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Welcome to your new RENAUEI'

Thio driver's handbook rontains lhe information necessruy:


• to enable you to gee to l:now your RENi\ULT. to use it to lhe best ad\'lllltage and to benefit from alllhe latest technical
de\·elopments wliich are i.Dcorporated into it.
• to ensure that it always gh·es the best performance by following lhe simple, but rigorous. advice conc:uning regular
maintennncc. •
• to enablo you to deal quickly with minor foults not nlquiring specialist nncntion.
it is weU worth taking a few minutes to road this handbook to familiarise yourself wilh lhe information and guidelines it
contains about the vehicle and its inllovative foatures. Ifcertain points are still unclear, !he technicians in our Network will
be only too pleased to provide you with any odditional information you require.

To belp you when reading this handbook. you will find the following symbol:

~ To indicate a hazard, dan&er or safely advice.

The description of lhe model$gi"en in this handbook is based on the tochnlcal specifications atlhe lime or writing. 'l1lis
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Enjoy driving your new RENAULT.


• Tyre pressures .............................................................................................. 0.04 - 0.05
• RENAULT Card: use ................................................................................. 1.02 - 1.08
• Child restraints .......................................................................................... 1.32 - 1.42
• Warning lights (instrument panel) .......................................................... 1.44 - 1.71
• Starting/stopping the engino ...................................................................... 2.03 - 2.04
• Driving ........................................................................................................ 2.02 - 2.32
Tyre Pressure Monitor ......................................................................... 2.13 - 2.16
Electronic Stability Program: ESP .................................................................. 2.17
Thlction control: ASR ............................................................................. 2.18 - 2.19
Emergency brake assist .................................................................................... 2.22
Cruise control/speed limiler ................................................................ 2.23 - 2.28
• Heating/air conditioning ........................................................................... 3.02 - 3.16
• Bonnet/maintenance .................................................................................. 4.02 - 4.14
• Practical ad\'ice (changing bulbs. fuses. breakdown.
operating faults) ........................................................................................ 5.02 - 5.37

0.01

Sections
Getting to know your vehicle

Driving .............................................................................................................. .

Your comfort

Maintenance

Practical advice .......................................................................................... .

Technical specifications

Alphabetical index ....................................................................................

0.03
TYRE PRESSURES (in bar or kg/cm' when cold)

&.5 I 15 6,5 J 15 6.5 J 17 6.5 J 15 8,5 J 17


8,5 I 16 6.5 J 18 8,5 J 16
8,5 J 17

NCIIl·IDDIOrway 1118
• Front 2.2 2.2 22 2.2 2.3
• Rear 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0

Motorway use (I)


• Front 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.4 2.5
• Rear 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0

Emergency spare wheel 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.4 2.5

Tyre safety aod u.se of snow chains


Rerer to ·TyrllS" in Section 5 for information on maintenance and, depending on tho ,-crsion. the conditions under which snow
chains may be fitted to tho vehicle.

(!)Special note concerning vehicles used when fully laden (maximum permissible all-up weight) and toning a trailer.
The maximum speed must be limited to 60 mJ>b {100 lcmJh) and the tyro pressure iucrcascd by o.z bar.
Refer to the information on '•Weights" in Sechon 6 for more details.
0.04
TYRE PRESSURES (in psi when cold)

8.5 J 17 8.5 J 15 6.5J17


6.5 I 16

NIIHDalonray -
• Fronl 32 32 32 32 33
• Rear 29 29 29 29 29

Molorway use (1)


• Front 32 33 35 35 36
• Rear 29 29 29 29 29

~cy spare wbeel 32 33 35 35 36

Tyro safety and use of snow chains


Refer to •Tyros" in Section 5 for in formation on maintcnnnoa and, depending on tile version. the conditlons under which snow
chains may be fitted to the vehicle.

(1) Special note concerning vehicl.. u~ under full load (maximum pennissiblo nil-up weight) and to\\1ng a trailer.
The maximum speed must be limited to 60 m_Ph (100 km/h) and tbe tyre pressure increased b\" 3 psi.
Refer to the infomJation on ··weights" in SectJOll 6 for more details. ·
0.05
Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle

RENAVLT Card: general information. use. deadlocking .................................................................. 1.02 - 1.06


Doors ..................................................................................................................................................... 1.09 -1.13
RENAULT Anti-intruder Device {Ri\ID) ......................................................................................................... 1.14
Engine immobi liser 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 .. 1.26
in addition to the roar seat belts ............................................................................ 1.29
lateral .................................................................................... rt_i................................. 1.30
Child safely ....................................................................................................................~...J)J ....... ....... 1 .32 ·• 1.42
Tune and external temperature ............. ~ ........................................................................................................ 1.43
Dn.verI,s p OSlhO
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V. ~- 'e7l:............... .44 .... 1.47
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Insmunent pan.,~ ...............: ....................................................................... (:i9~-~ .......................... 1.46 - 1.71
'Ii:ip computer an~ system ........................................................... ,..." -.......................... 1.60- 1 .71
Steering wheel ..........: ...................................~.......... e-.........Sl0R...... .................... ...... ............. ........ ............ . 1.72
Rear-view mirrors .................................................................................................................................. 1.73 - 1.74
Audible and visual warnings .......................................................................................................................... 1.75
Lighting and exterior signals .............................................................................................................. 1.76 ... 1.76
Headliglll beam adjustment ............................................................................................................................. 1.79
Screen wasb/"~pe .................................................................................................................................. 1.60 · 1.82
Fuel tank {filli.ng with fuel) .................................................................................................................. 1.63 - 1.84
1.01
RENAULT CARD: general infonnation
The RENAULT Card is used for:
~ - locking/unlocking the doors and
luggage companment (doors.
luggage companment) and the fuel
filler flap (refer to the follo"ing Advice
pages): Do not keep your RIDIAULT Card
- the automatic closure of electric where it oowd be bent or damaged
\\;ndows and tho sunroor. refer to accidentally. such as in a back
the information on Electric pocket where you might sit oo it.
windows with automatic closillg
in Section 3 (de!Xlnding on
vehicle):
- starting the engine. sec "Starting
the engine" in Section 2.

RENAULT Card Battery life


1 - Unlocl:ing all doors and the It is powered by a b•llel')' which
luggage compartmeoL
z - Locking all doors and luggage
must be replaced when the message
''Replace card battery" appears on
ibe instrument panel (refer to
m Driver's responsibility
IQ animal)
Never leave a child (or
compartment "RENAULT Card: batteries" in alone In the vehicle
3- Locking/Unlocking the luggage Section 5). with tho RENAUlJ' Card
compar1mont. inside. They might start the engine
4 • Integrated security key. or operate electrical equipment
Range of the RENAULT Card such as the electric windows and
This varies according to the there is a risk that they may trap
environment. It is therefore part of their bodv (neck. ann.s,
important to take care when hands, etc.). Risk ol serious Injury.
handling the RENAUJ..T Card that
you do not lock or unlock the doors
by inad vertently pressing the
buttons.

1.02
RENAULT Card: general information (continued)

Replacement, need for an


additional RENAULT Card
A new RENAULT Card may be
obtained from vonr Dealer in the
event of loss. •
If a RENAULT Card is replaced, it
will be necessary to take the
vehicle and all its RENAUl.:l' Cards
to vour RENAULT Dealer to
Integrated securio/ key 4 initiSlise the system.
or separate secunty key 5
(depending on vehicle) You can use up to four RENAULT
Cards per vehicle.
It is only used in exceptional For instructions on how to use the
circmnstances. it locks or unlocks emergency kcv, see .. Locking I
the left-hand side door if the unlocking the doors". Faulty Rfu'IIAULT Card.
RENAULT Card does not work: Once vou have entered the vehicle Make sure the batlery is always in
· vehicle located in a high with the belp of the emergency key, good condition; it has a service life
electromagnetic radiation zone: insert the RENAULT Card in the of approxin1ately two years.
- use of devices using the same card reader in order to be able to
frequency as the card: start the engine. See "RENAl;'LT Card: batteries" in
Section 5.
· wear on the RENAULT Card
battery, flat battery, etc.

1.03
Unlocki.ng the doors Unlockingllocking the luggage
Press the unlocking button 1. compartment only
Press tb o button 3 LOlUllock or lock
Unlocking is indicated bv one flash the luggage companmenl.
of the hazard warning lights and the
side repeaters. The hazard wamins lights and side
repeatetS flash onoo to indicate
Speci al notes (for some countries): urilocking if the vehicle doors are
- only tho driver's door is opened by locked.
pressing button 1 once, The h112ard warning Ugbts and side
- the other doors can be opened by repeatetS Rash twice to indicate that
pressing button 1 twice. the tailgate is locked if the ,-ehiclo
doors are locked.

1.04
RENAULT CARD IN HANDS-FREE MODE: use

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Hands-Free RENAULT Card Unlock ing the doors and boot


In addition t o lhe RENAULT Card Approoch \'Our vehide C8ll'}ing
rolllO(e control functions, certain your RENAI.JLT Card.
models are equipped with a
bands-free RENAULT Card. This As soon as \'Ou place vour hand
enables: behind 8 dOOf handle 2 Or \'OU Dress
luggogo compartment b utton :i. lhe
· the doors, boot and the fuel filler ,·eh1cle unlock• {if the vehicle has
flap to be unlocked/locked if tlte not been u nlocked for al least Uuee
card is within acccs..'> range 1; clays it will be necessary to p ull on
- the engin e to be started whe n the the ha ndle twice).
card is in the passauller Unlocking is indicated bv one flash
compartment (refer to "Startmg
the engine" in Section 2). or the hazard Wltnling lights and the W Never leave your veh icle
slcln ropt>alors. ~ "ith the RENAULT Card
inside.

1.05
RENAULT CARD IN HA.l'IDS-FREE MODE: use (continued)
If rou \\1Sh to confirm locking after
usmg the RENAULT Card or the
b uttons o n the handles, you h•ve
approximately three se<;onds to lrv
tile door handles without them
unlocking.
Then the bands·free mode is active
again. and any mo\•cmcnt of the
handle will unlock tho doors.

Locking the doors and luggage


com partment
Holding the RENAULT Card and If a door or the lugg~~go
11.\l Dri\'e r's responsibility
\\ith the doors and luggage compartment is open or not ~ N9\·cr leave a child (or
compartmen t closed, press button 4 p roperly sh ut, or if a RENAULT animal) alone in tho
0 11 one of the handles 2 or bu tton 5
on 1he luggage companment lid.
The side repeaters and hazard
Care\ is inserted in the reader, the
d oors and tailgate quickly Jock then
unlock and the hazard warning
I vehicle w ith
Iu>NAULT Card inside. They
the
migllt start the engino or operate
electrical equipment (electric
warning lights Dash twice to lights and side repeaters do not
flesh. windows) and tfiere is a risk that
indir.ate that the doors have been they may trep part of their body
locked. (nod, lll1l\S, hands, etc.). Risk of
serious injury.
Note: the RENAULT Card must be
within the range of tho vehicle for
locking to be possible using the
buttons.

1.()6
DEADLOCKING
To activate deadlocking
Vehicle fitted with electric
Ytindo"'-s on the rear doors
· press button 1 l\\;r.e in quick
succession~
· or press the exterior door handle
buttons or the lugg;um
compartment logo twice in qui~
sua;ession.
Vehicle fitted with manual window
controls on the rear doors
Before leaving the vehicle, press the
lower part of switch 2 (the
integrated indicator light comes on].
Press the top part of the switch to
Deadlocking the doors and lu~age unlock the doors.
compartment (for some countnes)
This allows you to lock the doors In all cases
and luggage compartmom and to The hazard warning li$hu fl"'h five
pnlvent the doors fro m being times to indicate locklng.
opened with the interior handles
(liy breaking the \\illdow and then Note: this function can be activated
~ing lo open the doors from the by pressing the door handle buttons
inside). located on the same side ,,.;ce in
quick succession (example:
front/rear left·hand side or
front/rear right-hand side).
fAl Neveruse deadlocking if
~ someone is still inside the
vehicle.

1.07
RENAULT CARD USED IN RESTRicrED MODE

U~ the RENAULT card in


restricted mode (depending on
the vehicle)
lu certain situation• (vehicle in the When tho RENAULT card is in
care of a t hird party. e.g. parking restricted use mode. t he only
a ttendant. mechanic agent. etc.) you actions pcnnitted are unlocking the
may wish to restrict operation of the driver's door and starting the
RENAULT card. ,-ehicle (lhc pa.s..<enger sido and Interior locl:ing I unlocldng
tailgato remain locked). control il is deactiva~ed while the
Have both cards at hand. Insert a ,·ehiclc is used with the RENAULT
card into reader 3 then press To cancel rostrictcd mod~. start the card in rostrictod modo.
buttons 1 and 2 on the secon d card vehi cle using the RENAUI.:r card in
si.multaneously. The vehicle lockB. non-rcstl'icted mode. Only one RENAULT r.nrd may
than the driver's door u nlocks. restricted at any one time.
When the RENAu'LT card is While ono RENAULT card Is beino
inserted in the reader. ~ctcd use used in l"e$tricled modo, tho sewn;!
mode becomes operational. card remains fully opemtional.

1.08
OPENING AND CLOSING TilE DOORS
Card reminder buzzer
A beep will let you know if you
have left the card in the reader when
you open U1e driver's door, and the
message ..Remove card'' will appear
on the instrument panel.
Special note
The lights and accessories operatino
when the engine is switched oft
(radio, air conditioning, etc.) "ill
continue to function.
They will stop when the driver's
door is opened.

Opening the doors from the Opening the doors from the Door I l~ggage compartment
outside inside open remuider
Once the doors bave been unlocked Pull handle 2. If a door or the tailjlatc is open or not
or "~th
the hands-free RENAULT properly dosed, tne message ''door
Card on your person, pull handle 1 open" or "luggage compartment
towards you to open U1e doo,-. Lights on warning buzzer open" (depending on which is
open) will appear on the instrument
A warning buzzer "~ll sound when panel along "ith a warning light as
a door is opened if you have left the soon as the vehicle reaches a speed
lights s~vitchcd on after switching of approximately 6 mph (10 krillh).
off the 1grution.

1.09
OPENING AND CLOSING TilE DOORS (continued)

~ Safety of rear occupants


~ The driver can inhibit
operation of the rear
electric \\Wdows and doors
by presslng switch 3 on tho side
witfi the icon.
Child safety Driver's responsibility Other cases
Vehicles fitted ,.;th switch 3 with Ne•·er leave your vehicle without Press switch 4 and chock from the
integrated indicator light removing the RENAULT card from inside that the doors are securely
Press s,.;tch 3 to lock the roar doors Inside and never leave a child (or a locked, to prevent the rear doors
and pre•·ent operatloo of the rear pet) unsupervised. With the l:ey in being opened from inside.
electric windows. ihe ignition it would be possible to
o_perate the electric windows and
The indicator light built into the there is a risk that the child may be
"''~tch lights up to confirm that the seriously injured (by tmpping his
doors are locked. or her neck, arm, hand, etc.). If
something ~ts trapD&d, reverse the
direction of traVel as soon as
possible by pressing the relevant
~ If there is a fault. you will ilwitch.
~ hear a beep and the
int.ated indicator light
will not light up.
'~ ·.
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:
· vehicle located in a high
electromagnclic radiation zone;
·other equipment is operating on
the same troqucncy as the Card
(mobi le phono, etc.):
· wear on tlte RENAULT Card
battery. disChllf80d battery, etc.
It is possible: Use of the integral emergency
• to use the security key (integrated key 2
into tlte card o r separate. Remo,·e c:over A at notch 1 (using the Insert the key 2 into the lock •nd lock
depending on tho vehicle) for the end of the emergency key). or unlock the door.
driver's door;
· to manually lock each oftho doors:
· to use tho interior locking I
unlocking door cxmtrol refer to
"lntcrior locl:inglunlocldng door
cxmtrol" in Section 1.

1.11
LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS (continued)

Using the separate security Manual door locking


key 3 (dcpend.i!1g on vehicle) 1\.un thcscrew4 with the door open
Insert key 3 into the lock of the (using a tool such as a Oat-head
left-hand doot and lock or unlock screwdriver) and close the door.
the door. 11Us is then locked from tho
outside.
The door can on!y be opened from
the inside of the vehicle.

1 .12
LOCKING/UNLOCKING TilE DOORS (continued)
Locking the doors and luggage Door and tailgate status
compartment without tlie indicator light
RENAULT Card When the ignition is switched on,
With the engine stopl'ed and a front the integrated indicator light tells
door open. press "'"tch 5 for more ,·ou whether or not the doors and
than five seconds. iailgate arc loc.kcd:
When the door is closed ;ill the • indicator light on, the doors and
doors and luggage compartment luggage compartment are locked;
will be locked. · indicator light off. the doors and
luggage compartment are
lt will only be possible to unlock the urilockcd.
vehicle from outside using the
RENAULT Card. When you lock the doors, the
indicator licl>t remains lit for
approximatefy one minute then
goes out.
Interior locking I unlocking
switch
The S\,;tcb 5 controls the doors. the
luggage compartment and the fuel
filler llap simultaneously.
If a door or the tailgatc is open or not
properly closed, the doors and
~'!:kY;. compartment lock/unlock
If you decide to keep the
doors locked when you
If transporting an object with a are driving. remember
door/tailgate open: with the engine that it may be more
stopped. press the switch 5 for more difficult for those assisting you
than five seconds to lock the other Never leave your vehicle
with the RENAULT Card to gain access to your vehicle in
doors and luggage compartment. inside. the event of an emergency.

1.13
RAID FUNCITON (RENAULT anti-intruder device)
You can decide to activate this Faults
function if you wish. If you notice a fault (automatic
locki ng not working, indicator light
To activate incorporHted into button 1 d oes not
With the ignJtion on, press central light up when the doors are locked.
door locking button l for etc.). first check that that all the
approximately live SIXOnds, until doors and the tailgato are properly
you hear two beeps. closed. If they are closed correctly.
contact your RENAUli Dealer.
To deactivate
With the ignition on, p ress central
door locldng butto n 1 for
approximatoly live seconds. until
you bear a beep.

Operating principle
When the vehicle mo\"es o ff, the
svstem locks the doors
oUtomaticallv as soon as you roach a
speed of 6 mph (to km/h).
The door is unlocked:
- by pressing door unlocking
button 1.
If you decide to keep the - by opening a front door (\·ohicle
doors locked when }"OU station8f)·).
are dri ,ing, remember
that it may be mora Note: If a door is opened. it " ill
dJflicult for those assisting you automatically be locked ogai.n
to gain access to your vehicle in when the velliclo reaches a speed
the eveot of en emergency. of approximatoly 6 mph (10 Janlh).

1 .14
ENGINE IMMOBllJSER
11lis prevents the vehicle being
driven bv anyone not In possession
of the vehicle's RENAULT Card.
The vehicle is automatically
protected n few seconds after the
engine is switchad oil

Operating principle Indicator lights


When the engine is started. Vehicle protection Indicator light
indicator l.Wlt 1 comes on for a few After the ignition has been S\\itched
seconds ani!. then goes out (refer to off. the inllicator light 1 will flash
"Starling the engine'' In Section 2). and the \'Chide is protected.
If the code is not recognised, the
card roader flashes rnpidly and Utc
vehiclo cannot be started.
Any unaut.horised work
carried out on the engine
immobiliser (computers.
wiring. etc.) could bo
dangerous. it must be earned out
by trained RENAULT network
personnel.

1.15
ENGINE IMMOBILISER (continued)

Operating fault indicator light


If the warning light continues to If the RENAULT Co.rd is faulty (card
flash or st~ys on permanently reader flashes rapidly). use the
foliO\>ing an attempt to start the second RE!\AULT Card (supplied
engine. t1Us indicates an operating with the vehicle) if possible.
fault io the system. In this event, it is essential to
contlcl a RENAULT Dealer who
alone is qualified to repair the
engioe immobiliser system.
If the hand.s-hree RENAULT Ca!'d is
affected by Interference or not
recognised. Insert it into the card
rc.1dcr 2.

1.16
FRONT HEADREST

Headrests with tab 1: To remove the headrest


To fit the headrest Press b utton 2 !IDd lift the headrest
Slide it upwanls to the required to release it.
height.
To refit the headrest
To lower the headrest Insert tho headrest rods into the The headrest is important
Press tab 1 and lower the headrest to sleeves, with the notches facing the for safety. Ensure that it is
the roquit"ed height. front. in place and in the correct
Move tab 1 forwards and lower tho position. The distance
headrest to the required height. between your head and the
To adjust the angle of the headrest headrest should be as small as
Depending on the vehicle. move P."""ible. The top of your head
section A of the headrest forwards $bould be in line with the top oftb&
or backwards until it fools headrest.
comfortable.

1 .17
REAR HEADREST

Position for use Storage position


Raise the headrest to the maximum Press tab 3 and lower the headrest
and then, tVith the headrest pullod completely.
towards you. lower it until it locks.
Tbe headrest does not lower fullv. The fully-lowered position of the
To do this. press tab 1 and push the headrest is a storage position: it
heaclrost simultaneously. should not be used when the seat is
occupied.

To remove the headrest


Pr$ss tab l , then remove the The bead rest is important
headrest. for safety. Ensure tliat it is
in place and in the corroct
position.
To refit the headrest
Insert the rods into the sleeves,
press tab 1 and lower tho headrest.

1.18
FRONT SEATS

To move forwards or backwards To adjust the lumbar support of the


Lift handle 3 on the door side to driver's seat To maintain the
unlcx:k. Release the handle at the Adjust the wheel 4. effectiveness of tho seat
desired position and make s ure that belts, we advise you to
it is locked. wear 1hc seat belt flat ovor
your shoulder.
To tilt the seatback Make sure the soatback is locked in
Uft the lever on tho centre console place conect.ly.
side 1 and tilt the seatback to the Nothing should be plaoed oo the
desired angle. Door (area lo front of driver) as
such objects mnv slide under the
To adjust the height of the driver's (lOdal during braking manoeuvres.
seal: thus obstructing its use.
~-love the lm·er 2 as many times as for s.1fcty reasons. only
nocessan-: adjust the seats when tho
· upwards to raise the seat: vehicle is stationary.
• downwards to lower tl1e seat.

1.19
FRONT SEATS (continued)

Access to the rear seats Heated seats


(three-door versions) With tho ignition on. press S\\~tch 6
lift lever 5 and slide the seat for the required seat. A mes"!'S9
forwards. appears on the instrument panel o r
To relllrn the sent to its original o warning light integrated in tho
position (stored position) on the S\\itch comes on.
ilriver's side, slide the seat
backwards until it locks.

1.20
SEAT BELTS
Alwavs wear your seat bell when Adjusting your driving position
travelling in your ,·ehlcle. You must • Sit well back in your seat (ba><ing
also comply "'ill> the local removed your coal o r jacket). This
legislation o f the particular couotry is essential to ensure your back is
you are in. positioned correctly.
Before d rh.;ng off: • Adjust the d l$tance between tbe
· First ensure that your drhing seat and the pedals. Your seat
position is correct, should be as far back n.• possible
. Then adjust your seat belt to wbile still allowing you to
provide maximum protection. depress the c:lutch pedal fully.
The scatback should bo adjusted
so that your anns aro sllghll v bent
when you hold the steering
wheel.
• Adjust the position of your
headrest. Por safety rcnsons. the Adjusting the seat belts
top of your head should be in Une Sit ";tb your back ftnnly against the
with the top of tlte h e<~drest. seatback
m lncomclly adjusted seal
~ bolts moy cause injuries
• Adjusting the hei3ht of tbe seat.
This adjusuncnt allows you to
The shoulder suap 1 s hould be as
close to the base of your neck as
in the event of an select the seal position w hich possible but not on il
accident. offers you the beSt possible ,.;ow. The lap strep 2 should bo wom Oat
Even pregnant women should O\'Cr your thighs and against your
wear a seat bolt. In this instance. • Adjusting the position of the pehu.
ensure that the lap belt is not steering wheel. The belt should be worn so that it is
exerting too much pressure on as close to your body os possible. i.e.
the abdomen but do not allow avoid \\·eari!'S heavy clothing or
any slack. keeping bulky objects u nder the
belts.

] .21
SEAT BELTS (continued)
Fastening (continued)
If your belt becomes completely
1ammed:
- pull the belt slowly hut firmly so
ihat juM o,·er an inch (3 cm)
unwinds;
· then allow the belt to rewind
aUiomatlcallv:
- um,;nd it aiain:
- if tho fault persists, contact your
RENA Ut.:r Dealer.

Unlocking
Press button 5 on buckle 6 and the
seat belt will be rewound 11\· the seat
Adjusting the height of the seat Fastening belt inonia reel. •
belt Unwind the belt slowly and Guide lho buckle to help the
Press button 3 to select the seal bolt smoothly and ensure that tongue 4 operation.
adjustn1eut height so that shoulder locks into buckle 6 (che<:k 11Ial il Is
strap 1 is worn as abo\·e: lock.ed hy pulling on tongue 4). If
- to lower tho seal belt, push the belt jams before it is latched.
control 3 IUld lower the seal belt allow it to return before attempting
simullalleously, to Ull\\;nd it again.
- to raise the scat belt. push
control 3 upwArds.
Make sure that the seat belt is
locked in position correctly a~cr
you bave adjusted IL

1 .22
:EAR SEAT BELTS
Rear side and centJ·e seal belts
The belts arc locked. unlocked ond
adjusted in the same wny ns the
front belts.

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.

m .
~
1\o adjustments may be made to the original component parts of the resbaint system (belts. seats and theJ
mountmgs).
For special applications (e.g. lltting child seats) contact your RENAULT Dealer.
• Do not use de,'ices which give any slack in the belts (e.g. clothes pegs, clips, etc.): a seat belt w hich is worn too loose!
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 cblld on your lap with your seat be:
around them.
• The belt should never bo twisted.
• Seat bolts should be replaood after a serious accidenL Likewise. replace your seat belts as soon as they show any sign
Of WP.ar.

• When refitting the rear bench soot, take care that the seat bolts are correctly positioned so t.hot they can be usOi
properly.
• If nCQls:wy, readjust the position and tightness of the belt.
• Make sure that !he tongue is inserted into the appropriate buckle.

