brake RENAULT TWINGO 2012 2.G Owners Manual

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ENG_UD24711_5
Poste de conduite direction à gauche (X44 - Renault)
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DRIVING pOsITION, LEFT-hAND DRIVE (2/2)
1 Side window demister outlet.
2 Side air vent.
3 Stalk:
– direction indicator lights;
– exterior lights;
– front fog lights;
– rear fog lights;
– horn.
4 Driver ’s air bag location, cruise
control/speed limiter controls.
5 Rev counter.
6 Storage compartments.
7 Radio remote control.
8 – Windscreen and rear screen
wiper/washer stalk;
– Instrument panel information re-
adout control.
9 Centre air vents.
10 Instrument panel.
11 Display:
– clock and temperature;
– radio, clock and temperature or
storage compartment.
12 Windscreen demister outlet.
13 Passenger air bag location.
14 Side window demister.
15 Side air vent.
16 Glove box.
17 Hazard warning light switch and
central door locking switch.
18 Heating and ventilation controls.
19 Location for radio or storage com-
partment.
20 Accessories socket or cigar lighter
and ashtray.
21 Handbrake.
22 Gear lever.
23 Cup holder.
24 Ignition switch.
25 Control for adjusting steering
wheel height.
26 Fuse box.
27 Controls for:
– electric beam height adjust -
ment;
– lighting dimmer for control in -
struments;
– cruise control and speed limiter.
28 Bonnet release control.
The equipment fitted, described below, DEpENDs ON ThE VERsION AND COUNTRY.

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ENG_UD24749_3
Poste de conduite direction à droite (X44 - Renault)
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DRIVING pOsITION, RIGhT-hAND DRIVE (2/2)
1 Side window demister outlet.
2 Side air vent.
3 Location for passenger air bag.
4 Windscreen demister outlet.
5 Centre air vents.
6 Instrument panel.
7 Display:
– clock and temperature;
– radio, clock and temperature or
storage compartment.
8 – Windscreen and rear screen
wiper/washer stalk;
– Instrument panel information re-
adout control.
9 Storage compartment.
10 Driver ’s air bag location, cruise
control/speed limiter controls.
11 Rev counter.
12 Stalk for:
– direction indicator lights;
– exterior lights;
– front fog lights;
– rear fog lights;
– horn.
13 Side window demister outlet.
14 Side air vent.
15 Radio remote control.
16 Ignition switch.
17 Controls for:
– electric beam height adjust -
ment;
– lighting dimmer for control in -
struments;
– cruise control and speed limiter.
18 Control for adjusting steering
wheel height.
19 Air-conditioning control. 20 Accessories socket or cigarette
lighter and ashtray.
21 Handbrake.
22 Gearstick.
23 Cup holders.
24 Location for radio or storage com-
partment.
25 Hazard warning light switch and
central door locking switch.
26 Glove box and fuse box.
27 Bonnet release control.
The equipment fitted, described below, DEpENDs ON ThE VERsION AND COUNTRY.

controls ................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
instrument panel ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
warning lights ........................................ (up to the end of the DU)
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Tableau de bord : témoins lumineux (X44 - Renault)
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Instrument panel
INsTRUMENT p ANEL: warning lights (1/4)
Dhandbrake on and brake cir-
cuit incident warning light
If it comes on during braking and is ac-
companied by the
û warning light
and a beep, it indicates that the fluid
level in the circuit is low or that there is
a braking system fault.
Stop as soon as traffic conditions allow
and contact an approved dealer.
UVa r i a b l e p o w e r - a s s i s t e d
steering warning light
This comes on when the ignition is
switched on and goes out after a few
seconds. If this warning light remains
on, it indicates a system fault. Stop
as soon as traffic conditions allow and
contact an approved dealer.
If no lights or sounds are ap-
parent, this indicates a fault
in the instrument panel. This
indicates that it is essential
to stop immediately (as soon as traf-
fic conditions allow). Ensure that the
vehicle is correctly immobilised and
contact an approved Dealer.
The © warning light means
you should drive very carefully to
an approved dealer as soon as pos-
sible. If you fail to follow this recom-
mendation, you risk damaging your
vehicle.
Warning light ® re -
quires you to stop immedi -
ately, for your own safety,
as soon as traffic conditions allow.
Switch off the engine and do not re-
start it. Contact an approved Dealer.
Instrument panel A
A
The presence and operation of the warning lights DEpEND ON ThE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY.

