CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS 2022 Handbook (in English)

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2► press button C or the exterior control B for
more than 3 seconds (deletion is confirmed by a
long audible signal).
Manual operation
The tailgate can be manoeuvred by hand, even
with motorised operation activated.
The tailgate must be stationary.
When opening and closing the motorised tailgate
manually, there is no assistance from gas struts.
Resistance to opening and closing is therefore
entirely normal.
Repeatedly opening and closing the
motorised tailgate can cause overheating
of its electric motor, after which opening and
closing will not be possible.
Allow at least 10 minutes for the electric
motor to cool down before operating the
tailgate again.
If you are unable to wait, operate it manually.
Manual closing of the
motorised tailgate in case of
failure
This operation is only necessary in the case of
failure of the tailgate motor .
If the failure originates from the battery, it is
recommended to recharge it or change it with the
tailgate closed.
In this situation, a significant force may be
needed to close the tailgate.
► Close it gently without slamming, as slowly as
possible, by pushing at the centre of the tailgate.
Do not lower the tailgate by pushing at
one of its sides - risk of damage!
Precautions in use
To avoid unintentionally opening the tailgate while operating the towing
device:
–

Deactivate the “Hands-Free
Tailgate
Access” function in advance in the vehicle
configuration menu.
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Or remove the electronic key from the
recognition zone, with the tailgate closed.
In wintry conditions
To avoid any operating problems, remove
the snow or wait until the ice melts before
requesting motorised opening of the tailgate.
When washing
When washing the vehicle in an
automatic car wash, do not forget to lock
the vehicle to prevent any risk of unwanted
opening.
Alarm
(Depending on version)




System which protects and provides a deterrent
against theft and break-ins.
Exterior perimeter monitoring
The system checks for opening of the vehicle.
The alarm is triggered if anyone tries to open a
door, the boot or the bonnet, for example.
Interior volumetric monitoring
The system checks for any variation in volume in
the passenger compartment.
The alarm is triggered if anyone breaks a
window, enters the passenger compartment or
moves inside the vehicle.
Anti-tilt monitoring
The system checks for any change in the attitude
of the vehicle.
The alarm goes off if the vehicle is lifted or
moved.
When the vehicle is parked, the alarm
will not be triggered if the vehicle is
knocked.

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► Switch on the ignition; this stops the alarm.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off.
Locking the vehicle without
activating the alarm
► Lock or deadlock the vehicle using the key
(integral to the remote control) in the driver's
door lock.
Automatic activation
(Depending on version)
The system is activated automatically 2 minutes
after the last door or the boot is closed.
► To avoid triggering the alarm on entering the
vehicle, first press the unlocking button on the
remote control or unlock the vehicle using the
“Keyless Entry and Starting” system.
Malfunction
When the ignition is switched on, fixed
illumination of the red indicator lamp in the
button indicates a malfunction of the system.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Self-protection function
The system checks whether any of its
components are out of service.
The alarm is triggered if the battery, the central
control or the siren wiring is put out of service or
damaged.
Work on the alarm system
Consult a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Locking the vehicle with full
alarm system
Activation/Deactivation
► Lock or deadlock/unlock the vehicle using
the remote control or the "Keyless Entry and
Starting" system (confirmed by the button's red
indicator lamp coming on/going out and the
direction indicators coming on).
The exterior perimeter monitoring is activated
after 5 seconds and the interior volumetric and
anti-tilt monitoring after 45 seconds.
If the vehicle automatically locks itself
again (as happens if a door or the boot is
not opened within 30 seconds of unlocking),
the monitoring system is automatically
reactivated.
If an opening (door, boot or bonnet) is not
properly closed, the vehicle is not locked,
but the exterior perimeter monitoring will be
activated after 45 seconds, at the same time
as the interior volumetric and anti-tilt
monitoring.
Locking the vehicle
with exterior perimeter
monitoring only
Disable volumetric monitoring to avoid unwanted
alarm triggering in certain cases, such as:
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Slightly open window
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ashing the vehicle.
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Changing a wheel.
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owing your vehicle.
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ransport on a ship or ferry.
Deactivating the interior volumetric
and anti-tilt monitoring
► Switch off the ignition and within 10 seconds
press the alarm button until its red indicator lamp
is on fixed.
►

