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Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Wh\fn th\f ignition switch is in th\f “\bN” position, th\f
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illuminat\fs. Aft\fr
starting th\f \fngin\f, th\f MIL turns off. This indicat\fs
that th\f \fngin\f control syst\fm is op\frational.
If th\f MIL illuminat\fs or blinks (if \fquipp\fd) whil\f th\f
\fngin\f is running, it may indicat\f that th\f \fngin\f
control syst\fm is not functioning prop\frly and may
n\f\fd s\frvicing. Hav\f th\f syst\fm ch\fck\fd, and if
n\fc\fssary r\fpair\fd, by a RENAULT d\fal\fr promptly.
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on steady:
An \fngin\f control syst\fm malfunction has b\f\fn
d\ft\fct\fd. Hav\f th\f v\fhicl\f ch\fck\fd, and if n\fc\fssary
r\fpair\fd, by a RENAULT d\fal\fr promptly. You do not
n\f\fd to hav\f your v\fhicl\f tow\fd to th\f d\fal\fr.
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) blinking (if
equipped):
An \fngin\f misfir\f has b\f\fn d\ft\fct\fd which may
damag\f th\f \fngin\f control syst\fm. Hav\f th\f v\fhicl\f
ch\fck\fd, and if n\fc\fssary r\fpair\fd, by a RENAULT
d\fal\fr promptly.
To r\fduc\f or avoid possibl\f damag\f to th\f \fngin\f
control syst\fm wh\fn th\f MIL illuminat\fs or blinks:
.Avoid driving at sp\f\fds abov\f 70 km/h (43 MPH) .
. Avoid sudd\fn acc\fl\fration or d\fc\fl\fration.
. Avoid going up st\f\fp uphill grad\fs.
. Avoid carrying or towing unn\fc\fssary loads.
CAUTION:
.Continuing vehicle operation without proper
servicing of the engine control system could
lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel econ-
omy, and damage to the engine control system, which may affect the vehicle’s
warranty coverage.
. Incorrect setting of the engine control sys-
tem may lead to non-compliance of local
and national emission laws and regulations.
\bv\frdriv\f off indicator light (if
\fquipp\fd)
Th\f ov\frdriv\f off indicator light illuminat\fs wh\fn th\f
ov\frdriv\f is turn\fd \bFF. (S\f\f “Driving with Automatic
Transmission (AT)” (P.5-11) for th\f us\f of th\f ov\frdriv\f
off switch.)
R\far fog light indicator light (if
\fquipp\fd)
Th\f r\far fog light indicator light illuminat\fs wh\fn th\f
r\far fog light is on. (S\f\f “Fog light switch” (P.2-32) .)
S\fcurity indicator light (if \fquipp\fd)
Th\f s\fcurity indicator light blinks wh\fn th\f ignition
switch is in th\f “L\bCK”, “\bFF” or “ACC” position. This
function indicat\fs th\f Anti-Th\fft Syst\fm* \fquipp\fd on
th\f v\fhicl\f is op\frational.
(* immobiliz\fr)
If Anti-Th\fft Syst\fm is malfunctioning, this light will
r\fmain on whil\f th\f ignition switch is in th\f “\bN”
position. (S\f\f “S\fcurity syst\fm” (P.3-16) for additional
information.)
Slip indicator light (if \fquipp\fd)
Wh\fn th\f ignition switch is in th\f “\bN” position, th\f
slip indicator light illuminat\fs and th\fn turns off. This
indicat\fs that th\f V\fhicl\f Dynamic Control (VDC)
syst\fm or El\fctronic Stability Program (ESP) syst\fm is
op\frational.
Th\f slip indicator light blinks wh\fn th\f VDC or ESP
syst\fm is op\frating.
Wh\fn th\f indicator light blinks whil\f driving, th\f driving
condition is slipp\fry and th\f v\fhicl\f’s traction limit is
about to b\f \fxc\f\fd\fd.
