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In the event of a breakdown
Reconnecting the (+) terminal
► Raise lever A fully.
► Ret the 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, as it will not lock
in place if the clamp is not positioned
correctly; start the procedure again.
The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
rst engine start.
In this case, the system will only be available
again after a continuous period with the
vehicle immobilised, the duration of which
depends on the exterior temperature and the
state of charge of the battery (up to about 8
hours).
With rechargeable hybrid
engine
The rechargeable hybrid system has two
accessory batteries: one at the front and one at
the centre of the vehicle.
Replacing the accessory batteries
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualied
workshop.
Jump-starting another vehicle
Do not start or jump start another vehicle
from the vehicle’s accessory batteries.
Accessing the accessory batteries
Front
The front battery is located under the bonnet.
For access to the (+) terminal:
► Release the bonnet by pulling the internal
release lever, then the external safety catch.
► Raise the bonnet.
(+) Positive terminal with a quick-release
terminal.
(-) Negative terminal.
As the battery's negative terminal is not
accessible, a remote earth point is located near
the battery.
Central
The central battery is located in the front armrest
storage compartment.
To reach the battery:
► Open the front armrest.
► Unclip the compartment's oor.
(+) Positive terminal, protected by a red plastic
cover (not accessible).
(-) Negative terminal with a black quick-release
connector.
Charging the front battery using a
battery charger
For optimum service life of the front battery, it
is essential to maintain an adequate state of
charge.
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