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RIGHT-HAND DRIVE (RHD) MODEL (Ty\fe B)
JV\b0225X
1. Side ventilator
2. U\f\fer instrument box*
3. Passenger’s front-im\fact air bag*
4. Audio system*
5. Rear window defogger switch*
6. Hazard indicator flasher switch
7. Heater and air conditioner* control
8. \benter ventilator9. Wi\fer and washer switch
10. Steering-wheel-mou\ynted controls (left side)*
— Audio control*
— Bluetooth
ŠHands-Free Phone System con-
trol (without navigation system)*
— Bluetooth
ŠHands-Free Phone System con-
trol (with navigation system)**
11. Meters and gauges 12. Driver’s front-im\fact air bag*/Horn
13. Steering-wheel-mou\ynted controls (right side)*
— \bruise control switches*
— S\feed limiter switches*
14. Headlight, fog light* and turn signal switch
15. Outside rearview mirror control switch*
16. Fuse box
17. Glove box
18. Power outlet*/USB/AUX connector*
19. \bu\f holder
20. Selector lever or Shift lever — Automatic Transmission (AT) model
— \bontinuously Variable Transmission (\bVT)
model
— Manual Transmission (MT) model
21. Push-button ignition switch (model with Intelli- gent Key system)
22. Tilting steering wheel lock lever*
23. Ignition switch (model without Intelligent Key system)/steering lock
24. Hood lock release handle
25. Fuel filler lid release handle
26. Parking s\face measurement switch*
27. Vehicle Dynamic \bontrol (VD\b) OFF switch*
28. Headlight aiming control switch*
*: if equi\f\fed
**: Refer to the se\farate Navigation Owner’s Manual (if
equi\f\fed) .
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RIGHT-HAND DRIVE (RHD) MODEL (Type \f)
JV\f044\bX
Example1. Side ventilator
2. Upper instrument box*
3. Passenger’s front-impact air bag*
4. Audio system*
5. Rear window defogger switch*
6. Hazard indicator flasher switch
7. Heater and air conditioner* control
8. \fenter ventilator\b. Wiper and washer switch
10. Steering-wheel-mounted\e controls (left side)*
— Audio control*
— Bluetooth
ŠHands-Free Phone System con-
trol (without navigation system)*
11. Meters and gauges
12. Driver’s front-impact air bag*/Horn
13. Headlight, fog light* and turn signal switch 14. Outside rearview mirror control switch*
15. Fuse box
16. Glove box
17. USB/AUX connector*
18. Power outlet*
1\b. \fup holder
20. Shift lever
— \fontinuously Variable Transmission (\fVT)
model
— Manual Transmission (MT) model
21. Push-button ignition switch (model with Intelli- gent Key system)
22. Tilting steering wheel lock lever
23. Ignition switch (model without Intelligent Key system)/steering lock
24. Hood lock release handle
25. Fuel filler lid release handle
26. Idling Stop OFF switch* (Not applied to RENAULT)
27. Headlight aiming control switch*
*: if equipped
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Odometer/Twin trip odometer (for Type C)
J\fI0002\bType CThe odometer/twin trip odometer is displayed when
the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
The odometer
*1displays the total distance the
vehicle has been driven. When the odometer displays,
the display of TRIP A and B disappears.
The twin trip odometer
*2displays the distance of
individual trips.
Changing twin trip odometer display:
Push the reset switch
*3to change the display as
follows:
ODO ?TRIP A ?TRIP B ?ODO
Resetting twin trip odometer:
Push the reset switch
*3for more than 1 second to
reset the trip odometer to zero.
For trip computer information, see “Trip computer (for
Type C)” (P.2-25) .
TRIP COMPUTER (for Type A and B)
SIC4441Type A and BThe switch for the trip computer is located on the
meter panel.
When the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
position, modes of the trip computer can be selected
by pushing the trip computer mode switch
*A.
Each time the trip computer mode switch
*Ais
pushed, the display will change as follows:
ODO ?(TRIP A ?TRIP B) ?Current fuel
consumption ?Average fuel consumption ?Dis-
tance to empty (dte)
Current fuel consumption (l/100 km, km/l or
mpg)
The current fuel consumption mode shows the current
fuel consumption.
Average fuel consumption (l/100 km, km/l or
mpg)
The average fuel consumption mode shows the
average fuel consumption since the last reset. Reset-
ting is done by pushing the trip computer mode switch
*Afor longer than 1 second.
The display is updated every 30 seconds. At about the
first 500 m after a reset, the display shows “----”.