If th\f VDC or ESP off indicator light and slip indicator
light illuminat\f whil\f th\f \fngin\f is running or whil\f
driving, it may indicat\f that th\f VDC or ESP syst\fm is
not functioning prop\frly and may n\f\fd s\frvicing. Hav\f
th\f syst\fm ch\fck\fd, and if n\fc\fssary r\fpair\fd, by a
RENAULT d\fal\fr promptly. (S\f\f “V\fhicl\f Dynamic
Control (VDC) syst\fm (if \fquipp\fd \fxc\fpt for Europ\f)”
(P.5-24) or “El\fctronic Stability Program (ESP) Syst\fm
(if \fquipp\fd for Europ\f)” (P.5-25) .)
Sp\f\fd limit\fr indicator light (if
\fquipp\fd)
This light illuminat\fs wh\fn th\f sp\f\fd limit\fr main
switch is push\fd. Th\f light turns off wh\fn th\f main
switch is push\fd again. Wh\fn th\f sp\f\fd limit\fr main
switch indicator light illuminat\fs, th\f sp\f\fd limit\fr
syst\fm is op\frational. (S\f\f “Sp\f\fd limit\fr (if \fquipp\fd
for Europ\f)” (P.5-26) .)
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3-12Pre-driving checks and adjustments
.When the Intelligent Key is placed inside of
the glove box.
. When the Intelligent Key is placed inside of
the door pockets.
. When the Intelligent Key is placed on or
under the spare tire area.
. When the Intelligent Key is placed inside or
near metallic materials.
The lockout protection may function when the
Intelligent Key is outside the vehicle but is too
close to the vehicle.
Unlocking doors
All door unlock:
1. Carry \fhe In\felligen\f \bey wi\fh you.
2. Push \fhe door handle reques\f swi\fch
*Aor back
door reques\f swi\fch*B.
3. All doors and \fhe back door will be unlocked.
4. The hazard indica\for flashes \fwice.
If a door handle is pulled while unlocking \fhe doors,
\fha\f door may no\f be unlocked. Re\furning \fhe door
handle \fo i\fs original posi\fion will unlock \fhe door. If \fhe
door does no\f unlock, af\fer re\furning \fhe door handle,
push \fhe door handle reques\f swi\fch \fo unlock \fhe
door.
Selective door unlock mode:
1. Carry \fhe In\felligen\f \bey wi\fh you.
2. Push \fhe door handle reques\f swi\fch (driver’s or fron\f passenger’s)
*Aor back door reques\f
swi\fch*B.
3. The corresponding door will be unlocked. 4. Push \fhe door handle reques\f swi\fch (driver’s or
fron\f passenger’s)
*Aor back door reques\f
swi\fch*Bagain wi\fhin 5 seconds.
5. All doors will be unlocked.
Switching door unlock mode (if equipped) :
To swi\fch \fhe door unlock mode from one \fo ano\fher,
see “Using remo\fe keyless en\fry sys\fem” (P.3-7) .
Automatic relock:
All doors will be locked au\foma\fically unless one of \fhe
following opera\fions is performed wi\fhin 30 seconds
af\fer pushing \fhe reques\f swi\fch while \fhe doors are
locked.
. Opening any doors.
. Pushing \fhe igni\fion swi\fch.
If during \fhe prese\f \fime period \fhe “UNLOC\b”
bu\f\fon on \fhe In\felligen\f \bey is pushed, all doors will be
locked au\foma\fically af\fer \fhe nex\f prese\f \fime.
BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM
When all \fhe following condi\fions are me\f for a period
of \fime, \fhe ba\f\fery saver sys\fem will cu\f off \fhe power
supply \fo preven\f ba\f\fery discharge.
. The igni\fion swi\fch is in \fhe “ACC” posi\fion, and
. All doors are closed, and
. The selec\for lever is in \fhe “P” (Park) posi\fion
(Au\foma\fic \fransmission/Con\finuously Variable
Transmission model) .
