JauneNoir Noir texte
91
ENG_UD27288_2
Conseils : antipollution, conomies de carburant, conduite (X45 - H45 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_2
ADVICE: antipollution, fuel economy and driving (2/3)
– Sporty driving uses a lot of fuel: drive
with a light right foot.
– Brake as little as possible. If you an-
ticipate an obstacle or bend in ad-
vance, you may then simply release
the accelerator pedal.
– Do not try to maintain the same
speed up a hill, accelerate no more
than you would on the level. Keep
your foot in the same position on the
accelerator pedal.
– Double declutching and accelerating
before switching off are unnecessary
in modern vehicles.
– Bad weather, flooded roads:
Do not drive through floods
if the water is above the
lower edge of the wheel
rims.Driving– Drive carefully for the first few miles
until the engine reaches its normal
operating temperature, rather than
let it warm up while the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
– Speed is expensive.
– Do not overrev the engine in the in-
termediate gears.
Always use the highest gear possi-
ble without labouring the engine.
On versions with an automatic gear-
box, it is preferable to keep the gear
lever in position D.
– Avoid sudden acceleration.
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 sub-
stances may be released into the at-
mosphere or damage may occur.
ÄThis warning light on the in-
strument 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 possi-
ble;
– if it flashes, reduce the engine speed
until the light stops flashing. Contact
your approved dealer as soon as
possible.
Obstructions to the driver
On the driver’s side, only
use mats suitable for the
vehicle, attached with the
pre-fitted components, and check
the fitting regularly. Do not lay one
mat on top of another.
There is a risk of wedging the
pedals
JauneNoir Noir texte
101
ENG_UD31422_8
Dispositifs de correction et d’assistance la conduite (X45 - H45 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_2
DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES (2/5)
Electronic stability control
ESC with understeer control
and traction control ASR
Electronic stability control ESC
This system helps you to keep control
of the vehicle in critical driving condi-
tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip
on a bend, etc.).
Operating principle
A sensor in the steering wheel detects
the direction selected by the driver.
Other sensors throughout the vehicle
measure the actual direction.
The system compares the direction se-
lected by the driver and the actual di-
rection of the vehicle and corrects this
as necessary by applying the brakes
selectively and/or acting on the engine
power.Traction control ASR
This system helps to limit wheelspin of
the drive wheels and to control the ve-
hicle when pulling away accelerating or
decelerating.
Operating principle
Using the wheel sensors, the system
measures and compares the speed of
the drive wheels at all times and slows
down their over-rotation. If a wheel is
starting to slip, the system brakes au-
tomatically until the drive supplied be-
comes compatible with the level of grip
under the wheel again.
The system also adjusts the engine
speed to the grip available under the
wheels, independently of the pressure
exerted on the accelerator pedal.
lit indicates that the ESC system
(with the ASR) is active.Operating faults
When the system detects an operat-
ing fault the message “Check ESC” and
warning light
© and appear
on the instrument panel. In this case,
the ESC and ASR are deactivated.
Consult an approved dealer.
JauneNoir Noir texte
106
ENG_UD31417_1
Blind Spot Warning (X45 - H45 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_2
BLIND SPOT WARNING (2/2)
Operating faults
If the system detects a faults, indicator
light on switch 3 flashes for 3 seconds
accompanied by the message “Check
Blind spot”. Consult an approved
dealer.
If you start the engine, indicator 1 and
switch 3 light flashes 3 times. It is
normal.2
3
First warningIndicator 2 lights up when it detects a
vehicle in the blind spot area.
Second warningWhen the direction indicator is turned
on and indicator 2 detects a vehicle
in the blind spot area of the direction
that you turned on the indicator light, it
flashes. If you turn off the direction indi-
cator it turns to first warning.
