Citroen DS3 (2016 year). Instruction

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Four-speed automatic gearbox which offers a
choice between the comfort of fully automatic
operation, enhanced by sport and snow
programmes, or manual gear changing.
Two driving modes are available:
-

automatic operation with electronic
management of the gears by the gearbox,
with a sport

programme for a more

dynamic style of driving and a snow
programme to make driving easier when
grip is poor.

manual

operation for sequential changing

of the gears by the driver.

Automatic gearbox

Gear selector knob.

2. Button

"S" (sport)

3. Button

T" (snow)

gear selection gate

Park.

- Immobilisation of the vehicle, parking brake

on or off.

- Starting the engine.
R.

Reverse.

- Reversing manoeuvres, vehicle stationary,

engine at idle.

Neutral.

- Immobilisation of the vehicle, parking brake

on.

- Starting the engine.
D.

Automatic operation.

M + / -. Manual operation with sequential

changing of the four gears.

Push forwards to change up through the

gears.

Pull backwards to change down through

the gears.

gear selector positions

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When you move the selector in the gate to
select a position, the corresponding indicator is
displayed in the instrument panel.
P.

Park

R. Reverse
n. Neutral
D.

Drive (Automatic driving)

S. Sport

programme

T. Snow

programme

1 2 3 4.

Gears engaged during manual

operation

Invalid value during manual operation

Displays in the instrument panel

Foot on brake

Press the brake pedal when this

indicator lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel (e.g.: starting
the engine).

Moving off

If position n is selected inadvertently
while driving, allow the engine to
return to idle then select position D to
accelerate.
If the ambient temperature is
below -23°C, the engine should be left
at idle for four minutes, to ensure the
correct operation and life of the engine
and gearbox.

When the engine is running at idle, with
the brakes released, if position R, D or
M is selected, the vehicle moves even
without the accelerator being pressed.
When the engine is running, never
leave children in the vehicle without
supervision.
When carrying out maintenance with
the engine running, apply the parking
brake and select position P.

Apply the parking brake.

F Select position P or n

Start the engine.

If this procedure is not followed, there is an
audible signal, accompanied by the display of
an warning message.
F

With the engine running, press the brake

pedal.

Release the parking brake.

F Select position R, D or M

Gradually release the brake pedal.

The vehicle moves off immediately.

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Automatic operation

F Select position D for automatic

changing

of the four gears.

The gearbox then operates in auto-adaptive
mode, without any intervention on the part
of the driver. It continuously selects the most
suitable gear according to the style of driving,
the profile of the road and the load in the
vehicle.
For maximum acceleration without touching
the selector, press the accelerator pedal down
fully (kick down). The gearbox changes down
automatically or maintains the gear selected
until the maximum engine speed is reached.
On braking, the gearbox changes down
automatically to provide efficient engine
braking.
If you release the accelerator sharply, the
gearbox will not change to a higher gear for
safety reasons.

Never select position n while the
vehicle is moving.
Never select positions P or R unless
the vehicle is completely stationary.

Sport and snow programmes

These two special programmes supplement the
automatic operation in very specific conditions
of use.

Sport programme "S"

F Press button "S"

, after starting the engine.

The gearbox automatically favours a dynamic
style of driving.

appears in the instrument panel.

Snow programme "

F Press button "T

", after starting the engine.

The gearbox adapts to driving on slippery
roads.
This programme improves starting and drive
when traction is poor.

appears in the instrument panel.

Return to standard
automatic operation

F At any time, press the button selected

again to quit the programme engaged and
return to auto-adaptive mode.

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There is a risk of damage to the gearbox:
-

if you press the accelerator and

brake pedals at the same time,

if you force the movement of the
selector from the P position to
another position when the battery

is flat.

To reduce fuel consumption when at

a prolonged standstill with the engine

running (traffic jam...), put the selector
in the n

position and apply the parking

brake.

