Citroen DS5 (2016 year). Instruction

Eco-driving

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Limit the causes of excess consumption

Spread loads throughout the vehicle; place the heaviest items in the
bottom of the boot, as close as possible to the rear seats.
Limit the loads carried in the vehicle and reduce wind resistance (roof
bars, roof rack, bicycle carrier, trailer...). Use a roof box in preference.
Remove roof bars and roof racks after use.

At the end of winter, remove snow tyres and refit your summer tyres.

Observe the recommendations on
maintenance

Check the tyre pressures regularly, when cold, referring to the label in
the door aperture, driver's side.
Carry out this check in particular:
-  before a long journey,
-  at each change of season,
-  after a long period out of use.
Don't forget the spare wheel and the tyres on any trailer or caravan.

Have your vehicle serviced regularly (engine oil, oil filter, air filter,
passenger compartment filter...) and observe the schedule of
operations recommended in the manufacturer's service schedule.

With a BlueHDi Diesel engine, if the SCR system is faulty your vehicle
becomes polluting ; go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay to have the emissions of nitrous oxides brought back to
the legal level.

When refuelling, do not continue after the third cut-off of the nozzle to
avoid any overflow.

At the wheel of your new vehicle, it is only after the first 1 800 miles
(3 000 kilometres) that you will see the fuel consumption settle down to
a consistent average.

Petrol-Diesel instrument panel

Rev counter (x 1 000 rpm or tr/min),

graduation according to engine (petrol or
Diesel).

Fuel gauge.

Engine coolant temperature gauge.

Analogue speedometer (mph or km/h).

Cruise control or speed limiter settings.

Main lighting and controls dimmer.

- Short press: display in turn of servicing

information, remaining range for the
AdBlue additive and the alert log.

- Long press: reset the service indicator or

trip recorder (depending on context).

Gear shift indicator or gear lever position

and gear engaged for an automatic
gearbox.

Instrument panel screen: distance

recorders, service indicator, engine oil
level indicator*, remaining range for the
AdBlue additive and the SCR system*, alert
messages, trip computer, media currently
playing, navigation instructions*.

Digital speedometer (mph or km/h).

dials and screens

control buttons

When switching the ignition on or off,
the speedometer needle and the bars of
the dials carry out a full sweep and then
return to 0.

* Depending on version.

Monitoring

Indicator and warning lamps

When the engine is started, these same
warning lamps should go off.
If they remain on, before moving off, refer to the
information on the warning lamp concerned.

Associated warnings

The switching on of certain warning lamps may
be accompanied by an audible signal and a
message in the instrument panel screen.
The warning lamps may come on continuously
(fixed) or flash.

Certain warning lamps may come on in
one of two modes: fixed (continuous) or
flashing.
Only by relating the type of illumination
to the operation of the vehicle can it
be determined whether the situation is
normal or a fault has occurred.
Refer to the tables on the following
pages for more information.

Visual indicators informing the driver that a
system is in operation, switched off or has a
fault.

When the ignition is switched on

Certain warning lamps come on for a few
seconds in the instrument panel and/or
instrument panel screen when the vehicle's
ignition is switched on.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

Left-hand
direction indicator

flashing with buzzer.

The lighting stalk is pushed down.

Right-hand
direction indicator

flashing with buzzer.

The lighting stalk is pushed up.

Sidelamps

fixed.

The lighting stalk is in the
"Sidelamps" position.

dipped beam
headlamps

fixed.

The lighting stalk is in the "Dipped
beam headlamps" position.

Main beam
headlamps

fixed.

The lighting stalk is pulled towards
you.

Pull the stalk to return to dipped beam headlamps.

Front
foglamps

fixed.

The front foglamps are switched on
using the ring on the lighting control
stalk.

Turn the ring on the lighting control stalk rearward
twice to switch off the front foglamps.

For more information on the lighting controls, refer to the corresponding section.

Automatic
headlamp
dipping

fixed.

The lighting stalk has been pulled
towards you and the button has been
pressed.
Its indicator lamp is on.

The camera, located in the interior rear view mirror,
authorises or not switching between main and dipped
beam, depending on the exterior lighting and the
driving conditions.
Pulling the lighting stalk to return to dipped beam.

Operation indicator lamps

If one of the following indicator lamps comes on in the instrument panel and/or instrument panel screen, this confirms that the corresponding system has come into operation.

Monitoring

Rear foglamps

fixed.

The rear foglamps are on.

