Page 1 TWINGO DRIVER’S HANDBOOK...
Page 2 Warning: to ensure the engine operates optimally, the use of a lubricant may be restricted to certain vehicles. Please ELF has developed a complete range of lubricants for RENAULT: refer to your maintenance document. engine oils manual and automatic gearbox oils Benefiting from the research applied to Formula 1, lubricants are very high-tech products.
Page 3: Driving
This handbook may also contain information about items of equipment to be introduced later in the model year. Throughout the manual, the “approved Dealer” is your RENAULT Dealer. Enjoy driving your new vehicle.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Sections Getting to know your vehicle ....... Driving ..............Your comfort ............Maintenance ............Practical advice ............ Technical specifications ........Alphabetical index ..........
Page 7 Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle Keys, Remote control: general information, use, deadlocking ......Doors .
Page 8 KEY/RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: general information (1/2) Key A Radio frequency remote control B 1 Coded key for ignition switch, doors and fuel filler cap. 2 Locking the doors and tailgate. Driver’s responsibility 3 Unlocking the doors and tailgate. Never leave your vehicle 4 Coded key for ignition switch, driv- with the card inside the er’s door and fuel filler cap.
Page 9 KEY/RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: general information (2/2) Radio frequency remote control operating range This varies according to the environ- ment. It is therefore important when handling the remote control to ensure Replacement and additional keys that you do not lock or unlock the ve- or remote controls.
Page 10: Locking The Doors
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: use Doors are locked and unlocked using remote control unit B. It is powered by a battery which must be replaced (refer to the information on the “Radio frequency remote control: batteries” in Section 5). Locking the doors Unlocking the doors Press locking button 1.
Page 11 DEADLOCKING To activate deadlocking Press button 1 twice in quick succes- sion. The hazard warning lights and side in- dicator lights flash five times to indicate that the doors have locked. Deadlocking of the doors/ tailgate (for some countries) This allows you to lock the doors and tailgate and to prevent the doors from being opened with the interior handles (by breaking the window and then trying...
Page 12 OpENING AND CLOsING ThE DOORs Lights-on warning buzzer If you have left the lights on after switch- ing off the ignition, a reminder buzzer will sound when the driver’s door or, de- pending on the vehicle, the front doors or tailgate are opened (to prevent dis- charge of the battery, etc.).
Page 13: Indicator Light
LOCKING/UNLOCKING ThE DOORs (1/3) Doors and tailgate status indicator light The indicator light on switch 1 informs you of the closure status of the doors and tailgate: – the indicator light is on when the doors/tailgate are locked; – the indicator light goes out when a door or the tailgate is open (or incor- rectly closed).
Page 14: Doors
LOCKING/UNLOCKING ThE DOORs (2/3) Electric central locking Locking/unlocking from the outside In some cases, the radio frequency remote control may not work: – if the vehicle is located in a zone of high electromagnetic radiation; – if appliances are operating on the same frequency as the remote con- trol (mobile phone, etc.);...
Page 15 LOCKING/UNLOCKING ThE DOORs (3/3) Press switch 1 for more than five sec- onds, then get out of the vehicle with the remote control with you and close the driver’s door. When the door is closed, all the doors and the tailgate will be locked. The vehicle can only be unlocked from the outside with the coded ignition key, for the front left-hand door.
Page 16: Automatic Locking When Driving
AUTOMATIC LOCKING WhEN DRIVING You can decide whether you want to The door can be unlocked: activate this function. – by opening a door when stationary. To activate Note: if a door is opened, it will auto- matically be locked again when the With the ignition on, press central vehicle reaches a speed of approxi- door locking button 1 for about 5 sec-...
Page 17: Headrests
FRONT hEADREsTs (1/2) Adjusting the headrest Fixed, non-adjustable (depending on the vehicle) headrest A To raise the headrest Press button 1 and lift the headrest to release it. To refit the headrest Insert the headrest rods into the holes (tilt the seatback backwards if neces- The headrest is a safety sary).
Page 18 FRONT hEADREsTs (2/2) To refit the headrest In case the adjustment of the rods has been modified, pull out the rods 3 as far as they will go (ensure they are aligned and clean). In case of difficulty, ensure the notches face forwards. Insert the headrest rods into the holes (tilt the seatback backwards if neces- sary).
Page 19: Front Seats
FRONT sEATs (1/2) Adjusting the height of the To move forwards or To tilt the seatback driver’s seat backwards Move handle 5 and tilt the seatback to the desired position. (depending on the vehicle) Move the lever 2 or handle 4 (passen- Move lever 3.
Page 20 FRONT sEATs (2/2) Access to the rear seats For safety reasons, carry out any adjustments when Move handle 4 or 6 (depending on the Check that no object or the vehicle is not being vehicle), move the seat back and slide person prevents the front driven.
Page 21: Seat Belts
sEAT BELTs (1/2) 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 22 sEAT BELTs (2/2) Unlocking If your seat belt becomes completely jammed: Press button 4 on buckle 5 and the seat – pull the belt slowly but firmly so that belt will be rewound by the inertia reel. just over 3 cm unwinds; Guide the buckle to help the operation.
Page 23: Rear Seat Belts
REAR sEAT BELTs Rear side seat belts Slowly unwind belt 1. Click buckle 2 into the catch 3. The belts are locked, unlocked and adjusted in the same way as the front belts. Check that the rear seat belts are positioned and op- Rear seat functions: erating correctly each time Refer to the information on the...
Page 24 sEAT BELTs The following information applies to the vehicle’s front and rear seat belts. – No modification may be made to the component parts of the originally fitted restraint system: belts, seats and their mountings. For special operations (e.g. fitting child seats), please contact an authorised dealer. –...
Page 25: Methods Of Restraint In Addition To The Front Seat Belts
METhODs OF REsTRAINT IN ADDITION TO ThE FRONT sEAT BELTs (1/4) These are: – Have the entire restraint – pretensioners; system checked following an accident. – force limiters; – No operation whatso- – air bags for driver and front pas- ever is permitted on any part of senger;...
Page 26 METhODs OF REsTRAINT IN ADDITION TO ThE FRONT sEAT BELTs (2/4) Force limiter Air bags for driver and front passenger Above a certain severity of impact, this mechanism is used to limit the force of Fitted to the driver and passenger side. the belt against the body so that it is at The presence of this equipment is in- an acceptable level.
Page 27 METhODs OF REsTRAINT IN ADDITION TO ThE FRONT sEAT BELTs (3/4) Operation Operating faults å The air bag system is only operational This warning light 2 will light up when the ignition is switched on. on the instrument panel when the igni- If a severe frontal impact occurs, the tion is switched on and then go out after air bag(s) deploy(s) rapidly, cushion-...
Page 28 METhODs OF REsTRAINT IN ADDITION TO ThE FRONT sEAT BELTs (4/4) All of the warnings below are given so that the air bag is not obstructed in any way when it is deployed and also to pre- vent the risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the air bag deploys. Warnings concerning the driver’s air bag –...
Page 29: Methods Of Restraint In Addition To The Rear Seat Belts
– To avoid incorrect triggering of the system which may cause injury, only qualified RENAULT Network personnel may work on the pretensioner and air bag system. 1.23...
Page 30: Side Protection Devices
sIDE pROTECTION DEVICEs side air bags These air bags may be fitted to the front seats and are deployed at the sides of the seats (door side) to protect the oc- cupants in the event of a severe side impact. A marking on the seat informs you of the presence of this device.
Page 31: 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). 1.25...
