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TOWING: breakdown
Press the Start/Stop button twice in
succession once towing is finished
(risk of running down the battery).
Furthermore, it is essential to
respect the towing regulations
defined in the legislation of the
country concerned and, if your
vehicle is the towing vehicle, do not
exceed the towing weight of your
vehicle. Contact your RENAULT
Dealer.Towing procedure
Before any towing, check that the
steering column is not locked.
If it is not locked, insert the
RENAULT card into the reader and
press the start/stop button for five
seconds without pressing on the
pedals. The steering column
unlocks, the vehicle accessory
functions are supplied with power
and you can use the lights (stop
lights, directional indicator lights,
etc.): the vehicle must have its lights
on at night.
Do not remove the RENAULT card
from the reader at any point when
the vehicle is being towed.
Towing a vehicle with
automatic transmission: special
information
Engine switched off: The gearbox is
no longer lubricated. It is preferable
to tow this type of vehicle on a
trailer or tow it with the front
wheels off the ground.
Under exceptional circumstances ,
you may tow the vehicle with all
four wheels on the ground, only
going forward, with the gear lever in
the N position, and for a distance
not exceeding 30 miles (50 km).
If the lever is stuck at P,
even though you are
depressing the brake
pedal, the lever can be
released manually.
To do this, unclip the upper
section of the cover at the base of
the lever.
Press simultaneously on the mark
on the gaiter and the unlocking
button on the lever.
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OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
When the starter is activated CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
There is no response, the indicator lights fail to light up and the starter
does not turn. Battery lead disconnected or terminals
oxidised.
Check battery terminals: scrape and
clean if oxidised and re-tighten.
Discharged battery. Connect another battery to the faulty battery.
Battery unserviceable. Replace battery. Do not push the vehicle if the steering
column is locked.
Warning light bulbs go dim and starter turns very slowly. Battery terminals not tight, battery
terminals oxidised. Check battery terminals: scrape and
clean if oxidised and re-tighten.
Discharged battery. Connect another battery to the faulty battery.
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OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
On the open road CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
Abnormal white smoke from the exhaust. Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder
head gasket. Stop the engine.
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
Vibrations. Tyres not inflated to correct pressures,
incorrectly balanced or damaged.Check tyre pressures. If this is not the
problem, have them checked by a
RENAULT Dealer.
Coolant boiling in the expansion
bottle. Mechanical fault: cylinder head gasket
blown, faulty coolant pump. Stop the engine.
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
Engine cooling fan not working. Check appropriate fuse, otherwise contact a RENAULT Dealer.
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OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
On the open road CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
Coolant circuit fault. Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
Smoke under the bonnet. Short circuit. Stop, switch off the ignition,
disconnect the battery.
- is slow to go out or remains litwhen accelerating. Low oil pressure. Stop: contact a RENAULT Dealer.
- at idle speed, Low oil pressure. Consult the nearest RENAULT Dealer.
The oil pressure warning light
comes on:
- while turning or braking, The level is too low. Add engine oil (refer to the engine oil -
Top-up/Filling information in
section 4).
Faulty spark plugs, incorrect electrode
gaps.Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
Unstable idle speed or the engine stalls. Poor compression (spark plugs,
ignition, air leak). Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
Fuel supply fault. Check the fuel level.
Loss of engine power. Clogged air filter. Replace the cartridge.
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OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
On the open road CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
- weak or dead battery. Recharge or replace the battery.
Steering wheel hard to turn: - assistance overheating, Leave to cool.
The engine overheats. The coolant
temperature warning light comes on
(or the indicator needle is in the red
area). Coolant pump: belt stretched or
broken.
Engine cooling fan not working.
Stop the vehicle and switch off the
engine. Contact a RENAULT Dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the condition of hoses and clips.
Check the expansion bottle: it should
contain coolant. If it does not, top it up
(once it has cooled). Take care not to
scald yourself. This action is only
temporary: contact your RENAULT
Dealer as soon as possible.
Radiator: never fill a hot radiator with cold coolant if a considerable quantity h\
as been lost. After any operation
on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling s\
ystem, it must be refilled with a new
mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products app\
roved by RENAULT’s Technical
Department may be used for this purpose.
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OPERATING FAULTS (continued)
Electrical equipment CAUSES REMEDIAL ACTION
- faulty earth connection. See above. - disconnected wire or incorrectly- positioned connector, Check and reconnect the wire or the
connector.
The headlights One only:
no longer operate. - bulb blown. Replace bulb.
Traces of condensation in the lights. This is not a fault. The presence of
traces of condensation in lights is a
natural phenomenon linked to
variations in temperature.
These traces soon disappear when the
lights are switched on.
Both: - if the circuit is fused. Check and replace if necessary.
The headlights do not switch off. Faulty electrical controls. Contact your RENAULT Dealer.
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has chosen ELF
Engines of all types
except 1. 9 dCi wi th
particle filter
1.9 dCi engines
with particle filter
Petrol and LPG engines
except 2.0T 16V
Renault Sport
Engine all types except
2.0T 16V Renault Sport
and 1.9 dCi with a par-
ticle filter
Gearbox
ELF EXCELLIUM LDX 5W-40ACEA A3 / B4Optimum performance and maximum protection in the most severe conditions
All types of driving
ELF EVOLUTION SXR 5W-40ACEA A3 / B4
Optimum performance
All types of driving
ELF SOLARIS RNX 5W-30ACEA C3
Optimum performance, par ticle filter protection and respect for the environment
All types of driving
ELF EVOLUTION SXR 5W-30ACEA A5 / B5
Fuel economy, engine protection and respect for the environment.
All types of driving
ELF COMPETITION ST 10W-40
ELF TURBO DIESEL 10W-40ACEA A3 / B4
ACEA B3 / B4
Other RENAULT approved lubricants for normal use.
Elf has developed specific lubricants for each Renault transmission:Tranself TRJ 75W80, Tranself TRT 75W80, Tranself TRP 75W80, Tranself TRX 75W80 for manual
gearboxes, Renaultmatic D3Syn and Renaultmatic D2 for automatic transmissions.These fluids are actively involved in the operation of your vehicle. (*)
RENAULT recommends using approved ELF products when topping up or changing the oil.
(*) Refer to your vehicle's Warranty and Services booklet for information regarding which grade of oil to use.
Consult your RENAULT Dealer or visit www.lubricants.elf.com
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/ 13-15, quai Le Gallo - 92100 Boulogne-B illancour t
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