2003 RENAULT CLIO Owners Manual

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FUSES(continued)
Allocation of fuses
(the presence of fuses depends on the vehicle equipment level)
Symbol Allocation
Air bag/Central timer
Stop lights
Heated rear screen
Windscreen wipers
Anti-lock braking (ABS)
Fan
Radio/Cigar lighter/Clock
Horn
Left hand
dipped headlight
Right hand
dipped headlight
Symbol Allocation
Right hand main beam
headlight
Left hand main beam
headlight
Dual headlights
(dipped beam headlights
and main beam
headlights)
Heated rear view mirrors
Front fog lights
Not used
Not used
Central timer
Direction
indicators/Hazard warning
lights
Rear fog light
Symbol Allocation
Left hand side light
Right hand side light
Engine immobiliser
Interior and luggage
compartment lights/Radio
Central door locking
Electric windows
Headlight washers
Heated seats
Electric sunroof

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TOWING breakdown
The steering lock must not be
applied; the ignition key must be in
position “M” (ignition) allowing
lights and signals to be used (stop
lights and direction indicators).
The vehicle lights must be used at
night.
It is also important to observe the
towing conditions defined by the
legislation for the particular country
you are in. Do not exceed the towing
weight for your vehicle. Consult
your Renault Dealer.Only use the towing ring2(in the
tool kit1) and the towing points at
the front3. (Never use the drive
shafts.) These towing points may
only be used for pulling the car,
never for lifting it either directly or
indirectly.Front towing point3
Rear towing point4
First screw in the towing
ring2by hand as far as it
will go. Then use the
wheelbrace from the tool
kit to finish tightening it.

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TOWING breakdown,(continued)
• Renault recommends
using a rigid towing bar.
If a rope or cable is used
(where the law allows
this), the vehicle being towed
must be able to brake.
• A vehicle must not be towed if it
is not fit to be driven.
• Do not accelerate or brake
suddenly when towing, as this
may result in damage to the
vehicle.
• When towing a vehicle, do not
exceed15 mph (25 km/h).Towing a vehicle with
automatic transmission: special
notes
Engine switched off:The transmission
is no longer lubricated. It is preferable
to tow this type of vehicle on a trailer
or tow it with the front wheels off the
ground.
In exceptional cases, you can tow the
vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground for a maximum distance of 30
miles (50 km).
The selector lever must be in
neutral (position N).
If the lever becomes jammed in P
position,even though you are
pressing down the brake pedal, the
lever can be released manually.
To do this, unclip coverJ.Presson
both the raised part (under coverJ)
and the unlocking buttonAat the
same time to move the lever from
positionP.

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TOWING trailer
A= 662 mm.
Permissible nose weight when
towing a trailer, max. towing
weight, braked and unbraked:
Refer to the information on
“WEIGHTS” in section 6:
Refer to the manufacturer’s
instructions for information on
how to fit and operate the towing
attachment.
It is advisable to keep these
instructions with your other
vehicle documentation.

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FITTING A RADIO
Radio installation1
Unclip and remove the cover. The
aerial, + and – supply connectors
and left and right speaker wires are
fixed to the rear face of the cover.
Front speakers
Unclip cover2using a flat blade
screwdriver type tool at the arrows.Remove the two screws3and then
take off the protective card to reach
the speaker wires.
• In all cases, follow the manufacturer’s fitting instructions carefully.
• The specifications of the supports and wires (available as a Renault parts accessory) vary depending on equipment
level of your vehicle and the type of radio.
To find out their reference, consult your Renault Dealer.
• Any operation on (or modification to) the electrical system must be performed by a Renault Dealer since incorrect
connections might damage the electrical installations or any components connected to it.

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ACCESSORIES
Using mobile phones and
CB equipment.
Mobile phone equipment
with integrated aerials may
cause interference to the original
electronic systems fitted to the
vehicle: we recommend that you
only use equipment with an
exterior aerial.
Furthermore, we remind you of
the need to conform to the
legislation in force concerning the
use of such equipment.After-sales installation of
non-electrical accessories
(roof bars, towing
attachments, etc.)
Accessories approved by Renault
are based on a strict specification
and are regularly tested. We would
recommend that you use approved
accessories (particularly where
these affect safety) because they are
particularly reliable and
appropriate for your vehicle.
After-sales installation of electric
or electronic accessories
•Any work on the electric circuit
of the vehicle must be carried out
by Renault network engineers: if
the system is connected
incorrectly, it may result in
damage being caused to the
electrical installation and/or the
units connected to it.
• If the vehicle is retrofitted with
any electrical equipment, make
sure that the unit is correctly
protected by a fuse. Ask for
information on the rating and
position of this fuse.

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OPERATING FAULTS
Your vehicle should not be affected by faults likely to keep it off the road for long periods if you have followed the Renault
Servicing Programme regularly.
The following advice will allow you to get going again quickly, albeit temporarily: for reasons of safety, you should
always consult a Renault Dealer as soon as possible.
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. Replace the battery.
• Warning lights go dim and starter
turns very slowly.Battery terminals not tight.
Battery 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 conditions or after washing.Poor ignition, ignition system damp. Dry the plug leads and ignition coil.
• The engine is difficult to start when
hot.Poor carburation (bubbles of vaporised
fuel in the circuit).Let the engine cool down.
Lack of compression. Consult a Renault Dealer.

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OPERATING FAULTS(continued)
When starter is activated CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
• The engine fires once or twice then
dies and is difficult to start when cold.Immobiliser active. Refer to the “Engine immobiliser”
section.
Starting procedure incorrect Refer to the “starting the engine”
section.
or
Poor fuel supply or ignition fault. If the vehicle will not start, do not
keeptryingtostartit.
Consult a Renault Dealer.
System for cutting off fuel supply
activated if vehicle has been subject to
severe impact.See a Renault Dealer. (Refer to
information on fuel cut-off system in
section 5.)
• Vibrations. Tyres incorrectly inflated, incorrectly
balanced or damaged.Check the tyre pressures and, if they
are correct, have a Renault Dealer check
the condition of the tyres.
• Coolant boiling in expansion bottle. Mechanical fault: cylinder head gasket
blown, water pump faulty.Stop the engine.
Consult a Renault Dealer.
Engine cooling fan not working. Check the appropriate fuse, otherwise
consult a Renault Dealer.