DS 3: Driving / 6-speed manual gearbox

DS 3 2016-2026 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 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Media

USB port nsert the USB memory stick into the USB port or connect the USB device to the USB port using a suitable cable (not supplied). To protect the system, do not use a USB hub. The system builds playlists (in temporary memory); this operation can take from a few seconds to several minutes at the first connection...

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Unlocking the vehicle

Selective unlocking (driver’s door, boot (depending on version)) is configured in the Driving/Vehicle touch screen menu. Complete unlocking Press the unlocking button. The vehicle's door handles, and depending on version, the door mirrors, unfold...

Choosing the display mode

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

DS 3. Choosing the display mode