Get Maintenance Guide for Renault Megane SUV Second Generation (2003-2008)

Section 4: Maintenance

Bonnet ..................................................................................................................................................... 4.02 - 4.03

Engine oil level / Oil change .............................................................................................................. 4.04 ➟ 4.07

Levels: engine coolant ...................................................................................................................................... 4.08

brake fluid ............................................................................................................................................ 4.09

windscreen/headlight washer reservoir ............................................................................................. 4.10

Filters ................................................................................................................................................................. 4.10

Battery ................................................................................................................................................................ 4.11

Bodywork maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 4.12 - 4.13

Trim maintenance ............................................................................................................................................. 4.14

4.01

BONNET

2

1

To open, pull handle 1, located on

the left-hand side of the dashboard.

Bonnet safety catch

To unlock, pull the tab which runs

across grille 2.

Take care when working in

the engine compartment as

the engine cooling fan may

cut in at any moment

without warning.

4.02

BONNET (continued)

Closing the bonnet

Before closing the bonnet, check to

make sure that nothing has been left

in the engine compartment.

To close the bonnet, replace stay 4

in its mounting 5, hold the bonnet

in the middle and lower it to

8 inches (30 cm) above the closed

position, then release it. It will latch

automatically under its own weight.

3

4

5

Lift the bonnet, release strut 4 from

its mounting 5 and, for your own

safety, it must be placed in retainer

3 in the bonnet.

Check that the bonnet is

correctly locked.

4.03

ENGINE OIL LEVEL

It is normal for an engine to use oil

for lubrication and cooling of

moving parts and it is normal to top

up the level between oil changes.

The squares which appear on the

display indicate the level. They

disappear as the level drops and are

replaced by dashes: example

message 2.

Message 1

Level

satisfactory

2

However, contact your RENAULT

Dealer if more than 0.5 litres is

being consumed every 600 miles

(1000 km) after the running in

period.

To advance to trip computer

reading, press the button again.

- if the level is at minimum: the Top

up oil level message appears on

the display, the squares are

replaced by dashes (message 3)

Message 2

Level

display

function

2

Oil change frequency: check the oil

level from time to time and always

before long journeys, to avoid the

risk of damaging your engine.

and the warning light on

the

Message 3

Minimum

level

2

instrument panel comes on.

Top up as soon as possible.

Reading the oil level

Reading the level on the instrument

panel

When the ignition has been

switched on for approximately 30

seconds:

The vehicle must be parked on level

ground and the engine should have

been switched off for some time

beforehand to obtain an accurate

reading.

- if the level is correct, the display

The oil level can be read:

- on the instrument panel;

- on the dipstick.

indicates

message 1.

“Oil

level

OK”:

Special note: if you wish to obtain

a more precise indication of the oil

level, press the trip mileage reset

button or the information scroll

button on the trip computer.

4.04

ENGINE OIL LEVEL (continued)

B

Contact your RENAULT Dealer at

once if you notice an abnormal or

repeated drop in any of the fluid

levels.

A

C

B

A

Reading the oil level on the dipstick

- Take out the dipstick.

- Wipe the dipstick using a clean,

lint-free cloth.

- Push the dipstick in as far as it will

go. (For vehicles equipped with a

cap-type dipstick C, screw in the

cap as far as it will go.)

- Take out the dipstick again;

- Read the oil level again. It should

never fall below the minimum oil

level A or exceed the maximum

oil level B.

Take care when working in

the engine compartment as

the engine cooling fan may

cut in at any moment

without warning.

4.05

ENGINE OIL LEVEL (continued)

1

2

1.4 16V - 1.6 16V

2.0 16V

2.0 T

Topping up/filling with oil

The vehicle must be parked on level

ground and the engine should be

cold (for example, before the engine

is started for the first time that day).

- Unscrew the filler cap 1.

- Top up the level (for information,

the

capacity

between

the

minimum and maximum reading

on the dipstick 2 is between

1.5 and 2 litres depending on the

engine).

- Wait for approximately two

minutes to allow the oil to flow

into the engine.

- Check the level on the dipstick 2

(as explained previously).

Contact your RENAULT Dealer

at once if you notice an abnormal

or repeated drop in any of the

fluid levels.

Do not exceed the max level and

remember to refit the cap 1.

