2022 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS DAG warning

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Lighting and visibility
This is confirmed by an audible signal and
illumination of the corresponding direction
indicator lamp in the instrument panel.
To switch off the parking lamps, return the
lighting control stalk to the central position.
Automatic illumination of headlamps
When the ring is at the “AUTO" position and
a low level of ambient light is detected by the
rain/sunshine sensor, the number plate lamps,
sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are
switched on automatically, without any action on
the part of the driver. They may also come on if
rain is detected, at the same time as automatic
operation of the windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient
level or after the windscreen wipers are switched
off, the lamps are switched off automatically.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction of the
sunshine sensor, the lighting comes on
and this warning lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel, accompanied by an audible
signal and/or a message.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor, linked
with the rain sensor and located at the
top centre of the windscreen behind the
If the driver's door is opened, a temporary
audible signal warns the driver that the lamps
are on.
They will go off automatically after a period
of time that depends on the level of charge in
the battery (entering energy economy mode).
Switching off of the lamps when the
ignition is switched off
When the ignition is switched off, all of the
lamps turn off immediately, except for dipped
beam headlamps if automatic guide-me-home
lighting is activated.
In some weather conditions (e.g. low
temperature or humidity), misting on the
internal surface of the glass of the headlamps
and rear lamps is normal, and will disappear
after the lamps have been on for a few
minutes.
Never look too closely at the light beam
of LED technology lamps - risk of serious
eye injury!


Travelling abroad
Vehicles equipped with manual
headlamp beam height adjustment:
If planning to use your vehicle in a country
that drives on the other side of the road, the
dipped beam headlamps must be adjusted to
avoid dazzling oncoming drivers. Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Direction indicators

► Left or right: lower or raise the lighting control
stalk, beyond the point of resistance.
If you forget to cancel the direction
indicators for more than 20 seconds, the
volume of the audible signal will increase if
the speed is above 50 mph (80 km/h).
Three flashes
► Press briefly upwards or downwards, without
going beyond the point of resistance; the
direction indicators will flash 3 times.
Daytime running lamps/
sidelamps


The front and rear lamps light up automatically
when the engine starts.
They provide the following functions:
–

Daytime running lamps (lighting control stalk
at position "

AUTO" with adequate light level).
–

Sidelamps (lighting control stalk " AUT

O"
position with low light levels or "Sidelamps only”
or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").
The LEDs are brighter when operating as daytime running lamps.
Parking lamps
Side markers for the vehicle by illumination of
the sidelamps on the traffic side only.
►

Depending on version, within one minute of
switching off the ignition, operate the lighting
control stalk up or down depending on the traffic
side (for example: when parking on the left;
lighting control stalk upwards; the right-hand
sidelamps come on).

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Lighting and visibility
4This is confirmed by an audible signal and
illumination of the corresponding direction
indicator lamp in the instrument panel.
To switch off the parking lamps, return the
lighting control stalk to the central position.
Automatic illumination of headlamps
When the ring is at the “AUTO" position and
a low level of ambient light is detected by the
rain/sunshine sensor, the number plate lamps,
sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps are
switched on automatically, without any action on
the part of the driver. They may also come on if
rain is detected, at the same time as automatic
operation of the windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to a sufficient
level or after the windscreen wipers are switched
off, the lamps are switched off automatically.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction of the
sunshine sensor, the lighting comes on
and this warning lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel, accompanied by an audible
signal and/or a message.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor, linked
with the rain sensor and located at the
top centre of the windscreen behind the
interior rear view mirror; the associated
functions would no longer be controlled.
In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor may
detect sufficient light. In this case, the
lighting will not come on automatically.
Guide-me-home and
welcome lighting
Automatic
With the ring in the "AUTO" position and when
the light is poor, the dipped beam headlamps
come on automatically when the ignition is
switched off.
The activation, deactivation and duration of the guide-me-home lighting are set in
the Driving/Vehicle touch screen menu.
Manual

Switching on / off ►
With the ignition off, "flash" the headlamps
using the lighting control stalk to switch the
function on / off.
Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off
automatically at the end of a given period of
time.
Automatic exterior welcome lighting
With the "Automatic illumination of lamps"
function activated and when the light is poor, the
sidelamps, dipped beam headlamps and door
mirror spotlamps come on automatically when
the vehicle is unlocked.
The activation, deactivation and duration
of the exterior welcome lighting are set in
the Driving/Vehicle
touch screen menu.
Welcome lighting
Availability of this function depends on version.► Make a short press on this remote
control button.
The sidelamps, dipped beam headlamps,
number plate lamps and door mirror spotlamps
come on for 30 seconds.
Pressing again before the end of the timed
period switches off the lighting immediately
.
Door mirror spotlamps
These spotlamps facilitate access to the vehicle
by lighting the ground near the front doors.

