DS 3: Driving recommendations / On flooded roads

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual

We strongly advise against driving on flooded roads, as this could cause serious damage to the engine or gearbox, as well as to your vehicle's electrical systems.

DS 3. On flooded roads

If the vehicle absolutely must drive through a flooded section of road:

Check that the depth of the water does not exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves that might be generated by other users.
Deactivate the Stop & Start function.
Drive as slowly as possible without stalling. In all cases, do not exceed 6 mph (10 km/h).
Do not stop and do not switch off the motor.

On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety conditions allow, make several light brake applications to dry the brake discs and pads. If in doubt about the state of your vehicle, contact a dealer or a qualified workshop.

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...

Noise (Electric)

On the outside Due to the vehicle’s quiet operation when driving, the driver must pay particular attention. At speeds of up to 19 mph (30 km/h), the pedestrian horn warns other road users of the vehicle’s presence...

Other information:

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Starting using another battery

If the vehicle's battery is flat, the engine can be started using a backup battery (either external or from another vehicle) and jump leads or using a battery booster. Never start the engine by connecting a battery charger. Never use a 24 V or higher battery booster...

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Precautions

Electric vehicles were developed in accordance with the guidelines on maximum electromagnetic fields issued by the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP - 1998 Guidelines). Wearers of pacemakers or equivalent devices The electric vehicles have been developed in accordance with the guidelines on the maximum levels for electromagnetic fields issued by the Int..

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.