Renault ESPACE 2006 Owner Manual

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Quick overview

- Tyre pressure ..................................................................................................................... 0.04 ➟ 0.07

0.02

- RENAULT card: use

- Child restraints

- Warning lights (instrument panel)

- Starting/stopping the engine

- Driving

.................................................................................................................................

Assisted parking brake Tyre Pressure Monitor Electronic stability program: ESP Traction control system Emergency brake assist Cruise control/Speed limiter Parking proximity sensor

........................................................................................................ 1.02 ➟ 1.09

................................................................................................................. 1.32 ➟ 1.41

............................................................................ 1.46 ➟ 1.64

....................................................................................... 2.03 ➟ 2.06

2.02 ➟ 2.42

................................................................................................ 2.10 - 2.12

............................................................................................... 2.18 ➟ 2.21

....................................................................................... 2.22

.............................................................................................. 2.23 - 2.24

........................................................................................................... 2.22

.................................................................................. 2.28 ➟ 2.34

........................................................................................... 2.35 - 2.38

- Heating/Air conditioning ............................................................................................. 3.03 ➟ 3.25

- Bonnet/maintenance

- Practical advice (changing bulbs, fuses, breakdown, faults)

...................................................................................................... 4.02 ➟ 4.16

.......................... 5.02 ➟ 5.42

CONTENTS

Sections

Getting to know your vehicle

................................................................. 1

Driving ................................................................................................................. 2

Your comfort .................................................................................................... 3

Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 4

Practical advice .............................................................................................. 5

Technical specifications ............................................................................ 6

Alphabetical index ....................................................................................... 7

0.03

TYRE PRESSURES (in bar or kg/cm² when cold)

Versions

Vehicle type

See vehicle identification plate

Tyre dimensions

Wheel dimensions

Non-motorway use

- Front

- Rear

Motorway use (1)

- Front

- Rear

Emergency spare wheel

Intermediate emergency spare wheel

(wheel which is smaller than the other four wheels)

Tyre pressure monitor

Refer to the information in Section 2 for details about the Tyre pressure monitor function.

Tyre safety and use of snow chains

Refer to the information on Tyres in Section 5 for information on maintenance and, depending on the version, the use of chains.

(1) Special note concerning vehicles used under full load (Maximum Permissible All-Up Weight) and towing a trailer.

The maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressure increased by 0.2 bar. Refer to the information on Weights in Section 6.

0.04

225/60 R 16 225/55 R 17 245/45 R 18 225/55 R 17 245/45 R 18

6.5 J 16

2.4

2.2

2.4

2.2

2.4 2.4 2.5 2.5 2.6

2.0 dCi 16V 2.0 dCi 16V - 2.2 dCi - 3.0 dCi

JK01 - JK02 - JK04

7 J 17 7.5 J 18 7 J 17 7.5 J 18

2.4

2.2

2.4

2.2

2.5

2.3

2.5

2.3

3.7

JK03 - JK07 - JK0E - JK0H JK0J - JK0V - JK0Y - JK1A

2.5

2.2

2.5

2.2

2.6

2.3

2.6

2.3

TYRE PRESSURES (in bar or kg/cm² when cold) (continued)

Versions

Vehicle type

See vehicle identification plate

Tyre dimensions

Wheel dimensions

Non-motorway use

- Front

- Rear

Motorway use (1)

- Front

- Rear

Emergency spare wheel

Intermediate emergency spare wheel

(wheel which is smaller than the other four wheels)

Tyre pressure monitor

Refer to the information in Section 2 for details about the Tyre pressure monitor function.

Tyre safety and use of snow chains

Refer to the information on Tyres in Section 5 for information on maintenance and, depending on the version, the use of chains.

(1) Special note concerning vehicles used under full load (Maximum Permissible All-Up Weight) and towing a trailer.

The maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressure increased by 0.2 bar. Refer to the information on Weights in Section 6.

