Get Driving Guide for Renault Scenic 4 Door Second Generation (2003-2009)

Section 2: Driving

(Advice on use relating to fuel economy and the environment)

Running in ................................................................................................................................................................. 2.02

Starting/stopping the engine ....................................................................................................................... 2.03 - 2.05

Special features of petrol versions ........................................................................................................................ 2.06

Special features of diesel versions ........................................................................................................................ 2.07

Special features of diesel versions with particle filter ..................................................................................... 2.08

Parking brake ................................................................................................................................................ 2.09 ➟ 2.13

Handbrake .................................................................................................................................................. 2.14

Power-assisted steering .............................................................................................................................. 2.14

Gear lever .................................................................................................................................................... 2.15

Advice on emission control and fuel economy ............................................................................ 2.16 ➟ 2.18

Environment ............................................................................................................................................... 2.19

Tyre pressure monitor .................................................................................................................... 2.20 ➟ 2.23

Electronic Stability Program: ESP ............................................................................................................. 2.24

Traction control: ASR ...................................................................................................................... 2.25 - 2.26

Anti-lock braking system: ABS ....................................................................................................... 2.27 - 2.28

Emergency brake assist .............................................................................................................................. 2.29

Speed limiter .................................................................................................................................. 2.30 ➟ 2.32

Cruise control ................................................................................................................................. 2.33 ➟ 2.36

Automatic gearbox ......................................................................................................................... 2.37 ➟ 2.40

Parking proximity sensor ................................................................................................................. 2.41 - 2.44

2.01

RUNNING IN

ꢀ Petrol version

ꢀ Diesel version

For the first 625 miles (1000 km)

do not exceed 80 mph (130 km/h)

in the highest gear or 3000 to

3500 rpm.

For the first 900 miles (1500 km),

do not exceed 2500 rpm. After

completing this mileage you may

drive faster, although you may

only expect top performance

after approximately 3 600 miles

(6000 km).

On completion of 625 miles

(1000 km) you may use your vehicle

normally. However, it is only after

1500 miles (3000 km) have been

covered that you may reasonably

expect full performance.

During the running in period, do

not accelerate hard while the engine

is still cold and do not let the engine

over-rev.

Service intervals: refer to the

vehicle's warranty and servicing

booklet.

Service intervals: refer to the

vehicle's warranty and servicing

booklet.

2.02

STARTING THE ENGINE

Note:

- if any one of the starting

conditions is not applied, the

1

message “brake

+

start” is

displayed on the instrument

panel.

- in some cases it will be necessary

to move the steering wheel while

pressing start button 3 to assist in

unlocking the steering column; a

message on the instrument panel

“Steering not unlocked” warns of

this.

3

4

2

Remote control RENAULT card

Starting conditions.

The message “Insert card” appears

Follow the starting instructions on

the instrument panel describing

the following conditions:

on trip computer display 1.

Insert the RENAULT card fully

into card reader 2.

Press the brake or clutch pedal

(you must continue to press the

pedal throughout the entire

starting phase) and press button 3.

If a gear is engaged, the engine can

only be started if the clutch pedal

is pressed.

Hands-free RENAULT card

The card must be within the

detection zone

4

(passenger

compartment and boot, but

excluding some elevated areas

such as sun visors, spectacle

holder, top of dashboard, etc.).

Special note for vehicles with

automatic transmission: depress

the brake pedal with the lever in

position N or P.

2.03

STARTING THE ENGINE (continued)

Starting with the luggage

compartment open (in hands-

free mode)

Operating faults

In certain cases, the RENAULT

card may not work:

1

Insert the card into the card

reader 2 if you wish to start the

engine with the tailgate open.

- if the vehicle is located in a zone

of high electromagnetic radiation,

- if appliances are operating on the

same frequency as the card

(mobile phone, video game, etc.);

3

- when the RENAULT card battery

is drained, flat battery, etc.

The trip computer display 1 will

show the message “Card not

detected” followed by “Insert card”.

2

Insert the RENAULT card fully into

the card reader 2.

Accessories function

To switch on certain functions with

the engine off, (radio, navigation

system, etc.) press button 3 without

depressing the pedals.

2.04

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Remote control RENAULT card

If the card is no longer in the card

detection zone after pressing once,

the messages Confirm Engine Stop

and Press STOP Twice appear on

the instrument panel.

With the card in reader 2, one press

on the engine Start/Stop button

switches the engine off. Removing

the card from the reader locks the

steering column (check that it has

locked).

To confirm that you want the engine

to switch off, press button 3 twice

more.

If the card is no longer in the reader,

after pressing once, the messages

Confirm Engine Stop and Press

STOP Twice appear on the

instrument panel.

3

To confirm that you want the engine

to be switched off, press button 3

twice more.

Never leave your vehicle

with the RENAULT card

inside and never leave a

2

child

(or

a

pet)

RENAULT card in hands-free mode

unsupervised.

Conditions for stopping the

engine

- vehicle stationary;

With the card inside the vehicle,

one press on the engine Start/Stop

button 3 switches off the engine and

locks the steering column (check

that is has locked).

There is a risk that they could

start the engine or operate

electrical equipment (electric

windows) and trap part of their

body (neck, arms, hands, etc.).

Risk of serious injury.

- lever in position N or P for

vehicles

with

automatic

transmission;

- press button 3.

Never switch off the ignition

before the vehicle has stopped

completely. Once the engine has

stopped, the brake servo, power

assisted steering, etc. and the

passive safety devices such as

airbags and pretensioners will no

longer operate.

With the engine switched off, the

accessories currently being used

(radio, climate control, etc.) will

continue to function for about

20 minutes.

When you leave your

vehicle, especially if you

have your RENAULT

card with you, check

that the engine is completely

switched off.

