2005 RENAULT MEGANE brake

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CRUISE CONTROL/SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function (continued)
Recalling the cruising speed
If a speed has been stored, it is
possible to recall it by pressing
button 3 (the “Cruise control”
message appears on the instrument
panel) on condition that you are
driving faster than 18 mph (30 m/h)
and that you are sure that the
driving conditions are suitable
(traffic, road surface condition,
weather conditions, etc.).
Stopping the function
Press switch 1.
If you do this, the speed is not
stored.
The instrument panel indicator light
going out confirms that the function
is stopped.
Pressing button 2or 5reactivates
the cruise control function
without reactivating the stored
speed: the speed at which the
vehicle is moving is stored.
System standby
The function is interrupted when
you:
- depress the brake pedal,
- depress the clutch pedal or shift into neutral if the vehicle has an
automatic gearbox,
- press switch 4.
In all three cases, the cruising speed
remains stored and the message
“Stored” appears on the instrument
panel.
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There is no rapid reduction
in the vehicle’s speed
when the cruise control
function is switched off or
to standby: you must depress the
brake pedal to brake.
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AUTOMATIC GEARBOX
Operation
With the lever in position Por N,
switch on the ignition.
Foot on the brake pedal (the warning
light goes out), move the lever out of
position P.
Selector lever
The display 1on the instrument
panel informs you of the mode and
the gear engaged.
P: park
R: reverse
N: neutral
D : automatic mode
4: displays the gear engaged in
manual mode The lever must only be engaged in D
or R when the vehicle is stationary.
Foot on the brake and accelerator
pedal released.
You must apply the brake before
pressing the unlocking button to
move out of the P position.
Driving in automatic mode
Select position
D. In most traffic
conditions, you will not have to
touch the gear selector lever again:
the gears will change automatically
at the right time and at the most
suitable engine speed because the
“automatic system” takes into
account the vehicle load and road
contour and adjusts itself to the
particular driving style you have
chosen.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (continued)Parking the vehicle
When the vehicle is stationary,
keeping your foot on the brake
pedal, move the lever to position P
(park): the gearbox is in neutral and
the drive wheels are mechanically
locked by the transmission.
Engage the handbrake.
Special circumstances
- If the bends and hills on the road
do not allow you to stay in
automatic mode (e.g.: in the
mountains), we recommend that
you change to manual mode.
This will prevent the automatic
transmission from changing gears
repeatedly when climbing, and
permit engine braking on long
descents.
- To prevent the engine stalling in
cold weather, start the engine and
wait a few seconds before shifting
the selector lever from position P
or Nand engaging it in Dor R.
- Vehicles not fitted with traction
control: on a slippery surface or
surface with a low level of
adhesion, change to manual mode
and select second gear (or even
third) before starting the engine to
avoid wheelspin when starting.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (continued)
Operating faults
- when driving , if the message
“Check gearbox” along with the
warning light appears on the
instrument panel, this indicates a
fault.
Consult your RENAULT Dealer as
soon as possible.
- when driving , if the message
“Gearbox overheating” along with
the warning light appears on
the instrument panel, avoid leaving
the lever in position D(or R), traffic
permitting: systematically return to
position Nwhile stopping.
Consult your RENAULT Dealer as
soon as possible.
- Recovering a vehicle with an
automatic transmission : refer to
the information on Towing in
Section 5.
When setting off , if the lever is
locked in position Peven though
you are pressing the brake pedal, the
lever can be released manually. To
do this, unclip the upper section of
the cover at the base of the lever.
At the same time, press on the mark
on the gaiter and the unlocking
button on the lever.
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NU761_2_G3-FRA.qxd 4/11/05 10:52 Page 3.32
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REAR PARCEL SHELF
Removal
Unhook the two shelf retaining
cords 1. Lift the rear parcel shelf slightly and
pull it towards you.
To refit it, proceed in reverse order
to removal. Special point for utility versions,
unclip the fixings
2from each side
of the shelf, then take the shelf out
through the rear door.
To refit it, proceed in reverse order
to removal.
Do not place any objects,
especially heavy or hard
objects, on the parcel shelf.
These may pose a risk to
the vehicle occupants if the driver
has to brake suddenly or if the
vehicle is involved in an accident.
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TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
Always position the objects
transported so that the largest
surface is against:
- The rear seatback for normal loads
(example A).
- The folded down seat for maximum loads (example B). If you have to place objects on the
folded seatback, remove the front
head restraints before folding the
seatback so that is can be folded as
flat as possible against the seat base.
Always position the
heaviest items directly on
the floor. Use the lashing
points on the luggage
compartment floor, if these are
fitted to the vehicle. The luggage
should be loaded in such a way
that no items will be thrown
forward and strike the occupants
if the driver has to brake
suddenly. Fasten the rear seat
belts, even if the seats are not
occupied.
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Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet ........................................................................\
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Engine oil level/Oil change
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.......................................................4.04 ➟4.07
Levels : Engine coolant
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....................................................... .....................4.08
brake fluid
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....................................................... ............................4.09
Windscreen/headlight washer reservoir
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...............................4.10
Filters
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....................................................... ...................................................4.10
Battery
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....................................................... ..................................................4.11
Bodywork maintenance
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....................................................... ........4.12 - 4.13
Interior trim maintenance
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....................................................... ................4.14
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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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