Remis REMIfront IV front blind for Fiat Ducato X250 (07/2006-04/2014), with A-pillar speakers, light grey

Remis REMIfront IV is a cab blackout system for motorhomes built on the Fiat Ducato X250. This listing covers the front part: a split pleated blind for the windscreen, in light grey. This version is made for vehicles with speakers in the A-pillars. The kit includes A-pillar trims with a speaker grille, and the original vehicle speakers clip into them. Both halves of the blind are pulled out of the pillars to the middle of the windscreen, where they join with a magnetic catch. The blind runs on guide tubes to the middle of the windscreen, so the interior mirror does not have to be removed. When closed, the blind keeps people from looking into the cab, and the multi-layer material reduces heat build-up in the sun and cooling at night. Folded away, the blind sits in the pillar trims, and a cover profile makes it almost invisible. For the door windows you also need the REMIfront IV side blinds, listed under related products.

Key features

• split pleated blind for the Ducato X250 windscreen
• version for vehicles with A-pillar speakers, trims with speaker grille included
• light grey, matched to a grey cab interior
• magnetic catch in the middle of the windscreen
• lock in the frame keeps the blind from opening while driving
• runs on guide tubes, the interior mirror stays in place
• multi-layer, almost opaque pleated material
• ventilation openings stay clear, maintenance-free system

How the front blind works

• Closing: press both buttons in the direction of the arrow to unlock the blind, then pull the handles from the left and right to the middle of the windscreen. The magnetic catch closes by itself.
• Opening: pull the handles apart, guide them back to the rest position and press them against the frame until they latch.
• Before driving, check that the blind is folded and locked on both sides.
• Only close the blind when the vehicle is parked and the engine is off.

Kit contents

• A-pillar trims, left and right, with speaker grille
• upper and lower guide tube
• upper cover panels, left and right
• tube holder fixed to the dashboard
• screws, screw dowels and two foam strips for fitting

Vehicle fit

The blind fits the Fiat Ducato X250 built 07/2006-04/2014 with speakers in the A-pillars, and motorhomes on this base. The manufacturer states that the REMIfront IV system for the Ducato also fits vehicles of identical construction, meaning the Peugeot Boxer and Citroën Jumper. Light grey matches a grey cab interior. In the manufacturer catalogue the grey version is assigned to the Ducato X250 from 2006-2011, while the beige version is meant for vehicles with a beige interior from 09/2011-2014.

When the system does not fit

• vehicles with airbags in the A-pillars or above the doors
• vehicles with a rain sensor or light sensor at the interior mirror
• Ducato with a storage compartment above the windscreen (under the headliner)
• vehicles with equipment packages other than those listed by the manufacturer
• Ducato X290 from 2014, which has its own blind versions

Fitting

The manufacturer recommends fitting by a workshop. The door seal at the A-pillar and the original pillar trim are removed, the speaker is unplugged and clipped into the Remis trim. The trim with the blind is then placed on the pillar, the guide tubes are screwed on, the speakers are reconnected and the trim is clipped in place. The upper cover panels are fixed to the headliner with the dowels from the kit after drilling 6 mm holes. Finally the blind is closed to find the position of the tube holder, which is screwed to the dashboard with two screws. If the tubes come in two pieces, they are joined with the adhesive from the kit and left to harden for 10-15 minutes. The manufacturer instructions show each step with photos.

Use and cleaning

• In strong sunlight the handles can get very hot.
• The system is not meant for darkening the vehicle over a long period, for example during winter storage.
• Depending on the temperature, the blind may temporarily fold back less easily.
• Wipe the frames with a damp cloth and mild soapy water, and clean the pleated fabric with a soft brush. Do not use solvents or abrasives.

Related products

• REMIfront IV side blinds for Fiat Ducato X250, light grey - door window blinds in the same colour
• REMIfront IV side blinds for Fiat Ducato, beige - side blinds for a beige interior
• REMIfront IV front blind for Fiat Ducato X250, beige - the same front blind in beige
• Additional bottom panel for REMIfront IV - reduces light coming in at the bottom of the front blind
• Sun visor adapter for REMIfront IV - lets you swing the sun visor to the side after fitting the blind
• Upper panels for Fiat Ducato for REMIfront III-IV - spare part, version without sensor
• Guide tubes for REMIfront III and IV for Fiat Ducato - spare part
• Telescopic guide with joint for REMIfront IV - spare part for Ducato and Transit
• Cover cap with Remis logo, light grey - spare part for REMIfront IV

Technical data

Manufacturer

REMIS GmbH, Mathias-Brüggen-Straße 67-69, 50829 Köln, Germany.