2012 DACIA DUSTER check engine light

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brake fluid .............................................................. (current page)
maintenance: mechanical ....................................................... (current page)
tanks and reservoirs brake fluid ........................................................ (current page)
4.7
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Niveaux (H79 - Dacia)
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Levels:
Brake fluid
LEVELS (1/3)
Brake fluid level
This should be checked frequently,
and immediately if you notice even the
slightest loss in braking efficiency.
The level should be read with the engine
switched off and on level ground. Level
It is normal for the level to drop as the
brake shoes become worn, but it must
never drop lower than the
“MINI” warn-
ing line shown on brake fluid reser-
voir 1.
If you wish to check the disc and drum
wear yourself, you should obtain the
document explaining the checking pro-
cedure from the manufacturer ’s net-
work or web site. Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-
cuit, a specialist must replace the fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our
Technical Department (and taken from
a sealed container).
Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle.
The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera-
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
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Entretien de la carrosserie / compartiment moteur (H79 - Dacia)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
BODyWORK MAINTENANCE, ENGINE COMPARTMENT (2/3)
you should
– Respect local regulations about
washing vehicles (e.g. do not wash
your vehicle on a public highway).
–

A
lways follow the recommenda-
tions supplied with the high-pressure
cleaning equipment (jet distance and
pressure).
–

B
efore going through a roller type
car wash, return the windscreen
wiper stalk to park position (refer
to the information on “Windscreen
wash/wipe” in Section 1), check the
mounting of external accessories,
additional lights and door mirrors
and be sure to hold the wiper blades
and radio aerial in place with adhe-
sive tape. Remove the radio aerial
mast if your vehicle is fitted with this
equipment.
Remember to remove the tape and
refit the antenna after washing. –

After
driving off-road (eg. on muddy,
dusty or sandy terrain) quickly clean
the radiator from the outside of the
vehicle through the openings in the
bumper, to prevent it from becoming
blocked or clogged (risk of engine
overheating).
–

W
ash your vehicle frequently with
the engine off , using shampoo ap-
proved by our Technical Department
(never use abrasive products) and
rinse thoroughly using a warm or
cold water jet (never hot):
–

s
pots of tree resin and industrial
grime;
–

the
layer of dust or mud and any
insects;
–

b
ird droppings, which contain
chemicals that rapidly discolour
paintwork and may even cause
the paint to peel off ;



W
ash the vehicle immediately to
remove these marks since it is im-
possible to remove them by pol-
ishing; –


salt
deposited in the wheel arches
and underneath the body after
driving in areas where the roads
are chemically treated;
–

mud

in the wheel arches and un-
derneath the body which form
damp patches.
–

C
lean mud and sand from the
wheels, in particular the inside of the
wheels and the brakes, as this can:
–

reduce
the braking efficiency and
damage the components of the
braking system;
–

cause
vibrations in the bodywork
and steering column.
We have selected special products
to care for your vehicle and you can
obtain these from the manufactur-
er’s accessory outlets.

5.6
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Kit de gonflage des pneumatiques (H79 - Dacia)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
TYRE INFLATION KIT (2/3)
Depending on the vehicle, in the event
of a puncture, use the kit located on the
left side of the luggage compartment on
4x2 versions or in the in the emergency
spare wheel tray under the luggage
compartment carpet on 4x4 versions. –

p
ress switch
5

to inflate the tyre to
the recommended pressure (check
the label affixed to the edge of the
driver’s door);
–
after
a maximum of
5 minutes, stop
inflating and read the pressure (on
the pressure gauge
4
);
Note: while the bottle is emptying
(approximately 30 seconds), pres-
sure gauge
4
will briefly indicate a
pressure of 6 bar, then the pressure
will drop.
–
a
djust the pressure: to increase
it, continue inflating with the kit, to
reduce it, turn button 7 located on
the inflation adapter.
If a minimum pressure of 1.8 bar is
not reached after 15 minutes, repair
is not possible; do not drive the vehi-
cle but contact an approved dealer .
Before using this kit, park
the vehicle at a sufficient
distance from traffic, switch
on the hazard warning
lights, apply the handbrake, ask all
passengers to leave the vehicle and
keep them away from traffic.
Open the kit, remove caps 1 and 3 (it is
essential not to remove the cap from
the bottle) then screw bottle
2

to its
base 3.
With the engine running and the
handbrake applied,
–

unscrew
the valve cap on the wheel
concerned and screw the inflation
adapter
6 onto valve;
–

c
onnect adapter


8

to accessories
socket

9
on the dashboard of the ve-
hicle;
9
1234
5
6
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Anomalies de fonctionnement (H79 - Dacia)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
OPERATING FAULTS (2/5)
On the road POSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Vibrations. Tyres not inflated to correct pres-
sures, incorrectly balanced or dam-
aged.Check the tyre pressures; if this is not the
cause, have their condition checked by an
approved dealer.
Mud or snow in the wheels. Clean the vehicle, particularly the wheels
(refer to the information on “Bodywork
maintenance/engine compartment” in
Section 4).
Abnormal white smoke from the ex-
haust. Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder
head gasket.
orStop the engine.
Contact an approved dealer.
This is not necessarily a fault.
Smoke may be caused by
regeneration of the particle filter. Refer to the information on “Special
features of diesel versions” in Section 2.
The oil pressure warning light comes
on: on a bend or under braking The engine oil level is too low. Top up the engine oil (refer to the informa-
tion on “Engine oil level, topping up/refilling”
in Section 4).
at idle speed Low oil pressure.Go to your nearest approved dealer.

