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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
DIRECTION INDICATOR SIDE REPEATERS(WY 5 W AMBER)
Push the repeater forwards or
rearwards and detach it by pulling
towards you.
Disconnect the bulb holder and
change it.
CHANGING A FUSE
The fuse boxes are located under the
instrument panel trim and next to the
battery in the engine compartment.
Correct
Removing and fitting a fuse
Before changing a fuse, the cause
of the incident must be found and
r e c t i fi e d .
Use the pliers A located in the
fuse box under the bonnet.
Incorrect
Pliers A Instrument panel fuse boxes
These are located on each side of
the instrument panel under the trim.
Turn the steering wheel to the
left, remove bolt B .
Turn the steering wheel to the
right (do not forget to release the
steering wheel using the key),
remove bolt C .
Always replace a faulty fuse
with a fuse of the same rating
(same colour).
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BATTERY
Do not push the vehicle to
start the engine if you have a
"SensoDrive" gearbox.
Before disconnecting the
battery, you must wait for
2 minutes after switching off
the ignition.
Never disconnect a terminal when
the engine is running.
N e v e r c h a r g e a b a t t e r y w i t h o u t fi r s t
disconnecting the terminals.
Close the windows and doors before
disconnecting the battery.
After every reconnection of the
battery, switch on the ignition and wait
1 minute before starting to allow the
electronic systems to be initialised.
I f s l i g h t d i f fi c u l t i e s a r e e x p e r i e n c e d
after this, please consult a CITROËN
dealer.
To start the vehicle from
another battery:
- Connect the red cable to the
positive (+) terminals of the two
batteries,
- Connect the green or black cable to the negative (-) terminals of the
two batteries,
-
Operate the starter, let the engine run,
- Wait for the engine to return to idle, then disconnect the cables.
It is advisable to disconnect
the battery if the vehicle is
not to be used for a period of
more than one month.
The batteries contain harmful
substances such as sulphuric
acid and lead. They must
be discarded in accordance
with the provisions of the law and
must not, in any circumstances, be
discarded with household waste.
Return used batteries to a special
collection point.
To charge the battery using a
battery charger:
- Disconnect the battery,
- Follow the instructions for use
given by the battery charger
manufacturer,
- Reconnect starting with the negative (-) terminal,
- Check that the terminals and connectors are clean. If they are
covered with sulphate (white or
greenish deposit), disconnect
them and clean them.
A. Failed battery
B. Slave battery
