Renault CLIO 2005 Owner Manual
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Brief overview
- Tyre pressures .......................................................................................................... 0.04
0.02
- Adjusting the seats and the driver's position ......................................... 1.10
- Child restraint devices ............................................................................... 1.23
- Warning lights ............................................................................................. 1.36
- Audible and visual signals ........................................................................ 1.51
- De-icing/demisting ................................................................................................... 1.55
- Running in, driving .................................................................................... 2.02
- Heating/air conditioning ............................................................................ 3.04
- Opening the bonnet ................................................................................................ 4.02
- Levels (engine oil, windscreen washer, etc.) .......................................... 4.03
- Emergency spare wheel ............................................................................. 5.02
- Practical advice (changing the bulbs, fuses, repairs,
troubleshooting) ........................................................................................... 5.02
➟ 1.12
➟ 1.31
➟ 1.49
➟ 1.54
➟ 2.14
➟ 3.14
➟ 4.09
➟ 5.05
➟ 5.35
CONTENTS
Sections
Getting to know your vehicle ............................................................
Driving ...............................................................................................................
Your comfort .................................................................................................
Maintenance ..................................................................................................
Practical advice ...........................................................................................
Technical specifications ........................................................................
Alphabetical index ....................................................................................
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
0.03
TYRE PRESSURES WHEN COLD (in bar)
Versions 1.2 16V 1.4 8V 1.4 16V 1.6 16V 1.5 dCi
Tyre sizes 175/65R14
175/70R13
175/65R14 175/70R13 175/65R14
185/60R14
185/60R14 175/55R14
175/65R14
185/60R14
Normal use
- Front 1.9 1.9 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.2
- Rear 1.8 1.8 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
Full load
(1)
- Front 2.0 2.0 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.3
- Rear 2.0 2.0 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1
Emergency spare wheel 2.0 2.0 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.3
Size of wheel rims
5.5 J 14
5.5 B 13
5.5 J 14 5.5 B 13 5.5 J 14 5.5 J 14 5.5 J 14
0.04
Tyre pressures when cold (in bar) (continued)
Tyre safety and use of chains
Refer to the information on tyres in Section 5 for maintenance information and, depending on the version, the conditions
under which snow chains may be fitted to the vehicle.
(1) Special characteristic of vehicles which are fully laden (maximumpermissible all-upweight) andtowing a trailer: the
maximum speed must be restricted to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressure increased by 0.2 bar.
Refer to the information on weights in Section 6.
0.05
0.06
Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle
Keys ......................................................................................................................................................... 1.02 - 1.03
Doors ....................................................................................................................................................... 1.04 - 1.05
Renault Anti-Intruder Device (RAID) ............................................................................................................. 1.06
Engine immobiliser ........................................................................................................................................... 1.07
Headrests - Seats .................................................................................................................................. 1.08
Seat belts ................................................................................................................................................ 1.11 - 1.12
Methods of restraint ............................................................................................................................. 1.13
in addition to front seat belts .................................................................................. 1.13
lateral protection equipment ........................................................................................................... 1.17
Rear seat belts ...................................................................................................................................... 1.19
For child safety .................................................................................................................................... 1.22
Rear-view mirror and door mirrors ...................................................................................................... 1.32 - 1.33
Steering wheel adjustment ............................................................................................................................... 1.33
Driver's position ..................................................................................................................................... 1.34 - 1.35
Control instruments ............................................................................................................................. 1.36
Clock/Temperature sensor ................................................................................................................................ 1.50
Lighting and exterior signals ................................................................................................................ 1.51 - 1.52
Headlight beam adjustment ............................................................................................................................. 1.53
Horn and hazard lights .................................................................................................................................... 1.54
Windscreen wipers ........................................................................................................................................... 1.55
De-icing/Demisting ........................................................................................................................................... 1.56
Fuel tank (filling with fuel) .................................................................................................................. 1.57 - 1.58
➟ 1.16 - 1.18
➟ 1.10
➟ 1.18
➟ 1.21
➟ 1.31
➟ 1.49
1.01
KEYS / RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
2
1
3
1 Coded key for ignition, key for
doors, luggage compartment and
fuel filler flap.
