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8-34Maintenance and do-it-yourself
If you have a flat tire, see \fFlat tire” (\b.6-2) .
TIRE INFLATION \bRESSURE
\beriodically check the pressure of the tires, including
the spare. An incorrect tire pressure may adversely
affect tire life and vehicle handling. The tire pressure
should be checked when tires are COLD. Tires are
considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked
for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1.6 km (1 mile) .
COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire placard.
(See \fVehicle identification” (\b.9-7) for the location of
the tire placard.)
Insufficient pressure can lead to an overheating of the
tire and subsequent internal damage. At high speeds,
this could result in tread separation and even bursting
of the tire.
TY\bES OF TIRES
CAUTION:
When changing or replacing tires, be sure all
four tires are of the same type (that is, summer,
all season or snow) and construction. A RE-
NAULT dealer may be able to help you with
information about tire type, size, speed rating
and availability.
Replacement tires may have a lower speed rating than
the factory equipped tires, and they may not match the
potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the
maximum speed rating of the tire.
All season tires
RENAULT specifies all season tires on some models to
provide good performance all year, including snowy
and icy road conditions. All season tires are identified
by ALL SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall.
Snow tires have better snow traction than all season
tires and may be more appropriate in some areas.
Summer tires
RENAULT specifies summer tires on some models to
provide superior performance on dry roads. Summer
tire performance is substantially reduced in snow and
ice. Summer tires do not have the tire traction rating
M&S on the tire sidewall.
If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy
conditions, RENAULT recommends the use of snow or
all season tires on all four wheels.
Snow tires
If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires
equivalent in size and load rating to the original
equipment tires. If you do not, it can adversely affect
the safety and handling of your vehicle.
Generally, snow tires have lower speed ratings than
factory equipped tires and may not match the potential
maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum
speed rating of the tire. If you install snow tires, they
must be the same size, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels.
For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may
be used. However, some states and provinces prohibit
their use. Check local, state and provincial laws before
installing studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities
of studded snow tires on wet or dry surfaces may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow tires.
TIRE CHAINS
Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to
location. Check the local laws before installing tire
chains. When installing tire chains, make sure that they
are of proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are
installed according to the chain manufacturer’s in-
structions.
Use chain tensioners when recommended by the tire
chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links
of the tire chains must be secured or removed to
prevent the possibility of whipping action damage to
the fenders or underbody. If possible, avoid fully
loading your vehicle when using tire chains. In addition,
drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may
be damaged and/or vehicle handling and performance
may be adversely affected.
Tire chains must be installed only on the front wheels
and not on the rear wheels. Never install tire chains on
a T-type spare tire (TEM\bORARY USE ONLY) . Do not
use the chains on dry roads.
TIRE ROTATION
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RENAULT recommends that tires be rotated every
10,000 km (6,000 miles) . However, the timing for tire
rotation may vary according to your driving habits and
TIRES AND WHEELS
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the road surface conditions. (See “Flat tire\f (P.6-\b) for
the tire replacement.)
WARNING:
.After rotating the tires, adjust the tire
pressure.
. Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle
has been driven for 1,000 km (600 miles)
(also in cases of a flat tire, etc.) .
. Incorrect tire selection, fitting, care or main-
tenance can affect vehicle safety with risk of
accident and injury. If in doubt, consult a
RENAULT dealer or the tire manufacturer.
TIRE WEAR AND DAMAGE
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*1Wear indicator
*2Wear indicator location mark
Tires should be periodically inspected for wear,
cracking, bulging or objects caught in the tread. If
excessive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are
found, the tire should be replaced immediately.
The original tires have a built-in tread wear indicator.
When the wear indicator is visible, the tire should be
replaced. Improper service of a spare tire may result in serious
personal injury. If it is necessary to repair the spare tire,
contact a RENAULT dealer.
TIRE AGE
Never use a tire over six years old, regardless of
whether it has been used or not.
Tires degrade with age as well as with the vehicle
usage. Have your tires checked and balanced often by
a repair shop or, if you prefer, a RENAULT dealer.
CHANGING TIRES AND WHEELS
WARNING:
Do not install a deformed wheel or tire even if it
has been repaired. Such wheels or tires could
have structural damage and could fail without
warning.
When replacing a tire, use the same size, speed rating
and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. (See
“Tires and wheels\f (P.9-6) for recommended types and
sizes of tires and wheels.) The use of tires other than
those recommended or the mixed use of tires of
different brands, construction (bias, bias-belted, or
radial) , or tread patterns can adversely affect the ride,
braking, handling, ground clearance, body-to-tire
clearance, snow chain clearance, speedometer cali-
bration, headlight aim and bumper height. Some of
these effects may lead to accidents and could result in
serious personal injury.
