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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
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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
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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
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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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BATTERY
If the battery is not f\flly charge\b \b\fring extremely col\b
weather con\bitions, the battery fl\fi\b may freeze an\b
\bamage the battery. To maintain maxim\fm efficiency,
the battery sho\fl\b be checke\b reg\flarly. For \betails,
see “Battery” (P.8-23) of this man\fal.
ENGINE COOLANT
If the vehicle is to be left o\ftsi\be witho\ft anti-freeze,
\brain the cooling system, incl\f\bing the engine block.
Refill before operating the vehicle. For \betails, see
“Changing engine coolant” (P.8-9) of this man\fal.
TIRE EQUIPMENT
1. If yo\f have snow tires installe\b on the front/rearwheels of yo\fr vehicle, they sho\fl\b be of the same
size, loa\bing range, constr\fction an\b type (bias,
bias-belte\b or ra\bial) as the rear/front tires.
2. If the vehicle is to be operate\b in severe winter con\bitions, snow tires sho\fl\b be installe\b on all
fo\fr wheels.
3. For a\b\bitional traction on icy roa\bs, st\f\b\be\b tires may be \fse\b. However, some co\fntries, provinces
an\b states prohibit their \fse. Check local, state
an\b provincial laws before installing st\f\b\be\b tires.
Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow tires.
4. Snow chains may be \fse\b if \besire\b. Make s\fre they are the proper size for the tires on yo\fr
vehicle an\b are installe\b accor\bing to the chain
man\ffact\frer’s instr\fctions. (See “Tire chains”
(P.8-34) .)
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
It is recommen\be\b that the following items be carrie\b
in the vehicle \b\fring the winter:
.A scraper an\b stiff-bristle\b br\fsh to remove ice
an\b snow from the win\bows.
. A st\fr\by, flat boar\b to be place\b \fn\ber the jack to
give it firm s\fpport.
. A shovel to \big the vehicle o\ft of snow\brifts.
PARKING BRAKE
When parking in the area where the o\ftsi\be tempera-
t\fre is below 08C (328F) , \bo not apply the parking
brake to prevent it from freezing. For safe parking:
.Place the selector lever in the “P” (Park) position
(A\ftomatic Transmission (AT)/Contin\fo\fsly Vari-
able Transmission (CVT) mo\bel) .
. Place the shift lever in the “1” (1st) or “R”
(Reverse) position (Man\fal Transmission (MT)
mo\bel) .
. Sec\frely block the wheels.
CORROSION PROTECTION
Chemicals \fse\b for roa\b s\frface \beicing are extremely
corrosive an\b will accelerate corrosion an\b the
\beterioration of \fn\berbo\by components s\fch as the
exha\fst system, f\fel an\b brake lines, brake cables,
floor pan an\b fen\bers.
In the winter, the underbody must be cleaned
periodically. For additional information, see
“Corrosion protection” (P.7-5) of this manual.
For a\b\bitional protection against r\fst an\b corrosion,
which may be req\fire\b in some areas, cons\flt a
RENAULT \bealer.
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6-10In case of emergency
Do not attempt to start the engine by p\fshing the
vehicle\b
CAUTION:
.Automatic Transmission (AT)/Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT) model cannot
be started by pushing. Attempting to do so
may cause damage to the transmission.
. Three-way catalyst equipped model should
not be started by pushing. Attempting to do
so may cause damage to the catalyst.
. Never try to start the engine by towing.
When the engine starts, the forward surge
could cause the vehicle to collide with the
towing vehicle.
. Stop/Start (Idling Stop) System equipped
model cannot be started by pushing the
vehicle.
WARNING:
.Never continue driving if your vehicle over-
heats. Doing so could cause a vehicle fire.
. Never open the hood if steam is coming out.
. Never remove the radiator cap while the
engine is hot. If the radiator cap is removed
when the engine is hot, pressurized hot
water will spurt out and possibly cause
burning, scalding or serious injury.
. If steam or coolant is coming from the
engine, stand clear of the vehicle to prevent
getting burned.
. Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into contact with,
or to get caught in the cooling fan or drive
belts. The engine cooling fan will start at any
time.
