1995-2002 Renault Megane SUV Practical advice User Manual
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Practical advice for Your Renault Megane SUV First Generation (1995-2002)

Section 5: Practical advice  
Spare wheel .......................................................................................................................................... 5.02 ¬ 5.04  
Tool kit (wheelbrace, jack etc.) ........................................................................................................................ 5.05  
Hubcaps ............................................................................................................................................................. 5.06  
Changing a wheel ............................................................................................................................................. 5.07  
Tyres (tyre safety, wheels, winter use) ............................................................................................... 5.08 ¬ 5.10  
Lights and headlights (changing bulbs) ............................................................................................. 5.11 ¬ 5.13  
Rear lights (changing bulbs) ............................................................................................................... 5.14 ¬ 5.21  
Side repeaters (changing bulbs) ...................................................................................................................... 5.21  
Interior lights (changing bulbs) .......................................................................................................... 5.22 ¬ 5.25  
Fuses ....................................................................................................................................................... 5.26 - 5.27  
Battery ................................................................................................................................................... 5.28 ¬ 5.30  
Radio remote control (batteries) ...................................................................................................................... 5.31  
Fittings for radio/accessories .............................................................................................................. 5.32 ¬ 5.34  
Wipers (replacing blades) ................................................................................................................................. 5.35  
Towing .................................................................................................................................................. 5.36 ¬ 5.38  
Fuel cut-off system in the event of a severe impact ..................................................................................... 5.39  
Operating incidents ............................................................................................................................. 5.40 ¬ 5.45  
5.01  
EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL - HATCHBACK VERSION  
Using the emergency spare  
wheel  
The yre pressure monitor function  
does not monitor the emergency  
spare wheel (the wheel replaced by  
2
the  
emergency  
spare  
wheel  
disappears from the display and/or  
the information display).  
Refer to the information on the tyre  
pressure monitor in section 2.  
3
1
4
Emergency spare wheel 4  
This is located in the luggage  
• Hold the flap open using the  
hook 2 under the rear parcel  
shelf.  
• Unscrew the centre nut 3.  
• Take out the emergency spare  
wheel 4.  
compartment.  
To gain access to the emergency  
spare wheel:  
• Open the tailgate.  
• Use the handle 1 to lift the flap.  
If the spare wheel has  
been stored for several  
years, have it checked by  
your Dealer to ensure  
that it is safe to use.  
5.02  
EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL - SALOON VERSION  
3
2
1
4
5
2
Emergency spare wheel 4  
This is located in the luggage  
compartment.  
To access the emergency spare  
wheel:  
• Open the luggage compartment  
lid.  
• Use handle 1 to lift the small  
section of carpet in the luggage  
compartment.  
• Hold it open using the hook 3.  
• Unscrew the centre nut 5.  
• Take out the emergency spare  
wheel 4.  
If the spare wheel has been  
stored for several years,  
have it checked by your  
Dealer to ensure that it is  
safe to use.  
• Lift the luggage compartment  
carpet completely using handle 2.  
5.03  
EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL - ESTATE VERSION  
1
2
5
3
4
Emergency spare wheel 4  
This is located in the luggage  
compartment.  
• Unscrew nut 5.  
To gain access to the emergency  
spare wheel:  
• Take out the tools 3.  
• Open the tailgate.  
• Take out the emergency spare  
wheel 4.  
• Lift the luggage compartment  
carpet 2.  
• Hold it open, using hook 1.  
If the spare wheel has been  
stored for several years,  
have it checked by your  
Dealer to ensure that it is  
safe to use.  
5.04  
TOOLS  
2
1
3
4
The tools are under the emergency  
spare wheel  
Jack 2  
When refitting the jack, fold it  
completely and replace it in its  
location.  
Wheelbrace 1  
Embellisher key 3  
It is used to unclip the wheel  
embellishers.  
The jack is designed for  
wheel changing purposes  
only and must not  
Towing ring 4  
Refer to the information on towing  
in section 5.  
be  
used  
in  
any  
circumstances to assist repair  
underneath the car.  
5.05  
EMBELLISHERS - WHEELS  
1
4
2
5
A
3
Wheel embellisher with masked  
wheel bolts  
Centre embellisher 3  
Masked wheel bolts  
Centre embellisher 4  
Masked wheel bolts  
(example: embellisher 1)  
Unclip the embellisher using the  
Remove  
it  
using  
a
wheel  
key A (stored with the tools).  
embellisher key A (stored with the  
Remove  
it  
using  
a
wheel  
tools).  
embellisher key A (stored with the  
tools) or the end of the wheelbrace  
by inserting the hook into one of the  
slots around the edge.  
To refit the embellisher, align the  
locating lug with the notch in the  
embellisher and clip back into  
position.  
To refit it, align the valve symbol  
(engraved on the embellisher) with  
the valve 5 and clip it back in  
position.  
To refit, reclip the embellisher  
ensuring valve  
located.  
