CITROEN DS3 2018 Handbook (in English)

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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
AdBlue
®
(BlueHDi Diesel)Fixed, on switching
on the ignition,
accompanied by an
audible signal and
a
message indicating the
remaining driving range.The remaining driving range is
between 370 miles and 1,500 miles
(600
km and 2,400 km). Have the AdBlue® tank topped up as soon as
possible: go to a

member of the dealer network or
a

qualified workshop, or carry out this operation
yourself.
+
Flashing, associated with
the SERVICE warning
light, accompanied by
an audible signal and
a message indicating the
remaining driving range.The remaining driving range is
between 0 and 370 miles
(0
and 600 km). You must top up the AdBlue® tank to avoid
a
breakdown : go to a

member of the dealer network
or a

qualified workshop, or carry out this operation
yourself.
Flashing, associated with
the SERVICE warning
lamp, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a
message
indicating that starting is
prevented.The AdBlue® tank is empty: the
starting inhibition system required
by legislation prevents starting of the
engine. To be able to start the engine, you must top up the
AdBlue® tank: go to the dealer network or a qualified
w
orkshop, or carry out this operation yourself.
It is essential to add at least 4
litres of AdBlue
® to the
corresponding tank.
For topping up or for more information
on AdBlue
®, refer to the corresponding
section.
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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
+
+ SCR emissions
control system
(BlueHDi Diesel)
Fixed, on switching
on the ignition,
associated with the
SERVICE and engine
diagnostic warning
lamps, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a
message.A fault with the SCR emissions
control system has been detected.
This alert disappears once the exhaust emissions
return to normal levels.
Flashing, on switching
on the ignition,
associated with the
SERVICE and engine
diagnostic warning
lamps, accompanied by
an audible signal and
a


message indicating
the remaining driving
range.After confirmation of the fault with
the emissions control system,
you can continue driving for up to
685
miles (1,100 km) before the
engine start inhibition system is
triggered. To avoid a
breakdown, contact the dealer network
or a qualified workshop without delay.
Flashing, on switching
on the ignition,
associated with the
SERVICE and engine
diagnostic warning
lamps, accompanied
by an audible signal
and a

message. You have exceeded the authorised
driving limit following confirmation
of a
fault with the emissions control
system: the engine start inhibition
system prevents starting of the
engine. To be able to restart the engine, you must
call on the
dealer network or a
qualified workshop.
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Rear foglampsFixed. The rear foglamps are on. Turn the ring on the stalk rear ward to switch off the
rear foglamps.
Diesel engine
pre-heating Fixed.
The key is at position 2
(ignition on)
in the ignition switch. Wait until the warning lamp goes off before starting.
The period of illumination of the warning lamp is
determined by the climatic conditions (up to about
thirty seconds in extreme conditions).
If the engine does not start, switch the ignition off and
then on, wait until the warning lamp goes off again,
then start the engine.
Foot on brake Fixed. The brake pedal must be pressed. With an electronic gearbox, selector in position N ,
press the brake pedal to start the engine.
With an automatic gearbox, with the engine running,
press the brake pedal before releasing the parking
brake to unlock the lever and come out of position P .
If you wish to release the parking brake without
pressing the brake pedal, this warning lamp will
remain on.
Flashing. With an electronic gearbox, if you
hold the vehicle on an incline using
the accelerator for too long, the
clutch overheats. Use the brake pedal and/or the parking brake.
Warning/indicator lamp
StateCause Action/Observations
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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
Passenger's
airbag system Fixed.
The control switch, located in
the glove box, is set to the " OFF"
position.
The passenger's front airbag is
deactivated.
You can install a "rearward" facing
child seat, unless there is a
fault with
the airbags (airbag warning lamp on). To activate the passenger front airbag, turn the
control to the "
ON" position.
In this case, do not fit a
child seat in the "rear ward"
facing position.
Stop & Star t Fixed.
When the vehicle stops (red lights, traffic
jams, etc.) the Stop & Start system puts
the engine into STOP mode.The warning lamp goes off and the engine restarts
automatically in START mode, as soon as you want
to move off.
Flashes for a

few
seconds, then goes
of f. STOP mode is temporarily
unavailable.
or
START mode is triggered
automatically. For more information on Stop & Star t
, refer to the
corresponding section.
Left-hand
direction
indicator Flashing with audible
signal.
The lighting control stalk has been
moved down.
Right-hand
direction
indicator Flashing with audible
signal.
The lighting control stalk has been
moved up.
Automatic
wiping
Fixed.
The wiper control stalk has been
pushed down. Automatic front wiping is activated.
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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
Hazard warning
lamps Flashing with buzzer. The hazard warning lamps switch,
located on the dashboard, has been
operated. The left-hand and right-hand direction indicators and
their associated indicator lamps flash simultaneously.
Sidelamps Fixed. The lighting control stalk is in the
"Sidelamps" position.
Front foglamps Fixed. The front foglamps are switched on
using the ring on the lighting control
stalk. Turn the ring on the lighting control stalk rear ward
twice to switch off the front foglamps.
Dipped beam
headlamps Fixed.
The lighting control stalk is in the
"Dipped beam headlamps" position.
Main beam
headlamps Fixed.
The lighting control stalk has been
pulled towards you. Pull the lighting control stalk to return to dipped beam
headlamps.
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Indicators
Coolant temperature indicator
To top up the coolant:
F w ait for the engine to cool,
F

u
nscrew the cap by two turns to allow the
pressure to drop,
F

w
hen the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap,
F

t
op up the coolant to the "MA X" mark.
With the engine running, when the needle is:
-

i

n zone A , the temperature is correct,
-

i

n zone B , the temperature is too high; the
maximum temperature 1

and the central
STOP warning lamps light up in red,
accompanied by an audible signal and
a

