slo CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS 2023 Owners Manual

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Version with Keyless Entr y and Star ting
Batter y type: CR2032/3 volts.
F

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nclip the cover by inserting a small
screwdriver in the slot and raise the cover.
F

R
emove the flat battery from its housing.
F

I
nsert the new battery with the correct
polarity and clip the cover onto the housing. Do not throw remote control batteries
away as they contain metals which are
harmful to the environment. Take them
to an approved collection point.Reinitialising the remote
control
F Reinitialise the remote control.
For more information on Reinitialising the
remote control
, refer to the corresponding
section.
Following replacement of the battery or in
the event of a
remote control fault, it may be
necessary to reinitialise the remote control.
If the problem persists, contact
a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
Version without Keyless Entry
and Starting
F Switch off the ignition.
F T urn the key to position 2 (Ignition on) .
F

I
mmediately press the closed padlock
button for a
few seconds.
F

S
witch off the ignition and remove the key
from the switch.
The remote control is now fully operational
again.
Version with Keyless Entry and
Starting
F Place the mechanical key (integral with the remote control) in the lock to unlock your
vehicle.
F

P
lace the electronic key against the back-up
reader on the steering column and hold it
there until the ignition is switched on.
F

W
ith a manual gearbox, place the gear
lever in neutral then depress the clutch
pedal fully.
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Access

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Manual closing of the
motorised tailgate in case
of failure
This operation is only necessar y in the case
of failure of the tailgate motor.
If the failure originates from the battery, it is
recommended to recharge it or change it with
the tailgate closed .
In this situation, a significant force may be
needed to close the tailgate.
F

C
lose it gently without slamming, as slowly
as possible, by pushing at the centre of the
tailgate.
Do not lower the tailgate by pushing at one
of its sides – risk of damage!
Precautions in use
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. In wintry conditions
To avoid any operating problems, remove
the snow or wait until the ice melts before
requesting motorised opening of the
tailgate.
When washing
When washing the vehicle in an automatic
car wash, do not forget to lock your vehicle
to avoid the risk of unexpected opening.
Recommendations related
to the "
Hands-Free Tailgate
Access " function
If several kicking movements to operate the
tailgate have no effect, wait a
few seconds
before trying again.
The function automatically deactivates in heavy
rain or following a
build-up of snow.
If it does not work, check that the electronic key
is not exposed to a
source of electromagnetic
pollution (smartphone, etc.).
The function may not work correctly with
a


prosthetic leg. The function may not work correctly if your
vehicle is fitted with a
towing device.
In some circumstances, the tailgate may open
or close by itself, particularly if:
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ou hitch or unhitch a trailer,
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y
ou fit or remove a bicycle carrier,
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y
ou load or unload bicycles from a bicycle
c a r r i e r,
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y
ou place or lift something behind the
vehicle,
-
an
animal approaches the rear bumper,
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y
ou are washing your vehicle,
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y
our vehicle is being serviced,
-
y
ou are accessing the spare wheel
(depending on version).
To avoid such operating problems, keep the
electronic key away from the recognition zone
or deactivate "Hands-Free Tailgate Access".
After installing a towing device, it is
essential to contact a
CITROËN dealer
or a
qualified workshop so that it is taken
into account by the detection system.
Other wise, risk of "Hands-Free Tailgate
Access" function failure.
Back-up release
To manually unlock the boot in the event of
a battery or central locking failure.
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Automatic adjustment
of "Full LED " technology
headlamps
If a fault occurs, this warning lamp
c omes on in the instrument panel,
accompanied by a
message and an
audible signal.
Do not touch the "Full LED" technology
headlamps – risk of electrocution!
This system automatically adjusts the height
of the beams from this type of headlamp,
according to the load in the vehicle, to avoid
causing a
nuisance to other road users.
The system then places the headlamp beams
in the lowest position.
Have the system checked by a
CITROËN
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
-

i

f the "AUTO" and "Main beam" indicator
lamps are on, the system changes to
dipped beam.
To reactivate the function, flash the headlamps
again.
The system may suffer inter ference or not
work correctly:
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nder poor visibility conditions (snow,
heavy rain, etc.),
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i

f the windscreen is dirty, misted or
obscured (by a

sticker, etc.) in front of
the camera,
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i

f the vehicle is facing highly reflective
signs.
When the system detects thick fog, it
temporarily deactivates the function.
The system is not able to detect:
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r

oad users that do not have their own
lighting, such as pedestrians,
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v
ehicles whose lighting is obscured
(for example: vehicles running behind
a

