lock Citroen DS3 2012.5 1.G Owner's Guide

Locking the vehicle
with exterior
perimeter
protection only
To be effective, this deactivation mustbe carried out each time the ignition is switched off.

If the indicator lamp in button Aflashes rapidly, this indicates that the alarmwas triggered during your absence. When the ignition is switched on, thisflashing stops immediately.
To a v o i d t r iggering the alarm when washing your vehicle, lock it using the key in the driver’s door lock.
Deactivation of the interior volumetric protection
)Switch off the ignition.)Within ten seconds, press button Auntil
the indicator lamp is on continuously.
)Get out of the vehicle.)Lock or deadlock the vehicle without delay using the locking button on the remote control.
The exterior perimeter protection alone remains
activated; the indicator lamp in button A flashes
once per second.

Reactivation of the interior volumetric protection
)
Unlock the vehicle using the unlockingbutton on the remote control. )
Relock the vehicle using the remotecontrol.
The alarm is activated again with both types
of protection; the indicator lamp in button A
flashes once per second.



Tr iggering of the alarm


This is indicated by sounding of the siren
and flashing of the direction indicators for
approximately thirty seconds.
After it has been triggered, both types of protection are again operational.
If the alarm is triggered ten times in succession, the eleventh time will result in it
becoming inactive.

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Failure of the remote control
)Unlock the vehicle using the key in thedriver’s door lock. )Open the door; the alarm is triggered.)Switch on the ignition; the alarm stops.
Locking the vehicle without
activating the alarm
)
Lock or deadlock the vehicle using the keyin the driver’s door lock.


Malfunction
When the ignition is switched on, illumination of
the indicator lamp in button Afor ten seconds indicates malfunction with the siren.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

*
Accordin
g to country.


Automatic activation *



2 minutes after the last door or the boot is closed, the alarm is activated automatically. )
To avoid triggering the alarm on enteringthe vehicle, first press the unlocking button on the remote control.

Doors
Opening
From out side
)After unlocking the vehicle using theremote control or the key, pull the door handle.



From inside
)
Pull the door lever to open the door; thisunlocks this vehicle completely.




Closing

When a door is not closed correctly:
-when the engine is running,this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by a message in
the multifunction screen for a
few seconds,
-when the vehicle is moving(speedhigher than 6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning
lamp comes on, accompanied by anaudible signal and a message in the multifunction screen for a few seconds.

Version withdeadlocking

The interior door controls donot operate when the vehicle is deadlocked.

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System which provides full manual locking or
unlocking of the doors from the inside.
Manual centralised control

Locking
)Press button Ato lock the vehicle.
The red indicator lamp on the button comes on.
Unlocking
) Press button A
again to unlock the vehicle.
The red indicator lamp on the button
switches off.
If one of the doors is open, central locking from the inside does not take place.
If the vehicle is locked from the outside,the red indicator lamp flashes andbutton A
is inactive.)In this case, use the remote control or the key to unlock the vehicle.




Automatic centralised
control

System which provides full automatic locking or unlocking of the doors and the boot while
driving.
You can activate or deactivate this function.


Locking

When the speed exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h), the
doors and the boot lock automatically.
Unlocking
)
Above 6 mph (10 km/h), press button Ato unlock the doors and the boot
temporarily.


If one of the doors is open, theautomatic central locking does not take place.
If the boot is open, the automatic central locking of the doors is active.

Activation
)Press button Afor more than two seconds.
A confirmation message appears on themultifunction screen, accompanied by an audible signal.
Deactivation
)Press button Aagain for more than
two seconds.
A confirmation message appears on themultifunction screen, accompanied by an
audible signal.
To lock or unlock the doors mechanicall
y in the event of a central locking system failure or flatbattery.
Emergency control


Locking the driver’s door
)
Inser t the key in the lock, then turn it to theleft.


Unlocking the driver’s door
)
Inser t the key in the lock, then turn it to the
right.

Locking the passenger’s door
)Remove the black cap, on the edge of the
door, using the key. )Inser t the key in the cavity, then turn it fully. )Remove the key and refit the cap.



Unlocking the passenger’s door
)Pull the interior door opening control.
In the event of a fault with the central locking system, you must disconnectthe battery to lock the boot and so ensure the complete locking of the vehicle.

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Access











Boot


Opening
)After unlocking the vehicle using theremote control or the key, pull the handleand raise the tailgate.
Closing
)
Lower the tailgate using the interior grab
handle.
If the tail
gate is not closed correctly:
-when the engine is running ,
this warning lamp comes on,
accompanied by a messageon the multifunction screen for a few seconds,
-when the vehicle is moving (speed above6 mph (10 km/h)), this warning lamp comes
on, accompanied by an audible signal and
a message on the multifunction screen for a few seconds.
System for mechanical unlocking of the boot
in the event of a battery or central lockingmalfunction.
Tailgate release

Unlocking
)
Fold back the rear benchseat to gainaccess to the lock from inside the boot.)
Insert a small screwdriver into hole Aof thelock to unlock the tailgate.