2 Remote control door locking unit,
coded ignition key, key for doors
and fuel filler cap.
If you lose your keys or remote
control unit, or need another set,
contact your RENAULT Dealer.
- To replace a remote control, it will
be necessary to take the vehicle to
your RENAULT Dealer because
both the vehicle and the remote
control are needed to initialise the
system.
- It is not possible to use more than
two remote control units for one
vehicle.
- Make sure that the batteries are
always in good condition; they
have a service life of
approximately two years.
Driver's responsibility
If there is a child (or a pet) in the vehicle, never leave it unattended
with the key in the ignition. With the key in the ignition the child
electric windows and there is a risk that he or she may be injured (by
trapping his or her neck, arm, hand, etc.). Risk of serious injury.
1.02
could start the engine or operate electrical equipment such as the
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (continued)
Locking/unlocking the doors
2
3
Doors are locked and unlocked
using remote control unit 2.
It is supplied with power by a
battery which must be replaced
when battery warning light 3 no
longer lights up. (Refer to the
information on Locking remote
control: batteries).
Press the remote control for
approximately one second to lockor
unlock the doors. (Indicator light 3
will come on.)
- The hazard warning lights flash
twice to indicate that the doors
have been locked.
Note: depending on the vehicle, if
a door or the boot is open or not
properly closed, the hazard
warning lights will not flash.
- The hazard warning lights flash
once to indicate that the doors
have been unlocked.
Theremotecontrolunit
operating range
This varies according to the
environment: therefore take care
when handling the remote control
that you do not inadvertently lock
or unlock the doors.
Note: on certainvehicles, if adoor is
not opened within approximately
30 seconds of the doors being
unlocked with the remote control,
the doors will lock again
automatically.
Interference
Interference by factors in the
immediate vicinity (external
installations or the use of
equipment operating on the same
frequency as the remote control)
may affect the operation of the
remote control unit.
1.03
OPENING THE DOORS
3
5
1
2
Opening the doors from the
outside
Front: use the key to unlock one of
the front door locks 2. Slip your
hand under handle 1 and pull it
towards you.
Rear: lift unlocking button 3 from
the inside and pull the door handle.
1.04
4
Opening the doors from inside
the vehicle
Pull handle 4.
Lights on warning buzzer
If you have left the lights switched
on after switching off the ignition, a
warning buzzer will sound when a
door is opened to warn you that the
lights are still on (risk of battery
discharge etc.).
Childproof locks
Thesemakeitimpossibleforthe
rear doors to be opened from the
inside. Move lever 5 on each door
and check from the inside that both
doors are securely locked.
LOCKING THE DOORS
1
2
Manual locking
Front: use the key if outside or, if
inside, press down knob 1when the
door is closed.
Rear:pressdownknob1 in each
door.
Electric central locking
This enables the four doors
and the boot to be locked or
unlocked simultaneously.
Press the red spot on the switch 2 to
lock the doors.
The front door mechanism cannot
be locked if the door is open.
If you decide to keep the
doors locked when you are
driving, remember that it
may be more difficult for
those assisting you to gain access to
your vehicle in the event of an
emergency.
1.05
RAID (RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE)
You must first decide if you want to
activate this function.
To activate
With the ignition on, press the
central door locking button 1 on the
locking side (red dot) for about
5 seconds, until you hear the beep.
To deactivate it
With the ignition on, press the
central door locking button 1 on the
unlocking side (opposite the red
dot) for approximately 5 seconds,
until you hear the beep.
Operating principle
When the vehicle moves off, the
system locks the doors
automatically as soon as you reach a
speed of approximately 4 mph
(7 km/h).
The door is unlocked:
If you decide to keep the
doors locked when you
are driving, remember
that it may be more
difficult for those assisting you
to gain access to your vehicle in
the event of an emergency.
- by opening a front door.
