DS 3: Back-up procedures / Reinitialising the remote control
DS 3 2016-2025 Owners Manual
Following replacement of the battery or in the
event of a fault, it may be necessary to reinitialise
the remote control.

- Press the handle until the point of resistance
to unfold it and access the lock.
- Insert the mechanical key (incorporated into
the remote control) into the lock to open the
vehicle.
- Place the electronic key against the back-up
reader on the steering column and hold it there
until the ignition is switched on.
- With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever in
neutral then fully depress the clutch pedal.
- With an automatic gearbox or drive selector,
while in mode P, depress the brake pedal.
- Switch on the ignition by pressing the "START/
STOP" button.
If the fault persists after reinitialisation, contact
a dealer or a qualified workshop without delay.
A message is displayed on the instrument panel
when the battery needs changing.
Battery type: CR2032/3 volts.
Unclip the cover by inserting a small
screwdriver in the slot and lift the cover...
Other information:
Using
the telephone is not recommended
while driving.
Parking the vehicle.
Make the call using the steering mounted
controls.
Calling a new number
Press "Telephone".
Press the "Keypad"
button.
Enter the phone number using the digital keypad.
Press "OK" to start the
call.
Calling a contact
Press the "Telephone" menu.
Or make a long press
on the steering mounted TEL
button.
Press "Contac..
Activating the system (pause)
With the engine running, turn the thumbwheel
1 downwards to the CRUISE position. Cruise
control is ready to operate (grey display).
Switching on cruise control and setting the speed
With a manual gearbox, your speed must be
between 19 and 112 mph (30 and 180 km/h).
With an EAT8 automatic gearbox or a drive
selector, your speed must be between 0 and
112 mph ..