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ENG_UD10606_1
Eclairage intérieur : remplacement des lampes (X85 - B85 - C85 - S85\
- K85 - Renault)
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Press tab 4 to release the bulb holder
and gain access to bulb 5.
Bulb type: C5W festoon type bulb.Luggage compartment light
Unclip light 3 by pressing the tabs on
each side (using a flat-blade screw -
driver or similar).
Disconnect the light.
INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing bulbs (2/2)
3
4
5
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Fusibles (X85 - B85 - C85 - S85 - K85 - Renault)
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Some accessories are protected by
fuses located in the engine compart -
ment.
However, due to their reduced acces -
sibility, we advise you to have your
fuses replaced by an approved
Dealer .
FUSES (2/2)
Allocation of fuses
(the presence of certain fuse depends on the vehicle equipment level)
Symbol Allocation SymbolAllocation
2Rear door locking/child
safetytClimate control
hElectric windowsyManual air conditioning
ÚPassenger compartment
ventilationÆFront cigar lighter
ALIMGeneral supply or
courtesy lightsnABS/ESP
NCentral door locking
hDriver-controlled windows
or not used
ßBrake lights
ÙEngine immobiliser or
indicatorsæDriver’s window winder
fRear screen wiper or not
usedÌHorn
Z
Interior lighting
Wiper with automatic
operation/Automatic
lighting or not usedgElectric door mirrors
aAutomatic climate control
instrument panel
îRadioIndicator or rear screen
wiper
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Batterie : dépannage (X85 - B85 - C85 - S85 - K85 - Renault)
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Depending on the battery, reposition
block A in the runners and slide it until it
is positioned between the two marks 1.
Pull block A slightly to the right to clip it
on pin E, press, and check that it locks
properly.
Refitting the battery covers
– position cover C in its hinges and clip
it in place;
– then position cover B in its hinges
and clip it in place;
Check that the two covers B and C are
correctly locked.
Access to the battery
Depending on the vehicle, in the engine
compartment:
– lift block A to unclip it, then, while
holding pipe D , slide block A to -
wards you;
– unclip cover B and remove it;
– then unclip cover C and remove it.
BATTERY: troubleshooting (2/4)
D
A
B
C
E
1
Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid,
which must not come into
contact with eyes or skin. If
it does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water. If necessary,
consult a doctor.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a
risk of explosion.
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towing hitch........................................... (up to the end of the DU)
towing breakdown ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Remorquage : dépannage (X85 - B85 - C85 - S85 - K85 - Renault)
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Insert the key in the ignition switch, or
the card in the reader, to unlock the
steering wheel and use the signalling
lights (brake lights, hazard warning
lights, etc.). The towed vehicle’s lights
must be switched on at night.
The speed specified by current legis -
lation for towing must always be ob -
served. If your vehicle is the towing
vehicle, do not exceed the maximum
towing weight for your vehicle (refer
to the information on “Weights” in
Section 6).
Only use:– at the rear, towing point 4 (depend-
ing on the vehicle);
– at the front, towing hitch 3 (never
the drive shafts).
These towing points may only be used
for towing: never use them for lifting the
vehicle directly or indirectly.Access to towing points
Unclip by pulling towards you and lift
cover 1 or 5 (depending on the vehicle).
Tighten towing hitch 2 fully: as much
as possible by hand at first, then finish
tightening it using the wheelbrace or,
depending on the vehicle, the lever.
Use only the towing eye 2 and the
wheelbrace located under the lug -
gage compartment carpet in the tool kit
(please refer to the information under
“Tool kit” in Section 5).
Towing
TOWING: breakdown (1/3)
3
1
2
1
5
2
4
1
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Anomalies de fonctionnement (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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OPERATING FAULTS (2/8)
The starter is activated POSSIBLE CAUSESACTION REQUIRED
There is no response, the warning lights
fail to light up and the starter does not
turn. Discharged battery.
Connect another battery to the faulty bat-
tery.
Battery unserviceable. Replace battery.
Warning lights go dim and starter turns
very slowly. Battery terminals not tight,
battery terminals corroded.Retighten, reconnect or clean them if
they are oxidised.
Battery discharged or unserviceable. Connect another battery to the faulty
battery. Refer to the paragraph “battery:
troubleshooting” in section 5 or replace
the battery if necessary.
Do not push the vehicle if the steering
column is locked.
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Anomalies de fonctionnement (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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OPERATING FAULTS (5/8)
On the road POSSIBLE CAUSESACTION REQUIRED
Smoke under the bonnet. Short circuit or cooling circuit leak.Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away
from the vehicle and contact an ap-
proved Dealer.
Coolant circuit fault. Consult an approved dealer.
The oil pressure warning light comes on:
– while turning or braking, The level is too low. Top up the engine oil level (refer to the
information on “Engine oil level: topping
up/filling” in Section 4).
– at idle speed, Low oil pressure. Consult the nearest approved Dealer.
– is slow to go out or remains lit when
accelerating. Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle and contact an ap-
proved Dealer.
Loss of engine power. Clogged air filter.Replace the cartridge.
Fuel supply fault. Check the fuel level.
Faulty spark plugs, incorrect electrode
gaps. Consult an approved dealer.
Unstable idle speed or the engine stalls. Poor compression (spark plugs, ignition,
air leak).Consult an approved dealer.
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Anomalies de fonctionnement (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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On the road POSSIBLE CAUSESACTION REQUIRED
Steering becomes heavy. – assistance overheating, Leave to cool.
– weak or dead battery. Recharge or replace the battery.
The engine overheats. The coolant tem-
perature warning light comes on (or the
indicator needle is in the red area). Coolant pump: belt stretched or broken.
Engine cooling fan not working.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine
and contact an approved Dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the condition of hoses and clips.
Check the coolant reservoir: it should
contain fluid. If it does not, top it up (once
it has cooled) . Take care not to scald
yourself. This action is only temporary;
consult your approved Dealer as soon as
possible.
OPERATING FAULTS (6/8)
Radiator: if there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never be topped up using cold coolant while
the engine is very warm. After any procedure 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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Anomalies de fonctionnement (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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OPERATING FAULTS (8/8)
Electrical equipment POSSIBLE CAUSESACTION REQUIRED
The headlights
are not working. One only:
– blown bulb, Replace the bulb.
– disconnected wire or incorrectly-posi -
tioned connector, Check and reconnect the wire or the con-
nector.
– faulty earth connection. See above.
Both: – if the circuit is fused. Check and replace if necessary.
The headlights do not switch off. Faulty electrical controls.Consult an approved dealer.
Traces of condensation in the lights. This is not a fault. The presence of traces
of condensation in lights is a natural phe-
nomenon linked to variations in tempera-
ture.
These traces soon disappear when the
lights are switched on.