DS 3: Driving / Electric parking brake

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual

In automatic mode, this system applies the parking brake when the engine is switched off and releases it when the vehicle moves off.

DS 3. Electric parking brake

At any time, with the engine running:

To apply the parking brake, briefly pull the control.
To release it, briefly push the control while pressing the brake pedal.

Automatic mode is activated by default.

This automatic operation can be temporarily deactivated.

Switching on the ignition without starting the engine. Key not detected. Emergency switch-off

Switching on the ignition without starting the engine With the electronic key in the passenger compartment, pressing the "START/STOP" button, without depressing any of the pedals, allows the ignition to be switched on without starting the engine...

Indicator lamp

This indicator lamp comes on both on the instrument panel and on the control to confirm that the parking brake has been applied, accompanied by display of the message "Parking brake applied"...

Other information:

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Anti-lock braking system (ABS)/Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD). Emergency braking assistance (EBA)

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)/Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) These systems enhance the vehicle’s stability and handling during braking, and enable greater control while cornering, particularly on poor or slippery road surfaces. ABS prevents wheel locking in the event of emergency braking...

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: DS DRIVE ASSIST

Only available on versions with the EAT8 automatic gearbox and drive selector. This system automatically adjusts the speed and corrects the trajectory of the vehicle, using the Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop&Go function in conjunction with the Lane Positioning Assist...

Remote control function

DS 3. Remote control function

The remote control can be used for the following remote functions, depending on version:

Unlocking/Locking/Deadlocking the vehicle. Unlocking/Locking the boot. Folding/Unfolding the door mirrors. Folding/Unfolding the exterior door handles. Activating/Deactivating the alarm. Locating the vehicle. Closing the windows. Activating the vehicle’s electronic immobiliser.