2018 RENAULT MEGANE key battery

5.32
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.
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
Do not throw away your used bat-
teries; give them to an organisation
responsible for collecting and recy-
cling batteries.

5.33
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).
Replacing the battery
Open the case at slot 1 using a flat-
blade screwdriver or similar, and re-
place the battery 2 , observing the po-
larity shown on the back of the cover. Note:
It is not advisable to touch the
electronic circuit in the key cover when
replacing the battery.
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: batteries
When refitting, ensure that the cover
is correctly clipped on and the screw
tightened.
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 electri-
cal contact.
2
1
1
Do not throw away your used bat-
teries; give them to an organisation
responsible for collecting and recy-
cling batteries.

5.37
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 automatic
gearbox, if it is not possible to put the
gear lever into position N, please con-
sult 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 2 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.
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 maxi-
mum distance of 50 miles and not ex-
ceeding a speed of 15 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, 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.

5.39
OPERATING FAULTS (1/7)
The following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repai\
rs. For safety reasons you should always contact
an approved Dealer as soon as possible.
Using the RENAULT cardPOSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
The RENAULT card does not lock or
unlock the doors. Card battery is flat.
Replace the battery or have it replaced.
You can still lock/unlock and start your
vehicle (refer to the information on
“Locking/unlocking the doors” in Section 1
and “Starting/Stopping the engine” in
Section 2).
Use of appliances operating on the
same frequency as the card (mobile
phone, etc.). Stop using the equipment or use the in-
tegrated key (refer to the information on
“Locking, unlocking the opening elements”
in Section 1).
Vehicle located in a high electromag-
netic radiation zone.
Vehicle battery flat. Use the key integrated in the card (refer to
the information on “Locking, unlocking the
opening elements” in Section 1).
The vehicle is started. With the engine running, the card’s locking/
unlocking device is blocked. Turn off the ig-
nition.

5.40
The following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repai\
rs. For safety reasons you should always contact
an approved dealer as soon as possible.
Using the remote controlPOSSIBLE CAUSES ACTION REQUIRED
The remote control does not lock or
unlock the doors. The remote control battery is flat.
Use the emergency key.
Use of appliances operating on the same
frequency as the remote control (mobile
phone, etc.). Stop using the devices or use the key.
Vehicle located in a high electromagnetic
radiation zone.
Discharged battery. Replace the battery or have it replaced.
You can still lock/unlock and start your
vehicle (refer to the information on
“Locking/unlocking the doors” in Section 1
and “Starting/Stopping the engine” in
Section 2).
The vehicle is started. With the engine running, the key’s locking/
unlocking device is blocked. Turn off the
ignition.
OPERATING FAULTS (2/7)

5.41
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.

7.3
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (3/6)
G
gear lever........................................................................\
... 2.16
grab handle........................................................................\
3.32
H
»hands-free» card: battery ................................................ 5.32
H
handbrake..............................................................2.16 → 2.19
handsfree.............................................1.8 → 1.10, 3.41 – 3.42
hands-free telephone integrated control ................. 3.57 – 3.58
hazard warning lights signal .............................................. 1.55
head-up display ................................................................. 1.70
headlight beam adjustment .................................... 1.88 – 1.89
headlight flashers .............................................................. 1.55
headlight washer ............................................................. 1.101
headrest.................................................................. 3.36 – 3.37
heated steering wheel ....................................................... 1.25
heating and air conditioning system ...............3.6 → 3.13, 3.19
heating system ........................................................3.6 → 3.20
Hill Start Assist.......................................................2.30 → 2.39
horn ...................................................................\
................ 1.55
horn: flash ..................................................................\
........... 1.55
sounding the horn ........................................................ 1.55
hubcap tool ................................................................. 5.7 – 5.8
I
ignition switch ...................................................................... 2.3
indicators ......................................................1.55, 5.16 → 5.24
indicators: direction indicators ....................................................... 1.55
exterior temperature indicator ...................................... 1.85
instrument panel ........................ 1.60 → 1.71, 1.68 → 1.73
instrument panel .............................. 1.60 → 1.71, 1.68 → 1.81
instrument panel messages...................................1.74 → 1.81interior trim
maintenance ..................................................... 4.18 – 4.19
Isofix .................................................................\
.....1.49 → 1.51
J
jack ...................................................................\
................... 5.7
K
keys ...................................................................\
........1.2 → 1.5
L
lane departure warning ..........................................2.40 → 2.42
levels: brake fluid ...................................................................... 4.9
coolant ................................................................\
........... 4.8
engine oil ....................................................................... 4.4
windscreen washer reservoir ....................................... 4.10
lifting the vehicle changing a wheel ................................................ 5.9 – 5.10
lighting: exterior ......................................................1.7, 1.88 → 1.95
instrument panel .......................................................... 1.90
interior ......................3.27 – 3.28, 5.25 → 5.27, 5.26 – 5.27
lights adjustment ........................................................ 1.88 – 1.89
changing bulbs .................................................. 5.14 – 5.15
front ................................................................... 5.14 – 5.15
lights: adjusting ........................................................... 1.88 – 1.89
brake lights ......................................................5.16 → 5.24
daytime running lights .................................................. 1.93
dipped beam headlights ........................... 1.90, 5.14 – 5.15
direction indicators ..................................1.55, 5.14 → 5.16
fog lights ............................................................. 1.95, 5.18
hazard warning ............................................................ 1.55
main beam headlights ..................1.90 → 1.92, 5.14 – 5.15

