Citroën Berlingo (2022 year). Manual in english — page 11

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Visual assistance

This supplements the audible signal, without

taking account of the vehicle's trajectory, by

displaying bars on the screen whose location

represents the distance between the obstacle

and the vehicle (white: more distant, orange:

close, red: very close).

When the obstacle is very close, the "Danger"

symbol is displayed on the screen.

Front parking sensors

Supplementing the rear parking sensors, the

front parking sensors are triggered when an

obstacle is detected in front and the speed of the

vehicle is below 6 mph (10 km/h).

Front parking sensor operation is suspended if

the vehicle stops for more than three seconds in

forward gear, if an obstacle is no longer detected

or the vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).

The sound emitted by the speaker (front

or rear) locates the obstacle relative to

the vehicle, whether in front of or behind it on

its path.

Side parking sensors

Using four additional sensors located on the

sides of the bumpers, the system records the

position of obstacles during the manoeuvre and

indicates them when they are located alongside

the vehicle.

Only fixed obstacles are indicated

correctly. Moving obstacles detected at

the beginning of the manoeuvre may be

indicated mistakenly, while moving obstacles

that appear alongside the vehicle but were

not previously recorded will not be indicated.

Objects memorised during the

manoeuvre will no longer be stored after

switching off the ignition.

Deactivation/Activation

Without touch screen

► To deactivate or activate the system, press

this button.

The indicator lamp is

on

when the system is

deactivated

.

With touch screen

The settings are changed via

the

Driving

/

Vehicle

touch screen

menu.

The status of the function is saved when the

ignition is switched off.

The rear parking sensors system will be

deactivated automatically if a trailer or

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bicycle carrier is connected to a towing device

installed in accordance with the

manufacturer's recommendations.

In this case, the outline of a trailer is displayed

at the rear of the image of the vehicle.

The parking sensors are deactivated while the

Park Assist function is measuring a space.

For more information on the

Park

Assist

function, refer to the corresponding

section.

Operating limits

If the boot is heavily loaded, the vehicle may tilt,

affecting distance measurements.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction when

changing into reverse gear, this warning

lamp lights up on the instrument panel,

accompanied by the display of a message and

an audible signal (short beep).

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a

qualified workshop.

Reversing camera

For more information, refer to the

General recommendations on the use

of driving and manoeuvring aids

.

With the ignition on, this system uses a camera

located near the third brake lamp to display

a view of the rear of your vehicle on the

reproduction screen (if it is a panel van or has a

solid partition).

The reversing camera is activated automatically

when reverse gear is engaged. The image

is displayed on the reproduction screen. The

reproduction screen switches off when the

gearbox is in neutral or in a forward gear.

The blue lines

1

represent the general direction

of the vehicle (the gap corresponds to the width

of your vehicle with the mirrors).

The red line

2

represents a distance of about

30 cm beyond the edge of your vehicle's rear

bumper.

The green lines

3

represent distances of about 1

and 2 metres beyond the edge of your vehicle's

rear bumper.

The turquoise blue curves

4

represent the

maximum turning circle.

Some objects may not be seen by the

camera.

Certain vehicles may be difficult to see

(dark colours, lamps off) when the

brightness of the screen is reduced using the

vehicle’s lighting dimmer.

The image quality may be affected by the

surroundings, the exterior conditions

(rain, dirt, dust), the driving mode and the

lighting conditions (night, low sun).

In the presence of areas in shade, or in

conditions of bright sunlight or inadequate

lighting, the image may be darkened and with

lower contrast.

Obstacles may appear further away than

they actually are.

During parking manoeuvres and lane

changes, it is important to check the sides of

the vehicle using the mirrors.

The rear parking sensors also supplement the

information on the vehicle's surroundings.

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Operating limits

The system may be disrupted (or even

damaged) and not work in the following

situations:

– Installation of a bicycle carrier on the tailgate

or side-hinged door (depending on version).

– Attachment of a trailer to the towball.

