Renault Trafic (2023 year). Manual in english

MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING (1/4)

Adjusting the ventilation fan

speed.

Turn control 3 from 0 to 4. The further

to the right the control is positioned, the

more air is blown into the passenger

compartment. If you want to shut off the

flow of air, set the 3 control to 0.

The system is deactivated: the ventila-

tion speed for the passenger compart-

ment air is zero (vehicle stationary),

you can however still feel a slight flow

of air when the vehicle is moving.

Note: prolonged use of this control in

position 0 may lead to condensation

forming on the side windows and wind-

Controls

Information

and

advice

use

screen as well as problems due to the

➥ 3.12

The controls will depend on the vehicle

presence of non-renewed air in the

equipment level.

passenger compartment.

Adjusting the air temperature

1 Distribution of air.

Turn control 5 to obtain the desired

2 De-icing/demisting of the door mir-

temperature. The further towards the

rors and, depending on the vehicle,

red the slide is, the higher the temper-

the rear screen.

ature will be.

3 Adjusting the ventilation fan speed.

4 Air recirculation.

5 Air temperature adjuster.

6 Air conditioning.

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MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING (2/4)

Rear screen de-icing/

demisting

With the engine running, press

button 2. The integrated indicator light

comes on.

This function allows rapid electric de-

misting of the rear screen and, depend-

ing on the vehicle, electric de-icing of

the rear view mirrors.

To exit this function, press button 2

again. Demisting automatically stops.

Rapid demisting

Passenger compartment isolation/air

recirculation deactivated (the warning

light on the 4 button is off):

Switching passenger

Air recirculation is used to:

- press the 2 button (the warning light

compartment isolation mode/

- isolating the vehicle from the exter-

comes on) and set the 1 control to

air recirculation mode on.

nal atmosphere (driving in polluted

areas, etc.);

the demisting position W;

Press button 4 (the warning light comes

- to bring the passenger compartment

- set the 3 and 5 controls to the follow-

on).

to the desired temperature as quickly

ing positions:

Under these conditions, air is taken

as possible.

- the fan speed in position 3 or 4;

from the passenger compartment and

- maximum temperature;

is recirculated, with no air being taken

- press button 6 (the warning light on

from outside the vehicle.

the button comes on): triggering the

air conditioning accelerates demist-

ing by drying out the air.

If the air conditioning is not activated (“A/C” light on the 6 switch is off), prolonged

use of recirculated air may cause mist to form on the side windows and wind-

screen as well as other problems due to the presence of non-recirculated air in

the passenger compartment. To avoid this, air recirculation is disabled automati-

cally after a certain time.

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MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING (3/4)

Distribution of air in the

The air flow is mainly distrib-

uted between the front and

passenger compartment

rear footwells and the dashboard vents.

Turn control 1 to choose the distribution

Close the dashboard vents to direct all

option.

the air to the foot wells.

All the air flow is directed to the

The air flow is distributed be-

dashboard vents.

tween all the air vents, the

The air flow is directed towards

front side window demisting air vents,

the dashboard vents and the

the windscreen demisting vents and the

footwells.

All the air is then directed to

the windscreen and front side

window demisting vents.

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MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING (4/4)

Switching air conditioning on

The air conditioning system is used

for:

or off

- lowering the temperature inside the

The air conditioning is switched on (in-

passenger compartment;

dicator light lit) or off (indicator light off)

- eliminate condensation more quickly.

using button 6.

The air conditioning does not operate

Activation is not possible if the 3 control

when the exterior temperature is low.

is set to “0”.

Using the air conditioning in hot

weather

To adjust the temperature quickly in hot

weather, switch on the air conditioning

using the 6 button.

Do not open the refriger-

Activate air recirculation by pressing

Vehicles fitted with ECO mode

ant fluid circuit. The fluid

the 3 button.

(switch 7): when activated, ECO

may damage eyes or skin.

mode can reduce the performance

of the heating and/or air condition-

ing ➥ 2.18.

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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (1/4)

Adjusting the ventilation

speed.

In automatic mode, the system uses

the most suitable amount of air to reach

and maintain the desired comfort level.

You can still adjust the ventilation

speed by turning control 1 to increase

or reduce the ventilation speed.

Adjusting the air temperature

Turn control 3 to obtain the desired

temperature.

Turning the control to the right in-

creases the temperature.

