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I have a C4 Grand Picasso blueHDI 120 Selection model with 2016 (16) plates. SMEG currently on car is: SMEG5.4.B.R8 . CD26378 Date: 01-12-2015

My question (I've googled all over) is if I upgrade firmware to the latest build - what can I expect to gain? My car model has not SatNav. I would ideally love to have Android Auto, but I cannot get this...

After some advice please.

My car went in to a garage after the alternator failed. Everything else was working fine.

Picked it up with new alternator fitted and the CD/radio unit and sat nav screen are all dead. Which also means the parking sensors don't work either as they use the sat nav screen too.

Garage suggested a fuse. So I checked F8 in...

Hi guys. Does anyone know how to code C5 SMEG unit with standard speakers to work with original hifi with subwoofer?
I could replace RNEG in 2012 C5 to SMEG, but the only part of the configuration we don't know how to do is to enable the subwoofer. Thank you a lot!

Is it just a case of using the pins to remove the set and fit a replacement or, is there special way of sorting it? I want to fit a radio that has socket for mp3 player, will doing this affect the settings for the display, clock unit of measurement for speed etc?

Hi All,

I've recently purchased a Citroen C5 x7 Exclusive.
Unfortunately it doesn't come with Sat Nav or even Bluetooth, as it has the RD3 installed.

I'm therefore looking to add a Nexus 7 into the dashboard where the current multi function LCD is in place and under tray.
Ill move the LCD display to the bottom of the dash (Pointless penny...

I'm trying to figure out if it's possible to add an aux-in to my RD3-01 (Clarion PU-2472B(J))radio on a '03 C5.

I enabled the changer with Lexia (BSI and multifunction display) and have a signal cable from green changer connector signal pins. There are references about adding a resistor between some pins to fool the head unit to think that there...

Hi I have a 07 plate relay 2.2 I have converted to a camper but the stereo has problems.
1. Stereo will pick up local radio
2. Will loose signal when I move the van.
3. Traveling down the motorway it will pick up a local station for about 3 miles

I have changed the stereo with no joy
I have changed the Ariel no joy
Have installed a new Ariel...

Hi everyone,

long time lurker seeking some help.

I bought a used MK1 C5 this week. It's a clean 2.0Hdi 110 estate. However, the test drive didn't uncover some of the faults and to be honest, this one is on me. I didn't check the radio. It's not turning on.

I pulled it out this evening, everything looks connected. There's a 12v feed with a...

My 2007 '56' reg C4GP came with the DVD entertainment system, it works fine but the foam covers on the wireless headphones are shot. I wouldn't have thought for a moment that these covers are a Citroen replacement part (probably not even the complete headphone unit themselves, though it would seem a little over the top to have to replace these...

Hi there, I have a C5 Mk2 facelift 55 plate and have the connections under the seat for a cd changer, (Non installed) Would really like to have USB and or Bluetooth connectivity.

Is there an ISO plug that connects to give such functionality please? (Got about 2000 tunes on a stick for the long journeys to Spain each winter!)

Thanks in advance....

Seems that current Citroen and Peugeot mid spec models get android mirror screen and top spec get satnav as well - along with lots of baubles and a big price hike. My current experience with my C4 Picasso satnav persuades me that paying extra for a flawed satnav system is pointless, my phone does better, so when I am next changing car I won't be...

Much as I like the look of the original radio/cassette player in my late Series 1 Xantia, I'd like to be able to play CDs so I plan to fit an aftermarket DIN-sized radio/CD player. Fitting kits with the required console surround are easily found on eBay, but they state suitability for Series 2 Xantias and don't mention the Series 1. Is there...

Hi
I have a hands free mobile phone bt car kit in my vehicle. it has a wire that sends a command to mute the radio when a call is made. I would like to ask how do I connect it to the (original) radio that is installed in the vehicle and if you can provide the guidance how to dismantle the panel & radio (btw - is a code needed to operate the radio...

Radio on my C5 has never worked since I bought the car in June, the display shows it hunting for stations but it's completely silent, no hiss. CD player works, albeit a bit temperamentally. Is the problem likely to be in the aerial amplifier, or would it be hissing if that were the case?

If it ain't broke, but....

Previewing my radio and other configurations in Lexia has left me with a few unanswered questions though I have no problem that needs fixing, just wondering if there's anything I can improve or am missing out on. Feedback most welcome...

1.Although there is a UK region selection, I noticed my region is configured as...

