ABS Citroen C5 RHD 2012 (RD/TD) / 2.G Owner's Manual

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29
MONITORING





TRIP COMPUTER

System which provides current in-
formation concerning your journey
(range, consumption, etc.)



Information displays
Trip zero reset
The trip computer is displayed in the
instrument panel screen.


)
Turn the left-hand thumb wheel A
on the steering wheel to display
the various trip computer tabs in
succession:


- the current information tab is
displayed in zone B
of the in-
strument panel screen, with:


●
the range,

●

the current fuel consumption,


●
the digital speed reading or
the Stop & Start time counter.

- the trip "1"
tab is displayed in
zone C
of the instrument panel
screen, with:


●
the distance travelled,

●

the average fuel consumption,

●
the average speed,
for the fi rst trip.

- the trip "2"
tab is displayed in
zone C
of the instrument panel
screen, with:


●
the distance travelled,

●

the average fuel consumption,


●
the average speed,
for the second trip.




)
When the trip required is dis-
played, press the left-hand thumb
wheel on the steering wheel for
more than two seconds.
Trips "1"
and "2"
are independent
but their use is identical.
For example, trip "1"
can be used for
daily fi gures and trip "2"
for monthly
fi gures.

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MONITORING





Braking


fi xed, associated
with the STOP
warning lamp. The braking system fl uid level
is too low. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fl uid recommended by
CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system
checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.

+

fi xed, associated
with the STOP
and ABS warning
lamp. The electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD) system
has a fault. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a CITROËN or a
qualifi ed workshop.

Warning lamp



is on



Cause



Action/Observations






Anti-lock
Braking
System
(ABS)


fi xed. The anti-lock braking system
has a fault. The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop without delay.




Electric
parking brake


fl ashing. The electric parking brake is
not applied automatically.
The application/release is
faulty. You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park on fl
at level ground, switch off the
ignition and contact a CITROËN dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop.




Electric
parking brake
fault


fi xed. Alone, the electric parking
brake has a fault. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed
workshop without delay.
The parking brake can be released
manually.
For more information on the electric
parking brake, refer to the "Driving"
section.

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76
ACCESS

Reactivation of the interior
volumetric and anti-tilt
monitoring


)
Press the unlocking button on the
remote control to deactivate the
exterior perimeter monitoring.

)
Press the locking button on the
remote control to activate all the
monitoring functions.
The indicator lamp in the button
again fl ashes once per second.



Triggering of the alarm


This is indicated by sounding of the
siren and fl ashing of the direction in-
dicators for thirty seconds.
The monitoring functions remain
active until the alarm has been trig-
gered eleven times in succession.
When the vehicle is unlocked using
the remote control, rapid fl ashing of
the indicator lamp in the button in-
forms you that the alarm was trig-
gered during your absence. When
the ignition is switched on, this fl ash-
ing stops immediately.



Failure of the remote control

To deactivate the monitoring func-
tions:



)
Unlock the vehicle using the key
in the driver's door lock.

)
Open the door; the alarm is trig-
gered.

)
Switch on the ignition; the alarm
stops. The indicator lamp in the
button goes off.




Locking the vehicle without
activating the alarm



)
Lock or deadlock the vehicle us-
ing the key in the driver's door
lock.




Operating fault


When the ignition is switched on,
fi xed illumination of the indicator
lamp in the button indicates a fault
with the system.
Have it checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.



Automatic activation *


2 minutes after the last door or the
boot is closed, the system is activat-
ed automatically.


)
To avoid triggering the alarm on
entering the vehicle, fi rst press
the unlocking button on the re-
mote control.


*
According to country.

VII
112
CHILD SAFETY

*
According to country and current
local legislation.

ADVICE ON CHILD SEATS


Installing a booster seat
The chest part of the seat belt must
be positioned on the child's shoulder
without touching the neck.
Ensure that the lap part of the seat
belt passes correctly over the child's
thighs.
CITROËN recommends the use of a
booster seat which has a back, fi t-
ted with a seat belt guide at shoulder
level.
As a safety precaution, do not leave:


- one or more children alone and
unsupervised in a vehicle,

- a child or an animal in a vehicle
which is exposed to the sun, with
the windows closed,

- the keys within reach of children
inside the vehicle.

