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Driver's handbook 82 00 608 136 NU 710-8 10/2005 Edition anglaise

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Brief overview

Tyre pressures .............................................................................................. 0.04 - 0.05

Adjusting the seats and driving position ............................................... 1.11 1.17

Child restraint systems ............................................................................. 1.25 1.37

Warning lights (instrument panel) ........................................................... 1.42 1.72

Starting/stopping the engine ...................................................................... 2.03 - 2.04

Driving ........................................................................................................ 2.02 2.40

Tyre Pressure Monitor .......................................................................... 2.13 2.16

Electronic Stability Program: ESP ................................................................... 2.17

Traction control: ..................................................................................... 2.18 - 2.19

Emergency brake assist ..................................................................................... 2.22

Cruise control/speed limiter ................................................................ 2.23 2.29

Heating/air conditioning ........................................................................... 3.02 3.16

Bonnet/maintenance .................................................................................. 4.02 4.14

Practical advice (changing bulbs, fuses, breakdown,operating faults) ......................................................................................... 5.02 5.35

Emergency spare wheel ............................................................................ 5.02 5.05



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C O N T E N T SSections

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Getting to know your vehicle ............................................................

Driving ...............................................................................................................

Your comfort .................................................................................................

Maintenance ..................................................................................................

Practical advice ...........................................................................................

Technical specifications ........................................................................

Alphabetical index ....................................................................................



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TYRE PRESSURES (in bar or kg/cm2 when cold)

Tyre sizes 165/65 R15 81 T185/60 R15 84 H

185/55 R16 87 H 185/60 R15 88 H 175/65 R15 88 H

Wheel sizes 5,5 J 156 J 15

6 J 16 6 J 15 6 J 15

Non-motorway use Front 2,2 2,4 2,3 2,3 Rear 2 2 2 2,1

Motorway use (1) Front 2,3 2,5 2,4 2,4 Rear 2 2 2 2,2

Emergency spare wheel 2,3 2,5 2,4 2,4

Vehicles fitted with Tyre Pressure MonitorAll tyre pressures need to be increased by 0.2 bar.

Tyre safety and use of chainsRefer to the information on tyres in Section 5 for maintenance information and, depending on the version, the conditions underwhich snow chains may be fitted to the vehicle.

(1) Special note concerning vehicles used when fully laden (maximum permissible all-up weight) and towing a trailer.The maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressures increased by 0.2 bar.Refer to the information on Weights in Section 6.



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TYRE PRESSURES (in psi. when cold)

Tyre sizes 165/65 R15 81 T185/60 R15 84 H

185/55 R16 87 H 185/60 R15 88 H 175/65 R15 88 H

Wheel sizes 5,5 J 156 J 15

6 J 16 6 J 15 6 J 15

Non-motorway use Front 32 35 33 33 Rear 29 29 29 30

Motorway use (1) Front 33 36 35 35 Rear 29 29 29 32

Emergency spare wheel 33 36 35 35

Vehicles fitted with Tyre Pressure MonitorAll tyre pressures need to be increased by 3 PSI.

Tyre safety and use of chainsRefer to the information on tyres in Section 5 for maintenance information and, depending on the version, the conditions underwhich snow chains may be fitted to the vehicle.

(1) Special note concerning vehicles used when fully laden (maximum permissible all-up weight) and towing a trailer.The maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressures increased by 3 psi.Refer to the information on Weights in Section 6.



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Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle

Key/Radio frequency remote control unit: general information, use, deadlocking ........................1.02 1.04Doors ......................................................................................................................................................1.05 1.08RAID (Renault Anti-Intruder Device) ...............................................................................................................1.09Engine immobiliser ............................................................................................................................................1.10Headrests/seats ......................................................................................................................................1.11 1.13Seat belts ................................................................................................................................................1.14 1.17Methods of restraint ..............................................................................................................................1.18 1.24

in addition to front seat belts ...............................................................................................1.18 1.21in addition to rear seat belts .............................................................................................................1.22side protection ....................................................................................................................................1.23

Child safety ............................................................................................................................................1.25 1.37Driver's position ....................................................................................................................................1.38 1.41Instrument panel ...................................................................................................................................1.42 1.72

Trip computer and warning system .................................................................................................1.58 1.72Information displays ..........................................................................................................................................1.70Clock ...................................................................................................................................................................1.71Exterior temperature ..........................................................................................................................................1.72Steering wheel ....................................................................................................................................................1.73Mirrors .....................................................................................................................................................1.74 - 1.75Audible and visible signals ...............................................................................................................................1.76Lighting and exterior signals ................................................................................................................1.77 1.81Headlight beam adjustment ..............................................................................................................................1.82Wipers/washers .....................................................................................................................................1.83 1.85Fuel tank (filling with fuel) ...................................................................................................................1.86 - 1.87

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KEY / RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: general information

Radio frequency remote controlunit1 - Locking all doors and the

tailgate.2 - Unlocking all doors and the

tailgate.3 - Driver's door and ignition key.4 - Locking / Unlocking the tailgate

only (for remote control unitswith three buttons).

Radio frequency remote controlrangeThis varies according to theenvironment. It is thereforeimportant when handling theremote control to ensure that you donot lock or unlock the vehicle byinadvertently pressing the buttons.

InterferenceThe presence of certain objects(metal objects, mobile telephones,or an area with strongelectromagnetic radiation, etc.),close to the key may createinterference and affect the operationof the system.

Driver's responsibilityNever leave the vehicleunattended with the keyin the ignition if there is a

child (or animal) in the vehicle.They might start the engine oroperate electrical equipmentsuch as the electric windows,and there is a risk that they maytrap part of their body (neck,arms, hands, etc.).Risk of serious injury.

If you lose your keys or needanother set of keys (or a remotecontrol unit), contact yourRENAULT Dealer. It will be necessary to take the

vehicle to your RENAULT Dealerif you need to replace a keybecause both the vehicle and allthe keys are needed to initialisethe system.

No more than four remotecontrol units may be used for onevehicle.

If the remote control unit will notoperate:Make sure that the batteries arealways in good condition, they lastfor approximately two years.In this case, refer to the informationon the radio frequency remotecontrol batteries in Section 5

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KEY / RADIOFREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: use

Unlocking the doorsPress unlocking button 2.Unlocking is indicated by one flashof the hazard warning lights and theindicator lights.

Special notes (for some countries):- pressing button 2 once opens only

the driver's door,- pressing button 2 twice in

succession unlocks the otherdoors.

Locking the doorsPress locking button 1.The indicator lights and hazardwarning lights flash twice toindicate that the doors have beenlocked:If an opening element (door, tailgateor tailgate hatch is opened or notproperly closed, the openingelements will quickly lock thenunlock without the hazard warninglights or indicator lights flashing.

