Relé RENAULT MEGANE 2000 X64 / 1.G Owners Manual

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1.09
HEAD RESTRAINTS
To raise or lower the head restraint
Pull the head restraint towards you
and slide it up or down at the same
time.
To remove the head restraint
Raise the head restraint until it is at
the highest possible setting. Lift up
tab1and then pull the head
restraintupwardsuntilitis
released.To adjust the angle of the head
restraint
On certain vehicles the angle of the
head restraint can be adjusted. To
do this, move the front sectionAof
the head restraint forwards or
backwards until it feels
comfortable.To refit the head restraint
Insert the rods into the sleeves, with
the notches facing the front.
Lower the head restraint until it
locks in position.
The head restraint is
important for safety.
Ensure that it is in place
and in the correct
position. The distance between
your head and the head restraint
should be as small as possible.
The top of the head should be in
line with the top of the head
restraint.

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FRONT SEATS
To move forwards or backwards:
Lift lever2to unlock the seat.
Release the lever in the required
position and ensure that the seat
is locked in place.
To raise or lower the driver's
seat:
Move lever1.To incline the seatback:
Move lever4and tilt the seatback
until it is in the required position.
To adjust the lumbar support of the
driver’s seat
Turn tumblewheel3.
For safety reasons, only
adjust the seats when the
vehicle is stationary.So that the effectiveness of
the seat belts is not
reduced, we would advise
you not to recline the
seatbacks excessively.
Make sure the seatback is locked in
place correctly.
No objects should be placed on the
floor (area in front of driver) as
such objects may slide under the
pedal during braking manoeuvres,
thus obstructing its use.

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SEAT BELTS(continued)
To fasten
Unwind the beltslowly and
smoothlyand ensure the buckle3
locks into the catch5(check it is
locked by pulling on the buckle3).
If the belt jams, allow it to return
slightly before attempting to
unwind it again.
To fasten(continued)
If your belt becomes completely
jammed:
- Pull the belt slowly but firmly so
that just over an inch (3 cm)
unwinds.
- Then allow the belt to rewind
automatically.
-Unwinditagain.
- If the problem persists, consult
your Renault Dealer.
To release
Press button4on the catch5and the
seat belt will be returned by the
inertia reel.
Hold the buckle to help the
operation.

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1.29
DRIVER’S LAYOUT, LEFT-HAND DRIVE(continued)
The equipment fitted, described below, depends on the version, option and country.
1Demister outlet for left-hand
side window
2Stalk for:
• Direction indicators
• External lighting
• Front fog lights
• Rear fog lights
•Horn
3Control instruments
4Driver's air bag location
5Radio satellite control
6• Stalk for windscreen and rear
screen wash/wipe
• Computer information
readout control
7Centre air vents
8Clock, radio, temperature,
navigation system, tyre
pressure monitoring system
display or storage
compartment, depending on
vehicle9Warning lights for:
• Driver's seat belt not fastened
• Door(s) and boot lid open
10Switches for:
• Hazard warning lights
• Electric door locking
11Storage compartment or
position of passenger air bag
12Demister outlet for side
window
13Side vent and control for
opening/closing
14Glove box
15Controls for rear screen
de-icing
16Air conditioning controls
17Gear lever
18Handbrake
19Bonnet release20Ashtray and cigarette lighter
21Radio location
22Ignition switch
23Horn
24Steering wheel height adjuster
25Fuse box
26Bonnet release
27Controls for:
• Electric headlight beam
adjustment
• Storage and retainer for small
cards
• Instrument panel lighting
dimmer
• Rear electric window winder
locking
• Heated seats
or storage compartment
28Side vent and control for
opening/closing

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1.31
DRIVER’S LAYOUT, RIGHT-HAND DRIVE(continued)
The equipment fitted, described below, depends on the version, option and country.
1Demister outlet for left-hand
side window
2Storage compartment or
position of passenger air bag
3Centre air vents
4Clock, radio, temperature,
navigation system, tyre pressure
monitoring system display
or storage compartment,
depending on vehicle
5Warning lights for:
• Driver's seat belt not fastened
• door(s) open
6Switches for:
• Hazard warning lights
• Central door locking.
7Stalk for:
• Direction indicators
• External lighting
• Front fog lights
• Rear fog lights
8Control instruments9Driver's air bag location
10Radio satellite
11• Windscreen wash/wipe stalk
• Computer information
readout control
12Demister outlet for side
window
13Side vent and control for
opening/closing
14Controls for:
• Electric headlight beam
adjustment
• Storage and retainer for small
cards
• Instrument panel lighting
dimmer
• Rear electric window winder
locking
• Heated seats
or storage compartment
15Control for bonnet release
16Fuse box17Ignition switch
18Horn
19Steering wheel height adjuster
20Controls for rear screen
de-icing
21Air conditioning controls
22Gear lever
23Handbrake
24Bonnet release
25Ashtray and cigarette lighter
26Radio location
27Glove box
28Side vent and control for
opening/closing

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HORN AND WARNING LIGHTS
Horn
Press buttons1or2on the steering
wheel bossA.
Headlight flasher
Pull stalk3towards you at right
angles to flash the headlights, even
if the lights are not in use.
“Hazard” warning lights
Press switch4.
This switch illuminates all four
direction indicators simultaneously.
It is to be used to warn other road
users if you:
• are obliged to stop for any reason
beyond your control in a
forbidden location,
• are obliged to drive under
particular conditions.
Direction indicators
Move stalk3parallel to the steering
wheel and in the direction you are
going to turn.
When driving on a motorway, the
steering wheel is not usually turned
sufficiently to return the stalk
to0automatically. There is an
intermediate position in which the
stalk may be held when changing
lanes.
It will return automatically to0
when released.

