Citroën C4 (2022 year). Manual in english - page 9

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The blue lines 

1

 represent the width of your 

vehicle, with the mirrors unfolded; their direction 

changes according to the position of the steering 

wheel.

The red line 

2

 represents a distance of 30 cm 

from the rear bumper; the two blue lines 

3

 and 

4

 

represent 1 m and 2 m, respectively.

This view is available with AUTO mode or in the 

view selection menu.

Zoom view

 

 

The camera records the vehicle's surroundings 

during the manoeuvre in order to create a 

view from above the rear of the vehicle in its 

near surroundings, allowing the vehicle to be 

manoeuvred around nearby obstacles.

This view is available with AUTO mode or in the 

view selection menu.

Obstacles may appear further away than 

they actually are.

It is important to monitor the sides of the 

vehicle during the manoeuvre, using the 

mirrors.

Parking sensors also provide additional 

information about the area around the vehicle.

180° view

 

 

The 180° view facilitates reversing out of a 

parking space, making it possible to see the 

approach of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.

This view is not recommended for carrying out a 

complete manoeuvre.

It features 3 areas: left 

A

, centre 

B

 and right 

C

.

This view is only available via the view selection 

menu.

360 vision

The vehicle has a camera at the front

, fitted in 

the grille, and a camera at the rear, located close 

to the number plate lamps.

Using these cameras, the system displays the 

vehicle's near surroundings on the touch screen, 

offering views from the rear of the vehicle (rear 

vision) when reverse gear is engaged and views 

from the front of the vehicle (front vision) when 

the gearbox is in neutral or a gear is engaged.

Rear vision

 

 

The system activates automatically when 

reverse gear is engaged.

The system is deactivated:

–  Automatically, at speeds above approximately 

12 mph (20 km/h),

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–  when shifting out of reverse (the rear view 

image is replaced by the front view image after 

7 seconds).

–  By pressing the white arrow in the upper-left 

corner of the touch screen.

If a trailer or a bicycle carrier is fitted to 

the towball, the area behind the vehicle 

on the view from above goes dark.

The surroundings are reconstructed by the 

front camera only.

The rear vision views are similar to those for the 

Top Rear Vision function.

For more information on the 

Top Rear 

Vision

 function, refer to the corresponding 

section.

Front and rear vision

 

 

With the engine running and the speed 

below 12 mph (20 km/h), the system is 

activated via the 

Driving/Vehicle

 touch screen 

menu:

►  Select "

Visual parking assistance

".

AUTO mode is displayed by default, with front 

vision, if the gearbox is in neutral or with a 

gear engaged, or with rear vision, if reverse is 

engaged.

The system is deactivated:

–  Automatically above about 19 mph (30 km/h) 

(the image disappears temporarily from 12 mph 

(20 km/h)).

–  By pressing the white arrow in the upper-left 

corner of the touch screen.

AUTO mode

 

 

This mode is activated by default.

Using sensors in the front bumper, the automatic 

view changes from the front view (standard) to 

the view from above (zoom) as an obstacle is 

approached during a manoeuvre.

Standard view

 

 

The area in front of your vehicle is displayed on 

the screen.

The orange lines 

1

 represent the width of your 

vehicle, with the mirrors unfolded; their direction 

changes according to the position of the steering 

wheel.

The red line 

2

 represents a distance of 30 cm 

from the front bumper; the two orange lines 

3

 

and 

4

 represent 1 m and 2 m, respectively.

This view is available with AUTO mode or in the 

view selection menu.

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Zoom view

 

 

The camera records the vehicle's surroundings 

during the manoeuvre in order to create a 

view from above the front of the vehicle in its 

near surroundings, allowing the vehicle to be 

manoeuvred around obstacles nearby.

This view is available with AUTO mode or in the 

view selection menu.

Obstacles may appear further away than 

they actually are.

It is important to check the sides of the 

vehicle during the manoeuvre, using the 

mirrors.

The parking sensors also supplement the 

information on the vehicle's surroundings.

180° view

 

 

The 180° view assists with exiting from a parking 

space in forward gear, making it possible to 

see the approach of vehicles, pedestrians and 

cyclists.

