Renault Express
General information
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The key must not be used for any function other than those described in the handbook (removing the cap from a bottle, etc.).
- 1.
Locks all the opening elements.
- 2.
Unlocking the doors and luggage compartment.
- 3.
Driver’s door and ignition key.
- 5.
Locking/unlocking the luggage compartment and, depending on the vehicle, the sliding doors.
Remote control with switchblade key:
- 4.
Locking/unlocking using the switchblade key. To release the insert from its housing, press the button 4 and it will come out. Press the button 4 and guide the insert back into its housing.
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Recommendations
Avoid leaving the remote control in hot, cold or humid areas.
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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 operating range
This varies according to the environment: take care not to lock or unlock the doors by inadvertently pressing the buttons on the remote control.
Note: depending on the vehicle, if an opening element (door, luggage compartment) is open or not properly shut, it will lock and unlock in quick succession without any flashing of the hazard warning lights and side indicator lights.
Interference
Interference by factors in the immediate vicinity (external installations or the use of equipment operating on the same frequency as the remote control) may affect the operation of the remote control.
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Replacement and additional keys or remote controls
You must only contact an approved Dealer:
- if you need to replace a key, it will be necessary to take the vehicle and all of its keys to an approved Dealer in order to initialise the system;
- depending on the vehicle, you have the option of using up to four remote controls.
Remote control unit 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: battery.
Use
The remote control A can be used to lock or unlock the opening elements.
It is powered by a battery which must be replaced Radio frequency remote control: battery.
Locking the doors
Pressing button 1 locks the opening elements.
Pressing button 3 locks the luggage compartment and, depending on the vehicle, the sliding side doors.
The side indicator lights and hazard warning lights confirm the locking by flashing twice.
Note: depending on the vehicle, if an opening element (door, luggage compartment) is open or not properly shut, it will lock and unlock in quick succession without any flashing of the hazard warning lights and side indicator lights.
Unlocking the doors
Pressing button 2 will unlock the opening elements.
Pressing button 3 unlocks the luggage compartment and, depending on the vehicle, the sliding side doors.
The unlocking is confirmed by one flash of the hazard warning lights and the side indicator lights.
Note: the remote control buttons are inactive if the engine is running, ignition on Starting, stopping the engine.
Special feature
After manually locking the rear hinged door, press the button 3Opening and closing the doors twice to unlock it.
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If the vehicle has been unlocked but neither the doors or tailgate are open, it locks again automatically after two minutes.
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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
The key must not be used for any function other than those described in the handbook (removing the cap from a bottle, etc.).
Radio frequency remote control: battery
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.
Check that the cover is clipped shut.
Note: it is not advisable to touch the electronic circuit in the key cover when replacing the battery.
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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.
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If they need to be replaced, be sure to use the same or equivalent type of battery (consult an Approved Dealer).
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When replacing:
- Make sure that the batteries are correctly inserted.
Risk of explosion.
- Do not use the remote control if the cover does not close properly.
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.
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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.
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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.