CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS 2022 Handbook (in English)

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3With the engine running, on engaging reverse
gear, the mirror glasses tilt downwards.
They return to their initial position:
–
A
few seconds after coming out of reverse
gear.
–

Once the vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph
(10

km/h).
–

When the engine is switched off.
It is set via theDriving/Vehicle touch
screen menu.
Rear view mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which
darkens the mirror glass and reduces the
nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,
headlamps of other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Adjustment
► Adjust the mirror so that the glass is directed
correctly in the "day" position.
Day/night position


► Pull the lever to change to the "night" anti-
dazzle position.
►

Push the lever to change to the normal "day"
position.
Automatic "electrochrome" models



The electrochrome system uses a sensor to
detect the level of exterior brightness, as well as
that coming from the rear of the vehicle, in order
to automatically and gradually switch between
day and night usage.
To ensure optimum visibility while manoeuvring, the mirror automatically
brightens when reverse gear is engaged.
The system is deactivated if the load in the
boot exceeds the height of the load space
cover or if the load space cover has items
placed on it.
Rear seats
The 3 seats of the 2nd row are independent and
of
the same width. Their backrests are adjustable
to adapt the boot load space.
Rear head restraints

They have two positions:
– a high position , for when the seat is in use:
►

pull the head restraint fully up.
–

a low position , for stowing, when the seat is
not in use: ►

press the lugs
A to release the head
restraint and push it fully down.

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retrieve the seat belt and hold it during the
operation.
► Put the backrest 2 in the upright position and
push firmly to latch it home.
► Check that the release strap 1 has correctly
returned to its position.
► Ensure that the outer seat belts are not
trapped during the operation.
Please note: an incorrectly latched
backrest compromises the safety of
passengers in the event of sudden braking or
an impact.
The contents of the boot may be thrown
forward - risk of serious injury!
Heating and Ventilation
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger compartment
is filtered and originates either from the
exterior, via the grille located at the base of the
windscreen, or from the inside in air recirculation
mode.
Controls
The controls are accessible in the " Air
conditioning " touch screen menu and are also
grouped together in the control panel on the
centre console.
The rear head restraints can be removed.
To remove a head restraint:
►

pull the head restraint as far up as it will go,
►


press the lugs
A to release the head restraint
and remove it completely,
►

stow the head restraint.
T

o refit a head restraint:
►

insert the head restraint rods into the guides
in the corresponding seat backrest,
►


push the head restraint down as far as it will
go,
►


press the lugs
A to release the head restraint
and push it fully down.
Never drive with passengers seated at
the rear when the head restraints are
removed; they must be in place and in the
high position.
Longitudinal adjustment
Seat operations must only be done with
the vehicle stationary.
Each seat can be adjusted individually.


► Raise the control and slide the seat forwards
or backwards.
Once the backrest is folded, it is no
longer possible to slide the seat.
Backrest angle
Several adjustment positions are possible.

► Move the seat forward.
► Pull the strap forward, then tilt the backrest to
the desired position.
Folding the backrests
The backrests must only be operated with the vehicle stationary.
Preliminary operations:
►

lower the head restraints,
►


if necessary
, move the front seats forward,
►

check that no person or object could interfere
with the folding of the backrests (clothing,
luggage, etc.),
►


check that the outer seat belts are properly
tensioned along the pillars, that the central belt
is stowed and that the tongues of the three belts
are correctly in the storage position.


► Pull the strap 1 firmly to release the backrest.
► Guide the backrest 2 down to the horizontal
position.
Repositioning the backrests
Before raising the backrest of the outer
seats to the normal position, please

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3retrieve the seat belt and hold it during the
operation.
►

Put the backrest
2 in the upright position and
push firmly to latch it home.
►

Check that the release strap 1

has correctly
returned to its position.
►

Ensure that the outer seat belts are not
trapped during the operation.
Please note: an incorrectly latched
backrest compromises the safety of
passengers in the event of sudden braking or
an impact.
The contents of the boot may be thrown
forward - risk of serious injury!
Heating and Ventilation
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger compartment
is filtered and originates either from the
exterior, via the grille located at the base of the
windscreen, or from the inside in air recirculation
mode.
Controls
The controls are accessible in the " Air
conditioning " touch screen menu and are also
grouped together in the control panel on the
centre console.
Air distribution

1. Windscreen demisting/defrosting vents
2. Front side window demisting/defrosting vents
3. Adjustable and closable side air vents
4. Adjustable and closable central air vents
5. Air outlets to the front footwells
6. Air outlets to the rear footwells
7. Adjustable and closable air vents, with blower
(depending on version)
Advice
Using the ventilation and air
conditioning system
►

