
5.9
If you have a puncture, re-
place the wheel as soon as 
possible.
A tyre which has been punc-
tured should always be inspected 
(and repaired, where possible) by a 
specialist.
CHANGING A WHEEL (2/2)
Undo the bolts and take off the wheel.
Fit the emergency spare wheel on the 
central hub and turn it to locate the 
mounting holes in the wheel and the 
hub.
Tighten the bolts, checking that the 
wheel is correctly positioned on its hub. 
Lower the jack.
With the wheel on the ground, tighten 
the bolts fully and have the tightness of 
the bolts checked and the emergency 
spare wheel pressure checked as soon 
as possible.
Do not leave the tools un-
secured inside the vehicle 
as they may come loose 
under braking. After use, 
check that all the tools are correctly 
clipped into the tool kit, then posi-
tion it correctly in its housing: risk of 
injury.
If wheel bolts are supplied in the 
tool kit, only use these bolts for the 
emergency spare wheel: refer to the 
label affixed to the emergency spare 
wheel.
The jack is designed for wheel 
changing purposes only. Under no 
circumstances should it be used for 
carrying out repairs underneath the 
vehicle or to gain access to the un-
derside of the vehicle.
Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure 
loss warning system
If under-inflated (puncture, low pres-
sure, etc.), the warning light 
 on 
the instrument panel comes on. See 
“Tyre pressure loss warning” in 
Section 2. 

5.12
Use in winter
Chains
For safety reasons, fitting snow 
chains to the rear axle is strictly for-
bidden.
Chains cannot be fitted to tyres which 
are larger than those originally fitted to 
the vehicle.
TYRES (3/3)
Snow or Winter tyres
We would recommend that these be 
fitted to all four wheels to ensure that 
your vehicle retains maximum adhe-
sion.
Warning : These tyres sometimes have 
a specific direction of rotation and a 
maximum speed index which may be 
lower than the maximum speed of your 
vehicle.
Studded tyres
This type of equipment may only be 
used for a limited period and as laid 
down by local legislation. It is neces-
sary to observe the speed specified by 
current legislation.
These tyres must, at a minimum, be 
fitted to the two front wheels.
Chains may only be fitted 
to tyres of the same size 
as those originally fitted to 
your vehicle.
In all cases, we would recommend 
that you contact an approved dealer 
who will be able to advise you on 
the choice of equipment which is 
most suitable for your vehicle.
17” wheels cannot be 
fitted with chains.
If you wish to fit snow 
chains, you must use spe-
cial equipment .
Consult an approved Dealer.
Emergency spare wheel
Refer to the information on the 
“Emergency spare wheel” and in-
structions on “Changing a wheel” in 
Section 5.
Changing wheels around
This practice is not recommended.
Fitting new tyres
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. 

5.13
Direction indicator lights
Turn the bulb holder 1 a quarter of a 
turn and take out the bulb.
Bulb type: PY21W.
Once the bulb has been replaced, 
check that it is properly secured.
Dipped beam headlight
To change the bulb:
– remove cover  A;
–  disconnect the wiring  5 (black lead);
–  unclip the spring  2 and remove the 
bulb.
Bulb type: H1.
FRONT HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs (1/3)
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.
B
Main beam headlight
To change the bulb:
– remove cover  B;
–  disconnect the wiring  4 (black lead);
– unclip the spring  3 and remove the 
bulb.
Bulb type: H1.
It is  essential to use anti-U.V. 55W 
bulbs so as not to damage the plastic 
on the headlights.
Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it 
by its base.
When the bulb has been changed, 
make sure you refit the cover correctly.
A
1
2
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3
The bulbs are under pres-
sure and can break when 
replaced.
Risk of injury.
Before performing any action in the engine compartment, the ignition 
must be switched off by pressing the engine stop button (please see the 
information on “Starting, stopping the engine” in Section 2).   

5.14
Front side light
To change a bulb, remove the cover B.
Pull the bulb holder  6 to access the 
bulb.
Bulb type: W5W.
The bulbs are under pres-
sure and can break when 
replaced.
Risk of injury.
FRONT HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs (2/3)
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.
To comply with local legislation, or 
as a precaution, you can obtain an 
emergency kit containing a set of 
spare bulbs and fuses from an ap-
proved dealer.
6
B
Before performing any 
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must 
be switched off by pressing 
the engine stop button (please see 
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).   