7.4
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (4/6)
reversing lights ............................................................. 5.18
side lights ................................................1.90, 5.14 → 5.16
lights-on warning buzzer.................................................... 1.93
locking the doors ........................ 1.4, 1.6 → 1.13, 1.17 → 1.20
luggage compartment cover .............................................. 3.45
luggage retaining net .............................................. 3.46 – 3.47
M
maintenance ............................................................\
.......... 2.25
maintenance: bodywork .........................................................4.15 → 4.17
interior trim ........................................................ 4.18 – 4.19
mechanical ..................... 4.2 – 4.3, 4.5 → 4.7, 6.11 → 6.16
map reading lights ......................................... 3.27 – 3.28, 3.28
menu for customising the vehicle settings .............. 1.82 – 1.83
methods of restraint in addition to the seat belts ...1.34 → 1.36
multimedia (equipment) .......................................... 3.57 – 3.58
multimedia equipment ............................................ 3.57 – 3.58
Multi-Sense................................................................. 3.2 – 3.3
N
navigation ............................................................... 3.57 – 3.58
navigation system ................................................... 3.57 – 3.58
O
oil change ..................................................................... 4.4, 4.7
opening the doors ..................................................1.14 → 1.19
operating faults ......................................................5.39 → 5.45
overspeed warning ..............................1.66, 1.68, 2.54 → 2.56
P
paintwork maintenance ....................................................4.15 → 4.17
parking assistance: assisted parking 2.68 → 2.72, 2.75 → 2.78
parking distance control................... 2.68 → 2.72, 2.75 → 2.78
power-assisted steering..................................................... 1.84 puncture...................................................5.2
→ 5.7, 5.9 – 5.10
R
radio........................................................................\
3.57 – 3.58
radio frequency remote control/key use ....................................................................\
...1.2 → 1.4
rear bench seat....................................................... 3.38 – 3.39
rear drive wheels ..........................................2.30 → 2.39, 2.39
rear parcel shelf ...................................................... 3.44 – 3.45
rear screen de-icing/demisting ................................. 3.11, 3.16
rear seats........................................................................\
... 1.28 functions ........................................................... 3.38 – 3.39
rear view camera .................................................... 2.73 – 2.74
rear view mirrors ..................................................... 1.86 – 1.87
R
remote control card: battery............................................... 5.32
R
remote control door locking batteries ..............................................................\
......... 5.33
remote control door locking unit ................................1.2 → 1.4
RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE (RAID) ................... 1.20
RENAULT card battery ................................................................\
.......... 5.32
use ....................................................................\
.1.6 → 1.13
RENAULT card battery ...................................................... 5.32
replacement parts .............................................................. 6.10
reverse gear selecting ..................................................2.16, 2.79 → 2.81
reversing sensor ....................................................2.68 → 2.72
roof bars ................................................................. 3.55 – 3.56
roof rack roof bars ............................................................ 3.55 – 3.56
running in .................................................................... 2.2 – 2.3