2020 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS maintenance

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Versions equipped with Stop & Start are
fitted with a 12 V lead-acid battery of
specific technology and specification.
Its replacement should be carried out
only by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Cabin filter
Depending on the environment and
the use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty
atmosphere, city driving), change it
twice as often if necessar y .A clogged cabin filter may have an
adverse effect on the per formance of
the air conditioning system and generate
undesirable odours.
Air filter
Depending on the environment and
the use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty
atmosphere, city driving), change it
twice as often if necessar y
.
Oil filter
Change the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Particle filter (Diesel)
or The start of saturation of the particle
filter is signalled by the temporary
illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by a
message warning
of the risk of the filter clogging up.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a
speed of at
least 37
mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp
goes off.
AdBlue (BlueHDi)
An alert is triggered once the reser ve level is
reached.
For more information on the AdBlue range
indicators , refer to the corresponding section.
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised as per
regulations, you must top up the AdBlue tank.
For more information on the Supply of
AdBlue , refer to the corresponding section.
Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these
components in accordance with the
manufacturer's service schedule and according
to your engine.
Other wise, have them 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
components as important as those in the
braking system, CITROËN selects and
offers very specific products.
12 V battery
The battery does not require any maintenance.
However, check regularly that the terminals
are correctly tightened (versions without quick
release terminals) and that the connections
are clean.
For more information on the precautions to
take before any work on the 12 V batter y,
refer to the corresponding section.
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If the warning lamp stays on, this indicates
a low Diesel additive level.
For more information on Checking levels ,
refer to the corresponding section.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does not
affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the
environment.
New vehicle
The first particle filter regeneration
operations may be accompanied by a
"burning" smell, which is per fectly normal.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Brake pads
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.
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.
Brake disc wear
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Electric parking brake
This system does not require any
routine servicing. However, in case
of an issue, do not hesitate to have
the system checked by a
CITROËN
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
For more information on the Electric
parking brake , refer to the corresponding
section.
Wheels and tyres
The pressure must be checked on
all tyres, including the spare wheel,
when the tyres are "cold", at least
once a
month and before a long
j o u r n ey.
The pressures indicated on the tyre pressure
label are valid for "cold" tyres. If you have
driven for more than 10
minutes or more
than 6

miles (10 kilometres) at over 31 mph
(50

km/h), add 0.3 bar (30 kPa) to the values
indicated on the label.
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Headlamps and lamps
The headlamps have polycarbonate
lenses with a protective coating.
Do not clean them with a
dry or abrasive
cloth, nor with detergent or solvent
products.
Use a
sponge and soapy water.
The use of a
high pressure jet wash for
cleaning the headlamps, lamps and their
surrounds may damage the lacquer and
seals.
Observe the recommendations on
pressure and distance for jet washing.
First clean persistent stains with a
sponge
and warm soapy water.
Leather
Leather is a natural product. Appropriate
regular care and cleaning is essential for its
durability.
Refer to your vehicle's Maintenance and
Warranty guide for information on all the
special precautions to observe.
AdBlue® (BlueHDi)
To respect the environment and ensure
compliance with the Euro 6 standard, without
adversely affecting the per formance or fuel
consumption of Diesel engines, CITROËN
has taken the decision to equip its vehicles
with a
system that associates SCR (Selective
Catalytic Reduction) with a
Diesel particle filter
(DPF) for the treatment of exhaust gases.
SCR system
Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of
the nitrogen oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and
water, which are harmless to health and the
environment.
The AdBlue
® is contained in
a
special tank holding about
17


litres.
Its capacity allows a

driving range of
approximately 5,600

miles (9,000 km), highly
dependent on your driving style.
An alert system is triggered automatically once
the reser ve level is reached: you can then drive
for a

