check engine CITROEN DS3 CABRIO 2018 Handbook (in English)

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A = MA X
B = MIN
If you find that the level is above the A mark or
below the B mark, do not star t the engine.
-

I

f the level is above the MAX mark (risk of
damage to the engine), contact the dealer
network or a

qualified workshop.
-

I

f the level is below the MIN mark, you must
top up the engine oil.
Topping up the engine oil level
The location of the oil filler cap is shown in the
corresponding underbonnet layout view. After topping up the oil, the check
per formed by the oil level indicator in
the instrument panel when the ignition
is switched on is not valid during the
30
minutes after topping up.
Engine oil change
In order to maintain the reliability of the engine
and emission control system, never use
additives in the engine oil.
Brake fluid level
The brake fluid level should be close
to the "MA X" mark. If it is not, check
the brake pad wear.
Changing the fl
uid
Refer to the manufacturer's service schedule
for details of the inter val for this operation.
Fluid specification
This fluid must conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Coolant level
Check the coolant level regularly.
It is normal to top up the fluid
between two services.
To ensure that the reading is correct, your
vehicle must be parked on a
level sur face with
the engine cool.
The coolant level should be close to the "MA X"
mark but should never exceed it.
If the level is close to or below the "MIN" mark,
it is essential to top up.
A low coolant level presents a
risk of serious
damage to your engine.
When the engine is warm, the temperature of
the coolant is regulated by the fan.
F

U

nscrew the oil filler cap to access the filler
opening.
F

A

dd oil in small quantities, avoiding any
spills on engine components (risk of fire).
F

W

ait a

few minutes before checking the
level again using the dipstick.
F

A

dd more oil if necessary.
F

A

fter checking the level, carefully refit the oil
filler cap and the dipstick in its tube.
Oil grade
Before topping up the oil or changing the oil,
check that the oil is the correct grade for your
engine and conforms to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
In addition, with the engine hot and as the
cooling system is pressurised, wait at least
one hour after switching off the engine before
carrying out any work.
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The cooling fan may star t after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles and clothing that might be
caught by the fan blades.
Fluid specification
The fluid must conform to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
Screenwash fluid level
Top up to the required level when
necessary.
Fluid specification
The screenwash fluid must be topped up with
a ready for use mix.
In winter (temperatures below zero), a fluid with
antifreeze must be used that is appropriate for
the prevailing conditions, in order to preser ve
the elements of the system (pump, tank, ducts,
e t c .) . To avoid the risk of scalding when you need to
top up in an emergency, place a cloth around
the cap and unscrew the cap by two turns to
allow the pressure to drop.
Once the pressure has dropped, remove the
cap and top up the level.
Diesel fuel additive level
(Diesel with particle filter)
The additive tank minimum level is
indicated by fixed illumination of this
warning lamp, accompanied by an
audible signal and a
message that
the particle filter additive level is
too low.
Topping up
This additive must be topped up without
delay by a member of the dealer network or
a


qualified workshop.
AdBlue level
An alert is triggered once the reser ve level is
reached.
To avoid the vehicle being immobilised as per
regulations, you must top up with AdBlue.
For more information on AdBlue
® and the SCR
system, and in particular topping it up, refer to
the corresponding section.
Checks
Unless otherwise indicated, check these
components in accordance with the
manufacturer's service schedule and according
to your engine.
Otherwise, have them checked by the dealer
network or a
qualified workshop.
12 V battery
The battery does not require any
maintenance.
However, check regularly that the
terminals are correctly tightened and
that the connections are clean.
Versions equipped with Stop & Start are
fitted with a
12 V lead-acid battery of
specific technology and specification.
Its replacement should be carried out
only in the dealer network or a
qualified
workshop.
When carrying out any operation on the 12
V
battery, refer to the corresponding section for
details of the precautions to be taken before
starting work.
Filling with pure water is prohibited under all
circumstances (risk of freezing, limestone
deposits, etc.).
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Air filter
Depending on the environment
(e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving),
replace it twice as often if
necessary.
Passenger compartment filter
Depending on the environment
(e.g. dusty atmosphere) and the
use of the vehicle (e.g. city driving),
replace it twice as often if
necessary.
A clogged passenger compartment
filter may have an adverse effect on
the per formance of the air conditioning
system and generate undesirable odours.
Oil filter
Replace the oil filter each time the
engine oil is changed.
Particle filter (Diesel)
The start of saturation of the particle
filter is indicated by the temporary
illumination of this warning lamp
accompanied by the display of
a


