Renault Duster (2016 year). Instruction — part 2

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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS

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Driver’s and passenger air

bags

These may be fitted to the front seats

on the driver and passenger side (loca-

tion A).
Each air bag system consists of:
– an air bag and gas generator fitted

on the steering wheel for the driver

and in the dashboard for the front

passenger;

– an electronic unit for system monitor-

ing which controls the gas generator

electrical trigger system;

– a special warning light

å

;

– remote sensors.

The air bag system uses

pyrotechnic principles. This

explains why, when the air

bag inflates, it will gener-

ate heat, produce smoke (this does

not mean that a fire is about to start)

and make a noise upon detonation.

An air bag may inflate immediately,

causing some minor, superficial

grazing to the skin or other discom-

fort.

Operation

This system is only operational when

the ignition is switched on.
If a severe frontal impact occurs, the

air bag(s) inflate(s) rapidly, cushion-

ing the impact of the driver’s head and

chest against the steering wheel and

the front passenger’s head against the

dashboard. The air bag then deflates

immediately so that the passengers are

not impeded in any way when they get

out of the vehicle.

A

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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS

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Warnings concerning the driver’s air bag

– Do not modify the steering wheel or the steering wheel boss.

– Do not cover the steering wheel boss under any circumstances.

– Do not attach any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the steering wheel boss.

– You must not remove the steering wheel (such work must only be performed by trained personnel from our Network).

– When driving, do not sit too close to the steering wheel. Sit with your arms slightly bent (see the information on “Adjusting

your driving position” in Section 1). This will allow sufficient space for the air bag to inflate properly and be fully effective.

Warnings concerning the passenger air bag

– Do not attach or glue any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the dashboard in the proximity of the air bag

housing.

– Do not place anything between the dashboard and the passenger (pet, umbrella, walking stick, parcels, etc.).

– The passenger must not put his or her feet on the dashboard or seat as there is a risk that serious injuries may occur. In

general, all parts of the body should be kept away from the dashboard (knees, hands, head etc.).

– You should reactivate the passenger air bag as soon as you remove the child seat to ensure the protection of the front pas-

senger in the event of an impact.

A REAR-FACING CHILD SEAT MUST NOT BE FITTED TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT UNLESS

THE RESTRAINT SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE SEAT BELT, I.E. AIR BAG, ARE DEACTIVATED.

(refer to the information on “Child safety: deactivating/activating the front passenger air bag” in Section 1)

All of the warnings below are given so that the air bag is not obstructed in any way when it is deployed and also to pre-

vent the risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the air bag deploys.

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SIDE PROTECTION DEVICES

Side air bags

These air bags may be fitted to the front

seats and are deployed at the sides of

the seats (door side) to protect the oc-

cupants in the event of a severe side

impact.

Warnings concerning the side air bag
– Fitting seat covers: seats equipped with an air bag require covers

specifically designed for your vehicle. Contact an approved dealer to find

out if such covers are available from our Network. The use of any covers

other than those designed for your vehicle (including those designed for an-

other vehicle) may affect the operation of the air bags and reduce your protec-

tion.

– In the front, do not place any accessories, objects or even pets between the

seatback, the door and the internal fittings. Do not cover the seatback with ob-

jects such as clothes or accessories. This may prevent the airbag from operat-

ing correctly or cause injury when the airbag is deployed.

– No work or modification whatsoever may be carried out on the seat or internal

fittings, except by qualified personnel from our Network.

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The airbag is designed to complement the action of the seat belt. Both the

airbags and seat belts are integral parts of the same protection system.

It is therefore essential to wear the seat belt at all times. If seat belts are

not worn, the occupants are exposed to the risk of serious injury in the

event of an accident. It may also increase the risk of minor superficial injuries

occurring when the airbag is deployed, although such minor injuries are always

possible with airbags.
If the vehicle should overturn or suffer a rear impact, however severe, the pre-

tensioners and air bags are not always triggered. Impacts to the underside of the

vehicle, e.g. from pavements, potholes or stones, can all trigger these systems.
– No work or modification whatsoever may be carried out on any part of the

driver or passenger air bag system (air bag, electronic unit, wiring, etc.), except

by qualified personnel from our Network.

– To ensure that the system is in good working order and to avoid accidental trig-

gering of the system which could cause injury, only qualified personnel from

our Network may work on the air bag system.