further 1,500

miles (2,400 km) before the
tank is empty.
Driving with under-inflated tyres increases
fuel consumption. Non-compliant tyre
pressure causes premature wear on tyres
and has an adverse effect on the vehicle's
road holding – risk of an accident!
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces
the braking and road holding per formance of
the vehicle. It is recommended to regularly
check the condition of the tyres (tread and
sidewalls) and wheel rims as well as the
presence of the valves.
Using different size wheels and tyres from
those specified can affect the lifetime of
tyres, wheel rotation, ground clearance, the
speedometer reading and have an adverse
effect on road holding.
Fitting different tyres on the front and rear axles
can cause the ESC to mistime.
Advice on care and maintenance
Recommendations on the care and
maintenance of your vehicle are given in the
Maintenance and Warranty Guide.
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The jack must only be used to change
a wheel with a damaged or punctured tyre.
Do not use any jack other than the one
supplied with this vehicle.
If the vehicle does not have its original
jack, contact a
CITROËN dealer or
a
qualified workshop to obtain the correct
jack for it.
The jack meets European standards,
as defined in the Machinery Directive
2006/42/CE.
The jack does not require any
maintenance.
List of tools
1. Chocks to immobilise the vehicle
(depending on equipment).
2. Socket for the security bolts (located in
the glove box) (depending on equipment).
For adapting the wheelbrace to the special
"security" bolts.
3. Towing eye and tool to open the protective
covers of the front and rear screw threads. For more information on Towing the vehicle

and using the removable towing eye, refer to
the corresponding section.
With temporary puncture repair
kit
For further information about the Temporary
puncture repair kit , refer to the corresponding
section.
With spare wheel
For more information on the Spare wheel , refer
to the corresponding section.
4.
12

V compressor with a

cartridge of
sealant and a


speed limit sticker.
For temporary repair of a

tyre and to
adjust the tyre pressure. 5.
Wheelbrace.
For removing the wheel trim and removing
the wheel fixing bolts.
6. Jack with integrated handle.
Used to raise the vehicle.
7. Wheel bolt cover remover (depending on
equipment).
For removing the wheel bolt head finishers
on alloy wheels.
Temporary puncture
repair kit
Scan the QR Code on page 3 to view
e xplanatory videos.
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AAccessories .................................................... 89
Access to rear seats ....................................... 55
Active Safety Brake.................. 17, 15 6 -157, 159
AdBlue
® ..................................... 1 6, 28, 19 4 -195
AdBlue® tank ................................................. 19 6
Additive, Diesel ...................................... 191-192
Adjusting headlamps


...................................... 84
Adjusting head restraints


..........................54-55
Adjusting seats


.......................................... 55-56
Adjusting the air distribution


.....................64- 67
Adjusting the air flow
........................... 6

3, 65 - 67
Adjusting the date


............................... 34, 16, 29
Adjusting the height and reach of the steering wheel


.............................................. 58
Adjusting the lumbar support
.......................... 55
A

djusting the seat belt height
......................... 98
A

djusting the temperature

........................63, 65
Adjusting the time


............................... 34, 15, 30
Advanced Grip Control


............................. 95-96
Advice on care and maintenance


.................19 4
Advice on driving


................................... 11 6 -117
Airbags
...............................

.....19, 101, 103, 10 6
Airbags, curtain


...................................... 102-103
Airbags, front .................................. 101-103, 10 6
Airbags, lateral


....................................... 102-103
Air conditioning


................................... 62- 64, 67
Air conditioning, automatic


.......................65, 68
Air conditioning, dual-zone automatic


......64, 67
Air conditioning, manual
........................... 63

-64
Air intake


................................................... 65-66
Air vents


.......................................................... 61
Alarm


......................................................... 4 9 - 51
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
................91-92
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)


...................18, 91- 9 6
Anti-theft/Immobiliser


............................. 4 0 , 11 8
Apple CarPlay connection


........................11, 17
Armrest, front
............................................. 7 3 -74
Assistance call
...............................

