Special Features Of Diesel Versions; Diesel Engine Speed; Running Out Of Fuel; Precautions To Be Taken In Winter - Renault MEGANE Vehicle User Manual

SPECIAL FEATURES OF DIESEL VERSIONS

Diesel engine speed

Diesel engines are fitted with an injec-
tion pump which prevents the engine
speed being exceeded irrespective of
the gear selected.
If the message "Check Anti- Pollution
System" is displayed along with warn-
Ä
©
ing lights and
authorised dealer immediately.
When driving, depending on the fuel
grade used, it is possible that white
smoke may be emitted.
This is due to the exhaust particle filter
being cleaned automatically, and does
not affect the way the vehicle runs.

Running out of fuel

After the tank has been filled follow-
ing a complete draining of fuel, the
fuel system must be reprimed: ➥ 1.116
before restarting the engine.
2.14
, consult an
Engine smoke opacity label
You will find 1 information on the A label
stuck inside the engine compartment.
1 Diesel exhaust emissions.
(1/2)
Precautions to be taken in
winter
A
To avoid any faults in icy weather:
– ensure that the battery is always fully
charged;
1
– always keep the diesel tank rela-
tively full to avoid water vapour con-
densing in it and accumulating at the
bottom of the tank.
as grass or leaves can come into
contact with the hot exhaust system.
Do not park the vehicle or
run the engine in locations
where combustible sub-
stances or materials such