key CITROEN C5 2011 Owner's Manual

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Anti-theft protection
Electronic engine immobiliser
The key contains an electronic chip which has
a special code. When the ignition is switched
on, this code must be recognised in order for
starting to be possible.In the event of a fault, you are
informed by illumination of this
warning lamp, an audible signal and
a message in the screen.
In this case, your vehicle will not start; contact
a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Starting-switching off the engine
Keep safely, away from your vehicle,
the label attached to the keys given to
you on acquisition of the vehicle.
Ignition switch
It has 3 positions:
- position 1 (Stop): insert and removing the
key, steering column locked,
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position 2 (Ignition on) : steering column
unlocked, ignition on, Diesel preheating,
engine running,
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position 3 (Starting) .
Ignition on position
It allows the use of the vehicle's electric
equipment or portable devices to be charged.
Do not attach heavy objects to the key
or remote control: by weighing down on
the key when in the ignition switch, this
could cause a fault.
In addition, a heavy or sharp object
could inter fere with the deployment of
the knee airbag or be thrown about and
cause serious injuries in the event of
deployment of the knee airbag.
This electronic engine immobiliser locks the
engine management system a few moments
after the ignition is switched off and prevents
starting of the engine by anyone who does not
have the key.
Once the state of charge of the battery drops
to the reserve level, the system switches to
energy economy mode: the power supply is
cut off automatically to preserve the remaining
battery charge.
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Starting the engine
Wait until this warning lamp goes off in the
instrument panel then operate the starter
motor by turning the key to position 3
without pressing the accelerator pedal,
until the engine starts. Once the engine is
running, release the key.
With the parking brake applied and the gearbox
in neutral or position N or P:
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epress the clutch pedal fully (manual
gearbox),


or
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ress the brake pedal firmly (automatic
gearbox),
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nsert the key into the ignition switch; the
system recognises the code,
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nlock the steering column by simultaneously
turning the steering and the key.
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ith a petrol engine, operate the starter
motor by turning the key to position 3
without pressing the accelerator pedal,
until the engine starts. Once the engine is
running, release the key. Never leave the engine running in
an enclosed area without adequate
ventilation: internal combustion
engines emit toxic exhaust gases,
such as carbon monoxide. Danger of
intoxication and death!
In very severe wintry conditions
(temperatures below -23°C), to ensure
the correct operation and durability of
the mechanical components of your
vehicle, engine and gearbox, it is
necessary to leave the engine running
for 4 minutes before moving off.
In wintry conditions, the warning lamp
can stay on for a longer period. When
the engine is hot, the warning lamp
does not come on.
In certain cases, you may have to apply
more force to the steering (wheels on
full lock, for example). F
W ith a Diesel engine, turn the key to
position 2 , ignition on, to operate the
engine pre-heating system.
If the engine does not start straight
away, switch off the ignition. Wait a
few moments before operating the
starter motor again. If the engine does
not start after several attempts, do not
keep trying: you risk damaging the
starter motor or the engine. Contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop. In temperate conditions, do not leave
the engine at idle to warm up but move
off straight away and drive at moderate
speed.
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Do not flick the accelerator at the
moment of switching off the ignition.
This could cause serious damage to the
turbocharger(s).
Vehicles equipped with a
turbocharger
Never stop the engine without having allowed it
to run for a few seconds at idle, this being the
time required for the turbocharger to return to a
normal speed.Energy economy mode
After switching off the engine (position 1- Stop),
for a maximum of 30 minutes you can still use
functions such as the audio and telematic
system, the wipers, dipped beam headlamps,
courtesy lamps, ...
Switching off the engine
F Stop the vehicle.
F W ith the engine running at idle, turn the key
to position 1 .
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emove the key from the ignition switch.
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o lock the steering column, turn the
steering until it locks.
When you leave the vehicle, keep the
key with you and lock the vehicle. To facilitate unlocking of the steering
column, it is recommended that the
wheels be returned to the straight ahead
position before switching off the engine.
Never switch off the ignition before the
vehicle is at a complete stop. With the
engine off, the braking and steering
assistance systems are also cut off: risk
of loss of control of the vehicle. For more information on Energy
economy mode
, refer to the
corresponding section.
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heck that the parking brake is correctly
applied, particularly on sloping ground.
Key left in the "Ignition on"
position
If the key has been left in the ignition switch
at position 2 (Ignition on) , the ignition will be
switched off automatically after one hour.
To switch the ignition back on, turn the
key to position 1 (Stop) , then back to
position 2 (Ignition on) .
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Release
The electric parking brake releases
automatically and progressively as the
vehicle moves off :
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ith a manual gearbox (first gear or
reverse gear engaged), press down fully
on the clutch pedal, then press on the
accelerator pedal and move off,
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ith an automatic gearbox , accelerate
with the selector in position D , M or R.
Full release of the parking brake is
confirmed
by:
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arning lamp P in the control
lever A going off,
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isplay of a message " Parking brake
released " in the instrument panel screen.
Activation / Deactivation of the
automatic functions
Depending on the country of sale, automatic
application when switching off the engine and
automatic release when moving off can be
deactivated. The activation / deactivation is
done in the vehicle parameters menu.
Deactivation of these functions is
signalled by this warning lamp in the
instrument panel.
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t

