Citroen C5 (2017 year). Manual — part 2

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* Only with the Audio system

.

The instrument screen A is located in the
centre of the instrument panel.
-

With the vehicle stationary, you can access
the main menu of the screen by quickly
pressing on the left-hand thumb wheel B
on the steering wheel.

- Whilst driving, the message "Action

impossible while driving" is displayed in
the instrument panel if you try to open the
main menu.

"Vehicle parameters" menu*

This allows you to access the settings for
certain functions, grouped by category:
- Access to the vehicle.
- Lighting.
- Driving assistance.

"Choice of language" menu

This allows you to choose the display and voice
recognition language.

Main menu

The main menu allows you to programme
certain vehicle functions* and the instrument
panel screen:

"Choice of units" menu

This allows you to choose metric or imperial
units.

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Driving assistance

With this menu selected, you can:
F activate or deactivate the operation of the

rear wiper in reverse gear.

For more information on the
Wiper control stalk, refer to the
corresponding section.

** Depending on the country of sale.

Access to the vehicle

With this menu selected, you can:
F

activate or deactivate the driver welcome

function.

For more information on Ease of use and
comfort

, refer to the corresponding section.

F

select the unlocking of all doors or just the

driver's door.

For more information on Access, refer to the
corresponding section.
F

activate or deactivate the automatic

operation of the electric parking brake**.

For more information on Driving, refer to the
corresponding section.

Lighting

With this menu selected, you can:
F activate or deactivate the operation of the

daytime running lamps**.

F

activate or deactivate the guide-me-home

lighting and set its period of operation.

F activate or deactivate the directional

headlamps.

For more information on the Lighting
control stalk

(in particular on the

daytime running lamps and automatic
guide-me-home lighting) or the
Directional lighting, refer to the
corresponding section.

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System that gives you information on the current journey (range, fuel consumption…).

In the instrument panel screen

Information displays

F

Turn the left-hand thumb wheel A on the

steering wheel to display the various trip
computer tabs in succession:

Trip computer

- The current information tab is displayed in

zone B

of the instrument 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 first 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.

Trip reset

F

When the trip required is displayed, 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
figures and trip "2" for monthly figures.

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In the touch screen tablet

Information display

F Press the MENU

button.

- The current information tab with:

● the range,
● the current fuel consumption,
● the Stop & Start time counter.

-

The trip "1"

tab with:

● the average fuel consumption,
● the distance travelled,
● the average speed,
for the first trip.

-

The trip "2"

tab with:

● the average fuel consumption,
● the distance travelled,
● the average speed,
for the second trip.

Trip reset

F When the desired trip is displayed, press

the reset button.

F Select "Driving" to display the

various tabs.

F

Select the desired tab using your finger.

For example, trip "1" can be used for daily
figures, and trip "2" for monthly figures.

Trips "1" and "2" are independent but their use
is identical.

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A few definitions…

Range

(miles or km)
The distance which can still be
travelled with the fuel remaining
in the tank (at the average fuel
consumption seen over the last
few miles (kilometres) travelled).

Current fuel
consumption

(mpg or l/100 km or km/l)
Calculated over the last few seconds.

Average fuel consumption

(mpg or l/100 km or km/l)
Calculated since the last trip
computer reset.

Distance travelled

(miles or km)
Calculated since the last trip
computer reset.

When the range falls below 20 miles (30 km),
dashes are displayed.
After filling with at least 5 litres of fuel, the
range is recalculated and is displayed if it
exceeds 60 miles (100 km).

Stop & Start time
counter

(minutes / seconds or hours /
minutes)
If your vehicle is fitted with
Stop & Start, a time counter
calculates the time spent in
STOP mode during a journey.
It resets to zero every time the
ignition is switched on with
the key.

This function is only displayed from
20 mph (30 km/h).

This value may vary following a change
in the style of driving or the relief,
resulting in a significant change in the
current fuel consumption.

If dashes are displayed continuously
while driving in place of the digits,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Average speed

(mph or km/h)
Calculated since the last trip
computer reset.

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Return to the main
instrument panel screen
display

Successive rotations of the left-hand thumb
wheel on the steering wheel allow you to return
to the main instrument panel screen display
(vehicle speed), via the navigation information
screen, then the screen displaying only the
total mileage and the trip mileage (bottom of
screen).

You can display navigation information in
the instrument panel screen by rotating the
left-hand thumb wheel on the steering wheel.

This function allows you to check certain
indicators and display the log of alerts.
F Press on button A

.

The following information appears in turn in the
instrument panel screen:
- Repeat of the service indicator.
- Repeat of the range indicator for the

AdBlue

®

and the SCR system for BlueHDi

Diesel versions.

- Repeat of the engine oil level indicator.
- Any alert messages.

Check function

Display of navigation
information in the
instrument panel screen

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Engine oil temperature
gauge

Under normal operating conditions, the bars
should be within section 1

.

