2012 RENAULT MEGANE RS battery

5.1
ENG_UD19031_7
Sommaire 5 (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Section 5: Practical advice
Puncture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2
Emergency spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2
Tyre inflation kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.3
Tool kit (jack - wheelbrace, etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6
Wheel trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7
Tyres (tyre and wheel safety, use in winter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9
Headlights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12
Rear lights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.15
Indicator lights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.20
Interior lights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.21
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.23
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.25
RENAULT card: battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.27
Fitting a radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.28
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.29
Wiper (replacing blades) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.30
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.31
Operating faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.33

batterytroubleshooting ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.25
ENG_UD9611_2
Batterie : dépannage (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Battery
Battery: troubleshooting (1/2)
to avoid all risk of sparks:
– Ensure that any electrical consumers
(courtesy lights, etc.) are switched
off before disconnecting or recon -
necting 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 cir-
cuit between the terminals.
– Always wait at least one minute after
the engine has been switched off
before disconnecting a battery.
– Make sure that you reconnect the
battery terminals after refitting.
connecting a battery charger
the battery charger must be com -
patible with a battery with nominal
voltage of 12 volts.
Do not disconnect the battery when the
engine is running. Follow the instruc-
tions given by the manufacturer of
the battery charger you are using.
Special procedures may be
required to charge some
batteries. Contact your ap -
proved dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which may
cause an immediate explosion, and
charge the battery in a well-venti -
lated area. Risk of serious injury.
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.
The engine may be hot when car -
rying out operations in close prox -
imity. In addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.

5.26
ENG_UD9611_2
Batterie : dépannage (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Attach positive lead A to mounting 1
attached to (+) terminal 2 then to
(+) terminal 3 of the battery supplying
the current.
Attach the negative lead B to the
(– ) terminal 4 of the battery supplying
the current, then to the (–) terminal 5
of the discharged battery.
Start the engine. As soon as it is run -
ning, disconnect leads A and B in the
reverse order ( 5 - 4 - 3 - 2 ).
starting the vehicle using the
battery from another vehicle
If you have to use the battery from an-
other vehicle to start, obtain suitable
jump leads (with a large cross section)
from an approved dealer or, if you al -
ready have jump leads, ensure that
they are in perfect condition.
the two batteries must have an iden-
tical nominal voltage of 12 volts. The
battery supplying the current should
have a capacity (amp-hours, Ah) which
is at least the same as that of the dis-
charged battery.
Ensure that there is no risk of contact
between the two vehicles (risk of short
circuiting when the positive terminals
are connected) and that the discharged
battery is properly connected. Switch
off your vehicle ignition.
Start the engine of the vehicle supply -
ing the current and run it at an interme-
diate engine speed.
Battery: troubleshooting (2/2)
2
3
4
5
a
B
1
Check that there is no con-
tact between leads A and B
and that the positive lead A
is not touching any metal
parts on the vehicle supplying the
current.
Risk of injury and/or damage to the
vehicle.
2
5

RENAULT cardbattery ............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
RENAULT card battery .........................(up to the end of the DU)
5.27
ENG_UD14060_2
Carte RENAULT : pile (X91 - B91 - K91 - Renault)
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Operating faultsIf the battery is too weak to ensure cor-
rect operation, you may start (insert the
RENAULT card in the card reader) and
lock/unlock the vehicle (refer to the in-
formation on “Locking/unlocking the
doors” in Section 1).
RENAULT card: battery
renault carD: battery
replacing the batteryWhen the message “Low card battery”
appears on the instrument panel, re -
place the RENAULTcard battery, press
button 1 , pulling on emergency key 2 ,
then unclip cover 3 using tab 4.
Remove the battery by pressing on one
side (movement A ) and by lifting the
other (movement B) then replace it, en-
suring the polarity and model, shown
on cover 3 are respected.
Do not throw away your
used batteries; give them to
an organisation responsible
for collecting and recycling
batteries.
1
2
When refitting, proceed in the reverse
order, then press one of the buttons on
the card four times, close to the vehicle:
the next time the vehicle is started, the
message will disappear.
n ote: it is not advisable to touch the
electronic circuit or contacts on the
RENAULT card when replacing the bat-
tery.
a
B
3
The batteries are available from approved Dealers, and their service life approxi -
mately two years. Check that there is no dye on the battery: risk of an incorrect
electrical contact.
4
Check that the cover is clipped shut.

towingbreakdown ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
towing hitch ........................................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.31
ENG_UD14787_2
Remorquage : dépannage (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Towing
tOwIng : breakdown (1/2)
Before towing, unlock the steering
column: with the clutch depressed,
engage first gear (lever in position n
or r for vehicles with automatic trans -
missions), insert the RENAULT card in
the card reader then press the engine
start button for two seconds.
Reposition the lever to neutral (posi -
tion N for vehicles fitted with an auto -
matic gearbox)
The steering column unlocks, the ve -
hicle’s accessory functions are pow -
ered, and you can use the vehicle lights
(brake lights, hazard warning lights,
etc.). At night, the vehicle must be lit.
Once you have finished towing, press
the engine start button twice (risk of
running down the battery). 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).
t owing a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox
With the engine switched off, the trans-
mission is no longer lubricated. It is
preferable to tow this type of vehicle on
a trailer or tow it with the front wheels
off the ground.
u nder exceptional circumstances,
you may tow the vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, only going for -
ward, with the gear lever in the n posi-
tion, and for a distance not exceeding
50 miles (80 km).
If the lever is stuck in P,
even though you are de -
pressing the brake pedal,
the lever can be released
manually. To do this, insert a rigid
rod in the hole 2, press the rod and
unlocking button 1 located on the
lever simultaneously.
1
2
D o n o t r e m o v e t h e
RENAULT card from the
reader when the vehicle is
being towed.

