Get Getting to know your vehicle Guide for Renault Megane SUV Second Generation (2003-2008)

Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle

RENAULT Card: general information, use, deadlocking .................................................................. 1.02 ➟ 1.08

Doors ..................................................................................................................................................... 1.09 ➟ 1.13

RENAULT Anti-intruder Device (RAID) ......................................................................................................... 1.14

Engine immobiliser system ................................................................................................................... 1.15 - 1.16

Headrests - Seats .................................................................................................................................. 1.17 ➟ 1.20

Seat belts ............................................................................................................................................... 1.21 ➟ 1.24

Additional methods of restraint ........................................................................................................ 1.25 ➟ 1.31

in addition to the front seat belts .............................................................. 1.25 ➟ 1.28

in addition to the rear seat belts ............................................................................ 1.29

lateral ........................................................................................................................ 1.30

Child safety ........................................................................................................................................... 1.32 ➟ 1.42

Time and external temperature ....................................................................................................................... 1.43

Driver’s position ................................................................................................................................... 1.44 ➟ 1.47

Instrument panel .................................................................................................................................. 1.48 ➟ 1.71

Trip computer and warning system ............................................................................................... 1.60 ➟ 1.71

Steering wheel .................................................................................................................................................. 1.72

Rear-view mirrors .................................................................................................................................. 1.73 - 1.74

Audible and visual warnings .......................................................................................................................... 1.75

Lighting and exterior signals .............................................................................................................. 1.76 ➟ 1.78

Headlight beam adjustment ............................................................................................................................. 1.79

Screen wash/wipe .................................................................................................................................. 1.80 - 1.82

Fuel tank (filling with fuel) .................................................................................................................. 1.83 - 1.84

1.01

RENAULT CARD: general information

The RENAULT Card is used for:

- locking/unlocking the doors and

luggage compartment (doors,

luggage compartment) and the fuel

filler flap (refer to the following

pages);

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Advice

2

Do not keep your RENAULT Card

where it could be bent or damaged

accidentally, such as in a back

pocket where you might sit on it.

- the automatic closure of electric

windows and the sunroof, refer to

the information on Electric

windows with automatic closing

3

in Section

vehicle);

3

(depending on

4

- starting the engine, see “Starting

the engine” in Section 2.

Battery life

RENAULT Card

It is powered by a battery which

must be replaced when the message

“Replace card battery” appears on

the instrument panel (refer to

“RENAULT Card: batteries” in

Section 5).

1 - Unlocking all doors and the

luggage compartment.

Driver's responsibility

2 - Locking all doors and luggage

Never leave a child (or

compartment.

animal) alone in the vehicle

with the RENAULT Card

3 - Locking/Unlocking the luggage

inside. They might start the engine

or operate electrical equipment

such as the electric windows and

there is a risk that they may trap

part of their body (neck, arms,

hands, etc.). Risk of serious injury.

compartment.

4 - Integrated security key.

Range of the RENAULT Card

This varies according to the

environment. It is therefore

important to take care when

handling the RENAULT Card that

you do not lock or unlock the doors

by inadvertently pressing the

buttons.

1.02

RENAULT Card: general information (continued)

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Replacement,

need

for

an

5

additional RENAULT Card

A new RENAULT Card may be

obtained from your Dealer in the

event of loss.

4

If a RENAULT Card is replaced, it

will be necessary to take the

vehicle and all its RENAULT Cards

to your RENAULT Dealer to

initialise the system.

Integrated security key 4

or separate security key 5

(depending on vehicle)

It is only used in exceptional

circumstances, it locks or unlocks

the left-hand side door if the

RENAULT Card does not work:

You can use up to four RENAULT

Cards per vehicle.

For instructions on how to use the

emergency key, see “Locking

unlocking the doors”.

/

Faulty RENAULT Card.

Once you have entered the vehicle

with the help of the emergency key,

insert the RENAULT Card in the

card reader in order to be able to

start the engine.

Make sure the battery is always in

good condition; it has a service life

of approximately two years.

- vehicle located in

a

high

electromagnetic radiation zone;

- use of devices using the same

frequency as the card;

- wear on the RENAULT Card

battery, flat battery, etc.

See “RENAULT Card: batteries” in

Section 5.

1.03

REMOTE CONTROL RENAULT CARD: use

Locking the doors

Press the locking button 2.

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The side repeaters and hazard

warning lights flash twice to

indicate that the doors have been

locked:

2

- if

a

door or the luggage

compartment is open or not

properly shut, or if a RENAULT

Card is still in the reader, the doors

and luggage compartment quickly

lock then unlock and the hazard

warning lights and side repeaters

do not flash.

3

Unlocking/locking the luggage

compartment only

Press the button 3 to unlock or lock

the luggage compartment.

Unlocking the doors

Press the unlocking button 1.

Unlocking is indicated by one flash

of the hazard warning lights and the

side repeaters.

The hazard warning lights and side

repeaters flash once to indicate

unlocking if the vehicle doors are

locked.

Special notes (for some countries):

- only the driver's door is opened by

pressing button 1 once,

- the other doors can be opened by

pressing button 1 twice.

The hazard warning lights and side

repeaters flash twice to indicate that

the tailgate is locked if the vehicle

doors are locked.

1.04

RENAULT CARD IN HANDS-FREE MODE: use

2

3

1

Hands-Free RENAULT Card

Unlocking the doors and boot

In addition to the RENAULT Card

Approach your vehicle carrying

remote control functions, certain

your RENAULT Card.

models are equipped with

a

As soon as you place your hand

behind a door handle 2 or you press

luggage compartment button 3, the

vehicle unlocks (if the vehicle has

not been unlocked for at least three

days it will be necessary to pull on

the handle twice).

hands-free RENAULT Card. This

enables:

- the doors, boot and the fuel filler

flap to be unlocked/locked if the

card is within access range 1;

- the engine to be started when the

card is in the passenger

compartment (refer to “Starting

the engine” in Section 2).

Unlocking is indicated by one flash

of the hazard warning lights and the

side repeaters.

Never leave your vehicle

with the RENAULT Card

inside.

1.05

RENAULT CARD IN HANDS-FREE MODE: use (continued)

If you wish to confirm locking after

using the RENAULT Card or the

buttons on the handles, you have

approximately three seconds to try

the door handles without them

unlocking.

2

Then the hands-free mode is active

again, and any movement of the

handle will unlock the doors.

4

5

Locking the doors and luggage

compartment

Holding the RENAULT Card and

with the doors and luggage

compartment closed, press button 4

on one of the handles 2 or button 5

on the luggage compartment lid.

Driver's responsibility

If

a

door or the luggage

Never leave a child (or

compartment is open or not

properly shut, or if a RENAULT

Card is inserted in the reader, the

doors and tailgate quickly lock then

unlock and the hazard warning

lights and side repeaters do not

flash.

animal) alone in the

vehicle

with

the

RENAULT Card inside. They

might start the engine or operate

electrical equipment (electric

windows) and there is a risk that

they may trap part of their body

(neck, arms, hands, etc.). Risk of

serious injury.

The side repeaters and hazard

warning lights flash twice to

indicate that the doors have been

locked.

Note: the RENAULT Card must be

within the range of the vehicle for

locking to be possible using the

buttons.

1.06

DEADLOCKING

To activate deadlocking

Vehicle

fitted

with

electric

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windows on the rear doors

- press button 1 twice in quick

succession.

1

- or press the exterior door handle

buttons

or

the

luggage

compartment logo twice in quick

succession.

Vehicle fitted with manual window

controls on the rear doors

Before leaving the vehicle, press the

2

lower part of switch

2

(the

integrated indicator light comes on).

Press the top part of the switch to

unlock the doors.

Deadlocking the doors and luggage

compartment (for some countries)

In all cases

The hazard warning lights flash five

times to indicate locking.

This allows you to lock the doors

and luggage compartment and to

prevent the doors from being

opened with the interior handles

(by breaking the window and then

trying to open the doors from the

inside).

Note: this function can be activated

by pressing the door handle buttons

located on the same side twice in

quick

succession

left-hand

(example:

side or

front/rear

front/rear right-hand side).

Never use deadlocking if

someone is still inside the

vehicle.

1.07

RENAULT CARD USED IN RESTRICTED MODE

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2

4

3

Using the RENAULT card in

restricted mode (depending on

the vehicle)

In certain situations (vehicle in the

care of a third party, e.g. parking

attendant, mechanic agent, etc.) you

may wish to restrict operation of the

RENAULT card.

When the RENAULT card is in

restricted use mode, the only

actions permitted are unlocking the

driver's door and starting the

vehicle (the passenger side and

tailgate remain locked).

Interior locking

/

unlocking

control 4 is deactivated while the

vehicle is used with the RENAULT

card in restricted mode.

Have both cards at hand. Insert a

card into reader

3

then press

To cancel restricted mode, start the

vehicle using the RENAULT card in

non-restricted mode.

buttons 1 and 2 on the second card

simultaneously. The vehicle locks,

then the driver's door unlocks.

Only one RENAULT card may

restricted at any one time.

While one RENAULT card is being

used in restricted mode, the second

card remains fully operational.

When the RENAULT card is

inserted in the reader, restricted use

mode becomes operational.

1.08

OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS

Card reminder buzzer

A beep will let you know if you

have left the card in the reader when

you open the driver's door, and the

message “Remove card” will appear

on the instrument panel.

