power steering RENAULT CLIO 2003 X65 / 2.G Owners Manual

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INSTRUMENT PANEL(continued)
The presence and operation of the warning lights described below depend on the vehicle equipment and
country.
9Coolant temperature
warning light
If this lights up when
the vehicle is being driven, it
indicates that the engine is
overheating. Stop and allow the
engine to run at idle speed for a
minute or two. The
temperature should drop. If it
does not, stop the engine and
check the coolant level(having
let the engine cool down).Call
for the assistance of a Renault
Dealer if necessary.
Oil pressure warning
light
It should go out as soon
as the engine starts; if it lights
up when you are driving, stop
at once, switch off the ignition
and check the oil level. If this is
normal, call for the assistance
of a Renault Dealer.9Battery charge warning
light
It should go out as soon
as the engine starts.
If it lights up when you are
driving, it indicates that the
circuit is overcharging or
discharged. Stop and have the
circuit checked.
Handbrake “on” and
brake circuit incident
warning light.
If it lights up when the brakes
are applied, it indicates that the
fluid level in the circuit is low.
It may be dangerous to
continue driving. Call for the
assistance of a Renault Dealer.10Warning lights relating to the
operation of and/or faults in
the automatic gearbox or
Quickshift 5.
Refer to the information on
automatic gearbox in section 2.
11Variable
power-assisted steering
warning light
It goes out as soon as the engine
starts. If it lights up when you
are driving, this indicates a
fault in the system. Consult
your Renault Dealer as soon as
possible.

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Section 2: Driving
(advice on use relating to fuel economy and the environment)
Running in/Ignition switch .............................................................................................................................. 2.02
Starting the engine/Stopping the engine ........................................................................................................ 2.03
Special features of petrol versions .................................................................................................................. 2.04
Special features of diesel versions ................................................................................................................. 2.05
Advice on anti-pollution and how to economise on fuel ................................................................ 2.06
¬2.08
Environment ...................................................................................................................................................... 2.09
Proactive automatic gearbox ............................................................................................................... 2.10
¬2.12
Quickshift 5 gearbox ............................................................................................................................ 2.13
¬2.18
Gear lever - Handbrake - Power steering ....................................................................................................... 2.19
Anti-lock braking system ................................................................................................................................. 2.20
Cruise control-Speed limiter ............................................................................................................... 2.21
¬2.26
Electronic Stability Program: ESP ........................................................................................................ 2.27 - 2.28
Traction control system ......................................................................................................................... 2.29 - 2.30

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STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE
Starting the engine
OPetrol injection
Engine hot or cold
- Turn the key to the Start
positionwithout depressing
the accelerator.
- Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
ODiesel injection
Cold or warm engine
Turn the ignition key to the
ignition on positionM, and hold
this position until the preheating
warning light goes out.
Turn the key to the starter
positionD,without accelerating.
Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, return the
key to the “Stop” position.
If there is a child (or pet) 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 the 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 airbags and pretensioners
will no longer operate.
When the key has been removed,
the steering will lock.

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GEAR LEVER HANDBRAKEPOWER ASSISTED STEERING
To select reverse
(vehicle stationary)
Move the lever to neutral, then lift
up ring1against the gear lever knob
to select reverse gear.
The reversing lights illuminate as
soon as reverse gear is selected
(ignition on).
To release
Pull the lever up slightly, press in
button2and lower the lever to the
floor.
If you are driving with the
handbrake incorrectly released, the
red warning light on the instrument
panel will remain illuminated.
To apply
Pull the lever upwards.
The lever should travel about 10
notches to hold the vehicle. Your
vehicle has 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.Never leave the steering on full lock
when the vehicle is parked (risk of
damaging the power assisted
steering pump).
Never switch off the
engine when travelling
downhill, and avoid
doing so when driving in
general (power steering and
brake servo will not function).

