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: Gear shift indicator

(Depending on engine.) System which reduces fuel consumption by recommending the most appropriate gear. Operation Depending on the driving situation and the vehicle's equipment, the system may recommend skipping one or more gears. Gear engagement recommendations are not to be considered mandatory...

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Checking/adjusting tyre pressures

The compressor can be used, without injecting sealant, to check and, if necessary, adjust the tyre pressures. Remove the valve cap from the tyre and keep it in a clean place. Uncoil the pipe stowed under the compressor. Screw the pipe onto the valve and tighten firmly...

Choosing the display mode

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

DS 3. Choosing the display mode