2022 CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS lock

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Warning triangle
As a safety precaution, before leaving your
vehicle to set up and install the triangle, switch
on the hazard warning lamps and put on your
high visibility vest.
Storage compartment

There is a compartment in the interior trim of the
tailgate to store a triangle.
►
Open the tailgate.
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Release the cover by turning the screw a
quarter turn anti-clockwise.
Assembling and placing the triangle


For versions supplied with a triangle as original
equipment, refer to the illustration above.
For other versions, refer to the assembly
instructions provided with the triangle.
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Put the triangle in place behind the vehicle,
as required by local legislation.
Running out of fuel
(Diesel)
With Diesel engines, the fuel system must be
primed if you run out of fuel.
Before starting to prime the system, it is
essential to put at least 5 litres of Diesel into the
fuel tank.
For more information on Refuelling and
on Misfuel prevention (Diesel), refer to
the corresponding section.
BlueHDi 130 engines
► Switch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
►

W
ait around 1 minute and switch off the
ignition.
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Operate the starter motor to start the engine.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
do not keep trying, but restart the procedure.
BlueHDi 180 engines
► Switch on the ignition (without starting the
engine).
►

W
ait around 6 seconds and switch off the
ignition.
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Repeat the operation 10
times.
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Operate the starter motor to start the engine.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
do not keep trying, but restart the procedure.
Tool kit
Set of tools supplied with the vehicle.
Its content depends on your vehicle's equipment:
–

T
emporary puncture repair kit.
–

Spare wheel.
Accessing the tools

The tool kit is stored in the boot, under the floor.
To access it:
Versions with 2-position boot floor:
► Open the boot.
► Place the adjustable boot floor in the high
position.
Versions with folding boot carpet
(Rechargeable hybrid):
► Open the boot.
► Unfold the folding boot carpet by pulling its
handle until it is fully opened.

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With a tyre repaired using this type of kit,
do not exceed a speed of 50 mph
(80

km/h) and do not drive more than
125

miles (200 km).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the tyre changed.
Checking/adjusting tyre
pressures
The compressor can be used, without injecting
sealant, to check and, if necessary, adjust the
tyre pressures.
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Remove the valve cap from the tyre and keep
it in a clean place.
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Uncoil
the pipe stowed under the compressor.
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Screw the pipe onto the valve and tighten
firmly

.
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Check that the compressor switch is in
position " O

".
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Fully uncoil the electric cable stowed under
the compressor

.
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Connect
the compressor's electric plug to one
of the vehicle's 12
V sockets.
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Switch the ignition on.
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Start the compressor by placing the switch at
position " I

" and adjust the pressure to the value
shown on the vehicle's tyre pressure label. To
deflate: press the black button located on the
compressor pipe, near the valve connection.
If after 7 minutes the pressure of 2 bar is
not reached, the tyre is damaged;
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.
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Once the correct pressure is reached, put the
switch in position " O

".
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Remove the kit and stow it.
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Refit the cap on the valve.
Spare wheel
Scan the QR Code on page 3 to view
explanatory videos.
For more information on the Tool kit,
refer to the corresponding section.
Accessing the spare wheel

The spare wheel is stored in the boot, under the
floor.
To access the spare wheel, first refer to the
Tool
kit
section.
Depending on version, the spare wheel
may be a standard size steel or alloy
wheel.
In some countries, it is a ‘space saver’ wheel.
Removing the spare wheel

► Slacken the central nut.
► Remove the fastening device (nut and bolt).
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Lift the spare wheel towards you from the
rear

.
►

T
ake the wheel out of the boot.
Putting the spare wheel back in place
The punctured wheel cannot be put under the boot floor.


► Put the spare wheel back in place in its
housing.
► Slacken the nut on the bolt by a few turns.
► Position the fastening device (nut and bolt) in
the middle of the wheel.
► Tighten the central nut sufficiently to retain
the wheel correctly.
► Put the tool box back in place in the middle of
the wheel and clip it in place.
If there is no wheel in the well, the
fastening device (nut and bolt) cannot be
refitted.
Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does
not obstruct traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and non-slippery.
With a manual gearbox, engage first gear
to lock the wheels, apply the parking brake,
unless it is set to automatic mode, and switch
off the ignition.