T

o ensure that air is distributed evenly,
keep the external air intake grilles at the base
of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents, the
air outlets and the air extractor in the boot
free from obstructions.
►

Do not cover the sunshine sensor located
on the dashboard; this sensor is used to
regulate the automatic air conditioning
system.
►

Operate the air conditioning system for at
least 5 to 10 minutes once or twice a month to
keep it in perfect working order

.
►

If the system does not produce cold air
,
switch it off and contact a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a steep
gradient in high temperatures, switching off
the air conditioning increases the available
engine power, enhancing the towing capacity.
Avoid driving for too long with the ventilation off or with prolonged operation
of interior air recirculation. Risk of misting and
deterioration of the air quality!
If the interior temperature is very high
after the vehicle has stood for a long
time in the sunshine, air the passenger
compartment for a few moments.
Put the air flow control at a setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
Condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge of
water underneath the vehicle. This is perfectly
normal.

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Footwells.
Each press on a button activates or deactivates
the function. The indicator lamp is on when the
button is activated. For a uniform distribution
of air in the passenger compartment, the three
buttons can be activated simultaneously.
Automatic visibility programme
For more information on the button 1 "Automatic
Visibility Programme", refer to the section
"Front Demisting/Defrosting ".
Air conditioning on/off.
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It enables you to:
– lower the temperature in summer,
– increase the effectiveness of the demisting in
winter, above 3°C.
► Press button 8 to activate/deactivate the air
conditioning system.
When the indicator lamp is on, the air
conditioning function is activated.
The air conditioning does not operate when the air flow adjustment is inhibited.
To obtain cool air more quickly, you can
use recirculation of the interior air for a few
moments. Then return to the intake of exterior
air.
Servicing the ventilation and air
conditioning system
►

Ensure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly

.
We recommend using a composite passenger
compartment filter. Thanks to its special active
additive, this type of filter helps to purify the
air breathed by the occupants and keep the
passenger compartment clean (by reducing
allergic symptoms, unpleasant odours and
greasy deposits).
►

T

o ensure correct operation of the
air conditioning system, have it checked
according to the recommendations in the
Maintenance and Warranty Guide.
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning systems
only operate when the engine is running.
Temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system to maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment.
For more information on the Stop & Start,
refer to the corresponding section.
Manual air conditioning

Press the Climate menu button located
under the touch screen to display the
system controls page.


1. Automatic Visibility programme.
2. Recirculation of interior air.
3. Rear screen demisting/de-icing.
4. System switch-off.
5. Air flow adjustment.
6. Temperature adjustment.
7. Air distribution adjustment.
8. Air conditioning on/off.
9. Maximum air conditioning.
The air conditioning system only operates with
the engine running.
Temperature adjustment
► Press one of the arrows 6 to decrease (blue)
or increase (red) the value.
The value indicated corresponds to a level of
comfort and not to a precise temperature.
For maximum cooling or heating of the
passenger compartment, press the
temperature setting button down or up until
LO or HI is displayed.
Air flow adjustment
► Press one of the buttons 5 to increase (+) or
decrease ( -) the speed of the ventilation fan.
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in
progressively as the speed of the fan is
increased.
By reducing the air flow to a minimum, you are
stopping ventilation.
Avoid driving for too long without ventilation - risk of condensation and
deterioration of air quality!
Air distribution adjustment
You can vary the air distribution in the passenger
compartment using the three buttons 7.
Windscreen and side windows.
Central and side air vents.

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3Footwells.
Each press on a button activates or deactivates
the function. The indicator lamp is on when the
button is activated. For a uniform distribution
of air in the passenger compartment, the three
buttons can be activated simultaneously.
Automatic visibility programme
For more information on the button 1 "Automatic
Visibility Programme", refer to the section
"Front Demisting/Defrosting ".
Air conditioning on/off.
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It enables you to:
–

lower the temperature in summer
,
–

increase the effectiveness of the demisting in
winter

, above 3°C.
►

Press button
8 to activate/deactivate the air
conditioning system.
When the indicator lamp is on, the air
conditioning function is activated.
The air conditioning does not operate when the air flow adjustment is inhibited.
To obtain cool air more quickly, you can
use recirculation of the interior air for a few
moments. Then return to the intake of exterior
air.
Switching off the air conditioning may result in
some discomfort (humidity, misting).
Dual-zone automatic air
conditioning


Press the Climate menu button located
under the touch screen to display the
system controls page.




