2022 CITROEN C5 ignition

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Ease of use and comfort
3Driving position
Correct seating position
Adopting a good driving position contributes to
improving driver comfort and protection.
It also optimises interior and exterior visibility as
well as access to controls.
Certain seat adjustments described in this
section depend on the trim level and the country
in which the vehicle is sold.
Driver’s side

Sit fully back in the seat with your pelvis, back
and shoulders in contact with the seat backrest.
Adjust the seat cushion height so that your eyes
are level with the centre of the windscreen.
The head should be at a minimum distance of
10 cm from the roof.
Adjust the longitudinal position of the seat so
that you can fully depress the pedals with legs
slightly flexed.
The distance between the knees and the
dashboard should be at least 10 cm, for easy
access to the dashboard controls.
Adjust the backrest angle to as vertical a position
as possible; never tilt it more than 25°.
Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is
level with the top of the head.
Adjust the lumbar support so that it conforms to
the shape of the spine.
Adjust the steering wheel so that it is at least
25
cm from the sternum and you can hold it with
the arms slightly bent.
The steering wheel should not hide the
instrument panel.
As a safety precaution, adjust the seats only when the vehicle is stationary.
Electrically-adjustable seats
Switch the ignition on to enable the
adjustments to be made.
Passenger’s side

Sit fully back in the seat with the pelvis, back and
shoulders in contact with the seat backrest.
Adjust the longitudinal position of the seat so that
you are at a distance of at least 25
cm from the
dashboard.
Adjust the head restraint so that its upper edge is
level with the top of the head.
Before moving off
Adjust the interior and exterior door mirrors to
reduce blind spots.
Fasten the seat belt: place the diagonal belt in
the middle of the shoulder and adjust the lap belt
so that it is tightened across the pelvis.
Ensure that all passengers have fastened their
seat belts correctly.
Electric door mirrors
Switch the ignition on to enable the
adjustments to be made.

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Memorising driving
positions
Associated with the electrically-adjusted driver’s
seat, this function allows two driving positions
to be memorised, to make these adjustments
easier if there are frequent driver changes.
This takes into account the electric settings for
the seat, the door mirrors and the extended
head-up display.


Using buttons 1/2/M
► Enter the vehicle and switch the ignition on.
►

Adjust the seat, the door mirrors and the
extended head-up display

.
►

Press button
M, then press button 1 or 2
within 4 seconds.
An audible signal confirms the memorisation.
Memorising a new position cancels the previous
position.
Recalling a stored position
While the seat is moving, take care that
no person or object hinders the
automatic movement of the seat. With the ignition on or engine running
►

Press button
1 or 2 to recall the
corresponding position.
An audible signal sounds when adjustment is
complete.
You can interrupt the current movement by
pressing button M, 1 or 2 or by using one of the
seat adjustment controls.
A stored position cannot be recalled while
driving.
The recalling of stored positions is deactivated
45 seconds after switching off the ignition.
Heated seats



The function is active only with the engine
running, when the outdoor temperature is lower
than 20°C (68 °F).
►
Press the button corresponding to the seat.
►


Each press changes the heating level; the
corresponding number of indicator lamps come
on.
►


T
o switch off the heating, press the button
until all of the indicator lamps are off.
The system status is memorised when the
ignition is switched off.
Do not use the function when the seat
is not occupied.
Reduce the heating intensity as soon as
possible.
When the seat and passenger compartment
have reached a satisfactory temperature,
switch the function off; reducing electrical
consumption in turn decreases energy
consumption.
Prolonged use of heated seats is not
recommended for people with sensitive
skin.
There is a risk of burns for people whose
perception of heat is impaired (e.g.
illness,
taking medication).
To keep the heated pad intact and to prevent
a short circuit:
–

Do not place heavy or sharp objects on the
seat.
–


Do not kneel or stand on the seat.
–


Do not spill liquids onto the seat.
–


Never use the heating function if the seat
is damp.

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3Ventilated seats
Activation/Deactivation
In the Seat Options touch screen
application, select the Ventilated Seats
tab.
The page is displayed with the last memorised
settings for the driver and the passenger.
If the settings are suitable, press to
activate/deactivate the function.
If no action is taken, the display returns to its
initial state.
The function status is not memorised when the
ignition is switched off.
Changing settings
► In the Ventilated Seats page, select an
intensity from the three preset levels “ 1” (Low),
“2” (Normal) or “3” (High).
The settings are memorised when the ignition is
switched off.
Multipoint massage
System with a choice of type of massage and
adjustment of its intensity.
This system operates with the engine running, as
well as in STOP mode of the
Stop & Start.
Activation/Deactivation
In the Seat Options touch screen
application, select the Massage tab.
►

Select the driver or passenger seat.
The corresponding page is displayed with the
last memorised settings.
If the settings are suitable, press to
activate/deactivate the function in the
Seat Options application.
If no action is taken, the display returns to its
initial state.
The system status is not saved when the ignition
is switched off.
Changing settings
► In the Massage tab, select the seat
concerned.
►

