2013 CITROEN NEMO Handbook (in English)

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Battery


BATTERY


Models without Stop & Start



A.
Metallic positive point of your vehicle.

B.
Slave battery.

C.
Earth of your vehicle.

D.
Metallic positive point on your vehicle.
Charging the battery using a battery charger
Starting using another battery


- Connect the red cable to the metallic
point A
then to the positive (+) terminal of
the slave battery B
.

- Connect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative (-) terminal of the
slave battery B
.

- Connect the other end of the green or
black cable to the earth point C
on your
vehicle (never to the metallic point D
of
your vehicle).

- Operate the starter, let the engine run.

- Wait for the engine to return to idle, then
disconnect the cables.


Never charge a battery without first
disconnecting the terminals.


- Disconnect the two quick-fit battery
terminals.

- Follow the instructions for use given by
the battery charger manufacturer.

- Check that the battery posts and
terminals are clean. If they are covered
with sulphate (white or greenish deposit),
disconnect them and clean them.

- Reconnect the two quick-fit terminals,
starting with the negative (-) terminal.

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Models with Stop & Start



A.
Protective cover.

B.
Positive metallic point on your vehicle.

C.
Slave battery.

D.
Earth on your vehicle.

E.
Terminal release button.

F.
Check sensor button.

G.
State of charge sensor.

H.
Metal negative point of your vehicle.
Charging the battery using a battery charger
- Follow the instructions for use given by
the battery charger manufacturer.

- Check that the battery posts and
terminals are clean. If they are covered
with sulphate (white or greenish deposit),
disconnect them and clean them.

- Reconnect connector F
of the check
sensor G
.

- Refit the protective cover A
to the
metallic point B
.

Starting using another battery


- Remove the protective cover A
from the
metallic point B
.

- Connect the red cable to metallic point B
,
then the (+) terminal to the slave battery C
.

- Connect one end of the green or black
cable to the (-) terminal of the slave
battery C
.

- Connect the other end of the green or
black cable to the earth point D
of your
vehicle (never to the metallic point H
of
your vehicle).

- Operate the starter, let the engine run.

- Wait for the engine to return to idle, then
disconnect the cables.

- Refit the protective cover A
to the
metallic point B
.



Do not disconnect the battery to charge it.


- Press the release button E
to disconnect
the terminal F
.

- Disconnect the connector F
of the check
sensor G
.

- Remove the protective cover A
from the
metallic point B
.

- Connect the charger cables: (+) on the
metallic point B
; (-) on the metallic point H
. Never remove the check sensor G
from the metallic point H
, except
when replacing the battery.

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Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead. They
must be disposed of in accordance with the
law and must not, in any circumstances be
discarded with household waste.
Take used batteries to an authorised waste
disposal site.

It is advisable to disconnect the battery
if the vehicle is not to be used for a
period of more than one month. To do
this on models with Stop & Start:


- press the release button E
to disconnect
connector F
,

- disconnect connector F
of check sensor G
.
Never remove the check sensor G
from the
metallic point H
, except when replacing the
battery.





The presence of this label, in particular
with the Stop & Start system, indicates
the use of a 12 V lead-acid battery with
special technology and specification;
the involvement of a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop is essential when
replacing or disconnecting the battery.
Failure to observe this recommendation may
cause premature wear of the battery.

After refitting the battery by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop, the Stop & Start system will
only be active after a continuous period of
immobilisation of the vehicle, a period which
depends on the climatic conditions and the
state of charge of the battery (up to about
8 hours).
Before charging

The charging operation must be carried out in a
ventilated area away from naked fl ames or any
possible sources of sparks to eliminate the risks of
explosion and fi re.
Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery: it must fi rst
be thawed to eliminate the risks of explosion. If the
battery has frozen, before charging it have it checked
by a specialist who will check that the internal
components have not been damaged and that the
container is not cracked, which could mean that
there is a risk of a leak of toxic and corrosive acid.


Before disconnecting
Never disconnect a terminal when the engine is
running.
Before disconnecting the battery, you must wait
for 2 minutes after switching off the ignition.
Close the windows and doors before
disconnecting the battery.
After reconnecting
After every reconnection of the battery,
switch on the ignition and wait 1 minute
before starting to allow the electronic
systems to be initialised. If difficulties are
experienced after this, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
If the battery has been disconnected
for some time, it may be necessary to
reinitialise the following functions:


- the display parameters (date, time,
language, distance and temperature
units),

- the radio stations,

- the central locking.
Some settings are cleared and must be
reprogrammed. Contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.

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Changing a wheel


CHANGING A WHEEL


Parking the vehicle

As far as possible, park the vehicle on level,
stable and non-slippery ground.
Apply the parking brake, switch off the
ignition and engage first gear (on a hill).
It is imperative that you ensure that the
occupants get out of the vehicle and wait in
a safe location.
If possible, place a chock under the
wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be
changed.


Tools

The tools required are stored in a tool kit
located behind the driver's seat (Light van)
or behind the rear bench seat (Combi).


1.
Wheelbrace.

2.
Centring guide.

3.
Screwdriver.

4.
Jack with handle.

5.
Removable towing eye.
The jack and all of the tools are specific
to your vehicle. Do not use them for other
purposes.
Never go underneath the vehicle when it is
raised only by the jack; use an axle stand.


