2015 RENAULT MEGANE HATCHBACK parking brake

2.12
Before leaving the vehicle,
check that the electronic
parking brake is fully ap-
plied. Indicator light 2 on
switch 3 and indicator light
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on the instrument panel light up to
show that the parking brake is ap-
plied but go out when the doors are
locked.
Note:
To indicate that the electronic parking
brake is released, a beep sounds and
the message “Apply parking brake” ap-
pears on the instrument panel:
– with the engine running: when the driver’s door is opened;
– with the engine switched off (eg. when the engine stalls): when a front
door is opened.
In this case, pull and release switch 3 to
apply the electronic parking brake.
Automatic releasing of the
electronic parking brake
The brake will be released as soon as
the vehicle moves, by accelerating with
a gear selected and the engine running.
Automatic operation
The electronic parking brake en-
sures vehicle immobilisation when the
engine is stopped and engine Start/
Stop button 1 is pressed.
In all other instances, e.g. engine stal-
ling, the electronic parking brake is not
applied automatically. Manual mode
must be used.
For certain country-specific model ver-
sions, the automatic brake application
function is not activated. Refer to the in-
formation on “Manual operation”.
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (1/3)
To confirm that the electronic parking
brake is applied, the message “Parking
brake on” and warning light
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on the instrument panel and warning
light 2 on the switch 3 light up.
After the engine is switched off, indi-
cator light 2 goes out several minutes
after the electronic parking brake has
been applied and indicator light
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goes out when the vehicle is locked.
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2.13
Special cases
When parking on a slope or towing a
trailer, pull switch 3 for a few seconds
to obtain the maximum braking effect.
To park the vehicle without applying the
electronic parking brake (if there is a
risk of freezing, for example):
– with the engine running and RENAULT card in reader 4, switch
off the engine by pressing engine
Start/Stop button 1;
– remove the RENAULTcard from the Reader 4 and insert it again in the
reader;
– select a gear (manual gearbox) or position P (automatic gearbox);
– depress the brake pedal and press switch 3 at the same time;
– remove the RENAULT card from the card reader.
Brief stopTo manually activate the electronic par-
king brake, (when stopping at a red
light, or stopping when the engine is
running, etc.): pull and release switch 3.
The brake is released as soon as the
vehicle is started up again.
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (2/3)
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1
3
Manual operationYou can control the electronic parking
brake manually.
Applying the electronic parking
brake
Pull switch 3. Indicator lights 2 and
} light up on the instrument panel.
Releasing the electronic parking
brake
With the ignition on, depress the brake
pedal then press button 3: indicator
lights 2 and
} go out.
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2.14
– If there is an electronic parking brake fault, warning lights
® light up
accompanied by the “Parking brake
fault” message, a beep and, in cer-
tain cases, warning light
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This means that you must stop as
soon as traffic conditions allow.
Operating faults
– If there is a fault, the © warning
light illuminates on the instrument
panel accompanied by the “Check
parking brake” message and, in
some cases, the
} warning
light.
Contact an approved Dealer as soon
as possible.
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (3/3)
It is therefore essential to
immobilise the vehicle by
engaging first gear (manual
gearbox) or position P (au-
tomatic gearbox). If the slope re-
quires it, chock the vehicle.
Versions with an automatic
gearbox
For safety reasons, automatic release
is deactivated when the driver’s door
is open or not shut properly and the
engine is running (in order to prevent
the vehicle from moving without the
driver). The “Release parking brake
manually” message appears on the
instrument panel when the driver de-
presses the accelerator.
Never leave your vehicle
without moving the selec-
tor lever to position P or N.
This is because when the
vehicle is stationary with the engine
running and a gear engaged, the
vehicle may begin to move if you
accelerate.
There is a risk of accidents.If no lights or sounds are
apparent, this indicates
a fault in the instrument
panel. This indicates that
it is essential to stop immediately
(as soon as traffic conditions allow).
Ensure that the vehicle is correctly
immobilised and contact an appro-
ved Dealer.

2.44
Parking the vehicle
When the vehicle is stopped, move the
lever to position P while keeping your
foot on the brake pedal: the gearbox is
in neutral and the drive wheels are me-
chanically locked by the driveshaft.
Apply the handbrake or, depending
on the vehicle, ensure that the elec-
tronic parking brake is applied.
Special circumstances
– If the road contours and bends
do not allow you to stay in auto-
matic mode (e.g.: in the mountains),
we recommend that you change to
manual mode.
This will prevent the automatic gear-
box from changing gears repeatedly
when climbing, and permit engine
braking on long descents.
– In cold weather, to prevent the
engine from stalling, wait a few mo-
ments before shifting the selector
lever from position P or N and en-
gaging D or R.
Driving in manual mode
With the selector lever in position D,
move the lever to the left. Shifting the
lever repeatedly allows you to change
gears manually:
– To move down through the gears, push the lever backwards;
– To move up through the gears, push the lever forwards.
The gear selected is displayed on the
instrument panel.
Special cases
Under certain driving conditions (e.g.
engine protection, or electronic stabil-
ity program (ESP) operational etc.): the
automatic system may change gear au-
tomatically.
Likewise, to prevent incorrect manoeu-
vres, a gear change may be refused by
the automatic system: in this case the
gear display flashes for a few seconds
as a warning.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (2/3)
In very cold weather, the system
may prevent the gears from being
shifted in manual mode until the
gearbox reaches the right tempera-
ture.
An impact to the under-
side of the vehicle while
manoeuvring (e.g.: strik-
ing a post, raised kerb or
other street furniture) may result in
damage to the vehicle (e.g.: defor-
mation of an axle).
To avoid any risk of accident, have
your vehicle checked by an ap-
proved Dealer.

