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RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL(continued)
Interference
Interference may be caused to the
operation of the remote control by
factors in the immediate vicinity
(external installations or the use of
equipment operating 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 key is replaced, it will be
necessary to take the vehicle to
your Renault Dealer because
both the vehicle and all the keys
are needed to initialise the
system.
•No more than four keys
(including the remote controls)
canbeusedononevehicle.
If the plip remote control will not
operate:
•Make sure that the batteries are
always in good condition - they
last for approximately two years.
• Check that the remote control is
correctly synchronised.
In both cases refer to the
information on the remote control
batteries in section 5.
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SEAT BELTS(continued)
To fasten
Unwind the beltslowly and
smoothlyand ensure the buckle3
locks into the catch5(check it is
locked by pulling on the buckle3).
If the belt jams, allow it to return
slightly 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 problem persists, consult
your Renault Dealer.
To release
Press button4on the catch5and the
seat belt will be returned by the
inertia reel.
Hold the buckle to help the
operation.
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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS
These are:
OFrontseatbeltpretensioners
OForce limiter
OAir bags for driver and front
passenger
Thesesystemsareprovidedtoact
independently or together when the
vehicle is subjected to a frontal
impact.
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 play;
- if the air bag and force limiter are
triggered, they provide additional
protection in the event of the most
severe impact.
OSide air bags
are provided to activate in the
event of a severe side impact.
Frontseatbeltpretensioners
This system is only operational
when the ignition is switched on.
If the vehicle is subject to a
severefrontalimpact, piston1
immediately retracts the seat belt
buckle pulling the seat belt tight
against the body and thereby
improving its efficiency.•Have the entire restraint
system checked following
an accident.
• No work whatsoever may be
performed on the pretensioner
system (computer, wiring, etc.).
• To avoid incorrect triggering of
the system which may cause
injury, only qualified Renault
Network personnel may work on
the pretensioner system.
• Testing of the electric trigger
system may only be carried
out by a specially trained
technician using special
equipment.
• When scrapping your vehicle,
contact your Renault Dealer for
disposal of the gas generator.
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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS(continued)
Force limiter
Above a certain severity of
impact, this mechanism is used
to limit the force of the belt
againstthebodysothatitisatan
acceptable level.
Warning relating to the
service life of air bags
and pretensioners
The pyrotechnic systems
in air bags and pretensioners
have a limited service life. They
must be replaces after 10 years
and after operation. This must
only be carried out by a Renault
dealer.
Theseatbeltpretensionersand
the air bag operate together. If
one of the systems has passed the
date when it is due for renewal, it
will alter the overall safety
protection provided.
Air bags
for driver and front passenger
An air bag may be provided for both
the driver and the front passenger.
“Air bag” inscriptions on the
steering wheel and dashboard
together with a label on the
passenger's side sun visor indicate
that the vehicle is equipped with air
bags.
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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS(continued)
Airbagfordriverandfront
passenger
(continued)
Each air bag system consists of:
- An air bag and gas generator fitted
on the steering wheel for the
driver and in the dashboard for the
front passenger.
- A computer for both systems
which includes the impact
detector and a monitor controlling
the electrical trigger system for the
gas generator.
- One single tell-tale light1on the
instrument panel.Operation
The system is only operational after
the ignition has been turned on
(ignition key in positionM“ignition
on”).
If a severefrontalimpact occurs, the
air bag(s) inflate(s) in approximately
30 millisecond(s), cushioning the
impact of the driver’s head 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.
Theairbagsystemusesthe
principles of pyrotechnics. This
explains why, when the air bag
inflates, it will generate 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 must inflate
immediately and this may cause
some minor, superficial grazing to
the skin.Operating fault
Tell-tale light1illuminates on the
instrument panel when the ignition
is turned on and then extinguishes
after a few seconds. If it does not
illuminate when the ignition is
turned on or if it flashes, there is a
fault in the system.
Consult your Renault Dealer as soon
as possible. Your protection will be
reduced until this problem is
rectified.
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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS(continued)
Side air bags
This air bag may be fitted to the
front seats and is activated at the
sides of the seats (door side) to
protect the occupants in the event of
aseveresideimpact.
The markings1on the windscreen
will remind you of the presence of
this equipment.
This system will only operate if a
severe side impact occurs.Warnings concerning the side air bag
• Fitting seat covers:Seats equipped with an air bag require special
covers specifically designed for your vehicle. Consult your Renault
Dealer to see if appropriate covers are available from Renault
outlets. The use of any covers other than those designed for your vehicle
(and including those designed for another vehicle) may affect the
operation of these air bags and reduce your protection.
• Do not place any accessories, objects and animals between the seatback
and the door. This may prevent the air bag from operating correctly or
cause injury if the air bag is deployed.
• No work or modification whatsoever may be carried out on the seat, except
by qualified Renault Network personnel.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
The presence and operation of the warning lights, described below, depend on the vehicle equipment and
country.
If these warning lights illuminate,
you must stop as soon as traffic conditions allow.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL(continued)
The presence and operation of the warning lights, described below, depend on the vehicle equipment and
country.
1Not used
Not used
Air bag warning light
This comes on when
the ignition is switched
on and goes out after a few
seconds.
If it does not light up when the
ignitionisswitchedonorifit
flashes, it indicates a fault in
the system. Consult your
Renault Dealer as soon as
possible.
Rear fog light tell-tale
Front fog light tell-tale
Rear screen demisting
tell-tale2Rev counter (scale ×100)
• Up to 3000 rpm,engine
speed not to be exceeded in
the intermediate gears for
economical driving.
•Redshadedarea,engine
speed prohibited
3Fuel gauge
4Coolant temperature indicator
In normal use, the needle
should be below zone4a.
Under severe conditions, the
needle may enter this area but
this is not serious unless the
warning light
comes on.
5Speedometer(km or miles per
hour).6Not used
Low headlight wash/
wipe fluid level
warning light
Topupassoonaspossible.
Not used
Headlight main beam
warning light
Headlight dipped beam
warning light
Windscreen demisting
indicator light
