Citroen C5 (2017 year). Manual

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Switch on the compressor by moving

the switch B to position "I" until the tyre
pressure reaches 2.0 bars.

The sealant is injected into the tyre under
pressure; do not disconnect the pipe from
the valve during this operation (risk of
splashing).

Remove the kit and screw the cap back on

the white pipe.

Take care to avoid staining your vehicle
with traces of fluid. Keep the kit to hand.

Drive immediately for approximately

three miles (five kilometres), at reduced
speed (between 12 and 37 mph (20 and
60 km/h)), to plug the puncture.

Stop to check the repair and the tyre

pressure using the kit.

If after around 5 to 7 minutes the
pressure is not attained, this indicates
that the tyre is not repairable; contact
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop for assistance.

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2. Inflation

F Turn the selector A to the "Air"

position.

F Uncoil the white pipe G

fully.

Connect the white pipe to the tyre valve.

Connect the compressor's electric plug to

the vehicle's 12 V socket.

Start the vehicle again and leave the

engine running.

As soon as possible, go to a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
You must inform the technician that you
have used this kit. After inspection, the
technician will advise you on whether
the tyre can be repaired or if it must be
replaced.

Adjust the pressure using the compressor

(to inflate: switch B in position "I"; to
deflate: switch B in position "O" and press
button C

), in accordance with the vehicle's

tyre pressure label (located on the left-
hand door aperture).

A loss of pressure indicates that the
puncture has not been fully plugged;
contact a CITROËN dealer or qualified
workshop for assistance.

Remove and stow the kit.

Drive at reduced speed (50 mph [80 km/h]

max) limiting the distance travelled to
approximately 120 miles (200 km).

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Removing the pipe and cartridge

Turn the pipe assembly 2 to the left until it

contacts the unit.

F Disconnect the union 1

from the cartridge

by turning it a quarter turn anti-clockwise.

Extract the pipe assembly 2, then

disconnect the union 3

from the air delivery

pipe by turning it a quarter turn anti-
clockwise.

Beware of discharges of fluid.
The expiry date of the fluid is indicated
on the cartridge.
The sealant cartridge is designed for
single use; even if only partly used, it
must be replaced.
After use, do not discard the cartridge
into the environment, take it to an
authorised waste disposal site or a
CITROËN dealer.
Do not forget to obtain a new sealant
cartridge, available from CITROËN
dealers or from a qualified workshop.

Remove the pipe assembly 2.

Support the compressor vertically.

Unscrew the cartridge 4 from the bottom.

To fit the new cartridge and new pipe, carry out
these operations in reverse order.

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Checking / adjusting tyre pressures

You can also use the compressor without
injecting any product, to check and if necessary
adjust your tyre pressures.

F Turn the selector A to the "Air"

position.

F Uncoil the white pipe G

fully.

Connect the pipe to the tyre valve.

Connect the compressor's electrical

connector to the vehicle's 12 V socket.

Start the vehicle and let the engine run.

Adjust the pressure using the compressor

(to inflate: switch B in position "I";
to deflate: switch B in position "O" and
press button C

), according to the vehicle's

tyre pressure label.

Remove the kit then stow it.

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Changing a wheel

Access to the tools

For vehicles supplied with a standard spare
wheel

(same size as the four wheels), the tools

are stowed in a carrier, located in the spare
wheel.
F

Release the retaining strap for access to it.

List of tools

All of these tools are specific to your vehicle
and may vary according to equipment. Do not
use them for any other purpose.

Wheelbrace.

Used for removing the wheel trim and the
wheel fixing bolts.

Jack with integral handle.

Used to raise the vehicle.

Bolt head finisher tool.

Used to remove the wheel bolt protectors
(finishers) on wheel bolts with alloy wheels.

Wheel chock*.

Towing eye.

Do not use:
- the jack for any purpose other than

lifting the vehicle,

- a different jack from the one

supplied with the vehicle.

If the vehicle does not have its original
jack, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop to obtain the one
listed by the manufacturer.

For more information on Towing the
vehicle

, refer to the corresponding

section.

* Depending on country of sale.

For vehicles supplied with a "space-saver"
type spare wheel, the tools are stowed in a
storage well, located below the spare wheel.
F Unscrew the central yellow screw and

remove the wheel for access to it.

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Access to the spare wheel

Removing the boot floor

F Saloon

: raise the boot floor and fold in two.