2
is correctly  
5.06  
CHANGING A WHEEL  
• Screw up the jack by hand at first  
to align the base plate (which  
should be inclined further  
inwards than the jack head). Use a  
piece of wood under the base  
plate if on soft ground.  
• Insert the end of the wheelbrace 4  
into the jack 3 and turn a few  
times to lift the wheel off the  
ground.  
2
1
3
• Remove the bolts.  
• Take off the wheel.  
4
• Position the spare wheel on the  
central hub and turn it to locate  
the mounting holes in the wheel  
and the hub.  
• If necessary, remove the wheel  
embellisher.  
Park your vehicle on firm,  
flat ground (if necessary,  
placing a plank under the  
base of the jack).  
• Use the wheelbrace 1 to loosen  
the wheel bolts slightly. Fit it so  
that you press downwards and  
not upwards.  
• Tighten the bolts and lower the  
jack.  
Switch on the hazard warning  
lights.  
• Tighten the bolts fully when the  
wheel is on the ground.  
Apply the handbrake and engage a  
gear (first or reverse or P on an  
automatic gearbox).  
Ask all the passengers to get out of  
the vehicle and keep them away  
from moving traffic.  
• Offer up the jack horizontally, the  
jack  
head  
must  
be  
slid  
If you have a puncture,  
replace the wheel as soon  
as possible.  
underneath the jacking point 2  
under the body, nearest the wheel  
concerned.  
A tyre which has been  
punctured should always be  
inspected (and repaired if  
possible) by a specialist.  
5.07  
TYRES  
When the tread has worn down to  
the level of these risers, they may be  
seen 2. The tyre concerned must  
then be changed as only about  
1.6 mm of tread rubber remains; this  
is insufficient for maintaining a  
good grip on wet roads.  
Tyre safety - road wheels  
The tyres are the only contact  
between the vehicle and the road, so  
it is essential to keep them in good  
condition.  
1
You must make sure that your tyres  
conform to local road regulations.  
2
Incidents which occur when  
driving, such as striking the kerb,  
may damage the tyres and could  
lead to misalignment of the front  
axle geometry.  
An overloaded car, long journeys by  
motorway, particularly in very hot  
weather, or continual driving on  
poorly surfaced minor roads will  
lead to more rapid tyre wear and  
affect safety.  
Maintaining the tyres  
The tyres must be in good condition  
and the tread form must have  
sufficient depth; tyres approved by  
Renault's Technical Department  
have wear warning strips 1 which  
are risers moulded into the tread at  
several points.  
When they need to be  
replaced, only tyres of  
the  
same  
make,  
dimension, type and  
profile should be used.  
When fitting tyres to the car,  
they should either be identical to  
those fitted originally or  
conform to those recommended  
by your Renault Dealer.  
5.08  
TYRES (safety)  
Inflation pressures should be  
checked when the tyres are cold;  
ignore higher pressures which may  
be reached in hot weather or  
following a fast journey.  
Tyre inflation pressures  
Replacing tyres  
Tyre inflation pressures must be  
adhered to. (Remember to check the  
emergency spare wheel at the same  
time.) Inflation pressures must be  
checked at least once a month and  
always before a long journey. (Refer  
to the section on “Tyre inflation  
pressures”.)  
For safety reasons, this  
operation must only be  
If tyre inflation pressures cannot be  
checked when the tyres are cold,  
take into account an increase of 0.2  
to 0.3 bar.  
carried  
specialist.  
out  
by  
a
Fitting different tyres may  
change your vehicle as follows:  
- It may mean that your vehicle  
no longer conforms to current  
regulations.  
- It may change the way it  
handles when cornering.  
- It may cause the steering to be  
heavy.  
- It may cause tyre noise.  
Never deflate a hot tyre.  
Note:  
A
label (depending on  
country or version) stuck on the  
edge or frame of the driver’s door  
gives the recommended tyre  
inflation pressures.  
Incorrect tyre pressures  
lead to abnormal tyre  
wear and unusually hot  
running. Factors which  
may seriously affect safety and  
lead to:  
- It may affect the use of chains.  
- poor roadholding  
- possibility of blow-outs or of  
throwing a tread at high speed.  
Changing wheels around  
This practice is not recommended.  
Inflation pressures depend on  
the load and the driving speed.  
Adjust the pressures according  
to the conditions of use. (Refer to  
the section on tyre inflation  
pressures.)  
Emergency spare wheel  
Refer to the information on the  
emergency spare wheel and  
instructions on how to change a  
wheel in section 5.  
5.09  
TYRES (continued)  
Use in winter  
• Chains  
• “Snow” or winter tyres  
For safety reasons, fitting chains  
to the rear axle is absolutely  
forbidden.  
We would recommend that these  
be fitted to all four wheels to  
ensure that your vehicle retains  
maximum road holding.  
