
seat belts .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
additional methods of restraint to the front seat belts  ......................(up to the end of the DU)
seat belt pretensioners front seat belt  .................................. (up to the end of the DU)
air bag ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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ENG_UD23486_3
Dispositifs complémentaires à la ceinture avant (X45 - H45 - Renault)
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Additional methods of restraint:
to the front seat belts
METhOds Of REsTRAINT IN AddITION TO ThE fRONT sEAT BELTs (1/4)
Depending  on  the  vehicle,  they  are 
composed of:
– seat  belt  inertia  reel  pretension -
ers 1;
–  lap belt pretensioner 2;
–  air  bags  for  driver  and  front  pas -
senger 3.
These  systems  are  designed  to  act  in-
dependently or together when the vehi-
cle is subjected to a frontal impact.
The following systems will be triggered 
according to the level of impact force:
–  seat belt locking;
–  the seat belt inertia reel pretensioner 
(which  engages  to  correct  seat  belt 
slack);
–  the  lap  seat  belt  pretensioners  to 
hold the occupant in his seat;
–  the front air bag.
pretensioners
The  pretensioners  flatten  the  belt 
against  the  body,  holding  the  occupant 
against the seat, thus improving the ef-
ficiency of the belt.
In  the  event  of  a  severe  frontal  impact 
and  if  the  ignition  is  switched  on,  the 
system  may  engage  the  following  de -
pending on the force of the impact:
–  the  seat  belt  inertia  reel  preten -
sioner  1   which  instantly  retracts  the 
seat belt;
–  the  lap  belt  pretensioner  2  which  in-
stantly retracts the lap belt.
–   Have  the  entire  restraint 
system checked following 
an accident.
–  No  operation  whatso -
ever  is  permitted  on  any  part  of 
the  system  (pretensioners,  air 
bags, computers, wiring) and the 
system  components  must  not 
be  reused  on  any  other  vehicle, 
even if identical.
–  To  avoid  incorrect  triggering  of 
the  system  which  may  cause 
injury,  only  qualified  personnel 
from  an  approved  dealer  may 
work  on  the  pretensioner  and  air 
bag system.
–  The  ignition  module  electrical 
specifications may only be tested 
by  a  specially  trained  technician 
using special equipment.
–  When  the  vehicle  is  scrapped, 
contact  an  approved  dealer  for 
disposal  of  the  pretensioner  and 
air bag gas generators.
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1.22
ENG_UD23486_3
Dispositifs complémentaires à la ceinture avant (X45 - H45 - Renault)
ENG_NU_977-2_H45_Ph2_Renault_1
Jaune NoirNoir texte
METhOds Of REsTRAINT IN AddITION TO ThE fRONT sEAT BELTs (2/4)
force limiter
Above  a  certain  level  of  impact  force, 
this mechanism is used to limit the force 
of the belt against the chest so that it is 
at an acceptable level.
Air bags for driver and front 
passenger
An  “airbag”  marking  on  the  steer -
ing  wheel  and  the  dashboard  (airbag 
area  A )  indicates  that  this  device  is 
fitted.
Each air bag system consists of:
–  an  air  bag  and  gas  generator  fitted 
on  the  steering  wheel  for  the  driver 
and  in  the  dashboard  for  the  front 
passenger;
–  an  intelligent  computer  for  both  sys-
tems,  which  includes  an  impact 
sensor and a monitor controlling the 
electrical  trigger  system  for  the  gas 
generator;
–  an air bag warning light 
å on the 
instrument panel;
–  remote sensors for the device.
The  air  bag  system  oper -
ates  using  the  principles  of 
pyrotechnics.  This  explains 
why,  when  the  air  bag  in -
flates, it will generate heat, produce 
smoke  (this  does  not  mean  that  a 
fire  is  about  to  start)  and  make  a 
noise  upon  detonation.  In  a  situa -
tion  where  an  air  bag  is  required,  it 
will inflate immediately and this may 
cause some minor, superficial graz-
ing to the skin or other problems.
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additional methods of restraintto the rear seat belts  .......................(up to the end of the DU)
methods of restraint in addition to the seat belts  
(up to the end of the DU)
air bag ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
1.25
ENG_UD20768_2
Dispositifs complémentaires aux ceintures arrière (X45 - H45 - Renault)
ENG_NU_977-2_H45_Ph2_Renault_1
to the rear seat belts
METhOds Of REsTRAINT IN  AddITION TO ThE REAR sEAT BELTs
force limiter
Above  a  certain  level  of  impact  force, 
this mechanism is used to limit the force 
of the belt against the chest so that it is 
at an acceptable level.
–  Have the entire restraint system checked following an accident.
–  No  operation  whatsoever  is  permitted  on  any  part  of  the  system  (pre-
tensioners,  air  bags,  computers,  wiring)  and  the  system  components 
must not be reused on any other vehicle, even if identical.
–  To avoid incorrect triggering of the system which may cause injury, only quali -
fied personnel from an approved dealer may work on the pretensioner and air 
bag system.
