2012 Citroen C ZERO heating

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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance guidelines below: )If the interior temperature remains very high after the vehicle has been parked in the
sun for a considerable time, first ventilate the passenger compar tment for a few minutesby opening the windows. Place the air flow control at a sufficient level to provide an adequate renewal of air in the passenger compartment.)Condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of water under thevehicle when stationary, which is per fectly normal.)To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as wellas the air extractor located in the boot. )Use in preference the intake of exterior air as prolonged use of the air recirculation maycause misting of the windows and side windows.)Operate the air conditioning system for 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month to keep itin good working order. )Ensure that the passenger compar tment filter is in good condition and have the filter elements replaced regularly (refer to "Checks").)To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to have it checked regularly.)If the system does not produce cold air, do not use it and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning

The heating and air conditioning useenergy from the main battery. Their useincreases electrical consumption and reduces the range of the vehicle.
Remember to switch off the heating or air conditioning as soon as it is no longer needed.

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Air conditioning


The air conditioning can be used as soon as the "Ready" lamp is on.

Adjustments can be made manually or automatically.
Heating / Ventilation

The heating and ventilation can be used as soon as the "Ready" lamp is on.
1.
Temperature 2.Air flow 3.Air distribution
4.Exterior air intake / Interior air recirculation
5."Max" button
6. Air conditioning On / Off

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3. Air distribution adjustment
Place the dial in the desired
position to distribute air to:
central and side vents
,

central, side and footwell vents,

footwells,
windscreen, side windows and
footwells,

windscreen and side windows.
The air distribution can be adapted b
y placing
the dial in an intermediate position.
With the dial in the "AUTO " position, air distribution is adjusted automatically,according to the temperature selected.


2. Air fl ow adjustment
)Turn the dial to the right to increase air flow and to the left
to reduce it.

With the dial in the " AUTO" position,the air flow is adjusted automatically, according to the interior temperature.
1. Temperature adjustment
)
Turn the dial from blue (cold) to red (hot) to adjust
the temperature to your requirements.

When the dial is placed on "●", the fanair will be at ambient temperature.If you move the dial to "●" while using the heating or air conditioning, thesewill stop immediately.

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4. Air intake / Air recirculation
6. Air conditioning On / Off

Switchin
g on
)
Press the "A/C"button, the associated indicator lamp comes on. The air conditioning does not operate when the air flow adjustment is set to off.


Switching off
)
Press the "A/C"button again, the
associated indicator lamp goes off.
Switching off may result in some discomfor t (humidity, misting).
5. "MAX" button

The intake of exterior air prevents the formation of mist on the windscreen and side windows.
The recirculation of interior air isolates the passenger compartment from exterior odours and smoke.
Return to exterior air intake as soon as possible
to prevent deterioration of the the air qualit
y and the formation of mist.
) Press this button to recirculatethe interior air. The indicator
lamp comes on to confirm this.
) Press the button again to
permit the intake of exterior air.
The indicator lamp switches off
t
o confirm this.


The air conditioning is designed to
operate effectively in all seasons,
with the windows closed.
It enables
you to:


- lower the temperature, in summer,

- increase the effectiveness of the demistin
g
in winter, above 3 °C.
This button allows the passenger compar tment
to be quickly heated or cooled. It only workswhen the air flow control is not in the " OFF"position.
Press this button. The correspondin
gindicator lamp comes on.
The place the temperature control in the
desired position:
- on "●" for maximum ventilation,
- between "●" and "H" for maximum heating,
- between "C" and "●" for maximum air conditioning.

To obtain cool air sooner, you can use air recirculation for a few moments. Then return to the intake of exterior air.

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Ancillaries battery
(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 isrecharged by the main battery, during phases
of operation ("Ready" lamp on in the instrument
panel) and charging.

If the ancillaries battery is discharged,it will not be possible to star t the motor and the main battery cannot becharged.
)Open the front bonnet using the interior release lever, then the exterior safety catch. )Secure the bonnet stay.)Slacken 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 todisconnect and store it to avoid theelectrolyte freezing.


After prolonged disconnection of the battery, you must contact a CITROËNdealer or a qualified workshop to havethe electronic control unit reinitialised.

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Fuse N°RatingFunctions
14 15 A
Rear wiper.
157. 5 A
Instrument panel.
167. 5 A
Heating.
1720 A Heated seat.
18 10 A
Option.
1
97. 5 A Door mirror heating.
2020 A
Windscreen wiper.
217. 5 A Airbags.
2230 A
Heated rear screen.
23
30 A Heating.
2
4- Non used.
2510 A Radio.
2
615 A
Passenger compar tment fuse.


Access to the fuses
See "Access to tools".

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Fuse N°RatingFunctions
1- Not used.
230 A
Internal fuse.
340 A Electric motor.
440 A
Radiator fan.
5
40 A Electric windows.
6
30 A
Vacuum pump.
715 A
Main battery ECU.
815 A Third brake lamp.
915 A
Front foglamps.
1015 A
Water pump.
Front compartment fuses
The fusebox is placed in the front compar tment
under the heating system reservoir. Only these
fuses can be replaced.

The replacement of fuses for other units (vacuum pump and battery accessories) requires the involvement of a CITROËNdealer or a qualified workshop.

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Visual search
155
Electric windows 34
Dashboard fuses 108-109
Ventilation 47Heating 49-51 Air conditioning 49-51Demisting / defrosting 52
12 V accessory socket 45Manual parking brake 54
Rear view mirror 43
USB Player 46
Opening the bonnet 116

Instruments
and controls
Opening the charging flaps 37

Audio system 129-152
Drive selector 55-56