Note: If a rear door is opened, it
will automatically be locked again
when the vehicle reaches a speed
of approximately 4 mph
(7 km/h).
- by pressing the door unlocking
button 1.
Operating faults
If you notice that the system is not
operating correctly, check first that
all the doors have been properly
closed If they are closed correctly,
contact your RENAULT Dealer.
1
Also make sure that locking has not
been deactivated inadvertently. If
this is the case, reactivate the
system as described above
1.06
ENGINE IMMOBILISER
This prevents the vehicle being
driven by anyone not in possession
of the vehicle's coded ignition key.
Operating principle
The vehicle is automatically
protected a few seconds after the
key is removed from the ignition.
If the vehicle does not recognise the
ignition key code, indicator light 1
will flash continuously and the
engine cannot be started.
Vehicle protection indicator light
A few seconds after the ignition has
been switched off, indicator light 1
will flash constantly.
The vehicle will not be protected
1
until the key has been taken out of
the ignition.
Operating fault warning light
After the ignition has been switched
on, if warning light 1 continues to
flash or remains continuously lit,
this indicates a system operating
fault.
Any work or
modification to the
engine immobiliser
(computer, wiring, etc.)
may be dangerous. It must be
carried out by trained RENAULT
network personnel.
Indicator light
System operational indicator light
When the ignition is switched on,
indicator light 1 comes on for
approximately three seconds and
then goes out. The vehicle has
recognised the code. You may start
the engine.
In all cases, it is essential to contact
a RENAULT Dealer, who alone is
qualified to repair the engine
immobiliser.
If the coded ignition key is faulty,
use the second key (supplied with
the vehicle).
1.07
FRONT HEADRESTS
1
2
To adjust the height
Press tab 1 and simultaneouslyslide
the headrest to the required
position.
To remove the headrest
Press headrest guide tabs 1 and 2.
To refit the headrest
Insert the rods into the sleeves, with
the notches to the front, and lower
the headrest to the desired height.
1.08
The headrest is a safety
component. Ensure that it is
in place and in the correct
position: the top of your
head should be in line with the top
of the headrest.
REAR HEADRESTS
1
To adjust the height
Simply slide it up.
To remove the headrest
Press the head restraint guide tabs 1
and 2.
To refit the headrest
Insert the rods into the sleeves, with
the notches facing forwards, and
lower the headrest to the desired
height.
2
Central rear head restraint
adjustments
To adjust the height
Simply slide it up.
To remove the headrest
Press headrest guide tabs 1 and 2.
To refit the headrest
Insert the rods into the sleeves, with
the notches to the front, and lower
the headrest to the desired height.
Storage position
When the headrest is fully lowered,
it is in the storage position; do not
use this position when someone is
sitting in the rear seats.
The headrest is a safety
component. Ensure that
it is in place and in the
correct position: the top
of your head should be in line
with the top of the headrest.
1.09
FRONT SEATS
4
1
To move a seat forwards or
backwards
Lift bar 1 or lever 3 to unlock the
seat.
Once in the desired position,
release the lever or bar and check
that it is correctly locked.
1.10
2
3
To raise or lower the driver's seat
Move lever 2.
To tilt the seatback
Turn the wheel 4 and tilt the
seatback to the desired position.
We would advise you not to
recline the seatbacks too far
to ensure that the
effectiveness of the seat
beltsisnotreduced.
Make sure the seatback is locked in
place correctly.
Nothing should be placed on the
floor (area in front of driver) as
these objects may slide under the
pedals during braking manoeuvres,
thus obstructing their use.
SEAT BELTS
Always wear your seat belt when
travelling in your vehicle. You must
also comply with the legislation of
the particular country you are in.
Before driving off:
- first ensure that your driving
position is correct
- then adjust your seat belt to
provide maximum protection.
Adjusting your driving position
- Sit well back in your seat (having
removed your coat or jacket).
This is essential to ensure your
back is positioned correctly.
- Adjusting the distance between
theseatandthepedals.