1. Automatic Visibility programme.
2. Recirculation of interior air.
3. Rear screen demisting/de-icing.
4. System switch-off.
5. Air flow adjustment.
6. Temperature adjustment.
7. Air distribution adjustment.
8. Air conditioning on/off.
9. Maximum air conditioning.
10. Activation of the Automatic Comfort
programme.
11 . Access to the secondary page.
12. Passenger compartment pre-conditioning
(depending on version).
13. Selection of setting for the Automatic
Comfort programme (Soft/Normal/Fast).
14. Mono-zone/Dual-zone.
15. "AQS" (Air Quality System) function
(depending on version).
This air conditioning system operates with
the engine running, but the ventilation and its
controls are available with just the ignition on.

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– air flow, button 5,
– air distribution, button 7,
As soon as you change a setting, the indicator
lamp for the button 10 "AUTO" goes out.
► Press button 10 again to reactivate the
automatic comfort programme.
Air flow adjustment
► Press one of the buttons 5 to increase (+) or
decrease ( -) the fan speed.
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in
progressively as the speed of the fan is
increased.
By reducing the air flow to minimum, you are
stopping ventilation.
"OFF " is displayed alongside the fan.
Avoid driving for too long without
ventilation - risk of condensation and
deterioration of air quality!
Air distribution adjustment
You can vary the air distribution in the passenger
compartment using the three buttons 7.
Windscreen and side windows.
Central and side air vents.
Footwells.
Each press on a button activates or deactivates
the function. The indicator lamp is on when the
button is activated. For a uniform distribution
Operation of the air conditioning and regulation
of temperature, air flow and air distribution in the
passenger compartment are automatic.
Temperature adjustment
The driver and front passenger can each set the
temperature independently of one another.
►
Press one of the buttons
6 to decrease (blue)
or increase (red) the value.
The value indicated corresponds to a level of
comfort and not to a precise temperature.
It is recommended that you avoid a difference of
more than 3 in the settings for left and right.
For maximum cooling or heating of the
passenger compartment, press the
temperature setting button down or up until
LO or HI is displayed.
Automatic comfort programme
► Press button 10 "AUTO" to activate automatic
mode of the air conditioning system.
When the indicator lamp in the button is on, the
air conditioning system operates automatically:
the system manages the temperature, air
flow and air distribution in the passenger
compartment in an optimum way according to
the comfort level you have selected.
It is possible to adjust the intensity of the
automatic comfort programme by choosing one
of the settings offered in the secondary page,
accessible from button 11 "OPTIONS ".
To change the current setting, shown by
illumination of the corresponding indicator lamp,
press button 13 repeatedly until the desired
mode is displayed:
"Soft": provides soft and quiet operation by
limiting air flow.
"Normal": offers the best compromise between
a comfortable temperature and quiet operation
(default setting).
"Fast": provides strong and effective air flow.
Use the "Normal" or "Fast" modes to ensure the
comfort of passengers in the rear seats.
This setting is associated with automatic mode
only. However, on deactivation of AUTO mode,
the indicator lamp for the last setting remains on.
Changing the setting does not reactivate AUTO
mode if this was deactivated.
In cold weather with the engine cold, the
air flow is increased gradually until the
comfort setting has been reached, in order to
limit the delivery of cold air into the passenger
compartment.
On entering the vehicle, if the interior
temperature is much colder or warmer than
the comfort setting requested, there is no
need to alter the value displayed to more
quickly reach the required level of comfort.
The system automatically corrects the
temperature difference as quickly as possible.
Automatic visibility programme
For more information on the button 1 "Automatic
Visibility Programme", refer to the section
"Front Demisting/Defrosting ".
"Air Quality System" (AQS)
function
Using a pollution sensor, this function
automatically activates recirculation of the
interior air once a certain level of polluting
substances in the exterior air is detected.
When the air quality returns to a satisfactory
level, recirculation of interior air is automatically
deactivated.
This function is not designed to detect
unpleasant odours.
Recirculation is automatically activated when the
windscreen wash is used or when reverse gear
is engaged.
The function does not operate if the exterior
temperature is below 5
°C, to avoid the risk of
misting of the windscreen and side windows.
To activate or deactivate the function, go to the
secondary page by using button 11 "OPTIONS ",
then press button 15.
Manual control
You can manually adjust one or more of these
functions, while retaining automatic control of the
other functions by the system:

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3– air flow, button 5,
– air distribution, button 7
,
As soon as you change a setting, the indicator
lamp for the button 10
"AUTO" goes out.
►

