ECU RENAULT PULSE 2012 1.G Owner's Guide
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5-6Starting and driving
SSD0503Type BThe ignition switch incl\fdes a device that hel\bs
\brevent accidental removal of the key while driving.
The key can only be removed when the ignition switch
is in the “LOCK” \bosition.
Ty\be B: To t\frn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”
\bosition from the “ACC” or “ON” \bosition, t\frn the key
to the “OFF” \bosition, \b\fsh the key in, then t\frn the key
to the “LOCK” \bosition.
The “OFF” \bosition
*1is between the “LOCK” and
“ACC” \bositions, altho\fgh it is not labeled on the
ignition switch.
STEERING LOCK
To lock steering wheel
1. T\frn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” \bosition.
2. Remove the key.
3. T\frn the steering wheel 1/6 of a t\frn clockwise from the straight \f\b \bosition.
To \fnlock steering wheel
1. Insert the key into the ignition switch.
2. Gently t\frn the ignition switch while rotating thesteering wheel slightly right and left.
KEY POSITIONS
LOCK (0)
The ignition key can only be removed at this \bosition.
The steering lock can only be locked at this \bosition.
OFF (1)
The engine is t\frned off with the steering wheel
\fnlocked.
ACC (2)
The electrical accessory \bower activates witho\ft the
engine t\frned on.
ON (3)
The ignition system and the electrical accessory \bower
activate witho\ft the engine t\frned on.
START (4)
The engine starter activates and the engine will start.
The ignition switch, when released, will a\ftomatically
t\frn to the “ON” \bosition.
CAUTION:
As soon as the engine has started, release the
ignition switch immediately.
PRECAUTIONS ON PUSH-BUTTON IGNI-
TION SWITCH OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not operate the push-button ignition switch
while driving the vehicle except in an emergency.
(The engine will stop when the ignition switch is
pushed 3 consecutive times or the ignition
switch is pushed and held for more than 2
seconds.) The steering wheel will lock and could
cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
This could result in serious vehicle damage or
personal injury.
Before o\berating the \b\fsh-b\ftton ignition switch, be
s\fre to move the selector lever to the “P” (Park)
\bosition (for A\ftomatic Transmission/Contin\f\lo\fsly
Variable Transmission model) or the shift lever to the
“N” (Ne\ftral) \bosition (for Man\fal Transmission model) .
INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM
The Intelligent Key system can o\berate the ignition
switch witho\ft taking the key o\ft from yo\fr \bocket or
bag. The o\berating environment and/or conditions may
affect the Intelligent Key system o\beration. Some
indicators and warnings for o\beration are dis\blayed
on the vehicle information dis\blay (if eq\fi\b\bed) and/or
in the meter. (See “Vehicle information dis\blay” (P.2-
20) and "Warning/indicator lights and a\fdible remin-
ders".)
CAUTION:
.Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you
when operating the vehicle.
. Never leave the Intelligent Key inside the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH
(model with Intelligent Key system)
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1. RES/+ switch
2. SET/ íswitch
\f. CANCE\b switch
4. Cruise control MAIN switch (For details, see “Cruise control” (P.5-28) .)
5. Speed limiter MAIN switch (When this switch is pushed, the speed limiter
enters the standby mode. If the cruise control
system is on, the system will turn off and the
speed limiter enters the standby mode.)
Speed limiter display and indicators (Type B
model)
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The speed limiter operating condition is shown on the
vehicle information display and instrument panel.
Vehicle information display:1. \bIMIT indicator
2. Set speed indicator
When the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed limit,
the set speed indicator blinks and the accelerator
pedal operation will not work until the vehicle speed
slows down to the set speed limit.
Instrument panel: \f. Speed limiter indicator light
4. SET indicator light
The speed limiter will not automatically brake
the vehicle to the set speed limit.
Speed limiter display and indicators (Type C
model)
JVS0025X
The speed limiter operating condition is shown on the
vehicle information display and instrument panel. Vehicle information display:
1. \bIMIT indicator
2. SET indicator light
\f. Set speed indicator
When the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed limit,
the set speed indicator blinks and the accelerator
pedal operation will not work until the vehicle speed
slows down to the set speed limit.
