2015 RENAULT MEGANE HATCHBACK steering

5.13
Tyre pressuresAdhere to the tyre pressures (including
the emergency spare wheel). The tyre
pressures should be checked at least
once a month and additionally before
any long journey (refer to the label af-
fixed to the edge of the driver’s door).Pressures should be checked when the
tyres are cold; ignore higher pressures
which may be reached in hot weather
or following a fast journey.
If tyre pressures cannot be checked
when the tyres are
cold, the normal
pressures must be increased by 0.2 to
0.3 bar (or 3 PSI).
Never deflate a hot tyre.
Special note
Depending on the vehicle, there may
be an adapter which needs to be posi-
tioned on the valve before air is added.Fitting new tyres
Emergency spare wheel
Refer to the information on the
“Emergency spare wheel” and in-
structions on “Changing a wheel” in
Section 5.
Changing wheels aroundThis practice is not recommended.
TYRES (2/3)
Incorrect tyre pressures
lead to abnormal tyre wear
and unusually hot running.
These are factors which
may seriously affect safety and lead
to:
– poor road holding,
– risk of bursting or tread separa- tion.
The pressure depends on the load
and the speed of use. Adjust the
pressure according to the condi-
tions of use (refer to the label affixed
to the edge of the driver’s door).
Please be aware that a
poorly tightened or miss-
ing valve cap can make the
tyres less airtight and lead
to pressure loss.
Always use valve caps identical to
those fitted originally and tighten
them fully.
For safety reasons, this op-
eration must be carried out
by a specialist.
Fitting different tyres may
change your vehicle as follows:
– It may mean that your vehicle no longer conforms to current regu-
lations;
– It may change the way it handles when cornering;
– It may cause the steering to be heavy;
– It may affect the use of snow chains.

5.34
TOWING: breakdown (1/2)
Before towing, unlock the steering
column: with the clutch depressed,
engage first gear (lever in position N
or R for vehicles with automatic trans-
missions), insert the RENAULT card in
the card reader then press the engine
start button for two seconds.
Reposition the lever to neutral (position
N for vehicles fitted with an automatic
gearbox).
The steering column unlocks, the ve-
hicle’s accessory functions are pow-
ered, and you can use the vehicle lights
(brake lights, hazard warning lights,
etc.). At night, the vehicle must be lit.
Once you have finished towing, press
the engine start button twice (risk of
running down the battery). The speed specified by current legis-
lation for towing must always be ob-
served. If your vehicle is the towing
vehicle, do not exceed the maximum
towing weight for your vehicle (refer
to the information on “Weights” in
Section 6).
Towing a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox
With the engine switched off, the trans-
mission is no longer lubricated. It is
preferable to tow this type of vehicle on
a trailer or tow it with the front wheels
off the ground.
Under exceptional circumstances,

you may tow the vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, only going for-
ward, with the gear lever in the N posi-
tion, and for a distance not exceeding
50 miles (80 km).
If the lever is stuck in P ,
even though you are de-
pressing the brake pedal,
the lever can be released
manually. To do this, insert a rigid
rod in the hole 2, press the rod and
unlocking button 1 located on the
lever simultaneously.
1
2
Do not remove the
RENAULT card from the
reader when the vehicle is
being towed.

5.35
TOWING: breakdown (2/2)
Only use the front 3 and rear 6 towing
points
(never use the drive shafts or any other
part of the vehicle). These towing points
may only be used for towing: never use
them for lifting the vehicle directly or in-
directly.Access to towing points
Unclip cover 5 or 7 by sliding a flat tool
(or the key integrated in the RENAULT
card) under the cover.
Tighten the tow eye 4 fully: as much
as possible by hand at first, then finish
tightening it using the wheelbrace or,
depending on the vehicle, the lever.
Use only towing hitch 4 and the wheel-
brace or the lever located under the
luggage compartment carpet in the tool
kit (please refer to the information on
the “Tool kit” in Section 5).
When the engine is
stopped, steering and brak-
ing assistance are not op-
erational.Do not leave the tools unse-
cured inside the vehicle as
they may come loose under
braking.
– Use a rigid towing bar.
If a rope or cable is used
(where the law allows this),
the vehicle being towed
must be able to brake.
– A vehicle must not be towed if it is not fit to be driven.
– Avoid accelerating or braking suddenly when towing, as this
may result in damage being
caused to the vehicle.
– When towing a vehicle, it is ad- visable not to exceed 30 mph
(50 km/h).
– Do not push the vehicle if the steering column is locked.
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4
5
6
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5.37
OPERATING FAULTS (2/6)
The starter is activatedPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
The instrument panel indicator lights
are weak or fail to light up and the
starter does not turn. Battery terminals not tight, bat-
tery terminals disconnected or
oxidised.Retighten or reconnect the terminals, or clean them
if they are oxidised.
Discharged battery or not opera-
tional. Connect another battery to the faulty battery. Refer to
information on “Battery: troubleshooting” in Section
5 or replace the battery if necessary.
Do not push the vehicle if the steering column is
locked.
Faulty circuit. Consult an approved dealer.
The engine will not start. Starting conditions are not ful-
filled.Please refer to the information on “Starting, stopping
the engine” in Section 2.
The RENAULT “hands-free” card
does not work. Insert the card in the card reader in order to start
the engine.
Please refer to the information on “Starting, stopping
the engine” in Section 2.
The engine cannot be switched off. Card not detected. Insert the card in card reader.
Electronic fault. Press the starter button quickly five times. The
engine can be restarted by pressing on the clutch
pedal if the Stop and Start function is activated.
The steering column remains locked. Steering wheel locked. Move the steering wheel while pressing the engine
start button (please refer to Section 2 “Starting, stop-
ping the engine”).
Faulty circuit. Consult an approved dealer.