...........90 -91
Assistance, emergency braking


.......91- 92, 15 8
Audio streaming (Bluetooth)


...................8 -9, 23Cable, audio


....................................................23
Cable, Jack


.....................................................23
Capacity, fuel tank


........................................18 0
Cap, fuel filler

...............................
.................18 0
CD


...............................................................8, 23
CD, MP3


......................................................8, 23
Central locking
..........................................

36, 39
Changing a


bulb
.....................2

06 -207, 210 -211
Changing a


fuse
.............................21

2-213, 215
Changing a


wheel
.........................19

8 -19 9, 203
Changing a


wiper blade
..................................87
C

hanging the remote control battery

..............42
Charger, induction


......................................72-73
Charger, wireless
....................................... 7

2-73
CHECK
................

............................................29
Checking the engine oil level


..........................27
Checking the levels


................................18 9 -191
C
BBattery .................................... 186, 215, 217-218
Battery, 12 V ............................... ....192, 215 -217
Battery, charging


........................................... 217
Battery, remote control


.......................41- 4 3 , 7 0
Blind
..............................

............................52-53
Blind spot monitoring system, active
............165
Blind spot sensors


................................ 16 4 -166
BlueHDi


............................... 14, 28 -29, 192, 197
Bluetooth (hands-free)
........................ 12

, 24 -25
Bluetooth (telephone)
..................... 1

2-13 , 24 -2 6
Bonnet


.................................................... 188 -189
Boot


............................................... 44- 45, 47, 78
Brake discs


.................................................... 193
Brake lamps
...............................

...................210
Brakes


..................................................... 13, 193
Braking assistance system
.......................91-92
Braking, automatic emergency ...17, 15 6 -157, 159
Brightness
....................................................... 14
Bulbs


............................................................. 207
Bulbs (changing)


.................... 206 -207, 210 -211 Checking tyre pressures (using the
kit)

...............................................
199-200, 202
Checks

...........................................
189, 192-193
Checks, routine

......................................
192-193
Child lock

.......................................................
115
Children

..................................................
11 0 -114
Children (safety)

............................................
115
Child seats
.............
10
0, 104 -105, 107, 109 -110
Child seats, conventional

.......................
109 -110
Child seats, i-Size .........................................
114
Child seats, ISOFIX ................................
111 -114
Cigarette lighter

..............................................
72
CITROËN Connect Nav

....................................
1
CITROËN Connect Radio
................................. 1
C
leaning (advice)

..........................................
19 4
Closing the boot ..................................
39, 44- 45
Closing the doors ......................................39, 44
Coffee Break Alert
........................................160
Collision Risk Alert ................................. 15 6 -15 8
Configuration, vehicle
..................................... 33
C

onnection, Bluetooth
..............1

2-13, 19, 24-26
Connection, MirrorLink


........................1 0 -11, 1 8
Connection, Wi-Fi network


.............................19
Control stalk, lighting


................................79, 81
Control stalk, wipers

...........................8

5 - 86, 88
Controls, steering mounted


...................125 -12 9
Control, back-up boot release
..................45, 48
Control, back-up door
................................41- 42
Control, heated seats


......................................57
Courtesy lamp
...............................................2 11
Courtesy lamps
...............................................75
Cover, load space
...........................................76
Cruise control


..........................140 -141, 14 4 -14 6
Cruise control by speed limit recognition
...............................

............140 -141
Cruise control, adaptive
................................147
Cruise control, adaptive with Stop function


................................................140 -141
Cup holder
.......................................................71
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Jack .........................................198 -19 9, 203, 23
Jump starting ................................................ 216J
KKey ...................................................... 35, 40 - 42
Keyless Entry and Starting ................3
7- 41, 120
Key not recognised

....................................... 12

1
Key with remote control

....................3

5 - 3 6 , 11 8
Key, electronic


............................................37- 3 9
Kit, hands-free
.................................... 12

, 24 -25
Kit, temporary puncture repair
...... 1

98-200, 202Load reduction mode


....................................
18 6
Load space cover ............................................
76
Locating your vehicle