When the driver's door is opened,

the accessories stop working.

2.05

SPECIAL FEATURES OF PETROL VERSIONS

The following operating conditions

If you notice any of the above faults,

should be avoided:

have the necessary repairs carried

out as soon as possible by your

RENAULT Dealer.

- driving for a long time with the

low fuel level warning light lit,

- using leaded petrol,

These faults may be avoided by

taking your vehicle regularly to

your RENAULT Dealer at the

intervals specified in your warranty

and servicing booklet.

- using oil or fuel additives which

are not approved by RENAULT.

Or faults such as:

- faulty ignition, running out of fuel

or spark plug disconnected

resulting in the engine misfiring

and jolting when driving,

Starting faults

To avoid damaging the catalytic

converter, do not keep trying to

start the engine (using the start

button, or by pushing or towing the

vehicle) without having identified

and corrected the starting fault.

- loss of power,

may cause the catalytic converter to

overheat and thus reduce its

efficiency or even destroy it and

cause heat damage to the vehicle.

If the fault cannot be identified, do

not continue to try and start the

engine. Please contact a RENAULT

Dealer.

Do not park the vehicle

or run the engine in locations

where combustible substances

or materials such as grass

or leaves can come into contact

with a hot exhaust system.

2.06

SPECIAL FEATURES OF DIESEL VERSIONS

Diesel engine speed

Precautions to be taken in winter

Diesel engines are fitted with an

To avoid any damage in icy weather:

- ensure that the battery is always

fully charged,

injection

equipment

which

prevents the engine speed being

exceeded irrespective of the gear

selected.

- Always keep the fuel tank

relatively full to avoid water

vapour condensing in it and

accumulating at the bottom of the

tank.

Running out of fuel

After filling the tank if you have run

completely out of fuel, the engine

may be started normally on

condition that the battery is fully

charged: see the information on the

fuel tank in Section 1 to find out

more about the special features of

diesel

versions

fitted

with

common-rail

injection.

(high pressure)

However, if after a few seconds and

several attempts the engine fails to

start, contact a RENAULT Dealer.

Do not park the vehicle or run

the engine in locations where

combustible substances or

materials such as grass

or leaves can come into contact

with a hot exhaust system.

2.07

SPECIAL FEATURES OF DIESEL VERSIONS FITTED WITH A PARTICLE FILTER

As an example, in this case, the

cleaning operation lasts for up to

20 minutes.

When driving, depending on the

grade of fuel used, it is possible

that white smoke may be emitted.

1

If the message “Check emission

control” is displayed on the

instrument panel accompanied by

This is due to the exhaust particle

filter being cleaned automatically,

and does not affect the way the

vehicle runs.

warning light

; consult your

ú

RENAULT Dealer straight away.

Diesel engine speed

Diesel engines are fitted with

injection

equipment

which

prevents the engine speed from

being exceeded irrespective of the

gear selected.

The

“Regenerate

catalytic

converter” message appears on

display 1 to indicate that the filter

may be clogged.

To clean the particle filter, drive at

an average speed of 36 mph

(60 km/h) (24 mph (40 km/h) for

1.5 dCi engine) for the next

60 miles (100 km), subject to traffic

conditions and speed limits, until

the warning light goes out. If the

vehicle is stopped before the

warning light disappears you will

have to restart the process from the

beginning.

Do not park the vehicle

or run the engine in

locations

where

combustible substances

or materials such as grass or

leaves can come into contact

with the hot exhaust system.

2.08

ASSISTED PARKING BRAKE

Note: when the driver’s door is

opened, a beep sounds and the

“parking brake released” message

appears on the instrument panel if

the assisted parking brake has not

been applied (e.g. if the engine

stalls).

1

2

1

2

In this case, it is essential to

immobilise the vehicle by pulling

handle 2 and then releasing it.

The brake will be released

automatically as soon as the

vehicle starts and accelerates. The

“parking brake released” message

confirms this action.

3

4

For certain country-specific model

versions, the automatic brake

application function is not

activated. Refer to the information

on manual operation.

Automatic operation

Manual operation

To apply the assisted parking brake

The assisted parking brake ensures

automatic vehicle immobilisation

when the engine is stopped by

pressing the engine start/stop

button.

Pull and release handle 2.

Indicator light 1 on the dashboard

and indicator light

3

on the

instrument panel light up.

Before

leaving

the

vehicle, check that the

assisted parking brake is

fully applied.

Indicator light 1 on the dashboard

and indicator light

To release the assisted parking

brake

With the engine running, pull

handle 2 while pressing release

button 4, and then release. Indicator

lights 1 and 3 go out.

3

on the

instrument panel light up to

confirm that the assisted parking

brake has been applied. Indicator

lights 1 and 3 go out when the

doors are locked. Depending on

the vehicle, the “parking brake

applied” message may appear on

the instrument panel.

Indicator light

1

on the

dashboard and indicator light 3

on the instrument panel light

up to show that the parking

brake has been applied, but go

out when the doors are locked.

The message “Parking brake

released” appears on the instrument

panel.

2.09

ASSISTED PARKING BRAKE (continued)

Temporary stop

In all cases, the assisted parking

brake can be applied manually,

e.g. when stopping at a red light or

on a slope.

To do this, pull and release

handle 2. The parking brake will

automatically be released when

the engine is restarted.

5

1

2

3

6

4

Special cases

To park the vehicle without

applying the assisted parking brake

(if there is a risk of freezing, for

example):

If you have to park on a slope or

when towing

a

trailer, for

example, keep handle 2 pulled out

for a few seconds to obtain the

maximum braking effect.

- with the engine running, insert

the RENAULT card into card

reader 6 or check that it is

present in the reader,

- stop the engine by pressing the

engine start/stop button 5,

- select a gear (manual gearbox) or

position P (automatic gearbox);

- pull handle 2 while pressing

release button 4, and then release,

- remove the RENAULT Card from

the Card reader.

