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ENG_UD13969_2
Rodage / Contacteur de démarrage (X76 - Renault)
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Running in/Ignition switch
Ignition on position M
The ignition is switched on:
– p
etrol version : you may start the
engine;
– d
iesel version : the engine is pre-
heating.
Start position D
If the engine fails to start at the first at-
tempt, turn the key back before activat-
ing the starter again. Release the key
as soon as the engine starts.
Stop and steering lock
position St
To lock: remove the key and turn the
steering wheel until the steering column
locks.
To unlock: turn the key and the steering
wheel slightly.
Accessories position A
When the ignition is switched off, any
accessories (radio, etc.) will continue to
function.
Petrol version
For the first 600 miles (1,000 km) do
not exceed 54 mph (90 km/h) in the
highest gear.
You may only expect top performance
from your vehicle after approximately
1,800 miles (3
000 km).
S e r v i c e i n t e r v a l s : r e f e r t o t h e
Maintenance Service Booklet for the
vehicle.
Diesel version
Up to 900 miles (1,500 km) , do not
e
xceed 2,500 rpm or approximately
5
4 mph (90 km/h) in the highest gear.
After completing this mileage you may
drive faster, although you may only
expect top performance after approxi-
mately 3,600
miles (6,000 km).
During the running in period, do not ac-
celerate hard while the engine is still
cold and do not let the engine over-rev.
S e r v i c e i n t e r v a l s : r e f e r t o t h e
Maintenance Service Booklet for the
vehicle.
RUNNING IN/IGNItIoN SwItch
In the “Accessories” or “On” posi-
tion, a system may automatically
switch off your vehicle’s accessories
depending on the battery charge, to
prevent it from discharging com-
pletely.
batterytroubleshooting ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU) 5.19
ENG_UD14324_2
Batterie : dépannage (X76 - Renault)
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Battery: troubleshooting
BA ttEry : 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.
t o avoid all risk of sparks:
– Ensure that any consumers (cour-
tesy lights, etc.) are switched off
before disconnecting or reconnect-
ing 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 twenty seconds
after the engine has been switched
off before disconnecting a battery.
–
Make sure that you reconnect the
battery terminals after refitting.
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.