Taking out the spare wheel

The spare wheel retaining bolt is located on
the rear left part of the loading sill.


1.
Slacken the wheel retaining bolt using the
wheelbrace.

2.
Unscrew fully to unwind the winch cable.

3.
Take out the spare wheel using the
wheelbrace.

4.
Raise the cover A
.

5.
Remove the cable B
from its housing.

6.
Release the spare wheel and place it
near the wheel to be changed.

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Removing a wheel




1.
Park the vehicle on level, stable and non-
slippery ground. Apply the parking brake.
Switch off the ignition and engage first
gear or reverse, depending on the slope.

2.
Detach the wheel trim (large model) using
the wheelbrace 1
, pulling at the valve
passage hole.
Slide the screwdriver 3
into the notch on
the trim (small model) and use the tool as
a lever, pressing to unclip the trim.

3.
Slacken the wheel bolts using the
wheelbrace.
4.
Position the jack underneath the body,
in accordance with the illustration, at the
mark A
(on the sill) as close as possible
to the wheel to be changed.

5.
Extend the jack 4
until its base is in
contact with the ground. Ensure that the
centreline of the jack base is vertical in
relation to the location used.

6.
Raise the vehicle.

7.
Remove the bolts and detach the wheel.




Putting the wheel back in place



1.
Install the support on the wheel.

2.
Place the cable B
in position.

3.
Lower the cover A
.

4.
Position the wheel.

5.
Turn the wheelbrace clockwise to raise
the spare wheel completely.

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Refitting a wheel


6.
Put the trim back in place, starting by
placing its notch facing the valve, and
press with the palm of your hand.

7.
Stow the tools and the wheel.

8.
Check the wheel inflation pressure (see
"Identification") and have the balance
checked. Refer to the "Identification markings"
section of chapter 8 to locate the
tyre label.
Have the tightening of the bolts and the
pressure of the spare wheel checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.


1.
Put the wheel in place using the centring
guide 2
to assist you.

2.
Screw in the 3 bolts by hand and remove
the centring guide. Position the 4th bolt.

3.
Pre-tighten using the wheelbrace 1
.

4.
Fold the jack 4
and detach it.

5.
Tighten the wheel bolts using the
wheelbrace. Also, have the original wheel repaired
and refitted by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop as soon as
possible.

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TEMPORARY PUNCTURE REPAIR KIT


This kit is located at the front of the
passenger compartment. It consists of:


- a repair cartridge A
, containing the
sealant, equipped with:


●
a fi lling pipe B
,

●
a sticker C
indicating "max. 80 km/h", which
the driver must affi x to the dashboard in a
visible position after repairing the tyre,

- a compressor D
equipped with a pressure
gauge and unions,

- adaptors for the inflation of various items,

- a pair of protective gloves,

- a quick guide to use of the temporary
puncture repair kit.


Repair procedure



- Apply the parking brake and place the
gear lever in neutral.

- Unscrew the valve cap of the tyre to be
repaired.

- Take out the filling pipe B
and screw the
ring E
onto the tyre valve.

- Check that the on/off switch F
on the
compressor is in position "0"
(off).
- Start the engine.

- Insert the connector G
in the nearest
12 V accessory socket in the vehicle.

- Place the compressor's on/off switch F
in
position "1"
(on).

- Inflate the tyre to a pressure of 3 bars.
To obtain a more accurate reading, you are
advised to check the pressure value on the
pressure gauge H
, with the compressor off. This temporary puncture repair kit is
available from CITROËN dealers.
It is provided for the repair of holes of
a maximum diameter of 4 mm, located
exclusively on the tread or side wall of the
tyre. Avoid removing any foreign bodies
which have penetrated into the tyre.

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- If a pressure of at least 1.5 bars
is not
reached within 5 minutes
:


●
disconnect the compressor from the
valve and from the 12 V accessory
socket,

●
move the vehicle forward by
approximately 10 metres to distribute the
fi lling fl uid inside the tyre,

●
then repeat the infl ation operation.



- If a pressure of at least 1.8 bars
is not
reached within 10 minutes
:


●
stop the repair procedure; the tyre has
suffered too much damage and cannot
be repaired,

●
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop.



- If the tyre has been inflated to a pressure
of 3 bars
, set off again immediately.
After driving for approximately 10 minutes,
stop and check the pressure of the tyre
again.
Re-inflate the tyre to the correct pressure if
necessary and contact a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
You must inform the technician that you
have repaired the tyre using the temporary
puncture repair kit and show him its
instructions.


Checking and correcting the pressure

For checking and correcting the pressure of
a tyre, use the compressor as follows:


- disconnect the pipe I
,

- connect it directly to the tyre valve,
the cartridge will then be connected to the
compressor and the sealant will not be
injected.

Replacing the repair cartridge

Disconnect the pipe I
.
Turn the empty cartridge anticlockwise and
lift it.
Insert the new cartridge and turn it
clockwise.
Reconnect the pipe I
and connect the pipe B

in its location.

The repair cartridge contains ethylene-
glycol, a product which is harmful if
swallowed and which causes irritation to the
eyes.
Keep this product out of reach of children.
After use, take the cartridge to a CITROËN
dealer or to an authorised waste disposal
site. If the tyre has to be deflated:


- connect the pipe I
to the tyre valve,

- press the yellow button, located in the
centre of the switch F
on the compressor.