DS 3: Electronic key with remote control function and built-in key / Locating the vehicle

Locking the vehicle

Normal locking Press the locking button. The locking, and the activation of the alarm depending on version, is confirmed by the lighting of the direction indicators and the daytime running lamps...

Proximity Keyless Entry and Start

This is a Keyless Entry and Starting system. It enables automatic vehicle locking/unlocking simply by detecting the electronic key. As long as the driver has the electronic key on their person, the vehicle unlocks as they approach and locks when they walk away...

Other information:

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Operating limits. Malfunction

Operating limits The system may issue an alert when the vehicle is travelling on a long, straight road with smooth road surface even if the driver thinks they are holding the steering wheel correctly. The system may not operate or may produce unsuitable corrections to the steering in the following situations: Poor visibility (insufficient road lighting, snowfall, rain, fog)...

DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Switching on the ignition without starting the engine.  Key not detected. Emergency switch-off

Switching on the ignition without starting the engine With the electronic key in the passenger compartment, pressing the "START/STOP" button, without depressing any of the pedals, allows the ignition to be switched on without starting the engine. Press this button again to switch off the ignition and allow the vehicle to be locked...