towingbreakdown ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
towing hitch ........................................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.27
ENG_UD21756_2
Remorquage : dépannage (E33 - X33 - Renault)
ENG_NU_865-6_E33_Renault_5
Towing
tOWIng : breakdown
the steering wheel must be un -
locked and the ignition key must be
in position m (ignition on) to provide
brake lights and hazard warning
lights on the towed vehicle. at night
the vehicle must have its lights on.
You must observe the towing regu -
lations which apply in the country in
which you are driving.
Contact an approved dealer.
Only use:
– a t the front, towing hitch 3 (lo -
cated in the tool kit).
– at the rear, towing point 5.
These towing points may only be used
for pulling the vehicle, never for lifting it
either directly or indirectly.
– The towing hitch must
only be used for towing your
vehicle.
– It is forbidden to tow other
vehicles.
Do not remove the key from
the ignition when the vehi -
cle is being towed.
5
21
3
4
access to front towing
point 1
Unclip cover 2.
t ighten towing hitch 3 fully: first by
hand until it stops then finish by locking
it with wheelbrace 4.
Towing hitch 3 and wheelbrace 4 are
located in the tool kit.
W h e n t h e e n g i n e i s
stopped, steering and brak-
ing assistance are not op -
erational.
Do not push the vehicle
if the steering column is
locked.
operating faults ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
faults operating faults ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.28
ENG_UD20505_2
Anomalie de fonctionnement (E33 - X33 - Renault)
ENG_NU_865-6_E33_Renault_5
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Operating faults
OPeratIng F auLts (1/7)
the following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repairs. For safety reasons you should always contact
an approved dealer as soon as possible.
the starter is activated POssIBLe causesWHat tO dO
There is no response, the warning lights
fail to light up and the starter does not
turn. Battery lead disconnected or terminals
corroded.
Check battery terminals: scrape and
clean if oxidised and retighten.
Discharged battery. Connect another battery to the faulty
battery.
Battery unserviceable. Replace battery.
Warning lights go dim and starter turns
very slowly. Battery terminals not correctly tightened,
oxidised.Check battery terminals: scrape and
clean if oxidised and retighten.
Discharged battery. Connect another battery to the faulty
battery.
It is difficult to start the engine in wet
weather or after washing the vehicle. Poor ignition, ignition system damp.
Dry the spark plug and coil wires.
The engine is difficult to start when hot. Faulty carburation (bubbles of vaporised
fuel in the circuit).Let the engine cool down.
Poor compression. Consult an approved dealer.
5.30
ENG_UD20505_2
Anomalie de fonctionnement (E33 - X33 - Renault)
ENG_NU_865-6_E33_Renault_5
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On the road POssIBLe causesWHat tO dO
The oil pressure warning light comes on:
– while turning or braking The level is too low. Top up the engine oil (refer to the
information on the Engine oil level,
topping up/refilling in Section 4).
– at idle speed Low oil pressure. Consult the nearest approved Dealer.
– is slow to go out or remains lit on ac-
celeration. Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle and contact an
approved Dealer.
Loss of engine power. Clogged air filter.Replace the filter.
Fuel supply fault. Check the fuel level.
Faulty spark plugs, incorrect electrode
gaps. Consult an approved dealer.
Unstable idle speed or the engine stalls. Poor compression (spark plugs, ignition,
air leak).Consult an approved dealer.
OPeratIng F
auLts (3/7)
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5.31
ENG_UD20505_2
Anomalie de fonctionnement (E33 - X33 - Renault)
ENG_NU_865-6_E33_Renault_5
OPeratIng F auLts (4/7)
On the road POssIBLe causesWHat tO dO
Steering becomes heavy. Assistance overheating.Leave to cool.
Faulty power-assisted steering. Consult an approved dealer.
The engine overheats. The coolant
temperature warning light comes on (or
the indicator needle is in the red area). Coolant pump: belt stretched or
broken.
Engine cooling fan not working.Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
contact an approved Dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the condition of hoses and the
tightness of the clips.
Check the expansion bottle: it should
contain coolant. If it does not, top it up
(once it has cooled). Take care not
to scald yourself. This action is only
temporary; consult your approved Dealer
as soon as possible.
radiator: If there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never be topped up using cold coolant while
the engine is very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling
system, it must be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved
by our Technical Department may be used for this purpose.
