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DIESEL ENGINE
1. Apply the park\fng brake.
\b. Move the sh\fft lever to the “N” (Neutral) pos\ft\fon.The starter is designed to not operate unless
the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
The Intelligent Key must be carried when
operating the ignition switch.
3. Push the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch to the “ON” pos\ft\fon and wa\ft unt\fl the glow plug \fnd\fcator l\fght turns off.
Depress the clutch pedal and push the \fgn\ft\fon
sw\ftch to start the eng\fne.
To start the eng\fne \fmmed\fately, push and release
the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch wh\fle depress\fng the clutch
pedal w\fth the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch \fn any pos\ft\fon.
4. Immed\fately release the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch when the eng\fne starts. If the eng\fne starts, but fa\fls to run,
repeat the above procedures.
If the eng\fne \fs very hard to start \fn extremely cold
or hot weather, depress the accelerator pedal and
hold \ft. Push the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch for up to 15
seconds wh\fle hold\fng. Release the accelerator
pedal when the eng\fne starts.
CAUTION:
.As soon as the engine has started, release
the ignition switch immediately.
. Do not operate the starter for more than 20
seconds at a time. If the engine does not
start, push the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position and wait 20 seconds before crank-
ing the engine again. Otherwise, the starter
could be damaged. .
If it becomes necessary to start the engine
with a booster battery and jumper cables,
the instructions and cautions contained in
the “6. In case of emergency” section should
be carefully followed.
5. Allow the eng\fne to \fdle for at least 30 seconds after start\fng the eng\fne to warm-up. Dr\fve at
moderate speeds for a short d\fstance f\frst,
espec\fally \fn cold weather.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the
engine is warming up.
6. To stop the eng\fne, move the sh\fft lever to the “N”(Neutral) pos\ft\fon, apply the park\fng brake and
push the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch to the “OFF” pos\ft\fon.
DRIVING WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMIS-
SION (AT)
The Automat\fc Transm\fss\fon (AT) \fn your veh\fcle \fs
electron\fcally controlled to produce max\fmum power
and smooth operat\fon.
The recommended operat\fng procedures for th\fs
transm\fss\fon are shown on the follow\fng pages. Follow
these procedures for max\fmum veh\fcle performance
and dr\fv\fng enjoyment.
CAUTION:
.The cold engine idle speed is high, so use
caution when shifting the transmission into
a forward or reverse position before the
engine has warmed up.
. Avoid revving up the engine while the
vehicle is stopped. This could cause unex-
pected vehicle movement.
. Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads.
This may cause a loss of control.
. Never shift to either the “P” (Park) or “R”
(Reverse) position while the vehicle is mov-
ing. This could cause serious damage to the
transmission.
. Start the engine in either the “P” (Park) or
“N” (Neutral) position. The engine will not
start in any other position. If it does, have
your vehicle checked by a RENAULT dealer.
. Shift into the “P” (Park) position and apply
the parking brake when at a standstill for
longer than a short waiting period.
. Keep the engine at idling speed while
shifting from the “N” (Neutral) position to
any driving position.
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P (Park):
Use this position when the vehicle is parked or when
starting the engine.Make sure that the vehicle is
completely stopped and move the selector lever
into the P (Park) position. \fpply the parking brake.
When parking on a hill\b apply the parking brake first\b
and then move the selector lever into the P (Park)
position.
R (Reverse):
Use this position to back up. Make sure that the vehicle
is completely stopped before selecting the R (Reverse)
position.
N (Neutral):
Neither the forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The
engine can be started in this position. You may shift to
the N (Neutral) position and restart a stalled engine
while the vehicle is moving.
D (Drive):
Use this position for all normal forward driving.
2 (Second gear):
Use this position for climbing hills or engine braking on
downhill grades.
1 (Low gear):
Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or
driving slowly through deep snow\b or for maximum
engine braking on steep downhill grades.
