2.4
STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with key
Starting the engine
Petrol versions– Activate the starter without ac-
celerating;
– release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
ÉDiesel versions
– Turn the ignition key to the “ ON”
position 2 and hold this position
until the engine preheating light
goes off;
– turn the key to the start position
“START” 3 without pressing the
accelerator ;
– 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.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, turn the key to
the “LOCK” position 0.
Never start your vehicle
while freewheeling on a
gradient. Risk of non-ac-
tivation of power-assisted
steering.
There is a risk of accidents.
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.
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 the airbags and pre-
tensioners will no longer operate.
2.5
STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with RENAULT card (1/3)
The RENAULT card must be inserted in
detection zone 1.
To start:
– vehicles with an automatic gearbox, place the lever in position P, depress
the brake pedal and press button 2;
– vehicles with a manual gearbox, depress the brake or clutch pedal
and press the button 2 . If a gear is
engaged, the vehicle may only be
started by depressing the clutch
pedal.
“Hands-free” starting with
the tailgate open
In this case, the RENAULT card should
not be located in the boot, to avoid any
risk of loss.
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1
Special features
– If one of starting conditions is not ap- plied, the message “Press brake +
START” or “Press clutch + START”
or “Select P” is displayed on the in-
strument panel;
– in some cases, it will be necessary to move the steering wheel while press-
ing start button 1 to assist in unlock-
ing the steering column. A message
on the instrument panel “Turn steer-
ing wheel + START” warns of this.
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.
2.7
STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with RENAULT card (3/3)
Conditions for stopping the
engine
The vehicle must be stationary, with the
lever positioned in P for vehicles with
an automatic gearbox.
With the RENAULT card in the vehicle,
press the 2 button: the engine will stop. The steering column is locked when the
driver’s door is opened or the vehicle
is locked.
When you leave your vehi-
cle, especially if you have
your RENAULT card with
you, check that the engine
is completely switched off.
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If the RENAULT card is no longer in the
passenger compartment when you try
to switch the engine off, the message
“No keycard Press and hold” appears
on the instrument panel: press button 2
for longer than two seconds. If the card
is no longer in the passenger compart-
ment, make sure you can retrieve it
before pressing and holding the button.
Without the RENAULT, card, you will
not be able to start.
With the engine switched off, any ac-
cessories being used (radio, etc.) will
continue to function for approximately
10 minutes.
When the driver’s door is opened, the
accessories stop working.
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.
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 the airbags and pre-
tensioners will no longer operate.
3.25
FIXED GLASS ROOF
To slide the curtain 1
With the ignition on:
– full opening: move the mark 3 on
the button 2 towards position B. The
marks in between correspond to the
intermediate positions of the sun-
blind.
– to close: move mark 3 on button 2
to position 0.
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Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle
with the RENAULT card or
key inside, and never leave
a child, adult who is not self-suffi-
cient or a pet, even for a short while.
They may pose a risk to themselves
or to others by starting the engine,
activating equipment such as the
electric windows or by locking the
doors.
If something gets trapped, reverse
the direction of travel as soon as
possible by turning button 2 fully to
the right (position B).
Risk of serious injury.
3
0
A
B2
Special features
If the fixed sunroof blind detects resist-
ance when closing (arm etc.), it stops
and then moves back several centime-
tres.
Operating fault
If the blind will not close, turn switch 2
to position A or B to open the blind,
then turn switch 2 to position 0 until the
blind is fully closed.
If the blockage persists, contact an ap-
proved dealer.
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7.1
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (1/6)
A
ABS ....................................................................\
...2.35 → 2.39
accessories........................................................................\
5.33
accessories socket ................................................... 3.22, 3.37
adaptive cruise control...........................................2.74 → 2.81
additional methods of restraint .....................1.32 → 1.35, 1.38
side protection ............................................................. 1.37
to the rear seat belts ........................................1.32 → 1.36
adjusting your driving position ........................................... 1.28
advice on antipollution ....................................................... 2.30
air bag....................................................................1.32 → 1.38
activating the front passenger air bags ........................ 1.61
deactivating the front passenger air bags .................... 1.59
air conditioning ...............................................3.6 → 3.13, 3.19
A
air vent (Hybrid Assist).............................................. 3.44, 3.49
A
air vents ...................................................................... 3.4 – 3.5
anti-corrosion check ..............................................6.15 → 6.20
anti-corrosion protection .................................................... 4.14
anti-lock braking system: ABS ...............................2.35 → 2.39
antipollution advice .................................................................\
......... 2.30
armrest: front ..................................................................\
............ 3.32
ashtray ................................................................\
............... 3.37
assisted parking............................... 2.82 → 2.86, 2.89 → 2.92
automatic gearbox (use) ........................................2.93 → 2.95
automatic gearbox selector lever...........................2.93 → 2.95
B
battery..................................................................... 4.10 – 4.11 troubleshooting ................................................. 5.29 – 5.30
battery (remote control) ..................................................... 5.32 blind spot warning signal .......................................2.55
→ 2.58
blind spot: warning signal ......................................2.55 → 2.58
bonnet........................................................................\
. 4.2 – 4.3
brake fluid ........................................................................\
.... 4.8
bulbs changing ..........................................................5.17 → 5.23
C
catalytic converter................................................... 2.12 – 2.13
central door locking ...............1.2 – 1.3, 1.5, 1.12 → 1.15, 1.18
changing a bulb .....................................................5.17 → 5.23
changing a wheel.................................................... 5.12 – 5.13
changing gear ...............................................2.20, 2.93 → 2.95
child restraint/seat .............................1.39 – 1.40, 1.42 → 1.58
child safety..................1.6, 1.9, 1.39 – 1.40, 1.42 → 1.58, 3.23
child seats..........................................1.39 – 1.40, 1.42 → 1.58
children .......................................................... 1.39 – 1.40, 1.40
children (safety) ................................................... 1.6, 1.9, 3.23
cigar lighter ........................................................................\
3.37
cleaning: inside the vehicle .............................................. 4.16 – 4.17
clock ..................................................................\
................ 1.90
closing the doors ...................................................1.13 → 1.17
control instruments ................................................. 1.78 – 1.79
controls ...............................................................\
...1.62 → 1.65
coolant ................................................................\
................. 4.7
courtesy light .....................................3.26 – 3.27, 5.24 → 5.26
courtesy mirrors ................................................................. 3.28
cruise control .........................................................2.67 → 2.73
cruise control-speed limiter....................................2.67 → 2.73
customised vehicle settings ................................... 1.88 – 1.89
customising the vehicle settings ............................ 1.88 – 1.89
D
dashboard..............................................................1.62 → 1.65
daytime running lights........................................................ 1.98