2013 Citroen DS3 RHD Owner's Manual

Practical information








Towing a trailer


Towbar suitable for the attachment of a trailer
with additional lighting and signalling.
We recommend the use of genuineCITROËN towbars and their harnesses that have been tested and approved from the design stage of your vehicle, and that the fitting of the towbar is entrusted to a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.If the towbar is not fitted by a CITROËNdealer, it is imperative that it is fitted in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's instructions.
Driving with a trailer places greater demands
on the towing vehicle and the driver must take par ticular care.

Driving advice


Distribution of loads
)
Distribute the load in the trailer so that the heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle and the nose weight approaches the maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus
reducing engine per formance. Above
1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must
be reduced b
y 10 % for every 1 000 metres of altitude.

Side wind
)
Take into account the increased sensitivity
to side wind.
Your vehicle is primaril
y designed for
transporting people and luggage, but it mayalso be used for towing a trailer. R
efer to the "Technical Data" section for detailsof the weights and towed loads which apply to your vehicle.

RACING towbar

Your vehicle cannot be fitted with a towbar. The space occupied by thesport diffuser prevents this.


Tyres
)
Check the tyre pressures of the towing
vehicle and of the trailer, obser ving the
recommended pressures.
Cooling
Towing a trailer on a slope increases the
temperature of the coolant.
As the fan is electrically controlled, its coolingcapacity is not dependent on the engine speed. )To lower the engine speed, reduce your
speed.
The maximum towed load on a long incline depends on the gradient and the ambient
temperature.
In all cases, keep a check on the coolant
temperature.
Braking
To w i ng a trailer increases the braking distance.
To avoid overheating of the brakes on a longmountain type of descent, the use of engine
braking is recommended.

Lighting
)
Check the electrical lighting and signallingon the trailer.
The rear parking sensors will bedeactivated automatically if a genuineCITROËN towbar is used.)
If the warning lamp and the
STOPwarning lamp come on,
stop the vehicle and switch off
the engine as soon as possible.

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Matt paint

We recommend the use of a high pressurejet wash, or at least a water hose with a high output.
We recommend that the vehicle be rinsed using de-ionised water.
Use only a microfibre cloth to dry the vehicle.It must be clean and used without heavypressure.
Lightly wipe off any fuel stains present on the
bodywork using a soft cloth, then leave to dry.
From the range of cleaning and maintenance
products in the "TECHNATURE" range
recommended and approved by CITROËN,
use only the insect remover and car shampoo,
which are the only products to be used on the
bodywork.
The insect remover can also be used to remove
minor marks (for example: finger marks...).
Always have paint repairs done by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.

Recommendations on the care and maintenance your vehicle are given in the maintenance and
warranty guide.
Never clean the vehicle without water. Never wash your vehicle in anautomatic roller brush car wash.Never polish the vehicle body, nor thealloy wheels. Doing this will make the paintwork shiny.Do not use paint cleaners, abrasive products or paint polishing or preserving products (such as wax, for example) on the paintwork. These products are only suitable for bright finishes. Application of these products on vehicles with a matt finish will seriously damage the paint surface of the vehicle, giving rise to irreversible
shiny or stained areas.Never use a high pressure jet washwith a lance fitted with a brush, this may scratch the paintwork. Never select a wash programme that finishes with a hot wax cycle.















Advice on care and maintenance

If you vehicle is finished with a clear matt
lacquer, please observe the followingrecommendations to avoid damaging the paintwork by the use of an inappropriate cleaning procedures.
These recommendations are also valid for alloyroad wheels finished with clear matt lacquer.
Leather

Leather is a natural product. Appropriate
regular care and cleaning is essential for its
durability.
Refer to your vehicle's maintenanceand warranty guide for information on the special precautions to observe.

A wide range of accessories and genuine par ts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and par ts have been tested and approved for reliability and safety.
The
y are all adapted to your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's recommendation and warranty.





