Citroën C5 X (2022 year). Manual in english - page 4

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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.

►  Turn 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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– "

AUTO SOFT

": provides soft and quiet 

operation by limiting air flow.

– "

AUTO NORMAL

": offers the best 

compromise between a comfortable temperature 

and quiet operation (default setting).

– "

AUTO FAST

": provides dynamic and efficient 

air distribution.

To change the AUTO mode, press button 

9

 

successively.

To ensure passenger comfort in the rear seats, 

favour settings 

AUTO NORMAL

 and 

AUTO 

FAST

.

In cold weather with the engine cold, the 

air flow is increased gradually until the 

comfort setting has been reached, in order to 

limit the delivery of cold air into the passenger 

compartment.

On entering the vehicle, if the interior 

temperature is much colder or warmer than 

the comfort setting requested, there is no 

need to alter the value displayed to more 

quickly reach the required level of comfort. 

The system automatically corrects the 

temperature difference as quickly as possible.

Automatic air conditioning 

manual settings

It is possible to manually adjust one or more 

of these functions, while the system retains 

automatic control of the other functions:

–  air flow.

–  air distribution.

The indicator lamp in the "

AUTO

" button goes 

out is a setting is changed.

►  Press again knob 

3

 to reactivate automatic 

air conditioning.

Adjusting the air flow

►  Turn the knob 

3

 to increase of decrease air 

flow.

Switching off the air conditioning 

system

When the air flow is reduced to a minimum, 

ventilation stops.

"

OFF

" is displayed and the lights on the 

central controls go off.

Adjusting the air distribution

►  Press the buttons 

8

 to adjust the air flow 

distribution inside the passenger compartment.

Windscreen and side windows 

Central and side air vents 

Footwells 

A symbol is activated to display the presence of 

blown air in the direction indicated. It is possible 

to activate all three buttons simultaneously, for 

uniform distribution throughout the passenger 

compartment.

Clean Cabin function

It includes the AQS (Air Quality System) and 

Clean Air functions.

►  To activate/deactivate the function, press 

button 

11

.

AQS function

Using an exterior air quality sensor, this function 

automatically activates the recirculation of 

interior air when a certain level of pollutants in 

the outdoor air is detected.

When the air quality returns to a satisfactory 

level, recirculation of interior air is automatically 

deactivated.

This function is not designed to detect 

unpleasant odours.

Recirculation is automatically activated when the 

windscreen wash is used or when reverse gear 

is engaged.

The function is inactive if the outside temperature 

is below 5°C to prevent the risk of misting on the 

windscreen and side windows.

Clean air function

Using an interior air quality sensor, this function 

detects fine particles (e.g. cigarette smoke).

Recirculation management of interior air makes 

it possible to return to a purified passenger 

compartment in just a few minutes, thanks 

to the passage of air through the passenger 

compartment filter.

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If the air quality appears to be reduced, consult 

a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop to 

change the passenger compartment filter.

Air conditioning on / off

The air conditioning is designed to operate 

effectively in all seasons, with the windows 

closed.

It lowers the temperature in summer.

It increase the effectiveness of the demisting, in 

winter, above 3°C. 

►  Press knob 

1

 to switch the air conditioning 

on/off.

When the system is activated, the indicator lamp 

of the button comes on.

Air conditioning does not operate when 

the air flow is deactivated.

To obtain cool air more quickly, enable interior 

air recirculation for a a brief period. Then 

return to the intake of exterior air.

Switching off air conditioning may result in 

some discomfort (humidity, misting).

Maximum air conditioning

This function automatically adjusts the 

temperature setting to the lowest possible, the 

air distribution towards the central and side air 

vents, the air flow to maximum and activates 

interior air recirculation.

►  Press knob 

2

 to activate/deactivate the 

function (the indicator lamp will come on/switch 

off).

Once the function is deactivated, the system 

returns to the previous settings.

Interior air recirculation

The intake of exterior air prevents the formation 

of mist on the windscreen and side windows.

Recirculating the interior air isolates the 

passenger compartment from outside odours 

and fumes and allows the desired passenger 

compartment temperature to be achieved more 

rapidly.

►  Press this button to activate/deactivate 

the function (confirmed by the 

illumination/extinction of the indicator lamp).

This function is activated automatically 

when reverse gear is engaged.

Front demisting 

- defrosting

This mode allows the windscreen and side 

windows to be demisted or defrosted as quickly 

as possible.

►  Press this button to activate/deactivate 

the mode (confirmed by the illumination/

extinction of the indicator lamp).

It automatically manages the air conditioning 

(depending on version), air flow and air intake, 

and provides optimum distribution towards the 

windscreen and side windows.

