boot Citroen C5 2008.5 (RD/TD) / 2.G Owner's Manual
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I N S T R U M E N T S a n d C O N T R O L S
Lighting is associated
with another warning
lamp:
Service If this warning lamp
comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a
problem in one of the
systems which does not have a spe-
c i fi c w a r n i n g l a m p .
In order to identify it, see the mes-
sage on the multifunction screen.
The warning lamp only comes on
temporarily in the case of the follow-
ing minor faults:
- incorrect closing of the doors, boot, rear screen and bonnet,
- fl a t r e m o t e c o n t r o l b a t t e r y ,
- low tyre pressure,
- the saturation of the particle e m i s s i o n fi l t e r ( D i e s e l ) .
In the case of major faults, the warn-
ing lamp remains on until the operating
f a u l t i s r e c t i fi e d , c o n t a c t a C I T R O Ë N
dealer as soon as possible. Braking
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
one of the braking systems:
- s i g n i fi c a n t d r o p i n t h e fl u i d l e v e l in the circuit,
- electronic brake force distribu- tion (EBFD) faulty (simultane-
ous lighting of the ABS warning
lamp),
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Parking brake
When stationary, the perma-
nent lighting of this warning
l a m p c o n fi r m s t h a t t h e p a r -
king brake is applied.
I f t h i s w a r n i n g l a m p fl a s h e s , i t i n d i -
cates a fault with its application or re-
lease. Consult a CITROËN dealer.
With the engine running, and when
displayed at the same time as the
STOP warning lamp, it indicates that
t h e b r a k e fl u i d l e v e l i s t o o l o w . Electric parking brake fault
This warning lamp comes
on if there is a fault with the
electric parking brake.
Electric parking brake -
deactivation of automatic
functions This warning lamp comes
on if the "automatic lock-
ing" (upon switching off the
ignition) and the "automatic
unlocking" functions are de-
activated or faulty.
Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
Unless the system has been deacti-
vated, if this warning lamp comes on
continuously, accompanied by a mes-
sage on the instrument panel screen,
switching on of the SERVICE warning
lamp and an audible signal, this indi-
cates the occurrence of a fault in the
ESP/ASR system.
Central alert
- punctured wheel,
- braking,
- coolant temperature,
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
the anti-lock braking sys-
tem.
However, this does not prevent op-
eration of the vehicle's servo assist-
ed braking. If this warning lamp comes on, stop
immediately and contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
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C O M F O R T
REAR SEATS
Bench seat, the left-hand (2/3) or
right-hand (1/3) section of which
can be folded to adapt the boot load
space.
Removing the seat cushion
Move the corresponding front
seat forwards if necessary.
Raise the front of the seat cushion 1 .
Tilt the seat cushion 1 fully against
the front seat.
Remove the seat cushion 1 from
i t s fi x i n g s b y p u l l i n g u p w a r d s . Refitting the seat cushion
Position the seat cushion 1 verti-
c a l l y i n i t s fi x i n g s .
Fold down the seat cushion 1 .
Press on the seat cushion to se-
cure it.
Folding the seat
In order to fold a rear seat without
any risk of damage, always start
with the seat cushion, never with
the seat back:
move the corresponding front
seat forwards if necessary,
raise the front of the seat cush-
ion 1 ,
tilt the seat cushion 1 fully against
the front seat,
check that the seat belt is posi-
tioned correctly on the side of
the seat back,
lower or remove the head restraints
if necessary,
pull the control 3 forwards to re-
lease the seat back 2 ,
tilt the seat back 2 .
The seat cushion 1 can be removed
to increase the loading volume. Returning the seat back to its
original position
When returning the rear seat to its
original position:
put the seat back 2 in the upright
position and secure it,
fold the seat cushion 1 ,
r e fi t t h e h e a d r e s t r a i n t s o r p u t
them back in place.
When returning the rear seat to its
original position, take care not to trap
the seat belts and ensure that their
buckles are positioned correctly.
The red indicator on the control 3
should no longer be visible; if it is,
push the seat fully back.
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A C C E S S
REMOTE CONTROL KEY
System which permits central un-
locking or locking of the vehicle us-
ing the lock or from a distance. It
is also used to locate and start the
vehicle and provide guide-me-home
lighting, as well as providing protec-
tion against theft.
