Renault CLIO Driver's Handbook Manual
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  • Page 1 CLIO DRIVER’S HANDBOOK...
  • Page 2 RENAULT vehicles. ELF lubricants are a major factor in your vehicle’s performance. RENAULT recommends the approved ELF lubricants for your oil changes and top-ups. Contact your RENAULT representative or visit the site: www.lubricants.elf.com The oil born in Formula One...
  • Page 3: Driving

    This handbook may also contain information about items of equipment to be introduced later in the model year. Enjoy driving your new vehicle. Copying or translation, in part or in full, is forbidden unless prior written permission has been obtained from RENAULT, 92 100 Billancourt 2007.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Sections Getting to know your vehicle ....... Driving ..............Your comfort ............Maintenance ............Practical advice ............ Technical specifications ........Alphabetical index ..........
  • Page 6 TYrE PrESSurES (in bar when cold) 165/65 R15 81 T Tyre dimensions 195/50 R16 88 V 185/60 R15 88 H 175/65 R15 88 H 185/65 R15 88 V 185/60 R15 84 H 5.5 J 15 6.5 J 16 6 J 15 6 J 15 6 J 15 Wheel sizes...
  • Page 7 TYrE PrESSurES (in PSI when cold) 165/65 R15 81 T Tyre dimensions 195/50 R16 88 V 185/60 R15 88 H 175/65 R15 88 H 185/65 R15 88 V 185/60 R15 84 H 5.5 J 15 6.5 J 16 6 J 15 6 J 15 6 J 15 Wheel sizes...
  • Page 9 Key/Radio frequency remote control: general information, use, deadlocking ....RENAULT cards: general information, use, deadlocking ....... . .
  • Page 10 KEY/RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: general information Radio frequency remote control range This varies according to the environ- ment. It is therefore important when handling the remote control to ensure that you do not lock or unlock the ve- hicle by inadvertently pressing the but- tons.
  • Page 11: Doors

    KEY/RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: general information (continued) If you lose your keys (or remote con- trol unit), or need another set, con- tact an approved Dealer. If you need to replace a key it will be necessary to take the vehicle and all of its keys to an approved Dealer in order to initialise the system.
  • Page 12 KEY/RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: use Unlocking the doors Remote control A or B Press unlocking button 2. The hazard warning lights and indica- tor lights flash once to indicate that the doors have unlocked. Special notes (for some countries): – pressing button 2 locks only the driv- er’s door and the fuel filler flap, –...
  • Page 13: Luggage Compartment Lid

    KEY/RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: use (continued) Unlocking/locking the luggage compartment lid only (for some countries) Press button 5 to unlock or lock the tail- gate. The hazard warning lights and indica- tor lights flash once to indicate that the tailgate is unlocked if the vehicle doors are locked.
  • Page 14 KEY/RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: deadlocking Deadlocking the doors and To activate deadlocking tailgate Press button 1 twice in quick succes- (for some countries) sion. This allows you to lock the doors and The hazard warning lights and indica- tailgate and to prevent the doors from tor lights flash five times to indicate that being opened with the interior handles the doors have locked.
  • Page 15: Battery Life

    Advice compartment) and the fuel filler flap (see the following pages); Do not keep the RENAULT card in a place where it could be bent or dam- – starting the engine; refer to the in- aged accidentally, such as in a back formation on “Starting the engine”...
  • Page 16 RENAULT CARD: general information (continued) Replacement: need for an addi- tional RENAULT Card If you lose your RENAULT card or require another, you can obtain one from your RENAULT Dealer. If a RENAULT card is replaced, it will be necessary to take the vehi-...
  • Page 17 RENAULT CARD: use in remote control mode Locking the doors Unlocking/locking the tailgate only Press locking button 2. Press button 3 to unlock or lock the tail- The hazard warning lights and indica- gate. tors lights flash twice to indicate that the doors have locked.
  • Page 18 RENAULT CARD: use in hands-free mode RENAULT CARD: use in Unlocking the doors and hands-free mode tailgate In addition to the remote control func- Walk up to your vehicle carrying your tions, without using the card (in hands- RENAULT card.
  • Page 19 RENAULT CARD: use in hands-free mode (continued) If you wish to check the doors are locked after locking with the RENAULT Card or the buttons on the handles, you have approximately three seconds to try the door handles without unlocking them.
  • Page 20 RENAULT CARD: deadlocking To activate deadlocking – Press button 2 twice in quick succes- sion. – or press the exterior door handle buttons or the tailgate badge twice in quick succession. The hazard warning lights flash five times to indicate locking.
  • Page 21 After the vehicle has been unlocked the card in the reader when you open using the remote control unit, the key or the driver’s door, and the ‘Remove card’ the RENAULT card, pull handle 1. message will appear on the instrument panel. 1.13...
  • Page 22: Opening And Closing The Doors

    3. Driver’s responsibility Never leave your vehicle with the key in the ignition or the RENAULT Child safety Other cases card inside if there is a child (or animal) in the vehicle. With the key...
  • Page 23 LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS Locking/unlocking from the outside This is done using the RENAULT remote control unit: refer to the information on “Key/radio frequency remote control: general information” and “RENAULT card: general information”. In some cases, the key/radio frequency remote control and the RENAULT card may not work: –...
  • Page 24 With the door open, turn screw 6 using key 4 and close the door again. This Use of emergency key 4 integrated means that the doors are then locked into the RENAULT card from the outside. Insert the end of emergency key 4 into hole 5.
  • Page 25 RENAULT card fails: with the vehicle in the event of an emer- ignition off, press switch 7 for more gency.
  • Page 26 RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE (RAID) You must first decide if you want to Operating faults activate this function. If you find an operating fault (no auto- matic locking, the indicator light incor- To activate it porated in button 1 does not light up...
  • Page 27: Engine Immobiliser

    (supplied with the vehicle). If the fault Operating principle is still present, contact a RENAULT Dealer as only a RENAULT Dealer is When the engine is started, warning qualified to repair the engine immobi- light 1 remains lit for a few seconds liser system.
  • Page 28: Front Headrests

    FRONT HEADRESTS To raise it To remove it To replace it (depending on vehicle) Lift the headrest to its highest position. If the rod setting has been altered, pull Pull the headrest upwards to the de- Press button 2 and lift the headrest to rods 3 out fully (check that they are sired height.
  • Page 29 REAR HEAD RESTS Positions for use To remove the headrest While pressing button A of lock 1, lift Press button A of lock 1 and remove the headrest fully to use it in the top po- the headrest. sition. Lower it until it locks to use it in the bottom position.
  • Page 30: Front Seats

    FRONT SEATS Heated seats With the ignition switched on, press switch 3 on the required seat. The indi- cator light in the switch lights up. The system, which has a thermostat, decides whether or not the heating is needed. To move forwards or Adjusting the height of the backwards driver’s seat...
  • Page 31 FRONT SEATS (continued) When a person, an object or a child seat prevents the front seats from lock- ing, perform the following operations: – ask all of the passengers to leave the vehicle and remove any bulky objects from the rear seats; –...
  • Page 32: Seat Belts

    SEAT BELTS Adjusting your driving Always wear your seat belt when trav- elling in your vehicle. You must also position comply with the legislation of the par- – Sit well back in your seat (having ticular country you are in. first removed your coat or jacket).
  • Page 33 3 cm unwinds; – then allow the belt to rewind auto- matically; – unwind it again; – if the fault is still present, contact a RENAULT Dealer. ç Driver seat belt reminder warning light If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened...
  • Page 34 SEAT BELTS (continued) Rear side seat belts 1 Rear centre seat belt Fasten sliding buckle 4 into the corre- sponding red catch 6. The belts are locked, unlocked and Unwind belt 3 slowly from its housing, adjusted in the same way as the front then fasten buckle 2 into the corre- belts.
  • Page 35 – No modification may be made to the component parts of the restraint system (belts and seats and their mountings) fitted originally. For special cases (e.g. fitting child seats) contact your RENAULT Dealer. – Do not use devices which allow any slack in the belts (e.g. clothes pegs, clips, etc.): a seat belt which is worn too loosely may cause injury in the event of an accident.
  • Page 36 METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS Depending on the vehicle, they com- Have the entire restraint prise: system checked following – pretensioners; an accident. – lap belt pretensioners (for the five No operation whatsoever is door version); permitted on any part of the system (pretensioners, air bags, computers, –...
  • Page 37: Methods Of Restraint In Addition To The Front Seat Belts

    METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued) Chest-level and lap belt load Air bags for driver and front limiters passenger Above a certain severity of impact, this Fitted to the driver and passenger side. mechanism is used to limit the force of The presence of this equipment is in- the belt against the body so that it is at dicated by the word “Air bag”...
  • Page 38 METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued) Operation Special feature of the front air Operating faults å This system is only operational when Warning light 1 will light up on the ignition is switched on. There are two volumes of operation de- the instrument panel when the ignition pending on the severity of the impact: In a severe frontal impact, the air bags...
  • Page 39 – Do not attach any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the steering wheel boss. – The steering wheel must not be removed (except by qualified personnel from the RENAULT network). – When driving, do not sit too close to the steering wheel. Sit with your arms slightly bent (see the information on “Adjusting your driving position”...
  • Page 40 – To avoid incorrect triggering of the on the force of the impact: system which may cause injury, – protection is provided by the belt only qualified RENAULT network only; personnel may work on the pre- – the pretensioner is triggered to take tensioner and air bag system.
  • Page 41: Side Protection Devices

    – Fitting seat covers: seats equipped with an air bag require covers specifically designed for your vehicle. Contact your RENAULT Dealer to find out if these covers may be purchased from RENAULT accessory outlets. The use of any covers other than those designed for your vehicle (and including those designed for another vehicle) may affect the operation of the air bags and reduce your protection.
  • Page 42: Additional Methods Of Restraint

    – When selling or lending the vehicle, inform the user of these points and hand over this driver’s handbook with the vehicle. – When scrapping your vehicle, contact your RENAULT Dealer for disposal of the gas generator(s). 1.34...
  • Page 43: Child Safety: General Information

    CHILD SAFETY: General information Carrying children Using a child seat Set a good example by always fas- The level of protection offered by the Children, and adults, must be correctly tening your seat belt and teaching child seat depends on its ability to re- seated and strapped in for all journeys.
  • Page 44 CHILD SAFETY: Choosing a child seat Rear-facing child seats Forward-facing child seats Booster cushions A baby’s head is, proportionally, heavier The child’s head and abdomen need From 15 kg or 4 years, the child can than that of an adult and its neck is very to be protected as a priority.
  • Page 45: Choosing A Child Seat Mounting

    CHILD SAFETY: Choosing a child seat mounting Attachment using the ISOFIX There are two ways of attaching child Do not use the child seat seats: via the seat belt or using the system if it may unfasten the seat ISOFIX system. Authorised ISOFIX child seats are ap- belt restraining it: the base proved in accordance with regulation...
  • Page 46 CHILD SAFETY: Choosing a child seat mounting (continued) The two rings 1 are located between The third ring is used to attach the – depending on the vehicle, unclip the seatback and the seat base of the upper strap on some child seats: mobile floor cover 6 then pass seat and are identified by a marking.
  • Page 47: Fitting A Child Seat

    CHILD SAFETY: Fitting a child seat In the front seat In the rear side seat Some seats are not suitable for fitting child seats. The diagram on the follow- The laws concerning children travel- A carrycot can be installed across the ing page shows you how to attach a ling in the front passenger seat differ in vehicle and will take up at least two...
  • Page 48: Deactivating/Activating The Front Passenger Air Bag

    CHILD SAFETY: installation diagram (3 and 5 door version) Child seat fitted using the ISOFIX mounting ü = Seat which allows an ISOFIX child seat to be fitted.  = The rear seats are fitted with an anchorage point which allows a forward-facing ISOFIX child seat with “universal”...
  • Page 49 CHILD SAFETY: installation diagram (sport tourer version) Child seat fitted using the ISOFIX mounting ü = Seat which allows an ISOFIX child seat to be fitted.  = The rear seats are fitted with an anchorage point which allows a forward-facing ISOFIX child seat with “universal”...
  • Page 50 CHILD SAFETY: installation table (3 and 5 door versions) The table below summarises the information already shown on the diagram on the previous page, to ensure the regula- tions in force are respected. Weight of Seat size Front passenger Rear side Rear centre Type of child seat the child...
  • Page 51 CHILD SAFETY: installation table (3 and 5 door versions) X = Seat not suitable for fitting child seats. U = Seat allowing a child seat with “Universal” approval to be attached by seat belt; check that it can be fitted correctly. UD = Seat which allows a rear-facing seat with “universal”...
  • Page 52 CHILD SAFETY: installation table (sport tourer version) The table below summarises the information already shown on the diagram on the previous page, to ensure the regula- tions in force are respected. Weight of Seat size Front passenger Rear side Rear centre Type of child seat the child ISOFIX...
  • Page 53 CHILD SAFETY: installation table (sport tourer version) X = Seat not suitable for fitting child seats. U = Seat allowing a child seat with “Universal” approval to be attached by seat belt; check that it can be fitted correctly. UD = Seat which allows a rear-facing seat with “universal” approval only to be attached with a seat belt. IUF/IL = On equipped vehicles, seat which allows a child seat with “universal, semi-universal or vehicle specific”...
  • Page 54 CHILD SAFETY: Deactivating/activating the front passenger air bag The passenger air bag must only be deactivated or acti- vated with the ignition off. If it is interfered with when the vehicle is being driven, indicator å © lights will come Switch the ignition off then on again to reset the air bag in accordance with the lock.
  • Page 55 CHILD SAFETY: Deactivating/activating the front passenger air bag (continued) The passenger air bag must only be deactivated or acti- vated with the ignition off. If it is interfered with when the vehicle is being driven, indicator å © lights will come Switch the ignition off then on again to reset the air bag in accordance with the lock.
  • Page 56: Driving Position

    DRIVING POSITION, LEFT-HAND DRIVE 7 8 9 10 1.48...
  • Page 57: Instrument Panel

    16 Central door locking switch. – traction control and ESP; – headlight beam height remote 7 Ignition switch (vehicle with key). 17 RENAULT card reader (vehicle adjustment; with RENAULT card). – instrument panel lighting rheo- 8 Centre air vents.
  • Page 58 DRIVING POSITION, RIGHT-HAND DRIVE 9 10 11 12 13 1.50...
  • Page 59 The presence of equipment DEPENDS ON THE VERSION AND VEHICLE OPTIONS AS WELL AS THE COUNTRY. 1 Side air vent. 11 – Radio remote control. 19 RENAULT card reader (vehicle – Hands-free telephone integrated with RENAULT card). 2 Passenger air bag location.
  • Page 60 INSTRUMENT PANEL: warning lights The presence and operation of the warning lights DEPEND ON THE EQUIPMENT AND COUNTRY. å Left-hand direction indicator Air bag warning light tell-tale This lights up when the ignition is switched on and goes out after a few Right-hand direction indica- seconds.
  • Page 61 INSTRUMENT PANEL: warning lights (continued) The presence and operation of the warning lights DEPEND ON THE EQUIPMENT AND COUNTRY. Ô Coolant temperature warn- © Warning light ing light This lights up when the ignition is This lights up when the ignition is switched on and goes out after a few switched on and goes out after a few seconds.
  • Page 62 INSTRUMENT PANEL: warning lights (continued) The presence and operation of the warning lights DEPEND ON THE EQUIPMENT AND COUNTRY. Ò À Electronic fault or water in Oil pressure warning light the diesel filter warning light This lights up when the ignition This lights up when the ignition is is switched on and goes out after a few switched on and goes out after a few...
  • Page 63 INSTRUMENT PANEL: warning lights (continued) The presence and operation of the warning lights DEPEND ON THE EQUIPMENT AND COUNTRY. Ú Battery charge warning light Handbrake on and brake cir- cuit incident warning light This lights up when the ignition is switched on and goes out after a few This comes on when the ignition is seconds.
  • Page 64 INSTRUMENT PANEL: displays and indicators Rev counter 1 (graduations x 1000) Coolant temperature indicator 2 In normal use, the needle should be below zone A. Under harsh operating conditions the needle may approach this zone. ® This is not serious unless the warning light comes on, accompanied by a message on the instrument panel and a beep.
  • Page 65 INSTRUMENT PANEL: displays and indicators (continued) Speedometer (mph or km/h) 5 Overspeed buzzer Depending on the vehicle, a buzzer sounds for approximately 10 seconds every 40 seconds, as long as the ve- hicle is travelling in excess of 72 mph (120 km/h).
  • Page 66: Multifunction Display

    INSTRUMENT PANEL: displays and indicators (continued) Multifunction display This indicates: – that a door or the tailgate is open or not properly closed, – the tyre pressure status (refer to the information on the “Tyre pressure monitor” in Section 2), –...
  • Page 67: Trip Computer And Warning System

    TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM Trip computer and warning system This displays the following information on instrument panel display A or B (po- sition varies according to vehicle): – Information messages (journey pa- rameters, etc.); – Operating fault messages (generally ©...
  • Page 68 TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) c) mileage before service, d) programmed speed (speed limiter/ cruise control), e) on-board log: operating fault and in- formation message readout. Display selection keys 1 and 2 Scroll through the following informa- tion in this order or reverse the order by briefly pressing the key repeatedly.
  • Page 69 TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) Interpreting some of the – You may also notice that the average fuel consumption increases when the values displayed after vehicle is stationary and the engine resetting idling. The values showing average fuel con- This is normal, since the computer sumption, range and average speed takes account of fuel used during...
  • Page 70: Journey Parameters

    TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) The display of information shown below DEPENDS ON THE VEHICLE EQUIPMENT AND COUNTRY. Examples of display selections by pressing button 2 Interpreting the display selected Display A Display B a) Total mileage recorder (visible on the first line of the display B) Trip mileage recorder (visible on the second line of the display B) b) Journey parameters...
  • Page 71 TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) The display of information shown below DEPENDS ON THE VEHICLE EQUIPMENT AND COUNTRY. Examples of display selections by pressing button 2 Interpreting the display selected Display A Display B Current fuel consumption This value is displayed after a speed of approximately 18 mph (30 km/h) is reached.
  • Page 72 TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) The display of information shown below DEPENDS ON THE VEHICLE EQUIPMENT AND COUNTRY. Examples of display selections by pressing button 2 Interpreting the display selected Display A Display B c) Distance before service Distance remaining until the next service. There are several scenarios: –...
  • Page 73 TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) The display of information shown below DEPENDS ON THE VEHICLE EQUIPMENT AND COUNTRY. Examples of display selections by pressing button 2 Interpreting the display selected Display A Display B d) Cruise control/speed limiter programmed speed (depending on vehicle) Refer to the information on the “Cruise control - Speed limiter”...
  • Page 74 Note: the messages appear on the dis- You should immediately go to your play either individually or alternately RENAULT Dealer for work to be carried (when there are several messages to out on your vehicle. be displayed), and may be accompa- These messages appear with the nied by a warning light and/or a beep.
  • Page 75 TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) Examples of information messages Messages Interpretation of messages ‘Tailgate open’ Indicates that the tailgate has been left open. ‘Oil level OK’ Indicates that the oil level is correct when the ignition is switched on. ‘Automatic lights OFF’...
  • Page 76 TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) Examples of operating fault messages © They come on in conjunction with the warning light and mean that you should visit your RENAULT Dealer as soon as possible. Messages Interpretation of messages ‘Check ESP’...
  • Page 77 TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) Examples of operating fault messages © They come on in conjunction with the warning light and mean that you should visit your RENAULT Dealer as soon as possible. Messages Interpretation of messages ‘Check gearbox’...
  • Page 78 TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) Examples of warning messages ® They come on in conjunction with the warning light and require you to stop immediately (according to traffic con- ditions). Messages Interpretation of messages ‘Injection fault’ Indicates that the vehicle has a serious engine fault. ‘Engine overheating’...
  • Page 79 TRIP COMPUTER AND WARNING SYSTEM (continued) Examples of warning messages ® They come on in conjunction with the warning light and require you to stop immediately (according to traffic con- ditions). Messages Interpretation of messages ‘Steering fault’ Indicates a fault in the vehicle’s power assisted steering. ‘Gearbox overheating’...
  • Page 80: Steering Wheel

    STEERING WHEEL Adjusting the steering wheel height and depth (depending on vehicle) Pull lever 1 and place the steering wheel in the required position; push the Never leave the steering wheel on lever beyond the point of resistance to lock the steering wheel in place. full lock when the vehicle is station- ary.
  • Page 81: Information Displays

    INFORMATION DISPLAYS Special note: When the external temperature is be- tween –3°C and +3°C, the °C figures flash (indicates risk of ice formation). Depending on the vehicle, displays 1 or 2 may show the following information: – radio (zone A); –...
  • Page 82 CLOCK Display A Then press and hold button 3 to con- firm the time set. The time is displayed when the ignition The minutes flash; repeatedly press or is switched on. press and hold button 2 to set them. To access display 1 for setting the time, When setting is complete, the hours press button 2 or 3.
  • Page 83 CLOCK AND EXTERIOR TEMPERATURE (continued) External temperature Vehicles fitted with navigation aid systems, telephones, etc. indicator Refer to the separate instructions for Special note: the function to understand the special features of this equipment. When the outside temperature is –3°C to +3°C, the °C characters flash (signal- ling a risk of ice on the road).
  • Page 84: Rear View Mirrors

    REAR VIEW MIRRORS Heated door mirrors With the engine running, mirror de- icing is activated simultaneously with rear screen de-icing/demisting. Door mirrors with manual Electric door mirrors adjustment With the ignition on, move button 2: To adjust the mirror, move lever 1. –...
  • Page 85 REAR VIEW MIRRORS (continued) Folding door mirrors Interior rear view mirror Move button 2 to position F and the Its position can be adjusted. When driv- door mirrors fold in. To reset them for ing at night, to avoid being dazzled by driving, return to position C, D or E.
  • Page 86: Audible And Visual Signals

    AUDIBLE AND VISUAL SIGNALS Hazard warning lights é Press switch 2. This switch activates all four direction indicators and the side mounted indica- tors simultaneously. Only use this function to warn other road users if: – you have to stop in an area where stopping is prohibited or unex- pected;...
  • Page 87: Exterior Lighting And Signals

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS Side lights Adjusting the brightness of the instrument panel lighting Turn the end of stalk 1 until the symbol is opposite mark 2. Turn control 3 downwards to reduce the brightness and upwards to increase it. An indicator light on the instrument panel will come on.
  • Page 88 EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (continued) Automatic operation (depending on See-me-home lighting vehicle) function With the engine running, the dipped This function (useful, for example, for beam headlights are switched on or off opening a gate, a garage, etc.) enables automatically depending on the level of you to switch on dipped headlights mo- ambient light, without the need to oper- mentarily.
  • Page 89 Warning: as this operating mode is not a normal driving condition, consult your With the dipped beam head- RENAULT Dealer as soon as possible. lights lit, pull stalk 1 towards you. When the main beam headlights are lit up, an indicator light on the instrument panel comes on.
  • Page 90 EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (continued) Automatic operation (depending on Lights-on reminder buzzer vehicle) If the lights are switched on after the The lights go out when the engine engine is switched off, a warning beep is stopped, when the driver’s door is sounds when the driver’s door is opened opened or when the vehicle is locked.
  • Page 91: Rear Fog Light

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING AND SIGNALS (continued) Rear fog light Switching off the lights Turn centre ring 5 on stalk 1 Turn ring 5 again until mark 6 is oppo- until the symbol faces mark 6, then re- site the symbol for the fog light you wish lease it.
  • Page 92: Electric Beam Height Adjustment

    ELECTRIC BEAM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Examples of positions for control A depending on the load All versions except Utility Commercial Estate and Estate vehicles vehicles Driver only Driver with one front passenger On vehicles fitted with this function, control A allows you to adjust the height Driver with one front of the beams according to the load.
  • Page 93: Wash/Wipe

    WINDSCREEN WASH/WIPE Vehicles with automatic wiper function With the engine running, move stalk 1 – A park. – B automatic wiper function When this position is selected, the system detects the presence of water on the windscreen and triggers wiping at a suitable wiping speed. It is possible to modify the sensitivity by turning ring 2.
  • Page 94: Windscreen Washer

    WINDSCREEN WASH/WIPE (continued) – Headlights on The headlight washers will be acti- vated at the same time. Windscreen washer, headlight washers (depending on vehicle) With the ignition on, pull stalk 1 to- wards you. In frosty weather, make sure that –...
  • Page 95 REAR SCREEN WASH/WIPE Rear screen wash/wipe Special note With the ignition on, turn the If the windscreen wipers are operat- end of stalk 1 to align mark 2 with the ing or are in automatic mode, the rear symbol. screen wiper wipes intermittently when reverse gear is engaged.
  • Page 96: Fuel Tank (Filling With Fuel)

    For details on filling the fuel tank, refer cap is of the same type. to the information on “Filling up with Contact your RENAULT Dealer. fuel”. Never place the cap near a source There is a cap holder 2 on the fuel filler of heat or flame.
  • Page 97: Filling Up With Fuel

    (such work must be undertaken by qualified RENAULT Network per- sonnel). 1.89...
  • Page 98 1.90...
  • Page 99 Starting/Stopping the engine using the RENAULT card ........
  • Page 100: Running In

    RUNNING IN Petrol version Diesel version For the first 600 miles (1,000 km), do For the first 900 miles (1,500 km), do not exceed 78 mph (130 km/h) in the not exceed 2,500 rpm. After complet- highest gear, or 3,000 to 3,500 rpm. ing this mileage you may drive faster, although you may only expect top per- After 600 miles (1,000 km) you may...
  • Page 101 IGNITION SWITCH: vehicle with key Ignition on position M Special note on vehicles with an au- tomatic gearbox The ignition is switched on: Before starting, move the lever to posi- tion N or P. Start position D Special note on vehicles with a If the engine fails to start at the first Quickshift gearbox attempt, the key must be turned back...
  • Page 102: Starting The Engine

    STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with key É Starting the engine Diesel injection Stopping the engine Petrol injection With the engine idling, turn the key back Cold or warm engine to the Stop position. Engine warm or cold – Turn the key to starter position D –...
  • Page 103 STARTING THE ENGINE: vehicle with RENAULT card RENAULT card Starting conditions. The card must be in detection zone 1 Follow the starting instructions on the (passenger compartment and luggage instrument panel 2 describing the fol- compartment, except for some high...
  • Page 104 STARTING THE ENGINE: vehicle with RENAULT card (continued) Starting a vehicle with an Starting a vehicle with a – in some cases, it will be necessary to move the steering wheel while press- automatic gearbox Quickshift gearbox ing start button 3 to assist in unlock-...
  • Page 105 STARTING THE ENGINE: vehicle with RENAULT card (continued) Accessories function Starting with the tailgate – when the RENAULT card battery is drained, flat battery, etc. open To use certain functions with the engine The messages “card not detected” then switched off (radio, navigation, etc.), Insert the card into card reader 4 if you “insert card”...
  • Page 106 STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with RENAULT card When leaving your vehicle, with the RENAULT card in particular, check that the engine has completely stopped. Never leave your vehicle with the RENAULT Card inside and never leave a child (or a pet) unsuper-...
  • Page 107: Special Features Of Petrol Versions

    RENAULT Dealer. – using leaded petrol, These faults may be avoided by regularly – using fuel or lubrication addi- taking your vehicle to your RENAULT tives which are not approved by Dealer at the intervals specified in your RENAULT. Maintenance Service Booklet.
  • Page 108: Special Features Of Diesel Versions

    However, if after a few seconds and several attempts the engine fails to start, contact a RENAULT Dealer. Do not park the vehicle or run the engine in locations where combustible sub-...
  • Page 109 This is due to the exhaust particle filter accompanied by the message ‘Check being cleaned automatically, and does antipollution’, consult your RENAULT not affect the way the vehicle runs. Dealer as soon as possible. Diesel engine speed...
  • Page 110: Gear Lever/Power Assisted Steering

    (e.g.: deformation of the rear axle). To avoid any risk of accident, have your vehicle checked by a RENAULT Never switch off the igni- Dealer. tion when travelling down- hill, and avoid doing so in normal driving (assistance is not provided).
  • Page 111: Handbrake

    HANDBRAKE To apply: Pull upwards. Check that the vehicle is immobilised. To release: Pull lever 1 up slightly, press button 2 and then lower the lever to the floor. The red warning light on the instrument panel will light up if you are driving with an incorrectly released handbrake.
  • Page 112: Advice On Antipollution, Fuel Economy And Driving

    Contact Have your vehicle checked and ad- your RENAULT Dealer for this infor- justed by your RENAULT Dealer in ac- mation. cordance with the instructions in the ve- – idling speed: this does not require hicle’s Maintenance Service booklet.
  • Page 113 – if it comes on continuously, consult – Drive carefully for the first few miles accelerator pedal. your RENAULT Dealer as soon as until the engine reaches its normal possible; – Double declutching and accelerating...
  • Page 114 ADVICE: Antipollution, fuel economy and driving (continued) – In vehicles with air conditioning, it is normal to observe an increase in fuel consumption (especially in urban conditions) when it is used. For vehi- cles fitted with manual air condition- ing, switch off the system when it is not required.
  • Page 115: Environment

    Make your contribution towards pro- Your vehicle has been designed with the aim of caring for the environment. tection of the environment too. RENAULT has used all its expertise to reduce environmental impact through- – Worn parts replaced in the course of Manufacture:...
  • Page 116: Tyre Pressure Monitor

    TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR This system monitors the tyre pres- sure. The tyre pressure can be adjusted when cold (refer to the information on “Tyre pressures” for the values). If tyre pressures cannot be checked when the tyres are cold, the normal pressures must be increased by 0.2 to 0.3 bar (or 3 PSI).
  • Page 117 Tyre repair product the system, which may be purchased Because the valves are specially de- from RENAULT outlets: the use of other signed, use only products approved by accessories could affect the correct op- our Technical Department.
  • Page 118 One wheel A disappears, indicating that the sensor on this wheel is missing or faulty (e.g. if the emergency spare wheel is fitted). In this case, consult a RENAULT Dealer. “Check tyre pressure” A shaded wheel B indicates a deflated “Puncture: change wheel”...
  • Page 119: Anti-Lock Braking System: Abs

    ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM: ABS Under heavy braking, the essential re- This system also allows you to optimise You will feel a pulsation through the quirements are to limit the stopping stopping distances when the grip of one brake pedal each time the system is ac- distance and keep your vehicle under or more wheels may be lost (wet roads, tivated.
  • Page 120 © light up on the instru- ment panel. Braking is still performed, but with- out the ABS system. Contact a RENAULT Dealer as soon as pos- sible. 2 – The orange warning light and the red brake fault warning light ©...
  • Page 121: Electronic Stability Program: Esp

    ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM: ESP This system helps to keep control of When the ESP function begins to oper- the vehicle in critical driving situations ate, warning light A comes on to warn (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip when you. cornering, etc.) and works in conjunc- If the warning light comes on accompa- tion with the ‘understeer control’...
  • Page 122 © when travelling above a threshold of with warning lights and A. approximately 30 mph (50 km/h). Contact your RENAULT Dealer. Deactivating the ASR func- tion results in the ESP func- tion being deactivated. Refer to the information on the “Traction control: ASR” on the following pages.
  • Page 123: Traction Control: Asr

    TRACTION CONTROL: ASR This system helps to limit skidding on The system also adjusts the engine drive wheels and to control the vehicle speed to the grip available under the when pulling away or accelerating. wheels, independently of the pressure exerted on the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 124 (50 km/h) is exceeded. light A. It is impossible to deselect this function Contact your RENAULT Dealer. when travelling above a threshold of approximately 30 mph (50 km/h). Disabling the traction con- trol function also deacti-...
  • Page 125: Emergency Brake Assist

    EMERGENCY BRAKE ASSIST This system supplements the ABS and helps reduce vehicle stopping dis- tances. Operating principle The system is for detecting an emer- gency braking situation. In this case, the braking assistance immediately de- velops maximum power and may trig- ger ABS regulation.
  • Page 126: Indicator Light

    CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: limiter function Controls Indicator light 6 The speed limiter function helps you Î stay within the driving speed limit that 1 Main “On/Off” switch. This indicator light on the in- you choose. strument panel lights up to indicate that 2 Limit speed activation, storage and This may be useful, for example, when the limiter function is in operation.
  • Page 127 CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: limiter function (continued) Driving When a limit speed has been stored, if this speed is not reached the vehicle behaves in a similar way to those with- out the speed limiter function. From this point, no effort on the accel- erator pedal will allow you to exceed the programmed speed except in an emergency (refer to information on...
  • Page 128: Speed Limiter

    CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: limiter function (continued) Exceeding the limit speed Recalling the limit speed In the event of an emergency A stored speed can be recalled by pressing switch 5 (R) until the message It is possible to exceed the limit speed “Speed limiter”...
  • Page 129 CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function This function is an addi- tional driving aid. However, the function does not take the place of the driver. Therefore, it can under no circum- Controls The cruise control function helps you to stances replace the driver’s respon- maintain your driving speed at a speed sibility to respect speed limits and to...
  • Page 130: Cruise Control

    CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function (continued) Driving Once a cruising speed is stored and the cruise control function is active, you may lift your foot off the accelera- tor pedal. Important: you are never- theless advised to keep your feet close to the pedals in order to react if neces- sary.
  • Page 131 CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function (continued) Exceeding the cruising speed In the event of an emergency The cruising speed may be exceeded at any time by depressing the accelera- tor pedal. Whilst the speed is being ex- ceeded, the cruising speed displayed on the instrument panel flashes.
  • Page 132 CRUISE CONTROL - SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function (continued) Recalling the cruising speed If a speed has been stored, it is possi- ble to recall it by pressing switch 5 (R), on condition that you are driving faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) and that you are sure that the driving conditions are suitable (traffic, road surface condition, weather conditions, etc.).
  • Page 133: Automatic Gearbox

    AUTOMATIC GEARBOX Selector lever 1 Operation Gear control paddles 4 allow you to change gear while the gear lever is in P: park With the lever in position P or N, switch ‘manual mode’ position or, if driving, in on the engine. R: reverse ‘automatic mode’...
  • Page 134: Economical Driving

    AUTOMATIC GEARBOX (continued) Economical driving When driving, leave the lever in posi- tion D, keeping the accelerator pedal lightly depressed to ensure automatic gear changes at comparatively low engine speeds. Accelerating and overtaking Depress the accelerator pedal firmly and fully (so that it goes beyond the kickdown point).
  • Page 135 AUTOMATIC GEARBOX (continued) Driving in manual mode With selector lever 1 in position D, pull the lever to the left (changing gear using the lever). Changing gear using the lever Pushing the lever repeatedly allows you to change gears manually. –...
  • Page 136: Parking The Vehicle