If tyres are fitted which are larger  
than those fitted to the vehicle  
originally, it will be impossible to  
fit chains.  
Note: We would point out that  
these tyres may sometimes have:  
- A specific direction of travel.  
- A maximum speed which may  
be lower than the maximum  
speed of your vehicle.  
• Studded tyres  
Chains can only be fitted  
in conjunction with tyres  
of an identical size to  
those fitted to your  
vehicle originally.  
This type of equipment may only  
be used for a limited period and  
as laid down by local legislation.  
It is necessary to keep to the speed  
specified by current legislation.  
Special point for 16-valve  
version  
As a minimum, these tyres may be  
fitted to the two front axle wheels.  
This vehicle may be equipped  
with four wheels which cannot  
be fitted with chains.  
If you wish to use chains, you  
must use special equipment.  
Consult your Renault Dealer.  
In all cases, we would recommend  
that you consult your Renault  
Dealer who will be able to advise  
you on the choice of equipment  
which is most suitable for your  
vehicle.  
5.10  
SINGLE HEADLIGHTS (changing the bulbs)  
Cleaning the headlights  
As the headlights have plastic  
lenses, use a soft cloth or cotton  
wool.  
If this is not sufficient, use a soft  
cloth (or cotton wool) dampened  
with soapy water then rinse using a  
soft cloth or cotton wool.  
4
A
Carefully dry off using a soft, dry  
cloth.  
3
2
Alcohol based cleaning products  
must not be used under any  
circumstances.  
1
Main  
beam/dipped  
beam  
Front side light  
Turn bulb holder 1 a quarter turn to  
reach the bulb.  
headlights  
Remove the connector from the  
bulb 2.  
Bulb type: W 5 W.  
Take off the plastic cover A.  
As the headlights have  
plastic lenses, anti-UV  
H4 type bulbs approved  
by Renault's Technical  
Department must be used.  
(The headlight may be damaged  
if any other type of H4 bulb is  
used.)  
Release spring 3 and take out the  
bulb.  
Direction indicator  
Turn bulb holder 4 a quarter turn  
and remove the bulb.  
Type of halogen bulb: H4 anti U.V.  
(see box).  
Bulb type: orange pear shaped  
bulb, bayonet fitting, 21 W.  
Never touch the glass of a halogen  
bulb. Hold it by the base.  
We recommend you obtain an  
emergency kit including a box of  
spare bulbs.  
Once the bulb has been replaced,  
refit the cover A.  
5.11  
DUAL HEADLIGHTS (changing the bulbs)  
Cleaning the headlights  
As the headlights have plastic  
lenses, use a soft cloth or cotton  
wool.  
If this is not sufficient, use a soft  
cloth (or cotton wool) dampened  
with soapy water then rinse using a  
soft cloth or cotton wool.  
2
1
B
A
Carefully dry off using a soft, dry  
cloth.  
Alcohol based cleaning products  
must not be used under any  
circumstances.  
3
6 5  
4
Main  
beam/dipped  
beam  
Front side light  
Turn the bulb holder 5 a quarter of a  
turn to reach the bulb.  
headlights  
Remove plastic cover A or B by  
turning it a quarter of a turn.  
Type of bulb: W 5 W.  
Remove the bulb connector.  
As the headlights have  
plastic lenses, anti-UV  
H1 and H7 type bulbs  
approved by Renault's  
Technical Department must be  
used.  
(The headlight may be damaged  
if any other type of H1 and H7  
bulb is used.)  
Release spring 1 or 2 and take out  
the bulb.  
Direction indicator  
Turn the bulb holder 3 a quarter of a  
turn and remove the bulb.  
Type of halogen bulb: 6 H1  
4 H7  
anti U.V. (see box).  
Type of bulb: orange pear-shaped  
bulb, bayonet fitting 21 W.  
Never touch the glass of a halogen  
bulb. Hold it by the base.  
We recommend you obtain an  
emergency kit including a box of  
spare bulbs.  
Once the bulb has been replaced,  
make sure the plastic cover is  
refitted in the correct position.  
5.12  
HEADLIGHTS (adjusting and changing bulbs)  
Additional headlights  
If you wish to fit fog lights or long  
range headlights to your car, consult  
a Renault Dealer.  
Front fog lights  
Changing a bulb and adjusting the  
beam:  
Consult your Renault Dealer.  
Any operation on (or  
modification to) the  
electrical system must be  
performed by a Renault  
Dealer  
since  
incorrect  
connections might damage the  
electrical installations (harness,  
units and, in particular, the  
alternator). In addition, your  
Dealer has available all the parts  
necessary for fitting these units.  
5.13  
REAR LIGHTS - HATCHBACK VERSION (changing the bulbs)  
1
4
5
6
3
3
2
8
7
Remove screw 1 and cover 2.  
Unclip bulb holder 3 by pressing  
the two tabs.  
4 Fog light  
Pear-shaped bulb, bayonet type  
P21 W.  
