2010 DACIA DUSTER key

fuel filler cap .......................................................... (current page)
fuel tank capacity ................................................... (current page)
fuel grade ................................................................ (current page)
fuel tank ................................................ (up to the end of the DU)
fuel filler cap .......................................................... (current page)
fuel grade ............................................................... (current page)
1.60
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Réservoir carburant (H79 - Dacia)
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Fuel tank (filling with fuel)
FUEL TANK (1/3)
Usable capacity of the fuel tank:
50 litres approximately.
Fuel filler cap: this is spe-
cific to the vehicle type. If
you have to replace it, make
sure the new cap is of the
same type. Contact an approved
dealer.
Never place the cap near a source
of heat or flame.
Do not wash the filler area with a
high-pressure washer.
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1
To open fuel flap A, insert your finger in
recess B.
To close, push the fuel filler flap A by
hand as far as it will go. Depending
on the vehicle, the cap 1 is unlocked
using the ignition key. If not, it will be
connected to the vehicle by a strip of
plastic. For details on filling the fuel
tank, please refer to the information on
“Filling with fuel”.
There is a cap holder 2 on the fuel filler
flap for holding the cap when the tank is
being filled.
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B

engine immobiliser (switch) .................. (up to the end of the DU)
ignition switch ....................................... (up to the end of the DU)
starting the engine ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
running in .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
2.2
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Rodage / Contacteur de démarrage (H79 - Dacia)
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Running in, Ignition switch
Petrol version
For the first 600 miles (1,000 km), do
not exceed 78 mph (130 km/h) in the
highest gear, or 3,000 to 3,500 rpm.
You may only expect top performance
from your vehicle after approximately
1,800 miles (3,000 km).
S e r v i c e i n t e r v a l s : r e f e r t o t h e
Maintenance Service Booklet for the
vehicle.
Diesel version
For the first 900 miles (1,500 km), do
not exceed 2,500 rpm. After complet -
ing this mileage you may drive faster,
although you may only expect top per-
formance after approximately 3,600
miles (6,000 km).
Do not accelerate hard while the engine
is still cold and do not let the engine
over-rev.
S e r v i c e i n t e r v a l s : r e f e r t o t h e
Maintenance Service Booklet for the
vehicle.
RUNNING IN, IGNITION SWITCH
Stop and steering lock
position St
To lock: remove the key and turn the
steering wheel until the steering column
locks.
To unlock: turn the key and the steering
wheel slightly.
Accessories position A
When the ignition is switched off, any
accessories (radio, etc.) will continue to
function.
Ignition on position M
The ignition is switched on:
– petrol version: the engine may be
started.
– diesel version: the engine is pre -
heating.
Start position D
If the engine fails to start at the first
attempt, the key must be turned back
before the starter can be activated
again.
Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.

driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
starting .................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
starting the engine ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
2.3
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Mise en route / Arrêt du moteur (H79 - Dacia)
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Petrol injection
Engine warm or cold
– Turn the key to the start position
without depressing the accelera -
tor.
– Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.ÉDiesel injection
Turn the ignition key to ignition “On” po-
sition M, and hold this position until the
preheating warning light goes out.
Turn the key to starter position D with-
out depressing the accelerator
pedal.
Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, turn the key
back to “Stop” position St.
Starting the engine
In very cold conditions (temperatures
below –20°C): so that it is easier to
start the engine, switch on the ignition
for several seconds before starting the
engine.
Make sure the engine immobiliser is not
activated. Refer to the information on
the “Engine immobiliser” in Section 1.
Starting/stopping the engine
STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE
Never leave your vehicle with the key or remote control inside and never leave a child (or a pet) unsupervised, even
for a short while.
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.
Never switch off the ignition before the vehicle has stopped completely. Once the engine has stopped, the brake servo,
power assisted steering and passive safety equipment such as air bags wi\
ll no longer operate.
The steering is locked when the key is removed.

