Renault Dacia Lodgy Handbook
LODGY
Welcome aboard your vehicle
This Driver’s Handbook contains the information necessary:
– for you to familiarise yourself with your vehicle, to use it to its best advantage and to benefit fully from the all the functions and
the technical developments it incorporates.
– to ensure that it always gives the best performance by following the simple, but comprehensive advice concerning regular main-
tenance.
– to enable you to deal quickly with minor faults not requiring specialist attention.
It is well worth taking a few minutes to read this handbook to familiarise yourself with the information and guidelines it contains
about the vehicle and its functions and new features. If certain points are still unclear, our Network technicians will be only too
pleased to provide you with any additional information.
The following symbol will help you when reading this handbook:
To indicate a hazard, danger or safety recommendation.
The descriptions of the models given in this handbook are based on the technical specifications at the time of writing. This handbook covers all items of equipment (both standard and optional) available for these models, but whether or not these are
fitted to the vehicle depends on the version, options selected and the country where the vehicle is sold.
This handbook may also contain information about items of equipment to be introduced later in the model year.
Throughout the manual, the “approved dealer” is your DACIA dealer.
Enjoy driving your new vehicle.
Translated from French. Copying or translation, in part or in full, is forbidden unless prior written permission has been obtained from the vehicle manufac-
turer.
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C O N T E N T S
Sections
Getting to know your vehicle ...............................
Driving ...................................................................
Your comfort .........................................................
Maintenance .........................................................
Practical advice ....................................................
Technical specifications ......................................
Alphabetical index ...............................................
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Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle
Keys, radio frequency remote control: general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
Locking and unlocking the doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5
Automatic locking when driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7
Opening and closing the doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8
Headrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.10
Front seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.11
Seat belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.12
Methods of restraint in addition to the front seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.17
Side protection devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.21
Additional methods of restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.22
Child safety: general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.23
mounting a child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.26
fitting a child seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.28
deactivating, activating the front passenger airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.36
Door mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.39
Driving position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.40
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.42
Displays and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.46
On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.48
Steering wheel, Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.53
Exterior lighting and signals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.54
Adjusting the headlight beam height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.56
Audible and visual signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.57
Windscreen washer/wiper, De-icing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.58
Fuel tank (filling with fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.60
1.1
KEYS, RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: general information (1/2)
A
1
Key A
1 Coded key for ignition switch, doors
and fuel filler cap.
B
2
3
4
Radio frequency remote
control B
2 Locks all the opening elements.
3 Unlocks all the opening elements.
4 Coded key for ignition switch, driv-
er’s door and fuel filler cap.
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle
with the keys inside when
leaving a child (or animal)
in the car, even for a short period.
The reason for this is that the child
may endanger himself or others by
starting the engine, activating equipment such as the window winders
for example, or locking the doors.
Risk of serious injury.
The key must not be used for any
function other than those described
in the handbook (removing the cap
from a bottle, etc.).
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Advice
Avoid leaving the remote control in
hot, cold or humid areas.
KEYS, RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: general information (2/2)
The remote control unit
operating range
This varies according to the environment. It is therefore important when
handling the remote control to ensure
that you do not lock or unlock the vehicle by inadvertently pressing the buttons.
Interference
The presence of certain objects (metal
objects, mobile telephones, or an area
with strong electromagnetic radiation,
etc.) close to the key may create interference and affect the operation of the
system.
Replacement and additional keys
or remote controls
If you lose your remote control key
or require another, you can obtain
one from an approved dealer.
If a remote control or key is replaced, it will be necessary to take
the vehicle and all of its remote
control keys to an authorised
dealer to reset them.
You may use up to four remote control keys per vehicle.
Remote control key failure
Make sure that the correct battery
type is being used, and that the
battery is in good condition and inserted correctly. These batteries
have a service life of approximately
two years.
Refer to the information on “Radio
frequency remote control: Batteries”
in Section 5.
1.3
KEYS/RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: use
Locking the doors
Press locking button 1.
2
1
Unlocking the doors
Press unlocking button 2.
The hazard warning lights and indica-
tor lights flash once to indicate that the
doors have unlocked.
The key must not be used
for any function other than
those described in the
handbook (removing the
cap from a bottle, etc.).
The hazard warning lights and indicator lights flash twice to indicate that the
doors have locked.
If a door or the tailgate is open or not
properly shut, the doors or tailgate lock
then quickly unlock and the hazard
warning lights and indicator lights do
not flash.