It is possible to manually change the air flow 

without deactivating the mode.

With Stop & Start, when demisting has 

been activated, STOP mode is not 

available.

In wintry conditions, before moving off, 

remove all snow or ice on the windscreen 

near the camera.

Otherwise, the operation of the equipment 

using the camera may be affected.

Rear screen demisting/

defrosting

This demisting/defrosting only works with the 

engine running.

It also demists/defrosts the doors mirrors.

►  Press this button to activate/deactivate 

the function (confirmed by the 

illumination/extinction of the indicator lamp).

The function can be activated whatever the 

outside temperature may be.

The period of operation depends on the outside 

temperature.

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Demisting/defrosting therefore switches 

off automatically to prevent an excessive 

consumption of electrical current.

Heated windscreen

 

 

In cold weather, this function heats the entire 

windscreen and complements the Automatic 

Visibility programme to speed up the clearing of 

elements that interfere with visibility (e.g. dew, 

mist, frost, snow), located on either side of the 

windscreen.

It can be used both before setting off and while 

driving.

Switching on/

off

 

 

 

 

►  With the engine running, press this button to 

activate/deactivate the function (confirmed by an 

indicator lamp).

The period of operation depends on the outside 

temperature.

The function switches off automatically to 

prevent excessive power consumption.

Temperature 

pre-conditioning 

(Rechargeable hybrid)

This function allows you to programme the 

temperature in the passenger compartment to 

reach a pre-defined, non-modifiable temperature 

(approx. 21°C) before you enter the vehicle, on 

the days and at the times of your choice.

This function is available when the vehicle is 

connected or not connected.

Programming

In the 

Climate

 touch screen application, 

select the 

Preconditioning

 tab.

►  Press 

+

 to add a programme.

►  Select the time of entry into the vehicle and 

the desired days. Press 

OK

.

►  Press 

ON

 to activate this programming.

The pre-conditioning sequence begins 

approximately 45 minutes before the 

programmed time when the vehicle is connected 

(20 minutes when it is not connected) and is 

maintained for 10 minutes after.

 

 

 

 

This indicator lamp comes on fixed when 

a temperature pre-conditioning cycle is 

programmed. It flashes when temperature pre-

conditioning is in progress.

You can set multiple programmes.

Each one is saved in the system.

To optimise the driving range, we recommend 

starting a programme while the vehicle is 

connected.

The programming can also be carried out 

from a smartphone via the 

MyCitroën 

App

 application.

For more information on the 

Remotely-

operable functions

, refer to the corresponding 

section.

The fan noise that occurs during 

temperature pre-conditioning is perfectly 

normal.

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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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Likewise, 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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►  With the charging area clear, place a device 

in its centre.

 

 

When the portable device is detected, the 

charger’s indicator lamp lights up green. It 

remains lit for the whole time that the battery is 

being charged.

The system is not designed to charge 

multiple devices simultaneously.

Do not leave metal objects (e.g. coins, 

keys, vehicle remote control) in the 

charging area while a device is being charged 

- risk of overheating or interrupting the 

charging!

When using applications for a long time 

in combination with wireless charging, 

some smartphones may switch to thermal 

safety and cause some functions to stop.

Checking operation

The state of the indicator lamp allows the 

operation of the charger to be monitored.

State of the 

indicator lamp

Meaning

Off

Engine switched off.

No compatible devices 

detected.

Charging complete.

Fixed green

Compatible portable 

device detected.

Charging.

Flashing orange

Foreign object detected in 

the charging zone.

Portable device not well 

centred in the charging 

zone.

Fixed orange

Malfunction of the 

portable device's battery 

meter.

Device battery 

temperature too high.

Charger malfunction.

 

 

If the indicator lamp is fixed orange:

–  remove the device, then place it back in the 

centre of the charging zone.

or

–  remove the device and try again in a quarter 

of an hour.

If the problem persists, have the system checked 

by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Front armrest

It includes a storage space.

Opening

 

 

► 

Press the lever beneath the cover.

The cover opens in two parts.

Closing

 

 

►  Fold back the two parts of the cover.

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Mats

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.

►  To 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.

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Rear fittings

USB sockets

 

 

Depending on version, the rear of the centre 

console is fitted with one or two USB sockets. 

Each USB socket is used to power or recharge a 

portable device.

The left USB socket also allows multimedia 

data to be exchanged with the audio system 

(depending on country of sale).

Rear armrest

 

 

The armrest incorporates two cup holders.

The cup holders have a removable reducer to 

be used depending on the diameter of the cans 

and cups.

The pen holder can also hold a smartphone.

