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LEVELS(continued)
Power assisted steering pump
Frequency of changing:refer to the
Servicing booklet for your vehicle.
Level:The correct level when cold
should be:
- visible between theMinandMax
marks on reservoir1.
For topping up or refilling with oil,
use products approved by
RENAULT's Technical Department.
Battery
The battery does not require any
maintenance. Never open cover2.
Take care when working
in the engine
compartment as the
engine cooling fan may
cutinatanymoment
without warning.Handle the battery with
care as it contains
sulphuric acid which must
not come into contact with
the eyes or skin.
If it does, rinse with plenty of
water.
Keep all sources of flame, heat and
sparks away from the battery as
there is a risk of explosion.

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TYRES(continued)
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
throwingatreadathighspeed.
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).Pressures should be checked when
the tyres are cold; ignore higher
pressures which may be reached in
hot weather or after driving at high
speeds.
If tyre pressures cannot be checked
when the tyres arecold,assume an
increase of0.2to0.3bar (3PSI).
Never deflate a hot tyre.
Note:a label (depending on country
or version) affixed to the edge or
frame of the driver's door gives the
recommended tyre 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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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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OPERATING FAULTS(continued)
On the open road CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
• Steering becomes hard to turn. Belt broken. Have the belt replaced.
Lack of oil in pump. Top up oil (see maintenance section).
If the fault persists, consult your
Renault Dealer.
• The engine overheats. The coolant
temperature warning light illuminates
(or the needle on the gauge is in the
red zone).Water pump: belt slack or broken.
Faulty engine cooling fan.Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine
and call for the assistance of a Renault
Dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the condition of the hoses and
clips.
Check the expansion bottle: it should
contain coolant. If it does not, top up
the level(after letting the engine cool
down).Take care not to burn yourself.
This action is only temporary: consult
your Renault Dealer as soon as
possible.
Radiator
Never fill a hot radiator with cold coolant if a considerable quantity has been lost. After any operation
on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling system, it must be refilled with a
new mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved by our Technical
Department may be used for this purpose.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
PPaintwork (maintenance) ............................. 4.12 - 4.13
Paintwork (part number) ......................................... 6.02
Petrol and diesel special features ................ 2.04 - 2.05
Power assisted steering ................................ 2.19 - 4.10
Power assisted steering pump ................................ 4.10
Practical advice ........................................... 2.06
¬2.08
Puncture ....................................................... 5.02¬5.05
QQuickshift 5 gearbox (use) ......................... 2.13
¬2.18
Quickshift 5 gearbox lever ...................................... 2.13
RRadio (fitting) ........................................................... 5.27
Radio (installation) .................................................. 5.27
Reading lights ............................................... 3.23 - 3.24
Rear bench seat ........................................................ 3.33
Rear parcel shelf ........................................... 3.35 - 3.36
Rear screen (demisting) ........................................... 1.61
Rear seats .................................................................. 3.33
Rear view mirrors ......................................... 1.53 - 1.54
Remote control: electric door locking ......... 1.02 - 1.03
door locking - batteries ............... 5.21
Replacement parts ................................................... 6.16
Reverse gear ............................................................. 2.19
Running in ............................................................... 2.02
SSeat belts ..................................................... 1.13
¬1.23
Side repeaters ........................................................... 5.16
Speakers (locktion) .................................................. 5.27
Starting the engine ....................................... 2.02 - 2.03
Steering wheel (adjusting) ...................................... 1.54
Storage compartments .................................. 3.30 - 3.31
Sun visor .................................................................. 3.26
Sunroof ........................................................ 3.27
¬3.29TTank: brake fluid ...................................................... 4.08
engine coolant ............................................... 4.09
fuel ....................................................... 1.58 - 1.64
windscreen washer ....................................... 4.11
Technical specifications ............................. 6.02
¬6.15
Towing (attachments) .............................................. 5.26
Towing (breakdown) ..................................... 5.24 - 5.25
Towing (caravan) ......................................... 6.06
¬6.14
Towing weights ........................................... 6.06¬6.14
Traction control ............................................. 2.28 - 2.29
Traction control system ................................ 2.29 - 2.30
Transporting items in the luggage compartment .. 3.37
Turning circle ........................................................... 6.15
Tyre pressures .................................... 0.04 - 0.05 - 5.07
Tyre pressures ............................................. 0.04
¬0.06
Tyres ............................................................. 5.06¬5.08
VVehicle identification plates ...................... 6.02
¬6.04
Ventilation and heating .............................. 3.04¬3.22
WWashing ....................................................... 4.12
¬4.14
Weights ........................................................ 6.06¬6.14
Wheelbrace ............................................................... 5.03
Wheels (safety) ............................................ 5.06
¬5.08
Window winder ....................................................... 3.25
Windscreen ............................................................... 3.26
Windscreen washer ............................ 1.58 - 1.59 - 4.11
Wiper blades ............................................................ 5.09
Wipers ............................................... 1.58
¬1.60 - 5.09