Renault Kangoo E-Tech (2023 year). Manual in english

REAR SEATS: functions (3/3)

When moving the rear

seats:

When refitting the seat-

back, make sure it is cor-

- check that no one is near

rectly locked in place.

to any of the moving parts;

If seat covers are fitted,

- check that there is sufficient

make sure these do not prevent the

space around the seat.

seatback latch from locking in.

Make sure that the seat belts are

For safety reasons, carry out any

positioned correctly.

adjustments when the vehicle is sta-

Reposition the headrests.

tionary.

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REAR PARCEL SHELF

The shelf is made up of two rigid sec-

- Storage position B.

tions.

To store the parcel shelf, slide it into the

There are two possible positions:

runner 3 behind the rear bench seat-

back.

- top position A;

In this case, you can fold section 2 onto

section 1 by lifting it as shown by the

arrow.

Do not place any heavy or

hard object on the parcel

shelf. These may pose a

risk to the vehicle occu-

pants if the driver has to brake sud-

denly or if the vehicle is involved in

an accident.

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LUGGAGE NET (1/2)

On equipped vehicles, the luggage net

Fitting the luggage net

can be used, when transporting ani-

behind the rear seats

mals or luggage, to separate them from

the passenger section.

Inside the vehicle and on each side:

It is fitted behind the rear bench seat

- insert the top rod of the net 4 into the

or behind the driver and front passen-

anchorage points 3 (the opening of

ger seats.

the net A must be positioned on the

right-hand side of the vehicle);

- pass the lower straps 5 of the net

through the anchorage points 6;

- then insert them into the 7 net lock-

ing system;

The luggage net is de-

- adjust the net strap 5 so that it is taut.

The luggage net must not

signed to retain a maximum

be used to hold objects.

weight of 10 kg.

Risk of injury.

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LUGGAGE NET (2/2)

Fitting the luggage net

insert the upper rod of the net 4 into

the anchoring points 1;

behind the front seats

remove the covers 8 to access the

Inside the vehicle and on each side:

anchorage points 9;

- place the entire bench seat in the

pass the lower straps 5 of the net

flat-floor position ➥ 3.35;

through the anchorage points 9;

- lift the covers 2 to access the an-

then insert them into the 7 net lock-

chorage points 1;

ing system;

adjust the strap 5 of the net so that

it is taut (adjust the right-hand strap

first).

Do not install the luggage

net in this position when a

passenger is occupying a

rear seat.

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TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT (1/4)

Always position the objects transported

so that the largest surface is against:

- the rear bench seatback, for normal

loading (example A);

– the front seatbacks with the rear seat-

backs folded down, as is the case for

maximum loads (example B).

Always position the heavi-

est items directly on the

floor. Use the lashing

points 1 on the boot floor, if

Ensure that the objects being trans-

these are fitted to the vehicle. The

ported are evenly distributed throughout

luggage should be loaded in such a

the loading area.

way that no items will be thrown for-

ward and strike the occupants if the

If you have to place objects on the folded

driver has to brake suddenly. Fasten

seatback, it is necessary that you lower

the rear seat belts, even if the seats

the headrests before folding the seat-

are not occupied.

back so that it can be folded as flat as

possible against the seat.

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TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT (2/4)

For your safety, check that

all the vehicle’s doors are

properly closed before

starting the engine.

Transporting objects in the

Special note for van version

While driving with the right

rear load area

rear hinged door open,

Rotary rings 3:

always secure transported

Depending on the vehicle, rotating

F max: 400 daN

loads. The left-hand door,

rings 2 and 3 can be used to prevent

which remains shut, should not be

transported objects from moving. The

used to hold transported loads in

number of rings and their locations may

place. Using the right rear hinged

vary depending on the vehicle.

door open while driving should only

be done in exceptional cases.

In any event, please refer to local

legislation.

Risk of loads falling on the road

surface.

The sole purpose of these rings 2 is

to prevent transported objects from

moving. The objects must be se-

cured to the mounting rings 3 on the

vehicle floor beforehand.

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TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT (3/4)

“Open Sesame” version

To do this, pivot the partition 4. Please

Recess 8 and roof rack 7

observe the procedure when pivoting

(depending on the vehicle)

Depending on the width and length of

the partition ➥ 1.62.

objects carried in the rear load area,

Depending on the length of the objects

use the front passenger door and slid-

being transported in the rear load area,

ing side door openings.

you can use the recess 8 or the roof

rack 7.

Position for use

With the roof rack in the storage po-

sition, pull the lever 6 downwards to

unlock the roof rack, then hold the roof

rack bar 5 and pull it towards you until it

locks (movement C).

The roof rack locks automatically.

Check that the bonnet is correctly

locked.

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TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT (4/4)

Maximum permissible load weight

Storage position

on roof rack 7: 30 kg evenly distrib-

uted.

With the roof rack in the operating po-

sition, pull the handle 6 downwards to

Maximum load length:

unlock the roof rack, hold the roof rack

- standard chassis: 2 metres;

bar 5 and push it upwards until it locks

(movement D).

- long chassis: 2.5 metres.

Always secure the transported

loads using the rings 9.

The roof rack locks automatically.

Check that the bonnet is correctly

Make sure that you abide by the

locked.

maximum authorised length and

load weight.

Prepare any protections that may

be required and adapt your driving

to minimise the movement of the

When handling the roof rack, ensure

transported load and to avoid dam-

that nobody is near the moving

aging the vehicle or the load.

parts.

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TRANSPORTING OBJECTS towbar

Permissible nose weight, maxi- -

mum permissible towing weight

braked and unbraked: ➥ 6.7.

Choice and fitting of towing

equipment

Maximum weight of towing equip-

ment:

- 7.2 kg on a vehicle with towing

pre-equipment;

Dimension A (maximum)

- 28.5 kg on a vehicle without

Standard chassis

towing pre-equipment.