Your seat should be as far back as
possible while still allowing you
to be able to fully depress the
clutch pedal. The seatback should
be adjusted so that your arms are
slightly bent when you hold the
steering wheel.
1
2
Incorrectly adjusted seat
belts may cause injuries
in the event of an
accident.
Even pregnant women should
wear a seat belt. In this
eventuality, ensure that the lap
belt is not exerting too much
pressure on the abdomen but do
not allow any slack.
- Adjusting the position of your
headrest.
For safety reasons, the top of your
head should be in line with the top
of the headrest.
- Adjusting the height of the seat.
This adjustment allows you to
select the seat position which
offers you the best possible vision.
- Adjust the position of the steering
wheel.
Adjusting the seat belts
Sit with your back firmly against the
seatback.
Shoulder strap 1 should be as close
tothebaseofyourneckaspossible
but not on it.
The lap strap 2 should be worn flat
over your thighs and against your
pelvis.
The seat belt should be worn as
close to your body as possible;
avoid wearing clothes that are too
thick, or holding any objects that
could obstruct the seat belt, etc.
1.11
FRONT SEAT BELTS
3
Adjusting the front seat belt
shoulder strap height
Press button 3 to select the position
you require so that shoulder strap 1
is worn as described above.
Make sure that the seat belt is
locked in position correctly after
you have adjusted it.
4
6
5
6
To fasten
Unwind the belt slowly and
smoothly and ensure that tongue 4
locks into buckle 6 (check that it is
locked by pulling tongue 4). If the
belt jams, allow it to run back before
attempting to unwind it again.
To fasten (continued)
If your belt becomes completely
jammed:
- pull the belt slowly but firmly so
that just over an inch (3 cm)
unwinds;
- then allow the belt to rewind
automatically,
-unwinditagain,
- if the fault is still present, contact
your RENAULT Dealer.
Driver's seat belt reminder
warning light
This lights up if the driver's
seat belt is not fastened and, when
the vehicle reaches a speed of
approximately 6 mph (10 km/h), it
flashes and a beep sounds for
approximately 90 seconds before
the light returns to being
continuously lit.
Unlocking
Press button 5 on buckle 6 and the
seat belt will be rewound by the
inertia reel.
Guide the buckle to help the
operation.
1.12
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS
These are:
■ Seat belt pretensioners
■ Force limiter.
■ Airbags for driver and
passenger.
These systems are designed to act
independently or together when the
vehicle is subjected to a frontal
impact.
There are three possibilities,
depending on the force of the
impact:
- protection is provided by the belt
only;
- the pretensioner is triggered to
rectify belt position and take up
play in the belt;
- the airbag and the force limiter are
also triggered when there are
severe impacts.
■ Side airbags are provided to
activate in the event of severe
side impacts.
1
Frontseatbeltpretensioners
The system is not operational until
a few seconds after the ignition has
been switched on.
In the event of a significant frontal
impact, a computer triggers the seat
belt buckle pretensioner igniter and
sets a piston 1 in motion. This
piston immediately retracts the seat
belt buckle, pulling the seat belt
against the body and thereby
improving its efficiency.
- No operation whatsoever is
- Only qualified RENAULT
- Testing of the electric trigger
- When the vehicle is scrapped,
- After an accident, have
permitted on any part of the
pretensioner system (computer,
wiring) and the system
components must not be reused
on any other vehicle, even if
identical.
personnel may work on the
pretensioner system; otherwise
the system may trigger
accidentally and cause injury.
system may only be carried out
by a specially trained technician
using special equipment.
contact your RENAULT Dealer
for disposal of the pretensioner
and airbag gas generators.
theentirerestraint
system checked
1.13
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)
Force limiter
Above a certain severity of impact,
this mechanism is used to limit the
force of the belt against the body so
that it is at an acceptable level.
1.14
Driver and passenger airbags
These may be provided for the
driver and the front passenger.
Thepresenceofthisequipmentis
indicated by the words “Airbag” on
the steering wheel and the
dashboard, and a label on the base
of the windscreen or on the sun
visor.