2

1

Special note

The lights and accessories operating

when the engine is switched off

(radio, air conditioning, etc.) will

continue to function.

They will stop when the driver's

door is opened.

Door / luggage compartment

open reminder

Opening the doors from the

outside

Opening the doors from the

inside

If a door or the tailgate is open or not

properly closed, the message “door

open” or “luggage compartment

open” (depending on which is

open) will appear on the instrument

panel along with a warning light as

soon as the vehicle reaches a speed

of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

Once the doors have been unlocked

or with the hands-free RENAULT

Card on your person, pull handle 1

towards you to open the door.

Pull handle 2.

Lights on warning buzzer

A warning buzzer will sound when

a door is opened if you have left the

lights switched on after switching

off the ignition.

1.09

OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS (continued)

Safety of rear occupants

The driver can inhibit

operation of the rear

electric windows and doors

by pressing switch 3 on the side

with the icon.

4

3

Child safety

Vehicles fitted with switch 3 with

integrated indicator light

Press switch 3 to lock the rear doors

and prevent operation of the rear

electric windows.

Other cases

Driver's responsibility

Press switch 4 and check from the

inside that the doors are securely

locked, to prevent the rear doors

being opened from inside.

Never leave your vehicle without

removing the RENAULT Card from

inside and never leave a child (or a

pet) unsupervised. With the key in

the ignition it would be possible to

operate the electric windows and

there is a risk that the child may be

seriously injured (by trapping his

or her neck, arm, hand, etc.). If

something gets trapped, reverse the

direction of travel as soon as

possible by pressing the relevant

switch.

The indicator light built into the

switch lights up to confirm that the

doors are locked.

If there is a fault, you will

hear

a

beep and the

integrated indicator light

will not light up.

1.10

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS

Locking/unlocking the doors

from outside

This is done using the RENAULT

Card; see “RENAULT Cards” in

Section 1.

In some instances, the RENAULT

Card may not work:

A

- vehicle located in

a

high

1

electromagnetic radiation zone;

- other equipment is operating on

the same frequency as the Card

(mobile phone, etc.);

2

- wear on the RENAULT Card

battery, discharged battery, etc.

It is possible:

Use of the integral emergency

- to use the security key (integrated

into the card or separate,

depending on the vehicle) for the

driver's door;

key 2

Remove cover A at notch 1 (using the

end of the emergency key).

Insert the key 2 into the lock and lock

or unlock the door.

- to manually lock each of the doors;

- to use the interior locking

/

unlocking door control refer to

“Interior locking/unlocking door

control” in Section 1.

1.11

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS (continued)

4

3

Using the separate security

Manual door locking

Turn the screw 4 with the door open

(using a tool such as a flat-head

screwdriver) and close the door.

key 3 (depending on vehicle)

Insert key 3 into the lock of the

left-hand door and lock or unlock

the door.

This is then locked from the

outside.

The door can only be opened from

the inside of the vehicle.

1.12

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS (continued)

Locking the doors and luggage

Door and tailgate status

indicator light

When the ignition is switched on,

the integrated indicator light tells

you whether or not the doors and

tailgate are locked:

compartment

without

the

RENAULT Card

With the engine stopped and a front

door open, press switch 5 for more

than five seconds.

- indicator light on, the doors and

luggage compartment are locked;

When the door is closed all the

doors and luggage compartment

will be locked.

- indicator light off, the doors and

luggage

unlocked.

compartment

are

It will only be possible to unlock the

vehicle from outside using the

RENAULT Card.

5

When you lock the doors, the

indicator light remains lit for

approximately one minute then

goes out.

Interior locking / unlocking

switch

The switch 5 controls the doors, the

luggage compartment and the fuel

filler flap simultaneously.

If a door or the tailgate is open or not

properly closed, the doors and

luggage compartment lock/unlock

quickly.

If you decide to keep the

doors locked when you

If transporting an object with a

door/tailgate open: with the engine

stopped, press the switch 5 for more

than five seconds to lock the other

doors and luggage compartment.

are driving, remember

that it may be more

Never leave your vehicle

with the RENAULT Card

inside.

difficult for those assisting you

to gain access to your vehicle in

the event of an emergency.

1.13

RAID FUNCTION (RENAULT anti-intruder device)

You can decide to activate this

function if you wish.

Faults

If you notice a fault (automatic

locking not working, indicator light

incorporated into button 1 does not

light up when the doors are locked,

etc.), first check that that all the

doors and the tailgate are properly

closed. If they are closed correctly,

contact your RENAULT Dealer.

To activate

With the ignition on, press central

door locking button

1

for

approximately five seconds, until

you hear two beeps.

To deactivate

With the ignition on, press central

1

door locking button

1

for

approximately five seconds, until

you hear a beep.

Operating principle

When the vehicle moves off, the

system

locks

the

doors

automatically as soon as you reach a

speed of 6 mph (10 km/h).

The door is unlocked:

- by pressing door unlocking

button 1.

- by opening a front door (vehicle

stationary).

If you decide to keep the

doors locked when you

are driving, remember

Note: If a door is opened, it will

automatically be locked again

when the vehicle reaches a speed

of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

that it may be more

difficult for those assisting you

to gain access to your vehicle in

the event of an emergency.

1.14

ENGINE IMMOBILISER

This prevents the vehicle being

driven by anyone not in possession

of the vehicle's RENAULT Card.

The vehicle is automatically

protected a few seconds after the

engine is switched off.

1

Operating principle

Indicator lights

When the engine is started,

indicator light 1 comes on for a few

seconds and then goes out (refer to

“Starting the engine” in Section 2).

Vehicle protection indicator light

After the ignition has been switched

off, the indicator light 1 will flash

and the vehicle is protected.

If the code is not recognised, the

card reader flashes rapidly and the

vehicle cannot be started.

Any unauthorised work

carried out on the engine

immobiliser (computers,

wiring, etc.) could be

dangerous. It must be carried out

by trained RENAULT network

personnel.

1.15

ENGINE IMMOBILISER (continued)

1

2

Operating fault indicator light

If the RENAULT Card is faulty (card

reader flashes rapidly), use the

second RENAULT Card (supplied

with the vehicle) if possible.

If the warning light continues to

flash or stays on permanently

following an attempt to start the

engine, this indicates an operating

fault in the system.

In this event, it is essential to

contact a RENAULT Dealer who

alone is qualified to repair the

engine immobiliser system.

If the hands-hree RENAULT Card is

affected by interference or not

recognised, insert it into the card

reader 2.

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FRONT HEADREST

A

2

1

Headrests with tab 1:

To fit the headrest

Slide it upwards to the required

height.

To remove the headrest

Press button 2 and lift the headrest

to release it.

To refit the headrest

Insert the headrest rods into the

sleeves, with the notches facing the

front.

To lower the headrest

Press tab 1 and lower the headrest to

the required height.

The headrest is important

for safety. Ensure that it is

in place and in the correct

position. The distance

between your head and the

headrest should be as small as

possible. The top of your head

should be in line with the top of the

headrest.

Move tab 1 forwards and lower the

headrest to the required height.

To adjust the angle of the headrest

Depending on the vehicle, move

section A of the headrest forwards

or backwards until it feels

comfortable.

1.17

REAR HEADREST

1

Position for use

Storage position

Raise the headrest to the maximum

and then, with the headrest pulled

towards you, lower it until it locks.

Press tab 3 and lower the headrest

completely.

The fully-lowered position of the

headrest is a storage position: it

should not be used when the seat is

occupied.

The headrest does not lower fully.

To do this, press tab 1 and push the

headrest simultaneously.

To remove the headrest

Press tab 1, then remove the

headrest.

The head rest is important

for safety. Ensure that it is

in place and in the correct

position.

To refit the headrest

Insert the rods into the sleeves,

press tab 1 and lower the headrest.

1.18

FRONT SEATS

4

1

2

3

To move forwards or backwards

To adjust the lumbar support of the

To

maintain

the

driver’s seat

Lift handle 3 on the door side to

unlock. Release the handle at the

desired position and make sure that

it is locked.

effectiveness of the seat

belts, we advise you to

wear the seat belt flat over

Adjust the wheel 4.

your shoulder.

To tilt the seatback

Make sure the seatback is locked in

place correctly.

Lift the lever on the centre console

side 1 and tilt the seatback to the

desired angle.

Nothing should be placed on the

floor (area in front of driver) as

such objects may slide under the

pedal during braking manoeuvres,

thus obstructing its use.

To adjust the height of the driver’s

seat:

Move the lever 2 as many times as

necessary:

- upwards to raise the seat;

- downwards to lower the seat.

For safety reasons, only

adjust the seats when the

vehicle is stationary.

1.19

FRONT SEATS (continued)

5

6

Access to the rear seats

(three-door versions)

Lift lever 5 and slide the seat

forwards.

Heated seats

With the ignition on, press switch 6

for the required seat. A message

appears on the instrument panel or

a warning light integrated in the

switch comes on.

To return the seat to its original

position (stored position) on the

driver's side, slide the seat

backwards until it locks.

1.20

SEAT BELTS

Always wear your seat belt when

travelling in your vehicle. You must

also comply with the local

legislation of the particular country

you are in.

Adjusting your driving position

• Sit well back in your seat (having

removed your coat or jacket). This

is essential to ensure your back is

positioned correctly.

Before driving off:

- First ensure that your driving

position is correct,

- Then adjust your seat belt to

provide maximum protection.

