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Welcome to the growing family of new REN\fULT
owner\b. Thi\b vehicle ha\b been delivered to you with
confidence. It ha\b been produced u\bing the late\bt
technique\b and \btrict quality control.
Thi\b manual wa\b prepared to help you under\btand the
operation and maintenance of your vehicle \bo that you
may enjoy many kilometer\b (mile\b) of driving plea\bure.
Plea\be read through thi\b manual before operating your
vehicle.
\f \beparate Maintenance \bervice document for your
vehicle explain\b detail\b about the warrantie\b covering
your vehicle.
Your REN\fULT dealer know\b your vehicle be\bt. When
you require any \bervice or have any que\btion\b, we will
be glad to a\b\bi\bt you with the exten\bive re\bource\b
available for you.
IMPORT\fNT S\fFETY INFORM\fTION
Reminder\b for \bafety!
Follow the\be important driving rule\b to help en\bure a
\bafe and complete trip for you and your pa\b\benger\b!
.NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
. ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and
never drive too fast for conditions.
. ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate
child restraint systems. Preteen children
should be seated in the rear seat.
. ALWAYS provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features to all
occupants of the vehicle.
. ALWAYS review this Driver’s Handbook for
important safety information.
When reading the manual
Thi\b manual include\b information for all option\b
available on thi\b model. Therefore, you may find \bome
information that doe\b not apply to your vehicle.
\fll information, \bpecification\b and illu\btration\b in thi\b
manual are tho\be in effect at the time of printing.
REN\fULT re\berve\b the right to change \bpecification\b
or de\bign\b without notice and without obligation.
MODIFIC\fTION OF YOUR VEHICLE
Thi\b vehicle \bhould not be modified. Modification could
affect it\b performance, \bafety or durability, and may
even violate governmental regulation\b. In addition,
damage or performance problem\b re\bulting from
modification\b may not be covered under REN\fULT
warrantie\b.
Read fir\bt — then drive \bafely
Before driving your vehicle, read thi\b Driver’\b Hand-
book carefully. Thi\b will en\bure familiarity with control\b
and maintenance requirement\b, a\b\bi\bting you in the
\bafe operation of your vehicle.
Throughout thi\b manual we have u\bed the \bymbol
followed by the word WARNING. Thi\b i\b u\bed
to indicate the pre\bence of a hazard that could cau\be
death or \beriou\b per\bonal injury. To avoid or reduce the
ri\bk, the procedure\b mu\bt be followed preci\bely.
The \bymbol
followed by the word CAUTIONi\b
al\bo u\bed throughout thi\b manual to indicate the
pre\bence of a hazard that could cau\be minor or
moderate per\bonal injury or damage\b to your vehicle.
To avoid or reduce the ri\bk, the procedure\b mu\bt be
followed carefully.
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“Do not let this happen”.
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mean\b the arrow point\b to the front of the vehicle.
\frrow\b in an illu\btration that are \bimilar to the\be
indicate movement or action.
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Foreword
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Illustrated table of contents0
Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system1
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Heater and air conditioner, and audio system
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Technical information
Index
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Table of
Contents
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1 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplementalrestraint system
Seats ..................\(..................\(..................\(.......................\(..................\(............ 1-2
Front seats ..................\(..................\(..................\(.......................\(............. 1-2
Rear seats ..................\(..................\(..................\(............................\(......... 1-4
Head restraints (i\f equipped\b ..................\(..................\(.....................\( 1-5
Armrest (i\f equipped\b ..................\(..................\(..........................\(......... 1-6
Seat belts ..................\(..................\(..................\(..................\(..................\(........ 1-7 Precautions on seat belt usage ..................\(..................\(................ 1-7
Child sa\fety ..................\(..................\(..................\(..................\(................. 1-8
Pregnant women ..................\(..................\(..........................\(................. 1-9
Injured persons ..................\(..................\(..................\(............................\( 1-9
Center mark on seat belts ..................\(..................\(..........................\( 1-9
Three-point type seat belts ..................\(..................\(..................\(...... 1-9
Two-point type seat belts (i\f equipped\b ..................\(................. 1-12
Seat belt maintenance ..................\(..................\(..................\(............ 1-13 Child restraints ..................\(..................\(..........................\(..................\(..... 1-13
Precautions on child restraint usage ..................\(..................\(.. 1-13
Universal child restraints \for \front seat and rear seats
(\for Europe\b ..................\(..................\(..................\(.......................\(...... 1-14
ISOFIX child restraint system (i\f equipped\b ..................\(....... 1-17
Child restraint anchorage (i\f equipped\b ..................\(.............. 1-18
Child restraint installation using ISOFIX ..................\(.............. 1-19
Child restraint installation using seat belt ..................\(........... 1-21
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS\b ..................\(..................\(...... 1-25 Precautions on Supplemental Restraint System (SRS\b .... 1-25
Supplemental air bag systems ..................\(..................\(............. 1-29
Pre-tensioner seat belt system (i\f equipped\b ..................\(..... 1-31
Repair and replacement procedure ..................\(..................\(.... 1-32
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2. Adjust the seat belt length. To shorten, hold thetongue and \full the u\f\fer belt as illustrated*1.
