2016 DACIA SANDERO STEPWAY Vin

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Conseils : antipollution, économies de carburant, conduite (B90 - U9\
0 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - H79 - Dacia)
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ADVICE: antipollution, fuel economy and driving (3/3)
– In vehicles fitted with air condi-
tioning, it is normal to observe an
increase in fuel consumption (es-
pecially in urban conditions) when
it is used. For vehicles fitted with
manual air conditioning, switch off
the system when it is not required.
Advice for reducing consumption
and therefore helping to preserve
the environment:
If the vehicle has been parked in the
sun, open the doors for a few mo-
ments to let the hot air escape before
starting the engine.
–

N
ever fill the fuel tank right to the
brim to avoid overflow.
–

D
o not leave an empty roof rack
fitted to the vehicle.
–

It
is better to fit a trailer for bulky ob-
jects.
–

W
hen towing a caravan, fit a wind
deflector and adjust it carefully.
Advice on use
– Electricity is fuel; switch off all the electrical components which are not
really needed.
However (safety first), keep your
lights on when the visibility is bad
(“see and be seen”).
–

U
se the air vents. Driving with the
windows open at 60 mph (100 km/h)
will increase fuel consumption by
4%. –

A
void using the vehicle for door-to-
door journeys (short journeys, with
long stops in-between) because in
these conditions, the engine never
reaches its ideal temperature.
Tyres
Increased fuel consumption could be
the result of:
–

insuf
ficient pressure,
–

using non-recommended tyres.

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driving .................................................................... (current page)
power-assisted steering......................................... (current page)
handbrake.............................................................. (current page)
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Frein à main / Direction assistée (B90 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 \
Ph2 - Dacia)
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Handbrake
To release
Pull lever
1

up slightly, press button
2

and then lower the lever to the floor.
Handbrake/Power-assisted steering
HANDBRAKE, POWER-ASSISTED STEERING
To apply
Pull lever
1 upwards and make sure the
vehicle is immobilised.
Depending on the gradient
and/or vehicle load, it may
be necessary when station-
ary to apply the brake by
at least a further two notches and
engage a gear (1
st or reverse gear).
Never switch off the igni-
tion when travelling down-
hill, and avoid doing so in
normal driving (assistance
is not provided).
Make sure that the hand-
brake is properly released
when driving (red indicator
light off), otherwise over-
heating, or even damage, may
occur.
1
2
Power-assisted steering
With the engine running, do not leave
the steering wheel at full lock while sta-
tionary as this may damage the power-
assisted steering pump.
With the engine switched off, or if there
is a system fault, it is still possible to
turn the steering wheel. The force re-
quired will be greater.

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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Dispositifs de correction et d’assistance à la conduite (B90 - U9\
0 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - Dacia)
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ABS (anti-lock braking
system)
Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents
the wheels from locking, allowing the
stopping distance to be managed and
keeping control of the vehicle.
Under these circumstances, the vehi-
cle can be steered to avoid an obstacle
whilst braking. In addition, this system
can increase stopping distances, par-
ticularly on roads with low surface grip
(wet ground etc.).
You will feel a pulsation through the
brake pedal each time the system is
activated. The ABS does not in any way
improve the vehicle's physical perform-
ance relating to the road surface and
roadholding. It is still essential to follow
the rules of good driving practice (such
as driving at a safe distance from the
vehicle in front etc.).
Driver correction devices/aids
DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES/AIDS (1/2)
Depending on the vehicle, this is com-
posed of:
–

t
h e A B S ( a n t i - l o c k b r a k i n g
system);
–

emergency brake assist.
These functions are an ad-
ditional aid in the event of
critical driving conditions,
enabling the vehicle behav-
iour to be adapted to suit the driving
conditions.
However, the functions do not take
the place of the driver. They do
not increase the vehicle’s limits
and should not encourage you
to drive more quickly. Therefore,
they can under no circumstances
replace the vigilance or responsibil-
ity of the driver when manoeuvring
the vehicle (the driver must always
be ready for sudden incidents which
may occur when driving).
In an emergency, apply firm and
continuous pressure to the brake
pedal. There is no need to pump
it repeatedly. The ABS will modu-
late the force applied in the braking
system.

automatic gearbox (use) ....................... (up to the end of the DU)
changing gear ....................................... (up to the end of the DU)
driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
automatic gearbox selector lever.......... (up to the end of the DU)
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Boîte automatique (B90 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - Dacia)
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Automatic gearbox
Selector lever 1
P: park
R: reverse
N: neutral
D: automatic mode
3:

d
isplays gear engaged in manual
mode.
Operation
With the gear lever in position P or N,
switch on the ignition.
With your foot on the brake pedal, move
the lever out of position P.
Only engage D or R when the vehi-
cle is stopped, with your foot on the
brake and the accelerator pedal re-
leased.
You must apply the brake before
pressing the unlocking button
2 t

o
move out of position P.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (1/3)
2
1
Driving in automatic mode
Move lever 1 to position D.
In the majority of traffic conditions, you
will not have to touch the gear selector
lever again: the gear will be changed
automatically at the right time and at
the most suitable engine speed be-
cause the automatic system takes into
account the vehicle load and road con-
tour and adjusts itself to the particular
driving style you have chosen.
Economical driving
When driving, leave the lever in posi-
tion D, keeping the accelerator pedal
lightly depressed to ensure automatic
gear changes at comparatively low
engine speeds.
Accelerating and overtaking
Depress the accelerator pedal firmly
and fully (so that it goes beyond the
kickdown point).
This will enable you to change down
to the optimum gear within the
engine range.
3
For safety reasons, do not
switch off the ignition before
the vehicle has come to a
complete standstill.

