2022 CITROEN C5 Tyres

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Practical information
Observe the legislation in force in your
country relating to the use of snow
chains and maximum authorised speeds.
Use only chains designed to be fitted to the type
of wheel fitted to the vehicle:
Original tyre size Maximum link size 215/65 R17 9 mm
205/55 R19 9 mm
For more information, contact a CITROËN dealer
or a qualified workshop.
Installation tips
► To fit the snow chains during a journey, stop
the vehicle on a flat surface at the side of the
road.
►

Apply the parking brake and position any
wheel chocks under the wheels to prevent
movement of the vehicle.
►


Fit the snow chains following the instructions
provided by the manufacturer

.
►

Move off gently and drive for a few moments,
without exceeding 31

mph (50 km/h).
►

Stop the vehicle and check that the snow
chains are correctly tightened.
It is strongly recommended that you
practise fitting the snow chains on a level
and dry surface before setting off.
Avoid driving with snow chains on roads that have been cleared of snow to avoid
damaging the vehicle's tyres and the road
surface. If the vehicle is fitted with alloy
wheels, check that no part of the chain or its
fixings is in contact with the wheel rim.
Energy economy mode
This system manages the duration of use of
certain functions, in order to conserve a sufficient
level of charge in the battery with the ignition off.
After switching off the engine, you can still
use functions such as the audio and telematic
system, the wipers and the dipped beam
headlamps or courtesy lamps, for a combined
duration of approximately 40 minutes.
Selecting the mode
A confirmation message is displayed when
energy economy mode is entered, and the active
functions are placed on standby.
If a telephone call is in progress at the
time, it will be maintained for around 10
minutes via the audio system’s hands-free
system.
Exiting the mode
These functions are automatically reactivated the
next time the vehicle is used.
To restore the use of these functions
immediately, start the engine and let it run:
– For less than 10 minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately 5 minutes.
–

For more than 10 minutes, to use the
equipment for approximately 30 minutes.
Let the engine run for the specified duration to
ensure that the battery charge is sufficient.
T

o recharge the battery, avoid repeatedly or
continuously restarting the engine.
A flat battery prevents the engine from starting.
For more information on the 12
V battery,
refer to the corresponding section.
Load reduction mode
This system manages the use of certain
functions according to the level of charge
remaining in the battery.
When the vehicle is being driven, the load
reduction function temporarily deactivates certain
functions, such as the air conditioning and the
heated rear screen.
The deactivated functions are reactivated
automatically as soon as conditions permit.
Bonnet
Stop & Start
Before doing anything under the bonnet,
you must switch off the ignition to avoid any

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Practical information
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.
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
battery, refer to the corresponding section.
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.
Passenger compartment
filter
Depending on the environment and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. dusty atmosphere,
city driving), change it twice as often, if
necessary .
A clogged passenger compartment filter
can adversely affect air conditioning
system performance 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
necessary .
Oil filter
Change the oil filter each time the engine
oil is changed.
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, moisture, or in wintry conditions, ice can form on the
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency may
be reduced. Gently dab the brakes to dry and
defrost them.
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 the event of a
problem, 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 inflation pressure of all tyres, including the spare wheel, must be
checked on "cold” tyres.
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.
Under-inflation increases energy
consumption. Non-compliant tyre

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7pressures cause tyres to wear prematurely
and have an adverse effect on the vehicle's
road holding - risk of accident!
Driving with worn or damaged tyres reduces the
braking and road holding performance of the
vehicle. Regularly check the condition of the
tyres (tread and sidewalls) and rims as well as
the presence of the valve caps.
When the wear indicators no longer appear set
back from the tread, the depth of the grooves is
less than 1.6 mm; replace the tyres as soon as
possible.
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.
Always mark the direction of rotation on the tyres
that will be stored when fitting winter or summer
tyres. Store them in a cool, dry place and away
from direct exposure to the sun's rays.
Winter or 4-seasons tyres can be
identified by this symbol on their
sidewalls.
Shock absorbers
It is not easy for drivers to detect when
shock absorbers are worn. Nevertheless,
the shock absorbers have a major impact on
road holding and braking performance.
For your safety and driving comfort, it is
important to have them regularly checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
Timing and accessory kits
The timing and accessory kits are used
from the time the engine is started until it
is switched off. It is normal for them to wear over
time.
A
faulty timing or accessory kit can damage
the engine, rendering it unusable. Observe the
recommended replacement frequency, stated in
distance travelled or time elapsed, whichever is
reached first.
Free-wheeling
In certain situations, it is necessary to put the
vehicle in neutral (e.g. towing, on a rolling road,
automatic car wash (Wash mode), rail or sea
transport).
Never leave the vehicle unattended with
the vehicle into free-wheeling mode.
Keyless Entry and Starting
You must not depress the brake pedal
while switching the ignition on again, then
switching it off. If you do, the engine will start,
requiring you to restart the procedure.
/
Release procedure
► With the vehicle stationary and the engine
running, depress the brake pedal and select
mode
N.
Within 5
seconds:
►

Depress and hold the brake pedal, then
observe this order: switch off the engine and
move the push selector forwards or backwards.
►


Release the brake pedal, then switch on the
ignition.
►


Place your foot on the brake and press the
electric parking brake control to release it.
►


Release the brake pedal, then switch off the
ignition.
A message is displayed on the instrument panel to confirm the unlocking
of the wheels for 15 minutes.
When the vehicle is free-wheeling, the
audio system cannot be updated (message
displayed on the instrument panel).
After 15 minutes or to revert to normal
operation
► While depressing the brake pedal, restart the
engine and select mode P
.