– Driving with a door open.

Please note, the camera must not be

obscured (by a sticker, a bicycle carrier,

etc.).

The field of vision of the camera may

vary depending on the load in vehicle.

Maintenance

recommendations

In bad or wintry weather, ensure that the camera

is not covered by mud, frost or snow.

Check the cleanliness of the camera lens

regularly.

If necessary, clean the camera with a soft, dry

cloth.

When washing the vehicle using a high-pressure

jet, keep the spray directed at least 30 cm away

from the camera.

Surround Rear Vision

For more information, refer to the

General recommendations on the use

of driving and manoeuvring aids

.

With the ignition on, in order to improve visibility

of the passenger side blind spot and the rear

of the vehicle, this system uses two cameras

to display the views of the vehicle’s close

surroundings on the reproduction screen (panel

van or fitted with a solid partition).

This system has three sub-functions:

–

Passenger side view

: shows the area at the

passenger side of the vehicle.

The orange line

1

represents a distance of 5 m

from the rear bumper.

–

Surveillance rear view

: shows a long-

distance view of the area at the rear.

The orange line

1

represents a distance of 5 m

from the rear bumper.

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–

Visual reversing assistance

: shows a view

of the area close to the rear of the vehicle.

The blue dimension lines

1

represent the width

of your vehicle with the mirrors unfolded.

The red line

2

represents a distance of 30 cm

from the rear bumper; the two green lines

3

and

4

represent 1 m and 2 m, respectively.

The blue curves

5

appear successively; they

are based on the position of the steering wheel

and represent the turning circle radius of your

vehicle.

The orange dashes

6

represent the opening radii

of the rear doors.

Please routinely check your exterior

mirrors while driving and during

manoeuvres.

Some items may not be seen by the rear

camera.

Certain vehicles may be difficult to see

(dark colours, lamps off) when the

brightness of the screen is reduced using the

vehicle’s lighting dimmer.

The image quality may be affected by the

environment, the exterior conditions

(rain, dirt, dust), the driving mode and the

lighting conditions (night, low sun).

In the presence of areas in shade, or in

conditions of bright sunlight or inadequate

lighting, the image may be darkened and with

lower contrast.

Obstacles may appear further away than

they actually are.

During parking manoeuvres and lane

changes, it is important to check the sides of

the vehicle using the mirrors.

The rear parking sensors also supplement the

information on the vehicle's surroundings.

Activation / Deactivation

The system starts when the ignition is switched

on.

► With the ignition on, press button

2

to switch

the reproduction screen on / off.

A message appears.

► Take note of this message and validate

with button

1

corresponding to the “

Accept

”

response.

The reproduction screen comes on.

► With the engine running, press button

2

to

switch the reproduction screen off.

The function is automatically paused (the

reproduction screen becomes grey)

in

reverse

, above

9 mph (15 km/h)

.

The function restarts when the vehicle is

once more travelling at a speed below this

threshold.

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Operation

►

In neutral

, the

monitoring rear view

is

displayed by default.

►

When reverse is engaged

, the

visual

reversing aid

is displayed on the screen (even if

it is switched off).

►

To change the view

, press the end of the

lighting control stalk or press the corresponding

button located below the screen.

The area around the vehicle is shown by

the

monitoring rear view

and the

passenger side view

only.

Operating limits

The system may be disrupted (or even

damaged) and not work in the following

situations:

– Installation of a bicycle carrier on the tailgate

or side-hinged door (depending on version).

– Attachment of a trailer to the towball.

– Driving with a door open.

Please note, the cameras must not be

obscured (by a sticker, a bicycle carrier,

etc.).

The field of vision of the rear camera

(

surveillance rear view

and

visual

reversing aid

) may vary depending on the

load in the vehicle.

If the side-hinged door is opened during

use of the

surveillance rear view

or the

visual aid for reversing

, in forward gear or

reverse gear, the output screen becomes

grey.