1.24
ADDffiONAL EQUIPMENT TO THE FRONT SEAT BELT
These are: • Have the entire restraint
• buckle pretensioners, system checked following
• lap pretensioners (5-door an accident.
"ersion only).
• No o~tion whatsoever is
• cbest force limilers, permitted on any part of the
• front passenger and driver's system (pretensioners. airllouts.
airl!ags, computers. w;ring) and me
• anti-submarining airbags (3-door system components must not bo
\'Crsion only). rirused on any other vehicle. even
if identical
These systems aro designed to act
independently or toaethcr when the • To avoid premature triggering of
vehicle is subjected to a frontal the system which may cause
impact. injury, only qualified RENAULT
Network personnel mny work on
Depending on the foroo of the impact the pretensionar and airbag
the system mny nr.ll vatc: Pretensioners system.
. seat belt locktl~g; With tlJo ignition switched on, if
·the buckle pretonsionor [which is there is a severe frontal impact and • Testing of the electric trigger
triggered to take up the seat belt depending on tho severity of the system may only be carried out by
play): impact. tl:ie system may activate: a specially triUned technician
· the lap bell protensioner or the - the piston 1 which immodiately using special equipment.
anti-snbmarinmg nirbaa to keep the rotrnr:ts the seat bolt:
occupant in their seal. ilte front low · piston 2 oo the front S08IS (5-door • When the vehicle is saappcd.

~
volume front aiJbeg and force lad RENAULTDealerfor
\'ersion).
limiten: dis oftbepn!lensionerand
or · gas generators.
- the large ,-olwne front airbag.
· the anti-submarining airbag (3-door
version only).
The pretensioners hold tl1e scat belt
against the oocupanl's bodv, holding
tbc occupant more securely against
the seal. tlms increasing the seat
belt's efficiency.
ADDffiONAL EQUIPMENT TO THE FRONT SEAT BELT (continued)
Force limiler Driver and passenger airbags
Above fl certain severity of impact. Anal mug is fitted for both the driver
this mechanism is used to limit the and the fron t passenger seats.
force of the beh against the body so The presence of this equipment is
that it is at an acceptable leveL indicated b,· the word Air~ on the
steering w&eel and the dasnboard
(airbug <one A) nnd a label on the
bnse of the windscreen.
Each alrbag systom consists of:
- an airbeg and gas generator fined
to the steering wheel for the driver
and in the dashbo.trcl for the front
passenger;
• an intelligent computer for both
systems. which includes nn
impact sensor and a monitor
controlling tho electrical trigger
system for the gas 8encrator:
- one single waming light
tho instrument panel:
m on

· an advanced front sensor


completes the system. The airbag system uses the '
principles of pyrotechnics. This
explains why, when the ail·bag
inflates. it will ~nerate heat.
produce smoke (this does not moan
that n fire is about to start) and
make a noise upon detonation. In a
situalion where an airbag is
required, it \\ill in llnte
immediately and this may C3use
some minor, Sllperlicial grazing to
the skin.

1.26
ADDITIONAL EQUIPl\iiENT TO THE FRONT SEAT BELT (continued)

Operation Special reatu:re of the front Operating raults


This S\'Stem is only operational airbag Warning light 1 will lisht "11 on the
whon the ignition is S\\itched on. Depen~ on the sc,·ority of instrument panel when the ~gnition
Ifa severe frontal impact occu:rs. the impact, me front airbng has two is turned on and then go out arter a
ailbags inOoto rnpidly, cushioning dep loyment volumes an d an few seconds.
the impact of tl1o driv~r's h~d and integral v~nlilation system to If it does not light up when t ho
chest against Lhe steering wheel and pre\'cnt burns from tho nxhnust ig~Uon is switc hed o n. 01' comes: on
the front passengers b ead against gasos: when the engine is nmning. there is
~1e dashboard. The airbnos then · "small ,·olwne" airbag. this Is the a fault in t ho system.
deflate immodiatelv so ihat the first stage of operation;
passengers are not Impeded in any Consult your RENAULT Dealer as
• "huge ,·olume" airbag. the airbag soon as possible. Your protection
way when leaving the ,·ehicle. soams rip so that a larger volume will be reduced until thts fault is
of gas is released into the bag (for rectified.
the must se,-ere impacts).

1.27
ADDffiONAL EQUIPMENT TO THE FROI\l'f SEAT BELT (continued)
All the follo"ing warnilljlS arc given so that the airbag is n ot ob•1ructod in any way when it is inflated and also to prevent
the risk of serious injunes caUsed by item., which may be dislodged when the airbag inflates.

W Warnings con cerning the driver's oirbag


~ • Do not modify the steering wheel or the cushion.
• Do not cover tho steering wheel cushion.
• Do not a ttach any objects [badge. logo. clock, lelephone holder, etc.) to the steering wheel cushion.
• The steering wheel must not be removed (excepl by qualified personnel from tlw RENAULT network).
• When driving, do not sil loo close to the steer~ wheel. Sit with your arms slightly bent (see information on
"Adjustlngyo~r driving position .. in Section 1). Tlns will allow su fficient space for tlie alrbag to inflato proporly and
be fully effectlvo.

Warnings concerning the p assenger airbag


• Do nol attach or glue any objects (pins, logo, clock. telephone holder, etc.) to the dashboard in the airbag zone.
• Nothing should be p laood bctwoon the dashboard and the passenger (a pel. umbrella, walking stick. parcels. etc.).
• The passenger must noI put his or her feet on the dashboard or seal as there is a risk that serious injuries may occur. As
a general nilc. keep all parts of the body (knees. hands, head. etc.) well away from the dashbOard.
• The p assonge1· alrbags should be reactivated as soon as the child seal is removed. to ensure the protection oft he front
passenger in tho event of an impact.

A REAR·FACING CHILD/BABY SEAT !\.1UST NOT BE fillED TO TilE FRONT P ASSENGER SEAT UNLESS TilE
ADDmONAL1U:STRAlNI' SYSTEMS, I.E. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG, ARE DEACJlVATED. (refer to "Deactivation
of front passenger ailbags" in Section 1).

WamiJJ&t couceming the mti-submarinlQs airbas


When trisgered. the anti-submarining airbag could project objects left oo the seat cushion with some force.

1.28
ADDffiONAL SYSTEMS TO 1HE REAR SEAT BELTS
Depending on the vehicle, tboy Force limiter
comprise: rA\1 • Ho,., the entire restraint Above a oonain $C\1'Critv mimpact,
~ system. checked following
• Seat bell pretensioners an IICCldent. this mechanism is used' to limit the
incorporated in the seat belt forre of tho belt agaiu.sl the bodv so
inertia reels. that it is at an acceptable level. ·
• No operation \\>-hatsocver is
• l'orcc linuter. permitted on any part or the
system (pretensioners, oirbags,
Thcso systems are provtded to act computers. wiring) and the
indoj><!ndent ly or together when the system components must not be
vehicle is subjectcil to a fron tal reused on any other vehicle. even
impact. if identical
There are two scenarios, dcponding
on the rorce or the impac t; • To avoid premature triggering or
the system which may cause
· protection is prO\;ded by the bolt injury, only qualified RENAULT
on ly: Network personnel may work on
· the protensioner is triggered to the pretmt~ioner and airbng
take up the slock in the seat belL. system.
• Testing or the electric trigger
Rear seat belt pretcnsioners system may only be canied outby
This system is only opcmllonal a specially trained technician
when the ignition is switChed on. using speoal cquipmenL
lrthc ,·chid e is subjected to a severe • When the vehicle is scrapped.
frontal impucl. a device rctmct• the contact rour RENAULTDealer for
seat belt. pulling the sent belt tight disposa of U1o pretensionor o.nd
against tlio occupant's body and airbag gaR generators.
tliorcby impro\·ing its efficiency.

1.29
SIDE RESTRAINT SYSTEl\15
Side airbags Curtain airb~~gs
These nre alrb.1g• fitted to cnch front These are airbags filled along the
fAl \yam.i~gs concerning lite
~ SJdc ourbag
seat. and the rear !icle seats i n some top of the side of the vetticle and
countries. which are triggered on which arc triggered along lho front • Filt:ing sea t CO\'ers: seats
lhe side of !he seat (door side) to and rear side \\indows to p rotect equipj>ed \\illt an airbag
protect tho passengers from SO\•ere lhe passengers in the event of a require special covers
side i mpacts. severe side impaCt. specificallv designed for your
vehicle. cOntact your RENAULT
Dealer to find out if these cm·crs
mav be pun:basod from
RENAULT outlets. The uso or
any covers other than those
designed for your vehicle (and
including lhoso dosigttod for
another vehicle) may affCCt the
operation of the airbags and
reduce your protection.

o 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 !he airbag Is deployed.
o No work or modification
fAl Tbo sides of tho front whatsoever may be canied out
on the internal littlntls. except by
~ scalhccl:s (door side) and
lho gap between lhe rear qualified RENAUL't Network
benCh seatback and lhe personnel
interior fillings fo rm tho trigger A marking on the \\iodscreen
zone for lho airbag. so it is informs you o r !he presence of
forbidden to place any objects add itional means of restraint
!here. (airbags, p rotonsioncrs, etc.) in
the passenger compartment.

'1.30
ADDffiONAL METHODS OF RESTRAINT
All the warnings below OJ'C given so that, if the airbag is activated, it is not obslnlcted in any way and also to pr•••ent 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 seal belts are integral parts of
the samo protection system.ltts therefore essential to wear the seat belt at nll times. Ifseat belts are not worn. the
occupants o f the vehicle are exposed to the risk of serious injury in the event of an accident. Tho risk of minor
supomcial injuries occurring w'hen the airbag is dep loyed may also increase, although such m inor injuries are
always possible w;th airbags.
Uthe vehiclo should overturn or in the event of a rear impact, howevor severe, the pretensioners a nd airbags are n ot
always triggered. These systems may, however. be triggered by impacts to the vehicle underbody, e.g. from pavements.
potholes, stones. etc.
• lt is strictly forbidden to work on or modify any part of the airbag system (computer. wiring. etc.); such work must
only be undertaken by <t~J.alified RENAULt Network personnel.
• To ensure that the system is in good working order and to avoid accidental triggering of the system which mny cause
injury, onl)' qualified RENAUCf Networi: personnel may wori: on the airbog syst em.

• As a safety precaution. have the airbag system checked if your vehiclo has been involved in an accident, is stolen or
broken into.
• When soiling or lending the vehicle, inform the user of these points and hand over this h andbook with the vehlclo.
• When SCI'Opping your ,·ehicle, contact your RENAUJ:l' Dealer for disposal of the gas generator{s).

1.31
CHIW SAFEIT
In all countries there are regulations ln accordance "vith safety
governing the use of restraint Remember th at a collision at legislation. the tables on the
systems for chi ldren and babies. 30 mph (50 km/h ) is the same as followin!> pages provide
In Europe children under 10 years falling from a height of 10 metres. In information about the types of cbild
of aget•l must be seated in an other words, transporting a child seat which may be fitted to f'.ach of
approved safety device which is without a restraint •s the equivalent the vehicle seats.
sm table for the weight and size of of allowin2, him or hor to play on a
the child. third-floor balcony which does not Before installing a child seat i.n the
have any railings. front scat (if fitting is permitted)
The driver is responsible for If the passenger seat is fitted \ovith
ensuring that this equipment is one. carry out the following
used correctly. adjustJnents:
Child restraints for which type - move the pas.<senger seat as far
approval ·wac; obtained after Jnnuarv back as possible,
1 992 offer a level of safety much - set the scatback to its fully upright
greater ll>an for restJ·aints with type position,
approval before that date. Under no circumstances - raise the seat base as far as
should babies or children possible,
It is therefore advisable to select a be allowed to travel sitliog
child restraint that complies with on the lap of another - raiso the headrest to its highest
European regulation ECE 44. passenger in the vehicle. setting.
Restrdints that comply with this - move the seat belt height contrcl
If a bead-on impact occurs at to tl1e low position.
legislation must be marked with an 30 mpb (50 km/h) a child weighieg
orange label bearil>g the letter E 30 k!\ will be transformed into a Refer to tlte Child safety equipment
followed by n number (which missile equivalent to one tonne: booklet available from the
stands for the country ·where it is RENAULT Network to choose the
type approved) and the year in you "ill find it impossible to hold
the child, even if you yourself are seat most suited to vour child and
which the ty~ approva.I was wearing a belt. recommended for yOur vehicle.
granted.
It is particularly dangerous to put
the belt round your child when be
or she is sitting on your lap. Never
use the belt for more tlum one
person at the same time.
(1) You must always ob~rve the laws of
the OOWltrv in which you are
travelling. ihc~' mav be different 10
the gt!idelines m thls h;:mdbook.
1.32
CHILD SAFETY (continued)

Frmn9 to approxima!ely 3 years U -I U - I (3) u (3)


from 9 to 18 kg)
From 3 to approximately 12 years (1) u (3) u (3)
(weight from 15 kg to 36 kg) X

X : seat not suitable for fi tting a child •eat of this age range.
U: seat suitable for fitting a belt-lined child scat classed as universal for this age range. check that h c.•n be fitted.
I : seat equipped with anchorage points for mounting a seat for th is ago range using Isofix locks, only RE.'IJ\ULT seats are
approved.

(1 ) tlhovcn heigh t of 1.50 m or a w oight of 36 kg. a child may be strapped directly into the seat li ko an adult.
(2) Only a roar-fucing child scat may ba iu~talled in this scat;
(3) Plaoo tho back of t11e child seat against the veh icle seatback, adjust tho headrest height or remove it If necessary.

f'f,;l (4) 0&'\GER, RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS Uoi')URY:


OIECK 1BAT THE FRONf PASSE.'IGER AIRBAG
~ HAS BEEN DEACI1VATEO BEFORE INSTAUING A REAR-FJ\ONG OID..D SEAT IN TinS SEAT.
(refer to ''Deactivation of front passenger airbags" in Section 1).

1.33
CHILD SAFJ:.i'Y (continued)
The right ch oice
The safety of your children is also
your responsibility.
1b ensure that \'Our child has the
maximum possible protection. we
recommend !hat I'OU use seats
aoprovcd by U.o RDIAULT
l'!etwork.
11 is preferable to use an lsofix seat if
your vehicle is flttcd "ith an lsofix
system (rofor to ""lsofix child seat
fitting system·· in Section l ).
Resb·aint systems for all the
cmogorios uro avuil•ble. These
systems have bean developed in
consultntion with the manufacturers
and have been tested in RENAULT Category 0 and 0+ (from 0 to Category 1 (from 9 to 18 kg)
vehicles. 13 kg) Between the ages of 2 wtd 4. a child's
Contact your RENAULT Dealer and A chlld's neck is vary susceptible to pelvis is not fully developed.
ask him to help you install il injury up to the age of two. In a Restraints using iho vehicle's
front-facing soot thoro is a risk that t.llroo-point belts arc not adequate
the child will sust>.in neck inju;ies in and there is a risk that the child will
the event of a frontal impact. sustnin abdominal injuries in the
RE\AULT therefore recommends a "'·ent of a frontal Impact. it is
rear-facing seat with a harness that therefore advisable to uso rear-facing
-
gives all-round protection (figure 1).

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


seats (firuro 1). bucl:at-1\"pe seats
(figure zf or seats with harnesses.
Plaoe the headrest In the raised
RK'IAULT approved aooessories OOcalk<e they are suitable for your position so \"Ou can press the chlld
w lticlo and are the only accessories for which RliNAULT will seal seatbal:k finnly against the
provide n wnmmty. ,-ehicle seatback.
CHILD SAFETY (continued)
A booster seal with a
h eight-adjustable seatbac:k a n d a
belt gui de are recomme nded as this
will allow the belt to be worn as
close to the base of your neck as
p ossible but not on it.
Place the headrest in th e raised
position to allow vou to press the
seatback of the child seat firmly
against the vehicle scntbac:k.
If a booster sca t without a seatback
is used, the vehicle's h eadrest will
have to be adjusted to suit the
child's stature; the Uflper edge of the
headrest must be at ihe same height
as the top of the child's head and
should ne,·er be lower than in line
Category 2 (15 to 25 kg) and with the cllild 's eyes.
category 3 (22 to 36 kg)
To restrain the pelvis of children u p
to 10 years of age, it is prefera ble to
use a t hree-point seat belt as w ell as
child seats. Tllis is a booster seat
(figure 3) wi th belt guides to e nsure
that the belt will be worn Oat over
the child's thighs.
The standard classifies chi Id
restraints in five categories:
C1tegory 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)

