2011.5 Citroen DS5 HYBRID4 RHD towing

When the cruise control is switched on, be careful if you maintain the pressure on one of the programmed speed changing buttons: this may result in a very rapid change in the speed of your vehicle. Do not use the cruise control on slipperyroads or in heavy traffic. On a steep descent, the cruise control will not be able to prevent the vehiclefrom exceeding the programmed speed. On steep climbs or when towing, the programmed speed may not be reached or maintained.
To a v o i d a ny risk of jamming of the
pedals:


- ensure that the mat is positioned correctly,

- never fit one mat on top of another.



Programming
)
Turn dial 1to the "CRUISE"
position: thecruise control mode is selected but is not
switched on (Pause).)
Set the programmed speed byaccelerating to the required speed,
then press button 2 or 3
(e.g.: 70 mph(11 0 k m/h)); the cruise control system is
activated (ON).
Exceeding the programmed speed
Intentional or unintentional exceeding of the programmed speed results
in flashing of this speed in the screen.
Return to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or
unintentional deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels theflashing of the speed.
Exiting cruise control mode
)Turn dial 1 to the "0"
position: the cruise control mode is deselected.
It disappears
from the screen.

)Switch on the cruise control again with another press on button 4
.


Operating fault

In the event of a cruise control malfunction,
the speed is cleared resulting in flashing of
the dashes.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
You can then change the programmed speed using buttons 2
and 3:- by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = shor t press,
- in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.
If storing speeds is available and activated on your vehicle, theprogrammed speed will stop at the closest stored speed; refer to thecorresponding section.)Stop the cruise control system by pressing button 4: this is confirmed in the screen (Pause).

This kit is installed in the storage box, under the boot floor.
Complete system consisting of a compressor
and a sealant car tridge which permits
temporary repair of a tyre so that you can rdrive to the nearest garage.
It is designed to repair most punctures which could affect the tyre, located on the tyre tread
or shoulder.



















Temporary puncture repair kit
Access to the kit







List of tools
All of these tools are specific to your vehicle
and can vary according to equipment.
Do not use them for other purposes.
1. 12 V compressor.

Contains a sealant cartridge for the
temporary repair of a tyre and can also be
used for adjusting tyre pressures. 2.Chocks * to block the wheels of the vehicle.3.Bolt "covers *
" tool.
For removing the wheel bolt protectors (covers) on alloy wheels. 4. Wheel finisher remover.
For removing the wheel finishers on alloywheels.
5. Removable towing eye.
See "Towing the vehicle".
6.Electric parking brake emergency releasecontrol.
See "Electric parking brake" then
"Emergency braking".



*
Dependin
g on country of sale or equipment.

Changing a wheel Procedure for changing a faulty wheel for the spare wheel using the tools provided with the vehicle.
Th
e tools are installed in the boot under the floor.
Access to the tools

List of tools
All of these tools are specific to your vehicle and can vary according to the level of equipment.
Do not use them for other purposes.1. Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and removingthe wheel bolts. 2.Jack with integral handle.
For raising the vehicle.3."Bolt cover" tool.
For removing the bolt protectors (covers)
on alloy wheels.4. Wheel trim remover.
For removing the alloy wheel finishers.
5. Socket for the security bolts (located in
the glove box).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special"security" bolts.
6.Wheel chocks for blocking the vehicle's
wheels.7. Towing eye.
See "Towing the vehicle". 8.Extension spanner.
For slackening/tightening the spare wheelcarrier nut. 9. Emergency release control for the electric parking brake.
See the "Electric parking brake" section, "Emergency braking".















Tyre under-infl ation detection

The spare wheel is not fitted with a sensor. The punctured wheel must berepaired by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Before doing any work on your vehicle,switch off the ignition ( Ready
lamp off)to avoid any risk of injury resulting fromautomatic operation of the engine.











When using lifting equipment (a jack
for example), take care to use the jacking points provided, so as to avoiddamaging the high voltage cables.

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From the front
From the rear





Access to the tools

The towing eye is installed in the boot under
the floor.
To gain access to it: )open the boot, )remove the towing eye, located in the
tool box.

)
On the front bumper, unclip the cover by
pressing at the bottom to disengage thesecuring lugs.) Screw the towing eye in fully.)
Install the towing system.)
Switch on the hazard warning lamps.
)
On the rear bumper, unclip the cover bylevering at the left with the point of the
towing eye. ) Screw the towing eye in fully. )
Install the towing system. )
Switch on the hazard warning lamps.
)Place the gear lever in neutral -position N.Failure to obser ve this special condition could result in damageto certain braking components and the absence of braking assistancethe next time the engine is started.