To prevent accidental opening of the doors, use the "Child lock".
Take care not to open the rear win-
dows by more than one third.
To protect young children from the
rays of the sun, fi t side blinds on the
rear windows.


The incorrect installation of a child seat
in a vehicle compromises the child's
protection in the event of an accident.
When installing a child seat using the
seat belt, check that the seat belt is
tightened correctly on the child seat
and that it secures the child seat fi rmly
on the seat of your vehicle.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or
the child seat harnesses keeping the
slack
in relation to the child's body to a
minimum, even for short journeys.
For optimum installation of the "for-
wards-facing" child seat, ensure that
the back of the child seat is in contact
with the back of the vehicle's seat and
that the head restraint does not cause
any discomfort.
If the head restraint has to be removed, ensure that it is stored or attached se-
curely to prevent it from being thrown
around the vehicle in the event of sharp
braking.
Children under the age of 10 must not
travel in the "forwards-facing" position
on the front passenger seat, unless
the rear seats are already occupied by
other children, cannot be used or are
absent.
Deactivate the passenger airbag * when a "rearwards-facing" child seat is in-
stalled on the front seat. Otherwise, the
child would risk being seriously injured
or killed if the airbag were to infl ate.

VIII
11 9
SAFETY
















BRAKING ASSISTANCE
SYSTEMS
Group of supplementary systems
which help you to obtain optimum
braking in complete safety in emer-
gency situations:


- anti-lock braking system (ABS),

- electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD),

- emergency braking assistance
(EBA).


Anti-lock braking system
and electronic brake force
distribution
Linked systems which improve the
stability and manoeuvrability of your
vehicle when braking, in particular
on poor or slippery surfaces.

Activation
The anti-lock braking system comes
into operation automatically when
there is a risk of wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may
make itself felt by slight vibration of
the brake pedal.
Operating fault
When braking in an emergency,
press very fi rmly without releasing
the pressure. If this warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an
audible signal and a mes-
sage in the instrument panel
screen, it indicates a fault with the
anti-lock braking system which could result in loss of control of the vehicle
when braking.
If this warning lamp comes
on, together with the STOP

and ABS
warning lamps, ac-
companied by an audible sig-
nal and a message in the instrument
panel screen, it indicates a fault with
the electronic brake force distribution
which could result in loss of control of
the vehicle when braking.

You must stop as soon as it is
safe to do so.

In both cases, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.
When replacing wheels (tyres and
rims), ensure that they conform to
the manufacturer's recommenda-
tions.











Emergency braking assistance

System which, in an emergency,
enables you to obtain the optimum
braking pressure more quickly, thus
reducing the stopping distance.

Activation
It is triggered by the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed.
The effect of this is a reduction in
the resistance of the pedal and an
increase in braking effi ciency.
When braking in an emergency,
press fi rmly without releasing the
pressure.

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201
PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Towing your vehicle



)
On the front bumper, unclip the
cover by pressing at the top.

)
Screw the towing eye in fully.

)
Attach the towing bar.

)
Switch on the hazard warning
lamps on the towed vehicle.

)
Place the gear lever in neutral
(position N
on the automatic gear-
box).


Towing another vehicle



)
On the rear bumper, unclip the
cover by pressing:


- on the right (Saloon),

- at the bottom (Tourer).

)
Screw the towing eye in fully.

)
Attach the towing bar.

)
Switch on the hazard warning
lamps on the towed vehicle. Failure to observe this special con-
dition could result in damage to
certain braking components and
the absence of braking assistance
the next time the engine is started.
In the event of a fault or malfunc-
tion with the electronic gearbox
system, the vehicle may be immo-
bilised with a gear engaged. In this
case the front of the vehicle must
be lifted for towing.
When towing with all four wheels
on the ground, always use a towing
bar.
When towing with only two wheels
on the ground, always use profes-
sional lifting equipment.
When towing with the engine off,
there is no longer any braking or
steering assistance.

