towing CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS 2020 Handbook (in English)

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The sound emitted by the speaker (front or
rear) locates the obstacle in relation to the
vehicle, in front or behind.
Deactivation/Activation
The function is deactivated and
activated in the Driving/Vehicle
menu of the touch screen.
The state of the system stays in the memory
when the ignition is switched off.
The rear parking sensors system will
be deactivated automatically if a
trailer
or bicycle carrier is connected to
a

towing device installed in line with the
manufacturer's recommendations.
In this case, the outline of a
trailer is
displayed at the rear of the image of the
vehicle. The parking sensors are deactivated while the
Park Assist system is measuring a
space.
For more information on the Park Assist , refer
to the corresponding section.
Operating limits
The tilting of the vehicle if the boot is very
loaded can affect the distance measurements.
Malfunction
If a malfunction occurs, when
s hifting to reverse, one of these
warning lamps comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by
the display of a
message and an
audible signal (short beep).
If the malfunction occurs while the
parking sensors are being used, it
causes the function to deactivate.
Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
Top Rear Vision – Top
360

Vision
Refer to the General recommendations on
the use of driving and manoeuvring aids .
With the engine running, these systems allow
views of your vehicle's close surroundings to
be displayed on the touch screen using one
camera for Top Rear Vision and two cameras
for Top 360
Vision.
Driving

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Deactivation
The system is deactivated by pressing the
control.
The system is deactivated automatically:
-
o
n switching off the ignition,
-

i
f the engine stalls,
-

I
f the driver's seat belt is not fastened,
-

i
f no manoeuvre is per formed within
5
minutes of selecting the type of
manoeuvre,
-

a
fter a prolonged stop of the vehicle during
a


manoeuvre,
-

i
f the wheel anti-slip regulation (ASR) is
triggered,
-

i
f the speed of the vehicle exceeds the
stated limit,
-

w
hen the driver interrupts movement of the
steering wheel,
-

a
fter 4 manoeuvre cycles,
-
o

n opening the driver's door,
-

i
f one of the front wheels encounters an
obstacle.
The indicator lamp in the instrument panel goes
off and a
message is displayed, accompanied
by an audible signal.
The driver should then take back the vehicle's
steering.
If the system is deactivated during
a


manoeuvre, the driver should reactivate
it to repeat the measurement.
Deactivation
The system is switched off automatically:
- w hen towing a trailer, connected electrically,
-

i
f the driver's door is opened,
-

i
f the speed of the vehicle is above 43 mph
(70


km/h).
To switch the system off for a
prolonged period,
contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Malfunctions
When the function is not activated,
this warning lamp temporarily
flashing (vehicle with digital
instrument panel) and/or an audible
signal indicate a

s
ystem malfunction.
If the fault occurs during the use of the system,
the warning lamp goes off.
In the event of a
fault, have the system checked
by a

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
In the event of a
fault with the
power steering, this warning lamp
is displayed in the instrument
panel, accompanied by a


warning
message. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Driving

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Obser ve the maximum authorised towable
weight, indicated on your vehicle's
registration certificate, the manufacturer's
label as well as in the Technical data
section of this guide.
Complying with the maximum
authorised nose weight (towball)
also includes the use of accessories
(bicycle carriers, tow boxes, etc.).
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country in which you are driving.
Vehicle equipped with motorised tailgate
with " Hands-Free Tailgate Access "
function
To avoid unwanted opening of the tailgate
when using the towing device:
-

d
eactivate the "Hands-Free Tailgate
Access" function in advance in your
vehicle's configuration menu,
-

o
r remove the electronic key from the
recognition zone, with the tailgate closed.
Towing device
Load distribution
F Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine performance. The maximum
towed load must be reduced by 10% for every
1,000
metres of altitude. Use towing devices and their genuine
harnesses approved by CITROËN. It
is recommended that the installation
be per formed by a
CITROËN dealer or
a

qualified workshop.
If the towing device is not fitted by
a CITROËN dealer, it must still be
fitted in accordance with the vehicle
manufacturer's instructions.
Important: for versions equipped with
the motorised tailgate with Hands-Free
Tailgate Access function, if a
towing
device other than a
genuine CITROËN
one is installed, it is essential to visit
a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to recalibrate the detection
system: risk of "Hands-Free Tailgate
Access" function failure.
Certain driving or manoeuvring aid
functions are automatically disabled if an
approved towing system is used.
Practical information

