2022 CITROEN E-MEHARI Owners Manual

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Tyre under-inflation
detection
System which automatically checks the
pressures of the tyres while driving.
The system monitors the pressure in all four
tyres, once the vehicle is moving.
The system triggers an alert as soon as it
detects a drop in the pressure of one or more
tyres.
The tyre under-inflation detection system
does not replace the need for vigilance on
the part of the driver.
This system still requires you to check the
tyre inflation pressure (including the spare
wheel, where fitted) every month as well
as before a
long journey.
Driving with under-inflated tyres impairs
handling, extends braking distances and
causes premature tyre wear, particularly
in adverse conditions (heavy loads, high
speeds, long journeys).
Driving with under-inflated tyres
increases energy consumption. The tyre pressure specifications for your
vehicle can be found on the tyre pressure
label.
For more information on the
Identification markings
, refer to the
corresponding section.
Tyre pressures should be checked when
the tyres are "cold" (vehicle stopped for
1
hour or after a journey of less than
6
miles (10 km) at moderate speeds).
Other wise (when hot), add 0.3
bar to the
pressures shown on the label.
Under-inflation alert
It is indicated by this warning lamp
coming on, fixed. F
Reduce speed immediately, avoid excessive
steering movements and sudden braking.
F Stop as soon as possible, when traffic
conditions allow.
The loss of pressure detected does not
always cause visible bulging of the tyre.
Do not rely on a simple visual check.
F If you have a compressor (such as the
one in the temporary puncture repair kit),
check the pressures of the four tyres when
cold. If it is not possible to make this check
immediately, drive carefully at reduced
speed.
or
F In the event of a
puncture, use the
temporary puncture repair kit.
The alert is kept active until the system is
reinitialised.
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Reinitialisation
The system must be reinitialised after any
adjustment to the pressures of one or more
tyres, and after changing one or more wheels.Before reinitialising the system, ensure
that the pressures of the four tyres are
correct for the use of the vehicle and in
line with the recommendations on the tyre
pressure label.
The under-inflation detection system
does not give a
warning if a pressure is
incorrect at the time of reinitialisation.
The system must be reinitialised with the
ignition on and the vehicle stationary, via the
vehicle's configuration menu, in Advanced
settings.
The under-inflation alert can only be relied
on if the reinitialisation of the system has
been done with the pressures in the four
tyres correctly adjusted.
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Maintaining and servicing
your E-MEHARI
The maintenance and servicing of your vehicle
must be carried out by a CITROËN authorised
repairer or a


qualified professional and in line
with the principles stated in the Maintenance
and Warranty Guide.
Washing precautions
Never wash the charging socket, the
traction battery or under the bonnet using
a
high pressure jet wash: risk of damage
to the electrical system.
Never wash the vehicle while it is
charging: risk of electric shock that could
cause death.
Cleaning the vehicle by the regular use
of a
high pressure car wash with rotating
brushes is not recommended.
Not recommended for care
of the bodywork
- Degreasing or cleaning the mechanical components under the body, parts with
hinges, exterior plastic panels using a
high
pressure jet wash or spraying products not
intended for this purpose, such as solvents.
-

W
ashing the vehicle in direct sunlight.
-

R
emoving mud or stains without first
soaking with water.
Recommended for care of
the bodywork
- Washing your E-MEHARI regularly using car shampoo specifically created for the
care of vehicles with plastic body parts
(never with abrasive products).
-

R
insing and thoroughly hosing off as
soon as possible resinous deposits from
trees, fallout from industrial pollution and
bird droppings which produce a


chemical
reaction with the bodywork causing rapid
discolouration. Only the seats, covered with an impermeable
material, and the floor can be washed using
a
water jet (check first that the drainage holes,
located at the front on each side of the central
console in the passenger footwells are not
blocked).
Care of interior trim
Stains should always be dealt with quickly.
For all types of stain, you should use warm or
cold soapy water based on natural soap.
Detergents (washing up liquid, powder
products, alcohol-based products, etc.) must
not be used.
-

U
se a soft cloth.
-

R
inse and absorb the excess.
-

F
inish by wiping gently with a dry, soft cloth.
As it is not watertight, the dashboard must
never be washed using water.
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Charging your E-MEHARI
General information
Your E-MEHARI is an electric vehicle that
uses electric current at high voltage.
Failing to obser ve the correct handling
instructions can cause serious or fatal
injuries.
Ensure that you read and follow the
charging procedures recommended by
CITROËN.
To charge your E-MEHARI, you must use one
of the following:
-
A

charging cable including a

CCID unit
with a
domestic 230 V socket and a Type
2
connector.
-

A w
all box or a compatible public charging
point together with a


charging cable with
a
Type 2 connector.
Never use an extension lead. 1.
Type 2
charging nozzle.
Charging the LMP® battery fitted
to your E-MEHARI
In order to offer its optimum range,
your E-MEHARI's LMP® batter y must
be charged whenever possible,
par ticularly during periods when it is
parked for several hours.
A batter y charged to 100% cannot
remain parked for more than 48
hours
without being recharged.
To preser ve the long ser vice life of the
LMP
® battery, it must be charged to 100%
at least once a month.
Charging socket panel (access
to the charging socket)
The charging socket panel (1) on your
E-MEHARI cannot be locked.
Opening the charging socket panel gives
access to the socket for charging your
E-MEHARI.
Your E-MEHARI uses a
Type 2 connector
which allows charging from your domestic
power supply, from a
wall box installed at your
home, or at a
public charging point compatible
with this type of socket.
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A hibernation mode is available to reduce
energy consumption from the battery to
a

minimum.
In this way you can park your E-MEHARI, not
connected and therefore with no consumption
of electrical energy, for several weeks or even
several months.
If the LMP
® battery is completely discharged,
the 12

