DS 3: Back-up procedures / Changing the battery

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual

A message is displayed on the instrument panel when the battery needs changing.

Battery type: CR2032/3 volts.

DS 3. Changing the battery

Unclip the cover by inserting a small screwdriver in the slot and lift the cover.
Remove the flat battery from its housing.
Put the new battery in place, respecting the polarity. Start by inserting it into the contacts located in the corner, then clip the cover onto the unit.
Reinitialise the remote control.

For more information on Reinitialising the remote control, refer to the corresponding section.

Do not throw remote control batteries away, as they contain metals that are harmful to the environment. Take them to an approved disposal point.

Central locking not functioning

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...

Reinitialising the remote control

Following replacement of the battery or in the event of a fault, it may be necessary to reinitialise the remote control. Press the handle until the point of resistance to unfold it and access the lock...

Other information:

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Remotely operable functions (Electric)

In addition to all the functions of the MyDS application that you can access from a smartphone, you can access the following functions: Battery charge management (Deferred charging). Temperature pre-conditioning management. Consultation of the state of charge and range of the vehicle...

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Changing a fuse

Before changing a fuse: Identify the cause of the fault and fix it. Switch off all power consumption. Immobilise the vehicle and switch off the ignition. Identify the defective fuse using the current allocation tables and diagrams. To replace a fuse, it is essential to: Use the special tweezers to extract the fuse from its housing and check the condition of its filament...

Identification markings

Various visible markings for vehicle identification and vehicle search.

DS 3. Identification markings

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), under the bonnet.