Page 32: Child Safety: General Information
ChILD sAFETY: General information (1/2) Carrying children Children, and adults, must be correctly seated and strapped in for all journeys. The children being carried in your vehi- cle are your responsibility. A child is not a miniature adult. Children are at risk of specific injuries as their muscles and bones have not yet fin- Driver’s responsibility ished growing.
Page 33 ChILD sAFETY: General information (2/2) Using a child seat Set a good example by always fas- The level of protection offered by the tening your seat belt and teaching child seat depends on its ability to re- your child: strain your child and on its installation. –...
Page 34: Choosing A Child Seat Mounting
ChILD sAFETY: choosing a child seat mounting Rear-facing child seats Forward-facing child seats Booster cushions A baby’s head is, proportionally, heavier The child’s head and abdomen need to From 15 kg or 4 years, the child can than that of an adult and its neck is very be protected as a priority.
Page 35 ChILD sAFETY: choosing a child seat mounting (1/3) Choosing the attachment Attachment using the ISOFIX Do not use the child seat system There are two ways of attaching child if it may unfasten the seat Authorised ISOFIX child seats are ap- seats: via the seat belt or using the belt restraining it: the base proved in accordance with regulation...
Page 36 ChILD sAFETY: choosing a child seat mounting (2/3) The two rings 1 are located between the seatback and the seat base of the The ISOFIX anchorage seat or bench seat and are identified by points have been exclu- a marking. sively designed for child To ensure your child seat can be easily seats with the ISOFIX...
Page 37 ChILD sAFETY: choosing a child seat mounting (3/3) The third ring is used to attach the upper strap on some child seats. Fit the hook of the strap onto ring 3 (for RIsK OF DEATh OR the rear seats) or 4 (for the front seats) sERIOUs INJURY: before and pull the strap.
Page 38: Fitting A Child Seat
ChILD sAFETY: fitting a child seat (1/4) 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 this seat differ in every coun- vehicle and will take up at least two...
Page 39 ChILD sAFETY: Fitting a child seat (2/4) ³ Check the status of the air bag before fitting a child seat or allowing a passenger to use the seat. Child seat attached using the IsOFIX mounting ü Seat which allows an ISOFIX child seat to be fitted.
Page 40 ChILD sAFETY: Fitting a child seat (3/4) The table below summarises the information already shown on the diagram on the previous page, to ensure the regula- tions in force are respected. Rear side seats Weight of seat size passenger front Type of child seat the child IsOFIX...
Page 41 ChILD sAFETY: Fitting a child seat (4/4) X = Seat not suitable for fitting child seats. U = Seat which allows a child seat with “Universal” approval to be installed using a seat belt; check that it can be fitted. IUF/IL = On equipped vehicles, seat which allows an approved “Universal”/“semi-universal”...
Page 42: Deactivating/Activating The Front Passenger Airbag
ChILD sAFETY: deactivating/activating the front passenger airbag (1/3) Deactivating the front To deactivate the restraint devices supplementary to the front passen- passenger airbags ger seat belt: switch off the ignition, press and turn lock 1 to the OFF posi- (on equipped vehicles) tion.
Page 43 ChILD sAFETY: deactivating/activating the front passenger airbag (2/3) The markings on the dashboard and labels A on each side of passenger sun blind 3 (example: label shown above) remind you of these instructions. DANGER Since front passenger airbag triggering and the position of a rear-facing child seat are incompatible, NEVER use a restraining device for rear-...
Page 44 ChILD sAFETY: deactivating/activating the front passenger airbag (3/3) Activating the front Operating faults passenger air bags If the front passenger air bag activa- You should reactivate the air bag as tion/deactivation system is faulty, child soon as you remove the child seat from seats must NOT be fitted to the front the front passenger seat to ensure the seat.
Page 45: Audible And Visual Signals
AUDIBLE AND VIsUAL sIGNALs Depending on the vehicle, the hazard warning lights may come on automati- cally under deliberate heavy decelera- tion. In this case, the hazard warning lights may be switched off by pressing switch 2 once. Direction indicators Move stalk 1 parallel to the steering wheel and in the direction you are going to turn it.
Page 46: Driving Position
DRIVING pOsITION, LEFT-hAND DRIVE (1/2) 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 27 26 25 24 1.40...
Page 47 DRIVING pOsITION, LEFT-hAND DRIVE (2/2) The equipment fitted, described below, DEpENDs ON ThE VERsION AND COUNTRY. 1 Side window demister outlet. 10 Instrument panel. 20 Accessories socket or cigar lighter and ashtray. 2 Side air vent. 11 Display: – clock and temperature; 21 Handbrake.
Page 48 DRIVING pOsITION, RIGhT-hAND DRIVE (1/2) 12 13 1.42...
Page 49 DRIVING pOsITION, RIGhT-hAND DRIVE (2/2) The equipment fitted, described below, DEpENDs ON ThE VERsION AND COUNTRY. 1 Side window demister outlet. 11 Rev counter. 20 Accessories socket or cigarette lighter and ashtray. 2 Side air vent. 12 Stalk for: – direction indicator lights; 21 Handbrake.
Page 50 INsTRUMENT pANEL: warning lights (1/4) The presence and operation of the warning lights DEpEND ON ThE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY. handbrake on and brake cir- Variable power-assisted cuit incident warning light steering warning light If it comes on during braking and is ac- This comes on when the ignition is û...
Page 51 INsTRUMENT pANEL: warning lights (2/4) The presence and operation of the warning lights DEpEND ON ThE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY. À Ä Oil pressure warning light Toxic Fume Filter system Warning Light This lights up when the ignition is For vehicles equipped with this option, switched on and goes out after a few the light comes on when the ignition is seconds.
Page 52 INsTRUMENT pANEL: warning lights (3/4) The presence and operation of the warning lights DEpEND ON ThE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY. Anti-lock braking warning Not used light This lights up when the ignition is ß switched on and goes out after a few Front seat belt reminder seconds.
Page 53 INsTRUMENT pANEL: warning lights (4/4) The presence and operation of the warning lights DEpEND ON ThE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY. Warning light side light tell-tale light © This lights up when the igni- tion is switched on and goes out after a Dipped beam headlight tell- few seconds.
Page 54 INsTRUMENT pANEL: displays and indicators Rev counter 1 (graduations x100) sequential gearbox display 3 Information display 5 (depending on vehicle) This indicates the gear engaged (de- Depending on the vehicle, it includes: pending on the vehicle). Refer to the in- –...
Page 55 TRIp COMpUTER (1/5) Display selection key 1 Instrument panel in miles Press button 2 multiple times to scroll It is possible to switch to km/h. through the following information (de- Press button 2 and switch on the igni- pending on the vehicle): tion.
Page 56 TRIp COMpUTER (2/5) The display of information shown below DEpENDs ON ThE VEhICLE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY. Examples of display selections Interpreting the display by repeatedly pressing button 2 Total mileage recorder. Trip mileage recorder. speed limiter or cruise control programmed speed. Refer to the information on the “Speed limiter”...
Page 57 TRIp COMpUTER (3/5) The display of information shown below DEpENDs ON ThE VEhICLE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY. Examples of display selections Interpreting the display by repeatedly pressing button 2 Average fuel consumption since the last reset. The value is displayed after having travelled at least 400 metres since the last reset.
Page 58 TRIp COMpUTER (4/5) The display of information shown below DEpENDs ON ThE VEhICLE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY. Examples of display selections Interpreting the display by repeatedly pressing button 2 Clock. Temperature. 1.52...