safety barrier on a

motor way),
-

v

ehicles at the top or bottom of
a

steep slope, on winding roads, on
crossroads.
Headlamp adjustment
Manual adjustment of the
halogen headlamps
To avoid causing a nuisance to other road
u sers, the height of the halogen headlamps
should be adjusted according to the load in the
vehicle.
0 Driver only or driver + front passenger.
1 5


people.
4 5
people + loads in the boot.
5 Driver + loads in the boot.
The initial setting is position " 0".
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ASR/DSC
These systems offer increased safety
in normal driving, but they should not
encourage the driver to take extra risks or
drive at high speed.
It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain,
snow, ice) that the risk of loss of grip
increases. It is therefore important for your
safety to keep these systems activated in
all conditions, and particularly in difficult
conditions.
The correct operation of these
systems depends on obser vation of
the manufacturer's recommendations
regarding both the wheels (tyres and
rims), braking and electronic components
and the assembly and repair procedures
used by CITROËN dealers.
The use of snow tyres is recommended,
in order to be able to benefit from the
efficiency of these systems in winter
conditions.
In this case, it is essential to equip the
four wheels with tyres approved for your
vehicle.Trailer stability assist (TSA)
When towing, this system reduces the risk of
the vehicle or trailer swaying.
Operation
The system is activated automatically when the
ignition is switched on.
The electronic stability control (ESC) must not
have any faults.
If the system detects oscillations (snaking) in
the movement of the trailer at speeds between
37 and 99 mph (60 and 160 km/h), it acts
on the brakes to stabilise the trailer and, if
necessary, reduces the engine power to slow
down the vehicle.
The correction is signalled by the
flashing of this warning lamp in the
instrument panel and illumination of
the brake lamps.
For information on the weights and towed
loads, refer to the "Technical data" section or
the registration certificate for your vehicle.
To ensure complete safety while driving with
a
To w b a r d e v i c e , refer to the corresponding
section.
Operating fault
Should a fault occur with the system,
t his warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by
the display of a
message and an
audible signal.
The trailer stability assist system offers
increased safety in normal driving,
provided that the recommendations on
towing a
trailer are obser ved. It should not
encourage the driver to take risks, such
as towing a
trailer in adverse operating
conditions (overloading, failure to obser ve
the trailer nose weight, worn or under-
inflated tyres, faulty braking system, etc.)
or drive at too high a
speed.
In certain cases, snaking of the trailer
may not be detected by the ESC system,
particularly with a


light trailer.
When driving on slippery or poor sur faces,
the system may not be able to prevent
sudden snaking of the trailer.
If you continue to tow a
trailer, reduce your
speed and drive carefully!
Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
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You can deactivate the ASR
and DSC systems by turning
the knob to the "OFF" position.
Recommendations
Your vehicle is designed principally to
drive on tarmac roads but it allows you to
occasionally drive on other less passable
terrain.
However, it does not permit off-road
driving such as:
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c

rossing and driving on terrain which
could damage the underbody or strip
away components (fuel pipe, fuel
cooler, etc.) due to obstacles or stones
in particular,
-

d

riving on terrain with steep gradients
and poor grip,
-

c

rossing a stream.Hill Assist Descent
Control
System that provides assistance when
descending on loose or soft sur faces (gravel,
mud, etc.) or a steep gradient.
This system reduces the risk of slip or loss
of control of the vehicle when descending,
whether going forward or in reverse.
During a
descent, it assists the driver in
maintaining a


constant speed, depending
on the gear engaged, while progressively
releasing the brakes.
For the system to activate, the slope must
be greater than 5%.
The system can be used with the gearbox
in neutral.
Otherwise engage a


gear corresponding
to the speed to prevent the engine stalling.
With an automatic gearbox, the system
can be used with the selector at N , D or R.
When the system is regulating, the Active
Safety Brake system is automatically
deactivated. The system is not available:
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i
f the speed of the vehicle is above
43 mph (70 km/h),
- i f the speed of the vehicle is being
controlled by the Adaptive Cruise
Control, depending on the type of
gearbox.
Operation
Switching on
By default, the system is not selected.
The state of the function is not saved when the
ignition is switched off.
The driver can select the system when
the engine is running, when the vehicle is
stationary or when moving at speeds up to
approximately 31
mph (50 km/h).
The ASR and DSC systems will no longer
act on the engine operation or the brakes
in the event of an involuntary change of
trajectory.
These systems are reactivated
automatically from 31

mph (50

km/h) or
every time the ignition is switched on.
With instrument panels with dialsF

