2013.5 Citroen DS5 engine

201Practical information

Removing the cartridge





Stow the black pipe.


Detach the angled base from the white pipe.


Support the compressor vertically.


Unscrew the cartridge from the bottom.


Beware of discharges of fluid.
The expiry date of the fluid is indicated
on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed for
single use; even if only partly used, it
must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the cartridge
into the environment, take it to an
authorised waste disposal site or a
CITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealant
cartridge, available from CITROËN
dealers or from a qualified workshop.



Checking tyre pressures /
inflating accessories

You can also use the compressor, without
injecting any product, to:


- check or adjust the pressure of your tyres,

- inflate other accessories (balls, bicycle
tyres...).





Turn the selector A
to the
"Air" position.


Uncoil the black pipe H
fully.


Connect the black pipe to the
valve of the wheel or accessory.
If necessary, fit one of the adaptors
supplied with the kit first.




Connect the compressor's electrical
connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.


Start the vehicle and let the engine run.


Adjust the pressure using the compressor
(to inflate: switch B
in position "I"
; to
deflate: switch B
in position "O"
and press
button C
), according to the vehicle's tyre
pressure label or the accessory's pressure
label.


Remove the kit then stow it.

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Engine compartment fuses

The fusebox is placed in the engine
compartment near the battery.

Access to the fuses




Unclip the cover.


Change the fuse (see corresponding
paragraph).


When you have finished, close the cover
carefully to ensure correct sealing of the
fusebox.


Fuse
N°

Rating
(A)


Functions




F20



15

Front / rear screenwash pump.


F21



20

Headlamp wash pump.


F22



15

Horn.


F23



15

Right-hand main beam headlamp.


F24



15

Left-hand main beam headlamp.


F27



5

Left hand lamp mask.


F28



5

Right hand lamp mask.

12 V battery







The presence of this label, in particular
with the Stop & Start system, indicates
the use of a 12 V lead-acid battery with
special technology and specification;
the involvement of a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop is essential
when replacing or disconnecting the
battery. The battery is located under the bonnet.
To gain access to it:



open the bonnet using the interior release
lever, then the exterior safety catch,


remove the plastic cover on
the (+) terminal,


if necessary, unclip the fusebox to remove
the battery.








Access to the battery



Disconnecting the (+) cable




Raise the locking tab D
fully to release the
cable terminal clamp E
.



Reconnecting the (+) cable




Position the open clamp E
of the cable on
the positive post (+) of the battery.


Press vertically on the clamp E
to position
it correctly on the battery.


Lock the clamp by spreading the
positioning lug and then lowering the tab D
.
Do not apply excessive force on the
tab as locking will not be possible if the
clamp is not positioned correctly; start
the procedure again.

Procedure for starting the engine using another battery or charging a discharged battery.

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After refitting the battery, the Stop &
Start system will only be active after a
continuous period of immobilisation of the
vehicle, a period which depends on the
climatic conditions and the state of charge
of the battery (up to about 8 hours).
With Stop & Start, the battery does not
have to be disconnected for charging.












Starting using another
battery

First check that the slave battery has a
nominal voltage of 12 V and a capacity
at least equal to that of the discharged
battery.
Do not try to start the engine by
connecting a battery charger.
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal when
the engine is running.



Connect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of the flat battery A
, then to the
positive terminal (+) of the slave battery B
.


Connect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative terminal (-) of the
slave battery B
(or earth point on the other
vehicle).


Connect the other end of the green or black
cable to the earth point C
on the broken
down vehicle (or on the engine mounting).


Start the engine of the vehicle with the
good battery and leave it running for a
few minutes.

Operate the starter on the broken down
vehicle and let the engine run
If the engine does not star t straight away,
switch off the ignition and wait a few
moments before trying again.


Wait until the engine returns to idle then
disconnect the jump lead cables in the
reverse order.



Disconnect the battery from the vehicle.