Unlocking the vehicle Complete unlocking using the
remote control
Unfolding the key
First press button A to unfold the
key.
Press the open padlock
to unlock the vehicle.
Complete unlocking using the
key
Turn the key to the left in the
driver’s door lock to unlock the
vehicle.
U n l o c k i n g i s c o n fi r m e d b y r a p i d
fl a s h i n g o f t h e d i r e c t i o n i n d i c a t o r s
f o r a p p r o x i m a t e l y t w o s e c o n d s a n d
lighting of the courtesy lamp (if the
function is activated).
A c c o r d i n g t o v e r s i o n , t h e e x t e r i o r
mirrors unfold at the same time.
Selective unlocking using the
remote control
Press the open padlock
once to unlock the driver’s
door only.
Press the open padlock again to
unlock the other doors and the
boot. A c c o r d i n g t o v e r s i o n , t h e e x t e r i o r
mirrors unfold at the same time as
t h e fi r s t u n l o c k i n g a c t i o n .
The complete or selective unlocking
parameter is set via the instrument
p a n e l s c r e e n c o n fi g u r a t i o n m e n u
(see "Instruments and controls" sec-
tion).
Complete unlocking is activated by
default.
Selective unlocking is not possible
using the key.
E a c h u n l o c k i n g i s c o n fi r m e d b y
r a p i d fl a s h i n g o f t h e d i r e c t i o n i n d i c a -
t o r s f o r a p p r o x i m a t e l y t w o s e c o n d s
and by switching on of the courtesy
lamp.
Electric boot opening
Press button B to open
the boot.
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Normal locking using the key
Turn the key to the right in the
driver’s door lock to lock the ve-
hicle completely.
L o c k i n g i s c o n fi r m e d b y fi x e d l i g h t -
ing of the direction indicators for
a p p r o x i m a t e l y t w o s e c o n d s a n d b y
switching off of the courtesy lamp.
A c c o r d i n g t o v e r s i o n , t h e e x t e r i o r
mirrors fold at the same time. If one of the doors, the rear screen
or the boot is still open, the central
locking does not take place.
When the vehicle is locked, if it is
unlocked inadvertently, it will relock
automatically after thirty seconds
unless a door is opened.
When stationary with the engine
o f f , l o c k i n g i s c o n fi r m e d b y fl a s h i n g
of the interior locking control indi-
cator lamp.
The folding and unfolding of the
e x t e r i o r m i r r o r s u s i n g t h e r e m o t e
control can be deactivated by a
CITROËN dealer.
Deadlocking using the
remote control
Press the closed pad-
lock to lock the vehicle
completely or press the
closed padlock for more
than two seconds to
close the windows and
sunroof automatically in
addition to locking.
Press the closed padlock again
w i t h i n fi v e s e c o n d s t o d e a d l o c k
the vehicle.
Locking the vehicle
Normal locking using the remote
control
Press the closed pad-
lock to lock the vehicle
completely.
Press the closed padlock for
more than two seconds to close
the windows and sunroof auto-
matically in addition to locking. Deadlocking using the key
Turn the key to the right in the
driver's door lock to lock the ve-
hicle completely and hold it in
this position for more than two
seconds to close the windows
automatically in addition to locking.
Turn the key to the right again
w i t h i n fi v e s e c o n d s t o d e a d l o c k
the vehicle.
D e a d l o c k i n g i s c o n fi r m e d b y fi x e d
lighting of the direction indicators for
a p p r o x i m a t e l y t w o s e c o n d s .
A c c o r d i n g t o v e r s i o n , t h e e x t e r i o r
mirrors fold at the same time.
D e a d l o c k i n g r e n d e r s t h e e x t e r i o r a n d
interior door controls inoperative.
It also deactivates the manual central
control button.
When stationary with the engine
o f f , l o c k i n g i s c o n fi r m e d b y fl a s h i n g
of the indicator lamp on the interior
locking control.
If one of the doors or the boot is open
or has not been closed correctly, the
central locking will not work.
Therefore, never leave anyone inside
the vehicle when it is deadlocked.
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ALARM
System which protects and provides
a deterrent against the theft of your
vehicle. It provides two types of pro-
t e c t i o n , e x t e r i o r a n d i n t e r i o r , a s w e l l
as an anti-tamper function.
