2017 RENAULT MEGANE Fuel tank

1.1
Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle
Key, radio frequency remote control: general information, use, deadlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
The RENAULT card: general information and use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . 1.6
Locking/unlocking the doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.13
Opening and closing the doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Automatic locking when driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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Headrests - Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.20
Seat belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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Additional methods of restraint: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.28in addition to the front seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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to the rear seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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side protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.33
Child safety: General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.35 choosing a child seat mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Fitting a child seat, general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . 1.42
Child seats: attachment by seat belt or by Isofix system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.44 deactivating/activating the front passenger airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.50
Audible and visual signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.53
Driving position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.54
Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.58 trip computer and warning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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vehicle settings customisation menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . 1.80
Steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.82
Power-assisted steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.83
Clock and outdoor temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.84
Rear view mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
Headlight beam adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.87
Exterior lighting and signals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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Washers, wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Fuel tank (filling with fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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DRIVER’S POSITION, LEFT-HAND DRIVE (2/2)
The equipment fitted, described below, DEPENDS ON THE VERSION AND COUNTRY.
1 Air vent.
2 Demister outlet.
3 Stalk for:
– direction indicator lights;
– exterior lights;
– rear fog lights.
4 Driver Airbag and horn location.
5 Instrument panel.
6 Head-up display.
7 Controls for:
– on-board computer information
read-out and vehicle settings
customisation menu,
– remote radio and navigation
system.
8 Steering column stalk for wind-
screen and rear screen wash/
wiper.
9 Heating or air conditioning con-
trols.
10 Multifunction touch-screen.
11 Multifunction screen controls:
– screen activation/deactivation;
– volume;
– welcome menu;
– driving aids menu;
– settings.
12 Switches for:
– hazard warning lights;
– electric door locking.
13 Passenger Airbag location.
14 Glove compartment
15 Controls for:
– front seat heating;
– activation/deactivation, depend-
ing on the vehicle, of the ECO or
RS Drive mode;
– activation/deactivation of the
parking distance control system;
– activation/deactivation of the
Stop and Start function;
– lane departure warning.
16 Accessories and multimedia sock-
ets.
17 Storage compartment/cup holder.
18 Cruise control/speed limiter main
control.
19 Assisted parking brake control.
20 Multi-Sense control.
21 Gearstick.
22 Engine start/stop button (vehicles
with RENAULT card).
23 Ignition switch (vehicles with key).
24

Control for adjusting steering wheel height and reach.
25 Cruise control/speed limiter and
adaptive cruise control controls.
26 Handbrake.
27 Bonnet release control.
28 Controls for:
– headlight beam height remote
adjustment;
– lighting rheostat for control in-
struments;
– steering wheel heating;
– luggage compartment lid re-
lease;
– unlocking the fuel tank cover.

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DRIVING POSITION: RIGHT-HAND DRIVE (2/2)
The equipment fitted, described below, DEPENDS ON THE VERSION AND COUNTRY.
16 Control for adjusting steering
wheel height and reach.
17 Engine start/stop button (vehicles
with RENAULT card).
18 Switches for:
– hazard warning lights;
– electric door locking.
19 Gearstick.
20 Storage compartment/cup holders.
21 Cruise control/speed limiter main
control.
22 Assisted parking brake control.
23 Multi-Sense control.
24 Accessories and multimedia sock-
ets.
25 Glove compartment
26 Handbrake.
27 Bonnet release control.

1 Air vent.
2 Demister outlet.
3 Passenger Airbag location.
4 Controls for:
– front seat heating;
– activation/deactivation, depend-
ing on the vehicle, of the ECO or
RS Drive mode;
– activation/deactivation of the
parking distance control system;
– activation/deactivation of the
Stop and Start function;
– lane departure warning.
5 Heating or air conditioning con-
trols.
6 Multifunction touch-screen.
7 Multifunction screen controls:
– screen activation/deactivation;
– volume;
– welcome menu;
– driving aids menu;
– settings.
8 Stalk:
– direction indicator lights;
– exterior lights;
– rear fog lights.
9 Cruise control/speed limiter and
adaptive cruise control controls.
10 Instrument panel.
11 Driver Airbag and horn location.
12 Controls for:
– on-board computer information
read-out and vehicle settings
customisation menu,
– remote radio and navigation


system.
13 Steering column stalk for wind-
screen and rear screen wash/
wiper.
14 Controls for:
– headlight beam height remote
adjustment;
– lighting rheostat for control in-
struments;
– steering wheel heating;
– luggage compartment lid re-
lease;
– unlocking the fuel tank cover.
15 Ignition switch (vehicles with key).

