2022 CITROEN C5 boot

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Ease of use and comfort
3Boot fittings

1.Load space cover shelf or roller
2. Boot lamp
3. 12
V socket
4. Stowing rings
5. Rigid boot floor or hinged boot carpet
(Rechargeable hybrid)
Storage well
6. Side storage well
The stowing rings are designed to secure
luggage using different types of retaining
nets or suitable straps.
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Load space cover shelf

To remove the load space cover shelf:
► unhook the two cords,
►

gently lift the shelf, then remove it.
When sharp deceleration occurs, objects
placed on the load space cover shelf can
turn into projectiles.
Load space cover roller
Installation

► Unwind the roller until it reaches the boot
pillars.
►

Insert the guides of the roller into the hooks
on the boot pillars.
Winding
► Unclip the two sides at the same time.
► Hold the two roller guides and guide the roller
as it reels in properly
.

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Ease of use and comfort
Removal

► Compress the right side of the roller and lift it
on the right then on the left.
Depending on version, the roller can be
stored under the boot floor.
12 V accessory socket
► To connect a 12 V accessory (maximum
power: 120 W), lift the cover and plug in a
suitable adaptor.
►

Switch on the ignition.
The connection of an electrical device not approved by CITROËN, such as a
USB charger, may adversely affect the
operation of vehicle electrical systems,
causing faults such as poor radio reception or
interference with displays in the screens.
Storage well

To access it:
► Open the boot.
►

Lift the boot carpet by pulling its handle.
Depending on version, it includes:
–


A
temporary puncture repair kit with the tool
kit.
–

A
spare wheel with the tool kit.
–

The traction battery charging cable
(Rechargeable hybrid).
Boot lamp
It comes on automatically when the boot is
opened and goes off automatically when the
boot is closed.
The lighting time varies according to the
circumstances:
–

When the ignition is off, approximately 10
minutes.
–


In energy saving mode, approximately 30
seconds.
–


With the engine running, unlimited.

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Lighting and visibility
4Headlamp beam height
adjustment




To avoid dazzling other road users, the height
of the headlamp beams must be adjusted
according to the load in the vehicle.
0 (Initial setting) Driver only or driver + front passenger
1 5 people
2 5 people + load in the boot
3 Driver only + load in the boot
4 5 6 Not used
Automatic illumination of
lamps
With the lighting control stalk in the “ AUTO”
position and if a low level of exterior brightness
is detected by the rain/sunshine sensor, the
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 rain/
sunshine sensor, the vehicle’s lamps
come on and this warning lamp is displayed on
the instrument panel, accompanied by an
audible signal and/or the display of a message.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor
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 rain/sunshine sensor
may detect sufficient light. For this
reason, the lighting will not come on
automatically.
The inner surface of the windscreen may become misted up and affect the proper
operation of the rain/sunshine sensor.
In humid and cold weather, demist the
windscreen regularly.
Guide-me-home and
welcome lighting
Guide-me-home lighting
Automatic
With the ring of the lighting control stalk in the
"AUTO” position and when the light is poor, the
dipped beam headlamps come on automatically
when the ignition is switched off.
You can activate/deactivate and adjust the duration of the guide-me-home
lighting in the Settings
> Vehicle touch screen
application.
Manual

► With the ignition off, pull the lighting control
stalk towards you ("headlamp flash") to activate/
deactivate the function.
Manual guide-me-home lighting goes off
automatically after a period of time.
Welcome lighting
This system automatically switches on:

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Driving
For versions fitted with Proximity Keyless
Entry and Start, the electronic key is also
detected in the boot.
If there is still a problem, refer to the "Key
not detected - Back-up starting or Back-up
switch-off" section.
Starting
► Select mode P or N on the automatic
gearbox, then depress the brake pedal.


► Press the " START/STOP" button while
maintaining pressure on the pedal until the
engine starts.
In all circumstances, if one of the starting
conditions is not met, a message is displayed.
In some circumstances, a message indicates
that it is necessary to turn the steering wheel
while pressing the " START/STOP" button to
assist unlocking of the steering column.
Petrol engines
With Petrol engines, after a cold start,
pre-heating the catalytic converter can cause
noticeable engine vibrations, for anything up
to 2 minutes (accelerated idle speed).
Starting rechargeable hybrid
vehicles
► Fully depress the brake pedal and press
the START/STOP button for approximately 2
seconds.
► Keep you r foot on the pedal until this
indicator lamp comes on, indicating the
activation of the rechargeable hybrid system
(confirmed by an audible signal).
To exit Park mode, wait for the READY indicator lamp to come on.
By default, the system starts in Electric mode.
Depending on certain parameters (battery
charge level or outside temperature), the system
determines whether it is necessary to start the
petrol engine.
It is possible to change the driving mode at any
time using the mode selector.
When the vehicle starts in electric mode,
it makes no noise.
Pay particular attention to pedestrians and
cyclists who may not hear the vehicle coming
despite the pedestrian horn.
Switching off
► Deactivate cruise control alone or Highway
Driver Assist (depending on version).
►