The controls

Automatic mode

(depending on the vehicle)

Special note: the highest and lowest

The automatic climate control system

settings enable the system to produce

Adjusting the ventilation fan speed.

guarantees comfort in the passen-

maximum hot or cold temperature

ger compartment and good visibility

“Clear View” function.

levels (“16.5°C” and “25.5°C”).

(except in the event of extreme condi-

Adjusting the air temperature.

tions), whilst optimising consumption.

Automatic mode.

The system controls the ventilation

speed, air distribution, air recirculation,

Air conditioning control.

and starting and stopping the air condi-

Distribution of air in the passenger

tioning and air temperature.

compartment.

AUTO: allows the selected comfort

Air recirculation.

level to be best attained, depending on

the exterior conditions. Press button 4.

De-icing/demisting of the rear screen

and, depending on the vehicle, the

rear view mirrors.

Any action on a button other than

the AUTO button triggers deactiva-

tion of automatic mode.

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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (2/4)

Clear View function

Press the 2 button: the integrated indi-

cator light comes on.

This function quickly demists and de-

ices the windscreen, the rear screen,

the front side windows, and the door

mirrors (depending on the vehicle). It

automatically activates the air condi-

tioning and rear screen de-icing func-

tions.

Press button 8 to stop the heated rear

screen operating, and the integrated in-

dicator goes out.

To exit this function, press button 2

or 4.

Adjusting the distribution

The air flow is directed towards



the dashboard air vents, the

of air in the passenger

front footwells and, depending on the

compartment

vehicle, the second row footwells.

Turn control 6. The integrated warning

The air flow is mainly directed

light in the button comes on.



to the dashboard air vents.

All the air is then directed to

The air flow is directed mainly

the windscreen and front side



towards the footwells.

window demisting vents.

The air flow is distributed be-



tween front side window de-

misting vents, the windscreen demist-

ing vents and the footwells.

Some buttons have an operating

tell-tale which indicates the operat-

ing status.

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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (3/4)

Rear screen de-icing/

Switching air conditioning on

demisting

or off

Press button 8 - the integrated indica-

In automatic mode, the system switches

tor light comes on. This function ena-

the air conditioning system on or off,

bles rapid demisting or de-icing of the

depending on the climate conditions.

rear screen and de-icing of the door

Press the button 5 to force the air con-

mirrors (on equipped vehicles).

ditioning to stop. The integrated warn-

To exit this function, press button 8

ing light will go out.

again. Demisting automatically stops.

Do not open the refriger-

Vehicles equipped with ECO

ant fluid circuit. The fluid

mode (switch 9): when activated,

may damage eyes or skin.

ECO mode may reduce the perfor-

mance of the automatic air condi-

tioning ➥ 2.18.

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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (4/4)

Stopping the system

Turn the control 1 to “OFF” to stop the

system. To start it, turn the control 1

again, then adjust the fan speed or

press the button 4.

Air recirculation (isolation of

Manual use

the passenger compartment)

Press the 7 button: the integrated indi-

cator light comes on.

This function is managed automatically

but you can also activate it manually. In

Prolonged use of this position may lead

this case, the operation is confirmed by

to odours, caused by non-renewal of

a warning light on the button 7.

air, and the formation of condensation

on the windows.

To avoid this, air recirculation is disa-

bled automatically after a certain time.

Fuel consumption increases when

the air conditioning is being used

Using the demisting/de-icing func-

(switch it off when it is not required).

tion will disable the air recirculation.

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AIR CONDITIONING: information and operating instructions (1/2)

Advice on use

Fuel consumption

Operating faults

In some situations (air conditioning off,

You will normally notice an increase in

As a general rule, contact your ap-

air recirculation activated, ventilation

fuel consumption (especially in town)

proved dealer in the event of an oper-

speed at zero or low etc.), you may

when the air conditioning is operating.

ating fault.

notice that condensation starts to form

For vehicles fitted with air conditioning

- Reduction in de-icing, demisting

on the windows and windscreen.

with no automatic mode, switch off the

or air conditioning performance.

system when it is not required.

If there is condensation, use the “Clear

This may be caused by the passen-

View” function to remove it, then use

ger compartment filter cartridge be-

Advice for reducing consumption

the air conditioning in automatic mode

coming clogged.

and helping to preserve the

to stop it forming again.

environment

- No cold air is being produced.

Drive with the air vents open and the

Check that the controls are set cor-

windows closed. If the vehicle has been

rectly and that the fuses are sound.

parked in the sun, open the doors for a

Otherwise, switch off the system.

few moments to let the hot air escape

before starting the engine.