In severe operating conditions, the bars may
extend into section 2.
In this event, slow down, and if necessary,
stop the engine and check the levels (see the
corresponding section).

Coolant temperature
gauge

Under normal operating conditions, the bars
should be within section 1

.

In severe operating conditions, the bars may
extend into section 2, the engine coolant
temperature warning lamp A and the STOP
warning lamp come on in the instrument panel.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so

. Switch off

the ignition. The cooling fan may continue to
operate for a certain time

.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
If the SERVICE

warning lamp comes on, check

the levels (see the corresponding section).

On horizontal ground, illumination of the fuel
low warning lamp indicates that you are at the
reserve level.
An alert message is displayed in the instrument
panel.

Fuel gauge

Indicators

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More than 1 700 miles (3 000 km)
remain before the next service
is due

When the ignition is switched on, no service
information appears in the instrument panel
screen.

Between 600 miles (1 000 km) and 1 800 miles
(3 000 km) remain before the next service is due

For a few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the spanner symbolising the service
operations comes on and a message is
displayed in the instrument panel indicating
the distance or time remaining before the next
service is due.
Example:

1 900 miles (2 800 km) remain

before the next service is due.
When the ignition is switched on, the
instrument panel screen temporarily indicates:

Less than 600 miles (1 000 km)
remain before the next service is due

For a few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the spanner symbolising the service
operations flashes and a message is displayed
in the instrument panel indicating the distance or
time remaining before the next service is due.
Example:

500 miles (900 km) remain before the

next service is due.
When the ignition is switched on, the instrument
panel screen indicates for a few seconds:

After the message disappears, the spanner
remains on

alongside the mileage recorder as

a reminder that a service must be carried out
soon.

Service indicator

System which informs the driver when the
next service is due, in accordance with the
manufacturer's service schedule.
The point at which the service is due is
calculated from the last service indicator reset
to zero, according to the mileage covered and
the time elapsed since the last service.

A few seconds after the ignition is switched on,
the spanner goes off

.

For BlueHDi Diesel versions, depending
on the country of sale, the degree of
deterioration of the engine oil may also
be taken into account.

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Service indicator
zero reset

Service overdue

For a few seconds after the ignition is switched
on, the spanner flashes to indicate that
the service must be carried out as soon as
possible.
Example:

the service is overdue by 300 miles.

When the ignition is switched on, the
instrument panel screen indicates:

The spanner remains on

alongside the

mileage recorder to indicate that a service is
overdue.

For BlueHDi Diesel versions, the
spanner may also come on early,
according to the level of deterioration
of the engine oil, which depends on the
driving conditions in which the vehicle
is used.

After each service, the service indicator must
be reset to zero.
If you have carried out the service yourself:
F

switch off the ignition,

F press and hold the trip distance recorder

zero reset button,

F

switch on the ignition; the distance recorder

display begins a countdown,

F when the display indicates "=0", release

the button; the spanner disappears.

Following this operation, if you wish to
disconnect the battery, lock the vehicle and
wait at least five minutes for the zero reset to
be taken into account.

For BlueHDi Diesel versions, the
Service

warning lamp also comes on

when the ignition is switched on.

The spanner may come on if you have
exceeded the period since the last service,
as indicated in the manufacturer's service
schedule.

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Engine oil level indicator

The engine oil level is displayed in the
instrument panel screen for a few seconds
when the ignition is switched on, after the
servicing information.

Oil level correct

This is indicated by the display of the message
"Oil level incorrect" in the instrument panel
screen, accompanied by the service warning
lamp and an audible signal.

Oil level indicator fault

In the event of a fault with the electric
indicator, the oil level is no longer
monitored.
If the system is faulty, you must check
the engine oil level using the manual
dipstick located under the bonnet.
For more information on Checking
levels

, refer to the corresponding

section.

Oil level incorrect

This is signalled by the display of the message
"Oil level measurement invalid" in the
instrument panel screen.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

If the low oil level is confirmed by a
check using the dipstick, the level must
be topped-up to avoid damage to the
engine.
For more information on Checking
levels

, refer to the corresponding

section.

The level read will only be correct if
the vehicle is on level ground and the
engine has been off for more than
30 minutes.

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Distance recorders

Lighting dimmer

F Press button A

to decrease the brightness

of the instruments and controls.

F Press button B

to increase the brightness

of the instruments and controls.

Deactivation

When the lighting is off, or in day mode on
vehicles fitted with daytime running lamps,
pressing the buttons does not have any effect.

Total distance recorder

When travelling abroad, you may
have to change the units of distance:
the display of road speed must be in
the official units (miles or km) for the
country.
The change of units is done via the
screen configuration menu, with the
vehicle stationary.

The total and trip distances are displayed for
thirty seconds when the ignition is switched off,
when the driver's door is opened and when the
vehicle is locked or unlocked.

System for manual adjustment of the
brightness of the instruments and controls in
relation to the exterior brightness.

Trip distance recorder

It measures the total distance travelled by the
vehicle since its first registration.