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For details on filling the fuel tank, refer
to the information on “Filling with fuel”.
To close it, press on the fuel filler flap by
hand, as far as it will go.
FUEL TANK (1/3)
Useable fuel tank capacity:
– Approximately 8.8 or 9.9 gal (40 or
45 litres) for diesel versions;
– Approximately 10.34 or 11 gal (47 or
50 litres) for petrol versions.
With the vehicle unlocked, to open
cover 2, press area A then release or,
depending on the vehicle, press the
control on the dashboard 1. The cover 2
opens.
Valve 3 is integrated into the filler pipe.Fuel grade
Use a high-grade fuel that complies
with the legislation in force in each
country and which must comply with
the specifications given on the label on
the cover 2. Refer to the information on
“Engine specifications” in Section 6.
Never press valve 3 with
your fingers.
Do not wash the filler
area with a high-pressure
washer.
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A
1
2
3

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FUEL TANK (2/3)Filling with fuel
With the ignition off, insert the nozzle to
open valve 3 and insert it fully before
turning it on to fill the fuel tank (risk of
splashing).
Keep the nozzle in this position through-
out the entire filling operation.
When the pump cuts out automatically
at the end of the filling procedure, a
maximum of two further filling attempts
may be made, as there must be suffi-
cient space in the fuel tank to allow for
expansion.
Make sure that no water enters the fuel
tank during filling. The valve 3 and its
surround must remain clean.
Vehicle fitted with the Stop and
Start function
To fill up with fuel, the engine must
be stopped (and not on standby):
stop the engine (Please See
“Starting, stopping the engine” in
Section 2).
Petrol versions
Using leaded petrol will damage the
antipollution system and may lead to a
loss of warranty.
To ensure that the fuel tank is not filled
with leaded petrol, the fuel tank filler
neck consists of a restrictor fitted with
a safety system which only allows
a nozzle for unleaded petrol to be
used (at the pump).
Diesel versions
It is essential to use diesel fuel that
conforms with the information given on
the label inside cover 2.
Petrol versions
It is essential to use unleaded petrol.
The octane rating (RON) must comply
with the information given on the label
on the cover 2. Refer to the information
on engine specifications in Section 6.
Do not mix even small
amounts of petrol (un-
leaded or E85) with diesel.
Do not use ethanol-based
fuel if your vehicle is not compatible
with this fuel.
Do not add additive to the fuel –
otherwise you risk damaging the
engine.
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3

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Persistent smell of
fuel
If you notice a persistent
smell of fuel you should:
– stop the vehicle as soon as traf- fic conditions allow and switch off
the ignition;
– switch on the hazard warning lights and ask your passengers
to leave the vehicle and to keep
away from traffic;
– contact an approved Dealer.
Vehicles with RENAULT card
With the card RENAULT in the pas-
senger compartment, press the start
button 4 without pressing any of the
pedals. Wait a few minutes before start-
ing. This will enable the fuel circuit to
be primed. If the engine does not start,
repeat the procedure.
If the engine does not start after several
attempts, please contact an authorised
dealer.
No modifications what-
soever are permitted on
any part of the fuel supply
system (electronic units,
wiring, fuel circuit, injectors, pro-
tective covers, etc.) as this may be
dangerous (unless undertaken by
qualified Network personnel).
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FUEL TANK (3/3)
Running out of fuel on diesel
versions
Vehicles with key/remote control
– Put the ignition key in the “ON" 2po-
sition (please see the information on
the "Ignition switch" in Section 2) and
wait for a few minutes before start-
ing, to enable the fuel circuit to be
primed;
– turn the key to position “START"3. If the engine does not start, repeat the
procedure.
– If the engine does not start after sev- eral attempts, please contact an au-
thorised dealer.

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SPECIAL FEATURES OF DIESEL VERSIONS
Diesel engine speed
Diesel engines are fitted with an injec-
tion pump which prevents the engine
speed being exceeded irrespective of
the gear selected.
If the message “Check antipollution
system” is displayed along with warn-
ing lights
Ä and ©, consult an
authorised dealer immediately.
When driving, depending on the fuel
grade used, it is possible that white
smoke may be emitted.
This is due to the exhaust particle filter
being cleaned automatically, and does
not affect the way the vehicle runs.
Running out of fuel
If the tank has been completely
drained, the system must be reprimed
after the tank is refilled: see information
on the “fuel tank” in section 1 before re-
starting the engine.
Do not park the vehicle or
run the engine in locations
where combustible sub-
stances or materials such
as grass or leaves can come into
contact with the hot exhaust system.
Precautions to be taken in
winter
To avoid any faults in icy weather:
– ensure that the battery is always fully charged,
– always keep the diesel tank rela- tively full to avoid water vapour con-
densing in it and accumulating at the
bottom of the tank.

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DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING (5/5)
Advice on use
– Favour the ECO mode.
– Electricity is fuel; switch off all the electrical components which are
not really needed. However (safety
first), keep your lights on when the
visibility is bad (“see and be seen”).
– Use the air vents. Driving with the windows open at 60 mph (100 km/h)
will increase fuel consumption by
4%.
– Never fill the fuel tank right to the brim to avoid overflow.
– In vehicles fitted with air conditio-
ning, it is normal to observe an in-
crease in fuel consumption (espe-
cially in urban conditions) when it is
used. For vehicles fitted with manual
air conditioning, switch off the system
when it is not required.
Recommendations for reducing
consumption and therefore help-
ing to preserve the environment:
If the vehicle has been parked in the
sun, open the doors for a few mo-
ments to let the hot air escape before
starting the engine.
– Do not leave an empty roof rack fitted to the vehicle.
– It is better to fit a trailer for bulky ob- jects.
– When towing a caravan, fit a wind deflector and adjust it carefully.
– Avoid using the car for door-to-door calls (short journeys with long waits
in between) because the engine
never reaches its normal operating
temperature.
Tyres
– An underinflated tyre increases fuel consumption.
– Opt for the highest speed pressure or the pressure recommended to op-
timise fuel consumption indicated
on edge of the driver’s door (please
refer to the information on “Tyre infla-
tion pressure” in Section 4).
– The use of non-recommended tyres can increase fuel consumption.