2015 Citroen DS5 RHD brake

Towing your vehicleTowing another vehicle
F On the front bumper, unclip the cover
by pressing at the top to disengage the
securing lugs.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towing arm. F
O n the rear bumper, unclip the cover by
levering at the left with the point of the
towing eye.
F

S
crew the towing eye in fully.
F

I
nstall the towing arm.
F

S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

M
ove off gently and drive at low speed and
for a short distance only.
F

P
lace the gear lever in neutral
(position
n
with an electronic or
automatic gearbox).
F
ailure to follow this advice could
result in damage to certain systems
(braking, transmission...) and the
absence of braking assistance the
next time the engine is started.
F U nlock the steering and release the
parking brake.
F

S
witch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F

M
ove off gently and drive at low speed and
for a short distance only.

driving advice
distribution of loads
F 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
F 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.
F

T
o 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.
F

I
f 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
F Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
recommended pressures.
Lighting
F Check the electrical lighting and signalling on the trailer.
Refer to the "Technical data" section for details
of the weights and towed loads which apply to
your vehicle.
The rear parking sensors will be
deactivated automatically if a genuine
CITROËN towbar is used.

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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 fluid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
Fluid specification
The brake fluid must conform to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
Oil grade
Before topping-up the oil or changing the oil,
check that the oil is the correct grade for your
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Topping up the engine oil level
Refer to the "Petrol engine" or "Diesel engine"
section for the location of the oil filler cap in the
engine compartment of your vehicle.
F
U
nscrew the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
F

A
dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
F

W
ait a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
F

A
dd more oil if necessary.
F

A
fter 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 manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the interval for this operation.
In order to maintain the reliability of the
engine and emission control system,
never use additives in the engine oil.
checks

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 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 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 engineTHP 15 0THP 155 THP 160 THP 165 S&S THP 200
ge

arbox 6-speed
automatic 6-speed
automatic 6-speed
automatic EAT6 6-speed
automatic 6-speed
manual
Model code 5FEA5 F VA - A /1 5FMA -Y -A /
d5gZ

T/S -T/1S
-T/2S 5FU8
-

U
nladen weight 1 4951 4201 495 1 4291 430
-

K
erb weight* 1 5701 495 1 5701 504 1 505
-

G
ross vehicle weight (GV W) 2 0302 0352 030 2 0172 050
-

G
ross train weight (GTW)
o

n a 12 % gradient 2 830
3 3352 830 3 1172 800
-

B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o

n a 10 % or 12 % gradient 800
1 300 8001 100 750
-

B
raked trailer** (with load transfer within the
GTW limit) 800
1 500 8001 400 1 050
-

U
nbraked trailer 74 574 574 5750 750
-

R
ecommended nose weight 7575757575
* The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).
**

T
he 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.
When towing the maximum authorised speed is reduced (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.
Technical data

* The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).Petrol engine
THP 155THP 165 S&S THP 200
ge
arbox
6-speed automaticEAT6 6-speed automatic 6-speed manual
Model code 5 F VA - A /15
gZ
T/S -T/1S -T/2S
5FU8
-
U
nladen weight
1 5401 539 1 572
-
K
erb weight*
1 6151 6141 647
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W)
2 1702 225 2 195
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)
o

n a 12% gradient
3 320
3 225 2 795
-
B
raked trailer (within the GTW limit)
o

n a 10% or 12% gradient
1 150
1 000 600
-
U
nbraked trailer
74 5750600
-
R
ecommended nose weight
757575
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.
When towing the maximum authorised speed is reduced (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

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.
When towing, the maximum authorised speed is reduced (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).
**
T
he 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.
di
esel engine
e-H d i 110
e-H d i 115
BlueH d i 115
BlueH d i 120
ge

arbox
ET
g6 6
-speed
electronic ET
g6 6
-speed
electronic 6-speed
manual 6-speed

manual
Model code 9HR8/PS9H
d8
/PS
BHXM/S -M/1S -M/2S BHZM/S -M/1S -M/2S
-
U
nladen weight
1 4201 420 1 4281 428
-
K
erb weight*
1 4951 4951 5031 503
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W)
2 0202 0202 0202 020
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)

o
n a 12% gradient
3 120
3 1203 1203 120
-
B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o

n a 10% or 12% gradient
1 100
1 1001 1001 100
-
B
raked trailer** (with load transfer with the
GTW limit) 1 400
1 4001 4001 400
-
U
nbraked trailer
74 574 574 574 5
-
R
ecommended nose weight
75757575
Diesel weights and towed loads (in kg)

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* The kerb weight is equal to the unladen weight + driver (75 kg).
** T he 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.
When towing, the maximum authorised speed is reduced (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.
di
esel engine
H d i 135
BlueH d i 135
BlueH d i 180
ge

arbox
6-speed
manual 6-speed
automatic 6-speed
manual 6-speed
manual
Model code RH
d8 -
8/1 - 8/2
RH
d
A -A /1
AHV AHSM/S - M/1S
-M/2S AHX AHRM/S -M/1S
-M/2S
-
U
nladen weight
1 5301 540 1 5371 537
-
K
erb weight*
1 6051 6151 6121 612
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W)
2 1302 1252 130 2 130
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)
o

n a 12% gradient
3 330
3 3253 330 3 330
-
B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o

n a 10% or 12% gradient
1 200
1 2001 2001 200
-
B
raked trailer** (with load transfer with the
GTW limit) 1 500
1 5001 5001 500
-
U
nbraked trailer
750750750750
-
R
ecommended nose weight
75757575
Diesel weights and towed loads (in kg)
Technical data