Operation

It measures the distance travelled since it was
reset by the driver.
Resetting the trip recorder
F

With the ignition on, press the button until

zeros appear.

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Warning and indicator lamps

Visual indicators which inform the driver of the occurrence of a malfunction or fault (warning lamp)
or of the operation of a system (operation or deactivation indicator lamp).

When the ignition is switched on
Certain warning lamps come on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched on.
When the engine is started, these warning
lamps should go off.
If they remain on, before moving off, refer to the
information for the warning lamp concerned.

Associated warnings
The illumination, fixed or flashing, of certain
warning lamps may be accompanied by an
audible signal and a message in the screen.

Warning lamps

When the engine is running or the vehicle is
being driven, the illumination of one of the
following warning lamps indicates a malfunction
or fault which requires action on the part of
the driver.
The illumination of a warning lamp is always
accompanied by the display of an additional
message, to assist you in identifying the fault.
If you encounter any problems, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Warning/indicator lamp

is on

Cause

Action / Observations

STOP

fixed, associated with
another warning lamp.

The illumination of this warning lamp
is associated with a serious fault with
the braking system, power steering,
automatic gearbox, engine oil
pressure, engine coolant temperature
or a major electrical fault.

Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.

Service

temporarily,
accompanied by a
message.

One or more minor faults for which
there is no specific warning lamp
have been detected.

Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed in the screen.
You can deal with some problems yourself, such as a
door open or the start of saturation of the particle filter
(as soon as the traffic conditions allow, regenerate
the filter by driving at a speed of at least 40 mph
(60 km/h), until the warning lamp goes off).
For any other problems, such as a fault with the tyre
under inflation detection system, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.

fixed, accompanied by
a message.

One or more major faults for which
there is no specific warning lamp
have been detected.

Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed in the screen; you must then contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

fixed, associated with the
flashing and then fixed
display of the service
indicator spanner.

The servicing interval has been
exceeded.

Only on BlueHDi Diesel versions.
Your vehicle must be serviced as soon as possible.

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Braking

fixed, associated with
the STOP warning
lamp.

The braking system fluid level is too
low.

You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid recommended by CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

+

fixed, associated with
the STOP and ABS
warning lamps.

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 dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Warning/indicator lamp

is on

Cause

Action / Observations

Anti-lock
Braking System
(ABS)

fixed.

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 qualified workshop without
delay.

Electric parking
brake

flashing.

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 flat level ground, engage a gear (or place the
lever in position P

for an automatic gearbox), switch

off the ignition and contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Electric parking
brake fault

fixed.

The electric parking brake has a fault. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop

without delay.
For more information on the Electric parking brake,
refer to the corresponding section.

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Dynamic
stability control
(DSC/ASR)

flashing.

The DSC/ASR regulation is
operating.

The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle in the event of loss of
grip or trajectory.

fixed.

The DSC/ASR system has a fault.

Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Warning/indicator lamp

is on

Cause

Action / Observations

Brake pad wear

fixed, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message in the
display screen.

The brake pads are at an advanced
state of wear.

Have the brake pads replaced by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.

Deactivation of
the automatic
functions of the
electric parking
brake

fixed.

The "automatic application" (on
switching off the engine) and
"automatic release" functions are
deactivated or faulty.

Activate the function (depending on the country of
sale) via the vehicle parameters menu or contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop if automatic
application / release is no longer possible.
For more information on the Electric parking brake,
refer to the corresponding section.

Under-inflation

fixed.

The pressure in one or more wheels
is too low.

Check the pressure of the tyres as soon as possible.
This check should preferably be carried out when the
tyres are cold.

+

flashing then fixed,
accompanied by the
Service warning lamp.

The tyre pressure monitoring system
has a fault or no sensor is detected
on one of the wheels.

Under-inflation detection is not assured.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

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Warning/indicator lamp

is on

Cause

Action / Observations

Maximum
coolant
temperature

fixed.

The temperature of the cooling
system is too high.

Stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait until the engine has cooled down before topping-
up the level, if necessary.
If the problem persists, contact a CITROËN dealer or
qualified workshop.

Battery charge*

fixed.

The battery charging circuit has a
fault (dirty or loose terminals, slack or
cut alternator belt, ...).

The warning lamp should go off when the engine is
started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

+

Seat belt not
fastened /
unfastened

fixed.

The driver and/or the front/ rear
passenger has not fastened or has
unfastened their seat belt.

Pull the strap then insert the tongue in the buckle.

Seat belts
not fastened /
unfastened

fixed, associated
with the seat belt not
fastened / unfastened
warning lampl.

The illuminated dots represent the not fastened /
unfastened passengers.
They come on:
- fixed for 30 about seconds on starting the vehicle,
- fixed from 0 to 12 mph (0 to 20 km/h) when

driving,

- flashing above 12 mph (20 km/h), accompanied by

an audible signal for about 120 seconds.

* Depending on the country of sale.