If the front passenger door is opened during

use of the

passenger side view

, in forward

gear or reverse gear, the output screen

becomes grey.

If a trailer is attached to the towball,

when reverse gear is engaged the

visual

reversing aid

will no longer work until the

trailer is disconnected. The

surveillance rear

view

becomes the default view.

If the system develops a malfunction, go

to a CITROËN dealer to avoid any safety

problems.

Top Rear Vision

For more information, refer to the

General recommendations on the use

of driving and manoeuvring aids

.

As soon as reverse gear is engaged with the

engine running, this system displays views of

your vehicle’s close surroundings on the touch

screen using a camera located at the rear of the

vehicle.

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The screen is divided into two parts with a

contextual view and a view from above the

vehicle in its close surroundings.

The parking sensors supplement the information

on the view from above the vehicle.

Various contextual views may be displayed:

– Standard view.

– 180° view.

– Zoom view.

AUTO mode is activated by default.

In this mode, the system chooses the best view

to display (standard or zoom).

You can change the type of view at any time

during a manoeuvre.

The system status is not saved when the ignition

is switched off.

Principle of operation

Using the rear camera, the vehicle's close

surroundings are recorded during manoeuvres

at low speed.

An image from above your vehicle in its close

surroundings is reconstructed (represented

between the brackets) in real time and as the

manoeuvre progresses.

It facilitates the alignment of your vehicle when

parking and allows obstacles close to the vehicle

to be seen. It is automatically deleted if the

vehicle remains stationary for too long.

Rear view

To activate the camera located on the tailgate,

engage reverse gear and do not exceed a speed

of 6 mph (10 km/h).

The system is deactivated:

– Automatically, at speeds above approximately

6 mph (10 km/h),

– Automatically, if the tailgate is opened.

– Upon changing out of reverse gear (the image

remains displayed for 7 seconds).

– By pressing the white arrow in the upper-left

corner of the touch screen.

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AUTO mode

This mode is activated by default.

Using sensors in the rear bumper, the automatic

view changes from the rear view (standard) to

the view from above (zoom) as an obstacle is

approached at the level of the red line (less than

30 cm) during a manoeuvre.

Standard view

The area behind the vehicle is displayed on the

screen.

The blue lines

1

represent the width of your

vehicle, with the mirrors unfolded; their direction

changes according to the position of the steering

wheel.

The red line

2

represents a distance of 30 cm

from the rear bumper; the two blue lines

3

and

4

represent 1 m and 2 m, respectively.

This view is available with AUTO mode or in the

view selection menu.

Zoom view

The camera records the vehicle's surroundings

during the manoeuvre in order to create a

view from above the rear of the vehicle in its

near surroundings, allowing the vehicle to be

manoeuvred around nearby obstacles.

This view is available with AUTO mode or in the

view selection menu.

Obstacles may appear further away than

they actually are.

It is important to monitor the sides of the

vehicle during the manoeuvre, using the

mirrors.

Parking sensors also provide additional

information about the area around the vehicle.

180° view

The 180° view facilitates reversing out of a

parking space, making it possible to see the

approach of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.

This view is not recommended for carrying out a

complete manoeuvre.

It features 3 areas: left

A

, centre

B

and right

C

.

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This view is only available via the view selection

menu.

Park Assist

For more information, refer to the

General recommendations on the use

of driving and manoeuvring aids

.

This system provides active parking assistance:

it detects a parking space and then steers in the

appropriate direction to park in the space while

the driver controls the driving direction, gear

changes, acceleration and braking.

To help the driver monitor the manoeuvre, the

system automatically triggers the display from

the Top Rear Vision function and activates the

parking sensors.

The system measures the available parking

spaces and calculates the distances to obstacles

using ultrasonic sensors built into the front and

rear bumpers of the vehicle.

The system assists with the following

manoeuvres:

A.

Entering a "parallel" parking space

B.

Leaving a "parallel" parking space

C.

