Citroen C-Zero (2017 year). Instruction

Practical information

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Checking components

Unless otherwise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's service schedule.
Otherwise, have them checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Passenger compartment filter

Refer to the manufacturer's
service schedule for details of the
replacement intervals for this filter.

Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, particularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to have
the condition of the brakes checked,
even between vehicle services.

Brake pads

Only use products recommended by
CITROËN or products of equivalent
quality and specifications.
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, CITROËN selects and offers
very specific products.

Parking brake

If a loss of effectiveness of this
system is noticed, the parking brake
must be checked, even between
two services.

Brake disc / drum wear

For information on checking the
brake disc or drum wear, contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

This system must be checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.

Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.

Depending on the environment (e.g. dusty
atmosphere) and the use of the vehicle
(e.g. city driving), replace it twice as often
if necessary

A dirty passenger compartment filter may have
an adverse effect on the performance of the air
conditioning system and generate undesirable
odours.

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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

F Put the new wiper blade in place and

secure it.

Fold down the wiper arm carefully.

Precautions for

washing

To avoid damaging the electrical
components, the use of a high pressure
jet wash is strictly prohibited:
- in the front compartment (under the

bonnet).

- under the body.

For washing the bodywork, 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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12 V 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 compartment and is
recharged by the main battery, during phases
of operation ("Ready" lamp on in the instrument
panel) and charging.

If the 12 V battery is discharged, it will
not be possible to start the motor and
the main battery cannot be charged.

Open the front bonnet using the interior

release lever, then the exterior safety
catch.

Secure the bonnet stay.

Slacken the nut 1.

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, in winter,
to disconnect and store the battery 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.

F 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

Connect one end of the green or black

cable to the (-) terminal of the battery on
the other vehicle B

Connect the other end the green or black

cable to the earth point C

of your vehicle.

Ensure that the electrolyte is not frozen.
Check the electrolyte level and top up
with distilled water if necessary.
For more information on Checking
levels

, refer to the corresponding

section.

Check that the battery on the other
vehicle is a 12 V battery.

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Charging the battery using
a battery charger

F Start the other vehicle and wait a

few minutes.

Turn the ignition key on your vehicle, until

the "Ready" lamp comes on.

Disconnect the cables in the reverse order.

F Refit the battery protective cover and

tighten the fixing screw.

If the "Ready" lamp does not come on, proceed
as follows:
F

Leave the cables connected.

Return the ignition switch on your vehicle

to the "LOCK

" position.

Put the main battery on charge, following

the procedure for normal charging.

When the charging warning lamp in

the instrument panel comes on fixed,
disconnect the cables.

Leave the battery on charge for at least

one hour.

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.

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.
For more information on Checking
levels

, refer to the corresponding

section.

Slacken the nut 1 and lift off the

retaining bar.

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Never charge the battery without
first disconnecting the terminals and
removing it from the vehicle.
Do not disconnect the terminals when
the "Ready" lamp is on, nor when the
vehicle is being charged.

Before disconnecting

You must wait 2 minutes after switching
off the ignition before disconnecting the
battery.

Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead. They
must be disposed of in line with legal
requirements and never put out with
household waste.
Take used batteries to an authorised
collection point.

Disconnect the (-) terminal cable.

F Lift the protective cover on

the (+) terminal 2.

Slacken the nut 3.

Disconnect the positive (+) terminal cable.

Remove the battery.

Charge the battery following the

instructions given by the manufacturer of
the battery charger.

Reconnect the battery starting with

the (+) cable.

After reconnecting

After reconnecting the battery, switch
on the ignition and wait 1 minute
before starting, to allow initialisation
of the electronic systems. However,
if minor problems persist after doing
this, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Remember to reinitialise the audio
system yourself.

Ensure that the battery terminals
are clean. If they are covered with
sulphates (whitish or greenish deposit),
disconnect and clean them.

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This kit is installed in the storage box, under the
rear seat, right-hand side.
You must therefore remove the rear seat
cushion for access to the kit.

Complete system consisting of a compressor
and a sealant cartridge which permits the
temporary repair of a tyre so that you can
drive to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which
could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.

Temporary puncture repair kit

Access to the kit

Removing the rear seat cushion

F Pull the controls A forwards to release the

two rear seat cushion locks.

Removing the metal cover

Remove the four "butterfly" screws.

Remove the metal cover.

You now have access to the repair kit.

F Lift the front of the cushion and tip it

upwards to remove it.

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12 V compressor with integral pressure

gauge, to measure and adjust the tyre
pressure.

Composition of the kit

Sealant cartridge for the temporary repair

of a tyre.

Injection pipe.

Suction pipe, to remove the sealant product

if necessary.

Sachet containing a replacement valve

core, a tool for removing/refitting the valve
core and a speed restriction sticker.

The speed restriction sticker must
be affixed to the vehicle's steering
wheel to remind you that a wheel is in
temporary use.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) when driving with a tyre
repaired using this type of kit.

Refitting the rear seat cushion

Put the metal cover back into place.

Refit the four "butterfly" screws.

Insert the metal hooks into the seat

backrest.

F Fold the seat cushion down and press to

secure the two locks.

Check that the seat cushion is locked

securely.

When refitting the cushion, take care
not to trap the seat belt buckles.

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Repair procedure

1. Sealing

Switch off the ignition.

Indicate, on the speed restriction sticker

provided, the wheel to be repaired, then fix
it to the steering wheel as a reminder that a
wheel is in temporary use.

Shake the sealant cartridge, remove the

cap and screw on the injection pipe.

