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: First steps

With the engine running, a press mutes the sound. With the ignition off, a press turns the system on. Increase or decrease the volume using the wheel or the "plus" or "minus" buttons (depending on the equipment). Use the menu buttons on either side of or below the touch screen for access to the menus, then press the virtual buttons in the touch screen...

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Towing another vehicle

To access the rear screw thread: Unclip the cover by pressing at its left-hand section. Pull the cover downwards. To tow: Screw the towing eye in fully. Install the towbar. Switch on the hazard warning lamps on both vehicles. Move off gently, drive slowly and only for a short distance...