Ski flap

Device for storing and transporting long objects.

Opening

►  With the rear armrest lowered, open the flap 

by pulling its handle downwards.

 

 

►  Load the objects from inside the boot.

Shark fin antenna

 

 

A ventilation grille is present at the rear of the 

roof, inside the vehicle, for cooling the shark fin 

antenna.

Any ventilation noise produced, with the ignition 

on or the engine running, is completely normal.

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Boot 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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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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4

Exterior lighting control 

stalk

Main lighting

 

 

 

 

Automatic illumination of lamps/daytime 

running lamps

Sidelamps only 

Dipped or main beam headlamps 

Headlamp dipping

 

 

►  Pull the stalk to switch between dipped and 

main beam headlamps.

In “

AUTO

” and sidelamps modes, the driver can 

switch on the main beam headlamps temporarily 

(“headlamp flash”) by pulling the stalk.

Display

Illumination of the corresponding indicator 

lamp on the instrument panel confirms that the 

selected lighting is on.

A fault with a lamp is signalled by the 

permanent illumination of this warning 

lamp, accompanied by the display of a message 

and an audible signal.

Rear foglamps

They only work if the dipped or main 

beam headlamps are on.

 

 

►  Rotate the ring forwards/backwards to turn 

them on/off.

When the lighting is switched off automatically 

("

AUTO

" position) the foglamps and the dipped 

beam headlamps remain on.

Front foglamps/Rear 

foglamps

They operate with the sidelamps, dipped 

or main beam headlamps on.

 

 

►  Rotate the ring forwards:

•  once to switch on the front foglamps,

•  a second time to switch on the rear 

foglamps.

►  Turn in the opposite direction to switch off.

If the lighting is switched off automatically 

("AUTO" position) or the dipped beam 

headlamps are switched off manually, the 

foglamps and sidelamps remain on.

►  Rotate the ring backwards to switch the 

foglamps off; the sidelamps will then switch off.

Switching on the foglamps is prohibited 

in clear weather or in rain, both day and 

night. In these situations, the power of their 

beams may dazzle other drivers. They must 

only be used in fog or falling snow (rules may 

vary depending on country).

Do not forget to switch off the foglamps when 

they are no longer necessary.

Switching off of the lamps when the 

ignition is switched off

When the ignition is switched off, all of the 

lamps turn off immediately, except for dipped 

beam headlamps if automatic guide-me-home 

lighting is activated.

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Switching on the lamps after 

switching off the ignition

To reactivate the lighting control, rotate the 

ring to the "

AUTO

" position, then to the 

desired position.

If the driver's door is opened, a temporary 

audible signal warns the driver that the lamps 

are on.

They will go off automatically after a period 

of time that depends on the level of charge in 

the battery (entering energy economy mode).

In some weather conditions (e.g. low 

temperature or humidity), misting on the 

internal surface of the glass of the headlamps 

and rear lamps is normal, and will disappear 

after the lamps have been on for a few 

minutes.

Never look too closely at the light beam 

of LED technology lamps - risk of serious 

eye injury!

 

 

Travelling abroad

If planning to use your vehicle in a 

country that drives on the other side of the 

road, the dipped beam headlamps must be 

adjusted to avoid dazzling oncoming drivers. 

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop.

Daytime running lamps/

Sidelamps

These LED lamps at the front of the vehicle light 

up automatically when the engine starts.

They perform the following functions:

–  Daytime running lamps (lighting control stalk 

at position 

"AUTO

" with adequate ambient light).

–  Sidelamps (lighting control stalk at position 

"

AUTO

" with low ambient light or "Sidelamps 

only" or "Dipped/main beam headlamps").

Direction indicators

 

 

►  Left or right: lower or raise the lighting control 

stalk, beyond the point of resistance.

If you keep the direction indicators on for 

more than 20 seconds, the volume of the 

audible signal will increase if the speed is 

above 50 mph (80 km/h).

Three flashes

►  Press briefly upwards or downwards, without 

going beyond the point of resistance; the 

direction indicators will flash 3 times.

Parking lamps

(Depending on version)

Vehicle side marking by lighting the sidelamps 

on the traffic side only.

►  Within one minute after switching off the 

ignition, operate the lighting control stalk 

upwards or downwards, depending on the side 

of the traffic (e.g. when parking on the right, push 

the lighting control stalk down to light up on the 

left).

This is confirmed by an audible signal and the 

lighting of the corresponding direction indicator 

lamp on the instrument panel.

►  To switch off the parking lamps, return the 

lighting control stalk to the central position.

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Headlamp 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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–  On the outside, sidelamps, dipped beam 

headlamps and door mirror spotlamps.

