charging CITROEN DS3 CROSSBACK 2019 User Guide

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Lateral airbags

In the event of a serious side impact, this system
protects the driver and front passenger to
mitigate the risk of injury to the chest between
the hip and the shoulder.
At the front, each lateral airbag is fitted in the
seat backrest frame, door side. At the rear, each
lateral airbag is fitted in the rear pillar.
Deployment
The lateral airbags are deployed on one side in
the event of a serious side impact applied to all or
part of the side impact zone B.
The lateral airbag inflates between the hip
and shoulder of the vehicle's occupant and the
corresponding door panel.
Curtain airbags
System contributing towards greater protection
for the driver and passengers (with the exception
of the rear centre passenger) in the event of a
serious side impact in order to limit the risk of
injury to the side of the head.
Each curtain airbag is built into the pillars and the
upper passenger compartment area.
Deployment
It deploys simultaneously with the corresponding
lateral airbag in the event of a serious side impact
applied to all or part of the side impact zone B.
The curtain airbag inflates between the front
and rear occupants of the vehicle and the
corresponding windows.
Malfunction
If this warning lamp comes on in the
instrument panel, you must contact a
dealer or a qualified workshop to have the system
checked.
The airbags may not be deployed in the event of a
serious impact.
In the event of a minor impact or bump at
the side of the vehicle or if the vehicle
rolls over, the airbags may not be deployed.
In the event of a rear or front collision, none of
the lateral airbags are deployed.
Advice
For the airbags to be fully effective,
observe the safety recommendations
below.
Adopt a normal upright sitting position.
Fasten the seat belt ensuring it is correctly
positioned and adjusted.
Do not leave anything between the occupants
and the airbags (a child, pet, object, etc.), nor
fix or attach anything close to or in the way of
the airbag release trajectory; this could cause
injuries during their deployment.
Never modify the original definition of your
vehicle, particularly in the area directly around
the airbags.
After an accident or if the vehicle has been
stolen, have the airbag systems checked.
All work on the airbag systems must only be
carried out by a dealer or a qualified workshop.
Even if all of the precautions mentioned are
observed, a risk of injury or of minor burns to
the head, chest or arms cannot be ruled out
when an airbag is deployed. The airbag inflates
almost instantly (within a few milliseconds)
then deflates within the same time
discharging the hot gas via openings provided
for this purpose.
Front airbags
Do not drive holding the steering wheel by
its spokes or resting your hands on the centre
part of the wheel.

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Driving recommendations
► Observe the driving regulations and remain
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
►  Monitor your environment and keep your
hands on the wheel to be able to react to anything
that may happen any time.
►  Drive smoothly, anticipate the need for braking
and maintain a longer safety distance, especially
in bad weather.
►  Stop the vehicle to carry out operations that
require close attention (such as adjustments).
►  During long trips, take a break every two
hours.
Important!
Never leave the engine running in a closed
space without sufficient ventilation.
Internal combustion engines emit toxic
exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.
Danger of poisoning and death!
In severe wintry conditions (temperature
below -23°C), let the engine run for 4
minutes before moving off, to ensure the
correct operation and durability of the
mechanical components of your vehicle
(engine and gearbox).
Never drive with the parking brake
applied. Risk of overheating and damage
to the braking system!
Do not park the vehicle or leave the engine
running on a flammable surface (dry
grass, dead leaves, etc.). The exhaust system
of your vehicle is very hot, even several
minutes after the engine stops. Risk of fire!
Never leave a vehicle unattended with the
engine running. If you have to leave your
vehicle with the engine running, apply the
parking brake and put the gearbox into neutral
or position N or P (depending on the type of
gearbox).
Never leave children inside the vehicle
unsupervised.
On flooded roads
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
roads, as this could cause serious damage to the
engine or gearbox, as well as to the electrical
systems of your vehicle.


If you are obliged to drive on a flooded road:
►  check that the depth of water does not exceed
15 cm, taking account of waves that might be
generated by other users,
►  deactivate the Stop & Start function,
►  drive as slowly as possible without stalling. In
all cases, do not exceed 6 mph (10 km/h),
►  do not stop and do not switch off the engine.
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety
conditions allow, make several light brake
applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
If in doubt about the state of your vehicle, contact
a dealer or a qualified workshop.
Noise (Electric)
On the outside
Due to the vehicle’s quiet operation when driving,
the driver should pay particular attention.
At speeds of up to 19 mph (30 km/h), the
pedestrian horn warns other road users of the
vehicle’s presence.
Cooling the traction battery
The cooling fan comes on during charging
to cool the on-board charger and the traction
battery.
On the inside
During use, you may hear certain perfectly normal
noises specific to electric vehicles, such as:
–