5 Side light  
Bulb 5 W.  
6 Tail and stop light  
Pear-shaped bulb, bayonet type  
with two filaments P21/5 W.  
7 Direction indicator light  
Orange pear-shaped bulb, bayonet  
type P21 W.  
8 Reversing light  
Pear-shaped bulb, bayonet type  
P21 W.  
5.14  
REAR LIGHTS - SALOON VERSION (changing the bulbs)  
4
1
3
2
5
Direction indicator, tail lights  
and hazard warning lights  
Unclip tab  
1
in the luggage  
Unclip the bulb holder by pressing  
two tabs 3.  
4 Tail and stop light  
Pear-shaped bulb, bayonet type  
with two filaments P21/5W.  
compartment to release cover 2.  
5 Direction indicator light  
Orange pear-shaped bulb, bayonet  
type P21W.  
5.15  
REAR LIGHTS - SALOON VERSION (changing the bulbs)  
3
1
3
2
4
5
Fog light and reversing light  
Unclip tab  
1
in the luggage  
Unclip the bulb holder by pressing  
the two tabs 3.  
4 Reversing light  
Pear-shaped bulb, bayonet type  
P21W.  
compartment lid to release cover 2.  
5 Fog light  
Pear-shaped bulb, bayonet type  
P21W.  
5.16  
REAR LIGHTS - ESTATE VERSION (changing the bulbs)  
2
5
6
7
3
1
1
4
4
Remove screw 1, release the rear  
light unit 2 and lift it out towards  
the exterior.  
Disconnect wire 3 and unclip the  
bulb holder by pressing the tabs 4.  
5 Tail and stop lights  
Pear-shaped bulb, bayonet type  
with two filaments P 21/5 W.  
6 Direction indicator light  
Pear-shaped bulb, bayonet type  
P 21 W.  
7 Reversing light or fog light  
Pear-shaped bulb, bayonet type  
P 21 W.  
Proceed in reverse order to fit the  
rear light unit.  
5.17  
THIRD STOP LIGHT - HATCHBACK VERSION (changing the bulbs)  
1
2
2
3
3
Unclip cover  
1
in the tailgate,  
Remove the bulb holder by pressing  
applying pressure to the two  
tabs 3.  
points 2.  
Type of bulbs: W 5 W.  
5.18  
THIRD STOP LIGHT - SALOON VERSION (changing the bulbs) (continued)  
1
3
3
2
Unclip cover 1 in the passenger  
compartment by applying pressure  
to points 2 at each side of the cover.  
Unclip the bulb holders by pressing  
the two tabs 3.  
Type of bulbs: W 5 W.  
5.19  
THIRD STOP LIGHT - ESTATE VERSION (changing the bulbs) (continued)  
1
3
3
2
2
Unclip cover 1 by applying pressure  
to points 2 at each side of the cover.  
Unclip the bulb holder by pressing  
the two tabs 3.  
Type of bulbs: W 5 W.  
5.20  
REAR LIGHTS AND SIDE MOUNTED INDICATORS (changing the bulbs)  
3
3
1
2
5
4
Number plate light  
Hatchback and estate versions  
Unclip the light 1 by pressing tab 2.  
Number plate light  
Saloon version  
Use a tool such as a flat screwdriver  
to release the bulb holder 3.  
Side mounted indicators  
Unclip side mounted indicator 5  
(using  
a
tool such as  
a
flat  
screwdriver).  
Remove the light cover to gain  
access to the bulb.  
Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a  
turn and remove the bulb.  
Unclip lens 4 from the bulb holder  
to gain access to the bulb.  
Type of bulb: Double-ended tubular  
bulb 5 W.  
Type of bulb: W 5 W.  
Type of bulb: Double-ended tubular  
bulb 5 W.  
5.21  
INTERIOR LIGHTS (changing the bulbs)  
1
2
3
A
Interior light A  
Unclip cover 1 (using a tool such as  
a flat screwdriver)  
Release bulb 2 or 3.  
Type of bulb: W 7 W.  
5.22  
INTERIOR LIGHTS (changing the bulbs) (continued)  
6
4
5
7
B
Interior light B  
Unclip at notch 4 or 5 (using a tool  
such as a flat screwdriver).  
Turn bulb holder 6 or 7 a quarter of a  
turn.  
Type of bulb: W 5 W.  
5.23  
INTERIOR LIGHTS (changing the bulbs)  
9
8
Rear lights  
Glove box lamp  
Unclip light 8 to gain access to the  
bulb (using a tool such as a flat  
screwdriver).  
Unclip (using a tool such as a  
flat-bladed screwdriver) the light 9.  
Disconnect the light.  
Type of bulb: Bayonet type 5 W.  
Bulb type: double-ended tubular  
bulb 12V 5 W.  
