RENAULT SANDERO 2012 Owners Manual

practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
towing towing equipment ............................ (up to the end of the DU)
5.31
ENG_UD18259_3
Remorquage : attelage (B90 - Dacia)
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A = 701.2 mm.
Towing: equipment
TOWING equipment
A
Permissible nose weight, maxi -
mum permissible towing weight
braked and unbraked:
Refer to the information on “Weights”
in Section 6.
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.

practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
speakers location ........................................... (up to the end of the DU)
fitting a radio ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
fitting a radio ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
radio fitting a radio ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.32
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Prééquipement radio (B90 - Dacia)
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Fitting a radio
FITTING A RADIO
1
2
Radio location 1
If your vehicle is not fitted with an audio
system, one can be fitted and locations
have been provided for:
– the radio 1;
– front speakers 2;
– rear speakers 3.
To install any equipment, please con -
sult an approved dealer.
Unclip and remove storage compart -
ment 1.
Location for front speaker 2
Unclip cover 2 using a flat-blade screw-
driver or similar.
Location for rear speaker 3
Unclip cover 3 using a flat-blade screw-
driver or similar.
– In all cases, it is very important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions care-
fully.
– The specifications of the brackets and wires (available from our network) vary
depending on the equipment level of your vehicle and the type of radio.
Consult an approved dealer to find out the correct part number.
– No work may be carried out on the vehicle’s electrical or radio circuits, except
by approved Dealers: an incorrectly connected system may result in damage
being caused to the electrical equipment and/or the components connected to
it.
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accessories...........................................(up to the end of the DU)
practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
accessories - installation ...................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.33
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Accessoires (B90 - U90 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - Dacia)
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Accessories
ACCESSORIES
Use of transmission/
receiving devices
(telephones, CB
equipment etc.).
Telephones and CB equipment with
integrated aerials may cause inter -
ference to the original electronic
systems fitted to the vehicle: it is ad-
visable only to use equipment with
an external aerial.
Furthermore, we remind you of
the need to comply with the legis-
lation in force concerning the use
of such equipment.
Electrical and electronic
accessories
– C o n n e c t a c c e s s o r i e s
with a maximum power of
120 Watts only.
Fire hazard.
– No work may be carried out on
the vehicle’s electrical or radio
circuits, except by approved
dealers: an incorrectly connected
system may result in damage
being caused to the electrical
equipment and/or the compo -
nents connected to it;
– if the vehicle is fitted with any
aftermarket electrical equip -
ment, make sure that the unit
is correctly protected by a fuse.
Establish the rating and position
of this fuse.
Before fitting an electrical or
electronic device (particu -
larly for transmitters/receiv-
ers: frequency bandwidth,
power level, position of the aerial
etc.), ensure that it is compatible
with your vehicle.
Contact an approved dealer for this
information.
Fitting after-market
accessories
If you wish to install acces-
sories on the vehicle: con -
sult an approved dealer.
Also, to ensure the correct opera -
tion of your vehicle, and to avoid
any risk to your safety, we recom -
mend that you use only specific ac-
cessories, designed for your vehi -
cle, which are the only accessories
for which the manufacturer will pro-
vide a warranty.
If you are using an anti-theft
device, only attach it to the
brake pedal.

operating faults ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
faults operating faults ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.34
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Anomalies de fonctionnement (B90 - U90 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - \
Dacia)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
Operating faults
OPERATING FAULTS (1/5)
The following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repairs. For safety reasons you should always contact
an approved dealer as soon as possible.
The starter is activated POSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Warning lights dim or fail to come on;
the starter does not run. Battery terminals disconnected,
oxidised or incorrectly secured.Retighten them, reconnect them or clean
them if they are oxidised.
Battery discharged or worn. Connect another battery to the faulty bat -
tery. Refer to the information on “Battery:
troubleshooting” in Section 5 or replace the
battery if necessary.
Do not push the vehicle if the steering
column is locked.
The engine will not start. Starting conditions are not fulfilled.Refer to the information on “Starting/stop -
ping the engine in Section 2.
The steering column remains locked. Steering wheel locked.To unlock, gently move the key and the
steering wheel (refer to the information on
the “Ignition switch” in Section 2).

