tow Citroen C5 2008.5 (RD/TD) / 2.G Owner's Guide
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C H E C K S
DRAINING THE DIESEL FUEL FILTER
Protective cover
Removal of the cover Draining water from the fuel
filter
Drain regularly (at each oil change).
To drain the water, slacken the bleed
screw or the water in diesel fuel sen-
s o r , l o c a t e d a t t h e b a s e o f t h e fi l t e r .
Continue until all the water has
fl o w e d o u t .
Then retighten the bleed screw or
the water detection sensor.
HDi 110, HDi 173 and V6 HDi 208
engines
Pull the protective cover upwards
to remove it.
HDi 138 engine
Remove the protective cover
b y fi r s t u n c l i p p i n g a t 3 , then 1
and 4.
Unclip at 2 by pulling towards
you, then lift up. R e fi t t i n g
Firstly clip in at 2 .
Lower and centre the cover.
Clip in at 3 and 4 , pushing verti-
cally and gently from the rear.
Clip in at 1 pushing vertically.
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C H E C K S
Brake pads Brake wear depends on
the style of driving, par-
ticularly in the case of ve-
hicles used in town, over
short distances. It may be
necessary to have the condition of
the brakes checked, even between
vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a
d r o p i n t h e b r a k e fl u i d l e v e l i n d i c a t e s
that the brake pads are worn.
Manual gearbox
T h e g e a r b o x d o e s n o t r e -
quire any maintenance (no
oil change).
Automatic gearbox T h e g e a r b o x d o e s n o t r e -
quire any maintenance (no
oil change). Brake disc wear
For information relating to
checking the brake disc
wear, contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Parking brake If the parking brake travel is
too long or if a loss of effec-
tiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake
must be adjusted, even be-
tween two services.
This system must be checked by a
CITROËN dealer. Only use products recom-
mended by CITROËN or
products of equivalent
q u a l i t y a n d s p e c i fi c a t i o n s .
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, CITROËN selects and of-
f e r s v e r y s p e c i fi c p r o d u c t s .
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment
is strictly prohibited .
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for the details of the
level checking interval for this com-
ponent.
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for details of the
level checking interval for this com-
ponent.
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
CHANGING A WHEEL
Access to the tools
The tools are to be found in a protec-
tive holder inside the spare wheel.
Pull back the retaining strap for
access. List of tools
1. Wheelbrace
2. Jack
3. T o o l f o r t h e r e m o v a l / r e fi t t i n g o f
bolt protectors
4. Centring guide
5. Towing eye
6. Moveable chock (depending on
equipment)
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
Access to the spare wheel
To remove the spare wheel
L i f t u p t h e b o o t fl o o r u s i n g t h e
strap (Saloon) or the retractable
handle (Tourer).
Fold back the boot carpet
(Saloon).
Attach the hook to the top of the
boot.
Detach the strap then push the
wheel forwards so as to be able
to lift it. To reposition the spare wheel
P o s i t i o n t h e s p a r e w h e e l fl a t i n
the boot, then pull it towards
you.
N e x t p l a c e t h e t o o l b o x i n s i d e t h e
wheel, then secure the assembly
with the belt.
Release the strap to return the
b o o t fl o o r t o i t s i n i t i a l p o s i t i o n . The tyre pressure is indi-
cated on the label located
on the left-hand door centre
pillar. On this label, the pressures
a r e s p e c i fi e d , a c c o r d i n g t o t h e v e -
hicle load.
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
Wing-mounted lamps
Remove the lateral boot trim
fl a p A . To do so, pull it towards
the inside of the boot, then pull it
upwards.
Disconnect connector B .
U n s c r e w t h e 2 fi x i n g s C .
Remove the lamp from its housing.
Detach the bulb holder D .
Replace the bulb.
R e fi t t h e b u l b h o l d e r D .
Place the lamp in its housing.
S c r e w i n t h e 2 fi x i n g s C .
R e fi t c o n n e c t o r B .
R e fi t t h e t r i m A .
You can use the wheelbrace to
s c r e w o r u n s c r e w t h e fi x i n g s C .
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
Wing-mounted lamps
Remove the lateral boot trim A .
To do so:
Pull it towards towards the inside
of the boot.
Pull it upwards.
Disconnect the connector B .
U n s c r e w t h e fi x i n g s c r e w C .
Remove the lamp from its housing.
Detach the bulb holder D .
Replace the faulty bulb.
R e fi t t h e b u l b h o l d e r D .
Place the lamp in its housing.
S c r e w i n t h e fi x i n g s c r e w C .
R e fi t t h e c o n n e c t o r B .
R e fi t t h e t r i m A .
You can use the wheelbrace to screw
o r u n s c r e w t h e fi x i n g s c r e w C .
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TOWING THE VEHICLE
Procedure for having your vehicle
towed or for towing another vehicle
using a removable towing eye.
Access to the tools
The towing eye is installed in the
j a c k b o x p l a c e d i n t h e s p a r e w h e e l .
To gain access to it:
open the boot,
r a i s e t h e fl o o r ,
remove the towing eye from the
j a c k b o x . Towing your vehicle
On the front bumper, unclip the
cover by pressing at the top.
Screw the towing eye in fully.
Attach the towing bar.
Switch on the hazard warning
lamps on the towed vehicle.
Place the gear lever in neutral
(position N on the automatic
g e a r b o x ) . Towing another vehicle
On the rear bumper, unclip the
cover by pressing:
- on the right (Saloon),
- at the bottom (Tourer).
