snow chains RENAULT MEGANE RS 2012 X95 / 3.G Owners Manual
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Dispositifs de correction de conduite (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Traction  control  (A.S.R.)  offers  addi - 
tional  safety;  it  is  recommended  that 
you do not drive with the function disa- 
bled.  Correct  this  as  soon  as  possible 
by pressing switch  1 again.
Note:   the  function  is  reactivated  auto - 
matically  when  the  ignition  is  switched 
on  or  when  a  speed  of  approximately 
24 mph (40 km/h) is exceeded.
Emergency brake assist
This  system  supplements  the  ABS 
and  helps  reduce  vehicle  stopping  dis- 
tances.
Operating principle
The  system  is  for  detecting  an  emer - 
gency  braking  situation.  In  this  case, 
the braking assistance immediately de- 
velops  maximum  power  and  may  trig - 
ger ABS regulation.
ABS  braking  is  maintained  as  long  as 
the brake pedal is applied.
Hazard warning lights switching on
Depending  on  the  vehicle,  these  may 
light  up  in  the  event  of  sudden  decel - 
eration.
Operating faults
When  the  system  detects  an  operat - 
ing  fault  the  message  “ Check  brak- 
ing  system”  appears  on  the  instrument 
panel  along  with  the 
©  warning 
light.
Consult an approved dealer.
braking anticipation
Depending  on  the  vehicle,  when  you 
rapidly  release  the  accelerator,  the 
system  anticipates  the  braking  ma - 
noeuvre  in  order  to  reduce  stopping 
distances.
Special cases
When using the cruise control:
–  if you use the accelerator, when you 
release  it,  the  system  may  be  trig - 
gered;
–  if you do not use the accelerator, the 
system will not be triggered.
DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES/AIDS (3/4)
Disabling the A.S.R. function
In  some  situations  (driving  on  very  wet 
ground: snow, mud, etc. or driving with 
snow  chains  fitted),  the  system  may 
reduce the engine output to limit wheel - 
spin. If this is not required, it is possible 
to  deactivate  the  function  by  pressing 
switch 1.
The  message  “ Traction  control  off ”  is 
displayed  on  the  instrument  panel  to 
inform you.
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Pression de gonflage des pneumatiques (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Tyre Pressure
tyRe pReSSURe
The  tyre  pressure  is  indicated  on 
label  A   affixed  to  the  edge  of  the  driv -
er’s door. Open the door to read it.
B :  dimension  of  the  tyres  fitted  to  the 
vehicle.
C :  tyre  pressures  for  the  front  wheels 
(non-motorway).
D :  tyre  pressures  for  the  rear  wheels 
(non-motorway).
E :  tyre  pressures  for  the  front  wheels 
(motorway). F
:  tyre  pressures  for  the  rear  wheels 
(motorway).
G :  tyre  pressure  for  the  emergency 
spare wheel.
H: emergency spare wheel tyre dimen -
sion if different to the four tyres fitted to 
the vehicle.
t yre  safety  and  use  of  snow 
chains
Refer  to  the  information  on  “Tyres” 
in  Section  5  for  the  servicing  con -
ditions  and,  depending  on  the  ver -
sion, the use of chains.
Special note
For  vehicles  used  fully  laden 
( m a x i m u m   p e r m i s s i b l e   a l l - u p 
weight)  and  towing  a  trailer.   The 
maximum  speed  must  be  limited 
to  60  mph  (100  km/h)  and  the  tyre 
pressure increased by  0.2 bar.
Refer to the information on “Weights” 
in Section 6.
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When they need to be replaced, only tyres of the same make, size, type 
and profile should be used.
t yres  fitted  to  the  vehicle  should  either  be  identical  to  those  fitted 
originally  or  conform  to  those  recommended  by  your  approved 
dealer.  
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puncture ................................................ (up to the end of the DU)
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Roue de secours (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Puncture
Emergency spare wheel
Puncture, emergency sP are wheel
special note:
The  Tyre  Pressure  Monitor  function 
does  not  check  the  emergency  spare 
wheel (the wheel replaced by the emer-
gency spare wheel disappears from the 
instrument panel display).
Refer  to  the  information  on  the  “Tyre 
pressure monitor” in Section 2.In the event of a puncture, 
depending on the vehicle, 
you will have:
An  emergency  spare  wheel  or  tyre  in -
flation kit (refer to the information on the 
following pages).
emergency spare wheel
This is located in the luggage compart-
ment. To access it:
–  open the tailgate;
–  depending  on  the  vehicle,  unscrew 
the anchorage points;
–  fold  back  the  luggage  compartment 
carpet using tab  1;
–  unscrew the central mounting;
–  remove the emergency spare wheel.
