Citroën C5 X (2022 year). Manual in english - page 5

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Lighting and visibility

from the windscreen and around the wiper 

arms and blades.

Do not operate the wipers on a dry 

windscreen. In extremely hot or cold 

weather, check that the wiper blades are not 

stuck to the windscreen before operating the 

wipers.

After using an automatic car wash, you 

may temporarily notice abnormal noises 

and poorer wiping performance.  You do not 

need to replace the wiper blades.

 

 

Windscreen wipers

►  To select the wiping speed: raise or lower the 

stalk to the desired position.

Fast wiping (heavy rain) 

Normal wiping (moderate rain) 

Automatic wipers 

Switching off

 

Manual 

After switching off the ignition, a slight 

movement of the windscreen wipers to 

store them under the bonnet may occur.

In position 

1

 or 

2

, the wiping frequency is 

automatically reduced when the speed of 

the vehicle drops below 3 mph (5 km/h).

When the speed is above 6 mph (10 km/h) 

again, the wiping frequency returns to the 

original frequency (fast or normal).

Single wipe

►  Press and release the control stalk or briefly 

pull the control stalk towards you.

Windscreen wash

►  Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and 

hold.

A final wiping cycle is performed when 

screenwashing ends.

The windscreen wash jets are 

incorporated into the tip of each wiper 

arm.

Screenwash fluid is sprayed along the length 

of the wiper blade. This improves visibility and 

reduces screenwash fluid consumption.

With automatic air conditioning, any 

action on the screenwash control results 

in temporary closure of the air intake to 

protect the passenger compartment from any 

odour.

To avoid damaging the wiper blades, do 

not operate the screenwash if the 

screenwash reservoir is empty.

Only operate the screenwash if there is no 

risk of the fluid freezing on the windscreen 

and hindering visibility. During the winter 

period, use "very cold climate" rated products.

Never top up with water.

Automatic windscreen 

wipers

In 

AUTO

 mode, the front wipers work 

automatically and adapt to the intensity of 

precipitation depending on the sensitivity of the 

sensor selected.

The rainfall detection function uses a rain/

sunshine sensor located at the top centre of the 

windscreen, behind the rear view mirror.

In certain weather conditions (e.g. fog, 

frost, snow, projections on salty roads), 

the driver may have to return to manual 

wiping.

Switching on/off

To switch on:

►  Put the wiper control stalk in the 

AUTO

 

position.

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►  Turn the ring to adjust the sensitivity of the 

sensor.

A wiping cycle, accompanied by the display of 

a message, confirms that the request has been 

taken into account.

►  To switch off, put the wiper control stalk in 

another position or in the 

0

 position.

Adjusting the sensitivity

 

 

The first position (upper) corresponds to the 

lowest sensitivity of the sensor.

The last position (lower) corresponds to the 

highest sensitivity of the sensor.

The higher the sensitivity, the faster the system 

reacts and increases the wiping frequency.

A rotation of the ring from a higher position to a 

lower position triggers a confirmation wiping.

After the ignition has been switched off 

for more than 1 minute with the wiper 

control stalk in the 

AUTO

 position, when the 

ignition is switched on again:

–  the system works, depending on the 

volume of rain detected, as soon as the 

vehicle exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h), if the 

outside temperature is below +3°C.

–  the system works immediately, depending 

on the volume of rain detected, if the outside 

temperature is above +3°C.

Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor.

When using an automatic car wash, 

switch off the automatic wipers and the 

ignition.

In winter, wait until the windscreen is 

completely clear of ice before activating the 

automatic wipers.

Malfunction

If a fault occurs with the automatic wipers, the 

wipers operate in intermittent mode.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

Special position of the 

windscreen wipers

This maintenance position is used while cleaning 

or replacing the wiper blades. It can also be 

useful, in wintry weather (ice, snow), to release 

the wiper blades from the windscreen.

To maintain the effectiveness of the flat 

wiper blades, it is advisable to:

–  handle them with care.

–  clean them regularly using soapy water.

–  avoid using them to hold cardboard on the 

windscreen.

–  replace them at the first signs of wear.

Before removing a windscreen wiper blade

 

 

Operating the wiper control stalk immediately 

after switching off the ignition will place the wiper 

blades in a vertical position.

►  Proceed with the desired operation or the 

replacement of the wiper blades.

After refitting a windscreen wiper blade

►  To return the wiper blades to their initial 

position after the operation, switch on the ignition 

and operate the wiper control stalk.

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Changing a wiper blade

Removing/Refitting at the front

 

 

►  Carry out these wiper blade replacement 

operations from the driver's side.