Get out of the vehicle.
►


Immediately lock the vehicle using the remote
control or the Keyless Entry and Starting system.
Only the exterior perimeter monitoring is
activated; the button's red indicator lamp flashes
once every second.
To take effect, this deactivation must be carried out after each time the ignition is
switched off.
Reactivating the interior volumetric
and anti-tilt monitoring
► Deactivate the exterior perimeter monitoring
by unlocking the vehicle using the remote control
or the Keyless Entry and Starting system.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off.
►

Reactivate all monitoring by locking the
vehicle using the remote control or the Keyless
Entry and Starting system.
The red indicator lamp in the button once again
flashes every second.
Triggering of the alarm
This is indicated by sounding of the siren
and flashing of the direction indicators for 30
seconds.
The monitoring functions remain active until
the alarm has been triggered eleven times in
succession.
When the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
control or the Keyless Entry and Starting system,
rapid flashing of the indicator lamp in the button
informs you that the alarm was triggered during
your absence. When the ignition is switched on,
the flashing stops immediately.
Failure of the remote control
To deactivate the monitoring functions:
► Unlock the vehicle using the key in the
driver's door lock.
►

Open the door; the alarm is triggered.

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2► Switch on the ignition; this stops the alarm.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off.
Locking the vehicle without
activating the alarm
► Lock or deadlock the vehicle using the key
(integral to the remote control) in the driver's
door lock.
Automatic activation
(Depending on version)
The system is activated automatically 2 minutes
after the last door or the boot is closed.
►

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o avoid triggering the alarm on entering the
vehicle, first press the unlocking button on the
remote control or unlock the vehicle using the
“Keyless Entry and Starting” system.
Malfunction
When the ignition is switched on, fixed
illumination of the red indicator lamp in the
button indicates a malfunction of the system.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Electric windows
1. Left-hand front
2. Right-hand front
3. Right-hand rear
4. Left-hand rear
5. Deactivation of electric window controls
located by rear seats
Manual operation
► To open/close the window, press/pull the
switch without passing the point of resistance;
the window stops as soon as the switch is
released.
Automatic operation
► To open/close the window, press/pull the
switch past its resistance point: the window
opens/closes completely when the switch is
released.
Operating the switch again stops the movement
of the window.
Window controls remain operational for
approximately 45 seconds after switching
off the ignition or after locking the vehicle.
After that time, the controls are disabled.
To reactivate them, switch on the ignition or
unlock the vehicle.
Anti-pinch
If the window meets an obstacle while rising, it
stops and immediately partially lowers again.
Deactivating the rear
controls for the rear electric
windows
For your children's safety, press control 5
to deactivate the controls for the rear
electric windows, irrespective of their positions.
The red indicator lamp in the button comes
on and a confirmation message is displayed.
The lamp will remain lit until the controls are
reactivated.
The rear electric windows can still be controlled
using the driver's controls.
Reinitialising the electric
windows
After reconnecting the battery, or in the event
of abnormal window movement, the anti-pinch
function must be reinitialised.
The anti-pinch function is disabled during the
following sequence of operations.

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For each window:
► Lower the window fully , then raise it; it will
rise in steps of a few centimetres each time the
control is pressed. Repeat the operation until the
window is fully closed.
►

Continue to pull the control upwards for at
least one second after the window reaches the
closed position.
If an electric window meets an obstacle
during operation, the movement of the
window must be reversed. To do this, press
the relevant switch.
When the driver operates the passengers’
electric window switches, it is important to
ensure that nothing can prevent the window
from closing properly.
It is important to ensure that passengers use
the electric windows correctly.
Pay particular attention to children when
operating windows.
Be aware of passengers and/or other persons
present when closing windows using the key
or the "Keyless Entry and Starting" system.
Panoramic sunroof
The panoramic sunroof consists of a movable
glass panel that slides over the roof and a blind
that can be opened independently. Opening the
sunroof automatically opens the blind.
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o operate the panoramic sunroof or the
blind, use the buttons in the roof console.