message.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a
speed of at
least 40

mph (60 km/h) until the warning lamp
goes off.
If the warning lamp stays on, this indicates
a

low Diesel additive level.
For more information on Checking levels ,
refer to the corresponding section.
On a

new vehicle, the first particle
filter regeneration operations may be
accompanied by a "burning" smell, which
is per fectly normal.
Following prolonged operation of the
vehicle at very low speed or at idle,
you may, in exceptional circumstances,
notice the emission of water vapour at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does not
affect the behaviour of the vehicle or the
environment.
Manual gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Electronic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox does not require any
maintenance (no oil change).
Parking brake
If excessive travel or a loss of
e ffectiveness of this system is
noticed, the parking brake must
be checked, even between two
services.
This system must be checked in the dealer
network or by a
qualified workshop.
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Brake pads
Brake wear depends on the style
of driving, particularly in the case
of vehicles used in town, over short
distances. It may be necessary to
have the condition of the brakes
checked, even between vehicle
services.
Unless there is a
leak in the circuit, a drop in
the brake fluid level indicates that the brake
pads are worn.
Brake disc/drum wear
For information on checking brake
disc wear, contact the dealer
network or a
qualified workshop. Only use products recommended by
DS
AUTOMOBILES or products of
equivalent quality and specification.
In order to optimise the operation of
components as important as those in
the braking system, DS AUTOMOBILES
selects and offers very specific products.
After washing the vehicle, dampness, or
in wintry conditions, ice can form on the
brake discs and pads: braking efficiency
may be reduced. Make light brake
applications to dry and defrost the brakes.
AdBlue® (BlueHDi
engines)
To respect the environment and ensure
compliance with the Euro 6
standard,
without adversely affecting the performance
or fuel consumption of diesel engines,
DS
AUTOMOBILES has taken the decision to
equip its vehicles with a
system that combines
SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) with
a
diesel particle filter (DPF) for the treatment of
exhaust gases.
SCR system
Using a liquid called AdBlue® that contains
urea, a catalytic converter turns up to 85% of
the oxides of nitrogen (NOx) into nitrogen and
water, which are harmless to health and the
environment.
During each scheduled ser vice of your vehicle
in the dealer network or a

qualified workshop,
the AdBlue
® tank is refilled in order to allow
normal operation of the SCR system.
If the estimated distance travelled between
two ser vices is greater than 12,500
miles
(20,000

km), it will be necessary to top up the
AdBlue
®.
The AdBlue
® is contained in a special tank
w
ith a
capacity of around 17 litres: its capacity
offers a

driving range of around 12,500 miles
(20,000

km) before triggering an alert system
that warns you when you can drive for a
further
1,500

miles (2,400 km).
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Bottles or containers are available from the
dealer network or a qualified workshop.
Never top up from an AdBlue
® dispenser
reserved for heavy goods vehicles.
Recommendations on storage
AdBlue® freezes below around -11°C and
deteriorates above 25°C. It is recommended
that bottles or containers be stored in a
cool
place and protected from direct sunlight.
Under these conditions, the fluid can be kept
for at least a
year.
If the fluid has frozen, it can be used once
it has completely thawed out at ambient
temperature.
Never store bottles or containers of
AdBlue
® in your vehicle.
Do not dispose of AdBlue
® bottles or
containers in the household waste.
Place them in a

container provided for
this purpose or take them to your dealer.
Procedure
Before topping up, ensure that the vehicle is
parked on a flat and level sur face.
In wintry conditions, ensure that the
temperature of the vehicle is above -11°C.
Otherwise the AdBlue
® may be frozen and
so cannot be poured into its tank. Park your
vehicle in a

warmer area for a few hours to
allow the top up to be carried out.
F

S

witch off the ignition and remove the key.
F

W

ithout pressing, turn the black cap
a

quarter turn anti-clockwise and lift it off. F

T
urn the blue cap a 6
th of a turn anti-
c
lockwise.
F

L

ift off the cap.
Important : if your vehicle's AdBlue
®
tank is completely empty – which is
confirmed by the alert messages and the
impossibility of starting the engine – you
must add at least 4

litres.
F

F

or access to the AdBlue
® tank, raise the
boot carpet then, depending on equipment,
lift out the spare wheel and/or the storage
box. F

