Citroen C5 DAG 2007.5 (DC/DE) / 1.G Manual PDF
Manufacturer: CITROEN, Model Year: 2007.5, Model line: C5 DAG, Model: Citroen C5 DAG 2007.5 (DC/DE) / 1.GPages: 231, PDF Size: 8.02 MB
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Operation in SPORT or SNOW automatic mode
Lever at D:
Press on button A to select the SPORT driving mode.
Press on button B to select the SNOW driving mode.
Pressing again on button A or B returns you to NORMAL driving mode.
NORMAL mode is selected by default when the engine is started. This driving mode is suitable for normal driving conditions.
No warning lamp will light up in the instrument panel.
SNOW mode facilitates starting and smooth driving when road adherence conditions are poor.
The instrument panel display lights up.
SPORT mode is for more responsive driving, to provide maximum performance and acceleration.
The instrument panel display lights up.
Remark: The driving mode selected before you switched off the engin e will be retained the next time you start up.
If there is an operating fault, the gearbox is stuck in a gear, do not exceed 100 km/h (approx. 60 mph).
Juddering may be felt when selecting R for reverse gear or when returning to position D.
Consult a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Do not stop your engine if the gear selector lever is in position D or R.
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ABS system
The ABS system enhances your safety by preventing the wheels from locking in the event of sudden braking or in conditions of poor road adherence. It enables you to retain control of the steering.
The functioning capability of all the electrical components essential to the ABS is monitored electronically before and during your journey. The ABS warning lamp lights up when you sw itch on the ignition: it should go out after a few seconds.
If the monitoring warning lamp does not go out, that means that the ABS has disconnected because there is a fault. Also, the fact that the monitoring warning lamp comes on durin g the journey shows that the ABS system is inactive. I n b o t h c a s e s , t h e n o r m a l b r a k i n g s y s t e m r e m a i n s e f fi c i e n t , e x a c t l y a s o n a v e h i c l e w i t h o u t A B S . H o w e v e r , i n o r d e r for the security associated with the correct functioning of the ABS to be restored, the vehicle should be examined as soon as possible by a CITROËN dealer.for the security associated with the correct associated with the
On roads with poor adherence (chippings, snow, ice etc.), it is always imperative to drive with prudence.
System of emergency braking assistance
The emergency braking assistance system allows you, in an emergency, t o achieve the optimum braking pressure more quickly, thereby reducing the stopping distance. It is triggered by the speed of your action on the brake pedal, which reduces its resistance. To prolong this action of the emerg ency braking assistance system, simply keep your foot on the brake pedal.
If the parking brake is released, the lighting of this warning lamp along with the STOP warning l a m p i n d i c a t e s a n i n s u f fi c i e n t l e v e l o f b r a k e fl u i d o r a m a l f u n c t i o n o f t h e b r a k i n g d i s t r i b u t i o n .
It is essential to stop the vehicle.
Consult a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
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The electronic parking brake com-bines 2 operational modes:AUTOMATIC:
Automatic application when the engine is stopped and automatic release on use of the accelerator (automatic operation by default).
MANUAL:The MANUAL application/release of the parking brake is possible permanently by pull-ing/pushing control A.
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ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION OF THE AUTOMATIC FUNC-TIONS
The automatic application when the engine is switched off and the automatic release when you press the accelerator can be deacti-vated. Activation / deactivation is performed using the “Main Menu” of the instrument panel screen. To do so, select “Vehicle param-eters / Comfort / Automatic parking brake”.
The deactivation of these f u n c t i o n s i s c o n fi r m e d b y t h e lighting of this warning lamp on the instrument panel.
With the automatic functions deacti-vated, the application and release of the parking brake are done manu-ally.
MANUAL OPERATION
Manual application / release of the parking brake is always possible.
To start the vehicle
With the ignition on or the engine running, to release the parking brake, press on the brake or accel-erator pedal, push then releasecontrol A.
The application of the parking brake is c o n fi r m e d b y :The lighting of the warning lamp on control A and of the warning lamp on the instru-ment panel.
The display of the message “Parking brake applied” on the instrument panel screen.
When the driver’s door is opened, a beep is heard and a message displayed if the parking brake has not been applied.
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MAXIMUM APPLICATION
If necessary, you can utilise maximum application of the parking brake. It is obtained by means of a long pull on control A, until you see the message “Maximum parking brake application” and a beep is heard.
Maximum application is indispensable:In the case of a vehicle towing a caravan or a trailer, if the automatic functions are activated but you are applying the parking brake manually.
When the gradient you are parked on is variable in its effect (e.g. on a ferry, in a lorry, during towing).Note:In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle or parking on a gradient, turn the front wheels towards the pavement and engage a gear when you park.
After maximum application, the release time will be longer.
PARTICULAR SITUATIONS
In certain situations (starting the engine, etc), the parking brake can automatically alter its force. This is normal opera-tion.
To advance your vehicle a few centimetres without starting the engine, but with the ignition on, press on the brake pedal and release the parking brake by pushing then releasing control A.
T h e f u l l r e l e a s e o f t h e p a r k i n g b r a k e i s c o n fi r m e d b y t h e e x t i n c t i o n o f t h e w a r n i n g l a m p o n c o n t r o l A, and of the warn-ing lamp on the instrument panel, and by the display of the message “Parking brake released” on the instrument panel screen.
If the parking brake malfunctions while applied o r i f t h e b a t t e r y r u n s fl a t , a n e m e r g e n c y r e l e a s e i s a l w a y s p o s s i b l e (see paragraph “Emergency unlocking”).
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Dynamic emergency braking
In the event of a failure of the vehicle’s main braking system or in an excep-tional situation (e.g. driver taken ill, under instruction, etc) a continuous pull on control A will stop the vehicle.
The electronic stability programme (ESP) provides stability during dynami c emergency braking.
If the dynamic emergency braking malfunctions, one of the following mes-sages will be displayed on the instrument panel screen:“Parking brake faulty”.
“Parking brake control faulty”.