Exterior protection
The system monitors any opening of
the vehicle.
The alarm is triggered if anyone tries
to enter the vehicle by forcing a door,
the boot or the bonnet.
Interior protection
The system monitors any variation
in the volume in the passenger com-
partment.
The alarm is triggered if anyone
breaks a window or moves inside
the vehicle.
If you wish to leave a pet in the vehi-
cle or a window partially open, deac-
tivate the interior protection.
Anti-tamper function
The system monitors any putting out
of service of its components.
The alarm is triggered if anyone
tries to put the wires of the siren, the
central control or the battery out of
service.
D o n o t m a k e a n y m o d i fi c a t i o n s t o
the alarm system, this could cause
malfunctions. Locking the vehicle with full
alarm
Activation
Switch off the ignition and get out
of the vehicle.
Lock or deadlock the vehicle us-
ing the locking button on the re-
mote control.
The alarm is activated; the indicator
lamp on button A fl a s h e s o n c e p e r
second.
Deactivation
Unlock the vehicle using the
unlocking button on the remote
control.
The alarm is deactivated; the indica-
tor lamp on button A switches off. Locking the vehicle with
exterior protection alarm only
Deactivation of the interior
protection
Switch off the ignition.
Within ten seconds, press but-
ton A until the indicator lamp is lit
continuously.
Get out of the vehicle.
Lock or deadlock the vehicle us-
ing the locking button on the re-
mote control.
T h e e x t e r i o r p r o t e c t i o n a l a r m a l o n e
remains activated; the indicator
lamp on button A fl a s h e s o n c e p e r
second.
In order to be taken into account,
this deactivation must be car-
ried out each time the ignition is
switched off.
Reactivation of the interior
protection
Unlock the vehicle using the
unlocking button on the remote
control.
Relock the vehicle using the re-
mote control.
The alarm is activated again with
both types of protection; the indica-
tor lamp on button A switches off.
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Triggering
This is indicated by sounding of the
s i r e n a n d fl a s h i n g o f t h e d i r e c t i o n
i n d i c a t o r s f o r a p p r o x i m a t e l y t h i r t y
seconds.
After it has been triggered, the alarm
is again operational.
If the alarm is triggered ten times in
succession, the eleventh time will
result in it becoming inactive. If the indicator lamp on button A
fl a s h e s r a p i d l y , t h i s i n d i c a t e s t h a t
the alarm was triggered during
your absence. When the ignition is
s w i t c h e d o n , t h i s fl a s h i n g s t o p s i m -
mediately.
To avoid triggering the alarm when
washing your vehicle, lock it using
the key.
Do not activate the alarm before
disconnecting the battery, other-
wise the siren will sound. Failure of the remote control
Unlock the vehicle using the key
in the driver’s door lock.
Open the door; the alarm is trig-
gered.
Switch on the ignition; the alarm
stops.
Locking the vehicle without
alarm
Lock or deadlock the vehicle us-
ing the key in the driver’s door
lock.
* According to country.
Malfunction
When the ignition is switched on,
lighting of the indicator light on but-
ton
A for ten seconds indicates a si-
ren fault.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer. Automatic operation *
Depending on the legislation in force
in your country, one of these cases
may occur:
- 45 seconds after the vehicle is
locked using the remote control,
the alarm is activated, regard-
less of the status of the doors
and boot.
- 2 minutes after the last door or the boot is closed, the alarm is
activated.
To avoid triggering the alarm
o n e n t e r i n g t h e v e h i c l e , fi r s t
press the unlocking button on
the remote control.
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A C C E S S
DOORS
Opening
From outside When the selective unlocking is acti-
v a t e d , t h e fi r s t p r e s s o f t h e r e m o t e
control unlocking button permits
unlocking of the driver's door only.
Pull on the front door control to
open the door; this unlocks the
vehicle completely.
Pull on the rear door control to
open the door; this unlocks the
door concerned only.
With the selective unlocking acti-
vated:
- the driver's door control unlocks the driver's door only.
- the other door controls unlock the other doors and the boot.
The interior door controls do not
operate when the vehicle is dead-
locked. Manual centralised control
System which provides full manual
locking or unlocking of the doors
and boot from the inside.
