
2.5
When you leave your vehi-
cle, especially if you have 
your RENAULT card with 
you, check that the engine 
is completely switched off.Remote control RENAULT 
card
With the card in reader  2, press 
button 1: the engine will stop. Removing 
the card from the reader locks the steer-
ing column.
Special note
If the card is no longer in the reader 
when you try to switch the engine off, 
the message “NO KEYCARD PRESS 
AND HOLD” will appear on the in-
strument panel: press the button  1 for 
longer than two seconds.
Hands-free RENAULT card
With the card in the vehicle, press 
button 1: the engine will stop. The steer-
ing column is locked when the driver’s 
door is opened or the vehicle is locked.
If the card is no longer in the pas-
senger compartment when you try to 
switch the engine off, the message “NO 
KEYCARD PRESS AND HOLD” ap-
pears on the instrument panel: press 
the button 1  for longer than two sec-
onds.
Conditions for stopping the 
engine
The vehicle must stationary, with the 
lever positioned in  N or P  for vehicles 
with an automatic transmission.
Special note
Depending on the vehicle, accessories 
(e.g. radio) stop working either when 
the engine is switched off or when the 
driver’s door is opened or when the 
doors are locked.
STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE (3/3)
Never leave your vehicle 
with the RENAULT card 
inside and never leave a 
child (or a pet) unsuper-
vised, even for a short while.
There is a risk that they could start 
the engine or operate electrical 
equipment (electric windows etc.) 
and trap part of their body (neck, 
arms, hands, etc.).
Risk of serious injury.
Never switch off the ignition before 
the vehicle has stopped completely. 
Once the engine has stopped, the 
brake servo, power-assisted steer-
ing, etc. and the passive safety de-
vices such as air bags and preten-
sioners will no longer operate.
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2.6
STOP AND START FUNCTION (1/4)
This system enables a reduced fuel 
consumption and lower greenhouse 
gas emissions. The system is acti-
vated automatically when the vehicle is 
started. While driving, the system stops 
the engine (standby) when the vehicle 
is at a standstill (traffic jam, traffic lights, 
etc).
Conditions for engine 
standby
The vehicle has set off from where it 
was parked;
For vehicles equipped with auto-
matic gearboxes:
–  the gearbox is in position D  or N;
and
–  the brake pedal is depressed (suffi-ciently hard);
and
– the accelerator pedal is not de- pressed;
and
– the speed is zero for around  1 second.
The engine remains on standby if posi-
tion P is selected, or if position N is se-
lected with the handbrake engaged and 
the brake pedal released. For vehicles equipped with manual 
gearboxes:
–  the gearbox is in neutral;
and
–  The clutch pedal is released. 
  If the warning light 
 flashes, 
this means that the clutch pedal is 
not sufficiently released;
and
–  the vehicle speed is less than ap- proximately 7 mph (3 km/h).
In all vehicles, the warning light 
  
on the instrument panel is lit when the 
engine is on standby.
The vehicle equipment remain opera-
tional while the engine is stopped.
If the engine stalls while the system 
is in operation, pressing the clutch 
pedal right down will start it again.
Before getting out of the 
vehicle, you must switch 
off the ignition by pressing 
the engine stop (please see 
“Starting, stopping the engine”).
Keep your vehicle station-
ary when the engine is 
on standby (shown by the 
warning light 
 on the 
instrument panel).
Engine on standby - braking 
assistance is no longer op-
erational. 

2.7
STOP AND START FUNCTION (2/4)
To fill up with fuel, the engine must 
be stopped (and not on standby): 
always stop the engine by pressing 
the engine stop button (please see 
“Starting, stopping the engine)”.
Preventing the engine from 
standing by
In certain situations, such as negotiat-
ing a crossroads for instance, it is pos-
sible to keep the engine running so as 
to be ready to move off quickly.
For vehicles equipped with auto-
matic gearboxes:
Keep the vehicle stationary without 
pressing too hard on the brake pedal
For vehicles equipped with manual 
gearboxes:
Keep the clutch pedal pressed right 
down
Conditions for coming out of 
engine standby
For vehicles equipped with auto-
matic gearboxes:
–  the brake pedal is released, position D engaged or,
–  the brake pedal is released, position  N engaged and the handbrake off, or
–  the brake pedal is pressed again,  with position P engaged or position 
N engaged with the handbrake ap-
plied, or
–  position R is engaged or,
–  the accelerator pedal is pressed.
For vehicles equipped with manual 
gearboxes:
–  the gearbox is in neutral and the  clutch pedal is slightly depressed, or
–  the engine is in gear and the clutch  pedal is pressed right down. 

