engine Citroen C5 2008 (RD/TD) / 2.G Owner's Manual

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INTERIOR
Electric parking brake
The electric parking brake combines automatic engagement when the engine is switched off, and automatic release when the vehicle is set in motion (automatic function activated by default).Note: Manual locking/unlocking is possible.
Parking space sensor
The “Parking Space Sensor” func-tion assists you in fi nding a parking space.
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Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
This function enables you to adjust the com-fort levels of the driver and the front passen-ger independently. It is also automatically regulated depending on the external climatic conditions.
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Audio and communication systems
This equipment benefi ts from the lat-est technology: MP3 compatible RD4 radio, Bluetooth®technology: MP3 technology: MP3 hands-free kit, ®
NaviDrive (See NaviDrive instruc-tions).
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Instrument panel
The hazard lamps can also be used with the igni-tion switched off.
M O N I T O R I N G
A. Fuel gauge and low fuel warning lamp.
B. Cruise control/speed limiter information.
C. Coolant temperature.
D. Speed indicator.
E. Instrument panel.
F. Mileage recorder.
G. Trip mileage recorder reset button.
H. Rev counter.
I. Engine oil temperature.
J. Display of automatic gearbox information.
Note:When the ignition is switched on, the orange and red warning lamps light up.
When the engine is running, these warning lamps should go out.
If any warning lamps remain lit, refer to the relevant page.

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Electric parking brake
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Never leave a child alone inside the vehicle with the ignition on, as they could release the parking brake.
Hill start assist
Manual operation
The MANUAL application/release of the parking brake is possible permanently by pulling/pushing control B.
Before leaving the vehicle, check that warning lamp A (!) (red) on the instru-ment panel is permanently lit and that warning lamp P (red) on con-trol B is lit.
With the engine running, if you leave the vehicle, manually apply the park-ing brake.
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being held in the temporary immobilisation hill start assist phase.
To aid starting on a gradient, your vehicle is equipped with a system which keeps it immobilised for a short time (about 2 seconds), the approximate time it takes to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.
This function is only active when:The vehicle is completely sta-tionary, with your foot on the brake pedal.
In particular conditions on a slope.With the driver's door closed.

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K E Y S
Never attempt to modify the electronic immobiliser’s electrical circuit, as this could render your vehicle undriveable.
It is dangerous to operate the deadlocking when a person is inside the vehicle as unlocking is impossible from the inside without the remote control.
The key number is on the label attached to the key.
Should the key be lost or modifi ed (addition, cancellation or replacement), you must contact a CITROËN dealer, with all of the vehicle keys in your possession as well as your proof of identity.
Central locking using the key
Briefl y turn the key in the door lock. The vehicle is locked.
Deadlocking: Central locking using the key
A second immediate action with the key deadlocks the vehicle. It is then impossible to open the doors from the interior or exterior.
Note:With the vehicle stationary and the engine switched off, lock-ing is signalled by the fl ashing of the interior locking control warning lamp.
If any of the doors, or the boot, is open or not properly closed, the central locking does not operate.

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S T E E R I N G L O C K - I G N I T I O N - S T A R T E R
NEVER REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY BEFORE THE ENGINE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.
IT IS ESSENTIAL ALWAYS TO DRIVE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, SO AS TO RETAIN STEERING AND BRAKING ASSISTANCE (risk of the steering lock engaging and loss of safety features).
When stationary, having removed the key, carefully turn the steering wheel if you wish to lock the steering.
S: Steering lock
To unlock the steering, gently move the steering wheel while turning the key, without exerting undue force.
When you remove the key, turn your steering wheel to lock the steering. The key can only be removed when in position S.
Economy mode
When the engine is stopped, some functions (audio system, screen wipe, electric windows, sunroof, electric seats, telephone, video, interior lighting etc.) are only electrically supplied for a maximum period of 30 minutes, to avoid discharging the battery.
Once this period is over, a message is displayed on the instrument panel screen and the active functions are placed on standby.
The electrical components relating to comfort and also the headlamps (not sidelamps or hazard warning lamps) cut out automatically. To reactivate them, it is necessary to start the engine.
M: Drive position
The steering is unlocked (by turn-ing the key in position M, if neces-sary move the steering wheel).
D: Starting
Release the key as soon as the engine starts. Never turn it while the engine is running.

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DO NOT RUN THE ENGINE IN A CLOSED SPACE OR IN ONE THAT IS INSUFFICIENTLY VENTILATED.
Manual gearbox
Ensure that the gear lever is in the neutral position.Do not touch the accelerator.
For Diesel engines: Turn the key to the drive position. Wait for the preheater warning lamp to go off, if this has come on.
Turn the key to action the starter (not for more than ten seconds), until the engine starts.
Note: In ambient temperatures lower than 0°C, depress the clutch while actioning the starter to facili-tate starting. Then release the clutch pedal slowly.

