DS 3: Back-up procedures / Reinitialising the remote control
DS 3 2016-2025 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:
If the situation requires a change of headlamp
beam, the driver can take over at any time.
Switch the headlamps manually between
dipped and main beam to pause the function.
If the "AUTO" and "Dipped beam" indicator lamps
were on, the system changes to main beam.
If the "AUTO" and "Main beam" indicator lamps
were on, the system changes to dipped beam.
To reactivate the function, once agai..
The electronic key must be
present in the
passenger compartment.
If the electronic key is not detected, a message
is displayed.
Move the electronic key so that the engine can
be started or switched off.
For versions fitted with Proximity Keyless Entry
and Start, the electronic key is also detected
in the boot.
If there is still a problem, refer to the "Key not
detected - Back-up starting o..