►  Starting with the wiper blade farthest from 

you, hold each arm by the rigid section and raise 

it as far as possible.

Take care not to hold the arms at the jet 

locations.

Do not touch the wiper blades - risk of 

irreparable deformation.

Do not release them while moving them. Risk 

of damaging the windscreen!

►  Clean the windscreen using screenwash 

fluid.

Do not apply "Rain X" type water-

repellent products.

►  Unclip the worn wiper blade closest to you 

and remove it.

►  Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the 

arm.

►  Repeat the procedure for the other wiper 

blade.

►  Starting with the wiper blade closest to you, 

once again hold each arm by the rigid section, 

then guide it carefully onto the windscreen.

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General safety 

recommendations

Do not remove the labels attached in 

different places on your vehicle. They 

include safety warnings as well as 

identification information for the vehicle.

Depending on country regulations, 

certain safety equipment may be 

mandatory: high visibility safety vests, 

warning triangles, breathalysers, spare bulbs, 

spare fuses, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, mud 

flaps at the rear of the vehicle, etc.

Installing electrical accessories:

–  The fitting of electrical equipment or 

accessories not approved by CITROËN may 

cause excessive current consumption and 

faults and failures with the electrical system 

of your vehicle. Contact a CITROËN dealer 

for information on the range of approved 

accessories.

–  As a safety measure, access to the 

diagnostic socket, used for the vehicle's 

electronic systems, is reserved strictly for 

CITROËN dealers or qualified workshops, 

equipped with the special tools required (risk 

of malfunctions of the vehicle's electronic 

systems that could cause breakdowns or 

serious accidents). The Manufacturer cannot 

be held responsible if this advice is not 

followed.

–  Any modification or adaptation not intended 

or authorised by CITROËN or carried out 

without meeting the technical requirements 

defined by the Manufacturer will result in the 

suspension of the commercial warranty.

Installation of accessory radio 

communication transmitters

Before installing a radio communication 

transmitter with an external aerial, you must 

without fail contact a CITROËN dealer for 

the specification of transmitters which can 

be fitted (frequency, maximum power, aerial 

position, specific installation requirements), 

in line with the Vehicle Electromagnetic 

Compatibility Directive (2004/104/EC).

Declarations of conformity for radio 

equipment

The relevant certificates are available on the 

http://service.citroen.com/ACddb/ website.

Hazard warning lamps

 

 

 

 

►  Pressing this button causes all the direction 

indicators to flash.

They can work with the ignition switched off.

Automatic operation of 

hazard warning lamps

When braking in an emergency, depending on 

the rate of deceleration, the hazard warning 

lamps come on automatically. They switch off 

automatically when you next accelerate.

They can be switched off by pressing the button.

Horn

 

 

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►  Press the central part of the steering wheel.

Pedestrian horn 

(Rechargeable hybrid)

This system alerts pedestrians that the vehicle 

is approaching, when driving in 

Electric

 mode 

(100% electric driving).

The pedestrian horn operates once the vehicle 

is moving and at speeds of up to 19 mph 

(30 km/h), in forward or reverse gear.

This function cannot be deactivated.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, this warning 

lamp lights up on the instrument panel.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

* In accordance with the general conditions of use of the service, available from dealers and subject to technological and technical limitations.

** In areas covered by the eCall (SOS) and the ‘ASSISTANCE’ functions. 

The list of countries covered and the telemetry services provided is available from dealers or on the website for your country.

Emergency or assistance 

call

 

 

 

 

1.

eCall (SOS)

2.

ASSISTANCE

eCall (SOS)

Your vehicle may be fitted with the eCall (SOS) 

system either as standard or as an option.

The eCall (SOS) system provides direct contact 

to the emergency services and is fully built 

into the vehicle. This contact is made either 

automatically via the sensors built into the 

vehicle, or by pressing button 

1

.

According to the country of sale, the eCall (SOS) 

system corresponds to the systems PE112, 

ERAGLONASS, 999, etc.

The eCall (SOS) system is activated by default.

►  To make an emergency call manually, press 

button 

1

 for more than 2 seconds.

The lit indicator lamp and a voice message 

confirm that the call has been made to the 

emergency services*.

The eCall (SOS) system immediately locates 

your vehicle and puts you in contact with the 

appropriate emergency services**.

►  Pressing again immediately cancels the 

request.

The indicator lamp flashes while the vehicle 

data is being sent, and then remains lit when 

communication is established.