To lengthen, hold the tongue and \full the under
belt as illustrated
*2.
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3. Position the la\f belt \fortion low and snug on the
hi\fs as shown.
Unfastening seat belts
Push the button on the buckle.
SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE
Periodically check that the seat belt and all the metal
com\fonents, such as buckles, tongues, retractors,
flexible wires and anchors, work \fro\ferly. If loose \farts,
deterioration, cuts or other damage on the seat belt
webbing is found, the entire seat belt assembly should
be re\flaced.
If dirt builds u\f in the shoulder belt guide of the seat
belt anchors, the seat belts may retract slowly. Wi\fe
the shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.
To clean the seat belt webbing, a\f\fly a mild soa\f
solution or any solution recommended for cleaning
u\fholstery or car\fet. Then wi\fe with a cloth and allow
the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat
belts to retract until they are com\fletely dry.
PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINT
USAGE
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WARNING:
.Infants and small children should never be
carried on your lap. It is not possible for even
the strongest adult to resist the forces of a
severe accident. The child could be crushed
between the adult and parts of the vehicle.
Also, it is dangerous to put a seat belt
around a child being carried on the occu-
pant’s lap.
. Infants and children need special protection.
The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them
properly. The shoulder belt may come too
close to the face or neck. The lap belt may
not fit over their small hip bones. In an
accident, an improperly fitting seat belt
could cause serious or fatal injury.
. Infants and small children should always be
placed in an appropriate child restraint
system while riding in the vehicle. Failure
to use a child restraint system can result in
serious injury or death. .
Child restraint systems specially designed
for infants and small children are available
from several manufacturers. When selecting
any child restraint systems, place your child
in the child restraint system and check the
various adjustments to be sure that the child
restraint system is compatible with your
child. Always follow the manufacturer’s in-
structions for installation and use.
. RENAULT recommends that the child re-
straint system be installed in the rear seat.
According to accident statistics, children are
safer when properly restrained in the rear
seat rather than in the front seat.
. Follow all of the child restraint system
manufacturer’s instructions for installation
and use. When purchasing a child restraint
system, be sure to select one which will fit
your child and vehicle. It may not be possible
to properly install some types of child
restraint systems in your vehicle.
. For a front-facing child restraint system,
check to make sure the shoulder belt does
not fit close to child’s face or neck. If it does,
put the shoulder belt behind the child
restraint system.
. Never install a rear-facing child restraint
system in the front seat. An inflating supple-
mental front-impact air bag could seriously
injure or kill your child. A rear-facing child
restraint system must only be used in the
rear seat.
. Adjustable seatbacks should be positioned
to fit a child restraint system, but as upright
as possible.
Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-13
CHILD RESTRAINTS
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2-24Instruments and controls
INDICATORS FOR MAINTENANCE
JVI0005\f
1. En\bine oil replacement indicator
This indicator appears when the set time comes for
chan\bin\b the en\bine oil. You can set or reset the
distance for chan\bin\b the en\bine oil. (See “Trip
computer (for Type C)” (P.2-25) .)
2. Oil filter replacement indicator
This indicator appears when the set time comes for
replacin\b the oil filter. You can set or reset the distance
for replacin\b the oil filter. (See “Trip computer (for Type
C)” (P.2-25) .)
3. Tire replacement indicator
This indicator appears when the set time comes for
replacin\b tires. You can set or reset the distance for
replacin\b tires. (See “Trip computer (for Type C)” (P.2-
25) .)
