Citroen C5 DAG 2008.5 (RD/TD) / 2.G User Guide

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Deactivation warning lights
If one of the following warning lights
comes on, this confi rms that the
corresponding system has been
switched off intentionally.
Passenger's air bag 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 fascia, permits
deactivation of the system. This is
confi rmed by continuous lighting of
this warning light and of the indicator
light on the button.

From approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),
the system is reactivated automatically. Warning lights
Diesel engine pre-heating
Wait until this is switched off before
operating the starter.
When the engine is running or the
vehicle is moving, the lighting of
one of the following warning lights
indicates the occurrence of a fault
requiring intervention on the part of
the driver.
Any fault resulting in the displaying
of a warning light must be the sub-
ject of further diagnostics by reading
the associated message on the mul-
tifunction display.
Should you encounter any prob-
lems, 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 air-
bag is active.
The passenger's air bag
system is put into service
automatically when the ve-
hicle 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 light on the
instrument panel or a message on
the multifunction screen.

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Lighting is associated
with another warning
light:
Service If this warning light
comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a
problem in one of the
systems which does not have a spe-
cifi c warning light.
In order to identify it, consult the mes-
sage on the multifunction display.
The warning light only comes on tem-
porarily in the case of the following
minor faults:
- incorrect closing of the doors, boot, rear screen and bonnet,
- fl at remote control battery,
- insuffi cient tyre pressure,
- the saturation of the particle emission fi lter (Diesel).
In the case of major faults, the warn-
ing light remains on until the operating
fault is rectifi ed, contact a CITROËN
dealer as soon as possible. Braking
If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
one of the braking systems:
- signifi cant drop in the level in the circuit,
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) faulty (simultaneous light-
ing of the ABS warning light),
stop the vehicle immediately and as
safely as possible.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
Parking brake
When stationary, the perma-
nent lighting of this warning
lamp confi rms that the park-
ing brake is applied.
If this warning lamp fl ashes, it indicates
a fault with its application or release.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
With the engine running, and when
displayed at the same time as the

STOP warning lamp, it indicates that
the brake fl uid level is too low. Electronic parking brake fault
This warning lamp comes
on if there is a fault with the
electronic parking brake.
Electronic 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 light comes on
continuously, accompanied by a mes-
sage on the instrument panel screen,
switching on of the SERVICE warning
light 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 system.
However, this does not prevent op-
eration of the vehicle's assisted
braking. If this warning lamp comes on, stop
immediately and contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Consult a CITROËN dealer.

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Engine autodiagnostics system If this comes on, it indicates
the occurrence of a fault in
the engine management
system.
If it fl ashes, it indicates the occurrence of
a fault in the emission control system.
Maximum coolant temperature If this comes on, it indicates
that the temperature in the
cooling system is too high.
Stop the vehicle immediately
and as safely as possible.
Check the coolant level.
If the level is low, contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Fuel low
If this comes on, it indicates
that the range remaining
is approximately 30 miles
(50 km).
It may be less than this in certain
driving conditions and depending on
the engine.
The capacity of the tank is approxi-
mately 71 litres. Battery charge
If this comes on, it indi-
cates the occurrence of a
fault in the battery charging
circuit (dirty or loose termi-
nals, slack or cut alternator
belt...).
Seat belt not fastened/
unfastened *
* According to country.
This warning lamp lights
up on the instrument panel
to remind the driver and all
passengers that they must
fasten their seat belt.
It is linked to the seat belt informa-
tion given by the roof console. Seat belt non-fastening/
unfastening
This warning lamp
informs you of the
non-fastening and
unfastening of the
driver and passenger seat belts.
The lit up positions represent the
passengers whose seat belts are
not fastened/unfastened.
Driver’s seat belt not fastened:
- The warning lamp lights up be- tween 0 and 12 mph (20 km/h).
Above 12 mph, it fl ashes accompa-
nied by a sound signal for around
120 seconds.
Front and rear passenger seat belts
not fastened:
-
When the ignition is switched on,
the points corresponding to the seat
positions with seat belts not fas-
tened remain lit up for 30 seconds.
Seat belts unfastened during the
journey:
- The point corresponding to the seat position with seat belt un-
fastened lights up between 0 and
12 mph (20 km/h). Above 12 mph,
it fl ashes accompanied by a sound
signal for around 120 seconds.
The sound signal stops when the
seat belt is re-fastened or if a door
is opened.

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Maintenance indicator
System which informs the driver
when the next service is due, in ac-
cordance 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 symbolis-
ing the service operations comes on.
The distance recorder display line
indicates the distance remaining be-
fore the next service is due.

