Dacia Duster
General information
Radio frequency remote control A
- 1
Locks all the opening elements.
- 2
Unlocking the doors and luggage compartment.
- 3
Ignition and front door key.
- 4
Unlocking the luggage compartment only.
Remote control with switchblade key B
- 1
Locks all the opening elements.
- 2
Unlocking the doors and luggage compartment.
- 3
Locking/unlocking using the switchblade key. To release the insert from its housing, press the button 3 and it will come out. Press the button 3 and guide the insert back into its housing.
- 4
Ignition and front-left hand door key.
- 5
Unlocking the luggage compartment only.
tip
The key must not be used for any function other than those described in the handbook (removing the cap from a bottle, etc.).
warning
Driver's responsibility when parking or stopping the vehicle
Never leave an animal, child or adult who is not self-sufficient alone in your vehicle, even for a short time.
They may pose a risk to themselves or to others by starting the engine, activating equipment such as the electric windows or locking the doors.
Also, in hot and/or sunny weather, please remember that the temperature inside the passenger compartment increases very quickly.
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
The remote control unit operating range
This varies according to the environment: take care not to lock or unlock the doors accidentally by inadvertently pressing the buttons on the remote control.
Note: if a door or the luggage compartment door is open or not closed properly, the doors and luggage compartment door lock/unlock quickly.
Interference
Interference by factors in the immediate vicinity (external installations or the use of equipment operating on the same frequency as the card) may disrupt its operation.
tip
The key must not be used for any function other than those described in the handbook (removing the cap from a bottle, etc.).
warning
Driver's responsibility when parking or stopping the vehicle
Never leave an animal, child or adult who is not self-sufficient alone in your vehicle, even for a short time.
They may pose a risk to themselves or to others by starting the engine, activating equipment such as the electric windows or by locking the doors.
Also, in hot and/or sunny weather, please remember that the temperature inside the passenger compartment increases very quickly.
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
tip
Recommendations
Avoid leaving the remote control in hot, cold or humid areas.
tip
Replacement and additional keys or remote controls
If you lose your remote control key or require another, you can obtain one from an approved dealer.
If a remote control or key is replaced, it will be necessary to take the vehicle and all of its remote control keys to an authorised dealer to reset them.
You may use up to four remote control keys per vehicle.
Remote control key failure
Always make sure that the correct battery type is being used, and that the battery is in good condition and inserted correctly. These batteries should have a service life of approximately two years.
How to change the battery Radio frequency remote control: batteries.
Use
Locking the doors
Press locking button 1.
The hazard warning lights and side in- dicator lights flash twice to indicate that the doors have locked.
If any opening element (door or tailgate) is open or incorrectly shut, locking is unsuccessful and the hazard warning lights and side repeaters do not flash.
Unlocking the doors
Press unlocking button 2.
The hazard warning lights and side in- dicator lights flash once to indicate that the doors have unlocked.
Note: if a door is not opened within approximately one minute of the door being unlocked by the remote control, the doors will lock again automatically.
Unlocking the luggage compartment only
Press and hold button 3. The luggage compartment opens slightly and, depending on the vehicle, the luggage compartment door fully opens by itself.
tip
The key must not be used for any function other than those described in the handbook (removing the cap from a bottle, etc.).
warning
Driver's responsibility when parking or stopping the vehicle
Never leave an animal, child or adult who is not self-sufficient alone in your vehicle, even for a short time.
They may pose a risk to themselves or to others by starting the engine, activating equipment such as the electric windows or by locking the doors.
Also, in hot and/or sunny weather, please remember that the temperature inside the passenger compartment increases very quickly.
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Radio frequency remote control: batteries
Operating faults
If the battery is too weak to ensure correct operation, you will still be able to start and lock/unlock the vehicle Locking, unlocking the opening elements and doors.
tip
The batteries are available from approved Dealers, and their service life approximately two years.
Check that there is no dye on the battery: risk of an incorrect electrical contact.
warning
When they need to be replaced, be sure to use the same or equivalent type of battery (consult an Approved Dealer).
Replacing the battery
Open the case at slot 1 using a flat-blade screwdriver or similar tool and replace the battery 2 observing the type and polarity shown on the back of the cover.
Ensure that the cover is correctly clipped on and the screw tightened.
Note: it is not advisable to touch the electronic circuit in the key cover when replacing the battery.
warning
When replacing:
- make sure that the batteries are correctly inserted.
Risk of explosion.
- if the flap does not close correctly, do not use and keep out of reach of children.
warning
Precautions relating to batteries:
- keep batteries (new or used) out of reach of children;
- do not swallow batteries;
Risk of chemical burns which may prove fatal.
- if ingested or inserted into any part of the body, consult a doctor as soon as possible.
tip
Do not throw away your used batteries as rubbish. Take them to an approved Dealer or consult your local authority for information on appropriate recycling facilities.