7.2
FRA_UD30001_7
Index (E33 - X33 - Renault)
ENG_NU_865-6_E33_Renault_7
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AlphAbeticAl index (2/4)
Electronic Stability Program: ESP .........................2.10 → 2.12
emergency brake assist ......................................... 2.10 → 2.12
emergency braking ................................................ 2.10 → 2.12
emergency spare wheel ............................................... 5.2, 5.6
engine oil ................................................................... 4.4 → 4.6
engine oil capacity ...................................................... 4.5 – 4.6
engine oil level ........................................................... 4.4 → 4.6
environment ......................................................................... 2.9
ESP: Electronic Stability Program .........................2.10 → 2.12
external temperature ......................................................... 1.49
F
faults operating faults ................................................ 5.28 → 5.34
filter air filter .................................................................... 2.6, 4.9
diesel filter ............................................................... 2.6, 4.9
oil filter .................................................................... 4.6, 4.9
passenger compartment filter ........................................ 4.9
fittings ..................................................................... 3.21 – 3.22
front seat adjustment ......................................................... 1.11
front seats adjustment ....................................................... 1.11 → 1.14
with manual controls .................................................... 1.11
fuel advice on fuel economy ....................................... 2.6 → 2.8
capacity ........................................................................ 1.56
filling .................................................................. 1.56 – 1.57
grade ................................................................. 1.56 – 1.57
fuel economy ............................................................. 2.6 → 2.8
fuel filler cap ........................................................... 1.56 – 1.57
fuel level ............................................................................ 1.38
fuel tank capacity ............................................................. 1.56 – 1.57
fuel tank capacity .................................................... 1.56 – 1.57
fuses ...................................................................... 5.19 → 5.21G
gear lever
............................................................................. 2.5
h
handbrake ................................................................... 1.34, 2.5
hands-free telephone integrated control ............................ 3.26
hazard warning lights signal ................................... 1.51 – 1.52
headlight flashers .............................................................. 1.51
heating and air conditioning system .................................. 3.18
heating system ........................................................ 3.8 → 3.18
horn ................................................................................... 1.51
horn: flash ............................................................................. 1.51
sounding the horn ........................................................ 1.51
hubcap tool .......................................................................... 5.6
i
ignition switch ...................................................................... 2.2
indicators .................................................................. 1.34, 1.51
indicators: direction indicators .............................................. 1.51, 5.14
exterior temperature indicator ...................................... 1.49
instrument panel .............................................. 1.34 → 1.40
instrument panel ........................................... 1.34 → 1.40, 1.52
instrument panel messages ............................................... 1.40
interior trim maintenance ..................................................... 4.14 – 4.15
J
jack ...................................................................................... 5.6
K
keys ........................................................................... 1.2 → 1.4
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7.3
FRA_UD30001_7
Index (E33 - X33 - Renault)
ENG_NU_865-6_E33_Renault_7
AlphAbeticAl index (3/4)
l
levels:
brake fluid ...................................................................... 4.8
coolant .................................................................. 1.38, 4.7
fuel ............................................................................... 1.38
windscreen washer reservoir ......................................... 4.9
lifting the vehicle changing a wheel .................................................. 5.7 – 5.8
lighting: exterior .............................................................. 1.52 – 1.53
instrument panel .......................................................... 1.52
interior ...................................................... 3.20, 5.17 – 5.18
lights mobile directional ......................................................... 1.53
lights: brake lights .................................................................. 5.14
dipped beam headlights ...................................... 1.34, 1.52
direction indicators ..................................... 1.34, 1.51, 5.14
fog lights ............................................................. 1.34, 5.14
hazard warning ............................................................ 1.51
main beam headlights ......................................... 1.34, 1.53
number plate lights ...................................................... 5.15
reversing lights ............................................................. 5.14
side lights ............................................................ 1.52, 5.14
locking the doors .............................................. 1.2 → 1.7, 1.10
M
maintenance ........................................................................ 2.6
maintenance: bodywork .......................................................... 4.12 – 4.13
interior trim ........................................................ 4.14 – 4.15
mechanical .........................................4.2 – 4.3, 6.8 → 6.13
mileage before service ....................................... 6.8 → 6.13
map reading lights ............................................................. 3.20
methods of restraint in addition to the front seat belts ..............