If the selector is not in position P,
when the driver's door is opened or
approximately 45 seconds after the
ignition is switched off, a warning
message appears in the screen.
F Return the selector to position P

;

the message disappears.

When driving on flooded roads or when
crossing a ford, proceed at walking
pace.

Operating fault

Manual operation

When the ignition is on, the lighting

of this warning lamp, accompanied

by an audible signal and a message in the

multifunction screen, indicates a gearbox fault.

In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up

mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel

a substantial knock when changing from P
to R and from n to R

. This will not cause any

damage to the gearbox.

Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed

restrictions permitting.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.

F Select position M for sequential

changing

of the four gears.

F Push the selector towards the +

sign to

change up a gear.

F Pull the selector towards the -

sign to

change down a gear.

It is only possible to change from one gear to
another if the vehicle speed and engine speed
permit; otherwise, the gearbox will operate
temporarily in automatic mode.

This symbol is displayed if a gear
is not engaged correctly (selector
between two positions).

disappears and the gears

engaged appear in succession in the
instrument panel.

Stopping the vehicle

Before switching off the engine, you can engage
position P or n

to place the gearbox in neutral.

In both cases, apply the parking brake to
immobilise the vehicle.

Invalid value during manual
operation

If the engine speed is too low or too high, the
gear selected flashes for a few seconds, then
the actual gear engaged is displayed.
It is possible to change from position D
(automatic) to position M (manual) at any time.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving
very slowly, the gearbox selects gear M1
automatically.
The sport and snow programmes do not
operate in manual mode.

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Six-speed automatic gearbox which offers a
choice between the comfort of fully automatic
operation or manual gear changing.
Two driving modes are available:
-

automatic operation with electronic
management of the gears by the gearbox,

manual

operation for sequential changing

of the gears by the driver.

Automatic gearbox (EAT6)

Park.

- Immobilisation of the vehicle, parking brake

on or off.

- Starting the engine.
R.

Reverse.

- Reversing manoeuvres, vehicle stationary,

engine at idle.

Neutral.

- Immobilisation of the vehicle, parking brake

on.

- Starting the engine.
D.

Automatic operation.

M + / -. Manual operation with sequential

changing of the six gears.

Pull backward to change up through the

gears.

Push forward to change down through the

gears.

When you move the selector to select a
position, the corresponding indicator is
displayed in the instrument panel.
P.

Park

R. Reverse
n. Neutral
D.

Drive (Automatic operation)

1 2 3 4 5 6.

Gears engaged during manual

operation

Invalid value during manual operation

gear selector positions

Displays in the instrument panel

Foot on brake

Press the brake pedal when this

indicator lamp is displayed in the
instrument panel (e.g.: starting
the engine).

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Moving off

Apply the parking brake.

F Select position P or n

Start the engine.

If these conditions are not met, there is an
audible signal, accompanied by the display of
an warning message.
F

With the engine running, press the brake

pedal.

Release the parking brake.

F Select position R, D or M

Gradually release the brake pedal.

The vehicle moves off immediately.

If position n is selected inadvertently
while driving, allow the engine to
return to idle then select position D to
accelerate.
If the ambient temperature is below
-23°C, the engine should be left at idle
for four minutes, to ensure the correct
operation and life of the engine and
gearbox.

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F Select position D for automatic

changing

of the six gears.

Automatic operation

Never select position n while the
vehicle is moving.
Never select positions P or R unless
the vehicle is completely stationary.

Reverse

When selecting reverse R with the ignition on,
the rear parking sensors are activated.
For more information, refer to the "Rear parking
sensors" section.

Creep function (moving without
using the accelerator)

This function provides great flexibility in
manoeuvring the vehicle at low speed (when
parking, in traffic jams, …).
With the engine at idle, parking brake released
and position D, M or R selected, the vehicle
moves

as soon as you take your foot off

the brake pedal (even without pressing the
accelerator)..
For your safety, this function will be activated
only if you press the brake pedal when
changing from forward drive to reverse.
It is deactivated on opening the driver's door.
Closing the door then pressing the brake or
accelerator pedal, reactivates the function.