If the wheels are changed for any reason, always
replace with wheels which have the same offset
dimension. Wheels of a different offset could cause
early tire wear, possibly degraded vehicle handling
characteristics and/or interference with the brake
discs/drums. Such interference can lead to decreased
braking efficiency and/or early brake pad/shoe wear.
WHEEL BALANCE
Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and
tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of
balance. Therefore, they should be balanced as
required.
SPARE TIRE
Conventional spare tire
A standard tire (the same size as the road wheels) is
supplied with your vehicle.
Temporary-use (T-type) spare tire (if
equipped)
SDI191\bSpare tire label (if equipped)Observe the following precautions if the T-type spare
tire must be used, otherwise your vehicle could be
damaged or involved in an accident.
CAUTION:
.
The T-type spare tire should be used only for
emergency. It should be replaced by the
standard tire at the first opportunity.
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8-36Maintenance and do-it-yourself
.Drive carefully while the T-type spare tire is
installed.
. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while
driving.
. Periodically check the T-type spare tire
inflation pressure, and always keep it at
420 kPa (4.2 bar, 60 psi) .
. Do not drive your vehicle at speeds faster
than 80 km/h (50 MPH) .
. Do not use tire chains on a T-type spare tire.
Tire chains will not fit properly on the T-type
spare tire and may cause damage to the
vehicle.
. Tire tread of the T-type spare tire will wear at
a faster rate than the original tire. Replace
the T-type spare tire as soon as the tread
wear indicators appear.
. Because the T-type spare tire is smaller than
the original tire, ground clearance is re-
duced. To avoid damage to the vehicle do
not drive over obstacles. Also do not drive
the vehicle through an automatic car wash
since it may get caught.
. Do not use the T-type spare tire on other
vehicles.
. Do not use more than one T-type spare tire
at the same time.Emergency tire puncture repair kit (i\f
equipped)
\bhe emergency tire repair kit is supplied to the vehicle
instead o\f a spare tire. \bhe kit must be used \for
temporarily \fixing a minor tire puncture. A\fter using the
repair kit, see a RENAUL\b dealer as soon as possible
\for tire inspection and repair/replacement\(.
CAUTION:
Do not use the emergency tire repair kit under
the following conditions. Call a RENAULT dealer
or professional road assistance.
.when the sealant has passed its expiration
date
. when the cut or the puncture is approxi-
mately 6 mm (0.25 in) or longer
. when the side of the tire is damaged
. when the vehicle has been driven with a
considerable loss of air from the tire
. when the tire is completely displaced inside
or outside the rim
. when the tire rim is damaged
. when two or more tires are punctured
See “Flat tire” (P.6-2) \for more details.
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StartingBefore starting engine ..................\m..................\m....... 5-3
Jum\f starting..................\m..................\m..................\m...... 6-8
Pre\bautions when starting and driving .............. 5-3
Push starting ..................\m..................\m..................\m... 6-10
Starting engine (model with Intelligent
Key system) ..................\m..................\m.....................\m......... 5-10
Starting engine (model without Intelligent
Key system) ..................\m..................\m.....................\m........... 5-9
Starting vehi\ble..................\m..................\m..................\m...... 5-12
Steering Ele\btri\b \fower steering system ..................\m...... 5-35
Steering lo\bk ..................\m..................\m............... 5-6, 5-7
Steering lo\bk release malfun\btion indi\bator.... 2-20
Steering wheel..................\m..................\m..................\m 3-20
Steering wheel swit\bh for audio \bontrols...... 4-54
Sto\f/Start System ..................\m..................\m................. 5-21
Sto\f\fing vehi\ble..................\m..................\m........................ 6-2
Storages..................\m..................\m...............................\m..... 2-40
Stowing damaged tire and tools..................\m............. 6-5
Sun visors ..................\m..................\m..................\m............... 2-41
Sunshade ..................\m..................\m.....................\m............. 2-38
Su\fer lo\bk system ..................\m..................\m.................... 3-4
Su\f\flemental air bag systems ..................\m.............. 1-29
Su\f\flemental \burtain side-im\fa\bt air
bag system ..................\m..................\m..........................\m..... 1-31
Su\f\flemental front-im\fa\bt air bag system........... 1-30
Su\f\flemental Restraint System (SRS) ................. 1-25
Su\f\flemental side-im\fa\bt air bag system ........... 1-31
Swit\bh
Audio \bontrol steering wheel swit\bh............... 4-54
Defogger swit\bh..................\m..................\m............... 2-35
Fog light swit\bh..................\m..................\m................ 2-32
Front fog lights..................\m..................\m..................\m 2-32
Hazard indi\bator flasher swit\bh ..................\m...... 2-36
Headlight aiming \bontrol ..................\m..................\m 2-31
Headlight and turn signal swit\bh ..................\m... 2-29