Immobilise the vehicle using the parking
brake.
►


Select mode
P on the automatic gearbox.
► Press the "START/STOP" button.
► For rechargeable hybrid vehicles, before
leaving the vehicle, check that the READY

indicator lamp is switched off.
The automatic gearbox locks in mode P.
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the
engine will not stop.
With the engine off, the braking and
steering assistance systems are also cut
off - risk of loss of control of the vehicle!
Never leave your vehicle with the
electronic key still inside.
Switching on the ignition
without starting the engine
With the electronic key in the passenger
compartment, pressing the " START/STOP"
button, without depressing any of the pedals ,
allows the ignition to be switched on without
starting the engine.
►

Press this button again to switch off the
ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked.
Key not detected
Back-up starting
A back-up reader is fitted to the steering column,
to enable the engine to be started if the system

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Driving
6The system refuses to activate cruise control, as
the necessary conditions are not fulfilled.
Stop & Go function
The system has brought the
vehicle to a complete stop.
(green)/(green)
Within 3 seconds of stopping, the vehicle
gradually and automatically begins moving
again.
Beyond 3 seconds of stopping, the driver must
accelerate or press 2-I I> to move off.
If the driver takes no action after the
vehicle has been stopped, the electric
parking brake is applied automatically after
about 5 minutes.
While the vehicle is immobilised, the
following recommendations apply:
–

The driver should not leave the vehicle.
–


Do not open the boot.
–


Do not drop off or pick up passengers.
–


Do not engage reverse gear
.
When restarting the vehicle, beware of
cyclists, pedestrians or animals who are
not taken into account by the system.
The driver must monitor their surroundings.
Operating limits
Cruise control operates by day and night, in dry
weather or moderate rainfall.
Certain situations cannot be managed by the
system and require driver intervention.
Cases not taken into account by the system:
–

Pedestrians, cyclists, animals.
–


Stationary vehicles (e.g.
traffic jams,
breakdown).


– Vehicles crossing your lane.
– V ehicles driving in the opposite direction.
Situations where the driver must suspend the
system:


– Vehicles in a tight bend.
– When approaching a roundabout.

– When following a narrow vehicle.
Reactivate the system when conditions allow .
Situations in which the driver is prompted to
immediately resume control:
–

Excessively sharp deceleration by the vehicle
in front of you.


– When a vehicle cuts in sharply between your
vehicle and the one in front.
Some vehicles on the road may be
poorly perceived or interpreted by the
camera and/or the radar (e.g.
truck), which
can lead to an incorrect evaluation of
distances and result in inappropriate
acceleration or braking of the vehicle.
Pay particular attention:
– When motorcycles are present and
when there are vehicles staggered across the
traffic lane.

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Driving
The rear parking sensors are deactivated automatically if a trailer or bicycle carrier
is connected to a towing device installed in
accordance with the Manufacturer's
recommendations.
In this case, the outline of a trailer is displayed
at the rear of the image of the vehicle.
When starting the vehicle, the graphic
and audible aids are only available after
the touch screen has started up.
Operating limits
If the boot is heavily loaded, the vehicle may tilt,
affecting distance measurements.
Malfunction
In the event of a malfunction when
changing into reverse gear, these
warning lamps light up on the instrument panel,
accompanied by the display of a message and
an audible signal (short beep).
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Top Rear Vision
For more information, refer to the
General recommendations on the use
of driving and manoeuvring aids .When reverse gear is engaged, with the engine
running, this system displays views of the
vehicle's close surroundings
on the touch screen
using a camera located at the rear of the vehicle.




The screen is divided into 3 parts with a side
menu, a contextual view and a view from above
the vehicle in its close surroundings.
The parking sensors supplement the information
in the view from above the vehicle.
Different contextual views are available:
–
Automatic zoom view
.
–

Standard view
.
–

Panoramic view
.
Depending on the context, the system chooses
the best view to display (standard or automatic
zoom).
The view type can be changed at any time
during the manoeuvre.
The system status is not saved when the ignition
is switched off.
Operating principle

Using the camera, the vehicle's close
surroundings are recorded during low speed
manoeuvres.
An image from above the vehicle in its close
surroundings is created in real time (on the side
of the screen), as the vehicle progresses.
This view makes it easier to align the vehicle
when parking and to perceive nearby obstacles.
It is automatically deleted if the vehicle remains
stationary for too long.
Configuration
In the side menu, this menu allows you to
carry out the following operations:
–

volume adjustment of the audible signal.
–


brightness adjustment.
–


contrast adjustment.
–


activation/deactivation of camera washing
(depending on version).
Activation/Deactivation
To activate the camera, engage reverse gear.

