service indicator Citroen C5 2008.5 (RD/TD) / 2.G Owner's Manual

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Deactivation warning lamps
If one of the following warning lamps
comes on, this confi rms that the
corresponding system has been
switched off intentionally.
Passenger's airbag system
deactivation Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) deactivation
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A specifi c button, located in the centre
of the dashboard, permits deactiva-
tion of the system. This is confi rmed
by continuous lighting of this warning
lamp and of the indicator lamp on the
button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automati-
cally. Warning lamps
Diesel engine
pre-heating
Wait until this goes off before oper-
ating the starter.
When the engine is running or the
vehicle is moving, the lighting of
one of the following warning lamps
indicates the occurrence of a fault
requiring intervention on the part of
the driver.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning lamp must be investi-
gated further by reading the associ-
ated message on the multifunction
screen.
Should you encounter any problems,
do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Front passenger's airbag
activation
If this comes on temporarily when
the ignition is switched on, it indi-
cates that the front passenger's airbag
is active.
The passenger's airbag sys-
tem is put into service auto-
matically when the vehicle is
started.
A specifi c control, located in the glove
box, permits deactivation of the sys-
tem. This is confi rmed by continuous
lighting of this warning lamp on the
instrument panel or a message on
the multifunction screen.

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Deactivation warning lamps
If one of the following warning lamps
comes on, this confi rms that the
corresponding system has been
switched off intentionally.
Passenger's airbag system
deactivation Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) deactivation
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A specifi c button, located in the centre
of the dashboard, permits deactiva-
tion of the system. This is confi rmed
by continuous lighting of this warning
lamp and of the indicator lamp on the
button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automati-
cally. Warning lamps
Diesel engine
pre-heating
Wait until this goes off before oper-
ating the starter.
When the engine is running or the
vehicle is moving, the lighting of
one of the following warning lamps
indicates the occurrence of a fault
requiring intervention on the part of
the driver.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning lamp must be investi-
gated further by reading the associ-
ated message on the multifunction
screen.
Should you encounter any problems,
do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Front passenger's airbag
activation
If this comes on temporarily when
the ignition is switched on, it indi-
cates that the front passenger's airbag
is active.
The passenger's airbag sys-
tem is put into service auto-
matically when the vehicle is
started.
A specifi c control, located in the glove
box, permits deactivation of the sys-
tem. This is confi rmed by continuous
lighting of this warning lamp on the
instrument panel or a message on
the multifunction screen.

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Deactivation warning lamps
If one of the following warning lamps
comes on, this confi rms that the
corresponding system has been
switched off intentionally.
Passenger's airbag system
deactivation Dynamic stability control
(ESP/ASR) deactivation
The ESP/ASR system is put
into service automatically
when the vehicle is started.
A specifi c button, located in the centre
of the dashboard, permits deactiva-
tion of the system. This is confi rmed
by continuous lighting of this warning
lamp and of the indicator lamp on the
button.
From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automati-
cally. Warning lamps
Diesel engine
pre-heating
Wait until this goes off before oper-
ating the starter.
When the engine is running or the
vehicle is moving, the lighting of
one of the following warning lamps
indicates the occurrence of a fault
requiring intervention on the part of
the driver.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning lamp must be investi-
gated further by reading the associ-
ated message on the multifunction
screen.
Should you encounter any problems,
do not hesitate to contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Front passenger's airbag
activation
If this comes on temporarily when
the ignition is switched on, it indi-
cates that the front passenger's airbag
is active.
The passenger's airbag sys-
tem is put into service auto-
matically when the vehicle is
started.
A specifi c control, located in the glove
box, permits deactivation of the sys-
tem. This is confi rmed by continuous
lighting of this warning lamp on the
instrument panel or a message on
the multifunction screen.

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Maintenance indicator
System which informs the driver
when the next service is due, in
accordance with the manufacturer's
servicing schedule.
The point at which the service is due
is calculated from the last indicator
zero reset. It is determined by two
parameters:
- the distance travelled,
- the time elapsed since the last service.
More than 620 miles (1 000 km)
remain before the next service is due
For 5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the spanner symboli-
sing the service operations comes on.
The distance recorder display line
indicates the distance remaining
before the next service is due.

Example: 1 900 miles remain before
the next service is due.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the display indicates: 5 seconds after the ignition is switched
on,
the spanner is switched off ; the
distance recorder resumes its normal
operation. The display then indicates
the total and trip distances.
Less than 620 miles (1 000 km)
remain before the next service is due

Example: 500 miles remain before
the next service is due.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the display indicates:
5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the distance recorder
resumes its normal operation. The
spanner remains on to indicate that
a service must be carried out soon. Service overdue
For 5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on,
the spanner fl ashes
to indicate that the service must be
carried out as soon as possible.

Example: the service is overdue by
300 miles.
For 5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the display indicates:
5 seconds after the ignition is
switched on, the distance recorder
resumes its normal operation. The
spanner remains lit .
The distance remaining may be
weighted by the time factor, depen-
ding on the driver's driving habits.
Therefore, the spanner may also
come on if you have exceeded the
two year service interval.