• Adjust the distance between the

seat and the pedals. Your seat

should be as far back as possible

while still allowing you to

depress the clutch pedal fully.

The seatback should be adjusted

so that your arms are slightly bent

when you hold the steering

wheel.

1

2

• Adjust the position of your

headrest. For safety reasons, the

top of your head should be in line

with the top of the headrest.

Adjusting the seat belts

Sit with your back firmly against the

seatback.

The shoulder strap 1 should be as

close to the base of your neck as

possible but not on it.

Incorrectly adjusted seat

belts may cause injuries

in the event of an

accident.

• Adjusting the height of the seat.

This adjustment allows you to

select the seat position which

offers you the best possible view.

The lap strap 2 should be worn flat

over your thighs and against your

pelvis.

Even pregnant women should

wear a seat belt. In this instance,

ensure that the lap belt is not

exerting too much pressure on

the abdomen but do not allow

any slack.

• Adjusting the position of the

steering wheel.

The belt should be worn so that it is

as close to your body as possible, i.e.

avoid wearing heavy clothing or

keeping bulky objects under the

belts.

1.21

SEAT BELTS (continued)

Fastening (continued)

If your belt becomes completely

jammed:

- pull the belt slowly but firmly so

that just over an inch (3 cm)

unwinds;

- then allow the belt to rewind

automatically;

1

3

- unwind it again;

- if the fault persists, contact your

RENAULT Dealer.

4

5

6

Unlocking

Press button 5 on buckle 6 and the

seat belt will be rewound by the seat

belt inertia reel.

Adjusting the height of the seat

belt

Press button 3 to select the seat belt

adjustment height so that shoulder

strap 1 is worn as above:

- to lower the seat belt, push

control 3 and lower the seat belt

simultaneously,

Fastening

Unwind the belt slowly and

smoothly and ensure that tongue 4

locks into buckle 6 (check that it is

locked by pulling on tongue 4). If

the belt jams before it is latched,

allow it to return before attempting

to unwind it again.

Guide the buckle to help the

operation.

- to raise the seat belt, push

control 3 upwards.

Make sure that the seat belt is

locked in position correctly after

you have adjusted it.

1.22

REAR SEAT BELTS

Rear side and centre seat belts

The belts are locked, unlocked and

adjusted in the same way as the

front belts.

1

2

3

Rear centre belt

Unwind the belt slowly from its

housing 1.

Fasten sliding tongue

2

into

corresponding red buckle 3.

1.23

SEAT BELTS

The following information applies to both the vehicle's front and rear seat belts.

• No adjustments may be made to the original component parts of the restraint system (belts, seats and their

mountings).

For special applications (e.g. fitting child seats) contact your RENAULT Dealer.

• Do not use devices which give any slack in the belts (e.g. clothes pegs, clips, etc.): a seat belt which is worn too loosely

risks causing injury in the event of an accident.

• Never wear the shoulder strap under your arm or behind your back.

• Never use the same belt for more than one person and never hold a baby or child on your lap with your seat belt

around them.

• The belt should never be twisted.

• Seat belts should be replaced after a serious accident. Likewise, replace your seat belts as soon as they show any signs

of wear.

• When refitting the rear bench seat, take care that the seat belts are correctly positioned so that they can be used

properly.

• If necessary, readjust the position and tightness of the belt.

• Make sure that the tongue is inserted into the appropriate buckle.

1.24

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT TO THE FRONT SEAT BELT

These are:

ꢀ buckle pretensioners,

• Have the entire restraint

system checked following

an accident.

ꢀ lap

pretensioners

(5-door

version only),

ꢀ chest force limiters,

• No operation whatsoever is

permitted on any part of the

system (pretensioners, airbags,

computers, wiring) and the

system components must not be

reused on any other vehicle, even

if identical.

ꢀ front passenger and driver's

airbags,

ꢀ anti-submarining airbags (3-door

version only).

These systems are designed to act

independently or together when the

vehicle is subjected to a frontal

impact.

• To avoid premature triggering of

the system which may cause

injury, only qualified RENAULT

Network personnel may work on

the pretensioner and airbag

system.

2

1

Depending on the force of the impact

the system may activate:

- seat belt locking;

- the buckle pretensioner (which is

triggered to take up the seat belt

play);

- the lap belt pretensioner or the

anti-submarining airbag to keep the

occupant in their seat, the front low

volume front airbag and force

limiters;

Pretensioners

With the ignition switched on, if

there is a severe frontal impact and

depending on the severity of the

impact, the system may activate:

- the piston 1 which immediately

retracts the seat belt;

• Testing of the electric trigger

system may only be carried out by

a specially trained technician

using special equipment.

• When the vehicle is scrapped,

contact your RENAULT Dealer for

disposal of the pretensioner and

airbag gas generators.

- piston 2 on the front seats (5-door

version),

or

- the large volume front airbag.

- the anti-submarining airbag (3-door

version only).

The pretensioners hold the seat belt

against the occupant's body, holding

the occupant more securely against

the seat, thus increasing the seat

belt's efficiency.

1.25

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT TO THE FRONT SEAT BELT (continued)

Force limiter

Driver and passenger airbags

Above a certain severity of impact,

this mechanism is used to limit the

force of the belt against the body so

that it is at an acceptable level.

An airbag is fitted for both the driver

and the front passenger seats.

The presence of this equipment is

indicated by the word Airbag on the

steering wheel and the dashboard

(airbag zone A) and a label on the

base of the windscreen.

A

Each airbag system consists of:

- an airbag and gas generator fitted

to the steering wheel for the driver

and in the dashboard for the front

passenger;

- an intelligent computer for both

systems, which includes an

impact sensor and

a

monitor

controlling the electrical trigger

system for the gas generator;

- one single warning light

the instrument panel;

on

- an

advanced

front

sensor

The airbag system uses the

principles of pyrotechnics. This

explains why, when the airbag

inflates, it will generate heat,

produce smoke (this does not mean

that a fire is about to start) and

make a noise upon detonation. In a

situation where an airbag is

completes the system.

required,

it

will

inflate

immediately and this may cause

some minor, superficial grazing to

the skin.

1.26

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT TO THE FRONT SEAT BELT (continued)

1

Operation

This system is only operational

when the ignition is switched on.

Special feature of the front

airbag

Operating faults

Warning light 1 will light up on the

instrument panel when the ignition

is turned on and then go out after a

few seconds.

Depending on the severity of

impact, the front airbag has two

deployment volumes and an

integral ventilation system to

prevent burns from the exhaust

gases:

- “small volume” airbag, this is the

first stage of operation;

- “large volume” airbag, the airbag

seams rip so that a larger volume

of gas is released into the bag (for

the most severe impacts).

If a severe frontal impact occurs, the

airbags inflate rapidly, cushioning

the impact of the driver's head and

chest against the steering wheel and

the front passenger's head against

the dashboard. The airbags then

deflate immediately so that the

passengers are not impeded in any

way when leaving the vehicle.

If it does not light up when the

ignition is switched on, or comes on

when the engine is running, there is

a fault in the system.

Consult your RENAULT Dealer as

soon as possible. Your protection

will be reduced until this fault is

rectified.

1.27

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT TO THE FRONT SEAT BELT (continued)

All the following warnings are given so that the airbag is not obstructed in any way when it is inflated and also to prevent

the risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the airbag inflates.

Warnings concerning the driver’s airbag

• Do not modify the steering wheel or the cushion.

• Do not cover the steering wheel cushion.

• Do not attach any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the steering wheel cushion.

• The steering wheel must not be removed (except by qualified personnel from the RENAULT network).

• When driving, do not sit too close to the steering wheel. Sit with your arms slightly bent (see information on

“Adjusting your driving position” in Section 1). This will allow sufficient space for the airbag to inflate properly and

be fully effective.

Warnings concerning the passenger airbag

• Do not attach or glue any objects (pins, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the dashboard in the airbag zone.

• Nothing should be placed between the dashboard and the passenger (a pet, umbrella, walking stick, parcels, etc.).

• The passenger must not put his or her feet on the dashboard or seat as there is a risk that serious injuries may occur. As

a general rule, keep all parts of the body (knees, hands, head, etc.) well away from the dashboard.

• The passenger airbags should be reactivated as soon as the child seat is removed, to ensure the protection of the front

passenger in the event of an impact.

A REAR-FACING CHILD/BABY SEAT MUST NOT BE FITTED TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT UNLESS THE

ADDITIONAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, I.E. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG, ARE DEACTIVATED. (refer to “Deactivation

of front passenger airbags” in Section 1).

Warnings concerning the anti-submarining airbag

When triggered, the anti-submarining airbag could project objects left on the seat cushion with some force.

1.28

ADDITIONAL SYSTEMS TO THE REAR SEAT BELTS

Depending on the vehicle, they

Force limiter

• Have the entire restraint

system checked following

an accident.

comprise:

Above a certain severity of impact,

this mechanism is used to limit the

force of the belt against the body so

that it is at an acceptable level.

ꢀ Seat

belt

pretensioners

incorporated in the seat belt

inertia reels.

• No operation whatsoever is

permitted on any part of the

system (pretensioners, airbags,

computers, wiring) and the

system components must not be

reused on any other vehicle, even

if identical.

ꢀ Force limiter.

These systems are provided to act

independently or together when the

vehicle is subjected to a frontal

impact.

There are two scenarios, depending

on the force of the impact:

- protection is provided by the belt

only;

- the pretensioner is triggered to

take up the slack in the seat belt.