In the event that a serious accident is 

detected by the sensors built into the 

vehicle, such as the airbag control unit, an 

emergency call is made automatically.

The eCall (SOS) system is a public 

service of general interest and is free of 

charge.

Operation of the system

–  Upon switching on the ignition, the indicator 

lamp lights up for a few seconds and then goes 

out: the system is operating correctly.

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–  The indicator lamp flashes red: emergency 

battery is flat. This will be recharged after a few 

minutes' driving.

–  The indicator lamp is fixed red: system 

malfunction. The emergency and assistance call 

services may not work.

–  If the indicator lamp does not light up when 

the ignition is turned on, this is also a system 

malfunction.

If the problem persists, contact a qualified 

workshop as soon as possible.

The malfunction of the system does not 

prevent the vehicle from driving.

When an onboard system update is 

being performed, the eCall (SOS) 

function is not available.

Data processing

All processing of personal data by 

the eCall (SOS) function complies with 

the framework for protection of personal 

information established by Regulation 

2016/679 (General Data Protection 

Regulation - GDPR) and Directive 2002/58/

EC of the European Parliament and the 

Council, and in particular, seeks to protect 

the vital interests of the data subject, in 

accordance with Article 6 (1) d) GDPR.

The processing of personal data is strictly 

limited to the purpose of handling the eCall 

(SOS) function used with the “112” single 

European emergency call number.

The eCall (SOS) function is only able to 

collect and process the following data 

relating to the vehicle: vehicle identification 

number, vehicle type (passenger vehicle or 

light commercial vehicle), fuel type or power 

source, three most recent locations and 

direction of travel, number of passengers 

and a timestamped log file of the automatic 

activation of the system and its timestamp.

The recipients of the processed data are the 

emergency call handling centres designated 

by the relevant national authorities in the 

territory in which they are located, enabling 

priority routing and handling of calls to the 

“112” emergency number.

Data storage

Data contained in the system’s memory 

is not accessible from outside the system until 

a call is made. The system is not traceable 

and is not continuously monitored in its 

normal operating mode.

The data in the system's internal memory is 

automatically and continuously erased. Only 

the vehicle’s three most recent locations, 

necessary for the normal functioning of the 

system, are stored.

When an emergency call is triggered, the data 

log is stored for no more than 13 hours.

Access to data

You have the right of access to data and 

as appropriate to request the rectification, 

erasure or restriction of processing of any 

personal data not processed in accordance 

with the provisions of GDPR. Third parties 

to which data has been disclosed shall 

be notified of any rectification, erasure or 

restriction carried out in compliance with 

GDPR, unless it proves impossible or 

involves a disproportionate effort.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint 

with the respective data protection 

supervisory authority.

If you want to claim your above-mentioned 

rights please contact us per email at 

privacyrights@stellantis.com. 

For more information regarding our contact 

details please take a look at our Privacy & 

Cookies Policy on the brand's website.

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ASSISTANCE

►  If the vehicle breaks down, press button 

2

 

for more than 2 seconds to request assistance 

(confirmed by a voice message*).

►  Pressing again immediately cancels the 

request.

Privacy mode allows you to manage the 

level of sharing (data and/or location) 

between your vehicle and CITROËN.

It can be configured in the 

Settings

 touch 

screen application.

If you purchased your vehicle outside the 

CITROËN dealer network, you are 

invited to have a dealer check the 

configuration of these services and, if desired, 

modify it as required. In a multilingual country, 

services can be configured to use the official 

national language of your choice.

For technical reasons and in particular to 

improve the quality of telemetry services 

provided to customers, the Manufacturer 

reserves the right to carry out updates to the 

vehicle's on-board telemetry system at any 

time.

* According to the geographic coverage of the ‘eCall (SOS)’ and the ‘ASSISTANCE’ functions and the official national language chosen by the owner of the 

vehicle. 

The list of countries covered and telematic services provided is available from dealers or on the website for your country.

When a vehicle's on-board telemetry 

system is being updated, the 

ASSISTANCE function is not available.

If you benefit from the Citroën Connect 

Box offer with the SOS and Assistance 

Pack included, there are additional services 

available to you in your personal space, via 

the website for your country.

For information about the SOS and 

Assistance Pack, please refer to the general 

conditions for these services.

Electronic stability control 

(ESC)

The electronic stability control programme 

includes the following systems:

–  Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Electronic 

brake force distribution (EBFD).

–  Emergency braking assistance (EBA).

–  Automatic post-collision braking (APCB).

–  Anti-slip regulation (ASR).

–  Dynamic stability control (DSC).