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Towing device with
quickly detachable towball
Presentation
1.Carrier.
2. Protective plug.
3. Connection socket.
4. Safety eye.
5. Detachable towball.
6. Locking/unlocking wheel.
7. Security key lock.
8. Key reference label. Trailers with LED lamps are not
compatible with the wiring harness of this
device.
To know the Technical data
, and in
particular the towable weights for your
vehicle, refer to the corresponding section.
To ensure complete safety while driving
with a
Towing device, refer to the
corresponding section.
A.
Locked position (the green marks are
opposite each other); the wheel is in
contact with the towball (no gap).
B. Unlocked position (red mark opposite
the green mark); the wheel is no longer
in contact with the towball (gap of around
5 m m).Before each use
Check that the towball is correctly fitted,
verifying the follow points:
-

t
he green mark on the wheel is in line
with the green mark on the towball,
-
t
he wheel is in contact with the towball
(position A ),
-
t
he security key lock is closed and the
key removed; the wheel can no longer
be operated,
-
t
he towball must not be able to move in
its carrier; test by shaking it with your
hand.
If the towball is not locked, the trailer can
detach – accident risk!
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F The wheel 6 turns a quarter of a turn anti-
clockwise; take care to keep your hands
clear!
F

C
heck that the mechanism has correctly
locked into place (position A ).
F

C
lose the lock 7 using the key.
F

A
lways remove the key. The key cannot be
removed when the lock is open.
F

C
lip the cap onto the lock.
During use
Never release the locking system with
a

trailer or load carrier on the towball.
Never exceed the maximum authorised
weight for the vehicle – the Gross Train
Weight or GTW.
It is essential that the maximum
authorised load be complied with on the
towing device: if it is exceeded, this device
may detach from the vehicle, which is
a


serious accident risk.
Check that the trailer lamps work
c o r r e c t l y.
Before setting off, check the adjustment of
the headlamp beam height.
For more information on Headlamp
adjustment , refer to the corresponding
section.
After use
When travelling without a

trailer or load
carrier, the towball must be removed and
the protective plug inserted in the carrier
for good visibility of the number plate and
its lighting.Fitting the towball
F Insert the end of the towball 5 into the
carrier 1 and push it upwards; the locking
will take place automatically.
F

B
elow the rear bumper, remove the
protective plug 2 from the carrier 1
.
Practical information

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The jack must only be used to change
a wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.
Do not use any jack other than the one
supplied with this vehicle.
If the vehicle does not have its original
jack, contact a
CITROËN dealer or
a
qualified workshop to obtain the correct
jack for it.
The jack meets European standards,
as defined in the Machinery Directive
2006/42/CE.
The jack does not require any
maintenance.
List of tools
1. Chocks to immobilise the vehicle
(depending on equipment).
2. Socket for the security bolts (located in
the glove box) (depending on equipment).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
3. Towing eye and tool to open the protective
covers of the front and rear screw threads. For more information on Towing the vehicle

and using the removable towing eye, refer to
the corresponding section.
With temporary puncture repair
kit
For further information about the Temporary
puncture repair kit , refer to the corresponding
section.
With spare wheel
For more information on the Spare wheel , refer
to the corresponding section.
4.
12

V compressor with a

cartridge of
sealant and a


speed limit sticker.
For temporary repair of a

tyre and to
adjust the tyre pressure. 5.
Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and removing
the wheel fixing bolts.
6. Jack with integrated handle.
Used to raise the vehicle.
7. Wheel bolt cover remover (depending on
equipment).
For removing the wheel bolt head finishers
on alloy wheels.
Temporary puncture
repair kit
Scan the QR Code on page 3 to view
e xplanatory videos.
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In the event of a breakdown

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Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or
for towing another vehicle using a removable
mechanical device.
Access to the tools
The towing eye is stored in a toolbox, under the
bo ot floor.
The opening tool for the rear protective cover is
secured to the towing eye.
For more information on the Vehicle tools ,
refer to the corresponding section.
Towing your vehicle
F On the front bumper, unclip the cover by using the tool fixed on the towing eye.
F

