2012 RENAULT MEGANE RS engine

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warning buzzer ...................................................... (current page)
see-me-home lighting ............................................ (current page)
lights mobile directional ............................................. (current page)
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Éclairages et signalisations extérieurs (X95 - B95 - Renault)
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EXTERIOR LIgHTINg ANd sIgNALs (2/3)
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special note:
– If the dipped beam headlights are
manually switched on and if the light
is sufficient, the directional head -
lights will remain fixed;
– If the lights come on automatically
when cornering, the directional
headlights will start working from the
next time the vehicle corners;
– When the dipped beam headlights
are switched on with the engine
running and the vehicle stationary,
the lights move to reinitialise them -
selves. If not, there is a system fault.
switching off the lights
There are two possibilities:
– Manually, move ring 2 to position 0;
– automatically, the lights will go out
when the engine is switched off, the
driver’s door is opened or the vehicle
is locked. In this case, the next time
the engine is started the lights will be
switched back on according to the
position of the ring 2.
Note: if the fog lights are lit, the lights
are not switched off automatically.
“see-me-home lighting”
function
This function allows you to briefly switch
on the dipped beam headlights (to pro-
vide light when opening a gate, etc.).
With the engine and lights off, and
ring 2 in position 0, pull stalk 1 towards
you: the dipped beam headlights come
on for approximately thirty seconds.
To increase this duration, you may pull
the stalk up to four times (total time re-
stricted to two minutes). The message
“See-me-home _ _ _”, accompanied by
the lighting time is displayed on the in-
strument panel to confirm the action.
To switch off the lights before they go
out automatically, turn ring 2 to any po-
sition, then return it to position 0.
directional headlights
Depending on the vehicle, with the
dipped beam headlights on and under
certain conditions (speed, steering
wheel angle, forwards gear selected,
etc.) when cornering, the dipped beam
headlights move to light the inside of
the bend.
Operating faults
When the message “Check lighting”,
accompanied by the
© warning
light is displayed on the instrument
panel, there is a lighting fault.
Consult an approved dealer.
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Éclairages et signalisations extérieurs (X95 - B95 - Renault)
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EXTERIOR LIgHTINg ANd sIgNALs (3/3)
When driving in fog or snow, or
when transporting objects which are
higher than the roof, the headlights
do not come on automatically.
Switching on the fog lights remains
the responsibility of the driver: the
indicator lights on the instrument
panel inform you whether the fog
lights are lit (indicator light on) or not
(indicator light not on).
5
6
1
gfront fog lights
Turn centre ring 5 on stalk 1
until the symbol faces mark 6, then re-
lease it.
Operation of the fog lights depends on
the exterior lighting position selected,
and an indicator light will light up on the
instrument panel.
fRear fog light
Turn centre ring 5 on the stalk
until the symbol faces mark 6, then re-
lease it.
Operation of the fog lights depends on
the exterior lighting selected, and an in-
dicator light will light up on the instru -
ment panel.
To avoid inconveniencing other road
users, remember to switch off the rear
fog light when it is no longer needed.
Lights-on reminder buzzer
If the lights are on after the engine is
switched off, a warning beep sounds
when the driver ’s door is opened to
warn you that the lights are still on.
switching off the lights
Turn ring 5 again until mark 6 is oppo -
site the symbol for the fog light that you
wish to switch off. The corresponding
indicator light on the instrument panel
goes out.
The front and rear fog lights switch off
when the exterior lights are switched
off.

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windscreen washer/wiper ..................... (up to the end of the DU)
windscreen washer ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Essuie-vitre / lave-vitre avant (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Wash/Wipe
v ehicle fitted with front
windscreen wiper rain sensor
A park
B automatic wiper function.
When this position is selected, the
system detects water on the wind -
screen and triggers the wipers at a
suitable wiping speed. It is possi -
ble to change the triggering thresh-
old and the time sweeps by turning
ring 2:
– E: minimum sensitivity
– F: maximum sensitivity
note: in foggy weather or during
snowfalls, the wiping is not automati-
cally triggered and remains under
the driver’s control.
C normal wiping speed
D fast wiping speed
special note
When driving the vehicle
, the wiping
speed slows down whenever the ve -
hicle stops. For example, fast wiping
speed will slow to normal wiping speed.
As soon as the vehicle moves off,
wiping will return to the speed originally
selected.
If stalk 1 is operated, it overrides and
cancels the automatic function.
v ehicle fitted with intermittent
windscreen wipers
A park
B intermittent wiping
The wipers will pause for several
seconds between sweeps. It is
possible to change the time be -
tween sweeps by turning ring 2.
C normal wiping speed
D fast wiping speed
WINdscREEN WAsH/WIpE (1/2)
1
1
A
B
c
d
E
f
2
For all vehicles, position C can be
accessed with the ignition on and
positions B and D can only be ac -
cessed with the engine running.

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Essuie-vitre / lave-vitre avant (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Headlight washers
Headlights on
On equipped vehicles, hold stalk 1
pulled towards you for about 1 second,
and the headlight washers and wind -
screen washers will be activated at the
same time.
Note: when the minimum windscreen
washer fluid level is reached, the head -
light washer system may be deprimed.
Fill the windscreen washer fluid and
then activate the windscreen washer,
with the engine running , to reprime
the system.
Before any action on the
windscreen (washing the
vehicle, de-icing, cleaning
the windscreen, etc.) return
stalk 1 to position A (park).
Risk of injury and/or damage.
Windscreen washer
With the ignition on, pull stalk 1 then
release.
A brief pull will trigger a single sweep
of the wipers, in addition to the wind -
screen washer.
A longer pull will trigger three sweeps
of the wipers followed, a few seconds
later, by a fourth, in addition to the wind -
screen washer.
WINdscREEN WAsH/WIpE (2/2)
1
In freezing or snowy weather, ensure
they are not stuck to the windscreen
(including the central area located
behind the interior rear-view mirror)
and the rear screen before starting
the wipers (risk of motor overheat -
ing).
A
B
c
d
1
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in position A (park).
Risk of injury.

