Citroen DS5 RHD 2015.5 1.G Manual Online
Manufacturer: CITROEN, Model Year: 2015.5, Model line: DS5 RHD, Model: Citroen DS5 RHD 2015.5 1.GPages: 400, PDF Size: 23.96 MB
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These have one position for use (up) and a 
stowed position (down).
They can also be removed.
To remove a head restraint:
F 
r
 elease the backrest using control 1 ,
F
 
t
 ilt the backrest 2 slightly for wards,
F
 
p
 ull the head restraint upwards to the stop,
F
 
t
 hen, press the lug A .
Rear head restraints
Never drive with the head restraints 
removed; they must be in place and 
correctly adjusted.
F
 R
emove the seat cushion 1 from its fixings 
by pulling upwards.
Removing the seat cushion
Refitting the seat cushion
F Position the seat cushion 1 vertically in its  fixings. 
comfort  
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Mirrors
As a safety measure, the mirrors should 
be adjusted to reduce the blind spot.
door mirrors
If the mirrors are folded using control A, 
they will not unfold when the vehicle is 
unlocked.
The folding and unfolding of the door 
mirrors using the electronic key can be 
deactivated by a CITROËN dealer or a 
qualified workshop.
Fold the mirrors when putting your 
vehicle through an automatic car wash.
The objects observed are, in reality, 
closer than they appear.
Take this into account in order to 
correctly judge the distance of vehicles 
approaching from behind.
demisting - 
def rosting Adjustment
F Turn control A to the right or to the left to 
select the corresponding mirror.
F
 
M
 ove control A in all four directions to 
adjust.
F
 
R
 eturn control A to the central position.
Folding
Automatic: lock the vehicle using the 
electronic k ey.
Unfolding
Automatic: unlock the vehicle using the 
electronic key.Manual: with the ignition on, move 
control A downwards.
Manual: with the ignition on, move 
control A upwards.
Demisting-defrosting of the door 
mirrors operates by switching on 
the heated rear screen.
The rear screen demist - defrost 
can only operate when the engine is 
running. The mirrors can be folded manually if 
necessary.
For more information, refer to the "Rear screen 
and door mirrors demist-defrost" section. 
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Automatic day/night model
By means of a sensor, which measures the 
light from the rear of the vehicle, this system 
automatically and progressively changes 
between the day and night uses. Adjustable mirror providing a central rear ward 
view.
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...
Rear view mirror
In order to ensure optimum visibility 
during your manoeuvres, the mirror 
lightens automatically when reverse 
gear is engaged.
Steering wheel adjustment
F When stationary, pull the control lever to 
release the adjustment mechanism.
F
 
A
 djust the height and reach to suit your 
driving position.
F
 
P
 ush the control lever to lock the 
adjustment mechanism.
As a safety measure, these operations 
should only be carried out with the 
vehicle stationary.
Seeing clearly
For better rear vision, align the bottom of the 
rear view mirror with the bottom of the rear 
screen. 
comfort  
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Front fittings
1. glove box
2. Sto
rage
3.
 Sto
rage (according to version)
4.
 T
icket holder (according to version)
5.
 R
emovable ashtray / 12 V accessor y 
socket (120 W) 
 P
ress the lid to open the ashtray.
 T
o empty the ashtray, remove it by pulling it 
upwards.
6.
  ce
ntre armrest  and storage  
 I
t is illuminated, cooled and contains 
storage spaces (1.5 litre bottle, ...).
7.
 U
SB Player
8.
 1 2
 V accessory socket  (120 W ) 
  O
bserve the maximum power rating to 
avoid damaging your device.
9.
  do
or panel with cup holder 
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F To use the cigarette lighter, press it in and wait a few seconds until it pops out 
automatically.
F
 
T
 o connect a 12 V accessory (max power: 
120 W), remove the cigarette lighter and 
connect a suitable adaptor.
cigarette lighter / 
12
 
 V
 
 accessory socket
The connection of an electrical device 
not approved by CITROËN, such as a 
USB charger, may adversely affect the 
operation of vehicle electrical systems, 
causing faults such as poor telephone 
reception or inter ference with displays 
in the screens.
You can use this socket to connect a telephone 
charger, a bottle warmer...
After use, put the cigarette lighter
 
back into 
place straight away. 
comfort  
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Mats
Fitting
To fit the mat on the driver's side:
F m ove the seat fully back,
F
 
f
 it the mat in place,
F
 
engage the fixings by pressing down on them.
Removal
To remove the mat on the driver's side:
F m ove the seat fully back,
F
 
d
 isengage the fixings, leaving the fixing 
pins in the floor carpet,
F
 
r
 emove the mat.
Refitting
To refit the mat on the driver's side:
F p osition the mat correctly,
F
 
r
 efit the fixings by pressing,
F
 
c
 heck that the mat is secured correctly.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the 
pedals:
-
 
o
 nly use mats which are suited to 
the fixings already present in the 
vehicle; these fixings must be used,
-
 
n
 ever fit one mat on top of another.
The use of mats not approved by 
CITROËN may inter fere with access to 
the pedals and hinder the operation of 
the cruise control / speed limiter. 
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USB Player
This connection box comprises a USB port and 
a Jack auxiliary socket.
Jack auxiliary socket
The Jack auxiliary socket allows the connection 
of a portable device, such as a digital audio 
player, so that your audio files can be heard 
through the vehicle's speakers.
The management of these files is from the 
portable device.
It contains two storage compartments.
centre armrest
Storage compartments
F For access to the large compartment, 
press button 1 then raise the cover.
F
 
F
 or access to the small compartment 
(below the armrest cover) press button 2 
then raise the cover.
The large compartment houses a USB port and 
a Jack auxiliary socket. It also houses an air 
vent (adjustable for flow) that delivers cooled 
a i r. For more information, refer to the 
corresponding part of the "Audio and 
telematics" section.
USB port
The USB port allows the connection of a 
portable device, such as a digital audio player 
of the iPod
® type or a USB memory stick.
The USB player reads your audio files, which 
are transmitted to your audio system and 
played via the vehicle's speakers.
The management of these files is from the 
steering mounted controls or the audio system. When connected to the USB port, the 
portable device charges automatically.
While charging, a message is displayed 
if the power consumption of the 
portable device exceeds the current 
delivered by the vehicle.
The USB port also allows a telephone to be 
connected by MirrorLink™ or CarPlay
®, so that 
certain applications on the telephone can be 
used in the touch screen. 
comfort  
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Ski flap
Opening
F Lower the armrest.
F P ress the flap opening control.
F
 
L
 ower the flap.
F
 
L
 oad the objects from inside the boot.
F
 
L
ower the rear armrest for a more 
comfortable position.
It may be fitted with cup holders and also gives 
access to the ski flap.
Rear armrest
Do not leave the flap open when not 
carrying long objects in the vehicle.
It allows long objects to be carried in the vehicle.
Rear fittings 
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Boot fittings
1. Rear shelf  I
t can be removed when carrying large 
objects.
2.
 Bag
 hooks
3.
 S
towing rings
4.
 W
arning triangle retaining straps 
comfort  
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Warning triangle (stowing)
Use the straps on the interior boot trim to stow 
the folded triangle or its storage box.Placing the triangle on the road
Place the triangle behind the vehicle, as 
required by the legislation in force in your 
c o unt r y.