JK09 - JK0A - JK0B - JK0D - JK0G - JK0K

225/60 R 16 225/55 R 17 245/45 R 18 225/55 R 17 245/45 R 18

2.0 16V - 2.0T - 1.9 dCi 3.5 V6

JK00 - JK0F

JK0L - JK0N - JK0U - JK1B - JK1D

6.5 J 16

2.2

2.1

2.3

2.2

2.3 2.3 2.4 2.7 2.8

7 J 17 7.5 J 18 7 J 17 7.5 J 18

2.3

2.2

2.3

2.2

2.4

2.3

2.4

2.3

3.7

JK0P - JK0S

2.4

2.2

2.7

2.4

2.5

2.3

2.8

2.5

0.05

TYRE PRESSURES in PSI (when cold)

Versions

Vehicle type

See vehicle identification plate

Tyre dimensions

Wheel dimensions

Non-motorway use

- Front

- Rear

Motorway use (1)

- Front

- Rear

Emergency spare wheel

Intermediate emergency spare wheel

(wheel which is smaller than the other four wheels)

Tyre pressure monitor

Refer to the information in Section 2 for details about the Tyre pressure monitor function.

Tyre safety and use of snow chains

Refer to the information on Tyres in Section 5 for information on maintenance and, depending on the version, the use of chains.

(1) Special note concerning vehicles used under full load (Maximum Permissible All-Up Weight) and towing a trailer.

The maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressure increased by 3 PSI. Refer to the information on Weights in Section 6.

0.06

225/60 R 16 225/55 R 17 245/45 R 18 225/55 R17 245/45 R 18

6.5 J 16

35 32

35 35 36 36 38

2.0 dCi 16V 2.0 dCi 16V - 2.2 dCi - 3.0 dCi

JK01 - JK02 - JK04

7 J 17 7.5 J 18 7 J 17 7.5 J 18

35 32

36 33

JK03 - JK07 - JK0E - JK0H JK0J - JK0V - JK0Y - JK1A

36 32

38 33

TYRE PRESSURES in PSI (when cold) (continued)

Versions

Vehicle type

See vehicle identification plate

Tyre dimensions

Wheel dimensions

Non-motorway use

- Front

- Rear

Motorway use (1)

- Front

- Rear

Emergency spare wheel

Intermediate emergency spare wheel

(wheel which is smaller than the other four wheels)

Tyre pressure monitor

Refer to the information in Section 2 for details about the Tyre pressure monitor function.

Tyre safety and use of snow chains

Refer to the information on Tyres in Section 5 for information on maintenance and, depending on the version, the use of chains.

(1) Special note concerning vehicles used under full load (Maximum Permissible All-Up Weight) and towing a trailer.

The maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressure increased by 3 PSI. Refer to the information on Weights in Section 6.

JK09 - JK0A - JK0B - JK0D - JK0G - JK0K

225/60 R 16 225/55 R 17 245/45 R 18 225/55 R 17 245/45 R 18

2.0 16V - 2.0T - 1.9 dCi 3.5 V6

JK00 - JK0F

JK0L - JK0N - JK0U - JK1B - JK1D

6.5 J 16

32 32

33 32

33 33 35 39 41

7 J 17 7.5 J 18 7 J 17 7.5 J 18

33 32

35 33

JK0P - JK0S

35 32

39 35

36 33

41 36

0.07

0.08

Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle

RENAULT card: general information, use, deadlocking .............................................................................. 1.02 ➟ 1.08

Doors Engine immobiliser Headrests - Seats Seat belts Additional methods of restraint

Child safety Deactivating frontal passenger airbags Driver’s position Instrument panel

Steering wheel Clock and exterior temperature Door mirrors Audible and visible signals Lighting and exterior signals Headlight beam adjustment Wipers/Washers Fuel tank (filling with fuel)

....................................................................................................................................................................... 1.09 ➟ 1.14

................................................................................................................................................ 1.15 - 1.16

................................................................................................................................................... 1.17 ➟ 1.21

................................................................................................................................................................ 1.22 ➟ 1.25

........................................................................................................................ 1.26 ➟ 1.31

in addition to seat belt side protection devices

............................................................................................................................................................ 1.32 ➟ 1.41

.................................................................................................................................................... 1.42 ➟ 1.45

.................................................................................................................................................. 1.46 ➟ 1.64

Trip computer and warning system

.................................................................................................................................................................... 1.65

............................................................................................................................................................ 1.67 - 1.68

.................................................................................................................................................... 1.75 ➟ 1.77

................................................................................................................................... 1.26 ➟ 1.32

............................................................................................................................................... 1.30

