DS 3: Back-up procedures / Complete unlocking/locking of the vehicle with the key

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual

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.

In the first case, change the remote control battery.

In the second case, reinitialise the remote control. Refer to the corresponding sections.

DS 3. Complete unlocking/locking of the vehicle with the key

Press the driver's door handle until the point of resistance to unfold it then pull it to access the lock.
Insert the key in the door lock.
Slightly release the driver’s door handle.
Turn the key towards the front/rear to unlock/ lock the vehicle.

If the vehicle is fitted with an alarm, it will not be activated when locking with the key.

If the alarm is activated, the siren sounds when the door is opened; switch on the ignition to stop it.

Back-up procedures

Lost keys, remote control, electronic key Go to a dealer with the vehicle’s registration certificate and your personal identification documents. The dealer will be able to retrieve the key code and the transponder code, enabling a new key to be ordered...

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...

Other information:

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Pause

If the situation requires a change of headlamp beam, the driver can take over at any time. Switch the headlamps manually between dipped and main beam to pause the function. If the "AUTO" and "Dipped beam" indicator lamps were on, the system changes to main beam...

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Driving recommendations

Observe the driving regulations and remain vigilant whatever the traffic conditions. Monitor your environment and keep your hands on the wheel to be able to react to anything that may happen any time. Drive smoothly, anticipate the need for braking and maintain a longer safety distance, especially in bad weather...

Towing your vehicle

To access the front screw thread:

DS 3. Towing your vehicle

Unclip the cover by pressing at its top lefthand corner. Release the cover.