warning light Citroen C5 2008.5 (RD/TD) / 2.G Owner's Guide

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D R I V I N G
Release
The electric parking brake releases
automatically and progressively
when you press the accelerator:

 with a manual gearbox
(fi rst gear or reverse gear engaged) ,
press down fully on the clutch
pedal then press on the accelera-
tor pedal and move off.

 with an automatic gearbox , ac-
celerate with the selector in posi-
tion D , M or R .
Full release of the parking brake is
confi rmed by: - the warning lamp P on
control A and on the in-
strument panel going out,
- the display of a message "parking brake released" on the instrument
panel screen.
When stationary, with the engine
running, do not press the accelerator
pedal unnecessarily (particularly
when starting the engine, including
in neutral), as you may release the
parking brake. Activation/Deactivation of the
automatic functions
The automatic application when the en-
gine is switched off and the automatic re-
lease when you press the accelerator can
be deactivated. Activation/deactivation is
performed using the confi guration menu
of the instrument panel screen. To do so,
select "Personalisation/Confi guration/
Defi ne the Vehicle parameters/Driving
assistance/Automatic handbrake".
The deactivation of these
functions is confi rmed by the
lighting of this warning lamp
on the instrument panel.
With the automatic functions deac-
tivated, the application and release
of the parking brake are done manu-
ally.
The deactivation of the auto-
matic functions is recommend-
ed in particularly cold conditions
(ice) and during towing (break-
down, caravan...).
Manual operation
Manual application/release of the
parking brake is always possible.
Application
With the vehicle stationary, to apply the
parking brake whether the engine is
running or off, pull on control A .
The application of the parking brake
is confi rmed by: - the lighting of the warning lamp on control A and of
warning lamp P on the in-
strument panel,
- the display of a message "parking brake applied" on the instrument
panel screen.
When the driver’s door is
opened with the engine run-
ning, a beep is heard and
a message displayed if the parking
brake has not been applied.

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D R I V I N G
Dynamic emergency
braking
In the event of a failure of the vehicle’s
main braking system or in an excep-
tional situation (e.g. driver taken ill,
under instruction, etc) pull and hold
control A to stop the vehicle.
The electronic stability programme
(ESP) provides stability during dynamic
emergency braking.
If the dynamic emergency braking
malfunctions, one of the following
messages will be displayed on the
instrument panel display:
- "Parking brake faulty".
- "Parking brake control faulty". If a failure of the ESP system
is signalled by the lighting
of this warning lamp, then
braking stability is not guar-
anteed. In this event, stability must
be assured by the driver by repeat-
ing alternate "pull release" actions on
control A .
The dynamic emergency
braking must only be used in
exceptional circumstances. Emergency parking brake
release
In the event of the electric parking
brake malfunctioning or the battery
running fl at, an emergency manual
device can unlock the parking brake.

 Immobilise the vehicle, with the
engine running, by engaging fi rst
gear (manual gearbox) or posi-
tion P (automatic gearbox), then
switch off the engine.
If it is impossible to immobilise the vehicle, do not action the
control and contact a CITROËN
dealer urgently.

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D R I V I N G
SITUATIONCONSEQUENCES
4
Display of messages " Parking brake faulty " ultyand " Anti roll-back fault " and of the following faultwarning lamps:
and/or fl ashing
- The automatic functions are deactivated.- The hill start assist is unavailable. To apply the electric parking brake:  Immobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition  Pull the control lever for at least 5 seconds or until maximum application.  Switch on the ignition and check that the electric parking brake warning lamps are on. - Application may take longer than in normal operation. - If warning lamp (!) fl ashes or if the warning lamps do not come on when the ignition is switched on, this method does not work. Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer. on when the ignition is switched on, this method switched
To release the electric parking brake:  Switch on the ignition.  Push the control lever and hold it for approximately 3 seconds.
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Display of message " Parking brake control faulty – automatic mode activated " and the following warning lamps:
and/or fl ashing
- Only the functions for automatic application on switching off the engine and automatic release on acceleration are available.
- Manual application/release of the electric parking brake anddynamic emergency braking are unavailable.
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Display of message " Parking brake faulty " and of the following warning lamp:
fl ashing
- Application of the parking brake is not guaranteed.
- The parking brake is temporarily unavailable.
It this situation arises:
 Wait approximately 3 minutes.
 After 3 minutes, if the warning lamp is still fl ashing, try to reini-tialise the parking brake, either by pushing and releasing th e control A while pressing the brake pedal or by means of a long pull on control A .
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Battery fault-Lighting of the battery warning lamp makes it essential to stopthe vehicle as soon as traffi c allows. Stop and immobilise your vehicle.
-Apply the electric parking brake before switching o ff the engine.