5.20
Operating faultsIf the battery is too weak to ensure cor-
rect operation, you can still start (insert 
the RENAULT card in the card reader) 
and lock/unlock the vehicle (refer to the 
information on "Locking/unlocking the 
doors" in Section 1).
RENAULT CARD: battery
Replacing the batteryWhen the message “KEYCARD 
BATTERY LOW” appears on the in-
strument panel, replace the RENAULT  
card battery, press button  1 pulling 
on emergency key 2 , then unclip the 
cover 3 using tab 4. 
Remove the battery by pressing on one 
side (movement  A) and by lifting the 
other (movement  B) then replace it, en-
suring the polarity and model, shown 
on cover 3 are respected.
Do not throw away your 
used batteries; give them to 
an organisation responsible 
for collecting and recycling 
batteries.
1
2
When refitting, proceed in the reverse 
order, then press one of the buttons on 
the card four times, close to the vehicle: 
the next time the vehicle is started, the 
message will disappear.
Note:  it is not advisable to touch the 
electronic circuit or contacts on the 
RENAULT card when replacing the bat-
tery.
A
B
3
The batteries are available from approved Dealers, and their service lif\
e approxi-
mately two years. Check that there is no dye on the battery: risk of an \
incorrect 
electrical contact.
4
Check that the cover is clipped shut.    

5.24
BATTERY: breakdown recovery (1/2)
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.
Connecting a battery charger
The battery charger must be com-
patible with a battery with nominal 
voltage of 12 volts.
Do not disconnect the battery when the 
engine is running.  Follow the instruc-
tions given by the manufacturer of 
the battery charger you are using.
Special procedures may be 
required to charge some 
batteries. Contact your ap-
proved dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which may 
cause an immediate explosion, and 
charge the battery in a well-venti-
lated area. Risk of serious injury.
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.
Before performing any 
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must 
be switched off by pressing 
the engine stop button (please see 
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2). 

5.25
BATTERY: breakdown recovery (2/2)
Depending on the vehicle, unclip the 
battery cover.
Connect the positive cable A to the 
support on the (+) terminal 1, then to the  
(+) terminal 4 of the battery supplying 
the current.
Connect the negative cable  B to the (–) 
terminal  3 of the battery supplying the 
current and then to the (–) terminal  2 of 
the discharged battery.
Start the engine, and as soon as it starts 
running, disconnect cables  A and B in 
reverse order  ( 2 - 3 - 4 - 1 ).
Starting the vehicle using the 
battery from another vehicle
If you have to use the battery from an-
other vehicle to start, obtain suitable 
jump leads (with a large cross section) 
from an approved dealer or, if you al-
ready have jump leads, ensure that 
they are in perfect condition.
The two batteries must have an iden-
tical nominal voltage of 12 volts.  The 
battery supplying the current should 
have a capacity (amp-hours, Ah) which 
is at least the same as that of the dis-
charged battery.
Ensure that there is no risk of contact 
between the two vehicles (risk of short 
circuiting when the positive terminals 
are connected) and that the discharged 
battery is properly connected. Switch 
off your vehicle ignition.
Start the engine of the vehicle supply-
ing the current and run it at an interme-
diate engine speed.
Check that there is no con-
tact between leads  A and B 
and that the positive lead  A 
is not touching any metal 
parts on the vehicle supplying the 
current.
Risk of injury and/or damage to the 
vehicle.
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4
AB
3   

5.30
TOWING: breakdown recovery (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 gear-
boxes), insert the RENAULT card in the 
card reader, then press the engine start 
button for two seconds.
Reposition the lever to neutral (posi-
tion  N for vehicles fitted with an auto-
matic gearbox).
The column is unlocked, the acces-
sory functions are supplied: the vehi-
cle lights can be used (indicators, brake 
lights etc.). At night the vehicle must 
have its lights on.
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 forward, with 
the gear lever in the neutral  N position, 
and for a distance not exceeding 
30 miles (50 km).
Do not remove the 
RENAULT card from the 
reader when the vehicle is 
being towed.
1
2
If the lever is stuck in P , even though 
you are depressing the brake pedal, the 
lever can be released manually. To do 
this, unclip the base of the lever, then 
insert a tool (with a hard rod to it) into 
the slot 1 and press the button 2 at the 
same time in order to unlock the lever.
Contact an authorised dealer as soon 
as possible.