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List of approved child restraints

Weight group

Size class

Name of CRS

Fixture of CRS

Facing position

Category

0 to 18 kg

Fair GO/1S

ISO/R3 support

frame (type A)

Rear-facing

Semi-Universal

9 to 18 kg

Britax/RO

¨ MER

DUO plus

ISO/F2X top

tether

Front-facing*

Universal

*Front facing: from 2 years only with headrest.

WARNING:

In vehicles equipped with a side air bag system,
do not let any infants or small children sit in the
front passenger

’s seat as the air bag may cause

serious injury in case of deployment during a
collision.

NOTE:

Child restraints approved to ECE Regulation NO.
44.04 are clearly marked with the categories
such as Universal, Semi-universal or ISOFIX.

ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM (if
equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points
that are used with ISOFIX child restraint systems.

ISOFIX lower anchor point locations

The ISOFIX anchor points are provided to install child
restraints in the rear outboard seating positions only.
Do not attempt to install a child restraint in the
center position using the ISOFIX anchors.

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ISOFIX label location

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ISOFIX lower anchor location

The ISOFIX anchors are located at the rear of the seat
cushion near the seatback. A label is attached to the
seatback to help you locate the ISOFIX anchors.

ISOFIX child restraint anchor attachments

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Anchor attachment

ISOFIX child restraints include two rigid attachments
that can be connected to two anchors located in the
seat. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle
seat belt to secure the child restraint. Check your child
restraint for a label stating that it is compatible with the
ISOFIX child restraints. This information may also be in
the instructions provided by the child restraint manu-
facturer.

ISOFIX child restraints generally require the use of a
top tether strap or other anti-rotation devices such as
support legs. When installing ISOFIX child restraints,
carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual
and those supplied with the child restraints. (See
“Child restraint installation using ISOFIX” (P.1-19).)

CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE (if
equipped)

Your vehicle is designed to accommodate a child
restraint system on the rear seat. When installing a
child restraint system, carefully read and follow the
instructions in this manual and those supplied with the
child restraint system.

WARNING:

Child restraint anchorages are designed to
withstand only those loads imposed by
correctly fitted child restraints. Under no
circumstances are they to be used for adult
seat belts, harnesses or for attaching other
items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so
could damage the child restraint an-
chorages. The child restraint will not be
properly installed using the damaged an-
chorage, and a child could be seriously
injured or killed in a collision.

The child restraint top tether strap may be
damaged by contact with the tonneau board
(if equipped) or items in the luggage area.
Remove the tonneau board from the vehicle
or secure it and any luggage. Your child
could be seriously injured or killed in a
collision if the top tether strap is damaged.

Anchorage location

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The anchor points are located on the seat behind the
rear seats outboard seating positions.

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For Australia and New Zealand

The center anchorage (if equipped) is located on the
back door opening.

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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING
ISOFIX

WARNING:

Attach ISOFIX child restraints only at the
specified locations. For the ISOFIX lower
anchor locations, see

“ISOFIX child restraint

system

” (P.1-17). If a child restraint is not

secured properly, your child could be ser-
iously injured or killed in an accident.

Do not install child restraints that require the
use of a top tether strap to seating positions
that do not have a top tether anchor.

Do not secure a child restraint in the center
rear seating position using the ISOFIX lower
anchors. The child restraint will not be
secured properly.

Inspect the lower anchors by inserting your
fingers into the lower anchor area and
feeling to make sure there are no obstruc-
tions over the ISOFIX anchors, such as seat
belt webbing or seat cushion material. The
child restraint will not be secured properly if
the ISOFIX anchors are obstructed.

Child restraint anchorages are designed to
withstand only those loads imposed by
correctly fitted child restraints. Under no
circumstance are they to be used for adult
seat belts, harnesses or for attaching other
items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so
could damage the child restraint an-
chorages. The child restraint will not be
properly installed using the damaged an-
chorage, and a child could be seriously
injured or killed in a collision.