Turn the ring on the stalk rearward to switch off the
rear foglamps.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

diesel engine
pre-heating

fixed.

The START/STOP switch has been
pressed (ignition on).

Wait until the warning lamp goes off before starting.
Once it goes off, starting is immediate, on condition
that the brake pedal remains pressed with an
automatic gearbox, or the clutch pedal is pressed fully
down with a manual gearbox.
The period of illumination of the warning lamp is
determined by the ambient conditions (up to about
thirty seconds in severe winter conditions).
If the engine does not start, switch the ignition off and
then on, wait until the warning lamp goes off again,
then start the engine.

Electric parking
brake

fixed.

The electric parking brake is applied.

Release the electric parking brake to switch off the

warning lamp: with your foot on the brake pedal, pull

the electric parking brake control lever.

Observe the safety recommendations.

For more information on the electric parking brake,

refer to the corresponding section.

deactivation of
the automatic
functions of the
electric parking
brake

fixed.

The "automatic application" (on
switching off the engine) and
"automatic release" functions are
deactivated or faulty.

Activate the function (depending on the country of
sale) via the vehicle configuration menu or contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop if automatic
application / release is not possible.
For more information on the electric parking brake,
refer to the corresponding section.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

Automatic
wiping

fixed.

The wiper control is pushed
downwards.

Automatic front wiping is activated.
To deactivate automatic wiping, operate the control
stalk downwards or put the stalk into another position.

Passenger's
airbag system

fixed in the seat belt
and passenger's front
airbag warning lamps
display.

The control switch, located in the glove
box, has been placed in the "ON"
position.
The passenger's front airbag is activated.
In this case, do not install a rearward
facing child seat on this seat.

Move the control switch to the "OFF" position to
deactivate the passenger's front airbag.
In this case, you can install a rearward facing child
seat, unless there is a fault with the airbags (airbag
warning lamp on).

Stop & Start

fixed.

When the vehicle stops (red lights,
traffic jams, ...) the Stop & Start
system has put the engine into
STOP mode.

The warning lamp goes off and the engine restarts
automatically in START mode, as soon as you want to
move off.

flashes for a few
seconds, then goes
off.

STOP mode is temporarily
unavailable.
or
START mode is invoked
automatically.

For more information on Stop & Start, refer to the
corresponding section.

Monitoring

deactivation indicator lamps

If one of the following indicator lamps comes on, this confirms that the corresponding system has been switched off intentionally.
This is may be accompanied by an audible signal and a message in the instrument panel screen.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

Passenger's
airbag system

fixed in the instrument
panel and/or seat belt
and front passenger's
airbag warning lamps
display.

The control switch, located in the
glove box, is set to the OFF position.
The passenger's front airbag is
deactivated.
You can install a rearward facing
child seat, unless there is a fault with
the airbags (airbag warning lamp on).

Set the control to the "ON" position to activate the
passenger's front airbag.
In this case, do not install a rearward facing child seat
on this seat.

Warning lamps

When the engine is running or the vehicle is being driven, illumination of one of the following warning lamps indicates a fault which requires action on
the part of the driver.
Any fault resulting in the illumination of a warning lamp must be investigated further by reading the associated message in the instrument panel
screen.
If you encounter any problems, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

STOP

fixed, associated
with another warning
lamp, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message in the
screen.

Illumination of this warning lamp is
related to a serious fault with the
braking system, power steering, the
engine oil pressure or engine coolant
temperature or a major electrical
fault.

Stop as soon as it is safe to do so as the engine may
cut out.
Park, switch off the ignition and call a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.

Monitoring

Service

temporarily,
accompanied by
a message.

One or more minor faults for which
there is no specific warning lamp
have been detected.

Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed in the screen.
You can deal with some problems yourself, such as a
door open or the start of saturation of the particle filter
(as soon as the traffic conditions allow, regenerate
the filter by driving at a speed of at least 40 mph
(60 km/h), until the warning lamp goes off).
For any other problems, such as a fault with the tyre
under inflation detection system, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.

fixed, accompanied by
a message.

One or more major faults for which
there is no specific warning lamp
have been detected.

Identify the cause of the fault using the message
displayed in the screen; you must then contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

fixed, associated with the
flashing and then fixed
display of the service
indicator spanner.

The servicing interval has been
exceeded.

Only on BlueHDi Diesel versions.
Your vehicle must be serviced as soon as possible.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

Electric parking
brake

flashing.

