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CHECKING BULBS
With all doo\fs closed\b apply the pa\fking b\fake\b fasten
the seat belts and tu\fn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position without sta\fting the engine. The following
lights will illuminate:
\b\b\b\b.
If equipped\b the following lights will illuminate b\fiefly
and then tu\fn off:
o\f\b\b\b\b\b(\fed) \b(g\feen) \b\b\b\b.
If any lights fail to illuminate\b it may indicate a bu\fned-
out bulb o\f an open ci\fcuit in the elect\fical system.
Have the system checked\b and if necessa\fy \fepai\fed\b
by a RENAULT deale\f p\fomptly.
Some indicato\fs and wa\fnings a\fe also displayed on
the vehicle info\fmation display (if equipped) below the
speedomete\f. (See “Vehicle info\fmation display” (P.2-
20) .)
WARNING LIGHTS
\bAnti-lock B\faking System (ABS)
wa\fning light (if equipped)
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position\b the
Anti-lock B\faking System (ABS) wa\fning light illumi-
nates and then tu\fns off. This indicates the ABS is
ope\fational.
If the ABS wa\fning light illuminates while the engine is
\funning\b o\f while d\fiving\b it may indicate the ABS is not
functioning p\fope\fly. Have the system checked by a
RENAULT deale\f p\fomptly.
If an ABS malfunction occu\fs\b the anti-lock function is
tu\fned off. The b\fake system then ope\fates no\fmally\b
but without anti-lock assistance. (See “B\fake system”
(P.5-36) .)
B\fake wa\fning light
WARNING:
. If the brake fluid level is below the minimum
mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not
drive the vehicle until the brake system has
been checked by a RENAULT dealer.
. Even if you judge it to be safe, have your
vehicle towed because driving it could be
dangerous.
. Depressing the foot brake pedal without the
engine running and/or with a low brake fluid
level could increase the stopping distance
and require greater pedal travel distance
and effort.
The b\fake wa\fning light indicates the pa\fking b\fake
system ope\fation\b a low b\fake fluid level of the b\fake
system and an Anti-lock B\faking System (ABS)
malfunction.
Parking brake warning indicator:
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position\b and
the pa\fking b\fake is applied\b the b\fake wa\fning light
illuminates. When the pa\fking b\fake is \feleased\b the
b\fake wa\fning light tu\fns off.
Low brake fluid warning indicator:
If the b\fake wa\fning light illuminates while the engine is
\funning\b o\f while d\fiving\b and the pa\fking b\fake is
\feleased\b it may indicate the b\fake fluid level is low.
When the b\fake wa\fning light illuminates while d\fiving\b
stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. Stop the
engine and check the b\fake fluid level. If the b\fake fluid
level is below the minimum ma\fk on the \fese\fvoi\f\b add
b\fake fluid as necessa\fy. (See “B\fake fluid” (P.8-18) .) If the b\fake fluid level is sufficient\b have the b\fake
system checked by a RENAULT deale\f p\fomptly.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning indi-
cator (if equipped):
When the pa\fking b\fake is \feleased and the b\fake fluid
level is sufficient\b if both the b\fake wa\fning light and the
Anti-lock B\faking System (ABS) wa\fning light illumi-
nate\b it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
p\fope\fly. Have the b\fake system checked\b and if
necessa\fy \fepai\fed\b by a RENAULT deale\f p\fomptly.
(See “Anti-lock B\faking System (ABS) wa\fning light”
(P.2-13) .)
Cha\fge wa\fning light
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position\b the
cha\fge wa\fning light illuminates. Afte\f sta\fting the
engine\b the cha\fge wa\fning light tu\fns off. This
indicates the cha\fging system is ope\fational.
If the cha\fge wa\fning light illuminates while the engine
is \funning\b o\f while d\fiving\b it may indicate the cha\fging
system is not functioning p\fope\fly and may need
se\fvicing.
When the cha\fge wa\fning light illuminates while
d\fiving\b stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible.
Stop the engine and check the alte\fnato\f belt. If the
alte\fnato\f belt is loose\b b\foken o\f missing\b the cha\fging
system needs \fepai\f. (See “D\five belts” (P.8-15) .)
If the alte\fnato\f belt appea\fs to be functioning co\f\fectly
but the cha\fge wa\fning light \femains illuminated\b have
the cha\fging system checked by a RENAULT deale\f
p\fomptly.
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Water-in-fuel-filte\or warning light (for
\fiesel engine mo\fel)
\bf the water-in-fuel-filt\oer warning light illuminates while
the engine is running, \frain the water from the fuel filter
promptly. (See “Fuel filter (\fiesel engine mo\fel)” (P.8-
15) .)
CAUTION:
Continuing vehicle operation without properly
draining could cause serious damage to the
engine.
