Citroen C ZERO 2015 1.G User Guide
Manufacturer: CITROEN, Model Year: 2015, Model line: C ZERO, Model: Citroen C ZERO 2015 1.GPages: 176, PDF Size: 5.21 MB
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Instrument panelPanel bringing together the various gauges and indicators for the operation of the vehicle.
1.
St
ate of charge indicator for the main
battery.
Dr
ive selector position indicator.
2.
En
ergy consumption / generation
indicator.
3.
Sp
eedometer
4.
Sc
reen. A.
To
tal distance recorder.
B.
Tr
ip distance recorder (Trip A or B).
C.
In
strument panel lighting dimmer.
D.
Di
stance remaining to the next service.
E.
Ti
me remaining to the next ser vice.
F.
Und
er-inflation detection.
G.
Re
maining range.
5.
Sc
reen control button.
Di
splay the various functions in turn.
Re
set the function selected (trip recorder
or service indicator).
Ad
just the level of instrument lighting.
For more information, refer to the
corresponding section.
Gauges and indicatorsScreen
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Indicator and warning lamps
Visual indicators informing the driver that a
system is in operation, is deactivated or has
a
f
ault.Associated warnings
The illumination of certain warning lamps may
be accompanied by an audible signal.
The warning lamps may come on continuously
(fixed) or flash.
Certain warning lamps may come on in
one of two modes. Only by relating the
type of lighting to the operating status
of the vehicle can it be ascertained
whether the situation is normal or
whether a fault has occurred.
When the ignition is switched on
Certain warning lamps come on for a few seconds
when the vehicle's ignition is switched on.
These same warning lamps go off after a few
seconds.
If you notice one of these warning lamps
remaining on, refer to the information on the
warning lamp in question.
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Operation indicator lamps
If one of the following indicator lamps comes on in the instrument panel, this confirms that the corresponding system has come into operation.Warning
/
indicator lamp State Cause Action
/
Observations
Left-hand
direction
indicato r Flashing with audible
signal.
The lighting stalk is pushed down.
Right-hand
direction
indicator Flashing with audible
signal.
The lighting stalk is pushed up.
Hazard warning
lamps Flashing with audible
signal. The hazard warning lamps switch,
located on the dashboard, has been
operated. The left-hand and right-hand direction indicators and
their associated indicator lamps flash simultaneously.
Sidelamps and/
or dipped beam
headlamps On fixed.
The sidelamps and/or dipped beam
headlamps are on.
Front foglamps On fixed. The front foglamps are switched on. Turn the ring on the stalk rear wards twice to switch off
the front foglamps.
Rear foglamp On fixed. The rear foglamp is switched on. Turn the ring on the stalk rear wards to switch off the
rear foglamp.
Main beam
headlamps
On fixed.
The lighting stalk is pulled towards
you. Pull the stalk to return to dipped beam headlamps.
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Warning / indicator lampStateCause Action / Observations
Ready
(ready to move
off) On fixed,
accompanied by an
audible signal when it
comes on. The vehicle is ready to move off and
you can press the accelerator.
The illumination period corresponds to the powering-up
of the vehicle.
Parking brake On fixed. The parking brake is applied or not
properly released. Release the parking brake to switch off the warning
lamp, keeping your foot on the brake pedal.
Observe the safety recommendations.
For further information on the parking brake, refer to
the "Driving" section.
Main batter y
charge (normal
or fast) On fixed.
The main battery is on charge. On completion of the charge, the lamp goes off.
Flashing. The charging cable is connected to
the vehicle but the main battery is not
yet charging. Check the connection of the charging cable.
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Deactivation indicator lamps
Warning / indicator lampStateCause Action / Observations
Passenger's
airbag system On fixed, on the
centre console. The control switch, located in the
glove box, is set to the OFF
position.
The passenger's front airbag is
deactivated. Set the control switch to the ON
position to activate
the passenger's front airbag. In this case, do not fit a
child seat in the rear-facing position.
Remember to check the state of the control switch
before starting your vehicle.