Fuel tank Fuel tank capacity: approximately 50 litres (petrol) or 46 litres (Diesel); (Depending on version: approximately 30 litres (petrol or Diesel)).
Low fuel level
Fillin
g
A label affixed to the inside of the flap remindsyou of the type of fuel to be used depending onyour engine.
Additions of fuel must be of at least 5 litres, in
order to be re
gistered by the fuel gauge.
The key cannot be removed from the lock until the cap is refitted. Opening the filler cap may create a noise caused by an inrush of air. This vacuum is entirely normal, resultingfrom the sealing of the fuel system. To
fill the tank safely: )the engine must be switched off,)
open the fuel filler flap,)
inser t the key in the cap, then turn it to
the left,
)remove the cap and hook it onto the clip
located on the inside of the flap, )fill the tank, but do not continue after the
3rd cut- off of the pump
; this could cause
malfunctions.
When
you have filled the tank:)put the cap back in place,)turn the key to the right, then remove it from the cap,)close the flap. Wh
en the fuel tank minimum level is reached this warning lamp comes on
on the instrument panel. When it
firstcomes on there remains approximately 5 litres
of fuel in the tank.
You must refuel as soon as possible to avoid running out of fuel.
If you run out of fuel (Diesel), refer also to the
"Checks" section.
With Stop & Star t, never refuel with the system in STOP mode; you must switch off the ignition with the key.

A.Courtesy lampB.Map reading lamps











Courtesy lamp
In this position, the cour tesy lamp comes on gradually:


Courtesy lamp



- when the vehicle is unlocked,

- when the key is removed from the ignition,

- when a door is opened,

- when the remote control locking button is
activated, in order to locate your vehicle.
It switches off
gradually:


- when the vehicle is locked,

- when the ignition is switched on,

- 30 seconds after the last door is closed.
Permanentl
y off.
Permanent li
ghting.
With the "permanent lighting" mode, theduration of lighting varies, depending on the circumstances: - with the ignition off, approximatelyten minutes,- in energy economy mode, approximately thirty seconds,- with the engine running, unlimited.



Map reading lamps
)With the ignition on, press thecorresponding switch.

Braking assistance systems
Group of supplementary systems which helpyou to obtain optimum braking in complete safety in emergency situations:
- anti-lock braking system (ABS),
- electronic brake force distribution (EBFD),
- emergency braking assistance (EBA).

Anti-lock braking system
and electronic brake force
distribution
Linked systems which improve the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking,
in par ticular on poor or slippery surfaces.
Activation
The anti-lock braking system comes into
operation automatically when there is a risk of
wheel lock.
Normal operation of the ABS may make itself
felt by slight vibration of the brake pedal.
When braking in an emergency, pressvery firmly without releasing thepressure.


Operating fault
If this warning lamp comes on,
together with the STOPand ABSwarning lamps, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message in the screen, it
indicates a malfunction of the electronic brake force distribution which could result in loss of control of the vehicle when braking.You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.

When replacing wheels (tyres andrims), ensure that they conform to themanufacturer's recommendations.
If this warnin
g lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signaland a message in the screen,
it indicates a malfunction of the anti-lock
braking system which could result in loss of control of the vehicle when braking.
In either case, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop.

153Safety
The driver must ensure that passengers usethe seat belts correctly and that they are allrestrained securely before setting off.
Wherever you are seated in the vehicle, always fasten your seat belt, even for short journeys. Do not interchange the seat belt buckles asthey will not fulfil their role fully.
The seat belts are fitted with an inertia reel permitting automatic adjustment of the lengthof the strap to your size. The seat belt isstowed automatically when not in use.
Before and after use, ensure that the seatbelt is reeled in correctly.
The lower part of the strap must bepositioned as low as possible on the pelvis.
The upper par t must be positioned in the hollow of the shoulder.
The inertia reels are fitted with an automatic locking device which comes into operation inthe event of a collision, emergency braking or if the vehicle rolls over. You can releasethe device by pulling firmly on the strap and releasing it so that it reels in slightly.

In order to be effective, a seat belt must:


- be tightened as close to the body as possible,


- be pulled in front of you with a smooth movement, checking that it does nottwist,

- be used to restrain only one person,

- not bear any trace of cuts or fraying,

- not be converted or modified to avoidaffecting its per formance.
In accordance with current safety regulations, for all repairs on your vehicle, go to aqualified workshop with the skills and equipment needed, which a CITROËN dealer is able to provide. Have your seat belts checked regularly by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop, particularly if the straps show signs of damage.
Clean the seat belt straps with soapy water or a textile cleaning product, sold by CITROËN dealers.
After folding or moving a seat or rear bench seat, ensure that the seat belt is positioned and reeled in correctly.
Recommendations for children
Use a suitable child seat if the passenger
is less than 12 years old or shor ter thanone and a half metres.Never use the same seat belt to securemore than one person. Never allow a child to travel on your lap.
In the event of an impact
Depending on the nature and seriousness of the impact, the pretensioning device may be deployed before and independently of the airbags. Deployment of the pretensioners is accompanied by a slight discharge of harmless smoke and a noise, due tothe activation of the pyrotechnic car tridgeincorporated in the system.In all cases, the airbag warning lampcomes on.Following an impact, have the seat belts system checked, and if necessary replaced, by a CITROËN dealer or a qualifiedworkshop.