    (e.g.: deformation of the moving the selector lever from posi- rear axle). tion P or N and engaging it in D or R To avoid any risk of accident, have to prevent the engine stalling. your vehicle checked by a RENAULT Dealer. 2.38...
  • Page 137 Operating faults – when driving, if the ‘check gearbox’ message appears on the instrument panel, it indicates a fault. Consult your RENAULT Dealer as soon as possible. – when driving, if the message “gear- box overheating” appears on the in-...
  • Page 138: Quickshift Gearbox

    QUICKSHIFT GEARBOX Selector lever 1 Gear shift pattern Paddles 6 – This allows you to engage first gear, A/M to change mode (automatic/ left-hand paddle: to change down to select reverse and neutral and to manual) right-hand paddle: to change up a gear change gear in manual mode.
  • Page 139 The oil level in the automatic gear- For safety reasons, do not box system reservoir is variable de- switch off the ignition before pending on use. Adding oil is strictly the vehicle has come to a forbidden (except by qualified complete standstill. RENAULT Network personnel). 2.41...
  • Page 140 QUICKSHIFT GEARBOX (continued) Driving in automatic mode Changing mode Each time the ignition is switched on, You can change mode at any time automatic mode is selected by default by pushing the lever to the left. This (letter A on the display). switches mode without changing gear.
  • Page 141 QUICKSHIFT GEARBOX (continued) Accelerating and overtaking To obtain maximum vehicle perform- ance, in automatic or manual mode se- lected, quickly depress the accelerator pedal beyond the kickdown point. This will activate the kickdown func- tion allowing you to change down to the most suitable gear.
  • Page 142 – select neutral, dicates a fault. – push the vehicle or roll it down a suf- Contact a RENAULT Dealer as soon as ficiently steep slope. Then push the possible. selector lever forwards.
  • Page 143: Parking Distance Control

    PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL Operating principle Ultrasonic sensors, fitted in the vehi- cle’s rear bumper, measure the dis- tance between the vehicle and an ob- stacle when reversing. This measurement is indicated by beeps which become more frequent the closer you come to the obstacle, until they become a continuous beep when This function is an addi- the vehicle is approximately 30 centi-...
  • Page 144 PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL (continued) Prolonged deactivation of the system You can deactivate the system for pro- longed periods by pressing the switch for longer than approximately three seconds. The warning light built into the switch remains lit constantly. Once deactivated, the system can be reactivated by pressing the button again for longer than approximately three seconds.
  • Page 145: Your Comfort

    Section 3: Your comfort Air vents............... Heating and air conditioning .
  • Page 146 AIR VENTS (air outlets) 1 left-hand side window demister 5 control panel. vent. 6 right-hand side air vent. 2 left-hand side air vent. 7 right-hand side window demister 3 windscreen demisting vents. vent. 4 centre air vents. 8 passenger footwell heater outlets.
  • Page 147: Air Vents

    AIR VENTS (continued) Air flow Direction Move the control knob 1 or 3 (beyond Right/left: move tabs 2 or 4. the resistance point). Up/down: lower or raise tabs 2 or 4. A : closed. B : maximum air flow...
  • Page 148: Heating And Air Conditioning

    HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING The controls E Heated rear screen and heated door mirror control and indicator light (depending on vehicle). A Adjusting the passenger compart- ment air distribution. F Air conditioning operation control and indicator light (depending on B Air temperature adjustment. vehicle).
  • Page 149 HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING (continued) The air flow is directed mainly towards the passenger foot- well. The air flow is directed mainly towards all the air vents and the passenger footwells. This is the recommended position for the best temperature in hot weather. ô...
  • Page 150 HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING (continued) Adjusting the air temperature Turn control B to obtain the desired temperature. The further the pointer is in the red, the more the temperature will be increased. Switching air conditioning on or off The air conditioning is switched on (in- dicator light illuminated) or off (indicator light extinguished) using button F.
  • Page 151 HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING (continued) Rear screen de-icing/ demisting With the engine running, press but- ton E. The operating tell-tale comes This function permits rapid demisting/ de-icing of the rear screen and de-icing of the door mirrors (on equipped vehi- cles). To exit this function, press button E again.
  • Page 152: Automatic Climate Control

    AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL 12 Heated rear screen and heated door mirrors (depending on vehi- cle). 13 Heated rear screen indicator light. 14 Air recirculation control. Information and advice on use: refer to the end of the paragraph on “Heating/ air conditioning”. The controls 5 Display.
  • Page 153 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (continued) – press button 7 to increase the tem- perature; – press button 4 to decrease the tem- perature. Note: The maximum and minimum settings of 15°C and 27°C allow the system to produce a minimum or maxi- mum temperature, whatever the ambi- ent conditions.
  • Page 154 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (continued) Ambient temperature: Adjusting automatic mode automatic mode (continued) The automatic mode is the system’s normal operating mode (AUTO light on) Operation but you may alter the selections made To reach and keep the chosen comfort by the system (air distribution, etc.). level and to maintain good visibility, the These options are explained on the fol- system controls:...
  • Page 155 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (continued) The air flow is directed to- wards all the air vents and the passenger footwells. The air flow is only directed to the footwells. õ Distribution of air in the All the air flow is directed to the demisting vents for the passenger compartment windscreen and the side windows.
  • Page 156 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (continued) Varying the ventilation speed In automatic mode, the system uses the most suitable amount of air to reach and maintain the desired comfort level. Automatic mode is switched off by pressing buttons 9 and 11. These buttons allow you to increase or decrease ventilation speed.
  • Page 157 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (continued) Rear Screen De-icing / To exit this function, press button 12 again. Demisting automatically stops Demisting by default. With the engine running, press but- ton 12. The operating tell-tale 13 comes This function permits rapid demisting/ de-icing of the rear screen and de-icing of the door mirrors (on equipped vehi- cles).
  • Page 158 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (continued) Note: if you wish to reduce the air flow (which may produce a certain amount of noise in the passenger compart- ment), press button 11. To exit this function, press either: – button 1 again; – button 6 (the AUTO indicator light on the display will light up).
  • Page 159: Air Recirculation Mode

    AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (continued) Air recirculation mode Prolonged use of the air recirculation mode may cause the windows to mist Pressing button 14 activates air recir- up or lead to odours, as the air is not culation (the symbol lights up on the renewed.
  • Page 160: Maintenance

    AIR CONDITIONING: information and advice on use Operating faults As a general rule, contact your ap- Fuel consumption proved dealer in the event of an op- erating fault. You will normally notice an increase in fuel consumption (especially – Reduction in de-icing, demist- when driving in town) when the air ing or air conditioning perform- conditioning is operating.
  • Page 161: Electric Windows

    ELECTRIC WINDOWS With the ignition on or, for vehi- From the front passenger seat cles with a RENAULT card, with the Press switch 6. engine running Press the relevant switch to lower the window to the desired height. Safety of rear occupants...
  • Page 162 – with the ignition on or with the engine of travel as soon as possible by running; pressing the relevant switch. – with the ignition off until a front door is opened/closed (vehicles with key) or until the driver’s door is opened (vehicles with a RENAULT card). 3.18...
  • Page 163: Manual Windows

    (someone’s fingers, an animal’s paw the system. controls or the branch of a tree, for example), it stops and lowers by several centime- If necessary, contact your RENAULT Turn handle 1. tres. Dealer. Once the obstacle has been removed, briefly lift the switch again fully to close the window.
  • Page 164: Electric Sunroof

    ELECTRIC SUNROOF When parking in direct sunlight, we advise you to pull down the sun blinds. Driver’s responsibility Tilting the sunroof The system operates: Never leave your vehicle – with the ignition on, – to open: turn button 2 to position A; with the key in the igni- tion or the card inside if –...
  • Page 165: Precautions During Use

    0. Press button 3, until the sunroof tion of the sunroof. is completely closed. Consult your RENAULT Dealer for details of possible adaptations. Important: during this operation, the sunroof anti-pinch function is deac- tivated.
  • Page 166: Sun Visor

    SUN VISOR Rear sun blind Front sun visor Pull the sun blind upwards using the tab Lower sun visor 2. until both hooks 1 lock into their hous- ings (make sure the blind is properly Courtesy mirrors locked in position). Slide cover 3.
  • Page 167: Interior Lighting

    INTERIOR LIGHTING Map reading lights (depending on vehicle) Press switch 1 for the driver, 3 for the front passenger. Courtesy light Driver and passenger under- floor storage compartment Press switch 2 for: lights 4 (depending on – permanent lighting; vehicle) –...
  • Page 168 PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS Front door storage pockets 1 Sunglasses holder 2 They can hold a 1.5 litre bottle. Nothing should be placed on the floor area in front of the driver as such objects may slide under the pedal during braking manoeuvres, thus obstructing its use.
  • Page 169: Passenger Compartment Storage Space And Fittings

    PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (continued) Clip 3 Centre console storage compartment 4 or 5 This can be used for storing motorway tickets, cards, etc. This can be used for storing a mobile ashtray, cup holder, etc. When turning corners, accelerating or braking, ensure that the recepta- cle being held by the cup...
  • Page 170: Passenger Compartment Storage/Features

    PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (continued) Rear door storage Rear door storage Passenger storage compartment 6 compartment 7 compartment 8 Pull handle 9 to open it. Depending on the vehicle, this storage compartment is ventilated and air con- ditioned in the same way as the pas- senger compartment.
  • Page 171 PASSENGER COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS (continued) Front seat storage Grab handle 11 compartments 10 This offers support and can be held when the vehicle is being driven. Do not use it for getting into or out of the vehicle. 3.27...
  • Page 172: Ashtrays/Cigar Lighter

    Pull it out to use. After use, re- place it without pushing it all the way The cigar lighter is provided for con- necting accessories approved by RENAULT’s Technical Department, with a maximum power of 120 watts (12 V). 3.28...
  • Page 173: Rear Bench Seat: Functions

    REAR BENCH SEAT: functions The seat base and the seatback may Then lift up the rear section of To fold down the seatback be folded down (one or both sections) cushion 1 and tilt the seat base so that Remove the rear headrests (if to allow bulky objects to be carried.
  • Page 174 REAR BENCH SEAT: functions (continued) When moving the rear seats, ensure that nothing obstructs the anchorage points (passenger’s arm or leg, a pet, gravel, cloth, toys, etc.). To replace the seatback, proceed in To replace the seat base, proceed in the reverse order to removal.
  • Page 175: Rear Parcel Shelf/Luggage Compartment Features

    REAR PARCEL SHELF/LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FEATURES Rear parcel shelf Locations for anchorage Sport tourer versions rings 2 Depending on the vehicle, remove the To remove: mobile floor to access the rings (refer to Useful for securing objects transported – unhook both straps 1; the information on the “mobile floor”).
  • Page 176 REAR PARCEL SHELF/LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FEATURES (continued) Mobile floor First storage Second storage – Lift section 3 and fold it against sec- – Lift section 3 and fold it against sec- When fitted to the vehicle, it can be tion 4; tion 4;...
  • Page 177: Luggage Compartment Cover

    LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT COVER: sport tourer versions To remove the flexible Removing the luggage Luggage compartment cover section A of the luggage compartment cover 1 storage 1 compartment cover 1 Press button 3 and lift the right-hand Lift the mobile floor B. side of the roller at the same time.
  • Page 178 LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT COVER: utility versions The luggage compartment cover con- – The luggage compartment cover is – The luggage compartment cover is sists of a rigid section A and a folding in the folded position. removed. section B. To fold it: To remove it: with the cover in the folded –...
  • Page 179: Transporting Objects In The Luggage Compartment

    TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT Always position the objects transported If you have to place objects on the so that the largest surface is against: folded seatback, with the bench seat in the 3-seater position, remove the front headrests before folding the seatback so that is can be folded as flat as pos- sible against the seat base.
  • Page 180: Luggage Net

    LUGGAGE NET Luggage net A Fitting the luggage net – move the cutout in the carpet to access the lower mounting 3 of the behind the front seats On equipped vehicles, this can be used net; when transporting animals or luggage, Inside the vehicle on each side: –...
  • Page 181 LUGGAGE NET (continued) Fitting the luggage net Marking – in the luggage compartment, it is essential to fit the lower mounting behind the rear bench seat A marking on the luggage retaining trim strap hook on the net to the anchor- indicates the location of the ISOFIX Inside the vehicle on each side: ing hook 4 identified by the mark-...
  • Page 182: Roof Bars/Spoiler

    (risk of damaging Please keep these instructions with the vehicle). the rest of the vehicle documenta- Only bolts supplied with RENAULT tion. roof bars should be used to fit the Never remove blanking Maximum permissible load on roof bars onto the vehicle.
  • Page 183 ROOF BARS SPOILER (continued) Precautions during use Handling the tailgate Before handling the tailgate, check the objects and/or accessories (bike rack, roof box, etc.) fitted to the roof bars: these must be correctly positioned and secured, so as not to hinder the opera- tion of the tailgate.
  • Page 184: Hands-Free Telephone Integrated Control

    Contact your RENAULT Please keep these instructions with of such equipment. Dealer. the rest of the vehicle documenta- tion.
  • Page 185 Section 4: Maintenance Bonnet ............... . Engine oil level/Engine oil change .
  • Page 186: Bonnet

    BONNET Unlocking the bonnet catch To open the bonnet, pull the handle 1. To open, push tab 2 to the left as you open the bonnet. The engine may be hot when carrying out opera- tions in close proximity. In addition, the engine cooling fan can come on at any moment.
  • Page 187: Closing The Bonnet

    BONNET (continued) Closing the bonnet Before closing the bonnet, make sure that nothing has been left in the engine compartment. To close the bonnet, replace stay 4 in holder 5. Hold the middle of the bonnet and guide it down to one foot (30 cm) above the closed position, then re- lease.
  • Page 188: Engine Oil Level/Engine Oil Change

    ENGINE OIL LEVEL It is normal for an engine to use oil for Variant 1 Variant 2 Interpretation of messages lubrication and cooling of moving parts and it is normal to top up the level be- tween oil changes. Message 1 However, contact your approved Dealer if more than 0.5 litres is being Level above minimum...
  • Page 189 ENGINE OIL LEVEL (continued) Reading the level on the instrument panel (continued) To advance to trip computer reading, Maximum engine oil level press the button again. exceeded. If the level is at minimum: the mes- The oil level should only be read with sage ‘oil’...
  • Page 190 ENGINE OIL LEVEL (continued) Topping up/filling – Unscrew cap 1; – top up the level (as a guide, the ca- The vehicle must be parked on level pacity between the minimum and ground and the engine should be cold maximum reading on the dipstick 2 (for instance, before the engine is is between 1.5 and 2 litres, depend- started up for the first time in the day).
  • Page 191 ENGINE OIL LEVEL / OIL CHANGE (continued) Oil change Filling: take care when Service interval: Refer to the topping up the oil that Maintenance Service Booklet for your no oil drips onto engine vehicle. components - risk of fire. Remember to refit the cap securely Average capacities for oil change as there is a risk of fire if oil splashes including oil filter...
  • Page 192: Levels

    Booklet for your vehicle. caused to the engine if it runs out of coolant). If topping up is required, only use prod- ucts approved by RENAULT’s Technical Department: – protection against freezing; – an anti-corrosion protection for the cooling system.
  • Page 193: Brake Fluid Level

    If you wish to check the disc and drum wear yourself, you should obtain the document explaining the checking pro- cedure from the RENAULT network or from the manufacturer’s web site. Topping up After any operation on the hydraulic cir- cuit, a specialist must replace the brake fluid.
  • Page 194: Filters

    LEVELS FILTERS (continued) The replacement of filter components (air filter, cabin filter, diesel filter, etc.) is scheduled in the maintenance opera- tions for your vehicle. Frequency for replacing filter el- ements: refer to the Maintenance Service Booklet for your vehicle. Windscreen/headlight washer Jets reservoir...
  • Page 195: Battery

    Ensure that naked flames, red hot make sure that it is replaced with a objects and sparks do not come into battery that enables this pipe to be contact with the battery as there is a connected. Contact your RENAULT risk of explosion. Dealer. 4.11...
  • Page 196: Bodywork Maintenance

    BODYWORK MAINTENANCE Protection against the effects What you should not do – Degrease or clean mechanical com- ponents (eg. the engine compart- of corrosive agents – Wash the vehicle in bright sunlight or ment), underneath the body, parts freezing temperatures. Although your vehicle has been treated with hinges (eg.
  • Page 197 – mud in the wheel arches and un- derneath the body which forms damp patches. We have selected special products to care for your vehicle and you can obtain these from RENAULT acces- sory outlets. 4.13...
  • Page 198: Interior Trim Maintenance

    RENAULT’s Technical Department compartment: without careful use, this – washing up liquid (with one part (RENAULT accessory outlets) or equipment could impair the correct washing up liquid to 200 parts warm soapy water and a sponge and functioning of the electrical or electronic water).
  • Page 199: Practical Advice

    RENAULT card: battery ........
  • Page 200: Emergency Spare Wheel

    EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL In the event of a puncture, use, with – unscrew nut 5 in an anti-clockwise – pull the wheel towards you, equipped vehicles, the emergency direction until it comes off com- – lay the wheel down flat and unfasten spare wheel.
  • Page 201 EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL (continued) To refit a wheel After changing a wheel, position the Position yourself behind the vehicle and replaced wheel on support 9, with the pull handle 6 to raise the wheel until it is To carry out this operation, the cable valve facing the ground.
  • Page 202: Special Features

    EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL (continued) Note: if the tool kit does not lock in place, check the tightness of nut 5 and the correct positioning of the handle 6. Special features The emergency spare wheel holder should always be present when you are driving even when the wheel itself is not present: risk of water entering the ve- hicle.
  • Page 203 EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL (continued) – If the emergency spare wheel has been stored for several years, have it checked by your Dealer to ensure that it is safe to use. – Vehicle fitted with an emergency spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels. Never fit more than one emergency spare wheel to the same vehicle.
  • Page 204: Tyre Inflation Kit

    TYRE INFLATION KIT Do not attempt to use the When driving, vibration may inflation kit if the tyre has be felt due to the presence been damaged as a result of the repair product in- of driving with a puncture. jected into the tyre.
  • Page 205 TYRE INFLATION KIT (continued) In the event of a puncture, use, on With the ignition on, – press switch 3 to inflate the tyre to equipped vehicles, the kit located under the recommended pressure (refer to – adapter 8 must be connected to the luggage compartment carpet: open the information on “Tyre pressure”);...
  • Page 206 TYRE INFLATION KIT (continued) Precautions when using the Affix the driving recommendation label to the dashboard where it can easily be seen by the driver; The kit should not be operated for more Put the kit away. than 15 consecutive minutes. Start driving immediately, and after 6 miles (10 kilometres) or 10 minutes of driving, stop to check the tyre pressure.
  • Page 207: Tool Kit

    TOOL KIT Wheelbrace 3 This is used to tighten or release the wheel bolts. End piece for special wheel bolt 4 (depending on vehicle) Towing hitch 5 Refer to the information on “Towing” in Section 5. Hubcap tool 6 or 7 This tool is used to remove the wheel Storage compartment 1 The tool kit A is located in the emer-...
  • Page 208 WHEEL TRIMS - WHEEL Hubcap (example hubcap 1) Central wheel hubcap (example: hubcap 4) Remove the wheel trim using hubcap tool 2 (located in the tool kit) by engag- To remove it, insert the hubcap tool 6 ing the hook in the opening near (located in the tool kit) into recess 5.
  • Page 209: Changing A Wheel

    CHANGING A WHEEL Turn it a few times to lift the wheel off the ground. Undo the bolts and take off the wheel. Fit the emergency spare wheel on the central hub and turn it to locate the mounting holes in the wheel and the hub.
  • Page 210: Tyres (Tyre Safety, Wheels, Use In Winter)

    If such incidents occur, have ommended by your RENAULT the condition of these parts checked Dealer. by a RENAULT Dealer.
  • Page 211: Tyre Pressures

    TYRES (continued) Tyre pressures Emergency spare wheel Pressures should be checked when the tyres are cold; ignore higher pressures Tyre pressures must be adhered to (re- Refer to the information on the which may be reached in hot weather member to check the emergency spare “Emergency spare wheel”...
  • Page 212 165/65 R15 tyres Only certain chains can be fitted If you wish to fit studded to tyres. Contact your RENAULT In all cases, we would recommend tyres, you must use special equip- Dealer. that you contact your RENAULT ment.
  • Page 213: Headlights (Changing Bulbs)

    HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs Dipped beam/main beam headlights Remove cover B or C. Unclip connector 1 or 4 from the bulb concerned. Release the spring. Remove bulb 2 or bulb 3. Bulb type: only use anti UV 55W bulbs to ensure the plastic glass on the head- lights is not damaged.
  • Page 214 HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs (continued) Front side light Remove cover B, then pull bulb hold- er 5 to access the bulb. Bulb type: W5W. The engine may be hot when carrying out opera- tions in close proximity. In The bulbs are under pres- addition, the engine cooling sure and can break when fan can come on at any moment.
  • Page 215 XENON HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs Front side light Remove cover B, then pull bulb hold- er 3 to access the bulb. Bulb type: W5W. Direction indicator lights Turn bulb holder C a quarter of a turn and take out the bulb. Bulb type: PY21 W.
  • Page 216 Contact your RENAULT Dealer. bodywork or mechanical components) Bulb type: H11. we advise you to have your bulbs 2 re- placed by your RENAULT Dealer. Any operation on (or modi- Bulb type: H7. fication to) the electrical system must be performed...
  • Page 217 REAR LIGHTS: changing bulbs 3 and 5 door versions Release the rear light assembly from 3 Side lights and stop lights outside the vehicle by pulling towards P21/5 W bulb. After opening the tailgate, remove the rear. bolts 1. 4 Direction indicator lights Unclip bulb holder 2 to access the PY21 bulb.
  • Page 218 REAR LIGHTS: changing bulbs (continued) Sport tourer Versions Release the rear light assembly from 3 Side lights and stop lights outside the vehicle by pulling towards P21/5 W bulb. After opening the tailgate, remove the rear. bolts 1. 4 Direction indicator lights Remove the clips 2 from the bulb holder P21W bulb.
  • Page 219 REAR LIGHTS: changing bulbs (continued) Rear fog lights 6 Third stop light 7 6 Rear fog light P21 W bulb. Unclip the light (using a flat-blade Consult an approved dealer. Note: the rear fog light is only on the screwdriver). driver’s side.
  • Page 220: Rear Lights (Changing Bulbs)

    REAR LIGHTS AND SIDE LIGHTS: changing bulbs (continued) Number plate lights 8 Side mounted indicator Sport tourer versions lights 9 Unclip light 8 by pressing the tab. 3 and 5 door versions Unclip the side mounted indicator light Remove the light cover to gain access Unclip light 8 by pressing the tab.
  • Page 221: Interior Lighting: Changing Bulbs

    INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing bulbs Courtesy light Door lights 2 Unclip the lens (using a flat-blade Unclip the light and remove the bulb screwdriver or similar). using a pen or a flat-blade screwdriver. Remove the bulb concerned. Bulb type: C5W. Bulb type 1: W5W. 5.23...
  • Page 222 INTERIOR LIGHTS: changing bulbs (continued) Luggage compartment light Press tab 4 to release the bulb holder and gain access to bulb 5. Unclip light 3 by pressing the tabs on Bulb type: C5W festoon type bulb. each side (using a flat-blade screw- driver or similar).
  • Page 223: Fuses

    FUSES In accordance with local legislation or as a precautionary measure: Obtain an emergency kit of spare bulbs and fuses from your RENAULT Dealer. CORRECT INCORRECT Fuse box 1 Remove the fuse using tweezers 2, lo- cated on the cover.
  • Page 224 Rear door locking/child ment. Climate control safety However, because they can be difficult to access, you are advised to have Manual air conditioning Electric windows your fuses replaced by a RENAULT Dealer. Æ Front cigar lighter Passenger compartment Ú ventilation ABS/ESP...
  • Page 225: Battery

    BATTERY: troubleshooting To avoid all risk of sparks: – Ensure that any consumers are switched off before disconnecting or reconnecting the battery. – When charging, stop the charger before connecting or disconnecting the battery. – Do not place metal objects on the battery as this could create a short circuit between the terminals.
  • Page 226 BATTERY: troubleshooting (continued) Depending on the battery, reposition block A in the runners and slide it until it is positioned between the two marks 1. Pull block A slightly to the right to clip it on pin E, press, and check that it locks properly.
  • Page 227: Connecting A Battery Charger

    BATTERY: troubleshooting (continued) Connecting a battery charger – When the exterior temperature drops If your vehicle is to be left stationary for (in winter), the charge decreases. a relatively long time, disconnect the The battery charger must be com- In winter, only use electrical equip- battery or have it recharged regularly, patible with a battery with nominal ment which is really necessary.
  • Page 228 BATTERY: troubleshooting (continued) Starting the vehicle using the Check that there is no contact between leads A and B and that the positive battery from another vehicle lead A is not touching any metal parts Proceed as follows when starting your on the vehicle supplying the current.
  • Page 229: Radio Frequency Remote Control: Battery

    RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: battery Remote controls A and B Note: It is not advisable to touch the electrical circuit in the key cover when Replacing the battery replacing the battery. Remove screw 1, open the case at slot 2 using a coin, and replace the bat- tery 3, observing the type and polarity shown on the back of the cover.
  • Page 230: Renault Card: Battery

    RENAULT CARD: BATTERY Replacing the battery The message “Change card battery” ap- pears on the instrument panel. Pull firmly on emergency key 2. Replace battery 1, observing the type and polarity shown on the emergency key. After the procedure, the “Change card battery”...
  • Page 231: Fitting A Radio

