2018 CITROEN DS3 Handbook (in English)

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Do not use the function when the seat is
not occupied.
Reduce the intensity of the heating as
soon as possible.
When the seat and passenger
compartment have reached an adequate
temperature, you can stop the function;
reducing the consumption of electrical
current reduces fuel consumption.Prolonged use at the highest setting is
not recommended for those with sensitive
skin.
There is a
risk of burns for people whose
perception of heat is impaired (illness,
taking medication, etc.).
There is a
risk of overheating the system if
material with insulating properties is used,
such as cushions or seat covers.
Do not use the system:
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f wearing damp clothing,
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f child seats are fitted.
To avoid breaking the heating element in
the seat:
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o not place heavy objects on the seat,
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o not kneel or stand on the seat,
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o not place sharp objects on the seat,
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o not spill liquids onto the seat.
To avoid the risk of short-circuit:
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o not use liquid products for cleaning
the seat,
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ever use the heating function when
the seat is damp.Access to the rear seats
Ensure that only the appropriate control is
used, located at the top of the backrest.
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o return the seat to its initial position, push
the backrest back again.
In case of difficulty, push back
simultaneously on the seat backrest angle
adjustment control (at the bottom of the
backrest) and the backrest.
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P
ull the control up to fold down the backrest
and move the seat for ward.
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No person or object should block the
seat sliding back into its initial position;
returning to this position is necessary for
longitudinal locking.
Make sure that the seat belt has reeled in
correctly so as not to prevent passenger
access to the rear seats.
Grab handle
PERFORMANCE front
seats
Seat consisting of a cushion and an adjustable
b ackrest to adapt your position for optimal
driving and comfort conditions.
Manual adjustments
Longitudinal adjustment
F Raise the control and slide the seat forwards or backwards.
Height adjustment
F Pull the control upwards to raise or push it downwards to lower, as many times as
necessary to obtain the position required.
This ergonomic grip, located at the top of the
side trim, allows:
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ear side passengers to have a

support
when the vehicle is moving,
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rovision of a

support point improving
access to seats in the rear,
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asier exit from the rear seats.
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Adjusting the seat backrest angle
F Push the handle towards the rear and move the seat backrest for wards or backwards.
Before moving the seat backwards,
ensure that there is nothing that might
prevent the full travel of the seat.
There is a
risk of trapping or pinching
passengers if present in the rear seats
or jamming the seat if large objects are
placed on the floor behind the seat.
Additional adjustments
Access to the rear seats
F Pull the control for ward to fold the backrest and move the seat for ward.
When returning it, the seat resumes its
initial position.
No person or object should block the
seat sliding back into its initial position;
returning to this position is necessary for
longitudinal locking.
Make sure that the seat belt has reeled in
correctly so as not to prevent passenger
access to the rear seats.
Grab handle
This ergonomic grip, located at the top of the
side trim, allows:
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ear side passengers to have a support
when the vehicle is moving,
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p
rovision of a support point improving
access to seats in the rear,
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asier exit from the rear seats.
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Rear seats
Bench seat with fixed one-piece cushion and
folding backrest (1/3 -2/3) to adapt the loading
space in the boot.
Folding the backrestReturning the backrest to the
normal position
F Straighten the seat backrest 2 and secure it.
F C heck that the red indicator, located next to
the control 1 , is no longer visible.
When repositioning the seat backrest,
take care not to trap the seat belts.
Rear head restraints
Never drive with the head restraints
removed; they must be fitted and correctly
adjusted.
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ove the corresponding front seat for wards
if necessary.
F
P
osition the seat belt against the backrest.
F
P
lace the head restraints in the low position. F

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ull control 1

for wards to release the seat
backrest 2 .
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old the seat backrest 2

