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ACEA A3 / B3 / B4
Brief overview
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Tyre pressures ....................................................................................................... 0.04
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Adjusting the seats and the driver's position ........................................ 1.16 - 1.17
0.02
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Child restraints ........................................................................................ 1.27
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Warning and indicator lights ................................................................. 1.40
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Horns and headlights ............................................................................... 1.54
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Running in, driving ................................................................................ 2.02
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Heating/Air conditioning ........................................................................ 3.02
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Opening the bonnet ............................................................................................. 4.02
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Levels (engine oil, windscreen washer, etc.) ....................................... 4.03
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Emergency spare wheel .......................................................................... 5.02
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Practical advice (replacing the bulbs, fuses, repairs,
operating faults) ................................................................................... 5.02
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➟ 1.57
➟ 2.24
➟ 3.11
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➟ 5.37
CONTENTS
Sections
Getting to know your vehicle ............................................................
Driving ...............................................................................................................
Your comfort .................................................................................................
Maintenance ..................................................................................................
Practical advice ...........................................................................................
Technical specifications ........................................................................
Alphabetical index ....................................................................................
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
0.03
TYRE PRESSURES
(in bar or kg/cm2, when cold)
Ty re s iz e s
(original fittings)
Wheel sizes 6 J 16
Front 3.8 3.9 3.8 4.2
Rear 3.8 4.3 4.4 4.75
Spare wheel 3.8 4.3 4.4 4.75
Special features of 205/75 R 16 tyres
These tyres cannot be fitted with chains. Contact your RENAULT Dealer.
195/65 R 16 215/65 R 16 225/65 R 16 205/75 R 16
0.04
Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle
Keys - Remote control units ................................................................................................................ 1.02 - 1.05
Doors .................................................................................................................................................... 1.05
Dropside with side panels ................................................................................................................... 1.11 - 1.12
Anti-intrusion alarm ............................................................................................................................. 1.13 - 1.14
Engine immobiliser ......................................................................................................................................... 1.15
Seats .................................................................................................................................................................. 1.16
Headrests .......................................................................................................................................................... 1.17
Seat belts ............................................................................................................................................... 1.18
Front seat belt pretensioners .......................................................................................................................... 1.20
Airbag .................................................................................................................................................. 1.20
Child safety ........................................................................................................................................... 1.27
Driver’s position .................................................................................................................................. 1.36
Instrument panel ................................................................................................................................. 1.40
Clock ................................................................................................................................................................. 1.51
Exterior temperature ....................................................................................................................................... 1.51
Rear-view mirrors ............................................................................................................................................ 1.52
Windscreen wipers ........................................................................................................................................... 1.53
Buzzers / Lights .................................................................................................................................. 1.54
Electrical headlight beam adjustment ........................................................................................................... 1.56
Fuel tank ............................................................................................................................................... 1.58 - 1.59
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➟ 1.35
➟ 1.24
➟ 1.35
➟ 1.39
➟ 1.50
➟ 1.57
1.01
KEYS/REMOTE CONTROL UNITS
1 2
1 Radio frequency remote controls,
ignition key, key for doors and
fuel filler cap.
1.02
2 Ignition key, key for doors and
fuel filler cap.
If there is a child (or a pet)
in the vehicle, never leave
it unattended with the key
in the ignition. With the
key in the ignition he or she could
start the engine or operate
electrical equipment such as the
electric windows and there is a risk
that the child may be injured (by
trapping his or her neck, arm,
hand, etc.). Risk of serious injury.
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL
Locking/unlocking the doors
Press the remote control unit for
approximately one second (indicator
light 2 lights up) to lock (side B)or
A
B
1
2
The remote control 1 locks and
unlocks the doors.
It is supplied by a battery which
must be replaced when battery
warning light 2 no longer lights up.
(Refer to the informationon Locking
remote control unit: batteries).
to unlock (side A).
Locking is indicated by two flashes
of the hazard warning lights.
Note: depending on the vehicle, if
either a door or the boot lid is open
or not properly closed, the hazard
warning lights will not flash.
Unlocking is indicated by the
hazard warning lights flashing once.
