2018 RENAULT MEGANE light

5.35
WIPER BLADES: REPLACEMENT (1/2)
Replacing windscreen wiper
blades 1
With the ignition on and engine
switched off, lower the windscreen
wiper stalk completely: they stop
slightly away from the bonnet.
Lift wiper arm 3, pull tab 2 (move-
ment A) and push the blade upwards.
To refit
Slide the blade along the arm until it
clips on. Make sure that the blade is
correctly locked in position. Return the
windscreen wiper stalk to the park po-
sition.
1
2
3
Check the condition of the wiper
blades. You are responsible for their
service life:
– clean the blades, windscreen and rear screen regularly with soapy
water;
– do not use them when the wind- screen or rear screen are dry;
– free them from the windscreen or rear screen when they have not
been used for a long time.
A
– In frosty weather, make
sure that the wiper blades
are not stuck by ice (to
avoid the risk of the motor
overheating).
– Check the condition of the wiper
blades.
Replace the wiper blades as soon
as they begin to lose efficiency
(approximately once a year).
Whilst changing the blade, take care
not to drop the arm onto the window
after it has been removed as this
may break the window.

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.

5.41
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.

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.

5.43
OPERATING FAULTS (5/7)
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.

5.44
OPERATING FAULTS (6/7)
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 on “Fuses” in section 5.
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 on “Fuses” in section 5.
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 on “Fuses” in section 5.

5.45
OPERATING FAULTS (7/7)
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 (1/6)
A
ABS ....................................................................\
...2.30 → 2.39
accessories........................................................................\
5.34
accessories socket ........................................ 3.34 – 3.35, 3.58
adaptive cruise control...........................................2.61 → 2.67
additional methods of restraint .....................1.30 → 1.33, 1.36
side protection ............................................................. 1.35
to the rear seat belts ........................................1.30 → 1.34
adjusting your driving position ...............................1.26 → 1.29
advice on antipollution ....................................................... 2.25
air bag....................................................................1.30 → 1.36
activating the front passenger air bags ........................ 1.54
deactivating the front passenger air bags .................... 1.52
air conditioning ........................................................3.6 → 3.20
air vents ...................................................................... 3.4 – 3.5
anti-corrosion check ..............................................6.17 → 6.21
anti-corrosion protection .................................................... 4.15
anti-lock braking system: ABS ...............................2.30 → 2.39
antipollution advice .................................................................\
......... 2.25
armrest: front ..................................................................\
............ 3.32
ashtray .................................................................... 3.34 – 3.35
assisted parking............................... 2.68 → 2.72, 2.75 → 2.78
automatic gearbox (use) ........................................2.79 → 2.81
automatic gearbox selector lever...........................2.79 → 2.81
B
battery..................................................................... 4.11 – 4.12 troubleshooting ................................................. 5.30 – 5.31
battery (remote control) ..................................................... 5.33
blind spot warning signal .......................................2.43 → 2.46
blind spot: warning signal ......................................2.43 → 2.46
bonnet........................................................................\
. 4.2 – 4.3
brake fluid ........................................................................\
.... 4.9 bulbs
changing ......................................5.14 → 5.27, 5.26 – 5.27
C
catalytic converter................................................... 2.14 – 2.15
central door locking ...............1.2 – 1.3, 1.5, 1.13 → 1.16, 1.20
changing a bulb .................................5.14 → 5.27, 5.26 – 5.27
changing a wheel...................................................... 5.9 – 5.10
changing gear ...............................................2.16, 2.79 → 2.81
child restraint/seat .............................1.37 – 1.38, 1.40 → 1.51
child safety........1.6, 1.9, 1.19, 1.37 – 1.38, 1.40 → 1.51, 3.22,
3.24, 3.26
child seats..........................................1.37 – 1.38, 1.40 → 1.51
children .......................................................... 1.37 – 1.38, 1.38
children (safety) ........................ 1.6, 1.9, 1.19, 3.22, 3.24, 3.26
cigar lighter ............................................................. 3.34 – 3.35
cleaning: inside the vehicle .............................................. 4.18 – 4.19
clock ..................................................................\
................ 1.85
closing the doors ...................................................1.14 → 1.19
control instruments ................................................1.66 → 1.73
controls ...............................................................\
...1.56 → 1.59
coolant ................................................................\
................. 4.8
courtesy light ...................................... 3.27 – 3.28, 5.25 – 5.26
courtesy mirrors ................................................................. 3.29
cruise control .........................................................2.57 → 2.60
customised vehicle settings ................................... 1.82 – 1.83
customising the vehicle settings ............................ 1.82 – 1.83
D
dashboard..............................................................1.56 → 1.59
deadlocking the doors ................................................ 1.5, 1.13
de-icing rear screen .........................................................3.9 → 3.13
demisting rear screen .........................................................3.6 →

3.13