engine RENAULT MEGANE RS 2012 X95 / 3.G Repair Manual

levels:windscreen washer reservoir ........................... (current page)
windscreen washer ................................................ (current page)
filter air filter ............................................................. (current page)
filter passenger compartment filter .......................... (current page)
filter oil filter ............................................................. (current page)
filter diesel filter ........................................................ (current page)
tanks and reservoirs: windscreen washer .......................................... (current page)
JauneNoirNoir texte
4.9
ENG_UD18903_5
Niveaux / filtres (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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windscreen/headlight washer reservoir
Filters
levelS (3/3)FilteRS
Windscreen/headlight washer
reservoir
t opping up
With the engine switched off, open
cap 1 , fill until you can see the fluid,
then refit the cap. liquid
Screen wash product (product with an-
tifreeze in winter).
Jets
Use a tool such as a needle to adjust
the height of the windscreen washer
jets.
nOte
Depending on the vehicle, to find
out the fluid level, open cap
1 and
pull out the dipstick.
Filters
The replacement of filter elements (air
filter, passenger compartment filter,
diesel filter, etc.) is scheduled in the
maintenance operations for your vehi -
cle.
Replacement intervals for filter el -
ements: refer to the Maintenance
Service Booklet for your vehicle.
1

battery................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
4.11
ENG_UD11753_3
Batterie (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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The battery 1 does not require any
maintenance.label A
Observe the indications on the battery:
– 2 naked flames and smoking forbid -
den;
– 3 eye protection required;
– 4 keep away from children;
– 5 explosive materials;
– 6 refer to the handbook;
– 7 corrosive materials.
Battery
The battery is a specific
type , please ensure it is
replaced with the same
type. Consult an approved
dealer.
Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid,
which must not come into
contact with eyes or skin. If
it does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water. If necessary,
consult a doctor.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a
risk of explosion.
BA tteR y
Depending on the vehicle, a system
continuously checks the battery charge
status. If the level drops, the message
“Battery low start engine ” is displayed
on the instrument panel. In this case,
start the engine. Then the message
“ Battery charging ” appears on the in -
strument panel for the duration of the
charging time.
The charge status of your battery can
decrease especially if you use your ve-
hicle:
– for short journeys;
– for driving in town;
– when the temperature drops;
– after extended use of consumers
(radio etc.) with the engine switched
off.
Replacing the battery
As this operation is complex, we advise
you to contact an approved Dealer.
1
The engine may be hot
during operations in close
proximity. In addition, the
engine cooling fan may
start at any moment.
Risk of injury.
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maintenance:bodywork ........................................ (up to the end of the DU)
washing ................................................ (up to the end of the DU)
paintwork maintenance ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
anti-corrosion protection ....................... (up to the end of the DU)
4.12
ENG_UD10494_3
Entretien de la carrosserie (X45 - H45 - Renault)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
Bodywork maintenance
BODyWORk MAintenAnCe (1/2)
– Use solvents not approved by our
Technical Department to remove
stains as this could damage the
paintwork.
– Drive frequently in snow or muddy
conditions without washing the ve -
hicle, particularly under the wheel
arches and body.y ou should not:
– Degrease or clean mechanical com-
ponents (e.g. the engine compart -
ment), underneath the body, parts
with hinges (e.g. inside the fuel tank
flap) and painted plastic external
fittings (e.g. bumpers) using high-
pressure cleaning equipment or by
spraying on products not approved
by our Technical Department. If ade-
quate precautions are not taken, this
could give rise to corrosion or opera -
tional faults.
– Wash the vehicle in bright sunlight or
freezing temperatures.
– Scrape off mud or dirt without
prewetting.
– Allow dirt to accumulate.
– Allow rust to form following minor im-
pacts.
protection against the effects
of corrosive agents
Although your vehicle has been treated
with very effective anti-corrosion prod -
ucts, it nevertheless remains subject to
the effects of:
– corrosives in the atmosphere
– atmospheric pollution (urban and
industrial areas),
– saline atmospheres (near the
sea, particularly in hot weather),
– seasonal and damp climatic con-
ditions, (e.g.: road salt in winter,
water from road cleaners, etc.).
– abrasives
Wind-borne dust and sand, mud,
road grit thrown up by other vehi -
cles, etc.
– minor impacts
You should take a minimum number of
precautions in order to safeguard your
vehicle against such risks and not to
lose the benefit of your vehicle’s anti -
corrosion protection.

