cool RENAULT CLIO 2000 X65 / 2.G User Guide

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LEVELS
Brake fluid
This must be checked frequently,
especially if you notice even the
slightest loss in braking efficiency.
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The level falls naturally as the brake
pads wear, but it should never be
allowed to fall below the
MINIMUMwarning mark.Filling
After any operation on the
hydraulic circuit a specialist must
replace the brake fluid.
Only use products approved by
Renault’s Technical Department,
taken from a sealed container.
Fluid change frequency: Refer to
your vehicle’s Warranty and
Servicing booklet.
Take care when working
under the bonnet as the
engine cooling fan may cut
in at any moment.

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LEVELS(continued)
Coolant
The levelwhen coldshould be
between the MINIMUM and
MAXIMUM marks on the
expansion bottle1.
Top up the levelwhen coldbefore it
reaches the MINIMUM mark.
No operations may be
carried out on the
cooling circuit when the
engine is hot.
Danger of burns.
If there is an abnormal drop in
the coolant level or if coolant
loss is repeated, consult your
Renault Dealer.Checking intervals
Check the coolant level regularly.
(Very severe damage is likely to be
caused to the engine if it runs out of
coolant.)
If topping up is required, only use
products approved by Renault's
Technical Department:
- Anti-freeze protection;
- Anti-corrosion protection of the
cooling system.
Frequency of oil change
Refer to the servicing booklet for
your vehicle.
Average capacities
(for information)
1.2 engines: 4.5 litres
1.4 - 1.4 16V engines: 5.7 litres
1.6 - 1.6 16V engines: 5.7 litres
2.0 16V engines: 7.4 litres
1.9 - 1.9 Dti engines: 7.3 litres

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LEVELS(continued)
Power assisted steering pump
Frequency:Refer to your vehicle’s
Warranty and Servicing booklet.
Level:for the level to be correct
when cold, it must be:
- visible between theMinimumand
Maximummarks on the reservoir1.
For topping up or filling, only use
products approved by the Renault
Technical Department.
Battery
The battery does not require any
maintenance.
Take care when working
in the engine
compartment as the
engine cooling fan may
cut in at any moment without
warning.Handle the battery with
care as it contains
sulphuric acid which must
not come into contact with
the eyes or skin.
If it does, rinse with plenty of
water.
Keep all sources of flame, heat and
sparks away from the battery as
there is a risk of explosion.

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LEVELS(continued)FILTERS
Windscreen washer reservoir
Filling:via plug1.
This reservoir also supplies the
headlight washers (if fitted to the
vehicle).
Liquid:water + washer product
(antifreeze product in winter).
Jets:tilt each small sphere with a
pin to alter the angle of the spray.The filter components (air filter,
particle filter, diesel filter...) should
be replaced during the maintenance
operations carried out on your
vehicle.
Frequency for replacing filter
components:see the servicing
booklet for your vehicle.If there is an abnormal drop in
any of the fluid levels, consult
your Renault Dealer at once.
Take care when working
under the bonnet as the
engine cooling fan may
cut in at any moment.

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FOG LIGHTS: replacing the bulbs
• Remove the mounting bolts1.
• Remove the light unit from the
front.
• Disconnect the wires.
• Remove cover2by turning it.
• Remove the bulb connector.
• Release spring3.
• Remove the bulb.
•Holding the new bulb in a cloth or
piece of paper,slide it into its
mounting.
Type of halogen bulb: H1Adjusting the lights
Contact your Renault Dealer for
adjusting the lights.
Take care when working
under the bonnet as
the engine cooling fan
may cut in at any
moment.
Additional lights
If you wish to fit fog lights or long
range headlights to your vehicle,
consult your Renault Dealer.
Any operation on (or
modification to) the
electrical system must be
performed by a Renault
Dealer since an incorrect
connection might damage the
electrical installation (harness,
components and in particular, the
alternator). In addition, your
Dealer has available all the parts
required for fitting these units.

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BATTERY: breakdown(continued)
Starting the vehicle using the
battery from another vehicle
Proceed as follows when starting
your vehicle from another vehicle's
battery:
Obtain suitable jump leads (with a
large cross section) from a Renault
Dealer or, if you already have jump
leads, ensure that they are in perfect
condition.
Both batteries must have an
identical nominal voltage: 12 volts.
The battery supplying the current
should have a capacity (amp-hours,
Ah) which is at least the same as
that of the discharged battery.
A frozen battery must be thawed out
before current is supplied to it.
Ensure that there is no risk of
contact between the two vehicles
(risk of short circuiting when the
positive terminals are connected)
and that the discharged battery is
properly connected. Switch off your
vehicle ignition.
Start the engine of the vehicle
supplying the current and run it at
average speed.Secure the positive cable (+)Ato
the (+) terminal1of the discharged
battery then to (+) terminal2of the
battery supplying the current.
Secure the negative cable (–)Bto
the (–) terminal3of the battery
supplying the current then to the (–)
terminal4of the discharged battery.Check that there is no contact
between cablesAandBand that
cableAis not touching any metal
parts on the vehicle supplying the
current.
Start the engine as you would
normally. As soon as it starts,
disconnect cablesAandBin the
reverse order (4-3-2-1).
Handle the battery with
care since it contains
sulphuric acid which
must never come into
contact with eyes or skin. If it
does, wash with plenty of water.
Keep all flames, light sources
and sparks away from the
battery: risk of explosion.
Take care when working in the
engine compartment as the
engine cooling fan may cut in at
any moment without warning.

