2012 DACIA DUSTER steering

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
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T
urn the key to the start position
without depressing the accelera-
tor.
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elease the key as soon as the
engine starts.ÉDiesel injection
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urn 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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Dispositifs de correction et d’assistance à la conduite (H79 - Da\
cia)
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DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES/AIDS (4/4)
Operating faults
When the system detects an operating
fault, warning lights
Ò and ù
light up on the instrument panel. In this
case, the ESP and ASR are deacti-
vated.
Please consult an authorised dealer if
these warning lights remain displayed
on the instrument panel after the igni-
tion is switched off and on again.
Note:
the function is automatically re-
activated when the ignition is switched
on, or when the speed exceeds 30 mph
(50 km/h) in AUTO and 2WD modes,
and approximately 36 mph (60 km/h) in
4WD Lock mode.
Operating principle
A sensor in the steering wheel detects
the direction selected by the driver.
Other sensors throughout the vehicle
measure the actual direction.
The system compares driver input to
the actual trajectory of the vehicle and
corrects the trajectory if necessary by
controlling the braking of certain wheels
and/or engine power. In the event that
the system is engaged, indicator light
ù flashes on the instrument panel.

4.1
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Sommaire 4 (H79 - Dacia)
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Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2
Engine oil level: general information
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4.4
Engine oil level: topping up, filling


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4.5
Levels:
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4.7
Brake fluid
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4.7
Engine coolant


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Power-assisted steering pump


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4.9
Windscreen washer reservoir


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4.9
Filters

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yre pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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Battery
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4.12
Bodywork and engine compartment maintenance
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4.13
Interior trim maintenance


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4.16

levels:windscreen washer reservoir ........................... (current page)
power-assisted steering......................................... (current page)
power-assisted steering......................................... (current page)
windscreen washer ................................................ (current page)
power-assisted steering pump............................... (current page)
tanks and reservoirs: windscreen washer .......................................... (current page)
Jaune NoirNoir texte
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Niveaux (H79 - Dacia)
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LEVELS (3/3)
Power-assisted steering pump
Windscreen washer reservoir
Power-assisted steering fluid
reservoir

4
or 5
Level: for a correct level when cold,
with the engine switched off and on
level ground, it must be visible between
the “MINI” and “MAXI” marks on reser-
voir
4 or 5.
For maintenance operations on the
power-assisted steering, contact an ap-
proved dealer.
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 an approved dealer at once
if you notice an abnormal or re-
peated drop in any of the fluid levels.
If you feel any variation in the ef-
fectiveness of the power-assisted
steering, consult an approved
dealer.
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4.14
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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).
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A
lways follow the recommenda-
tions supplied with the high-pressure
cleaning equipment (jet distance and
pressure).
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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).
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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):
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pots of tree resin and industrial
grime;
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the
layer of dust or mud and any
insects;
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ird droppings, which contain
chemicals that rapidly discolour
paintwork and may even cause
the paint to peel off ;



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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;
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mud

in the wheel arches and un-
derneath the body which form
damp patches.
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C
lean mud and sand from the
wheels, in particular the inside of the
wheels and the brakes, as this can:
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reduce
the braking efficiency and
damage the components of the
braking system;
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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.

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Pneumatiques (H79 - Dacia)ENG_NU_898-5_H79_Dacia_5
Jaune NoirNoir texte
Emergency spare wheel
Refer to the information on the
“ E m e r g e n c y s p a r e w h e e l ” a n d
“Changing a wheel” in Section 5.
TYRES (2/3)
Tyre pressures
Adhere to the tyre pressures (including
the emergency spare wheel). The tyre
pressures should be checked at least
once a month and additionally before
any long journey (refer to the label af-
fixed to the edge of the driver’s door).
Incorrect tyre pressures
lead to abnormal tyre wear
and unusually hot running.
These are factors which
may seriously affect safety and lead
to:
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poor road holding;
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isk of blowouts or throwing a
tread.
The tyre pressure depends on the
load and speed of use; adjust the
pressures according to the condi-
tions of use (refer to the information
on “Tyre pressures” in Section 4).
For safety reasons, this op-
eration must be carried out
by a specialist.
Fitting different tyres may
change your vehicle as follows:
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it

may mean that your vehicle no
longer conforms to current regu-
lations;
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may change the way it handles
when cornering;
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t may cause the steering to be
heavy;
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t may affect the use of snow
chains.
Please be aware that a poorly tightened or missing valve cap can make
the tyres less airtight and may lead to pressure loss. Always use valve
caps of the same type as the originals and tighten them fully.
Fitting new tyresPressures should be checked when the
tyres are cold; ignore higher pressures
which may be reached in hot weather
or following a fast journey.
If tyre pressures cannot be checked
when the tyres are cold, assume an in-
crease of 0.2 to 0.3 bar.
Never deflate a hot tyre.
Special note
Depending on the vehicle, there may
be an adapter which needs to be posi-
tioned on the valve before air is added.
Your vehicle is equipped with large
wheels. These are more sensitive
to imbalance. If you experience vi-
bration while driving, contact an ap-
proved dealer.

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Fusibles (H79 - Dacia)
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FUSES (3/3)
Allocation of fuses in the passenger compartment
(the presence of certain fuses DEPENDS ON THE VEHICLE EQUIPMENT LEVEL)\
Symbol Allocation
QLeft-hand main beam
headlight
LLeft-hand dipped beam
headlight
TRight-hand dipped
beam headlight
VRight-hand side light
YLeft-hand side light
FRear fog light
ḼElectric rear windows
Symbol Allocation
qEngine immobiliser
ËReversing light and rear
screen wiper
uPower-assisted steering
iAutomatic gearbox
GAS fuel
ḻ4-wheel drive (4WD)
transmission

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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Jaune NoirNoir texte
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.
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vehicle must not be towed if it is not fit to be driven.
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void accelerating or braking suddenly when towing, as this may result in
damage being caused to the vehicle.
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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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