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle with the key inside and
never leave a child (or a
pet) unsupervised, even for a short
while.
They may pose a risk to themselves
or to others by starting the engine,
activating equipment such as the
electric windows or by locking the
doors.
Risk of serious injury.
1.4
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE DOORS (1/2)
2
1
3
Manual control
From the outside
Unlock the doors using the key in a
door lock 1.
Never leave your vehicle
with the key or remote control inside.
From the inside
(depending on vehicle)
Push in button 2 to lock and lift button 2
to unlock.
Driver’s responsibility
If you decide to keep the
doors locked when you are
driving, remember that it
may be more difficult for those assisting you to gain access to the
passenger compartment in the
event of an emergency.
Locking the doors manually
(depending on vehicle)
If the remote control does not work, you
can manually lock each door.
Turn screw 3 with the door open (using
the end of the key) and close the door.
This means that the doors are then
locked from the outside.
The doors may then only be opened
from the inside or by using the key in
the front left-hand door.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE DOORS (2/2)
4
Electric central locking
It simultaneously locks or unlocks the
doors and the tailgate.
Lock or unlock the doors by pressing
switch 4.
The front door mechanism cannot be
locked if the door is open.
Locking the opening
elements without the radio
frequency remote control
For example, in the event of a discharged battery or the radio frequency
remote control temporarily not working.
With the engine switched off and
an opening element (door or boot)
open, press and hold switch 4 for more
than five seconds.
When the door is closed, all the doors
and the tailgate will be locked.
The vehicle can only be locked from
the outside using the radio frequency
remote control.
Door and tailgate status
indicator
With the ignition on, the warning light
integrated in switch 4 informs you of the
locking status of the opening elements:
– indicator light on, the doors and tail-
gate are locked;
– indicator light off, the doors and tail-
gate are unlocked.
When you lock the doors, the indicator
light remains lit and then goes out.
1.6
Never leave your vehicle
with the key or remote control inside.
AUTOMATIC LOCKING WHEN DRIVING
Operating principle
1
You must first decide if you want to
activate this function.
To activate
With the engine running, press
switch 1 for approximately 5 seconds,
until you hear a beep. The indicator light built into the switch comes on
when the doors are locked.
When the engine is started, the system
automatically locks the doors when the
vehicle reaches a speed of approximately 4 mph (7 km/h).
Operating faults
If you notice an operating fault (automatic locking impossible), first check
that all doors are correctly locked. If
they are correctly locked and the fault
is still present, contact an approved
Dealer.
Also make sure that locking has not
been inadvertently deactivated.
If necessary, refer to the activation procedure.
To deactivate
With the engine running, press
switch 1 for approximately 5 seconds,
until you hear a beep.
If you decide to keep the
doors locked when you
are driving, remember that
it may be more difficult for
those assisting you to gain access
to the passenger compartment in
the event of an emergency.
1.7
OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS (1/2)
1
Opening manually from the
outside
With the doors unlocked (refer to the
information on “Locking/unlocking the
doors” in Section 1), place your hand
on the handle 1 and pull towards you.
Opening the doors manually
from the inside
Unlock the door and pull handle 2.
Lights-on warning buzzer
If you have left the lights on after switching off the ignition, a reminder buzzer
will sound when the driver’s door is
opened.
Door/tailgate open buzzer
2
Depending on the vehicle, this alarm is
fitted to the driver’s side door or on all
opening elements.
With the vehicle at a standstill, a warn-
ing light
boot is open or not properly closed.
If the vehicle is moving, as soon as the
vehicle reaches 12 mph, a warning light
2 will come on if a door or the
2 comes on with an audio beep.
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As a safety precaution,
the doors should only be
opened or closed when the
vehicle is stationary.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS (2/2)
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Driver’s responsibility
when parking or stopping
the vehicle
Never leave an animal,
Child safety
To make it impossible for the rear doors
to be opened from the inside, move
lever 3 on each door and check from
the inside that the doors are securely
locked.
child or adult who is not self-sufficient alone on your vehicle, even for
a short time.
They may pose a risk to themselves
or to others by starting the engine,
activating equipment such as the
electric windows or by locking the
doors.
Also, in hot and/or sunny weather,
please remember that the temperature inside the passenger compartment increases very quickly.
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY.
1.9
FRONT HEADRESTS
1
To raise the headrest
Pull the headrest upwards to the desired height.
