DS 3: Ease of use and comfort / Manual air conditioning
Press the Climate button
to display the
system controls page.
- Temperature adjustment
- Air flow adjustment
- Air distribution adjustment
- Air conditioning on/off
Adjusting the temperature
Press one of the buttons 1 (- or +) to set the temperature.
Air flow adjustment
- Press one of the buttons 2 (- or +) or turn the knob 2 to decrease or increase the speed of the fan.
When the air flow is reduced to a minimum, ventilation stops.
Air distribution adjustment
- Press button 3 to adjust the air flow distribution inside the passenger compartment.
Central and side air vents,
footwells
Central and side air vents
Windscreen
Windscreen, footwells
Footwells
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning system is designed to operate effectively in all seasons, with the windows closed.
It is used to:
- lower the temperature in summer,
- increase the effectiveness of the demisting in winter, above 3°C.
- Press button 4 to activate/deactivate the air conditioning system.
Air
conditioning does not operate when
the air flow is disabled.
To obtain cool air more quickly, enable interior air recirculation for a brief period. Then return to the intake of exterior air.
Switching off the air conditioning may result in some discomfort (humidity or misting).
Switching off the air conditioning system
Press this button.
Its indicator lamp comes on and all of the other indicator lamps for the system go off.
This action deactivates all of the functions of the air conditioning system.
The temperature is no longer regulated. A slight flow of air can still be felt, due to the forward movement of the vehicle.
Advice
Using the ventilation and
air conditioning
system
To ensure that air is distributed evenly,
keep the external air intake grilles at the base
of the windscreen, the nozzles, the vents, the
air outlets and the air extractor in the boot free
from obstructions...
Automatic air conditioning
The air conditioning operates with the engine
running, but the ventilation and its controls can
be accessed with the ignition on.
Operation of the air conditioning and regulation
of temperature, air flow and air distribution in the
passenger compartment are automatic...
Other information:
DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Cruise control
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DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual: Applications
USB sockets Depending on equipment, for more information on the USB sockets compatible with CarPlay® or Android Auto applications, refer to the "Ease of use and comfort" section. For the list of compatible smartphones, visit the Manufacturer's website in your country...
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Remote control function
The remote control can be used for the following remote functions, depending on version:
Unlocking/Locking/Deadlocking the vehicle. Unlocking/Locking the boot. Folding/Unfolding the door mirrors. Folding/Unfolding the exterior door handles. Activating/Deactivating the alarm. Locating the vehicle. Closing the windows. Activating the vehicle’s electronic immobiliser.