Screw the towing eye in fully.
Attach the towing bar.
Switch on the hazard warning
lamps on the towed vehicle.
Failure to observe this special con-
dition could result in damage to
certain braking components and
the absence of braking assistance
t h e n e x t t i m e t h e e n g i n e i s s t a r t e d . When towing with all four wheels
on the ground, always use a towing
bar.
When towing with only two wheels
on the ground, always use profes-
sional lifting equipment.
When towing with the engine off,
there is no longer any braking or
steering assistance.
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
TOWING A TRAILER, A CARAVAN, ETC.
Towbar suited to the attachment of a
trailer or caravan with additional sig-
nalling and lighting.
Your vehicle is primarily designed
for transporting people and luggage,
but it may also be used for towing a
trailer.
We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their har-
nesses that have been tested and
approved from the design stage
o f y o u r v e h i c l e , a n d t h a t t h e fi t -
ting of the towbar is entrusted to a
CITROËN dealer. I f t h e t r a i l e r i s n o t fi t t e d b y
a CITROËN dealer, it is
i m p e r a t i v e t h a t i t i s fi t t e d
using the electrical pre-equipment
installed at the rear of the vehicle,
in accordance with the manufactur-
er’s instructions.
Driving with a trailer subjects the
t o w i n g v e h i c l e t o m o r e s i g n i fi c a n t
stress and its driver must be par-
ticularly careful.
Driving advice
Distribution of loads
Distribute the load in the trailer
so that the heaviest items are as
c l o s e a s p o s s i b l e t o t h e a x l e a n d
the nose weight approaches the
m a x i m u m p e r m i t t e d w i t h o u t e x -
ceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude,
thus reducing engine performance.
A b o v e 1 0 0 0 m e t r e s , t h e m a x i m u m
t o w i n g l o a d m u s t b e r e d u c e d b y 1 0 %
and so on for every 1 000 metres of
altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section
for details of the weights and towing
loads which apply to your vehicle.
Side wind
Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind. Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled,
its cooling capacity is not dependent
on the engine speed.
To lower the engine speed, reduce
your speed.
T h e m a x i m u m t o w i n g l o a d o n a l o n g
slope depends on the gradient and
the ambient temperature.
In all cases, pay attention to the
coolant temperature.
If the warning lamp and
the STOP warning lamp
come on, stop the vehicle
and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.
Braking
Towing a trailer increases the brak-
ing distance.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle and of the trailer,
observing the recommended
pressures.
Lighting
Check the electrical signalling on
the trailer.
The rear parking assistance will
be deactivated automatically if an
original CITROËN towbar is used.
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N * According to country.
SNOW GUARD *
Moveable device which prevents the
accumulation of snow by the radia-
tor cooling fan.
Fitting
Bring the 2 sections of the snow
guard up to the upper and lower
sections of the front bumper.
Press on the surround to clip in
o n e b y o n e t h e fi x i n g c l i p s .
Remove
Using a screwdriver, lift it up to
d e t a c h e a c h fi x i n g c l i p o n e b y o n e .
B e f o r e fi t t i n g
A f t e r fi t t i n g
It is essential to remove the snow
guard:
- When the outside temperature e x c e e d s 1 0 ° C ,
- When towing,
- When driving at speeds of over 7 5 m p h ( a p p r o x i m a t e l y 1 2 0 k m / h ) .
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N * To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and secured correctly,
- n e v e r fi t o n e m a t o n t o p o f another. T h e fi t t i n g o f e l e c t r i c a l
equipment or accessories
which are not recommend-
ed by CITROËN may result in a
failure of your vehicle’s electronic
s y s t e m a n d e x c e s s c o n s u m p t i o n .
P l e a s e n o t e t h i s s p e c i fi c w a r n -
ing. You are advised to contact a
CITROËN representative to be
shown the range of recommended
equipment and accessories.
A wide range of accessories and
genuine parts is offered by the
CITROËN network.
These accessories and parts have
been tested and approved for reli-
ability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle
a n d b e n e fi t f r o m C I T R O Ë N ’ s r e c o m -
mendation and warranty.
This product range is structured
around 5 categories:
"Comfort and leisure": mats * , boot
tray, boot carpet, sun blinds, mini-
bar, fragrance cartridges, roof bars,
b i c y c l e c a r r i e r , s k i c a r r i e r , r o o f b o x -
es, towbars, child seats and booster
cushions...
"Protection": anti-theft alarm, wheel
anti-theft devices, stolen vehicle
t r a c k i n g s y s t e m , b r e a t h a l y s e r , fi r s t
aid kit, warning triangle, high vis-
ibility safety jacket, dog guard, snow
chains, non-skid covers, fog lamps
kit, puncture repair kit, rear parking
assistance...
"Navigation and communication":
Bluetooth ®
hands-free kit, audio
equipment, portable satellite naviga-
t i o n s y s t e m , D V D p l a y e r , a u x i l i a r y
cable for connecting a portable MP3
p l a y e r , U S B B o x , s p e a k e r s . . .
"Personalisation": seat covers, alloy
w h e e l s , w h e e l t r i m s , m u d fl a p s . . .
"Accessories": windscreen wash
fl u i d , i n t e r i o r a n d e x t e r i o r c l e a n i n g
and maintenance products, body-
work touch-up aerosol and pen...
Depending on the country in which
the vehicle is sold, it may be com-
pulsory to have a high visibility safety
jacket, warning triangle and spare
bulbs available in the vehicle.