Do not shift into the gears when the vehicle speed
exceeds the following limits\b otherwise the engine may
over-rev and cause engine damage. Engine model
Selector lever position
12
HR12DE
km/h (MPH) 45 (28) 90 (56)
HR15DE
km/h (MPH) 50 (30)
95 (60)
Overdrive switch
JVS0013XLeft-Hand Drive (LHD) modelEach time the engine is started\b the overdrive function
is automatically reset to “ON”.
“ON” position:
With the engine running and the selector lever in the
“D” (Drive) position\b the transmission upshifts into the
overdrive as vehicle speed increases.
Overdrive does not engage until the engine has
reached operating temperature.
“OFF” position:
For driving up and down long slopes where engine
braking is necessary\b push the overdrive switch. The
overdrive off indicator light
in the meter panel
illuminates.
When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle
slope\b you may feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission shifts into and out of the overdrive
repeatedly. In this case\b push the overdrive switch to
turn the overdrive “OFF”.
When driving conditions change\b push the overdrive
switch to turn the overdrive “ON”. The overdrive off
indicator light will turn off.
Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended
periods of time with the overdrive “OFF”. This reduces
fuel economy.
\fccelerator downshift - in D (Drive) position
For passing or climbing hills\b depress the accelerator
pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down
into a lower gear\b depending on the vehicle speed.
Shift lock release
If the battery is discharged\b the selector lever may not
be moved from the “P” (Park) position even with the
foot brake pedal depressed.
To move the selector lever\b release the shift lock. The
selector lever can be moved to the “N” (Neutral)
position. However\b the steering wheel will be locked
unless the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
position. This allows the vehicle to be moved if the
battery is discharged.
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5-14Starting and driving
JVS0014XRight-Hand Drive (RHD) modelTo release the shi\ft lock, \ber\form the \following
\brocedure
1. Models with Intelligent KEY system: Place theignition switch in the “OFF” or “LOCK” \bosition.
Models without Intelligent KEY system: Place the
ignition switch in the “LOCK” \bosition and remove
the key.
2. A\b\bly the \barking brake.
3. De\bress the shi\ft lock release button.
4. Push and hold the selector lever button and move the selector lever to the “N” (Neutral) \bosition
while holding down the shi\ft lock release button.
5. Place the ignition switch to the “ON” \bosition to release the steering wheel lock.
The vehicle may be moved, by \bushing, to the desired
location.
I\f the selector lever cannot be moved out o\f the “P”
(Park) \bosition, have a RENAULT dealer check the AT
system as soon as \bossible.
Fail-sa\fe
When the \fail-sa\fe o\beration occurs, the AT will be
locked in third gear.
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,
turn the ignition switch off and wait for 3
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.
DRIVING WITH CONTINUOUSLY VARI-
ABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) in your
vehicle is electronically controlled to \broduce maximum
\bower and smooth o\beration.
The recommended o\berating \brocedures \for this
transmission are shown on the \following \bages. Follow
these \brocedures \for maximum vehicle \ber\formance
and driving enjoyment.
WARNING:
Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads.
This may cause a loss of control.
CAUTION:
. The cold engine idle speed is high, so use
caution when shifting the transmission into
a forward or reverse position before the
engine has warmed up. .
Avoid revving up the engine while the
vehicle is stopped. This could cause unex-
pected vehicle movement.
. Never shift to either the “P” (Park) or “R”
(Reverse) position while the vehicle is mov-
ing. This could cause serious damage to the
transmission.
. Start the engine in either the “P” (Park) or
“N” (Neutral) position. The engine will not
start in any other position. If it does, have
your vehicle checked by a RENAULT dealer.
. Shift into the “P” (Park) position and apply
the parking brake when at a standstill for
longer than a short waiting period.
. Keep the engine at idling speed while
shifting from the “N” (Neutral) position to
any driving position.
. When stopping the vehicle on an uphill
grade, do not hold the vehicle by depressing
the accelerator pedal. The foot brake pedal
should be depressed in this situation.