– As a safety precaution, have the air bag system checked if your vehicle has

been involved in an accident, or is stolen or broken into.

– When selling or lending the vehicle, inform the user of these points and hand

over this driver’s handbook with the vehicle.

– When scrapping your vehicle, contact your approved Dealer for disposal of the

gas generator(s).

All of the warnings below are given so that the air bag is not obstructed in any way when it is inflated and also to prevent

the risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the air bag inflates.

ADDITIONAL METHODS OF RESTRAINT

Operating faults

This warning light

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will light up on

the instrument panel when the ignition

is switched on and then go out after a

few seconds.
If it does not light up when the ignition

is switched on, or if it lights up when the

engine is running, it indicates a fault in

the system. In this case, fitting a child

seat in the front passenger seat is

PROHIBITED.
Contact an approved dealer as soon

as possible. Your protection will be re-

duced until this fault is rectified.

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CHILD SAFETY: General information

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Carrying children

Children, and adults, must be correctly

seated and strapped in for all journeys.

The children being carried in your vehi-

cle are your responsibility.
A child is not a miniature adult. Children

are at risk of specific injuries as their

muscles and bones have not yet fin-

ished growing. The seat belt alone

would not provide suitable protection.

Use an approved child seat and ensure

you use it correctly.

A collision at 30 mph

(50 km/h) is the same

as falling a distance of

10 metres. Transporting a

child without a restraint is the equi-

valent of allowing him or her to play

on a fourthfloor balcony without rail-

ings.

Never travel with a child held in your

arms. In the event of an accident,

you will not be able to keep hold of

the child, even if you yourself are

wearing a seat belt.

If your vehicle has been involved in

a road accident, replace the child

seat and have the seat belts and

ISOFIX fittings checked.

Never leave a child unat-

tended in the vehicle.
Check that your child is

always strapped in and that

the belt or safety harness used is

correctly set and adjusted. Avoid

wearing bulky clothing which could

cause the belts to slacken.
Never let your child put their head or

arms out of the window.
Check that the child is in the correct

position for the entire journey, espe-

cially if asleep.

To prevent the doors being

opened, use the childproof

locks (refer to the informa-

tion on “Locking/unlocking

the doors” in Section 1).

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CHILD SAFETY: General information

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Using a child seat

The level of protection offered by the

child seat depends on its ability to re-

strain your child and on its installation.

Incorrect installation compromises the

protection it offers the child in the event

of harsh braking or an impact.
Before purchasing a child seat, check

that it complies with the regulations for

the country you are in and that it can

be fitted in your vehicle. Consult an ap-

proved dealer to find out which seats

are recommended for your vehicle.
Before fitting a child seat, read the

manual and respect its instructions. If

you experience any difficulties during

installation, contact the manufacturer

of the equipment. Keep the instructions

with the seat.

Set a good example by always fas-

tening your seat belt and teaching

your child:

– to strap themselves in correctly;

– to always get in and out of the car

at the kerb, away from busy traf-

fic.

Do not use a second-hand child

seat or one without an instruction

manual.

Check that there are no objects in

the vicinity of the child seat which

could impede its operation.

Never leave a child unat-

tended in the vehicle.
Check that your child is

always strapped in and that

the belt or safety harness used is

correctly set and adjusted. Avoid

wearing bulky clothing which could

cause the belts to slacken.
Never let your child put their head or

arms out of the window.
Check that the child is in the correct

position for the entire journey, espe-

cially if asleep.

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Booster cushions
From 15 kg or 4 years, the child can

travel using a booster seat, which will

enable the seat belt to be adapted

to suit his/her size and shape. The

booster seat cushion must be fitted with

guides to position the seat belt on the

child’s thighs rather than the stomach.

It is recommended that you use a seat-

back fitted with a belt strap guide which

can be adjusted in terms of height to

position the seat belt in the centre of

the shoulder. It should never rest on the

neck or over the arm. Choose a bucket

type seat for better side protection.

Forward-facing child seats
The child’s head and abdomen need to

be protected as a priority. A forward-fac-

ing child seat which is firmly attached to

the vehicle will reduce the risk of impact

to the head. Ensure your child travels in

a forward-facing seat with a harness for

as long as their size permits. Choose

a wrap-around seat for better side pro-

tection.

