CITROEN C5 2011 User guide

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Your vehicle is fitted with only some of the equipment
described in this document, depending on the trim
level, version and the specifications for the country
in which it is sold.
The fitting of electrical equipment or accessories
which are not recommended by CITROËN may
result in a failure of your vehicle's electronic sys-
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Key
safety warning
We draw your attention to the following...
contributes to the protection of the environment
refer to the page indicated
At the wheel of your new vehicle,
getting to know each system,
each control, each setting,
makes your trips, your journeys
more comfortable and more enjoyable.

CONTENTS
Monochrome screen C 43
16/9 colour screen (MyWay) 45
16/9 high definition colour screen
(NaviDrive 3D) 47
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II - MULTIFUNCTION
SCREENS 43 Î48
Ventilation 49
Mono-zone digital
air conditioning 51
Dual-zone digital
air conditioning 54
Programmable heating 58
Front seats 62
Rear seats 66
Mirrors 67
Steering wheel adjustment 68
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III - COMFORT 49 Î68
Remote control key 69
Alarm 75
Electric windows 77
Doors 79
Boot 81
Sunroof (Saloon) 84
Panoramic sunroof (Tourer) 85
Fuel tank 86
Misfuel prevention (Diesel) 87
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IV - ACCESS 69 Î87
Lighting controls 88
Automatic illumination of headlamps 90
Headlamp adjustment 91
Directional lighting 92
Wiper controls 94
Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers 95
Courtesy lamps 96
Interior mood lighting 98
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V - VISIBILITY 88 Î99
Interior fittings 100
Mats 101
Front armrest 101
Boot fittings 103
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VI - FITTINGS 100 Î106
Instrument panels 26
Trip computer 29
Warning and indicator lamps 32
Adjustment buttons 42
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FAMILIARISATION 4 Î23
I - MONITORING 26 Î42
Child seats 107
ISOFIX child seats 111
Child lock 115
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VII - CHILD SAFETY 107 Î115
ECO-DRIVING 24 Î25

CONTENTS
Direction indicators 116
Hazard warning lamps 116
Horn 116
Emergency or assistance call 116
Tyre under-inflation detection 117
Braking assistance systems 119
Trajectory control systems 120
Seat belts 121
Airbags 124
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VIII - SAFETY 116 Î127
Parking brake 128
Electric parking brake 129
Hill start assist 136
Manual gearbox 137
Gear shift indicator 138
6-speed electronic
gearbox system 139
Stop & Start 143
Automatic gearbox 146
Fixed centred controls steering
wheel 150
Speed limiter 152
Cruise control 154
Lane departure warning system 156
Parking space sensor 157
Parking sensors 159
"Hydractive III +" electronic
suspension 160
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IX - DRIVING 128 Î162
Bonnet 164
Running out of fuel (Diesel) 166
Petrol engines 167
Diesel engines 169
Checking levels 172
Checks 174
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X - CHECKS 163 Î175
Temporary puncture repair kit 176
Changing a wheel 179
Changing a bulb 183
Changing a fuse 193
Battery 198
Energy economy mode 200
Towing the vehicle 201
Towing a trailer 202
Roof bars 203
Very cold protection 204
Cold climate screen 205
Matt paint 206
Accessories 207
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XI - PRACTICAL
INFORMATION 176 Î208
Petrol engines 209
Petrol weights 210
Diesel engines 212
Diesel weights 214
Diesel weights - commercial
versions (Tourer) 218
Dimensions 219
Identification markings 223
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XII - TECHNICAL
DATA 209 Î224
Emergency or assistance 225
NaviDrive 3D 229
MyWay 273
Audio system 305
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XIII - AUDIO and
TELEMATICS 225 Î324
VISUAL
SEARCH 325 Î330
ALPHABETICAL
INDEX 331 Î336

