2012 Citroen C ZERO Owner's Manual

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2. Infl ation
)Check that the compressor switch A
is in
the "OFF" position. )Uncoil the compressor pipe B.
)
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"). ) Star t 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 approximately120 miles (200 km).



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


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

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Changing a wheel


To o l s r equired



- A jack: for lifting the vehicle.

- A wheelbrace: for removin
g 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 notblock 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 Pto lock the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under thewheel 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 , firstremove the wheel trim using the wheelbrace, by pulling at the valve hole.When fitting the wheel, refit the wheeltrim star ting by aligning the valve hole
with the valve, and then press on theedge of the trim with the palm of your hand.

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) Slacken the bolts using the wheelbrace. )
Place the jack in contact with one of the
two front Aor rear B locations provided on
the underbody, whichever is closest to the
wheel to be changed.

Removing the wheel
)
Using the handle, extend the jack until its base plate is in contact with the ground.
Ensure that the centreline of the jack base
plate is directly below the location A or Bused.)
Raise the vehicle until there is sufficientspace between the wheel and the ground.
)
Remove the bolts and store them in a clean place. )
Remove the wheel.

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Fitting the 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 andthe pressure of the new wheel checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop without delay.

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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 are fitted with polycarbonate glass with a protectivecoating:)do not clean them using a dry or abrasive cloth, nor with a detergent or solvent product,)
use a sponge and soapy water, )
when using a high pressure washer on persistent marks, do not keep the lance directed towards thelamps or their edges for too long, so as not to damage their protectivecoating and seals,)
do not touch the bulb directly withyour fingers, use lint-free cloths.

Changing a bulb should only be done after the headlamp has been switchedoff for a few minutes (risk of serious burns).
It is imperative to use only anti-ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs in order notto damage the headlamp. Always replace a failed bulb with anew bulb with the same type andspecification.
Front lamps
5. Front foglamps
(H8 - 35 W).6.Daytime running lamps (P13W - 13 W).

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) Lift the cover B
, using a screwdriver
protected by a cloth.) Slacken fixing screw C
until the head of the screw touches the trim.
)Remove the bumper retaining clips, using ascrewdriver. )Carefully lift the bumper. To replace a failed bulb,
you must first remove
the lamp. To remove the lamp:)Open the bonnet. )Press tab A to release the connector.
Access to bulbs

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Slacken fixing screw D , while holding the
bumper away.)Slacken fixing screw E.
) Pull the lamp towards you, and disengage
the tab Fto remove it completely.

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Changing sidelamp bulbs
) Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull it out.)
Pull the bulb out and and change it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in reverse order.
Changing main beam headlampbulbs
)Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull it out.)Remove the bulb by pressing on the tongue. )Change the bulb.
For reassembly, carry out these operations in
r
everse order.

Changing direction indicator
bulbs
)Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull it out. )Pull the bulb out and change it.
To r e f i t , c a r ry out these operations in reverse order.
Amber coloured bulbs must be replaced with bulbs of identical specifications and colour.