ESP Citroen C5 2017 (RD/TD) / 2.G Owner's Guide

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Rear head restraints
The rear head restraints can be removed and
have two positions:
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h
igh, position for use,
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l
ow, storage position.
To raise a head restraint, pull it upwards.
To lower it, press the lug then the head
restraint.
To remove it, place it in the high position, push
the lug and pull it upwards.
To refit it, engage the head restraint rods in the
holes taking care to remain in line with the seat
back.
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.
In order to fold a rear seat without any risk of
damage, always start with the seat cushion,
never with the seat backrest:
F

M
ove the corresponding front seat for ward
if necessary.
F

R
aise the front of the seat cushion 1.
F

T
ilt the seat cushion 1 fully against the front
seat.
F

C
heck that the seat belt is positioned
correctly on the side of the seat backrest.
F

L
ower or remove the head restraints if
necessary.
Folding the seat
F Pull the control 2 for ward to release the seat backrest 3 .
F

F
old the seat backrest 3 fully down.
Never drive with the head restraints
removed, they must be in place and
correctly adjusted. The seat cushion 1 can be removed to
increase the load volume.
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Removing the seat cushionReturning the seat backrest to
its original position
F Put the seat backrest 3 into the fully upright
position and secure it.
F Return the seat cushion 1 to its original position.F Refit the head restraints or put 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. F

M
ove the corresponding front seat for ward
if necessary.
F
R
aise the front of the seat cushion 1
.
F
T
ilt the seat cushion 1 fully against the front
seat.
Refitting the seat cushion
F Position the seat cushion 1 vertically.
F I nsert one of the fixing brackets 2 into one
of the seat cushion supports. Carry out the
same operation for the other side keeping it
firmly towards the middle.
F

F
ully fold down the seat cushion 1 .
F

P
ress on the seat cushion to secure it.
The red indicator on the control 2 should
no longer be visible; if it is, push the seat
backrest
3

fully back. F
Extract the fixing brackets 2
from the seat
cushion support by keeping it firmly towards the
middle. Carry out the same operation for the
other side.
F Remove the seat cushion 1 by pulling upwards.
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In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance
guidelines below:
F
T
o obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles
located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as well
as the air extractor located in the boot.
F

D
o not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation
of the air conditioning system.
F

O
perate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a month
to keep it in per fect working order.
F

E
nsure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly.
W

e recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its
special active additive, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by the
occupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment (reduction of allergic
symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).
F

T
o ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to
have it checked regularly as recommended in the maintenance and warranty guide.
F

I
f the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off the
air conditioning increases the available engine power and so improves the towing ability.
Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning
systems only work when the engine is
running.
To maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment, you can
temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system.
For more information on Stop & Star t ,
refer to the corresponding section. The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge
of water under the vehicle which is
per fectly normal.
If after an extended stop in sunshine,
the interior temperature is very
high, first ventilate the passenger
compartment for a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
Contains fluorinated greenhouse gas R134A.
From 1st October 2016, depending on version and country of sale, contains fluorinated
greenhouse gas R134A (gas capacity 0.525 kg +/- 0.025 kg, GWP index 1 430, 0.751 t
equivalent CO
2). The air conditioning system does not
contain chlorine and does not present
any danger to the ozone layer.
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2a-2b. Temperature adjustmentControl via the manual controls3a-3b.
A ir distribution
adjustment
F Press control 3b to change the distribution
of the air flow on the passenger's side.
The indicator lamps corresponding to the
distribution chosen come on:
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indscreen and front side windows.
-

F
ront ventilation (central and side vents
and air diffusion grille if open) and rear
ventilation.
-

F
ront and rear footwells.
F

T

urn control 2a
to change the temperature
on the driver's side and control 2b
to change the temperature on the
passenger's side: to the right to increase or
to the left to reduce it.
The setting required is displayed.
The value indicated on the display corresponds
to a level of comfort and not to a temperature in
degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit, depending on
the screen configuration.
A setting around the value 21 usually provides
optimum comfort. However, depending on your
requirements, a setting between 18 and 24 is
normal. F

