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2.11
ENG_UD6871_1Frein à main / Direction assistée (B90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_2
Handbrake
To release
Gently pull the lever upwards, press
button 1 and move the lever to the floor.
The red warning light on the instrument panel will light up if you are driving with an incorrectly released handbrake.
Levier de vitesses - Frein à mainDirection assistée
HANDBRAKE/POWER-ASSISTED STEERING
1
To apply
Pull upwards, check that the vehicle is properly immobilised.
Depending on the gradient and/or vehicle load, it may be necessary to apply the brake by at least a further two notches and engage a gear (1st or reverse gear).
Never switch off the igni- tion when travelling down- hill, and avoid doing so in normal driving (assistance is not provided).
When driving, ensure that the handbrake has been completely released (red warning light off), risk of overheathing.
Power-assisted steering
If you have power-assisted steer- ing fitted, do not leave the steering wheel at full lock while stationary as this may damage the pump.
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driving ...................................................(up to the end of the DU)ABS ......................................................(up to the end of the DU)anti-lock braking system: ABS ..............(up to the end of the DU)
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ENG_UD5488_1Système antiblocage des routes : ABS (U90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_2
Operating faults
Two possible situations may occur:
1 – Warning light x is lit on the instrument panel.Braking is still performed, but with- out the ABS system. Contact an approved dealer as soon as pos- sible.
Although this system allows you to make maximum use of stopping dis- tances, even with the ABS you still have to take account of the actual condition of the road surface.
It is still essential to follow the rules of good driving practice (such as driv- ing at a safe distance from the vehicle in front). The fact that the vehicle’s safety has been increased should not encourage you to take risks.
You will feel a pulsation through the brake pedal each time the system is ac- tivated. These tangible signs will warn you that the adhesion between the tyres and the ground has reached its limit and enable you to adapt your driv- ing style to suit the road conditions.
2 – The x and D warning lights on the in- strument panel come on.
This indicates that both the brak- ing system and the ABS system are faulty. Your braking systems are only partially operational. However, it is dangerous to brake suddenly and it is essential to stop immedi- ately, as soon as traffic conditions allow. Contact an approved dealer as soon as possible.
Système antiblocage des roues (ABS)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)
Under heavy braking, the essential re- quirements are to limit the stopping distance and keep your vehicle under control. However, there is a risk that roadholding and directional control may be lost and the wheels may lock under braking, depending on the nature of the ground, weather conditions and your reactions. The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) has been designed to combat this danger.
The safety enhancement is that the brake control system prevents the wheels from locking, even if the brakes are applied too sharply, and allows the vehicle to be steered and thus its direc- tion to be controlled. Under these cir- cumstances it is quite possible for the driver to steer the vehicle and to avoid an obstacle whilst at the same time applying the brake. This system also allows you to optimise stopping dis- tances, especially when roadholding becomes difficult (wet or slippery roads, varying road surfaces).
The braking modulation provided by the ABS is independent of the effort applied to the brake pedal. In an emergency, apply firm and continuous pressure to the brake pedal. There is no need to pump it repeatedly.
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3.1
ENG_UD8703_2Sommaire 3 (B90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_3
Section 3: Your comfort
Air vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2
Heating - Ventilation - Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4
Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.9
Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
Ashtrays/Cigar lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.12
Storage compartments - Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.13
Luggage compartment - Transporting objects in the luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.16
Rear parcel shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.17
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ENG_UD5580_1Chauffage - Ventilation - Air conditionné (B90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_3
HEATING - VENTILATION - AIR CONDITIONING (continued)
Air conditioning controls(depending on vehicle)
Control
E switches the air conditioning on or off.
The system cannot be switched on if
control A is set to 0.
Using the air conditioning system enables you to:
– lower the temperature inside the
passenger compartment;
– e l i m i n a t e c o n d e n s a t i o n m o r e
quickly.
Fuel consumption increases when the air conditioning system is being used. (Switch it off when it is not required.)
Note: The air conditioning may be used in all conditions but does not operate when the external temperature is low.
– Button
E not activated (indicator light off)
The air conditioning is not operating.
The heating and ventilation controls are the same as a vehicle without air
conditioning.
– Button
E activated (indicator light on)
The air conditioning is activated.
D
EA
B
C
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ENG_UD5582_1Eclairage intérieur (B90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_3
Éclairage intérieur
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Courtesy light
Pressing switch 1 provides:
– continuous lighting,
– or temporary lighting by opening one
of the front doors, or by opening one of the four doors, depending on the vehicle. It only goes out when the doors are correctly closed,
– no lighting.
Automatic operation of interior lighting (depending on the vehi- cle)
– if the doors are unlocked using
the remote control, the lighting is switched on for approximately
30 seconds.
– if a door is open (or not properly
closed), the lighting is switched on for approximately 30 minutes.
– if all the doors are closed, the
lighting start to dim when the ig- nition is switched on.
Depending on the vehicle, by pressing
switch 2, you will see:
– continuous lighting,
– no lighting.
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cigar lighter ...........................................(up to the end of the DU)ashtrays ................................................(up to the end of the DU)
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ENG_UD5584_1Cendriers - Allume-cigares (B90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_3
Cendriers - Allume-cigares
ASHTRAYS/CIGAR LIGHTER
Cigar lighter
With the ignition on, push in the cigar
lighter 1.
It will spring back with a click when it is ready. Pull it out to use. After use, re- place it without pushing it all the way in.
Ashtray
It can be housed in either position 2
or 4.
Lift cover
3 to open.
Remove the ashtray to empty it.
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4
2
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ENG_UD6909_1Tablette arrière (B90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_3
Removal
Unhook the two cords 1 (tailgate side).
Tablette arrière
Do not place any objects,
especially heavy or hard objects, on the parcel shelf. These may pose a risk to the vehicle occupants if the driver has to brake suddenly or if the vehicle is involved in an accident.
Lift rear parcel shelf 2 slightly and pull it towards you.
To refit it, proceed in reverse order to removal.
REAR PARCEL SHELF
1
2
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bonnet...................................................(up to the end of the DU)
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ENG_UD5590_1Capot moteur (B90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_4
Capot moteur
BONNET
Opening the bonnet
To open the bonnet, pull the handle 1.
Unlocking the bonnet catch
To unlock, raise the bonnet slightly and
release hook 2 by pushing tab 3 to the left.
Release stay
4 from its holder. For your own safety, it is very important to fix
the stay into retainer 5 in the bonnet.
Closing the bonnet
To close the bonnet, replace stay 4 back into its holder, hold the bonnet in the middle and lower it to 20 cm above the closed position, then release it. It will latch automatically under its own weight.
Before closing the bonnet, check to make sure that nothing has been left in
the engine compartment.
The engine may be hot during operations in close proximity. In addition, the engine cooling fan may come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
In the event of any impact, n o m a t t e r h o w s l i g h t , against the radiator grille or bonnet, have the bonnet catch checked by an approved Dealer as soon as possible.Check that it is correctly locked.
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