2.8
STOP AND START FUNCTION (3/4)
Conditions preventing the 
standby of the engine
Certain conditions prevent the system 
from using the engine standby function, 
including when:
–  reverse gear is engaged;
–  the bonnet is not locked;
–  the driver’s door is not closed;
–  the driver’s seatbelt is not fastened;
–  the outdoor temperature is too low or  too high (less than around 0 °C or 
higher than around 30 °C);
–  the battery is not sufficiently charged;
–  the difference between the vehicle  interior temperature and the auto-
matic climate control instruction is 
too high; –  for vehicles with automatic gear-
boxes, the gradient is steeper than 
approximately 12%;
–  the “Clear View” function is activated  (please see “Automatic Climate 
Control” in Section 3);
–  the engine temperature is too low;
–  the anti-pollution system is required;
or
– ...
the warning light 
 or, depending 
on the vehicle, the message “AUTO 
STOP UNAVAILABLE” appears on the 
instrument panel indicating that engine 
standby is not available.
Deactivate the Stop and 
Start function when per-
forming any operations in 
the engine compartment.
Special cases
With the engine on standby (traffic jam, 
traffic lights, etc.), if the driver unfastens 
their seat belt, opens the driver’s door 
or gets out of their seat, the ignition will 
be switched off.
To restart and reactivate the Stop and 
Start system, press the start button 
(please see “Starting, stopping the 
engine” in Section 2). 

2.9
STOP AND START FUNCTION (4/4)
1
2
Special feature of the automatic 
engine re-start
Under certain conditions, the engine 
can restart on its own in order to guar-
antee your safety and comfort.
This can occur especially when:
–  the outdoor temperature is too low or too high (less than around 0 °C or 
higher than around 30 °C);
–  the “Clear View” function is activated  (please see “Automatic Climate 
Control” in Section 3);
–  the battery is not sufficiently charged;
–  the vehicle speed is above 3 mph  (5 km/h) (downhill slope, etc.);
– repeated pressing on the brake  pedal or braking system require-
ment;
– ...
In the event of an emer-
gency, the engine can be 
restarted by pressing on the 
clutch pedal if the Stop and 
Start function is activated.
Deactivating, activating the 
function
Press switch 1  to deactivate the func-
tion. The message “Stop & Start deac-
tivated” will appear on the instrument 
panel and the integrated warning light  2 
on the switch will light up.
Pressing again will reactivate the 
system. The message “Stop & Start ac-
tivated” will appear on the instrument 
panel and the integrated warning light  2 
on switch 1 will go out. The system reactivates automati-
cally each time the vehicle is started 
using the start button (please refer 
to “Starting, stopping the engine” in 
Section 2).
Operating faults
When the message “Check Stop & 
Start” appears on the instrument panel 
and the integrated warning light 
2 lights 
up on the switch  1, the system is deac-
tivated.
Please consult an authorised dealer.
Before getting out of the 
vehicle, you must switch 
off the ignition by pressing 
the engine stop (please see 
“Starting, stopping the engine”).
Note: With the engine on standby, 
press switch 1  to automatically re-
start the engine.  

2.18
MAINTENANCE AND ANTIPOLLUTION ADVICE 
Your vehicle complies with criteria for 
recycling and recovering vehicles at the 
end of their service life which will come 
into force in 2015.
Some parts of your vehicle have there-
fore been designed to facilitate future 
recycling.
These parts are easy to remove so 
that they can be recovered and repro-
cessed by recycling companies.
By virtue of its design, moderate fuel 
consumption and initial settings, your 
vehicle also conforms to current anti-
pollution regulations. The manufactu-
rer is actively striving to reduce pollu-
tant exhaust gas emissions and to save 
energy. But the fuel consumption of 
your vehicle and the level of pollutant 
exhaust gas emissions are also your 
responsibility. Ensure that it is maintai-
ned and used correctly.
Maintenance
It is important to remember that fai-
lure to respect antipollution regulations 
could lead to legal action being taken 
against the vehicle owner.In addition, replacing engine, fuel 
supply system and exhaust compo-
nents with parts other than those origi-
nally recommended by the manufactu-
rer may alter your vehicle so that it no 
longer complies with antipollution regu-
lations.
Have your vehicle adjusted and chec-
ked by an approved Dealer, in accor-
dance with the instructions given in 
your maintenance schedule: they will 
have all the equipment necessary for 
ensuring that your vehicle is maintained 
to its original standard.
Engine adjustments
– Spark plugs:
 for optimum condi-
tions of use, output and performance 
the specifications laid down by our 
Design Department must be strictly 
applied.
If the spark plugs have to be changed,  use the make, type and gap specified 
for your vehicle’s engine. Contact an 
approved dealer for this.
–  Air filter, diesel filter: a choked ele-ment will reduce efficiency. It must be 
replaced.
–  Ignition and idle speed:  no adjust-
ment is needed.
Exhaust gas monitoring 
system
The exhaust gas monitoring system will 
detect any operating faults in the vehi-
cle’s antipollution system.
If this system malfunctions, toxic subs-
tances may be released into the atmos-
phere or damage may occur.
ÄThis warning light on the ins-
trument panel will indicate if 
there are any faults in the system:
This lights up when the ignition is 
switched on and goes out when the 
engine is started.
–  If it lights up continuously, consult  an approved Dealer as soon as pos-
sible;
–  if it flashes, reduce the engine speed  until the light stops flashing. Contact 
your approved dealer as soon as 
possible. 