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Engine oil temperature gauge
Under normal operating condi-tions, 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 nec-essary, stop the engine and check the levels (see chapter - Mainte-nance - “Levels”).
Fuel gauge
On horizontal ground, the lighting of the fuel low warning lamp warns you that you are using the reserve tank.
A message alert is displayed on the instrument panel.
Coolant temperature indicator
Under normal operating condi-tions, the bars should be within section 1.
In severe operating conditions, the bars may extend into section 2, the engine coolant temperature warn-ing lamp A and the STOP warning lamp will light up, stop immedi-ately.Switch off the ignition. The cooling fan may continue to operate for a certain time. Allow the engine to cool down while tak-ing the precautions indicated in chapter - Maintenace - “Levels”.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
If the SERVICE warning lamp lights up, check the levels (see chapter - Maintenance - “Levels”).

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I N S T R U M E N T P A N E L
W A R N I N G L A M P S
Left hand direction indicator
See “Signalling”.
Right hand direction indicator
See “Signalling”.
Sidelamps
See “Signalling”.
Front foglamps
See “Signalling”.
Dipped beams
See “Signalling”.
Foglamps (rear)
See “Signalling”.
Main beams
See “Signalling”.
All the direction indicators fl ash simultaneously when the hazard warning lamps are switched on.
Indicator and headlamp warning lamps
Fuel low
In some driving condi-tions and depending on the engine, the range may be less than 50 kilometres (approx. 30 miles).
See “Fuel”.
Diesel engine preheater
See method for starting the engine.
See “Starting”.
Electronic parking brake - deactivation of automatic functions
This warning lamp comes on if the “automatic locking” (upon switch-ing off the ignition) and the “auto-matic unlocking” functions are deactivated or faulty.

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STOP warning lamp
When the warning lamp comes on, you must stop the vehicle and switch off the engine. Contact a CITROËN dealer.switch off the engineswitch off
Parking brake
The permanent lighting of this warning lamp confi rms that the parking brake is applied.
If this warning lamp fl ashes, it indi-cates a fault with its application or release. Consult a CITROËN cates a fault with its application cates a fault with its application
dealer as soon as possible.
See “Brakes”.
With the engine running, and when displayed at the same time as the STOP warning lamp, it indi-cates that the brake fl uid level is too low.
If this warning lamp comes on, stop immediately and contact a CITROËN dealer.stop immediately and contact stop immediately and contact
See “Brakes”.
Battery charge
This warning lamp comes on temporarily when the engine is switched on. If it remains on permanently, contact a CITROËN dealer.remains on permanently, remains on permanently,
In the event of a battery failure, the application of the electronic parking brake when the engine is switched off is not guaranteed. You must therefore apply the parking brake before switching off the engine.
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W A R N I N G L A M P S
SERVICE
This warning lamp remains on perma-nently, as long as the fault displayed on the instru-ment panel screen is present (for serious faults).
Consult a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
This warning lamp remains on only for a short time for faults that are minor.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
ESP/ASR
Operating
If either of the ESP or ASR systems is active, the warning lamp fl ashes.
For a malfunction
With the engine running, the light-ing of this warning lamp along with a message on the instrument panel screen, the lighting of the SERVICE warning lamp and a sound signal, indicates a system fault.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
Deactivation
The lighting of this warning lamp and the light on the ESP deactiva-tion button confi rms that the sys-tem is deactivated.
See “Dynamic stability control” (ESP).
Coolant temperature
It comes on for a few sec-onds each time you switch on the ignition.
If this warning lamp comes on, engine running, it tells you that the coolant temperature is rising abnormally.
This warning lamp is linked with the STOP warning lamp.
It is essential to stop the vehi-cle.
Check the coolant level.
If the level is too low, contact a CITROËN dealer.If the level is too low, contact If the level is too low, contact

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Engine oil level indicator
When you switch the ignition on, the engine oil check is displayed for a few seconds on the instru-ment panel screen.
Note: to ensure that this meas-urement is accurate, check the oil level on horizontal ground after the engine has been switched off for at least 15 minutes. An incorrect engine oil level can seriously dam-age your engine.
“Oil level incorrect” indicates that the oil level is too low.
Check using the manual dipstick. See “Levels”.
If, after topping up, the message re-appears, contact a CITROËN If, after topping up, the message If, after topping up, the message
dealer.
“Oil level measurement invalid” indicates a malfunctioning of the indicator.
Contact a CITROËN dealer.
“Oil level correct” indicates nor-mal operating.
Log of alerts
This function allows you to display the log of alerts.
Press on button A. The following messages appear consecutively on the instrument panel screen:
Tyre pressure check.
Maintenance indicator reminder.
Display of message alerts.
Oil level check.

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