maintenance RENAULT CLIO 2003 X65 / 2.G Owners Manual

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Welcome to your new RENAULT
This driver’s handbookcontains all the information you will need:
• to get to know your Renault, to use it to the best advantage and to benefit from all the latest technical developments
which are incorporated in it.
• to ensure that it is always running well by following the simple, but strict, advice concerning regular maintenance.
• to enable you to deal quickly with minor faults which do not require specialist attention.
The few minutes you spend reading this handbook will be amply rewarded by the information which it provides and the
technical innovations it will bring to your attention. If certain points are still unclear, the technicians in our Network will
be happy to provide you with any additional information you may require.
The following symbols are used in this handbook to help you while you are reading it:
To indicate a risk, danger or safety advice.
The description of the models given in this handbook is based on the technical specifications known at the date this
document was produced.The handbook covers all equipment(standard or optional)which is available for these
models, but their presence on the vehicle depends on the version, options selected and country of marketing.
Certain equipment which is due to be made available during the year may also be included in this handbook.
Enjoy driving your new Renault.
Copying or translation, in part or in full, is forbidden without written permission from Renault, 92100 Billancourt 2002.

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CONTENTS
Sections
1
2
3
4
5
6
7Getting to know your car.....................................................................
Driving...............................................................................................................
Your comfort.................................................................................................
Maintenance..................................................................................................
Practical advice...........................................................................................
Technical specifications........................................................................
Alphabetical index....................................................................................

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Tyre inflation pressures when cold(in bar)
Versions1.2
1.2 16V1.4 16V
1.6 16V2.0 16V1.5 dCi
1.9 dCi
Tyre sizes 175/65 R14 T
185/55 R15 H175/65 R14 T
185/55 R15 H195/45 R16 195/50 R15 175/65 R14 T
185/55 R15 H
Normal use(2)
• Front 1.9 2.2 (1) 2.3 2.3 2.2
•Rear 1.822.12.12
Motorway use(2)
• Front 2 2.3 (1) 2.7 2.5 2.3
• Rear 2 2.1 (1) 2.2 2.2 2.1
Wheel sizes5.5 J 14
6.0 J 157 J 16 7 J 16 5.5 J 14
6.0 J 15
Tyre safety and use of chains
Refer to the information on tyres in Section 5 for information on maintenance and, depending on the version, the
conditions under which snow chains may be fitted to the vehicle.
Special features of the 2.0 16V version
The tyres on this vehicle cannot be fitted with chains. If you wish to fit snow chains, you must usespecial equipment.
Consult your Renault Dealer.
(1)Vehicle with automatic transmission:add0.1 bar.
(2)Special note concerning vehicles used under full load(maximum permissible all-up weight)and towing a trailer:
Maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressure increased by0.2 bar(or3PSI).
Refer to the information on weights in Section 6 for more details.

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Tyre pressures when cold(in PSI) (continued)
Versions1.2
1.2 16V1.4 16V
1.6 16V2.0 16V1.5 dCi
1.9 dCi
Tyre sizes 175/65 R14 T
185/55 R15 H175/65 R14 T
185/55 R15 H195/45 R16 195/50 R15 175/65 R14 T
185/55 R15 H
Normal use
•Front 28 32 (1) 33 33 32
•Rear 2629303029
Motorway use(2)
• Front 29 33 (1) 39 36 33
• Rear 28 30 (1) 32 32 30
Wheel sizes5.5 J 14
6.0 J 157 J 16 7 J 16 5.5 J 14
6.0 J 15
Tyre safety and use of chains
Refer to the information on tyres in Section 5 for information on maintenance and, depending on the version, the
conditions under which snow chains may be fitted to the vehicle.
Special features of the 2.0 16V version
The tyres on this vehicle cannot be fitted with chains. If you wish to fit snow chains, you must usespecial equipment.
Consult your Renault Dealer.
(1)Vehicle with automatic transmission:add3PSI.
(2)Special note concerning vehicles used under full load(maximum permissible all-up weight)and towing a trailer:
Maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressure increased by0.2 bar(or3PSI).
Refer to the information on weights in Section 6 for more details.

