Citroen C5 2014.5 (RD/TD) / 2.G Owner's Manual
Manufacturer: CITROEN, Model Year: 2014.5, Model line: C5, Model: Citroen C5 2014.5 (RD/TD) / 2.GPages: 344, PDF Size: 12.9 MB
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"Multimedia":
Wi-Fi on board, 230V socket, audio systems, 
speakers, semi-integral navigation systems, 
portable navigation systems, hands-free kit, 
DVD player, USB Box, mapping update CD, 
driving aid, Hi-Fi module...The fitting of electrical equipment or 
accessories which are not recommended 
by CITROËN may result in a failure of 
your vehicle's electronic system and 
excessive electrical consumption.
Contact a CITROËN dealer 
for information on the range of 
recommended equipment and 
accessories.
Installation of radio 
communication 
transmitters
Before installing any after-market radio 
communication transmitter, you can 
contact a CITROËN dealer for the 
specification of transmitters which can 
be fitted (frequency, maximum power, 
aerial position, specific installation 
requirements), in line with the Vehicle 
Electromagnetic Compatibility  
Directive (2004/104/EC). Depending on the legislation in force in 
the country, certain safety equipment 
may be compulsory: high visibility 
safety vests, warning triangles, 
breathalyzers, spare bulbs, spare fuses, 
fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud flaps 
at the rear of the vehicle.
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Practical information  
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ToTaL & CITRoËn
Partners in performance and 
protecting the environment
Innovation in the search for 
performance
For over 40 year, the TOTAL Research and 
Development departments have developed for 
CITROËN, lubricants to match the latest technical 
innovations on CITR
oËn
 vehicles, both for 
competition and for everyday motoring.
For you, this is an assurance that you will obtain of the 
best per formance for your engine.
Optimum protection for your 
engine
By having your CITROËN vehicle 
serviced with TOTAL lubricants, you are 
contributing towards improving the life 
and per formances of your engine, while 
also protecting the environment.
prefers 
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bonnet
Opening
F at the front of the bonnet, lift the safety catch B and raise the bonnet.
F Unclip the stay C from its housing and pivot 
it to insert it in the notch   D indicated by a 
yellow arrow.
F
 
F
 ix the stay in the notch to hold the bonnet 
open.Closing
F Take the stay out of the support notch.
F  C lip the stay in its housing.
F
 
L
 ower the bonnet then slam it firmly at the 
end of its travel.
F
 
P
 ull on the bonnet to check that it is fully 
closed.
F
 
O
pen the left hand front door.
F
 
P
ull 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 
automatic change to START mode. The location of the interior release lever 
prevents opening of the bonnet 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.
When the engine is hot, handle the 
safety catch and bonnet stay with care 
(risk of burns).
be
 cause of the presence of electrical 
equipment under the bonnet, it is 
recommended that exposure to water 
(rain, washing, ...) be limited.
The cooling fan may star t after 
switching off the engine: take care 
with articles and clothing that might 
be caught by the fan blades.
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The various caps and covers allow access for 
checking fluid levels and for replacing certain 
components.1.6i THP
1.6i V Ti
Petrol engines
1. Screenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
2. P ower steering fluid reservoir or power 
steering and suspension fluid reservoir.
3.
 E
ngine coolant header tank.
4.
 E
ngine oil dipstick.
5.
 E
ngine oil filler cap.
6.
 B
rake fluid reservoir.
7.
 B
attery.
8.
 A
ir filter. 
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Diesel engines
HDi 115 / e- HDi 115
HDi 140
The various caps and covers allow access 
for checking fluid levels, for replacing certain 
components and for priming the fuel system.
1.
 S
creenwash and headlamp wash reservoir.
2.
 P
ower steering fluid reservoir or power 
steering and suspension fluid reservoir, 
depending on equipment.
3.
 E
ngine coolant header tank.
4.
 E
ngine oil dipstick.
5.
 E
ngine oil filler cap.
6.
 A
ir filter.
7.
 B
rake fluid reservoir.
8. B
attery.
As the Diesel fuel system operates 
under high pressure, never carry out 
any work yourself on this system.
Vehicles fitted with the HDi 140  
engine may be fitted with metal spring 
suspension. In this case, a different 
power steering fluid reservoir is fitted.
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HDi 160 - HDi 200 engines
1. Screenwash and headlamp wash  reservoir.
2.
 P
ower steering and suspension fluid 
reservoir.
3.
 E
ngine coolant header tank.
4.
 E
ngine oil dipstick.
5.
 E
ngine oil filler cap.
6.
 A
ir filter.
7.
 B
rake fluid reservoir.
8.
 B
attery. HDi 160
HDi 200
The Diesel fuel system operates under 
high pressure:
-
 