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Sommaire 2 (X44 - Renault)
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Section 2: Driving
(Advice on use relating to fuel economy and the environment)
Running in - Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Starting, stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
Special features of petrol versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4
Special features of diesel versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5
Gear lever – Power-assisted steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7
Advice on emission control and fuel economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.11
Driving correction devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.12
Cruise control, Speed limiter: speed limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
Cruise control, Speed limiter: cruise control function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.18
Quickshift gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.22

engine immobiliser (switch) .................. (up to the end of the DU)
ignition switch ....................................... (up to the end of the DU)
starting the engine ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
running in .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Rodage (X44 - Renault)
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Running in - Ignition switch
Petrol version
Up to 600 miles (1 000 km) , do not
exceed 78 mph (130 km/h) in top gear
or 3,000 to 3,500 rpm.
You may only expect top performance
from your vehicle after approximately
1,800 miles (3 000 km).
S e r v i c e i n t e r v a l s : r e f e r t o t h e
Maintenance Service Booklet for your
vehicle.
Diesel version
For the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km),
do not exceed 80 mph (130 km/h) in
the highest gear, or 2,500 rpm. After
completing this mileage you may drive
faster, although it is only after approxi -
mately 3,600 miles (6,000 km) have
been covered that you may reasonably
expect full performance.
During the running in period, do not ac-
celerate hard while the engine is still
cold and do not let the engine over-rev.
S e r v i c e i n t e r v a l s : r e f e r t o t h e
Maintenance Service Booklet for your
vehicle.
RUNNING IN/IGNItIoN SwItch
Stop and steering lock
position St
To lock: remove the key and turn the
steering wheel until the steering column
locks.
To unlock: turn the key and the steering
wheel slightly.
Accessories position A
When the ignition is switched off, any
accessories (radio, etc.) will continue to
function.
Ignition on position M
The ignition is switched on:
– petrol version: you can start the ve-
hicle;
– diesel version: the engine is pre -
heating.
Start position D
If the engine fails to start at the first
attempt, the key must be turned back
before the starter can be activated
again. Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
Note: on diesel versions, several sec -
onds may pass between turning the
key and the engine starting to allow for
engine preheating.
Special note on vehicles with a
Quickshift gearbox
Depress the brake pedal with the lever
in the N position.
Note: If a gear other than neutral is dis-
played, it flashes; starting is not pos -
sible unless you depress the brake
pedal, while holding the key in the start-
ing position.

starting the engine ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
starting the engine ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
stopping the engine ............................................... (current page)
2.3
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Démarrage / Arrêt du moteur (X44 - Renault)
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Starting, Stopping the engine
St ARtING/StoPPING the eNGINe
Starting the engine
In very cold conditions (temperatures
below –20°C): so that it is easier to
start the engine, switch on the ignition
for several seconds before starting the
engine.
Feature when starting the engine, if the
outdoor temperature is very low (below
- 10 ° C): hold down the clutch pedal
until the engine starts.
– Petrol injection
engine warm or cold:
– activate the starter without ac-
celerating;
– release the key as soon as the
engine starts.ÉDiesel injection indicator
light
Turn the ignition key to the “Ignition
on” position and hold this position
until the preheating indicator light
goes out.
Turn the key to the “Start” position
without depressing the accelera -
tor pedal. Release the key as soon
as the engine starts.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, turn the key
back to the “Stop” position.
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle
with the key inside the vehi-
cle and never leave a child
(or a pet) unsupervised, even for a
short while.
There is a risk that they could start
the engine or operate electrical
equipment (electric windows etc.)
and trap part of their body (neck,
arms, hands, etc.).
Risk of serious injury.
Never switch off the ignition
before the vehicle has stopped
completely . Once the engine has
stopped, the brake servo, pow -
erassisted steering, etc., and the
passive safety devices such as
air bags and pretensioners will no
longer operate.
The steering is locked when the key
is removed.

handbrake............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
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Frein à main (X44 - Renault)
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Handbrake
hANDBRAKe
t o release:
Pull the lever up slightly, press button 1
and then lower the lever to the floor.
The red warning light on the instrument
panel will come on if you are driving
with an incorrectly released handbrake.
to apply:
Pull upwards, check that the vehicle is
properly immobilised.
1
Depending on the slope
and/or vehicle load, it may
be necessary to apply the
brake by an additional two
notches and to engage a gear (1st
or reverse) for manual vehicles.
Make sure that the hand -
brake is properly released
when driving (red indicator
light off), otherwise over -
heating, or even damage, may
occur.

