
5.32
TOWING: breakdown recovery (1/2)
Before towing, put the gearbox in neu-
tral, unlock the steering column and re-
lease the parking brake.
For vehicles fitted with an automa-
tic gearbox, if it is not possible to put
the gear lever into position N, please
consult an authorised dealer.
Steering column unlocking
Insert the key into the ignition or, de-
pending on the vehicle, having the
RENAULT card on you, press the
engine start button for approximately
2 seconds.
Reposition the lever to neutral (posi-
tion N for vehicles fitted with an auto-
matic gearbox).
The steering column unlocks, the ac-
cessory functions are powered: you
can use the vehicle’s lights (direction
indicators, brake lights, etc.). At night
the vehicle must have its lights on.
Depending on the vehicle, once you
have finished towing, press the engine
start button twice (risk of running down
the battery). The speed specified by current legisla-
tion for towing must always be obser-
ved. If your vehicle is the towing vehi-
cle, do not exceed the maximum towing
weight for your vehicle (refer to the in-
formation on “Weights” in Section 6).
Towing a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox
Transport the vehicle on a trailer or tow
it with the front wheels off the ground.
In exceptional circumstances
, you
may tow it with all four wheels on the
ground, only in a forward gear, with the
gear in neutral position N over a maxi-
mum distance of 50 miles and not ex-
ceeding a speed of 15 mph (25 km/h).
1
2
Do not remove the key from
the ignition when the vehi-
cle is being towed.
If the lever is stuck in P , even though
you are depressing the brake pedal, the
lever can be released manually. To do
this, insert a tool (with a hard rod to it)
into the slot 1 and press the button 2 at
the same time to unlock the lever.
Contact an authorised dealer as soon
as possible.

5.36
OPERATING FAULTS (3/7)
The starter is activatedPOSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
The instrument panel indicator lights are
weak or fail to light up and the starter
does not turn. Battery terminals not tight,
battery terminals discon-
nected or oxidised.Retighten or reconnect the terminals, or clean them if
they are oxidised.
Discharged battery or not
operational. 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
fulfilled.Please refer to the information on “Starting, stopping
the engine” in Section 2.
The RENAULT card does
not work. Please refer to the information on “Starting, stopping
the engine” in Section 2.
The engine cannot be switched off. Card not detected. Please refer to the information on “Starting, stopping
the engine” in Section 2.
Electronic fault. Press the starter button quickly five times.
The steering column remains locked. Steering wheel locked. Move the steering wheel while pressing the engine
start button or, depending on the vehicle, while turning
the key (refer to the information on “Starting, stopping
the engine” in Section 2).
Faulty circuit. Consult an approved dealer.

5.37
OPERATING FAULTS (4/7)
On the roadPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT 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. In the diesel version, this is necessar-
ily a fault. Smoke may be caused by
particle filter regeneration. Please refer to the information on “Special
features 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 level (refer to the in-
formation on “Engine oil level: topping up,
filling” in Section 4).
is slow to go out or remains lit
under acceleration Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle and contact an approved
Dealer.

5.38
OPERATING FAULTS (5/7)
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.

5.39
OPERATING FAULTS (6/7)
Electrical equipmentPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
The wipers do not work. Wiper blades stuck. Free the blades before using the wipers.
Faulty electrical circuit. Consult an approved dealer.
Fuse damaged. Replace the fuse, refer to the information
on “Fuses”.
The wiper does not stop. Faulty electrical controls.Consult an approved dealer.
Direction indicators flashing more
quickly. Blown bulb.
See information on “Headlights: changing
bulbs” or “Rear and side lights: changing
bulbs”.
The direction indicators do not work. Faulty electrical circuit or control. Consult an approved dealer. Fuse damaged. Replace the fuse, refer to the information
on “Fuses”.
The lights do not come on or go off. Faulty electrical circuit or control. Consult an approved dealer.
Fuse damaged. Replace the fuse, refer to the information
on “Fuses”.

5.40
OPERATING FAULTS (7/7)
Electrical equipmentPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Traces of condensation in the lights. Traces of condensation may be a nat- ural phenomenon caused by varia-
tions in temperature.
In this case, the traces will disappear
slowly once the lights are switched
on.
The front seat belt reminder light
comes on when the seat belts are
fastened. An object is stuck between the floor
and the seat and is disrupting the op-
eration of the sensor. Remove all objects from underneath the
front seats.