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Lighting and visibility
4– if the windscreen is dirty, misted or
obscured (by a sticker, etc.) in front of the
camera,
–

if the vehicle is facing highly reflective
signs.
When the system detects thick fog, it
temporarily deactivates the function.
The system is not able to detect:
–


road users that do not have their own
lighting, such as pedestrians,
–


vehicles whose lighting is obscured (for
example: vehicles running behind a safety
barrier on a motorway),
–


vehicles at the top or bottom of a steep
slope, on winding roads, on crossroads.
Headlamp adjustment
Manual headlamp
adjustment




To avoid dazzling other road users, the height
of these headlamp beams must be adjusted
according to the load in the vehicle.
0 (Initial setting) Driver only or driver + front passenger
1 5 people
4 5 people + load in the boot
5 Driver only + load in the boot
This information is provided as a guide only.
Depending on version, the unused positions may
be required.
Automatic adjustment of the Full LED technology
headlamps
This system automatically adjusts the height of
the headlamp beams according to the load in the
vehicle.
In the event of a malfunction, this warning
lamp comes on on the instrument panel,
accompanied by the display of a message and
an audible signal.
The system then places the headlamp beams in
the lowest position.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Do not touch the "Full LED" technology
headlamps - risk of electrocution!
Cornering lighting
This system makes use of the beam from a front
foglamp to illuminate the inside of a bend, when
the main or dipped beam headlamps are on and
the vehicle speed is below 25 mph (40
km/h)
(urban driving, winding road, junctions, parking
manoeuvres).


Without/With cornering lighting
Activation / Deactivation
It is set via the Driving / Vehicle touch
screen menu.
Switching on / off
This system starts:
– when the corresponding direction indicator is
switched on.
or
–

from a certain angle of rotation of the steering
wheel.
It becomes inactive:
–


below a certain angle of rotation of the
steering wheel.
–


above 25 mph (40
km/h).

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Safety
5General safety
recommendations
Do not remove the labels attached in
different places on your vehicle. They
include safety warnings as well as
identification information for the vehicle.
For all work on your vehicle, use a
qualified workshop that has the technical
information, skills and equipment required, all
of which a CITROËN dealer is able to
provide.
Depending on country regulations,
certain safety equipment may be
mandatory: high visibility safety vests,
warning triangles, breathalysers, spare bulbs,
spare fuses, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud
flaps at the rear of the vehicle, etc.
Installing electrical accessories:
– The fitting of electrical equipment or
accessories not approved by CITROËN may
cause excessive current consumption and
faults and failures with the electrical system
of your vehicle. Contact a CITROËN dealer
for information on the range of approved
accessories.
–

As a safety measure, access to the
diagnostic socket, used for the vehicle's
electronic systems, is reserved strictly for
CITROËN dealers or qualified workshops,
equipped with the special tools required (risk
of malfunctions of the vehicle's electronic
systems that could cause breakdowns or
serious accidents). The Manufacturer cannot
be held responsible if this advice is not
followed.
–

Any modification or adaptation not intended
or authorised by CITROËN or carried out
without meeting the technical requirements
defined by the Manufacturer will result in the
suspension of the commercial warranty

.
Installation of accessory radio
communication transmitters
Before installing a radio communication
transmitter with an external aerial, you must
without fail contact a CITROËN dealer for
the specification of transmitters which can
be fitted (frequency, maximum power, aerial
position, specific installation requirements),
in line with the Vehicle Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive (2004/104/EC).
Declarations of conformity for radio
equipment
The relevant certificates are available on the
http://service.citroen.com/ACddb/ website.
Hazard warning lamps



► Pressing the red button causes all the
direction indicators to flash.
They can operate with the ignition off.
Automatic operation of hazard warning lamps
When braking in an emergency, depending on
the rate of deceleration, the hazard warning
lamps come on automatically. They switch off
automatically when you next accelerate.
They can be turned off by pressing the button
again.

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Safety
Horn

► Press the central part of the multifunction
steering wheel.
Pedestrian horn
(Rechargeable hybrid)
This system alerts pedestrians that the vehicle is approaching, when driving in ELECTRIC mode
(100% electric driving).
The pedestrian horn operates once the vehicle
is moving and at speeds of up to 19 mph
(30
km/h), in forward or reverse gear.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction, this warning
lamp comes on on the instrument panel.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
* In accordance with the general conditions of use of the service, available from dealers an\
d subject to technological and technical limitations.
** In areas covered by ‘Localised Emergency Call’ and ‘Localised Assistance Call’.
The list of countries covered and telematic services provided is availab\
le from dealers or on the website for your country.
Emergency or assistance
call