Presence of water under the

vehicle

Maintenance

After prolonged use of the air condi-

Refer to the Maintenance Document

tioning system, it is normal for water

Vehicles equipped with

for your vehicle for the inspection fre-

to be present under the vehicle. This is

modeECO

quency.

caused by condensation.

Once activated, ECO mode may

reduce air conditioning perfor-

mance ➥ 2.18.

Do not add anything to the

vehicle’s ventilation circuit

Do not open the refriger-

(for example, to remove

Use the air conditioning system reg-

ant fluid circuit. The fluid

bad odours).

ularly, even in cold weather, running

may damage eyes or skin.

There is a risk of damage or of

it at least once a month for approxi-

fire.

mately 5 minutes.

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AIR CONDITIONING: information and operating instructions (2/2)

Type of refrigerant fluid

Type of oil in the air condi-



tioning circuit

Inflammable product



Consult the driver’s hand-



book

Maintenance



Quantity of refrigerant

x.xxx kg

fluid present in the ve-

hicle.

The refrigerant fluid circuit (of which

some components are hermetically

Global

Warming

sealed) may contain fluorinated green-

GWP xxxxx

Potential (CO2 equiv-

house gases.

alent).

Depending on the vehicle, you will find

the following information on label A af-

CO2 eq

Quantity in weight and

fixed inside the engine compartment.

x.xx t

in CO2 equivalent.

The presence and location of the infor-

mation on label A depends on the ve-

hicle.

Before carrying out any

Do not open the refriger-

action in the engine com-

ant fluid circuit. The fluid

partment, you must switch

may damage eyes or skin.

off the ignition ➥ 2.3.

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ADDITIONAL AIR CONDITIONING (1/2)

On equipped vehicles, there are four

Vehicle fitted with manual air

adjustable air vents and a control con-

conditioning

sole 1.

Make sure that the air conditioning is

These controls only affect the amount

operational (warning light on button 2

of air blown into the passenger com-

lit up).

partment:

Note: the button 2 has an operation

- one control for hot (air comes from

warning light:

lower vents);

- if the warning light is on, this indi-

- one control for cold (air comes from

cates that the function is in opera-

upper vents).

tion;

Note: avoid closing the four air vents

- indicator light off, the function is

at the same time (risk of damaging the

switched off.

system components).

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ADDITIONAL AIR CONDITIONING (2/2)

Vehicle fitted with automatic

Note: the switch 3 and the control con-

sole 1 are fitted with an operation warn-

air conditioning

ing light:

Make sure that the air conditioning is

- if switch 3 and warning light 5 are

operational (warning light on A/C OFF 4

illuminated, this indicates that con-

button illuminated).

trol 1 is not activated;

To activate the control console set-

- if switch 3 and warning light 5 are off,

tings 1, press the 3 switch. Switch 3

this indicates that control 1 is in op-

warning light and 5 control 1 warning

eration.

light are off.

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MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT (1/2)

The presence and location of this

Radio 3

Steering wheel controls 4

equipment depends on the vehicle’s

On those vehicles equipped, you can

multimedia equipment.

use the hands-free telephone con-

1 Multimedia touchscreen.

trols 5 and voice recognition 6.

2 Steering column control.

3 Radio.

To operate this equipment: please

refer to the driver’s handbook.

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WINDOWS (1/3)

Avoid resting any objects against

a half-open window: there is a risk

that the electric window could be

damaged.

Driver’s responsibility

Never leave your vehicle

with the card or key inside

when there is a child, de-

Electric windows

From the front passenger seat

pendent adult or a pet in it, even for

Press switch 3.

a short while. They may pose a risk

With the ignition on:

to themselves or to others by start-

- press the switch for the window

ing the engine or activating equip-

concerned to lower it to the desired

ment (such as the gear lever or

height;

electric windows). If any part of the

- lift the switch for the window con-

body becomes trapped, reverse the

cerned to raise it to the desired

direction of the window immediately

height.

by pressing the relevant switch.

Risk of serious injury.

From the driver’s seat

Operate the switches as follows:

- 1 for the driver’s side;

- 2 for the front passenger side.

