Renault Duster 2010-2025 BATTERY Car Owner Manuals

Renault Duster 2010-2025 BATTERY

BATTERY

Battery 1 does not require any maintenance. As the battery is specific to your vehicle, ensure that you replace it with a battery to which a degassing pipe can be connected. Consult an approved dealer.

Handle the battery with care as it contains sulphuric acid, which must not come into contact with eyes or skin. If it does, wash the affected area with plenty of cold water and consult a doctor, if necessary.

Ensure that naked flames, red hot objects and sparks do not come into contact with the battery as there is a risk of explosion.

Label A

Observe the indications on the battery:

• 2 Naked flames and smoking forbidden;
• 3 Wear eye protection;
• 4 Keep away from children;
• 5 Explosive substances;
• 6 Refer to the handbook;
• 7 Corrosive substances.

The engine may be hot during operations in close proximity. In addition, the engine cooling fan may start at any moment. Risk of injury.

Replacing the battery

As this operation is complex, we advise you to contact an approved dealer.

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE, ENGINE COMPARTMENT (1/3)

A well-maintained vehicle has a longer service life. It is therefore recommended that attention is paid to the outside of the vehicle on a regular basis.

Protection against the effects of corrosive agents

Although your vehicle has been treated with very effective anti-corrosion products, it nevertheless remains subject to the effects of:

• Corrosives in the atmosphere
• Atmospheric pollution (urban and industrial areas)
• Saline atmosphere (near the sea, particularly in hot weather)
• Seasonal and damp climatic conditions (e.g.: road salt in winter, water from road cleaners, etc.)
• Abrasives: Wind-borne dust and sand, mud, road grit thrown up by other vehicles, etc.
• Minor impacts

You should take precautions to safeguard your vehicle against such risks and not to lose the benefit of your vehicle’s anti-corrosion protection. You should not:

• Degrease or clean mechanical components, underneath the body, parts with hinges (e.g., fuel filler cap, inside the fuel flap) and painted plastic external fittings (e.g., bumpers) using high-pressure cleaning equipment or by spraying on products not approved by our Technical Department.
• Aim a high pressure water jet directly onto damaged parts of the vehicle (e.g., painted bumpers, lights, etc.). Wash these parts carefully by hand.
• Wash the vehicle in bright sunlight or freezing temperatures.
• Use hard brushes to clean alloy wheels. These can scratch or damage the wheel’s protective coating.
• Scrape off mud or dirt without prewetting.
• Allow dirt to accumulate.
• Allow rust to form following minor impacts.
• Use solvents not approved by the Technical Department to remove stains as this could damage the paintwork.
• Drive when the vehicle is muddy or covered in snow (the wheel arches, underneath the body, radiator, etc. must always be free from mud or snow).

It is forbidden to wash the engine compartment using a high-pressure water jet: this risks damaging the electrical/electronic components in the engine compartment. A label affixed in the engine compartment reminds you of this.

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE, ENGINE COMPARTMENT (2/3)

You should:

• Respect local regulations about washing vehicles (e.g., do not wash your vehicle on a public highway).
• Always follow the recommendations supplied with the high-pressure cleaning equipment (jet distance and pressure).
• Before going through a roller type car wash, return the windscreen wiper stalk to park position, check the mounting of external accessories, additional lights and door mirrors, and hold the wiper blades and radio aerial in place with adhesive tape. Remove the radio aerial mast if your vehicle is fitted with this equipment.
• Remember to remove the tape and refit the antenna after washing.
• After driving off-road (e.g., on muddy, dusty, or sandy terrain) quickly clean the radiator from the outside of the vehicle through the openings in the bumper to prevent it from becoming blocked or clogged (risk of engine overheating).
• Wash your vehicle frequently with the engine off, using shampoo approved by our Technical Department (never use abrasive products) and rinse thoroughly using a warm or cold water jet (never hot).
• Wash immediately to remove tree resin, industrial grime, bird droppings, dust or mud, and any insects to avoid damage to the paintwork.
• Clean salt deposited in wheel arches and underneath the body after driving in chemically treated roads.
• Remove mud and sand from wheels, particularly the inside of the wheels and brakes to prevent reduced braking efficiency or component damage.

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE, ENGINE COMPARTMENT (3/3)

After cleaning your vehicle, check the brakes while driving at low speed to ensure braking efficiency. Depress the brake pedal gently if required. Check drain holes at the bottom of doors. Inspect wheels for impacts or corrosion. Maintain distance from vehicles on gravel surfaces to prevent paint damage. Repair paint damage promptly. Visit the body shop periodically to maintain anti-corrosion warranty. Spray mechanical components and hinges with approved products.

INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE (1/2)

A well-maintained vehicle will have a longer service life. Maintain the vehicle interior regularly. Treat stains quickly using warm, soapy water. Avoid detergents, alcohol-based products, or abrasive materials. Use soft cloths.

Fabrics (seats, door trim, etc.)

Dust fabrics regularly. For liquid stains, dab lightly with a soft cloth, rinse and remove excess. For solid or thick stains, remove excess carefully with a spatula, then clean using the procedure for liquid stains. For sweets or chewing gum, put an ice cube on the stain to solidify it, then clean as a solid stain. For advice on interior maintenance, contact an approved dealer.

INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE (2/2)

If you need to remove equipment (e.g., mats) to clean the passenger compartment, ensure you refit it properly and on the correct side. With the vehicle stationary, ensure nothing hinders driving (e.g., obstacle under pedals, heel trapped by mat).

Do not place items such as air fresheners or perfume near the air vents, as these could damage dashboard fittings. Do not use high-pressure or spray cleaning equipment inside the passenger compartment as this could impair electrical/electronic components or cause other damage.