R
elease the cover to the right and then
downwards.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towbar.F

P
ut the gearbox into neutral.
Failure to obser ve this instruction could
result in damage to certain components
(braking, transmission, etc.) and the
absence of braking assistance the next
time the engine is started. Automatic gearbox: never tow the vehicle
with the front wheels on the ground with
the engine off.
F
U
nlock the steering and release the parking
brake.
F
S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F
M
ove off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance.
Towing another vehicle
F On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by using the tool fixed on the eye.
F

P
ull the cover downwards.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towbar.
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F Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles.
F

M
ove off gently, drive slowly and for a short
distance. General recommendations
Obser ve the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving.
Ensure that the weight of the towing
vehicle is higher than that of the towed
vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of
the towed vehicle and must have a
valid
driving licence.
When towing a
vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, always use an
approved towing arm; rope and straps are
prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine
off, there is no longer braking and steering
assistance.
In the following cases, you must always
call on a
professional recovery ser vice:
-

v
ehicle broken down on a motor way or
main road,
-
f

our-wheel drive vehicle,
-

w
hen it is not possible to put the
gearbox into neutral, unlock the
steering, or release the parking brake,
-

w
hen it is not possible to tow a vehicle
with an automatic gearbox, engine
running,
-

t
owing with only two wheels on the
ground,
-

w
here there is no approved towbar,
etc. available.
In the event of a breakdown

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Engine technical data and
towed loads
Engines
The engine characteristics are given in the
vehicle's registration document, as well as in
sales brochures.The maximum power corresponds to the
value type-approved on a
test bed, under
conditions defined in European legislation
(Directive 1999/99/EC).
For more information, contact a
CITROËN
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Weights and towed loads
The weights and towed loads relating to your
vehicle are given in the registration document,
as well as in sales brochures.
These values are also given on the
manufacturer's plate or label.
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a
qualified workshop. The GTW (Gross Train Weight) and towed load
values indicated are valid up to a
maximum
altitude of 1,000 metres. The towed load value
must be reduced by 10% for each additional
1,000 metres of altitude.
The maximum authorised nose weight
corresponds to the weight permitted on the
towball.
When exterior temperatures are high,
the vehicle per formance may be limited
in order to protect the engine. When the
exterior temperature is higher than 37°C,
limit the towed weight.
Towing using a lightly loaded vehicle can
adversely affect roadholding.
Braking distances are increased when
towing a trailer.
When using a
vehicle to tow, never exceed
a
speed of 62 mph (100 km/h) (obser ve
the local legislation in force).
If the exterior temperature is high, it is
recommended that the engine be allowed
to idle for 1
to 2 minutes after the vehicle
comes to a
stop, to facilitate its cooling.
D. Tyres/paint code label.
This label is affixed to the driver's door
aperture.
It bears the following information about the
tyres:
-

t

he tyre pressures, unladen and laden,
-

t

he tyre specification, made up of the
dimensions and type as well as the load and
speed indices,
-

t

he spare tyre pressure.
It also indicates the paint colour code.
The vehicle may be originally equipped
with tyres with higher load and speed
indices than those indicated on the label,
without affecting inflation pressure.
Technical data

228
RS
T
Radar (warnings) ........................................... 13 6
Radio ........................................ 5 - 6, 8, 20 -21, 23
Radio, digital (Digital Audio Broadcasting – DAB)
................................7, 2 2
Range, AdBlue


........................................ 28, 192
RDS
................

............................................. 6, 21
Rear screen, demisting


.............................68-69
Recharging the battery


.................................217
Recirculation, air


....................................... 65 - 67
Recovery


....................................................... 219
Reduction of electrical load


..........................18 6
Regeneration of the particle filter
.................192
Reinitialisation of the under-inflation detection system
.................................. 13 3 -13 4
Reinitialising the remote control
..................... 43
R

eminder, key in ignition
...............................11

9
Reminder, lighting on
...................................... 80
R

emote control

............................... 35-37, 39-41
Removing a
wheel ................................ 203-206
Removing the mat


........................................... 74
Replacing bulbs
..................... 2

06 -207, 210 -211
Replacing fuses


..................................... 212-213
Replacing the air filter
................................... 19

2
Replacing the oil filter
................................... 19

2
Replacing the passenger compartment filter ...192
Reservoir, screenwash
................................. 191
Resetting the service indicator


................. 26-27
Resetting the trip recorder


.............................. 30
Reset trip

......................................................... 31
Rev counter


................................................... 8-9
Reversing camera
.................. 1

3 6 , 16 8 -16 9, 171
Reversing lamps
..............................