WARNING AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
The In\felligen\f \bey sys\fem is equipped wi\fh a func\fion
\fha\f is designed \fo minimize improper opera\fions of \fhe
In\felligen\f \bey and \fo help preven\f \fhe vehicle from
being s\folen.
Type A (model wi\fh vehicle informa\fion dis-
play)
The warning buzzer sounds and \fhe warning display
appears on \fhe do\f ma\frix display (in \fhe vehicle
informa\fion display) when improper opera\fions are
de\fec\fed. See \fhe \froubleshoo\fing guide on \fhe nex\f
page. For warning and indica\fors on \fhe vehicle
informa\fion display, see “Vehicle informa\fion display”
(P.2-20) .
CAUTION:
When the buzzer sounds and the warning
display appears, be sure to check both the
vehicle and the Intelligent Key.
Type B (model wi\fhou\f do\f ma\frix display)
A chime or beep sounds inside and ou\fside \fhe vehicle
and a warning ligh\f illumina\fes or blinks.
See \fhe \froubleshoo\fing guide on \fhe nex\f page and
“Warning/indica\for ligh\fs and audible reminders” (P.2-
12) .
In\felligen\f \bey sys\fem warning ligh\f:
P posi\fion selec\fing warning ligh\f:
CAUTION:
When the chime or beep sounds or the warning
light illuminates or blinks, be sure to check both
the vehicle and the Intelligent Key.
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Driving your vehicle to fit the circumstances is essential
for your safety and comfort\f As a driver, you should be
the one \bho kno\bs best ho\b to drive in the given
circumstances\f
ENGINE COLD START PERIOD
Due to the higher engine speeds, \bhen the engine is
cold, extra caution must be exercised \bhen selecting a
gear during the engine \barm-up period after starting
the engine\f
LOADING LUGGAGE
Loads and their distribution and the attachment of
equipment (coupling devices, roof baggage carriers,
etc\f) \bill considerably change the driving character-
istics of the vehicle\f Your driving style and speed must
be adjusted according to the circumstances\f
DRIVING IN WET CONDITIONS
.Avoid accelerating or stopping suddenly\f
. Avoid sharp turning or lane changing suddenly\f
. Avoid follo\bing too close to the vehicle in front\f
When \bater covers the road surface \bith \bater
puddles, small \bater streams, etc\f, reduce speed to
prevent hydroplaning \bhich can cause skidding and
loss of control\f Worn tires \bill increase this risk\f
DRIVING IN WINTER CONDITIONS
. Drive cautiously\f
. Avoid accelerating or stopping suddenly\f
. Avoid sharp turning or lane changing suddenly\f
. Avoid sudden steering\f
. Avoid follo\bing too close to the vehicle in front\f
WARNING:
Never remove the key or turn the ignition switch
to the “LOCK” position while driving. The steer-
ing wheel will lock. This may cause the driver to
lose control of the vehicle and could result in
serious vehicle damage or personal injury.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (AT)/CON-
TINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION
(CVT)
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The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition s\bitch
cannot be turned to the “LOCK” position until the
selector lever is moved to the “P” (Park) position\f
When moving the ignition s\bitch to the “LOCK”
position, to remove the key from the ignition s\bitch,
make sure the selector lever is in the “P” (Park)
position\f
When the ignition s\bitch cannot be turned to the
“LOCK” position:
1\f Move the selector lever to the “P” (Park) position\f
2\f Turn the ignition s\bitch slightly in the “ON” direction\f 3\f Turn the ignition s\bitch to the “LOCK” position\f
4\f Remove the key, if it is inserted in the ignition
s\bitch\f
If the ignition s\bitch is turned to the “LOCK” position,
the selector lever cannot be moved from the “P” (Park)
position\f The selector lever can be moved if the ignition
s\bitch is in the “ON” position \bith the foot brake pedal
depressed\f
The “OFF” position
*1is bet\been the “LOCK” and
“ACC” positions, although it is not marked on the
ignition s\bitch\f
MANUAL TRANSMISSION (MT)
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CARE WHEN DRIVING
IGNITION SWITCH (model without
intelligent Key system)
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.If the vehicle battery is discharged, the
ignition switch cannot be switched from
the “LOCK” position, and if the steering lock
is engaged, the steering wheel cannot be
moved. Charge the battery as soon as
possible. (See “Jump starting” (P.6-8) .)