4. “OTHER” indicator
This indicator appears when the set time comes for
replacin\b items other than the en\bine oil, oil filter and
tires. You can set or reset the distance for replacin\b the
items. (See “Trip computer (for Type C)” (P.2-25) .)
INDICATORS FOR STOP/START SYSTEM
(if equipped for Europe)
JVI0267\f
1. En\bine stop
If the en\bine stops when the Stop/Start System is
activated, the messa\be is shown.
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2-28Instruments and controls
.WEDDING DAY
Select this s\fbmen\f t\b adj\fst the date \bf the
wedding day message.
MAINTENANCE:
The maintenance intervals \bf the f\bll\bwing items can
be set \br reset f\br the reminders.
. OIL
Select this s\fbmen\f t\b set \br reset the distance
f\br changing the engine \bil.
. FILTER
Select this s\fbmen\f t\b set \br reset the distance
f\br replacing the \bil filter.
. TIRE
Select this s\fbmen\f t\b set \br reset the distance
f\br replacing tires.
. OTHER
Select this s\fbmen\f and set \br reset the distance
f\br replacing items \bther than the engine \bil, \bil
filter and tires.
T\b ret\frn t\b the t\bp page \bf the setting m\bde, select
“BACK”.
OPTIONS (UNIT) (except for Hong Kong):
The \bpti\bn men\f bel\bw can be set t\b y\b\fr preference.
. UNIT
Select this s\fbmen\f t\b ch\b\bse the \fnit.
. LANGUAGE
Select this s\fbmen\f t\b ch\b\bse the display
lang\fage.
. STOP/START (if eq\fipped f\br E\fr\bpe)
Select this s\fbmen\f t\b ch\b\bse the CO2 savings
\br the engine st\bp time \fsing the St\bp/Start
System.
(See “St\bp/Start System (CO2 savings ) (if
eq\fipped f\br E\fr\bpe)” (P.2-28) .) T\b ret\frn t\b the t\bp page \bf the setting m\bde, select
“BACK”.
Warning check
JVI0014X
T\b see if there are any \bf the f\bll\bwing warnings and
c\brresp\bnding details, select this men\f.
.
Seat belt warning
. N\b key warning
. L\bw f\fel warning
. Parking brake release warning
. D\b\br/back d\b\br \bpen warning
SKIP:
P\fsh the
switch*At\b m\bve t\b the warning
check m\bde.
P\fsh the
switch*Bt\b select \bther men\fs.
ALERT:
This item is available \bnly when a warning is displayed.
Select this men\f t\b see the details \bf warnings.
Resetting displays
When the average f\fel c\bns\fmpti\bn, average speed,
elapsed time is displayed, p\fsh the trip c\bmp\fter
m\bde switch
*Af\br l\bnger than 3 sec\bnds. The
display \bf average f\fel c\bns\fmpti\bn, average speed,
elapsed time, trip \bd\bmeter, acc\fm\flated time (f\br
Idling St\bp System) and c\frrent saved f\fel c\bns\fmp-
ti\bn (f\br Idling St\bp System) will be reset at the same
time.
STOP/START SYSTEM (CO2 savings ) (if
eq\fipped f\br E\fr\bpe)
JVI0269XType A
JVI0270XType BThe CO2 savings and the engine st\bp time (f\br Type
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4-8Heater and air conditioner, and audio system
Air conditioner filter (if equipped)
\fhe air conditioner s\bstem is equipped with an air
conditioner filter which collects pollen. \fo make sure
the air conditioner heats defogs, and ventilates
efficientl\b, replace the filter according the specified
maintenance intervals listed in a separate maintenance
booklet. \fo replace the filter, contact a RENAUL\f
dealer.
\fhe filter should be replaced if the air flow decreases
significantl\b or if windows fog up easil\b when operating
the heater or air conditioner.AUDIO OPERA\fION PRECAU\fIONS
WARNING:
Do not adjust the audio system while driving so
that full attention may be given to vehicle
operation.
\fhe audio s\bstem operates when the ignition switch is
in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Radio
.Radio reception is affected b\b station signal
strength, distance from radio transmitter, build-
ings, bridges, mountains and other external
influences. Intermittent changes in reception
qualit\b normall\b are caused b\b these external
influences.
. Using a cellular phone in or near the vehicle ma\b
influence radio reception qualit\b.
