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5. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” \fosition tounlock the steering wheel.
\bhe vehicle may be moved to the desired location.
Re\flace the removed shift lock release cover after the
o\feration.
For model with Intelligent Key system: If the battery is
discharged com\fletely, the steering wheel cannot be
unlocked. Do not move the vehicle with the steering
wheel locked.
If the selector lever cannot be moved out of the “P”
(Park) \fosition, have a RENAUL\b dealer check the
CV\b system as soon as \fossible.
WARNING:
If the selector lever cannot be moved from the
“P” (Park) position while the engine is running
and the brake pedal is depressed, the stop lights
may not work. Malfunctioning stop lights could
cause an accident injuring yourself and others.
High fluid tem\ferature \frotection mode
\bhis transmission has a high fluid tem\ferature \frotec-
tion mode. If the fluid tem\ferature becomes too high
(for exam\fle, when climbing stee\f grades in high
tem\ferature with heavy loads, such as when towing a
trailer) , engine \fower and, under some conditions,
vehicle s\feed will be decreased automatically to
reduce the chance of transmission damage. Vehicle
s\feed can be controlled with the accelerator \fedal,
but engine and vehicle s\feed may be limited.
Fail-safe
When the fail-safe o\feration occurs, the CV\b will not
be shifted to the selected driving \fosition.
If the vehicle is driven under extreme conditions,
such as excessive wheel spinning and subse-
quent hard braking, the fail-safe system may be
activated. This will occur even if all electrical
circuits are functioning properly. In this case,
place the ignition switch in the “OFF”position
and wait for 10 seconds. Then turn the ignition
switch back to the “ON”position. The vehicle
should return to its normal operating condition.
If it does not return to its normal operating
condition, have a RENAULT dealer check the
transmission and repair it if necessary.
WARNING:
When the fail-safe operation occurs, vehicle
speed may be gradually reduced. The reduced
speed may be lower than other traffic, which
could increase the chance of a collision. Be
especially careful when driving. If necessary, pull
to the side of the road at a safe place and allow
the transmission to return to normal operation,
or have it repaired if necessary.
DRIVING WI\bH MANUAL \bRANSMISSION
(M\b)
WARNING:
. Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads.
This may cause a loss of vehicle control.
. Do not over-rev the engine when shifting to
a lower gear. This may cause a loss of
vehicle control or engine damage.
CAUTION:
.Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal
while driving. This may damage the clutch
system.
. Fully depress the clutch pedal before shift-
ing to help prevent transmission damage.
. Stop the vehicle completely before shifting
into the “R” (Reverse) position.
. When the vehicle is stopped for a period of
time, for example waiting at stoplights, shift
to the “N” (Neutral) position and release the
clutch pedal with the foot brake pedal
depressed.
. Do not shift to the "N" (Neutral) position
while driving. Doing so may result in an
accident due to loss of engine braking.
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5-28Starting and driving
.Push, then quickly rele\fse the RES\b+ or SET\bí
switch. E\fch time you do this, the set speed will
incre\fse or decre\fse by \fpproxim\ftely 1 km\bh or 1
MPH.
Resuming preset speed limit:
Push the RES\b+ switch. The SET indic\ftor (light)
illumin\ftes, \fnd the speed limiter will resume the l\fst
set speed limit. If the vehicle is driven \ft \f speed over
the l\fst set speed limit, the set speed indic\ftor will
blink.
C\fnceling speed limit
To c\fncel the speed limiter, push the CANCEL switch.
The SET indic\ftor (light) will turn off. (The set speed
indic\ftor will rem\fin on the displ\fy.)
If the \fcceler\ftor ped\fl is fully depressed (beyond the
resist\fnce point) , the speed limiter is tempor\frily
suspended \fnd the vehicle speed m\fy be controlled
\fbove the set speed. (For Continuously V\fri\fble
Tr\fnsmission model: The tr\fnsmission m\fy downshift
into \f lower ge\fr) . The SET indic\ftor (light) will rem\fin
on the instrument p\fnel (for Type B model) or vehicle
inform\ftion displ\fy (for Type C model) .
If the \fcceler\ftor ped\fl returns to the resist\fnce point
\fnd the vehicle speed returns to the set speed, the
speed limiter will \fctiv\fte \fnd limit vehicle speed.
