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

DS 3 2016-2026 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.

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

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    DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Disconnection


    Before disconnecting the nozzle from the charging connector: If the vehicle is unlocked, lock it and then unlock it. If the vehicle is locked, unlock it. The red indicator lamp in the flap goes out to confirm that the charging nozzle is unlocked...

    DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Settings specific to connected navigation


    Press Navigation to display the main page. Press the "MENU" button to access the secondary page. Select "Settings". Select the "Map” tab. Activate or deactivate: "Allow declaration of danger zones". "Guidance to final destination on foot". These settings must be configured for each profile...

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    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.

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