A = 935 mm.

It is not permitted to fit a mechanical

Long chassis

towing device (ball, hook, etc.) that

A = 975 mm.

is removable without tools or retract-

Any towing device must not ob-

able if it cannot be easily removed

struct any lighting component or

or repositioned when not in use.

the number plate when not in use.

Mechanical towing devices (ball,

For fitting and conditions of use,

hook, etc.) which can be removed

refer to the equipment’s fitting in-

without tools and retractable objects

structions.

must be removed or repositioned

Please keep these instructions with

when they are not in use.

the rest of the vehicle documenta-

In all cases, you must comply with

tion.

the regulations of the particular

country you are in.

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MODULAR ROOF BARS (1/2)

Before transporting a load on the mod-

ular roof bars, they must be set to their

operating position:

- Unclip the levers 1 (movement A);

When handling, ensure that the

bars do not touch the vehicle roof as

- Raise the bars sufficiently to allow

they may scratch the roof.

them to be pivoted (figure B);

- Lock the bars in the transverse

Make sure that the two roof

position by clipping the levers

bars are correctly posi-

(figure C);

tioned and locked.

- Check that they are correctly locked.

It is strictly forbidden to place the

modular roof bars in the transverse

position

(carrying position) when

Maximum weight on each roof bar:

entering a roller-type car wash.

40 kg evenly distributed (80 kg over

two roof bars).

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MODULAR ROOF BARS (2/2)

To slide the bar

Once you have chosen the position,

pivot the bar and lock it in the trans-

When not using the bars in trans-

Roof bar 2 can be slid to move it

verse position (figure E).

verse position, refit the bars in lon-

closer to or further from the other bar

gitudinal position in order to opti-

(figure D).

Check that both bars are correctly

mise fuel consumption and avoid air

locked in position.

There are two positions: centre or rear.

noise.

With the bar unlocked, pull it towards

the front or the rear of the vehicle to

slide it in rail 3.

Check that the objects and/

or accessories (bike rack,

roof box, etc.) fitted to the

roof bars are correctly po-

sitioned, evenly distributed and se-

cured.

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ROOF ANCHORAGE POINTS

User precautions

Handling the tailgate

Before operating the tailgate, check the

objects and/or accessories (bike rack,

roof box, etc.) fitted on the roof bars:

For information on the range of

these must be correctly positioned and

equipment adapted to your vehi-

secured, and must not prevent the tail-

cle, we advise you to consult an ap-

gate from operating correctly.

proved Dealer.

Refer to the fitting instructions for in-

formation on how to fit roof bars and

conditions of use.

Please keep these instructions with

the rest of the vehicle documenta-

tion.

Unscrew the blanking covers 1 in order

to access the mounting points.

Maximum permissible load on

roof: 100 kg (including carrying de-

vices).

If original roof bars, ap-

proved by our Technical

Department, are supplied

with screws, only use these

screws for attaching the roof bars to

the vehicle.

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BONNET (1/2)

To open the bonnet, open a door and

Opening the bonnet

pull the 1 handle, located on the left-

To unlock, gently lift the bonnet and

hand side of the dashboard.

push tab 2 in the direction of arrow A to

release the bonnet.

Lift the bonnet, guiding it up, and it

will rest in position with the help of two

Before carrying out any

struts 3.

action in the engine com-

partment, you must switch

off the ignition.

➥ 2.2

After any procedure in the

➥ 2.3.

engine compartment, make

When working in the engine

sure that you do not forget

compartment, ensure that

anything (cloth, tools, etc.).

the windscreen wiper stalk

These may damage the engine or

Do not press down on the

is in the park position.

cause a fire.

bonnet: there is a risk that

Risk of injury.

the bonnet may accidentally

close.

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BONNET (2/2)

Closing the bonnet

Before closing the bonnet, make sure

that nothing has been left in the engine

compartment.

To close it again, hold the bonnet in the

The vehicle drive system

middle and lower it to 25 cm above the

in an electric vehicle uses

closed position, then release it. Ensure

a direct voltage of approxi-

that the bonnet is properly closed.

mately “400 V”.

If it does not lock itself under its own

This system can get hot during

weight, gently push it until it fully locks.

and after switching off the ignition.

Respect warning messages given

on the labels in the vehicle.

Any intervention or modification

on the vehicle’s “400 V” electrical

system (components, cables, con-

nectors, traction battery) is strictly

prohibited.

Risk of serious injury and/or elec-

Ensure that the bonnet is

tric shock which may endanger

properly locked.

life.

Check that nothing is pre-

venting the catch from lock-

The engine cooling fan may also

ing (gravel, cloth, etc.).

start at any moment. The 

label in the engine compartment re-

minds you of this.

In the event of even a slight

Risk of injury.

impact involving the radi-

ator grille or bonnet, have

the bonnet lock checked by

an approved dealer as soon as pos-

sible.

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LEVELS (1/2)

Checking intervals

Replacement intervals

Check the coolant level regularly

Refer to the Maintenance Document for

(very severe damage is likely to be

your vehicle.

caused to the engine if it runs out of

coolant).

The vehicle drive system

If the level needs to be topped up, only

in an electric vehicle uses

use products approved by our Technical

a direct voltage of approxi-

Department which ensure:

mately “400 V”.

- protection against freezing;

This system can get hot during

- anticorrosion protection of the cool-

and after switching off the ignition.

ing system.

Respect warning messages given

on the labels in the vehicle.

Note: for a new vehicle in the running-in

phase: the coolant level may be higher

Any intervention or modification

than the “MAXI” mark on the tank, then

on the vehicle’s “400 V” electrical

drop to between the “MINI” and “MAXI”

system (components, cables, con-

marks. This does not present a risk.

nectors, traction battery) is strictly



Coolant

prohibited.