Unlocking / Locking the tailgateonly (for certain countries)Press button 4 to unlock or lock theluggage compartment.The hazard warning lights andindicator lights flash once toindicate unlocking if the vehicledoors are locked.The hazard warning lights andindicator lights flash twice toindicate that the tailgate is locked ifthe vehicle doors are locked.

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DEADLOCKING

Deadlocking the doors andtailgate (for some countries)This allows you to lock the doorsand luggage compartment and toprevent the doors from beingopened with the interior handles(by breaking the window and thentrying to open the doors from theinside).

To activate deadlockingPress button 1 twice in quicksuccession.The indicator lights and hazardwarning lights flash five times toindicate that the doors have beenlocked.

Never use deadlocking ifsomeone is still inside thevehicle.

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OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS

Opening the doors from the outsideAfter the vehicle has been lockedusing the remote control or the key,pull handle 1.

Opening the doors from theinsidePull handle 2.

Lights on warning buzzerIf you have turned off the ignitionand left the lights switched on analarm will sound when a door isopened.

Door/tailgate/tailgate hatch openreminderIf an opening element (door, tailgatehatch or tailgate) is open or notclosed properly, the tailgate openor door open message (dependingon opening element) will bedisplayed on the instrument panelwith a warning light when thevehicle reaches a speed ofapproximately 6 mph (20 km/h).

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Safety of rear occupantsThe driver can inhibitoperation of the rearelectric windows and

doors by pressing switch 3 on theside with the symbol.

Driver's responsibilityIf there is a child (or a pet) in thevehicle, never leave him/herunattended with the key in theignition. With the key in theignition it would be possible tooperate the electric windows andthere is a risk that a child oranimal may be seriously injured(by trapping his or her neck, arm,hand, etc.). If something getstrapped, reverse the direction oftravel as soon as possible bypressing the relevant switch.Risk of injury.

Rear door locking must bereactivated followingdisconnection of thebattery by pressing

switch 3.

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OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS (continued)

Child safetyVehicles fitted with switch 3 withintegrated indicator lightPress switch 3 to lock the rear doorsand prevent operation of the rearelectric windows.The indicator light built into theswitch lights up to confirm that thedoors are locked.

If there is a fault, youwillhear a beep and theintegrated indicator lightwill not light up.

Other casesTo make it impossible for the reardoors to be opened from the inside,move lever 4 on each door andcheck from the inside that the doorsare securely locked.

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Locking/unlocking from theoutsideThis is done using the RENAULTremote control 1: refer toKey/Radio frequency remotecontrol: general information inSection 1.

In certain cases (when thevehicle is located in a zone ofhigh electromagnetic radiation,etc.) use remote control 1 closeto the front left-hand doormirror.



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LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS

Special circumstance: using the keyInsert the key into lock 2 thenunlock by turning upwards or lockby turning downwards, then returnthe key to its original position.Remove the key.Open the door.

Operating faultsEach door can be lockedmanually ifthere is an electrical fault.With the door open, turn screw 3with the key and close the dooragain. This means that the door isnow locked from the outside.The front left-hand door may onlybe opened from the inside or byusing the key.

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Doors and luggagecompartment status indicatorThe indicator light integrated inswitch 4 shows whether or not theopening elements are locked:- the light is on when the doors are

locked;- the light goes out when the doors

are unlocked.When you lock the doors, theindicator light remains lit forapproximately one minute thengoes out.

Locking/unlocking from theinside: button 4It simultaneously controls theopening elements (doors, tailgate ortailgate hatch) and the fuel filler flap.If a door is open or not properlyclosed, the doors lock and thenquickly unlock.

Drivers responsibilityNever leave your vehiclewith the key in theignition.

If you decide to keep the doorslocked whilst driving,remember that it may be moredifficult for those assisting youto gain access to your vehicle inthe event of an emergency.

Risk of injury.

To lock the vehicle leaving anopening element open (for examplewhen transporting something in theluggage compartment whichprevents it from being closed), orwhen the vehicle is located in azone of high electromagneticradiation: with the engine switchedoff, press and hold button 4 formore than five seconds.



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LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS (continued)



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RAID (RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE)You can decide to activate thisfunction if you wish.

To activateWith the ignition on, press centraldoor locking button 1 for about fiveseconds, until one beep is heard.

To deactivateWith the ignition on, press centraldoor locking button 1 for about fiveseconds, until one beep is heard.

If you decide to keep thedoors locked whilstdriving, remember that itmay be more difficult for

those assisting you to gain accessto your vehicle in the event of anemergency.

Operating principleWhen the vehicle moves off, thesystem locks the doorsautomatically as soon as you reach aspeed of 6 mph (10 km/h).The door is unlocked:- by pressing door unlocking button 1.- by opening a door when

stationary.Note: If a door is opened, it willautomatically be locked againwhen the vehicle reaches a speedof approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

Operating faultsIf you notice a fault (automaticlocking does not work, warninglight incorporated in button 1 doesnot light up when the doors arelocked, etc.) first check that that allthe doors are properly closed. Ifthey are closed correctly, contactyour RENAULT Dealer.

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ENGINE IMMOBILISERThis prevents the vehicle beingdriven by anyone not in possessionof the vehicle's coded ignition key.The vehicle is automaticallyprotected a few seconds after theengine is switched off.

Any unauthorised workcarried out on the engineimmobiliser (computers,wiring, etc.) could be

dangerous. It must be carried outby trained RENAULT networkpersonnel.

Operating principleWhen the engine is started, warninglight 1 remains lit for a few secondsthen goes out (refer to theinformation on Starting the enginein Section 2).If the code is not recognised, thewarning light flashes rapidly andthe vehicle will not start.

Indicator lightsVehicle protection indicator lightAfter the ignition has been switchedoff, warning light 1 flashes and thevehicle is protected.

Operating fault warning lightIf the warning light continues toflash or stays lit up permanentlyfollowing an attempt to start theengine, this indicates a fault in thesystem.In this case, use the secondkey (supplied with the vehicle). Ifthe fault is still present, contact aRENAULT Dealer as only aRENAULT Dealer is qualified torepair the engine immobilisersystem.

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To adjust the headrestSlide it upwards to the requiredheight.

To lower the headrestGently lift the headrest, movetab 1 forwards and lower theheadrest to the required height.



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FRONT HEADREST

To remove the headrestPress button 2 and lift the headrestto release it.

To refit the headrestInsert the headrest rods into thesleeves, with the notch facing thefront.Move tab 1 forwards and lower theheadrest to the required height.

The headrest is a safetycomponent. Ensure that itis fitted and in the correctposition: the top of your

head should be in line with the topof the headrest.

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REAR HEADREST

Positions for usePress tab A of lock 1 and raise theheadrest to maximum height to useit in the high position. Lower it untilit locks to use it in the low position.

