Renault Clio 2003 Owner's Manual page 142

OPERATING FAULTS
When you operate the starter
• The engine "coughs" but does not
start, or is difficult to start when
cold.
• Vibration.
• Coolant boiling in expansion bottle.
(continued)
CAUSES
Engine immobiliser active.
Starting procedure incorrect.
Or
Poor fuel supply or ignition fault.
System for cutting off fuel supply
activated following severe impact to
car.
Incorrect tyre pressures, damaged
tyres, wheels incorrectly balanced.
Mechanical fault:
gasket blown, faulty water pump.
Engine cooling fan not working.
REMEDIAL ACTION
See "Engine immobiliser" section.
See "Starting engine" section.
If the car will not start, do not keep
trying to start it.
Consult a RENAULT Dealer.
Consult a RENAULT Dealer. (See
information on the fuel cut-off system
in section 5.)
Check tyre pressures. If this is not the
problem, have the tyres checked by a
RENAULT Dealer.
cylinder head Stop the engine.
Consult a RENAULT Dealer.
Check appropriate fuse, otherwise
consult a RENAULT Dealer.
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