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Charging the main battery
F Pull lever 1, located at the bottom of the
dashboard, driver's side, to open the
access flap for the normal charging socket
(right hand side of the vehicle).
Normal charging
Before connecting, check that the
electrical installation you want to use
meets standards* and is compatible
with a current rating of 8A.
In particular, check that the electric
power point is of suitable quality.
There are sockets available that are
specially designed for charging electric
vehicles.
In all cases, it is recommended that
that you first have an initial check
and then regular checks on your
installation by a qualified electrician.
There are two types of charging you can use:
normal or fast.
Normal charging should be used in preference;
it is done from a domestic mains power point.
Fast charging is done at a compatible fast
charging station.
F
A
pply the parking brake and put the drive
selector in position P .
F

S
witch off all electrical consumers and turn
the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position. You must always use only a genuine
CITROËN charging cable.
If the ambient temperature is lower
than
-25° C, charging may not be
possible. F

T
ake the charging cable from the storage
bag provided. This cable has a control unit.
F

C
onnect the charging cable to a compatible
standard power socket. On connecting
the cable, the three POWER , FA U LT and
CHARGING lamps all come on temporarily,
then only green POWER lamp stays on.
do n

ot use an electrical
extension, multi-gang
socket, adaptor or timer.
* For example, in France the standard is NF C 15 -100.
In the event of damage to or
deterioration of the charging cable or
control unit, do not use it. Contact a
CITROËN dealer if in doubt or for a
replacement.
In most European countries, CITROËN
has established a partnership with a
specialist company that can check and
bring your electrical installation up to
standard. For more information, contact
a CITROËN dealer.
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Check the compatibility of the charging
station and its charging cable with
your vehicle.
F

P
ress latch 4 to open the socket cover.
F

E
nsure that there is no foreign body on the
vehicle's charging socket.
Fast charging*
F Apply the parking brake and put the drive selector in position P .
F

S
witch off all electrical consumers and turn
the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position.
F

P
ull lever 3 , located alongside the driver's
seat, outer side, to open the access flap for
the fast charging socket (left hand side of
the vehicle). Do not touch the metal end of the
normal charging socket or of the
charging cable.
Risk of electrocution and/or faults.F

C
onnect the charging cable of the charging
station to the vehicle following the
instructions on use of the station.
* Depending on equipment.
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Changing a wheel
Tools required
- A jack: for lifting the vehicle.
- A w heelbrace: for removing and refitting
the wheel bolts.
-

A h
andle: for operating the jack.
These tools are not supplied with your vehicle.Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not
block 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 P to lock the wheels.
If necessary, place a chock under the
wheel 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 , first
remove the wheel trim using the
wheelbrace, by pulling at the valve hole.
When fitting the wheel , refit the
wheel trim starting by aligning the valve
hole with the valve, and then press on
the edge of the trim with the palm of
your
hand.
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Snow chains
The snow chains must be fitted only to the rear wheels (vehicle with rear wheel drive).It is strongly recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry sur face. Take account of the legislation in force
in your country on the use of snow
chains and the maximum running speed
authorised. For more information on snow
chains, contact a CITROËN dealer or
a
qualified workshop.Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow, to
avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and
the road sur face. If your vehicle is fitted
with alloy wheels, check that no part of
the chain or its fixings is in contact with
the wheel rim.Advice on installation
F If you have to fit the chains during a
journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face
on the side of the road.
F

A
pply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks to prevent movement of your
vehicle.
F

F
it the chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
F

M
ove off gently and drive for a few
moments, without exceeding 30 mph
(50 km/h).
F

S
top your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original
tyre size Maximum link
size.
175/55 R15 9 mm
145/65 R15
cannot be fitted with chains
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1. Brake lamps / Sidelamps
(21 W / 15 W or LEDs).
2.
D

irection indicators (W Y21W - 21 W).
3.
R

eversing lamps (W21W - 21 W).
Rear lamps
Amber coloured bulbs, such as the
direction indicators, must be replaced
with bulbs of identical specification and
c o l o u r.
In some weather conditions (e.g. low
temperature or humidity), the presence
of misting on the internal sur face of the
glass of the headlamps and rear lamps
is normal; it disappears after the lamps
have been on for a few minutes.
Changing integrated direction
indicator side repeater bulbs
(WY5W - 5
W)
F Push the repeater towards the rear and disengage it.
F

T
urn the bulb holder to the left and pull it
out.
F

P
ull the bulb out and change it.
To reassemble, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Access to bulbs
F Remove the two screws.
F Disengage the lamp unit by pulling it towards you.
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Changing a direction indicator
bulb
Changing brake lamp

/ sidelamp
LEDs
All work on the LED lamps must be carried out
by a CITROËN dealer or qualified workshop.
Changing a reversing lamp bulb
Changing brake lamp

/ sidelamp
bulbs (21 W

/ 15 W)
F Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull it
out.
F

P
ull out the bulb and change it.
To refit, carry out these operations in reverse
o r d e r. F
T urn the bulb holder to the left and pull it
out.
F

P
ull the bulb out and replace it.
To refit, carry out these operations in reverse
o r d e r. F
T urn the bulb holder to the left and pull it
out.
F

P
ull the bulb out and replace it.
To refit, carry out these operations in reverse
o r d e r.
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Changing a foglamp bulb
(W21W - 21W)
F Remove the cover.
F
T urn the bulb holder to the left and pull it
out.
F

P
ull the bulb out and change it.
To refit, carry out these operations in reverse
o r d e r.
Third brake lamp (W5W - 5W)
F Remove the two screws.
F P ull out the bulb-holder.
F

P
ull out the bulb and change it.
To refit, carry out these operations in reverse
o r d e r.
Changing number plate lamp
bulbs (W5W - 5W)
F Push the cover inwards.
F T urn the bulb holder and pull it out.
F

R
emove the bulb and change it.
To refit, carry out these operations in reverse
o r d e r.
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Fuse N°Rating Functions
1 -Not used.
2 30 AInternal fuse.
3 40 AElectric motor.
4 40 ARadiator fan.
5 40 AElectric windows.
6 30 AVacuum pump.
7 15 AMain battery ECU.
8 15 AThird brake lamp.
9 15 AFront foglamps.
10 15 AWater pump.
Front compartment fuses
The fusebox is placed in the front compartment
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 CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
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