A. Sunroof blind control
B. Sunroof control
The sunroof or blind can be operated when the
ignition is turned on (if the battery is charged
enough), with the engine running, in STOP mode
of Stop & Start, and up to 45
seconds after
turning off the ignition or after locking the vehicle.
Precautions
Do not put your head or arms through the
sunroof while the vehicle is moving - risk
of serious injury!
Ensure that any luggage or accessories
carried on the roof bars do not interfere
with the movement of the sunroof.
Do not place heavy loads on the movable
glass panel of the sunroof.
If the sunroof is wet, following a shower
or washing the vehicle, wait until it is
completely dry before opening.
Do not operate the sunroof if it is covered by
snow or ice - risk of damage!
Use only plastic scrapers to remove snow or
ice from the sunroof.
Check the condition of the sunroof seals
regularly (presence of dust or deposits,
dead leaves, etc.).
If using a car wash, check first that the roof is
correctly closed and keep the high-pressure
jet at least 30 centimetres from the seals.
Never leave the vehicle with the sunroof
open.
Operation
When opening the sunroof fully, the movable
glass moves to a partially open position, then
slides over the roof. All intermediate positions
are allowed.
Depending on the speed of the vehicle,
the partially open position may vary to
improve the acoustics.

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2Before operating the sunroof or blind
control buttons, ensure that no object or
person might prevent the movement.
Be particularly aware of children when
operating the sunroof or blind.
If something is trapped when operating the
sunroof or blind, you should reverse the
movement of the sunroof or blind by pressing
the control in question.
The driver must ensure that passengers use
the sunroof and blind correctly.
Anti-pinch system
If the sunroof or blind encounters an obstacle
when closing, the movement is automatically
reversed.
The roof anti-pinch system is designed to be
effective at speeds of up to 75 mph (120
km/h).
Opening / Closing
► To open the sunroof or the blind, use the part
of the button located towards the rear.
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o close the sunroof or the blind, use the part
of the button located towards the front.
Operation of buttons
► Pressing a button beyond its point of
resistance directly opens or closes the sunroof
fully
.
►

Pressing the button again stops the current
movement.
►


When holding a button (without going
beyond the point of resistance), the movement
of the sunroof or blind stops when this button is
released.
►

When the sunroof is closed: pressing once
without passing the point of resistance moves it
to a partially open position.
►


When the sunroof is partially open: pressing
once without passing the point of resistance
opens or closes it fully

.
The roof and windows, then the blind, can be closed by holding down the door
locking control. The operation stops as soon
as the locking control is released.
Closing of the blind is limited by the
position of the sunroof: the blind cannot
go further than the front of the mobile glass.
During simultaneous movements of the
sunroof and blind, the blind automatically
stops or resumes movement depending on
the position of the sunroof.
Reinitialisation
Following reconnection of the battery or in the
event of a fault or jerky movement of the sunroof
or blind, reinitialisation is required.
►

Check that nothing is interfering with the
sunroof or blind and that the seals are clean.
►


With the ignition on, fully close the sunroof
and blind.
► Press and hold the front part of button B, until
the sunroof and blind move slightly, then hold for
a further 1 second before releasing.
►

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ait 2 seconds and then press and hold the
front part of button B. The blind and the sunroof
will open and close, one after the other. When
both are completely closed again, hold for a
further 2 seconds and release.
If there is an operating fault, restart the
whole procedure.

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Correct driving position
Before taking to the road and to make the most
of the ergonomic layout of the instruments and
controls, carry out these adjustments in the
following order:
–
the height of the head restraint,
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the seat backrest angle,
–


the seat cushion height,
–


the longitudinal position of the seat,
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the height and reach of the steering wheel,
–


the rear view mirror and door mirrors.