Remove the valve cap for the tyre to be

repaired.

Remove the valve core using the tool

provided, and store it in a clean place.

Connect the injection pipe to the valve of

the tyre to be repaired.

Tap the sealant cartridge (top down)

several times with your hand, so as to
inject all of the product into the tyre.

Remove the injection pipe.

Refit the valve core and tighten it using the

tool provided.

Take care, this product is harmful if swallowed and causes irritation to the eyes.
Keep it out of reach of children.
The use-by date of the sealant is marked on the cartridge.
After use, do not discard the empty cartridge but take it to a CITROËN dealer or to an
authorised waste disposal site.
Do not forget to obtain a replacement cartridge; they are available from a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.

Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated into the tyre.

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2. Inflation

Check that the compressor switch A is in

the "OFF

" position.

Fully uncoil the compressor pipe B.

F Connect this pipe to the valve of the

repaired wheel.

Connect the compressor's electric plug to

the vehicle's 12 V socket (ignition switch in
position "ON" or "ACC").

Start the compressor by turning the

switch A to the "ON

" position.

Using the compressor, adjust the pressure

in accordance with the vehicle's tyre
pressure label (located in the driver's door
aperture).

A loss of pressure indicates that the
puncture has not been fully plugged;
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.

Remove the compressor and stow the kit.

Drive off straight away at reduced

speed (50 mph [80 km/h] max) limiting
the distance travelled to approximately
120 miles (200 km).

As soon as possible, go to a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
You must tell the technician that you
have used the kit. After checking, the
technician will advise you whether
the tyre can be repaired or must be
replaced.

If after around 5 to 7 minutes the
required pressure is not attained, this
indicates that the tyre is not repairable;
contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop for assistance.

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Spare wheel

Tools required

- A jack: for lifting the vehicle.
- A wheelbrace: for removing and refitting

the wheel bolts.

- A handle: for operating the jack.
These tools are not supplied with your vehicle.

Parking the vehicle

Immobilise the vehicle where it does not
block traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and not slippery.
Apply the parking brake, switch off the
ignition and put the drive selector in
position P

to lock the wheels.

If necessary, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to
be changed.
You must ensure that the occupants get
out of the vehicle and wait where they
are safe.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.

Wheel with wheel trim

When removing the wheel, first
remove the wheel trim using the
wheelbrace, by pulling at the valve hole.
When refitting the wheel, refit the
wheel trim starting by aligning the valve
hole with the valve, and then press on
the edge of the trim with the palm of
your hand.

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Extend the jack until its head comes into contact with the jacking point A or B used. The

vehicle's contact surface A or B must be engaged with the central part of the head of the jack.

Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient space between the wheel and the ground.

Slacken the bolts using the wheelbrace.

Position the foot of the jack on the ground

and ensure that it is directly below the
front A or rear B

jacking point provided on

the underbody, whichever is closest to the
wheel to be changed.

Removing a wheel

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Remove the bolts and store them in a clean

place.

Remove the wheel.

Ensure that the jack is stable. If the
ground is slippery or loose, the jack
might slip or drop - Risk of injury!
Take care to position the jack only at
one of the vehicle’s jacking points A
or B

under the vehicle, ensuring that the

contact surface of the vehicle’s jacking
point is centred on the head of the jack.
Otherwise there is a risk of damage to
the vehicle and/or that the jack might
drop - Risk of injury!

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Fitting a wheel

Put the wheel in place on the hub.

Screw in the bolts by hand.

Pre-tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.

Lower the vehicle fully.

Fold the jack and detach it.

Tighten the bolts using the wheelbrace.

After changing a wheel

Have the tightening of the bolts and the
tyre pressure of the new wheel checked
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop without delay.

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Snow chains

The snow chains must be fitted only to the rear wheels (vehicle with rear wheel drive).

It is strongly recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry surface.

Take account of the legislation in force
in your country on the use of snow
chains and the maximum running speed
authorised.

For more information on snow chains,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow, to
avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and
the road surface. If your vehicle is fitted
with alloy wheels, check that no part of
the chain or its fixings is in contact with
the wheel rim.

Advice on installation

If you have to fit the chains during a

journey, stop the vehicle on a flat surface
on the side of the road.

Apply the parking brake and position any

wheel chocks to prevent movement of your
vehicle.

Fit the chains following the instructions

provided by the manufacturer.

Move off gently and drive for a few

moments, without exceeding 30 mph
(50 km/h).

Stop your vehicle and check that the snow

chains are correctly tightened.

Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:

Original

tyre size

Maximum link

size.

175/55 R15

9 mm

145/65 R15

cannot be fitted with chains

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Changing a bulb

1.  Direction indicators (W21W - 21 W).
2.  Sidelamps (W5W - 5 W).
3.  Main beam headlamps (HB3 - 60 W).
4.  Dipped beam headlamps (H11 - 55 W).

The headlamps have polycarbonate
lenses with a protective coating:
F do not clean them using a dry

or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,

use a sponge and soapy water or a

pH neutral product,

when using a high pressure washer

on persistent marks, do not keep
the lance directed towards the
lamps or their edges for too long,
so as not to damage their protective
coating and seals.

Changing a bulb should only be done
after the headlamp has been switched
off for several minutes (risk of serious
burns).
F Do not touch the bulb directly with

your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.

It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs to avoid
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a
new bulb with the same type and
specification.

Front lamps

5. Front foglamps (H8 - 35 W).
6. Daytime running lamps

(P13W - 13 W).

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