2012.5 Citroen DS3 Owner's Manual

Exterior
Customising kits
These expressive stickers form par t of a range
of kits, very different one from another, whichallow you to create a unique and attractive exterior for your vehicle
Guide-me-home lighting
After switching off the ignition, under lowlighting conditions the headlamps remain on for a few seconds to help you leave the vehicle.

Rear parking sensors

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

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puncture repair kit
plete system consisting of a compressor and sealant car tridge, for 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, trafficjams, etc...). The engine restartsautomatically as soon as you want tomove off. Stop & Star t reduces fuel consumption, exhaust emissions andnoise levels when stationary.
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Familiarisation

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Open
A.Unfolding/Folding the key.
B. Unlocking the vehicle.


Remote control key
Other functions...C.
Normal locking of the vehicle or
Deadlocking 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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y:
- approximately 50 litres (petrol),
- approximately 46 litres (Diesel).
- (according to version: approximately30 litres (petrol or Diesel)).
A.Interior release lever.B.
Exterior safety catch. C.
Bonnet stay.


Bonnet

Interior
Interior mood lighting
This subdued passenger compartment lightingimproves visibility inside the vehicle in low lighting conditions. It comprises several
lamps, located in the footwells and in the lower
dashboard storage compar tment.
Digital air conditioning
After setting the desired level of comfort, the system then automatically controls this levelaccording to the ambient conditions.
Scented air freshener

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

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

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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.
Audio equipment steering wheel controls.2.Steering lock and ignition. 3.Wiper/screenwash/trip computer stalk.4.
Instrument panel.
5. Scented air freshener.
6.Driver’s airbag.
Horn. 7. Gear lever. 8.Parking brake.9.
Central armrest with storage. 10.Door mirror controls.
Electric window controls. 11. Oddments storage12.
Alarm button.
Electronic stability programme button (ESP/ASR).
Stop & Star t button.
13.Side adjustable air vent.14 .Front door window demisting/defrosting
vent. 15.Speaker (tweeter). 16. Windscreen demisting/defrosting vent.

Instruments and controls
1. Steering wheel adjustment. 2.
Headlamp height adjustment. 3.
Cruise control/speed limiter controls. 4.
Lighting and direction indicator stalk5.
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.
Glove box/Passenger’s airbag
deactivation/Fusebox. 12.Bonnet release lever.13.12 V accessory socket
USB por t /auxiliary socket.14 .Upper and lower storage.15. MyWay or Audio system. 16.
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
)To raise, pull it upwards. )To lower, press the lug Aand down on the head restraint at the same time.
Head restraint height
adjustment


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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 operationsmust only be carried out with the vehicle stationary.


Access to rear seats
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Pull the control lever upwards to fold the backrest and move the seat forwards.
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Take care to use only the correct lever, located at the top of the seat backrest.