CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS 2023 Repair Manual

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As a safety measure, the mirrors should
b e adjusted to reduce the blind spots.
The objects that you see in the mirrors are
in fact closer than they appear.
Take this into account in order to
correctly judge the distance of vehicles
approaching from behind.
Folding
F From outside: lock the vehicle using the remote control or the key.
F

F
rom inside: with the
ignition on, pull the control
A from the central position
rearwards.
If the mirrors are folded using control
A , they will not unfold when the vehicle
is unlocked. It will be necessary to pull
control A again.
Unfolding
F From outside: unlock the vehicle using the remote control or the key.
F

F
rom inside: with the ignition on, pull
the control A from the central position
rearwards. The folding and unfolding of the door
mirrors when locking or unlocking the
vehicle can be deactivated via the vehicle
configuration menu.
If necessary, the mirrors can be folded
manually.
Automatic tilting in reverse gear
System which automatically tilts the mirrors
downwards to assist with parking manoeuvres
in reverse gear.
With the engine running, on engaging reverse
gear, the mirror glasses tilt downwards.
They return to their initial position:
-

a f
ew seconds after coming out of reverse
g e a r,
-

o
nce the speed of the vehicle exceeds
6
mph (10 km/h),
-

o
n switching off the engine. This function is activated/
deactivated via the " Vehicle
settings " tab in the Driving/Vehicle
menu of the touch screen.
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 from other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Adjustment
F A djust the mirror so that the glass is
directed correctly in the "day" position.
Day/night position
F

P
ull the lever to change to the "night" anti-
dazzle position.
F

P
ush the lever to change to the normal
"day" position.
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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
The rear head restraints can be removed.
To remove a head restraint:
F

p
ull the head restraint as far up as it will go,
F

p
ress the lugs A to release the head
restraint and remove it completely,
F

s
tow the head restraint.
To refit a
head restraint:
F

i
nsert the head restraint rods into the guides
in the corresponding seat backrest,
F

p
ush the head restraint down as far as it will
go,
F

p
ress 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.
F

Ra
ise the control and slide the seat
forwards or backwards.
They have two positions:
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a high position , for when the seat is in use:
F

p

ull the head restraint fully up.
-

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

p

ress the lugs A to release the head
restraint and push it fully down.
Once the backrest is folded, it is no longer
possible to slide the seat.
Automatic "electrochrome " model
This system automatically and progressively
changes between day and night use by means
of a

s
ensor measuring the light coming from the
rear of the vehicle.
In order to ensure optimum visibility during
your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is
engaged.
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Backrest angle
Several adjustment positions are possible.
F
M
ove the seat for ward.
F

P
ull the strap for ward, then tilt the backrest
to the desired position.
Folding the backrests
The backrests must only be operated with
the vehicle stationary.
Preliminary operations:
F

l

ower the head restraints,
F

i

f necessary, move the front seats for ward,
F

c
heck that no person or object could
inter fere with the folding of the backrests
(clothing, luggage, etc.),Repositioning the backrests
Before raising the backrest of the outer
seats to the normal position, please
retrieve the seat belt and hold it during the
operation.
F

c
heck 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.
F

P
ull the strap 1 firmly to release the
backrest.
F

G
uide the backrest 2 down to the horizontal
position.
F

P
ut the backrest 2 in the upright position
and push firmly to latch it home. 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!
F
C
heck that the release strap 1 has correctly
returned to its position.
F
E
nsure that the outer seat belts are not
trapped during the operation.
Heating and Ventilation
Air entry
The air circulating in the passenger
compartment is filtered and originates either
from the outside 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 " menu of the touch screen and
are also grouped together on the control panel
of the centre console.
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Air distribution6.Air outlets to the rear footwells.
7. Adjustable air vents with blower,
depending on version.
Advice
1.Windscreen demisting/defrosting vents.
2. Front side window demisting/defrosting
vents.
3. Side adjustable and closable air vents.
4. Central adjustable and closable air vents.
5. Air outlets to the front footwells. Using the ventilation and air
conditioning system
F

T
o ensure that the 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.
F
D
o not cover the sunshine sensor,
located on the dashboard; this is used
for regulation of the automatic air
conditioning system.
F
O
perate the air conditioning system for
at least 5 to 10 minutes once or twice
a month to keep it in per fect working
o r d e r.
F
I
f 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 and so
improves the towing ability. Avoid driving for too long with the
ventilation off and prolonged operation
with recirculation of interior air – 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.
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a discharge of water
under the vehicle which is per fectly normal.
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Servicing the ventilation and air
conditioning system
F
E
nsure that the cabin filter is in good
condition and have the filter elements
replaced regularly.
We recommend the use of a
combined
cabin filter. Thanks to its special active
additive, it contributes to the purification of
the air breathed by the occupants and the
cleanliness of the passenger compartment
(reduction of allergic symptoms, bad
odours and greasy deposits).
F