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OPERATING INCIDENTS
Your vehicle should not be affected by incidents likely to keep it off the road for long periods if you have followed the
Renault Servicing Programme regularly.
The following advice will allow you to get going again quickly, albeit temporarily: for reasons of safety, you should
always consult a Renault Dealer as soon as possible.
When starter is activated CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
• There is no response. The warning
lights fail to illuminate and the starter
does not turn.Battery lead disconnected or terminals
oxidised.Check battery terminals: scrape clean
if oxidised and re-tighten.
Battery discharged. Connect another battery to the faulty
battery.
Battery unserviceable. Replace the battery.
• Warning lights go dim and starter
turns very slowly.Battery terminals not tight.
Battery terminals oxidised.Check battery terminals: scrape clean
if oxidised and re-tighten.
Battery discharged. Connect another battery to the faulty
battery.
• The engine is difficult to start in
damp conditions or after washing.Poor ignition, ignition system damp. Dry the plug leads and ignition coil.
• The engine is difficult to start when
hot.Poor carburation (bubbles of vaporised
fuel in the circuit).Let the engine cool down.
Lack of compression. Consult a Renault Dealer.

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OPERATING INCIDENTS(continued)
When starter is activated CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
• The engine fires once or twice then
dies and is difficult to start when cold.Immobiliser active. Refer to the “Engine immobiliser”
section.
Starting procedure incorrect Refer to the “starting the engine”
section.
or
Poor fuel supply or ignition fault. If the vehicle will not start, do not
keeptryingtostartit.
Consult a Renault Dealer.
System for cutting off fuel supply
activated if vehicle has been subject to
severe impact.See a Renault Dealer. (Refer to
information on fuel cut-off system in
section 5.)
• Vibrations. Tyres incorrectly inflated, incorrectly
balanced or damaged.Check the tyre pressures and, if they
are correct, have a Renault Dealer check
the condition of the tyres.
• Coolant boiling in expansion bottle. Mechanical fault: cylinder head gasket
blown, water pump faulty.Stop the engine.
Consult a Renault Dealer.
Engine cooling fan not working. Check the appropriate fuse, otherwise
consult a Renault Dealer.

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OPERATING INCIDENTS(continued)
On the open road CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
• Abnormal white smoke from the
exhaust.Mechanical fault: cylinder head gasket
blown.Stop the engine.
Consult a Renault Dealer.
• Smoke under the bonnet. Short circuit. Stop the vehicle, switch off the
ignition, disconnect the battery.
Cooling circuit fault. Consult a Renault Dealer.
• The oil pressure warning light
illuminates
- when cornering or braking. The level is too low. Top up the oil.
- at idle speed. The oil pressure is too low. Consult the nearest Renault Dealer.
- is slow to extinguish or remains
illuminated on acceleration.Loss of oil pressure. Stop and call for the assistance of a
Renault Dealer.
• The engine lacks power. Dirty air filter. Replace the cartridge.
Fuel supply fault. Check the fuel level.
Spark plugs faulty, incorrect gap. Consult a Renault Dealer.
• Idle speed unsteady or engine stalls. Lack of compression (spark plugs,
ignition, air leak)Consult a Renault Dealer.

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OPERATING INCIDENTS(continued)
On the open road CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
• Steering becomes hard to turn. Belt broken. Have the belt replaced.
Lack of oil in pump. Top up oil (see maintenance section).
If the fault persists, consult your
Renault Dealer.
• The engine overheats. The coolant
temperature warning light illuminates
(or the needle on the gauge is in the
red zone).Water pump: belt slack or broken.
Faulty engine cooling fan.Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine
and call for the assistance of a Renault
Dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the condition of the hoses and
clips.
Check the expansion bottle: it should
contain coolant. If it does not, top up
the level (after letting the engine cool
down). Take care not to burn yourself.
This action is only temporary: consult
your Renault Dealer as soon as
possible.
Radiator
Never fill a hot radiator with cold coolant if a considerable quantity has been lost. After any operation
on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling system, it must be refilled with a
new mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved by our Technical
Department may be used for this purpose.