2000 RENAULT MEGANE fuel pressure

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1.37
INSTRUMENT PANEL(continued)
The presence and operation of the warning lights described below depend on the vehicle equipment and
country.
9SERVICE warning light
This light illuminates
when the ignition is
switched on and then
extinguishes within 3 seconds.
If it illuminates when the
vehicle is being driven, it is
advisable to stop at a Renault
Dealer soon.
It illuminates together with one
of the warning lights:
Tell-tale light for
left-hand direction
indicator
Low fuel-level warning
light
It extinguishes as soon
as the engine starts.
If it illuminates or remains
illuminated, fill up with fuel as
soon as possible.
Tell-tale light for
right-hand direction
indicators9Warning light for
serious injection
incident/
Coolant temperature warning
light
• Warning light for serious
injection incident
If it flashes when you are
driving, it indicates that the
engine is overheating or there
is a fault in the injection
system. Stop at once, switch
off the ignition and call for
the assistance of a Renault
Dealer.
•Coolant temperature
warning light
If this light illuminates
(permanent illumination)
when you are driving, stop
the vehicle. If the needle4on
the temperature gauge is in
zone4a, call a Renault
Dealer. If this is not the case,
continue driving and consult
a Renault Dealer at the
earliest opportunity.9Electronic fault
warning light
If it illuminates when
you are driving, there is
an electrical or
electronic fault. Consult your
Renault Dealer as soon as
possible.
Oil pressure warning
light
It should extinguish as
soon as the engine starts; if it
illuminates when you are
driving, stop at once, switch off
the ignition and check the oil
level. If this is normal, call for
the assistance of a Renault
Dealer.
Battery charging
warning light
It should extinguish as
soon as the engine starts.
If it illuminates when you are
driving, it indicates that the
circuit is overcharging or
discharged. Stop and have the
circuit checked.

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2.01
Section 2: Driving
(Advice on use relating to fuel economy and the environment)
Running in/Ignition switch .............................................................................................................................. 2.02
Starting the engine/Stopping the engine ........................................................................................................ 2.03
Special features of petrol versions .................................................................................................................. 2.04
Gear lever/Handbrake/Power assisted steering .............................................................................................. 2.05
Advice on anti-pollution and how to economise on fuel ................................................................ 2.06
¬2.08
Environment ...................................................................................................................................................... 2.09
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................................................................................... 2.10
¬2.16
Anti-lock braking system: ABS ............................................................................................................ 2.16 - 2.17
Emergency brake assistance ............................................................................................................................. 2.18
Using the automatic gearbox .............................................................................................................. 2.19
¬2.21

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2.08
ADVICE ON ANTI-POLLUTION AND HOW TO ECONOMISE ON FUEL(continued)
General hints
•Electricity is “fuel”; switch off all
the electrical units which are not
really needed.
However,(with safety always in
mind), keep your lights on when
the visibility is bad (see and be
seen).
• Try to use the air vents. Driving
with the windows open will
increase the use of fuel by 4%.•For vehicles with air
conditioning,theextrafuel
consumed in urban cycle can be
as high as 2 litres per 100 km:
switch the system off when it is
not needed.
• Never fill the fuel tank right to the
brim as this is wasteful.
• Do not leave an empty roof rack in
position.
• It is better to fit a trailer for bulky
objects.
• When towing a caravan, fit a wind
deflector and adjust it carefully.
• Avoid using the car for
door-to-door calls (short journeys
with long waits in between)
because the engine never reaches
its normal operating temperature.
Trytogroupyourcalls.
Tyres
•Inflation pressures which are
toolowmayincreasefuel
consumption.
• The use of non-recommended
tyres may also increase fuel
consumption.

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4.14
BODYWORK MAINTENANCE
Protection against the action of
corrosive agents
Although your car has been treated
with very effective anti-corrosion
products, it nevertheless remains
subject to the action of:
•Corrosives in the atmosphere
- Atmospheric pollution (built-up
and industrial areas).
- Saline atmosphere (near the sea,
particularly in hot weather).
- Seasonal and humid climatic
conditions, especially road salt
in winter.
•Abrasives
Wind-carried dust and sand,
mud, road grit thrown up by other
vehicles.
•Minor impacts
A minimum amount of protection is
necessary to guard your car against
such risks so as not to lose the
benefit of these developments.
What you should not do
•Wash the vehicle in bright
sunlight or freezing temperatures.
• Scrape off mud or dirt without
pre-wetting.
• Allow external dirt to
accumulate.
• Allow rust to form following
minor impacts.
• Use solvents not approved by our
Technical Department to remove
spotsasthiscoulddamagethe
paintwork.
• Drive frequently in snow or
muddy conditions without
periodically washing the car,
particularly under the wheel
arches and body.• Degrease or clean mechanical
components (e.g. engine
compartment), underneath the
bodywork, parts with hinges (e.g.
inside the fuel tank flap) and
painted plastic external fittings
(e.g. bumpers) using high-
pressure cleaning apparatus or by
spraying on products not
approved by Renault’s Technical
Department as this could give rise
to corrosion or incorrect
operation.

