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Ease of use and comfort
USB socket(s) 
 
Socket 1 enables audio files sent to your audio 
system to be played through the vehicle's 
speakers.
When the USB socket is used, the 
portable device charges automatically.
While charging, a message is displayed if the 
power drawn by the portable device exceeds 
the current supplied by the vehicle.
For more information about how to use this 
equipment, refer to the sections describing 
the audio and telematics systems.
* Only on the Citroën Berlingo V an.
Socket 1 allows a 
smartphone to be 
connected 
by Android Auto
® or CarPlay®, 
enabling certain smartphone applications to be 
used on the touch screen.
Sockets 1 and 2* allow a portable device to be 
connected in order to charge it.
For best results, use a cable made or approved 
by the device manufacturer.
These applications can be managed using the 
steering-mounted controls or the audio system 
controls.
220 V/50 Hz socket 
 
 
AC 220V
50Hz 120W
 
It is located on the side of the central storage 
compartment.
This socket (max. power: 150
  W) operates with 
the engine running, and with the Stop & Start 
system in STOP mode.
►
 
Lift the protective cover
 .
►
 
Check that the green indicator lamp is on.
► Connect your multimedia or other electrical 
device (telephone charger , laptop computer, 
CD-DVD player, bottle warmer, etc.).
In the event of a malfunction, the 
green
  indicator   lamp flashes.
Have the socket checked by a CITROËN dealer 
or a qualified workshop.
Connect only one device at a time to the 
socket (do not use extension leads or 
multi-socket adapters).
Connect only devices with class II insulation 
(shown on the device).
Do not use metal-cased devices (e.g. electric 
shaver, etc.).
As a safety measure, if power  consumption is high and power is 
required by the vehicle's electrical system 
(due to severe weather conditions, electrical 
overload, etc.), power to the socket may be 
cut off, in which case the green indicator lamp 
goes off.
Wireless smartphone 
charger
 
 
    

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Driving
same as the others), the pressure readjusted 
and the  reinitialisation   carried out.
Head-up display
System which projects various information onto a 
smoked blade placed in the driver's field of vision 
to avoid the driver having to take their eyes off 
the road.
Information displayed 
during operation
 
 
Once the system has been activated, the 
following information is grouped together in the 
head-up display:
A.The speed of your vehicle.
B. Cruise control/speed limiter information.
C. If your vehicle is suitably equipped, distances 
between vehicles, automatic emergency 
braking alerts and navigation instructions.
D.If your vehicle is suitably equipped, speed 
limit information.
For more information on  Navigation, 
refer to the section Audio equipment 
and telematics.
Selector 
 
 
 
1. Switching on
2. Switching off (long press)
3. Brightness adjustment
4. Display height adjustment
Activation/Deactivation
► With the engine running, press button  1  to 
activate the system and deploy the projection 
blade.
 
 
► Press and hold button  2  to deactivate the 
system and retract the projection blade.
The state of the system is saved when the 
engine is switched off and restored on restarting.
Adjusting the height
► With the engine running, adjust the display to 
the desired height using the buttons  4
:
•
 
up to move the display up,
•
 
down to move the display down.
Brightness adjustment
► With the engine running, adjust the 
brightness of the information display using the 
buttons 
3:
•
 
on the "sun" to increase the brightness,
•
 
on the "moon" to decrease the brightness.
When stationary or while driving, no 
objects should be placed around the 
projection blade (or in its recess) so as not to 
impede its movement and correct operation.   

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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
 .
The 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 touch screen 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 CITROËN Connect Nav
► 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.
 
 
► Press this button in the flap within one 
minute to activate the system (confirmed by the 
charging indicator lamp coming on in blue).
►
 
Lock the vehicle.
Disconnection 
 
Before disconnecting the nozzle from the 
charging connector:
► 
If the vehicle is unlocked,  lock it and then 
unlock it .   

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7► 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 locking of the nozzle is linked to the locking of the loading area. For more 
information on  Complete or selective 
unlocking , refer to the corresponding 
section.
The charging indicator lamp comes on in white.
With selective door unlocking activated, 
press the unlocking button twice to 
disconnect the charging nozzle.
When charging is complete, the green 
charging indicator lamp in the flap goes 
out after about 2 minutes.
Domestic charging, mode 2
The end of charging is confirmed when the green 
CHARGE indicator lamp on the control unit and 
the green charging indicator lamp in the flap 
come on fixed.
►
 
Replace the protective cover on the charging 
nozzle and close the charging flap.
►
 
Disconnect the control unit end of the 
charging cable from the domestic socket.
Accelerated charging, mode 3
The end of charging is indicated by the charging 
control unit and by the fixed lighting of the green 
indicator lamp in the flap.
►
 