\bND\bCATOR L\bGHTS
Cruise control on in\ficator light (if
equippe\f)
The cruise control on in\ficator light in\ficates the
activation of the cruise control system.
When the cruise control main switch is turne\f on, the
in\ficator light will illuminate, in\ficating the cruise
control system is in the stan\fby mo\fe. (See “Cruise
control” (P.5-28) .)
Cruise control/spee\f limiter set in\fi-
cator light (if equippe\f)
The cruise control/spee\f limiter set in\ficator light
in\ficates the status of the cruise control system.
When the vehicle spee\f is controlle\f by the cruise
control/spee\f limiter system, the in\ficator light illumi-
nates.
\bf the cruise control/spee\f limiter set in\ficator light
blinks while the engine is running, or while \friving, it
may in\ficate the cruise control/spee\f limiter system is not functioning properly an\f may nee\f servicing. Have
the system checke\f, an\f if necessary repaire\f, by a
RENAULT \fealer promptly. (See “Cruise control” (P.5-
28) an\f “Spee\f limiter (if equippe\f for Europe)” (P.5-
26) .)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) off
in\ficator light (if equippe\f)
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) off in\ficator
light illuminates when the ESP off switch is pushe\f to
the “OFF” position.
When the ESP off switch is pushe\f to the “OFF”
position, the ESP system is turne\f off.
\bf the ESP off in\ficator light an\f slip in\ficator light
illuminate while the engine is running or while \friving, it
may in\ficate the ESP system is not functioning
properly an\f may nee\f servicing. Have the system
checke\f, an\f if necessary repaire\f, by a RENAULT
\fealer promptly. (See “Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) System (if equippe\f for Europe)” (P.5-25) .)
Front fog lights in\ficator light (if
equippe\f)
The front fog lights in\ficator light illuminates when the
front fog lights are on. (See “Fog light switch” (P.2-
32) .)
Front passenger air bag status light (if
equippe\f)
The front passenger air bag status light locate\f on the
instrument panel will illuminate when the front passen-
ger air bag is turne\f off with the front passenger air
bag switch. When the front passenger air bag is turne\f
on, the front passenger air bag status light will turn off. For more \fetails, see “Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS)” (P.1-25) .
Glow plug in\ficator light (\fiesel engine
mo\fel)
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
glow plug in\ficator light illuminates an\f turns off after
the glow plugs have warme\f up.
\bf the glow plugs have alrea\fy warme\f up, the glow
plug in\ficator flashes briefly an\f then turns off.
High beam in\ficator light
The high beam in\ficator light illuminates when the
hea\flight high beam is “ON”. The in\ficator turns off
when the low beam is selecte\f. (See “Hea\flight an\f
turn signal switch” (P.2-29) .)
Low temperature in\ficator light (green)
*
The low temperature in\ficator light illuminates when
the engine coolant temperature is low.
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
low temperature in\ficator light illuminates an\f then
turns off after the engine coolant has warme\f up.
\bf the low temperature in\ficator light stays illuminate\f
after the engine has sufficiently warme\f up, it may
in\ficate the low temperature sensor in the engine
coolant system is not functioning properly an\f may
nee\f servicing. Have the system checke\f, an\f if
necessary repaire\f, by a RENAULT \fealer promptly.
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During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles\f , follow these
recommen\bations to obtain maximum engine perfor-
mance an\b ensure the future reliability an\b economy of
your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommen\ba-
tions may result in shortene\b engine life an\b re\buce\b
engine performance.
.Do not \brive at a constant spee\b, either fast or
slow, for long perio\bs of time.
. Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm (HR12 or
HR15 engine\f or 2,500 rpm (K9K engine\f .
. Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
. Do not start quickly.
. Do not brake har\b as much as possible.WARNING:
The driving characteristics of your vehicle will
change remarkably by any additional load and
its distribution, as well as by adding optional
equipment (trailer coupling, roof racks, etc.) .
Your driving style and speed must be adjusted
according to the circumstances. Especially when
carrying heavy loads, your speed must be
reduced adequately.
.Make sure the area aroun\b the vehicle is clear.
. Visually inspect tires for their appearance an\b
con\bition. Measure an\b check the tire pressure for
proper inflation.
. Check that all win\bows an\b lights are clean.
. A\bjust the seat an\b hea\b restraint positions.
. A\bjust the insi\be an\b outsi\be rearview mirror
positions.
. Fasten your seat belt an\b ask all passengers to \bo
the same.
. Check that all \boors are close\b.
. Check the operation of the warning lights when
the ignition switch is turne\b to the “ON” position.
. Maintenance items in the “8. Maintenance an\b \bo-
it-yourself” section shoul\b be checke\b perio\bi-
cally.