To remove the headrestPress tab A on locks 1 and 2 thentake out the headrest.

To refit the headrestInsert the rods into the sleeves,press the tabs on both rods andlower the headrest.

Storage positionPress lock 2 and lower the headrestcompletely.

The fully-lowered position of theheadrest is a storage position: itshould not be used when the seat isoccupied.

The headrest is importantfor safety. Ensure that it isfitted and in the correctposition.

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FRONT SEATS

To move a seat forwards orbackwardsLift lever 1 underneath the seat torelease. Once in the desiredposition, release the lever and checkthat the seat is correctly locked.

For safety reasons, onlyadjust the seats when thevehicle is stationary.

To adjust the driver's seat height:Move lever 2 as many times asnecessary:- upwards to raise it,- downwards to lower it.

Heated seatsWith the ignition switched on, pressswitch 3 on the required seat. Theindicator light in the switch comeson.The system has a thermostat anddetermines whether or not heatingis necessary.

To tilt the seatbackTurn tumblewheel 4 and tilt theseatback to the desired position.

So that the effectivenessof the seat belts is notreduced, we wouldadvise you to wear the

seat belt against your shoulder.Nothing should be placed on thefloor (area in front of driver), assuch objects may slide under thepedals during sudden brakingmanoeuvres and obstruct theiruse.

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SEAT BELTSAlways wear your seat belt whentravelling in your vehicle. You mustalso comply with the locallegislation of the particular countryyou are in.

Before driving off:- First ensure that your driving

position is correct,- Then adjust your seat belt to

provide maximum protection.

Incorrectly adjusted seatbelts may cause injuriesin the event of anaccident.

Even pregnant women shouldwear a seat belt. In this instance,ensure that the lap belt is notexerting too much pressure onthe abdomen but do not allowany slack.

Adjusting your driving position Sit well back in your seat (having

removed your coat or jacket). Thisis essential to ensure that yourback is positioned correctly.

Adjusting the distance betweenthe seat and the pedals. Your seatshould be as far back as possiblewhile still allowing you to be ableto fully depress the clutch pedal.The seatback should be adjustedso that your arms are slightly bentwhen you hold the steeringwheel.

Adjusting the position of yourheadrest. For maximum safety,the top of your head should be inline with the top of the headrest.

Adjusting the height of the seatbase. This adjustment allows youto select the seat position whichoffers you the best possiblevision.

Adjust the position of the steeringwheel.

Adjusting the seat beltsSit with your back firmly against theseatback.The shoulder strap 1 should be asclose to the base of the neck aspossible but not on it.The lap strap 2 should be worn flatover your thighs and against yourpelvis.The belt should be worn so that it isas close to your body as possible, i.e.avoid wearing heavy clothing orkeeping bulky objects under thebelts.

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Locking (continued)If your belt becomes completelyjammed:- pull the belt slowly but firmly so

that just over 3 cm unwinds;- then allow the belt to rewind

automatically,- unwind it again,- if there is still a problem, contact

your RENAULT Dealer.

This indicator light onthe instrument panel oron the dashboard shows

whether or not the seat belt iscorrectly fastened.

UnlockingPress button 5 on buckle 6 and theseat belt will be rewound by theinertia reel.Guide the buckle to help theoperation.



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SEAT BELTS (continued)

Adjusting the height of the seatbeltMove button 3 to select the positionyou require so that shoulder strap 1is worn as described above.Once you have adjusted the seatbelt, make sure it is correctly lockedinto position.

To fastenUnwind the belt slowly andsmoothly and ensure that tongue 4locks into buckle 6 (check that it islocked by pulling tongue 4). If thebelt jams before it is latched, allowit to return before attempting tounwind it again.

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SEAT BELTS (continued)

Rear lateral seat belts 1The belts are locked, unlocked andadjusted in the same way as thefront belts.

Rear centre beltUnwind belt 3 slowly from itshousing, then fasten tongue 2 intothe corresponding black buckle.

Fasten sliding tongue 4 into thecorresponding red buckle.

Check that the rear seatbelts are positioned andoperating correctly eachtime the rear bench seat

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SEAT BELTS (continued)The following information applies to both the vehicle's front and rear seat belts.

No adjustments may be made to the component parts of the restraint system (belts, seats and their mountings)originally fitted.For special applications (e.g. fitting child seats) contact your RENAULT Dealer.

Do not use devices which produce any slack in the belts (e.g. clothes pegs, clips, etc.): a seat belt which is worn tooloosely risks causing injury in the event of an accident.

Never wear the shoulder strap under your arm or behind your back.

Never use the same belt for more than one person and never hold a baby or child on your lap with your seat beltaround them.

The belt should never be twisted.

Seat belts should be replaced after a serious accident. Likewise, replace your seat belts as soon as they show any signsof wear.

When refitting the rear bench seat, take care that the seat belts are correctly positioned so that they can be usedproperly.

If necessary, readjust the position and tightness of the belt.

Make sure that the tongue is inserted into the correct buckle.



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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO FRONT SEAT BELTSThese are: pretensioners, chest and lap belt force limiters, driver and passenger airbags.

These systems are designed tooperate independently or togetherin the event of a front, side, or rearimpact.Depending on the force of theimpact the system may activate:- seat belt locking;- the lap belt pretensioner to keep

the occupant in their seat, the lowvolume front airbag and the forcelimiter,

- the large volume airbag.PretensionersWith the ignition switched on, if thevehicle is subjected to a significantfrontal impact the system may,depending on the severity ofimpact, trigger piston 1 whichinstantly retracts the belt.The pretensioners hold the seat beltagainst the occupant's body,holding the occupant more securelyagainst the seat, thus increasing theseat belt's efficiency.

After an accident, havethe entire restraintsystem checked

No operation whatsoever ispermitted on any part of thesystem (pretensioners, airbags,computers, wiring) and thesystem components must not bereused on any other vehicle,even if identical.

To avoid premature triggering ofthe system which may causeinjury, only qualified RENAULTNetwork personnel may work onthe pretensioner and airbagsystem.

Testing of the electric triggersystem may only be carried outby a specially trained technicianusing special equipment.

When the vehicle is scrapped,contact your RENAULT Dealerfor disposal of the pretensionerand airbag gas generators.

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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)Chest and lap belt force limitersAbove a certain severity of impact,this mechanism is used to limit theforce of the belt against the body sothat it is at an acceptable level.

Driver and passenger airbagsFitted to the driver's and passengerside.The presence of this equipment isindicated by the word Airbag onthe steering wheel and thedashboard (airbag zone A) and alabel on the lower part of thewindscreen or on the sun visor.Each airbag system consists of:- an airbag and gas generator fitted

to the steering wheel for the driverand in the dashboard for the frontpassenger;

- an intelligent computer for bothsystems, which includes animpact sensor and a monitorcontrolling the electrical triggersystem for the gas generator.