Entering a "bay" parking space

Operation

► When approaching a parking area, reduce

the speed of your vehicle to 19 mph (30 km/h)

or less.

Activating the function

The function is activated in the

Vehicle/Driving

touch screen

menu.

Select "

Park Assist

".

Activating the function deactivates the

Blind spot monitoring system.

You can deactivate the function at any

time until the parking space entry or exit

manoeuvre begins, by pressing the arrow

located in the top left-hand corner of the

display page.

Selecting the type of manoeuvre

A manoeuvre selection page is displayed on the

touch screen: by default, the "Entry" page if the

vehicle has been running since the ignition was

switched on, otherwise, the "Exit" page.

► Select the type and side of the manoeuvre to

activate the parking space search.

The selected manoeuvre can be changed at

any time, even while searching for an available

space.

This indicator lamp comes on to confirm

the selection.

Parking space search

► You should drive at a distance of between

0.50 m and 1.50 m from the row of parked

vehicles, without ever exceeding 19 mph

(30 km/h), until the system finds an available

space.

The parking space search is suspended at

higher speeds. The function is automatically

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deactivated if the vehicle speed exceeds 31 mph

(50 km/h).

For ''parallel'' parking, the space must at

a minimum be equal to the length of your

vehicle plus 0.60 m.

For ''bay'' parking, the width of the space

must be equal to the width of your vehicle

plus 0.70 m.

If the parking sensors function has been

deactivated in the

Driving

/

Vehicle

touch

screen menu, it will be automatically

reactivated when the system is activated.

When the system finds an available space, "

OK

"

is displayed on the parking view, accompanied

by an audible signal.

Preparing for the manoeuvre

► Move very slowly until the request to stop

the vehicle is displayed: "

Stop the vehicle

",

accompanied by the "

STOP

" sign and an audible

signal.

Once the vehicle has stopped, an instructions

page is displayed on the screen.

► To prepare for the manoeuvre, follow the

instructions.

The start of the manoeuvre is indicated by

the message "

Manoeuvre under way

",

accompanied by an audible signal.

Reversing is indicated by this message:

"

Release the steering wheel, reverse

".

The Top Rear Vision function and the parking

sensors are automatically activated to help you

monitor your vehicle's close surroundings during

the manoeuvre.

During the manoeuvre

The system controls the vehicle’s steering. It

gives instructions on the manoeuvring direction

when starting "parallel" entry and exit parking

manoeuvres, and for all "bay" entry manoeuvres.

These instructions are displayed as a symbol

accompanied by a message:

"Reverse".

“Go forwards".

The manoeuvring status is indicated by these

symbols:

Manoeuvre in progress (green).

Manoeuvre cancelled or finished (red)

(the arrows indicate that the driver must

resume control of the vehicle).

The maximum speeds during manoeuvres are

indicated by these symbols:

7

5 mph or 7 km/h, for parking space entry.

5

3 mph or 5 km/h, for parking space exit.

During manoeuvring phases, the steering

wheel performs rapid turns: do not hold

the steering wheel or put your hands between

the spokes of the steering wheel. Watch out

for any objects that could interfere with the

manoeuvre (loose clothing, scarf, tie, etc.).

Risk of injury!

It is the driver's responsibility to constantly

monitor the traffic, especially vehicles coming

towards you.

The driver should check that no objects or

people are obstructing the vehicle’s path.

The images from the camera(s)

displayed on the touch screen may be

distorted by the terrain.

In shady areas, or in inadequate sunlight

or lighting conditions, the image may be

darkened and with lower contrast.

The manoeuvre can be permanently interrupted

at any time, either by the driver or automatically

by the system.

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Interruption by the driver:

– taking over control of the steering.

– activating the direction indicator lamps on the

opposite side to that of the manoeuvre.

– unfastening the driver's seat belt.

– switching off the ignition.

Interruption by the system:

– vehicle exceeding the speed limit of

5 mph (7 km/h) during parking space entry

manoeuvres, or 3 mph (5 km/h) during parking

space exit manoeuvres.