I have a 2012 C4 Grand Picasso fitted with the standard radio head. It works fine for awhile then goes into mute mode, Sometimes it will clear by pressing the mute button on the steering wheel or radio head. If that dosen't work then unplugging the unit and leaving it unplugged for a couple of days fixes it. No codes need to be entered as it's the...

Hi everyone,

I was wondering if anybody here could help me, maybe you have some experience in this area.

My wife is insisting that I get her old Clio hooked up with a Bluetooth system so that she can listen to music from her phone wirelessly in the car.

I don't really want to rush into having it done at a garage just in case there is a cheaper...

I have a 2009 C5 and honestly the navigation is crappy, even thou I have the last update on maps, lots of roads are missing, it's pretty hard to input the destination, I would prefer a touch screen version with all the bells that default navigation is missing. Mine doesn't have Bluetooth media, or even a USB.

Right now apart from radio, cd,...

hi Guy's
what do you all clean your inbuilt sat nav screens with.My screen when off looks all smeary and I don't know what to do. Thanks Guy's.

Hi guys
A little problem with my sat nav on a 2014 Citroen Dispatch van. I put in a replacement but I now have no power to the sat nav unit I can only believe that the fuse has blown. Any ideas as to the fuse location and its number.

thanks in anticipation

Hi,

i can't enter distance to destination by pressing menu, there are just 2 options Alert log and Status of function
Distance to dest. is missing. What i do wrong?

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Hi! I have a 2015 Citroen C4 Picasso puertech+ VTR. I have a problem receiving traffic announcements in our local area ,West Sussex I get BBC Berks witch is over 50 miles away , and random station around the country but not all , Citroen's answer is some units have no solution , trying to find out is this only my unit with this problem ore are...

Hello everybody!
I've just want to replace my old radio ( RD4) to RT6 (RNEG2) with big display DG4.
Can anybody tell me how to connect the display? There is brown 12 pin connector and i don't have wires but only connector and pins.
Please for help or maybe diagram :D

Grateful for clues and tips

Hello,

I recently bought a Citroen C5 III from 2010. It has the radio from the attached image. I think it's the lowest variant because I don't have even the AUX-IN option.

I'm interested to find out how to install a 2 DIN aftermarket stereo (like one from Kenwood that has Android Auto). Has anyone did this? Do you know of any tutorial online or...

Hi Guys,

I have a question regarding connecting my iPhone 6 to my audio system in my Citroen C5 Exclusive 2005 model ( inc Sat Nav )

My previous car had a simple CD/Radio player installed with an auxiliary connection on the front to which I could connect a 3.5mm jack plug which in turn connected to a Belkin hands free kit which also charged the...

So I just got my new multi function light stalk replaced as the signal stalk was way too loose. I went through the instructions in Lexia to get the headlight stalk/steering angle sensor to mate with the car. Everything was great until I went to park my car for a few minutes and the center LCD screen now is stuck on the Citroen welcome street with...

Hello

Any ideas?

Does anyone have one of these fitted ? I installed a cheapo ebay one, the type that emulate the CD changer which I installed today with USB & SD card input. This is on an RNEG unit. It doesent display artist,album or track name info & will only show a maximum of 6 album folders (must think its a 6 disc changer), the tracks can be adjusted ok with...

Hi, just bought a new phone and trying to connect it via Bluetooth to the cars system to stream music etc, problem Im encountering is the car can see the phone but the phone cant see the car. Has anyone got any tips ?

Ill list the process I tried to get it to work

Turned phones bluetooth on and made sure it was visible

Choose the option under...

This section is for comments / posts that have been moved from or that don't relate specifically to any of the telematics sections - in an attempt to try and keep them on topic :-D

Hello,
I'm installing an amplifier (Audison Prima 8.9) in my C5 X7.
I'm trying to get a live feed from the battery to the amp, but I can't find any available spot (grummet) where to run the cable.
Is there a already available place where to run the cable, or do I need open a new one on the firewall?
Best regards,
AJ

This relates to the SMEG+ unit on a late 2015 build pre-facelift C4 Picasso. I know the unit is shared with the Grand Pic, Peugeot 3008 and 5008, Cacti various and probably many other PSA cars.

Mine is running on SMEG 5.4 A R3, I know there have been a couple of updates but I think they only address some Cactus issues and maybe android mirroring...