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o select the system, at a speed
below 31
mph (50 km/h), press
this button until its indicator lamp
comes on; up; this indicator lamp
appears in green in the instrument
panel.
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F When the vehicle begins its descent, you can release the accelerator and brake
pedals; the system regulates the speed:
The system becomes active at a
speed below
19 mph (30 km/h).
With digital instrument panel
F
T
o select the system, at a speed
below 31 mph (50 km/h), press
this button until its green indicator
lamp comes on; this indicator lamp
comes on in grey in the instrument
panel.
F
T
he system becomes active at
a speed below 19 mph (30 km/h);
this indicator lamp comes on in
green in the instrument panel.
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i
f the gearbox is in first or second
gear, the speed decreases and the
indicator lamp flashes rapidly,
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i
f the gearbox is in neutral or if
the clutch pedal is depressed, the
speed decreases and the indicator
lamp flashes slowly; in this case,
the maintained descent speed is
l o w e r. On a
descent, with the vehicle stationary, if you
release the accelerator and brake pedals, the
system will release the brakes to set the vehicle
gradually in motion.
The brake lamps light up automatically when
the system is regulating.
If the speed exceeds 19 mph (30 km/h),
regulation is paused automatically, the indicator
lamp goes back to grey in the instrument panel,
but the green indicator lamp in the button
remains on.
Regulation resumes automatically when the
speed falls below 19 mph (30 km/h) again, if the
slope and pedal release conditions are met.
You can depress the accelerator or brake pedal
again at any time.
Switching off
Malfunction
If a fault occurs with the system, a message is
d isplayed in the instrument panel.
F

P

ress this button until its indicator lamp
goes off; the indicator lamp also goes off in
the instrument panel.
Above 43

mph (70

km/h), the system is
automatically deactivated; the indicator lamp in
the button goes off. Have it checked by a
CITROËN dealer or
a


qualified workshop.
Seat belts
Front seat belts
The front seat belts are fitted with a pyrotechnic
p retensioning and force limiting system.
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Safety

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Driving recommendations
F Observe the driving regulations and remain vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
F

M
onitor your environment and keep your
hands on the wheel to be able to react to
anything that may happen any time.
F

D
rive smoothly, anticipate the need for
braking and maintain a
longer safety
distance, especially in bad weather.
F

S
top the vehicle to carry out operations
that require close attention (such as
adjustments).
F

D
uring long trips, take a break every two
hours.
Important!
Never leave the engine running in
a closed space without sufficient
ventilation. Internal combustion engines
emit toxic exhaust gases such as carbon
monoxide. Danger of poisoning and death! In severe wintry conditions (temperature
below -23°C), let the engine run for
4
minutes before moving off, to ensure
the correct operation and durability of the
mechanical components of your vehicle
(engine and gearbox).
Never drive with the parking brake
applied . Risk of overheating and damage
to the braking system!
Never park the vehicle or leave the
engine running on a flammable sur face
(dr y grass, dead leaves, etc.). The
exhaust system of your vehicle is very
hot, even several minutes after the engine
stops. Risk of fire!
Never leave a
vehicle unattended with
the engine running. If you have to leave
your vehicle with the engine running, apply
the parking brake and put the gearbox into
neutral or position N or P (depending on
the type of gearbox). Never leave children inside the vehicle
unsupervised
.
On flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage
to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the
electrical systems of your vehicle.
If you are obliged to drive on a
flooded road:
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c
heck that the depth of water does not
exceed 15
cm, taking account of waves that
might be generated by other users,
F

d
eactivate the Stop & Start function,
F

d
rive as slowly as possible without stalling.
In all cases, do not exceed 6
mph (10 km/h),
F

d
o not stop and do not switch off the engine.
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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 starts,
release the key.
In wintry conditions, the warning lamp
may stay on for a
longer period. When the
engine is hot, the warning lamp does not
come on.
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition. Wait a
few seconds
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 and the
engine. Contact a
CITROËN dealer or
a


qualified workshop.
In mild conditions, do not leave the engine
at idle to warm up but move off straight
away and drive at moderate speed.Switching off the engine
F Stop the vehicle.
F W ith the engine running at idle, turn the key
to position 1 .
F

R
emove the key from the ignition switch.
F

T
o lock the steering column, turn the
steering wheel until it locks.
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.
F

