
5.34
TOWING: breakdown recovery (1/2)
Before towing, unlock the steering
column: with the clutch depressed,
engage first gear (lever in position N
or R for vehicles with automatic gear-
boxes), insert the RENAULT card in the
card reader, then press the engine start
button for two seconds.
Reposition the lever to neutral (posi-
tion N for vehicles fitted with an auto-
matic gearbox).
The column is unlocked, the acces-
sory functions are supplied: the vehi-
cle lights can be used (indicators, brake
lights etc.). At night the vehicle must
have its lights on.
Once you have finished towing, press
the engine start button twice (risk of
running down the battery). The speed specified by current legis-
lation for towing must always be ob-
served. If your vehicle is the towing
vehicle, do not exceed the maximum
towing weight for your vehicle (refer to
the information on “Weights” in Section
6).
Towing a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox
With the engine switched off, the trans-
mission is no longer lubricated. It is
preferable to tow this type of vehicle on
a trailer or tow it with the front wheels
off the ground.
Under
exceptional circumstances, you
may tow the vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground, only going forward, with
the gear lever in the neutral N position,
and for a distance not exceeding
30 miles (50 km).
Do not remove the
RENAULT card from the
reader when the vehicle is
being towed.
1
2
If the lever is stuck in P , even though
you are depressing the brake pedal, the
lever can be released manually. To do
this, unclip the base of the lever, then
insert a tool (with a hard rod to it) into
the slot 1 and press the button 2 at the
same time in order to unlock the lever.
Contact an authorised dealer as soon
as possible.

5.37
OPERATING FAULTS (2/6)
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 “hands-free”
card does not work. Insert the card in the card reader in order to start the
engine.
Please refer to the information on “Starting, stopping
the engine” in Section 2.
The engine cannot be switched off. Card not detected. Insert the card in card reader.
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 (please refer to Section 2 “Starting, stop-
ping the engine”).
Faulty circuit. Consult an approved dealer.

5.38
OPERATING FAULTS (3/6)
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.

5.39
OPERATING FAULTS (4/6)
On the roadPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Steering becomes heavy. Assistance overheating.
Fault with the electric assistance
motor.
Fault in the assistance system. Drive carefully at reduced speed, be aware
of the level of force in the steering wheel
needed to turn the wheels. Consult an ap-
proved 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.

5.40
OPERATING FAULTS (5/6)
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 or have it replaced; refer
to the information in the “Fuses” section.
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 or have it replaced; refer
to the information in the “Fuses” section.
The lights do not come on or go off. Faulty electrical circuit or control. Consult an approved dealer.
Fuse damaged.Replace the fuse or have it replaced; refer
to the information in the “Fuses” section.

5.41
OPERATING FAULTS (6/6)
Electrical equipmentPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Traces of condensation in the lights
and headlights. Traces of condensation may be a nat-
ural phenomenon caused by varia-
tions in temperature and humidity.
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 ..............................................................1.48, 2.23 → 2.27
accessories........................................................................\
5.31
accessories socket ............................................................ 3.23
additional methods of restraint .......................................... 1.29 side protection ............................................................. 1.28
to the front seat belts .......................................1.23 → 1.26
to the rear seat belts .................................................... 1.27
adjusting your driving position ......................1.16 → 1.22, 3.24
advice on antipollution ....................................................... 2.18
air bag...........................................................1.23 → 1.29, 1.46
activating the front passenger air bags ........................ 1.41
deactivating the front passenger air bags .................... 1.39
air conditioning ........................................................3.4 → 3.12
air vents ...................................................................... 3.2 – 3.3
anti-corrosion check ..............................................6.14 → 6.18
anti-corrosion protection .................................................... 4.13
anti-lock braking system: ABS ...............................2.23 → 2.27
antipollution advice .................................................................\
......... 2.18
armrest: front ..................................................................\
............ 3.19
ashtray ................................................................\
............... 3.23
ASR (traction control) ............................................2.23 → 2.27
assisted parking.....................................................2.44 → 2.47
audible and visual signals.................................................. 1.70
automatic gearbox (use) ........................................2.48 → 2.50
automatic gearbox selector lever...........................2.48 → 2.50
B
battery............................................................ 4.12, 5.29 – 5.30 troubleshooting ................................................. 5.29 – 5.30
blind spot warning signal .......................................2.28 → 2.30
blind spot: warning signal ......................................2.28 → 2.30
bonnet........................................................................\
. 4.2 – 4.3
brake fluid ........................................................................\
.... 4.8 bulbs
changing .................................... 5.14 → 5.16, 5.18 → 5.21
C
catalytic converter................................................... 2.10 – 2.11
central door locking ........................... 1.5 → 1.10, 1.13 → 1.15
changing a bulb ............................... 5.14 → 5.16, 5.18 → 5.21
changing a wheel...................................................... 5.9 – 5.10
changing gear ...............................................2.12, 2.48 → 2.50
child restraint/seat .............................1.30 – 1.31, 1.33 → 1.39
child safety......1.8 – 1.9, 1.12, 1.26, 1.30 – 1.31, 1.33 → 1.39,
2.3, 3.13 – 3.14
child seats..........................................1.30 – 1.31, 1.33 → 1.38
children ........................ 1.2, 1.8 – 1.9, 1.30 – 1.31, 3.13 – 3.14
children (safety) .......................................................... 1.2, 1.12
cigar lighter ........................................................................\
3.23
cleaning: inside the vehicle .............................................. 4.16 – 4.17
clock ....................................................................... 1.64 – 1.65
closing the doors ................................................... 1.11 → 1.15
control instruments ............................1.46 → 1.54, 1.64 – 1.65
controls ...............................................................\
...1.42 → 1.45
courtesy light ................................................. 3.16 – 3.17, 5.20
courtesy mirrors ........................................................ 3.15, 3.22
cruise control ................................................1.49, 2.34 → 2.37
cruise control-speed limiter....................................2.31 → 2.37
D
dashboard..............................................................1.42 →
1.45
deadlocking the doors ....................................................... 1.10
demisting rear screen
..................................................3.4, 3.7 → 3.10
windscreen ..................................................3.5, 3.7 → 3.10
dimensions .............................................................\
............. 6.4
dipstick................................................................\
................. 4.4
display ................................................................\
...1.46 → 1.52

