2000 RENAULT MEGANE compression ratio

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MANUALLY OPERATED HOOD: OPENING
Before opening the hood
•Ensure that it is clean, as dust
particles may damage the outside
of the hood and the rear screen.
• Ensure that the hood is
completely dry, otherwise the
compression to which it is
subjectedwhenfoldedcould
cause marks and even spots of
mould in the long term.
• Make sure there is nothing in the
compartment where the hood is
to be stored.
Opening operations AtoF
described belowmust be
performed in the order givento
prevent damage being caused to
the bodywork.A-Switch on the ignition
Apply the handbrake2.B-Lowerhandle3andthenturnit
a quarter of a turn. Lift the
hood by up to 14 inches (35
centimetres) using handle3.
Move handle3down.

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ELECTRICALLY OPERATED HOOD: OPENING
Before opening the hood
•Ensure that it is clean, as dust
particles may damage the outside
of the hood and the rear screen.
• Ensure that the hood is
completely dry, otherwise the
compression to which it is
subjectedwhenfoldedcould
cause marks and even spots of
mould in the longer term.
• Make sure there is nothing in the
compartment where the hood is
to be stored.
Opening operationsAtoD
described below must be
performed in the order given to
prevent damage being caused to
the bodywork.A - Switch on the ignition
Apply the handbrake2.B- Lower handle3then turn it
through one-quarter turn to
unlock the hood.

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OPERATING INCIDENTS
Your car should not be affected by incidents likely to keep it off the road for long if you have followed the Renault
Servicing Programme regularly.
The following hints will enable you to get going again quickly, albeit temporarily. For reasons of safety you should
always consult a Renault Dealer as soon as you can.
When starter is activated CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
•There is no response, the warning
lights fail to illuminate and the starter
does not turn.Battery lead disconnected or
terminals oxidised.Check battery terminals: scrape clean
if oxidised and re-tighten.
Battery discharged. Connect another battery to the faulty
battery.
Battery unserviceable. Change battery.
• Warning light bulbs go dim and
starter turns very slowly.Battery terminals not tight.
Terminals oxidised.Check battery terminals: scrape clean
if oxidised and re-tighten.
Battery discharged. Connect another battery to the faulty
battery.
• The engine is difficult to start in
damp weather or after washing.Poor ignition, ignition system damp. Dry spark plug leads and ignition coil.
• The engine is difficult to start when
hot.Faulty carburation (bubbles of
vaporised fuel in circuit).Let the engine cool down.
Poor compression. Consult a Renault Dealer.

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OPERATING INCIDENTS(continued)
On the open road CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
•Abnormal white smoke from the
exhaust.Mechanical defect: cylinder head
gasket blown.Stop the engine.
Consult a Renault Dealer.
• Smoke under the bonnet. Short circuit. Stop, turn the ignition off, disconnect
the battery.
Coolant circuit fault. Consult a Renault Dealer.
• The oil pressure warning light
illuminates:
- when cornering or braking. Oil level too low. Top up the oil.
- on idling Oil pressure too low. Consult the nearest Renault Dealer.
- is slow to extinguish or remains
illuminated on acceleration.Loss of oil pressure. Stop: call for assistance from Renault
Dealer.
• Engine loses power. Clogged air filter. Change element.
Fuel supply faulty. Check fuel level.
Faulty spark plugs, incorrectly set. Consult a Renault Dealer.
• Idling unsteady or engine stalls. Lack of compression (spark plugs,
ignition, air leak).Consult a Renault Dealer.