Remote control unit operating
range
This varies according to the
surroundings: therefore when
handling the remote control, be
carefulthatyoudonot
inadvertently lock or unlock the
doors!
Note: on certain vehicles, if a door is
not opened within approximately
30 seconds of the door being
unlocked by remote control, the
doors will lock again automatically.
Interference
Operation of the remotecontrol may
be disrupted by equipment being
used close to the vehicle (e.g.
external equipment or the use of
devices which operate on the same
frequency as the remote control).
If you lose your keys or need
another set of keys (or a remote
control), contact your RENAULT
Dealer.
• If a remote control is replaced,
it will be necessary to take the
vehicle and all sets of keys to
your RENAULT Dealer to
initialise the system.
• It is not possible to use more
than two remote control units
for one vehicle.
Make sure that the batteries are
always in good condition - they
last for approximately two years.
Refer to the Electric remote
control door locking: batteries
section of the driver's handbook
for the procedure for changing
the batteries.
1.03
INTERIOR ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKING CONTROL
Note: central locking is neutralised
when a door is opened.
1
From inside with the electric
central locking 1
This enables the all the doors
to be locked simultaneously.
To lock, press the switch on the
opposite side to that in the diagram.
1.04
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.
NOTE
The front doors cannot be locked
if the door is open.
RAID (RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE)
You must first decide if you want to
activate this function.
To activate
With the ignition on, press central
door locking button 1on the locking
side (opposite the symbol) and hold
for approx. 5 seconds, until you
hear the operating noise (unlocking/
locking).
To deactivate it
With the ignition on, press central
door locking button 1 on the
unlocking side (symbol side) and
hold for approximately 5 seconds,
until you hear the operating noise
(locking/unlocking).
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.
Operating principle
When the vehicle moves off, the
system automatically locks the
doors and boot as soon as a speed of
4 mph (6 km/h) is reached.
The door is unlocked
- by opening a front door.
Note: Ifareardoorisopened,it
will automatically be relocked
when the vehicle reaches a speed
of approximately 4 mph (6 km/h).
- by pressing the door unlocking
button 1.
1
Operating faults
If you note that the system is not
operating correctly (automatic
locking does not take place), first
check that all the doors have been
properly closed. If they are closed
correctly, contact your RENAULT
Dealer.
Also make sure that locking has not
been deactivated inadvertently.
If this is the case, switch theignition
off and on again and reactivate the
system as described above.
1.05
FRONT DOORS
1
2
Warning buzzer
3
When one of the front doors is
opened, a warning buzzer will
sound to indicate that the
headlights are still on when the
engine has been switched off (to
prevent discharge of the battery).
4
Opening the doors from the
outside
Unlock one of the front doors 2 or,
depending on the vehicle, the
driver's door lock.
Usetheremotecontrolifthe
function is available on the vehicle.
Pull lever 1 towards you and open
the door.
Closing from the outside
Push the door until it catches
automatically. Lock it via lock 2 or
use the remote control.
1.06
Opening the doors from the
inside
Pull handle 4 andpushopenthe
door.
Closing from the inside
Pull the door until it catches
automatically.
Manual locking
With the door closed, lock the door
by pressing button 3.
NOTE
The front doors cannot be locked
if the door is open.
As a safety precaution,
the doors should only be
opened or closed when
the vehicle is stationary.
SIDE HINGED DOORS
1
2
3
Opening the doors from the
outside
Pull handle 1 towards you after
unlocking the door from the inside.
Closing from the outside
Push the door until it catches
automatically.
Opening from the inside
Pull handle 3 and push the door.
Closing from the inside
Pull the door until it catches
automatically.
Manual locking
With the door closed, lock the door
by pressing button 2.
1.07
SLIDING SIDE OPENING DOORS
2
3
1
Opening the doors from the
outside
Unlock front door lock 1 with a key,
or, for vehicles equipped with
remote control, use the remote
control unit. Pull lever 3 towards
you and slide the door towards the
rear.
Closing from the outside
Slide the door towards the front of
the vehicle holding fixed door
handle 2 until the door is fully
closed.
Lock it with key 1 or use the remote
control.
