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ENG_UD5593_1Batterie (B90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_4
Batterie
BATTERY
Depending on the vehicle, the battery may be a low maintenance version.
Low maintenance battery
A label on the battery will indicate if the battery is the low maintenance type.
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.
Battery requiring
maintenance
Checking intervals:
Every six months, open cover
1.
Remove the plugs and check the level.
Liquid
Distilled or demineralised water to
1.5 cm above the plates.
Never add electrolyte or other prod-
ucts.
Handle the battery with care as it contains sulphuric acid, which must not come into contact with eyes or skin. If it does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot objects and sparks do not come into contact with the battery as there is a risk of explosion.
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As the battery is specific to the vehicle (presence of a ventilation pipe to expel corrosive and explosive gases), make sure that it is replaced
with a battery that enables this pipe to be connected. Consult an ap- proved dealer.

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ENG_UD5594_1Entretien de la carrosserie (B90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_4

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE (continued)
You should
– Wash your car frequently, with the engine off, with cleaning products recommended by the manufacturer (never use abrasive products) and be sure to jet-rinse off:
– spots of tree resin and industrial grime;
– bird droppings, which contain chemicals that rapidly discolour paintwork and may cause the paint to peel off;
Wash the vehicle immediately to
remove these marks since it is im- possible to remove them by pol- ishing;
– salt deposited in the wheel arches and underneath the body after driving in areas where the roads are chemically treated;
– mud in the wheel arches and un- derneath the body which form damp patches. –
Keep well away from the vehicle in
front when driving on gravelled sur- faces to prevent paint damage.
– Repair or have repaired quickly
patches where the paint has been damaged to prevent corrosion spreading.
– Remember to visit the body shop pe
- riodically in order to maintain your anti-corrosion warranty. Refer to the Maintenance Service Booklet.
– Respect local regulations about

washing vehicles (e.g. do not wash your vehicle on a public highway). –
Before using a roller type car wash,
put the windscreen wiper stalk in Park position (refer information on the “Windscreen wash/wipe” in Section 1), check that the external accessories, additional lights, and mirrors are securely fitted and that the wiper blades and radio aerial are taped down.
If your vehicle has a car phone and radio, remove the aerials.
– Spray mechanical components,
hinges, etc. with products approved by the Technical Department to protect them after they have been cleaned.
We have selected special products to care for your vehicle and you can obtain these from approved dealer accessory outlets.

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BATTERY: troubleshooting (continued)
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3
1
2
3
4
A
B
Connecting a battery charger
The battery charger must be com- patible with a battery with nominal voltage of 12 volts.
Switch the engine off and then discon- nect both battery leads starting with the negative terminal.
Do not disconnect the battery when the engine is running. Follow the instruc- tions given by the manufacturer of the battery charger you are using.
Starting the vehicle using the
battery from another vehicle
If you have to use the battery from an- other vehicle to start, obtain suitable jump leads (with a large cross section) from an approved dealer or, if you al- ready have jump leads, ensure that they are in perfect condition.
The two batteries must have an iden- tical nominal voltage of 12 volts. The battery supplying the current should have a capacity (amp-hours, Ah) which is at least the same as that of the dis- charged battery.
Ensure that there is no risk of contact between the two vehicles (risk of short circuiting when the positive terminals are connected) and that the discharged battery is properly connected. Switch off your vehicle ignition.
Start the engine of the vehicle supply- ing the current and run it at an interme- diate engine speed.Connect the positive (+) lead

A to (+)
terminal 1 of the discharged battery,
then to (+) terminal 2 of the battery sup- plying the current.
Connect the negative (–) lead
B to (–)
terminal 3 of the battery supplying the
current and then to (–) terminal 4 of the discharged battery.
Check that there is no contact between
leads A and B and that the positive (+)
lead A is not touching any metal parts on the vehicle supplying the current.
Start the engine as normal. As soon as
it is running, disconnect leads A and B in the reverse order (4-3-2-1)
Special procedures may be required to charge some batteries. Contact your ap- proved dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which may cause an immediate explosion, and charge the battery in a well-venti- lated area. Risk of serious injury.

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ENG_UD5616_1Anomalies de fonctionnement (B90 - Dacia)ENG_NU_817-2_NU_Dacia_5

OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
On the roadPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Vibrations.Tyres not inflated to correct pres- sures, incorrectly balanced or dam- aged.
Check the tyre pressures; if this is not the cause, have their condition checked by an approved dealer.
Abnormal white smoke from the exhaust or coolant boiling in the reservoir.Mechanical fault: cylinder head gasket blown, faulty coolant pump.Stop the engine.Contact an approved dealer.
Smoke under the bonnet.Short circuit or cooling system leak.Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away from the vehicle and contact an approved Dealer.
The oil pressure warning light comes on:
on a bend or under brakingThe level is too low.Top up the engine oil (refer to the informa- tion on “Engine oil level, topping up/refill- ing” in Section 4).
at idle speedLow oil pressure.Go to your nearest approved dealer.
is slow to go out or remains lit up under accelerationLoss of oil pressure.Stop the vehicle: contact a an approved dealer.

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OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
On the roadPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
The power-assisted steering be- comes heavy.Belt brokenInsufficient oil in pump.Have the belt replaced.
Top up the power-assisted steering fluid (refer to the information on the “Power-as- sisted steering pump” in Section 4).
If the fault is still present, consult your approved dealer.
The engine overheats. The coolant temperature indicator light comes on.Engine cooling fan not working.Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and contact an approved dealer.
Coolant leaks.Check the coolant reservoir: it should con- tain coolant. If there is none, consult your approved dealer as soon as possible.
WhistlingRoof aerial incorrectly positionedFold down the aerial until the end is approx- imately 44 cm from the roof of the vehicle.
Radiator: If there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never be topped up using cold coolant while the engine is very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling system, it must be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved by the Technical Department may be used for this purpose.