7.2
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (2/5)
doors/tailgate .........................................................\
..1.2 → 1.15
driver assistance....................................................2.23 → 2.47
driver’s position .....................................................1.42 → 1.50
driving ........2.2 → 2.5, 2.10 – 2.11, 2.13 → 2.17, 2.20 → 2.27,
2.31 → 2.41, 2.48 → 2.50
driving aids ............................................................2.23 → 2.47
driving position settings ............................................................1.19 → 1.22
driving recommendations ......................................2.13 → 2.17
E
ECO driving ...........................................................2.13 → 2.17
ECO mode ........................................................................\
. 2.15
electric beam height adjustment ............................. 1.71 – 1.72
electric windows ..................................................... 3.13 – 3.14
electronic stability control: ESC .............................2.23 → 2.27
emergency brake assist.........................................2.23 → 2.27
emergency braking ................................................2.23 → 2.27
emergency key ..........................................................1.2 → 1.4
emergency spare wheel ............................................. 5.2 – 5.3
engine technical specifications .................................................. 6.5
engine coolant ..................................................................... 4.7
engine oil ...................................................................4.4 → 4.6
engine oil capacity ...................................................... 4.5 – 4.6
engine oil level ...........................................................4.4 → 4.6
engine specifications .................................................... 6.3, 6.5
engine standby ..........................................................2.6 → 2.9
engine start/stop button .............................................2.3 → 2.5
environment ............................................................\
........... 2.19
ESC: electronic stability control ....................1.48, 2.23 → 2.27
external temperature ......................................................... 1.65
F
faults operating faults ................................................5.36 → 5.41filter
air filter ........................................................................\
... 4.9
oil filter .................................................................. 4.5 – 4.6
passenger compartment filter ........................................ 4.9
fitting a radio ...................................................................... 5.22
fittings ...............................................................\
.....3.18 → 3.22
front passenger air bag deactivation ................................. 1.39
front seat adjustment .............................................. 1.17 – 1.18
front seats ........................................................................\
.. 4.18 adjustment .......................................................1.16 → 1.19
fuel advice on fuel economy ...................................2.13 → 2.17
consumption ....................................................2.13 → 2.17
filling ........................................................1.46, 1.76 → 1.78
grade ................................................................1.76 → 1.78
fuel consumption ...................................................2.13 → 2.17
fuel economy .........................................................2.13 → 2.17
fuel filler cap ..........................................................1.76 →
1.78
fuel level ................................................................1.46 →
1.51
fuel tank capacity ...............................................................\
......... 1.76
fuel tank capacity ...................................................1.76 → 1.78
fuses ..................................................................\
....5.23 → 5.27
G
gear lever........................................................................\
... 2.12
H
handbrake........................................................................\
.. 2.12
hands-free telephone integrated control ............................ 3.34
hazard warning lights signal .............................................. 1.70
headlight beam adjustment .................................... 1.71 – 1.72
headrest.................................................................... 1.16, 3.24
heated seats ...................................................................... 1.17
heated windscreen ..................................................3.7 → 3.10
heating and air conditioning system ........................ 3.4 → 3.11