–  Trailer stability assist (TSA).

Anti-lock braking system 

(ABS)/Electronic brake force 

distribution (EBFD)

These systems enhance the vehicle’s stability 

and handling during braking, and enable greater 

control while cornering, particularly on poor or 

slippery road surfaces.

ABS prevents wheel locking in the event of 

emergency braking.

Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) 

manages overall braking pressure on each 

individual wheel.

► 

When braking in an emergency, depress 

the pedal very firmly and maintain this 

pressure.

The normal operation of the ABS may 

result in slight vibrations in the brake 

pedal.

This warning lamp comes on fixed in the 

event of an ABS malfunction.

The vehicle retains conventional braking. Drive 

carefully at a moderate speed.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

This warning lamp, when lit together with 

the 

STOP

 and ABS warning lamps, 

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accompanied by a message and an audible 

signal, indicates an EBFD malfunction.

You must stop the vehicle.

Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch off 

the ignition.

Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop.

When changing wheels (tyres and rims), 

ensure that these are approved for your 

vehicle.

After an impact

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or 

a qualified workshop.

Emergency braking 

assistance (EBA)

This system reduces the emergency stopping 

distance, by optimising the braking pressure.

It is triggered in relation to the speed at which 

the brake pedal is depressed. The effect of this 

is a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and 

an increase in braking efficiency.

Post Collision Safety Brake 

(APCB)

If an accident is detected, the vehicle initiates 

automatic post collision braking. The goal of this 

system is to reduce the risk of further collisions if 

the driver does not react.

The system is not operational if the capability of 

the vehicle to trigger and execute the automatic 

post collision braking is not available, as it can 

occur in destructive accidents or in other specific 

accident scenarios.

It is possible to override the automatic braking by 

pressing the brake pedal or accelerator pedal.

Operating conditions

The system operates, if the following conditions 

are met:

–  Airbags or pyrotechnic seat belt pretensioners 

have been deployed by the collision.

–  Braking systems and electric functions remain 

continuously operational during and after 

collision.

–  Driver has not depressed the brake or 

accelerator pedal.

Malfunction

In the event of a 

malfunction, one of these 

warning lamps will come on fixed on the 

instrument panel, accompanied by the Service 

warning lamp, the display of a message and an 

audible signal.

Visit a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Anti-slip regulation (ASR) 

/ Dynamic stability control 

(DSC)

Anti-slip regulation (or traction control) optimises 

traction by using engine braking and by applying 

the brakes on the driving wheels to avoid one 

or more wheels spinning. It also enhances the 

vehicle's directional stability.

If there is a difference between the vehicle’s 

trajectory and the path desired by the driver, the 

dynamic stability control system automatically 

uses engine braking and the brakes on one or 

more wheels to return the vehicle to the desired 

path, within the limits of the laws of physics.

These systems are activated automatically every 

time the vehicle is started.

These systems are activated in the event 

of a problem with grip or trajectory 

(confirmed by this warning lamp flashing on the 

instrument panel).

Deactivation/Reactivation

In exceptional conditions (e.g. moving a vehicle 

that is bogged down in mud, stuck in snow, on 

loose soil), it may prove useful to deactivate the 

DSC/ASR systems, so that the wheels can move 

freely and regain grip.

Reactivate the system as soon as the level of 

grip permits.

It is configured in the 

ADAS

 touch screen 

application.

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Deactivation/reactivation is confirmed by 

the lighting/switching off of this indicator 

lamp on the instrument panel and the display of 

a message.

The ASR system is reactivated automatically 

every time the ignition is switched on or at 

speeds over 31 mph (50 km/h).

Reactivation is manual below 31 mph (50 km/h).

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, this warning 

lamp lights up on the instrument panel, 

accompanied by the display of a message and 

an audible signal.

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

ASR/DSC

These systems enhance safety during 

normal driving, but should not encourage 

the driver to take extra risks or drive at high 

speed.

It is in conditions of reduced grip (rain, snow, 

ice) that the risk of loss of grip increases. It 

is therefore important for your safety to keep 

these systems activated in all conditions, and 

particularly in difficult conditions.

Correct operation of these systems depends 

on compliance with the manufacturer's 

recommendations relating to the wheels 

(tyres and rims), braking and electronic 

components, as well as the assembly and 

repair procedures provided by CITROËN 

dealers.

In order to ensure that these systems remain 

effective in wintry conditions, the use of snow 

or all-season tyres is recommended. All four 

wheels must be fitted with tyres approved for 

your vehicle.

