2015 Citroen DS5 RHD light

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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Accessories
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and parts are all suitable for your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's
recommendation and warranty.
"comfort":
door deflectors, side window blinds, rear
screen blind, isotherm module, coat hanger
fixed to head restraint, mobile reading lamp,
mirror for caravan, parking sensors, scented air
freshener, cigarette lighter, ...
"Transport systems":
child seats and booster cushions, boot carpet,
boot liner, boot net, boot spacers, transverse
roof bars, bicycle carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes,
towbars, wiring harnesses...
"Styling":
aluminium pedals, aluminium foot rest, alloy
wheels, chrome mirror shells, ...
*

T
o avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:
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e
nsure that mats are correctly positioned
and secured,
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n
ever fit one mat on top of another.
"Security and safety":
anti-intrusion alarm, anti-tilt unit, stolen vehicle
tracking system, child seats and booster
cushions, dog guard, breathalyser, first aid
kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangle, belt
cutter/glass breaker, high visibility vest, wheel
security bolts, snow chains, snow socks, ...
"Protection":
mats*, mud flaps, bumper protection strips,
boot sill protector, vehicle cover...
If a towbar and wiring harness are fitted
outside the CITROËN dealer network,
the installation must be done using
the vehicle's electrical pre-equipment
and fitted following the manufacturer's
recommendations. The rear bodywork has been designed
to avoid spray.
Practical information

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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Never store bottles of AdBlue® in your
vehicle. Before topping-up, ensure that the vehicle is
parked on a flat and level sur face.
In wintry conditions, ensure that the
temperature of the vehicle is above -11°C.
Other wise, by freezing, the AdBlue
® cannot
be poured into its tank. Park your vehicle in a
warmer area for a few hours to allow the top-up
to be carried out.
Procedure
F Press the START/STOP button to switch off the engine. F

R
aise the boot floor for access to the
AdBlue
® tank. Use an object, such as a
bag, to keep the left part up.
Recommendations on storage
AdBlue® freezes at about -11°C and
deteriorates above 25°C. It is recommended
that bottles be stored in a cool area and
protected from direct sunlight.
Under these conditions, the additive can be
kept for at least a year.
If the additive has frozen, it can be used once it
has completely thawed out.
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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 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

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
H d i 160
BlueH d i 180
ge

arbox
6-speed manual6-speed automaticEAT6 6-speed automatic
Model code RHH8 -8/1 -8/2RHHA -A /1AHW T/S -T/1S -T/2S
-
U
nladen weight
1 5301 540 1 540
-
K
erb weight*
1 6051 6151 615
-
G
ross vehicle weight (GV W)
2 1302 1252 125
-
G
ross train weight (GTW)

o
n a 12% gradient
3 330
3 3253 325
-
B
raked trailer (within GTW limit)
o

n a 10% or 12% gradient
1 200
1 2001 200
-
B
raked trailer** (with load transfer with the
GTW limit) 1 500
1 5001 500
-
U
nbraked trailer
750750750
-
R
ecommended nose weight
757575
Diesel weights and towed loads (in kg)