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ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM: ESP
This system helps you to keep
control of the vehicle in “critical”
driving conditions (avoiding an
obstacle, loss of grip in a bend...).
This function is an
additional aid in the
event of critical driving
conditions to allow the
behaviour of the vehicle to be
adapted to the driving
conditions.
However, the function does not
take the place of the driver.It
does not increase the vehicle's
limitations and should not
encourage you to drive more
quickly.
It can, thus, under no
circumstances replace the
vigilance or responsibility of the
driver when manoeuvring the
vehicle (the driver must always
be aware of sudden incidents
which may occur when driving).
Operating principle
A sensor in the steering wheel
detects the path selected by the
driver.
Other sensors throughout the
vehicle measure the actual path.
The system compares the path
selected by the driver and the actual
vehicle path and corrects this as
necessary by applying the brakes
selectively and/or acting on the
engine power.When the function is in operation,
message1lights up to confirm this.

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Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet ................................................................................................................................................................ 4.02
Engine oil level .................................................................................................................................... 4.03
¬4.07
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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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
PPaintwork (maintenance) ............................. 4.12 - 4.13
Paintwork (part number) ......................................... 6.02
Petrol and diesel special features ................ 2.04 - 2.05
Power assisted steering ................................ 2.19 - 4.10
Power assisted steering pump ................................ 4.10
Practical advice ........................................... 2.06
¬2.08
Puncture ....................................................... 5.02¬5.05
QQuickshift 5 gearbox (use) ......................... 2.13
¬2.18
Quickshift 5 gearbox lever ...................................... 2.13
RRadio (fitting) ........................................................... 5.27
Radio (installation) .................................................. 5.27
Reading lights ............................................... 3.23 - 3.24
Rear bench seat ........................................................ 3.33
Rear parcel shelf ........................................... 3.35 - 3.36
Rear screen (demisting) ........................................... 1.61
Rear seats .................................................................. 3.33
Rear view mirrors ......................................... 1.53 - 1.54
Remote control: electric door locking ......... 1.02 - 1.03
door locking - batteries ............... 5.21
Replacement parts ................................................... 6.16
Reverse gear ............................................................. 2.19
Running in ............................................................... 2.02
SSeat belts ..................................................... 1.13
¬1.23
Side repeaters ........................................................... 5.16
Speakers (locktion) .................................................. 5.27
Starting the engine ....................................... 2.02 - 2.03
Steering wheel (adjusting) ...................................... 1.54
Storage compartments .................................. 3.30 - 3.31
Sun visor .................................................................. 3.26
Sunroof ........................................................ 3.27
¬3.29TTank: brake fluid ...................................................... 4.08
engine coolant ............................................... 4.09
fuel ....................................................... 1.58 - 1.64
windscreen washer ....................................... 4.11
Technical specifications ............................. 6.02
¬6.15
Towing (attachments) .............................................. 5.26
Towing (breakdown) ..................................... 5.24 - 5.25
Towing (caravan) ......................................... 6.06
¬6.14
Towing weights ........................................... 6.06¬6.14
Traction control ............................................. 2.28 - 2.29
Traction control system ................................ 2.29 - 2.30
Transporting items in the luggage compartment .. 3.37
Turning circle ........................................................... 6.15
Tyre pressures .................................... 0.04 - 0.05 - 5.07
Tyre pressures ............................................. 0.04
¬0.06
Tyres ............................................................. 5.06¬5.08
VVehicle identification plates ...................... 6.02
¬6.04
Ventilation and heating .............................. 3.04¬3.22
WWashing ....................................................... 4.12
¬4.14
Weights ........................................................ 6.06¬6.14
Wheelbrace ............................................................... 5.03
Wheels (safety) ............................................ 5.06
¬5.08
Window winder ....................................................... 3.25
Windscreen ............................................................... 3.26
Windscreen washer ............................ 1.58 - 1.59 - 4.11
Wiper blades ............................................................ 5.09
Wipers ............................................... 1.58
¬1.60 - 5.09