Select a massage intensity from the three
preset levels " 1

" (Low), “2" (Normal) or "3"
(High).
►

Select another type of massage from those
offered.
The modifications are taken into account
immediately and memorised when the ignition is
switched off.
Once activated, the system starts a one hour
massage cycle, made up of sequences of 6
minutes of massage followed by 3 minutes at
rest.
The system stops automatically at the end of the
cycle.
Steering wheel
adjustment


► When stationary , pull the control to release
the steering wheel.
►

Adjust the height and reach to suit your
driving position.
►


Push the control to lock the steering wheel.
For safety reasons, these adjustments
must only be carried out with the vehicle
stationary.
Heated steering wheel
(Depending on country of sale.)
In cold weather, this function heats the circular
part of the steering wheel.
This function can be activated when outdoor
temperature is lower than 20°C (68 °F).

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► With the engine running, press this button to
activate/deactivate the function (confirmed by an
indicator lamp).
The function is automatically deactivated when
the engine is switched off.
Mirrors
Door mirrors
As a safety measure, the mirrors should be adjusted to reduce the "blind spots".
The objects that you can see in the mirrors
are in fact closer than they appear. Take this
into account to correctly judge the distance of
vehicles approaching from behind.
Adjustment



► Turn control A to the right or to the left to
select the corresponding mirror.
►
Move the control in any of the four directions
to adjust.
►


Return the control to the central position.
Folding
Automatic: lock the vehicle using the electronic
key.
Manual: with the ignition on, move control
A downwards.
If the mirrors are folded using control A,
they will not unfold when the vehicle is
unlocked.
Unfolding
Automatic: unlock the vehicle using the
electronic key.
Manual: with the ignition on, move control A
upwards.
The mirrors can be folded manually if necessary.
Automatic folding/unfolding of the door mirrors is configured in the Settings
>
Vehicle touch screen application.
Before using an automatic car wash, fold the
mirrors.
Automatic tilting in reverse gear
Depending on version, this function allows you to
automatically tilt the mirrors downwards to assist
with parking manoeuvres in reverse gear.
With the engine running, on engaging reverse
gear, the mirror glasses tilt downwards.
They each return to their original positions:
–

A
few seconds after coming out of reverse
gear.
–

Once the vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph
(10

km/h).
–

When the engine is switched off.
It is configured in the Settings > Vehicle
touch screen application.
Demisting/Defrosting
The demisting/defrosting of the door mirrors works with the demisting/
defrosting of the rear screen.
For more information on Rear screen
demisting/defrosting , refer to the
corresponding section.

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according to the recommendations in the
Manufacturer’s service schedule.
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning systems
only operate when the engine is running.
Temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system to maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment.
For more information on the Stop & Start,
refer to the corresponding section.
Ventilation with the ignition on
When the ignition is switched on, you can use
the ventilation system to adjust the air flow
settings and the air distribution in the passenger
compartment, for a period which depends on the
battery charge.
This function does not operate the air
conditioning.
Dual-zone automatic air
conditioning
This system automatically controls the activation
of the air conditioning system, regulating the
temperature, air flow and air distribution inside
the passenger compartment.
To adjust the system, use the central controls or press the Climate application
button of the touch screen to display the system
command page.
Central controls
Touch screen
1. Temperature adjustment (left side)
Air conditioning on/off
2. Temperature adjustment (right side)
Maximum air conditioning
3. Air flow adjustment
Automatic air conditioning
4. Recirculation of interior air
5. Front demisting/defrosting
6. Rear screen demisting/defrosting
7. Access to Climate application
8. Air distribution adjustment
9. Automatic air conditioning setting
10. Temperature synchronisation
11 . Clean Cabin function
12. Preconditioning
Temperature adjustment
The driver and front passenger can each choose
their own temperature setting. The value indicated corresponds to a level of
comfort and not to a precise temperature.
►

T
urn the knob 1 or 2 of the central controls to
increase (red) or decrease (blue) the value.
It is recommended that you avoid a difference of
more than 3°C in the settings for left and right.
Temperature
synchronisation
The driver side temperature setting is applied to
the passenger side.
►

Press button
10 to activate/deactivate the
function.
The function is automatically deactivated if the
passenger uses their temperature adjustment
buttons.
Automatic air conditioning
This automatic mode ensures optimum
management of the passenger compartment
temperature, air flow and air distribution, based
on the selected comfort level.
►

Press knob
3 of the central controls to
activate or deactivate the air conditioning
system's automatic mode.
The indicator lamp in the button lights up
when the air conditioning system is operating
automatically.
The intensity of the automatic air conditioning
is modulated by choosing one of the following
settings:

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Operating conditions
– The function is only activated when the
ignition is switched off and the
vehicle
locked.
–

