2021 CITROEN AMI Handbook (in English)

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Practical information
7The charge level increases slowly as charging
progresses.
When the charge is completed, the instrument
panel switches off.
Disconnection
► Disconnect the charging cable from the
power socket.
►
Open the passenger door.
► Store all of the charging cable inside its
housing.
►
Close the passenger door.
Electric motor

1. Screenwash fluid reservoir
2. Fuse box
3. 12
V battery
4. T

raction battery/48
V electrical circuit
5. Electric motor
6. Brake fluid reservoir
Checking levels
Check all of the following levels regularly in
accordance with the Manufacturer's service
schedule. Top them up if required, unless
otherwise indicated.
If a particular level has dropped significantly,
have the corresponding circuit checked by a
dealer or qualified workshop.
Fluids must comply with the
Manufacturer's recommendations.
Used products
Avoid prolonged contact of used fluids
with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to health and
very corrosive.
Do not discard used fluids into sewers
or onto the ground.
Drain used fluids into the dedicated
containers provided by dealers or qualified
workshops.
Brake fluid
Before doing any work
Switch off the ignition, apply the parking
brake, check that the instrument panel is off
and that the charging cable is not connected.
To find out how often the brake fluid should be
replaced, refer to the Manufacturer's servicing
schedule.
Removing front bumper

► Remove the 2 lower fixing screws from the
frame.
►
Remove the 2 upper access flaps from the
wings, pass an arm under the wing and lift it up.
►
Remove the 2 upper side fixing screws from
the flaps.
►
Remove the 2 lower side fixing screws from
the wheel arches.
►
Pull the bumper horizontally for about ten
centimetres until the attachment points come
away.
►
Disconnect the indicator wiring looms.
Before topping up, it is necessary to
protect the motor and its connectors in

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order to avoid any risk of brake fluid splashing
onto them.
Topping up
Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed
container.
►
Clean the cap before removing it to refill.The level of this fluid should be close to the "MAX" mark. If not, check the brake
pads for wear.
Refitting front bumper
► Bring the bumper close to the frame.
► Connect the indicator wiring looms.
► Place it in position and then push the bumper
horizontally until the attachment points clip into
place.
►
Screw the 2 upper side fixing screws into the
flaps.
►
Screw the 2 lower side fixing screws into the
wheel arches.
►
Screw the 2 lower fixing screws into the
frame.
►
Clip the 2 upper access flaps to the wings.
Screenwash fluid
Access/Topping up
The fluid must be topped up with a pre-mixed
product.
In winter (temperatures below 0°C), a fluid
containing an anti-freeze agent which is
appropriate for the temperature conditions
must be used in order to protect the system's
components (pump, tank, ducts, jets).
Filling with pure water is prohibited in all
circumstances (risk of freezing,
limescale, etc.).
► Top up to the required level when
necessary .
Tank capacity: 1 litre.


► Turn both fixing screws a quarter turn.
► Unclip the access cover.
► Remove the cap from the tank to top up.
Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these
components in accordance with the
Manufacturer's service schedule.
Otherwise, have them checked by a dealer or
qualified workshop.
Only use products recommended by the
Manufacturer or products of equivalent
quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
components as important as those in the
braking system, the Manufacturer selects and
offers very specific products.
12 V battery
The battery does not require any maintenance.
Check regularly that the terminals are correctly
tightened and that the connections are clean.
For more information on the precautions
to take before any work on the 12 V
battery
, refer to the corresponding section.
Manual parking brake
If you notice excessive brake lever travel
or decreased effectiveness, the parking
brake must be adjusted, even between two
services.
This system must be checked by a dealer or
qualified workshop.
Brake pads/Discs/Drums
Brake wear depends on the style of
driving, particularly in the case of vehicles
used in town, over short distances. It may be
necessary to have the condition of the brakes
checked, even between vehicle services.