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2.02
RUNNING IN IGNITION SWITCH
For the first625 miles (1000 km)do
not exceed 70 mph (130 km/h) in
the highest gear or 3000 to
3500 rpm.
On completion of625 miles
(1000 km)you may use your car
normally. However, it is only after
1500 miles (3000 km) have been
covered that you may reasonably
expect full performance.
Service intervals:Refer to your
servicing booklet for details about
service intervals.
“Stop” position (St) and anti-theft
lock applied
To lock: remove the key and turn
steering wheel slightly until the
latch engages in the steering
column.
To unlock: turn key and steering
wheel slightly.
“Auxiliaries” position A
The ignition is switched off. Any
auxiliaries fitted will still have a
current supply (example: radio).“Ignition on” position M
The ignition is switched on: the
engine may be started.
“Start position” D
If the engine fails to start at the first
attempt, the key must be turned
back before the starter can be
activated again. Release the key as
soon as the engine starts.

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STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE
Starting the engine
In the case of an automatic
transmission
Refer to the information on
automatic transmissions in section 2.
Special feature on vehicles equipped
with an engine immobiliser system
In very cold conditions (temperatures
below –20°C): so that it is easier to
start the engine, switch on the
ignition for several secondsbefore
starting the engine.
Make sure the engine immobiliser is
not activated (see section 1 on the
engine immobiliser).
Petrol injection
Turn the key to the “start” position
without accelerating.
Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.If there is a child (or
animal) in the car, never
leave it unattended with
the key in the ignition.
With the key in the ignition it
would be possible to operate
electrical equipment such as the
windows and there is a risk that the
child may be seriously injured (by
trapping his or her neck, arm,
hand, etc.).
Never switch off the ignition before
the vehicle has stopped completely.
Once the engine has stopped, the
power steering, brake servo and
passive safety devices such as air
bags and pretensioners will no
longer operate. When the key has
been removed, the steering will
lock.
Stopping the engine
With the engine at idling, turn the key
back to the “stop” position.

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2.05
GEAR LEVER HANDBRAKE POWER STEERING
To select reverse
(vehicle stationary)
Move the lever to neutral, then
position the lever in reverse.
Ring1has to be lifted up to the gear
lever knob to select reverse gear.
The reversing lights will illuminate
as soon as reverse gear is selected
(ignition on).To release:
Pull the lever up slightly, press
button2and then lower the lever to
the floor.
Theredwarninglightonthe
instrument panel will illuminate if
you are driving with an incorrectly
released handbrake.
To apply:
Pull the lever up.
The lever should travel about 10
notches to hold the car. Your vehicle
is fitted with self-adjusting rear
brake shoes and the handbrake
should only be adjusted during a
brake overhaul.
When the vehicle is
stationary, make sure
that the handbrake is
properly applied so that
the vehicle does not move
unintentionally.
Make sure the handbrake is
properly released when driving,
otherwise overheating may
occur.When power assisted steering is
fitted, never leave the steering
wheel on full lock when the vehicle
is parked as this may damage the
pump.
Never switch off the
ignition when travelling
downhill, and avoid
doing so when driving in
general (power steering and
brake servo will not function).

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2.07
ADVICE ON ANTI-POLLUTION AND HOW TO ECONOMISE ON FUEL(continued)
Monitoring exhaust gas
The exhaust gas monitoring system
will detect any malfunctioning of
the vehicle’s exhaust gas
depollution system.
If this system malfunctions, toxic
substances may be released into the
atmosphere or mechanical damage
may occur.
This warning light on the
instrument panel will
indicate if there are any
problems with the system.
It illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes
within 3 seconds.
- If it illuminates continuously,
consult your Renault Dealer as
soon as possible.
- If it flashes, reduce the engine
speed until the light stops
flashing. Consult your Renault
Dealer as soon as possible.
Driving
•Drive carefully for the first few
miles until the engine reaches its
normal operating temperature.
• Speed is expensive.
• “Snappy” driving uses a lot of
fuel: drive with a “light right
foot”.• Take your foot off the accelerator
pedal to slow down rather than
use the brakes wastefully and
judge the road well in advance.
• Avoid fierce acceleration.
•Donotoverrevtheengineinthe
intermediate gears.
Always use the highest ratio
possible without labouring the
engine.
On versions with an automatic
transmission, it is preferable to
keep your the gear lever inD.
•Donottrytomaintainthesame
speed up a hill; accelerate no
more than you would on the level.
Keep your foot in the same
position on the accelerator pedal.
• Double declutching and
accelerating before switching off
are superfluous actions in
modern cars.
• Bad weather, flooded roads
Do not drive through
floods if the depth of
water is above the lower
edge of the wheel rims.