Each airbag system consists of:
- an airbag and gas generator fitted
on the steering wheel for the
driver and in the dashboard for the
front passenger;
- a computer for both systems,
which includes the impact sensor
and a monitor controlling the
electrical trigger systemfor the gas
generator;
- A single warning light on
the instrument panel.
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)
Operation
The system waits a few seconds
after the ignition has been switched
on before becoming operational.
If a severe frontal impact occurs, the
airbag(s) inflate(s) rapidly,
cushioning the impact of the
driver's head and chest against the
steering wheel and the front
passenger's head against the
dashboard. The airbag then deflates
immediately so that the passengers
are not impeded in any way when
they get out of the vehicle.
The passenger airbag system has, in
addition to the driver's airbag
system, a front passenger airbag
deactivation indicator light on the
instrument panel. This warning
light is linked to the passenger
airbag deactivation system through
the ignition key.
It lights up to indicate that the
passenger airbag will not be inflated
in the event of an impact (for more
information about the operation of
this system, refer to the information
on Deactivating the front passenger
airbag in Section 1).
1
Operating faults
Warning light 1 lightsuponthe
instrument panel when the ignition
is turned on and then goes out after
a few seconds.
If it does not light up when the
ignition is turned on, there is a fault
in the system.
If it lights up while you are driving,
stop at once and switch off the
ignition.
If it still lights up after the ignition
has been switched on again, there is
a fault in the system. In this case, a
rear-facing child seat MUST NOT be
fitted to the front passenger seat.
We recommend that no other
passenger sits there.
In both cases, consult your
RENAULT Dealer as soon as
possible.
The airbagsystem is basedon the
pyrotechnic principles. This
explains why, when the airbag
inflates, it will generate heat,
produce smoke (this does not
mean that a fire is about to start)
and make a noise upon
detonation. In a situation where
an airbag is required, it will
inflate immediately andthis may
cause some minor, superficial
grazing to the skin or other
problems.
1.15
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELTS (continued)
Warnings concerning the driver’sairbag
- Do not modify the steering wheel or the steering wheel boss.
A
All the warnings below are given so
that the airbag is not obstructed in
any way when it is inflated and also
to prevent the risk of serious
injuries caused by items which may
be dislodged when the airbag
inflates.
- Do not attach any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the
- The steering wheel must not be removed (except by qualified personnel
- Do not sit too close to the steering wheel when driving. Sit with your arms
Warnings for passenger airbag: location A
Do not attach or glue any objects (badges, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.)
onto the front passenger side of the dashboard.
- Do not place anything between the dashboard and the passenger (pet,
- The passenger must not put his or her feet on the dashboard or seat as there
- You should reactivate the airbag as soon as you remove the child seat from
- Do not cover the steering wheel boss under any circumstances.
steering wheel boss.
from the RENAULT network).
slightly bent (see the information on Adjusting your driving position in
Section 1). This will allow sufficient space for the airbag todeploy correctly
and be fully effective.
umbrella, walking stick, parcels, etc.).
is a risk that serious injuries may be sustained. In general, parts of the body
should be kept away from the dashboard (knees, hands, head etc.)
the front passenger seat toensure the protection of the front passenger in the
event of an impact.
1.16
A REAR-FACING CHILD/BABY SEAT MUST NOT BE FITTED
TO THE PASSENGER SEAT IF THE VEHICLE
IS EQUIPPED WITH A PASSENGER AIRBAG.
LATERAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
Side airbags
This airbagmay be fitted to the front
seats and is deployed at the sides of
the seats (door side) to protect the
occupants in the event of a severe
side impact.
These airbags operate
through slits in the front
backrests (door side):
never insert any objects
in these slits.
- Do not place any accessories,
- No work or modification
Warnings concerning the
side airbag
- Fitting seat covers: seats
require covers specifically
designed for your vehicle.