The level is checked with the engine

switched off and on flat ground. The

Risk of serious injury and/or elec-

level when cold must be between the

tric shock which may endanger

“MINI” and “MAXI” marks on the cool-

life.

ant reservoir 1.

The engine cooling fan may also

Top this level up when cold before the

“MINI” mark is reached.

start at any moment. The 

label in the engine compartment re-

minds you of this.

No operations should be

Risk of injury.

carried out on the cooling

Do not do any work under

circuit when the engine is

the bonnet when the vehicle

hot.

is charging or when the igni-

tion is switched on.

Risk of burns.

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LEVELS (2/2)

Topping up

After any operation on the hydraulic

circuit, a specialist must replace the

fluid. Only use fluids approved by our

Technical Department (and taken from

a sealed container).

Level 2

It is normal for the level to drop as

the linings become worn, but it should

never drop below the “MIN” warning

line.

If you wish to check the disc wear your-

self, you should obtain the document

explaining the checking procedure from

our network or from the manufacturer’s

website.



Brake fluid



Windscreen washer

The level should be read with the engine

reservoir

switched off and on level ground. This

Topping up

should be checked frequently, and im-

mediately if you notice even the slight-

Open cap 3, fill until you can see the

est loss in braking efficiency.

fluid, then refit the cap.

Replacement intervals

Liquid

Refer to the Maintenance Document for

Screen wash product (product with an-

your vehicle.

tifreeze in winter).

When working in the engine

compartment, ensure that

Jets

the windscreen wiper stalk

Use a tool such as a needle to adjust

is in the park position.

If there is an abnormal or repeated

the height of the windscreen washer

drop in the fluid level, please consult

Risk of injury.

jets.

an authorised dealer.

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SECONDARY 12 V BATTERY (1/2)

Maintenance/replacement

The charge status of the 12 volt bat-

tery 1 can decrease, especially if you

use your vehicle:

- when the outside temperature drops;

- after extended use of energy-con-

The vehicle drive system

suming devices with the engine

in an electric vehicle uses

switched off.

a direct voltage of approxi-

mately “400 V”.

This system can get hot during

For your own safety and for

and after switching off the ignition.

the proper operation of the

Respect warning messages given

vehicle’s electrical equip-

on the labels in the vehicle.

ment

(lights, windscreen

Any intervention or modification

wipers, ABS, etc.), any interven-

on the vehicle’s “400 V” electrical

The secondary battery is a 12 V battery:

tion on the secondary 12 V battery

system (components, cables, con-

this supplies the energy required to op-

(removal, disconnection, etc.) must

nectors, traction battery) is strictly

erate vehicle equipment (lights, wind-

categorically be performed by a

prohibited.

screen wipers, audio system, etc) and

specialist professional.

Risk of serious injury and/or elec-

certain safety systems, such as ABS.

Risk of serious burns or electric

tric shock which may endanger

shocks.

You should not open it or add any

life.

Respect categorically the replace-

fluid.

ment intervals (without exceeding

The engine cooling fan may also

them) as stated in the maintenance

document.

start at any moment. The 

The battery is a specific type.

label in the engine compartment re-

Please ensure it is replaced with the

minds you of this.

same type.

Risk of injury.

Call an approved Dealer.

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SECONDARY 12 V BATTERY (2/2)

Breakdown recovery

To avoid damaging your vehicle, do

not recharge the secondary 12 V

battery using:

- an external battery charger;

- a battery from another vehicle.

Please contact an Authorised

Dealer.

Label A

Observe the indications on the battery.

2 naked flames and smoking are forbid-

den;

Do not do any work under

3 eye protection required;

the bonnet when the vehicle

4 keep away from children;

is charging or when the igni-

5 explosive materials;

tion is switched on.

6 please consult the vehicle user

manual;

7 corrosive substances.

Do not use your electric vehicle to

restart the 12 volt battery in another

Do not disconnect the sec-

vehicle. The 12 volt electric power of

ondary 12 V battery.

an electric vehicle is not enough to

perform such an operation.

Risk of serious burns or

Risk of damage to vehicle

electric shocks.

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TYRE PRESSURE (1/2)

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

monitoring system

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

tures, under-inflation etc.), the 

warning light appears on the instrument

panel ➥ 2.25.

Label A

B: dimension of the tyres fitted to the

vehicle.

Open the driver’s door to read it.

C: intended driving speed.

Tyre pressures should be checked

when the tyres are cold.

D: front tyre pressure.

If the tyre pressures cannot be checked

E: rear tyre pressure.

when the tyres are cold, increase the

F: tyre pressure for the emergency

pressures from 0.2 to 0.3 bar (or 3 PSI).

spare wheel.

Never deflate a hot tyre.

G: emergency spare wheel dimensions.

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TYRE PRESSURE (2/2)

Tyre safety and chain fitting: for infor-

Vehicles used fully laden

mation on servicing conditions and, de-

(Maximum Permissible

pending on the vehicle version, the use

All-up Weight) and towing

of chains. ➥ 5.13.

a trailer

The maximum speed must be lim-

For your safety, please re-

ited to 62 mph (100 km/h) and the

spect the speed limit.

tyre pressure increased by 0.2 bar

When they need to be re-

(3 psi) ➥ 6.7.

placed, only tyres of the

Risk of tyre blowouts.

same make, size, type and profile

should be used on a single axle.

They must: either have a load ca-

pacity and speed rating at least

equal to those of the original

tyres, or conform to those recom-

mended by an authorised dealer.

Failure to heed these instructions

could endanger your safety and

affect your vehicle’s roadworthi-

ness.

Risk of loss of control of the ve-

hicle.

