Open bonnet RENAULT TWINGO 2016 3.G Owners Manual

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Once the adjustment has been done,
make sure the bonnet is repositioned
and closed properly.
HEADLIGHT BEAM ADJUSTMENT (2/2)
Temporary adjustment
Open the bonnet (please refer to the in-
formation on the “Bonnet” in Section 4)
and slide it sideways to access the
screw 1 and marking B.
Note: Take care not to scratch the vehi-
cle paintwork.
For each headlight, using a screw-
driver, turn the screw 1 by a quarter
turn towards the - symbol to lower the
beams.
Return to the starting point once your
trip is over: turn the screw 1 by a quar-
ter turn towards the + symbol to raise
the beams.
B
1
When driving on the left in a left-hand
drive vehicle (or vice versa), you must
adjust your lights temporarily for the
duration of your trip.
For your safety, do not
remove the bonnet holding
straps. Risk of the bonnet
falling on the road surface.

2.6
FUNCTION STOP AND START (3/4)
Conditions preventing the
standby of the engine
Certain conditions prevent the system
from using the engine standby function,
including when:
– reverse gear is engaged;
– the bonnet is not locked;
– the outdoor temperature is too low or too high (less than around 0 °C or
higher than around 30 °C);
– the battery is not sufficiently charged;
– the difference between the vehicle interior temperature and the auto-
matic climate control instruction is
too high;
– for vehicles with automatic gear- boxes, the gradient is steeper than
approximately 5%;
– the “Clear View” function is activated (please see “Automatic Climate
Control” in Section 3); – the engine temperature is too low;
– the emission control system is being
regenerated;
or
– ...
Warning light
 is displayed on the
instrument panel. This notifies you that
engine standby is not available.
Deactivate the Stop and
Start function when per-
forming any operations in
the engine compartment.
Special feature of the automatic
engine re-start
Under certain conditions, the engine
can restart on its own in order to guar-
antee your safety and comfort.
This can occur especially when:
– the outdoor temperature is too low or too high (less than around 0 °C or
higher than around 30 °C);
– the “Clear View” function is activated (please see “Automatic Climate
Control” in Section 3);
– the battery is not sufficiently charged;
– the vehicle speed is above 3 mph (5 km/h) (downhill slope, etc.); ;
– repeated pressing on the brake pedal or braking system require-
ment;
– ...
Special note: for some of these
conditions, automatic restarting of
the engine is deactivated if a front
door or the tailgate is open.

4.6
Unlocking the bonnet catch
Unclip each cover 1 by holding side 2.
BONNET (1/2)
1
The engine cooling fan may
start at any moment.
Risk of injury.
Opening the bonnet
Pull the tabs 3 as far as they will go to
unlock the bonnet.
Pull by sliding the bonnet forwards
(movement A) as far as it will go.
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
A
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3
For your safety, do not
remove the bonnet holding
straps. Risk of the bonnet
falling on the road surface.
Depending on the vehicle, insert the ve-
hicle key in the lock 4 and turn.
1
2
2

4.10
Filters
The filter elements (air filter, passenger
compartment filter, etc.) should be re-
placed during the maintenance opera-
tions carried out on your vehicle.
Replacement intervals for filter el-
ements: refer to the Maintenance
Document for your vehicle.
Windscreen washer reservoir
Topping up
Engine switched off:
– open the cap 3;
– pull the extending funnel upwards as far as it will go;
– fill until you can see the fluid;
– push the funnel by pressing on it and replace the cap.
Liquid
Screen wash product (product with
antifreeze in winter).
LEVELS (3/3)/FILTERS
3
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
The engine cooling fan may
start at any moment. Risk of
injury.
No operations should be
carried out on the cooling
circuit when the engine is
hot.
Risk of burns.
If there is an abnormal or repeated
drop in the fluid level, please consult
an authorised dealer.
For your safety, do not
remove the bonnet holding
straps. Risk of the bonnet
falling on the road surface.

4.11
This is located under the bonnet and
does not need to be serviced. Yo u
should not open it or add any fluid. Label A
Observe the indications on the battery:
–
2 naked flames and smoking are for-
bidden;
– 3 eye protection required;
– 4 keep away from children;
– 5 explosive materials;
– 6 refer to the handbook;
– 7 corrosive materials.
BATTERY
2
Handle the battery with
care as it contains sulphuric
acid which must not come
into contact with the eyes
or skin. If it does, wash the affec-
ted area with plenty of cold water. If
necessary, consult a doctor. Ensure
that naked flames, red hot objects
and sparks do not come into contact
with the battery as there is a risk of
explosion.
The battery is a speci-
fic type, please ensure it
is replaced with the same
type. Consult an approved
dealer.
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The engine cooling fan may
start at any moment. Risk of
injury.
Replacing the battery 1
As this operation is complex, we advise
you to contact an approved Dealer.
1
For your safety, do not
remove the bonnet holding
straps. Risk of the bonnet
falling on the road surface.