2020 Citroen C5 Aircross Owner’s Manual

The 2020 Citron C5 Aircross will be a bold and modern SUV. It will have a good mix of unique design elements and cutting-edge features that will make it stand out in its market. This version has a strong and expressive body with strong lines and the unique Airbump technology that protects and looks good. Inside, the 2020 C5 Aircross has a roomy and comfy cabin with smart storage options and high-tech technology interfaces. It has efficient engine options that make driving responsive and fun, and its focus on customization and usefulness makes it a good choice for modern drivers who want an SUV that strikes a balance between style, comfort, and performance.

Steering wheel

• When stationary, pull control A to release the steering wheel.
• Adjust the height and reach to suit your driving position.
• Push control A to lock the steering wheel.

Mirrors

Door mirrors
Demisting/Defrosting
If the vehicle is so equipped, demisting/defrosting of the heated door mirrors is performed when the heated rear screen is switched on.
For more information on Rear screen demisting/defrosting, refer to the corresponding section.
Adjustment

• Move control A to the right or to the left to select the corresponding mirror.
• Move control B in any of the four directions to adjust.
• Return control A to its central position.

As a safety measure, the mirrors should be adjusted to reduce the “blind spots”. The objects that you see in the mirrors are in fact closer than they appear. Take this into account in order to correctly judge the distance of vehicles approaching from behind.

Manual folding
The mirrors can be folded manually (parking obstruction, narrow garage, etc.). Turn the mirror towards the vehicle.

Electric folding
Depending on equipment, the mirrors can be folded electrically, when the vehicle is parked.

• From the inside, with the ignition on, place control A in the central position.
• Pull control A backward.
• Lock the vehicle from the outside.

Electric unfolding

• From outside: unlock the vehicle.
• From inside: with the ignition on, place controls A in the central position and then pull it rearwards.

The remote-controlled automatic door mirror folding/unfolding function is configured via the Driving / Vehicle touchscreen menu.

Automatic tilting in reverse gear
Depending on the version, this function allows to automatically tilt the mirrors downwards to assist with parking maneuvers in reverse gear. With the engine running, on engaging reverse gear, the mirror glasses tilt downwards. They return to their initial position:

• A few seconds after coming out of reverse gear.
• Once the vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).
• When the engine is switched off. It is set via the Driving/Vehicle touchscreen menu.

Rearview mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which darkens the mirror glass and reduces the nuisance to the driver caused by the sun, headlamps of other vehicles, etc.

Manual model
Adjustment

• Adjust the mirror so that the glass is directed correctly in the “day” position.

Day/night position

• Pull the lever to change to the “night” anti-dazzle position.
• Push the lever to change to the normal “day” position.

Automatic “electrochromic” models
The electrochromic system uses a sensor to detect the level of exterior brightness, as well as that coming from the rear of the vehicle, in order to automatically and gradually switch between day and night usage.

Important: To ensure optimum visibility while manoeuvring, the mirror automatically brightens when the reverse gear is engaged. The system is deactivated if the load in the boot exceeds the height of the load space cover or if the load space cover has items placed on it.

Rear seats
The 3 seats in the 2nd row are independent and of the same width. Their backrests are adjustable to adapt the boot load space.

Rear head restraints
They have two positions:

• a high position, for when the seat is in use:
  • pull the head restraint fully up.
• a low position, for stowing, when the seat is not in use:
  • press the lugs A to release the head restraint and push it fully down.

The rear head restraints can be removed. To remove a head restraint:

• pull the head restraint as far up as it will go,
• press lugs A to release the head restraint and remove it completely,
• stow the head restraint.

To refit a head restraint:

• insert the head restraint rods into the guides in the corresponding seat backrest,
• push the head restraint down as far as it will go,
• Press lugs A to release the head restraint and push it fully down.

Important: Never drive with passengers seated at the rear when the head restraints are removed; they must be in place and in a high position.

Longitudinal adjustment
Seat operations must only be done with the vehicle stationary. Each seat can be adjusted individually. Raise the control and slide the seat forwards or backward.

Important: Once the backrest is folded, it is no longer possible to slide the seat.

Backrest angle
Several adjustment positions are possible.

• Move the seat forward.
• Pull the strap forward, then tilt the backrest to the desired position.

Folding the backrests
Caution: The backrests must only be operated with the vehicle stationary.
Preliminary operations

• lower the head restraints,
• if necessary, move the front seats forward,
• check that no person or object could interfere with the folding of the backrests (clothing, luggage, etc.),
• check that the outer seat belts are properly tensioned along the pillars, that the central belt is stowed and that the tongues of the three belts are correctly in the storage position.
• Pull the strap 1 firmly to release the backrest.
• Guide the backrest 2 down to the horizontal position.

Repositioning the backrests

• Put the backrest 2 in the upright position and push firmly to latch it home.
• Check that the release strap 1 has correctly returned to its position.
• Ensure that the outer seat belts are not trapped during the operation.

Please note: an incorrectly latched backrest compromises the safety of passengers in the event of sudden braking or an impact. The contents of the boot may be thrown forward – risk of serious injury!

Heating and Ventilation

Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger compartment is filtered and originates either from the exterior, via the grille located at the base of the windscreen, or from the inside in air recirculation mode.

Controls
The controls are accessible in the “Air conditioning” touchscreen menu and are also grouped together in the control panel on the center console.

Air distribution

1. Windscreen demisting/defrosting vents
2. Front side window demisting/defrosting vents
3. Adjustable and closable side air vents
4. Adjustable and closable central air vents
5. Air outlets to the front footwells
6. Air outlets to the rear footwells
7. Adjustable and closable air vents, with a blower (depending on the version)

Advice
Important: Using the ventilation and air conditioning system

• To ensure that air is distributed evenly, keep the external air intake grilles at the base of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents, the air outlets, and the air extractor in the boot free from obstructions.
• Do not cover the sunshine sensor located on the dashboard; this sensor is used to regulate the automatic air conditioning system.
• Operate the air conditioning system for at least 5 to 10 minutes once or twice a month to keep it in perfect working order.
• If the system does not produce cold air, switch it off and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
• When towing the maximum load on a steep gradient in high temperatures, switching off the air conditioning increases the available engine power, enhancing the towing capacity.

Caution: Avoid driving for too long with the ventilation off or with prolonged operation of interior air recirculation. Risk of misting and deterioration of the air quality. Condensation created by the air conditioning results in a discharge of water underneath the vehicle. This is perfectly normal. Servicing the ventilation and air conditioning system

• If the interior temperature is very high after the vehicle has stood for a long time in the sunshine, air the passenger compartment for a few moments. Put the air flow control at a setting high enough to quickly change the air in the passenger compartment.
• Ensure that the passenger compartment filter is in good condition and have the filter elements replaced regularly.
• We recommend using a composite passenger compartment filter. Thanks to its special active additive, this type of filter helps to purify the air breathed by the occupants and keep the passenger compartment clean (by reducing allergic symptoms, unpleasant odors, and greasy deposits).
• To ensure the correct operation of the air conditioning system, have it checked according to the recommendations in the Maintenance and Warranty Guide.

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.

FAQ’s