2.10

ASSISTED PARKING BRAKE (continued)

Automatic gearbox versions

- If there is an assisted parking

brake fault, the message “parking

brake fault” appears on the

instrument panel accompanied

For safety reasons, the automatic

release function is deactivated for

positions other than P or N, if the

driver's door is open or not closed

properly. A beeping sound draws

your attention to this and the “gear

lever in position P or N” message is

displayed on the instrument panel.

by a beep and

,

û d

warning lights light up.

ô

This means that it is imperative to

stop as soon as traffic conditions

allow.

7

2

Operating faults

- If there is a fault, warning light 7

and SERVICE light up on the

instrument panel, accompanied

by the “Parking brake fault” or

“Computer fault” message.

Never leave your vehicle

without moving the

Contact your RENAULT Dealer as

soon as possible.

It is therefore essential to

immobilise the vehicle

by engaging first gear

(manual gearbox) or

position P (automatic gearbox). If

the slope requires it, chock the

vehicle.

selector lever to position

P or N. This is because

when the vehicle is stationary

with the engine running and a

gear engaged, the vehicle may

begin to move if you accelerate.

There is a risk of an accident.

2.11

ASSISTED PARKING BRAKE: normal chassis

B

8

10

A

9

B

To release the assisted parking

Emergency unlocking

brake: lift up the luggage

compartment carpet 8, pull tab 9

on cover A, then pull handle 10

until you hear the unlocking

sound.

(battery fault or system failure).

After using handle 10,

consult your RENAULT

Dealer in order to replace

cover A.

Before

emergency

unlocking, it is essential

to immobilise the vehicle

This control cannot be used to

reapply the parking brake.

Once the battery is replaced or the

system is repaired, it will be

operational from the first time it is

released manually.

by engaging first gear

Never leave a child (or a pet) in

the vehicle with the RENAULT

card inside the vehicle. They

could release the parking brake

and cause the vehicle to move off

unintentionally.

(manual gearbox) or position P

(automatic transmission). If the

slope requires it, chock the

vehicle. If immobilisation is not

possible, do not operate the lever

and contact a RENAULT Dealer.

Contact your RENAULT Dealer.

Label B reminds you of this.

2.12

PARKING BRAKE: long chassis

B

A

B

11

Emergency unlocking

(battery fault or system failure).

To release the parking brake: lift up

the boot carpet, remove cover A,

then pull handle 11 until you hear

the unlocking sound.

Before

emergency

After using handle 11,

consult your RENAULT

Dealer in order to replace

cover A.

This control cannot be used to

reapply the parking brake.

releasing, it is essential

to immobilise the vehicle

by engaging first gear

Once the battery is replaced or the

system is repaired, it will be

operational from the first time it is

released manually.

(manual gearbox) or position P

(automatic transmission). If the

slope requires it, chock the

vehicle. If immobilisation is not

possible, do not operate the lever

and contact a RENAULT agent.

Never leave a child (or a pet) in the

vehicle with the RENAULT Card

inside the vehicle. They could

release the parking brake and cause

Contact your RENAULT Dealer.

the

vehicle

to

move

off

unintentionally.

Label B reminds you of this.

2.13

HANDBRAKE

POWER STEERING

To apply

Pull upwards, ensure that the

vehicle cannot move.

Never drive with an inadequately

charged battery.

Variable

steering

power

assisted

The variable power assisted steering

system is equipped with an

electronic control system which

alters the level of assistance to suit

the vehicle speed.

2

The steering is lighter for parking

manoeuvres and becomes heavier

as the speed increases.

1

Operating faults

To release:

If the

warning light flashes

Pull lever 1 gently upwards, push

in button 2 and lower the lever to

the floor.

when the engine is started, turn the

steering wheel slowly from lock to

lock to reset the system.

Depending on the slope

and/or vehicle load, it

may be necessary to pull

up the handbrake at least

two extra notches and engage a

gear (1st or reverse gear) for

vehicles with manual gearboxes

or position P for vehicles with

automatic gearboxes.

Make sure that the

handbrake is properly

released when driving

(red indicator light off),

otherwise overheating may

occur.

Never switch off the

ignition when travelling

downhill, and avoid

doing so in normal

driving (power steering and

brake servo will not function).

2.14

GEAR LEVER

The reversing lights will light up as

soon as reverse gear is selected,

with the ignition on.

1

2

Selecting reverse gear

Vehicle with manual gearbox:

follow the gate drawn on knob 1

and, depending on the vehicle, pull

ring 2 up against the gear lever knob

to select reverse.

Vehicles with automatic gearbox:

refer to the information on the

Automatic gearbox in Section 2.

2.15

ADVICE ON ANTI-POLLUTION FUEL ECONOMY AND DRIVING

RENAULT is actively striving to

reduce pollutant exhaust gas

emissions and to save energy.

Maintenance

Engine adjustments

- Ignition: this does not require any

adjustment.

It should be noted that failure to

respect anti-pollution standards

may lead to legal action being taken

against the vehicle owner. In

addition, replacing engine, fuel

By virtue of its design, moderate

fuel consumption and initial

settings, your RENAULT conforms

to current anti-pollution standards.

Technical design, however, cannot

achieve all. The fuel consumption

of your vehicle and the level of

pollutant exhaust gas emissions are

very much within your control.

Make sure that your vehicle is

maintained and used correctly.

- Spark plugs: optimum conditions

of use, performance and output

demand that the specifications

laid down by our design office be

rigorously adhered to.

supply

system and

exhaust

components with parts other than

those originally recommended by

the manufacturer may alter your

vehicle so that it no longer complies

with anti-pollution standards.

