CITROEN C5 X 2022 Owners Manual
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6risk: Take a break", accompanied by a more 
pronounced audible signal.
Active lane departure warning system
For more information, refer to the 
General recommendations on the use 
of driving and manoeuvring aids .
The system corrects the vehicle's trajectory by 
alerting the driver as soon as it detects a risk of 
involuntary
  lane departure or crossing of a verge 
or hard shoulder (depending on version).
To do this, the system uses a camera, placed on 
the upper part of the windscreen, identifying the 
lane markings on the ground and the side of the 
road (depending on version).
This system is particularly useful on motorways 
and main roads.
 
 
Conditions for operation
– Vehicle speed between 43 and 112 mph (70 
and 180   km/h).
–
 
Road marked with a central dividing line.
–
 
Steering wheel held in both hands.
– Direction indicators off upon activation of the 
system.
–
 
ESC system activated and operational.
The system helps the driver only if there is a risk of the vehicle unintentionally 
wandering from the lane it is being driven in. It 
does not manage the safe driving distance, 
vehicle speed or braking.
The driver must hold the steering wheel with 
both hands so that they can maintain control 
when the conditions no longer allow the 
system to intervene (e.g. in the event that 
the central dividing line marking on the road 
surface disappears). 
Operation
As soon as the system identifies a risk of 
involuntarily crossing one of the lane markings 
detected on the ground or a lane boundary 
(e.g.
  grass verge), it performs the trajectory 
correction necessary to restore the vehicle to its 
original lane.
The driver will notice a turning movement of the 
steering wheel.
This warning lamp flashes during  trajectory correction.
The driver can prevent the correction by firmly holding the steering wheel 
(e.g.
  during an emergency manoeuvre).
The correction is interrupted immediately if 
the direction indicators are operated. While the direction indicators are activated and 
for a few seconds after switching them off, the 
system considers that a change of trajectory is 
intentional and no correction is triggered during 
this period.   
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Driving situations and related alerts
The table below describes the alerts and messages displayed in different driving situations.
The actual order of display of these alerts may be different.
Function statusIndicator lampComments
OFF 
 
Function deactivated.
ON None.System active, conditions not met:
–
 
Speed below 40 mph (65
   km/h).
–
 
No lane marking recognised.
–
 
Operation of ESC system triggered.
–
 
"Sporty" driving.
ON 
 
Automatic deactivation/standby of the function (e.g. detection of a trailer, 
use of the "space-saver" type spare wheel supplied with the vehicle, 
malfunction).
ON None.Lane marking detected.
Speed above 40 mph (65
  km/h).
ON
 
 
The system corrects the trajectory on the side where the risk of 
unintentional crossing is detected. The driver's hands are on the steering 
wheel.
ON
 
 
 
 
"Hold the steering wheel " or 
"Stay in lane" (depending on  version). –
 
If, while correcting the trajectory
 , the system determines that the 
correction will not be enough and that a solid line will be crossed: the\
 
driver is warned that they must provide additional trajectory adjustment\
.
–  
If the steering wheel is not held properly
 , an audible warning sounds, 
accompanied by a message, until the trajectory correction is completed o\
r 
the driver has grasped the steering wheel correctly.
The duration of audible warnings will increase if multiple corrections a\
re 
performed in quick succession. The warning will become continuous, 
persisting until the driver responds.   
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6Operating limits
The system goes into standby automatically in 
the following cases:
– 
ESC deactivated or operation triggered.
–
 
Speed below 40 mph (65
   km/h) or greater 
than 112 mph (180
  km/h),
–
 
Electrical connection of a trailer
 .
–
 
Use of a"space-saver" spare wheel detected 
(as detection is not immediate, deactivation of 
the system is recommended).
–
 
Dynamic driving style detected, pressure on 
the brake or accelerator pedal.
–
 
Driving over lane markings.
–
 
Activation of the direction indicators.
–
 
Crossing the inside line on a bend.
–
 
Driving on a tight bend.
–
 
Inactivity by the driver detected during 
correction.
–
 
Narrow lane detected.
The following situations may interfere with the operation of the system or 
prevent it from working:
–
 