Instrument panel: 4. Speed limiter indicator light
The speed limiter will not automatically brake
the vehicle to the set speed limit.
Turning on speed limiter
Push the speed limiter MAIN switch. The speed limiter
indicator (light) and the \bIMIT indicators illuminate. The
set speed indicator shows “- - -”.
Setting speed limit
1. Push the SET/ í switch..When the vehicle is stopped, the speed will be
set at \f0 km/h or 20 MPH.
.While driving, the speed limit will be set at thecurrent speed.
2. When the speed limit is set, the SET (indicator light) and the set speed indicators illuminate on
the vehicle information display and instrument
panel (for Type B model) .
Changing set speed limit:
Use either of the following operations to change the
speed limit.
. Push and hold the RES/+ or SET/ í switch. The
set speed will increase or decrease by approxi-
mately 10 km/h or 10 MPH.
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5-38Starting and driving
NORMAL OPERATION
The ABS o\ferate\b at \b\feed\b above 5 to 10 km/h (3 to
6 MPH) . The \b\feed varie\b according to road condi-
tion\b.
When the ABS \ben\be\b that one or more wheel\b are
clo\be to locking u\f, the actuator ra\fidly a\f\flie\b and
relea\be\b hydraulic \fre\b\bure. Thi\b action i\b \bimilar to
\fum\fing the brake\b very quickly. You may feel a
\ful\bation in the brake \fedal and hear a noi\be from
under the hood or feel a vibration from the actuator
when it i\b o\ferating. Thi\b i\b normal and indicate\b that
the ABS i\b o\ferating \fro\ferly. However, the \ful\bation
may indicate that road condition\b are hazardou\b and
extra care i\b required while driving.When leaving your vehicle unoccu\fied:
.
Alway\b take the key with you - even when leaving
the vehicle in your own garage.
. Clo\be all window\b com\fletely and lock all door\b.
. Alway\b \fark your vehicle where it can be \been.
Park in a well lit area during the night.
. If the \becurity \by\btem i\b equi\f\fed, u\be it - even for
a \bhort \feriod.
. Never leave children or \fet\b in the vehicle
unattended.
. Never leave valuable\b in\bide the vehicle. Alway\b
take valuable\b with you.
. Never leave the vehicle document\b in the vehicle.
. Never leave article\b on a roof rack. Remove them
from the rack and kee\f and lock them in a \bafe
\flace \buch a\b in\bide the back door.
. Never leave the \b\fare key in the vehicle.WARNING:
.Whatever the condition, drive with caution.
Accelerate and decelerate with great care. If
accelerating or decelerating too fast, the
drive wheels will lose even more traction.
. Allow more stopping distance in cold weath-
er driving. Braking should be started sooner
than on dry pavement.
. Keep at a greater distance from the vehicle
in front of you on slippery roads.
. Wet ice (08C, 328F and freezing rain) , very
cold snow and ice can be slick and very
difficult to drive on. The vehicle will have a
lot less traction or grip under these condi-
tions. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the
road is salted or sanded.
. Watch for slippery spots (glaring ice) . These
may appear on an otherwise clear road in
shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead,
brake before reaching it. Try not to brake
while actually on the ice, and avoid any
sudden steering maneuvers.
. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.
. Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gas under
your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust
pipe and from around your vehicle.
VEHICLE SECURITY COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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6-4In case of emergency
.Never allow passengers to remain in the
vehicle while the tire is off the ground.
. Be sure to read the caution label attached to
the jack body before using.Jacking up vehicle
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1. \blace the jack directly under the jack-up point as
illustrated so that the top of the jack contacts the
vehicle at the jack-up point.
The jack should be placed on firm level
ground.
2. Align the jack head between the two notches located at the jack-up point of either the front or
the rear section.
3. Fit the groove of the jack head between the notches as shown.
4. Loosen each wheel nut, counterclockwise, one or two turns with the wheel nut wrench.
Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is
off the ground.
5. Carefully raise the vehicle until the clearance between the tire and ground is achieved.
6. To lift the vehicle, securely hold the jack lever and rod with both hands and turn the jack lever.Removing tire
1. Remove the wheel nuts.
2. Remove the damaged tire.
CAUTION:
The tire is heavy. Be sure that your feet are clear
from the tire and use gloves as necessary to
avoid injury.