Follow the instructions for use provided by
the manufacturer of the charger.


Connect the battery starting with the
negative terminal (-).


Check that the terminals and connectors
are clean. If they are covered with sulphate
(whitish or greenish deposit), remove them
and clean them.













Charging the battery using
a battery charger
When your vehicle's battery is discharged,
the engine can be started using a slave battery
(external or on another vehicle) and jump lead
cables.

The batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead. They
must be disposed of in accordance
with regulations and must not, in any
circumstances, be discarded with household
waste.
Take used remote control batteries and
vehicle batteries to a special collection point.


It is advisable to disconnect the battery
if the vehicle is to be left unused for
more than one month.









Do not push the vehicle to start the
engine if you have an electronic or
automatic gearbox.
Protect your eyes and face before
handling the battery.
All operations on the battery must be
carried out in a well ventilated area and
away from naked flames and sources
of sparks, so as to avoid the risk of
explosion or fire.
Do not try to charge a frozen battery;
the battery must first be thawed out to
avoid the risk of explosion. If the battery
has been frozen, before charging have
it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop who will check that
the internal components have not been
damaged and the casing is not cracked,
which could cause a leak of toxic and
corrosive acid.
Do not reverse the polarity and use only
a 12 V charger.
Do not disconnect the terminals while
the engine is running.
Do not charge the batteries without
disconnecting the terminals first.
Wash your hands after wards.








Before disconnecting the battery

Wait 2 minutes after switching off the ignition
before disconnecting the battery.
Close the windows and the doors before
disconnecting the battery.


Following reconnection of the
battery
Following reconnection of the battery, switch on
the ignition and wait 1 minute before starting to
permit initialisation of the electronic systems.
However, if problems remain following this
operation, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Referring to the corresponding section,
you must yourself reinitialise (depending on
version):


- the remote control key,

- the electric blind(s),

- ...


Some functions are not available if the
battery is not sufficiently charged.

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Load reduction mode

System which manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates
certain functions, such as the air conditioning,
the heated rear screen...
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
System which manages the duration of use of
certain functions to conser ve a sufficient level
of charge in the battery.
After the engine has stopped, you can
still use functions such as the audio and
telematics system, windscreen wipers, dipped
beam headlamps, courtesy lamps, etc. for
a maximum combined duration of about
forty minutes.









Energy economy mode


Switching to economy mode

A message then appears in the instrument
panel screen indicating that the vehicle has
switched to economy mode and the active
functions are put on standby.
If a telephone call is being made at this time,
it will be maintained for around 10 minutes with
the Bluetooth hands-free system of your audio
system.


Exiting economy mode

These functions are reactivated automatically
next time the vehicle is driven.
In order to restore the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it run:


- for less than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately five minutes,

- for more than ten minutes, to use the
equipment for up to approximately
thirty minutes.
Let the engine run for the duration specified to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
Do not repeatedly and continuously restart the
engine in order to charge the battery.
A flat battery prevents the engine from starting
(refer to the "Battery" section).

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Towing the vehicle
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or
for towing another vehicle using a removable
towing eye.

Towing your vehicle
Towing another vehicle






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 the
securing lugs.


Screw the towing eye in fully.


Install the towing bar.

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


On the rear bumper, unclip the cover by
levering at the left with the point of the
towing eye.


Screw the towing eye in fully.


Install the towing bar.

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

When towing with all four wheels on the
ground, always use a towing bar.
When towing with only two wheels on
the ground, always use professional
lifting equipment.
When towing with the engine off, there
is no longer any braking or steering
assistance.


Place the gear lever in neutral
(position N
with an electronic or
automatic gearbox).
Failure to follow this advice could
result in damage to certain braking
components and the absence of
braking assistance the next time
the engine is started.

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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
exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine per formance. 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, reduce 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.


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



Braking

Towing 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.


Ty r e s




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 genuine
CITROËN towbar is used.

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