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WINDOWS (2/3)

Impossible to operate the

Operating faults

one-touch electric window

In case of a fault when closing a window,

The one-touch electric window is

the system reverts to normal mode:

equipped with heat protection: if you

pull the switch concerned up as often

press the switch for the window more

as necessary to fully close the window

than sixteen consecutive times it goes

(the window will close gradually), hold

into protection mode

(locking the

the switch (still on the closure side) for

window).

one second then lower and raise the

window fully to reinitialise the system.

You can:

If necessary, contact your authorised

- use the electric window switch briefly

dealer.

and with intervals of approximately

30 seconds;

- with the engine running, the window

will be unlocked after approximately

One-touch mode

20 minutes of inaction on the electric

window switch.

Depending on the vehicle, this mode

works in addition to the operation of the

Note: if the window detects resistance

electric windows described previously.

when closing (e.g.: branch of a tree,

It is only fitted to the driver’s window.

etc.) it stops and then lowers again by a

few centimetres.

Briefly press or pull switch 1 fully: the

window is fully lowered or raised.

Pressing the switch again stops the

window moving.

When closing the windows,

ensure that no part of the

body (arm, hand, etc.) is

protruding from the vehicle.

Risk of serious injury.

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INTERIOR LIGHTING (1/3)

Courtesy lights

Map reading light

(depending on the vehicle)

Using switches 1, 2 or 3 will activate:

Move switch 4.

- permanent lighting;

- intermittent lighting, which comes on

when a door is opened. It goes out

when the doors concerned are prop-

erly closed;

- immediate switching off.

When the doors are unlocked and

opened, the courtesy and footwell

lights come on temporarily.

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INTERIOR LIGHTING (3/3)

Light for rear seats 7

Rear light 8

Press the switch 7 to activate:

Turn the switch 9 to activate:

– permanent lighting;

- permanent lighting;

– lighting controlled by opening one of

- intermittent lighting, which comes

the doors.

on when a rear door is opened. The

light only goes out when the doors

are correctly closed;

- lighting switches off immediately.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (1/10)

Cup holder 1

Passenger cup-holder 1

Right-hand driving position

storage compartments

This location can be used as a cup

holder, a storage compartment or as a

receptacle to fit the ashtray.

Open storage compartment 2

Nothing should be placed

on the floor (area in front of

driver) as such objects may

slide under the pedal during

braking manoeuvres, thus obstruct-

ing its use.

Do not place your card in the 2 stor-

age compartment as it may not be

detected.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (2/10)

It is essential not to leave any ob-

jects (start-up card, USB drive, SD

card, credit card, jewellery, keys,

coins, etc.) in the induction charging

area 4 whilst charging your phone.

Remove all magnetic cards or credit

cards from the case before position-

ing your telephone in the induction

charging area 4.

Sun blind storage

Centre console storage

Ensure that no hard, heavy

compartment 3

compartment/induction

or pointed objects are

placed in the “open” storage

charging zone 4

This can be used for storing motorway

compartments in such a

tickets, cards, etc.

For more information on the induction

way that they may fall onto passen-

charging zone, please refer to the mul-

gers during sudden turning, braking

timedia instructions.

or in the event of an accident.

Using a telephone and/or

multimedia tablet

Objects left in the induction charg-

We remind you of the need

ing area 4 may overheat. You are

to conform to the legislation

advised to place them in the areas

in force concerning the use of such

provided for this purpose (storage

equipment.

compartment, sun visor compart-

ment etc.).

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (3/10)

Storage compartment 5

Radio location 6

Dashboard storage

compartment 7 and 8

It can hold payment cards, money, A4-

sized documents etc.

Ensure that no hard, heavy

Nothing should be placed

or pointed objects are

on the floor (area in front of

placed in the “open” storage

driver) as such objects may

compartments in such a

slide under the pedal during

way that they may fall onto passen-

braking manoeuvres, thus obstruct-

gers during sudden turning, braking

ing its use.

or in the event of an accident.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (5/10)

Glove compartment 12

Right-hand driving position

Passenger storage drawer 14

glovebox

To open, press the control 13.

To open, press control 15.

Depending on the vehicle, the glove

box may have ventilation and air con-

ditioning (one 1.5 litre bottle can be

stored there).

Maximum weight allowed in the

Maximum permitted load in the stor-

glove box 12: 4 kg evenly distrib-

age drawer 14: 4 kg, evenly distrib-

uted.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (6/10)

Front door storage

Storage compartment 18

compartments 16

under the front seat

To access this, pull the tabs 17 and tilt

the seat base A forwards.