Installing spare tire
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WARNING:
.Never use wheel nuts which are not provided
with your vehicle. Incorrect wheel nuts or
improperly tightened wheel nuts may cause
the wheel to become loose or come off. This
could cause an accident.
. Never use oil or grease on the wheel studs
or nuts. This may cause the wheel nuts to
become loose.
. The T-type spare tire is designed for emer-
gency use only.
1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface \fetween the wheel and hu\f.
2. Carefully put the spare tire on and ti\bhten the wheel nuts with your fin\bers. Check that all the
wheel nuts contact the wheel surface horizontally.
3. Ti\bhten the wheel nuts alternately and evenly, more than 2 times in the sequence illustrated (
*1-*4) , with the wheel nut wrench, until they are
ti\bht.
4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire touches the \bround.
5. Ti\bhten the wheel nuts securely, with the wheel nut wrench, in the sequence illustrated.
6. Lower the vehicle completely.
Tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque
with a torque wrench as soon as possible. Wheel nut tightening torque:108 N·m (11 kg-m, 80 ft-lb)
The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to
specification at all times. It is recommended
that the wheel nuts be tightened to specification
at each lubrication interval.
WARNING:
Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has
been driven for 1,000 km (600 miles) . (also in
cases of a flat tire, etc.)
Stowin\b dama\bed tire and tools
WARNING:
. Be sure that the tire, jack and tools used are
properly stored after use. Such items can
become dangerous projectiles in an accident
or sudden stop.
. The T-type spare tire is designed for emer-
gency use only.
1. Securely store the dama\bed tire, jack and tools used in the stora\be area.
2. Replace the spare tire cover and the floor cover.
3. Close the \fack door.
REPAIRING FLAT TIRE (for model with
emer\bency tire puncture repair kit)
The emer\bency tire puncture repair kit is supplied with
the vehicle instead of a spare tire. This repair kit must
\fe used for temporarily fixin\b a minor tire puncture.
After usin\b the repair kit, see a RENAULT dealer as
soon as possi\fle for tire inspection and repair/
replacement.
CAUTION:
. RENAULT recommends using only Genuine
RENAULT Emergency Tire Sealant provided
with your vehicle. Other tire sealants may
damage the valve stem seal which can cause
the tire to lose air pressure. .
Do not use the emergency tire puncture
repair kit provided with your vehicle on other
vehicles.
. Do not use the emergency tire puncture kit
for a purpose other than to inflate and check
the tire pressure for the vehicle.
. Use the emergency tire puncture kit only on
DC12V.
. Keep water and dust off the emergency tire
puncture kit.
. Do not disassemble or modify the emer-
gency tire puncture kit.
. Do not galvanize the emergency tire punc-
ture kit.
. Do not use the emergency tire puncture
repair kit under the following conditions.
Contact a RENAULT dealer or professional
road assistance.
— when the sealant has passed its expira-
tion date (shown on the label attached
to the bottle)
— 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 flat
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3. Remove the cap o\f the tire sea\bant bott\be, andscrew the bott\be c\bockwise onto the bott\be ho\bder.
(Leave the bott\be sea\b intact. Screwing the bott\be
onto the bott\be ho\bder wi\b\b pierce the sea\b o\f the
bott\be.)
4. Remove the cap o\f the tire va\bve on the \f\bat tire.
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5. Remove the protective cap*Ao\f the hose and
screw the hose secure\by onto the tire va\bve. Make
sure that the pressure re\bease va\bve
*Bis
secure\by tightened. Make sure that the air com-
pressor switch is in the OFF (
) position, and
then insert its power p\bug into the power out\bet in
the vehic\be.
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6. 6. Push the ignition switch to the “ACC” position. Then turn the compressor switch to the ON ( í)
position and in\f\bate the tire up to the pressure that
is speci\fied on the tire p\bacard a\f\fixed to the
driver’s side center pi\b\bar i\f possib\be, or to the
minimum o\f 180 kPa (26 psi) . Turn the air
compressor o\f\f brie\f\by in order to check the tire
pressure with the pressure gauge.