- A single warning light onthe instrument panel.

The airbag system uses theprinciples of pyrotechnics. Thisexplains why, when the airbaginflates, it will generate heat,produce smoke (this does not meanthat a fire is about to start) andmake a noise upon detonation. In asituation where an airbag isrequired, it will inflateimmediately and this may causesome minor, superficial grazing tothe skin or other problems.



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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)OperationThis system is only operationalwhen the ignition is switched on.In a severe frontal impact, theairbags inflate rapidly, cushioningthe impact of the driver's head andchest against the steering wheel andthe front passenger's head againstthe dashboard. The airbags thendeflate immediately so that thepassengers are not hindered in anyway from leaving the vehicle.

Special feature of the frontairbagThe airbag can be triggered in twodifferent ways, depending on theforce of the impact:- small volume airbag, this is the

first stage of operation;- large volume airbag, the straps are

torn in order to allow the airbag toinflate to a higher volume (in theevent of more severe impacts).

Operating faultsWarning light 1 lights up on theinstrument panel when the ignitionis turned on and then goes out aftera few seconds.If it does not light up when theignition is switched on, or comes onwhen the engine is running, there isa fault in the system.Consult your RENAULT Dealer assoon as possible. Your protectionwill be reduced until this fault isrectified.



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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)All of the warnings below are given so that the airbag is not obstructed in any way when it is inflated and also to preventthe risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the airbag inflates.

Warnings concerning the drivers airbag Do not modify the steering wheel or the steering wheel cushion. Do not cover the steering wheel cushion.

Do not attach any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the steering wheel boss. The steering wheel must not be removed (except by qualified personnel from the RENAULT Network). When driving, do not sit too close to the steering wheel. Sit with your arms slightly bent (see the information on

Adjusting your driving position in Section 1). This will allow sufficient space for the airbag to deploy correctly andbe fully effective.

Warnings concerning the passenger airbag Do not attach or glue any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the dashboard in the proximity of the

airbag housing. Do not place anything between the dashboard and the passenger (pet, umbrella, walking stick, parcels, etc.). The passenger must not put his or her feet on the dashboard or seat as there is a risk that serious injuries may be

sustained. In general, parts of the body should be kept away from the dashboard (knees, hands, head etc.) The passenger airbags should be reactivated as soon as the child seat is removed, to ensure the protection of the front

passenger in the event of an impact.

A REAR-FACING CHILD/BABY SEAT MUST NOT BE FITTED TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT UNLESS THEADDITIONAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS, I.E. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG, ARE DEACTIVATED. (Refer to theinformation on Deactivation of passenger airbags in Section 1).



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RESTRAINT DEVICES IN ADDITION TO THE REAR SEAT BELTSDepending on the vehicle, theseinclude: Seat belt pretensioners

integrated into the inertia reels.

Force limiter.

These systems are designed to actindependently or together when thevehicle is subjected to a frontalimpact.There are two scenarios, dependingon the force of the impact:- protection is provided by the belt

only;- the pretensioner is triggered to

take up the slack in the seat belt.

Rear seat belt pretensionersThis system is only operationalwhen the ignition is switched on.If the vehicle is subjected to a severefrontal impact, a device retracts theseat belt, pulling the seat belt tightagainst the body and thusimproving its effectiveness.

Have the entire restraintsystem checked followingan accident.

No operation whatsoever ispermitted on any part of thesystem (pretensioners, airbags,computers, wiring) and thesystem components must not bereused on any other vehicle, evenan identical vehicle.

To avoid premature triggering ofthe system which may causeinjury, only qualified RENAULTNetwork personnel may work onthe pretensioner and airbagsystem.

Testing of the electric triggersystem may only be carried outby a specially trained technicianusing special equipment.

When the vehicle is scrapped,contact your RENAULT Dealerfor disposal of the pretensionerand airbag gas generators.

Force limiterAbove a certain severity of impact,this mechanism is used to limit theforce of the belt against the body sothat it is at an acceptable level.



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SIDE PROTECTION DEVICESSide airbagsThis airbag may be fitted to each ofthe front seats and is activated at thesides of the seats (door side) toprotect the occupants in the event ofa severe side impact.

These airbags operatethrough slits in the frontseatbacks (door side):never insert any objects

in these slits.

Curtain airbagsThese are airbags may be fittedalong the top of each side of thevehicle and which are triggeredalong the front and rear sidewindows to protect the passengersin the event of a severe side impact.

A marking on the windscreeninforms you of the presence ofadditional means of restraint(airbags, pretensioners, etc.) inthe passenger compartment.

Warnings concerning thelateral airbag Fitting seat covers: seats

equipped with an airbagrequire covers specificallydesigned for your vehicle.Contact your RENAULT Dealerto find out if these covers may bepurchased from RENAULToutlets. The use of any coversother than those designed foryour vehicle (and includingthose designed for anothervehicle) may affect the operationof the airbags and reduce yourprotection.

Do not place any accessories,objects or even pets between theseatback, the door and theinternal fittings. Do not cover theseatback with any items such asclothes or accessories. This mayprevent the airbag fromoperating correctly or causeinjury when the airbag isdeployed.

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ADDITIONAL RESTRAINT DEVICESAll the warnings below are given so that, if the airbag is activated, it is not obstructed in any way and also to prevent therisk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the airbag inflates.

The airbag is designed to complement the action of the seat belt. Both the airbags and seat belts are integral partsof the same protection system. It is therefore essential to wear the seat belt at all times. If seat belts are not worn,the occupants are exposed to the risk of serious injury in the event of an accident. It may also increase the risk ofminor superficial injuries occurring when the airbag is deployed, although such minor injuries are alwayspossible with airbags.

If the vehicle should overturn or in the event of a rear impact, however severe, the pretensioners and airbags are notalways triggered. Shocks to the underbody of the vehicle, from pavements, potholes, stones etc. can all trigger thesesystems.

No work or modification whatsoever may be carried out on any part of the driver or passenger airbag system (airbag,pretensioner, computer, wiring harness, etc), except by qualified RENAULT Network personnel.

To ensure that the system is in good working order and to avoid accidental triggering of the system which may causeinjury, only qualified RENAULT Network personnel may work on the airbag system.

As a safety precaution, have the airbag system checked if your vehicle has been involved in an accident, stolen orbroken into.

When selling or lending the vehicle, inform the user of these points and hand over this handbook with the vehicle.

When scrapping your vehicle, contact your RENAULT Dealer for disposal of the gas generator(s).