If the spark plugs have to be

changed, use the make, type and

gap specified for your vehicle's

engine. Contact your RENAULT

Dealer for this information.

Have your vehicle checked and

adjusted by your RENAULT Dealer

in accordance with the instructions

in the vehicle’s warranty and

servicing booklet.

- Idling speed: this does not require

any adjustment.

Your RENAULT Dealer has all the

equipment necessary for ensuring

that your vehicle is maintained to

its original standard.

- Air filter, diesel filter: a clogged

element reduces output and must

be replaced.

2.16

ADVICE ON ANTIPOLLUTION, FUEL ECONOMY AND DRIVING (continued)

- Brake as little as possible by

Exhaust gas monitor

The exhaust gas monitor will detect

any malfunctioning of the vehicle's

exhaust gas anti-pollution system.

anticipating obstacles or bends

and then simply lifting the

accelerator pedal.

- Avoid sharp acceleration.

If this system malfunctions, toxic

substances may be released into the

atmosphere or mechanical damage

may occur.

- Do not over-rev the engine in the

intermediate gears.

Always use the highest gear

possible without labouring the

engine.

This warning light on the

instrument

panel

will

indicate if there are any

On versions with automatic

gearboxes, it is preferable to keep

the gear lever in position D.

faults on the system:

This comes on when the ignition is

switched on and goes out after three

seconds.

- Do not try to maintain the same

speed up a hill, accelerate no more

than you would on the level. Keep

your foot in the same position on

the accelerator pedal.

- If it lights up constantly, 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.

Driving

- Drive carefully for the first few

miles until the engine reaches its

normal operating temperature,

rather than let it warm up while

the vehicle is stationary.

- Double

declutching

and

accelerating before switching off

are superfluous actions in modern

vehicles.

- Speed is expensive.

- “Sporty” driving uses a lot of fuel:

drive with a “light right foot”.

- Bad weather, flooded roads

Do not drive through

floods if the depth of

water is above the lower

edge of the wheel rims.

2.17

ADVICE ON FUEL ECONOMY AND DRIVING (continued)

- It is normal to observe an increase

in fuel consumption (especially in

urban conditions) when air

conditioning is used on vehicles

equipped with air conditioning.

Switch off the air conditioning

when it is not required on vehicles

fitted

with

manual

air

conditioning.

Advice for reducing consumption

and therefore helping to preserve

the environment:

Drive with the vents open and the

windows closed.

If the vehicle has been parked in

the sun, open the doors for a few

moments to let the hot air escape

before starting the engine.

General hints

- Avoid using the vehicle for

“door-to-door” calls, (short

journeys with long waits in

between) because the engine never

reaches its normal operating

temperature.

- Electricity is “fuel”; switch off all

the electrical components which

are not really needed. However

(safety first), keep your lights on

when the visibility is bad (“see

and be seen”).

- Never fill the fuel tank right to the

brim to avoid overflow.

- Do not leave an empty roof rack

fitted to the vehicle.

- It is better to fit a trailer for bulky

objects.

Tyres

- Use the air vents. Driving with the

windows open at 60 mph

(100 km/h) will increase fuel

consumption by +4%.

- Underinflation increases fuel

consumption.

-

The use of non-recommended tyres

can increase fuel consumption.

- When towing a caravan, fit a wind

deflector and adjust it carefully.

2.18

ENVIRONMENT

Your vehicle is more than 95%

recyclable. Numerous innovations

have been perfected regarding the

vehicle design and materials used,

to make recycling easier.

Your vehicle has been designed

with the aim of caring for the

environment.

Manufacture:

RENAULT manufactured your car

in a factory which complies with

It integrates many parts made of

recycled plastics or renewable

materials (wood, cotton, natural

rubber etc.).

the

strictest

environmental

standards.

Furthermore,

RENAULT has

Make your contribution towards

protection of the environment too.

implemented a system for checking

all of the vehicle components.

- Worn parts replaced in the course

of routine vehicle maintenance

(battery, oil filter, air filter, etc.)

and oil containers (empty or filled

with used oil) must be disposed of

through specialist organisations.

Emissions:

Your vehicle is equipped with a

particle filter system including a

catalytic converter, an oxygen

sensor and an active carbon filter

(the latter prevents vapour from

the petrol tank being released into

the open air).

- At the end of the vehicle's service

life, it should be sent to approved

centres to ensure that it is

recycled.

For certain diesel vehicles, this

system also has a particle filter to

reduce the volume of soot

particles emitted.

- In all cases, comply with local

legislation.

Recycling:

RENAULT has used all its

expertise to reduce environmental

impact as far as possible during

the whole lifetime of your vehicle.

2.19

TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR

This system monitors the tyre

inflation pressure.

Operating principle

Each wheel (except the emergency

spare wheel) has a sensor in the

inflation valve which periodically

measures the tyre pressure.

The pressures must be adjusted

when the tyres are cold.

If tyre pressures cannot be checked

when the tyres are cold, assume an

increase of 0.2 to 0.3 bar (3 psi).

The system informs the driver that

the tyres are sufficiently inflated

and warns if they are under-

inflated or if there is a leak.

Never deflate a hot tyre.

This function is an

additional driving aid.

However, the function

does not take the place of

the driver. It cannot, therefore,

under any circumstances replace

the

vigilance

or

the

responsibility of the driver.

Check the tyre pressures once a

month.

2.20

TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (continued)

Fitting tyres (replacing tyres or

fitting winter tyres)

As there are special precautions to

be taken when replacing tyres, we

advise you to consult your

RENAULT Dealer.

A

D

B

C

1

2

Non-interchangeability of

wheels

To mark the correct position of the

wheel, note the colour of the ring 2

(after cleaning, if necessary) on each

valve:

- A: yellow ring

- B: black ring

- C: red ring

Each of the sensors

integrated into the valve

1 is dedicated to one

single wheel: the wheels

should not be swapped in any

circumstances.

