DS 3: Safety

Automatic wipers

In AUTO mode, the windscreen wipers work automatically and adapt to the intensity of the rain. The rainfall detection function uses a rain/ sunshine sensor located at the top centre of the windscreen, behind the rear view mirror...

General safety recommendations

Do not remove the labels attached in different places on your vehicle. They include safety warnings as well as identification information for the vehicle...

Other information:

DS 3 2016-2025 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...

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Wiper control stalk

Before operating the wipers in wintry conditions, clear any snow, ice or frost from the windscreen and around the wiper arms and blades. Do not operate the wipers on a dry windscreen. In extremely hot or cold weather, check that the wiper blades are not stuck to the windscreen before operating the wipers...