2016 Citroen DS5 HYBRID brake

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Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does not
block traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and not slippery.
Apply the parking brake unless it has
been programmed to automatic mode,
switch off the ignition and engage first
gear* to block the wheels.
Check that the braking warning lamp
and the P warning lamp in the parking
brake control lever come on.
If necessary, place a chock against
the wheel opposite the wheel to be
changed.
The occupants must get out of the
vehicle and wait where they are safe.List of operations
F Depending on equipment, remove the protective cover from from each of bolts using the tool 3
or remove the wheel trim using tool 4 .
F
Fi

t the security socket 5 on the wheelbrace 1 to slacken the security bolt (if fitted).
F
Sl

acken the other bolts (no more than a 1/4 turn) using the wheelbrace 1 o n l y.
* Position P for an automatic gearbox.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised
using a jack; use an axle stand.

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Snow chains
In wintry conditions, snow chains improve traction as well as the behaviour of the vehicle when braking.The snow chains must be fitted only
to the front wheels. They must never
be fitted to "space-saver" type spare
wheels.
Take account of the legislation in force
in your country on the use of snow
chains and the maximum running speed
authorised.
Advice on installation
F If you have to fit the chains during a
journey, stop the vehicle on a flat sur face
on the side of the road.
F
Ap

ply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks to prevent movement of your
vehicle.
F
Fi

t the chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer.
F
Mov

e off gently and drive for a few
moments, without exceeding 30 mph
(50
k

m/h).
F
St

op your vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads
that have been cleared of snow, to
avoid damaging your vehicle's tyres and
the road sur face. If your vehicle is fitted
with alloy wheels, check that no part of
the chain or its fixings is in contact with
the wheel rim.
Use only the chains designed to be fitted to the
type of wheel fitted to your vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size.215/60 R16 9 mm
225/50 R17
235/45 R18 cannot be fitted with
snow chains
235/40 R19
For more information on snow chains, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop. It is strongly recommended that before
you leave, you practise fitting the snow
chains on a level and dry sur face.

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1. Sidelamps (light emitting diodes - LEds) .
2.
dire

ction indicators (PY21W amber).
3.
Re

versing lamps (P21W).
4.
Br

ake lamps (P21W).
5.
Fo

glamps (P21W).
Rear lamps
direction indicators and brake
l amps (on the wings)
F Open the boot then remove the access
c
ove r.
F
Di

sconnect the lamp connector.
F
Re

move the two lamp fixing nuts. F Ca
refully remove the lamp unit from
outside. The retaining clips unclip
automatically.
F
Tu

rn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn and
change the bulb.
For reassembly, carry out these operations in
reverse order.
Light emitting diodes-LEds
For replacement, contact a CITROËN
dealer or qualified workshop.

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Number plate lamps
F Insert a thin screwdriver into the slot
in the lens.
F
Pu

sh it outwards to unclip it.
F
Re

move the lens.
F
Pu

ll the bulb out and change it.
Third brake lamp
(light emitting diodes - LEds)
Contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop.

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General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in your country.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of the towed vehicle and must have a valid driving
licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towing
arm; rope and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When towing a vehicle with the engine off, there is no longer any power assistance for
braking or steering.
In the following cases, you must always call on a professional recovery service:
-
ve
hicle broken down on a motor way or fast road,
-
fo

ur-wheel drive vehicle,
-
wh

en it is not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release
the parking brake,
-
to

wing with only two wheels on the ground,
-
wh

ere there is no approved towing arm available...
Towing the vehicle
Access to the tools
The towing eye is stowed in the boot under the
f l o o r.
To gain access to it:
F
op
en the boot,
F
ra

ise the boot floor,
F
ta

ke out the towing eye, located in the
storage well.
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable towing eye.
Practical information

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

rew the towing eye in fully.
F
In

stall the towing arm. F On t
he rear bumper, unclip the cover by
levering at the left with the point of the
towing eye.
F
Sc

rew the towing eye in fully.
F
In

stall the towing arm.
F
Sw

itch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F
Mov

e off gently and drive at low speed and
for a short distance only.
F
Pl

ace the gear lever in neutral
(position N with an automatic
gearbox).
Fa
ilure 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 Un lock the steering and release the
parking brake.
F
Sw

itch on the hazard warning lamps on
both vehicles.
F
Mov

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

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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
The location of the oil filler cap is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view.
F
Un
screw the oil filler cap to reveal the filler
aperture.
F
Ad

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

it a few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
F
Ad

d more oil if necessary.
F
Af

ter 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.

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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 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 on the electric parking
brake, refer to the corresponding section.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for the checking interval for
this component.
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Refer to the manufacturer's service
schedule for details of the level
checking interval for this component.