2020 CITROEN DS3 CROSSBACK ignition

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Operating the switch again stops the movement
of the window.Window controls remain operational for
approximately 45 seconds after switching
off the ignition or after locking the vehicle.
After that time, the controls are disabled.
To reactivate them, switch on the ignition or
unlock the vehicle.
Anti-pinch
If the window meets an obstacle while rising, it
stops and immediately partially lowers again.
Deactivation of the rear
controls for the rear electric
windows
For children's safety, press switch 5 to
deactivate the rear electric windows
controls.
The indicator lamp for the button comes on,
accompanied by a message confirming activation.
With the ignition on, it remains lit, as long as the
child lock remains activated.
Use of the rear electric windows from the driver's
controls remains possible.
For versions fitted with an electric child
lock, this control also deactivates the
interior rear door controls.
For more information on the Child lock, refer to
the corresponding section.
Reactivating interior volumetric
monitoring
►  Deactivate exterior perimeter monitoring by
unlocking the vehicle using the remote control or
by pressing a door handle.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off.
►  Reactivate the full alarm system by locking
the vehicle using the remote control or by
pressing one of the front door handles.
The red indicator lamp in the button once again
flashes every second.
Triggering of the alarm
This is indicated by sounding of the siren and
flashing of the direction indicators for 30
seconds.
The interior volumetric and anti-tilt monitoring
functions remain active until the alarm has been
triggered ten times in succession.
When the vehicle is unlocked, rapid flashing of
the indicator lamp in the button indicates that the
alarm was triggered during your absence. When
the ignition is switched on, this flashing stops
immediately.
Failure of the remote control
To deactivate the monitoring functions:
►  Unlock the vehicle using the key in the driver's
door lock.
►  Open the door; the alarm is triggered.
►  Switch on the ignition; this stops the alarm.
The indicator lamp in the button goes off.
Locking the vehicle without
activating the alarm
►  Lock or deadlock the vehicle using the key
(integral to the remote control) in the driver's door
lock.
Automatic activation
(Depending on version)
The system is activated automatically 2 minutes
after the last door or the boot is closed.
►  To avoid triggering the alarm on entering the
vehicle, first press the unlocking button on the
remote control or unlock the vehicle using the
“Keyless Entry and Starting” system.
Malfunction
When the ignition is switched on, fixed
illumination of the red indicator lamp in the
button indicates a malfunction of the system.
Have it checked by a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
Electric windows
1. Left-hand front.
2. Right-hand front.
3. Left-hand rear.
4. Right-hand rear.
5. Deactivation of the electric window controls
located at the rear seats.
Locking of the rear doors (depending on
version).
Manual operation
►  To open/close the window, press/pull the
switch without passing the point of resistance;
the window stops as soon as the switch is
released.
Automatic operation
►  To open/close the window, press/pull the
switch past its resistance point: the window
opens/closes completely when the switch is
released.

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Operating the switch again stops the movement
of the window.
Window controls remain operational for
approximately 45 seconds after switching
off the ignition or after locking the vehicle.
After that time, the controls are disabled.
To reactivate them, switch on the ignition or
unlock the vehicle.
Anti-pinch
If the window meets an obstacle while rising, it
stops and immediately partially lowers again.
Deactivation of the rear
controls for the rear electric
windows
For children's safety, press switch 5 to
deactivate the rear electric windows
controls.
The indicator lamp for the button comes on,
accompanied by a message confirming activation.
With the ignition on, it remains lit, as long as the
child lock remains activated.
Use of the rear electric windows from the driver's
controls remains possible.
For versions fitted with an electric child
lock, this control also deactivates the
interior rear door controls.
For more information on the Child lock, refer to
the corresponding section.
Reinitialising the electric
windows
After reconnecting the battery, or in the event
of abnormal window movement, the anti-pinch
function must be reinitialised.
The anti-pinch function is disabled during the
following sequence of operations.
For each window:
►  Lower the window fully, then raise it; it will
rise in steps of a few centimetres each time the
control is pressed. Repeat the operation until the
window is fully closed.
►  Continue to pull the control upwards for at
least one second after the window reaches the
closed position.
If an electric window meets an obstacle
during operation, the movement of the
window must be reversed. To do this, press the
relevant switch.
When the driver operates the passengers’
electric window switches, it is important to
ensure that nothing can prevent the window
from closing properly.
It is important to ensure that passengers use
the electric windows correctly.
Pay particular attention to children when
operating windows.
Be aware of passengers and/or other persons
present when closing windows using the key or
the "Keyless Entry and Starting" system.

