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TRAILER BRAKES
Ensure that trailer brakes are installed as required
by local regulations. Also check that all other trailer
equipment conforms to local regulations.
Always block the wheels on both the vehicle and
trailer when parking. Apply the hand brake on the
trailer where fitted. Parking on a steep slope is not
recommended.
If parking on a steep slope is unavoidable, place the
shift lever in the P (Park) position (Automatic trans-
mission model), or in an appropriate position
(Manual transmission model), and turn the front
wheels towards the kerb.
TRAILER DETECTION (where fitted)
When towing a trailer with a genuine RENAULT tow
bar electrical kit and the turn signal switch is used,
the electrical system of the vehicle will detect the
additional electrical load of the trailer lighting. As a
result, the direction indicator tone will be different.
VEHICLE SECURITY
When leaving your vehicle unoccupied:
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Always take the key with you - even when leav-
ing the vehicle in your own garage.
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Close all windows completely and lock all doors.
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Always park your vehicle where it can be seen.
Park in a well lit area during the night.
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If the security system is equipped, use it - even
for a short period.
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Never leave children or pets in the vehicle unat-
tended.
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Never leave valuables inside the vehicle. Always
take valuables with you.
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Never leave the vehicle documents in the vehicle.
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Never leave articles on a roof rail. Remove them
from the rack and keep and lock them inside the
vehicle.
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Never leave the spare key in the vehicle.
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
WARNING
If the engine is not running or is turned off while
driving, the power assist for the steering will not
work. The steering will be much harder to operate.
The power assisted steering is designed to use a
hydraulic pump driven by the engine, to assist steer-
ing.
If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks, you will
still have control of the vehicle. However, greater
steering effort is needed, especially in sharp turns
and at low speeds.
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