towing RENAULT DUSTER 2016 User Guide

5.40
TOWING: breakdown (1/3)
Before any towing, put the gears into
neutral (neutral position for vehicles
equipped with a manual gearbox or N
position for vehicles equipped with an
automatic gearbox).
Unlock the steering column; the igni-
tion key must be in “M” position (ig-
nition) to enable signalling (“Stop”
lights, hazard warning lights, etc.).
Always switch on the lights when
driving at night.
Release the parking brake.
It is also essential to observe the towing
regulations imposed by current legisla-
tion in your country. Please contact an
authorised dealer.
Front and rear towing pointsOnly use the front 1 and rear 2
towing points.
Depending on the vehicle, unclip the
cover 3 by inserting a flat tool under the
cover.
When the engine is stop-
ped, steering and braking
assistance are not opera-
tional.
Do not remove the key from
the ignition when the vehi-
cle is being towed.
– Use a rigid towing bar. If a rope or cable is used (where the law allows
this), the vehicle being towed must be able to brake.
– A vehicle must not be towed if it is not fit to be driven.
– Avoid accelerating or braking suddenly when towing, as this may result
in damage being caused to the vehicle.
– When towing a vehicle, it is advisable not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
– Do not push the vehicle if the steering column is locked.
These towing points may only be used
for towing: never use them for lifting the
vehicle directly or indirectly.
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5.41
TOWING: breakdown (2/3)
4-wheel drive vehicles (4WD)
Whichever type of gearbox is fitted, a
4WD vehicle must never be towed if
any of its 4 wheels are touching the
ground.
Off-road recovery
If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow
or mud, attach a flexible towing device
(towing belt or other device specially
designed for this purpose) to the front
or rear towing point (refer to the in-
formation on “Front and rear towing
points” on the previous page).
For off-road recovery, it
is forbidden to use a rigid
bar to tow a vehicle that is
stuck. Risk of mechanical
damage.You must never tow a 4-wheel drive
vehicle, irrespective of the mode se-
lected, if one of the 4 wheels is in
contact with the ground (except for
off-road recovery). Risk of mechani-
cal damage.
Refer to the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for information on how to fit
and operate the equipment.
If a 4x4 ( 4WD) vehicle becomes
stuck, it should only be towed for a
short distance. Risk of mechanical
damage.
Do not leave the tools unse-
cured inside the vehicle as
they may come loose under
braking.

5.42
TOWING: breakdown (3/3)
When storing the tools,
ensure they are securely re-
placed in the luggage com-
partment, in their original
position.
Do not leave the tools unsecured
inside the vehicle as they may come
loose under braking.
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5
Towing a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox
When the engine is switched off, the
gearbox is no longer lubricated. It is
preferable to tow this type of vehicle
on a trailer or, for 4x2 (2WD) vehicles
only, tow it with the rear wheels off the
ground.
Under exceptional circumstances
and for 4x2 ( 2WD), vehicles only, you
may tow the vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground, only going forward, with
the gear lever in neutral position N and
for a distance not exceeding 30 miles
(50 km).
If the gear lever cannot be put into the
N position, please consult an authori-
sed dealer.
When setting off, if the lever is locked
in position P even though you are pres-
sing the brake pedal, the lever can be
released manually.
To do this, unclip the base of the lever,
simultaneously press recess 4 and the
unlocking button 5. Depending on the vehicle, unclip the
base of the lever, then insert a tool
(rigid rod) into the slot
6 and simulta-
neously press the button 7 in order to
unlock the lever.
Contact an authorised dealer as soon
as possible.
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6.1
Section 6: Technical specifications
Vehicle identification plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2
Engine identification plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.3
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5
Engine specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.6
Weights/Towing weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.7
Replacement parts and repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8
Service sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.9
Anticorrosion check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.15

