2005 RENAULT MEGANE warning

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LEVELS (continued)
Brake fluid level
This should be checked frequently,
and immediately if you notice even
the slightest loss in braking
efficiency.
Level 1
The level normally goes down at the
same time as the brake shoe wear,
but, it must never go below the MIN
warning level.
Due to the fact that it is difficult to
access, we recommend that you
have it checked and if necessary,
have the brake fluid level topped up
by a specialist. Filling
After any operation on the hydraulic
circuit, a specialist must replace the
brake fluid.
Only use fluids approved by
RENAULT’s Technical Department
(and taken from a sealed container).
Replacement interval
Refer to the Warranty and Services
booklet for your vehicle.
Take care when working in
the engine compartment as
the engine cooling fan may
start to operate at any
moment without warning.
Risk of injury.
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LEVELS (continued)FILTERS
The replacement of filter elements
(air filter, passenger compartment
filter, diesel filter, etc.) is scheduled
in the servicing and maintenance
operations for your vehicle.
Frequency for replacing filter
elements: refer to the Warranty and
Services booklet for your vehicle.
Windscreen/headlight washer
reservoir
Filling
Open cap 1, fill until you see the
liquid, then refit the cap.
Liquid
Screen wash product (product with
anti-freeze in winter). Jets
Use a tool such as a needle to adjust
the height of the windscreen washer
jets.
NOTE
Depending on the vehicle, to find
out the fluid level, open cap 1,
take out the gauge and read the
level.
Take care when working in
the engine compartment as
the engine cooling fan may
start to operate at any
moment without warning.
Risk of injury.
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CHANGING A WHEEL
If necessary, remove the wheel trim.
Undo the wheel bolts with
wheelbrace 1. Position it so that you
can push it from above.
Fit the jack 3horizontally; the jack
head must be fitted at the height of
the bodywork support 2closest to
the wheel concerned, marked by an
arrow 4.
Crank up the jack by hand at first to
align the base plate (which should
be inclined further inwards under
the car). Turn a few times to lift the wheel off
the ground.
Undo the bolts and take off the
wheel.
Fit the spare wheel on the central
hub and turn it to locate the
mounting holes in the wheel and the
hub.
If bolts are supplied with the
emergency spare wheel, only use
these bolts for the emergency spare
wheel. Tighten the bolts and lower
the jack.
With the wheel on the ground, fully
tighten the bolts and check they are
correctly tightened as quickly as
possible (tightening torque 110 Nm).
If you have a puncture,
replace the wheel as soon
as possible.
A tyre which has been
punctured should always be
inspected (and repaired, where
possible) by a specialist.
Park the car on firm, level
ground which is not slippery
(e.g. avoid tiled flooring,
etc.) - if necessary, place a
plank of wood under the jack for
support. Switch on the hazard
warning lights.
Apply the hand brake and engage a
gear (first or reverse, or Pfor
automatic transmission).
Ask all the passengers to leave the
vehicle and keep them away from
traffic.
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TYRES
Maintaining the tyres
The tyres must be in good condition
and the tread form must have
sufficient depth; tyres approved by
Renault’s Technical Department
have wear warning strips 1in the
form of indicators moulded into the
tread at several points.
Tyre and wheel safety
The tyres are the only contact
between the vehicle and the road, so
it is essential to keep them in good
condition.
You must make sure that your tyres
conform to local road regulations. When the tyre tread has been eroded
to the level of the warning strips,
they become visible
2: it is then
necessary to replace your tyres
because the tread rubber is only 1.6
mm deep at the most and this
causes poor road holding on wet
roads .
An overloaded vehicle, long
journeys by motorway, particularly
in very hot weather, or continual
driving on poorly surfaced minor
roads will lead to more rapid tyre
wear and affect safety.
When they need to be
replaced, only tyres of the
same make, size, type and
profile should be used.
Tyres fitted to the vehicle should
either be identical to those fitted
originally or be of a type
recommended by your RENAULT
Dealer. Incidents which occur
when driving, such as
striking the kerb, may
damage the tyres and
wheel rims, and could also lead
to misalignment of the front or
rear axle geometry. If such
incidents occur, have the
condition of these parts checked
by a RENAULT Dealer.
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HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS: ACCESS
Access to the left-hand
headlight unit
With the engine switched off
Turn cover 1by one quarter of a turn
(in an anti-clockwise direction).
Access to the right-hand
headlight unit
With the engine switched off
Unclip cover 2.
In both cases, once the bulb has
been changed, ensure that covers 1
and 2 are correctly refitted.
The bulbs can be accessed by
removing blanking covers
1and 2
located in the wheel arches.
However, due to their reduced
accessibility (sometimes requiring
the removal of bodywork or
mechanical components), we advise
you to have your bulbs replaced by
your Renault Dealer .
Take care when working in
the engine compartment as
the engine cooling fan may
start to operate at any
moment without warning.
Risk of injury.
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BATTERY: troubleshooting
To avoid all risk of sparks:
- Ensure that any consumers(courtesy lights etc.) are switched
off before disconnecting or
reconnecting the battery.
- When charging, stop the charger before connecting or disconnecting
the battery.
- Do not place metal objects on the battery to avoid creating a short
circuit between the terminals.
- Never disconnect a battery less than twenty seconds after the
engine has been switched off.
- Make sure that you reconnect the battery terminals after refitting. Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid
which must not come into
contact with the eyes or
skin. If it does, wash the affected
area with plenty of cold water.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a
risk of explosion.
Take care when working in the
engine compartment as the engine
cooling fan may start to operate at
any moment without warning.
Risk of injury.
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OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
When the starter is activated CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
 There is no response, the indicator lights fail to light up and the starter
does not turn. Battery lead disconnected or terminals
oxidised.
Check battery terminals: scrape and
clean if oxidised and re-tighten.
Discharged battery. Connect another battery to the faulty battery.
Battery unserviceable. Replace battery. Do not push the vehicle if the steering
column is locked.
 Warning light bulbs go dim and starter turns very slowly. Battery terminals not tight, battery
terminals oxidised. Check battery terminals: scrape and
clean if oxidised and re-tighten.
Discharged battery. Connect another battery to the faulty battery.
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OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
On the open road CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
Coolant circuit fault. Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
 Smoke under the bonnet. Short circuit. Stop, switch off the ignition,
disconnect the battery.
- is slow to go out or remains litwhen accelerating. Low oil pressure. Stop: contact a RENAULT Dealer.
- at idle speed, Low oil pressure. Consult the nearest RENAULT Dealer.
 The oil pressure warning light
comes on:
- while turning or braking, The level is too low. Add engine oil (refer to the engine oil -
Top-up/Filling information in
section 4).
Faulty spark plugs, incorrect electrode
gaps.Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
 Unstable idle speed or the engine stalls. Poor compression (spark plugs,
ignition, air leak). Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
Fuel supply fault. Check the fuel level.
 Loss of engine power. Clogged air filter. Replace the cartridge.
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