2016 Citroen DS5 windscreen

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Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers
The windscreen wipers operate automatically,
without any action on the part of the driver, if
rain is detected (sensor behind the rear view
mirror), adapting their speed to the intensity of
the rainfall.
Switching on
Briefly push the control stalk
downwards.
A wiping cycle confirms that the
instruction has been accepted.Briefly push the control stalk
downwards again, or place the
control stalk in another position
(Int, 1 or 2).
Switching off
The automatic rain sensitive windscreen
wipers must be reactivated by pushing
the control stalk downwards, if the
ignition has been off for more than
one minute.
This warning lamp goes off in the instrument
panel and a message is displayed.
This warning lamp comes on in the instrument
panel and a message is displayed.
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Do not cover the rain sensor, linked with
the sunshine sensor and located in the
centre of the windscreen behind the rear
view mirror.
Switch off the automatic rain sensitive
wipers when using an automatic car wash.
In winter, it is advisable to wait until the
windscreen is completely clear of ice
before activating the automatic rain
sensitive wipers.
Operating fault
If a fault occurs with the automatic rain
sensitive wipers, the wipers will operate in
intermittent mode.
Have it checked by CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This position permits release of the windscreen
wiper blades.
It is used for cleaning or replacement of the
blades. It can also be useful, in winter, to
detach the blades from the windscreen.To maintain the effectiveness of the flat
wiper blades, it is advisable to:
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ha

ndle them with care,
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cl

ean them regularly using soapy
water,
-
av

oid using them to retain
cardboard on the windscreen,
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re

place them at the first signs of
w e a r.
F
An

y action on the wiper stalk in the minute
after switching off the ignition places the
blades vertically on the screen.
F
To p

ark the blades again, switch on the
ignition and operate the wiper stalk.

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Changing a wiper blade
Before removing a front
wiper blade
F Within one minute after switching off
the ignition, operate the wiper stalk to
position the wiper blades vertically on the
windscreen.
Removing
F Raise the corresponding wiper arm.
F Un clip the wiper blade and remove it.
Fitting
F Put the corresponding new wiper blade in
place and clip it.
F
Fo

ld down the wiper arm carefully.
After fitting a front wiper
blade
F Switch on the ignition.
F Op erate the wiper stalk again to park the
wiper blades.

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Identification markingsVarious visible markings for the identification of your vehicle.
A.
veh

icle Identification Number (
vIN
)
under the bonnet.
Th

is number is engraved on the bodywork
near the damper support. The tyre pressures must be checked
when the tyres are cold, at least once
a month.
If the tyre pressures are too low, this
increases fuel consumption.
B.
veh

icle identification Number (
vIN
) on
the windscreen lower cross member.
Th

is number is indicated on a self-adhesive
label which is visible through the windscreen.
c. Ma

nufacturer's label.
Th

e VIN is indicated on a self-destroying
label affixed to the door aperture, on the
passenger's side.
d. Tyr

e/paint label.
Th

is label is affixed to the centre pillar, on
the driver's side. It bears the following information:
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th

e tyre inflation pressures, laden and
unladen,
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th

e tyre sizes,
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th

e inflation pressure of the spare wheel,
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th

e paint colour code.
The rear quarter light cannot be etched
as it is made of polycarbonate material.