All tyre specifications are listed on the 

tyre/paint label. For more information 

on 

Identification markings

, refer to the 

corresponding section.

Trailer stability assist (TSA)

When towing, this system reduces the risk of the 

vehicle or trailer snaking.

Operation

The system is activated automatically when the 

ignition is switched on.

The electronic stability control system (ESC) 

must not have any faults.

The vehicle speed must be between 37 and 99 

mph (60 and 160 km/h).

If the system detects that the trailer is 

snaking, it applies the brakes to stabilise 

the trailer and reduces engine power, if 

necessary, to slow the vehicle (indicated by the 

flashing of this warning lamp on the instrument 

panel and the brake lamps coming on).

For information on weights and towed loads, 

refer to the 

Engine technical data and towed 

loads

 section or your vehicle’s registration 

certificate.

To ensure safe driving with a 

Towing device

, 

refer to the corresponding section.

Malfunction

If a fault occurs, this warning lamp lights 

up on the instrument panel, accompanied 

by a message and an audible signal.

To continue towing a trailer, reduce speed and 

drive carefully!

Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a 

qualified workshop.

The trailer stability control system 

provides an extra safety feature under 

normal driving conditions, when following the 

recommendations for use of trailers and 

current legislation in force in your country. It 

must not encourage the driver to take extra 

risks, such as using a trailer in unsuitable 

conditions of operation (e.g. excessive load, 

exceeded nose weight, worn or under-inflated 

tyres, faulty braking system) or driving at 

excessive speed.

In certain cases, the system may not detect 

trailer snaking, particularly with a light trailer.

When driving on slippery or poor surfaces, the 

system may not be able to prevent sudden 

trailer snaking.

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Seat belts

Inertia reel

The seat belts are equipped with an inertia reel 

which allows the strap length to automatically 

adjust to your shape. The seat belt returns to its 

storage automatically when it is not used.

The inertia reels are fitted with a device which 

automatically locks the strap in the event of a 

collision, emergency braking or if the vehicle rolls 

over. It can be released by pulling the strap firmly 

and then releasing it so that it reels in slightly.

Pyrotechnic pretensioning

This system improves safety in the event of a 

frontal or side impact.

Depending on the severity of the impact, the 

pyrotechnic pretensioning system instantly 

tightens the seat belts against the body of the 

occupants.

The pyrotechnic pretensioning seat belts are 

enabled when the ignition is on.

Force limiting system

This system reduces the pressure of the seat 

belt on the chest of the occupant, thus improving 

their protection.

In the event of an impact

Depending on the nature and 

seriousness of the impacts, the pyrotechnic 

device may trigger before and independently 

of airbag deployment. Deployment of the 

pretensioners is accompanied by a slight 

discharge of harmless smoke and a noise, 

due to the activation of the pyrotechnic 

cartridge incorporated in the system.

In all cases, the airbag warning lamp comes 

on.

Following an impact, have the seat belt 

system checked, and if necessary replaced, 

by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified 

workshop.

Front seat belts

The front seat belts are fitted with a pyrotechnic 

pretensioning system and a force limiting 

system.

Rear seat belts

 

 

Each of the rear seats has a three-point seat belt 

with inertia reel.

The outer seats are fitted with a pyrotechnic 

pretensioning and force limiting system.

Fastening

►  Pull the strap, then insert the tongue into the 

buckle.

►  Check that the seat belt is fastened correctly 

by pulling on the strap.

Unfastening

►  Press the red button on the buckle.

►  Guide the seat belt as it is reeled in.

Seat belt not fastened/

unfastened alerts

 

 

 

 

1.

Front left seat belt warning lamp

2.

Front right seat belt warning lamp

3.

Rear left seat belt warning lamp

4.

Rear centre seat belt warning lamp

5.

Rear right seat belt warning lamp

Not fastened/unfastened warning lamp

It comes on in red on both the instrument panel 

and on the seat belts warning lamps display as 

soon as the system detects that a seat belt is not 

fastened or has been unfastened.

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Front seat belt not fastened alert

When the ignition is switched on, if the 

driver or front passenger has not fastened their 

seat belt, the corresponding warning lamp ( 

1

 or 

2

) comes on in red. At a speed greater than 12 

mph (20 km/h), the warning lamp flashes red, 

accompanied by an audible signal for around 2 

minutes. After this time has elapsed, the warning 

lamp remains on fixed in red until the seat belt is 

fastened. 

Rear seat belt not fastened alert

When the ignition is switched on, if one of 

the rear passengers has not fastened their seat 

belt, the corresponding warning lamp ( 

3

, 

4

 or 

5

) 

comes on in red for 1 minute. 

