engine Citroen C5 DAG 2010.5 (RD/TD) / 2.G Workshop Manual
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Never select positions P or R
if the vehicle is not stationary.
If, while the vehicle is moving, po-
sition N is engaged inadvertently,
allow the engine to idle before en-
gaging position D or M .
Moving off
To start the engine, the gear
lever must be in position P or N .
Operate the starter.
When the engine is running,
place the gear lever on R , D or
M as required.
Check, in the instrument panel,
the position engaged.
Release the brake pedal and ac-
celerate.
To avoid a possible difference
between the position of the gear
lever and the actual position of
t h e g e a r b o x , a l w a y s e x i t f r o m
position P with the ignition on
and brake pedal applied.
Otherwise, when the ignition is on or
the engine is running:
reposition the gear lever in posi-
tion P ,
put your foot on the brake ped-
al and then select the gear you
want. Park
This position of the gear le-
ver is used to prevent the
vehicle from moving when
you are stationary.
To select position P, move the
gear lever back to the highest
position (towards R ), then push
it forwards and then to the left.
T o e x i t p o s i t i o n P , move the gear
lever to the right and then to the
position you want.
Only engage this position when
the vehicle is completely sta-
tionary. In this position, the front
wheels are locked. Make sure
that the gear lever is correctly
positioned. Reverse gear
Only engage this position
when the vehicle is station-
ary. To prevent snatching,
do not accelerate too soon
after selection.
Neutral Never select position N if
the vehicle is moving.
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Automatic operation
Move the gear lever to position D .
T h e g e a r b o x c o n s t a n t l y s e l e c t s the gear that is best suited to the
following parameters:
- driving style,
- r o a d p r o fi l e
- vehicle load.
T h e g e a r b o x o p e r a t e s w i t h o u t r e q u i r -
ing any intervention on your part.
F o r c e r t a i n m a n o e u v r e s ( f o r e x -
ample overtaking), you can obtain
m a x i m u m a c c e l e r a t i o n b y p r e s s i n g
the accelerator pedal hard down
past the point of resistance, which
then produces an automatic change
down to a lower gear. W h e n b r a k i n g , t h e g e a r b o x m a y
change down automatically in order
to provide effective engine braking.
If you lift your foot off the accelerator
a b r u p t l y , t h e g e a r b o x w i l l n o t e n g a g e
a higher gear.
Manual operation
Position of the gear lever for manual
gear changing.
Move the gear lever to position M .
Push the gear lever towards the
" + " sign to change up a gear.
Pull the gear lever towards the " - "
sign to change down a gear. - If the vehicle stops or reduces
s p e e d ( f o r e x a m p l e w h e n a p -
proaching a stop sign), the gear-
b o x c h a n g e s d o w n a u t o m a t i c a l l y
t o fi r s t g e a r .
- In sequential mode, it is not nec- essary to release the accelerator
during gear changes.
- A request to change gear is ac- cepted only if the engine speed
permits it.
- The SPORT and SNOW modes
do not operate in sequential
mode.
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SPORT and SNOW
programmes
SPORT programme "S"
These two special programmes sup-
plement the automatic operation in
very particular conditions of use.
With the gear lever in po-
sition D and the engine
running, press button A . SNOW programme "
"
With the gear lever in position D
and the engine running, press
button B .
T h e g e a r b o x a d a p t s t o d r i v i n g o n
slippery roads.
This programme makes moving off
easier and improves traction in con-
ditions of poor grip.
appears on the instrument
panel.
T h e g e a r b o x a u t o m a t i c a l l y f a v o u r s a
dynamic driving style.
S appears on the instrument panel. Return to automatic operation
At any time, press the button
s e l e c t e d a g a i n t o e x i t f r o m t h e
programme engaged and return
to auto-adaptive mode. A strong snatch may be felt
when selecting
R for reverse
gear.
In the event of a malfunction, the
g e a r b o x i s b l o c k e d i n o n e g e a r ;
d o n o t e x c e e d a s p e e d o f 6 2 m p h
(100 km/h).
Do not turn off the engine while the
gear selector is in position D or R .
Never press the accelerator and
brake pedals simultaneously.
Braking and acceleration should
be done with the right foot only.
Pressing both pedals simultane-
o u s l y m a y d a m a g e t h e g e a r b o x .
Consult a CITROËN dealer.
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SPEED LIMITER
S y s t e m w h i c h p r e v e n t s t h e v e h i -
c l e f r o m e x c e e d i n g t h e s p e e d p r o -
grammed by the driver.
When the limit speed is reached, the
accelerator pedal no longer has any
effect.
The speed limiter is switched
on manually: a speed of at least
2 0 m p h ( a p p r o x . 3 0 k m / h ) m u s t b e
programmed.
The speed limiter can in no way re-
place respect for speed limits or vigi-
lance and responsibility on the part
of the driver.
Steering mounted controls
The speed limiter switches are lo-
cated on the left-hand side of the
steering wheel. Displays on the instrument
panel
The speed limiter information is dis-
played in zone
A of the instrument
panel.
Programming
Press on button 4 to select speed
limiter mode " LIMIT ".