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Activation/Deactivation
► Press this button to activate/
deactivate the function.
Upon activation, the indicator lamp comes on.
The massage function is activated for a period of
one hour.
During this time, massage is performed in 6 cycles
of 10 minutes (6 minutes of massage followed by
a 4-minute break).
After one hour, the function is deactivated; the
indicator lamp goes off.
Heated seats



The function is active only with the engine
running.
On/Off
►  Press the button corresponding to your seat.
►  Each press changes the heating level; the
corresponding number of indicator lamps come
on.
►  To stop heating, press the button again until
all the indicator lamps are off.
The system status is memorised when the ignition
is switched off.
Do not use the function when the seat is
not occupied.
Reduce the heating intensity as soon as
possible.
When the seat and passenger compartment
have reached a satisfactory temperature,
switch the function off; reducing electricity
consumption in turn decreases fuel
consumption.
Prolonged use of heated seats is not
recommended for people with sensitive
skin.
There is a risk of burns for people whose
perception of heat is impaired (illness, taking
medication, etc.).
To keep the heated pad intact and to prevent a
short circuit:
–

Do no
t place heavy or sharp objects on the
seat.
–

Do no
t kneel or stand on the seat.
–

Do no
t spill liquids onto the seat.
–

Ne
ver use the heating function if the seat
is damp.
Steering wheel
adjustment


►  When stationary, pull the control to release
the steering wheel.
►  Adjust the height and reach to suit your driving
position.
►  Push the control lever to lock the steering
wheel.
As a safety measure, these adjustments
must only be carried out with the vehicle
stationary.
Mirrors
Door mirrors
Adjustment



►  Turn control A to the right or to the left to
select the corresponding mirror.
►  Move the control in any of the four directions
to adjust.
►  Return the control to the central position.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should
be adjusted to reduce the blind spots.
The objects observed are, in reality, closer than
they appear. Take this into account in order
to correctly judge the distance of vehicles
approaching from behind.
Manual folding
The mirrors can be folded manually (parking
obstruction, narrow garage, etc.).

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Mirrors
Door mirrors
Adjustment



►  Turn control A to the right or to the left to
select the corresponding mirror.
►  Move the control in any of the four directions
to adjust.
►  Return the control to the central position.
As a safety measure, the mirrors should
be adjusted to reduce the blind spots.
The objects observed are, in reality, closer than
they appear. Take this into account in order
to correctly judge the distance of vehicles
approaching from behind.
Manual folding
The mirrors can be folded manually (parking
obstruction, narrow garage, etc.).
►  Turn the mirror towards the vehicle.
Electric folding
If the vehicle is so equipped, the mirrors can
be folded electrically from the inside, with the
vehicle parked and the ignition on:


► Move the control A down.
Electric unfolding
► From outside: unlock the vehicle using the
remote control or the Keyless Entry and Starting.
►  From inside: with the ignition on, move control
A upwards.
The automatic folding and unfolding of
the door mirrors with the remote control
can be set in the touch screen’s
Driving/Vehicle menu.
Demisting/Defrosting
If the vehicle is so equipped, demisting/
defrosting of the heated door mirrors is
performed when the heated rear screen is
switched on. For more information on Rear screen demisting/
defrosting, refer to the corresponding section.
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,
headlights of other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Day/night position

► 
Pull the lever to change to the anti-dazzle
"night” position.
►  Push the lever to change to the normal "day"
position.
Adjustment
►  Set the mirror to the normal “day” position.

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Central and side air vents, footwells
Central and side air vents
Windscreen
Windscreen, footwells
Footwells
Air conditioning on / off
The air conditioning system is designed to
operate effectively in all seasons, with the
windows closed.
It is used to:
–
lo
wer the temperature in summer,
–

increase the effectiv
eness of the demisting in
winter, above 3°C.
►  Press button 4 to activate/deactivate the air
conditioning system.
Air conditioning does not operate when
the air flow is disabled.
To obtain cool air more quickly, enable interior
air recirculation for a brief period. Then return
to the intake of exterior air.
Switching off the air conditioning may result in
some discomfort (humidity or misting).
System switch-off
►  Press this button.
Its indicator lamp comes on and all other indicator
lamps for the system go off.
This action deactivates all functions of the air
conditioning system.
Temperature is no longer regulated. A slight flow
of air can still be felt, resulting from the forward
movement of the vehicle.
Automatic air conditioning
The air conditioning operates with the engine
running, but the ventilation and its controls can
be accessed with the ignition on.
Operation of the air conditioning and regulation
of temperature, air flow and air distribution in the
passenger compartment are automatic.
Press the Climate menu button to access
the system controls.




1. Temperature adjustment
2. Air flow adjustment
3. Air distribution adjustment
4. Air conditioning on/off
5. Automatic comfort programme on/off
6. Maximum A/C
7. Access to the secondary page
8. Adjustment of the automatic comfort
programme (Soft/Normal/Fast)
Temperature adjustment
►  Press one of the buttons 1 to increase (red) or
decrease (blue) the value.
The value displayed corresponds to a level of
comfort and not to a precise temperature.
Air flow adjustment
►  Press one of the buttons 2 (- or +) to increase
or decrease air flow.
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in according to
the request.