Traction ba
ttery relay when starting.
–

V
acuum pump when braking.
–

V
ehicle tyres or aerodynamics when driving.
– Jolting and knocking noise during hill starts.
Towing
Driving with a trailer places greater
demands on the towing vehicle and
particular care must be taken.
Do not exceed the maximum towable
weights.
At altitude: reduce the maximum load by 10%
per 1,000 metres of altitude; the lower air
density at high altitudes decreases engine
performance.
New vehicle: do not tow a trailer until the
vehicle has driven at least 620 miles
(1,000 kilometres).
If the outside temperature is high, let the
engine idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the
vehicle comes to a stop, to help it to cool.
Before setting off
Nose weight
►  Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
heaviest items are as close as possible to the axle
and the nose weight (at the point where it joins
your vehicle) approaches the maximum permitted
without exceeding it.

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► Take care to select the pump that delivers the
correct fuel type for the vehicle's engine (see a
reminder label on the inside of the filler flap).
►  Turn the filler cap to the left.
►  Remove the filler cap and hang it on its carrier
(on the filler flap).
►  Introduce the filler nozzle and push it in as
far as possible before starting to refuel (risk of
blowback).
►  Fill the tank.
Do not continue past the third cut-off of the
nozzle, as this may cause malfunctions.
►  Refit the filler cap.
►  Turn it to the right.
►  Push the filler flap to close it.
If you have put in the wrong fuel for the
vehicle, you must have the fuel tank
drained and filled with the correct fuel before
starting the engine.
The vehicle is fitted with a catalytic converter, a
device which helps to reduce the level of harmful
emissions in the exhaust gases.
For petrol engines, you must use unleaded fuel.
The filler neck is narrower, admitting unleaded
petrol nozzles only.
Misfuel prevention (Diesel)
(Depending on country of sale.)
This mechanical device prevents filling the tank of
a Diesel vehicle with petrol.
Located in the filler neck, the misfuel prevention
device is visible when the filler cap is removed.
Operation

When a petrol filler nozzle is inserted into the
fuel filler neck of a Diesel vehicle, it comes into
contact with the flap. The system remains closed
and prevents filling.
Do not persist but introduce a Diesel type filler
nozzle.
It remains possible to use a fuel jerrycan
to fill the tank.
Travelling abroad
As Diesel fuel pump nozzles may be
different in other countries, the presence
of the misfuel prevention device may make
refuelling impossible.
Before travelling abroad, it is advisable to
check with a dealer if the vehicle is suitable
for the distribution equipment of the countries
visited.
Charging system (Electric)
400 V electrical system
The electrical system, which operates at a voltage
of approximately 400 V, is identified by orange
cables, and its components are marked with this
symbol:


An electric vehicle’s power train can
become hot during use and after
switching off the ignition.
Observe the warning messages shown on
labels, particularly inside the flap.
All work on or modifications to the vehicle’s
electrical system (including the traction
battery, connectors, orange cables and
other components visible from the interior or
exterior) is strictly prohibited - risk of severe
burns or potentially fatal electric shock (short-
circuit / electrocution)!
In the event of a problem, always contact a
dealer or a qualified workshop.


This label is intended solely for use by
firefighters responding to an incident
involving the vehicle and for maintenance
technicians.
Never allow water or dust to enter the
connector or charging nozzle - risk of
electrocution or fire!
Never connect / disconnect the charging
nozzle or cable with wet hands - risk of
electrocution!
In the event of an accident or impact
The electrical system or the traction
battery may be seriously damaged in the event
of an accident or impact involving the vehicle
underbody.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch
off the ignition.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.
In the event of exposure to a fire
Immediately exit and evacuate all
passengers from the vehicle. Never attempt to
fight the fire yourself - risk of electrocution!