- D: green ring

There is a risk of incorrect

information which could have

serious consequences.

2.21

TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (continued)

Emergency spare wheel

The spare wheel does not have a

sensor and so cannot be detected by

the system.

When it is fitted in the place of

another wheel, the system detects a

fault.

Replacing wheels/tyres

This system requires special

equipment (wheels, hubcaps, etc.).

Contact your RENAULT Dealer to

1

find

out

about

accessories

compatible with the system and

which may be purchased from

RENAULT outlets: the use of any

other accessory could affect the

correct operation of the system.

Display

Display 1 on the instrument panel

informs you of any possible

inflation faults (flat tyre, punctured

tyre, system fault, etc.).

The following pages show the

various warning lights, symbols and

messages.

Tyre repair aerosols

Because the valves are specially

designed, use only aerosols

approved by Renault's Technical

Department.

2.22

TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (continued)

Examples of messages which may appear on the display

"Inflate tyres: motorway"

Stop! Tyre puncture

The tyre pressure is not suitable for

the driving speed. Slow down or

inflate all four tyres to “motorway

pressure” (refer to the Tyre pressure

table).

Replace the wheel affected B or

contact a RENAULT Dealer.

A

This message appears along with

the

warning light.

"Tyre pressure sensor fault"

One

wheel

(A)

disappears,

indicating that the sensor on this

wheel is missing or faulty (e.g. if the

emergency spare wheel is fitted

etc.).

B

"Adjust tyre pressure"

A shaded wheel B, indicates a

deflated tyre.

2.23

ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM: ESP WITH CSV UNDERSTEER CONTROL

When the function begins to

operate, indicator light A flashes to

warn you.

This system helps to keep control of

the vehicle in critical driving

situations (avoiding an obstacle,

loss of grip when cornering, etc.), it

works in addition to the understeer

control system and traction control.

A

If the warning light comes on

accompanied

by

the

ASR

deselected message when the

engine is started, turn the steering

wheel from lock to lock to

reinitialise the system.

This function is an

additional aid in case

Understeer check

This system optimises the action of

the ESP in the case of pronounced

understeer (loss of front axle

holding).

of

critical

driving

conditions to allow the

vehicle behaviour to be adapted

to suit the driving conditions.

Operating principle

A sensor in the steering wheel

detects the direction selected by the

driver.

However, the function does not

take the place of the driver. It

does not increase the vehicle's

limits and should not encourage

you to drive more quickly.

Operating faults

When the system detects an

operating fault

the message

Other sensors throughout the

“ESP/ASR fault” appears on the

instrument panel along with the

vehicle

direction.

measure

the

actual

Thus, it can, under no

circumstances,

replace

the

warning light and warning

vigilance or responsibility of the

driver when manoeuvring the

vehicle (the driver must always

be ready for sudden incidents

which may occur when driving).

The system compares the direction

selected by the driver and the actual

direction of the vehicle and corrects

this as necessary by applying the

brakes selectively and/or acting on

the engine power.

light A.

Contact your RENAULT Dealer.

2.24

TRACTION CONTROL: ASR

This system helps to limit skidding

on drive wheels and to control the

vehicle when pulling away or

accelerating.

The system also adjusts the engine

speed to the grip available under the

wheels, independently of the

pressure exerted on the accelerator

pedal.

A

When the function begins to

operate, warning light A flashes to

warn you.

This function is an

additional aid in case

of

critical

driving

conditions to allow the

vehicle behaviour to be adapted

to suit the driving conditions.

However, the function does not

take the place of the driver. It

does not increase the vehicle's

limits and should not encourage

you to drive more quickly.

Operating principle

Using the wheel sensors, the system

measures and compares the speed

of the drive wheels at all times and

slows down their over-rotation.

Thus, it can, under no

circumstances,

replace

the

If a wheel is starting to spin, the

system brakes automatically until

the drive supplied becomes

compatible with the level of grip.

vigilance or responsibility of the

driver when manoeuvring the

vehicle (the driver must always

be ready for sudden incidents

which may occur when driving).

2.25

TRACTION CONTROL: ASR (continued)

Operating faults

A

When the system detects an

operating fault

the message

“ESP/ASR fault” appears on the

instrument panel along with the

warning light and warning

light A.

Contact your RENAULT Dealer.

If the warning light comes on

accompanied

by

the

“ASR

1

deselected” message when the

engine is started, turn the steering

wheel from lock to lock to

reinitialise the system.

Disabling the function

Disabling the function also disables

the ESP function.

In some situations (driving on very

wet ground: snow, mud,etc. or

driving with chained wheels), the

system may reduce the engine

power to control skidding. If this is

not required, it is possible to

deactivate the function by pressing

switch 1.

Correct this as soon as possible by

pressing switch 1 again.

The

function

is

reactivated

automatically when the ignition is

switched on or when a speed of

approximately 30 mph (50 km/h) is

exceeded.

The message “ASR disconnected”

It is impossible to deselect this

function when travelling above a

threshold of approximately 30 mph

(50 km/h).

appears

to

inform

you,

accompanied by warning light A.

2.26

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM: ABS

Under heavy braking, the system

has two principal aims, to reduce

the stopping distance and keep your

vehicle under control. However,

there is a risk that roadholding and

directional control may be lost and

the wheels may lock under braking,

depending on the nature of the

ground, weather conditions and

your reactions. The Anti-lock

Braking System (ABS) has been

designed to combat this danger.