Installation on rear outboard seats

Front-facing:
Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
the proper use of your child restraint. Follow these
steps to install a front-facing child restraint on the rear
outboard seats using ISOFIX:

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Steps 1 and 2

Position the child restraint on the seat

Secure the child restraint anchor attachments to
the ISOFIX lower anchors

The back of the child restraint should be secured
against the vehicle seat back. If necessary, adjust
or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct
child restraint fit. (See “Head restraints” (P.1-5).) If
the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure
place. Be sure to install the head restraint when
the child restraint is removed. If the seating
position does not have an adjustable head
restraint and it is interfering with the proper child
restraint fit, try another seating position or a
different child restraint.

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Step 4

Shorten the rigid attachment to have the child
restraint firmly tightened; press downward

and rearward

firmly in the center of the child

restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle
seat cushion and seatback.

If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether
strap, route the top tether strap and secure the
tether strap to the tether anchor point. (See “Child
restraint anchorage” (P.1-18).)

If the child restraint is equipped with other anti-
rotation devices such as support legs, use them
instead of the top tether strap following the child
restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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Step 7

Test the child restraint before you place the child
in it

. Push the child restraint from side to side

and tug it forward to make sure that it is held
securely in place.

Check to make sure that the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use. If the child
restraint is loose, repeat steps 3 through 7.

Rear-facing:
Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
the proper use of your child restraint. Follow these
steps to install a rear-facing child restraint on the rear
outboard seats using ISOFIX:

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Steps 1 and 2

Position the child restraint on the seat

Secure the child restraint anchor attachments to
the ISOFIX lower anchors

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Step 3

Shorten the rigid attachment to have the child
restraint firmly tightened; press downward

and rearward

firmly in the center of the child

restraint with your hand to compress the vehicle
seat cushion and seatback.

If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether
strap, route the top tether strap and secure the
tether strap to the tether anchor point. (See “Child
restraint anchorage” (P.1-18) .)

If the child restraint is equipped with other anti-
rotation devices such as support legs, use them
instead of the top tether strap following the child
restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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Step 6

Test the child restraint before you place the child
in it

. Push the child restraint from side to side

and tug it forward to make sure that it is held
securely in place.

Check to make sure that the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use. If the child
restraint is loose, repeat steps 3 through 6.

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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION USING
SEAT BELT

Installation on rear outboard seats - seat belts
without automatic locking mode

WARNING:

The three-point type seat belt on your
vehicle is not equipped with an automatic
locking mode retractor.

The direction of the child restraint system
depends on the type of the child restraint
system and the size of the child.

If your vehicle is equipped with rear seat adjustment,
note the following:
.

Attach the child restraints after adjusting the
rear seats to the upright position.

Do not recline the rear seats with the child
restraints attached to them.

Front-facing:

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If you must install a front-facing child restraint system
on the rear seat, follow these steps:

Position the front-facing child restraint system on
the rear seat.

Always follow the child restraint system manufac-
turer’s instructions for installation and use.

Route the seat belt tongue through the child
restraint system and insert it into the buckle until
you hear and feel the latch engage.

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To prevent slack in the lap belt, it is necessary to
secure the shoulder belt in place with a locking
clip

. Use the locking clip attached to the child

restraint system or one which is equivalent in
dimension and strength.

Be sure to follow the child restraint system
manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

Test the child restraint system before you place
the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it
forward and check if it is held securely in place.

Make sure that the child restraint system is
properly secured prior to each use.

Rear-facing:

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If you must install a rear-facing child restraint system
on the rear seat, follow these steps:

Position the rear-facing child restraint system on
the rear seat.

Always follow the child restraint system manufac-
turer’s instructions for installation and use.

Route the seat belt tongue through the child
restraint system and insert it into the buckle until
you hear and feel the latch engage.

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To prevent slack in the lap belt, it is necessary to
secure the shoulder belt in place with a locking

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clip

. Use the locking clip attached to the child

restraint system or one which is equivalent in
dimension and strength.

Be sure to follow the child restraint system
manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

Test the child restraint system before you place
the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it
forward and check if it is held securely in place.

Make sure that the child restraint system is
properly secured prior to each use.

