2013 Citroen DS5 brake

217Practical information

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 performance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced b
y 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 inclinedepends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
) If the warning lamp and theSTOPwarning lamp come on, stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine 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.

R
efer to the "Technical Data" section for detailsof the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.

The various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids and for replacing cer tain components.














Petrol engines
1.
Power steering reservoir.2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.3.
Coolant reservoir. 4.
Brake fluid reservoir.5.
Battery / Fuses.
6.Fusebox.
7. Air filter.8.Engine oil dipstick. 9.
Engine oil filler cap.THP 155 6- SPEED AUTOTHP 200 6- SPEED MANUAL

227Checks
The various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids, for
replacing cer tain components and for primingthe fuel system.

*

According to engine.















Diesel engines
1.
Power steering reservoir.2.Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.3.Coolant reservoir.4.
Brake fluid reservoir.
5. Battery / Fuses.
6.Fusebox.
7. Air filter.8.Engine oil dipstick.9.
Engine oil filler cap.10.Priming pump * . 11.
Bleed screw * .
e- HDi 110 6- SPEED ELECTRONIC
HDi 160 PEF 6- SPEED MANUAL / HDi 160 PEF 6- SPEED AUTO

Coolant level
The coolant level should be closeto the "MA X" mark but should never exceed it.

Changing the coolant
The coolant does not have to be changed.


Fluid specifi cation

The coolant must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations.
Power steering fluid level

The power steering fluid level shouldbe close to the "MA X" mark. With
the engine cold, unscrew the cap tocheck the level. Th
e brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Brake fluid level
Changing the fl uid
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for details of the
interval for this operation.
Fluid specifi cation
The brake fluid must conform to themanufacturer's recommendations and meet the
DOT4 standard.
In addition, as the cooling system ispressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying out any work.To a v o i d a ny risk of scalding, unscrewthe cap by two turns to allow the pressure to drop. When the pressure has dropped, remove the cap and topup the level. When the en
gine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan. This can
operate with the ignition off.
For vehicles fitted with a
par ticle emissions
filter, the cooling fan may continue to
run after stopping the vehicle, even if theengine is cold.

Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the ser vicing booklet for the
details of the level checking interval
for this component.
6-speed electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require anymaintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the checking inter val for
this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the servicing booklet for
details of the level checking interval
for this component.Brake wear depends on the style
o
f driving, par ticularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over shor t
distances. It ma
y 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 fluid level indicates that the brake pads are worn.















Brake pads
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.


Brake disc wear
Electric parking brake

This system does not require any routine servicing. However, in theevent of a problem, have the systemchecked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
















Only use products recommended by CITROËN or products of equivalent quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operationof units as impor tant as the braking system, CITROËN selects and offersvery specific products.
To a v o i d d a m aging the electrical units,the use of a high pressure washer in the engine compar tment is strictly prohibited .


For more in
formation, refer to the "Electric parking brake - Operating faults" section.

239Technical data














Petrol weights and towed loads (in kg)
Petrol enginesTHP155 hpTHP200 hp
Gearboxes
Automatic
(6-speed)

Manual(6-speed)
Model codes5FV

5FU



- Unladen wei
ght -
-


- Kerb weight
*

1 495
1 505


- Gross vehicle wei
ght (GV W)
2 035 2 050



-
Gross train weight (GTW)

on a 12 % gradient 3 3352 800



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



- Braked trailer ** (with load transfer within the
GTW limit) 1 500
1 050



-
Unbraked trailer
745
750



- Recommended nose weight 75

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 GVW 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.

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 by 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.

*
The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).
Petrol enginesTHP155 hpTHP200 hp
Gearboxes

Automatic
(6-speed)Manual (6-speed)

Model codes5FV

5FU



- Unladen wei
ght -
-


- Kerb weight
*


1 495
1 505


- Gross vehicle wei
ght (GV W)
2 1702 195


-
Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12% gradient 3 320

2 795



- Braked trailer
(within the GTW limit)
on a 10% or 12% gradient
1 150600



- Unbraked trailer
745
600



- Recommended nose weight 75

75

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 by 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).
Hi
gh ambient temperatures may result in a reduction in the per formance of the vehicle to protect the engine; if the ambient temperature is above 37 °C,
limit the towed load.


Petrol weights and towed loads (in kg) - Commercial versions

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 by 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.

*

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 GVW 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.
Diesel enginese-HDi 110/115 hpHDi160 hpPEFHDi160 hp PEF
GearboxesElectronic gearbox system (6-speed)


Manual(6-speed)
Automatic(6-speed)

Model codes9HR/9HDRHH



- Unladen weight---



- Kerb weight *

1 495
1 605

1 615



-
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)

2 020 2 1302 125


- Gross train wei
ght (GT W)
on a 12% gradient 3 120
3 330
3 325



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


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

1 400
1 500 1 500


-
Unbraked trailer

745

750



- Recommended nose wei
ght 75

















Diesel weights and towed loads (in kg)