N
 ever carry out any work yourself 
on this system.
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H
 Di engines make use of advanced 
technology.
All maintenance and repairs require 
special qualifications which only a 
CITROËN dealer can guarantee. 
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Checking levels
Engine oil level
The check is carried out either when 
the ignition is switched on using the 
oil level indicator in the instrument 
panel for vehicles with an electric oil 
level gauge, or using the dipstick.
Check all of these levels regularly, in line with the manufacturer's service schedule. Top them up if necessary, unless other wise indicated.
If a level drops significantly, have the corresponding system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
If you find that the level is above the A mark or 
below the B mark, do not star t the engine.
-
 
I
 f the level is above the MAX mark (risk 
of damage to the engine), contact a 
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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I
 f the level is below the MIN mark, you 
must top up the engine oil.
Take care when working under the 
bonnet, as certain areas of the engine 
may be extremely hot (risk of burns) and 
the cooling fan could start at any time 
(even with the ignition off).
To ensure that the reading is correct, your 
vehicle must be parked on a level sur face  
with the engine having been off for more than 
30 minutes.
It is normal to top up the oil level between 
two services (or oil changes). CITROËN 
recommends that you check the level, and top 
up if necessary, every 3 000 miles (5 000 kms).
Checking using the dipstick
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine" 
section for the location of the dipstick in the 
engine compartment of your vehicle.
F  
T
 ake the dipstick by its coloured grip and 
remove it completely.
F
 
W
 ipe the end of the dipstick using a clean 
non-fluffy cloth.
F
 
R
 efit the dipstick and push fully down, then 
pull it out again to make the visual check: 
the correct level is between the marks A 
and B .
A = M
aX
B
 = MI
n
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Oil grade
Before topping-up the oil or changing the oil, 
check that the oil is the correct grade for your 
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's 
recommendations.
Topping up the engine oil level
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine" 
section for the location of the oil filler cap in the 
engine compartment of your vehicle.
F 
U
 nscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler 
aperture.
F
 
A
 dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any 
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
F
 
W
 ait a few minutes before checking the 
level again using the dipstick.
F
 
A
 dd more oil if necessary.
F
 
A
 fter checking the level, carefully refit the 
oil filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.
After topping up the oil, the check when 
switching on the ignition with the oil level 
indicator in the instrument panel is not valid 
during the 30 minutes after topping up.
Engine oil change
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule 
for details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine 
and emission control system, never use 
additives in the engine oil. 
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Brake fluid level
The brake fluid level should be close 
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check 
the brake pad wear.
Changing the fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule 
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The brake fluid must conform to the 
manufacturer's recommendations.
Power steering or power 
steering and suspension 
fluid level
For topping up, it is necessary to go 
to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 
workshop.
Coolant level
The coolant level should be close 
to the "MA X" mark but should never 
exceed it.
Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be replaced at routine services.
Fluid specification
The coolant must conform to the 
manufacturer's recommendations. The cooling fan may star t after switching 
off the engine: take care with ar ticles and 
clothing that might be caught by the fan 
blades.
In addition, as the cooling system is pressurised, 
wait at least one hour after switching off the 
engine before carrying out any work.
To avoid any risk of scalding, unscrew the cap 
by two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When 
the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and 
top up the level. When the engine is warm, the temperature of 
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
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Diesel additive level (Diesel 
engine with particle filter)
To p p i n g  u p
This additive must be topped up by a CITROËN 
dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.
Used products
The additive reservoir low level is 
indicated by fixed illumination of 
this warning lamp, accompanied by 
an audible warning and a message 
in the multifunction screen.
Screenwash and headlamp 
wash fluid
 In the case of vehicles fitted with 
headlamp washers, the low fluid level 
is indicated by an audible signal and 
a message in the screen.
Fluid specification
For optimum cleaning and to avoid freezing, 
this fluid must not be topped up with or 
replaced with plain water.
Reservoir capacity (depending on version).
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s
 creenwash fluid: approximately 3.5 litres,
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s
 creenwash and headlamp wash fluid: 
approximately 6.15 litres.
Top up the reservoir when you next stop 
the
  vehicle. Avoid prolonged contact of used oil or 
fluids with the skin.
Most of these fluids are harmful to 
health or indeed very corrosive.
Do not discard used oil or fluids into 
sewers or onto the ground.
Take used oil to a CITROËN dealer or 
a qualified workshop (France) or to an 
authorised waste disposal site. 
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