–  Inside, courtesy lamps and footwell lighting.

Door mirror spotlamps

These spotlamps facilitate access to the vehicle 

by lighting the ground near the front doors.

The spotlamps come on automatically:

–  when the vehicle is unlocked.

–  when a door is opened.

–  when a request to locate the vehicle is 

received from the remote control.

They also come on with the welcome lighting 

and guide-me-home lighting functions.

They go off automatically after 30 seconds.

Automatic lighting 

systems - General 

recommendations

The automatic lighting systems use a detection 

camera, located at the top of the windscreen.

Operating limits

The system may be disrupted or not work 

correctly:

–  When visibility conditions are poor 

(e.g. snowfall, heavy rain).

–  If the windscreen is dirty, misted-up or 

masked (e.g. sticker) in front of the camera.

–  If the vehicle is facing highly reflective signs 

or safety barrier reflectors.

The system is not able to detect:

–  Road users that do not have their own 

lighting, such as pedestrians.

–  Vehicles with hidden lighting (e.g. travelling 

behind a safety barrier on the motorway).

–  Vehicles at the top or bottom of a steep 

slope, on winding roads, on crossroads.

Maintenance

Clean the windscreen regularly, 

particularly the area in front of the camera.

The internal surface of the windscreen can 

also become misted around the camera. 

In humid and cold weather, demist the 

windscreen regularly.

Do not allow snow to accumulate on the 

bonnet or roof of the vehicle as this could 

obstruct the camera.

Automatic headlamp 

dipping

For more information, refer to the 

General recommendations for 

automatic lighting systems

.

When the lighting control ring is in the "

AUTO

” 

position and the function is activated on the 

touch screen, this system automatically switches 

between dipped and main beam headlamps 

depending on light and traffic conditions, using a 

camera located at the top of the windscreen.

 

 

This system is a driving aid.

The driver remains responsible for 

the vehicle's lighting, its correct use in the 

prevailing light, visibility and traffic conditions, 

and for compliance with driving and vehicle 

regulations.

The system becomes operational when 

the vehicle exceeds 16 mph (25 km/h).

When the speed falls below 9 mph (15 km/h), 

the function is no longer operational.

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Activation/Deactivation

It is configured in the 

Settings > Vehicle

 

touch screen application.

The state of the system is stored when the 

ignition is switched off.

When the system detects thick fog, it 

temporarily deactivates the function.

Operation

If the ambient light level is very low and traffic 

conditions permit:

–  The main beam headlamps 

come on automatically. These 

indicator lamps come on on the instrument 

panel.

If the ambient light level is sufficient and/or the 

traffic conditions do not allow the main beam 

headlamps to be lit:

–  The dipped beam headlamps 

remain lit. These indicator lamps 

come on on the instrument panel.

The function is deactivated if the foglamps 

are switched on or if the system detects poor 

visibility conditions (e.g. fog, heavy rain, 

snowfall).

When the foglamps are switched off or when the 

visibility conditions become favourable again, the 

function is automatically reactivated.

This indicator lamp goes out when the 

function is deactivated.

If the function is selected but the display 

on the instrument panel and the alerts are 

not available, the indicator lamp comes on in 

grey.

Pause

If the situation requires a change of headlamp 

beam, the driver can take over at any time.

►  Switch the headlamps manually between 

dipped and main beam to pause the function.

If the "AUTO" and "Dipped beam" indicator 

lamps were on, the system changes to main 

beam.

If the "AUTO" and "Main beam" indicator lamps 

were on, the system changes to dipped beam.

►  To reactivate the function, once again switch 

the headlamps manually between dipped and 

main beam.

Malfunction

If a malfunction occurs with the system or 

the camera, this warning lamp is 

displayed on the instrument panel, accompanied 

by an audible signal and a message.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

Cornering lighting

This system makes use of the beam from a front 

foglamp to illuminate the inside of a bend, when 

the main or dipped beam headlamps are on and 

the vehicle speed is below 25 mph (40 km/h) 

(urban driving, winding road, junctions, parking 

manoeuvres).

 

 

Without/With cornering lighting

Activation/Deactivation

It is configured in the 

Settings > Vehicle

 

touch screen application.

Switching on/off

This system starts: 

–  when the corresponding direction indicator is 

switched on. 

or

–  from a certain angle of rotation of the steering 

wheel. 

It becomes inactive: 

–  below a certain angle of rotation of the 

steering wheel. 

–  above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h). 

–  when reverse gear is engaged.

Wiper control stalk

Before operating the wipers in wintry 

conditions, clear any snow, ice or frost