Example: 1 900 miles remain be-
fore 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, depend-
ing 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 serv-
icing, 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 of
the validity or invalidity of the engine
oil level.
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
Lack of oil
This is indicated by displaying of the
message "Oil level incorrect".
If the lack of oil is confi rmed by a
check using the dipstick, it is essential
that the level is topped up to prevent
damage to the engine. Oil level gauge fault
This is indicated by displaying of the
message "Oil level measurement not
valid". 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 serv-
icing, 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 of
the validity or invalidity of the engine
oil level.
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
Lack of oil
This is indicated by displaying of the
message "Oil level incorrect".
If the lack of oil is confi rmed by a
check using the dipstick, it is essential
that the level is topped up to prevent
damage to the engine. Oil level gauge fault
This is indicated by displaying of the
message "Oil level measurement not
valid". 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 warn-
ing 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 correspond-
ing chapter). 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.
Fuel gauge indicator

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Total distance recorder
System which measures the total
distance travelled by the vehicle
during its life.
The total and trip distances are dis-
played for thirty seconds when the
ignition is switched off, when the
driver's door is opened and when
the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
Trip distance recorder
System which measures a distance
travelled during a day or other period
until it is reset to zero by the driver.

 With the ignition on, press the
button until zeros appear. Lighting rheostat
System for manual adjustment of the
brightness of the instruments and
controls in relation to the exterior
brightness.
Operation

 Press button A to decrease the
brightness of the instruments
and controls.

 Press button B to increase the
brightness of the instruments
and controls. Deactivation
When the lights are off, or in day
mode on vehicles fi tted with daytime
lights, pressing the buttons does not
have any effect.

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MULTIFUNCTION SCREEN C Main Menu
Press on the button A to view the
"Main Menu" of the multifunction
screen. This menu gives you access
to the following functions:
Presentation
Radio-CD
(see "Audio" chapter)
Bluetooth ®
hands-free
kit
(see "Audio" chapter)
Controls

1. Time

2. Outside temperature

3. Date and display zone
When the outside temperature is be-
tween +3 °C and -3 °C, the tempera-
ture display fl ashes (ice risk).
The outside temperature displayed
may be greater than the actual tem-
perature, if the vehicle is parked in
bright sunlight.
It is recommended that the driver
should not manipulate the controls
while the vehicle is in motion. Personalisation-
Configuration
This permits activation/deactivation
of the:
- brightness and contrast of the multifunction screen,
- date and time,
- units of the outside temperature displayed.

A. Access to the "Main Menu"

B. Cancellation of the operation or
return to the previous display

C. Scrolling in the screen menus
Validation at the steering wheel

D. Validation on the audio equip-
ment control panel

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Adjusting the brightness and
contrast

 Press on A .

 Use C to select the "Brightness -
video adjustment" menu. Confi rm
with a press on C on the steering
wheel or D on the audio equip-
ment.

 Select the confi guration of the
screen using C . Confi rm with a
press on C on the steering wheel
or D on the audio equipment.

 Select the brightness setting.
Confi rm with a press on C on the
steering wheel or D on the audio
equipment.

 Select the inverse or normal dis-
play mode using C then validate
with a press on C on the steering
wheel or D on the audio equip-
ment. To adjust the brightness
select "+" or "-" and save your
setting with a press on C .

 Validate with "OK" on the
screen. Adjusting the date and the
time

 Press on A .

 Use C to select the "Adjusting
the date and time" menu, then
confi rm your choice with a press
on C on the steering wheel or D
on the audio equipment.

 Select the screen confi guration
using C . Confi rm with a press on

C on the steering wheel or D on
the audio equipment.

 Select the adjustment for the
date and the time, using B .
Confi rm with a press on C on the
steering wheel or D on the audio
equipment.

 Press C to select the values you
wish to modify. Confi rm your
choice with a press on C on the
steering wheel or D on the audio
equipment.

 Validate with "OK" on the screen. Choosing the units

 Press on A .

 Use C to select the "Choice of
temperature units" menu, then
confi rm your choice with a press
on C on the steering wheel or D
on the audio equipment.

 Using C , select the unit then val-
idate with a press on C on the
steering wheel or D on the audio
equipment.

 Validate with "OK" on the
screen.
Selection of the type of
information displayed (Mode)
Successive presses on the end of
the wiper stalk or on the MODE but-
ton on the audio equipment permit
selection of the type of informa-
tion presented on the multifunction
screen (date or radio, CD, MP3 CD,
CD changer).