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CHILD SAFETYIn all countries there are regulationsgoverning the use of restraints forchildren and babies.In Europe children under 10 yearsof age(1) must be seated in anapproved safety device which issuitable for the weight and size ofthe child.The driver is responsible forensuring that this equipment isused correctly.Child restraints for which typeapproval was obtained after January1992 offer a level of safety muchgreater than for restraints with typeapproval before that date.It is therefore advisable to select achild restraint that complies withEuropean regulation ECE 44.Restraints that comply with thislegislation must be marked with anorange label bearing the letter Efollowed by a number (whichrepresents the country where it istype approved) and the year inwhich the type approval wasgranted.Refer to the Child safety equipmentbooklet available from theRENAULT Network to choose theseat suited to your child andrecommended for your vehicle.

Remember that a collision at 30 mph(50 km/h) is the same as falling adistance of 10 metres. Expressed inother terms, transporting a childwithout a restraint is the equivalent ofallowing him or her to play on afourth-floor balcony without railings.

Under no circumstancesshould babies or childrenbe allowed to travel sittingon the knees of another pas-

senger in the vehicle.If a head-on impact occurs at30 mph (50 km/h) a child weighing30 kg will be transformed into amissile equivalent to one tonne:you will find it impossible to holdthe child, even if you yourself arewearing a belt.It is particularly dangerous to putthe belt round your child when heor she is sitting on your lap. Neveruse the belt for more than oneperson at the same time.

There are some passenger seats onwhich the installation of child seatsis forbidden.To find the authorised seats andtypes of child seats that can beinstalled in each of the authorisedseats, refer to the table in thefollowing pages.

Installing a child seat in the frontseat (if installation is permitted)If fitted to the passenger seat, carryout the following adjustments:- move the passenger seat as far

back as possible,- tilt back the seatback slightly,- raise the headrest to its highest

setting or remove it if necessary,- move the seat belt height control

to the low position.

Installing a child seat in the rearside seat (if installation ispermitted)- raise the headrest or remove it if

necessary,- position the bench seat as

recommended in the table on thefollowing page.

(1) You must always comply with thelaws of the country in which you aretravelling. They may be different tothe guidelines in this handbook.

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(1) DANGER RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY: CHECK THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAGHAS BEEN DEACTIVATED BEFORE INSTALLING A REAR-FACING CHILD SEAT IN THIS SEAT. (Referto the information on Deactivation of passenger airbags in section 1).

(2) If the rear bench seat is in the 2-seater position with the large section of the seatback folded down thisprevents the remaining seat being used for the installation of child seats using the vehicle seat belt, as it is notpossible to fasten the seat belt (seat belt buckle not accessible).



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CHILD SAFETY (continued)

Type of child seat

Seats suitable for installing a child seatVehicle without a Triptic rear bench seat

Passenger seatsSeatsize(3)

Front passengerseats

(1) (4) (5)

Rear sideseats(2) (6)

Rear centralseats(2)

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CHILD SAFETY (continued)X : Seat not suitable for fitting a child seat.U : Seat which allows child seats with the Universal approval to be attached by seat belt; check that it can be fitted

correctly.IUF : Seat which allows forward-facing child seats with the Universal approval to be attached by the ISOFIX device;

check that it can be fitted correctly.IL : Seat which allows child seats with the semi-universal or specific to RENAULT vehicles approval to be attached

by the ISOFIX device; check that it can be fitted correctly.L1 : Seat which allows a RENAULT booster seat to be fitted. Refer to the brochure available from the RENAULT Network.

Refer to the Child safety equipment booklet available from the RENAULT Network to choose the seat suited to your childand recommended for your vehicle.

(3) The size of the child seat with the ISOFIX device is indicated by the symbol, followed by a letter (A, B, B1, C,D, E, F, G)

(4) Only a rear-facing child seat may be installed in this seat.(5) It is recommended that the seat is moved back as far as possible and that the seatback is reclined by approximately 25.(6) Before fitting a child seat (except a carry cot), it is recommended that the bench seat is positioned in the 2-seater

position. With the bench seat in 2- or 3-seater position, shift it back as far as possible (refer to the information on Usingthe rear bench seat in Section 3). Adjust the headrest, or remove it if necessary.

(7) A carrycot can only be installed crosswise on a bench seat in 3-seater position and will take up 2 seats - Position thechild with its head opposite the door side. Adjust the headrest, or remove it if necessary.

(8) With the bench seat in 3-seater position, move the front seat forward as far as possible to install the child seat, thenmove it back as close as possible to the child seat without making contact. Adjust the headrest, or remove it ifnecessary.

(9) Position the seatback of the child seat against the vehicle's seatback. Adjust the headrest, or remove it if necessary.(10) For the child's safety, do not move the seat in front more than halfway back on its runners and do not recline the

seatback more than 25.(11) A child over 10 years of age, weighing more than 36 kg (79 lbs) or taller than 1.36 m can be strapped directly into the

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Type of child seat

Seats suitable for installing a child seatVehicle without a Triptic rear bench seat

Passenger seatsSeatsize(2)

Front passengerseats

(1) (3) (4)

Rear sideseats

Rear centralseats

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CHILD SAFETY (continued)X : Seat not suitable for fitting a child seat.U : Seat which allows child seats with the Universal approval to be attached by seat belt; check that it can be fitted

correctly.IUF : Seat which allows forward-facing child seats with the Universal approval to be attached by the ISOFIX device;

check that it can be fitted correctly.IL : Seat which allows child seats with the semi-universal or specific to RENAULT vehicles approval to be attached

by the ISOFIX device; check that it can be fitted correctly.L1 : Seat which allows a RENAULT booster seat to be installed. Refer to the brochure available from the RENAULT

Network.

Refer to the Child safety equipment booklet available from the RENAULT Network to choose the seat suited to your childand recommended for your vehicle.

(2) The size of the child seat with the ISOFIX device is indicated by the symbol, followed by a letter (A, B, B1, C,D, E, F, G)

(3) Only a rear-facing child seat may be installed in this seat.(4) It is recommended that the seat is moved back as far as possible and that the seatback is reclined by approximately 25.(5) Carrycots should be fitted in a crosswise position in the vehicle and will take up 2 seats - Position the child with its

head opposite the door side.(6) With the bench seat in 3-seater position, move the front seat forward as far as possible to install the child seat, then

move it back as close as possible to the child seat without making contact. Adjust the headrest, or remove it if necessary.(7) Position the seatback of the child seat against the vehicle's seatback. Adjust the headrest, or remove it if necessary.(8) For the child's safety, do not move the seat in front more than halfway back on its runners and do not recline the

seatback more than 25.(9) A child over 10 years of age, weighing more than 36 kg (79 lbs) or taller than 1.36 m can be strapped directly into the

seat like an adult.