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BODYWORK MAINTENANCE (1/3)

A well-maintained vehicle will last

You should

Observe the vehicle stopping distances

longer. It is therefore recommended to

when driving on gravelled surfaces to

Wash your car frequently, with the

maintain the exterior of the vehicle reg-

prevent paint damage.

engine off, with cleaning prod-

ularly.

ucts recommended by our Technical

Repair, or have repaired quickly, areas

Your vehicle has been treated with very

Department (never use abrasive prod-

where the paint has been damaged, to

effective anti-corrosion products. It is

ucts). Rinse thoroughly beforehand

prevent corrosion spreading.

nevertheless subject to various outside

with a jet:

Remember to visit the body shop pe-

influences.

spots of tree resin and industrial

riodically in order to maintain your an-

grime;

ti-corrosion warranty. Refer to the

Corrosive agents in the

–

mud in the wheel arches and under-

Maintenance Document.

atmosphere:

neath the body which forms damp

- atmospheric pollution (built-up and

Respect local regulations about wash-

patches;

industrial areas);

ing vehicles (e.g. do not wash your ve-

bird droppings, which cause a

– saline atmospheres (near the sea,

hicle on a public highway).

chemical reaction with the paint that

particularly in hot weather);

rapidly discolours paintwork and

If it is necessary to clean mechani-

- seasonal and damp weather condi-

may even cause the paint to peel

cal components, hinges, etc., spray

tions (e.g. road salt in winter, water

off;

them with products approved by our

from road cleaners, etc.).

wash the vehicle immediately to

Technical Department to protect them

remove these marks since it is im-

after they have been cleaned.

Minor impacts

possible to remove them by polish-

ing;

Abrasive action

salt, particularly in the wheel arches

Dust and sand in the air, mud, road grit

and underneath the body after driv-

thrown up by other vehicles, etc.

ing in areas where the roads have

You should take a number of minor pre-

been gritted.

cautions in order to safeguard your ve-

Withdraw the vegetable falls (resin, film

hicle against such risks.

etc.) from the vehicle regularly.

We have selected special products

to care for your vehicle and you can

obtain these from the manufactur-

er’s accessory outlets.

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BODYWORK MAINTENANCE (2/3)

What you should not do

Wash the vehicle in bright sunlight or

freezing temperatures.

Degrease or clean using

high-pressure cleaning

Do not scrape off mud or dirt without

equipment or by spray-

pre-wetting.

ing on products not ap-

Allow dirt to accumulate on the exterior.

proved by our Technical

Department:

Allow rust to form following minor im-

mechanical components

(e.g.:

pacts.

engine compartment);

Do not use solvents not approved by

the wheels

(e.g. braking system

our Technical Department to remove

components such as brake calli-

stains as this could damage the paint-

pers);

work.

the underbody;

Do not drive in snow or muddy condi-

tions without washing the vehicle, par-

the parts with hinges (e.g. inside the

ticularly under the wheel arches and

doors);

body.

the painted plastic external fittings

(e.g. bumpers).

Washing the vehicle

Doing this could give rise to corrosion

Never wash the engine

or operational faults.

compartment, the charging

connection or the traction

battery with a high-pressure jet.

This risks damaging the electric

circuit.

Never wash the vehicle while it is

charging.

Risk of electric shock and a risk

to life.

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BODYWORK MAINTENANCE (3/3)

Vehicles with a matte paint

Using a roller type car wash

Cleaning stickers, decorative

finish

Return the wiper stalk to the park posi-

films, etc.

This type of paint requires certain pre-

tion ➥ 1.161, ➥ 1.165. Check the mount-

You should do the following

cautions.

ing of external accessories, additional

lights and rear view mirrors, and ensure

Use a soft cloth or cotton wool.

You should do the following

that the wiper blades are secured with

Moisten it with soapy water, then

adhesive tape.

always wipe clean with a soft cloth or

Wash the vehicle by hand using plenty

cotton wool.

of water, using a soft cloth or a gentle

Remove the radio aerial mast if your

Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry

sponge.

vehicle is fitted with this equipment.

cloth.

Remember to remove the tape and refit

Do not do the following

the antenna after washing.

Do not do the following

Use wax-based products (polishing).

Use alcohol-based cleaning products.

Rub too hard.

Cleaning the headlights,

Use utensils (e.g. scraper).

Wash the vehicle in a roller-type car

Rub too hard.

wash.

sensors and cameras

Attach stickers to the paintwork (risk of

Use a soft cloth or cotton wool. If this

leaving marks).

does not clean them properly, moisten

Wash the area using a

the cloth with soapy water, then wipe

high-pressure clean-

clean using a soft damp cloth or cotton

ing device.

Wash the vehicle

wool.

using a high-pressure

Finally, dry off carefully with a soft dry

cleaning device.

cloth.

Do not use cleaning products con-

taining alcohol or utensils (e.g.: a

scraper).

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INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE (1/2)

A well-maintained vehicle will last

Glass instrument panel

Textiles (seats, door trim, etc)

longer. It is therefore recommended to

(e.g. instrument panel, clock, exterior

Vacuum-clean the textiles regularly.

maintain the interior of the vehicle regu-

temperature display, radio display, etc.)

larly.

Use a soft cloth (or cotton wool).

Liquid stain

A stain should always be dealt with

If this does not clean them properly,

Use soapy water.

swiftly.

use a soft cloth (or cotton wool) slightly

Dab lightly (never rub) with a soft cloth,

moistened with soapy water and then

Whatever type of stain is on the trim,

rinse and remove the excess.

wipe clean with another soft damp cloth

use cold (or warm) soapy water with

or cotton wool.

natural soap.

Solid or pasty stain

Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry

Detergents (washing-up liquid, pow-

cloth.

Carefully remove the excess solid or

dered products, alcohol-based prod-

pasty material immediately with a

ucts) should not be used.

Do not use products containing alco-

spatula (working from the edges to the

hol and/or spray fluids on the area.

