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quickly become high enough to cause se-
vere or possibly fatal illness to people and
animals.
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Left-Hand Drive (LHD) model
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Right-Hand Drive (RHD) model1. Firmly apply the par\fing bra\fe.
\b. Automatic Transmission (AT)/Continuously Vari-able Transmission (CVT) model: Move the selector
lever to the “P” (Par\f) position.
Manual Transmission (MT) model: Move the shift
lever to the “R” (Reverse) position. When par\fing
on an uphill grade, move the shift lever to the “1”
(1st) position. 3. To help prevent the vehicle from moving into traffic
when par\fed on an incline, it is a good practice to
turn the wheels as illustrated.
HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB
*1
Turn the wheels into the curb and move the vehicle
forward until the curb side wheel gently touches
the curb. Then apply the par\fing bra\fe. HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB
*2
Turn the wheels away from the curb and allow the
vehicle to move bac\f until the curb side wheel
gently touches the curb. Then apply the par\fing
bra\fe.
HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, WITHOUT
CURB
*3
Turn the wheels toward the side of the road so the
vehicle will move away from the center of the road
if the vehicle moves. Then apply the par\fing bra\fe.
4. Model with Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the “OFF” position.
Model without Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position
and remove the \fey.
NOTE:
For Model with Stop/Start (Idling Stop) System:
Use this system when the vehicle is stopped for
a period of time, for example waiting at stop-
lights.
Stop the engine with the ignition switch when
parking, etc. for an extended period of time.
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WARNING:
.The sonar (parking sensor) system is a
convenience but it is not a substitute for
proper parking. Always look around and
check that it is safe to do so before parking.
Always move slowly.
. Read and understand the limitations of the
sonar (parking sensor) system as contained
in this section. Inclement weather may affect
the function of the sonar (parking sensor)
system; this may include reduced perfor-
mance or a false activation.
. This system is not designed to prevent
contact with small or moving objects.
. The system is designed as an aid to the
driver in detecting large stationary objects to
help avoid damaging the vehicle. The system
will not detect small objects below the
bumper, and may not detect objects close
to the bumper or on the ground.
. If your vehicle sustains damage to the
bumper fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent,
the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or
false alarms.
CAUTION:
Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as
possible to hear the tone clearly.
When the ignition switch is in the \fON” \bosition, the
sonar (\barking sensor) system is o\berational.
The sonar (\barking sensor) system sounds a tone to
warn the driver of obstacles near the bum\ber. The
\barking sensor indicator will also a\b\bear in the vehicle
information dis\blay. (See \fParking Sensor Indicator”
(P.5-32) .) The system detects rear obstacles when the
selector/shift lever is in the \fR” (Reverse) \bosition. The
system may not detect objects at s\beeds above 10
km/h (6 MPH) and may not detect certain angular or
moving objects.
The sonar (\barking sensor) system detects obstacles
u\b to 1 m (3.3 ft) from the bum\ber with a decreased
coverage area at the outer corners of the bum\ber,
(refer to the illustration for a\b\broximate zone coverage
areas) . As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of
the tone increases. When the obstacle is less than 30cm (11.8 in) away, the tone will sound continuously.
Kee\b the sonar sensors (located on the bum\ber fascia)
free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do
not clean the sensors with shar\b objects) . If the
sensors are covered, it will affect the accuracy of the
sonar (\barking sensor) system.
If the sonar (parking sensor) system malfunc-
tions, the beep sounds for 3 seconds when the
selector/shift lever is moved to the
\fR”(Reverse)
position. Have the system checked by a RE-
NAULT dealer.
PARKING SENSOR INDICATOR (if
equi\b\bed)
JVS0026X
*1Parking sensor dis\blay
*ACorner sensor indicator
*BCenter sensor indicator
With the sonar (\barking sensor) system ON in the \fR”
(Reverse) \bosition, when the corner/center sensors
(sonar) detect obstacles near the bum\ber, a tone will
sound and the \barking sensor indicator will a\b\bear in
the vehicle information dis\blay
*1.
The \barking sensor indicators
*Aand*Bindicate
the \bosition of the object and the distance to the
SONAR (parking sensor) SYSTEM (if
equipped)
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object with the rate of blinking.
When an object is \fetecte\f, the in\ficator appears an\f
blinks (the tone so\bn\fs intermittently) . When the
vehicle moves closer to the object, the n\bmber of bars
\fecreases an\f the rate of blinking increases (the rate
of the tone increases) . When the corner of the vehicle
is very close to the object, less than 30 cm (11.8 in)
away, the n\bmber of bars \fecreases an\f the in\ficator
stops blinking (the tone so\bn\fs contin\bo\bsly) .
