2014 Citroen DS5 RHD brake

229Practical 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 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.

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














Petrol engines



1.
Power steering reservoir.

2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.

3.
Coolant reservoir.

4.
Brake fluid reser voir.

5.
Battery / Fuses.

6.
Fusebox.

7.
Air filter.

8.
Engine oil dipstick.

9.
Engine oil filler cap.

THP 155 6- SPEED AUTO


THP 200 6- SPEED MANUAL

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The various caps and covers allow access for
checking the levels of the various fluids, for
replacing certain components and for priming
the fuel system.

*
According to engine.















Diesel engines



1.
Power steering reservoir.

2.
Screenwash and headlamp wash reser voir.

3.
Coolant reservoir.

4.
Brake fluid reser voir.

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 115 6- SPEED ELECTRONIC


HDi 160 PEF 6- SPEED MANUAL / HDi 160 PEF 6- SPEED AUTO

Power steering fluid level

The power steering fluid level should
be close to the "MA X" mark. With
the engine cold, unscrew the cap to
check the level. The 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 maintenance and warranty guide
for details of the inter val for this operation.


Fluid specifi cation

The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.



Topping up the engine oil level



Oil grade

The oil must be the correct grade for your
engine and conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.

Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine"
section for the location of the oil filler cap in the
engine compartment of your vehicle.


- Unscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.

- Add oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).

- Wait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.

- Add more oil if necessary.

- After checking the level, carefully refit the
oil filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.


After topping up the oil, the check when
switching on the ignition with the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel is not valid
during the 30 minutes after topping up.


Engine oil change

Refer to the maintenance and warranty guide
for details of the inter val for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, the use of
additives in the engine oil is prohibited.

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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 ser vices.
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 ser vicing. However, in the
event of a problem, have the system
checked 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 operation of
units as important as those in the
braking system, CITROËN selects and
offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness,
or in wintry conditions, ice can form
on the brake discs and pads: braking
efficiency may be reduced. Make light
brake applications to dry and defrost
the brakes.

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

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Petrol weights and towed loads (in kg)


Petrol engines


THP
1

55 hp


THP
15 0 hp


THP

160
hp



THP
200 hp


Gearbox

es

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

Model codes

5FVA - A /1
5FEA
5FMA - Y - A /D
5FU8


- Unladen weight
1 420
1 497
1 495
1 430


- Kerb weight *

1 495
1 570
1 570
1 505


- Gross vehicle weight (GV W)
2 035
2 030

2 030
2 050


- Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12 % gradient
3 335
2 830
2 830
2 800


- Braked trailer (within GTW limit)
on a 10 % or 12 % gradient
1 300
800
800
750


- Braked trailer ** (with load transfer within the
GTW limit)
1 500
800
800
1 050


- Unbraked trailer
74 5
74 5
74 5
750


- Recommended nose weight
75
75
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 GV W 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 (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High 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.

* The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).
Petrol engines


THP
155 hp



THP
200 hp



Gearboxes

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

Model codes

5FVA - A /1
5FU8


- Unladen weight
1 540
1 572


- Kerb weight *

1 615
1 647


- Gross vehicle weight (GV W)
2 170
2 195


- Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12% gradient
3 320
2 795


- Braked trailer (within the GTW limit)
on a 10% or 12% gradient
1 150
600


- Unbraked trailer
74 5
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 (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High 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

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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 (100 km/h) (comply with the legislation in force in your country).
High 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.

*
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 GV W 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 engines


e-HDi
115 h p



Blue HDi
115 h p



Blue HDi
120 hp



Gearboxes

Electronic
(6-speed)
Manual
(6-speed)
Manual
(6-speed)

Model codes

9HR - 9HD8/PS
BHZ - BHXM/S - M/1S - M/2S
BHZ - BHXM/S - M/1S - M/2S


- Unladen weight
1 420
1 428
1 428


- Kerb weight *

1 495
1 503
1 503


- Gross vehicle weight (GV W)
2 020
2 020
2 020


- Gross train weight (GTW)
on a 12% gradient
3 120
3 120
3 120


- Braked trailer (within GTW limit)
on a 10% or 12% gradient
1 100
1 100
1 100


- Braked trailer ** (with load transfer with the
GTW limit)
1 400
1 400
1 400


- Unbraked trailer
74 5
74 5
74 5


- Recommended nose weight
75
75
75

















Diesel weights and towed loads (in kg)