:!1
@ ® :<l
N

~~~~ ~\ I l
ON
- =
AIR BAG !Jl OFF &., l
~~ ®I
I
l
l

f"Al DANGER
~ Sinco front ~nger aiibag tri ering and the position of a
roar-facing child scat are incompatM!e. it is not pemutted to install
such n seat in this position unless the vehicle is fined \\1th an airt>ag
deacti\'alion device. Refer to deactivating the front ~enger airbag. The
child may suffer very serious injuries if the aiJbog onflates.
The label 4 (on the dashboard) and markings 5 (on the sun visors) remind
you of tlu~ instructions.

1.36
CHILD SAFETY (continued)

Deactivating the n·ont paSSl!nger


airbags (if filled)
To fit n rear-facing ch ild seal on th e To deactiva te the uh1>ugs: switch
front passenger soat, H is e..~ntiaJ to off the ignition. press Wld turn tho
deactivate tf>c front passenger seat lock 6 to the OFF position.
additional restr•int S\'Stoms (front With the ignition o n. it is
and side airilegs' and lap imperative to chock tl>at the
pretensioner) and the anti- 1\IRBAG OFF \\'aming light 7 on
submarining airbag. t11e instrument panel Is lit.

This warn i ~~ lidlt remains


continuouslv hi to let you know
that you canfit a child St!al

1.37
CH£LD SAFElY (continued)
Activating the front passcnser Opet·ating faults
airbag It is forbidden to fit a rear-facing
You should reacth·nto tho nirbag as child scat to the fron t passenger seat
soon as \'Ou remove tho r.hild soat if the airbag activation/deactivation
from the fron t passenger sent. to system is fa ulty.
ensure the protection of tlw fro nt \Ne do nol reoonunend fitting any
passenger in I he c,;cn1of nn hnpRc;t. other kind of passenger seat device.
To reacti,•ate the airbags: switch off Contact your RENAULT Dealer as
the ignition, press and turn lock 6 to soon as possible.
the ON position.
Switch the ignition back o n. then
check that the AIRBAG OFF
warning light 7 is not lit. The means
of restraint which ore additional to
the front passenger seat belt and
anti·submarining aiJbag are
activated.

The passenger airbag


must be activated or
deactivated w ith tho
ignition on:
If it is handled with the ignition
on.thef l l and. waming
lights como on: the passenger
afrbag is deactivated.
Switr.h the ignition off then on
again to reset the ai~ in
aCcordance with tho lock.

1 .:!8
CHILD SAFElY (continued)
lsofix child seat mounting
system W Use of tl1is dC\;ce on the
~ front passenger seat is ordy
To find out which seals arc fitted pemunod ir the passenger
1\ilh this system. refer to the autk1gs have been
inform.1t!on on "Seats suitable for deactivated.
fitting child seats" at tho beginning
of the information on "Child Refer to "Oeactivalion of front
safety''. passenger airbags".
Tho system comprises:
• two anchoring rings located
between the base and tllescatbock
to sccwe the base of the child
...t.
• a ring located under the base to
socure tl•• child seat scatbnck in
the rour-facing position,
• a ring behind the seatback to
secure the child seatback in the
front-facing position (rear seals
only).
• a special REN.-.ULT child seat • ~ sure th.1t there is
fitttid ";tJ, two locks thot hook nothing obstructing the
onto th e two ring• a nd a bolt to seat mounting mechanism
attach the child seat seatback. at the anchorage points
(gravel, rag.•. toys, etc.).
• Always remember to fasten the
Ordy special RE.!'IAULT seats are seat belts on child seats for all
approvCd for this vehicle. To journeys.
pUrchase these seats. r,lcase
contact your RENALl..T ilea er.
These s~tats r.an also be installed in
other vehicles u.sing a three-point
seat belt.

1.39
ClllLD SAFETY (continued)
Installation Fitting a child seat (continued)
Rear-facing Isofix !U!al • Slide the seat catches 3 in the
When a rear-facing child seat is guides 2 and push the seat firmly
fitted, the watbacl: should be close to Jock it on the rings:
to or touching: • Check that the seat Is locked
· the dashboanl (in the &ont seal). conectly by mo,·ing it from left to
- the front seatbacl: (in the rear seat). right and then forwards and
backwards:
Front-facing Isofix seat (rear seats • Push finnh· on the base of the seat
only) to press the child scat rind against
When a front-facing child seat is the vehicle seatback.
installed, tho front scat must not be
moved back beyond the halfway
point on tl1a seat runne1·s and tile
soatback must bo in An <~pright
position.
Fitting a child scat
• Defore fit ting Olld using the seat.
Fitting the seat road tho instructions provided
To access rings 1 the firs t tim e you carefully:
install the soot, consult your • Attach the mOWlting guide 2
RENAULT Dealer. (supplied with the child seat or as
an accessory). to the rings 1 fitted
to the seat.

1.40
CHILD SAFETY (continued)

A rear-facing lsollx seat fitted to the Rear-facing seat mounting ring for Front-facing seat mounting ring
front passenger seat rear seats (rear scuts only}
The front passenger seat must be · attach bolt hook 5 to ring 7. • pass strap 4 (supplied with the
odjusted so that the back of the child · tighten the belt. seat) bclwccn the rwo rear
seot is touching the dashboard. h eadrest rods,
Uso belt 4 supplied ";th the seat: • attach hook 5 to the ring located
• a ttach belt h ook Storing 6 located under lho luggage compartment
under the seat gear lever side. carpet.
· tighten the belt. - tighten the belt.

1.41
CHILD SAFETY (continued)

OULOSAFETY
• No modifications may be made to the original fitted parts of the restraint system (belts and seats and their
mountings).
• Carefully foUow 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.
• Tb.e 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 bamP.ss 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 wbile the vehicle is moving.
• Check that the cbild is in the rorrect 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, iian accident \\-ere to occur, it may
become dislodged and pose a risk to other vehicle occupants.
• Following a serious accident, check the seat belts or the ISOFlX ....t mounting and replace the cbild seat.
• Never leave a child unsupervised in a vehicle, even if tbey are in a J:eStraining device.
• Activate tbe rear door locks (If your vehicle Is equipped with these).
• Make sure the cbild does DOt get out of the vehicle at tbe side where there is trsftic.
• Set your cbildren a good example - always wear your seat belt.

1.42
CLOCK AND EXTERIOR TEMPERATURE
Vehicles 6Hcd "~lh navigation h1erior temperature indicator
systems. radio. etc. Special note:
For vohiclcs which are not fitted When the exterior temperature is
,.;th b uttons 1 and 3, refer to the between - 3•C on d +3'C. the •c
s_pecific 8CLuipmenl instn1c:tions to icons ilash (ind ir.ntes risk of ice
discover (ho special fe-d llllllS Of formation).
theso vchidcs.

With the ignition switched on, th e


lime and. depending on the ,·ehicle.
the temperature are displayed:

Setting the time on the clock 2


On vehicles filled with this
function, tlte adjustment button:~ 1 E.~tcrior temperature
If the oloctrical supplv is c m indicator
ancl 3 aro used to set the clock. (batturv dist:onnected. (eod wiro
Press bultou 1 to adju<t tho hours b rokesi, ate.), tlte clock w ill not As black ice formation is
and bullon 3 to adjust the minutes. display tho OOITCct time. rela ted to exposure,
humidity and temperature. the
The dock must be reset. exterior temperature alone is not
\\"e 1'\lCOmmcnd that )'DU do not sufficient to delect black ice.
make these seulligs while
driving.

1.43
DRIVER'S POSmON, LEFT-HAND DRIVE

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 POSIDON, LEFT-HAND DRIVE (continued)
The equipment litted, described below. d epend,; on the versioo, options and country.

1 Side air vent. 9 Centre air \'Cots. 19 Handhrnkc.

2 Demister outlot for s;de 10 Air conditioning controls.


window. 20 Gear le\'er.

3 Sralk for: 11 Passenger ai.rbag location.


21 REN.-\ULT Card read er.
• direction indicsttors.
• exterior LIIV1t$.
• from fog !Tghts, 12 Demister ou tlet fo r side
• rear fog ligh ts . tvindm'lr. 22 Engi ne startlstop button.

4 lnslrwnant pi<ncl. 13 Side vent.


23 Storage compartment.

5 Location fo r dri\·er's airllag.


horn. H Glo"o hox.
24 Control for adj!Uting steering
wheel height and roach.
6 Radio remoto control. 15 Location for radio, na,;gation
system etc.
25 Bonnet release.
7 • Stalk for windscreen and rear
screen wasl•l wipP. 16 Ccntr:tl door locking switch.
• Trip computer and warning
system seroll control. 26 Con trols for :
• electric headlight beam
17 Hazard warning lights switch. adjustme nt.
8 lnr.k, tornpcrltture. radio • dimmer for contr·ol lighti ng.
informalion, navigation system • cruise control nnd spt!ed
display, etc. rlnponding on 18 Location for llll ash tray, Jimiter,
vchiclo. cigarette lighter or cup holder. • ASR traction control.
1.45
DRIVER'S POSITION, RIGHI-HAND DRIVE

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 101 1

20 19 18 17

1.46
DRIVER'S POSITION, RIGIIT-HAND DRIVE (contin ued)
The equipment fitted. described below, depend~ on the version , options and country.

1 Demister outlet for side to Demister outlet for side 17 RENAUtT Card reader.
v.iudow. window.

2 Pa.~sengcr airbag IUCc~tion. 18 Location for an nshtra\·.


11 Side ,·ent. cigarette lighter or cup hold.i-.
3 Heater I air condirloning
controls.
12 Contrals for: 19 Handbrake.
• electric headlight beam
4 C..cntre air vent~. height adjustment.
• dimmer for control 20 Gear lover.
5 Clock, tomporonuc, radio instrument ligl1ling,
inrormation, nAvigation system • cmise control and speed
clisplay. etc. dup"nding on limitcr,
vcliiclc. • ASR traction control. 21 Hazard warning lights S\\itcb.

6 Stalk for:
• din'Ciion indicators. 13 Location for driver's airbag. 22 Electric door locking controls.
• m.1erior lishts. hom.
• front fog lights.
• rear fog-lights. 23 Storage compartment.
14 Control for MljiL<Iing steering
7 lnslnimenl panel. wheel hoight and reach.
24 GJo,·e box.
8 Radio remote control.
15 Location for radio. na,·igation
system otc. 25 Bonnet relea.<e.
9 • Stalk for "1ndsr.rccn a nd rear
scroon wnsh/wipa.
• Trip OOIHIJUlf:l l' and warning
system scroll control. 16 Engine st an /stop button. 26 Side vent.
1.47
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Variant 1: zones A, Band Care described in the following pages

A B

1.46
INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued}
Variant 2: zones A. B and D arc described in the following pages

A B

1.49
INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)
Variants 1 and 2, zone A
The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below deJlend on the vehicle
e<}uipment and the c01mtry.
A

If the~~~~ warning light comes on, you should visit a RENAUI.T Dealer immediately.

If the • warning light comes on, you must stop as soon as traffic conditions allow.
It is essential to stop as soon as traffic conditions allow ir no infonnation appears on the instrument panel.

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


1.50
INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)
The presence ami operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle
equipment and the <:ountry.
.~ ~ ABS Anti-lock Braking ~ Toxic fume filter .a Indicator light for
~ System warning Ught ~.'!!!:\~ system warning Jjgbt ~ Electronic Stability
h comes on when the For ,·ehiclos cquipp<;d Program !ESP) and
e~inc i~ ~tancd then goes out. "1th this option. the ligbt traction control s.-stem (ASRJ
If tt comes on wben vou are comes on when the ignition is There arc sm·eral fC8.501lS ror
drh•ing. it indicates a 'fauh in switched on then goes out. the warning light coming on:
the Anti-lock Braking System. • If it light~ up continuously. sec "Electronic StabilitY
Braking \\ill then be as normal. contact your REI'IJ\ULT Pnl",ram (t:SPJ nnd "Traction
without the ABS S\'$tem. Dealer as soon as possible: control system" in Section 2.
Contact your RENAULT Dealor
as soon as possible. • If it nashe.s, reduoo the engine
spond until tho light stops
flashing.
Consult you.r RP.NA ULT
11"'!'-1 Airbos worrting ljght Dealer as soon ns possible. ~ Speed limitcr and
Dll This comas on when the I5UII cruise cont-rol indicator
Refer to the info11nation on l i!lht
ignition Is switched on e mission control. ruel economy
and goos out after a few To un<fe rstand how this
and drh'ing In Section 2. operates, soo information on
seconds.
If it d oes not light up when the "Cruise CDntrol" ond "Speed
ignition i~ ~\\ilr.hf'd on. or Jimiler.. in Section 2.
comes on when the engine is LeA turn signal
running. there is a fauJt in the
S\-stem.
El indicator light
Consult your RE.'IAULT Dealer
as soon ns possible. Al Speedometer (mph or km/11)

Overspeed bU2Zer
Depending on the vehicle. a
buz7.cr sounds for
approximately 10 soconds
e,·ery 40 seconds, ns long os the
vehjcle is tl'rtvf)ll lng In nxce..';s of
75 mp h (120 kmilr).
1.51
INSTRUMENT PANEL ((;onlinued)
V;u·i<mts 1 an d 2, zone A (continued)
The presence and operation of the warning lights. described below, depend on the vehicle equipment level
and country.

A3 a A2

If t h e . warning light comes on. you should visit a RENAULT Dealer immediately.

lf the B warning light comes on, you must stop as soon as traffic con.ditions allow.
n 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 inclicato•· lights described below depend on the vehicle
ec1uipment and the country.
A2 Reset button A3 Coolant temperature ind icator
Go to tho oorresponding In nonnal use. the nccdle
function und press the liuttoo to should be below zone o. Under
reset tho !rip mileage recorder sc\·cre conditions the needle
or the tiip computer and may approach this zone. This is
warning system parameters.
reset and check the oil level. not serious unless the Ei!l
warning light comes on
accompanie<f by a me.,age on
the instrwnent panel anrl a
beep.
ll.'r.'l f'ront fog light
IU.!:I indicator light

1':!!11 Rear fog light indicator


lo1!.UI Hght

lrJ:I Dipped beam headlight


1iiii1 ind1cntor light

11!!'1:!11 Headlight mair• bean•


liiil:lil lndicntor lig ht
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

If the Ill warning light comes on, you should visit a RE.l\IAULT Dealer immediately.
If the ~~ 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 instrwnent panel.


'1 .54
INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)
The presence and o peratio n of the warning and i ndicator Lights d escribed below depend on the vehicle
equipment and the countr y.

B r.::::'l Banery chrugc indicator ~ Handbrake on and BZ Rev COWller


l!!!l!l li h t ~ brake circuit fault (scale x 1000)
ltis comes on when the warning light
engine is •tartodthoo goes out as If it comes on when the \'ehicle
soon as the Pngino is runnin~ is being dri\'tll and is
If it comes on when the ,...rude
is being driven. and is a(X)Ompanied by the B 82 Fuel gauge

acoompanled by the B warning light and a beep. it


indicates ttiat the fl uid IC\·el in
A Low rue( level worning
warning liaht and a beep, it the circuit is low or that there is
indicates lhnt the olcctrie<J! a braking system fnult. Stop as '-W' light
ci.rcuit is overcharged or soon as t:raffic conditions allow It goes oul ~uwera!
u nrlnrr.ha rgecl. Stop a nd have and e~~ll a REJ\fi\ULT Dealer. second.• after the e ngine is
the d rcuH checked. started.
[fit lights up or I'Cmnins lit, fill
up with l\1ol ns soon ns possiblu.
~ Oil pressure wW'lling
- J?ltht tum indicator lllliill light
- hg'ht lt oomo.~ on wh en the
engine is started th en 1\0CS out Not used
after a few <OCOnds. If tt comes
on wh en the ••chide is being
- o,;, er's seat belt drl\·cn, oocompanied b~ the
.a. reminder wamin-'t li,dlt
B warning light and a
-
aSI This
Passenger airh"8 OFF
wnming light
If tho drimr's sootbeli is
not fastened the lfl!bt remains on comes on for se\'Cral
beep. it is essential to stop and seconds after the engine is
when the vehicle IS started. and switch off tho ~ition. and
when the vohiclo roaches a started when the front passenger
check the oil level. If the IC\•el is airbags arc deactivated
speed of •I?rro~imatcly 6 mpb normal, it is being caused by
[10 km/h), tt flasbos and u beep (depending on vehicle).
something else. ('.all a
sounds for about 00 sooouds. 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.
C C1

C2

If lbe . n-aming light comes on. you should visit a RENAIJLT Dealer immediately.

If lbe 1111 warning light comes on, you must stop as 500D as lraflic cooditions allow.
11 la - tial to stop as 50011 as lraflic coaditions allow if no Information appears on the iDstnunent panel.

Some warning lights are accompanied by n rnes.sag~ on the instrument panel.


1.56
INSTRUMENT P ANEL (continued)
The. presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicle
eqmpment and the country.
Cl Display Trip computer and warning system 1!!1!1!1 STOP warning light
Oille,·el After 30 seconds. the displav will &Mill lt goes out as soon as the
To be ''alid, the reading mus1 be switch to display the trip com'11u1er: engine starts.
taken on level ground after the refer to "'!tip computer in lt comes on with othor warning
eagine has been switched off for Section 1. ~Is andlor a message. nnd is
some time. accompanied by a beep.
When the engine Is star1cd and for it indicates that it is essentialto;,top
about thirty seconds aftcm-ards. C2 Door open warnillJl light or immediately (as soon as trafffc
multifunction disploy (ilcpending conditions allow).
!•
· if the le\·~1 corntcl, the (lisp lay on the vehicle)
mdicates Otllevol OK" (to obtain a
more accurate love! refer to "Oil Door open warning light
level"" in Section 4). Shows when a door or the tailgate is [ ] ~~e immobiUsor wnming
· if the level is at mini mum: the open or nol closed properly.
message "Oil lovol OK" does not OR Rcfor to "Engine immob-
appea.r on Ihe display. a series of iliser.. in Section 1.
Multifunclion display
oashos ond lho message "Top up T his indicates that a door or the
oil level" appears accompanied by tailgate is open Or llOt properly
the Ill warning light. closed. dlsplays the lyre pressures
(refer to informalion o n "T''"
1!!11!1 \Varnin.g light
Top up the oil level as soon a• Pressure Monitor" in SO!."Iioo 2)and - This comes on wbon tbo
ignition is switchod on and
possible. the gear selected (for vehicles fined goes out after a few seconds. It mu\·
witli an automatic gearbox). come on "ith other "-arning lights
or mcs..~cs on the instrument
panel.
If it comes oo when the vehicle is
being drh~en, it is achisable to \'isit
your RENAULT De:tler as soon a.
possible.

1.57
INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)
Variant 2, zone D
The presence and operation of the warning and indicator tights described below depend on Lbe vehicle
equipment and country.

04 D

• 02~

If the 1/11 wa.miog light comes an, you should ••isit a RENAULT Dealer immediately.
lf Lhe • wa.miog tight comes on, ~-ou must stop as soon as traffic conditions allow.
It is - l i a l to stop as soon as traffic condilioos allow if no information appears on Lhe instrument panel.

Some warning lights are at:oompan icd hy a message on the instrwnent panol.
1.58
INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued}
The presence and ope ration of the warning and indicator lights described below d ep end on the vehicle
equipment and country.

D1 Infonnalion display Trip computer and warning system 1!!'!1!1! SfOP warninJ:; Ught
Oil level readings After 30 seconds, the display will lilliil lt goes out as soon as the
To bo '-alid, the road!J!8 must be switch to display tho trip computer engine stans.
ta.\en on level ground after the and warning system: refer to "'llip 11 comes on \\;th other warning
engine has been switched off for computer and warning systom" in lights andlor a message. and i•
some time. Section 1. accompanied by a beep.
lt indicates that it is essential to stop
When the engine is stnrtcd nnd for Other information displayed ~ immediatclv {as soon n.. tmffic
about thirty seconds afterwards. conditions allow) .
· if the level is correct, the disp lay • multimedia infonnation. status or
the doors and Iugsngc
indicutcs "Oi I level OK''; to obtain c ompartment, and tyro pressures
a more precise level refer to "Oil (refer to "Tyre Pressure Monitor"
le"el" in Section 4. in Section 2) In zono 04; Engine immohiliscl' waJning
[ ] Ught
· if tho level is nt mjnimum: the · the te mperature in zone D2;
message "Oil level O K" d oes not Refer tu "Eugintt inuuoiJ.
appear o n t ha d isplay. a series o f
· the time in zone Dll. iliser·' in Section 1.
dash es and the mes>oge "Tup·up E Automatic gearbox diS()lay. this
oil level" appears accompanied by indicates tlio goar scloc.ted
the P,1 wanting light. (depending on vehicle). 1!!!!!1!!1 Warning light
- This oomes on whf'n tho
Top ur. the oil lc.-cl as soon as ignition is "';tchod on and
possib e. goes out after a few seconds. lt muy
come on with other \\'811Uns lights or
mess.'lgcs on tht:- iJ\,Inn~nt poncl.
If it comes on when the \<"i'bide is
being driven. it is ad\'isablo to stop at
your RENAUIJ' Dealer as soon as
possible.

1.50
TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM

Trip computer und warning Display selection key 2


system Scroll through the following
This displays tl>e following information IJy brief successh·e
information on the instrument presses.
panel display 1 (position varies a) total milcngc nnd trip mi!Mge c) mileage before service,
according to vehicle): recorder,
• infonnation messages (journey
d) J;::;"f'ammed speed (speed
b) journey parammcrs: · 'ter/crniso conll'OI).
parameters etc.):
• fuel used, e) computer log: a record of
- the operating fault messages information messages and
- average fuel consumption,
(generallv llnl:od to the
warning light):
Ill - cunent fuel consumption.
- estimated range.
operating fault messages stored
by the computer.
• warning messages (linked to the • distance t.nl\'olled.
Eill warning light). - average speed.

1.60
TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)
Interpreting some of the values • That the n,·eroge fuel
displayed after resetting consumption increases when the
The '11lues showing a.-erage fuel vehicle is stationary and the
engine idling.
consuml?tion. range and 3\'C"'SC This is norma! siooetho computer
S!""'d w1U become more stable and takes account of fuel used d uring
reliable the lonoer the distance idling.
tra,·clled since llie last ti me tho
reset key was pressed.
For the first few miles after pressing Automatic resetting of the
the rosc t key you may notico: journey paramclors
• That the range inr:rcasos as you Resetting occurs automatically
travel. when the maximum s ize o f anv of
This is n ormal average fuel the parameters is oxceeded. ·
consumption may dccrcasc
when:
• the vehicle stops accelerating:
Trip mileage recorder reset
- the engine reaches its Ojl4)rating
button 3 temperature (engine cold when
To reset dte trip m ileage rer:ordcr. reset key presseil);
select tho "Trip mileage recorder.. · when \·ou move from urban
display. t_hcn press key 3 tLntil the dri\•ing· to the open rood.
recorder IS reset

Trip parameters reset button 3


ll"lth ono of the trip parameters
selccled as U1e display. 'press ~man 3
Wltil m.. W.play resets.

1.61
TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Examples of selections Interpreting the display selected

123456 KN
1234.5 KN
J ~ ~ a) Total and trip mileage recorders.

CARaiF.:I=tiT l ~ ~ b) Trip parameters


1234. 5L
9.... = " Fuel consumed since the last reset.

~ A ,-erage fuel consumption since the last reset.


This value is displayed after driving 400 metres and tal<os into account the
distance tnlvelled and the fuel used since the last time the reset button was
pressed.

1.62
I TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Examples of selections Interpreting the display selected

!FIST~~ ~ ~ Current fuel consttmption


9,2l/1CO This value is displayed after reacrung a speed of approximately 1~ m ph (30 kmih).

RUT01'{)~1 IE
E:23 kl-1
li
!I ::.::+ This
Estimated range with remaining fuQI
range takes into account the average fuel consumption since the last lim e the
~ ...• i: reset button was ~ressed.
The value is disp ayed after driving 400 metres.

DISTI=f'IT
1234. 5 f(t-1
~ ~ Distance travelled since last reset.
9 .... ~

~()',Ut£
78' 91<1'1..--1-l
~ ~ Average SJl"W since the last reset.
The value is displa)'ed after driving 400 metres.

..... 1.63
TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)
,
F.xamples of selections Interpreting the display selected

c) !\Uieage before sen~celmointnnance


Distance Jell before the next service.
Tht:U'I! are severdJ scenarios:
• remain in~ mileHge Jess than 900 miles (1,500 km) or noxt san·iOt! dut!: \Vi thin
two monu,;. The "SERVICE DUE" message is displayed accompanied by the
' symbol (as loQg as "mi leage before service" is tlispla~eu. or for
15 seconds).

• mileage bcfoTC service equal to 0 miles/km or date of ser\1rc reached.


lbe "SERVICE DUE" message is displayed when tl1e display selected l>
''mileage before service", accompanied by tl1e '-. symbol flashing
continuously on al l of the trip computer and warning sy&tem screens.
Resulting the display after service in accordance with the maintenance
program
The mileage before oil chnnge/scr\1ce must only be reset after a service
com pl~n3 with the recommendations in the Warranty and Sendcing booklet.
If yo~ OCCldc to chanl\e the oil more frequently, d<! not reset this data each time
the ml ts changed. Tlits prevents the rep1acement mten•nl from bemg exceeded
for other parts included in the maintenance prooJ11lll.
To reset the mileage before servic:elmaintcnance. press and hold the reset
button for approximatol\' 10 seconds until the mileage before """;ce is
displayed permanently. •

1.64
'
TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)

Examples of selections Interpreting the display selOCied

~ d) Cruise Control/Speed Limitcr programmed speed (depending on \•chide)


- RfH..LATEI..R
SO'JVH ~ See ··Speed Umitcr .. and ..Cruise Control'' in Soction 2.
--

U t·1I1BJR
901<J'1.'H Jl

FfG DE t·£ SSIU: ! ~e) Computer log


~tJ'O<:ISC: Successi\·e display:
· of information messages (heated seats. automatic bead lights, etc. depending
on the ,-chide),
· of operating fault messages (chock the injection system, etc.).

~.
1.65
TRIP COMPliTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)
information messages Wanting messages
These r.nn either help in the "ehicle T hey warn you to stop immediately
operation stage. or p rovide (as soon as traffic conditions allow)
iriformatioo a6out lhe rlrh; ng and to call a R£.\IAUl.T Dealer.
selection or state.
E.xamples or infonnation messages
They appear with the a
warning light. Examples of wanting
are gi,en un the follo"ing pages.
messages are gh-en on the following
pages.
Fault messages
Note: t.he messages appear on the
You should \"!sit vuur llliNAULT display eithor indiVidually or
Dealer inuno<liatelv for work to be alternately (when there arc several
carried out on volir vehido. m..sages to be displayed). and may
These n1fJS.'!ll!!"" npp<.'llr accompanied be accompanied by a warning light
and/or a boep.
by the ~~~ wnming light.
'They .disappear wha11 thA display
selection kov Is prossed or after
se\'eral sccoi1d< nnd :rre stored in
the computer log.
The ~~~ wanting light rr-rn.'lin'i lil
E.-.amplcs ur foult messages are
gi\·eo 011 the foliO\\il1g !)<1805.

1.00
TRIP COJ\1PUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)
Examples of information messages

Display m~ Display message


Instrument panel Instrument panel Interpretation of Messages
variant I \·ariant Z

"Please insert caNI"


Request to insert the llliNAULT Card in the reader.

"Oil level OK"


Indicates that t he oil level is correct when the ignition is S\\itcht'<l uu.

"Auto lights OFF'


lnwcates that the automatic lights function is deactivated.

1.67
TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)
Examples of operating fault messages

Display mess~ge Display message


Instrument panel Instrument panel Interpretation of Messages
variant 1 variant 2

"l't-acrion control deactivated"


Traction control deactivated (see "'fraction Control" in Section 2).

"Tyre pressure sensor fault"


CfPTE\.1< Pt£U ~ Sensor fault on the missing wheel in zone A of the informntjon displnv: this is
I fU 'IS SERVICE ·· displayed, for example, when the emergency spare wheel is fitted on the
vehicle (see '"Tyre Pressure Monitor·· in Section 2).

Check tyre pressures"


11

lYre inflation fault (over or under-inflation) displaved by the multifunction


dlsplay or in zone A of the information display: inffate the tyre to the correct
pressure as soon as possible.

''Sen:ice! 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 (contiJmed)
Examples of operating fault messages

Display messogc Display message


Instrument pone! Instrument panel Interpretation of Messages
variant l ''arianl 2

OOITE VITES~ ~ "Gearbox fault"


A O:I'ITRCLER • tndicates that a fault has or.curred in the gearbox. conta<.i yottr RENAULT
Dealer as soon as possible.

"Card not detected"


o:RlE N:rt ji The bands-free RDIAULTc.:ard is not in the detection zone. or the vehicle has
OCTELIE£
not beon able to detect it. lnsen itln the reader. if the fault persists contact your
RENA ULT Dealer.

"Replace card battery"


Your lllii\IAULT Card battery has a service life of approxlnullely two years.
Tllis message appears when the battery benaiDs to weaken (refer to "'RDIAULT
Card: batteries" in Section 5).

1.69
TRIP COMPUTER AND ·w ARNING SYSTEM (c@tinuedl
Warning messages
These indicate ihat it is essential to stop immediately and as soon as traffic condit.ions allow.

Display mess'lge Dc<play message


Instrument panel Instrument pone! Interp•~tation of Messages
variant 1 \•ariant 2

I "Injection fault"
Indicates Lhot tho vehicle has a serious engine roult.

"Stop! Tyre punctnre"


'h Indicates that there is a puncture on the tyro indicated in zona A of the
infom>ation display.

SLRORFFE
DU I'OID.R Ii "Engine overheating"
Indicates that the engine is ov~rhealing.

1.70
TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued)
Warning messages
These indicate ihat it is essential to stop immediately and as soon as traffic conditions allow.

Display message Display message


lnstnunent panel Instrument panel Intr,rprotation of Messages
variant 1 variant 2

OIRECT ICtt - I "Steering fault"


tE:rR ll.U'I'fiE
lndicatas that the vehicle has a Fault in the power a<Sisted steering.

"Computer fauJr•
Indicates a problem "ith the vehicle electronic management system.

1.71
STEERING WHEEL

Height and dopth adjustment


Pull lhc levor 1 and place the
steering whcol In the required
position: push the lover to lock the
steering wheel in place.

Kcver leave the steering wheel on


full lock when the vehicle is
statiOnai)·.
~over switch off the ignition when
For s.Jfcty reasons, onl~·
adjust the steering wheel travelling rlo""hlll, and avoid
doing so in general while driving.
wlion tho vehicle is as the power assisted steering and
stationary. brake san·o will not function.

1.72
DOOR l\1IRRORS
Heated door mirrors
The door mirrors are de-iced when
rear screen demisting i5 switched
on.

Manually adju.~table Electric door miiTOrs


mirrors With the ignition on. turn knob 2 to:
To odjusl lhe mirror. move lover 1 . · position C to adjust the lef\· hand
iloor Jllil·ror:
iAl Tho driver's door mirror
~ may have two clearly
• positio~ E to adjust the right-hand defined zones. Zone 8 is
Ooor DlllT()r: what can normally be
D is tbe inactive position. seen in o conventional door
mirror. For your safety, zone A
increases the area you can soo at
Folding door mirrors lhe rear and to the side of your
vehlcle.
Move knob 2 to posit ion F and lho
door mirrors fold in. The objects in zone A look much
fwther aw•y then lhey really
To reset lhem tO drh~ng position, are.
return to position C. D or E.

1.73
REAR-VIEW MIRRORS

Interior· rea r·-view miJTor Autodimming rca.r-view mirror 2


TWs is adjust>>hln. IVhcn d riving at The rear·view mirror darkcns
nighl. move small lever 1 located automaticnlly nt night when you a."'
behind tho roar-view mirror to avoid being followed by a vehicle with
being dazzled by the heacllights of briglit lights (main beam
the veWclc behind. headlights).

1.74
WARNING LIGHTS AND BUZZER
Hazard warning lighl9
(continued)
Depending on lho vehicle, tbo
baianl warning lights moy come on
automaticallv under deliberate
hea,'}· deceleration.
In Ibis instance, the hazard warning
lights may be switched off by
pressing switch 2 once.

Direction indicator lights


Move stalk 1 parallel to the stooring
wh eel and in the d irection you are
going to turn.
When driving on the motorway, the
Horn Hazard warning lights • steering wheel is not oAcn turned
Press on the s tooring wheel Press switch 2. enough to return the stalk
cushion A . a utomatically to position 0. Tbe1-.J is
This S\\itch lights all four dlroction an intcrmcdtalc position In which
indicators ana the side-mounted the stalk may be held when
repeaters simuhanoously. changing lanes.
Headlight flasher
Pull stalk l townrd.s you to flash the Only use this function to warn other !t \\ill return automatically to o
headlights. even if tlic lights are not road users if you: when released.
in use. • are obliged to stop for any reason
beyond your control in an
unusual or prohibited location:
• are obliged to drive under
particular condition...

1.75
EXTERIOR liGHTING AND SIGNALS
Automatic operation (depending
on vehicle)
lAiith the engine running. the
dipped beam headlights switcb
themselves on or off automatically
depending on exterior brightness,
,.;thout the need to op era te stalk 1
(position 0).
This function can be deactivated or
reactivated.
· To activate it, press button 3 for at
least four seconds. 'l\''0 beeps and
a message on the instrument panel
confinn this action.
· To deactivate it, with the engine
.,,;tchcd off. press button 3 for at
Switching on the side IPiW Switching on the dipped ~ least four seconds. ;\ beep
confmns this action and the
lights - beam headlights Uiiil message "Automatic lighting
Turn th e end of stalk 1 until the Manual operation OFF" appears on t he instrument
symbol is facing mark 4. Turn the end of stalk 1 until th e paneL
The instntmcnt panel will light up symbol is facing mark 4.
If stalk 1 is operated, it overrides
a nd th e brightness may be adjusted Jn all cases, an indicator light on the and cancels automatic operation
by turning tumblewheel 2. instrument panel comes. temporarily.

IAJ Before d riving at ni::;ht, check that the electrical equipment is operating cou ectly and adjust the hP,adlight
~ beams (if your vehicle is not carrying its normal load). Jn general, check that the lights are not obscured {by
dirt, mud, snow or objects wltich could cover U1em).

1.7G
EXTERIOR LIGHITNG AND SIGNALS (continued)
See-me-home lighting funcUon TunUng off the Ughts
This function (useful. for example. Manual operation
when opening a gate. a garage. etc.). There are 1wo possible ways
