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...
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Manual test
This function allows you to check certain
indicators and display the alerts log.
It can be accessed via the "Check"
button
in the Driving/Vehicle touch screen menu.
The following information is displayed on the
instrument panel:
Next service due.
Tyre pressures.
Driving range associated with the AdBlue® and
the SCR system (BlueHDi Diesel).
Current alerts.
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the heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle, and the nose weight approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
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engine performance. The maximum towable
load must be reduced by 10% per 1,000 metres of
altitude.
Use
genuine towing devices and wiring
harne..