Insufficient contrast between the road 
surface and the side of the road (e.g. shade).
–
 
Lane markings worn, hidden (snow
 , mud) 
or multiple (roadworks, etc.),
–
 
Running close to the vehicle in front (the 
lane markings may not be detected).
–
 
Roads that are narrow
 , winding.
Risk of undesirable operation
The system should be deactivated in the 
following situations:
– 
When changing a wheel or working near a 
wheel.
–
 
T
 owing or with a bicycle carrier on a towing 
device, especially with trailer not plugged in or 
not approved.
–
 
Road in poor condition, unstable or with very 
poor grip (risk of aquaplaning, snow
, ice).
–
 
Adverse weather conditions.
–
 
Driving on racing circuits.
–
 
Driving on a rolling road.
Deactivation/Activation
By default, the system is automatically activated 
at every engine start.
It is configured in the ADAS touch screen 
application.
or
Direct access to the Shortcuts for driving aids .
Deactivation is confirmed by the 
illumination of this indicator lamp on the 
instrument panel.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, 
these warning lamps light up on 
the instrument panel, accompanied by the 
display of a message and an audible signal.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Long-distance blind spot 
monitoring
For more information, refer to the 
General recommendations on the use 
of driving and manoeuvring aids .
 
 
This system warns the driver of vehicles 
approaching rapidly from the rear in adjacent 
lanes (up to around 75 m) and of the presence of 
a vehicle in the blind spots of their vehicle, using 
corner radars located in the rear bumper.
This system takes into account vehicles 
such as cars, lorries and motorcycles by 
monitoring the blind spots or areas hidden 
from the driver's field of vision.
    
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A warning lamp appears in the door mirror on the 
side in question:
– 
fixed
 , immediately when another vehicle is in 
the blind spot or is approaching in an adjacent 
lane.
–
 
flashing , after about 1 second when the 
direction indicator is used.
Activation/Deactivation
It is configured in the ADAS touch screen 
application.
When starting the vehicle, the
  warning   lamp 
comes on in each mirror to indicate that the 
system is activated.
The status of the system is memorised when the 
ignition is switched off.
The system is automatically deactivated  when towing with a towing device 
approved by CITROËN.
Operating conditions
– All vehicles are moving in the same direction 
and in adjacent lanes.
–
 
When overtaking a vehicle, the speed 
difference is less than 9
  mph (15   km/h).
– Traffic is flowing normally.
– When overtaking a vehicle over a certain 
period of time, the vehicle being overtaken 
remains in the blind spot.
Operating limits
No alert is triggered in the following conditions:
–  presence of stationary objects (e.g.   parked 
vehicles, safety rails, lampposts, signs).
–
 
vehicles travelling in the opposite direction.
–
 
if the rear bumper is damaged.
It is possible that warnings are not given, 
are given too late or seem unjustified. 
This system does not replace the need for 
vigilance on the part of the driver. Always 
check in the mirrors and look over your 
shoulders before changing lanes to avoid an 
accident. 
If the rear bumper is to be repainted, contact 
a dealer or a qualified workshop; certain types 
of paint could interfere with the operation of 
the radars.
Malfunction
If the event of a malfunction, this warning 
lamp comes on in the instrument panel, 
accompanied by the display of a message.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
The system may be temporarily disturbed  by certain weather conditions (e.g.   heavy 
rain, hail or extreme temperature changes).
In particular, driving on a wet road or going 
from a dry to a wet area can cause false 
alerts (e.g.
  presence of a cloud of water 
droplets in the blind spot interpreted as a 
vehicle).
In bad or wintry weather, ensure that the 
sensors are not covered by mud, ice or snow.
Take care not to cover the warning zone in 
the door mirrors, or the detection zones on 
the rear bumper with adhesive labels or other 
objects; they may hamper correct operation of 
the system.
Parking sensors
For more information, refer to the 
General recommendations on the use 
of driving and manoeuvring aids .
 