This view is not recommended for carrying out a 

complete manoeuvre.

It consists of 3 areas: left 

A

, centre 

B

 and right 

C

.

This view is available only from the view 

selection menu.

Park Assist

For more information, refer to the 

General recommendations on the use 

of driving and manoeuvring aids

.

This system provides active parking assistance: 

it detects a parking space and then steers in the 

appropriate direction to park in the space while 

the driver controls the driving direction, gear 

changes, acceleration and braking.

To help the driver monitor the manoeuvre, the 

system automatically triggers the display from 

the Top Rear Vision or 360 vision function and 

activates the parking sensors.

The system measures the available parking 

spaces and calculates the distances to obstacles 

using ultrasonic sensors built into the front and 

rear bumpers of the vehicle.

 

 

The system assists with the following 

manoeuvres:

A.

Entering a "parallel" parking space

B.

Leaving a "parallel" parking space

C.

Entering a "bay" parking space

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Operation

►  When approaching a parking area, reduce 

the speed of your vehicle to 19 mph (30 km/h) 

or less.

Activating the function

The function is activated in the 

Vehicle/

Driving

 touch screen menu.

Select "

Park Assist

".

Activating the function deactivates the 

Blind spot monitoring system.

You can deactivate the function at any 

time until the parking space entry or exit 

manoeuvre begins, by pressing the arrow 

located in the top left-hand corner of the 

display page.

Selecting the type of manoeuvre

 

 

A manoeuvre selection page is displayed on the 

touch screen: by default, the "Entry" page if the 

vehicle has been running since the ignition was 

switched on, otherwise, the "Exit" page.

►  Select the type and side of the manoeuvre to 

activate the parking space search.

The selected manoeuvre can be changed at 

any time, even while searching for an available 

space.

This indicator lamp comes on to confirm 

the selection.

Parking space search

►  You should drive at a distance of between 

0.50 m and 1.50 m from the row of parked 

vehicles, without ever exceeding 19 mph 

(30 km/h), until the system finds an available 

space.

The parking space search stops over this limit. 

The function automatically deactivates once the 

vehicle speed exceeds 31 mph (50 km/h).

For ''parallel'' parking, the space must at 

a minimum be equal to the length of your 

vehicle plus 0.60 m.

For ''bay'' parking, the width of the space 

must be equal to the width of your vehicle 

plus 0.70 m.

If the parking sensors function has been 

deactivated in the 

Driving

/

Vehicle

 menu 

of the touch screen, it will be automatically 

reactivated when the system is activated.

 

 

When the system finds an available space, "

OK

" 

is displayed on the parking view, accompanied 

by an audible signal.

Preparing for the manoeuvre

►  Move very slowly until the request to stop 

the vehicle is displayed: "

Stop the vehicle

", 

accompanied by the "

STOP

" sign and an audible 

signal.

Once the vehicle has stopped, an instructions 

page is displayed on the screen.

►  To prepare for the manoeuvre, follow the 

instructions. 

The start of the manoeuvre is indicated by 

the message "

Manoeuvre under way

", 

accompanied by an audible signal.

Reversing is indicated by this message: 

"

Release the steering wheel, reverse

".

The Top Rear Vision or Vision 360 function 

and the parking sensors are automatically 

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activated to help you monitor your vehicle's close 

surroundings during the manoeuvre.

During the manoeuvre

The system controls the vehicle’s steering.  It 

gives instructions on the manoeuvring direction 

when starting "parallel" entry and exit parking 

manoeuvres, and for all "bay" entry manoeuvres.

These instructions are displayed as a symbol 

accompanied by a message:

"Reverse". 

“Go forwards". 

The manoeuvring status is indicated by these 

symbols:

Manoeuvre in progress (green). 

Manoeuvre cancelled or finished (red) 

(the arrows indicate that the driver must 

resume control of the vehicle).

The maximum speeds during manoeuvres are 

indicated by these symbols:

7

5 mph or 7 km/h, for parking space entry. 

5

3 mph or 5 km/h, for parking space exit. 

During manoeuvring phases, the steering 

wheel performs rapid turns: do not hold 

the steering wheel or put your hands between 

the spokes of the steering wheel. Watch out 

for any objects that could interfere with the 

manoeuvre (loose clothing, scarf, tie, etc.). 