............. 210
Roof bars


................................................ 187-188
Running out of fuel (Diesel)

................... 197-198 Safety, children


........
101-102, 104 -107, 110 -114
Saturation of the particle filter (Diesel) .........
192
Screen menu map

...........................................
11
Screenwash, front

...........................................
86
Screenwash, rear

............................................
86
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)

......
29, 19 4
Seat belts

..................................
13, 98 -10 0, 109
Seats, electric

...........................................
56-57
Seats, front
...............................
.................
54-57
Seats, heated

..................................................
57
Seats, rear

.................................................
60 - 61
Selector, gear

.........................................
125 -12 9
Sensors (warnings)

.......................................
137
Serial number, vehicle

..................................
221
Service indicator

..................................
2 6 - 2 7, 2 9
Service (warning lamp)

...................................
14
Servicing
................................ 1
4, 26, 26 -27, 192
Settings, equipment

........................................
33
Settings, system

........................................
15, 29
Sidelamps
................................. 7
9, 81, 209 -210
Side repeater

................................................
209
Snow chains

..................................................
18 6
Socket, 12 V accessory ............................
72, 76
Socket, auxiliary .......................................... 8, 23
Socket, Jack ....................................................
23
Socket,, USB ......................................... 72, 8, 22
Speed limiter
.................................. 14

0 -143, 14 6
Speed limit recognition
......................... 1

3 7, 1 4 0
Speedometer


........................................ 8 - 9, 137
Spotlamps, side
............................................ 20

9
Stability control (ESC).................... 91-92, 94-96
Starting a


Diesel engine
............................... 18

1
Starting the engine
....................................... 11

8
Starting the vehicle
...18, 21-2 2, 118 -120, 125 -129Starting using another battery ..............121, 216
Station, radio ............................... .......5 - 6, 20 -21
Stay, bonnet


........................................... 188 -189
Steering mounted controls, audio
............ 2-

3, 2
Steering wheel, adjustment
............................ 58
S

topping the vehicle

...........................18, 21-22,
118 -120, 125 -12 9 STOP (warning lamp)


......................................
12
Stop & Start

.................................
23, 32, 63, 68,
130, 132, 180, 188, 192, 218
Storage

...........................................
71, 73 -74, 76
Storage box

.....................................................
78
Storage compartments

...................................
71
Storage wells

............................................
76, 78
Storing driving positions
........................... 5
6-57
Stowing rings

..................................................
76
Sunroof, panoramic
.................................. 5
2-53
Sunshine sensor

.............................................
62
Sun visor
...............................
..........................
71
Switching off the engine

...............................
11 8
Synchronising the remote control ...................
43
Tables of engines

..................................
223-224
Tables of fuses ...............................
212-213, 215
Ta n k , f u e l

.......................................................
18 0
Technical data
....................................... 22
3-224
Telephone
........................... 7
2-73, 12-14, 24-27
Temperature, coolant

................................
12, 27
Third brake lamp

...........................................
2 11
Three flashes (direction indicators)
................ 80
T
icket holder

...................................................
71
Time (setting)

......................................
34, 15, 30
TMC (Traffic info)
............................................
14
T
ool kit

.............................................
78, 198 -19 9
Top 360 Vision ......................................
16 8 , 171
Topping up AdBlue
® ...................................... 19 6
Top Rear Vision..................................... 168 -169
Total distance recorder


................................... 30
Touch screen ................................................. 1, 1
To w b a r
...............................

...................... 9 4, 182
Towbar with quickly detachable towball ...183 -185
Towed loads
.................................................. 222
Towing another vehicle


................................. 219
Traffic information (TMC)


................................ 14
Tr a i l e r
...............

....................................... 9 4, 182
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