5.24  
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTS (changing the bulb)  
3
2
1
4
Using  
a
tool such as  
a
flat  
Press tab 3 to release the bulb holder  
and gain access to the bulb 4.  
screwdriver, unclip light 1 or 2 by  
pressing the tabs at each side of the  
light.  
Type of bulb: Double-ended tubular  
bulb 7 W.  
Disconnect the light.  
5.25  
FUSES  
To identify the fuses, refer to label 4  
(shown on the page opposite).  
1
4
It is advisable not to use the free  
fuse locations.  
3
2
3
CORRECT INCORRECT  
Fuse box 1  
Use tweezers to remove the fuse 3.  
If an incident occurs in an electrical  
component, check first of all that  
the fuses are sound. Also make sure  
that the faulty component is  
To remove the fuse from the  
tweezers, slide the fuse to the side.  
Check the fuse in  
question and replace it,  
correctly connected. If  
a
short  
if necessary, with a fuse  
circuit occurs, unscrew one of the  
wing nuts on the battery posts to  
isolate the battery.  
which must be of the  
same rating as the original fuse.  
If a fuse is fitted where the rating  
is too high, it may cause the  
electrical circuit to overheat (risk  
of fire) in the event of an item of  
equipment using an excessive  
amount of current.  
Open the cover 2 (under the steering  
wheel).  
A wise precaution:  
Obtain a box of spare bulbs and  
fuses from your Renault Dealer.  
5.26  
FUSES (continued)  
Allocation of fuses (depending on the equipment level)  
Symbol  
Allocation  
Symbol  
Allocation  
Symbol  
Allocation  
Rear window demisting  
Radio/cigar  
lighter/instrument  
illumination/clock  
Sunroof  
Horn  
Electric windows  
Windscreen wiper  
Heated seats  
Anti-lock braking (ABS)  
Not used  
Left-hand side lights/  
“lights on” buzzer/  
instrument panel/  
number plate light  
Heating/air conditioning  
fan  
De-icing rear view mirrors  
Right-hand side lights  
Rear fog light  
Electric door  
locking/interior  
lights/luggage  
Engine cooling fan  
Headlight washer  
Right-hand main beam  
headlight  
compartment lighting  
Left-hand main beam  
headlight  
Front fog lights  
Right-hand dipped beam  
headlight/  
headlight beam adjustment  
Circuit breaker (clock,  
radio, etc.)  
Remote control/engine  
immobiliser  
Reversing lights/  
rear screen wiper/  
rear screen washer  
Left-hand dipped beam  
headlight  
Injection/engine  
immobiliser  
Stop lights/instrument  
panel/  
windscreen de-icing/ABS/  
rear electric window  
locking  
Air conditioning  
Dual headlights  
Flasher unit  
5.27  
BATTERY (breakdown)  
In the event of an incident  
Isolate the battery by unscrewing  
one of the terminals.  
To avoid all risk of sparks  
- Ensure the “accessories” are  
disconnected before disconnecting  
or reconnecting the battery.  
- When charging, stop the charger  
before connecting or disconnecting  
the battery.  
- Do not place metal objects on the  
battery to avoid creating a short  
circuit between the terminals.  
Take care when moving the  
battery as it contains  
sulphuric acid which must  
not come into contact with  
the eyes or skin. If it should, wash  
the affected area with plenty of  
cold water.  
Keep all flames, red-hot objects and  
sparks away from the battery as  
there is a risk of explosion.  
Take care when working in the  
engine compartment as the cooling  
fan may cut in at any time without  
warning if the engine is hot.  
5.28  
BATTERY: Breakdown (continued)  
Connecting a battery charger  
Both battery leads must be  
• When the external temperature  
drops (in winter), the charge  
declines. In winter, only use those  
electrical consumers which are  
really necessary.  
If your vehicle is to be left stationary  
disconnected (engine switched off).  
for  
a
relatively long time,  
disconnect the battery or have it  
recharged regularly, in particular  
Do not disconnect the battery when  
the engine is running. Follow the  
instructions for use given by the  
manufacturer of the battery charger  
you are using.  
during  
cold  
weather.  
The  
equipment with a memory, radio  
and trip computer will then have to  
be reprogrammed. The battery must  
be stored in a cool dry place,  
protected from frost.  
• Finally, you should understand  
that  
the  
charge  
decreases  
naturally as a result of certain  
permanent consumers such as:  
the clock, after sales accessories,  
etc.  
Only  
a
well-charged  
and  
well-maintained battery will have a  
long and useful life and enable you  
to start the car’s engine normally.  
When a large number of accessories  
are fitted to the vehicle, have them  
connected to + after ignition. In this  
case, it is advisable to have your  
vehicle fitted with a battery which  
has an increased nominal capacity.  
Consult your RENAULT Dealer.  
The battery must be kept clean and  
dry.  
Have the battery's charge status  
checked regularly:  
• especially if you use your vehicle  
for short journeys or for frequent  
driving in town.  
Specific procedures may  
be required to charge  
some batteries. Consult  
your Renault Dealer.  
