2007.5 Citroen C5 Owner's Manual

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Defl ation detection
This function warns you of tyres that are defl ated or punctured.
Automatic detection
Sensors monitor the tyre pressures while driving. In the event of a n anom-aly, a message will appear on the instrument panel screen.
Driver request detection
You can check the tyre pressures at any given moment. To do so, press on button A (CHECK) ; the information will be displayed on the instrument panel screen.
Display of tyres in good condition
Automatic detection:
A message indicates to you which tyre is defl ated.
Driver request detection:
The vehicle outline indicates the defl ated tyre(s).
T Y R E D E F L A T I O N D E T E C T I O N
Tyre defl ation alert
The system indicates to you that the tyres are correctly infl ated.
This information is only available on the request of the driver.
Press on Check
Press on CheckAutomatic detection
The message is accompanied by the SERVICE warning lamp lighting up and a beep.
Check the tyre pressures as soon as possible.

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Wheel not detected
The defl ation detection system is a driving aid, but which does not absolve the driver from the need to be vigilant and responsible.
This system does not dispense with the requirement to check the t yres on a regular basis (see “Vehicle identifi ca-tion”), to make sure that the vehicle is behaving correctly and to avoid premature tyre wear arising from driving too fast etc.
Do not forget to check the pressure in the spare wheel.
Any repair or replacement of a tyre on a wheel that is equipped with a sensor must be carried out by a CITROËN dealer.Any repair or replacement repair or
The system may suffer from temporary interference caused by radio transmissions on neighbouring frequencies.
Automatic detection:
A message indicates to you which tyre is punctured.
Driver request detection:
The vehicle outline indicates the punctured tyre(s).
Puncture
Automatic detection:
A message indicates to you which wheel is not detected.
Driver request detection:
The vehicle outline indicates the wheel(s) which is/are not detected.
Press on CheckAutomatic detection
Press on CheckAutomatic detection
The message is accompanied by the STOP warning lamp lighting up and a beep.
Note:If you have fi tted a wheel/wheels not equipped with tyre defl ation detection (e.g. snow tyres), contact a CITROËN dealer.
The message is accompanied by the SERVICE warning lamp lighting up and a beep.
Contact a CITROËN dealer to have the faulty sensor(s) replaced.

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M A N U A L G E A R B O X
5 speed gearbox
Reverse gear
Do not select reverse gear until the vehicle is completely stationary.
Depress the clutch pedal and wait a few moments before gently engag-ing reverse gear.
6 speed gearbox
Reverse gear
Lift the collar A to engage reverse gear.
Do not select reverse gear until the vehicle is completely stationary.
Depress the clutch pedal and wait a few moments before gently engag-ing reverse gear.

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A U T O M A T I C G E A R B O X
For safety:The gear lever can only be disengaged from position P if you are pressing the brake pedal.
When the driver's door is opened, a beep sounds if the gear lever is not in position P.
Before leaving the vehicle, make absolutely certain that position P is selected.

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The engine can only be started when the lever is at position P or N.
A safety device ensures that starting is impossible in the other positions.
Once the engine has been started, with the gear lever at P, press on the brake pedal then place the lever at:D for automatic mode.
R for reverse gear.M to change to manual mode.
The change from position D (driving in automatic mode) to position M (driv-ing in sequential mode) or vice versa can be made at any time.
The gear selected is displayed on the instrument panel.

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Automatic forward drive (lever at position D)
The gearbox always selects the gear best adapted to the following parameters:Style of driving.
Road profi le.Vehicle load.
In this way the gearbox operates without the need for your i ntervention.
For certain manoeuvres (e.g. overtaking), it is possible to obtain maximum acceleration by pressing hard all the way down on the accelerat or pedal, which may trigger automatic changedown to a lower gear.
Remarks:During braking, the gearbox may kick down automatically in order to offer an effective engine brake.
If you suddenly lift your foot off the accelerator, the gearbox will guard your safety by not changing up again.

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Operation in SPORT or SNOW automatic mode
Lever at D:
Press on button A to select the SPORT driving mode.
Press on button B to select the SNOW driving mode.
Pressing again on button A or B returns you to NORMAL driving mode.
NORMAL mode is selected by default when the engine is started. This driving mode is suitable for normal driving conditions.
No warning lamp will light up in the instrument panel.
SNOW mode facilitates starting and smooth driving when road adherence conditions are poor.
The instrument panel display lights up.
SPORT mode is for more responsive driving, to provide maximum performance and acceleration.
The instrument panel display lights up.
Remark: The driving mode selected before you switched off the engin e will be retained the next time you start up.
If there is an operating fault, the gearbox is stuck in a gear, do not exceed 100 km/h (approx. 60 mph).
Juddering may be felt when selecting R for reverse gear or when returning to position D.
Consult a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.
Do not stop your engine if the gear selector lever is in position D or R.

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G E N E R A L
ABS system
The ABS system enhances your safety by preventing the wheels from locking in the event of sudden braking or in conditions of poor road adherence. It enables you to retain control of the steering.
The functioning capability of all the electrical components essential to the ABS is monitored electronically before and during your journey. The ABS warning lamp lights up when you sw itch on the ignition: it should go out after a few seconds.
If the monitoring warning lamp does not go out, that means that the ABS has disconnected because there is a fault. Also, the fact that the monitoring warning lamp comes on durin g the journey shows that the ABS system is inactive. In both cases, the normal braking system remains effi cient, exactly a s on a vehicle without ABS. However, in order for the security associated with the correct functioning of the ABS to be restored, the vehicle should be examined as soon as possible by a CITROËN dealer.for the security associated with the correct associated with the
On roads with poor adherence (chippings, snow, ice etc.), it is always imperative to drive with prudence.
System of emergency braking assistance
The emergency braking assistance system allows you, in an emergency, t o achieve the optimum braking pressure more quickly, thereby reducing the stopping distance. It is triggered by the speed of your action on the brake pedal, which reduces its resistance. To prolong this action of the emerg ency braking assistance system, simply keep your foot on the brake pedal.
If the parking brake is released, the lighting of this warning lamp along with the STOP warning lamp indicates an insuffi cient level of brake fl uid or a malfunction of the braking distribution.
It is essential to stop the vehicle.
Consult a CITROËN dealer as soon as possible.