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D R I V I N G In the event of a steep descent or
under excessive acceleration, the
speed limiter (which does not act
on the brakes) may not be able to
prevent the vehicle from exceeding
the programmed speed.
Use of a fl oor mat other than that
recommended by CITROËN may
affect the normal operation of the
accelerator pedal and hamper the
operation of the speed limiter.
Floor mats approved by CITROËN
are fi tted with a 3rd fi xing located in
the pedal area to avoid any risk of
interference with the pedals.
Suspension/Resumption

 Press on button 3 .
This action causes the information

"PAUSE" to appear in zone A of the
instrument panel.
This action does not cancel the
memorised maximum speed which
remains displayed in zone A of the
instrument panel. Overriding the programmed
speed
The accelerator pedal has an end-
of-travel switch. In order to exceed
the memorised maximum speed at
any time, you can press the pedal
all the way down. While the speed
is being exceeded, the speed dis-
played in zone
A will fl ash. You have
only to release the accelerator pedal
to return below the maximum speed,
to restore the function.
The speed will also fl ash if the speed
limiter is not able to prevent the vehi-
cle from exceeding the programmed
speed (e.g. on a steep descent or
under excessive acceleration).
To reactivate the speed limiter, release
the accelerator to slow to a speed lower
than the programmed speed.
Return to normal driving

 Either press on button 5 .


Or select the speed limiter function.

 Or stop the engine.
Operating fault
If there is a malfunction, a message is
displayed accompanied by an audible
signal and lighting of the SERVICE
warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.

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D R I V I N G Cruise control must only be
used where the traffi c con-
ditions permit driving at a
constant speed.
Do not use it on congested roads
or when the weather or the road
conditions are poor.
The driver still has to remain atten-
tive and in complete control of his
vehicle.
You are recommended to keep your
feet within range of the pedals.
Overriding the programmed
speed
While cruise control is in operation, it is
always possible to go above the pro-
grammed speed simply by pressing
the accelerator pedal (for example to
overtake another vehicle).
The speed displayed in zone
A
fl ashes.
You only have to release the ac-
celerator pedal to return to the pro-
grammed speed.
Suspension/Resumption

 Either by pressing the brake
pedal or the clutch pedal.

 Or by pressing button 3 .

 Or by the ESP or ASR systems
being active.
For vehicles with a manual gearbox,
cruise control is deactivated if the
gear lever is in neutral. Reactivation
-
By recalling the memorised
speed
After deactivation, press button 3 .
Your vehicle automatically returns
to the memorised cruising speed.
The memorised speed and "ON"
are displayed in zone A .
If the memorised cruising speed is higher than the current speed, the
vehicle will accelerate strongly to
reach the current speed.
- By selecting the current speed
Press button 1 or 2 once the de-
sired speed has been reached.
The new speed and "ON" will
appear in zone A .
Return to normal driving

 Either press on button 5 .

 Or select the cruise control func-
tion.

 Or stop the engine.
The speed that was chosen is no
longer memorised.

"PAUSE" will be displayed in zone A
of the instrument panel.
These actions do not cancel the
cruising speed which remains dis-
played on the instrument panel. Operating fault

If there is a malfunction, a mes-
sage is displayed accompanied by
an audible signal and lighting of the

SERVICE warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.

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C H E C K S
Screenwash and headlamp
wash fluid
Fluid specifi cation

For optimum cleaning and to avoid free-
zing, this fl uid must not be topped up or
replaced with water.
Reservoir capacities:
- screenwash: approximately 3.5 litres,
- screenwash and headlamp wash: approximately 6.15 litres.
Diesel additive level (Diesel
engine with particle emission
filter)
A low additive level is indicated by
lighting of the service warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible warning
and a message on the multifunction
screen.
Topping up
This additive must be topped up by
a CITROËN dealer without delay.
Used products
Avoid prolonged contact of
used oil or fl uids with the
skin.
Most of these fl uids are harmful to
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or
fl uids into sewers or onto
the ground.
Take used oil to a an authorised
waste disposal site CITROËN.
In the case of vehicles fi tted
with headlamp washers, the
minimum level of this fl uid is
indicated by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction
screen.
Top up the level when you stop the
vehicle.
Coolant level
Coolant change
The coolant does not have to be
changed.
Fluid specifi cation
The coolant must conform to the
manufacturer’s recommendations. The coolant level should be
close to the "MAX" mark but
should never exceed it.
When the engine is warm, the tem-
perature of the coolant is regulated
by the fan. This can operate with the
ignition off.

On vehicles which are fi tted with
a particle emission fi lter, the fan
may operate after the vehicle has
been switched off, even if the en-
gine is cold.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour
after switching off the engine before
carrying out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew
the cap by two turns to allow the pres-
sure to drop. When the pressure has
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.

