2012 RENAULT PULSE Owners Manual


> (GLW    0RGHO .$2(0B5HQDXOW @
Washer operation
To operate the washer, push the lever toward the front
of the vehi\fle*3until the desired amount of washer
fluid is spread on the rear window. The wiper will
automati\fally operate several times.
\bIC4127Type A
\bIC4145Type BThe rear window defogger swit\fh operates when the
ignition swit\fh is in the “ON” position.
The defogger is used to redu\fe the moisture, fog or
frost on the rear window surfa\fe and outside door
mirror surfa\fe (if equipped) to improve the rear view.
When the defogger swit\fh
*1is pushed, the indi\fator
light*2illuminates and the defogger operates for
approximately 15 minutes. After the preset time has
passed, the defogger will turn off automati\fally.
To turn off the defogger manually, push the defogger
swit\fh again.
CAUTION:
. When operating the defogger continuously,
be sure to start the engine. Otherwise, it may
cause the battery to discharge.
. When cleaning the inner side of the window,
be careful not to scratch or damage the
electrical conductors on the surface of the
window.
NOTE:
When the rear defogger is turned on, the Stop/
Start (Idling Stop) System (if equipped) will not
be activated.
Instruments and controls2-35
DEFOGGER SWITCH (if equipped)
&RQGLWLRQ


> (GLW    0RGHO .$2(0B5HQDXOW @
2-36Instruments and controls
SIC2475
The hazard indi\fator f\basher swit\fh operates with the
ignition swit\fh in any position ex\fept when the battery
is dis\fharged.
The hazard indi\fator f\basher is used to warn other
drivers when you have to stop or park under
emergen\fy \fonditions.
When the hazard indi\fator f\basher swit\fh is pushed, a\b\b
turn signa\b \bights wi\b\b f\bash. To turn off the hazard
indi\fator f\basher, push the hazard indi\fator f\basher
swit\fh again.
JVI0362X
The horn swit\fh operates with the ignition swit\fh in
any position ex\fept when the battery is dis\fharged.
When the horn swit\fh is pushed and he\bd, the horn wi\b\b
sound. Re\beasing the horn swit\fh wi\b\b \fease the horn
sound.
MANUAL WINDOWS (if equipped)
SIC4435
The side windows \fan be opened*1or \f\bosed*2by turning the hand \frank on ea\fh door.
POWER WINDOWS (if equipped)
WARNING:
.Make sure that all passengers have their
hands, etc. inside the vehicle before operat-
ing the power windows.
. Never leave children or adults who would
normally require the support of others alone
in the vehicle. They could unknowingly
activate switches or controls and inadver-
tently become involved in an accident.
The power windows operate when the ignition swit\fh
is in the “ON” position.
To open a window, push down the power window
swit\fh.
To \f\bose a window, pu\b\b up the power window swit\fh.
HAZARD INDICATOR FLASHER
SWITCH HORN
WINDOWS
&RQGLWLRQ


> (GLW    0RGHO .$2(0B5HQDXOW @
Driver’s window switch
The driver’s switch, which is the main switch, can
control all windows\f
Locking passengers’ windows:
JVI\b\b36XFront and rear typeWhen the lock button*1is pushed in, the passen-
gers’ windows cannot be operated\f
To cancel the passengers’ windows lock, push the lock
button
*1again\f
Passenger’s window switch
SIC2311
The passenger’s switch can control its corresponding
window\f When the passengers’ windows lock button on the
driver’s switch is pushed in, the passenger’s switch
cannot be operated\f
Automatic function
JVI\b\b37XFront and rear typeAutomatic function is available for the switch that has
anmark on its surface\f
The automatic function enables a window to fully open
or close (if equipped) without holding the switch down
or up\f
To fully open the window, push the power window
switch down to the second detent and release the
switch\f To fully close the window (if equipped) , pull the
power window switch up to the second detent and
release the switch\f The switch does not have to be
held during window operation\f
To stop the window open/close operation during the
automatic function, push down or pull up the switch in
opposite directions\f Window timer (if equipped):
The window timer allows the window switch to be
operated for 15 minutes even if the ignition switch is
turned off and the key is removed\f The window timer
will be cancelled when the corresponding door is
opened or the preset time has expired\f
Auto-reverse function (if equipped):
WARNING:
There is a small distance just before the closed
position which cannot be detected. Make sure
that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside
the vehicle before closing the windows.
The auto-reverse function enables a window to
automatically reverse when something is caught in
the window as it is closing by the automatic function\f
When the control unit detects an obstacle, the window
will be lowered immediately\f
Depending on the environment or driving conditions,
the auto-reverse function may activate if an impact or
load similar to something being caught in the window
occurs\f
When power window switch does not oper-
ate
Some power window functions (automatic close
function, auto-reverse function) will not operate as
described after the battery cable is disconnected and
the electrical supply is interrupted\f Perform the
following procedure to initialize the power window
functions\f
1\f Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position\f
2\f If the driver’s window is closed, open it completely
by operating the driver’s window switch\f
Instruments and controls2-37
&RQGLWLRQ


> (GLW    0RGHO .$2(0B5HQDXOW @
2-38Instruments and controls
3. Pull up and hold the driver\fs window switch toclose the driver\fs window. \bold the switch for
approximately 3 seconds after the window has
been fully closed, and then release it.
4. Check if the power window functions operate properly.
If you open or close the power window continuously, it
may cause the power window not to operate properly.
Perform the above procedure.
If the power window functions do not operate properly
after performing the above procedure, repeat the
steps. See a RENAULT dealer, if necessary, for
checking the power window system.WARNING:
Never allow hands, fingers, or any part of your
body within operating range of the sunshade.
You could be injured.
CAUTION:
. Do not place any heavy objects on the roof
glass or surrounding area.
. Do not hang from the sunshade and/or the
sunshade opening or hang any objects from
it. It may cause damage or deformation to
the sunshade.
. Close the sunshade when you leave the
vehicle for extended periods of time to
prevent the inside of the vehicle from reach-
ing high temperatures.
JVI0020X
To open or close the sunshade, operate the knob*A.
To open the sunshade, slide it toward the rear of the
vehicle
*1. To close, slide the sunshade toward the
front of the vehicle*2. If the battery cable is disconnected, the clock will reset
its time and the correct time will not be indicated.
Readjust the time.
For model with the vehicle information display, see
“Vehicle information display” (P.2-20)
For the clock adjustment in the audio unit (if equipped) .
See “Audio system” (P.4-8) .
ADJUSTING TIME
Meter display model (if equipped)
SIC4406
The digital clock*2in the meter displays the time
when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
To display the clock, push the adjusting knob
*1. To
adjust the time, perform the following procedure.
1. Push the clock adjusting knob
*1for 3 seconds
or more to enter time adjust mode.
The hours display will start to flash.
2. Push the clock adjusting knob
*1to adjust the
hour.
To advance the time, hold down the knob
*1.
3. Wait at least 5 seconds for the minute display to flash.
SUNSHADE (if equipped) CLOCK
&RQGLWLRQ


> (GLW    0RGHO .$2(0B5HQDXOW @
4. Push the clock adjusting knob*1to adjust the
\finutes.
To advance the ti\fe, hold do\bn the knob
*1.
Wait at least 5 seconds for the second display “:”
to flash.
5. Push the clock adjusting knob
*1to reset the
second counter.
The selected values \bill be stored if no user input is
detected for 60 seconds, or can be reset by using the
adjusting knob.
SIC4436
The po\ber outlet is for po\bering electrical accessories
such as cellular telephone.
CAUTION:
. The outlet and plug may be hot during or
immediately after use.
. This power outlet is not designed for use
with a cigarette lighter unit.
. Do not use with accessories that exceed a 12
volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use
double adapters or more than one electrical
accessory.
. Use power outlets with the engine running
to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
. Avoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window de-
fogger is on.
. Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be
sure to turn off the power switch of electrical
accessory being used and the ignition
switch.
. Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good
contact is not made, the plug may overheat
or the internal temperature fuse may open. .
Do not allow water to contact the outlet.
. When not in use, be sure to close the cap.
Instruments and controls2-39
POWER OUTLETS (if equipped)
&RQGLWLRQ


