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7In the event of damage to the traction
battery
It is strictly prohibited to work on the vehicle
yourself.
Do not touch liquids coming from the battery,
and in the event of skin contact with these
products, wash abundantly with water and
contact a doctor as soon as possible.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
Disposal of the traction battery
The traction battery is designed for the life of the
vehicle if the recommendations of CITROËN are
followed.
If it becomes necessary to replace the battery,
contact the CITROËN dealer for instructions on
its disposal. Improper disposal carries the risk of
severe burns, electric shock, and damage to the
environment.
In accordance with regulations, CITROËN
ensures a second life or recycling of this
component in collaboration with qualified
operators.
Charging connectors and
indicator lamps
1. Charging connectors (Electric)
2. Deferred charging activation button
3. Nozzle locking indicator lamp
Fixed red: nozzle positioned correctly and
locked in the connector.
Flashing red: nozzle incorrectly positioned or
locking not possible.
4. Charging indicator lamp
State of charging
indicator lamp Meaning
Fixed white Welcome lighting on
opening the flap and
disconnecting the
charging cable.
Fixed blue Deferred charging.
Flashing green Charging.
Fixed green Charging complete.
The charging
indicator lamp goes
off after about 2
minutes as the
vehicle's functions go
into standby.
The indicator lamp
comes on again
when the vehicle is
unlocked with the
Keyless Entry and
Start system or when
a door is opened
to indicate that
the battery is fully
charged.
Fixed red Malfunction.
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4.The weight of the control unit must not be
borne by the electrical socket, plug and
cables.
5. Never use this charging cable if it is
defective or in any way damaged.
6. Never attempt to repair or open this
charging cable. It contains no repairable
parts - replace the charging cable if it is
damaged.
7. Never immerse this charging cable in water.
8. Never use this charging cable with an
extension cable, a multi-plug socket, a
conversion adaptor or on a damaged
electrical socket. 9.
Do not unplug the plug from the wall as a
means of stopping charging.
10. Immediately stop charging, by locking and
then unlocking the vehicle using the remote
control key, if the charging cable or wall
socket feel burning hot to the touch.
11 . This charging cable includes components
liable to cause electrical arcing or sparks.
Do not expose to flammable vapours.
12. Only use this charging cable with CITROËN
vehicles.
13. Never plug the cable into the wall socket (or
unplug it) with wet hands.
14. Do not force the connector if it is locked into
the vehicle.Control unit label - State of indicator
lamps
State of the
indicator lamp
Off
On
Flashing
POWER CHARGE FAULT SymbolDescription
Not connected to the power supply or power is not
available from the infrastructure.
(green)
(green)
(red)
The control unit is currently performing a self-test.
(green)
Connected only to the infrastructure or to the
infrastructure and to the Electric Vehicle (EV) but
no charging in progress.
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7For a full charge, follow the desired charging
procedure without pausing it, until it ends
automatically. Charging can be either immediate
or deferred (except fast public charger, mode 4).
You can stop domestic or accelerated charging
at any time by unlocking the vehicle and
removing the nozzle. For superfast charging,
refer to the fast public charger.
For more information on the charging displays
on the Instrument panel and the Touch screen,
refer to the corresponding section.
It is also possible to monitor the charging
progress using the MyCitroën App
application.
For more information on Remote functions,
refer to the corresponding section.
As a safety measure, the engine will not start if the charging cable is plugged into
the connector on the vehicle. A warning is
displayed on the instrument panel.
Cooling the traction battery
The cooling fan in the engine
compartment comes on during charging to
cool the on-board charger and the traction
battery.
Low load / Driving
Driving when the charge level of the
traction battery is too low can lead to the
vehicle breaking down and can lead to
accidents or serious injuries. ALWAYS make
sure the traction battery has a sufficient
charge level.
Low load / Parking
If the outside temperature is negative,
it is recommended not to park your vehicle
outside for several hours at a low load (less
than 20%).
Vehicle immobilised for 1 to 12
months
Discharge the traction battery down to 2 or
3 bars on the charge level indicator on the
instrument panel.
Do not connect the charging cable.
Always park the vehicle in a place with
temperatures between -10°C and 30°C
(parking in a place with extreme temperatures
can damage the traction battery).
Disconnect the cable from the (+) terminal
of the accessory battery in the engine
compartment.
Connect a 12 V battery charger to the (+)
and (-) terminals of the accessory battery
about every 3 months in order to recharge the
accessory battery and maintain an operating
voltage.
Precautions
Our electric vehicles have been developed in
accordance with the recommendations on the
maximum limits for electromagnetic fields, as
issued by the International Commission on Non-
Ionizing Radiation Protection
(ICNIRP - 1998
Guidelines).
Wearers of pacemakers or equivalent
devices
Ask your doctor about what precautions you should take, or ask the manufacturer
of your implanted electro-medical device about
whether its operation is guaranteed in an
environment which complies with the ICNIRP
recommendations.
If in doubt
Domestic or accelerated charging: do
not remain inside or near the vehicle, or near
the charging cable or charging unit, even for
a short time.