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The right choiceYour vehicle is fitted with theIsofix system, approved inaccordance with ECE 14 andECE 16 regulations.The safety of your children is alsoyour responsibility.To ensure that your child has themaximum possible protection, werecommend that you use Isofixseats approved by the RENAULTNetwork.Refer to the information on theIsofix system for mounting childseats in Section 1.Restraint systems for all thecategories are available. Thesesystems have been developed inconsultation with themanufacturers and have beentested in RENAULT vehicles.Contact your RENAULT Dealerand ask him to help you install it.

Categories 0 and 0+ (from 0 to13 kg)A childs neck is very susceptibleto injury up to the age of two. It ispreferable to put your child into arear facing enclosing shell seat.This position enhances safety.

Category 1 (from 9 kg to 18 kg)Between the ages of 2 and 4, achilds pelvis is not fullydeveloped. Restraints using thevehicles seat belts are notadequate and there is also a riskthat the child will sustainabdominal injuries in the event ofa frontal impact. Use a seat whichrestrains the child by means of aharness.Adjust the headrest to the highestposition or remove it in order toplace the back of the child seatfirmly against the vehicleseatback.

To avoid any risk to your safety, we recommend that you useRENAULT approved accessories because they are suitable foryour vehicle and are the only accessories for which RENAULTwill provide a warranty.




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Category 2 (15 kg to 25 kg) andcategory 3 (22 kg to 36 kg)To correctly secure the pelvis of achild under 10 years, of less than1.36 m in height and less than 36kg in weight. Use a booster seatwith belt guides to ensure that thethree-point belt lies flat over thechilds thighs.

A booster seat with a height-adjustable seatback and a beltguide are recommended as thiswill allow the belt to be worn asclose to the base of the neck aspossible but not on it.Adjust the headrest to the highestposition or remove it in order toplace the back of the child seatfirmly against the vehicleseatback.If a booster seat without a seatbackis used, the vehicles headrest willhave to be adjusted to suit thechilds stature; the upper edge ofthe headrest must be at the sameheight as the top of the childshead and should never be lowerthan in line with the childs eyes.



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Deactivating the front passengerairbags (if fitted)In order to fit a rear-facing child seaton the front passenger seat, youmust deactivate the front passengerseat additional restraint equipment(front and side airbags and lap beltpretensioners).

To deactivate the airbags: switchoff the ignition, press and turn lock4 to the OFF position.With the ignition on, it is essentialto check that AIRBAG OFF warninglight 5 on the instrument panel is lit.

This warning light remainscontinuously lit to let you knowthat you can fit a child seat

DANGERSince front passengerairbag triggering and theposition of a rear-facing

child seat are incompatible, it isnot permitted to install such a seatin this position unless the vehicleis fitted with an airbag deactivationdevice. Refer to deactivating thefront passenger airbag. The childmay suffer very serious injuries ifthe airbag inflates.The label (on the dashboard) andmarkings (on the sun visors)remind you of these instructions.



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Activating the front passengerairbagYou should reactivate the airbag assoon as you remove the child seatfrom the front passenger seat, toensure the protection of the frontpassenger in the event of an impact.

To reactivate the airbags: switch offthe ignition, press and turn lock 4 tothe ON position.Switch the ignition back on, thencheck that the AIRBAG OFFwarning light is not lit. The frontpassenger seat belt additionalrestraint systems are activated.

The passenger airbagmust be activated ordeactivated with theignition off.

If it is handled with the ignition

on, the and warning

lights come on: the passengerairbag is deactivated.Switch the ignition off then onagain to reset the airbag inaccordance with the lock.

Operating faultsIt is forbidden to fit a rear-facingchild seat on the front passengerseat if the airbag activation/deactivation system is faulty.We do not recommend fitting anyother kind of passenger seat device.Contact your RENAULT Dealer assoon as possible.



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CHILD SAFETY (continued)ISOFIX child seat mountingsystemTo find out which seats are fittedwith this system, refer to theinformation on seats suitable forfitting child seats at the beginningof the information on child safety.

The system comprises: two anchorage rings located

between the cushion and theseatback to attach the base of thechild seat;

a ring located under the cushionto attach the child seat seatback inthe rear-facing position;

a ring located on the roof rearcross member for mounting thechild seat seatback in thefront-facing position (rear seatsonly);

a special RENAULT child seatfitted with two locks that hookonto the two rings and a belt toattach the child seat seatback.

Only special RENAULT seats areapproved for this vehicle. Topurchase these seats, pleasecontact your RENAULT Dealer.

Use of this device on thefront passenger seat is onlypermitted if the passengerairbags have beendeactivated.

Refer to Deactivation of frontpassenger airbags.

Make sure that there isnothing obstructing theseat mounting mechanismat the anchorage points

(gravel, rags, toys, etc.).

Always remember to fasten theseat belts on child seats for alljourneys.

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CHILD SAFETY (continued)InstallationRear-facing Isofix seatWhen a rear-facing child seat isfitted, the seatback should be closeto or touching:- the dashboard (in the front seat),- the front seatback (in the rear seat).

Forward-facing ISOFIX seat (rearseats only)When a front-facing child seat isinstalled, the front seat must not bemoved back beyond the halfwaypoint on the seat runners and theseatback must be in an uprightposition.

Fitting the child seat seat base- Before fitting and using the seat,

read the instructions providedcarefully;

- attach mounting guide 2 (suppliedwith the child seat or as anaccessory), to rings 1 fitted to theseat.

- Slide the seat catches 3 in theguides 2 and push the seat firmlyto lock it on the rings;

- Ensure that the seat is lockedcorrectly by moving it from left toright and then forwards andbackwards;

- Push firmly on the base of the seatto press the child seat cradleagainst the vehicle seatback.

Fitting the child seat seatbackA rear-facing Isofix seat fitted to thefront passenger seatThe front passenger seat must beadjusted so that the back of the childseat is touching the dashboard.Use belt 4 supplied with the seat:- attach the belt hook to the ring

located underneath the seat on theside nearest the door, marked by alabel next to the ring,

- tighten the belt.

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Rear-facing seat mounting ring forrear seats- depending on the vehicle, recentre

the rear bench (refer to theinformation on rear bench seatfunctions in Section 3), and moveit back fully;

- attach the front seat belt hook toring 5 or, depending on thevehicle, ring 6 (located under therear bench seat base or on thefloor) and marked by a label;

- tighten the belt.

Front-facing seat mounting ring(rear seats only)- depending on the vehicle, move

the bench seat back fully;- pass strap 4 (supplied with the

seat) between the two rearheadrest rods,

- attach hook 7 to ring 8, located onthe roof rear cross member,marked by a label next to the ring,

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CHILD SAFETY No modifications may be made to the original component parts of the restraint system (belts and seats and

their mountings).

Carefully follow the fitting instructions provided by the manufacturer of the restraint system.

Always avoid dressing the child in bulky garments and do not place any objects between the child and the restraintsystem.