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Remote-controlled heating
and air conditioning
(Electric)
This function allows you to programme the
vehicle to adjust the passenger compartment
temperature to a pre-defined, non-modifiable
temperature (approx. 21°C) before you enter the
vehicle, on the days and times of your choice.
Programming
(With DS CONNECT NAV)
In the Climate > OPTIONS menu:
Select Temperature conditioning.
►  Press + to programme.
►  Select the time of entry into the vehicle and
the desired days. Press OK.
►  Press ON to activate this programming.
Pre-conditioning begins approximately 45 minutes
before the programmed time, and is maintained
for 10 minutes afterwards.
You can define multiple programmings.
Each one is saved in the system.
To optimise battery life, we recommend
programming with the vehicle plugged in.
This feature can be programmed using a
smartphone, via the MyDS application.
With DS CONNECT RADIO, the programming can
only be carried out using a smartphone, via the
application. For more information on Remotely operable
features, refer to the corresponding section.
Operating conditions
– The function is only activ
ated when the ignition
is off and the vehicle locked.
–

The function is no
t activated if the battery
charge level is below 50%.
–

If rec
urrent programming is activated (e.g.
from Monday to Friday) and two pre-conditioning
sequences are performed without the vehicle
being used, the programming will be deactivated.
Interior fittings

1. Grab handle
2. Sun visor
3. Glove box
4. Door pockets
5. Storage compartment or Wireless smartphone
charger
6. Cup holder
7.Central armrest with USB port and 12 V
accessory socket (depending on version)
8. Storage compartment below the steering
wheel
Sun visor
►  With the ignition on, raise the concealing flap;
the mirror is illuminated automatically.
This sun visor is also equipped with a ticket
holder.
Glove box
►  To open the glove box, raise the handle.

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7.Central armrest with USB port and 12 V
accessory socket (depending on version)
8. Storage compartment below the steering
wheel
Sun visor
►  With the ignition on, raise the concealing flap;
the mirror is illuminated automatically.
This sun visor is also equipped with a ticket
holder.
Glove box
►  To open the glove box, raise the handle.

Never drive with the glove box open when
a passenger is at the front. It may cause
injury during sharp deceleration!
Central armrest

It includes a storage space.
USB socket

You can connect a portable device or a USB
memory stick.
Depending on version, the
USB port located on the
centre console also allows a smartphone to be
connected by MirrorLink
TM, Android Auto® or
CarPlay®, so that certain smartphone applications
can be used on the touch screen.
To achieve the best results, it is necessary to
use a cable made or approved by the device
manufacturer.
These applications can be managed using the
steering mounted controls or those of the audio
system.
When the USB port is used, the portable
device charges automatically.
A message is displayed if the power drawn
by the portable device exceeds the current
supplied by the vehicle.
For more information on how to use this
equipment, refer to the Audio and telematics
section .
12 V accessory socket

►  To connect a 12 V accessory (maximum
power: 120 W), lift the cover and plug in a suitable
adaptor.
Observe the maximum power rating to
avoid damaging your accessory.

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The connection of an unapproved
electrical device, such as a USB charger,
may adversely affect the operation of vehicle
electrical systems, causing faults such as poor
radio reception or interference with displays in
the screens.
FOCAL ELECTRA® Premium Hi-Fi
system


Your vehicle is equipped with a high-fidelity
acoustic system designed by the French brand
FOCAL
®, a specialist in acoustics for more than
35 years and recognised throughout the world
for its patented innovations and its unique audio
signature.
12 speakers incorporating exclusive FOCAL
®
technologies offer the pleasure of pure and
detailed sound inside the vehicle:
–

Cen

tral speaker / satellite speakers: Polyglass
technology delivering sound immersion and
spatialisation.
–

High fidelity w

oofer / mid-range speakers:
Polyglass technology delivering balance and
precise sound.
– TNF tweeters: inverted dome aluminium
technology giving optimum sound dispersion and
very detailed higher frequencies.
–

12-w
ay active amplification - 515 Watts: Hybrid
Class AB / Class D technology providing breadth
and finesse in the high frequency signals, as well
as real power in the bass.
–

Sub
woofer: 200 mm triple coil Power Flower
TM
technology for defined and dynamic reproduction
of lower frequencies.
Subwoofer under boot mat: vacuum the
grille regularly and be careful not to have
any liquids nearby.
Wireless smartphone charger



It allows wireless charging of a portable device
such as a smartphone, using the magnetic
induction principle, in accordance with the Qi 1.1
standard.
The portable device to be charged must be
compatible with the Qi standard, either by design
or by using a compatible holder or shell.
The charging area is identified by the Qi symbol.
The charger works with the engine running and
with the Stop & Start system in STOP mode.
Charging is managed by the smartphone.
With the Keyless Entry and Starting system, the
charger’s operation may be briefly disrupted when
a door is opened or the ignition is switched off.
Charging
►  With the charging area clear, place a device in
its centre.


When the portable device is detected, the
charger’s indicator lamp lights up green. It
remains lit for the whole time that the battery is
being charged.
The system is not designed to charge
multiple devices simultaneously.


Do not leave any metal objects (coins,
keys, vehicle remote control, etc.) in the
charging area while a device is being charged,
due to the risk of overheating or interrupting
the charging process.
Operating check
The state of the indicator lamp allows the
operation of the charger to be monitored.