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Batterie (X45 - H45 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_4
BATTERY
The battery does not require any main-
tenance.
Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid,
which must not come into
contact with eyes or skin. If
it does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water. If necessary,
consult a doctor.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a
risk of explosion.
Replacing the battery
As this operation is complex, we advise
you to contact an approved Dealer.
The engine may be hot
during operations in close
proximity. In addition, the
engine cooling fan may
start at any moment.
Risk of injury.
As the battery is specific
to the vehicle (presence of
a ventilation pipe to expel
corrosive and explosive
gases), make sure that it is replaced
with a battery that enables this pipe
to be connected. Consult an ap-
proved Dealer.
Label A
Observe the indications on the battery:
– 1 naked flames and smoking are for-
bidden;
– 2 eye protection required;
– 3 keep away from children;
– 4 explosive materials;
– 5 refer to the instructions;
– 6 corrosive materials.
A123
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Projecteurs lampes halogène : remplacement des lampes (H45 - X65 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_5
Direction indicator lights
Undo bulb holder 1 a quarter of a turn.
Undo the bulb a quarter of a turn.
Bulb type: WY21W.
Front side light
Disconnect the bulb holder 3 then
remove the bulb.
Bulb type: W5W.
HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs
Dipped beam/main beam
headlights
Remove cover A or B then remove con-
nector 2 or 4 from the bulb. Unclip at-
tachment 6 or 5 then remove the bulb.
Bulb type: always use 55W anti UV
bulbs to prevent damage to the lights'
plastic glass.
Bulb 2 → H7 (long life)
Bulb 4 → H7
Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it
by its base.
When the bulb has been changed,
make sure you refit the cover correctly.
The bulbs are under pres-
sure and can break when
replaced.
Risk of injury.
1
AB
3
6
2
4
5
However, because the protective
covers need to be removed, you are
advised to have your bulbs replaced
by an approved dealer.
To comply with current legislation,
or as a precaution, you can obtain
an emergency kit from an approved
dealer containing a set of spare
bulbs and fuses.
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.
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Projecteurs lampes au xénon : remplacement des lampes (X45 - H45 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_5
Cleaning the headlights
As the headlights are made of plastic
glass, use a soft cloth or cotton wool
to clean them. If this does not clean it
properly, moisten the cloth with soapy
water, then wipe clean with a soft damp
cloth or cotton wool.
Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry
cloth.
Cleaning products containing alco-
hol must not be used.
XENON HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs
Because some components (the bat-
tery, its mounting) need to be removed,
you are advised to have your bulbs
replaced by an approved dealer.
Dipped beam headlights A
Never remove cover A. fire hazard.
A special mounting is re-
quired to fit this type of
headlight, it is forbidden to
fit a headlight with xenon
bulbs to a vehicle which was not
designed for it.
Cornering lights
Remove cover B, pull on the connec-
tor 2. Remove clip 3, pressing down on
it, then remove the bulb holder.
Bulb type: H7.
Front side light
Remove the cover B, then pull bulb
holder 4.
Bulb type: W5W.
Direction indicator lights
Turn the bulb holder 1 to the left.
Bulb type: WY21W.
Due to the danger involved
in handling high-voltage de-
vices, this type of bulb must
be replaced by an approved
dealer.
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.
1
A
B
A
2
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Batterie : d pannage (X45 - H45 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_5
BATTERY: troubleshooting (1/2)
Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid,
which must not come into
contact with eyes or skin. If
it does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water. If necessary,
consult a doctor.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a
risk of explosion.
The engine may be hot when car-
rying out operations in close prox-
imity. In addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
To avoid all risk of sparks
– Ensure that any electrical consumers
(courtesy lights, etc.) are switched
off before disconnecting or recon-
necting the battery.
– When charging, stop the charger
before connecting or disconnecting
the battery.
– Do not place metal objects on the
battery to avoid creating a short cir-
cuit between the terminals.
– Always wait at least one minute after
the engine has been switched off
before disconnecting a battery.
– Make sure that you reconnect the
battery terminals after refitting.
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Anomalies de fonctionnement (X45 - H45 - X95 - J95 - R95 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_5
OPERATING FAULTS (3/5)
On the road POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Vibrations. Tyres not inflated to correct pres-
sures, incorrectly balanced or dam-
aged.Check the tyre pressures: if this is not the
problem, have them checked by an ap-
proved Dealer.
White smoke from the exhaust. This is not necessarily a fault. Smoke
may be caused by regeneration of the
particle filter.Refer to the information on “Special fea-
tures of diesel versions” in Section 2.
Smoke under the bonnet. Short-circuit or cooling system leak.Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away
from the vehicle and contact an approved
dealer.
The oil pressure warning light comes
on:
while cornering or braking The level is too low. Top up the engine oil (refer to the informa-
tion on “Engine oil level – Topping up/refill-
ing” in Section 4).
is slow to go out or remains lit
under accelerationLoss of oil pressure.Stop the vehicle: contact an authorised
dealer.
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Anomalies de fonctionnement (X45 - H45 - X95 - J95 - R95 - Renault) ENG_NU_1057-1_H45_Ph3_Renault_5
OPERATING FAULTS (4/5)
On the road POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Steering becomes heavy. Assistance overheating. Consult an approved dealer.
The engine is overheating. The cool-
ant temperature indicator is in the
warning zone and warning light
® comes on.Engine cooling fan not working. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
contact an approved dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the coolant reservoir: it should con-
tain fluid. If there is no coolant, consult an
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.