• To avoid premature triggering of

the system which may cause

injury, only qualified RENAULT

Network personnel may work on

the pretensioner and airbag

system.

• Testing of the electric trigger

Rear seat belt pretensioners

This system is only operational

when the ignition is switched on.

system may only be carried out by

a

specially trained technician

using special equipment.

If the vehicle is subjected to a severe

frontal impact, a device retracts the

seat belt, pulling the seat belt tight

against the occupant's body and

thereby improving its efficiency.

• When the vehicle is scrapped,

contact your RENAULT Dealer for

disposal of the pretensioner and

airbag gas generators.

1.29

SIDE RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

Side airbags

Curtain airbags

Warnings concerning the

side airbag

• Fitting seat covers: seats

These are airbags fitted to each front

seat, and the rear side seats in some

countries, which are triggered on

the side of the seat (door side) to

protect the passengers from severe

side impacts.

These are airbags fitted along the

top of the side of the vehicle and

which are triggered along the front

and rear side windows to protect

the passengers in the event of a

severe side impact.

equipped with an airbag

require

special

covers

specifically designed for your

vehicle. Contact your RENAULT

Dealer to find out if these covers

may

be

purchased

from

RENAULT outlets. The use of

any covers other than those

designed for your vehicle (and

including those designed for

another vehicle) may affect the

operation of the airbags and

reduce your protection.

• Do not place any accessories,

objects or even pets between the

seatback, the door and the

internal fittings. This may

prevent

the

airbag

from

operating correctly or cause

injury as the airbag is deployed.

• No work or modification

whatsoever may be carried out

on the internal fittings, except by

qualified RENAULT Network

personnel.

The sides of the front

seatbacks (door side) and

the gap between the rear

bench seatback and the

interior fittings form the trigger

zone for the airbag, so it is

forbidden to place any objects

there.

A marking on the windscreen

informs you of the presence of

additional means of restraint

(airbags, pretensioners, etc.) in

the passenger compartment.

1.30

ADDITIONAL METHODS OF RESTRAINT

All the warnings below are given so that, if the airbag is activated, it is not obstructed in any way and also to prevent the

risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the airbag inflates.

The airbag is designed to complement the action of the seat belt. The airbags and seat belts are integral parts of

the same protection system. It is therefore essential to wear the seat belt at all times. If seat belts are not worn, the

occupants of the vehicle are exposed to the risk of serious injury in the event of an accident. The risk of minor

superficial injuries occurring when the airbag is deployed may also increase, although such minor injuries are

always possible with airbags.

If the vehicle should overturn or in the event of a rear impact, however severe, the pretensioners and airbags are not

always triggered. These systems may, however, be triggered by impacts to the vehicle underbody, e.g. from pavements,

potholes, stones, etc.

• It is strictly forbidden to work on or modify any part of the airbag system (computer, wiring, etc.); such work must

only be undertaken by qualified RENAULT Network personnel.

• To ensure that the system is in good working order and to avoid accidental triggering of the system which may cause

injury, only qualified RENAULT Network personnel may work on the airbag system.

• As a safety precaution, have the airbag system checked if your vehicle has been involved in an accident, is stolen or

broken into.

• When selling or lending the vehicle, inform the user of these points and hand over this handbook with the vehicle.

• When scrapping your vehicle, contact your RENAULT Dealer for disposal of the gas generator(s).

1.31

CHILD SAFETY

In all countries there are regulations

governing the use of restraint

systems for children and babies.

In

accordance

with

safety

provide

legislation, the tables on the

Remember that

a

collision at

following pages

30 mph (50 km/h) is the same as

falling from a height of 10 metres. In

other words, transporting a child

without a restraint is the equivalent

of allowing him or her to play on a

third-floor balcony which does not

have any railings.

information about the types of child

seat which may be fitted to each of

the vehicle seats.

In Europe children under 10 years

of age⁽¹⁾must be seated in an

approved safety device which is

suitable for the weight and size of

the child.

Before installing a child seat in the

front seat (if fitting is permitted)

If the passenger seat is fitted with

one, carry out the following

adjustments:

The driver is responsible for

ensuring that this equipment is

used correctly.

- move the passenger seat as far

Child restraints for which type

approval was obtained after January

1992 offer a level of safety much

greater than for restraints with type

approval before that date.

back as possible,

- set the seatback to its fully upright

position,

- raise the seat base as far as

possible,

- raise the headrest to its highest

setting,

- move the seat belt height control

to the low position.

Under no circumstances

should babies or children

be allowed to travel sitting

on the lap of another

passenger in the vehicle.

It is therefore advisable to select a

child restraint that complies with

European regulation ECE 44.

Restraints that comply with this

legislation must be marked with an

orange label bearing the letter E

If a head-on impact occurs at

30 mph (50 km/h) a child weighing

30 kg will be transformed into a

missile equivalent to one tonne:

you will find it impossible to hold

the child, even if you yourself are

wearing a belt.

Refer to the Child safety equipment

followed by

a

number (which

booklet

available

from

the

stands for the country where it is

type approved) and the year in

which the type approval was

granted.

RENAULT Network to choose the

seat most suited to your child and

recommended for your vehicle.

It is particularly dangerous to put

the belt round your child when he

or she is sitting on your lap. Never

use the belt for more than one

person at the same time.

(1) You must always observe the laws of

the country in which you are

travelling. They may be different to

the guidelines in this handbook.

1.32

CHILD SAFETY (continued)

Seats suitable for installing a child seat

Age of the child

(weight of the child)

Front passenger

Rear side

seats

Rear centre

seat (2) (4)

seat

Birth to approximately 9 months

(weight below 13 kg)

U - I

U - I (3)

U (3)

U

From 9 months to approximately 3 years

(weight from 9 to 18 kg)

U - I

X

U (3)

From 3 to approximately 12 years (1)

(weight from 15 kg to 36 kg)

X : seat not suitable for fitting a child seat of this age range.

U : seat suitable for fitting a belt-fitted child seat classed as universal for this age range, check that it can be fitted.

I : seat equipped with anchorage points for mounting a seat for this age range using Isofix locks, only RENAULT seats are

approved.

(1) Above a height of 1.50 m or a weight of 36 kg, a child may be strapped directly into the seat like an adult.

(2) Only a rear-facing child seat may be installed in this seat;

(3) Place the back of the child seat against the vehicle seatback, adjust the headrest height or remove it if necessary.

(4) DANGER, RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY: CHECK THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG

HAS BEEN DEACTIVATED BEFORE INSTALLING A REAR-FACING CHILD SEAT IN THIS SEAT.

(refer to “Deactivation of front passenger airbags” in Section 1).

1.33

CHILD SAFETY (continued)

The right choice

The safety of your children is also

your responsibility.

To ensure that your child has the

maximum possible protection, we

recommend that you use seats

approved by the RENAULT

Network.

It is preferable to use an Isofix seat if

your vehicle is fitted with an Isofix

system (refer to “Isofix child seat

fitting system” in Section 1).

Restraint systems for all the

categories are available. These

systems have been developed in

consultation with the manufacturers

and have been tested in RENAULT

vehicles.

1

2

Category 0 and 0+ (from 0 to

13 kg)

Category 1 (from 9 to 18 kg)

Between the ages of 2 and 4, a child's

pelvis is not fully developed.

Restraints using the vehicle's

three-point belts are not adequate

and there is a risk that the child will

sustain abdominal injuries in the

event of a frontal impact. It is

therefore advisable to use rear-facing

seats (figure 1), bucket-type seats

(figure 2) or seats with harnesses.

A child's neck is very susceptible to

injury up to the age of two. In a

front-facing seat there is a risk that

the child will sustain neck injuries in

Contact your RENAULT Dealer and

ask him to help you install it.

the event of

a

frontal impact.

RENAULT therefore recommends a

rear-facing seat with a harness that

gives all-round protection (figure 1).

Place the headrest in the raised

position so you can press the child

seat seatback firmly against the

vehicle seatback.

To avoid any risk to your safety, we recommend that you use

RENAULT approved accessories because they are suitable for your

vehicle and are the only accessories for which RENAULT will

provide a warranty.

1.34

CHILD SAFETY (continued)

A

booster

seat

with

a

height-adjustable seatback and a

belt guide are recommended as this

will allow the belt to be worn as

close to the base of your neck as

possible but not on it.

Place the headrest in the raised

position to allow you to press the

seatback of the child seat firmly

against the vehicle seatback.

If a booster seat without a seatback

is used, the vehicle's headrest will

have to be adjusted to suit the

child's stature; the upper edge of the

headrest must be at the same height

as the top of the child's head and

should never be lower than in line

with the child's eyes.

3

Category 2 (15 to 25 kg) and

category 3 (22 to 36 kg)

To restrain the pelvis of children up

to 10 years of age, it is preferable to

use a three-point seat belt as well as

child seats. This is a booster seat

(figure 3) with belt guides to ensure

that the belt will be worn flat over

the child's thighs.

The standard classifies child

restraints in five categories:

Category 0: 0 to 10 kg

Category 0: 0 to 13 kg

Category 1: 9 to 18 kg

Category 2: 15 to 25 kg

Category 3: 22 to 36 kg

1.35

CHILD SAFETY (continued)

4

5

DANGER

Since front passenger airbag triggering and the position of a

rear-facing child seat are incompatible, it is not permitted to install

such a seat in this position unless the vehicle is fitted with an airbag

deactivation device. Refer to deactivating the front passenger airbag. The

child may suffer very serious injuries if the airbag inflates.

