2012 Citroen C5 Owner's Manual

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Towing your vehicle



)
On the front bumper, unclip the
cover by pressing at the top.

)
Screw the towing eye in fully.

)
Attach the towing bar.

)
Switch on the hazard warning
lamps on the towed vehicle.

)
Place the gear lever in neutral
(position N
on the automatic
gearbox).


Towing another
vehicle


)
On the rear bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing:


- on the right (Saloon),

- at the bottom (Tourer).

)
Screw the towing eye in fully.

)
Attach the towing bar.

)
Switch on the hazard warning
lamps on the towed vehicle. Failure to observe this special con-
dition could result in damage to
certain braking components and
the absence of braking assistance
the next time the engine is started.
In the event of a fault or malfunc-
tion with the electronic gearbox
system, the vehicle may be immo-
bilised with a gear engaged. In this
case the front of the vehicle must
be lifted for towing.
When towing with all four wheels
on the ground, always use a tow-
ing bar.
When towing with only two wheels
on the ground, always use profes-
sional lifting equipment.
When towing with the engine off,
there is no longer any braking or
steering assistance.

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TOWING A TRAILER

Towbar suitable for the attachment
of a trailer or installation of a bicycle
carrier, with additional lighting and
signalling.

Your vehicle is primarily designed
for transporting people and luggage,
but it may also be used for towing a
trailer.

If the towbar is not fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer, it is imperative
that it is fi tted in accordance with
the vehicle manufacturer'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 weight approaches the
maximum permitted without ex-
ceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude,
thus reducing engine performance.
Above 1 000 metres, the maximum
towed load must be reduced by 10 %
for every 1 000 metres of altitude.

Side wind


)
Take into account the increased
sensitivity to side wind.


Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases
the temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled,
its cooling capacity is not dependent
on the engine speed.


)
To lower the engine speed, re-
duce your speed. The maximum towed load on a long
incline depends on the gradient and
the ambient temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the
coolant temperature.

Braking
Towing a trailer increases the brak-
ing distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes
on a long mountain type of descent,
the use of engine braking is recom-
mended.

Tyres


)
Check the tyre pressures of the
towing vehicle and of the trailer,
observing the recommended
pressures.


Lighting


)
Check the electrical lighting and
signalling on the trailer.


The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a gen-
uine CITROËN towbar is used.


)
If the warning lamp and
the STOP
warning lamp
come on, stop the vehicle
and switch off the engine
as soon as possible.


We recommend the use of genuine
CITROËN towbars and their har-
nesses that have been tested and
approved from the design stage of
your vehicle, and that the fi tting of the
towbar is entrusted to a CITROËN
dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.

Driving with a trailer places great-
er demands on the towing vehicle
and the driver must take particular
care.

Refer to the "Technical Data" section
for details of the weights and towed
loads which apply to your vehicle.

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ROOF BARS

The design of your vehicle requires
the use of roof bars that are tested
and approved by CITROËN, for your
safety and to avoid damage to the
roof and tailgate.
Regardless of the type of loading
equipment to be transported on the
roof (bicycle carrier, ski carrier...), it
is imperative that you add transverse
roof bars. Any securing or lashing to
components other than the roof bars
is strictly prohibited.


Recommendations



)
Distribute your load evenly, avoid-
ing overloading on one side.

)
Arrange the heaviest part of the
load as close as possible to the
roof.

)
Anchor the load securely and
draw attention to it if any part of
it is overhanging.

)
Drive gently, as the vehicle will
be more liable to the effects of
side winds (vehicle stability may
be altered).

)
Remove the roof bars as soon
as they are no longer needed.

Maximum load that can be
distributed on the roof bars
(for a loading height not ex-
ceeding 40 cm; except bicycle car-
rier): 80 kg.
If the height exceeds 40 cm, adapt
your speed to the profi le of the road
to avoid damaging the roof bars
and the fi xings on the roof.
Please refer to national legislation
in order to comply with the regula-
tions concerning the transportation
of objects which are longer than
the vehicle.


Blanking cover

When towing, you must remove the
blanking cover in the front bumper
as well as the bonnet seal if fi tted.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop for this.

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VERY COLD PROTECTION *

Adjustable device which prevents
the intake of snow particles, which
could obstruct the air fi lter.


HDi Diesel 160 PEF engine


Normal position
The fl ap 2
is in a horizontal position
in the air duct 3
.
Snow position


)
Push and rotate the knob 1
by
90 ° in the direction of the arrow
in order to position the fl ap 2
in a
vertical position in the air duct 3
.
To return to the normal position,
push the knob 1
then rotate in the
opposite direction.


It is essential to remove the very
cold protection:


- When the ambient temperature
exceeds 10 °C.