Always close the seat base

when driving:

- there is a risk of injury

when braking suddenly or in

the event of an accident;

- there is a risk of objects being

hurled through the passenger

compartment.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (7/10)

Seatback in table position

Storage compartment 21

On equipped vehicles, lower the back

To open, press control 20.

of the centre seat by lifting the con-

The strap 24 inside can keep an item

trol 23. On the back of the centre seat

in position.

you will find:

With the storage 21 closed, the ap-

- a cup holder 19;

erture 24 allows you to plug a device

- storage 21;

charging cable into an accessories

socket.

- a shelf 22.

It is forbidden to sit in the

centre seat if its seatback is

folded down.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (8/10)

Tray 22

You can attach it using the document

Rear seat storage pockets 30

grip 28.

To unlock the tray, press the control 20.

To remove the tray, press the con-

To install the tray, insert the end

trol 29.

pieces 25 of the tray into the slots 26

or 27.

Note: make sure you replace the tray

and remove any item from the cup

holder before raising the centre seat

back. Check that the back of the centre

Ensure that no hard, heavy

seat is properly locked.

When turning corners,

or pointed objects are

accelerating or braking,

placed in the open storage

ensure that the recepta-

compartments in such a

cle being held by the cup

way that they may fall on any pas-

holder is not dislodged.

sengers during sudden turning,

There is a risk of burning if hot

braking or in the event of an acci-

liquid escapes.

dent.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (9/10)

Grab handle 31

Clothes hooks 32

Rear load area storage

compartment 33

This offers support and can be held

Depending on the vehicle, hooks may

when the vehicle is being driven.

be placed in the partition in the loading

Reserved for the transport of objects

space.

only.

For safety reasons, this hook may only

The total weight of the rear load area

be used to hang clothes.

storage compartment must not exceed

35 kg, evenly distributed.

Do not hang any heavy and/

or sharp objects which may

fall while you are driving.

Do not use the grab handle 31 for

Risk of injury.

getting into or out of the vehicle.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (10/10)

Recess 34 and flap 36

Use the flap 36 to extend the load

length:

Depending on the length of the objects

being transported in the rear load area,

- pull the tab 35 to raise the seat B;

you can use recess 34.

- move the flap 36 towards the interior

Open the flap 36, held in place by mag-

of the seat by pulling the tab 37.

nets.

Nothing should be placed

When the flap 36 is open,

Ensure that no hard, heavy

on the floor (area in front

use of the front side pas-

or pointed objects are

of driver) as these objects

senger seat is prohibited.

placed in the “open” storage

may slide under the pedals

compartments in such a

Risk of serious injury

during sudden braking manoeuvres,

way that they may fall onto passen-

when braking sharply or in an

thus obstructing their use.

gers during sudden turning, braking

impact.

or in the event of an accident.

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ACCESSORIES SOCKETS (1/2)

Accessories sockets

The 1 socket and, depending on the

vehicle, the 2, 3 and 4 sockets are

designed for connecting accessories

which have been approved by our

Technical Department. Their power

Connect accessories

level should not exceed

120 Watts

with a maximum power of

(12 V).

120 Watts (12 V) only.

When several accessory

sockets are used at the same time,

the total power of the connected

Before leaving the vehicle, ensure

accessories must not exceed

that you always disconnect all de-

180 watts.

vices from the accessories sockets

Fire hazard.

to avoid possible malfunctions (dis-

charged battery, locking the opening

elements not possible etc.).

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REAR HEAD RESTS

To raise the headrest

To refit the headrest

Press button 1 and lift the headrest to

Insert the headrest rods into the holes

release it (tilt the seatback if neces-

(tilt the seatback if necessary). Lower

sary).

the headrest as far as it will go, then

lift until it locks into place. Check that

each rod 2 on the seatback is securely

locked.

The headrest is a safety

component, check that it is

fitted and in the correct po-

sition.

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REAR BENCH SEATS: functions (1/4)

Depending on the vehicle, there may

Bench seat 2

be two rear bench seats: bench seat 2

Insert the buckles 3 into the housings 4

(2nd row of seats) and bench seat 1

before moving the seatback(s).

(3rd row of seats).

To assist with access to the last row

(bench seat 1), move control 5 down-

wards (movement A) to tilt the bench

seat back 2.

Remember to lock the seat belt in place

once more when a passenger is occu-

pying the seat.

Ensure that the bench seats

are locked in place correctly

when refitting them.