    
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6This system detects and signals the proximity of 
obstacles (e.g.  pedestrian, vehicle, tree, barrier) 
using sensors located in the bumper.
Rear parking sensors
► Engage reverse gear to start  the system 
(confirmed by an audible signal).
The system is switched off when reverse gear is 
disengaged.
Audible assistance 
 
The system signals the presence of obstacles 
which are both within the sensors’ detection zone 
and in the vehicle path defined by the direction of 
the steering wheel.
 
 
Depending on version, in the example shown, 
only the obstacles present in the shaded area 
will be signalled by the audible assistance.
The proximity information is given by an 
intermittent audible signal, the frequency of 
which increases as the vehicle approaches the 
obstacle.
When the distance between the vehicle and 
the obstacle becomes less than about thirty 
centimetres, the audible signal becomes 
continuous.
The sound emitted by the speaker (right or 
left) indicates the side on which the obstacle is 
located.
Adjusting the audible signalPressing this button in the touch 
screen opens the window for 
adjusting the volume of the audible signal.
Visual assistance 
 
This supplements the audible signal, without 
taking account of the vehicle's trajectory, by 
displaying bars on the screen that represent the 
distance between the obstacle and the vehicle 
(white: more distant, orange: close, red: very 
close).
When the obstacle is very close, the "Danger" 
symbol is displayed on the screen.
Front parking sensors
Supplementing the rear parking sensors, the 
front parking sensors are triggered when an 
obstacle is detected in front and the speed of the 
vehicle is below 6 mph (10
  km/h).
Front parking sensor operation is suspended if 
the vehicle stops for more than three seconds in 
forward gear, if an obstacle is no longer detected 
or the vehicle speed exceeds 6
  mph (10   km/h).
The sound emitted by the speaker (front or rear) locates the obstacle relative to 
the vehicle, whether in front of or behind it on 
its path.
Deactivation/Activation
It is configured in the ADAS touch screen 
application.
If the function is deactivated, this indicator 
lamp lights up on the instrument panel.
The system status is saved when the ignition is 
switched off.
 
    
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The rear parking sensors are deactivated automatically if a trailer or bicycle carrier 
is connected to a towing device installed in 
accordance with the Manufacturer's 
recommendations.
In this case, the outline of a trailer is displayed 
at the rear of the image of the vehicle.
When starting the vehicle, the graphic 
and audible aids are only available after 
the touch screen has started up.
Operating limits
If the boot is heavily loaded, the vehicle may tilt, 
affecting distance measurements.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction when 
changing into reverse gear, these 
warning lamps light up on the instrument panel, 
accompanied by the display of a message and 
an audible signal (short beep).
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Top Rear Vision
For more information, refer to the 
General recommendations on the use 
of driving and manoeuvring aids .When reverse gear is engaged, with the engine 
running, this system displays views of the 
vehicle's close surroundings
  on the touch screen 
using a camera located at the rear of the vehicle.
 
 
 
 
The screen is divided into 3 parts with a side 
menu, a contextual view and a view from above 
the vehicle in its close surroundings.
The parking sensors supplement the information 
in the view from above the vehicle.
Different contextual views are available:
–  
Automatic zoom view
 .
–
 
Standard view
 .
–
 
Panoramic view
 .
Depending on the context, the system chooses 
the best view to display (standard or automatic 
zoom).
The view type can be changed at any time 
during the manoeuvre.
The system status is not saved when the ignition 
is switched off.
Operating principle 
 
Using the camera, the vehicle's close 
surroundings are recorded during low speed 
manoeuvres.
An image from above the vehicle in its close 
surroundings is created in real time (on the side 
of the screen), as the vehicle progresses.
This view makes it easier to align the vehicle 
when parking and to perceive nearby obstacles. 
It is automatically deleted if the vehicle remains 
stationary for too long.
Configuration
In the side menu, this menu allows you to 
carry out the following operations:
–
 
volume adjustment of the audible signal.
–
 
brightness adjustment.
–
 
contrast adjustment.
–
 
activation/deactivation of camera washing 
(depending on version).
Activation/Deactivation
To activate the camera, engage reverse gear.   
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6The system is deactivated:
– when changing out of reverse gear .
–
 
by pressing the cross in the top left-hand 
corner of the touch screen.
Automatic zoom view 
 