Hang up the nozzle on the charging unit and 
close the charging flap.
Superfast charging, mode 4
The end of charging is indicated by the charger 
and by the fixed lighting of the green indicator 
lamp in the flap.
► You can also pause charging by 
pressing this button in the flap (in mode 4 
only).
►
 
Hang up the nozzle on the charger
 .
►
 
Depending on version, replace the protective 
cover on the lower section and close the 
charging flap.
When the charging nozzle is 
disconnected, a message on the 
instrument panel indicates that charging is 
complete, even if the charging nozzle was 
disconnected before full charging was 
completed.
Energy economy mode
This system manages the duration of use of 
certain functions, in order to conserve a sufficient 
level of charge in the battery with the ignition off.
After switching off the engine and for a maximum 
cumulative period of around 30 minutes, you can 
continue to use functions such as the audio and 
telematics system, dipped beam headlamps or 
courtesy lamps.
Selecting the mode
A confirmation message is displayed when 
energy economy mode is entered, and the active 
functions are placed on standby.
If a telephone call is in progress at the 
time, it will be maintained for around 10 
minutes via the audio system’s hands-free 
system.
Exiting the mode
These functions are automatically reactivated the 
next time the vehicle is used.
To restore the use of these functions 
immediately, start the engine and let it run:
–
 
For less than 10 minutes, to use the 
equipment for approximately 5 minutes.
–
 
For more than 10 minutes, to use the 
equipment for approximately 30 minutes.
Let the engine run for the specified duration to 
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
T
o recharge the battery, avoid repeatedly or 
continuously restarting the engine.
A flat battery prevents the engine from  starting.
For more information on the  12
  V battery, 
refer to the corresponding section.   

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With an automatic gearbox 
and electric parking brake
 / 
To release them
► With the engine running and while depressing 
the brake pedal, set the gear selector to  N
.
►
 
While depressing the brake pedal, switch off 
the engine.
►
 
Release the brake pedal, then switch on the 
ignition again.
►
 
While depressing the brake pedal, press the 
control lever to release the parking brake.
►
 
Release the brake pedal, then switch off the 
ignition.
Reverting to normal operation
► While depressing the brake pedal, restart the 
engine and select mode  P .
With drive selector and 
electric parking brake
 / 
Release procedure
► With the vehicle stationary and the engine 
running, depress the brake pedal and select 
mode
  N.
Within 5
  seconds:
► Depress and hold the brake pedal, then 
observe this order: switch off the engine and 
move the push selector forwards or backwards.
►
 
Release the brake pedal, then switch on the 
ignition.
►
 
Place your foot on the brake and press the 
electric parking brake control to release it.
►
 
Release the brake pedal, then switch off the 
ignition.
A message is displayed on the  instrument panel to confirm the unlocking 
of the wheels for 15
  minutes.
When the vehicle is free-wheeling, the 
audio system cannot be updated (message 
displayed on the instrument panel).
After 15 minutes or reverting to normal 
operation
► While depressing the brake pedal, restart the 
engine and select mode  P .
Advice on care and maintenance
General recommendations
Observe the following recommendations to avoid 
damaging the vehicle.
Exterior
Never use a high-pressure jet wash in 
the engine compartment - risk of 
damaging the electrical components!
Do not wash the vehicle in bright sunshine or 
extremely cold conditions.
When washing the vehicle in an 
automatic roller-brush car wash, be sure 
to lock the doors and, depending on version, 
move the electronic key away.
When using a pressure washer, keep the jet 
nozzle at a minimum distance of 30 cm from 
the vehicle (particularly when cleaning areas 
containing chipped paint, sensors or seals).
Promptly clean up any stains containing 
chemicals liable to damage the vehicle's 
paintwork (including tree resin, bird 
droppings, insect secretions, pollen and tar).
Depending on the environment, clean the 
vehicle frequently to remove salty deposits 
(in coastal areas), soot (in industrial areas) 
and mud/salts (in wet or cold areas). These 
substances can be highly corrosive.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop for advice on removing stubborn 
stains requiring special products (such as tar 
or insect removers).
Preferably, have paint touch-ups performed 
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
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In the event of a breakdown
8circumstances be discarded with household 
waste.
Dispose of used batteries at a designated 
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.
Electric motor
Flat accessory battery
It is no longer possible to start the motor 
or recharge the traction battery.
Precautions before working on the 
accessory battery
Select mode
  P, switch off the ignition, check 
that the instrument panel is off and that the 
vehicle is not being charged.
Jump-starting another vehicle
Do not use the accessory 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.
Access to the battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
►  Open the bonnet using the interior release 
lever
, then the exterior safety catch.
►
 
Secure the bonnet stay
 .
 