This system also allows you to

You will feel pulsing through the

brake pedal when the system has

been activated. These tangible signs

will warn you that the adhesion

between the tyres and the ground

has reached its limit and enable you

to adapt your driving style to suit

the road conditions.

optimise stopping distances when

the adhesion of one or more wheels

becomes hazardous (wet roads,

slippery or varying road surfaces).

Although this system allows you to

make maximum use of stopping

distances, even with the ABS you

still have to take account of the

actual condition of the road surface.

It is still essential to follow the rules

of good driving practice (such as

driving at a safe distance from the

vehicle in front). The fact that the

vehicle’s safety has been increased

should not encourage you to take

risks.

The safety enhancement is that the

brake control system prevents the

wheels from locking, even if the

brakes are applied too sharply, and

allows the vehicle to be steered and

thus its direction to be controlled.

Under these circumstances it is

quite possible for the driver to steer

the vehicle and to avoid an obstacle

whilst at the same time applying the

brake.

2.27

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM: ABS (continued)

One of two situations may arise if

there is a fault in the ABS system:

1 - Orange warning lights

and

light up on the

instrument panel.

Braking is still performed, but

without the ABS system.

Contact a RENAULT Dealer as

soon as possible.

2 - The

orange

warning light and the

red brake fault

warning light, along with

,

and the message Faulty

Braking System are lit up on the

instrument panel.

This indicates that both the braking

system and the ABS system are

faulty. Your braking systems are

only

partially

operational.

The braking modulation provided

by the ABS is independent of the

effort applied to the brake pedal. In

an emergency, apply strong and

continuous pressure to the brake

pedal. There is no need to pump it

repeatedly.

However, it is dangerous to brake

suddenly and it is essential to stop

immediately, as soon as traffic

conditions allow. Contact

RENAULT Dealer.

a

2.28

BRAKE ASSIST

This system is complementary to

ABS and helps reduce vehicle

stopping distances.

Operating principle

The system detects an emergency

braking situation. If this happens,

braking

assistance

reaches

maximum power instantly.

ABS braking is maintained as long

as the brake pedal is not released.

This function is an

additional aid in case of

critical driving conditions

to allow the vehicle

behaviour to be adapted to suit the

driving conditions.

Hazard warning lights lighting

up

Depending on the vehicle, these

may light up in the event of sudden

deceleration.

However, the function does not

take the place of the driver. It does

not increase the vehicle's limits

and should not encourage you to

drive more quickly.

In this case, the hazard warning

lights may be switched off by

pressing the switch once.

Thus,

it

can,

under

replace

no

the

circumstances,

vigilance or responsibility of the

driver when manoeuvring the

vehicle (the driver must always be

ready for sudden incidents which

may occur when driving).

2.29

CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: limiter function

1

2

5

3

1

4

6

The speed limiter function helps

you not to exceed the driving speed

that you choose.

Controls

1 Main On/Off switch.

2 Limit speed memorisation and

increase switch.

3 Return

memorisation.

4 Switching the function off (with

limit speed stored)

Warning light 6

This orange indicator light lights up

on the instrument panel to indicate

that the limiter function is in

operation.

This may be useful, for example,

when driving in town or in areas

with speed restrictions (roadworks),

etc.

to

limit

speed

When the function is active, the

message “Limiter” appears on the

instrument panel accompanied by

dashes.

The system operates from a driving

speed of about 18 mph (30 km/h).

5 Limit speed memorisation and

decrease switch.

2.30

CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: limiter function (continued)

Driving

When a limited speed has been

stored and this speed is not reached,

driving is similar to driving a

vehicle without the speed limiter

1

function.

From this point, no effort on the

accelerator pedal will allow you to

exceed the programmed speed

except in an emergency (see

information on Exceeding the

limited speed).

3

2

5

4

Switching on

Changing the limit speed

Turn switch 1 to

.

The limit speed may be changed by

pressing repeatedly or continuously

on:

- button 2 to increase speed,

- button 5 to reduce speed.

The indicator light lights up in the

instrument panel and the trip

computer enters speed limiter

mode.

Limiting the speed

At a constant speed (above about

18 mph (30 km/h)) and in the

correct gear (for vehicles with

manual gearboxes), press switch 2:

the speed is stored.

The system is designed in such a

way that it is possible to detect a

difference between the cruising

speed and the speed shown on

the instrument panel.

2.31

CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: limiter function (continued)

Exceeding the limit speed

In the event of an emergency

It is possible to exceed the limit

speed at any moment, to do this:

depress the accelerator pedal firmly

and fully (beyond the kickdown

point).

Return to limit speed

It is possible to return to a stored

speed by pressing button 3 once.

The message “Limiter” appears on

the instrument panel.

3

While it is being exceeded, the set

speed flashes on the instrument

panel.

1

When the emergency situation is

over, release the accelerator pedal:

the speed limiter function returns as

soon as you reach a speed that is

lower than the speed set before the

emergency action.

4

Stopping the function

Limit speed cannot be maintained

The speed limiter function is

interrupted when you press:

In some driving conditions (for

example when driving up or down a

steep gradient), the system is unable

to maintain the cruising speed: the

stored speed on the instrument

panel information display will flash

to inform you of this situation.

- button 4, in which case the limit

speed remains stored and the

“stored” message appears on the

instrument panel,

- switch 1, in this case the limit

speed is no longer stored, and the

warning light on the instrument

panel extinguishes to confirm that

the function has been cancelled.

2.32

CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function

1

2

5

3

1

This function is an

additional driving aid.

4

However, the function does

not take the place of the driver. Thus,

it can, under no circumstances,

The speed control function helps

Controls

1 General On/Off switch

2 Cruising speed storage and

activation Increasing the cruising

speed

3 Recalling the cruising speed

4 Switching the function off (with

cruising speed storage)

replace the driver's responsibility

you to maintain your driving speed

to respect speed limits and to be

at a speed that you choose, called

vigilant (the driver must always be

the controlled speed.

ready to brake).