4
5
6
Opening the doors from the
inside
Pull handle 5 towards the rear and
open the sliding door to the point
where it locks into position.
Closing from the inside
Holding handle 4, slide the door
until it catches automatically.
Manual locking
Use button 6.
Recommendations concerning the sliding side door.
Appropriate precautions
must be taken when
opening or closing the sliding door,
as is the case for any of the doors or
the boot on the vehicle:
• Check that the door will not
come into contact with a person's
arm or hand, an animal's paw or
an object.
• Use only the handles on the
inside and outside of the door to
operate it.
• Take care when opening and
closing the door.
• Take particular care when the
vehicle is parked on a slope:
open the door with care until it is
fully open and latches into its
locking position.
• Before moving off, always ensure
that the sliding door is properly
closed.
1.08
REAR DOORS
1
2
Opening the doors from the
outside
Unlock 2 with the door key, or for
vehicles equipped with one, use the
remote control. Pull handle 1
towards you and open the
right-hand door.
Thereisnodeviceto
restrain the doors in the
wind.
3
Pull handle 3 andopenthe
left-hand door.
4
Opening the doors to 180°
Remove check-strap 4 from its
housing. Open the door as far as
possible.
1.09
REAR DOORS (continued)
5
6
7
9
8
Opening the doors to 270°
Release the tie-rod from its housing
as for opening to 180°. Open the
door fully to its stops on magnets 5
located on the side panels.
Closing from the outside
Return the doors to almost-closed
position and slam them shut.
Lock with the key.
1.10
Opening the doors from the
inside
Lift handle 7 andpushthe
right-hand door.
Pull down handle 9 andopenthe
left-hand door.
Closing from the inside
Starting with the left-hand door,
return the doors to an almost-closed
position and then slam them shut.
Use handle 6.
Locking, unlocking
Use button 8.
Start by closing the left-hand
door and then close the
right-hand door.
DROPSIDE WITH SIDE PANELS
1
A
Opening the rear panel A
Check that the retaining cables 2 are
properly attached.
Lower the levers 1 completely.
Lower the rear panel.
Folding the rear panel A
Release hooks 3 and lower the rear
panel completely.
2
3
A
Removing the rear side panel
from its hinges A
This operation can only be carried
out after removing the left-hand
side panel from its hinges (refer to
the following page).
With the side panel in horizontal
position, release hooks 3 and slide
the side panel towards the left.
Closing the rear panel A
Proceedinthereverseorderto
opening. Check that the levers are
properly locked 1.
4
Foot panel 4
Gently raise and lower the plate.
1.11
DROPSIDE WITH SIDE PANELS (continued)
5
A
6
Opening a side panel B
• The rear panel A is closed
Lower lever 5 completely. It is
essential to unfasten hook 6.
Lower lever 7 and side panel B
completely.
• The rear panel A is suspended
Lower lever 7 completely and
lower side panel B.
B
7
Removing a side panel from its
hinges B
With the side panel on its side,
release hook 6 and slide the side
panel towards the rear.
Closing a side panel B
Proceedinthereverseorderto
opening. Check that levers 5 and 7
are correctly locked.
Special note
The panels are designed so that a
tonneau cover with tensioning
devices can be attached.
8
The lower bars 8 cannot support a
person's weight.
Whenever loading, take care to
follow local laws regarding the
transport of objects, e.g.:
- draw attention to any object
which exceeds the length of the
bed;
- check that the vehicle's exterior
lights and number plate are still
visible;
- secure transported objects using
the lashing rings on the loading
bed, etc.
1.12
ANTI-INTRUSION ALARM
It protects the vehicle by performing
the following functions:
- volumetric protection of the front
passenger compartment using an
ultrasound field;
- protection of the passenger
compartment perimeter;
- protection of the rear cell
perimeter and bonnet;
- surveillance in the event of an
attempt to start the engine with an
incorrect ignition key;
- surveillance in the event of horn
power supply cut-off.
Before activating the alarm
function
Check that:
- the windows and doors are
properly closed;
- there are no passengers, animals
or objects inside the vehicle which
could move and set off the alarm.
Otherwise, it will be necessary to
disable promptly the spatial
protection, refer to the section on
disabling the spatial protection.