To lower the headrest
Press button 1 and guide the headrest
down to the desired height.
To remove the headrest
Press tab 1 and lift the headrest to release it (tilt the seatback backwards if
necessary).
To refit the headrest
Insert the rods into the sleeves, with the
notches facing forwards, and lower the
headrest to the desired height.
The headrest is a safety
component. Ensure that it is
fitted and in the correct po-
sition: the top of your head
should be in line with the top of the
headrest.
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FRONT SEATS
4
1
2
3
To move forwards or
backwards
Lift bar 1 to release.
Release the bar 1 once the seat is in
the correct position and ensure that the
seat is fully locked into place.
To raise or lower the driver’s
seat surface
Depending on the vehicle, lift lever 2,
adjust the seat base to the desired
height, then release the lever.
To tilt the seatback
Turn control knob 4 and tilt the seatback to the desired position.
Heated seats
Depending on the vehicle, with the ignition on, press switch 3.
The system, which has a thermostat,
decides whether or not the heating is
needed.
To exit this function, press switch 3
again.
For safety reasons, carry
out any adjustments when
the vehicle is not being
driven.
We would advise you not to recline
the seatbacks too far to ensure that
the effectiveness of the seat belts is
not reduced.
Make sure that the seatbacks are
correctly locked in place.
Nothing should be placed on the
floor (area in front of driver) as such
objects may slide under the pedal
during braking manoeuvres, thus
obstructing its use.
1.11
SEAT BELTS (1/5)
Always wear your seat belt when travelling in your vehicle. You must also
comply with the legislation of the particular country you are in.
Make sure that the rear bench seat
is securely locked in position so that
the rear seat belts will operate efficiently. Refer to information in the
paragraph on “Second row rear
seats: functions” and “Third row rear
seats: functions” in Section 3.
Incorrectly adjusted or
twisted seat belts may
cause injuries in the event
of an accident.
Use one seat belt per person,
whether child or adult.
Even pregnant women should wear
a seat belt. In this case, ensure that
the lap belt is not exerting too much
pressure on the abdomen, but do
not allow any slack.
Before starting, first adjust your driving position, then ask all occupants
to adjust their seat belts to ensure
optimum protection.
Adjusting your driving position
(depending on the vehicle)
– Sit well back in your seat (having
removed your coat or jacket etc.).
This is essential to ensure your back
is positioned correctly;
– adjust the distance between the
seat and the pedals. Your seat
should be as far back as possible
while still allowing you to depress
the clutch pedal fully. The seatback
should be adjusted so that your arms
are slightly bent when you hold the
steering wheel;
– adjust the position of your head-
rest. For the maximum safety, your
head must be as close as possible to
the headrest;
– adjust the height of the seat. This
adjustment allows you to select the
seat position which offers you the
best possible view;
– adjust the position of the steering
wheel.
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2
Adjusting the seat belts
Sit with your back firmly against the
seatback.
The shoulder strap 1 should be as close
as possible to the base of the neck but
not on it.
Lap belt 2 must be worn flat over the
thighs and against the pelvis. The seat
belt must be worn as close to the body
as possible. i.e.: avoid wearing heavy
clothing or keeping bulky objects under
the belts, etc.
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SEAT BELTS (2/5)
1
3
5
To fasten
Unwind the belt slowly and smoothly
and ensure that buckle 3 locks into
catch 5 (check that it is locked by pulling on buckle 3).
If the belt jams, allow it to return slightly
before attempting to unwind it again.
If your seat belt is completely jammed,
pull slowly, but firmly, so that just over
3 cm unwinds. Allow it to return slightly
before attempting to unwind it again.
If there is still a problem, contact an approved dealer.
4
5
Unlocking
Press the button 4 on catch 5 and the
seat belt will be rewound by the inertia reel. Hold by the buckle to make this
easier.
™
Depending on the vehicle, it comes on
when the engine is started and if the
driver’s and/or passenger’s seat belt is
not fastened. When the vehicle is being
driven, it comes on and a beep sounds
for approximately 2 minutes until the
driver’s seat belt is fastened.
Note: You are not recommended to rest
any object on the passenger seat. This
may trigger the front seatbelt reminder
warning light.
Front seat belt reminder
warning light
6
Adjusting the front seat belt
height
Move button 6 to select the position you
require so that the chest strap 1 is worn
as described above.
Make sure that the seat belt is locked
in position correctly after you have adjusted it.