Compact Disc (CD) pla\ber
.During cold weather or rain\b da\bs, the pla\ber ma\b
malfunction due to the humidit\b. If this occurs,
remove the CD from CD pla\ber and dehumidif\b or
ventilate the pla\ber completel\b.
. \fhe pla\ber ma\b skip while driving on rough roads.
. \fhe CD pla\ber sometimes ma\b not function when
the passenger compartment temperature is ex-
tremel\b high. Lower the temperature before use.
. Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight.
. CDs that are of poor qualit\b, or are dirt\b,
scratched, covered with fingerprints, or that have
pin holes ma\b not work properl\b.
. \fhe following CDs ma\b not work properl\b.
— Cop\b control compact discs (CCCD) — Recordable compact discs (CD-R)
— Rewritable compact discs (CD-RW)
SAA0480
.
Do not use the following CDs as the\b ma\b cause
the CD pla\ber to malfunction.
— 8 cm (3.1 in) discs (except for FM-AM Radio
with Compact Disc Pla\ber (\f\bpe C))
— CDs that are not round
— CDs with a paper label
— CDs that are warped, scratched or have unusual edges.
AUDIO SYSTEM (if equipped)
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During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles\f , follow these
recommen\bations to obtain maximum engine perfor-
mance an\b ensure the future reliability an\b economy of
your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommen\ba-
tions may result in shortene\b engine life an\b re\buce\b
engine performance.
.Do not \brive at a constant spee\b, either fast or
slow, for long perio\bs of time.
. Do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm (HR12 or
HR15 engine\f or 2,500 rpm (K9K engine\f .
. Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
. Do not start quickly.
. Do not brake har\b as much as possible.WARNING:
The driving characteristics of your vehicle will
change remarkably by any additional load and
its distribution, as well as by adding optional
equipment (trailer coupling, roof racks, etc.) .
Your driving style and speed must be adjusted
according to the circumstances. Especially when
carrying heavy loads, your speed must be
reduced adequately.
.Make sure the area aroun\b the vehicle is clear.
. Visually inspect tires for their appearance an\b
con\bition. Measure an\b check the tire pressure for
proper inflation.
. Check that all win\bows an\b lights are clean.
. A\bjust the seat an\b hea\b restraint positions.
. A\bjust the insi\be an\b outsi\be rearview mirror
positions.
. Fasten your seat belt an\b ask all passengers to \bo
the same.
. Check that all \boors are close\b.
. Check the operation of the warning lights when
the ignition switch is turne\b to the “ON” position.
. Maintenance items in the “8. Maintenance an\b \bo-
it-yourself” section shoul\b be checke\b perio\bi-
cally.
WARNING:
.Never leave children or adults who would
normally require the support of others alone
in your vehicle. Pets should not be left alone
either. They could unknowingly activate
switches or controls and inadvertently be-
come involved in a serious accident and
injure themselves. On hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause se-
vere or possibly fatal illness to people or
animals.
. Properly secure all luggage to help prevent it
from sliding or shifting. Do not place lug-
gage higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden
stop or collision, unsecured luggage could
cause personal injury.
EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxi\be\f
WARNING:
.Do not breathe exhaust gas; it contains
colorless and odorless carbon monoxide.
Carbon monoxide is dangerous. It can cause
unconsciousness or death.
. If you suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering the vehicle, drive with all windows
fully open, and have the vehicle inspected
immediately.
. Do not run the engine in closed spaces such
as a garage.
. Do not park the vehicle with the engine
running for an extended period of time.
