towing Citroen DS5 2013 1.G Owner's Manual

001001002002003003004004 COMFORT ACCESS MONITORINGDRIVING
Instrument panel
31 Indicator and warning lamps
40Gauges and indicators
44Adjustment buttons
46 Setting the date and time
46 Clock
48 Tr i p c o m p u ter
52 Electronic key - remote control
61 Boot
62 Alarm
64 Electric windows
66 Cockpit glass roof
68Fuel tank
69 Misfuel prevention (Diesel)
74 Front seats
79Rear seats
82Mirrors
83Steering wheel adjustment
84Interior fi ttings
88Boot fi ttings
89 Tr i a ngle (stowing)
90 Heating and Ventilation
92 Dual-zone digital air conditioning
96 Rear screen demist - defrost
100 Starting-switching off theengine103 Electric parking brake111Hill start assist112 Manual gearbox113Gear shiftindicator114 Automatic gearbox1186-speed electronic gearboxsystem122Stop & Start125 Lane departure warning system126 Head-up display129Speed limiter131 Cruise control133 Parking sensors135 Reversing camera

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INFORMATION CHILD SAFETY VISIBILITY
138 Lighting controls141Daytime running lamps
142Automatic illumination of headlamps
143 Automatic headlamp dipping
146Headlamp adjustment
147 Directional lighting
149 Wiper controls
151 Automatic rain sensitive
wipers
153Courtesy lamps
154Interior mood lighting
158 Child seats
164ISOFIX child seats
167 Child lock
170 Direction indicators
171 Emergency or assistance call
171 Horn
172 Tyre under-infl ation detection
173 ESP system
176Seat belts
179Airbags
186Te m p o r a ry puncture repair kit
192Changing a wheel
199Changing a bulb
207 Changing a fuse
210 12 V battery
213 Energy economy mode
214Changing a wiper blade
215 Towing the vehicle
216Towing a trailer
218 Fitting roof bars
219 Accessories

21Familiarisation

If this warning lamp comes on in
the instrument panel, automatic application / release is
deactivated. The parking brake must
be applied and released manually.

y
Before leaving the vehicle, check
that the the brake warning lamp and
the P warning lamp in the controllever A
are on fixed (not flashing).
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If towing a trailer or caravan or if theslope might vary (transpor t by boat or lorry, recovery of the vehicle...) make a maximum application of the parking brake - by making a long pull on thecontrol lever A
- to immobilise thevehicle.
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Dependin
g on country of sale.

Driving safely


Electric parking brake


Manual Application/Release
Manual application
of the parking brake is possible by pulling
the control lever A. With the ignition on, manual releaseof theparking brake is possible by pressing the brake pedal
and pulling
then releasing
the control lever A
.

On opening the driver's door with theengine running, if an audible signalis heard, apply the parking brake
manually. Do not leave a child alone in the vehicle with the ignition on; they might release the parking brake.
Automatic Application / Release *

Press the accelerator and release the clutch(manual gearbox), the parking brake is releasedautomatically and progressively as you moveoff. With the vehicle stationary, the parking brakeis applied automatically on switching off the
engine.

Boot fi ttings
1.Rear shelffIt can be removed when carrying large
objects.2.Bag hooks3.Stowing rings4.Warning triangle retaining straps

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Warning triangle (stowing)


Before leaving your vehicle to set up and install the triangle, put on your high visibility vest.To use the trian
gle, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
Use the straps on the interior boot trim to stow
the folded triangle or its storage box.

Placing the triangle in the road
)
Place the triangle at a distance behind
the vehicle, as shown in the table below,
accordin
g to the type of road and the level
of ambient light.
These are the internationally recognisedvalues. Use the triangle in line with local driving regulations.


The triangle is available as anaccessory, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Distance from your vehicle (in metres)
RoadMotorwayDayNight


50 m 80 m 150 m

91Comfort
In order for these systems to be fully effective, follow the operation and maintenance guidelines below: )
To obtain an even air distribution, take care not to obstruct the exterior air intake grilles located at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents and the air outlets, as wellas the air extractor located in the boot.
)
Do not cover the sunshine sensor, located on the dashboard; this is used for regulation of the digital air conditioning system. )
Operate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes, once or twice a monthto keep it in perfect working order. )
Ensure that the passenger compar tment filter is in good condition and have the filter elements replaced regularly (refer to the "Checks" section). We recommend the use of a combined passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its special active additive, it contributes to the purification of the air breathed by theoccupants and the cleanliness of the passenger compartment (reduction of allergic symptoms, bad odours and greasy deposits).)
To ensure correct operation of the air conditioning system, you are also advised to haveit checked regularly as recommended in the ser vicing booklet. )
If the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
You can switch off the air conditioning (AC button) and stay in Automatic mode in order to limit fuel consumption. If misting appears while in this mode, you can switch the air conditioning back on temporarily to improve the situation.
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.












Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning


If after an extended stop in sunshine,
the interior temperature is very high, firstventilate the passenger compar tment for a few moments. Put the air flow control at a setting high enough to quickly change the air in the passenger compartment. The air conditioning system does notcontain chlorine and does not present any danger to the ozone layer.


The condensation created by the air conditioning results in a dischargeof water under the vehicle which is
perfectly normal.