    Contact your RENAULT Dealer to find out the correct part number. – No work may be carried out on the vehicle’s electrical circuit, except by RENAULT network engineers: an incorrectly con- nected system may result in damage being caused to the electrical equipment and/or the components connected to it.
  • Page 232 ACCESSORIES Before fitting an electrical or electronic device (particu- larly for transmitters/receiv- ers: frequency bandwidth, power level, position of the aerial etc.), ensure that it is compatible with your vehicle. Contact an approved dealer for this information. Electrical and electronic accessories Use of transmission/ receiving devices...
  • Page 233: Windscreen Wiper Blades

    WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES To refit To refit the wiper blade, proceed in re- verse order to removal. Make sure that the blade is correctly locked in posi- tion. Clean your windscreen and your Replacing windscreen wiper Lower tab 3, by pressing on either rear screen regularly.
  • Page 234 WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES (continued) To refit To refit the wiper blade, proceed in re- verse order to removal. Make sure that the blade is correctly locked in posi- tion. Clean your windscreen and your rear screen regularly. Rear screen wiper blade 5 –...
  • Page 235: Towing

    TOWING: breakdown Access to towing points Remove cover 3 or 5. Screw in towing hitch 1 fully: as much as possible by hand at first, then finish by tightening it using the wheelbrace. Towing hitch 1 and the wheelbrace are located under the luggage compartment carpet in the tool kit (refer to the infor- mation on the “Tool kit”...
  • Page 236: Towing Procedure

    With the engine switched off: the transmission is no longer lubricated. It If it is locked, insert the RENAULT card is preferable to tow this type of vehi- into the reader and press the Start/Stop...
  • Page 237 TOWING: breakdown /ATTACHMENTS (continued) Towing a vehicle with a Quickshift gearbox If a gear is engaged: – with the ignition on, select neutral while depressing the brake pedal; – check that neutral is engaged (e.g. by pushing the vehicle); – switch off the ignition. The vehicle should always be towed with the ignition switched off.
  • Page 238: Operating Faults

    Dealer as soon as possible. Using the RENAULT card POSSIBLE CAUSES ACTION REQUIRED The RENAULT card does not unlock or Vehicle located in a high electromagnetic Use the emergency key (refer to the lock the doors. radiation zone.
  • Page 239 OPERATING FAULTS (continued) The starter is activated POSSIBLE CAUSES ACTION REQUIRED There is no response, the warning lights Discharged battery. Connect another battery to the faulty bat- fail to light up and the starter does not tery. turn. Battery unserviceable. Replace battery.
  • Page 240 Starting conditions are not fulfilled. Refer to the information on Starting and (vehicle with RENAULT card). stopping the engine in Section 2. The hands-free RENAULT card is not de- Move the card inside the passenger com- tected. partment. The RENAULT card does not work.
  • Page 241 OPERATING FAULTS (continued) On the road POSSIBLE CAUSES ACTION REQUIRED Abnormal white smoke from the ex- Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder head Stop the engine. haust. gasket. Consult an approved dealer. Vibrations. Tyres not inflated to correct pressures, Check the tyre pressures. If this is not the incorrectly balanced or damaged.
  • Page 242 OPERATING FAULTS (continued) On the road POSSIBLE CAUSES ACTION REQUIRED Smoke under the bonnet. Short circuit or cooling circuit leak. Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away from the vehicle and contact an approved Dealer. Coolant circuit fault. Consult an approved dealer. The oil pressure warning light comes on: –...
  • Page 243 OPERATING FAULTS (continued) On the road POSSIBLE CAUSES ACTION REQUIRED Steering wheel hard to turn: – assistance overheating, Leave to cool. – weak or dead battery. Recharge or replace the battery. The engine overheats. The coolant tem- Coolant pump: belt stretched or broken. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine perature warning light comes on (or the Engine cooling fan not working.
  • Page 244 OPERATING FAULTS (continued) Electrical equipment POSSIBLE CAUSES ACTION REQUIRED The wipers do not work. Wiper blades stuck. Free the blades before using the wipers. Broken windscreen wiper fuse. Consult an approved dealer. Blown rear screen wiper fuse (intermit- Replace it. tent, permanently stopped).
  • Page 245 OPERATING FAULTS (continued) Electrical equipment POSSIBLE CAUSES ACTION REQUIRED The headlights One only: – blown bulb, Replace the bulb. are not working. – disconnected wire or incorrectly-posi- Check and reconnect the wire or the con- tioned connector, nector. – faulty earth connection. See above.
  • Page 246 5.48...
  • Page 247: Technical Specifications

    Section 6: Technical specifications Vehicle identification plates ............Dimensions .
  • Page 248: Vehicle Identification Plates

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATES 7 8 9 The information shown on vehicle iden- 5 Maximum permissible all-up tification plate A should be quoted on all weight, rear axle correspondence or orders. 6 Technical specifications of the ve- hicle. Vehicle identification plate A 7 Vehicle paint reference.
  • Page 249 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATES (continued) The information on the engine plate or label C should be quoted on all your correspondence or orders. Engine plate or engine label C (Location varies depending on engine) 1 Engine type. 2 Engine suffix. 3 Engine number.
  • Page 250: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS (in metres) Saloon version 0.805 2.575 0.606 1.458 to 1.472 (1) 3.986 (1) Depending on vehicle and tyre size * unladen 1.495* 1.450 to 1.470 (1) 2.025...
  • Page 251 DIMENSIONS (in metres) (continued) Sport tourer versions 0.805 2.575 0.822 1.458 to 1.472 (1) 4.203 (1) Depending on vehicle and tyre size 1.497* * unladen 1.450 to 1.470 (1) 2.025...
  • Page 252: Engine Specifications

    Only use the spark plugs specified for your vehicle’s engine. The type should be marked on a label stuck inside the engine compart- ment. If it is not then contact your RENAULT Dealer. – Fitting spark plugs other than those specified may damage the engine.
  • Page 253: Towing Weight

    WEIGHTS (in kg) The weights indicated for a basic vehicle without options: they vary depending on the your vehicle’s equipment. Consult your approved Dealer. Maximum permissible all-up weight (MMAC) Weights are indicated on the vehicle identification plate (refer to Maximum permissible all-up weight (MMTA) the information on “Vehicle identification plates”...
  • Page 254 SPARE PARTS AND REPAIRS Original RENAULT parts are based on strict specifications and are regularly tested. Therefore, they are of at least the same level of quality as the parts fitted originally. If you always fit genuine RENAULT parts to your vehicle, you will ensure that it performs well. Furthermore, repairs carried out within the RENAULT Network using original parts are guaranteed according to the conditions set out on the reverse of the repair order.
  • Page 255: Alphabetical Index

    AlphABEtiCAl inDEx changing a bulb .............5.15 → 5.24 ABS ................ 2.21 – 2.22 changing a wheel............... 5.11 accessories................ 5.34 changing gear ............2.35 → 2.44 accessories - installation ........... 5.34 child restraint/seat ..........1.35 → 1.46 accessories socket ........... 3.26, 3.28 child safety..1.2 – 1.3, 1.11, 1.13 – 1.14, 1.31, 1.35 → 1.46,  additional methods of restraint .......... 1.34 2.5, 3.17 → 3.19 side protection ............. 1.33 child seats..............1.35 → 1.45 to the front seat belts ........1.28 → 1.31 children ....1.2 – 1.3, 1.7, 1.11, 1.13 – 1.14, 3.17 → 3.20...
  • Page 256 AlphABEtiCAl inDEx (continued) engine coolant ..............4.8 engine immobiliser............. 1.19 gear lever................2.12 engine oil ..............4.4 → 4.7 engine oil capacity ............... 4.7 handbrake................2.13 engine oil level ............4.4 → 4.7 hands-free telephone integrated control ......3.40 engine specifications ............6.6 hazard warning lights signal ..........1.78 engine start/stop button ..........2.3 → 2.8 headlight beam adjustment ..........
  • Page 257 ........ 1.81, 5.15, 5.17 functions ............3.29 – 3.30 number plate lights ............5.22 rear view mirrors ............. 1.76 – 1.77 reversing lights ............. 5.19 RENAULT card side lights ........1.79, 5.15 → 5.17, 5.19 battery ................5.32 lights-on warning buzzer........... 1.13, 1.82 use ........... 1.7 → 1.12, 2.5 → 2.8 locking the doors .............1.2 → 1.18 replacement parts ..............
  • Page 258 AlphABEtiCAl inDEx (continued) towing weights ..............6.7 seat belt pretensioners traction control: ASR ..........2.25 – 2.26 front seat belt ...........1.28 → 1.31 transporting children ..........1.35 → 1.46 seat belts ...............1.24 → 1.27 transporting objects signals and lights ...........1.78 → 1.84 in the luggage compartment ........3.35 speakers luggage net ............3.36 – 3.37 location ................
  • Page 260: For Your Safety

    4 SIMPLE ACTIONS* FOR YOUR SAFETY • Always fasten • Always secure children • Adjust the height of • Place heavy objects or your seat belt, using devices suitable the seat belt according luggage at the back of the – even for short journeys for their size and weight to your size.
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