engine coolant RENAULT CLIO 2000 X65 / 2.G Owners Manual


       
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INSTRUMENT PANEL(continued)
The presence and operation of the warning lights described below depend on the vehicle equipment and
country.
1Fuel gauge
2Low fuel level warning
light
It extinguishes as soon
as the engine starts.
If it illuminates or remains
illuminated, fill up with fuel as
soon as possible.
Not used
Not used
Front fog lights
indicator light
Rear fog light indicator
light2Air bag warning light
This illuminates when
the ignition is switched
on and extinguishes after a few
seconds.
If it does not illuminate when
the ignition is switched on or if
it flashes, there is a fault in the
system. Consult your Renault
Dealer as soon as possible.
Main beam headlights
indicator light
Dipped beam headlights
indicator light
3Indicator light for
left-hand direction
indicators
4Speedometer(km or miles per
hour)5Indicator light for
right-hand direction
indicators
6Coolant temperature
warning light
If it illuminates when
you are driving, stop and let the
engine idle for one or two
minutes. The temperature
should drop. If it does not, stop
the engine and check the
coolant level(having let the
engine cool down).Call for the
assistance of a Renault Dealer if
necessary.
Engine immobiliser
warning light
This has several
functions. Refer to the
information on the engine
immobiliser in section 1.
Not used


       
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INSTRUMENT PANEL(continued)
The presence and operation of the warning lights described below depend on the vehicle equipment and
country.
6Driver's seat belt not
fastened
Electronic fault warning
light (on petrol and
diesel versions) and
heater plugs “on”(on
diesel version).
•Electronic fault warning
light(on petrol and diesel
versions).
If this light illuminates when
you are driving, it indicates
an electrical or electronic
fault. Consult your Renault
Dealer as soon as possible.
•Preheating warning light(on
diesel version)
With the ignition key in
position M, this light should
illuminate. It indicates that
the heater plugs are switched
on. It goes out as soon as
preheating is sufficient and
the engine may be started.6“Door(s) open” warning
light
If it illuminates when
the ignition is switched on, it
indicates that a door is not
properly closed.
Anti-lock brake warning
light
This light illuminates
when the ignition is switched
on and extinguishes within 3
seconds. If it illuminates when
you are driving, it indicates an
fault in the anti-lock braking
system. Braking will then occur
normally but without the
anti-lock system.
Consult your Renault Dealer as
soon as possible.
Handbrake “on” and
brake circuit fault
warning light
If it illuminates when braking,
it indicates that the fluid level
in the circuit is low; it may be
dangerous to continue driving.
Call for the assistance of a
Renault Dealer.7Coolant temperature indicator
In normal use, the needle
should be below zone7a.
Under severe conditions the
needle may enter this area. This
is not serious unless warning
light illuminates.
8Oil pressure warning
light
It should extinguish as
soon as the engine starts; if it
illuminates when you are
driving, stop at once, switch off
the ignition
and check the oil level. If this is
normal, call for the assistance
of a Renault Dealer.


       
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INSTRUMENT PANEL(continued)
The presence and operation of the warning lights described below depend on the vehicle equipment and
country.
1Not used
orOver-revving warning
light
Indicates that you need
to change gear.
Not used
Air bag warning light
This illuminates when
the ignition is switched
on and extinguishes after a few
seconds.
If it does not illuminate when
the ignition is turned on or if it
flashes, there is a fault in the
system. Consult your Renault
Dealer as soon as possible.
Rear fog light warning
light
Front fog lights
warning light1Not used
2Rev counter
(scale ×100)
Up to 3000 rpm (or 2500 rpm
on diesel versions),engine
speed not to be exceeded in the
intermediate gears for
economical driving
3Fuel level gauge
4Coolant temperature indicator
In normal use, the needle
should be below zone4a.
Under severe conditions the
needle may enter this area. This
is not serious unless warning
light illuminates.
5Speedometer(km or miles per
hour)6Not used
Low screen wash/wipe
fluid level warning
light
Fill up with fuel as soon as
soon as possible.
Not used
Headlight main beam
indicator light
Headlight dipped beam
indicator light
Windscreen demisting
indicator


       
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INSTRUMENT PANEL(continued)
The presence and operation of the warning lights described below depend on the vehicle equipment and
country.
9Low fuel-level warning
light
It extinguishes as soon
as the engine starts.
If it illuminates or remains
illuminated, fill up with fuel as
soon as possible.
Tell-tale light for
right-hand direction
indicators
Oil pressure warning
light
It should extinguish as
soon as the engine starts; if it
illuminates when you are
driving, stop at once, switch off
the ignition and check the oil
level. If this is normal, call for
the assistance of a Renault
Dealer.9Heater plugs “on”(on
diesel version)and
electronic incident
warning light(on petrol
and diesel versions).
• Heater plugs “on”
(on diesel version)
With the ignition key in
position M, this light should
illuminate. It indicates that
the heater plugs are switched
on. It goes out as soon as
preheating is sufficient and
the engine may be started.
•Electronic incident warning
light(on petrol and diesel
versions)
If it illuminates when you are
driving, it indicates an
electric or electronic fault.
Consult your Renault Dealer
as soon as possible.9Coolant temperature
warning light
It extinguishes as
soon as the engine starts. If it
illuminates when you are
driving, stop and let the engine
idle for a minute or two. The
temperature should drop. If it
does not, stop the engine and
check the coolant level (having
let the engine cool down). Call
for the assistance of a Renault
Dealer if necessary.
Battery charging
warning light
It should extinguish
as soon as the engine starts.
If it illuminates when you are
driving, it indicates that the
circuit is overcharging or
discharged. Stop and have the
circuit checked.