For safety reasons, carry

Check that the side seat

out any adjustments when

belts are locked in their unit cor-

the vehicle is not being

rectly.

driven.

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REAR BENCH SEATS: functions (2/4)

Bench seat 1

To fold it down

To fold down

(depending on the vehicle)

This can be folded away and folded

- Pull seat back unlocking strap 6;

down.

- Hold the bars 7 and bring them to-

- fold down the seatback onto the seat

gether simultaneously

(move-

base.

ment B);

- tilt the seat unit forwards until it locks;

- press on the top of the seat (at C)

and lock the seat in position by

When moving the rear

pushing the locking levers 8;

bench seat, check that

- ensure it is correctly locked in place.

the bench seat anchor-

age points are clean (they

should be free from grit, cloths or

any other item which may prevent

the bench seat from locking se-

curely).

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REAR BENCH SEATS: functions (3/4)

Removal/refitting of bench

Removal

- move the bench seat towards the

rear of the vehicle to release the an-

seat 1 and 2

First, release the side seat belts by un-

chorage points (movement F);

(depending on the vehicle)

locking them from their unit.

- lift the bench seat (movement G);

These are removed and refitted in the

- Underneath the bench seat, press

same way.

on the latch 9, then pull it forwards

- move the bench seat towards the

(movements C and D);

rear again (movement H) to release

the front anchorage points;

- lift (movement E);

- remove the bench seat from the front

of the vehicle.

For safety reasons, carry

It is not permitted to swap

out any adjustments when

the vehicle is not being

Remove bench seat 2 before re-

bench seats 1 and 2

driven.

moving bench seat 1.

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REAR BENCH SEATS: functions (4/4)

Refitting

- position the bench seat over the front

anchorage points;

Ensure that the bench seats

- push the bench seat until it sits over

are locked in place correctly

the rear anchorage points;

when refitting them.

- Lower latches 9 and push them until

Check that the side seat

they lock in place;

belts are locked in their unit cor-

rectly.

- ensure the proper alignment of the

visual markers on the latches 9.

The rear bench seats must

be placed on their original

anchorage points.

Driving with the bench seat

in a rear-facing position is prohib-

ited.

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LUGGAGE COVER

The luggage cover is made up of one or

two rigid sections.

There are two possible positions:

- top position A;

- the lower position B.

Depending on the vehicle, you can lift

the section 1 to a vertical position to

make loading easier.

Do not place any objects,

especially heavy or solid

objects on the luggage

cover. These may pose a

risk to the vehicle occupants if the

driver has to brake suddenly or if the

vehicle is involved in an accident.

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LUGGAGE NET (1/2)

On equipped vehicles, the luggage

Fitting the luggage net

Lower mounting:

net A can be used, when transporting

behind the front seats

- attach the net strap hook 5 onto the

animals or luggage, to separate them

ring 7 at the base of the bench seat;

from the passenger section.

Inside the vehicle on each side:

- adjust the net strap so that it is taut.

It can be positioned:

Upper mounting:

- behind the front seats;

- lift and hold the cover 2, using a flat-

Removal

blade screwdriver, to access the

– behind a rear bench seat.

Loosen the strap by lifting adjustment

mounting hole;

device 6 upwards. Detach the belts.

- fully insert the top rod 1 of the net

into the largest section 3 of the hole;

- slide the rod into the lower section 4

of the hole.

Make sure that the rod

end 1 is supported by the

metal part and not the plas-

tic part of the cover.

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LUGGAGE NET (2/2)

Fitting the luggage net A

Lower mounting:

behind the rear seats

- fix the net belt hook 5 onto the ring 8;

Inside the vehicle on each side:

- adjust the net strap so that it is taut.

Upper mounting:

Removal

- lift and hold the cover 2, using a flat-

Loosen the strap. Detach the belts.

blade screwdriver, to access the

mounting hole;

- fully insert the top rod 1 of the net

into the largest section 3 of the hole;

- slide the rod into the lower section 4

of the hole.

Make sure that the rod

end 1 is supported by the

metal part and not the plas-

tic part of the cover.

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TRANSPORTING OBJECTS (1/2)

Always position the heav-

Transporting objects in the

Ensure that the objects being trans-

iest items directly on the

ported are evenly distributed through-

floor.

rear load area

out the loading area.