Once these adjustments have been
made, check the instrument panel can be
viewed correctly from your driving position.
Front seats
Caution when moving the
front seats
For safety reasons, only adjust seats
when the vehicle is stationary.
Before moving the seat backwards,
ensure that there is no person or object
that might prevent the full travel of the seat.
There is a risk of trapping or pinching
passengers if present in the rear seats or of
jamming the seat if large objects are placed
on the floor behind the seat.
Front head restraints
Adjusting the height
The adjustment is correct when the upper edge of the head restraint is level
with the top of the head.
‘Two-way’ adjustment model

Upwards:
► pull the head restraint up to the desired
position; the head restraint can be felt to click
into position.
Downwards:
►

press lug
A and push the head restraint down
to the desired position.
‘Four-way’ adjustment model

Upwards:
► pull the head restraint up to the desired
position; the head restraint can be felt to click
into position.
Downwards:
► press and hold button B and push the head
restraint down to the desired position.
Adjusting the angle
“Four-way” adjustment model

► press and hold button B and push the lower
part of the head restraint forwards or backwards.
Removing a head restraint

► Pull the head restraint up as far as it will go.
► Press the lug(s) A (depending on version)
to unlock the head restraint and remove it
completely,
► Stow the head restraint securely.

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3► press and hold button B and push the head
restraint down to the desired position.
Adjusting the angle
“Four-way” adjustment model

► press and hold button B and push the lower
part of the head restraint forwards or backwards.
Removing a head restraint

► Pull the head restraint up as far as it will go.
► Press the lug(s) A (depending on version)
to unlock the head restraint and remove it
completely,
►

Stow the head restraint securely
.
Refitting a head restraint
► Introduce the head restraint rods into the
guides in the seat backrest.
►

Push the head restraint down as far as it will
go.
►


Press the lug(s)
A (depending on version) to
release the head restraint and push it down.
►

Adjust the height of the head restraint.
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they should be in place and
correctly adjusted for the occupant of the
seat.
Manually-adjusted seats
Longitudinal

► Raise the control bar and slide the seat
forwards or backwards.
►

Release the bar to lock the seat in position on
one of the runners.
Backrest angle

► Turn the knob forwards or rearwards.
Lumbar support
(driver only)

► Turn the knob forwards or backwards to
obtain the desired level of lumbar support.
Height

► Pull the control upwards to raise or push
it downwards to lower , as many times as
necessary to obtain the position required.

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Electrically-adjustable seats
To avoid draining the battery, carry out these adjustments with the engine
running.
Longitudinal adjustment

► Push the control forwards or rearwards to
slide the seat.
Backrest angle

► Tilt the control forwards or rearwards.
Electric lumbar adjustment

The control allows independent adjustment of
the depth and vertical position of the lumbar
support.
► Press and hold the front or rear of the
control to increase or reduce the lumbar
support.
►

Press and hold the top or bottom of the
control to raise or lower the lumbar support area.
Seat cushion height and angle

► Tilt the rear of the control upwards or
downwards to obtain the required height.
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ilt the front of the control upwards or
downwards to obtain the required angle.
Comfort functions
Memorising driving positions
Associated with the electrically-adjusted driver’s
seat, this function allows two driving positions
to be memorised, to make these adjustments
easier if there are frequent driver changes.
It records the electric adjustments made to the
seat and door mirrors.


Using buttons M/1/2
► Enter the vehicle and switch the ignition on.
►

Adjust your seat and the door mirrors.
►


Press button
M, then press button 1 or 2
within 4 seconds.
An audible signal confirms the memorisation.
Memorising a new position cancels the previous
position.
Recalling a stored position
While the seat is moving, take care that
no person or object hinders the
automatic movement of the seat.
With the ignition on or engine running
► Press button 1 or 2 to recall the
corresponding position.
An audible signal sounds when adjustment is
complete.
You can interrupt the current movement by
pressing button M, 1 or 2 or by using one of the
seat adjustment controls.
A stored position cannot be recalled while
driving.
The recalling of stored positions is deactivated
45 seconds after switching off the ignition.
Heated seats



The function is active only with the engine
running.
► Press the button corresponding to the seat.
► Each press changes the heating level; the
corresponding number of indicator lamps come
on.
► To switch off the heating, press the button
until all of the indicator lamps are off.
The system status is memorised when the
ignition is switched off.