T h e s e l e c t i o n i s c o n fi r m e d b y t h e
display of the function in zone A of
the instrument panel. Activation
Press on button 3 when the de-
s i r e d m a x i m u m s p e e d i s d i s -
played.
The information "ON" then appears
in zone A .
When the function is selected, the
last memorised speed and the infor-
mation "PAUSE" are displayed.
With the engine running, you can
a d j u s t t h e m e m o r i s e d m a x i m u m
speed, displayed in zone A , by
pressing on:
Button 1 to increase the memo-
r i s e d m a x i m u m s p e e d .
Button 2 to decrease the memo-
r i s e d m a x i m u m s p e e d . S u c c e s s i v e p r e s s e s w i l l m o d i f y t h e
m a x i m u m s p e e d i n s t e p s o f 1 m p h
and a continuous press in steps of
5 mph.
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In the event of a steep descent or
u n d e r e x c e s s i v e a c c e l e r a t i o n , t h e
speed limiter (which does not act
on the brakes) may not be able to
p r e v e n t t h e v e h i c l e f r o m e x c e e d i n g
the programmed speed.
U s e o f a fl o o r m a t o t h e r t h a n t h a t
recommended by CITROËN may
affect the normal operation of the
accelerator pedal and hamper the
operation of the speed limiter.
Floor mats approved by CITROËN
a r e fi t t e d w i t h a 3 r d fi x i n g l o c a t e d i n
the pedal area to avoid any risk of
interference with the pedals.
Suspension/Resumption
Press on button 3 .
This action causes the information
"PAUSE" to appear in zone A of the
instrument panel.
This action does not cancel the
m e m o r i s e d m a x i m u m s p e e d w h i c h
remains displayed in zone A of the
instrument panel. Overriding the programmed
speed
The accelerator pedal has an end-
o f - t r a v e l s w i t c h . I n o r d e r t o e x c e e d
t h e m e m o r i s e d m a x i m u m s p e e d a t
any time, you can press the pedal
all the way down. While the speed
i s b e i n g e x c e e d e d , t h e s p e e d d i s -
played in zone
A w i l l fl a s h . Y o u h a v e
only to release the accelerator pedal
t o r e t u r n b e l o w t h e m a x i m u m s p e e d ,
to restore the function.
T h e s p e e d w i l l a l s o fl a s h i f t h e s p e e d
limiter is not able to prevent the vehi-
c l e f r o m e x c e e d i n g t h e p r o g r a m m e d
speed (e.g. on a steep descent or
u n d e r e x c e s s i v e a c c e l e r a t i o n ) .
To reactivate the speed limiter, re-
lease the accelerator to slow to a
speed lower than the programmed
speed. Return to normal driving
Either press on button 5 .
Or select the speed limiter function.
Or stop the engine.
Operating fault
If there is a malfunction, a mes-
sage is displayed accompanied by
an audible signal and lighting of the
SERVICE warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.
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Cruise control must only be
u s e d w h e r e t h e t r a f fi c c o n d i -
tions permit driving at a con-
stant speed .
Do not use it on congested
roads or when the weather or the
road conditions are poor .
The driver must remain attentive
and in complete control of the ve-
hicle .
You are recommended to keep your
feet within range of the pedals .
Overriding the programmed
speed
While cruise control is in operation,
it is always possible to go above the
programmed speed simply by press-
i n g t h e a c c e l e r a t o r p e d a l ( f o r e x a m -
ple to overtake another vehicle).
The speed displayed in zone
A
fl a s h e s .
You only have to release the ac-
celerator pedal to return to the pro-
grammed speed.
Suspension/Resumption
Either by pressing the brake
pedal or the clutch pedal.
Or by pressing button 3 .
O r b y t h e E S P o r A S R s y s t e m s
being active.
F o r v e h i c l e s w i t h a m a n u a l g e a r b o x ,
cruise control is deactivated if the
gear lever is in neutral. Reactivation
-
By recalling the memorised
speed
After deactivation, press button 3 .
Your vehicle automatically returns
to the memorised cruising speed.
The memorised speed and "ON"
are displayed in zone A .
If the memorised cruising speed is higher than the current speed,
the vehicle will accelerate strong-
ly to reach the current speed.
- By selecting the current speed
Press button 1 or 2 once the de-
sired speed has been reached.
The new speed and "ON" will
appear in zone A .
Return to normal driving
Either press on button 5 .
Or select the cruise control function.
Or stop the engine.
The speed that was chosen is no
longer memorised.
"PAUSE" will be displayed in zone A
of the instrument panel.
These actions do not cancel the
cruising speed which remains dis-
played on the instrument panel. Operating fault
If there is a malfunction, a mes-
sage is displayed accompanied by
an audible signal and lighting of the
SERVICE warning lamp.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer.
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Reactivation
In bad weather or in winter, ensure
that the sensors are not covered
with mud, ice or snow. When re-
verse gear is engaged, an audible
signal (long beep) indicates that the
sensors may be dirty.
When the speed of the vehicle is
below about 6 mph (10 km/h), some
sources of noise (motorcycle, lorry,
pneumatic drill, ...) may trigger the
audible parking sensor signals.