6.7
WEIGHTS (in kg)
Versions4x2 4x4
Maximum permissible all-up weight (MMAC)
Total train weight (MTR) Weights shown on the vehicle identification plate (refer to the
information on “Vehicle identification plates” in Section 6)
Braked Trailer Weight* found by calculating: MTR - MMAC
Unbraked trailer weight* 580 640
Permissible nose weight* 75
Maximum permissible load on roof with a
carrying device 80 (including the carrying device)
*Towing weight (towing a caravan, boat, etc.)
Towing is prohibited when the GTW - MAM calculation is equal to zero, or \
when the GTW is equal to zero (or is not listed) on th e
identification plate.
– It is important to comply with the towing weights, governed by local leg\
islation in each country and, in particular, laid down in the Road Traffic Regulations. Contact an authorised dealer for any towing equipment m\
odifications.
– For vehicles fitted with a trailer, the gross train weight (vehicle + trailer) must never be exceeded. However, the following
is tolerated:
– the Maximum permissible weight at the rear may be exceeded by no more th\
an 15%,
– the maximum permissible all-up weight may be exceeded by no more than 10\
% or 100 kg (whichever occurs first).
In either case, the maximum speed of the vehicle and trailer must not ex\
ceed 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressures must be increased by 0.2 bar (3 PSI).
– The engine output and climbing capability are reduced with altitude. We recommend that the maximum load be reduced by 10% at an altitude of 1,000 metres and by an additional 10% for each 1,0\
00 metres thereafter.
Weight transfer (depending on the vehicle)
If the Maximum Authorised Mass of the vehicle has not been reached, up to 200 kg can be\
transferred to the braked trailer, with in
the limits of the Gross Train Weight.
The weights shown are for a basic vehicle without options: they will var\
y depending on the equipment level of your ve-
hicle. Please consult an authorised dealer.

7.4
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (4/5)
remote control door lockingbatteries ..............................................................\
......... 5.38
remote control door locking unit ................................1.2 → 1.4
remote engine start-up ............................................... 1.2 – 1.3
RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE (RAID) ..................... 1.7
replacement parts ................................................................ 6.8
reverse gear selecting ..............................................................\
......... 2.29
reversing sensor ..................................................... 2.49 – 2.50
roof bars ........................................................................\
.... 3.28
roof rack roof bars ....................................................................... 3.28
running in ........................................................................\
..... 2.2
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seat belts ...............................................................1.13 → 1.21
service sheets..........................................................\
6.9 → 6.14
signals and lights .................................................... 1.59 – 1.60
speakers location ...............................................................\
......... 5.43
special features of diesel versions.....................................\
2.11
special features of LPG versions ..... 2.12 → 2.14, 5.28 → 5.35
special features of petrol vehicles ..................................... 2.10
speed limiter ..........................................................2.38 → 2.40
starting ...............................................................\
........2.3 → 2.6
starting the engine .....................................................2.2 → 2.9
steering wheel adjustment .............................................................\
...... 1.56
Stop & Start ...............................................................2.7 → 2.9
Stop & Start function..................................................2.7 → 2.9
storage compartment.............................................3.16 → 3.19
storage compartments ...........................................3.16 → 3.19
sun visor ........................................................................\
.... 3.13
T
tailgate ...............................................................\
....3.23 → 3.25tanks and reservoirs
brake fluid ...................................................................... 4.8
coolant ................................................................\
........... 4.9
tanks and reservoirs: windscreen washer ...................................................... 4.10
technical specifications .......................................6.2, 6.6 → 6.8
telephone ..............................................................\
............. 3.29
towing .................................................................\
................. 6.7 breakdown .......................................................5.40 → 5.42
towing equipment ......................................................... 3.26
towing a caravan ................................................................. 6.7
towing hitch............................................................\
5.40 → 5.42
towing rings ............................................................ 3.24 – 3.25
towing weights ..................................................................... 6.7
traction control .......................................................2.34 → 2.37
transporting children ..............................................1.22 → 1.32
transporting objects in the luggage compartment ............................. 3.24 – 3.25
trims ..................................................................\
................... 5.9
trip computer and warning system.........................1.50 → 1.55
tyre inflation kit......................................................\
.....5.5 → 5.8
tyre pressure.............................2.22 → 2.28, 4.12 – 4.13, 5.13
tyre pressure loss warning.....................................2.22 → 2.28
tyre pressures ......................................................... 4.12 – 4.13
tyres ............................. 2.22 → 2.28, 4.12 – 4.13, 5.12 → 5.15
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variable power-assisted steering ....................................... 1.56
vehicle identification ............................................................ 6.2
vehicle identification plates ........................................6.2 → 6.4
ventilation air conditioning ...................................................... 3.2 – 3.3
heating and air conditioning system ....................3.4 → 3.7
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warning buzzer .................................................................. 1.60