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AUTOMATIC LOCKING OF DOORS, ETC. WHEN DRIVING
You can decide if you wish to
activate the function.
To activate it
With the ignition on, press the
locking side (red dot) of the door
central locking button1for
approximately 5 seconds until you
hear a beep.To deactivate it
With the ignition on, press the
unlocking side (opposite the red
dot) of the door central locking
button1for approximately 5
seconds until you hear a beep.
If you decide to keep the
doors locked when you
are driving, remember
that it may be more
difficult for those assisting you
to gain access to your vehicle in
the event of an emergency.
Operating principle
When the vehicle moves off, the
system automatically locks the
doors, etc. as soon as a speed of 4
mph (6 km/h) is attained.
Unlocking occurs automatically:
- if a front door is opened.
- by pressing the door unlocking
button1.

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ENGINE IMMOBILISER
This prevents the vehicle being
driven by anyone not in possession
of the vehicle’s coded ignition key.
Any work or
modification to the
engine immobiliser
(computer, wiring, etc.)
may be dangerous. It must be
carried out by trained Renault
network personnel.
Operating principle
The vehicle is automatically
protected a few seconds after taking
the key out of the ignition.
When the ignition is switched on,
tell-tale light1illuminates steadily
for a few seconds and then
extinguishes.
The vehicle has recognised the code
and the engine can be started.
If the vehicle does not recognise the
code of the ignition key, tell-tale
light1flashes continuously and the
engine cannot be started.
Tell-tale light relating to the
engine immobiliser
• Vehicle protection tell-tale light
A few seconds after the ignition
has been switched off, tell-tale
light1will flash continuously.
The vehicle will not be protected
until the key has been taken out of
the ignition.
•Tell-tale light to indicate the
engine immobiliser is operating
When the ignition has been
switched on, tell-tale light1
illuminates steadily for a few
seconds and then extinguishes.
You can then start the engine.

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ENGINE IMMOBILISER(continued)
• Warning light to indicate that the
system is not operating correctly
After the ignition has been
switched on,if tell-tale light1
continues to flash or remains
illuminated steadily, this
indicates that the system is not
operating correctly.
If tell-tale light2flashesduring a
journeywhen the vehicle is
slowing down or at idling speed,
it indicates that the system is not
operating correctly.In all cases, it isessentialto consult
a Renault Dealer as only he is
qualified to repair the engine
immobiliser.
If your coded ignition key is faulty,
use the second key (given to you
when the vehicle is delivered). If
you do not have access to this, it is
essentialto call a Renault Dealer
because it is only dealers in the
Renault network who are qualified
to repair the engine immobiliser.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS
To raise or lower the head restraint
Pull the head restraint towards you
and slide it up or down at the same
time.
To remove the head restraint
Raise the head restraint until it is at
the highest possible setting. Lift up
tab1and then pull the head
restraintupwardsuntilitis
released.To adjust the angle of the head
restraint
On certain vehicles the angle of the
head restraint can be adjusted. To
do this, move the front sectionAof
the head restraint forwards or
backwards until it feels
comfortable.To refit the head restraint
Insert the rods into the sleeves, with
the notches facing the front.
Lower the head restraint until it
locks in position.
The head restraint is
important for safety.
Ensure that it is in place
and in the correct
position. The distance between
your head and the head restraint
should be as small as possible.
The top of the head should be in
line with the top of the head
restraint.

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FRONT SEATS
To move forwards or backwards:
Lift lever2to unlock the seat.
Release the lever in the required
position and ensure that the seat
is locked in place.
To raise or lower the driver's
seat:
Move lever1.To incline the seatback:
Move lever4and tilt the seatback
until it is in the required position.
To adjust the lumbar support of the
driver’s seat
Turn tumblewheel3.
For safety reasons, only
adjust the seats when the
vehicle is stationary.So that the effectiveness of
the seat belts is not
reduced, we would advise
you not to recline the
seatbacks excessively.
Make sure the seatback is locked in
place correctly.
No objects should be placed on the
floor (area in front of driver) as
such objects may slide under the
pedal during braking manoeuvres,
thus obstructing its use.

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FRONT SEATS(continued)
Access to the rear seats
Lift handle5and tilt the seatback
forwards.
To return the seat to its initial
position, move the seatback into an
upright position until it locks in
place.
Adjust the seat and make sure it is
properly locked in position.
Heated seats
With the ignition on, press switch6.
An indicator light will illuminate
on the instrument panel.
If the tell-tale light is illuminated,
the system is not necessarily
activated. The system has a
thermostat and only operates
when the passenger compartment
temperature is less than 12°C (with
a tolerance of plus or minus 4°C).

