RENAULT CLIO 2003 X65 / 2.G Owners Manual

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FITTING A RADIO
Radio installation1
Unclip and remove the cover. The
aerial, + and – supply connectors
and left and right speaker wires are
fixed to the rear face of the cover.
Front speakers
Unclip cover2using a flat blade
screwdriver type tool at the arrows.Remove the two screws3and then
take off the protective card to reach
the speaker wires.
• In all cases, follow the manufacturer’s fitting instructions carefully.
• The specifications of the supports and wires (available as a Renault parts accessory) vary depending on equipment
level of your vehicle and the type of radio.
To find out their reference, consult your Renault Dealer.
• Any operation on (or modification to) the electrical system must be performed by a Renault Dealer since incorrect
connections might damage the electrical installations or any components connected to it.

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ACCESSORIES
Using mobile phones and
CB equipment.
Mobile phone equipment
with integrated aerials may
cause interference to the original
electronic systems fitted to the
vehicle: we recommend that you
only use equipment with an
exterior aerial.
Furthermore, we remind you of
the need to conform to the
legislation in force concerning the
use of such equipment.After-sales installation of
non-electrical accessories
(roof bars, towing
attachments, etc.)
Accessories approved by Renault
are based on a strict specification
and are regularly tested. We would
recommend that you use approved
accessories (particularly where
these affect safety) because they are
particularly reliable and
appropriate for your vehicle.
After-sales installation of electric
or electronic accessories
•Any work on the electric circuit
of the vehicle must be carried out
by Renault network engineers: if
the system is connected
incorrectly, it may result in
damage being caused to the
electrical installation and/or the
units connected to it.
• If the vehicle is retrofitted with
any electrical equipment, make
sure that the unit is correctly
protected by a fuse. Ask for
information on the rating and
position of this fuse.

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OPERATING FAULTS
Your vehicle should not be affected by faults 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 FAULTS(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.
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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 FAULTS(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 FAULTS(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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OPERATING FAULTS(continued)
Electrical equipment CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
• The wipers do not work. Wiper blades stuck. Release the blades before use.
Fuse blown (intermittent, park). Replace the fuse.
Motor faulty. Consult a Renault Dealer.
• Indicators flash more rapidly. - Bulb blown. Replace the bulb.
• Direction indicators
not flashing.On one side: - bulb blown. Replace the bulb.
- feed wire disconnected or connector
out of position.Reconnect the wire.
- faulty earth. Find the earth wire which is secured
to a metal component, scrape the end
of the earth wire and refit it carefully.
On both sides: - fuse blown. Replace the fuse.
- flasher unit faulty. Replace: consult a Renault Dealer.

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OPERATING FAULTS(continued)
Electrical equipment CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
• Headlights
do not work.On one side: - bulb blown. Replace the bulb.
- feed wire disconnected or connector
out of position.Check and reconnect the wire or the
connector.
- faulty earth. See above.
On both sides: - if the circuit is protected by a fuse. Check and replace the fuse if necessary.
• Traces of condensation in the lights. This is not a fault. The presence of
traces of condensation in the lights is
a natural phenomenon concerned
with variations in temperature.
These traces will disappear quickly
once the lights are in use.

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Section 6: Technical specifications
Identification plates ............................................................................................................................. 6.02¬6.04
Engine specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 6.05
Weights .................................................................................................................................................. 6.06
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Towing weights .................................................................................................................................... 6.06
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Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................................ 6.15
Replacement parts ............................................................................................................................................ 6.16

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IDENTIFICATION PLATES
The information on the vehicle
identification plateA(right hand
side) must be quoted when writing
or ordering partsA- Vehicle identification plate
1Vehicle type and chassis number.
(Number repeated on a plate
mounted on the dashboard at the
base of the windscreen)
2Maximum permissible all up
weight.
3Maximum permissible total train
weight (= vehicle loaded and
towing a trailer).
4Maximum permissible front axle
loading.
5Maximum permissible rear axle
loading.6Technical specifications of the
vehicle.
7Paint code.
8Equipment level.
9Vehicle type.
10Trim code.
11Additional equipment definition
code.
12Fabrication number.
13Interior matching trim code.