Press button
10 again to reactivate the
automatic comfort programme.
Air flow adjustment
► Press one of the buttons 5 to increase (+) or
decrease ( -) the fan speed.
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in
progressively as the speed of the fan is
increased.
By reducing the air flow to minimum, you are
stopping ventilation.
"OFF " is displayed alongside the fan.
Avoid driving for too long without
ventilation - risk of condensation and
deterioration of air quality!
Air distribution adjustment
You can vary the air distribution in the passenger
compartment using the three buttons 7.
Windscreen and side windows.
Central and side air vents.
Footwells.
Each press on a button activates or deactivates
the function. The indicator lamp is on when the
button is activated. For a uniform distribution
of air in the passenger compartment, the three
buttons can be activated simultaneously.
In AUTO mode, the indicator lamps in all three
buttons 7 are off.
Air conditioning on/off.
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It enables you to:
–

lower the temperature in summer
,
–

increase the effectiveness of the demisting in
winter

, above 3°C.
►

Press button
8 to activate/deactivate the air
conditioning system.
When the indicator lamp is on, the air
conditioning function is activated.
The air conditioning does not operate when the air flow adjustment is inhibited.
To obtain cool air more quickly, you can
use recirculation of the interior air for a few
moments. Then return to the intake of exterior
air.
Switching off the air conditioning may result in
some discomfort (humidity, misting).
Mono-zone/Dual-zone
The passenger temperature setting can be linked
to the driver's setting (mono-zone function).
It is available in the secondary page by pressing
button 11 "OPTIONS ".
► Press button 14 to activate the "MONO"
function; its status is displayed as " ON".
The function is automatically deactivated if the
passenger uses their temperature adjustment
buttons (dual-zone function).
Ventilation with the ignition
on
When the ignition is switched on, you can use
the ventilation system to adjust the air flow 5
and air distribution 7 settings in the passenger
compartment, for a period which depends on the
battery charge.
This function does not allow the operation of the
air conditioning system.
Interior air recirculation
The intake of exterior air prevents the formation
of mist on the windscreen and side windows.
Recirculating the interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from outside odours
and fumes and allows the desired passenger
compartment temperature to be achieved more
rapidly.
► Press this button to activate/deactivate
the function (confirmed by the
illumination/extinction of the indicator lamp).
The function is activated automatically when reverse gear is engaged.

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► With the engine running, press this button to
activate/deactivate the function (confirmed by an
indicator lamp).
The function is activated when the outside
temperature drops below 0°C. It is deactivated
automatically when the engine is switched off.
Rear screen demist
- defrost
On/Off
► Press this button to demist/defrost the rear
screen and, depending on version, the door
mirrors (confirmed by the illumination/extinction
of the indicator lamp).
Demisting/defrosting switches off automatically
to prevent an excessive consumption of current.
Switch off the demisting/defrosting of
the rear screen and door mirrors as
soon as possible to reduce fuel consumption.
Rear screen demisting - defrosting can
only be operated when the engine is
running.
Maximum air conditioning
This function automatically adjusts the
temperature setting to the lowest possible, the
air distribution towards the central and side air
vents, the air flow to maximum and, if necessary,
activates interior air recirculation.
► Press this button to activate/deactivate
the function (confirmed by the
illumination/extinction of the indicator lamp).
Once the function is deactivated, the system
returns to the previous settings.
Switching the system off
► Press this button.
Its indicator lamp comes on and all of the other
indicator lamps for the system go off.
This action deactivates all of the functions of the
air conditioning system.
The temperature is no longer regulated. A slight
flow of air can still be felt, due to the forward
movement of the vehicle.
Front demist - defrost
Automatic visibility programme
The automatic visibility programme allows the
windscreen and side windows to be demisted or
defrosted as quickly as possible.

► Press this button to activate/deactivate the
function.
When the indicator lamp is on, the function is
activated.
The system automatically manages the air
conditioning (depending on version), air flow
and air intake, and provides optimum distribution
towards the windscreen and side windows.
The system allows the manual modification of air
flow without causing automatic deactivation of
the automatic visibility programme.
With Stop & Start, when demisting
- defrosting has been activated, STOP
mode is not available.
In wintry conditions, remove all snow or
ice on the camera on the windscreen
before moving off.
Otherwise, this can affect the function of the
equipment associated with the camera.
Heated windscreen


In cold weather, this system heats the bottom of
the windscreen, as well as the area alongside
the left-hand windscreen pillar.
Without changing the settings for the air
conditioning system, it allows faster release
of the windscreen wiper blades when they
are frozen to the windscreen and helps avoid
the accumulation of snow resulting from the
operation of the windscreen wipers.
Switching on/off