> (GLW    0RGHO .$2(0B5HQDXOW @
2-40Instruments and controls
WARNING:
.The storages should not be used while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
. Keep the storage lids closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
GLOVE BOX
SIC4407Type ATo ope\f the g\bove box, pu\b\b the ha\fd\be.
To c\bose, push the \bid i\f u\fti\b the \bock \batches.
JVI0692XType BTo ope\f the g\bove box, tur\f the k\fob cou\fterc\bockwise.
To c\bose, push the \bid i\f a\fd tur\f the k\fob c\bockwise.
UPPER INSTRUMENT BOX (if equipped)
JVC0034X
To ope\f the upper i\fstrume\ft box, push the butto\f.
To c\bose, push the \bid dow\f.
CARD HOLDER (if equipped)
JVI0018X
Pu\b\b the su\f visor dow\f a\fd s\bide a card i\f the card
ho\bder*A.
CUP HOLDERS
CAUTION:
Avoid abrupt starting and braking especially
when the cup holder is being used to prevent
spilling the contents. If the contents are hot, they
could scald you or your passengers.
SIC4408Front
STORAGES
&RQGLWLRQ


> (GLW    0RGHO .$2(0B5HQDXOW @
SIC4409Rear
TONNEAU BOARD (if e\fuipped\b
WARNING:
.Never put anything on the tonneau board, no
matter how small. Any object on it could
cause an injury in an accident or sudden
stop.
. Do not leave the tonneau board in the
vehicle with it disengaged from the holder.
The tonneau board keeps the luggage compartment
contents hidden from the outside.
SIC4410
To remove the tonneau board:
1. Remove the straps
*1from the back door.
2. Remove the tonneau board from the tonneau board holders
*2.
SPA1909
1. To block out glare from the front, swing down thesun visor*1.
2. To block glare from the side, remove the sun visor from the center mount and swing it to the side
*2.
Instruments and controls2-41
SUN VISORS
&RQGLWLRQ


> (GLW    0RGHO .$2(0B5HQDXOW @
2-42Instruments and controls
CAUTION:
.Do not leave the light switch on when the
engine is not running for extended periods
of time to prevent the battery from being
discharged.
. Turn off the lights when you leave the
vehicle.
JVI0022X
ROOM LIGHT
The roo\f ligh\b*Ahas a \bhree-posi\bion swi\bch.
When \bhe swi\bch is in \bhe on posi\bion
*3, \bhe ligh\b
illu\fina\bes.
When \bhe swi\bch is in \bhe cen\ber posi\bion
*2, \bhe roo\f
ligh\b illu\fina\bes when a door is opened.
The in\berior ligh\b \bi\fer will keep \bhe roo\f ligh\b on for
approxi\fa\bely 15 seconds or 30 seconds when:
. The key is re\foved fro\f \bhe igni\bion swi\bch wi\bh all
doors closed (\fodel wi\bhou\b In\belligen\b Key
sys\be\f) .
. The igni\bion swi\bch is placed in \bhe "OFF" or
LOCK" posi\bion (\fodel wi\bh In\belligen\b Key sys-
\be\f) . .
The driver’s door is unlocked wi\bhou\b \bhe key in \bhe
igni\bion swi\bch (\fodel wi\bhou\b In\belligen\b Key
sys\be\f) .
. The doors are unlocked wi\bh \bhe UNLOCK bu\b\bon
(on \bhe keyfob or In\belligen\b Key) or \bhe reques\b
swi\bch (\fodel wi\bh In\belligen\b Key sys\be\f) wi\bh \bhe
igni\bion swi\bch in \bhe "LOCK" posi\bion.
. The driver’s door is opened and \bhen closed wi\bh
\bhe igni\bion swi\bch in \bhe "LOCK" posi\bion and
wi\bhou\b \bhe key in \bhe igni\bion swi\bch.
The in\berior ligh\b \bi\fer will be cancelled when:
. The driver’s door is locked.
. The igni\bion swi\bch is \burned \bo \bhe “ON” posi\bion.
When \bhe swi\bch is in \bhe off posi\bion
*1, \bhe roo\f
ligh\b does no\b illu\fina\be, regardless of any condi\bion.
FRONT MAP LIGHTS (if equipped)
To \burn on \bhe fron\b \fap ligh\b*B(if equipped) , push
\bhe on swi\bch*2, and \bhe ligh\b illu\fina\bes. To \burn off,
push \bhe off swi\bch*1.
Ba\b\bery saver sys\be\f
If any door is lef\b open for a period of \bi\fe wi\bh \bhe
roo\f ligh\b swi\bch placed horizon\bally or \bhe roo\f
con\brol swi\bch in \bhe cen\ber posi\bion
*2, \bhe roo\f ligh\b
will au\bo\fa\bically \burn off.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
&RQGLWLRQ