If you want to prioritise heating, star tand leave the engine running bypressing ECO OFF.

103Driving

It is recommended that you do not apply the parking brake in very coldconditions (ice) and during towing (breakdown, caravan...). For this, with the ignition on, deactivate the automatic functions and release theparking brake manually:)Manual gearbox:
engage first gear or reverse. )Electronic gearbox system
: select position Aor R.)
Automatic gearbox:
select position Por R.

The electric parking brake combines
2 operating modes:

-
Automatic Application/Release Application is automatic when the engine stops, release is automatic on use of the accelerator (this mode is activated by
default), -Manual Application/Release Manual application of the parking brake is done by pulling control lever A. Manual release is done by pulling
thenreleasing the control lever, while pressing
the brake pedal .

When the driver's door is opened, there is an
audible signal and a message is displayed if the
brake is not applied.
Programming the automatic
mode
Depending on the country of sale of the vehicle,
the automatic application when the engine is switched off and the automatic release when
you press the accelerator can be deactivated.
You can contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop to have it activated.
In this case, pro
gramming is done via
the configuration menu.








Electric parking brake
If deactivated, the parking brake must
be applied and released manually.
If this warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel, the automatic modeis deactivated.
Never leave the vehicle withoutchecking that the parking brake is on.
This warning lamp comes onfixed.
Label on door panel

With the ignition on or the engine running,
to release the parking brake, pressthe brakepedal , pull
then release control lever A.
The full release of the parking brake
is confirmed b
y:

Manual release



- the braking warning lamp and
the Pwarning lamp in the control lever A going off,

- display of the message "Parking brake off".
I
f you pull the control lever A
without pressing
the brake pedal, the parking brake will not
be released and a message appears in the
instrument panel.
I
f necessary, you can make a maximum application
of the parking brake. It is obtained
by means of a long pull
on control lever A
,
until you see the message "Parking brake
applied fully" and an audible signal is heard.
Maximum application is essential:

- 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 slope
you are parked on may
vary (e.g. on a ferry, on a lorry, duringtowing).


Maximum application


In the case of towing, a loaded vehicle or parking on a gradient, make amaximum application of the parking brake then turn the front wheels towardsthe pavement and engage a gear when you park.
After a maximum application, therelease time will be longer.



Before leaving the vehicle, check thatparking brake warning lamps in the instrument panel and the control lever Aare on fixed, not flashing.
With the vehicle stationary, to apply the parkingbrake whether the engine is running or off, pullcontrol lever A.
Manual application
The application of the parking brake is confirmed by:


- illumination of the brakin
g warning
lamp and of the P warning lamp in
the control lever A,
- display of the message "Parkingbrake on".
When the driver
’s door is opened with the engine running, there is an audible signal and amessage is displayed if the parking brake has not been applied, unless the selector lever is
in position P (Park) in the case of an automatic
gearbox.

When the cruise control is switched on, be careful if you maintain the pressure on one of the programmed speed changing buttons: this may result in a very rapid change in the speed of your vehicle. Do not use the cruise control on slipperyroads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep descent, the cruise control will not be able to prevent the vehiclefrom exceeding the programmed speed. On steep climbs or when towing, the programmed speed may not be reached or maintained.
To a v o i d a ny risk of jamming of the pedals:


- ensure that the mat is positioned correctly,

- never fit one mat on top of another.

Programming
)Turn dial 1
to the "CRUISE"
position: the cruise control mode is selected but is not
switched on (Pause).)Set the programmed speed by acceleratingto the required speed, then press button 2or 3 (e.g.: 70 mph (11 0 k m/h)); the cruisecontrol system is activated (ON).
Exceeding the programmed speed
Intentional or unintentional exceeding of the programmed speed results
in flashing of this speed in the screen.
Return to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or
unintentional deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels theflashing of the speed.
Exiting cruise control mode
)Turn dial 1 to the "0"
position: the cruise control mode is deselected.
It disappears
from the screen.



Operating fault

In the event of a cruise control malfunction,
the speed is cleared resulting in flashing of the
dashes.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
You can then change the programmed speed using buttons
2 and 3
:
- by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = shor t press,
- in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.
If storing speeds is available and activated on your vehicle, theprogrammed speed will stop at the closest stored speed; refer to thecorresponding section.)Stop the cruise control system by pressing button 4: this is confirmed in the screen (Pause). )Switch on the cruise control again with another press on button 4.

This kit is installed in the storage box, under the boot floor.
Complete system consisting of a compressor
and a sealant car tridge which permits
temporary repair of a tyre so that you can rdrive to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.




















Temporary puncture repair kit
Access to the kit







List of tools
All of these tools are specific to your vehicle
and can vary according to equipment. Do not
use them for other purposes.
1. 12 V compressor.

Contains a sealant cartridge for the
temporary repair of a tyre and can also be
used for adjusting tyre pressures. 2.Chocks * to block the wheels of the vehicle.3.Bolt "covers *
" tool.
For removing the wheel bolt protectors (covers) on alloy wheels. 4. Wheel finisher remover.
For removing the wheel finishers on alloywheels.
5. Removable towing eye.
See "Towing the vehicle".
6.Electric parking brake emergency releasecontrol.
See "Electric parking brake" then
"Emergency braking".



*
Dependin
g on country of sale or equipment.