DS 3: Back-up procedures / Central locking not functioning
DS 3 2016-2022 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:
For more information,
refer to the General
recommendations on the use of driving
and manoeuvring aids.
As soon as reverse gear is engaged with the
engine running, this system displays views of your
vehicle’s close surroundings on the touch screen
using a camera located at the rear of the vehicle...
The system prevents a rear door from being
opened using its interior handle.
The red control is located on the edge of each rear
door (marked by a label).
Locking/Unlocking
To lock, turn the red control as far as it will go
using the integral key:
To the right on the left-hand rear door...