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Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet ................................................................................................................................................................ 4.02
Engine oil level .................................................................................................................................... 4.03
¬4.07
Oil changes: Engine .......................................................................................................................................... 4.07
Levels: Brake fluid ............................................................................................................................................ 4.08
Coolant .................................................................................................................................................. 4.09
Battery ................................................................................................................................................... 4.10
Power steering pump .......................................................................................................................... 4.10
Screen washer reservoir ...................................................................................................................... 4.11
Air filter ............................................................................................................................................................. 4.11
Bodywork maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 4.12 - 4.13
Interior trim maintenance ................................................................................................................................ 4.14

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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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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
• 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.

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
AABS .......................................................................... 2.14
Accessories - installation ....................................... 5.28
Accessories .............................................................. 5.28
Additional driving lights ........................................ 5.12
Adjusting the driver's position ................... 1.13 - 1.14
Air bag ......................................................... 1.15
¬1.20
Air conditioning ................... 3.02 - 3.03 - 3.10¬3.14
Air filter .................................................................... 4.12
Air vents ....................................................... 3.02 - 3.03
Anti-lock braking system ....................................... 2.14
Anti-pollution (advice) .............................. 2.06
¬2.08
Ashtrays ................................................................... 3.24
Automatic transmission (use) .................... 2.10
¬2.12
Automatic transmission selector lever ..... 2.10¬2.12
BBattery ................................................ 4.10 - 5.18 - 5.19
Bodywork (maintenance) ............................. 4.12 - 4.13
Bonnet ...................................................................... 4.02
Brake fluid ............................................................... 4.08
Bulbs (changing) ......................................... 5.10
¬5.17
Buzzer (lights on) ......................................... 1.04 - 1.55
CCapacity of mechanical components .......... 4.07 - 4.09
Catalytic converter (special points) ....................... 2.04
Catalytic converter .................................................. 2.04
Central door locking ......................... 1.02 - 1.03 - 1.05
Changing a wheel ................................................... 5.05
Changing bulbs ........................................... 5.10
¬5.17
Child booster seat ....................................... 1.24¬1.28
Childproof locks 1.04 - 1.19 - 1.24¬1.30 - 3.17 - 3.20
Children ........... 1.04 - 1.19 - 1.24¬1.30 - 3.17 - 3.20
Cigar lighter ............................................................. 3.24
Clock ........................................................................ 1.31
Controls ....................................................... 1.32
¬1.35
Coolant ..................................................................... 4.09
Courtesy lights .............................................. 3.15 - 3.16Ddashboard .................................................... 1.32
¬1.35
Demisting: Windscreen ........................................... 1.57
Rear screen ........................................... 1.57
Dimensions .............................................................. 6.13
Dipstick ....................................................... 4.03
¬4.06
Direction indicators ..... 1.62 - 5.10 - 5.11 - 5.13 - 5.15
Door locking ............................................... 1.03
¬1.06
Doors ............................................................. 1.04 - 1.05
Driver's layout ..................... 1.32
¬1.35 - 1.50¬1.52
Driving ......................................................... 2.02¬2.12
EEmbellisher spanner .................................... 5.03 - 5.04
Embellishers ............................................................ 5.04
Emergency spare wheel .......................................... 5.02
Engine (technical specifications) ........................... 6.05
Engine coolant ......................................................... 4.09
Engine immobiliser ...................................... 1.07 - 1.08
Engine oil .................................................... 4.03
¬4.07
Engine specifications .............................................. 6.05
Environment ............................................................ 2.09
External lighting and signals ..................... 1.56
¬1.58
External temperature .............................................. 1.31
FFaults (operating faults) ............................. 5.29
¬5.34
Fitting a radio .......................................................... 5.27
Fog lights ...................................................... 1.56 - 5.12
Front seat adjustment .................................. 1.11 - 1.12
Front seat belt pretensioners .................................. 1.15
Front seats (adjustment) ............................ 1.09
¬1.12
Fuel (advice on economy) ......................... 2.06¬2.08
Fuel (filling) ............................................................ 1.64
Fuel (grade) ................................................... 1.64 - 6.05
Fuel cut-off in the event of a
severe impact ...................................................... 5.23