Citroen DS3 Quiz
Driving

Reinitialisation (Controlled five-speed gearbox)

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After disconnecting the battery, the gearbox must be reinitialised.

  • Switch on the ignition.

AUTO and - - are displayed
in the instrument panel.

  • Select position N.
  • Press the brake pedal.
  • Wait about 30 seconds until N or a gear is displayed in the instrument panel.
  • Move the selector to position A, then to position N.
  • Keeping your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine.

The gearbox is working correctly again.

In rare cases the gearbox may need to be reinitialised automatically: the vehicle cannot start or gears cannot be changed.

AUTO and - - are displayed
in the instrument panel.

Follow the procedure described above.

Operating fault

With the ignition on, this warning light coming on and AUTO flashing, together with an audible signal and a message on the multifunction display, indicate a gearbox malfunction.

Have the system checked at a CITROËN network dealership or at a specialist workshop.

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