4.06

ENGINE OIL LEVEL (continued) / OIL CHANGE

Engine oil change

Filling: take care when

topping up the oil that no

oil drips onto engine

Oil change frequency: refer to the

warranty and servicing booklet for

your vehicle.

components,

as

there

would be a risk of fire. Remember

to refit the cap securely as there is a

risk of fire if oil splashes onto hot

engine components.

1

2

Average capacities for oil changes

(for information)

1.4 16V engine: 4.9 litres

1.6 16V engine: 4.9 litres

2.0 16V engine: 5.4 litres

2.0T engine:

5.4 litres

1.5 dCi engine : 4.6 litres

1.9 dCi engine : 4.8 litres

Oil filter included.

The oil filter should be replaced

periodically: refer to the warranty

and servicing booklet for your

vehicle.

1.5 dCi

Take care when working in

the engine compartment as

the engine cooling fan may

cut in at any moment

without warning.

Engine oil grade

Refer to the warranty and servicing

booklet for your vehicle for

information regarding which grade

of oil to use.

Engine oil change: if you

are changing the oil

when the engine is hot,

be careful to avoid

scalding yourself as the oil flows

out.

1

Never run the engine in an

enclosed space as exhaust

fumes are poisonous.

1.9 dCi

4.07

LEVELS

Frequency of checking coolant

level

Replacement frequency

Refer to the warranty and servicing

booklet for your vehicle.

Check the coolant level regularly

(very severe damage is likely to be

caused to the engine if it runs out of

coolant).

1

A

If topping up is required, only use

products approved by RENAULT's

Technical Department:

- anti-freeze protection;

- anti-corrosion protection of the

cooling system.

Coolant

The level when cold should be

between the MIN and MAX marks

indicated on the expansion bottle 1

(visible through opening A).

Top this level up when cold before it

reaches the MIN mark.

No operations may be

carried out on the

cooling circuit when the

engine is hot.

Contact your RENAULT Dealer

at once if you notice an abnormal

or repeated drop in any of the

fluid levels.

Risk of burns.

4.08

LEVELS (continued)

Filling

After any operation on the

hydraulic circuit, a specialist must

replace the brake fluid.

Only use fluids approved by

RENAULT's Technical Department

(and taken from a sealed container).

Replacement frequency

Refer to the warranty and servicing

booklet for your vehicle.

1

Brake fluid level

This should be checked frequently,

and immediately if you notice even

the slightest loss in braking

efficiency.

Level 1

The level normally drops at the

same time as the linings become

worn, but it should never drop

below the “ MIN ” alert level.

Due to its reduced accessibility, we

advise you to have the level

checked and if necessary topped-up

by a specialist.

Take care when working

in

the

engine

compartment as the

engine cooling fan may

cut in at any moment without

warning.

4.09

LEVELS (continued)

FILTERS

The replacement of filter elements

(air filter, cabin filter, diesel fuel

filter, etc.) is scheduled in the

servicing operations for your

vehicle.

1

Frequency for replacing filter

elements: see the warranty and

servicing booklet for your vehicle.

2

Windscreen/headlight washer

reservoir

Topping up

Jets

Use a needle-type tool to direct the

windscreen washer jets.

Open plug 1, fill until you see the

fluid, then refit the plug.

Liquid

Window cleaning fluid (antifreeze

product in winter).

NOTE

Take care when working

in

the

engine

Depending on the vehicle, to

find out the fluid level, use the

“dropper-cap”. To do this, plug

hole 2 (in the cap) and remove

the cap.

compartment as the

engine cooling fan may

cut in at any moment without

warning.

4.10

BATTERY

Replacing the battery

As this operation is complex, we

advise you to contact your

RENAULT Dealer.

1

It does not need to be serviced:

never open cover 1.

Take care when moving

the battery since it

The battery is specific to

your vehicle (presence

contains sulphuric acid

which must not come

of a ventilation pipe to

into contact with the eyes or

skin. If it does, wash the affected

area with plenty of cold water.

expel corrosive and

explosive gases) so it must be

replaced by

a

battery that

enables this pipe to be

connected. Contact your

RENAULT Dealer.

Ensure naked flames, red-hot

objects and sparks do not come

into contact with the battery as

there is a risk of explosion.