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C H E C K S
CHECKS
Unless otherwise indicated, check
these components in accordance
with the Maintenance and Warranty
Guide and according to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Battery The battery does not re-
quire any maintenance.
However, check that the
terminals are clean and
correctly tightened, par-
ticularly in summer and
winter.
When carrying out work on the bat-
tery, refer to the "Practical information" section for details of the precautions
to be taken before disconnecting the
battery and following its reconnection.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Refer to the Maintenance
and Warranty Guide for
details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environment (e.g.
dusty atmosphere) and the use of
the vehicle (e.g. city driving), replace
them twice as often if necessary
(refer to the "Engines" paragraph).
A clogged cabin fi lter may have an
adverse effect on the performance
of the air conditioning system and
generate undesirable odours.
Oil filter
Replace the oil fi lter each
time the engine oil is
changed. Particle filter system (Diesel)
Complementary to the catalytic
converter, this fi lter makes an ac-
tive contribution to the preservation
of air quality by the retaining of the
unburnt pollutant particles. Black
exhaust fumes are thus no longer
emitted.
After prolonged idling or driving at very
low speeds, you may occasionally
notice water vapour being emitted from
the exhaust when accelerating. This is
of no consequence to the running of
the vehicle or to the environment.
If there is risk of clogging, a mes-
sage appears on the instrument
panel display, accompanied by an
audible signal and lighting of the
service warning lamp.
This alert tells you that the particle
fi lter is starting to fi ll up (in conditions
of urban driving of exceptionally long
duration: low speeds, traffi c jams
etc.)
To regenerate the fi lter, it is advised
to drive as soon as possible, when
traffi c conditions permit, at a speed
of 40 mph (around 60 km/h) or
more for at least fi ve minutes (until
the alert message disappears).
If this alert persists, consult a
CITROËN dealer.
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for details of the
replacement interval for this compo-
nent.

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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
FUSEBOX A Table of fuses

Fuse N° Rating
Function

G29 - -

G30 5 A Heated rear view mirrors

G31 5 A Rain and brightness sensor

G32 5 A Seat belt not fastened warning lamps

G33 5 A Electrochrome rear view mirrors

G34 20 A Sunroof (saloon)

G35 5 A Passenger door lighting - passenger rear view mirror adjustment

G36 30 A Electric tailgate (tourer)

G37 20 A Heated front seats

G38 30 A Driver’s electric seat

G39 30 A Passenger’s electric seat - HIFI amplifi er

G40 3 A Trailer relay unit supply
FUSEBOX B

Fuse N° Rating
Function

G36
15 A 6 speed automatic gearbox

5 A 4 speed automatic gearbox

G37 10 A Daytime-running lamps - Diagnostic socket

G38 3 A ESP

G39 10 A Hydraulic suspension

G40 3 A STOP switch

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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
FUSEBOX C

Fuse N° Rating
Function

F1 15 A Rear screen wipe (Tourer)

F2 30 A Locking and deadlocking relay

F3 5 A Airbags

F4 10 A Automatic gearbox - additional heater unit (Diesel) - electrochro me rear view mirrors

F5 30 A Front window - sun roof - passenger door lighting - passeng er rear view mirror adjustment

F6 30 A Rear window

F7 5 A Vanity mirror lighting - Glove box lighting - interior lamps - t orch (tourer)

F8 20 A Radio - CD changer - Controls at the steering wheel - Displa
y - Defl ation detection - Electric
boot ECU

F9 30 A Cigar-lighter - front 12 V socket

F10 15 A Alarm - Controls on the steering wheel, signalling and scre en wipe controls

F11 15 A Low current ignition switch

F12 15 A Driver’s electric seat - instrument panel - seat belt not fasten
ed warning lamps -air
conditioning controls

F13 5 A Engine relay unit - Hydraulic suspension pump cut-off relay - a irbag ECU supply

F14 15 A Rain and brightness sensor - parking assistance - passenger’s electri
c seat - trailer relay
unit - HIFI amplifi er ECU - Hands-free kit - Lane Departure Warn ing System

F15 30 A Locking and deadlocking relay

F17 40 A Heated rear screen - exterior heated rear view mirrors

FSH SHUNT PARK SHUNT

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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
TOWING A TRAILER, A CARAVAN, ETC.
Towbar suited to the attachment of a
trailer or caravan with additional sig-
nalling and lighting.
Your vehicle is primarily designed
for transporting people and luggage,
but it may also be used for towing a
trailer.
We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their har-
nesses that have been tested and
approved from the design stage
of your vehicle, and that the fi t-
ting of the towbar is entrusted to a
CITROËN dealer. If the trailer is not fi tted by
a CITROËN dealer, it is
imperative that it is fi tted
using the electrical pre-equipment
installed at the rear of the vehicle,
in accordance with the manufactur-
er’s instructions.
Driving with a trailer subjects the
towing vehicle to more signifi cant
stress and its driver must be par-
ticularly careful.
Driving advice
Distribution of loads

 Distribute the load in the trailer
so that the heaviest items are as
close as possible to the axle and
the nose weight approaches the
maximum permitted without ex-
ceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude,
thus reducing engine performance.
Above 1 000 metres, the maximum
towing load must be reduced by 10 %
and so on for every 1 000 metres of
altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section
for details of the weights and towing
loads which apply to your vehicle.
Side wind

 Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind. Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled,
its cooling capacity is not dependent
on the engine speed.

 To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed.
The maximum towing load on a long
slope depends on the gradient and
the ambient temperature.
In all cases, pay attention to the
coolant temperature.

 If the warning lamp and
the STOP warning lamp
come on, stop the vehicle
and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the brak-
ing distance.
Tyres

 Check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle and of the trailer,
observing the recommended
pressures.
Lighting

 Check the electrical signalling on
the trailer.
The rear parking assistance will
be deactivated automatically if an
original CITROËN towbar is used.