2003-2008 Renault Megane SUV Getting to know your vehicle -> Trip Computer and Warning System User Manual
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TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM  
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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).  
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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.  
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TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)  
Examples of selections  
Interpreting the display selected  
a) Total and trip mileage recorders.  
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b) Trip parameters  
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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.  
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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  
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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.  
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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 DUEmessage is displayed accompanied by the  
symbol (as long as mileage before serviceis displayed, or for  
15 seconds).  
mileage before service equal to 0 miles/km or date of service reached.  
The SERVICE DUEmessage 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.  
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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 Limiterand Cruise Controlin 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.).  
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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.  
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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.  
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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 Controlin 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 Monitorin 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.  
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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: batteriesin Section 5).  
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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.  
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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.  
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