Seat belt unfastened alert

After the ignition is switched on, if the 

driver or a passenger unfastens their seat belt, 

the corresponding warning lamp ( 

1

, 

2

, 

3

, 

4

 or 

5

) comes on in red. At a speed greater than 

12 mph (20 km/h), the warning lamp flashes, 

accompanied by an audible signal for around 2 

minutes. After this time has elapsed, the warning 

lamp remains on until the seat belt has been 

fastened again. 

With the ignition on, if the driver or a 

passenger fastens their seat belt, the 

corresponding warning lamp ( 

1

, 

2

, 

3

, 

4

 or 

5

) 

comes on in green on the display. 

With the ignition on, if one of the front or 

rear passenger seats is detected as being 

unoccupied, the corresponding warning lamp ( 

2

, 

3

, 

4

 or 

5

) comes on in grey on the display. 

When there are no longer any not fastened/

unfastened alerts, the green or grey warning 

lamps remain on for around 30 seconds, then 

go off.

Advice

The driver must ensure that passengers 

use the seat belts correctly and that they 

are all fastened before setting off.

Wherever seated in the vehicle, you must 

always fasten the seat belt, even for short 

journeys.

Do not invert the seat belt buckles, as they 

will not fulfil their role properly.

To ensure the proper functioning of the belt 

buckles, make sure that there are no foreign 

bodies present (e.g. a coin) before fastening.

Before and after use, ensure that the seat belt 

is reeled in correctly.

After folding or moving a seat or rear bench 

seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned 

and reeled in correctly.

Installation

The lower part of the strap must be 

positioned as low as possible over the pelvis.

The upper part must be positioned in the 

hollow of the shoulder.

In order to be effective, a seat belt must:

–  be tightened as close to the body as 

possible.

–  be pulled in front of you with a smooth 

movement, ensuring that it is not twisted.

–  only be used to secure one person.

–  not show signs of tearing or fraying.

–  not be changed or modified, in order to 

avoid affecting its performance.

Recommendations for children

Use a suitable child seat if the passenger 

is less than 12 years old or shorter than 1.5 

metres.

Never use the same seat belt to secure more 

than one child.

Never carry a child on your lap.

For more information on 

Child seats

, refer to 

the corresponding section.

Maintenance

In accordance with current safety 

regulations, for all work on your vehicle's 

seat belts, contact a qualified workshop with 

the skills and equipment needed, which a 

CITROËN dealer is able to provide.

Have the seat belts checked regularly by a 

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop, 

particularly if the straps show signs of 

damage.

Clean the seat belt straps with soapy water or 

a textile cleaning product, sold by CITROËN 

dealers.

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Airbags

General information

System designed to help improve the safety 

of the occupants sitting in the front seats and 

the rear outer seats, in the event of a violent 

collision. The airbags supplement the action 

of the seat belts equipped with a force limiting 

system.

Electronic detectors record and analyse the 

front and side impacts sustained in the impact 

detection zones:

–  In the event of violent impact, the airbags 

deploy instantly and help better protect the 

occupants of the vehicle; immediately after the 

impact, the airbags deflate rapidly in order not 

to hinder the visibility or the possible exit of the 

occupants.

–  In the event of a slight impact, a rear impact 

and under certain rollover conditions, the airbags 

may not deploy; only the seat belt helps to 

protect you in these situations.

The seriousness of the impact depends on the 

nature of the obstacle and the speed of the 

vehicle at the moment of collision.

The airbags do not operate when the 

ignition is switched off.

This equipment will only deploy once. If a 

second impact occurs (during the same or a 

* For more information on Deactivating the front passenger airbag, refer to the corresponding section.

subsequent accident), the airbag will not be 

deployed again.

Impact detection zones

A.

Front impact zone

B.

Side impact zone

When one or more airbags are deployed, 

the detonation of the pyrotechnic charge 

incorporated in the system makes a noise and 

releases a small quantity of smoke.

This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive 

individuals may experience irritation.

The detonation noise associated with the 

deployment of one or more airbags may result 

in a slight loss of hearing for a short time.

Front airbags

 

 

System that protects the driver and front 

passenger in the event of a serious front impact, 

limiting the risk of head and chest injury.

The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the 

steering wheel; the front passenger airbag is 

fitted in the dashboard above the glove box.

Deployment

They deploy, except the front passenger airbag 

if it is deactivated*, in the event of a serious front 

impact to all or part of the front impact zone 

A

.