his warning lamp in the
instrument panel going off, In some special circumstances, with
the engine not running, (towing, icy
conditions...) the automatic parking
brake can be released manually, with
the key in the running position.
If the vehicle parameters menu does
not have the option to activate /
deactivate the automatic functions, this
can be done by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
With the automatic functions deactivated, the
parking brake must be applied and released
manually.
When stationary, with the engine
running, do not press the accelerator
pedal unnecessarily (particularly when
starting the engine, including in neutral),
as you may release the parking brake.
Do not place any object (packet of
cigarettes, telephone...) between the
gear lever and the electric parking
brake control.
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Stop & Start
Operation
- with a manual gearbox, at speeds below
12 mph (20 km/h) with BlueHDi Diesel
versions, when you put the gear selector
into neutral and release the clutch pedal,
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ith an automatic gearbox, vehicle
stationary, when you press the brake pedal
or place the gear selector in position N .
Going into engine STOP
mode
The "ECO" warning lamp comes on
in the instrument panel and the engine
goes into standby automatically:
If your vehicle is fitted with the
system, a time counter calculates
the sum of the periods in STOP
mode during a journey. It resets
itself to zero every time the
ignition is switched on with the
key.
The Stop & Start system puts the engine
temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during
stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams...).
The engine restarts automatically - START
mode - as soon as you want to move off.
The restart takes place instantly, quickly and
silently.
Per fect for urban use, the Stop & Start system
reduces fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions as well as the noise level when
stationary.
Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition
with the key.
For your comfort, when parking, STOP
is not available for a few seconds after
coming out of reverse.
The Stop & Start system does not affect
the functionality of the vehicle, such as
braking, power steering...
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- with a manual gearbox, when you fully
depress the clutch pedal,
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ith an automatic gearbox:
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ear selector in position D or M , when
you release the brake pedal,
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r gear selector in position N and brake
pedal released, when you place the gear
selector in position D or M ,
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r when you engage reverse gear.
Going into engine START
mode
The "ECO" warning lamp goes off
and the engine starts automatically:
Special cases: START invoked
automatically
In this case the "ECO" warning
lamp flashes for few seconds, then
goes off.
This operation is perfectly normal. For safety reasons or to ensure smooth
operation, START mode is invoked
automatically when:
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ou open the driver's door,
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ou unfasten the driver's seat belt,
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he speed of the vehicle exceeds 16 mph
(25 km/h) with a manual gearbox or 2 mph
(3 km/h) with an automatic gearbox for
BlueHDi Diesel versions,
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he electric parking brake is being applied,
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ome special conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance, air
conditioning setting...) where the engine is
needed to assure control of a system.
Special cases: STOP mode
unavailable
In this case, the "ECO" warning
lamp flashes for a few seconds, then
goes off.
This operation is perfectly normal. STOP mode is not invoked when:
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he vehicle is on a steep slope
(up or down),
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he driver's door is open,
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he driver's seat belt is not fastened,
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he vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph
(10 km/h) since the last engine start using
the key,
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he electric parking brake is applied or
being applied,
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t

he engine is needed to maintain a
comfortable temperature in the passenger
compartment,
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emisting is active,
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ome special conditions (battery charge,
engine temperature, braking assistance,
exterior temperature...) where the engine is
needed to assure control of a system.
With a manual gearbox in STOP mode,
if a gear is engaged without fully
depressing the clutch pedal, a warning
lamp comes on or an alert message
is displayed asking you to depress the
clutch pedal to restart the engine.
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Operating fault
In the event of a malfunction with the system,
the "ECO OFF" switch warning lamp flashes
for a few seconds, then comes on continuously.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.In the event of a fault in STOP
mode, the vehicle may stall. All of
the instrument panel warning lamps
come
on.
Depending on version, an alert
message may also be displayed
asking you to put the gear selector into
position

