Citroen DS3 (2016 year). Manual — part 9

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Programming

F Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "CRUISE"

position: the cruise control mode is
selected but is not switched on (PAUSE).

F

Set the programmed speed by

accelerating to the required speed, then
press button 2 or 3

(e.g.: 70 mph

(110 km/h)).

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 off the cruise control by pressing button 4: the screen

confirms that it has been switched off (PAUSE).

F

Switch the cruise control back on by pressing button 4 again.

Exceeding the programmed speed

Intentional or unintentional exceeding of the programmed speed results in
flashing of this speed in the screen.
Return to the programmed speed, by means of intentional or unintentional
deceleration of the vehicle, automatically cancels the flashing of the speed.

Leaving cruise control mode

F Turn thumb wheel 1 to the "0"

position: the cruise control mode is

deselected. The display returns to the distance recorder.

Operating fault

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

When the cruise control is switched on,
be careful if you maintain the pressure
on one of the programmed speed
changing buttons: this may result in a
very rapid change in the speed of your
vehicle.
Do not use the cruise control on
slippery roads or in heavy traffic.
On a steep descent, the cruise control
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,

- never fit one mat on top of another.

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Parking sensors

This system indicates the proximity of an
obstacle (person, vehicle, tree, gate, etc.)
which comes within the field of detection of
sensors located in the bumper.
Certain types of obstacle (stake, roadworks
cone, etc.) detected initially will no longer be
detected at the end of the manoeuvre, if they
are located in blind spots in the sensors' field
of detection.

This system cannot in any circumstances replace
the need for vigilance on the part of the driver.

Audible assistance

The proximity information is given by an
intermittent audible signal, the frequency of which
increases as the vehicle approaches the obstacle.
The sound emitted by the speaker (right or left)
indicates the side on which the obstacle is located.
When the distance between the vehicle and
the obstacle becomes less than approximately
thirty centimetres, the audible signal becomes
continuous.

Rear parking sensors

Visual assistance*

This supplements the audible signal by
displaying bars in the screen which move
progressively nearer to the vehicle.
When the obstacle is very close, the "Danger"
symbol is displayed in the screen.

The system is switched on by engaging reverse
gear.
This is confirmed by an audible signal.
The system is switched off when you come out
of reverse gear.

* Depending on version.

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Front parking sensors*

Operating fault

In the event of a malfunction of the
system, when reverse gear is engaged

this warning lamp is displayed in the instrument
panel and/or a message appears in the screen,
accompanied by an audible signal (short beep).
Contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.

In addition to the rear parking sensors, the
front parking sensors are triggered when an
obstacle is detected in front and the speed of
the vehicle is still below 6 mph (10 km/h).
The front parking sensors are interrupted if
the vehicle stops for more than three seconds
in forward gear, if no further obstacles are
detected or when the speed of the vehicle
exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).

The sound emitted by the speaker
(front or rear) indicates whether the
obstacle is in front or behind.

In bad weather or in winter, ensure
that the sensors are not covered with
mud, ice or snow. When reverse gear is
engaged, an audible signal (long beep)
indicates that the sensors may be dirty.
Certain sound sources (motorcycle,
lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger
the audible signals of the parking
sensor system.

The function will be deactivated
automatically if a trailer is being towed
or a bicycle carrier is fitted (vehicle
fitted with a towbar or bicycle carrier
recommended by CITROËN).

* Depending on version.

Deactivation / Activation of
the front and rear parking
sensors

You can activate or deactivate the function
using the vehicle's configuration or settings
menu.
The status of the system is memorised when
switching off the ignition.

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Reversing camera

The reversing camera cannot in any
circumstances be a substitute for
vigilance on the part of the driver.

Clean the reversing camera regularly
using a soft, dry cloth.

A reversing camera is activated automatically
when reverse gear is engaged.
The colour image is provided in the navigation
screen.

The space between the blue lines represents the
width of your vehicle except for the door mirrors.

The blue lines represent the general direction
of the vehicle.
The red line represents a distance of about
30 cm beyond the edge of your vehicle's
rear bumper. The audible signal becomes
continuous from this limit.
The green lines represent distances of about
1 and 2 metres beyond the edge of your
vehicle's rear bumper.