Risk of injury!

It is the driver's responsibility to constantly 

monitor the traffic, especially vehicles coming 

towards you.

The driver should check that no objects or 

people are obstructing the vehicle’s path.

The images from the camera(s) 

displayed on the touch screen may be 

distorted by the terrain.

In shady areas, or in inadequate sunlight 

or lighting conditions, the image may be 

darkened and with lower contrast.

The manoeuvre can be permanently interrupted 

at any time, either by the driver or automatically 

by the system.

Interruption by the driver:

–  taking over control of the steering.

–  activating the direction indicator lamps on the 

opposite side to that of the manoeuvre.

–  unfastening the driver's seat belt.

–  switching off the ignition.

Interruption by the system:

–  vehicle exceeding the speed limit of 

5 mph (7 km/h) during parking space entry 

manoeuvres, or 3 mph (5 km/h) during parking 

space exit manoeuvres.

–  activation of anti-slip regulation on a slippery 

road.

–  opening of a door or the boot.

–  engine stall.

–  system malfunction.

–  after 10 manoeuvres to enter or exit a parallel 

parking space and after 7 manoeuvres to enter a 

parking bay.

Interrupting the manoeuvre automatically 

deactivates the function.

The manoeuvre symbol is displayed in red, 

accompanied by the "

Manoeuvre cancelled

" 

message on the touch screen.

A message prompts the driver to take back 

control of the vehicle.

The function is deactivated after a few 

seconds; this indicator lamp goes off and 

the function returns to the initial display.

End of the parking space entry or exit 

manoeuvre

The vehicle stops as soon as the manoeuvre is 

completed.

The manoeuvre symbol is displayed in red, 

accompanied by the message "

Manoeuvre 

completed

" on the touch screen.

When the function is deactivated, this 

indicator lamp goes off, accompanied by 

an audible signal.

When entering a parking space, the driver may 

be required to complete the manoeuvre.

Operating limits

–  The system may suggest an inappropriate 

parking space (parking prohibited, work in 

progress with damaged road surface, location 

alongside a ditch, etc.).

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–  The system may indicate that a space has 

been found but will not offer it because of a fixed 

obstacle on the opposite side of the manoeuvre, 

which would not allow the vehicle to follow a 

trajectory required for parking.

–  The system may indicate that a space has 

been found but the manoeuvre will not be 

triggered, because the width of the lane is 

insufficient.

–  The system is not designed for performing the 

parking manoeuvre on a sharp bend.

–  The system does not detect spaces that 

are much larger than the vehicle itself or that 

are delimited by obstacles that are too low 

(pavements, studs, etc.) or too thin (trees, posts, 

wire fences, etc.).

–  If the boot is heavily loaded, the tilt of the 

vehicle towards the rear may interfere with the 

distance measurements.

Do not use the function under the 

following exterior conditions:

–  Alongside a soft shoulder (e.g. ditch) or 

quay or on the edge of a drop.

–  When the road surface is slippery (e.g. ice).

If any of the following malfunctions 

occurs, do not use the system:

–  If a tyre is under-inflated.

–  If one of the bumpers is damaged.

–  If one of the cameras is faulty.

If the vehicle has undergone any of the 

following modifications, do not use the 

function:

–  When carrying an object extending beyond 

the dimensions of the vehicle (ladder on the 

roof bars, bicycle carrier on the tailgate, etc.).

–  With a non-approved towball in place.

–  With snow chains fitted.

–  When driving on a small-diameter or 

"space-saver" type spare wheel.

–  When the wheels fitted are a different size 

from the original ones.

–  After modifying one or both bumpers 

(added protection).

–  If the sensors have been repainted other 

than by the CITROËN dealer network.

–  With sensors not approved for the vehicle.

Malfunctions

When the function is not activated, this 

indicator lamp will flash briefly and an 

audible signal will be emitted to indicate a 

system malfunction.

If the malfunction occurs while the system is in 

use, the warning lamp goes off.

If the parking sensor malfunction occurs 

during use, indicated by this warning lamp 

coming on and the display of a message, it 

causes the function to deactivate.