enables \'OU to momentarily turn on (depending on vcbicle):
dipped &earn headlights.
- return stalk 1 to its original
With the engine switched of!' and position:
lhellghts off. and the e nd of stalk 1 - the ligh1s so oul wben the engine
in position o , pull stalk 1 towards is stopped. when the driver's door
you: the dipped bea m headlights is opened or whon 1ho vehicle is
will be lit for approximately tlilrty locked. In this cnso, the next time
seconds. the engine is started lho lights "ill
This action may be carried out no be switc.hed back according to the
more than four times for a position o f tl1e >talk 1.
maximum llgbting period of h\'0
minutes. Automatic operation (depending
1b switch off the lighting before 11 i.s oo vehicle!
Switching on the main l!!rp switched off automatir.alh•. turn the The lights go OUI whon the enoine is
beam headlights li:il end of the Stalk 1 then retun1 it to slopped. when the dn\'cr's door is
\\lth th~ dipped beam headlights position o. opened or whon the \'ehicle is
locked.
on. move tho stalk towards you.
When th e main beam hcndllghts are
lit u/'' a n incUcntor light comes o n Lights on wa•·ning buzzer
on tle i n~1rument panel. If th e !iglus a.re swilched on ufler tile
To return tO the dipped headligh t engine is switched off. M warning
position, )lull the stalk towards vou. buzzer sounds whon thr drh·er's
door is opened to warn mu that the
lights are SliiJ on. .

1.77
EXTERIOR UGHTING AND SIGNALS (continued)
Rear fog light ip!l Switching off the lights
Turn centre ring 5 on the E!iil Turn ring 5 aoain until mark 6 is
stalk until the symbol appears facing the symbol for the fog light
opposite mark 6. then release it. you wish to switch off.
Operation of the fog lights depends The front and rear f02 lights are
on the exterior lig_hting selected. m;tched off when llie exterior
and an indicator light will light up Hghts are switched off.
on the instrument panel.
Remember to switch off the rear fog
light when it is no longer needed to
avoid inconveniencing other road
users.
N.B.: the fog light is on t.he driver's
side.
Front fog lights
1\Jrn centre ring 5 on the
stal~ w1til the symbol is facing
mark 6. then release it.
Operation of the fog lights depends
on the exterior lighting selected,
and an indicator light wil.llight up
on the instn•ment 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 lhe
instrument panel inform you
whether the fog U$hts arc on
(indicator light ht) or off
(indicator light not lit).

1.78
ELECI'RICAL ADJUSTMENT OF TifE HEADUGHTS
Tumblewheel adjustment position A
Versions 3-door I 5-door Utility version

0 0

0 0

On vehicles fitted with this 1


function, tumblewheel A allows
you to adjust the height of the beams
according to load.
Turn tumblewheel A down to lower
tlte headlights and up to raise them. 3
Adjustment is automatic on other
versions.

4 4

4 4

1.79
WINDSCREEN WASH/WIPE
Vehicles with automatic timed
wiper
With the engine runni.n g or +
accessories on. move slalk 1
• A oiL

• B automatic timed wiping_


Wben this position 1s scu!Cied.
the system detects the presence
of water on tl10 windscreen and
triggers \\iping at A suHable
"iping speed.
11 is possible to change the time
bcturecn sw eeps by turning
ring 2 .
\Vith tho engine nmning or \vith Special note Each lime the engine is started,
accl)ssorit!s function enabled, move \Vhen driving. every time the it is essential to return to stop
the stalk I \·ehicle stops the wiping s pood is position A to return to the
retlucod. The speed will change automatic timed wiper
• A off. from fast \\1pe speed to nornial position.
• B intermittent wiping "1pe speed. • C continuous slow niping
The "ipcrs "ill pause for As soon as the ,·ehiclo moves off,
SC\·cral S<:conds between wi~ will return to the speed • D continuous fast " iping
swrol"· It h pcMible to chan;;e onginally selected.
the lime bcl\,·oon sweeps oy U stalk I is operated. it overrides
turning ring Z. and cancels automatic operation.
• C continuous slow wiping
• D conlinuous l'nsl wiping U the wipers jam (e.g. froze n to
the \\11ldscreen by ice. e tc.). the
system will automatically cut the
power supply to tho w l pprs.

1.80
WINDSCREEN WASH/WIPE (continued)
• Headlij;hts on
lbe headlight washers will lxl
activated at the same time
(depending on lite vehicle).

Windscreen washer.
headlight washer In frosty weathor. make Sllre that
\\~th the ignition o n, p ull stalk 1 the wi per blades are oot stuck by
towards you. ice (risk or motor overheating).
KeeJ> an eye on the uondition of
• Headlight• o!T the blades. Otange tho wiper
One brief press triggers one sweep blades as soon as thoy begin to
cycle of the "~per. lose efficiency (approximate!~
A longer pnts~ triggers three once a year).
sweeps followl'd by a ·n nal sweep Regular!}' clean your
after se,·eral seconds. \\ind.sc:rOOn.
If vou "'';tch off the Ignition
be(ore S\Vitchlng off the
\\indscreen wiper (po:~itiou A )
the blades will stop at a t'tmdom
position on tho wi.Lldscreen.

1.81
REAR SCREEN WASH/WIPE
Rear screen wash/wipe li1 Special note
With the ignition on. move If the \\indscreen ";pcrs arc
the end of stalk 1 to align mark 2 operating or are in automatic modo,
opposite tho symbol. the rear screen wiper wipes
\ Vhen the stalk is released, it returns intennitteotly when reverse gear is
to the rear \\ipe position. engaged.
Note:
In from· weather. mnko sure that the
\\iper blades are not stuck by ice
(riSk of motor overbeat;ng).
Keep an eye on the condition of the
blades. Change the wiper blados as
soon as they begin to lose efficiency
(approximately ooCOl a year).

Speed-dependent timed
rear screen wt per
liJ Regularly cleau your rear scroon.
Before using the roar wirer. check
that no transported objcc obstJ·ucts
With the ignition on. move the end the travel of the blade.
of stalk 1 to align ma.rk 2 opposite
the symbol.
Tbe ";per sweep frequenL·y
increases aa:ordin~t to vebicle
speed: intennittent "'hen stationary
and continuous when driving.

1.82
FUEL TANK
Fuel grade
Use a hi•h grade fuel that confonns
to the rnfcvant standards in fon:e in
each country.

Petrol versions
lt is cs.•cntial to use wlleaded
petrol. The octane rating (RON]
must conform with the infonnation
given on lhe label inside the fuel
filler nap A. Refer lo Section 6
for information on "Engine
specifications".
Diesel versions
11 is essentinl to use diesel fuel thal
Effective lank capacity: conforms willt the information
approximaloly 13 gallons given on the lahcl inside fuel fi ller
(60 litres). flap .4.
To open I he nap A , place your finger Make sure !hat no water
in die recess B. !hen pull. accidental!y entors the fuel tank
The shut-off svstem (metal valve) C during filling. The shut-off 5\"Siem
ne
is bulh inlo I fi ller pipe. and its surrounding area must be
Refer 10 "Filling with f\lel" fo1· more W Never p ress the metal valve dusl-free.
details. ~ w ith your fingers.
Do not wash the filler area
with a high pressure washer.
Do nol mix eveo small
amounls of petrol "~th
diesel.

1.83
FUEL TANK (continued)
Filling with fuel Filling with fuel (continu<>d) Persistent fu el odour
Petrol versions Petrol and diesel versions If you notice a persistent fuel odour
Using leaded petrol ";11 damage the No more than two fill in$ orerations you should:
anti-pollution d evices and may lead may be m ade after the rue feed has • stop the vehicle if traffic
to a loss of warranty. swJ.tched off a ulOn1aticalh- for the conditions allow and .,,;tch off
To ensure that the fuel lank is not first time because th ere 'm ust be the ignition;
fllled with leaded petrol. the fuel sufficient space in the fuel tank to • switch on the hazard warning
tank filler neck contains a restrktor allow for e..'Xpansion. lights and ask vour passengers to
fitted with a foolp roofing svstem leave the vehicle anil stay clear of
which only allows the no1.zle for the traffic;
unleaded petrol to be used (at the • Do not operate on. or restart, the
pum p). vehicle before il has beeo
- Insert the nozzle so that the metal inspected by qualified staff from
valve is pushed hack and then tha RENAUJ.:r network.
1\dly insert il before IJeginnin g lo
fill the tank (risk of splash-back).
- Keep the nozzle in this position
throughout the e ntire filling
operation.
No opera~ons whatsoe\~er
are perrmltcd on any part
of the fuel supply system
(computers, wiring, fuel
circuit, injector, protection covers,
etc.) as this mav be dannerous
(such work must 6e wtd~en by
qualified rulNAULT Network
persoiijlclj.

1.84
Section 2: Driving
(Advice on use relating to fuel economy and the environment)

Running in ~L . . .•• \ ••....•. .. ... •. .. ..... . ..•• .••..••. ... .... .. ....•.•. ••.,................... . ... . ..... ....... ..... ..... . .... ..... .. ..... . ... .... ... . ..-+~-- -·· · ······ · 2.02
Starting an"'cr st:Qpping the e9gine ..........................::::'. " .!':::".•..•• .z..........................................................._,-2 .03 - 2.04
~
Special fea tw:es of petrol v ersions>................... ,........M\ ... , ..... .........................................................................
2.05
Special features of dei (diesel) versions ........ ~ = ... .....=. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 2.06
Gi!ar lever ......................................................................:;:................................................................................. 2.07
Handbrake .......................................................... ~"'''"·".'!{:J;!!, ....................................................................... 2.08
Power assisted steering ..................................................................................................................... ,............. ;:2.08
Advice on anti-~llution and ho~nomise,:.on [~ ..............., .............................................. 2.09 ...-.2.11
Envirooment .... ......................., .... ....... ............. ....... ......~ ............................. ............. ... ...................... ............. 2.12
'I)Te Pressure Monitor ....................................,......... 1........................................................................ 2.13- 2.16
Electronic Stability Program: ESP ............................. , .................................................................................... 2.17
Traction control: ASR ............................................................................................................................ 2.18 · 2.19
Anti-lock Braking System: i\BS ........................................................................................................... 2.20 • 2.21
Emergency brake assist .................................................................................................................................... 2.22
Speed Limiter ....................................................................................................................................... 2.23 2.25 4

Cruise Control ............................................................................ .......................................................... 2. 26 ' 2.28 4

Automatic gearbox ............................................................................................................................... 2.29 ' 2.:l2 4

2.01
RUNNING IN
• Petrol version • Diesel version
For the first 625 miles (1000 km) do For the first 000 miles (1500 km). do
not exceed 80 mph (130 km/ h) in not exceed 2500 rpm. After
the highest gear or 3000 to completing this mileage vou mav
3500 rpm. drive faster. althouah you inay only
expect top perTormance efler
On completion of 625 miles (looo km) approximately 3800 miles
'"" may use )"OUr ,'dUde nmmally. (6000 km).
liowe\"er, it is only after 1875 miles
(3000 km) have been covered that During the running in period, do
you may reasonably expect full not accelerate sharpl:,r while the
Pcrlo= engine is still cold and do not let the
engine overrev.
Service interva.ls: see the vehicle's
warranty and servicing hooklet.
Service interva.ls: see the vehicle's
warranty and servicing booklet.

2.02
STARTING TilE ENGINE
Special note for vehicles with an
automatic gearbox
Depress the brake pedal with the
lever in the N or P position.
Note:
- if one of the starting conditions is
not met, the messages: "apply
clutch + start" or "bme + strut"
are displayed on tho hutrument
panel.
- in some instances it will be
necessary to move the steering
wheel while pressing starter
button 3 to unlock the steering
...
RENAULT remote control Card Starting conditions.
column .
Accessories function
The message ··Please insert card"" Follow the starting instructions on To make some functions &\'ailable
appears on instrument panel the instrument panel describing the when the engine is stopped (radio.
dlSplay 1. following conditions: navigation assistance, etc.] press
Insert the RENAULT Card fully into To start. depress the brake or clutch button 3 only.
lhe c:ard reader 2. pedal (the pedal must be kept
depressed thiousdlout swting) then Starting with the lugg~e
press button 3 . ii a gear is 908aged, ~ open (in han.u;&ee
Hands-free R.ENAULT Card the vehicle may only be started by
The card must be in the detection depressing the clutch pedal. Insert the c:ard into c:ard reader 2, if
zone 4 (pasoonger compartment and vou wish to start the engine wi th tho
luggoge compartment. excluding lugga,ae compartment open.
certain hig!l zones such as the sun
\'isor. sunglasses holder. etc.).

2.03
STOPPING TilE ENGINE
RENAULT remote control Card
\\1th the card in roodor 2. pressing
the engine stnn/stop button
switches off the engine.
If the card is no longer in the reader
after the button is pressed for the
first time, the message "conlinn
stop engine" appears on the
instnunent panel.
Press button 3 another two times to
confirm that you wont to switch off W Ne,•er leave a child (or
the engine. ~ animal) alone in the vehicle
with the RENt\ULT Card
inside. They might start the
..
Conditions for stopping the
Hands-Free RENAULT Card
With the card In the vehicle,
pressing tlte engine s tart/stop
engine or operate electrical
eql!ipmelll (e.g.: electric windows)
and there is a risk that lltey may
engine button 3 once switches off the trap part of their body (neck, arms.
· tho \·ohir.le is Rtationory; engine. haiid, etc.). lllik of serious injury.
- the lever is in the N or P position If the card is no longer in the Never switch off the Ignition before
for vehicles with an automatic detection zone a.f\er llte button is the vehicle has stopped
gcm-hox; pres.•ed for the first time, the completely. Once the engine has
- press button 3 : message '·confirm stop c~e·• stop{>ed. the power assisted
appears on the irutnunent panel. steenng. brake servo and the
When tho engine loswitched off, the passive safety devices such as
aa:L'SSOrics L-urrontly being used Press t\\iCO more to confirm that ~ md pretensioners will no
(radio. air conditioning. etc.} "ill you wmt to S\\itch off tho engine. long~o~te.
conrinuo to operate.
\\'hen the clrh·er's door is opcnecl,
the <~lX.'t!SSOrittS slup working.

2.U4
SPECIAL FEATURES OF PJITROL VERSIONS
The follcl\\i ng operating conditions: Tfyou notice any of lho above faults.
o Dri•ing for long periods with the have the necesSary re\>alrs carried
low flllollevcl warning light lit up. out as soon as p0551 >le by your
o Using leaded petrol.
REN1\ ULT Dealer.
o Using oil or fuel additives which These faults may be a,·oided by
are not approved by REJ\Aiil.T. taking your vehicle rogularly to
your I!EI\AULT Dealer at the
Or faults such as: inteJVals specified in vour warranty
o faulty ignition. mnning o ut of
and sen;cing bookie( -
fuel or spark plug disconnected
resullins in the engine mis firing Starting problems
and joltang when driving,
• Loss of pm\'er, To avoid damaging the catal•1ic
converter, do not keep tn1ng to start
may cause the catnlyllc converter to the engine (uslng the start button. or
o>-erheat and thus reduce its b): pushing o~ towi_nJ! tl!e vehicle)
efficiency or even d e&lt'Oy it and Wlthout ~aV1.f18 adentafied and
cause heat damage to the vehicle. corrected the •1nrling fault.
If the fault cannot be identified. do
not continua to lr\' and start the
eP.ginc. call a RENAUI.:r Oc.1lcr.

Do not park the vehiclo or


run the engine in locations
where flammable materials
or materials such as grass
or leaves could come into conlaet
with a hOI exhaust system.

z.os
SPECIAL FEATURES OF DIESEL VERSIONS
Diesel eugine speed l'Ye<:autions to be taken in winter
Diesel engines are fined with To avoid any problems in icy
injection equii?mcnt which conditions:
prevents overrevvlJI8 of the engine • ensure that the battery is alwa)'S
llTespective of the gear engaged. fully charged.
No fuel • Al\\o-avs keep the fuel tank
relativelv full to avoid water
U the fuel tank has been drained vapour 'condensing in it and
dry. you may start the engine accumulating at the'bottom of the
normaJ!v after reliii!J18 the fuel fank tank.
pro,1doo that the biittery is well
charged.
However. if after a few seconds and
several attempts tho engine fails to
start. contact a RENAULT Dealer.

Do not park the •·ebicle or


run the engine in locations
llf±~ where llanimable materials
or materials such as gross
or leeves could come into contact
with a bot exhaust system.

2.06
GEAR LEVER
The reversing lights \\11llight up as
soon as reverse gear Is selected.
wil.b the ignition on.

To select reverse gear


Vehicle with manual g~arbox:
follow tho !K:,~• drawn on knob 1
and, depen · on l.be ,·ehicle, pull
ring 2 up against the gear Jo,·er linob
to select reverse.
Vehicles with automatic gearoox:
refer to ·'Automallc gcaroox .. in
Section 2.

2.07
HANDBRAKE POWER ASSISTED STEERING
To apply Never drive with an inadequately-
Pull upwards, m~~.ke sure that the charged battery.
vehicle cannot move
Variable po_. assis1ed steering
The variable power assisted steering
svstem is equirped with an
electronic contro system which
aiters the level of assistance to suit
the vehicle speed.
Steering is made easier durins
parking manoeuvres (for addM
convenience) whilst the force
needed to steer i.ncreases
progressively as the speed rises (for
enhanced safety at high speeds).
To release
Pull lever l gently upwards, push in
button 2 and lower the lever to the
floor.
The red warning light on the
instrument p8Df)l wil l light up if Depending on the slope
you are drivlllg with the liandbiake and/or voihicle load. it
not fully released. may be necessary to
apply the brake by an
additional two notches and to
eogage a gear (1st or reverse) for
roaniial vehiclee, or position P
Mako suro that the far aulomalic vehicle6.
handbrake is fullv
released when drlvini
otherwise overhee.tiDg
may occur.
.. . -•. :' .•. ..,"
z.os
ADVICE ON ANTI-POLLUTION, FUEL ECONOMY, DRIVING
RENAULT actively participates in Maintenance Engine adjustments
lhe reduction of pollutant exhaust lt is important to remember !hat • I&Wtion: !his does not require
gas emissions and in saving energy. failure to respect anti-pollution aajustmcnt.
By virtue of its design, moderate standards could lead to legal action
fuel conswnption and irlltial being taken against lhe \'9hiclo • Spark plugs: optimum conditions
settings, your RENATJIJ" conforms owner. In addition, replacing of use. peri'ormnnce and output
to current anti-pollution standards. engine, fuel supply sy~tcm and demand that the specifications
Technical design, however, cannot exhaust components Wtlh parts laid down by our design office be
achieve all. ·n1e fuel consumption other than those originally rigorous!y a<lllored to.
of your vehicle and lhe level of mconunended by the manufii<:lurcr If the spark plugs have to be
pollutant exhaust gas emissions are may alter your vehicle so that it no replaced, aclheno to tl>e make,
very much \\ithin your control. longer complies with anti-pollution type and gap specified for your
Make sure that vow vehicle is standards. vebicle's engino. Contact your
maintained and uSed correctly. Ha\·e \'Ol~ vehicle checked and RENAULT Dcalor for this
adjustCd by your RENAULT Dealer information.
in accordance \\ith the Instructions
In the vehicle's warrant\' and • Idling speed: This dO<'.s not
Sc!T\'iCing booklet. • require aajustmcnt.
Your RENAliLT Dealer has all lhe
equipment necessary for ensluing • Air filter, diesel 61ter: A clogged
that your vehicle is maintained to element hinders porfonnnnccand
its original standard. must be chansed.
A1wa_ys remember that tJle emi,.;sion • Injection pump setting: it must be
of pollutant fumes is direct I)• linked set to the reconunended values.
to fuel consumption.

2.09
ADVICE ON ANTIPOllUTION, FUEL ECONOMY, DRIVING (continued)
Monitoring exhaust gas • Brake as little as possible bv
The exhaust gas monitoring svstcm anticipating obstacles or bend's
will detect any faulls in
the and then simply lifting the
accelerator pedal.
vehicle's e.'<haost gas depollution
system. • Avoid sharp acceleration.
If this system malfunctions, toxic • Do not ovHrrcv the engine in the
s ubstances mav be released in to the intenne diate gears.
atmosphere 01' mechanical damage
may occur. Always use the highest gear
possible without labOuring the
~ This warning light on the engine.
~ instrwnent panel will
indicate if there are any On versions with automatic
problems ,.;th the system: l\earboxcs, it is preferable to keep
This comes on when the ignition is the gear lever in position D.
S\\~tched on and goes out after three • Do not try to maintain the same
seconds. speed up a hill; accelerate no
• If it comes on contintJously, Driving more than you would on the level.
()ontact your RENAULT De.aler as • Drive carefullv for the first few Keep your foot in tl1e same
soon as possibl• . miles until tlui engine reach•s its pos•tion on the accelerator pedal.
• If it Dashes, reduce the engine nomlal operating temperature. • Double dcd utching a.n d
speed until the lili!_l.!... . stops rather than let it warm up while accelerating be fore switching off
flashing. Consult yo ur Kt.NAULT the vehicle is stationary. are supetfluous actions in
Dealer as soon as possible. • Speed is expensive. modern vehicles.
• "Sporty" driving US<'.• a lot of fuel:
drive " i th a "light right foot".

• Bad weather, flooded roads


Do not drive through

A floods if the depth of


water is above the lower
e dge of the w heel rims.

2:10
ADVICE ON ANTIPOLLUTION, FUEL ECONOMY, DRIVING (continued)
• Vehicles with air conditionin8
will consume as much as 3.21ilres
extra fuel c-"lln·tOO miles (2 litres
per 100 kmf in urban cycle:
S\\1tch the air conditioning off if it
is not needed.
• Avoid filling the fuel tank to tho
very top to prevent any overflow.
• Do not leave an empty roof rack in
position.
• 11 is better to fit a trailer for bulky
obje<.1s.
• When towing a caravan. fH a wind
General hints dctlcctor and adjust it cnrofully. Tyres
• Elcctricitv is a "'fuel", so s"itch • Avoid using the vehicle for • Pressures which are too IO\\r may
off all · Wl!lecessary electrical door-to-door Calls (short journeys increase fuel consumption.
equipment. \\ith IOJl8 waits in between)
However. (\\ith safetV always In because tlie engine ne,·er reaches • The use of non-recommended
mind). keep vour liglits on wh~n its nonnal operating temperatum. tyres may nlso increase fuel
tho visibility' is bad ("sea and be 1ry to group your journeys. consumptton.
seen"'),
• Try to use Uta air vent::;. Driving
with the \\indows open at60 mpb
(100 krnlh) "'ill mcrease fuel
consumption by +4%

2.11
ENVIRONMENT
Your vehicle has been designed Your vehicle is more than 95%
with the aim of caring for the recyclable. Numerous innovations
environment. have been perfet.1 ed regarding t],.,
vehicle des•gn and materials used.
Manufacture: to make recycling easier.
RENAUJ.:r has manufactured your It integrntes many parts made of
vehicle to comply with the strictest recycled plastics ot renewable
en•ironroental standards. maicrials (wood. cotton, natural
Furthermore. RENAUJ.:f has rubber etc.).
implemented a system for checking
all of the vehicle components. Make your contribution towards
protecting tlle en,'it'Onment too.
Emissions: • Parts worn and replaced in the
Your vehicle is equipped with a course of routine vehicle
dcpollution system including a maintenance (batte~. oil filter, air
catalytic con\•erter, a lambda filter, etc.) and ml eont.amers
sensor and an active carbon filter (empty or filled "ith used oil)
(tl1e latter prevents vapour from the must be disposed of through
petrol tan)( being released into tlle specialist organisations.
open air). • At the end of the vehicle's service
life. it should be sent to approved
Recycling: centres to ensure that it is
RENAULT has used all its ex"]lertisa recycled.
to reduce environmental impar:t as • In all cases. comply ,_;t], local
far as possible at the end of the legislation.
service life of your vehlcle.

2.12
TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR
This system continuously monitors Operating principle
the tyre pressures. Each wheel has a sensor integrated
in the inflation vah'l! which
Tvre pn!SSUJ'eS should be adjusted periodically measures the tyre
-..:j,en the ly1'8S are cold. pressure.
If t~'"' p1'1'.$$Ul'I!S cannot be checked
when the .tyres are cold, the The dri\·er is constant!y infonned of
presswes mdlcated must be the tyre pressure status on the
mcreased by o.z to 0.3 bat (3 PSI). instrument panel display.

Never deRate a hot tyre.

'!'his function is an
additional drh.fng aid.
However. the function
does not take the placo of the
driver. It cannot, tbeiefore. under
any ci1cumstances replace the
~ce or the responsibility of
the driver.
Clock tbe tynt pressures once a
month.

2.13
TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (continued)
Fitting tyres
(replacing tyres or 6tti.ng winter
tyres)
.-\s there are special precautions to
A B be taken when replacing tyros. we
ad•;se vou to contact your

cu:
- -D
)j)
C
RENAULt Dealer.

Non-interchangeability of wheels To mark the correct position of the


wheel, note tho cofour of ring 2
(after cleaning, if ne<:e$Saryl on each
valve:
Each of the sensors
lnt~ted In the valves 1 - A : yeUow ring
is dedicated to one single - B : black ring
wheel: under no - C : red ring
cin:um.stances should you swap - D : groon ring
the wheels.
There is a risk of Incorrect
illfonnation which could have
serious consequences.

2.14
TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (continued)
Emergency spare wheel
The emorgenL'Y spare wheel does
not hnve a sensor and so cannot be
detected by U1e systom.
When it is fitted in the place of
anothr.r wheeL U1e system aetects a
fnuiL

Replacing wheel!!Ayres
This system requlros special
equipment (wheels, hubcaps. etc.).
ContaC1 vour RENAULT Dealer to
find out about aocessories
compatible with lho system and
whiCh may be purchased from
REi'IIAULT outlets: the use of anv Display
other accessorv could nffect the Display 1 on the Instrument panel The followinl! pages show the
corroC1 operation or the system. infonns you of any possible possible wtll'ru ng fights, symbols
inflation faults (flat t)'l:0, punctured and messages.
l)'l'C. S}''Stem fault, etc.).
Tyre repair aerosols
Because the vah-es are specially
designed. use onl\' aerosols
appr'O\·ed by RENAUL:ts Technical
Department.

2.15
TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR (continued)
Examples of messages which may appear on the display
"Inflate tyres: motonvay" "Stop! Tyre puncture"
~ The tyre pressure is not suitable for Replace the wheel affected 8 or
the driving speed. Slow down or contact a RENAULT Dealer.
inflate all four tyros to "motom'lly This message appoors accompanied
pressure" (refer to the 'Jyre pressure
table). by the1!111 warning ligbL

'Tyre pressure sensor faulr'


One wheel {A) disappears.
indicating that a sonsor is rmssing
from this wheel or is faulty (e.g., if
the emergency spare wheelbas &een
fitted to the veliiclo).

"Check tyre pressures"


A shaded wheel B. indicates a
deflated or ovor-inflated tyre.

2.16
ELECI'RONIC SI'ABILITY PROGRAM: ESP \\11TH UNDERSTEER CONTROL
This system helps to keep control of When the function begins to
the vehiclo in critical drMng operete, warning light A Dashes to
situations (avoiding an obstacle. warn you.
loss of grip when cornering. etc.), it If the warning light comes on
'~orlcs in addition to the understeer accompanied bv the ASR
control system. deselocted message when the
engine is started. slowly turn the
steerin& wheel ~'Om lock to lock lo
reirtitiaJise 1he system.

This fWld:ion is an Understeer control


additional aid in case of This system oplimises the action of
critical dri · conditions
and allO\'~ \-ehicla
the ESP in th
. o case of pronounced
understcoring (loss of liont axle
handling to be adapted to suit the holding).
driver.
However, the function does not Operating principle
take the J?lace of the driver. 11 A sensor in the steering wheel Faults
does not maease the vehicle's deto<:ts the direction solcctCd by the When the system detects an
limitations and should not driver. operating fault the message
enCOW'1138 you to drive faster. OlllOr sensors throughout the "ESPI'fulction Cont rol fnult appears
Thus, il can under no vohide measure tli<J actual on the instrument panel
circumstances replace the dinJction.
viljilance or responsibility of the accompanied by the. warning
'The svstcm compares tl>c direction
drlver when manoeuvring the selected by the driver ,md the actual ligh t aJld indk.ator light A.
vehicle (the driver must always direction of the vehicle and corrects Contact your RENAIJLT Dealer.
be reedy for sudden iDciderits this as necessary by appl)~ng the
which may oc:cur wbsn driving). brakes selectively and/or acting on
the engine power.

2.17
TRACTION CONTROL: ASR
This system helps to limit the loss of The " "tern also adjusts the engine
traction of dttvo wheels and to speeato the grip available under the
control the vehicle when pulling wheels. independently of the
away or accelernting. pressure exerted on the accelerator
pedal.
When the funL1.ion botrins to
operate. warning light A lfa.shes to
warn you.

l1lis funaion is an
addiliolllll aid in case of
critical driving conditions
and allov.'S the vehicle
handling to be adapted to suit
the driver.
However, the fu nction does not
take the ploce of the d river. It Operating principle
does not decrease the vehicle's Using the wheel sensors, the '}'Stem
limitations and should not measures and compares the speed
eocourage you to drive more of the drive wheels at all times and
quicldy. slows down thoir ovor-rotation.
Thus. it can under no If a wheel is stasti!\8 to spin, the
cin:umslanc:$S replace the S\·stem brakes outontatically until
vi$il•om 01' responsibility of the the drive delivered 00comes
driver when manoeuvnng the compatible with the level of grip.
wbicle (the driver must always
be ~ for llldden inciderits
which may occur when driving).

2.10
TRACllON CONTROL: ASR (continued!
Operating fauJl
When the system detects an
operating fault the message
"ESP/ASR foult" appears on t~c
instrument panel along " 1th the
• wamlng light and warning
light A
Contact your R.EKAULT Ooolcr.
If the wanling light comes on
accompaniocl b,· the ASR
deselectcd messag,e when the
engine is started. s1owlv turn lhe
steering whool from lock to lock to
reinitialisc the s:r-stem.
Disabling the function
In some situations (drh·ing or> ,·ery 0i5'lbling the function also disables
wet ground: snow. mud. etc. or the ESP function.
driving with chained wheels), the Co~ this as soon "" possible by
systom may reduce the engine pressing switch 1 again.
output to l.itilit whoolspin. If this is
not required, it is possible to TI>e function ls reactivated
deactivate the function by pressing automatically when the ignition is
S\\itch 1. switched on or when a speed of
The message "Traction Control approximately 30 mph (50 Km/h) is
disconnected" appears on the
exceeded.
instn1mont panel and warning light 1t is impossible to deselc<:t this
A S\'\rilches on to wam you. .. function when trovcllinq above a
threshold of approximately 30 mph
(W km/b).

2.19
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM: ABS
When braking sharply, the two main This system also allows you to '
1
Vhenever the system is in use, you
aims are to reduce the stoP.ping optimise stopping distances when will feel a varying degree of pulsing
distance and to keep your veliide tlie adhesion of one or more wheels through the brake pedal. These
under control. liowever. there is a becomes hazardous (wet roads, tallgi6le signs will warn you that the
risk that roadholding and slippery or varying road surfaces). adhesion tietwoon the tyres and the
directional control mav be -lost and Although this system allows you to groWid has reached its limit and
the wheels may lock under bmking, make maximum use of stopping enable you to adapt your drh~ng
depending 0 11 the nature of tlie distances, even "ith the ABS vou style to suit the road conditions.
ground, weather conditions and still have to take account of-the
your reactions. The Anti-lock actual condition of the road surface.
Braking System (ABS) has been It is still essential to follow the rules
designed to combat this danger. of good drivin,ll pmc1ice (sur.h as
The safety enhancement is that the driving at a sale distance from the
brake control system prevents the vehicle in front). The fact that the
wheels from lOCking. even if the vehicle's safety bas been increased
brakes are applied too sharplv. and should not encourage you to take
allows the veliiclc to be steered and risks.
thus its direction to be controlled.
Under these cirt::umstances it is
quite possible for the driver to steer
the vellicle and to avoid an obstacle
whilst at the same time applying the
brake.

2.20
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM: ABS (continued)
One of tv.'O situations may arise if
there is • fault in the ABS system:
1 - <lraJ18e warning lights
and •
m
on the instrument
panel light up.
Braking Is s till a\oailable, but
without tho ABS system.
Contnct o RENAUJ..:r ~.l er as
soon •• possible.

rA\1
~ light m
z • The oran,oe warning
and the red
brake fault wanring llght EiJ
accompanied b- and .
and the message are lit up OD the
iDslrwnent panel.
This indicates that bolh tbe blllking
~stem and the ABS system are
faulty. Your ~ systallll 818 The braking control provided by
=--~lly
n "
:~=
a, ...uu. 3 ..w ' : :
the anti-lock bral:in8 system is
independent of the load applied to
the 6rakc pedal. In an cmeJgeocy.
Im W '' p ilJ. • IOIIIl • apply fu:m and continuous
~ t- - :..-.:.:.~..L.•,..!l"' pressure to the brai:D pedal. There
, , . ,.
:~.-.:-"'" ··~: ... -·...... ;·-5\•.:.v~
-'-~~
--;-~... 1 1,.1 .··
·-·
IS no need to pump it repeatedly.
. .
'' i
Z.Zt
BRAKE ASSIST
This system is complementary to
ABS and helps reduce vehicle
stopping distances.

Operating principle
The system detects an. emergency
braking situation. In ti!Js cas4?. the
