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Témoins lumineux (H79 - Dacia)
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WARNING LIGHTS (2/4)
If not, switch off the engine and allow
it to cool before checking the coolant
level and the cleanliness of the radiator.
If the level is normal, this indicates an-
other fault. Consult an approved dealer.
ÀOil pressure warning light
This goes out as soon as the
engine starts; if it lights up while driv-
ing, stop immediately and switch off the
ignition. Check the oil level.
If the level is normal, something else is
the cause. Contact an approved dealer.
êEngine immobiliser system
warning light
This light performs several functions.
Refer to the information on the “Engine
immobiliser” in Section 1.
6
Electronic fault or diesel
preheating warning light
With the ignition switched on,
this light comes on; it indicates that the
heater plugs are operating.
It goes out after preheating is sufficient
and the engine can be started.
If it remains lit or comes on when you
are driving, it indicates an electrical or
electronic fault. Contact an approved
dealer as soon as possible.
ÒElectronic fault warning
light, petrol versions
If it remains lit or comes on when you
are driving, it indicates an electrical or
electronic fault. Contact an approved
dealer as soon as possible.
ÚBattery charge warning light
It should go out as soon as the
engine starts.
If it comes on when you are driving, it
indicates that the circuit is overcharging
or has discharged. Stop and contact an
approved Dealer.
ùESP warning light
Refer to the information on the
“Electronic stability program (ESP) with
understeer control and traction control
(ASR)” in Section 2.
The presence and operation of the warning lights DEPEND ON THE EQUIPMENT\
AND COUNTRY.
’4-wheel drive mode indica-
tor light
Refer to the information on “4WD Lock
mode” in Section 2.
‘2-wheel drive mode indica-
tor light
Refer to the information on “2WD
mode” in Section 2.
VRear screen de-icing/de-
misting indicator light
LLow fuel level warning light
It comes on when the engi-
neis started then goes out after three
seconds. If it stays on, fill up with fuel
assoon as possible.
dDirection indicator tell-tale light
ÔCoolant temperature warn-
ing light
This goes out as soon as the engine
starts. If it comes on when driving, it in-
dicates an increase in the coolant tem-
perature. Stop and let the engine idle
for a minute or two; the temperature
should fall.
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Transmission : 4 roues motrices (4WD) (H79 - Dacia)
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TRANSMISSION: 4-wheel drive (4WD) (3/4)
Electronic stability program and
traction control when driving off-
road
(vehicles equipped with ESP)
When driving on soft ground (sand,
mud, deep snow), we recommend that
you deactivate the ESP function by
pressing the “ESP” switch.
In this case, only individual wheel brak-
ing remains active. This function ap-
plies the brake to any wheel that is slip-
ping, allowing the engine torque to be
transferred to the wheels with the most
grip. This is particularly useful when
crossing a bridge.
All the ESP functions will be reactivated
when the vehicle speed reaches ap-
proximately 30 mph (50 km/h), (36 mph
(60 km/h) in “4WD Lock” mode), or
when the engine is restarted, or when
the “ESP” button is pressed again.Operating faults
If the system detects an operating
fault, it automatically switches to “2WD”
mode, and the
‘ and Ò warn-
ing lights come on.
Drive as soon as possible at a moder-
ate speed to an approved dealer.
For certain operating faults, the system
may not be able to switch to “2WD" or
"4WD Lock" mode. "AUTO" mode re-
mains active.
Contact an approved dealer as soon as
possible.
In this case, we recommend that you
stop as soon as possible to allow the
system to cool down (until the warning
light stops flashing).
Cooling may take up to five minutes.
If the system detects excessive wheel-
spin on the front wheels, it adapts the
engine to run in a way that reduces
wheelspin.
Anti-lock braking in “
LOCK” mode
(vehicles equipped with ABS)
When “4WD Lock" mode is active, the
ABS switches to off-road mode. In this
case, the wheels may lock intermit-
tently to achieve better grip, thus reduc-
ing braking distances on soft ground.
When this mode is active:
–
t
he vehicle’s manoeuvrability is lim-
ited during braking. This operating
mode is therefore not recommended
in very low-grip conditions (eg. ice).
–
t
here may be some noise. This is
normal, and does not indicate an op-
erating fault.
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Dispositifs de correction et d’assistance à la conduite (H79 - Da\
cia)
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DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES/AIDS (3/4)
Electronic stability program
ESP with understeer control
and traction control ASR
Electronic Stability Program ESP
(depending on the vehicle)
This system helps you to keep control
of the vehicle in critical driving condi-
tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip
on a bend, etc.). Understeer control
This system optimises the action of the
ESP in the case of pronounced unders-
teering (loss of front axle road holding).
Traction control ASR
This system helps to limit wheelspin of
the drive wheels and to control the ve-
hicle when pulling away accelerating or
decelerating.
Deactivating the function
Deactivating the ASR traction control
function also deactivates the ESP func-
tion (refer to the following page).
1
Special feature of 4-wheel
drive and 2-wheel drive
vehicles (depending on the
vehicle)
Disabling the ESP function
In some situations (driving on very wet
ground: snow, mud, etc. or driving with
snow chains fitted), the system may
reduce the engine output to limit wheel-
spin. If this is not required, it is possible
to deactivate the function by pressing
switch
1.
The
ù warning light on the instru-
ment panel comes on to warn you of
this.
If you deactivate this function, the ASR
traction control function will also be de-
activated.
As the ’ESP and ASR provide en-
hanced safety, it is not advisable to
drive with the function switched off.
Correct this as soon as possible by
pressing switch
1
again.