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Brief overview
Tyre inflation pressures .................................................................................. 0.04 - 0.05
Adjusting the seats and driving position ................................................... 1.11
¬1.14
Child restraints .............................................................................................. 1.24
¬1.30
Tell-tale lights ................................................................................................ 1.36
¬1.49
Audible and visible signals ......................................................................... 1.55
¬1.58
De-icing/Demisting ..................................................................................................... 1.61
Running in, driving ...................................................................................... 2.02
¬2.14
Heating/Air conditioning ............................................................................. 3.04
¬3.14
Opening the bonnet ................................................................................................... 4.02
Levels (engine oil, windscreen washer, etc.) ............................................. 4.03
¬4.12
Emergency spare wheel ................................................................................ 5.02
¬5.05
Practical advice (changing the bulbs, fuses, repairs,
operating incidents) ..................................................................................... 5.02
¬5.34
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DRIVER’S LAYOUT, LEFT HAND DRIVE(continued)
The equipment fitted, described below, depends on the version, option and country.
1Demister outlet for left hand
side window.
2Left hand side vent.
3Stalk for:
• direction indicators,
• external lighting,
• front fog lights,
• rear fog lights,
• horn.
4Control instruments.
5Driver’s air bag location.
6Radio remote control.
7• Stalk for windscreen and rear
screen wash / wipe.
• On-board computer
information readout control.
8Central vents.9Display:
• clock,
• clock and temperature,
• radio, clock and temperature,
or storage tray.
10Warning lights for:
• driver’s seat belt not fastened,
• door(s) opened.
11Storage tray or passenger air
bag location.
12Right hand side vent.
13Demister outlet for right hand
side window.
14Glove box.
15Storage tray.
16Radio location or storage tray.
17Heating and ventilation,
recycled air and rear screen
de-icing controls.
18Central locking switch or
blanking cover.19Cigar lighter.
20Hazard warning lights switch.
21Handbrake.
22Ashtray.
23Gear lever.
24Ignition switch.
25Horn.
26Control for adjusting steering
wheel height.
27Storage tray.
28Controls for:
• electrical adjustment of the
headlight beam height,
• dashboard lighting rheostat,
• heated seats,
or blanking covers.
29Bonnet release control.
30Fuse box.
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DRIVER’S LAYOUT, RIGHT HAND DRIVE(continued)
The equipment fitted, described below, depends on the version, option and country.
1Demister outlet for left hand
side window.
2Left hand side vent.
3Storage tray or passenger air
bag location.
4Central vents.
5Display:
• clock,
• clock and temperature,
• radio, clock and temperature,
or storage tray.
6Warning lights for:
• driver’s seat belt not fastened,
• door(s) open.
7Stalk for:
• direction indicators,
• external lighting,
• front fog lights,
• rear fog lights,
• horn.
8Control instruments.
9Driver’s air bag location.10Radio remote control.
11• Stalk for windscreen and rear
screen wash / wipe.
• On-board computer
information readout control.
12Right hand side vent.
13Demister outlet for right hand
side window.
14Controls for:
• electrical adjustment of the
headlight beam height,
• dashboard lighting rheostat,
• heated seats,
or storage tray.
15Storage tray.
16Ignition switch.
17Horn.
18Control for adjusting steering
wheel height.19Central locking switch or
blanking cover.
20Cigar lighter.
21Handbrake.
22Hazard warning lights switch.
23Ashtray.
24Gear lever.
25Heating and ventilation,
recycled air and rear screen
de-icing controls.
26Radio location or storage tray.
27Storage tray.
28Glove box.
29Bonnet release control.
30Fuse box.
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Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet ................................................................................................................................................................ 4.02
Engine oil level .................................................................................................................................... 4.03
¬4.07
Oil changes: Engine .......................................................................................................................................... 4.07
Levels: Brake fluid ............................................................................................................................................ 4.08
Coolant .................................................................................................................................................. 4.09
Battery ................................................................................................................................................... 4.10
Power steering pump .......................................................................................................................... 4.10
Screen washer reservoir ...................................................................................................................... 4.11
Air filter ............................................................................................................................................................. 4.11
Bodywork maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 4.12 - 4.13
Interior trim maintenance ................................................................................................................................ 4.14
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BONNET
Opening the bonnet
To open, pull handle1.
Bonnet safety lock
To unlock, lift lever2.
Lift the bonnet, release the strut4
from its mounting3. For your safety,
thismustbe placed in location5.
Closing the bonnet
To close the bonnet, replace strut4
in its mounting3,hold the bonnet
in the middle and lower it to 20 cm
above the closed position. Now
release it and it will lock under its
own weight.
Check that the bonnet is correctly
locked.
Check that nothing has been left in
the engine compartment before
closing the bonnet.
Ensure it is correctly
locked.
Take care when working
under the bonnet as the
engine cooling fan may
cut in at any moment.
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LEVELS
Brake fluid
This must be checked frequently,
especially if you notice even the
slightest loss in braking efficiency.
Level1
The level falls naturally as the brake
pads wear, but it should never be
allowed to fall below the
MINIMUMwarning mark.Filling
After any operation on the
hydraulic circuit a specialist must
replace the brake fluid.
Only use products approved by
Renault’s Technical Department,
taken from a sealed container.
Fluid change frequency: Refer to
your vehicle’s Warranty and
Servicing booklet.
Take care when working
under the bonnet as the
engine cooling fan may cut
in at any moment.
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LEVELS(continued)FILTERS
Windscreen washer reservoir
Filling:via plug1.
This reservoir also supplies the
headlight washers (if fitted to the
vehicle).
Liquid:water + washer product
(antifreeze product in winter).
Jets:tilt each small sphere with a
pin to alter the angle of the spray.The filter components (air filter,
particle filter, diesel filter...) should
be replaced during the maintenance
operations carried out on your
vehicle.
Frequency for replacing filter
components:see the servicing
booklet for your vehicle.If there is an abnormal drop in
any of the fluid levels, consult
your Renault Dealer at once.
Take care when working
under the bonnet as the
engine cooling fan may
cut in at any moment.
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FOG LIGHTS: replacing the bulbs
• Remove the mounting bolts1.
• Remove the light unit from the
front.
• Disconnect the wires.
• Remove cover2by turning it.
• Remove the bulb connector.
• Release spring3.
• Remove the bulb.
•Holding the new bulb in a cloth or
piece of paper,slide it into its
mounting.
Type of halogen bulb: H1Adjusting the lights
Contact your Renault Dealer for
adjusting the lights.
Take care when working
under the bonnet as
the engine cooling fan
may cut in at any
moment.
Additional lights
If you wish to fit fog lights or long
range headlights to your vehicle,
consult your Renault Dealer.
Any operation on (or
modification to) the
electrical system must be
performed by a Renault
Dealer since an incorrect
connection might damage the
electrical installation (harness,
components and in particular, the
alternator). In addition, your
Dealer has available all the parts
required for fitting these units.
