2016 RENAULT DUSTER Owners Manual

3.25
TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE BOOT (2/2)
Always position the heavi-
est items directly on the
floor. Use the lashing
points 1 on the boot floor, if
these are fitted to the vehicle. The
luggage should be loaded in such a
way that no items will be thrown for-
ward and strike the occupants if the
driver has to brake suddenly.
1111

3.26
TRANSPORTING OBJECTS towing, attachments
Permissible nose weight, maxi-
mum permissible towing weight
braked and unbraked :
Refer to the information on “Weights”
in Section 6.
Choice and fitting of towing
equipment
Maximum weight of towing equip-
ment: 20 kg.
Refer to the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for information on how to fit
and operate the towing equipment.
Please keep these instructions with
the rest of the vehicle documenta-
tion.
A = 950 mm maximum
If the towbar ball obscures the re-
gistration plate or the rear lights, it
should be removed when not in use.
In all cases, comply with local legis-
lation.
A

3.27
Lift the parcel shelf 2 to half height and
unclip the mountings 3 located on each
side of the parcel shelf.
REAR PARCEL SHELF
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 vehi-
cle is involved in an accident.
Maximum weight on rear parcel
shelf: 25 kg, evenly distributed.
1
2
The parcel shelf 2 is made up of two
rigid sections.
Removal
Unhook the two cords 1 from the boot
door.
2
3
Gently lift the parcel shelf 2 and pull it
towards you, holding it at each end.
To refit, proceed in the reverse order to
removal.
2

3.28
LONGITUDINAL ROOF BARS
For information on the range of
equipment adapted to your ve-
hicle, we advise you to consult
an approved Dealer. Refer to the
manufacturer’s instructions for in-
formation on how to fit and operate
the equipment.
Please keep these instructions with
the rest of the vehicle documenta-
tion.
Maximum permissible load on
roof rack: refer to the information
on “Weights” in Section 6.
1
If fitted on the vehicle, you can trans-
port luggage or additional equipment
(bike racks, ski racks, etc):
– on a roof rack;
– on transverse roof bars which must in turn be attached to roof bars fitted
lengthways 1;
– directly onto the longitudinal roof bars.
It is forbidden to fit longitudinal roof
bars on vehicles which are not origi-
nally equipped with them.
2
If fitted to the vehicle, you can use the
mounting holes 2 of the longitudinal
bars to:
– use luggage restraint systems (straps, cords, etc.);
– attach additional items without using the transverse roof bars.

3.29
MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT
The presence and location of this
equipment depends on the vehicle’s
multimedia equipment.
1 Radio or navigation system
2 Steering column control;
3 Microphone.
Please refer to the instruction
manual for details of how it works.
Using the telephone
We remind you of the need
to conform to the legislation
in force concerning the use
of such equipment.
Hands-free telephone
integrated control
On equipped vehicles, use micro-
phone 3 and steering column control 2.
1
2
3

3.30

4.1
Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2
Engine oil level: general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4
Engine oil level: topping up/filling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5
Levels: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8Brake fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9
Power-assisted steering pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10
Windscreen washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10
Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.11
Tyre pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.14
Bodywork maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.16
Interior trim maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.18

4.2
BONNET (1/2)
To open the bonnet, pull handle 1.
Unlocking the bonnet catch
To unlock, raise the bonnet slightly and
release hook 2 by pushing tab 4 to the
left.
Opening the bonnet
Lift the bonnet and guide it upwards; it
is held by strut 3.
Closing the bonnet
Check that nothing has been left in the
engine compartment.
To close the bonnet again, hold the
bonnet in the middle and lower it to
30 cm above the closed position, then
release it. It will latch automatically
under its own weight.
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.
Do not press down on the
bonnet: there is a risk that
the bonnet may accidentally
close.
1
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
2
3
4Deactivate the Stop and
Start function for any opera-
tion performed in the engine
compartment.