Page 59: Instrument Panel
TRIp COMpUTER (5/5) The display of information shown below DEpENDs ON ThE VEhICLE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY. Examples of display selections Interpreting the display selected by repeatedly pressing button 2 Mileage before service Distance remaining until the next oil change. There are several scenarios: –...
Page 60: Door Mirrors
REAR VIEW MIRRORs Door mirrors with electrical heated door mirrors Interior rear view mirror adjustment: (depending on vehicle) Its position can be adjusted. When driv- The door mirrors are de-iced when the ing at night, to avoid being dazzled by With the ignition on, position control 1 rear screen demisting/de-icing is active.
Page 61: Steering Wheel
sTEERING WhEEL Adjusting the steering wheel Depending on the vehicle, the steering wheel position is adjustable. Never leave the steering wheel on Hold the steering wheel with one hand, full lock when the vehicle is station- ary. lift lever 1 and position the steering wheel as desired.
Page 62: Clock And Exterior Temperature
CLOCK AND EXTERIOR TEMpERATURE Resetting the clock Vehicle with button 1: – Press button 1 for approximately three seconds; – when the hour flashes, press button 1 again to adjust it; – wait approximately three seconds, the minutes will flash, press button 1 to adjust them;...
Page 63 TIME AND EXTERIOR TEMpERATURE (continued) Resetting the clock External temperature indicator With the ignition on, press button: H for the hours; special note: M for the minutes. When the external temperature is be- Note: for vehicles which are not fitted tween –3°C and +3°C, the °C figures with buttons H and M, refer to the spe- flash (indicates risk of ice formation).
Page 64: Exterior Lighting And Signals
EXTERIOR LIGhTING AND sIGNALs (1/3) switching on the side Adjusting the brightness of lights the instrument panel lighting Turn the end of stalk 1 until the symbol Turn control 3 downwards to reduce the Before driving at night, is opposite mark 2. brightness and upwards to increase it.
Page 65 EXTERIOR LIGhTING AND sIGNALs (2/3) Main beam headlights Lights-on warning buzzer á When the dipped beam head- A warning buzzer will sound when the lights are lit, pull stalk 1 towards you driver’s door is opened and the lights (an indicator light on the instrument are left on after the ignition has been panel lights up).
Page 66: Front Fog Lights
EXTERIOR LIGhTING AND sIGNALs (3/3) Rear fog light switching off the lights Turn centre ring 4 on stalk A – stalk A: return the centre ring 4 to its or B, depending on vehicle, until the initial position. symbol faces mark 5. –...
Page 67: Electric Beam Height Adjustment
ELECTRIC BEAM hEIGhT ADJUsTMENT Examples of positions for adjusting control A according to the load All versions except Commercial vehicles commercial vehicles Driver only Driver alone or with front passenger On vehicles fitted with this function, Driver with one front control A allows you to adjust the height passenger and two rear –...
Page 68: Windscreen Wiper
WINDsCREEN WAsh/WIpE (1/2) Windscreen wiper special note When driving every time the vehi- With the ignition on, move cle stops, the wipers slow down, e.g. stalk 1: fast wiping speed is reduced to normal A park; wiping speed. B intermittent wiping: As soon as the vehicle moves off, The wipers will pause for sev- wiping will return to the speed originally...
Page 69: Windscreen Washer
WINDsCREEN WAsh/WIpE (2/2) In frosty weather, make sure that the wiper blades are not stuck by ice (risk of motor overheating). Keep an eye on the condition of the blades. Replace the wiper blades as soon as they begin to lose efficiency (approximately once a year).
Page 70: Special Note
REAR sCREEN WAsh/WIpE heated rear screen With the engine running, press button 2 (the integrated indicator on the button will come on). This function demists the rear screen and the electric door mirrors (if these are fitted to the vehicle). The demist function is stopped in two ways: –...
Page 71: Fuel Tank
FUEL TANK (1/2) Fuel grade Diesel version It is essential to use diesel fuel that Use a high grade fuel with the appro- conforms with the information given on priate octane rating as defined by the the label inside cover A. particular standards in force in your country.
Page 72 FUEL TANK (2/2) Filling with fuel petrol and diesel versions When the pump cuts out automatically petrol versions at the end of the filling procedure, a Using leaded petrol will damage the maximum of two further filling attempts antipollution system and may lead to a may be made, as there must be suffi- loss of warranty.
Page 73 Section 2: Driving (Advice on use relating to fuel economy and the environment) Running in - Ignition switch ............Starting, Stopping the engine .
Page 74: Running In/Ignition Switch
RUNNING IN/IGNItIoN SwItch Petrol version Ignition on position M Up to 600 miles (1,000 km), do not The ignition is switched on: exceed 78 mph (130 km/h) in top gear – petrol version: you can start the ve- or 3,000 to 3,500 rpm. hicle;...
Page 75: Starting/Stopping The Engine
StARtING/StoPPING the eNGINe É Starting the engine Diesel injection indicator light In very cold conditions (temperatures Turn the ignition key to the “Ignition below –20°C): so that it is easier to on” position and hold this position start the engine, switch on the ignition until the preheating indicator light for several seconds before starting the goes out.
Page 76 SPecIAl NoteS oN PetRol veRSIoNS The following operating conditions: If you notice any of the above operating faults, have the necessary repairs car- – driving for long periods when the low ried out as soon as possible by an ap- fuel level warning light is lit;...
Page 77: Special Features Of Diesel Versions
SPecIAl FeAtUReS oF DIeSel veRSIoNS Diesel engine speed Running out of fuel Diesel engines are fitted with injection If the tank has been completely equipment which prevents the engine drained, the system must be reprimed speed being exceeded irrespective of after the tank is refilled: see information the gear selected.
Page 78: Gear Lever/Power-Assisted Steering
GeAR leveR/PoweR-ASSISteD SteeRING vehicles with sequential gear- Power-assisted steering box: refer to the information on the Never drive with an inadequately “Quickshift gearbox” in Section 2. charged battery. variable power-assisted steering (depending on vehicle) It is equipped with a system which adapts the level of assistance to the ve- hicle speed.
Page 79: Handbrake
hANDBRAKe to apply: Pull upwards, check that the vehicle is properly immobilised. to release: Pull the lever up slightly, press button 1 and then lower the lever to the floor. The red warning light on the instrument panel will come on if you are driving with an incorrectly released handbrake.
Page 80: Engine Adjustments
ADvIce: antipollution, fuel economy and driving (1/3) Maintenance engine adjustments By virtue of its design, moderate fuel consumption and initial settings, your It is important to remember that failure to – ignition: this does not require ad- vehicle conforms to current antipol- respect antipollution regulations could justment.
Page 81 ADvIce: antipollution, fuel economy and driving (2/3) exhaust gas monitoring – Sporty driving uses a lot of fuel: drive with a light right foot. system – Brake as little as possible. If you an- The exhaust gas monitoring system will ticipate an obstacle or bend in ad- detect any operating faults in the vehi- vance, you may then simply release...
Page 82 ADvIce: antipollution, fuel economy and driving (3/3) – For vehicles fitted with air condi- tioning, it is normal to observe an increase in fuel consumption (es- pecially in city conditions) when it is used. For vehicles fitted with manual air conditioning, switch off the system when it is not required.
Page 83: Environment
eNvIRoNMeNt emissions Your vehicle has been designed with – At the end of the vehicle’s service respect for the environment in mind for life, it should be sent to approved Your vehicle has been designed to its entire service life: during production, centres to ensure that it is recycled.