Use the lashing points on

Depending on the vehicle, secur-

the luggage compartment floor, if

ing rings 1 and 2 can be used to stop

these are fitted to the vehicle. The

transported objects from moving. The

load should be loaded in such a way

number of rings and their locations may

that no items will be thrown forward

vary depending on the vehicle.

and strike the occupants if the driver

has to brake suddenly or while driv-

ing on a steep gradient.

Fasten the rear seat belts, even if

the seats are not occupied.

The sole purpose of these rings 1 is

to prevent transported objects from

moving. The objects must be se-

cured to the mounting rings 2 on the

vehicle floor beforehand.

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TRANSPORTING OBJECTS (2/2)

Special note for van version

F max: 400 daN

While driving with the right

rear hinged door open,

always secure transported

loads.

The left-hand door, which remains

shut, should not be used to hold

transported loads in place. Using

the right rear hinged door open

while driving should only be done in

exceptional cases.

In any event, please refer to local

For your safety, check that

legislation.

all the vehicle’s doors are

properly closed before

Risk of loads falling on the road

starting the engine.

surface.

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TRANSPORTING OBJECTS: towing (2/2)

Special note related to connecting/

disconnecting a trailer to/from the

towing system

On each first connection and when a

trailer is disconnected from the towing

system (caravan, trailer, etc.) or when a

defective bulb is replaced in your vehi-

Permissible nose weight, maxi-

cle ➥ 5.21, the vehicle and trailer light-

mum permissible towing weight

ing systems must be synchronised.

with or without braking ➥ 6.10.

To do this:

Choice and fitting of towing

– switch off all of the lights on your ve-

equipment

hicle (interior and exterior);

Maximum weight of towing equip-

- switch off the ignition;

ment:

- get out of your vehicle, then lock

all the doors using the key or the

- 9.5 kg on a vehicle with towing

“hands-free” card ➥ 1.5, ➥ 1.12;

pre-equipment;

– wait approximately 5 minutes before

- 31.5 kg on a vehicle without

accessing your vehicle again.

towing pre-equipment.

Before driving, check the lighting func-

It is not permitted to fit a mechanical

tions.

towing device (ball, hook, etc.) that

Note: when connecting/disconnecting

is removable without tools or retract-

Any towing device must not ob-

the trailer with the lights on, the trailer

able if it cannot be easily removed

struct any lighting component or

lights may flash.

or repositioned when not in use.

the number plate when not in use.

Mechanical towing devices (ball,

To assemble the towbar ball, please

hook, etc.) which can be removed

consult the equipment assembly 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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ROOF BARS

Precautions during use

Handling the tailgate

Before handling the tailgate, check the

objects and/or accessories (bike rack,

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

these must be correctly positioned and

secured, so as not to hinder the opera-

tion of the tailgate.

Accessing the mounting

points 1

For information on the range of

equipment adapted to your vehi-

cle, we advise you to consult an ap-

proved Dealer.

Refer to the manufacturer’s instruc-

tions for information on how to fit

If original roof bars, ap-

and use the roof rack bar.

proved by our Technical

Department, are supplied

Please keep these instructions with

with screws, only use these

the rest of the vehicle documenta-

screws for attaching the roof bars to

tion.

the vehicle.

Maximum permissible load on

roof rack ➥ 6.10.

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BONNET (1/2)

Before carrying out any

action in the engine com-

partment, you must switch

off the ignition ➥ 2.3.

Do not press down on the

bonnet: there is a risk that

the bonnet may accidentally

Please note when work-

close.

ing close to the engine that

To open the bonnet, pull the handle 1.

it may be hot. In addition,

the engine cooling fan may

In the event of even a slight

impact involving the radi-

start at any moment. The 

ator grille or bonnet, have

warning light in the engine compart-

the bonnet lock checked by

ment reminds you of this.

an approved dealer as soon as pos-

Risk of injury.

sible.

After any procedure in the

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

is in the park position.

cause a fire.

Risk of injury.

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BONNET (2/2)

Closing the bonnet

Check that nothing has been left in the

engine compartment.

To close the bonnet again, hold the

bonnet in the middle and lower it to

30 cm above the closed position, then

release it. It will latch automatically

under its own weight.

Unlocking the bonnet catch

To unlock, push the tab 2 to the left as

you open the bonnet.

Opening the bonnet

Lift the bonnet, helping it up, and it will

rest in position with the help of struts.

Ensure that the bonnet is

properly locked.

Check that nothing is pre-

venting the catch from lock-

ing (gravel, cloth, etc.).

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