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ON-BOARD COMPUTER
1Display
2General reset and trip mileage
recorder reset button
To reset the trip mileage recorder,
the display must show the “trip
mileometer” function.
Automatic reset
Automatic resetting will occur
when the maximum of any of the
memories is exceeded.3Display selection button
Keep pressing button3to show the
following information in sequence:
a) total mileage recorder,
b) trip mileage recorder,
c) fuel used,
d) average consumption,
e) current consumption,
f) estimated range,
g) distance covered,
h) average speed.
Refer to the table on the next page
for examples of the displays.
Display flashing
If the display flashes, consult a
Renault Dealer.
Interpretation of certain values
displayed after resetting:
The values for average
consumption, range and average
speed become more stable and
more significant the further the
vehicle is driven after the last reset.In the first few miles after resetting,
you may notice:
• that the range increases as you
drive. This is normal as the average
consumption may reduce when:
- the vehicle is no longer
accelerating,
- the engine reaches normal
operating temperature (reset
when engine was cold),
- you drive from a built up area to
the open road.
If average consumption is
decreased, the expected range
will therefore increase.
• average consumption increases
when the vehicle is stationary and
idling.
This is normal as the computer
takes into account the fuel used
during idling.
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ON-BOARD COMPUTER(continued)
Examples of
display selections by
pressing button3Interpreting the display
a) Total mileage recorder.
b) Trip mileage recorder.
c) Fuel used(in litres or gallons) since the last reset.
d) Average consumption(in mpg or l/100 km) since the last reset.
The value is displayed after covering 400 metres taking into account the
distance covered and the fuel used since the last reset.
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ON-BOARD COMPUTER(continued)
Examples of
display selections by
pressing button3Interpreting the display
e) Current consumption(in mpg or litres/100 km)
The value is displayed after reaching a speed of 15 mph (25 km/h).
f) Estimated range with remaining fuel(in miles or km)
This function uses the average consumption since the last general reset.
The value is displayed after covering 400 metres.
g) Distance covered(in miles or km) since the last reset.
h) Average speed(in mph or km/h) since the last reset.
The value is displayed after covering 400 metres.
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FUEL TANK
Useful capacity of the fuel tank:
Approximately11 gallons
50 litres).
There is a cap holder1on the fuel
filler flap for holding the cap when
filling the tank.Filler cap: This is of a
special type. If you have to
replace it, make sure the
new cap is of the same type.
Consult your Renault Dealer.
Never handle the cap near to a
source of heat or a flame.
System for cutting off the fuel
supply in the event of a severe
impact
Refer to section 5 paragraph on
“System for cutting off fuel supply
in the event of a severe impact”.
Fuel grade
Petrol version
Use fuel which corresponds to the
appropriate grade defined by the
standards in force in the
particular country you are in.
Refer to the section “Engine
specifications”
Diesel versions
Use diesel fuel only. When filling
the tank, ensure that no water
enters the tank accidentally. The
filler cap and the neck must be
clean and dust-free. The fuel must
be of high quality.
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FUEL TANK(continued)
Filling with fuel
Petrol version
Useunleaded fuel only.
Using leaded fuel will damage the
depollution equipment and may
lead to a loss of warranty.
To avoid the tank being filled with
leaded fuel, the filler neck has a
restrictor with a valvewhich only
allows an unleaded petrol nozzle to
be used(at the petrol pump).
- Insert the nozzle to open the valve,
asfarasitwillgo.
- Hold the nozzle in this position
while the tank is filled and then
release it.
Filling with fuel (continued)
Petrol and diesel versions
To allow room for expansion in the
fuel tank, do not top up more than
twice after the pump nozzle has cut
out automatically.
Any operation or
modification on the fuel
supply system (computers,
wiring, fuel circuit, in-
jector, protective covers...) is
strictly forbidden due to the
safety risks it may cause (except
for qualified staff from the
Renault network.
Persistent fuel odour
Your vehicle has a pressurised fuel
supply system. If a persistent fuel
odour should occur, please:
• stop the vehicle if traffic
conditions allow and switch the
ignition off;
• switch on the hazard warning
lights and ask all passengers to
leave the vehicle to keep them
away from the traffic;
• do not intervene or restart before
the vehicle has been checked by
qualified Renault network staff.
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Section 2: Driving
(advice on use relating to fuel economy and the environment)
Running in - Ignition switch ........................................................................................................................... 2.02
Starting and stopping the engine .................................................................................................................... 2.03
Special notes on petrol versions ..................................................................................................................... 2.04
Special notes on diesel versions ..................................................................................................................... 2.05
Advice on anti-pollution and how to economise on fuel ................................................................ 2.06
¬2.08
Environment ...................................................................................................................................................... 2.09
Proactive automatic gearbox ............................................................................................................... 2.10
¬2.12
Power-assisted steering .................................................................................................................................... 2.13
Handbrake - Gear lever .................................................................................................................................... 2.13
Anti-lock braking system ................................................................................................................................. 2.14
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SPECIAL POINTS - PETROL VERSIONS
The following operating conditions
may cause the catalytic converter to
overheat and thus reduce its
efficiencyor 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, jump
starting with jump leads across the
battery is permissible;If you note any of the above faults,
have the necessary repairs carried
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
specifiedinyour“Warrantyand
Servicing” booklet.
Starting problems
To avoid damaging the catalytic
converter,do not keep tryingto start
the engine (using the starter, or by
pushing or pulling the vehicle)
without having identified and
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.
Never park the vehicle or
run the engine in locations
where combustible
substances or materials
such as grass or leaves may come
into contact with a hot exhaust
system.
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SPECIAL POINTS - DIESEL VERSIONS
Diesel engine speed
Diesel engines have an injection
system with a mechanical governor
which prevents overrevving of the
engineregardless of the gear engaged.
Running out of fuel
After filling the tank,if you have run
completely out of fuel,on condition
that the battery is fully charged, the
engine may be started normally.
If, after a few seconds, after several
attempts, the engine will not start,
call for the assistance of a Renault
Dealer.
Winter precautions
To avoid any problems in icy
conditions:
• ensure your battery is always well
charged.
• ensure the fuel level in the tank
never drops too low to avoid
condensation forming at the
bottom of the tank.
Vehicles fitted with a diesel fuel
heater
This allows diesel fuel to be used
with no additives down to–18°C,
or, in the case of a vehicle used
regularly over short distances
(engine cold)down to–5°C.