Conditions for non-function– If the object is not moving;
– If the traffic is heavy;
– When driving along a curved road;
– If front and rear sensors are detect-
ing an object at the same time(e.g. :
long truck);
DeactivationIf you push switch 3, the system is de-
activated and the message “Blind spot
deactivated“ appears on the instrument
panel. If you push it again the system is
activated and the message “Blind spot
activated” appears.
– If you replace, repair or
paint bumpers, the system
may have a fault.
– The system’s detecting
range follows normal lane width
and if you drive in narrow lane,
it may detect the vehicle over a
lane. If you drive in wide lane,
it may not detect the vehicle in
blind spot.
– The system can be deactivated
by strong electromagnetic waves.
Operation
Indicator 2 is turned on;
– When the vehicle speed is between
about 35 km/h and 140 km/h;
– A vehicle is in the blind spot area and
its driving direction is same as your
vehicle;
– When there is the speed gap under
about 15 km/h between your vehi-
cle and the vehicle in the blind spot
area;
If the vehicle overtakes another vehi-
cle, indicator 2 will be turned on only if
the overtaken vehicle stays in the blind
spot for more than 1 second.
JauneNoir Noir texte
11 6
ENG_UD27281_8
Aide au parking (X45 - H45 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_2
Temporary activation/deactivation
Press switch 1 to deactivate the
system: the indicator light on the switch
comes on and the message “Parking
sensor off” is displayed on the instru-
ment panel.
The system is reactivated by pressing
the switch.
Note: in this case, the system is au-
tomatically reactivated each time the
engine is switched off.
1
Activating/deactivating for long
periods
Press the switch for approximately
3 seconds to deactivate the system: the
indicator light on the switch comes on
and the message “Parking sensor off”
is displayed on the instrument panel.
The system is reactivated by press-
ing the switch again for approximately
3 seconds.
Operating faultsWhen the system detects an operat-
ing fault, the message “Check parking
sensor” is displayed on the instrument
panel, the
© warning light comes
on and a beep sounds.
Consult an approved Dealer.
When the vehicle is being driven
at a speed below 7 mph (12 km/h),
certain noises (motorcycle, lorry,
pneumatic drill, rain, alarm etc.) may
trigger the beeping sound.
PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL (3/3)
Under the following conditions, the
parking distance control system
may not function:
– the sensors are obscured (dirt,
mud, snow, etc.);
Clean with a soft cloth.
– the sensors are frozen.
Under the following conditions, the
parking distance control system
may malfunction:
– uneven surface, gravel track, hill,
forest track, etc.
– floods or water splashes.
The system may not detect objects
such as the following:
– narrow obstacles (sharp-edged
objects or rope);
– materials which absorb sound
waves easily (cotton, sponge,
snow, etc.)
JauneNoir Noir texte
160
ENG_UD23503_5
Capot moteur (X45 - H45 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_4
Opening the bonnet
To open, pull handle 1, located on the
left-hand side of the dashboard.
To unlock, push tab 5 in the direction of
arrow A (the hook releases the bonnet).
BONNET
The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera-
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
In the event of even a slight
impact involving the radia-
tor grille or bonnet, have
the bonnet lock checked by
an approved Dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
15A
Closing the bonnet
Check that nothing has been left in the
engine compartment.
To close the bonnet, replace stay 2
back into its holder 3, hold the bonnet in
the middle and lower it to 30 cm above
the closed position, then release it. It
will latch automatically under its own
weight.
Ensure that the bonnet is
properly locked.
Check that nothing is pre-
venting the catch from lock-
ing (gravel, cloth, etc.).
After any procedure in the engine
compartment, make sure that you
do not forget anything (cloth, tools,
etc.).
Lift the bonnet, release stay 2 from its
holder 3; for your safety, always fix it
in location 4.
2
3
4
JauneNoir Noir texte
166
ENG_UD28051_5
Niveaux/filtres (X45 - H45 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_4
LEVELS, FILTERS (2/3)
2
Brake fluid level
This should be checked frequently,
and immediately if you notice even the
slightest loss in braking efficiency.