Page 84: Driving Correction Devices
DRIvING coRRectIoN DevIce ABS (Anti-lock Braking operating faults: Depending on the vehicle, this is com- posed of: System) © – ABS (anti-lock braking system); – If indicator lights Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents – electronic stability program (eSP) light up on the instrument panel, the wheels from locking, allowing the with understeer control and trac- braking is still operational but...
Page 85: Electronic Stability Program
DRIvING coRRectIoN DevIce (continued) electronic stability program electronic Stability Program (eSP) traction control (ASR) (eSP) with understeer control This system helps you to keep control This system helps to limit wheelspin of and traction control (ASR) of the vehicle in critical driving condi- the drive wheels and to control the ve- tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip hicle when pulling away accelerating or...
Page 86 DRIvING coRRectIoN DevIce (continued) Special note on vehicles with a emergency brake assist Quickshift gearbox This is an additional system to ABS When driving on some roads with low which helps reduce vehicle stopping surface grip (grass, snow, mud, etc.), distances.
Page 87 cRUISe coNtRol - SPeeD lIMIteR: limiter function (1/3) controls Switching on The speed limiter function helps you  stay within the driving speed limit that Press switch 1 on the side showing 1 Main “On/Off” switch. you choose, known as the limit speed. Warning light 6 comes on and dashes 2 Limit speed activation, storage and appear on the instrument panel to in-...
Page 88 cRUISe coNtRol - SPeeD lIMIteR: limiter function (2/3) varying the limit speed limited speed cannot be maintained When driving down a steep gradient, You can vary the limit speed by press- the system is unable to maintain the ing switch 2 (+) repeatedly to increase limit speed: the memorised speed will the speed or switch 3 (-) to decrease it.
Page 89 cRUISe coNtRol - SPeeD lIMIteR: limiter function (3/3) Recalling the limit speed If a speed has been stored, it can be re- called by pressing switch 5 (R). Putting the function on Switching off the function standby The speed limiter function is deacti- vated if you press switch 1: in this case The speed limiter function is suspended ...
Page 90: Cruise Control - Speed Limiter: Cruise Control Function
cRUISe coNtRol - SPeeD lIMIteR: cruise control function (1/4) 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 91 cRUISe coNtRol - SPeeD lIMIteR: cruise control function (2/4) Switching on Activating cruise control Driving  At a steady speed (above 20 mph Once a cruising speed is stored and Press switch 1 on the side showing 30 km/h) press switch 2 (+) or 3 (-): the the cruise control function is active, Warning light 6 comes on and dashes function is activated, the current speed...
Page 92 cRUISe coNtRol - SPeeD lIMIteR: cruise control function (3/4) exceeding the cruising speed The cruising speed may be exceeded at any time by depressing the accelera- tor pedal. While it is being exceeded, the cruising speed flashes on the in- strument panel.
Page 93 cRUISe coNtRol - SPeeD lIMIteR: cruise control function (4/4) Returning to the cruising speed If a speed is stored, it can be recalled, once you are sure that the road condi- tions are suitable (traffic, road surface, weather conditions, etc.). With the ve- hicle speed above 20 mph (30 km/h), press switch 5 (R).
Page 94: Quickshift Gearbox
QUIcKShIFt GeARBoX (1/5) Selector lever 1 Gear shift pattern Display – This allows you to engage first gear, A/M to change mode (automatic/ 2 automatic mode to select reverse and neutral and to manual) change gear in manual mode. + to change up a gear 3 selected gear display –...
Page 95 QUIcKShIFt GeARBoX (2/5) operation Starting Switch on the ignition. The display shows N (neutral) and A (automatic mode). The display on the instrument panel Forwards gear switches on. If neutral (N) is displayed, start the engine but do not depress the –...
Page 96 QUIcKShIFt GeARBoX (3/5) Driving in automatic mode changing mode By pushing the lever forwards twice you can move up two gears at a time Each time the ignition is switched on, You can change mode at any time (unless this causes low engine speeds). automatic mode is selected by default by pushing the lever to the left.
Page 97 QUIcKShIFt GeARBoX (4/5) Parking Audible warning To park the vehicle with a gear en- If you hold the vehicle on a slope for gaged (on a slope, for example): before too long without applying the brakes or switching off the engine, check that a handbrake you will strain the system gear other than N is displayed on the and there is a risk that the clutch will...
Page 98 QUIcKShIFt GeARBoX (5/5) operating faults towing the vehicle Ò If the gearbox is stuck in a gear: When driving, if this warning light comes on together with – Switch on the ignition; © warning light , this indicates a – select neutral with the brake pedal system fault.
Page 99: Your Comfort
Section 3: Your comfort Air vents: air outlets ............. . Manual air conditioning .
Page 100: Air Vents: Air Outlets
AIR VENTS: air outlets (1/2) 4 centre air vents 1 side window demister outlet 5 control panel 2 left-hand side vent 6 right-hand side vent 3 windscreen demister outlets 7 front occupant footwell heater out- lets...
Page 101 AIR VENTS: air outlets (2/2) To remove bad odours from your ve- hicles, only use the systems designed for this purpose. Consult an approved Dealer. Side air vents Centre air vents Air flow Air flow Move wheel 2 fully. Move wheel 4 fully. ...
Page 102: Manual Air Conditioning
MANuAl AIR CoNDITIoNINg (1/3) Distribution of air in the passenger compartment Turn control A. Close the dashboard vents for more effective demisting. All the air is then directed to the wind- screen and front side window demister outlets. The air flow is distributed be- tween all the air vents, the front side window demisting vents, the windscreen demisting vents and the...
Page 103 MANuAl AIR CoNDITIoNINg (2/3) Adjusting the ventilation speed Turn control C from 0 to 4. The passenger compartment is ven- tilated by blown air. The blower deter- mines how much air enters but vehicle speed has a slight effect on this. The further the control is positioned to the right, the greater the amount of air blown into the passenger compartment.
Page 104 MANuAl AIR CoNDITIoNINg (3/3) Prolonged use of this position (iso- lation mode) may mist up the win- dows slightly or cause odours due to the air not being renewed. It is therefore advisable to return to normal operation (external air) by pressing control D when you have passed through the polluted area.
Page 105: Heating - Air Conditioning
hEATINg – AIR CoNDITIoNINg (1/2) Note: The air conditioning may be used in all conditions but does not operate when the external temperature is low. – Button E not activated (indicator integrated into the button not illu- minated). The air conditioning is not operating. The heating and ventilation controls are the same as a vehicle without air conditioning.
Page 106 hEATINg – AIR CoNDITIoNINg (2/2) If no cold air is produced Check that the controls are set correctly and that the fuses are sound. If they are not, switch off the heating and air con- ditioning system (indicator integrated into button E) and contact an approved dealer.
Page 107: Automatic Climate Control
AuToMATIC ClIMATE CoNTRol (1/9) 12 Heated rear screen with demisting function and heated door mirrors (depending on vehicle). 13 Heated rear screen warning light. 14 Air recirculation control. Information and advice on use: refer to the end of the paragraph on “Heating/ air conditioning”.
Page 108 AuToMATIC ClIMATE CoNTRol (2/9) – 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 109 AuToMATIC ClIMATE CoNTRol (3/9) Ambient temperature: (automatic mode) (continued) operation To reach and keep the chosen comfort level and to maintain good visibility, the system controls: – ventilation speed; – air distribution; The displayed temperature values show a comfort level. –...
Page 110 AuToMATIC ClIMATE CoNTRol (4/9) Adjusting automatic mode Automatic mode is the normal operat- ing mode of the system (AUTO indica- tor light lit on display 5) but you may alter the selections made by the system (air distribution, etc.). These options are explained on the following pages.
