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Engine Volkswagen New Beetle (1999-2012 / mk 2, 9 c)

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How to Connect the Cables to the Battery of the Citroen Xsara Picasso?

In this tutorial, you will see how to connect the cables to the battery of the Citroen Xsara Picasso, useful if you need to recharge it or perform an emergency start. First, ensure the key is not inserted, then open the bonnet and move to the front of the left headlamp. Next, locate the bolt just behind the filter box and connect the positive terminal clamp to it. Now you can connect the negative terminal to any point on the chassis, such as the indicated point. Once the operation is complete, ensure you disconnect the negative first and then the positive.

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