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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)
All the warnings below are given so
that, if the air bag is activated, it is
notobstructedinanywayandalso
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 either the steering wheel or the steering wheel boss.
• Do not cover the steering wheel boss.
• Do not attach any objects (pin, logo, clock, telephone support, etc.) to the
steering wheel boss.
• The steering wheelmust notbe removed (except by qualified personnel
within the Renault network).
• Do not sit too close to the steering wheel. If you sit with your arms slightly
bent (see information on “Adjusting your driving position” in section 1), it
will ensure that there is sufficient space for the air bag to inflate properly
and to be fully effective.
Warnings concerning the passenger air bag: location1
•Do not attach or affix with adhesive any objects (pin, logo, clock, telephone
support, etc.) on the dashboard near where the air bag is located.
• Do not place anything between the dashboard and the passenger (animal,
umbrella, walking stick, parcels, etc.).
• The passenger must not put his or her feet on the dashboard as there is a
risk that serious injuries may be sustained. As a general rule, keep all parts
of the body (knees, hands, heads, etc.) well away from the dashboard.
A REAR-FACING CHILD/BABY SEAT MUST NOT BE FITTED
TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED
WITH A PASSENGER AIR BAG.
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CHILD SAFETY(continued)
DANGER
A rear-facing child seat must not be fitted to the front passenger seat
if the vehicle is fitted with a passenger air bag. The child may suffer
very serious injuries if the air bag inflates.
Label5(on the dashboard) and label6(on the passenger side sun visor)
remind you of these instructions.
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DEMISTING/DE-ICING
De-icing rear screen
With the engine running,
press button1. (The tell-tale light
illuminates on the instrument
panel.)
This function demists the rear
screen and the electric rear view
mirrors (if these are fitted to the
vehicle).
There are two ways of switching it
off:
- It switches itself off automatically
after operating for 15 minutes.
-By pressing key1again (the
tell-tale light extinguishes).
Demisting the windscreen
Move control2:
Set it at position
Close the dashboard air outlets for
greater efficiency.
This directs the entire flow of air
to the demisting outlets for
the windscreen and front side
windows.
Never remove ice with a scraper.
Switch on the rear screen de-icer
and wipe with a soft damp cloth
when the ice has melted.
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HEATING - VENTILATION WITH TEMPORARY ISOLATION OF THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
Controls
AAir temperature adjustment
BDistribution of air
CAdjustment of amount of air
delivered in passenger compartment
Adjusting the air temperature
Turn buttonA.
Turning the knob to the right
increases the temperature.
Distribution of air in the
passenger compartment
Move controlB.
•Position
All the air flow is directed to the
dashboard vents only.
This selection is not appropriate if
all the air vents are closed.•Position
The air flow is distributed between
the dashboard vents and the
footwells.
•Position
The air flow is distributed between
all the vents, the front side window
demisting vents, the windscreen
demisting vents and the footwells.
•Position
Close the dashboard vents for more
effective demisting.
All the air is directed to the
windscreen and front side window
demisting vents.
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AIR CONDITIONING(continued)
Distribution of air in the
passenger compartment
Move controlB.
•Position
All the air flow is directed to the
dashboard vents.
The selection is not appropriate if
all the air vents are closed.•Position
The air flow is distributed between
the dashboard vents and the
footwells.
•Position
The flow of air is distributed
between all the vents, the front side
window demisting vents, the
windscreen demisting vents and the
footwells.•Position
Close the dashboard vents for more
effective demisting.
All the air is directed to the
windscreen and front side window
demisting vents.
In this position, if the air
conditioning is switched on at the
same time demisting may be more
effective.
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FITTING A RADIO
Fitting a radio
Unclip cover1. Connections: aerial,
+ and – feed, left and right speaker
wires are at the rear. (These are
connected to locations in the
dashboard, the doors and to rear
locations.)
Tweeter speakers
Unclip grille2using a tool such as a
screwdriver to gain access to the
speaker wires.
• In all cases, follow the
manufacturer’s fitting instructions
carefully.
• The specifications of the
supports and wires (available as
a Renault parts accessory) vary
depending on equipment level of
your vehicle and the type of
radio.
To find out their reference,
consult your Renault Dealer.
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