Get In the event of a breakdown -> 12 V battery Guide for Citroen C3 Aircross SUV First Generation (2017-2023)

In the event of a breakdown

The two vehicles must not be in contact

the same specification as the one used in

the vehicle.

12 V battery

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.

During jump start, extra care should be taken

to ensure right terminals are connected. If

terminal connections are reversed, it will

lead to failure of alternator & other electrical,

electronic components.

Never power electrical or electronic

components directly from battery terminals

as it will lead to poor battery charging, poor

performance of components and battery

sensor malfunction, which will impact fuel

economy.

Lead-acid starter batteries

Access to the battery

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.

The battery is located under the bonnet.

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.

(+) Positive 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

at least equal to that of the discharged

battery.

Wash your hands afterwards.

If the battery fails (after warranty

coverage), replace it with a battery of

In the event of a breakdown

The negative cable must be connected

to the car ground (not to the battery

negative terminal) so that the battery sensor

can detect all charging and discharging

currents.

that the battery reaches an adequate state of

charge.

Be careful not to cause accidental

short circuits between the positive

and negative battery terminals.

Do not allow smoking, sparks or flames

around fuel or the battery.

Disconnecting/removing

the battery

In order to maintain an adequate state

of charge for starting the engine, it

is recommended that the battery be

disconnected if the vehicle is taken out of

service for a long period.

►ꢀ Lift the cover on the (+) terminal, if the

vehicle has one.

►ꢀ 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 on the broken down

vehicle.

After 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.

Referring to the relevant section, initialise or

reset certain equipment:

Before disconnecting the battery:

►ꢀ Close all openings (doors, boot, windows).

►ꢀ Switch off all electrical consumers (audio

system, wipers, lighting, etc.).

►ꢀ Switch off the ignition and wait for

4 minutes.

– Date and time.

– Preset radio stations.

►ꢀ 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.

Towing the vehicle

General recommendations

Observe the legislation in force in the

country where you are driving.

Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle

is higher than that of the towed vehicle.

The driver must remain at the wheel of the

towed vehicle and must have a valid driving

licence.

When towing a vehicle with all four wheels

on the ground, always use an approved

towing arm; rope and straps are prohibited.

The towing vehicle must move off gently.

►ꢀ Wait for it to return to idle.

►ꢀ Disconnect the jump leads in reverse order:

first remove (-) terminal then (+) terminal..

►ꢀ Refit the cover to the (+) terminal, if the

vehicle has one.

►ꢀ Allow the engine to run for at least

30 minutes, with the vehicle stationary, so

►ꢀ Disconnect the negative cable.

►ꢀ Disconnect the positive cable.

►ꢀ Remove the bottom mounting bracket if you

need to remove the battery.

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