–  The ignition module electrical specifications may only be tested by a specially 
trained technician using special equipment.
–  When the vehicle is scrapped, contact an approved dealer for disposal of the 
pretensioner and air bag gas generators.  

JauneNoirNoir texte
1.45
ENG_UD23307_5
Témoins lumineux (X45 - H45 - Renault)
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W ARNINg LIghTs (2/4)
ÚBattery charge warning light
If the light comes on accompa -
nied by the 
® warning light, this in-
dicates that the electrical circuit is over-
charged or undercharged.
ÀOil pressure warning light
If  it  comes  on  when  you  are 
driving  accompanied  by  the 
® 
warning light and a beep, it is essential 
to stop and switch off the ignition.
Check the oil level (refer to the informa-
tion on the “Engine oil level” in Section 
4).  If  the  level  is  normal,  the  light  has 
come on for another reason: contact an 
authorised dealer.
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®sTOp  light
This lights up when the ignition 
is switched on and goes out as soon as 
the  engine  is  started.  It  comes  on  with 
other  warning  lights  and/or  messages, 
and is accompanied by a beep.
It  requires  you  to  stop  immediately,  for 
your own safety, as soon as traffic con-
ditions allow. Switch off the engine and 
do not restart it.
Contact an approved Dealer.
DElectronic  parking  brake 
and  brake  circuit  fault  warn-
ing light
If  it  lights  up  while  braking,  accompa -
nied by the 
® warning light, this in-
dicates a low level in one of the circuits 
or a fault in the braking system.
Stop as soon as traffic conditions allow 
and contact an authorised dealer.©Warning light
This lights up when the ignition 
is switched on and goes out as soon as 
the  engine  is  started.  It  can  light  up  in 
conjunction  with  other  indicator  lights 
and/or  messages  on  the  instrument 
panel.
It  means  you  should  drive  very  care-
fully   to  an  authorised  dealer  as  soon 
as possible. If you fail to follow this rec-
ommendation,  you  risk  damaging  your 
vehicle. The presence and operation of the warning lights dEpENd ON ThE EQUIpMENT ANd cOUNTRY.  

lighting:exterior  ............................................ (up to the end of the DU)
instrument panel  ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
lights: side lights  ........................................ (up to the end of the DU)
lights: dipped beam headlights  .................. (up to the end of the DU)
hazard warning lights signal  ................. (up to the end of the DU)
signals and lights  .................................. (up to the end of the DU)
lighting: instrument panel  ............................. (up to the end of the DU)
1.63
ENG_UD23490_3
Eclairages et signalisations extérieures (X45 - H45 - Renault)
ENG_NU_977-2_H45_Ph2_Renault_1
Exterior lighting and signals
EXTERIOR LIghTINg  ANd sIgNALs (1/3)
kdipped beam 
headlights
Manual operation
Turn the ring 3 until the symbol is oppo -
site  mark  2 .  This  indicator  light  on  the 
instrument panel comes on.
Automatic operation
(depending on vehicle)
Turn ring  3 until the AUTO symbol is op-
posite mark  2: with the engine running, 
the  dipped  beam  headlights  switch  on 
or  off  automatically  depending  on  the 
brightness  of  the  light  outside,  without 
any action on stalk 1.
šside lightsTurn the ring  3 until the symbol 
is opposite mark  2.
The  instrument  panel  will  light  up.  The 
brightness  can  be  adjusted  by  turning 
the control knob  4. If the side lights are 
not switched on, it is not possible to set 
the  brightness.  This  control  can  also 
be  used  to  adjust  the  brightness  of  the 
audio  equipment  and  air  conditioning 
display.
áMain beam headlightsWith  the  dipped  beam  head -
lights  lit,  push  stalk  1   forwards.  This 
indicator  light  on  the  instrument  panel 
comes on.
To  return  to  the  dipped  headlight  posi-
tion, pull the stalk 1 towards you again.
If  the  headlights  are  off,  you  can  pull 
stalk  1   towards  you  to  flash  the  head -
lights. The headlights go off as soon as 
the stalk is released.
Before  driving  at  night: 
check  the  electrical  equip -
ment  is  operating  correctly 
and  adjust  your  headlights 
(if  your  vehicle  is  not  carrying  its 
normal  load). As  a  general  precau -
tion,  check  that  the  lights  are  not 
obscured (by dirt, mud, snow or ob-
jects being transported).
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2.4
ENG_UD27279_4
D  marrage du moteur (X45 - H45 - obsol  te - Renault)
ENG_NU_977-2_H45_Ph2_Renault_2
STARTING THE ENGINE (2/2)
Accessories function(Switching on the ignition)
To  switch  on  certain  functions  with  the 
engine  off  (radio,  navigation  system, 
etc.), press button  1 without depressing 
the pedals.
Note:   these  can  be  switched  off  by 
pressing button  1 twice.
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Operating faults
In  certain  cases,  the  hands-free 
RENAULT card may not work:
– when  the  RENAULT  card  battery  is 
drained, flat battery, etc.