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In the event of a breakdown
8Tyre inflation pressures are indicated on this label.
For more information on Identification
markings, particularly this label, refer to the
corresponding section.
Should the pressure of one or more tyres
be adjusted, it is necessary to reinitialise
the under-inflation detection system.
For more information on Tyre under-inflation
detection, refer to the corresponding section.
Repair procedure
Do not remove any foreign bodies (e.g.
nail, screw) which have penetrated into
the tyre.
►

Park the vehicle without obstructing traffic
and apply the parking brake.
►


Follow the safety instructions (hazard
warning lamps, warning triangle, high visibility
jacket, etc.) according to the legislation in force
in the country in which you are driving.
►


Switch the ignition off.
►


Uncoil
the pipe stowed under the compressor.


► Connect the pipe from the compressor to the
bottle of sealant.


► Turn the bottle of sealant over and secure it
in the notch provided on the compressor.
►

Remove the valve cap from the tyre to be
repaired, and place it in a clean place.


► Connect the hose from the bottle of sealant
to the valve of the tyre to be repaired and tighten
firmly
.
►

Check that the compressor switch is in
position

"O".
►

Fully uncoil the electric cable stowed under
the compressor

.
►

Connect the compressor's electric plug to the
vehicle's 12

V socket.
► Affix the speed limit sticker .
The speed limit sticker must be affixed
inside the vehicle in the area close to the
driver, to remind them that a wheel is in
temporary use.
►

Switch the ignition on.

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Technical data
Dimensions (mm)
These dimensions have been measured on an unladen vehicle.


* With folded mirrors.
** With unfolded mirrors.




Identification markings
Various visible markings for vehicle identification
and vehicle search.


A. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), under
the front passenger seat, on the crossbeam.
Stamped on the crossbeam.
B. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), on the
dashboard.
Printed on an adhesive label visible through the
windscreen.
C. Manufacturer's label.
Affixed to the right-hand door.
Bears the following information:
–

Manufacturer
’s name.
– European whole vehicle type approval
number .
–

V
ehicle Identification number (VIN).
–

Gross vehicle weight (GVW).
–


Gross train weight (GTW).
–


Maximum weight on the front axle.
–


Maximum weight on the rear axle.
D. T

yres/paint code label.
Affixed to the driver's door.
Bears the following information about the tyres:
–

T
yre pressures, unladen and laden.
–

T
yre specification, made up of the dimensions
and type as well as the load and speed indices.
–

Spare tyre inflation pressure.
Also indicates the paint colour code.
The vehicle may be originally equipped with tyres with higher load and speed
indices than those indicated on the label,
without affecting tyre pressure (on cold tyres).
In the event of a change in the type of tyres,
contact a CITROËN dealer for the tyre fits
approved for the vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
Fitting a wheel 169–170
Fitting roof bars
154–155
Fittings, boot

59
Fittings, interior

54
Fittings, rear

58
Flap, charging

150
Flap, fuel filler

140
Flashing indicators

62
Flat bed (recovery)

178
Fluid, brake

159
Fluid, engine coolant

159
Foglamps, rear

61, 172
Folding the rear seats

47–48
Folding/unfolding the door mirrors

46
Frequency (radio)

196
Fuel

8, 140
Fuel consumption

8, 19
Fuel tank

140
Fusebox, dashboard

173
Fusebox, engine compartment

173
Fuses

173
G
Gauge, fuel 140
Gearbox, automatic
93–96, 98, 160, 173
Gearbox, manual

98
Gear shift indicator ~ Gear efficiency
indicator

98
Glove box

54
H
Hands-free access 34–35
Hands-free tailgate
34–35
Hazard warning lamps

69, 165
Headlamp adjustment

63
Headlamps, automatic dipping

64–65
Headlamps, automatic illumination

63
Headlamps, halogen

63
Headlamps, main beam

64
Head restraints, front

42
Head restraints, rear

47–48
Head-up display

11
Heating

49
Heating, programmable

23, 53
Hi-Fi system

55
Highway Driver Assist

111
Hill start assist

98
Histogramme, fuel consumption

23
Horn

69
I
Ignition 90, 198
Ignition on
90
Immobiliser, electronic

89
Indicator, coolant temperature

19
Indicator, engine oil level

18
Indicators, direction

62
Inflating tyres

160, 184
Inflating tyres and accessories
(using the kit)