The front airbag inflates between the thorax and 

head of the front occupant of the vehicle and the 

steering wheel, driver's side, and the dashboard, 

passenger's side, to cushion their forward 

movement.

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Lateral airbags

In the event of a serious side impact, this system 

protects the driver and front passenger to 

mitigate the risk of injury to the chest, between 

the hip and the shoulder.

Each lateral airbag is fitted in the seat backrest 

frame, on the door side.

Deployment

The lateral airbags are deployed on one side in 

the event of a serious side impact applied to all 

or part of the side impact zone 

B

.

The lateral airbag inflates between the chest of 

the vehicle's occupant and the corresponding 

door panel.

Curtain airbags

System contributing towards greater protection 

for the driver and passengers (with the exception 

of the rear centre passenger) in the event of a 

serious side impact in order to limit the risk of 

injury to the side of the head.

Each curtain airbag is built into the pillars and 

the upper passenger compartment area.

Deployment

It deploys simultaneously with the corresponding 

lateral airbag in the event of a serious side 

impact applied to all or part of the side impact 

zone 

B

.

The curtain airbag inflates between the front 

and rear occupants of the vehicle and the 

corresponding windows.

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, 

these warning lamps light up on 

the instrument panel. Contact a CITROËN dealer 

or a qualified workshop to have the system 

checked.

The airbags may not be deployed in the event of 

a serious impact.

In the event of a minor impact or bump at 

the side of the vehicle or if the vehicle 

rolls over, the airbags may not be deployed.

In the event of a rear or front collision, none of 

the lateral airbags are deployed.

Advice

For the airbags to be fully effective, 

observe the safety recommendations 

below.

Adopt a normal and upright sitting position.

Fasten your seat belt and position it correctly.

Do not place anything between the occupants 

and the airbags (e.g. child, animal, object), do 

not fix or attach anything near or in the path of 

the airbags, as this could cause injuries when 

they are deployed.

Never modify the original definition of the 

vehicle, particularly in the area directly around 

the airbags.

Even if all of the precautions mentioned are 

observed, a risk of injury or of minor burns to 

the head, chest or arms cannot be ruled out 

when an airbag is deployed. The bag inflates 

almost instantly (within a few milliseconds) 

then deflates within the same time, 

discharging the hot gas via openings provided 

for this purpose.

After an accident or if the vehicle has been 

stolen, have the airbag systems checked.

All work must be carried out only by a 

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop

Front airbags

Do not drive holding the steering wheel 

by its spokes or resting your hands on the 

centre part of the wheel.

Passengers must not place their feet on the 

dashboard.

Do not smoke as deployment of the airbags 

can cause burns or the risk of injury from a 

cigarette or pipe.

Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or 

hit it violently.

Do not fix or attach anything to the steering 

wheel or dashboard, as this could cause 

injuries when the airbags are deployed.

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Lateral airbags

Use only approved seat covers 

compatible with the deployment of these 

airbags. For information on the range of seat 

covers suitable for your vehicle, contact a 

CITROËN dealer.

Do not fix or attach anything to the seat 

backrests (e.g. clothing) as this could cause 

injuries to the chest or arm when the airbag is 

deployed.

Do not sit with the upper part of the body any 

nearer to the door than necessary.

The vehicle's front door panels include side 

impact sensors.

A damaged door or any unauthorised or 

incorrectly executed work (modification or 

repair) on the front doors or their interior trim 

could compromise the operation of these 

sensors - risk of malfunction of the lateral 

airbags!

All work must be carried out only by a 

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop

Curtain airbags

Do not fix or attach anything to the roof, 

as this could cause head injuries when the 

curtain airbag is deployed.

Do not remove the grab handles installed on 

the roof.

Active bonnet

(Depending on version.)

 

 

The active bonnet has been designed to 

optimise the safety of pedestrians in the event of 

collision with the front of the vehicle.

The pyrotechnic system is triggered at the 

hinges of the bonnet to lift it, when the sensors 

located at the front of the vehicle detect a 

collision.

Deployment of the active bonnet is 

accompanied by a slight discharge of 

harmless smoke and a noise, due to the 

activation of the pyrotechnic cartridge 

incorporated in the system. The airbag 

warning lamp comes on.

After triggering, do not try to open or close 

the bonnet. Call a towing company or go to 

the nearest CITROËN dealer or qualified 

workshop, driving at a speed below 19 mph 

(30 km/h).

Make sure that you adjust the height of the 

driver's seat - risk of hindrance to visibility!

This equipment will only trigger once. If a 

second impact occurs (during the same 

or a subsequent accident), the active bonnet 

will not trigger.