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Conseils antipollution, économies de carburant, conduite (X44 - E33 - Renault)
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ADvIce: antipollution, fuel economy and driving (2/3)
Driving
– Drive carefully for the first few miles
until the engine reaches its normal
operating temperature, rather than
let it warm up while the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
– Speed is expensive.
exhaust gas monitoring
system
The exhaust gas monitoring system will
detect any operating faults in the vehi-
cle’s antipollution system.
If this system malfunctions, toxic sub -
stances may be released into the at -
mosphere or damage may occur.
ÄThis warning light on the in -
strument panel will indicate if
there are any faults in the system:
This lights up when the ignition is
switched on and goes out when the
engine is started.
– If it lights up continuously, consult
your approved dealer as soon as
possible;
– if it flashes, reduce the engine speed
until the light stops flashing. Contact
an approved dealer as soon as pos-
sible. –
Sporty driving uses a lot of fuel: drive
with a light right foot.
– Brake as little as possible. If you an-
ticipate an obstacle or bend in ad -
vance, you may then simply release
the accelerator pedal.
– Avoid sudden acceleration.
– Do not overrev the engine in the in-
termediate gears.
Always use the highest gear possi -
ble without labouring the engine.
On versions with an automatic gear-
box, it is preferable to keep the gear
lever in position D.
– Do not try to maintain the same
speed up a hill, accelerate no more
than you would on the level. Keep
your foot in the same position on the
accelerator pedal.
– Double declutching and accelerating
before switching off are unnecessary
in modern vehicles.
– Bad weather, flooded roads:
Do not drive through floods
if the depth of water is
above the lower edge of the
wheel rims.
Driving problems
On the driver’s side, only use mats adapted to the vehicle that attach to
the pre-installed parts, and regularly check their mounting. Do not place
several mats on top of each other.
Risk of pedals jamming .

ABS ...................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
anti-lock braking system: ABS ..............(up to the end of the DU)
ESP: Electronic Stability Program ........ (up to the end of the DU)
ASR (traction control) ........................... (up to the end of the DU)
traction control: ASR .............................(up to the end of the DU)
Electronic Stability Program: ESP ........ (up to the end of the DU)
emergency brake assist ........................(up to the end of the DU)
emergency braking ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
traction control: ASR .............................................. (current page)
driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Dispositifs de correction de conduite (X44 - Renault)
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Driving correction devices
DRIvING coRRectIoN DevIce
Depending on the vehicle, this is com-
posed of:
– ABS (anti-lock braking system);
– electronic stability program (eSP)
with understeer control and trac -
tion control (ASR);
– emergency brake assist.
In an emergency, apply firm and
continuous pressure to the brake
pedal. There is no need to pump
it repeatedly. The ABS will modu -
late the force applied in the braking
system.
These functions are an ad-
ditional aid in the event of
critical driving conditions,
enabling the vehicle behav -
iour to be adapted to suit the driving
conditions.
However, the functions do not take
the place of the driver. they do
not increase the vehicle’s limits
and should not encourage you
to drive more quickly. Therefore,
they can under no circumstances
replace the vigilance or responsibil -
ity of the driver when manoeuvring
the vehicle (the driver must always
be ready for sudden incidents which
may occur when driving).
Yo u r b r a k i n g s y s t e m s
are partially operational.
However, it is dangerous
to brake suddenly and
it is essential to stop immediately,
as soon as traffic conditions allow.
Contact an approved dealer.
operating faults:
– If indicator lights
x and © light up on the instrument panel,
braking is still operational but
without ABS;
– If indicator lights
x, û,
© and D are displayed on
the instrument panel when driving,
this indicates there is a fault with
the braking system and ABS.
In both cases, consult an approved
Dealer.
ABS (Anti-lock Braking
System)
Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents
the wheels from locking, allowing the
stopping distance to be managed and
keeping control of the vehicle.
Under these circumstances, the vehi -
cle can be steered to avoid an obstacle
whilst braking. In addition, this system
can increase stopping distances, par -
ticularly on roads with low surface grip
(wet ground, etc.).
You will feel a pulsation through the
brake pedal each time the system is
activated. The ABS does not in any way
improve the vehicle’s physical perform-
ance relating to the road surface and
roadholding. It is still essential to follow
the rules of good driving practice (such
as driving at a safe distance from the
vehicle in front).

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Dispositifs de correction de conduite (X44 - Renault)
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DRIvING coRRectIoN DevIce (continued)
electronic stability program
(eSP) with understeer control
and traction control (ASR)
Warning light  on the instrument
panel flashes when the function starts
operating. electronic Stability Program (eSP)
This system helps you to keep control
of the vehicle in critical driving condi
-
tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip
on a bend, etc.).
operating principle
A sensor in the steering wheel detects
the direction selected by the driver.
Other sensors throughout the vehicle
measure the actual direction.
The system compares the direction se-
lected by the driver and the actual di -
rection of the vehicle and corrects this
as necessary by applying the brakes
selectively and/or acting on the engine
power.
Understeer control
This system optimises the action of the
ESP in the case of pronounced unders-
teering (loss of front axle road holding). t
raction control (ASR)
This system helps to limit wheelspin of
the drive wheels and to control the ve-
hicle when pulling away accelerating or
decelerating.
operating principle
Using the wheel sensors, the system
measures and compares the speed of
the drive wheels at all times and slows
down their over-rotation. If a wheel is
starting to slip, the system brakes au -
tomatically until the drive supplied be -
comes compatible with the level of grip
under the wheel again.
The system also adjusts the engine
speed to the grip available under the
wheels, independently of the pressure
exerted on the accelerator pedal.