If the emergency spare wheel has been stored for several years, have it checked by your Dealer to ensure that it is 
safe to use.
Vehicles fitted with an emergency spare wheel smaller than the four other\
 wheels:
–  Never fit more than one emergency spare wheel to the same vehicle.
–  Replace the emergency spare wheel as soon as possible with a wheel with the same dimensions as the original.
–  When this is fitted to the vehicle, which must only be a temporary measure, the driving speed must not exceed the speed 
indicated on the label on the wheel.
–  Fitting an emergency spare wheel may alter the way the vehicle usually runs. Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration and 
reduce your speed when cornering.
–  If you need to use snow chains, fit the emergency spare wheel to the rear axle and check the tyre pressure.
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Pneumatiques (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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tyre pressuresAdhere to the tyre pressures (including 
the  emergency  spare  wheel).  The  tyre 
pressures  should  be  checked  at  least 
once  a  month  and  additionally  before 
any  long  journey  (refer  to  the  label  af -
fixed to the edge of the driver’s door). Pressures should be checked when the 
tyres  are  cold;  ignore  higher  pressures 
which  may  be  reached  in  hot  weather 
or following a fast journey.
If  tyre  pressures  cannot  be  checked 
when  the  tyres  are 
cold,  the  normal 
pressures  must  be  increased  by  0.2  to 
0.3 bar (or 3 PsI).
never deflate a hot tyre.
special note
Depending  on  the  vehicle,  there  may 
be  an  adapter  which  needs  to  be  posi-
tioned on the valve before air is added.Fitting new tyres
emergency spare wheel
Refer  to  the  information  on  the 
“Emergency  spare  wheel”  and  in -
structions  on  “Changing  a  wheel”  in 
Section 5.
tyres (2/3)
Incorrect  tyre  pressures 
lead  to  abnormal  tyre  wear 
and  unusually  hot  running. 
These  are  factors  which 
may seriously affect safety and lead 
to:
–  poor road holding,
–  risk  of  bursting  or  tread  separa -
tion.
The  pressure  depends  on  the  load 
and  the  speed  of  use.  Adjust  the 
pressure  according  to  the  condi -
tions of use (refer to the label affixed 
to the edge of the driver’s door).
Please  be  aware  that  a 
poorly  tightened  or  miss -
ing valve cap can make the 
tyres  less  airtight  and  lead 
to pressure loss.
Always  use  valve  caps  identical  to 
those  fitted  originally  and  tighten 
them fully.
For safety reasons, this op-
eration  must  be  carried  out 
by a specialist.
Fitting  different  tyres  may 
change your vehicle as follows:
–  It may mean that your vehicle no 
longer  conforms  to  current  regu-
lations;
–  It may change the way it handles 
when cornering;
–  It  may  cause  the  steering  to  be 
heavy;
–  It  may  affect  the  use  of  snow 
chains.  
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Pneumatiques (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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use in winter
chains
For  safety  reasons,  fitting  snow 
chains to the rear axle is strictly for-
bidden.
chains cannot be fitted to tyres which 
are  larger  than  those  originally  fitted  to 
the vehicle.
snow or w inter tyres
We  would  recommend  that  these  be 
fitted  to  all  four  wheels  to  ensure  that 
your  vehicle  retains  maximum  adhe -
sion.
w arning: These tyres sometimes have 
a  specific  direction  of  rotation  and  a 
maximum  speed  index  which  may  be 
lower than the maximum speed of your 
vehicle.
studded tyres
This  type  of  equipment  may  only  be 
used  for  a  limited  period  and  as  laid 
down  by  local  legislation.  It  is  neces -
sary to observe the speed specified by 
current legislation.
These  tyres  must,  at  a  minimum,  be 
fitted to the two front wheels.
tyres (3/3)
Chains  may  only  be  fitted 
to  tyres  of  the  same  size 
as  those  originally  fitted  to 
your vehicle.
Chains  may  be  fitted,  provided  that 
they  are  specific  chains.  We  would 
advise  you  to  consult  an  approved 
Dealer.
In  all  cases,  we  would  recommend 
that you contact an approved dealer 
who  will  be  able  to  advise  you  on 
the  choice  of  equipment  which  is 
most suitable for your vehicle.
changing a wheel
As  the  tyre  pressure  moni -
tor  may  take  several  min -
utes following driving to cor-
rectly determine the positions of the 
wheels  and  the  pressure  values, 
check  the  tyre  pressures  following 
any operation.