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Dacia Duster User Manual

Dacia Duster
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Driver’s handbook
Dacia Duster
Ref 999101781R / édition anglaise
NU 1079-3 - 07/2014
Cyan Magenta Yellow Black albastru Dacia
NU 1079-3 | ENG | cotor=11,0 mm mm | 240 pagini | coperta 4 NU 1079-3 | ENG | cotor=11,0 mm mm | 240 pagini | coperta 1
Cyan Magenta Yellow Black albastru Dacia

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Dacia Duster Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDacia
ModelDuster
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting to know your vehicle

Keys, radio frequency remote control: general information

General information about keys and remote controls, including their operation and security.

RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: use

Instructions on how to use the remote control for locking and unlocking the vehicle's doors.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE DOORS (1/3)

Manual locking from outside/inside and child safety lock mechanism for the doors.

AUTOMATIC LOCKING WHEN DRIVING

Procedure to activate/deactivate automatic door locking while the vehicle is in motion.

OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS (1/2)

Instructions on how to open vehicle doors from both the outside and the inside.

ENGINE IMMOBILISER

Explanation of the engine immobiliser system and its function in preventing theft.

FRONT HEADRESTS

Guidance on how to adjust, raise, lower, and refit the front headrests for safety and comfort.

FRONT SEATS (1/2)

Instructions for adjusting front seat position, tilt, and lumbar support for optimal ergonomics.

SEAT BELTS (1/5)

Importance of wearing seat belts and adjusting the driving position for optimal safety.

METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (1/3)

Overview of additional restraint systems like pretensioners and load limiters for enhanced safety.

SIDE PROTECTION DEVICES

Information on side airbags and associated warnings regarding their use and fitting.

CHILD SAFETY: General information (1/2)

General advice on safely carrying children and using child restraint systems correctly.

CHILD SAFETY: choosing a child seat

Guidance on selecting appropriate child seats, including rear-facing, forward-facing, and booster types.

CHILD SAFETY: mounting a child seat (1/2)

Instructions for correctly mounting child seats using the vehicle's seat belt or ISOFIX system.

CHILD SAFETY: deactivating/activating the front passenger air bag (1/3)

Procedure for deactivating the front passenger airbag for child seat installation and checking status.

REAR VIEW MIRRORS

Instructions for adjusting the door mirrors and the interior rear-view mirror for optimal visibility.

DRIVING POSITION, LEFT-HAND DRIVE (1/2)

Diagram identifying cockpit controls for left-hand drive vehicles.

WARNING LIGHTS (1/7)

General explanation of dashboard warning lights and immediate actions required.

DISPLAY AND INDICATORS (1/3)

Information on the rev counter, speedometer, and overspeed buzzer.

ON-BOARD COMPUTER (1/6)

Overview of the on-board computer functions, display selection, and trip mileage reset.

STEERING WHEEL, POWER-ASSISTED STEERING

Details on the power-assisted steering system and how to adjust the steering wheel position.

CLOCK

Instructions on how to set the time displayed on the dashboard clock.

AUDIBLE AND VISUAL SIGNALS (1/2)

How to operate the vehicle's horn and turn/headlight signals.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (1/2)

Instructions for operating side lights, dipped beam, and main beam headlights.

FUEL TANK (1/6)

Information on fuel tank capacity, opening the filler flap, and fuel filler cap specifications.

Driving

RUNNING IN, IGNITION SWITCH

Recommendations for the initial running-in period and ignition switch positions.

STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE

Procedures for starting and stopping the engine, including special conditions.

SPECIAL FEATURES OF PETROL VERSIONS

Operating conditions affecting the catalytic converter and common starting problems.

SPECIAL FEATURES OF DIESEL VERSIONS

Diesel engine speed limits, winter precautions, and actions when running out of fuel.

SPECIAL FEATURES OF LPG VERSIONS (1/3)

LPG vehicle operation, fuel gauge indications, and fuel mode selection.

DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING (1/5)

Advice on optimizing fuel consumption using the rev counter and gear change indicator.

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING (1/3)

How the tyre pressure loss warning system functions and how to reset standard tyre pressures.

GEAR LEVER, HANDBRAKE

Instructions for using the gear lever and handbrake, including safety notes.

TRANSMISSION: 4-wheel drive (4WD) (1/4)

Overview of 4WD modes (2WD, AUTO, 4WD Lock) and advice for off-road driving.

DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES/AIDS (1/4)

Explanation of ABS, emergency brake assist, ESC, and hill start assistance systems.

CRUISE CONTROL/SPEED LIMITER: speed limiter function (1/3)

Controls and procedure for switching on the speed limiter function.

CRUISE CONTROL/SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function (1/4)

How the cruise control system operates, its controls, and important safety warnings.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (1/3)

Selector lever operation, driving in automatic mode, and advice for economical driving.

PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL (1/2)

How the parking distance control system operates using sound signals and driver responsibilities.