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► Put the spare wheel back in place in its
housing.
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Slacken the nut on the bolt by a few turns.
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Position the fastening device (nut and bolt) in
the middle of the wheel.
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T
ighten the central nut sufficiently to retain
the wheel correctly.
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Put the tool box back in place in the middle of
the wheel and clip it in place.
If there is no wheel in the well, the
fastening device (nut and bolt) cannot be
refitted.
Removing a wheel
Parking the vehicle
Immobilise the vehicle where it does
not obstruct traffic: the ground must be level,
stable and non-slippery.
With a manual gearbox, engage first gear
to lock the wheels, apply the parking brake,
unless it is set to automatic mode, and switch
off the ignition.
With an automatic gearbox, select mode P
to lock the wheels, apply the parking brake,
unless it is set to automatic mode, and switch
off the ignition.
Check that the parking brake indicator lamps
on the instrument panel are on fixed.
The occupants must get out of the vehicle
and wait where they are safe.
If necessary, place a chock under the wheel
diagonally opposite the wheel to be changed.
Never go underneath a vehicle raised using a
jack; use an axle stand.
Wheel with wheel trim
When removing the wheel , first remove
the wheel trim by pulling at the valve aperture
using the wheelbrace.
When refitting the wheel , refit the wheel
trim, starting by placing its aperture in line
with the valve and then pushing it into place
all round its edge with the palm of your hand.




► To remove the wheel bolt cover on each of
the bolts, use tool 7 (alloy wheels).
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Fit security socket
2 on wheelbrace
5
to
slacken the security bolt.
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Slacken the other bolts using the
wheelbrace


5
only.


► Place the foot of jack 6 on the ground and
ensure that it is directly below the front A or
rear
B jacking point on the underbody, whichever
is closest to the wheel to be changed.

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Front lamps
Model A

1.Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps/Direction
indicators (LED)
2. Dipped beam/main beam headlamps (LED)
Model B

1.Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps/Direction
indicators (LED)
2. Dipped beam headlamps (LED)
3. Main beam headlamps (LED)
Model C

1.Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps (LED)
2. Direction indicators (WY21W)
3. Dipped beam headlamps (LED)
4. Main beam headlamps (LED)
Model D

1.Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps /Direction
indicators (LED)
2. Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).
3. Main beam headlamps (HB3-65W)
Model E

1.Daytime running lamps/Sidelamps (LED)
2. Direction indicators (WY21W)
3. Dipped beam headlamps (H7-55W).
4. Main beam headlamps (HB3-65W)
Direction indicators
Rapid flashing of the indicator lamp for a
direction indicator
(left or right) indicates
that one of the bulbs on the corresponding
side has failed.


► Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn
anti-clockwise.
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Pull the bulb and bulb holder assembly
backwards.
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Replace the bulb.
Amber-coloured bulbs, such as the direction indicators, must be replaced by
bulbs with identical colour and specifications.
Main beam headlamps


► Remove the protective cover.
► Disconnect the bulb connector.
► Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise.
► Remove the bulb and replace it.
Dipped beam headlamps


► Remove the protective cover.
► Disconnect the bulb connector.
► Turn the bulb a quarter turn anti-clockwise
and replace it.
Foglamps (P21W)


► Insert a flat screwdriver into the hole in the
trim.

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8► Remove the protective cover.
► Disconnect the bulb connector .
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T
urn the bulb holder anti-clockwise.
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Remove the bulb and replace it.
Dipped beam headlamps


► Remove the protective cover .
► Disconnect the bulb connector .
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T
urn the bulb a quarter turn anti-clockwise
and replace it.
Foglamps (P21W)


► Insert a flat screwdriver into the hole in the
trim.
► Pull and lever to unclip the foglamp trim.
► With a Torx screwdriver, remove the two
module fixing screws.
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Remove the module from its housing.

► Disconnect the bulb holder connector .
► T urn the bulb holder a quarter turn and
remove it.
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Replace the unit.
To replace this type of bulb, you can also contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Rear lamps

1. Brake lamps (LED)
2. Sidelamps
(LED)
3. Direction indicators (WY21W)
4. Reversing lamps (W16W)
5. Foglamps (P21W)
Direction indicators (on the wings)

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► Open the tailgate, then unclip the access
cover on the side in question.
►

Unblock the lamp fixing nut with a 10
mm box
spanner.
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T
o avoid losing the nut in the wing trim if it
drops, first place a cloth below it.
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Manually unscrew and remove the lamp
fixing nut.
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Disengage the retaining clip, while slightly
pushing the lamp back.