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Maintenance indicator zero reset
After each service, the maintenance
indicator must be reset to zero.
Your CITROËN technician resets the
indicator to zero after each service.
However, if you do your own servi-
cing, the procedure for resetting to
zero is as follows:

 switch off the ignition,

 press and hold the trip distance
recorder zero reset button,

 switch on the ignition; the dis-
tance recorder display begins a
countdown,

 when the display indicates "=0" ,
release the button; the spanner
disappears.
Following this operation, if you wish
to disconnect the battery, lock the
vehicle and wait at least fi ve minutes
for the zero reset to be taken into ac-
count. Engine oil level indicator
System which informs the driver
whether the engine oil level is cor-
rect or not.
This information is indicated for a
few seconds when the ignition is
switched on, after the service infor-
mation.
The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more
than 15 minutes.
Oil level correct
Oil level low
This is indicated by displaying of the
message "Oil level incorrect".
If the low oil level is confi rmed by a
check using the dipstick, it is essen-
tial that the level is topped up to pre-
vent damage to the engine. Oil level gauge fault
This is indicated by displaying of
the message "Oil level measure-
ment invalid". Consult a CITROËN
dealer.

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Maintenance indicator zero reset
After each service, the maintenance
indicator must be reset to zero.
Your CITROËN technician resets the
indicator to zero after each service.
However, if you do your own servi-
cing, the procedure for resetting to
zero is as follows:

 switch off the ignition,

 press and hold the trip distance
recorder zero reset button,

 switch on the ignition; the dis-
tance recorder display begins a
countdown,

 when the display indicates "=0" ,
release the button; the spanner
disappears.
Following this operation, if you wish
to disconnect the battery, lock the
vehicle and wait at least fi ve minutes
for the zero reset to be taken into ac-
count. Engine oil level indicator
System which informs the driver
whether the engine oil level is cor-
rect or not.
This information is indicated for a
few seconds when the ignition is
switched on, after the service infor-
mation.
The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and
the engine has been off for more
than 15 minutes.
Oil level correct
Oil level low
This is indicated by displaying of the
message "Oil level incorrect".
If the low oil level is confi rmed by a
check using the dipstick, it is essen-
tial that the level is topped up to pre-
vent damage to the engine. Oil level gauge fault
This is indicated by displaying of
the message "Oil level measure-
ment invalid". Consult a CITROËN
dealer.

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Engine oil temperature gauge
Under normal operating conditions,
the bars should be within section 1 .
In severe operating conditions, the
bars may extend into section 2 .
In this event, slow down, and if neces-
sary, stop the engine and check the
levels (see corresponding chapter). Coolant temperature
indicator
Under normal operating conditions,
the bars should be within section
1 .
In severe operating conditions, the
bars may extend into section 2 , the
engine coolant temperature warning
lamp A and the STOP warning lamp
will light up, stop immediately . Switch
off the ignition. The cooling fan may
continue to operate for a certain
time .
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
If the SERVICE warning lamp lights
up, check the levels (see correspon-
ding chapter). On horizontal ground, the lighting of
the fuel low warning lamp warns you
that you are at the reserve level.
A message alert is displayed on the
instrument panel.
Fuel gauge indicator

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A C C E S S
ALARM
System which protects and provides
a deterrent against the theft of your
vehicle. It provides two types of pro-
tection, exterior and interior, as well
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.
Do not make any modifi cations to
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 ashes once per
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.
The exterior protection alarm alone
remains activated; the indicator
lamp on button A fl ashes once per
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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D R I V I N G
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM
System which detects the involun-
tary crossing of longitudinal traffi c
lane markings on the ground (solid
or broken line).
Sensors, fi tted below the front
bumper, trigger a warning if the vehi-
cle drifts over a lane marking (speed
higher than 50 mph (80 km/h)).
This system is particularly useful on
motorways and main roads. Activation

 Press button A , the indicator
lamp comes on.
Deactivation

 Press button A again, the indicator
lamp switches off.
The status of the system remains
in the memory when the ignition is
switched off.
Detection
You are warned by the vibration of
the driver’s seat cushion:
- on the right-hand side, if the marking on the ground has been
crossed on the right,
- on the left-hand side, if the marking on the ground has been crossed
on the left.
No warning is transmitted while the
direction indicator is active and for
approximately 20 seconds after the
direction indicator is switched off.
A warning may be transmitted if a
direction marking (e.g. arrow) or
non-standard marking (e.g. graffi ti)
is crossed. Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction, the
service warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message on the multifunction
screen.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
The lane departure warning sys-
tem cannot, in any circumstances,
replace the need for vigilance and
responsibility on the part of the
driver. The detection may be impeded:
- if the sensors are dirty (mud,
snow...),
- if the markings on the ground are worn,
- if there is little contrast between the markings on the ground and
the road surface.

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C H E C K S
CHECKING LEVELS
Check all of these levels regularly
and top them up if necessary, unless
otherwise indicated.
If a level drops signifi cantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Oil level Oil change
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for details of the in-
terval for this operation.
Oil specifi cation
The oil must correspond to your en-
gine and conform to the manufactur-
er’s recommendations. Brake fluid level
Fluid change
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for details of the in-
terval for this operation.
This fl uid must be changed regularly.
Fluid which has been used exces-
sively may cause a loss of braking
effi ciency.
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fl uid must conform to the
manufacturer’s recommendations
and fulfi l the DOT4 standards.
The reading will only be
correct if the vehicle is on
level ground and the engine
has been off for more than
15 minutes.
The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator on the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.
Between two oil changes, the con-
sumption should not exceed 0.5 litre
per 600 miles (1,000 km).
Check this level also between each
scheduled service and before long
journeys. The brake fl uid level should
be close to the "MAX" mark.
If it is not, check the brake
pad wear.
In order to maintain the re-
liability of the engine and
emission control system,
the use of additives in the engine
oil is prohibited. Power steering fluid or power
steering and suspension
fluid level
This fl uid must be topped up
by a CITROËN dealer.
Dipstick
There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:
-
A = max; never ex-
ceed this level,
- B = min; top up the
level via the oil fi ller
cap, using the type of
oil suited to your en-
gine.