Citroen C3: 12 V battery / Accessing the battery

Citroen C3 2016-2022 Owners Manual / In the event of a breakdown / 12 V battery / Accessing the battery

The 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.

This terminal has a quick-release clamp.

(-) Negative terminal.

As the battery's negative terminal is not accessible, a remote earth point is placed on the structure of the front right wing.

General points

Lead-acid starter batteries Batteries contain harmful substances such as sulphuric acid and lead. They must be disposed of in accordance with regulations and must not, in any circumstances, be discarded with household waste...

Starting using another battery

If the vehicle's battery is flat, the engine can be started using a backup battery (either external or from another vehicle) and jump leads or using a battery booster...

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For vehicles on which it is fitted, the control is located inside the glove box. With the ignition off: To deactivate the airbag, turn the key in the switch to the "OFF" position. To reactivate it, turn the key to the "ON" position. When the ignition is switched on: This warning lamp comes on and remains lit to signal the deactivation...

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