For domestic or accelerated charging
Before charging
Depending on the context:
►
Have a professional check that the
electrical system to be used complies with
applicable standards and is compatible with
the vehicle.
►
Have a professional electrician install
a dedicated domestic power socket or
accelerated charging unit (W
allbox)
compatible with the vehicle.
You should preferably use the charging cable
available as an accessory.
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For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
During charging
While charging is in progress, unlocking
the vehicle will cause the charging to stop.
If no action is taken on one of the openings
(door or boot) or on the charging nozzle, the
vehicle will lock again after 30 seconds and
charging will resume automatically.
Never work under the bonnet:
–
Some areas remain very hot, even an hour
after charging ends - risk of burns!
–
The fan may start at any time - risk of cuts
or strangulation!
After charging
Check that the charging flap is closed.
Do not leave the cable connected to the
domestic power socket - risk of short-circuit
or electrocution in the event of contact with or
immersion in water!
For superfast charging
Before charging
Check that the fast public charging
station and its charging cable are compatible
with the vehicle.
If the exterior temperature is below:
–
0°C, charging times may be extended.
– -20°C, charging is still possible, but
charging times may be extended even further
(the battery has to be heated first).
After charging
Check that the charging flap is closed.
Connection
► Before charging, check that the drive selector
is in mode P, otherwise charging is not possible.
►
Open the charging flap by pressing the
push-button, and check that there are no foreign
bodies on the charging connector
.
Domestic charging, mode 2
► Connect the charging cable from the control
unit to the domestic socket.
When the connection is made, all of the indicator
lamps on the control unit light up, then only the
POWER indicator lamp remains on in green.
►
Remove the protective cover from the
charging nozzle.
►
Insert the nozzle into the charging connector
.
The start of charging is confirmed by the flashing
green CHARGE indicator lamps in the flap, then
those on the control unit.
If this is not the case, charging has not
started; restart the procedure, ensuring that all
connections are properly established.
The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to
indicate that the nozzle is locked.
When charging is complete and while the
charging cable is still connected, opening
the driver's door will display the charge level
on the instrument panel for about 20 seconds.
Accelerated charging, mode 3
► Follow the accelerated charging unit
(W allbox) user instructions.
►
Remove the protective cover from the
charging nozzle.
►
Insert the nozzle into the charging connector
.
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7The start of charging is confirmed when the
charging indicator lamp in the flap flashes green.
If this is not the case, charging has not started;
restart the procedure, ensuring that the
connection has been properly established.
The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to
indicate that the nozzle is locked.
Superfast charging, mode 4
► Depending on version, remove the protective
cover from the lower part of the connector .
►
Follow the instructions for use of the fast
public charger and connect the cable from the
fast public charger
to the vehicle's connector.
The start of charging is confirmed by the flashing
green charging indicator lamp in the flap.
If this is not the case, charging has not started;
restart the procedure, ensuring that the
connection is properly established.
The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to
indicate that the nozzle is locked.
Deferred charging
Settings
At a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop, with
Bluetooth
® audio system
By default, the deferred charging start time is set
to midnight (vehicle time).
You can have the deferred charging start time
modified.
Visit a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
On a smartphone or tablet
You can programme the deferred charging function at any time via the
MyCitroën App application.
For more information on Remote functions,
refer to the corresponding section.
In the vehicle, with MyCitroën Drive
► In the Energy touch screen menu,
select the Charge page.
►
Set the charging start time.
►
Press
OK.
The setting is saved in the system.
Activation
Deferred charging is only possible with
modes 2 and 3.
►
After programming the deferred charging,
connect your vehicle to the desired charging
equipment.
► Lock the vehicle.
► Press this button in the flap within one
minute to activate the system (confirmed by the
charging indicator lamp coming on in blue).
Disconnection
Before disconnecting the nozzle from the
charging connector:
►
If the vehicle is unlocked, lock it and then
unlock it .
►
If the vehicle is locked, unlock it.
The red indicator lamp in the flap goes out to
confirm that the charging nozzle is unlocked.
►
In modes 2 and 3, remove the charging
nozzle within 30 seconds
.
The charging indicator lamp comes on in white.
With selective door unlocking activated,
press the unlocking button twice to
disconnect the charging nozzle.
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Recommendations
Distribute the load uniformly, taking care
to avoid overloading one of the sides.
Arrange the heaviest part of the load as close
as possible to the roof.
Secure the load firmly.
Drive gently: the vehicle will be more
susceptible to the effects of side winds and its
stability may be affected.
Regularly check the security and tight
fastening of the roof bars, at least before each
trip.
Remove the roof bars once they are no longer
needed.
As this value may change, please verify the maximum load quoted in the guide
supplied with the roof bars.
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt the speed
of the vehicle to the profile of the road to
avoid damaging the roof bars and the fixings
on the vehicle.
Be sure to refer to national legislation in order
to comply with the regulations for transporting
objects that are longer than the vehicle.
Roof bars
A maximum of 3 roof bars (or 2 bars for the
version with panoramic sunroof) can be installed
- use the positions marked in green.
With panoramic sunroof
Max. authorised load weight:
– over 2 roof bars: 100 kg,
–
distributed over 3 roof bars: 150
kg.