Rear-facing child seats
A baby’s head is, proportionally, heavier

than that of an adult and its neck is very

fragile. Transport the child in this po-

sition for as long as possible (until the

age of 2 at the very least). It supports

the head and neck. Choose a bucket

type seat for better side protection and

replace it as soon as the child’s head

extends past the seat shell.

CHILD SAFETY: choosing a child seat

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CHILD SAFETY: mounting a child seat

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Attachment via the seat belt
The seat belt must be adjusted to

ensure that it is effective in the event of

harsh braking or an impact.
Ensure that the strap paths indicated

by the child seat manufacturer are re-

spected.
Always check that the seat belt is cor-

rectly fastened by pulling it up, then

pulling it out fully whilst pressing on the

child seat.
Check that the seat is correctly held by

moving it from side to side and back

to front: the seat should remain firmly

fixed.
Check that the child seat has not been

installed at an angle and that it is not

resting against a window.

Attachment with the ISOFIX system
Authorised ISOFIX child seats are ap-

proved in accordance with regulation

ECE-R44 in one of the three following

cases:

– ISOFIX universal 3-point forward-

facing seat;

– ISOFIX semi-universal 2-point seat;

– specific.
For the latter two, check that your child

seat can be installed by consulting the

list of compatible vehicles.
Attach the child seat with the ISOFIX

locks, if these are provided. The ISOFIX

system allows quick, easy, safe fitting.
The ISOFIX system is composed of

2 rings for each rear side seat.

Before using an ISOFIX

child seat that you pur-

chased for another vehicle,

check that its installation is

authorised. Consult the list of ve-

hicles which can be fitted with the

seat from the equipment manufac-

turer.

No modifications may be

made to the component

parts of the restraint system

(seat belts, ISOFIX, seats

and their mountings) originally fitted.

The seat belt must never

be twisted or the tension

relieved. Never pass the

shoulder strap under the

arm or behind the back.

Check that the seat belt has not

been damaged by sharp edges.

If the seat belt does not operate nor-

mally, it will not protect the child.

Consult an approved dealer. Do not

use this seat until the seat belt has

been repaired.

Do not use the child seat

if it may unfasten the seat

belt restraining it: the base

of the seat must not rest on

the buckle and/or catch of the seat

belt.

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Attach the hook on the belt to one of the

rings 3 (4x2 version) or 4 (4x4 version).
Pull the belt so that the back of the child

seat comes into contact with the back

of the vehicle seat.

The third ring of each side seat is used

to attach the upper strap on some child

seats.
Pass the belt between the seatback

and the rear parcel shelf (to remove the

parcel shelf: refer to Section 3 “Parcel

shelf”).

The rings ISOFIX 1 are located be-

tween the seatback and the seat base

and are clearly visible.
To ensure your child seat can be easily

fitted and locked on rings 1, use access

guides 2 on the child seat.

The ISOFIX anchorage points have been exclusively designed for child

seats with the ISOFIX system. Never fit a different type of child seat, seat

belt or other objects to these anchorage points.
Check that nothing is obstructing the anchorage points.

If your vehicle has been involved in a road accident, have the ISOFIX anchorage

points checked and replace your child seat.

CHILD SAFETY: mounting a child seat

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It is essential to use the

boot anchorage points 3

or 4 to attach the upper belt

of the child seat.

It is forbidden to use other mounting

points to attach this strap.

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3

1

2

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CHILD SAFETY: fitting a child seat

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The types of child seats indicated may

not be available. Before using a differ-

ent child seat, check with the manufac-

turer that it can be fitted.

In the front seat
The laws concerning children travel-

ling in the front passenger seat differ in

every country. Consult the legislation in

force and follow the indications on the

diagram on the following page.
Before fitting a child seat in this seat (if

authorised):

– deactivate the front passenger air

bag;

– lower the seat belt as far as possible;

– move the seat as far back as pos-

sible;

– gently tilt the seatback away from

vertical (approximately 25°);

– on equipped vehicles, raise the seat

base as far as possible.

In all situations, reinsert the headrest to

its full extent so that it does not interfere

with the child seat (see the information

on “Front headrests” in Section 1);

RISK OF DEATH OR

SERIOUS INJURY: before

fitting a child seat in this

seat, check that the air bag

has been deactivated (refer to the in-

formation on “Deactivating the front

passenger air bag” in Section 1).

