2012 RENAULT MEGANE RS steering

tyre pressure.......................................................... (current page)
5.10
ENG_UD10474_2
Pneumatiques (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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tyre pressuresAdhere to the tyre pressures (including
the emergency spare wheel). The tyre
pressures should be checked at least
once a month and additionally before
any long journey (refer to the label af -
fixed to the edge of the driver’s door). Pressures should be checked when the
tyres are cold; ignore higher pressures
which may be reached in hot weather
or following a fast journey.
If tyre pressures cannot be checked
when the tyres are
cold, the normal
pressures must be increased by 0.2 to
0.3 bar (or 3 PsI).
never deflate a hot tyre.
special note
Depending on the vehicle, there may
be an adapter which needs to be posi-
tioned on the valve before air is added.Fitting new tyres
emergency spare wheel
Refer to the information on the
“Emergency spare wheel” and in -
structions on “Changing a wheel” in
Section 5.
tyres (2/3)
Incorrect tyre pressures
lead to abnormal tyre wear
and unusually hot running.
These are factors which
may seriously affect safety and lead
to:
– poor road holding,
– risk of bursting or tread separa -
tion.
The pressure depends on the load
and the speed of use. Adjust the
pressure according to the condi -
tions of use (refer to the label affixed
to the edge of the driver’s door).
Please be aware that a
poorly tightened or miss -
ing valve cap can make the
tyres less airtight and lead
to pressure loss.
Always use valve caps identical to
those fitted originally and tighten
them fully.
For safety reasons, this op-
eration must be carried out
by a specialist.
Fitting different tyres may
change your vehicle as follows:
– It may mean that your vehicle no
longer conforms to current regu-
lations;
– It may change the way it handles
when cornering;
– It may cause the steering to be
heavy;
– It may affect the use of snow
chains.

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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.

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Remorquage : dépannage (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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tOwIng : breakdown (2/2)
Only use:
– at the rear, towing point 5;
– a t the front, towing hitch 4 (lo -
cated in the tool kit).
These towing points may only be used
for pulling the vehicle, never for lifting it
either directly or indirectly.
access to towing points
Unclip cover 3 or 6 by sliding a flat tool
(or the key integrated in the RENAULT
card) under the cover.
s crew in towing hitch 7 fully: as
much as possible by hand at first, then
finish by tightening it using the wheel -
brace.
Use only towing hitch 7 and the wheel -
brace located under the luggage com -
partment carpet in the tool kit (refer
to the information on the “Tool kit” in
Section 5).
W h e n t h e e n g i n e i s
stopped, steering and brak-
ing assistance are not op -
erational.Do not leave the tools unse-
cured inside the vehicle as
they may come loose under
braking.
4
5
36
7
7
– Use a rigid towing bar.
If a rope or cable is used
(where the law allows this),
the vehicle being towed
must be able to brake.
– A vehicle must not be towed if it is
not fit to be driven.
– Avoid accelerating or braking
suddenly when towing, as this
may result in damage being
caused to the vehicle.
– When towing a vehicle, it is ad -
visable not to exceed 30 mph
(50 km/h).

5.34
ENG_UD17369_3
Anomalies de fonctionnement (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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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.

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5.35
ENG_UD17369_3
Anomalies de fonctionnement (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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OPeratIng F aults (3/5)
On the road POssIBle causeswhat tO DO
The steering column remains locked. Steering wheel locked.Move the steering wheel while pressing the
engine start button (refer to the information
on “Starting the engine” in Section 2).
Coolant boiling in the coolant reser -
voir. Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder
head gasket.Stop the engine.
Contact an approved dealer.
Smoke under the bonnet. Short-circuit or cooling system leak.Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away
from the vehicle and contact an approved
dealer.
The oil pressure warning light comes
on: while cornering or braking The level is too low. Top up the engine oil level (refer to the in-
formation on “Engine oil level: topping up/
filling” in Section 4).
is slow to go out or remains lit
under acceleration Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle and contact an approved
dealer.
White smoke from the exhaust. This is not necessarily a fault. Smoke
may be caused by regeneration of the
particle filter.Refer to the information on “Special fea
-
tures of diesel versions” in Section 2.

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ENG_UD17369_3
Anomalies de fonctionnement (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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OPeratIng F aults (4/5)
On the road POssIBle causeswhat tO DO
Steering becomes heavy. Assistance overheating.Consult an approved dealer.
The engine overheats. The coolant
temperature indicator is in the warn -
ing zone and warning light
®
comes on. Engine cooling fan not working.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
contact an approved dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the coolant reservoir: it should con-
tain fluid. If there is no coolant, consult an
approved dealer as soon as possible.
Vibrations. Tyres not inflated to correct pres-
sures, incorrectly balanced or dam -
aged. Check the tyre pressures: if this is not the
problem, have them checked by an ap
-
proved dealer.
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.

