2018 RENAULT MEGANE steering

3.57
MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT (1/2)
Using the telephone
We remind you of the need
to conform to the legislation
in force concerning the use
of such equipment.
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Hands-free telephone
integrated control
For equipped vehicles, use the steering
wheel controls 3.
Multimedia settings
1 Multimedia screen;
2 Steering column controls;
3 Steering wheel controls;
4 Microphone.
1
3
Refer to the equipment instructions
for information on how to operate
this equipment.
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3.58
Multimedia sockets 5
You can use the USB ports or, de-
pending on the vehicle, the SD card
reader to access the multimedia con-
tent of your accessories and the system
update (please refer to the equipment
instructions).
The various sources can be selected
from the multimedia screen and from
the steering column controls.
MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT (2/2)
The sockets USB can also recharge ac-
cessories with a maximum power rating
of 12 Watts (voltage: 5V) per socket,
which have been approved by our
Technical Department.
The JACK socket enables the radio to
be used with an auxiliary cable.
Connect accessories with a
maximum power of 12 watts
only.
Fire hazard.
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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.

5.38
Use the towing eye 5 only (please see
“Tools” in Section 5).
TOWING: breakdown recovery (2/2)
Only use the front 3 and rear 6 towing
points
(never use the drive shafts or any other
part of the vehicle)
These towing points may only be used
for towing: never use them for lifting the
vehicle directly or indirectly.Access to towing points
Front towing point 3
Press zone A and keep depressed
while pulling zone B to open flap 4.
Rear towing point 6
Press zone C and keep depressed
while pulling zone D to open flap 7.
Screw in the tow eye 5 by hand as far
as possible.
Do not leave the tools unse-
cured inside the vehicle as
they may come loose under
braking.
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5
– Use a rigid towing bar.
If a rope or cable is used
(where the law allows this),
the vehicle being towed
must be able to brake.
– A vehicle must not be towed if it is not fit to be driven.
– Avoid accelerating or braking suddenly when towing, as this
may result in damage being
caused to the vehicle.
– When towing a vehicle, it is ad- visable not to exceed 30 mph
(50 km/h).
– Do not push the vehicle if the steering column is locked.
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C
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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.

5.43
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.

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