Some seats are not suitable for fitting

child seats. The diagrams on the fol-

lowing pages show you how to attach

a child seat.

Fit the child seat in a rear

seat wherever possible.
Make sure that the child

seat or the child’s feet do

not prevent the front seat from lock-

ing correctly. Refer to the informa-

tion on the “Front seat” in Section 1.
Check that when installing the child

seat in the vehicle it is not at risk of

coming loose from its base.
If you have to remove the headrest,

check that it is correctly stored so

that it does not come loose under

harsh braking or impact.
Always attach the child seat to the

vehicle even if it is not in use so that

it does not come loose under harsh

braking or impact.

After installing the child seat, if neces-

sary, the seat may be advanced (so as

to leave enough space in the rear seats

for passengers or other child seats).

For a rear-facing child seat, do not let

it touch the dashboard or move it to the

furthest forward position.
Do not change other settings after in-

stalling the child seat.

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CHILD SAFETY: fitting a child seat

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Rear centre seat
A child seat may only be fitted in this

seat if it is equipped with an inertia-reel

seat belt. For any additional informa-

tion, contact an approved dealer.

In the rear side seat
A carrycot can be installed across the

vehicle and will take up at least two

seats. Position the child with his or her

feet nearest the door.
Before installing a child seat in the

ISOFIX anchoring points on a rear side

seat, check that the seat belt buckles

are not placed between the two ISOFIX

anchorage points in this seat. If neces-

sary, move the buckle from the seat in

question towards the centre of the ve-

hicle.
Move the front seat as far forward as

possible to install a rear-facing child

seat, then move back the seat in front

as far as it will go, although without al-

lowing it to come into contact with the

child seat.
For the safety of the child in the for-

ward-facing seat, do not move the seat

in front back past the middle of the

runner, do not tilt the seatback too far

(maximum of 25° ) and raise the seat as

much as possible.
Check that the forward-facing child seat

is resting against the back of the vehi-

cle seat and that the headrest of the ve-

hicle is not obstructing its use.

Ensure that the child seat or

the child’s feet do not pre-

vent the front seat from loc-

king correctly. Refer to the

information on the «Front seats» in

Section 1 or «Rear seat operation»

in Section 3.

A child seat with support

struts must never be in-

stalled on the rear centre

seat. RISK OF DEATH OR

SERIOUS INJURY.

When fitting a child seat

(Group 2 or 3 booster seat),

check that the seat belts op-

erate (wind) correctly: refer

to Section 1 “Rear seat belts”. If

necessary, adjust the position of the

vehicle seat.

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CHILD SAFETY: fitting a child seat

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Using a child safety system

which is not approved for

this vehicle will not correctly

protect the baby or child.

They risk serious or even fatal injury.

³

Check the status of the air bag

before fitting a child seat or allowing a

passenger to use the seat.

Vehicles without air bag OR with air bag deactivated

RISK OF DEATH OR

SERIOUS INJURY: before

installing a child/baby seat

on the front passenger seat,

check that the air bag has been de-

activated (refer to “Deactivating the

front passenger air bag” at the end

of the paragraph).

Child seat attached using the ISOFIX

mounting

ü

Seat which allows an ISOFIX

child seat to be fitted.

±

The rear seats are fitted with

an anchorage point which allows a

forward-facing ISOFIX child seat with

universal approval to be fitted. The an-

chorage points are located under the

luggage compartment carpet and are

indicated by a marking.
The size of the ISOFIX child seat is in-

dicated by a letter:

– A, B and B1: for forward-facing seats

in group 1 (9 to 18 kg);

– C: rear-facing seats in group 1 (9 to

18 kg);

– D and E: shell seat or rear-facing

seats in group 0 or 0+ (less than

13 kg);

– F and G: cots in group 0 (less than

10 kg).

²

Seat not suitable for fitting child

seats.

¬

Seat which allows a child seat

with “Universal” approval to be attached

by a seat belt.

Only if the seat is equipped with an

inertia-reel belt.

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CHILD SAFETY: fitting a child seat

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Child seat attached using the belt

¬

Seat which allows a child seat

with “Universal” approval to be attached

by a seat belt.

Only if the seat is equipped with an

inertia-reel belt.

Using a child safety system

which is not approved for

this vehicle will not correctly

protect the baby or child.

They risk serious or even fatal injury.

²

Seat not suitable for fitting child

seats.