7.1
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (1/5)
A
ABS ..............................................................1.56, 2.29 → 2.38
accessories........................................................................\
5.29
accessories socket ............................................................ 3.24
additional methods of restraint .......................................... 1.33 side protection ............................................................. 1.32
to the front seat belts .......................................1.27 → 1.30
to the rear seat belts .................................................... 1.31
adjusting your driving position ..1.19 – 1.21, 1.23 → 1.26, 3.25
advice on antipollution ....................................................... 2.24
air bag...........................................................1.27 → 1.33, 1.54
activating the front passenger air bags ........................ 1.49
deactivating the front passenger air bags .................... 1.47
air conditioning ........................................................3.4 → 3.13
air vents ...................................................................... 3.2 – 3.3
anti-corrosion check ..............................................6.14 → 6.18
anti-corrosion protection .................................................... 4.15
anti-lock braking system: ABS ...............................2.29 → 2.38
antipollution advice .................................................................\
......... 2.24
armrest: front ..................................................................\
............ 3.20
ashtray ................................................................\
............... 3.24
ASR (traction control) ............................................2.29 → 2.38
assisted parking.....................................................2.67 → 2.70
audible and visual signals.................................................. 1.85
automatic gearbox (use) ........................................2.71 → 2.73
automatic gearbox selector lever...........................2.71 → 2.73
B
battery................................................. 4.13 – 4.14, 5.27 – 5.28 troubleshooting ................................................. 5.27 – 5.28
battery (remote control) ..................................................... 5.23
blind spot warning signal .......................................2.46 → 2.49
blind spot: warning signal ......................................2.46 → 2.49
bonnet........................................................................\
. 4.2 – 4.3 brake fluid ........................................................................\
.... 4.9
bulbs changing ..........................................................5.14 → 5.21
C
catalytic converter................................................... 2.12 – 2.13
central door locking .................1.2 – 1.3, 1.5, 1.8 → 1.15, 1.18
changing a bulb .....................................................5.14 → 5.21
changing a wheel...................................................... 5.9 – 5.10
changing gear ...............................................2.14, 2.71 → 2.73
child restraint/seat ....................1.34 – 1.35, 1.37 → 1.43, 1.47
child safety...............1.30, 1.34 – 1.35, 1.37 → 1.43, 1.47, 2.5,
3.15 – 3.16
child seats..........................................1.34 – 1.35, 1.37 → 1.43
children ........................................ 1.6, 1.34 – 1.35, 3.15 – 3.16
children (safety) ................................................................... 1.6
cigar lighter ........................................................................\
3.24
cleaning: inside the vehicle .............................................. 4.17 – 4.18
clock ..................................................................\
................ 1.75
closing the doors ...................................................1.13 → 1.18
control instruments .......................................1.54 → 1.63, 1.75
controls ...............................................................\
...1.50 → 1.53
courtesy light ................................................. 3.17 – 3.18, 5.20
courtesy mirrors ................................................................. 3.19
cruise control ................................................1.57, 2.56 → 2.59
cruise control-speed limiter.............. 2.50 → 2.52, 2.56 → 2.59
customised vehicle settings ................................... 1.72 – 1.73
customising the vehicle settings ............................ 1.72 – 1.73
D
dashboard..............................................................1.50 → 1.53
deadlocking the doors ................................................ 1.5, 1.12
demisting rear screen .........................................................3.4 → 3.12
windscreen .........................................................3.4 → 3.12

7.3
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (3/5)
hazard warning lights signal .............................................. 1.85
headlight beam adjustment .................................... 1.86 – 1.87
headrest.................................................................... 1.19, 3.25
heated seats ...................................................................... 1.20
heated windscreen ..................................................3.7 → 3.12
heating and air conditioning system ........................3.4 → 3.13
heating system ........................................................3.4 → 3.13
Hill Start Assist.......................................................2.29 → 2.38
horn ...................................................................\
................ 1.85
horn: flash ..................................................................\
........... 1.85
hubcap tool ................................................................. 5.7 – 5.8
I
ignition switch ...................................................................... 2.3
indicators ......................................................1.85, 5.14 → 5.19
indicators: direction indicators ....................................................... 1.85
instrument panel ..............................................1.54 → 1.63
instrument panel ....................................................1.54 → 1.71
instrument panel messages...................................1.62 → 1.71
interior trim maintenance ..................................................... 4.17 – 4.18
Isofix ....................................................................... 1.37 – 1.38
J
jack ...................................................................\
................... 5.7
K
keys ...................................................................\
........1.2 → 1.5
L
lane departure warning ..........................................2.43 → 2.45
levels .................................................................\
......4.8 → 4.10
levels: brake fluid ...................................................................... 4.9 coolant ................................................................\
........... 4.8
windscreen washer reservoir ....................................... 4.10
lifting the vehicle changing a wheel ................................................ 5.9 – 5.10
lighting: exterior .............................................................1.79 → 1.87
instrument panel .......................................................... 1.79
interior ........................................... 3.17 – 3.18, 5.20 – 5.21
lights adjustment ........................................................ 1.86 – 1.87
changing bulbs .................................................5.14 → 5.16
front ..................................................................\
5.14 → 5.16
lights: adjusting ........................................................... 1.86 – 1.87
brake lights ......................................................5.17 → 5.19
dipped beam headlights .................1.54, 1.79, 5.14 → 5.16
direction indicators .........................1.54, 1.85, 5.14 → 5.17
fog lights .................................................... 1.54, 1.82, 5.19
hazard warning ............................................................ 1.85
main beam headlights ................................ 1.54, 1.79, 5.14
reversing lights ............................................................. 5.19
side lights ................................................1.79, 5.14 → 5.17
load permitted on the roof.................................................... 6.6
locking the doors ..............................................1.4, 1.6 → 1.18
luggage compartment cover .............................................. 3.29
luggage retaining net .............................................. 3.34 – 3.35
M
maintenance ............................................................\
.......... 2.24
maintenance: bodywork .......................................................... 4.15 – 4.16
interior trim ........................................................ 4.17 – 4.18
mechanical ..............................4.4, 4.13 – 4.14, 6.8 → 6.13
map reading lights .................................................. 3.17 – 3.18
menu for customising the vehicle settings .............. 1.72 – 1.73
methods of restraint in addition to the seat belts ...1.27 → 1.33