Distance to empty (dte — km or mls)
The distance to empty (dte) mode provides you with an
estimation of the distance that can be driven before
refueling. The dte is constantly being calculated, based
on the amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the actual fuel
consumption.
The display is updated every 30 seconds.
The dte mode includes a low range warning feature:
when the fuel level is low, the dte mode is automatically
selected and the digits blink in order to draw the
driver’s attention. Push the trip computer mode switch
*Ato return to the mode that was selected before the
warning occurred.
When the fuel level drops even lower, the dte display
will change to “----”.
. If the amount of fuel added is small, the
display just before the ignition switch is
turned off may continue to be displayed.
. When driving uphill or rounding curves, the
fuel in the tank shifts, which may momenta-
rily change the display.
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ENGINE START OPERATION INDICATOR (if
equippe\f)
JVC\b\b3\bXType BThe engine start operation in\ficator*Aappears when
the selector lever is in the “P” (Park) position. This
in\ficator means that the engine will start by pushing
the ignition switch with the brake pe\fal \fepresse\f.
You can start the engine \firectly in any position.
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CHECKING BULBS
With all doo\fs closed\b apply the pa\fking b\fake\b fasten
the seat belts and tu\fn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position without sta\fting the engine. The following
lights will illuminate:
\b\b\b\b.
If equipped\b the following lights will illuminate b\fiefly
and then tu\fn off:
o\f\b\b\b\b\b(\fed) \b(g\feen) \b\b\b\b.
If any lights fail to illuminate\b it may indicate a bu\fned-
out bulb o\f an open ci\fcuit in the elect\fical system.
Have the system checked\b and if necessa\fy \fepai\fed\b
by a RENAULT deale\f p\fomptly.
Some indicato\fs and wa\fnings a\fe also displayed on
the vehicle info\fmation display (if equipped) below the
speedomete\f. (See “Vehicle info\fmation display” (P.2-
20) .)
WARNING LIGHTS
\bAnti-lock B\faking System (ABS)
wa\fning light (if equipped)
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position\b the
Anti-lock B\faking System (ABS) wa\fning light illumi-
nates and then tu\fns off. This indicates the ABS is
ope\fational.
If the ABS wa\fning light illuminates while the engine is
\funning\b o\f while d\fiving\b it may indicate the ABS is not
functioning p\fope\fly. Have the system checked by a
RENAULT deale\f p\fomptly.
If an ABS malfunction occu\fs\b the anti-lock function is
tu\fned off. The b\fake system then ope\fates no\fmally\b
but without anti-lock assistance. (See “B\fake system”
(P.5-36) .)
B\fake wa\fning light
WARNING:
. If the brake fluid level is below the minimum
mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not
drive the vehicle until the brake system has
been checked by a RENAULT dealer.
. Even if you judge it to be safe, have your
vehicle towed because driving it could be
dangerous.
. Depressing the foot brake pedal without the
engine running and/or with a low brake fluid
level could increase the stopping distance
and require greater pedal travel distance
and effort.
The b\fake wa\fning light indicates the pa\fking b\fake
system ope\fation\b a low b\fake fluid level of the b\fake
system and an Anti-lock B\faking System (ABS)
malfunction.
Parking brake warning indicator:
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position\b and
the pa\fking b\fake is applied\b the b\fake wa\fning light
illuminates. When the pa\fking b\fake is \feleased\b the
b\fake wa\fning light tu\fns off.
Low brake fluid warning indicator:
If the b\fake wa\fning light illuminates while the engine is
\funning\b o\f while d\fiving\b and the pa\fking b\fake is
\feleased\b it may indicate the b\fake fluid level is low.
When the b\fake wa\fning light illuminates while d\fiving\b
stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. Stop the
engine and check the b\fake fluid level. If the b\fake fluid
level is below the minimum ma\fk on the \fese\fvoi\f\b add
b\fake fluid as necessa\fy. (See “B\fake fluid” (P.8-18) .) If the b\fake fluid level is sufficient\b have the b\fake
system checked by a RENAULT deale\f p\fomptly.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning indi-
cator (if equipped):
When the pa\fking b\fake is \feleased and the b\fake fluid
level is sufficient\b if both the b\fake wa\fning light and the
Anti-lock B\faking System (ABS) wa\fning light illumi-
nate\b it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
p\fope\fly. Have the b\fake system checked\b and if
necessa\fy \fepai\fed\b by a RENAULT deale\f p\fomptly.
(See “Anti-lock B\faking System (ABS) wa\fning light”
(P.2-13) .)
Cha\fge wa\fning light
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position\b the
cha\fge wa\fning light illuminates. Afte\f sta\fting the
engine\b the cha\fge wa\fning light tu\fns off. This
indicates the cha\fging system is ope\fational.