O
btain a bottle or container of AdBlue
®.
After first checking the use-by date, read
carefully the instructions on use on the label
before pouring the contents of the bottle or
container into your vehicle's AdBlue
® tank.
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Access to the battery
The battery is located under the bonnet.
To access it:
F
o
pen the bonnet using the interior release
lever, then the exterior safety catch,
F

s
ecure the bonnet stay,
F

l
ift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal.The battery (-) terminal is not accessible.
A remote earth point is located on the
front left-hand wheel arch.
Starting using another battery
When your vehicle's battery is discharged, the
engine can be started using a backup battery
(external or from another vehicle) and jump
leads or a
battery booster. Never try to start the engine by connecting
a
battery charger.
Never use a 24 V or higher battery
b o o s t e r.
Check beforehand that the backup
battery has a nominal voltage of 12 V and
a capacity at least equal to that of the
discharged battery.
The two vehicles must not be in contact
with each other.
Switch off all the electrical consumers
on both vehicles (audio system, wipers,
lighting, etc.).
Make sure that the jump leads are not
close to moving parts of the engine (fan,
belts, etc.).
Do not disconnect the (+) terminal while
the engine is running. F
C
onnect the red cable to the positive
terminal (+) of flat battery A (at the metal
elbow) then to the positive terminal (+) of
backup battery B or the booster.
F
C
onnect one end of the green or black
cable to the negative terminal (-) of backup
battery B or the booster (or an earth point
on the other vehicle).
F
C
onnect the other end of the green or black
cable to earth point C on the broken down
vehicle.
F
L
ift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if
your vehicle has one. F

S
tart the engine of the vehicle with the
good battery and leave it running for a few
minutes.
F
O
perate the starter on the broken down
vehicle and let the engine turn.
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch off the ignition and wait a few moments
before trying again.
F
W
ait for it to return to idle.
F
D
isconnect the jump lead cables in reverse
o r d e r.
F
R
efit the plastic cover to the (+) terminal, if
your vehicle has one.
F
A
llow the engine to run for at least
30 minutes, by driving or with the vehicle
stationary, so that the battery reaches an
adequate state of charge.
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Charging the battery using
a

battery charger
For optimum ser vice life of the battery, it is
essential to maintain an adequate state of
charge.
In some circumstances it may be necessary to
charge the battery:
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i
f you use your vehicle mostly for short
journeys,
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i
f the vehicle is to be taken off the road for
several weeks.
Contact the dealer network or a
qualified
workshop.
If you plan to charge your vehicle's battery
yourself, use only a
charger compatible
with lead-acid batteries of a
nominal
voltage of 12
V.
Follow the instructions provided by the
manufacturer of the charger.
Never reverse polarities. It is not necessary to disconnect the
battery.
Never try to charge a frozen battery – Risk
of explosion!
If the battery has frozen, have it checked
in the dealer network or by a
qualified
workshop who will check that the internal
components have not been damaged and
that the container has not cracked, which
would mean a
risk of toxic and corrosive
acid leaking.
Disconnecting the battery
Some functions, including Stop & Start,
are not available if the battery is not
sufficiently charged.
F

S
witch off the ignition.
F

S
witch off all electrical consumers (audio
system, lighting, wipers,etc.).
F

S
witch off the charger B before connecting
the cables to the battery, so as to avoid any
dangerous sparks.
F