N and to put your foot on the
brake pedal.
It is then necessary to switch off the
ignition, then restart the engine using
the key.
The Stop & Start requires the use of a
12 V battery of special technology and
characteristics.
All work on this type of battery must
only be carried out by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
For more information on the
12
V batter y, refer to the corresponding
section.
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Front airbags
Deployment
The airbags are deployed, except the
passenger's front airbag if it is deactivated, in the
event of a serious front impact to all or part of the
front impact zone A, in the longitudinal centreline
of the vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed
from the front to the rear of the vehicle.
The front airbag inflates between the chest and
head of the front occupant of the vehicle and the
steering wheel, drivers side, and the dashboard,
passenger's side to cushion their for ward
movement. This warning lamp comes on in the
screen located in the roof console
when the ignition is on and until the
airbag is reactivated.
Deactivation
Only the front passenger's airbag can be
deactivated:
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ith the ignition off , insert the key in the
passenger airbag deactivation switch 1 ,
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urn it to the "OFF" position,
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hen, remove the key keeping the switch in
this position. To assure the safety of your child, the
passenger's airbag must be deactivated
when you install a rear ward facing child
seat on the front passenger seat.
Other wise, the child would risk being
seriously injured or killed if the airbag
were deployed.
Reactivation
When you remove a rear ward facing child seat,
turn switch 1 to the "ON"
position to reactivate
the airbag and so assure the safety of your
front passenger in the event of an impact.
System which contributes towards the
protection of the head and chest of the driver
and front passenger in the event of a front
impact.
The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the
steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is
fitted in the dashboard above the glove box.
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Passenger airbag OFF
The warning label present on both sides of the
passenger's sun visor repeats this advice. In
line with current legislation, the following tables
contain this warning in all of the languages
required.Never install a rear ward facing child restraint system on a seat protected by an active front airbag. This could cause the death of the child or
serious injury.
Only the passenger's front airbag can
be deactivated.
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ith the ignition off, introduce
the key into the passenger airbag
deactivation switch.
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urn it to the "OFF" position.
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emove the key, leaving the switch
in this position.
When the ignition is on, this warning
lamp comes on in the instrument
panel and stays on while the airbag is
deactivated.
Deactivating the passenger's front airbag
This label is located on the middle door pillar,
passenger side.
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Advice
Children at the front
The legislation on carrying children on the
front passenger seat is specific to each
country. Refer to the legislation in force in
your country.
Deactivate the passenger's front airbag
when a rear ward facing child seat is installed
on the front passenger seat.
Otherwise, the child risks being seriously
injured or killed if the airbag is deployed.
Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must be
positioned on the child's shoulder without
touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt
passes correctly over the child's thighs.
CITROËN recommends the use of a booster
seat which has a back, fitted with a seat belt
guide at shoulder level.
The incorrect installation of a child seat in a
vehicle compromises the child's protection in
the event of an accident.
Ensure that there is no seat belt or seat belt
buckle under the child seat, as this could
destabilise it.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the
child seat harnesses keeping the slack
relative to the child's body to a minimum,
even for short journeys.
When installing a child seat using the seat
belt, ensure that the seat belt is tightened
correctly on the child seat and that it secures
the child seat firmly on the seat of your
vehicle. If your passenger seat is adjustable,
move it for wards if necessary.
At rear seating positions, always leave
sufficient space between the front seat and:
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ear ward facing child seat,
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he child's feet for a child seat fitted
forward facing.
To do this, move the front seat for wards
and, if necessary, move its backrest into the
upright position. For optimum installation of the forward facing
child seat, ensure that the back of the child
seat is as close as possible to the backrest
of the vehicle's seat, in contact if possible.
You must remove the head restraint before
installing a child seat with backrest to a
passenger seat.
Ensure that the head restraint is stored or
attached securely to prevent it from being
thrown around the vehicle in the event of
sharp braking. Refit the head restraint when
the child seat is removed.
As a safety precaution, do not leave:
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hild or children alone and
unsupervised in a vehicle,
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a c
hild or an animal in a vehicle which
is exposed to the sun, with the windows
closed,
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he keys within reach of children inside
the vehicle.
To prevent accidental opening of the doors
and rear windows, use the child lock.
Take care not to open the rear windows by
more than one third.
To protect young children from the rays of
the sun, fit side blinds on the rear windows.
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