The rear camera records the surroundings 
during the manoeuvre to create a rear view from 
above the vehicle in its close surroundings, 
making it possible to manoeuvre the vehicle 
around the surrounding obstacles.
Using the sensors located on the rear bumper, 
the automatic zoom view is displayed when 
approaching an obstacle at the red line (less 
than 30 cm) during the manoeuvre.
This view is only available automatically.
Obstacles may appear further away than 
they actually are.
It is important to monitor the sides of the 
vehicle during the manoeuvre, using the 
mirrors.
Parking sensors also provide additional 
information about the area around the vehicle.
Standard view 
 
The area behind the vehicle is displayed on the 
screen.
The blue lines  1 represent the width of your 
vehicle, with the mirrors unfolded; their direction 
changes according to the position of the steering 
wheel.
The red line  2 represents a distance of 30
  cm 
from the rear bumper; the two blue lines  3 and 4 
represent 1
  m and 2   m, respectively.
This view is available automatically or by 
selection in the side menu.
Panoramic view 
 
The panoramic view allows you to leave, in 
reverse, a parking space by anticipating the 
arrival of vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists.
This view is not recommended for carrying out a 
complete manoeuvre.
This view is only available by selection in the 
side menu.
360 vision
For more information, refer to the 
General recommendations on the use 
of driving and manoeuvring aids .
This system allows you to view your vehicle's 
close surroundings
  on the touch screen using 
cameras, located at the front and rear of the 
vehicle, as well as under the door mirrors.
 
 
 
 
The screen is divided into 4 parts with two side 
menus, a contextual view and a view from above 
the vehicle in its close surroundings.
The parking sensors supplement the information 
in the view from above the vehicle.
Depending on the view angle chosen in the 
left-hand side menu, the system provides 
specific visual assistance in particular driving 
conditions such as entering a blind intersection 
or manoeuvring in areas with reduced visibility.   
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Different contextual views are available for the 
rear or for the front:
– 
Automatic zoom view
 .
–
 
Standard view
 .
–
 
Panoramic view
 .
Depending on the context, the system chooses 
the best view to display (standard or automatic 
zoom).
The view type can be changed at any time 
during the manoeuvre.
The system status is not saved when the ignition 
is switched off.
Operating principle
Reconstituted view
The cameras are activated and a reconstruction 
of a view from above your vehicle in its close 
surroundings is displayed on the touch screen.
Live view 
 
The front, rear and side views automatically 
appear in the view from above the vehicle.
It is also possible to display any view directly by 
selecting the corresponding zone.
The front view can be selected in forward gear 
up to 10 mph (16 km/h).
Installing the very cold climate screen 
can alter the image transmitted by the 
front camera.
Configuration
In the side menu, this menu allows you to 
carry out the following operations:
–
 
volume adjustment of the audible signal.
–
 
brightness adjustment.
–
 
contrast adjustment.
–
 
activation/deactivation of camera washing 
(depending on version).
Activation/Deactivation
Automatic
With the rear camera, engine running and 
vehicle stationary, rear vision is displayed 
automatically if reverse gear is engaged.
With the front camera, engine running and speed 
below 10 mph (16 km/h), front vision is displayed 
automatically if a gear is engaged.
Manual
► In the  ADAS touch screen application, 
select Functions>Panoramic camera.
The system is deactivated:
–
 
automatically for the rear
 , when changing out 
of reverse gear.
–
 
automatically for the front, above 
approximately 10 mph (16 km/h).
–
 
by pressing the cross in the top left-hand 
corner of the touch screen.
Automatic zoom view 
 
