DS 3: Back-up procedures / Complete unlocking/locking of the vehicle with the key

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual

Use this procedure in the following situations:

Remote control battery discharged.
Remote control malfunction.
Vehicle battery discharged.
Vehicle in an area subject to strong electromagnetic interference.

In the first case, change the remote control battery.

In the second case, reinitialise the remote control. Refer to the corresponding sections.

DS 3. Complete unlocking/locking of the vehicle with the key

Press the driver's door handle until the point of resistance to unfold it then pull it to access the lock.
Insert the key in the door lock.
Slightly release the driver’s door handle.
Turn the key towards the front/rear to unlock/ lock the vehicle.

If the vehicle is fitted with an alarm, it will not be activated when locking with the key.

If the alarm is activated, the siren sounds when the door is opened; switch on the ignition to stop it.

Back-up procedures

Lost keys, remote control, electronic key Go to a dealer with the vehicle’s registration certificate and your personal identification documents. The dealer will be able to retrieve the key code and the transponder code, enabling a new key to be ordered...

Central locking not functioning

Use these procedures in the following cases: Central locking malfunction. Battery disconnected or discharged. In the event of a malfunction of the central locking system, the battery must be disconnected to ensure that the vehicle is locked fully...

Other information:

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...

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: DS PARK PILOT

For more information, refer to the General recommendations on the use of driving and manoeuvring aids. This system provides active parking assistance for vehicles fitted with the EAT8 automatic gearbox or a gear selector: it detects a free "parallel" or "bay" parking space and then operates the vehicle, parking it with no need for driver intervention...

Towing your vehicle

To access the front screw thread:

DS 3. Towing your vehicle

Unclip the cover by pressing at its top lefthand corner. Release the cover.