5.39
OPERATING FAULTS (4/6)
On the roadPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT 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.
Coolant boiling in the coolant reser-
voir. Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder
head gasket. Stop the engine.
Contact an approved dealer.
Radiator:
If there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never b\
e topped up using cold coolant while
the engine is very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial drain\
ing of the cooling
system, it must be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct p\
roportions. Reminder: only products approved
by our Technical Department may be used for this purpose.

7.4
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (4/5)
N
navigation .............................................................\
............. 3.36
navigation system .............................................................. 3.36
O
oil change ..................................................................4.4 → 4.8
opening the doors ....................................................1.9 → 1.12
operating faults ................................ 1.56 → 1.59, 5.36 → 5.41
P
paintwork maintenance ..................................................... 4.16 – 4.17
parking distance control.........................................2.37 → 2.42
power-assisted steering.................................................\
.... 1.51
pretensioners ..........................................................\
........... 1.24
puncture.................................................... 5.2, 5.8, 5.10 – 5.11
R
radio...................................................................\
................ 3.36 fitting a radio ................................................................ 5.31
range with fuel ................................................................... 1.65
rear bench seat....................................................... 3.23 – 3.24
rear parcel shelf ...................................................... 3.26 – 3.27
rear screen de-icing/demisting ..................................... 3.5, 3.9
rear seats functions ........................................................... 3.23 – 3.24
rear view camera .................................................... 2.41 – 2.42
rear view mirrors ................................................................ 1.75
RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE (RAID) ................... 1.13
RENAULT card battery ................................................................\
.......... 5.30
use ....................................................................\
...1.2 → 1.8
RENAULT card battery ...................................................... 5.30
replacement parts .............................................................. 6.10
reverse gear selecting .................................................. 2.11, 2.43 → 2.45reversing sensor ....................................................2.37
→ 2.40
roof bars ........................................................................\
.... 3.35
roof rack roof bars ....................................................................... 3.35
running in ........................................................................\
..... 2.2
S
screen wash/wipe .............................................................. 1.84
seat belt pretensioners ..........................................1.24 → 1.27
front seat belt ...................................................1.24 → 1.27
seat belts ..................................1.21 → 1.27, 1.29 – 1.30, 1.59
see-me-home lighting ............................................... 1.79, 1.81
service sheets........................................................ 6.11 → 6.16
side indicator lights changing bulbs ............................................................. 5.23
side protection devices ...................................................... 1.29
signals and lights ...................................................1.77 → 1.81
speakers location ...............................................................\
......... 5.31
special features of diesel versions.....................................\
2.10
special features of petrol vehicles ....................................... 2.9
speed limiter .................................................1.57, 2.30 → 2.32
starting the engine .....................................................2.3 → 2.8
steering wheel adjustment .............................................................\
...... 1.51
Stop & Start ...............................................................2.6 → 2.8
Stop & Start function..................................................2.6 → 2.8
stopping the engine ...................................................2.3 → 2.5
storage compartment.............................................3.18 → 3.21
storage compartments ..................... 3.18 → 3.21, 3.28 → 3.30
storing the driver’s seat position ........................................ 1.19
sun visor ........................................................................\
.... 3.15
sunroof.................................................................\
..3.12 → 3.14
switching on the vehicle ignition .......................................... 2.4