Use a soft cloth.

centre to avoid spreading the stain).

Clean as for a liquid stain.

Rinse and soak up the excess.

Seat belts

Special instructions for sweets or

These must be kept clean.

chewing gum

Multimedia screen

Use products selected by our Technical

Maintenance of the screen may depend

Department

(approved outlets) or

Put an ice cube on the stain to solidify

on the type of multimedia equipment.

warm, soapy water and a sponge and

it, then proceed as for a solid stain.

Please refer to the multimedia instruc-

wipe with a dry cloth.

tions for further information.

Detergents or dyes must not be used

under any circumstances.

For further recommendations for

maintaining the interior, and/or for

any unsatisfactory results, please

see an authorised dealer.

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INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE (2/2)

Removal/replacing removable

You should not:

equipment originally fitted in

Position objects such as deodorants,

the vehicle

scents etc. near air vents as this could

damage your dashboard trim.

If you need to remove equipment in

order to clean the passenger com-

partment (for example, mats), always

ensure that they are correctly refitted

and are the right way around (the driv-

er’s mat should be fitted on the driver’s

Use high-pressure

side etc.) and fit them with the compo-

cleaning equipment or

nents supplied with the equipment (for

sprays inside the pas-

example, the driver mat should always

senger compartment:

be fixed using the pre-fitted mounting

without careful use, this equipment

components).

could impair the correct functioning

With the vehicle stationary, always

of the electrical or electronic compo-

ensure that nothing will impede driving

nents in the vehicle, or have other

(anything obstructing the pedals, heel

detrimental effects.

wedged by the mat etc.).

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Section 5: Practical advice

Puncture, emergency spare wheel

5.2

Tyre inflation kit

5.4

Tools

5.8

Wheel trims - wheel

5.10

Changing a wheel

5.11

Tyres (tyre and wheel safety, use in winter)

5.13

Headlights (changing bulbs)

5.16

Rear lights and side lights (replacing bulbs)

5.18

Interior lighting (changing bulbs)

5.22

Remote control key: battery

5.28

“Hands-free” card: battery

5.30

Fitting a radio

5.32

Accessories

5.33

Fuses

5.34

Wiper blades: replacement

5.37

Towing

5.39

Operating faults

5.42

5.1

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PUNCTURE, EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL (1/2)

In case of puncture

If the vehicle is parked on

Depending on the vehicle, either an

the hard shoulder, you must

emergency spare wheel or a tyre infla-

warn other road users of

tion kit is provided ➥ 5.4.

your vehicle’s presence

with a warning triangle or with other

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

devices as per the legislation apply-

monitoring system

ing to the country you are in.

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

tures, under-inflation etc.), the 

warning light appears on the instrument

panel ➥ 2.25.

Emergency spare wheel 2

This is stored in cage 4 under the floor

at the rear of the vehicle.

To access the emergency spare

Do not leave the tools unse-

wheel

cured inside the vehicle as

- Open the boot lid;

they may come loose under

- loosen the nut using the wheel-

braking. After use, make

brace 1 ➥ 5.8;

sure the tools are correctly posi-

- unhook the cradle, taking it by the

tioned in their mountings: not doing

handle 3;

so presents a risk of injury.

In some cases (rear puncture, vehi-

- release the emergency spare wheel.

cle loaded with towing equipment),

The jack is designed for wheel

it is necessary to raise the vehicle

changing purposes only. Under no

(using the lifting point nearest the

circumstances should it be used for

wheel concerned) to access to the

carrying out repairs underneath the

emergency spare wheel ➥ 5.11.

vehicle or to gain access to the un-

derside of the vehicle.

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PUNCTURE, EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL (2/2)

- attach the handle 3 by moving it

slightly to the left, if necessary, to

find the hook 5;

- tighten the nut using the 1 key to refit

and lock the assembly;

- check that it is correctly locked in

place.

If the emergency spare wheel has been stored for several years, have it

To store the wheel in the cage

checked by your Dealer to ensure that it is safe to use.

– Make sure that you reposition the

Vehicle fitted with an emergency spare wheel that differs from the

wheel 2 correctly in the cage, with

other wheels:

the valve facing downwards;

Never fit more than one emergency spare wheel to the same vehicle.

–

The punctured wheel is wider than the emergency spare wheel, so the height

– position the wheel as far to the right

of the vehicle ground clearance is reduced.

as possible and at the bottom of the

Replace the emergency spare wheel as soon as possible with a wheel identi-

cage 4 (movement A);

cal to the original one.

- ensure that the handle 3 located

When this is fitted to the vehicle, which must only be a temporary measure, the

on the left-hand side is raised and

driving speed must not exceed the speed indicated on the label on the wheel.

mobile;

Fitting an emergency spare wheel may alter the way the vehicle usually runs.

- lift the cage 4 by the handle 3 using

Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration and reduce your speed when cor-

your left hand, while holding down

nering.

the wheel 2 at the bottom of the cage

If you need to use snow chains, fit the emergency spare wheel to the rear axle

using your right hand;

and check the tyre pressure.

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TYRE INFLATION KIT (1/4)

Do not attempt to use the

The kit is only approved for

inflation kit if the tyre has

inflating the tyres of the ve-

been damaged as a result

hicle originally equipped

of driving with a puncture.

with the kit.

You should therefore carefully check

It must never be used to inflate

the condition of the tyre sidewalls

the tyres of another vehicle, or any

before any operation.

other inflatable object (rubber ring,

rubber boat, etc.).

Driving with underinflated, flat or

punctured tyres can be dangerous

Avoid spillage on skin when han-

and may make the tyre impossible

dling the repair product bottle. If

to repair.

droplets do leak out, rinse them off

with plenty of water.

This repair is temporary.

