2012 Citroen C5 RHD Owner's Manual

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Brake pads

Brake wear depends on the
style of driving, particularly in
the case of vehicles 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
drop in the brake fl uid level indicates
that the brake pads are worn.







Manual gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no
oil change).






Automatic gearbox

The gearbox does not re-
quire any maintenance (no
oil change).

Brake disc wear

For information on check-
ing brake disc wear, con-
tact a CITROËN dealer or
a qualifi ed workshop.


Parking brake

If a loss of effectiveness
of this system is noticed,
the parking brake must be
checked, even between
two services.
This system must be checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Only use products recom-
mended by CITROËN or
products of equivalent quality
and specifi cations.
Do not use a dry cloth with an abra-
sive product for the maintenance of
aluminium parts; use a sponge and
soapy water.
In order to optimise the operation
of units as important as the braking
system, CITROËN selects and of-
fers very specifi c products.
To avoid damaging the electrical
units, the use of a high pressure
washer in the engine compartment
is strictly prohibited
. Refer to the servicing booklet for the
details of the level checking interval
for this component.
Refer to the servicing booklet for de-
tails of the level checking interval for
this component.

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TEMPORARY PUNCTURE
REPAIR KIT
Using the kit

The kit is located in the boot under
the fl oor.

)
Switch off the ignition.

)
Affi x the speed limitation sticker
to the vehicle's steering wheel
to remind you that a wheel is in
temporary use.

)
Check that the switch A
is in
position "0"
.

)
Connect the pipe of the car-
tridge 1
to the valve of the tyre to
be repaired.

)
Connect the compressor's elec-
tric plug to the vehicle's 12 V
socket.

)
Start the vehicle and leave the
engine running. Complete system consisting of a
compressor and a sealant cartridge
which permits the temporary repair

of the tyre so that you can drive to
the nearest garage.
This repair kit is available from
CITROËN dealers or a qualifi ed
workshop.
It is designed to repair holes of a
maximum diameter of 6 mm, locat-
ed exclusively on the tyre tread or
shoulder. Avoid removing any for-
eign bodies which have penetrated
the tyre.

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)
Remove the compressor and un-
clip and store the cartridge in a
sealed bag to avoid staining your
vehicle with traces of fl uid.

)
Drive immediately for approxi-
mately two miles (three kilome-
tres), at reduced speed (between
15 and 35 mph [20 and 60 km/h]),
to plug the puncture.

)
Stop to check the repair and the
pressure.

)
Connect the compressor pipe di-
rectly to the valve of the repaired
wheel.
)
Switch on the compressor by mov-
ing the switch A
to position "1"

until the tyre pressure reaches
2.0 bars. If this pressure has not been
reached after approximately
fi ve to ten minutes, the tyre
cannot be repaired; contact a
CITROËN dealer to have your ve-
hicle repaired.

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)
Connect the compressor's elec-
tric plug to the vehicle's 12 V
socket again.

)
Start the vehicle again and leave
the engine running.

)
Adjust the pressure using the
compressor (to infl ate: switch A
in
position "1"
; to defl ate: switch A
in
position "0"
and press button B
),
in accordance with the vehicle's
tyre pressure label (located on
the door aperture on the left-hand
side), then remember to check that
the leak has been plugged cor-
rectly (no further loss of pressure
after several miles [kilometres]).

)
Remove the compressor, then
store the whole kit.

)
Drive at reduced speed (50 mph
[80 km/h] max) limiting the dis-
tance travelled to approximately
120 miles (200 km).

)
Visit a CITROËN dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop as soon as
possible to have the tyre repaired
or replaced by a technician. Take care as sealant car-
tridge contains ethylene-gly-
col. This product is harmful
if swallowed and causes irritation
to the eyes. Keep it out of reach of
children.
The expiry date of the sealant is
indicated on the base of the car-
tridge.
The cartridge is designed for a sin-
gle use; even if only partly used, it
must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the car-
tridge into the environment, take it
to a CITROËN dealer or an autho-
rised waste disposal site.
Do not forget to obtain a new car-
tridge, available from CITROËN
dealers or a qualifi ed workshop.
If the vehicle is fi tted with tyre
under-infl ation detection, the tyre
under-infl ation warning lamp will
remain on after the wheel has been
repaired until the system is reini-
tialised by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualifi ed workshop.

