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: Charging the battery using a battery charger

For optimum service life of the battery, it is essential to maintain an adequate state of charge. In some circumstances, it may be necessary to charge the battery: When using the vehicle mainly for short journeys. If the vehicle is to be taken off the road for several weeks...

DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Tool kit

Set of tools supplied with the vehicle. Its content depends on your vehicle's equipment: Temporary puncture repair kit. Spare wheel. Access to the tools Depending on version, the tool kit is stored in a bag or in a storage box in the boot. On the boot carpet In the event of a breakdown Under the boot carpet Raise the boot carpet by pulling the strap to access the tools...

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.