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OPERATING INCIDENTS(continued)
When starter is activated CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
•The engine fires once or twice then
dies. It is difficult to start when cold.Engine immobiliser active. See “engine immobiliser” section.
Starting procedure incorrect See “starting engine” section.
or
Poor fuel supply or ignition fault. If the vehicle will not start, do not
keep trying to start it.
Consult a Renault Dealer.
System for cutting off fuel supply
activated if vehicle has been subjected
to severe impact.Consult a Renault Dealer (see
information on fuel cut-off system in
section 5).
• Vibrations Incorrect tyre pressures, incorrectly
balanced or damaged.Check tyre inflation pressures. If this
is not the problem, have them checked
by a Renault Dealer.
• Coolant boiling in expansion bottle. Mechanical defect: cylinder head
gasket blown, faulty water pump.Stop the engine.
Consult a Renault Dealer.
Engine cooling fan not working. Check appropriate fuse, otherwise
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.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
PPaintwork (maintenance) .............................. 4.14 - 4.15
Paintwork (reference) ............................................... 6.02
Power steering .......................................................... 2.05
Power steering pump ............................................... 4.08
Practical advice ............................................ 5.02
¬5.35
Puncture ....................................................... 5.02¬5.05
RRadio (pre-fitting) .......................................... 5.22 - 5.23
Radio frequency remote control ................. 1.02
¬1.04
Radio installation .......................................... 5.22 - 5.24
Radio remote control (batteries) .............................. 5.21
Rear screen (demisting) ........................................... 1.51
Rear-view mirrors .......................................... 1.45 - 1.46
Replacement parts .................................................... 6.07
Replacing a bulb .......................................... 5.09
¬5.15
Reverse gear .............................................................. 2.05
Roadbox ........................................................ 3.29
¬3.32
Running in ................................................................ 2.02
SSeat belts ...................................................... 1.12
¬1.20
Side-mounted repeaters ........................................... 5.13
Ski flap ...................................................................... 3.34
Speakers (location) ........................................ 5.22 - 5.23
Starting the engine ................................................... 2.03
Steering wheel (adjusting) ....................................... 1.46
Storage compartments .............................................. 3.28
Sun visor ................................................................... 3.14
System for cutting off fuel in the event
of a severe impact ................................................ 5.29
TTanks and reservoirs:
Brake fluid reservoir ............................................ 4.10
Coolant capacity ................................................... 4.09
Fuel (capacity) ........................................... 1.53 - 1.54
Headlight washer bottle ....................................... 4.11
Windscreen washer bottle ................................... 4.11Technical specifications .............................. 6.02
¬6.07
Time ................................................................ 1.43 - 1.44
Tool kit (wheelbrace/jack ...) ................................... 5.03
Towing (attachments) ............................................... 5.28
Towing (breakdown) ...................................... 5.26 - 5.27
Towing a caravan ..................................................... 6.06
Towing hitches ......................................................... 5.26
Towing weights ......................................................... 6.06
Turning circle ........................................................... 6.04
Tyre pressures ................................................ 0.04 - 5.07
Tyres ............................................................. 5.06
¬5.08
VVanity mirror ............................................................ 3.14
Vehicle identification .................................... 6.02 - 6.03
Vehicle identification plates ......................... 6.02 - 6.03
Ventilation .................................................... 3.15
¬3.23
WWarning and indicator lights ..................... 1.32
¬1.42
Washing ......................................................... 4.13 - 4.15
Weights ..................................................................... 6.06
Wheelbrace ............................................................... 5.03
Wheels (safety) ............................................ 5.06
¬5.08
Window winder ............................................ 3.24 - 3.25
Windows ........................................................ 3.24 - 3.25
Windscreen ............................................................... 3.14
Windscreen washer ....................................... 1.52 - 4.11
Windscreen wipers (blades) .................................... 5.25
Windscreen wipers .................................................. 1.52
Wiper blades ............................................................. 5.25