The level should be read with the engine
switched off and on level ground.Level 2
It is normal for the level to drop as
the linings become worn, but it should
never drop below the “MIN” warning
line.
If you wish to check the disc and drum
wear yourself, you should obtain the
document explaining the checking pro-
cedure from our network or from the
manufacturer’s website.Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-
cuit, a specialist must replace the fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our
Technical Department (and taken from
a sealed container).
Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera-
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
JauneNoir Noir texte
171
ENG_UD22865_9
Entretien de la carrosserie (X45 - H45 - J77 - X81 - X85 - B85 - C85 - S85 - X91 - B91 - K91 - D91 - X83 - X61 - X77 ph2 - K85 - X95 - B95 - D95 - K95 - J95 - R95 - L38 - ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_4
– Before going through a roller type car
wash, return the windscreen wiper
stalk to the Park position (refer to
the information on the “Windscreen
wash/wipe” in Section 1). Check the
mounting of external accessories,
additional lights and mirrors, and
ensure that the wiper blades are se-
cured with adhesive tape.
Remove the radio aerial mast if your
vehicle is fitted with this equipment.
Remember to remove the tape and
refit the antenna after washing.
– Spray mechanical components,
hinges, etc. with products approved
by our Technical Department to
protect them after they have been
cleaned.
BODYWORK MAINTENANCE (2/2)
We have selected special products
to care for your vehicle and you can
obtain these from the manufactur-
er’s accessory outlets.
You should
– Observe the vehicle stopping dis-
tances when driving on gravelled
surfaces to prevent paint damage.
– Repair, or have repaired quickly,
areas where the paint has been
damaged, to prevent corrosion
spreading.
– Remember to visit the body shop
periodically if your vehicle has an
anti-corrosion warranty. Refer to the
Maintenance Document.
– Respect local regulations about
washing vehicles (e.g. do not wash
your vehicle on a public highway).– Wash your car frequently, with the
engine off, with cleaning products
recommended by our Technical
Department (never use abrasive
products) and be sure to jet-rinse off:
– spots of tree resin and industrial
grime;
– bird droppings, which cause a
chemical reaction with the paint
that rapidly discolours paint-
work and may even cause the
paint to peel off;
Wash the vehicle immediately to
remove these marks since it is im-
possible to remove them by pol-
ishing;
– salt, particularly in the wheel
arches and underneath the body
after driving in areas where the
roads have been gritted;
– mud in the wheel arches and un-
derneath the body which forms
damp patches.
JauneNoir Noir texte
198
ENG_UD20957_3
Balais d’essuie-vitre avant (X45 - H45 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_5
WIPER BLADES
Check the condition of the wiper
blades. You are responsible for their
service life:
– clean the blades, windscreen and
rear screen regularly with soapy
water;
– do not use them when the wind-
screen or rear screen are dry;
– free them from the windscreen or
rear screen when they have not
been used for a long time.
In frosty weather, make
sure that the wiper blades
are not stuck by ice (to
avoid the risk of the motor
overheating).
Check the condition of the wiper
blades.
Replace the wiper blades as soon
as they begin to lose efficiency (ap-
proximately once a year).
Whilst changing the blade, take care
not to drop the arm onto the window
after it has been removed as this
may break the window.
Replacing windscreen wiper
blades 1
With the ignition on and engine
switched off, lower the windscreen
wiper stalk completely: they stop
slightly away from the bonnet. Lift the
wiper arm 3, pinch the tabs 2, gently
pull upwards (movement A) then push
the blade upwards (movement B).
Refitting
Slide the blade along the arm until
it clips on. Check that it is correctly
locked. Return the windscreen wiper
stalk to the park position.
1
2
3
A
Rear screen wiper blade 4
– Lift wiper arm 5;
– pivot the blade 4 beyond the point of
resistance. (movement C);
Replace the blade.
To refit
To refit the wiper blade, proceed in re-
verse order to removal. Make sure that
the blade is correctly locked in position.
4
C
5
B