Starting and driving5-3
BREAK-IN SCHEDULE
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING
AND DRIVING
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements ..................\d..................\d..................\d.............. 8-2Schedu\fed maintenance ..................\d..................\d.....................\d......... 8-2
Genera\f maintenance ..................\d..................\d..........................\d......... 8-2
Where to \bo for service ..................\d..................\d.....................\d......... 8-2
Genera\f maintenance ..................\d..................\d..................\d........................ 8-2 Exp\fanation of \benera\f maintenance items ..................\d............... 8-2
Maintenance precautions ..................\d..................\d..................\d.......... 8-4
En\bine compartment check \focations ..................\d..................\d............ 8-5 HR12DDR en\bine mode\f ..................\d..................\d..................\d.......... 8-5
HR12DE en\bine mode\f ..................\d..................\d...............................\d 8-6
HR15DE en\bine mode\f ..................\d..................\d...............................\d 8-7
K9K en\bine mode\f ..................\d..................\d...............................\d......... 8-8
En\bine coo\fin\b system ..................\d..................\d..........................\d............. 8-8 Checkin\b en\bine coo\fant \feve\f ..................\d..................\d.................. 8-9
Chan\bin\b en\bine coo\fant ..................\d..................\d..................\d.......... 8-9
En\bine oi\f ..................\d..................\d..................\d............................\d.............. 8-10 Checkin\b en\bine oi\f \feve\f ..................\d..................\d..................\d....... 8-10
Chan\bin\b en\bine oi\f and oi\f fi\fter ..................\d..................\d........... 8-10
Protect environment ..................\d..................\d..................\d................ 8-14
Fue\f fi\fter (diese\f en\bine mode\f) ..................\d..................\d................... 8-15 Drainin\b water ..................\d..................\d...............................\d.............. 8-15
B\feedin\b fue\f system ..................\d..................\d..................\d............... 8-15
Drive be\fts ..................\d..................\d...............................\d..................\d......... 8-15
Spark p\fu\bs (\baso\fine en\bine mode\f) ..................\d..................\d......... 8-16 Iridium-tipped spark p\fu\bs (if equipped) ..................\d............... 8-16
Nicke\f-tipped spark p\fu\bs (if equipped) ..................\d................ 8-17
Brakes ..................\d..................\d..........................\d..................\d..................\d.... 8-17 Checkin\b parkin\b brake ..................\d..................\d.....................\d...... 8-17
Checkin\b foot brake peda\f ..................\d..................\d..................\d.... 8-17
Brake booster ..................\d..................\d...............................\d.............. 8-18
Brake f\fuid ..................\d..................\d...............................\d..................\d......... 8-18 C\futch f\fuid (if equipped) ..................\d..................\d.....................\d.......... 8-19
Automatic Transmission F\fuid (ATF) (if equipped) ..................\d.... 8-19
Continuous\fy Variab\fe Transmission (CVT) f\fuid
(if equipped) ..................\d..................\d...............................\d..................\d..... 8-20
Air c\feaner fi\fter ..................\d..................\d.....................\d..................\d......... 8-20
Wiper b\fades ..................\d..................\d..................\d............................\d...... 8-20
Windshie\fd wiper b\fades ..................\d..................\d....................... 8-20
Rear window wiper b\fade (if equipped) ..................\d.............. 8-21
Window washer f\fuid ..................\d..................\d..................\d.................... 8-22
Battery ..................\d..................\d..................\d.......................\d..................\d..... 8-23 Vehic\fe battery ..................\d..................\d..................\d..................\d...... 8-23
Remote contro\f\fer battery ..................\d..................\d..................\d.... 8-24
Inte\f\fi\bent key battery ..................\d..................\d..................\d............ 8-25
Variab\fe vo\fta\be contro\f system (if equipped) ..................\d............ 8-26
Fuses ..................\d..................\d..................\d..................\d..................\d............. 8-26 En\bine compartment ..................\d..................\d.....................\d.......... 8-26
Passen\ber compartment ..................\d..................\d........................ 8-27
Li\bhts ..................\d..................\d..........................\d..................\d..................\d.... 8-28 Head\fi\bhts ..................\d..................\d..........................\d..................\d..... 8-28
Exterior \fi\bhts ..................\d..................\d.....................\d..................\d..... 8-29
Interior \fi\bhts ..................\d..................\d...............................\d.............. 8-29
Li\bht \focations ..................\d..................\d..................\d..................\d...... 8-30
Tires and whee\fs ..................\d..................\d..................\d..................\d.......... 8-34 Tire inf\fation pressure ..................\d..................\d..................\d........... 8-34
Types of tires ..................\d..................\d.....................\d..................\d..... 8-34
Tire chains ..................\d..................\d..........................\d..................\d..... 8-34
Tire rotation ..................\d..................\d..................\d.......................\d...... 8-34
Tire wear and dama\be ..................\d..................\d.....................\d...... 8-35
Tire a\be ..................\d..................\d...............................\d..................\d..... 8-35
Chan\bin\b tires and whee\fs ..................\d..................\d................... 8-35
Whee\f ba\fance ..................\d..................\d...............................\d.......... 8-35
Spare tire ..................\d..................\d..................\d.......................\d.......... 8-35
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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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