When the vehicle is not connected, the
function is only activated if the battery charge
level is greater than 20%.
–


When the vehicle is not connected and a
recurring programme is active (e.g. from Monday
to Friday), if two temperature pre-conditioning
sequences are run without the vehicle being
used, the programme will be deactivated.
Front fittings

1. Sun visor
2.Glove box
3. Door pockets
4. Front USB socket/12 V socket (120 W)
Storage compartment
Wireless smartphone charger
5. Cup holder
6. Storage compartment or Smartphone storage
7. Front armrest with storage
Front USB socket
8. Rear USB sockets
Make sure you do not leave any item in
the passenger compartment which could
act like a magnifying glass under the effect of
the sun's rays and cause a fire - risk of fire or
damage to interior surfaces!
Sun visor
► With the ignition on, raise the concealing
flap; depending on the version, the mirror is
illuminated automatically.
This sun visor is also equipped with a ticket
holder.
Glove box
► To open the glove box, push the button.
With the ignition on, the glove box is lit when
open (depending on version).
It houses the front passenger airbag deactivation
switch.
Never drive with the glove box open
when a passenger is at the front. It may
cause injury during sharp deceleration!
12 V accessory socket



► To use a 12 V accessory (max. power:
120 W), connect a suitable adaptor.
You can use this socket to connect a telephone
charger, a bottle warmer, etc.
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.
USB sockets
These symbols determine the type of use of a USB socket:
Power supply and recharging.

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3Likewise, plus exchange of multimedia
data with the audio system and use of
smartphone applications with the touch screen.


The centre console is fitted with one or two USB
sockets, depending on version.
USB sockets allow the connection of a portable
device.
The USB socket located at the front of the centre console also
allows a smartphone to be connected by Android
Auto
® or CarPlay®, enabling certain smartphone
applications to be used on the touch screen.
For best results, use a cable made or approved
by the device manufacturer.
These applications can be managed using the
steering-mounted controls or the audio system
controls.
When the USB socket is used, the
portable device charges automatically.
While charging, a message is displayed if the
power drawn by the portable device exceeds
the current supplied by the vehicle.
For more information about how to use this
equipment, refer to the sections describing
the audio and telematics systems.
CITROËN HiFi System
(Depending on version)

The vehicle is equipped with a high-fidelity
acoustic system.
10 speakers offer the pleasure of pure and
detailed sound inside the vehicle:
–

2 tweeters and 2 woofers in the front
–


2 tweeters and 2 woofers in the rear
–


1 speaker in the central area of the dashboard
–


1 subwoofer under the trunk carpet
Storage compartment

► To open the front storage compartment, slide
the cover by pressing on the front central part.
Wireless smartphone
charger




This system allows wireless charging of a
portable device such as a smartphone, using the
magnetic induction principle, in accordance with
the Qi 1.1 standard.
The portable device to be charged must be
compatible with the Qi standard, either by design
or by using a compatible holder or shell.
A mat can also be used provided that it is
approved by the Manufacturer.
The charging area is identified by the Qi symbol.
The charger works with the engine running and
with the Stop & Start system in STOP mode.
Charging is managed by the smartphone.
With the Keyless Entry and Starting system, the
charger’s operation may be briefly disrupted
when a door is opened or the ignition is switched
off.
Charging
► Open the flap to access the charging area.

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3Mats
Fitting

When fitting it on the driver's side, only use
the mountings present on the carpet (a "click"
indicates proper locking).
The other mats are simply laid over the carpet.
Removing/refitting
► To remove it on the driver's side, move the
seat backwards and unclip the fasteners.
►
T
o refit it, position the mat and secure it by
pressing down.
►

Check that the mat is secured correctly
.
To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:– Only use mats which are suited to the
fixings already present in the vehicle; these
fixings must be used.
–

Never fit one mat on top of another
.
The use of mats not approved by CITROËN
may interfere with access to the pedals and
hinder the operation of the cruise control/
speed limiter.
The approved mats have two fasteners
located underneath the seat.
Courtesy lamps
1. Front courtesy and reading lamps
2.Rear reading lamps
Front courtesy lamp
It comes on gradually:
–
when the vehicle is unlocked.
–

when the ignition is switched off.
–


when a door is opened.
–


when the remote control locking button is
activated, in order to locate the vehicle.
It switches off:
– when the vehicle is locked.
–

when the ignition is switched on.
–


30 seconds after the last door is closed.
The front and rear reading lamps come on and
go off at the same time as the courtesy lamp.
Reading lamps
► With the ignition on, operate the
corresponding switch.
Take care not to place anything in contact with the courtesy lamps.
Interior ambient lighting
The interior ambient lighting casts soft lighting,
both day and night.
Interior ambient lighting is associated with
display lighting depending on the driving mode
selected.
You can activate/deactivate this function and adjust the brightness in the
Settings
> Brightness touch screen application.