7.4
FRA_UD19033_8
Index (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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AlphAbeticAl index (4/5)
p
paintwork
maintenance ..................................................... 4.12 – 4.13
parking distance control ......................................... 2.30 → 2.32
power-assisted steering ..................................................... 1.67
pretensioners ..................................................................... 1.25
puncture .............................................................. 5.2, 5.6 → 5.8
R
radio........................................................................\
........... 3.36
fitting a radio ................................................................ 5.28
rear bench seat ...................................................... 3.22 → 3.24
rear parcel shelf ..................................................... 3.26 → 3.28
rear screen de-icing/demisting ..................................... 3.5, 3.9
rear seats functions .......................................................... 3.22 → 3.24
rear view mirrors ................................................................ 1.69
RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE (RAID) ...................1.14
RENAULT card battery .......................................................................... 5.27
use ....................................................................... 1.2 → 1.9
RENAULT card battery ...................................................... 5.27
replacement parts .............................................................. 6.10
reverse gear selecting .................................................... 2.8, 2.33 → 2.35
reversing sensor .................................................... 2.30 → 2.32
roof bars ........................................................................\
.... 3.35
roof rack roof bars ....................................................................... 3.35
running in ........................................................................\
..... 2.2
S
screen wash/wipe .............................................................. 1.77
seat belt pretensioners .......................................... 1.25 → 1.28
front seat belt ...................................................1.25 → 1.28
seat belts .................................. 1.22 → 1.28, 1.30 – 1.31, 1.52 see-me-home lighting
............................................... 1.72, 1.74
service sheets ........................................................ 6.11 → 6.16
side indicator lights changing bulbs ............................................................. 5.20
side protection devices ...................................................... 1.30
signals and lights ................................................... 1.71 → 1.74
speakers location ........................................................................ 5.28
special features of diesel versions .......................................2.7
special features of petrol vehicles ....................................... 2.6
speed limiter ................................................. 1.51, 2.23 → 2.25
starting the engine ...................................................... 2.3 – 2.4
steering wheel adjustment ................................................................... 1.67
stopping the engine ............................................................. 2.5
storage compartment ............................................. 3.17 → 3.20
storage compartments ..................... 3.17 → 3.20, 3.29 → 3.31
storing the driver’s seat position ........................................1.20
sun visor ........................................................................\
.... 3.16
sunroof ................................................................... 3.12 → 3.14
switching on the vehicle ignition .......................................... 2.4
t
tailgate ........................... 3.25 – 3.26, 3.29 → 3.31, 3.33 – 3.34
tanks and reservoirs brake fluid ...................................................................... 4.8
coolant ........................................................................... 4.7
tanks and reservoirs: windscreen washer ........................................................ 4.9
technical specifications ............................ 6.3 → 6.7, 6.9 – 6.10
telephone ........................................................................\
... 3.36
temperature regulation ............................................ 3.6 → 3.10
tool kit ........................................................................\
.......... 5.6
towing breakdown ........................................................ 5.31 – 5.32
towing equipment ......................................................... 3.32

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7.5
FRA_UD19033_8
Index (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
ENG_NU_837-6_BDK95_Renault_7
AlphAbeticAl index (5/5)
towing a caravan ........................................................ 3.32, 6.9
towing equipment fitting ............................................................................ 3.32
towing hitch ............................................................. 5.31 – 5.32
towing rings ................................................... 1.35 – 1.36, 3.32
towing weights ..................................................................... 6.9
traction control: ASR .............................................. 2.19 → 2.22
transporting children .......................... 1.32 – 1.33, 1.35 → 1.45
transporting objects in the luggage compartment ............................ 3.32 → 3.34
luggage net ....................................................... 3.33 – 3.34
trims ........................................................................\
............. 5.6
trip computer and warning system ...1.50 → 1.53, 1.56 → 1.65
tyre inflation kit ........................................................... 5.3 → 5.5
tyre pressure ........................................ 2.16 → 2.18, 4.10, 5.10
tyre pressure monitor ............................................. 2.16 → 2.18
tyre pressures .................................................................... 4.10
tyres .......................................... 2.16 → 2.18, 4.10, 5.9 → 5.11
U
unlocking the doors ................................................ 1.12 – 1.13
V
variable power-assisted steering ....................................... 1.51
vehicle identification plates ......................................... 6.3 – 6.4
ventilation ................................................................ 3.4 → 3.10
W
warning buzzer ....................................... 1.10, 1.52, 1.70, 1.72
warning lights ................................... 1.50 → 1.53, 1.56 → 1.65
washing .................................................................. 4.12 – 4.13
weights ........................................................................\
........ 6.9
wheelbrace ........................................................................\
.. 5.6
wheels (safety) ........................................................ 5.9 → 5.11
windscreen de-icing/demisting ..................................... 3.5, 3.9
windscreen washer ......................................... 1.75 → 1.77, 4.9windscreen washer/wiper
....................................... 1.75 – 1.76
wiper blades ...................................................................... 5.30
wipers .................................................................... 1.75 → 1.77
blades .......................................................................... 5.30