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FAMILIARISATION
EXTERIOR
Stop & Start
This system puts the engine tempo-
rarily into standby during stops in the
traffic (red lights, traffic jams, etc...).
The engine restarts automatically as
soon as you want to move off.
Stop & Start reduces fuel consump-
tion, exhaust emissions and noise
when stationary.
Lane departure warning system
This driving aid warns you when you
unwittingly cross a lane marking.
Parking sensors (visual and
audible)
This system warns you if an obstacle
is detected in front of or behind the
vehicle.
Tyre under-inflation detection
This system checks the pressure
of the tyres automatically while
driving.
Xenon dual-function directional
headlamps
This system automatically provides
you with extra visibility on bends.
This lighting is linked with the cor-
nering lighting which maximises the
illuminated area at intersections and
when parking.
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Panoramic sunroof (Tourer)
This roof provides you with perfect
brightness in the passenger com-
partment.
Sunroof (Saloon)
This also provides you with im-
proved ventilation in the passenger
compartment.
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FAMILIARISATION
A. Unfolding/folding the key.
B. Normal locking of the vehicle (a sin-
gle press) or deadlocking the vehicle
(two presses in succession).
C. Guide-me-home lighting.
D. Unlocking the vehicle.
To open the fuel filler flap, press on the
top left corner, then pull from the edge.
)Press upwards on lever E.
Opening the boot
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ACCESS
Remote control key Fuel tank
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Locking filler cap
)Turn the key a quarter turn to lock or
unlock the filler cap.
When refuelling, place the cap on hook F.
Tank capacity: approximately 71 litres.
The boot automatically locks when the
vehicle is moving at a speed of over
6 mph (10 km/h), even if automatic cen-
tral locking is deactivated. It is unlocked
when a door is opened or when the cen-
tral locking button is pressed (speed
lower than 6 mph (10 km/h)).

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FAMILIARISATION
The bonnet release should only be ope-
rated when the vehicle is stationary.
)Open the left hand front door.
)Pull release lever Ato unlock the
bonnet.
Opening the bonnet
ACCESS
)Lift safety catch B, then raise the
bonnet.
Saloon
Tourer
Spare wheel
The tools are located in a protective
holder inside the spare wheel.
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Access to the spare wheel
To access the spare wheel:
)Lift up the boot floor and fold it in
two (Saloon) or secure it using the
retractable grip (Tourer).
)Attach the hook to the top of the
boot.
)To remove the spare wheel, detach
the strap then push the wheel for-
wards, before lifting it out.
Temporary puncture repair kit
The kit is a complete system comprised
of a compressor and a sealant car-
tridge.
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FAMILIARISATION
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INTERIOR
Electric parking brake
The electric parking brake combines automatic application when the
engine is switched off, and automatic release when the vehicle is set in
motion (automatic function activated by default).
Manual application/release is possible.
Parking space sensor
The "Parking space sensor"
system assists you in finding a
parking space.
Dual-zone digital air conditioning
This air conditioning system provides inde-
pendent adjustment of the comfort levels for
the driver and front passenger.
Audio and communication systems
These systems benefit from the latest techno-
logy: MP3 compatible radio, Bluetooth® system,
NaviDrive 3D, MyWay.
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FAMILIARISATION
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
1. Electric windows/door mirrors/child safety controls.
2. Storing driver’s seat and door mirror settings.
3. Audio/telematic steering mounted controls.
4. Horn.
5. Steering mounted controls:
- Speed limiter
- Cruise control
6. Driver’s airbag.
7. Navigation controls for the audio/telematic and trip
computer systems.
8. Driver’s air vent.
9. Instrument panel.
10. Driver’s air vent.
11. Stop & Start switch.
12. Lighting/Direction indicators/Foglamp/Voice
recognition control stalk.
13. Manual headlamp height adjustment.
14. Steering wheel adjustment.
15. Knee airbag.
16. Locking/unlocking of doors and boot.
17. Checks/Anti-intrusion alarm/Parking space sensor
controls.
18. Ignition switch.
19. Windscreen wiper/screenwash control stalk.
20. Oddments tray or programmable heater controls.
21. USB port.