Contact your RENAULT Dealer
tofindoutifthesecoversmaybe
purchased from RENAULT
outlets. The use of any covers
other than those designed for
your vehicle (and including those
designed for another vehicle) may
affect the operation of the airbags
and reduce your protection.
objects or even pets between the
seatback, the door and the
internal fittings. Do not cover the
seatback with any items such as
clothes or accessories. This may
prevent the airbag from operating
correctly or cause injury when
the airbag is deployed.
whatsoever may be carried out on
the seat and the internal fittings,
except by qualified RENAULT
Network personnel.
equipped with an airbag
The airbag system is based on the
pyrotechnic principles. This
explains why, when the airbag
inflates, it will generate heat,
produce smoke (this does not mean
that a fire is about to start) and
make a noise upon detonation. In a
situation where an airbag is
required, it will inflate
immediately and this may cause
some minor, superficial grazing to
the skin or other problems.
1.17
ADDITIONAL METHODS OF RESTRAINT
All of the warnings below are given so that the airbag is not obstructed in any way when it is inflated and also to prevent
the risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the airbag inflates.
The airbag is designedto complement the action of the seat belt. Both the airbags and seat belts are integral parts
of the same protection system. It is therefore essential to wear a seat belt at all times. If seat belts are not worn,
the occupants are exposed to therisk of serious injury in the eventof an accident. It may alsoincrease the riskof
minor superficial injuries occurring when the airbag is deployed, although such minor injuries are always
possible with airbags.
If the vehicle should overturn or in the event of a rear impact, however severe, the pretensioners and airbags are not
always triggered. Shocks to the underbody of the vehicle, from pavements, potholes, stones etc. can all trigger these
systems.
Driver's and passenger airbags
- No work or modification whatsoever may be carried out on any part of the driver or passenger airbag system (airbags,
pretensioners, electronic unit, wiring etc.), except by qualified RENAULT Network personnel.
- To ensure that the system is in good working order and to avoid accidental triggering of the system which may cause
injury, only qualified RENAULT Network personnel may work on the airbag system.
- As a safety precaution, have the airbag system checked if your vehicle has been involved in an accident, or is stolen or
broken into.
- When selling or lending the vehicle, inform the user of these points and hand over this handbook with the vehicle.
- When scrapping your vehicle, contact your RENAULT Dealer for disposal of the gas generator(s).
1.18
REAR SEAT BELTS
1
2
3
4
7
5
6
Rear side seat belts 1
The belts are locked, unlocked and
adjusted in the same way as the
front belts.
Rearcentralseatbelt3
Unwind the belt slowly from
position 2.
Fasten black buckle 4 into black
catch 5.
Fasten the last sliding buckle 6 into
the red housing 7.
Make sure that the rear
bench seat is locked in
position correctly so that
the seat belts will operate
efficiently.
Refer to the information on the rear
seat in section 3.
1.19
REAR SEAT BELTS (continued)
9
11
Rearlapbeltwithmanual
adjustment 8
The strap should be worn flat over
your thighs and against your pelvis.
Thebeltshouldbewornsothatitis
as closeto your bodyas possible, i.e.
avoid wearing heavy clothing or
keeping bulky objects under the
belts.
To tighten, pull on free end 9 of the
belt.
To loosen, tilt adjusting buckle 11
perpendicular to the seat belt, press
the buckle on the ring side while
pulling lap belt 10.
10
11
8
Additional restraint system
The rear side seat belts are fitted
with a force limiter.
Above a certain severity of impact,
this mechanism is used to limit the
force of the belt against the body so
that it is at an acceptable level.
1.20
SEAT BELTS
The following information applies to both the vehicle's front and rear seat belts.
- No adjustments may be made to the original component parts of the restraint system (belts, seats and their
mountings).
Contact your RENAULT Dealer for special operations (e.g. fitting child seats).
- Do not use any devices which give any play in the belts (clothes pegs, clips, for example).
- Never wear the shoulder strap under the arm or behind the back.
- Never use thesame belt formore than one personand never hold ababy or child onyour lap with your seat belt around
them.
- The belt should never be twisted.
