2008.5 Citroen C5 maintenance
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C H E C K S
CHECKING LEVELS
Check all of these levels regularly
and top them up if necessary, unless
otherwise indicated.
I f a l e v e l d r o p s s i g n i fi c a n t l y , h a v e t h e
corresponding system checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Oil level Oil change
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for details of the in-
terval for this operation.
O i l s p e c i fi c a t i o n
The oil must correspond to your en-
gine and conform to the manufactur-
er’s recommendations. Brake fluid level
Fluid change
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for details of the in-
terval for this operation.
T h i s fl u i d m u s t b e c h a n g e d r e g u l a r l y .
F l u i d w h i c h h a s b e e n u s e d e x c e s -
sively may cause a loss of braking
e f fi c i e n c y .
F l u i d s p e c i fi c a t i o n
T h e b r a k e fl u i d m u s t c o n f o r m t o t h e
manufacturer’s recommendations
a n d f u l fi l t h e D O T 4 s t a n d a r d s .
The reading will only be
correct if the vehicle is on
level ground and the engine
has been off for more than
15 minutes.
The check is carried out either when
the ignition is switched on using the
oil level indicator on the instrument
panel, or using the dipstick.
Between two oil changes, the con-
s u m p t i o n s h o u l d n o t e x c e e d 0 . 5 l i t r e
per 600 miles (1,000 km).
Check this level also between each
scheduled service and before long
journeys. T h e b r a k e fl u i d l e v e l s h o u l d
be close to the "MAX" mark.
If it is not, check the brake
pad wear.
In order to maintain the re-
liability of the engine and
emission control system,
the use of additives in the engine
oil is prohibited. Power steering fluid or power
steering and suspension
fluid level
T h i s fl u i d m u s t b e t o p p e d u p
by a CITROËN dealer.
Dipstick
There are 2 marks on the
dipstick:
-
A = m a x ; n e v e r e x -
ceed this level,
- B = min; top up the
l e v e l v i a t h e o i l fi l l e r
cap, using the type of
oil suited to your en-
gine.
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C H E C K S
CHECKS
Unless otherwise indicated, check
these components in accordance
with the Maintenance and Warranty
Guide and according to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Battery The battery does not re-
quire any maintenance.
However, check that the
terminals are clean and
correctly tightened, par-
ticularly in summer and
winter.
When carrying out work on the bat-
tery, refer to the "Practical information" section for details of the precautions
to be taken before disconnecting the
battery and following its reconnection.
Air filter and passenger compartment filter
Refer to the Maintenance
and Warranty Guide for
details of the replacement
intervals for these compo-
nents.
Depending on the environment (e.g.
dusty atmosphere) and the use of
the vehicle (e.g. city driving), replace
them twice as often if necessary
(refer to the "Engines" paragraph).
A c l o g g e d c a b i n fi l t e r m a y h a v e a n
adverse effect on the performance
of the air conditioning system and
generate undesirable odours.
Oil filter
R e p l a c e t h e o i l fi l t e r e a c h
time the engine oil is
changed. Particle filter system (Diesel)
Complementary to the catalytic
c o n v e r t e r , t h i s fi l t e r m a k e s a n a c -
tive contribution to the preservation
of air quality by the retaining of the
unburnt pollutant particles. Black
e x h a u s t f u m e s a r e t h u s n o l o n g e r
emitted.
After prolonged idling or driving at very
low speeds, you may occasionally
notice water vapour being emitted from
t h e e x h a u s t w h e n a c c e l e r a t i n g . T h i s i s
of no consequence to the running of
the vehicle or to the environment.
If there is risk of clogging, a mes-
sage appears on the instrument
panel display, accompanied by an
audible signal and lighting of the
service warning lamp.
This alert tells you that the particle
fi l t e r i s s t a r t i n g t o fi l l u p ( i n c o n d i t i o n s
o f u r b a n d r i v i n g o f e x c e p t i o n a l l y l o n g
d u r a t i o n : l o w s p e e d s , t r a f fi c j a m s
etc.)