JauneNoirNoir texte
4.13
ENG_UD10494_3
Entretien de la carrosserie (X45 - H45 - Renault)
ENG_NU_837-6_BDK95_Renault_4
– Before going through a roller type car
wash, return the windscreen wiper
stalk to the Off position (refer to
the information on the “Windscreen
wash/wipe” in Section 1). Check the
mounting of external accessories,
additional lights and mirrors, and
ensure that the wiper blades are se-
cured with adhesive tape.
Remove the radio aerial mast if your
vehicle is fitted with this equipment.
Remember to remove the tape and
refit the antenna after washing.
– Spray mechanical components,
hinges, etc., with products approved
by our Technical Department to
protect them after they have been
cleaned.
BODyWORk MAintenAnCe (2/2)
We have selected special products
to care for your vehicle and you can
obtain these from the manufactur -
er’s accessory outlets.
– Observe the vehicle stopping dis -
tances when driving on gravelled
surfaces to prevent paint damage.
– Repair, or have repaired quickly,
areas where the paint has been
damaged, to prevent corrosion
spreading.
– Remember to visit the body shop
periodically if your vehicle has an
anti-corrosion warranty. Refer to the
Maintenance Service Booklet.
– Respect local regulations about
washing vehicles (e.g. do not wash
your vehicle on a public highway).you should
– Wash your car frequently, with the
engine off , with cleaning products
recommended by our Technical
Department (never use abrasive
products) and be sure to jet-rinse off:
– spots of tree resin and industrial
grime;
– bird droppings, which cause a
chemical reaction with the paint
that rapidly discolours paint -
work and may even cause the
paint to peel off;
Wash the vehicle immediately
to remove these marks since it
is impossible to remove them by
polishing;
– salt, particularly in the wheel
arches and underneath the body
after driving in areas where the
roads have been gritted;
– mud in the wheel arches and un-
derneath the body which form
damp patches.

JauneNoirNoir texte
5.5
ENG_UD18914_3
Kit de gonflage (X61 - X95 - B95 - D95 - L38 - X38 - X32 - B32 - Renaul\
t)
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tyre Pressure KIt (3/3)
– affix driving recommendation label 9
to the dashboard where it can easily
be seen by the driver;
– store the kit;
– start the engine straight away and,
after driving a maximum of approx -
imately 2 miles (3 kilometres) or
10 minutes , stop and check the
pressure using the inflation kit. If it is
above 1.3 bar, adjust it to the rec -
ommended pressure (refer to the
label affixed to the edge of the driv-
er’s door), otherwise contact an ap-
proved dealer: repair is not possible.
n ote: after using the inflation kit, you
should visit an approved Dealer to re -
place the inflation hose and the bottle
of repair product.Precautions when using the
kit
The kit should not be operated for more
than 15 consecutive minutes.
Following repair with the kit,
do not travel further than
120 miles (200 km). In addi -
tion, reduce your speed and
under no circumstances exceed 48
mph (80 km/h). The sticker, which
you must affix in a prominent posi -
tion on the dashboard, reminds you
of this.
Depending on the country or local
legislation, a tyre repaired with the
tyre pressure kit will need to be re-
placed.
Nothing should be placed
around the driver ’s feet
as such objects may slide
under the pedals during
sudden braking manoeuvres and
obstruct their use.
9
8
Once the tyre is inflated correctly:
– stop using the kit;
– close the integrated cap on the bottle
again;
– disconnect adapter 8;
Please be aware that a poorly tightened or missing 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.

JauneNoirNoir texte
5.13
ENG_UD10900_2
Projecteurs avant : remplacement des lampes (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)\
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The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera -
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
The bulbs are under pres -
sure and can break when
replaced.
Risk of injury.
To comply with current legislation,
or as a precaution, you can obtain
an emergency kit from an approved
dealer containing a set of spare
bulbs and fuses.
heaDlIghts: changing bulbs (2/2)
main beam headlight
Remove the cover E , press the bulb
holder 5 downwards to unlock it.
Bulb type: h7.
BcDe3245B6
Front side light
Remove the cover E and pull the bulb
holder 6.
Bulb type: w5w .