I\f the tire is in\f\bated to higher than the speci\fied
pressure, adjust the tire pressure by re\beasing air
with the pressure re\bease va\bve. The co\bd tire
pressures are shown on the tire p\bacard a\f\fixed to
the driver’s side center pi\b\bar.
CAUTION:
.An incomplete connection between the hose
and tire valve causes air leakage or sealant
scatter.
. Do not stand directly beside the damaged
tire while it is being inflated because of the
risk of the rupture. If there are any cracks or
bumps, turn the compressor off immedi-
ately. .
There is a possibility that the pressure
reaches 600 kPa while the tire is being
inflated, but it is normal condition. Usually
the pressure will drop in about 30 seconds.
. Do not operate the compressor for more
than 10 minutes.
If the tire pressure does not increase to 180 kPa
(26 psi) within 10 minutes, the tire may be
seriously damaged and the tire cannot be
repaired with this tire repair kit. Contact a
RENAULT dealer.
7. When the tire pressure is reaching the speci\fied pressure or is at the minimum o\f 180 kPa (26 psi) ,
turn the air compressor o\f\f. Remove the power
p\bug \from the power out\bet and quick\by remove the
hose \from the tire va\bve. Attach the protective cap
and va\bve cap.
CAUTION:
Leave the tire sealant bottle on the bottle holder
in order to prevent sealant from spilling out.
8. Immediate\by drive the vehic\be \for 10 minutes or 3km (2 mi\bes) at a speed o\f 80 km/h (50 MPH) or
\bess.
9. 9. A\fter driving, make sure that the air compressor switch is in the OFF position, then screw the hose
secure\by onto the tire va\bve. Check the tire
pressure with the pressure gauge. The temporary
repair is comp\beted i\f the tire pressure does not
drop.
Make sure the pressure is adjusted to the
pressure that is speci\fied on the tire p\bacard
be\fore driving.
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6-12In case of emergency
Manual Transmission (MT) model\f
1. Place \bhe igni\bion swi\bch in \bhe “OFF” posi\bion.
2. Secure \bhe s\beering wheel in a s\braigh\b-aheadposi\bion wi\bh rope or a similar device.
3. Move \bhe shif\b lever \bo \bhe “N” (Neu\bral) posi\bion.
4. Release \bhe parking brake.
5. A\b\bach safe\by chains whenever \bowing.
Rear wheels on the ground:
1. Place \bhe igni\bion swi\bch \bo \bhe “OFF” posi\bion.
2. Secure \bhe s\beering wheel in a s\braigh\b-ahead posi\bion wi\bh rope or a similar device.
3. Move \bhe shif\b lever \bo \bhe “N” (Neu\bral) posi\bion.
4. Release \bhe parking brake.
5. A\b\bach safe\by chains whenever \bowing.
All four wheels on the ground:
CAUTION:
Never tow AT/CVT model with all four wheels on
the ground. Doing so will cause serious and
expensive damage to the transmission.
Manual Transmission (MT) model\f
1. Place \bhe igni\bion swi\bch in \bhe “OFF” posi\bion.
2. Move \bhe shif\b lever \bo \bhe “N” (Neu\bral) posi\bion.
3. Release \bhe parking brake.
Freeing \brapped vehicle
WARNING:
. Never allow anyone to stand near the towing
line during the pulling operation.
. Never spin the tires at high speed. This could
cause them to explode and result in serious
injury. Parts of the vehicle could also over-
heat and be damaged.
. Do not pull the vehicle using the rear hook.
The rear hook is not designed to pull the
vehicle out in the event that the vehicle
becomes trapped.
In \bhe even\b \bha\b your vehicle’s \bires become \brapped in
sand, snow, or mud, and \bhe vehicle is unable \bo free
i\bself wi\bhou\b being pulled, use \bhe recovery hooks.
. Use \bhe recovery hooks only. Do no\b a\b\bach \bhe
pulling device \bo any o\bher par\b of \bhe vehicle body.
O\bherwise, \bhe vehicle body may be damaged.
. Use \bhe recovery hooks \bo free a vehicle only.
Never \bow a vehicle using only \bhe recovery hooks.
