2012 Citroen C ZERO RHD instrument panel

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Control unit
)Check that the charging warninglamp in the instrument panel andthe orange warning lamp in the control unit are on fixed.


The star t of charging may beaccompanied by the noise of a fan running. This noise is perfectly normal.


The charge may be interrupted at anytime by withdrawing the charging plug.
-Charging
: on orange.
It indicates that charging is in progress.
If it does not come on, check that the connections are correct. If the problempersists, contact a CITROËN or a qualified
workshop.

- Faul
t
: on red.
It indicates the presence of a fault. Check
th
at the connections are correct. If thiswarning lamp does not go off, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


This has a label indicating the currentrating that your domestic power point must be able to suppor t (8 A, 10 A or 16 A depending on the country).
It also has three warnin
g lamps:-Ready
: on green.
It indicates that the electric connection hasbeen established. If it does not come on,
check that the connections are correct. If
the problem persists, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop. I
f this is not the case, charging has not started; repeat the procedure, ensuring that allconnections are correct.

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As a safety measure, the motor will
not star t when the charging cable isconnected to the vehicle's socket.
Also, any attempt to star t the motor interrupts the charging procedure. It willthen be necessary to disconnect and reconnect the charging cable plug tocontinue charging.


After charging, close the chargingsocket cover and flap. Take care to avoid the ingress of water or dust to the socket and its cover or the charging plug. Risk of fire or electrocution.
After charging, do not leave the cableconnected to the electric power point. There is a risk of shor t circuit or electrocution if it is contacted or immersed in water.
To optimise the ser vice life of the
main battery, charge it completelyevery 15 days.
For a complete charge, follow the normal charging procedure (domestic power point) without interruption, until itstops automatically (charging warning lamp off in the instrument panel).

The char
ge warning lamp in the instrument panel goes off when charging is complete. )Press the button to remove the chargingplug.)Refit the protective cover to the chargingcable. )Close the charging socket cover, then
the flap.)Disconnect the charging cable from
the power point.
)Stow the charging cable in the bag provided.
Vehicle out of use for a longperiod

When your vehicle is going to be outof use for a long period, charge the main battery completely every three months (following the normal charging procedure).
Before charging, check that the ancillaries battery is not disconnected or discharged. If this is the case, refer to the "ancillaries battery" section for reconnecting or charging the battery.

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Check that the charging warning lamp
in the instrument panel is on fixed.
Fast charging stops automatically whenthe battery is around 80 % charged.It is possible to attain a level of 100 %charged by restarting the procedure. However, the time taken by this additional charge will be relatively long,
as the charging rate is reduced.


During the fast charge, the vehicle's air conditioning may start automatically,if needed to cool the main battery. It istherefore perfectly normal to hear thenoise of a fan running from outside thevehicle and to see a puddle of water form under the vehicle.


As a safety measure, the motor will not star t when the charging cable isconnected to the vehicle's socket. Also, any attempt to star t the motor interrupts the charging procedure. It will then be necessary to disconnectand reconnect the charging cable plug to continue charging, following the instructions for using the charging station.


If the ambient temperature is below 0 °C, the charging time may be longer.
If the ambient temperature is below -25 °C, charging may not be possible. If this is not the case, charging has not star ted;
check the operating instructions for the charging station. The charging warning lamp in the instrument
panel goes off when charging is complete. ) Disconnect the charging cable followingthe instructions for the charging terminal.)
Close the charging socket cover and the
flap.

After charging, close the chargingsocket cover and flap. Take care to avoid the ingress of water or dust to the socket and its cover or the charging plug. Risk of fire or electrocution.

Vehicle out of use for a longperiod
When your vehicle is going to be outof use for a long period, charge the main battery completely every three months (following the normal charging procedure).
Before charging, check that the ancillaries battery is not disconnected or discharged. If this is the case, refer to the "ancillaries battery" section for reconnecting or charging the battery.

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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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Charging the battery using
a battery charger
)Star t the other vehicle and wait a fewminutes.)Turn the ignition key on your vehicle, until
the "Ready" lamp comes on.
)Disconnect the cables in the reverse order.)Refit the battery protective cover and
tighten the fixing screw.
I
f the "Ready" lamp does not come on, proceedas follows: )Leave the cables connected. )Return the ignition switch on your vehicle to
the " LOCK" position. )Put the main battery on charge, followingthe procedure for normal charging (see the"charging the main battery" section). )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 thebattery.
Ensure that the electrolyte is not frozen.Check the electrolyte level and top upwith distilled water if necessary (refer tothe "checking levels" section).
)Slacken nut 1
and lift off the retaining bar.

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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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Instruments and controls (continued)
Lighting controls 57-59 Direction indicators 71

Instrument panels 18 Warning lamps 19 -25 Indicators 26-30 - main battery state of charge indicator - energy consumption / generation indicator - speedometer - total distance recorder - trip distance recorder - lighting dimmer - service indicator - range indicator

Horn 71
Hazard warning lamps 71

Wiper controls 60
Ignition switch, starting/stoppingthe vehicle 53


Door mirrors 42

Emergency orassistance call 72, 127-128
Headlamp height adjustment 59

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Alphabetical index
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Indicators, direction......................................71Instrument panel ...........................................18Interior fittings ...............................................44Interior lamp..................................................61ISOFIX child seats..................................68-69ISOFIX mountings.........................................67
Keeping children safe ..................62-70, 77, 79Key with remote control ..........................31, 33
Main beam ............................................99, 102Markings, identification...............................125Mat................................................................45Mirror, rear view............................................43Mirrors, door..................................................r42Mountings for ISOFIX seats .........................67MP3 CD ...............................................135, 136
Normal charge ..............................................82Number plate lamps....................................106
Labels, identification...................................125Lamps, front..................................................99Lamps, rear.................................................r104Lamps, warning and indicator.................r20-25Level, brake fluid .........................................119Levels and checks.................................117-121Lighting bulbs (replacement) ................99-106Lighting control stalk.....................................57Lighting dimmer............................................r29Lighting on reminder.....................................r58Localised assistance call............................128Localised emergency call ...........................128Locking from the inside.................................35
Opening the boot..........................................36Opening the front compartment..................116Operation indicator lamps.......................20-25
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Radio ...........................................................131Range......................................................28, 30Rear compartment ......................................118Rear foglamp.................................58, 104, 106Rear screen (demisting)................................52Recirculation / exterior air intake..................50Remote control.........................................31-33Removing a wheel ........................................96Removing the mat.........................................45Repair kit, puncture.......................................92Replacing bulbs ....................................99-106Replacing fuses ....................................107-111Replacing the passenger compartment filter....................................r121Replacing wiper blades...............................112Reversing lamps.................................10 4, 105
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Screen-wash reser voir................................119Screen menu map.......................................148Screenwash ..................................................60Screenwash fluid level................................119Seat, rear, folding backrest...........................40Seat adjustment......................................38, 40Seat belts..........................................65, 75-77Seat belts warning lamp ...............................75Seats, rear.....................................................r40Serial number, vehicle ................................125Ser vice indicator...........................................r29Sidelamps .....................................99, 102, 105Side repeater...............................................104Speedometer................................................r18Stability control (ESP)...................................74
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Parking brake........................................54,121Passenger compartment filter....................r121Player, CD MP3...................................135, 136Port, USB .............................................. 46, 135Protecting children.......................62-70, 77, 79Puncture........................................................92
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