The label 4 (on the dashboard) and markings 5 (on the sun visors) remind

you of these instructions.

1.36

CHILD SAFETY (continued)

6

7

Deactivating the front passenger

airbags (if fitted)

To fit a rear-facing child seat on the

front passenger seat, it is essential to

deactivate the front passenger seat

additional restraint systems (front

To deactivate the airbags: switch

off the ignition, press and turn the

lock 6 to the OFF position.

With the ignition on, it is

imperative to check that the

AIRBAG OFF warning light 7 on

the instrument panel is lit.

and

side

airbags

and

the

lap

anti-

pretensioner)

submarining airbag.

This warning light remains

continuously lit to let you know

that you can fit a child seat

1.37

CHILD SAFETY (continued)

Operating faults

Activating the front passenger

airbag

It is forbidden to fit a rear-facing

child seat to the front passenger seat

if the airbag activation/deactivation

system is faulty.

You should reactivate the airbag as

soon as you remove the child seat

from the front passenger seat, to

ensure the protection of the front

passenger in the event of an impact.

We do not recommend fitting any

other kind of passenger seat device.

Contact your RENAULT Dealer as

soon as possible.

To reactivate the airbags: switch off

the ignition, press and turn lock 6 to

the ON position.

Switch the ignition back on, then

check that the AIRBAG OFF

warning light 7 is not lit. The means

of restraint which are additional to

the front passenger seat belt and

anti-submarining

activated.

airbag

are

The passenger airbag

must be activated or

deactivated with the

ignition off.

If it is handled with the ignition

on, the

and

warning

lights come on: the passenger

airbag is deactivated.

Switch the ignition off then on

again to reset the airbag in

accordance with the lock.

1.38

CHILD SAFETY (continued)

Isofix child seat mounting

Use of this device on the

front passenger seat is only

permitted if the passenger

system

To find out which seats are fitted

with this system, refer to the

information on “Seats suitable for

fitting child seats” at the beginning

of the information on “Child

safety”.

airbags

deactivated.

have

been

Refer to “Deactivation of front

passenger airbags”.

The system comprises:

• two anchoring rings located

between the base and the seatback

to secure the base of the child

seat,

• a ring located under the base to

secure the child seat seatback in

the rear-facing position,

• a ring behind the seatback to

secure the child seatback in the

front-facing position (rear seats

only),

• Make sure that there is

nothing obstructing the

seat mounting mechanism

at the anchorage points

(gravel, rags, toys, etc.).

• a special RENAULT child seat

fitted with two locks that hook

onto the two rings and a belt to

attach the child seat seatback.

• Always remember to fasten the

seat belts on child seats for all

journeys.

Only special RENAULT seats are

approved for this vehicle. To

purchase these seats, please

contact your RENAULT Dealer.

These seats can also be installed in

other vehicles using a three-point

seat belt.

1.39

CHILD SAFETY (continued)

Installation

Rear-facing Isofix seat

When a rear-facing child seat is

fitted, the seatback should be close

to or touching:

- the dashboard (in the front seat),

- the front seatback (in the rear seat).

Fitting a child seat (continued)

• Slide the seat catches 3 in the

guides 2 and push the seat firmly

to lock it on the rings;

1

• Check that the seat is locked

correctly by moving it from left to

right and then forwards and

backwards;

3

Front-facing Isofix seat (rear seats

• Push firmly on the base of the seat

to press the child seat rind against

the vehicle seatback.

only)

When a front-facing child seat is

installed, the front seat must not be

moved back beyond the halfway

point on the seat runners and the

seatback must be in an upright

position.

Fitting a child seat

• Before fitting and using the seat,

read the instructions provided

carefully;

Fitting the seat

To access rings 1 the first time you

install the seat, consult your

RENAULT Dealer.

• Attach the mounting guide 2

(supplied with the child seat or as

an accessory), to the rings 1 fitted

to the seat.

1.40

CHILD SAFETY (continued)

4

6

5

7

A rear-facing Isofix seat fitted to the

front passenger seat

Rear-facing seat mounting ring for

rear seats

Front-facing seat mounting ring

(rear seats only)

The front passenger seat must be

adjusted so that the back of the child

seat is touching the dashboard.

- attach belt hook 5 to ring 7.

- tighten the belt.

- pass strap 4 (supplied with the

seat) between the two rear

headrest rods,

- attach hook 5 to the ring located

under the luggage compartment

carpet.

Use belt 4 supplied with the seat:

- attach belt hook 5 to ring 6 located

under the seat gear lever side,

- tighten the belt.

1.41

CHILD SAFETY (continued)

CHILD SAFETY

• No modifications may be made to the original fitted parts of the restraint system (belts and seats and their

mountings).

• Carefully follow the instructions for fitting provided by the manufacturer of the restraint system.

• Always avoid dressing the child in bulky garments and do not place any objects between the child and the restraint

system.

• The seat belt in the vehicle must be tight enough so that the child's seat is held in position securely. Check the tension

regularly.

• Never wear the belt under your arm or behind your back.

• The harness or belt should be taut and fitted to suit the child's size.

• Never allow your child to stand up or kneel on the seats while the vehicle is moving.

• Check that the child is in the correct position for the entire journey, particularly when they are asleep.

• Use the seat belts to hold the seat in position, even if it is not occupied. Otherwise, if an accident were to occur, it may

become dislodged and pose a risk to other vehicle occupants.

• Following a serious accident, check the seat belts or the ISOFIX seat mounting and replace the child seat.

• Never leave a child unsupervised in a vehicle, even if they are in a restraining device.

• Activate the rear door locks (if your vehicle is equipped with these).

• Make sure the child does not get out of the vehicle at the side where there is traffic.

• Set your children a good example - always wear your seat belt.

1.42

CLOCK AND EXTERIOR TEMPERATURE

Vehicles fitted with navigation

systems, radio, etc.

Exterior temperature indicator

Special note:

For vehicles which are not fitted

with buttons 1 and 3, refer to the

specific equipment instructions to

discover the special features of

these vehicles.

1

When the exterior temperature is

between –3°C and +3°C, the °C

icons flash (indicates risk of ice

formation).

2

3

With the ignition switched on, the

time and, depending on the vehicle,

the temperature are displayed.

Setting the time on the clock 2

On vehicles fitted with this

function, the adjustment buttons 1

and 3 are used to set the clock.

Exterior

temperature

If the electrical supply is cut

(battery disconnected, feed wire

broken, etc.), the clock will not

display the correct time.

indicator

As black ice formation is

related to exposure,

humidity and temperature, the

exterior temperature alone is not

sufficient to detect black ice.

Press button 1 to adjust the hours

and button 3 to adjust the minutes.

The clock must be reset.

We recommend that you do not

make these settings while

driving.

1.43

DRIVER’S POSITION, LEFT-HAND DRIVE

1 2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9 10

11

12 13

26

25

24

23 22 21

16 15

14

20

19

18 17

1.44

DRIVER’S POSITION, LEFT-HAND DRIVE (continued)

The equipment fitted, described below, depends on the version, options and country.

1

2

Side air vent.

9

Centre air vents.

19 Handbrake.

Demister outlet for side

window.

10 Air conditioning controls.

11 Passenger airbag location.

20 Gear lever.

3

Stalk for:

21 RENAULT Card reader.

22 Engine start/stop button.

23 Storage compartment.

• direction indicators,

• exterior lights,

• front fog lights,

• rear fog lights.

12 Demister outlet for side

window.

4

5

Instrument panel.

13 Side vent.

14 Glove box.

Location for driver's airbag,

horn.

24 Control for adjusting steering

wheel height and reach.

15 Location for radio, navigation

6

7

Radio remote control.

system etc.

25 Bonnet release.

26 Controls for:

• Stalk for windscreen and rear

screen wash/wipe.

• Trip computer and warning

system scroll control.

16 Central door locking switch.

17 Hazard warning lights switch.

• electric

headlight

beam

adjustment,

8

lock,

temperature,

radio

• dimmer for control lighting,

• cruise control and speed

limiter,

information, navigation system

display, etc. depending on

vehicle.

18 Location for an ashtray,

cigarette lighter or cup holder.

• ASR traction control.

1.45

DRIVER’S POSITION, RIGHT-HAND DRIVE

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11

25

24

23 22 21

16 15 14 13

12

26

20

19

18 17

1.46

DRIVER’S POSITION, RIGHT-HAND DRIVE (continued)

The equipment fitted, described below, depends on the version, options and country.

1

Demister outlet for side

window.

10 Demister outlet for side

17 RENAULT Card reader.

window.

18 Location for an ashtray,

2

3

Passenger airbag location.

cigarette lighter or cup holder.

11 Side vent.

Heater / air conditioning

controls.

19 Handbrake.

12 Controls for:

• electric

headlight

beam

4

5

Centre air vents.

height adjustment,

• dimmer for

control

20 Gear lever.

instrument lighting,

Clock,

temperature,

radio

• cruise control and speed

limiter,

information, navigation system

display, etc. depending on

vehicle.

21 Hazard warning lights switch.

22 Electric door locking controls.

23 Storage compartment.

24 Glove box.

• ASR traction control.

6

Stalk for:

13 Location for driver's airbag,

• direction indicators,

• exterior lights,

• front fog lights,

• rear fog lights.

horn.

14 Control for adjusting steering

wheel height and reach.

7

8

9

Instrument panel.