– activation of anti-slip regulation on a slippery

road.

– opening of a door or the boot.

– engine stall.

– system malfunction.

– after 10 manoeuvres to enter or exit a parallel

parking space and after 7 manoeuvres to enter a

parking bay.

Interrupting the manoeuvre automatically

deactivates the function.

The manoeuvre symbol is displayed in red,

accompanied by the "

Manoeuvre cancelled

"

message on the touch screen.

A message prompts the driver to take back

control of the vehicle.

The function is deactivated after a few

seconds; this indicator lamp goes off and

the function returns to the initial display.

End of the parking space entry or exit

manoeuvre

The vehicle stops as soon as the manoeuvre is

completed.

The manoeuvre symbol is displayed in red,

accompanied by the message "

Manoeuvre

completed

" on the touch screen.

When the function is deactivated, this

indicator lamp goes off, accompanied by

an audible signal.

When entering a parking space, the driver may

be required to complete the manoeuvre.

Operating limits

– The system may suggest an inappropriate

parking space (parking prohibited, work in

progress with damaged road surface, location

alongside a ditch, etc.).

– The system may indicate that a space has

been found but will not offer it because of a fixed

obstacle on the opposite side of the manoeuvre,

which would not allow the vehicle to follow a

trajectory required for parking.

– The system may indicate that a space has

been found but the manoeuvre will not be

triggered, because the width of the lane is

insufficient.

– The system is not designed for performing the

parking manoeuvre on a sharp bend.

– The system does not detect spaces that

are much larger than the vehicle itself or that

are delimited by obstacles that are too low

(pavements, studs, etc.) or too thin (trees, posts,

wire fences, etc.).

– If the boot is heavily loaded, the tilt of the

vehicle towards the rear may interfere with the

distance measurements.

Do not use the function under the

following exterior conditions:

– Alongside a soft shoulder (e.g. ditch) or

quay or on the edge of a drop.

– When the road surface is slippery (e.g. ice).

If any of the following malfunctions

occurs, do not use the system:

– If a tyre is under-inflated.

– If one of the bumpers is damaged.

– If one of the cameras is faulty.

If the vehicle has undergone any of the

following modifications, do not use the

function:

– When carrying an object extending beyond

the dimensions of the vehicle (ladder on the

roof bars, bicycle carrier on the tailgate, etc.).

– With a non-approved towball in place.

– With snow chains fitted.

– When driving on a small-diameter or

"space-saver" type spare wheel.

– When the wheels fitted are a different size

from the original ones.

– After modifying one or both bumpers

(added protection).

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– If the sensors have been repainted other

than by the CITROËN dealer network.

– With sensors not approved for the vehicle.

Malfunctions

When the function is not activated, this

indicator lamp will flash briefly and an

audible signal will be emitted to indicate a

system malfunction.

If the malfunction occurs while the system is in

use, the indicator lamp goes off.

If the parking sensor malfunction occurs

during use, indicated by this warning lamp

coming on, it causes the function to deactivate.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

In the event of a power steering

malfunction, this warning lamp is

displayed on the instrument panel, accompanied

by a warning message.

You must stop the vehicle.

Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and

switch off the ignition.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

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Compatibility of fuels

Petrol fuels conforming to the EN228 standard

containing up to 5% and 10% ethanol

respectively.

Diesel fuels conforming to the EN590, EN16734

and EN16709 standards and containing up to

7%, 10%, 20% and 30% fatty acid methyl ester

respectively. The use of B20 or B30 fuels, even

occasionally, imposes special maintenance

conditions referred to as "Arduous conditions".

Paraffinic Diesel fuel conforming to the EN15940

standard.

The use of any other type of (bio)fuel

(e.g. pure or diluted vegetable or animal

oils, domestic fuel) is strictly prohibited - risk

of damaging the engine and fuel system!