PARKING SPACE MEASUREMENT OP-
ERATION (if eq\bippe\f for E\brope)
System operation
JVS0111XParking space measurement switch*1Parking space meas\brement switch
*2ON in\ficator light
The system is inten\fe\f to help the \friver parallel park
easily. When the system is activate\f by pressing the
switch, it informs the \friver of parallel parking
availability.
Press the switch
*1to t\brn on the parking space
meas\brement system.
JVS0030X
1. Select left or right to parallel park by operating the t\brn signal switch.
2. Drive the vehicle alongsi\fe the cars yo\b will parallel park between at approximately 15 km/h (9
MPH) . Maintain approximately a one meter \fis-
tance between yo\br vehicle an\f the one next to
yo\br vehicle as ill\bstrate\f
*A.
3. When the parking space is meas\bre\f, a beep so\bn\fs.
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Measurement result:
The displa\f indicatin\b the measurement result
*B(“OK”, “DIFFICULT” or “NOT ADVISED” ) will appear in
the meter as illustrated.
CAUTION:
.This system provides you with an estimation
of the space in which parallel parking is
possible. Be aware that the system does not
guarantee that parking is always possible in
this space.
. This system may not be able to measure the
parking space correctly between the tall
vehicles such as trucks.
. When the tire pressure is not correct, this
system may not be able to measure the
parking space correctly.
. When replacing a tire with one other than a
genuine RENAULT tire (the same size as the
original tire) , have your vehicle adjusted by
RENAULT dealer. If genuine RENAULT tires
are not used, the system cannot guarantee
accurate measurement of the parking space. .
When the sensor is covered in snow or mud,
the system may not be able to measure the
parking space correctly. Always keep your
sensor clean.
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*1Parkin\b space measurement switch
*2ON indicator li\bht
Setting the level mode:
Dependin\b on \four drivin\b level, the modes can be
selected from the followin\b.
. Amateur .
Normal
. Expert
To set the mode, perform the followin\b procedure:
1. Push and hold the parkin\b space measurement switch
*1for at least 5 seconds. The buzzer then
sounds for 5 seconds.
2. Push the switch
*1the number of times needed
to set the desired mode within 10 seconds. After
10 seconds, the buzzer sounds the number of
times previousl\f pushed.
If the switch is not pushed, the buzzer will sound the
number of times that corresponds to the current mode
set.
The mode can be selected to "Amateur", "Normal" and
"Expert" b\f pushin\b the switch once to three times
while the buzzer sounds as follows:
. Push the switch once to select Amateur mode.
. Push the switch two times to select Normal mode.
. Push the switch three times to select Expert mode.
Each mode indicates the size of space in which
parkin\b is possible as follows:
. The Amateur mode indicates the lar\best parkin\b
space.
. The Normal mode indicates the medium parkin\b
space.
. The Expert mode indicates the smallest parkin\b
space.
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System malfunction
JVS0032\f
If the “S\bSTEM ERROR” display appears and/or the
ON indicator light on the parking space measurement
switch blinks, have the system checked by a RENAULT
dealer.\bour vehicle was designed to be used to carry
passengers and luggage. RENAULT does not recom-
mend trailer towing, because it places additional loads
on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain, steering, braking,
and other systems.
CAUTION:
Vehicle damage resulting from towing a trailer is
not covered by the warranty.
WARNING:
.
If the engine is not running or is turned off
while driving, the power assist for the
steering will not work. The steering will be
harder to operate.
. When the electric power steering warning
light illuminates with the engine running, the
power assist for the steering will cease
operation. You will still have control of the
vehicle but the steering will be harder to
operate.
The electric power steering system is designed to
provide power assist while driving to operate the
steering wheel with light force.
When the steering wheel is operated repeatedly or
continuously while parking or driving at a very low
speed, the power assist for the steering wheel will be
reduced. This is to prevent overheating of the electric
power steering system and protect it from getting
damaged. While the power assist is reduced, steering
wheel operation will become heavy. When the
temperature of the electric power steering system
goes down, the power assist level will return to normal.
Avoid repeating such steering wheel operations that
could cause the electric power steering system to
overheat.
\bou may hear a fricative sound when the steering
wheel is operated quickly. However, this is not a
malfunction.
If the electric power steering warning light
illuminates while the engine is running, it may indicate
the electric power steering system is not functioning
properly and may need servicing. Have the electric
power steering system checked by a RENAULT dealer.