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To reduce fuel consumption when at

a prolonged standstill with the engine

running (traffic jam...), put the selector
in the n

position and apply the parking

brake.

;

the message disappears.

When driving on flooded roads or when
crossing a ford, proceed at walking
pace.

There is a risk of damage to the gearbox:
-

if you press the accelerator and
brake pedals at the same time,

if you force the movement of the
selector from the P position to
another position when the battery
is flat.

F Select position M for sequential

changing

of the six gears.

F Move the selector towards the +

sign to

change up a gear.

F Move the selector towards the -

sign to

change down a gear.

It is only possible to change from one gear to
another if the vehicle speed and engine speed
permit; otherwise, the gearbox will operate
temporarily in automatic mode.

Manual operation

disappears and the gears

engaged appear in succession in the
instrument panel.

Invalid value during manual
operation

This symbol is displayed if a gear
is not engaged correctly (selector
between two positions).

Stopping the vehicle

Before switching off the engine, you can
engage position P or n to place the gearbox in
neutral.
In both cases, apply the parking brake to
immobilise the vehicle.

When the ignition is on, the lighting
of this warning lamp, accompanied

Operating fault

by an audible signal and a message in the
multifunction screen, indicates a gearbox fault.
In this case, the gearbox switches to back-up
mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel
a substantial knock when changing from P
to R and from n to R

. This will not cause any

damage to the gearbox.
Do not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h), local speed
restrictions permitting.
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.

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Gear efficiency indicator

System which reduces fuel consumption by advising the driver to change up.

Operation

Example:
-  You are in third gear.
-  You press the accelerator pedal.
-  The system may suggest that you engage

a higher gear.

The information appears in the instrument
panel in the form of an arrow.

The system adapts its gear change
recommendation according to the
driving conditions (slope, load, ...) and
the demands of the driver (power,
acceleration, braking, ...).
The system never suggests:
-  engaging first gear,
-  engaging reverse gear,
-  engaging a lower gear.

With an electronic or automatic
gearbox, the system is only active in
manual mode.

On vehicle fitted with a manual
gearbox, the arrow may be
accompanied by the gear
recommended.

Depending on the driving situation and your
vehicle's equipment, the system may advise
you to skip one (or more) gear(s). You can
follow this instruction without engaging the
intermediate gears.
The gear engagement recommendations must
not be considered compulsory. In fact, the
configuration of the road, the amount of traffic
and safety remain determining factors when
choosing the best gear. Therefore, the driver
remains responsible for deciding whether or not
to follow the advice given by the system.
This function cannot be deactivated.

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Stop & Start

Operation

going into engine STOP mode

For your comfort, during parking
manoeuvres, STOP mode is not
available for a few seconds after
coming out of reverse gear.
Stop & Start mode does not affect the
functionality of the vehicle, such as for
example, braking, power steering...

Never refuel with the engine in STOP
mode; you must switch off the ignition
with the key.

The "ECO"

warning lamp comes

on in the instrument panel and the
engine goes into standby:

with a manual gearbox, when stationary
or at speeds below 12 mph (20 km/h)
(depending on version), when you put the
gear lever into neutral, and you release the
clutch pedal.

with a 5 or 6-speed electronic gearbox,
when stationary or at speeds below 5 mph
(8 km/h) (depending on version), when
you press the brake pedal or put the gear
selector in position n

with an automatic gearbox, vehicle
stationary, when you press the brake pedal
or you place the gear selector in position n.

A time counter calculates
the sum of the periods in
STOP mode during a journey.
It rests itself to zero every time
the ignition is switched on with
the key.

The Stop & Start system puts the engine
temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during
stops in the traffic (red lights, traffic jams...).
The engine restarts automatically - START
mode - as soon as you want to move off.
The restart takes place instantly, quickly and
silently.
Perfect for urban use, the Stop & Start system
reduces fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions as well as the noise level when
stationary.