message in the multifunction screen.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
Wait a

few minutes before switching off the
engine.
Contact the dealer network or a

qualified
workshop.
After driving for a

few minutes, the temperature
and pressure in the cooling system increase.
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Service indicator
Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
Service spanner Fixed, temporary
when the ignition is
switched on. Between 1,860
miles (3,000 km) and
620
miles (1,000 km) remain before
the next ser vice is due. The ser vice indicator is displayed for a
few seconds
in the instrument panel. Depending on the version:
-

t
he distance recorder displays a line showing the
distance remaining (in kilometres or miles) before
the next ser vice is due.
-

a
n alert indicates the distance remaining (in
kilometres or miles) as well as the period before
the next ser vice is due.
The service spanner disappears after a


few seconds.
The alert may be triggered close to the due date.
Fixed, when the
ignition is switched
on. Less than 620
miles (1,000 km)
remain before the next ser vice is
due. The ser vice indicator is displayed for a
few seconds
in the instrument panel. Depending on the version:
-

t
he distance recorder display line indicates the
distance remaining before the next ser vice is due.
-

a
n alert message indicates the distance remaining
as well as the period before the next ser vice is
due.
The ser vice spanner remains on to show that
a
ser vice is required very soon.
The alert may be triggered close to the due date.
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Warning/indicator lampStateCause Action/Observations
Service spanner Flashing then fixed,
when the ignition is
switched on. Service is overdue.
The ser vice indicator is displayed for a
few seconds
in the instrument panel. Depending on the version:
-

t
he total distance recorder displays a line showing
the distance travelled since ser vice was due. The
value is preceded by the "-" sign.
-

a
n alert message indicates that ser vice is
overdue.
The ser vice spanner remains on until the ser vice has
been performed.
The alert is triggered when the due date has passed.
+ Flashing then fixed,
when the ignition
is switched on,
associated with the
Ser vice warning
lamp.Ser vice is overdue for diesel
BlueHDi versions.
The ser vice indicator is displayed for a
few seconds
in the instrument panel. Depending on the version:
-

t
he total distance recorder displays a line showing
the distance travelled since ser vice was due. The
value is preceded by the "-" sign.
-

a
n alert message indicates that ser vice is
overdue.
The ser vice spanner remains on until the ser vice has
been performed.
The alert is triggered when the due date has passed.
The distance indicated (in kilometres
or miles) is calculated according to the
mileage covered and the time elapsed
since the last ser vice.
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Resetting the service indicator
After each service, the service indicator must
be reset to zero.
The procedure for resetting to zero is as
follows:
F
S
witch off the ignition.
F

P
ress and hold the trip distance recorder
reset button.
F

S
witch on the ignition; the distance recorder
display begins a


countdown.
F

W
hen the display indicates "=0", release the
button; the spanner disappears.
Following this step, if you wish to
disconnect the battery, lock the vehicle
and wait at least five minutes for the reset
to be taken into account.
Retrieving the service information
You can access the ser vice information at any
time.
F
P
ress the trip distance recorder reset
button. The ser vice information is displayed
for a
few seconds, then disappears.
Engine oil level indicator
Oil level correct
Low oil level
(Depending on version) The level read will only be correct if the
vehicle is on level ground and the engine
has been off for more than 30
minutes.
It is indicated by "OIL" flashing, accompanied
by the Ser vice warning lamp lighting up, an
audible signal and a

message.
If the low oil level is confirmed by a
check using
the dipstick, the level must be topped up to
avoid damage to the engine.
For more information on Checking levels ,
refer to the corresponding section.
On versions fitted with an electric oil level
indicator, the state of the engine oil level is
displayed in the instrument panel for a
few
seconds after switching the ignition on, after
the servicing information.
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AdBlue® range indicators
These range indicators are present only on
BlueHDi Diesel versions.
Once the AdBlue
® tank is on reser ve or after
detection of a

fault with the SCR emissions
control system, when the ignition is switched
on, an indicator displays an estimate of the
distance that can be covered, the range, before
engine starting is prevented.
In the event of the risk of non-
starting related to a lack of AdBlue®
The engine start prevention system
required by regulations is activated
automatically once the AdBlue
® tank is
e m pt y.
Range greater than 1,500

miles (2,400 km)
When switching on the ignition, there is no
automatic display of range in the instrument
panel.
Range between 1,500

miles and 370 miles
(2,400

and 600

km) Go to a
member of the dealer network or
a qualified workshop to have the AdBlue
®
topped up.
You can also top up the tank yourself.
Range below 370

miles (600

km)Oil level indicator fault
It is indicated by " OIL- -" flashing.
Contact the dealer network or a qualified
workshop.
In the event of a
fault with the electric indicator,
the oil level is no longer monitored.
If the system is faulty, you must check the
engine oil level using the manual dipstick
located under the bonnet.
For more information on Checking levels ,
refer to the corresponding section.
When driving, this message is displayed every
30
seconds until the AdBlue level has been
topped up.
Go to a
member of the dealer network or
a
qualified workshop to have the AdBlue
®
topped up.
You can also top up the tank yourself.
Other wise you will not be able to restart the
vehicle.
When switching on the ignition, this warning
lamp comes on, accompanied by an audible
signal and the display of a

message (e.g. "Top
up emissions additive: Starting prevented in
900


miles") indicating the remaining range
expressed in miles or kilometres.
When driving, the message is displayed every
185

miles (300

km) until the level is topped up. When switching on the ignition, this warning
lamp flashes and the Service warning lamp
comes on, accompanied by an audible signal
and the display of a

message (e.g. "Top up
emissions additive: Starting prevented in
350


miles") indicating the remaining range
expressed in miles or kilometres.
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