2020 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS screenwash fluid

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The screenwash jets are integrated in the
tips of each arm.
The screenwash fluid is sprayed along the
length of the wiper blade. This improves
visibility and reduces the consumption of
screenwash fluid.
In some cases, depending on the contents
or colour of the liquid and on the exterior
brightness, the liquid spray may be hardly
noticeable.
To avoid damaging the wiper blades, do
not operate the windscreen washer if the
windscreen washer reservoir is empty.
Only operate the windscreen washer if
there is no risk of the fluid freezing on the
windscreen and hindering visibility. Always
use windscreen washer fluid suitable for
low temperatures during the winter period.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This maintenance position is used for cleaning
or replacement of the wiper blades. It can also
be useful, in winter (ice, snow), to release the
wiper blades from the windscreen.To maintain the effectiveness of the flat
wiper blades, it is advisable to:
-

h
andle them with care,
-
c
lean them regularly using soapy
water,
-
a
void using them to retain cardboard
on the windscreen,
-
r
eplace them at the first signs of wear.
Before removing a front wiper blade
F Within one minute of switching off the
ignition, any operation of the wiper control
stalk will position the wiper blades vertically.
F

P
roceed with the desired operation or the
replacement of the wiper blades.
After refitting a front wiper blade
F To return the wiper blades to their initial position, switch on the ignition and operate
the wiper control stalk.
Changing a wiper blade
Removing/refitting at the front
F Carry out these wiper blade replacement operations from the driver's side.
F

S
tarting with the wiper blade farthest from
you, hold each arm by the rigid section and
raise it as far as possible.
Take care not to hold the arms at the jet
locations.
Do not touch the wiper blade as you may
cause irreparable damage.
Do not release them while moving them –
risk of damaging the windscreen!
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Lighting and visibility

88
Switching off
F Give the control stalk a further brief push
downwards or place the control stalk in
another position ( Int, 1
or 2). This indicator lamp goes off in the
instrument panel, accompanied by
a


message.
The automatic windscreen wipers must be
reactivated by pushing the control stalk
downwards, if the ignition has been off for
more than one minute.
Malfunction
If a fault occurs with automatic wiping, the
w ipers will operate in intermittent mode.
Have them checked by a
CITROËN dealer or
a


qualified workshop.
Do not cover the rain sensor linked to the
sunshine sensor and located at the top
centre of the windscreen.
Switch off the automatic 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 windscreen wipers.
F Clean the windscreen using screenwash fluid.
Do not apply "Rain X" type water-repellent
products.
F

U
nclip the worn wiper blade closest to you
and remove it.
F

I
nstall the new wiper blade and clip it to the
arm.
F

R
epeat the procedure for the other wiper
blade.
F

S
tarting with the wiper blade closest to
you, once again hold each arm by the rigid
section, then fold it carefully, guiding it to
the windscreen.
Removing/refitting at the rear
F Hold the arm by the rigid section and raise it as far as possible.
F

C
lean the rear window using screenwash
fluid.
F

U
nclip the worn wiper blade and remove it.
F

I
nstall the new wiper blade and clip it to the
arm.
F

O
nce again hold the arm by the rigid section
then fold it carefully, guiding it to the rear
window.
Automatic windscreen
wipers
The windscreen wipers operate automatically,
adapting their speed to the intensity of the
rainfall without any action on the part of the
driver.
Detection of rainfall is by means of a
sensor at
the top centre of the windscreen, behind the
rear view mirror.
Switching on
F Give the control stalk a brief push
downwards.
A wiping cycle confirms that the instruction has
been accepted.
This indicator lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, accompanied by
the display of a
message.
Lighting and visibility

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F Lift the safety catch and raise the bonnet.
F
U
nclip the stay from its housing and place it
in the support slot to hold the bonnet open.
Closing
F Take the stay out of the support slot.
F C lip the stay in its housing.
F

L
ower the bonnet and release it near the
end of its travel.
F

P
ull on the bonnet to check that it is locked
c o r r e c t l y.
Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, etc.) be limited.
Engine compartment
These engines are examples provided as
a guide.
The locations of the following elements may vary:
-

A
ir filter.
-

E
ngine oil dipstick.
-

E
ngine oil filler cap.
-
P

riming pump.
-
D

egassing screw.
Petrol engine
Diesel engine
1. Screenwash fluid reservoir.
2. Engine coolant reservoir.
3. Brake fluid reser voir.
4. Battery/Fuses. The Diesel fuel system operates under
very high pressure.
All work on this circuit must be carried out
only by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
5.
Remote earth point (-).
6. Fusebox.
7. A i r f i l t e r.
8. Engine oil filler cap.
9. Engine oil dipstick.
10. Priming pump*
11. Degassing screw*.
*
D
epending on engine.
Checking levels
Check all of the following levels regularly in
accordance with the manufacturer's service
schedule. Top them up if required, unless
otherwise indicated.
If a
level drops significantly, have the
corresponding system checked by a
CITROËN
dealer or a
qualified workshop.
The fluids must comply with the
manufacturer's requirements and with the
vehicle's engine.
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Practical information

191
During the 30 minutes after topping up the
o il, the check per formed with the oil level
indicator in the instrument panel when the
ignition is switched on is not valid.
Brake fluid
The level of this fluid should be close
to the " MAX" mark. If not, check the
brake pad wear.
To know how often the brake fluid should be
replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing
schedule.
Engine coolant
Check the engine coolant level
regularly.
It is normal to top up this fluid
between two services. The check and top-up must only be done with
the engine cold.
A low level presents a
risk of serious damage
to the engine.
The level of this fluid should be close to the
" MAX " mark but should never exceed it.
If the level is close to or below the " MIN" mark,
it is essential to top up.
When the engine is hot, the temperature of this
fluid is regulated by the fan.
In addition, as the cooling system is
pressurised, wait at least one hour after
switching off the engine before carrying out any
work.
To avoid the risk of scalding if you need to top
up in an emergency, wrap a cloth around the
cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to allow
the pressure to drop.
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up to the required level.
If topping up, clean the cap before
replacing it. Use only DOT4 brake fluid
from a sealed canister.
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.
Cooling of the engine when stopped
The engine cooling fan may star t after
the engine has been switched off.
Take care with objects or clothing that
could be caught in the blades of the
fan!Screenwash fluid
Top up to the required level when
necessary.
Fluid specification
The screenwash fluid must be topped up with
a ready for use mix.
In winter (temperatures below zero), a liquid
containing an anti-freeze agent must be
used which is appropriate for the prevailing
conditions, in order to preser ve the elements of
the system (pump, tank, ducts, etc.).
Filling with pure water is prohibited
under all circumstances (risk of freezing,
limestone deposits, jets, etc.).
Diesel fuel additive (Diesel
with particle filter)
or The minimum level in the particle
filter additive tank is indicated by fixed
illumination of this warning lamp,
accompanied by an audible warning
and a
message warning that the level
of additive is too low.
To p p i n g u p
This additive must be topped up without delay
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
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Practical information

227
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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