Radio remote control.

15 Location for radio, navigation

system etc.

25 Bonnet release.

• Stalk for windscreen and rear

screen wash/wipe,

• Trip computer and warning

system scroll control.

16 Engine start/stop button.

26 Side vent.

1.47

INSTRUMENT PANEL

Variant 1: zones A, B and C are described in the following pages

A

3

4a

4

B

2

12 11

10

C

8

7

1.48

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

Variant 2: zones A, B and D are described in the following pages

A

3

4a

4

B

3

12 11

10

D

8

7

1.49

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

Variants 1 and 2, zone A

The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle

equipment and the country.

A

3

4a

4

B

A1

If the

warning light comes on, you should visit a RENAULT Dealer immediately.

warning light comes on, you must stop as soon as traffic conditions allow.

It is essential to stop as soon as traffic conditions allow if no information appears on the instrument panel.

Some warning lights are accompanied by a message on the instrument panel.

1.50

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle

equipment and the country.

A

ABS Anti-lock Braking

System warning light

Toxic

fume

filter

Indicator

Electronic

light

for

system warning light

For vehicles equipped

Stability

It comes on when the

Program (ESP) and

traction control system (ASR)

There are several reasons for

the warning light coming on:

engine is started then goes out.

If it comes on when you are

driving, it indicates a fault in

the Anti-lock Braking System.

Braking will then be as normal,

without the ABS system.

with this option, the light

comes on when the ignition is

switched on then goes out.

see

“Electronic

Program (ESP) and “Traction

control system” in Section 2.

Stability

• If it lights up continuously,

contact

your

RENAULT

Dealer as soon as possible;

Contact your RENAULT Dealer

as soon as possible.

• If it flashes, reduce the engine

speed until the light stops

flashing.

Consult your RENAULT

Dealer as soon as possible.

Speed

limiter

and

Airbag warning light

This comes on when the

ignition is switched on

cruise control indicator

light

Refer to the information on

emission control, fuel economy

and driving in Section 2.

To understand how this

operates, see information on

“Cruise control” and “Speed

limiter” in Section 2.

and goes out after

seconds.

a

few

If it does not light up when the

ignition is switched on, or

comes on when the engine is

running, there is a fault in the

system.

Left

indicator light

turn

signal

Consult your RENAULT Dealer

as soon as possible.

A1 Speedometer (mph or km/h)

Overspeed buzzer

Depending on the vehicle, a

buzzer

sounds

for

approximately 10 seconds

every 40 seconds, as long as the

vehicle is travelling in excess of

75 mph (120 km/h).

1.51

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

Variants 1 and 2, zone A (continued)

The presence and operation of the warning lights, described below, depend on the vehicle equipment level

and country.

A

3

4a

4

B

A2

A3

a

If the

warning light comes on, you should visit a RENAULT Dealer immediately.

warning light comes on, you must stop as soon as traffic conditions allow.

It is essential to stop as soon as traffic conditions allow if no information appears on the instrument panel.

Some warning lights are accompanied by a message on the instrument panel.

1.52

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle

equipment and the country.

A2 Reset button

A3 Coolant temperature indicator

In normal use, the needle

should be below zone a. Under

severe conditions the needle

may approach this zone. This is

Go to the corresponding

function and press the button to

reset the trip mileage recorder

or the trip computer and

warning system parameters,

reset and check the oil level.

not serious unless the

warning light comes on

accompanied by a message on

the instrument panel and a

beep.

Front

fog

light

indicator light

Rear fog light indicator

light

Dipped beam headlight

indicator light

Headlight main beam

indicator light

1.53

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

Variants 1 and 2, zone B

The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle

equipment and the country.

B

B1

B2

If the

warning light comes on, you should visit a RENAULT Dealer immediately.

warning light comes on, you must stop as soon as traffic conditions allow.

It is essential to stop as soon as traffic conditions allow if no information appears on the instrument panel.

Some warning lights are accompanied by a message on the instrument panel.

1.54

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle

equipment and the country.

B

Battery charge indicator

light

Handbrake on and

brake circuit fault

warning light

B1 Rev counter

(scale × 1000)

This comes on when the

engine is started then goes out as

soon as the engine is running.

If it comes on when the vehicle

is being driven, and is

If it comes on when the vehicle

is being driven and is

B2 Fuel gauge

accompanied by the

warning light and a beep, it

indicates that the fluid level in

the circuit is low or that there is

a braking system fault. Stop as

soon as traffic conditions allow

and call a RENAULT Dealer.

accompanied by the

Low fuel level warning

warning light and a beep, it

indicates that the electrical

circuit is overcharged or

undercharged. Stop and have

the circuit checked.

light

It goes out several

seconds after the engine is

started.

If it lights up or remains lit, fill

up with fuel as soon as possible.

Oil pressure warning

light

It comes on when the

Right turn indicator

light

Not used

engine is started then goes out

after a few seconds. If it comes

on when the vehicle is being

driven, accompanied by the

Driver's

seat

belt

Passenger airbag OFF

reminder warning light

If the driver's seat belt is

warning light and a

This

warning

light

comes on for several

seconds after the engine is

started when the front passenger

not fastened the light remains on

when the vehicle is started, and

when the vehicle reaches a

speed of approximately 6 mph

(10 km/h), it flashes and a beep

sounds for about 90 seconds.

beep, it is essential to stop and

switch off the ignition. and

check the oil level. If the level is

normal, it is being caused by

airbags

are

deactivated

(depending on vehicle).

something

else.

Call

a

RENAULT Dealer.

1.55

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

Variant 1, zone C

The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle

equipment and the country.

C1

C

C2

If the

warning light comes on, you should visit a RENAULT Dealer immediately.

warning light comes on, you must stop as soon as traffic conditions allow.

It is essential to stop as soon as traffic conditions allow if no information appears on the instrument panel.

Some warning lights are accompanied by a message on the instrument panel.

1.56

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle

equipment and the country.

C1 Display

Trip computer and warning system

STOP warning light

It goes out as soon as the

engine starts.

After 30 seconds, the display will

switch to display the trip computer:

refer to “Trip computer” in

Section 1.

Oil level

To be valid, the reading must be

taken on level ground after the

engine has been switched off for

some time.

It comes on with other warning

lights and/or a message, and is

accompanied by a beep.

It indicates that it is essential to stop

immediately (as soon as traffic

conditions allow).

When the engine is started and for

about thirty seconds afterwards.

C2 Door open warning light or

multifunction display (depending

on the vehicle)

- if the level is correct, the display

indicates 'Oil level OK' (to obtain a

more accurate level refer to “Oil

level” in Section 4).

- if the level is at minimum: the

message “Oil level OK” does not

appear on the display, a series of

dashes and the message “Top up

oil level” appears accompanied by

Door open warning light

Shows when a door or the tailgate is

open or not closed properly.

Engine immobiliser warning

light

Refer to “Engine immob-

iliser” in Section 1.

OR

Multifunction display

This indicates that a door or the

tailgate is open or not properly

closed, displays the tyre pressures

(refer to information on “Tyre

Pressure Monitor” in Section 2) and

the gear selected (for vehicles fitted

with an automatic gearbox).

the

warning light.

Warning light

This comes on when the

ignition is switched on and

goes out after a few seconds. It may

come on with other warning lights

or messages on the instrument

panel.

Top up the oil level as soon as

possible.

If it comes on when the vehicle is

being driven, it is advisable to visit

your RENAULT Dealer as soon as

possible.

1.57

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

Variant 2, zone D

The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle

equipment and country.

D

D4

D1

D2

D3

E

If the

warning light comes on, you should visit a RENAULT Dealer immediately.

warning light comes on, you must stop as soon as traffic conditions allow.

It is essential to stop as soon as traffic conditions allow if no information appears on the instrument panel.

Some warning lights are accompanied by a message on the instrument panel.

1.58

INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)

The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle

equipment and country.

D1 Information display

Trip computer and warning system

STOP warning light

It goes out as soon as the

engine starts.

After 30 seconds, the display will

switch to display the trip computer

and warning system: refer to “Trip

computer and warning system” in

Section 1.

Oil level readings

To be valid, the reading must be

taken on level ground after the

engine has been switched off for

some time.

It comes on with other warning

lights and/or a message, and is

accompanied by a beep.

It indicates that it is essential to stop

immediately (as soon as traffic

conditions allow).

When the engine is started and for

about thirty seconds afterwards.

- if the level is correct, the display

indicates “Oil level OK”; to obtain

a more precise level refer to “Oil

level” in Section 4.

Other information displayed is:

- multimedia information, status of

the

doors

and

luggage

compartment, and tyre pressures

(refer to “Tyre Pressure Monitor”

in Section 2) in zone D4;

Engine immobiliser warning

light

Refer to “Engine immob-

iliser” in Section 1.

- if the level is at minimum: the

message “Oil level OK” does not

appear on the display, a series of

dashes and the message “Top-up

oil level” appears accompanied by

- the temperature in zone D2;

- the time in zone D3.

E Automatic gearbox display, this

indicates

the

gear

selected

(depending on vehicle).

Warning light

the

warning light.

This comes on when the

ignition is switched on and

goes out after a few seconds. It may

come on with other warning lights or

messages on the instrument panel.

If it comes on when the vehicle is

being driven, it is advisable to stop at

your RENAULT Dealer as soon as

possible.

Top up the oil level as soon as

possible.