P
ress control 3a

to change the
distribution of the
air flow on the
driver's side.
F

P

ress one of the controls, with the
exception of temperature regulation 2a and
2b . The indicator lamps A in the "AUTO"
controls go off.
It is possible to adjust one or more functions
manually while leaving the other functions in
automatic mode.
Switching to manual mode may result in
discomfort (temperature, humidity, odour,
condensation) and may not provide optimum
comfort.
To return to "AUTO" mode, press controls 1a
and 1b . The indicator lamps A come on.
On entering the vehicle, the interior
temperature may be much colder
(or

warmer) than is comfortable. There
is no need to change the temperature
displayed in order to quickly obtain the
level of comfort required.
The automatic regulation of the air
conditioning will use its maximum
per formance settings to correct the
temperature difference as quickly as
possible.
Simultaneous display of the
distribution of air to the windscreen
and side windows and of front and rear
ventilation is not possible.
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5. Air flow adjustment
Reducing the air flow to minimum switches
the air conditioning system OFF.
To prevent condensation and deterioration
of the quality of the air in the passenger
compartment, ensure that an adequate flow of
air is maintained.
6. Air conditioning
The air conditioning will only
operate when the engine is running.
The air blower control (air flow
adjustment) must be active in order
to obtain air conditioning.
7. Recirculation of interior air
F Press control 7 once to activate recycling of the
interior air.
This function permits recirculation
of the air and isolation of the
passenger compartment from
exterior fumes and odours.
F

P

ress button 7 again
to activate automatic
recirculation with pollution
detection. F

P
ress control 7 a third time
to return to the standard
automatic mode (without
pollution detection).
Using a pollution sensor, the system
automatically activates recirculation of the
interior air once it detects a certain level of
pollutants in the interior air.
When the air quality returns to a satisfactory
level, the recirculation of interior air is
automatically deactivated.
F
P
ress the control:
-
t
o increase the air flow,
-

t

o reduce the air flow.
The air flow level is indicated by the
progressive illumination of the fan
blade indicator lamps.
Avoid prolonged use of air
recirculation
- Risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality!
You can store the settings of the air
conditioning system.
For more information on the Front
seats (and in particular storing driving
positions), refer to the corresponding
section.
F

P

ress control 6 . The indicator lamp comes
on.
In order to be effective, the air conditioning
must be used with the windows closed. Recirculation of the interior air is automatically
activated when engaging reverse or if the
screenwash is used.
The system is inactive when the ambient
temperature is below +5 °C to avoid the risk of
formation of mist on the windscreen and side
windows. This system is not designed to detect
unpleasant odours.
The system is inactive when the exterior
temperature is below +5 °C to avoid the risk of
formation of mist on the windscreen and side
windows.
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Map reading lamps
F With the ignition on, press the corresponding switch.
Panoramic sunroof rear
reading lamps (Tourer)
With the key in position or with the ignition on:
F P ress the corresponding switch 1 .
The reading lamp concerned comes on for
ten
m

inutes.
The rear reading lamps come on:
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w
hen the key is removed from the ignition,
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w
hen the vehicle is unlocked.
They switch off gradually:
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w
hen the vehicle is locked,
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w
hen the ignition is switched on.
Courtesy lamps
1. Front courtesy lamp
2. M ap reading lamp s
Front courtesy lamp
Rear courtesy lamp
1. Rear courtesy lamp
2. M
ap reading lamps In this position, the courtesy lamp
comes on gradually:
Lighting off.
Lighting on.
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w
hen the vehicle is unlocked,
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w
hen a door is opened,
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w
hen the key is removed from the ignition,
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w
hen the remote control locking button is
activated, in order to locate your vehicle.
It switches off gradually:
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w
hen the vehicle is locked,
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w
hen the ignition is switched on,
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3
0 seconds after the last door is closed.
In lighting on mode, different lighting
times are available:
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w
ith the ignition off, approximately
ten minutes,
- i n energy economy mode,
approximately thirty seconds,
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w
ith the engine running, unlimited.
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Front armrest
Comfort and storage system for the driver and front passenger.
Adjustment
To optimise your driving position:
F l ift the control A ,
F

p
ush the armrest for wards.
The armrest returns to its initial position when
you push it rear wards.
USB port
The USB port allows the connection of a
portable device, such as a digital player of the
iPod
® type or a USB memory stick.
The USB player reads your audio files, which
are sent to the audio system so that they can
be heard via the vehicle's speakers.
Compartment
The front armrest includes a cup holder and a
USB port and/or auxiliary JACK socket*.
F