operating faults ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
faults operating faults ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.33
ENG_UD17369_3
Anomalies de fonctionnement (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Operating faults
OPeratIng F aults (1/5)
the following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repairs. For safety reasons you should always contact
an approved dealer as soon as possible.
using the renault card POssIBle causeswhat tO DO
The RENAULT card does not lock or
unlock the doors. Card battery is flat.
Replace the battery. You can still lock/
unlock and start your vehicle (refer to the
information on “Locking/unlocking the
doors” in Section 1 and “Starting/Stopping
the engine” in Section 2).
Use of appliances operating on the
same frequency as the card (mobile
phone, etc.). Stop using the equipment or use the in
-
tegrated key (refer to the information on
“Locking/unlocking the doors” in Section 1).
Vehicle located in a high electromag -
netic radiation zone.
Vehicle battery flat. Use the key integrated in the card (refer to
the information on “Locking/unlocking the
doors” in Section 1).

5.34
ENG_UD17369_3
Anomalies de fonctionnement (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
OPeratIng F aults (2/5)
the starter is activated POssIBle causeswhat tO DO
The instrument panel indicator lights
are weak or fail to light up and the
starter does not turn. Battery terminals not tight, battery
terminals disconnected or oxidised.
Retighten or reconnect the terminals, or
clean them if they are oxidised.
Discharged battery or not opera -
tional. Connect another battery to the faulty bat
-
tery. Refer to information on “Battery: trou-
bleshooting” in Section 5 or replace the bat-
tery if necessary.
Do not push the vehicle if the steering
column is locked.
The engine will not start. Starting conditions are not fulfilled.Refer to the information on “Starting/stop -
ping the engine” in Section 2.
The hands-free RENAULT card
does not work. Insert the card in the card reader in order to
start the engine.
Refer to the information on “Starting/stop
-
ping the engine” in Section 2.
The engine cannot be switched off. Card not detected.Insert the card in card reader.
Electronic fault. Press the starter button quickly five times.

7.1
FRA_UD19033_8
Index (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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AlphAbeticAl index (1/5)
A
ABS .............................................................. 1.51, 2.19 → 2.22
accessories........................................................................\
5.29
accessories socket ............................................................ 3.21
additional methods of restraint .....................1.25 → 1.28, 1.31
side protection ............................................................. 1.30
to the front seat belts ....................................... 1.25 → 1.28
to the rear seat belts ........................................ 1.25 → 1.29
adjusting your driving position ....................... 1.15 – 1.16, 1.22
advice on antipollution ........................................... 2.12 → 2.14
air bag ........................................................... 1.25 → 1.31, 1.51
activating the front passenger air bags ........................ 1.45
deactivating the front passenger air bags .................... 1.43
air conditioning ........................................................ 3.4 → 3.11
air vents ...................................................................... 3.2 – 3.3
anti-corrosion check .............................................. 6.17 → 6.22
anti-corrosion protection ......................................... 4.12 – 4.13
anti-lock braking system: ABS ...............................2.19 → 2.22
antipollution advice .......................................................................... 2.12
armrest: front .............................................................................. 3.18
ashtray ........................................................................\
....... 3.21
ASR (traction control) ............................................ 2.19 → 2.22
audible and visual signals .................................................. 1.70
automatic gearbox (use) ........................................ 2.33 → 2.35
automatic gearbox selector lever ...........................2.33 → 2.35
b
battery ....................................................................... 1.52, 4.11
troubleshooting ................................................. 5.25 – 5.26
bonnet ........................................................................\
.......... 4.2
brake fluid ........................................................................\
.... 4.8
bulbs changing .......................................................... 5.12 → 5.20c
catalytic converter
....................................................... 2.6 – 2.7
central door locking ........................................ 1.8, 1.12 → 1.14
changing a bulb ..................................................... 5.12 → 5.20
changing a wheel ........................................................ 5.7 – 5.8
changing gear ................................................. 2.8, 2.33 → 2.35
child restraint/seat ............................. 1.32 – 1.33, 1.35 → 1.45
child safety .........1.2, 1.6, 1.11, 1.32 – 1.33, 1.35 → 1.45, 3.12
child seats .......................................... 1.32 – 1.33, 1.35 → 1.42
children ...................................... 1.10 – 1.11, 1.32 – 1.33, 1.33
children (safety) .......................................... 1.2, 1.6, 1.11, 3.12
cigar lighter ........................................................................\
3.21
clock ........................................................................\
.......... 1.68
closing the doors ................................................... 1.10 → 1.13
control instruments ................................................ 1.50 → 1.65
controls .................................................................. 1.46 → 1.49
coolant ........................................................................\
1.54, 4.7
courtesy light ...................................... 3.15 – 3.16, 5.21 – 5.22
courtesy mirrors ................................................................. 3.16
cruise control ................................................ 1.51, 2.23 → 2.29
cruise control-speed limiter.................................... 2.23 → 2.29
customised vehicle settings ............................................... 1.66
customising the vehicle settings ........................................ 1.66
d
dashboard .............................................................. 1.46 → 1.49
daytime running lights ........................................................ 1.71
deadlocking the doors ......................................................... 1.8
dimensions ................................................................ 6.5 → 6.7
dipstick........................................................................\
......... 4.4
display ................................................................... 1.50 → 1.55
doors .............................................................. 1.10 – 1.11, 1.14
doors/tailgate .......................................... 1.8, 1.10 – 1.11, 1.14
driver’s position ..................................................... 1.46 → 1.53
driving ................................ 2.2 – 2.4, 2.6 → 2.14, 2.16 → 2.35