Citroen C5 Quiz
Checks

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In this manual: Checks
Getting started — 9Operation check — 4Comfort — 17Openings — 13Visibility — 6Fittings — 5Child safety — 4Safety — 9Driving — 16Checks — 8Practical information — 12Technical data — 1Audio and telematics — 34
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Opening ! Before carrying out any work under the bonnet, deactivate the Stop & Start system to avoid any risk of injury from an automatic START activation.Capot ouverture
Opening the bonnet
  • Open the driver's door.
  • Pull the internal release lever A, located at the bottom of the door frame.
Levez la palette B et soulevez le capot.

  • Lift the tab B and raise the bonnet.
Déclipez la béquille C de son logement et faites-la pivoter pour l’introduire dans le cran D signalé par une fl èche jaune

  • Unclip the prop rod C from its holder and turn it to engage it in the notch D marked by a yellow arrow.
  • Fit the prop rod into the notch to hold the bonnet open.
Engine hot: handle the external control and the bonnet prop with care (risk of burns). The location of the internal control prevents opening while the driver's door is closed. This operation must only be carried out with the vehicle stationary. Avoid operating the bonnet in strong wind. Closing
  • Release the prop rod from the holding notch.
  • Clip the prop rod back into its holder.
  • Lower the bonnet, then slam it firmly just before it closes fully.
  • Pull the bonnet to check that it is securely latched.

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