Special Features Of Diesel Versions - Renault Clio 2003 Owner's Manual

SPECIAL FEATURES OF DIESEL VERSIONS

Diesel engine speed
Diesel engines are fitted with
injection equipment incorporating a
mechanical governor
prevents overrevving of the engine
irrespective of the gear in use.
Lack of fuel
If the fuel tank has been drained
dry, you may start the engine
normally after refilling the fuel tank
provided that the battery is well
charged.
However, if after a few seconds and
several attempts the engine fails to
start, contact a RENAULT Dealer.
Precautions to be taken in
winter
To avoid any problems in icy
which
weather:
• Ensure that battery is always fully
charged.
• Always keep
relatively full to avoid water
vapour condensing in it and
accumulating at the bottom of the
tank.
Vehicles equipped with diesel
fuel heater
This equipment enables diesel fuel
to be used without an additive
down to –18°C or, if the vehicle is
used regularly for short journeys
(cold engine), down to –5°C.
the fuel tank
as grass or leaves could come into
contact with a hot exhaust system.
Do not park the car or
run the engine
locations where combustible
substances or materials such
in
2.05