► From the outside, carefully remove the lamp
by pulling it to the rear , then up.
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Disengage the cable sleeve from the body
panel.
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T
urn the bulb holder a quarter turn using a
universal pair of pliers, if necessary, and pull it
out.
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Remove the bulb and replace it.
Reversing lamps (on the tailgate)

► Open the tailgate, then insert a flat
screwdriver into the cut-out to unclip the access
cover on the side in question.
►

Unblock the lamp fixing nut with a 10
mm box
spanner.
►

Manually unscrew and remove the lamp
fixing nut.
►


Disengage the retaining clip, while slightly
pushing the lamp back.


► From the outside, carefully remove the lamp
by pulling it to the rear .
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Disconnect the lamp connector by pressing
on each side.
► Turn the bulb holder a quarter turn and
remove it.
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Remove the bulb and replace it.
Foglamps

These bulbs are replaced from outside the rear
bumper.
►
Pass your hand under the bumper
.
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T
urn the bulb holder a quarter turn and
remove it.
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T
urn the bulb a quarter turn and replace it.
When changing the bulb within a few
minutes of switching off the ignition, take
care not to touch the exhaust - risk of burns!
Number plate lamps (W5W)

► Insert a thin screwdriver into one of the cut-
outs in the lens.
► Push it outwards to unclip it.
► Remove the lens.
► Replace the faulty bulb.
To refit, press the lens to clip it in.
Interior lighting
Courtesy lampsFront courtesy lamp

Rear courtesy lamp

For the replacement of these bulbs, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

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► Stop all power consumption.
► Immobilise the vehicle and switch the ignition
off.
►

Identify the defective fuse using the current
allocation tables and diagrams.
T

o replace a fuse, it is essential to:
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Use the special tweezers to extract the fuse
from its housing and check the condition of its
filament.
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Always replace the failed fuse with a fuse of
the same rating (same colour); use of a different
rating may cause malfunctions - risk of fire!
If the fault recurs after replacing a fuse, have the
electrical system checked by a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
The fuse allocation tables and the corresponding diagrams are available
from a CITROËN dealer or from a qualified
workshop.
The replacement of a fuse not shown in the allocation tables may cause a serious
malfunction of your vehicle. Contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.


Good
Failed


Tweezers
Installing electrical accessories
Your vehicle's electrical system is
designed to operate with standard or optional
equipment.
Before installing other electrical equipment
or accessories on your vehicle, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
CITROËN accepts no responsibility for
the cost incurred in repairing your vehicle
or for rectifying malfunctions resulting from
the installation of accessories not supplied
and not recommended by CITROËN and not
installed in accordance with specifications, in
particular when the combined power
consumption of all of the additional equipment
connected exceeds 10 milliamperes.
Fuses in the dashboard
The fusebox is located in the lower dashboard
(left-hand side).
To access the fuses, follow the same procedure
as described for accessing the fuse replacement
tools.
Lower fusebox

Fuse No. Rating
(Amps) Functions
F4 15Horn.
F6 20Front and rear screenwash pump.
F7 10Rear 12 V USB socket.
F8 20Rear wiper.
F10 30Locking/unlocking of the doors and fuel filler flap.
F14 5Alarm (unit).
F18 5Trailer power supply.
F28 5Alarm (siren), additional heating/ventilation remote control receiver.
F29 20Touch screen (CITROËN Connect Radio or CITROËN Connect Nav).

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8Lower fusebox

Fuse No.Rating
(Amps) Functions
F4 15Horn.
F6 20Front and rear screenwash pump.
F7 10Rear 12
V USB socket.
F8 20Rear wiper.
F10 30Locking/unlocking of the doors and fuel filler flap.
F14 5Alarm (unit).
F18 5Trailer power supply.
F28 5Alarm (siren), additional heating/ventilation remote control receiver.
F29 20Touch screen (CITROËN Connect Radio or CITROËN Connect Nav).