 
The battery (-) terminal is not accessible.
There is a remote earth point near the battery.
For more information on the  Bonnet and 
the Engine , refer to the corresponding 
sections.
Starting using another 
battery
If the vehicle's battery is flat, the engine can be 
started using a backup battery (either external or 
from another vehicle) and jump leads or using a 
battery booster.
Never start the engine by connecting a 
battery charger.
Never use a 24
  V or higher battery booster.
Check beforehand that the backup battery 
has a nominal voltage of 12
  V and a capacity 
at least equal to that of the discharged 
battery.
The two vehicles must not be in contact with 
each other.
Switch off all electricity-consuming equipment 
on both vehicles (audio system, wipers, 
lighting, etc.).
Make sure that the jump leads are well away 
from the engine’s moving parts (fan, belt, 
etc.).
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal while the 
engine is running.
    

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In the event of a breakdown
 
► Connect the red cable to the (+) terminal of 
flat battery   A (at the metal elbow), then to the 
(+) terminal of the backup battery
  B or of the 
booster.
►
 
Connect one end of the green or black cable 
to the (-) terminal of the backup battery
  B or of 
the booster (or to an earth point on the assisting 
vehicle).
►
 
Connect the other end of the green or black 
cable to the earth point
 
C
 .
►
 
Start the engine on the assisting vehicle and 
leave it running for a few minutes.
►
 
Operate the starter on the broken down 
vehicle and let the engine run.
If the engine does not start immediately
, switch 
off the ignition and wait a few moments before 
trying again.
►
 
W
 ait for it to return to idle.
►
 
Disconnect the jump leads  in reverse order.
►
 
Allow the engine to run for at least 
30
  minutes, with the vehicle stationary, so that 
the battery reaches an adequate state of charge.
Driving immediately without having 
reached a sufficient level of charge may 
affect some of the vehicle's functions (e.g. 
Stop & Start).
To disconnect, proceed in reverse order. 
Automatic gearbox
Never try to start the engine by pushing 
the vehicle.
Some functions, including Stop & Start, 
are not available if the battery is not 
sufficiently charged.
Charging the battery using a 
battery charger
For optimum service life of the battery, it is 
essential to maintain an adequate state of 
charge.
In some circumstances, it may be necessary to 
charge the battery:
–
 
When using the vehicle mainly for short 
journeys.
–
 
If the vehicle is to be taken off the road for 
several weeks.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
To charge the vehicle's battery yourself,  use only a charger compatible with 
lead-acid batteries with a nominal voltage of 
12   V.
Follow the instructions provided by the 
manufacturer of the charger.
Never reverse polarities.
It is not necessary to disconnect the 
battery.
►
 
Switch the ignition off.
►
 
Switch off all electrical consumers (audio 
system, lighting, wipers, etc.).
 
 
► Switch off charger  B  before connecting 
the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any 
dangerous sparks.
►
 
Ensure that the charger cables are in good 
condition.
►
 
Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if the 
vehicle has one.
►
 
Connect the cables of charger  B
 as follows:   

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In the event of a breakdown
8• the positive (+) red cable to the (+) terminal 
of battery  A,
•
 
the negative (-) black cable to earth point  C
 
on the vehicle.
►
 
At the end of the charging operation, switch 
off charger  B
 before disconnecting the cables 
from battery A.
If this label is present, use only a 12 V 
charger to avoid causing irreversible 
damage to the electrical components.
24V
12V
Frozen battery
Never try to charge a frozen battery - risk 
of explosion!
If the battery has frozen, have it checked by a 
CITROËN dealer or by a qualified workshop, 
who will verify that the internal components 
have not been damaged and that the case 
has not cracked, which could lead to a risk of 
leakage of toxic and corrosive acid.
Disconnecting/reconnecting 
the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state of 
charge for starting the engine, we recommend  disconnecting the battery if the vehicle is to be 
unused for an extended period.
Before disconnecting the battery:
►
 
Close all openings (doors, tailgate, windows, 
roof).
►
  
Switch off all electricity-consuming devices 
(audio system, wipers, lamps, etc.).
►
  
Switch off the ignition and wait for 4
   minutes.
After accessing the battery, it is only necessary 
to disconnect the (+) terminal.
Quick-release terminal clamp
Disconnecting the (+) terminal 
 
► Depending on equipment, lift the plastic cover 
on the  (+) terminal.
►
 
Raise lever
  
A
  fully to release clamp  
B
 .
►
 
Remove clamp
  
B
  by lifting it off.
Reconnecting the (+) terminal 
 
► Raise lever A  fully.
►  Refit open clamp  B  on the (+) terminal.
►
 
Push clamp
   B fully down.
►
 
Lower lever
  
A
  to lock clamp   B.
►
 
Depending on equipment, lower the plastic 
cover on the 
(+) terminal.
Do not force the lever when pressing on 
it, as if the clamp is not positioned 
correctly, locking will then not be possible. 
Start the procedure again.
Following reconnection
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the 
ignition and wait 1   minute before starting the 
engine, to enable the electronic systems to 
initialise.
If minor problems nevertheless persist following 
this operation, contact a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.