......................................
37
Locking
...............................
.......................
3 9 - 41
Locking from the inside ...................................
41
Locking the doors ........................................... 41
L ow fuel level ................................................18
0
Lumbar


............................................................55
LLabels, identification ..................................... 221
Lamps, front .................................................. 19 4
Lamps, parking


............................................... 81
Lamps, rear


........................................... 19 4, 210
Lamp, boot


.............................................. 78, 212
Lane departure warning system, active ...17, 1 6 1Lane Keeping Assist, Active ... 147, 151-15 3, 15 6
Leather (care)
................................................ 19 4
LEDs – Light-emitting diodes ...81, 207, 209 -211
Levels and checks
.............................. ...18 9 -191
Level, AdBlue
® .............................................. 19 2
Level, brake fluid ........................................... 191
Level, Diesel additive


............................. 191-192
Level, engine coolant


.............................. 2 7, 1 9 1
Level, engine oil
...................................... 2 7, 1 9 0
Level, screenwash fluid

.......................... 87

, 191
Light-emitting diodes – LEDs ...81, 207, 209 -211
Lighting dimmer
.............................................. 30
Lighting, cornering


.......................................... 85
Lighting, directional


......................................... 85
Lighting, guide-me home


.......................... 3 7, 8 2
Lighting, interior
...............................

............... 75
Lighting, ambience


.......................................... 75
Lighting, welcome


........................................... 82
Loading


................................................... 77, 187
MMaintenance (advice) ....................................19 4
Maintenance, routine ............................1 3 7, 1 9 2
Manoeuvring aids (recommendations)


.........13 5
Map reading lamps
......................................... 75
M

arkings, identification

.................................221
Massage function
..................................... 57- 5 8
Massage, multi-point


................................57- 5 8
Mat


.......................................................... 74 , 13 7
Memorising a
speed
..................................... 14

6
Menu


............................................................... 11
Menu short cuts

.............................................. 33
M

enus (audio)

........................................3-4, 3-4
Menu, main
..................................................... 33
M

essages

........................................................ 27
Messages, quick
............................................. 2

7
Mirrors, door ......................... 58 - 59, 68, 16 4 -166
Mirror, rear view
........................................ 59-60
Mirror, vanity


................................................... 71
Misfuel prevention


......................................... 18 0
Motorised tailgate
..................................... 4

5 - 47
Mountings, ISOFIX


....................................... 111
NNet, high load retaining ...................................77
Number plate lamps ...................................... 2 11
OObstacle detection ........................................ 167
Oil change ..................................................... 19
0
Oil consumption


............................................ 19 0
Oil, engine


..................................................... 19 0
On-board tools


................................ 78, 198 -19 9
Opening the bonnet


...................................... 188
Opening the boot


................................ 38, 44- 45
Opening the doors


.................................... 38, 44
Opening the fuel filler flap
.............................18 0
Opening the windows
..................................... 36
PPads, brake ................................................... 193
Paint .............................................................. 221
Paint colour code
.......................................... 221
Park Assist

...............................
......173 -174, 176
Parking brake, electric
.................. 1

3, 18, 21-22,
121-124, 193
Parking sensors, audible and visual


.............167
Parking sensors, front


...................................167
Parking sensors, rear .................................... 167
Personalisation


............................................ 9 -10
Plates, identification ...................................... 221
Player, Apple
® ............................................. 9 , 23
Player, MP3

CD ............................... ................23
Player, USB

................................................. 8, 22
Power steering
...............................

.................23
Pre-heater, Diesel


........................................... 19
Pressures, tyres


.................................... 193, 202
Pre-tensioning seat belts


.............................. 10 0
Priming the fuel system
......................... 197-198
Profiles


...................................................... 14, 28
Programmable cruise control


.......................14 4
Programmable speed limiter .........................142
Protecting children


...101-102, 104 -107, 110 -114
Puncture


................................. 199-200, 202-203
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