1
Spatial protection is disabled (in
the event, for example, of there
being a moving object or animal in
the vehicle).
Press the locking side 1 of the
remote control locking unit, the
horn will bleep to confirm
disablement.
It remains disabled even if you
press the locking side 1 of the
remote control locking unit several
times.
Disablement is cancelled each time
the doors are unlocked.
1.13
ANTI-INTRUSION ALARM (continued)
Activating the alarm function
The alarm is set when the doors are
locked with the remote control unit.
This is signalled by the hazard
warning lights flashing twice
When the alarm function is
activated, any detection leads to the
alarm being triggered and the
hazard warning lights flashing for
around 25 seconds.
After approximately 5 seconds, if
the detection continues, the system
will start once more for
approximately 25 seconds and then
again (8 to 10 times, depending on
the type of detection).
Beyond that, there is no more
surveillance until the doors are next
unlocked/locked.
Deactivating the alarm function
The alarm, even when triggered,
stops:
- when the doors are unlocked with
the remote control unit;
- when the vehicle ignition is
switched on.
Deactivation is indicated by the
hazard warning lights flashing
once.
The absence of flashing
hazard warning lights
when the alarm is set
indicates that a door or
the bonnet is open or incorrectly
closed: check. If this is not the
case, contact your RENAULT
Dealer.
1.14
Failure of the hazard
warning lights to flash
when the alarm is
deactivated indicates that
the alarm was triggered during
your absence.
Opening the doors with the
key doesnot stop thealarm;
it must be stopped using
the remote control unit or
by switching on the ignition.
ENGINE IMMOBILISER
1
Immobiliser warning light
This prevents the vehicle
being driven by anyone not in
possession of the vehicle's coded
ignition key.
Anyworkonormodification to the engine
immobiliser system
(computers, wiring, etc.)
may be dangerous. Work must be
carried out by qualified
RENAULT personnel.
Operating principle
The vehicle is automatically
protected a few seconds after the
key is removed from the ignition.
If the vehicle does not recognise the
ignition key code, warning light 1
will flash continuously and the
engine cannot be started.
• Engine immobiliser operation
indicator light
When the ignition is switched on,
indicator light 1 lights up
continuously for approximately
threesecondsandthengoesout.
The vehicle has recognised the
code.Youcanthenstartthe
engine.
• Vehicle protection indicator light
A few seconds after the ignition
has been switched off, indicator
light 1 will flash continuously.
The vehicle will not be protected
until the keyhas been taken out of
the ignition.
• Operating fault warning light
After the ignition has been
switched on, if warning light 1
remains continuously lit or
continues to flash, this indicates
an operating fault in the system.
In all cases,itisessential to
contact a RENAULT Dealer. Only
RENAULT Dealers are qualified to
repair the engine immobiliser.
If the coded ignition key is faulty,
use the second key (supplied with
the vehicle). If you do not have
access to this, it is essential to
contact a RENAULT Dealer. Only
RENAULT Dealers are authorised to
repair the engine immobiliser
system.
1.15
SEATS
1
5
4
3
2
Frontseatadjustment
To move forwards or backwards
Lift bar 1 to release. Release the bar
once the seat is in the correct
position and ensure that the seat is
fully locked into position.
To tilt the seatback
Use lever 4.
To adjust the height of the seat base
Adjustment is made in two stages:
For the front section of the seat, lift
lever 2.
For the rear section of the seat, lift
lever 3.
1.16
Heated seats
Press switch 5, an operating
light will light up on the instrument
panel.
We would advise you not to
recline the seatbacks too far
to ensure that the
effectiveness of the seat
beltsisnotreduced.
Make sure the seatback is locked in
place correctly.
Nothing should be placed on the
floor (area in front of driver) as
such objects may slide under the
pedal during sudden braking
manoeuvres and obstruct its use.
HEADREST
A
1
D
B
Adjustment
To fit it
Simply slide it up.
To lower it
Press tab A and lower it at the same
time.
To remove the headrest
Raise the headrest and then press
tabs A and B to release it.
C
To fit the headrest
Fit the rods into the sleeves, with
the notches towards the front, and
push the headrest down until the
desired height is reached, pressing
tab A at the same time.