Keep the repair kit away from chil-

A tyre which has been punctured

dren.

should always be inspected (and re-

paired, where possible) as soon as

Do not dispose of the empty bottle

The kit repairs tyres when

possible by a specialist.

in the countryside. Return it to your

tread A has been dam-

approved dealer or to a recycling or-

aged by objects smaller

When taking a tyre which has been

ganisation.

than 4 mm. It cannot repair

repaired using this kit to be replaced,

all types of puncture, such as cuts

you must inform the specialist.

The bottle has a limited service

larger than 4 mm, or cuts in tyre

life which is indicated on its label.

When driving, vibration may be felt

sidewall B.

Check the expiry date.

due to the presence of the repair

Ensure also that the wheel rim is in

product injected into the tyre.

Contact an approved dealer to re-

good condition.

place the inflation tube and repair

product bottle.

Do not pull out the foreign body

causing the puncture if it is still in

the tyre.

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TYRE INFLATION KIT (2/4)

Note: while the bottle is emptying

(approximately

30 seconds), the

pressure gauge 2 will briefly indicate

a pressure of 6 bar, then the pres-

sure drops;

- Adjust the pressure: to increase it,

continue inflation with the kit. To

reduce it, press the button 1.

Depending on the vehicle, in the event

With the engine running and hand-

of a puncture use the kit located in the

brake applied:

storage compartment under the flap C

- Disconnect any accessories previ-

at the footwell of the front right-hand

ously connected to the vehicle’s ac-

seat.

cessories sockets;

- refer to the information on the in-

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

flation kit compressor located in

monitoring system

the luggage compartment of the ve-

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

hicle and follow the instructions;

- inflate the tyre to the recommended

Before using this kit, park

tures, under-inflation etc.), the 

pressure ➥ 4.8 ;

the vehicle at a sufficient

warning light appears on the instrument

- after a maximum of 15 minutes, stop

distance from traffic, switch

panel ➥ 2.25.

inflating and read the pressure (on

on the hazard warning

pressure gauge 2).

lights, apply the handbrake, ask all

passengers to leave the vehicle and

keep them away from traffic.

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TYRE PRESSURE KIT (3/4)

Once the tyre is correctly inflated,

Do not leave the tools unse-

remove the kit: unclip the inflation

cured inside the vehicle as

adapter slowly from the container 3 to

they may come loose under

prevent any product spatter and store

braking. After use, ensure

the container in plastic packaging to

that the inflation kit is correctly posi-

prevent product leaks.

tioned in its support, position it cor-

- Affix the driving recommendation

rectly in its housing, attach the strap,

label (located under the container) to

then make sure that the inflation kit

the dashboard where the driver can

access flap is properly locked.

see it.

- Put the kit away.

Risk of injury.

- At the end of this initial inflation op-

eration, air will still escape from the

tyre. You must drive a short distance

in order to seal the hole.

- Start immediately and drive at a

If a minimum pressure of 1.8 bar is

speed between 12 to 37 mph (20 to

not reached after 15 minutes, repair

60 km/h) in order to distribute the

is not possible; do not drive the ve-

product evenly in the tyre; after driv-

hicle but contact an approved dealer.

ing a distance of 2 miles (3 km), stop

and check the pressure.

- If the pressure is higher than 1.3 bar

but lower than the recommended

pressure (refer to the label affixed to

If the vehicle is parked on

the edge of the driver’s door), adjust

the hard shoulder, you must

it. Otherwise, contact an approved

warn other road users of

dealer: the tyre cannot be repaired.

Nothing should be placed

your vehicle’s presence

around the driver’s feet

with a warning triangle or with other

as such objects may slide

devices as per the legislation apply-

under the pedals during

ing to the country you are in.

sudden braking manoeuvres and

obstruct their use.

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TYRE INFLATION KIT (4/4)

Precautions when using the

kit

The kit should not be operated for more

than 15 consecutive minutes.

The container must be replaced after

the first use even if liquid remains

inside.

Following repair with the kit,

do not travel further than

120 miles (200 km). In addi-

tion, reduce your speed and

under no circumstances exceed

48 mph (80 km/h). The sticker,

which you must affix in a prominent

Please be aware that a

position on the dashboard, reminds

poorly tightened or miss-

you of this.

ing valve cap can make the

Depending on the country or local

tyres less airtight and may

legislation, a tyre repaired with the

lead to pressure loss.

inflation kit may need to be replaced.

Always use valve caps identical to

those fitted originally and tighten

them fully.

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TOOLS (1/2)

Hubcap tool 3

This tool is used to remove the wheel

trims.

Wheel bolt guide 4

To finish loosening or starting to tighten

the wheel bolts.

Tow eye 5

➥ 5.39

Wheelbrace 6

Locks or unlocks the wheel bolts and

Tool kit storage

Jack 2

tow eye 5.

The tool kit 1 is located under the flap at

Fold it correctly before refitting it in its

the footwell of the front right-hand seat.

housing (ensure that the wheelbrace is

correctly positioned).

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TOOLS (2/2)

Nothing should be placed

around the driver’s feet

as such objects may slide

under the pedals during

sudden braking manoeuvres and

obstruct their use.

Do not leave the tools un-

Jack storage position A

Storage position B in the tool

secured inside the vehicle

kit 1

as they may come loose

Fold the jack away correctly before

under braking. After use,

storing it in its housing. Make sure that

Reposition the tools in the casing and

ensure that the tools are correctly

the handle is placed correctly in its stor-

check that the assembly is correctly

placed in their support, positioned

age position.

positioned (not doing so may result in

correctly in their housing, attach the

noise).

strap 7, then make sure that the tool

kit access flap is properly locked.

Risk of injury.

The jack is designed for wheel

changing purposes only. Under no

circumstances should it be used for

carrying out repairs underneath the

vehicle or to gain access to the un-

derside of the vehicle.

