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How to Change the Battery on a Citroen Xsara Picasso

Model: Citroen Xsara Picasso MK 1 - Years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Part: Battery

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The battery of the Citroen Xsara Picasso is not located in the engine bay but under the driver's seat (left-hand drive); therefore, move the seat all the way forward and remove the headrest, as tilting the seat forward may hit the windscreen. Behind the seat, you will find a plastic cover secured only by clips; remove it while tilting the seat forward.

If working alone, tie a rope to the steering wheel to keep the seat tilted and have both hands free. The battery is secured with a metal bracket; remove the bolt and take off the bracket, disconnect the cables starting with the negative and then the positive, and pull out the battery.

To refit, follow the reverse steps.


Posted on 14 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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