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7Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a drop in the
brake fluid level indicates that the brake pads
are worn.
For information on checking brake disc/
drum wear, contact a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
After washing the vehicle, moisture, or in wintry conditions, ice can form on the
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may
be reduced. Gently dab the brakes to dry and
defrost them.
Wheels and tyres
All tyre pressures must be checked when the tyres are cold.
The pressures indicated on the tyre pressure
label are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have driven
for more than 10 minutes or more than 6 miles
(10 kilometres), add 0.3 bar (30 kPa) to the
values indicated on the label.
Under-inflation increases energy
consumption. Non-compliant tyre
pressures cause tyres to wear prematurely
and have an adverse effect on the vehicle's
road holding - risk of accident!
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces the
braking and road holding performance of the
vehicle. We recommended regularly checking
the condition of tyres (tread and sidewalls) and
wheel rims as well as the presence of valves. When the wear indicators no longer appear set
back from the tread, the depth of the grooves is
less than 1.6 mm; it is essential to replace the
tyres.
Using different size wheels and tyres from those
specified can affect the lifetime of tyres, wheel
rotation, ground clearance, the speedometer
reading and have an adverse effect on road
holding.
Shock absorbers
It is not easy for drivers to detect when
shock absorbers are worn. Nevertheless,
shock absorbers have a major impact on road
holding and braking performance.
For your safety and driving comfort, it is
important to have them regularly checked by a
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Changing to free-wheeling
In certain situations, you must allow the vehicle
to free-wheel (when being towed, on a rolling
road, transport by rail or sea, etc.).
►
Switch the ignition off.
► Release the parking brake.
Advice on care and maintenance
General information - Exterior
Do not wash the vehicle in full sunshine
or in extremely cold conditions.
Do not use a high pressure washer or
automatic carwash to clean the vehicle.
Use a water jet (temperature between +20°C
and +40°C).
Before starting to clean your vehicle,
remember to lock the windows and
doors.
Use a sponge and soapy water or a pH
neutral product.
Move the water jet perpendicular to the
surface to be cleaned, avoiding the door
seals.
Rinse the vehicle using demineralised water,
then gently wipe the bodywork with a clean
microfibre cloth.
Promptly clean off any marks containing
corrosive chemical substances liable to
damage the vehicle's paintwork (including
tree resin, bird droppings, insect secretions,
pollen and tar).
If justified by the environment, clean the
vehicle more frequently to remove salty
deposits (in coastal areas), soot (in industrial

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areas) and mud (in wet or cold areas). These
substances can be highly corrosive.
Contact a dealer or qualified workshop for
advice on removing stubborn stains requiring
special products (such as tar or insect
removers).
General information - Interior
When cleaning your vehicle, never clean
the interior with a jet of water.
Any liquids carried inside the vehicle in mugs
or other open containers can spill, presenting
a risk of damage if they come into contact
with the controls on the dashboard. Be alert!
Bodywork
Do not use abrasive products or
solvents, petrol or oil to clean the
bodywork.
Never use an abrasive sponge to clean
stubborn stains. Risk of scratching the
paintwork!
Do not apply polish.
Decals
(Depending on version)
Do not use a high-pressure washer to
clean the vehicle - risk of damaging or
detaching the decals!
Use a high-flow hose (temperature
between 25°C and 40°C).
Place the jet of water perpendicular to the
surface to be cleaned.
Rinse the vehicle with demineralised water.
Textile - Maintenance
Do not use aggressive cleaning products
(e.g. alcohol, solvent or ammonia).
Do not use steam-cleaning systems - Risk of
affecting the adhesion of the fabrics!
Remove dust from the textile parts
regularly with a dry cloth, soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
Rub down the
textile parts once per year with
a clean, damp cloth.

After leaving overnight to
dry, brush with a soft-bristled brush.
Textile - Stain removal
Do not rub the stain or it may spread or
you may cause the substance to
penetrate the surface.
Act quickly by reducing the stain from its edges inwards.
Remove as much substance or solids as
possible using a spoon or spatula, and
remove
as much liquid as possible using
absorbent paper

.
Product/Procedure to use depending
on the type of stain:
–
Grease, oil and ink: clean with a pH-neutral
detergent.
–
Vomit: clean with sparkling mineral water

.
–
Blood: spread flour over the stain and allow
to dry; remove with a slightly damp cloth.
–
Mud: allow to dry and then remove with a
slightly damp cloth.
–
Cake, chocolate, ice cream: clean with
lukewarm water.
–
Sugary and/or alcoholic drinks: clean with
lukewarm water, or lemon juice if the stain is
persistent.
–
Hair gel, coffee, tomato sauce, vinegar:
clean with lukewarm water and lemon juice.
For solid substances, then use a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
For liquid substances, then use a damp
microfibre cloth and then dry with another
cloth.

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In the event of a breakdown
8Changing a wheel
The vehicle is not equipped with on-board tools,
such as a jack or wheel brace.
In the event of a flat tyre, call a dealer or
qualified workshop.
To have winter tyres fitted or the wheels
changed, consult a dealer or qualified workshop.
Changing a bulb
Cleaning
The headlamps have polycarbonate
lenses with a protective coating:
–
Do not clean them with a dry or abrasive
cloth, nor with detergent or solvent
products.
–
Use a sponge and soapy water or a pH
neutral product.
–
When using a jet of water to clean off
persistent marks, do not keep the jet directed
towards the headlamps, lamps or their
edges for too long, so as not to damage their
protective coating and seals.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Do not touch LED headlamps/lamps.
To replace this type of bulb, you must consult
a dealer or qualified workshop.
Direction indicators
Rapid flashing of the indicator lamp for a
direction indicator
(left or right) indicates that
one of the bulbs on the corresponding side
has failed.
Front lamps

1. Direction indicators
2. Sidelamps
3. Dipped beam headlamps
Rear lamps

1.Direction indicators
2. Sidelamps
3. Brake lamps
4. Number plate lamp

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In the event of a breakdown
Number plate lamp
Removing

