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)
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ENG_UD20505_2
Anomalie de fonctionnement (E33 - X33 - Renault)
ENG_NU_865-6_E33_Renault_5
Jaune NoirNoir texte
Operating faults
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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.
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ENG_UD20505_2
Anomalie de fonctionnement (E33 - X33 - Renault)
ENG_NU_865-6_E33_Renault_5
Jaune NoirNoir texte
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.
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