This set speed can be adjusted

The cruise control must not be used

continuously above 18 mph or

in heavy traffic, on undulating or

(30 km/h).

slippery

roads

(black

ice,

aquaplaning, gravel) and in bad

weather conditions (fog, rain, side

wind etc.).

5 Cruising speed storage and

activation Decreasing the cruising

speed

There is a risk of accident.

The

cruise

control

function never affects the

braking system.

2.33

CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function (continued)

Driving

Once a cruising speed is stored and

the cruise control function is active,

you may lift your foot off the

accelerator pedal.

2

5

N.B. you are advised to

keep your feet near the

1

pedals

in case of

emergency.

6

Switching on

Activating cruise control

Turn switch 1 to

.

At a steady speed (above 18 mph

(30 km/h)) and in the correct gear

Warning light 6 on the instrument

panel comes on to indicate that the

cruise control function is in

operation.

(for

vehicles

with

manual

gearboxes), press switch 2 or 5: the

function is activated and the speed

is stored.

When the function is active, the

“Cruise control” message appears on

the instrument panel accompanied

by dashes.

The system is designed in such a

way that it is possible to detect a

difference between the cruising

speed and the speed shown on the

instrument panel.

2.34

CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function (continued)

Exceeding the cruising speed

In the event of an emergency

The cruising speed may be

exceeded at any time by depressing

the accelerator pedal. Whilst the

speed is being exceeded, the

cruising speed displayed on the

instrument panel flashes.

2

Cruising

maintained

speed

cannot

be

In some driving conditions (for

example when driving up or down a

steep gradient), the system is unable

to maintain the cruising speed: the

speed flashes on the instrument

panel to inform you of this

situation.

5

Adjusting the cruising speed

The cruising speed may be changed

by repeatedly or continuously

pressing:

- key 2 to increase the speed,

- key 5 to decrease the speed.

The

cruise

control

function is in no way

linked to the braking

system.

2.35

CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function (continued)

Recalling the cruising speed

If a speed has been stored, it is

possible to retrieve it by pressing

button

3

(the “Cruise control”

message appears on the instrument

panel) on condition that you are

driving faster than 18 mph

(30 km/h) and that you are sure that

the driving conditions are suitable

(traffic, road surface condition,

meteorological conditions, etc.).

1

2

3

5

4

System standby

The function is interrupted when

you:

Stopping the function

Turn the on/off switch 1. In this

instance, the speed is not stored.

- depress the brake pedal,

The instrument panel indicator

light goes out to confirm that the

function is no longer operating.

- depress the clutch pedal or shift

into neutral if the vehicle has an

automatic gearbox,

- press off button 4.

In all three cases, the cruising speed

remains stored and the “Stored”

message appears on the instrument

panel.

There is no rapid

reduction in the vehicle's

speed when the cruise

Pressing button 2 or 5 reactivates

the cruise control function

without reactivating the stored

speed: the speed at which the

vehicle is moving is stored.

control

function

is

switched off or to standby: you

must depress the brake pedal to

brake.

2.36

AUTOMATIC GEARBOX

The lever must only be shifted to D

or R when the vehicle is stationary,

the brake pedal depressed and

accelerator pedal released.

2

You must apply the brake before

pressing the unlocking button to

move out of the P position.

1

Driving in automatic mode

Select position D. In the majority of

traffic situations, you will not have

to touch the gear lever again; the

gear will change automatically at

the right time and at the most

suitable engine speed, because the

system takes into account the

vehicle load, profile of the road and

the particular driving style you have

chosen.

3

Gear selector lever 1

Indicator display

instrument panel shows the mode

and gear selected.

3

on the

Driving

P : parking

With the lever 1 in position P or N,

switch on the ignition.

R : reverse gear

N : neutral

D : automatic mode

With your foot on the brake pedal

(warning light 2 goes out), move the

lever from position P.

4 : displays gear engaged in manual

mode

2.37

AUTOMATIC GEARBOX (continued)

How to drive economically

Driving in manual mode

Special conditions

Leave the selector in position D

(drive) on the open road. Press the

accelerator pedal lightly to ensure

With the selector lever in

In certain driving conditions (e.g.:

in order to protect the engine or

when ESP is engaged) the gearbox

may change gear automatically.

position D,

move

the

lever

towards the left:

automatic

gear

changes

at

Pushing the lever repeatedly

allows you to change gears

manually.

comparatively low engine speeds.

Likewise, to prevent incorrect

manoeuvres, a gear change may be

refused by the system: in this case

the gear display flashes for a few

seconds as a warning.

Accelerating and overtaking

Quickly depress the accelerator

pedal completely (until you pass

the point of resistance).

- To move down through the gears,

push the lever backwards.

- To move up through the gears,

push the lever forwards.

This will activate the kickdown

function allowing you to change

down to the most suitable gear.

The gear selected is displayed on

the instrument panel.

2.38

AUTOMATIC GEARBOX (continued)

Special circumstances

Parking the vehicle

- If the bends and hills on the road

do not allow you to stay in

automatic mode (e.g.: in the

mountains), we recommend that

you change to manual mode.

When the vehicle is stopped, move

the lever to position while

P

keeping your foot on the brake

pedal: the gearbox is in neutral and

the drive wheels are mechanically

locked by the driveshaft.

This will prevent the automatic

gearbox

changing

gears

Depending on the vehicle, set the

handbrake or check that the

parking brake is on (refer to the

“Parking brake” information in

Section 2).

successively when climbing, and

permit engine braking on long

descents.

- In cold weather, start the engine

and wait a few seconds before

moving the selector lever from

position P or N and engaging it in

D or R to prevent the engine

stalling.