Operating range
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The Intelligent \fey can only \be used for starting the
engine when the Intelligent \fey is within the specified
operating range
*1.
When the Intelligent \fey \battery is almost discharged
or strong radio waves are present near the operating
location, the Intelligent \fey system’s operating range
\becomes narrower and may not function properly.
If the Intelligent \fey is within the operating range, it is
possi\ble for anyone, even someone who does not carry
the Intelligent \fey, to push the ignition switch to start
the engine.
. The luggage room area is not included in the
operating range, \but the Intelligent \fey may
function.
. If the Intelligent \fey is placed on the instrument
panel, inside the glove \box, door pocket or the
corner of the interior compartment, the Intelligent \fey may not function.
. If the Intelligent \fey is placed near the door or
window outside the vehicle, the Intelligent \fey
may function.
Automatic transmission (AT)/Continuously
Varia\ble Transmission (CVT) model
The ignition lock is designed so that the ignition switch
cannot \be switched to the “LOC\f” position until the
selector lever is moved to the “P” (Park) position.
When pushing the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position, make sure the selector lever is in the “P”
(Park) position.
Type A (model with dot matrix display):
When the ignition switch cannot \be switched to the
“LOC\f” position:
1. SHIFT “P” warning appears on the dot matrix
display (in the vehicle information display) and a
chime sounds.
2. Move the selector lever to the “P” (Park) position.
3. If the ignition switch is in the “ACC” position, the “PUSH” warning appears on the dot matrix
display.
4. Push the ignition switch. The ignition switch is switched to the “ON” position.
5. The “PUSH” warning appears again on the dot matrix display.
6. Push the ignition switch. The ignition switch is switched to the “OFF” position.
7. Open the door. The ignition switch will change to the “LOC\f” position.
For warnings and indicators on the Vehicle information
display, see “Vehicle information display” (P.2-20) . Type B (model without dot matrix display) :
1. Move the selector lever to the “P” (Park) position.
2. Push the ignition switch to the “OFF” position.
3. Open the door. The ignition switch will change to
the “LOC\f” position.
If the ignition switch is switched to the “LOC\f”
position, the selector lever cannot \be moved from the
“P” (Park) position. The selector lever can \be moved if
the ignition switch is in the “ON” position with the foot
\brake depressed.
STEERING LOC\f
The ignition switch is equipped with an anti-theft
steering lock device.
To lock steering wheel
1. Push the ignition switch to the “OFF” position where the ignition switch position indicator will not
illuminate.
2. Open or close the door. The ignition switch turns to the “LOC\f” position.
3. Turn the steering wheel 1/6 of a turn to the right or left from the straight up position.
To unlock steering wheel
Push the ignition switch, and the steering wheel will \be
automatically unlocked.
CAUTION:
.If the battery of the vehicle is discharged, the
push-button ignition switch cannot be
switched from the “LOCK” position.
. If the ignition switch position does not
change from the “LOCK” position, push the
ignition switch again while rotating the
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5-8Starting and driving
steering wheel slightly to the right and left.
(See “Vehicle information \fisplay\b (P.2-20) .)
IGNITION SWITCH POSITIONS
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When the ignition switch is pushe\f without \fepressing
the brake pe\fal (Automatic Transmission/Continu\tously
Variable Transmission mo\fel) or the clutch pe\fal
(Manual Transmission mo\fel) , the ignition switch
position will change as follows:
. Push once to change to “ACC\b.
. Push two times to change to “ON\b.
. Push three times to change to “OFF\b.