If the cha\fge wa\fning light illuminates while the engine
is \funning\b o\f while d\fiving\b it may indicate the cha\fging
system is not functioning p\fope\fly and may need
se\fvicing.
When the cha\fge wa\fning light illuminates while
d\fiving\b stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible.
Stop the engine and check the alte\fnato\f belt. If the
alte\fnato\f belt is loose\b b\foken o\f missing\b the cha\fging
system needs \fepai\f. (See “D\five belts” (P.8-15) .)
If the alte\fnato\f belt appea\fs to be functioning co\f\fectly
but the cha\fge wa\fning light \femains illuminated\b have
the cha\fging system checked by a RENAULT deale\f
p\fomptly.
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CAUTION:
Do not continue driving if the alternator belt is
loose, broken or missing.
Door open warning light (if e\fuipped)
\bhen the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
door open warning light illuminates if any of the doors
are open or not closed securely.
Electric power steering warning light
\bhen the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
electric power steering warning light illuminates. After
starting the engine, the electric power steering warning
light turns off. This indicates the electric power
steering system is operational.
If the electric power steering warning light illuminates
while the engine is running, it may indicate the electric
power steering system is not functioning properly and
may need servicing. Have the electric power steering
system checked by a RENAULT dealer.
\bhen the electric power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running, the power assist
to the steering will cease operation but you will still
have control of the vehicle. At this time, greater
steering efforts are re\fuired to operate the steering
wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low speeds.
(See “Electric power steering system” (P.5-35) .)
Engine oil pressure warning light
\bhen the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
engine oil pressure warning light illuminates. After
starting the engine, the engine oil pressure warning
light turns off. This indicates that the oil pressure
sensors in the engine are operational.
If the engine oil pressure warning light illuminates or
blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate that
the engine oil pressure is low.
Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. Stop the
engine immediately and call a RENAULT dealer.
CAUTION:
.Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light illuminated could
cause serious damage to the engine.
. The engine oil pressure warning light is not
designed to indicate a low oil level. The oil
level should be checked using the dipstick.
(See “Engine oil” (P.8-10) .)
High temperature warning light (red)
\bhen the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
high temperature warning light illuminates and then
turns off. This indicates that the high temperature
sensor in the engine coolant system is operational.
CAUTION:
If the high temperature warning light illuminates
while the engine is running, it may indicate the
engine temperature is extremely high.
Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. If the vehicle is overheated, continuing vehicle
operation may seriously damage the engine.
(See “If your vehicle overheats” (P.6-10) for the
immediate action required.)
Intelligent Key system warning light (if
e\fuipped)
After the ignition switch is placed in the “ON” position,
this light comes on for about 2 seconds and then turns
off.
This light illuminates or blinks as follows:
. The light blinks in yellow when the door is closed
with the Intelligent Key left outside the vehicle and
the ignition switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Make sure that the Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle (for model without vehicle information
display) .
. The light blinks in green when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power. Replace the
battery with a new one (for model without vehicle
information display) . See “Battery” (P.8-23) .
. The light illuminates in yellow when it warns of a
malfunction with the electrical steering lock
system or the Intelligent Key system.
If the warning light illuminates in yellow while the
engine is stopped, it may be impossible to free the
steering lock or to start the engine. If the light comes
on while the engine is running, you can drive the
vehicle. However in these cases, contact a RENAULT
dealer for repair as soon as possible.
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Low fuel warning light (if equipped)
\fhe low fuel warning light illuminates when the fuel
level in the tan\b is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, before the fuel gauge reaches the empty
(0) position. \fhere will be a small reserve of fuel
remaining in the tan\b when the fuel gauge reaches the
empty (0) position.
Malfunction warning light (red) (diesel
engine model)
When the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
position, the malfunction warning light illuminates in
red. \fhis means that the system is operational. After
starting the engine, the warning light turns off.
For the orange Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) , see
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” (P.2-17)for details.
If the malfunction warning light (red) illuminates
continuously while the engine is running, it may
indicate an engine control system malfunction. Have
your vehicle inspected by a RENAUL\f dealer. You do
not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION:
Continuing vehicle operation without proper
servicing of the engine control system could
lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,
and damage to the engine control system, which
may affect the vehicle’s warranty coverage.
Master warning light (if equipped)
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
master warning light illuminates if any of the following
are displayed on the vehicle information display.
. Seat belt warning
. NO KEY warning
. Low fuel warning
. Par\bing bra\be release warning
. Door/bac\b door open warning
(See “Vehicle information display” (P.2-20) .)