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Lighting controls

System for selection and control of the various front and rear lamps providing the vehicle's lighting.

The various front and rear lamps of the vehicle
are designed to adapt the driver's visibility
progressively according to climatic conditions:
-

sidelamps, to be seen,

-

dipped beam headlamps to see without
dazzling other drivers,

-

main beam headlamps to see clearly when
the road is clear.

Main lighting

Other lamps are installed to fulfil the
requirements of particular conditions of
visibility:
- a rear foglamp to be seen from afar,
- front foglamps for improved vision,
- LED lamps to be seen during the daytime.

Additional lighting

Various automatic lighting control modes
are also available according to the following
options:
- guide-me-home lighting,
- automatic illumination of headlamps.

Programming

In some weather conditions (e.g. low

temperature or humidity), the presence

of misting on the internal surface of the

glass of the headlamps and rear lamps

is normal; it disappears after the lamps

have been on for a few minutes.

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Model without AUTO lighting

Model with AUTO lighting

Manual controls

The lighting is controlled directly by the driver
by means of the ring A and the stalk B.

Automatic illumination of headlamps.

B.

Stalk for switching the headlamp beam:

pull the stalk to switch between dipped and
main beam headlamps.

In the lamps off and sidelamps modes,
the driver can switch on the main beam
headlamps temporarily ("headlamp flash") by
maintaining a pull on the stalk.

A.

Main lighting mode selection ring: turn it

to position the symbol required facing the
mark.

Lighting off (ignition off) /
Daytime running lamps (engine running).

Sidelamps only.

Dipped headlamps or main beam headlamps.

Displays

Lighting of the corresponding indicator lamp on
the instrument panel confirms the switching on
of the lighting selected.
The instrument panel has permanent back-
lighting. Illumination of the instrument panel is
therefore not linked to the exterior lighting.

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C.

Foglamp selection ring.

The foglamps operate with the dipped and main
beam headlamps.

Rotate and release the ring C:
F forwards a first time to switch on the front

foglamps,

F forwards a second time to switch on the

rear foglamp,

F rearwards a first time to switch off the rear

foglamp,

F rearwards a second time to switch of the

front fog lamps.

Model with front foglamps
and a rear foglamp

Lighting on audible warning

When the ignition is switched off, all
of the lamps switch off automatically,

unless guide-me-home lighting is

activated.

If the lighting is switched on manually

after switching off the ignition, there

is an audible signal when a front door
is opened to warn the driver that

they have forgotten to switch off the

vehicle's lighting, with the ignition off.

In good or rainy weather, by both day

and night, the front foglamps and the

rear foglamp are prohibited. In these
situations, the power of their beams

may dazzle other drivers.

Do not forget to switch off the front

foglamps and the rear foglamp when

they are no longer necessary.

Front and rear foglamps

When the lighting is switched off automatically
(with AUTO model) or when the dipped
headlamps are switched off manually, the
foglamps and sidelamps will remain on.
F

Turn the ring rearwards to switch off the

foglamps, the sidelamps will then switch off.

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The temporary illumination of the dipped beam
headlamps after the vehicle's ignition has been
switched off makes the driver's exit easier
when the light is poor.

Switching on

F

With the ignition off, "flash" the headlamps

using the lighting stalk.

F A further "headlamp flash" switches the

function off.

Switching off

The manual guide-me-home lighting switches
off automatically after a set time.

Manual guide-me-home
lighting

The sidelamps and dipped beam headlamps
are switched on automatically, without any
action on the part of the driver, when a low level
of external light is detected or in certain cases
of activation of the windscreen wipers.
As soon as the brightness returns to an
adequate level or after the windscreen wipers
are switched off, these lamps are switched off
automatically and the daytime running lamps
come on.

Automatic illumination of
headlamps

Activation

F

Turn ring to the "AUTO" position. The

activation of the function is confirmed by
the display of a message.

Deactivation

F

Turn ring to a position other than "AUTO".

The deactivation of the function is
confirmed by the display of a message.

Operating fault

In the event of a fault with the
sunshine sensor, the lighting come
on, this warning lamp is displayed
on the instrument panel and/or a
message appears in the screen,
accompanied by an audible signal.