braking assistance tmmedtaloly
develops maximum power and may
trigger ABS regulation.
ABS braking is maintained as lo11g This function is an
as the brake pedal i• not released. additional aid in case of
ll!::!::!J aitical driving conditions
and allows the vehicle
Hazard lighting handling to bo adapted to suit the
driver.
Dependins on the vehicle. these However. the function does not
mav light up under suddon
deeelemtion. take the place of the driver. It.does
DOt iDaease the \'ehicle's
llmttatioas aDd should not
I!IICOII1"1I8! you tn drino £aim:
Thus, it can under no
cit~ces tej!l~ce the
Yigjlanoe or responaitJiiitf of the
dri- when manoeuvnng the
vehicle (the drl- must alWB)'B be
-dy for BUddeo inc:ideqts Which
may occur wbeD driviug).

2.22
CRUISE CONrROL - SPEED LIMITER: limiter function

The spec<! linriter function allows


you to decide on a maximum
Controls Indicator light 6 liJ
1 Main On/Off bullon. This orange indlcator light on the
driving speed.
2 Limit speed storage and increase instrument panel com"" on to
'l11is mav be useful, for example. switch. indicate thot the limiter functio n is
when driving in urban areas or in S Reltl.ro to stored linrit speed. in operation.
areas ,.;th speed restriction
(roadworks). etc. 4 Switching the function off (with When tile function is active. the
limit speed stored) message "limlter" appears on the
The S\'Stem operates above a drh;no s limit speed storage and decrease instrument p311el accompanied by
speed of approxirn.1tcly zo mpl: $\\r;tch. dash.,..
(30 km/b).

Z.23
CRUISE CONTROL · SPEED LIMITER: limiter function (continued)

Driving .-----------
When a limit speed is stored, the
vehicle may be driven normally
until the limit speed is reached.
From this point, no amount of elfon
on the accelerator pedal will aUow
you to exceed t.he programmed
Speed exoept in an emergency (see
iillozmation on exceeding the limit
speed).

Switching on Changing the limit speed


Pross switch 1 B.l s ide. The limit speed may be changed by
pres.•ing repeatedly or pnlssing ani!
Th e indiCLitor light w ill light u p on holding down:
tbc instnuncnl panel.
• button 2 to increase speed.
· button 5 to reduce speed.
Umit:ing the speed
AI a steady speed (above 20 mph
(30 kmlbll. press switch 2: the
speed is stonid.

2.24
CRUISE CONI'ROL - SPEED LJ}.fiTER: limiter function (continued)
Exceeding the limit speed Return to limit speed
In the event of an emergency A stO<ed speed can be recalled by
it is possible to exceed the limit pressin~::too 3 until the message
$JlC<ld at any moment. To do this: "Speed · "ter" is displayed.
press the accelerator pedal finnly
and fully (beyond the point of
resistance).
While it is being exceeded, the limit
speed flashes on the instrument
panel.
When the ommgency h~,
telease the accelerator a): the
speed limiter function wi 1return as
soon os you reach a speed lower
than the limited speed before the
emergency.
Switching the function off
Umit speed cannot be mnintu.ined The speed limiter functjon is
If the system is unable to maintain ;nhibited when you press:
the limited speed (for example - bunon 4 , in this case the limit
when driving down a steep speed will remain stoted and the
Fdicnt). the limited speed on the message "Stored" will appear on
mstrwnellt panel \\illllasb. the instrument P"llel.
- button l, in this case the limited
speed is no longer stored, and the
indicator light on the instrument
panel goes out to confinn that tho
function has been cancelled.

2.25
CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: cruising function

IA'hen ttaffic conditions permit Controls Indicator light 6


(continuouslv moving or motorway 1 Main On/Off switch
traffic). rJ·uis(, controf allows vou tO This green indicator light on the
maintain a sclcc:tcd speed: the 2 Cruising speed storage and in..<trument panel oomes on to
cruising speed. increase switch indicate that the c:ruiso control
3 Rerurn to stored cruising speed function is in oper.1tion.
This cruising spcocl may be set at
any speed abOve 20 mph (30 km/h). 4 S\\i tching the ftUlction off (with When the function is active. the
cruising speed stored). message "Cruise Control" appearl!
5 Cruising speed storage and on the instrument panni
adjustment switch (decreasing) a<;COmpanied by dashes.

2.26
CRUISE CONI'ROL • SPEED LIMITER: cruising function (continued)
Driving Elweeding the cruising speed
When a cruising speed is stored you In the event of an emergency
may lift your foot off t.he accelerator Tha cruising speed mnv be
pedal. e.xc;ccded at any time by depressing
the accelerator pedaL W1iilst the
speed is being exceeded. the
Changing the cruising speed cruising speed displayed on the
The cruising speed may be instrument panel flashes.
changed by pressing repeatedly or \'Vh en_the emergency is over, tl1c
continuously on: vehicle will return lo its set crujsing
- b1•tton 2 to increase speed. speed as soon as you lift your foot
- button 5 to reduce spcocd. oTf the pedal.
Cruising speed cannot be
maintained
If the system is unable to maintain
Switching on the cntising speed (for exanlplc
Press switch 1 li1 side.
when driving up a steep gradient),
the cmising speed on the
The in dicator light '>ill light up on instrwnent pa11el "~JJ llnsh.
tho instrument panel.

Activating cruise control


;\t a stable speed (above 20 mph or
30 )on/h) and in the con:ect gear (for
vehicles with n1anual qearboxesJ.
press switch 2: the spccu is stored

2.27
CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: cruising function (continued)
- press button 1, in which case the Return to cruising speed
cruising speed is no longer stored. A stored speed can be recalled bv
Confirmation that the function has pressing nuttoo 3, the message
been switched off is given when the "Cruise Control" appe.ars on tbo
indicator light on the instrument instrument panel.
panel goes out.

Switching the function off


The function is inhibited when you:
- depress the brake pedal.
- depress the clutch pedal or shift
into ncutml if the vehicle has an
automatic gearlJox.
m
~
This function is an
additional dri,1ng aid.
- press button 4 , in which case the However, the function
cruising speed remains stored. does not take the ,Place of the
FoUowing tl1ese tluee actions . the driver. Under no CJrCUJllStaoces
message "Stored" is displaved on should it replace observation of
the instrument panel ' speed limits nor vigilance and
responsibility on the part of the
driver.

2.28
AUI'OMATIC GEARBOX
The lever must onl )' be shifted to D
or R when the veb.icle is stationarv.
With the brake pedal depressid
and aa:elerator pedal released.
You must apply the brake before
pressing the unlocking button to
mo,·e out of the P position.

Driving in automatic mode


Select position 0 . In tho majority of
traffic siluations, vou will not have
to touch the gear le" or a;;ain; the
gear will change automahcally at
the ri!drt time and at the most
suitable engine speed. because the
Gear lever Driving svstem taKes into account the
Indicator display 1 located on the With the gear lever in position P or vehicle ln:td. pmlile or the road and
instrument panol displays the mode N. switch on the ignition. the particular clrivingstylc you have
and gear solO<:ted. cbosen.
With your foot on the brnke p~.-dal
{the warning light goes out). sllift
P: p.1rk from position P..
R: revorse
N: neutr".ll
D : automatic modo
4 : di.s play of the gear selected in
manual mode

2.29
AUTOMATIC GEARBOX !continued)
How to drive ~onomically Driving in manual mode
Leave the selector in position D With the selector lover in position D. Special cases
(drive) on tho Ol?'lll ro.1d. Press the move the lever to the loll. In certain driving conditioruo (e.g.:
accelerator pedal light!y to ensure Pushing the lever repeatedly allows In order to protect the engine or
automatic gear changes at you to Change gears rruumall>·· when ESP is eng889d) the gearbox
compa.rativoly low engine speeds. may change a gear automatfcally.
• to movo down through the gears.
push the lever back\\11tds. Likewi..<e, to prevent inconect
Accelerating and O\•ertaking . to mo,·e up through the gears. manoeuvres. a gear change may be
push tho lm·cr Forwards. refused bv the system: In this case
Quicklv der,ress the accelerator the gear Ctisplay Dashes for a Few
pedal romp etely (until you pass The gelll' selected is displayed on seconds as a warning.
tl>e point or resistance). the instrument panel.
This will activate the kickdown
function allowing you to change
domt to tllC rnost 6Uitable gear.

2.30
AUfOMATIC GEARBOX (continued)
Special circumstances Parking tlle vehicle
· li the bends and hills on the road When the vehicle Is s tationarv,
do not allow you to stay in move the lever to position P while
automatic mode (e.g.: in the k:£:\"8 your f'oot on the brake
mountains), wo recommend that p 1: the gearbox is in neutral and
\'OU change to manual mode. the dri\·e wheels are mechanically
'rbis will prevent the automatic locked by the transmission.
gearllox eh~ gears
succcssi"oly when cllinbing. and Apply the handbrake.
permit eogino braking on long
descents.
• In cold weather. start the engine
and wail A few seconds beTore
moving the selector lever from
position P or N and engaging it
1.n D or R to prevent the engine
stalling.
- Vehicles not fitted with traction
control: on a slippery surface or
surface with a low level of
adhesion, Ghnngc to manual mode
and select second 8"'"' (or even
third) before starting the en,aine to
avoid wheelspln wlien starting.

2.31
AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
faults
- when dri"ing. if the message
"gearbox fault" aod the SERVICE
.---------"'! '
(continued)

warning light appe.lt on the


instrument panel, this Indicates a
fault.
C'.onr"ct yolU' RENt\UtT Dealer as
soon "s possible.
- when driving. if tho message
"gcoubox overheatins" 81ld the
SERVICE warning ligllt appear on
the instrument panel. a\'Oid
leaving the lever in the D position
(or RJ where traffic conditions
allow: nlwnys return to position N
w hen you stop.
\\'hen setting off, if the lovnr is
Contact you.r RENAUJ.:I' Dealer as lockod in position P tWtUl though
soon as possible. vou nro prossing the brake pedal,
- 1f a vehicle »;th an automatic ihe lever can be released manually.
~arbox breaks down. refer to To do this. unclip the upj>Cr section
"TO\\ing- in Section 5. of the cover at llie base of the le,·er.
Press 1he marking on 1hc gniler and
the lUllocking button on the Jo,·cr
simu ltaneously.

2.32
Section 3: Your comfort

Air vents ··························-··································............-................... ............................ ....!'!':: ••• 3.02 · 3.03


Hearing and air eonditioning ....................................................................... =-..······-····················...
3.04 - 3.16
Electric windows ......................................................................................... :-.....::.............................. 3.1 i - 3.20
\~1ndscreen ........................................................................................................................................................ 3.20
Sun visor ..............~............................................................................................................................. 3.21
Sunroof ............... ~.-................................................s....................,.................,...............\.............. 3.22 • 3.23
Interior lighting .........""... - .................... ....................,~...........~..~-,...,.............:......................................... 3.24
Storoge compartme~senger compartment fittin&SJ;···--·· .....7::-; ....................~ .......................... 3.25 - 3.28
Ashtrays I Cigarette li ter ..................... ,....,..._ ..... 4 3.29
. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . ._ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear bench seat ............................................................................................................................................... 3.30


Luggage compartment ..................................................................................................................................... 3.31
Rear parcel shelf ...................................i ···-·--...._......................................................................................... 3.32
Storage compartments I luggage cornpartmen fittings ................................................................................. 3.33
'Iransporting items in the luggage compartment ........................................................................................... 3.34
Roof rack ..................................................................................................... ,..................................................... 3.35
3.01
AIR VENTS (air outlets)
, 2 3 4 5 6 7

1 - Side air ,·cnt 5 - Control panel

2 - Left-hand side -..indow demister 6 - Right-hand side window demister

3- Windscroon demisting venls 7 - Side air ,·cnt

4 - Centre 11ir vont~ B - Footwell heating oullots

3.0 2
AIR VENTS (continued)

Air Oow Direction


Move tumblewhecl 1 (beyond the Right/loft: move t•bs 2 or 3.
point of rr.sistance). Up/ d0\\'!1: lowor or raise tabs 2 or 3.
Up: maximum floK
Down: closed.
Move !llmblewheol 4 (bovond the
point o f rosistance). .
To 1ho right: maximum !low.
lb the loli: closed.

3.03
HEATING I AIR CONDmONING
Adjusting the air temperature
A B c D Turn control B to obtain the desired
temperature. The further the slide is
in tiie red 1 the more the temperatute
will be increased.
\Vhen the air conditioning system is
"''ed for long periods. it may begin
to feel cold. This can be corroctedby
increasing l11e quantity of hot arr
(turn oontrol B to the right).

Controls
A · Air recirculation control. E - treated roar screen and heated
door min-or control and
B - Adjusting the air temperature. indicator light (depending on
vehicle).
C - Adjusting the ventilation speed.
F- Air conditioning control and
D - Adjusting ll1e easseuger indicator light (depending on
compa.rtmem air distrtbutioo. vehicle).

3.04
HEAT ING I AIR CONDITIONING (c;onlinued)

0 Position I!J
Tbe air flow is mainly directed
towards the passengnr footweiL

Position EJ
The air flow is directed to all the air
vents and the front aud rear
passenger footwolls.
This is the recommended position
for the best tmnporatw-e in hot
wealher.
Position I!J
Distribution of air in the The air flow is only diJccted
passenger compartment towards all the air vents.
Move control D to position the slide
opposite the marked position<. Note: for quick demisting. St!l the

Position [~] Position m controls to the


- externa) air.
[~] positions:

All the nir flow is directed to the The air flow is distributed l:H>tw ocn - maAimum tempernluro.
demisting Vt!nls for the windscreen the demisting vents for the - demisting.
and the side windows. "~ndscreen. the s ide windows ond
th~ front and roax foot wells. Using the air conditioning increases
the speed of demisting.
This is the recommended position
for the best tempcrnture in cold
weather.

l :l.OS
HEAT1NG I AIR CONDmONING [continued)

F
Adjusting the ventilation speed Position 0
Normal use In this position:
'!Urn coul!OI C tu one of lha foLu· . air conditioning stops auto-
positions to operate the ventilation motically even if button F is
and adjust the power. activated (the indicator light
remains lit);
Select position 1 for minimum
veotilanon and position 4 for • the ventilation speed of air in the
ma.'Umum vcntilataon. passenger compartment is zero;
. there is, however. a slight now or
air wbcn the vehicle is mo,ing.
This position should not normallv
bo used. ·

3.06
HEATING I AIR CONDITIONING (continued)

Air rocin:ulation op eration Air recireulat:ion allowll:


(isolating the passenger • the e~1emal atmosphere lO be
compartment) isolated (e.g.: driving in polluted
Turn control A towards air areas):
• the desired temperature or the
recirculnlion :;ymbol ~ . passenger compartnumt 10 be Prolonged use or this posilion can
In these condilions a ir is taken L·om ~chim·cd as quickly as posslbln. lead to condon.~a1 ion forming on
the passenger coulpa~·tment and is the side windows and windsc:J·ccn
recirculatcd. with no air being lakcn and problems duo to the use of
from outside the vehicle. non-renewed air In the passenger
compartment.
We therefore advise you to return
to normal mode (external air) as
soon as the rcci.n:ulated air
func!ion is no longer ttJquired, by
tummg control 1\ aga.in.

3.07

CLIMATE CONTROL
12 - Heated rear screen nnd heated
door mirrors (depending on
,•ebicle).
13 - Heated rear screen indicator
light.
H - Air recirculation control.

Controls
1 - Clear View button to dentist and 5 - Dis play.
de-ice the windows.
2 · Clear ViC\\' funr:tion indicator 6 - Switching omomatlc mode on
and o ft".
light.
3 - Switching tho air conditioning 8 and 10 - Air distribution adjustme!ll
on and off. for the passenger
compM~mont.
4 and 7 - Air tem~ure adjusllnelll
9 and 11 - \"entilation speed Buttons 1 and 12 are
adjusunent. romplemented by operation
indicator lights (2 and t 3):
- indicator light lit up. the
function is swilched on.
- indicator li~t off. the function
is swi1checfofT.

3.08
CLlMATE CONI'ROL (continued)
· press button 7 to increase the
temperature .
· press button 4 to decrease the
temperature.
Note: The maximum and minimum
•c
setti ngs of 15 "C and 27 allow tbe
system to produce a minimum or
maximum temperature, whatever
the ambient conrutions.

Ambient temperature (automatic


model
The climate control system Only the temperature and the
guarantees (with the exception of AUTO symbol are displayed
extreme weather condihons) a Tite ftmctions managed in
comfortable ambient temperature in automatic mode arc not displayed.
the passenger compartment and
maintains a good level of visibility. In automatic mode (the AUTO
indicator li~hl lit up on the
display). all air conditioning
functions are controlled by the
system.
\\ihen you modifv . C?rtain
functions the AUTO mdtcator
light ~oos out. On!y the modified
li.mchon is not controlled by the
system.

3.09
CLIMATE CONTROL (continued)
Ambient temperature: automatic
modo (continued)
Operation
To obtain and maintain the
tempezature selected and good
visibility. the S)'Stcm controls:
- the •·entilation speed:
- the distribution or air:
• the air recirculation management;
- startin~ or stopping the all-
condiuoning:
The values displayed are the air
- the air tcmpornturc. temperature selling.
W1len the vehicle is started in cold
or bot woathor, incronsing or
clccrcasing the values rlisplavcn
does not muHn the.tlhe temperalure
is reached more qlLickly, whatever
the inclicated temperature may be.
the system opt!mlsos tho increase
or decrease in tempe-rature (the
\'entilalion 5\'5lem does not start
instantly at ·maximum speed: it
gradually increasesuntiltheengine
temperature Is sufficient, wliich
may take from a few scc:onds to
several minutes).
Gencralh· sJ>C.lking. unless th<>ro is
a particular fault. the dashboard air
•·ents should remain open.

3.10
CLIMATE CONTROL (continued)
Position I!J
The air flow is mainly directed
to\vards all the air vents.

Position I!J
The air flow is directed to all the
" indscreen demisting \'ents and the
passenger footweU.

Position 1!1!1
The air flow is only dimcted to the
passenger footwcllS.
10
Altering automatic mode
The automatic mode is the normal Position EJ
operation mode of the system but
you may alter the selecuons made All tho air flow is directed to the
by the system (air distribution. etc.). dcmislinl{ vents for the "i.ndscreen
tlieso options arc e.'Cplained on the and the stde wiodo\\·s.
foliO\dng pages.
Position H The manual air distribution
Distribution of air in the The air fiow is directed to the option causes the operating
passenger compartment w indscroon rlcmistina ,·ents. the indkator on the display to
side \\indows and if:e passenger switch off 5 (autom•tic mode).
·rbere arc fivo eossiblc but only air distribution is no
combinations for air distribution,
footwell.
lonacr controlled automatically
which may ue selectod by pressing by the system.
buttons 8 and 10 repeatedly. The
arrows on display 5 indicate tho Press button 6 to return to
setting selected: • automatic mode.

3 .11
CLIMATE CONTROL (continued)
Varying the ventilation speed .-------------------------
In automatic m ode. the system uses
the most suitable amowit of air to
reach and maintain the desired
temperature.
E>.i t automatic mode by pressiog
buttons 9 and 11.
The-se buttons aJiow you to increase
or decrease ventilation speed. 9

Switching air conditioning on


or off
In automatic mode, the system
switches the air conditioning
system on or off, depending on the
exterior weather conditions. Note: the Clear \~ew function
automaticallv operates the air
Exit automatic mode by pressing conditioning (indicator light on).
button 3: the AUTO indicator on Press button 6 to return to automatic
display 5 S\\1tcbes off. mode.
Button 3 activates (indicator light
on the display lit) or deactivates
(indicator liiilit off) the air
wndilioniog fUnction. Tn nutomatic mode. in cold
weather. the ventilation \"'ill not
start immediately at maximum
power but " 1ll increase gradually
until the engine tempe'rature is
warm enough to heat the passenger
compartment air. This may take a
few seconds or several minutes.

3.12
CLIMATE CONTROL [continued)

13 12
Heated rear screen
Press button 12: operating indicator To exit this function, press
light 13 Gomos o n. button 12 again. Demisting
This function pe.n:nits rapid automatically stops.
demisting/de-icin.~ of . the rear
screen o.nd de-icmg of the door
mirrors [depending o n version).

3.13
CLIMATE CONTROL (continued)
Note: lf you wish to red uce the air
flow (wliich may produco a certain
amount of noise in the passenger
compartment}. press button 11.
To exit th is function. press either:
· button 1 again.
· button 6 (the AIJfO button on the
display S\\~tchcs on).

13 12 11
Clear View function
Press bu tton 1 , operating indicator 2 Tllis func tion rapidly dentists I
comes on. de-ices the ;vindscroen. the front
1be AUTO button indicator light side windows nnd the door mirrors
(depen ding on the ,·ehicle}.
(on the d isplay) switches olf.
lt imposes automatic operation of
the air conditioning. inhibirs
recirculation :md activates heating
of the rear saeen (indicator
light 13~
Press button 12 if you do not want
rear screen beating to be activated.
in dicator light 13 goes out.

3.14
CLIMATE CONTROL (continued)

Air re<:il'culation mode


Pressing button 14 aclivatos air
rcdrculntion (the s,·mbol lights up
I Prolonged use of this position may
lead 10 odours caused b••
on the display}. • noo-roncwal of air and thO
During rocirculalion. air Is taken formation or condensation on tho
from ihe passenger comp.utmcnt windows.
and is rec•·cled, with no air being We therefore advise vou to rewm to
taken from outside the vehicle. normal mode (external air or
Air recirculaUon allows thoo:<turual automutic rccircuJntion) as soon as
atmosphere to be isolated (e.g.: air reci,·culntion is no longer
driving in polluted areas). needed. by pressing button 14.

3.15
AIR CONDffiONING: l\1ISCELLANEOUS

If no cool air is produced Faults


Check that the controls ore set If you notice a d..crease in de-icing.
corrccth· and that the fusos are demisting or air con ditioning
sound. Otherwise switch off the air efficiency. it may be caused by
conditioning a nd contact a clogging o f the cabin filter cl<l1l1en\
REI'\AULT Dealer. (refer to tho vehicle's warranty a nd
Do not open the refrigerant Ouid servicing booklet to find out how
circuit. often you should replace this).
Generally. in the event of a fault
contact your RENAULT Dealer.

Fuel consumption
When the air cond itioning is
o perating, you will n ormally notice After prolonged use of tho air
an Increase in fuel consumption conditioning. it is nonnaJ to sec
(cspeciaJJy in nn urban condensation collecting underneath
environment). tho \-ehlde.
In \\inter. use the air conditioning
occasionally in order to maintain
the system in correct working
order.

3.16
ELECI'RIC WINDOWS

With tho ignition on: From tho front passenger seat


· pi'C$5 the bunon to opon the Press switch 6.
window to the dooirod height
(note: the rear windows do not
open fully}; From the rear seats
·raise the button to raise the Press switch 7.
window to the desired height.
f'tom the driver's seat W SaJoty of rear oc<:u pants
OpBJ'attt switch: ~ The driver can inl1ibil operdtion of the rear electric windows and
· t for the rlri;•ers side; doors by pressing switch 4 on the side with the icon.
• 2 for the front passenger's side:
Driver's responsibility
• 3 and 5 for the rear pas.o;engers.
Never leave your vehicle without removing the RBNAUU Card from
inside and never lea•.., a child (or a pet} unsupervised. With the key in the
ignition it would be possible to operate the electric windows and t!iere is a
risk that the child may be seriously injured (by trapping his or her neck,
arm, hand. etc.). Ifsomething gets trapped, reverse Ilia direction of travel as
soon as possible by pressing the relevant switch.

:t.t7
ONE-TOUCH ELECI'RIC WINDQ\o\'S

The ono-touch modo is an addition


to the electric window operation
described abo,·e.
If it is present on the vehicle, it is
filled to tl1e driver's window only or
all the windows.
W Safety of rear occupants
~ The drJ,·er can inhibit operation of the rear electric windows and
Press S\\~tches 1. 2. 3. 5 , 6 or 7. doors by pressing s"itch 4 on the side with the icon.
The system operates: Driver's rospcnsibility
- with the ignition on: Never leave your vehicle without removing the RIDIAUI:r Card from
· with the ignition off until the inside end nover leave a child (or a pet] unsuj;crvised. With the key in the
driver's door is opened/closed itp!ition it would be possible to Opolrate the electric \\mdows and tliere is a
(limitod to approximately nsk that tho child may be seriously injwed (by trapping his or ber neck,
20 m inutes). ann, hand, otc.). If somatltinggel•tropped, reverse Ilia dircction of travel as
soon as pos.•ible by pressing the relevant switch.

3.18
ONE-TOUCH ELECfRIC WINDOWS (continued)
Norma.! mode Remote co n trol v.indow closing Operating faults
- Press 1ho rolovanl bullonlo low~r (for \•ebicles lined wllh onc-loucb in lhe event thal a window does no!
the window and release il when electric windows). close, the syslem switches 10
the window is a1 lhe desired When \"ou lock lhe doors from lhe normal mode: pull tbe rele,•ant
height. outsjde and press tbe door or S\v;tcb for as long as necessary until
- Ull lho relevant button to raise lhe luggage compartmenl locking lhe "mdow closes. and then hold it
\\;ndow and release it when lhe button on the RDIAULTCard twice there (still on the closo sldo) for one
\\mdow is a1 the desired height. in quick succession (in hands-free second to roinitialise the system.
mode). lhe windows close If ~ecessary, consult your local
aulomatically. RENAULT Dealer.
One-touch mode
- Briefly press the rele•·~rnt swilch
down fully: lhe window will open Special note
complolely. For yow S!lfety your vehicle is fitted
- Raise tho swilch concerned fully wi lli an anli-pinch facil ily. When a
and quickly to close the window ""indow encounters resislanc~
comple!ely. whilst closing (someone's fingers,
an animal's paw or the branch of a
Pressing t ho swilch during ~ilher tree. for example). it slops and
operation will stop lbt! winduv~t lowers by several cen! irno!Tcs.
mO\ing.

fAl aosing the wind~\\"$


~ may cause scnous
injuries.
The system should only be used
if lhe driver can clearly see that
nobody is inside the vehicle.

3.19
MANUAllY.OPERATED WINDOWS WINDSCREEN

Manually-operated rear windows Heat reflecting nindscreen


Turn winder 1. (depending on the vehicle)
The windscreen reflects the sw1
and, in particulttr, limits the
infrared rays entering the passenger
compartment.
There a.re two zones 2 used for
affixing pennits to the \\rindscreen
(e.g.: motom ·ay permits. car park
season tickets. etc.). located on
either side of the rear-,'iew mirror.

3.20
SUN VISOR

Front stm visor lllwninated vanity mirror


Low er sun visor 1. Slide cover 5 .
Light 4 S\\~tchcs on nutomntically.
Courtesy mirrors without
lighting 2
Slide cover 3.

3 .21
ELECI'RIC SUNROOF

- never operate the sunroof with


the sliding sun blind closed;
. never drive with the sunroof open
and the sliding sun blind closed.

The system operates: Tilting the sunroof Dri,•e r's responsibility


- with the ignition on, Never leave your vehicle
- opening: open the sun blind. then witho\tt removing the
. with the ignition off until the turn button 2 to position A •
driver's door is o pened/dosed .RENAULT Card from
- dosing: turn button 2 to position 0. inside and never leave a child (or a
(limited to approximately pet) unsupervised. With the key in
20 minutes). the ignition it would be possibfe to
Sliding the sunroof operate the electric "inclows and
- openins: open the sw1 blind. then there is a risk that the cbild may be
Sun blind turn button 2 to position B, CorD, setiously injured (b\· [tapping their
Always operate the slidinil sun depending on the degree of neck, arm, hand; etc. in the
blind " 'ith the sunroof closea: opening required. window).
- opening the sun blind: push - closing: lll.m button 2 to If something gets trnpocd, reverse
handle 1 then guide the sun blind position 0. the direction of travef as soon as
back to the retractor; pOSSible b)' lll.rning knob 2 fully to
- closing the sun blind: pull handle the right (position DJ.
1 until it cl icks shut.

3.22
ELECI'RIC SUNROOF (continued!
Sunroof remote control closing Special note Advice for use
(for vehicles fitted with one-touch For your safety your vehicle is fitted - ,•ebicle with roof bars
electric windows). witb an anti-pinch facUlty. When a In general. it is not atMsable to
When you loci: the doors "1th the glass panel encounters resistance use the suoroof.
Hands-free RENAULT Card and whilst closing (someone's fingers.
an animal's paw or the branch of a Before using the sunroof, chock
press the locldog button on the the objects and/or accessories
R.ENAULT Card or a door handle tree, for example). it stops and
moves back by several c;cntimelres. (bicycle racks, roof luggage
button or the llll!S"ao compartment compartment etc.) attached to tbo
button twice in qwck succession roof rack bars: tl1ev should be
the windows and the sunroof dos~ properly arranged and secured
automatically. Sunroof closing fault
and should not interfere with the
After closing tho sum·oof by remote In tltis case, chock that there is no operation of the <unroof.
control. pressing button 3 allows obstacle, then turn button 2 to
position o, tlten press button 3, until Consult your RENAULT Deal•r
lhe sun roof to return to its previous to find out about possible
position. the sunroof closes completely.
adaptations:
- check that tlte sunrool' is properh·
closed before leaving your
vehicle.
- clea.n the seal every thrw months
using products reeon>mended b ,·
our TeChnical Depru1ment. ·
- do not o pen the sunroof
Closing the s~f can
immcdiatelv 1tfter tho \'Chide has
rA1 been in the rain or after it has bocn
~ cause 58\-ere mJnnes. washed.
The system should only
be used if the driver cen cleady
see lhat nobody is inside the Important: during this operation.
vehicle. the sunroof anti·pinch facilitv is
deactivated. '
Consult your RENt\ ULT Dealer
as soon as possible.

3.ZJ
INTERIOR UGHTS

Courtesy lights A or B Map reading lights Door lights


Press S\\itrll 2 or 5 for: In the front seats. press switch 1 for Each light 7 comes on when a door
. pennanenl 1ighting: the drh·er and 3 for the front is opened .
- intermittent lighting. w hich passenger.
comes on when a door is opened. In the roar seats. p ress switch 4
Jt only .switches offafter a cotutesy or 6.
delay Rnd when the d oors
concerned have been d osed
correctly;
- to switch off lighting immediately.

Unlocking and opening the


doors or luggago compartment
causes the timed courtesy lights
and floor lights to switch on.

3 .24
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS/PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FITITNGS

Front door armrest storage 1 Undcrlloor storage in driver's Glasses holder 4


They can store objocts such as and passenger's foot:wells 3
compact ruses. etc.
Note: 1hese compartments mt~y btt
used for storing ro.1d maps. cloth•.
Door pockets 2 vehicle doc:nmcntation. (monnol.
They can be fitted " 1th a cupholder warranty and san•icing booklet.
or ashtray. <ltc.) and pocket torches. etc.

3.25
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS/PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FII IINGS (continued)

Front centre arnu-est storage Glove box


compartment Pull handle 6 to open.
Uft CO\'Or 5. The glo''ll box can hold A4-si~ed
documents. a large bottle of water,
etc.
The glo•·c box is fitted with an
outside air inlet and, d epending 011
tho vohiclo, an air d uct.
Note:
Depending on the vehicle, tho glove
box is iocl(ed at the same time u the
doors.

3.2U
STORAGE CO.MPARTMENTSIPASSENGER CO.MPARTMENT FITI'INGS (continued)

Clip 8 Cup holder 9 Rear annrest storage


Can be used to hold motorway toll These are located in front or the gear Lower arrnrost 10 and lift cover 11
tickets. maps. etc. lever and in the front and rear door using unlocking handle 12.
pockets.
Note: th""e locations can nlso house
the ashtray.

Nothing should be
placed on the floor area
m front or the dri\•er as
such objects lDS\' slide
under the pedal during braking
manoeuvres, thus obstructing its
use.

3.27
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS/PASSENGER COMPARTMENT Fill iNGS !continued)

Coat hooks 13 Front seat sturasc pockets 14

3 .211
ASHTRAYS • CIGAREITE UGHTER
Accessories soc.k et
Dependin$ on the vehicle. the
cigarette hghtor 2 can also be used
as a accessories socket.
12 V
Provided for connecling accessories
appro,'e<J by the RENAI.JLT
10Chnical Department ";th
maximum power of 120 walls
(12 V).

Ashtray 1
This is a removable 11shtrav which
fits in a cupholdcr in tho ''•hide.

Cigarette lighter 2
With the ignition on. press in the
cigareus lighter 2.
h \\111 spring ba_ck with a click when
it is read\'. Pull it out to use. After
use. replace it ";thout pushing it all
the way in.

3.29
REAR BENCH SEAT
Note: before moving the small
section of the seatback (depending
on vehicle). make sure to clip the
central seat belt tongue into the
corresponding buckle before
folding down the seat squab, then
the seatback.

The seat ond the seatback may be Transporting objects


folded away to allow bulky objects U vou have to place object• on the
to be carried. fofded seatback. it is vitol that you - When repositioning
remove the headrests before folding the seatback, check
To fold away the seat the scatback so that it can be folded that it is correctly