1.59

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM

1

2

Trip computer and warning

system

This displays the following

information on the instrument

panel display 1 (position varies

according to vehicle):

- information messages (journey

parameters etc.);

- the operating fault messages

Display selection key 2

Scroll through the following

information by brief successive

presses.

c) mileage before service,

d) programmed speed

limiter/cruise control),

a) total mileage and trip mileage

recorder,

(speed

b) journey parameters:

e) computer log:

information

a

record of

- fuel used,

messages and

- average fuel consumption,

- current fuel consumption,

- estimated range,

operating fault messages stored

by the computer.

(generally linked to the

warning light);

- warning messages (linked to the

- distance travelled,

- average speed.

warning light).

1.60

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

• That

the

average

fuel

Interpreting some of the values

consumption increases when the

vehicle is stationary and the

engine idling.

displayed after resetting

The values showing average fuel

consumption, range and average

speed will become more stable and

reliable the longer the distance

travelled since the last time the

reset key was pressed.

This is normal since the computer

takes account of fuel used during

idling.

For the first few miles after pressing

the reset key you may notice:

Automatic resetting of the

journey parameters

• That the range increases as you

travel.

Resetting occurs automatically

when the maximum size of any of

the parameters is exceeded.

This is normal. average fuel

consumption

may

decrease

3

when:

- the vehicle stops accelerating;

Trip mileage recorder reset

- the engine reaches its operating

temperature (engine cold when

reset key pressed);

- when you move from urban

driving to the open road.

button 3

To reset the trip mileage recorder,

select the “Trip mileage recorder”

display, then press key 3 until the

recorder is reset.

Trip parameters reset button 3

With one of the trip parameters

selected as the display, press button 3

until the display resets.

1.61

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Examples of selections

Interpreting the display selected

a) Total and trip mileage recorders.

2

b) Trip parameters

23398

Fuel consumed since the last reset.

Average fuel consumption since the last reset.

This value is displayed after driving 400 metres and takes into account the

distance travelled and the fuel used since the last time the reset button was

pressed.

1.62

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Examples of selections

Interpreting the display selected

Current fuel consumption

This value is displayed after reaching a speed of approximately 15 mph (30 km/h).

2

Estimated range with remaining fuel

23939

This range takes into account the average fuel consumption since the last time the

reset button was pressed.

The value is displayed after driving 400 metres.

Distance travelled since last reset.

Average speed since the last reset.

The value is displayed after driving 400 metres.

1.63

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Examples of selections

Interpreting the display selected

c) Mileage before service/maintenance

Distance left before the next service.

2

There are several scenarios:

• remaining mileage less than 900 miles (1,500 km) or next service due within

two months. The “SERVICE DUE” message is displayed accompanied by the

symbol (as long as “mileage before service” is displayed, or for

15 seconds).

• mileage before service equal to 0 miles/km or date of service reached.

The “SERVICE DUE” message is displayed when the display selected is

“mileage before service”, accompanied by the

symbol flashing

continuously on all of the trip computer and warning system screens.

Resetting the display after service in accordance with the maintenance

program

The mileage before oil change/service must only be reset after a service

complying with the recommendations in the Warranty and Servicing booklet.

If you decide to change the oil more frequently, do not reset this data each time

the oil is changed. This prevents the replacement interval from being exceeded

for other parts included in the maintenance program.

To reset the mileage before service/maintenance, press and hold the reset

button for approximately 10 seconds until the mileage before service is

displayed permanently.

1.64

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Examples of selections

Interpreting the display selected

d) Cruise Control/Speed Limiter programmed speed (depending on vehicle)

See “Speed Limiter” and “Cruise Control” in Section 2.

23559

23560

e) Computer log

23503

Successive display:

- of information messages (heated seats, automatic headlights, etc. depending

on the vehicle),

- of operating fault messages (check the injection system, etc.).

1.65

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Information messages

Warning messages

These can either help in the vehicle

They warn you to stop immediately

(as soon as traffic conditions allow)

and to call a RENAULT Dealer.

operation

stage,

or

provide

information about the driving

selection or state.

They appear with the

Examples of information messages

are given on the following pages.

warning light. Examples of warning

messages are given on the following

pages.

Fault messages

You should visit your RENAULT

Dealer immediately for work to be

carried out on your vehicle.

Note: the messages appear on the

display either individually or

alternately (when there are several

messages to be displayed), and may

be accompanied by a warning light

and/or a beep.

These messages appear accompanied

by the

warning light.

They disappear when the display

selection key is pressed or after

several seconds and are stored in

the computer log.

The

warning light remains lit.

Examples of fault messages are

given on the following pages.

1.66

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Examples of information messages

Display message

Instrument panel

variant 1

Display message

Instrument panel

variant 2

Interpretation of Messages

"Please insert card"

2

Request to insert the RENAULT Card in the reader.

"Oil level OK"

2

Indicates that the oil level is correct when the ignition is switched on.

"Auto lights OFF"

Indicates that the automatic lights function is deactivated.

1.67

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Examples of operating fault messages

Display message

Instrument panel

variant 1

Display message

Instrument panel

variant 2

Interpretation of Messages

"Traction control deactivated"

2

Traction control deactivated (see “Traction Control” in Section 2).

"Tyre pressure sensor fault"

Sensor fault on the missing wheel in zone A of the information display: this is

displayed, for example, when the emergency spare wheel is fitted on the

vehicle (see “Tyre Pressure Monitor” in Section 2).

2

"Check tyre pressures"

Tyre inflation fault (over or under-inflation) displayed by the multifunction

display or in zone A of the information display; inflate the tyre to the correct

pressure as soon as possible.

"Service! Diesel filter"

Indicates that there is water present in the diesel fuel.

Consult your RENAULT Dealer as soon as possible.

1.68

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Examples of operating fault messages

Display message

Instrument panel

variant 1

Display message

Instrument panel

variant 2

Interpretation of Messages

"Gearbox fault"

2

Indicates that a fault has occurred in the gearbox, contact your RENAULT

Dealer as soon as possible.

"Card not detected"

2

The hands-free RENAULT Card is not in the detection zone, or the vehicle has

not been able to detect it. Insert it in the reader, if the fault persists contact your

RENAULT Dealer.

"Replace card battery"

Your RENAULT Card battery has a service life of approximately two years.

This message appears when the battery begins to weaken (refer to “RENAULT

Card: batteries” in Section 5).

1.69

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Warning messages

These indicate that it is essential to stop immediately and as soon as traffic conditions allow.

Display message

Instrument panel

variant 1

Display message

Instrument panel

variant 2

Interpretation of Messages

"Injection fault"

2

Indicates that the vehicle has a serious engine fault.

"Stop! Tyre puncture"

2

Indicates that there is a puncture on the tyre indicated in zone A of the

information display.

"Engine overheating"

Indicates that the engine is overheating.

1.70

TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Warning messages

These indicate that it is essential to stop immediately and as soon as traffic conditions allow.

Display message

Instrument panel Instrument panel

variant 1 variant 2

Display message

Interpretation of Messages

2

"Steering fault"

Indicates that the vehicle has a fault in the power assisted steering.

"Computer fault"

2

Indicates a problem with the vehicle electronic management system.

1.71

STEERING WHEEL

1

Height and depth adjustment

Pull the lever 1 and place the

steering wheel in the required

position; push the lever to lock the

steering wheel in place.

Never leave the steering wheel on

full lock when the vehicle is

stationary.

Never switch off the ignition when

travelling downhill, and avoid

doing so in general while driving,

as the power assisted steering and

brake servo will not function.

For safety reasons, only

adjust the steering wheel

when the vehicle is

stationary.

1.72

DOOR MIRRORS

Heated door mirrors

The door mirrors are de-iced when

rear screen demisting is switched

on.

D

A

B

C

E

1

F

2

Manually

mirrors

To adjust the mirror, move lever 1.

adjustable

door

Electric door mirrors

With the ignition on, turn knob 2 to:

- position C to adjust the left-hand

door mirror;

The driver's door mirror

may have two clearly

defined zones. Zone B is

what can normally be

seen in a conventional door

mirror. For your safety, zone A

increases the area you can see at

the rear and to the side of your

vehicle.

- position E to adjust the right-hand

door mirror;

D is the inactive position.

Folding door mirrors

Move knob 2 to position F and the

door mirrors fold in.

The objects in zone A look much

further away than they really

are.

To reset them to driving position,

return to position C, D or E.

1.73

REAR-VIEW MIRRORS

2

1

Interior rear-view mirror

Autodimming rear-view mirror 2

This is adjustable. When driving at

night, move small lever 1 located

behind the rear-view mirror to avoid

being dazzled by the headlights of

the vehicle behind.

The rear-view mirror darkens

automatically at night when you are

being followed by a vehicle with

bright

lights

(main

beam

headlights).

1.74

WARNING LIGHTS AND BUZZER

Hazard warning lights

(continued)

Depending on the vehicle, the

hazard warning lights may come on

automatically under deliberate

heavy deceleration.

A

1

0

In this instance, the hazard warning

lights may be switched off by

pressing switch 2 once.

Direction indicator lights

Move stalk 1 parallel to the steering

wheel and in the direction you are

going to turn.

2

When driving on the motorway, the

steering wheel is not often turned

enough to return the stalk

automatically to position 0. There is

an intermediate position in which

the stalk may be held when

changing lanes.

Horn

Hazard warning lights

Press switch 2.

Press on the steering wheel

cushion A.

This switch lights all four direction

indicators and the side-mounted

repeaters simultaneously.