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SEAT BELTS
Always wear your seat belt when
travelling in your car. You must also
comply with the local legislation in
the particular country you are in.
Before driving off:
- First ensure that your driving
position is correct.
- Then adjust your seat belt to
provide maximum protection.
Incorrectly adjusted seat
belts may cause injuries
in the event of an
accident.
Even pregnant women should
wear a seat belt. In this case,
ensure that the pressure of the
lap belt on the abdomen is not
excessive.Adjusting your driving position
• Sit with your back firmly against
the seatback.This is essential to
ensure that your lumbar vertebrae
are in the correct position.
•Adjust the distance between the
seat and the pedals.Yo u r s e a t
should be as far back as possible
for you to be able to press in the
clutch pedal fully. The seatback
should be adjusted so that your
arms are slightly bent when you
hold the steering wheel.
•Adjust the position of your head
restraint.For maximum safety
yourheadshouldbeasnearas
possible to the head restraint.
•Adjusttheheightoftheseat.This
adjustment allows you to select
the seat position which offers you
the best possible vision.
•Adjust the position of the steering
wheel.
Adjusting the seat belts
Sit with your back firmly against the
seatback.
The shoulder strap1should be as
close to the base of the neck as
possible but not on it.
The lap strap2should be held
firmly over the thighs and against
the pelvis.
Thebeltshouldbewornsothatitis
as close to the body as possible, i.e.
avoid wearing heavy clothing or
having bulky objects under the
belts.

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SEAT BELTS(continued)
To fasten
Unwind the beltslowly and
smoothlyand ensure the buckle3
locks into the catch5(check it is
locked by pulling on the buckle3).
If the belt jams, allow it to return
slightly before attempting to
unwind it again.
To fasten(continued)
If your belt becomes completely
jammed:
- Pull the belt slowly but firmly so
that just over an inch (3 cm)
unwinds.
- Then allow the belt to rewind
automatically.
-Unwinditagain.
- If the problem persists, consult
your Renault Dealer.
To release
Press button4on the catch5and the
seat belt will be returned by the
inertia reel.
Hold the buckle to help the
operation.

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SEAT BELTS
The following information applies to both the vehicle’s front and rear seat belts.
• No modifications may be made to the component parts of the restraint system (belts and seats and their
mountings) fitted originally.
For special applications (e.g. fitting child seats) consult your Renault Dealer.
• Do not use any devices which give any play in the belts (clothes pegs, clips, for example). A seat belt that is worn too
loosely may cause injuries in the event of an accident.
• Never wear the shoulder strap under your arm or behind your back.
• Do not use the same belt for more than one person and never hold a baby or child on your knees with your seat belt
around them.
• The belt should never be twisted.
• Following a serious accident the seat belts in use at the time must be replaced. Likewise, have your seat belts replaced
as soon as they show any signs of wear.
• When refitting the rear bench seat, take care that the seat belts are correctly positioned so that they can be used
properly.
• If necessary, re-adjust the position and tension of the belt.

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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS
These are:
OFrontseatbeltpretensioners
OForce limiter
OAir bags for driver and front
passenger
Thesesystemsareprovidedtoact
independently or together when the
vehicle is subjected to a frontal
impact.
There are three possibilities,
depending on the force of the
impact:
- protection is provided by the belt
only;
- the pretensioner is triggered to
rectify belt position and play;
- if the air bag and force limiter are
triggered, they provide additional
protection in the event of the most
severe impact.
OSide air bags
are provided to activate in the
event of a severe side impact.
Frontseatbeltpretensioners
This system is only operational
when the ignition is switched on.
If the vehicle is subject to a
severefrontalimpact, piston1
immediately retracts the seat belt
buckle pulling the seat belt tight
against the body and thereby
improving its efficiency.•Have the entire restraint
system checked following
an accident.
• No work whatsoever may be
performed on the pretensioner
system (computer, wiring, etc.).
• To avoid incorrect triggering of
the system which may cause
injury, only qualified Renault
Network personnel may work on
the pretensioner system.
• Testing of the electric trigger
system may only be carried
out by a specially trained
technician using special
equipment.
• When scrapping your vehicle,
contact your Renault Dealer for
disposal of the gas generator.