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ADVICE ON ANTIPOLLUTION AND HOW TO ECONOMISE ON FUEL WHEN DRIVING
RENAULT actively participates in
the reduction of pollutant exhaust
gas emissions and in saving energy.
By virtue of its design, its original
settings and moderate fuel
consumption, your RENAULT
conforms to the current antipollution
standards. Technical design cannot
achieve everything, however. The
level of exhaust gas pollutant
emissions and the fuel
consumption of your vehicle is
within your control. Ensure that
your vehicle is maintained
correctly, and that you drive and use
it carefully.Maintenance
Not observing the antipollution
legislation may lead to the owner of
the vehicle being prosecuted.
Replacing parts of the engine, the
fuel supply system and the exhaust
with parts which are not original
parts recommended by the
manufacturer may mean that your
vehicle no longer conforms to the
antipollution regulations.
Have your vehicle checked and
adjusted by your Renault Dealer in
accordance with the instructions in
your Warranty and Servicing booklet.
Your Renault Dealer has all the
equipment necessary to ensure that
your vehicle is maintained to its
original standard.
Always remember that the emission
of pollutant fumes is directly linked
to fuel consumption.
Engine adjustments
• ignition:this requires no adjustment
• spark plugs:optimum conditions
of use, performance and output
require that the specifications
laid down by our Design
Department be rigorously
adhered to.
If the spark plugs have to be
replaced, use the make, type and
gap specified for your engine.
Consult your Renault Dealer for
this information.
• idle speed:this requires no
adjustment.
• air filter, diesel fuel filter:a
blocked cartridge reduces output
and must be replaced.
• injection pump setting:this must
be set to the recommended values.

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ENVIRONMENT
Your vehicle has been designed with
the aim of caring forthe environment.
• Most versions are fitted with a
depollution system incorporating
thecatalytic converter, oxygen
sensor and active carbon filter
(which prevents fuel vapour
evaporating from the fuel tank
into the open air).
•These vehicles run on unleaded
fuel only.
•your vehicle comprises 87%
recyclable partsand already
contains parts which are made
fromrecycled materials(as marked
on the diagram above).
• 95% of the plastic parts in your
vehicle are marked by a symbol
which allows the principal
component material to be identified.
This marking means that the parts
removed can be sorted more
easily, making recycling of each of
them easier.In addition, your vehicle meets the
requirements of European legislation
concerning the protection of the
environment.
Make your contribution to
environmental protection too !
Do not dispose of parts replaced in
the course of routine vehicle
maintenance (battery, oil filter, air
filter...) and oil cans (empty or filled
with old oil...) with household
waste.
Dispose of them through specialist
organisations. In all cases comply
with local legislation.

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

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LEVELS(continued)
Power assisted steering pump
Frequency of changing:refer to the
Servicing booklet for your vehicle.
Level:The correct level when cold
should be:
- visible between theMinandMax
marks on reservoir1.
For topping up or refilling with oil,
use products approved by
RENAULT's Technical Department.
Battery
The battery does not require any
maintenance. Never open cover2.
Take care when working
in the engine
compartment as the
engine cooling fan may
cutinatanymoment
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 replacement of filter elements
(air filter, passenger compartment
filter, diesel filter, etc.) is
anticipated in the maintenance
operations for 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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BODYWORK MAINTENANCE
Protection against the action of
corrosive agents
Although your vehicle has been
treated with very effective
anti-corrosion products, it is still
subject to the action of:
• corrosives in the atmosphere
- atmospheric pollution (urban
and industrial areas),
- saline atmosphere (near the sea,
particularly in hot weather),
- seasonal and humid climatic
conditions, especially road salt
in winter.
• abrasives
- wind-carried dust and sand, mud,
road grit thrown up by other
vehicles.
• minor impacts
To avoid losing the benefits of this
protection, a minimum number of
precautions should be taken to
ensure against this risk.
What you must not do
• Wash the vehicle in bright sunlight
or in freezing temperatures.
• Scrape off mud or dirt without
pre-wetting.
• Allow external dirt to accumulate.
• Allow rust to form after minor
impacts.
• Use solvents not recommended
by Renault's Technical Department
to remove spots as they may
damage the paintwork.
• Drive frequently in snow or muddy
conditions without periodically
washing the car, particularly
under the wheel arches and under
the body.• Degrease or clean mechanical
components (e.g. engine
compartment), underneath the
bodywork, parts with hinges (e.g.
inside the fuel tank flap, sunroof)
and painted plastic external
fittings (e.g. bumpers) using high
pressure cleaning apparatus or
spraying on products which are
not approved by our Technical
Department as this could give rise
to corrosion or incorrect operation.