Installation on rear center seat (2-point type
seat belt)- seat belts without automatic
locking mode

WARNING:

The rear center two-point type seat belt on
your vehicle is not equipped with an auto-
matic locking mode retractor.

The direction of the child restraint system
depends on the type of the child restraint
system and the size of the child.

Front-facing:

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If you must install a front-facing child restraint system
on the rear center seat, follow these steps:

Position the front-facing child restraint system on
the rear center seat.

Always follow the child restraint system manufac-
turer’s instructions for installation and use.

Route the seat belt tongue through the child
restraint system and insert it into the buckle until
you hear and feel the latch engage.

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Locking clip

To prevent slack in the lap belt, it is necessary to
secure the lap belt in place with a locking clip

Use the locking clip attached to the child restraint
system, or one which is equivalent in dimensions
and strength.

Be sure to follow the child restraint system
manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

Test the child restraint system before you place
the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it
forward and check if it is held securely in place.

Make sure that the child restraint system is
properly secured prior to each use.

Rear-facing:

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If you must install a rear-facing child restraint system
on the rear center seat, follow these steps:

Position the rear-facing child restraint system on
the rear center seat.

Always follow the child restraint system manufac-
turer’s instructions for installation and use.

Route the seat belt tongue through the child
restraint system and insert it into the buckle until
you hear and feel the latch engage.

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Locking clip

To prevent slack in the lap belt, it is necessary to
secure the lap belt in place with a locking clip

Use the locking clip attached to the child restraint
system, or one which is equivalent in dimensions
and strength.

Be sure to follow the child restraint system
manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

Test the child restraint system before you place
the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it
forward and check if it is held securely in place.

Make sure that the child restraint system is
properly secured prior to each use.

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WARNING:

Never install a rear-facing child restraint on
the front passenger

’s seat when the front

passenger

’s air bag is equipped. Supple-

mental front-impact air bags inflate with
great force. A rear-facing child restraint
could be struck by the supplemental front-
impact air bags in an accident and could
seriously injure or kill your child.

Never install a child restraint system with a
top tether strap on the front seat.

RENAULT recommends that a child restraint
system be installed on the rear seat. How-
ever, if you must install a front-facing child
restraint system on the front passenger

’s

seat, move the passenger

’s seat to the

rearmost position.

Child restraints for infants must be used in
the rear-facing direction and therefore must
not be used on the front passenger

’s seat

when the front passenger

’s air bag is

equipped.

Front-facing:

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If you must install a front-facing child restraint system
on the front seat, follow these steps:

Turn off the front passenger’s air bag using the
front passenger air bag switch. (See “Supple-
mental air bag systems” (P.1-29).) Place the
ignition switch in the “ON” position and make
sure that the front air bag status light

on the

instrument panel illuminates (if equipped).

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Move the seat to the rearmost position

Adjust the head restraint to its highest position

Position the front-facing child restraint system on
the front passenger’s seat. It should be placed in
the front-facing direction only.

Always follow the child restraint system manufac-
turer’s instructions for installation and use.

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Route the seat belt tongue through the child
restraint system and insert it into the buckle until
you hear and feel the latch engage.

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Locking clip

To prevent slack in the lap belt, it is necessary to
secure the shoulder belt in place with a locking
clip

. Use the locking clip attached to the child

restraint system, or one which is equivalent in
dimensions and strength.

Be sure to follow the child restraint system
manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

Slide the seat forward so that the seat belt fully
tightens the child restraint system.

Test the child restraint system before you place
the child in it. Tilt it from side to side. Try to tug it
forward and check if it is held securely in place.

Make sure that the child restraint system is
properly secured prior to each use.

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PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RE-
STRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section
contains important information concerning the driver’s
and passenger’s supplemental front-impact air bags.

Supplemental front-impact air bag system (if
equipped)

This system can help cushion the impact force to the
head and chest area of the driver and/or front
passenger in certain frontal collisions. The supple-
mental front-impact air bag is designed to inflate on the
front where the vehicle is impacted.

Supplemental side-impact air bag system (if
equipped)

This system can help cushion the impact force to the
chest and pelvis areas of the driver and front
passenger in certain side-impact collisions. The
supplemental side-impact air bag is designed to inflate
on the side where the vehicle is impacted.

Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag
system (if equipped)

This system can help cushion the impact force to the
head of the driver and passengers in front and rear
outboard seating positions in certain side-impact
collisions. The supplemental curtain side-impact air
bag is designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle
is impacted.

The SRS is designed to supplement the accident
protection provided by the driver’s seat belt and is not
designed to substitute for it. The SRS can help save
lives and reduce serious injuries. However, inflating air
bags may cause abrasions or other injuries. Air bags
do not provide protection to the lower body. Seat belts
should always be correctly worn and the occupants

should always be seated a suitable distance away from
the steering wheel. (See “Seat belts” (P.1-7).) The air
bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the
occupants. The force of the air bags inflating can
increase the risk of injury if the occupants are too close
to, or are against, the air bag modules during inflation.

The air bags will deflate quickly after deployment.

The SRS operates only when the ignition switch
is in the

“ON” or “START” position.

When the ignition switch is in the

“ON” position,

the SRS air bag warning light illuminates for
about 7 seconds and then turns off. This
indicates that the SRS is operational. (See
“SRS air bag warning light” (P.1-28).)

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WARNING:

The supplemental front-impact air bags
ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a
side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower
severity frontal collision. Always wear the
seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity
of injury in accidents.

The seat belts and the supplemental front-
impact air bags are most effective when you
are sitting well back and upright in the seat.
The front-impact air bags inflate with great
force. If you are unrestrained, leaning for-

ward, sitting sideways, or out of position in
any way, you are at greater risk of injury or
death in an accident. You may also receive
serious or fatal injuries from the supple-
mental front-impact air bag if you are up
against it when it inflates. Always sit back
against the seatback and as far away as
practical from the steering wheel. Always
use the seat belts.

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WARNING:

Never let children ride unrestrained or
extend their hands or face out of the
window. Do not attempt to hold them in
your lap or arms. Some examples of danger-
ous riding positions are shown in the
illustrations.

Children may be severely injured or killed
when the air bags inflate if they are not
properly restrained.

Never install a rear-facing child restraint
system in the front seat. An inflating supple-
mental front-impact air bag could seriously
injure or kill your child. (See

“Child re-

straints

” (P.1-13).)

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WARNING:

The supplemental side-impact air bags and
supplemental curtain side-impact air bags
ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a
front impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower
severity side collision. Always wear the seat
belts to help reduce the risk or severity of
injury in accidents.

The seat belts and the supplemental side-
impact air bags and supplemental curtain
side-impact air bags are most effective when
you are sitting well back and upright in the
seat. The supplemental side-impact air bags
and supplemental curtain side-impact air
bags inflate with great force. If you and your
passengers are unrestrained, leaning for-
ward, sitting sideways, or out of position in
any way, you and your passengers are at
greater risk of injury or death in an accident.

Do not allow anyone to place their hands,
legs, or face near the supplemental side-
impact air bags and supplemental curtain
side-impact air bags on the sides of the
seatback of the front seats or near the side
roof rails. Do not allow anyone sitting in the
front seats or rear outboard seats to extend
their hands out of the windows or lean
against the doors. Some examples of dan-
gerous riding positions are shown in the
illustrations.

When sitting in the rear seats, do not hold
onto the seatback of the front seats. If the
supplemental side-impact air bags and sup-
plemental curtain side-impact air bags in-
flate, you may be seriously injured. Be
especially careful with children, who should

always be properly restrained.

Do not use seat covers on the front seat-
backs. They may interfere with the supple-
mental side-impact air bag inflations.

Pre-tensioner seat belt system (if equipped)

The pre-tensioner seat belt system may activate with
the supplemental air bag system in certain types of
collisions.

Working with the seat belt retractor and anchor, it
helps tighten the seat belt the instant the vehicle
becomes involved in certain types of collisions, helping
to restrain front seat occupants. (See “Pre-tensioner
seat belt system” (P.1-31) .)

Air bag warning label (if equipped)

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SRS air bag:
The warning label

is located on the surface of the

passenger’s sun visor.