.......................................................................................................................... 1.37

............................................................................................................ 1.52 ➟ 1.64

...................................................................................................................................... 1.66

............................................................................................................................................. 1.69

.............................................................................................................................. 1.70 ➟ 1.74

............................................................................................................................................. 1.74

.................................................................................................................................. 1.78 - 1.79

1.01

RENAULT CARDS: general information

It enables:

- the doors, tailgate and the fuel

Remote control RENAULT card A

The Card has two buttons, 1 and 2.

filler flap to be locked or unlocked (see the following pages);

- depending on the vehicle, automatic closure of windows and the sunroof (see the Electric window with automatic closing and Sunroof information in Section 3);

- operation of certain devices (e.g.: radio, electrically controlled seats, etc.);

- starting the engine (see the information on Starting the engine in Section 2);

- switching off the See-me-home lighting (refer to the information on Lighting and external signals in Section 1).

1.02

RENAULT CARDS: general information (continued)

It enables:

- automatic unlocking and locking

RENAULT card in Hands-Free mode B

This has three buttons, 1, 2 and 3.

of the doors, tailgate and fuel filler flap, if desired;

- the doors, tailgate and the fuel filler flap to be locked or unlocked intentionally (see the following pages);

- depending on the vehicle, automatic closure of windows and the sunroof (see the Electric window with automatic closing and Sunroof information in Section 3);

- operation of certain devices (e.g.: radio, electrically controlled seats, etc.);

- the engine to be started (see the information on Starting the engine in Section 2);

- operation of the See-me-home lighting (refer to the information on Lighting and external signals in Section 1).

1.03

RENAULT CARDS: general information (continued)

Remote control range

This varies according to the environment: therefore take care when handling the RENAULT card, so that you do not inadvertently lock or unlock the doors.

RENAULT cards A and B are supplied with a battery which should be replaced when the battery indicator light 4 is no longer lit up (see the information on RENAULT card: battery in Section 5).

1.04

Special note: for some vehicles, the RENAULT card records the settings selected by the Card user: the choices for the settings for automatic climate control, some radios, electric seats (if this is stored), the position of the door mirrors, etc. It is therefore advisable always to keep the same RENAULT card so that you can retrieve your personal settings.

Driver’s responsibility

If there is a child (or a pet)

in the vehicle, never leave it unsupervised with the RENAULT card inserted in the reader. With the card in the reader, the engine could be started or electrical equipment such as the electric windows could be operated and there is a risk that a part of their body (neck, arms, hands, etc.) may be trapped. Risk of serious injury.

RENAULT CARDS: general information (continued)

Integral emergency key 5 or separate emergency key 6 (depending on the vehicle)

This is only for use in exceptional circumstances, it is used to lock and unlock the left-hand door when the RENAULT card is not functioning correctly:

- if the vehicle is located in a zone of high electromagnetic radiation;

- when using devices with the same frequency as the card;

- when the RENAULT card battery is drained, flat battery, etc.

For instructions on how to use the emergency key, refer to the paragraph on Locking/Unlocking the doors.

Once you have entered the vehicle with the emergency key, insert the RENAULT card into the card reader in order to start the vehicle.

Replacement/need for an additional RENAULT card

If you lose your RENAULT card or require another, you can obtain one from your RENAULT Dealer.

If a RENAULT card is replaced, it will be necessary to take the vehicle and all RENAULT cards to your RENAULT Dealer to initialise the system.

You can use up to four RENAULT cards per vehicle.

Faulty RENAULT card

Make sure that the batteries are always in good condition: they have a service life of approximately two years.

See RENAULT card: batteries in Section 5.

1.05

REMOTE CONTROL RENAULT CARD: use

Locking the doors

Unlocking the doors

Press unlocking button 1. The hazard warning lights flash

once to indicate that the doors have been unlocked.

Special notes (for some countries):

- pressing button 1 unlocks the driver’s door only,

- pressing twice on button 1 unlocks all the doors and tailgate.

Press locking button 2. The hazard warning lights flash

twice to indicate that the doors are locked:

- if a front door is open or not closed properly, the doors and tailgate will not lock and the hazard warning lights will not flash;

- if one of the other doors or tailgate is open or not closed properly, the hazard warning lights will not flash.