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3► With the engine running, press this button to
activate/deactivate the function (confirmed by an
indicator lamp).
The function is activated when the outside
temperature drops below 0°C. It is deactivated
automatically when the engine is switched off.
Rear screen demist
- defrost
On/Off
► Press this button to demist/defrost the rear
screen and, depending on version, the door
mirrors (confirmed by the illumination/extinction
of the indicator lamp).
Demisting/defrosting switches off automatically
to prevent an excessive consumption of current.
Switch off the demisting/defrosting of
the rear screen and door mirrors as
soon as possible to reduce fuel consumption.
Rear screen demisting - defrosting can
only be operated when the engine is
running.
Additional heating/ ventilation system




Heating
This is an additional and separate system which
heats the passenger compartment and improves
defrosting performance.
This indicator lamp is lit while the system is programmed or set in operation
remotely via the remote control.
It flashes during the whole duration of the
heating and goes off at the end of the heating
cycle or when stopped using the remote control.
Ventilation
This system allows ventilation of the passenger
compartment with exterior air to improve the
temperature experienced on entering the vehicle
in summer.
Programming
You can programme when the heating or
ventilation will come on using the second page of
the "Climate" menu of the touch screen.
In the Air conditioning >
OPTIONS menu:
► Select AIR CON programming.
►

Press the
Status tab to activate/deactivate
the system.
►

Press the
Settings tab to select Heating
mode to heat the engine and passenger
compartment or Ventilation mode to ventilate
the passenger compartment.
►

Then programme/save the activation time for
each selection.
►


Press
OK to confirm.
You must allow at least 60 minutes between programming operations.
Depending on the outside temperature, a
certain amount of pre-conditioning time is
necessary in order to reach the programmed
temperature by the stored activation time.
This pre-conditioning time lasts up to 45
min.
with a Diesel engine and up to 30
min. with a
petrol engine.

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Temperature pre-conditioning
(Rechargeable hybrid)
This function allows you to programme the
temperature in the passenger compartment to
reach a pre-defined, non-modifiable temperature
(approx. 21°C) before you enter the vehicle, on
the days and at the times of your choice.
This function is available when the vehicle is not
connected.
Programming
(With CITROËN Connect Nav)
In the Climate > OPTIONS menu:
Select Temperature conditioning .
► Press + to add a programming.
► Select the time of entry into the vehicle and
the desired days. Press OK.
► Press ON to activate this programming.
The pre-conditioning sequence begins
approximately 45 minutes before the
programmed time when the vehicle is connected
(20 minutes when it is not connected) and is
maintained for 10 minutes after.
Long-range remote control
This enables you to switch the heating in
the passenger compartment on or off from a
distance.
The remote control has a range of about 0.6
miles (1
km) in open country.


On
► Pressing and ho lding this button starts
the heating immediately (confirmed by the
green indicator lamp coming on briefly).
Switching off
► Pressing and ho lding this button stops
the heating immediately (confirmed by the
temporary illumination of the red indicator lamp).
The indicator lamp in the remote control flashes
for about 2 seconds if the vehicle has not
received the signal.
Then repeat the command after having changed
location.
Changing the battery
The indicator lamp in the remote control will
change to orange if the battery charge is low.
If the indicator lamp is not on, the battery is
discharged.


► Use a coin to unscrew the cap and replace
the battery .
Do not throw remote control batteries
away, as they contain metals that are
harmful to the environment. Take them to an
approved disposal point.
If the system is switched on using the
long-range remote control, the maximum
heating duration is around 45
min. with a
Diesel engine, and around 30
min. with a
petrol engine.
The ventilation is activated provided that the battery is sufficiently charged.
The heating is activated provided that:
–

the battery charge and the fuel level are
sufficient,
– the engine has been started since the
previous heating cycle,
–

60
minutes have elapsed between two
heating requests.
Programmable heating is supplied by the
vehicle fuel tank. Before use, make sure
that you have sufficient fuel. If the fuel tank is
on reserve, you are strongly recommended
not to programme the heating.
The additional heating must always be
switched off while refuelling to avoid any risk
of fire or explosion.
To avoid the risk of poisoning or asphyxia, the programmable heating
must not be used, even for short periods, in a
closed environment such as a garage or
workshop which is not equipped with an
exhaust gas extraction system.
Do not park the vehicle on a flammable
surface (dry grass, dead leaves, paper, etc.)
- Risk of fire!
Glazed surfaces such as the rear screen
or windscreen can become very hot in
places.
Never put objects on these surfaces; never
touch these surfaces - Risk of burns!