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QUESTION





ANSWER





SOLUTION


The stored stations do
not function (no sound,
87.5 Mhz is displayed...). An incorrect waveband is selected. Press RADIO, select Radio Menu then
"Waveband" to return to the waveband on which
the stations are stored.
The quality of reception
of the radio station
listened to gradually
deteriorates or the stored
stations do not function
(no sound, 87.5 Mhz is
displayed...). The vehicle is too far from the transmitter used by the station listened
to or there is no transmitter in the geographical area through which the
vehicle is travelling. Activate the "RDS" function by means of the
short-cut menu to enable the system to check
whether there is a more powerful transmitter in the
geographical area.
The environment (hills, buildings, tunnels, basement car parks...) block
reception, including in RDS mode. This phenomenon is normal and does not indicate
a failure of the audio equipment.
The aerial is absent or has been damaged (for example when going
through a car wash or into an underground car park). Have the aerial checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Sound cut-outs of 1 to
2 seconds in radio mode. During this brief sound cut-out, the RDS searches for any frequency
permitting better reception of the station. Deactivate the "RDS" function by means of the
short-cut menu if the phenomenon is too frequent
and always on the same route.
With the engine off, the
system switches off after
a few minutes of use. When the engine is switched off, the system's operating time depends on
the battery charge.
The switch-off is normal: the system switches to economy mode and
switches off to prevent discharging of the vehicle's battery. Start the vehicle's engine to increase the battery
charge.

302

QUESTION



ANSWER



SOLUTION


The stored stations do
not function (no sound,
87.5 Mhz is displayed...). An incorrect waveband is selected. Press the BAND AST button to return to the
waveband (AM, FM1, FM2, FMAST) on which
the stations are stored.
The quality of reception
of the radio station
listened to gradually
deteriorates or the stored
stations do not function
(no sound, 87.5 Mhz is
displayed...). The vehicle is too far from the transmitter used by the station listened
to or there is no transmitter in the geographical area through which the
vehicle is travelling. Activate the RDS function to enable the system
to check whether there is a more powerful
transmitter in the geographical area.
The environment (hills, buildings, tunnels, basement car parks...)
block reception, including in RDS mode. This phenomenon is normal and does not indicate
a failure of the audio equipment.
The aerial is absent or has been damaged (for example when going
through a car wash or into an underground car park). Have the aerial checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Sound cut-outs of 1 to
2 seconds in radio mode. During this brief sound cut-out, the RDS searches for any frequency
permitting better reception of the station. Deactivate the RDS function if the phenomenon is
too frequent and always on the same route.
With the engine off,
the audio equipment
switches off after a few
minutes of use. When the engine is switched off, the audio equipment operating time
depends on the battery charge.
The switch-off is normal: the audio equipment switches to economy mode
and switches off to prevent discharging of the vehicle's battery. Start the vehicle's engine to increase the battery
charge.

324


QUESTION



ANSWER



SOLUTION


The stored stations do
not function (no sound,
87.5 Mhz is displayed...). An incorrect waveband is selected. Press the BAND AST button to return to the
waveband (AM, FM1, FM2, FMAST) on which
the stations are stored.
The traffi c announcement
(TA) is displayed. I do
not receive any traffi c
information. The radio station is not part of the regional traffi c information network. Tune to a radio station which broadcasts traffi c
information.
The quality of reception
of the radio station
listened to gradually
deteriorates or the stored
stations do not function
(no sound, 87.5 Mhz is
displayed...). The vehicle is too far from the transmitter used by the station listened
to or there is no transmitter in the geographical area through which the
vehicle is travelling. Activate the RDS function to enable the system
to check whether there is a more powerful
transmitter in the geographical area.
The environment (hills, buildings, tunnels, basement car parks...) block
reception, including in RDS mode. This phenomenon is normal and does not indicate
a failure of the audio equipment.
The aerial is absent or has been damaged (for example when going
through a car wash or into an underground car park). Have the aerial checked by a CITROËN dealer.
Sound cut-outs of 1 to
2 seconds in radio mode. During this brief sound cut-out, the RDS searches for any frequency
permitting better reception of the station. Deactivate the RDS function if the phenomenon is
too frequent and always on the same route.
With the engine off,
the audio equipment
switches off after a few
minutes of use. When the engine is switched off, the audio equipment operating time
depends on the battery charge.
The switch-off is normal: the audio equipment switches to economy mode
and switches off to prevent discharging of the vehicle's battery. Start the vehicle's engine to increase the battery
charge.
The message "the audio
system is overheated"
appears on the display. In order to protect the installation if the surrounding temperature is too
high, the audio equipment switches to an automatic thermal protection
mode leading to a reduction of the volume or stopping of the playing of
the CD. Switch the audio system off for a few minutes
to allow the system to cool.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A ABS and EBFD systems ....... 119
Accessories ........................... 207
Accessory socket, 12 volt ...... 102
Adjusting headlamps ............... 91
Adjusting head restraints .... 62, 65
Adjusting seat belt height ...... 122
Adjusting the steering wheel ..... 68
Airbags, curtain ............. 126, 127
Airbags, front ......................... 127
Airbags, lateral .............. 126, 127
Air conditioning ...... 24, 50, 51, 54
Air conditioning, digital ............ 54
Air conditioning, mono-zone .... 51
Air diffuser ............................... 49