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Boîte automatique (B90 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - Dacia)
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (2/3)
1
4
Driving in manual modeWith selector lever 1 in position D,
move the lever to the left.
Shifting the lever repeatedly allows you
to change gears manually:
–

T
o move down through the gears,
push the lever backwards;
–

to
move up through the gears, push
the lever forwards.
The gear selected is displayed on the
instrument panel.
5
Special circumstances
– Snow position: if you are driving on ground where you are likely to skid
(snow, mud, etc.), press switch
4


and operating tell-tale
5

will come
on.
Once these special driving con-
ditions no longer apply, exit this
function by pressing switch
4


again. Operating tell-tale light
5


goes out.
Special cases
In certain driving conditions (e.g.:
t

o
protect the engine) the “automated
system” may change the gear automat-
ically.
Likewise, to prevent incorrect manoeu-
vres, a gear change may be refused by
the automatic system: in this case the
gear display flashes for a few seconds
as a warning.

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Boîte automatique (B90 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - Dacia)
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Parking the vehicleWhen the vehicle is stopped, move the
lever to position P while keeping your
foot on the brake pedal: the gearbox is
in neutral and the drive wheels are me-
chanically locked by the driveshaft.
Apply the handbrake.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (3/3)
An impact to the under-
side of the vehicle while
manoeuvring (e.g.: strik-
ing a post, raised kerb or
other street furniture) may result in
damage to the vehicle (e.g.: defor-
mation of an axle).
To avoid any risk of accident, have
your vehicle checked by an ap-
proved Dealer.
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6
Operating faults
If a vehicle with an automatic gear-
box breaks down, please refer to the
information on “Towing” in Section 5.
When setting off, if the lever is locked
in position P even though you are
pressing the brake pedal, the lever can
be released manually. To do this, unclip
the base of the lever, press recess
6 ,
visible

on the gear lever gaiter, and the
unlocking button

2
.
–

I

f the road contour and bends in
the road do not allow you to stay in
automatic mode (e.g.: in mountain-
ous areas), it is recommended that
you switch to manual mode.
This will prevent the automatic gear-
box from changing gears repeatedly
when climbing, and permit engine
braking on long descents.
–

I

n cold weather
, start the engine
and wait a few seconds before
moving the selector lever from posi-
tion P or N and engaging it in D or R
to prevent the engine stalling.
–

V

ehicles not fitted with traction
control: on a slippery surface or
surface with a low level of adhesion,
change to manual mode and select
second gear (or even third) before
starting the engine to avoid wheel-
spin when accelerating.
In very cold weather , the system
may prevent the gears from being
shifted in manual mode until the
gearbox reaches the right tempera-
ture.
For safety reasons, do not
switch off the ignition before
the vehicle has come to a
complete standstill.

air conditioning ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
heating and air conditioning system ..... (up to the end of the DU)
heating system ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
air conditioning ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
ventilation ............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
temperature regulation ......................... (up to the end of the DU)
3.4
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Chauffage - Ventilation - Air conditionné (B90 - L90 Ph2 - Dacia)
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Heating, Ventilation, Air conditioning
HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING (1/2)
Air conditioning controls(depending on vehicle)
Button
B

switches the air conditioning
on or off.
The system cannot be switched on if
control
C is set to 0. Using the air conditioning system ena-
bles you to:
–

l
ower the internal passenger com-
partment temperature, especially in
hot weather, when driving in traffic or
when the vehicle has been parked in
the sun;
–

reduce
the humidity of the air blown
into the passenger compartment (re-
moval of condensation).
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.
–

B
utton
B
n
ot activated (warning
light off).
The air conditioning is not operating.
The heating and ventilation controls
are the same as a vehicle without air
conditioning.
–
B
utton
B
a
ctivated (warning light
on).
The air conditioning is operating.
CB

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air conditionné manuel (B90 - L90 Ph2 - Dacia)
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MANuAL AIR CONDITIONING (3/3)
Air recirculation operation
(isolation of the passenger
compartment)
(depending on vehicle)
Turn control
D towards air recirculation
symbol
â.
In these conditions air is taken from the
passenger compartment and is recircu-
lated, with no air being taken from out-
side the vehicle. Air recirculation is for:
–

i
solating the vehicle from the exter-
nal atmosphere (driving in polluted
areas, etc.);
–
bringi
ng the passenger compartment
to the desired temperature as quickly
as possible.
Prolonged use of this position (iso-
lation mode) may mist up the win-
dows slightly or cause odours due
to the air not being renewed.
It is therefore advisable to return to
normal operation (external air) by
pressing control
D

when you have
passed through the polluted area.
D