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This label is intended solely for use by
firefighters responding to an incident
involving the vehicle and for maintenance
technicians.
Never allow water or dust to enter the
connector or charging nozzle - risk of
electrocution or fire!
Never connect / disconnect the charging
nozzle or cable with wet hands - risk of
electrocution!
In the event of an accident or impact
The electrical system or the traction
battery may be seriously damaged in the event
of an accident or impact involving the vehicle
underbody.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch
off the ignition.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop
without delay.
In the event of exposure to a fire
Immediately exit and evacuate all
passengers from the vehicle. Never attempt to
fight the fire yourself - risk of electrocution!
You must immediately contact the emergency
services, informing them that the incident
involves an electric vehicle.
When washing
Before washing the vehicle, always check
that the charging flap is closed correctly.
Never wash the vehicle while the battery is on
charge.
High-pressure washing
To avoid damaging electrical components,
it is expressly prohibited to use high-pressure
washing to clean the front compartment or the
vehicle underbody.
Do not use a pressure greater than 80 bar
when washing the bodywork.
Traction battery
This battery stores the energy that powers
the electric motor and the thermal comfort
equipment in the passenger compartment. It is
discharged during use, and must therefore be
regularly recharged. There is no need to wait for
the traction battery to fall to its reserve level
before recharging.
Battery life may vary according to the type of
driving, the route, thermal comfort equipment
usage and battery component ageing.
The traction battery ageing process is
influenced by multiple factors, including
climate conditions, the distance travelled and
how often it has been fast-charged.
In the event of damage to the traction
battery
It is strictly prohibited to work on the vehicle
yourself.
Do not touch liquids coming from the battery,
and in the event of skin contact with these
products, wash abundantly with water and
contact a doctor as soon as possible.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop to
have the system checked.
Charging connectors and
indicator lamps


1. Charging connectors
2. Deferred charge activation button

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3.Nozzle locking indicator lamp
Red: nozzle positioned correctly and locked in
the connector.
4. Charging indicator lamp


State of charging
indicator lamp Meaning
Fixed white Welcome lighting
when flap is opened.
Fixed blue Deferred charge.
Flashing green Charging.
Fixed green Charging finished.
Fixed red Malfunction.
In case of impact, even light, against the
charging flap, do not use it.
Do not remove or modify the charging
connector - risk of fire!
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop.
Charging cables
The charging cable supplied with the vehicle is
suitable for electrical systems in the country of
sale. If you travel abroad, refer to the following table to check your charging cable’s compatibility
with local electrical systems.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop for
more information and to obtain suitable charging
cables.
Domestic socket
(Domestic charging - single-phase alternating current (AC))


Mode 2 with a standard socket A: 8 A maximum charging current.


Mode 2 with a Green’Up socket B: 16 A maximum charging current.
Mode 2 (AC) charging cable with built-in control unit


Mode 2 charging cable with built-in
control unit
Avoiding damage to the cable is essential.
In the event of damage, do not use the cable
and contact a dealer or a qualified workshop
for a replacement.
Accelerated charging unit (Wallbox)
(Accelerated charging - single-phase or three- phase alternating current (AC))


Depending on version, in mode 3 with a
Wallbox accelerated charging unit: 32 A maximum charging current.

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Mode 3 (AC) charging cable

Accelerated charging unit (Wallbox)
Do not remove or modify the charging
unit. Risk of electrocution and/or fire!
Refer to the charging unit user manual for
operating instructions.
Public fast charging station
(Fast charging - direct current (DC))


Mode 4 (DC) charging cable
(integrated in the public fast charging station)


Control unit

POWER
Green: electrical connection established;
charging can begin.
CHARGE
Flashing green: charging in progress or
programmed heating activated.
Fixed green: charging complete.
FA U LT Red: anomaly; charging not permitted or must
be stopped immediately. Check that everything
is connected correctly and that the electrical
system is not faulty.
If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact a
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Upon plugging the charging cable into a domestic
socket, all of the indicator lamps come on briefly.
If no indicator lamps come on, check the domestic
socket's circuit-breaker.
–

If the circ
uit breaker has tripped, contact a
professional to check that your electrical system
is suitable and carry out any necessary repairs.
–
If the circ
uit-breaker has not tripped, avoid
using the charging cable and contact a dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Recommendations on the control unit label
1. Refer to the handbook before use.
2. Incorrect use of this charging cable may
result in fire, property damage and serious
injury or death by electrocution!
3. Always use a correctly earthed power socket,
protected by a 30 mA residual current device.