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (H79 - Dacia)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
On the road POSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
The power-assisted steering be-
comes heavy. Belt broken.
Lack of power-assisted steer-
ing oil in the pump.Have the belt replaced.
For maintenance operations on the power-assisted
steering, contact an approved dealer.
The engine overheats. The coolant
temperature indicator light comes
on. Engine cooling fan not work-
ing.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and contact
an approved dealer.
Coolant leaks. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and check
the coolant reservoir: it should contain fluid. If there
is no coolant, consult an approved dealer as soon
as possible.
Radiator blocked or clogged. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and clean the radiator (refer to the information on “Bodywork
maintenance/engine compartment” in Section 2). If
it is clean, consult an approved dealer as soon as
possible.
OPERATING FAULTS (4/5)
Radiator: If there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never be topped up using cold coolant while
the engine is very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling
system, it must be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved
by the Technical Department may be used for this purpose.

7.1
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Index (H79 - Dacia)
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AlphAbeticAl index (1/4)
A
ABS
....................................................................... 2.15 → 2.18
accessories
........................................................................\
5.38
accessories - installation
................................................... 5.38
accessories socket ............................................................ 3.14
adjusting your driving position ...................... 1.10,

  1.12 → 1.15
advice on antipollution
........................................... 5.25 → 5.27
air bag.................................................................... 1.16 → 1.20
deactivating the front passenger air bags
.......

............. 1.32
air conditioning
.......................................................... 3.2 → 3.8
air vents


...................................................................... 3.2
– 3.3
anti-corrosion check
.............................................. 6.14 → 6.18
anti-lock braking system:

ABS
...............................2.15 → 2.18
antipollution advice
......

............................................................ 2.6 → 2.8
ashtrays

........................................................................\
..... 3.14
automatic gearbox (use) ........................................ 2.19 → 2.21
automatic gearbox selector lever...........................

2.19 → 2.21
bbattery........................................................................\
........ 4.12troubleshooting ......

........................................... 5.28 – 5.29
battery (remote control)
..................................................... 5.30
bodywork (maintenance) ....................................... 4.13 → 4.15
bonnet........................................................................\
. 4.2

– 4.3
brake fluid
........................................................................\
.... 4.7
bulbs changing
......

.................................................... 5.14 → 5.24
ccapacity of mechanical components........................... 4.4, 4.12
catalytic converter................................................................ 2.4
central door locking
.................................................... 1.5

– 1.6
changing a bulb
..................................................... 5.14 → 5.24
changing a wheel...................................................... 5.9

– 5.10
changing gear
........................................................ 2.19 → 2.21child booster seat
..................................................
1.21 → 1.23
child restraint/seat ................................................. 1.21 → 1.31
child safety...................................................... 1.7,
  1.21 → 1.31
child seats.............................................................. 1.21 → 1.31
children
...................................................................... 1.5 → 1.7
cigar lighter ........................................................................\
3.14
clock


........................................................................\
.......... 1.51
closing the doors ................................................................. 1.7
control instruments ............................ 1.40 → 1.49,

  1.54 – 1.55
controls

..................................................................1.36 → 1.39
courtesy light ..................................................................... 3.12
ddashboard.............................................................. 1.36 → 1.39
de-icing rear screen
.......

............................................................ 1.59
dipstick................................................................\
................. 4.4
doors........................................................................\
.. 1.5 → 1.7
driver’s position
..................................................... 1.36 → 1.39
driving ...................................................................... 2.2 → 2.21
eelectric door locking .................................................... 1.5

– 1.6
electric windows
...................................................... 3.9 → 3.1

1
emergency brake assist......................................... 2.16 → 2.18
emergency spare wheel
........................ 5.3 – 5.4,

  5.11 → 5.13
engine technical specifications
......

............................................ 6.5
engine coolant
..................................................................... 4.8
engine immobiliser

............................................................... 1.8
engine immobiliser (switch)
................................................. 2.2
engine oil ........................................................................\
..... 4.4
engine oil grade .......................................................... 4.5

– 4.6
engine oil level
..................................................................... 4.5
engine specifications ........................................................... 6.5
environment ........................................................................\
. 2.9