Renault Clio Manual page 76

SPECIAL POINTS - PETROL VERSIONS
The following operating conditions
may cause the catalytic converter to
overheat and thus
efficiency or even destroy it and
cause heat damage to the vehicle:
• Driving for a long time with the
low fuel level warning light
illuminated;
• Faulty ignition, running out of
fuel or spark plug disconnected
occurring as engine misfiring and
snatches when driving;
• Using leaded petrol;
• Using lubrication additives or
fuel which is not approved by
Renault;
• Loss of power;
• The fitting of non-recognised
security systems which have been
integrated into the fuel injection
system for immobilisation
purposes;
Bump starting the vehicle, as
unburnt petrol in the system, may
affect the catalyst if the car does not
start quickly. However,
starting with jump leads across the
battery is permissible;
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If you note any of the above faults,
have the necessary repairs carried
reduce its out as soon as possible by your
Renault Dealer.
These faults may be avoided by
taking your vehicle regularly to
your Renault Dealer at the intervals
specified in your "Warranty and
Servicing" booklet.
Starting problems
To avoid damaging the catalytic
converter, do not keep trying to start
the engine (using the starter, or by
pushing or pulling the vehicle)
without
corrected the cause of the fault.
If the fault cannot be found, do not
try to start the engine again, but call
for the assistance of a Renault
Dealer.
jump
having identified and
Never park the vehicle or
run the engine in locations
where combustible
substances or
such as grass or leaves may come
into contact with a hot exhaust
system.
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