Contact a CITROËN or a qualified workshop
workshop.

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LED daytime running lamps

This daytime lighting, a signature of the vehicle,
comprises two sets of light-emitting diodes
(LEDs), located in vertical housings below each
headlamp.

On starting the vehicle, in daylight the daytime
running lamps come on automatically, if the
lighting stalk is in position "0" or "AUTO".
If the sidelamps and headlamps are switched
on manually or automatically, the daytime
running lamps go off.

In fog or snow, the sunshine sensor
may detect sufficient light. Therefore,
the lighting will not come on
automatically.
Do not cover the sunshine sensor,
coupled with the rain sensor and
located in the centre of the windscreen
behind the rear view mirror; the
associated functions would no longer
be controlled.

Automatic
guide-me-home
lighting

When the automatic illumination of headlamps
functions is activated, if the ambient light level
is low the dipped beam headlamps remain on
when switching off the ignition.

Settings

Activation and deactivation, as well as the
duration of the guide-me-home lighting can
be set in the vehicle configuration or settings
menu (except for the monochrome screen A,
for which the duration is fixed at 60 seconds).

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Travelling abroad

LED / Xenon front lamps

For motoring in countries that drive on the other
side of the road, it is necessary to adjust the
dipped beams so as to not dazzle the drivers of
approaching vehicles.

F

Raise the bonnet for access to the adjuster

(one adjuster per headlamp).

F

Insert a suitable allen key (not supplied)

into the hexagonal head of the adjuster.

F

Turn the allen key half a turn clockwise.

Headlamp height adjustment

To avoid causing a nuisance to other road
users, the height of the headlamps should be
adjusted in relation to the load in the vehicle.
0.

Driver only or driver + front passenger.

-.

Intermediate setting

1.

5 people.

-.

5 people + load in the boot.

2.

Driver only + maximum authorised load in

the boot.

This position is sufficient to avoid causing
dazzle.
Higher settings may limit the spread of light
from the headlamps.

The initial setting is position "0".

On your return, don't forget to
adjust your headlamps back to their
initial setting, by carrying out these
operations in reverse order.

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The vehicle's front and rear wipers are
designed to improve the driver's visibility
progressively according to the weather
conditions.

Wiper controls

Programming

You can modify the settings for the following
functions:
-

automatic rain sensitive windscreen wipers,

- rear wiping on engaging reverse gear.

Model with AUTO wiping

The wiper commands are issued directly by the
driver by means of the stalk A and the ring B.

Manual controls

Windscreen wipers

A.

Wiping speed selection stalk.

Single wipe (press down and
release).

Automatic, then single wipe.

Fast (heavy rain).

Normal (moderate rain).

Intermittent (proportional to the
speed of the vehicle).

Off.

or

Model without AUTO wiping

Refer to the corresponding section.

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B.

Rear wiper selection ring.

Rear wiper

If a significant accumulation of snow or
ice is present, or when using a tailgate
bicycle carrier, deactivate the automatic
rear wiper via the vehicle configuration
or settings menu.

Park.

Intermittent wipe.

Wash-wipe (set duration).

Reverse gear

When reverse gear is engaged, the rear wiper
will come into operation if the windscreen
wipers are operating.

Programming

The function is activated or deactivated via the
vehicle configuration or settings menu.
This function is activated by default.

Windscreen wash

Pull the wiper stalk towards you.
The windscreen wash, then the windscreen
wipers, operate for a pre-determined time.

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Automatic rain sensitive
windscreen wipers

The windscreen wipers operate automatically,
without any action on the part of the driver, if
rain is detected (sensor behind the rear view
mirror), adapting their speed to the intensity of
the rainfall.

Activation

This is controlled manually by the driver by
pushing stalk A to the "AUTO" position.

It is accompanied by the illumination of this
indicator lamp in the instrument panel and
a message in the multifunction screen.

Switching off

This is controlled manually by the driver
by moving stalk A upwards, returning it to
position "0"

.

It is accompanied by the indicator lamp
in the instrument panel going off and a
message in the multifunction screen.

The automatic wiping must be
reactivated if the ignition has been off
for more than one minute, by pushing
stalk A downwards.