. Push four times to return to “ACC\b.
. Open or close any \foor to return to “LOCK\b when
in the “OFF\b position.
The in\ficator light
*Aon the ignition switch illumi-
nates when the ignition switch is in the “ACC\b or “ON\b
position.
LOCK position
The ignition switch an\f steering lock can only be
locke\f at this position.
The ignition switch will be unlocke\f when it is pushe\f
to the “ACC\b position while carrying the Intelligent Key.
ACC position
The electrical accessory power activates at this
position without the engine turne\f on.
ON position
The ignition system an\f the electrical accessory power
activate at this position without the engine turne\f on.
OFF position
The engine is turne\f off with the steering wheel
unlocke\f.
WARNING:
Never push the ignition switch to the “OFF\b
position while driving. The steering wheel may
lock and cause the driver to lose control of the
vehicle, resulting in serious vehicle damage or
personal injury.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the vehicle for extended periods of
time when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or
“ON” position and the engine is not running.
This can discharge the battery.
NOTE:
When the ignition switch is pushed while the
Idling Stop System (if equipped) is activated, the
ignition switch will be placed in the "OFF" position.
INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY DISCHARGE
SSD0860
If the battery of the Intelligent Key is \fischarge\f, or
environmental con\fitions interfere with the Intelligent
Key operation, start the engine accor\fing to the
following proce\fure:
1.
Automatic Transmission (AT)/Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT) model:
Move the selector lever to the “P\b (Park) or “N\b
(Neutral) position.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
Move the shift lever to the “N\b (Neutral) position.
2. Firmly \fepress the brake pe\fal (Automatic Trans- mission/Continuousl\ty Variable Transmission mo\f-
el) or the clutch pe\fal (Manual Transmission
mo\fel) .
3. Touch the ignition switch with the Intelligent Key as illustrate\f. (A chime will soun\f.)
4. Push the ignition switch while \fepressing the brake pe\fal within 10 secon\fs after the chime
soun\fs. The engine will start.
After step 3 is performe\f, when the ignition switch is
pushe\f without \fepressing the brake pe\fal, the
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ignition switch position will change to “ACC”.
NOTE:
.When the ignition switch is pushed to the
“ACC” or“ON” position or the engine is
started by the above procedures, the Intel-
ligent Key battery discharge indicator ap-
pears (on the Vehicle information display) or
the Intelligent Key system warning light may
blink in yellow (on the meter) even if the
Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. This is
not a malfunction. To stop the warning light
from blinking, touch the ignition switch with
the Intelligent Key again.
. If the Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator appears (on the Vehicle informa-
tion display) or the Intelligent Key system
warning light in the meter is blinking in
green, replace the battery as soon as
possible. (See “Battery”(P.8-23) .)GA\fOLI\bE E\bGI\bE
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Depress the foot brake pedal.
3.Automatic Transmission (AT)/Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT) model:
Move the selector lever to the “P” (Park) or “\b”
(\beutral) position.
The starter is designed to operate only when
the selector lever is in the proper position.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
Move the shift lever to the “\b” (\beutral) position,
and depress the clutch pedal to the floor while
starting the engine.
The starter is designed to not operate unless
the clutch pedal is depressed.
4. Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by turning the ignition switch to the “\fTART”
position.
5. Immediately release the ignition switch when the engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails to run,
repeat the above procedures.
If the engine is very hard to start in extremely cold
or hot weather, depress the accelerator pedal and
hold it to help start the engine.
CAUTION:
.Do not operate the starter for more than 15
seconds at a time. If the engine does not
start, turn the ignition switch off and wait 10
seconds before cranking the engine again.
Otherwise, the starter could be damaged.
. If it becomes necessary to start the engine
with a booster battery and jumper cables, the instructions and cautions contained in
the “6. In case of emergency” section should
be carefully followed.
6. Allow the engine to idle for at least 30 seconds after starting the engine to warm-up. Drive at
moderate speeds for a short distance first,
especially in cold weather.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the
engine is warming up.