The seat belt in the vehicle must be tight enough so that the child's seat is held in position securely. Check the tensionregularly.

Never wear the belt under your arm or behind your back.

The harness or belt should be taut and fitted to suit the child's size.

Never allow your child to stand up or kneel on the seats while the vehicle is moving.

Check that the child is in the correct position for the entire journey, particularly when they are asleep.

Use the seat belts to hold the seat in position, even if it is not occupied. Otherwise, if an accident were to occur, it maybecome dislodged and pose a risk to other vehicle occupants.

Following a serious accident, check the seat belts or the ISOFIX seat mounting and replace the child seat.

Never leave a child unsupervised in a vehicle, even if they are in a restraining device.

Activate the rear door locks (if your vehicle is equipped with these).

Make sure the child does not get out of the vehicle at the side where there is traffic.

Set your children a good example - always wear your seat belt.

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DRIVERS POSITION, LEFT-HAND DRIVE (continued)The equipment fitted (described below), depends on the version, option and country.

1 Demister outlet for sidewindow.

2 Side vent.

3 Stalk for: direction indicators, exterior lighting, front fog lights, rear fog lights.

4 Driver's airbag location, horn,cruise control / speed limitercontrols.

5 Stalk for: windscreen and rear screen

wash / wipe, trip computer information

scrolling control.

6 Ignition switch.

7 Instrument panel.

8 Passenger airbag location.

9 Side vent.


11 Glove box.

12 Centre air vent.

13 Heating or air conditioningcontrol.

14 Central door locking switch.

15 Gear lever.

16 Cigarette lighter.

17 Handbrake.

18 Location for a cup holder,ashtray, etc.

19 Location for radio, navigationsystem, etc.

20 Hazard warning light switch.

21 Radio remote control. Hands-free telephone

integral control.

22 Steering column heightadjustment control.

23 Fuse box.

24 Bonnet release.

25 Stalk for: cruise control and speed

limiter, ASR traction control, headlight beam height

electric adjustment.

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DRIVERS POSITION, RIGHT-HAND DRIVE (continued)The equipment fitted (described below), depends on the version, option and country.


2 Side vent.

3 Passenger airbag location.

4 Centre air vent.

5 Instrument panel.

6 Stalk for: direction indicators, exterior lighting, front fog lights, rear fog lights.

7 Driver's airbag location, horn,cruise control / speed limitercontrols.

8 Stalk for: windscreen and rear screen

wash/wipe, trip computer information

scrolling control.

9 Side air vent.

10 Side window demisting outlet.

11 Stalk for: cruise control and speed

limiter, ASR traction control, electric headlight beam

height adjustment.

12 Ignition switch.

13 Radio remote control. Hands-free telephone

integral control.

14 Steering column heightadjustment control.

15 Heating or air conditioningcontrol.

16 Central door locking switch.

17 Location for radio, navigationsystem, etc.

18 Location for a cup holder,ashtray, etc.

19 Cigarette lighter.

20 Handbrake.

21 Gear lever.

22 Hazard warning light switch.

23 Glove box.

24 Fuse box.

25 Bonnet release.

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INSTRUMENT PANELThe presence and operation of the warning lights described below depend on the vehicle equipment level andthe country.

If the warning light comes on, you must stop as soon as traffic conditions allow.

If the warning light comes on, you should visit a RENAULT Dealer in the near future.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicleequipment and country.

1 Coolant temperature indicatorIn normal use, the level shouldbe below zone 1a. Under severeconditions the needle mayapproach this zone. This is notserious unless thewarning light comes on,accompanied by a message onthe instrument panel and abeep.

2 Gear engaged indicator (forvehicles with an automaticgearbox).

3 Rev counter(scale 1000)The red zone indicates aforbidden engine speed.

4 Speedometer (km or miles perhour)

Overspeed buzzerDepending on the vehicle, abuzzer sounds for approximately10 seconds every 40 seconds, aslong as the vehicle is travelling inexcess of 75 mph (120 km/h).

5 DisplayIt indicates that a door, thetailgate, or tailgate hatch is openor not properly closed and thetyre pressure status.

6 Fuel gauge

6b Low fuel level warning lightIf it flashes and a beep sounds,this indicates that the minimumfuel level has been reached. Fillup with fuel as soon as soon aspossible.Each time the ignition isswitched on when the minimumfuel level has been reached, abeep sounds to warn you.

7 SERVICE warning lightThis lights up when the ignitionis switched on and goes out aftera few seconds. It may come onwith other warning lights ormessages on the instrumentpanel.If it comes on when the vehicle isbeing driven, it is advisable tovisit your RENAULT Dealer assoon as possible.

7 Toxic fume filter systemwarning lightFor vehicles equipped

with this option, the light comeson when the ignition is switchedon then goes out.If it lights up continuously,contact your RENAULT Dealer assoon as possible.If it flashes, reduce the enginespeed until the light stopsflashing.Consult your RENAULT Dealeras soon as possible.Refer to the information onemission control, fuel economyand driving in Section 2.

Indicator light forElectronic StabilityProgram (ESP) and

traction control system (ASR)There are several reasons for thewarning light coming on: seeElectronic Stability Program(ESP) and Traction controlsystem in Section 2.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicleequipment and the country.

7 ABS warning lightIt comes on when theengine is started thengoes out.

If it comes on when you aredriving, it indicates a fault in theAnti-lock Braking System.Braking will function normally,in the same way as a vehiclewithout the ABS system.Contact your RENAULT Dealeras soon as possible.

Airbag warning lightThis lights up when theignition is switched on

and goes out after a few seconds.If it does not light up when theignition is switched on, orcomes on when the engine isrunning, there is a fault in thesystem.Consult your RENAULT Dealeras soon as possible.

7 Preheating indicatorlightThis light should come

on when the ignition key is inposition M, it indicates that theheater plugs are functioning. Itgoes out when pre-heating iscompleted and the engine canbe started.

Stop warning lightThis goes out a few

seconds after the ignition isswitched on. It comes on withother warning lights and/or amessage, and is accompanied bya beep.It indicates that it is essential tostop immediately (as soon astraffic conditions allow).

7 Handbrake on andbrake circuit faultwarning light

This lights up when the ignitionis switched on and goes out assoon as the handbrake isreleased. If the handbrake is notfully released, the warning lightwill remain lit, a beep willsound and the messagehandbrake on will bedisplayed on the instrumentpanel when the vehicle reachesa speed of 12 mph (20 km/h) ormore.If it comes on when the vehicleis being driven and isaccompanied by thewarning light and a beep, itindicates that the fluid level inthe circuit is low or that there isa braking system fault.Stop as soon as trafficconditions allow and call aRENAULT Dealer.