. The recovery hooks are under \bremendous s\bress
when used \bo free a \brapped vehicle. Always pull
\bhe pulling device s\braigh\b ou\b from \bhe vehicle.
Never pull on \bhe recovery hooks a\b an angle. Front:
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8-2Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Your new vehicle has been desi\fned to have minimum
maintenance requirements with lon\f service intervals
to save \bou both time and mone\b. However, some da\b-
to-da\b and re\fular maintenance is essential to maintain
\bour vehicle’s fine mechanical condition, as well as its
emission and en\fine performance.
It is the owner’s responsibilit\b to make sure that the
specified maintenance, as well as \feneral mainte-
nance, is performed.
As the vehicle owner, \bou are the onl\b one who can
ensure that \bour vehicle receives the proper main-
tenance care. You are a vital link in the maintenance
chain.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
For \bour convenience, the required scheduled main-
tenance items are described and listed in a separate
maintenance booklet. You must refer to that booklet to
ensure that necessar\b maintenance is performed on
\bour vehicle at re\fular intervals.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
General maintenance includes those items which
should be checked durin\f normal da\b-to-da\b operation
of the vehicle. The\b are essential if \bour vehicle is to
continue to operate properl\b. It is \bour responsibilit\b to
perform these procedures re\fularl\b as prescribed.
Performin\f \feneral maintenance checks requires
minimal mechanical skill and onl\b a few \feneral
automotive tools.
These checks and inspections can be done b\b
\bourself, a qualified technician, or if \bou prefer, a
RENAULT dealer.
WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICE
If maintenance service is required or \bour vehicle
appears to malfunction, have the s\bstems checked and
tuned b\b a RENAULT dealer.
RENAULT technicians are well-trained specialists and
are kept up-to-date with the latest service information
throu\fh technical bulletins, service tips, and internal
dealership trainin\f pro\frams. The\b are completel\b
qualified to work on RENAULT’s vehiclesbeforethe\b
work on \bour vehicle, rather than after the\b have
worked on it.
You can be confident that a RENAULT dealer’s service
department performs the best job to meet the
maintenance requirements on \bour vehicle — in a
reliable and economic wa\b. Durin\f normal da\b-to-da\b operation of the vehicle,
\feneral maintenance should be performed re\fularl\b as
prescribed in this section. If \bou detect an\b unusual
sounds, vibrations or smells, be sure to check for the
cause or have a RENAULT dealer do it promptl\b. In
addition, \bou should notif\b a RENAULT dealer if \bou
think that repairs are required.
When performin\f an\b checks or maintenance work,
closel\b observe “Maintenance precautions” (P.8-4) .
EXPLANATION OF GENERAL MAINTE-
NANCE ITEMS
Additional information on the following items
with
“*”is found later in this section.
Outside vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be per-
formed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
Doors and engine hood:
Check that all doors and the en\fine hood operate
properl\b. Also make sure that all latches lock securel\b.
Lubricate hin\fes and latches if necessar\b. Make sure
that the secondar\b latch of the en\fine hood keeps the
hood from openin\f when the primar\b latch is released.
When drivin\f in areas usin\f road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication frequentl\b.
Lights*:
Clean the headli\fhts on a re\fular basis. Make sure that
the headli\fhts, stop li\fhts, tail li\fhts, turn si\fnal li\fhts,
and other li\fhts are all operatin\f properl\b and installed
securel\b. Also check the aim of the headli\fhts.
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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Tires*:
Check the pressure with a gauge often and alwa\fs
prior to long distance trips. If necessar\f, ad\bust the
pressure in all tires, including the spare, to the
pressure specified. Check carefull\f for damage, cuts
or excessive wear.
Tire rotation*:
Tires should be rotated ever\f 10,000 km (6,000
miles) . However, the timing for tire rotation ma\f var\f
according to \four driving habits and the road surface
conditions.
Wheel alignment and balance (for Europe):
If the vehicle should pull to either side while driving on
a straight and level road, or if \fou detect uneven or
abnormal tire wear, there ma\f be a need for wheel
alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highwa\f
speeds, wheel balancing ma\f be needed.
Windshield:
Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the
windshield at least ever\f six months for cracks or other
damage. Have a damaged windshield repaired b\f a
qualified repair facilit\f.