ESP/ASR On fixed. The ESP/ASR off switch, located at
the bottom of the dashboard (driver's
side) is activated.
The ESP/ASR is deactivated.
ESP: electronic stability programme.
ASR: anti-slip regulation. Press the button to activate the ESP/ASR.
The ESP/ASR system is automatically activated on
starting the vehicle.
If one of the following indicator lamps comes on, this confirms that the corresponding system has been switched off intentionally.
This is may be accompanied by an audible signal.
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Warning lamps
Warning / indicator lampStateCause Action / Observations
Braking On fixed. The braking system fluid level has
dropped significantly.
or
Braking assistance system fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid listed by CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system checked
by a CITROËN dealer or qualified workshop.
+ On fixed, associated
with the ABS warning
lamp.The electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD) system has a fault.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Anti-lock
Braking System
(ABS) On fixed.
The anti-lock braking system has a
fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without
d e l ay.
When the engine is running or the vehicle is being driven, illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which requires action on
the part of the driver.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated further.
If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Electronic
stability
programme
and anti-slip
regulation (ESP/
ASR)Flashing.
Activation of the ESP/ASR systems. The systems optimise traction and improve the
directional stability of the vehicle.
Adapt your driving and moderate your speed.
On fixed. Fault in the ESP/ASR systems. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
+
Door(s) open On fixed,
accompanied by an
audible signal. A door or the boot is still open. Close the door or boot.
Ancillaries
battery charge
On fixed.
The ancillaries battery charging
circuit has a fault (dirty or loose
terminals, slack, transformer fault, ...). The warning lamp should go off when the motor is
started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or
qualified workshop.
Electric power
steering
On fixed.
The electric power steering has a
fault. Drive carefully at reduced speed.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Warning
/
indicator lamp
State Cause Action
/
Observations
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Warning / indicator lampStateCause Action / Observations
Front seat belt
not fastened
/
un
fastened On fixed, then
flashing, accompanied
by an audible signal. The driver and/or the front passenger
has not fastened or has unfastened
their seat belt. Pull the strap, then insert the tongue in the buckle.
Right hand
rear seat belt
unfastened On fixed.
The right hand rear passenger has
unfastened their seat belt.
Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.
Left hand
rear seat belt
unfastened On fixed.
The left hand rear passenger has
unfastened their seat belt.
Under-inflation
fixed. The tyre pressure for one or more
wheels is too low. Check the tyre pressures as soon as possible.
This check should preferably be done with the tyres
cold.
You must reinitialise the system after every adjustment
of one or more tyre pressures and after replacing one
or more wheels.
For more information refer to the "Under-inflation
detection" section.
flashing then fixed. The system has a fault and/or one or more wheels does not have a
detected sensor. The tyre pressures are no longer monitored.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
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AirbagsOn temporarily. When you switch on the ignition, this
warning lamp comes on for a few
seconds, then goes off. If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
On fixed. Fault with one of the airbag or seat
belt pretensioner systems. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Protection
system for the
main battery On fixed.
The state of charge of the main
battery is too low or the temperature
of the main battery is too low... The power from the motor is limited.
Charge the main battery as soon as possible.
If the warning lamp does not go off, contact a
CITROËN dealer or qualified workshop.
Self-diagnosis
system of the
main electrical
circuit On fixed.
Fault in the main electrical circuit. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Warning
/
indicator lamp
State Cause Action
/
Observations
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Main battery state of charge indicator
Display
Four successive alerts indicate that the energy
available in the main battery is dropping to a
low level:
-
2 ba
rs of the state of charge gauge in the
instrument panel, on and flashing: starting
to use the reserve.
-
Th
e last bar in the state of charge gauge
flashing.
-
Th
e last bar disappears: display of the
range disappears; the heating and air
conditioning are switched off.
Low energy alerts
- Display of this warning lamp in
t he instrument panel: progressive
reduction in the power available
from the motor.
The state of charge of the main battery is
displayed continuously in the instrument panel.
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