T
o ensure correct operation of the air
conditioning system, have it checked
according to the recommendations in
the Maintenance and Warranty Guide.
Stop & Star t
The heating and air conditioning systems
only work when the engine is running.
Temporarily deactivate the Stop &
Start system to maintain a
comfortable
temperature in the passenger
compartment.
For more information on Stop & Star t ,
refer to the corresponding section.Manual air conditioning
Press the Air conditioning menu
button located under the touch
screen to display the system
controls page. The air conditioning system operates only with
the engine running.
Temperature adjustment
F Press one of the arrows 6
t o 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
F 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!
1.
Automatic visibility programme.
2. Recirculation of interior air.
3. Rear screen demisting – defrosting.
4. System of f.
5. Air flow adjustment.
6. Temperature adjustment.
7. Air distribution adjustment.
8. Air conditioning on/off.
9. Maximum air conditioning.
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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.
Maximum air conditioning
The system automatically adjusts the
temperature setting to the lowest possible, the
air distribution towards the centre and outer
vents, the air flow to maximum.
F

P
ress button 9 to activate/deactivate the
function; its indicator lamp comes on/goes
of f.
Automatic visibility
programme
For more information on the button 1
" Automatic Visibility Programme ", refer to
the section " Front demist – defrost ".
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It enables you to:
-

l
ower the temperature in summer,
-
i

ncrease the effectiveness of the demisting
in winter, above 3°C.
F

P
ress 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).
System switch-off
Avoid driving for long periods with
the system off – risk of misting and
deterioration of air quality!
Pressing any button reactivates the
system with the settings that were in use
before the deactivation.
F

P
ress button 4
; its indicator lamp comes
on and all the other indicator lamps of the
system go off.
This action deactivates all functions of the air
conditioning system.
Temperature is no longer regulated. A slight
flow of air can still be felt, resulting from the
for ward movement of the vehicle.
Dual-zone automatic air
conditioning
Press the Air conditioning menu
button located under the touch
screen to display the system
controls page.
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11.Access to the secondary page.
12 . Passenger compartment pre-conditioning
(depending on version).
13. Selection of adjustment for the automatic
comfort programme (Soft/Normal/Fast).
14 . Mono-zone/Dual-zone.
15. "AQS" (Air Quality System) function
(depending on version).
The air conditioning system operates with
the engine running, but the ventilation and its
controls are available with the ignition on.
Operation of the air conditioning and regulation
of temperature, air flow and air distribution
in the passenger compartment are regulated
automatically.
Temperature adjustment
The driver and front passenger can each set
the temperature independently of one another.
F

P
ress one of the buttons 6 to decrease
(blue) or increase (red) the value.
1.
Automatic visibility programme.
2. Recirculation of interior air.
3. Rear screen demisting – defrosting.
4. System of f.
5. Air flow adjustment.
6. Temperature adjustment.
7. Air distribution adjustment.
8. Air conditioning on/off.
9. Maximum air conditioning.
10. Activation of automatic comfort
programme. 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
F 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.
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"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 demist – defrost ".
"Air Quality System " (AQS)
function
Using a pollution sensor, this function
a utomatically 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 front screenwash 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:
-

a
ir flow, button 5 ,
-

a
ir distribution, button 7 ,
As soon as you change a
setting, the indicator
lamp for the button 10 "AUTO " goes out.
F

P
ress button 10

again to reactivate the
automatic comfort programme.
Air flow adjustment
F 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!
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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 of f.
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
It enables you to:
-
l
ower the temperature in summer,
-
i

ncrease the effectiveness of the demisting
in winter, above 3°C.
F

P
ress 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,
mi st ing).
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 ".
F

P
ress 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.
System switch-off
F Press button 4 .
Its indicator lamp comes on and all other
indicator lamps for the system go off.
This action deactivates all functions of the air
conditioning system.
By reducing the air flow 5
to a minimum, you
are stopping ventilation.
Temperature is no longer regulated. A slight
flow of air can still be felt, resulting from the
for ward movement of the vehicle. This function does not allow the operation of
the air conditioning system.
Recirculation of interior air
The intake of exterior air prevents the formation
of mist on the windscreen and side windows.
Recirculation of the interior air isolates the
passenger compartment from outside odours
and fumes and allows the temperature required
in the passenger compartment to be reached
more rapidly.
F

P
ress this button to activate/
deactivate the function (confirmed
by the illumination/extinction of the
indicator lamp).
The system activates automatically when
reverse gear is engaged.
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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.F

P
ress 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.
Other wise, 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 areas alongside
the windscreen pillars.
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
F With the engine running, press this button to
activate/deactivate the function (confirmed
by the illumination/extinction of the indicator
lamp).
The function is active as soon as the outside
temperature drops below 0°C. It is deactivated
automatically each time the engine is switched
of f.
Rear screen demist –
defrost
On/Off
F 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.
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