Page 111 AuToMATIC ClIMATE CoNTRol (5/9) ö The air flow is directed towards all the air vents and the pas- senger footwells. ó The air flow is directed mainly towards the footwells. õ Distribution of air in the All the air flow is directed to the demisting vents for the wind- passenger compartment screen and the side windows.
Page 112 AuToMATIC ClIMATE CoNTRol (6/9) 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 113 AuToMATIC ClIMATE CoNTRol (7/9) Rear screen de-icing/ To exit this function, press button 12 again. Demisting automatically stops demisting by default. With the engine running, press button 12, and operating tell-tale 13 comes on. This function permits rapid demisting/ de-icing of the rear screen and de-icing of the door mirrors (on equipped vehi- cles).
Page 114 AuToMATIC ClIMATE CoNTRol (8/9) 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 115: Air Recirculation Mode
AuToMATIC ClIMATE CoNTRol (9/9) Air recirculation mode Prolonged use of this position may lead to odours, caused by non-renewal of Pressing button 14 activates air recir- air, and the formation of condensation culation (the symbol lights up on the on the windows. display).
Page 116: Maintenance
AIR CoNDITIoNINg: information and advice on use Fuel consumption Maintenance It is normal to notice an increase Refer to the Maintenance Document in fuel consumption (especially in for your vehicle for the inspection towns) when the air conditioning is frequency. operating.
Page 117: Interior Lighting
INTERIoR lIghTINg luggage compartment light (depending on vehicle) It comes on when the tailgate or one of the doors is opened. Automatic operation of interior lighting (depending on the vehi- cle) Press switch 1 for: – if the doors are unlocked using –...
Page 118: Electric Windows
ElECTRIC WINDoWS With the ignition on: – Press the switch for the window concerned to lower it to the desired height; – lift the switch for the window con- cerned to raise it to the desired height. From the driver’s seat From the front passenger seat Operate the switches as follows:...
Page 119 MANuAl WINDoW WINDERS Driver’s responsibility Never leave your vehi- cle with the key inside and Manual window winder never leave a child (or a controls pet) unsupervised, even for a short while. The reason for this is that Turn handle 1. the child may endanger himself or others by starting the engine and activating equipment such as the...
Page 120: Sun Visor/Courtesy Mirrors/Windscreen
SuN VISoR/CouRTESy MIRRoRS/WINDSCREEN Front sun visor Courtesy mirrors 3 heat reflecting windscreen Lower sun visor 1. Depending on the vehicle, the sun This windscreen reflects the sun and visors are fitted with courtesy mirrors, limits the infrared rays entering the pas- these are concealed behind a cover 2.
Page 121: Electric Sunroof
ElECTRIC SuNRooF – Never operate the sunroof with the blind closed; – Never drive the vehicle with the sunroof open and the sun blind closed. This system functions with Tilting the sunroof Driver’s responsibility the ignition on – to open: open the sun blind then Never leave a child (or pet) turn knob 2 to position A;...
Page 122: Precautions During Use
(e.g. someone’s fingers, an ani- tion of the sunroof. mal’s paw or the branch of a tree, etc.), Consult your RENAULT Dealer for it stops and lowers by several centime- details of possible adaptations. tres.
Page 123 PASSENgER CoMPARTMENT SToRAgE/FITTINgS (1/3) Passenger side glove box 1 Dashboard storage Central storage compartment 3 compartment 4 To open, lift catch 2. The cover has storage for pens, tickets etc. You should avoid keeping liquids in this compartment (if a liquid leaks there is a risk of seepage).
Page 124 PASSENgER CoMPARTMENT SToRAgE/FITTINgS (2/3) Centre console storage Door storage compartments 6 Rear door storage compartment 5 compartments 7 This can be used for storing a mobile ashtray, drinks cans, etc. Nothing should be placed on the floor (area in front of driver) as such objects may slide under the pedal during braking manoeuvres, thus obstruct-...
Page 125 PASSENgER CoMPARTMENT SToRAgE/FITTINgS (3/3) Front seat storage pocket 8 Sun visor storage 9 grab handle 10 (depending on vehicle) Can be used to hold motorway toll tick- This offers support and can be held ets, maps, etc. when the vehicle is being driven. Do not use it for getting into or out of the vehicle.
Page 126: Cigar Lighter
AShTRAy/CIgAR lIghTER/ACCESSoRIES SoCkETS Accessories socket Depending on the vehicle, this is lo- cated in the cigar lighter socket 2. Ashtray To open, lift cover 1. To empty, pull the ashtray towards you and it will be re- leased from its housing. To use it: consult the instructions for the equipment which should be kept with the other vehicle documenta-...
Page 127: Rear Headrests
REAR hEADRESTS Position for use To refit the headrest Raise the headrest as far as possi- Insert the rods in the holes, press ble to use it in the high position. Press button A of the headrest and lower it button A of lock 1 and lower the head- (move the seat forwards if necessary).
Page 128 REAR SEATS: adjustment To adjust the angle of the seatback Pull lever 1. Adjust the angle of the seatback. The rear seats are separate seats. To move forwards or backwards Depending on the vehicle, lift lever 2 to unlock. When the seat is in the required posi- tion, release the lever and ensure that the seat is locked in place.
Page 129: Rear Seats: Functions
REAR SEATS: functions Tension wheels 4 located under each of the rear seats are used to keep the seats folded down. Unhook the tension wheel from ring 5 and hook it to the rods on the headrest in front. To return the seats Unhook retainer 4 from the headrest rods, and stow it by hooking it into ring 5.
Page 130: Rear Bench Seat: Functions
REAR BENCh SEAT: functions When moving the rear seats, ensure that nothing obstructs the anchorage points (passenger’s arm or leg, a pet, gravel, cloth, toys, etc.). When refitting the seat- back, make sure it is cor- rectly locked in place. If seat covers are fitted, make sure these do not prevent the seatback latch from locking in.
Page 131: Luggage Compartment
luggAgE CoMPARTMENT To close The tailgate is locked and unlocked at the same time as the doors. Pull down the tailgate using handle 2 inside the tailgate to assist you. To open Once you have lowered the tailgate, Press button 1 and lift the tailgate. release handle 2 and finish closing the tailgate by pressing down on the tail- gate from the outside.
Page 132: Rear Parcel Shelf
REAR PARCEl ShElF (1/2) Version with bench seat Version with seats Lift parcel shelf 2. To refit it, proceed in reverse order to To remove, unhook the two straps 1. To remove (bulky loads): removal. – Unhook both straps 3; –...
Page 133: Transporting Objects
REAR PARCEl ShElF (2/2) Transporting objects Objects loaded must not protrude beyond area 7 (refer to the information on “Transporting objects in the luggage compartment” in Section 3). If they do, it is essential to remove the Rear seats moved back parcel shelf.
Page 134 luggAgE CoMPARTMENT CoVER: utility versions The luggage cover consists of three – The luggage cover is removed. rigid sections. To remove it, in the semi-folded po- It can be used in one of three ways: sition, lift the luggage compartment cover, holding it at either end.
Page 135: Transporting Objects In The Luggage Compartment
TRANSPoRTINg oBJECTS IN ThE luggAgE CoMPARTMENT locations for anchorage points (depending on the vehicle) These are for securing items trans- ported in the luggage compart- ment (refer to the information on “Transporting objects in the luggage compartment”). Always place the objects to be trans- ported so that their largest side rests against the back of the rear bench seat, for normal loads (Example A), or...