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Practical information

This label is intended solely for use by firefighters and maintenance services in
the event of any work on the vehicle.
No other person must touch the device shown
on this label.
In the event of an accident or impact
to the vehicle’s underbody
In these situations, the electrical
circuit or the
traction battery can be seriously damaged.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch
off the ignition.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
When washing
Before washing the vehicle, always
check that the charging flap is closed
correctly.
Never wash the vehicle while the battery is
on charge.
High-pressure washing
To avoid damaging the electrical
components, it is expressly prohibited to
use high-pressure washing in the engine
compartment or under the body.
Do not use a pressure greater than 80 bar
when washing the bodywork.
Never allow water or dust to enter the
connector or charging nozzle - risk of
electrocution or fire!
Never connect / disconnect the charging
nozzle or cable with wet hands - risk of
electrocution!
Traction battery
The Li-ion (Lithium-ion) traction battery stores
the electrical energy needed to propel the
vehicle.
It is located in the boot.
The traction battery's range varies depending
on the type of driving, the route, the use of
thermal comfort equipment and the ageing of its
components.
The traction battery ageing depends on several factors, such as climatic
conditions and the distance travelled.
To preserve the mileage of your vehicle and the durability of your traction battery,
CITROËN recommends that you:
–

Do not fully charge the battery of your
electric vehicle daily (charge the traction
battery below 80% as often as possible).
–


Do not completely discharge the battery
.
– Do not store the vehicle for a long period
of non-use (more than 12 hours) when the
traction battery has a low or high charge level.
Prefer a charge level between 20 and 40%.
–

Limit the use of fast charging.
–


Do not expose the vehicle to temperatures
below -30°C and above +60°C for more than
24 hours.
–


A
void charging the vehicle at negative
temperatures (except if the vehicle ran more
than 20 minutes) or above +30°C.
–

Do not use the vehicle's traction battery as
a generator of energy

.
–

Do not use a generator to recharge your
vehicle's traction battery

.
In the event of damage to the traction
battery
It is strictly prohibited to work on the vehicle
yourself.
Do not touch liquids coming from the battery,
and in the event of skin contact with these
products, wash abundantly with water and
contact a doctor as soon as possible.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop to have the system checked.
Disposal of the traction battery
The traction battery is designed for the life of the
vehicle if the recommendations of CITROËN are
followed.

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Practical information
7If in doubt, during charging, do not remain
inside or near the vehicle, near the charging
cable or the charging unit, even for a short time.
Before charging
Depending on the context:
►

Have a professional check that the
electrical system to be used complies with
applicable standards and is compatible with
the vehicle.
►


Have a professional electrician install
a dedicated domestic power socket or
accelerated charging unit (W

allbox)
compatible with the vehicle.
Use the charging cable supplied with the
vehicle.
For more information, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
During charging
As a safety measure, the engine will
not start if the charging cable is plugged into
the connector on the vehicle. A warning is
displayed on the instrument panel.
While charging is in progress, unlocking the
vehicle will cause the charging to stop.
If no action is taken on one of the openings
(door or boot) or on the charging nozzle, the
vehicle will lock again after 30 seconds and
charging will resume automatically.
Never work under the bonnet:
–

Some areas remain very hot, even an hour
after charging ends - risk of burns!
– The fan may start at any time - risk of cuts
or strangulation!
After charging
Check that the charging flap is closed.
Do not leave the cable connected to the
domestic power socket - risk of short-circuit
or electrocution in the event of contact with or
immersion in water!
Charging procedure
Connection
► Before charging, check that the gear selector
is in mode P and the ignition is off, otherwise
charging is impossible.
►

Open the charging flap by pressing the top
right push-button, and check that there are
no foreign bodies on the vehicle's charging
connector

.
The light guides in the flap come on white.
Domestic charging (mode 2)



► First, connect the charging cable from the
control unit to the domestic socket.
When the connection is made, all of the indicator
lamps on the control unit light up, then only the
POWER
indicator lamp remains on in green.
►

Remove the protective cover from the
charging nozzle.
►


Insert the nozzle into the vehicle's charging
connector

.
The start of charging is confirmed by the flashing
of the green light guides in the flap and the
flashing of the
CHARGE indicator lamp in green
on the control unit.
If this is not the case, charging has not started;
restart the procedure, ensuring that all of the
connections are properly established.
The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to
indicate that the nozzle is locked.
Accelerated charging (mode 3)