In the event of a malfunction, have the system 

checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop.

In the event of a power steering 

malfunction, this warning lamp is 

displayed on the instrument panel, accompanied 

by a warning message.

You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. 

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop.

 

 

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Compatibility of fuels

 

 

Petrol fuels conforming to the EN228 standard 

containing up to 5% and 10% ethanol 

respectively.

 

 

Diesel fuels conforming to the EN590, EN16734 

and EN16709 standards and containing up to 

7%, 10%, 20% and 30% fatty acid methyl ester 

respectively. The use of B20 or B30 fuels, even 

occasionally, imposes special maintenance 

conditions referred to as "Arduous conditions".

 

 

Paraffinic Diesel fuel conforming to the EN15940 

standard.

The use of any other type of (bio) fuel 

(vegetable or animal oils, pure or diluted, 

domestic fuel, etc.) is strictly prohibited (risk 

of damage to the engine and fuel system).

The only fuel additives authorised for use 

are those that meet the B715001 (petrol) 

or B715000 (Diesel) standards.

Diesel at low temperature

At temperatures below 0 °C (+32 °F), the 

formation of paraffins in summer-type Diesel 

fuels could prevent the engine from operating 

correctly. In these temperature conditions, use 

winter-type Diesel fuel and keep the fuel tank 

more than 50 % full.

At temperatures below -15 °C (+5 °F) to avoid 

problems starting, it is best to park the vehicle 

under shelter (heated garage).

Travelling abroad

Certain fuels could damage your vehicle’s 

engine.

In certain countries, the use of a particular 

fuel may be required (specific octane rating, 

specific trade name, etc.) to ensure correct 

operation of the engine.

For all additional information, consult a dealer.

Refuelling

Fuel tank capacity: approximately 50 litres.

Reserve level: approximately 6 litres.

Low fuel level

When the low fuel level is reached, this 

warning lamp lights up on the instrument 

panel, accompanied by the display of a message 

and an audible signal. When it first comes on, 

about 6 litres

 of fuel remain.

Until sufficient fuel is added, this warning lamp 

appears every time the ignition is switched on, 

accompanied by an onscreen message and 

an audible signal. When driving, this message 

and audible signal are repeated with increasing 

frequency as the fuel level drops towards 

0

.

You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid 

running out of fuel.

For more information on 

Running out of fuel 

(Diesel)

, refer to the corresponding section.

A small arrow by the warning lamp 

indicates which side of the vehicle the 

fuel filler flap is located on.

Stop & Start

Never refuel with the engine in STOP 

mode; you must switch off the ignition.

Refuelling

When refuelling, at least 5 litres must be added 

in order to be registered by the fuel gauge.

Opening the filler cap may create a noise caused 

by an inrush of air. This vacuum is normal, 

caused by the sealing of the fuel system.

To refuel in complete safety:

► 

Always switch off the engine.

 

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►  With the vehicle unlocked, press the rear-

central part of the filler flap to open it.

►  Take care to select the pump that delivers the 

correct fuel type for your vehicle's engine (see a 

reminder label on the inside of the filler flap).

►  Turn the filler cap to the left, remove it and 

place it on its support (on the filler flap).

►  Insert the filler nozzle and push it in as far as 

possible before starting to refuel (to minimise the 

risk of splashing).

Do not continue after the nozzle’s third cut-

out. Doing so may cause malfunctions.

►  Put the filler cap back in place and turn it to 

the right.

►  Close the fuel filler flap.

If you have put in the wrong fuel for the 

vehicle, you must have the fuel tank 

drained and filled with the correct fuel before 

starting the engine.

The vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter, 

which helps to reduce the level of harmful 

emissions in the exhaust gases.

For petrol engines, you must use unleaded 

fuel.

The filler neck is narrower, admitting unleaded 

petrol nozzles only.

Misfuel prevention (Diesel)

(Depending on country of sale.)

This mechanical device prevents filling the tank 

of a Diesel vehicle with petrol.

Located in the filler neck, the misfuel prevention 

device is visible when the filler cap is removed.

Operation

 

 

When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the 

fuel filler neck of a Diesel vehicle, it comes into 

contact with the flap. The system remains closed 

and prevents filling.

Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type 

filler nozzle.

The use of a fuel jerrycan to fill the tank 

remains possible.

Travelling abroad

As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be 

different in other countries, the presence 

of the misfuel prevention device may make 

refuelling impossible.

Before travelling abroad, it is advisable to 

check with a CITROËN dealer if the vehicle is 

suitable for the distribution equipment of the 

countries visited.

Charging system 

(Electric)

400 V electrical system

The electric drive system, which operates at a 

voltage of approximately 400 V, is identified by 

orange cables and its components are marked 

with this symbol:

 

 

An electric vehicle’s power train can 

become hot during use and after 

switching off the ignition.

Comply with the warning messages shown 

on the labels, particularly inside the charging 

flap.

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High voltage system voltage is 

dangerous and can cause burns or other 

injuries or even fatal electric shock.

Since damage to high voltage components is 

not visible, CITROËN recommends that you:

–  Never touch the components, damaged 

or not, and never let your jewelry or other 

metallic objects come into contact with these 

components.

–  Never work on the orange high voltage 

cables or on any other high voltage 

component marked with the Electric risk label. 

Any intervention on the high voltage system 

must be carried out by qualified persons in 

workshops qualified and approved to carry 

out this type of work.

–  Never damage, modify or remove the 

orange high voltage cables or disconnect 

them from the high voltage network.

–  Never open, modify or remove the cover of 

the traction battery.

–  Never work with cutting and forming 

tools or heat sources near high voltage 

components and cables.

In case of low level of fluid in the cooling 

tank, the refilling shall only be performed in a 

qualified and trained workshop to verify that 

the leakage is not in the traction battery.

Any intervention on the high voltage system 

must be carried out by qualified persons in 

workshops qualified and approved to carry 

out this type of work.

Damage to the vehicle or the traction battery 

could result in the leakage of toxic gases or 

fluids either immediately or later. CITROËN 

recommends that you:

–  Always inform the fire and emergency 

services in the event of an incident, warning 

that the vehicle is equipped with a traction 

battery.

–  Never touch the liquids leaking from the 

traction battery.

–  Do not inhale the gases emitted by the 

traction battery which are toxic.

–  Move away from the vehicle in the event of 

incident or accident, the gases emitted being 

flammable and could cause a fire.

 

 

This label is intended solely for use by 

firefighters and maintenance services in 

the event of any work on the vehicle.

No other person must touch the device shown 

on this label.

In the event of an accident or impact 

to the vehicle’s underbody

In these situations, the electrical circuit or the 

traction battery can be seriously damaged.

Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch 

off the ignition.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop.

When washing

Before washing the vehicle, always 

check that the charging flap is closed 

correctly.

Never wash the vehicle while the battery is 

on charge.

High-pressure washing

To avoid damaging the electrical 

components, it is expressly prohibited to 

use high-pressure washing in the engine 

compartment or under the body.

Do not use a pressure greater than 80 bar 

when washing the bodywork.

Never allow water or dust to enter the 

connector or charging nozzle - risk of 

electrocution or fire!

Never connect / disconnect the charging 

nozzle or cable with wet hands - risk of 

electrocution!

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Traction battery

This battery stores the energy that powers 

the electric motor and the thermal comfort 

equipment in the passenger compartment. It is 

discharged during use, and must therefore be 

regularly recharged. There is no need to wait 

for the traction battery to fall to its reserve level 

before recharging.

The range of the battery may vary according 

to the type of driving, the route, the use of 

thermal comfort equipment and the ageing of its 

components.

The lifespan of the traction battery 

depends on multiple factors, such as 

climatic conditions, distance travelled and 

how often it has been fast-charged.

To preserve the mileage of your vehicle 

and the durability of your traction battery, 

CITROËN recommends that you:

–  Do not fully charge the battery of your 

electric vehicle daily (charge the traction 

battery below 80% as often as possible).

–  Do not completely discharge the battery.

–  Do not store the vehicle for a long period 

of non-use (more than 12 hours) when the 

traction battery has a low or high charge level. 

Prefer a charge level between 20 and 40%.

–  Limit the use of fast charging.