on to the cushion.
These have one position for use (up) and
a

stowed position (down).
They can also be removed.
To remove a head restraint:
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elease the backrest using the control 1
,
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ilt the backrest 2 slightly forwards,
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ull the head restraint upwards to the stop,
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hen, press the lug A
.
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Steering wheel adjustment
F When stationary, pull the control lever to
release the steering wheel.
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djust the height and reach to suit your
driving position.
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ush the control lever to lock the adjustment
mechanism.
As a
safety precaution, these operations
should only be carried out while the
vehicle is stationary.
Mirrors
Door mirrors
Each fitted with an adjustable mirror glass
permitting the lateral rearward vision necessary
for overtaking or parking.
They can also be folded in for parking in narrow
spaces.
Demisting/Defrosting
If your vehicle is fitted with heated
mirrors, the demisting-defrosting
operates by switching on the heated
rear screen.
For more information on Rear screen demist -
defrost , refer to the corresponding section.
Adjustment
F Move control B in any of the four directions
to adjust.
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eturn control A to the central position.
Objects seen in the mirror are in reality
closer than they appear.
Take this into account when assessing
the distance of vehicles approaching from
behind.
As a
safety measure, the mirrors should
be adjusted to reduce the blind spots.
Folding
F From outside: lock the vehicle using the remote control or the key.
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rom inside: with the ignition on, pull the
control A in the central position rearwards.
If the mirrors are folded using control A ,
they will not unfold when the vehicle is
unlocked. Pull again on control A .
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ove control A to the right or to the left to
select the corresponding mirror.
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Unfolding
F From outside: unlock the vehicle using the remote control or the key.
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rom inside: with the ignition on, pull the
control A in the central position rearwards.
The folding and unfolding of the door
mirrors using the remote control can be
deactivated in the dealer network or by
a


qualified workshop.
If necessary the mirrors can be folded
manually.
Rear view mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which
darkens the mirror glass and reduces the
nuisance to the driver caused by the sun,
headlamps from other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Adjustment
Day/night position
F
P
ull the lever to change to the "night" anti-
dazzle position.
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ush the lever to change to the normal
"day" position.
Automatic "electrochrome" model
This system automatically and progressively
changes between the day and night uses by
means of a
sensor, which measures the light
from the rear of the vehicle.
In order to ensure optimum visibility during
your manoeuvres, the mirror lightens
automatically when reverse gear is
engaged.
F

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djust the mirror so that the glass is
directed correctly in the "day" position.
Ventilation
Air intake
The air circulating in the passenger
compartment is filtered and originates either
from the outside via the grille located at the
base of the windscreen or from the inside in air
recirculation mode.
Air treatment
The incoming air follows various routes
depending on the controls selected by the
driver:
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irect arrival in the passenger compartment
(air intake),
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assage through a

heating circuit (heating),
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assage through a cooling circuit (air
conditioning).
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The temperature control enables you to obtain
the level of comfort required by mixing the air of
the various circuits.
This air distribution control is used to arrange
the distribution of air in the passenger
compartment by combining several air outlets.
The air flow control enables you to increase or
reduce the speed of the ventilation fan.
Control panel
The controls of this system are grouped
together on the control panel A on the centre
console. Depending on the model, the
functions presented are:
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esired level of comfort,
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ir flow,
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ir distribution,
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emisting and defrosting,
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anual or automatic air conditioning
controls.
Air distribution
1 Windscreen demisting/defrosting vents.
2 Front door window demisting/defrosting
vents.
3 Adjustable and closable side air vents.
4 Central adjustable air vents.
5 Air outlets to the front footwells.
6 Air outlets to the rear footwells.
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Recommendations for ventilation and air conditioning
In order for these systems to be fully
effective, follow the operation and
maintenance guidelines below:
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o ensure that the 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.
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o not cover the sunshine sensor,
located on the dashboard; this is used
for regulation of the automatic air
conditioning system.
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perate the air conditioning system for
at least 5
to 10 minutes once or twice
a
month to keep it in per fect working
o r d e r.
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nsure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and replace
the filter elements periodically. We
recommend the use of a
combined
passenger compartment filter. Thanks to
its special active additive, it helps both to
purify the air breathed by the occupants
and to keep the passenger compartment
clean (reduction of allergic symptoms,
bad odours and greasy deposits). If after an extended stop in sunshine,
the interior temperature is very high, first
ventilate the passenger compartment for
a
few moments.
Put the air flow control at a
setting high
enough to quickly change the air in the
passenger compartment.
The condensation created by the air
conditioning results in a
discharge of water
under the vehicle which is per fectly normal.
Stop & Star t
The heating and air conditioning systems
only work when the engine is running.
To maintain a
comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment, you may
temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system.
For more information on Stop & Star t ,
refer to the corresponding section.
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T o ensure correct operation of the
air conditioning system, you are also
advised to have it checked regularly as
recommended in the Maintenance and
Warranty Guide.
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f the system does not produce cold
air, switch it off and contact the dealer
network or a
qualified workshop.
When towing the maximum load on a
steep
gradient in high temperatures, switching off
the air conditioning increases the available
engine power and so improves the towing
ability.
To avoid the windows misting up and
deterioration in the quality of the air:
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o not drive for too long with the
ventilation switched off.
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o not keep air recirculation set for an
extended period.
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