DIE\fEL E\bGI\bE
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Depress the foot brake pedal.
3. Move the shift lever to the “\b” (\beutral) position,and depress the clutch pedal to the floor while
starting the engine.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the “O\b” position and wait until the glow plug indicator light
turns
off.
5. Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by turning the ignition switch to the “\fTART”
position.
6. Immediately release the ignition switch when the engine starts. If the engine starts, but fails to run,
repeat the above procedures.
CAUTION:
.Do not operate the starter for more than 20
seconds at a time. If the engine does not
start, turn the ignition switch off and wait 20
seconds before cranking the engine again.
Otherwise, the starter could be damaged.
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STARTING ENGINE (model without
Intelligent Key system)
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5-10Starting and driving
.If it becomes necessary to start the engine
with a booster battery and jumper cables,
the instructions and cautions contained in
the “6. In case of emergency” section should
be carefully followed.
7. Allow the engine to idle for \ft le\fst 30 seconds \ffter st\frting the engine to w\fr\b-up. Drive \ft
\boder\fte speeds for \f short dist\fnce first,
especi\flly in cold we\fther.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the
engine is warming up.
GASOLINE ENGINE
1. Apply the p\frking br\fke.
2.Automatic Transmission (AT)/Continuously
Variable Transmission (CVT) model:
Move the selector lever to the “P” (P\frk) or the “N”
(Neutr\fl) position.
The starter is designed to operate only when
the selector lever is in the proper position.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
Move the shift lever to the “N” (Neutr\fl) position.
The starter is designed to not operate unless
the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
The Intelligent Key must be carried when
operating the ignition switch.
3. Push the ignition switch to the “ON” position. Depress the br\fke ped\fl (AT/CVT \bodel) or the
clutch ped\fl (MT \bodel) \fnd push the ignition
switch to st\frt the engine.
To st\frt the engine i\b\bedi\ftely, push \fnd rele\fse
the ignition switch while depressing the br\fke
ped\fl or clutch ped\fl with the ignition switch in
\fny position.
4. I\b\bedi\ftely rele\fse the ignition switch when the engine st\frts. If the engine st\frts, but f\fils to run,
repe\ft the \fbove procedures.
If the engine is very h\frd to st\frt in extre\bely cold
or hot we\fther, depress the \fcceler\ftor ped\fl \fnd
hold it. Push the ignition switch for up to 15
seconds while holding. Rele\fse the \fcceler\ftor
ped\fl when the engine st\frts.CAUTION:
.As soon as the engine has started, release
the ignition switch immediately.
. Do not operate the starter for more than 15
seconds at a time. If the engine does not
start, push the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position and wait 10 seconds before crank-
ing the engine again. Otherwise, the starter
could be damaged.
. If it becomes necessary to start the engine
with a booster battery and jumper cables,
the instructions and cautions contained in
the “6. In case of emergency” section should
be carefully followed.
5. Allow the engine to idle for \ft le\fst 30 seconds \ffter st\frting the engine to w\fr\b-up. Drive \ft
\boder\fte speeds for \f short dist\fnce first,
especi\flly in cold we\fther.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the
engine is warming up.
6. To stop the engine, \bove the selector lever to the“P” (P\frk) position (AT/CVT \bodel) or \bove the
shift lever to the “N” (Neutr\fl) position (MT \bodel) ,
\fpply the p\frking br\fke \fnd push the ignition
switch to the “OFF” position.
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DIESEL ENGINE
1. Apply the park\fng brake.
\b. Move the sh\fft lever to the “N” (Neutral) pos\ft\fon.The starter is designed to not operate unless
the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
The Intelligent Key must be carried when
operating the ignition switch.
3. Push the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch to the “ON” pos\ft\fon and wa\ft unt\fl the glow plug \fnd\fcator l\fght turns off.
Depress the clutch pedal and push the \fgn\ft\fon
sw\ftch to start the eng\fne.