–  near  to  appliances  operating  on  the 
same  frequency  as  the  card  (moni -
tor, mobile phone, video game, etc.);
–  if  the  vehicle  is  located  in  a  zone  of 
high electromagnetic radiation.
The  message  “ Please  insert  card ”  ap-
pears on the instrument panel  A.
Insert the RENAULT card fully into card 
reader 2.
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Driver’s responsibility
Never  leave  your  vehicle 
with  the  RENAULT  card 
inside  and  never  leave  a 
child  (or  a  pet)  unsupervised,  even 
for a short while.
There  is  a  risk  that  they  could  start 
the  engine  or  operate  electrical 
equipment  (electric  windows  etc.) 
and  trap  part  of  their  body  (neck, 
arms, hands, etc.).
Risk of serious injury.
Never  switch  off  the  ignition  before 
the vehicle has come to a complete 
stop.  Switching  off  the  engine  dis -
ables  the  assistance  equipment: 
brakes,  steering,  etc.,  and  passive 
safety  equipment  such  as  airbags 
and pretensioners.  

stopping the engine .............................. (up to the end of the DU)
driving  ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
2.5
ENG_UD27287_4
Arr  t du moteur (X45 - H45 - Renault)
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Stopping the engine
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Special note
If  the  card  is  no  longer  in  the  reader 
when  you  try  to  switch  the  engine 
off,  the  message  “ No  keycard  Press 
and  hold ”  appears  on  the  instrument 
panel  A :  press  button  1   for  over  two 
seconds.
Hands-free RENAULT card:
With  the  card  in  the  vehicle,  press 
button  1: the engine will stop. The steer-
ing  column  is  locked  when  the  driver’s 
door is opened or the vehicle is locked.
If the card is no longer in the passenger 
compartment when you try to switch the 
engine  off,  the  message  “ No  keycard 
Press  and  hold ”  appears  on  the  instru-
ment panel: press button  1 for over two 
seconds.
With  the  engine  switched  off,  any  ac -
cessories  being  used  (radio,  etc.)  will 
continue  to  function  for  approximately 
10 minutes.
When  the  driver’s  door  is  opened,  the 
accessories stop working.
Conditions for stopping the 
engine
The vehicle must be stationary, with the 
lever  positioned  in  N  or  P  for  vehicles 
with an automatic transmission.
Remote control RENAULT 
card
With  the  card  in  reader  2,  press 
button  1: the engine will stop. Removing 
the card from the reader locks the steer-
ing column.
Never  leave  your  vehicle 
with  the  RENAULT  card 
inside  and  never  leave  a 
child  (or  a  pet)  unsuper -
vised, even for a short while.
There  is  a  risk  that  they  could  start 
the  engine  or  operate  electrical 
equipment  (electric  windows  etc.) 
and  trap  part  of  their  body  (neck, 
arms, hands, etc.).
Risk of serious injury.
Never  switch  off  the  ignition  before 
the vehicle has come to a complete 
stop.  Switching  off  the  engine  dis -
ables  the  assistance  equipment: 
brakes,  steering,  etc.,  and  passive 
safety  equipment  such  as  airbags 
and pretensioners.
When  leaving  your  vehi -
cle,  in  particular  with  the 
RENAULT  card,  check  that 
the  engine  has  completely 
stopped.
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2.16
ENG_UD27288_2
Conseils : antipollution,   conomies de carburant, conduite  (X45 - H45 - Renault)
ENG_NU_977-2_H45_Ph2_Renault_2
ADvICE: antipollution, fuel economy and driving  (3/3)
Advice on use
– Electricity  is  fuel;  switch  off  all  the 
electrical  components  which  are 
not  really  needed.  However  (safety 
first),  keep  your  lights  on  when  the 
visibility is bad (“see and be seen”).
–  Use  the  air  vents.  Driving  with  the 
windows open at 60 mph (100 km/h) 
will  increase  fuel  consumption  by 
4%.
– Avoid  using  the  car  for  door-to-door 
calls  (short  journeys  with  long  waits 
in  between)  because  the  engine 
never  reaches  its  normal  operating 
temperature.
Tyres
– An  underinflated  tyre  increases  fuel 
consumption.
–  The  use  of  non-recommended  tyres 
can increase fuel consumption.
– 
In  vehicles  fitted  with  air  condi -
tioning,   it  is  normal  to  observe  an 
increase  in  fuel  consumption  (es -
pecially  in  urban  conditions)  when 
it  is  used.  For  vehicles  fitted  with 
manual  air  conditioning,  switch  off 
the system when it is not required.
Advice  for  reducing  consumption 
and  therefore  helping  to  preserve 
the environment:
If the vehicle has been parked in the 
sun,  open  the  doors  for  a  few  mo -
ments to let the hot air escape before 
starting the engine.
–  Never  fill  the  fuel  tank  right  to  the 
brim to avoid overflow.
–  Do  not  leave  an  empty  roof  rack 
fitted to the vehicle.
–  It is better to fit a trailer for bulky ob-
jects.
–  When  towing  a  caravan,  fit  a  wind 
deflector and adjust it carefully.