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fuel filling ................................................ (up to the end of the DU)
fuel grade ............................................... (up to the end of the DU)
fuel tank capacity ........................................... (up to the end of the DU)
fuel capacity ............................................................ (current page)
fuel filler cap ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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ENG_UD18917_5
Réservoir à carburant (X95 - B95 - Renault)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
vehicles running on ethanol -based
fuel
It is essential to use unleaded petrol or
fuel containing a maximum of 85% eth-
anol (E85).
In very cold conditions, it may be very
difficult or even impossible to start the
engine. To avoid this problem, use un-
leaded petrol or, on equipped vehicles,
use the heater integrated in the engine:
connect the special end of the exten -
sion piece supplied into the socket in -
tegrated into the radiator grille and the
other end into a 220v socket for at least
6 hours before starting.
Note: you may notice an increase in
fuel consumption with this type of fuel
Useable fuel tank capacity:
59 litres approximately.
With the vehicle unlocked, to open the
compartment B , place your finger into
the recess C.
Valve A is integrated into the filler pipe.
For details on filling the fuel tank, refer
to the information on “Filling with fuel”.
To close it, press on the fuel filler flap by
hand, as far as it will go.
fuel gradeUse a high-grade fuel that complies
with the legislation in force in each
country and which must conform to the
specifications given on the label on the
cover B . Refer to the information on
“Engine specifications” in Section 6.
diesel versions
It is essential to use diesel fuel that
conforms with the information given on
the label inside cover B.
petrol versions
It is essential to use unleaded petrol.
The octane rating (RON) must conform
to the specifications on the label inside
fuel filler flap B. Refer to the information
on “Engine specifications” in Section 6.
Fuel tank (filling with fuel)
fUEL TANK (1/2)
BAc
Never press valve A with your fingers.
Do not wash the filler area with a high pressure washer.
Do not mix even small
amounts of petrol (un -
leaded or E85) with diesel.
Do not use ethanol-based
fuel if your vehicle is not compatible
with this fuel.

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Réservoir à carburant (X95 - B95 - Renault)
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filling with fuel
Insert the nozzle to open the valve A
and insert fully before turning it on to
fill the fuel tank (risk of splashing).
Keep the nozzle in this position through -
out the entire filling operation.
When the pump cuts out automatically
at the end of the filling procedure, a
maximum of two further filling attempts
may be made, as there must be suffi -
cient space in the fuel tank to allow for
expansion.
Make sure that no water enters the fuel
tank during filling. The valve A and its
surround must remain clean.
petrol versions
Using leaded petrol will damage the
antipollution system and may lead to a
loss of warranty.
To ensure that the fuel tank is not filled
with leaded petrol, the fuel tank filler
neck contains a restrictor fitted with a
foolproof system which only allows
the nozzle for unleaded petrol to be
used (at the pump).
No modifications what -
soever are permitted on
any part of the fuel supply
system (computers, wiring,
fuel circuit, injector, protection
covers, etc.) as this may be danger-
ous (such work must be undertaken
by qualified Network personnel).
fUEL TANK (2/2)
Running out of fuel on diesel
versions
After a breakdown caused by com-
pletely running out of fuel, the system
must be reprimed before the engine is
restarted: Use bulb 1.
The engine can now be restarted.
If the engine does not start after several
attempts, contact an approved Dealer.
1persistent smell of
fuel
If you notice a persistent
smell of fuel you should:
– stop the vehicle as soon as traf-
fic conditions allow and switch off
the ignition;
– switch on the hazard warning
lights and ask your passengers
to leave the vehicle and to keep
away from traffic;
– contact an approved Dealer.

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ENG_UD19028_7
Sommaire 2 (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Section 2: Driving
(Advice on use relating to fuel economy and the environment)
Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
Stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5
Special features of petrol versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6
Special features of diesel versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7
Gear lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8
Electronic parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9
Advice: antipollution and fuel economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.12
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
Tyre pressure monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.16
Driver correction devices/aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.19
Speed limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.23
Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.26
Parking distance control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.33

running in .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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ENG_UD10078_2
Rodage (X91 - B91 - K91 - X95 - J95 - R95 - Renault)
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Running in
RUNNING IN
Petrol version
Up to 600 miles (1,000 km) , do not
exceed 78 mph (130 km/h) in top gear
or 3,000 to 3,500 rpm.
You may only expect top performance
from your vehicle after approximately
1,800 miles (3 000 km).
S e r v i c e i n t e r v a l s : r e f e r t o t h e
Maintenance Service Booklet for the
vehicle. Diesel version
For the first
900 miles (1,500 km), do
not exceed 2,500 rpm. After complet -
ing this mileage you may drive faster,
however, it is only after approximately
3600 miles (6,000 km) that you may
reasonably expect full performance.
During the running in period, do not ac-
celerate hard while the engine is still
cold and do not let the engine over-rev.
S e r v i c e i n t e r v a l s : r e f e r t o t h e
Maintenance Service Booklet for the
vehicle.