2000 RENAULT MEGANE inflation pressure
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Brief overview
•Opening and closing the hood ........................................................... p. 3.02 ¬3.14
• Tyre inflation pressures ..................................................................................... p. 0.04
• Adjusting the seats and driving positions ......................................... p. 1.09
¬1.13
• Child safety ............................................................................................ p. 1.21
¬1.27
• Instrument panel lights ........................................................................ p. 1.32
¬1.44
• Horn and lights ..................................................................................... p. 1.47
¬1.50
• Demisting/de-icing ............................................................................................. p. 1.51
• Running in, driving .............................................................................. p. 2.02
¬2.21
• Heating/air conditioning ...................................................................... p. 3.15
¬3.23
• Opening the bonnet ............................................................................... p. 4.02 - 4.03
• Levels (engine oil, windscreen washer, etc.) ..................................... p. 4.04
¬4.12
• Emergency spare wheel ........................................................................ p. 5.02
¬5.05
• Practical advice (changing bulbs, fuses, repairs,
operating incidents) .............................................................................. p. 5.02
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Tyre inflation pressures when cold(in bar)
Versions 1.4 l 16V1.6 l 16V
2.0 l2.0 l IDE
Type
(see vehicle identification plate)EA10 - EAOD
EA1H - EAOWEA11 - EA1Y
EAO4 - EAOB
EAOJEAOP
EAO3
Normal use
•Front 2.1 2.2 2.2
•Rear 2.0 2.0 2.1
Fully laden (1)
•Front 2.3 2.4 2.4
•Rear 2.2 2.2 2.3
Emergency spare wheel2.3 2.4 2.4
Tyre
dimensions175/65 R 14 T - 185/55 R 15 H -185/60 R 15 H
195/50 R 16 V
Wheel sizes5.5 J 14 - 6.0 J 15 - 6.5 J 16
Tyre safety and use of chains
Refer to the information on tyres in section 5 for advice on tyre maintenance and, depending on the version, the use
of chains.
(1)Special note concerning vehicles used at full load(maximum permissible all-up weight and weight towed)and towing
atrailer
The maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre inflation pressure increased by0.2 bar.
Refer to the information on “weights” in section 6 for more details.
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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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TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
This system continuously monitors
the tyre pressures.
Tyre pressures should be adjusted
when the tyres are cold.
If tyre pressures cannot be checked
when the tyres arecold,assumean
increase of0.2to0.3bar.
Never deflate a hot tyre.
This function is an
additional driving aid.
However, the function
does not take the place of
the driver. It cannot, therefore,
under any circumstances replace
the vigilance or the
responsibility of the driver.
Check the tyre pressures,
including the emergency spare
wheel, once a month.
Operating principle
Each wheel (except the emergency
spare wheel) has a sensor,
implanted in the inflation valve
which periodically measures the
tyre pressure.
The driver is constantly informed of
the correct tyre pressures and
possible variations on displayA
and the instrument panel.
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TYRES(safety)
Tyre inflation pressures
Tyre inflation pressures must be
adhered to. (Remember to check the
emergency spare wheel at the same
time.) Inflation pressures must be
checked at least once a month and
always before a long journey. (Refer
to the section on “Tyre inflation
pressures”.)
Incorrect tyre pressures
lead to abnormal tyre
wear and unusually hot
running, factors which
may seriously affect safety and
lead to:
- poor roadholding
- possibility of blow-outs or of
throwing a tread at high speed.
Inflation pressures depend on
the load and the driving speed.
Adjust the pressures according
to the conditions of use. (Refer to
the section on tyre inflation
pressures.)Inflation pressures should be
checked when the tyres are cold;
ignore higher pressures which may
be reached in hot weather or
following a fast journey. If tyre
inflation pressures cannot be
checked when the tyres arecold,
take into account an increase of0.2
to0.3bar.
Never deflate a hot tyre.
Note:A label (depending on
country or version) stuck on the
edge or frame of the driver’s door
gives the recommended tyre
inflation pressures.
Replacing tyres
For safety reasons, this
operation must only be
carried out by a
specialist.
Fitting different tyres may
change your vehicle as follows:
- It may mean that your vehicle
no longer conforms to current
regulations.
- It may change the way it
handles when cornering.
- It may cause the steering to be
heavy.
- It may cause tyre noise.
- It may affect the use of chains.
Changing wheels around
This practice is not recommended.
Emergency spare wheel
Refer to the information on the
emergency spare wheel and
instructions on how to change a
wheel in section 5.
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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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WEIGHT(in kg)
Basic vehicle without options, likely to change in the course of the model year. Consult your Renault Dealer.
Versions 1.4 l 16V 1.6 l 16V 2.0 l IDE
Type of vehicle
(see vehicle identification plate)EA0D - EA1H
EA0WEAO4 - EAOB
EA1J - EA11EA1Y - EAO4
EAOB - EA1JEAO3 - EAOP
Automatic
Kerb weight
excluding driverTo t a l
Front
Rear1115 1125 1155 1200
655 670 705 745
450 455 450 455
Max. permissible
axle weightFront
Rear880 880 890
860 860 860
Max. permissible all-up weight1550 1560 1590 1610
Max. permissible towing weight unbraked595 600 615 635
Max. permissible towing weight braked (*)
driver only 1 250 1 200 1 250 1 200
other cases 1 000 1 000 1 000 1 000
Total train weight
(= max. permissible all-up weight
and towing)2500 2500 2550 2550
Permissible nose weight75
Max. permissible load on roof rack –
* Towing weight (towing a caravan, boat, etc.).
- It is important to comply with the towing weights, governed by local legislation in each country and, in particular laid down in the Road
Traffic Regulations. Consult your Renault Dealer about any attachments.Under no circumstances may the total train weight (= max.
permissible all-up weight and weight towed) be exceeded.
- If your vehicle is already used at full load (max. permissible all-up weight), the maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h)
and the tyre inflation pressure increased by 0.2 bar.
- The engine output and climbing capability are reduced with altitude. We recommend that the maximum load be reduced by 10% at an
altitude of 1000 metres and by an additional 10% for each 1000 metres thereafter.