SRS front-impact passenger air bag:
The warning label

(if equipped) is located on the

side of the passenger’s side instrument panel.

This label warns you not to fit a rear-facing child
restraint system on the front passenger seat as such a
restraint system used in this position could cause
serious injury to the infant in case of air bag
deployment during a collision.

In vehicles equipped with a front-impact passenger air
bag system, use a rear-facing child restraint system
only on the rear seats. “Extreme Hazard! Do not use a
rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by
an airbag in front of it!"

When installing a child restraint system in your vehicle,
always follow the child restraint system manufacturer’s
instructions for installation.

For additional information, see “Child restraints” (P.1-
13).

SRS air bag warning light

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The SRS air bag warning light, displaying

in the

instrument panel, monitors the circuits for the air bag
systems, pre-tensioner seat belt systems and all

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related wiring.

When the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “START”
position, the SRS air bag warning light illuminates for
about 7 seconds and then turns off. This indicates that
the SRS air bag systems are operational.

If any of the following conditions occur, the air bag
and/or pre-tensioner seat belt systems need servicing:
.

The SRS air bag warning light remains on after
approximately 7 seconds.

The SRS air bag warning light flashes intermit-
tently.

The SRS air bag warning light does not illuminate
at all.

Under these conditions, the air bag and/or pre-
tensioner seat belt systems may not operate properly.
They must be checked and repaired. Contact a
RENAULT dealer immediately.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS

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Crash zone sensor

Supplemental front-impact air bag modules*

Supplemental side-impact air bag modules*

Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag mod-
ules*

Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag in-
flators*

Satellite sensors*

Pre-tensioner seat belt retractors*

Supplemental air bag diagnosis sensor unit

*: if equipped

WARNING:

Do not place any objects on the steering
wheel pad. Do not place any objects be-
tween the driver and steering wheel pad.
Such objects may become dangerous pro-

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jectiles and cause injury if a supplemental
air bag inflates.

Immediately after inflation, several supple-
mental air bag system components will be
hot. Do not touch them: you may severely
burn yourself.

No unauthorized changes should be made
to any components or wiring of the supple-
mental air bag systems. This is to prevent
accidental inflation of the supplemental air
bags or damage to the supplemental air bag
systems.

Do not make unauthorized changes to your
vehicle

’s electrical system, suspension sys-

tem or front end structure. This could affect
proper operation of the supplemental air
bag systems.

Tampering with the supplemental air bag
systems may result in serious personal
injury. Tampering includes changes to the
steering wheel by placing materials over the
steering wheel pad and above, and by
installing additional trim materials around
the supplemental air bag systems.

Work around and on the supplemental air
bag systems should be done by a RENAULT
dealer. The SRS wiring should not be
modified or disconnected. Unauthorized
electrical test equipment and probing de-
vices should not be used on the supple-
mental air bag systems.

The SRS wiring harness connectors are
yellow and/or orange for easy identification.

When the air bags inflate, a fairly loud noise may be
heard, followed by the release of smoke. This smoke is
not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should

be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and
choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition
should get fresh air promptly.

Supplemental front-impact air bag system

The driver’s supplemental front-impact air bag is
located at the center of the steering wheel. The
passenger’s supplemental front-impact air bag (if
equipped) is located at the instrument panel above
the glove box.

The supplemental front-impact air bag system is
designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions,
although it may inflate if the forces in another type of
collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal
impact. It may not inflate in certain frontal collisions.
Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an
indication of proper supplemental front-impact air
bag system operation.

Front passenger air bag status light (if
equipped):

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The front passenger air bag status light is located on
the meter.

When the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
position, the front passenger air bag status light
illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off or

remains on depending on the front passenger air bag
status.
.

When the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
position and the front passenger air bag is active,
the front passenger air bag status light will turn off
after approximately 7 seconds.

When the front passenger air bag is turned off
with the front passenger air bag switch, the front
passenger air bag status light will illuminate and
remain on as long as the front passenger air bag
switch is in the “OFF” position.