Page 136 ToWINg: towing equipment A = 600 mm. Permissible nose weight, maxi- mum permissible towing weight braked and unbraked: Refer to the information on “Weights” in Section 6. Refer to the manufacturer’s instruc- If the towbar ball obscures the reg- tions for information on how to fit istration plate or the rear lights, it and operate the towing equipment.
Page 137: Roof Bars
RooF BARS When fitting roof bars, at the front of the vehicle, replace the blanking bolts with the mounting bolts supplied with the roof bars. Behind seal 3, position the roof bars in the reinforced area 4 pro- vided. Accessing the mounting points Open the doors.
Page 138: Multimedia Equipment
MulTIMEDIA EquIPMENT hands-free telephone The presence and location of this equipment depends on the vehicle’s integrated control multimedia equipment. On equipped vehicles, use micro- 1 Radio; phone 3 and steering column control 2. 2 Steering column control; 3 Microphone. using the telephone We remind you of the need to conform to the legislation To use this equipment, consult the...
Page 139 Section 4: Maintenance Bonnet ............... . Engine oil level: .
Page 140: Bonnet
BONNET (1/2) Unlocking the bonnet catch To open the bonnet, pull handle 1. To open, push tab 2 to the left as you open the bonnet. When working in the engine The engine may be hot compartment, ensure that when carrying out opera- the windscreen wiper stalk tions in close proximity.
Page 141: Opening The Bonnet
BONNET (2/2) Closing the bonnet Before closing the bonnet, check to 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 20 cm above the closed position, then release.
Page 142: Engine Oil Level
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: general information It is normal for an engine to use oil for lubrication and cooling of moving parts and it is normal to top up the level be- tween oil changes. Exceeding the maximum engine oil level However, contact an approved dealer if more than 0.5 litres is being consumed The oil level should only be read with...
Page 143: Topping Up/Filling
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up/filling (1/2) Special features of 1.2 16V – Unscrew cap 1; – top up the level (as a guide, the ca- engines pacity between the minimum and To unclip the dipstick, lever it by hand maximum reading on dipstick 2 is while pressing engine cover A.
Page 144: Engine Oil Change
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up/filling ENGINE OIL ChANGE (2/2) Oil change Filling: take care when Service interval: refer 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 (in- as there is a risk of fire if oil splashes cluding oil filter for information).
Page 145: Levels
LEVELS (1/3) Topping up Level It is normal for the level to drop as the After any operation on the hydraulic cir- brake shoes become worn, but it must cuit, a specialist must replace the fluid. never drop lower than the “MIN” warn- Only use fluids approved by our ing line on the reservoir 1.
Page 146: Coolant Level
LEVELS (2/3) Replacement intervals Checking intervals Refer to the Maintenance Document for Check the coolant level regularly your vehicle. (very severe damage is likely to be caused to the engine if it runs out of coolant). If the level needs to be topped up, only use products approved by our Technical Department which ensure: –...
Page 147: Windscreen Washer Reservoir
LEVELS /FILTERS (3/3) Jets Filters To adjust the angle of the jets, pivot the The replacement of filter elements (air little ball using a pin. filter, passenger compartment filter, diesel filter, etc.) is scheduled in the maintenance operations for your vehi- cle.
Page 148: Tyre Pressure
TyRE pRESSURE (1/2) F: tyre pressures for the rear wheels (motorway). G: tyre pressure for the emergency spare wheel. H: dimensions of the emergency spare wheel tyre. Label A C: tyre pressures for the front wheels (non-motorway). Open the driver’s door to read it. D: tyre pressures for the rear wheels Tyre pressures should be checked (non-motorway).
Page 149 TyRE pRESSURE (2/2) Tyre safety and use of snow chains Refer to the information on “Tyres” in Section 5 for the servicing con- ditions and, depending on the ver- sion, the use of chains. Special note When they need to be re- For vehicles used fully laden placed, only tyres of the (maximum...
Page 150: Battery
BATTERy Battery Battery access: Label B Observe the indications on the battery: Depending on the vehicle, this is lo- Depending on the vehicle, unclip – 2 Naked flames and smoking are for- cated underneath cover 1. cover A. bidden; – 3 eye protection required; Replacing the battery Handle the battery with care –...
Page 151: Bodywork Maintenance
BODyWORk MAINTENANCE (1/2) What you should not do you should A well-maintained vehicle will last longer. It is therefore recommended to Do not degrease or clean mechani- Wash your car frequently, with the maintain the exterior of the vehicle reg- cal components (e.g.
Page 152 BODyWORk MAINTENANCE (2/2) Vehicles with a matte paint Using a roller type car wash Respect local regulations about wash- ing vehicles (e.g. do not wash your ve- finish Return the windscreen wiper stalk to hicle on a public highway). the Park position (refer to the informa- This type of paint requires certain pre- Observe the vehicle stopping distances tion on the “Windscreen washer, wiper”...
Page 153: Interior Trim Maintenance
INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE (1/2) Seat belts Special instructions for sweets or A well-maintained vehicle will have a longer service life. It is therefore ad- chewing gum These must be kept clean. visable to maintain the vehicle interior Put an ice cube on the stain to solidify regularly.
Page 154 INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE (2/2) Removing/refitting factory What you should not do fitted removable equipment You are strongly advised not to place in the vehicle items such as air fresheners, perfume etc. near the air vents as these could If you need to remove equipment to damage the dashboard fittings.
Page 155: Practical Advice
Section 5: Practical advice Puncture ..............Tyre inflation kit .
Page 156: Puncture
Puncture Vehicles fitted with an emergency spare wheel smaller than the four other wheels: – Never fit more than one emer- gency spare wheel to the same vehicle. – Replace the emergency spare wheel as soon as possible with a wheel with the same dimensions as the original.
Page 157 tYre PreSSure KIt (1/3) Do not attempt to use the The kit is only approved for inflation kit if the tyre has inflating the tyres of the ve- been damaged as a result hicle originally equipped of driving with a puncture. with the kit.
Page 158 tYre PreSSure KIt (2/3) With the engine running and the – after a maximum of 15 minutes, stop parking brake applied, inflating and read the pressure (on pressure gauge 5). – unroll the hose from the container; note: while the container is empty- –...
Page 159 tYre PreSSure KIt (3/3) 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. –...
Page 160: Tool Kit
tOOL KIt Hubcap tool 5 or 6 This tool is used to remove the wheel trims. Jack 3 Remove jack 3. When replacing the jack, fold it cor- rectly and position the wheelbrace cor- rectly before replacing it in its position. Storage compartments 2 Tool kit 3 is located in the emergency spare wheel.
Page 161: Wheel Trim - Wheel Rims
WHeeL trIM - WHeeLS Wheel trim (example: wheel central wheel trim (example: trim 1) wheel trim 4) Remove the wheel trim using hubcap Remove the wheel trim using hubcap tool 3 (stored in the tool kit) by engag- tool 5 (located in the tool kit) inserting ing the hook in the opening for valve 2.
Page 162: Changing A Wheel
cHAngIng A WHeeL (1/2) Start extending jack 2 by hand, turning the handle. Position the head correctly under vertical sill seam 3 nearest to the wheel concerned and marked by an oblong hole. Continue turning the handle to position the baseplate of the jack on the ground correctly.
Page 163 cHAngIng A WHeeL (2/2) Fit the emergency spare wheel on the central hub and turn it to locate the mounting holes in the wheel and the hub. If bolts are supplied with the emergency spare wheel, only use these bolts for the emergency spare wheel.