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3.11
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Lève-vitres (H79 - Dacia)
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ELECTRIC WINDOWS (3/3)
Locking and unlocking the
rear window controls
(depending on vehicle)
Press the top of switch 11 to lock the
operation of the rear electric windows
or on the bottom of switch 11 to unlock.
Safety of rear occupants
The driver can prevent op -
eration of the rear elec -
tric windows by pressing
switch 11.
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle with the
key or remote control inside and
never leave a child (or a pet) un -
supervised, 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. If any part of the body be -
comes trapped, reverse the direc -
tion of the window immediately by
pressing the relevant switch.
Risk of serious injury.
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Manual window winders
Turn handle 12 to lower or raise the
window to the desired height.
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tailgate ................................................................... (current page)
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Coffre à bagages (H79 - Dacia)
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Luggage compartment
T AILGATE
Manual control
To open, insert the key in the lock and
turn it (movement A).
Remove the key and press button 1 .
Lift the tailgate.
To close, lower the tailgate using inte-
rior handle 2 to help at first.
Once you have lowered the tailgate
to shoulder height, release the interior
handle and finish closing the tailgate by
pressing down on the tailgate from the
outside.
Insert the key in the lock and turn it
(movement B).
Electric central locking
The tailgate is locked and unlocked at
the same time as the doors.
To open, press the button 1 and lift the
tailgate.
To close, lower the tailgate using inte-
rior handle 2 to help at first.
Once you have lowered the tailgate
to shoulder height, release the interior
handle and finish closing the tailgate by
pressing down on the tailgate from the
outside.
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2A
B

keysreplacing the battery ....................... (up to the end of the DU)
practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
battery (remote control) ........................ (up to the end of the DU)
5.30
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Télécommande à radiofréquence : piles (H79 - Dacia)
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Radio frequency remote control: battery
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: battery
Replacing the battery
Unscrew screw 1 then unclip cover 2.
Batteries can be obtained from your
approved dealer. These batteries
should have a service life of approx -
imately two years.
Check that there is no dye on the
battery: risk of an incorrect electri -
cal contact.
Do not dispose of your used
batteries in the countryside.
Give them to an organisa -
tion that collects and recy -
cles used batteries.
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2
When refitting, ensure that the cover
is correctly clipped on and the screw
tightened.
Replace battery 3 according to the di -
rection marked on the cover.
Note: It is not advisable to touch the
electronic circuit in the key cover when
replacing the battery.
Battery type : CR 2016.

towing hitch........................................... (up to the end of the DU)
practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
towing breakdown ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Remorquage : dépannage (H79 - Dacia)
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Towing: troubleshooting
TOWING: breakdown (1/3)
Towing procedure
The steering wheel must be un -
locked and the ignition key must be
in position M (ignition on) to pro -
vide stop lights and hazard warning
lights on the towed vehicle. At night
the vehicle must have its lights on.
Unhitch the trailer, etc., if one is being
towed.
You must observe the towing regu -
lations which apply in the country in
which you are driving: do not exceed
the towing weight for your vehicle.
Contact an approved Dealer.
Front and rear towing points
Only use the front 1 and rear 2
towing points.
W h e n t h e e n g i n e i s
stopped, steering and brak-
ing assistance are not op -
erational.
Do not leave the tools unse-
cured inside the vehicle as
they may come loose under
braking.
– Use a rigid towing bar (except for off-road recovery). If a rope or cable
is used (where the law allows this), the vehicle being towed must be able
to brake.
– A vehicle must not be towed if it is not fit to be driven.
– Avoid accelerating or braking suddenly when towing, as this may result in
damage being caused to the vehicle.
– When towing a vehicle, it is advisable not to exceed 15 mph (25 km/h).
These towing points may only be used
for towing: never use them for lifting the
vehicle directly or indirectly.
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operating faults ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
faults operating faults ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Anomalies de fonctionnement (H79 - Dacia)
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Operating faults
OPERATING FAULTS (1/5)
The following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repairs. For safety reasons you should always contact
an approved dealer as soon as possible.
The starter is activated POSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Warning lights dim or fail to come on;
the starter does not run. Battery terminals disconnected,
oxidised or incorrectly secured.Retighten them, reconnect them or clean
them if they are oxidised.
Battery discharged or worn. Connect another battery to the faulty bat -
tery. Refer to the information on “Battery:
troubleshooting” in Section 5 or replace the
battery if necessary.
Do not push the vehicle if the steering
column is locked.
The engine will not start. Starting conditions are not fulfilled.Refer to the information on “Starting/stop -
ping the engine in Section 2.
The steering column remains locked. Steering wheel locked.To unlock, gently move the key and the
steering wheel (refer to the information on
the “Ignition switch” in Section 2).