166, 168
Information, vehicle 10
Infrared camera
102
Instrument panel

10, 20–21, 103
Instrument panel (Rechargeable hybrid)

10
ISOFIX mountings

82, 85–86
J
Jack 165–166, 169
Jump starting
174
K
Key 25–26, 29–30
Key, electronic
27–28
Keyless Entry and Starting

25, 27–28, 89–90
Key not recognised

90–91
Key with remote control

25, 89
Kit, hands-free

193
Kit, puncture repair

165–166
Kit, temporary puncture repair

165–168
L
Labels, identification 184
Lamp, boot
60
Lamps, parking

62
Lamps, rear

172
Lams with Full LED technology

65
Lane assist

111, 116–117

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Alphabetical index
Lane departure warning active 129
Leather (care)
163
LEDs - Light-emitting diodes

62
Level, brake fluid

159
Level, engine coolant

19, 159
Level, engine oil

18, 158
Levels and checks

158–159
Level, screenwash fluid

66, 159
Light-emitting diodes - LEDs

62
Lighting dimmer

20
Lighting, directional

65
Lighting, exterior

61, 64
Lighting, guide-me home

63
Lighting, interior

57
Lighting, mood

57
Lighting, welcome

63
Loading

154–155
Load reduction mode

156
Locating your vehicle

26
Locking

26, 28
Locking from the inside

29
Locking the doors

29
Log, alerts

20
Long objects, transporting

58
Low fuel level

140
Lumbar

43
M
Mains socket (domestic network) 143–144
Maintenance (advice)
142, 162
Maintenance, routine

103, 159, 161
Manoeuvring aids (recommendations) 101
Map reading lamps
57
Markings, identification

184
Massage function

45
Massage, multi-point

45
Mat

57, 103
Menu short cuts

22
Mirror, rear view

47
Mirrors, door

46, 52, 131
Mirror, vanity

54
Mobile application

23, 53, 148, 150
Motor, electric

97, 141, 183
Motorised tailgate

32–33
Mountings, ISOFIX

82, 85–86
N
Net, luggage retaining 59
O
Obstacle detection 132
Oil change
158
Oil consumption

158
OIl, engine

158
On-board tools

60, 165–166
Opening the bonnet

157
Opening the boot

27, 32
Opening the doors

27, 31
Opening the windows

25
P
Pads, brake 160
Paint
162, 184
Paint colour code

184
Parcel shelf, rear

59
Parking brake, electric

91–93, 160
Parking sensors, audible and visual

132
Parking sensors, front

133
Parking sensors, rear

133
Passenger compartment temperature pre-
conditioning (Rechargeable hybrid)

23, 53
Pedestrian horn (Rechargeable hybrid)

70
Personalisation

11
Plates, identification

184
Port, USB

54, 58
Post Collision Safety Brake

73
Power

19
Power indicator (Rechargeable hybrid)

8, 19
Pressures, tyres

160, 167, 184
Pre-tensioning seat belts

76
Profiles

186
Protecting children

77, 79–84
Proximity Keyless Entry & Start

27
Puncture

166–167, 169
R
Radar (warnings) 102
Radio
195–196
Reading lamps

57
READY lamp

157

209
Alphabetical index
T
Tables of engines 182–183
Tables of fuses
173
Tailgate

32
Tank, fuel

140
Technical data

182–183
Telephone

193–194, 197–198
Temperature, coolant

19
Time (setting)

198
Tool box

60
Tools

165–166
Top Tether (fixing)

82, 85–86
Total distance recorder

20
Touch screen

21–23, 53
Touch-sensitive reading lamps

57
Towball, quickly detachable

151–154
Towbar

74, 150
Towbar with quickly detachable
towball

151–154
Towed loads

181–183
Towing another vehicle

178, 180
Traction battery charge

145
Traction battery (Rechargeable
hybrid)

19, 141–142, 148
Traction control (ASR)

73
Trailer

74, 150
Trailer stability assist (TSA)

74
Trajectory control systems

72
Triangle, warning

165
Trip computer

20–21
Trip distance recorder

20
Tyres

160, 184
Tyre under-inflation detection

100, 167
U
Under-inflation (detection) 100
Unlocking
25, 27
Unlocking from the inside

29
Unlocking the boot

25, 28
Unlocking the doors

29
Unlocking the tailgate

25, 28
Updating the time

198
V
Vehicle data recording and privacy 201
Ventilation
49
W
Wallbox (Rechargeable hybrid) 143–144, 149
Warning and indicator lamps
12
Warning lamp, driver's seat belt
not fastened

75
Warning lamps

12
Warning lamp, seat belts

75
Warnings and indicators

12–13
Washing

103
Washing (advice)

142, 162
Weights

181
Welcome lighting

64
Wheel, spare

160, 165–166, 169
Window controls

38
Windscreen, heated

53
Windscreen wipers

66
Wiper blades (changing) 67–68
Wipers
65
Wipers, automatic rain sensitive

66