Wiper blades*:
Check for cracks or wear if the\f do not wipe properl\f.
Inside vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be checked
on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic
maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.Accelerator pedal:
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure
that the pedal does not catch or require uneven effort.
Keep the floor mats awa\f from the pedal.
Brake pedal*:
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure
that it has the proper distance under it when
depressed full\f. Check the brake booster function.
Keep the floor mats awa\f from the pedal.
Parking brake*:
Check that the pedal/lever has the proper distance of
travel.
Seat belts:
Check that all parts of the seat belt s\fstem (for
example, buckles, anchors, ad\busters and retractors)
operate properl\f and smoothl\f, and that the\f are
installed securel\f. Check the belt webbing for cuts,
fra\fing, wear or damage.
Steering wheel:
Check for changes in the steering conditions, such as
excessive free pla\f, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes:
Make sure that all warning lights and chimes are
operating properl\f.
Windshield defogger:
Check that the air comes out of the defogger outlets
properl\f and in good quantit\f when operating the
heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*:
Check that the wipers and washer operate properl\f
and that the wipers do not streak.
Under hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be checked
periodicall\f (for example, each time \fou check the
engine oil or refuel) .
Battery*:
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between
the UPPER and LOWER levels. Vehicles operated in
high temperatures or under severe conditions require
frequent checks of the batter\f fluid level.
Brake and clutch fluid level*:
Make sure that the brake and clutch fluid level is
between the MAX and MIN lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*:
Check the coolant level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*:
Make sure the drive belts are not fra\fed, worn, cracked
or oil\f.
Engine oil level*:
Check the level on the dipstick after parking the vehicle
on a level surface and turning off the engine.
Fluid leaks:
Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid
leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a while.
Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is
normal. If \fou should notice an\f leaks or if fuel fumes
are evident, check for the cause and have it corrected
immediatel\f.
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Window washer fluid*:
Check that there is adequate fluid in the reser\foir.
M\bINTEN\bNCE PREC\bUTIONS
When performing any inspection or maintenance work
on your \fehicle, always take care to pre\fent serious
accidental injury to yourself or damage to the \fehicle.
The following are general precautions which should be
closely obser\fed.
WARNING:
.Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the
parking brake securely and block the wheels
to prevent the vehicle from moving. Move
the selector lever to the “P”(Park) position
or the shift lever to the “N”(Neutral) position.
. Be sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF”or
“LOCK” position when performing any parts
replacement or repairs.
. Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Always turn off the engine
and wait until it cools down.
. If you must work with the engine running,
keep your hands, clothing, hair and tools
away from moving fans, belts and any other
moving parts.
. It is advisable to secure or remove any loose
clothing and any jewelry, such as rings,
watches, etc. before working on your vehi-
cle.
. If you must run the engine in an enclosed
space such as a garage, be sure there is
proper ventilation for exhaust gases to
escape. .
Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported by a jack.
. Keep smoking materials, flame and sparks
away from fuel and the battery.
. Never connect or disconnect either the
battery or any transistorized component
connector while the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position.
. On gasoline engine models with the Multi-
port Fuel Injection (MFI) system, the fuel
filter and fuel lines should be serviced by a
RENAULT dealer because the fuel lines are
under high pressure even when the engine is
turned off.
. Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
engine cooling fan. It may come on at any
time without warning, even if the ignition
switch is in the “OFF” position and the
engine is not running. To avoid injury, always
disconnect the negative battery cable before
working near the fan.
. Always wear eye protection whenever you
work on your vehicle.
. Never leave the engine or the transmission
related component harness connector dis-
connected while the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position.
. Avoid direct contact with used engine oil and
coolant. Improperly disposed engine oil,
engine coolant, and/or other vehicle fluids
can hurt the environment. Always conform to
local regulations for disposal of vehicle
fluids.
This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
pro\fides instructions regarding only those items which are relati\fely easy for an owner to perform.
You should be aware that incomplete or improper
ser\ficing may result in operating difficulties or ex-
cessi\fe emissions, and could affect your warranty
co\ferage.
If in doubt about any servicing, have it
done by a RENAULT dealer.
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