1.06

RENAULT CARD IN HANDS-FREE MODE: use

Locking the doors

With the doors closed, walk away

Hands-Free mode

Unlocking the doors

Walk up to your vehicle carrying your RENAULT card.

As soon as you grip one of the handles (doors or tailgate), the locks will open automatically.

The hazard warning lights flash once to indicate that the doors have been unlocked.

from the vehicle carrying your RENAULT card: the doors will lock automatically.

Note: the distance at which the vehicle locks depends on the surroundings.

The hazard warning lights flash

twice and the side indicator lights light up (for approximately ten

seconds) to indicate that the doors have been locked. A beep also sounds.

This beep can be chosen from a list of several options or turned off. Consult your RENAULT Dealer.

Operation in manual mode

If you wish, you can exit the HandsFree mode by pressing button 1 or 2; you will then switch to manual mode and operation of the RENAULT card is the same as that described in the section entitled Remote control RENAULT card: use.

Returning to Hands-Free mode

Hands-Free mode returns automatically each time the vehicle ignition is switched on.

Distance lighting function

This can, for example, identify the vehicle from a distance when parked in a car park.

The side lights, dipped lights, indicator lights and interior lights light up for approximately 30 seconds when button 3 is pressed.

Note: pressing button 3 again during the 30 seconds turns the lights off.

Never leave your vehicle without first removing the RENAULT card.

1.07

DEADLOCKING

Special notes for Hands-Free mode

Activating the deadlocking deactivates Hands-Free mode.

To unlock the doors, you must press button 1 (refer to the information in the section on RENAULT card in Hands-Free mode: use).

Hands-Free mode returns automatically each time the vehicle ignition is switched on.

Deadlocking the doors (for some countries)

This allows you to lock the doors and tailgate and to prevent the doors from being unlocked with the interior handles (for example, by breaking the window and then trying to open the door from the inside).

1.08

To activate deadlocking:

- either press button 2 twice, briefly;

- or press and hold down button 2.

The hazard warning lights flash four times to indicate that the vehicle is locked.

Note: deadlocking is not possible if the hazard warning lights or the side lights are lit.

Never use deadlocking if someone is still inside the vehicle.

OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS

Opening the doors from the outside

Once the doors have been unlocked using the RENAULT card, hold handle 1 and pull it towards you to open the door.

Opening the doors from the inside

Pull handle 2.

Lights-on warning buzzer

If you have left the lights switched on after turning off the ignition, a warning buzzer will sound when a door is opened (to prevent the battery from going flat, etc.).

1.09

OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS (continued)

Special note

This function also inhibits the rear climate control controls (refer to the information on Automatic climate control in Section 3).

Child safety

Vehicles fitted with switch 3 with integrated indicator light

Press switch 3 to prevent operation of the rear electric windows and rear door opening.

The indicator light in the switch lights up to confirm that the doors are locked.

If there is a fault, you will hear a beep and the warning light will not light up.

1.10

Safety of rear passengers

The driver can inhibit the operation of the rear door electric windows by

pressing switch 3, on the side with the icon.

Driver’s responsibility

Never leave your vehicle without removing the RENAULT card from inside and never leave a child (or a pet) inside. With the key in the ignition the electric windows could be operated and there is a risk that a child or animal may be seriously injured (by trapping his or her neck, arm, hand, etc.). If something gets trapped, reverse the direction of travel as soon as possible by pressing the relevant switch.

Other cases

To prevent the rear doors being opened from the inside move lever 4 on each door and check from the inside that both doors are securely locked.

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS

Locking/unlocking the doors from the outside

This is done using the RENAULT card; see the RENAULT card information in Section 1.

In certain cases, the RENAULT card may not work:

- if the vehicle is located in a zone of high electromagnetic radiation;

- when using appliances operating on the same frequency as the card (mobile phone, etc.);

- when the RENAULT card battery is drained, flat battery, etc.

It is then possible:

- to use the emergency key (integrated into the Card or separate, depending on the vehicle) for the front left-hand door;

- to lock each of the doors manually;

- to use the door locking/unlocking control inside the vehicle (refer to the information on Locking/unlocking from the inside in Section 1).

Using the integral emergency key 2

Remove cover A from the front lefthand door (using the tip of the emergency key) in notch 1.

