DS 3: Practical information / AdBlue® (BlueHDi)

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual

To respect the environment and ensure compliance with the Euro 6 standard, without adversely affecting the performance or fuel consumption of its Diesel engines, the Manufacturer has taken the decision to equip its vehicles with a system that combines SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) with a Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) for the treatment of exhaust gases.

Checks

Unless otherwise indicated, check these components in accordance with the manufacturer's service schedule and according to your engine. Otherwise, have them checked by a dealer or a qualified workshop...

SCR system

Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of the nitrogen oxides (NOx) into nitrogen and water, which are harmless to health and the environment...

Other information:

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Manual adjustments

Longitudinal Raise the control bar and slide the seat forwards or backwards. Release the control bar to lock the seat in position on one of the notches. Backrest angle Turn the knob to obtain the desired angle. Height Pull the control upwards to raise or push it downwards to lower, until you obtain the position required...

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Misfuel prevention (Diesel)

(Depending on country of sale.) This mechanical device prevents filling the tank of a Diesel vehicle with petrol. Located in the filler neck, the misfuel prevention device is visible when the filler cap is removed. Operation When a petrol filler nozzle is introduced into the fuel filler neck of a Diesel vehicle, it comes into contact with the flap...

Towing your vehicle

To access the front screw thread:

DS 3. Towing your vehicle

Unclip the cover by pressing at its top lefthand corner. Release the cover.