V battery could be damaged and require
replacement.
At a public or private
c harging point
You can charge your E-MEHARI at a public or
p rivate charging point, provided that you have
a


suitable cable for the type of charging point.
At home
Using a 16 A power point
If you have a 16 A charging power point or have
h ad one installed by an electrician, you can use
it to charge your E-MEHARI.
Using an ordinary domestic power point (230 V/16 A 10 A consumed)
Your E-MEHARI is supplied with a charging cable that has CCID electronic protection, allowing you
t o charge your E-MEHARI from any 230 V/16 A domestic power point that can support a continuous
current of 10
A.
Using this solution, the charging time is longer than if charged from a
16 A power point.
Use of CCID charging cable
(1)LEDs
(2) Cable
(3) Plug
(4) Control unit
(5) Cable
(6) Protective cover
Never use an extension lead.
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Obser ve the safety rules and follow the
steps indicated before use.
-
Us
e only the original charging cable.
-

D
o not attempt to dismantle or repair the
charging cable.
-

D
o not use an extension lead or adapter.
-

I
ncorrect use of the charging cable would
risk causing an accident such as an
electrical discharge or fire.
-

I
mmediately stop using the charging cable
if a
fault or problem occurs or if the FAULT
warning lamp lights up or flashes.
-

E
nsure that the plug is not allowed to
become wet.
-

D
o not touch the terminals on the charging
cable or the vehicle's charging socket.
-

D
o not use the charging cable if parts of
it are broken, frayed, cracked, open or
showing any other sign of damage.
-

K
eep the charging cable out of reach of
children.
-

W
hen using the charging cable, the
ambient temperature must not exceed
45


degrees Celsius.
-

H
andle the charging cable with care, avoid
dropping it and do not pull heavily on the
cable or the cord. The components of your E-MEHARI
comply with electromagnetic emission
standards. However, as a
precaution,
if you have a
pacemaker or any other
electrical medical device, ask your doctor
about any precautions to take.
-
E nsure that the electrical power supply is
220 -240 V 50 Hz alternating current.
-
B

efore connecting the charging cable,
check the nominal current indicated on
the charging cable, to ensure that the
power point and supply circuit are rated
sufficiently highly to charge your vehicle.
-

T
he charging cable allows 10 A of
continuous consumption, you must ensure
that the electrical installation (socket,
cables, etc.) for the charging have this
value of nominal current at a
minimum
and comply with the most recent electrical
cable standards and regulations in force in
your country or region.
-

T
he maximum nominal current depends
on the country.
-

T
he socket and wiring circuit must be
earthed and protected by a
circuit breaker
specifically designed for this purpose or
a
fuse to avoid any accident of electrical
origin.
-

C
ontact a qualified electrician if in any
doubt over the power point and wiring
circuit.
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Starting the charge
To start charging, the ignition must be
switched off, the car must be unlocked
with the RFID key ring, and the parking
brake activated.
1. Connect the plug (1) to a
230 V/16 A socket
that can support a
continuous current of 10
A. All the LEDs on the control unit light up
for half a
second then the POWER warning
lamp lights up permanently. 2.
Open and hold open the vehicle's charging
socket panel (on the right-hand rear wing).
Ensure that there is no foreign body in the
connector terminals or the charging plug.
3. Push the charging nozzle (2) into the
charging socket until it clicks in place. The
indicator lamp on the charging shut-off
button (1) starts to flash.
-

C

omponent parts may be damaged by
incorrect use.
-
E
nsure that the control unit of the
charging cable is placed so that any
contact with water is avoided.
-

A

void introducing any foreign bodies or
particles into the connector terminals
or charging plug.
-

A

void treading on, folding or knotting
the cable or cord.
-
A

void using the charging cable during
a


storm.
-

D

o not place heavy objects on the
charging cable.
-
W

hen charging, keep the charging
cable away from objects that become
hot.
-

W

hen the charging cable is not in
use, stow it with its protective cover in
a

cool, dry place that is not exposed to
direct sunlight.
-

D

o not use an extension lead with your
charging cable.
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Stopping the charge
The charging nozzle will only disconnect if
your E-MEHARI is unlocked using the personal
RFID key ring.
1.Press the charging shut-off button in
the charging socket panel, wait until the
charging nozzle is unlocked then pull it
out. If you do not remove the charging
nozzle within the next 10
seconds, the
vehicle star ts charging again. You will
then have to star t the operation again.
2. Refit the protective cover on the charging
nozzle.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power point.
4.
Charging starts automatically. The
CHARGING indicator lamp on the control
unit comes on to indicate that charging is
in progress.
Several signals indicate that the vehicle's
battery is charging:
-

T

he right-hand rear lamp flashes 5

times at
the start of the charge.
-

T

he charging indicator lamp (in the form of
a

green plug) in the display screen flashes
continuously.
Flashing green continuously: charging is in
progress.
Fixed green: charging is complete.
-

T

he indicator lamp on the charging shut-off
button gives the same indication as the
charging indicator lamp on the display.
Flashing green continuously: charging is in
progress.
Fixed green: charging is complete.
If the central screen is lit, the message
"Charging" will be displayed as well as an
estimate of the charge time remaining. Notes on charging
Once you have connected your
E-MEHARI, you have 30

seconds to lock
the vehicle.
After this, your E-MEHARI will remain
unlocked.
However, as a

security measure, the
driving permissions will be cancelled.
-

I

f you wish to use your E-MEHARI
again, offer up your key ring in front of
the RFID reader to regain the driving
permissions.
-

T

o lock your E-MEHARI, scan twice.
The 1
st time will be interpreted as
a

recovery of the driving permissions, the
2
nd time will lock the vehicle.
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