Tilt seatbasc A against the front as fla t as possible. Sec th o locked.
seats. infonnation on transporting objects - If seat covers are fined, make
in the luggage compartment in sure these do not prevent the
To fold doM> the seatback Section 3. seatback latch from locking in.
After folding the seat base down, • Ensure that the belts and
lower the rear headrests. refer to the buckles are in their correct
section on the rear headrest. then positions.
pull handle 1 and fold down the
seatback(s) B. - Reposition the headrests.

3.30
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT

To open To close Opcnint:the tailgate from inside


Press button l and lift the lailgate. Lower the tailgatc using handle 2 the vehicle
inside to help you. If it is not possible to unlock the
tailgate. it cnn be opellP.d manualh·
from inside. ·
- access tho luggag,e cumJ>Rrtmc.nt
by folding forwara the scatback(s)
of the rear bench seat,
· insert a ooncil or similt1r object in
ca"itl' :1 and slide the unit as
sho"'n in the illustration,
• push the tailgatc to opon it.

3.31
REAR PARCEL SHELF

!
,. -
.
E'. ~-- . .·...
I
r .
~
j,V·~ ~ .....

j ........~€)\ -/' J.
. ·,
I

I ' > !.
.'/ - :

Removal Special features for the utilitv


Unhook both straps 1. Lift the rear parcel shelf slightl v and versions, unclip fasteners 2 from
pull it towaros you. · each side of the shelf. then take out
the shelf through the· reat door.
Carrv ou1 the reverse operation to
refit"the shelf. Carry out the reverse operation to
refit the shelf.

Do not place any objects,


espec1ally heavy or hard
objects, on the parcel
s belf. These may pose a
risk to the vehicle oCc."Upants if
the driver has to brake suddenly
or if the vehicle is involved in an
accident.

3.32
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT STORAGE COl\'fPARTMENTSILOCATIONS

Locations for strap hooks 1 Storage compartment in tho


These are ror securing items trailS· emergency spare wheel well
parted in the luggage compartment To open. fold back carpet 2 towards
(S<!O "transporting obl'ects In the the rear bench scat (this storage
lugg113e compartment" . compartment can be used to store
tools. cloths. oil caus. etc.).

3.33
TRANSPORTING ITEMS IN 1HE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
Always position the objects If you have to place objects on the
transported so that the largest fofded seatback. it is 'ita! that you
surface is against: remove the headrests before folding
the seatback so that it can be folded
as flat as possible.

- The rear bench seat seatback for


normal loads (example A). @

• The folded down bench seat for


maximum loads (example B). ®
.'l.lways place the
heaviest items directly
on the floor. Use the
lashing points on the
luggage compartment floor, if
these are fitted to the vehicle.
The luggage should be loaded in
such a way that no items will be
thrown forward and strike the
occupants if the driver has to
brake suddenly. Fasten the rear
seat belts, even if the seats are
not occupied.

3.34
ROOF BARS
Access to the mounting points Par vehicles not fitted with flops 1.
Pivot each flap 1 upward. see your RENAULT Dealer.

Each roof trim is fitted with two


batches enclosing the roof rack
mounting points.
Each of the hatches is shut by a
pi\'oting flap 7.

Load penn.i tted on the roof rack:


refer to the infonnallon on
weights in Section 6.
Refer to the manufacturers
instructions for information on
bow to fit and use the roof rock
bar.
Note: Please keep t hese
instructions with the rost o r the
vehicle docwnontotion.

3.35
Section 4: Maintenance

Bonnet ..................................................................................................................................................... 4.02 • 4.03


Engine oil level I Oil change .............................................................................................................. 4.04 - 4.07
Levels: engine coolant ...................................................................................................................................... 4.08
brako Duid ............................................................................................................................................ 4.09
windscreenlheadlight washer reservoir ............................................................................................. 4.10
Filters ................................................................................................................................................................. 4.10
Battery ................................................................................................................................................................ 4.11
Bodywor·k mnintenance ......................................................................................................................... 4.12 • 4.13
Trim mAintenance ............................................................................................................................................. 4.14
4.01
BONNET

To open. pull handle 1, located on Bonnet safety catch


the left-hand side of the dashboard. To unlock, pull the tab which runs
across grille 2.

Take care wben working in


the e ngine compartment as
the engine cooling fan may
cut in at any mom ent
witbont waming.

4.02
..
BONNET (continued)
Oosing the bonnet
Before closing the bonnet. cbeck to
make sure that nothing has been left
in the engine compartme nt.
To close ll1e 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. 11 "ill latch
automatically under its own weight.

Lift the bonnet. t'ele~so stm t 4 from


its mounting 5 and, for ~·our o wn
safety, it mus t bo p lnccd in retainer
3 in lite bonnet.

Chcd< that the bonnet is


correclly locked.

4.03
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
lt is normal for an engine to use oil The squares which appear on the
for lubrication and cooling of Message 1
r!liF.liJ HJIU: 'j Lenl displa' indicate the level They
mo,;ng pil1IS and it is nonnal to top ~ satisfuctory
disapJiear as the lenl drops and aro
up the-level between oil chAnges. replaCed b)• dashes: example
message 2 .
However, contac t your RENAULT
Oc.1lcr if more than 0.5 litres is To advance to trip computer
being consumed every 600 miles read ing. press the button again.

--
Message 2
(1000 km) after the nmning in NI'-00 HJILE a Level
displav
- if the level is at minimum: the Top
period. up oil level message appears on
furictiOn the display, the squares arc
Oil change Frequency. check the oil replaced by dashes (message 3)
le,· el from time to time and always
before long journeys, to o,·oid tbe and the warning light on . . the
risk of damaging )' Our engine. instrument panel comes on.
Top up as soon as possible.
Reading the oil level
'fhe vehicle must be parked on level Reading the level on tbe instrument
ground and the e ngino should have pa.nel
boon S\\1tched off for some time Wh.en tho ignition has been
beforehand to obtain an accurate switched on for approximately 30
reading. seconds:
- if tbe level is correct. tbe display
The oil level can be read: indicates "Oil level OK":
. on I he instrument pane l: message l.
- on the dipstick. Spooiul note: if vou wish to out•in
a mom prer.iso indication of the oil
level. pross the trip mileage reset
button or the information scroll
bunon on the trip computer.

4.04
ENGINE OIL LEVEL (continued)

Contact your RU'IIAULT Dealer at


o nce if you notico an abnormal or
repeated drop in nny of the fluid
levels.

Rending the oillenl on the dipstick


· Tnkc out the dipstick.
· Wipe the dipst ick using a clean.
lint·froo cloth.
· Push the dipstick in u fnrns it will
go. (For vehicles oquipped with a
cap-type dipstick C. saew in the
cap as far as it will go.)
· Thkc out the ctipsticl: again:
• Read the oi l levelngain. It should
never fall below the ruinhnum oil
love! A or exceed the maximum
oil level B. m
[g
Thko care when working in
the engine com~ent as
the "':'gino c:oolfug fan may
cut m at any moment
without wiiJ1lin&.

4 .03
ENGINE OIL LEVEL (continued)

Topping up/filling '1\ith oil


The vehicle must be parked on level · Unscrew the lil.ler cap 1.
ground and U1c engine should be · Top up the !eve! (for information,
cold (for example, before the engine the capacitv between the
is started for tlie first time that day). m.inimum and maximwn reading
on the dipstick 2 is between
1.5 and 2 h trcs depending on the
engine).
· Wait for approximately two
minutes to aHow tho oil to flow
into the engine.
· Check the level on the dipstick 2
(a• explained previously).
C'-ontact your RENAULT Dealer
at once ifvou notice an abnormaJ Do not exceed the max level and
or repeated drop io any of the remember to refit the cap 1.
fluid levels.

4.06
ENGINE OIL LEVEL (continued) I OIL CHANGE
Engine oil change
Oil change frequency. refer to the
f"Al Filling: take care when
warranty and servicing booklet for ~ t~ppins. up the oil that .no
oil diips onto engme
your vehicle. components. as there
would be a risk of lire. Remember
Average capacities for oU changes to refit the c;ap securely as there is a
(for infonnalion)
risk of fire if oil splashes onto hot
1.4 16V engine: 4.9 litres engine components.
1.6 16V engine: 4.9 titres
2.0 lOV engine: 5.4 litres
2.0T engine: 5.4 litres
1.5 dCi engine : 4.6 litres
1.9 dCi engine: 4.0 litres
Oil filter included.
The oil filter sbould be replaced
periodical!}" refer to the W81T111lty
and servicing booklet for your
vehicle.
IAl Take care when working in
~ the engine compartment as
Engine oil grade the engine coolu1g fan may
Rufer to the warrant}• and servicing cut in al any moment
booklet for your vehicle for without warning.
in formation regarding which grndc
o£ oil to use.

f"Al Engine oil change: if you


~ are changing the oil
when the engine is hot. IAl Never run the engine in an
be careful to avoid ~ enclosed spaco as exhaust
scalding yourself as the oil flows fumes are poisonous.
out.
LEVELS
Frequent)' of checking coolant Replacement frequency
level Refer to the warranty and servicing
Check the coolant level regularly booklet for your vehicle.
(very severe damage is likely to be
caused to the engine if it runs ou t of
coolant).
If topping up is required, only use
products approved by RENAULTs
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 tl1e MIN mark.

No .operations may be
camea out on the
cooling circuit when the
engine is hot Contact your RENAUL:f Dealer
Risk of bums. at once if you notice an abnormal
or repealed drop in any of the
fluid levels.

4.08
LEVELS (continued)
Fil.ling
After any operntion an the
hydraulic circu tt. a specialist must
replace the brake flmd.
Only use nuids approved by
RENAlll..T's Technical Department
(and tah!n from a sealed container).
Replacement frequency
Refer to the warranty and servicing
booklet for your voliide.

Brake fluid level


This should be checked freq uently.
and immediately if you nu lice even
Uta s lightest loss in bratong
efficiency.
Level I
The level normally drops at the
same time as tbe l inings become
wom. b ut it should never drop
below tlte ·• MIN " alort level.
Due to its reduced ac~sibilitv. w e
ad,ise you to have the 1evel
checked and if nocessary topped-up
fAl
~
f'ake caro when worJ<!ng
lDthe engtne
by a specialist. compartment as the
engine cooling fan may
cut in at any moment without
warning.

4.09
l
LEVELS (continued) FILTERS
The replacement of filter elements
(air filter. cabin filter. d iesel fuel
filter. etc.) is scheduled in the
servicing operations ror your
1 vehicle.
Frequency for replacing filter
elements: see the warranty and
servicing booklet for your \'&llide.

WindscreenlhcadJight washer jel'<


reservoir Use a needle-type tool to direct the
Topping UJI windscreen washer jets.
Open plug 1. fill until \ 'OU see the
fluid, then rofll the plug.

Liquid
Window cleaning fluid (antifreeze
product in winter).

NOIE W Take care when work!ng


Depending on the vehicle, to ~ m tl•e cngmc
fmd out the fluid level, use tho compartment as the
"droppel'cap". To do this, plug engine cooling fo.n may
hole 2 (in the cap) and remove cut in at any moment without
the cop. warning.

4.10
BAI IERY
Replacing the battery
As this operation is complex, wo
ndvise you 10 con1act your
RENAUI:f Denier.

lt does not need to oo seniced:


novc:r open cover 1.

m
~
Take care when moving
the battery since it m The battery is specific to
contains sulphuric acid ~ your ,..,hide (presence
which must not come of n ventilation pipe to
into contact with the O\'es or expel cotrosivo and
skin. If it does. wash the al'fected explosive gases) so it must be
area with plenty of cold water. replaced by a battery that
Ensure naked flames, rod·hot enables tliis pipe to be
objects and sparks do not come connected. Contact your
into contact with the battery as RENAULT Dealer.
thoro is a risk of explosion.

4. 11
BODYWORK MAINTENANCE
Prote<.1ion against the effects of Do not
corrosive agents • Wash the vehicle in bright • Degrease or clean mechanical
Although your vehicle has been suulight or freezing temperatures. component• (e.g. engine
treated with very effective comprutment), underneath the
anti corro sion
4
products, it • &rape off mud or dirt without bodywork. parts with hinges (e.g.
nevertheless remains subject to: pro-wetting. inside the fuel tank flap) and
painted pla•~c extemal fitting.s [e.g.
• corrosives in the ahnosphere. • 1\llow dirt to accumulate. biiDlpers) usmg pressure cleanmg
· obnospheric pollution (urban apparatus or liy spraying on
and industrial areas), • Allow rust to fonn follo"ing products not approved by
- saline ahnosphere (near the sea. minor impacts. RENAUU's Tecbnicat Department
particularly in hot weather), If adequate precautions are not
• Use solvents not approved bv taken. this could give rise to
- seasonal and damp climatic RENAULTs TecbnicafDcpartmerit corrosion or operational faulL•.
conditions. (e.g.: road salt in to remove stains as th1s r.ould
winter. water from road damage th e paintwork.
cleaners, etc.).
• Drive frequently ln snow or
• abrasives muddy conditions "'rit.hout
periodically washing the vehicle,
wind-borne dust and sand, mud, parlicularlv 1mder tlle wheel
road grit thrown up by ot.hcr arches and body.
vehicles.
• minor impacts
A minimum amount of protection is
necessary to guard yom vehicle
against such risks so os not to lose
the benefit of these protective
techniques.

4.12
BODYWORK MAINTENANCE (continued)
Do
• Wash your vehicle frequently, • Keep well away from the ,·ehicle • Check the security o f e~ierior
with tbe engine swilched off, in front when driving o n fresblv accessorlos, additional
using cleaning products selected laid road surfaces to p revent paint h eadlights. door mirrors. etc .. and
by our departments and rinse damaga from chippings. secure the windscreen wi~r
thoroucltly ,.;th a spray. arms Blld radio aerial \\1lh
especiiliy the wheel arches an d • Repair, or ha,·e repaired quickly adhesi\'8 tape before entering a
the underbody, to remove: patr.hes where th e paint h as been revolving brush vehicle wash.
· spots of lree sap and industrial aamag~d to prevent corrosion
Remove U1e car phone aerial if
grime. spreading. your vehicle is fitted \\;tb this
• bird droppings. which contain • Remember to visit the bod" shop eqwpmont.
chemicals wh ich rupidly
periodic~y in order to mamtain
discolour paintwork and mav • Spray mechanir,, l components
even cause the paint to peel olt: your RENAULT antl·co rmsion ,_;th p roducts BJ.lproved by
Wash tho \'ehicle immediately warranty. Refer to the warranty
and servicing booklet. RE!'IIAULT's Tcclutical Department
to removo these marks since it is to protoct them after tliey have
impossible to remove them by been cleant!d
polishing. • • Respect local regulations about
washing vehicles (e.g. do not
• salt deposited in Ihe wheel wash ynur vehicle on a p ublic
arches and the tmderslde of the highway).
body after driving in areas
where the roods are chemically
treated.
• mud in the wheel archos nod the
u nderside of the body which
fonns damp patches.

We hove selected special


products to care for your vebiclo
and you can obtain these from
RENAULT accessOI)' outlets.

4. 13
INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE
Wbatc\'cr tvpe o f stain is on the • Seal belts Do not
trim. use So..py water (possibly These must be kept clean. You are strongly recommended nol
warm water) baSed on: to use high·pres.rurc or atomising
• natural soap, Use products selected by
RENAUL'J's Technical Department cleaning equipment inside the
• washing up liquid (with one part (RENAULT accessory ouUets) or passenger compartment: witho\11
washing u p liquid to 200 parts '"rann soapy water and a SJ>Cmge careful use. !his equipment could
wntor}. tmpau- the correct f\mctioning of the
ami dry o!T with a dry cloU1. electrical or clcc:tmnic components
Rinse off with a soft, damp cloth. in the veh icle. or have other
Detergents or dyes WU!>'I nol be
Special instructions used under any cii"CU1llSl:mces. detrimental e!Tects.
• !"Strument panel displays (e.g.
lllStrument panel. clock. BXlerior
lompcrature. radio. elc.).
Usa • soft cloth (or conon wool).
If t his does not clean it properly,
uso a soft cloth Ol' cotton wool
slighlly moislcned with soapv
waler and then wipe clonn with a
soft damp cloth.
F'wally, dry off cal'1)fully with a
son dry cloth.
Cleaning products containino
alcohol must no! be used unde~
any circumstances.

4 .14
Section 5: Practical advice

Emergency spare wheel .................................................................................................................................... 5.02


Tool kit Oack • Wheelbrare) ............................................................................................................................ 5.03
Wheel trims ....................................................................................................................................................... 5.04
Changing a wheel ............................................................................................................................................. 5.05
Tyres (tyre safety. wheels, "~nter use) ............................................................................................... 5.06 - 5.06
Headlights (replacing bulbs) ............................................................................................................... 5.09 - 5.12
Rc(U' lights (replaci ng bulbs) ................................................................................................................. 5.13. 5.14
Side mou nted repeaters (changing bulbs) ...................................................................................................... 5.14
Interior lights (changing bulbs) ........................................................................................................... 5.15 - 5.17
Fuses ....................................................................................................................................................... 5.16 · 5.19
Battery ................................................................................................................................................... 5.20 - 5.22
RENAUJ.:f Card: battery ................................................................................................................................... 5.23
Fitting a radio/accessories .................................................................................................................... 5.24 • 5.25
\Vipers (replacing blades) ................................................................................................................................. 5.26
Towing .................................................................................................................................................. 5.27 - 5.29
Oporutit1g faults .................................................................................................................................... 5. 30 - 5. 37
5.01
EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL
Special note:
Tbe 1\Te Pressure Monitor flulction
does ·not monitor the emergency
spare wheel (the wheel replaced by
tlie emergency spare wheel
disappears from the instrument
panel display).
Refer to -Tyre Pressure Monitor- in
Section 2.

Emergency spare wheel 3


This is loca10d In the luggage · undo ccnt:rc mow1ting 4,
compartment. · remove the emergency spare
To access tho emergency spare wheel.
wheel:
· open the tall8atc;
· lift crupets 1 and 2 (depending on
the vehicle).
Vehicles fitted with an
If the emergency spare emergencv spare wheel
wheel bas been stored for smaller ilwi the four
several voars, have it other wheels.
checked by your Dealer Tbe driving speed must not
to ensure that it IS still safe to exceed 80 mph (130 bnlh)
use. during tbe temporary use of tho
emergency spare wheel.

s.oz
TOOL KIT
Hubcap tool 2 or 4
It is used to remove the hubcaps.

Towing ring 3
Refer to "Towing" In Section 5.

Wbeelbrace 5
This is used to tighten or release the
wheel bolts.

Storage compartments
The tool kit provides space to store a
locldng wheel nut.
Tool kit A. is located in the lu.!J8age Jack 1
compartment, to the right ot the Remo\'e jar..'< 1.
emergency s pare wheel.
When replacing_ the jack, fold it up
To access lhe tools. remove lhe completely ann replace it in its
emergoncy S[>aro wheel, then locntion.
remove the tool kit.

W The iack is ~esigned for


~ wheei cha'lfr::ll purposes
only. n er no
circumstances should it
be used to carry out a repair or to
gain access to the underside of
Ote vehi~e.

5.03
HUBCAPS I WHEELS

Wheel trim (example: wheel Central wheel hubcap


trim 1) depending on vehicle (example: hubcap 4)
Remove the wheel trim using Remove using the hubcap tool 6
hubcap tool 3 (from the toolldt) by (from the toof kill, inserting tool 6
inserting the hook in the recess near into reces.~ 5 .
the valve 2 .
To refit the hubcap align it with
To refit, align il "~th valve 2. Push recess 5 and tighten it using tool 6.
the securing hooks in. starting with
valve side A, followed by B and C,
finishing at the side opposite
valve D.

We would advise you to note the


number engraved on the key so
that you can replace it if it is lost.
CHANGING A WHEEL
Turn a few limes to lift the whool off
the ground.
Undo Lhe bolts and take the wheel
off.
Position the emergency spa ro wh""l
on thn hub and tnrn it so th at th e
holes in Lhe wheel and tlte hub
coincide.
If bolts are supplied with the
em"'ll.ency spare wheel. only use
these oolts for Lhe emergency spare
wheel. Tigh te n the bolts and lower
the jac:k.
llftth the w heel on the groun d. fully
tighten tho bolts and chock the
li8J1tening as quick!\' as possible
Remove the hubcop if necessary.
W Park the ,·ohicle on firm.
Undo the wheel bolts using
(tightening torque 110 Nm).
~ level gronnd which is not
slipp e ry (avoid tiled floors wheelbr<tce 1. Fit lt so that you press
otc.J • if n ecessary, p lace ~ downwards rathe r Lhan p ulling
upwards.
plank under the jack. Switcli on the
hazard waroing lights. Une the jack 3 up horizontally, the
Apply the handbruo and engage )&cl: bead must be positioned at the
a gonr (fust or reverse, or P for same height as plate mounting 2. as
close as possible to the wheel
automatic gearboxes).
concerned. indlcntcd by an arrow 4. W If you have a puncntro.
Ask all the passengers to leave the
Crank up the jack by h and at fi rst to ~ ropluce the wheel os soon
vehicle and keep the m oway from
ali~ the base \>la te (which shou ld
ns possible.
the traffic.
be m clioed fun tor inwards than the A tyro which has beon
jack head). punctured should always be
ins~ed (and repaired if
possible) by a specialist.

5.0 5
TYRES
Tyre safety - wheels Wbcn lhe tread has warn down to
The tyros are the onh- contact the wca.r wamlng strips. they
between the •·chide and tlie road. so become visible 2: your t \'res "ill
it is essential to keep them in good then have to be replaced, as lhe
condition. depth of the '""'d is, at most, only
1.6 mm which is insufficient for
You must make sure that your tyres maintaining a good grip on n--et
conform to local road regulotions. roads.
Incidents wWch occur when
driving. such 88 striking the kerb,
may damage tho tyros and could
lead to misalignment of the front
axle geometry.
An overloaded ••ehicle, long
journeys by motorway, particularly
m ven· hot weather. or continual
dri,ing on poorly surfaced minor
Tyre maintenance roads ,.;n lead to more rapid tne
The tyres must be in good condition wear and affcc:l safety. '
and the tread fonn must hnvc
sufficient depth; tyres appro.ved by
RENAULrs Technical Department
When thev need to be have \vear warning strips which hll:idents which occur
roplaced, on! y tyres of
1
nro risers moulded into the tread at when (ll·iving, such as
tho same make. striking tho kerb, mav
dimension, type and
several points.
damage tho tyres ana
profile should be used. could lead to misalignment of
Tvres fitted to the vehicle should the front or roar nxle geometry. In
either be identical to those this case. hnvo the tyres and
fitted originally or conform to wheel aliJ!nment checked by a
those recommended by your RENAUL1' Dealer.
RENAIJLT Dealer.

5.06
TYRES (continued)
Tyre pressures PressUJ'9s should be checkod when Fitting new tyres
Tnc pressures must be adhered to the t)<res are cold: ignore hllV!cr
{remember to check the emergency pressuros wbich ma\' be n>.achtia in
spare whool at the same timo). hot weather or after'drhing at bigh For safety reasons, this
Pressures must be checked at least speeds. opernnon mu.st only be
once a month and alwuvs before If tYre pressures cannot be checked cenied out b'' a
long journeys. !Refer io ..1)-ro wb.cn the tvres are cold, increase the specialist. '
pressures''.) ind icated pressures by 0.2 to 0.3 bar Fitting diff~r~nt tyres mav
(or 3 J>Sil. change your vohicle as follows:
Never deO.ate a hot t)'l'c. . It may mean thtlt your vebicle
no loll$er confot·ms to cu.rrent
Note: a label Idepending o n country regulauons.
or version} affi.xed to the oogc or · lt may chang~ the way it
frame of the drh•er's door gi,·os th~ handles when cornering.
rocommended tyre pressures. - It may cau.w the bleering to be
lnoorrect tyre pressures hea''Y·
lead to abnorinal 1 <re . ft may cause tyro noise.
wear and unusually hot
running. factors whkh · 11 may affPCt the us& of snow
may seriously affect safety and chains.
lena to: Changing wheels around
• poor road holding. This pructice is not recommended.
. the risk or blow-outs or of Emergency spn re wheel
throwing a tread at bigh speed. Vebicle filled .with T)•re Rafer to "Emergency spare wheel''
The pressure depends on the Pressure Momlor and "Changing n wheel.. in
load and the speed of use. Adjust Each of the sensors Section 5.
tho pressures according to the incorporated in valves is
oondiUons of use {refer to "T\'ro dedicated to a specific wheel:
pressures''). · under no ciJatmstanoes should
you swap the wheels.
There is a risk of incorrect
information which could haw
serious consequences.

5.0i
TYRES (continued)
Use in winter
• Snow chains • Snow or ~inter tyres
For safety reasons, fitting snow We would recommend that these
chains to the rear a.-de is strictly be fitted to all fo ur wheels to
forbidden. ensure that your vehicle retains
Chains must not be fitted to tyres maximum road holding.
which are larger than t.liose
originally fi tted to the vehicle. Note: We would point o ut that
these tyres may sometimes have:
• a driving diroction ,
· a maximum speed index which
may be lower than the
maximum speed of your
vehicle.
• Studded tyres
Olains may only be fit~ed This type of equipment may only
1o tyres of the same sLZe be used for a liniited pariod and
as those ori9lnally fitted as laid down by local leg!slalion.
to your vehicle.
H is necessanr to observe tl1e
SJ?4!Cial note on versions fitted speed specified by current
wtth 17" tyres: snow chains may legislation.
not be fitted As a minimum, those tyros may be

= ou wish to use special fined to the two front wheels.


ment. contact your
AULT Dealer.
In all cases, we would recommend
that you contact your RENAULT
11 Dealer who will be able to ad'~
you on the cho!co of equipment
which is most suitable Tor your
vehicle.

5.08
J
HEADUGHfS WfiH HALOGEN BULBS: ACCESSING

The bulbs can be accessed by Access to the left-hand


removing blanking covers 1 and 2 headlight
in the wheel arches. With the engine •1opped
However, due to their reduced Turn blanking cover 1 quarter of a
accessibility (sometimes requiring turn (anti-clocbvisc).
the removal of bodywork or
mechanical components), we
advise ]ou to have your bulbs Access to the right-hand
replace by your R.llNAULT headlight
Dealer.
With the engine stopped
Unclip blanking cover 2. Take care when working in
In both cases. once the bulb has the engine compartment as
been replaced. refit blanking the engine coohng fan may
covers 1 and 2. begin to operate at any
moment without warning.

5 .09
HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs

~
...------:::o~

Dipped beam I main beam front side lights


headlights Remo\·c bulb holdor 7 1n acx:css lhe
Remove cover A or B. bulb.
Remove connector 3 or 6 fmm lh@
bulb. Bulb lyp e: W5W.
The headlights are fitted
Release spring 2 or 4 and remove lhe \\ith plastic "glas..'li:", il i~
bulb. Direction indicator lights essential to use anli-U.V.
35 w bulbs (using any other
Th.rn bulb holder 8 lhrough 900 and type of bulb could resUlt in
Auli·U.V. type bulb (see box): remove the b ulb. headlight damage).
1 Q H7
5 <") Hl Bulb typ e: PY21 W orange bulb. lt is advisable to carry a set of spare
bulbs for emergencies.
On noli ouch Ihe bulb gl as~. lloltl il
by il• base.
Make sure !ha t you rofll l ho cover
when the bulb has been rep lacod.

5.10
XENON HEADLIGIITS: changing bulbs
Dipped beam headlights "ilh Cleaning the headlights
Xenon bulbs As the hea~t lenses aro made of
plastic ..glass ·, use a soft cloth or
cotton wool to clean them.
If this does not clean them properly.
use a soft cloth or cotton wool
slillhtly moistened \\ith soapy wator
ani'! the11 wipe clean with a soft
damp clotll.
A spec!al mounting is Finally. dry off carefully with a soft
required to fit this type of dry cloth.
headlighL 11 is not
permitted to lit u deaning products containing
headlight with Xenon bulbs to a alcohol must not be used under any
vehi~le which was not designed circumstunces.
to accept it.

rAl For safety reasons. bulbs


~ on ' 'ehicles filled with
Xenon headlights must
be replared by your
RENAULT lleiller.

5.11
FRONT UGHTS: front fog lights I additional headlights
Additional headlights
If you wish to fit fog lights or long
range headliRhts, contact a
RENAUU Deafer.

Front fog lights 1


Replacing a bulb:
Contact your Rfu'IIAUI.:f Dealer.
Bulb type: H11.
fAl
~
Any operation on (or
modification to) the
electrical system must
be per{onDed by a
RENAULT l>oalor since an
inCOIICCt connection !l'iBbt
damage the electrical installation
(harness. components and in
particular the alternator). In
addition. your Doaler has all the
parts roqili.Jed for fitting these
units.

5 .12
REAR UGIITS: replacing bulbs

lndicatorsibrake and side lights 3 Brake a.nd side light


After opeoiog the luggage Release the light assemblv from P21/5 W bulb.
compartment, remove bolts 1 . outside the ,-chide by 'pulling
towards the """· 4 Direction indicator light
Uncl ip bulb boldol'5 2 to access t he PY21 IV orilllge bulb.
bulbs.
5 Rear fog light
P21 IV bulb.
Note: both Ions units are filled
with a hulb, but only the bulb on
the driver's side works.
6 Reversing light
P21 \V bulb.

5.13
REAR UGHI'S (continued) AND SIDE UGHTS: replacing bulbs

High-level brake tight 7 Number plate light~ 8 Side-mouoted repeater lights 10


C-ontact your R&\IAUL:r Dealer. Unclip light 8 by pressing tab 9. Uuclip repeater 10 (using a
Remove the lie.bt cover to gain fiat-head screwdriver ot s itllilar
ar.r.ess to the bu1b. tool).
'l\un the bulb holder one
Bulb ty·pe: festoon CSW. quarter-tmu and take out tlte bulb.
Bulb type: WSW.

5.14
INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing the bulbs

Courtesy light A
Using n flat-head screwdriver or Release ll>e bulb concerned.
simirar tooL unclip transparent
oover 1 . Bulb type 2: W5W.

5 .15
INTERIOR LIGHI1NG: changing the bulbs (continued)

Courtesy light B Door lights


Usil_1$ a tlat~head screwdriver or Release the bulb concerned. Unclip light 5 using a flat-head
s imilax tool. unclip trdl!Sparent screwdriver or similar tool.
cover 3. Bulb type 4: wsw. Turn the bulb bolder one
quarter-turn and take out the bulb.
Bulb type: Wsw.

S.lG
INTERIOR UGHTING: changing the bulbs (continued)

luggage comparbnent light


Using o !lot-head screwdriver or Press tab Btorelease the bulb holder
simifar tool, unclip li&ht 7 bv and gain access to bulb 9.
the
pressing th~ tabs on each side of
light. Bulb type: £e.1oon C5W.
Disconnect the light.

S.t7
FUSES

CORRF..cT lNCORRF.cr

Fuse box 1 Remove the fuse us ing tweezers 3,


If electrical equipment does not loc..' ited on cover 2.
work. check the condition of the To remove the fuse from the
fuses. twoozers, slide the fuse to the side.
Check the fuse in question
Open cov~r 2 (wnler Ute steering and replace it if necessary ll is not advisable to use tha free
wheel or in the glo,·ebox). with a fuse of the same fuse locations.
To identify the fuses. refer to the rating.
l'use allocation sticker (shown on lf you fit an over-rated fuse. it may
the following page). cause the clcctrk.al circuit to
overheat (risk of fire) in the event of
an item of equipment drawing an
excessive current.
~ ~c~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~Jl~!~n or
Obtain a hox of spare bulbs and
fuses from vour RENAULT
Dealer. '

5.18
FUSES (continued)
Allocation of fuses (depending on tbe veh.icle equipment level}
Symbol I Allor.ation Symbol Allocation
CD Passenger compartment loco Horn
CO ventilation
a;! Rear screen wiper
Blectric windows 10

~ Jllectric sunroof UCH General supply


(El) ABS
!J!..I Heated seats
J Radio
@
lsroPI Brake lights Central door locking
Some functions a re protected by
fuses located in the engine
compm1mcnt (box A).
COJPE
CIPISO Consumer cut-<>ul ® Heated cloor mirrors
However~ because of their restricled
accessibility. we advise you to have
your fuses replaced by a R£NAIJLT
Dealer.

5.19
BA'ITERY: failure
To avoid all risk of sparks:
- Make sure thot nil electrical
<:<Juipmcnt is switched off before
disconnecting or reconnecting the
battery.
- When ch;uging. stop the cborger
before connecting or
disconnecting the battery.
- Do not place meta.l objects on lhe
battery to avoid croating a short
circuit between the tcrmlnals.
- Never disconnect a battery less
than twenty seconds after the
engine has been switr.hed off.
- Make sure thut you reconnect the
battery tenninals after refitting. rAl Handle the .bnttery w!th
Depending on u1e vehicle. the ~ care as tl contruns
battery may bo equipped with sulphuric acid which must