Avoid all risk of sparks which  
may cause an immediate  
explosion and charge the battery  
in a well-ventilated area. Risk of  
serious injury.  
5.29  
BATTERY: breakdown (continued)  
Check that there is no contact  
between cables A and B and that  
cable A (+) is not touching any  
metal parts on the vehicle  
supplying the current.  
Starting the vehicle using the  
battery from another vehicle  
Proceed as follows when starting  
your vehicle from another vehicle’s  
battery:  
Obtain suitable jump leads (with a  
large cross section) from a Renault  
Dealer or, if you already have jump  
leads, ensure that they are in perfect  
condition.  
4
1
Start the engine as you would  
normally. As soon as it starts,  
B
disconnect cables  
A
and  
B
in  
A
reverse order (4-3-2-1).  
The two batteries must have an  
3
identical nominal voltage: 12 volts.  
The battery supplying the current  
should have a capacity (amp-hours,  
Ah) which is at least the same as  
that of the discharged battery.  
2
Secure the positive cable (+) A to  
the (+) terminal 1 of the discharged  
battery, then to (+) terminal 2 of the  
battery supplying the current.  
An iced-up battery must be thawed  
out before current is supplied to it.  
Ensure that there is no risk of  
contact between the two vehicles  
(risk of short circuiting when the  
positive terminals are connected)  
and that the discharged battery is  
properly connected.  
Secure the negative cable (–) B to  
the (–) terminal 3 of the battery  
supplying the current and then to  
the (–) terminal 4 of the discharged  
battery.  
Switch off your vehicle ignition.  
Start the engine of the vehicle  
supplying the current and run it at  
an average speed.  
5.30  
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL DOOR LOCKING: BATTERIES  
1
3
2
Replacing batteries  
Synchronising  
control  
After changing the batteries, it may  
be necessary to synchronise the  
remote control.  
the  
remote  
Remove screw 1, open the unit  
(using a coin, for example) and  
replace the battery 2 according to  
the direction marked on the cover.  
From inside the vehicle:  
Note: When replacing the battery, it  
is advisable not to touch the  
electronic circuit in the key cover.  
• Press the plip remote control for  
approximately 10 seconds until  
the battery indicator light  
extinguishes.  
3
The batteries can be obtained  
from your Renault Dealer.  
• Release the plip and then press it  
twice in succession.  
These batteries should last about  
two years. There is a delay of  
1 second between locking and  
unlocking actions.  
If this procedure is not successful,  
contact your Renault Dealer.  
5.31  
FITTING A RADIO  
2
1
Fitting a radio  
Tweeter speakers  
Unclip cover 1. Connections: aerial,  
+ and – feed, left and right speaker  
wires are at the rear. (These are  
connected to locations in the  
dashboard, the doors and to rear  
locations.)  
Unclip grille 2 using a tool such as a  
screwdriver to gain access to the  
speaker wires.  
• In all cases, follow the  
manufacturer’s fitting instructions  
carefully.  
• The  
specifications  
of  
the  
supports and wires (available as  
a Renault parts accessory) vary  
depending on equipment level of  
your vehicle and the type of  
radio.  
To find out their reference,  
consult your Renault Dealer.  
5.32  
FITTING A RADIO (continued)  
3
Woofer speakers in the doors  
Unclip grille  
3
at the points  
indicated by the arrows using a tool  
such as a flat screwdriver.  
Unscrew the four bolts then remove  
the protective card to reach the  
speaker wires.  
Rear tweeter and woofer  
speakers  
We would advise you to consult  
your Renault Dealer about the  
installation of speakers for the rear  
seats.  
5.33  
FITTING A RADIO (continued) / ACCESSORIES  
Using mobile phones and  
CB equipment  
Fitting  
after-market  
accessories  
Mobile phones and CB  
To ensure the correct  
operation of your car, and  
equipment with integrated  
aerials may cause interference to  
the original electronic systems  
fitted to the vehicle: it is advisable  
only to use equipment with an  
external aerial.  
to avoid any risk to your safety, we  
recommend  
that  
you  
use  
RENAULT approved accessories  
because they are suitable for your  
car and are the only accessories for  
which RENAULT will provide a  
warranty.  
Also, for your own safety, we  
would advise you always to take  
account of traffic conditions and  
not to use this type of equipment  
when you are driving.  
Electrical or electronic accessories  
• No work may be carried out on  
the electric circuit of the vehicle,  
except by Renault network  
engineers: if the system is  
connected incorrectly, it may  
result in damage being caused to  
the electrical installation and/or  
the units connected to it.  
• If the vehicle is retrofitted with  
any electrical equipment, make  
sure that the unit is correctly  
protected by a fuse. Ask for  
information on the rating and  
position of this fuse.  
5.34  
SCREEN WIPERS  
To refit  
1
2
To refit the wiper blade, proceed in  
reverse order to removal. Make sure  
the blade is correctly locked in  
position.  