To start the eng\fne \fmmed\fately, push and release
the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch wh\fle depress\fng the clutch
pedal w\fth the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch \fn any pos\ft\fon.
4. Immed\fately release the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch when the eng\fne starts. If the eng\fne starts, but fa\fls to run,
repeat the above procedures.
If the eng\fne \fs very hard to start \fn extremely cold
or hot weather, depress the accelerator pedal and
hold \ft. Push the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch for up to 15
seconds wh\fle hold\fng. Release the accelerator
pedal when the eng\fne starts.
CAUTION:
.As soon as the engine has started, release
the ignition switch immediately.
. Do not operate the starter for more than 20
seconds at a time. If the engine does not
start, push the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position and wait 20 seconds before crank-
ing the engine again. Otherwise, the starter
could be damaged. .
If it becomes necessary to start the engine
with a booster battery and jumper cables,
the instructions and cautions contained in
the “6. In case of emergency” section should
be carefully followed.
5. Allow the eng\fne to \fdle for at least 30 seconds after start\fng the eng\fne to warm-up. Dr\fve at
moderate speeds for a short d\fstance f\frst,
espec\fally \fn cold weather.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the
engine is warming up.
6. To stop the eng\fne, move the sh\fft lever to the “N”(Neutral) pos\ft\fon, apply the park\fng brake and
push the \fgn\ft\fon sw\ftch to the “OFF” pos\ft\fon.
DRIVING WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMIS-
SION (AT)
The Automat\fc Transm\fss\fon (AT) \fn your veh\fcle \fs
electron\fcally controlled to produce max\fmum power
and smooth operat\fon.
The recommended operat\fng procedures for th\fs
transm\fss\fon are shown on the follow\fng pages. Follow
these procedures for max\fmum veh\fcle performance
and dr\fv\fng enjoyment.
CAUTION:
.The cold engine idle speed is high, so use
caution when shifting the transmission into
a forward or reverse position before the
engine has warmed up.
. Avoid revving up the engine while the
vehicle is stopped. This could cause unex-
pected vehicle movement.
. Do not downshift abruptly on slippery roads.
This may cause a loss of control.
. Never shift to either the “P” (Park) or “R”
(Reverse) position while the vehicle is mov-
ing. This could cause serious damage to the
transmission.
. Start the engine in either the “P” (Park) or
“N” (Neutral) position. The engine will not
start in any other position. If it does, have
your vehicle checked by a RENAULT dealer.
. Shift into the “P” (Park) position and apply
the parking brake when at a standstill for
longer than a short waiting period.
. Keep the engine at idling speed while
shifting from the “N” (Neutral) position to
any driving position.
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P (Park):
Use this position when the vehicle is parked or when
starting the engine.Make sure that the vehicle is
completely stopped and move the selector lever
into the P (Park) position. \fpply the parking brake.
When parking on a hill\b apply the parking brake first\b
and then move the selector lever into the P (Park)
position.
R (Reverse):
Use this position to back up. Make sure that the vehicle
is completely stopped before selecting the R (Reverse)
position.
N (Neutral):
Neither the forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The
engine can be started in this position. You may shift to
the N (Neutral) position and restart a stalled engine
while the vehicle is moving.
D (Drive):
Use this position for all normal forward driving.
2 (Second gear):
Use this position for climbing hills or engine braking on
downhill grades.
1 (Low gear):
Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or
driving slowly through deep snow\b or for maximum
engine braking on steep downhill grades.
Do not shift into the gears when the vehicle speed
exceeds the following limits\b otherwise the engine may
over-rev and cause engine damage. Engine model
Selector lever position
12
HR12DE
km/h (MPH) 45 (28) 90 (56)
HR15DE
km/h (MPH) 50 (30)
95 (60)
Overdrive switch
JVS0013XLeft-Hand Drive (LHD) modelEach time the engine is started\b the overdrive function
is automatically reset to “ON”.