The only fuel additives authorised for use

are those that meet the B715001 (petrol)

or B715000 (Diesel) standards.

Diesel at low temperature

At temperatures below 0 °C (+32 °F), the

formation of paraffins in summer-type Diesel

fuels could prevent the engine from operating

correctly. In these temperature conditions, use

winter-type Diesel fuel and keep the fuel tank

more than 50 % full.

At temperatures below -15 °C (+5 °F) to avoid

problems starting, it is best to park the vehicle

under shelter (heated garage).

Travelling abroad

Certain fuels could damage your vehicle’s

engine.

In certain countries, the use of a particular

fuel may be required (specific octane rating,

specific trade name, etc.) to ensure correct

operation of the engine.

For all additional information, consult a dealer.

Refuelling

Fuel tank capacity: approximately 61 litres

(Petrol) or 50 litres (Diesel).

Reserve level: approximately 6 litres.

Low fuel level

/2

1

1

When the low fuel level is reached,

this warning lamp lights up on the

instrument panel, accompanied by the display of

a message and an audible signal. When it first

comes on,

about 6 litres

of fuel remain.

Until sufficient fuel is added, this warning lamp

appears every time the ignition is switched on,

accompanied by the message and the audible

signal. When driving, this message and audible

signal are repeated with increasing frequency as

the fuel level drops towards

0

.

You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid

running out of fuel.

For more information on

Running out of fuel

(Diesel)

, refer to the corresponding section.

A small arrow by the warning lamp

indicates which side of the vehicle the

fuel filler flap is located on.

Stop & Start

Never refuel with the engine in STOP

mode; you must switch off the ignition.

Refuelling

At least 10 litres of fuel must be added, in order

to be registered by the fuel gauge.

Opening the filler cap may create a noise caused

by an inrush of air. This is entirely normal and

results from the sealing of the fuel system.

To refuel in complete safety:

►

Always switch off the engine.

► Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Entry

and Start.

► Open the fuel filler flap.

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► With a conventional key, insert the key into

the filler cap, then turn the key to the left.

► Unscrew and remove the filler cap, then

place it on the holder located on the fuel filler

flap.

► Insert the nozzle and push it in fully (while

pushing on the metal valve

A

).

► Fill the tank. Do not continue past the

third cut-off of the nozzle, as this may cause

malfunctions.

► Put the filler cap back in place and close it by

turning to the right.

► Push the fuel filler flap to close it (your

vehicle must be unlocked).

If the vehicle is equipped with a sliding

door on its left-hand side, do not open it

while the fuel filler flap is open. Otherwise,

there is a risk that the fuel filler flap and the

sliding door may be damaged and the person

filling up may be injured.

If the fuel filler flap is open, a device

prevents the left-hand side door from

opening.

The door can be opened half-way, however.

Close the fuel filler flap to regain use of the

door.

If the fuel filler flap is open, a device

prevents the left-hand side door from

opening.

The door can be opened half-way, however.

Close the fuel filler flap to regain use of the

door.

The vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter,

which helps to reduce the level of harmful

emissions in the exhaust gases.

If you have put in the wrong fuel for

your vehicle, you must have the fuel

tank drained and filled with the correct fuel

before starting the engine.

Fuel cut-off

Your vehicle is fitted with a safety system that

cuts off the supply of fuel in the event of an

impact.

Misfuel prevention (Diesel)

(Depending on country of sale.)

This mechanical device prevents filling the tank

of a Diesel vehicle with petrol.

Located in the filler neck, the misfuel prevention

device is visible when the filler cap is removed.

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Operation

When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the

fuel filler neck of a Diesel vehicle, it comes into

contact with the flap. The system remains closed

and prevents filling.

Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type

filler nozzle.

The misfuel prevention device does not

prevent filling with a jerrycan, regardless

of the fuel type.

Travelling abroad

As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be

different in other countries, the presence

of the misfuel prevention device may make

refuelling impossible.