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SEAT BELTS (3/5)
7
8
9
Second row rear seats
Rear side seat belts
Slowly unwind belt 7 and click buckle 8
into red catch 9.
10
11
15
14
13
Centre seat belt
Unwind belt 15 slowly from its housing 10.
Pass the two buckles and the belt 15 in
the belt guide 11.
Click the smallest buckle into the catch
with the black locking button 12.
Fasten the largest buckle and slide 14
in the catch with the red unlocking
button 13.
12
Operating the rear seats. Please
see the information in the paragraphs on “Second row rear seats:
functions” and “Third row rear seats:
functions” in Section 3.
1.14
Check that the rear seat
belts are positioned and operating correctly each time
the rear seats are moved.
SEAT BELTS (4/5)
16
17
18
Third row rear seats
Remove strap 16 from hook A. Slowly
unwind the strap 16.
Fasten the buckle 17 into the corresponding catch with the red unlocking
button 18.
A
When handling, the third row rear
seat belt strap 16 must always
be fastened to hook A to prevent
damage to the strap or luggage
compartment cover (if fitted to the
vehicle).
Operating the rear seats. Please
see the information in the paragraphs on “Second row rear seats:
functions” and “Third row rear seats:
functions” in Section 3.
Check that the rear seat
belts are positioned and operating correctly each time
the rear seats are moved.
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SEAT BELTS (5/5)
The following information applies to the vehicle’s front and rear seat belts.
– No modification may be made to the component parts of the originally fitted restraint system: seat belts, seats and
their mountings. For special operations (e.g. fitting child seats), contact an authorised dealer.
– Do not use devices which allow any slack in the belts (e.g. clothes pegs, clips, etc.): a seat belt which is worn too
loosely may cause injury in the event of an accident.
– Never wear the shoulder strap under your arm or behind your back.
– Never use the same belt for more than one person and never hold a baby or child on your lap with your seat belt around
them.
– The belt should never be twisted.
– Following an accident, have the seat belts checked and replaced if necessary. Always replace your seat belts as soon as
they show any signs of wear.
– When putting back the rear bench seat, take care that the seat belts are correctly positioned so that they can be used prop-
erly.
– Make sure that the buckle is inserted into the appropriate catch.
– Ensure that no objects are placed in the area around the seat belt catch as they could prevent it from being properly se-
cured.
– Make sure the seat belt catch is properly positioned (it should not be hidden away, crushed or flattened by people or ob-
jects).
1.16
SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (1/4)
Depending on the vehicle, they are
composed of:
– seat belt pretensioners;
– chest force limiters;
– front airbags for driver and front
passenger.
These systems are designed to act independently or together when the vehicle is subjected to a frontal impact.
Depending on the severity of the
impact, the system can trigger:
– seat belt locking;
– the seat belt pretensioner (which en-
gages to correct seat belt slack);
– the air bag and the force limiter are
also triggered when there are severe
impacts.
1
Pretensioners
The pretensioners hold the seat belt
against the body, holding the occupant
more securely against the seat, thus increasing the seat belt’s efficiency.
With the ignition on, following a significant frontal impact and depending on
the severity of the impact, the system
may trigger the seat belt inertia reel
pretensioner 1, which instantly retracts
the seat belt.
– Have the entire restraint
system checked following
an accident.
– No operation whatsoever
is permitted on any part of the
system (air bags, electronic control units, wiring) and the system
components must not be reused
on any other vehicle, even if identical.
– To avoid premature triggering
of the system which may cause
injury, only qualified Network personnel are authorisedto work on
the methods of restraint in addition to the front seat belt.
– The electric trigger system may
only be tested by a specially
trained technician using special
equipment.
– When the vehicle is scrapped,
contact an approved dealer for
disposal of the pretensioner and
airbag gas generators.
1.17
SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (2/4)
Load limiter
Above a certain severity of impact, this
mechanism is used to limit the force of
the belt against the body so that it is at
an acceptable level.
1
Driver’s and passenger air
bags
They are fitted on the driver’s side and,
depending on the vehicle, on the passenger side.
Depending on the vehicle, the presence of this equipment is indicated by
the word “airbag” on the steering wheel
and dashboard (airbag zone 1) and
a symbol on the lower section of the
windscreen.
Each air bag system consists of:
– an airbag and gas generator fitted
on the steering wheel for the driver
and, depending on the vehicle, in the
dashboard for the front passenger;
– an electronic unit for system monitor-
ing which controls the gas generator
electrical trigger system;
– a single warning light å;
– remote sensors.