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FAMILIARISATION
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
1. Sunshine sensor.
2. Soft diffusion air conditioning adjustment wheel.
3. Passenger’s airbag.
4. Side window demist vent.
5. Passenger’s air vents.
6. Bonnet release.
7. Hazard warning lamps switch.
8. Switch in the glove box:
- Passenger’s airbag activation/deactivation
9. Glove box:
- Vehicle document storage
- Audio-video sockets
- Fusebox access flap
10. ESP/Parking Sensors/Lane Departure Warning
System controls.
11. Suspension controls:
- Ground clearance adjustment
- Sport mode
12. Armrest with cup-holder.
13. Electric parking brake.
14. Automatic gearbox SPORT/SNOW mode controls.
15. Ashtray with cigar lighter.
16. Gear lever.
17. Storage.
18. Audio and telematics system.
19. Air conditioning controls.
20. Storage.
21. Multifunction screen.
22. Emergency or assistance call controls.

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FAMILIARISATION
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Audio.
Instrument panel menu. Multifunction screen menu.
Telephone.
Cruise control and speed
limiter.
The "SET +, PAUSE, VOL+, and MUTE"
buttons have touch identification to
make them easier to use.
Activation of voice
recognition or reminder of
navigation guidance.
MODE: selection of the type
of information displayed in
the multifunction screen.
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FAMILIARISATION
SITTING COMFORTABLY
1. Seat cushion height, angle and slide
adjustments.
2. Adjustment of the backrest angle.
3. Adjustment of top of backrest.
4. Adjustment of lumbar support height
and level.
5. Massage function.
6. Heated seat control.
A. Adjustment of the backrest angle.
B. Adjustment of the seat height.
C. Heated seat control.
D. Longitudinal adjustment of seat.
E. Adjustment of the backrest lumbar
support.
Storing settings
This function allows you to programme
and store the driver’s seat and the air
conditioning settings.
The correct position for the upper seat
belt anchorage places the belt across
the middle of the shoulder.
)To adjust the seat belt for height,
compress the control and slide it in
the desired direction.
Seat belt height adjustmentFront seats
Electrical adjustmentsManual adjustments
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FAMILIARISATION
SITTING COMFORTABLY
Electro-chromatic rear view
mirror
) Release the steering wheel by push-
ing control Aforwards.
)Adjust the height and the reach of
the steering wheel, then lock the po-
sition by pulling the lever upwards.
Steering wheel adjustmentElectric door mirrors
1. Selection of door mirror:
A. Left.
B. Right.
C. Fold/Unfold.
2. Adjustment control for mirror se-
lected.
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Automatic day/night model
1. Automatic detection of day/night
mode.
2. Mirror adjustment.
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As a safety precaution, these opera-
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FAMILIARISATION
VISIBILITY
Front wipers
Control stalk positions
2 Fast wipe.
1Normal wipe.
IIntermittent wipe.
0Off.
Lighting
Sidelamps.
Dipped/main beam.
Lighting off.
)Pull the control stalk towards you
to change between dipped and main
beam.
Front and rear foglamps on.
Front foglamps on.
Automatic illumination of head-
lamps.
Rear wiper (Tourer)
) Rotate control Cto the desired position.
Off
Intermittent wipe
Screenwash
Ring A
Ring B
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Screenwash
)Pull the screen wipe control stalk
towards you.
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One press downwards:
- Auto: Automatic rain sensitive wipers
activated.
- Single wipe.
If the ignition has been switched off for
around 1 minute, automatic wiping must
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VENTILATION
Dual-zone digital air conditioning
Rear screen and door mirrors
demisting - defrosting.
Adjustment of temperature
on passenger’s side.
Adjustment of air flow.
Adjustment of temperature
on driver’s side.
Adjustment of air distribution
on passenger’s side.
Passenger’s side
automatic operation.
Front demisting -
defrosting.
Air recirculation - fresh air
intake.
Use of automatic mode is recommended by pressing the "AUTO" button.
Driver’s side automatic
operation.
Adjustment of air distribution
on driver’s side.
Activation/deactivation of
air conditioning.
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FAMILIARISATION
MONITORING
Instrument panel
The hazard warning lamps
can also be used with the
ignition switched off.