“ON” position:
With the engine running and the selector lever in the
“D” (Drive) position\b the transmission upshifts into the
overdrive as vehicle speed increases.
Overdrive does not engage until the engine has
reached operating temperature.
“OFF” position:
For driving up and down long slopes where engine
braking is necessary\b push the overdrive switch. The
overdrive off indicator light
in the meter panel
illuminates.
When cruising at a low speed or climbing a gentle
slope\b you may feel uncomfortable shift shocks as the transmission shifts into and out of the overdrive
repeatedly. In this case\b push the overdrive switch to
turn the overdrive “OFF”.
When driving conditions change\b push the overdrive
switch to turn the overdrive “ON”. The overdrive off
indicator light will turn off.
Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended
periods of time with the overdrive “OFF”. This reduces
fuel economy.
\fccelerator downshift - in D (Drive) position
For passing or climbing hills\b depress the accelerator
pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down
into a lower gear\b depending on the vehicle speed.
Shift lock release
If the battery is discharged\b the selector lever may not
be moved from the “P” (Park) position even with the
foot brake pedal depressed.
To move the selector lever\b release the shift lock. The
selector lever can be moved to the “N” (Neutral)
position. However\b the steering wheel will be locked
unless the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
position. This allows the vehicle to be moved if the
battery is discharged.
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P (Park):
Use this position when the vehicle is par\fed or when
starting the engine.Make sure that the vehicle is
completely stopped and move the selector lever
into the \bP”(Park) position. Apply the par\fing
bra\fe. When par\fing on a hill, first depress the foot
bra\fe pedal, apply the par\fing bra\fe, and then move
the selector lever into the \bP” (Par\f) position.
R (Reverse):
Use this position to bac\f up. Ma\fe sure that the vehicle
is completely stopped before selecting the \bR”
(Reverse) position.
N (Neutral):
Neither the forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The
engine can be started in this position. You may shift to
the \bN” (Neutral) position and restart a stalled engine
while the vehicle is moving.
D (Drive):
Use this position for all normal forward driving.
L (Low):
Use this position when climbing steep hills slowly or
driving slowly through deep snow, sand or mud, or for
maximum engine bra\fing on steep downhill grades.SPORT mode switch
JVC0027XRight-Hand Drive (RHD) modelTo select the SPORT mode, push the SPORT mode
switch with the selector lever in the \bD” (Drive)
position. The SPORT mode indicator light
in the
meter panel illuminates. To turn off the SPORT mode,
push the SPORT mode switch again. The SPORT
mode indicator light will turn off. When the selector
lever is shifted to any position other than \bD”, the
SPORT mode will be automatically turned off.
“OFF” position:
For normal driving and fuel economy, use the \bOFF”
position.
“ON” position:
For driving up or down long slopes where engine
bra\fing is necessary, or for powerful acceleration, use
the \bON” position. The transmission will automatically
select a different gear ratio, allowing the engine to
provide high output.
When driving conditions change, push the switch to
turn the SPORT mode off.
Remember not to drive at high speeds for extended
periods of time with the SPORT mode in the \bON”
position. This reduces fuel economy.
Accelerator downshift - in the \bD” position -
For passing or climbing hills, depress the accelerator
pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down
into a lower gear, depending on the vehicle speed.
Shift loc\f release
JVC0028XRight-Hand Drive (RHD) modelIf the battery charge is low or discharged, the selector
lever may not be moved from the \bP” (Par\f) position
even with the bra\fe pedal depressed and the selector
lever button pushed.
To move the selector lever, perform the following
procedure:
1. Model with Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the \bOFF” or \bLOCK”
position.
Model without Intelligent Key system:
Place the ignition switch in the \bLOCK” position,
and remove the \fey if it is inserted.
2. Apply the par\fing bra\fe.
3. Depress the shift loc\f release button.
4. Push the selector lever button and move the selector lever to the \bN” (Neutral) position while
holding down the shift loc\f release.
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