cover 1 wliich must bo removed not come into contact with
using special tools. In this case. v..·e the eyes or sldn. If it does, wash the
reconunend Utal you have this work affected area \\ith plenty of cold
done by a RENA\JLT Dealer. water.
En,.-w-e that naked OamC$, red-hot
objects and sparks do not come
into contact with tho battery as
there is a risk of explosion.
Take care when workil!g in the
engine compartment as tlie engine
cooling fan ma~' start to operate at
any moment Without warning.

5.20
BATTERY: failure (continued)
Connecting a battery charger
With the engine off. it is essential to • When the e..rerior tempernturo If vour vehicle is to be left stationan·
disconnect the wiros counected to drops (in winter). the charge for a relatively lo ng time.
both bauery terminals, starting with status decreases. ln '";nter, only discoru1act the hatterv or ha"e it
tho negative terminal. use the electrical equipment tl1at rocbarged regularly. in J}lll'ticular
Do not disconnect th~ battery wben is real Iy necessary. d uring cold weather. Equl pment
the engine is running. Follow the • Finally, you should understand '"ith a mcmorv. radio nnd trip
instructions for use gi' •en bv the that ilia chruge decreases computer and w'aming system. \\<ill
manufa~rofthe battery cliaJger naturally as a result of certain then ha,·e to be reprogrammed. The
you are usmg. permanent consumers such as: battery must be stored in a cool drv
the clock. after-market acces.,ories, place. p rotocted from frost. •
Only a well-charged and well-
maintained hattnry will ha"e a long etc.
and useful life and allow you tostru1 When a large number of accessories
the vehicle's engine normally. are filled 10 the vehicle. ha\'C them
Tho battCiy must be kept clean and connected lO + aft~r ignition. In this
dry. case. it is advisable to ba"e \'OUr
vehicle filled with a batter.' which
Have the battai')' S charge status has an increased capacity. ' Contact
checked ragularly: your RENAULT Dealer.
• Especially if you use your veb.icle
for short journeys or for frequent
drMng in town.
rA\1 Special
[9
pl'oceduros may
be required to chruge
some batteries. Contact
your RENAtjLT Dealer.
Amid all risk of sparks which
may cause an immediate
eJqilosion nnd charge the battery
in a woll-vontilated area. Risk of
serious injury.

5.21
BA'ITERY: failure (continued)
Starting lho vehicle using the Check th at tlle,·e is no contact
battery from another vehicle between cables A nnd 8 and thnt
cable A (+) is not touching any
Proc..ed as follows when starting metal pa.-Ls on tho vehicle
your vehicle From another vehicle's suppl~ing the current.
battery:
Start the engine as yo':l would
Obtain •uitable jump leads (large) nonnallv. As soon as ll starts.
from a REI':AULT Dealer or, if you disconnect cables A and B in
alread\• ham lump leads, ensure te\"CISC order (4-3·2·1).
that tllcy rue In poifcct condition.
lbe two batteries must ba•·e an
irlcnt ical \'Oitngc: 12 ''ohs. The
battery suppl,;ng the cun-ent
shoulil huve. capacity (arnp-hows.
Ah) which is at !oast the same as
th at of the d ischarged battery.
An icod-up ballery must be tltKwed Se<:ure the positi\'C cubic (+I A to
o ut before current is supplied to it. the(+) ternunal l of tho discharged
Ensure thnt there i5 no risk of or
battery, then to tho (+) terminal2
cootuct bt:tween lhe two vehicles the b.1t1cry supplying the CUITCnl.
(risk of ;uort circuiting when the Secure negative cable (-) B to
positive terminals are connected) terminal H 3 of the battery
and that the discharged b.1nery is supplying the cum>nt then to
p roperly connected. s\\;tch off your terminal (-) ~ of the dilrCharged
>-ehicle ignition. batl!!i}"·
Start the engino of the ,-~iclc
suppl~ing ~c ~t and rue 11 at
an intermediate cngmc speed.

5.22
RENAULT CARD: BATTERY

Replacing the battery


the message "Replace card battery"
opponrs on the instrument panel.
Pull r.rmly on emergen cy key 2.
Repluce bauery 1, observing the
r~;uity shown on th~ emergency

After the operation. the roessago


"Replaco card batto,·v no lon•er
appears on th e instrlllnent panef. m Do not <lump y our US(Jd
~ batteries outside. give
Tbe batteries can be obtained from them to an organisation
\'Our RD:AULT Dealer. responsible for collecting
These batteries should last about and recychng batteries.
two years.
FII liNG A RADIO

Radio compartment 1 Tweeter speakers Door speakers


Undip the blanking cover. The Unclip grille 2 using a screwdriver Using a flat-head screwdrh<er,
aerial, +and - supply and speaker to access the speaker wires. w1clip grille 3 to access the speaker
wire connections are located behind wires.
it.

• Always follow the manufacturer's fitting instructions very carefully.


• The specifications of the b•·ackets and wires (available as a RENAULT parts accessory) vary depending on the
equipment level of your vebicle and the ty pe of radio. .
Contact your RENAULT Dealer to find out the correct roferonce number.
• No work may be carried out on the electric r:irr.uit of the vehicle. except by RENAULT engineers: if the svs1em is
connected incorrectly, it may result in damage being caused to the electrical insta11ation and/or tfie units
connected to it.

5.24
ACCESSORIES
W Us~ telephones and CB W Fitti.ng . after market
~ equ1pment. ~ accessones
Telephones and CB To ensure the correct
equipment with integrated operation of your vehicle.
aerials may cause intcrforonce to and to ovoid any risk to your safety,
the original electronic systems we recommend that you uso
fitted to the vehicle: it is advisable RENAULT approved aocassorics
only to use equipment with an because they are suitable for your
external aerial. vehicle and are the only
It is ~al that you follow accessories for whicb RENAULT
current I · Jation regardiQg the will provide a warranty.
use of su~evices. Electrical and electronic
accessories
• Any work on the electrical
circuit of the vehicle must be
carried out by RENAUl.T
network engineers: if the system
is connectei:l incorrectly, it may
result in damage being caused to
the electrical equipmeot and/or
the units connected to it.
• If the •-ehicle is fitted with any
after-market electrical equipmont.
make sure that the unit Is
conectlv protected by a fuae.
Establish the l1lling and position
of this fuJe.

s.Z5
V\'IPER BLADES
Refitting
To refit the wiper blade, ~rooood in
reverse order to remo\"al. inko sure
that the blade is correctly locked in
position.

Replacing v.~ ndscreen "1per Clean yo••r wl ndscroon and your Rear scr-een \l1per blade 5
blades 1 rear screen regu larly. • Lilt wiper arm 6.
· With tho onglne off, lift wiper · Pivot blade 5 until some rosistnncc
ann 3: is felt.
. Move the blade into a horizontal • remo,·e the blade by pulling it.

~
position: • In frosty weather. make
· Press tab 2 and slide rhe "~per suro tho \\iper blades Refitting
blade downwards until hook 4 on ore not stuck by ire To refit the wiper blade. proceed in
the wiper arm is roloased: (risk of motor re\·erse order to removal. Make sure
· Move the blade (movement A) and o,·crbcaling). that the blade is corroctly locl:od in
then lift it (movement B). position.
• Keep an eve on the cond ition
of the blades. Change the
"i per blades as soon as they
begin to lose efficiency
(approximately once a year).

5.26
TOWING: breakdown
Access to towing points
Uuclip cover 2 or 5.
Screw in towing ring 3 as far as
possible by hand first, then finish
by tightening it using the
wbeolbracc.
Towing ring 3 and the w hcolbrace
are located in the tool kit
IUlderneath the luggage
compartment carpet (refer to the
section entitled "Tool kit" in
Section 5).

Insert the RENAULT Card into the Only use the front 1 and rea.r 4
card reader to unlock tbe steeri.ng towing points (never use the-
wheel and to use the indicator drh·eshafts). These towinfin points
lights (brake lights, indicators, may only be used fo r pu ing the
etc.). The towed vehlcle's lights vehicle, never fo r lifting it either
must be switched on at night. dircr.tly or indirectly.

Furthermore, it is essential to
respect the tO\,ing regulations
defined in the le!!islation of the
country concerned and, if your
vohlcle is the towing vehicle. do not
exceed the towing weight of youx
vehicle. Contact vour REN.A.UJ.:l' \ 1Vhen tbe engine is
Dealm·. · .s topped. steering and
braking ass1stance are
not operational.

5.27
TOWING: breakdown (continued)
Procedure for !owing Towing a vehicle with an
~ • RENAULT specifies the Before towing, check that the ~utomati~ gearbox: special
l§J use of a rigid towing bar. steering column is unlocked. mformahon
If a rope or cable is used
(whore the law allows If this is not the case. insert the Encine switched olf: The gearbox is
this), the vehicle being towed RENAULT Card into the card reader nolonger lubricated. lt is preferable
must be able to bral<&. and press the start/stop starter to tow this type of •·ehicle o n a
button for five seconds without IIailer or tow it with the front
• A ••ohicle must not be towed if it pressing on the pedals. The steering wheels off the ground.
is not fit to be dri•·en. column unlocks and the vehicle In exceptional cases. you can tow
• Do not accelerate or brake accessories functions are supplied. the vehicle with all four wheels on
suddonly when towing, as this Press the start/stop starter button the ground for a maximum distance
may result in damage being t:wice in succession when you have of 30 miles (50 km).
caused to the ••ehicle. finished towing (risk of the battery
• When towing a vehicle, do not discharging).
exceed 15 mpb (25 km/b).

If the lover Is stuck at P,


even though you are
depressing the brake
pe(lal. the lever can be
released maoually.
To do this, unclip the upper
section of the cover at the beS8 of
the lever.
Press simultaneously on the
mark on the gaiter and the
unlocking button on the lever.

5.28
TOWING (attachments)

Pennisslble nose weight,


maxi mum permissible towing
weight. braked and unhroked:
refer to "Weights' in Section 6.
Refer to the manufacturer's
instructions for information on
how to lit and use the roof rack bar.
~ote: Please keep thcsc
instructions with the rest of the
vehicle documentation.

A : 817 mm
5.29
OPERATING FAULTS
The followin(l. hints will enable you to troubleshoot quickly, albeit temporarily. For safety reasons you should always
contact a RENAULT Dealer as soon as you can.
Use of the RENAULT Card CAUSES REMEDLo\L ACTION

• The RENAULT Card does not lock Vehicle located in a nigh Use the emergency key (refer to the
or unlock the doors. e lectromagnetic radiation zone. "Spare key" in Section 1).
Dischwged battery.
Use of equipment operating on the Stop using the de,~ces or use the
same frequency as the card (cm· emergencv key (refer to ''Spare key" in
phone. etc.). Section 1).
Worn out card battery. Replace the battery.

5.30
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
When starter is activated CAUSES REMEDL\L ACTION

• There is no response. the warning Bauety lead disoonne<:led or Olock batt~· terminals: scrape and
lights faH to liglit up and the starter terminals oJddiscd. clean if oxidised and re-tighten.
does not operate.
Flat battery. Connect another battery to the faulty
battery.
Bancry unserviceable. Replace battery.
Do not push the veh icle if the steering
column is locked.

• Warning light bulbs oo dim end Battery leads not correctlv tightened. Chec.l< batten• terminals: scrape and
starter rums '-cry slo"~Y- bnttery terminals oxidised. clean if oxidised and re-tighten.
Flat battery. Connect another batterv to the faultv
battery. • ·

5.31
OPERATING FAULTS (continued!
When starter is activated CAUSES REMEDIAL AGnON

• The engine will not start. Starter conditions not fulfilled. Refer to "Starting and stopping the
engine" in Section 2.
The RENAULT Card does not work. Insert the card In the card reader in
order to start the engine.
Refer to "Start ing and stopping the
engine" in Section 2.
• The engine is difficult to start in Poor ignition, ignition system damp. Dry spark plug leads and ignition coil.
damp weather or after washing.
• The engin e is difficult to start when Fault)' carburation (bubbles of Let the e ngine cool down.
warm vaporised fuel in the circuit).

Poor compression. Contact a RENAULT Dealer.

• Tbe engine cannot be switched off. Electronic fault. Press the starter bullon q uickly fi ve
times.

• The steering (:olwnn remains Steering \vhee] locked. Move the steering wheel while
locked. pressing the engine start button (see
"Starting the engine" in Section 2).

5.32
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
On the road CAUSES REMEDIAL AcrJON
• AbnolTilJII white smoke from the Mccbanical fault: damaged cylinder Stop the engine.
exhaust. head gasket. Contact a RENAULT Dealer.

• Vibrations. 1Yres nol inflated to correct pressures. Chock tyro pressures. 11' this is not the
lncorrox:tly balanced or damagod. problem, have them checked by a
RENi\UI:r Dealer.

• Coolant boiling in the expansion Moohanical fault: C\·linder bead Stop tbe engine.
bonlo. gasket blown. faulty aiolant pump. Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
Engine cooling fan not working. ClJeck appropriate fuse. othcmise
contact a RENAUI:T Dealer.

5.33
OPERATING FAULTS (continued )
On the road CAUSES REMEDIAL AC110N

• Smoke under th e bonnet. Short circuit. Stop. turn the ignition o ff, disconnec t
the battery.
Coolant circuit fauh. Contact a RENAUT.T Dealer.

• The oil pressure warning light


comes on:
- while l<U'Ding or brakh>g, The level is too low. Add engine oi l (sec "Topping
up/llll inn with oil" in Section 4).
- at idle speed, Low oil pressure. Contact the nearest RENAULT Dealer.
- is slow to go out or remains lit up Loss of oil pressure. Stop: contact a RENAULr Dealer.
on acceleration.

• The e ngine lacks powe r. Cloo


.,ged air filter. Replace the cartridge.
f uel supply faulty. Check the fuel level.
Faulty spark plugs. incorrect Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
electrode gaps.

• Unstable idle speed or the engine Poor compression (spark plugs, Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
stalls. ignition, air leak).
5.34
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
On the road CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION

• Steering wheel hard to turn: - assis1ance overheating. Lea,·c to cool.

- wea'- or old banery. Recluuge or replace tho bnttcry.

• The engine overheats. The coolant Coolant pump: bell Strotchcd or Stop the vehicle and switch off the
temperature lndJcator light comes broken. engioe. Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
on {or the gauge needle mo,·cs into Engine cooling fnn not working.
the red zone).

C'.oolantlcaks. Check the couilition of hosos nnd


dips.
Check the ex-pansion bonle: it should
contain coolanL If it does not, top it
up [once it has cooled). Take care not
to scald yourself. This action is onh·
temporary: contact your RENAULt
Dealer as soon as possible.

Railiator: Never fill a hot radiator "ith cold coolant if a considerable quantity has been losL After any operation
on the vehicle which has in volved even ~ial draining of the coolfug system, it must be refilled with a new
mixrure prepared in the correct proporuons. Reminder: only products approved by RENAULT's Technical
Department may be used for this purpose.

5.35
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
Electrical equipment CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION

• The wipers do not work. Wiper blades stuck. Free the blad.c s before using the
wipers.
Broken rear screen wiper fuse. Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
Broken rear screen wiper f use Replace it.
(intermittent, p ark position).
Motor faulty. Contact a RENAULT Dealer.

• The wiper does not stop. Faulty electrical controls. C',ontact a RENAlJLT Dealer.

• Direction indicators flashing more Blown bulb. Replace the bulb.


quickly.

• The indicator On one side only: · blown bulb, Replace the bulb.
lights do
not work. - faulty connection to earth, Find the earth wire which is attached
to a metal body part, scrape the end of
the earth wire and re-attach it
carefully.

On both sides: - fuse blown, Replace tb.e fuse.


- faulty flasher sensor. To replace, contact a RENAULT
Dealer.
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
Electrical equipment CAUSES ~IEDIAL ACI"JON
• The headlights One only: - bulb blown. Replace it.
no longer operate.
· disconnected wire or incorrect.h·· Chock and reconnect the wire o r
positioned connector. connector.
- fa ulty earth coimection. See above.

Both: - if the circuit is fused. Check and replace If necessary.

• The headlights do not switch off. Faul~' electrical controls. Contact your RENAUJ.:f Dealer.

• 'Ihlces of condensation in tltiJ lights. This is not a fault. The presence of


t:Iaces of condensation in ligbls is •
namrnl phenomenon linked to
variations ln tompera.turQ.
These traoos soon disappear when Ihe
light.< arc switched on.

5.37
Section 6: Teclmical specifications

Vebiclo identification p lates ................................................................................................................. 6.02 • 6.04


Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................- .... 6.05
Engine specifications ..........................................................................................;:.:;;............................ 6.06 - ~15
Towing weight ...................................................................................................................................... 6.06- 6.15
Weights .............................................................................................................................................................. 6.16
Replacement parts ............................................................................................................................................ 6.17
6.01
VElllCLE IDENTIFICATION PLATES

Quote the vehicle identification


plate (right-hand s ide) and engine
plnte references when writing or
ordering parts.

Vehicle identification plate A


1 Vehicle type and chassis number 6 Technical specifications of
This information is reJ>eated on vehicle
marklngB- 7 Vehicle paint code
2 Maximum permissible all-up B Equipment level
weight 9 Vehicle type
3 Maximwn permissible total train 10 Trim code
wei~t (vehicle loaded and
towmg) 11 Additional equipment specification
4 Ma:<imwn permissible front axle 12 fabrication number
loading 13 Interior trim code
5 Maximum permissible rear axle
loading

6.02
VEIDCLE IDENTIFICATION PLATES (continued)

©
,.........._r- -~
i'OOO 00 00 00 l
2 --L\~'oo ooooooo:....lj- - 3

The inronnation shown on the


engine plate C should be quoted on
aU your letters or ordcNi.
C • Engine plate or label
(location varies depending on
englno)
7 Engine type.
2 J::nginc suffix.
3 Engine number.

6.03
VEI-DCLE IDENTIFICATION PLATES (continued)

©
,.........__ ,.-- §
-
i'OOO 00 00 00 1
2 - -!-l-oo ooooooo-!j- - 3

The informal'lon shown on the


engine plate C should be quoted on
all your letters or orders.
C • Engine plnl c or label
Oocation varies dopendiug ou
engine)
1 Engine type.
2 Engine suffix.
3 Engine number.

6.04
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

ll ill 'W tMl JOil - 'llll1eldld P8llai with


the oct-l'llllng llliled OD the label iDslde the fuel
1iller Oap,
Dl..r
U the ccmect fuel is not awilable, use. for a limited The label located
lime only, unl11aded fuel: Inside the fuel
- with an octane rating of 91 for a label with the llllllt flap
indicates autlio:rised
Tatings 95 or 98: fuels.
- with an octane rating of 87 for a label requiring
91 , 95 or 98.

Spark plugs
Ooly uso the spark plugs specified for your
velucle's engine.
The typo should be marked on n label stuck inside
the engine compartmenL If it is not then contact
vour Rfu'JAULT Dealer.
Fitting spark plugs which are not to specification
may damage the engine.

6.05
WEIGHTS (in kg) - Basic vehjcle witJ1 no options; may change during the year a.n d depending on the
country of marketing: see your RENAULT Dealer.

Maximum pemll8Blble towing weisht braked (I)


driver only 1 300 1 350 1 250 I 300

other situations 1 000 950 1 000 950 900 950

Total train weight


(= Maximum permissible all-up weight and 2 700 2 750 2 700 2 750 2 700 2 750 2 700 2 750
towing)

Permissible nose weight 75

Maximum permissible load on roof rack 80 (including mounting equipme nt)

6.06
(1) Towing weight
(Towing a caravan, boat, etc.)
- It is importurt to comply with the towing weights go•-emed by local legislation in each country and. in particular, those
laid down in the Road Thlffic Regulations. Contact your RS'NAULT Dealer about anv towing equipment. Under no
cin:umstances may the total train weight (= ma'<imum pennissible all-up weight ana weight toweCI) be exceeded.
- [f your vehicle is already at full load (max. pennissible all-up weight), tho maximum speed must be limited to 60 m ph
(100 km/h) and the tyre p ressure increased by 0.2 bat (3 psi).
- The engit1c output and climbing capability are reducod with altitude. We rocommend that the m rod mum load be reduoed
by 10% at an altitude o f 1000 metres and by an additional tO% for each 1000 metres thereafter.

6-07
WEIGHTS (i n kg) • Basic vehicles with no options; may change during the year and depending on coWltry
of marketing: see your RENAULT Dealer.

650

Maximum penoissible IDwin& weight brabd (1)


driver only 1300

other situations 950 1000 950 1000 950 1000

Total train weight


(= Ma.x. permissible all-up weight and 2 800 2 750 2 800 2 700 2 800
trailer)

Permissible nose weight 75

Maximum permissible load on roof rack 80 (including mounting equipment)

6.08
(1) Towing weights
(Towing a caravan, boat, etc.)
- 1t is important to comply with the towing w!rlghts governed b~• local legisla_tion in each muntry and, in particular. !hose
laid down in lhe ROOd 11-aflic Regulations. Contact your RENAULT Dcolcr about an,· towing equipment. Under no
circumstances may the total train weight (= maximum permissible all-up w eight ana weight towed) be exceeded.
- If your vohicle is already at full load (max. permissible all-ul? weight), the maximum speed must bo limited to 60 m ph
(100 km/h) and the tyre pressure increased by 0.2 bar (3 ps1).
- The unginc o utput and climbing capability are reduced with altimde. We roconunend that the maximum load be reduced
by 10% at an aJtitudo of 1000 metres and by an additional 10% fo r each 1000 metres thereafter.

6.09
(1) Towing weights
(Towing a caravan, boat, et c.)
- It is imponanllo comply with the towing weights gm·cmed by local legislation in each country and, in particular. those
laid down in the Road name Regulations. Contact your RENAULT llcale.r about anv towing equipment Under no
circumstances may the total train weight (~ maximum permissible all-up weight and weight towed) be exceeded.
- If your vehicle is already at full load (max. permissible all-up weight), the maximum speed must be Umitod to 60 mph
(100 km/h) and the tyre pressure incroa.scd by 0.2 bar (3 psi).
- The engine ou!Jlul and climbing capability are reduced ,.;th altitu de. We recommend that the maximum load be reduced
by 10% at an altitude of 1000 metres and by a n additional 10% fo r each 1000 m etres thereafier.

6.11
WEIGIITS (in kg} • Basic vehicles with no options; may change during the year and depending on country
of marketing: see your RENAULT Dealer.

tOts
930

Maximum permissible all-up welsbt 1 725 1 770 1 782 1802

M•• jmmu penaissihle mwq weight anbraked 650

Maximum pennlsslble towing web!ht


braked (1) cfriver 1 300

other 950 1 000 950 I 000 950

Total train weight


(= Max. permissible all·up weight 2 ?00 2 750 2 800 2 800
and trailer}

Permissible nose ,...,ight 75


Maximum permissible load on roof rack 80 (including mounting equipment}

6 .12
(1) Towi11g weight•
(Towins a caravan, boat. etc.]
- lt is important to comply ••ith the towing \\'eights go•·emed by local legislation in each country and, in particular, those
laid dOwn in the Road Traffic Regulations. Contact your RENAULT Dealer about aov to\\ing equipment Under no
circumstances may the total tram weight (= ma.'<imwn permissible all-up weight ana weight towed] be exceeded.
- If your vehicle is already at full load (max. permissible all-up weight), the maximum speed must be limited to 60 m ph
(100 kmfh) and the tyre pressure increased by 0.2 bar (3 psi).
- The engine output and cli mbing copahility aro reduced with altitude. We recommend that the maximum load be reduced
by tO% at an altirude o l' 1000 metres and by an additiooal10% for each 1000 metres thereafter.

6.13
WEIGHTS (in kg) - Basic vehicles with no options; may change during the year and depending on colllltry
of marketing: see your RENAULT Dealer.

1800

650

Maximum permissible towing weight braked


driver 1300

other situations 1000 950 1 000 950 < 000


Total train weight
(= Max. permissible all-up weight 2 800 2 850 2800 2 850 2 800 2 850
and trailer)

Permissible nose weight 75


Maximum permissible load on roof t•ack 80 (including mounting equipment)

6.14
{l) Towing weight
{Towing a caravan, boat, etc.)
- 11 is imponnnt to comply with the towing weights go\"erned by locallC!Iislation in each country and. in panicular. those
laid down in the Road 1iaffic Rogulations. Contact your RENAULT l>ealer about anv towing oquipment. Under no
cin:umstances may the total train weight c~ maximum permissible all-up weight and weight towed) be exceeded.
- If your vehicle is already at full load (max. permissible ell-up weight), tho maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph
{tOO l:mlh) and the tyre pressure increased by o.z bar (3 psi).
- Tbe engine output and climbing capability are reduced with altitude. We 1"00omrncnd ibat the maximum load be reduced
by 10% at an altitude of 1000 metres and by an additional 10% for ench 1000 metres thereafter.

6.15
DIMENSIONS (in metres)

1,458•

• Unlodon
6 .16
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND REPAIRS
Original RENAULT parts are designed to strict specifications and are regularly tested. Therefore, U>ey are of at least the
same level of quality as the originally finod part.
If you olways fit genuine RENAULT parts to your vehicle, you will ensure that it performs well. Furthermoro, repairs
carried out within the RDIAULT ~etwork usiDg original replacement parts are guaranteed acconling to the conditions set
out on the reverse of the repair order.

6.17
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A AilS ........... ..................................................... 2.20 - 2.21 I) Dashboard ................................. ................... 1.44 - 1.47
Accessories socket ................................................... 3.29 Demisting: rear screen ....................... 3.04 - 3.13 - 3.14
Accessories ................... ........ ...... ........ ........ .............. 5.26 windscreen ................................. 3.05- 3.14
Additional headlights .. ........ .............. .............. ........ 5.12 Dimensions ....... .. ........ ...... ........ ........ ........ ................ H.16
Adjusting the driving position ......... .............. ........ 1.21 Dips tick .......................................................... 4.06 • 4.07
Air conditioning ................................. ......... 3.04 - 3.16 Direction indicator lights .................. 1.75 - 5.10 - 5.13
Air vents ......... ............................................... 3.02 - 3.03 Door locking ..................................... 1.07 - 1.11 - 1.14
i\irba_g .................................................. ......... 1.25 ·- 1.32 Doors I tailgate ........................ ......... 1.09 - 1.14 - ~.32
An ti-lock braking S\'Stem: ABS ................... 2.20 - 2.21 Driving ......................................................... 2.02 - 2.32
An ti-pollution (aiM ce) ............................... 2.09 ·- 2.11 Driving position .................................. ........ 1.44 - 1.'!7
Ashtrav ..................................................................... 3.29
Audibfe a nd visual warnings ........ ......................... 1.75
Au tomatic gearbox (use) ............................. 2.29 ·- 2.32 E ElectJ:ic "indows ........................................ 3.17 - 3.20
Au tomatic gearbox se lector lever .... ...... .... 2.29 - 2.32 ElectJ:onic Stability Program: ESP .......................... 2.17
Emergency brake assist ........................................... 2.22
Emergency braking .................................................. 2.22
8 Battery ........................ ........ ............... 4.11 - 5.20 ·- 5.22 Emergency key ................................... 1.02 - 1.03 - 1.11
Bonnet ............................................................ 4.02 - 4.03 Emergency spare wheel ........................................... 5.02
Drake fluid ........................................................ ........ 4.11 Engine (techilical specifications) ............................ 6.05
Btief overvie\\' .............. ...... ................ ........ .............. 0.02 Engine co olant ....................................... .................. 4.10
Bulbs (replacing) .. ................ ...... ........ ........ . 5.09 - 5.17 Engin e immobiliser ................. ........ ........ ...... 1.15 · 1.16
Bulbs ..................................... ...... ........ ........ . 5.09 ·- 5.17 Engine oil ......................................... ........................ 4.08
Engin e oil capacitv .................................................. 4.07
Engine oil change"' ............ ........ ................ ................ 4 .08
C Catalytic converter ........................................ 2.05- 2.06 Eng~ne specifications ............................................... 6.05
Changing a wheel ............................................ ........ 5.05 Engm e sfartlstop button ............................... 2.03 - 2.04
Cban)ling gear ............................ ...... . 2.07 - 2.29 ·- 2.32 Environment ............................................................. 2. 12
Chila restraint S\'Stems ............................... 1.32 ·- 1.42 ESP: Electronic Stability Program .......................... 2.17
Child safety ... .. .~ .... ...... 1.02 - 1.06 - 1.28 · 1.32 - 1.42 EA1erior lighting and signals ........ .............. 1.75- 1. i8
3.17 - 3.18 - 3.22 Exterior temperat\lJ\l ................................................ 1.i2
Children .......... ............ 1.02 · 1.06- 1.28 - 1.32- 1.42
3.1 7- 3.18- 3.22
Cigarette lighter .... ...................... ........ ...................... 3.29 F F~uJts (operating faults) ............................. 5.30 - 5.37
Clock ............. .............. ........................................... ... 1.72 Filters: a1r filter .................. ...................................... 4.11
Contxols ....................................................... . 1.44 ·- 1.47 oil filter .. ................................................... ... 4.08
Courtesy lights .................................. 3.24 · 5.15 - 5.17 Fog lights ................................. .. ...... .............. 1.78 · 5.12
Courtesy nurrots ........ .. ........ .................... .. .............. 3.21 Front seat ad/·usunent "ith manual controls ........ 1.19
Cruise control · speed limiter .. .................. 2.23 - 2.25 Front seat be t pretensioners ... ... ................. 1.24 - 1.28
Cruise control ............... ................ ...... ........ . 2.26 - 2.28 Front seats (adjustment) ............................. 1.18 - '1.23
ALPHABE'flCAL INDEX
F Fuel (filling) .................................................. 1.83 - 1.84 L Ughts: adjustinl\ ...................................................... 1.79
~~~i~.h~diigiiis·::·::.'."1-:7'ii':··s~r}g .:. ~:ii
3
Fuel (gnldo) ................................................... 1.83 - 1.84
Fuel economy .............................................. 2.09 - 2.11 diroction indicators .. 1.75- 5.09 - 5.11 - 5.14
fuel lo,·cl ..................................................... 1.48 - 1.71 fog lights ................................ 1.78- 5.12 - 5.13
Fuel tank capacity ........................................ 1.83 - 1,84 luiZaril warning ligllts ................................. 1.75
Fuses .............................................................. 5.18 - 5.19 main beam headlights ........... 1.77 • 5.09 - 5.10
number plate lights ..................................... 5.14
G GellT lever ................................................................. 2.07 reversing Jicllts ............................................ 5.13
Glove box ..................................................... 3.25 - 3.28 sldo/tailuglits ...................... 1.76 • 5.09 - 5.13
Locking the d oors ....................................... 1.02 - 1.14
Luggage compartment ............................ ..... 3.31 - 3.34
H Handbrnko ................................................................ 2.08
Hazard wo.rning lights .................................. 1.75 - 1. 78
Headl ight beam adjustment .................................... 1.80 M Maintenance: bodywork ............................... -!.12 - 4. 13
Headligp!S (adjusliilg) ............................................. 1.80 interior trim ...................................... 4.14
Headlights .................................................... 5.09 - 5.12 mechanical ........................... 4.04 - 4.11
Headz8sts ....................................................... 1.11 - 1.18 ~lh~ct:,?~t·iii.-ad.<ii'ii~~- ............................. 3' 24
Heated seats ............................................................. 1.20
Healing ......................................................... 3.04 - 3.16 to seat belts .............................................. 1.25 - 1.31
Hubcap spanner ....................................................... 5.03
0 Operating fa ults ........................................... 5.30 - 5.37
1 Ignition switch .............................................. 2.02 - 2.03
lildicntors: dir•ction indica tors .............................. 1.75
instrmnent panel ...................... 1.48 - 1.71 I' Paint work (maintenance) ............................. 4.12 - 4 .13
ln.fonnatlon display ................................................. 1.59 Paint work (reference) .............................................. 6.02
Instrument panel ......................................... 1.48- 1.71 Power assisted steering ................................. .......... 2.08
Instruments .................................................. 1.44- 1.71 Practical advice ........................................... 2.09 - 2.11
Pro-equipment for radio .. ............................. 5.24 - 5.25
Puncturo ....................................................... 5.02 - 5.05
J Jad: ........................................................................... 5.03