E
nsure that the charger cables are in good
condition.
F

C
onnect the charger B cables as follows:
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t
he positive (+) red cable to the (+)
terminal of the battery A ,
-

t
he negative (-) black cable to the earth
point C on the vehicle.
F

A
t the end of the charging operation, switch
off the charger B before disconnecting the
cables from the battery A . If this label is present, it is essential to
use only a
12 V charger to avoid causing
irreversible damage to the electrical
components related to the Stop & Start
system.
In order to maintain an adequate state
of charge for starting the engine, it is
recommended that the battery be disconnected
if the vehicle is taken out of ser vice for a
long
period.
Before disconnecting the battery:
F

c
lose all openings (doors, boot, windows,
roof (for Cabrio versions)),
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Settings
QUESTIONRESPONSESOLUTION
When changing the setting of treble and bass,
the equalizer setting is deselected.
When changing the equalizer setting, the treble
and bass settings are reset. The selection of an equalizer setting imposes
the treble and bass settings.
Modifying one without the other is not possible.
Modify the treble and bass or equalizer settings
to obtain the desired musical ambience.
When changing the balance setting,
distribution is deselected.
When changing the distribution setting, the
balance setting is deselected. Choosing a
distribution setting imposes
a


balance setting.
Modifying one without the other is not possible. Modify the balance setting or the distribution
setting to obtain the desired sound quality.
When the "All passengers" mode is selected,
the distribution is not as expected. The choice of an "All passengers" distribution
setting can be programmed.Modify the distribution setting using the slider
on the touch screen.
There is a
difference in sound quality between
the different audio sources. To allow for optimal listening quality, the audio
settings (Volume, Bass, Treble, Ambience,
Loudness) can be tailored to different
sound sources, which can generate audible
differences when changing source.Check that the audio settings (Volume, Bass,
Treble, Ambience, Loudness) are adapted to
the sources listened to. It is advisable to set
the audio functions (Bass, Treble, Balance) to
the middle position, select the " None" musical
ambience and set the loudness correction to
the "Inactive" position in radio mode.
When the engine is off, the system stops after
several minutes of use. When the engine is switched off, the system's
operating time depends on the state of charge
of the battery.
In normal off state, the system automatically
goes into energy economy mode to maintain an
adequate charge in the battery.Turn the ignition on to increase the charge of
the battery.
7-inch touch screen tablet

9
QUESTIONRESPONSESOLUTION
With the engine off, the audio system switches
off after a
few minutes of use. When the engine is switched off, the audio
system operating time depends on the state of
charge of the battery.
The switch-off is normal: the audio system
switches to economy mode and switches off to
prevent discharging the vehicle's battery. Start the vehicle's engine to increase the
battery charge.
The message "the audio system is overheated"
appears on the display. In order to protect the installation if the
surrounding temperature is too high, the audio
system switches to an automatic thermal
protection mode leading to a
reduction in
volume or the CD play stopping. Switch the audio system off for a
few minutes
to allow the system to cool.
Radio
QUESTION RESPONSESOLUTION
There is a difference in sound quality between
the different audio sources (radio, CD, etc.). To allow for optimal listening quality, the audio
settings (Volume, Bass, Treble, Ambience,
Loudness) can be tailored to different
sound sources, which can generate audible
differences when changing source (radio, CD,
e t c .) .Check that the audio settings (volume, bass,
treble, ambience, loudness) are adapted to
the sources listened to. It is advisable to set
the audio functions (Bass, Treble, Front-Rear
Balance, Left-Right Balance) to the middle
position, select the musical ambience "None"
and set the loudness correction to the "Active"
position in CD mode or to the "Inactive"
position in radio mode.
Audio system

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ABS .....................................................................9 6 -97
Accessories .............................................................. 92
Access to rear seats
.......................................... 63-65
Active City Brake
............................................. 140 -142
AdBlue
® .............................................. 1 9, 28, 159 -161
Additive, diesel ....................................................... 15 8
Adjusting head restraints


......................................... 62
Adjusting seats
....................................... 6

1-62, 64-65
Adjusting the air distribution


.................................... 73
Adjusting the air flow


................................................ 73
Adjusting the date


................................... 31- 3 4 , 4 0 - 41
Adjusting the height and reach of the steering wheel


................................................. 67
Adjusting the temperature
.................................. 7

2-75
Adjusting the time
................................... 3

1- 3 4 , 4 0 - 41
Advice on care and maintenance


.........................162
Advice on driving


............................................. 11 6 -117
Airbags ...................................................... 17, 101, 10 6
Airbags, curtain


............................................... 102-103
Airbags, front


.......................................... 101-103, 10 6
Airbags, lateral


................................................ 102-103
Air conditioning, automatic
.......................... 70