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CHANGING A WHEEL


Access to the tools

The tools are to be found in a protec-
tive holder inside the spare wheel.


)
Pull back the retaining strap for
access.
List of tools
All of these tools are specifi c to your
vehicle and may vary according to
equipment. Do not use them for any
other purpose.

1.
Wheelbrace

2.
Jack

3.
Tool for the removal/refi tting of
bolt protectors

4.
Towing eye

5.
Moveable chock

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Access to the spare wheel


To remove the spare wheel


)
Lift up the boot fl oor and fold in
two (Saloon) or hook it using the
retractable handle (Tourer).

)
Detach the strap then push the
wheel forwards so as to be able
to lift it.

To reposition the spare wheel


)
Position the spare wheel fl at in
the boot, then pull it towards
you.

)
Next place the toolbox inside the
wheel, then secure the assembly
with the strap.

)
Release the boot fl oor to return it
to its initial position.
The tyre pressures are indi-
cated on the label located on
the driver's side centre door
pillar. Tyre pressures are given for
different vehicle loading conditions.

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Removing a wheel



)
Park the vehicle on stable, fi rm
ground that is not slippery. apply
the parking brake.

)
If your vehicle is equipped with
"Hydractive III+" suspension, with
the engine running at idle, adjust
the ground clearance to its maxi-
mum height.

)
Switch off the ignition and en-
gage fi rst gear or reverse gear
depending on any slope (for a
vehicle with automatic gearbox,
select position P
).

)
If your vehicle is fi tted with
"Hydractive III+" suspension, po-
sition the chock, whichever direc-
tion the gradient may be in, in front
of the front wheel diametrically op-
posite to the one to be replaced.
)
Position the jack at one of the four
jacking-points provided on the un-
derbody close to the wheels, then
use the wheelbrace to unwind the
jack until it reaches the ground.

)
Remove the protector from each
bolt using tool 3
.

)
Slacken the wheel bolts.

Before positioning the
jack:



)
Always adjust the vehicle’s
ground clearance to the "maxi-
mum height" position and re-
tain this adjustment for as long
as the jack is under the vehicle
(do not use the hydraulic ad-
justments),

)
Immobilise your vehicle on hor-
izontal, stable and non-slippery
ground,

)
Ensure that any passengers
have left the vehicle and are in
a safe place .


Never get underneath the vehicle if
it is supported only by the jack.
The jack and all of the tools are
specifi c to your vehicle. Do not use
them for any other applications.
Have the original wheel repaired
and refi tted as soon as possible.
)
Continue to extend the jack until
the wheel is a few centimetres
off the ground.

)
Undo the bolts, remove the wheel.

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Wheel for temporary use

Your vehicle may be fi tted with a
spare wheel which is different to
those on the vehicle. When fi tting
the spare wheel, it is normal to no-
tice that the wheel bolt washers do
not come into contact with the wheel
rim. The spare wheel is secured by
the conical tapering of the wheel
bolt’s shaft.
When refi tting the original wheel, en-
sure that the wheel bolt contact surfac-
es are clean and in good condition.


Fitting a wheel



)
Fit the wheel on the hub, using
the centring guide. Make sure
that the contact surface between
the hub and the wheel is clean.

)
Screw in the bolts but do not fully
tighten them.

)
Lower the jack and remove it.

)
Tighten the wheel bolts, using
the wheelbrace.

)
Refi t the protectors on the bolts.

)
Return the ground clearance to
the normal position.

)
Ensure the tyre pressure is cor-
rect and have the balancing
checked.



Under-inflation detection

These wheels have tyre pressure
sensors. Repairs must be carried
out by a CITROËN dealer or a quali-
fi ed workshop.


Security bolts (according to
version)
Each wheel is equipped with one se-
curity bolt.
To remove it:


)

Remove the protector using tool 3
.


)
Use the security socket with the
wheelbrace.

If your vehicle is fi tted with a
spare wheel of a different size
to those on the vehicle, you
must not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)
whilst using the spare wheel.
The wheel bolts are specifi c to the
type of wheel.
If the type of wheel is changed,
check with your CITROËN dealer
or a qualifi ed workshop that the
wheel bolts are compatible with the
new wheels.
Take care to note down the code
number engraved on the head of
the security bolt socket. This will
enable you to obtain a replace-
ment security bolt socket from your
dealer.