–  Do not expose the vehicle to temperatures 

below -30°C and above +60°C for more than 

24 hours.

–  Avoid charging the vehicle at negative 

temperatures (except if the vehicle ran more 

than 20 minutes) or above +30°C.

–  Do not use the vehicle's traction battery as 

a generator of energy.

–  Do not use a generator to recharge your 

vehicle's traction battery.

In the event of damage to the traction 

battery

It is strictly prohibited to work on the vehicle 

yourself.

Do not touch liquids coming from the battery, 

and in the event of skin contact with these 

products, wash abundantly with water and 

contact a doctor as soon as possible.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop to have the system checked.

Disposal of the traction battery

The traction battery is designed for the life of the 

vehicle if the recommendations of CITROËN are 

followed.

If it becomes necessary to replace the battery, 

contact the CITROËN dealer for instructions on 

its disposal. Improper disposal carries the risk of 

severe burns, electric shock, and damage to the 

environment.

In accordance with regulations, CITROËN 

ensures a second life or recycling of this 

component in collaboration with qualified 

operators.

Charging connectors and 

indicator lamps

 

 

1.

Charging connectors

2.

Deferred charging activation button

3.

Nozzle locking indicator lamp

Fixed red: nozzle positioned correctly and 

locked in the connector.

Flashing red: nozzle incorrectly positioned or 

locking not possible.

4.

Charging indicator lamp

 

 

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State of charging 

indicator lamp

Meaning

Fixed white

Welcome lighting on 

opening the flap and 

disconnecting the 

charging cable.

Fixed blue

Deferred charging.

Flashing green

Charging.

Fixed green

Charging complete.

The charging 

indicator lamp goes 

off after about 2 

minutes as the 

vehicle's functions go 

into standby.

The indicator lamp 

comes on again 

when the vehicle is 

unlocked with the 

Keyless Entry and 

Start system or when 

a door is opened 

to indicate that 

the battery is fully 

charged.

State of charging 

indicator lamp

Meaning

Fixed red

Malfunction.

In case of impact, even light, against the 

charging flap, do not use it.

Do not dismantle or modify the charging 

connector - risk of electrocution and/or fire!

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop.

Charging cables, sockets 

and chargers

The charging cable supplied with the vehicle 

(depending on version) is compatible with the 

electrical systems in the country of sale. When 

travelling abroad, check the compatibility of local 

electrical systems with the charging cable.

A full range of charging cables is available from 

your dealer.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop for more information and to obtain 

suitable charging cables.

Identification labels on charging 

sockets/connectors

Identification labels are affixed to the vehicle, 

charging cable and charger to inform the user 

about which device needs to be used.

 

 

 

 

The meaning of each identification label is as 

follows:

Identification label

Location

Configuration

Power type/Voltage range

 

C

 

Charging connector (vehicle side)

TYPE 2

AC

< 480 Vrms

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Identification label

Location

Configuration

Power type/Voltage range

 

C

 

Charging socket (charger side)

TYPE 2

AC

< 480 Vrms

 

K

 

Charging connector (vehicle side)

COMBO 2 (FF)

DC

50 V – 500 V

Standard charging, mode 2

Domestic socket

(standard charging - alternating current (AC))

 

 

Mode 2 with a standard socket: 8 A maximum 

charging current.

 

 

Mode 2 with a Green'Up socket: 16 A 

maximum charging current.

To have this type of socket installed, call a 

professional installer.

Specific domestic charging cable - mode 

2 (AC)

 

 

Identification label 

C

 on the charging 

connector (vehicle side).

Specific domestic charging cable 

(mode 2)

You must not damage the cable.

In the event of damage, do not use it and 

contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop to replace it.

Control unit (mode 2)

 

 

POWER

Green: electrical connection established; 

charging can begin. 

CHARGE

Flashing green: charging in progress or 

temperature pre-conditioning activated.

Fixed green: charging complete.

FAULT

Red: fault; charging not permitted or must 

be stopped immediately. Check that everything 

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is connected correctly and that the electrical 

system is not faulty.

If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact a 

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Upon plugging the charging cable into a 

domestic socket, all of the indicator lamps come 

on briefly.