T o r e g e n e r a t e t h e fi l t e r , i t i s a d v i s e d
to drive as soon as possible, when
t r a f fi c c o n d i t i o n s p e r m i t , a t a s p e e d
of 40 mph (around 60 km/h) or
m o r e f o r a t l e a s t fi v e m i n u t e s ( u n t i l
the alert message disappears).
If this alert persists, consult a
CITROËN dealer.
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for details of the
replacement interval for this compo-
nent.
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C H E C K S
Brake pads Brake wear depends on
the style of driving, par-
ticularly in the case of ve-
hicles used in town, over
short distances. It may be
necessary to have the condition of
the brakes checked, even between
vehicle services.
Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a
d r o p i n t h e b r a k e fl u i d l e v e l i n d i c a t e s
that the brake pads are worn.
Manual gearbox
T h e g e a r b o x d o e s n o t r e -
quire any maintenance (no
oil change).
Automatic gearbox T h e g e a r b o x d o e s n o t r e -
quire any maintenance (no
oil change). Brake disc wear
For information relating to
checking the brake disc
wear, contact a CITROËN
dealer.
Parking brake If the parking brake travel is
too long or if a loss of effec-
tiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake
must be adjusted, even be-
tween two services.
This system must be checked by a
CITROËN dealer. Only use products recom-
mended by CITROËN or
products of equivalent
q u a l i t y a n d s p e c i fi c a t i o n s .
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, CITROËN selects and of-
f e r s v e r y s p e c i fi c p r o d u c t s .
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment
is strictly prohibited .
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for the details of the
level checking interval for this com-
ponent.
Refer to the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide for details of the
level checking interval for this com-
ponent.
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N
CHANGING A BULB
Procedure for replacing a faulty bulb
with a new bulb without the use of
any tools.
Headlamps
Model with Xenon headlamps
(D1S)
1. Sidelamps: W 5 W
2. Dual-function Xenon
headlamps (dipped/main): D1S
3. Angular lighting: HP19
4. Daytime-running lamps: HP24 Sidelamps
Lift up the pegs A to remove the
cover on the headlamp.
Remove the protective cap B .
Pull the bulb holder to remove it.
R e p l a c e t h e b u l b a n d r e fi t t h e
bulb holder.
For the maintenance of the front
headlamp unit and the changing of
HP19, D1S and HP24 bulbs, contact
a CITROËN dealer.
Risk of electrocution
Xenon bulbs must be re-
placed by a CITROËN
dealer.
You are advised to change both
D1S bulbs at the same time, if one
of them has failed.
R e fi t t h e p r o t e c t i v e c a p B .
R e fi t t h e c o v e r a n d fi x i t i n p l a c e
using the pegs A .
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N Main beams Sidelamps
Lift up the pegs A to remove the
cover on the headlamp.
Remove the protective cap B .
Disengage the retaining spring.
Remove the bulb and replace it,
paying attention to the direction
o f fi t t i n g .
R e fi t t h e r e t a i n i n g s p r i n g .
R e fi t t h e p r o t e c t i v e c a p B .
R e fi t t h e c o v e r a n d fi x i t i n p l a c e
using the pegs A .
Lift up the pegs A to remove the
cover on the headlamp.
Remove the protective cap B .
Pull the bulb holder to remove it.
R e p l a c e t h e b u l b a n d r e fi t t h e
bulb holder.
R e fi t t h e p r o t e c t i v e c a p B .
R e fi t t h e c o v e r a n d fi x i t i n p l a c e
using the pegs A .
Model with halogen headlamps
1. Main beams: H1
2. Sidelamps: W 5 W
3. Dipped beams: H7
4. Directional lighting: H7
5. Daytime-running lamps: HP24
For the maintenance of the front
headlamp unit and changing HP24
bulbs, contact a CITROËN dealer.
Halogen bulbs must not be changed
until they have been off for a few
minutes (risk of serious burns).
Do not touch the bulb directly with
y o u r fi n g e r s , u s e a l i n t - f r e e c l o t h .
It is essential that only anti-U.V.
type bulbs are used in order not to
damage the headlamp.
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P R A C T I C A L I N F O R M A T I O N * To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and secured correctly,
- n e v e r fi t o n e m a t o n t o p o f another. T h e fi t t i n g o f e l e c t r i c a l
equipment or accessories
which are not recommend-
ed by CITROËN may result in a
failure of your vehicle’s electronic
s y s t e m a n d e x c e s s c o n s u m p t i o n .