Before travelling abroad, it is advisable to

check with a CITROËN dealer if the vehicle is

suitable for the distribution equipment of the

countries visited.

Charging system

(Electric)

400 V electrical system

The electric drive system, which operates at a

voltage of approximately 400 V, is identified by

orange cables and its components are marked

with this symbol:

An electric vehicle’s power train can

become hot during use and after

switching off the ignition.

Comply with the warning messages shown

on the labels, particularly inside the charging

flap.

High voltage system voltage is

dangerous and can cause burns or other

injuries or even fatal electric shock.

Since damage to high voltage components is

not visible, CITROËN recommends that you:

– Never touch the components, damaged

or not, and never let your jewelry or other

metallic objects come into contact with these

components.

– Never work on the orange high voltage

cables or on any other high voltage

component marked with the Electric risk label.

Any intervention on the high voltage system

must be carried out by qualified persons in

workshops qualified and approved to carry

out this type of work.

– Never damage, modify or remove the

orange high voltage cables or disconnect

them from the high voltage network.

– Never open, modify or remove the cover of

the traction battery.

– Never work with cutting and forming

tools or heat sources near high voltage

components and cables.

In case of low level of fluid in the cooling

tank, the refilling shall only be performed in a

qualified and trained workshop to verify that

the leakage is not in the traction battery.

Any intervention on the high voltage system

must be carried out by qualified persons in

workshops qualified and approved to carry

out this type of work.

Damage to the vehicle or the traction battery

could result in the leakage of toxic gases or

fluids either immediately or later. CITROËN

recommends that you:

– Always inform the fire and emergency

services in the event of an incident, warning

that the vehicle is equipped with a traction

battery.

– Never touch the liquids leaking from the

traction battery.

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– Do not inhale the gases emitted by the

traction battery which are toxic.

– Move away from the vehicle in the event of

incident or accident, the gases emitted being

flammable and could cause a fire.

This label is intended solely for use by

firefighters and maintenance services in

the event of any work on the vehicle.

No other person must touch the device shown

on this label.

In the event of an accident or impact

to the vehicle’s underbody

In these situations, the electrical circuit or the

traction battery can be seriously damaged.

Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch

off the ignition.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop.

When washing

Before washing the vehicle, always

check that the charging flap is closed

correctly.

Never wash the vehicle while the battery is

on charge.

High-pressure washing

To avoid damaging the electrical

components, it is expressly prohibited to

use high-pressure washing in the engine

compartment or under the body.

Do not use a pressure greater than 80 bar

when washing the bodywork.

Never allow water or dust to enter the

connector or charging nozzle - risk of

electrocution or fire!

Never connect / disconnect the charging

nozzle or cable with wet hands - risk of

electrocution!

Traction battery

This battery stores the energy that powers

the electric motor and the thermal comfort

equipment in the passenger compartment. It is

discharged during use, and must therefore be

regularly recharged. There is no need to wait

for the traction battery to fall to its reserve level

before recharging.

The range of the battery may vary according

to the type of driving, the route, the use of

thermal comfort equipment and the ageing of its

components.

The lifespan of the traction battery

depends on multiple factors, such as

climatic conditions, distance travelled and

how often it has been fast-charged.

To preserve the mileage of your vehicle

and the durability of your traction battery,

CITROËN recommends that you:

– Do not fully charge the battery of your

electric vehicle daily (charge the traction

battery below 80% as often as possible).

– Do not completely discharge the battery.

– Do not store the vehicle for a long period

of non-use (more than 12 hours) when the

traction battery has a low or high charge level.

Prefer a charge level between 20 and 40%.

– Limit the use of fast charging.

– Do not expose the vehicle to temperatures

below -30°C and above +60°C for more than

24 hours.

– Avoid charging the vehicle at negative

temperatures (except if the vehicle ran more

than 20 minutes) or above +30°C.

– Do not use the vehicle's traction battery as

a generator of energy.

– Do not use a generator to recharge your

vehicle's traction battery.