Press button A again, the warn-
ing lamp switches off, the system
is reactivated.
"HYDRACTIVE III +" ELECTRONIC SUSPENSION
The suspension automatically and
instantly adjusts to different driving
s t y l e s a n d t o t h e p r o fi l e o f t h e r o a d ,
providing the best compromise be-
tween occupant comfort and vehicle
road holding.
The system alternates between soft
a n d fi r m s u s p e n s i o n s e t t i n g s , m a x i -
mising comfort at the same time as
constantly ensuring the highest level
of safety. It also automatically cor-
rects ride height, according to the
vehicle load and driving conditions.
In addition, the "Hydractive III +" sys-
tem allows you to choose between
two modes of suspension.
A change of suspension mode can
be made either when the vehicle is
moving or when stationary, by press-
ing button A . Display on the instrument
panel
The suspension mode selected is
displayed on the instrument panel
screen.
Normal mode
This mode favours soft
d a m p i n g f o r m a x i m u m c o m -
fort.
If the speed authorised for a
p a r t i c u l a r p o s i t i o n i s e x c e e d -
ed, the vehicle reverts automatically
to the normal road position.
SPORT mode
This mode favours dynamic
driving.
The warning lamp on but-
ton A comes on in addition
to the message on the in-
strument panel screen.
SPORT mode is retained when you
switch off the engine.
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Reactivation
In bad weather or in winter, ensure
that the sensors are not covered
with mud, ice or snow. When re-
verse gear is engaged, an audible
signal (long beep) indicates that the
sensors may be dirty.
When the speed of the vehicle is
below about 6 mph (10 km/h), some
sources of noise (motorcycle, lorry,
pneumatic drill, ...) may trigger the
audible parking sensor signals.
Press button A again, the warn-
ing lamp switches off, the system
is reactivated.
"HYDRACTIVE III +" ELECTRONIC SUSPENSION
The suspension automatically and
instantly adjusts to different driving
s t y l e s a n d t o t h e p r o fi l e o f t h e r o a d ,
providing the best compromise be-
tween occupant comfort and vehicle
road holding.
The system alternates between soft
a n d fi r m s u s p e n s i o n s e t t i n g s , m a x i -
mising comfort at the same time as
constantly ensuring the highest level
of safety. It also automatically cor-
rects ride height, according to the
vehicle load and driving conditions.
In addition, the "Hydractive III +" sys-
tem allows you to choose between
two modes of suspension.
A change of suspension mode can
be made either when the vehicle is
moving or when stationary, by press-
ing button A . Display on the instrument
panel
The suspension mode selected is
displayed on the instrument panel
screen.
Normal mode
This mode favours soft
d a m p i n g f o r m a x i m u m c o m -
fort.
If the speed authorised for a
p a r t i c u l a r p o s i t i o n i s e x c e e d -
ed, the vehicle reverts automatically
to the normal road position.
SPORT mode
This mode favours dynamic
driving.
The warning lamp on but-
ton A comes on in addition
to the message on the in-
strument panel screen.
SPORT mode is retained when you
switch off the engine.
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Vehicle positions
Maximum height
Changing a wheel (not possible if
speed > 6mph (10km/h)).
Intermediate position
For increased ground clearance (not
possible if speed > 25 mph (40 km/h)).
F o r u s e o n d i f fi c u l t r o a d s w h e n t r a -
velling at reduced speed, as well as
on car park ramps.
Position changes may only be
made when the engine is running.
The adjustable ground clearance
meets all types of situation. Apart
f r o m a f e w s p e c i fi c s i t u a t i o n s , t h e
vehicle should be in the Normal po-
sition.
Press once on one of the adjust-
ment controls.
The change in position is indicated
by a message on the instrument
panel screen.
Normal position
If the speed authorised for a particu-
l a r p o s i t i o n i s e x c e e d e d , t h e v e h i c l e
reverts automatically to the normal
position.
Minimum height
To facilitate loading or unloading the
vehicle.
For workshop inspections.
Not to be used in normal driving (not
possible if speed > 6mph (10km/h)).
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BONNET
Opening
Lift the safety catch B and raise
the bonnet.
Unclip the stay C from its hous-
ing and pivot it to insert it in the
notch D indicated by a yellow ar-
row.
Fix the stay in the notch to hold
the bonnet open. Closing
Take the stay out of the support
notch.
Clip the stay in its housing.
Lower the bonnet then slam it
fi r m l y a t t h e e n d o f i t s t r a v e l .
Pull on the bonnet to check that
it is fully closed.
When the engine is hot, handle the
safety catch and bonnet stay with
care (risk of burns).
The location of the interior release
lever prevents opening of the bon-
net while the left hand front door is
closed.
This operation must only be carried
out when the vehicle is stationary.
Avoid opening the bonnet in strong
winds.
Open the front passenger door.
Pull the interior bonnet release
lever A , located at the bottom of
the door frame. Before doing anything under
the bonnet, switch off the Stop & Start system to avoid any risk
of injury resulting from an automat-
ic change to START mode.