When one of the following oper\ftions is performed, the
speed limiter will be c\fnceled. The speed limiter
indic\ftor light, \fnd the SET indic\ftor (light) \fnd the
LIMIT indic\ftor will turn off. These c\fnceling methods
will er\fse the set speed limit memory.
. Push the speed limiter MAIN switch.
. Push the cruise control MAIN switch.
Speed limiter m\flfunction
Type B model:
If the speed limiter m\flfunctions, the SET indic\ftor light
on the instrument p\fnel will blink. Turn the speed
limiter MAIN switch off \fnd h\fve the system checked
by \f RENAULT de\fler.
Type C model:
If the speed limiter m\flfunctions, the SET indic\ftor on
the vehicle inform\ftion displ\fy will blink. Turn the
speed limiter MAIN switch off \fnd h\fve the system
checked by \f RENAULT de\fler.WARNING:
.Always observe the posted speed limits and
do not set the speed over them.
. Do not use the cruise control when driving
under the following conditions. Doing so
could cause a loss of vehicle control and
result in an accident.
— When it is not possible to keep the
vehicle at a constant speed
— When driving in heavy traffic
— When driving in traffic that varies speed
— When driving in windy areas
— When driving on winding or hilly roads
— When driving on slippery (rain, snow, ice, etc.) roads
CAUTION:
On manual Transmission (MT) model, do not
shift to the “N” (Neutral) position without
depressing the clutch pedal when the cruise
control is operated. Should this occur, depress
the clutch pedal and turn the cruise control MAIN
switch off immediately. Failure to do so may
cause engine damage.
CRUISE CONTROL (if equipped)
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Tires*:
Check the pressure with a gauge often and alwa\fs
prior to long distance trips. If necessar\f, ad\bust the
pressure in all tires, including the spare, to the
pressure specified. Check carefull\f for damage, cuts
or excessive wear.
Tire rotation*:
Tires should be rotated ever\f 10,000 km (6,000
miles) . However, the timing for tire rotation ma\f var\f
according to \four driving habits and the road surface
conditions.
Wheel alignment and balance (for Europe):
If the vehicle should pull to either side while driving on
a straight and level road, or if \fou detect uneven or
abnormal tire wear, there ma\f be a need for wheel
alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highwa\f
speeds, wheel balancing ma\f be needed.
Windshield:
Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the
windshield at least ever\f six months for cracks or other
damage. Have a damaged windshield repaired b\f a
qualified repair facilit\f.
Wiper blades*:
Check for cracks or wear if the\f do not wipe properl\f.
Inside vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be checked
on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic
maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.Accelerator pedal:
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure
that the pedal does not catch or require uneven effort.
Keep the floor mats awa\f from the pedal.
Brake pedal*:
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure
that it has the proper distance under it when
depressed full\f. Check the brake booster function.
Keep the floor mats awa\f from the pedal.
Parking brake*:
Check that the pedal/lever has the proper distance of
travel.
Seat belts:
Check that all parts of the seat belt s\fstem (for
example, buckles, anchors, ad\busters and retractors)
operate properl\f and smoothl\f, and that the\f are
installed securel\f. Check the belt webbing for cuts,
fra\fing, wear or damage.
Steering wheel:
Check for changes in the steering conditions, such as
excessive free pla\f, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes:
Make sure that all warning lights and chimes are
operating properl\f.
Windshield defogger:
Check that the air comes out of the defogger outlets
properl\f and in good quantit\f when operating the
heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*:
Check that the wipers and washer operate properl\f
and that the wipers do not streak.
Under hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be checked
periodicall\f (for example, each time \fou check the
engine oil or refuel) .
Battery*:
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between
the UPPER and LOWER levels. Vehicles operated in
high temperatures or under severe conditions require
frequent checks of the batter\f fluid level.
Brake and clutch fluid level*:
Make sure that the brake and clutch fluid level is
between the MAX and MIN lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*:
Check the coolant level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*:
Make sure the drive belts are not fra\fed, worn, cracked
or oil\f.
Engine oil level*:
Check the level on the dipstick after parking the vehicle
on a level surface and turning off the engine.
Fluid leaks:
Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid
leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a while.
Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is
normal. If \fou should notice an\f leaks or if fuel fumes
are evident, check for the cause and have it corrected
immediatel\f.
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1. B\fake a\bd clutch* fluid \fese\fvoi\f— Right-Ha\bd D\five (RHD) model
2. E\bgi\be d\five belts
3. E\bgi\be oil fille\f cap
4. Ai\f clea\be\f
5. B\fake a\bd clutch* fluid \fese\fvoi\f — Left-Ha\bd D\five (LHD) model 6. Fuse/fusible li\bk box
7. Wi\bdow washe\f fluid \fese\fvoi\f
8. E\bgi\be oil dipstick
9. Radiato\f cap
10. Batte\fy
11. E\bgi\be coola\bt \fese\fvoi\f
*: Fo\f Ma\bual T\fa\bsmissio\b (MT) Model
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
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1. En\bine drive belts
2. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir— Ri\bht-Hand Drive (RHD) model
3. En\bine oil filler cap
4. Air cleaner
5. Brake and clutch* fluid reservoir — Left-Hand Drive (LHD) model
6. Fuse/fusible link box \f. Window washer fluid reservoir
8. En\bine oil dipstick
9. Radiator cap
10. Battery
11. En\bine coolant reservoir
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1. E\fgi\fe \brive belts
2. Brake a\f\b clutch* flui\b reservoir— Right-Ha\f\b Drive (RHD) mo\bel
3. E\fgi\fe oil filler cap
4. Air clea\fer
5. Brake a\f\b clutch* flui\b reservoir — Left-Ha\f\b Drive (LHD) mo\bel
6. Fuse/fusible li\fk box 7. Wi\f\bow washer flui\b reservoir
8. E\fgi\fe oil \bipstick
9. Ra\biator cap
10. Battery
11. E\fgi\fe coola\ft reservoir
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1. Br\fke \fn\b clutch flui\b reservoir
2. Air cle\fner
3. Fuse/Fusible link hol\bers
4. Priming pump
5. Win\bow w\fsher flui\b reservoir
6. Engine \brive belts
7. Engine oil filler c\fp
8. Engine oil \bipstick9. Engine cool\fnt reservoir
10. B\fttery
The l\fyout illustr\fte\b is for mo\bels equippe\b with \fn
engine cover.
WARNING:
. Never remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. Serious burns could be caused
by high-pressure fluid escaping from the
radiator. Wait until the engine and radiator
cool down.
. Engine coolant is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers out of
the reach of children.
The engine cooling system is fille\b \ft the f\fctory with \f
high-qu\flity, ye\fr-roun\b, \fnti-freeze cool\fnt solution.
The \fnti-freeze solution cont\fins rust \fn\b corrosion
inhibitors, therefore \f\b\bition\fl cooling system \f\b\bitives
\fre not necess\fry.
CAUTION:
. Never use any cooling system additives such
as radiator sealer. Additives may clog the
cooling system and cause damage to the
engine, transmission and/or cooling system.
. When adding or replacing coolant, be sure
to use only fluids approved by our technical
department with the proper mixture ratio.
Examples of the mixture ratio are shown
below:
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
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system should be thoroughly checked by a REN\fULT
dealer\bWARNING:
.Use only new fluid from a sealed container.
Old, inferior, or contaminated fluid may
damage the clutch system.
. Clean the filler cap before removing.
. Clutch fluid is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers out of
the reach of children.
CAUTION:
Do not spill the clutch fluid on painted surfaces.
This will damage the paint. If clutch fluid is
spilled, wash it off with plenty of water immedi-
ately.
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Check the fluid level in the reservoir\b If the fluid is
below the MIN line, add fluid up to the M\fX line\b (See
“Recommended fuel/lubricants and capacities” (P\b9-2)
for the recommended types of fluid\b)
If the fluid must be added frequently, the clutch system
should be thoroughly checked by a REN\fULT dealer\b Contact a REN\fULT dealer if checking or replacement
is required\b
CAUTION:
.
Use only fluids approved by our technical
department. Do not mix with other fluids.
. Using automatic transmission fluid other
than fluids approved by our technical de-
partment will cause deterioration in drive-
ability and transmission durability, and may
damage the transmission, which is not
covered by the warranty.
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CLUTCH FLUID (if equipped)
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
(ATF) (if equipped)
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