If yo\fr vehicle is overheating (indicated by the high
temperat\fre indicator) , or if yo\f feel a lack of engine
power, detect \fn\fs\fal noise, etc\b, take the following
steps:
1\b Safely move the vehicle off the road away from traffic\b
2\b T\frn on the hazard indicator flasher lights\b
3\b Apply the parking brake\b
4\b A\ftomatic Transmission (AT)/Contin\fo\fsly Vari- able Transmission (CVT) model: Move the selector
lever to the “P” (Park) position\b
Man\fal Transmission (MT) model: Move the shift
lever to the “N” (Ne\ftral) position\b
DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE . 5\b Open all windows\b
6\b T\frn off the air conditioner\b Set the temperat\fre
control to maxim\fm hot and fan control to
maxim\fm speed\b
7\b Get o\ft from the vehicle\b
8\b Vis\fally inspect and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radiator before opening the
hood\b Wait \fntil no steam or coolant can be seen
before proceeding\b
9\b Open the engine hood\b
10\b Vis\fally inspect if the cooling fan is r\fnning\b
11\b Vis\fally inspect the radiator and radiator hoses for leakage\b
If the cooling fan is not r\fnning or the coolant is
leaking, stop the engine\b
12\b After the engine cools down, check the coolant level in the reservoir with the engine r\fnning\b Do
not open the radiator cap.
13\b Add coolant to the reservoir if necessary\b
Have yo\fr vehicle inspected/repaired at a RENAULT
dealer\b
PUSH STARTING IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS
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7 Appearance and care
Cleaning exterior ..................\R..................\R..................\R.......................\R......... 7-2Washing ..................\R..................\R..................\R.......................\R................. 7-2
Re\foving spots ..................\R..................\R..................\R..................\R......... 7-2
Waxing ..................\R..................\R...............................\R..................\R............ 7-2
Glass ..................\R..................\R.....................\R..................\R..................\R....... 7-2
\bnderbody ..................\R..................\R..................\R.......................\R............. 7-3
Wheels ..................\R..................\R...............................\R..................\R............ 7-3
Alu\finu\f alloy wheels ..................\R..................\R..................\R.............. 7-3
Chro\fe parts ..................\R..................\R..................\R..................\R............. 7-3 Cleaning interior ..................\R..................\R..................\R.......................\R......... 7-3
Air fresheners ..................\R..................\R..................\R............................\R 7-4
Floor \fats ..................\R..................\R..................\R..................\R................. 7-4
Glass ..................\R..................\R..................\R..................\R..................\R........ 7-4
Seat belts ..................\R..................\R..................\R..................\R................. 7-4
Corrosion protection ..................\R..................\R..................\R........................ 7-5 Most co\f\fon factors contributing to vehicle corrosion ...... 7-5
Environ\fental factors influence rate of corrosion ..................\R 7-5
To protect your vehicle fro\f corrosion ..................\R..................\R. 7-5
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7-4Appearance and care
AIR FRESHENERS
Most air fr\fsh\fn\frs us\f a so\bv\fnt that cou\bd aff\fct th\f
v\fhic\b\f int\frior. If you us\f an air fr\fsh\fn\fr, tak\f th\f
fo\b\bowing pr\fcautions:
.Hanging-typ\f air fr\fsh\fn\frs can caus\f p\frman\fnt
disco\boration wh\fn th\fy contact v\fhic\b\f int\frior
surfac\fs. P\bac\f th\f air fr\fsh\fn\fr in a \bocation that
a\b\bows it to hang fr\f\f and not contact an int\frior
surfac\f.
. Liquid-typ\f air fr\fsh\fn\frs typica\b\by c\bip on th\f
v\fnts. Th\fs\f products can caus\f imm\fdiat\f
damag\f and disco\boration wh\fn spi\b\b\fd on int\frior
surfac\fs.
Car\ffu\b\by r\fad and fo\b\bow th\f manufactur\fr’s instruc-
tions b\ffor\f using air fr\fsh\fn\frs.
FLOOR MATS
Th\f us\f of g\fnuin\f RENAULT f\boor mats (if \fquipp\fd)
can \fxt\fnd th\f \bif\f of your v\fhic\b\f carp\ft and mak\f it
\fasi\fr to c\b\fan th\f int\frior. R\fgard\b\fss of what mats
ar\f us\fd, b\f sur\f th\fy ar\f fitt\fd for your v\fhic\b\f and
ar\f prop\fr\by position\fd in th\f foot w\f\b\b to pr\fv\fnt
int\frf\fr\fnc\f with p\fda\b op\fration. Mats shou\bd b\f
maintain\fd with r\fgu\bar c\b\faning and r\fp\bac\fd if th\fy
b\fcom\f \fxc\fssiv\f\by worn.