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (B90 - U90 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - \
Dacia)
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OPERATING FAULTS (2/5)
On the road POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Vibrations. Tyres not inflated to correct pres-
sures, incorrectly balanced or
damaged. Check the tyre pressures; if this is not the cause, have
their condition checked by an approved dealer.
Coolant boiling in the coolant
reservoir. Mechanical fault: cylinder head
gasket damaged, faulty coolant
pump. Stop the engine.
Contact an approved dealer.
Engine cooling fan not working. Contact an approved dealer.
Smoke under the bonnet. Short circuit or cooling system
leak. Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away from the vehi-
cle and contact an approved Dealer.
The oil pressure warning light
comes on: on a bend or under braking The engine oil level is too low. Top up the engine oil (refer to the information on
“Engine oil level, topping up/refilling” in Section 4).
at idle speed Low oil pressure. Go to your nearest approved dealer.
The oil pressure warning
light takes a long time to
go out or remains lit during
acceleration. Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle: contact an approved dealer.

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (B90 - U90 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - \
Dacia)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
OPERATING FAULTS (3/5)
On the road POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Abnormal white smoke from the ex-
haust Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder
head gasket.
or Stop the engine.
Contact an approved dealer.
This is not necessarily a fault.
Smoke may be caused by
regeneration of the particle filter. Refer to the information on “Special
features of diesel versions” in Section 2.
The power-assisted steering be -
comes heavy. Belt broken.
Have the belt replaced.
No power-assisted steering oil For maintenance operations on the power-
assisted steering, contact an approved
dealer.
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.

JauneNoirNoir texte
5.37
ENG_UD19739_7
Anomalies de fonctionnement (B90 - U90 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - \
Dacia)
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OPERATING FAULTS (4/5)
On the road POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Whistling Roof aerial poorly positioned. Position the aerial.
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. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
check the coolant reservoir: it should con -
tain fluid. If there is no coolant, consult an
approved dealer as soon as possible.
The oil change warning light remains
lit after an oil change. Warning not reset after oil change.
Reset the warning after changing the oil;
refer to the information on “Resetting the
warning after an oil change” in Section 4.
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.

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (B90 - U90 - L90 Ph2 - F90 Ph2 - R90 Ph2 - \
Dacia)
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OPERATING FAULTS (5/5)
Electrical equipment POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
The wipers do not work. Wiper blades stuck. Free the blades before using the wipers.
Faulty electrical circuit. Consult an approved dealer.
The wiper does not stop. Faulty electrical controls. Consult an approved dealer.
Direction indicators flashing more
quickly. Bulb blown.
Replace the bulb.
The direction indicators do not work. Faulty electrical circuit. Consult an approved dealer.
The headlights do not switch on or off. Faulty electrical circuit or control. Consult an approved dealer
Traces of condensation in the lights. This is not a fault. Traces of condensa-
tion are a natural phenomenon caused
by variations in temperature.
These traces soon disappear when the
lights are switched on.

6.1
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Sommaire 6 (B90 - Dacia)
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Section 6: Technical specifications
Vehicle identification plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2
Engine specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.4
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5
Weights/Towing weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.6
Replacement parts and repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.7
Service sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8
Anticorrosion check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.14

technical specifications ......................... (up to the end of the DU)
vehicle identification ............................. (up to the end of the DU)
paintwork reference .......................................................... (current page)
vehicle identification plates ................... (up to the end of the DU)
6.2
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Plaques identification (B90 - Dacia)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
Vehicle identification plates
Quote the details given on identifica-
tion plate A on all letters or orders.
Vehicle identification plate A
1 Vehicle type and chassis number.
2 M a x i m u m p e r m i s s i b l e a l l - u p
weight.
3 Total train weight (vehicle fully
loaded, with trailer).
4 Maximum permissible weight on
front axle.
5 Maximum permissible weight on
rear axle.
6 Technical specifications of the ve-
hicle.
7 Vehicle paint reference.
8 Equipment level.
9 Vehicle type.
10 Trim code.
11 Additional equipment specifica -
tion.
12 Fabrication number.
13 Interior trim code.
A
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7
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9
10
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xxx1
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3
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A
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATES