2011 Citroen DS3 Owner's Manual

Exterior


Customising kits

These expressive stickers form par t of a range
of kits, very different one from another, which
allow you to create a unique and attractive
exterior for your vehicle.

Guide-me-home lighting

After switching off the ignition, under low
lighting conditions the headlamps remain on for
a few seconds to help you leave the vehicle.

Rear parking sensors

This system provides a warning when reversing
by detecting obstacles located behind the
vehicle.



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Temporary puncture repair kit

This kit is a complete system consisting of a
compressor and a sealant cartridge, to allow
the temporary repair of a tyre.



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Stop & Start

This system puts the engine
temporarily on standby during
stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic
jams, etc...). The engine restarts
automatically as soon as you want to
move off. The Stop & Star t system
reduces fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions, and offers the comfor t of
complete silence when stationary.



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Access


A.
Unfolding/Folding the key.

B.
Unlocking the vehicle.


Remote control key


Other functions...


C.
Normal locking of the vehicle
Vehicle location.

1.
Opening the fuel filler flap.

2.
Opening and hooking the fuel filler cap.


Fuel t ank




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Ta n k c a p a c i t y :


- approximately 50 litres (petrol),

- approximately 46 litres (Diesel).

- (depending on version: approximately
30 litres (petrol or Diesel)).


A.
Interior release lever.

B.
Exterior safety catch.

C.
Bonnet stay.


Bonnet

Interior


Interior mood lighting

This subdued passenger compar tment lighting
improves visibility inside the vehicle in low
lighting conditions. It comprises several
lamps, located in the footwells and in the lower
dashboard storage compar tment.

Gear shift indicator

Associated with the manual gearbox, this
system suggests when to change up to obtain
optimum fuel consumption.

Scented air freshener

The scented air freshener diffuses the
selected fragrance throughout the passenger
compartment from its location in the ventilation
system.

Digital air conditioning

After setting the desired level of comfor t, the
system then automatically controls this level
according to the exterior climatic conditions.



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Audio and communication
systems
These systems benefit from the latest
technology: MP3 compatible Audio system,
Bluetooth system and USB Box, MyWay with
16/9 colour screen, auxiliary inputs, Hi-Fi audio
system.

MyWay




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Audio system

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Instruments and controls


1.
Cruise control/speed limiter controls.

2.
Headlamp height adjustment.

3.
Steering wheel adjustment.

4.
Lighting and direction indicator stalk

5.
Instrument panel.

6.
Driver's airbag.
Horn.

7.
Gear lever.

8.
12 V accessory socket
USB port /auxiliary socket.

9.
Heated seat control.

10.
Bonnet release lever.

11.
Door mirror controls.
Electric window controls.

12 .
Fusebox.

13.
Stop & Star t button
Electronic stability programme button
(ESP/ASR).

14 .
Front door window demisting/defrosting vent.

15.
Speaker (tweeter).

16.
Windscreen demisting/defrosting vent.

Instruments and controls



1.
Steering lock and ignition.

2.
Audio equipment steering wheel controls.

3.
Wiper/screenwash/trip computer stalk.

4.
Scented air freshener.

5.
Central locking button.

6.
Multifunction screen.

7.
Hazard warning lamp switch.

8.
Central adjustable air vents.

9.
Sunshine sensor
Hi-Fi audio system central speaker.

10.
Passenger's airbag.

11.
Side adjustable air vent.

12 .
Glove box /Passenger's airbag deactivation.

13.
Parking brake.

14 .
Central armrest with storage.

15.
Upper and lower storage.

16.
MyWay or Audio system.

17.
Heating/air conditioning controls.

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Sitting comfortably


3.
Seat back angle adjustment.



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Front seats


1.
Forwards-backwards adjustment.
2.
Height adjustment.

Sitting comfortably


4.
Head restraint height adjustment.


Other adjustments


Other functions...

Access to rear seats.
Heated seats.


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1.
Release the adjustment mechanism.

2.
Adjust for height and reach.

3.
Lock the adjustment mechanism.


Steering wheel adjustment




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For reasons of safety, these operations
must only be carried out with the
vehicle stationary.