The front or rear camera records the 
surroundings during the manoeuvre to create 
a front or rear view from above the vehicle in 
its close surroundings, making it possible to 
manoeuvre the vehicle around the surrounding 
obstacles.
Using the sensors located on the front or 
rear
  bumper, the automatic zoom view is 
displayed when approaching an obstacle at the 
red line (less than 30 cm) during the manoeuvre.
This view is only available automatically.
Depending on version, it can be activated/
deactivated in the  ADAS touch screen 
application.
Obstacles may appear further away than 
they actually are.
It is important to monitor the sides of the 
vehicle during the manoeuvre, using the 
mirrors.
Parking sensors also provide additional 
information about the area around the vehicle.   
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6Standard view 
 
Depending on the context, the area behind or in 
front of your vehicle is displayed on the screen.
The blue lines (at the rear)/orange lines (at the 
front) 1 represent the width of your vehicle, with 
the mirrors unfolded;  their direction changes 
according to the position of the steering wheel.
The red line  2 represents a distance of 30 cm 
from the rear or front bumper; the two blue lines 
(at the rear)/orange lines (at the front)
 
3
  and 
4
  represent 1 m and 2 m respectively.
This view is available automatically or by 
selection in the left-hand side menu.
Panoramic view 
 
The rear or front panoramic view allows you to 
leave a parking space by anticipating the arrival 
of vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists.
This view is not recommended for carrying out a 
complete manoeuvre.
This view is only available by selection in the left-
hand side menu.
Side views
The left-hand/right-hand side view allows you to 
view the surroundings of each side of the vehicle 
(e.g.
  pavement, low wall, other vehicle parked 
next to it).
 
 
► Select the relevant view in the view from 
above the vehicle.
The selected area turns yellow and the side view 
appears in the middle of the screen.
This view is not recommended for carrying out a 
complete manoeuvre.
Rear traffic alert
For more information, refer to the 
General recommendations on the use 
of driving and manoeuvring aids .
 
 
When engaging reverse gear with the engine 
running, or when reversing at up to 6
  mph 
(10
  km/h), this system warns of approaching 
obstacles (e.g.
  pedestrian, cyclist, vehicle, truck, 
motorcycle) in the rear blind spots of the vehicle, 
using the radars installed in the bumper.
The system detects obstacles moving at more 
than 2
  mph (3   km/h) at a maximum distance of 
40
  m.
The system operates in addition to the Parking 
sensors, Top Rear Vision or 360 vision functions 
(depending on version).
For more information about the  Parking 
sensors, Top Rear Vision  or 360 vision 
functions, refer to the corresponding sections.
The driver must monitor their  surroundings before and during the 
whole manoeuvre. Drive slowly and carefully 
in reverse gear in case of reduced or no 
visibility.   
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Operating principle 
 
 
 
When an approaching obstacle is detected, the 
symbol 1 or 2 flashes on the touch screen, in the 
Parking sensors view or in the various contextual 
views of the Top Rear Vision or 360 vision 
functions (depending on version).
The symbol is complemented by an audible 
signal when the vehicle is reversing.
An obstacle is approaching in the  blind spot on the rear right-hand/
left-hand side or on both sides of the vehicle.
In the event of a malfunction of these visual 
display functions or of the touch screen, or if the 
driver deactivates the views from these functions 
on the touch screen, detection of an approaching 
obstacle is still indicated by the audible signal 
when the vehicle is reversing.
Activation/Deactivation
It is configured in the ADAS touch screen 
application.
The system's status is saved when the ignition is 
switched off.
Operating limits
The system may not work in the following cases:
–  T owing a trailer.
–
 
Using a bicycle carrier on a towing device.
–
 
Extreme temperature changes.
–
 
Damaged rear bumper
 .
–
 
Accumulation or projection of external 
elements (e.g. mud, frost, snow), stickers 
application.
It is possible that warnings are not given, 
are given too late or seem unjustified. 
Consequently, always stay in control of your 
vehicle and be prepared to react at any time 
to avoid an accident.
In the event of repainting the rear 
bumper, consult the CITROËN dealer or 
a qualified workshop; certain types of paint 
could interfere with the operation of the 
radars.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction when 
engaging reverse gear, during reversing 
or when the driver attempts to activate the  system, this warning lamp lights up on the 
instrument panel, accompanied by the display of 
a message and an audible signal.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.