After an accident or if the vehicle has been 

stolen, have the system checked.

Do not tamper with the pyrotechnic systems 

under the bonnet, close to the struts - risk of 

explosion!

All work must be carried out only by a 

CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop

Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, this warning 

lamp lights up on the instrument panel, 

accompanied by the display of a message and 

an audible signal. You must contact a CITROËN 

dealer or a qualified workshop to have the 

system checked.

The active bonnet may not deploy in the event of 

an impact.

Child seats

The legislation on carrying children is 

specific to each country. Refer to the 

legislation in force in your country.

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For maximum safety, please observe the 

following recommendations:

–  In accordance with European regulations, 

all 

children under the age of 12 or less than one 

and a half metres tall must travel in approved 

child seats suited to their weight

, on seats 

fitted with a seat belt or ISOFIX mountings.

– 

Statistically, the safest seats in your 

vehicle for carrying children are the rear 

seats.

– 

A child weighing less than 9 kg must travel 

in the "rearward facing" position both in the 

front and in the rear.

It is recommended

 that children travel 

on the 

rear seats

 of the vehicle:

– "

rearward facing

" up to the age of 3,

– "

forward facing

" over the age of 3.

Make sure that the seat belt is correctly 

positioned and tightened.

For child seats with a support leg, ensure that 

the support leg is in firm and steady contact 

with the floor.

Advice

An incorrectly installed child seat 

compromises the child's safety in the 

event of an accident.

Ensure that there is no seat belt or seat belt 

buckle under the child seat, as this could 

destabilise it.

Remember to fasten the seat belts or the 

harness of child seats, keeping the slack 

relative to the child's body to a minimum, 

even for short journeys.

When installing a child seat using the seat 

belt, ensure that the seat belt is tightened 

correctly on the child seat and that it secures 

the child seat firmly on the seat of the vehicle. 

If the passenger seat is adjustable, move it 

forwards if necessary.

Remove the head restraint before 

installing a child seat with a backrest on a 

passenger seat.

Ensure that the head restraint is stored or 

attached securely to prevent it from being 

thrown around the vehicle in the event of 

sharp braking. Refit the head restraint once 

the child seat has been removed.

Installing a booster seat

The chest part of the seat belt must be 

positioned on the child's shoulder without 

touching the neck.

Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt 

passes correctly over the child's thighs.

Use a booster seat with backrest, equipped 

with a belt guide at shoulder level.

Additional protections

To prevent accidental opening of the 

doors and rear windows, use the "Child lock".

Take care not to open the rear windows by 

more than one third.

To protect young children from the rays of the 

sun, fit side blinds on the rear windows.

As a safety precaution, do not leave:

–  a child alone and unattended in a vehicle,

–  a child or an animal in a vehicle which is 

exposed to the sun, with the windows closed,

–  the keys within reach of children inside the 

vehicle.

Child seat at the rear

Forward-facing or rearward-facing

 

 

 

 

►  Move the vehicle's front seat forward and 

straighten the backrest so that the legs of the 

child in the forward-facing or rearward-facing 

child seat itself do not touch the vehicle's front 

seat.

►  Check that the backrest of the forward-facing 

child seat is as close as possible to the backrest 

of the vehicle's rear seat, and ideally in contact 

with it.

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Centre rear seat

A child seat with a support leg must never be 

installed on the 

centre rear passenger seat

.

Child seat at the front

 

 

►  Adjust the front passenger seat to the 

highest

 and 

fully back longitudinal position

, 

with the backrest straightened

.

"Forward facing"

 

 

You must leave the front passenger 

airbag active.

"Rearward facing"

 

 

To ensure the safety of the child, the front 

passenger airbag MUST be deactivated 

when a "rearward facing" child seat is 

installed on the front passenger seat. 

Otherwise, the child risks being seriously 

injured or killed in the event of deployment of 

the airbag.

Vehicles not equipped with a 

deactivation/reactivation control

Installing a "rearward facing" child seat on 

the front passenger seat is strictly prohibited 

- risk of death or serious injury in the event of 

airbag deployment!

 

 

Warning label - Front passenger airbag

 

 

You must comply with the following instruction, 

as reminded by the warning label on both sides 

of the passenger sun visor:

NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint 

on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in 

front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the 

CHILD can occur.

Deactivating the front 

passenger airbag

(Depending on version.)

 

 

Passenger airbag OFF

Deactivating/Reactivating the front 

passenger airbag

For vehicles on which it is fitted, the switch is 

located inside the glove box.