2.21
TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING (2/3)
2
3
4
Note:
The standard tyre pressure cannot be 
less than that recommended and indi-
cated on the door frame.
Display
The display 2 on the instrument panel 
informs you of any tyre pressure faults 
(flat tyre, punctured tyre, etc.).
ADJUST TYRE PRESSURE
Warning light 
 comes on, along 
with the message “ADJUST TYRE 
PRESSURE”. 
These indicate that at least one tyre is 
flat.
Check and, if necessary, readjust the 
pressures of the four wheels when cold. 
The warning light 
 goes off after a 
few minutes’ driving. PUNCTURE
The warning light 
 comes on 
steady, accompanied by the message 
“PUNCTURE” and a beep.
They indicate that at least one wheel 
is punctured or severely underinflated. 
Replace it or contact an authorised 
dealer if it is punctured. Top up the tyre 
pressure if the wheel is deflated.
This message is accompanied by the 
warning light 
®.
Warning light ® re-
quires you to stop immedi-
ately, for your own safety, 
as soon as traffic conditions allow.
Resetting procedure
With the ignition on:
–  repeatedly press button  3 or 4  to 
select the “LEARNING THE TYRE 
PRESSURE” function on the dis-
play 2;
–  press and hold (around 3 seconds)  button  3 or 4  to start initialisation. 
Display of the message “PRESSURE 
REF ONGOING” indicates that the 
reset request for the tyre pressure 
reference value has been taken into 
account.
Reinitialisation is carried out after a few 
minutes’ driving.
The sudden loss of pressure in a 
tyre (burst tyre, etc.) cannot be de-
tected by the system.  

2.23
Depending on the vehicle, this is com-
posed of:
–  anti-lock braking system (ABS);
–  electronic stability program (ESC) with understeer control and trac-
tion control;
–  emergency brake assist;
–  hill start assistance.Operating faults:
– 
© and x lit up on the in-
strument panel alongside messages 
“CHECK ABS”, “CHECK BRAKING 
SYSTEM” and “CHECK ESC”: ABS, 
ESC and emergency brake assist 
are deactivated. Braking is always 
enabled;
–  
x, D, © and ® lit 
up on the instrument panel alongside 
the message “BRAKING SYSTEM 
FAULT”:  this indicates a fault in 
the braking system.
In both cases, consult an approved 
Dealer.
Anti-lock braking system 
(ABS)
Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents 
the wheels from locking, allowing the 
stopping distance to be managed and 
keeping control of the vehicle.
Under these circumstances, the vehi-
cle can be steered to avoid an obstacle 
whilst braking. In addition, this system 
can increase stopping distances, par-
ticularly on roads with low surface grip 
(wet ground etc.).
You will feel a pulsation through the 
brake pedal each time the system is 
activated. The ABS does not in any 
way improve the vehicle's physical per-
formance relating to the road surface 
and road-holding. It is still  essential to 
follow the rules of good driving practice 
(such as driving at a safe distance from 
the vehicle in front etc.).
DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (1/4)
These functions are an ad-
ditional aid in the event of 
critical driving conditions, 
enabling the vehicle behav-
iour to be adapted to suit the driving 
conditions.
However, the functions do not take 
the place of the driver. They do 
not increase the vehicle’s limits 
and should not encourage you 
to drive more quickly.  Therefore, 
they can under no circumstances 
replace the vigilance or responsibil-
ity of the driver when manoeuvring 
the vehicle (the driver must always 
be ready for sudden incidents which 
may occur when driving).
In an emergency, apply firm and 
continuous pressure  to the brake 
pedal. There is no need to pump 
it repeatedly. The ABS will modu-
late the force applied in the braking 
system.
Your braking systems 
are partially operational. 
However, it is dangerous 
to brake suddenly  and 
it is essential to stop immediately, 
as soon as traffic conditions allow. 
Contact an approved dealer.