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The Citroën C5, a representative of the European D-segment, was introduced at the 2000 Paris Motor Show. Production of this model, which replaced the Xantia on the assembly line, commenced in 2001. It features the Hydractive III hydropneumatic suspension system, alongside an extensive array of electronic systems integrated via a multiplexed network. This article provides a detailed overview of the fuse box diagrams for the first-generation Citroën C5 X40 (PF3 platform; DC/RC sedan and DE/RE station wagon body styles) covering the 2001 through 2008 model years.
This guide details the locations and includes photographs of the power distribution boxes. Fuses responsible for the “Cigarette Lighter” and “Fuel Pump” are highlighted in bold.
Engine Compartment
This compartment houses two power distribution boxes designed to protect the vehicle's electrical circuits.
Main Fuse Box
It is located on the right side of the engine bay, adjacent to the battery.
RE / RC Body Styles (2004–2008 Models)
General view of the power distribution box.
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Rating (A) |
| 1 | Cooling fan motor relay (low speed), engine management system | 20 |
| 2 | Horn | 15 |
| 3 | Windshield washer pump, rear window washer pump | 10 |
| 4 | Headlight washer pump | 20 |
| 5 | Fuel pump | 15 |
| 6 | ABS electronic control module, auxiliary heater (Diesel) | 10 |
| 7 | Automatic transmission control module, power steering | 10 |
| 8 | Starter motor | 20 |
| 9 | Brake light switch (brake pedal position sensor) | 10 |
| 10 | Engine management system, fuel heater (Diesel) | 30 |
| 11 | HVAC / climate control system | 40 |
| 12 | Windshield wiper motor | 30 |
| 13 | Multifunction control module 1 | 40 |
| 14 | Secondary air injection pump | 30 |
| Auxiliary side panel | ||
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| F1 | Cooling fan motor control module | 50 |
| F2 | Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 30 |
| F3 | 30 | |
| F4 | Multifunction control module 1 | 80 |
| F5 | 80 | |
| F6 | Passenger compartment fuse / relay box | 80 |
| F7 | Power steering | 70 |
| F8 | Suspension control actuator motor | 40 |
DE / DC Body Styles (2001–2004 Models)
General view.
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Rating (A) |
| 1 | Reverse lights | 10 |
| 2 | Fuel pump (gasoline) | 30 |
| 3 | Ignition, ABS control module, suspension hydraulic block | 10 |
| 4 | Ignition, engine control module (ECM), automatic transmission control module (TCM) | 7.5 |
| 5 | Intake air sensor (diesel engines) | 2 |
| 6 | Rear fog lights | 15 |
| 7 | Headlight washer pump | 20 |
| 8 | Fuel pump relay | 20 |
| 9 | Left low beam headlight | 15 |
| 10 | Right low beam headlight | 15 |
| 11 | Left high beam headlight | 10 |
| 12 | Right high beam headlight | 10 |
| 13 | Horn | 15 |
| 14 | Windshield washer pump | 10 |
| 15 | Ignition coil, idle air control (IAC) valve, oxygen sensor | 15 |
| 16 | Secondary air injection pump | 30 |
| 17 | Windshield wiper motor | 30 |
| 18 | HVAC blower motor | 40 |
| Auxiliary side panel | ||
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| F1 | Cooling fan motor, cooling fan resistor, cooling fan relay (low/high speed) | 50 |
| F2 | Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 50 |
| F3 | ||
| F4 | Multifunction control module 1 | 80 |
| F5 | 80 | |
| F6 | Fuse box 2 (dashboard/instrument panel) | 80 |
| F7 | Ignition switch | 30 |
| F8 | Suspension control module | 40 |
Auxiliary Fuse Panel
Located adjacent to the right headlight assembly.
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Rating (A) |
| F1 | Coolant heater | 40 |
| F2 | 40 | |
| F3 | 40 | |
| F4 | Unused / Blank | - |
| 1 | Coolant heater relay 1/2/3 | - |
| 2 | - | |
| 3 | - | |
Passenger Compartment
Located on the driver's side, in the lower section of the dashboard.
Access example. Pre-facelift models may feature one of two block variations.
RE / RC Body Styles (2004–2008 Models)
General view of the Citroën C5 interior fuse box.