The air bag system uses
pyrotechnic principles. This
explains why, when the air
bag inflates, it will gener-
ate heat, produce smoke (this does
not mean that a fire is about to start)
and make a noise upon detonation.
An air bag may inflate immediately,
causing some minor, superficial
grazing to the skin or other discomfort.
1.18
SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (3/4)
Operation
This system is only operational when
the ignition is switched on.
If a severe frontal impact occurs, the
air bag(s) inflate(s) rapidly, cushioning the impact of the driver’s head and
chest against the steering wheel and
the front passenger’s head against the
dashboard. The air bag then deflates
immediately so that the passengers are
not impeded in any way when they get
out of the vehicle.
The air bag system uses
pyrotechnic principles. This
explains why, when the air
ate heat, produce smoke (this does
not mean that a fire is about to start)
and make a noise upon detonation.
In a situation where an air bag is
required, it will inflate immediately
and this may cause some minor, superficial grazing to the skin or other
problems.
bag inflates, it will gener-
1.19
SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (4/4)
All of the warnings below are given so that the air bag is not obstructed in any way when it is inflated and also to prevent
the risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the air bag inflates.
Warnings concerning the driver’s air bag
– Do not modify the steering wheel or the steering wheel boss.
– Do not cover the steering wheel boss under any circumstances.
– You must not remove the steering wheel (such work must only be performed by trained personnel from our Network).
– When driving, do not sit too close to the steering wheel. Sit with your arms slightly bent (see the information on “Adjusting
Warnings concerning the passenger air bag
– Do not attach or glue any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the dashboard in the proximity of the air bag
– Do not place anything between the dashboard and the passenger (pet, umbrella, walking stick, parcels, etc.).
– The passenger must not put his or her feet on the dashboard or seat as there is a risk that serious injuries may occur. In
– The devices in addition to the front passenger seat belt should be reactivated as soon as a child seat is removed, to ensure
– Do not attach any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the steering wheel boss.
your driving position” in Section 1). This will allow sufficient space for the air bag to inflate properly and be fully effective.
housing.
general, all parts of the body should be kept away from the dashboard (knees, hands, head etc.).
the protection of the passenger in the event of an impact.
IT IS PROHIBITED TO FIT A REAR-FACING CHILD SEAT TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT UNLESS THE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT HAVE BEEN DEACTIVATED.
(Refer to the information on “Child safety: front passenger airbag deactivation/activation” Section 1).
1.20
SIDE PROTECTION DEVICES
Side air bags
These air bags may be fitted to the front
seats and are deployed at the sides of
the seats (door side) to protect the occupants in the event of a severe side
impact.
Warnings concerning the side air bag
– Fitting seat covers: seats equipped with an airbag require covers spe-
cifically designed for your vehicle. Contact an authorised dealer to find
out if these covers are available. The use of any covers other than those
designed for your vehicle (including those designed for another vehicle) may
affect the operation of the airbags and reduce your protection.
– Do not place any accessories, objects or even pets between the seatback, the
door and the internal fittings. Do not cover the seatback with any items such as
clothes or accessories. This may prevent the air bag from operating correctly
or cause injury when the air bag is deployed.
– No work or modification whatsoever may be carried out on the seat or internal
fittings, except by qualified personnel from an approved dealer.
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ADDITIONAL METHODS OF RESTRAINT
All of the warnings below are given so that the air bag is not obstructed in any
way when it is inflated and also to prevent the risk of serious injuries caused
by items which may be dislodged when the air bag inflates.
The air bag is designed to complement the action of the seat belt. The air
bag and the seat belt are integral parts of the same protection system. It
is therefore essential to wear the seat belt at all times. If seat belts are not
worn, the occupants are exposed to the risk of serious injury in the event
of an accident. It may also increase the risk of minor superficial injuries occurring
when the air bag is deployed, although such minor injuries are always possible
with air bags.
If the vehicle should overturn or suffer a rear impact, however severe, the pretensioners and air bags are not always triggered. Impacts to the underside of the
vehicle, e.g. from pavements, potholes or stones, can all trigger these systems.
– No work or modification whatsoever may be carried out on any part of the
driver or passenger air bag system (air bag, electronic unit, wiring, etc.), except
by qualified personnel from our Network.
