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ON-BOARD COMPUTER
1Display
2Start key and reset button on the
trip mileage counters
For example, to reset the trip
mileage, the display must be set to
“trip mileage”.
Automatic resetting
The trip mileage recorders will b
reset automatically when the
maximum capacity of any of the
memories is exceeded.3Display selection key
Keep pressing key3briefly to
show the following information
in sequence:
a) total mileage recorder,
b) trip mileage recorder,
c) fuel consumed,
d) average consumption,
e) current consumption,
f) estimated range,
g) distance covered,
h) average speed.
Display flashing
Consult a Renault Dealer if the
display flashes.
Interpreting certain values
displayed after resetting
The values showing average fuel
consumption, range and average
speed will become more stable and
reliable the further you travel since
thelasttimetheresetkeywas
pressed.For the first few miles after pressing
the reset button you will notice:
• that the range increases as you
travel. This is normal. Average
fuel consumption may decrease
when:
- The car stops accelerating.
- The engine reaches its operating
temperature (engine cold when
start button pressed).
- When you drive from a built up
area on to the open road.
Therefore, if the average fuel
consumption decreases, the range
will increase.
•Youmayalsonoticethatthe
average fuel consumption
increases when the vehicle is
stationary and the engine idling.
This is normal since the module
takes account of fuel used during
idling.
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CLOCK AND EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE
Clock
The time and/or external
temperature and/or other functions
are displayed when the ignition is
switched on.
Setting the clock
Press the key:
Hfor hours
Mfor minutes
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DEMISTING/DE-ICING
De-icing rear screen
With the engine running,
press button1. (The tell-tale light
illuminates on the instrument
panel.)
This function demists the rear
screen and the electric rear view
mirrors (if these are fitted to the
vehicle).
There are two ways of switching it
off:
- It switches itself off automatically
after operating for 15 minutes.
-By pressing key1again (the
tell-tale light extinguishes).
Demisting the windscreen
Move control2:
Set it at position
Close the dashboard air outlets for
greater efficiency.
This directs the entire flow of air
to the demisting outlets for
the windscreen and front side
windows.
Never remove ice with a scraper.
Switch on the rear screen de-icer
and wipe with a soft damp cloth
when the ice has melted.
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RUNNING IN IGNITION SWITCH
For the first625 miles (1000 km)do
not exceed 70 mph (130 km/h) in
the highest gear or 3000 to
3500 rpm.
On completion of625 miles
(1000 km)you may use your car
normally. However, it is only after
1500 miles (3000 km) have been
covered that you may reasonably
expect full performance.
Service intervals:Refer to your
servicing booklet for details about
service intervals.
“Stop” position (St) and anti-theft
lock applied
To lock: remove the key and turn
steering wheel slightly until the
latch engages in the steering
column.
To unlock: turn key and steering
wheel slightly.
“Auxiliaries” position A
The ignition is switched off. Any
auxiliaries fitted will still have a
current supply (example: radio).“Ignition on” position M
The ignition is switched on: the
engine may be started.
“Start position” D
If the engine fails to start at the first
attempt, the key must be turned
back before the starter can be
activated again. Release the key as
soon as the engine starts.
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STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE
Starting the engine
In the case of an automatic
transmission
Refer to the information on
automatic transmissions in section 2.
Special feature on vehicles equipped
with an engine immobiliser system
In very cold conditions (temperatures
below –20°C): so that it is easier to
start the engine, switch on the
ignition for several secondsbefore
starting the engine.
Make sure the engine immobiliser is
not activated (see section 1 on the
engine immobiliser).
Petrol injection
Turn the key to the “start” position
without accelerating.
Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.If there is a child (or
animal) in the car, never
leave it unattended with
the key in the ignition.
With the key in the ignition it
would be possible to operate
electrical equipment such as the
windows and there is a risk that the
child may be seriously injured (by
trapping his or her neck, arm,
hand, etc.).
Never switch off the ignition before
the vehicle has stopped completely.
Once the engine has stopped, the
power steering, brake servo and
passive safety devices such as air
bags and pretensioners will no
longer operate. When the key has
been removed, the steering will
lock.
Stopping the engine
With the engine at idling, turn the key
back to the “stop” position.
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SPECIAL POINTS RELATING TO 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
unburntpetrolinthesystemmay
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
incidents, have the necessary
repairs carried out as soon as
possible by your Renault Dealer.
Theseincidentsmaybeavoidedby
taking your vehicle regularly to
your Renault Dealer at the intervals
specified in your servicing booklet.
Starting problems
To avoid damaging the catalytic
converter,do not keep trying to
startthe engine (using the ignition
key, or by pushing or pulling the
vehicle)without having identified
and corrected the starting fault.
If the fault cannot be identified, do
not persist in attempting to start the
engine. Call a Renault Dealer.
Do not park the vehicle or
run the engine in locations
where combustible substancesormaterialssuchasgrassor
leaves can come into contact with a
hot exhaust system.
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WINDOW RISERS(continued)
Rear electric windows
With the ignition on,press switch3
or4.
Child safety
Switch5overrides the operation of the rear windows.
If there is a child (or animal) in the car, never leave it unattended
with the key in the ignition. With the key in the ignition it would be
possible to operate the electric windows and there is a risk that the child
may be seriously injured (by trapping his or her neck, arm, hand, etc.).
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GLOVE BOX - STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
Passenger side glove box
To open, unlock (using ignition key)
andthenpresslock1.Insidethe
compartment there are two glass
holders and a spectacle holder.
Storage compartment for
passenger2or location of
passenger air bag
Refer to the information on the
passenger air bag in section 1.
Door storage compartments3Frontseatpocket4
No objects should be
placed on the floor (area
in front of driver) as such
objects may slide under
the pedal during braking
manoeuvres, thus obstructing its
use.
