C5 2003 auto button

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Spix
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C5 2003 auto button

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Can someone explain the function of the 'AUTO' button on the Citroën C5 headlight stalk?
Thank you
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Re: C5 2003 auto button

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From memory, you push/hold the button on the end and it sets the lights to come on automatically when it is dark. Should be mentioned in the handbook.
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Re: C5 2003 auto button

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Thank you, I don't find it
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Re: C5 2003 auto button

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For the auto lights to be set the button might need to be pressed/held with the dash lit up or possibly with the engine also running. I had it turned off on our car so the lights did not come on whilst putting it in our garage. I have a mirror at the end so I can see down the side of the car and would be dazzled if the lights came on.
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Re: C5 2003 auto button

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Thank you