Hello,

well ive only had the car since December and I'm bored with the radio. :roll:

it would be so much nicer with DAB, maybe the odd usb input socket
and definitely the addition of Bluetooth for hands free phone calls without all the
birds nest of wiring of external equipment cluttering up the dash and centre consul. 8-[

can anyone...

Has any one come across this and is there a solution?

Single factory fit CD player in Xreg Xantia.

Engine not running, insert CD and it plays. Start the engine and it stops - display shows time when it stopped, radio works fine. Engine running, insert CD, searches for first track but does not find it, gives up and spits CD out!

I guess that...

Hi,
On my old car () I had fitted an Pioneer's AppRadio and I was very happy with that: touch screen and stuff. What are the possibilities upgrading my current R-neg (i think) navigation? I am not looking necessarily for an after market solution but maybe something from the newer car models.
In time I plan to do some upgrades to my car including...

Hello one and all,

having recently purchased a second hand 2003 C5 estate, and also having read a lot of comments about changing headlamp bulbs I am a little concerned about doing this even with a Haines Manual to assist. Mostly because advice given is to dis-connect the battery. I am reluctant to do this as I can find no reference to any radio...

I am putting this here but I think our Peugeot Friends may be able to help.
Having just missed a bargain and having my appetite moistened, I am now a little confused, so can someone please help.

What radio does what?
My C5 2011, has a RD4/MP3 RDS COMPACT DISC AUDIO SYSTEM, it plays CD's and has a USB connection, Bluetooth phone & audio included...

On my x7 I have fitted a reversing camera to go with my audible sensors (that I fitted myself) but was wondering now that I may get another x7 with the sat nav in do you think it would be poss. to fit another reversing camera and wire it into the sat nav screen,I do find the camera very useful.

My previous 2 cars had cracking hifi systems - a Lexus with Mark Levinson setup and a Mercedes with HK - both a bit wasted on me though tbh, I listen to a bit of Radio 2 or 4, and that's it. However, I've noticed that, although I can hear the tunes well enough in the C5, when it comes to speech its a different matter. It sounds quite muffled,...

Im Looking at getting a C5 Estate Exclusive. 16 valve 2004 to 2008
And i have noticed some come with Sat Nav and a bigger screen,I Have replaced the head unit on my hatchback for an Alpine no problems.(small screen)

If i buy/use the stalk adapter what will i lose out on
Thanks Mark

I have a c5 in a 2008 plate. There is an aux connector in the glove box. I can not see it from the entertainment menu. I see CD.jukebox and radio. I have plugged my iPhone in but nothing appears on the screen. Do I need to activate it., if so how. Having phone two Citroen dealers neither knew anything about it. Can anyone help please.Tim

Morning all,

On my C5 x7, are the 4 holes located on the radio console used to remove same.

Kenny

Pretty sure I want a C5 estate.

I'm looking at one with the large colour display. Should I be worried? More to go wrong...?

Opinions welcome - informed ones even more so :)

Hi dear fellows,I have read this forum for a more than year. I have no fear for chirurgical intervensions (both in cars and human beings) whatsoever. Actualy what Mr.Vborovich does for its car its impressive- I have no doubt that he isable dismantle his C5 dashboard much faster than professional soldier dismantless his Ak-47. I and I'm quite sure...

Has anyone here changed cd-player on new C5? It seems that original cd-player is exactly 1-din size, am I right? Does one need to tell car that player has changed with Lexia, or is it just plug and play? I´ve just ordered Kenwood Kdc-bt92sd and Kenwood´s stalk adaptors. Waiting to get them and it would be nice to know wether Lexia is needed or...

Has anyone replaced their radio/cd unit for something else?
If so what was it and was it a straight/easy swap?
Mine is the type with the single slot loading CD on. (No Nav unit!)
Do these units have Bluetooth integration on them as standard?

My current unit needs to go in the bin .. can not put up with the terrible sound quality much longer!...

Has any company made a box to allow wheel controls to be maintained with an after market radio yet ?....I keep looking :)

Hi guys my Citroen c5 2009 1.6hdi saloon VTR+ nav model

It says it has a aux input ( going through the screen) but I cant find this input in the vehicle, and I was wondering if anyone could point me into the right direction.

Cheers Dan

I have recently had an aftermarket GPS Sat Nav system fitted, which also includes Bluetooth for the Telephone.

The problem I have is if I receive a call in the vehicle, when I am looking, say, at the Sat Nav map screen,
although the display is automatically switched from that, to the telephone screen, any audio function I have been using at the...