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3With the ignition on or engine running
► Press button 1 or 2 to recall the
corresponding position.
An audible signal sounds when adjustment is
complete.
You can interrupt the current movement by
pressing button M, 1 or 2 or by using one of the
seat adjustment controls.
A stored position cannot be recalled while
driving.
The recalling of stored positions is deactivated
45 seconds after switching off the ignition.
Heated seats



The function is active only with the engine
running.
►
Press the button corresponding to the seat.
►


Each press changes the heating level; the
corresponding number of indicator lamps come
on.
►


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o switch off the heating, press the button
until all of the indicator lamps are off.
The system status is memorised when the
ignition is switched off.
Do not use the function when the seat
is not occupied.
Reduce the heating intensity as soon as
possible.
When the seat and passenger compartment
have reached a satisfactory temperature,
switch the function off; reducing electrical
consumption in turn decreases energy
consumption.
Prolonged use of heated seats is not
recommended for people with sensitive
skin.
There is a risk of burns for people whose
perception of heat is impaired (illness, taking
medication, etc.).
To keep the heated pad intact and to prevent
a short circuit:
–

Do not place heavy or sharp objects on the
seat.
–


Do not kneel or stand on the seat.
–


Do not spill liquids onto the seat.
–


Never use the heating function if the seat
is damp.
Multipoint massage
System with a choice of type of massage and
adjustment of its intensity.
This system operates with the engine running, as
well as in STOP mode of Stop & Start.
The massage settings are adjusted via the touch screen. The function is activated using the button on the
front seat.
► Press this button; its indicator lamp
comes on.
The function is activated immediately using the
last settings memorised and the settings page is
displayed on the touch screen.
If the settings suit you and you make no
changes, the display returns to its original state.
T
o modify the settings:
►

Select another type of massage from the five
available.
►


Select a massage intensity from the three
preset levels: "

1" (Low), "2" (Normal) or "3"
(High).
The changes are applied immediately.
Once activated, the system starts a one-hour
massage cycle, made up of sequences of 6
minutes of massage followed by 4 minutes of
rest.
The system automatically stops at the end of the
cycle; the button's indicator lamp goes off.

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With the engine running, on engaging reverse
gear, the mirror glasses tilt downwards.
They return to their initial position:
– A few seconds after coming out of reverse
gear.
– Once the vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph
(10 km/h).
– When the engine is switched off.
It is set via theDriving/Vehicle touch
screen menu.
Rear view mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which
darkens the mirror glass and reduces the
nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,
headlamps of other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Adjustment
► Adjust the mirror so that the glass is directed
correctly in the "day" position.
Day/night position

Steering wheel
adjustment


► When stationary , pull the control A to
release the steering wheel.
►

Adjust the height and reach to suit your
driving position.
►


Push the control
A to lock the steering wheel.
For safety reasons, these adjustments
must only be carried out with the vehicle
stationary.
Mirrors
Door mirrors
Demisting/Defrosting
If the vehicle is so equipped, demisting/
defrosting of the heated door mirrors is
performed when the heated rear screen is
switched on.
For more information on Rear screen
demisting/defrosting , refer to the
corresponding section.
Adjustment

► Move control A to the right or to the left to
select the corresponding mirror.
►

Move control
B in any of the four directions
to adjust.
►

Return control A

to its central position.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should be adjusted to reduce the "blind spots".
The objects that you see in the mirrors are
in fact closer than they appear. Take this
into account in order to correctly judge the
distance of vehicles approaching from behind.
Manual folding
The mirrors can be folded manually (parking
obstruction, narrow garage, etc.).
►

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urn the mirror towards the vehicle.
Electric folding
Depending on equipment, the mirrors can be
folded electrically, when the vehicle is parked.
► From the inside, with the
ignition on, place control A
in the
central position.
►

Pull control A

backwards.
►

Lock the vehicle from the outside.
Electric unfolding
► From outside: unlock the vehicle.
► From inside: with the ignition on, place
control
A in the central position and then pull it
rearwards.
The remote-controlled automatic door mirror folding/unfolding function is
configured via the Driving
/ Vehicle touch
screen menu.
Automatic tilting in reverse gear
Depending on version, this function allows to
automatically tilt the mirrors downwards to assist
with parking manoeuvres in reverse gear.