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WHEEL TRIMS - WHEEL

Wheel trim with concealed

Wheel trim 3

Central wheel trim with

wheel bolts

visible wheel bolts

Remove using hubcap tool 1 (located in

(Wheel trim 4)

Remove the wheel trim using hubcap

the tool kit) by engaging the hook in the

tool 1 (located in the tool kit) by en-

opening near the edge of the trim.

The bolts are directly accessible.

gaging the hook in the opening near

To refit, position the trim attachments

valve 2.

facing the wheel attachments and

To refit it, align it with valve 2. Push the

press hard in the middle of the trim to

Do not leave the tools un-

retaining hooks in fully, starting with

clip it to the wheel.

secured inside the vehicle

side A near the valve, followed by B

as they may come loose

and C, finishing at D opposite the valve.

under braking. After use,

check that all the tools are correctly

clipped into the tool kit, then position

them correctly in their housing.

Risk of injury.

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CHANGING A WHEEL (1/2)

Vehicles equipped with a jack

Start cranking the jack by hand, posi-

tioning the jack support plate 1 in the

and wheelbrace

slightly indented groove underneath

If necessary, remove the wheel trim.

the vehicle, located between the two

Use the wheelbrace 3 to slacken off the

notches 2.

wheel bolts. Position it so as to be able

Continue to crank the jack so that the

to push from above.

baseplate is correctly positioned

(it

Position the jack 4 horizontally. The jack

should be underneath the vehicle and

head must be positioned at the same

aligned with the jack head).

level as the reinforced panel nearest to

Turn it a few times to lift the wheel off

the wheel concerned.

the ground.

Switch on the hazard warn-

ing lights.

If the vehicle is parked on

Keep the vehicle away from

the hard shoulder, you must

traffic and on a level surface

warn other road users of

where it will not slip.

your vehicle’s presence

with a warning triangle or with other

Apply the parking brake and set it to

devices as per the legislation apply-

P position.

ing to the country you are in.

Ask all the passengers to leave the

vehicle and keep them away from

traffic.

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CHANGING A WHEEL (2/2)

Undo the bolts and take off the wheel.

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

monitoring system

Fit the emergency spare wheel on the

central hub and turn it to locate the

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

mounting holes in the wheel and the

tures, under-inflation etc.), the 

hub.

warning light appears on the instrument

Tighten the bolts, checking that the

panel ➥ 2.25.

wheel is correctly positioned on its hub.

Lower the jack.

With the wheel on the ground, tighten

the bolts fully and have the tightness of

the bolts checked and the emergency

spare wheel pressure checked as soon

as possible.

Do not leave the tools unse-

cured inside the vehicle as

they may come loose under

braking. After use, ensure

that the tools are correctly placed in

their support, positioned correctly in

their housing, attach the strap, then

make sure that the tool kit access

flap is properly locked.

Risk of injury.

The jack is designed for wheel

If you have a puncture, re-

changing purposes only. Under no

place the wheel as soon as

circumstances should it be used for

possible.

carrying out repairs underneath the

A tyre which has been punc-

vehicle or to gain access to the un-

tured should always be inspected

derside of the vehicle.

(and repaired, where possible) by a

specialist.

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TYRES (1/3)

Tyre and wheel safety

Tyre pressures

The tyres are the only contact between

Adhere to the tyre pressures (including

the vehicle and the road, so it is essen-

the emergency spare wheel). The tyre

tial to keep them in good condition.

pressures should be checked at least

once a month and additionally before

You must make sure that your tyres

any long journey (refer to the label af-

con- form to local road traffic regula-

fixed to the edge of the driver’s door).

tions.

Maintaining the tyres

The tyres must be in good condition

and the tread form must have sufficient

depth; tyres approved by our Technical

Department have wear warning strips 1

Incorrect tyre pressures

which are indicators moulded into

lead to abnormal tyre wear

the tread at several points.

and unusually hot running.

When the tyre tread has been worn

These are factors which

to the level of the warning strips, they

may seriously affect safety and lead

become visible 2: it is then necessary

to:

to replace your tyres because the tread

rubber is now only 1.6 mm deep at

- poor road holding;

most, resulting in poor road holding

- risk of bursting or tread separa-

on wet roads.

tion.

An overloaded vehicle, long journeys

The pressure depends on the load

by motorway, particularly in very hot

Incidents which occur when

and the speed of use. Adjust the

weather, or continual driving on poorly

driving, such as striking the

pressure according to the condi-

surfaced minor roads will lead to more

kerb, may damage the tyres

tions of use (refer to the label affixed

rapid tyre wear and affect safety.

and wheel rims, and could

to the edge of the driver’s door).

also lead to misalignment of the

front or rear axle geometry. In this

case, have the condition of these

checked by an approved dealer.

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TYRES (2/3)

Pressures should be checked when the

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

Fitting new tyres

tyres are cold; ignore higher pressures

monitoring system

which may be reached in hot weather

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

or following a fast journey.

tures, under-inflation etc.), the 

If tyre pressures cannot be checked

warning light appears on the instrument

when the tyres are cold, assume an in-

panel, ➥ 2.25.

crease of 0.2 to 0.3 bar (or 3 PSI).

Never deflate a hot tyre.

Emergency spare wheel

For your safety, please re-

➥ 5.2, ➥ 5.11.

spect the speed limit.

When they need to be re-

Changing wheels around

placed, only tyres of the

same make, size, type and profile

This practice is not recommended.

should be used on a single axle.

They must either have a load ca-

pacity and speed rating at least

equal to those of the original

tyres, or be recommended by an

authorised dealer.

Failure to heed these instructions

could endanger your safety and

Please be aware

that

affect your vehicle’s roadworthi-

poorly tightened or miss-

ness.

ing valve cap can make the

Risk of loss of control of the ve-

tyres less airtight and lead

hicle.

to pressure loss.