Special case
If the vehicle is fitted with a bench
seat on the passenger side C and a
partition D, it is not possible to
remove side headrest 1.
As the headrest is a safety
component, check its
presence and correct
positioning: the distance
between your head and the
headrest should be minimal, the
top of the headrest should be as
close as possible to the top of your
head.
1.17
FRONT SEAT BELTS
Always wear your seat belt when
travelling in your vehicle. You must
also comply with the local
legislation of the particular country
you are in.
Before driving off:
- First ensure that your driving
position is correct.
- thenadjustyourseatbelttoobtain
the best possible protection.
Incorrectly adjusted seat
belts may cause injuries
in the event of an
accident.
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.
Adjusting your driving position
• Sitwellbackinyourseat(having
removed your coat or jacket).
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 be able to fully depress the
clutch pedal. The seatback should
be adjusted so that your arms are
slightly bent when you hold the
steering wheel.
• Adjust the position of your
headrest.
For maximum safety, the top of
your head should be in line with
the top of the headrest.
• Adjust the height of the seat base.
This adjustment allows you to
select the seat position which
offers you the best possible
vision.
1
2
Adjusting the seat belts
Sit with your back firmly against the
seatback.
Shoulder strap 1 should be as close
tothebaseofyourneckaspossible
but not on it.
The lap strap 2 should be worn flat
over your thighs and against your
pelvis.
Thebeltshouldbewornsothatitis
as close to your body as possible.
Avoid wearing heavy clothing or
keeping bulky objects under the
belts.
1.18
FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)
3
Adjusting the height of the seat
belt
Press button 3 to select the position
you require so that shoulder strap 1
is worn as described above.
Make sure that the seat belt is
locked in position correctly after
you have adjusted it.
4
6
5
6
To fasten
Unwind the belt slowly and
smoothly and ensure that tongue 4
locks into buckle 6 (check that it is
locked by pulling on tongue 4). If
thebeltjams,allowittorunback
before attempting to unwind it
again.
To fasten (continued)
If your belt becomes completely
jammed:
- pull the belt slowly but firmly so
that just over an inch (3 cm)
unwinds;
- then allow the belt to rewind
automatically;
-unwinditagain;
- if the fault is still present, contact
your RENAULT Dealer.
Unlocking
Press button 5 on buckle 6 and the
seat belt will be rewound by the
inertia reel.
Guide the buckle to help the
operation.
1.19
METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS
Depending on the version, these
include:
■ Seat belt pretensioners (described
below).
■ Driver andfront passenger airbags
(described on the following pages).
The passenger airbagprotects the
front passenger(s) (depending on
whether there is a conventional
seat or a bench seat in the front).
Thesesystemsareprovidedtoact
independently or together when the
vehicle is subjected to frontal
impacts.
There are three possibilities,
depending on the force of the
impact:
- protection is provided by the belt
only;
- the pretensioner is triggered to
rectify belt position and take up
play in the belt;
- the airbag will inflate in the most
severe cases.
1
Frontseatbeltpretensioners
This system is only operational
when the ignition is switched on.
If the vehicle is subject to a severe
frontal impact, piston 1
immediately retracts the seat belt
buckle pulling the seat belt tight
against the body and thereby
improving its efficiency.
• No operation whatsoever is
• To avoid premature triggering of
• Testing of the electric trigger
• When the vehicle is scrapped,
• After an accident, have
the entire restraint
system checked
permitted on any part of the
system (pretensioners, airbags,
computers, wiring) and the
system components must not be
reused on any other vehicle,
even if identical.
the system which may cause
injury, only qualified RENAULT
Networkpersonnelmayworkon
the pretensioner and airbag
system.
system may only be carried out
by a specially trained technician
using special equipment.
contact your RENAULT Dealer
fordisposalofthepretensioner
and airbag gas generators.
1.20
METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)
Driver and passenger airbags
An airbag may be provided for both
the driver and the front passenger.
Airbag inscriptions on the steering
wheel and dashboard together with
a label on the lower part of the
windscreen indicate that the
vehicle is equipped with airbags.