Headlight swit\bh..................\m..................\m............... 2-29
Ignition swit\bh..................\m..................\m.....................\m. 5-5
Power door lo\bk swit\bh..................\m..................\m..... 3-6
Turn signal swit\bh ..................\m..................\m............ 2-31
Wi\fer and washer swit\bh..................\m................ 2-33
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Ta\bhometer ..................\m..................\m..........................\m..... 2-10
Theft warning system..................\m..................\m............. 3-16
Three-\foint ty\fe seat belts ..................\m..................\m.... 1-9
Three-way \batalyst..................\m..................\m.................... 5-4
TireChanging tires and wheels..................\m.............. 8-35
Installing s\fare tire..................\m..................\m.............. 6-4
Pre\faring tools..................\m..................\m..................\m... 6-2
Removing tire ..................\m..................\m....................... 6-3
S\fare tire..................\m..................\m..........................\m.. 8-35
Stowing damaged tire and tools..................\m....... 6-5
Tire age..................\m..................\m..................\m............. 8-35
Tire equi\fment..................\m..................\m..................\m 5-39
Tire inflation \fressure..................\m..................\m...... 8-34
Tire \fla\bard..................\m..................\m..........................\m. 9-8
Tire re\fla\bement indi\bator ..................\m............... 2-24
Tire wear and damage..................\m..................\m.... 8-35
Tires and wheels ..................\m..................\m..... 8-34, 9-6
Tires Flat tire..............\m..................\m..............................\m......... 6-2
Tire \bhains..................\m..................\m..................\m........ 8-34
Tire rotation..................\m..................\m............... 8-3, 8-34
Ty\fes of tires..................\m..................\m..................\m... 8-34
Tonneau board..................\m..................\m..................\m....... 2-41
Towing Towing \fre\bautions..................\m..................\m.......... 6-11
Towing re\bommended by RENAULT............... 6-11
Towing your vehi\ble..................\m..................\m......... 6-11
Trailer towing..................\m..................\m..................\m... 5-35
Trailer towing..................\m..................\m..................\m.......... 5-35
Transmission Automati\b transmission fluid (ATF)..................\m 8-19
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid..................\m..................\m..................\m........ 8-20
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ..................\m..................\m......... 5-14
Driving with CVT (Continuously
Variable Transmission) ..................\m..................\m....... 5-5 Driving with Manual Transmission (MT) ......... 5-17
Manual transmission (MT)..................\m..................\m. 5-5
Transmission sele\btor lever lo\bk release........ 5-16
Tri\f odometer..................\m..................\m........................... 2-26
Trouble shooting guide.............\m..................\m............... 3-13
Turn signal swit\bh ..................\m..................\m................... 2-31
Turning on \bruise \bontrol ..................\m..................\m...... 5-29
Turning on s\feed limiter..................\m..................\m........ 5-27
Ty\fes of tires..................\m..................\m..................\m.......... 8-34
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Underbody \bleaning ..................\m..................\m................. 7-3
U\f\fer instrument box..................\m..................\m............. 2-40
Using intelligent Key system ..................\m..................\m 3-10
Using remote keyless entry fun\btion..................\m.... 3-15
Using remote keyless entry system..................\m........ 3-7
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Vanity mirrors..................\m..................\m..................\m.......... 3-23
Variable voltage \bontrol system..................\m............. 8-26
Vehi\ble Dimensions ..................\m..................\m..........................\m. 9-7
Identifi\bation number (VIN)..................\m................. 9-7
Information dis\flay..................\m..................\m........... 2-20
S\feed sensing door lo\bk me\bhanism ............... 3-6
Vehi\ble battery..................\m..................\m.....................\m..... 8-23
Vehi\ble Dynami\b Control (VDC) OFF swit\bh....... 5-24
Vehi\ble Dynami\b Control (VDC) system ............... 5-24
Vehi\ble se\burity..................\m..................\m..................\m...... 5-38
Ventilators..................\m..................\m.....................\m............... 4-2
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Warning Lights..................\m..................\m..................\m................. 2-13
Warning and audible reminders..................\m..... 3-12
Warning lights..................\m..................\m................... 2-13
Warning/indi\bator lights and
audible reminders..................\m..................\m............. 2-12
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