F Tourer

: raise the boot floor and hook it

using the retractable handle. Secure the
hook to the top part of the boot.

Removing the standard spare
wheel

F Detach the strap, then push the wheel

forwards so as to be able to lift it.

Repositioning the standard spare
wheel

F Position the spare wheel flat in the boot,

then pull it towards you.

Next place the toolbox inside the wheel,

then secure the assembly using the strap.

Removing the "space-saver"
spare wheel

Unscrew the central nut.

Remove the fixing parts (nut and bolt).

Take the spare wheel from the rear and lift

it towards you.

Remove the wheel from the boot.

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The tyre pressures are indicated on the
label located on the left-hand centre
door pillar.
Tyre pressures are given on this label
for different vehicle loading conditions.

Repositioning the "space-saver"
spare wheel

Return the spare wheel to its housing

above the toolbox.

Unscrew the nut on the bolt by a few turns.

Place the fixing parts (nut and bolt) in the

middle of the wheel.

Tighten the central nut until it clicks to

secure the wheel.

Repositioning the boot floor

F Release the boot floor to return it to its

initial position.

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Removing a wheel

Park the vehicle on stable, firm ground that

is not slippery. Apply the parking brake.

If your vehicle is equipped with

"Hydractive III+" suspension, with the
engine running at idle, adjust the ground
clearance to its maximum height.

Switch off the ignition and engage first gear

(position P for an automatic gearbox).

F If your vehicle is fitted with "Hydractive III+"

suspension, position the chock, whichever
direction the gradient may be in, in front of
the front wheel diametrically opposite to
the one to be replaced.

List of operations

Remove the protector from each bolt using

tool 3

Fit the security bolt socket to the

wheelbrace to slacken the security bolt
(depending on equipment).

Slacken the other bolts using just the

wheelbrace 1

Before positioning the jack:
F

Always adjust the vehicle’s ground

clearance to the "maximum height"
position and retain this adjustment
for as long as the jack is under the
vehicle (do not use the hydraulic
adjustments),

Ensure that any passengers have

left the vehicle and are in a safe
place.

Never go underneath the vehicle if it is
supported only by the jack.
The jack and all of the tools are specific
to your vehicle. Do not use them for any
other purposes.
Have the original wheel repaired and
refitted as soon as possible.

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Position the foot of the jack 2 on the

ground, ensuring that it is directly below the
front A or rear B

jacking point provided on

the underbody, closest to the wheel to be
changed.

Ensure that the jack is stable. If the
ground is slippery or loose, the jack
may slip or drop - Risk of injury!
Ensure that the jack is positioned only
at one of the jacking points provided
under the vehicle, making sure that the
vehicle's contact area is centred on the
head of the jack. Otherwise there is a
risk of damage to the vehicle and/or of
the jack dropping - Risk of injury!

Extend the jack 2 until its head comes into

contact with the jacking point A or B used;
the contact area A or B

on the vehicle must

be correctly inserted into the central part of
the head of the jack.

F Raise the vehicle until there is sufficient

space between the wheel and the ground
to easily fit the spare (non punctured)
wheel.

Remove the bolts and stow them in a clean

place.

Remove the wheel.

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List of operations

Fitting a wheel

Wheel for temporary use

Your vehicle may be fitted with a spare wheel
which is different to those on the vehicle. When
fitting the spare wheel, it is normal to notice
that the wheel bolt washers do not come into
contact with the wheel rim. The spare wheel is
secured by the conical tapering of the wheel
bolt’s shaft.
When refitting the original wheel, ensure that
the wheel bolt contact surfaces are clean and
in good condition.

Lower the vehicle to the ground.

Lower the jack 2 and remove it.

Fit the wheel on the hub.

Fit and tighten the bolts by hand.

Pre-tighten the security bolt using the

wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security bolt
socket (depending on equipment).

Pre-tighten the other bolts using just the

wheelbrace 1

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If your vehicle is fitted with a spare
wheel of a different size to those on the
vehicle, you must not exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h) whilst using the spare wheel.
The wheel bolts are specific to the type
of wheel.
If the type of wheel is changed,
check with your CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop that the wheel bolts
are compatible with the new wheels.
Take care to note down the code
number engraved on the head of the
security bolt socket. This will enable
you to obtain a replacement security
bolt socket from your dealer.

Tighten the security bolt using

wheelbrace 1 fitted with the security bolt
socket (depending on equipment).

