2018 RENAULT MEGANE air conditioning

3.17
Switching air conditioning on
or off
In automatic mode, the system switches
the air conditioning system on or off,
depending on the climate conditions.
Press button 17 to:
– activate the air conditioning (a warn-ing light in zone 1 comes on).
– deactivate the air conditioning (the warning light in zone 1 goes out)
Rear screen de-icing/
demisting
Press button 6 – the integrated indica-
tor light comes on. This function en-
ables rapid demisting or de-icing of the
rear screen and de-icing of the door
mirrors (on equipped vehicles).
To exit this function, press button 6
again. Demisting automatically stops.
It is preferable to use one of the automatic programmes AUTO, SOFT or
FAST.
In automatic mode (indicator light on button 14, 15 or 16 lit), all air conditioning
functions are controlled by the system.
You can still modify the system’s choice; in this case, the indicator light on the
button 14, 15 or 16 goes out.
To return to automatic mode, press one of programmes AUTO 15, SOFT 14 or
FAST 16.
15
6
1715
6
1714161416
1
1
Stopping the system
To switch the system off, press
button 12 repeatedly until the message
OFF appears in zone 1.
1212
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL: Controls B and C (4/5)

3.19
Operating faults
As a general rule, contact your ap-
proved dealer in the event of an oper-
ating fault.
– Reduction in de-icing, demisting or air conditioning performance.
This may be caused by the passen-
ger compartment filter cartridge be-
coming clogged.
– No cold air is being produced .
Check that the controls are set cor-
rectly and that the fuses are sound.
Otherwise, switch off the system.
Presence of water under the
vehicle
After prolonged use of the air condi-
tioning system, it is normal for water
to be present under the vehicle. This is
caused by condensation.
AIR CONDITIONING: information and operating instructions (1/2)
Do not add anything to the
vehicle’s ventilation circuit
(for example, to remove
bad odours).
There is a risk of damage or of
fire.
Do not open the refriger-
ant fluid circuit. The fluid
may damage eyes or skin.
Fuel consumption
You will normally notice an increase in
fuel consumption (especially in town)
when the air conditioning is operating.
For vehicles fitted with air conditioning
with no automatic mode, switch off the
system when it is not required.
Advice for reducing consumption
and helping to preserve the
environment
Drive with the air vents open and the
windows closed. If the vehicle has been
parked in the sun, open the doors for a
few moments to let the hot air escape
before starting the engine.
MaintenanceRefer to the Maintenance Document
for your vehicle for the inspection fre-
quency.
Advice on use
In some situations (air conditioning off,
air recirculation activated, ventilation
speed at zero or low etc.), you may
notice that condensation starts to form
on the windows and windscreen.
If there is condensation, use the “Clear
View” function to remove it, then use
the air conditioning in automatic mode
to stop it forming again.
Use the air conditioning system reg-
ularly, even in cold weather, running
it at least once a month for approxi-
mately 5 minutes.
Vehicles equipped with ECO
mode: once activated, ECO mode
may reduce the performance of the
air conditioning. Please refer to the
information on “Driving advice, Eco-
driving” in Section 2.

3.20
AIR CONDITIONING: information and operating instructions (2/2)
The refrigerant circuit may contain
fluorinated greenhouse gases.
Depending on the vehicle, you will find
the following information on label A af-
fixed inside the engine compartment.
The presence and location of the infor-
mation on label A depends on the ve-
hicle.
Do not open the refriger-
ant circuit . The fluid may
damage eyes or skin.
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).
ÑType of refrigerant fluid
Type of oil in the air condi-
tioning circuit
Inflammable product
Consult the driver’s hand-
book
Maintenance
Quantity of refrigerant
fluid present in the ve-
hicle.
x.xxx kg
Global Warming
Potential (CO2 equi-
valent).
GWP xxxxx
Quantity in weight and
in CO2 equivalent.
CO2 eq
x.xx t
AAA

3.21
OUTSIDE AIR QUALITY AND DEODORISATION FUNCTION
With the air conditioning switched on,
from the multimedia screen 1, select
“Vehicle”, “Take care".
Outside air quality
The air quality is indicated by a graph
on the multimedia screen.
Three colours indicate the air quality
level (from the cleanest to the most
polluted):
1 blue
2 light grey
3 grey
1
Deodorisation function
This reduces unpleasant odours in the
passenger compartment.
“Deodorization cycle”
– ON: helps to reduce the unpleasant odour more quickly in the passenger
compartment,
– OFF: stop the function.
Note: the function is on a timer. It stops
automatically after a few minutes.
Please refer to the multimedia
equipment instructions for further in-
formation.

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

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