
3.29
Opening the doors manually 
from the inside
If it is impossible to unlock the tailgate, 
it can be done manually from inside:
–  access the luggage compartment by tilting the rear bench seatback(s),
–  insert a pencil or similar object in  recess  3 and slide the unit as shown 
in the illustration;
–  push the tailgate to open it.
BOOT
To open
Press button 1 and lift the tailgate.
To close
Lower the tailgate using the handles  2 
inside the tailgate to help you.
1
3
2   

5.22
Operating faults
If the battery is too weak to ensure cor-
rect operation, you can still start and 
lock/unlock the vehicle (please refer to 
the information on “Locking/unlocking 
the opening elements” in Section 1).
RENAULT CARD: battery
Replacing the battery
When the message “Keycard battery 
low” appears on the instrument panel, 
replace the battery in the RENAULT 
card:
–  slide the rear casing 1  downwards 
while pressing on zone  A;
–  remove the battery cover 2;
–   remove the battery by pressing on 
one side and lifting the other;
–   replace it according to the direc-
tion and template shown inside the 
cover.
Do not throw away your 
used batteries; give them to 
an organisation responsible 
for collecting and recycling 
batteries.
When refitting, proceed in the reverse 
order, then press one of the buttons on 
the card four times, close to the vehicle: 
the message will disappear.
Note:  it is not advisable to touch the 
electronic circuit or contacts on the 
RENAULT card when replacing the bat-
tery.
The batteries are available from ap-
proved Dealers, and their service 
life approximately two years. Check 
that there is no dye on the battery: 
risk of an incorrect electrical con-
tact.
2
A
1    

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 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
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 
maximum distance of 50 miles (80 km) 
and not exceeding a speed of 16 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. 

7.2
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (2/5)
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
dimensions .............................................................\
............. 6.4
dipstick................................................................\
................. 4.4
display ................................................................\
...1.54  → 1.61
doors/tailgate ....................................................1.4,  1.6  → 1.18
driver’s position .....................................................1.50  → 1.59
driving ...... 2.2  → 2.7, 2.12 → 2.14, 2.17 → 2.24, 2.30 → 2.43, 
2.51 → 2.53, 2.57 → 2.65, 2.72 → 2.74
driving position settings ............................................................1.23  → 1.26
driving recommendations ......................................2.20  → 2.24
E
ECO driving ...........................................................2.20  → 2.24
ECO mode ........................................................................\
. 2.21
electric beam height adjustment ............................. 1.85 – 1.86
electric windows ..................................................... 3.16 – 3.17
electronic parking brake ........................................2.17  → 2.19
electronic stability control: ESC .............................2.30  → 2.39
emergency active braking......................................2.35  → 2.39
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 .................................. 6.5 – 6.6, 6.6
engine coolant ..................................................................... 4.8
engine oil ...................................................................4.4  → 4.7
engine oil capacity .....................................................4.5  → 4.7
engine oil level ...........................................................4.4  → 4.7
engine specifications .................................... 6.3, 6.5 – 6.6, 6.6 engine standby ........................................................ 2.8 
→ 2.11
engine start/stop button .............................................2.5  → 2.7
environment ............................................................\
........... 2.26
ESC: electronic stability control ....................1.56, 2.30  → 2.39
F
4 wheel drive (4WD) ..............................................2.40  → 2.43
faults operating faults ................................................5.34  → 5.40
F
filling with reagent ................................................1.98  → 1.101
F
filter air filter ........................................................................\
. 4.10
oil filter .................................................................4.5  → 4.7
particle filter ................................................................. 2.13
passenger compartment filter ...................................... 4.10
fittings ...............................................................\
.....
3.20 → 3.24
fixed sunroof ...................................................................... 3.17
front passenger air bag deactivation ................................. 1.47
front seat adjustment .............................................. 1.20 – 1.21
front seats adjustment ............................................... 1.19 – 1.21, 1.23
with electric controls .................................................... 1.22
fuel advice on fuel economy ...................................2.20  → 2.24
consumption ....................................................2.20  → 2.24
filling ........................................................1.54,  1.95  → 1.97
grade ................................................................1.95  → 1.97
fuel consumption ...................................................2.20  → 2.24
fuel economy .........................................................2.20  → 2.24
fuel filler cap ..........................................................1.95  → 1.97
fuel level ................................................................1.54  → 1.60