Locking
Press button A to lock the vehicle.
The red indicator lamp on the button
c o m e s o n . I t fl a s h e s w h e n t h e d o o r s
are locked while stationary with the
engine off.
If one of the doors is open, the cen-
tral locking from the inside does not
take place.
After unlocking the vehicle com-
pletely using the remote control
or the key, pull the door handle. From inside
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Unlocking
Press button A again to unlock
the vehicle.
The red indicator lamp on the button
switches off.
If the vehicle is locked or dead-
locked from the outside, the red in-
d i c a t o r l a m p fl a s h e s a n d b u t t o n A
is inactive.
In this case, use the remote
control or the key to unlock the
vehicle.
Automatic centralised control
System which provides full automatic
locking or unlocking of the doors and
the boot while driving.
You can activate or deactivate this
function. Locking
W h e n t h e s p e e d e x c e e d s 6 m p h
(10 km/h), the doors and the boot
lock automatically.
If one of the doors is open, the auto-
matic central locking does not take
place.
If the boot is open, the automatic
central locking of the doors is active.
Unlocking
Above 6 mph (10 km/h), press
button A to unlock the doors and
the boot temporarily.
Activation
Press button A for more than
two seconds.
A c o n fi r m a t i o n m e s s a g e a p p e a r s
on the instrument panel display,
accompanied by an audible signal.
Deactivation
Press button A again for more
than two seconds.
A c o n fi r m a t i o n m e s s a g e a p p e a r s
on the instrument panel display,
accompanied by an audible signal. Emergency control
System which locks or unlocks the
doors mechanically in the event of
a malfunction of the battery or of the
central locking.
Locking the driver's door
Insert the key in the lock, then
turn it to the right.
Unlocking the driver's door
Insert the key in the lock, then
turn it to the left.
Locking the front and rear
passenger doors
Insert the key in the lock, located
on the edge of the door, then turn
it one eighth of a turn .
Unlocking the front and rear
passenger doors
Pull the interior door opening
control.
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BOOT (SALOON)
Press upwards on lever 1 and lift
up the boot. With the vehicle stationary, this is
carried out using:
- The remote control.
- The key in a door lock.
- The interior central locking/
unlocking control.
The boot automatically locks when
the vehicle is moving at a speed of
over 6 mph (10 km/h), even if auto-
matic central locking is deactivated.
It is unlocked when a door is opened
or when the central locking button is
pressed (speed lower than 6 mph
(10 km/h)).
Opening
Locking/unlocking Emergency boot lid release
System for mechanical unlocking of
the boot in the event of a battery or
central locking malfunction.
Unlocking
Fold back the rear seats to gain
access to the lock from inside
the boot.
Insert a small screwdriver into
hole A of the lock to unlock the
tailgate.
Push the white part, located in-
side the lock, to the left to unlock
the boot.
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Electric opening
BOOT (TOURER)
Manual opening
Press upwards on lever A and lift
up the tailgate.
Press upwards on lever A , or
press button B of the remote
control. Do not attempt to help the opening
of the tailgate manually after press-
ing the control
A .
Manual closing
Lower the tailgate using the inte-
rior handle C .
Electric closing
Press the push-button D to close
the tailgate.
Do not interrupt the closing of the
tailgate; if any obstacle prevents it
closing, the operation will stop and
the tailgate will automatically rise
by a few centimetres.
Locking/unlocking
With the vehicle stationary, this is
carried out using:
- The remote control.
- The key in a door lock.
- The interior central locking/un- locking control. Interrupting the opening/
closing of the tailgate
When the tailgate is being opened
or closed electrically, you can inter-
rupt its movement at any point by
pressing push-button
D , the control
A or button B .
You can then open or close the tail-
gate electrically or manually, if neces-
sary moving it in the opposite direction
to release it.
The boot automatically locks when
the vehicle is moving at a speed of
over 6 mph (10 km/h), even if auto-
matic central locking is deactivated.
It is unlocked when a door is opened
or when the central locking button
is pressed (at a speed of less than
6 mph (10 km/h)).
Memorisation of an
intermediate position
You can store an opening angle for
the tailgate:
Manually or automatically move
the tailgate to the required posi-
tion.
Make a long press on push-but-
ton D . The system emits a short
audible beep.
Release the push-button D .