3
4
B
7
5
6
A
Replacing windscreen wiper  
blades 1  
Rear screen wiper blade  
• Lift the wiper arm 6.  
• Lift the windscreen wiper arm 3.  
• Press tab 5 and slide the wiper  
blade towards you until hook 7 of  
the wiper arm is released.  
• Move the blade into a horizontal  
position.  
• In frosty weather, make  
sure the wiper blades  
are not stuck by ice  
• Press tab 2 and slide the wiper  
blade downwards until hook 4 on  
the wiper arm is released.  
To refit  
Proceed in reverse order to removal.  
Ensure that tab  
5
is correctly  
(risk  
of  
motor  
• Remove blade in direction of  
arrow (A) and fit new blade in  
direction of arrow (B).  
clipped into position.  
overheating).  
• Change the wiper blades as  
soon as they become less  
efficient (approximately once  
a year).  
5.35  
TOWING (breakdown)  
2
1
4
2
3
The steering wheel must be  
unlocked and the ignition key must  
be in position “M” (ignition “on”) to  
provide stop lights and direction  
indicators on the towed car. The  
towed vehicle lights must be  
switched on at night.  
Only use the front 1 and rear 3 or 4  
towing points (never use the drive  
shafts). These towing points may  
only be used for traction: never use  
them for lifting the vehicle directly  
or indirectly.  
Rear towing point 3  
Hatchback version  
Screw in the towing ring 2 (found in  
the tools unit) as far as it will go.  
Rear towing point 4  
Saloon and estate versions  
You must observe the towing  
regulations which apply in the  
country in which you are driving:  
do not exceed the towing weight for  
your vehicle. Consult your Renault  
Dealer.  
Front towing point 1  
Screw in the towing ring 2 (found in  
the tools unit) as far as it will go.  
5.36  
TOWING (breakdown) (continued)  
Towing  
a
vehicle  
with  
automatic transmission: special  
A
points  
Engine  
switched  
is  
off:  
no  
the  
longer  
transmission  
lubricated. It is preferable to tow  
this type of vehicle on a trailer or  
tow it with the front wheels off the  
ground.  
B
C
Exceptional circumstances  
You may tow the vehicle with all  
four wheels on the ground using the  
towing point under the following  
conditions: Maximum speed 25  
mph (40 km/h) for a maximum  
distance of 30 miles (50 km).  
The selector lever must be in  
neutral (position N).  
If the lever becomes jammed in P  
position, even though you are  
pressing down the brake pedal, the  
lever can be released manually. To  
do this, unclip cover B. Press on  
both the raised part C and button A  
at the same time to move the lever  
from position P.  
5.37  
TOWING (attachments)  
A
A
Permissible nose weight when  
towing  
a
trailer, max. towing  
weight, braked and unbraked:  
Refer to the information on Weights  
in section 6.  
Refer to the manufacturer's  
instructions for information on  
how to fit and operate the towing  
attachment.  
Note:  
Please  
keep  
these  
instructions with the rest of the  
vehicle documentation.  
Hatchback version  
Saloon and estate versions  
A: 793 mm  
A: 1065 mm  
5.38  
SYSTEM FOR CUTTING OFF THE FUEL SUPPLY IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE IMPACT  
Your vehicle may be equipped with  
a system for cutting off the fuel  
supply in the event of a severe  
impact.  
This system is planned to disable  
and thus isolate the fuel supply  
system if a severe impact occurs.  
1
Enabling the system  
If the conditions for restarting the  
fuel supply system are met (see  
box), it is only necessary to press  
button 1 to enable the system.  
Following an impact, the system  
can be enabled but only after it  
has been inspected by a qualified  
person from the Renault network  
who must ensure that:  
• the vehicle can be driven;  
• there is no smell of fuel;  
• and that the fuel system is not  
leaking.  
5.39  
OPERATING INCIDENTS  
Your car should not be affected by incidents likely to keep it off the road for long if you have followed the Renault  
Servicing Programme regularly.  
The following hints will enable you to get going again quickly, albeit temporarily. For reasons of safety you should  
always consult a Renault Dealer as soon as you can.  
When starter is activated  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• There is no response, the warning  
lights fail to illuminate and the starter  
does not turn.  
Battery  
lead  
disconnected  
or  
Check battery terminals: scrape clean  
if oxidised and re-tighten.  
terminals oxidised.  
Battery discharged.  
Connect another battery to the faulty  
battery.  
Battery unserviceable.  
Change battery.  
• Warning light bulbs go dim and  
starter turns very slowly.  
Battery terminals not tight.  
Terminals oxidised.  
Check battery terminals: scrape clean  
if oxidised and re-tighten.  
Battery discharged.  
Connect another battery to the faulty  
battery.  
• The engine is difficult to start in  
damp weather or after washing.  
Poor ignition, ignition system damp.  