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going into engine START mode

The "ECO"

warning lamp goes off

and the engine starts:

with a manual gearbox, when you
depress the clutch pedal,

with an electronic or automatic
gearbox:
● gear selector in position A / D or M,

when you release the brake pedal,

● or gear selector in position n and the

brake pedal released, when you move
the gear selector to position A / D or M,

● or when you engage reverse gear.

Special cases: START invoked
automatically

For reasons of safety and for your comfort,
START mode is invoked automatically when:
-  you open the driver's door,
-  you unfasten the driver's seat belt,
-  the speed of the vehicle exceeds 7 mph

(11 km/h) with the electronic gearbox
system,

- some special conditions (battery charge,

engine temperature, braking assistance,
ambient temperature...) where the engine is
needed for control of a system.

The "ECO"

warning lamp flashes for

a few seconds, then goes off.

This operation is perfectly normal.

With a manual gearbox in STOP
mode, if you engage a gear without
fully depressing the clutch pedal, a
message is displayed asking you to
fully depress the clutch pedal so that
the engine can restart.

STOP mode is not invoked when:
-  the driver's door is open,
-  the driver's seat belt is not fastened,
-  the vehicle has not exceeded 6 mph

(10 km/h) since the last engine start using
the key,

- the engine is needed to maintain a

comfortable temperature in the passenger
compartment,

- demisting is active,
- some special conditions (battery charge,

engine temperature, braking assistance,
ambient temperature...) where the engine is
needed to assure control of a system.

Special cases: STOP mode not
available

The "ECO"

warning lamp flashes for

a few seconds then goes off.

This operation is perfectly normal.

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Stop & Start requires a 12 V battery
with a special specification and
technology.
All work on this type of battery must
only be done by a CITROËN dealer or
a qualified workshop.
For more information on the 12 V
battery, please see the corresponding
section.

Operating fault

In the event of a fault with the system, the
"ECO OFF"

switch warning lamp flashes for a

few moments then comes on continuously.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.
In the event of a fault in STOP mode, the
vehicle may stall. All of the instrument panel
warning lamps come on. It is then necessary
to switch off the ignition and start the engine
again using the key.

Press this switch to deactivate the system.
The deactivation is confirmed by the switch
warning lamp coming on accompanied by a
message.
Pressing this switch again reactivates the
function.
The switch warning lamp goes off,
accompanied by a message.

In certain circumstances, such as maintaining
a comfortable temperature in the passenger
compartment, it may be useful to deactivate
Stop & Start.
You can request deactivation at any time, once
the ignition is switched on.
If the engine is in STOP mode, it restarts
immediately.
Stop & Start reactivates automatically each
time the ignition is switched on.

Deactivation / Manual
reactivation

Opening the bonnet

Driving on flooded roads
Before driving through a flooded road,
it is strongly recommended that you
deactivate the Stop & Start system.
For more advice on driving,
particularly on flooded roads, refer to
the corresponding section.

Before doing anything under the bonnet,
deactivate the Stop & Start system to
avoid the risk of injury related to an
automatic change to START mode.

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Hill start assist

System which holds your vehicle temporarily
(approximately 2 seconds) when starting on a
slope, the time it takes to move your foot from
the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.
This function is only active when:
-

the vehicle is completely stationary, with
your foot on the brake pedal,

certain conditions on a slope are met,

- with the driver’s door closed.
The hill start assist function cannot be
deactivated.

On an ascending slope, with the vehicle
stationary, the vehicle is held momentarily
when you release the brake pedal:
-

provided you are in automated mode
(position A) or in manual mode (position M)
with an electronic gearbox.

Do not leave the vehicle while it is
being held in the hill start assist phase.
If you need to leave the vehicle with
the engine running, manually apply
the parking brake then ensure that the
parking brake warning lamp is on (not
flashing) in the instrument panel.

Operation

On a descending slope, with the vehicle
stationary and reverse gear engaged, the
vehicle is held momentarily when you
release the brake pedal.