Always use valve caps identical to

those fitted originally and tighten

them fully.

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TYRES (3/3)

Use in winter

Snow or Winter tyres

We would recommend that these be

Chains

fitted to all four wheels to ensure that

For safety reasons, fitting snow

your vehicle retains maximum adhe-

chains to the rear axle is strictly for-

sion.

bidden.

Warning: These tyres sometimes have

Chains cannot be fitted to tyres which

a specific direction of rotation and a

are larger than those originally fitted to

maximum speed index which may be

the vehicle.

lower than the maximum speed of your

vehicle.

One-way tyres

Studded tyres

An one-way tyre must only be fitted in

This type of equipment may only be

one direction. You must observe this di-

used for a limited period and as laid

rection.

down by local legislation. It is neces-

If an one-way tyre must be fitted in the

sary to observe the speed specified by

opposite to its direction of rotation fol-

17”

wheels

cannot

current legislation.

lowing a puncture, drive with caution,

fitted with chains.

These tyres must, at a minimum, be

particularly on a wet road, because the

If you wish to fit snow

fitted to the two front wheels.

tyre specifications will not be adapted.

chains, you must use spe-

cial equipment.

Consult an approved dealer

Chains may only be fitted

In all cases, we would recommend

to tyres of the same size

that you contact an approved Dealer

as those originally fitted to

who will be able to advise you on

your vehicle.

the choice of equipment which is

most suitable for your vehicle.

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HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs (1/2)

The vehicle drive system

in an electric vehicle uses

a direct voltage of approxi-

mately “400 V”.

This system can get hot during

and after switching off the ignition.

Respect warning messages given

on the labels in the vehicle.

Any intervention or modification

on the vehicle’s “400 V” electrical

system (components, cables, con-

nectors, traction battery) is strictly

Vehicles with halogen

Main beam headlights

prohibited.

headlights

Remove cover B.

Risk of serious injury and/or elec-

Tilt bulb holder 2 to release it and then

tric shock which may endanger

Dipped beam headlights

replace the bulb.

life.

Remove cover A.

Type of bulb: H7.

Tilt bulb holder 1 to release it and then

The engine cooling fan may also

Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it

replace the bulb.

by its base.

start at any moment. The 

Type of bulb: H7.

It is essential to use anti-U.V. 55W

label in the engine compartment re-

After replacing the bulb, please ensure

bulbs so as not to damage the plastic

minds you of this.

that the lights are adjusted by a profes-

on the headlights. Mark the bulb’s po-

Risk of injury.

sional.

sition before removal to ensure correct

positioning when replacing.

When the bulb has been changed,

make sure you refit the cover correctly.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.

Risk of injury.

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HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs (2/2)

LED front fog lights 8

Please see an authorised dealer.

Any operation on (or modi-

fication to) the electrical

system must be performed

by an approved dealer

Daytime running lights, LED front

LED headlights

since an incorrect connection might

side lights 3

damage the electrical equipment

Daytime running lights, LED front

Please see an authorised dealer.

(harness, components and in partic-

side lights 5

ular the alternator). In addition, your

LED direction indicator lights 4

Please see an authorised dealer.

Dealer has all the parts required for

Please see an authorised dealer.

fitting these units.

LED main beam headlights, dipped

beam headlights 6

Please see an authorised dealer.

LED direction indicator lights 7

Please see an authorised dealer.

Before carrying out any op-

To comply with current legislation, or

eration in the engine com-

as a precaution, you can obtain an

partment, you must switch

emergency kit from your approved

off the ignition.

dealer containing a set of spare

bulbs and fuses.

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REAR LIGHTS AND SIDE LIGHTS: replacing the bulbs (1/4)

Direction indicator lights,

Release the light assembly from out-

4 Brake light

side the vehicle by pulling towards the

Bulb type 4: P21W or, depending on

reversing lights, fog lights

rear.

the vehicle, PR21W.

and brake lights

Remove the bulb holder 3 by releasing

5 Reversing light

Undo bolt 1 to remove the light.

clips 2.

Bulb type 5: W16W.

6 Indicator light

Refitting

Bulb type 6: PY21W.

To refit, proceed in the reverse order,

7 Fog light

taking care not to damage the wiring,

Bulb type 7: P21W.

and fasten clips 2 on the bulb holder 3.

The bulbs are under pres-

To comply with current legislation, or

sure and can break when

as a precaution, you can obtain an

replaced.

emergency kit from your approved

Risk of injury.

dealer containing a set of spare

bulbs and fuses.

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REAR LIGHTS AND SIDE LIGHTS: replacing the bulbs (4/4)

Indicator lights 14

Bulb type: WY5W.

As the door mirror shell needs to be

To refit it, carry out the above opera-

removed, we advise you to have the

tions in reverse order.

bulb replaced by an approved dealer.

Make sure:

To access the bulb:

- that the bulb holder 17 is aligned cor-

- carefully unclip the door mirror

rectly before inserting it into its hous-

shell

15 from its base 16 (move-

ing;

ment A);

- that the door mirror shell 15 clips

- disengage the bulb holder 17 using a

properly onto its base 16.

flat-blade screwdriver or similar, lev-

When disassembling and refitting,

ering at C (movement B);

ensure that the wiring and the surround-

- disengage and remove the bulb

ing components are not damaged.

holder 17 then replace the bulb 18.

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INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing bulbs (1/6)

Front ceiling light 1

Refitting

- Unclip the lens 2 (using a tool such

- Clip the lens 2 on to the bulb holder 3;

as a flat screwdriver), positioned

- clip in the interior lights 1 until the unit

at A;

clicks;

- unclip and release the bulb

- ensure that the interior lights are

holder 3 using the tabs 4;

properly positioned and locked into

- remove the bulb concerned.

place.

Type of bulb 5: W5W.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.

Risk of injury.

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