L Lashing rings Oocation) ........................................... 3.33 R Radio (p~uipment) .................................. 5.24 • 5.25
Le,·cls ........................................................... 4 .05 - 4.11 Radio installation .......................................... 5.24 · 5.25
Liflin_g tho vch!cle (changing a wheel) .................. 5.05 Rear bench seat ........................................................ 3.30
L1ghtmg: CXIOC!Or ......................................... 1.76 - 1.79 Rear parcel shelf ................................................ ...... 3.32
Instrument panel .................................. ... 1.76 Rear scroon (demisting) ................................ 3.04 - 3.13
Interior .............................. 3.24 - 5.15 - 5.17 Rear scnts (operation) .............................................. 3.30
sec-me-h ome ........................... ................. 1.77 Rear-vlow nurrors ........................ ................. 1.74 - 1.75
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
R RENAULT Card : battery ............ ...................... ........ 5.23 T Towing (breakdown) ..................................... 5.27 • 5.28
RENAUI..T Card: use .... ............................... 1.02 - 1.08 Towing (towing a caravan) ...................................... 5.29
Replacement pans ................................................... 6.17 Towing a cnravan .......................................... 6.06 • 6.13
Replacing a bulb ......................................... 5.09 - 5.17 Towing points ............................................... 5.26 . 5.29
Reverse gear (selecting) ........................................... 2.07 Towing weights ............................................. 6.06 . 6.15
Roof racl< bars .... ........ .. ............................................ 3 .35 Traction control ........................................... .. 2.'18 · 2.19
Roof racks ................................................................. 3.35 Traction control: ASR ................................... 2.'18 · 2.HI
Running in ............................................................... 2.02 Transporting objects in t~o luggage compartment 3.34
'Dip computer and wannng system .......... 1.60 - 1.71
Tyre pressure monitoring system .............. 2.13 - 2.16
5 Seat bolts ..................................................... 1.21 - 1.24 1\'re pressures .......... .. 0.04 .. 0.05. 2.13- 2.'16 · 5.07
Side indicator lisbcts ................................................ 5.14 ~'I'OS ............... 0.04 · 0.05 · 2.13 - 2.16 · 5.06 - 5.08
Speakers Oocation) .................................................. 5 .24
Speed limiter ...... ......................................... 2.23 - 2.25
Starting the engine ....................................... 2.0:1 · 2.04 V Variable power nssisted steering ............................ 2.08
Steering wheel (adjusting) ...................................... 1.71
Stopping the engine ................................................ 2.04 Vehicle identification ............ .............. ........ 6.02 - 6.04
Storage compartments ..................... 3.25 - 3.26 • 3.33 \ 'ehicle identification plates ...................... 6.02 - 6.04
Sun visor .......................................... ........................ 3.21 \'entilation ................................................... 3.02 - 3.16
Sunroof .......................................................... 3.22 • 3.23
W Warning buzzcr (lights on) ........................... 1.00 · 1.77
T Tank.• and reservoirs: Warning lights ............................................. 1.48 - 1.71
brake fluid r"servoir .......... .............................. 4.10 Washers ............................................. 1.80-1.62 - 4.11
coolant reservoir .............................................. 4.09 Washing ................. .. ...................................... 4.12 · 4. 13
fu)ll tank (cnpacity) ............, ............................. 1.82 Weigllts ...... .................................................... 6.06 · 6.15
\\'lndscreon washer reservou .......................... 4.1 1 \Vboolbrace ............................................................... 5.03
Technical specifications ............................. 6.02 - 6.17 \Vbeels (safetv) ............................................ 5.06 - 5.08
Temperature control .................................... 3.04 - 3.16 \\'mdscreen .: ............. ................................. ............... 3.20
Tune ............................................... ................ ........... 1.43 Wiper blades ....................... ........................ ............. 5.26
Tool ldt ..................................................................... 5.03 Wipers .......................................................... 1.79- 1.81
CREATEUR D' AUTOMOBILES

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