5.10
Offer up the jack 4 horizontally; the jack
head must be lined up with jacking
point 1 located on the underside of the
sill, closest to the wheel concerned, as
shown by arrow 2.
Start cranking the jack up by hand to
align the base plate (which should be
pushed slightly under the vehicle).
Turn the wheelbrace until the wheel lifts
off the ground.
Switch on the hazard warn-
ing lights.
Keep the vehicle away from
traffic and on a level surface
where it will not slip.
Apply the parking brake and engage
a gear (first or reverse, or P for auto-
matic transmissions).
Ask all the passengers to leave the
vehicle and keep them away from
traffic.
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1
2
4
CHANGING A WHEEL (1/2)
To prevent any risk of injury
or damage to the vehicle,
only crank the jack until the
wheel you are replacing is
a maximum of 3 centimetres off the
ground.
If the vehicle is parked on
the hard shoulder, you must
warn other road users of
your vehicle’s presence
with a warning triangle or with other
devices as per the legislation apply-
ing to the country you are in.
Vehicles equipped with a jack
and wheelbrace
If necessary, remove the wheel trim.
Use the wheelbrace 3 to slacken off the
wheel bolts. Position it so as to be able
to push from above.
If the vehicle is not equipped with a
jack or wheelbrace, you can obtain
these from your approved dealer.

5.27
FUSES (2/2)
Some accessories are protected by
fuses located in the engine compart-
ment in fuse box C.
However, because of their reduced ac-
cessibility, we advise you to have your
fuses replaced by an approved Dealer.Allocation of fuses(the presence of certain fuses depends
on the vehicle equipment level)
1 Electronic parking brake;
2 Brake lights;
3 Automatic door locking;
4 Driver’s electric window;
5 Passenger compartment unit;
6 Direction indicator lights;
7 Navigation system;8 Interior rear-view mirror;
9 Rear screen wiper;
10 and 11
Rear electric windows;
12 ABS/ESC ;
13 Passenger electric window;
14 Windscreen washer;
15 Heated door mirrors;
16 Radio;
17 Luggage compartment accessories
socket;
18 Rear seat accessories socket;
19 Cigarette lighter.
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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15
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7.2
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (2/5)
driving ........ 2.2 → 2.5, 2.9 → 2.17, 2.20 → 2.27, 2.30 → 2.40,
2.43 → 2.45
driving position settings ............................................................1.2\
1 → 1.23
driving recommendations ......................................2.15 → 2.17
E
electric beam height adjustment ........................................ 1.81
electric windows ....................................................3.12 → 3.14
electronic parking brake ........................................2.12 → 2.14
electronic stability control: ESC .............................2.24 → 2.27
emergency brake assist.........................................2.24 → 2.27
emergency braking ................................................2.24 → 2.27
emergency key ........................................................... 1.2 – 1.3
emergency spare wheel ...................................................... 5.2
engine coolant ..................................................................... 4.9
engine oil ..........................................................1.58, 4.4 → 4.8
engine oil capacity .....................................................4.6 → 4.8
engine oil level ...........................................................4.4 → 4.8
engine standby ..........................................................2.6 → 2.8
engine start/stop button .............................................2.3 → 2.5
environment ............................................................\
........... 2.19
ESC: electronic stability control .............................2.24 → 2.27
external temperature ......................................................... 1.74
F
faults operating faults ................................................5.36 → 5.41
filter air filter ........................................................................\
. 4.11
diesel filter .................................................................... 4.11
oil filter ........................................................ 4.6 → 4.8, 4.11
passenger compartment filter ...................................... 4.11
fitting a radio ...................................................................... 5.31
fittings ...............................................................\
.....3.18 → 3.21
fog lights ................................................................5.15 → 5.17front passenger air bag deactivation ................................. 1.48
front seat driver’s position memory .............................................. 1.19
front seat adjustment .............................................. 1.16 – 1.17
front seats adjustment ..........................1.14, 1.16 – 1.17, 1.21 → 1.23
with electric controls .................................................... 1.18
with manual controls .................................................... 1.16
fuel advice on fuel economy ...................................2.15 → 2.17
capacity ...............................................................\
......... 1.85
consumption .......................1.59, 1.64 – 1.65, 2.15 → 2.17
filling ........................................................1.59, 1.85 → 1.87
grade ................................................................1.\
85 → 1.87
fuel consumption ......................1.59, 1.64 – 1.65, 2.15 → 2.17
fuel economy .........................................................2.15 → 2.17
fuel filler cap ..........................................................1.85 → 1.87
fuel level ........................................................................\
.... 1.60
fuel tank capacity ............................................................1.8\
5 → 1.87
fuel tank capacity ...................................................1.85 → 1.87
fuses

....................................................................... 5.26 – 5.27
G
gear lever..............................................................\
............. 2.11
glove box ........................................................................\
... 3.20
H
handbrake...............................................................\
.. 1.56, 2.11
hands-free telephone integrated control ............................ 3.36
hazard warning lights signal ................................... 1.76 – 1.77
headlight beam adjustment ............................................... 1.81
headlight flashers .............................................................. 1.76
headlight washer ............................................................... 1.83
headrest................................................................\
.. 1.14 – 1.15
heating and air conditioning system .................................. 3.11