Move it upwards to remove cover A.

Insert key 2 into the lock and lock or unlock the door.

1.11

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS (continued)

Using the separate emergency key 3 (depending on the vehicle)

Insert key 3 in the left-hand door and lock or unlock the door.

1.12

Locking the doors manually

With the door open, pivot bolt 4 (using a flat-blade screwdriver or similar tool) and close the door.

This means that the doors are then locked from the outside.

The door can then be opened only from inside the vehicle.

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS (continued)

Locking the doors without the RENAULT card

With the ignition off and a front door open, press switch 5 for more

than five seconds. When the door is closed, all the

doors will be locked. Unlocking the vehicle from the

outside will only be possible with the RENAULT card.

Control for locking/unlocking from the inside

Switch 5 simultaneously controls the doors, the tailgate and the fuel filler flap.

If an opening element (door or tailgate) is open or not closed properly, the opening element locks/unlocks quickly.

Never leave your vehicle with the RENAULT card inside.

Opening element status indicator light

With the ignition on, the indicator

light integrated in the switch informs you of the opening element locking status:

- when the indicator light is lit, the doors are locked,

- When the indicator light is not lit, the doors are unlocked.

When you lock the doors, the indicator light remains lit for approximately one minute, then goes out.

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 your vehicle in the event of an emergency.

1.13

RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE (RAID)

You must first decide if you want to activate this function.

To activate

With the ignition on, press the central door locking button 1 on the locking side (padlock side) for approximately 5 seconds, until you hear the beep.

To deactivate

With the ignition on, press the central door locking button 1 on the unlocking side (opposite the padlock) for approximately 5 seconds, until you hear the beep.

Operating principle

When the vehicle is started, the system automatically locks the doors when you are driving at approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) and over.

The door can be unlocked:

- when stationary, by opening a front

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 your vehicle in the event of an emergency.

door.

Note: if a door is opened, it will lock again automatically when the vehicle reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h);

- by pressing door unlocking button 1.

Operating faults

If you find an operating fault (no automatic locking, the indicator light incorporated in button 1 does not light up when trying the lock the doors and tailgate, etc.), firstly check that the doors and tailgate are properly closed. If they are closed correctly, consult your RENAULT Dealer.

1.14

24045

ENGINE IMMOBILISER

This prevents the vehicle being driven by anyone not in possession of the vehicle’s RENAULT card.

The vehicle is automatically protected a few seconds after the engine is switched off.

Operating principle

As soon as the system recognises that the card is present, indicator light 1 lights up continuously for a few seconds and then goes out.

The vehicle has recognised the code and the engine can be started.

If the vehicle does not recognise the code, indicator light 1 and reader 2 will flash continuously (rapid flashing) and the vehicle cannot be started.

Any work or modification

to the engine immobiliser

(computer, wiring, etc.)

may be dangerous. It must be carried out by a qualified RENAULT technician.

1.15

24045

ENGINE IMMOBILISER (continued)

Operating fault warning light

If warning light 1 continues to flash or remains constantly lit when the card is present but not recognised, this indicates an operating fault in the system.

If there is a fault and/or if the Hands-Free RENAULT card is not recognised, insert the Card into the Card reader 2.

Indicator lights

Vehicle protection indicator light

A few seconds after the engine has been switched off, warning light 1 will flash continuously.

1.16

If the RENAULT card is faulty (rapid flashing of warning light 1 and the Card reader), if possible, use the second RENAULT card (supplied with the vehicle).

Call your RENAULT Dealer who alone is capable of repairing the engine immobiliser.

FRONT HEADREST

To adjust the headrest

Pull the headrest upwards to the desired height.

To lower the headrest

Press button 1 and lower the headrest to the desired height.

The headrest is a safety component, check that it is fitted and in the

correct position: the top of your head should be in line with the top

of the headrest.

To remove the headrest

Lift the headrest to its highest position. Press button 2 and lift the headrest until it comes free.

Note: when the headrest has been removed, ensure rods 3 remain in the same position.

To refit the headrest

If the rod setting has been altered, withdraw the rods 3 as far as possible by pulling upwards (check their alignment and cleanliness) and ensure that the notches are facing forward.

Insert the headrest rods into the holes (tilt the seatback backwards if necessary).