P position selecting warning light (if
equipped)
\fhe warning light blin\bs in red when the ignition switch
is pushed to stop the engine with the selector lever in
any position except the “P” (Par\b) position.
If this warning appears, move the selector lever to the
“P” (Par\b) position or push the ignition switch to the
“ON” position.
An inside warning chime will also sound.
See “Intelligent Key system” (P.3-9) .
Seat belt warning light (if equipped)
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
seat belt warning light illuminates. \fhe light will
continue to illuminate until the driver’s seat belt is
fastened. (See “Seat belts” (P.1-7) .) For China:
When the vehicle speed exceeds 15 \bm/h (10 MPH) ,
the light will blin\b unless the driver’s seat belt is
securely fastened.
Except for China:
When the vehicle speed exceeds 15 \bm/h (10 MPH) ,
the light will blin\b and the chime will sound unless the
driver’s seat belt is securely fastened. \fhe chime will
continue to sound for about 90 seconds until the seat
belt is fastened.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
air bag warning light (if equipped)
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “S\fAR\f”
position, the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) air
bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and
then turns off. \fhis indicates that the SRS air bag
system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the SRS air
bag system and/or pre-tensioner seat belt need
servicing. Have the system chec\bed, and if necessary
repaired, by a RENAUL\f dealer promptly.
. \fhe SRS air bag warning light remains illuminated
after about 7 seconds.
. \fhe SRS air bag warning light flashes intermit-
tently.
. \fhe SRS air bag warning light does not illuminate
at all.
Unless chec\bed and repaired, the SRS air bag system
and/or pre-tensioner seat belt may not function
properly. (See “Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS)” (P.1-25) .)
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Water-in-fuel-filte\or warning light (for
\fiesel engine mo\fel)
\bf the water-in-fuel-filt\oer warning light illuminates while
the engine is running, \frain the water from the fuel filter
promptly. (See “Fuel filter (\fiesel engine mo\fel)” (P.8-
15) .)
CAUTION:
Continuing vehicle operation without properly
draining could cause serious damage to the
engine.
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Cruise control on in\ficator light (if
equippe\f)
The cruise control on in\ficator light in\ficates the
activation of the cruise control system.
When the cruise control main switch is turne\f on, the
in\ficator light will illuminate, in\ficating the cruise
control system is in the stan\fby mo\fe. (See “Cruise
control” (P.5-28) .)
Cruise control/spee\f limiter set in\fi-
cator light (if equippe\f)
The cruise control/spee\f limiter set in\ficator light
in\ficates the status of the cruise control system.
When the vehicle spee\f is controlle\f by the cruise
control/spee\f limiter system, the in\ficator light illumi-
nates.
\bf the cruise control/spee\f limiter set in\ficator light
blinks while the engine is running, or while \friving, it
may in\ficate the cruise control/spee\f limiter system is not functioning properly an\f may nee\f servicing. Have
the system checke\f, an\f if necessary repaire\f, by a
RENAULT \fealer promptly. (See “Cruise control” (P.5-
28) an\f “Spee\f limiter (if equippe\f for Europe)” (P.5-
26) .)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) off
in\ficator light (if equippe\f)
The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) off in\ficator
light illuminates when the ESP off switch is pushe\f to
the “OFF” position.
When the ESP off switch is pushe\f to the “OFF”
position, the ESP system is turne\f off.
\bf the ESP off in\ficator light an\f slip in\ficator light
illuminate while the engine is running or while \friving, it
may in\ficate the ESP system is not functioning
properly an\f may nee\f servicing. Have the system
checke\f, an\f if necessary repaire\f, by a RENAULT
\fealer promptly. (See “Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) System (if equippe\f for Europe)” (P.5-25) .)
Front fog lights in\ficator light (if
equippe\f)
The front fog lights in\ficator light illuminates when the
front fog lights are on. (See “Fog light switch” (P.2-
32) .)
Front passenger air bag status light (if
equippe\f)
The front passenger air bag status light locate\f on the
instrument panel will illuminate when the front passen-
ger air bag is turne\f off with the front passenger air
bag switch. When the front passenger air bag is turne\f
on, the front passenger air bag status light will turn off. For more \fetails, see “Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS)” (P.1-25) .
Glow plug in\ficator light (\fiesel engine
mo\fel)
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
glow plug in\ficator light illuminates an\f turns off after
the glow plugs have warme\f up.
\bf the glow plugs have alrea\fy warme\f up, the glow
plug in\ficator flashes briefly an\f then turns off.
High beam in\ficator light
The high beam in\ficator light illuminates when the
hea\flight high beam is “ON”. The in\ficator turns off
when the low beam is selecte\f. (See “Hea\flight an\f
turn signal switch” (P.2-29) .)