- Seat belts should be replaced after a serious accident. Likewise, replace your seat belts as soon as they show any signs
of wear.
- When refitting the rear bench seat, take care that the seat belts are correctly positioned so that they can be used
properly.
- If necessary, readjust the position and tightness of the belt.
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CHILD SAFETY
In all countries there are regulations
governing the use of restraints for
children and babies.
In Europe children under 10 years
(1)
of age
approved safety device which is
suitable for their weight and size.
The driver is responsible for
ensuring that this equipment is
used correctly.
Child restraints for which type
approval was obtained after January
1992 offer a level of safety much
greater than for restraints with type
approval before that date.
It is therefore advisable to select a
child restraint that complies with
European regulation ECE 44.
Restraints that comply with this
legislationmustbemarkedwithan
orange label bearing the letter E
followed by a number (which
stands for the country where it is
type approved) and the year in
which the type approval was
granted.
Refer to the “Child safety
equipment” booklet available from
the RENAULT Network to choose
the seat suited to your child and
recommended for your vehicle.
(1) You must always comply with the
laws of the country in which you are
travelling. They may be different to
the guidelines in this handbook.
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must be seated in an
Remember that a collision at
30 mph (50 km/h) is the same as
falling a distance of 10 metres.
Expressedinotherterms,
transporting a child without a
restraint is the equivalent of
allowing him or her to play on a
fourth-floor balcony without
railings.
Under no circumstances
should babies or children
be allowed to travel sitting
on the knees of another
passenger in the vehicle.
If a frontal impact occurs at 30 mph
(50 km/h) a child weighing 30 kg
will be transformed into a missile
equivalent to one tonne: you will
find it impossible to holdthe child,
even if you yourself are wearing a
belt.
It is particularly dangerous to put
the belt round your child when he
or she is sitting on your lap. Never
use the belt for more than one
person at the same time.
There are some passenger seats on
which the installation of child seats
is forbidden.
To find the authorised seats and
types of child seats that can be
installed in each of the authorised
seats, refer to the table in the
following pages.
Installing a child seat in the front
seat (if installation is permitted)
If fitted to the passenger seat, carry
out the following adjustments:
- move the passenger seat as far
back as possible,
- set the seatback to its fully upright
position,
- raise the seat base as far as
possible,
- raise the headrest to its highest
setting,
- move the seat belt height control
to the low position.
Installing a child seat in the rear
side seat (if installation is
permitted)
- raise the headrest or remove it if
necessary,
- position the front seat as
recommended on the following
page.
CHILD SAFETY
Seats suitable for fitting
a child seat
Type of child seat Weight of
Carrycot fitted across the vehicle
Approved for group 0
Rear-facing shell seat
Approved for group 0 or 0+
Rear-facing seat
Approved for group 0 +
Rear-facing seat
Approved for group 1
Forward-facing seat
Approved for group 1
Forward-facing seat
Approved for group 1
Booster
Approved for group 2
Booster
Approved for group 3 (9)
the child
<10 kg (22 lbs)
<13 kg (29 lbs)
<13 kg (29 lbs)
9kg(20lbs)
to 18 kg (40 lbs)
9 kg (20 lbs) to
18 kg (40 lbs)
9 kg (20 lbs ) to
18 kg (40 lbs)
15 kg (33 lbs) to
25 kg (55 lbs)
22 kg (48 lbs) to
36 kg (79 lbs)
Seat size
(2)
F-G X X U-IL
EXUU-IL
DXUU
CXUU
B - B1 X X U - IUF - IL
AXXU
– XXU
– XXU
Front passenger seat
WITH
PASSENGER
AIRBAG
(1) (3) (4)
WITHOUT
PASSENGER
AIRBAG
Rear side
seats
(3) (4)
(5) (6)
(6)
(6)
(6)
(7) (8)
(7) (8)
(8)
(8)
Rear centre
seat
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
(1) DANGER! RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY: NEVER INSTALL A REAR-FACING CHILD SEAT TO
THIS SEAT.
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