5.24
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Fusibles (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Fuses (2/2)
Some accessories are protected by
fuses located in the engine compart -
ment in fuse box C.
However, because of their reduced ac-
cessibility, we advise you to have your
fuses replaced by an approved Dealer.allocation of fuses(the presence of certain fuses depends
on the vehicle equipment level)
1 Electronic parking brake;
2 Brake lights;
3 Automatic door locking;
4 Driver’s electric window;
5 Passenger compartment unit;
6 Direction indicator lights;
7 Navigation system; 8 Interior rear-view mirror;
9 Rear screen wiper;
10 and 11 Rear electric windows;
12 ABS/ESP;
13 Passenger electric window;
14 Windscreen washer;
15 Heated door mirrors;
16 Radio;
17
Luggage compartment accessories
socket;
18 Rear seat accessories socket;
19 Cigarette lighter.
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19

batterytroubleshooting ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.25
ENG_UD9611_2
Batterie : dépannage (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Battery
Battery: troubleshooting (1/2)
to avoid all risk of sparks:
– Ensure that any electrical consumers
(courtesy lights, etc.) are switched
off before disconnecting or recon -
necting the battery.
– When charging, stop the charger
before connecting or disconnecting
the battery.
– Do not place metal objects on the
battery to avoid creating a short cir-
cuit between the terminals.
– Always wait at least one minute after
the engine has been switched off
before disconnecting a battery.
– Make sure that you reconnect the
battery terminals after refitting.
connecting a battery charger
the battery charger must be com -
patible with a battery with nominal
voltage of 12 volts.
Do not disconnect the battery when the
engine is running. Follow the instruc-
tions given by the manufacturer of
the battery charger you are using.
Special procedures may be
required to charge some
batteries. Contact your ap -
proved dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which may
cause an immediate explosion, and
charge the battery in a well-venti -
lated area. Risk of serious injury.
Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid,
which must not come into
contact with eyes or skin. If
it does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water. If necessary,
consult a doctor.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a
risk of explosion.
The engine may be hot when car -
rying out operations in close prox -
imity. In addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.

5.26
ENG_UD9611_2
Batterie : dépannage (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Attach positive lead A to mounting 1
attached to (+) terminal 2 then to
(+) terminal 3 of the battery supplying
the current.
Attach the negative lead B to the
(– ) terminal 4 of the battery supplying
the current, then to the (–) terminal 5
of the discharged battery.
Start the engine. As soon as it is run -
ning, disconnect leads A and B in the
reverse order ( 5 - 4 - 3 - 2 ).
starting the vehicle using the
battery from another vehicle
If you have to use the battery from an-
other vehicle to start, obtain suitable
jump leads (with a large cross section)
from an approved dealer or, if you al -
ready have jump leads, ensure that
they are in perfect condition.
the two batteries must have an iden-
tical nominal voltage of 12 volts. The
battery supplying the current should
have a capacity (amp-hours, Ah) which
is at least the same as that of the dis-
charged battery.
Ensure that there is no risk of contact
between the two vehicles (risk of short
circuiting when the positive terminals
are connected) and that the discharged
battery is properly connected. Switch
off your vehicle ignition.
Start the engine of the vehicle supply -
ing the current and run it at an interme-
diate engine speed.
Battery: troubleshooting (2/2)
2
3
4
5
a
B
1
Check that there is no con-
tact between leads A and B
and that the positive lead A
is not touching any metal
parts on the vehicle supplying the
current.
Risk of injury and/or damage to the
vehicle.
2
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wiper blades ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
wipers blades ............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
5.30
ENG_UD17365_2
Balais d’essuie-vitres (X95 - B95 - D95 - L38 - X38 - X32 - B32 - Re\
nault)
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Wipers (replacing blades)
wInDscreen wIPer BlaDes
replacing windscreen wiper
blades 1
w ith the ignition on and engine
switched off, lower the windscreen
wiper stalk completely: they stop
slightly away from the bonnet.
Lift wiper arm 3 , pull tab 2 (move -
ment A) and push the blade upwards.
t o refit
Slide the blade along the arm until it
clips on. Make sure that the blade is
correctly locked in position. Return the
windscreen wiper stalk to the park po-
sition.
1
2
3
Check the condition of the wiper
blades. You are responsible for their
service life:
– clean the blades, windscreen and
rear screen regularly with soapy
water;
– do not use them when the wind -
screen or rear screen are dry;
– free them from the windscreen or
rear screen when they have not
been used for a long time.
rear screen wiper blade 4
– Lift wiper arm 6;
– pivot blade 4 until some resistance is
met (movement C);
– depending on the vehicle, press
tab 5, then remove the blade by pull -
ing it (movement B).
t o refit
To refit the wiper blade, proceed in re-
verse order to removal. Make sure that
the blade is correctly locked in position.
4
5
B
c
a
6
– In frosty weather, make
sure that the wiper blades
are not stuck by ice (to
avoid the risk of the motor
overheating).
– Check the condition of the wiper
blades.
Replace the wiper blades as soon
as they begin to lose efficiency
(approximately once a year).
Whilst changing the blade, take care
not to drop the arm onto the window
after it has been removed as this
may break the window.