Manual air conditioning

Press the Air conditioning menu button below the touchscreen to display the system control page.

- Automatic Visibility programme.
- Recirculation mode.
- Rear window demisting / defrosting.
- System off.
- Air flow adjustment.
- Temperature adjustment.
- Air distribution adjustment.
- Air conditioning on / off.
- Maximum air conditioning.
The air conditioning system only operates with the engine running.
Adjusting the temperature
► Press one of the arrows 6 to decrease (blue) or increase (red) the value.
The value displayed corresponds to a comfort level, not a specific temperature.
To cool or heat the cabin to the maximum, press the temperature control button down or up until LO or HI is displayed.
Adjusting the air volume
► Press one of the buttons 5 to increase (+) or decrease (-) the blower fan speed.
The air flow symbol (fan) fills up progressively according to the amount of air requested.
Reducing the air flow to the minimum turns off the ventilation.
Avoid driving for too long with the ventilation off. Risk of condensation build-up and deterioration of air quality!
Adjusting the air distribution
You can adjust the air distribution in the cabin using the three buttons 7.
Windscreen and side windows.
Central and side vents.
Occupants' feet.
Each press on a button activates or deactivates the function. The indicator light is on when the button is activated. For even distribution in the cabin, all three buttons can be activated at the same time.
Automatic Visibility programme
For more information on button 1 "Automatic Visibility programme", refer to the section "Front demisting / defrosting".
Air conditioning on / off.
The air conditioning is designed to work efficiently in all seasons, with the windows closed:
- In summer, it lowers the temperature.
- In winter, above 3ºC, it improves the efficiency of demisting.
► Press button 8 to switch the air conditioning on / off.
When the function is switched on, the indicator light comes on.
The air conditioning does not operate when the air flow is switched off.
To get cool air more quickly, use cabin air recirculation for a few moments. Then return to outside air intake.
Switching off the air conditioning may cause discomfort (humidity, fogging).
Test yourself
A quick Citroen C5 Aircross quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.