DS 3: Back-up procedures / Reinitialising the remote control
DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual
Following replacement of the battery or in the
event of a fault, it may be necessary to reinitialise
the remote control.

- Press the handle until the point of resistance
to unfold it and access the lock.
- Insert the mechanical key (incorporated into
the remote control) into the lock to open the
vehicle.
- Place the electronic key against the back-up
reader on the steering column and hold it there
until the ignition is switched on.
- With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever in
neutral then fully depress the clutch pedal.
- With an automatic gearbox or drive selector,
while in mode P, depress the brake pedal.
- Switch on the ignition by pressing the "START/
STOP" button.
If the fault persists after reinitialisation, contact
a dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.
A message is displayed on the instrument panel
when the battery needs changing.
Battery type: CR2032/3 volts.
Unclip the cover by inserting a small
screwdriver in the slot and lift the cover...
Other information:
Voice commands
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Help messages
You can select an audio source by saying "turn on
source" followed by the device name. For example,
"turn on source, Streaming Bluetooth", or "turn on
source, radio". Use the command "play" to specify
the type of music you'd like to hear. You can
choose between "song", "artist", or "album". Just
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Brake fluid
The level of this fluid should
be close to the
"MAX" mark. If not, check the brake pads
for wear.
To know how often the brake fluid should be
replaced, refer to the manufacturer's servicing
schedule.
Clean the cap before
removing it to refill.
Use only DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed
container.
Engine coolant
(Petrol or Diesel)
It is normal to top up this
fluid between
two s..