Headlight flasher

Pull stalk 1 towards you to flash the

headlights, even if the lights are not

in use.

Only use this function to warn other

road users if you:

• are obliged to stop for any reason

beyond your control in an

unusual or prohibited location;

It will return automatically to 0

when released.

• are obliged to drive under

particular conditions.

1.75

EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS

Automatic operation (depending

on vehicle)

With the engine running, the

dipped beam headlights switch

themselves on or off automatically

depending on exterior brightness,

without the need to operate stalk 1

(position 0).

1

3

This function can be deactivated or

reactivated.

- To activate it, press button 3 for at

least four seconds. Two beeps and

a message on the instrument panel

confirm this action.

4

2

- To deactivate it, with the engine

switched off, press button 3 for at

least four seconds.

A

beep

Switching on the side

lights

Turn the end of stalk 1 until the

symbol is facing mark 4.

Switching on the dipped

beam headlights

Manual operation

Turn the end of stalk 1 until the

symbol is facing mark 4.

confirms this action and the

message “Automatic lighting

OFF” appears on the instrument

panel.

The instrument panel will light up

and the brightness may be adjusted

by turning tumblewheel 2.

If stalk 1 is operated, it overrides

and cancels automatic operation

temporarily.

In all cases, an indicator light on the

instrument panel comes.

Before driving at night, check that the electrical equipment is operating correctly and adjust the headlight

beams (if your vehicle is not carrying its normal load). In general, check that the lights are not obscured (by

dirt, mud, snow or objects which could cover them).

1.76

EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (continued)

See-me-home lighting function

Turning off the lights

Manual operation

There are two possible ways

(depending on vehicle):

This function (useful, for example,

when opening a gate, a garage, etc.),

enables you to momentarily turn on

dipped beam headlights.

- return stalk

position;

1

to its original

1

With the engine switched off and

the lights off, and the end of stalk 1

in position 0, pull stalk 1 towards

you: the dipped beam headlights

will be lit for approximately thirty

seconds.

- the lights go out when the engine

is stopped, when the driver's door

is opened or when the vehicle is

locked. In this case, the next time

the engine is started the lights will

be switched back according to the

position of the stalk 1.

This action may be carried out no

more than four times for

a

maximum lighting period of two

minutes.

Automatic operation (depending

on vehicle)

The lights go out when the engine is

stopped, when the driver's door is

opened or when the vehicle is

locked.

To switch off the lighting before it is

switched off automatically, turn the

end of the stalk 1 then return it to

position 0.

Switching on the main

beam headlights

With the dipped beam headlights

on, move the stalk towards you.

When the main beam headlights are

lit up, an indicator light comes on

on the instrument panel.

Lights on warning buzzer

If the lights are switched on after the

engine is switched off, a warning

buzzer sounds when the driver's

door is opened to warn you that the

lights are still on.

To return to the dipped headlight

position, pull the stalk towards you.

1.77

EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (continued)

Rear fog light

Switching off the lights

Turn ring 5 again until mark 6 is

facing the symbol for the fog light

you wish to switch off.

Turn centre ring 5 on the

stalk until the symbol appears

opposite mark 6, then release it.

The front and rear fog lights are

switched off when the exterior

lights are switched off.

5

Operation of the fog lights depends

on the exterior lighting selected,

and an indicator light will light up

on the instrument panel.

Remember to switch off the rear fog

light when it is no longer needed to

avoid inconveniencing other road

users.

6

N.B.: the fog light is on the driver's

side.

Front fog lights

Turn centre ring 5 on the

stalk until the symbol is facing

mark 6, then release it.

Operation of the fog lights depends

on the exterior lighting selected,

and an indicator light will light up

on the instrument panel.

When driving in fog, the fog

lights are not switched on

automatically, so this remains

under the control of the driver:

the indicator lights on the

instrument panel inform you

whether the fog lights are on

(indicator light lit) or off

(indicator light not lit).

1.78

ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE HEADLIGHTS

Tumblewheel adjustment position A

Versions

3-door / 5-door

Utility version

0

1

3

4

0

–

4

A

On vehicles fitted with this

function, tumblewheel A allows

you to adjust the height of the beams

according to load.

Turn tumblewheel A down to lower

the headlights and up to raise them.

Adjustment is automatic on other

versions.

1.79

WINDSCREEN WASH/WIPE

Vehicles with automatic timed

wiper

1

With the engine running or +

accessories on, move stalk 1

2

1

• A off.

A

B

• B automatic timed wiping

When this position is selected,

the system detects the presence

of water on the windscreen and

triggers wiping at a suitable

wiping speed.

C

D

It is possible to change the time

between sweeps by turning

ring 2.

With the engine running or with

accessories function enabled, move

the stalk 1

Special note

Each time the engine is started,

it is essential to return to stop

position A to return to the

When driving, every time the

vehicle stops the wiping speed is

reduced. The speed will change

from fast wipe speed to normal

wipe speed.

automatic

position.

timed

wiper

• A off.

• B intermittent wiping

• C continuous slow wiping

• D continuous fast wiping

As soon as the vehicle moves off,

wipe will return to the speed

originally selected.

The wipers will pause for

several

seconds

between

sweeps. It is possible to change

the time between sweeps by

turning ring 2.

If stalk 1 is operated, it overrides

and cancels automatic operation.

• C continuous slow wiping

• D continuous fast wiping

If the wipers jam (e.g. frozen to

the windscreen by ice, etc.), the

system will automatically cut the

power supply to the wipers.

1.80

WINDSCREEN WASH/WIPE (continued)

• Headlights on

The headlight washers will be

activated at the same time

(depending on the vehicle).

1

Windscreen washer,

headlight washer

With the ignition on, pull stalk 1

towards you.

In frosty weather, make sure that

the wiper blades are not stuck by

ice (risk of motor overheating).

Keep an eye on the condition of

the blades. Change the wiper

blades as soon as they begin to

lose efficiency (approximately

once a year).

• Headlights off

One brief press triggers one sweep

cycle of the wiper.

A

longer press triggers three

sweeps followed by a final sweep

after several seconds.

Regularly

clean

your

windscreen.

If you switch off the ignition

before

switching

off

the

windscreen wiper (position A)

the blades will stop at a random

position on the windscreen.

1.81

REAR SCREEN WASH/WIPE

Rear screen wash/wipe

Special note

With the ignition on, move

the end of stalk 1 to align mark 2

opposite the symbol.

If the windscreen wipers are

operating or are in automatic mode,

the rear screen wiper wipes

intermittently when reverse gear is

engaged.

1

When the stalk is released, it returns

to the rear wipe position.

Note:

In frosty weather, make sure that the

wiper blades are not stuck by ice

(risk of motor overheating).

2

Keep an eye on the condition of the

blades. Change the wiper blades as

soon as they begin to lose efficiency

(approximately once a year).

Regularly clean your rear screen.

Speed-dependent timed

rear screen wiper

With the ignition on, move the end

of stalk 1 to align mark 2 opposite

the symbol.

Before using the rear wiper, check

that no transported object obstructs

the travel of the blade.

The wiper sweep frequency

increases according to vehicle

speed: intermittent when stationary

and continuous when driving.

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FUEL TANK

Fuel grade

Use a high grade fuel that conforms

to the relevant standards in force in

each country.

A

Petrol versions

It is essential to use unleaded

petrol. The octane rating (RON)

must conform with the information

given on the label inside the fuel

filler flap A. Refer to Section 6

C

B

for

information

on

“Engine

specifications”.

Diesel versions

It is essential to use diesel fuel that

conforms with the information

given on the label inside fuel filler

flap A.

Effective tank capacity:

approximately 13 gallons

(60 litres).

To open the flap A, place your finger

in the recess B, then pull.

Make

sure

that

no

water

accidentally enters the fuel tank

during filling. The shut-off system

and its surrounding area must be

dust-free.

The shut-off system (metal valve) C

is built into the filler pipe.

Never press the metal valve

Refer to “Filling with fuel” for more

details.

with your fingers.

Do not wash the filler area

with a high pressure washer.

Do not mix even small

amounts of petrol with

diesel.

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FUEL TANK (continued)

Filling with fuel

Petrol versions

Using leaded petrol will damage the

anti-pollution devices and may lead

to a loss of warranty.

Filling with fuel (continued)

Petrol and diesel versions

No more than two filling operations

may be made after the fuel feed has

switched off automatically for the

first time because there must be

sufficient space in the fuel tank to

allow for expansion.

Persistent fuel odour

If you notice a persistent fuel odour

you should:

• stop the vehicle if traffic

conditions allow and switch off

the ignition;

• switch on the hazard warning

lights and ask your passengers to

leave the vehicle and stay clear of

the traffic;

• Do not operate on, or restart, the

vehicle before it has been

inspected by qualified staff from

the RENAULT network.

To ensure that the fuel tank is not

filled with leaded petrol, the fuel

tank filler neck contains a restrictor

fitted with a foolproofing system

which only allows the nozzle for

unleaded petrol to be used (at the

pump).

- Insert the nozzle so that the metal

valve is pushed back and then

fully insert it before beginning to

fill the tank (risk of splash-back).

- Keep the nozzle in this position

throughout the entire filling

operation.

No operations whatsoever

are permitted on any part

of the fuel supply system

(computers, wiring, fuel

circuit, injector, protection covers,

etc.) as this may be dangerous

(such work must be undertaken by

qualified RENAULT Network

personnel).

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