F\boor mat positioning aid (driv\fr’s sid\f)
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This v\fhic\b\f inc\bud\fs a front f\boor mat brack\ft*Ato
act as a f\boor mat positioning aid. RENAULT f\boor mats
hav\f b\f\fn sp\fcia\b\by d\fsign\fd for your v\fhic\b\f mod\f\b.
Th\f driv\fr’s f\boor mat has a gromm\ft ho\b\f incorporat\fd
in it.
Position th\f mat by p\bacing th\f f\boor mat brack\ft hook
through th\f f\boor mat gromm\ft ho\b\f whi\b\f c\fnt\fring th\f
mat in th\f foot ar\fa.
P\friodica\b\by ch\fck that th\f mats ar\f prop\fr\by posi-
tion\fd.
GLASS
Us\f g\bass c\b\fan\fr to r\fmov\f smok\f and dust fi\bm from
th\f g\bass surfac\fs. It is norma\b for g\bass to b\fcom\f
coat\fd with a fi\bm aft\fr th\f v\fhic\b\f is park\fd in th\f hot
sun. G\bass c\b\fan\fr and a soft c\both wi\b\b \fasi\by r\fmov\f
this fi\bm.
CAUTION:
When cleaning the inside of the windows, do not
use sharp-edged tools, abrasive cleaners or
chlorine-based disinfectant cleaners. They could
damage the electrical conductors, such as rear window defogger elements.
SEAT BELTS
WARNING:
.
Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up in the
retractor.
. Never use bleach, dye or chemical solvents
to clean the seat belts, since these materials
may severely weaken the seat belt webbing.
Th\f s\fat b\f\bts can b\f c\b\fan\fd by wiping th\fm with a
spong\f damp\fn\fd in a mi\bd soap so\bution.
A\b\bow th\f b\f\bts to dry comp\b\ft\f\by in th\f shad\f b\ffor\f
using th\fm. (S\f\f “S\fat b\f\bts” (P.1-7) .)
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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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8-4Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Window washer fluid*:
Check that there is adequate fluid in the reser\foir.
M\bINTEN\bNCE PREC\bUTIONS
When performing any inspection or maintenance work
on your \fehicle, always take care to pre\fent serious
accidental injury to yourself or damage to the \fehicle.
The following are general precautions which should be
closely obser\fed.
WARNING:
.Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the
parking brake securely and block the wheels
to prevent the vehicle from moving. Move
the selector lever to the “P”(Park) position
or the shift lever to the “N”(Neutral) position.
. Be sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF”or
“LOCK” position when performing any parts
replacement or repairs.
. Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Always turn off the engine
and wait until it cools down.
. If you must work with the engine running,
keep your hands, clothing, hair and tools
away from moving fans, belts and any other
moving parts.
. It is advisable to secure or remove any loose
clothing and any jewelry, such as rings,
watches, etc. before working on your vehi-
cle.
. If you must run the engine in an enclosed
space such as a garage, be sure there is
proper ventilation for exhaust gases to
escape. .
Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported by a jack.
. Keep smoking materials, flame and sparks
away from fuel and the battery.
. Never connect or disconnect either the
battery or any transistorized component
connector while the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position.
. On gasoline engine models with the Multi-
port Fuel Injection (MFI) system, the fuel
filter and fuel lines should be serviced by a
RENAULT dealer because the fuel lines are
under high pressure even when the engine is
turned off.
. Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
engine cooling fan. It may come on at any
time without warning, even if the ignition
switch is in the “OFF” position and the
engine is not running. To avoid injury, always
disconnect the negative battery cable before
working near the fan.
. Always wear eye protection whenever you
work on your vehicle.
. Never leave the engine or the transmission
related component harness connector dis-
connected while the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position.
. Avoid direct contact with used engine oil and
coolant. Improperly disposed engine oil,
engine coolant, and/or other vehicle fluids
can hurt the environment. Always conform to
local regulations for disposal of vehicle
fluids.
This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
pro\fides instructions regarding only those items which are relati\fely easy for an owner to perform.
You should be aware that incomplete or improper
ser\ficing may result in operating difficulties or ex-
cessi\fe emissions, and could affect your warranty
co\ferage.
If in doubt about any servicing, have it
done by a RENAULT dealer.
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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
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