P l e a s e n o t e t h i s s p e c i fi c w a r n -
ing. You are advised to contact a
CITROËN representative to be
shown the range of recommended
equipment and accessories.
A wide range of accessories and
genuine parts is offered by the
CITROËN network.
These accessories and parts have
been tested and approved for reli-
ability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle
a n d b e n e fi t f r o m C I T R O Ë N ’ s r e c o m -
mendation and warranty.
This product range is structured
around 5 categories:
"Comfort and leisure": mats * , boot
tray, boot carpet, sun blinds, mini-
bar, fragrance cartridges, roof bars,
b i c y c l e c a r r i e r , s k i c a r r i e r , r o o f b o x -
es, towbars, child seats and booster
cushions...
"Protection": anti-theft alarm, wheel
anti-theft devices, stolen vehicle
t r a c k i n g s y s t e m , b r e a t h a l y s e r , fi r s t
aid kit, warning triangle, high vis-
ibility safety jacket, dog guard, snow
chains, non-skid covers, fog lamps
kit, puncture repair kit, rear parking
assistance...
"Navigation and communication":
Bluetooth ®
hands-free kit, audio
equipment, portable satellite naviga-
t i o n s y s t e m , D V D p l a y e r , a u x i l i a r y
cable for connecting a portable MP3
p l a y e r , U S B B o x , s p e a k e r s . . .
"Personalisation": seat covers, alloy
w h e e l s , w h e e l t r i m s , m u d fl a p s . . .
"Accessories": windscreen wash
fl u i d , i n t e r i o r a n d e x t e r i o r c l e a n i n g
and maintenance products, body-
work touch-up aerosol and pen...
Depending on the country in which
the vehicle is sold, it may be com-
pulsory to have a high visibility safety
jacket, warning triangle and spare
bulbs available in the vehicle.
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SETUP
MEDIA
TRAFFIC
GENERAL OPERATION
For a detailed global view of the menus available, refer to the "Display fl o w c h a r t s " s e c t i o n o f t h i s h a n d b o o k .
Press the MODE button several times in succession to gain access to the following displays:
For maintenance of the display, the use of a soft, non-abrasive cloth (spectacles cloth) is recommended, without any addi tional product.
RADIO/MUSIC MEDIA/VIDEO
TELEPHONE (If a conversation is in progress)
FULL SCREEN MAP
NAVIGATION (If navigation is in progress)
SETUP: Access to the SETUP menu: system language and voice functions, voice initialisation (section 09), date and time, display, unit and system parameters. Long press: access to the GPS coverage and to the demonstration mode.
TRAFFIC: a c c e s s t o t h e t r a f fi c m e n u : d i s p l a y i n g o f t h e c u r r e n t t r a f fi c a l e r t s .
DISPLAY ACCORDING TO THE CONTEXT
MEDIA: Audio DVD menu Video DVD menu
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0 2 GENERAL OPERATION
F o r a d e t a i l e d g l o b a l v i e w o f t h e m e n u s a v a i l a b l e , refer to section 10.
P r e s s t h e M O D E b u t t o n s e v e r a l t i m e s i n s u c c e s s i o n t o g a i n a c c e s s t o t h e f o l l o w i n g m e n u s :
For maintenance of the display, the use of a soft, non-abrasive cloth ( s p e c t a c l e s c l o t h ) i s r e c o m m e n d e d , w i t h o u t a n y a d d i t i o n a l p r o d u c t .
RADIO/MUSIC MEDIA PLAYERS
PHONE ( I f a c o n v e r s a t i o n i s i n p r o g r e s s )
TRIP COMPUTER
F U L L S C R E E N M A P
NAVIGATION ( I f n a v i g a t i o n i s i n p r o g r e s s )
SETUP: s y s t e m l a n g u a g e , d a t e a n d t i m e , d i s p l a y , vehicle parameters, units and system parameters, D E M O N S T R A T I O N M O D E
T R A F F I C : T M C i n f o r m a t i o n a n d m e s s a g e s