To install the transverse roof bars, use the fixing
points provided for this purpose:
► Open the fixing covers on each bar .
► Put each fixing point in place and lock them
to the roof one by one.
►
Ensure that the roof bars are correctly fitted
(by shaking them).
►
Close the fixing covers on each bar
.
The bars can be interchanged and are adaptable
to each pair of fixing points.
Roof racks
Max. authorised load weight:
– XS: 140 kg,
–
M and XL: 170 kg.
T
o fit a roof rack, use the fixing points provided
for this purpose:
►
Place the roof rack on the roof aligned with
the fixing points and secure each one to the roof
in turn.
►
Ensure that the roof rack is correctly fitted (by
shaking it).
Bonnet
Stop & Start
Before doing anything under the bonnet,
you must switch off the ignition to avoid any
risk of the engine restarting automatically.
Take care with objects or clothing that could
be caught in the blades of the cooling fan
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7or in certain moving components - risk of
strangulation and serious injury!
Electric motor
Take care with objects or clothing that
could be caught in the blades of the cooling
fan or in certain moving components - risk of
strangulation and serious injury!
Before carrying out any work under the
bonnet, you must switch off the ignition, check
that the READY indicator lamp is off on the
instrument panel and disconnect the nozzle
from the charging connector if it is connected.
The location of the interior bonnet release lever prevents the bonnet being
opened when the left-hand front door is
closed.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the bonnet stay
with care (risk of burns), using the protected
area.
When the bonnet is open, take care not to
damage the safety catch.
Do not open the bonnet under very windy
conditions.
Cooling of the engine when stopped
The engine cooling fan may start after
the engine has been switched off.
Take care with objects or clothing that
could be caught in the blades of the fan!
Opening
► Open the door .
► Pull the release lever 1 , located at the bottom
of the door frame, towards you.
►
T
ilt the safety catch 2 upwards, then raise the
bonnet.
►
Unclip the stay
3 from its housing and place it
in the support slot to hold the bonnet open.
Closing
► Hold the bonnet and pull out the stay from the
support slot.
►
Clip the stay in its housing.
►
Lower the bonnet and release it near the end
of its travel.
►
Pull on the bonnet to check that it is locked
correctly
.
Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is strongly
recommended that exposure to water (rain,
washing, etc.) be limited.
Engine compartment
The engine shown here is an example for
illustrative purposes only.
The locations of the following components may
vary:
–
Air filter
.
–
Engine oil dipstick.
–
Engine oil filler cap.
–
Priming pump.
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be excluded: do not inhale the fluid. Ammonia
vapours have an irritant effect on mucous
membranes (eyes, nose and throat).
Store AdBlue® out of the reach of
children, in its original container.
Procedure
Before starting the top-up procedure, ensure that
the vehicle is parked on a flat and level surface.
In wintry conditions, ensure that the temperature
of the vehicle is above -11°C. Otherwise the
AdBlue
® may be frozen and so cannot be poured
into the tank. Park the vehicle in a warmer area
for a few hours to allow the top-up to be carried
out.
Never pour the AdBlue® into the Diesel
fuel tank.
If any AdBlue® is splashed, or if there are
any spillages on the bodywork, rinse
immediately with cold water or wipe with a
damp cloth.
If the fluid has crystallised, clean it off using a
sponge and hot water.
Important: in the event of a top-up after
a breakdown because of a lack of
AdBlue, it is essential to wait around 5
minutes before switching on the ignition,
without opening the driver’s door,
unlocking the vehicle, inserting the key
into the ignition switch, or bringing the
key for the "Keyless Entry and Start"
system into the passenger compartment.
Switch on the ignition, then wait for 10
seconds before starting the engine.
►
Switch off the ignition and remove the key
from the switch to switch off the engine.
or
►
With Keyless Entry and Start, press the
"
START/STOP" button to switch off the engine.
Accessing the AdBlue® tank
► To access the AdBlue® tank, open the front
left-hand door.
►
T
urn the blue cap a 6
th of a turn
anti-clockwise.
►
Release the cap upwards.
►
With a container of
AdBlue
®: after checking
the expiry date, read the instructions on the
label carefully before pouring the contents of the
container into the vehicle's AdBlue tank.
►
With an
AdBlue® pump: insert the nozzle and
fill the tank until the nozzle automatically cuts
out.
► After filling, perform the same sequence of
operations in reverse order .
In order not to overfill the AdBlue® tank:
–
Add between 10 and 13 litres using
AdBlue® containers.
–
Stop after the nozzle’ s first automatic cut-
out, if you are refilling at a service station.
The system only registers AdBlue
® top-ups of
5
litres or more.
If the AdBlue® tank is completely empty
– which is confirmed by the message
“Top up
AdBlue: Starting impossible ” – it is
essential to add at least 5 litres.
Free-wheeling
In certain situations, it is necessary to put the
vehicle into free-wheeling mode (e.g. towing, on
a rolling road, automatic car wash (Wash mode),
rail or sea transport).
The procedure varies according to the type of
gearbox and parking brake.
Never leave the vehicle unattended with
the vehicle into free-wheeling mode.