► Lie down behind the vehicle in the middle of
the rear bumper.
►
Pass your arm behind the bumper to reach
the lamp above the foam shock absorber.
►
Pinch the fixing clip holding the lamp.
► Push the lamp down while holding the fixing
clip.
►
Disconnect the lamp from its wiring loom.
► Leave the wiring loom dangling through the
bumper.
Refitting
► Connect the new lamp to the suspended
wiring loom.
►
Replace the lamp into its housing by pressing
it until it clips into place.
Changing a fuse
Before changing a fuse:
► Identify the cause of the fault and fix it.
► Switch off all power consumption.
► Immobilise the vehicle and switch off the
ignition.
►
Identify the defective fuse using the current
allocation tables and diagrams.
To replace a fuse, it is essential to:
►
Pull the fuse out of its housing and check the
state of its filament.
►
Always replace the failed fuse with a fuse of
the same rating (same colour); use of a different
rating may cause malfunctions - risk of fire!
If the fault recurs soon after replacing a fuse,
have the electrical system checked by a dealer
or qualified workshop.


Good


Faulty
The fuse allocation tables and corresponding diagrams are available
through a dealer or qualified workshop.
Replacement with a fuse not shown in the
allocation tables could cause a serious
malfunction of the vehicle. Consult a dealer or
qualified workshop.
Installing electrical accessories
Before fitting other electrical equipment
or accessories to your vehicle, contact a
dealer or a qualified workshop.
The Manufacturer accepts no responsibility
for any costs incurred in repairing the vehicle
or for rectifying malfunctions resulting from
the installation of accessories not supplied
or not recommended by the Manufacturer
and not installed in accordance with its
recommendations, in particular when the
combined power consumption of all of the
additional equipment connected exceeds 10
milliamperes.
Accessing the fuses

► Turn both fixing screws a quarter turn.
► Unclip the access cover.
► Pull out the faulty fuse and replace it.

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In the event of a breakdown
8Fuse table - Box 1

Fuse N° Rating(Amps)Functions
F1 2 ABrake switch
(+Battery)
F2 2 AMain computer
(+Battery)
F3 7.5 AFan
F4 3 AInstrument panel
F5 2 ABattery computer
F6 7.5 AHorn
F7 50 ABattery drive train/
DC/DC converter
Fuse table - Box 2

Fuse N° Rating
(Amps)Functions
F1 2 ASteering mounted
control (left)
F2 4 AMain computer
(+After ignition)
F3 15 AScreenwash pump
F5 2 AInstrument panel
warning lamps
F7 2 AMotor computer
F8 2 ABrake switch (+After
ignition)
F9 3 AUSB socket
- Lighting for
ventilation/heating/
demisting buttons,
drive selector
Fuse N° Rating
(Amps)Functions
F 11 7.5 ADiagnostic socket
F12 15 AWiper motor
(+Battery)
F13 2 ARear left wheel
speed sensor
F14 3 ASidelamps front
left and rear right -
Number plate lamp
F15 2 ASidelamps rear left
and front right
F16 3 ARight-hand dipped
beam headlamp
F17 3 ALeft-hand dipped
beam headlamp
F18 15 AWiper motor (+After
ignition)
12 V battery
Lead-acid starter batteries
These batteries contain harmful
substances (sulphuric acid and lead).
They must be disposed of in accordance
with regulations and must never under any
circumstances be discarded with household
waste.

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In the event of a breakdown
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection point.
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
All operations on the battery must be carried
out in a well ventilated area and away from
naked flames and sources of sparks, to avoid
any risk of explosion or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards.
Flat 12 V battery
It is no longer possible to start the motor
or recharge the traction battery.
Before working on the 12 V battery
Switch off the ignition, apply the parking
brake, check that the instrument panel is off
and that the charging cable is not connected.
Recharging the 12 V battery
Do not recharge the battery without first
disconnecting the terminals and removing the
battery.
Do not disconnect the battery terminals while
the
READY
indicator lamp is lit, or while the
vehicle is charging.
Jump-starting another vehicle
Do not use the 12 V battery to jump-start
another vehicle or to charge another vehicle's
battery
.
Symbols
No sparks or naked flames, no smoking.
Always protect your eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness and injury.
Keep the vehicle's battery out of the reach
of children.
The vehicle's battery contains sulphuric acid which can make you go blind or
cause severe burns.
For more information, refer to the
handbook.
Explosive gases can be present close to
the battery.
Removing/Refitting
Removing rear bumper
► Remove the number plate lamp prior to
starting.
For more information on the Number plate
lamp, refer to the corresponding section.
►
Pass the lamp's suspended wiring loom
behind the bumper.


► Remove the 2 lower fixing screws from the
frame.
►
Remove the 2 upper access flaps from the
wings, pass an arm under the wing and lift it up.
►
Remove the 2 upper side fixing screws from
the flaps.
►
Remove the 2 lower side fixing screws from
the wheel arches.
►
Pull the bumper horizontally for about ten
centimetres until the attachment points come
away.
►
Disconnect the indicator wiring looms.