
2.4
STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with key
Starting the engine
Petrol versions
– Activate the starter without acceler-
ating;
– release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
ÉDiesel versions
– Turn the ignition key to the “ON" po-
sition 2 and hold this position until
the engine preheating light goes off;
– turn the key to the “START" position
3 without depressing the acceler-
ator pedal;
– release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
Special note: if starting the engine
when the outdoor temperature is very
low (below - 10 ° C): hold down the
clutch pedal until the engine starts.
Never start your vehicle
while freewheeling on a
gradient. Risk of non-ac-
tivation of power-assisted
steering.
There is a risk of accidents.
Never switch off the igni-
tion before the vehicle has
stopped completely. Once
the engine has stopped, the
brake servo, power-assisted steer-
ing, etc. and the passive safety de-
vices such as air bags and preten-
sioners will no longer operate.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, turn the key
back to the “LOCK" position 0.
Driver’s responsibility
when parking or stopping
the vehicle
Never leave an animal,
child or adult who is not self-suffi-
cient alone in your vehicle, even for
a short time.
They may pose a risk to themselves
or to others by starting the engine,
activating equipment such as the
electric windows or locking the
doors, for example.
Also, in hot and/or sunny weather,
please remember that the tempera-
ture inside the passenger compart-
ment increases very quickly.
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY.

2.15
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.

2.26
ENVIRONMENT
Emissions
Your vehicle has been designed to
emit fewer greenhouse gases (CO2)
while in use, and therefore to consume
less fuel (e.g. 140 g/km, equivalent to
1494.6 mpg (5.3 l/100 km) for a diesel
vehicle).
Our vehicles are also equipped with a
particle filter system including a cata-
lytic converter, an oxygen sensor and
an active carbon filter (the latter pre-
vents vapour from the fuel tank being
released into the open air).
For certain diesel vehicles, this system
also has a particle filter to reduce the
volume of soot particles emitted.
Please make your own
contribution towards
protecting the environment
too
– Worn parts replaced in the course of routine vehicle maintenance (vehi-
cle battery, oil filter, air filter, batter-
ies, etc.) and oil containers (empty or
filled with used oil) must be disposed
of through specialist organisations. – At the end of the vehicle’s service
life, it should be sent to approved
centres to ensure that it is recycled.
– In all cases, comply with local legis- lation.
Recycling
Your vehicle is 85% recyclable and
95% recoverable.
To achieve these objectives, many of
the vehicle components have been de-
signed to enable them to be recycled.
The materials and structures have
been carefully designed to allow these
components to be easily removed and
reprocessed by specialist companies.
In order to preserve raw material re-
sources, this vehicle incorporates nu-
merous parts made from recycled plas-
tics or renewable materials (vegetable
or animal-derived materials such as
cotton or wool).
Your vehicle has been designed with
respect for the environment in mind for
its entire service life: during production,
use and at the end of its life.
This commitment is illustrated by the
Renault eco² signature.Manufacture
Your vehicle has been manufactured at
a factory which complies with a policy
to reduce the environmental impact
on the surrounding areas (reduction of
water and energy consumption, visual
and noise pollution, atmospheric emis-
sions and waste water; sorting and re-
using waste).

4.10
LEVELS (3/3)/FILTERS
Windscreen washer reservoir
Topping up
With the engine switched off, open
cap 3, fill until you can see the fluid,
then refit the cap.
Note: Regularly check the reservoir
level by topping up the liquid before
taking a trip. Liquid
Windscreen washer fluid. In winter, use
anti-freeze product. Use products rec-
ommended by an authorised dealer.
Note: Do not use pure water (risk of
damage to the priming pump, limescale
building up on the pump and the jets).
Jets
To adjust the windscreen washer jets,
please consult an authorised dealer.
NOTE
Depending on the vehicle, to find
out the fluid level, open cap
3 and
pull out the dipstick.
Filters
The replacement of filter elements (air
filter, passenger compartment filter,
diesel filter, etc.) is scheduled in the
maintenance operations for your vehi-
cle.
Replacement intervals for filter el-
ements: refer to the Maintenance
Document for your vehicle.
3

5.42
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. Refer to the information on “Special fea-
tures 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.

