicle by conserving battery power.
Adopt a smooth driving
style
The electrical consumption of your vehicle
depends greatly on your journey, your driving
style and your speed.
In all cases, adopt a smooth driving style.
Stay in the "Eco" zone indicated in the energy
consumption / generation meter: depress
the accelerator pedal progressively, without
sudden movement, and if the conditions permit,
drive at steady and moderate speed.
Recover energy
Anticipating the driving conditions allows you
to recover energy and increase the range of
your
vehicle.
Use the "Charge" zone of the energy
consumption
/ generation meter whenever
possible: anticipate the traffic slowing
down and if the the conditions permit, use
deceleration rather than the brakes.
Control the use of your
electrical equipment
The heating and air conditioning systems
operate on energy from the main battery.
Excessive use of these systems greatly
reduces the range of your vehicle. Remember
to switch them off once the desired level of
comfort is reached and check their settings
every time you set off.
Control also the use of demisting
/ defrosting
and the heated seat.
Limit the causes of excess
consumption
As with any vehicle, limit the loads carried
in the vehicle and reduce wind resistance
(windows open above 30 mph (50 km/h), roof
bars, roof box, …).
Observe the recommendations
on maintenance
Check the tyre pressures regularly and
follow the schedule for routine servicing
recommended by CITROËN.
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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance
guidelines below:
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f 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.
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lace the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air in
the passenger compartment.
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ondensation 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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o 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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se 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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perate 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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nsure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly (refer to "Checks").
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o ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have
it checked regularly.
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f 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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TOTAL and CITROËN personnel combine their
talents to optimise the efficient use of energy and
reduce the impact on the environment.
The partnership 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
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Technical data - Maintenance
Front compartment 124
Checking levels 1 26 -127
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a
ncillaries battery
electrolyte
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b
rake fluid
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h
eating system fluid
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creenwash fluid
Chec ks
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Changing front
b u l b s
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Ancillaries battery

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3 -96 Opening the bonnet

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Electric motor

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29Weights
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0
Rear compartment

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Checking the coolant level
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Front compartment f u s e s
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4 , 117-118 Dimensions
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Identification markings
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