If the front passenger air bag status light operates in a
way other than described above, the front passenger
air bag may not function properly. Have the system
checked, and if necessary repaired by a RENAULT
dealer promptly.

Front passenger air bag switch (if equipped):

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The front passenger air bag can be turned off with the
front passenger air bag switch

located inside of

the glove box.

To turn off the front passenger air bag:

Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position.

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Open the glove box and insert the key into the
front passenger air bag switch. For Intelligent Key
equipped models, see “Keys” (P.3-2) for mechan-
ical key usage.

Push and turn the key to the “OFF” position.

Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position. The
front passenger air bag status light will illuminate
and remain on.

To turn on the front passenger air bag:

Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position.

Open the glove box and insert the key into the
front passenger air bag switch.

Push and turn the key to the “ON” position.

Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position. The
front passenger air bag status light will illuminate
then turn off.

Supplemental side-impact air bag system (if
equipped)

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The supplemental side-impact air bag is located at the
outside of the front seats’ seatbacks.

The supplemental side-impact air bag system is
designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions,

although it may inflate if the forces in another type of
collision are similar to those of a higher severity side
impact. It may not inflate in certain side collisions.
Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an
indication of proper supplemental side-impact air bag
system operation.

Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag
system (if equipped)

The supplemental curtain side-impact air bag is
located at the roof rails.

The supplemental curtain side-impact air bag system is
designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions,
although it may inflate if the forces in another type of
collision are similar to those of a higher severity side
impact. It may not inflate in certain side collisions.
Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an
indication of proper supplemental curtain side-impact
air bag system operation.

PRE-TENSIONER SEAT BELT SYSTEM (if
equipped)

WARNING:

The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot be re-
used after activation. It must be replaced
together with the retractor and buckle as a
unit.

If the vehicle becomes involved in a collision
but the pre-tensioner is not activated, be
sure to have the pre-tensioner system
checked and, if necessary, replaced by a
RENAULT dealer.

No unauthorized changes should be made
to any components or wiring of the pre-
tensioner seat belt system. This is to prevent
accidental activation of the pre-tensioner

seat belt or damage to the pre-tensioner
seat belt system.

Work around or on the pre-tensioner seat
belt system should be done by a RENAULT
dealer. The SRS wiring should not be
modified or disconnected. Unauthorized
electrical test equipment and probing de-
vices should not be used on the pre-
tensioner seat belt system.

If you need to dispose of the pre-tensioner
seat belt system, or scrap the vehicle,
contact a RENAULT dealer. Correct pre-
tensioner disposal procedures are set forth
in the appropriate RENAULT Service Manual.
Incorrect disposal procedures could cause
personal injury.

The pre-tensioner seat belt system may activate with
the supplemental air bag system in certain types of
collisions.

Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the
seat belt when the vehicle becomes involved in certain
types of collisions, helping to restrain front seat
occupants.

The pre-tensioner is encased with the front seat belt’s
retractor and anchor. These seat belts are used the
same as conventional seat belts.

When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates, a fairly loud
noise may be heard, followed by the release of smoke.
This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire.
Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause
irritation and choking. Those with a history of a
breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.

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REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PROCE-
DURE

WARNING:

Once the air bags have been inflated, the air
bag modules will not function and must be
replaced. The air bag modules must be
replaced by a RENAULT dealer. The inflated
air bag modules cannot be repaired.

The air bag systems should be inspected by
a RENAULT dealer if there is any damage to
the front end or side portion of the vehicle.

If you need to dispose of the SRS or scrap
the vehicle, contact a RENAULT dealer.
Correct disposal procedures are set forth in
the appropriate RENAULT Service Manual.
Incorrect disposal procedures could cause
personal injury.

The air bags are designed to activate on a one-time-
only basis. As a reminder, unless the SRS air bag
warning light is damaged, the SRS air bag warning
light remains illuminated after inflation has occurred.
The repair and replacement of the SRS should be
done only by a RENAULT dealer.

When maintenance work is required on the vehicle,
information about the air bags and related parts should
be pointed out to the person performing the main-
tenance. The ignition switch should always be in the
“LOCK” position when working under the hood or
inside the vehicle.

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