-
When driving at speeds of over
75 mph (approximately 120 km/h).



V6 HDi Diesel 240 PEF
engine

Snow position
Slide the defl ector 1
into the air
duct 2
and clip in.


* According to country.

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* According to country.
COLD CLIMATE SCREEN *

Removeable screen which prevents
the accumulation of snow at the ra-
diator cooling fan.

Fitting



)
Offer up the 2 sections of the snow
guard to the upper and lower sec-
tions of the front bumper.

)
Press on the surround to clip in
one by one the fi xing clips.



Remove



)
Using a screwdriver, lift it up to de-
tach each fi xing clip one by one.

Before fi tting


After fi tting


It is essential to remove the snow
guard:


- When the ambient temperature
exceeds 10 °C,

- When towing,

- When driving at speeds of over
75 mph (approximately 120 km/h).

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Matt paint

If you vehicle is fi nished with a clear
matt lacquer, please observe the fol-
lowing recommendations to avoid
damaging the paintwork by the use
of an inappropriate cleaning proce-
dures.
These recommendations are also
valid for alloy road wheels fi nished
with clear matt lacquer.
Never clean the vehicle without water.
Never wash your vehicle in an automatic roller brush car wash.
Never polish the vehicle body, nor the alloy wheels. Doing this will make the
paintwork shiny.
Do not use paint cleaners, abrasive products or paint polishing or preserving
products (such as wax, for example) on the paintwork. These products are
only suitable for bright fi nishes. Application of these products on vehicles with
a matt fi nish will seriously damage the paint surface of the vehicle, giving rise
to irreversible shiny or stained areas.
Never use a high pressure jet wash with a lance fi tted with a brush, this may
scratch the paintwork.
Never select a wash programme that fi nishes with a hot wax cycle.

We recommend the use of a high pressure jet wash, or at least a water hose
with a high output.
We recommend that the vehicle be rinsed using de-ionised water.
Use only a microfi bre cloth to dry the vehicle. It must be clean and used
without heavy pressure.
Lightly wipe off any fuel stains present on the bodywork using a soft cloth,
then leave to dry.
From the range of cleaning and maintenance products in the "TECHNATURE"
range recommended and approved by CITROËN, use only the insect remover
and car shampoo, which are the only products to be used on the bodywork.
The insect remover can also be used to remove minor marks (for example:
fi nger marks...).
Always have paint repairs done by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifi ed workshop.

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* To avoid any risk of jamming of
the pedals:


- ensure that the mat is posi-
tioned and secured correctly,

- never fi t one mat on top of an-
other.






ACCESSORIES

A wide range of accessories and
genuine parts is available from the
CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and parts have
been tested and approved for reli-
ability and safety.
They are all adapted to your vehicle
and benefi t from CITROËN's recom-
mendation and warranty.






"Comfort":
front and rear parking sensors, isotherm
module, reading lamp, sun blinds, headrest-
mounted coat hanger...


"Transport solutions":
boot liner, boot carpet, towbars, tow-
bar wiring harness, transverse roof
bars, bicycle carrier, ski carrier, roof
boxes, boot dividers, boot net, boot
organiser, sliding boot tray, platform
on towbar, ...

"Style":
alloy wheels, rear spoiler, chromed
mirror shells, door sill protectors, gear
lever knobs...
"Security and safety":
anti-intrusion alarm, warning triangle
and high visibility vest, breathalyzer,
fi rst aid kit, snow chains, non-skid
covers, security wheel bolts, vehicle
tracking system, child seats, fi re ex-
tinguisher, caravan mirror, pet cage
and seat belt, dog guard...

"Protection":
mats * , seat covers, mud fl aps, bum-
per protectors, vehicle covers, door
and boot sill protectors...

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The fi tting of electrical equip-
ment or accessories which
are not recommended by
CITROËN may result in a failure of
your vehicle's electronic system and
excessive electrical consumption.
Please note this precaution. You
are advised to contact a CITROËN
representative to be shown the
range of recommended equipment
and accessories.

Depending on the legislation in
force in the country, it may be com-
pulsory to have a high visibility
safety vest, warning triangle and
spare bulbs and fuses available in
the vehicle.
Installation of radio
communication transmitters
Before installing any after-market ra-
dio communication transmitter, you
can contact a CITROËN dealer for
the specifi cation of transmitters which
can be fi tted (frequency, maximum
power, aerial position, specifi c instal-
lation requirements), in line with the
Vehicle Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/104/EC).




"Multimedia":
Wi-Fi on board, 230V socket, audio
systems, speakers, semi-integral
navigation systems, portable navi-
gation systems, hands-free kit, DVD
player, USB Box, mapping update
CD, driving aid, Hi-Fi module...