DS 3: Back-up procedures / Central locking not functioning
DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual
Use these procedures in the following cases:
- Central locking malfunction.
- Battery disconnected or discharged.
In the event of a
malfunction of the
central locking system, the battery must
be disconnected to ensure that the vehicle is
locked fully.
Driver's door
- If the handle is retracted, press on it up to the
point of resistance to unfold it.
- Pull the handle to access the lock.
- Insert the key in the lock and turn it to lock
the door.
Passenger doors
Unlocking
Pull the interior door opening control.
Locking

Use this procedure in the following situations:
Remote control battery discharged.
Remote control malfunction.
Vehicle battery discharged.
Vehicle in an area subject to strong
electromagnetic interference...
A message is displayed on the instrument panel
when the battery needs changing.
Battery type: CR2032/3 volts.
Unclip the cover by inserting a small
screwdriver in the slot and lift the cover...
Other information:
Activating the system (pause)
With the engine running, turn the thumbwheel
1 downwards to the CRUISE position. Cruise
control is ready to operate (grey display).
Switching on cruise control and setting the speed
With a manual gearbox, your speed must be
between 19 and 112 mph (30 and 180 km/h)...
Depending on version, the appearance of the
instrument panel may be customisable (colour
and/or display mode).
Display language and
units
When travelling abroad, the speed must
be shown in the official units of the country
you are driving in (mph, miles or km/h, km)...