L
ift the armrest for access to the cup
holder, USB port and/or auxiliary JACK
socket.
* Depending on equipment. When connected to the USB port,
the portable device is recharged
automatically.
While charging, a message is displayed
if the power consumption of the
portable device exceeds the rating of
the vehicle's port.
Auxiliary Jack socket
The auxiliary Jack socket allows the connection
of a portable device, such as a digital player,
so that your audio files can be heard via the
vehicle's speakers.
The management of these files is from your
portable device.
For more information on " Audio and
telematics ", refer to the corresponding
section.
The USB also allows a telephone to be
connected by a MirrorLink™ connection, so
that use can be made in the touch screen tablet
of certain applications on the telephone. The management of these files is with the
steering mounted controls or from the audio
system.
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Row 1
To use it in row 1:
F f old down the backrests of the rear seats,
F

o
pen the covers 3 of the corresponding
upper fixings,
F

u
nroll the high load retaining net and
position one of the ends of the net's metal
bar in the corresponding fixing cover.
Check that the hook is secured in the rail
located inside the cover 3 ,
F

p
ull the high load retaining net's metal bar
to position the other hook in the second
fixing cover.
Row 2
To use it in row 2:
F o pen the covers 4 of the corresponding
upper fixings,
F

f
rom the rear bench seat, unroll the high
load retaining net, pushing it to detach it
from the retaining hooks,
F

p
osition one of the ends of the net's metal
bar in the corresponding fixing cover.
Check that the hook is secured in the rail,
located inside the cover 4 ,
F

p
osition the other hook in the second fixing
cover and pull the metal bar towards you.
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Do not flick the accelerator at the
moment of switching off the ignition.
This could cause serious damage to the
turbocharger(s).
Vehicles equipped with a
turbocharger
Never stop the engine without having allowed it
to run for a few seconds at idle, this being the
time required for the turbocharger to return to a
normal speed.Energy economy mode
After switching off the engine (position 1- Stop),
for a maximum of 30 minutes you can still use
functions such as the audio and telematic
system, the wipers, dipped beam headlamps,
courtesy lamps, ...
Switching off the engine
F Stop the vehicle.
F W ith the engine running at idle, turn the key
to position 1 .
F

R
emove the key from the ignition switch.
F

T
o lock the steering column, turn the
steering until it locks.
When you leave the vehicle, keep the
key with you and lock the vehicle. To facilitate unlocking of the steering
column, it is recommended that the
wheels be returned to the straight ahead
position before switching off the engine.
Never switch off the ignition before the
vehicle is at a complete stop. With the
engine off, the braking and steering
assistance systems are also cut off: risk
of loss of control of the vehicle. For more information on Energy
economy mode
, refer to the
corresponding section.
F

C
heck that the parking brake is correctly
applied, particularly on sloping ground.
Key left in the "Ignition on"
position
If the key has been left in the ignition switch
at position 2 (Ignition on) , the ignition will be
switched off automatically after one hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the
key to position 1 (Stop) , then back to
position 2 (Ignition on) .
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System which reduces fuel consumption by recommending the most appropriate gear.
Depending on the driving situation and your
vehicle's equipment, the system may advise
you to skip one (or more) gear(s). You can
follow this instruction without engaging the
intermediate gears.
The gear engagement recommendations must
not be considered compulsory. Indeed, the
configuration of the road, the amount of traffic
and safety remain determining factors when
choosing the best gear. Therefore, the driver
remains responsible for deciding whether or not
to follow the advice given by the system.
This function cannot be deactivated.Example:
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Y
ou are in third gear.
-

Y
ou press the accelerator pedal.
Gear shift indicator*
Operation
With an automatic gearbox, the system
is only active in manual mode.
* Depending on engine. The information appears in the instrument
panel in the form of an arrow.
On vehicle fitted with a manual gearbox,
the arrow may be accompanied by the gear
recommended.
The system adapts its gear change
recommendation according to the
driving conditions (slope, load, ...) and
the demands of the driver (power,
acceleration, braking, ...).
The system never suggests:
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e
ngaging first gear,
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enga
ging reverse gear,
- c hanging down.
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T
he system may suggest that you engage
a higher gear.
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