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DS 3: Changing a bulb / Front lamps

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual

Model with DS MATRIX LED VISION headlamps

DS 3. Front lamps

  1. Direction indicators (LED)
  2. Main beam headlamps (LED Matrix Beam module).
  3. Dipped beam headlamps (LED).
  4. Daytime running lamps (LED).

Model with halogen headlamps

DS 3. Front lamps

  1. Main beam headlamps (H7)
  2. Dipped beam headlamps (H7)
  3. Direction indicators (PWY24)
  4. Daytime running lamps (LED)

DS 3. Front lamps Opening the bonnet/Accessing the bulbs

Proceed with caution when the engine is hot - risk of burns!

Take care with objects or clothing that could be caught in the blades of the cooling fan - risk of strangulation!

DS 3. Front lamps

DS 3. Front lamps Halogen bulbs (Hx)

To ensure good quality lighting, check that the bulb is correctly positioned in its housing.

Main/Dipped beam headlamps

DS 3. Front lamps

  • Remove the protective cover by pulling on the tab.
  • Disconnect the bulb connector.
  • Remove the bulb and replace it.

To refit, carry out these operations in reverse order, directing the bulb’s positioning lug downwards.

Direction indicators

DS 3. Front lamps Rapid flashing of the indicator lamp for a direction indicator (left or right) indicates that one of the bulbs on the corresponding side has failed.

In the event of a breakdown

DS 3. Front lamps

  • Turn the connector a quarter turn anti-clockwise.
  • Pull the bulb connector.
  • Remove the bulb and replace it.

DS 3. Front lamps Amber-coloured bulbs must be replaced by bulbs with identical specifications and colour.

    Light-emitting diode (LED) headlamps and lamps

    Depending on version, the affected types of headlamps/lamps are: "DS MATRIX LED VISION" headlamps. Offset daytime running lamps. Direction indicator side repeaters...

    Rear lamps

    Model with "Full LED" technology lamps Sidelamps / Daytime running lamps (LED) Reversing lamps (W16W) Direction indicators with sequential effect (LED) Brake lamps (LED) Model with halogen lamps Brake lamps/sidelamps (W21/5W) Direction indicators (WY16W amber) Reversing lamps (W16W) Direction indicators and brake lamps/sidelamps Rapid flashing of a direction indicator warning lam..

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    DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Heated windscreen and washer jets


    Depending on country of sale. This function heats the windscreen and washer jets under cold conditions. Without changing the settings for the air conditioning system, it allows faster release of the windscreen wiper blades when they are frozen to the windscreen and helps avoid the accumulation of snow resulting from the operation of the windscreen wipers. Switching on/off With the engine..

    DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: 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. Press this button again to switch off the ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked. Key not detected Back-up starting A back-up reader is fit..

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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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