Page 164: Tyres (Tyre And Wheel Safety, Use In Winter)
tYreS (1/3) tyre and wheel safety When the tyre tread has been worn to the level of the warning strips, they The tyres are the only contact between become visible 2: it is then neces- the vehicle and the road, so it is essen- sary to replace your tyres because the tial to keep them in good condition.
Page 165: Tyre Pressures
tYreS (2/3) tyre pressures Fitting new tyres Pressures should be checked when the tyres are cold; ignore higher pressures Tyre pressures must be adhered to (in- which may be reached in hot weather cluding the emergency spare wheel). or following a fast journey. For safety reasons, this op- Pressures must be checked at least If tyre pressures cannot be checked...
Page 166: Use In Winter
tYreS (3/3) use in winter – Snow or winter tyres We would recommend that these be – chains fitted to all four wheels to ensure For safety reasons, fitting snow that your vehicle retains maximum chains to the rear axle is strictly adhesion.
Page 167: Windscreen Wiper Blades
WInDScreen WIPer BLADeS replacing rear screen wiper blade 6 – Lift wiper arm 5; – pivot the blade until some resistance is met; – remove the blade by pulling it. refitting a front or rear wiper blade To refit the wiper blade, proceed in re- verse order to removal.
Page 168: Front Headlights: Changing Bulbs
FrOnt HeADLIgHtS: changing bulbs (1/2) Main beam headlights, The following bulbs can be replaced. However, we would advise you to have dipped beam headlights them replaced by an authorised dealer – remove bulb holder 1 from its hous- if it proves difficult. ing without pulling on the cable;...
Page 169 FrOnt HeADLIgHtS: changing bulbs (2/2) Direction indicator lights To return it, proceed in the reverse order to removal. changing a bulb When the bulb has been changed, – unclip cover 3 and remove it; make sure you refit the cover 3 cor- rectly.
Page 170: Fog Lights, Front Side Lights
FOg LIgHtS, FrOnt SIDe LIgHtS: changing bulbs Front fog lights 1 and front Turn light trim 3 anticlockwise and Release the light 5. remove it. side lights 2 Turn one of the bulb holders 7 anti- Unscrew the two screws 4 (using a flat- clockwise and change the bulbs 6 or 8.
Page 171 reAr LIgHtS: changing bulbs (1/4) rear side lights and stop Unclip the bulb holder using tabs 2. 3 Side lights and brake lights Pear shaped, bayonet type P 21/5 V light, indicator lights and fog bulb with two filaments. lights 4 Indicator Note the correct positioning of the Orange pear-shaped, bayonet type...
Page 172: Reversing Lights
reAr LIgHtS: changing bulbs (2/4) reversing lights 6 Unclip covers 7 and remove them. Turn bulb holder 8 fully anticlockwise and change the bulb 9. Lift the boot lid. To reassemble, proceed in the reverse order to removal. When the bulb has been changed, make sure you refit the cover 7 cor- rectly.
Page 173 reAr LIgHtS: changing bulbs (3/4) High-level brake light To return it, proceed in the reverse order to removal. – Remove the blanking covers 10 Check the tabs are correctly locked in inside the tailgate. position. – Press the tabs (using a flat-blade Bulb type: W16W.
Page 174: Number Plate Lights
reAr LIgHtS: changing bulbs (4/4) number plate lights Disconnect the light, then remove the cover to access bulb 14. Unclip the light by pressing tab 13 Bulb type: W5W. (using a flat-blade screwdriver or simi- lar). The bulbs are under pres- sure and can break when replaced.
Page 175 InDIcAtOr LIgHtS: changing bulbs Unclip indicator light 1 (using a flatb- Turn bulb holder 2 a quarter of a turn lade screwdriver or similar) with care. and take out the bulb. Bulb type: WY 5 W. The bulbs are under pres- sure and can break when replaced.
Page 176: Courtesy Light
InterIOr LIgHtS: changing bulbs (1/2) courtesy light Remove bulb 3 or depending on the ve- hicle, bulbs 3 and 4. Unclip (using a flat-blade screwdriver or Bulb type: W5W similar 1) the transparent cover 2 in the direction shown. The bulbs are under pres- sure and can break when replaced.
Page 177 InterIOr LIgHtS: changing bulbs (2/2) Luggage compartment light 5 Press tab 6 to release the lens and access bulb 7. Unclip light 5 by pressing the tabs on Bulb type: W5W. each side (using a flat-blade screw- driver or similar). Disconnect the light.
Page 178: Connecting A Battery Charger
BAtterY: troubleshooting to avoid all risk of sparks: Only a fully charged and well-main- When many accessories are fitted to tained battery will have a long and the vehicle, have them connected to – Ensure that any consumers are useful service life and enable you to the + after ignition feed.
Page 179 BAtterY: troubleshooting (continued) Starting the vehicle using the Check that there is no con- battery from another vehicle tact between leads A and B and that the positive lead A Proceed as follows when starting your is not touching any metal vehicle from another vehicle’s battery: parts on the vehicle supplying the Obtain suitable jump leads (large) from...
Page 180: Replacing The Battery
rADIO FreQuencY reMOte cOntrOL: BAtterIeS replacing the battery note: It is not advisable to touch the electronic circuit in the key cover when Remove screw 1, open the case at replacing the battery. slot 2 using a coin, and replace bat- tery 3 using a flat-blade screwdriver or similar observing the polarity shown on the back of the cover.
Page 181: Fuse Box
FuSeS (1/3) Fuse box clip 3 If electrical equipment does not work, Remove the fuse using tweezers 3, lo- check the condition of the fuses. cated on the back of cover 1 or in glove box 2. Depending on the vehicle, open cover 1 to the left of the steering wheel or glove- To remove the fuse from the tweezers, box 2.
Page 182: Interior Lighting
FuSeS (2/3) Allocation of fuses (the presence of fuses DEPENDS ON THE EQUIPMENT LEVEL OF THE VEHICLE) numbers Allocation numbers Allocation numbers Allocation Direction indicator Main beam headlights/ Windscreen wipers/ lights/Diagnostic Horn. 1 and 2 Rev counter. socket. Main beam headlights. Power supply/ Power-assisted Instrument panel.
Page 183: Fuses
FuSeS (3/3) Allocation of fuses (the presence of fuses DEPENDS ON THE EQUIPMENT LEVEL OF THE VEHICLE) numbers Allocation numbers Allocation Left-hand main Right-hand side beam headlight and light/Passenger instrument panel compartment indicator light. instrument lighting Right-hand dipped Left-hand side light. beam headlight.
Page 184: Towing: Breakdown
1. which you are driving: do not exceed the towing weight for your vehicle. Contact your RENAULT Dealer. When engine Do not leave the tools unse- stopped, steering and brak-...
Page 185 tOWIng: breakdown (continued) – Use a rigid towing bar. If a rope or cable is used (where the law allows this), the vehicle being towed must be able to brake. – A vehicle must not be towed if it is not fit to be driven.
Page 186 FIttIng tHe rADIO radio location 1 tweeter speakers Front door speakers 3 (depending on vehicle) (depending on vehicle) Unclip and remove the cover. The aerial (depending on vehicle), + and – supply Using a flat-blade screwdriver or simi- Consult an approved dealer. connectors and left-hand and righthand lar, unclip grille 2 to access the speaker speaker wires are fixed to the rear face...
Page 187 FIttIng tHe rADIO (continued) Speakers in rear panels 4 Location of aerial 5 (depending on vehicle) (depending on vehicle) Consult an approved dealer. Consult an approved dealer. – In all cases, it is very important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully. –...