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4.Always use an electrical socket protected
by a circuit-breaker appropriate for the
electrical circuit’s current rating.
5. The weight of the control unit must not be
borne by the electrical socket, plug and
cables.
6. Never use this charging cable if it is defective
or in any way damaged.
7. Never attempt to repair or open this charging
cable. It contains no repairable parts -
replace the charging cable if it is damaged.
8. Never immerse this charging cable in water.
9. Never use this charging cable with an
extension cable, a multi-plug socket,
a conversion adaptor or on a damaged
electrical socket.
10. Do not unplug the plug from the wall as a
means of stopping charging.
11. Do not force the connector if it is locked into
the vehicle.
12. Immediately stop charging, by locking and
then unlocking the vehicle using the remote
control key, if the charging cable or wall
socket feel burning hot to the touch.
13. This charging cable includes components
liable to cause electrical arcing or sparks. Do
not expose to flammable vapours.
14. Only use this charging cable with DS
AUTOMOBILES vehicles.
15. Never plug the cable into the wall socket (or
unplug it) with wet hands.Charging the traction
battery (Electric)
To recharge, connect the vehicle to a domestic
electrical system (for domestic or accelerated
charging) or a fast charging station (for fast
charging).
For a full charge, follow the desired charging
procedure without pausing it, until it ends
automatically. Charging may be performed either
immediately or deferred.
You can stop charging at any time by unlocking
the vehicle and removing the nozzle.
For more information on the charging displays on
the Instrument panel and the Touch screen, refer
to the corresponding section.
Depending on version, the deferred charge
function is configured via either the touch
screen or the MyDS application.
For more information on the deferred charge
function, refer to the corresponding section.
A LED, located below the interior rear view
and visible from outside the vehicle,
flashes in blue for a few minutes to confirm
the start of the charging.
It is also possible to monitor the charging
process using the MyDS application.
For more information on Remotely operable
features, refer to the corresponding section.
As a safety measure, the engine will not
start if the charging cable is plugged into
the connector on the vehicle. A warning is
displayed on the instrument panel.
Cooling the traction battery
The cooling fan comes on during charging
to cool the on-board charger and the traction
battery.
Vehicle unused for an extended period
Fully recharge the traction battery every
three months. Follow the domestic charging
procedure.
Before carrying out the charging operation,
check that the accessory battery is not
disconnected or discharged. If it is, refer to
the corresponding section for information on
reconnecting or recharging it.
Precautions
Electric vehicles were developed in accordance
with the guidelines on maximum electromagnetic
fields issued by the International Commission on
Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP - 1998
Guidelines).
Wearers of pacemakers or equivalent
devices should consult a doctor to enquire
about any applicable precautionary measures, or
contact the manufacturer of their implanted
electronic medical device to check that it is
guaranteed to operate in an environment
compliant with the ICNIRP guidelines.
If in doubt
Domestic or accelerated charging: do
not remain inside or near the vehicle, or near
the charging cable or charging unit, even for a
short time.
Fast charging: do not use the system yourself
and avoid approaching public fast charging
points. Leave the area and ask a third party to
recharge the vehicle.
For domestic or accelerated charging
Before charging
Depending on the context:
►  Have a professional check that the
electrical system to be used complies with
applicable standards and is compatible with
the vehicle.
►  Have a professional electrician install
a dedicated domestic power socket or
accelerated charging unit (Wallbox)
compatible with the vehicle.
Use the charging cable supplied with the
vehicle.
(During charging)
Never work under the bonnet:
– Some areas remain very hot, even an hour
after charging ends - risk of burns!
– The fan may start at any time - risk of cuts or
strangulation!

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If in doubt
Domestic or accelerated charging: do
not remain inside or near the vehicle, or near
the charging cable or charging unit, even for a
short time.
Fast charging: do not use the system yourself
and avoid approaching public fast charging
points. Leave the area and ask a third party to
recharge the vehicle.
For domestic or accelerated charging
Before charging
Depending on the context:
►  Have a professional check that the
electrical system to be used complies with
applicable standards and is compatible with
the vehicle.
►  Have a professional electrician install
a dedicated domestic power socket or
accelerated charging unit (Wallbox)
compatible with the vehicle.
Use the charging cable supplied with the
vehicle.
(During charging)
Never work under the bonnet:
–

Some areas remain v
ery hot, even an hour
after charging ends - risk of burns!
–

The fan ma
y start at any time - risk of cuts or
strangulation!
After charging
Check that the charging flap is closed.
Do not leave the cable connected to the
domestic power socket - risk of short-circuit
or electrocution in the event of contact with or
immersion in water!
For fast charging
Before charging
Check that the fast public charger and
its charging cable are compatible with your
vehicle.
If the exterior temperature is below :
–

-25
°C, charging may not be possible.
–

0°C
, charging times may be extended.
(During charging)
Do not remain in or near the vehicle.
While charging is in progress, opening the
driver's door will interrupt charging.
After charging
Check that the charging flap is closed.
Connection
►  Before charging, check that the drive selector
is in mode P and the ignition is off, otherwise
charging is not possible. ► 
Open the charging flap by pressing the push-
button, and check that there are no foreign bodies
on the charging connector.
Domestic charging



►  Connect the charging cable from the control
unit to the domestic socket.
When the connection is made, all of the indicator
lamps on the control unit light up, then only the
POWER indicator lamp remains on in green.
►  Remove the protective cover from the
charging nozzle.
►  Insert the nozzle into the charging connector.
The start of charging is confirmed by the flashing
in green of the CHARGE indicator lamps in the
flap, then on the control unit.
If this is not the case, charging has not started;
restart the procedure, ensuring that all
connections are properly established.