Vehicles with passenger air bag not deactivated

RISK OF DEATH OR

SERIOUS INJURY: never

fit a child seat to this seat.

Child seat attached using the ISOFIX

mounting

ü

Seat which allows an ISOFIX

child seat to be fitted.

±

The rear seats are fitted with

an anchorage point which allows a

forward-facing ISOFIX child seat with

universal approval to be fitted. The an-

chorage points are located under the

luggage compartment carpet and are

indicated by a marking.
The size of the ISOFIX child seat is in-

dicated by a letter:

– A, B and B1: for forward-facing seats

in group 1 (9 to 18 kg);

– C: rear-facing seats in group 1 (9 to

18 kg);

– D and E: shell seat or rear-facing

seats in group 0 or 0+ (less than

13 kg);

– F and G: cots in group 0 (less than

10 kg).

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CHILD SAFETY: fitting a child seat

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(5) RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY: before fitting a child seat on the front passenger seat, check that the air

bag has been deactivated (refer to the information on “Deactivating the front passenger air bag” in Section 1).
(6) RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY: never fit a child seat to this seat.

The table below summarises the information already shown on the diagram on the previous pages, to ensure the regula-

tions in force are respected.

Type of child seat

Weight of

the child

Seat

size

Front passenger

seat without air

bag or with air

bag deactivated

(1) (5)

Front passenger

seat with air bag

without deactivation

(1) (6)

Rear

side

seats

Rear centre

seat

(7)

Carrycot fitted across the

vehicle

Approved for group 0

< 10 kg

F - G

X

X

U-IL

(2)

U

Rear-facing shell seat

Approved for group 0 or 0+

< 13 kg

9 to 18 kg

D, E

U

X

U-IL

(3)

U

Rear-facing seat

Approved for group 0+ and 1

9 to 18 kg

C

U

X

U-IL

(3)

U

Forward-facing seat

Approved for group 1

9 to 18 kg

A, B,

B1

X

X

U - IUF

- IL

(4)

U

Booster seat

Approved for group 2 and 3

15 kg to

25 kg and

22 to 36 kg

–

X

X

U

(4)

U

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CHILD SAFETY: fitting a child seat

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X = Seat not suitable for fitting child seats.

U = Seat which allows a child seat with “Universal” approval to be installed using a seat belt; check that it can be fitted.

IUF = Seat which, on equipped vehicles, allows forward-facing child seats with “Universal” approval to be attached by the ISOFIX

system: check that it can be fitted.

IL = On equipped vehicles, seat which allows an approved “semi-universal” or “vehicle specific” child seat to be attached using the

ISOFIX system; check that it can be fitted.

Refer to the brochure “Child safety equipment” available from the Network to choose the seat suited to your child and

recommended for your vehicle.
(1) Only a rear-facing child seat can be fitted in this seat: raise the seat to the maximum and position it as far back as possible,

tilting the seatback slightly (approximately 25°).

(2) A carrycot can be installed across the vehicle and will take up two seats. Position the child with his or her feet nearest the door.

(3) Move the front seat as far forward as possible to install a rear-facing child seat, then move back the seat in front as far as it will

go, although without allowing it to come into contact with the child seat.

(4) Forward-facing child seat; position the seatback of the child seat in contact with the seatback of the vehicle seat. Adjust the

headrest, or remove it if necessary. Do not push the seat in front of the child more than halfway back on its runners and do not

recline the seatback more than 25°.

(7) A child seat may only be fitted in this seat if it is equipped with an inertia-reel seat belt. For any additional information, please

contact an authorised dealer.

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To deactivate the passenger airbag,

with the ignition off, press and turn

button 1 to the OFF position.
With the ignition switched back on, it is

essential to check that warning light 2,

]

, is lit up on the instrument panel.

This warning light remains conti-

nuously lit to let you know that you

can fit a child seat.

Deactivating the front

passenger air bag

(depending on vehicle)
To fit a rear-facing child seat on the

front passenger seat, you must deacti-

vate the front passenger air bag if your

vehicle is fitted with air bag deactiva-

tion.

CHILD SAFETY: deactivating/activating the front passenger air bag

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The passenger air bag must

be activated or deactivated

with the ignition off.
If handled when the igni-

tion is on, the warning light

å

comes on.
Switch the ignition off then on again

to reset the air bag in accordance

with the lock position.

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