Starting vehicle
1. A\fter starting the engine, \fully de\bress the \foot
brake \bedal be\fore moving the selector lever out
o\f the “P” (Park) \bosition.
2. Kee\b the \foot brake \bedal de\bressed and move the selector lever to a driving \bosition.
3. Release the \barking brake, the \foot brake \bedal, and then gradually start the vehicle in motion.
The CVT is designed so the foot brake pedal
MUST be depressed before shifting from the “P”
(Park) position to any driving position while the
ignition switch is in the “ON”position.
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5-16Starting and driving
P (Park):
Use this position when the vehicle is par\fed or when
starting the engine.Make sure that the vehicle is
completely stopped and move the selector lever
into the \bP”(Park) position. Apply the par\fing
bra\fe. When par\fing on a hill, first depress the foot
bra\fe pedal, apply the par\fing bra\fe, and then move
the selector lever into the \bP” (Par\f) position.
R (Reverse):
Use this position to bac\f up. Ma\fe sure that the vehicle
is completely stopped before selecting the \bR”
(Reverse) position.
N (Neutral):
Neither the forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The
engine can be started in this position. You may shift to
the \bN” (Neutral) position and restart a stalled engine
while the vehicle is moving.
D (Drive):
Use this position for all normal forward driving.
L (Low):
Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or
driving slowly through deep snow, sand or mud, or for
maximum engine bra\fing on steep downhill grades.SPORT mode switch
JVC0027XRight-Hand Drive (RHD) modelTo select the SPORT mode, push the SPORT mode
switch with the selector lever in the \bD” (Drive)
position. The SPORT mode indicator light
in the
meter panel illuminates. To turn off the SPORT mode,
push the SPORT mode switch again. The SPORT
mode indicator light will turn off. When the selector
lever is shifted to any position other than \bD”, the
SPORT mode will be automatically turned off.
“OFF” position:
For normal driving and fuel economy, use the \bOFF”
position.
“ON” position:
For driving up or down long slopes where engine
bra\fing is necessary, or for powerful acceleration, use
the \bON” position. The transmission will automatically
select a different gear ratio, allowing the engine to
provide high output.
When driving conditions change, push the switch to
turn the SPORT mode off.
Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended
periods of time with the SPORT mode in the \bON”
position. This reduces fuel economy.
Accelerator downshift - in the \bD” position -
For passing or climbing hills, depress the accelerator
pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down
into a lower gear, depending on the vehicle speed.
Shift loc\f release
JVC0028XRight-Hand Drive (RHD) modelIf the battery charge is low or discharged, the selector
lever may not be moved from the \bP” (Par\f) position
even with the bra\fe pedal depressed and the selector
lever button pushed.
To move the selector lever, perform the following
procedure:
1. Model with Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the \bOFF” or \bLOCK”
position.
Model without Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the \bLOCK” position,
and remove the \fey if it is inserted.
2. Apply the par\fing bra\fe.
3. Depress the shift loc\f release button.
4. Push the selector lever button and move the selector lever to the \bN” (Neutral) position while
holding down the shift loc\f release.
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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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5-22Starting and driving
.The driver ’s seat belt is unfastened, or
driver’s door is open (for MT model) .
. The hood is open.
The Stop/Start System is al\fays engaged at the start
o\b a journey (once the engine has been started) . The
engine is automatically stopped and restarted during
the journey i\b conditions are suitable.
STOP/START SYSTEM DISPLAY AND IN-
DICATORS
Engine stop
JVS0071X
When the engine is stopped the in\bormation is
displayed \bor a \be\f seconds.
Vehicle information display: 1. Engine stop guidance
Instrument panel: 2. Stop/Start System indicator light
See “Vehicle in\bormation display” (P.2-20) about the
display. NOTE:
Automatic engine restart is possible whenever
the Stop/Start System indicator light is illumi-
nated in the meter.
CO2 saved
JVS0073X
Whilst the engine remains stopped the vehicle
in\bormation display sho\fs the accumulated quantity
(estimate) o\b carbon dioxide exhaust emissions pre-
vented by the Stop/Start System.
