DS 3: Driving / 6-speed manual gearbox

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual

Engaging 5th or 6th gear

Move the gear selector fully to the right to engage 5th or 6th gear.

Failure to follow this instruction could cause permanent damage to the gearbox (inadvertent engagement of 3rd or 4th gear).

Engaging reverse gear

DS 3. 6-speed manual gearbox

Raise the ring under the knob and move the gear selector to the left, then forwards.

Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary with the engine at idle.

As a safety precaution and to facilitate starting the engine:

Always select neutral.

Press the clutch pedal.

Manual and Automatic operation

Manual operation Manual release With the ignition on or engine running: Press the brake pedal. While maintaining pressure on the brake pedal, briefly push the control...

Automatic gearbox (EAT8)

Automatic 8-speed gearbox with a push selector. It also offers a manual mode with gear changes via control paddles located behind the steering wheel...

Other information:

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Anti-lock braking system (ABS)/Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD). Emergency braking assistance (EBA)

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)/Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) These systems enhance the vehicle’s stability and handling during braking, and enable greater control while cornering, particularly on poor or slippery road surfaces. ABS prevents wheel locking in the event of emergency braking...

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Malfunction

In the event of a malfunction, this warning lamp comes on on the instrument panel, accompanied by the display of a message and an audible signal. Have it checked by a dealer or a qualified workshop. If these warning lamps come on after the engine has been switched off and then restarted, contact a dealer or a qualified workshop to have the system checked...

Choosing the display mode

In each mode, specific types of information are displayed on the instrument panel.

DS 3. Choosing the display mode