The passenger airbagprotects the
front passenger(s) (according to
whether there is a conventional
seat or a bench seat in the front).
Each airbag system consists of:
- an airbag and gas generator fitted
on the steering wheel for the
driverandinthedashboardforthe
front passenger;
- a computer for both systems,
which includes the impact sensor
and a monitor controlling the
electrical trigger system for the gas
generator;
- A single warning light on
the instrument panel.
1.21
METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)
Operating faults
Warning light 1 lightsuponthe
1
Driver and passenger airbags
(continued)
Operation
The system is only operational
when the ignition is switched on
(ignition key in M position).
If a severe frontal impact occurs,
the airbag(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 airbag then deflates
immediately so that the passengers
are not impeded in any way when
they get out of the vehicle.
instrument panel when the ignition
is turned on and then goes out after
a few seconds.
If it does not light up when the
ignition is switched on, or comes on
when the engine is running, there is
a fault in the system.
Consult your RENAULT Dealer as
soon as possible. Your protection
will be reduced until this fault is
rectified.
Theairbagsystemuses
the principles of pyrotechnics. Therefore, when
the airbag inflates, it will
generate noise, heat and smoke
upon detonation, this does not
meanthatafireisabouttostart.
In a situation where an airbag is
required, it will inflate
immediately and this may cause
some minor, superficial grazing
to the skin.
1.22
METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)
Warnings concerning the driver’sairbag
• Do not adjust the steering wheel or the cushion.
A
• Do not attach any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the
• The steering wheel must not be removed (except by qualified personnel
• Do not sit too close to the steering wheel. Sit with your arms slightly bent
• Do not cover the steering wheel cushion.
steering wheel cushion.
from the RENAULT network).
(see “Adjusting your driving position” in Section 1). This will allow
sufficient space for the airbag to inflate properly and be fully effective.
All the warnings beloware given so
that, if the airbag is activated, it is
notobstructedinanywayandalso
to prevent the risk of serious
injuries caused by items which may
be dislodged when the airbag
inflates.
Warnings for passenger airbag: location A
• Do not attach or glue any objects (pins, badges, clock, telephone holder,
etc.) to the dashboard in the proximity of the airbag housing.
• Nothing should be placed 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 be sustained. As a general rule, keep all
parts of the body (knees, hands, head, etc.) well away from the dashboard.
A REAR-FACING CHILD/BABY SEAT MUST NOT BE FITTED
TO THE PASSENGER SEAT IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED
WITH A PASSENGER AIRBAG.
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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)
All of the warnings below are given so that the airbag 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 airbag inflates.
The airbag is designed to complement the action of the seat belt. Both the airbags and seat belts 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 of the vehicle are exposed to a risk of serious injury in the event of an accident. The risk of minor
always possible with airbags.
If the vehicle should overturn, or in the event of a rear impact, however severe, the pretensioners and airbags are not
always triggered. These systems may, however, be triggered by shocks to the vehicle underbody, e.g. from kerbs,
potholes, stones, etc.
• It is strictly forbidden to work on or modify any part of the airbag system (electronic units, wiring, etc.). Such work
• To ensure that the system is in good working order and to avoid accidental triggering of the system which may cause
• As a safety precaution, have the airbag system checked if your vehicle has been involved in an accident, stolen or
• 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 your RENAULT Dealer for disposal of the gas generator(s).
superficial injuries occurring when the airbag is deployed may also increase, although such minor injuries are
must only be undertaken by qualified RENAULT Network personnel.
injury, only qualified Renault Network personnel may work on the airbag system.
broken into.
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REAR SEAT BELTS
1
2
Rear side seat belts
(Vehicles fitted with rear bench
seats)
The side seat belts are fitted with
specific buckles so that it is not
possible to lock the belt into the
wrong housing: for the first housing
use belt 2; for the second use belt 1.
Rear seat belts with inertia reel
The belts are fastened, unfastened
and adjusted in the same way as the
front belts.
Slowly unwind the belt.
Click the tongue into the buckle.
Make sure that the rear
bench seat is locked in
position correctly so that
the seat belts will operate
efficiently.
Refer to the information on the
rear seat in Section 3.
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