Localised Emergency Call
(PE112)
► In an emergency , press button 1 for more
than 2 seconds.
The lighting of the indicator lamp and a voice
message confirm that the call has been made to
the emergency services*.
‘Localised Emergency Call’ immediately locates
your vehicle and puts you in contact with the
appropriate emergency services**.
►

Pressing again immediately cancels the
request.
The indicator lamp flashes when the vehicle
data is sent, and then remains lit when
communication is established.
If an impact is detected by the airbag
control unit, an emergency call is made
automatically, independently of the
deployment of any airbags.
‘Localised Emergency Call’ is a service
that can be accessed free of charge.
System operation
– Upon switching on the ignition, if the indicator
lamp lights up red, then green, and then goes
out: the system is operating correctly
.
–

If the indicator lamp is fixed red: system
malfunction
–


If the indicator lamp flashes red: replace the
emergency battery

.
In the latter two cases, emergency and
assistance call services may not work.
Contact a dealer or a qualified repairer as soon
as possible.
The system fault does not prevent the vehicle from being driven.
Data processing
All processing of personal information
by the "Localised Emergency Call" system
(PE112) complies with the framework for

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Safety
Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake
pedal.
When braking in an emergency, press
very firmly and maintain this pressure.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved for your
vehicle.
After an impact, have these systems checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Intelligent traction control
("Snow motion")
Depending on version, your vehicle has a
system to help driving on snow: intelligent
traction control.
This system detects situations of poor surface
grip that could make it difficult to move off
or make progress on deep fresh snow or
compacted snow.
In these situations, the intelligent traction
control limits the amount of wheel spin to
provide the best traction and trajectory control for
your vehicle.
The use of snow tyres is strongly recommended on surfaces offering low
levels of grip.
For technical reasons, in particular to
improve the quality of telematic services
for customers, the Manufacturer reserves the
right to carry out updates to the vehicle's
on-board telematic system at any time.
If you benefit from the Citroën Connect
Box offer with the SOS and Assistance
Pack included, there are additional services
available to you in your personal space, via
the website for your country.
For information about the SOS and
Assistance Pack, please refer to the general
conditions for these services.
Electronic stability control
(ESC)
Electronic stability control programme
comprising the following systems:
–

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic
Brake Force Distribution (EBFD).
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Emergency braking assistance (EBA).
–


Anti-slip regulation (ASR).
–


Dynamic stability control (DSC).
–


T
railer stability assist (TSA).
Definitions
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD)
These systems improve the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking
and contribute towards improved control in
corners, in particular on poor or slippery road
surfaces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of
emergency braking.
The electronic brake force distribution system
manages the braking pressure wheel by wheel.
Emergency braking assistance (EBA)
In an emergency, this system enables you
to reach the optimum braking pressure more
quickly and therefore reduce the stopping
distance.
It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by a
reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an
increase in braking efficiency.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)
This system optimises traction in order to avoid
wheel slip by acting on the brakes of the driving
wheels and on the engine. It also improves the
directional stability of the vehicle on acceleration.
Dynamic stability control (DSC)
If there is a difference between the path
followed by the vehicle and that required by the
driver, this system monitors each wheel and
automatically acts on the brake of one or more
wheels and on the engine to return the vehicle
to the required path, within the limits of the laws
of physics.
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
This system allows control of the vehicle to be
retained when towing a trailer, so as to avoid the
risk of snaking.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake
force distribution (EBFD)
The fixed illumination of this warning lamp
signals that there is a fault with the ABS.
The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive
carefully at moderate speed.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
Illumination of this warning lamp, coupled
with the STOP and ABS warning lamps,
accompanied by the display of a message and
an audible signal, signals that there is a fault with
the electronic brake force distribution (EBFD).
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Call a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Safety
5Normal operation of the ABS may make
itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake
pedal.
When braking in an emergency, press
very firmly and maintain this pressure.
When changing wheels (tyres and rims),
ensure that these are approved for your
vehicle.
After an impact, have these systems checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Intelligent traction control
("Snow motion")
Depending on version, your vehicle has a
system to help driving on snow: intelligent
traction control.
This system detects situations of poor surface
grip that could make it difficult to move off
or make progress on deep fresh snow or
compacted snow.
In these situations, the intelligent traction
control limits the amount of wheel spin to
provide the best traction and trajectory control for
your vehicle.
The use of snow tyres is strongly recommended on surfaces offering low
levels of grip.
Anti-slip regulation (ASR) / Dynamic stability control
(DSC)
Anti-slip regulation (or traction control) optimises
traction by using engine braking and by applying
the brakes on the driving wheels to avoid one
or more wheels spinning. It also enhances the
vehicle's directional stability.
If there is a difference between the vehicle’s
trajectory and the path desired by the driver, the
dynamic stability control system automatically
uses engine braking and the brakes on one or
more wheels to return the vehicle to the desired
path, within the limits of the laws of physics.
These systems are activated automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
They come into operation in the event of a grip
or trajectory problem.
This is indicated by the flashing of this warning lamp on the instrument panel.
Deactivation/Reactivation
In exceptional conditions (starting a vehicle
which is bogged down, stuck in snow, on soft
ground, etc.), it may be advisable to deactivate
these systems, so that the wheels can turn freely
and regain grip.
Reactivate the systems as soon as the level of
grip permits.
This function is set via theDriving/Vehicle touch screen menu.
► Or, depending on version, turn the
"Grip control " knob to this position.
Deactivation is confirmed by the lighting
of this indicator lamp on the instrument
panel and the display of a message.
These systems are reactivated automatically
every time the ignition is switched off, or at
speeds over 31 mph (50
km/h).
Reactivation is manual below 31 mph (50 km/h).
Malfunction
In the event of a system malfunction, this
warning lamp comes on, accompanied by
an onscreen message and audible signal.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the systems checked.
ASR / DSC
These systems enhance safety during
normal driving, but should not encourage
the driver to take extra risks or drive at high
speed.
It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain, snow,
ice) that the risk of loss of grip increases. It
is therefore important for your safety to keep
these systems activated in all conditions, and
particularly in difficult conditions.
Correct operation of these systems depends
on compliance with the manufacturer's
recommendations relating to the wheels
(tyres and rims), braking and electronic
components, as well as the assembly and
repair procedures used by CITROËN dealers.

