
5.36
TOWING: breakdown (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, with 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 lever in neutral position N over a
maximum distance of 50 miles (80 km)
and at a maximum speed of 16 mph
(25 km/h).
When activated, in the event that the
lever is stuck in P , depress the brake
paddle. It is possible to free the lever
manually. To do this, unclip the base of
the lever, then insert a tool (rigid rod)
into the slot 2 (located on the right of
the lever) and press simultaneously on
the button 1 to unlock the lever.
Contact an authorised dealer as soon
as possible.
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5.40
OPERATING FAULTS (3/7)
The starter is activatedPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
The instrument panel indicator lights
are weak or fail to light up and the
starter does not turn. Battery terminals not tight, bat-
tery terminals disconnected or
oxidised.Retighten or reconnect the terminals, or clean them
if they are oxidised.
Discharged battery or not opera-
tional. Connect another battery to the faulty battery. Refer
to the paragraph “Battery: troubleshooting” in sec-
tion 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 ful-
filled.Please refer to the information on “Starting, stopping
the engine” in Section 2.
The RENAULT “hands-free” 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. Press and hold the start button.
Electronic fault. Press the start button quickly five times.
The steering column remains locked. Steering wheel locked. Move the steering wheel while pressing the engine
start button (please refer to Section 2 “Starting, stop-
ping the engine”).
Faulty circuit. Consult an approved dealer.

5.41
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 not neces-
sarily 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.

5.42
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
authorised 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.

5.43
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” in section 5.
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.

5.44
OPERATING FAULTS (7/7)
Electrical equipmentPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Traces of condensation in the head-
lights or rear lights. 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 ....................................................................\
...2.35 → 2.39
accessories........................................................................\
5.33
accessories socket ................................................... 3.23, 3.38
adaptive cruise control...........................................2.74 → 2.81
additional methods of restraint .....................1.32 → 1.35, 1.38
side protection ............................................................. 1.37
to the rear seat belts ........................................1.32 → 1.36
adjusting your driving position ........................................... 1.28
advice on antipollution ....................................................... 2.30
air bag....................................................................1.32 → 1.38
activating the front passenger air bags ........................ 1.61
deactivating the front passenger air bags .................... 1.59
air conditioning ....................................3.6 → 3.13, 3.19 – 3.20
A
air vent (Hybrid Assist).............................................. 3.45, 3.50
A
air vents ...................................................................... 3.4 – 3.5
anti-corrosion check ..............................................6.15 → 6.20
anti-corrosion protection .................................................... 4.15
anti-lock braking system: ABS ...............................2.35 → 2.39
antipollution advice .................................................................\
......... 2.30
armrest: front ..................................................................\
............ 3.33
ashtray ................................................................\
............... 3.38
assisted parking............................... 2.82 → 2.86, 2.89 → 2.92
automatic gearbox (use) ........................................2.93 → 2.95
automatic gearbox selector lever...........................2.93 → 2.95
B
battery..................................................................... 4.11 – 4.12 troubleshooting ................................................. 5.29 – 5.30
battery (remote control) ..................................................... 5.32 blind spot warning signal .......................................2.55
→ 2.58
blind spot: warning signal ......................................2.55 → 2.58
bonnet........................................................................\
. 4.2 – 4.3
brake fluid ........................................................................\
.... 4.9
bulbs changing ..........................................................5.17 → 5.23
C
catalytic converter................................................... 2.12 – 2.13
central door locking ...............1.2 – 1.3, 1.5, 1.12 → 1.15, 1.18
changing a bulb .....................................................5.17 → 5.23
changing a wheel.................................................... 5.12 – 5.13
changing gear ...............................................2.20, 2.93 → 2.95
child restraint/seat .............................1.39 – 1.40, 1.42 → 1.58
child safety.........................1.6, 1.39 – 1.40, 1.42 → 1.58, 3.24
child seats..........................................1.39 – 1.40, 1.42 → 1.58
children .......................................................... 1.39 – 1.40, 1.40
children (safety) .......................................................... 1.6, 3.24
cigar lighter ........................................................................\
3.38
cleaning: inside the vehicle .............................................. 4.18 – 4.19
clock ..................................................................\
................ 1.90
closing the doors ...................................................1.13 → 1.17
control instruments ................................................. 1.78 – 1.79
controls ...............................................................\
...1.62 → 1.65
coolant ................................................................\
................. 4.8
courtesy light .....................................3.27 – 3.28, 5.24 → 5.26
courtesy mirrors ................................................................. 3.29
cruise control .........................................................2.67 → 2.73
cruise control-speed limiter....................................2.67 → 2.73
customised vehicle settings ................................... 1.88 – 1.89
customising the vehicle settings ............................ 1.88 – 1.89
D
dashboard..............................................................1.62 → 1.65
daytime running lights........................................................ 1.98

7.3
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (3/6)
consumption ....................................................2.24 → 2.29
filling ............................................................. 1.111 → 1.113
grade ............................................................ 1.111 → 1.113
fuel consumption ..........................................2.24 → 2.29, 3.19
fuel economy .........................................................2.24 → 2.29
fuel level ........................................................................\
.... 1.72
fuel repriming ................................................................... 1.112
fuel tank capacity ........................................................ 1.111 → 1.113
fuel tank capacity ............................................... 1.111 → 1.113
fuses ....................................................................... 5.27 – 5.28
G
gear lever........................................................................\
... 2.20
grab handle........................................................................\
3.33
H
»hands-free» card: use............................................ 1.8 → 1.11
H
handbrake............................................................... 2.20 – 2.21
hands-free telephone integrated control ................. 3.22 – 3.23
hazard warning lights signal ................................... 1.94 – 1.95
head-up display .....................................................1.72 → 1.77
headlight beam adjustment ................................ 1.101 – 1.102
headlight flashers .............................................................. 1.94
headlight washer ............................................................. 1.107
headrest........................................................................\
..... 3.39
heating and air conditioning system .................3.6 → 3.8, 3.19
heating system ....................................3.6 → 3.13, 3.19 – 3.20
Hill Start Assist.......................................................2.35 → 2.39
horn ...................................................................\
................ 1.94
horn: flash ..................................................................\
........... 1.94
sounding the horn ........................................................ 1.94
hubcap tool .............................................................. 5.9 → 5.11Hybrid Assist ......................1.69, 2.14
→ 2.19, 3.45, 3.50, 5.28
Hybrid Assist system .........1.69, 2.14 → 2.19, 3.45, 3.50, 5.28
I
ignition switch ...................................................................... 2.3
indicators ....................................................... 1.94, 5.17 – 5.18
indicators: direction indicators .............................................. 1.94, 5.19
exterior temperature indicator ...................................... 1.90
instrument panel ..............................................1.66 → 1.79
instrument panel ...........................................1.66 → 1.87, 1.95
instrument panel messages...................................1.80 → 1.87
interior trim maintenance ..................................................... 4.18 – 4.19
Isofix .................................................................\
.....1.53 → 1.58
J
jack ...................................................................\
....... 5.9 → 5.11
K
keys ...................................................................\
........1.2 → 1.5
L
lane departure warning ..........................................2.47 → 2.54
L
lane keeping: assistance .......................................2.51 → 2.54
L
levels: brake fluid ...................................................................... 4.9
coolant ................................................................\
........... 4.8
engine oil ....................................................................... 4.4
windscreen washer reservoir ....................................... 4.10
lifting the vehicle changing a wheel .............................................. 5.12 – 5.13