The electric parking brake is not
applied automatically.
The application/release is faulty.

You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park on flat level ground, engage a gear (or place the
lever in position P

for an automatic gearbox), switch

off the ignition and contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Electric parking
brake fault

fixed.

The electric parking brake has a fault. Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop

without delay.
For more information on the electric parking brake,
refer to the corresponding section.

deactivation of
the automatic
functions of the
electric parking
brake

fixed.

The "automatic application" (on
switching off the engine) and
"automatic release" functions are
deactivated or faulty.

Monitoring

Braking

fixed.

The brake fluid level has dropped
significantly.

You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Top up with brake fluid listed by CITROËN.
If the problem persists, have the system checked by a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

fixed, associated
with the ABS warning
lamp.

The electronic brake force distribution
(EBFD) system has a fault.

You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

dynamic
stability control
(dSc/ASR)

flashing.

The DSC/ASR regulation is
operating.

The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle in the event of loss of
grip or trajectory.

fixed.

The DSC/ASR system has a fault.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

Anti-lock
Braking System
(ABS)

fixed.

The anti-lock braking system has a
fault.

The vehicle retains conventional braking.
Drive carefully at reduced speed and contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without
delay.

Under-inflation

fixed.

The pressure in one or more wheels
is too low.

Check the pressure of the tyres as soon as possible.
This check should preferably be carried out when the
tyres are cold.

flashing then fixed,
accompanied by the
Service warning lamp.

The tyre pressure monitoring system
has a fault or no sensor is detected
on one of the wheels.

Under-inflation detection is not assured.
Have the system checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

Engine
autodiagnosis
system

flashing.

The engine management system has
a fault.

Risk of destruction of the catalytic converter.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

fixed.

The emission control system has
a fault.

The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started.
If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or
qualified workshop without delay.

Low fuel level

fixed with the two last
bars flashing,
accompanied by a
message and an
audible signal.

When it first comes on there remains
approximately 6 litres of fuel in the
tank.

You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid running
out of fuel.
This warning lamp will come on every time the ignition
is switched on, accompanied by a message and an
audible signal, until a sufficient addition of fuel is
made.
This audible signal and message are repeated with
increasing frequency as the fuel level drops and
approaches "0".
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 60 litres.
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel as
this could damage the emission control and injection
systems.

Monitoring

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

AdBlue

additive

(BlueHdi diesel)

fixed, on switching
on the ignition,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating the
remaining driving range.

The remaining driving range is
between 350 miles (600 km) and
1500 miles (2400 km).

Have the AdBlue

additive tank topped up as soon

as possible: go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop, or carry out this operation yourself.

flashing associated with
the SERVICE warning
lamp, accompanied by
an audible signal and a
message indicating the
remaining driving range.

The remaining driving range is
between 0 and 350 miles (600 km).

You must top-up the AdBlue

additive tank to avoid

a breakdown

: go to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified

workshop, or carry out this operation yourself.

flashing, associated
with the SERVICE
warning lamp,
accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message indicating that
starting is prevented.

The AdBlue

tank is empty: the

starting inhibition system required
by legislation prevents starting of the
engine.

To be able to start the engine, you must top-up the
AdBlue

additive tank: go to a CITROËN dealer or

a qualified workshop, or carry out this operation
yourself.
It is essential

to add at least 3.8 litres of AdBlue

the additive tank.

For topping-up or for more information on the AdBlue

additive, refer to the corresponding section.

Warning / indicator lamp

State

cause

Action / Observations

ScR emissions
control system
(BlueHdi diesel)

fixed, on switching
on the ignition,
associated with the
SERVICE and engine
diagnostic warning
lamps, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message.

A fault with the SCR emissions
control system has been detected.

This alert disappears once the exhaust emissions
return to normal levels.

flashing, on switching
on the ignition,
associated with the
SERVICE and engine
diagnostic warning
lamps, accompanied by
an audible signal and
a message indicating
the remaining driving
range.

After confirmation of the fault with the
emissions control system, you can
drive for up to 650 miles (1 100 km)
before the engine starting inhibition
system is triggered.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay, to avoid a breakdown

flashing, on switching
on the ignition,
associated with the
SERVICE and engine
diagnostic warning
lamps, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a message.

You have exceeded the authorised
driving limit following confirmation
of a fault with the emissions control
system: the engine starting inhibition
system prevents starting of the
engine.

To be able to start the engine, you must call on a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Citroen DS5 (2016 year). Instruction - part 2