DS 3: Practical information / Advice on care and maintenance

Free-wheeling

In certain situations, it is necessary to put the vehicle into free-wheeling mode (e.g. towing, on a rolling road, automatic car wash (Wash mode), rail or sea transport)...

General recommendations

Observe the following recommendations to avoid damaging the vehicle. Exterior Never use a high-pressure jet wash in the engine compartment - risk of damaging the electrical components! Do not wash the vehicle in bright sunshine or extremely cold conditions...

Other information:

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: On flooded roads

We strongly advise against driving on flooded roads, as this could cause serious damage to the engine or gearbox, as well as to your vehicle's electrical systems. If the vehicle absolutely must drive through a flooded section of road: Check that the depth of the water does not exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves that might be generated by other users...

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Front lamps

Model with DS MATRIX LED VISION headlamps Direction indicators (LED) Main beam headlamps (LED Matrix Beam module). Dipped beam headlamps (LED). Daytime running lamps (LED). Model with halogen headlamps Main beam headlamps (H7) Dipped beam headlamps (H7) Direction indicators (PWY24) Daytime running lamps (LED) Opening the bonnet/Accessing the bulbs Proceed with caution when the en..