(See “Electric power steering warning light” (P.2-14) .)
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TRAILER TOWING
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
SYSTEM
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When the electric power steering warning light
ill\fminates with the engine r\fnning, the power assist
for the steering will cease operation\b Yo\f will still have
control of the vehicle\b However, greater steering effort
is needed, especially in sharp t\frns and at low speeds\bThe brake system has two separate hydra\flic circ\fits\b If
one circ\fit malf\fnctions, yo\f will still have braking
ability at two wheels\b
BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
Vac\f\fm assisted brakes
The brake booster aids braking by \fsing engine
vac\f\fm\b If the engine stops, yo\f can stop the vehicle
by depressing the foot brake pedal\b However, greater
foot press\fre on the foot brake pedal will be req\fired
to stop the vehicle\b The stopping distance will be
longer\b
If the engine is not r\fnning or is t\frned off while driving,
the power assisted brakes will not f\fnction\b Braking
will be harder\b
WARNING:
Do not coast with the engine stopped.
When the brake pedal is depressed slowly and firmly,
yo\f may hear a clicking noise and feel a slight
p\flsation\b This is normal and indicates that the Brake
Assist System is operating\b
Using brakes
Avoid resting yo\fr foot on the foot brake pedal while
driving\b This will overheat the brakes, wear o\ft the
brake linings/pads faster, and increase f\fel cons\fmp-
tion\b
To help red\fce brake wear and to prevent the brakes
from overheating, red\fce speed and downshift to a
lower gear before going down a slope or long grade\b
Overheated brakes may red\fce braking performance
and co\fld res\flt in loss of vehicle control\b
While driving on a slippery s\frface, be caref\fl when
braking, accelerating or downshifting\b Abr\fpt brakingor acceleration co\fld ca\fse the wheels to skid and
res\flt in an accident\b
Wet brakes
When the vehicle is washed or driven thro\fgh water,
the brakes may get wet\b As a res\flt, yo\fr braking
distance will be longer and the vehicle may p\fll to one
side d\fring braking\b
To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed
while lightly depressing the foot brake pedal to heat \fp
the brakes\b Do this \fntil the brakes ret\frn to normal\b
Avoid driving the vehicle at high speeds \fntil the
brakes f\fnction correctly\b
Driving \fphill
When starting on a steep grade, it is sometimes
diffic\flt to operate both the brake and cl\ftch (for
Man\fal Transmission model) \b Apply the parking brake
to hold the vehicle\b Do not slip the cl\ftch\b When ready
to start, slowly release the parking brake while
depressing the accelerator pedal and releasing the
cl\ftch pedal\b
Driving downhill
The engine braking action is effective for controlling
the vehicle while descending hills\b For Man\fal Trans-
mission (MT) model, the shift lever sho\fld be placed in
the lower speed position prior to descending\b For
A\ftomatic Transmission (AT) model, the “1” or “2”
position sho\fld be selected\b For Contin\fo\fsly Variable
Transmission (CVT) model, the “L” position sho\fld be
selected\b
BRAKE SYSTEM
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BRAKE ASSIST (if equipped)
Whe\f the for\be applied to the brake pedal ex\beeds a
\bertai\f level, the Brake Assist is a\btivated, ge\ferati\fg
greater braki\fg for\be tha\f a \bo\fve\ftio\fal brake
booster eve\f with light pedal for\be.
WARNING:
The Brake Assist is only an aid to assist braking
operation and is not a collision warning or
avoidance device. It is the driver’s responsibility
to stay alert, drive safely and be in control of the
vehicle at all times.
WARNING:
.The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a
sophisticated device, but it cannot prevent
accidents resulting from careless or danger-
ous driving techniques. It can help maintain
vehicle control during braking on slippery
surfaces. Remember that stopping distances
on slippery surfaces will be longer than on
normal surfaces even with ABS. Stopping
distances may also be longer on rough,
gravel or snow covered roads, or if you are
using tire chains. Always maintain a safe
distance from the vehicle in front of you.
Ultimately, the driver is responsible for
safety.
. Tire type and condition may also affect
braking effectiveness.
— When replacing tires, install the speci-
fied size of tires on all four wheels.
— When installing a spare tire, make sure that it is the proper size and type as
specified on the tire placard. (See “Tire
placard” (P.9-8) .)
— For detailed information, see “Tires and
wheels” (P.8-34) .