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Safety
Standard (ESC)
This mode is calibrated for a low level of wheel spin, based on the different levels
of grip normally encountered on the road.
Whenever the ignition is switched off, the
system automatically resets to this mode.
Snow
This mode adapts its strategy to the conditions of grip encountered for each of
the two front wheels on moving off.
(mode active up to 50 mph (80 km/h))
All terrain (mud, damp grass, etc.)
This mode, when moving off, allows considerable spin on the wheel with the
least grip to optimise clearing of the mud and to
regain grip. At the same time, the wheel with the
most grip is controlled in such a way as to
transmit as much torque as possible.
When moving, the system optimises wheel spin
to respond to the driver's requirements as fully
as possible.
(mode active up to 31 mph (50 km/h))
Sand
This mode allows little spin on the two driving wheels at the same time to allow
the vehicle to move forward and limit the risks of
getting stuck in the sand.
(mode active up to 75 mph (120 km/h))
The use of snow tyres is recommended, to
ensure that these systems remain effective
in winter conditions. All four wheels must be
fitted with tyres approved for the vehicle.
Trailer stability assist (TSA)
When towing, this system reduces the risk of the
vehicle or trailer swaying.
Operation
The system is activated automatically when the
ignition is switched on.
The electronic stability control (ESC) must not
have any faults.
If the system detects oscillations (snaking) in the
movement of the trailer at speeds between 35
and 100 mph (60 and 160 km/h), it acts on the
brakes to stabilise the trailer and, if necessary,
reduces the engine power to slow down the
vehicle.
The correction is signalled by the flashing of this indicator lamp in the instrument
panel and illumination of the brake lamps.
For information on the weights and towed loads,
refer to the "Technical data" section or the
registration certificate for your vehicle.
To ensure complete safety while driving with
a Towbar system, refer to the corresponding
section.
Operating fault
Should a fault occur with the system, this
warning lamp comes on in the instrument
panel, accompanied by the display of a message
and an audible signal.
If you continue to tow a trailer, reduce your
speed and drive carefully!
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
The trailer stability assist system offers increased safety in normal driving,
provided that the recommendations on towing
a trailer are observed. It should not
encourage the driver to take risks, such as
towing a trailer in adverse operating
conditions (overloading, failure to observe the
trailer nose weight, worn or under-inflated
tyres, faulty braking system, etc.) or drive at
too high a speed.
In certain cases, snaking of the trailer may not
be detected by the ESC system, particularly
with a light trailer.
When driving on slippery or poor surfaces, the
system may not be able to prevent sudden
snaking of the trailer.
Advanced Grip Control
(Depending on version)
A special, patented traction control system,
which improves driveability on snow, mud and
sand. This system, optimised for operation in a range
of conditions, enables you to manoeuvre in most
slippery conditions (encountered during normal
passenger car use).
This system, which can be combined with all-
season M+S (Mud and Snow) tyres, offers a
compromise between safety, grip and driveability.
The accelerator pedal should be pressed
sufficiently to allow the system to harness the
power of the engine. Operation at high engine
speeds is completely normal.
A five-position selector knob allows you to
choose the setting best suited to the driving
conditions encountered.
An indicator lamp associated with each mode
comes on, accompanied by the display of a
message to confirm your choice.
Operating modes