Tighten the other bolts using just the

wheelbrace 1

Refit the protectors on the bolts (depending

on equipment).

Stow the tools in the carrier box.

Return the suspension to the normal

position.

Check that the tyre pressure is correct and

have the balancing checked.

Tyre under-inflation detection

The space-saver type or steel spare
wheel does not have a sensor.
The punctured wheel must be repaired
by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

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Changing a bulb

Front lamps

Model with Xenon headlamps (D1S)

1. Dual-function Xenon headlamps

(dipped/main): D1S

2. Cornering lighting:

HP19

3. Daytime running lamps / sidelamps:

LEDs

For the maintenance of the front lamps and
changing HP19 and D1S bulbs and LED lamps,
contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Risk of electrocution
Xenon bulbs must be replaced by
a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
You are advised to change both D1S
bulbs at the same time, if one of them
has failed.

The headlamps have polycarbonate
lenses with a protective coating:
F do not clean them using a dry

or abrasive cloth, nor with a
detergent or solvent product,

use a sponge and soapy water or

a pH neutral product,

when using a high pressure washer

on persistent marks, do not keep
the lance directed towards the
lamps or their edges for too long,
so as not to damage their protective
coating and seals.

Changing a bulb should only be done
after the headlamp has been switched
off for several minutes (risk of serious
burns).
F Do not touch the bulb directly with

your fingers, use a lint-free cloth.

It is imperative to use only anti-
ultraviolet (UV) type bulbs to avoid
damaging the headlamp.
Always replace a failed bulb with a
new bulb with the same type and
specification.

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Dipped beam headlamps

Remove the protective cap B.

Disconnect the connector by pressing it

between the thumb and index finger.

Free the bulb from its two metal clamps.

Take out the bulb.

Replace the bulb, exerting a slight axial

force.

Refit the connector, until it is all the way in.

F Refit the protective cap B

Main beam headlamps

Remove the protective cap A.

Disengage the retaining spring.

Remove the bulb and replace it, paying

attention to the direction of fitting.

Refit the retaining spring.

F Refit the protective cap A

Model with halogen headlamps

1. Main beams: H1
2. Dipped beams:

3. Directional lighting:

4. Daytime running lamps / sidelamps:

LEDs

For the maintenance of the front lamps and
changing LED lamps, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.

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Directional lamp

Remove the protective cap C.

Disconnect the connector by pressing it

between the thumb and index finger.

Free the bulb from its two metal clamps.

Take out the bulb.

Replace the bulb, exerting a slight axial

force.

Refit the connector, until it is all the way in.

F Refit the protective cap C

Direction indicators

Refit the connector (push the grey tongue

in well).

Refit the headlamp unit in the bumper.

Refit the lamp screws.

Position the cover using its guides and refit

the screws.

Bulbs:

HP24

Remove the fixing screw of cover A using a

torx tool, tip the cover over and remove.

Remove the fixing screw of lamp B using

a torx tool, then pull the lamp to remove it
from the bumper.

F Detach the bulb C

by pressing on bars 1

and 2

Disconnect the connector (pull whilst

pressing on the grey tongue using a flat
screwdriver).

Replace the bulb.

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Side repeaters

The side repeater is sealed.
If the bulb is faulty, replace the side repeater.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Front foglamps

F Disconnect the connector D

Remove the bulb by performing a quarter

of a turn.

Replace the bulb.

F Refit the connector D

Refit the headlamp unit in the bumper.

Refit the lamp screws.

Position the cover using its guides and refit

the screws.

When refitting, take care not to trap
the electrical wiring.

Bulbs: H8
F

Remove the fixing screw of cover A using a

torx tool, tip the cover over and remove.

Remove the fixing screw of lamp B using a

torx tool, then pull on the lamp to remove it
from the bumper.

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Rear lamps (Saloon)

Identify the failed bulb.
1. Brake lamps and sidelamps:

P21W/5W

2.  Sidelamps: R5W
3.  Reversing lamps: H21W
4.  Foglamps: H21W
5.  Direction indicators: PY21W

Boot lid-mounted lamps

F Refit the bulb holder H

Check that the bulb holder H is secured

correctly by the two clips E

F Refit the connector G

Replace and fix the trim F with its 3 clips.

Open the boot.

Using a flat screwdriver, remove the 3 clips

which fix the trim in the lamp area.

Partially remove the trim F.

F Disconnect the connector G

F Unclip the bulb holder H

Replace the failed bulb.

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