A. Fuel gauge and low fuel warning lamp.
B. Cruise control/speed limiter information.
C. Coolant temperature.
D. Speedometer.
E. Instrument panel screen.
F. Mileage recorder.
G. Trip mileage recorder reset button.
H. Rev counter.
I. Engine oil temperature.
J. Automatic gearbox information.
- When the ignition is switched on, the orange and
red warning lamps come on.
- When the engine is running, these warning lamps
should go off.
- If any warning lamps remain on, refer to the
"Monitoring" section.
Hazard warning lamps
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FAMILIARISATION
MONITORING
Tyre under-inflation detection
The tyre under-inflation detection sys-
tem is a driving aid which informs you
of the state of your tyres.
It does not replace either vigilance or
responsibility on the part of the driver.
Economy mode
After switching off the engine, some sys-
tems (radio, wipers, electric windows,
opening roof, electric seats, telephone,
video, interior lighting, motorised tail-
gate, etc.) are supplied electrically for a
maximum of no more than around one
hour, so as to avoid discharging the
battery.
This period may be reduced considerably
if the battery’s state of charge is low.
Once this period is over, a message is
displayed in the instrument panel screen
and the active functions are placed on
standby.
These functions will be automatically
reactivated when the vehicle is restarted.
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PASSENGER SAFETY
Front passenger’s airbag
deactivation Child lockSeat belts and front passenger’s airbag
The seat belt fastened/unfastened sta-
tus for each seat category is indicated
by the illumination or flashing of the
warning lamps for each position:
A. Not fastened/unfastened front and/
or rear seat belts warning lamp.
B.
Front left-hand seat belt warning lamp.
C. Front right-hand seat belt warning
lamp.
D. Rear right-hand seat belt warning
lamp.
E. Rear centre seat belt warning lamp.
F. Rear left-hand seat belt warning
lamp.
G. Front passenger’s airbag deactiva-
tion warning lamp.
H. Front passenger’s airbag activation
warning lamp.
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To use a rear facing child seat in the front
passenger’s seat position, the passenger’s
airbag must first be deactivated.
To do this:
)With the ignition switched off, insert
the key into the switch I.
)Turn the key to the "OFF" position; the
passenger’s airbag is deactivated.
The front passenger’s airbag deactiva-
tion warning lamp Gcomes on when
the ignition is switched on.
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This deactivates the controls in the rear
of the vehicle, both for the rear windows
and for opening the rear doors from the
inside. The electric child safety device is
activated by pressing button J.
The activation of the function is indicated
by a message on the instrument panel
screen and the lamp on button J.
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FAMILIARISATION
Electric parking brake
Never leave a child alone inside
the vehicle with the ignition
on, as they could release the
parking brake.
Hill start assist
Manual operation
The MANUAL application/release of
the parking brake is always possible
by pulling/pushing the control lever B,
keeping your foot on the brake pedal.
Before leaving the ve-
hicle, check that warn-
ing lamp A (!) (red) in
the instrument panel is
on fixed (not flashing) and that warn-
ing lamp P(red) in the control lever B
is on.
If you leave the vehicle with the
engine still running, apply the
parking brake manually.
Do not leave the vehicle while
it is being held in the temporary
immobilisation hill start assist
phase.
To aid starting on a gradient, your vehicle
is equipped with a system which keeps
it immobilised for a short time (about
2 seconds), the approximate time it
takes to move your foot from the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal.
This system is only active when:
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The vehicle is completely stationary,
with your foot on the brake pedal.
- In certain conditions on a gradient.
- With the driver’s door closed.
Before leaving the ve-
hicle, check that warn-
ing lamp A (!) (red) in
the instrument panel is
on fixed (not flashing) and that warn-
ing lamp P(red) in the control lever B
is on.
Automatic operation
The electric parking brake releases
automatically and progressively when
you press the accelerator. With the
vehicle stationary, the parking brake
is automatically applied when the
engine is switched off.
DRIVING
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