Your comfort

AIR VENTS, air outlets (1/2)

Identification of various air vents and outlets within the passenger cabin.

HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING (1/3)

Controls for air distribution, fan speed, and air temperature adjustment.

AIR CONDITIONING: information and advice on use

Impact of air conditioning on fuel consumption, efficiency advice, and maintenance.

ELECTRIC WINDOWS (1/3)

Operation of manual and electric windows from the driver and passenger seats.

INTERIOR LIGHTING (1/2)

Operation of courtesy lights and map reading lights within the cabin.

SUN VISOR/GRAB HANDLE

Instructions for using the sun visor and grab handle, including courtesy mirrors.

ASHTRAYS/CIGAR LIGHTER/ACCESSORIES SOCKET

Operation details for the ashtray, cigarette lighter, and accessory power sockets.

REAR HEADRESTS

Guidance on how to remove, adjust, and store the rear headrests for safety and convenience.

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (1/4)

Information on storage compartments in the front doors, dashboard, and mobile phone holder.

REAR BENCH SEAT (1/3)

Instructions for folding rear headrests and seatbacks, with safety checks for seat movement.

TAILGATE

Procedures for manual and electric central locking operation of the tailgate.

TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE BOOT (1/2)

Guidance on positioning objects in the boot for normal loads or when rear seats are folded.

REAR PARCEL SHELF

Instructions for removing and refitting the rear parcel shelf, including its maximum weight capacity.

MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT

Location of audio system components and advice on telephone usage.

Maintenance

Bonnet

Instructions on how to open and close the bonnet, with associated safety warnings.

ENGINE OIL LEVEL: general information

How to correctly read the engine oil level and warnings about exceeding the maximum limit.

ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up, filling (1/3)

Procedure for topping up or filling engine oil, including safety precautions.

LEVELS (1/3)

Guidance on checking the brake fluid level and the procedure for topping it up.

LEVELS (2/3)

Instructions for checking coolant level and refilling the windscreen washer reservoir.

FILTERS

Information on air filter, passenger compartment filter, and resetting the clogging sensor.

TYRE PRESSURE

Important information on tyre pressures, safety, and special notes for laden vehicles.

BATTERY

Battery maintenance, handling precautions, and guidance on replacing the battery.

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE (1/2)

Proper methods for washing the vehicle, what to avoid, and protection against corrosive agents.

INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE (1/2)

Guidelines for cleaning the glass instrument panel, interior textiles, and handling stains.

Practical advice

TOOLS

Information on accessing and using the vehicle's jack, wheelbrace, and hubcap tool.

PUNCTURE (1/2)

Procedure for removing and storing the emergency spare wheel in case of a puncture.

TYRE INFLATION KIT (1/4)

Tyre inflation kit approval, usage guidelines, repair limitations, and essential precautions.

WHEEL TRIM/WHEELS

Instructions on how to correctly remove and refit the vehicle's wheel trims.

CHANGING A WHEEL (1/2)

Step-by-step guide to changing a wheel, including safety precautions and vehicle positioning.

TYRES (1/3)

Essential information on tyre and wheel safety, and maintaining optimal tyre condition.

FRONT LIGHTS: changing bulbs (1/4)

Instructions for changing dipped beam headlight bulbs, with relevant safety warnings.

REAR LIGHTS: changing bulbs (1/4)

Procedure for removing rear light units and changing bulbs for various rear lighting functions.

INDICATOR LIGHTS: changing bulbs

How to change the side indicator light bulbs and associated safety warnings.

INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing bulbs (1/4)

Instructions for changing courtesy light and front map reading light bulbs.

FUSES (1/6)

Information on passenger compartment fuses, access, and fuse replacement guidelines.

BATTERY: troubleshooting (1/2)

Precautions to avoid sparks when working with the battery and connecting a battery charger.

WIPER BLADES

Instructions on how to replace both the windscreen and rear screen wiper blades.

TOWING: breakdown (1/3)

Procedure for towing a vehicle in breakdown, including towing points and safety warnings.

FITTED AUDIO EQUIPMENT

Location of radio and speaker systems and advice on installing aftermarket audio equipment.

ACCESSORIES

Guidelines for installing electrical accessories, using communication devices, and LPG version accessories.

OPERATING FAULTS (1/5)

Troubleshooting for common operating faults like starter issues and engine starting problems.

Technical specifications

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATE

Details and interpretation of the information found on the vehicle identification plate.

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION PLATES (1/2)

Location and identification of engine plates/labels for various engine types.

DIMENSIONS (in metres)

Exterior dimensions of the vehicle, including measurements with and without roof bars.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Technical details including engine types, capacity, fuel, octane rating, and spark plugs.

WEIGHTS (in kg)

Information on vehicle weights, towing capacities, roof load limits, and weight transfer.

SERVICE SHEETS (1/6)

A section for recording vehicle service history and anti-corrosion checks.

ANTICORROSION CHECK (1/5)

Section for documenting corrosion repair operations and their respective dates.

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