The A\fti-lo\bk Braki\fg System (ABS) \bo\ftrols the
brakes so the wheels do \fot lo\bk duri\fg hard braki\fg
or whe\f braki\fg o\f slippery surfa\bes. The system
dete\bts the rotatio\f speed at ea\bh wheel a\fd varies
the brake fluid pressure to preve\ft ea\bh wheel from
lo\bki\fg a\fd slidi\fg. By preve\fti\fg ea\bh wheel from
lo\bki\fg, the system helps the driver mai\ftai\f steeri\fg
\bo\ftrol a\fd helps to mi\fimize swervi\fg a\fd spi\f\fi\fg
o\f slippery surfa\bes.
USING SYSTEM
Depress the brake pedal a\fd hold it dow\f. Depress
the brake pedal with firm steady pressure, but do \fot
pump the brakes. The ABS will operate to preve\ft the
wheels from lo\bki\fg up. Steer the vehi\ble to avoid
obsta\bles.
WARNING:
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may
result in increased stopping distances.
SELF-TEST FEATURE
The ABS i\f\bludes ele\btro\fi\b se\fsors, ele\btri\b pumps,
hydrauli\b sole\foids a\fd a \bomputer. The \bomputer has
a built-i\f diag\fosti\b feature that tests the system ea\bh
time you start the e\fgi\fe a\fd move the vehi\ble at a low
speed i\f forward or reverse. Whe\f the self-test
o\b\burs, you may hear a “\blu\fk” \foise a\fd/or feel a
pulsatio\f i\f the brake pedal. This is \formal a\fd does
\fot i\fdi\bate a malfu\f\btio\f. If the \bomputer se\fses a
malfu\f\btio\f, it swit\bhes the ABS off a\fd illumi\fates the
ABS war\fi\fg light o\f the i\fstrume\ft pa\fel. The brake
system the\f operates \formally, but without a\fti-lo\bk
assista\f\be.
If the ABS war\fi\fg light illumi\fates duri\fg the self-test
or while drivi\fg, have the vehi\ble \bhe\bked by a
RENAULT dealer.
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ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
(ABS) (if equipped)
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NORMAL OPERATION
The ABS o\ferate\b at \b\feed\b above 5 to 10 km/h (3 to
6 MPH) . The \b\feed varie\b according to road condi-
tion\b.
When the ABS \ben\be\b that one or more wheel\b are
clo\be to locking u\f, the actuator ra\fidly a\f\flie\b and
relea\be\b hydraulic \fre\b\bure. Thi\b action i\b \bimilar to
\fum\fing the brake\b very quickly. You may feel a
\ful\bation in the brake \fedal and hear a noi\be from
under the hood or feel a vibration from the actuator
when it i\b o\ferating. Thi\b i\b normal and indicate\b that
the ABS i\b o\ferating \fro\ferly. However, the \ful\bation
may indicate that road condition\b are hazardou\b and
extra care i\b required while driving.When leaving your vehicle unoccu\fied:
.
Alway\b take the key with you - even when leaving
the vehicle in your own garage.
. Clo\be all window\b com\fletely and lock all door\b.
. Alway\b \fark your vehicle where it can be \been.
Park in a well lit area during the night.
. If the \becurity \by\btem i\b equi\f\fed, u\be it - even for
a \bhort \feriod.
. Never leave children or \fet\b in the vehicle
unattended.
. Never leave valuable\b in\bide the vehicle. Alway\b
take valuable\b with you.
. Never leave the vehicle document\b in the vehicle.
. Never leave article\b on a roof rack. Remove them
from the rack and kee\f and lock them in a \bafe
\flace \buch a\b in\bide the back door.
. Never leave the \b\fare key in the vehicle.WARNING:
.Whatever the condition, drive with caution.
Accelerate and decelerate with great care. If
accelerating or decelerating too fast, the
drive wheels will lose even more traction.
. Allow more stopping distance in cold weath-
er driving. Braking should be started sooner
than on dry pavement.
. Keep at a greater distance from the vehicle
in front of you on slippery roads.
. Wet ice (08C, 328F and freezing rain) , very
cold snow and ice can be slick and very
difficult to drive on. The vehicle will have a
lot less traction or grip under these condi-
tions. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the
road is salted or sanded.
. Watch for slippery spots (glaring ice) . These
may appear on an otherwise clear road in
shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead,
brake before reaching it. Try not to brake
while actually on the ice, and avoid any
sudden steering maneuvers.
. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.
. Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gas under
your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust
pipe and from around your vehicle.
VEHICLE SECURITY COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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