- Vehicles not fitted with traction

control: to avoid wheelspin when

starting on a slippery or low grip

surface, change to manual mode

and select second gear before

moving off

2.39

AUTOMATIC GEARBOX (continued)

When refitting, take care to clip

base 4 correctly and to reposition

gaiter 6 correctly by pressing on its

base.

Faults

5

- When driving, if the message

6

“gearbox fault” and the

4

warning light appear on the

instrument panel, this indicates a

fault.

Contact your RENAULT Dealer as

soon as possible.

- When driving, if the message

“gearbox overheating” and the

7

warning light appear on

the instrument panel, where

traffic conditions allow, avoid

When starting, if the lever is locked

in position P even though you are

depressing the brake pedal, the

lever can be released manually. To

do this, unclip the upper section of

the cover at the base of lever 4.

leaving the lever in position D

(or R): always return to position N

when you stop.

Contact your RENAULT Dealer as

soon as possible.

- If a vehicle with an automatic

gearbox breaks down, refer to

the information on towing in

Section 5.

Press simultaneously on the mark

on the cover 7 and the unlocking

button on lever 5.

2.40

PARKING PROXIMITY SENSOR

Operating principle

Proximity sensors located in the

rear bumper “measure” the distance

between the vehicle and an obstacle

when reversing.

This measurement is indicated by

beeps which become more frequent

the closer you are to the vehicle,

until they become one continuous

beep when the obstacle is

approximately 25 centimetres from

the vehicle.

This function is an

additional aid which

indicates the distance

between the vehicle and an

obstacle when reversing by means

of audible signals.

Note: make sure that the ultrasonic

sensors are not blocked (dirt, mud,

snow, etc.).

Under no circumstances should

Operating faults

it

replace

vigilance

and

When the system detects a fault a

beep sounds for 5 seconds as a

warning when reverse gear is

selected. Contact your RENAULT

Dealer.

responsibility on the part of the

driver when reversing.

The driver should always pay

attention to sudden events which

may occur when driving: always

ensure that there are no moving

obstacles, such as a child, animal,

pram or bicycle, etc., or small,

narrow objects such as stones or

bollards, in your path when

manoeuvring.

2.41

PARKING PROXIMITY SENSOR (continued)

1

Temporary deactivation of the

system

Prolonged deactivation of the

system

Press switch 1 to deactivate the

You can deactivate the system

permanently by pressing the switch

for longer than approximately three

seconds.

system.

The indicator light built into the

switch lights up to remind you that

the system is deactivated.

The indicator light built into the

switch remains on permanently.

Pressing the switch again will

reactivate the system and switch off

the indicator light.

The system, once deactivated, can

be reactivated by pressing the

button again for longer than

approximately three seconds.

The system is automatically

reactivated after the ignition is

switched off and the engine

restarted.

2.42

PARKING PROXIMITY SENSOR (continued)

When reverse gear is selected, the

system switches automatically to

manoeuvre mode.

Manual activation/ deactivation

of the front and rear parking

proximity sensor

Any object located less than

approximately 1 metre away from

the front and/or less than

1.50 metres from the rear of the

vehicle is detected and a beep

sound is emitted.

Press switch 1 quickly to deactivate

the system.

The warning light on the switch

comes on to remind you that the

system has been deactivated; the

message “Parking proximity sensor

deactivated” appears on the

instrument panel for approximately

10 seconds.

If there are obstacles located close

to both the front and rear of the

vehicle, only the closest of the two

will be acknowledged and the

corresponding front or rear beep

sound will be emitted.

1

You can reactivate the system by

pressing the switch again: the

warning light will go out and the

message “Parking proximity sensor

activated” will be displayed on the

instrument panel for approximately

10 seconds.

If obstacles are detected both to

the front and to the rear of the

vehicle at the same time, and they

are both within 30 centimetres

Vehicles fitted with front and

rear parking proximity sensor

Operation

As long as the vehicle is being

driven at a speed below 7 mph

(12 km/h) or thereabouts, the

parking proximity sensor system

remains on.

from

the

vehicle,

the

The

system

will

reactivate

corresponding front and rear

beeps will be emitted alternately.

automatically each time the engine

is switched off.

Any object located less than

approximately 60 centimetres

away from the front of the vehicle

is detected and a beep sound is

emitted.

When the vehicle is being

driven at a speed below 7 mph

(12 km/h), certain noises (motor

cycle, lorry, pneumatic drill,

etc.) may trigger the beeping

sound.

2.43

PARKING PROXIMITY SENSOR (continued)

In this case you can reactivate the

Automatic activation/

system by pressing switch 1 for

longer than three seconds: the

warning light on the switch goes

out and the message “Parking

proximity sensor activated” will

be displayed on the instrument

panel for approximately 10

seconds.

deactivation of the system

The system is activated when

the vehicle is being driven at a

speed below 7 mph (12 km/h)

approximately.

The system deactivates:

- when the parking brake is

applied;

- when the vehicle speed is above

7 mph (12 km/h);

1

- when the vehicle is stationary for

more

than

five

seconds

approximately (such as when in

a traffic jam or waiting at red

lights, etc.);

Manual activation/ deactivation

of the front and rear parking

proximity sensor

You can deactivate the system

permanently by pressing the

switch 1 and holding it down for

approximately three seconds.

- when the vehicle is in neutral or

when the gear lever has been

shifted to N or P for automatic

gearboxes;

- if a caravan or trailer is fitted

with a detection system.

The warning light in the switch

stays on and the message “Parking

proximity sensor deactivated”

appears on the instrument panel

for approximately 10 seconds.

When the vehicle is being driven at

a speed below 7 mph (12 km/h),

certain noises (motor cycle, lorry,

pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger

the beeping sound.

2.44

Driving for Your Renault Scenic 4 Door Second Generation (2003-2009)

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