4.11

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE

Protection against the effects of

Do not

corrosive agents

• Degrease or clean mechanical

components (e.g. engine

• Wash the vehicle in bright

sunlight or freezing temperatures.

Although your vehicle has been

compartment), underneath the

bodywork, parts with hinges (e.g.

inside the fuel tank flap) and

painted plastic external fittings (e.g.

bumpers) using pressure cleaning

apparatus or by spraying on

treated

with

very

effective

it

• Scrape off mud or dirt without

pre-wetting.

anti-corrosion

products,

nevertheless remains subject to:

• Allow dirt to accumulate.

• corrosives in the atmosphere,

- atmospheric pollution (urban

and industrial areas),

- saline atmosphere (near the sea,

particularly in hot weather),

products

not

approved

by

• Allow rust to form following

minor impacts.

RENAULT's Technical Department.

If adequate precautions are not

taken, this could give rise to

corrosion or operational faults.

• Use solvents not approved by

RENAULT's Technical Department

to remove stains as this could

damage the paintwork.

- seasonal and damp climatic

conditions, (e.g.: road salt in

winter,

water from road

cleaners, etc.).

• Drive frequently in snow or

• abrasives

muddy

conditions

without

periodically washing the vehicle,

particularly under the wheel

arches and body.

wind-borne dust and sand, mud,

road grit thrown up by other

vehicles.

• minor impacts

A minimum amount of protection is

necessary to guard your vehicle

against such risks so as not to lose

the benefit of these protective

techniques.

4.12

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE (continued)

Do

• Keep well away from the vehicle

• Check the security of exterior

accessories, additional

headlights, door mirrors, etc., and

secure the windscreen wiper

arms and radio aerial with

adhesive tape before entering a

revolving brush vehicle wash.

• Wash your vehicle frequently,

with the engine switched off,

using cleaning products selected

by our departments and rinse

in front when driving on freshly

laid road surfaces to prevent paint

damage from chippings.

thoroughly

with

a

spray,

• Repair, or have repaired quickly

patches where the paint has been

damaged to prevent corrosion

spreading.

especially the wheel arches and

the underbody, to remove:

- spots of tree sap and industrial

grime,

Remove the car phone aerial if

your vehicle is fitted with this

equipment.

- bird droppings, which contain

• Remember to visit the body shop

periodically in order to maintain

your RENAULT anti-corrosion

warranty. Refer to the warranty

and servicing booklet.

chemicals

which

rapidly

• Spray mechanical components

with products approved by

RENAULT's Technical Department

to protect them after they have

been cleaned.

discolour paintwork and may

even cause the paint to peel off:

Wash the vehicle immediately

to remove these marks since it is

impossible to remove them by

polishing.

- salt deposited in the wheel

arches and the underside of the

body after driving in areas

where the roads are chemically

treated,

• Respect local regulations about

washing vehicles (e.g. do not

wash your vehicle on a public

highway).

- mud in the wheel arches and the

underside of the body which

forms damp patches.

We have selected special

products to care for your vehicle

and you can obtain these from

RENAULT accessory outlets.

4.13

INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE

Whatever type of stain is on the

trim, use soapy water (possibly

warm water) based on:

• Seat belts

These must be kept clean.

Use products selected

RENAULT's Technical Department

(RENAULT accessory outlets) or

warm soapy water and a sponge

and dry off with a dry cloth.

Do not

You are strongly recommended not

to use high-pressure or atomising

cleaning equipment inside the

passenger compartment: without

careful use, this equipment could

impair the correct functioning of the

electrical or electronic components

in the vehicle, or have other

detrimental effects.

by

• natural soap,

• washing up liquid (with one part

washing up liquid to 200 parts

water).

Rinse off with a soft, damp cloth.

Detergents or dyes must not be

used under any circumstances.

Special instructions

• Instrument panel displays (e.g.

instrument panel, clock, exterior

temperature, radio, etc.).

Use a soft cloth (or cotton wool).

If this does not clean it properly,

use a soft cloth or cotton wool

slightly moistened with soapy

water and then wipe clean with a

soft damp cloth.

Finally, dry off carefully with a

soft dry cloth.

Cleaning products containing

alcohol must not be used under

any circumstances.

4.14

Maintenance for Your Renault Megane SUV Second Generation (2003-2008)

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