Page 188: Accessories
AcceSSOrIeS electrical and electronic accessories Before installing this type of accessory, make sure it is compatible with your vehicle. You can get advice from an au- thorised dealer. Connect accessories with a maximum power of 120 watts only. Fire hazard. No work may be carried out on the vehicle’s electrical or radio circuits, except by authorised dealers: an incorrectly connected system may result in damage being caused to the electrical equipment and/or the components connected to it.
Page 189: Operating Faults
OPerAtIng FAuLtS (1/5) the following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repairs. For safety reasons you should always contact a renAuLt Dealer as soon as possible. the starter is activated POSSIBLe cAuSeS WHAt tO DO The indicator lights fail to light up and...
Page 190 OPerAtIng FAuLtS (2/5) On the road POSSIBLe cAuSeS WHAt tO DO Coolant boiling in the coolant reser- Mechanical fault: cylinder head Stop the engine. voir. gasket damaged, faulty coolant Contact an approved Dealer. pump. Smoke under the bonnet. Short circuit or cooling system leak. Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away from the vehicle and contact an approved Dealer.
Page 191 OPerAtIng FAuLtS (3/5) On the road POSSIBLe cAuSeS WHAt tO DO Vibrations Tyres not inflated to correct pres- Check the tyre pressures: if this is not the sures, incorrectly balanced or dam- problem, have them checked by an ap- aged. proved dealer.
Page 192 OPerAtIng FAuLtS (4/5) electrical equipment POSSIBLe cAuSeS WHAt tO DO The wipers do not work. Wiper blades stuck. Free the blades before using the wipers. Faulty electrical circuit. Consult an approved Dealer. The wiper does not stop. Faulty electrical controls. Consult an approved Dealer.
Page 193 OPerAtIng FAuLtS (5/5) electrical equipment POSSIBLe cAuSeS WHAt tO DO The sunroof does not open/close. Sunroof opening conditions not ful- Apply the opening conditions (refer to the filled. information on the “Electric sunroof” in Section 3). Roof fault. Leave the sunroof closed or close it using the methods described in “Electric sunroof: Electrical fault (discharged battery, Operating fault”...
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Page 195: Technical Specifications
Section 6: Technical specifications Vehicle identification plates ............Engine specifications .
Page 196: Vehicle Identification Plates
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATES (1/2) The information shown on the ve- 4 MAM (Maximum Authorised Mass) hicle identification plate should be for front axle. quoted on all correspondence or 5 GTW (Gross train weight: vehicle orders. fully loaded, with trailer). 6 MPAW (Maximim Permissible The presence and location of the in- Weight) for front axle.
Page 197 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATES (2/2) Quote the details given on engine plate C on all communication or orders. C - Engine plate or engine label (location varies depending on engine) 1 Engine type 2 Engine suffix 3 Engine number...
Page 198: 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 compartment. If it is not then contact your RENAULT Dealer. Fitting spark plugs which are not to specification may damage the engine.
Page 199: Dimensions
DIMENSIONS (in metres) 1.400 / 1.414 0.553 0.767 2.367 1.949 3.687 1.470 (1) 1.386 / 1.400 (1) unladen...
Page 200: Weights
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 201: Replacement Parts And Repairs
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND REPAIRS Original parts are based on strict specifications and are subject to highly-specialised tests. Therefore, they are of at least the same level of quality as the parts fitted originally. If you always fit genuine replacement parts to your vehicle, you will ensure that it performs well. Furthermore, repairs carried out within the manufacturer’s Network using original parts are guaranteed according to the conditions set out on the reverse of the repair order.
Page 202: Service Sheets
SERVICE SHEETS VIN: .................. Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □ *See specific page Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □...
Page 203 SERVICE SHEETS (continued) VIN: .................. Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □ *See specific page Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □...
Page 204 SERVICE SHEETS (continued) VIN: .................. Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □ *See specific page Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □...
Page 205 SERVICE SHEETS (continued) VIN: .................. Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □ *See specific page Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □...
Page 206 SERVICE SHEETS (continued) VIN: .................. Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □ *See specific page Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □...
Page 207 SERVICE SHEETS (continued) VIN: .................. Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □ *See specific page Date: Miles (km): Invoice number: Comments/miscellaneous Type of operation: Stamp Service □ ........ □ Anticorrosion check: OK □ Not OK* □...
Page 208: Anticorrosion Check
ANTICORROSION CHECk If the continuation of the warranty is subject to repair, it is indicated below. VIN: ............Stamp Corrosion repair operation to be carried out: Date of repair: Repair to be carried out: Stamp Date of repair: Repair to be carried out: Stamp Date of repair: 6.14...
Page 209 ANTICORROSION CHECk (continued) If the continuation of the warranty is subject to repair, it is indicated below. VIN: ............Stamp Corrosion repair operation to be carried out: Date of repair: Repair to be carried out: Stamp Date of repair: Repair to be carried out: Stamp Date of repair: 6.15...
Page 210 ANTICORROSION CHECk (continued) If the continuation of the warranty is subject to repair, it is indicated below. VIN: ............Stamp Corrosion repair operation to be carried out: Date of repair: Repair to be carried out: Stamp Date of repair: Repair to be carried out: Stamp Date of repair: 6.16...
Page 211 ANTICORROSION CHECk (continued) If the continuation of the warranty is subject to repair, it is indicated below. VIN: ............Stamp Corrosion repair operation to be carried out: Date of repair: Repair to be carried out: Stamp Date of repair: Repair to be carried out: Stamp Date of repair: 6.17...
Page 212 ANTICORROSION CHECk (continued) If the continuation of the warranty is subject to repair, it is indicated below. VIN: ............Stamp Corrosion repair operation to be carried out: Date of repair: Repair to be carried out: Stamp Date of repair: Repair to be carried out: Stamp Date of repair: 6.18...
Page 213: Alphabetical Index
AlphAbeticAl index (1/5) changing a wheel............5.8 – 5.9 ABS ...............2.12 → 2.14 changing gear ..............2.6 accessories................ 5.34 child restraint/seat ......1.26 – 1.27, 1.29 → 1.35 accessories socket ............3.28 child safety........1.2, 1.26 – 1.27, 1.29 → 1.35 additional methods of restraint .......... 1.25 child seats..........1.26 – 1.27, 1.29 → 1.35 to the front seat belts ........1.19 → 1.22 children ..............
Page 214 AlphAbeticAl index (2/5) engine immobiliser (switch) ..........2.2 engine oil ..............4.4 → 4.9 handbrake................2.7 engine oil capacity .............4.4 → 4.6 hands-free telephone integrated control ......3.40 engine oil level ............4.4, 4.7 → 4.9 hazard warning lights signal ..........1.39 engine specifications ............6.4 headlight beam adjustment ..........1.61 environment ...............
Page 215 ........1.2 → 1.4 multimedia equipment ............3.40 remote control electric door locking batteries ............... 5.26 navigation ................3.40 RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE (RAID) ....1.10 navigation system .............. 3.40 replacement parts ..............6.7 reverse gear selecting ................. 2.6 oil change ................
Page 216 AlphAbeticAl index (4/5) roof rack towing .................. 6.6 roof bars ............... 3.39 breakdown ............5.30 – 5.31 running in ................2.2 towing equipment ........3.38, 5.30 – 5.31 towing a caravan ..........5.30 – 5.31, 6.6 towing hitch............5.6, 5.30 – 5.31 screen wash/wipe ........... 1.62 – 1.63 towing rings ............... 3.37 seat belt pretensioners ..........1.19 → 1.24 towing weights ..............
Page 217 AlphAbeticAl index (5/5) wiper blades ..............5.13 wipers ................1.64...
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