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Rating (A) |
| 1 | Rear window wiper motor | 15 |
| 2 | Central locking system | 30 |
| 3 | Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) / Airbag control module | 5 |
| 4 | Auto-dimming rearview mirror, brake light switch (brake pedal position sensor), OBD-II diagnostic port, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), automatic headlight leveling system | 10 |
| 5 | Front power windows, power sunroof | 30 |
| 6 | Rear power windows | 30 |
| 7 | Interior lighting | 5 |
| 8 | Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | 20 |
| 9 | 12V accessory socket, cigarette lighter socket | 30 |
| 10 | Active suspension system, steering wheel multifunction controls, multifunction display, audio system | 20 |
| 11 | Ignition switch, automatic transmission control module | 15 |
| 12 | Seatbelt warning indicator, lane departure warning system, rain sensor, sunload sensor (climate control) | 15 |
| 13 | Multifunction control module 1, trailer lighting control module | 5 |
| 14 | Climate control system, instrument cluster, SRS / Airbags, parking assist system | 15 |
| 15 | Central locking system, instrument cluster | 30 |
| 17 | Rear window defogger | 40 |
Type 1: DE / DC Body Styles (2001–2004 Models)
Passenger compartment fuse assignments.
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Rating (A) |
| F1 | Rear fog lights | 10 |
| F2 | Rear window wiper motor | 15 |
| F4 | Driver's door control module, passenger's door control module, power seat actuator, power sunroof motor | 15 |
| F5 | Left brake light, center high-mount stop lamp (CHMSL) | 15 |
| F7 | Overhead console, rear interior courtesy light, glove box illumination, climate control panel, Cigarette lighter, front 12V accessory socket | 20 |
| F9 | Driver's door control module, passenger's door control module, power sunroof motor | 30 |
| F10 | Fuel additive injector (DPF), trailer wiring connector | 15 |
| F11 | Engine control module (ECM), transmission control module (TCM), gear position sensor, steering column control module, audio system, navigation control module, climate control panel, multifunction display, anti-theft alarm siren | 15 |
| F12 | Automatic transmission mode selector, front right and rear right parking lights, license plate lights, cigarette lighter, audio system | 10 |
| F14 | Driver's door control module, passenger's door control module, primary central locking, power tailgate / fuel filler flap actuator | 30 |
| F15 | Rear central locking, rear power windows | 30 |
| F16 | Engine compartment fuse box 1, fuel additive control module, steering column control module, SRS / Airbag control module | 5 |
| F17 | Right brake light | 10 |
| F18 | Cruise control system, automatic transmission control module, OBD-II diagnostic port, steering column control module | 10 |
| F19 | - | - |
| F22 | Front left and rear left parking lights | 10 |
| F23 | Suspension control module | 15 |
| F24 | Instrument cluster, multifunction digital display, climate control panel, parking assist control module | 15 |
| F26 | - | |
| F36 | Audio system power amplifier | 30 |
| F37 | Power seat (passenger side) | 30 |
| F38 | Power seat (driver side) | 30 |
| F39 | Passenger seat heater | 30 |
| F40 | Driver seat heater | 30 |
Type 2: DE / DC Body Styles (2001–2004 Models)
Passenger compartment fuse assignments.
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Rating (A) |
| 1 | Rear fog lights | 10 |
| 2 | Rear window wiper motor | 15 |
| 3 | - | - |
| 4 | Driver's door anti-theft alarm sensor | 15 |
| 5 | Rear left brake light | 15 |
| 6 | - | - |
| 7 | Accessory power (Ignition positive) | 20 |
| 8 | - | - |
| 9 | Front power windows, power sunroof | 30 |
| 10 | Ignition positive terminal (Terminal 15) | 15 |
| 11 | Anti-theft alarm indicator, navigation system, climate control, telematics / telephone | 15 |
| 12 | Front right and rear right parking lights | 10 |
| 13 | - | - |
| 14 | Central locking system | 30 |
| 15 | Rear power windows | 30 |
| 16 | Steering column switches, SRS / Airbag control module, engine compartment fuse box | 5 |
| 17 | Right brake light | 10 |
| 18 | Steering angle sensor, automatic transmission gear selector sensor, OBD-II diagnostic port | 10 |
| 19 | - | - |
| 20 | Navigation system, audio system | 10 |
| 21 | - | - |
| 22 | Front left and rear left parking lights | 10 |
| 23 | Suspension hydraulic block, ABS control module | 15 |
| 24 | Climate control, telematics / telephone, parking assist system, instrument cluster, telephone signal amplifier | 15 |
| 25 | - | - |
| 26 | Rear window defogger | 40 |
| G36 | Audio system power amplifier | 30 |
| G37 | Power seat (passenger side) | 30 |
| G38 | Power seat (driver side) | 30 |
| G39 | Passenger seat heater (right) | 30 |
| G40 | Driver seat heater (left) | 30 |