2014 Citroen DS5 Owner's Manual

135Driving

Programming




Turn dial 1
to the "LIMIT"
position: the
speed limiter mode is selected but is not
switched on (Pause).
You do not have to switch the speed limiter on
in order to set the speed.



Set the speed value by pressing button 2

or 3
(e.g.: 55 mph (90 km/h)).


Exceeding the programmed speed

Pressing the accelerator pedal to exceed the programmed speed will not have
any effect unless you press the pedal firmly
past the point of resistance
.
The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily and the programmed speed,
which is still displayed, flashes.
Returning to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or unintentional
deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the flashing of the
programmed speed.


Exiting the speed limiter
mode



Turn dial 1
to the "0"
position: the speed
limiter mode is deselected. It disappears
from the screen.



Operating fault

In the event of a fault with the speed limiter,
the speed is cleared resulting in flashing of the
dashes.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
On a steep descent or in the event of
sharp acceleration, the speed limiter will
not be able to prevent the vehicle from
exceeding the programmed speed.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:


- ensure that the mat is positioned
correctly,

- do not fit one mat on top of another.


Switch the speed limiter back on by pressing button 4
again.
You can then change the programmed speed using buttons 2
and 3
:


- by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = short press,

- in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.
If speed memorisation is available and activated on your vehicle,
the programmed speed will stop at the closest memorised speed;
refer to the corresponding paragraph.



Switch the speed limiter on by pressing button 4
.


Switch the speed limiter off by pressing button 4
: the display
confirms that it has been switched off (Pause).

The cruise control system cannot, in any
circumstances, replace the need to respect speed
limits, nor can it replace the need for vigilance and
responsibility on the part of the driver.
You are advised to keep your feet near the pedals
at all times.






Cruise control
System which automatically maintains the
speed of the vehicle at the value programmed
by the driver, without any action on the
accelerator pedal.
The functions of this system are grouped
together on the steering mounted controls.


1.
Cruise control mode selection dial.

2.
Speed programming / value decrease
button.

3.
Speed programming / value increase
button.

4.
Cruise control off / resume button.

5.
Stored speeds display button.
(see "Storing speeds")


Steering mounted controls

The programmed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.

6.
Cruise control off / resume indication.

7.
Cruise control mode selection indication.

8.
Programmed speed value.

9.
Selecting a stored speed.
(see "Storing speeds")


Displays in the instrument panel


Operation

The cruise control is switched on
manually:
it requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph
(40 km/h) and engagement of:


- fourth gear on a manual gearbox,

- second gear on an electronic or automatic
gearbox, in sequential driving mode,

- position A
on an electronic gearbox or D
on
an automatic gearbox.
The cruise control is switched off
manually
or by pressing the brake or clutch pedal or on
triggering of the "electronic stability control"
system for safety reasons.
It is possible to exceed the programmed speed
temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
release the accelerator pedal.
Switching off the ignition cancels any
programmed speed value.






This information also appears in the
head-up display.
For more information, refer to the
"Head-up display" section.

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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 slippery
roads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep descent, the cruise control
will not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed speed.
On steep climbs or when towing, the
programmed speed may not be reached
or maintained.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:


- ensure that the mat is positioned
correctly,

- never fit one mat on top of another.



Programming




Turn dial 1
to the "CRUISE"
position: the
cruise control mode is selected but is not
switched on (Pause).


Set the programmed speed by
accelerating to the required speed,
then press button 2
or 3
(e.g.: 70 mph
(110 km/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 the flashing 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) = short press,

- in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.
If storing speeds is available and activated on your vehicle, the
programmed speed will stop at the closest stored speed; refer to the
corresponding section.



Stop the cruise control system by pressing button 4
: this is confirmed
in the screen (Pause).

This system indicates the proximity of an
obstacle (person, vehicle, tree, gate, etc.)
which comes within the field of detection of
sensors located in the bumper.
Certain types of obstacle (stake, roadworks
cone, etc.) detected initially will no longer be
detected at the end of the manoeuvre due to
the presence of blind spots.






Parking sensors


This function cannot, in any
circumstances, take the place of the
vigilance and responsibility of the driver.



Rear parking sensors

The system is switched on by engaging reverse
gear. This is accompanied by an audible signal.
The system is switched off when you exit
reverse gear.

Audible assistance

The proximity information is given by an
intermittent audible signal, the frequency of
which increases as the vehicle approaches the
obstacle.
The sound emitted by the speaker (right or
left) indicates the side on which the obstacle is
located.
When the distance between the vehicle and
the obstacle becomes less than approximately
thirty centimetres, the audible signal becomes
continuous.




Visual assistance

This supplements the audible signal by
displaying bars in the multifunction screen
which move progressively nearer to the vehicle.
When the obstacle is near, the "Danger"
symbol is displayed in the screen.

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In bad weather or in winter, ensure
that the sensors are not covered with
mud, ice or snow. When reverse gear is
engaged, an audible signal (long beep)
indicates that the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger
the audible signals of the parking
sensor system.
In the event of a malfunction
of the system, when reverse
gear is engaged this warning
lamp is displayed in the instrument panel
and/or a message appears in the screen,
accompanied by an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Operating fault

In addition to the rear parking sensors, the
front parking sensors are triggered when an
obstacle is detected in front and the speed of
the vehicle is still below 6 mph (10 km/h).
The front parking sensors are interrupted if
the vehicle stops for more than three seconds
in for ward gear, if no further obstacles are
detected or when the speed of the vehicle
exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).






Front parking sensors



The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed
or a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle
fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier
recommended by CITROËN).



Deactivation / Activation of the
front and rear parking sensors
The function is deactivated by pressing this button.
The indicator lamp in the button comes on.
Pressing this button again reactivates the function.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off.

The sound emitted by the speaker (front
or rear) indicates whether the obstacle
is in front or behind.

Reversing camera


A reversing camera is activated automatically
when reverse gear is engaged.
The colour image is provided in the navigation
screen.
The green lines represent the general direction
of the vehicle.
The red lines represent around 30 cm beyond
the limit of your vehicle's rear bumper. The
audible signal becomes continuous from this
limit.
The blue lines represent the maximum turning
circle.

Clean the reversing camera regularly
using a sponge and a soft cloth.
When cleaning the vehicle with a high
pressure jet wash, keep the end of the
lance at least 30 cm from the camera.

This system is a driving aid that does not
replace the vigilance or the responsibility of the
driver, who must remain in control of the vehicle
at all times.

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