Air distribution adjustment ..... 52, 55
Air fi lter .................................. 174
Air fl ow ................................ 2, 24
Air fl ow adjustment ............ 52, 56
Air intake ................................. 51
Air recirculation ................. 51, 54
Air vents ............................ 49, 50
Alarm ....................................... 75
Alert/warning log ..................... 31
Alloy wheels .......................... 206
Anti-lock braking system
(ABS) ................................... 119
Anti-pinch .................... 77, 84, 85
Anti-theft .................................. 71
Armrest, front ........................ 101
Armrest, rear ......................... 102
Assistance call ...... 116, 226, 227
Audible warning ..................... 116
Audio/video sockets .............. 256
Audio streaming (Bluetooth) ..... 316
Audio system .................. 305-324
Automatic illumination of
headlamps ....................... 88, 90
Automatic operation of hazard
warning lamps ..................... 116A Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers ........... 94, 95
Auxiliary sockets ... 256, 292, 314
B Battery ........................... 174, 198
Battery, charging ................... 199
Battery, remote control ...... 73, 74
Battery compartment
fuse box ............................... 193
Blind for panoramic sunroof .... 85
Blinds .................................... 102
Bluetooth
(hands-free) ......... 257, 293, 315
Bluetooth
(telephone) .......... 257, 293, 315
Bonnet ................................... 164
Bonnet stay ........................... 164
Boot ................................... 81, 82
Boot (fi ttings) ................. 103, 104
Brake discs ............................ 175
Brake lamps .................. 187, 189
Brake pads ............................ 175
Brakes ................................... 175
Braking assistance system .... 119
C Capacity, fuel tank ................... 86
CD MP3 ......... 253, 290, 291, 311
Central locking .................. 70, 79
Changing
a bulb ........................... 183-192
Changing a fuse ............. 193-197
Changing a wheel .......... 179-182
Changing a wiper blade .......... 96

Changing the date ........ 261, 295, 317
Changing the remote control
battery ................................... 73
Changing
the time ............... 261, 295, 317
CHECK .................................... 31
Checking levels ............. 172, 173C Checking the engine oil level ...... 40
Checks ........................... 164-175
Children .... 78, 108-115, 123, 125
Child seats ........................... 107

Child seats, conventional .....109, 110 CITROËN call button ............. 227
CITROËN services ...... 116, 126, 227
Closing the boot ...................... 70
Closing the doors .............. 70, 79
Cold climate screen ............... 205
Connectors,
audio ........... 259, 292, 312, 314
Control for panoramic sunroof
blind ....................................... 85
Coolant level ................... 41, 172
Coolant
temperature indicator ............ 41
Courtesy lamps ....................... 96
Cruise control ........................ 154
Cup holder ..................... 101, 102
D Date (display) ........ 261, 295, 317
Daytime running lamps ..... 90, 183
Deactivating the passenger
airbag .................................. 125
Defrosting .......................... 52, 57
Demisting .......................... 52, 57
Demisting the rear screen .... 53, 57
Diesel additive level .............. 173
Dimensions ........................... 219
Dipped beam ................... 88, 183
Dipstick ............................ 40, 172
Directional lighting ............. 92, 93
Direction
indicators ............. 116, 183, 189
Doors ....................................... 79
Doors emergency control ........ 80
Driving economically ........... 2, 24
Driving positions
(storing) ................................. 65