6.2
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATES
A
B
A
97
8
10
5
1
2
3
4
6
The information shown on the ve-
hicle identification plate should be
quoted on all correspondence or
orders.
The presence and location of the in-
formation depends on the vehicle.
Vehicle identification plate A
1 Manufacturer name.
2 EC design number or approval
number.
3 Identification number.
Depending on the vehicle, this
information is also given on
marking B.
4 MMAC (Maximum permissible
all-up weight).
5 MTR (Gross train weight: vehicle
fully loaded, with trailer).
6 MMTA (Maximum Permissible
Weight) front axle.
7 MMTA rear axle.
8 Reserved for related or additional
entries.
9 Diesel exhaust emissions.
10 Paint reference (colour code).

6.8
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Versions1.2 TCe1.6 16V 1.6 TCe 1.5 dCi 1.6 dCi
Engine type
(see engine plate) H5F Turbo
H4MM5M Turbo K9KR9M
Cubic capacity (cc) 1197 15981618 1 461 1598
Type of fuel
Octane rating It is
essential that you use unleaded petrol of the octane
rating stated on the label inside the fuel filler flap. Diesel
The label located in the fuel filler flap indicates authorised fuels.
Spark plugs Only use the spark plugs specified for your vehicle’s engine.
The type should be marked on a label affixed inside the
engine compartment. If it is not then contact an approved
Dealer.
Fitting spark plugs which are not to specification may
damage the engine. –

7.2
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (2/5)
display .................................... 1.58 → 1.69, 1.66 → 1.69, 3.56
doors......................................................................1.16 → 1.19
doors/tailgate .........................................................\
..... 1.4, 1.12
driver’s position .....................................................1.54 → 1.63
driving ....... 2.2 → 2.7, 2.14 – 2.15, 2.17 → 2.24, 2.27 → 2.39,
2.51 → 2.53, 2.57 → 2.72, 2.79 → 2.81
driving aids ............................................................. 2.49 – 2.50
driving position settings ............................................................1.24 → 1.27
driving recommendations ......................................2.20 → 2.24
E
ECO driving ...........................................................2.20 → 2.24
ECO mode ........................................................................\
. 2.22
electric beam height adjustment ............................. 1.87 – 1.88
electric windows ..................................................... 3.21 – 3.22
electronic parking brake ........................................2.17 → 2.19
electronic stability control: ESC .............................2.30 → 2.39
emergency active braking.................................................. 2.34
emergency brake assist.........................................2.30 → 2.39
emergency braking ................................................2.30 → 2.39
emergency key ........................................................... 1.6 – 1.7
emergency spare wheel ............................................. 5.2 – 5.3
engine technical specifications .................................................. 6.8
engine oil ...................................................4.4 → 4.7, 4.6 – 4.7
engine oil level ...........................................4.5 → 4.7, 4.6 – 4.7
engine specifications ........................................................... 6.8
engine standby ......................................................2.10 → 2.13
engine start/stop button .............................................2.5 → 2.7
environment ............................................................\
........... 2.26
ESC: electronic stability control .............................2.30 → 2.39
external temperature ......................................................... 1.84 F
faults
operating faults ................................................5.39 → 5.45
filter air filter ........................................................................\
. 4.10
diesel filter .................................................................... 4.10
oil filter ........................................................................\
. 4.10
passenger compartment filter ...................................... 4.10
fittings ...............................................................\
.....3.29 → 3.32
freewheel ..............................................................\
............. 2.22
front passenger air bag deactivation ................................. 1.50
front seat adjustment .............................................1.21 → 1.23
front seats adjustment .......................................................1.21 → 1.24
fuel advice on fuel economy ...................................2.20 → 2.24
capacity ...............................................................\
....... 1.103
consumption ....................................................2.20 → 2.24
filling .............................................................1.103 → 1.105
grade ............................................................1.103 → 1.105
fuel consumption ...................................................2.20 → 2.24
fuel economy .........................................................2.20 → 2.24
fuel level ................................................................... 1.64, 1.66
fuel repriming
................................................................... 1.104
fuel tank capacity ........................................................1.103 → 1.105
fuel tank capacity ...............................................1.103 → 1.105
fuses ....................................................................... 5.28 – 5.29
G
gear lever........................................................................\
... 2.16
grab handle........................................................................\
3.31
H
handbrake............................................................... 2.16 – 2.17
hands-free telephone integrated control ................. 3.56 – 3.57