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In the event of a breakdown
RelayColourRating (A) Functions
MINI Grey 40Accessory load (HVAC Blower/Washer)
MAXI Grey 70ECM Power
12 V battery
Lead-acid starter batteries
These batteries contain harmful
substances (sulphuric acid and lead).
They must be disposed at authorized dealer/
battery shop in accordance with regulations
and must never under any circumstances be
discarded with household waste.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection point.
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
Use goggles and gloves while working with
the battery. Diluted sulphuric acid spilled from
battery can cause blindness or severe burns.
Flush eyes or body with ample water and get
medical care immediately if suffered.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
All operations on the battery must be carried
out in a well ventilated area and away from
naked flames and sources of sparks, so as to
avoid any risk of explosion or fire.
Wash your hands afterwards.
If the battery fails (after warranty
coverage), replace it with a battery of the
same specification as the one used in the
vehicle.
Access to the battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
Naturally Aspirated engine version
(+) Positive terminal.
(-) Negative terminal.
Turbo engine version
(+) Positive terminal.
(-) Negative terminal.
A remote earth point is located near the battery.
Starting using another
battery
If the vehicle's battery is flat/drain/discharged,
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
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Alphabetical index
A
ABS 23
Adjusting headlamps
20
Adjusting seat
14
Adjusting the air distribution
17
Adjusting the air flow
17
Adjusting the headlamp beam height
20
Adjusting the height and reach of
the steering wheel
15
Adjusting the temperature
17
Advice on care and maintenance
41
Advice on driving
4, 31
Airbags
26–27
Airbags, front
26–27
Air conditioning
16–17
Air conditioning, manual
17
Air intake
18
Air vents
16
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
23
Antitheft / Immobiliser
10
B
Battery, 12 V 39, 56, 58
Battery, remote control
10
Bodywork
41
Bonnet
35–36
Boot
11
Brake discs
40
Brake lamps
47
Brakes 40
Bulbs
45
Bulbs (changing)
45–47
C
Capacity, fuel tank 35
Cap, fuel filler
35
Care of the bodywork
41
Central locking
9–10
Changing a bulb
45–47
Changing a fuse
48, 51
Changing a wheel
42
Changing the remote control battery
10
Checking the levels
37–38
Checks
37, 39–41
Checks, routine
39–40
Child lock
30
Children
25
Children (safety)
30
Child seats
25, 28–29
Child seats, conventional
29
Cleaning (advice)
41
Closing the boot
11
Control, emergency boot release
11
Control, emergency door
10
Control stalk, lighting
20
Control stalk, wipers
21
Courtesy lamp
47
Courtesy lamps
19
D
Dimensions 60
Dipstick
37
Direction indicators (turn signals)
20, 46–47
Doors
11
Driving
31
Driving economically
4
E
EBFD 23
Eco-driving (advice)
4
Electric windows
12
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD)
23
Emergency warning lamps
23
Engine
35–36, 41
Engine compartment
37
Engine, petrol
60
Engines
60
Environment
10
F
Filling the fuel tank 35
Filter, air
40
Filter, oil
40
Filter, passenger compartment
16, 40
Fitting a wheel
43–44
Fittings, boot
19
80
BATTERY WARRANTY
Terms & Conditions for Battery Warranty
• Battery originally installed on a new CITROËN vehicle is warranted
by the battery manufacturer.
•
Batteries are warranted against all defects in material and workmanship.\
Liability under this Battery W
arranty is limited to making good of defects
arising solely from the use of faulty material or workmanship during
manufacture and developing under proper use.
•
The Battery W
arranty is VALID only if the battery is properly used and
checked regularly as per the maintenance schedule at the service
stations of the CITROËN Authorised Dealers during the New Vehicle
Warranty Period.
•
This Battery warranty does not cover damage to the battery caused by
faulty electrical systems, irregular servicing, negligent maintenance,
wilful abuse or destruction by fire, collision or theft.
•
This Battery W
arranty is NOT VALID if the battery under complaint has
been opened or tampered with in any manner whatsoever. It should be
returned to the nearest CITROËN Authorised Dealer complete with the
electrolyte. The CITROËN Authorised Dealer has the option either to
rectify the defect in the battery or replace the battery.
•
Breakage of container and cover does not come under the purview of
this Battery W
arranty.
•
T
o and fro transportation charges of the battery under complaint will be \
borne by the customer.
•
The liability under this Battery W
arranty will cease on the transfer of
the battery to any person other than the original purchaser of the new
Citroën vehicle or to any vehicle other than that on which the battery
was originally fitted.
Battery Installation and General Maintenance
Although the battery is made as robust and durable as possible, the following must be observed to get maximum performance from the
battery.
•
The battery must be fitted firmly in the battery cradle, so that no undue
vibration or straining occurs.
•
Connecting cables should have adequate current carrying capacity and
be long enough to prevent straining of the battery terminals. It must be\
ensured that correct polarities (plus to plus and minus to minus) are \
connected.
•
T
erminals should be brushed clean before connecting and coated
immediately afterwards with pure petroleum jelly and NOT grease.
•
Battery top should be clean and dry
.
Maintenance and Warranty