1.15 → 1.17 methods of restraint in addition to the seat belts
... 1.15 → 1.19
multimedia equipment ....................................................... 3.26
n
navigation .......................................................................... 3.26
navigation system .............................................................. 3.26
O
oil change .................................................................. 4.4 → 4.6
opening the doors ....................................................... 1.6 – 1.7
operating faults ................................ 1.34 → 1.37, 5.28 → 5.34
p
paintwork maintenance ..................................................... 4.12 – 4.13
reference ........................................................................ 6.2
power-assisted steering ..................................................... 1.48
practical advice .................................... 2.6 → 2.8, 5.28 → 5.34
pretensioners ..................................................................... 1.15
puncture .............................................................. 5.2, 5.6 → 5.8
R
radio................................................................................... 3.26
rear screen demisting ....................................................................... 3.9
rear screen de-icing/demisting .......................................... 3.15
rear view mirrors ................................................................ 1.50
RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE (RAID) ...................1.10
replacement parts ................................................................ 6.7
reverse gear selecting ......................................................................... 2.5
running in ............................................................................. 2.2
S
seat belt pretensioners .......................................... 1.15 → 1.17
seat belts ............................................................... 1.12 → 1.19
7.4
FRA_UD30001_7
Index (E33 - X33 - Renault)
ENG_NU_865-6_E33_Renault_7
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AlphAbeticAl index (4/4)
see-me-home lighting ........................................................ 1.53
service sheets .......................................................... 6.8 → 6.13
side indicator lights changing bulbs ............................................................. 5.15
side protection devices ...................................................... 1.18
signals and lights .................................................... 1.52 – 1.53
special features of petrol vehicles ....................................... 2.4
speed limiter .......................................................... 2.13 → 2.15
starting the engine ............................................................... 2.3
steering wheel adjustment ................................................................... 1.48
storage compartment .............................................. 3.21 – 3.22
storage compartments ............................................ 3.21 – 3.22
sun visor ............................................................................ 3.20
sunroof ............................................................................... 3.19
t
tailgate ............................................................................... 3.24
tanks and reservoirs brake fluid ...................................................................... 4.8
coolant ........................................................................... 4.7
tanks and reservoirs: windscreen washer ........................................................ 4.9
technical specifications .............................. 6.2 → 6.4, 6.6 – 6.7
telephone ........................................................................... 3.26
temperature regulation .......................................... 3.12 → 3.18
tool kit .................................................................................. 5.6
towing breakdown ................................................................... 5.27
towing equipment ......................................................... 3.25
towing a caravan ........................................................ 3.25, 6.6
towing equipment fitting ............................................................................ 3.25
towing hitch ........................................................................ 5.27
towing rings ..................................................... 1.21, 1.23, 3.25
towing weights ..................................................................... 6.6traction control: ASR
.............................................. 2.10 → 2.12
transporting children .......................... 1.20 – 1.21, 1.23 → 1.26
transporting objects in the luggage compartment ........................................ 3.25
trims ..................................................................................... 5.6
trip computer and warning system ................1.34 → 1.37, 1.40
tyre inflation kit ........................................................... 5.3 → 5.5
tyre pressure ............................................................. 4.10, 5.10
tyre pressures .................................................................... 4.10
tyres ......................................................... 2.8, 4.10, 5.9 → 5.11
V
variable power-assisted steering ....................................... 1.35
vehicle identification ................................................... 6.2 – 6.3
vehicle identification plates ......................................... 6.2 – 6.3
ventilation ................................................................ 3.8 → 3.18
W
warning buzzer .................................................. 1.6, 1.51, 1.53
warning lights ................................................ 1.34 → 1.37, 1.40
washing .................................................................. 4.12 – 4.13
weights ................................................................................ 6.6
wheelbrace .......................................................................... 5.6
wheels (safety) ........................................................ 5.9 → 5.11
windscreen de-icing/demisting .......................................... 3.15
windscreen washer .......................................... 1.54 – 1.55, 4.9
windscreen washer/wiper ....................................... 1.54 – 1.55
wiper blades ...................................................................... 5.26
wipers ..................................................................... 1.54 – 1.55
blades .......................................................................... 5.26