, 72-75
Air conditioning, manual


............................... 7 0 -71, 74
Air intake


.............................................................. 72-75
Air vents


.............................................................. 68-69
Alarm ................................................................... 46 - 47
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
........................96 -97
Anti-pinch


........................................................... 47- 4 8
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)


.................................. 96 -97
Apple CarPlay connection


....................................... 13
Armrest, front
........................................................... 79
Assistance call
................................................... 93

-96
Assistance, emergency braking ........................96 -97
Audio streaming (Bluetooth)


...........................1 0 -11, 6
A
Battery ..................................................... 1 5 7, 1 8 8 -1 9 1
Battery, charging ............................................ 1
8 9 -19 0Battery, remote control


......................................
44-45
Black panel

...............................................................
31
BlueHDi

...................................................
28, 159, 165
Bluetooth (hands-free)

................................
14 -16 , 6 - 8
Bluetooth (telephone)

.........................................
14 -16
Bonnet

............................................................
15 3 -15 4
Boot

.....................................................................
57- 5 8
Brake discs

.....................................................
15 8 -159
Brake lamps ..................................................... 176 -179
Brakes

.......................................................
14, 15 8 -159
Bulbs (changing)

.....................................
174, 176 -179
Cable, audio
............................................................. 10
C
able, Jack

...............................................................
10
Capacity, fuel tank

.................................................
148
Cartridge, fragrance

................................................
76
CD

........................................................................\
.......
5
CD, MP3

.................................................................
5-6
Central locking

...................................................
43, 49
Changing a

bulb
......................................
17
4, 176 -179
Changing a

fuse
......................
18
1-183, 185 -18 6, 188
Changing a

wheel
..................................
1
6 9 -170, 173
Changing a

wiper blade

...................................
9 0, 15 3
Changing the remote control battery
...................... 44
C
hecking the engine oil level
.............................
2
7-2 8
Checking the levels

........................................
15 5 -157
Checking tyre pressures (using the kit) ...165 -166, 168
Checks
..................................................... 15 4, 157-159
Checks, routine


............................................... 157-159
Child lock


........................................................ 11 0 , 113
Children


........................................................... 11 0 -113
Child seats

...................... 10

0, 104 -105, 109 -110, 114
Child seats, conventional
...................................... 10

9
Child seats, ISOFIX

......................................... 111 -113
Cleaning (advice)


................................................... 162
Closing the boot

........................................... 4

3 , 57- 5 8
Closing the doors
............................................... 4

3, 49
Configuration, vehicle


...................... 31-34, 36, 40 - 41 Connection, Bluetooth
........................................
1
4 -16
Connection, MirrorLink

............................................
12
Control, electric windows
.................................. 4
7- 4 8
Control, emergency boot release

.....................
5 7, 5 9
Control, emergency door

...................................
5 0 - 51
Control, heated seats

........................................
62- 63
Control stalk, lighting
................................... 2
2-23, 84
Control stalk, wipers
..........................................
8
8-89
Courtesy lamp
..................................................
7
7, 1 8 0
Cruise control

.................................................
13 8 -14 0
Cup holder ................................................................
78
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) – Digital radio

.....
9
Date (setting)

...........................................
31- 3 4 , 4 0 - 41
Daytime running lamps, LED

..........................
87, 176
Deactivating the passenger airbag
....... 10
1-102, 10 6
Deadlocking

.......................................................
43-44
Defrosting
........................................................... 71
, 75
Demisting

.............................................................
71-75
Dials and gauges
.................................................. 9
-12
Dimensions
............................................................. 19
9
Dipstick
................................................ 2
7-28, 15 5 -15 6
Direction indicators
............................ 2
2 , 8 6 , 176 -179
Display screen, instrument panel

...............
9 -12, 13 0
Display screen, multifunction (with audio system) ...............................31- 3 4 , 4 0 - 41
Door pockets ............................................................ 78
Doors


........................................................................\
49
Dynamic stability control (DSC)


........................96 -97
B C
DEconomy mode ...................................................... 15 3
Electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) ....... 9
6 -97
Emergency braking assistance (EBA)
.............. 9

6 -97
Emergency call ................................................... 93-96
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