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7 Battery charge warninglightThis lights up when the

ignition is switched on and goesout after a few seconds. If itcomes on when the vehicle isbeing driven, and isaccompanied by thewarning light and a beep, itindicates that the electricalcircuit is overcharged orundercharged. Stop and havethe circuit checked.

Oil pressure warninglightThis lights up when the

ignition is switched on and goesout after a few seconds. If itcomes on when the vehicle isbeing driven, accompanied bythe STOP warning light and abeep, it is essential to stop andswitch off the ignition. Checkthe oil level. If the level isnormal, it is being caused bysomething else. Call aRENAULT Dealer.

7 Driver's seat belt notfastened warning lightIf the driver's seat belt is

not fastened it begins to flashwhen the vehicle reaches aspeed of 6 mph (15 km/h) and abuzzer sounds forapproximately two minutes.

Passenger airbagdeselectedThis warning light

comes on several seconds afterthe ignition is switched onwhen the airbags are deactivated(depending on vehicle).

Left-hand directionindicator light

Front fog light indicatorlight

7 Side light indicator light

Headlight dipped beamindicator light

Main beam headlightindicator light

Rear fog light indicatorlight

Right-hand directionindicator light

8 Multifunction display:This displays several types ofinformation (multimediainformation, clock, externaltemperature).

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9 Instrument panel lightingbrightness adjustment buttonRefer to the information onexternal signals and lighting inSection 1.

10 Clock setting buttonRefer to the information on theclock in Section 1.

11 Engine immobilisersystem warning lightRefer to the information

on the engine immobiliser inSection 1.

12 Oil level/Trip computer andwarning system

Low engine oil level warningThe display warns the driverthat the engine oil level is lowwhen the engine is started. Thisdisplay lasts for 15 seconds.Refer to the information on theEngine Oil Level in Section 4.

Trip computerAfter 15 seconds, the displaywill toggle depending on theon-board computer: refer to theinformation on the On-boardcomputer in Section 1.

13 Speed limiter and cruisecontrol indicator lightTo understand how thisoperates, see the information onthe Cruise control and Speedlimiter in Section 2.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL (continued)The presence and operation of the warning and indicator lights described below depend on the vehicleequipment and the country.

1 Oil pressure warninglightThis lights up when the

ignition is switched on and goesout after a few seconds. If itcomes on when the vehicle isbeing driven, accompanied bythe warning light and a beep, itis essential to stop and switchoff the ignition. Check the oillevel. If the level is normal, it isbeing caused by something else.Call a RENAULT Dealer.

Battery charge warninglightThis comes on when the

engine is started then goes out assoon as the engine is running.If it comes on when the vehicleis being driven, and is accompa-nied by the warning lightand a beep, it indicates that theelectrical circuit is overchargedor undercharged. Stop and havethe circuit checked.

1 Handbrake on andbrake circuit faultwarning light

This lights up when the ignitionis switched on and goes out assoon as the handbrake isreleased. If the handbrake is notfully released, the warning lightwill remain lit, a beep willsound and the messagehandbrake on will bedisplayed on the instrumentpanel when the vehicle reachesa speed of 12 mph (20 km/h) ormore.If it comes on when the vehicleis being driven and is accompa-nied by the warning lightand a beep, it indicates that thefluid level in the circuit is low orthat there is a braking systemfault.Stop as soon as trafficconditions allow and call aRENAULT Dealer.

1 Stop warning lightThis goes out a few

seconds after the ignition isswitched on. It comes on withother warning lights and/or amessage, and is accompanied bya beep. It indicates that it isessential to stop immediately (assoon as traffic conditions allow).

Headlight dipped beamindicator light

Main beam headlightindicator light

Side light warning light

Front fog light indicatorlight

Rear fog light indicatorlight

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2 Coolant temperature indicatorIn normal use, the level shouldbe below zone 2a. Under severeconditions the needle mayapproach this zone. This is notserious unless the war-ning light comes onaccompanied by a message onthe instrument panel and abeep.

3 Gear engaged indicator (forvehicles with an automaticgearbox).

4 Rev counter(scale 1000)The red zone indicates aforbidden engine speed.

5 Speedometer (km or miles perhour)

Overspeed buzzerDepending on the vehicle, abuzzer sounds forapproximately 10 seconds every40 seconds, for as long as thevehicle is travelling in excess of75 mph (120 km/h).

6 DisplayIt lights up to indicate that adoor, the tailgate, or tailgatehatch is open or not properlyclosed (refer to the informationon tyre pressure monitor inSection 2).

7 Fuel level indicator

7b Low fuel level warning lightIf it flashes and a beep sounds,this indicates that the minimumfuel level has been reached. Fillup with fuel as soon as soon aspossible.Each time the ignition isswitched on when the minimumfuel level has been reached, abeep sounds to warn you.

8 Toxic fume filter systemwarning lightFor vehicles equipped

with this option, the light comeson when the ignition isswitched on then goes out.If it lights up continuously,contact your RENAULT Dealeras soon as possible.If it flashes, reduce the enginespeed until the light stopsflashing.Consult your RENAULT Dealeras soon as possible.Refer to the information onemission control, fuel economyand driving in Section 2.

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8 ABS warning lightIt comes on when theengine is started then

goes out.If it comes on when you aredriving, it indicates a fault in theanti-lock braking system.Braking will operate as normal,in the same way as a vehiclewithout the ABS system.Contact your RENAULT Dealeras soon as possible.

Airbag warning lightThis lights up when theignition is switched

on and goes out after a fewseconds.If it does not light up when theignition is switched on, orcomes on when the engine isrunning, there is a fault in thesystem.Contact your RENAULT Dealeras soon as possible.

8 SERVICE warning lightThis lights up when the

ignition is switched on and goesout after a few seconds. It maycome on with other warninglights or messages on theinstrument panel.If it comes on when the vehicleis being driven, it is advisable tovisit your RENAULT Dealer assoon as possible.

Indicator light forElectronic StabilityProgram (ESP) andtraction control system

(ASR)There are several reasons for thewarning light coming on: seeElectronic Stability Program(ESP) and Traction controlsystem in Section 2.

8 Preheating indicatorlightThis light should come

on when the ignition key is inposition M to indicate that theheater plugs are functioning. Itgoes out when pre-heating iscompleted and the engine canbe started.

Passenger airbagdeselectedThis warning light

comes on several seconds afterthe ignition is switched onwhen the airbags are deactivated(depending on vehicle).

Driver's seat belt notfastened warning lightIf the driver's seat belt is

not fastened it begins to flashwhen the vehicle reaches aspeed of 6 mph (20 km/h) and abuzzer sounds forapproximately two minutes.

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8 Engine immobilisersystem warning lightRefer to the information

on the Engine immobiliser inSection 1.

9 Clock setting buttonRefer to the information on theclock in Section 1.

10 Right-hand directionindicator light

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