Operating fault

If a malfunction of the system occurs, these
warning lamps come on. Contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop to have the
system checked.

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System which prevents the vehicle from
exceeding the speed programmed by the
driver.
When the programmed speed limit is reached,
pressing the accelerator pedal in the normal
manner no longer has any effect.
The speed limiter is switched on

manually: it

requires a programmed speed of at least
20 mph (30 km/h).
The speed limiter is switched off by manual
operation of the control.
The programmed speed can be exceeded
temporarily by pressing the accelerator firmly.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
slow down to a speed below the programmed
speed.
The programmed speed remains in the memory
when the ignition is switched off.

Speed limiter

The speed limiter cannot, in any
circumstances, replace the need to
respect speed limits, nor can it replace the

need for vigilance on the part of the driver.

The controls of this system are grouped
together on stalk A.
1.

Speed limiter mode selection thumb wheel.

Value decrease button.

Value increase button.

Speed limiter on / off button.

Steering mounted controls

The programmed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.
5.

Speed limiter on / off indication.

Speed limiter mode selection indication.

Programmed speed value.

Displays in the instrument panel

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F Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "LIMIT"

position: the speed limiter mode is
selected but is not switched on (PAUSE).

You do not have to switch the speed limiter on
in order to set the speed.
F

Set the speed value by pressing button 2

or 3

(e.g.: 55 mph (90 km/h)).

Programming

You can then change the programmed speed using buttons 2 and 3:
-  by + or - 1 mph (km/h) = short press,
-  by + or - 5 mph (km/h) = long press,
-  in steps of + or - 5 mph (km/h) = maintained press.
F

Switch the speed limiter on by pressing button 4.

Switch the speed limiter off by pressing button 4: the display

confirms that it has been switched off (PAUSE).

Switch the speed limiter back on by pressing button 4 again.

Exceeding the programmed speed

Pressing the accelerator pedal to exceed the programmed speed will not have
any effect unless you press the pedal firmly past the point of resistance

The speed limiter is deactivated temporarily and the programmed speed,
which is still displayed, flashes.
Returning to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or unintentional
deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the flashing of the
programmed speed.

On a steep descent or in the event of
sharp acceleration, the speed limiter
will not be able to prevent the vehicle
from exceeding the programmed
speed.
To avoid any risk of jamming of the
pedals:
-

ensure that the mat is secured
correctly,

- do not fit one mat on top of another.

Leaving limiter mode

F Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "0"

position:

the speed limiter mode is deselected. The
display returns to the distance recorder.

Operating fault

In the event of a speed limiter fault, the speed
is cleared resulting in flashing of the dashes.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

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Cruise control

System which automatically maintains the
speed of the vehicle at the value programmed
by the driver, without any action on the
accelerator pedal.
The cruise control is switched on

manually: it

requires a minimum vehicle speed of 25 mph
(40 km/h), as well as the engagement of:
- fourth gear on a manual gearbox,
- second gear on a or automatic or electronic

gearbox, in sequential mode,

- position

on an electronic gearbox or

position D

on an automatic gearbox.

The cruise control is switched off manually
or by pressing the brake or clutch pedal or on
triggering of the trajectory control systems for
safety reasons.
It is possible to exceed the programmed speed
temporarily by pressing the accelerator pedal.
To return to the programmed speed, simply
release the accelerator pedal.
Switching off the ignition cancels any
programmed speed value.

The controls of this system are grouped
together on stalk A.
1.

Cruise control mode selection thumb wheel.

Value decrease button.

Value increase button.

Cruise control off/resume button.

Steering mounted controls

The cruise control cannot, in any
circumstances, replace the need to
respect speed limits, nor can it replace the

need for vigilance on the part of the driver.

The programmed information is grouped
together in the instrument panel screen.
5.

Cruise control off/resume indication.

Cruise control mode selection indication.

Programmed speed value.

Displays in the instrument panel

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