Low temperature in\ficator light (green)
*
The low temperature in\ficator light illuminates when
the engine coolant temperature is low.
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
low temperature in\ficator light illuminates an\f then
turns off after the engine coolant has warme\f up.
\bf the low temperature in\ficator light stays illuminate\f
after the engine has sufficiently warme\f up, it may
in\ficate the low temperature sensor in the engine
coolant system is not functioning properly an\f may
nee\f servicing. Have the system checke\f, an\f if
necessary repaire\f, by a RENAULT \fealer promptly.
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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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2-18Instruments and controls
SPORT mode indicator \fight (i\b
equipped)
The SPORT mode indicator \fight i\f\fuminates when the
SPORT mode is turned “ON”. (See “Driving with
Continuous\fy Variab\fe Transmission (CVT)” (P.5-14)
\bor the use o\b the SPORT mode switch.)
Stop/Start System indicator \fight (i\b
equipped \bor Europe)/Id\fing Stop System
indicator \fight (i\b equipped \bor Thai\fand)
Stop/Start System indicator light (if equipped
for Europe):
The Stop/Start System indicator \fight i\f\fuminates in the
meter when the Stop/Start System is activated.
The Stop/Start System indicator \fight b\finks at a high
speed, when the engine hood is open (\bor CVT mode\f) .
The Stop/Start System indicator \fight b\finks at a \fow
speed, when the Stop/Start System is ma\f\bunctioning.
NOTE:
. When the Stop/Start System indicator light
blinks at a high speed (twice approximately
every one second) (for CVT model):
—Be sure to close the engine hood. When
the engine hood is open the engine will
be in the normal stopped state. In this
case, restart the engine with the ignition
switch.
. When the Stop/Start System indicator light
blinks at a low speed (once approximately
every one second) , have the system
checked, and if necessary repaired, by a
RENAULT dealer promptly. Idling Stop System indicator light (if equipped
for Thailand):
The Id\fing Stop System indicator \fight i\f\fuminates in the
meter when the Id\fing Stop System is activated.
The Id\fing Stop System indicator \fight b\finks at a high
speed, when the driver’s door or the engine hood is
open.
The Id\fing Stop System indicator \fight b\finks at a \fow
speed, when the Id\fing Stop System is ma\f\bunctioning.
NOTE:
.
When the Idling Stop System indicator light
blinks at a high speed (twice approximately
every one second):
—Be sure to close the driver’s door.
— Be sure to close the engine hood. When
the engine hood is opened the engine
will be in the normal stopped state. In this
case, restart the engine with the ignition
switch.
. When the Idling Stop System indicator light
blinks at a low speed (once approximately
every two seconds) , have the system
checked, and if necessary repaired, by a
RENAULT dealer promptly.
Turn signa\fs/hazard indicator \fights
The turn signa\fs/hazard indicator \fights b\fink when the
turn signa\f switch \fever or hazard indicator \b\fasher
switch is “ON”. (See “Head\fight and turn signa\f switch”
(P.2-29) or “Hazard indicator \b\fasher switch” (P.2-36) .)
Vehic\fe Dynamic Contro\f (VDC) o\b\b
indicator \fight (i\b equipped)
Vehic\fe Dynamic Contro\f (VDC) o\b\b indicator \fight
i\f\fuminates when the VDC o\b\b switch is pushed to the
“OFF” position.
When the VDC o\b\b switch is pushed to the “OFF”
position, the VDC system is turned o\b\b.
I\b the VDC o\b\b indicator \fight and s\fip indicator \fight
i\f\fuminate whi\fe the engine is running or whi\fe driving, it
may indicate the VDC system is not \bunctioning
proper\fy and may need servicing. Have the system
checked, and i\b necessary repaired, by a RENAULT
dea\fer prompt\fy. (See “Vehic\fe Dynamic Contro\f (VDC)
system (i\b equipped except \bor Europe)” (P.5-24) .)
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audib\fe wear warnings.
When a brake pad requires rep\facement, it wi\f\f make a
high pitched scraping sound when the vehic\fe is in
motion. This scraping sound wi\f\f \birst occur on\fy when
the brake peda\f is depressed. A\bter more wear o\b the
brake pad, the sound wi\f\f a\fways be heard even i\b the
brake peda\f is not depressed. Have the brakes
checked as soon as possib\fe i\b the wear warning
sound is heard.
Have the system checked, and i\b necessary repaired,
by a RENAULT dea\fer prompt\fy. (See “Brakes” (P.8-
17) .)
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