When towing with the engine off, there is no longer any braking or steering assistance.

Towing a trailer, ...


Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer
with additional lighting and signalling.
Your vehicle is primarily designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it mayalso be used for towing a trailer.

When not towing a trailer, remove thequickly-detachable tow ball beforedriving, so as to avoid masking the
central rear lamp.
Maximum trailer weight
You must not tow a trailer weighing more
than 500 k
g.







Vehicle recovery
Before doing any work, with the ignition on, press the brake pedal and put the gear lever inposition N
, then switch off the hybrid system.
Th
e front or rear wheels must not be on the ground, use a flat-bed lorry or trailer to recover
the vehicle.
Use the towing eyes only to pull avehicle out or to pull it onto a flat-bed. If necessary because access to thevehicle is difficult, it can be moved a few dozen metres at a speed not exceeding6 mph (10 km/h).

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Practical information
We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their harnesses that have been tested and approvedfrom the design stage of your vehicle,and that the fitting of the towbar is
entrusted to a CITROËN dealer or aqualified workshop.
If the towbar is not fitted by a CITROËN dealer, it is imperative that it isfitted in accordance with the vehiclemanufacturer's instructions.
Driving advice
Distribution of loads
)
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose wei
ght approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude,
thus reducing engine performance.
Above 1 000 metres, the maximum towed
load must be reduced by 10 % for every1 000 metres of altitude.
Refer to the "Technical Data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply toyour vehicle.
Side wind
)
Take into account the increased sensitivityto side wind.

Cooling
To w i ng a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electricall
y controlled, its cooling capacity is not dependent on the engine speed. )
To lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
)If the warning lamp and the
STOP
warning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the en
gine as soon as possible.

Braking

To w i ng a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a long
mountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.


Tyres
)
Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the
recommended pressures.



Lighting
)
Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.

The rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically if a genuineCITROËN towbar is used.


Driving with a trailer places greater demands on the towing vehicle and the driver must take par ticular care. The maximum towed load on a lon
g incline
depends on the gradient and the ambienttemperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.

WEIGHTS AND TOWED LOADS (in kg)
Diesel engineHDi 160PEF
GearboxElectronic gearbox system (6-speed)

Model codeRHC



-
Unladen weight-



- Kerb weight *
1 735



-
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
2 265


- Gross train wei
ght (GT W) on a 12% gradient2 765


- Braked trailer
(within GTW limit)on a 10% or 12% gradient 500



- Braked trailer ** (with load transfer with the GTW limit)
800



- Unbraked trailer
500


-
Recommended nose weight

75

*

The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).
**
The weight of the braked trailer can be increased, within the GTW limit, if the GV W of the towing vehicle is reduced by an equal amount; warning,
towing using a lightly loaded towing vehicle may have an adverse effect on its road holding
To make use of the 300 kg load transfer, the driver must be alone in the vehicle with no luggage in the vehicle.
The GTW and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1 000 metres; the towed load mentioned must be reduced b
y 10 % for each additional 1 000 metres of altitude.
The speed of a towing vehicle must not exceed 60 mph (10 0 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the performance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C, limit the towed load.

Warning lamps............................................55-63Warning triangle ............................................109Wash-wipe, rear............................................r158Weights..........................................................246Welcome lighting...........................................153Window controls..............................................85Wiper, rear.....................................................r158Wiper control stalk ..................................157-159Wipers .............................................58, 157,159
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Third brake lamp............................................214Time.................................................69,298, 332TMC (Traffi c info) ...........................................275Tools ..............................................................200Total distance recorder....................................r68Towbar...........................................................r224Towed loads................................................... 246Towing the vehicle............................51, 222-224Traction control (ASR).............................62, 181Traffi c information (TA)..........................276, 314Traffi c information (TMC).......................275, 276Trip computer............................................r70,71Trip distance recorder......................................r68Tyre pressures .......................................195, 248Tyres ........................................................ 44, 248Tyre under-infl ation detection........................ 180Xenon headlamps..........................................207
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Under-infl ation (detection) .............................180Unlocking ...................................................74,75Unlocking from the inside ................................81Unlocking the boot...........................................74Unlocking the doors .........................................81Update risk areas..........................................267USB Reader..................................r106, 292, 320
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Vehicle identifi cation......................................248Ventilation......................................................110Visibility..........................................................116
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