C
heck that the parking brake is correctly
applied, particularly on sloping ground.
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.
When you leave the vehicle, keep the key
with you and lock the vehicle.
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, etc.
For more information on Energy
economy mode , refer to the
corresponding section.
Key left in
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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Indicator lamp
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel and on the control
lever to confirm the application of
the parking brake, accompanied by
display of the message "Parking
brake applied".
It goes off to confirm the release of the parking
brake.
This indicator lamp flashes on the control lever
when manual parking brake application or
release is performed. In the event of a
battery failure, the
electric parking brake no longer works.
As a safety measure with a manual
gearbox, if the parking brake is not
applied, immobilise the vehicle by
engaging a

gear.
As a safety measure with an automatic
gearbox, if the parking brake is not
applied, immobilise the vehicle by placing
the chocks supplied against one of the
wheels.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Before leaving the vehicle, check that the
parking brake is applied: the indicator
lamps in the instrument panel and the
control lever must be on fixed.
If the parking brake is not applied, there
is an audible signal and a
message is
displayed on opening the driver's door. Never leave a
child alone inside the
vehicle as they could release the parking
brake.
Any time that the engine is running, the driver
can take over to apply or release the parking
brake by operating the control lever:
F

b

y briefly pulling
the control lever to apply
the brake,
F

b

y briefly pushing
the control lever, while
pressing the brake pedal, to release it.
Automatic mode is activated by default. When towing, parking on a steep slope
or if your vehicle is heavily laden, turn
the wheels towards the kerb and with
a

manual gearbox, engage a

gear.
When towing, parking on a steep slope,
or if your vehicle is heavily laden, turn the
wheels towards the kerb and select mode
P with an automatic gearbox.
For towing, your vehicle is approved for
parking on slopes of up to 12%.
Manual operation
Manual release
With the ignition on or engine running:
F p ress the brake pedal,
F

w
hile maintaining pressure on the brake
pedal, briefly push the control lever.
The complete release of the parking brake is
confirmed by the brake indicator lamp and the
P indicator lamp in the control lever going off,
accompanied by the display of the message
"Parking brake released".
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With the engine running and the brakes
released, if R, D or M is selected, the
vehicle moves off, even without pressing
the accelerator pedal.
Never press the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time – risk of damage
to the gearbox!
In the event of a
battery failure, you
must place the chocks supplied with the
vehicle tools against one of the wheels to
immobilise the vehicle.
Unlocking the gearbox
- From mode P :
F f ully depress the brake pedal,
F
press the Unlock button,
F

w
hile continuing to press the brake pedal
and the Unlock button, select another
mode.
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F
rom neutral N , at a
speed below 3 mph
(5


km/h):
F

f
ully depress the brake pedal,
F

w
hile continuing to press the brake pedal,
select another mode.
Engaging reverse gear
F Slow down until you come to a stop.
F W ith your foot on the brake pedal, press the
Unlock button.
F

W
hile maintaining the presses, select
mode R .
Manual mode
Switching to the mode:
F
w ith mode D selected in advance,
F

p
ress button M ; the green indicator lamp in
the button comes on.
Exiting the mode:
F

p
ush for wards once to return to D .
or
F

p
ress button M ; the indicator lamp in the
button goes off.
Switching off the ignition
To switch off the ignition, the vehicle must be
stationary.
Changing to free-wheeling
To put the vehicle in free-wheeling mode, with
the engine switched off:
F

w
ith the vehicle stationary and the engine
running, select N ,
F

s
witch off the engine,
F

w
ithin 5 seconds, switch the ignition on
again,
F

w
ith your foot on the brake pedal, push the
selector for ward or back once to confirm N
and manually release the electric parking
brake,
F

s
witch off the ignition.
After this time limit, the gearbox engages mode
P ; it is then necessary to restart the procedure. If you open the driver's door while mode N
is engaged, an audible signal will sound. It
will stop when you close the driver's door
again.
Special aspects of automatic
mode
The gearbox selects the gear that offers
optimum per formance, taking account of the
exterior temperature, the profile of the road, the
load on the vehicle and the style of driving.
For maximum acceleration without touching the
selector, push the accelerator to the floor (kick-
down). The gearbox shifts down automatically
or holds the gear selected until the maximum
engine speed is reached.
The steering mounted controls allow the driver
to temporarily select a
gear, if the road and
engine speed permit.
Special aspects of manual mode
The change from one gear to another takes
place only if the road speed and engine speed
permit.
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Driving