Renault CLIO Driver's Handbook Manual page 243

OPERATING FAULTS
On the road
Steering wheel hard to turn:
The engine overheats. The coolant tem-
perature warning light comes on (or the
indicator needle is in the red area).
Radiator: If there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never be topped up using cold coolant while
the engine is very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling
system, it must be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved
by our Technical Department may be used for this purpose.
(continued)
POSSIBLE CAUSES
– assistance overheating,
– weak or dead battery.
Coolant pump: belt stretched or broken.
Engine cooling fan not working.
Coolant leaks.
ACTION REQUIRED
Leave to cool.
Recharge or replace the battery.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine
and contact an approved Dealer.
Check the condition of hoses and clips.
Check the coolant reservoir: it should
contain fluid. If it does not, top it up (once
it has cooled). Take care not to scald
yourself. This action is only temporary;
consult your approved Dealer as soon as
possible.
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