– To ensure that the system is in good working order and to avoid accidental trig-
gering of the system which could cause injury, only qualified personnel from
our Network may work on the air bag system.
– As a safety precaution, have the air bag system checked if your vehicle has
been involved in an accident, or is stolen or broken into.
– When selling or lending the vehicle, inform the user of these points and hand
over this handbook with the vehicle.
– When scrapping your vehicle, contact an approved Dealer for advice on dis-
posing of the gas generator and air bags.
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Operating faults
This warning light 1 will light up on the
instrument panel when the ignition is
switched on and then go out after a few
seconds.
If it does not come on when the ignition
is switched on, or if it comes on when
the engine is running, there is a fault
with the system (air bags, pretensioners, etc.) in the front and/or rear seats.
Contact an authorised dealer as soon
as possible. The efficiency of protection
will be reduced until this fault is rectified.
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CHILD SAFETY: General information (1/2)
Carrying children
Children, and adults, must be correctly
seated and strapped in for all journeys.
The children being carried in your vehicle are your responsibility.
A child is not a miniature adult. Children
are at risk of specific injuries as their
muscles and bones have not yet finished growing. The seat belt alone
would not provide suitable protection.
Use an approved child seat and ensure
you use it correctly.
A collision at 30 mph
(50 km/h) is the same as falling a distance of 10 metres.
Transporting a child without
To prevent the doors being
opened, use the “Child
safety” device (refer to the
information on “Opening
and closing the doors” in Section 1).
a restraint is the equivalent of allowing him or her to play on a fourthfloor balcony without railings.
Never travel with a child held in your
arms. In the event of an accident,
you will not be able to keep hold of
the child, even if you yourself are
wearing a seat belt.
If your vehicle has been involved in
a road accident, replace the child
seat and have the seat belts and
ISOFIX fittings checked.
Never leave a child unattended in the vehicle.
Check that your child is
always strapped in and that
the belt or safety harness used is
correctly set and adjusted. Avoid
wearing bulky clothing which could
cause the belts to slacken.
Never let your child put their head or
arms out of the window.
Check that the child is in the correct
position for the entire journey, especially if asleep.
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CHILD SAFETY: General information (2/2)
Using a child seat
The level of protection offered by the
child seat depends on its ability to restrain your child and on its installation.
Incorrect installation compromises the
protection it offers the child in the event
of harsh braking or an impact.
Before purchasing a child seat, check
that it complies with the regulations for
the country you are in and that it can
be fitted in your vehicle. Consult an approved dealer to find out which seats
are recommended for your vehicle.
Before fitting a child seat, read the
manual and respect its instructions. If
you experience any difficulties during
installation, contact the manufacturer
of the equipment. Keep the instructions
with the seat.
Set a good example by always fastening your seat belt and teaching
your child:
– to strap themselves in correctly;
– to always get in and out of the car
at the kerb, away from busy traffic.
Do not use a second-hand child
seat or one without an instruction
manual.
Check that there are no objects in
the vicinity of the child seat which
could impede its operation.
Never leave a child unattended in the vehicle.
Check that your child is
always strapped in and that
the belt or safety harness used is
correctly set and adjusted. Avoid
wearing bulky clothing which could
cause the belts to slacken.
Never let your child put their head or
arms out of the window.
Check that the child is in the correct
position for the entire journey, especially if asleep.
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CHILD SAFETY: choosing a child seat
Rear-facing child seats
A baby’s head is, proportionally, heavier
than that of an adult and its neck is very
fragile. Transport the child in this position for as long as possible (until the
age of 2 at the very least). It supports
the head and neck. Choose a bucket
type seat for better side protection and
replace it as soon as the child’s head
extends past the seat shell.
Forward-facing child seats
The child’s head and abdomen need to
be protected as a priority. A forward-facing child seat which is firmly attached to
the vehicle will reduce the risk of impact
to the head. Ensure your child travels in
a forward-facing seat with a harness or
buckle for as long as their size permits.
Choose a wrap-around seat for better
side protection.
Booster cushions
From 15 kg or 4 years, the child can
travel using a booster seat, which will
enable the seat belt to be adapted
to suit his/her size and shape. The
booster seat cushion must be fitted with
guides to position the seat belt on the
child’s thighs rather than the stomach.
It is recommended that you use a seatback fitted with a belt strap guide which
can be adjusted in terms of height to
position the seat belt in the centre of
the shoulder. It should never rest on the
neck or over the arm. Choose a bucket
type seat for better side protection.
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