Dry spark plug leads and ignition coil.  
Let the engine cool down.  
• The engine is difficult to start when  
hot.  
Faulty carburation (bubbles of  
vaporised fuel in circuit).  
Poor compression.  
Consult a Renault Dealer.  
5.40  
OPERATING INCIDENTS (continued)  
When starter is activated  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• The engine fires once or twice then  
dies. It is difficult to start when cold.  
Engine immobiliser active.  
See “engine immobiliser” section.  
See “starting engine” section.  
Starting procedure incorrect  
or  
Poor fuel supply or ignition fault.  
If the vehicle will not start, do not  
keep trying to start it.  
Consult a Renault Dealer.  
System for cutting off fuel supply  
activated if vehicle has been subjected  
to severe impact.  
Consult  
a
Renault Dealer (see  
information on fuel cut-off system in  
section 5)  
• Vibrations  
Incorrect tyre pressures, incorrectly  
balanced or damaged.  
Check tyre inflation pressures. If this  
is not the problem, have them checked  
by a Renault Dealer.  
• Coolant boiling in expansion bottle.  
Mechanical defect: cylinder head  
gasket blown, faulty water pump.  
Stop the engine.  
Consult a Renault Dealer.  
Engine cooling fan not working.  
Check appropriate fuse, otherwise  
consult a Renault Dealer.  
5.41  
OPERATING INCIDENTS (continued)  
On the open road  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• Abnormal white smoke from the  
exhaust.  
Mechanical defect: cylinder head  
gasket blown.  
Stop the engine.  
Consult a Renault Dealer.  
• Smoke under the bonnet.  
Short circuit.  
Stop, turn the ignition off, disconnect  
the battery.  
Coolant circuit fault.  
Consult a Renault Dealer.  
• The oil pressure warning light  
illuminates:  
- when cornering or braking.  
- on idling  
Oil level too low.  
Oil pressure too low.  
Loss of oil pressure.  
Top up the oil.  
Consult the nearest Renault Dealer.  
Stop: call for assistance from Renault  
Dealer.  
- is slow to extinguish or remains  
illuminated on acceleration.  
• Engine loses power.  
Clogged air filter.  
Change element.  
Fuel supply faulty.  
Check fuel level.  
Faulty spark plugs, incorrectly set.  
Consult a Renault Dealer.  
• Idling unsteady or engine stalls.  
Lack of compression (spark plugs,  
ignition, air leak).  
Consult a Renault Dealer.  
5.42  
OPERATING INCIDENTS (continued)  
On the open road  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• Steering becomes hard to turn.  
Belt broken.  
Have the belt replaced.  
Lack of oil in pump.  
Top up the oil (see maintenance  
section).  
If the problem persists, consult a  
Renault Dealer.  
• The engine overheats. The coolant  
temperature warning light illuminates  
(or the gauge needle moves into the  
red zone).  
Water pump: belt stretched or broken.  
Faulty engine cooling fan.  
Stop the vehicle and switch off the  
engine. Consult a Renault Dealer.  
Coolant leaks  
Check the condition of hoses and  
clips.  
Check the expansion bottle: it should  
contain coolant. If it does not, top it  
up (having let it cool down). Take care  
not to scald yourself. This action is  
only temporary: consult your Renault  
Dealer as soon as possible.  
Radiator: Never fill a hot radiator with cold coolant if a considerable quantity has been lost. After any operation  
on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling system, it must be refilled with a new  
mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved by Renault's Technical  
Department may be used for this purpose.  
5.43  
OPERATING INCIDENTS (continued)  
Electrical equipment  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• Wipers not operating.  
Wiper blades stuck.  
Fuse blown (intermittent, park).  
Motor faulty.  
Free blades before use.  
Replace fuse.  
Consult a Renault Dealer.  
•
Direction indicators flash more  
- Bulb blown.  
Replace the bulb.  
quickly.  
• Direction indicators On one side:  
not flashing.  
- Bulb blown.  
Replace bulb.  
- Feed wire disconnected or connector  
out of position.  
Reconnect wire.  
- Faulty earth connection.  
Find earth wire and remake a good  
clean wire-to-earth connection.  
On both sides:  
- Fuse blown.  
Replace fuse.  
- Flasher unit defective.  
Replace: consult a Renault Dealer.  
5.44  
OPERATING INCIDENTS (continued)  
Electrical equipment  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• Headlights  
not working.  
One:  
- Bulb blown.  
Replace bulb.  
- Wire disconnected or connector out  
of position.  
Check and reconnect wire or  
connector.  
- Faulty earth connection.  
See above.  
Both:  
- If the circuit is fused:  
Check fuse and change if necessary.  
• Traces of condensation in the lights.  
This is not a defect. The presence of  
traces of condensation in lights is a  
natural phenomenon linked to the  
variations in temperature.  
These traces will disappear rapidly  
once the lights are switched on.  
5.45  
5.46  

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