Vehicle information display:
1. CO2 saved in\bormation
Instrument panel: 2. Stop/Start System indicator light
. Push and hold the
button to reset the [CO2
Saved] value.
. The display can be s\fitched bet\feen Stop/Start
System in\bormation and drive computer in\borma-
tion by a short press o\b the
button.
System \bault
JVS0074X
When automatic restart is not possible the in\bormation
is displayed. The engine must be started by turning or
pushing the ignition s\fitch.
The message can be cleared by pressing the
button, restarting the engine, or turning or pushing the
ignition OFF.
Key LOCK \farning
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PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL
.If the cru\fse contro\b system ma\bfunct\fons, \ft
cance\bs automat\fca\b\by. The SET \fnd\fcator and the
cru\fse contro\b \fnd\fcator \b\fght w\f\b\b b\b\fnk to warn the
dr\fver.
. If the eng\fne coo\bant temperature becomes
excess\fve\by h\fgh, the cru\fse contro\b system w\f\b\b
be cance\bed automat\fca\b\by.
. If the SET \fnd\fcator and cru\fse contro\b \fnd\fcator
\b\fght b\b\fnk, turn off the cru\fse contro\b MAIN sw\ftch
and have the system checked by a RENAULT
dea\ber.
. The SET \fnd\fcator and cru\fse contro\b \fnd\fcator
\b\fght may b\b\fnk when the cru\fse contro\b MAIN
sw\ftch \fs turned on wh\f\be push\fng the RES+, SET
í, CANCEL sw\ftch. To proper\by set the cru\fse
contro\b system, use the fo\b\bow\fng procedures.
CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS
The cru\fse contro\b a\b\bows dr\fv\fng at speeds above 40
km/h (25 MPH) w\fthout keep\fng your foot on the
acce\berator peda\b.
The cru\fse contro\b w\f\b\b automat\fca\b\by be cance\bed \ff the
veh\fc\be s\bows down more than approx\fmate\by 13 km/h
(8 MPH) be\bow the set speed.
Mov\fng the se\bector \bever to the “N” (Neutra\b) pos\ft\fon
(Cont\fnuous\by Var\fab\be Transm\fss\fon mode\b) or depres-
s\fng the c\butch peda\b (Manua\b Transm\fss\fon mode\b) w\f\b\b
cance\b the cru\fse contro\b and the SET \fnd\fcator w\f\b\b
turn off.
The cru\fse contro\b sw\ftches are \bocated on the steer\fng
whee\b.
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1. RES/+ sw\ftch
2. SET/í sw\ftch
3. CANCEL sw\ftch
4. Cru\fse contro\b MAIN sw\ftch
5. Speed \b\fm\fter MAIN sw\ftch (For deta\f\bs, see “Speed \b\fm\fter (\ff equ\fpped for Europe)” (P.5-26) .)
Cru\fse contro\b d\fsp\bay and \fnd\fcators (Type B
mode\b)
JVS0027X
The cru\fse contro\b operat\fng cond\ft\fon \fs shown on the
veh\fc\be \fnformat\fon d\fsp\bay and \fnstrument pane\b. Vehicle information display:
1. CRUISE \fnd\fcator
2. Set speed \fnd\fcator
Instrument panel: 3. Cru\fse contro\b \fnd\fcator \b\fght
4. SET \fnd\fcator \b\fght
Cru\fse contro\b d\fsp\bay and \fnd\fcators (Type C
mode\b)
JVS0028X
Vehicle information display:1. CRUISE \fnd\fcator
2. SET \fnd\fcator \b\fght
3. Set speed \fnd\fcator \b\fght
Instrument panel: 4. Cru\fse contro\b \fnd\fcator \b\fght
Turn\fng on cru\fse contro\b
Push the cru\fse contro\b MAIN sw\ftch. The cru\fse
contro\b \fnd\fcator \b\fght \f\b\bum\fnates. The set speed
\fnd\fcator shows “- - -”.
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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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