Push the headrest downwards until it clicks and check that it is properly locked.

Press button 1 and push down the headrest as far as it will go.

1.17

FRONT SEATS WITH MANUAL CONTROLS

To move a seat forwards or backwards

Lift lever 1 to unlock the seat. When the seat is in the required position, release the lever and ensure that the seat is locked in place.

To recline the seatback

Lift lever 4 and tilt the seatback to the desired position.

To adjust the lumbar support on the driver’s seat:

Pull handle 2.

To adjust the driver’s seat height:

Move lever 3 as many times as necessary:

- upwards to raise the seat;

- downwards to lower the seat.

For safety reasons, carry out any adjustments when the vehicle is stationary.

We would advise you not to recline the seatbacks too far back to ensure that the effectiveness of the seat

belts is not reduced. Make sure that the seatback is

locked in place correctly. No objects should be placed on the

floor (in the area in front of the driver) as these objects could slide under the pedal during braking manoeuvres, thus obstructing its use.

1.18

FRONT SEATS WITH ELECTRIC CONTROL

Switches 1 and 3 recall the stored seat positions: switch 1 is used to adjust the seat base and switch 3 is used to adjust the seatback.

For equipped vehicles, button 2 is used for storing the chosen driving position. It is possible to store a driving position using the RENAULT card.

The system operates:

- when the Hands-Free RENAULT card is detected or, depending on the vehicle, the remote control RENAULT card is in the accessories position in the card reader;

- on vehicles fitted with button 2; this can also be used to open the driver’s door, with the ignition switched off, for approximately 40 minutes.

Seat adjustments: switch 1

• To move forwards

Move it forwards.

• To move backwards

Move it backwards.

• To raise

Lift the rear of the switch.

• To lower

Lower the rear of the switch.

Seat adjustments: switch 3

To recline the seatback

Move the switch forward or backwards.

Adjusting the lumbar support of the driver’s seat

Move handle 4.

We would advise you not to recline the seatbacks too far back to ensure that

seat belts is not reduced. Make sure that the seatback is

locked in place correctly. No objects should be placed on

the floor (in the area in front of the driver) as these objects could slide under the pedal during braking manoeuvres, thus obstructing its use.

the effectiveness of the

For safety reasons, carry out any adjustments when the vehicle is stationary.

1.19

STORING THE DRIVER’S SEAT POSITION

It is possible to store a driving position using the RENAULT card.

A driving position includes the driver’s seat position and door mirror settings.

When a driving position is stored, the seat and door mirror settings linked to the RENAULT card used are automatically recalled when the doors are unlocked and opened using the RENAULT card.

The system operates:

- when the Hands-Free RENAULT card is detected or, depending on the vehicle, the remote control RENAULT card is in the accessories position in the card reader;

- when the driver’s door is opened, with the ignition off, for approximately 40 minutes.

Driver’s seat memory procedure

With the ignition turned on, adjust the seat using switches 1 and 3 (see information on Front seats with electric control in Section 1).

Press button 2 until you hear a beep: the driving position is stored.

Repeat this procedure for each of the RENAULT cards.

Recalling a stored position

With the vehicle stationary, briefly

press button 2. Note: recall of the stored position is

interrupted if one of the seat

adjustment buttons is pressed during recall.

When driving, it is possible to adjust the driving position, but it is not possible to recall a driving position.

Special case

Several Hands-Free cards present in the vehicle.

In this case:

- there is no automatic recall;

- it is possible to recall by inserting the RENAULT card in the card reader and pressing button 2.

1.20

FRONT ARMRESTS HEATED SEATS

Removal/refitting of armrests

It may sometimes be necessary to remove the armrests on equipped vehicles: e.g. when you want to turn

Armrest adjustments

For vehicles fitted with them, lift the armrest up fully then lower it to the desired height.

the front seats (refer to information on Turning the front seats in Section 1).

Removal

- position the armrest horizontally;

- press release button 1 and at the

same time pull the armrest towards you to release it from the seat.

Refitting

- position the armrest vertically (in alignment with the seatback);

- press down on the armrest and at the same time fold it up.

With the engine running, activate switch 2. The indicator light integrated into the switch comes on.

The system, which has a thermostat, decides whether or not the heating is needed.

1.21

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