Accessories
"Comfort":
sun blinds, air deflectors, isotherm module,ashtray, fragrance car tridges, coat hanger fixed
to head restraint, front centre armrest, movable
mirror, reading lamp, front and rear parking sensors...
"Transport solutions":
boot liner, boot spacers, boot carpet, boot net,
transverse roof bars, bic
ycle carrier, ski carrier, roof boxes, towbars, towbar wiring harnesses...

"Styling":
full grain leather steering wheel, coloured and carbotech dashboards, coloured and leather gear lever knobs, aluminium footrest, spoiler,
alloy wheels, coloured wheel trims, coloured
wheel caps, exterior expressive stickers,
exterior chrome kit, LED rear lamps kit...

*
To avoid any risk of jamming of the pedals:
- ensure that the mat is positioned and
secured correctl
y,
- never fit one mat on top of another.


"Security and safety":

anti-intrusion alarm, wheel security devices,
vehicle trackin
g system, breathalyser, first aid kit, warning triangle, high visibility safety vest,child seats, snow chains, non-skid covers, fire extinguisher, pet seat belt, ...


"Protection":

mats *
, mudflaps, seat covers, vehicle covers,
bumper protectors...

When fitting a towbar outside the CITROËN dealer network, the installation must be done using thevehicle's electrical pre-equipment and following the vehicle manufacturer'srecommendations.

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"Multimedia":

hands-free system, audio systems, semi-
integral satellite navigation system, portablenavigation systems, mapping update CD,
driving assistant system, DVD player, reversing camera, USB Box, speakers, Hi-Fi module,
230V socket, WiFi on Board, telephone/
smartphone carrier, rear multimedia carrier... B
y visiting a CITROËN dealer, you can also
obtain cleaning and maintenance products
(interior and exterior) - including ecologicalproducts from the "TECHNATURE" range,products for topping up (screenwash fluid...),
touch-up pens and paint aerosols for the exact
colour of your vehicle, refills (cartridge for the
temporary puncture repair kit...), ...



Installation of radio communication transmitters

Before installing any after-market radio communication transmitter, you can contact a CITROËN dealer for the specification of transmitters which canbe fitted (frequency, maximum power, aerial position, specific installationrequirements), in line with the VehicleElectromagnetic Compatibility Directive(2004/10 4/EC).



The fitting of electrical equipment or accessories which are not recommended by CITROËN may resultin a failure of your vehicle's electronicsystem and excessive electrical consumption.
Please note this precaution. Youare advised to contact a CITROËNrepresentative to be shown the rangeof recommended equipment and accessories.
Depending on the legislation in force in the country, it may be compulsoryto have a high visibility safety vest, warning triangle, breathalyzers and spare bulbs and fuses available in the vehicle.

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Technical data
This section contains the specifications of your vehicle depending on itsengine and gearbox, such as the maximum power and torque, unladenand maximum weights, trailer weights, exterior dimensions and all of its
identification markings.

MODELS:ENGINES AND GEARBOXES
Model codes:
SA...HMZ0HMZ0/PS8FR0
8FP05FS05FS95FV85FN8 *
5FM8**

PETROL ENGINESVTi 82e-VTi 82VTi 95VTi 120THP 155THP 150*THP 160**

Cubic capacity (cc) 1 19 9
1 397 1 598
1 598

Bore x stroke
(mm)

75 x 90.5
77 x 75
77 x 85.8 77 x 85.8
Max power: EU standard
(kW) ***
6070
88

115
110 *120 **
Max power engine speed (rpm) 5 750
6 000
6 000
6 000

Max torque: EU standard
(Nm) 11 8
13 6
160
240

Max torque engine speed
(rpm) 2 750
4 000 4 250
1 400

Fuel Unleaded Unleaded
Unleaded
Unleaded


Catalytic conver ter yes
yes
yes
yes
GEARBOX
Manual(5-speed)
Electronic(5-speed)
Electronic(5-speed)
Manual(5-speed)
Automatic
(4-speed)
Manual(6-speed)

OIL CAPACITIES
(in litres)
Engine (with filter replacement) 3.25

4.25
4.25

4.25

4.25

*
For Belgium and Russia. **
For Brazil.
***
The maximum power corresponds to the value type-approved on a test bed, under conditions defined in European legislation (Directive 1999/99/EC).