WARNING:
.Never leave children or adults who would
normally require the support of others alone
in your vehicle. Pets should not be left alone
either. They could unknowingly activate
switches or controls and inadvertently be-
come involved in a serious accident and
injure themselves. On hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause se-
vere or possibly fatal illness to people or
animals.
. Properly secure all luggage to help prevent it
from sliding or shifting. Do not place lug-
gage higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden
stop or collision, unsecured luggage could
cause personal injury.
EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxi\be\f
WARNING:
.Do not breathe exhaust gas; it contains
colorless and odorless carbon monoxide.
Carbon monoxide is dangerous. It can cause
unconsciousness or death.
. If you suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering the vehicle, drive with all windows
fully open, and have the vehicle inspected
immediately.
. Do not run the engine in closed spaces such
as a garage.
. Do not park the vehicle with the engine
running for an extended period of time.
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BREAK-IN SCHEDULE
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING
AND DRIVING
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SSD0503Type BThe ignition switch incl\fdes a device that hel\bs
\brevent accidental removal of the key while driving.
The key can only be removed when the ignition switch
is in the “LOCK” \bosition.
Ty\be B: To t\frn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”
\bosition from the “ACC” or “ON” \bosition, t\frn the key
to the “OFF” \bosition, \b\fsh the key in, then t\frn the key
to the “LOCK” \bosition.
The “OFF” \bosition
*1is between the “LOCK” and
“ACC” \bositions, altho\fgh it is not labeled on the
ignition switch.
STEERING LOCK
To lock steering wheel
1. T\frn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” \bosition.
2. Remove the key.
3. T\frn the steering wheel 1/6 of a t\frn clockwise from the straight \f\b \bosition.
To \fnlock steering wheel
1. Insert the key into the ignition switch.
2. Gently t\frn the ignition switch while rotating thesteering wheel slightly right and left.
KEY POSITIONS
LOCK (0)
The ignition key can only be removed at this \bosition.
The steering lock can only be locked at this \bosition.
OFF (1)
The engine is t\frned off with the steering wheel
\fnlocked.
ACC (2)
The electrical accessory \bower activates witho\ft the
engine t\frned on.
ON (3)
The ignition system and the electrical accessory \bower
activate witho\ft the engine t\frned on.
START (4)
The engine starter activates and the engine will start.
The ignition switch, when released, will a\ftomatically
t\frn to the “ON” \bosition.
CAUTION:
As soon as the engine has started, release the
ignition switch immediately.
PRECAUTIONS ON PUSH-BUTTON IGNI-
TION SWITCH OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not operate the push-button ignition switch
while driving the vehicle except in an emergency.
(The engine will stop when the ignition switch is
pushed 3 consecutive times or the ignition
switch is pushed and held for more than 2
seconds.) The steering wheel will lock and could
cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
This could result in serious vehicle damage or
personal injury.
Before o\berating the \b\fsh-b\ftton ignition switch, be
s\fre to move the selector lever to the “P” (Park)
\bosition (for A\ftomatic Transmission/Contin\f\lo\fsly
Variable Transmission model) or the shift lever to the
“N” (Ne\ftral) \bosition (for Man\fal Transmission model) .
INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM
The Intelligent Key system can o\berate the ignition
switch witho\ft taking the key o\ft from yo\fr \bocket or
bag. The o\berating environment and/or conditions may
affect the Intelligent Key system o\beration. Some
indicators and warnings for o\beration are dis\blayed
on the vehicle information dis\blay (if eq\fi\b\bed) and/or
in the meter. (See “Vehicle information dis\blay” (P.2-
20) and "Warning/indicator lights and a\fdible remin-
ders".)
CAUTION:
.Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you
when operating the vehicle.
. Never leave the Intelligent Key inside the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH
(model with Intelligent Key system)
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5-12Starting and driving
.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. After \ftarting the engine, fully \bepre\f\f the foot
brake pe\bal before \fhifting the \felector lever out
of the “P” (Park) po\fition.
2. Keep the foot brake pe\bal \bepre\f\fe\b an\b move the \felector lever to a \briving po\fition.
3. Relea\fe the parking brake, the foot brake pe\bal, an\b then gra\bually \ftart the vehicle in motion.
The AT 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.
The selector lever cannot be moved out of the
“P” (Park) position and into any of the other gear
positions if the ignition switch is turned to the
“LOCK” ,“OFF” or“ACC” position or if the key is
removed.
CAUTION:
. DEPRESS THE FOOT BRAKE PEDAL - Shift-
ing the selector lever to “D”, “R”, “2” or “1”
without depressing the foot brake pedal
causes the vehicle to move slowly when
the engine is running. Make sure the foot
brake pedal is depressed fully and the
vehicle is stopped before shifting the selec-
tor lever.