If no indicator lamps come on, check the 

domestic socket's circuit-breaker:

–  If the circuit-breaker has tripped, contact a 

professional to check that the electrical system 

is compatible and/or carry out any necessary 

repairs.

–  If the circuit-breaker has not tripped, stop 

using the charging cable and contact a 

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Control unit label - Recommendations

Refer to the handbook before use. 

1.

Incorrect use of this charging cable may 

result in fire, property damage and serious 

injury or death by electrocution!

2.

Always use a correctly earthed power 

socket, protected by a 30 mA residual 

current device.

3.

Always use an electrical socket protected 

by a circuit-breaker appropriate for the 

electrical circuit’s current rating.

4.

The weight of the control unit must not be 

borne by the electrical socket, plug and 

cables.

5.

Never use this charging cable if it is 

defective or in any way damaged.

6.

Never attempt to repair or open this 

charging cable. It contains no repairable 

parts - replace the charging cable if it is 

damaged.

7.

Never immerse this charging cable in water.

8.

Never use this charging cable with an 

extension cable, a multi-plug socket, a 

conversion adaptor or on a damaged 

electrical socket.

9.

Do not unplug the plug from the wall as a 

means of stopping charging.

10.

Immediately stop charging, by locking and 

then unlocking the vehicle using the remote 

control key, if the charging cable or wall 

socket feel burning hot to the touch.

11.

This charging cable includes components 

liable to cause electrical arcing or sparks. 

Do not expose to flammable vapours.

12.

Only use this charging cable with CITROËN 

vehicles.

13.

Never plug the cable into the wall socket (or 

unplug it) with wet hands.

14.

Do not force the connector if it is locked into 

the vehicle.

Control unit label - State of indicator 

lamps

State of the 

indicator lamp

Off

 

 

On

 

 

 

Flashing

 

 

 

POWER

CHARGE

FAULT

Symbol

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Not connected to the power supply or power is not 

available from the infrastructure.

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CHARGE

FAULT

Symbol

Description

 

 

(green)

 

 

(green)

 

 

(red)

 

 

The control unit is currently performing a self-test.

 

 

(green)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connected only to the infrastructure or to the 

infrastructure and to the Electric Vehicle (EV) but 

no charging in progress.

 

 

(green)

 

 

(green)

 

 

 

 

Connected to the power supply and to the Electric 

Vehicle (EV).

The EV is on charge or in a temperature pre-

conditioning sequence.

 

 

(green)

 

 

(green)

 

 

 

 

Connected to the power supply and to the Electric 

Vehicle (EV).

The EV is waiting for charging or the charging of 

the EV is completed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

(red)

 

 

Control unit malfunction. No charging allowed.

If an error indicator reappears after a manual reset, 

the control unit must be checked by a CITROËN 

dealer before the next charge.

 

 

(green)

 

 

(green)

 

 

(red)

 

 

The control unit is in diagnostic mode.

Manual reset procedure

The control unit can be reset by simultaneously disconnecting the charging connector and the wall socket.

Then, reconnect the wall socket first. For more information, refer to the handbook.

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Accelerated charging, mode 3

Accelerated charging unit (depending on 

version)

(accelerated charging - single-phase or three-

phase alternating current (AC))

 

 

In mode 3 with an accelerated charging unit: 

32 A maximum charging current.

 

 

In mode 3 with an accelerated charging unit 

(Wallbox): 32 A maximum charging current.

Charging cable, mode 3 (AC)

 

 

Identification labels 

C

 on the charging 

connector (vehicle side) and on the socket 

(charger side).

Accelerated charging unit

Do not disassemble or modify the 

charging unit - risk of electrocution and/or fire!

Refer to the charging unit manufacturer's user 

manual for the operating instructions.

Superfast charging, mode 4

Fast public charger

(superfast charging - direct current (DC))

 

 

Charging cable, mode 4 (DC)

(integrated into the fast public charger)

 

 

Identification label 

K

 on the charging 

connector (vehicle side).

Only use fast public chargers where the cable 

length does not exceed 30 metres.

Charging the traction 

battery (Electric)

To recharge, connect the vehicle to a domestic 

electricity supply (domestic or accelerated 

charging) or to a fast public charger (superfast 

charging).