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The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to
indicate that the nozzle is locked.
If charging has finished but the cable is
still connected, opening the driver's door
restarts charging for around 20 seconds.
Accelerated charging

►  Follow the instructions for use of the
accelerated charging unit (Wallbox).
►  Remove the protective cover from the
charging nozzle.
►  Insert the nozzle into the charging connector.
The start of charging is confirmed when the
charging indicator lamp in the flap flashes green.
If this is not the case, charging has not started;
restart the procedure, ensuring that the nozzle is
inserted correctly.
The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to
indicate that the nozzle is locked.
Fast charging

►  Depending on version, remove the protective
cover from the base.
►  Connect the charging cable to the vehicle
connector, following the instructions for use of
the fast public charger.
The start of charging is confirmed when the
charging indicator lamp in the flap flashes green.
If this is not the case, charging has not started;
restart the procedure, ensuring that the
connection is correct.
The red indicator lamp in the flap comes on to
indicate that the nozzle is locked.
Disconnection

Before disconnecting the nozzle from the
charging connector:
►  If the vehicle is unlocked, lock it and then
unlock it.
►  If the vehicle is locked, unlock it. The red indicator lamp in the flap goes out to
confirm that the charging nozzle is unlocked.
► 
Within 30 seconds, remove the charging
nozzle.
Domestic charging





When charging is complete, the green CHARGE
indicator lamp on the control unit comes on fixed.
►  Replace the protective cover on the charging
nozzle and close the charging flap.
►  Disconnect the control unit end of the
charging cable from the domestic socket.
Accelerated charging
The end of charging is indicated by the charging
control unit and by the fixed lighting of the green
indicator lamp in the flap.
►  Hang up the nozzle on the charging unit and
close the charging flap.
Fast charging
The end of charging is indicated by the charger
and by the fixed lighting of the green indicator
lamp in the flap.
►  Hang up the nozzle on the charging station.
►  Depending on version, replace the protective
cover on the base and close the charging flap.
Towing device
Load distribution
►  Distribute the load in the trailer so that
the heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle, and the nose weight approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing
engine performance. The maximum load which
can be towed must be reduced by 10% per
1,000 metres of altitude.
Use towing devices and their genuine
wiring harnesses approved by the
Manufacturer. It is recommended that the

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Accelerated charging
The end of charging is indicated by the charging
control unit and by the fixed lighting of the green
indicator lamp in the flap.
►  Hang up the nozzle on the charging unit and
close the charging flap.
Fast charging
The end of charging is indicated by the charger
and by the fixed lighting of the green indicator
lamp in the flap.
►  Hang up the nozzle on the charging station.
►  Depending on version, replace the protective
cover on the base and close the charging flap.
Towing device
Load distribution
►  Distribute the load in the trailer so that
the heaviest items are as close as possible to
the axle, and the nose weight approaches the
maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Air density decreases with altitude, thus reducing
engine performance. The maximum load which
can be towed must be reduced by 10% per
1,000 metres of altitude.
Use towing devices and their genuine
wiring harnesses approved by the
Manufacturer. It is recommended that the
fitting be performed by a dealer or a qualified
workshop.
If not fitted by a dealer, it must still be fitted
in accordance with the Manufacturer's
instructions.
Certain driving or manoeuvring aid functions
are automatically deactivated if an approved
towing system is used.
Observe the maximum authorised towable
weight, indicated on the vehicle's
registration certificate, the manufacturer's
label as well as in the Technical data section of
this guide.
Complying with the maximum authorised
nose weight (towball) also includes the use of
accessories (bicycle carriers, tow boxes, etc.).
Observe the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving.
Electric motor
Electric vehicles must never be equipped
with towing devices.
It is therefore not possible to tow a trailer or
caravan.
Roof bars
As a safety measure and to avoid
damaging the roof, it is essential to use
the transverse bars approved for the vehicle.
Observe the instructions on fitting and use
contained in the guide supplied with the roof
bars.


To install the roof bars, you must secure them
only to the four fixing points on the roof frame.
These points are concealed by the vehicle's doors
when they are closed.
The roof bar fixings include a lug to be fitted into
the hole at each fixing point.
Maximum load distributed over the roof
bars, for a loading height not exceeding
40 cm: 75 kg.
As this value may change, please verify the
maximum load set out in the manual supplied
with the roof bars.