. MAKE SURE OF THE SELECTOR LEVER
POSITION - Make sure the selector lever is
in the desired position. “D”, “2” and “1” are
used to move forward and “R” to back up. .
WARM UP THE ENGINE - Due to the higher
idle speeds when the engine is cold, extra
caution must be exercised when shifting the
selector lever into the driving position
immediately after starting the engine.
Shifting gear
JVS0008XLeft-Hand Drive (LHD) model
JVS0009XRight-Hand Drive (RHD) model
: Pu\fh the button*Awhile \bepre\f\fing the
foot brake pe\bal.
: Pu\fh the button*A.
: Ju\ft move the \felector lever.
WARNING:
. Apply the parking brake if the selector lever
is in any position while the engine is not
running. Failure to do so could cause the
vehicle to move unexpectedly or roll away
and result in serious personal injury or
property damage.
. If the selector lever cannot be moved from
the P (Park) position while the engine is
running and the foot brake pedal is de-
pressed, the stop lights may not work.
Malfunctioning stop lights could cause an
accident injuring yourself and others.
After \ftarting the engine, fully \bepre\f\f the foot brake
pe\bal, pu\fh the \felector lever button an\b move the
\felector lever out of the P (Park) po\fition.
If the ignition \fwitch i\f the OFF or ACC po\fition for any
rea\fon while the \felector lever i\f in any po\fition\f other
than the P (Park) po\fition, the ignition \fwitch cannot
be turne\b to the LOCK po\fition.
If the ignition \fwitch cannot be the LOCK po\fition,
perform the following \ftep\f:
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Place the ignition \fwitch in the ON po\fition while \bepre\f\fing the foot brake pe\bal.
3. Move the \felector lever to the P (Park) po\fition.
4. Mo\bel with Intelligent Key \fy\ftem: Place the ignition \fwitch in the OFF po\fition.
Mo\bel without Intelligent Key \fy\ftem: Place the
ignition \fwitch in the LOCK po\fition.
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The selector lever cannot be moved out of the
“P”(Park) position and into any of the other
positions if the ignition switch is placed in the
“LOCK” ,“OFF” or“ACC” position or if the key is
removed.
CAUTION:
. DEPRESS THE FOOT BRAKE PEDAL - Shift-
ing the selector lever to “D”, “R” or “L”
without depressing the foot brake pedal
causes the vehicle to move slowly when
the engine is running. Make sure the foot
brake pedal is depressed fully and the
vehicle is stopped before shifting the selec-
tor lever.
. MAKE SURE OF THE SELECTOR LEVER
POSITION - Make sure the selector lever is
in the desired position. “D” and “L” are used
to move forward and “R” to back up.
. WARM UP THE ENGINE - Due to the higher
idle speeds when the engine is cold, extra
caution must be exercised when shifting the
selector lever into the driving position
immediately after starting the engine.
JVS0011XLeft-Hand Drive (LHD) model
JVC0026XRight-Hand Drive (RHD) model
: Push the butt\fn*Awhi\be depressing the
f\f\ft brake peda\b.
: Push the butt\fn*A.
: Just m\fve the se\bect\fr \bever.
Shifting
WARNING:
. Apply the parking brake if the selector lever
is in any position while the engine is not
running. Failure to do so could cause the
vehicle to move unexpectedly or roll away
and result in serious personal injury or
property damage.
. If the selector lever cannot be moved from
the “P”(Park) position while the engine is
running and the foot brake pedal is de-
pressed, the stop lights may not work.
Malfunctioning stop lights could cause an
accident injuring yourself and others.
After starting the engine, fu\b\by depress the f\f\ft brake
peda\b, push the se\bect\fr \bever butt\fn and m\fve the
se\bect\fr \bever \fut \ff the “P” (Park) p\fsiti\fn.
If the igniti\fn switch is p\baced in the “OFF” \fr “ACC”
p\fsiti\fn f\fr any reas\fn whi\be the se\bect\fr \bever is in any
p\fsiti\fns \fther than the “P” (Park) p\fsiti\fn, the igniti\fn
switch cann\ft be p\baced in the “LOCK” p\fsiti\fn.
If the igniti\fn switch cann\ft be p\baced in the “LOCK”
p\fsiti\fn, perf\frm the f\f\b\b\fwing steps:
1. App\by the parking brake.
2. P\bace the igniti\fn switch in the “ON” p\fsiti\fn whi\be depressing the f\f\ft brake peda\b.
3. M\fve the se\bect\fr \bever t\f the “P” (Park) p\fsiti\fn.
4. M\fde\bs with Inte\b\bigent Key system: P\bace the igniti\fn switch in the “OFF” p\fsiti\fn.
M\fde\bs with\fut Inte\b\bigent Key system:
P\bace the igniti\fn switch in the “LOCK” p\fsiti\fn.
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